2027 Budget Sessions

The Tahoe Donner Board of Directors, staff and committees work on the 2027 budget from July through October. Members are encouraged to get involved and provide their valuable input.

WHAT IS COVERED BY THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT?

There are three primary funds that determine your Annual Assessment:

• OPERATING FUND: Covers Tahoe Donner’s day-to-day operating common expenses (e.g. staff, utilities,
  cleaning, insurance)
• RESERVE STUDY FUND: This umbrella capital reserve saves for the maintenance, repair and replacement of the Association’s existing major components. It’s split into two sub-funds:
  • REPAIR + REPLACEMENT FUND: Saves for corrective maintenance and repair, and the replacement of items that wear out within 30 years (e.g. paint, flooring, vehicles)
  • LONG LIFE FUND: Saves for the repair and replacement of items that last longer than 30 years (e.g. roofs, foundation, and full facility replacement)
• DEVELOPMENT FUND: This umbrella fund is for new capital improvements. It includes two sub-funds:
  • NEW CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND: Savings for real estate purchases and major facility additions and enhancements (e.g. new trailheads and additional snowmaking)
  • NEW EQUIPMENT FUND: Savings for new furniture, technology, and other new equipment purchases.

In simple terms:

• The Operating Fund keeps things running today.
• The Reserve Study Fund keeps Tahoe Donner well-maintained for tomorrow.
• The Development Fund invests in Tahoe Donner’s future.

HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED IN THE 2027 BUDGET?

Members are encouraged to participate in a variety of ways:

• Attend a board sessions on August 28, September 25, October 9 and/or October 16, if necessary
• Fill out a feedback form