❓ Teller County STR Alliance FAQ
Answers to common questions about our mission, membership, and structure as a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association.
The Teller County Short-Term Rental Alliance (TCSTRA) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association representing STR owners, operators, service providers, and local businesses across Teller County. We work to promote fair regulation, share best practices, and advocate for balanced STR policies that benefit both owners and the community.
As a 501(c)(6) organization, TCSTRA operates to advance the shared interests of STR stakeholders in Teller County. Unlike a 501(c)(3) charity, contributions to TCSTRA are not tax-deductible as charitable donations but rather, as business expenses. As a 501(c)6 Trade Association, the organization can advocate for policy reform, educate members, and promote the local STR industry’s long-term sustainability.
Membership is open to STR stakeholders in Teller County, including owners, operators, service providers, and local businesses. There are three tiers of membership:
- Affiliate Member – $50/year: Vendors, businesses, residents, and community partners.
- Registered Member – $50/year: STR owners in Teller County with access to meetings and communications.
- Owner Member – $250/year: STR owners with voting rights, eligibility for Board service, and access to member-only resources.
[Read our Membership Architecture for full details.]
TCSTRA is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors elected from among the Owner Members. The Board includes five officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Communications Officer) and two at-large directors. All Board members are volunteers and must be full-time residents of Teller County.
- Receive official updates, newsletters, and event invitations.
- Access General Assembly meetings and participation in committees.
- Eligibility for leadership and voting (Owner Members only).
- Networking opportunities with STR owners and service providers.
- Access to training and educational resources as they become available.
Dues fund operations, advocacy, education, and communications. TCSTRA maintains transparent accounting, and financial summaries are available to Owner Members upon request. Questions may be directed to treasurer@tcstra.com.
Members can join committees, attend meetings, and share input on organizational initiatives. For general inquiries, email leadership@tcstra.com. For membership-related questions, contact membership@tcstra.com.