By David Boyd, Candidate for the LCPOA Board of Directors

I believe my philosophy for our community resonates with the values and goals of most La Cresta families. I proudly support our rural lifestyle. My wife and I own horses, and we consider the trails to be an intimate and vital part of that experience. I don't believe rules are for everyone else but not for me, and my default approach is not to sue my neighbors but to work together in good faith. I support this community by participating in many of its social events and by dedicating time to serve on several POA committees.

Fire Safety

Fire safety on the Plateau is one of Roy Paulson's and my top priorities. With over three decades of experience as a firefighter and paramedic, I've worked alongside experts in wildfire prevention and emergency response, gaining valuable insight into what keeps communities safe. Roy and I are committed to establishing one or two heli-hydrants on the Plateau--at no cost to the community--by securing grant funding. These heli-hydrants will provide a crucial jumpstart for air attack resources during the critical early moments of a wildfire.

Trail Stewardship

Our trail network is a treasured asset and an integral part of the La Cresta lifestyle. I fully support our trails and am excited to back the efforts of the new Trails Committee. Maintaining interior trails helps keep riders, walkers, and runners off the main roads and ensures safe, enjoyable access throughout the community. If elected, I will prioritize upkeep, accessibility, and long-term trail health.

Governing Documents

The Governing Documents Committee is committed to doing the right thing--ensuring that our CC&Rs and Bylaws are updated in a way that benefits every property owner within the LCPOA. The goal is clear: protect the character of our community while aligning with current California law.

Fiscal Responsibility

Responsible financial management is very important to me. I bring experience from previous HOA leadership roles, where I consistently prioritized budget discipline and long-term planning. I believe in making thoughtful financial decisions that protect property values and minimize unnecessary expenses.

Dues Restructuring

As a candidate for the LCPOA Board of Directors, I believe in protecting the fairness and intent of our community’s original design. Two of my opponents have proposed replacing our per-acre dues model with a flat per-parcel rate. While this change would reduce costs for a few large-parcel owners, it would increase dues for most residents—especially those with five-acre lots. One candidate would save about $3,800 a year, and the other around $2,300. I believe the current model is not only more equitable and better aligned with how La Cresta operates, but also honors the structure upon which our community was founded. Proposals that offer such clear personal financial enrichment raise serious concerns of self-dealing—conduct that has no place on our Board. I’m committed to fairness, transparency, and preserving what makes La Cresta special.

Cul-de-Sac Maintenance

As a candidate for the LCPOA Board of Directors, I believe the community deserves leaders who rely on facts—not fiction. Three of my opponents have claimed that the Association is required to maintain cul-de-sacs. That is simply not true. Although I’m open to new ideas, both our governing documents and legal counsel have made it clear: the responsibility for cul-de-sac maintenance lies with the homeowners who live on them, not with the LCPOA. Spreading inaccurate information about this issue misleads residents and creates false expectations that could result in unnecessary costs for the broader membership. I am committed to honesty, legal clarity, and financial stewardship—and I hope to earn your vote by standing firmly on what’s right for the entire community.

Respectfully,

David Boyd

Candidate for the LCPOA Board of Directors