6/27/2025
Our Free Community Concert series returns this summer!
Join us for this upcoming free performances!
Thursday, July 10, 2025
7:00 pm
Zelter String Quartet Free Mobile Stage Concerts
Vista Lake Park, 230 Port Ave, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
2025 Annual Meeting & Election
Pagosa Lakes Property Owners Association
Pagosa Lakes Clubhouse • 230 Port Ave. • Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Saturday, July 26, 2025 • 9:00 A.M. – Social Hour and Balloting
10:00 A.M. – Annual Meeting Begins
NEWSLETTER WITH NOTICE & CALL OF ANNUAL MEETING
The Summer Newsletter/ notice and call should have made it to you by now. This publication contains the Notice and Call for the Annual Meeting announcing the date of July 26 along with times and location. The newsletter contains bios of the four Board of Director candidates seeking one of the two open positions. Owners will be provided information regarding three options to choose from to vote on a proposed change to the Bylaws. You will also be given instructions on how to vote for the candidates and the bylaw change. Be sure to read the newsletter to see articles from each department within PLPOA.
Quick links to digital options:
Additional Information:
We encourage all property owners to participate and get to know the candidates before voting. If you are unable to attend, the recorded forum will be available here, on our website.
PLPOA 2025 CANDIDATES FORUM was held on June 26, 2025 at 6pm view the recording of this forum below:
To watch AD free connect direct via ZOOM BY CLICKING HERE or watch on YouTube below:
Tall Grass Inquiries:
General Maintenance: PLPOA encourages all residents to maintain the appearance of their neighborhoods, which includes cutting the grass around their homes.
Aesthetic Appearance: Maintaining the property in an aesthetically pleasing condition, including landscaping, is required. This would imply keeping the lawn mowed.
Tall Weeds: Pay particular attention to cutting tall weeds close to the house.
Landscape Improvements: Basic lawn planting and maintenance are considered landscaping improvements that do not require a project permit.
Setbacks and Easements: Any landscaping, including grass cutting, within setbacks or easements may be subject to additional restrictions. You should consult the Department of Community Standards (DCS) before undertaking projects in these areas to ensure they don’t interfere with utilities or negatively affect neighboring properties.
Noise Regulations: While not explicitly related to grass cutting, noise should be kept to a minimum between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. This would likely apply to loud lawn equipment.
Important Considerations:
Specific Rules: For the most detailed rules and regulations regarding grass cutting and lawn maintenance, consult the PLPOA governing documents, which can often be found on the PLPOA website or the owner’s portal.
Contact DCS: If you have any specific questions about grass cutting or lawn maintenance projects, particularly those involving setbacks or easements, e-mail the Department of Community Standards for clarification.
Remember to introduce yourself, talk with your neighbors, and lend a hand when possible. The overall emphasis is on maintaining an aesthetically pleasing property and avoiding tall weeds and excessive growth.
ROAD PROJECTS UPDATE
Here is the current road projects schedule which is weather dependent. All vehicles will need to be parked off the roads to complete this work. Please take alternate routes to avoid the construction and delays.
Hot Mill in place projects start 6/16 – 6/27
- Meadows Dr.
- Vista Blvd.
- Lake Forest Blvd.
- N. Pagosa Blvd from Aspenglow north to the split lane
- Saturn Dr.
- Mission Dr.
- Carlee Pl. and Pinion Causeway
Chipseal projects start 7/9 – 7/18
- CR382
- CR200
- Meadows Blvd.
- Lake Forest Blvd.
- N. Pagosa Blvd.
- Mission Dr.
- Saturn Dr.
- Pinion Causeway and Carlee Pl.
- Vista Blvd. and Vista subdivision
Start date for S Pagosa Blvd. reconstruct 6/12
Start date for construction of new road Travelers Circle 6/25
June Lakes Report and Kids Fishing Derby
The lakes are in good condition as we head into the early part of the summer. The lower lakes were actually spilling a few weeks ago after some significant rains last month. A big help after the dry and worrisome winter. Hatcher Lake is down about a foot currently. The fishing this spring was outstanding with anglers having great success on trout, bass and crappie. We have seen consistent 3-4 pound bass landed on all four lakes and even some 5 pound plus bass. The crappie fishing was on fire in early May where 9-inch crappie were the norm, it has since cooled off a little however. The trout fishing has been good as well; anglers are really enjoying the recently stocked brook trout at Hatcher Lake and the lower lakes are producing at a high rate with 12-18 inch rainbows. As we start heading into warmer temperatures the trout fishing will undoubtedly slow a little in the midday heat, but mornings and evenings should still be a great time to get out.
We are planning a Kids Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 21st at Lake Pagosa. This will be a fun day for kids 16 and under, a free event starting at 9 a.m. and running till noon. There will be prizes awarded for the biggest fish, smallest fish and other fun categories. We will have some educational opportunities with fish identification, waterfowl identification and more. All of this will be followed by a hot dog lunch. We will be meeting up at the dam on Lake Pagosa on Cloud Cap Avenue at 9 a.m. to get things started.
Part Time Conservation Officer Position
The Department of Property and Environment is seeking a part-time conservation officer to assist with lake patrols and serving as an informational resource for owners and visitors. Hours can be very flexible and custom fit to your schedule but would involve some limited weekend checks and hours. A conservation officer’s duties include friendly contact with lake users to make sure everyone is having fun and being safe, checking to ensure lake use regulations are being followed. If interested please call Larry Lynch at the Association office, 970-731-5635 ext. #5.
PAGOSA LAKES Board of Directors Monthly MEETING
ALWAYS On the second Thursday of every month at 6pm – July 10th
This will Directly follow the 4:30pm Executive Session
IN THE VISTA CONFERENCE ROOM AT 230 PORT AVE
TO ATTEND VIA ZOOM:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86500470184
BEARS ARE ON THE PROWL
Spring has arrived and the bears are out looking to fatten-up from their winter hibernation. So, it is now important to take the necessary steps and habits to prevent bear conflicts. See the list below to prevent bears from becoming a nuisance and a danger.
- Secure your garbage. Use a bear-proof container and keep it locked.
- Clean your garbage cans regularly with ammonia or bleach cleaner
- Remove bird feeders or hang them a minimum of 10ft. high off the ground or anything bears can climb. Secure birdseed in airtight containers inside your home.
- Burn off food and clean up grease on the barbeque grill after each use.
- Do not leave pet food outside. Secure inside your home.
- Never feed or approach bears.
- Never compost meat, fish, oil, grease or dairy products
Be a Good Neighbor
We all can get along. The key is communication. It’s often the best way to prevent and resolve conflict before it reaches the legal system. You don’t have to be friends or spend time together to achieve a peaceful coexistence, but you should try to be a good neighbor and follow these tips:
Say hello. At the mailbox, while walking the dog or when you see a moving van arrive, introduce yourself. Learn your neighbors’ names and regularly offer a friendly greeting.
Provide a heads up. If you’re planning a construction project, altering your landscaping or hosting a big party, contact your neighbors beforehand.
Do unto others. Treat neighbors as you would like to be treated. Be considerate about noise from vehicles, stereos, pets, etc.
Know your differences. Try to understand each other. Differences in age, ethnic background and years in the neighborhood can lead to different expectations or misunderstandings.
Consider the view. Keep areas of your property that others can see presentable.
Appreciate them. If the neighbors do something you like, let them know. They’ll be pleased you noticed, and it’ll be easier to talk later if they do something you don’t like.
Stay positive. Most people don’t try to create problems. If a neighbor does something that irritates you, don’t assume it was deliberate.
Talk honestly. Tolerance is important, but don’t let real irritation go because it seems unimportant or hard to discuss. Let your neighbors know if something they do annoys you.
Be respectful. Talk directly to your neighbors if there’s a problem. Gossiping with others can damage relationships and create trouble.
Remain calm. If a neighbor mentions a problem they have with you, thank them for the input. You don’t have to agree or justify any behavior. Wait for any anger to subside before responding.
Listen carefully. When discussing a problem, try to understand your neighbor’s position and why he or she feels that way.
Take your time. Take a break to think about what you and your neighbor have discussed. Arrange to finish the conversation at another time.
Close Forest Gates
PLPOA borders 7 miles of National Forest. Along this border, the Association maintains a fence to keep cows from entering the community and destroying owner’s yards. The Forest Service issues permits each year for ranchers to graze their cattle in the forest. This normally begins in early to mid-June. There are designated gates and parking areas for PLPOA owners to use to access the forest trails. We ask our owners to please remember to close and secure the gates when using them, so the cows do not get out.
Lawn Maintenance
We ask all PLPOA residents to assist in keeping our neighborhoods looking great by cutting the grass around your home and especially the tall weeds close to the house. This maintains a nice appearance and keeps the home values in our community high. Thank you.
Greenbelt Fire Mitigation Work Coming Soon
The Association has hired contractors to begin wildfire fuel reduction work in several larger greenbelts this spring and summer. Work may continue into late September. Over the past 4 years the Association has thinned multiple greenbelt properties in Twincreek Village, Highland Estates, Lake Forest Estates and Martinez Mountain Estates. The work typically entails masticating understory oak brush and thinning pine trees to create appropriate crown separation according to Colorado State Forest Service standards for zones 2 and 3. We once again qualified for a Wildfire Adapted Partnership 50% cost share grant enabling us to double the work this year of improving the safety and forest health of these important open space properties.
Work this spring and summer will include over 115 acres of mitigation work in six larger greenbelt tracts in Chris Mountain II, Trails/Vista subdivisions, Lake Pagosa Park and Lake Forest Estates. Near Chris Mountain II contractors will be working in the large westerly greenbelt tract that runs along the canyon rim and back into the private lots near Trails Blvd, High Drive and Travelers Circle. In Trails/Vista contractors will be thinning the large hillside greenbelt that is between Trails Blvd, Bonanza and back up to the areas below Canyon Circle. In Lake Forest Estates the work will include thinning a meandering greenbelt property that is situated between Antelope Ave and Dutton Drive extending up to North Pagosa Blvd and back down to Lake Forest Circle. In Lake Pagosa Park the mitigation work will include two tracts, the first being a greenbelt property that is situated between Monument Avenue and Aspenglow Blvd (Monarch Ct and Moffat Ct) and over to Gary Place. This project will entail primarily thinning a severely overcrowded and stunted Ponderosa Pine forest; and the second tract is located behind Inspiration Drive and extending over to the Powderhorn subdivision.
Much of the work will include reduction and clumping of oak brush and some of the work will include the removal of overcrowded Ponderosa Pines to create spacing. The pine logs will be cut into shorter manageable lengths and made available to PLPOA residents for firewood, we will make announcements as to the locations of these log stashes as they become available. No chainsaws will be allowed at these locations, please just take the short 4 to 6 foot logs home and cut them up there. Also, be aware of contractors with machinery in these greenbelts in the coming months and do not venture close to thinning operations, it can be difficult for these guys to see people approaching and work safely at the same time. Please avoid thinning operations while work is in progress.
REC CENTER HAPPENINGS
Brush Collection Area Open
Grass Seed for Sale
@ PLPOA Admin Office
(drought tolerant once established)
Low Maintenance 3# $18.00
Best for “traditional” lawn – Three kinds of fescue. Coverage about 1,000 sq ft.
Low Grow Mix 5# $30.00
Best for open native area – variety of fescues, rye and blue grasses. Coverage approx. 1,800 sq ft.
