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ARROWHEAD IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATION ONLINE COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER www.arrowhead1.org
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Who to contact with a question: Fire & Medical Emergency: Call 911 (Gunnison) Arrowhead Firehouse: phone: 970-862-8330 AVFD Fire Chief: Jim Gelsomini, Phone: 970- 862-8456 Email: avfdchief2014@gmail.com Communications: Lisa Ditmore Email: communications.aia@gmail.com Design Review: Joanie Thompson Email address: jthompsonaia.drc@gmail.com Fishing: Jeri Rau Email: Jeri.rauaia@gmail.com Forestry Management: Bill Conway Phone: 541-729-6259 or email: Arrowheadforestmanager@gmail.com Heavy Equipment/Maintenance: Brad Fowler Email: bfowler.aia@gmail.com
Horse Corrals: Jeri Rau Email: Jeri.rauaia@gmail.com Noxious Weed Control: Jeri Rau Email: Jeri.rauaia@gmail.com Patrol: Phone or Text: 970-209-6335
The Arrowhead Improvements Association Official Website & Smoke Signals Newsletter Disclaimers: www.arrowhead1.org
Arrowhead Improvements Association Board of Directors Lowell Kindschy, President................... lowellkindschy.aia@gmail.com Brad Fowler, Vice President……………............... bfowler.aia@gmail.com Rosanna Harris, Treasurer........................ rosannaharris.aia@gmail.com Keith Dalton, Secretary…………………................. kdalton.aia@gmail.com Jeri Rau, Director.............................................. Jeri.rauaia@gmail.com Rachel Grasmick, Director…………………………...rgrasmick.aia@gmail.com Bill Brassfield, Director…………………………...billbrassfield.aia@gmail.com
ARROWHEAD IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATION, INC. P.O. Box 83, Gunnison, CO 81230
Are you new to Arrowhead? Everyone is encouraged to read our updated 2021 Living in Arrowhead Booklet to learn more about our beautiful community!! www.arrowhead1.org
The Arrowhead Improvements Association Inc. is a state non-profit organization. The purpose of the Arrowhead HOA is to unite the property owners of the Arrowhead subdivisions in Cimarron, Colorado; to encourage civic improvements within said area, to encourage community activities including, but not by way of limitation, the beautification, maintenance and general appearance of vacant and improved lots, filing roads, winter parking lot, entrances, open and recreational areas situated within the area and used in common by its residents; enhance the safety of Arrowhead; facilitate enforcement of any and all building restrictions, protective covenants, and to otherwise act in the interests of the members of the Association. Appearance of an advertisement in this publication does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement by the Association of the goods or services offered. The opinions expressed in this newsletter are those of the individual authors and not the Board of your Association. Neither the Board, the publisher or the authors intend to provide any professional service or opinion through this publication.
News Articles The deadline for news articles is the 20th of the month before the next bimonthly issue. Please email news articles to Lisa Ditmore at aiasmokesignals@gmail.com. All letters or articles need to include your name and a daytime phone number. All articles must be approved by the editors for publication or as space permits.
Want to Advertise in the Smoke Signals? The deadline for an advertisement is the 20th of the month before the next bi-monthly issue. To place an ad, please CLICK HERE to complete our Online Advertising Form.
Lisa Ditmore AIA Communication Mgr. communications.aia@gmail.com
Notice All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Law. The Arrowhead Improvements Association and its publication “Smoke Signals,” will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is a violation of the law, either Federal or State. If you feel you have been discriminated against call the Colorado Civil Rights Division at 970-248-7329 or HUD 303-844-6158 or 1-800-669-9777
Arrorwhead1.org is the only official website for Arrowhead property owners (owners in Arrowhead in Gunnison Country Subdivision, also commonly referred to as Arrowhead or Arrowhead Ranch). The "Smoke Signals" newsletter and the “Living In Arrowhead” booklet are the only two official publication of the Arrowhead Improvements Association, Inc. (an HOA subdivision within Arrowhead in Gunnison Country). “Arrowhead Improvements Association - AIA” is the only official Facebook page. No other chat room, blog, forum, website, Facebook page or other electronic or written publication is supported, sanctioned, associated with or condoned by Arrowhead Improvements Association, Inc., and said Association is not responsible for their content.
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Arrowhead Volunteer Fire Department Saturday, July 3rd 1- 4 pm Just drive by the firehouse to drop a donation in one of our firemen's boots. AVFD fire fighters and first responders will be there with our equipment on display. Bring your noisemakers, car horns and smiles to show your support for our beautiful community. Donations raised from events like these help us maintain our stock of life-saving medical supplies and equipment. Your support of the AVFD over the years has been amazing and is truly appreciated by the team. This year, we still very much need your support to maintain the equipment, supplies and training necessary to respond to emergencies here at Arrowhead. There will also be a box for Food Bank donations. Your Donation Could Be The Difference Between Hunger & Hope For Many Families in Our Surrounding Communities. Arrowhead branded clothing will be on display and for sale. Start your Christmas shopping early! We look forward to the opportunity to personally Thank You.
Save the date, we’re still finalizing our plans. Details will be posted in the next edition of the Smoke Signals.
All of our AVFD volunteers want to Thank You for your support. You can always make a donation by visiting our Website or Facebook page.
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Design Review Message: Spring has definitely “sprung” in Arrowhead. The trees are blooming and the snow is almost gone. Improvement projects in Arrowhead are running at full speed! By May of 2021, we have received more applications for permits than we did all last year. That is exciting, but also a little overwhelming. I hope the construction in the canyon causes as little delay as possible. Please continue to follow the requirements set forth for improvements in the 2020 AIA Regulations. This helps the committee move forward for you more quickly. We have been meeting in person and approving plans via email. Please continue to contact me with questions and we can work to get your permit approved in a timely manner. Please see these links, Construction Agreements, Plot Plans, these are the documents that need to be completed and sent to me to begin the permit process. All $100 permit fees need to be sent to: AIA Office PO Box 83, Gunnison, CO 81230. Please include, Name, Project, Filing, Block, Lot on check so it can be recorded DRC Meeting Schedule: properly. Also, please refer to the Procedures for Property Owners All meetings are scheduled on the 2nd document to help guide your steps. We look forward to continuing to Monday of the month and are at the serve the owners of this great community. firehouse unless the Filing Roads are
Joanie Thompson AIA Design Review Mgr. jthompsonaia.drc@gmail.com All meetings are held at the firehouse unless the filing roads are closed. If roads are closed, the meeting will be held at the Arrowhead Mountain Lodge lobby. DRC Meetings are usually held on the second Monday of a given month as scheduled above and start at 9:00am to approximately Noon. If confidential, private or privileged information needs to be discussed at a DRC meeting, an Executive Session may be required and called.
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closed. If the roads are closed, we will meet at the Arrowhead Mountain Lodge. All meetings begin at 9:00am: ➢ June 14th ➢ July 12th ➢ August 9th
➢ September 13th ➢ October 11th
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2020-2021 by Harold Thompson & Joanie Aufderheide
Visit our AIA website, www.arrowhead1.org to get the latest up-todate Area Forecast, Cams & Conditions AND Snow Reports. To view the entire report, CLICK HERE.
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Forestry Message: The western US, including Arrowhead, is in a drought and another bad fire season is expected. At Arrowhead the norm is to have two wildland fire seasons. The first fire season, “Before Greenup” is after snow melt and before the green grass dominants. In a “normal” year Green Up is sustained through the middle of the summer by monsoon rains. The monsoons were very weak last year so Arrowhead was already dry before the usual second fire season arrived in September. Of course, we don’t know what this summer will bring but there are many things that can be done at Arrowhead to reduce the risk of wildland fire. We have a fire department that is prepared to take quick action on any fires within the community and they are backed up by mutual aid agreements with other departments. To prevent fires, owners need to follow the rules for having campfires. Vehicles should never be parked in dry grass. To reduce the risk of large fires, owners should annually remove the forest debris that has been accumulated over the winter. In addition, owners should make progress on mitigation and defensible space on their property. Getting the work all done in one year is not feasible for everyone, but making some progress every year is feasible. As your Forest Manager, my responsibility is to continue to make progress on fire mitigation on the community property. One of the tools to accomplish that is the community clean up days that are held the 4th Saturday of each month, May to August and 2nd Saturday in September. Clean up of down material is done along roads and fire mitigation is also done on pieces of community property away from the road. The Forest Refuse Site is open and ready for your forest debris. Remember no construction debris, garbage, or metal objects. MCH packs should be put up by the middle of June. If you did not order some extras are available by calling, texting or emailing Bill. Distribution will be at the end of the maintenance building by the garbage compactor on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM until June 19. If you cannot make those times contact Bill to make other arrangements. ACE Caps should be put in before buds open on conifers, which means NOW. Pickup on the same schedule as above. Supply on hand is very limited so contact Bill immediately if you want ACE Caps and have not ordered. Free Tree Reviews are available to owners to identify problems with insect or disease, trees that are a hazard to parking areas and structures, and fire mitigation and defensible space needs. Contact Bill to make an appointment. Contact Bill if you are interested in assisting with forestry work. Another great way to volunteer at Arrowhead is with the Fire Department where you can meet a great group of people, make a contribution to the community, and learn some new skills. There is a place and need for everyone. Bill Conway Arrowhead Forest Manager 541-729-6259 arrowheadforestmanager@gmail.com For more information, click here to visit the Forest Management webpage.
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With the Little Blue Canyon Creek Hwy 50 project slated to begin in February, always remember to check back regularly to our “Road Activity Message Board,” located on the home page of our AIA website.
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Garden Club Meetings for June & July: June 12th , 1pm, meeting at the Firehouse Garden for our first “garden cleanup” session. We will be identifying what is growing and possibly flowering early. Also getting a plan together for creating plant identification labels to be placed. Bring gloves and garden tools.
June 13th , 10am meeting at the Firehouse Garden. We have a short wildflower walk within Arrowhead planned to see what may be blooming. Bring your camera or phone camera, lots of stopping for photos.
June 26th , 9am-12 participating in the Community Clean Up Day. Meeting at Arrowhead Fire Department.
In JULY, we will have at least one more Firehouse Garden cleanup and possible planting day, also placing identification labels. And yes, more wildflower walks and hikes! The schedule for most of our activities will be sent out via our garden club email list. If you want more information and to be on the list, please contact Ann Wurden at annmwurden@gmail.com If you have any questions or are interested in joining the Garden Club, click here for more information or contact: Ann Wurden Phone: 435-299-2367 Email: annmwurden@gmail.com
AIA Election Committee News At the May 15th, 2021 AIA Board meeting, the Election Committee BOD Liaison, Keith Dalton announced it’s time to seek candidates for the 2021 Board of Directors’ election. There are two (2) positions, each 3-year terms to be filled beginning January 2022. If you are interested in serving your Arrowhead community as a Board Member, please send a Letter of Intent to the AIA Elections Committee, at: aia.electionscommittee@gmail.com Your letter must be received no later than Friday, August 20th, by 5:00PM MDT. This is the day before the Annual Owners Meeting on Saturday the 21st. It is customary for the candidates to introduce themselves to the assembled owners at that meeting. Ballots for the 2021 election will be mailed Wednesday, October 13th and must be returned, postmarked by Monday, November 29th, 2021. Property owners' dues and/or assessments must be current by Saturday, September 25th, 2021 in order to receive a ballot. If you have moved or changed addresses, please make sure the AIA office has a current address on file. According to the AIA Covenants, owners shall be entitled to one vote for each site owned. When more than one person or entity (Trust, LLC, Partnership or other form of legal entity) owns a site, the owners must designate, in writing, the individual who will exercise their vote. The designated voter's name must be on file in the AIA office by Saturday September 25th, 2021. Please include the lot, block and filing of the property as well as the designated voter's current address. If this designation is already on file, and no changes have been made, it is not necessary to send in one for this year. If you have any questions, please email the AIA Election Committee at: aia.electionscommittee@gmail.com Pg. 11
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Maintenance & Improvements Now that winter is over ( I think ), we are going into the dusty season. Please slow down and be considerate of your neighbors and don't dust them out. The speed limit is 20 mph in the filings, but sometimes that is too fast for the conditions. When you are on the mountain, slow down and enjoy the animals and the surroundings. We are still having people put building materials, cardboard and other items that can jam up our Trash Compactor. The other day someone put wood flooring in it. We are looking at the camera as I write this report. If we identify you , you will be fined.
The Winter Parking Lot expansion will begin sometime at the end of June or first part of July. After we take trees down and pull them into the NW corner of the parking lot, there will be wood available for owners. For safety reasons, PLEASE DO NOT HANG AROUND WHERE THE TREES ARE BEING CUT!! It is advisable when cutting trees into firewood length to wear protective gear and be safe. Brad Fowler BOD Equipment & Maintenance Liaison bfowler.aia@gmail.com For more information, click here to visit the Maintenance & Improvements webpage.
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On behalf of the AIA Maintenance Team and members within our Arrowhead community, we want to say THANK YOU, Ron Corder; for providing many years of service in helping Will to clear the parking lot and busting open our filing roads. Ron is retiring from the Maintenance crew so he can dedicate more time to his woodworking business. When you see Ron, please give him a big THANK YOU!!!
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Message from Patrol... Welcome to all the new and returning owners! It’s that time of year when folks are heading to the mountains and the first thing (or maybe the second) that all want to do is build a nice cozy campfire. So, it behooves me to remind all that before a campfire is built on Arrowhead property, it must be in a Patrol approved fire-pit and said pit must be approved each year. Considering that last summer saw the 3 largest wildfires in Colorado’s recorded history and this year looks to be drier than last, we need to be extra diligent. Building a fire in an unapproved pit is asking for a hefty fine ($500) as well as endangering the property and well-being of all in Arrowhead. Specific instructions, regarding approved fire-pits can be found in the FORMS section on the Arrowhead website. Since Arrowhead is in Gunnison County, we are subject to their restrictions as well as the State’s. Notifications of restrictions will be posted on our Arrowhead1.org website, as well as the Message Kiosks at Lake & Alpine and Ute & Alpine. Be sure to check the weather reports to be aware of Red Flag warnings which occur with windy/dry conditions. Speaking of wind, our Fire Chief measured how far a campfire spark can travel in a mild breeze and decided that firewood should be kept at least 15 feet away from a burning fire. Leaving a fire unattended is asking for a visit from AVFD. Reminder: The property owner is responsible for any damage caused to Arrowhead even if it’s done by friends, relatives, or renters. For more information, contact Patrol or check the website. May we all have a safe and enjoyable summer. After last year, we’ve earned it. Dave Reddish, Lead-AIA Patrol Phone or Text: (970) 209-6335 Email: patrollead.aia@gmail.com
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Board of Directors 2021 Schedule of Meetings All Regular Board Meetings are scheduled for the third Saturday of the month and will begin at 1:00pm. If an Executive Session is required, it will be held at 9:00AM on the same dates with a break for lunch between the morning Executive Session and afternoon Open Session. (**) Until Gunnison County COVID19 restrictions are lifted, future Board Meetings will be held via ZOOM Meeting. Please check back to our AIA website and Facebook page for any BOD meeting updates and/or changes to the meeting schedule.
**Dates: July 17 *August 21 September 18 November 13
Location: Arrowhead Fire House Arrowhead Fire House Arrowhead Fire House Arrowhead Fire House
Please watch for posted agendas to confirm dates, times and locations: https://www.arrowhead1.org/agendas-minutes-meeting-info All meeting dates, times and locations may be subject to change.
*Annual Owners Meeting is scheduled to follow the regular BOD Meeting on August 21st. All meeting dates, times and locations may be subject to change.
During this current COVID 19 pandemic, the AIA Board of Directors, employees and volunteers are committed to the health and safety of all property owners and residents. Collectively, we are adhering to the restrictions put in place by the authorities of Gunnison County, the state Colorado and the Federal Officials, under the guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). These mandated safety measures and restrictions have required our Association to adjust our everyday routines. This is a situation our community has never encountered before. We appreciate your flexibility, patience and understanding as we maneuver through the upcoming weeks & months. As information becomes available, we will continue to do our best to post it on our AIA website and/or Facebook page. You can also do your part to stay informed, as well. Continuous updates are provided by Gunnison County, the state of Colorado and the Federal Agencies. Below, you will see web links directing you to the local, state and federal agencies to follow on a regular basis:
Gunnison County: • Gunnison County's special COVID 19 webpage at https://covid19.gunnisoncounty.org/ • Gunnison County Health & Human Services Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/GunnisonCountyHHS/
Colorado Division of Public Health & Environment: • •
CDPHE COVID-19 Web Page CDPHE COVID-19 Facts for Coloradans
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CDPHE Cleaning Guidance for COVID-19
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CDC COVID-19 Web Page
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Fishing at Arrowhead! Our first stocking is being scheduled for the 1st week of June and will be in the lower Flint Lake only. The Second stocking is tentatively scheduled for the week after the 4th of July, and depending on the lake level of the Upper Flint Lake, will be split between the upper and lower lakes. Remember, we close the Lakes to all fishing for three days after stocking to give the fish time to acclimate. The unwanted suckers have been drastically reduced in number, thanks to the efforts of PJ and his Gunnison Masterbaiter's removal and re-purposing of those unwanted fish as frozen bait! Please leave those traps alone if you see them. Here’s a few important reminders when fishing at Flint Lakes... 1. Only dogs of Owners will be allowed to be brought down to the Lakes and they must remain on leash at ALL TIMES! No longer will the dogs of guests or friends be allowed to be brought down to the Flint Lakes! 2. Also, Folks using Flint Lakes need a fishing pass from Patrol. Please remember to remove any trash you find near or around the lake and park only in the designated parking area, with no motor vehicles allowed past that point. We have provided a disposal canister for any used fishing lines or hooks you might find or collect, so please let's keep the area clear of all such debris! Also, please do not return any sucker fish you might catch to the Lake and take them with you when you leave and properly dispose of them! Once again fishing is permitted on Evergreen Lake, but please remember that all pets must be on leash at all times, and no fishing or hiking is permitted on the stream above the lake and since this is private property, please respect that and confine your walking or hiking to just the area within 20 feet around the Lake. Thank you very much! If you have any question, please contact Jeri Rau by emailing her at: jeri.rauaia@gmail.com
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Arrowhead has been a leader in Gunnison County for its program for noxious weed eradication. Again, this year we all need to continue to preserve the grasses and wildlife in our community. Please remember that it is each property owner’s responsibility to control noxious weeds on their own lot…it is Colorado law. To learn about identifying noxious weeds on your property, CLICK HERE. Herbicide can be purchased at Home Depot or the Coop. We do have a sprayer we can loan out if requested. Depending on the weather, we will begin spraying towards the end of July. We may also need to do a second spraying in September. The AIA hires a commercial licensed company to spray the large areas of common ground. If you have questions, just email me and I will get in touch with you. Thanks in advance for volunteering for your community.
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It’s Spring Cleaning Time!! Looking to sell or buy personal items? Click Here to check out our community’s….
2021 Reading List Date June 4 *July 9 Aug. 6 Sept. 3 Oct. 1 Nov. 5
Title Perennials First Light A Gentleman In Moscow The Guest List This Tender Land The Giver of Stars
Author Julie Cantrell Bill Rancic Amor Towles Lucy Foley William Kent Krueger Jojo Moyes
January through May read, read, read and share what you would like us to read next year!!
Questions: Contact Sue Kindschy at smkindschy@gmail.com We meet the first Friday of the month unless noted. Join us at the Arrowhead Mountain Lodge at 11:30 a.m. All welcome! *July postponed a week due to the 4th of July holiday **Due to the Gunnison County COVID19 Public Health Orders, the Book Club might be meeting via an online group discussion. Please email club leader, Sue Kindschy for the online meeting details: smkindschy@gmail.com
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Arrowhead Fire Protection District To get the latest information and updates from the Arrowhead Fire Protection District, click on our AFPD website and/or Facebook page.
The information posted in this Arrowhead Improvements Association, Inc. (the AIA HOA) publication and the AIA website (arrowhead1.org), is intended to provide general knowledge that may be of interest to the HOA members and their guests within the community. The Arrowhead Improvements Association, Inc. (the AIA HOA), does not warrant the accuracy provided by the Arrowhead Fire Protection District (the AFPD); and the AIA is not responsible for the reliability, correctness or any other aspect of the content provided by the AFPD. The AIA HOA disclaims any liability whatsoever in connection with the AFPD information that appears in this publication and is not its author. AIA HOA is not responsible for, and does not undertake any duty to provide owners with up-to-date fire restriction information. Please contact AFPD for the most current information.
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Learn how to live and co-exist with the Arrowhead Bears! Below, click on the links to read and learn about our fury neighbors from Colorado Parks & Wildlife: ➢ Living with Bears: A Practical Guide to Bear Country ➢ Bear-Proofing Your Home ➢ Refer to our online “Living in Arrowhead Booklet; pages 7-8
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When heading to and from Arrowhead, it is advised to “KNOW BEFORE YOU GO” and travel safely!! Everyone is encouraged to “routinely check” the CDOT/FHA - Little Blue Creek Canyon- Hwy 50 website: https://www.us50info.com/ There, you can subscribe to receive project email updates and/or register for text message alerts.
The Little Blue Creek Canyon project required a full closure in both directions. The extended closure was necessary for the safe removal of boulders as seen in these photos. Emergency vehicles were able to get through the project area if needed. Arrowhead residents and their guests are encouraged to subscribe to the US 50 Little Blue Creek Improvements website for emails and text alerts. Photos Courtesy of CDOT/FHA of Boulder Removal on May 25th & 26th. Pg. 20
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