Step up, speak up: Help shape Eagle Nest’s future – run for the Board!

It starts with people who care. In churches, schools, and neighborhoods every day, volunteers are those who make things happen. They’re the people who show up, speak up, and step in — not because they have to, but because they care.

Eagle Nest is no different.

Behind the scenes, your Board of Directors is made up of folks just like you — people motivated to make a difference in the place they call home.

How to run for the Board: At the June 25 Annual Meeting and Board Election, you have the chance to fill one of four seats opening on the Board due to expiring terms. If you are interested in placing your name on the ballot, simply send your bio, a headshot, and a short summary of your “platform” – what you would like to focus on – to Board President Scott Thien at scottthien@comcast.net. Your information will be shared on our blog and Facebook page so residents can consider your candidacy.

But what do Board members do (Hint: It’s more than meetings): Serving on the Eagle Nest Board means being part of the team that keeps our neighborhood running smoothly and looking its best. That includes:

• Working with the city on street conditions and public safety
• Coordinating with the power company on streetlight repairs
• Partnering with vendors on storm cleanup and maintenance
• Overseeing shared spaces like the clubhouse, pool, and tennis courts

In short: it’s about making sure Eagle Nest stays a place we’re all proud to live in.

What’s in it for you? (Quite a bit, actually) Serving on the Board gives you a direct voice in decisions that affect your home and your neighbors. It’s a chance to build relationships, develop skills, and help shape the future of the community.

Here are just a few reasons neighbors choose to serve:

Protect your investment: A well-managed home owners association (HOA) helps maintain property values. You’ll help ensure that landscaping, amenities, and shared spaces stay in top shape.

Make tangible improvements: Care about better landscaping? New amenities? Community safety? This is your chance to help make your ideas real.

Ensure fair governance: Help make sure rules are applied consistently — keeping things fair, reasonable, and balanced for everyone.

Enhance community life: From events to communication, Board members help create the kind of neighborhood people want to be part of.

Build relationships: Get to know your neighbors, understand their perspectives, and strengthen the sense of community that makes Eagle Nest special.

You don’t have to be an expert — just willing: You don’t need a special background to serve. You just need a willingness to participate, listen, and contribute.

Want to learn more? Attend this month’s upcoming Board meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 30, at the Clubhouse to see how things work. If you’ve ever thought, “Someone should do something about that …” — this is time to find out how.

Questions? Contact Board President Scott Thien at scottthien@comcast.net