Category Archives: Operations

Operations Manager Transition Announcement

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Hello RESA Community,

I would like to share that after 25-years of service, our Operations Manager, Jeff Bates, has decided to retire. We thank Jeff for his dedication to maintaining our roads, parks, and Pavilion including the time he has volunteered to lend a helping hand in the community during his tenure. If you would like to wish Jeff well and catch his next “go” at claiming the “best cannonball splash” title, please attend the RESA Pool Party in July. Of course, Board of Director Meetings are also an excellent time to catch Jeff and connect with all Board Members, as well! 

During this transition period, I am pleased to announce we have Conner Lewis stepping into the Operations Manager role.  Conner comes to us after serving in the Santa Cruz Mountains as Foreman at Camp Salamander & Camp Double Bear, as well as managing winery properties. He brings experience with road repair, culvert maintenance, along with a background in construction.  You may see Conner on his rounds in the neighborhood, or at an upcoming event, such as the RESA Freecycle or brush chipping. Please give him a warm welcome when you see him, or drop him a note at OperationsManager@RedwoodEstates.info!

“Hi everyone, I’m Conner, your new Operations Manager for RESA. I’m excited to join your community and bring my years of hands-on experience working in the mountains, where I’ve spent my time in road clearing during storms and culvert maintenance to keep access even in rough conditions. The work background has given me an appreciation and knowledge for proactive maintenance, quick response on sudden issues, and knowing the challenges of mountain road infrastructure. I’ll work on keeping our roads safe and well-maintained year-round through regular inspections, timely grading and repairs, and clear communication with the community. I’m looking forward to supporting the community in Redwood Estates.”

Sincerely,

Jennifer Throssell
RESA Board President

Ferrellgas RESA Propane Users Group

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Dear RESA Community,

Ferrellgas has committed to provide propane to residents within Redwood Estates. The agreement gets RESA members a negotiated price and a waived membership fee.

In order to join, please contact Lora Brazil (831) 227-6567 or lorabrazil@ferrellgas.com. They will require you to verify your street address to confirm you reside within the meets-and-bounds of Redwood Estates.

In order to view the agreement, please visit: https://redwoodestates.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ferrellgas-RESASPUG-Agreement-Signed-8.25.25.pdf

Sincerely,
RESA Office on behalf of Jeff Bates

2025 Fall Brush Chipping @ the Pavilion

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The Santa Clara County FireSafe Council is funding two drive up fall brush chipping programs at the Redwood Estates Pavilion. This program will NOT be driving through the community.

Dates:
Saturday September 13th & Saturday October 18th

Time:
7:30am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-3:30pm

Location:
The Redwood Estates Pavilion
21450 Madrone Dr, Los Gatos, CA 95033

Materials Accepted:

  • Debris less than twenty inches (20”) in diameter and less than four feet (4’) in length

Materials Not Accepted:

  • Debris more than twenty inches (20”) in diameter
  • Debris longer than four feet (4’) in length
  • Root balls with soil
  • Vines (e.g., ivy, poison oak, blackberries)
  • Leaves
  • Construction material (dimensional lumber)
  • Wood fencing

Directions:

  • The tree service staff will direct you to the available chipper.
  • Please untie your debris prior to backing to the chipper.
  • Please stay inside your vehicle while tree service staff are chipping your debris.

Note: Any debris deemed unsafe for the program will not be chipped and left in the members vehicle. 

Volunteers Needed:

  • Santa Clara County FireSafe Council is requesting that RESA arrange community volunteers to assist in managing these two events. 
  • Volunteers will assist in traffic control and recording the number of vehicles / loads delivered each day. 
  • To volunteer, please contact the RESA office at 408-353-1866 or e-mail: resaservice@comcast.net

Sincerely,
Jeff Bates & RESA Office

RESA Road Edge Repairs 2025

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Dear RESA Community,

RESA will be performing road edge repairs throughout the community beginning 8/20/25 and for the next several weeks (exact timeline TBD).

There will be no road closures during this event, however, please be aware of partial blockages taking place and proceed with caution.

There are 9 total jobs at 8 intersections with work being performed. The exact dates that work is performed is based upon each day’s progress and will not be announced.

Work locations:

  1. Bayview Drive @ Irma Lyle – work between Virdelle and Irma Lyle
  2. Fern Drive @ Zella Court – uphill from Zella Court
  3. June Court – uphill from Locust Court
  4. Madrone Drive @ Laurel Drive – uphill from Laurel
  5. Oak Drive @ Madrone Drive – uphill from Madrone
  6. Ida Drive – downhill from Betty Ann Court
  7. Betty Ann Court – uphill from Jessie Way
  8. Geraldine Court @ Oneda – downhill from Oneda

We appreciate your patience in this matter as we repair our roadways.

Sincerely,
RESA Office

2025 RESA Road Edge Chipping & Road Edge Hazardous Fuel Removal Project Drive Through Community

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Dates: July 7th – 11th
Time: 7:30am – 3:30pm 


RESA is contracting Denali Tree Service to drive through our community to clear the road edges of brush. They will also be chipping hazardous fuel vegetation debris that members  have at their road edges. See below for details:


**TREE CREWS WILL ONLY BE MOVING THROUGH THE COMMUNITY ONCE. ONCE YOUR STREET IS PASSED, THEY WILL NOT BE RETURNING. THEREFORE, PLEASE HAVE ALL BRUSH READY FOR CHIPPING AT THE ROAD EDGE BY 7:30 AM ON JULY 7TH**

Materials Accepted:

  • Debris less than twenty-four inches (24”) in diameter and less than four feet (4’) in length

Materials Not Accepted:

  • Debris more than twenty-four inches (24”) in diameter
  • Debris longer than four feet (4’) in length
  • Root balls with soil
  • Vines (e.g., ivy, poison oak, blackberries)
  • Leaves
  • Construction material (dimensional lumber)
  • Wood fencing

Directions:

  • Please place debris to be chipped within 6-feet of the road edge to not block roadways.
  • Please pile brush / tree debris with large ends facing the road.

Note:

  • Any debris deemed unsafe for the program will not be chipped and left on site.  

Sincerely,
Jeff Bates, Operations Manager
& RESA Office