Board Election
The 2026 Board of Directors election is scheduled to conclude at the June 28, 2026 Annual Meeting of Members. Two board positions will be filled at the election.
QUOTES FROM CURRENT BOARD DIRECTORS
“The most rewarding aspect of serving on the board is knowing that I am making a positive impact in my community. Rather than simply observing or voicing concerns from the sidelines, board service allows me to actively participate in developing and advancing solutions. Through this role, I am able to make a direct and meaningful contribution to the community I care about.”
– Denise Gauny, Vice President
“The most rewarding, most proud and best part of being on the board is seeing the decisions we make as a board come to reality and make an impact on Tahoe Donner… our enjoyment, our safety and the value of our homes. See smiles on the faces of my Tahoe Donner neighbors makes it all worth it.”
– Don Koenes, Treasurer
“The most rewarding part of being on the board has been the opportunity to make a meaningful, positive difference in our community. During my time on the board, we have completed capital improvements that had been stalled for decades, implemented long-overdue policy reforms, and made the most significant member-first changes to the amenity access system in more than 35 years. Seeing these efforts translate into real improvements in member experience and enjoyment has been especially rewarding.”
– Benjamin Levine, President
“[I am most proud of] participating on a well-functioning board, absent of individual grandstanding, which focuses exclusively on the betterment of the Association.”
– Jay Wertheim, Vice Treasurer
“A challenge of being a volunteer board director of such a diverse business operation with multiple meetings, committee obligations, and events to attend is that having flexibility of schedule midweek and on weekends is key to being a successful and engaged director. Prioritizing these time commitments among work, family, and Tahoe Donner volunteer obligations can be challenging, as these time commitments and expectations have grown during my 9-year board tenure.”
– Courtney Murrell, Secretary
ABOUT THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tahoe Donner Association is a self-directed common interest development governed by a five-member board of directors; each director is elected for a three-year term. The board governs the financial management and general operation of the association.
ANNUAL BUDGET: $34 million, includes revenue, expenses, annual assessments and required reserve funds.
OPERATIONS: The physical management and maintenance of the association’s common areas, operation of the resort amenities and enforcement of the land-use restrictions and architectural standards.
ONGOING BUSINESS: Management of the Association Master Plan, fiscal monitoring of amenities, approval of the annual budget, utilization of open spaces and fulfilling the vision of Tahoe Donner.
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AREAS OF FOCUS AND RESPONSIBILITY INCLUDE:
- Determination of Annual Assessment dues and fee structures.
- Developing operational rules and enforcement policies.
- Long-term strategic planning and annually setting organizational goals, priorities and the annual budget.
- Evaluation of the need for capital projects spending and/or changes to existing programs/amenities.
- Establishing the governance tone and culture of the community.
EXAMPLES OF BOARD DECISIONS
- Building the Downhill Ski Lodge
- Building the Alder Creek Adventure Center
- Expanding the Equestrian Center
- Expanding Trout Creek Recreation Center
- Approving the Trails and Open Space Master Plan
- Approving new and replacement equipment purchases
- Purchasing property adjacent to Tahoe Donner to preserve open space, expand recreation opportunities and provide for the defensible space of our community
- Selecting members and setting goals for volunteer committees
- Hearing member appeals from Architectural and Covenants Committee decisions