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INSIDE THE REPORT:
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Tahoe Donner Briefs
ASSOCIATION UPDATES
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Message from the General Manager
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2018/19 WINTER SEASON
What’s new this year at the Downhill Ski Resort and Cross Country Ski Center
FEATURES
Red Flag Warnings + Fire Weather Watches
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Giving Fund Updates
Tahoe Donner Programs + Features
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Fire Safety Property Inspections
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Budget Timeline
Clubs Updates
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Get Involved in Truckee River Day
Everything that “The Best Golf Course in North Lake Tahoe & Truckee” has to offer
EVENTS, DINING + UPDATES
Quick Calendar
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BEST OF FALL GOLF
THE BUZZ:
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Local Public Agency Updates
Green Waste Cart Information
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Board Meeting Recaps
Dining Hours + Specials
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FUN DAYZ September Weekend Camps
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Where in the World Is TD News?
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EMERGENCY EVACUATION MAP
A cutout map featuring essential preparedness information
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VOLUME 19 | NO. 09
SEPTEMBER 2018 EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION TEAM CHRISTINA SCHWARTZ LINDSAY HOGAN JOE LEWANDOWSKI JEN MALONE
DREW DEURLINGTON DEREK MOORE AMBER BARRETT
SENIOR MANAGEMENT ROBB ETNYRE GENERAL MANAGER RETNYRE@TAHOEDONNER.COM MICHAEL SALMON DIRECTOR OF FINANCE MSALMON@TAHOEDONNER.COM MIGUEL SLOANE DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS MSLOANE@TAHOEDONNER.COM ANNIE ROSENFELD DIRECTOR OF RISK + REAL PROPERTY AROSENFELD@TAHOEDONNER.COM FORREST HUISMAN DIRECTOR OF CAPITAL PROJECTS FHUISMAN@TAHOEDONNER.COM MIKE PETERS DIRECTOR OF FOOD + BEVERAGE MPETERS@TAHOEDONNER.COM CHRISTINA SCHWARTZ DIRECTOR OF MARKETING + MEMBER RELATIONS CSCHWARTZ@TAHOEDONNER.COM MIAH COTTRELL DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MCOTTRELL@TAHOEDONNER.COM TOM KNILL DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES TKNILL@TAHOEDONNER.COM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT | JENNIFER JENNINGS JJENNINGS@TAHOEDONNER.COM VICE PRESIDENT | JEFF SCHWERDTFEGER JSCHWERDTFEGER@TAHOEDONNER.COM TREASURER | JEFF CONNORS JCONNORS@TAHOEDONNER.COM SECRETARY | DON KOENES DKOENES@TAHOEDONNER.COM DIRECTOR | DARIUS BROOKS DBROOKS@TAHOEDONNER.COM BOARD OF DIRECTORS BOARD@TAHOEDONNER.COM
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MESSAGE FROM THE
GENERAL MANAGER First, all members should be aware of the extreme fire danger conditions in the Sierras. This is an ongoing regional environmental condition we all need to take proactive steps to address in our defensible space practices and programs while also maintaining an individual responsibility approach to “if you see something, say something”! This applies to not just fire danger concerns, but community safety in our neighborhoods and amenities. Inside this issue of Tahoe Donner News, you will find a detachable guide to emergency preparedness, including community evacuation routes. On behalf of all Tahoe Donner employees, I’d like to thank the members, guests and community who voted for us in the recent 2018 Sierra Sun Readers Poll. We’re thrilled to have been awarded 1st Place in the following categories for all North Lake Tahoe and Truckee: Best Family Fun Place, Best Golf Course, Best Nordic/XC and Best Place to Work. TD also won Runner Up in the following categories: Best Marina, Best Beach, Best Campground, and Best Restaurant in Truckee (The Lodge Restaurant & Pub). Congratulations to the many team members who inspired members, guests and the public to tell the world about how much they love Tahoe Donner.
With the onset of fall, we’re reminded of the beauty and change in our mountain paradise. The shortened days and crisper air of fall are subtle at first, and we barely notice them as we grasp for the remnants of summer. Then one day, as if out of the blue, we notice that fall is here, turning the aspen groves gold, necessitating different bins of clothing from the attic or garage, and preparing us for winter, which is coming soon whether we like it or not (most of us do!). Fall reminds us that change, while necessary, can take some adjusting – especially when it feels like it comes out of nowhere. That’s why Tahoe Donner Association works tirelessly to keep members involved in and informed about not just all the fun at the amenities, but potential changes in association operating rules. Member-led committees, task forces and discussion groups are involved in all recommended changes to these community standards to help manage the peaceful enjoyment of our still-growing mountain retreat. At the August 24 board of directors meeting, after a 45-day member comment period, the board adopted new private property rules to help maintain the quality of our (Continued on p. 4)
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FEATURED TD EVENTS
INTERNATIONAL EDI-BŌL DINNERS
TRUCKEE 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
DESCHUTES BEER PAIRING DINNER
DATE: Thursdays, Sept. 6-27 TIME: 5-7PM WHERE: Alder Creek Cafe COST: $12 per bowl
DATE: Saturday, Sept. 8 BEACH SHUTTLE: 8:4510:45AM TOWN PHOTO + BBQ: 11AM RETURN SHUTTLE: 12-3:30PM
DATE: Saturday, Sept. 22 TIME: 6-8PM WHERE: Alder Creek Cafe COST: $50 per person
Chef David Smith will prepare a different bowl of mixed seasonal ingredients with international flair every Thursday night in September.
Take a free shuttle from Trout Creek Rec Center to the celebration at West End Beach. Details at townoftruckee.com.
Feast on a delicious four-course meal served with perfectly paired Deschutes beers. Come at 5PM for cornhole and drinks from Trailside Bar.
FEATURED
SEPTEMBER EVENTS SEPT. 1
Wild West Fest
SEPT. 4
Recreation Pool Closing Day
SEPT. 5
2018/19 Ski Season Passes on Sale
SEPT. 5
Wild Wednesdays Return at The Lodge
SEPT. 6
Trivia Night Returns at Pizza on the Hill
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Edi-Bōl Thursday Night Dinner Series Kick-off
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Kids Night Out
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Town of Truckee 25th Anniversary Celebration
SEPT. 8
Cowboy Dressage Clinic with Jessi Morrill
SEPT. 9
Campground Closing Day
SEPT. 14
Tahoe Donner Budget Workshop
SEPT. 15
Volunteer Trail Work Day
SEPT. 15
Sierra 4x4 Trails & Ales
SEPT. 16
TD Men’s Golf Club Memorial Tournament
SEPT. 22-23
10th Annual Fall Junior Open Tennis Tournament
SEPT. 22
Deschutes Beer Pairing Dinner at Alder Creek Cafe
SEPT. 22
Tahoe Donner Regular Board Meeting
SEPT. 28
All Comers Golf Tournament
All events are weather-permitting. See full event list at tahoedonner.com/events. TAHOE DONNER NEWS |
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community. Those rule changes can be found at tahoedonner.com/private-property-rules. An education and enforcement plan will be communicated. On the topic of Short-Term Rentals (STRs), the member-led STR/Amenity Task Force spent months working openly and collaboratively to develop recommended community rules addressing both longtime renting practices and the recognition of the modern needs of the community. Specific potential rule adjustments have been notified to the membership in a 45-day notice printed in Tahoe Donner News, on tahoedonner.com and in weekly emails sent to membership, to ask for member feedback to help inform any final board of director decisions on these rule recommendations. Some of the recommended changes include a $150 STR registration fee, access to a responsive contact person, and restrictions for parking and occupancy. Membership response to this topic has been particularly energized, and the association has worked diligently to ensure that all voices are heard. The board heard member comments at its Aug. 18 meeting, and the task force held an informational meeting about STR changes on Aug. 30. We
continue to welcome comments at arosenfeld@tahoedonner.com. The board may consider and act on the proposed changes at a future meeting, with proper notice. If the board decides to modify the proposed changes in a significant way based on additional member input, a new 45-day member comment period will be undertaken before the board considers further action. Nothing happens without proper notice and extensive member input. Are you looking for ways to get more involved in Tahoe Donner? Committees, special task forces and discussion groups are made entirely of members, and are a great way to shape the future of the association. Visit tahoedonner.com/committees for more information and current vacancies, and email me or the board of directors at any time with thoughts or comments. Thank you again for being a part of this amazing mountain community. We wish you and your family a joyful fall – changes and all.
ROBB ETNYRE | GENERAL MANAGER
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ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE CHAIRS Architectural Standards Rod Whitten aso@tahoedonner.com
General Plan Michael Sullivan iceman40@mac.com
Covenants Fred Zapponi fzapponi@tahoedonner.com
Giving Fund Dick Gander tdgf@tahoedonner.com
Elections Bette Rohrback truckeebette@yahoo.com
Member Engagement Richard Mackler mec@tahoedonner.com
Finance Art King aiking156@att.net
ASSOCIATION TASK FORCE CHAIRS ASO/ASC Charles Wu charles@aventechcapital.com
STR + Amenity Access Laura Lindgren lindgrenlauram@gmail.com
Equestrian Nan Meek nanmeek@sbcglobal.net
ASSOCIATION CHARTERED CLUB PRESIDENTS
FIRE BAN NOW IN EFFECT FOR TAHOE DONNER NO WOOD OR CHARCOAL FIRES
DO YOUR PART TO KEEP TAHOE DONNER SAFE!
VIOLATIONS WILL RESULT IN A $2,000 MINIMUM FINE
TO REPORT A FIRE, CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY. TO REPORT A VIOLATION OF THE FIRE BAN CALL (530) 414-8166
9-Holers Women's Golf Shellie Poplin shelliepoplin@gmail.com
Quilt Club Linda Brush sewlinda@aol.com
Bridge Club Pat Callahan mrscallahan36@gmail.com
Rowing Club Dot Mace dotmace@me.com
Equestrian Club Susan Terrell terrellsf@earthlink.net
Senior Alpine Ski Michael Eyton-Lloyd hmsmike1@aol.com
Friends of TD Trails B.R. Levine tdtrails@gmail.com
TD 4-Wheelers Club Bill Ratcliff club@td4wheelers.org
Hiking Club Robin Reese rbtahoe@sbcglobal.net
Tennis Michele Forsberg minkeysf@sbcglobal.net
Junior Golf Club Jean Lai jslai@comcast.net
Women’s Golf Bettye Carmichael ibboop@suddenlink.net
Men’s Golf Keith Williams krwilliams37a@gmail.com
LETTER TO THE BOARD Provide feedback to help improve the overall association. Submit your comments and concerns to board@tahoedonner.com. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/feedback.
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FEATURE
BEST OF TAHOE DONNER
FALL GOLF By JOE LEWANDOWSKI
“After Labor Day it used to turn into a ghost town up here,” says James Murtagh, golf course operations manager at Tahoe Donner Golf Course. “But word’s gotten out. September is when the course is in the best condition. There are fewer people, the weather is absolutely perfect, and it’s the best time to get out there and enjoy a round of golf.” Along with premium course conditions, a new accolade should inspire a visit this fall – Tahoe Donner Golf Course was just named 2018’s “Best Golf Course in North Lake Tahoe & Truckee” by readers of the Sierra Sun. This par-72 championship course offers 7,002 challenging yards from the longest of seven tee options. Its narrow, tree-lined fairways and epic elevation changes embody the best of mountain golf. Read on for details about what’s going on at the course this fall, and book your round today at tahoedonner.com/golf.
COURT LEVE
LATE SEASON DISCOUNTS
Late season golf with lowered rates officially begins on Monday, Sept. 10 and lasts until the course closes on Sunday, Oct. 14. Throughout the fall, members can play 18 holes Prime Time for just $55, Twilight (2-3:50PM) for $40, 9 holes after 4PM for $30 or Last Light (after 5PM) for $20 (cart not included). Guests of members, NCGA members and the public will also enjoy significant discounts from peak season rates. Call (530) 587-9443 or visit tahoedonner.com/golf to book your tee time.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Take your game to the next level with a private lesson or playing lesson with one of the four instructors, starting at $80 for adults and $40 for kids. “Oneon-one you’re going to get a lot more detailed and personalized attention than in a clinic with a group of 10,” Murtagh says. “You can even play an entire round with an instructor – it’s the ultimate way to evaluate and work on your whole game.”
JUNIORS PLAY FREE
Starting Sept. 10, members under age 18 can play Last Light after 5PM for free when accompanied by a paying adult, or play 18 holes after 12PM for just $25 (cart not included). “We really enjoy developing young golfers,” Murtagh says. “We offer the Junior Golf School in the summer, a junior clinic on Sundays through mid-September, then this great deal for Last Light in the fall. Tahoe Donner is an incredible place to learn to golf.”
DRIVING RANGE
Even if you’ve never swung a golf club, there’s fun to be had at the driving range, “It’s a full driving range,” Murtagh says. “A lot of ranges aren’t considered full – you can only hit maybe a 7 iron at most. But at ours you can hit any club, including the driver.” Tokens start at $5 for members and are available at Trout Creek Rec Center and the Pro Shop.
GOLF APP
The Tahoe Donner Golf App doubles as your personal virtual golf caddy designed to enhance your day on the course. Along with visual overviews and hole-byhole videos and tips, the app features a customized GPS system that lets players access accurate yardage from anywhere on the course, including bunkers and water hazards. You can even measure shot distance with the app, plus keep score and book tee times. Download it today for free.
FOOD & DRINKS
“I love having lunch on the deck at The Lodge, and seeing the smiles on the faces of the other golfers as they return from the 18th hole,” says member Shellie Poplin. The Lodge remains open for a full lunch through Sept. 3, then will offer the T-9 Grill menu for lunch through September. T-9 Grill opens 30 minutes before the first tee time and closes at 4PM during the golf season. The Lodge Pub offers Golfers Happy Hour daily from 2-4PM, featuring drink specials and a $5 food menu.
SOCIAL CLUBS
Four golfing clubs offer an opportunity to add a social element to your love of golf. The Men’s Golf Club, Women’s Golf Club, Women’s 9-Holers Club and Junior Golf Club all meet and play frequently, and invite new members each year. “I like playing with my friends at TD,” says member Judi Roberts. “Because of the clubs, we are able to connect with other players and get to know them.” View each club’s website for membership info and upcoming events, and visit tahoedonner.com/golf-favorites for more member perspectives.
FALL TOURNAMENTS
Tahoe Donner hosts golf tournaments throughout the season for the social golfing clubs, private groups and nonprofit organizations. Still to come this year are the Ryder Cup on Sept. 9, Balls in the Ruff Humane Society Benefit on Sept. 15, Memorial Tournament on Sept. 16, All Comers Tournament on Sept. 28, and Chapman Tournament on Sept. 30. For more details see tahoedonner.com/events.
LABOR DAY + END-OF-SEASON SALES
The Pro Shop is having a huge sale on Labor Day Weekend, with significant savings on clothing, shoes, clubs, bags and more. Then, starting Sept. 28, the End-of-Season Sale will continue until the course closes on Oct. 14. “Everything in the store is going to be on sale,” Murtagh says. “If you can’t find something you need, you aren’t looking hard enough.”
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THE REPORT
RED FLAG WARNINGS + FIRE WEATHER WATCHES Courtesy of CAL FIRE
When a Red Flag Warning or Fire Weather Watch is issued, what should that mean to you? Stop a moment and consider how the warning or watch is issued, what are the hazards it identifies, and how you can prevent wildfires in the community. The National Weather Service issues Red Flag Warnings and Fire Weather Watches to alert fire departments of the onset, or possible onset, of critical weather and dry conditions that could lead to rapid or dramatic increases in wildfire activity. A Red Flag Warning is the highest alert, and is issued for weather events that may result in extreme fire behavior that will occur within 24 hours. During these times extreme caution is urged by all residents, because a simple spark can cause a major wildfire. A Fire Weather Watch is one level below a warning, but fire danger is still high. A Fire Weather Watch is issued when weather conditions could exist in the next 12-72 hours. The type of weather patterns that can cause a watch or warning include low relative humidity, strong winds, dry fuels, the possibility of dry lightning strikes or any combination of the above. During heightened fire danger, CAL FIRE will place additional firefighters on duty, staff more fire engines and keep more equipment on 24 hours a day to be able to respond to any new fires. CAL FIRE urges Californians to be extremely cautious, especially during periods of high fire danger. It’s important that all residents and visitors take steps to prevent wildfires. One less spark could mean one less wildfire. See below for tips on preventing wildfires.
ONE LESS SPARK – ONE LESS WILDFIRE A few helpful reminders and safety tips include:
C A MPFIRE SA FE T Y
• All exterior wood and charcoal fires are temporarily banned in Tahoe Donner. Use of exterior wood or charcoal fires will result in a minimum fine of $2,000. • Town of Truckee also banned fires through the end of fire season.
EQUIPMENT USE SA FE T Y
• Never mow or trim dry grass on a Red Flag Warning Day. Mow before 10AM on a day when it’s not hot and windy. • Never use lawn mowers in dry vegetation. • Spark arresters are required in wildland areas on all portable gasoline-powered equipment.
3. DEFENSIBLE SPACE
• Residents should make sure they have 100 feet of defensible space around structures. • Clear dead weeds and vegetation. • Remove leaves and needles from gutters. • Trim branches 6 feet from the ground.
4. V EHICLE • • • • •
Never pull over in dry grass. Ensure trailer chains don’t drag on the ground. Make sure your vehicle is properly maintained. Have proper tire pressure to avoid driving on wheel rim. Never let your brake pads wear too thin.
5. OTHER
• Make sure cigarette butts are properly extinguished. • Never burn landscape debris like leaves or branches on NO Burn Days, when it’s windy or in areas where burning is not allowed. • Target shoot only in approved areas, use lead ammunition only and never shoot at metal targets. • Report any suspicious activities to prevent arson. For more fire prevention tips visit PreventWildfireCA.org.
NEW FIRE PREVENTION UPDATES
TAHOE DONNER INSTALLS THREE FIRE DANGER STATUS SIGNS AT KEY LOCATIONS. ONE LESS SPARK, ONE LESS FIRE!
TRUCKEE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE WITH ENHANCEMENTS LIKE INCIDENT REPORTING AND FIRE DANGER RATING.
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FEATURE
WHAT’S NEW FOR THE 2018/19
WINTER SEASON By DEREK MOORE
DOWNHILL SKI RESORT NEW SNOWBIRD CHAIRLIFT
The Downhill Ski Resort is only months away from unveiling its new Snowbird Lift, a fixed-grip triple chair on track to spin opening day with Mother Nature’s cooperation. The new lift replaces the original double chair installed in 1971. Manufactured by Skytrac – a subsidiary of Leitner-Poma of America that specializes in building economical fixed-grip lifts for small to mid-size ski areas across the U.S. – the new Snowbird Lift will provide improved access to beginner terrain, modern and reliable chairlift technology, and compliance with forthcoming ANSI and Cal-OSHA requirements. The project began this summer with the removal of the original lift and its 10 towers positioned in the center of Snowbird Run. With a goal of providing more beginner skier terrain and expanding the Learning Center area, the new lift towers are installed 70 feet to the east and now stand on the skier’s right edge of the run. “The new Snowbird Lift will provide a more enjoyable experience for our guests as well as our instructors,” says Robert McClendon, mountain manager at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort. “The triple chair is equipped with ‘kid stops’ that will help ensure a safer ride up the chair. Plus, the new chair will allow our ski instructors to efficiently manage lessons with one student on either side while loading and unloading the chair.” Once at the top, the new unloading area will provide more space to safely exit and alleviate congestion. Once heading downhill, skiers and riders will enjoy wider terrain along this popular beginner run, improving mobility across the slope. Unlike its predecessor, the new Snowbird Lift will be fully operational during power outages thanks to backup tertiary power that runs full-time off the grid. Load testing is scheduled with the State of California, and approval is expected in November.
It’s hard to believe snow is just around the corner. In preparation for winter, the team at Tahoe Donner worked hard this summer on numerous off-season improvements for members to enjoy this upcoming ski season at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort and the Cross Country Ski Center. Tahoe Donner is proud to announce the following on-mountain enhancements for the 2018-19 winter season. Mark your calendars, as winter season passes go on sale Wednesday, Sept. 5. Visit tahoedonner.com/skiseasonpasses for details. We look forward to seeing you on the mountain!
LEARNING CENTER + KIDS SKI SCHOOL The Downhill Ski Resort continues to focus on the beginner experience. This winter, the Caterpillar Conveyor (C2) will be relocated near the Ski School Yurt, providing better terrain for beginners to learn how to turn and stop before advancing to the Snowbird Lift. New this year, Ski School will be splitting up its Snowflakes classes into two different age groups: ages 3-4 and 5-6. Classes for ages 3-4 will be shorter at 1 hour and 15 minutes long, and offered four times daily. Ages 5-6 will continue with half-day and full-day classes. “These changes support our continued efforts of encouraging kids to get outdoors and creating a fun environment to learn to ski,” says Dave Walker, director of Ski School at Tahoe Donner. “First impres-
sions are critical, and the shorter Snowflakes classes will help our student’s ability to focus on learning and improve their overall experience.”
COMMITMENT TO GROOMING As the Downhill Ski Resort continues to provide its guests with expertly groomed terrain, a new PistenBully 400 ParkPro Grooming Machine will make its debut this winter. The same model used for the X Games, the 400 ParkPro is known for its power and agility, allowing for more reliable and quality grooming in a variety of conditions, including the resort’s terrain park and park features. Using Tier 4 engine technology to provide lower emissions and more fuel efficiency, the 400 ParkPro is a welcome addition – the results of which are sure to be noticed this winter.
SNOWMAKING In 2016, Tahoe Donner was the first resort in the U.S. to install and use SMI Silent PoleCat Snow Guns for snowmaking, chosen for superior technology that dampens sound levels and reduces energy consumption. This summer, the snowmaking hydrants were installed in concrete ground vaults that can lowered underground when not in use. This will allow for continuous groomed corduroy from the top to the bottom on Snowbird Run and opens the entire run for improved safety and more skiable terrain.
CROSS COUNTRY SKI CENTER EXPANDED GROOMING FLEET
To back its commitment to providing the best skiing in all conditions, the Cross Country Ski Center (TDXC) just added a new addition to its existing grooming fleet. Introducing the multi-talented PistenBully 100 – a smaller, lighter and nimbler snowcat equipped with the most powerful engine in its class. “This powerful, narrower and lighter machine will be the groomer’s choice in many conditions,” says Sally Jones, manager of TDXC. “In early season and low snow conditions, the PistenBully 100 will be able to tread more lightly on the trails to achieve a better skiing surface faster than the larger grooming machines or multiple passes with snowmobiles.” Like the 400 ParkPro, the PistenBully 100 is powered by the more
eco-friendly and fuel-efficient Tier 4 engine, and comes with a diesel particle filter that further reduces pollutant emissions significantly – as much as 90% from Tier 3. Its new tiller has more teeth to process the snow, resulting in a better ski surface once groomed, while the rubber tracks and new compaction roller will allow for precise grooming in thinner conditions. “These machines work great in deep snow too,” says longtime cross country grooming operator Alby Dean. “The more maneuverable machine will help us dig out, pack down and open our trails more efficiently after snow storms.”
NEW TOP PERFORMANCE DEMO AND RENTAL EQUIPMENT TDXC continues to add higher-performance and top-of-the-line ski and boot equipment, and allows guests to try new gear before they buy it. The newer classic ski skin technology made of synthetic mohair for the kick zone instead of grip wax or a waxless pattern is proving popular for both recreational skiers and racers. Experience and compare the reliable traction and smooth glide of these new classic skis. This year’s XC demo fleet includes Fischer Twin Skin Carbonlite, Fischer Twin Skin Race, Salomon S/Race, Salomon Aero 9 Skin and the Atomic S Race Junior. Updated this year is the usual high-end recreational ski skate gear, including Fischer Speedmax skis, Salomon Carbon Skate Lab boots and LEKI carbon poles. Looking for one boot to handle both classic and skate skiing? Try the Salomon S/Race Pursuit Prolink. Performance options from Fischer and Salomon also will be available for both dedicated skate and performance classic boots, and the Salomon Pro Combi offers stability and comfort in the basic rental package.
NEW WAYFINDING SIGNAGE PROJECT The Cross Country Ski Center will begin installing new directional trail signage and updating certain trail names to better assist passholders and visitors in exploring its 100km of trails. The project will begin this fall. Stay tuned for updates. Check out The Buzz on page 12 to see what else is happening at the Downhill Ski Resort and Cross Country Ski Center this winter.
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BUZZ EVENTS. DINING. UPDATES. TENNIS CENTER
CROSS COUNTRY SKI CENTER
Tahoe Donner Tennis Center is proud to host the 10th Annual Fall Junior Open on the weekend of Sept. 22-23. This USTA event will draw players from all over Northern California, and many of our local athletes will fight for ranking points and the Tahoe Donner Championship title. Sign up online at norcal.usta.com and click on the Junior Tournament link. Email imindell@tahoedonner.com for more information, and come to the Tennis Center to watch these up-andcoming tennis stars.
FALL DISCOUNTS ON 2018-19 SEASON PASSES
If you missed the spring deals, now’s the time to get your season pass for 2018-19. Passes go on sale Sept. 5, with discounted fall pricing through Nov. 30. Early purchase also comes with perks such as day tickets for friends and family, discounts on food and retail, and the opportunity to reserve a locker at the Cross Country Ski Center.
BIKEWORKS FALL HOURS
Bikeworks is open daily through Monday, Sept. 3, then switches to a fall schedule open 9AM-6PM FridaySunday only. The anticipated closing date is Sunday, Oct. 14, weather and trail conditions permitting.
USED RENTAL BIKE SALE
Get great deals on professionally maintained bikes at our annual sale on Saturday, Sept. 1. The sale starts at 9AM and continues until stock is depleted.
DOWNHILL SKI RESORT 2018-19 season passes for Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort will go on sale Sept. 5, with special fall pricing available until Nov. 30. See rates at tahoedonner.com/downhill.
LEARN TO TEACH XC SKIING
Attend our free clinics to see if teaching XC skiing is for you. Sunday, Dec. 2 focuses on the fundamentals of XC skiing and classic technique, while Sunday, Dec. 9 focuses on ski skating. Both clinics are from 1-4PM and preregistration is required. Email xc@tahoedonner.com to sign up.
WORK AT XC THIS WINTER XC TRAILWORK DAYS
Over the summer, lots of rocks get pulled up from vehicles, foot travel, bikes and horses. Our trails crew would love some help tossing rocks so we can start skiing as early as possible! Come help us toss rocks off the trails from 10AM-1PM on Saturday, Oct. 6 and Sunday, Oct. 21, and please toss a rock or two from the ski trails whenever you go out hiking. Email xc@tahoedonner.com if you want to know which are the priority trails to clear.
PRESEASON CONDITIONING
Be ready for when the snow flies! Join us from 8-10:15AM on Saturday mornings from Oct. 13-Nov. 10 for our “dryland” sessions to tune-up your technique and enhance your ski fitness. Skiers of all ability and fitness levels are welcome to join the fun and meet fellow XC enthusiasts. See more details at tahoedonner.com/xc.
We are looking for some new folks to join our team this winter. Full- and part-time positions are available in our Ski School, Ski Patrol, Ticket Sales and Rental departments. Email xc@tahoedonner.com to find out more. Benefits include free skiing, food discounts and access to Trout Creek Recreation Center.
AQUATICS/TROUT CREEK REC CENTER FALL HOURS
Fall brings the opportunity to complete required maintenance projects for the association’s pools, and this year is no exception. On Tuesday, Sept. 4, we will begin a required pool upgrade project at the Recreation Pool at Trout Creek Rec Center, so this pool will be closed for the season after Labor Day.
Recreation swim will be available in the Lap Pool from 3-7PM Monday-Friday. On the weekends, recreation swim will be available at Northwoods Pool from 10AM-5PM through Sept. 30. Once the project is completed, the Recreation Pool will reopen for the winter holiday period with hours to be announced in November. Please call Trout Creek Rec Center at (530) 587-9437 with questions.
EQUESTRIAN The Equestrian Center is open through Sept. 30. For more details and registration, see tahoedonner.com/equestrian.
TRAIL + PONY RIDES
Trail and pony rides are available Friday-Sunday from 9AM-3PM.
Jessi Morrill. Learn the basics, improve your partnership with your horse and ride multiple tests at different gaits. When: Saturday, Sept. 8 | 8AM-4PM Cost: $200 per person (8 max) Register: (530) 587-9470
FUN DAYZ WEEKEND CAMP Our fall weekend kids camp for ages 7-11 focuses on Friends Uniting in Nature (FUN)! Each day will include outdoor exploration, environmental awareness and various activities such as archery, tennis, bocce ball, swimming, mountain biking, hiking, stand up paddleboarding, games and more. Our staff aims to give each child a great mountain experience while providing a fun and safe learning environment. Location and activities vary by day. Sign your child up for one or two days. Pre-registration strongly encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome. Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours before camp start date. All camps are weather permitting; sign up online with your ShopTD account. For more on FUN DAYZ camp, see page 22. Â When: Sat.-Sun. through Sept. 30 Ages: 7-11 years old Daily Cost: Member $45, Guest $55
HORSE BOARDING
Board your horse by the night, week or month. Includes twice-daily feeding of grass and/or alfalfa hay.
BEACH CLUB MARINA FALL HOURS
PRIVATE LESSONS
Riders age 6 and older can improve their riding skills with a private lesson taught by an experienced instructor. When: Weekends only Cost: Member $74, Guest $84, Public $94
Beach Club Marina is open from 7AM-9PM daily through Sept. 3, then 8AM-7PM daily from Sept. 4-Oct. 7.
COWGIRLS + COCKTAILS
Cowgirls and cowboys are invited to gather for an early evening trail ride followed by a social hour with beer, wine and appetizers. When: Fridays, Sept. 14 + 28 Trail ride: 5PM Social hour: 6PM Cost: Member $55, Non-Member $65
PANCAKES + PONIES
Bring the little ones for a fun Saturday morning with a hearty breakfast followed by a 15-minute pony ride. When: Saturdays, Sept. 8 + 22 Cost: $35 breakfast/ride, $15 breakfast only
COWBOY DRESSAGE CLINIC
Bring your horse for a full-day Cowboy Dressage Clinic with professional rider
*All prices subject to change
RENTALS
Kayaks, SUPs, pedal boats and other rentals are available from 8AM-5PM daily, and all rentals must be returned by 6PM.
MARINA GRILL
Marina Grill is open daily for food and drinks from 11AM-6PM. The full menu is available through Monday, Sept. 3, then a limited menu itmes will be available until Sunday, Oct. 7.
BOAT LAUNCH
Water levels are decreasing and may impact accessibility of boat launching.
PONY RIDES AT THE FALL FESTIVAL
Children ages 2-6 weighing less than 60 pounds can enjoy a pony ride at the Fall Festival. When: Saturday, Oct. 13 | 11:30AM-3:30PM
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BUZZ: CLUBS QUILT CLUB Tahoe Donner Quilt Club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month. We welcome one and all to our meetings, and there is no skill level requirement! September meetings are 3-5PM in the Meadow Room behind Pizza on the Hill. We are working on a new charity of making some simple animals for dementia patients to cuddle. One of our newest members mentioned how much her mom and others at the facility enjoyed them. We are also making small quilt pockets to pop the animals in and out! Any questions? Call Linda Brush at (530) 587-7892.
SENIOR ALPINE SKI CLUB Senior Alpine Ski Club summer activities are in full swing, with a pickleball tournament followed by pizza and beer coming up Sept. 13. If you are not yet a member and wish to join this event, contract our membership chairperson from the website link below. During the winter, we have ski days planned on Mondays and Thursdays, January through March, rotating among the local ski areas such as Squaw, Alpine, Northstar and Sugar Bowl. We also have ski clinics and ski races for every level, including novice, at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort. We will have several away ski trips this winter. In January we will go to Mammoth Mountain for four days. In February we will be going with Far West Ski Association to Steamboat Springs, Colorado. In March we’ll visit Heavenly and stay in South Lake Tahoe for three days. Please visit tdski.com for club information and full details about upcoming events.
JUNIOR GOLF CLUB
FRIENDS OF TD TRAILS
The 2018 Tahoe Donner Junior Golf Club Championship Tournament is now in the books! Everyone had a great time. The winners were:
Founded for the sake of hands-on stewardship and education, the Trails Club is for everyone who values and enjoys Tahoe Donner’s trails and natural surroundings.
The Championship Flight: Ethan Flynn The Blue-9: Raymond Ponce The Yellow-200: Tyler Stringfellow Orange-150: C.J. Fogg Putting contest: Raymond Ponce (blue), Colton Peters (yellow) and Emmet Osborne (orange)
The tournament started at the mountain putting course specifically created for this event. Upon completion of the contest, participants had pictures taken by volunteer Bettye Carmichael. At the end of the round, all players were given an embroidered Tahoe Donner golf towel. One of the highlights of the tournament is the awarding of prizes. In addition to drinks and homemade cookies by Connie, every participant had an opportunity to select a prize from the prize table based on their performance in their respective flight. There was a wide array of prizes, including a new golf bag, free rounds of golf at Tahoe Donner and Coyote Moon, and a jar of Jelly Bellies. The TDJGC and its tournament are funded from local business donations, tournament fees and the annual $10 club dues. We could not operate without the help of parent volunteers who selflessly gave their time. We’d also like to thank adult volunteers Connie Kobayashi, Carol Louderback, Jeanne McGoldrick, Herm Shaver, Cathy Ravano, Bettye Carmichael and Ed Marshall. These adult volunteers give us their time and effort simply to support the TDJGC, and do not have children participating. James Murtagh and his Pro Shop staff have been wonderful supporters whose ongoing efforts allow TDJGC to thrive. TDJGC is a club designed to help young players embrace the game of golf. Whatever your experience level, there is a place for you here. Join us next summer. You will make new friends and have a lot of fun.
Volunteer trail work remains at the core of the club’s mission. For the last two summers, we have been building a new single-track trail running from the Teton Trailhead to the Glacier Trailhead. This new trail will provide a well-built, sustainable alternative to the steep and deteriorating Teton Way Trail. When the Trails Club began this project, we were also given the right to name it. We have finally settled on a name: Teewinot. Teewinot is a peak in the Teton Range, and likely also the original Shoshone name for that range. As this trail in some sense replaces the Teton Trail, we believe this other name for the Tetons is fitting. We will continue building the Teewinot Trail on the third Saturday of the month through at least September. Finally, the Trails Club is proud to see that so many of its members are now active in Tahoe Donner’s governance on the new Trails and Open Space Task Force. Among other things, that task force will be updating the 2013 Trails Master Plan in light of new developments, changing needs and evolving trail usage. For more information about the Trails Club and to sign up for our events, please visit us at tdtrails.org.
WOMEN'S 9-HOLERS GOLF CLUB Summer’s end is fast approaching, but fall is a beautiful season for golf in Tahoe Donner. The Women’s 9-Holers Golf Club has had an event-filled summer. We just completed our Club Championship tournament and awards banquet, and will have results in next month’s TD News. If you have questions about our club or would like to be our guest one day to see how the group fits your golf style, please contact our president, Shellie Poplin, at shelliepoplin@gmail.com.
TD 4 WHEELERS CLUB July was a busy month for the TD4WD Club. Members participated in Truckee’s 4th of July Parade, a trail run to Bowman Lake and trail maintenance on the Pole Creek OHV route for the US Forest Service.
July’s trail run was a loop trip from Highway 20 to Grouse Ridge Fire Lookout to Bowman Lake and out via Henness Pass Road at Little Truckee Summit. We had a good turnout with 13 Jeeps. It was a skills-building trip with a short, rocky, dry stream crossing where the road was washed out below Bowman Dam, giving a little challenge to new off-road drivers – they all did great!
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The annual Pole Creek OHV maintenance run had 14 vehicles and 18 club members accompany Jeff Wiley from the Forest Service to remove two fallen trees, trim brush intruding on the trail and make sure there were no washouts. The trail is now in good shape and open through Nov. 1. Pole Creek to Cabin Creek is a spectacular OHV route to an easy 45-minute hike to the top of Tinker’s Knob. Our Tahoe Donner basecamp is the perfect place from which to explore the beautiful Sierra Nevada, and responsible trail runs are a fun way to get there. Check out the club calendar of events at TD4wheelers.org.
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ANNUAL TRAILS & ALES On September 15, the Tahoe Donner 4 Wheel Drive Club will hold its 4th annual Sierra 4x4 Trails & Ales. The single-day event will begin with an exciting and challenging trail run of the Bear Valley OHV located about 10 miles north of Truckee. Following the trail run, all participants are invited to join us at Northwoods Clubhouse for games, music and a cash bar. At 5PM we will have a delicious BBQ buffet behind the clubhouse. Visit TD4wheelers.org to register for the event!
EVENT DETAILS AT TAHOEDONNER.COM/FALL-FESTIVAL LIVE ENTERTAINMENT • PUMPKIN PATCH • BOUNCE HOUSE PONY RIDES • KIDS CARNIVAL AREA • FACE PAINTING ARTS & CRAFT VENDORS • BUNGEE JUMP • DOGGIE DIP POOL CONTEST CLIMBING WALL • BBQ • SEASONAL BEERS
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BUZZ:
DINING SEPTEMBER LUNCH
Served 11:30AM-3PM through Sept. 16 Bar opens at 2PM starting Sept. 17
SEPTEMBER DINNER Dinner served 5-9PM nightly
*All offers listed are valid during non-holiday periods and are not valid with any other promotions or coupons. Offers subject to change.
PUB HAPPY HOUR
SEPTEMBER HOURS
Thursday-Monday | 5PM-8:30PM Tuesday-Wednesday | Closed
HAPPY HOUR
Enjoy food and drink specials including $4 Coors Lights, $5 drafts and $6 house wine. When: Thursday-Monday | 5-6PM
THURSDAY NIGHT TRIVIA
Form a team and play for great prizes at this free trivia night. When: Thursdays | 6:30-8PM
FREE FRIDAY NIGHT MOVIE
A new family-friendly film every week. Bring your pillows and purchase Pizza on the Hill for dinner! When: Fridays, 6:30-8:30PM
$13 PIZZA SUNDAYS STARTS SEPTEMBER 9
Let us do the cooking with $13 cheese or one-topping pizzas for dine-in or take-out. Limit six per family.
MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL SPECIALS STARTS SEPTEMBER 10
Join us for the game and specials including $3 Coors Light drafts, $2 off Dirty Fries and Chicken Fingers, and a two-topping pizza and pitcher of beer for $25 (regularly $42). 11509 NORTHWOODS BLVD (530) 582-9669
Get drink specials and 25% off pub fare, soups, salads and appetizers in The Lodge Pub. Not good with any other promotions or coupons. Not valid Sept. 1-3. When: Daily | 4-6PM
GOLFERS HAPPY HOUR AT THE LODGE PUB
Stop into The Lodge Pub after your round for Happy Hour food and drink specials. Don't miss the six items on the $5 menu. When: Daily | 2-4PM
NO CORKAGE TUESDAYS
Bring your special bottle of wine on Tuesday and we’ll waive the corkage fee.
WILD WEDNESDAYS RETURNS SEPTEMBER 5
Enjoy Happy Hour all night in the entire restaurant.
Full menu and grab-and-go availability vary
LABOR DAY WEEKEND HOURS Aug. 31 | 11:30AM-4PM Sept. 1 | 11:30AM-3PM* Sept. 2 | 11:30AM-5PM Sept. 3 | 11:30AM-4PM *Closed early for Wild West Fest
SEPTEMBER HOURS STARTS SEPT. 4
Sunday-Friday | 11:30AM-2:30PM Saturday | 11:30AM-5PM
EDI-BŌL – A UNIQUE DINNER SERIES
Join the local community for a unique and flavorful dinner series at Alder Creek Cafe starting Sept. 6. Each week, Chef David Smith will prepare a different bowl of mixed seasonal ingredients with international flair. Additional limited menu available. Trailside Bar will be open. See tahoedonner.com for menu. When: Thursdays | 5-7PM Cost: $12 per bowl
DESCHUTES BEER DINNER SATURDAY, SEPT. 22
FREE WINE TASTING FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Sample selections by Trinitas Cellars at this free tasting. When: 5-6:30PM
Feast on a delicious four-course meal with Deschutes beer pairings. Come at 5PM to play cornhole and relax with drinks from Trailside Bar. When: 6-8PM Cost: $50 per person
12850 NORTHWOODS BLVD (530) 587-9455
15275 ALDER CREEK RD (530) 587-9484
MARCO
POLO GRILL
Marina Grill at Beach Club Marina is open daily until Sept. 3. A limited menu will be offered until closing on Oct. 7.
Marco Polo Grill at Trout Creek Recreation Center is open for lunch 11:30AM3PM daily through Sept. 3, then closed for the season.
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T-9 Grill at the golf course opens 30 minutes before the first tee time and closes at 4PM throughout the golf season.
THE REPORT
LOCAL PUBLIC AGENCY UPDATES
UPCOMING PROJECTS WILL IMPACT TRUCKEE AND TAHOE DONNER From road improvements to vegetation management, these regional public agency projects are designed to enhance the community, improve fire safety and increase our quality of life. Stay tuned for monthly updates, and learn more at townoftruckee.com and tdpud.org.
TOWN OF TRUCKEE 2018 SLURRY SEAL PROJECT Slurry sealing in Tahoe Donner begins September 10. Please slow down around active work and allow extra time for travel.
2018 PAVING + DRAINING PROJECT Paving and draining in Tahoe Donner has begun. Operations paused over the Labor Day holiday, but will begin again on September 10.
DONNER PASS ROAD – EAST END PARKING STUDY Collaborating with Tahoe Donner and Donner Memorial State Park, the Town of Truckee will lead a parking study this summer and fall with the goal of understanding parking and beach usage in the area near Beach Club Marina, and addressing parking issues in the vicinity. The study will define strategies to address parking, bicycling and pedestrian congestion in the area, and to enhance the user experience for recreationalists in the area.
TRUCKEE DONNER PUD
The approximate budget for this project is $300,000, with the majority of the funds being expended in Tahoe Donner. TDPUD is responsible for the removal of all limbs and rounds cut during the powerline-clearing project here in Tahoe Donner. A contracting service with the TDPUD will be coming through the project area to remove rounds later this summer. For more information, contact TDPUD customer service at (530) 587-3896.
2018 WATER UTILITY PROJECTS • Ski View Loop and Baden Full water pipeline replacements Mid-summer through fall Impacted customers will be notified with details prior to work • Remaining TDPUD water customers without a water meter ~150 locations/~200 water customers Water meter box retrofits or new meter boxes to complete installation of new meters Now through fall Impacted customers will be notified with details prior to work
2018 TREE TRIMMING Tree trimming will continue in Tahoe Donner for most of the summer. New line-clearing requirements went into place at the state level this spring, requiring limb clearance to move from 7 feet to 12 feet of clearance. Additionally, tree trunk clearance requirements were moved from 18 inches to 4 feet. This has resulted in a large amount of mandatory tree removal in the subdivision.
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TAHOE DONNER GIVING FUND UPDATES By SUZANNE SULLIVAN, Tahoe Donner Giving Fund The Annual Dinner and Silent Auction by and for the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund was a huge success. What an evening! Gorgeous mid-July weather in an equally gorgeous setting. Ninety-three happy voices enjoying old friends and making new ones. A wide assortment of silent auction items went home with generous bidders. The food was out-of-this-world: tri-tip, salmon, fresh grilled veggies and more. Mouthwatering! On the fundraising side, we netted $14,000, which we will disperse during the grant cycle this autumn. And... drum roll... an extremely magnanimous but anonymous person matched some of the auction bids with a $5,000 check. The evening was both a social and fiscal success. Tahoe Donner does care. Thank you.
A final thank you to our event sponsors: Z’S MARKETPLACE SAFEWAY PRECISION FLOORING JOHN MACIEJEWSKI BASSETT FLOORING
Jaime Legare and Matt Warren, owners of Elements Mountain Company, present a donation of $2,500 to Dick Gander, chairperson of the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund Committee. The donation is the result of their generous offer to match contributions to the Giving Fund in July. “The support of our founding partner Elements Mountain Company has allowed the Giving Fund to maximize TD member contributions toward grants and scholarships,” Gander says. Elements also pledges $1 to the Giving Fund for every snow clearing contract they sign in Tahoe Donner. The Tahoe Donner Giving Fund is chartered by the TD board of directors. All contributions are voluntary taxdeductible gifts from TD members and friends. The Giving Fund is administered through the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation. For more information on the Giving Fund or to make a contribution, visit our web page at tahoedonner.com/giving-fund. Contact tdgf@tahoedonner.com with questions or to volunteer for the committee. Thank you to our Founding Partner, Elements Mountain Company, for their continued support.
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TAKE THIS MAP AND USE IT BOOKMARK THE EVAC MAP ON YOUR PHONE IF UNABLE TO EVACUATE – NOTIFY 911
WHERE TO GO
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BEFORE EVACUATING
RENO AND SACRAMENTO STATIONS (CABLE AND SATELLITE) BROADCAST EMERGENCY ALERTS
TELEVISION
780 AM KKOH 1670 AM (COMMUNITY ADVISORY RADIO STATION) 88.7 FM KUNR 101.5 FM KTKE
RADIO
SMS ALERTS VIA TOWN OF TRUCKEE SUBSCRIBE AT HTTPS://LOCAL.NIXLE.COM/REGISTER/
NIXLE
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY: EMERGENCY BROADCAST NOTIFICATION CHANNELS
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IN CASE OF AN EVACUATION BEFORE AN EVACUATION • Have a plan for how you will leave and where you will go • Develop a family communication and reunification plan • Have a go bag with three days of clothing, medications, phone numbers and important paperwork • If you have a vehicle, make sure the fuel tank is full • If you don’t have a vehicle, have a plan for how you will leave readyforwildfire.org/pre-evacuation-preparation
DURING AN EVACUATION • Leave as soon as an evacuation is recommended • Don’t wait to be ordered to leave • Locate your pets and take them with you • Tune to AM radio stations or AM advisory radio systems for the latest information • Have an evacuation route plan • Follow designated evacuation route map readyforwildfire.org/go-evacuation-guide
Truckee Office of Emergency Services 10183 Truckee Airport Road, Truckee, CA 96161 (530) 550-2323
EMERGENCY EVACUATION INFORMATION
Truckee Police and Truckee Fire both use the Nixle public alerting system for evacuation messaging. They will send text and emails directly to your wireless device or email account during an emergency. Nixle can also send voice alerts to landlines and messages to TTY/TDD systems.
ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION
BROADCAST RADIO
780 AM KKOH, 1670 AM (COMMUNITY ADVISORY RADIO STATION), 88.7 FM KUNR, 101.5 FM KTKE
TELEVISION
Reno and Sacramento stations (cable and satellite) broadcast Emergency Alerts.
NOAA WEATHER RADIO
NOAA Weather Radio broadcasts emergency weather alerts and other events. During an emergency, the National Weather Service forecasters send a special tone to activate weather radios.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Trusted social media partners such as government accounts often provide good sources of information.
FRIENDS + NEIGHBORS
Share information with friends and neighbors. Get to know each other before an emergency and help each other when an incident occurs.
REMEMBER — DON’T WAIT TO BE ORDERED TO EVACUATE, LEAVE IF YOU SEE DANGER.
EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS IN TRUCKEE
COMMUNITY ADVISORY ISSUED
Tahoe Donner is one of many subdivisions in Truckee, and all emergency response is provided by the Town, Truckee Fire Protection District and CAL FIRE. In the case of a wildfire, initial units on scene will determine the need for evacuations and community notifications.
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There is imminent danger. Leave now, do not wait. Go now.
EVACUATION ORDER
The area being warned is threatened and evacuations are possible. People needing extra time to evacuate should consider leaving now.
EVACUATION WARNING
Be aware that a fire is in the area and emergency personnel are on the scene.
In an emergency, public safety officials will use multiple messaging tools to communicate information and instructions to the community. Your local cable and satellite stations along with AM and FM radio may broadcast updated information. Know what messaging tools your community uses and sign-up for alerts before an emergency occurs!
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K I D S A G E S 7 -11 C A N E X P E C T
AT W E E K E N D C A M P T H I S S E P T E M B E R By JOE LEWANDOWSKI | Photos by CARI MACPHAIL, Day Camp Supervisor
Nine-year-old Skyler Goldfarb has a mild case of the back-toschool blues.
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“I’d rather be in Tahoe Donner Day Camps than in school, it’s way more fun,” he says from his home in Scottsdale, AZ, where his family just returned after spending the summer at their second home in Tahoe Donner. “I miss the campers and the counselors. They’re all really nice and I can’t wait to come back.”
Each FUN DAYZ camp offers unique opportunities for kids ages 7-11 to experience a wide range of activities throughout Tahoe Donner.
Skyler and his seven-year-old sister Marley each spent six weeks in TD Day Camps this summer, exploring local trails, trying countless activities and enjoying every Wednesday at Beach Club Marina on Donner Lake. They’ve each gone to camp in Tahoe Donner every summer since they were just three years old, and have gained independence and developed skills and interests like archery, geocaching, bouldering and paddleboarding.
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“They love the activities, they love being outdoors, and they love spending the summer with their friends.” Kamy Goldfarb, TD member, says about her kids. “They love the counselors the most. They want to bring each of their counselors home with them every year. Camp really is their favorite thing to look forward to in summertime.” “Our weeklong summer Day Camps have been very popular, which is why we’re thrilled to offer FUN DAYZ weekend camp this fall,” says Cari MacPhail, TD Day Camps Supervisor. FUN DAYZ camps, which are held Saturdays and Sundays from 9AM-3PM throughout September, focus on Friends Uniting in Nature (FUN), and feature activities similar to those in Day Camps. “Kids ages 7-11 can enjoy pretty much anything Tahoe Donner amenities have to offer,” MacPhail says. “We want to offer fun, safe fall activities for kids who live here year-round or just visit on weekends once school starts up again.” If you want your kids to keep exploring Tahoe and enjoying fun, challenging, unforgettable activities, sign them up for FUN DAYZ camp. But hurry! Space is limited to just 10 campers each day, and at least two spots are already taken. “We’ll be back in Tahoe in September,” Kamy says, “and the kids will definitely want to be back in camp.”
SATURDAY – 9AM-3PM Check in at Northwoods Clubhouse 9:30AM Icebreakers 10AM
Archery
11:30AM Bocce Ball 1:30PM Tennis 3PM
Pick up at Northwoods Clubhouse
SUNDAY – 9AM-3PM 9AM
Check in at Beach Club Marina
9:30AM Icebreakers 10AM
Nature Exploration
1PM
Boats (Canoe or SUP)
3PM
Pick up at Beach Club Marina
Pre-registration is encouraged due to the 10-camper maximum, but drop-ins are welcome as space permits. The cost is $45 per day for members and $55 per day for guests. Sign up online with your ShopTD account or call (530) 587-9400. For more information, including cancellation policy and what to bring, see tahoedonner.com/fundayz.
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GREEN WASTE CARTS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHAT GOES IN MY CART? YES
NO
Pine needles
Construction debris
Pine cones
Rocks
Grass clippings
Dirt
Branches
Plastic bags
Twigs
Food waste
Shrubs
Trash
Dead wood
Pet waste
YOUR GREEN WASTE CART IS BROWN WITH A GREEN LID TO HELP IT BLEND IN WITH OUR NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
HOW DO I USE MY CART? Place yard waste materials into the cart. No bags! Place your cart curbside on your collection day by 6AM, with the wheels facing away from the street. The cart must be 3 feet apart from other objects. After service, remove the cart off of the street. Carts cannot be left in town right-of-ways.
WHAT IF I'M UNABLE TO ROLL MY CART IN AND OUT ON SERVICE DAY? You may subscribe to a push/pull service for your green cart for an additional fee. Please contact Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal at (530) 583-7800 for details on this additional service.
HOW CAN I MAKE CHANGES TO MY SERVICE? Please call TTSD at (530) 583-7800 to add or remove carts. You may receive up to three green waste carts for free. If you no longer want to use your green cart, please call TTSD for removal of the cart.
Your green waste cart is serviced every-other-week on Tuesdays. Service ends after October 23 for Tahoe Donner.
THE REPORT GET INVOLVED:
2018 TRUCKEE RIVER DAY — OCTOBER 14 By LINDSAY RYAN, Truckee River Watershed Council
trees in Tahoe Donner, revegetation along the Alder Creek portion of the Emigrant Trail, and willow planting at Truckee Meadows. Projects start at 9AM or 11AM and finish by 2:30PM. To participate in this year’s restoration projects, please register at truckeeriverwc.org. Registration will be open from September 10 through October 11.
ATTEND THE RIVER FAIR
Volunteers planted Jeffrey and Sugar Pine trees in Tahoe Donner at Truckee River Day 2016. Photo by Gayle Dana.
Calling on all nature-lovers to join us on Sunday, October 14 for Truckee River Day, to give back to this wonderful river that gives us so much! Truckee River Day, now in its 23rd year, has become an important Truckee tradition, bringing the community together to restore our beloved river. So, put on some sturdy boots, dig out your work gloves, and grab some friends. Together we will work to restore the Truckee River, along with its creeks and meadows. The Truckee River watershed is a beautiful place to live and explore but impacts from 150 years of human activities such as logging, grazing and mining threaten water quality and habitat. Severe erosion is polluting our waterways with excess sediment, native species are struggling, and precious habitat is degraded.
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Here is the good news – people like you are working to reverse the damage. For over 20 years, hundreds of Truckee River Day volunteers have been transforming the health and resiliency of almost 200 sites. Places like the Middle Martis Wetland, Perazzo Meadows and Coldstream Canyon are now vibrant with native birds, wildflowers and clean water. Year by year, project by project, the Truckee River Watershed Council spearheads these efforts to restore, protect and enhance precious parts of our watershed that sustain the Truckee River.
3 WAYS TO GET INVOLVED HELP WITH A PROJECT Volunteers have their choice of half- or fullday restoration projects with different levels of difficulty. Projects will include planting
The River Fair will be from 1-4PM at Granite Flat Campground, with a Lahontan Cutthroat Trout release at 3PM. The fair features fun environmental educational activities for kids and adults. This community event is presented in partnership with Sierra Watershed Education Partnerships. Food will be provided free of charge by Northstar California. Everyone is invited to the fair – even if you are not involved in restoration projects.
MAKE A DONATION The Watershed Council leads this important effort in partnership with the US Forest Service, Truckee Trails Foundation, Sugar Pine Foundation, Truckee Donner Land Trust, Truckee Donner Recreation and Parks District, Truckee Tahoe Airport District and others. If you can’t participate in Truckee River Day and Fair but want to support these efforts by donating, please contact Brenda Gilbert at bgilbert@truckeeriverwc.org.
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FIRE SAFETY PROPERTY INSPECTIONS TO TAKE PLACE WITHIN ALL OF UNIT 3 DURING FALL 2018 By BILL HOUDYSCHELL, Tahoe Donner Forester First, I would like to thank all of the members who have brought their proprieties into compliance and maintained them. A lot of work has been completed and Tahoe Donner is really starting to look in excellent shape as far as fire safety is concerned. With the fire season we experienced in 2007, many property owners expressed their concern about the level of fire safety on private lots. The board of directors listened to these concerns and adopted a four-year program to inspect all properties in the association, both developed and undeveloped. The goal of this program was to inspect approximately 1,500 properties a year and by the end of the summer season have them in compliance with state law, local ordinances and association Covenants and Restrictions (C&Rs). We have completed the original four-year program and now we are entering the eighth year of Phase 2. The goal from 2012-2019 is to inspect 750 properties a year under an eight-year program. For the 2019 program we will inspect some of the properties located in the southwest of the subdivision. The streets we are going to visit include: • • • • • • • •
Bear Meadows Court Glacier Way Northwoods Boulevard Rhineland Avenue Skislope Way Slalom Way Snowpeak Way Viking Way
This serves as written notice as required by the Tahoe Donner Association C&Rs that these inspections will occur between the middle of September and the middle of November this year. Members in the inspection area will also receive a letter in the mail stating that their property will be inspected for the 2019 program. These inspections will occur between the hours of 8AM-5PM. We plan to complete 50-100 inspections per
day during this period. Inspectors will walk through the property in order to complete the inspections. Compliant property owners will be notified starting in December 2018. In January and February 2019, non-compliance letters with a copy of the inspection report will be sent to property owners in groups of approximately 30, requiring work to be completed by an established due date between the end of June through August 2019. In midMay through June 2019, a notice reminding property owners of the due date 45 days away will be sent. Authority for these inspections comes from the State of California Public Resources Code 4291, Truckee Fire Protection District Ordinance 94-1 and Tahoe Donner Association C&Rs Article VIII, Section1 (a) iii and iv. Following is a list of items we will be looking for:
DEVELOPED LOTS Around the structure or to the property line: • Pine needles removed from ground at least 10 feet from structure • All pine needles removed from roof • No vegetation within 10 feet of chimney or propane tank • All combustible material removed from under decks and next to structures. This includes stored firewood, which may remain only if covered with a tarp • Nuisance firewood must be managed per guidelines Within 100 feet of structures and property lines: • All dry, flammable vegetation and woody debris between 1/2-inch and 12 inches in diameter removed (not pine needles) • For trees greater than 12 feet – all branches removed 6 feet from ground • For trees smaller than 12 feet – remove
lower branches for half the height of the tree • All dead and beetle-infested trees removed • Break-up “brush fields” so individual bushes are left (allow for space between bushes to be 2.5 times the height of the bushes) • Excessively dense tree cover thinned (generally trees under 8 inches in diameter that are growing without proper spacing from one another or growing under the canopy of larger trees) • Nuisance firewood must be managed For all of the above items, 100 feet applies if your lot is flat. If your lot is on a steep slope, a greater distance may be required.
UNDEVELOPED LOTS All of the following apply for the entire lot: • For trees greater than 12 feet – all branches removed 6 feet from ground • For trees smaller than 12 feet – remove lower branches for half the height of the tree • Excessively dense tree cover thinned (generally trees under 8 inches in diameter that are growing without proper spacing from one another or growing under the canopy of larger trees) • All dead and beetle-infested trees removed • All dry, flammable vegetation and woody debris between 1/2-inch and 12 inches in diameter removed (not pine needles) • Firewood may not be stored on vacant lots Remember: items that pertain to your lot need to be maintained on a yearly basis. The C&Rs require that each lot be maintained in such a manner as to not create a fire hazard. Failure to do so may result in a hearing before the Covenants Committee, with the possible result of a fine being assessed until the required work is completed.
STRATEGIC PLAN GUIDANCE
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KEY ASSUMPTIONS DEVELOPED
Macro (US/Region Economy) Micro Tahoe Donner Specific
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DEC EM BE R
BUDGET REPORT ISSUED
STRATEGIC GUIDANCE REFINED
SCHEDULED BUDGET WORKSHOP SEPTEMBER 14
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THE BOARD, FINANCE COMMITTEE AND MANAGEMENT ARE INVOLVED THROUGHOUT ENTIRE PROCESS OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS
SEPTEMBER
ANNUAL ASSESSMENT INVOICED DUE JAN. 1
BUDGET TIMELINE
DETAIL MEETINGS + REVIEWS Operating Fund Capital Funds
N
ER TOB OC FINAL BUDGET REVIEW + APPROVAL
BUDGET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING KEY DELIVERABLES:
SCHEDULED BUDGET WORKSHOP OCTOBER 12
ASSESSMENT GROWTH RATES
• Annual Assessment requirement
COMPOUNDED ANNUAL GROWTH RATES TO 2018
• Operating / Development / Replacement Reserve / NM&E Funds components • Reserve Study update / Capital Spend Plan • Rates and Fees Schedules
5 YEAR
10 YEAR
20 YEAR
Operating
3.5%
3.6%
4.3%
Capital
6.1%
6.9%
7.9%
Combined Total
4.8%
5.1%
5.8%
RECENT CHALLENGES + OPPORTUNITIES
Capital improvement reserve funds for aging facilities
Federal and state regulatory cost pressures (California minimum wage increases $1/9% from $11 to $12, effective 1/1/2019)
Addressing strategic guidance drivers
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BRIEFS TAHOE DONNER ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS TASK FORCE DISCUSSION GROUP Over the past year, the member-driven ASO/ ASC Task Force has been working on data gathering and recommendations to improve and simplify the processes of working with Tahoe Donner ASO/ASC organizations, all from a homeowner's perspective. If you have gone through the permit process before, are thinking about making future changes to your home or property, or are just curious as to what the ASO/ASC does, please join us. WHEN: Saturday, September 15 at 9AM or 5PM If you are interested in this discussion group or would like additional information, please email judy.depuy@gmail.com. Call-in information and meeting location will be available prior to the meeting. Additional information on can be found at tahoedonner.com/aso-asc-task-force.
NATURE LOOP TRAIL UPDATE The Nature Loop Trail remains closed due to safety and liability concerns. The boardwalk on the south side of the trail broke under the weight of snow in recent winters and is now mostly submerged, and other parts of the trail are eroding into the creek because retaining walls have failed. The trail will remain closed until all necessary repairs are made, as safety is our priority. Designing a long-lasting infrastructure plan that falls within the acceptability of our jurisdictional agencies is the bulk of the project’s delay. The budget is in place to fix this trail, and it is viewed as a priority to all management at Tahoe Donner. To date, Tahoe Donner has spent $80,000 on having the proper state and national agencies
evaluate the project. This includes wetland surveys, property surveys, biologists, archaeologists, civil engineers, structural engineers and more. We anticipate completing the regulatory process and starting construction in 2019. Thank you for your continued patience, as well as your love for this trail, which was “grandfathered” into our trail system before the extensive permitting and regulatory practices were introduced. Once all updates are approved and made, this trail will be around for you and your family to enjoy for many years to come.
questions, suggestions for our committee or are interested in participating, we can be reached at MEC@tahoedonner.com.
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INTRODUCING THE MEMBER ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE In our past Board of Directors Election, onethird of owners cast their vote, yet two-thirds did not. Many elections and other voting processes are won or lost by just a few votes. Was your voice heard? Did you have all the information you needed to make an informed choice? The Member Engagement Committee has three goals: to increase participation in our member voting events; to help inform and educate the membership before and during these voting processes with easily understood, accurate and unbiased information; and to assist with other committee and task force communication efforts upon request. One example of the pressing need to get members educated and inspired to vote concerns our Covenants and Restrictions (C&Rs), which are legally binding upon residents. Each of us received these governing documents, which regulate our services, rules and fees. In a few short months, you will be asked to vote on updates to the current version. It’s extremely important that each and every property owner receives this information, looks carefully at the proposed changes, and then votes. We are here to serve you, our fellow property owners and members. If you have
TERRY FERNANDEZ, DAY CAMPS Terry’s manager reports that only great feedback has been received all summer long from TD day campers, parents and staff about Terry’s leadership. Terry is efficient, effective, loving and FUN – a great addition to the Day Camps staff!
TONITO POSADA, BEACH CLUB MARINA Managers from both Tonito’s winter (Snowplay) and summer (Beach Club Marina) departments praise this quiet, polite young man for his hard-working attitude, noting that he knows his job and does it well. He is always willing to go out of his way to accommodate members, guests and staff alike.
UPDATE: NEW SHORTTERM RENTAL (STR) RULES AND FINES Summary of proposed rules and fine schedule: • Requiring registration of STR with an annual fee of $150 • Requiring that a contact person be available to respond to complaints • Occupancy and parking restrictions • Fine schedule for violations See complete details listed in the 45-day notice: https://goo.gl/tLvjWj The board heard member comments at its August 18 meeting. The Short-Term Rental Task Force held an information meeting on the proposed STR rules on Aug. 30. While the official 45-day member comment period expired Aug. 24, member comments will continue to be accepted until the board acts. Visit https://goo.gl/9aXUQF and click on Aug. 18 board meeting, Item 13 and 14. The board will consider and act on the proposed rules at a future board meeting, with proper notice. If the board decides to modify the proposed rules in a significant way, a new 45-day member comment period will be required before the board can take final action. Please submit any questions or comments to arosenfeld@tahoedonner.com.
UPDATE: PRIVATE PROPERTY RULES At the August 24 board of directors meeting, after a 45-day member comment period, the board adopted new private property rules to help maintain the quality of our community. Those rule changes can be found at tahoedonner.com/private-property-rules. An education and enforcement plan will be communicated.
LAST CALL: SUBMIT PHOTO CONTEST ENTRIES NOW The annual photo contest for Tahoe Donner members ends September 7! Grab your camera or go through your photo archives and select your best shots. See details at tahoedonner.com/photo-contest.
HOMES ON THE RISE The Architectural Standards Committee reviewed the following plans in July 2018. UNIT/LOT ADDRESS
SQ. FT
PROJECT
08/445
11313 Lausanne Way
2,333
House
02/102
11669 St. Bernard Drive
3,218
House
08/250
11770 Tundra Drive
3,216
House
03/491
14640 Skislope Way
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House
HOW TO MAKE A COVENANTS COMPLAINT 1
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Call (530) 414-8166*
*A staff member is available seven days a week from 8AM-11PM, effective 8/22/18.
WHAT INFORMATION TO PROVIDE When making a complaint after hours, be prepared to provide: • Your name, address and email • Nature of complaint with times occurring • Address of property being complained about • Evidence: photos, video, etc. • How this behavior is affecting you • What actions have been taken (e.g. called police)
AFTER-HOURS COMPLAINT: WHAT HAPPENS NEXT Staff will take your complaint and make every effort to contact the owner of the property being complained about, share details about the complaint and request voluntary compliance.
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THE REPORT
BOARD MEETING RECAP BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING June 22, 2018 APPROVED
• May 26, 2018 Minutes 5-0 • 2018 Reserve Replacement Items Review 4-1 • Covenants Private Property Rules Modification & Short-Term Rental Rules 4-1 • Public vs. Private 4-0 • Approve Revised Hiking Club Bylaws 4-0 • New Board Resolution 3-1 • 2018 May Financials 4-0 • Access to Tahoe Donner Equipment by Public Agencies During Emergencies 4-0
NO ACTION • • • • • •
Executive Report ASO/ASC Task Force Recommendations Tahoe Donner Trails Stewardship Program Defensible Space Update Committee Code of Conduct Equestrian Blue-Ribbon Panel Task Force Update • Committee Management
ORGANIZATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING June 24, 2018 APPROVED
• Appointment of Board Member Officers President – Jennifer Jennings 3-2 Vice President – Jeff Schwerdtfeger 5-0 Treasurer – Jeff Connors 3-2 Secretary – Don Koenes 5-0 Director – Darius Brooks • Committee Liaison and Task Force Appointments Architectural – Jeff Schwerdtfeger 5-0 Covenants – Jennifer Jennings 5-0 Finance – Don Koenes (4-1) & Jeff Connors (5-0) General Plan – Jennifer Jennings (5-0) & Don Koenes (5-0) Giving Fund – Darius Brooks 4-1 Member Engagement – Don Koenes (5-0) & Jeff Schwerdtfeger (5-0) ASO/ASC Task Force – Jeff Schwerdtfeger 5-0 Equestrian Blue-Ribbon Panel Task Force – Jeff Connors 5-0 STR/Amenity Access Task Force – Darius Brooks (5-0) & Jeff Connors (3-2)
• Adoption of Board Meeting Schedule 4-1 • 2018 Board Training Plan 5-0
SPECIAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING June 26, 2018
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APPROVED
• Defensible Space Update 4-0
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING July 21, 2018 APPROVED
• Approval of Minutes June 22, 2018 Minutes 4-0 June 24, 2018 Minutes 5-0 June 26, 2018 Minutes 4-0 • Appointment of Directors to the Human Resources Committee 5-0 • Trout Creek Recreation Center Remodel Project 5-0 • 2018 Reserve Replacement Items Review Trout Creek Recreation Center Pool Resurfacing Phase II 5-0 Downhill Ski Area Groomer Replacement 4-1 Cross Country Center Groomer Replacement 3-2 • 2018 Quarterly Financials & Replacement Reserve Projects 5-0 • Consent Calendar 5-0
DEADLINE: September 7, 2018 OPEN TO: Tahoe Donner Members CATEGORIES: Action, Nature + People SUBMIT: Email high-resolution digital files to comdep@tahoedonner.com. See details and submission requirements at tahoedonner.com/photo-contest.
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• Board Regular Meeting Schedule 2018-2019 • Executive Session Report • Emergency Preparedness Plan • Committee/Task Force Reports • New Member Club – Dual Sport Riders • Board and Committee Code of Conduct • Board Training • Development of Strategic Goals and 2019 Budget Cycle Process • Trout Creek Recreation Center Pool Resurfacing
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DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Kurt Buecheler stands on a rooftop pool deck in the United Arab Emirates with the 2,722-foot-tall Burj Khalifa building over a mile away in the background.
MOUNT KILIMANJARO Joe and Kelly Culver celebrated their 60th birthdays by climbing 19,341 feet to summit Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
COZUMEL, MEXICO Ed and Barbara Czerwinski on their trip to the Mayan Ruins on the island of Cozumel in front of the remnants of the Los Nichos Shrine.
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Dave and Majken Burtt at the top of The Rundetaarn, a 17th-century tower in Copenhagen, Denmark. SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS Email your “Where in the World” photos to comdep@tahoedonner.com. Please submit only JPG files of 300 dpi for printing. Photos must include a copy of TD News. Please list the names of everyone in the picture, where it was taken, and a short description. Note: please be patient; it could take several months to see your photo published.
COOPERSTOWN, NEW YORK Mike and Sandy Ahrens visit the Baseball Hall of Fame during a New York vacation with their five grandsons: Dylan, Kyle, Jordan, Tyler and Colin.
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