Is TVRA Just a Social Club?

Is TVRA Just a Social Club?

By Kay Condon, Communications VP

There has been a lot of talk on social media lately about the TVRA (formerly HOA) and its role in the evolution and growth of Tellico Village over the past 38 years. Take a look below to see how HOA/TVRA members and leadership have been involved in shaping safety, services, transparency, and advocacy for all residents – and you decide!

Community Services & Resident Resources

  • Started and expanded the Tellico Village Library
  • Originated idea for the Help Spot and online meeting room scheduling tool
  • Established Tellico Life as a single source for Village events and organizations
  • Initiated and standardized the Neighborhood Watch program, clarifying its role alongside the COP program – before it was transferred to the POA
  • Advocated for community services and initiated the Litter Angels program
  • Revived and supported inactive programs, including TV Learn, which later transitioned to library leadership
  • Advocated for consolidated community orientation programs (POA 101, HOA Welcome, and New Villagers sessions), now the Welcome Orientation

Safety, Infrastructure & Community Improvements

  • Advocated for installation of the Yacht Club crosswalk
  • Supported improvements such as roll-down screens at Toqua Pavilion
  • Pushed for better employee identification and POA service vehicle signage
  • Advocated for expanded Halls Bend Trailhead parking
  • Worked with agencies to improve Hwy 444 mowing coordination and maintenance clarity
  • Initiated talks to install turn lanes and safety signage on Rt. 444
  • Campaigned for off-road parking at the Boy Scout Trail and boat launches

Environmental Stewardship & Long-Term Planning

  • Advocated for odd/even watering conservation measures
  • Supported expanded conservation land protection around Tellico Lake through TVA planning efforts
  • Encouraged alignment of the POA annual budget with long-range strategic planning and business planning

Governance, Transparency & Community Advocacy

  • Advocated for increased town hall engagement and resident communication
  • Encouraged greater transparency of Reserve Study information
  • Promoted improvements to the short-term rental policy framework
  • Supported collaboration allowing law enforcement access at Kahite entrance facilities
  • Worked to improve clarity around TVA land management and community boundary agreements
  • Advocated for consistent review of development proposals and land-use decisions (e.g., Bowman House property discussions)

Community Standards & Quality of Life Protections

  • Supported efforts to maintain community character by opposing incompatible commercial uses (e.g., liquor store proposal)
  • Advocated for responsible land-use decisions aligned with long-term village vision

Thanks to Ken Litke and Mark Pantley for their valuable contributions.