How do we deal with their supporters' insults, personal attacks, and incitement?
Trust what they do, not what they say
2024, 2025, and 2026 Board Agendas
2022 Board Agenda
Trust but verify
I📢 Aug 13, 2026 08:41 pm
Community Update – Diamond Bay & Storm Runoff
What a storm we had last night! ⛈️ With all that rain came quite a bit of runoff, which gave us another good opportunity to identify areas throughout Eagle Crest Ranch where erosion and sediment still need attention.
A homeowner on Diamond Bay submitted a maintenance request this morning regarding significant rock, gravel, and sediment collecting near Diamond Bay and Halter. The concern was acknowledged right away, and our landscaping crew was already out evaluating runoff areas throughout the community.
After inspecting Diamond Bay, it was clear this area needs additional attention. Ramos Landscaping spent the remainder of the day working through several problem spots, and Arturo also met directly with a homeowner in one of the most affected areas to better understand exactly where the runoff is coming from and what needs to be addressed.
For some additional context, work has already been completed in portions of the Diamond Bay area, but this is one of the remaining sections of our larger erosion and drainage work that has not yet been fully completed. It is currently anticipated to be addressed more extensively this fall. In the meantime, we will continue making improvements where we can.
Believe it or not, storms like last night’s are actually helpful when evaluating these areas. They allow us to see exactly where water is moving, where sediment is collecting, and where additional reinforcement may be needed. That information helps us work toward long-term solutions instead of simply cleaning up after every storm.
We really appreciate homeowners submitting maintenance requests when they see something that needs attention. This is exactly what TownSq requests are for. It gives the Board and our vendors a specific location to inspect, allows us to respond quickly, and helps us continue working through these issues one area at a time.
There has been a tremendous amount of progress over the last year and a half, and there is still more to do. We appreciate everyone’s patience while we continue working toward long-term improvements throughout Eagle Crest Ranch. ❤️
Stefawna :)
I📢 Aug 2, 2026 07:27 pm
Introducing the Eagle Crest Ranch Community Library
We have some exciting news to share!
Your Eagle Crest Ranch Board of Directors is pleased to announce the launch of the official Eagle Crest Ranch Community Library—a new resource designed to help keep our community informed, connected, and engaged.
Please see the attached flyer for the website link and QR code to access the library and get started.
Why a Community Library?
Over the years, as Eagle Crest Ranch has grown and transitioned between management companies and Boards of Directors, community records have been maintained in a variety of formats and locations. Our new Community Library provides one permanent, centralized repository that belongs to the Eagle Crest Ranch community—not to a management company or an individual Board.
This resource helps preserve our community's history while making it easier for homeowners to access many of the governing documents, meeting records, newsletters, and other information they are entitled to review.
Protecting Your Privacy
Safeguarding homeowner information is a top priority. The Community Library has been designed with security measures in place, and no personal homeowner information or confidential financial account information will be available within the library.
Looking Ahead
This library will continue to grow over time as additional documents and resources are added. We welcome your feedback and suggestions as we continue building this valuable resource for our community.
We hope you enjoy this new tool and thank you for your continued support in making Eagle Crest Ranch a well-informed and connected community.
Angie
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I📢 Transparency Update - 7/31/2026
The Association recently spent $1,600 of HOA funds (8 hours of management time) responding to records requests submitted by two homeowners.
Since those costs are paid from Association funds—which means by all of us—we thought every homeowner should know the records are available for anyone to review.
You can find them in TownSq under:
📂 Documents
The requests included:
•Monthly financial statements WE STILL DON'T HAVE JUNE'S
•Check registers
•Balance sheets WE STILL DON'T HAVE JUNE'S
•Income statements WE STILL DON'T HAVE JUNE'S
•Merrill Lynch statements from All of 2025 to 2026
•Bank of America statements
•Year-to-date invoices
•General ledger reports
•Other financial records from 2025 and 2026 WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT?
Whether these were documents you personally wanted or not, your HOA dues helped pay for the time it took to gather and produce them. So, you might as well know where to find them.
Happy reading! 📚
Stefawna :)
IJul 27, 2026 01:20 pm
A Message to Our Community
The level of discussion we’ve seen today has been disappointing.
Constructive feedback is always welcome. We understand this road project has been inconvenient, and we know frustrations are high. However, personal attacks, name-calling, profanity, anonymous posts, and insults directed at your neighbors and volunteer Board members are not constructive, and they are not acceptable.
This Board is made up of homeowners who volunteer hundreds of hours of their personal time. We have families, careers, and responsibilities outside of the HOA, yet we continue to volunteer because we care about Eagle Crest Ranch.
The HA5 road preservation project is being completed by a professional contractor. Like any large construction project, schedules can change because of weather or field conditions. When they do, we work to communicate those changes as quickly as possible.
Today, one vehicle was mistakenly identified as being in an active work area. I was at work, and Arturo was volunteering his time helping make sure vehicles were clear so the contractor could begin work. An honest mistake was made. It was recognized before anything happened.
Throughout this project, we have repeatedly said that if a homeowner made a good-faith effort to move their vehicle but accidentally parked in another work area because of schedule changes or map confusion, we were not going to tow that vehicle to an impound yard. Our goal would have been to relocate it to another nearby street so work could continue.
What has been most disappointing is seeing an honest mistake immediately turn into accusations of incompetence, threats of lawsuits, and personal attacks.
I genuinely don’t understand how some people believe it is acceptable to speak this way about their own neighbors. We can disagree. We can be frustrated. But calling people clowns, incompetent, using profanity, posting anonymous attacks, and threatening legal action over an honest mistake crosses the line.
What’s especially discouraging is that many of the people making these comments have not volunteered to help with this project. Meanwhile, volunteers have spent countless hours in the Arizona heat helping move vehicles, answering questions, coordinating with contractors, updating maps, posting notices, and doing everything they can to minimize the inconvenience for homeowners.
Mistakes happen. We’re human. When they do, we acknowledge them, correct them, and move forward. What should not happen is volunteers being publicly ridiculed for trying to help.
We will continue serving this community, communicating openly, and making decisions we believe are in the best interest of Eagle Crest Ranch. All we ask is that everyone remember we are neighbors first. We can disagree without disrespecting one another, and we can hold each other accountable without resorting to personal attacks.
Our community deserves better than that. So do the volunteers who dedicate their time trying to make Eagle Crest Ranch a better place.
Stefawna :)
IJul 27, 2026 01:20 pm
A Message to Our Community
The level of discussion we’ve seen today has been disappointing.
Constructive feedback is always welcome. We understand this road project has been inconvenient, and we know frustrations are high. However, personal attacks, name-calling, profanity, anonymous posts, and insults directed at your neighbors and volunteer Board members are not constructive, and they are not acceptable.
This Board is made up of homeowners who volunteer hundreds of hours of their personal time. We have families, careers, and responsibilities outside of the HOA, yet we continue to volunteer because we care about Eagle Crest Ranch.
The HA5 road preservation project is being completed by a professional contractor. Like any large construction project, schedules can change because of weather or field conditions. When they do, we work to communicate those changes as quickly as possible.
Today, one vehicle was mistakenly identified as being in an active work area. I was at work, and Arturo was volunteering his time helping make sure vehicles were clear so the contractor could begin work. An honest mistake was made. It was recognized before anything happened.
Throughout this project, we have repeatedly said that if a homeowner made a good-faith effort to move their vehicle but accidentally parked in another work area because of schedule changes or map confusion, we were not going to tow that vehicle to an impound yard. Our goal would have been to relocate it to another nearby street so work could continue.
What has been most disappointing is seeing an honest mistake immediately turn into accusations of incompetence, threats of lawsuits, and personal attacks.
I genuinely don’t understand how some people believe it is acceptable to speak this way about their own neighbors. We can disagree. We can be frustrated. But calling people clowns, incompetent, using profanity, posting anonymous attacks, and threatening legal action over an honest mistake crosses the line.
What’s especially discouraging is that many of the people making these comments have not volunteered to help with this project. Meanwhile, volunteers have spent countless hours in the Arizona heat helping move vehicles, answering questions, coordinating with contractors, updating maps, posting notices, and doing everything they can to minimize the inconvenience for homeowners.
Mistakes happen. We’re human. When they do, we acknowledge them, correct them, and move forward. What should not happen is volunteers being publicly ridiculed for trying to help.
We will continue serving this community, communicating openly, and making decisions we believe are in the best interest of Eagle Crest Ranch. All we ask is that everyone remember we are neighbors first. We can disagree without disrespecting one another, and we can hold each other accountable without resorting to personal attacks.
Our community deserves better than that. So do the volunteers who dedicate their time trying to make Eagle Crest Ranch a better place.
Stefawna :)
Jul 22, 2026
Eagle Crest Ranch
One of the best ways to stay informed about what’s happening in our community is by creating a TownSq account and turning on notifications.
To enable notifications:
•Log into TownSq
•Go to Profile Settings
•Select Notifications
•At a minimum, we recommend turning on notifications for News and Events so you receive important community updates as they are posted.
If you need assistance creating a TownSq account or turning on notifications, Associa is happy to help you get set up, including making sure you’re signed up to receive email notifications.
We understand that not everyone wants to use TownSq. That’s why we also share information on our official website, www.eaglecrestranch.org, on our Eagle Crest Ranch AZ Facebook page, and through our weekly newsletter, which is sent directly to your email when signed up for email updates.
We’ve also seen suggestions asking why we don’t send more information through the USPS. The simple answer is cost. A single community-wide mailing costs the Association nearly $5,000. Sending just one mailer every month would cost approximately $60,000 per year, Even sending just quarterly mailers (4 per year) would still cost about $20,000 annually, in addition to using a significant amount of paper.
As homeowners in an HOA, things are constantly happening, road projects, maintenance, meetings, safety notices, community events, and other important updates. While we work hard to communicate through multiple channels, it’s also each homeowner’s responsibility to stay informed by checking at least one of our official communication sources regularly or by reading the weekly newsletter delivered to your email.
We’re committed to being fiscally responsible with Association funds. In 2026, most organizations communicate electronically, and many banks, utilities, and other businesses now encourage online communication instead of paper statements—some even charge extra for mailed statements. Using digital communication allows us to provide timely updates while keeping costs down and directing more of your assessment dollars toward maintaining and improving our community.
Please share this post with your neighbors so everyone knows where to find official Eagle Crest Ranch information and can stay up to date on important community news.
Thank you for helping us keep Eagle Crest Ranch informed, connected, and financially responsible.
We agree... TownSq is a great tool for providing up-to-date information to the community. But do not turn it into a propaganda machine, treating everything as a priority and alerting homeowners to every issue and wild idea.
The website is a waste of money. Instead, create a newsletter and email it to all homeowners to keep them informed.
🚨As for the now confirmed official Eagle Crest Ranch AZ Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/eaglecrestranchaz - You must allow all homeowners access. Peter had been denied access 4 times. 🚨
The statutes are there for a reason. These are not optional. TownSq alone will not do the job. The website will not do the job.
Emails to all homeowners/members with access to tech will reach the vast majority of members.
Signs announcing meetings get to all local members.
Mail gets to "all" members. This is all part of doing business.
Don't complain about the costs... Do your job and inform all members. Not just the ones you feel most connected to.
Follow ADA... Those who can't attend the meetings also matter. Treat them as full humans. Have some compassion. Stop whining.
It is not the board's responsibility to ensure that we read all the information it presents.
It is the board's responsibility to communicate with all of us uniformly. Mail is the best way to ensure that we get the information.
It is the board's responsibility to comply with open meeting statutes to ensure that the HOA/non-profit corporation's business is conducted in open session. It is the board's responsibility to treat people with respect and to treat you with respect. We are not your minions.
In 2022, the same people and their associates cheered to get your voting record.
The HOA attorneys analyzed the situation and advised us that we had to provide access. Furthermore, we were told it was illegal and that it would expose the HOA to a lawsuit if we didn't comply with the law.
One member was, begrudgingly, given access to the records.
The laws have not changed.
Please feel free to do your own homework. Here are the relevant statutes:
A.R.S. § 33-1812 (https://azleg.gov/ars/33/01812.htm) – Election records
& A.R.S. § 33-1805 (https://azleg.gov/ars/33/01805.htm)– Association records)
Jul 15, 2026
Eagle Crest Ranch AZ Facebook Group
Blah... Blah... Blah...
If homeowners have questions, concerns, or would like clarification regarding Board actions, we encourage them to use the official communication channels available to everyone—including TownSq, email, Board meetings, and our Board Access Meetings—where everyone is held to the same standard.
As a reminder, the Board communicates through one Facebook page: Eagle Crest Ranch AZ. Official Board announcements and updates are also communicated through TownSq, the Association website, Board meetings, and Board Access Meetings. These are the only sources where homeowners can expect official information and responses from the Board.
At the same time, this Facebook group allows anonymous posts, disables comments, requires moderator approval before content is published, and is moderated by two of the Board’s most outspoken critics who are also former board members from 2022.
Blah... Blah... Blah
Eagle Crest Ranch has spent years working through conflict.
Some of the members started the referenced conflict in 2019, amplified it in 2022, and continue to perpetuate it by seeking the sympathy of other members who don't have time to do their own research. Some of the same are perpetuating and deepening the division today with their drama.
We are making it easy for you to conduct your own research... Don't trust us, check things out on your own.
If homeowners have questions, concerns, or would like clarification regarding Board actions, we encourage them to use the official communication channels available to everyone—including TownSq, email, Board meetings, and our Board Access Meetings—where everyone is held to the same standard.
Most people have no idea when the board meets.
Where are the meeting signs we had posted for years as a key notice for the meetings?
Where is the newsletter?
Where are the transparent agendas telling us what you'll be voting on?
Board and management cut off people who have an opposing view.
Where is the ADA Support?
How do homeowners who aren't on TownSq get meeting notices and agendas?
Members are tired of all the messages pushed immediately instead of using their preferred weekly digest, so they turned notifications off.
2. As a reminder, the Board communicates through one Facebook page: Eagle Crest Ranch AZ. Official Board announcements and updates are also communicated through TownSq, the Association website, Board meetings, and Board Access Meetings. These are the only sources where homeowners can expect official information and responses from the Board.
Anyone with opposing views is censored at best or not approved for the Eagle Crest Ranch AZ.
Anyone with opposing views is given an unreasonably limited time and is constantly interrupted.
Homeowners who only use the mentioned avenues for information are allowing misinformation and misdirection to guide their views. We welcome you to do your own homework.
3. At the same time, this Facebook group allows anonymous posts, disables comments, requires moderator approval before content is published, and is moderated by two of the Board’s most outspoken critics who are also former board members from 2022.
Oy Vey... Here she goes again. It is all everyone else's fault. Never hers.
All of this vitriol, while the referenced board members have been respectful but critical at meetings and communicating via TownSq and email, only to be dismissed.
This group and especially their leader are misleading you and wasting our money.
Jul 12, 2026 02:28 am
Message on Transparency
The HOA Board is 100% fully committed to protect our neighbor's privacy while following state laws on records requests. As an example, the entire Board is fully invested to protect your private information including how you vote in HOA elections, who you voted for and your personal information. Just as in our last January Annual HOA Board Meeting, election results were presented by Associa with total number of votes per candidate and nothing more. An Election Records Privacy Policy will be presented at our upcoming 7/16 board meeting to address protecting our neighbor's privacy on election records...
JJul 14, 2026 08:39 am
More information on Election Records, Transparency & Homeowner Privacy
First, we want to apologize if this topic feels repetitive. We have received an overwhelming number of emails, phone calls, and messages from homeowners who are genuinely concerned that their personal voting information may be shared with other homeowners they do not know or associate with and not be able to know who received that information.
The concern expressed has been remarkably consistent. Many homeowners have told us they have no interest in being harassed, intimidated, or targeted over how they voted. Several have shared that they have observed homeowners who publicly support the Board later being criticized, called names, or subjected to offensive comments and memes by “anonymous” individuals on social media or other online platforms. Those homeowners have expressed that they do not want to be placed in a position where their personal voting history could become the subject of similar treatment by some “anonymous” individual(s).
As your Board, we take those concerns seriously.
Our goal has never been to limit transparency. We believe transparency is an important part of good governance. At the same time, we also have a responsibility to protect the privacy of every homeowner in Eagle Crest Ranch.
After reviewing the issue, here is what we found:
• Our CC&Rs do not require disclosure of individual ballots or homeowners’ voting histories.
• Our Bylaws allow members to inspect Association records but do not require the disclosure of personally identifying information.
• A.R.S. § 33-1805 recognizes that certain homeowner information is protected from disclosure.
• A.R.S. § 33-1812 requires election materials to be maintained but does not expressly require an association to release an individual homeowner’s ballot or voting history without redaction.
Additionally, we found an Arizona Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) decision involving another HOA, Daniel B. Belt v. Beaver Valley Improvement Association (OAH No. 21F-H2121058-REL). In that case, the Administrative Law Judge concluded that the requested personal voting information did not have to be disclosed and referenced A.R.S. § 33-1805(B)(4) as protecting that information. While an administrative decision is not binding precedent, it is persuasive authority interpreting these same Arizona statutes.
To be clear, we have no issue providing election records. The election records we receive from HOAVoteNow are organized into three categories:
Who voted
Who did not vote
* Voter choices (ballot selections)
We will release records from all three categories in response to a proper records request. The only information that will be redacted is homeowners’ personally identifying information.
The majority of ballots in our most recent election were cast electronically through HOAVoteNow. Each homeowner received a unique voting code by email and submitted their vote through the secure online election system. Only a small number of paper ballots were cast.
Records released by the Association will redact personally identifying information, including homeowner names, property addresses, mailing addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, property identification numbers, IP addresses, signatures, and other identifying information. The election information itself will still be provided.
We understand that homeowners want transparency, and we agree. Transparency is important. But we also believe transparency should not come at the expense of an individual homeowner’s privacy.
Arizona law allows homeowners to request Association records without the Association publicly identifying who made the request. Likewise, many discussions about the Association occur anonymously on social media or websites. If someone can request records anonymously, or post anonymously online, why should that same expectation of privacy disappear when it comes to how a homeowner voted?
We do not believe that is a fair trade-off.
The Board represents every homeowner, not just those who voted for us. Homeowners should be able to participate in HOA elections without worrying that someone may later obtain records identifying whether they voted or attempt to associate them with their ballot choices. We believe protecting that privacy encourages participation, confidence in the election process, and respect for differing opinions within our community.
Our position is simple: we will provide the election records required by law, but we will redact homeowners’ personally identifying information. We believe this approach provides meaningful transparency while respecting the privacy of our neighbors.
If someone believes Arizona law requires additional disclosure, Arizona provides a formal process through the Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) to resolve that dispute. Should an Administrative Law Judge or a court determine that additional disclosure is required, the Board will comply with that decision. Until then, we believe releasing the election records while protecting homeowners’ personal information is the most reasonable balance between transparency and privacy.
👁️Either he is making the decision for the board, or the board met and discussed this issue without informing the community of an executive session. Either way, this is a violation of open meeting statutes for both planned communities and non-profits.
If the board received guidance from our current HOA attorney, which is different than the previous attorney, one of them has to be wrong and in support of a violation. No policy can be enacted that will take away member/owner's rights. There are specific statutes that govern Planned Communities, such as our HOA and non-profits.
Here are the relevant statutes: A.R.S. § 33-1812 (https://azleg.gov/ars/33/01812.htm)– Election records & A.R.S. § 33-1805 (https://azleg.gov/ars/33/01805.htm)– Association records)
👁️🗨️See our analysis in our blog: https://www.ecrhoa.org/home/blog - Election Records)
👀The VP must get the last word in (with the help of ChatGPT). Her projection is repeated.
Once more, either she is making the decision for the board, or the board met and discussed this issue without informing the community of an executive session. Either way, this is a violation of open meeting statutes for both planned communities and non-profits.
If the board moves forward with this proposed policy, it will be in violation of Arizona statutes.
Jul 11, 2026 04:33 pm
Protecting Homeowner Privacy
As many of you know, the Board recently proposed an Election Records Privacy Policy. Unfortunately, someone is now pushing back because we are not allowing them to view what we believe is homeowners’ personal and confidential voting information.
Let’s be clear about what this policy is—and what it is not.
This is not about hiding election results. Vote totals, election outcomes, and other records required by Arizona law will continue to be maintained. This policy is about protecting individual homeowners by not disclosing:
Who someone voted for.
Whether a specific homeowner voted.
* An individual homeowner’s voting history.
Ask yourself this:
Would you want your neighbors to be able to request your personal voting information? Would you want someone you may not even know to learn whether you voted or who you supported in an HOA election?
Now take it a step further.
Would you expect your ballot in a local, state, or federal election to remain private? Most people would. While HOA elections are governed by different laws than government elections, the Board believes homeowners deserve the same respect for the privacy of their individual voting choices whenever possible.
To better understand how our community feels about this issue, we have posted a poll on TownSq.
The question is simple: Do you want the HOA to share your personal voting history with your neighbors if they request it?
We encourage every homeowner to participate and let your voice be heard.
The overall results of the poll will be shared with the community. However, just like we believe your HOA election choices should remain private, we will not disclose how any individual homeowner answered the poll. Only the total results will be published.
Some have claimed this is a “civil rights” issue. It is not. This is a legal question involving Arizona’s HOA statutes and how they should be interpreted while balancing transparency with homeowner privacy.
Arizona law includes:
• A.R.S. § 33-1812, which requires election materials to be retained for at least one year and made available for member inspection.
• A.R.S. § 33-1805, which governs association records and recognizes that certain categories of personal information may be withheld from disclosure.
The Board’s position is that these statutes should be read together and applied in a way that provides transparency without unnecessarily disclosing homeowners’ personal voting information.
It’s also worth pointing out that homeowners cannot request the identity of another homeowner who submits a records request. We protect that information because privacy matters. We believe the same principle should apply to an individual’s voting information.
There is no legitimate operational need for homeowners to know how their neighbors voted, whether they voted, or who they supported in a Board election. Transparency should never come at the expense of homeowner privacy.
The claim that this policy violates Arizona law is one legal interpretation. The Board is entitled to rely on the advice of its legal counsel. If someone disagrees with that interpretation, Arizona provides a legal process to resolve the issue.
Anyone who believes this policy violates Arizona law is welcome to file a petition with the Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE). The filing fee is $500 per petition, and an Administrative Law Judge can determine whether the Board’s interpretation complies with Arizona law.
Ultimately, this policy is about one simple question:
Should your neighbors be able to request your personal HOA voting history?
We want to hear directly from the homeowners—not from a handful of individuals speaking on behalf of everyone. Please take a moment to vote in the TownSq poll and let us know your opinion.
Our responsibility is to protect all homeowners—not just provide transparency, but also safeguard personal information whenever the law permits. We believe transparency and homeowner privacy can, and should, exist together.
It is unfortunate that every day that passes, this board continues to take away the rights we have under the following statutes:
Here are the relevant statutes: A.R.S. § 33-1812 (https://azleg.gov/ars/33/01812.htm)– Election records & A.R.S. § 33-1805 (https://azleg.gov/ars/33/01805.htm)– Association records)
It is reasonable to deduce that either the board sought guidance from our current attorney or used ChatGPT and guessed. Or if our current attorney provided guidance, one would have to ask, if the statute hasn't changed in this particular area, why is this advice different from the previous attorney's? It would stand to reason that one of them is wrong. What are we paying for? There are specific statutes that govern Planned Communities, such as our HOA and non-profits.
👁️🗨️See our analysis in our blog for more details: https://www.ecrhoa.org/home/blog - Election Records)
It is unfortunate that HOA Non-Profit Members can't review attorney-client records; otherwise, we would be able to see the type of advice board members receive from HOA Management and Attorneys. We have direct and personal knowledge of these facts.
Here's a source that the group had sighted years ago when this situation suited their needs. If it was appropriate for them, then it should stand to reason that it is now.
Or is this hypocrisy on full display?
She states: Anyone who believes this policy violates Arizona law is welcome to file a petition with the Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE). The filing fee is $500 per petition, and an Administrative Law Judge can determine whether the Board’s interpretation complies with Arizona law.
Members should file with the Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE), in essence, suing themselves. If the members find the board in violation, then the HOA pays the administrative fees.
It's either we pay or WE pay... Circular logic...
Produce the records as the previous boards have. Unless this board has something to hide.
Maybe people aren't interested in who we voted for, but rather something totally different.
Jul 9, 2026 12:08 pm
📢 Proposed Policies for Board Consideration – July 16 Board Meeting
At the July 16 Board Meeting, the Board of Directors will be voting on three proposed policies. We wanted to share them with homeowners ahead of time so everyone has an opportunity to review them, even if you’re unable to attend the meeting.
The proposed policies can be found on TownSq under:
Documents → Policies to Be Voted on at Next Meeting
1. Election Voting Records & Disclosure Resolution
This resolution is intended to protect the privacy of homeowners who participate in Association elections while maintaining transparency in election results.
If adopted:
•Homeowners may request the final certified vote totals for each candidate.
•The Association will not disclose who voted, who did not vote, how any homeowner voted, or addresses associated with returned ballots.
•Election records will continue to be maintained in accordance with Arizona law and the Association’s record retention requirements.
2. Community Safety Policy – Dirt Bikes, Electric Bikes, Scooters & Similar Vehicles
This policy is designed to improve safety throughout the community by addressing reckless or unsafe operation of motorized and electric vehicles on community streets and common areas.
The policy prohibits activities such as excessive speeding, racing, reckless driving, wheelies, riding through landscaped areas or washes, and other unsafe behaviors. It also reminds residents that Arizona law requires many motorized vehicles to meet street-legal requirements before being operated on community roadways.
3. Board Meeting Recording Policy
This policy provides for the Association to continue recording all open Board meetings and making the unedited recordings available to homeowners through TownSq.
If adopted:
•The Association will continue providing an official, unedited recording of each open Board meeting through TownSq.
•Official Board meeting recordings provided by the Association may not be copied, downloaded for redistribution, posted on websites or social media, altered, rebroadcast, or otherwise distributed without prior written approval from the Board of Directors.
•Personal recordings or livestreams of Board meetings would not be permitted, consistent with Arizona law and the Association’s governing documents.
• The policy also implements a violation and enforcement process for unauthorized recording, reproduction, or distribution of the Association’s official Board meeting recordings.
We encourage all homeowners to review these proposed policies before the meeting.
If you have any questions or comments regarding these proposed policies, please submit them through TownSq (contact admin/requests) so they can be reviewed before the meeting.
The agenda has also been posted by Salina on TownSq. Please take a look to see what else will be discussed during the meeting.
We look forward to seeing everyone at the July 16 Board Meeting at 6:30 PM at the Catalina Community Center.
When we have seen the lowest level this board can go... The board goes lower. They are exposing the Member to new levels of abuse and tyranny.
It is unfortunate that every day that passes, this board continues to take away our rights. (The move to create new policies in an effort to prevent members from reviewing our HOA non-profit records creates violations of civil rights and our rights as members of our HOA. All this with scare tactics, projection, and reframing the argument to their benefit and to the detriment of our 501c4 non-profit corporation.)
Here are THE FACTS:
Election Voting Records & Disclosure Resolution - A previous board had a similar request from a number of homeowners. While that board took the position of guarding member privacy, our HOA attorney reviewed the request and advised the board to make these records available to members and to ensure they are available for review. The board complied with the statute, and one member was given access to the unredacted election results. We expect that this board will follow the law.
(Note: If the board received guidance from our current HOA attorney, which is different than the previous attorney, one of them has to be wrong and in support of a violation. No policy can be enacted that will take away member/owner's rights. Here are the relevant statutes: A.R.S. § 33-1812 (https://azleg.gov/ars/33/01812.htm)– Election records & A.R.S. § 33-1805 (https://azleg.gov/ars/33/01805.htm)– Association records)
👁️🗨️See our analysis in our blog: https://www.ecrhoa.org/home/blog - Election Records)
Community Safety Policy – Dirt Bikes, Electric Bikes, Scooters & Similar Vehicles - This policy is already in place and nonsensical. What is the purpose, and how can it be enforced?
(Notes: 1. How about dogs on a leash? 2. How will this be enforced?)
Board Meeting Recording Policy - The original policy was put in place so that no one would be put in a bad light. If the videos are only available to homeowners/members in full and unedited, it does not harm the HOA, and certainly not the board. This is a violation of the First Amendment and takes the board's latitude to new heights of statute violation and tyranny. Since we believe this violates our First Amendment rights, it exposes board members to personal liability and lawsuits.
(Note: This policy further infringes on members' rights, as anyone who questions the board is not allowed to speak in the official social media group or on TownSq. Even during meetings, members are usually given two to three minutes to comment while being interrupted by the board and other members. Furthermore, this is not a reasonable implementation of the statute A.R.S. § 33-1804(A) https://www.azleg.gov/ars/33/01804.htm)
Jun 14, 2026 01:36 pm
🌵 Birkenstocks, Before-and-Afters, and Proof of Progress 🌵
I went on a little field trip today in my trusty Birkenstocks. 😉🌵
First, let’s talk about the landscaping photos. The first set of pictures dates from approximately 2017–2022 (most from 2022) and shows the amount of weeds and overgrowth that had accumulated throughout various common areas in the community. The second set was taken today and shows many of those same areas that have remained clear since being addressed beginning in 2024. Maintaining desert landscaping is an ongoing process, but it’s nice to see the progress and the difference consistent maintenance can make.
Next are the erosion photos from Running Roses. The first photos are from 2016 and show erosion that had already occurred before many of the homes were even built. The photos from today show the work completed from 2025 through 2026 to stabilize these areas. While there is always ongoing maintenance in a desert environment, significant progress has been made toward addressing long-standing erosion concerns.
The third set of photos shows the active erosion mitigation work currently underway on Old Arena. As you can see, the project is still in progress. One of the photos shows the current area experiencing erosion, while the other photos show what the completed retaining wall system will look like once the project is finished. These improvements are being completed in accordance with the recommendations contained in the WLB report and are focused on long-term stabilization rather than simply cosmetic improvements.
One thing I hope these photos demonstrate is that the work being discussed is not mythical work, hidden work, or work that only exists on paper. You can clearly see the progress that has been made throughout the community. From vegetation management, to drainage channel maintenance, to erosion mitigation and retaining walls, these are visible projects that homeowners can see with their own eyes. Every erosion mitigation project currently being completed is based on recommendations and priorities identified in the WLB report, which is available for homeowners to review on TownSq.
Progress doesn’t always happen overnight, but when you compare where we were to where we are today, the results speak for themselves. The before-and-after photos tell a story that words alone cannot. There is still work to do, but there is no question that meaningful progress has been made.
I also want to clarify a common question we receive regarding landscaping and overgrowth behind homes. All of the landscaping work being completed is funded through the Association’s operational budget, not reserve funds. These are annual operating dollars that have been approved and allocated specifically for maintenance projects. We understand some homeowners are still waiting for assistance in certain areas, and we will continue working through those locations as time, manpower, and budget allow. We simply cannot address every area at once, but we are making steady progress.
Most importantly, our reserve funds remain healthy and well-funded. We continue making regular reserve contributions, and the Association remains financially secure while still addressing maintenance, landscaping, and erosion mitigation projects throughout the community.
And yes… it is SUPER hot outside. 🥵 If anyone has a pool and would like to let me jump in after today’s hiking adventure through the desert, please let me know. 😂🏊♀️
First, let’s talk about the landscaping photos. The first set of pictures dates from approximately 2017–2022 (most from 2022) and shows the amount of weeds and overgrowth that had accumulated throughout various common areas in the community. The second set was taken today and shows many of those same areas that have remained clear since being addressed beginning in 2024. Maintaining desert landscaping is an ongoing process, but it’s nice to see the progress and the difference consistent maintenance can make.
Response:
We agree things are looking great today, but at what cost?
The 2022 board and Land Management Committee developed the Landscaping Contract Scope of Work document (SOW). (found here 2022 Projects). Why don't you ignorant people review the document before you cast stones?
We invited 5 landscaping companies to bid on the same SOW. We awarded the contract to Santa Rita Landscaping (SRL). It was to address the neglect you cite. We canceled the contract of the substandard landscapers we had under contract.
SRL was doing a good job on a solid contract. The 2023 board abused SRL and dropped them.
Next are the erosion photos from Running Roses. The first photos are from 2016 and show erosion that had already occurred before many of the homes were even built. The photos from today show the work completed from 2025 through 2026 to stabilize these areas. While there is always ongoing maintenance in a desert environment, significant progress has been made toward addressing long-standing erosion concerns.
Response:
We know you and your friends can do no wrong. You abused the 2022 board while no one is attacking you. The 2023 - 2026 boards have been violating open meeting statutes while wasting hundreds of thousands of dollars on pet projects in the dark of night.
The third set of photos shows the active erosion mitigation work currently underway on Old Arena. As you can see, the project is still in progress. One of the photos shows the current area experiencing erosion, while the other photos show what the completed retaining wall system will look like once the project is finished. These improvements are being completed in accordance with the recommendations contained in the WLB report and are focused on long-term stabilization rather than simply cosmetic improvements.
Response:
The mythology is that WLB recommended anything that you are doing. The reality is that you are driving the approach and doing the work, and then WLB comes in and comments on what you did. You and WLB will be put on the hot seat after this monsoon season.
One thing I hope these photos demonstrate is that the work being discussed is not mythical work, hidden work, or work that only exists on paper. You can clearly see the progress that has been made throughout the community. From vegetation management to drainage channel maintenance to erosion mitigation and retaining walls, these are visible projects that homeowners can see with their own eyes. Every erosion mitigation project currently being completed is based on recommendations and priorities identified in the WLB report, which is available for homeowners to review on TownSq.
Progress doesn’t always happen overnight, but when you compare where we were to where we are today, the results speak for themselves. The before-and-after photos tell a story that words alone cannot. There is still work to do, but there is no question that meaningful progress has been made.
Response:
We agree that progress doesn't happen overnight. Numerous successive boards conducted studies to figure out the priority and approach. The next step was to test methods and measure the outcome before we spend millions on ideas derived via rectal extraction.
We also allowed the expert to lead the process vs. the ignorant, as you did.
I also want to clarify a common question we receive regarding landscaping and overgrowth behind homes. All of the landscaping work being completed is funded through the Association’s operational budget, not reserve funds. These are annual operating dollars that have been approved and allocated specifically for maintenance projects. We understand some homeowners are still waiting for assistance in certain areas, and we will continue working through those locations as time, manpower, and budget allow. We simply cannot address every area at once, but we are making steady progress.
Response:
The financial statements are so screwed up that there is no way we can tell which general ledger and bank accounts the money is coming from. That is why some homeowners are submitting records requests.
Most importantly, our reserve funds remain healthy and well-funded. We continue making regular reserve contributions, and the Association remains financially secure while still addressing maintenance, landscaping, and erosion mitigation projects throughout the community.
Response:
Look at the analysis presented on this website, Home. The information is provided as a public service. However, if you don't pay attention and get involved, the board will start dipping into your pocket by the end of the year. The longer you wait, the deeper their hand will reach.
And yes… it is SUPER hot outside. 🥵 If anyone has a pool and would like to let me jump in after today’s hiking adventure through the desert, please let me know. 😂🏊♀️
Response:
In 2022, this individual suggested that the HOA should build a swimming pool... Because we had all of the money in reserves.
Jun 4, 2026 10:46 pm
HOA Reserve Investment Update
On Wednesday, June 3rd, I met with our Merrill Lynch advisory team to review the Association’s reserve investment accounts and discuss our long-term financial strategy.
Reserve funds are set aside for future major repairs, replacements, and capital improvement projects within our community. Because these funds represent the long-term financial stability of the Association, it is important that they are managed prudently and responsibly.
During our review, we discussed the Association’s current investment strategy, which utilizes a conservative treasury ladder approach designed to preserve capital, maintain liquidity, and generate steady returns that help offset inflation. This strategy was established by previous Boards and continues to meet its intended objectives.
After reviewing our accounts and overall reserve position, no changes to the current strategy were recommended at this time. The Board remains committed to a disciplined and conservative approach to managing Association funds.
While more aggressive investment options may offer the potential for higher returns, they also carry increased risk. As stewards of the community’s funds, we believe preserving principal, minimizing risk, and maintaining financial stability are more important than pursuing potentially higher returns through speculative investments.
The current strategy continues to generate positive returns while helping protect the purchasing power of the Association’s reserve funds. We will continue to monitor our accounts regularly and work closely with our financial advisors to ensure the community’s assets are managed in a prudent and responsible manner.
Thank you for your continued trust and support.
Respectfully,
Manuel Calvo
Treasurer
Eagle Crest Ranch HOA
On Wednesday, June 3rd, I met with our Merrill Lynch advisory team to review the Association’s reserve investment accounts and discuss our long-term financial strategy.
Reserve funds are set aside for future major repairs, replacements, and capital improvement projects within our community. Because these funds represent the long-term financial stability of the Association, it is important that they are managed prudently and responsibly...
Response:
This is another open meeting statute violation... This should have been presented to the board during the June 18, 2026, meeting. This is not a decision that the treasurer can make unilaterally.
This should have been discussed during a public session with the MEMBER participation. You should have also discussed your unilateral decision to open a new checking account using RESERVE FUNDS. This is not common practice and is antithetical to the HOA policy and practice.
This board has no idea how to run a non-profit board other than treating our reserve funds as monopoly money. The question is who's leading this effort and why?
Jun 28, 2026 06:47 pm
📢 Reminder: Get Your HOA Information from Official Sources
We just wanted to remind everyone that the only official sources for Eagle Crest Ranch HOA news, announcements, documents, policies, and updates are:
• TownSq
• The official Eagle Crest Ranch HOA website: eaglecrestranch.org
While there are other websites, Facebook pages, and online forums that may discuss our community, they are not affiliated with the Eagle Crest Ranch HOA. Any information shared on those sites reflects the opinions of the individuals posting it and may include misinformation or disinformation. They should not be considered official HOA communications.
To ensure you’re receiving the most current and accurate information, please rely on our official communication channels. If you ever have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Board or management through TownSq.
Thank you for helping us keep our community informed with accurate, official information.
We just wanted to remind everyone that the only official sources for Eagle Crest Ranch HOA news, announcements, documents, policies, and updates are:
• TownSq
• The official Eagle Crest Ranch HOA website: eaglecrestranch.org
Response:
We agree... These are the official sites. However, with the push of past board members and engaged members, the official sites would not be as complete as they are today. Even today, both sources remain incomplete and contain misleading information.
While there are other websites, Facebook pages, and online forums that may discuss our community, they are not affiliated with the Eagle Crest Ranch HOA. Any information shared on those sites reflects the opinions of the individuals posting it and may include misinformation or disinformation. They should not be considered official HOA communications.
Response:
We DO NOT AGREE... Those Facebook pages are filled with inaccuracies, misdirection, disinformation, and falsehoods from the board and their cronies. Just because the community looks aesthetically good doesn't mean it is fiscally healthy. Plus, anyone who disagrees with the board's narrative is blocked from posting. It is the board's echo chamber... Members beware.
To ensure you’re receiving the most current and accurate information, please rely on our official communication channels. If you ever have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Board or management through TownSq.
Thank you for helping us keep our community informed with accurate, official information.
Response:
We agree... However, we suggest that you review the content at http://ecrhoa.org to ensure transparency into the process and financials. Do not trust the echo chamber alone.
Jun 28, 2026 04:15 am
ECR HOA 2026 First Half Year Accomplishments
Here is summary of key accomplishments to meet the needs of our community which we call home. ARC Requests - continue to be approved at almost “light speed.” Erosion – Running Roses was moved to “monitor & maintain” status. Drainage – Alpine & ECR Blvd drainage critical point was cleared on the east & west side of the Blvd. Apron Project – completed throughout the community. Curb Repair Project – completed. ECR Blvd Median Plant Project – completed. Street HA5 Sealing Project – approved for July. Park Spring Seeding & Fertilizing – completed. Fire Break Initiative – south section by Edwin and Diamond Bay completed. ECR Document Library Initiative – kicked off in June. Speed Radar Trailers – two placed across the park on the Blvd for over three months in coordination with Pinal County. Activities – these included Stargazing, Cinco de Mayo and new Street Fair at the Park. Amenities – addition of soccer nets for the park (2nd one to be in place by mid-July). Bollards Project – completed (continue to monitor issues with reflective adhesive tape).
The 2nd half of the year will be focused on finally completing the entire WLB Drainage & Erosion report thus moving the community to “monitor & maintain” status. This is critically significant for ECR as this will be a first for our community. Also, regarding the Fire break, we anticipate completing 100% of the perimeter to protect the community from potential external bushfires. Other projects in the works include the clearing of excessive vegetation on rip rap so more information to be shared later in the year.
Here is summary of key accomplishments to meet the needs of our community which we call home. ARC Requests - continue to be approved at almost “light speed.” Erosion – Running Roses was moved to “monitor & maintain” status. Drainage – Alpine & ECR Blvd drainage critical point was cleared on the east & west side of the Blvd. Apron Project – completed throughout the community. Curb Repair Project – completed. ECR Blvd Median Plant Project – completed. Street HA5 Sealing Project – approved for July. Park Spring Seeding & Fertilizing – completed. Fire Break Initiative – south section by Edwin and Diamond Bay completed. ECR Document Library Initiative – kicked off in June. Speed Radar Trailers – two placed across the park on the Blvd for over three months in coordination with Pinal County. Activities – these included Stargazing, Cinco de Mayo and new Street Fair at the Park. Amenities – addition of soccer nets for the park (2nd one to be in place by mid-July). Bollards Project – completed (continue to monitor issues with reflective adhesive tape).
Response:
Congratulations on doing a bunch of stuff that was not a priority with NO project plan, NO project budget, NO notice of specifics to members, and NO transparency. Since 2023, the boards have been enabled to get away with these blatant violations.
The 2nd half of the year will be focused on finally completing the entire WLB Drainage & Erosion report thus moving the community to “monitor & maintain” status. This is critically significant for ECR as this will be a first for our community. Also, regarding the Fire break, we anticipate completing 100% of the perimeter to protect the community from potential external bushfires. Other projects in the works include the clearing of excessive vegetation on rip rap so more information to be shared later in the year.
Response:
Change your ways... The community is starting to wake up and is seeing through your BS.
Mar 13, 2026 09:14 am
Community Clarification: Our HOA and 501(c)(4) Status
Our HOA operating as a 501(c)(4) does not change how our community functions, and it has saved the association a significant amount of money.
Since there has been some discussion again about our HOA being a 501(c)(4), I wanted to provide some clarification for residents. This is simply meant to provide accurate information for the community.
When this was first discussed, I was actually one of the people who had concerns about it. Because of that, I spent a significant amount of time researching what it truly means and how it impacts our community.
While I did not agree with how it was originally presented to the community, as it left a lot of confusion and required me to do more research than I should have had to at the time, the reality is that the 2022 board ultimately saved this community a significant amount of money by applying for the 501(c)(4).
Since then, the topic has been reviewed and discussed across four different boards, and none have found a reason not to continue operating as a 501(c)(4).
At this point, it has been well reviewed and consistently supported as the best financial structure for the association.
A 501(c)(4) is simply a federal tax classification for a nonprofit “social welfare organization.” It does not determine whether property is public or private.
According to the Internal Revenue Service, organizations operating under Section 501(c)(4) must promote the common good and general welfare of the community they serve. The IRS also specifically states:
“Homeowners’ associations by their very nature benefit certain individuals, typically their members.”
In other words, the “community” being referenced is the homeowners who live here and whose dues maintain the neighborhood, not the general public.
This is why HOAs commonly maintain amenities such as:
• Parks
• Greenbelts
• Playgrounds
• Walking paths
These are common areas funded and maintained by homeowners for the benefit of the community.
In Arizona, HOA common areas are also recognized as privately owned property of the association, governed by the community’s CC&Rs and managed under the Arizona Planned Communities Act (A.R.S. Title 33, Chapter 16).
For that reason, it is normal for HOA amenities to have signage such as:
• Private Property
• Residents and Guests Only
• Private Park – HOA Members Only
At the same time, there are practical realities of living in a non-gated community.
From time to time, people do come through the neighborhood to solicit. While communities can try to discourage it, door-to-door solicitation is generally protected under First Amendment rights, which means it cannot always be completely prevented. If residents prefer not to be disturbed, placing a “No Soliciting” sign on your door is often the most effective solution.
We also occasionally see people using the park who may not live here. Because we are not a gated community and do not patrol the park or check IDs, there is realistically no way to completely eliminate that.
What we will take seriously, however, is any damage to HOA property. Anyone who vandalizes or damages community property whether they live here or not will be reported and charges will be pursued.
I would also like to acknowledge and thank the 2022 board treasurer for the work that went into applying for the 501(c)(4), which ultimately helped save this community a significant amount of money.
The bottom line:
Operating as a 501(c)(4) simply allows the association to function as a nonprofit that supports the welfare of our community. It saves the neighborhood money and does not change how our community operates or how residents live here.
The goal of sharing this information is to provide clarity for the community moving forward.
Clarification: Our HOA and 501(c)(4) Status
When this was first discussed, I was actually one of the people who had concerns about it. Because of that, I spent a significant amount of time researching what it truly means and how it impacts our community.
NOTE: During 2022, 10 members were dealing with a serious case of PDS and were attacking the board due to that affliction. The board scheduled and agendized the discussion across numerous meetings and brought experts to answer questions. (Over 8 hours of board meeting time were allocated to this subject matter.) The board was harassed and vilified. Two of these individuals, including the author of this post on TownSq, have since apologized for their abhorrent behavior.
The reality is that the 2022 board ultimately is saving this community a significant amount of money by applying for 501(c)(4) status, and nothing we feared came to pass. Our hysteria was unfounded, and we sincerely apologize for the harm we caused.
The bottom line: the 2022 board was brilliant. Since then, the topic has been reviewed and discussed across four different boards, and none have found a reason not to continue operating as a 501(c)(4).
At this point, it has been well reviewed and consistently supported as the best financial structure for the association. We sincerely apologize for attacking the 2022 Board.
A 501(c)(4) is simply a federal tax-exempt classification for a nonprofit “social welfare organization.” It does not determine whether property is public or private. The property remains private.
According to the Internal Revenue Service, organizations operating under Section 501(c)(4) must promote the common good and general welfare of the community they serve. The IRS also specifically states:
“Homeowners’ associations by their very nature benefit certain individuals, typically their members.”
In other words, the “community” being referenced is the homeowners who live here and whose dues maintain the neighborhood, not the general public.
This is why HOAs commonly maintain amenities such as:
• Parks
• Greenbelts
• Playgrounds
• Walking paths
These are common areas funded and maintained by homeowners for the benefit of the community.
In Arizona, HOA common areas are also recognized as privately owned property of the association, governed by the community’s CC&Rs and managed under the Arizona Planned Communities Act (A.R.S. Title 33, Chapter 16).
For that reason, it is normal for HOA amenities to have signage such as:
• Private Property - Yes
• Residents and Guests Only - Not for a 501(c)(4) (per legal counsel, these signs need to come down)
• Private Park – HOA Members Only - Not for a 501(c)(4) (per legal counsel, these signs need to come down)
People who are not members, guests, and residents have been using the park since the HOA's inception without restriction. Nothing has changed.
At the same time, there are practical realities of living in a non-gated community. We also occasionally see people using the park who may not live here. Because we are not a gated community and do not patrol the park or check IDs, there is realistically no way to completely eliminate that.
What we will take seriously, however, is any damage to HOA property. Anyone who vandalizes or damages community property, whether they live here or not, will be reported and charges will be pursued.
I would like to acknowledge and thank the 2022 board for the work and brilliance that went into applying for the 501(c)(4), which ultimately helped save this community a significant amount of money.
The bottom line:
Operating as a 501(c)(4) simply allows the association to function as a tax-exempt nonprofit that supports the welfare of our broader community. It saves our association money, limits assessment increases, and does not change how our community operates or how residents live here.
NOTE: THE 2022 BOARD THANKS YOU FOR YOUR APOLOGIES AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF OUR WORK.
This has nothing to do with the 501(c)(4) designation:
From time to time, people do come through the neighborhood to solicit. While communities can try to discourage it, door-to-door solicitation is generally protected under First Amendment rights, which means it cannot always be completely prevented. If residents prefer not to be disturbed, placing a “No Soliciting” sign on your door is often the most effective solution.
The engineering company aims to please.
The process explained at the board's Erosion Informational Meeting on May 1, 2025: (click to listen to the meeting) https://rumble.com/v6svw0j-2025-05-01-erosion-info-meeting.html?start=1194 - We asked John for his opinion on what we have done. Started working in January 2025 and asked John to visit on March 11, 2025. "Does this look like what you expect? Not to put words in your mouth..." For more on erosion mitigation history.
Wait... Shouldn't the engineering company be advising us what to do?
Logic doesn't apply here.😵💫
Drawings?
Budgets?
How about testing approaches prior to spending over $1.1M?
No decisions via rectal extraction by landscapers...