NEWSLETTER
August 2026
George Crank
From our President
You may have read in the “Special Announcement” a few days ago
that after a several months’ long search and thorough vetting of the candidates, we’ve found our next Business Manager!
Her name is Stephanie Avila and I encourage you to read about her in the announcement or on our Uintalands.com website.
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Brian Stecklein, our outgoing business manager.
Brian has been our business manager for over 10 years, having been on the UL board before that for six years. That’s a long time to be dedicated to the operation and improvement of Uintalands.
Brian tells me that his family has owned "The Property", as he calls it, since 1978 and it was deeded to him in 2000. Their family used trailers until 2004 when he finished building their current cabin. He plans to continue traveling but tells me he
will appreciate not having to work while he does so. Brian will mentor Stephanie until the end of the year and then will remain in a consultative role as needed. You can contact Stephanie through the same channels as always: uintalands@gmail.com
or from our website.
Brian left me with these parting words: “During the past 16 years I have watched a lot of change and in my mind, it has all been for the better. The great opportunity has been working with great board members and owners. I hope everyone will always work to keep this a place of refuge from the sometimes overwhelming world, as it is for me.”
Thank you again and good luck with your future endeavors Brian and welcome Stephanie.
Annual Meeting in November
Our annual meeting is coming up on Wednesday November 11 at 7:00. It will be held in the same place as last year:
Weber State University – Davis
2750 University Park Blvd DSC D3 (middle building).
The meeting should last just over an hour.
We will be discussing a small dues increase of $25 per active lot, $5 per inactive lot and $4 increase for common area taxes.
We will also introduce board candidates, and provide an update on our state of affairs, including our 2027 budget. You’ll hear first-hand what’s going on, weigh in with your opinions, and meet your Uintalands neighbors. See the next page for bios of the three candidates running for board positions. See also attached the 2027 budget and the ballot you’ll use to vote.
New Key and Gate Information
Due to increased costs to us, the price of a new key fob is now $12, up from $10. Also new, owners can order up to 15 keys combined of metal and electronic per active lot. We have a return program for owners wanting to turn in metal keys and purchase additional electronic keys.
There is a new gate administrator, Lyndi Halling on our UL board. All her contact information can be found on the Uintalands.com website.
Fish are Doing Well
Our fish population in the pond has been examined by Utah Fish and Game and is reported to have weathered this year’s drought. The pond is now up about 8” from it’s August low due to recent rains. Fish and Game have released about 100 new Cutthroat trout at no charge to us. Remember, it’s catch-and-release only with artificial lures and no power bait or similar.
Candidates Running for Board Positions
Brian Oldham
In 2023, my wife and I purchased our cabin on Bear Lane. We were both born and raised in Murray, Utah. We have 2 children, one in SLC with his family and my daughter and her family in Houston. We have 8 grandchildren.
I began serving on the Uintalands Board in 2024 and my first term concludes at the end of this year. I would like to continue serving on the Board. To date, I have served as Treasurer, President and I'm currently serving as Vice President. I'm also the coordinator for fire safety for the Association. I've enjoyed my time on the Board and look forward to continuing to serve the association.
I retired as a member of the executive management team of Rio Tinto after 25 years, focused in the IT area. I have in-depth executive, managerial and leadership experience. I have experience negotiating with vendors, contracts and disputes and I’ve sat on the board of several Rio Tinto subsidiaries and holding companies as the CEO, Vice President or board member.
Thank you for your consideration.
Shaunna Pollock
I grew up in Roy, Utah where family, community, and a love of the outdoors shaped who I am. In the late 1970s, my parents bought the Uintalands property and later built our family cabin. That cabin has always been my happy place, filled with memories, peace, and the beauty of nature. I’ve been married to Jeff for 29 years, and together we’ve raised five incredible kids.
Professionally, my background is in Human Resources, where I work with people, policies, problem-solving, and communication every day. I’m passionate about supporting people, creating positive workplace cultures, and helping teams thrive. Many of you may also know me from all the animal and wildlife pictures I post on Facebook.
With my passion for Uintalands and experience, I feel I would do a good job giving back to the Uintalands community by serving on the Board.
Dale Ukena
I currently own and operate a construction company with over 40+ years hands-on experience with residential and commercial construction, project management, financial administration, and business operations. As the owner of a successful construction company, I have managed all aspects of the business, including bookkeeping, payroll, budgeting, employees, contractors, purchasing, cost control, and customer relations.
I bring a common-sense, practical approach to problem-solving and decision-making, with a focus on protecting Association assets, controlling costs, and making sound long-term decisions that benefit Uintalands property owners.
I will bring 40+ years of hands-on experience, business knowledge, financial responsibility, and a strong work ethic to the Uintalands Association Board.
Please see below for your ballot and how to vote and return it.
Deadline for return is Nov 6 or bring it to the annual meeting Nov 11
NOTE: We’re seeking donations for the New Year’s Eve raffle. Please bringyour donation to the annual meeting or to Doug, our Caretaker, ASAP.
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