Board Election

2026 BOARD CANDIDATES

Don Koenes
Director Election Statement
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Karl Kato
Director Election Statement
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Nicholas Rab
Director Election Statement
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Joe Veni withdrew as a candidate for the 2026 Board of Directors election.

ABOUT THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Tahoe Donner Board of Directors is a five-member group of unpaid volunteers elected by the membership to oversee the governance and strategic direction of the association. Their primary responsibility is to manage the financial and operational aspects of Tahoe Donner, in coordination with the association’s professional staff, in the best interests of its nearly 25,000 members.

WHAT SORTS OF ISSUE COME BEFORE THE BOARD?

• Long-term strategic planning and annually setting organizational goals, priorities and the annual budget.
• Determination of Annual Assessment dues and fee structures.
• Developing operational rules and enforcement policies.
• Evaluation of the need for capital projects spending and/or changes to existing programs/amenities.

WHAT IS REQUIRED OF BOARD MEMBERS?
Board members are elected to a three-year term and are expected to attend regular monthly board meetings that usually last an entire day. Significant time is often required to review and research information to prepare for meetings. Additionally, there are special meetings, and each board member serves as a liaison to one or more of the committees serving the association, all of which meet regularly. Attendance via Zoom is available for most commitments.

Members of the board of directors have a fiduciary duty to the association, requiring them to act in the best interest of the association.

Because they are expected to set an example and promote the shared goal of maintaining and enhancing the reputation of Tahoe Donner as a valuable, vibrant and thriving community, board members are obligated to maintain a high standard of professionalism, civility and decorum.

Photo Credit: Neil Brydon (2022 Photo Contest Submission)