BOD Significant accomplishments behind the scenes…
Operational Improvements
• Communication and Community Advocacy (Highlander newsletter, data base, email updates, historical website bulletin board posts, rules, guidelines, & other important documents.)
• Successfully transitioned financial management to Powerstone Property Management
• Established more consistent billing and record-keeping processes
• Began building systems that future Boards can actually inherit and use
• ‘Over-hauled’ & improved the website now with easier ‘no password’ access & expanded documentation
• Continued to manage and negotiate issues related to beach access through the Shorecliffs gate
• Ensured that our community’s interests are represented in discussions that directly affect access, cost-sharing, and long-term rights
Architectural Oversight
Demonstrated that the CC&Rs are enforceable & ended the myth that we are a social club.
• Actively reviewed development and remodel projects (15 projects)
• Intervened where necessary to protect view corridors and enforce long-standing height restrictions
• Prevented a project approved by the City from exceeding what our governing documents allow
Why This Work Matters…
Without an effective Association, there is no process/structure representing Corona Highlands that is essential to ensure maximum property values.
Looking Ahead
With the proposed bylaws updates, we are positioning the Association to:
• Operate more efficiently
• Provide clearer leadership structure
• Strengthen Architectural Review oversight
• Respond more effectively to time-sensitive issues.
• Continuing negotiations related to Shorecliffs access
• Improving communication tools and member access to information
• Increasing membership participation and volunteer involvement
• Supporting community-level projects that enhance neighborhood character
The Reality of a 2 Tiered Association…Members & Non-Members
This Association only works if people choose to support it.
We currently have strong participation—but not full participation. The benefits of what we do extend to every
property in Corona Highlands…not just those who pay dues. Without the BOD, there is no consistent enforcement structure of architectural standards to address beach issue access, overbuilding, or neighborhood impact.
Over time, that absence could lead to: Inconsistent development and Erosion of property values.
Unable to manage effectively without financial stewardship
We have also worked to stabilize and clarify our financial position. We operate as a cash-based organization:
Our annual dues remain modest and are the lowest in Orange County. Dues support:
• Beach and access-related costs
• Financial management services
• Insurance and administrative needs
Every dollar is directed toward maintaining access, protecting values, and keeping the
