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TCCOM Frequently Asked Questions

 

The 2011 TCCOM Rules and Regulations have been completed. How can I find out more information?

  • With the help from a lot of members, the Park has put together a proposal for a new, more readable and consolidated set of rules pertaining to various subject areas. Note: both documents are in PDF format and you will need to download Adobe Reader to view them.  To get Adobe Reader, click here.

2011 Rules and Regulations (Final)

How can I find out about Travelers' Trash and Recycling Program?

  • To find out about the Park's Trash and Recycling Program, click here.

What types of units are permitted in the park?

  • Motor homes, travel trailers and park model trailers are allowed in the park. Members enhance the value of their properties by adding screened porches, Minnesota rooms (up to 400 sq/ft), three season porches, decks and gazebos.

When was Travelers Country Club on the Mississippi built?

  • Initial construction began in 1978 and was finished in 1979. Since then, improvements have been done throughout the park to enhance the value. To learn more about the beginning of the Park, click here.

Is the park open year around?

  • The park is generally a six-month park, open from April 15th to October 15th when the water is shut off for the winter. It is around this time that we can have our first frost and our snowbirds head south. Our maintenance manager comes into the park during the off-season to maintain the streets (plow snow, etc.) and check security in the park.

Are there any other golf courses in the area besides the one in the park?

  • Yes, there are several courses in the surrounding area.

What amenities are there in the park?

  • Travelers offers a 9 hole executive golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts, horseshoes and shuffleboard. In the clubhouse there is an area for meetings, card games etc. The lower level of the clubhouse includes a laundry, library and games.

Are there other buildings in the Park?

  • Yes. There is an Activity Building for church services, pot lucks, bingo and other large gatherings. Owners may rent this facility for large parties. It has recently had the kitchen and bathrooms updated. The is also an equipment storage building.

Can you fish off the property on the Mississippi River?

  • Yes. There is fishing either from shore or by boat for crappies, bass, northern pike, Muskies and walleyes. Members have reported catching small mouth bass, walleye, northern pike and Muskie as well as pan fish off the boat dock. This area of the Mississippi is known to produce some of the best small mouth bass in Minnesota.

Do members pay for golf and can guests play?

  • Yes. Members receive two free golf passes per Unit per year. In addition, they can get annual golf passes for children and grandchildren under 18 years of age for only $5.00 each and guest tickets for everyone else. A guest ticket for a single round of golf is $7.00 or an unlimited daily ticket is $12.00. Books of tickets are also available at a discount.

What size are the lots?

  • Lot size varies within the park depending on location. Generally, lots range in size from 30 to 40 feet by 75 to 100 feet.

Is it permissible for my friends to use my lot without charge?

  • Yes, but we ask that they register at the park office.

Can I rent my lot?

  • No. The IRS restricts rentals because we are a private, non-profit corporation.

What restrictions are there in the park?

  • Bylaws, rules and regulations have been established for your safety and enjoyment. Pets are accepted, but must be kept on a leash.

Are there laundry facilities?

  • Yes, we have a laundry room in the lower level of the clubhouse.

How does the membership structure work?

  • Members own a share in the park and receive a lease to a lot. Each member owns 1/299 of the park which includes the facilities (the clubhouse, swimming pool, golf course, etc.) Payment for the operation of the park is through annual dues. Each year when dues are paid in full, the lease is renewed.

What do annual dues cover?

  • The annual dues cover common building and grounds taxes, garbage collections at a designated location, street lighting and general park maintenance, use of the clubhouse, swimming pool, golf and tennis courts, etc. Owners are responsible for electric and telephone.

How is the park governed?

  • The park has a nine member board of directors elected by the membership, which includes a president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer of the corporation.
 

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Phone 320.743.3133