5/16/2025
Pine Needle Pick-Up: New Vendor & Process!
LINK HERE TO REQUEST PICK UP – read the process below on how to do so.
We’ve made some changes to our pine needle pick-up service to make things easier for you. Here’s what you need to know:
Vendor: Table to Farm
Pick-Up Timing:
There is no set pick-up day. After you sign up, your bags will be picked up within 10 days.
Bag Allowance:
- Each property gets 20 free bag pick-ups per year (not per pick-up).
- Need more? No problem! Additional bags are just $4 each.
Bag Requirements:
- Only paper bags are accepted for pick-up as of 5/12/2025.
- You can buy paper bags at Terry’s Ace Hardware or order them online for in-store pickup (see links below).
How to Request a Pick-Up:
- Click the “Request a Pick Up” button below to go to the Table to Farm website.
- New Customers:
- Visit www.tabletofarmcompost.com
- Go to “Shop Compost” – Enter email and “Pagosa Springs, CO” for area, fill in your pick up information on the next page.
- Select the $0 PLPOA Leaf and Pine Needle product and set the quantity to match the number of bags you have at the curb.
- Existing Table to Farm Customers:
- Log in to your customer portal on the Table to Farm website and purchase the $0 PLPOA product.
- Only sign up when your bags are ready at the curb.
- After signing up, immediately place your filled paper bags at the curb.
Important:
- Do not seal bags with tape or staples.
- Pick-up does not follow your compost or recycling day.
- Table to Farm will email you with an estimated pick-up date that of the same day as your submission, please note that your pick up will happen with in 10 days of that date.
Questions?
Email: info@tabletofarmcompost.com
Bag Information:
Owners are responsible for purchasing their own bags.
Approved paper lawn and leaf bags are available at Terry’s Ace Hardware, which has been notified of this change and will be well stocked. You can also order online and select Terry’s Ace for free in-store pickup: Ace Ampac 30 gal. Lawn & Leaf Bags Flap Tie Paper 5 pk. LINK HERE
DON’T MISS OUT…
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.
FIBER INSTALLATION IN PLPOA
PLPOA is receiving fiber installation throughout the community. This will provide high speed reliable internet services. This utility upgrade is through a CPF grant to improve rural infrastructure. Two separate contracts have been awarded. One company will be working south of Rte. 160 and the other will be working north of Rte. 160. The work on the north side is beginning in the Hatcher area. This contract was awarded to Visionary Broadband. They will be heading south subdivision by subdivision. Before coming down your street, you will receive a doorhanger from Visionary Broadband letting you know they plan on working on your street next. Conduit and fiber routes will be marked with paint and flag markers before construction begins allowing the path of the fiber and other utilities to be clearly seen. Visionary’s crews will be using a boring machine for laying the ductwork into the ground for the fiber and then fuse the fiber lines. Installation work will proceed all summer until November 1st and then start again next year until completion. If your interested in signing-up for fiber internet, you can contact Visionary Broadband at 1-888-682-1884 or online at fiber.visionarybroadband.com
Meanwhile, fiber installation south of Rte. 160 is being done by Clearnet Worx Digital. They will have equipment to install the fiber both underground and aerial. All Fiber installation will be taking place in the road right-aways in the Meadows II, III and IV subdivisions. All roads in each of the subdivisions will have fiber installed for owners to connect. The work will continue all summer concluding on November 1st anticipating that the majority of the work will be completed this year. After the fiber installation owners will be able to sign-up and receive high-speed, reliable internet services. If you live in the Meadows subdivisions and desire more information regarding how to sign-up to receive fiber and price packaging, please call Clearnet Worx Digital at 970 240-6600.
REC CENTER HAPPENINGS
May Lakes Report
The lakes are in good condition heading into mid-spring, the lower lakes are spilling, and Hatcher is still near full capacity. Some recent cooler weather has been helpful as well. The lakes have been recently stocked with around 6000 pounds of 12-16 inch rainbow trout, and Hatcher Lake was stocked with some Brook trout and Tiger trout as well. The fishing has been outstanding the past few weeks and we anticipate it will continue well into the summer. Anglers fishing at Hatcher will enjoy differentiating the brook and tiger trout, the tiger is a cross between a brown trout and a brook with some very distinctive dark striping patterns along the sides where the brook trout are generally spotted with vivid purple and reddish coloring. Keep in mind the brook and tiger trout are a little on the expensive side and so returning them back to the lake to grow larger is always a good idea. The bass and crappie are coming up into the shallows to spawn as we approach 56 degree water temps and anglers are reporting good success especially near rocks and cover.
Also remember that May 18-24th is National Boat Safety Week with reminders to “Wear It”, referring to US Coast Guard approved life jackets and to be aware of changing weather conditions. The Association boating rules are the same as the State of Colorado where all boaters are required to have a US Coast Guard approved life vest in the boat for each boat occupant and kids 12 and under need to be wearing a life jacket at all times when out on the water. Stand-up paddle boards are no exception to this rule, life jackets required. Have fun and be safe this spring.
Lake Front Fertilizer Available at the Office
A special lake-front fertilizer is available at the Administration office in Vista for owners who live on or near the lake. It is a slow-release pellet formulation for spring and summer application with a reduced phosphate content, designed to reduce the potential for harmful nutrients to wash or leach into the lake. The fertilizer is $20 for a 50 lb. bag and one bag will cover 5000 square feet.
Local Realtor Education for PLPOA
Everything you need to know about buying or selling property in PLPOA
By submitting the linked form with your information, you are registering to attend the PLPOA Realtor Education Session on Wednesday, May 21 at 1:00 PM, held at the PLPOA Administration Building located at 230 Port Avenue.
Based on your feedback, we will send out the final agenda to all attendees on Monday, May 19th.
In the meantime, here’s a sneak peek at what to expect:
- General Manager, Allen Roth will provide a brief overview of what it means to buy property in a POA, including deed-restricted titles, the hierarchy of governing documents, and an introduction to CC&Rs.
- Lifestyle and Communications Manager, Jenifer Pitcher will demonstrate how to navigate the POA website and highlight its useful features, along with an overview of amenity access for property owners.
- Comptroller, Heather Lundy from the Accounting Department will explain standard practices for property transfers—covering topics such as working with title companies, FSBO transactions, quit claim deeds, prorated annual assessments, and transfer fees.
- Community Standards Department Manager, Chris Simpson and Staff will walk through the application and project permitting processes, land use codes, and how to locate property setbacks and understand deed restrictions.
5k Race in PLPOA – May 31st
Join Habitat for Humanity of Archuleta County as we celebrate the kickoff of Year 4 of our plan to build 15 homes in 5 years! The race will be a huge thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, sub-contractors, and Partner Families as well as an opportunity to learn more about how Habitat Archuleta supports workforce homeownership in the county. Participants will enjoy viewing completed Habitat built houses along the course located on Sam Houston Ave and Domicile Circle. Bring your camp chairs and loudest cheering voices for a day of walking and running fun to celebrate neighbors helping neighbors!
New in 2025! We’ll have a FREE Kids Super Sprint option as well as a 10K!
Each person must register to participate in any of the three distances. Online registration closes at Noon on May 30. We offer on-site registration on RACE DAY at packet pick-up. Registration fees increase on race day, so sign-up early to save. All proceeds from the event will go toward building materials for our 2025 build season and lunches for 2025 volunteers. https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/PagosaSprings/15in5kFunRunWalk
FIRE HYDRANT UPDATE
The on-going concern with fire hydrants not being tested in over ten years seems to have been resolved. The PAWSD Board of Directors agreed to hire a hydrant testing contractor, Distribution System Resources Ltd. The Company is licensed and certified and already has the equipment to perform the testing. It is estimated that all hydrants within the district could be inspected in twelve weeks. This provides a big relief to PLPOA residents with the extremely dry winter and insurance companies looking to increase rates.
ROAD WORK UPDATE
The culverts in the Vista Subdivision are currently being improved in preparation for resurfacing. Culvert ditches are being graded to improve drainage. Road crews are scheduled to begin hot mill in place in mid-May which will be followed by chip and seal work. While road work is being done, please do not park on the roadway or shoulder. Also, please remember new driveway entrances and new parking areas on your lot require a permit from both the County and PLPOA. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the road work, contact the County Road & Bridge office at 970-264-8402. The following roads in the Vista Subdivision are scheduled for improvements:
Canyon Circle Lyn Ave.
Highland Ave. Ray Court
Prospect Blvd. – from Lyn Ave. to Surrey Dr. Homestead Dr.
Surrey Dr. Manor Court
Fireside St. – from Fortune to Paradise Dr. Brook Dr.
Other Road Improvement Locations –
Full depth restoration
S. Pagosa Blvd. – from town limit to Cameron –
Chip & Hot Mill in Place
Meadows Blvd.
N. Pagosa Blvd. – from split lane to Aspenglow
Lake Forest – from PAWSD to N. Pagosa Blvd.
Saturn Dr.
Pinon Cswy.
Spring is here!
As we transition from winter to spring, the Pagosa Lakes Property Owners Association strives for compliance through engagement, education, and courteous outreach. The inspections will ensure compliance with community covenants, rules, and regulations, including property maintenance standards and aesthetic guidelines, and will pursue covenant compliance procedures accordingly. The inspection criteria will include complying properties and paying it forward with complimentary and thank-you notes from the DCS team. April forward – The Department of Community Standards is performing property inspections by quadrants, with quadrant one being Pagosa Highlands, Lake Hatcher, Coyote Cove, and South Shore Estates, and quadrant two being Martinez Mountain Estates I, Martinez Mountain Estates II, Twin-creek Village, Lake Pagosa Park, and quadrant three being Lake Forest Estates, Ranch Communities, North Village Lake, South Village Lake, Mallard Point, Eaton Estates, Capstone Village, Lakewood Village, Lakeview Estates, Ridgeview, Village Services, Central Core, Pagosa in the Pines I, Pagosa in the Pines II, and quadrant four being Chris Mountain Village, Pagosa Trails, Pagosa Vista, Meadows II, Meadows III, and Meadows IV. The goal is to deliver excellent customer service, ensure compliance, and fulfill commitments. We want to let you know that a concern is not considered a violation until it has been validated, and we have taken every opportunity to ensure compliance before taking any action.
CHECK OUT OUR NEW FIRE MITIGATION INFORMATIONAL PAGE:
Brush Collection Area Open
PAGOSA LAKES Board of Directors Monthly MEETING
ALWAYS On the second Thursday of every month at 6pm – June 12th
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
Simply click on the flyer image to register for your desired event.
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.
From the greater Community:
Community Awareness: New Impact Fee by Fire Department
Attention all property owners and developers:
The Fire Department has introduced a new impact fee for any new construction and additions to homes or properties. To ensure a smooth process for your project, please follow these steps:
- Approval from PLPOA: Begin by obtaining the necessary approvals from the Pagosa Lakes Property Owners Association (PLPOA).
- Visit the Fire Department: After receiving PLPOA approval, visit the Fire Department located at 165 N. Pagosa Blvd. For any inquiries, you can contact them at 970-731-4191.
- Proceed to the County: Once you have completed the steps with the Fire Department, proceed to the County for any additional requirements.
Please make sure to plan accordingly and factor in this new fee as part of your project budget.
