Cathedral Canyon Country Club #4 

Quorum Article - February 2004

There are 17 homeowner associations at Cathedral Canyon Country Club. Association #4 is located on the East Side of Cathedral Canyon Drive, where it is one of five associations comprising a total of 450 condominium units.

The relationships among the many associations at Cathedral Canyon Country Club can be complex. As an example, Cathedral Canyon #4 is responsible for the maintenance and operation of the East Gate. The telephone system was recently upgraded and contains the names and telephone numbers of 384 of the owners within the East Gate. Four other associations participate in the expenses of gate operations and are billed for their share every 6 months.

Association #4 itself comprises 84 units, 31 of which are on the golf course, occupies some twenty acres of leased land. The lease renews in 2061. The units are 2 and 3 bedrooms in 5 different models and range in size from 1,500 to 1,900 square feet. They were built in the years1979 and 1980. Current prices range from $150,000 - $275,000

And the market is very active. Approximately 25% of the owners are full time residents.

This is a popular location, close by Lawrence Welk's Desert Oasis Golf and Tennis Resort. It is close to shopping, civic activities, cultural activities, and sports facilities

Amenities enjoyed include a clubhouse with dining facilities, 27-hole golf course, tennis courts, and a very generous allocation of 7 pools & 7 Jacuzzis to the HOA's 84 units.

A 5-member board of directors assisted by 4 very active committees (landscape, architectural, finance, and pools) is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and renewal of this mature community. Several years ago some of the pools and spas were refinished in fiberglass. However, the Board is considering other alternatives at this time. The re-roofing of all the units has been placed on a planned 5-year schedule, which is being adhered to.

This is a proactive Board. On one hand, it is conscious of the need to compete with new development down valley and has established a curb appeal plan to accomplish this. On the other hand it is very cost conscious and has instituted a water conservation plan. Association dues are $354 per month.

Says Board Member Tony Lopes, "As an elected Board member, I feel I have a responsibility to the Homeowners to select quality vendors who will insure the very best servicing and maintenance of our Association. It is equally important we address services, i.e., landscaping, roofs, pool maintenance, and architectural concerns in a timely manner and in the best interest of the homeowners; and do so within the adopted budget, without raising our dues. Lastly, as a Board, we encourage homeowners to attend Board Meetings and actively participate on one of our committees; their input and suggestions are vital as we move forward as an Association."

Cathedral Canyon #4 Association vendors include Grand Mark for Landscaping. This service is new to the Association, came on board in July, and is experiencing a successful transition. Tree Rite is the arborist; Al Miller & Sons carry out roofing work; Powerful Pest Management provides pest control services; and Desert Oasis Lighting does lighting maintenance. Desert Management provides association management services. Association Manager is Joy Duguid.