Annual Meeting 2026 Summary
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Annual Meeting Summary
The 2026 Annual Meeting was held at Miss Kitty’s Steak House on August 22n’d. The results of the outgoing board ’s effort to come into compliance with the POA’s primary role per the CC&Rs is “Road” maintenance. A plan including a budget was developed by Brian Marsh which was approved by the Board including a maintenance plan for all roads for our two project areas. These roads were created by the developer and approved by the county and are maintained as primitive roads dealing with drainage, grading and cinders as needed. In areas that are a recurring maintenance problem consideration of capital improvements if determined to be necessary.
There is no capital improvements planned for 2027. The POA only maintains roads created by the developer. It does not build or create new roads. Any requirement for access to land-locked properties is between the owner and where the seller should have disclosed it. This comes up on occasion when a property owner subdivides a large lot where each subdivided lot should have direct access to a POA maintained road. If that was overlooked, the seller needs to create a driveway easement so all subdivided lots can access a POA road. The POA will not be involved in resolving land-locked properties.
In 2027 assessments will be assessed on a per acre basis based on the budget which will No Suggestions Available in future years as figured out from actual expenses from the prior year. When actuals exceed the budget the per acre assessment will be increased. if actuals are lower than budgeted the assessment may decrease.
Please review the Slide presentation below for details.
In the Q&A after Brian’s presentation it was expressed to the the Board by a couple owners that the POA was not enforcing the CC&Rs for people occupying trailers that aren’t allowed in accordance with county state and AQED requirements. The CC&Rs do state the obligation of owners to comply with county, open range laws, state and AQED regulations and laws. Any observed violations should be reported to the appropriate governmental agency. It is not the responsibility of the Board to act as code enforcement and police property owners for compliance with the law. We do not patrol our owner lots looking for violations that some might expect of an HOA! Our concern is to look at residential issues that impact our roads, items in the CC&Rs where we would have a direct impact. Specifics on POA road easements, collection of annual assessments and late fees, property set-backs, dwelling type restrictions, fencing as well as no residence shall operate a business that causes non-owner customers to transit our roads. During the last amendment to the CC&Rs Air BnBs and Verbo type short term rentals are prohibited and will be enforced by the POA. Exceptions to short term rentals is if the owner owned the property prior to the amendment may be grandfathered.
Property owners who tend to use the property recreationally and on occasion are not in our purview as we have no mechanism to track owner activities nor do we want to unless it impacts our roads or health & safety. Any property owner that has concerns with a neighbor’s improper use of their property in violation of rules specific to our regulations should be brought to the POA’s attention. We first recommend working with your neighbor to resolve issues if possible. If it is a county/state regulation, then seek their assistance. Over the years the Board has been approached by owners who have an issue with their immediate neighbors, but nothing was actionable by any agency because no rules or regulations were being violated. Another case was barking dogs that had become a nuisance to a neighbor. This was not actionable by the POA and the owner was referred to county animal control.
If a neighbor finds an untenable situation owners can bring it to the Board’s attention and we will attempt to resolve complaints specific to our governing documents when not regulated by county or state laws the Board will review and take action where appropriate, otherwise we’ll assist in directing the owner to the appropriate agency.
Board of Directors as of 8/22/2026
Board of Directors
Roger Inman, President
Brian Marsh, VP
Brittany Anslow, Secretary
Tom Presley, Treasurer
Chris Best , Technology Services
Chris Young, at large
Rob Brown, at large
Larry Diehl, at large
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NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BUYERS
Realtor & Title Company Notice
Our roads are privately owned and maintained. They cannot be used to access property outside of Howard Mesa Ranch or 4Hills. Any use is considered trespassing. Specifically Clear Air Estates II is not permitted to use our roads.
Drive Slowly: One of the major contributing factors to the washboard effect of the roads is speed. The roads are clearly posted with 30 mph speed signs. Driving at the speed limit or below will help reduce the washboard effect.
CC&Rs
New owners must be provided copies of our CC&Rs at closing.
Copy of CC&Rs in PDF & Amendment Three to CC&Rs
Billing issues/Title Questions
- Any title companies or sellers who need to verify dues and fee amounts email hmrpoap1@gmail.com
- Mail inquiries: HMR POA, P.O. Box 14, Williams, AZ 86046
Know the rules and restrictions before you buy.
If you are considering the purchase of property in our
community you need to:
- Review the CC&Rs and Amendment Three to the CC&Rs to ensure you fully understand how the property can be used, the restrictions and county requirements.
- RV Camping is limited to 90 days per year and requires a permit from Coconino County.
- If building, RVs can occupy and park indefinitely on the property if you have approved building plans and the required permits have been issued to start construction. There will be a special one-time construction assessment to cover increased road maintenance.
It's highly recommended that you contact the association with questions by email at hmrpoap1@gmail.com prior to buying.