Empowering the Community, Enriching Lives
La Cresta, a prestigious community nestled in the hills of the Santa Rosa Plateau in West Murrieta, California, offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Situated just off the 15 freeway at the Clinton Keith exit, this community boasts large lot sizes and custom home designs that captivate potential homeowners.
La Cresta provides a unique living experience, with spacious homesites of at least 5 acres surrounded by naturally beautiful rural open space and a tranquil neighborhood setting. Residents can immerse themselves in the serenity of country agricultural life while enjoying the warmth and friendliness of the welcoming community. Embrace the beauty of nature in La Cresta, where ample space and privacy create a peaceful haven. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, La Cresta offers a plethora of activities to suit your interests. Mountain biking, horseback riding, and nature trails for hiking are just a few of the options available.
La Cresta’s proximity to the Cleveland National Forest and the Santa Rosa Ecological Preserve provides residents with opportunities to explore and connect with nature.
URGENT
La Cresta POA Board of Majority Proposed 20% Assessment Increase
Facts Members Should Know
Current Financial Overview
Reported at LCPOA Open Session – February 5, 2026
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Annual Assessment Collections: Approximately $1,025,000.00
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Reserve Funds: Approximately $2,400,000.00 ( according 2024 LCPO financial statement)
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Total Reported Funds: Approximately $3,425,000.00
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2025 general budget operation surplus : $396,000.00
MEMBERS SPEAK to the issues of LCPOA governance
The LCPOA liabilities Issue
The Transparency Issues
Issues Members should be awared of
Financial
Lack of Transparence and Irresponsible spending
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Lack of Financial Disclosure
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Many financial statements have not been provided
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Member document requests remain unfulfilled per Civil Code 5210
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Potential compliance violations of corporate transparency with Davis-Stirling Act requirements
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Members denied access to review necessary financial records to verify justification for proposed dues increase
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Legal Expenditure Transparency
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Funds are being depleted on legal disputes the Board has initiated against members and members have filed lawsuits for alleged Board violations.
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Transparency Disputes: Legal expenses have increased due to management’s refusal to provide requested financial records and documentation.
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Reserve Funding Requires Scrutiny
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Lack of Supportive Data: No engineering studies, reserve analyses, or capital schedules have been provided to justify the recent discussion for a dues increase.
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Unjustified Reserve Targets: The Board is pushing for 50%+ reserve levels, despite road maintenance historically covered by the annual operating budget.
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Discretionary Project Spending
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Ineffective Spending: Over $100,000 was spent on equestrian crossing with signage that no longer functions, is largely unused due to safety concerns on Avenida La Cresta.
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Questions remain whether the Calle Centro/ALC crosswalk cost benefits the member majority or primarily serves the private commercial business interest of Board President Roy Paulson.
Majority of Board Misconduct
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Road Maintenance Obligation for vacated Cul-de-Sacs
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On November 6, 2025, the Board majority passed a Resolution to prohibit any further discussion of cul-de-sac maintenance, despite member objections.
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The Board’s refusal to maintain all roads contradicts the Association's responsibility of vacating 128 private roads, including 81 named cul-de-sacs.
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LCPOA “Double Standard”: Higher Dues for Reduced Services?
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Campaign Inconsistency: Members are questioning the contradiction between current Board actions and 2025 campaign promises made by Roy Paulson and David Boyd.
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Unjustified Dues Increase: Despite successfully cutting cul-de-sac maintenance, the Board is now proposing a 20% dues increase, directly contradicting their campaign promises.
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Governance Structure and Committee Participation
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Discriminatory Appointments: Committee selections appear to prioritize political alignment over merit, violating fair and equal opportunity for all members to volunteer service.
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Targeted Exclusions of Experts:
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Director Ghafouri: Removed as Treasurer
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Steve Brown: Removed as Chair of the Governing Documents Committee,
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MDM Auger: Qualified election oversight application rejected despite professional experience as a Poll Worker and Inspector of Elections.
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Tsun-I Wang: Application for the Architectural Committee denied despite formal architectural education.
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ALL the above individuals are former Board Candidates or Board Members of differing political opinion.
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Summary
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Survey Purpose: Collecting member feedback on the proposed 20% dues increase and Board governance.
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Member Action: Please review all financial records and governing documents before forming a final conclusion.
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Member Participation is Essential: Your input is critical to ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsible governance in La Cresta.
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We want to hear your voice
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Were you aware that the LCPOA Board scheduled a vote on a 20% dues increase at a Special Meeting held February 20, 2026?
☐ Yes ☐ No -
Before the scheduled Board vote, were you provided detailed financial documentation explaining the need for a 20% increase?
☐ Yes ☐ No -
What is your primary concern regarding this proposed increase?
☐ Lack of financial detail
☐ Concerns of fiscal management
☐ No Concern