
The cows are returning. The upper gate must be closed now after you pass through on Empire Valley Drive.

The cows are returning. The upper gate must be closed now after you pass through on Empire Valley Drive.
BLE Board Meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Google Meet joining info:
Video call direct link: https://meet.google.com/xpa-rfhg-reo
Meeting Code: xpa-rfhg-reo
Or dial: (US) +1 813-563-5297 PIN: 223 594 645#
NOTE: We use Google Meet for our meetings. The meeting can be joined using your computer, phone, or by dialing in.
There are three Board members whose terms expire in July 2026: Tim Ratterman, Aagje Barber, and Kim Pierron.
We are seeking community members who are interested in serving on the BLE Board. Serving on the Board is a meaningful way to help shape decisions that affect our neighborhood, including operations, member dues, and the use of community assets. We aim to maintain a full Board of seven members, and new perspectives are always valuable.
Board service is a three-year commitment. The Board meets on the third Thursday evening of each month, except in July, when our annual member meeting is held on the third Saturday. All meetings except the July annual meeting are held online, allowing members to participate from anywhere.
If you’d like to learn more, please contact any current Board member: https://beaverlakes.org/documents/
If you would like to nominate yourself, please submit a short biography to board@beaverlakes.org by June 5, 2026.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our community.
BLE Meeting Minutes 2026-05-21
BLE Board Meeting
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Google Meet joining info:
Video call direct link: https://meet.google.com/xpa-rfhg-reo
Meeting Code: xpa-rfhg-reo
Or dial: (US) +1 813-563-5297 PIN: 223 594 645#
NOTE: We use Google Meet for our meetings. The meeting can be joined using your computer, phone, or by dialing in.
BLE Meeting Minutes 2026-04-16
BLE Board Meeting
Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Google Meet joining info:
Video call direct link: https://meet.google.com/xpa-rfhg-reo
Meeting Code: xpa-rfhg-reo
Or dial: (US) +1 813-563-5297 PIN: 223 594 645#
NOTE: We use Google Meet for our meetings. The meeting can be joined using your computer, phone, or by dialing in.
BLE follows the U.S. Forest Service for fire restrictions and bans to protect our neighborhood. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in place for the Pike-San Isabel National Forest. The Lake County Sheriff has also implemented similar restrictions. Details on the restrictions related to outdoor fires, smoking, and welding activities can be found in the links below:
U.S. Forest Service PSICC Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
Lake County Sheriff Fire Restriction
The U.S. Forest Service restrictions are in place until August 1, 2026, unless rescinded.
A link to current fire restriction links has been added to the right side of the homepage. The U.S. Forest Service website should be used to determine what restrictions are in place as the BLE website may not be immediately updated.
BLE Meeting Minutes 2026-03-19
BLE Board Meeting
Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Google Meet joining info:
Video call direct link: https://meet.google.com/xpa-rfhg-reo
Meeting Code: xpa-rfhg-reo
Or dial: (US) +1 813-563-5297 PIN: 223 594 645#
NOTE: We use Google Meet for our meetings. The meeting can be joined using your computer, phone, or by dialing in.
BLE Meeting Minutes 2026-02-19
BLE Board Meeting
Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Google Meet joining info:
Video call direct link: https://meet.google.com/pmz-ihxf-xnj
Meeting Code: pmz-ihxf-xnj
Or dial: (US) +1 484-696-5033 PIN: 623 964 297#
NOTE: We will be using Google Meet for this and future meetings. The meeting can be joined using your computer, phone, or by dialing in.
BLE Meeting Minutes 2026-01-15
BLE Board Meeting
Thursday, January 15, 2026 · 7:00 MST
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Video call direct link: https://meet.google.com/hdp-rorr-fxy
Meeting Code: hdp-rorr-fxy
Or dial: (US) +1 405-353-0464 PIN: 779 262 515#
NOTE: We will be using Google Meet for this and future meetings. The meeting can be joined using your computer, phone, or by dialing in.
After an extended stay that was longer than most years, the cattle have been moved off the Moyer Ranch for the winter. We now have permission to leave the middle gate open. The middle gate is the one about 2 miles up from the highway.
The bottom gate near the highway must always be closed and latched when you pass through it. This applies to you, your guests, and anyone working on your property. This requirement is mandated by a court order.
U.S. Forest Service Alerts (applies to BLE)
Network Name: BLE Lodge
Password: BLELODGE
Click Here to reserve Cabins, Campsites and the Lodge
Resident Caretaker
We are in the process of hiring a new caretaker. In the meantime, please email any requests to the address below. Responses may be delayed during this time.
719-486-0978
Empire Lodge Homeowners Association
585 Empire Valley Drive
Leadville CO 80461
Click here for the Board Document and full details | All Members, guests, family members, agents, contractors, vendors, and employees must close the lower and upper easement gates. Whoever opens the gate must close or wait until the next person closes. The ELHA member of records is responsible for violations by guests, family members, agents, contractors, vendors, and employees.
All offenses: $250 fine.
There may occasions, during the winter months, when the upper gate may be left open, but only when permission has been received from Jim Moyer. Signs on the upper gate will inform you when it can be open and when it must be closed. The bottom gate must be closed at all times.