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Current fee is $50 per month and paid quarterly.

Elections are held on an annual basis and community homeowners – not renters – can submit an application for candidacy normally in November of each year.

Homeowner submits an architectural request for approval with a normal turnaround time of 3 to 5 business days.

The HOA works with a local towing car company Mammoth Towing – 520-487-2479 – address is at 15450 N. Oracle Rd., Catalina, AZ

You can find ECR’s Vehicle Towing Policy under Resources and then by clicking on Documents.

There’s been a lot of confusion (and let’s be honest… misinformation) floating around about “reserves,” so here’s a simple, factual breakdown.
 
A reserve fund is not a savings account you never touch. It is a planned fund set aside for the repair, replacement, and major maintenance of common area components over time.
 
According to the Community Associations Institute (CAI), reserve funds are used for:
* Major repairs and replacements
* Infrastructure maintenance
* Preventing sudden large costs (like special assessments)
 
In other words—reserves exist so homeowners don’t get hit with massive surprise bills later.
 
What does that mean for our community (ECR)?
Our HOA owns and maintains:
* Private roads (our largest asset)
* Drainage paths and washes
* Common areas and landscaping tied to infrastructure
 
That means our reserve planning isn’t just about pavement—it also includes protecting what keeps that pavement from failing.
 
Let’s talk about erosion—because this is where people get it wrong.
 
Erosion control is not “extra landscaping.”
 
It directly affects:
* Drainage flow
* Soil stability
* Road longevity
* Prevention of washouts and costly repairs
 
If erosion isn’t addressed, it doesn’t just sit there—it gets worse and turns into a much larger (and much more expensive) project later.
 
Using reserve funds to address issues like this is part of protecting long-term assets, not misusing funds.
 
And honestly—this is the part that’s a little confusing…
 
What is a reserve study?
 
A reserve study is a planning tool, typically prepared by professionals, that:
 
* Estimates the remaining life of common area components
* Projects future repair/replacement costs
* Helps guide how much should be saved and spent over time
 
Important:
It is not a strict rulebook. It doesn’t prevent the board from addressing real conditions as they arise.
 
Even Association Reserves explains that reserve studies are dynamic and updated over time as conditions change.
 
How is ECR using reserves today?
 
The last couple of years have been what we’ve called an ECR reset:
 
* Addressing landscaping and erosion issues
* Stabilizing common areas and drainage
* Protecting roads and infrastructure from future damage
 
The goal is to have these major issues by the end of the year under control and move into a “monitor and maintain” phase—which means:
👉 Lower ongoing costs
👉 More predictable budgeting
👉 Continued strengthening of reserve funds
 
Let’s also be very clear about something important:
 
We don’t make these decisions in a vacuum.
 
We have professionals and subject matter experts guiding this work—engineers, reserve specialists, and vendors who do this for a living. These are the people we rely on to evaluate conditions, prioritize projects, and make recommendations based on real data and experience.
 
 
We hire experts for a reason—and we let them do their jobs.
 
Let’s address the big concern directly:
 
* Reserves are still in the millions
* There are no plans for a special assessment
* Current work is focused on preventing larger future expenses
 
That’s exactly what reserve funds are designed for.
 
Now—about Special Assessments (since that keeps getting thrown around):
 
Per the CCRs, a special assessment is not something the board can just decide to impose on a whim.
 
There is a defined process, which includes:
* A specific purpose and justification
* Notice to homeowners
* Approval by the membership (a supermajority— 2/3 of voting members and that is 958 homes so we’d need over 600 yes votes that’s never going to happen)
 
So no—this is not something that can be quietly slipped through or forced onto the community.
 
And to be very clear:
👉 There are NO discussions of a special assessment
👉 We are not even close to needing one
 
In fact, properly using reserves to address issues now is exactly how you avoid ever needing one.
 
Final thought:
 
It’s easy to take a big number, remove all context, and make it sound alarming.
 
But that’s not how financial planning works.
 
Reserve funds are about long-term responsibility—not short-term optics.
 
Fixing problems early, protecting infrastructure, and avoiding future financial shocks isn’t misuse…
 
It’s exactly what a responsible HOA is supposed to do.

The HOA Board of Directors is a group of volunteer homeowners elected by the community to oversee the operation, maintenance, and financial health of the neighborhood.
They are responsible for making decisions in the best interest of the entire community—not individual homeowners.

👥 Who serves on the Board?
Board members are homeowners just like you. They are elected by the community and typically serve in roles such as:
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Director(s)
They are not paid and donate their time to manage the community.

🗳️ How are Board members chosen?
Board members are elected by homeowners during the annual election process.
All homeowners in good standing have the opportunity to vote.

⚖️ What authority does the Board have?
The Board’s authority comes from:
The CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions)
The Bylaws
Arizona state law (Planned Community Act)
The Board is responsible for:
Managing finances and approving the budget
Maintaining common areas (landscaping, roads, parks, etc.)
Enforcing community rules and design guidelines
Hiring and overseeing vendors and the management company

💰 Does the Board control HOA money?
Yes—but not freely or personally.
All funds are:
Used strictly for community expenses
Tracked in financial reports
Reviewed as part of the annual budget process
The Board must act in the best financial interest of the entire community.
🏗️ Does the Board have to vote on decisions?
Yes. Most decisions are made during open Board meetings and must be voted on.
Important note:
Topics must be listed on the posted agenda to be discussed and voted on
This ensures transparency and compliance with Arizona law

🧾 Do homeowners vote on everything?
No.
Homeowners vote on:
Board elections
Certain major matters (like amendments or specific assessments, depending on governing documents)
The Board handles day-to-day operations and decision-making.
🛠️ Does the Board need multiple bids for projects?
Not always.
While the Board often seeks multiple bids for large projects, there is no requirement in most governing documents or Arizona law that every expense must go through a bidding process.
The Board is responsible for making reasonable, informed decisions using:
Professional recommendations
Vendor performance
Cost vs. quality considerations

🚫 Does the Board “police” the neighborhood?
No.
The Board and management company:
Conduct scheduled inspections
Respond to homeowner reports
They do not patrol the neighborhood daily or monitor private property behind homes.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 How can homeowners get involved?
Homeowners can:
Attend Board meetings
Vote in elections
Serve on committees (like ARC)
Submit questions or concerns through official channels

📣 Where should I get accurate information?
Always rely on official sources:
TownSquare
HOA website
Board meetings and posted agendas
Official HOA communications
👉 This is the only Eagle Crest Ranch Facebook page where accurate, verified community information is posted directly by the HOA. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18iJSkNQF5/?mibextid=wwXIfr
 
Be cautious of:
Anonymous posts
Unofficial social media pages
Information presented without documentation

🤝 What is the Board’s goal?
The Board’s goal is simple:
Protect property values
Maintain the community
Make responsible financial decisions
Act in the best interest of all homeowners

❓ Still have questions?
Reach out through:
TownSquare
HOA management company
Attend the next Board meeting
We encourage questions—because informed homeowners make a stronger community.