Mountain Air Ranch
Minutes of the Board of Directors
Date: May 8, 2025
Call to Order
Meeting held in person at 5:00 PM.
Present: Carla Gurovich, Jack Williams, Ronnie Thomas, Jim Buck, Jim Williams, Riah Onstott
Absent: Danny Babish
Also Present: Chris M. (Operations Manager), Ellen R.
Guests: Trey, Brian S., Mark R., David E.
Approval of Minutes
- Motion to approve March 6, 2025 minutes by Jim W., seconded by Riah.
Approved.
Email Motions Since Last Meeting
- Membership Bylaws Revisions: Approved unanimously on March 10.
- Lodge Water Tank Proposal: Approved up to $15,000 for two new tanks, plumbing, and trenching. Jack abstained.
- Lodge Driveway Improvements: Proposed April 13; withdrawn on May 8. Further discussion to occur under Manager’s Report.
Membership Report
After April 5, 2025:
- Males: 346 (64.1%)
- Females: 194 (35.9%)
- Total: 540
Membership Types:
- Full Members: 423 (78.3%)
- Friends of MAR: 117 (21.7%)
Manager’s Report
- Traveler’s Insurance Claim: Initial $8,000 offer countered with receipts totaling $32,000+. Follow-up pending.
- Annual Campsites: Dave G. relinquished his site and is donating a camper to MAR; Anton H. also gave up his site; Brian & Angie will take over for 2026.
- Triggs Campsite Repairs: Roof leaks addressed; agreements signed.
- Lodge Driveway Improvements: Mixed feasibility; privacy fencing reused; exploring more parking options.
- Employee Sites: Motion passed to eliminate two existing sites in the lodge yard; no additional employee sites permitted there. New policy will be documented.
Treasurer’s Report (February & March 2025)
February Balances:
- Capital Improvement: $51,066
- Memorial Garden: $27,288
- Operating: $97,114
- Child Credit: $43,117
- Waitlist Deposits: $12,020
- Total Assets: $1,121,632
March Balances:
- Capital Improvement: $39,996
- Memorial Garden: $27,288
- Operating: $121,253
- Child Credit: $43,117
- Waitlist Deposits: $12,003
- Total Assets: $1,192,929
Insights:
- Income for March 2025 was down compared to March 2024.
- Year-to-date, income is up but so are expenses, reducing net gains.
- Less than three months of operating expenses remain in the account.
- Treasurer urged spending restraint and caution on new projects.
Motion to approve February & March reports by Riah, seconded by Jack.
Approved.
Old Business
MAR 90th Anniversary
- Registrations: 58 full-weekend, 6 Saturday-only; all rooms and RV spots booked; waiting list active.
- Feedback: Members requested meal-only pricing; declined due to existing early bird discounts.
- Promotion:
- Website has a dedicated section and detailed event schedule.
- Social media posts ongoing (2-3 weekly in May, increasing to daily countdowns in July).
- Email campaign: April kick-off + biweekly through June, weekly in July.
- Posters designed; ordering pending.
- Ronnie submitted an article to AANR Bulletin; awaiting response.
- Considering news stories closer to event date and exploring NextDoor ads.
- Photos: Scheduling additional anniversary photo shoots.
Infrastructure Projects
- Pool/Hot Tub/Decks completed. Total cost: $437,371 (pool cover excluded). Minor warranty issues pending.
Technology & Wi-Fi
- Internet stable; working with Neteo on a proposal for an onsite tower that could generate royalties for MAR.
- Additional equipment and surge protection needed for main power systems.
Deck Coverings & Permits
- Findings from Jefferson County clarified requirements:
- Decks over 12” require a permit.
- Deck coverings over 120 sq. ft. require a full building permit.
- Board will draft guidelines on deck sizes, materials, removability, and permitting.
- Site holders currently in violation will receive letters requiring compliance.
Rocky Mountain Naturist Guest Policy
- RMN members can visit as guests.
- Regular day fees apply.
- Limited to 5 visits per year.
New Business
Items to be discussed at the next meeting.
Next Meetings
- Regular Meeting: June 12, 2025 @ 5:30 PM
- Business Plan Meeting: TBD
Adjournment
Motion by Riah, seconded by Jim B.
Adjourned at 7:04 PM.
