General Information

There have been recent postings on Nextdoor regarding slash (pine needles) in the community: where and when to dump, etc. Here is the formal answer:

1. Slash on personal lots is the homeowner’s responsibility to collect and dispose of.
2. The beige trash dumpsters are NOT to be used for slash. These dumpsters are to be used only for household waste, managed and taken to the local dump grounds — and they do not accept of slash. Instead owners have the following options:
   1. Haul your slash to the Cloudcroft Slash Pit. There is no expense to dump there, though you will be required to pull the slash out of your transport and into the pit. Plus, it is recommended to do this from a fire hazard standpoint, which we all want to reduce.
   2. The Cloud Country Estates Annual Slash Pickup. For $100, pile your slash on the side of your property — no matter how much — and our groundskeepers will scoop it up. Watch for announcements of this offer.
   3. Contrary to popular opinion, the large black dumpster trailer in not for anyone to dump their slash in at any time. Why? Because that dumpster is used for the community for road debris, tree branches and slash in community areas, as well as to pick up road material, such as ice salt. Filling it up requires the groundskeeper to stop his work, whether critical or not, and conduct an unscheduled run to the pit so as to avoid a fire hazard. This can disrupt work on water systems, county-mandated updates, etc. Only with explicit permission from the groundskeeper, you may dump a nominal (meaning, an amount the property tech deems acceptable based on his schedule and use of the trailer) amount of slash into the black dumpster trailer, preferably under the direction and observation of the groundskeeper. IT MUST BE SCHEDULED, APPROVED AND SUPERVISED.
3. PLEASE DO NOT Dump your slash on the edge or front of your property expecting it to be picked up, as it will not be and will pose eventual degradation of the asphalt.
4. Piles of slash pine needles can be dangerous, primarily due to fire hazards. They are easily ignited and can burn rapidly, posing a risk to structures and surrounding vegetation. Additionally, they can be slippery and cause falls.
5. While not directly harmful, removing all pine needles can impact soil health. Pine needles decompose and release nutrients back into the soil. Removing them completely them off can disrupt this process.

The dates for dues to be paid are:

POA: March 31st of each year

Club: July 30th of each year

Please check your email and regular mail for the notices and invoices. For email, be sure to whitelist cloudcountrytreasurer@yahoo.com. As always, if you need help with your dues, please contact us.

With the new fire season upon us it is more important than ever to be on alert for fires. Watch Duty, combined with Nextdoor, are services that are important in alerting neighborhoods of fires in the area. Both are apps you can download on your mobile devices and also can be easily accessed online through a web browser.

Starting Tuesday, August 20, work on the Main Water Tank will begin to investigate and repair a leak coming from the Tank area. This may take several days.

A portable tank will be used to supply water to the community while our main tank is shut down. Divers from Rubicon will be here Wednesday to assist in the repair.

Please conserve water and please no outside watering during the repair time.

Earle Williams

Water Director

We have come across questions regarding the use of the Cloud Country Club Pool. This post provides key details.

Q: Can anyone use the pool in the area — is the pool “public?”

A: The CCC Pool is a private, for-members-only membership pool. Only paid members and their guests* are allowed to use the pool.

Q: Who is eligible for Club membership?

A: A Member shall be an individual, firm or company who is an owner of one or more lots located in

• Cloud Country Estates Subdivision Units I and 2 (mandated membership),
• Cloud Country West Units 1,2, and 3,
• Waterfall,
• Silver Springs,
• Cloud Country Park,
• Cloud Country North,
• owner ofCloud 9 Townhouses located in Cloudcroft, New Mexico or
• a lessee in Cloudcroft Lodge,

all located within Otero County, New Mexico. (§ Article 3, Sec. 2).

Q: Can any of my family members use the pool

A: First, a membership is only for the “owners” of the properties eligible for membership. This would include both spouses under one membership.

Second, only a members’ children under 21 years of age, full time students under the age of 23, and fully dependent parents or adults — all residing in the members’ household are individuals eligible to use the pool as members. Family members not falling under this definition may purchase their own Associate Membership.

Independent parents, aunts, uncles, siblings, cousins, grown children and their children not residing in the member household are not under the membership scope, but may purchase an Associate Membership.

Q: What is an Associate Membership?

A: An Associate Membership may be purchased by anyone related to a member, for half the price of membership. Associate members may use the pool without being accompanied by a member, but may not bring guests. Associate members are not suitable to accompany guests of a member

Q: Can I bring, invite guests to the pool?

A: Up to 2 guests, may use the pool under one membership* (not per person in the membership group); more guests may be allowed with the explicit written permission of a Club board director or the Cloud Country Property Technicians. Additionally, guests must be accompanied by the member at all times while in the pool area.

*With regards to guests, only two guests per membership, not per individual owner or individual family members, would be allowed as guests, unless written approval from the board or property tech — and only accompanied by a member. Whether there are one or four individuals under one membership, only two guests are allowed.

Q: May I assign my membership to another person, such as a family member, or renter?

A: Club Bylaws and Rules do not have a provision for such assignment, other than to note in the event of multiple owners, that a primary user of the membership may be assigned and registered with the Club secretary (§ Article 3, Sec. 2). Therefore, non-owners may not be designated as a member; this would include immediate family members and renters.

Q: How do I affirm my membership?

A: You are to be able to prove your membership if requested by either a pool administrator, or any member who inquires while you are at the pool. If you are not a member or a guerst of a member not accompanied by a member, you will be expected to leave immediately, or be subject to a violation of trespassing, that could include a citation from local law enforcement.

Q: What happens if I am a member but violate pool and membership rules?

A: Membership privileges shall be suspended from use of the pool for nonpayment of dues, fees, or for deliberate and or continuous violation of Club rules, regulations, or policies, or failure to properly identify oneself when using Club facilities or areas when so requested by a Club official or Club member.

Effective: June 1, 2024 – until further notice.

Hand watering and Drip Systems days for yards, flower beds, gardens, etc., will be limited to three times per week per home.

6:00 AM to 9:00 AM      And         6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

All owners are allowed hand held watering and drip systems on their scheduled days.

Schedules:

Even house numbers- Full Timers:  Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Odd house numbers – Full Timers:  Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Week Enders & Part Timers: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday or no more than 3 days per week.

Problems:

We are in drought cycle (less water available) and we need to stay under our water right limit.

Uncontrolled watering during the dry summer months, hampers our ability to maintain a safe level of treated water in our tanks.  This poses a firefighting problem and an increase expense to maintain a satisfactorily water level for normal home uses.

Penalties for violation:

1. First incident: Warning of violation by letter.
2. Further incidents with board approval: On time $200 fine
3. In special cases, water main will be turned off and locked until owner demonstrates compliances.

Your cooperation is required and appreciated:

Earle Williams
Water Systems Administrator
Cloud Country Estates

Approved by:

Cloud Country Estates Board of Directors

Hello Neighbors, we are excited to see you all at the July 6, 2024 Annual Meeting at our Beautiful Barn. Just a reminder, the meeting begins at 9:00am.. There will be coffee and sweet breads for you to enjoy. This year we will be having Pickleball instruction by some wonderful guests. This will begin at 2:00pm at the courts. We will also have another Fishing Derby from 1:00 to 4:00. 

There will be a BBQ Chicken Dinner served with Beans and Potato Salad, meet us at 5:30 for fellowship and dinner served at 6:00. We could use your help with the following items. Please let us know if you can provide any of the following suggestions. Your reply is appreciation to Candace at candace3329@gmail or text 915-525-2055

See you at the Barn!

Paper Plates for #100  –  Ceci Ponce

Cutlery for #100

Plastic Cups and Coffee Cups for #100

Napkins – Libby Bulos

Dessert Plates and Forks for #100 

8:30am Sweet Breads or Donuts for Morning Meeting  –  Emi Gonzalez

8:30am Sweet Breads or Donuts for Morning Meeting  –  

1:00pm Iced Beverages for Fishing Derby – Kelly O’Leary

2:00pm Iced Beverages for Pickleball Instruction and Play – Emi Gonzalez

Dinner Items

Variety of Sodas

Ice # 5  10 lb bags 

Tea, Lemonade and Water  for dispenser  –   Candace O’Leary

Additional Appetizers, Entree or Side for BBQ Dinner:

1. Tostadas  –  Ceci Ponce

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Desserts: 

1. Dessert – Sharon Clavel
2. Cookies – Libbby Bulos

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Zoom Connectivity

Please note: There will likely NOT be Zoom, due to Internet connection equipment issues.

Thank you,

— CCE Board of Directors