Frequently Asked Questions
Annual Assessments (Dues)
Q: How much are dues currently?
A: $137.00 Annually per lot.
Q: When are annual assessments (aka dues) due?
A: June 15th of each calendar year.
Q: When are annual assessments considered late?
A: October 15th, at which time a $30.00 late fee per lot is assessed.
Q: Can I pay my yearly assessment at the annual meeting?
A: You may; however, we prefer that you pay in advance of the meeting (by June 15th) because paying during sign-in slows down the registration process. If you decide to pay at the meeting, bring a check or money order; we prefer that you do not pay with cash. If you do bring cash, it is your responsibility to retain the receipt.
Membership & Contact Information
Q: Do I need to notify the Board if my mailing address, phone number, or email changes?
A: Yes. Members are responsible for keeping the Board informed of any changes to their mailing address, phone number, and email address. This ensures you continue to receive annual statements, newsletters, and other important Association information.
Headquarters and Shower House
Q: What is located at the Sun Ranch headquarters area?
A: The headquarters area, at 1183 Aeneas Valley Road, includes the meeting house and the shower house, which has two shower rooms/restrooms.
Q: Can I fill water containers at headquarters?
A: There is a frost free yard hydrant at the headquarters available to members only, for filling containers. There is no hose, so bring your own hose for filling.
Q: How do I get a gate key or shower house key?
A: See the Contact Us tab to arrange for a gate key and/or shower house key. Keys are provided only to SROA members who are current on their dues.
Q: Do I need to lock the gate when I visit headquarters?
A: Yes. Please close and lock the gate each time you enter and leave the headquarters area. This helps reduce nonmember use of our facilities.
Board of Directors & Meetings
Q: How do I get my name on the ballot for the next Board of Directors’ vote?
A: Watch for the notice in the spring newsletter, or contact one of the current Board members listed on the website. You can also announce your intent at the annual board meeting as a write-in candidate on the ballot.
Q: How often are regular Board meetings held?
A: Most boards have held a regular meeting every month except in December and January. Watch for notices of upcoming Board meetings on the opening page of the website, emailed to all members with a current email address on file, and in the SROA notice boxes on the headquarters gate and at the entrance to Cape Labelle (near the mailboxes). Meetings are also shown on the SROA Facebook page.
Reporting Illegal Activity
Q: What do I do if I see illegal activity on Sun Ranch land?
A: Report the activity to the Okanogan County Sheriff. They will expect you to have some amount of proof of the illegal activity. You should also report the activity to the Board.
Selling Your Lot
Q: What do I need to tell a buyer if I sell my lot?
A: You must inform the buyer that the lot is part of the Sun Ranch Owners’ Association, and that purchasing the lot automatically makes the buyer a member of the Association.
Q: Where can a buyer (or any owner) get a copy of the Covenants and Bylaws?
A: Buyers are encouraged to acquire a complete copy of the Covenants and Bylaws from the Okanogan County Auditor, or from this Association’s website under the Covenants and Bylaws tab. It is the responsibility of all owners to become familiar with the contents of the Covenants and Bylaws.
Newsletters
Q: How often are newsletters sent out?
A: Usually in the fall, winter, and spring.