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Oakmont’s Golf Enterprise: Who Benefits, Who Pays and Who Carries the Risk

By Deborah Quam | November 9, 2026 |

Oakmont members financed the purchase of the golf properties, continue paying acquisition debt and support the commercial operator through monthly dues. Now OVA is assuming additional property expenses while continuing those operating subsidies. Yet members have never been shown a…

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Let’s Explore: Monarch Butterflies at Howarth Park!

By Deborah Quam | October 5, 2026 |

I recently visited Howarth Park with my granddaughter to see the monarch butterfly exhibit. Like many Oakmont residents, I enjoy finding places where I can…

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Past Articles

Central Pool Plans: What Changed Since the 2025 Estimate?

By Deborah Quam | November 2, 2026 |

A lower price gets our attention. But does it buy the same improvements? In June 2025, then-President Matt Oliver presented a preliminary estimate of $732,500 to renovate the existing Central Pool and patio in place. On October 20, 2026, General…

The Oakmont Observer Bibliography

By Bruce Bon | November 1, 2026 |

Originally published 2024-01-28, updated 2026-11-09 The list below will eventually contain links to all significant Oakmont Observer articles, in chronological order within each year. Excluded will be, for example, short articles announcing events that have long since passed. As new…

New HOA Reserve Law: Oakmont’s Forecast Deserves a Closer Look

By Deborah Quam | October 26, 2026 |

A new California law will require HOA reserve funding beginning in 2032. Oakmont’s own forecast already shows reserves falling approximately 69% by 2030—even while assuming increasing annual contributions. Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 2050 on September 29, 2026, with its…