05.14.2021 | President's Comments

Final Board President Update

By Chris Poland, Past Board President (2020/21)

It has been a very productive year for this Board. Thank you for your service, dedication to the community, and taking actions in the community's best interest. 5-0 votes.

I hope th...

05.07.2021 | Board Meeting Recap

May 4 Meeting Board Highlights

The 2020/21 Board held its last Regular Session Board Meeting on Tuesday, May 4. This was also the first hybrid meeting we have had since the pandemic began. The meeting was at the Canyon Lake Lodge, in the Holiday Bay Room, ...

04.23.2021 | Thank You Jeanne O'Dell

Thank you Jeanne O'Dell

Jeanne O'Dell is finishing her time on the Board of Directors after only two years, having decided not to run for re-election for health reasons. In her two years of service as the Treasurer, she accomplished more ...

04.23.2021 | Thank You Tom Nathan

Thank you, Tom Nathan,

Tom's four years of service as a Canyon Lake POA Director comes to a conclusion after the next Board Meeting. Tom says his greatest accomplishment was doing his part to do things right, advance the way we operate and make th...

04.16.2021 | Streamlining Member Services

Streamlining Member Services

Automated & Interactive Services.

In alignment with the guiding principles established by the Board at the commencement of the 2020/2021 term, a goal was set to refine Canyon Lake POA administrative operations by streamlini...

04.09.2021 | Enhancing Community Safety

Enhancing Community Safety

The Canyon Lake POA's Board of Directors and staff take our community members' safety and welfare very seriously. To that end, the Directors, with the General Manager's assistance, sponsored numerous activities and projects this ...

04.02.2021 | Project Accomplishments

Project Accomplishments

Your Board of Directors, Canyon Lake POA management, and staff have all worked very hard this past year to upgrade and update our community while staying within budget. All this was guided by the Board's decision to adopt a...

03.26.2021 | Enhancing Communications

Enhancing Communication with the Community

Ongoing communication is necessary for any organization, large or small. The Board identified expanding ongoing and effective communication as one of its five goals to work towards this year. 

In support o...

03.19.2021 | Board Committees

Board Committees 

The Community’s strongest link to the Board 

Board Committees are an important opportunity for Canyon Lake POA members to become involved in the Canyon Lake POA's on-going activities. The Canyon Lake POA's Committees are ...

03.12.2021 | Board News Update

It is that time of year again. The annual election season is upon us, and a full slate of six candidates was announced last night. Three seats will be filled once the campaigning is done, the votes are counted, and the results announced at the Annual Meet...

03.05.2021 | Upcoming Board Meeting

This month's Regular Session Board Meeting on Tuesday, March 9, has full agenda. The Board will be discussing important issues ranging from announcing information about an upcoming Special Meeting/Workshop related to Signs and Flags, various proj...

02.26.2021 | Signs, Flags, Rallies, & Parades

The next round of proposed changes to the rules related to signs and flags are expected to be introduced at the Regular Session Board Meeting on March 9.  The Board continues to receive divergent opinions about the changes that have been suggeste...

02.19.2021 | Flags & Budget

The Board held two Special Meetings this week related to issues of importance to the community. In both cases, these meetings were scheduled to allow the Board and the community to consider two separate proposals, discuss the contents and act as appropria...

02.12.2021 | Board Meeting Highlights

February 9 Board Meeting Highlights

Last Tuesday's Board Meeting was a milestone for approving significant community projects and an extraordinary interaction between the Board and members regarding several important issues. Your Board continues i...

02.05.2021 | Upcoming Board Meeting

Key Issues To Be Discussed At Next Board Meting

There will be multiple key issues, project approvals, and the usual updates and presentations at our next Regular Session Board Meeting on Tuesday, February 9 at 6 p.m. Like the other meetings this year, this...

01.29.2021 | Golf Course Irrigation

Golf Course Irrigation

Over three years of research and planning will come before the Board in February. The Golf Course Irrigation Project is in the final stages of approval and will be on the February 9 Regular Session Board Meeting Agenda.

Current Golf ...

01.22.2021 | Mailbox Lighting

The 2020/21 Board of Directors determined in outlining our guiding principles that it is essential to our community that we preserve and protect our commonly owned facilities as well as our members.

Members of the Facilities Planning Committee along with f...

01.15.2021 | Bylaws Restatement & More

Restatement of Bylaws

The Board approved the Restatement of the Bylaws, as they have been updated over the past 50 years, at the Regular Session Board Meeting Tuesday, January 12. It was the culmination of years of research and work by Canyon Lake POA staf...

01.08.2021 | Community Aesthetics

Canyon Lake is a unique community because of its size, age, individualized development over time, and the wisdom of the developers who established governing documents that control how we appear, live, and work together. Our CC&Rs establish the require...

12.18.2020 | Budget Development

About Operating Budget Model

With the Board of Directors' adoption of the Operating Budget Model at the December 1, 2020 meeting, the annual budget process has begun. The purpose of the Operating Budget Model is to ensure that resources are budget...

12.11.2020 | Walking on Golf Course

Board Affirms Restrictions to Walking on the Golf Course

At the October 6th Board meeting, the Board held a discussion about the pros and cons related to allowing non-golfers to walk on the golf course. Everyone understands that it is not safe when golfers...

12.04.2020 | Board Meeting Outcomes

December Board Meeting Outcomes

At our Board Meeting on December 1 there were several actions taken and many important issues discussed. The Board appreciates the over 200 people that participated in the meeting by Zoom and Facebook. We also apologize that...

11.27.2020 | Discussion Items

The next Regular Session Board Meeting will be held virtually on Tuesday, December 1 at 6 p.m. Among a rather full agenda are three Board Discussion Items that will benefit from community input. All are related to how our community looks and will likely r...

11.20.2020 | Six Month Check-In

Six Month Check In

November marks the middle of the 2020-21 Board term. We began our term with a week of orientation and planning. We established a set of principles that included our core values, purpose, vision, and five primary goals. We also learned ab...

11.13.2020 | Board Meeting Highlights

The Canyon Lake POA held its monthly Regular Session Board Meeting on Monday, November 9. The Board reviewed the consideration of needed changes to the rules governing parking, approval of new committee members, funding for a new dishwasher at the Lodge, ...

11.06.2020 | Board Meeting Discussion

Board Meeting Discussion: Items that Address Member Concerns

Time is allocated each month at the Regular Session Board Meeting to discuss issues of concern to the directors and the members as we seek to continually enhance our services and community. These...

10.30.2020 | Appeals Process Review & Documentation

Appeals Process Review and documentation

In an effort to follow our guiding principles, better serve the community, and with input from the POA Appeals Committees, your Board of Directors is in the course of evaluating the appeals process. The appeals proc...

10.23.2020 | Budget Development

2021-2022  Budget Development

The Canyon Lake Property Owners Association is a large, non-profit Corporation with an annual Budget this year of just over $17 Million. Almost $6.5 Million comes from sales and user fees and $11.5 Million from member...

10.16.2020 | Reserve Study

In accordance with Civil Code 5550, Reserve Study Requirements, the Canyon Lake Property Owners Association Board of Directors is required to review the Reserve Study, or cause it to be reviewed, annually and  consider and implement necessary adj...

10.09.2020 | Board Meeting Recap

October 6 Board Meeting

Last Tuesday night, the Board considered and voted on a number of action items, held discussion on six topics that were generated by member comments and concerns, heard Association Reports and one Architectural Appeal. We reappointe...

09.24.2020 | Board Committee Update - Green Committee

Board Committee Update - Green Committee

The Green Committee is charged with the preservation, enhancement and maintenance of the golf course and works closely with the Operations Department to fulfill their responsibilities. The committee consists of seve...

09.25.2020 | Parking Update

At the September 2020 Board Meeting, several member comments regarding parking issues were presented to and discussed by the Directors.

In a response to a letter received by the Board from a member, an assessment of the parking situation at San Joaquin Dri...

09.11.2020 | Traffic Concerns

Traffic Concerns

At the September 2020 Board Meeting, several member comments regarding traffic issues were presented to and discussed by the Directors.

In a response to a member concern submitted to the General Manager, a recommendation was made regarding ...

09.04.2020 | Board Meeting Recap

September Virtual Board Meeting Recap

The September Virtual Meeting of the Board was held on Tuesday evening this week with over 40 attending by Zoom or Facebook. The Board heard a presentation on the creation of Sierra Park North, including the ...

08.28.2020 | Board Workshop Recap

Security Contract RFP Virtual Workshop Recap

The Board convened a successful Community Patrol RFP Virtual Workshop on Tuesday 8/25. Cory Gorham presented an overview of the current Community Patrol Contract and the proposed revisions to be includ...

08.21.2020 | Board Workshop Scheduled

Security Contract RFP Virtual Workshop August 25 at 6 p.m.

Security is a key benefit of Canyon Lake and one that we take very seriously. We contract with a company to provide Community Patrol Services and depend on the City and Riverside county f...

08.14.2020 | Rules For Using North Ski Area Update

Rules For Using North Ski Area - Call For Task Force MembersAugust 14, 2020

The Board’s discussion about the North Ski area at the last open session validated that the current rules governing the use of the areas need to be reviewed and updated to reflect ...

08.07.2020 | Board Meeting Overview

Board Meeting OverviewAugust 7, 2020

The regular meeting of the Board was held virtually last Tuesday evening with over 80 members participating. We appreciate the expanded participation the virtual meetings allow. At the meeting we received a “clean” annu...

07.31.2020 | North Ski Area Use

Protocols for Using North Ski AreaJuly 31, 2020

We are blessed with an array of amenities within Canyon Lake that we can all enjoy. The North Ski Area is one such amenity and member usage of the that area for multiple purposes has been increasing in recent...

07.24.2020 | Golf Course Irrigation Project

Golf Course Irrigation System UpdateJuly 24, 2020

The golf course irrigation system was completely replaced in 1996 and has started to show signs of failing over the past few years. Leaky irrigation heads, cracked pipe fittings and failing controllers have...

07.17.2020 | 2020/21 Projects List

2020/21 Projects ListJuly 17, 2020

At the July 2020 Board Meeting, the Director’s reviewed the 20/21 Project List to agree upon priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.  The list of projects was compiled from multiple sources; recommendations from...

06.19.2020 | Revised Purchasing Authority

Revised Purchasing AuthorityJune 19, 2020

The Board plans to approve the list of projects for implementation this year at their July Board Meeting. The plans include a wide variety of repairs, renovations and new amenities that will continue our efforts to...

06.12.2020 | Learn about our 28 Day Reading Board Meeting Policy

Board Policy UpdateJune 12, 2020

At the June 2, 2020 Open Session Board Meeting a Revised Board Policy was presented to the community for a 28 Day Reading. Your Board of Directors is committed to the philosophy of continuous improvement to enhance and stre...

06.05.2020 | Learn About Board Principles

Board of Directors Board PrinciplesJune 5, 2020

The 2020-21 Canyon Lake POA Board of Directors held their first meeting on Tuesday evening via Zoom with 70 people participating online or watching on Facebook. The Board President presented the Board’s Princ...

President's Comments

This week's Board News article reflects closing comments from our past Board President, Chris Poland and our new Board President, Joe Kamashian.

2021 Election Results

The Canyon Lake POA is pleased to announce that Timothy Cook, Brian Bock, and Renee Griffiths have been elected to the 2021/2023 Board of Directors.

Summer Pool Classes

Make summer fun for your kids by signing them up for swimming lessons and water polo programs at the pool.

03.26.2021 | Enhancing Communications

Read this week's Board News article about enhancing Board communications with the community.

2021 Board Candidates

Three of the five seats on the Canyon Lake POA Board of Directors are up for election in May 2021. Click here to see the members who intend to run for the 2021 Board of Directors.

Important COVID-19 Update

Effective immediately Riverside County is now back to the Purple Tier. The Regional Stay At Home Order put in place in early December has been lifted.

NEW Canyon Lake Merchandise Store

Get your official Canyon Lake gear now with several styles for Men, Women, and Kids.

Join a Committee!

Interested in joining a committee? Please complete the online committee application or fill out the Committee Application (PDF) and return it to the Corporate office. For more information contact the Canyon Lake POA Cor...

Tuesday Work Group

The Tuesday Work Group's (TWG) primary responsibility is to perform volunteer work that will beautify and improve Canyon Lake Golf Course. This committee also works with Canyon Lake POA management to develop and implement projects to enhance the golf cour...

Green Committee

About The Green Committee

The Green Committee is charged with the preservation, enhancement and maintenance of the golf course and works closely with the Operations Department to fulfill their responsibilities. The committee consists of seven members with ...

Finance Committee

About the Finance Committee

The Finance Committee, comprised of eight community members, volunteer their time to assist the Canyon Lake POA with providing oversight regarding financial planning and budget controls. The committee acts as the member’s eyes a...

Facilities Planning Committee

About Facilities Planning Committee

The Facilities Planning Committee (FPC), comprised of nine (9) community members, volunteer their time to assist the Property Owners Association with a variety of projects and facilities related matters.  Steve ...

Canyon Lake POA Mobile App

The Canyon Lake POA has a mobile app, and this new digital tool provides on-the-go connection for residents seeking Canyon Lake POA resources, news, and information from their smart phones, tablets, or hand-held devices. This app can be used to enjoy conv...

Project Updates

The Canyon Lake POA continuously manages multiple projects throughout the community. Visit our Projects Page to view updates or click the links below to see current, planned, or recently completed projects. 

> Current Projects> Planned Proje...

Service Update

The Canyon Lake POA has contracted with G4S Secure Solutions (G4S) to provide community patrol services beginning March 15, 2021.  The contract for G4S to provide community patrol services in Canyon Lake will be for three years, ending on Februar...

Speed Enforcement

The Canyon Lake POA owns and maintains the private streets within the community of Canyon Lake, CA. Community Patrol is responsible for enforcing all of the Rules & Regulations which include the posted speed limits.

General Rules, 5.1c - Maximum Speed ...

April 30, 2021

The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan which funded in April 2020 has been forgiven by the Small Business Administration (SBA), as the Canyon Lake POA used those funds as intended, to continue to pay our affected employees during the COVID-19 shutdown...

March 16, 2021

The California Department of Public Health today moved Riverside County into the red tier of the state’s reopening framework, allowing for more businesses to resume indoor operations. The move is based on the county’s steadily declinin...

January 25, 2021

Effective immediately Riverside County is now back to the Purple Tier. The Regional Stay At Home Order put in place in early December has been lifted. Restaurants may reopen for outdoor dining  and we will update this page once we have determined...

December 9, 2020

Today (December 9, 2020) the State of California provided an update to the Regional Stay Home Order, playgrounds are now allowed to be open to facilitate physically distanced personal health and wellness through outdoor exercise. Parks are not addressed i...

December 5, 2020

In order to comply with new regional COVID-19 restrictions, effective on Sunday, December 6 at 11:59 p.m. (24 hours after orders go into effect, as mandated), we will close both indoor and outdoor dining at both restaurants, and go to takeout and DoorDash...

November 20, 2020

The Canyon Lake POA has received notification that an employee of the Canyon Lake POA has tested positive for COVID-19. We want to use the utmost caution in this situation, as well as keep our staff healthy and minimize risk. The Canyon Lake POA offices h...

October 21, 2020

On Tuesday, October 20, the State announced Riverside County (including Canyon Lake) moved back to purple tier. As such, indoor dining is not permitted while we remain in this tier for at least the next three weeks. The Lighthouse Restaurant will remain o...

September 15, 2020

We are pleased to announce that the Lighthouse Restaurant will be opening for outdoor dining and takeout this Friday, September 18, at 4 p.m. Our outdoor patio is being thoroughly cleaned and set up for reopening. We look forward to serving you soon!

September 3, 2020

The Lighthouse Restaurant will be closed tonight and possibly through the holiday weekend.

While none of our staff members have currently tested positive for Covid-19, it has come to our attention that they may have had contact with customers and members o...

August 7, 2020

The L.A. Guns concert scheduled for September 18 has been rescheduled for February 13, 2021. Ticket holders tickets will be good for the rescheduled date.

August 6, 2020

After considering all possible options with the COVID-19 restrictions, the Canyon Lake Car Club and Car Show Planning Committee have made the decision to cancel their show for 2020. This was a difficult decision for the club to make, but health and safety...

July 1, 2020

Per the State orders issued today (view Executive order), all indoor dining rooms and bars in Riverside County are closed for the next  3 weeks. The Country Club and Lighthouse restaurants will still be open, for outdoor and takeout dining, only....

June 18, 2020

Governor Newsom and the California Department of Public Health issued an order  on June 18 mandating that face coverings must be worn when outside of the home, including outdoor public spaces whenever social distancing is not feasible. The Canyon...

May 14, 2020

 On May 8, the State of California modified its Stay at Home Orders as we enter into the first phase of “Stage Two”. This means in addition to essential activity, curbside retail is allowed, and as of May 12, offices are also ...

May 5, 2020

April 30, 2020

The Canyon Lake POA would like to update our members about how we are operating under the COVID-19 pandemic conditions, operationally and financially. The Board and Management have chosen to continue to pay the majority of our employees since the shutdown...

April 26, 2020

The City of Canyon Lake amended its Emergency Orders closing all Canyon Lake POA owned beaches in Canyon Lake. All parks with beaches will be locked effective April 26. Failure to comply with this requirement is punishable by law and could incur civil pen...

April 25, 2020

Canyon Lake residents please be advised that the City’s Emergency Orders are still in place. If residents do not comply with these orders the City has indicated to us that they are very likely to shut down the lake, beaches, golf, tennis, pickle...

April 24, 2020

On April 20, Riverside County released revisions to their COVID-19 orders allowing public and private golf courses in the county to re-open as well as tennis courts and pickleball courts, but with very limited use and limitations. The City of Canyon Lake ...

April 21, 2020

The Canyon Lake POA Board of Directors and Management have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s annual Fiesta Day scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2020. This event will be rescheduled for 2021.

Read on...

April 2, 2020

Riverside County Public Health ordered ALL county golf courses to remain closed until June 19. City Code Enforcement and Canyon Lake POA Community Patrol will be monitoring the course during this time. Memberships will be extended the length of this cours...

March 31, 2020

Please be advised of the City’s Emergency Regulation which goes into effect at midnight tonight. 

Read on...

March 24, 2020

The City is actively working to gain community compliance with the Governor’s “stay home” executive order issued March 20, 2020 (view order) as well as the County Health Officer’s order pertaining to gatherings. The...

March 20, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, and pursuant to the State of California Stay at Home Orders issued this evening, the Canyon Lake Property Owners Association will be closing its offices and Golf Course to the public, effective immediately. 

The Stay ...

2021 Election Results

Elected Board Directors

The Canyon Lake POA is pleased to announce the following candidates have been elected to the 2021/23 Board of Directors:

• Timothy Cook
• Brian Bock
• Renee Griffiths

The final vote count in the order they are listed on the ballet is:&nbs...

2021 Board Candidates

Three of the five seats on the Canyon Lake POA Board of Directors are up for election in May 2021. The two-year terms of Tom Nathan, Chris Poland, and Jeanne O’Dell are ending. Directors may serve a total of two terms, those eligible to serve an...

2021 Proposed Ballot Measures

There will be seven ballot measures included with this year's election. Click to read more about the proposed measures.

Love and Theft Concert

June 26,2021

Craig Campbell Concert

August 28, 2021

Canned Heat Concert

October 15,2021

L.A. Guns Concert

November 13, 2021

February 19, 2021 - Project Update

Work is underway on the much-anticipated playground at Happy Camp. The playground structure installation has begun! Once this project is complete, the playground will feature a new modern and fun playground similar to the ones installed at Sunset Beach, H...

February 5, 2021 - Project Update

Work is underway on the much-anticipated playground at Happy Camp. This week the shade structure was installed. Once this project is complete, the playground will feature a new modern and fun playground similar to the ones installed at Sunset Beach, Holid...

January 29, 2021 - Project Update

Work is underway on the much-anticipated playground at Happy Camp. This week the rear retaining curbing was completed. The shade structure is scheduled to be installed next week. Once complete, the playground will feature a new modern and fun playground s...

January 15, 2021 - Project Started

Work is underway on the much-anticipated playground at Happy Camp. This week grading took place and the shade footing was dug. Once complete, the playground will feature a new modern and fun playground similar to the ones installed at Sunset Beach, Holida...

May 5, 2020 - Project Approved

At the May 5, 2020 Regular Session Board Meeting, Director Barringham moved that the Board of Directors approve funding from the Repair and Replacement Fund 02-670 for the playground replacement at Happy Camp. A roll call vote was held. Four votes in favo...

November 10, 2020 - Lodge Parking Lot

The final Lodge paving will take place between November 13 and November 16. Striping is scheduled to be completed by November 17. Parking will be limited at the Lodge during this time. The only remaining part of this project is new ADA walking path that l...

May 20, 2020 - East Gate

The East Gate exit lane and oversized vehicle entrance lane will be closed on Wednesday, May 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. as pavement work takes place on this portion of Canyon Lake Drive North.

May 18, 2020 - Senior Center

The Senior Center parking lot is also scheduled to start on May 18. Vehicles (including motorcycles) that are currently parked in this lot will need to be temporarily moved by Sunday, May 17. There is additional motorcycle parking at Eastport and North Ga...

May 18, 2020 - North Ski Area

Work is scheduled in the North Ski Area parking lots May 18 through May 20. The east parking lot (launch ramp parking lot) is closed May 18 through 19, it will reopen on May 20. The west parking lot is closed May 19 through May 20, it will reopen on May 2...

May 18, 2020 - Parking Notices

No Parking on Vacation Dr. to Clear Water Dr. May 18 - May 19 and No Parking on Clear Water Dr. to Goetz May 20 - May 21.

May 6, 2020 - Lodge Parking Lot

Work on the Lodge ADA ramp will begin on Thursday, May 7. Access to the most eastern rental dock will be limited during working hours which are Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the first 10 days. This ramp is part of Phase 4, however, work ...

March 31, 2020 - Canyon Lake Drive

Work will begin on Thursday, April 2 on Canyon Lake Drive from Vacation Drive to Goetz Road. Minimal traffic disruption is anticipated, please follow any posted signs.

March 27, 2020 - Lodge Parking Lot

Commercial construction is considered critical infrastructure, so the Lodge parking lot work is continuing. Phase 2 started this week and due to weather delays this phase is anticipated to be completed by April 17. As a reminder, the Lodge parking lot is ...

January 29, 2019 - Lodge Parking Lot

One of the largest parts of this project, the Lodge parking lot, will begin on February 10. The parking lot renovation is being split into four phases with the goal of keeping portions of the parking lot open during the renovation. View Lodge Par...

January 27, 2020 - Eastport Parking Lot

Eastport Parking Lot, entire parking lot will be closed (mailboxes will be accessible).

December 16, 2019 - Project Update

Holiday Harbor and Sierra Park were completed last week, and both parking lots are open. Work continues at multiple locations, however, there are no closures scheduled for this week.

December 9, 2019 - Sierra Park Schedule

The weather the past week has affected the schedule. Holiday Harbor has been rescheduled for Dec. 9 through Dec. 13. During this time, the entire parking lot is closed.  

November 15, 2019 - Project Schedule

Work continues to progress with the large-scale pavement project. 

Below is the schedule of upcoming work that will affect parks: 

• Nov. 18 - Nov. 21: Diamond Point Park, entire park closed 
• Dec. 2 - Dec. 5: Holiday Harbor, entire p...

October 25, 2019 - Country Club Parking Lot

The Country Club parking lot repavement is now complete. The parking lot was reconfigured and repaved. There is now a new more efficient layout with accessible parking near the entrance. New decorative stamped concrete was added to the Country Club entry ...

September 23, 2019 - Project Kick Off

Project started with setup at East Port Park.  

Sierra Park North Development RFP Posted

April 16, 2021