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PRESERVING THE WILDS THE CAMPAIGN TO CONSERVE TAHOE DONNER‘S BACKYARD 08 LOCALS GO GREEN 7 TIPS TO MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE FOR THE PLANET 06

STRIVING FOR A SUSTAINABLE TRAIL SYSTEM 18

APRIL 2019 Winter bucket list checked. YOU HAD RELIABLE SNOW REMOVAL.

530.582.0300 [email protected] www.elementsmtn.co CSLB #480916 INSIDE THE 26 REPORT: Thank You to ASSOCIATION Giving Fund UPDATES Donors 02 30 Message from the Briefs Board President THE 12 BUZZ: Trash + Recycling Update EVENTS, DINING + UPDATES 18 Striving for a 03 Sustainable Trail Quick Calendar System 14 22 Amenity Updates, 08 45-Day Notice: Programs + Events PRESERVING Outdoor Fire THE WILDS Ban + Violations 16

ELIZABETH AND OLOF CARMEL The campaign to conserve Club Updates Tahoe Donner‘s backyard 23 Covenants, 17 Complaints + Dining Hours + FEATURES Enforcement Specials 24 20 2019 Board of Best of Tahoe Directors Election Donner: Love the Info + Key Dates Earth + Community

06 25 LOCALS GO GREEN Board Meeting 29 7 tips to make a big Februburied Recaps Employee Photo difference for the planet Contest 32 Where in the World is TD News? 28 THE BEAUTY OF A MOUNTAIN MEADOW The outstanding natural benefts of these delicate ecosystems

ON THE COVER: A sunrise over Frog Lake by Elizabeth and Olof Carmel TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 1 VOLUME 20 | NO. 04 APRIL 2019

EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION TEAM Christina Schwartz Drew Deurlington Lindsay Hogan Derek Moore Tiffany Connolly Amber Barrett Jen Malone Wendy Speicher

SENIOR MANAGEMENT MESSAGE Robb Etnyre | General Manager [email protected] FROM THE Michael Salmon | Director of Finance [email protected] Miguel Sloane | Director of Operations BOARD [email protected] Annie Rosenfeld | Director of Risk + Real Property PRESIDENT [email protected]

Forrest Huisman | Director of Capital Projects Snow, snow and more snow was the story green bin system replaced the green bags. [email protected] this winter! We spent a lot more time shov- Anyone who wants a green bin or needs Mike Peters | Director of Food + Beverage eling than skiing. The shoulder season may additional bins (you can have up to three) [email protected] seem a little short this year. The summer has until April 15 to order the bin and Christina Schwartz | Director of Marketing + Member Relations crowds and the beautiful yellow daffodils receive free delivery. If you order after April [email protected] may well arrive at the same time. 15, you will be charged for the delivery of Miah Cottrell | Director of Information Technology The Tahoe Donner Board is busy planning the bin or you can pick it up yourself without [email protected] charge. The Town is extending the green for the future. You will soon have the oppor- Tom Knill | Director of Human Resources bin pick-up to the frst week in November, [email protected] tunity to fll out a survey asking you for feed- back on Tahoe Donner. Why did you choose assuming that the weather cooperates. Tahoe Donner staff is working with the Town BOARD OF DIRECTORS to buy here? What amenities do you value to expand the options for green waste dis- President | Jennifer Jennings most? What do you want Tahoe Donner to [email protected] be in the future? I can assure you that the posal this summer – we hope to have some big dumpster events. Vice President | Don Koenes board will pay close attention to the survey [email protected] results. If you have a comment in addition Also, new this year, the Truckee Fire Treasurer | Jeff Connors to your survey responses, please email the Protection District is launching a rebate [email protected] board at [email protected]. program for people who order six-yard Secretary | Michael Fajans green waste dumpsters. Those who order [email protected] Another opportunity to express your a six-yard dumpster will be reimbursed for Director | Suzy Knisley opinion and shape Tahoe Donner’s future [email protected] is by becoming a member of the board of the $70 weekly rental cost as part of the district’s defensible space program. Order Board of Directors directors. If running for election interests [email protected] you, review the information posted on the soon – the rebate offer will only last until the Tahoe Donner website by the Elections funds run out. POSTMASTER: Periodical postage paid at Truckee, California and additional mailing offices. Committee. The deadline for submitting Responding to complaints about piles of Send address changes to Tahoe Donner News, your candidate packet is April 30 at 4PM. wood trimmings along Tahoe Donner roads, 11509 Northwoods Blvd., Truckee, CA 96161; Look for more election information in this the board funded a third chipping crew for (530) 587-9400, Fax (530) 579-3224 issue of Tahoe Donner News, in your email this summer. Tahoe Donner and local agen- EMAIL: [email protected] and on the website. cies are trying to make it as easy as possible ADVERTISING SALES: CC Media + Publishing for homeowners to dispose of green waste is the exclusive advertising representative: The Tahoe Donner email blasts and (775) 327-4200 | [email protected] candidate web postings will provide a and to maintain defensible space around wealth of information about the board their properties. PUBLISHING INFORMATION candidates. We typically have about a 30% At the March board meeting, the board TAHOE DONNER ASSOCIATION HOLDS THE EXCLUSIVE SERVICE voter turnout in our board elections, which agreed to solicit member comment on a MARK RIGHT TO “TAHOE DONNER.” ANY UNAUTHORIZED USE OF SUCH WILL BE REGARDED AS AN INFRINGEMENT OF THAT we are told is quite high for an HOA. How- staff proposal to require homeowners to SERVICE MARK RIGHT AND IS PROHIBITED. THE INCLUSION OF ADVERTISING IN THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN ever, we would like a much higher turnout. maintain defensible space on an ongoing ENDORSEMENT OR RECOMMENDATION BY TAHOE DONNER ASSOCIATION OR ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PROD- This year, there will be more opportunities basis, not just after the offcial, once every UCTS, SERVICES, OR VIEWS CONTAINED THEREIN. than ever before for members to meet with six-year inspection. After publication in TAHOE DONNER NEWS (ISSN 1550-6061) IS THE OFFICIAL MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF TAHOE DONNER ASSOCIATION, and read about the candidates. the Tahoe Donner News and a 45-day WHICH IS LOCATED AT 11509 NORTHWOODS BLVD., TRUCKEE, CA 96161. Now is the time to plan how you will handle member comment period the board will EACH MEMBERSHIP PARCEL RECEIVES ONE SUBSCRIPTION TO consider the proposed rules. A DOMESTIC ADDRESS. COST TO PRODUCE AND DISTRIBUTE your summer green waste. Last year, the THIS PUBLICATION IS OFFSET BY ADVERTISING REVENUES. (Continued on p. 4) PERIODICALS POSTAGE PAID AT TRUCKEE, CA, AND ADDITION- AL MAILING OFFICES. MEMBER LETTERS TO TAHOE DONNER ARE PUBLISHED IN THE MEMBERS SECTION OF TAHOEDONNER. COM, WHERE PUBLISHING GUIDELINES ARE AVAILABLE. FEATURED CELEBRATING15 YEARS! Woman Owned EVENTS Business

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TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 3 (Continued from p. 2) In addition to managing the homeowner and 17 from 7-8PM. In addition, there will STAY IN THE KNOW. SIGN UP FOR WEEKLY EMAILS: defensible space program, Tahoe Donner’s be a panel discussion on wildfres at the TAHOEDONNER.COM/SUBSCRIBE forestry staff maintains our common areas. Truckee Town Hall on April 24. For more This winter, the conditions have been information, go to the Fire District’s website perfect for the staff to gain access to the at truckeefre.org. The Fire District will be TAHOE DONNER CONTACTS common area behind the driving range and sponsoring more activities through Area Code (530) remove dead trees. They have also been the summer. MEMBER SERVICES working with environmental agencies on The Short-Term Rental rules are now in redesigning the Nature Loop Trail, Tahoe Northwoods Clubhouse Open Daily 8AM-5PM effect. Thank you to the many who have 587-9400 | [email protected] | Live chat on website Donner’s original trail that was routed already registered. If you short-term rent AMENITIES through sensitive habitat. your Tahoe Donner home, you are required Beach Club Marina 587-9460 [email protected] The Truckee Fire Protection District recently to register with Tahoe Donner and provide Bikeworks 582-9694 [email protected] Cross Country Ski 587-9484 [email protected] adopted an ordinance banning open information on who Tahoe Donner should Downhill Ski Resort 587-9444 [email protected] burning and outdoor wood fres, including contact in case of a complaint about activity Equestrian Center 587-9470 [email protected] Forestry 587-9432 [email protected] charcoal barbeques, during the wildland fre at your home. At the March meeting the Golf Course 587-9443 [email protected] season. Homes in Tahoe Donner are within board discussed requiring all other Tahoe The Lodge 587-9455 [email protected] Pizza on the Hill 582-9669 [email protected] the District’s territory and are thus subject to Donner owners, whether or not they short- Recreation Hut 587-9413 [email protected] Campground 587-9462 [email protected] the ordinance. This ban is very similar to the term rent their houses, to provide contact Tennis Center 587-9474 [email protected] emergency rule the board imposed in Tahoe information so that complaints can be Trails 582-9672 [email protected] Trout Creek 582-9603 [email protected] Donner last year. The board is considering addressed quickly. The goal is to stop adopting a permanent rule that matches noxious activity at a residence before it ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE CHAIRS Architectural Standards the Fire District’s rule so that Tahoe Donner results in a formal complaint to the Rod Whitten General Plan [email protected] Michael Sullivan can enforce the ban in circumstances when Covenants Committee. [email protected] Covenants the Fire District is not involved. Again, all Finally, I am happy to report that the Trout Al Noyes + Len Leclerc Giving Fund proposed Tahoe Donner rules are subject to covenantscommittee@ Suzanne Sullivan Creek remodel project is on schedule – even tahoedonner.com [email protected] a 45-day member comment period. Elections Member Engagement with the diffcult weather conditions the Bette Rohrback [email protected] Public education is an important part of fre contractor faced. Congratulations to staff electionscommittee@ tahoedonner.com safety efforts. The Truckee Fire Protection and the contractor! Finance District is sponsoring two showings of an Corey Leibow Happy spring everyone! financecommittee@ award-winning documentary, “Wilder Than tahoedonner.com

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TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 5 FEATURE LoCALS GO GREEN 7 Easy Tips to Make a Big Difference for the Planet

By TIFFANY CONNOLLY 4 USE REUSABLES Marcy and Bob Thompson – Tahoe Donner Homeowners To cut back on unnecessary packaging, we buy bulk as much as we can and always bring our own reusable containers. On big grocery runs we bring a cooler for all of our perishables. We have 3 kids, and they bring their lunch to school 1every day in non-disposable containers. STOP UNSOLICITED MAIL Town of Truckee It takes a little time but putting in the effort to opt-out of unwanted mail can make a 3big difference in helping the environment. Here are four ways to put a stop to receiving unsolicited junk mail: • Get the Stop Junk Mail Kit at stopwaste.org. • Remove yourself from 6 DISCOUNT DUMPSTERS direct mail registries at Architectural Standards Office (ASO) – directmail.com. Tahoe Donner Association • Opt-out of receiving We recommend renting out green waste dumpsters in the unwanted catalogs at spring and fall. Use it for all of your pine needles, pine cones catalogchoice.org. and other green debris, especially when you are readying 2 • Discontinue the Yellow your property for defensible space. Tahoe Truckee Sierra Pages at your residence at Disposal has a discounted program for Truckee residents. yellowpagesoptout.com. Learn more at waste101.com and click on ‘recycling’ and then on ‘green waste.’ Learn more on page 12. GREEN SUSTAINABLE REMODELING Denise and Eric Strecker – Tahoe Donner Homeowners We created the goal of cutting down on buying new materials in our home remodel, so we reused siding from our house for parts of our addition. We also built a playhouse for our kids in which 90% of the materials were left over from our property 5and from other jobs around the community. We gave our old door to a neighbor who reuses them to make garden boxes and greenhouses. P"NT NATIVE The Villager Nursery Enjoy a beautiful garden this season and support the local ecosystem. Before building your garden, preserve the local native plants that are already thriving. Borrow from 4our natural surroundings for design guidance to create a sustainable site. Be sure and use drought tolerant, pest and disease resistant, native and adapted plants.

COMPOST FREE ENERGY AUDITS Denise and Brant Allen – Truckee Donner PUD Tahoe Donner Homeowners Energy audits help to determine where your home might be losing energy. Being We use a barrel type composter a more effcient home not only saves you money, but it’s also great for the planet. year-round. We leave it on our PUD customers receive a free energy audit with an energy specialist. Call to 6 schedule an appointment (530) 587-3896. deck and keep it clear of snow. In 7 the summer we use it in our kale/ veggie/herb garden. We expected to have issues with bears, but for WHAT TAHOE DONNER ASSOCIATION IS DOING some reason they have not messed with it and we are now in our second Lisa Foster, Purchasing Manager, is spearheading efforts to rid the employee break room of single- year of composting. Our composter use kitchen items. She phased out paper plates, plastic utensils and disposable coffee cups and is a round roller with a heavy base. replaced them with real plates, silverware and Tahoe Donner coffee mugs. She also put up signs Even if a bear did get to it, we think encouraging the staff to save paper and other resources in the Tahoe Donner offces. the best they could do is to roll it around. TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 7 ELIZABETH AND OLOF CARMEL FEATURE PRESERVING PRESERVING By TIFFANY CONNOLLY THE CAMPAIGN TO CONSERVE FROG LAKE, LAKE, FROG CONSERVE TO CAMPAIGN THE THE WILDS THE REDMOUNTAIN CARPENTERAND RIDGE “The Frog Lake region is Tahoe Donner’s backyard. We can get there without even leaving TD and, thanks to the generosity of Land Trust supporters, the proposed acquisition will expand the opportunities for all the sports we love to do in Euer Valley.” – KATHY ENGLAR, TAHOE DONNER HOMEOWNER AND PRESERVING FORMER DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR FOR THE TRUCKEE DONNER LAND TRUST THE WILDS

Behind Tahoe Donner and north between Euer Valley and Independence Lake lies a Shangri-La of pristine and virtually untouched Sierra landscape. Among these preserved FACTS + STATS wilds at 7,600 feet, a subalpine lake refects the majestic granite cliffs above. Tucked in among the old growth pine forest and steps from the clear blue lake sits an old lodge, made 2020 The year that the area will be open from hand-cut granite, built in the early twentieth century and enjoyed by the Smith family in to the public if the acquisition is the warm summer seasons. successful. The Land Trust has plans to Felix Smith acquired Frog Lake and the surrounding square mile of mixed conifer forest begin constructing new trails, install signage and create viewpoints. from the Southern Pacifc Railroad in 1930. The Smith family has been an integral part of the preservation of this landscape and it is The Truckee Donner Land Trust’s hope to continue in their conservancy. 2,234 Red Mountain and Carpenter Ridge Tahoe Donner homeowners have also been a driving force in securing the preservation of acreage being purchased from Sierra this section of the Sierra Nevada. In 2017, the Truckee Donner Land Trust completed the Pacifc Industries. acquisition of Lower Carpenter Valley with the help of several extremely generous donations made by TD homeowners. 680 Frog Lake acreage being purchased The Campaign to Conserve Frog Lake, Red Mountain and Carpenter Ridge also relies on from the Smith family. the continued support of donors. Without the help of generous individuals, the opportunity for acquisition may be lost. If the Land Trust is able to secure the funds needed, previously inaccessible access to the lake, valley and mountain ridges will be open to Tahoe Donner 7,600 FEET Elevation of Frog Lake. members in 2020, providing new opportunity for backcountry exploration. Working together as part of the Northern Sierra Partnership, the Truckee Donner Land Trust, 6.5 MILES The Trust for Public Land and The Nature Conservancy launched their plans to purchase Hiking distance between Alder Creek Frog Lake, Red Mountain and Carpenter Ridge in 2020 for $15 million, including stewardship Adventure Center and Frog Lake. costs. The acquisition of these sections of the Sierra Checkerboard will secure preservation efforts of the landscape and keep vital corridors open for large migratory wildlife as well as $10.9 MILLION open the backcountry to gentle human use and experience. Acquisition cost.

THE SIERRA NEVADA CHECKERBOARD $4.1 MILLION Recreational improvements and The Sierra Nevada is steeped in rail history. To aid in the expansion of the Transcontinental stewardship cost. Railroad in the 1860s, President Abraham Lincoln allocated every other square mile of the route to rail companies, while the remaining squares became National Forest. Areas of forest $8 MILLION that were owned by the railroads became available and were purchased by private entities Needed from federal and state grants. and logging companies, endangering the sensitive ecological balance that is so important to sustained natural development. The Land Trust’s proposed acquisition of Frog Lake, Red $7 MILLION Mountain and Carpenter Ridge will connect the landscape between Independence Lake Needed from private donors. and Euer Valley, linking pieces of the checkerboard and opening nearly 3,000 acres of land north of Truckee.

TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 9 THE WILDLANDS TAHOE DONNER HOMEOWNERS Preserving the wildlands behind Tahoe Donner is protecting its life-giving IN ACTION components and natural resources. It’s up to us to be stewards of this deli- “I am thankful that I could make the transition to the cate habitat to ensure it will be enjoyed by our children and grandchildren Land Trust and end my career with such a wonderful and for generations to come. organization,” says Kathy Englar, a Tahoe Donner WATERSHEDS: The watersheds in the Sierra Nevada provide more homeowner since 1997. When her daughter left for than half of the water needed for our communities. It is vital that these college, Kathy relocated to the area to live here full- watersheds are protected in order to ensure access to clean water. time, enjoying the networking and volunteering oppor- tunities she found and happy to be removed from the NATURAL RESOURCES: The acquisition would conserve a variety of hustle and bustle of Silicon Valley. In 2016, she joined important natural resources, including Frog Lake, mixed conifer forests, the Truckee Donner Land Trust as the Development aspen groves, creeks, mountain mahogany, wax currant, wild gooseberry, Director and oversaw volunteering and philanthropy. old growth trees and a swath of wildfower varieties. Kathy recently retired from her position but continues WILDLIFE: Area conservation ensures that migratory corridors remain open to be a champion of the Campaign to Conserve Frog for local wildlife like black bear, American badger, wolverine, Pacifc marten, Lake, Red Mountain and Carpenter Ridge. mountain lion, northern goshawk and the gray wolf, reported as visiting Many Tahoe Donner members have already contributed Nevada County in 2018. a signifcant amount to this monumental campaign. Still, more funds are needed to ensure that the TAHOE DONNER’S BACKYARD OASIS Campaign to Conserve Frog Lake, Red Mountain and “The project creates incredible recreation opportunities, Carpenter Ridge is successful. Every dollar makes a which will be right in Tahoe Donner property owners' difference and goes toward opening previously inac- backyard. It will also protect a variety of species and cessible backcountry for Tahoe Donner homeowners habitats, protect the headwaters of Prosser Creek and in 2020. Find out how you can donate by visiting The Truckee Donner Land Trust at tdlandtrust.org. create stewardship opportunities to manage forest health.” – GREYSON HOWARD, COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR, Tahoe Donner homeowners’ giving was pivotal in the TRUCKEE DONNER LAND TRUST 2017 purchase of the Lower Carpenter Valley, which lies between Red Mountain and Carpenter Ridge. If the campaign secures the funds for purchase, the expansion of Tahoe Without the many generous donations they made to Donner’s backyard in 2020 is extensive. the Truckee Donner Land Trust, the acquisition would not have been possible. • Frog Lake will be accessible from Alder Creek Adventure Center via a 6.5 mile hike. You may have spied Frog Lake if you have hiked along Warren Lake trail to the Frog Lake Overlook. • Proposed trail construction will include a network to connect Donner Summit, Frog Lake, Red Mountain, Crabtree Canyon, Carpenter Valley and Independence Lake, opening the wilds up to new backcountry adventures. • TD homeowners will enjoy a fresh area for backcountry skiing, snow- boarding and snowshoeing with access from the Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center. The Land Trust project includes plans to open the lodge at Frog Lake as a backcountry ski hut as well as build new huts for public use.

GET INVOLVED • Donate! Projects as important as this are not possible without the support of the community. Every dollar counts! • Join the “Hiker Challenge to Preserve Frog Lake.” Donations of $500 or more will be matched by an extremely generous Tahoe Donner con- servationist up to a total of $25,000. Visit tdlandtrust.org, click on “news” and scroll down to fnd the Hiker Challenge article to donate. • Host an event and educate friends and family about this important

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TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 11 BASIC SERVICES TRASH + RECYCLING By ANNIE ROSENFELD, Tahoe Donner Director of Risk and Real Property

Don’t let the snow piles fool you, spring and summer are just around the corner, and so is yard cleanup and defensible space work. Get a leg up by planning your cleanup activities now. GREEN WASTE CARTS When is trash day anyways? Are we on a recycling week or green waste Opt-in to receive up to three 96-gallon pick-up week? green yard waste carts. Green cart service is every other week.

In Tahoe Donner, trash and recycling pick-up day is Tuesday.

Blue recycling bags will be picked up every week. Place blue bags next to your garbage can to avoid any overage costs. All cardboard must be placed inside of the blue bag. GREEN WASTE Sign up for pick-up day reminders at DUMPSTER keeptruckeegreen.org/collection-reminders. Six-yard green waste dumpsters are available by reservation for a reduced Check keeptruckeegreen.com for pick-up week calendar. one-week rental of $70. Call TTSD to order at (530) 583-7800. Dumpster rentals do sell out, so book in advance.

BLUE BAG RECYCLING SELF HAUL Weekly curbside pickup CONTINUES Tahoe Donner homeowners can YEAR-ROUND. CONTINUE to drop off six yards of yard waste at Eastern Regional Landfll (ERL) for free.

BLUE RECYCLING CARTS CONTRACT HAUL Tahoe Donner homeowners can opt-in Contractors can drop off yard waste as part of their trash service. for free at ERL on behalf of AVAILABLE IN 2020. homeowners by providing a unique customer code from the online customer service system.

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SUMMER CAMPS

Set your child up for a summer flled with adventure and learning! Get details and sign up for camps at BUZZEVENTS. DINING. UPDATES. tahoedonner.com/summercamps. AQUATICS PROGRAMS From learning the basics with group or private lessons, to racing on the DOWNHILL SKI RESORT RECREATION swim team, kids can make a splash with our aquatics programs.

EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA HORSEMANSHIP CAMPS APRIL 21 | 11AM-1PM Riders ages 8-14 are invited to saddle- Kids 12 and under will enjoy an Easter up and learn the fundamentals of egg hunt, carnival games, spoon races, horsemanship, including grooming, face painting and more at The Lodge safety and riding skills. Restaurant & Pub. ADVENTURE DAY PROGRAMS FREE TRIVIA NIGHT Days packed full of outdoor discovery DAILY 8AM-4:30PM and adventure prepare kids ages 7-11 WEDNESDAYS | 6:30-8PM for a lifelong love of nature. LIFT OPERATIONS 9AM-4PM Gather your smartest friends and head to Pizza on the Hill for dinner, drinks CONDITIONS and trivia, with a chance to win prizes. tahoedonner.com/downhill FREE FAMILY MOVIE CLOSING DAY + DOWNHILL FRIDAYS | 6:30-8:30PM DUMMY CONTEST Join us at Northwoods Clubhouse for a APRIL 14 free family-friendly fick. Join us for the annual end of season bash! Enjoy a bounce house, live music KIDS NIGHT OUT and the traditional Downhill Dummy APRIL 5 + 20 | 5-9PM event, in which teams build unique Kids ages 4-9 are invited to dinner, DAY CAMPS dummies to send sliding down the hill games and more while parents enjoy a Five full days of learning and and off a massive jump. This year’s night on the town. Register on ShopTD. exploration, with age-appropriate theme is “cartoons.” Design judging activities that challenge and educate begins at 3PM and dummy launch kids ages 3-14. starts at 4:15PM. MARINA PROGRAMS 2019/20 SEASON PASSES Have fun on Donner Lake while ON SALE NOW developing water-oriented skills, Enjoy no blackout dates and ski free including stand up paddling, sailing, for the remainder of this season! kayaking and more. Passholders receive exclusive perks like discounts at Tahoe Donner BIKE CAMPS restaurants, retail savings and buddy Our mountain biking camps focus passes.* SNOWPLAY on providing a fun, safe environment where kids can improve their general SEASON PASS RATES PUBLIC MEMBER mountain biking skills while exploring Child (6 & under) $40 $25 Tubing and sledding for the the trails of Tahoe Donner. Child (7-12) $209 $179 whole family! Junior (13-17) $269 $219 GOLF CAMPS Junior Golf School players will learn a Adult (18-59) $374 $229 HOURS OF OPERATION Fridays | 1:30-4:30PM full swing, putting, chipping, pitching, Senior (60-69) $219 $189 Saturdays-Sundays | 9:30AM-4:30PM rules and golf etiquette and will even Super Senior (70+) $219 $25 get to play golf on the Tahoe Donner *Restrictions apply Closing for the season on April 14. Golf Course. GOLF COURSE

SEASON PASSES ON SALE APRIL 15 Purchase your season pass or play pack to lock-in the best golf rates of the season and receive passholder perks, CROSS COUNTRY SKI CENTER including discounted guest golf passes.

DAILY 8:30AM-5PM VIRTUAL GOLF THURS-SUN | 5-8PM (Season EARLY BIRD ACCESS Get ready for the season with “virtual” Passholders) 7AM weather permitting golf, complete with a coaching GROOMING REPORT learning center. Work on any facet tahoedonner.com/xc of your game! SAVE NOW. SKI NOW. Reservations 2019/20 season passes are on sale now! Please call (530) 587-9442 or email Passholders enjoy no blackout dates and [email protected] to make a ski free for the remainder of this season! reservation. Available for solo golfers Prices start at $274 for adult members through groups of fve. and $69 for members’ kids ages 7-12. Enjoy exclusive perks, including dis- counts at Tahoe Donner restaurants, 2-FOR-1 PRIVATE LESSONS THE retail savings and buddy passes. * IN APRIL *Restrictions apply Book a midweek private lesson, or private lesson package and a friend or XC SKI CENTER family member can join for free! Lesson BUZZ: SEASON EXTENDED packages include a day pass and rentals. Spring skiing is at its fnest! Enjoy Reservations must be made in advance warm weather Nordic while you can. by calling (530) 587-9484. Closing date to be determined, CLUBS conditions permitting. Stay tuned to TRAILS CLOSE AT 5PM fnd out if we are able to stay open Even though the days are longer, please through Easter weekend! remember that access is not permitted JUNIOR GOLF CLUB when our trails close at 5PM. Junior Golf Club is open to members’ children and their friends, ages 7-17 (younger players may participate EQUESTRIAN based on their ability to remain engaged). Whether you are here for SUMMER 2019 BOARDING HORSEMANSHIP CAMPS just a few days, or all summer, we would love for you to join us! The We offer long- and short-term horse Registration for Horsemanship Camps club is an opportunity for younger boarding throughout the summer. began March 5. We offer Level I and Level II morning and afternoon camps. golfers to work on skills and play the Reservations are required. Learn more course with players of similar ages at tahoedonner.com/equestrian. 2019 SESSIONS and abilities. June 17-21, June 24-28, July 1-5, July 2019 BOARDING RATES 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, July 29-Aug 2, We meet every Thursday at 2PM on the practice green. We begin with Our 12-by-24-foot partially covered pipe Aug 5-9 and Aug 12-16 putting games and drills, and then we corral paddocks are available and include Cost: Members $549, split out for some chipping lessons. At daily cleaning, watering and feeding. Non-Members $649 3PM everyone goes out on the course Deluxe paddocks are also available. to play nine holes of golf. Adult vol- unteers accompany younger players. Basic 12x24 Member Paddock Depending on skill, players will tee off Monthly $439 from the blue tees, 200 yard mark, 150 Weekly $119 yard mark or 100 yard mark. Snacks Daily $29 and drinks are provided. Basic 12x24 Non-Member Paddock Save your Thursday afternoons! More Monthly $589 details next month. Application forms Weekly $194 will be available in the Pro-Shop. Daily $47 Almost time to tee ‘em up!

THE BUZZ: CLUBS CONTINUES

*All prices subject to change. TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 15 THE BUZZ: CLUBS

TD 4 WHEELERS CLUB SENIOR ALPINE SKI CLUB WOMEN'S 9-HOLERS GOLF CLUB The active winter has impeded our February gave us all the snow early trail run schedule – we’ll get we could handle and then some. Golf season is coming! Those of us back on the trails soon enough. This It brought the largest snowfall for the who are not off on “golf travel” are winter I’ve met a number of fellow month since they have been keeping busy with winter sports and pursuits. TD residents who expressed their records at the ski slopes. We are taking in the great skiing and enjoyment of reading about our trips, staying fexible with yoga. To keep in In March, we carpooled to South Lake but never thought of joining us even touch this winter, we are also enjoy- Tahoe and stayed at the MontBleu though they have suitable 4WD vehi- ing local social events, such as our Resort Casino and Spa for a three cles. Their impressions were that we March luncheon. only do hard trails. We certainly do day ski trip at Heavenly Ski Resort, some hard trails but we also take easy with some taking side excursions to Forest Service roads to get to Fire Kirkwood. This was our third excur- Lookouts and other beautiful vistas. sion this year.

WANT TO JOIN THE FUN? We continue to have our local ski Our membership sign-ups began days twice a week. We have had to March 1. Our kick-off breakfast cancel a few due to the amount of will be on May 23 at The Lodge snow. What a difference from last Restaurant & Pub, with a round at year! We may continue our local ski Ponderosa Golf Course afterwards. days into April since we have so much If you have questions about our club snow. Check our calendar for the or would like to learn more, please schedule. contact our president, Shellie Poplin, at [email protected]. On March 20 we hosted a race clinic at the Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort. The next day, we hosted a friendly low-pressure race for all QUILT CLUB There are so many absolutely those from the clinic, or anyone else, spectacular places to visit in our who wanted to participate. We value The quilt represented shows a region but many people will never socialization as well as skiing, which is Bargello pattern and was assembled see them. In our trail descriptions at why these races are open to skiers of and quilted by Erica Sarouhan. The TD4wheelers.org we explain whether all levels. Bargello pattern is made from rectan- the trip is suitable for “stock” 4WD gles sewn into peaks and slopes with vehicles, including Tacomas, The evening of March 21 was our gradual color changes. This pattern Cherokees and Colorados – any season’s end awards dinner at has its roots in embroidered nee- high clearance 4WD. The Lodge Restaurant & Pub. We celebrated an epic year! dlework, not fabric. It can be traced Many years ago I inadvertently took back over 500 years to Europe, where our Highlander, not a high clear- Please visit our website at tdski.com some preserved pieces can still be ance 4WD, on the beginning of the for club information and full details found in museums. Rubicon from Blackwood Canyon and dates for upcoming events – the map said it was a county road. throughout the year. If you would like You should have seen the looks we to join our club, contact one of the got from the Jeeps coming the other board members listed on the website direction. It was a white-knuckle or just click on the tab to sign up. trip but we somehow made it safely We are always looking for those who with only a small dent in the muffer. enjoy downhill skiing. Driving with a single vehicle on an un- known road wasn’t the smartest thing to do. This is the type of thing being Our Quilt Club has all levels of in the club avoids while fulflling the quilters and we learn from each question, “I wonder where this road other. We meet on the frst and third goes?” Check out the run schedule at Wednesday in the Meadow Room in TD4wheelers.org – look for those that Northwoods Clubhouse from say suitable for stock 4WD as your 1-3PM. If you have questions, frst trip. please contact Marilyn Dundas at [email protected]. THE BUZZ: DINING

APRIL HOURS Wed-Sun | 5-8:30PM HAPPY HOUR Wed-Sun | 5-6PM Enjoy food and drink specials, including $5 Coors Lights, $6 drafts and $6 house wines. APRIL HOURS BRING BACK THE MAC $12 PORK SANDO + Dinner served 5-9PM April 6-12 | 5-9PM BEER SPECIAL The Pub opens at 5PM Sample a fight of four different Available all April! Come in for a pulled mac ’n’ cheese creations and vote on pork sandwich and a draft beer – all PUB HAPPY HOUR your favorite! The winning recipe will be for $12. Daily | 5-6PM featured on the new spring menu. Enjoy drink specials and 25% off pub FREE TRIVIA NIGHT fare, soups, salads and appetizers in The EASTER BRUNCH BUFFET Wednesdays | 6:30-8PM Lodge Pub. April 21 | 10AM-2PM Gather your smart friends, order pizza Join us for an Easter Eggstravaganza and play for prizes. All ages welcome. NO CORKAGE TUESDAYS and all-you-can-eat brunch. Adults Bring a special bottle of wine and we’ll receive a complementary mimosa or PORK + PINTS waive the corkage fee. champagne. Bring the entire family for Every Thursday night at Pizza on the Hill the carnival games, egg hunt and visit enjoy a pork-inspired menu, in addition WILD WEDNESDAYS from the Easter Bunny. Reservations to the regular menu. Nachos, street Enjoy Happy Hour pricing all night long recommended. tacos, sliders, mac'n'cheese, pizza, throughout the entire restaurant. $3 beer specials and more. FREE WINE TASTING BURGER + BEER MONTH Friday, April 26 | 5-6:30PM FREE MOVIE NIGHT Enjoy one of the best burgers in town Sample sparkling wines by Gruet Winery, Fridays | 6:30-8:30PM with a beer (bottle or draft) or a glass then stick around for special pricing the Bring your PJs and order pizza for a of house wine for $15. Available any time rest of the night. new family-friendly flm each week. throughout the entire restaurant. CINCO DE MAYO PARTY $13 PIZZA SUNDAYS SPRING MENU May 5 | 5-9PM Let us do the cooking with cheese or The spring menu goes live on April 19. Come in for great Mexican food specials, one-topping pizzas for $13 each for Details coming soon! $3 Mexican beer specials and $6 house- dine-in or take-out. Limit 10. made margaritas. Not good with any 12850 NORTHWOODS BLVD other offers. 11509 NORTHWOODS BLVD (530) 587-9455 (530) 582-9669

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STRIVING FOR A SUSTAINABLE TRAIL SYSTEM By CHRISTINA THAYER, Tahoe Donner Trail Manager

Bears aren’t the only ones hibernating under winter’s white blanket this year. Our trails are also enjoying a well-deserved rest and soaking up some much needed moisture. As we wait for the snow to melt and our trails to emerge from their slumber, Tahoe Donner’s trail department is planning a busy summer of sustainable trail improvements. We aim to maintain a vibrant and healthy system of multi-use trails for a diverse set of visitors. Our goal of supporting an ecologically sustainable, diverse and recreational network of connectivity is an ever-evolving process that requires participation from both staff and members. To achieve our goal, we are increasingly embracing the collaborative efforts of partnerships, volunteers, agency assistance and consultants. These relationships help shape the vision of our trail system and allow us to seek new solutions to complex issues. One thing is clear: Tahoe Donner homeowners love trails. So how do we best design a trail system to suit the recreational needs for current use and for generations to come?

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN SUSTAINABLE TRAILS We’re incredibly fortunate to have access to some of the most NEED A CULTURE OF SHARED stunning vistas and terrain in the Truckee area. Tahoe Donner’s multi- RESPONSIBILTY use trail policy means that pedestrians, equestrians and cyclists have Our trails are not only a means of connecting people to equal access throughout our trail system, though the tread require- the land, but they also foster an opportunity for community ments needed to sustain each user group is often vastly different. stewardship and collaborative partnerships for environ- What makes for a good trail experience for one group may not be mental protection. Tahoe Donner’s incredible trail system appealing to another. We continue to evaluate the individual needs of should inspire trail users of all types and ability levels to each trail. Key considerations when planning or improving our trails: engage in stewardship opportunities and sustainable- use practices. LOCATION We seek desirable connectivity, adequate soils, interesting features You’ve probably heard the term, “sharing is caring.” and areas outside of wet drainages and natural water fow. This couldn’t be more appropriate for our trail system.

GRADE SHARE THE TRAIL A sustainable grade will be different for every trail, depending Say hello to others and follow trail etiquette guidelines. on desired diffculty and conditions. Trails have a variety of uses, All user groups have the same right to be out enjoying the vegetation and soils that may dictate the feasibility of keeping a trail. Be friendly and communicate with each other! grade under a desired percentage, typically 10-15%. Trails are located on a side slope, following a curvilinear alignment, and are rarely on SHARE THE SWEAT EQUITY fat ground, as this creates areas of poor drainage and rutting during Participate in volunteer trail work days and encourage mud seasons. others to do the same.

STRUCTURES/FEATURES SHARE THE RESPONSIBILITY You may have noticed that Tahoe Donner’s terrain is mostly hilly and Be sure to report hazards, pick up after your dog and exhibits an abundance of wet areas. Those beautiful granite rocks take waste with you, stay on designated trails, wait for which may pose a trail challenge are helping to hold the tread dry conditions, obey signage and trail closures and together and stabilize erosive sites. When routing a trail around wet please don’t cut corners. areas is not possible, rock is the preferred treatment to stabilize the surface and protect our watershed from erosive sedimentation. You’ll SHARE THE EXPERIENCE notice turnpikes, bridges, retaining walls and water diversion features Share your stories, pictures and vision of TD’s trails. being installed in the coming years. Rocks may even be placed in the For more information, contact Christina Thayer, trail. Learn to love them! Trail Manager, at [email protected]. TAHOE DONNER PRESENTS JULY 5 WOODIE & THE LONGBOARDS BEACH BOYS TRIBUTE NEON VELVET SUMMER PARTY COVER BAND JULY 6 FOG CITY SWAMPERS CREEDENCE CLEARWATER & SOUTHERN ROCK TRIBUTE CONCERT HOLLYWOOD U2 TRIBUTE U2 COVER BAND

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TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 19 FEATURE

BEST OF TAHOE DONNER LOVE THE EARTH + COMMUNITY By WENDY SPEICHER

As Old Man Winter gives way to what may be the most anticipated spring of the last decade, it’s time to turn your attention to the foundation of what inspires this amazing mountain experience—Earth. Whether Tahoe Donner is your frst home, second home, weekend retreat or just a beautiful place you’re passing through, the opportunities to get in touch with nature and surround yourself with other people who appreciate this planet just as much as you do are endless. Start off with these eight ideas and you’ll be on the right track. TREVOR CLARK BEST 2-FOR-1 DEAL TAHOE DONNER CROSS COUNTRY BEST PLACE FOR OUTSIDE DINING SKI CENTER ALDER CREEK CAFE Friends make almost everything more fun. So whether What better way to enjoy a warm April day than by you have never tried skating or striding, or you know eating alfresco? Head up to Alder Creek Cafe at Alder you could get a little better if you just had some Creek Adventure Center to enjoy a tranquil, peaceful instruction, head up to Tahoe Donner Cross Country vibe, healthy dishes and a sunny patio complete with with a friend for a two-students-for-the-price-of-one picnic tables, fre pits and a brilliantly snowy view. midweek private ski lesson until the end of the season. Reservations are required. Call (530) 587-9484. BEST NIGHTS FOR PARENTS APRIL 5 + 20 BEST CLOSING DAY PARTY Happy moms and dads make for happy families and TAHOE DONNER DOWNHILL a better planet. So do yourself, and the world, a SKI RESORT favor and drop the kids (ages 4-9) off for the night at Come say goodbye to one long, sensational ski season Northwoods Clubhouse for Kids Night Out. Kids enjoy at Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Resort on Sunday, April a movie, dinner, arts and crafts and camaraderie, while 14. Celebrate with live music, a bounce house, food parents get a few hours of freedom (priceless). and drink specials and the annual crowd-pleasing WHEN: April 5 + April 20 Downhill Dummy Contest where cartoon-inspired creations will be sent sliding down the hill and up and TIME: 5-9PM over a massive kicker. Dummy judging starts a 3PM and COST: $22 member | $29 guest launch happens at 4:15PM. Free with a lift ticket/pass. REGISTER: (530) 587-9400

BEST PLACE FOR EASTER BEST PRICE ON SKI PASSES THE LODGE RESTAURANT & PUB TAHOE DONNER DOWNHILL SKI Your one-stop-shop for everything Easter is at RESORT + CROSS COUNTRY SKI CENTER The Lodge on Sunday, April 21. Family-friendly Save some green in your pocketbook by getting entertainment includes age-grouped egg hunts for 2019/20 season ski passes early and enjoy free children through 11 years old, carnival games, face skiing for the rest of this season. Passes are available painting, crafts, popcorn and cotton candy. For an for the Downhill Ski Resort and Cross Country Ski extra memorable day, book Easter brunch reservations Center, or purchase a combo pass for double the fun. and enjoy such decadent offerings as succulent king Passholders enjoy no skiing blackout dates and get crab, tequila lime tri-tip, basil breakfast strata, New York special perks, like retail and restaurant discounts. cheesecake and so much more. A complimentary glass Lock-in the best rates now as they are only available for of champagne or mimosa is available for adults. Make a limited time. Head over and buy your pass today at reservations by calling (530) 587-9455. tahoedonner.com/skiseasonpasses.

BEST WAY TO GO GREEN FOR BEST PLACE TO RAISE THE BARRE EARTH DAY TROUT CREEK RECREATION CENTER TOWN OF TRUCKEE If you’re looking for a fun, new workout that targets If you’re looking for a way to truly make a difference the most crucial core components of a well-balanced this Earth Day, help the Town of Truckee save 50,000 body, it’s time you try out Barre Above. The class green waste bags from going into the landfll this year weaves elements of Pilates, yoga, aerobics and by getting a reusable green waste bin from the Town. strengthening exercises for dancers to help you sculpt Green waste pick-ups begin in May and are scheduled a rock-solid mind and body. Offered Mondays 8-9AM every other week. Order your green waste bin at Trout Creek Recreation Center. Members $12 drop- before April 15 to get it delivered for free. For more in, guests $16. information, visit keeptruckeegreen.org.

TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 21 45 DAY NOTICE PROPOSED NEW COVENANTS RULE + FINES: SEASONAL OUTDOOR WOODBURNING FIRE BAN

A covenants rule and fne are proposed to provide the board of The purpose of the new proposed rule would be to set in place a directors the ability to act on a violation of the Truckee Fire seasonal prohibition of outdoor wood burning fres and charcoal Protection District Nevada County Ordinance 03-2019, a seasonal grilling to reduce the risk of a wildfre and to promote the health fre ban on outdoor woodburning fres, including charcoal grills. and safety of the members. The board of directors is expected to take action to adopt the The effect of the rule prohibits all private properties, and Tahoe proposed new rule and fnes, as they are presented here or with Donner amenities from having outdoor wood burning fres some modifcation, at its June 2019 meeting, currently scheduled for including charcoal grills, smokers and other woody material Friday, June 21. The board welcomes any input you may wish to offer burning devices during declared fre season and other hazardous regarding this process. fre conditions.

BACKGROUND The proposed new rule for a seasonal outdoor woodburning fre ban is as follows: Members-at-large, board of directors and management voiced their concern about the extreme wildfre danger conditions Seasonal Outdoor Woodburning Fire Ban. California and the region are experiencing relative to homeowner Tahoe Donner properties are subject to Truckee Fire Protection warming fres and association-owned warming fre pits and their District Ordinance 03-2019 which bans wood and charcoal fres, potential to cause a wildfre while these dangerous conditions are including outdoor freplaces and barbecues, during periods present. Recommendations for a temporary ban on warming fres, designated by Truckee Fire Protection District. A violation of this at a minimum as a wildfre prevention measure, were made last ordinance shall also constitute a Tahoe Donner covenants violation. summer and continue to be common feedback.

As a result of these concerns, the board of directors enacted The proposed fnes relating to the violation of the Seasonal emergency rules to temporarily ban outdoor woodburning fres Outdoor Woodburning Fire Ban are as follows: and charcoal grills for the safety and health of the members in August 2018 and ending in December 2018. This emergency • 1st violation of the rule, a fne may be assessed of up to $5,000 temporary ban remained through the end of the high fre danger maximum fne. season. The board’s enactment of emergency rules was done • Should there be subsequent violations within a one-year period under the powers and authority of the association provided under from the frst offense, fnes will double per violation up to the Covenants and Restrictions. maximum $5,000 per fne assessed. • Suspension of amenity privileges for a minimum of 30 days may Following the end of the emergency temporary ban, the board be considered. directed staff and the Covenants Committee to draft a proposed rule for discussion and possible enactment following a 45-day member comment period. KEY DATES: Truckee Fire Protection District adopted Nevada County Ordinance April 1, 2019: 03-2019 on March 19, 2019, which is a backyard recreational/ 45-Day Member Notifcation and comment period begins. outdoor fre ban ordinance which will ban backyard fres (except for gas fres and fres in campgrounds) throughout the fre district April 27, 2019: during the state declared fre season and other high fre hazard Board of directors meeting; hears additional member conditions. The ordinance includes the ban of charcoal grills. The comment, discussion item only. new ordinance allows local and state fre agencies to enforce the May 18, 2019: rule and extinguish these fres. Board of directors consider taking action on proposed new The proposed language for the new Tahoe Donner rule is drafted rule and fnes with or without some modifcations. based on previous work and member feedback on the topic in 2014, the August 2018 Emergency Fire Ban and the new Truckee Fire Protection District Nevada County Ordinance 03-2019. Draft Your comments are welcome fnes relating to the violation of this proposed rule were prepared via email: [email protected], or based on the board’s emergency fre ban fnes that were scheduled US mail: Tahoe Donner Association, 11509 Northwoods Blvd., last year. Truckee, CA. 96161. THE REPORT

COVENANTS, COMPLAINTS + ENFORCEMENT By ANNIE ROSENFELD, Tahoe Donner Director of Risk and Real Property

TAHOE DONNER COVENANTS RULES

QUIET HOURS LIGHTS OUT Loud music, barking dogs and late-night partying are Enjoy the mountain stars and minimize light pollution by prohibited from 10PM-7AM. turning off outdoor lighting after 10PM.

PETS ON LEASH NO DRONES Pets must be on leash at association facilities and must Drones are prohibited on association-owned property, be within voice control on Truckee streets. Don't forget to including the trail system and all open space, unless pickup after Fido, too. authorized by Tahoe Donner management.

NO SMOKING NO CAMPING Smoking is prohibited on association-owned property, No camping on private residences, including in tents, cars, including facilities, parking lots and open space. garages, RVs, etc.

LOCK UP TRASH INOPERABLE VEHICLES All trash must be stored in your bear-proof container, never No dilapidated, unlicensed or inoperable vehicle, trailer, placed in neighbors' containers or dumped anywhere in boat, airplane, recreational vehicle or commercial vehicle Tahoe Donner. shall be stored on the properties, except within a fully enclosed structure.

PARKING NO DUMPING Parking vehicles off-pavement, on another person's Leaving unwanted or “free” items on the street or property or on access easements, is prohibited. association-owned property, including furniture or sports equipment, is prohibited.

HOW TO MAKE A WHAT INFORMATION TO WHAT HAPPENS NEXT PROVIDE Tahoe Donner staff will make every effort COVENANTS When making a complaint, be prepared to to contact the owner of the property being COMPLAINT provide: complained about, share details about the complaint and request voluntary • Your name, address and email. compliance. Staff will: 1 Call (530) 414-8166 (8AM-5PM and • Address of property being 8-11PM daily). complained about. • Call the primary phone number on • Nature of complaint with times occurring. fle and speak to the owner or leave a 2 Email [email protected]. • Evidence: photos, video, etc. message. 3 Submit at onestop.tahoedonner.com. • How this behavior is affecting you. • If no answer, call additional phone num- • What actions have been taken bers on fle to speak with or leave mes- (e.g., called police). sage for owner or designated contact. • Email the owner via any email on fle. • Send follow-up email to the complainant confrming attempts to contact owner.

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2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION INFORMATION + KEY DATES TWO POSITIONS OPEN FOR JUNE ELECTION

KEY ELECTION DATES MARCH 29 MAY 25 Applications to run for the board became available Candidates Night (live broadcast available) APRIL 30 JUNE 8 Applications to run for the board are due no later than 4PM Candidate Meet and Greet #2 MAY 11 JUNE 21 Candidate Meet and Greet Vote at Northwoods Clubhouse from 9AM-5PM MAY 20 JUNE 23 Ballots mailed to all members Election day, Association Annual Meeting + BBQ

LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE KEY DATES AND THE ELECTION AT TAHOEDONNER.COM/BOARDELECTIONS

WHY YOU SHOULD VOTE FIVE BOARD MEMBERS MAKE A HUGE IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY + YOUR INVESTMENT

THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS GOVERNS:

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ORGANIZATIONAL ANNUAL BUDGET NEW + ONGOING OPEN SPACE AMENITY PRICING GOALS The board sets annual CAPITAL PROJECTS PRESERVATION Ski and golf season passes, The board establishes assessment dues to fund Amenity improvements The board sets the daily access fees and governance culture, sets reserves and operations, are decided on by the Trails Master Plan and peak pricing are all set short-term rental rules, allocates resources within board, like the Trout makes property purchase by the board. establishes violation established guidelines Creek Recreation Center decisions to expand fnes, selects member and more. expansion and the recreational opportunities committees and more. installation of the new and provide Snowbird Chairlift. defensible space.

DO WE HAVE YOUR CURRENT MAILING ADDRESS AND EMAIL? Ensure you receive your ballot and key elections information. Update your contact info today at tahoedonner.com/contact-update. THE REPORT

BOARD MEETING We’ve moved! RECAPS VISIT OUR NEW SHOWROOM 10026 MEADOW WAY, TRUCKEE (LOCATED BEHIND MOUNTAIN COMFORT FURNISHINGS)

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING February 23, 2019

ACTION • Consent Calendar Items 5-0 • Finance Committee Adds Two Members 3-2 For Specifc Appointments See Meeting Minutes • 45-Day Notice – Rules for Fire Safety 5-0 A Floor Everyone Will Love • 2019 Election Procedures and Voting Record Date 5-0 • Member Engagement Committee’s Role of Engagement in the 2019 Member Elections 3-2 • Member Engagement Committee Charter Amendments 4-1 • Short-Term Rentals 5-0 • Reconsideration of the Board’s Approval of a Roof Over the Sales and Installation Stairway in between Parking Lots at the Lodge Restaurant & 530-587-0102 Carpet | Area Rugs Pub 5-0 | • Capital Projects Approval to use Development Funds to PrecisionFlooringTruckee.com Hardwood | Luxury Vinyl Cork 10026 Meadow Way, Truckee Investigate Projects: FREE ESTIMATES | COMPETITIVE PRICES Grade Mile Run 5-0 OUR NEW SHOWROOM LOCATION! Expand Downhill Snowmaking 4-1 CA LIC# 978756 Snowmaking at Snowplay and TDXC 5-0 • Approve a Semi-Annual Review of The Lodge Restaurant & Pub’s Banquet Business 4-1 • Unaudited 2018 December and Unaudited 2019 January Vacation this Summer Financials 5-0 … without leaving home

NO ACTION • Committee/Task Force Reports • Human Resources Committee Charter Amendments • Member Comment – Proposed 2019 Architectural Standards Fee and Fine Schedule • Review Preliminary Draft Governing Documents Update • Capital Project Status Priorities • Association-Wide Member Survey • Trout Creek Expansion Project Report • Banquet Tent Acoustical Report

UPCOMING BOARD MEETINGS Saturday, April 27 – Regular Meeting Saturday, May 18 – Regular Meeting Friday, June 21 – Regular Meeting + Election Ballot Meeting Sunday, June 23 – Annual Meeting of Members + Picnic

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THANKTAHOE DONNER GIVING YOU FUND DONORS

Thank you to all of the Tahoe Donner Giving Fund donors for making 2018 a huge year of growth for our charitable giving! Between January 1, 2018 and February 28, 2019, the Giving Fund received direct gifts from the following donors to a total of $148,703. With this generosity, the Giving Fund is able to provide grants to area non-profts and support deserving graduates with scholarships, including the new $50,000 Impact Scholarship funded by an anonymous donor. Thank you. In words and actions you have declared, “TAHOE DONNER CARES!”

Anonymous Donors (8) Rick and Holly Elfman Todd A. Kaminski David and Lois Parsons Jay and Betsy Adams Pam and Mike English Derek and Lisa Kirkland Mr. Zach Pehling Courtney and Ben Allen Don and Lois Ermak Mark and Ginger Kubo Mr. and Mrs. Tim Pellegrini Mr. and Mrs. George T. Argyris Trevor and Jeanette Fagerskog Craig Labadie John and Mary Podesta Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Asimow Merle and Michael Fajans Harry N. Lalor Graham and Lynette Powell The Aufmuth Family Foundation David Falconer Nicholas and Yuko Lee Tom and Peggy Prescott B&T Bookkeeping, Inc. April Filer Don and Susan Lenz Nancy and Joseph Radovsky Rick and Lisa Barr Susan Fox David and Tricia Lively Mr. and Mrs. William Ramsey John Biebl Janice Francis Dave and Julie Lydick Norma and Anthony Rems Ms. Suzanne Bird Ms. Dianna Freeman Mr. and Mrs. Tom Malko Linda F. Rintala John M. Blackmore The Fuller Family Doug McCann George and Bette Rohrback Ms. Barbara Botta Dick and Karolyn Gander Steve and Vivian Thomas Ryan George and Leealyn Brandt Marsha and Ralph Guggenheim Goldman McClure Tom and Jill Sampson April and Daniel Bullock Jon and Connie Hartung Doug and Mary McWilliams Mr. and Mrs. Don Scherer Robert and Carolyn Bunje Mr. and Mrs. Frank Havlik Ed Melia Amy R. Schonfeld Elizabeth and Olof Carmel Peggy Headley Toni J. Moore Elsie Morgan and Jack Seitz Greg and Julie Celotti Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hentz Cameron and Marcia Murray Mr. and Mrs. Brian K. Service Mr. Edward W. Coble Jeanie and Jimmy Hill Mr. Dave Robinson and John and Anne Shelchuk Ms. Sharon Newhall Marie and Jim Colbert Peter Himes Ms. Linda Slattery Norm and Alice Nicholls Ed and Barbara Czerwinski Mr. William R. Jackson and The Smith Family Donna and John Novitsky Gary and Shirley Day Ms. Jacqueline Holen Jean and Tom Snider Dan and Nanci Odishoo The Drummon-Dulberg Family Harold F. Honath, Jr. Mr. Kenneth J. Souza Bill Jensen Ms. Tina Lucas and Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Dudum Mr. Thomas Ostrom James and Lydia Stang Jennifer Jordan George and Kathy Duff Sheryl Parks Charlene Staples Linda Joseph

MAKE A GIFT TODAY AT TAHOEDONNER.COM/GIVING-FUND Randall Starkey OUR FOUNDING Jan and Esther Stearns PARTNER: Pete and Karen Stine Whose contributions cover all our operating expenses. Mr. John Stubbs Shaun and Suzanne Sullivan Tahoe Donner Men’s Golf Club Dr. Alette Coble Temple Virginia Vadnais Mr. and Mrs. Ronald M. Van De Pol Kim and Terry Watson Janet A. Weaver Jay and Jeanette Wertheim Mr. and Mrs. Alastair Westgarth THANK YOU Frances White We again thank everyone who Mr. and Mrs. Ken Wienholz purchased a ticket to the annual Claude and Carol Wilson dinner, participated in the silent auction, and/or added dollars Mr. and Mrs. James M. Wilson to your Summer Concert on the The Wolf Family Green tickets. Together we are Steven and Rebecca Wong making a difference. Craig Wyreman Dennis Zaiko and Linda Ruiz- Zaiko SHOWING GROWTH Robert M. English and NUMBER OF DONATIONS/ Anna Maria Zara DOLLAR AMOUNT Janet and Charles Zipkin 2017 2018 $50,000 2 IN HONOR OF: $20,000 1 Rob and Kathleen Ambrogi $5,000 2 Dan and LeAnn Asimow FOCUSED ON A Mike and Joan Bereczky $3,000 3 Richard Botta $2,500 1 BETTER YOU James and Sophia Burton $2,000 2 Karen A. Coble (2) Brad and Lina Fisher $1,500 1 Rose Kent $1,000 7 7 Sean and Dorina Kohler $700 1 Lina Lee and James Kim $563 1 Alex and Stephanie Pereira $500 16 11 Stella Rothman Keith and Ashley Savageau $300 1 Alan and Lindsey Schroeder, $250 10 12 Karen and Mike Nanevicz $200 6 4 Jerry Underdahl and Steve Brandwein $150 4 $100 42 71 IN MEMORY OF: $65 1 Dick Bird (2) $50 15 21 (530) 213-0225 Sourdough Jake out of Truckee David Staples $25 4 9 www.tahoeorthopedicsandsports.com Charles Weaver $20 1

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BEAUTY AND BENEFITS OF A Healthy Mountain Meadow Submitted by THE TRUCKEE RIVER WATERSHED COUNCIL

When you spend time hiking in the Truckee River watershed, there’s LEARN MORE: a good chance you will fnd your way to a mountain meadow. There are few places as majestic as a mountain meadow - the beauty and COME TO A RIVER TALK lush contrast of meadows compared to the surrounding forest make Did you know that Tahoe Donner has three watersheds them favorite destinations. which fow through and originate within its boundaries? Trout Creek‘s and Alder Creek’s headwaters start with the Meadows cover only a small fraction of the landscape but are critical snowmelt and natural springs in Tahoe Donner. Forks of to the health of rivers and downstream water supplies. There are Prosser Creek run through the Euer Valley and a portion of few landscapes that safeguard our rivers’ headwaters as well as a Lower Carpenter Valley. These three creeks fow directly into healthy meadow. the Truckee River, playing an important role in the vibrancy Healthy meadows provide outstanding natural benefts: and health of the Truckee River watershed. • Meadows store spring foodwaters and release cool fows in Join Tahoe Donner and the Truckee River Watershed Council late summer. for a short, informative River Talk about past and present • Grasses and soil flter out sediment and pollutants. threats to the Truckee River. Learn what you can do to help • Flowers and plants provide high-quality forage and habitat for restore and protect this natural resource. At this informal, rare and threatened species. one-hour presentation, you will: These delicate ecosystems have been disrupted by human activities • Learn how human impact has damaged the Truckee River that include grazing cattle that can alter the landscape, stream alter- Watershed. ation due to historic mining, and conifer encroachment as a result of • Hear about the work the Watershed Council is doing to fre suppression. These factors can infuence meadows in the region reverse this damage and protect the Truckee River now by degrading streams, drying the meadow surface, decreasing and in the future. carbon sequestration, lowering the groundwater table, increasing • Get a virtual tour of our restoration projects and see the susceptibility to invasive species and diminishing aspen communities. results of our outreach programs. Drought and food cycles accelerate the degradation. • Meet and socialize with fellow river-lovers. Over the last 10 years, a series of large-scale meadow restoration • Become part of the solution. projects have improved water supply, water quality and habitat for Space is limited – make sure and reserve your spot. fsh and wildlife. RSVP: Email Annie Rosenfeld at [email protected] For more information, visit the Truckee River Watershed Council WHEN: Friday, April 19 | 5:15-6:15PM website at truckeeriverwc.org or email Brenda Gilbert at WHERE: Northwoods Clubhouse | Meadow Room [email protected]. FEATURE

BEAUTY AND BENEFITS OF A

EMPLOYEE PHOTO CONTEST Healthy Mountain Meadow On average, Tahoe Donner receives 350 inches of snow each year. This February, we received 274 inches (over 22 feet!) giving us a season total of 458 inches on the last recorded date of March 20 (as of publication). Our employees captured some impressive snowy moments and submitted their photos for a recent “Februburied” photo contest. Congratulations to Alan Sanetra for winning frst place, and for your hard work digging out the ski resort!

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BRIEFS

encouraged to enter the lottery for storage PEAK PERFORMER spots at Beach Club Marina. Different stor- age products are available based on vessel type (kayak or SUP). The price for all kayak and SUP storage is $225 per spot regardless of location. There will not be the option to purchase a specifc product for lakeside or exit side. Due to limited quantities, members must enter a lottery for storage spots. To enter the lottery, use your ShopTD account to purchase BERTO MARTINEZ the desired storage product during the pur- SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTOR chase period of March 21-April 4. On April DOWNHILL SKI SCHOOL 6 (time TBD) a lottery will be held at Alder Creek Adventure Center, with storage spots Every day, Berto comes to work with a smile assigned numerically as names are pulled. Peak Performer is Tahoe Donner’s new and positive attitude - even if it’s a shovel employee recognition program. Employees day. He always takes the initiative to help You will be notifed via email with are nominated and each month two winners set-up and tear-down at events, and he lottery results. Anyone not receiving a are selected and celebrated for their communicates well with management, fellow spot will have their credit card refunded. outstanding performance and superb coworkers and his students. Berto also asks The products are available now at guest service! questions and tries to fnd new ways to shoptd.tahoedonner.com. Please read and improve his teaching skills. It’s his frst year understand the complete rules and get instructing, and his students have a great more information on the website. time with him! TDA FINANCIAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY UPDATE Need a service? Look in the directory 2018 AUDITED, ANNUAL REPORT IN of local businesses including carpet PROGRESS cleaners, contractors, tree companies, • $651,000 or 11% favorable to Budget 2018 designers, painters and more at Net Operating Results (audited). tahoedonner.com/businessdirectory. • $67 million in total assets as of 12/31/2018, up $2.8 million or 4% to prior year end. WRITE A LETTER • $2.4 million in Operating Fund members DARREN DAVIS TO THE BOARD equity as of 12/31/2018 (after $500,000 COMPLIANCE INSPECTOR transfer to capital funds). Balance exceeds Do you have a question or concern ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS OFFICE policy contingency balance by $1.2 million. about the association? Provide feedback • $15.8 million in Capital Funds reserves Darren Davis has gone above and beyond to help improve the overall association. members equity as of 12/31/2018, an during every storm in the month of Febru- Submit your comments and concerns increase of $1.7 million or 12% to prior year ary and works hard to assist both members at [email protected]. end. Saving for future capital needs of the and staff. For example, when fre sprinkler Learn more at tahoedonner.com/feedback. aging infrastructure of the association. repair was needed, he stayed late to wait for the repair company. He helped a tractor 2019 CURRENT YEAR PROGRESS operator fx and replace a wheel on Skis- 2019 KAYAK + SUP • 2019 Budget Revenues of $14.2 million lope and is known for helping members and STORAGE LOTTERY are $1.8 million or 14% greater than 2018 their guests, on more than one occasion, Budget. A known moderately aggressive with stuck vehicles. He regularly goes out to Tahoe Donner members wanting convenient, revenue budget for 2019, factoring down- assess any home damage and sends photos season-long summer storage for kayaks hill snowmaking benefts, aggressive price to the homeowners. and/or stand up paddleboards (SUPs) are increases for guests and public (moderate increases for members), and introducing peak period pricing for Guests/Public (not THE LODGE Proudly Serving Members). RESTAURANT & PUB Truckee & Tahoe-Donner • 2019 to date – favorable performance to Budget; with great skiing conditions and WINS AGAIN For Over 25 Years record snowfall in February The Lodge Restaurant & Pub is delighted January fnancial results – revenue to be recognized as a winner in the favorable $354,000, net operating 2019 Diners’ Choice Awards for its sixth results favorable $236,000. consecutive year. The Lodge ranked high February fnancial results – revenue among voters and was recognized in the favorable $112,000, net operating Best Food, Best Value and Most Booked results favorable $60,000. categories. Congratulations to Chef Lew March fnancial results – trending Orlady and the entire staff at The Lodge favorable to Budget in revenue and net for continuing to provide a superb dining operating results. experience for its guests. Diners’ Choice Award winners are selected DEMO SKI AND based on feedback from diners who book reservations through opentable.com. The RETAIL SALE AT TAHOE Lodge has been reviewed by well over 800 DONNER DOWNHILL people and is known by Open Table diners Tahoe Donner Downhill’s end of season sale as a Neighborhood Gem. Full Service is going on now! Swing into the ticket offce Painting Contractor or the rental shop through April 14 and get 30% off select retail, outerwear, clothing, helmets and accessories. 530.587.7525

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TAHOE DONNER NEWS | 31 WHERE IN THE WORLD IS TD NEWS?

ZERMATT, SWITZERLAND Annemieke and Daniel Howsepian skiing with the Matterhorn in the background. They were there as part of the semi-annual tour of ski patrollers from Squaw Valley.

MT. WHITNEY Justin and Shea Boitano at the top of the highest peak in the ”lower 48“ at 14,505 feet.

MACHU PICCHU George and Ellen Slater and John and Shirley Zuorski explore Peru.

PARIS Paulette and John McGregor with granddaughter, Olivia Omar, celebrating Paulette’s 70th Birthday by traveling in Europe!

SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS Email your “Where in the World” photos to [email protected]. Please submit only JPG fles of 300 dpi for printing. Photos must include LAKE LOUISE, ALBERTA 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 Esme Roberts and her dad, Mark, hiked to the top of the Big could take several months to see your photo published. Beehive trail where you can see the Fairmont Chateau in the distance. Selling Your Property? It’s Our Specialty. Contact Elder Group Tahoe.

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