Tahoe Donner News October 2019

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PHOTO CONTEST 2019 WINNERS

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DRINK UP!

TAHOE DONNER MEMBER’S LOVE FOR HER COMMUNITY AND PASSION FOR HER TEQUILA 10

RESOURCES FOR AN AMAZING COMMUNITY 08

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INSIDE THE REPORT:

THE BUZZ:

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ASSOCIATION UPDATES

EVENTS, DINING + UPDATES

Message from the Board President

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Annual Request for Homeowner Contact Information

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DRINK UP!

Tahoe Donner member‘s love for her community and passion for her tequila

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Giving Fund Seeks New Members

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Covenants Reminder

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Budget Timeline

FEATURES

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Fire Safety Property Inspections

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2019 ANNUAL PHOTO CONTEST

Quick Calendar

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Resources for an Amazing Community

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Amenity Updates, Programs + Events

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Club Updates

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Dining Hours + Specials

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Best of Tahoe Donner: Autumn Celebrations

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Where in the World Is TD News?

Briefs

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See the winning photos taken by your talented neighbors

Board Meeting Recaps

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Learn what is being done to mitigate the struggle between insurance companies and homeowners ON THE COVER: Tahoe Donner member Russ Albano's entry in the 2019 Photo Contest captured an incredible sunrise over Donner Lake in March 2019.

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OCTOBER 2019 EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION TEAM Lindsay Hogan Tiffany Connolly 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 Lindsay Hogan | Director of Marketing + Member Relations lhogan@tahoedonner.com Miah Cottrell | Director of Information Technology mcottrell@tahoedonner.com Tom Knill | Director of Human Resources tknill@tahoedonner.com

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President | Charles C. Wu cwu@tahoedonner.com Vice President | Don Koenes dkoenes@tahoedonner.com Treasurer | Jeff Connors jconnors@tahoedonner.com Secretary | Jim Roth jroth@tahoedonner.com Director | Jennifer Jennings jjennings@tahoedonner.com Board of Directors board@tahoedonner.com

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MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD PRESIDENT It is officially fall which signifies change, progress and preparation for winter. The Sierra landscape really comes alive during this season and I hope you are all enjoying it as much as I do. While I take advantage of our mountain community and all its offerings, I am also hard at work getting to know the membership. The board and management team are analyzing responses to surveys and I am looking for ways to create a member-led association.

MEMBERS FIRST Putting the needs of homeowners at the forefront is my top priority. By now, you have probably answered one or more of the quick surveys that have landed in your email inbox. Your responses help us better understand your needs and opinions on association-related matters. However, surveys are just a start, as we look into other tools and resources that will provide feedback regarding homeowner feelings and thoughts about Tahoe Donner’s future.

I am interested in the idea of quarterly virtual townhalls for members, as another tool that will provide the membership an opportunity to provide feedback and ideas.

Express your interest in virtual townhalls in the upcoming communications preferences survey. All survey results are anonymous and available to you; find them online at tahoedonner.com/survey.

TAHOE DONNER: LEADING THE WAY IN FIRE PREVENTION One issue that has presented itself again and again is the rising cost and availability of homeowners insurance due to fire risk.

Tahoe Donner, designated a Firewise Community, invests extensively in forest health and fire mitigation. TFPD has recognized us as a leader in fire prevention.

We have created a resource to help homeowners communicate our fire-safety efforts with insurance companies. Inform your insurance company of the progressive fire-safety tactics and actions Tahoe Donner takes by sharing the Reducing Wildfire Threat information sheet available at tahoedonner.com/preparedness. To learn more about what senior officials are doing at the state, county and town levels, and what you can do for fire safety, read the informational article on page 12.

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It’s one of our biggest events of the year!

This family-friendly harvest festival is fun for everyone and is the perfect community event to celebrate autumn in the High Sierra. Get wristbands at tahoedonner.com/ fall-festival.

Work side-by-side with other volunteers for a day of river, meadow and wetland restoration, including the opportunity to plant trees in Tahoe Donner. Registration and information at truckeeriverwc.org.

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EVENTS + MEETINGS OCTOBER 3

Edi-Bōl Dinner Series

OCTOBER 4

Kids Night Out

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XC Trailwork Day

OCTOBER 10

Covenants Committee Meeting

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Finance Committee Meeting

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Edi-Bōl Dinner Series

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10th Annual Fall Festival

OCTOBER 12

XC Preseason Conditioning Clinic

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XC Trailwork Day

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Architectural Standards Committee Meeting

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Budget Workshop

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Edi-Bōl Dinner Series

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Board of Directors Meeting

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XC Preseason Conditioning Clinic

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Kids Night Out

OCTOBER 20

Truckee River Day + Fair

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Edi-Bōl Dinner Series

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XC Preseason Conditioning Clinic

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A big note of appreciation and applause to Jennifer Jennings, your board director, who is heading the effort to adopt and install a wildfire camera in our neighborhood. The board of directors approved funds up to $50k to install the camera that will help with regional early fire detection including discovering fire locations, scaling fire resources, monitoring fire behavior, helping with evacuations and monitoring contained fires.

GET OUT + ENJOY TAHOE DONNER Alder Creek Adventure Center and the trails beyond explode in a plethora of colors for hikers, runners and bikers to enjoy. Or, if you’re a skier, think about signing up for the XC Ski Conditioning Clinic and see the colors while getting in shape for ski season and meeting new people. Learn more about the program at tahoedonner.com/xc.

Truckee River Day is returning on October 20.

Volunteers can sign up to plant trees, right here in Tahoe Donner. This is a great activity for those with kids; they love getting dirty while planting saplings. Whatever activity you choose, don’t miss out on this great annual

event that benefits the entire community.

Learn more at truckeeriverwc.org.

If you haven’t been up to Alder Creek Cafe to enjoy Chef David’s Thursday-night Edi-Bōl series, mark your calendars now! Dishes for the month of October include the popular Ahi Poke Bowl, a Chicken and Waffles Bowl and a Fall Pho Bowl. A limited menu is available in addition to the Edi-Bōl special and the Trailside Bar is open for beer and wine. Available Thursday nights from 5-8PM at Alder Creek Cafe. See the entire menu at tahoedonner.com/edi-bol.

The annual Fall Festival, on October 12, is the perfect event for kids and adults alike to get together with the community. Those 21 and over will love the seasonal beer offerings and everyone will enjoy the live music, Oktoberfest-inspired food options, and fun activities for the kids including a bounce house, a maze, face painting, pony rides, a pumpkin patch, a wild animal show and more!

I hope to see you there!

CHARLES WU | BOARD PRESIDENT

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ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE CHAIRS Architectural Standards Rod Whitten aso@tahoedonner.com Covenants Al Noyes + Len Leclerc covenantscommittee@ tahoedonner.com Elections Bette Rohrback electionscommittee@ tahoedonner.com

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PHOTO

CONTEST

We are happy to announce the winners of our annual photo contest!

This year we received more photo submissions than ever—over 150—and the process of selecting the category winners was tougher than ever. Space only permits us to print a few of our members’ fantastic photos, and these are some of our favorites. We hope you enjoy looking through these as much as we did.

As mentioned in the contest rules, the winning photographer in each category receives a gift certificate for $50 to The Lodge Restaurant & Pub. Thanks for participating, and make sure to keep taking great photos!

2019 PHOTO CONTEST

ACTION WINNER

CHRIS ROCHEFORT

JANUARY 2019 A panoramic shot of an amazing sunrise at Sunrise Bowl in upper Tahoe Donner.

KIM BURNS

AUGUST 2019 The last sunset of summer.

RACHEL GARNER

JANUARY 2019 Star trails seen from Glacier Way Trail facing south. The yellow lights are from Sacramento in the distance.

GLORIA FORD

JUNE 2019 Riding on Tahoe Donner trails.

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ETHAN PARKER AUGUST 2019 The toughest/best bike ever!

PHOTO CONTEST

PEOPLE WINNER

HERB HWANG

OCTOBER 2019 The aspen grove near “Whoop It Up” trail is spectacular in the Fall

MICHELE GIESLER

JULY 2019 A day at Beach Club Marina.

KEN DAVIS

AUGUST 2019 The Milky Way at Donner Lake.

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NATURE WINNER

GAYLE DANA

MARCH 2019 This bear turned and struck a pose when the photographer tapped on the TAHOE DONNER NEWS | window overlooking her back deck.

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RESOURCES FOR AN AMAZING COMMUNITY

By TIFFANY CONNOLLY

One of the draws of Tahoe Donner, besides its stunning environment, is the thriving community.

Members and guests alike are here to enjoy the peaceful mountain atmosphere, the trails and the wide variety of activities, amenities and events. When the community comes together and utilizes the many tools available, Tahoe Donner thrives. Use these resources to make your Tahoe Donner

COURT LEVE

experience optimal.

FO R YO U R G U E S T S There are a number of resources available to homeowners that are designed to help you communicate with your guests while they are enjoying their stay in your home and utilizing amenities. Find a one-page information sheet that includes association rules, a community map, information about how to use guest cards and winter driving tips. Download and print a copy of the Covenants Rules Guide for Guests at tahoedonner.com/documents-tools.

FO R YO U R PE T Tahoe Donner has 11 mutt mitts stations sprinkled about the association; grab a bag and take one with you when you bring your dog out on the trails. Please help keep our community safe by ensuring that your dogs are leashed at all Tahoe Donner amenities and open spaces and on streets if they are not under voice command. For association rules regarding pets visit tahoedonner.com/covenants-rules.

FO R DE F E NS I BL E S PAC E It’s everyone’s job to make sure their property is following Tahoe Donner’s defensible space program requirements every season. Please keep the neighborhood safe and don’t wait until your property is up for inspection. Learn more about keeping your home in fire-safe condition at tahoedonner.com/defensible-space.

FO R N E I G H BO RS Do you have your immediate neighbors’ contact information? Think about starting a resource sheet for the people that live on your street and share phone numbers and email addresses. This way, you can contact them if you see an issue while they are away and neighbors can easily reach out if they need assistance with something.

FO R PA R TI C I PATI O N One of the best things about the Tahoe Donner neighborhood is the myriad events that take place in every season, creating more opportunity to get to know your neighbors. Come to the festivals and BBQs and join or start a club. Attend board meetings and workshops. Take surveys, so the management and board can get to know you better. Learn more about meetings, surveys and workshops in the member tab at tahoedonner.com.

FO R AS SO C I ATI O N R EG U L ATI O NS Tahoe Donner’s Covenants Rules were created to maintain peace and order in this beautiful community.

Respect your neighbor by keeping the noise down in the evenings from 10PM-7AM; sound travels far in the forest. Make sure exterior lights are off between the hours of 10PM-7AM to prevent light pollution. To see all covenants rules, visit tahoedonner.com/covenants-rules.

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DRINK UP! TD MEMBER’S LOVE FOR HER COMMUNITY + PASSION FOR HER TEQUILA

By TIFFANY CONNOLLY

“We visited Truckee often with our friends and family and ultimately fell in love with Tahoe Donner. We are mountain people for life.”

– Nicole Emanuel, Tahoe Donner member and co-founder of 21 Seeds Tequila Nicole Emanuel and her husband Frank love a good party. More than that, they love hosting gatherings for their friends and family, whom Nicole calls their “tribe.” For Nicole, the importance of having her tribe together comes across in conversation and is reflected in her company, 21 Seeds Tequila. In fact, one of their popular hashtags is “gather your tribe,” as a way of encouraging others to come together and celebrate life, friendship and family over amazing drinks and in a warm and welcome environment.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF NICOLE EMANUEL

“We always want our friends around,” Nicole mused. “When we were looking for a place in Tahoe Donner, it had to have a nice great room and enough bedrooms to make it a ski crash-pad.” Five years ago, their search for the perfect place to entertain ended, and they haven’t looked back since. They were drawn to Tahoe Donner, not only because

THE EMANUELS ENJOYING TRUCKEE SUMMER

of the amenities that they use every time they visit (every weekend), but because it reminded them of their childhood.

Frank remembers the mountain house that his family enjoyed during ski trips to Pennsylvania, and Nicole gets nostalgic about her aunt and uncle’s cabin in Mammoth Lakes. When they found Tahoe Donner, it felt like they were coming home.

EXPLORING TAHOE DONNER WITH HER TRIBE “The amenity offerings played a huge role in our decision to purchase a home here.

We are still learning about everything Tahoe Donner has to offer.” Nicole’s family has grown since they first purchased their Tahoe Donner home – they are parents to two young children, ages three and six. “While we bought the house thinking about the future and retirement, we love all the amazing programs and activities for the kids.” The family spends most of their time at Trout Creek Recreation Center; Nicole and Frank love socializing with the community on hot summer days while the kids splash and play in the recreation pool.

“We love taking the kids to Beach Club Marina and kayaking and paddle boarding along Donner Lake,” Nicole said. When the two of them need a workout, they make their way to the tennis center where they enjoy engaging in friendly competition. The Trout Creek Trail that runs from Northwoods Blvd. to downtown Truckee is a favorite, as is the entire Tahoe Donner Trail System, which is accessible from their backdoor.

In the winter they frequent both the cross country ski area and the downhill ski resort.

They especially love the downhill resort for the kids with its uncrowded atmosphere and slopes that are forgiving and easy on the children. But the family’s favorite Tahoe Donner event is the one that brings everyone together – The Fall Festival.

“We love The Fall Festival, it’s so family oriented and we really enjoy gathering with the rest of the community,” Nicole reflects. “The best is meeting the people who work here and visit here and getting to know other families we wouldn’t have had a chance to meet otherwise. I am inspired by the people I get to meet and network with, learning about others’ products and companies.

It’s been a beautiful event, every time.”

GIRLS CALL THE SHOTS

TRY IT WITH YOUR TRIBE

The social atmosphere that the Emanuels provide in their Tahoe Donner home is often accompanied by their infused tequila, 21 Seeds. The inspiration for infusing tequila started with Nicole’s sister Kat after her doctor told her to stop drinking beer and wine.

Sipping common distilled spirits wasn’t cutting it; everything she tried seemed too harsh and she couldn’t find anything that was appealing to the female taste. She liked tequila but making fancy drinks with it only added to the calorie count. So she began experimenting with tequila infusions with fresh fruits, cucumbers and jalapeño. It became a hit among her friends who would enjoy it during fun gatherings filled with lively conversation and spirited laughter.

The 21 Seeds collection consists of three refreshing infusions: Grapefruit Hibiscus, Valencia Orange, and Cucumber Jalapeño.

Each flavor is smooth and easy to drink.

As her tribe began requesting more and more bottles for their own liquor cabinets, she saw an opportunity and called Nicole and their friend Sarika. The three journeyed to Mexico where they found a partner distillery that was willing to let them purchase and build the equipment necessary to infuse their tequila, which wasn’t being done yet. They found the perfect match in the female-owned distillery that employs mostly women and happens to be the most awarded tequila distillery in Mexico.

“It’s so incredible to be able to share with our friends and family at local favorite places, like The Lodge, and see our tequila on the menu and behind the bar. It makes me extremely happy and proud,” Nicole said. The Lodge Restaurant & Pub uses 21 Seeds Grapefruit-Hibiscus Tequila in their popular Paloma that comes with grapefruit juice, soda and lime. If you haven’t tried the Grapefruit-Hibiscus Paloma, it’s a refreshing and very drinkable cocktail that’s smooth and not too sweet. Try it with one of their rotating fresh seafood dishes.

You can purchase 21 Seeds bottles in any California Bevmo, at Total Wines, and at Zander’s, on Donner Pass Road in Truckee.

Plumpjack at Squaw Valley is using it in snowcones and it’s available at Moody’s Bistro Bar & Beats.

RECIPES The best thing about the infused tequila is that you don’t have to add a lot of extra ingredients to smooth it out; the infusion takes out the tequila bite. All these recipes are only 100 calories!

SEED AND SODA 2 parts club soda 1 part 21 Seeds Tequila Splash of your favorite juice Serve on ice, in a wine glass with a slice of orange.

CIDER HOUSE RULES 2 oz 21 Seeds Valencia Orange Tequila 2 oz apple cider 1/4 oz of fresh-squeezed orange juice 1/4 oz of fresh-squeezed lemon juice 1/4 oz of simple syrup Serve on ice. Add a dried orange dipped in dark chocolate for extra decadence.

JALISCO MULE 1.5 oz 21 Seeds Cucumber Jalapeño Tequila 1/4 oz fresh lime juice 1/4 oz simple syrup 1 tsp fresh ginger 1 1/2 oz club soda Place ginger and tequila into shaker and let sit for a minute. Add lime, simple syrup and ice. Shake 30 seconds then pour club soda into shaker. Strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime and/or cucumber slice.

AUSSIE NATE FRYIRS SERVES UP 21 SEEDS AT THE LODGE RESTAURANT & PUB

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HOMEOWNERS

INSURANCE Tahoe Donner management and Board of Directors hear our members and their concerns about securing affordable fire insurance in the midst of carrier rate increases, especially in the aftermath of the Camp Fire, the deadliest and most destructive in California’s history. Learn what governing bodies at the macro and micro level are doing to mitigate the struggle between insurance companies and homeowners.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE STATE LEVEL

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE COMMUNITY LEVEL

Counties and cities are working together to put pressure on state officials. Their lobbying efforts include providing suggestions on what the insurance industry can do to recover their losses while maintaining reasonable options for homeowners.

Advocates are pressuring the industry to review risk by utilizing validated local data in addition to hypothetical models. The insurance industry still has to offer options, however there should be a middle ground. In the midst of global climate change and extreme weather conditions on the east and west coasts, advocacy groups are devising concepts to adjust the way insurance companies offer coverage. Recognizing the efforts of fire safety and prevention by homeowners and entities like Tahoe Donner is a first step.

Since the 2007 Angora Fire in South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Donner has worked intensely on fire hazard mitigation and forest health by creating fire breaks and plantations and maintaining Tahoe Donner property for defensible space.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE REGIONAL LEVEL Tahoe Donner is part of a regional collaborative of land partners which includes the US Forest Service, the Truckee Donner Land Trust, the National Forest Foundation and more. Currently, the focus is on long-term project planning and securing funding. The unified group is planning a collective 500,000+ acres of projects to create healthy fires and address fire safety.

Informative Presentation:

Insurance Coverage + Wildfire Readiness Community leaders in real estate, insurance and emergency response are inviting all homeowners and future homeowners to attend this compelling presentation about how to protect your most valuable asset—your home—in this high-risk fire area.

We want you to be ready and supported!

DATE: October 25, 2019 TIME: 5:30-7PM LOCATION: Alder Room at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub

HIGHLIGHTS:

• 2019 Forestry Department budget (Operational + Capital Charge): $1.4 million • 58% of the 2019 Forestry Department budget will be spent on common area fire-hazard mitigation and fuel break and plantation management.

• 1,214 acres are managed fuel breaks and plantations. An average of 75 acres receive maintenance treatments annually.

• 1,341 total acres of Tahoe Donner Common Area.

• Tahoe Donner Common Area defensible space treatment is on a six-year rotation (133.5 acres per year).

• 801 common area acres managed for fire hazard mitigation.

• 540 common area acres are amenities, meadows and areas converted to fuel breaks and plantations.

The Tahoe Donner Board of Directors has prioritized fire safety for the community, including a $150,000 increase to the Forestry Department budget every year for the last three years.

Further funding increases are anticipated for the 2020 budget.

Truckee Fire Protection District completed the Community Wildfire Protection Plan which documents the fire risks and predictors (fire types, rate of spread, flame lengths, etc.) along with community preventative measures. This includes all the work Tahoe Donner has done with fuel breaks, plantations, common area defensible space and the homeowner defensible space program. The result is predictors, such as flame lengths, were reduced. This plan was co-created with CalFire and accepted by the state. An update was completed this year to wrap in all the projects completed since 2016 in the region.

FIRE SAFETY RESOURCES For the last two years, Tahoe Donner has amplified the homeowner resource bag. Wildfire and emergency preparedness resources are available online at tahoedonner.com/preparedness.

• The Tahoe Donner Evacuation and Emergency Preparedness Guide.

• Reducing Wildfire Threat brochure.

• Adopted new and updated minimum fire-safety standards.

WHAT HOMEOWNERS CAN DO Here are some actions that homeowners can take in accordance with fire safety efforts: • Make defensible space an annual priority. Remember that annual defensible space work isn’t just about clearing pine cones and needles. It includes the limbing of dead branches and cutting back brush. Brush grows at 18” per year. If you don’t perform your defensible space maintenance annually, the brush growth removal will be significant when your property is up for inspection in the homeowner defensible space program. If property owners did defensible space work on their properties annually, it would entail much less work.

• If your property is up for inspection, and you get a letter stating non-compliance, don’t wait to contact a contractor. Get on their schedule immediately to avoid delays. We encourage you to make it a priority for the safety of your home and the greater community. There are many contractors available that are experts in Tahoe Donner defensible space regulations.

• Write letters to your legislative representatives urging them to take action to enhance state regulations on insuring and allow use of local fire hazard analysis data.

• Take photos of your defensible space and share them, along with the Reducing Wildfire Threat brochure available at tahoedonner.com/preparedness, with your insurance brokers.

• Report issues and concerns to forestry@tahoedonner.com.

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Properties in the inspection cycle per year.

Compliant by the end of the inspection year, with remaining properties compliant the following year.

JANUARY-AUGUST 2019:

2,347

Properties chipped.

1,034

Tons of chipping and green waste removed in the chipping program.

1,455

Dead trees removed from Tahoe Donner common areas.

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ANNUAL REQUEST FOR HOMEOWNER CONTACT INFORMATION

CIVIL CODE SECTION §4041 REQUIRES ALL TAHOE DONNER HOMEOWNERS PROVIDE CURRENT CONTACT INFORMATION TO THE ASSOCIATION ANNUALLY. THIS ENSURES CRITICAL INFORMATION CAN REACH HOMEOWNERS.

California Civil Code §4041

(b) The association shall solicit these annual notices of each owner and, at least 30 days prior to making its own required disclosure under Section 5300, shall enter the data into its books and records.

(a) An owner of a separate interest shall, on an annual basis, provide written notice to the association of all of the following: (1) The address or addresses to which notices from the association are to be delivered.

(2) An alternate or secondary address to which notices from the association are to be delivered.

(3) The name and address of the owner's legal representative, if any, including any person with power of attorney or other person who can be contacted in the event of the owner's extended absence from the separate interest.

(c) If an owner fails to provide the notices set forth in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (a), the last address provided in writing by the owner or, if none, the property address shall be deemed to be the address to which notices are to be delivered.

(Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 278. Sec. 1. (AB 1412) Effective January 1, 2018)

(4) Whether the separate interest is owner-occupied, is rented out, if the parcel is developed but vacant, or if the parcel is undeveloped land.

PLEASE PROVIDE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION BELOW AND MAIL TO THE ASSOCIATION AT 11509 NORTHWOODS BLVD., TRUCKEE, CA 96161 OR COMPLETE THIS INFORMATION ONLINE AT TAHOEDONNER.COM/CONTACT-UPDATE. OWNER NAME TAHOE DONNER STREET ADDRESS

UNIT/LOT

ADDRESS TO WHICH NOTICES FROM THE ASSOCIATION ARE TO BE DELIVERED: STREET ADDRESS

CITY

STATE

ZIP

STATE

ZIP

ALTERNATE OR SECONDARY ADDRESS TO WHICH NOTICES FROM THE ASSOCIATION ARE TO BE DELIVERED: STREET ADDRESS

CITY

THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF HIS OR HER LEGAL REPRESENTATIVE, IF ANY, INCLUDING ANY PERSON WITH POWER OF ATTORNEY OR OTHER PERSON WHO CAN BE CONTACTED IN THE EVENT OF THE OWNER’S EXTENDED ABSENCE FROM THE SEPARATE INTEREST: STREET ADDRESS

THE SEPARATE INTEREST IS

CITY

OWNER-OCCUPIED

RENTED OUT

STATE

THE PARCEL IS DEVELOPED BUT VACANT

ZIP

THE PARCEL IS UNDEVELOPED LAND

PRIMARY CONTACT INFORMATION EMAIL FOR KEY ASSOCIATION UPDATES

PRIMARY PHONE NUMBER

ADDITIONAL OWNER EMAIL

PREFERRED METHOD OF COMMUNICATION

EMAIL

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WEBSITE

PHONE CALL

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THE

BUZZ EVENTS. DINING. UPDATES. BEACH CLUB MARINA

CROSS COUNTRY SKI CENTER

HOURS

DISCOUNTED SEASON PASSES ON SALE NOW

Daily from 8AM-7PM through Oct. 6 (closing day).

KAYAK/SUP STORAGE

All stored vessels must be removed

by Oct. 6.

Purchase early for the best rates! Plus, sprinkle in some alpine skiing this year with passholder perks that include four days of skiing at Diamond Peak Ski Resort and two days of skiing at Homewood Mountain Resort. Passholders also receive discounts on food and retail.*

XC TRAILWORK DAYS OCTOBER 5, 13 + 27

Our trails crew would love some help tossing rocks off the trails so we can start skiing as early as possible! If you can’t make these dates, please feel free to toss a rock or two from the ski trails whenever you go out hiking.

DOCKS

Time: 10AM-1PM Sign-up: Email xc@tahoedonner.com

Docks have been removed due to a decrease in water levels.

PRE-SEASON CONDITIONING SATURDAYS | OCT. 12-NOV. 16

RENTALS

Kayaks, SUPs, pedal boats and other rentals are available from 8AM-5PM daily through Oct. 6.

BOAT LAUNCH

Water levels are decreasing and may impact accessibility of boat launch.

EQUESTRIAN

COURT LEVE

The Equestrian Center is closed for the year as of Sept. 30. Thanks for an amazing season and we’ll see you again in 2020!

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Set your children up for an exciting winter. XC programs for kids ages 5-13, include Junior Racers and Junior Biathlon. Programs do sell out! Learn more at tahoedonner.com/childrens-programs.

WORK AT XC THIS WINTER

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, snow removal, custodial, parking and rental departments. To find out more, email xc@tahoedonner.com.

Benefits include working with a great team of people, free skiing, food discounts and access to Trout Creek Recreation Center.

Be ready when the snow flies! Join us for our “dryland” sessions to tune-up your technique and enhance your ski fitness.

Skiers of all abilities and fitness levels are welcome to join the fun and meet fellow XC enthusiasts.

Time: 8-10:15AM Sign-up: See tahoedonner.com/xc

LEARN TO TEACH XC SKIING DECEMBER 1 + 8 Attend our free clinics to see if teaching XC skiing is for you. Sunday, Dec. 1 focuses on the fundamentals of XC skiing and classic technique, while Sunday, Dec. 8 focuses on skate skiing.

Preregistration is required.

Time: 1-4PM Sign-up: Email xc@tahoedonner.com *Restrictions apply. See full details on perks and reciprocal passes at tahoedonner.com

DOWNHILL SKI RESORT

AQUATICS

TROUT CREEK REC CENTER

SEASON PASSES ON SALE

HOURS

HOURS

Recreation Pool | Closed for season

PERSONAL TRAINING

2019/20 Season Passes are on sale, with special discounted fall rates! Purchase yours now before prices increase.

NEW PERKS

Select season passholders now get four days of skiing at Diamond Peak and two days at Homewood, in addition to other valuable specials like discounts on food and retail. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/downhill.*

KIDS PROGRAMS

Our winter programs cater to skiers and snowboarders ages 3-13. TD Tykes programs teach younger kids to ski or ride, while Sunday Speedsters ups the intensity for more experienced child athletes. For kids ages 7-13 we offer recreational and competitive race teams. Find out more and sign up for all programs at tahoedonner.com/downhill.

TENNIS CENTER

Lap Pool + Hot Tubs | Daily 6AM-10PM Northwoods Pool | Closed for season

GOLF HOURS

Daily from 8AM-6PM through Oct. 20 (conditions permitting). Book a tee time at tahoedonner.com/golf.

FALL GOLF RATES

No crowds and low rates make fall the best time for golf. Enjoy special fall pricing through the end of the season. Member pricing starts at just $55 for prime-time golf. For discounted rates see tahoedonner.com/golf.

END OF SEASON SALE

Visit the Pro Shop for big savings on clothing, shoes, clubs, bags and more through the end of the season.

Daily from 6AM-10PM Whether your goal is to lose weight, get healthy, build muscle or increase endurance, our personal trainers have years of experience and will build a program tailored to your specific fitness goals. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/personal-training.

RENOVATIONS

Construction for Trout Creek is on schedule and going smoothly. In this last phase, we are heading indoors and moving fitness classes. Please note the following changes: • Effective October 7, all fitness classes will be relocated to the large and sunny club room at Alder Creek Adventure Center.

• Effective October 8, limited gym equipment will be available in the fitness classroom at Trout Creek Recreation Center.

HOURS

Through Oct. 6 (conditions permitting) 7:30AM-Dusk

• During this time, some classes may be canceled or moved to a different time slot. For the most up-to-date schedule please visit our website at tahoedonner.com/fitness.

Oct. 7-Oct. 29 (conditions permitting) Courts + restrooms only | 7:30AM-dusk

Learn more: tahoedonner.com/troutrenovation

Oct. 30 (conditions permitting) Courts unstaffed | Access code needed

BIKEWORKS

SPECIAL FALL EVENTS OCTOBER 17 + 18

Hosting the Northern Nevada High School Team Semifinals + Finals

OCTOBER 25 + 26

Hosting the Northern Nevada High School Individual Tournament

All prices subject to change.

DRIVING RANGE

Open daily through Oct. 20 (conditions permitting). Closes 30 minutes early on Tuesdays and opens at 9AM on Wednesdays due to maintenance.

HOURS

Fri.-Sun. from 9AM-6PM through Oct. 13 (conditions permitting)

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BUZZ: CLUBS EQUESTRIAN CLUB Equestrian Club members lend talent to Wild West Fest Fun. And many thanks to Nan Meek for narrating all the arena events again this year.

Bella rides in the staff arena event

Sunshine the palomino shows Karen her tricks

Horseshoe decorating

TD 9-HOLERS CLUB

4 WHEELERS CLUB

August brought our season finale—a tournament of three rounds played over three weeks. We had some truly spectacular mountain summer weather for our contest! Tournament flight winners were Jan Makin, Renee Grosdidier, Carri Wik and Pam Brown for flights 1-4, respectively. Molly Stuart, who won our Most Improved Player award, smacked the longest drive two out of the three weeks, and Renee Grosdidier picked up the third.

Closest-to-the-pin winners were Jan Makin, Kanako Schuldt and Diana DeGroff.

We had a great ride up Signal Peak to check out the abandoned Central Pacific Railroad Fire Lookout and enjoy the panoramic views. The lookout was used until 1934 to watch for fires in the snow sheds. There are several routes up including a difficult way that leaves from Indian Spring OHV staging area at Eagle Lake Road. This very rocky route has several obstacles. Our convoy made it up safely.

A less challenging route via Forest Service Road 85 leaves from Cisco Grove and is suitable for SUVs and is definitely worth the drive. Just be sure to come back down the same way as the OHV route looks very tame until you’re fully committed.

This was a loop trip that had us returning via the Cisco route.

Season winners for low adjusted gross score were Kanako Schuldt (1st), Jan Makin (2nd) and Shellie Poplin (3rd). Our friendly group of players also celebrated the season’s many birdies, chip-ins and pars. A big congratulations goes out to our 2019 9-holer Club Champion, Jan Makin, who had the lowest average gross score for season and tournament play combined.

We capped off our tournament with a really fun banquet, which boasted an aloha theme and featured the first public performance of our very own band—several club members who treated us to golf-themed songs and ukulele strumming. Well done band; when is your next gig?

September also featured awesome stargazing at Sardine Fir Lookout where we viewed Saturn’s rings and Jupiter’s moons. We held our fifth annual Sierra Trails and Ales Event and enjoyed a delicious catered BBQ dinner by the Tahoe Donner catering team – yum! Lithia Jeep had new Jeeps on display and Four Wheel Parts brought an OHV and provided items for the raffle. We thank them for supporting our club!

Although the official season is over, the club will continue to play golf as conditions permit. For more information, contact club President Judi Roberts at judi@greenroberts.com.

In October we’re heading up Pole Creek OHV Trail to hike Tinker’s Knob and engage in fire safety maintenance in Euer Valley. Come join us!

See td4wheelers.org for details.

SENIOR ALPINE SKI CLUB

COURT LEVE

Over 100 “new” horseshoes!

We had a wonderful ski-club kayak on Lake Tahoe in August with blue skies, very little wind and 15 kayakers. That same day we enjoyed our members’ summer BBQ and potluck at the Alder Creek Adventure Center with close to 50 members attending and catching up with old friends. Peggy Headley, our new social director, did a fabulous job of orchestrating this event. We thank our members for helping with setup, grilling and clean-up at the end of our dinner.

Fall events included a pickleball/tennis party at TD Tennis Center in September, followed by a pizza party. Tennis Center Director, Ian Mindell, graciously arranged

Lisha paints fancy faces

to let our club enjoy this fun afternoon of racquet sports.

Our fall harvest potluck party is in November at the Alder Creek Adventure Center. This is when we get enthused about the ski season and provide more info about our club’s winter activities, including club ski days and possible ski trips to Mammoth, Utah and Heavenly.

Visit our website at tdski.com for club info and details about upcoming events.

Contact us or click on the tab to join our club or get more info. We always welcome enthusiastic new members who enjoy downhill skiing.

QUILT CLUB

HIKING CLUB

The TD Quilt Club is making pillows again for the Gene Upshaw Memorial Tahoe Forest Cancer Center. At our September meeting we had 12 ladies with 6 sewing machines and we made 117 pillows in two hours.

Great job ladies!

Members of the Tahoe Donner Hiking Club saw a lot of the woods in August.

Early in the month, 12 hearty hikers covered approximately 45 miles in Oregon while completing the Three Sisters Loop. The views were spectacular, the lakes were warm enough to swim in and the weather was fantastic. Unfortunately, the mosquitos were still active.

Then, after two day-hikes totaling another 25 miles (much of it across lava) two hikers began another five-day backpacking trip from Santiam Pass to Olallie Meadows, mostly on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). A recommended alternate route turned into quite an adventure on day two when the trail seemed to disappear. On day three, one of the hikers sprained her ankle and was unable to finish. Another disappointment was the myriad burned forests we encountered in the Oregon wilderness. It made us realize how fortunate we’ve been in the Sierra. Mt. Jefferson, however, lived up to its reputation and was nothing if not majestic!

WOMEN'S 18-HOLE GOLF CLUB The 2019 Tahoe Donner Women’s Golf Club Championship results are in! We would like to congratulate all the winners and all the participants in this year’s Club Championship.

Barbara Reamer got Low Net over the field, Lydia Stang got 1st place low net, Bettee Palmer got 2nd place and Margot Fulmer got Most Improved.

Congratulations to all!!

In September we enjoyed our Annual Golf Outing with the Tahoe Donner Women’s 9-hole group, followed by lunch at Alder Creek Cafe at the Alder Creek Adventure Center.

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Late August saw 11 hikers start at Sonora Pass and head south on the PCT. We ended up taking three different routes, one planned and two alternatives (in an effort to avoid mosquitos). The route that entered Yosemite offered mostly level trails along beautiful flowing creeks, as well as steep, rocky climbs and descents.

Everyone had a great time.

Anyone interested in joining the Tahoe Donner Hiking Club can download an application from our website, tdhikers.com, and send it in with a lifetime membership fee of $25. The philosophy of the club is to “hike your own pace” so we cater to fitness buffs who like to hike fast and log miles, as well as those who like to identify wildflowers, take pictures and proceed at a more leisurely pace.

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Located at Alder Creek Adventure Center, Alder Creek Cafe and Trailside Bar offer a casual dining atmosphere, outdoor seating, grab-and-go food options and a fresh, seasonal menu with plenty of healthy options.

*All offers listed are valid during non-holiday periods and are not valid with any other promotions or coupons. Offers subject to change.

OCTOBER HOURS

Sunday-Friday | 11:30AM-2:30PM Saturday | 11:30AM-4PM

GRAB-AND-GO + TRAILSIDE BAR

Sunday-Friday | 11:30AM-2:30PM Saturday | 11:30AM-5PM

EDI-BŌL DINNER SERIES THURSDAYS | 5-8PM

Each week, Chef David Smith will prepare a different bowl of mixed seasonal ingredients. Additional limited menu available. The Trailside Bar will be open for beer and wine.

October 3 | Roasted Butternut Squash Tostada Bowl October 10 | Ahi Poke Bowl October 17 | Chicken + Waffles Bowl October 24 | Fall Pho Bowl

CLOSING FOR CLEANING + MAINTENANCE

Alder Creek Cafe will be closed October 28-November 3 for regular cleaning and maintenance. We will reopen on November 4. The Lodge will be open for dining during this time.

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DINNER HOURS Daily | 5-9PM

PUB HAPPY HOUR

Daily | 5-6PM Enjoy drink specials and 25% off pub fare, soups, salads and appetizers in The Lodge Pub.

SCHNITZEL SUNDAYS

Celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest every Sunday with Chef Lew’s Chicken Schnitzel and Warm German Potato Salad. Pair with an Oktoberfestinspired beer or a glass of Dr. Loosen Riesling. Come early, as we often sell out.

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL

Cheer on your favorite team in The Pub with $5 draft beers and $9 nachos, available during the game.

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NO CORKAGE TUESDAYS

Bring in a special bottle of wine from home and we’ll waive the corkage fee on Tuesdays.

WILD WEDNESDAYS

Wednesday | 5-9PM Enjoy Happy Hour food and drink pricing all night long throughout the entire restaurant on Wednesday evenings.

FREE BEER TASTING FRIDAY, OCT. 25 | 5-6:30PM Sample VooDoo Ranger IPA from New Belgium Brewing in The Pub, then stick around for drink specials.

CLOSING FOR CLEANING + MAINTENANCE The Lodge will be closed November 4-16 for regular cleaning and maintenance. We will reopen on November 17. Alder Creek Cafe will be open for dining during this time.

Pizza on the Hill is closed for the season.

Please enjoy one of our other restaurants.

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SMALL TIME COMMITMENT

HUGE REWARD

THE TAHOE DONNER GIVING FUND WOULD LIKE TO ADD MORE MEMBERS TO DIVERSIFY OUR SKILLS AND TALENTS BENEFITS OF INVOLVEMENT

OPPORTUNITIES FOR INVOLVEMENT

MAKE new friends within the

HELP select scholarship recipients

Tahoe Donner community

LEARN more about the many North

Tahoe non-profit organizations which support our neighbors and protect the environment

FEEL a real sense of accomplishment

when you meet our scholars and hear their stories

2014-PRESENT GIVING FUND IMPACT

$269,250

GIVEN IN SCHOLARSHIPS

ASSIST in organizing the annual fundraising dinner

$135,090

CONTRIBUTE in the selection of

GIVEN IN GRANTS

local grant recipients

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SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED

KNOW that you have made a

difference in the lives of Truckee families

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GRANTS AWARDED

HAVE FUN!

ALL ARE WELCOME! WE MEET ONCE PER MONTH FOR TWO HOURS. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT US AT TAHOEDONNERCARES@GMAIL.COM.

COMMUNICATION PREFERENCES SURVEY

Tell us how you would like to receive communications and what you value the most.

Watch your inbox for a Tahoe Donner Communication Preferences survey in October.

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FEATURE

BEST OF TAHOE DONNER

AUTUMN CELEBRATIONS

By TIFFANY CONNOLLY

There is so much to celebrate when fall arrives: the colorful earthy transition, cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, warm fires, hot ciders, and the general slowing down of day-to-day life after an action-packed summer.

But this seasonal calm doesn’t mark the end of adventure in Tahoe Donner. Keep exploring this season, with some of our favorite fall events.

CELEBRATE COMMUNITY One of the best things about Tahoe Donner is our small community. The Fall Festival is a favorite event for catching up with old friends, making new connections and gathering with the entire family.

With live music, pony rides, fun performances, a costume contest, carnival area, crafts, a pumpkin patch and Oktoberfest-inspired beer and food, celebrating the harvest has never been more fun.

Join us at the 10th Annual Fall Festival at Northwoods Clubhouse on October 12 from 11AM-4PM and celebrate your local community. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/fall-festival.

CELEBRATE OUR TRAILS’ TRANSITION Before we know it, Tahoe Donner’s trails will be covered in white, paving the way for Nordic exploration. Join fellow cross country enthusiasts in tossing rocks off the trails at Alder Creek Adventure Center at a XC Trailwork Day from 10AM-1PM October 5, 13 or 27.

Can’t wait for winter? Tune up your technique and ski fitness with a pre-season conditioning group on Saturday mornings from 8-10:15AM October 12November 16. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/xc.

CELEBRATE THE HIGH SIERRA CELEBRATE OKTOBER Break out your lederhosen and dirndls, Schnitzel Sundays are back at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub! Chef Lew Orlady will be showcasing his famous Chicken Schnitzel and Warm German Potato Salad that pairs perfectly with an Oktoberfest-inspired beer or a glass of Dr. Loosen German Riesling. Available every Sunday evening in October from 5-9PM. Get there early, they do sell out. Prost!

If you’ve never experienced the humble act of planting a tree, consider registering for Truckee River Day, happening on October 20. Tahoe Donner volunteers have the opportunity to plant saplings, a perfect activity for kids, in select areas of the neighborhood.

Make your way to The River Fair and view the release of the Lahontan Cutthroat Trout. Registration is required.

Find out more and register online at truckeeriverwc.org.

CELEBRATE BIG WINS CELEBRATE NATURE’S CONFETTI Autumn’s brilliance is best experienced under a canopy of deep golds, purples and oranges as the leaves shed their thick summer foliage. Tahoe Donner is an ideal setting for viewing the seasonal shift as your backyard is home to an expansive Aspen Grove near “Whoop It Up” trail. For a magnificent display of the splendor of our Sierra surroundings, head up to Alder Creek Adventure Center and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the changing forest.

CELEBRATE COOL, CRISP AIR Breath in the fresh, clean air at the Tahoe Donner Golf Course. Getting on the greens is good for the mind and body, and reduced fall rates make golf good for your pocket book as well. Member rates start at just $55 for 18-holes and $20 for last light. Don’t forget to visit the Pro Shop for the annual end-of-year sale.

The golf course is open daily from 8AM-6PM through October 20 (conditions permitting). Book a tee time by calling (530) 587-9443.

Does football season mark the beginning of fall or does fall mark the beginning of football season? Either way, it’s the time of year to dig out your favorite jersey, gather your crew and hang out with Truckee’s favorite bartender at The Lodge Pub. Enjoy $5 select draft beer and $9 nachos, available Mondays for the duration of the Monday Night Football Game.

CELEBRATE NEW ADVENTURES Ready to try something new or boost your skiing or snowboarding to the next level? Gentle slopes, no lift lines and no traffic makes Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort the best place to learn. Plus, our ski passes are affordable for the entire family and come with no blackout dates, four days of skiing at Diamond Peak and two days at Homewood.* Buy them now before fall rates go up. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/skiseasonpasses. *Restrictions apply.

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COVENANTS REMINDERS Do your part to maintain a peaceful and enjoyable neighborhood by being aware of these rules.

TRASH

RESPECT QUIET HOURS

PARKING VEHICLES

NO HUNTING

Lock it up in your bear-proof container, never your neighbors’ or dumped anywhere in Tahoe Donner.

Parking off-pavement, on another person’s property/driveway or on access easements is prohibited.

Note: Town of Truckee winter parking ordinance prohibits overnight parking on streets Nov. 1 to April 30.

Loud music, barking dogs and late-night partying are prohibited from 10PM-7AM.

Hunting, including with primitive arms or archery equipment, and trapping, are prohibited on any common area or other association-owned property.

NO SMOKING

LEASH UP

owned property, including facilities, parking lots and open space.

facilities and must be within voice control on Truckee streets.

Smoking is prohibited on association-

Pets must be on leash at association

VEGETATION REMOVAL

LIGHTS OUT

Enjoy the mountain stars and minimize light pollution by turning off outdoor lighting after 10PM.

Do not remove, cut or limb any tree greater than 4 inches in diameter (when measured 3 feet above the ground) without first obtaining a permit from the TDA Forestry Department.

COMMUNITY SAFETY REMINDERS FIRE BAN

The Truckee Fire Protection District has implemented an ordinance to ban backyard type campfires and charcoal BBQs during fire season (effective through November 2019).

Violation of this ordinance is also a Tahoe Donner violation with fines associated.

HOW TO MAKE A COVENANTS COMPLAINT 1 Call (530) 414-8166. Phone is staffed

from 8AM-5PM with an after hours answering service from 5PM-8AM. 2 Email compliance@tahoedonner.com.

3 Visit onestop.tahoedonner.com.

WHAT INFORMATION TO PROVIDE When making a complaint, be prepared to provide: • Your name, address and email.

• Address of property being complained about.

• Nature of complaint with times occurring.

• Evidence: photos, video, etc.

• How this behavior is affecting you.

• What actions have been taken (e.g. called police).

SLOW DOWN

The speed limit is predominantly 25MPH within Tahoe Donner. Wildlife, accidents, dogs and children could require sudden stops.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT Tahoe Donner will make every effort to contact the owner of the property being complained about, share details about the complaint and request voluntary compliance. We will: • Call the primary phone number on file and speak to the owner or leave a message.

• If no answer, call additional phone numbers on file to speak with or leave a message for owner or designated contact.

• Email the owner via any email on file.

• Send follow-up email to the complainant confirming attempts to contact owner.

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THE BOARD, FINANCE COMMITTEE AND MANAGEMENT ARE INVOLVED THROUGHOUT ENTIRE PROCESS OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS

SEPTEMBER

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BUDGET TIMELINE

DETAIL MEETINGS + REVIEWS Operating Fund Capital Funds

Federal and state regulatory cost pressures (California minimum wage increases $1/8% from $12 to $13, effective 1/1/2020)

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BUDGET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING KEY DELIVERABLES: • Annual Assessment requirement

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FIRE SAFETY PROPERTY INSPECTIONS TO TAKE PLACE WITHIN ALL OF UNIT 1 AND PORTIONS OF UNITS 4 + 5 DURING FALL 2019 ! ! !

The Forestry department reminds members located on Baden Road, Bern Way, Bernese Lane, Bolzano Way, Christie Lane, Davos Drive, Heidi Way, Innsbruck Avenue, Northwoods Boulevard, Skislope Way, Swiss Lane, Weisshorn Avenue and Zermatt Drive that they will have defensible space inspections this fall.

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firewood which may remain only if covered with a tarp • Nuisance firewood must be managed Within 100 feet of structures and property lines: • All dry, flammable vegetation and woody debris between ½-inch and 12 inches in diameter removed (not pine needles) • For trees greater than 12 feet in height – all branches removed 6 feet from the ground • For trees smaller than 12 feet in height – remove the lower branches for half the height of the tree • All dead and beetle infested trees removed • Brush: no brush within 10 feet of the structure From 11-30 ft. from the structure, brush must be in clumps no greater than 5 feet in diameter, with a minimum separation of 20 feet between them From 31-100 feet from the structure or the lot line, whichever comes first, brush must be in clumps no greater than 10 feet in diameter with 15 feet of separation between them There can be no brush under trees or within 10 feet of the drip line (widest ring of branches) • Excessively dense tree cover thinned (generally trees under 10 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.

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All of the following apply for the entire lot: • For trees greater than 12 feet in height – all branches removed 6 feet from the ground • For trees smaller than 12 feet in height – remove the 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 ½-inch and 12 inches in diameter removed (not pine needles) • Brush: From 31-100 feet or the lot line, whichever comes first, brush must be in clumps no greater than 10 feet diameter with 15 feet of separation between them There can be no brush under trees or within 10 feet of the drip line (widest ring of branches) • Firewood is not allowed to be stored on vacant lots Remember: The C&Rs require that each lot be maintained on a yearly basis 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.

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Members in the inspection area were sent a notification letter in the mail stating that their property will be inspected for the 2020 program.

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BRIEFS TDPUD ALERT: PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES AND EMERGENCIES NV ENERGY TO CUT POWER TO TRUCKEE DURING EXTREME FIRE DANGER Truckee Donner Public Utility District (TDPUD) is urging customers to be prepared for prolonged power outages and emergency situations in the event that NV Energy cuts power to Truckee due to extreme fire danger.

Details on NV Energy’s PSOM program can be found at nvenergy.com/safety/psom.

TDPUD wants everyone to be prepared for wildfire season and has information and links to resources at tdpud.org/wildfire-safety.

They are also asking customers to confirm their contact information and sign up for automated alerts via text or email at tdpud.org and by clicking on “My Account.”

INSURANCE + WILDFIRE PRESENTATION

vegetation on the forest floor and burning piles of stacked woody material.

The goals of these projects are to reduce the severity of future wildfires, provide added protection for communities in the wildland urban interface, and reestablish natural ecosystems using fire. For more information and a list of prescribed fire projects currently planned for this fall/winter visit fs.usda.gov/tahoe.

PLANT TREES IN TAHOE DONNER Truckee River Day is on October 20 and volunteers have the opportunity to register to plant saplings right here in Tahoe Donner!

This is a perfect activity for the entire family.

Give back and watch your efforts thrive in the years to come. Truckee River Day is a community event that helps protect and restore the Truckee River watershed. Don’t miss the River Fair and release of the Lahontan Trout at Granite Flat Campground. Learn more and register at truckeeriverwc.org.

PEAK PERFORMERS

Community leaders in real estate, insurance and emergency response are inviting homeowners to attend this informative presentation regarding the state of insurance in Tahoe, Truckee, and other high-risk fire areas and how to keep your home safe before and after a potential fire. October 25 from 5:30-7PM at The Lodge. See more at tahoedonner.com/insurance-wildfire-presentation.

FALL PRESCRIBED FIRE OPERATIONS TO BEGIN The Truckee and Sierraville Ranger Districts in the Tahoe National Forest will conduct prescribed fires this fall/winter, as conditions permit, to reduce build-up of hazardous fuels and to continue restoring forest ecosystems. Planned projects include low to moderate intensity understory burns of

was in her camp group – 18 children a week.

Not only did the children enjoy reading her letters, but the parents loved reading the encouraging words. The children love having her as a camp leader, she was one of the employees that received the most positive feedback from parents. Bella has the best work ethic and attitude, we love having her on our team.

BELLA SLOANE DAY CAMPS Bella has worked for Tahoe Donner Day Camps and other departments since 2016.

She is dedicated to her job and to Tahoe Donner. Bella is a natural leader; she is very organized and extremely helpful with other camp groups. One of the many examples of Bella’s amazing work for Tahoe Donner this summer, was when she took the time to write heartwarming letters to each child that

NATHANAEL CHRISTENSEN RECREATION Nate came into his position as Recreation Supervisor after working for Tahoe Donner in multiple roles in both summer and winter operations. This background and education within Tahoe Donner combined with his drive to do a great job and “can do” attitude has allowed him to stand out in his first season. He is integral in running the Recreation Hut with his staff, helping organize events and managing the special event staff, covering at Trout Creek Rec Center and Bikeworks, and teaching about our solar system and beyond. We’re lucky to have Nate in operations and on the team at Tahoe Donner Association. Thanks for all of your hard work Nate!

HOMES ON THE RISE The Architectural Standards Committee reviewed the following plans in August 2019.

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VENICE, ITALY Criss and David Rojas standing in front of the Murano glass company in Italy. They were able to bring home some small souvenirs.

EDFU, EGYPT Liz and Steve Heinen, Cindy and Keith Mueller, Cindy and Rich Bernes at The Temple of Horus, which is the second largest, most beautiful and best preserved of all the Egyptian temples.

HAVANA, CUBA Katrina Rosengrant and Felipe Villena on their trip to Cuba.

THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS Brian Gauny and Denise Rebar were joined by Tim and Cathy Pellegrini and Steve and Karen Grote on an awesome sailing adventure aboard the Natural Mystic III in the British Virgin Islands.

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.

MARRAKESH, MOROCCO David and Marian Finkelstein enjoying gardens of Jardin Majorelle bought by fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakech in the 1980s.

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Steve and Sally Meyers on South Georgia Island—roughly 1900 kilometers east of Cape Horn. It is part of the British Antarctic Dependency in the southern Atlantic Ocean and features one million king penguins on a single beach.

Brennan, Janice and Bill Berg on a bike ride around Uluru Rock in central Australia.

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Rip Hunter and his brother, Dave, in front of the “Royal Enclosure (the castle Fasil Ghebbi)” in the old fortress city of Gondar, Ethiopia. The castle was built in the 1600s and was the home of many Ethiopian emperors, serving as the country’s government seat for hundreds of years.

Holly and Rick Elfman visited the Western Wall during a family trip to Israel.

Sean MacDonald and Lisa Sesnon on their trip to Cancún.

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BOARD MEETING RECAPS BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING August 24, 2019

YOUR LOCAL ELECTRICIAN

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Event Tent – 3-2 Fire Camera – 5-0 Golf Course Maintenance Tree Removal – 5-0 2020 Winter Season Pass, Programs and Group Rates – 5-0 Employee Health Insurance Coverage/Renewal – 5-0

NO ACTION • Proposed Increase in Covenant Violation Fines • Auditor Firm Ranking

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING August 30, 2019

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ACTION • Golf Course Greens Replacement – 4-0

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UPCOMING BOARD MEETINGS Thursday, October 17 – Budget Workshop Saturday, October 19 – Regular Board Meeting Saturday, November 23 – Regular Board Meeting Board meeting dates subject to change. Visit tahoedonner.com for dates.

See full minutes at tahoedonner.com/boardmeetingdocs.

Provide feedback to help improve the overall association. Submit your comments and concerns to board@tahoedonner.com.

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