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UPPER BRAZOS
PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION Brazos, New Mexico South of Chama, New Mexico HC 75 Box 117 Chama, NM 87520 |
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Introduction
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| HISTORY Return to Menu |
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Mrs. Rose Huntsman acquired the Brazos Lodge Estates through a land grant and had been operating a chiropractic treatment center in the area for many years. Her first husband built twelve original cabins (some of which are still being used today) and the original furniture by hand, from the trees in the area.
The Brazos Lodge Corporation was formed by Ray Knapp and Bob Hobson, principal stockholders in a 19-man corporation in December of 1961. They purchased 1000 acres including the Brazos Lodge from Mrs. Huntsman and her son Charles Sableman. The original plans for the area included skiing, ice skating, riding stables, golfing, fishing and an indoor swimming pool, with rental cabins and a restaurant available year round. The Brazos Lodge Corporation began selling land to interested parties in late 1961. The first cabins on the purchased lots were begun in the summer of 1962. There was no water or electricity that first summer. Most of the sawing was done by hand and water was carried from the Brazos Lodge area. The roads were only trails at the time. By 1963 water and electricity became available to some areas. The Upper Brazos Property Owner's Association (UBPOA) was formed in 1971 to protect the property of the area after a series of break-ins to several cabins. The Association also regulates basic activities of the area to promote a neighborly environment as well as to preserve the natural surroundings as much as possible. |
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| WHY HAVE UBPOA? by Janis Chafins, Board Member Return to Menu |
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| With only about 1/3 of the Upper Brazos Property Owner’s paying their annual dues to UBPOA and about 1/4 or less attending the annual meeting and the Labor Day Potluck, this is a question we as UBPOA board members have been asking ourselves.
UBPOA board members are volunteers who are voted onto the board by paying members. It can, at times, be a very rewarding position and at other times a pretty thank-less job. So, why do it? As we started to evaluate the purpose and accomplishments of the UBPOA, it helped us bring it all into perspective and realize why we have UBPOA and what we do to serve the community we represent. Below are some of our goals and objectives that we have obtained, or continue to work on that we feel we should share with our members and non-members. We as an association endeavor to:
A little serendipity happened as a result of the UBPOA's donation last year to the Fire Department to purchase oxygen and equipment for their First Responder team. One of our members had a medical emergency right after the Fire Department had purchased this oxygen equipment. Chief Michael Hays and First Responder Laurel Baker were able to respond immediately and give the member the emergency assistance needed. This is just one example of why we have UBPOA and it can only be as successful as the members who support it. Keep in mind that all of these things are done "as we are able" and are works in progress. We cannot do it without more help! In retrospect, the UBPOA is an important aspect of our community and we need your support to continue its work. We need people to run for the open spots on the board, pay membership dues and encourage neighbors to do the same. We also need continued donations for the Pond, Deer and Road funds in order to continue these important functions of the Brazos area. We are a beautiful but small community and we need everyone's help and participation to maintain and make a difference. If you have a little extra time, love the Brazos as we do, and are willing to help out, please contact the board to express your interest and to have your name put on the ballot for the upcoming election. Please fill out the NOMINEE FORM. |
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| FUNCTIONS OF THE ASSOCIATION Return to Menu |
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 The Upper Brazos Property Owner's Association is an organization comprised of property owners in the Brazos Lodge Estates area. The Associations purpose is to provide group services to the property owners. It is governed by a nine-member elected board, with each member serving a three-year term. The board consists of a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and five general board members. The board follows guidelines set forth in the UBPOA By-Laws and Covenants. Membership dues are paid yearly to cover expenses. All paid members receive a copy of the Handbook and an annual membership sticker. All Upper Brazos residents are encouraged to join the Association and to share in its responsibilities. The Association itself owns properties in the area on which the Wil-Rin Pond and the storage shed are located. The Association pays Rio Arriba taxes and a liability insurance policy on these properties.
The Association maintains a deer feed fund, made up of donations. This fund is utilized to feed the deer throughout the winter. The area deer herd is protected since no hunting is allowed in the area. All New Mexico Fish and Game Department laws apply in this area.
The Association also maintains a pond fund, also made of donations. This fund is available to pond maintenance and repair as needed. The Wil-Rin Pond and the Brazos River are stocked by the state. The New Mexico State Highway Department maintains State Road 512. The Association is responsible in contacting the Highway Department in case of any problems concerning road conditions, including the posting of signs at dangerous points along SR 512. All other roads are private property of the area and must be maintained by the property owners. The Association bills an annual road assessment to area residents to help pay for repair and maintenance of all these private roads. The Association also places and maintains road signs on the residential roads. The annual UBPOA membership meeting is held in Albuquerque in the spring. Elections of board members are held at this meeting. The Association also has an annual wiener roast in the spring and a potluck picnic each Labor Day , both of which are held in the Brazos area. All property owners are encouraged to attend any or all of these events. Our Potluck Picnic - August 4, 2007
The Association sends out periodic newsletters to inform its members of any items concerning the area, including the scheduling of the various activities. Please check Activities for current events. The Association maintains a bulletin board that has any upcoming events posted. The bulletin board is located on SR 512 across from the Cliff View Restaurant. Any suggestions, comments, ideas or discussion of problems you may have are welcome. Please direct your comments to Contact Us. |
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| UBPOA FUNDS DEFINED Return to Menu |
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| Administrative
The Administrative Fund is made up of money received from annual dues. Bills paid from this fund are:
Road The Road Fund is made up of donations received. Bills paid from this fund are:
Deer
The Deer Fund is made up of donations received. Bills paid from this fund are:
Pond
The Pond Fund is made up of donations received. Bills paid from this fund are:
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| TRASH DISPOSAL Return to Menu |
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The Rio Arriba County Environmental Department provides periodic trash pickup along State Road 512. The board is working closely with the Environmental Department to have large dumpsters or compactors in various area locations. The County bills all Rio Arriba property owners annually for this service. With the area wild life in the Brazos area the Association recommends that only yard trash be placed along SR 512. Any kitchen trash should be placed only in the dumpster's or compactors. Please do not leave trash out that your Brazos neighbors will have to clean up.
In the future, a dumpster will be located across from Cliffview Restaurant. Special Use requirements will be sent to all property owners in the area. Only Paying customers of the North Central Solid Waste Authority will be allowed to use the dumpster in the future. The County Transfer Station is located in Tierra Amarilla, NM . A paid County bill is required to utilize the transfer station for house hold trash only. Pine needles are accepted. It is illegal to dump trash along State highways or in the roadside barrels. The Transfer Station also can be used for large items or building materials. A special permit from the County Treasurers Office in Terrra Merrill is required for these items. The transfer station is open 8:00am to 4:00pm,Thursday thru Saturday. Contact the Rio Arriba Environmental Department directly for concerns or questions regarding trash pickup and regulations. |
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| CABIN WATCH Return to Menu |
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 Cabin Watch was implemented in 1997 by the UBPOA Board of Directors. It is based on the same ideals and principles as any Neighborhood Watch in America. All cabin and lot owners are encouraged to participate in this activity. Always keep an eye out for any unusual activities. If you notice anything out of the ordinary or any property damage, please contact the appropriate property owner if possible, or a UBPOA board member promptly. If you discover a break-in, please contact the State Police in Chama (1-756-2319) or the Tierra Amarilla Sheriff's Department (1-588-7251) as soon as possible. The Association maintains a Reward Fund of up to $2000.00 to be awarded for information leading to the apprehension, arrest and conviction of any person(s) committing criminal damage against property (real or personal) of any member of the Association. |
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| BULLETIN BOARD Return to Menu |
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| There is a bulletin board across the street from the CliffView restaurant. Any upcoming events or important notices will be posted and updated by the UBPOA board members. Please notify the Association if you would like information posted on the board. Please go to News Items. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| AREA EVENTS Return to Menu |
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| There are quite a few events taking place in the Chama Valley throughout the year. A schedule is furnished to all paid UBPOA members on an annual basis. For more information regarding the Chama Valley events, contact the Chama Valley Chamber of Commerce 1 (800) 477-0149 or (505) 756-2306.
For UBPOA events and activities see Activities. |
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| BOARD OF DIRECTORS as of May 2007 Return to Menu Nomination Form for New Board Members |
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