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Red Rock Ranch Homeowners Association Monthly Meeting
12 November 2018
Presiding: Beth Lonnquist
Present: Beth Lonnquist, Jim Bergeron, Jim Zalmanek, Frank Chuba, Bill Griffith, Kevin Guy, Paul Tillotson
Guests: Troy Taylor
Meeting called to order at 1902.
The minutes of the 29 October 2018 meeting were read and approved unanimously after a motion by Bill Griffith and a second by Frank Chuba.
Guest Troy Taylor was allowed to speak and told the Board that he purchased a property at 4675 Limestone Road with the intent to rent it. He has read the Association covenants and will abide by the section concerning rental property and further stated that he will screen prospective renters and expect them to be long-term renters. He is also interested in fire mitigation on the property.
Treasurers’ Report: Treasurer Bill Griffith reports a bank balance of $15,258.39.
Expenses for the month totaled $195.00 for mowing at Nevins Park. Checks not cleared by the bank are $88.00 for PO Box Rental and $100.00 for CONO Law Day.
Total contributions to date: $8,085.00
Contribution percentage: 67.00%
Contributors above $50.00: 34
Treasurer’s Report accepted by the Board following a motion by Frank Chuba and a second by Jim Zalmanek.
Insurance: President Lonnquist has received a bid from only one company to date with a quote of:
$1,200.00 for D & O with a 2K deductable ($1 million coverage)
$1,386.00 for General Liability ($2 million coverage)
$250.00 $1 million Umbrella Policy as recommended by Kevin Guy
After discussion concerning the umbrella policy, it was agreed by the Board that it was a propitious recommendation. A motion to accept the three coverages was made by Frank Chuba, seconded by Jim Zalmanek and voted upon unanimously by the Board. It was noted that if there are businesses within the HOA that are a cause for concern by Insurance companies, that will raise the premium for D&O/and Liability insurance. Would the HOA then assess the added fee to the business? That is a discussion for the future and President Lonnquist will in the meantime follow up on that with the insurance company.
Architectural Control: AC Chairman Frank Chuba reports no new requests.
Old Business:
Driving on back side of properties: The situation was discussed at length with comments from Bill Griffith who has researched easements and also received advice from two attorney friends who have experience in this matter. He reported that the easement is strictly for use by utilities vehicles and emergency equipment, and anyone else using it is trespassing. Jim Zalmanek, who was the head of the electric division of Colorado Springs Utilities with experience in easements agreed that use by other than utility and emergency vehicles is indeed trespassing. Bill Griffith felt that the problem is in the hands of homeowners and it is not an HOA matter, but the Association can give support. It was felt that driving across the Association green space is also trespassing. Kevin Guy made a motion to erect a sign on the green space, seconded by Paul Tillotson with Board approval. The Board felt it was an appropriate move, but everyone would need to see the wording on the sign before approval is given.
4575 Sandstone Drive: Treasurer Bill Griffith has driven by and there is only one RV at the residence, so this is a non-issue. Closed.
Firewise: There are two Firewise signs for the Ranch and it was agreed to erect one at Nevins Park with Keith Lonnquist being volunteered for the job. The second one will be put up at a later date at a site not yet selected.
Web Site: WebmasterKevin Guy reports that all minutes have been posted in addition to messages from the President. Next, a tab will be added for residents to see happenings at NEPCO and news of Firewise needs to be posted.
New Business: Update Covenant Policy Enforcement: Change the first step to read “a letter to the Lot owner requesting they meet with a Board member to discuss the issue”. Approved by the Board after a motion by Jim Zalmanek and a second by Kevin Guy. This change will be posted on the Association web site.
Law Day: President Lonnquist attended and reported some information:
Do due diligence and transparency.
Get ahead of problems before they happen.
Create a policy for rentals, such as Lot Owner, who is occupying the premises, contact information for both, and understanding that both recognize and will comply with covenants.
We should create our version of 9 governing policies:
- How we adopt and amend policies, procedures and rules. How do we amend the covenants?
- How do we collect assessments?
- How to handle conflicts with Board members.
- How do we conduct meetings?
- How do we enforce the covenants?
- Lot owners have rights to inspect and copy our records.
- We should have a plan to invest reserves.
- How do we handle dispute resolution?
- We should have a Reserve study and a Reserve study policy (i.e., upkeep of tennis court and playground, landscaping, maintenance, legal fund)
Director Kevin Guy suggested that Board members think about future plans for Nevins Park such as refurbishing the tennis court, signage, landscaping, etc.
President Lonnquist presented a Statement of Occupancy for Board review. It was discussed and some questions on the statement were felt to be too personal. A revised Statement will be forthcoming for approval.
With no further business to discuss, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 2023 on a motion by Frank Chuba and a second by Bergeron.
The next regularly scheduled meeting will be at 1900 on Monday, 10 December 2018 at the Tri Lakes Cares building, 235 Jefferson Street, Monument, Colorado.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim Bergeron
Secretary/Recorder, RRRHOA
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Red Rock Ranch Homeowners Association Monthly Meeting
29 October 2018
Presiding: Beth Lonnquist
Present: Beth Lonnquist, Jim Bergeron, PK Robinson, Bill Griffith, Paul Tillotson, Kevin Guy
Guests: Dave Phetplace, Dave Betzler, Andrea Mahoney, Jamine and Ryan Madison
The meeting was called to order by President Beth Lonnquist at 1900.
Architectural Control: Since she had travelled from Denver for the meeting and needed to return, Andrea Mahoney was allowed to speak first. She requested that her late father’s property be subdivided into nine one-acre lots from the existing three parcels of three acre lots at 18320 Forest View Road, 18320 Stone View Road and 18460 Stone View Road. When the late James O Hix purchased the lots, they were platted for one acre lots, but eventually were made into three acre lots for tax purposes. ACC Chairman Frank Chuba researched through County records to verify that the lots were indeed originally platted as one acre lots and can be reverted to the original plat. Jim Bergeron made a motion to allow the three-acre parcels to be divided into one acre lots, seconded by PK Robinson and motion was carried unanimously.
Let the record show that John Cressman’s driveway at 18252 Pixie Park Road was electronically approved by the Board.
A request was made by Beth Lonnquist to stucco the remainder of her house at 18325 Spruce Road, replace cement, and add a 16 by 20-foot deck. She has a contractor and no building permit is required. Motion made to accept by Jim Bergeron, seconded by Bill Griffith and motion passed by the Board.
Residents Jamine and Ryan Madison were present to ask how to request permission to build a garage separate from their residence at 3555 Range View Road. They were given a hard copy request and also advised how to go about requesting on-line at the Association web site.
Firewise: Dave Phetplace and Dave Betzler gave an in-depth presentation of the year of Firewise. There are seven people on the committee and additional volunteers are always welcome to join. The stress is to mitigate every house on the Ranch with a primary goal of cutting back vegetation five feet from the home. The County will be cutting back vegetation from the roads, concentrating on Red Rock Drive, Red Forest Road, and Forest View Road. Firewise Committee is requesting $2,000 from RRRHOA for the 2019 calendar year to be used:
$1,000 for chipping. Tri Lakes Fire Department will assist with an additional two days of chipping.
National Fire Protection Association has issued a 2-year grant of $1,000 to Red Rock Ranch, one of 7 neighborhoods in the United States chosen for this grant. This will include more training for the Firewise committee members Dave Phetplace and Dave Betzler.
$1,000 for homeowner education through a newsletter and flyers, safety equipment, signage, T-shirts, and banners.
In 2018 the Firewise Committee was able to chip at 72 homes, assess 21 homes and give homeowners a better idea as to how to protect their home. They can chip an average of 13 houses per day.
A motion was made by Kevin Guy to fund Firewise $2,000 for year 2019, seconded by PK Robinson and approved by the Board.
Minutes: The September minutes were read and approved as written after a motion by Kevin Guy and a second by Bill Griffith.
Treasurer’s Report:
Beginning balance on 01 September 2018…$15,272.37
Contributions……………………………….$105.00
Bank Interest………………………………..$0.51
Outstanding Activity (mowing)…………….$195.00
Total contributions to date…………………..$8,085.00
Contribution percentage………………………67.00%
Contributors above $50………………………..34
Treasurer’s Report approved following a motion by PK Robinson and a second by Paul Tillotson.
Old Business: Driving on back side of properties was tabled until the 12 November 2018 meeting, but still drew comments from Board members. President Lonnquist will research the issue further prior to the November meeting.
The broken basketball hoop at Nevins Park has been removed, thanks to Kevin Guy and Paul Tillotson.
Web Site: Kevin Guy reports that the Association web site is up and running.
New Business: Four different neighbors have voiced their concern that there may be residents staying in campers at 4575 Sandstone Drive. President Lonnquist will draft a letter for Board approval to be sent to the owners at that residence advising them of covenants covering that matter.
New Sales: 4880 Sandstone Road and 4665 Limestone Road
With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 2100 after a motion by Bill Griffith and a second by Paul Tillotson.
The next regularly scheduled meeting will be at 1900 on Monday, 12 November 2018 at the Tri Lakes Cares building, 235 Jefferson Street, Monument. The December meeting will be on 10th.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim Bergeron, Secretary/Recorder, RRRHOA
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Red Rock Ranch Homeowners Association Monthly Meeting
10 September 2018
Presiding: Beth Lonnquist
Present: Jim Bergeron, Frank Chuba, Kevin Guy, Beth Lonnquist, P.K. Robinson
Guests: Julie and Steve Nelson, Paul Tillotson
Meeting called to order at 1900.
The minutes of the 09 July 2018 meeting were read and approved unanimously after a motion by Frank Chuba and a second by P.K. Robinson. The Memo for Record of 18 August 2018 was read and approved unanimously after a motion by Kevin Guy and a second by Frank Chuba.
As per Association policy, Julie and Steve Nelson were allowed to speak prior to regular business. Julie began by stating that she feels there should be a prohibition against fire pits on Red Rock Ranch and would like to see that as an amendment to the covenants. She added that a neighbor has a pit that produces large amounts of smoke that infiltrates her residence and has made her ill. She has talked with the neighbor and was told they will continue using their fire pit. President Lonnquist told Julie that she had previously given her the procedure for altering covenants and said she would send that to her again, but reminded Julie that the process is entirely up to her and the Association would not be liable for any expenses incurred.
Guest Paul Tillotson was introduced and he said he would like to become a member of the RRRHOA Board. He is a long-time resident of the Ranch and lives at 18250 Spruce Road. Frank Chuba made a motion to accept Paul as a member and it was agreed to by the Board following a second by Kevin Guy.
Treasurer’s Report: Bank balance is $15,272.37. Annual 2018 bank interest is$3.81.
Total expenses to date are:
Legal...........$1,518.50
Firewise...... 975.94
Note:
Total Contributions to date.......$8,085.00
Contribution percentage..............67.0%
Contributors above $50 ..................34
Treasurer’s Report accepted following a motion by Kevin Guy and a second by P.K. Robinson.
Architectural Control: AC Chairman Frank Chuba reports no new requests, but let the record show that Susanne Ferrell’s fencing was approved electronically. There is concern about two residences that have accomplished work without making requests through theAssociation. One is at Abo Lane and Sandstone where four cuts have been made (two are allowed) and pads have been put in to park trailers. A residence at 4315 Red Forest added an addition and applied stucco to the home without approval. Frank Chuba will address both issues.
Resident Paul Tillotson requested permission to re-roof his residence at 18250 Spruce Road with fire resistant shingles. He was advised to use the Association request form and that there is a $25.00 fee. Frank Chuba made a motion to accept pending receipt of the request form and fee. That was accepted by the Board following a second by Kevin Guy.
Firewise: Dave Betzler will pursue another opportunity, “Sites of Excellence” through Firewise. He is still in contact with CUSP and says he can always use more volunteers. The Tri Lakes Methodist Church has done fire mitigation on three properties on the Ranch and will now move on to help other communities.
Park: The broken basketball pole was discussed. A new 4 inch pole costs $304.00 plus tax, and a 5 inch pole is $605.00 plus tax. Welding the broken pole is not feasible. It was agreed to cut the pole at ground level and table buying a new one until spring since no one will be using it with autumn and winter approaching. Paul Tillotson volunteered to cut the pole.
It was noted that the grass at Nevins Park needs to be cut. Jim Bergeron will contact Clair Brenneman who has cut the grass in the past. Paul Tillotson volunteered to continue mowing grass around the Association bus stop.
Web Site: Kevin Guy states it is in the same state as last meeting, and he will continue bringing it up to speed. Paul Tillotson volunteered to assist him.
New Business: The October business meeting has been scheduled for Monday, 29 October 2018 instead of the normal second Monday of the month.
Round the Table: Paul Tillotson raised the question that has been mentioned before – land behind his property that is a utility easement and is being used as a road for a trailer by a neighbor. He and fellow neighbor Kevin Guy have paperwork that indicate the area is supposed to be a sanctuary and they will bring that to the next meeting so it can be discussed in more detail by Board members.
With no further business to discuss, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 2029 to enter executive session on a motion by Frank Chuba and a second by P.K. Robinson. The executive session ended at 2101.
The next regularly scheduled meeting will be at 1900 on Monday, 29 October 2018 at the Tri Lakes Cares building, 235 Jefferson Street, Monument, Colorado.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim Bergeron Secretary/Recorder, RRRHOA
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Red Rock Ranch Homeowners Association Annual Meeting/Picnic
18 August 2018
Presiding for the Meeting: Beth Lonnquist
Present: Beth Lonnquist, Jim Bergeron, Frank Chuba, Bill Griffith
Guests: There were 16 residents in attendance
The food consisting of pulled pork prepared by Keith Lonnquist and side dishes brought by residents was served starting at 1215. When everyone had been served, President Beth Lonnquist called the meeting portion to order and invited everyone to introduce him/herself.
Architectural Control: Chairman Frank Chuba gave an overall view of this portion of the RRRHOA. He then entertained questions from the assembled residents.
Firewise: President Lonnquist introduced Dave Betzler (
https//csfs.colostate.edu/media/sites/22/2018/05/Final_Red_Rock_Ranch_CWPP.pdf
Also introduced were three members of CUSP (Coalition of the Upper South Platte} who gave a presentation.
Treasurer’s Report: Bill Griffith gave a report on the financial status of the Association:
Current Bank Balance…………….$15,352.16
Total Contributions to date……….$7,880.00
Legal Expenses to date……..…….$1,518.50
Spruce Road: President Lonnquist spoke briefly about the on-going situation at the Spruce Road business, but since there is a law suit in which the Association is being sued, except for the fact that the Association has an attorney retained through the insurer for our defense, np further comments can be made.
Park: The tennis court needs work, but that is on the back burner pending the outcome of the Spruce Road situation. Also noted was the pipe holding the basketball hoop is broken, presumably from rust in one section. That can possibly be repaired using a metal tube to hold the two sections together. Another possibility is welding the broken sections.
New Business: Gazette flyers are being distributed at each house on the Ranch and residents were advised to contact the Gazette if they do not want them delivered to their residence.
New Sales:
Steven and Lydia Smith at 4615 Sandstone Road
Michael and Andrea Rowland at 4575 Sandstone Road
HOA Contact:
October Date Change: The normal meeting date of 08 October has been changed to Monday, the 29th of October.
With no further business to discuss, the meeting/picnic was adjourned at 1330.
The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on Monday, 29 October 2018 at the Tri Lakes Cares Building, 235 Jefferson Street, Monument, Colorado at 1900.
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Respectfully submitted,
Jim Bergeron
Secretary/Recorder, RRRHOA
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Red Rock Ranch Homeowners Association Monthly Meeting
09 July 2018
Presiding: Beth Lonnquist
Present: Beth Lonnquist, Jim Bergeron, PK Robinson, Bill Griffith, Frank Chuba, Kevin Guy
Guests: Tom Owens
Meeting called to order at 1910 following an Executive meeting that started at 1800.
Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Bill Griffith presented a report that was accepted following a motion made by Jim Bergeron and a second by Kevin Guy.
Bank Balance: $16,555.44
Income: $400.54
$375,00……..Contributions
$$25.00……..Architectural Fees
$0.54………..Bank Interest
Expenses: $219.46
$219.46……..Firewise
Outstanding Activity:….$195.00 Mowing Park
$37.49 Firewise
$790.00 Tri Lakes Disposal
$50.00 Owner Contributions
Architectural Control: Tom Owens presented plans for a three-car detached garage at his residence, 4670 Limestone measuring 36 by 24 feet (864 square feet) that will match the house color and have 50-year asphalt shingles. It will be wired for 220 for heat purposes, but no gas or water. Building permit is approved and set backs are in order. The garage was approved on 10 July 2017 and fees paid, but was put on hold while the neighbors negotiated differences over placement of the garage. Frank Chuba made a motion to approve and waive fees since they had already been paid. The Board agreed following a second by Kevin Guy.
Firewise: 28 July is the next chipping date and 18 August and 22 September will be the last for this year. 10 to 15 people can have chipping done in one day. It was noted that the Tribune had a complimentary article about RRR being a Firewise Community.
A policy to change and amend covenants authored by President Lonnquist was read and discussed with two minor changes. That policy will be amended and published.
Nevins’ Park: The grass has been mowed and trimming was done by Board member PK Robinson and his son. President Lonnquist is still researching grants for the park upkeep and possibly repairs to the tennis court.
Web Site: The RRRHOA web site is up and running according to webmaster Kevin Guy.
New Business: Gazette flyers are being distributed free of charge to residents every Wednesday. A resident requested that the Association ask the Gazette not to distribute the flyers and the Board felt this was not a matter for the HOA. However, Kevin Guy will publish addresses and telephone numbers on the website so individuals can call and request that the newspaper delivery be stopped.
The RRRHOA annual picnic will be held in Nevins’ Park at noon on 18 August, and pulled pork will be served, courtesy of the Lonnquist family. Other members will bring drinks, paper plates, etc.
President Lonnquist agreed to continue as president for another two-year term with blessings from the Board.
Director Kevin Guy expressed concern over a neighbor who is using a utility easement area for moving his camping trailer – the land being directly behind the Guy residence. President Lonnquist has already talked with that neighbor and agreed to speak to him again. Mr. Guy did say he realized this was not an HOA problem but wants to have cordial relations with his neighbor.
With no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 2038 after a motion by Frank Chuba and a second by PK Robinson.
The next regularly scheduled meeting will be the annual picnic/business meeting at 1200 on Saturday, 18 August 2018 at the Nevins’ Park on Red Rock Ranch, Colorado. Additionally, the October meeting will be held at 1900 in the Tri Lakes Cares building on Monday, 29 October instead of the usual second Monday of the month.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim Bergeron
Secretary/Recorder, RRRHOA
