Board Members
The HSB POA is administered by a 7-member Board of Directors who serve 3-year terms and receive no salary. Elections are held at the annual HSB POA members' meeting during the month of March.
Cynthia Clinesmith: President, Treasurer
A Horseshoe Bay full time resident since 1995. I was a 36 year educator serving as Adjunct Instructor, Texas Tech, State Director for District Intervention, Superintendent/Campus Principal, Teacher. Was a City Council Woman/Mayor for Horseshoe Bay, serving approximately 9+ years. Volunteered at various organizations, such as Boys and Girls Club, Church of Horseshoe Bay and Hill County Family Crisis. My goal is to support effective/efficient use of POA members’ investment with transparency and community spirit.
Forrest Covin: Vice President
My wife, Toni, and I moved to Horseshoe Bay 14 years ago and have witnessed the city's growth, prosperity, and enduring pride. I am committed to fostering cooperation among all entities and preserving "our slice of paradise." My intention is to actively listen to all views, especially those of property owners, and foster cooperation among all our community partners—the POA, City, and Resort. I will strive to maintain transparency and rebuild the trust between the POA members, the Resort, and the City. We need our meetings and our financial activities to be a model of openness with those that we serve. I will strive to involve you in decisions that potentially could affect your property and property values…particularly those that not within the normal scope of the POA charter. I will strive to help maintain your quality of life and make decisions for the beneficial outcome for our community. I will listen to all opinions and work with our community…we are blessed to be together, and we can work together. Horseshoe Bay is an awesome community with great people. Let’s keep it that way!
Darlene Bowles: Secretary
My husband and I have been full-time residents of Horseshoe Bay since 2007, where we value the strong sense of community, friendships, and natural beauty. I previously served on the POA Board from 2012–2016 as Secretary, Vice President, and President,
and have continued volunteering at community social events. Beyond the POA, I have held leadership roles with several local and statewide organizations, including multiple women’s golf associations, church committees, and service leagues. I hold a BA in
Political Science and bring professional experience in governmental relations and project management. With 19 years in Horseshoe Bay, I am committed to preserving home values and enhancing residents’ quality of life.
and have continued volunteering at community social events. Beyond the POA, I have held leadership roles with several local and statewide organizations, including multiple women’s golf associations, church committees, and service leagues. I hold a BA in
Political Science and bring professional experience in governmental relations and project management. With 19 years in Horseshoe Bay, I am committed to preserving home values and enhancing residents’ quality of life.
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Joe Dan Rowland: Director
Carla and I have lived full-time in HSB for 12 years and love this City. I have a B.S. from Texas Tech University in Insurance and Banking. Partnership in Insurance Agency growing it to the 5th largest privately owned agencies in Dallas. CPCU Designation and a Risk Manager’s License. I Pride myself on a career of working collaboratively and successfully with others. My goals are to Maintain Property Values by fulfilling maintenance responsibilities outlined in HSB Charter, Bylaws, and Precedent. Strive for Transparency with open meetings and clear communication. Involve Property Owners in decisions in use of property dues.
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Bryce Harris: Director
I have lived in Horseshoe Bay for over two and a half years and thoroughly enjoy my time here. HSB POA board members must know how to plan and understand the budget, manage the association’s finances, deal with disputes, discuss and carry out ideas, and listen to the membership. As a college graduate with 15 years of experience in warehousing logistics, I am the owner and CEO of W.T. Harris Company. My experience in owning and managing day-to-day operations makes me a great board director. I am willing to help re-establish the checks and balances between the POA and the Maintenance Fund. I believe the POA is in place to work with Ownership.
Michael Appleby: Director
Michael Appleby is a Horseshoe Bay homeowner and community volunteer with deep ties to the area. He and his wife moved to Horseshoe Bay in 2022 after visiting regularly since 2008, when his in-laws became residents. Michael holds a degree in political
science from the University of Southern California and currently serves as Director of Business Development for the National Notary Association. He has spent the past two years serving on the Horseshoe Bay Board of Adjustment and is committed to thoughtful governance, responsible growth, and protecting property owner interests.
science from the University of Southern California and currently serves as Director of Business Development for the National Notary Association. He has spent the past two years serving on the Horseshoe Bay Board of Adjustment and is committed to thoughtful governance, responsible growth, and protecting property owner interests.
David Wright: Director
I am a retired Family Physician from Plainview, Texas, who has had property in Horseshoe Bay proper since 2014. My wife, Ruth and I moved here permanently in 2022. I am a graduate of Texas A&M and NTSU/TCOM and served 11 years in the US Army Medical Corps. My administrative and community service experience includes Chief of the Medical Staff and a member of the Covenant Hospital Governing Board, Plainview YMCA Board, past president, and member of the Hale County Industrial Foundation. I am committed to representing the Horseshoe Bay Property owners to keep our community beautiful, unique, and thriving.