Red Rock Ranch HOA Meeting Minutes November 10, 2025
Meeting held virtually via Zoom
Presiding: President Beth Lonnquist. Board Members Present: Vice President Craig Williams, Treasurer Bill Griffith, Secretary Amber Dern, ACC Chairman Scott Miller, Director Laura Quinlan, Director Kevin Guy. A quorum was present.
Lot owners in attendance: Chris Abayta, Bridget Balbierz, Book,Terre and Kevin Christensen, Janet Geise and Sally O’Brian, Mary Hoffman, Tammy and Chris Jones, Jean Kraus, John Lumen, Michelle Miller, Mark Morton, Ketch Nowacki, Shaun Reich, Robert Schulte, Joe Suckow, Joe Vigueria, David Weitz,
The meeting was called to order at approximately 7:05pm by President Beth Lonnquist.
Architectural Control Committee: The request submitted in October by Michael DeLaurel of 4835 Abo Lane for a new fence was revisited. The request is still pending. ACC Chairman Scott Miller will visit the homeowner to ascertain further details about the fence type.
A request for approval of new house paint was submitted by Brad and Becky Moulden of 3890 Sierra Vista Rd. The fee was received but approval is pending submission of a completed ACC request form.
A request for approval of a new roof was submitted by Kathy and Jeffery Baker of 18275 Pixie Park Rd. A motion for approval was made by Treasurer Bill Griffith and seconded by ACC Chairman Scott Miller. The motion was approved unanimously.
Meeting Minutes: HOA Board meeting minutes for October were presented for approval. A motion to approve the meeting minutes was made by Vice President Craig Williams and seconded by Director Miller. The motion passed unanimously.
Treasurer Report: The October Treasurer’s Report was presented by Treasurer Griffith. The beginning balance was $10,803.15. Expenses were $2,686.00 for Zoom renewal, $66.73 for Special Assessment letter printing, and $5,000.00 for Attorney fees. Deposits were $575.00 in contributions and $125.00 in ACC Fees. Bank interest for the month was $0.07. The ending balance on the account was $3,750.49. The Reserve CD was cashed out in October but continues to carry a balance of $5.00 to keep it open. Firewise contributions for 2025 carried over from 2024 are $544.27. The NFPA membership renewal fee of $225.00 was paid from the contribution funds for an ending balance of $319.27. Legal expenses to to date are $37,875.25. Insurance expenses to date are $0. A motion to approve the treasurer’s report was made by Director Laura Quinlan and seconded by Director Williams. The motion passed unanimously.
Old Business
Website: President Lonnquist expressed thanks for posting the September meeting minutes.
Firewise: Sign-ups will begin in February 2026 for chipping. Director Miller agreed to continue handling Firewise coordination.
Forest View Acres Water District: Next meeting December 3rd.
New Business
Insurance: Nationwide, the HOA’s current insurance company is no longer providing insurance in Colorado so selecting a new insurance provider is required. Secretary Amber Dern identified insurance providers and gathered quotes for board review. Director Dern received two viable quotes, one of which was presented to the Board for discussion. The second quote required further review and clarification before presentation to the Board. Discussion was had about the presented insurance quote. A decision was tabled until Director Dern could review the other quote and obtain answers to board member questions.
Lawsuit Craig Pryor vs. Red Rock Ranch HOA: Director Dern gave a synopsis of the Homeowner meeting she and Director Laura Quinlan attended held by Chris Abayta. She thanked the homeowners who attended for their participation and the host for facilitating a meeting involving Craig Pryor. The meeting produced a two item proposal for the Board: First, recognition the covenants terminated and are not in effect and second, acknowledgement the covenants are not enforceable by the HOA. The homeowner’s proposal was presented to the Board during an executive session held prior to the board meeting. The HOA’s lawyer was also consulted regarding the proposal. The Board reached the conclusion the HOA’s governing documents do not grant them the power to declare the Covenants invalid. Additionally taking this proposed action could expose the HOA to litigation if the Board attempts to act outside the limits of its power.
Chris Abayta was invited to speak about the homeowner meeting. He read a group summary and reiterated the proposal. He stated a belief Craig Pryor might settle if the Board pursued the proposed actions. President Lonquist opened discussion to include guest questions and comments. Discussion was had about the validity of the the covenants, other legal actions the Board is attempting, the 2010 extension, and the HOA governing documents.
Guests: Mark Morton inquired about the process to create covenants and if the Bylaws allow the HOA to adopt new covenants. President Lonnquist responded a membership vote is required to adopt covenants. The hierarchy of governing documents was also explained.
Chris Abayta inquired about the percentage of votes needed to create new covenants. President Lonnquist responded that the percentage needed was unclear and would need to be researched.
John Lumen inquired if case law had been provided by legal counsel to support the HOA’s case. President Lonnquist responded affirmative.
Ketch Nowacki discussed the covenants termination, suggested the Board hold a member vote, and begin the process of coming up with new covenants.
Robert Schulte inquired about the outcome of the Special assessment vote. President Lonnquist responded the final tally will not be known until after the 15th of November when voting ends.
Tammy Jones inquired about the percentage vote needed to reinstate the covenants, possible alternative meeting space options, and a break down of the legal expenses. President Lonnquist responded discovering the percentage of votes needed to reinstate the covenants would require legal advice and funds. Director Griffith responded with a brief synopsis of the legal expenses.
Joe Suckow inquired about the Boards plan for enforcing the assessment if it passes. President Lonnquist responded the Board does not yet have a plan.
John Vigueria thanked the Board for their time and inquired as to what happens if the HOA can not afford legal representation. President Lonnquist responded the HOA will have to go to trial without representation.
Janet Giese inquired about the termination date in the covenants and if the board had made a statement about it. President Lonnquist responded the termination date is in the covenants and is not in dispute.
Each guest was given their 3 minute opportunity to speak. President Lonnquist inquired if the Board wished to proceed with further guest questions and discussion. Affirmation was given by the Board and discussion continued.
Topics for discussion included alternative ways to end the lawsuit, meeting with Craig Pryor again, limits placed on the Board by the governing documents, and summary judgement motions.
Director Miller thanked all the homeowners for providing comments, perspectives, and input. Director Guy reminded homeowners all the HOA’s governing documents are available on the website (rrrhoa.org
Next Meeting: December 8th, 2025
A motion to end the meeting was made by Director Williams and seconded by Director Dern. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:24pm.
