July is here! This is the first full month of summer and the weather goes from hot to hotter in Horseshoe Bay. Visitors flock to our area in order to enjoy the different activities that our beautiful resort community offers them and at the same time we have many residents that opt to leave our triple digits temperatures for cooler ones. This is a great time for those of us staying to keep an eye out for our traveling neighbors. If you see a red light flashing on your neighbor’s grinder, kindly let them know and if they are not home, call the city even after hours at 830-598-8741 to report it. 

It is with a grateful heart that we announce that Linda Burling, Vice President of the HSB POA Board is departing the Board. Linda’s intellect, poise, and knowledge will be greatly missed, but we are certain that she will continue to volunteer and accomplish good things for her new community.

Independence Day is on Thursday, July 4, 2024, and the Horseshoe Bay Property Owners’ Association has been busy planning a fun celebration for the entire community. This year’s celebration centers around the theme STARS, STRIPES, STRENGTH: From Struggle to Triumph! 

The festivities for the 2024 Independence Day celebration will commence at 9:30 AM with the anticipated Land Parade which begins at Clayton Nolen to Horseshoe Bay Blvd. and ending at Quail Point. Assembly for the land parade starts at 8:30 AM at 15^th Green Dr. and Hi Circle South. Children in wagons or on bikes can join the parade at 2147 and Horseshoe Bay Blvd. The Land Parade is always entertaining with decked out vehicles, fire engine, police vehicles, classic cars, trucks, golf carts and floats. As the POA celebrates its 50th anniversary, the Board Directors will participate in the Land Parade riding on golf carts kindly provided by Mission Golf Cars, Marble Falls. Balloons will be available for pick up at the HSB Fire Station starting at 7:30 AM so be sure to get there early to get your decorations started. If you are participating in the Land Parade please keep in mind the following safety warnings:

• If you are planning on tossing out any give aways, candy or swag items, they need to be thrown far enough into the crowd in order to prevent children running into the roadway to collect items.
• All large vehicles such as floats and trailers will be directed to exit the parade at Hi Circle North and Free Rein, as there is no parking to accommodate them at Quail Point. 
• Children riding bicycles or scooters can join the parade on the south side of FM 2147 and HSB Boulevard. Children will participate in the parade behind all vehicles but before the motorcycles. 
• All participants in the parade must stay inside the vehicles they are riding in. 

The colorful and much-admired Boat Parade with boats patriotically decorated from stem to stern will start assembly at 10:15 AM East of Island Drive. The parade will start at 11:00 AM and is scheduled to arrive at Quail Point around 11:15 AM. The back lawn area has ample room for spectators to sit and watch the boat procession pass by. Organizers of the Boat Parade encourage participants to arrive early and obtain a “position number” as there will be a line up for the parade. 

The entertaining and lively Dog Parade is always a crowd pleaser and it takes place at the back lawn of Quail Point Lodge. Pooches of all sizes and personalities are welcome to participate in this fun event! Assembly is scheduled for 10:00 AM. Judging will start at 10:30 AM followed by parade. If you would like to participate, we urge you to pre-register your furry friends by emailing Chris Glatz at cmlfg14@gmail.com.

Horseshoe Bay residents, guests and visitors are welcome to participate in the festivities. Children’s activities will start at 10:00 AM at Quail Point with a Kiddie Karnival and the always fun dunk tank. Our very own City Manager has agreed to be dunked! The Working Women in Community and Spirit (WWICS), under the direction of Kathy Heeren and Claudia Haydon, will have thirst-quenching lemonade ready to hand out. We are excited to have a new watermelon sponsor this year, JJC Images of Marble Falls will be serving refreshing watermelon to all our guest. If you would like to purchase additional food or drinks, Miss Vickie’s Catering will be selling her delectable treats.

As in years past, events like this one are only possible because of our amazing volunteers who donate their time and efforts for our community. This year, we are especially grateful to have a donation of $2,000 from the City of Horseshoe Bay for the Children’s Activities. A very special thank you is extended to Escondido Golf Club and the City of Horseshoe Bay for donating the water bottles.

Happy Independence Day Horseshoe Bay!

June 19, 2024

Although there is a ruling from the judge, the POA is still subject to the decision made by the Declarant/Resort to defund the HSBPOA. Until this offence is rectified, the HSBPOA must make necessary cuts on non-essential expenses such as reduction and/or elimination of services to non-developed areas. Additionally, cuts on essential expenses have been implemented or scheduled for action such as scaling back on community events, implementing scheduling restriction on HSBPOA office hours, overtime reduction which creates a loss of a paid benefit for employees, stopping all capital projects, and other cuts. 

Since no monies or updated reports have been received from the Maintenance Fund since March (for February receipts), as reported previously, the total receipts YTD (Oct 23 to Mar 24) to the Maintenance Fund totaled over $3.5 million of which more than $2.2 million went to the Amenities (Resort) owner and $1.2million went to the POA. After paying the city 39.5% ($506,475.11) there is $775,740.39 for operating the POA. In comparison, YTD from 2023 the POA received $1.4 million and paid the City of Horseshoe Bay $569,882.64 leaving a net funds of $882,858.23 for operating the POA, nearly $100,000 more than current receipts for this same time period and more than $200,000 short for the year.

As mandated in the Declarations and Reservations, the Maintenance Fund is the collections agent for the POA. As an agent, generally accepted business practices dictate there are certain duties that an agent must perform including communications, reporting and disbursement of funds and acting as a fiduciary (in the best interest of) to the POA. The Maintenance fund deducts $15,000 monthly for services they are required to provide. However, our last report shows there is $1,684,736.78 in current outstanding liens to be collected for past due fees owed. There is an additional $2,795,782.03 in outstanding dues from prior years. The Maintenance Fund provides no information on how/when these monies will be collected or paid to the POA. Furthermore, the Declarations & Reservations clearly state that the “…Maintenance Fund Association SHALL distribute not less than monthly all Base Maintenance Fees collected…”

According to the Declaration of Reservations, aside from resort membership dues, the $2,2 million of POA fees (plus the additional fees collected this year), paid into the Amenities Fund can be used for the operation and ownership of the amenities for all of Horseshoe Bay. There is no distinction as to how these funds are to be allocated otherwise, for members or non-members of the resort, we are still paying for these amenities. The POA function as outlined in the Declarations and Reservations shall include “….all other functions reasonably incident to maintenance of the safety, health, welfare and recreation of the property owners and residents of the Subdivision;” In comparison, our budget is more than half what the amenities/resort receives.

Although the Maintenance Fund has NOT paid the POA since March, our expenses continue. Our net annual budget of POA fees is $983,843.44 of which we have received $775,740.39 (79%). There are three months left in our fiscal year as of July 2024, the POA has paid the following:

$33,333.32 to the Declarant per the EC&R’s as mandated on page 128 of the Declarations. Annual payments are $48,776.97

Aside from the payment to the Declarant for entryways the POA has paid $125,386.20 TOTAL ADDITIONAL MONEY for the beautification of our entryways. This does not include the maintenance of Quail Point, Fox Park, the hiking trails, and campground.

This concludes my report.

Respectfully submitted,



Belinda Roberts, Treasurer 

The Scenic Tour: Rickey Lowe’s Journey Through Life and Landscapes

by Whit Holcomb

In our picturesque community, one resident stands out for his vibrant personality and the distinctive roar of his Harley motorcycle. Rickey Lowe, a man whose life is as colorful as the trails he rides, has become a familiar figure around town, known for his spirited presence and deep-rooted love for motorcycling.

Rickey and his wife, Anne, have been pillars of strength and adventure in their 45-year marriage. Their journey together includes adopting two children, now grown with children of their own, and creating a loving family that embraces the joys and challenges life throws their way. About a decade ago, the Lowes moved from the bustling city of Dallas to the serene beauty of Horseshoe Bay, seeking a quieter life amidst the scenic landscapes of Central Texas.

A graduate of the University of Texas, Rickey spent many years working as a computer programmer before retiring to a life filled with music and community service. Today, he sings in the Highland Lakes Men's Chorus, plays the trombone in the Heart of Texas Orchestra, and is an active member of the First Baptist Church in Marble Falls.

Beyond his musical and religious commitments, Rickey is passionate about continuous learning, which has led him to take golf lessons at Blue Lake Golf Club. His philosophy on success is built on the foundations of his youth, where he wisely invested in stocks and 401(k)s, ensuring a prosperous future that now supports his hobbies and involvement in the community.

Rickey's love for motorcycling began in college when he purchased his first bike in 1977. Over the years, this passion has become more than just a hobby but a lifestyle. "You have to love motorcycling to do it; it's not a casual hobby," Rickey explains, noting the expenses and dedication involved. This passion has taken him and Anne on carefully planned adventures across the United States, navigating the roads less traveled with the help of specialized Butler maps, cherished tools among motorcycling enthusiasts for their detailed depiction of country roads and hidden gems. Their memorable trips through numerous states (Wyoming, Nevada, Montana, South Dakota, etc.) are not just tours but chapters in their life story, filled with freedom and the thrill of the open road.

Rickey's spirited personality is displayed during our Independence Day parade, as he rides his Harley and sometimes dresses as Uncle Sam.

Another example of the unique HSB community members, Rickey, is a beacon of joyous living, a reminder of the roads we can take when we embrace life with open arms and full throttle. Whether performing on stage, playing a melody on his trombone, or revving up his Harley, Rickey embodies the spirit of adventure and community that makes Horseshoe Bay a remarkable place to call home.