Mountain Air Ranch
Minutes of the Board of Directors
Date: June 12, 2025

Call to Order

Meeting held online at 5:30 PM.
Present: Carla Gurovich, Jack Williams, Ronnie Thomas, Jim Williams, Riah Onstott, Danny Babish, Jim Buck, Chris M. (Operations Manager), and Ellen R.
Guests: Brian S., Richard S., Bob L., Christine H., Devon W.

Guest Comments

• Bob L. experimenting with ground markers for the parking lot.
• Richard S. attending as a prospective future treasurer.

Approval of Minutes

• Motion to approve May 8, 2025 minutes by Riah, seconded by Ronnie.
  Approved.

Email Motions Since Last Meeting

• Lodge Water Leak: Approved up to $12,000 for repairs. Final cost came to $14,500 due to line location issues.
• Deck Coverings: Motions from Jim B. remain unvoted.

Membership Report

After May 31, 2025:

• Males: 345 (64.6%)
• Females: 189 (35.4%)
• Total: 534

Membership Types:

• Full Members: 421 (78.8%)
• Friends of MAR: 113 (21.2%)

Tours arranged to prepare for the upcoming 90th Anniversary Weekend.

Manager’s Report

• Traveler’s insurance claim still pending.
• Annual campsite updates completed.
• Lodge and RV meadow water break repaired.
• Massage pavilion nearly complete.
• Pool music system upgraded with multi-zone volume controls.

Treasurer’s Report (April & May 2025)

Key Balances:

• Capital Improvement: $55,996
• Memorial Garden: $27,288
• Operating Account: $139,209
• Child Credit: $48,302
• Waitlist Deposits: $11,920
• Total Assets: $1,202,580

Insights:

• YTD income is up compared to 2024.
• Significant repair expenses continue to strain the Capital Improvement Fund.
• Recommendation to stagger and minimize new capital projects.

Old Business

MAR 90th Anniversary

• Registrations: 265 (members, guests, and one-day passes).
• Capital raised: ~$33,000 for improvements.
• Tents allowed on member sites for this event only.
• Bands to perform on the south side of the pool on the new paver stage.
• Parking nearly finalized; vans may be used if overflow occurs.
• First-time visitors must schedule tours before the event.
• Advertising: boosted Facebook and Instagram posts at a 5.6% click-through rate (above 3% industry average). AANR assisting with press releases.

Technology & Wi-Fi

• Starlink deprioritizing business users; Neteo nearing capacity.
• Exploring installation of an onsite Neteo tower.
• Peak weekends handle over 2,000 connected devices.
• Weather station added to MAR’s website.

Music Around the Pool

• New sound system allows volume control by zone.
• Considering easy-listening playlists during peak times.
• May require a Pandora Business subscription.

Deck Coverings & Permitting

• Clarification: decks over 12" require permits; deck coverings over 120 sq. ft. need full permits.
• Motion passed: approve current deck covering under good faith and place a moratorium on new coverings until updated guidelines are finalized.

New Business

Privacy Officer Role

• Proposal to either:
  1. Replace “Privacy Officer” in bylaws with “Manager,” or
  2. Appoint Jim W. as Privacy Officer and delegate duties to the Manager.
• Colorado statutes under review.

Next Meetings

• Regular Meeting: July 24, 2025 @ 5:30 PM
• Business Plan Meeting: TBD

Adjournment

Motion by Riah, seconded by Danny.
Adjourned at 7:19 PM.

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