January 2026
Present: Debbie, John, Chris, Matti, Tom, Ross, Matthew
WATER ALLOTMENTS
- It has come the board’s attention that our HOA’s water contract includes nine lots from Forest Glen A, and the FG plat C lot count is misstated by 2 (short). We have contacted the county to resolve these matters.
NEW MEMBER
- Pam Pala was nominated to fulfill Rosemary Deshazo’s remaining term on the board. John made a motion to approve her appointment and Ross seconded. The motion was carried by unanimous vote. Matthew will reach out to Pam.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR
- Tom is willing to serve as president, but said he would like to make this his last year in that position. John moved to approve the nomination and Chris seconded. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
- Matthew is willing to continue serving as secretary. Matti moved to approve the nomination and John seconded. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
- Chris is willing to serve as treasurer. Matthew moved to approve the nomination and Matti seconded. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
TREASURER’S REPORT
- Invoices were sent out at the start of the year and dues paying is going well. Any payment paid before Jan. 31 is eligible for a 10% discount. New invoices will be sent at the start of next months reflecting the full amount for owners who have not paid by then,
- We have received the payment from the Town of Brighton for our water meter updates.
HOUSING BUILDING SQUARE FOOTAGE LIMITS
- The question of building limits was raised. Matthew moved to ask Craig Hale to draft language for a legal bylaw limiting new construction to 3,500 square feet (exterior measurement) inclusive of any garages, with no allowable permanent detached structures. John seconded. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
ROCKY ANDERSON PROPOSAL
- Concerns were raised about how snow will be cleared from the driveway of a proposed home at 12527 E. Skyline View Lane. Before voting on the proposed home, the board would like to know how the owner intends to clear snow without blowing it into the road or down the hill onto neighbors’ properties. John volunteered to draft a letter expressing this concern.
INTERIOR REMODEL
- A plan for a remodel of 12310 Forest Glen Rd was discussed. John moved to approve the remodel and Tom seconded. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
DON GREN PROPERTY
- The board discussed ongoing issues with Don Gren’s property. Tom will continue his correspondence with Mr. Gren.
May 2026
Present: Ross, Tom, Pam, John, Matthew, Chris, Matti, Keith, Debbie
Neighbors: Craig, Matt F.,
Fire Mitigation / Emergency Preparedness
Ross emphasized the importance of preparing for the upcoming fire season, particularly given expectations of a dry summer. Residents are encouraged to take steps now to reduce fire hazards on their properties and throughout the neighborhood.
Brody and Elijah are available to provide fire mitigation services.
The board also discussed emergency communication procedures. John raised questions about emergency alert systems, and Chris suggested developing an emergency notification list using information from the neighborhood directory. Matti questioned whether a separate emergency contact list was necessary.
Proposed Bylaw Amendment: Maximum Home Square Footage
Craig requested clarification regarding the development of a proposed policy limiting the total square footage of new residential construction.
The board is exploring a maximum of 3,500 square feet, including interior living space and garage space.
The proposal remains under consideration. No changes will be adopted without consultation with property owners and approval by a two-thirds vote, as required by the association’s bylaws.
Water Distribution and Cost Allocation
Ross provided an update on efforts to clarify water distribution and associated costs between Forest Glen A and Forest Glen B/C.
A review of historical records identified a discrepancy in the allocation of lots. Although Salt Lake City Corporation records indicate 78 lots, the correct count appears to be 80. The total number of lots has not changed, but the discrepancy affects how costs should be distributed between the associations.
Based on the revised accounting, Forest Glen A appears to have an outstanding obligation of dating back to 2010.
Ross will continue working to resolve the allocation and accounting issues.
Differences Between Brighton and HOA Building Requirements
Ross reviewed recent changes to the Town of Brighton’s building regulations, including modifications adopted in 2025. These include increased setbacks from roads, reduced side setbacks in certain circumstances, and additional snow-storage requirements.
The board emphasized that construction projects must comply with both HOA requirements and applicable government regulations, which may include those of the Town of Brighton, the Foothills and Canyons Overlay Zone (FCOZ), the Municipal Services District (MSD), the Health Department, watershed authorities, and Salt Lake City Corporation.
Because Forest Glen has characteristics that differ from other Brighton neighborhoods, some HOA requirements are distinct from municipal regulations, and property owners must comply with whichever applicable requirement is more restrictive. Where Brighton’s standards are more restrictive, those standards govern. Where HOA requirements are more restrictive, the HOA requirements also remain applicable.
John noted it might be beneficial to develop a spreadsheet comparing the various building requirements to help property owners and the board navigate the approval process.
Building Plan Reviews
The board discussed three ongoing building plan reviews:
Frieda: Plans must comply with both HOA and Brighton requirements. The proposed detached garage must be attached to the primary structure.
Anderson: Concerns remain regarding adequate snow removal and storage, including snow cleared from both the driveway and the roadway.
Gren: The board will remind Mr. Gren that all requirements and expectations outlined in previous correspondence remain in effect.
Neighborhood Work Day
The neighborhood work day is scheduled for July 11.
Board Meeting Notifications
Pam suggested that all association members receive advance notice of board meetings, including a link to relevant meeting information.
The board discussed improving communication so that property owners are aware of upcoming meetings and opportunities to participate.
Rocky Mountain Power Project
Rocky Mountain Power provided an updated schedule for its ongoing infrastructure project:
- Late May: Begin pulling conduit.
- June 15–19: Road milling.
- Through June 25: Road repaving.
The board discussed several outstanding concerns that should be addressed before the project is completed, including removal of old asphalt, access to water meter covers that may have been buried, installation or replacement of posts, and damage to private property, including driveways.
Residents are asked to contact Ross if the project has negatively affected their property, describing the damage or other concern and what corrective action is needed. The board will compile these concerns and provide them to Rocky Mountain Power.
Residents interested in converting their electrical service to an underground connection should also be aware that the newly installed conduit may create an opportunity to coordinate that work with Rocky Mountain Power.
Board Leadership and Succession
Tom expressed his desire to identify a successor as association president in the near future.
June 2026
June Meeting Minutes
Present: Ross, Chris, Deborah, Matti, John, Keith, Matthew, Pam
Water Contract and Lot Allocation
Ross provided an update on efforts to resolve discrepancies in the allocation of lots between Forest Glen A and Forest Glen B/C for water billing purposes.
Ross and Steve Macintosh met with four representatives of Salt Lake City Public Utilities on June 22. The discussion concerned discrepancies in the historical assignment of lots, which appear to have resulted in Forest Glen B/C paying more than its appropriate share of water costs.
Public Utilities is reviewing the matter, with its legal office involved in determining the appropriate resolution. Nine lots in Forest Glen A were specifically discussed in connection with the billing discrepancies.
Water Meter Replacement and Modernization
The board discussed options for using funds received from the Town of Brighton in connection with previous water meter improvements.
Options include replacing only nonfunctioning meters or beginning a phased transition to newer meters that support remote monitoring.
The discussion included the cost of meter-reading equipment, estimated at approximately $1,500, and potential subscription fees associated with cellular monitoring technology. Board members expressed differing views about the value of ongoing subscription costs.
John recommended developing a long-term replacement plan, potentially purchasing an initial equipment package to secure current pricing and beginning a phased conversion of the neighborhood’s meters.
John moved to table the matter until the next meeting. In the interim, the board will seek a more detailed proposal, including pricing and a draft agreement, as suggested by Debbie.
Rocky Mountain Power Infrastructure Project
The board reviewed progress on Rocky Mountain Power’s underground electrical infrastructure project, including road restoration and outstanding construction concerns.
Road paving was nearing completion. Residents were instructed to continue using the Forest Glen A gate until the new asphalt had sufficiently cured, after which normal access through the Forest Glen B/C gate would resume.
Marko Pala raised several concerns regarding the quality and completion of the road restoration, including compliance with applicable asphalt specifications, compaction testing, and drop-offs along the edges of the pavement. Additional road base may be needed to stabilize the shoulders.
Marko also recommended considering a seal coat in the following year, with future maintenance potentially following a three-year cycle.
Ross identified several additional items requiring attention from Rocky Mountain Power, including concrete covers around water valves, replacement of posts used by meter readers where trees were removed, and restoration of displaced rocks.
Matti reported that electrical cable installation was continuing in both Forest Glen A and B/C, including efforts to resolve sections where cable could not be pulled through the installed conduit. Pam asked whether other sections of conduit were being tested for similar problems.
The board will continue monitoring the project and communicating outstanding restoration concerns to Rocky Mountain Power.
Building and Construction Updates
The board reviewed the status of several construction projects within the neighborhood.
- Anderson: Snow removal and storage remain concerns. The Town of Brighton does not permit required snow storage to be planned within public rights-of-way. The Municipal Services District and Health Department are expected to review applicable aspects of the project.
- Frieda: The board reiterated that the proposed garage must be attached to the primary structure and comply with applicable setback requirements.
- Gabbert: The board previously approved plans approximately one year ago. A new water-related letter was noted.
- Gren: Correspondence continues among the property owner, municipal authorities, and the Health Department. The board reiterated that HOA approval does not supersede municipal or county regulations and that plans must comply with association bylaws.
- Lovell: Repairs are underway following damage caused by a fallen tree. Work includes roof replacement and structural repairs.
- Miller, 12385 Forest Glen Road: The board noted that its last correspondence concerning the property was in February. No new action was recorded.
- Pascale, 12326 Forest Glen Road: Plans submitted May 5 indicate an approximately 2,000-square-foot building footprint with appropriate setbacks. Permits were reported to be complete.
- Shilling, 12328 Windflower: Property noted for review. No additional update was recorded.
Fire Restrictions and Wildfire Preparedness
The board discussed the heightened wildfire risk associated with current dry conditions and whether the association should adopt restrictions on outdoor fires beyond those imposed by government authorities.
Members discussed the challenges of enforcing association-specific restrictions and the importance of ensuring that residents understand existing requirements.
The Town of Brighton was expected to consider a resolution adopting Stage 1 fire restrictions at its July 14 council meeting. Residents were encouraged to verify current restrictions with the appropriate authorities, as requirements may differ among jurisdictions.
John introduced a motion to ban outdoor fires within the neighborhood but subsequently withdrew it.
Package Delivery and Drop Box
The board discussed concerns about packages being left unattended near the Forest Glen A gate. Possible solutions include establishing a secure package drop box near the entrance to Forest Glen B/C or coordinating with Forest Glen A on a shared facility.
Members also discussed the potential for a centralized package collection point to attract theft.
Neighborhood Work Day
The annual neighborhood work day is scheduled for Saturday, July 11.
The event will begin with breakfast at 8:30 a.m. at the Hale cabin, followed by neighborhood maintenance activities.
Proposed projects include flushing culverts, trimming trees and vegetation encroaching on roadways, maintaining road signs, and addressing dead trees or other hazards.
Craig Hale was identified in connection with hosting the morning gathering. Chris Eisenberg agreed to help coordinate communication about the event.
A notice will be sent to residents with the schedule and information about planned activities.
Annual Association Meeting
The board discussed scheduling the annual association meeting during the second week of November.
Proposed date: Thursday, November 12. Ross will confirm with the fire station.
September 2026
Present: Tom, Matthew, Craig, Pam, Ross, Matti, John, Chris, Debbie, Chris
Parking lot
- Craig reports that the association that was formed to oppose the parking lot needs to raise $6,000 to pay the lobbyist who represented its interests in the parking lot situation.
Update on water meters
- Ross has an update on the meters that are readable via cell phone. Badger is the new company. Hardware is available. Estimate for 53 new meters is $23,000 plus $2.25 per month. Ross moved to move ahead. Matthew seconded. Discussion: When will project begin? Chris noted he believes it is fair value for monitoring of use and leaks. Matthew noted it would be worthwhile for monitoring of water, which may be at a premium in the future. Motion carries.
Rocky Mountain Power trenches
- Craig and Ross report that RMP’s contractor is now saying they will not pay to get service to houses that have trenches dug (it promised to do that work for free for homeowners who were ready with trenches). RMP is expecting $2,700.
- Matti suggested consolidating the effort through the township.
- Tom suggested a communication to the individual homeowners.
- Craig proposed to write on his own behalf, since he is an injured party.
CCR Amendments
- Debbie asked if a grandfather clause needs to be explicitly stated.
- Pam wants to know the difference between this and Brighton, and how it will be administered.
- John moves to approve the draft.
- Matthew seconded the motion to move the draft forward.
- Chris asked where would projects that are currently in discussion would be.
- Motion passes with one board member opposed
- Debbie wishes to have a discussion at the member’s meeting and a delayed vote. Tom agreed that would be appropriate.
Stewart plans
- Ross moved, Matti seconded. Unanimously passed.
Financial Report
- Chris reports that income is right on target. Budget income for the year was $90,850. $98 percent of budgeted income.
- Expenses YTD $24,000 against annual budget of $65,000. Water fee, snow plow deposit are upcoming. Maintenance expenses in the budget haven’t been expended yet. Motion passes unanimously.
- Chris proposed moving ahead with reserve. All approved.
Annual meeting
- Date set: Thursday, Nov. 12 — Ross has reserved the firehouse.
Next year’s work day
- Matthew recommended doing both breakfast and lunch, and saving community discussion for lunch. He promised to fund and grill the burgers and hotdogs.
October 2026
Present: Tom, Pam, Matti, Matthew, Keith, Chris, Ross, John, Debbie
Neighbors Present: Josh Stewart, Alan Sullivan, Mike Allegra, Greg Hatch.
Plans for Annual Meeting, Nov. 12 at the Fire House
Tom will send an invitation and update to the annual meeting. The meeting will include:
- Financial report (Chris)
- Update on the status of the Rocky Mountain Power project (Ross)
- Update on the water meter project (Ross)
- Discussion on the proposed amendment to CCRs and bylaws re: community building standards. No vote will be taken. A timeline for a vote will be discussed. (Tom)
- An update on B&E Rotary Plowing snow removal billing and procedures (Brody has been invited.)
- Potential update on Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling District pricing and policies (Carolyn, pending Pam’s invitation.)
- Election of HOA Board members. John, Keith, and Debbie’s terms are expiring; all three are willing to continue their service. The board welcomes additional neighbors to be candidates.
Rocky Mountain Power
Ross reports that RMP is mostly done for the year. None of the main overheard power lines (those running roughly parallel to the road) are active; the only overhead lines still carrying electricity are those running from poles to individual homes. The lower, narrower SenaWave lines are still active.
Water meters
Ross reports that we have begun receiving the new water meters and they will be installed soon if the weather permits. These are the new-generation remote-monitoring water meters that have become common in many Brighton neighborhoods and which can be read remotely.
Reserve study
The reserve analysis required under state law has been contracted and is expected to be completed in November.
President
After three years of service, Tom has asked the board to allow him to bring his time as president of the HOA board to a close. He has asked Matthew if he would assume the position. Matthew reports he would be willing to serve but welcomes and encourages other members of the board to consider taking on the position.
Frieda garage plans
The board has reviewed preliminary plans and cannot review without the complete plans, but board members noted initial concerns with the detached garage and setback distances. Ross is working on a response.
Beaver Pond Property
The unimproved 9-acre property between Forest Glen Road and Old Stage Road is for sale. There was a discussion about the potential merits of purchasing the property as a community asset. Mike Allegra is looking into the matter. John noted that it might be beneficially purchased as part of an environmental easement program.
Website
The board agreed that it is important to get meeting information and other matters on the HOA website, but it was unclear who last had access to posting privileges. Matthew is investigating with Craig Hale.
Budget
Chris presented the current budget. It appears that total projected expenses will be a little higher this year than last, but Chris suspects we should still be able to add a bit to our reserve. There was a discussion about the cost of slurry sealing, and John suggested that the board be ready to “pounce” if oil prices fall. Chris said he believes at this time that it’s reasonable and responsible to maintain dues at the same level this year than last. Motion to approve: John. Second: Debbie. The budget was approved unanimously.
Discussion
Alan Sullivan asked for an update on the Alterra plans to pave paradise and put in a parking lot. Mike, who has been actively monitoring the situation, reports that nothing has changed since his last report at the community work day, but he remains in active conversation with Solitude’s management.
Ross has been in discussions with officials from Unified Fire about conducting a neighborhood review in light of Utah’s new Wildland-Urban Interface law, which assesses a fee based on a triage score for developed properties within the interface zone. More information on this law can be found here. The board was encouraging of inviting the review, but John noted that it should be a property-by-property opt-in. Matti noted that unbuilt lots that are not preventatively maintained create risk for neighboring home owners, and Ross noted that under the law homeowners who live near high-risk properties that have not been mitigated can have their triage score increased, which can result in higher fees and insurance rates.
Adjournment
The meeting was amiably adjourned.
