History
and Notes for the Twin Lakes Property Owners’ Association
The Twin Lakes Subdivision Property Owners’ Association was
formed May 29, 1971, when approximately 50 property owners met with one concern:
the creation of a trailer park and marina between the Lakes. They were successful in keeping the proposed
plans from happening. Prior to their
success, concrete block structures in the lake had been put up (removed in
2007) and an old small wooden structure had been moved onto the property.
The first newsletter was sent out on June 18, 1971. At the end of 1971, the Association
conducted an election for the Board of Directors. Prior to this election, Leonard Dobson, Hank Eitel, and Bertha
Burns acted as the Interim Board.
The annual meetings commenced July 1, 1972 in Bridgeport.
The following is a history of the TLPOA, including
highlights and excerpts from the annual meetings and other sources. A few small
historical tidbits of interest have been added.
1972
- Mono
County said it was within years of furnishing trash pickup in the Twin
Lakes area.
- Several
residents complained about the quality of the water system.
- Lahonton
Water Quality Control Board took samples of water from the Lakes.
- Membership
dues: $35 to join and $10 a year for members.
- Incorporation
was being looked into.
- All
members should practice fire Prevention.
Norman Annett is under contract with the US Forest Service to fight
fires at a moment’s notice. The US
Forest Service is very pleased with his cooperation.
- “Subdivision”
dropped from Association’s name.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $1,726.79.
1973
- Lahonton
Water Quality Control Board was short on funding and the Association paid
up to $200 to have 50 water samples taken from the Lakes during July,
August, September, and October.
- Association
bylaws were printed and available to all members.
- Mono
County Health Officer, Dr. Charles Lear, issued a public notice stating
the water was “contaminated, dangerous, and unsafe for human consumption
until such time as deficiencies in the system are corrected and further
notice is given.” Various
purification systems were discussed.
- Sherriff
Bill Evans answered questions about patrolling private roads. He suggested putting up signs stating
“Private Property, No Trespassing.”
- Hank
Eitel reported on plans to put in a 96-unit travel trailer park at Twin
Lakes Resort. He also had plans to
construct a grocery store, boathouse, and a laundromat. The expected
completion date was Spring of 1974. The grocery store, laundromat, and a
16-unit travel trailer park were completed.
- Lahonton
Water Quality Control Board reported finding no pollution in the Lakes
last year and will continue to monitor the Lakes.
- A suggestion
was made that owners of cabins with unpainted metal roofs could paint them
so the glare from the sun was not such an annoyance to other residents.
- Mr.
Sande, Director of Planning for Mono County, apologized for not proceeding
on a zoning plan for the subdivision.
The Association decided to question the property owners; the
results were that 80% of the property owners were in favor of R-1 zoning.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $2,561.08.
1974
- Lahonton
Water Quality Control Board stated no contamination was found from any
home in the Twin Lakes subdivision, however, Mono Village and Twin Lakes
Resort were two problem areas.
- There
was discussion of a survey to determine the feasibility of tying a sewer
system in with Mono Village, but the cost was too prohibitive and the
project was tabled. Progress on the Mono Village sewer system would be
followed.
- The
Planning Department’s proposal to impose certain restrictions concerning
building in avalanche areas was discussed.
- Fire
Protection was again mentioned. It
was agreed that each homeowner should be adequately insured and maintain
some form of fire-fighting equipment.
- The
Board of Directors discussed applying for IRS exemption for the
Association.
- June
18, 1974, Mono County re-zoned this area from “GP” to “R-1.”
- January
2, 1974, the Craig’s cabin was destroyed by fire (formerly Jack Thompsons,
formerly Hahns).
- The
Treasury had a balance of $2,989.85.
1975
- Any
complaints regarding camping on subdivision property are to be reported to
the Mono County Zoning Officer.
- Mono
County is looking into the feasibility of supplying TV to the Twin Lakes
area.
- The
TLPOA’s attorney will submit a letter to the Lahonton Water Quality
Control Board and the Mono County Health Department, expressing the
Association’s opposition to the formation of a Community Services Sewer
District.
- A
committee was established to investigate re-activating the Architectural
Committee. Findings will be given
in the 1976 annual meeting.
- Dr.
Charles Lear, County Health Officer, reported that the Labrosse Spring
water is now potable.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $2,528.18.
1976
- There
was discussion about the installation of entrance and exit signs for the
subdivision.
- It
was decided that re-activation of the Architectural Committee would require
51% positive vote from all of the property owners.
- Lahonton
Water Quality Control Board letter to the Association was read in regards
to preventing water pollution before it occurs.
- The general
membership meeting lasted 1 hour, 15 minutes. The shortest on record.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $3,353.79.
- A
fishing license, to fish for trout in Twin Lakes and other inland waters,
cost $9.
1977
- “No
Parking” and “No Camping” signs were on display.
- Attorney
Mr. Fowles was retained for the Association’s business.
- Lahonton
Water Quality Control Board is still testing the water in the Lakes.
- Sherriff
Strelneck talked about vehicles camping along Twin Lakes Road. The problem of people camping along the
“buffer zone” that belongs to Twin Lakes Enterprises will have to dealt
with by the Annett’s. The Sherriff
cannot legally enforce or put up speed limit signs.
- The
Association would like to keep out all kinds of trailers as a form of
residence.
- There
was a discussion about fire prevention inside and outside your home.
- The
condition of roads in the subdivision and who is responsible for
maintaining and repairing them was discussed. A committee was formed to investigate upgrading the roads.
- Al
Annett agreed to maintain the water system for six months. He suggested that the Association take
the system over year round after that time.
- TV
reception - $.20 per $100 assessed valuation to go to project. Phase One to start in July or August.
- Due
to a fire in the Buckeye canyon, the Sheriffs Department orders a
mandatory evacuation of the National Forest Service campgrounds along
Robinson Creek. Order does not extend up to the subdivision.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $3,725.23.
1978
- Board
of Supervisor, Coy Ziglar, reported on Proposition 13; the three lives
lost during the avalanche, Hank Eitel, Robert Marti, both participants in
the original homeowners meeting in May of 1971, along
with George Morse lost
their lives; search for the bodies now called off; the approval of the use
of sailboats on Twin Lakes by County ordinance; and paramedics (there are
two at Walker/Coleville—one on and one off at all times).
- Fire
Prevention—several people have fire hoses/nozzles at their homes. Due to a mice problem, it was suggested
to hang the hoses—but this is not a fool-proof method.
- Reuben
Brasser was designated as the TLPOA’s historian.
- County
will not improve the road between the Lakes. Problem becoming serious because of the amount of traffic.
- The
“No Camping” signs seem to be working.
- The
Water System—“It appears that this will always be ‘unfinished’ business.”
- There
are three channels of TV reception available in the Twin Lakes area.
- Jay
DeLaney presented a plan outlining a disaster area plan for the Twin Lakes
area. Judge Roberts reviewed and
approved the plan.
- First
mention of TLPOA parking stickers for cars belonging to homeowners.
- An
inquiry was made as to whether the County has made any avalanche study.
- There
has been a 37% increase in residential structures under construction in
the past two years.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $4,281.85.
1979
- A
summary of codes and regulations governing development of property in the
Twin Lakes subdivision was presented.
- District
Ranger Sayre discussed the final plans for the new campgrounds along
Robinson Creek. He was asked about
control of fire in the subdivision, and he responded that they would try
to keep the fire from spreading, but that their personnel were not trained
for structure fires.
- Members
asked if they could have the Fish and Game Department place prominent
markers as to the 250’ limit so we could identify the area off limits.
- Sherriff
Strelneck recommended locking gas caps on all vehicles to keep gasoline from
being taken.
- A
suggestion was made for the possibility of forming a Fire District.
- Supervisor
Ziglar informed members about the ordinance change for parking off-road to
accommodate the winter parking for our area.
- TLPOA
filed with the IRS as a non-profit organization.
- Wayne
Long to contribute leftover rock and dirt to fill in the bad spots in the
roads. Norm Annett to also be
contacted about the conditions of the road.
- There
was discussion about investing the Association’s funds.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $4,689.30.
1980
- Initiated
a request for a County Ordinance to prohibit overnight camping along the
roadside adjacent to Upper and Lower Twin Lakes.
- There
was support for the establishment of an annual fee for the TV district.
- The
Architectural Committee was re-activated.
- There
was a proposal to fix Patterson Drive with drain rock and fill dirt. Item tabled for another year.
- Fire
Protection provided by US Forest Service.
It was suggested that residents perform good housekeeping both
inside and outdoors to prevent fires.
- Tom
Hill, Chief Building Inspector for Mono County, stated that some of the
older residences in the subdivision were not up to code. He had several suggestions: set up a
strong fire prevention program; form our own Fire Protection District; and
annex to the Bridgeport Fire Protection District. This was indicated to be very costly
and it was referred to the new Board of Directors.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $5,540.94, of which, $4,000 was invested in a CD
earning 11.75%.
1981
- Policies
and procedures were put in place by the County for the plowing of snow on
Twin Lakes Road and notification of residents.
- There
was discussion about the money in the Treasury being used for the purpose
of the enforcement of the CC&Rs.
- Mono County
passed an ordinance which effectively keeps mobile homes out of the
subdivision.
- Power
failures—SEC will be contacted to see if the two large resorts can be
removed from the grid for the subdivision.
- Mr.
William Kennedy, Manager of Fish Spring Hatchery, and a resident of Twin
Lakes Estates, talked about the history of fishing and the Lakes. Key points: Lower Twin is 149’ at its
deepest; Upper Twin is 112’ at its deepest; German Browns were the first
fish planted in 1925; Rainbow trout were planted in 1927. He also spoke of the fiscal problems of
the Fish and Game Department.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $7,168.79.
1982
- The
purpose of the Association is to have a substantial amount of money
available to enforce our CC&RS.
- Due
to the efforts of Dorothy Roberts, Twin Lakes Road was striped.
- “No
Parking” signs have been installed on Twin Lakes Road.
- Avalanche
zones were established as blue and red zones.
- June
1982, Mono County Supervisors created the Snow Technical Advisory
Committee.
- The
entire meeting took 1 hour and 15 minutes tying the record for the
shortest meeting set in 1976.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $8,743.26.
1983
- Record
winter snowfall—no homes damaged from slides.
- Twenty-six
pound, five ounce German Brown caught in Lower Twin Lakes—a state record.
- New
entrance sign for the subdivision in place. A second sign was approved.
- Traffic
and camping on Patterson Drive discussed.
- Discussion
of “No Fishing” signs by the bridge.
No solution on how to keep them from disappearing so quickly.
- Motion
passed and committee formed to contact Bridgeport Fire Department on
protection in the Twin Lakes area.
- Motion
passed to seek legal advice as to who owns the roads and upkeep of the
same throughout the subdivision.
- Motion
passed to post speed signs on Patterson Drive.
- First
annual Labor Day picnic.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $10,189.81.
- The
US Forest Service embarks on an ambitious upgrade of the campgrounds on
Robinson Creek. It was hoped that it
would increase the number of camping sites from 136 to 379 by 1991. The plan started with the replacement
of the bridge over Robinson Creek adjacent to Lower Twin Campground. This was started after Labor Day and
the detour was through the subdivision. The project was to be funded over
10 years, however, by 1986 the project was out of money. The entire project was not completed
and the new campgrounds of Boulder and Monarch never opened. This is now the site of the bio-mass
drop off site (burrow pit).
1984
- Motion
passed and Board of Directors directed to send out letters and take the
necessary and proper action to declare and maintain the subdivision roads
as private property.
- Motion
passed requesting all property owners, as well as association members, to
contribute to a permanent road fund for annual subdivision road
maintenance.
- Motion
passed to investigate the possibility of a bike path along Twin Lakes
Road.
- Safety
Pamphlet to be created and mailed to all Association members.
- A
committee was formed to propose changes to the CC&Rs.
- Motion
passed that all funds in the Association’s Treasury, with the exception of
$500, be transferred to a special Legal Expense Fund. Fifty percent of future membership
proceeds to go to the Legal Expense Fund and fifty percent to be spent at
the discretion of the Board of Directors.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $12,334.41.
1985
- The
annual meeting was cancelled at the last minute due to, according to Bill
James, “negative elements causing dissension.” The erection of gates leading into the subdivision (which
came down as fast as they went up) and the subsequent restraining orders
and litigation caused a lot of turmoil.
- Meeting in September??????
- The
Treasury had a balance of $15,584.15
1986
- Five
homes were lost due to avalanches in February.
- Litigation
regarding public parking and “No Parking” signs complete. Ordinances approved and recorded. Signs in place. The whole process cost the Association
$18,272.24.
- Extensive
report on litigation and outcome (positive) given by President
Frybarger. Final Memorandum of
Understanding was signed in 1989.
For further information, see the Association’s sign manual.
- Avalanche
report—research and discussions on-going.
- Motion
passed and membership dues increased to $20 a year.
- California
State record Brown Trout caught in Upper Twin Lake, beating the previous
record holder caught in Lower Twin Lake by 3oz., weighed in at 26lbs, 8oz.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $1,271.54 (Twenty-one members donated money to
help build up the Treasury.)
1987
- Avalanche
report—1982 State of California required all counties to identify their
hazards. Mono County still working
on providing funding for a better map.
TLPOA not satisfied with the progress.
- Motion
passed for a voluntary assessment of $100 per property owner for the
purpose of an Avalanche Legal Fund.
- Lahonton
Water Quality Control District has drilled 11 wells in the Twin Lakes area
and will be taking samples during 1987 and 1988.
- Mr. Bill
Bryant, Fire Management Officer for the USFS, Bridgeport District, showed
a film on fire safety. He stated
that there is no fire protection in our area except for what the USFS can
provide.
- Mono
County Board of Supervisors approved a $30 tax on all single family
residences for solid waste benefit assessment.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $2,806.07.
1988
- California
Regional Water Quality Control Board—Lahonton Region, provided a letter
with the results of samples taken in 1987 as part of the Twin Lakes
Phytoplankton and Groundwater Monitoring Study. Sampling will continue through 1988.
- Avalanche
Report—Mono County is focusing primarily on noticing (which can consist of
signs; homeowners must notify potential buyers that they are in an
avalanche area; Persons building new construction will be required to sign
an acknowledgement form. The
Association has urged the County to designate our area as an Avalanche
Influence area rather than restricted to Blue and Red zones.
- Mr.
Walter Aron is seeking to break our R-1 zoning to be able to put trailers
on his property. He requested the
Board of Supervisors to nullify our CC&Rs. The request was denied.
With his purchase of an additional lot, bringing his total lots to
three, he indicated that he wanted to start a trailer area.
- Sherriff
Strelneck asked that the Sherriff’s Department be notified of all who
enter the area in the winter, length of stay, etc.
- August
2, 1988—Mono County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a general
plan amendment 88-01, amending the avalanche policies, maps and text of
the Mono County Safety Element.
Checks in the amount of $58.90 were returned to all homeowners who
donated $100 to the Avalanche Legal Fund.
- Bridgeport
Reservoir ran dry in the Fall.
- October
5, 1988 an informal hearing was conducted at the Mono County Health Dept.
which included members from the Health Dept., Dept. of Health Services
Public Water Supply Branch, State of California Public Utilities
Commission, and Twin Lakes Enterprises to discuss deficiencies of water
system and possible corrections. Currently, the water does not meet
County, State, or Federal regulations and needs to be brought up to
California Safe Drinking Water Act standards. Twin Lakes Enterprises said
the system was not intended for this many people and was only required to
supply water in the summer. Suggestions coming out of the meeting included
the following: work should be done on the Twin Lakes Enterprises water
system first, then on the Mono Village water system; send a letter to all
homeowners advising that the water should be boiled until further notice
as a precautionary measure; Mono Co. Health dept. will contact the
president of the Twin Lakes Property Owners Association to see if the
Association would like to take over the water system in the form of a
Mutual Water Company—Twin Lakes Enterprises was in favor of this but would
not sell the land, only lease it back to the formed water company; a
suggestion was made to install water meters; Twin Lakes Enterprises
willing to drill two wells. The final agreement was that Twin Lakes
Enterprises would contact a California Registered Civil Engineer to do a
study for alternatives with a report to the Health Dept. by March 1, 1989
and work started in spring of 1989. Twin Lakes Enterprises will keep free
chlorine level at the required minimum and that the Public Water Supply
Branch will train Twin Lakes Enterprises on the proper testing procedures.
The Health Dept. will advise Twin Lakes Property Owners’ Association of
the problems and the immediate actions to correct them, including any
financial ramifications.
- The
Treasury had a balance as follows: Checking account $602.04; Savings
account $961.40; Avalanche Legal Fund $7,369.47.
1989
- CC&R
additions included the completion of exterior of new structures and a more
complete definition of temporary or portable living quarters on vacant
property.
- Bill
Reid, County Supervisor, answered questions from the membership regarding
mining in Bodie, the waste disposal fee, and an update on the television
system. Cable television has come
to Bridgeport, but he did not know if the cable company would bring it to
the Twin Lakes area. He also said
he would check on having a traffic survey done for speed on Twin Lakes
Road.
- Mr.
Hook spoke regarding water problems.
The State and County feel the best way to have a good water supply
is to get rid of surface water.
They are trying to secure low-interest funding for Mr. Annett so he
can revamp his system.
- The
Association’s Board of Directors renewed their subscription to the Board
of Supervisor’s Agenda.
- The
Treasury had a balance as follows: Checking account $975.54; Savings
account $4,307.33; Avalanche Legal Fund dissolved (after the rebates).
1990
- The
road situation was discussed along with a new Memorandum of Understanding
regarding roads.
- The
condition of roads was again addressed, specifically where Patterson meets
Twin Lakes Road. The Road
Committee was assigned to study the problem.
- Mr.
Swick, District Ranger, Bridgeport, stated effective June 28, 1990, the State
of California has closed the entire state from any type of open
burning. This is the fifth
straight year of drought.
- Concerns
were brought up about 4-wheel all-terrain vehicles moving through the
subdivision.
- Concerns
were brought up regarding the quality of television reception.
- California
Regional Water Quality Control Board restrictions on septic tanks for lots
over 1/2 acre or 22,000 square feet, instead of the 15,000 square foot
previously reported.
- July 1,
1990, the State of California will test our drinking water to make sure it
is up to safe drinking water standards.
- No
change in fishing season dates.
Year round fishing in the Sierra region did not pass.
- TLPOA
petitioned the Department of Fish and Game to have the entire area between
the Lakes, not just the 250’ closed to fishing during the months of
September through October.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $6,406.81.
1991
- Numerous
leaks were reported in the water system during the winter season.
- Supervisor
Bill Reid reported that last year, the Mono General Hospital had a loss of
$900,000. Mr. Reid is advocating
that the status of the hospital be changed to a 24-hour emergency clinic. However, the hospital classification
will not be dropped at this time.
- The
speed limit on Upper Lake was brought up due to excessive speed of water
craft, endangering the fishing boats and their passengers. Mr. Reid will look into this.
- As
far as television reception, efforts for improvements are being aimed at
signal strength, rather than the addition of more stations.
- A new
well was drilled, but the water quality was not satisfactory. Residents should continue to boil water
for 15 minutes.
- The
US Forest Service has set aside $429,000 for a boat ramp at the North end
of Lower Twin Lake. Many conflicts
have arisen. The TLPOA was in
favor of the position taken by the Bridgeport Ranger District.
- SB
2827 was introduced to permit any manufactured home to be placed on
permanent, solid foundation anywhere in California on single-family
residential lots. Efforts to curb
this bill have been unsuccessful.
Mono County requires a minimum snow loading of 110 pounds per
square foot. Manufactured homes
can only meet 95 pounds per square foot; so they can be restricted from
this area.
- Non-compliance
with our CC&Rs requires the Association to take legal action to
enforce them. Both the State and
County can over-rule them. Mr.
Reid will see if Mono County will adopt our CC&Rs into their County
regulations, relieving us from the necessity of having to go to court.
- There
was s complaint of old foundations and walls being an eyesore and possibly
a health hazard.
- A
drive-through study and the findings will be taken to the Health and
Safety Department.
- Suggestion
was made to help our image in the area, by making contributions in two
areas: Sherriff’s Department anti-drug programs and the Bridgeport Fire
Department (for their efforts in fighting the fire near Chirco’s and
Widdowson’s cabins two years ago).
$100 to be donated to each.
- Road
Committee report: The County can adopt a “zone of benefits” which would
allow the County to assess and collect fees for the improvement of our
roads under certain conditions. We
must prepare a petition and obtain at least 10% approval by the property
owners. Preliminary estimate of
assessment per lot would run $1,000.
No decision made at this time.
Opinion poll mailed to property owners.
- Concerns
were voiced about the stability of the bridge—there was fear that the iron
and steel could be deteriorating.
- Received
no response on our petition last year. (TLPOA petitioned the Department of
Fish and Game to have the entire area between the Lakes, not just the 250’
closed to fishing during the months of September through October.)
- The
Treasury had a balance of $8,485.78.
1992
- Replacement
of main water lines. Al and his
son, Norm, outlined the general activities they have taken to improve the
water system and the water itself.
Currently replacement of the deteriorating metal pipe with a new 6”
plastic pipe is progressing on an “affordable” basis. The cost of the system is $50 per
foot. Fire hydrants cost $1,000
each; neighbors can go together to reduce the individual cost.
- Proposed
road improvements. The County’s
“zone of benefits” is the best way to collect the monies. Too many questions could not be readily
answered, so the majority was in favor of postponing further action.
- Security—Crime
has made its way into our area.
Four cabins were broken into and items stolen.
- Home
identification for emergencies—Marion Burris prepared maps of the
subdivision, identifying all homeowners by name. This was provided to Fire, Ambulance, and Sherriff.
- Adopt
a Highway—TLPOA has established a four-mile stretch of Highway 395, West
of Bridgeport. Our obligation is to
clean up the area three times a year.
Looking for volunteers.
- TV
Committee to meet with Supervisor over TV equipment upgrades.
- Donations
were made to DARE and Bridgeport Fire Department of $100 each.
- Old
cement boat landing still exists in the Lower Lake. Efforts continue to try and get it
removed. (removed in 2007)
- County
permits for septic tank installation have nearly reached the maximum
number that was set up. Future
permits probably will be approved, but with a great deal of paperwork
involved.
- UPS
to make deliveries in the Twin Lakes area.
- Road
Survey sent out to all Association members.
- Twin
Lakes Enterprises informs the Association that they are strictly opposed
to paving any roads in the Twin Lakes subdivision. Letter on file.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $11,057.12.
1993
- Very
heavy snowfall in winter. Five
homes were either destroyed or severely damaged due to avalanches.
- Street
improvement proposal was soundly defeated.
- Water
system—Two new wells will be online within one month. Rate increase to go before the
California Public Utilities Commission.
Probability of yearly rates to be initiated.
- Feasibility
study underway for the installation of a fire hydrant near the bridge.
- A
suggestion was made to complete the subdivision entrance monument and sign
with a suitable brick or stone base.
- Fire
Protection—Feasibility study underway for the development of volunteer
firefighting capability. Bill
Niederer was assigned Chairman of the Committee to represent the TLPOA in
this effort.
- Bo
Turner, Mono County Sherriff, discussed new numbering system for all
parcels in the subdivision. Each
parcel now has an address, which is used in the 911 emergency system. He also advised anyone entering the
area in the winter to notify his office.
Road identification signs are being prepared to aid the various
responding agencies.
- Plans
moving ahead to have a float in the 4th of July parade.
- Donations
to DARE and Bridgeport Fire Department of $100 each.
- $100,000
is set aside for the improvement of the TV signals.
- New
35mile-per-hour signs will be installed from the laundry building through
to Mono Village on Twin Lakes Road.
- The
US Forest Service has imposed restrictions on all off-road vehicles west
of Upper Twin Lake to the Yosemite border, including bicycles.
- After
no response to our two previous petitions. (TLPOA petitioned the
Department of Fish and Game to have the entire area between the Lakes, not
just the 250’ closed to fishing during the months of September through
October.) Received a response to
our third petition from the Executive Director for Fish and Game. The proposed new fishing regulations
will be taken up in the Fishing Commission’s meeting regarding proposed
changes in the 1994-96 Sport Fishing Regulations. Subsequently, the regulations were
passed. Now, the waters between
the two Lakes are closed to fishing from September 14 until the close of
fishing season.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $13,715.61.
1994
- The
membership overwhelmingly approved the proposal to annex Twin Lakes Estates
into the Bridgeport Fire District.
Volunteer firefighters to be recruited from property owners. Opposition from the Fire Commission
needs to be overcome.
- The
TLPOA Fire Protection Committee met with County Supervisors and the
Planning Department to discuss annexation into the Bridgeport Fire
Protection District.
- $100
permit has been approved and purchased to cover the proposed replacement
of monuments for the subdivision entrance signs.
- Unfinished
structures—County will only handle on a case-by-case basis if a nuisance.
- It
was learned the County will not provide street signs. The signs can be purchased from the
County, but the County will not install them.
- The
TLPOA logo was created by Bob Thompkins.
The new emblem was favorably received by the membership. It is used
on our stationary and has been used on hats and coffee mugs.
- Plans
in place for a parade float using Ben Haberkorn’s trailer, featuring
participants “Peeking into the Past” with a stereoptician viewer, and
“With an Eye to the Future,” as if gazing into a crystal ball.
- Norm
Annett asked that property owners check with him to determine water line
easements before making any major excavations or installing permanent
structures.
- A
motion was approved to donate American Flags to each classroom at
Bridgeport Elementary school.
- $100
was donated to the DARE program and to the Friends of the 4th
of July.
- Motion
approved to ask Twin Lakes Enterprises to notify property owners in
advance when work is likely to produce dirty water in household water
systems.
- The
County plans to invest in new TV equipment to improve TV reception.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $14,058.21.
1995
- Heaviest
winter in years. Snow slides in
March buried three homes on Kirkwood Drive.
- TLPOA
participated in the 4th of July Parade and won a trophy for the
Best Musical Float.
- $100
was donated to the DARE program and to the Friends of the 4th
of July.
- The
Twin Lakes subdivision was annexed into the Bridgeport Fire Protection
District, all without an increase in property taxes, thanks to the hard
efforts of the TLPOA Fire Protection Committee, chaired by Bill Niederer
and assisted by Ben Haberkorn, Bob Burris, Will Lundy, and Roger Ruddick.
- Supervisor
Bill Reid reported that $31,000 was allocated by the County to the
Bridgeport Fire District for the protection of the Twin Lakes subdivision.
- The
Bridgeport Hospital is now officially an “urgent care center.” It is
operated under contract, which was recently renewed for 8 years, for an
annual fee of $400,000. This is
the only arrangement of its kind in the State of California.
- Supervisor
Bill Reid stated that it was not feasible to establish lower speed limits
on Twin Lakes Road. He would look
into “Deer Crossing” signs as an alternative.
- The
local dump will be converted in about a year to a gated, manned transfer
station, limited to access three days a week.
- Need
for applicants as volunteer firefighters for the Twin Lakes area. Volunteers will need to commit to 7
months of training, 1 or 2 evenings a week, plus 20 hours of medical
training. They must attend weekly
training meetings and have a valid driver’s license.
- It
was suggested that members check their homeowner’s policy for avalanche
coverage, notably for the wording “weight of ice and snow.” If in doubt, it was suggested that
policy owners get a letter from their insurer stating that the coverage is
in effect.
- A
$500 contribution was made to the Bridgeport Fire Department.
- Limitations
on broadcast power are causing TV reception problems.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $15,138.94.
1996
- Water
System—North side of the subdivision has serious leaks in piping. Six-inch plastic pipes will start to be
installed in September. Water
quality reports may be obtained from Mono County.
- Request
from a property owner whose home was destroyed in the 1986 avalanche to
place a trailer on her property during the summer only. After an extended discussion, it was
denied.
- A
one-acre parcel of land east of the Laundromat is being acquired by the US
Forest Service for the eventual construction of a two-vehicle fire
station.
- Fire
Prevention will be enforced by both the Bridgeport Fire Department and the
US Forest Service.
- TLPOA
presented a plaque to retiring County Supervisor, Bill Reid, for his 12
years of service.
- Contributions
were as follows: $500 to the Bridgeport Fire Department; $100 to the
Friends of the 4th of July; $100 to the DARE program; $100 to
the Bridgeport Elementary School; and $100 to the Mono County Animal
Control Puppy Mill Intervention.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $16,387.04.
1997
- Major
flood in Walker River Canyon closed Highway 395 for months. It was called a 100-year flood.
- January
3rd flood also caused washout of Robinson Creek Bridge on Twin
Lakes Road.
- Newly
elected County Supervisor, Ed Inwood, spoke of the allocation of land for
the fire station. It had been put
on hold for 18 months due to inaction of the US Forest Service. He suggested a letter-writing campaign
to Congressman John Doolittle.
- Dump
access was established on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. We are trying to get Saturday changed
to Sunday.
- Supervisor
Inwood reported on requests for large increases in the water allotment
from the Bridgeport Basin Water.
He noted that 75% of the Bridgeport Basin Water moving to Nevada is
lost due to evaporation and transpiration.
- TLPOA
again won a trophy for its participation in the 4th of July
Parade.
- A
letter was sent to Norm Annett on behalf of the Association, thanking him
for the part he played in saving the dam on Upper Twin Lake during the
flood of January 1997. A potential
catastrophe was averted due to his quick thinking and ultimate
action. $3,000 in heavy equipment
was rented by Norm. TLPOA took
donations for the money spent on equipment.
- Report
all violators of fishing regulations to the Sherriff’s Department.
- Residents
on the North side of the subdivision were instructed to boil drinking
water.
- Water
system—1,200 feet of new pipe has been installed. Norm plans to complete another 1,000 to
1,500 feet this Fall.
- September
26, US Forest Service signed a lease with the Bridgeport Fire District for
land for the new fire station.
Bids for construction to go out in March of 1998.
- Labor
Day picnic cancelled.
- Contributions
were as follows: $500 donation to the Bridgeport Fire Department; $200 to
the Friends of the 4th of July; $200 to the Bridgeport
Elementary School; $100 to the DARE program; and $200 to Walker Flood
Relief.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $18,286.31.
The old 2 hole bridge, now replaced with a 3 hole bridge, due to the flood of '97.
1998
- Cold
temperatures and even snow in late May.
- Members pass a TLPOA
by-laws change to provide for the immediate past president to serve as an
ex-officio Board Member for the ensuing two-year term.
- Color-coded
maps provided showing status in improvement in water system. System now has eleven fire hydrants.
- Permit
was approved for a fire station in the Twin Lakes area. It is currently in the engineering
stage.
- In
order to complete repairs or flood damage to property above Twin Lakes
Road, the US Forest Service is requiring six property owners affected to
sign liability releases, to which they object. A committee was formed to investigate how the homeowners
could appeal the matter.
- To
assure coverage for 911 service, property owners must have their street
address number visible on their property.
- No
change in dump hours, however, our request for Sunday hours is still
open. Twin Lakes homeowners pay
$60 in tax-assessed fees for waste disposal. Residents who use their homes less than six months a year
may apply for a fee reduction.
- Claims
by the Paiute Shoshone Indian reservation for increases in water
allocations continue to threaten water resources in the Walker
River-Bridgeport Basin. A Water
Users Association has initiated a $10 million study to find an equitable
solution for all interests. The
Army Corp. of Engineers believes that improvements in the desert channel
for Walker River could save an amount of water equivalent to the allotment
increases requested. Supervisor
Inwood requested a mailing list of TLPOA members for communicating
developments on these issues.
- Contributions
were as follows: $200 to the Bridgeport Fire Department; $100 to the
Friends of the 4th of July; $100 to Bridgeport Elementary
School; and $100 to the DARE program.
Discussion was held about increasing the amounts. However, it was felt that the Treasury
funds should be held for any serious legal expenses that could arise.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $20,218.13.
1999
- Water
system—progress is still being made on replacing lines.
- Supervisor
Inwood said that Mono County was attempting to develop a fish-enhancement
program to raise fish on the Conway Ranch and plant them in Mono County
waters.
- Cal
Trans to be conducting a corridor study for the Bridgeport Valley.
- Re-paving
of Twin Lakes Road will begin on July 5, 1999.
- New
fire station—one bid was received to construct the station for $200,000,
but the project only has a budget of $100,000. Chief Booher is investigating all options. The access road to the lot is complete.
- Chief
Booher reported that if your house is within 1,000 feet of a fire hydrant
and within 7 miles of a fire station, you should get a better insurance
rate.
- Chief
Booher said that his master plan is to put in three pumping stations in
the Twin Lakes area for fighting fires in our canyon.
- Legal
action—TLPOA vs. Walt Arons—His plans are incompatible with the
CC&Rs. With the help of
attorney Baumwohl, we are attempting to get an injunction, which will
prohibit Mr. Arons from proceeding with his same plans as in 1988.
- US
Forest Service is planning a new 25-unit campground and will repair flood
damage done at Honeymoon Flat Campground.
- Twin
Lakes Resort has new owners who plan to put in a restaurant, restore or
remove the old lodge, and to add ten new cabin units. New owners are also pursuing
winter-time operations.
- During
early spring flooding, Norm Annett’s crew hauled logs out of the
spillway. They moved in large
rocks and bolstered the bridge.
- The
property between the Lakes and the road along the Lakes belongs to and is
maintained by Twin Lakes Enterprises.
Please do not cut trees on this private property.
- In
order to replace pipes on Lakeshore Drive, a temporary culvert will be
installed. Norm would like to know
if we want to have the culvert made permanent. He will contact the property owners most affected by this.
- Membership
accepted the design submitted for the new entry monument. Installation of the monument is going
forward.
- Motion
passed to spend $2,500 to purchase a second fire pump if the Fire
Commissioner’s match the cost of it within this fiscal year.
- It
was suggested that Mike Booher or Norm Annett give a demonstration on
activating the fire hydrant.
- Concern
was expressed about an unsightly generator on Hunewill Drive, which was
emitting a disagreeable odor.
President Brown to contact the owner of the machine. Letter was sent August 9, 1999. It was
finally moved in 2002.
- Informed
by Mono County Department of Public Works, that since all the roads in the
subdivision are private, they will not put in street signs.
- Contributions
were as follows: $200 to the Bridgeport Fire Department; $100 to the
Friends of the 4th of July; $100 to Bridgeport Elementary
School; and $100 to the DARE program.
- New
dump days include Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $18,743.19.
2000
- Entry
monument completed within budget.
Special thanks to Bob Thompkins, Bill James, Jean Quinn, Fred
Schwake, Tom Hull, John Eichinger, and Bob Burris.
- Lower
Twin Lakes Resort still negotiating with the US Forest Service for a
permit to build a new lodge.
- Supervisor
Ed Inwood discussed problems with the dump. Do not expect the dump to be open on Sundays. The County is re-evaluating the site
and the system.
- Supervisor
Inwood reported on the closing of Bank of America.
- There
was a Fish and Game Angler survey regarding special regulations for Lower
Twin Lake. It would restrict the
use of gear to artificial lures and barbless hooks and lower the limit to
two trout, minimum size, 14 inches.
A motion was passed to oppose the new fishing regulation. The
results of the Fish and Game survey showed no support for the proposal.
Fish and Game dropped the idea.
- Fire
station construction is complete, and is located 1.7 miles from the middle
of Twin Lakes Estates.
- Previous
years’ motion to spend $2,500 in matching funds for a portable pump
voided. A new motion was passed to
donate $4,000 to cover electrical connection fees for the new fire
station. The amount is subject to
fee negotiation with Southern California Edison. This motion is valid until August 15, 2000, six weeks from
the date of approval. Mono County subsequently paid the fee in 2001.
- Five
volunteers are being trained to work out of the newly built fire
station. The fire station will
remain open year round.
- Chief
Booher reported on a new foam system, which will be significant in
fighting crown fires in the Twin Lakes area.
- 4th
of July parade—Terry Widdowson volunteered a 7-foot long, hand-carved fish
sculpted by her husband, Roger, to use in the parade. The theme was “Fun in the Sun.”
- Zoning—County
updating general plan and clarifying zoning in the general plan. They have zoned our area SFR (single
family residences). In 1981, the
State required all Cities and Counties to allow mobile homes in all SFR
zones. Our CC&Rs preclude them
from our area. It was recommended
that Twin Lakes residents attend the zoning meeting on July 11.
- A
suggestion was made for getting the schedule for the repairs of Twin Lakes
Road.
- Reported
railings on bridge are weak. TLPOA
will review this with Norm Annett.
- Contributions
were as follows: $100 to the Chamber of Commerce; $200 to the Bridgeport
Fire Department; $100 to Bridgeport Elementary School; and $100 to the
DARE program.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $16,741.93.
2001
- Below
normal snowfall during the winter.
- The
membership approved spending up to $5,000 on legal services to secure an
opinion regarding road ownership, maintenance responsibility, and
liability. The Board provided an
issue paper to the membership on this issue.
- Directed
the Board to investigate the testing of our water supply and plans to
improve the system. The Board
provided an issue paper to the membership on this issue.
- County
Supervisor John Cecil reported that the dump’s new days of operation would
be Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.
- John
Cecil proposed creating a bike trail along Lower Twin Lakes and a
handicapped fishing area.
- Ordinance
passed forbidding public nudity, due to a HOGS occurrence.
- Mono
County has proposed a transient occupancy tax. Mono County auditors report that the tax base for the County
is $22 million; $131,000 of it is from the Twin Lakes Area.
- The
rumor of the ability to install holding tanks on undeveloped lots is
determined to be false.
- Chief
Mike Booher, Bridgeport Fire Department, reported that the fire station is
complete. Volunteers are
active. Solar power is used for
heating, and propane for electricity.
- Membership
approved dues increase to $30 a year.
- The
membership donated $2,000 to the Bridgeport Park Development. It provided three park benches with
TLPOA plaques attached.
- Bridge
reinforcement volunteer group is to be assembled. Norm Annett has agreed to provide some
materials for the job.
- All
funds in the Treasury were transferred to the Eastern Sierra Community Bank,
a division of Oak Valley Community Bank, the bank that opened in place of
Bank of America.
- Contributions
were as follows: $100 to the Chamber of Commerce; $200 to the Bridgeport
Fire Department; $100 to Bridgeport Elementary School; and $100 to the Sherriff’s
Search and Rescue program.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $18,291.63.
2002
- Fire
Chief Mike Booher reported that our area has a fire rating of “6” for
insurance purposes.
- Chief
Booher has approved the use of the Twin Lakes fire station for storage of
the Association’s materials.
- Supervisor
John Cecil reported on the local health and medical service. There is a proposal to hire a staff of
six trained paramedics to handle basic minimum service in the area.
- $200
expenditure to join the local Chamber of Commerce.
- The
Architectural Committee has concerns of new construction setbacks,
heights, and elevations to maintain the esthetic quality of the
subdivision. New construction
signoffs are required from our committee at local County offices.
- Members
approved a committee to review the CC&Rs.
- Investigation
by the TLPOA’s attorney, Mr. Baumwohl, to clarify ownership, maintenance,
and access to the Twin Lakes subdivision.
The nine page handout was provided and is in the TLPOA file. In a nutshell, the roads are privately
owned by Twin Lakes Enterprises.
The care, maintenance, and liability are the responsibility of Twin
Lakes Enterprises. Property owners
are allowed access to the properties by said roads. The entire study cost nearly $4,300.
- Report
given on the meeting with the Mono County Health Department regarding the
quality of the water supply. A
handout was provided to members.
80% of total piping has been replaced.
- Concern
was raised about vehicles speeding in the subdivision.
- Illegal
fishing continues between the Lakes.
The Game Warden has been notified of our concern.
- “Bridgeport
Family Services” is a clinic open in Bridgeport on Monday, Tuesday, and
Friday.
- Twin
Lakes Enterprises informs property owners that all boats must be removed
from the shoreline from November 15 through April 15 of each year.
- Contributions
were as follows: $300 to the Bridgeport Fire Department; $100 to
Bridgeport Elementary School; and $100 to the Sherriff’s Search and Rescue
program.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $16,177.78.
2003
- Paramedic
service is now available in Bridgeport 24/7. Call 911 for assistance.
There is no bill for paramedic services unless the patient is
transported to the hospital.
- The
membership voiced concern about the lack of street signs in the subdivision. The Board was directed to take action
and provide street signs.
- The
“Bridgeport Family Services” clinic is still open in Bridgeport.
- Supervisor
John Cecil thanked the membership for its generous donation of the three
park benches.
- John
Cecil reported that the Bridgeport Courthouse will be renovated with a
$500,000 grant. The renovation
will include a handicapped elevator at the rear of the building.
- Lt.
John Marris, Mono County Sherriff’s Department, reported Bridgeport has
one assigned officer per shift, two shifts per day, covering 8am until
midnight.
- Lt.
Marris also reported that permits for cell phone transmitters in the Twin
Lakes area have been issued.
Economics for the potential service provider will determine if and
when they are installed.
- DNS
Disposal Services is now providing garbage service. There are two four-yard containers
available behind the new fire station.
Signup with DNS. DNS does
pickup old appliances.
- Vineca
Hess, Bridgeport Librarian reported on all library operations and the
Friends of the Library. At the
conclusion of her presentation, the membership approved a $100 purchase
for membership in the Friends of the Library.
- The
membership approved and authorized the Board to use the “Request for
Proposals” process limited to $2,500.
This would allow the Association to support a worthy cause such as
help for the Paramedics, Fire Department, and street signs, etc.
- There
was a questions raised about whether any further septic tank permits would
be issued. There are no plans for
additional permits in the near future.
- A
carved fish was added above the Entrance monument.?????History??? Carved by Bill James,
Painted by ????
- May
12, 2003, the Los Angeles Times ran an editorial entitled “Preserving a
Sierra Jewel.” It is regarding the
pastureland being put into a conservation easement that bars development
and allows only normal cattle ranching operations on the land. Quoting from the editorial, “Part of
the magic of the Sawtooth Ridge is this spacious foreground. The action: preservation of a Sierra
jewel. The cost: $3.21
million. Return on the investment:
priceless.”
- Contributions
were as follows: $100 to the Friends of the 4th of July; $100
to the Bridgeport Fire Department; $100 to Bridgeport Elementary School;
and $100 to the Sherriff’s Search and Rescue program.
- 250'
“DFG” post was added along the creek between the lakes, marking the legal
limit for fishing near the egg-way.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $18,136.33.
2004
- The
winter was mild, with less than average snowfall.
- The
Bridgeport Fire Department would like to acquire an automatic
defibrillator at a cost of $2,800 (with funds from the Association). Since the Request for Proposal was
limited to $2,500, a motion was passed to add $300 to the RFP process.
- Membership
approved a $3,000 expenditure for street signs in the subdivision. Every possible effort will be made to
use competitive bids and to get the work done as soon as possible. The Sign Committee will check to see if
the Mono County Road Department will make the signs for the subdivision
for a fee.
- Anna
Maria Burch of the US Forest Service reported on a local Fire Safe Council
program being formed in the Twin Lakes/Rancheria area to attract Federal
Funding. The US Forest Service
will provide free inspection of your property to identify hazards
- The
Sign Committee Chairman reported that two new pedestrian signs were
installed at each end of the tract on Twin Lakes Road. It also was reported that the Public
Works Department will not perform a new speed survey because they cannot
find the equipment.
- The
County Supervisor reported that the Bridgeport area will have cell phone
service in 6-12 months.
- It
was suggested that we amend the CC&Rs to allow for three-car
garages. Discussion followed on
the process for change and an informal vote was taken among the
attendees. Only 25% showed
interest in the change. A question
was raised about the two homes that already have three-car garages. It was explained that these plans went
through plan check at a period of time when our Architectural Committee
was dormant.
- Contributions
were as follows: $200 to the Friends of the 4th of July; $200
to the Friends of the Library; $200 to the Bridgeport Fire Department;
$200 to Bridgeport Elementary School; and $200 to the Sherriff’s Search
and Rescue program. We continued
paying dues in the Chamber of Commerce at a cost of $100.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $20,737.70.
2005
- Supervisor
Cecil reported on the approval of a $1.5 million Courthouse
renovation. He also reported that
they were looking into building a Visitor’s Center. The County is planning cell phone
towers in Bridgeport, Walker, Coleville, Topaz, and the Marine Base.
- The
Bridgeport TV repeater is out of service and the County is attempting to repair
it. By contacting the County,
members can opt out of the assessment of $30 for TV service
- Supervisor
Cecil reported that the budget was passed and that there were reduced
funds available for County roads.
- Physician’s
Assistant Tom Savedra reported on the Bridgeport Family Medical Clinic
which is open Monday-Thursday, 8:30 to 4pm. Paramedic service is now available 24/7.
- Chamber
of Commerce member, Skip Baker, reported on the Chamber’s non-profit fish
enhancement program. The Chamber
is building a new, permanent trout farm and it feels that this program is
necessary because the Department of Fish and Game is cutting back on
stocking due to budget cuts.
- The
US Forest Service reported that they were going to have a brush chipper
available to the residents of Twin Lakes.
Do not take cuttings to the burrow pit before the chipper is
available. Waste can be taken to
the dump at any time.
- The
Twin Lakes Fire Safe Council will submit a request for a Federal Grant for
a crew and a chipper to begin cleaning up the subdivision.
- Concerns
were expressed about speed and recklessness of quad drivers and kids
shooting birds and windows.
Members were urged to report such behavior to the Sheriff’s
Department.
- Contributions
were as follows: $200 to the Friends of the Library; $200 to the
Bridgeport Fire Department; $200 to Bridgeport Elementary School; and $200
to the Sherriff’s Search and Rescue program. We continued paying dues in the Chamber of Commerce at a
cost of $120.
- At
the executive session following the meeting, the Board approved $200 to
the Chamber of Commerce Fish Enhancement Program.
- The
previous years’ approval of $200 to the Friends of the 4th of
July had not been paid. Members
approved an additional $300 for a total of $500 to be donated to the Friends
of the 4th of July.
With this, the TLPOA became lifetime members of the Friends of the
4th of July.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $23,074.
2006
- Sergeant
O’Hara, Mono County Sherriff, spoke of the need for disaster preparedness,
especially for winter residents.
Each resident should stockpile food and water, have a phone that
does not require an electrical connection, and have a wood stove for
heating and cooking. He also
reported that the Sherriff’s Department will enforce Fish and Game
regulations if notified. Fireworks
are not allowed in the Twin Lakes area.
Use 911 to report any problems.
- Mike
Booher, Bridgeport Fire Department, reported that there was one fire truck
at the Twin Lakes fire house. An
additional fire truck will be added by 2008. He stated that the fire insurance ISO rating for the Twin
Lakes area is a “6.” The Twin
Lakes fire house has a defibrillator.
The Bridgeport Fire Department recommends that propane be turned
off at the tank when it is not in use.
Do not allow snow to cover the tank.
- Mike
Booher reported that the County has contracted with a private firm to
prepare an emergency evacuation plan.
The plan for Twin Lakes is in the final approval stage.
- Don
Murphy, Bridgeport Emergency Medical Service, reported on the Paramedics
and said that they are located in the office behind the Health Department
and would give free blood-pressure checks.
- Skip
Baker reported on the Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce Fish Enhancement
Program and stated that they would plant trophy fish in Twin Lakes in
2006, pending DFG approval.
- The
US Forest Service urged the Fire Safe Council to re-submit their rejected
2005 Grant request.
- The
first three street signs have been installed.
- The
Architectural Committee reminded members that all plans must be submitted
to the committee and that the County will only approve plans that are
approved by the committee.
- Cell
phone service—Nextel cell towers and digital upgrades at Conway summit and
in Bridgeport are expected to be operational by the end of the year. It is unlikely that Twin Lakes will get
a tower due to the one half million dollar price tag.
- The
television repeater is still broken.
- For
weekly trash pickup, call DNS Waste Management.
- Twin Lakes
entry monument—$200 was approved, pending County approval, for planting a
six-foot pine or fir tree at the site.
- Members
discussed the size and appropriateness of our contributions to six local
non-profit organizations. Motion
was approved and contributions increased as follows: $250 to the Friends
of the 4th of July; $250 to the Friends of the Library; $250 to
the Bridgeport Fire Department; $250 to the Bridgeport Elementary School;
$250 to the Sherriff’s Search and Rescue program; and $250 to the Chamber
of Commerce Fish Enhancement Program.
(Members voted that if tangible results of the Fish Enhancement
program are not achieved by next year, then we should no longer contribute
to it). It was approved to donate
$250 each to the Fish Enhancement programs run by Mono Village and Twin
Lakes Resort. It was approved to
continue membership in the Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $25,748.89.
2007
- The
Mono County Health Department reported on the septic system moratorium,
which started in 1988. Twin Lakes
water was studied in the 1970s and 80s, but has not been tested since
1988. A new study, costing as much
as $150,000, needs to be conducted, but no one has the money. The State of California owns the ground
under the Lakes and issues permits for water usage. Bob Wilson is heading a committee to
monitor the water quality.
- Supervisor
Reid agreed to bring up our concerns about water quality at the next Board
of Supervisor’s Meeting. Mono
County feels the Lahonton Water Regional Board should complete the water
study.
- County
property tax revenues are up substantially. Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort was on the books at $78 million
and it recently sold for $360 million.
Mono County’s share of property taxes is 30%, of which 40% of that
goes to the schools.
- Homeowners
were encouraged to create 100’ of defensible space around their homes.
- Mono
County has more deaths and cases of Hunta Virus than any other County in
California.
- The
Vial of life program is no longer being used. Residents should carry ID and a list of medications with
them.
- Trudy
Heiman will lead the Lakeshore cleanup.
- TLPOA
parking stickers are available, two per property, and can be obtained from
Bob Wilson.
- Contributions
were as follows: $250 to the Friends of the 4th of July; $250
to the Friends of the Library; $500 to the Bridgeport Fire Department;
$250 to the Bridgeport Elementary School; $250 to the Sherriff’s Search
and Rescue program; $250 to the Chamber of Commerce Fish Enhancement
Program; $250 to the Mono Village Fish Enhancement Program; and $250 to
the Twin Lakes Resort Fish Enhancement Program. It was approved to continue membership in the Bridgeport
Chamber of Commerce at a cost of $125.
NOTE: The Chamber of Commerce Fish Enhancement Program did not cash
the 2006 check.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $28,148.10.
2008
- Mike
Booher stated that free dump passes are available for disposal of
defensible space debris. They are
available at the Sherriff’s Department.
He also reported on the reverse 911 program. A County ordinance has been adopted to
require resident and non-resident property owners to clear their property
of hazardous fuels.
- Nick
Criss is the County Compliance Officer with the new ordinance for property
cleanup. Upon notification of a
fire hazard, he will contact the owner, and if the owner does not comply
with the County ordinance, the County will clear the property and bill the
owner.
- Supervisor
Bill Reid reported on the Boxer-McKeon Eastern Sierra and North San
Gabriel Wilderness Heritage Act, which has been proposed in the State
Legislature. He favors passage,
and if it passes, will set aside $11,000 acres of Bridgeport Winter
Recreation Land.
- Bio-mass
site closed down due to unauthorized dumping of construction materials and
pine needles.
- The
US Forest Service reported that with the work of the Fire Safe Council and
various grants, in the coming three years, significant fuel reduction will
be accomplished.
- Four
new street signs were installed, completing the north side of the tract.
- There
was discussion about purchasing an AED defibrillator. There were many problems discussed such
as where to locate the equipment, security issues, and legal
responsibility. A motion was
approved to not purchase an AED.
- There
was discussion about installing portable toilets for use by
fishermen. A motion was approved
to drop the issue.
- Motion
approved to set aside $1,100 for a subdivision chipping day.
- TLPOA
to write a thank you letter to Twin Lakes Enterprises for installing new
rails on the bridge and removing the old docks on the upper end of Lower
Twin Lake.
- The
Twin Lakes Fire Safe Council received a grant for $96,000 for fuel
reduction along Lakeshore Drive and at Mono Village. The CCC will be hired to do the
work. The Twin Lakes Fire Safe
Council is required to provide matching funds or in-kind
contributions. All property owners
are urged to keep track of time and money spent on fuel reduction.
- Contributions
were as follows: $250 to the Friends of the Library; $500 to the Bridgeport
Fire Department; $250 to the Bridgeport Elementary School; and $250 to the
Sherriff’s Search and Rescue program.
It was approved to continue membership in the Bridgeport Chamber of
Commerce at a cost of $125.
- The
Treasury had a balance of $28,817.91.
2009
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- The
Treasury had a balance of $.
For a wonderful history on our small slice of paradise the
compiler recommends reading the Mono County Historical Society’s 2005
Newsletter and Mono Diggings by Frank Wedertz. The colorful Jack
Westwood, who in 1878, settled the land which is now Twin Lakes Estates, is
just the start of the fascinating history of the land. For instance, many may
not know that the Ward’s cabin, “End of the Rainbow,” which is located at the
end of Hunewill Dr., sits on the first lot sold and the unique vertical log
cabin is made up of the trees cut down by the placement of the roads in
subdivision.