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RRRHOA Montyly Board Meeting September 9, 2024
Meeting Location: Zoom Call. Meeting was called to order by President Beth Lonnquist at 7:01 pm
Board members in attendance: President Beth Lonnquist, Vice President Craig Williams, Secretary Julia Pheteplace, Director Laura Quinlan, Director Scott Miller, Director Shannon Kittelson, Director Chris Jones, and Treasurer William Griffith. A quorum was established. Director Kevin Guy was absent.
Resident guests in Attendance: Ketch Nowaki, Craig Pryor.
Architectural Control: No ACC requests to be reviewed.
Approval of the minutes: A motion was made by Director Scott Miller to approve the August minutes. Vice-President Craig Williams made the second and the August meeting minutes were approved. Director Shannon Kittleson abstained as she had not yet read the minutes due to technical issue. The August minutes will be posted to the RRR HOA website.
Treasurer’s report: Treasurer William Griffith presented the September’s Treasurer’s report. Starting balance was $36,687.28. There were .27 cents in deposits and $20,893.47 in expenditures. Ending balance is $15,794.08. Treasurer Bill Griffith transferred $20,000 to a 6-month CD yielding 5% interest. FireWise has a balance of $900.28 which is included in the ending balance. Director Laura Quinlan made a motion to approve the treasurer’s report and Director Chris Jones made the second. The July Treasurer’s report was approved unanimously. Total member contributions for 2024 so far are $8,815.00.
Old Business:
Web Site: No update
Firewise: Two residences were chipped on Saturday, September 7 and then the chipper broke. Director Scott Miller is working on scheduling another date to complete the chipping that was on the schedule.
Forest View Acres Water District: Next meeting is September 25. FVAWD issued a notice of price increase. Residents may attend the meeting which is held at the Sanitation Building at 130 2nd street in Monument at 6:00 pm.
Homeowner Correspondence: The Board is working through homeowner correspondence and may respond at October meeting.
New Business; The Board received a “cease and desist” letter from a lawyer representing Mr. Craig Pryor. Director Scott Miller made a motion to allocate $5000 for legal expenses to give the Board guidance on moving forward. Vice-President Craig Williams made the second. The allocation of funds was approved unanimously.
Resident Guests Comments:
Mr. Craig Pryor asked if the board held a meeting last week. President Lonnquist responded that the special meeting that had been scheduled was cancelled.
Next Meeting: October 14, 2024
2024 dates: January 8 February 12 March 11 April 22
May13 June 8 meeting & picnic July 8 August 12
September 9 October 14 November 11 December 9
Director Chris Jones made a motion to adjourn and Treasurer Bill Griffith made the second. Adjournment was unanimous at 7:22pm and the Board went into Executive Session.
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RRRHOA Montyly Board Meeting August 12, 2024
Meeting Location: Zoom Call. Meeting was called to order by Vice President Craig Williams at 7:01 pm
Board members in attendance: Vice President Craig Williams, Secretary Julia Pheteplace, Director Laura Quinlan, Director Scott Miller, Director Shannon Kittelson, Director Chris Jones, and Treasurer William Griffith. A quorum was established. Director Kevin Guy and President Beth Lonnquist were absent.
Resident guests in Attendance: Ketch Nowaki, Craig Pryor and Matt Schuetz.
Architectural Control: Director Shannon Kittelson presented an ACC request by Matt Schuetz for a split rail fence. After discussion Secretary Julia Pheteplace made a motion to approve the fence and Treasurer Bill Griffith made the second. The fence was unanimously approved.
Approval of the minutes: A motion was made by Vice President Craig Williams to approve the July minutes. Secretary Julia Pheteplace made the second and the July meeting minutes were approved unanimously and will be posted to the RRR HOA website.
Treasurer’s report: Treasurer William Griffith presented the August Treasurer’s report. Starting balance was $36,568.52. There was $475.31 in deposits and $356.55 in expenditures. Ending balance is $36,687.28. Treasurer Bill Griffith transferred $20,000 to a 6-month CD yielding 5% interest. FireWise has a balance of $900.28 which is included in the ending balance. Vice President Craig Williams made a motion to approve the treasurer’s report and Director Scott Miller made the second. The July Treasurer’s report was approved unanimously. Total member contributions for 2024 so far are $8,735.00 from 100 contributors which is 48.08% of members.
Old Business:
Web Site: Domain license was renewed.
Firewise: The next chipping date is September 7 and there are only 5 volunteers currently. Director Scott Miller is reaching out to the community for more volunteers.
Park: Park committee met on July 26 via zoom and discussed possible options for park improvement. Options being considered are playground equipment for ages 10 and up, basketball hoop, swing set and multifunction equipment. It was agreed by all board members to use commercial grade equipment. Director Scott Miller will check with insurance company to see what impact the equipment will have on our policy.
Forest View Acres Water District: Next meeting August 28. Matt Quinlan provided information on recent waterline break which was broken by a builder digging foundation on Redstone Ridge. The pipe was repaired quickly with minimal inconvenience to residents. The interconnect to Monument water tank is in process at the park.
Flagpole: The flag pole in the park was replaced. Thanks to Director Chris Jones, Vice President Craig Williams and Dave Pheteplace. A locking device will be added to prevent/deter theft.
Homeowner Correspondence: The Board is working through homeowner correspondence and will respond at September meeting.
Ketch Nowacki asked what happens to park and bus stop properties if the requirements of the deed are not met.
Next Meeting: September 9, 2024
2024 dates: January 8 February 12 March 11 April 22
May13 June 8 meeting & picnic July 8 August 12
September 9 October 14 November 11 December 9
Director Scott Miller made a motion to adjourn and Director Chris Jones made the second. Adjournment was unanimous and Vice President Craig Williams adjourned the meeting at 7:29pm
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RRRHOA Montyly Board Meeting July 8, 2024
Meeting Location: Zoom Call. Meeting was called to order by President Lonnquist at 7:00 pm
Board members in attendance: President Elizabeth Lonnquist, Secretary Julia Pheteplace, Director Laura Quinlan, Director Scott Miller, Director Shannon Kittelson, Vice President Craig Williams, Director Chris Jones, Director Kevin Guy and Treasurer William Griffith. A quorum was established.
Resident guests in Attendance: Ketch Nowaki
President Elizabeth Lonnquist thanked all who participated in the annual HOA picnic and the large garbage day.
Architectural Control: Director Shannon Kittelson presented an ACC request for a gazebo on El Rancho Way. Treasurer William Griffith made a motion to approve the request and Director Scott Miller made the second. The request was approved unanimously pending clarification of 25-foot setback from property line.
Approval of the minutes: A motion was made by Treasurer William Griffith to approve the June minutes. Vice President Craig Williams made the second and the June meeting minutes were approved unanimously and will be posted to the RRR HOA website.
Treasurer’s report: Treasurer William Griffith presented the July Treasurer’s report. Starting balance was $34,299.63. There was $2,268.89 in deposits and no expenditures. Ending balance is $36,568.52. Director Julia Pheteplace made a motion to approve the treasurer’s report and Director Laura Quinlan made the second. The July Treasurer’s report was approved unanimously. Treasurer William Griffith is working on an investment opportunity. Total member contributions for 2024 so far is $8,385.00 from 96 contributors which is 46.15% of members.
Old Business:
Web Site: President Elizabeth Lonnquist recommended an article by FACO (Fire Adaptive Colorado) on wildfire mitigation and securing homeowners insurance to add to the information tab on the website. Director Chris Jones made a motion to approve the article for posting and Director Kevin Guy made the second. The article was approved unanimously and will be posted on the website.
Firewise: Director Scott Miller reported a successful chipping day on Jun 29th with 16 properties chipped by 15 volunteers and two Monument Firemen. The next chipping date is September 7 and it is almost full. An additional date is being considered if there is more interest. Director Miller made a motion to move the $500 that was budgeted for FireWise to the FireWise account which currently has a balance of $450.33. This will give FireWise a balance of $950.33 to allow for rental of a chipper if the additional chipping date is needed.
Park: Park committee met on June 13 and discussed possible options for park improvement. No decisions were made.
Forest View Acres Water District: Next meeting July 24.
Homeowner Correspondence: Complaints have been received on 3 properties with yards in disrepair. Homeowners are aware of the violation. The Board will follow up to see if improvement is made.
Mrs. Yack scheduled a food truck in the park. Covenants do not allow for commercial business on HOA property. The food truck has been cancelled. Vice President Craig Williams made a motion to approve an email to Mrs. Yack and Director Chris Jones made the second. The email was approved unanimously and will be sent to Mrs. Yack.
Ketch Nowacki acknowledged receipt of the Board’s response to his 3 April correspondence. Issue closed.
Next Meeting: August 12, 2024
2024 dates: January 8 February 12 March 11 April 22
May13 June 8 meeting & picnic July 8 August 12
September 9 October 14 November 11 December 9
Vice President Craig Williams made a motion to adjourn and Treasurer William Griffith made the second. Adjournment was unanimous and President Elizabeth Lonnquist adjourned the meeting at 7:38pm
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RRRHOA Montyly Board Meeting June 8, 2024
Meeting Location: Member Picnic at Nevins Park. Meeting was called to order by President Lonnquist at 12:33pm
Board members in attendance: President Lonnquist, Secretary Pheteplace, Director Quinlan, Director Miller, Director Kittelson, Vice President Williams and Director Jones. A quorum was established.
Resident guests in Attendance: Approximately 30 members were present
Welcome: President Lonnquist introduced the Board members present. Members present introduced themselves.
Architectural Control: Director Kittelson presented an ACC request for a new home on Limestone. Secretary Pheteplace made a motion to approve the request and Vice President Williams made the second. The request was approved unanimously.
Director Kittelson presented an ACC request for a split rail fence on Sandstone. Director Kittelson made a motion to approve the request and Director Miller made the second. The request was approved unanimously.
Approval of the minutes: A motion was made by Director Jones to approve a memo for record from the April 2024 member meeting. Vice President Williams made the second. The memo for record was approved unanimously and will be posted on the RRR HOA website.
Director Miller made a motion to approve the May meeting minutes and Director Quinlan made the second. The May meeting minutes were approved unanimously and will be posted to the RRR HOA website.
Treasurer’s report: President Lonnquist presented the June Treasurer’s report. Beginning balance was $33,542.61, there were $1,854.49 in deposits and $1,097.47 in expenses leaving an ending balance of $34,299.63. Director Quinlan made a motion to approve the treasurer’s report and Director Kittelson made the second. The June Treasurer’s report was approved unanimously.
Annual Cleanup: Two dumpsters will be available at the park on June 15 & 16 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. No electronics or hazardous material. Dues must be paid.
Old Business:
Web Site: Paul Tillotson has volunteered to help out with the website. Sign up at www.rrrhoa.org to receive blast emails when there is important information to share.
Firewise: Monument Fire Department has given us 2 chipping dates, 29 Jun and 7 Sep. The June date is almost full. Signup at
The National Forest Service will do a prescribed burn of approximately 1,000 acres south of RRR on June 12-14. Our community is in the top 10 urban areas in the nation at risk for wildfire. This burn should help to reduce the severity in the event of a wildfire here.
Park: Park committee will meet next week. Grass was mowed at the park.
Forest View Acres Water District: Next meeting June 22. Mr. Pheteplace, President FVAWD, gave a summary of issues with the well and efforts being made to correct those issues.
Homeowner Correspondence: The Board addressed Mr. Nowacki’s 3 Apr certified letter where he stated he was misquoted in the 8 Jan 2024 Board meeting minutes. Director Miller presented the Board with Mr. Nowacki’s 3 Jan 2024 9:45AM email to Director Miller that was the source of the exact wording quoted in the Jan meeting minutes. A letter will be sent to Mr. Nowacki to explain his misunderstanding. Director Miller made a motion to approve the letter to be sent and Vice President Williams made the second. The letter was approved unanimously and will be sent to Mr. Nowacki.
Director Miller made a motion to adjourn and Director Kittelson made the second. President Lonnquist adjourned the meeting at 1:36pm
Next Meeting: July 8, 2024
2024 dates: January 8 February 12 March 11 April 22
May13 June 8 meeting & picnic July 8 August 12
September 9 October 14 November 11 December 9
Mar/Apr/May correspondence to/from Board for Jun minutes
- Pryor 18 Mar email, RE: Response from the Mar 11 RRRHOA Board meeting. Board email sent 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Pryor 18 Mar email, Missing email. Board email sent 19 Mar. (CLOSED)
- Nowacki 18 Mar email, Even Volunteers Have Responsibilities. (NOTED)
- Nowacki 20 Mar email, RE: Red Rock Ranch HOA Email Blast 3/20/2024 FEEDBACK. Board email sent 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Yack 21 Mar email, Meeting agenda suggestion. Board email sent 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Yack 21 Mar email, Website feature update. Board email sent 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Pryor 22 Mar email, MRSC comments. Board email sent 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Nowacki 3 Apr email, RRR HOA BOD January 8, 2024 Meeting Minutes. Board response sent 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Yack 3 Apr email, Attention Required – Election Misinformation. Board letters sent to HOA members and Mr. Yack 9 Apr. (CLOSED)
- Pryor 10 Apr email, Election. Withdrawing candidacy for the Board election. (NOTED)
- Herrin 10 Apr email, Hen chickens, greenhouse, basketball hoop. Board response 12 Apr. (CLOSED)
- Stelzner 18 Apr email, Playhouse Update on 18655 Pike View. Response sent by Director Kittleson (CLOSED)
- Pryor April 24 email, Park Committee. Board response 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Yack April 24 email, Statement of Fact. Board response 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Pryor 26 Apr email, July 3 typo. Board response 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Yack April 30 email, Park committee. Board response 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Muntz April 30 email, Dead Deer on Red Rock Ranch Rd. Board email response sent. (CLOSED)
- Yack May 6 email, HOA Website down. Board response 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Pryor 15 May email, March minutes. Board response 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Pryor 15 May email, Harassment claim. Board response 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- Grange 21 May email, Prescribed burn in Jun2024. Board response 21 May. (CLOSED)
- Realtor 24 May email, Joining Voluntary HOA. Board response 25 May. (CLOSED)
- Nowacki 28 May email, Request response to my Certified Letter. Board response 9 Jun. (CLOSED)
- and Mrs. Jones undated letter regarding an architecture issue. (OPEN)
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RRRHOA MONTYLY BOARD MEETING May 13, 2024
Meeting Location: Zoom meeting. Meeting was called to order by President Lonnquist at 7:01pm
Board members in attendance: President Lonnquist, Secretary Pheteplace, Director Quinlan, Director Guy, Director
Miller, Treasurer Griffith and Vice President Williams and Director Jones.
Resident guests in Attendance: Mr. Pryor.
Officer Appointments: President: Beth Lonnquist. Nominated by Director Pheteplace and second by Director Miller
Vice President: Craig Williams. Nominated by Director Pheteplace and second by Treasurer Griffith. Secretary: Julie
Pheteplace. Nominated by Director Guy and second by Director Miller. Treasurer: Bill Griffith. Nominated by Director Miller and second by Director Guy. All appointments were unanimously approved by the Board.
Architectural Control: No ACC requests were received this month.
Approval of the minutes: The preliminary approval of the April Member meeting minutes was postponed
Treasurer’s report: Treasurer Griffith reviewed the May treasurer’s report. Beginning balance was $28,976.31. There were $4,755.26 in deposits and $188.96 in expenses. The ending balance is $33,542.61. Director Pheteplace made a motion to approve the May balance and Director Guy made the second. The May treasurer’s report was unanimously approved. Treasurer Griffith inquired about investment possibilities with four local banking institutions (Air Academy Credit Union, Community Bank, ENT Credit Union and Wells Fargo bank). There was discussion regarding the options and the board agreed with Treasurer Griffith’s recommendation of transferring $20,000. The accounts are FDIC/NCUA insured and withdrawals can be made at any time with no penalty related to the remaining balance. Director Miller made a motion to approve the transfer and Director Jones made the second. The board unanimously approved the transfer.
OLD BUSINESS:
Web Site: Director Guy will update the website and post the educational article from Altitude Law. Paul Tillotson has
agreed to help with the website. Director Guy made a motion to approve the Altitude law article and Treasurer Griffith
made the second. The board unanimously approved posting the article.
Firewise: Monument Fire Department has given us 2 chipping dates, 29 Jun and 7 Sep. Signup at
We need volunteers to help with chipping; you can signup at the same website. There will be a controlled burn along Mt.
Herman Road in May or June.
Park: Director Miller will notify Park Committee members when the next committee meeting will occur. Director Miller got 2 bids on mowing the park and recommended Red Beard for $275 per mowing. Director Miller made a motion and Director Jones made the second.
The board unanimously approved hiring Red Beard to mow the park as needed.
Forest View Acres Water District: Next meeting May 22.
Fundraising Committee: Director Quinlan suggested postponing until Fall.
Homeowner Correspondence: There was discussion about how frequently to respond to homeowner correspondence. Several homeowners send emails frequently and it is very time consuming to respond. Director Guy suggested prioritizing emails pertaining to FireWise and park issues. ACC requests will be addressed when received. Vice President Williams will work with Director Miller on this issue.
RRR HOA Meeting Rules of Conduct: Director Miller made a motion to implement the new policy after several 30-day reviews and revisions to the policy. Director Jones made the second and the board approved unanimously.
Annual Picnic: June 8 at noon at Nevins Park pavilion. Main dish and drinks will be provided by the Board. Please bring a lawn chair and a dish to pass.
Pulled Pork: Director Pheteplace
Chicken: President Lonnquist
Water: Director Jones
Soda: Director Guy
Garbage can: Director Guy
Next Meeting: June 8, 2024
2024 dates:
January 8; February 12; March 11; April 22
May13; June 8 meeting & picnic July 8 August 12
September 9 October 14 November 11 December 9
Large garbage day June 15 & 16 8:00am to 4:00pm. Please do not drop off your items if there isn’t a Board member present. No paint or toxic items.
Members in attendance:
Resident Concerns: Mr. Pryor inquired why there was a special meeting on July 3 and July 13 meeting started 17 minutes late. President Lonnquist explained that the special meeting on July 3 was a quick meeting to approve the verbiage on the ballot regarding chickens. The regular monthly meeting was scheduled for July 10 but there was not a quorum so it was postponed to July 13. The meeting started late due to zoom technical issues. This information was already sent to Mr. Pryor. He continued to question the President and Director Guy interrupted. A discussion ensued between Director Guy and Mr. Pryor regarding harassment. President Lonnquist asked for a motion to adjourn. Director Pheteplace made a motion to adjourn and Vice President Williams made the second. The board unanimously approved and the meeting was adjourned at 8:39pm
