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General Knowledge
If you are like me and enjoy long evening meetings with passionate individuals stating their opinions and concerns, then this was a good week for you. The special board meeting Tuesday night had one of the highest turnouts of the last year. The next night, we had to pull in an extra chair to accommodate the attendance at Wednesday’s Finance Committee. I worked 40 hours by lunchtime yesterday. It has been a great week! That might seem odd or even like evidence of a chemical imbalance or brain tumor, but I would rather have a meeting full of members than an empty meeting. I followed up with several members after the meetings, and it was very helpful. Talking to members really is the best part of the job.
We are incorporating two member recommendations I received from calls I made after the meeting. First, we will be posting printed board meeting agendas and the Friday Flyer on all the bulletin boards around the ranch in addition to being emailed and posted on the website. Second, the DRAFT Fiscal Year 2026-27 Fee Schedule will be posted with the agenda so that members have a chance to review it ahead of the meeting on Thursday, April 23rd. The draft fee schedule includes changes recommended by the Finance Committee aimed at getting the mussel program closer to cost recovery. It is recommended that the individual inspection fee increase to $18, the 6-month increase to $120, and the 12-month increase to $200. Believe it or not, there are some recommended reductions too, like reducing the single mussel inspection fee for non-motorized vessels to $8 and reducing the self-inspector fee to $50/year.
The agenda this week focuses mainly on the FY 2026-27 budget items and the 2026 Reserve Study, which is better described as our capital budget. The reserve study lists all of our infrastructure and assets worth more than $2,500 that have a useful life of less than 30 years. The draft budget includes a monthly assessment increase to $205/month. This will cover the increase in operating expenses due to everything from fuel to labor and insurance costs, but most of the increase will go to our reserves. The budget calls for putting over $2M into our reserves for infrastructure and amenity maintenance/improvements. The proposed budget also includes a one-time special assessment of $100 that will be earmarked for road improvements.
I hope to see you there!
Jim
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Feel free to send me an email at gm@hroa.us
Or call the office at
(805)238-9641 x408
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HROA Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8 AM to 5 PM
1st & 3rd Saturday
(Limited Services)
8 AM to Noon
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**PLEASE NOTE**
CASH NO LONGER ACCEPTED FOR MUSSEL INPECTIONS - CARD ONLY
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To notify the gate of guests in advance, email all of the following details to: gate@hroa.us
- Your full name
- Your member/account #
- Your lot and tract #'s
- Your guest(s) names
- Date of arrival and departure
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If you notice something that
needs attention
Whether it’s a concern with a neighbor, a common area, or an issue for our maintenance team, please submit a Member Communication Form to the HROA Office or email it to office@hroa.us
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Vehicle Decals Available at the Main Gate on Gateway Drive
When obtaining your decal, please bring:
- Your Member Card
- CURRENT DMV REGISTRATION ONLY
(No titles, pink slips, registration renewal forms, or temporary registrations will be accepted.)
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HROA Employment Opportunities
Seasonal Pool Attendant
Submit an Employment Application to the HROA Office, or email it to office@hroa.us
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Action Property Management / SnapHOA
This is a reminder that the new SNAP HOA accounting system went into effect on April 1, 2026. If you utilize online bill pay services through your bank, please note that you will need to update your payment details. The company name, mailing address, and your account number must be updated to reflect the new remittance information below. Be sure to include your 14-digit account number on all payments.
Updated Payment Remittance Information:
Heritage Ranch Owners Association
c/o Action Property Management
P.O. Box 25013
Santa Ana, CA 92799-5013
Please note that all checks must be mailed to the address above and must include your account number. Payments will not be accepted at the Member Services Office.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Member Services Office.
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🏡AEC Approval for Exterior Work🛠️
As a reminder, any work done to the exterior of your home or property—such as concrete pours, certain landscaping, sheds, painting🎨, roofing, fencing, siding, and tree work🌳 —must receive approval from the Architectural & Environmental Control (AEC) Committee through the Heritage Ranch Owners Association (HROA).
📖To learn more about the approval process, please visit: AEC Committee Information
📄If you're ready to submit your project for approval, you can find the necessary forms here: AEC Forms
📞For any questions or assistance, please contact our AEC Department: (805) 238-9641 x422 or via email at aec@hroa.us
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Marina Reminders
To help keep our marina area safe, orderly, and enjoyable for everyone, please be reminded of the following rules:
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No unattached trailers are permitted at the Marina or in the overflow parking area.
- Boats on trailers and empty boat trailers are not permitted on the Point at any time.
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The Point is locked daily at 10:00 PM—please plan accordingly. In the event of an emergency, please contact the Main Gate to make arrangements.
- No property may be left unattended on the Point at any time, including easy-ups, tables, chairs, ice chests, personal items, etc.
- No property may be left overnight on the Point, including easy-ups, vehicles, or other personal items.
We appreciate your cooperation in following these guidelines to help protect our shared spaces. Thank you for doing your part!
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🚗Entry and Guest Access
Membership Cards:
- Cards may only be used by the person they were issued to.
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All vehicles must display a valid current decal to use the Member Lane. Guest lanes are also available and equipped with card readers for vehicles without a decal.
Owners are responsible for all activities related to identification cards, vehicle decals, and vessel decals issued to their property.
Guests must be registered with the Main Gate to gain access through both the Main Gate and the North Gate.
Members and Tenants may authorize access for guests by phone or email. Call the Gate at (805) 238-9641, Option 2, or email gate@hroa.us with:
Your Full Name, 4 digit Member/Account Number, Lot and Tract Numbers, Your Guest(s) Name, and the date of arrival and departure
All persons listed on a permanent guest list are the responsibility of the Member/Tenant, regardless of whether that Member/Tenant is aware of the individual being on the ranch.
Remember to update your permanent guest list at the Member Services Office with any changes.
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WELCOME TO CHIPPER DAY!
The San Luis Obispo County Community Fire Safe Council is proud to sponsor this Chipping Program!
This free service provides curbside chipping and removal of hazardous vegetation from residential properties. The grant funded program goal is to reduce flammable vegetation in your neighborhood and help you create defensible space around YOUR home in the event of a wildfire.
Experienced, licensed, and insured contractors will chip the vegetation you gather and stack according to the guidelines, then haul it away from your property. Make a reservation to secure your pickup. Reservations must be made at least seven days prior to the scheduled event to guarantee service.
Current events for our area are now being scheduled.
The program recommends signing up before building your pile.
For Information, Visit:
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Members may download the Trails of the Beautiful Village of Heritage Ranch guidebook here or request a hard copy be printed for $16 from the HROA Member Services office.
Trail maps are available through the Gaia GPS app. To access them, first register with Gaia GPS, then request activation using your registered email at office@hroa.us. The app can be downloaded here and used on both mobile devices and desktops.
Click here to visit the HROA Hiking and Trails page
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