Somersett Living May/June 2024

KNOW THE MOST COMMON SIGNS OF A POSSIBLE STROKE - B.E. F.A.S.T.

BALANCE

EYES

FACE DROOPING

ARM WEAKNESS

SPEECH DIFFICULTY

If you observe any of these signs, call 911 immediately. Think

Does the person have a sudden loss of balance or coordination?

Has the person lost vision in one or both eyes or have they had sudden double vision?

Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?

TIME TO CALL 911

Jacob Williams President

Mark Capalongan Secretary

Lance Fithian Treasurer

Kate Falcocchia Director

Clint Maples Director Staff Directory

Nancy Kerry 775-571-9233 Community Manager Nancy.Kerry@mysomersett.com

Lorrie Olson 775-571-8695 Professional Community Manager Lorrie.Olson@mysomersett.com

Jessica McCarron 775-571-9479 Assistant Community Manager Jessica.McCarron@mysomersett.com

Ron Eckhardt 775-571-8050 Operations Manager Ron.Eckhardt@mysomersett.com

Tray Palmer Fire Fuels Mitigation Project Manager Tray.Palmer@mysomersett.com

Caleb Vasquez 775-571-9643 Communications Manager

Caleb.Vasquez@mysomersett.com

Devon Scott 775-571-9201 Executive Assistant

Devon.Scott@mysomersett.com

Hunter Edgar 775-571-8767 Resort Manager

Hunter.Edgar@mysomersett.com

Luc Fabre 775-571-8187 Resort Program Coordinator

Luc.Fabre@mysomersett.com

Heather Fox 775-571-8613

Staff Assistant

Heather.Fox@mysomersett.com

Scott Goodin Maintenance

Scott.Goodin@mysomersett.com

MAY/JUNE 2024

Somersett Owners Association The Club at Town Center | 7650 Town Square Way Reno, NV 89523 775-787-4500 | soa@somersett.org | somersett.org

Association Hours: Monday–Friday: 8 am to 5 pm. Club at Town Center Hours: The Club at Town Center is open from 5 am to 9 pm daily for those with an Access Card, fob, or app to unlock the front doors.

The Village: Jessica McCarron, Community Manager | 775-571-9479

Heather Fox | heather.fox@mysomersett.com

The Vue:

Nancy Kerry, Community Manager | nancy.kerry@mysomersett.com

Devon Scott | Devon.Scott@mysomersett.com

Sierra Canyon Aspen Lodge:

Tammy Leonard, General Manager | communitymanager@sierracanyonhoa.com Zaidee Shaw, Assistant Manager | assistantmanager@sierracanyonhoa.com 775-624-2900

Somersett Living newsletter is Kathy Slocum subsidized by advertising and Just Imagine Marketing and Design is published by: 775-846-5656 | kathy@justimaginemktg.com

Designed by: J. Lewis Falconer Art & Design 775-507-9791 | j.lewisfal@gmail.com

Front Cover: Guess who’s hopping into Somersett for a spectacular EGGstravaganza on March 30th? Don’t miss out on the fun!! Photo by Robin Bolson

BOARD MESSAGE

What makes Somersett Different?

Over the last few years Somersett has forged a path forward that has brought us to the forefront of the industry and made us the envy of communities in Northern Nevada and beyond. Somersett is now recognized one of the premier places to live in Reno and is emerging as a successful model for common interest communities.

This is not to say that our amenities are the nicest or most luxurious anywhere, or that our community offerings are without equal. With enough money, there will always be places that have more. But in terms of what we do have, including the budget and level of assessments, we are highly optimized to make the very most of what Somersett has become over the last 20 years.

The result of the current trajectory has been more open channels and better communication. It has produced closer oversight and collaboration with our vendors, contractors, and partners which in turn has reduced waste and produced better results. Tighter fiscal controls have enabled Somersett to be one of the few major HOA’s to hold the line on assessments with no increases this year for our major cost centers. (1) We currently cultivate productive cooperation with our Golf and Country Club instead of pursuing incompatible goals. That has enabled a cooperative effort for the maintenance of our own C-9 Golf Course which has never looked better. In terms of our legal policies, we concentrate our legal resources on reducing liability and obtaining guidance on proper policy instead of conducting litigation, and this has reduced legal cost by 94% from past periods.(2)

Somersett was the only HOA in the nation to earn a US Forest Service Grant for wildfire management and this has added millions of dollars to our wildfire reduction efforts. (3) We are enlisting further cooperation and funding from related entities, both government and private. We are successfully working with the city on roadways and development issues which affect homeowners in Somersett.

We have realigned our emphasis around the proper use of homeowner funds and focused on the overall needs of the community as a whole. Rather than a loose interpretation and adherence to the rules and statute, we now have proper adherence and compliance which lowers our risks and enhances safety. All while “organizing and encouraging community and special events which enhance the concept and feeling of community for Somersett or promote Somersett as an attractive living environment.” This quoted directive comes directly from our CC&R document. (4)

With over 8,000 residents in Somersett across a great diversity of needs and preferences it becomes impossible to

please everyone all the time. There is a constant requirement to balance homeowner needs with the equitable offering of available resources. We have a written roadmap to guide us through the state statutes and our Governing Documents which assure consistency and dependability, and which define our community standards and homeowner rules. Still, much comes down to the judgment and the commitment of our community representatives.

We all have different needs and there is a chance that at one point or another you may become unhappy with the SOA. When that happens, let’s talk. (Let’s talk even if you are happy!) This Board wishes to consider and respect every homeowner and is adept at listening and exploring creative solutions. As we work with you, bear in mind that our efforts must be within the context of the rules of the Association, and the fiduciary duty to provide equal representation, and “best business judgment” on behalf of the Association. Sometimes you’ll need to meet us halfway. When your requests run up against contrary needs of other homeowners, or the limitations of the rules, you may not get all you ask for. The key to having a cohesive and harmonious community of thousands of people is through compromise, and through courtesy. Remember that while we have different needs, we also have common interests that bind us into a single community. This is where an underlying respect for your neighbors plays a central role.

Behind all this there is a small cadre of dedicated people who manage about 50 concurrent mission-critical tasks at any given time. It’s a precise symphony of constant workflow, proper priority, and coordinated effort. The Board members whom you elect and who serve as unpaid volunteers assume ultimate responsibility and set policy. These five representatives work for the homeowners. Yet when it comes to getting things done, they are the “what”.

An elected Board of Directors is the required structure for every HOA. But what makes Somersett different is that which comes next. With your support, Somersett has moved away from outside for-profit corporate management. This can work in some situations but is rarely productive in larger communities. Conceptually, an outside concern isn’t invested in the goals and ideals of the community, preferring instead to set the agenda and limit Board influence. They report to a corporate entity and a necessary part of their mission is to produce a profit for their company. This kind of management stands apart from homeowners and elected representatives, while at the same time, indemnifying themselves of all responsibility for their actions and decision. This removes their accountability, without which an unfocused and sometimes improper direction can occur. When you step back this is certainly a strange arrangement!

Instead, two years ago Somersett overwhelmingly supported internal professional management. Within this structure management is squarely on the same team. They work for the elected representatives of homeowners. If the Board is the “what” (concept) then management is the “how” (execution). Professional licensed management also advises the Board on best practices and how to remain legal under the law and proper under the rules. Much of the progress we’ve seen in the last couple of years has been because we reap the benefits of robust and adept internal professional management. Witnessing this success, two other sister Associations the “Village” and the “Vue” have both transitioned over to our professional management team, with great improvements to budgets, operations, and fiscal health.

Your home is likely your biggest investment. Its reassuring to know that your home is located in a stable ongoing community where you can depend on proficient management, fair and equitable oversight, and a constant eye on your hardearned assessment dollars. Life isn’t perfect, but when we all pull together and chip in, it will be the best it can be. And that makes Somersett a great place to call home!

Somersett Golf & Country Club

Country Club Golf Shop Hours

May Tuesday-Friday: 7:30 am-6:30 pm

Saturday-Sunday: 7 am-6:30 pm

May Tuesday-Friday: 7 am-7 pm

Saturday-Sunday: 6:30 am-7 pm

Community Driving Range Hours

May Tuesday-Sunday: 8 am-5:30 pm

June Tuesday-Sunday: 8 am-6 pm

Country Club First Tee Times

May 8 am Tuesday-Friday

7:30 am Saturday-Sunday

Closed Monday

June 7:30 am Tuesday-Friday

7 am Saturday-Sunday

Closed Monday

Golf Tip

Bocce Ball Court Hours

May Tuesday-Sunday: 8 am-6 pm**

June Tuesday-Sunday: 8 am-7 pm**

**May play until dusk if in possession of own bocce balls

For those interested in playing bocce please note there is a grooming rake/brush located on the outside wall of the golf shop. Bocce balls and scoreboards may be checked out from the golf shop staff during operating hours.

Play the Tom Kite-designed Championship Country Club Course

Remember all Somersett Residents have access to playing the Championship

Country Club Course 6 times per year per SOA/Country Club agreement – 4 times you may schedule a tee time and 2 times as a guest of a member. Each resident may book up to a foursome of players at our accompanied guest rate of $125 per player. This includes green fee, driving range usage and golf cart. We take tee times for Somersett Residents four days in advance at 787-1800 Ext 2.

Driving Range – PLEASE READ

Somersett Residents have both complimentary & fee-based access to the Somersett G&CC Driving Range. We encourage you to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity. It is available Tuesday thru Sunday & CLOSED TO ALL

By Stuart Smith – PGA Director of Golf

Controlling your wedge distances

It’s spring – time to play the Canyon 9. What is the best way to control distance from short range to the green?

1. First, you must understand the distances you hit the ball with all of your wedges in your bag on a full swing. A player more than likely has at least three wedges. I carry four. The distance you should learn is CARRY distance. Once you chart those distances you have a starting point. You must use all your wedges in your bag – not just a Pitching Wedge. Your Gap, Sand, and Lob Wedges provide distance control in and of themselves. If they are 4 degrees difference it will equate to +/- 10 yards per club. When you are charting your wedges, you want to make 1/2 shots, ¾ shots, and full shots with all of your wedges. Take note of your trajectory as well – certain clubs and trajectories will be better with different green types and pin locations.

2. Your tempo for a less-than-full shot is 2:1. (Full swing is 3:1) This puts the emphasis on a positive strike through the ball and encourages a complete finish. To practice this, recite a two-syllable word on the backswing and a one-syllable word on the through swing (you have to recite at the same speed though). Example – AP-PLE-PIE or PIZ-ZA-PIE

3. Control distance with length of backswing. This, with adhering to the 2:1 tempo, will allow you to start seeing different distances without hitting the ball “easy” or “hard.” A shorter backswing will be slower than a longer backswing, however, they should take the same amount of time. Your

through-swing will reflect this as well when reciting the one-syllable word. A longer backswing will equate to a faster through swing whereas a shorter backswing will equate to a slower through-swing. Consistent tempo will lead to better distance control with your wedges.

4. Benchmark a couple of backswing lengths with all your wedges and chart what carry distances you are getting. This will help you take it to the course.

5. Limit the weight transfer on less-than-full shots and keep more weight on your lead foot. This will ensure that you get a good clean strike of the ball. I like to hit shots as if my feet have grown roots into the ground. I may even twist my knees outward as I address the ball to get a little tension between the ground and feet/lower body.

6. Make sure you hinge your wrists on the backswing. This will help the club travel down through the ball.

7. Lastly, you still must turn your chest through to the target. If you are accelerating the club through the ball with a 2:1 tempo you will be successful with this. Remember – the ball gets in the way of the club head. There is no need to hit at the ball.

Always work to improve your skill set. If your skill is where you want it – Enjoy!

Need help? Our professional staff at the country club is anxious to get you on your way to better golf. You won’t find a more experienced teaching crew in all of Reno. Give us a call at 775-787-1800, Ext 2.

ACTIVITY ON MONDAYS. In season (midApril thru October) there is no charge for residents to hit off the matted surfaces. The majority of the time this will be on the north side of the driving range however on rare occasions we will be on mats on the south side and you will be welcome to utilize that side. Our service attendants will provide shuttle service or you are permitted to walk to what is the back of the driving range. We do not allow private carts access due to the one lane path traveling back and forth. The golf balls will be staged there for you. Off season (November thru mid-April) the north side of the driving range is closed and all play is from the mats on the south side.

As a Somersett resident you do have access to the turf tee. There is a $15/person fee that must be paid in the golf shop prior to your usage. You will be provided a receipt in the golf shop to give to the range attendant. Access to the putting and chipping area is allowed only by paying the $15/person fee – no exceptions. Utilizing the turf tee and practice areas without paying the fee will result in lost privileges for the remainder of the current season. Juniors MUST be

accompanied by an adult.

Men, please remember our simple dress code of no denim, no jogging suits, collared golf shirts and caps worn forward at all times. For the ladies no denim, no jogging suits, no spaghetti strapped tops, bare midriffs, short shorts. Proper footwear such as golf shoes or tennis shoes is required.

Learn to Golf - Adult

Saturday, May 4,11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22 11:00am – 12:15pm

$20/clinic

RSVP 4 days prior to clinic 3 minimum; 12 maximum Engage in the game of a lifetime – GOLF. We are here to get you ready to play. Building on the success of last year’s Learn to Golf Program that was very well received. Rob Dugan, PGA Professional along with the staff of Country Club PGA Professionals will be instructing this beginner/intermediate class. Whether you are a former golfer looking to dust off your clubs and brush up on your fundamentals OR someone eager to learn for the first time this is a great program. A typical session will include clinic style instruction as well as time for individual help from instructors. Over the course of each month we will cover all aspects of the game including full swing, putting, short game and on course playing instruction. This program will run through the season with a projected end date of September 28. Please sign up with the golf shop staff a minimum of 4 days prior to clinic time. The golf shop may be reached at 787-1800 Ext 2. All of us are excited for the 2024 golf season!

Somersett Events

MAY

Green Waste Disposal

Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 12

Dumpsters will be placed in the Aspen Lodge parking lot for free disposal of yard waste. No household trash, please!

Kids’ Movie Night

Friday, May 17, 5:30-8:30 pm  $15/child; ages 5-12

Your child will enjoy kid-friendly foods while watching a movie with their friends. They are welcome to dress in PJs and bring a pillow and a comfy blanket!

Pre-registration is required for this event!

This event is exclusive to members of the Club at Town Center.

Saturdays in the Sierras

Saturday, May 11

Meet at the Club at 10 am

The location is to be determined

Join Linda and your neighbors for an exhilarating hiking adventure in our beautiful mountains. Bring your own water, sunscreen, and snack. These outings are carpooling events, weather permitting. Limited spots available! Register on Somersett.org.

This event is exclusive to members of the Club at Town Center.

Plant Sale & Fundraiser

Saturday, May 18, 10 am to noon

At Somersett West Park

The SOA’s Community Garden Committee will sell tomatoes and other plants to raise money for the Community Garden at Somersett West Park. Plants are chosen for their ability to thrive in Northwest Reno’s short growing season and sometimes unpredictable climate. Last year our gardeners sold out so be sure to get there early! Cash only, please.

Blood Drive

Saturday, May 25, 10 am-2 pm

Did you know that by donating blood, you can save up to three lives? And on May 25, you can donate right here in Somersett when the Vitalant Bloodmobile parks in the Club at Town Center lot. To sign up, call 775329-6451.

Summer Kick Off

Monday, May 27, 8:30 am-8:30 pm

Mark your calendar to help us kick off summer at Somersett!

Here’s the schedule (subject to change):

8:30 am: Closest-to-the-Hole Contest on the Canyon Nine (open to Sierra Canyon residents)

10 am: Pool opens

10:30 am: Pickleball Round Robin

11 am- 3 pm: Kids’ challenges with prizes and more!

1-4 pm: Winter Light performs (poolside)

4:30-7:30 pm: Battleground performs (poolside)

5 pm: Adult Happy Hour Social with drinks and snacks in the Great Room. Please note: This event is open to Club members only except where noted. No guests are permitted.

Fireside S’mores

Every Sunday of Summer

May 26-Sept. 1 | 6:30 pm | Free

Join us for family pool time and fireside s’mores. The fire will be lit from 6:30 until 8:30 pm. Available while supplies last.

This event is open to Club members only.

JUNE

Sparkling Wine, Paella, and Jazz

Saturday, June 8, 6-9 pm

On the patio behind the Club at Town Center (weather permitting)

Join us for this effervescent party featuring sparkling wine, tapas, 3 authentic paellas, a churro bar, and music by Mighty Mike Shermer.

Chef Tim Meevasin was classically trained in Spain and will present three beautiful paellas in his supersized pans: Seafood Mixta, Classic Valencia (chicken and sausage), and Vegan Wild Mushroom Paellas.  You are welcome to try all three!  Chef Tim and his sous will prepare the tapas on-site and serve them personally.  Chef Tim loves to interact with his guests, and he invites you to watch him prepare his masterpieces!

Be sure to come to this event in something that sparkles.  It will be an evening to remember!

Tickets: $70 - check the Events Calendar on Somersett.org for a ticket link.

Open to: All Somersett residents, including those who live in Sierra Canyon. Adults only, please.

Somersett Events

Saturdays in the Sierras

Saturday, June 8

Meet at the Club at 10 am

The location is to be determined

Join Linda and your neighbors for an exhilarating hiking adventure in our beautiful mountains. Bring your own water, sunscreen, and snack. These outings are carpooling events, weather permitting. Limited spots available! Register on Somersett.org.

This event is exclusive to members of the Club at Town Center.

Pool Movie Night

Friday, June 14, 7:30-10 pm

Bring your water floats and watch a family-friendly film from the Play Pool during our outdoor community movie night! The slide will be shut down and the pool deck will be for eventgoers only. This event is open to everyone. Free.

This event is exclusive to members of the Club at Town Center.

BBQ Poolside Potluck (all ages)

Saturday, June 15, 6-9 pm

Bring a dish to share and come together with friends and neighbors to enjoy this community potluck.  This event is free, but an RSVP is required. This event is open to all ages. Alcohol will be available for purchase at the Pool House.

This event is exclusive to members of the Club at Town Center.

Music on the Green

Saturday, June 22 | 5-8 pm

For our first Music of the Green of the season, we are excited to welcome Nevada 445 to our outdoor stage on Hole 1 of Canyon Nine playing a mix of classic and new country.The band was voted winner of the 2023 Battle of the Bands for best local country band. We will also have guest food trucks and the camaraderie of your Somersett friends and neighbors. This event is free and open to ALL Somersett residents.

Canyon Nine Golf Tournament

Saturday, June 29

11 am shotgun start (please arrive a few minutes early to allow time to go to your starting hole) | $35 per player

Sign-ups start in mid-May. Singleplayer entry.

Join us in celebrating Somersett’s wonderful Par-3 Canyon Nine Golf Course with this fun tournament.

Check out all the new course improvements and enjoy the day with your fellow neighbors. This will be a stroke-play event with Closestto-the-Pin contests on 3 separate holes. Winners of the tournament and Closest-to-the-Pin contests will receive prizes.

Drinks and snacks will be provided throughout the event and after play, participants will enjoy a meal from the Pool House.

This event is open to all Somersett residents.

Happy Hour at the Gathering Bar

4-6 pm on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from 4-6 pm

The Great Room of the Club at Town Center

The Club at Town Center’s Gathering Bar is open for Happy Hour and it’s all about bringing residents together for good times and great company. Prices are reasonable: $3 for a beer and $4 for a glass of wine. The bar is staffed by community volunteers -

thank you! Bar snacks are available at no cost.

Happy Hour is open to members of The Club at Town Center. Bar service will be closed during some events.

SAVE THE DATE

Fourth of July Bash (Club members only)

Thursday, July 4, 12-4 pm

Join us poolside as we celebrate the red, white, and blue! Enjoy live music and games for all ages, including water volleyball and water basketball. Please note, the Club closes at 6 pm on July 4. No guests are permitted on this holiday.

This event is not open to Sierra Canyon residents.

5th Annual Somersett Car Show

Saturday, July 20

8 am-2 pm

Come check out all the cool and classic vehicles at our fourth annual Somersett Car Show! While you are oohing and ahhing at all of the cars, enjoy live music by the Sun Rays on the big stage and nosh on delicious food from guest food trucks and Town Center restaurants. There will be activities for the kids, too. Don’t miss this!

Canyon Nine Golf Course is a private course for the enjoyment of Somersett residents and their guests (including our sub-associations, The Village, The Vue, and Sierra Canyon). Play is free for residents; $10 for their guests.

This executive par 3 walking course is the perfect choice for learning the game or a quick nine after work. No tee times are required. Play is first-come, first-served.

Winter at Canyon Nine: Play is weather-dependent. Please do not use the greens for sledding, snowboarding, and other winter activities because it may harm the turf.

Golf course reminders:

Canyon Nine users should remember these important rules.

• Players must start from Hole #1. Starting on any other hole is not permitted.

• Please help maintain bunkers by entering at the shallowest point and raking the bunker.

• Repair all ball marks on the green and divots.

• Individuals using the Canyon Nine trails shall keep

their dogs on leashes at all times and promptly remove their dog’s waste.

Golf bag tags

Do you have your Somersett golf bag tag? The tag helps us identify residents from non-residents and allows you to get right to your game with no need to check in before you play. Get your free tag by filling out the form on Somersett.org/Canyon-Nine-Golf (create form and link to it on this page)

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The Club at Town Center Reminders

Entering the Club

Club doors are always locked and access is available to Club members from 5 am to 9 pm via an access card, fob, or app. The outer doors will be open on weekdays from 8 am to 5 pm, allowing entry to the vestibule where an intercom is located. Thank you for helping us preserve this facility for the use of residents only!

Front Desk

The Front Desk is staffed from 9 am to 6 pm daily, with a break for lunch from 1-2 pm.

Don’t have an access card?

If you don’t yet have an access card, fob, or the app (your choice), please email to soa@somersett.org to obtain a waiver form. Once you fill out the form and send it back to us, staff will arrange to give you a key fob, key card, or a link to the app (your choice) which we will activate once your residency is authenticated.

Guest passes

The Board has approved 10 free guest passes for each Club at Town Center member household. The passes are good through Dec. 31, 2024, excluding the holidays of Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day.

Households may bring up to four guests at one time for a maximum of 10 visits per guest. Members must always accompany guests. Pick up your passes at the Front Desk.

Please, don’t hold the door for others

Remember, when entering the Club, each member should use his or her access card/fob or app to unlock the door for members of his or her household. Please do not hold the door open to allow additional people to enter. Violation of this policy could result in your access being revoked.

Tennis Courts and Lap Pool

You may use your access card to open gates at the Tennis Courts or Lap Pool. You still need to reserve a tennis or pickleball court on Somersett.org. All guest must check in with the front desk staff and pay any associated fees.

RSVP Policy

Please remember to RSVP for programs by the deadline listed so we can ensure that enough supplies and staff are available. All fees are due at the time of reservation. Unless stated otherwise, cancellations must be made 48 hours before an event to receive a refund. No refunds will be given for no-shows. Unless noted, all events are for

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Somersett Country Club

The 18-hole Championship Country Club Golf Course was designed by U.S. Champion Tom Kite. Memberships available at 775-787-1800 or www.SomersettGolfandCountryClub.com.

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Amenities

THE CLUB AT TOWN CENTER A 22,000 square foot, 9 million dollar facility which includes the Canyon Nine par 3 golf course, 27 miles of hiking and biking trails.

POOLS/SPAS A resort pool with a 98 foot water slide, three lane junior Olympic pool and two full spas.

THE GREAT ROOM Enjoy a sunset, relax with a book in front of the fireplace, check your e-mail from your laptop on the wireless network or watch the golfers on the Canyon Nine from the outdoor deck.

AEROBICS STUDIO Cardio kick boxing, sculpting, spinning, yoga or pilates classes wor sign up with a personal trainer.

CARDIO-WEIGHT STUDIO Elliptical exercise bikes or treadmills available

SPORTS COURT/INDOOR BASKETBALL game of hoops or watch a production Sports Court is truly a multipurpose room three basketball hoops, hardwood floors, stage. B

Somersett Homeowners Golf Course

The Canyon Nine is an executive nine-hole par 3 course designed by U.S. Champion Tom Kite. It is the perfect place for learning the game or enjoying a quick round after work. The course is an amenity for all residents of Somersett, including those living in Sierra Canyon by Del Webb. boxing, body classes available... Elliptical trainers, for strength training. BASKETBALL Play a

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Note: One of the goals of the Somersett Wildfire Mitigation plan is to encourage residents to become CERT certified (CERT stands for Community Emergency Response Team). The free program trains in essential disaster response skills and empowers residents to stand ready when emergencies strike. We thought you’d like to hear from a resident who has been a member of CERT since 2010. A big thank you to Sandy Petersen of Sierra Canyon for providing insight into her experience. Find information about upcoming CERT trainings on page 26.

Occupation: Retired

Originally from: Northern California

Why CERT? When I moved to Sierra Canyon, I learned they were offering a CERT Academy to our residents. I signed up for it and then joined Washoe County CERT and have been an active member since May 2010. I have donated over 8000 hours through 2023. I was one of the Team Leaders when we had a CERT team here in Del Webb.

Learnings from the CERT program: The Academy covers how to protect your home and family; how to use fire extinguishers; how CERT works - family first, then your neighbors, then your community; how to do a search (house/building and open field); how to do first aid and set up and operate a treatment area; how to use a tourniquet; how to document for FEMA. It’s great training and leaves you much better prepared in the event of an emergency.

Advice for someone thinking about going to the training: There is no commitment to join when you attend the CERT Academy, it is just for your own use. However, once you’ve completed the Academy, if you wish to join CERT and help your community, you are free to do so. Another Del Webb resident and her husband attended the first three sessions of the CERT Academy a number of years ago and dropped out because they felt it wasn’t what they were looking for. Several years later that neighbor came by my house to let me know they had a small fire in their home and were able to extinguish the fire because of what they had learned about fighting small fires in the CERT Academy.

Greatest accomplishment in CERT: I’m only one person and I’ve been activated in CERT many times over the past 13 years. We were activated for the Stead Airport accident and we went to the Regional Emergency Operations Center (REOC) to answer phones at the call center there. We got calls from all over the world from people looking for someone who was at the Reno Air Races or might have been there and the caller hadn’t been able to reach them. I answered calls and entered the data into a system in the computer for follow-up. We were relieved about 1 a.m. by a second group and ended up with over 1700 names in the database. We then worked with the coordinators to clear the database over the next 5 days making sure all had been found.

Sandy Petersen

I’ve knocked on doors in the Red Rock area in the wee hours of the morning letting people know there was a wildfire coming their way and finding out if they were going to evacuate or not.

I spent nearly 1000 hours during COVID handling paperwork and directing traffic at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center where the Washoe County Health Department was administering COVID tests and later on, vaccines.

All of these activations were necessary and helped our community and were accomplishments!

Favorite activities: In CERT- just knowing you’re helping your neighbors. Personal -completing jigsaw puzzles.

Family? My immediate family members live in Northern California and we talk and visit all the time. I do have cousins living here in Reno and outside of Elko.

Something people might be surprised to know about you: I have a commercial pilot’s license for single-engine planes and flew in the transcontinental Powder Puff Derby in 1973. I have also visited all 7 continents.

Meet Your Neighbor: Danielle Williams

Danielle Williams, along with her husband Simon and daughter Stella, have lived in Somersett since 2020. They enjoy access to the outdoors that living in Somersett affords, and that appreciation for nature extends into Danielle’s profession.

Danielle is the Director of Philanthropy for the Truckee Donner Land Trust, just up Interstate 80. She fundraises to protect open space in the northern Sierra, and to make those natural places available for the public to enjoy.

“Simon and I have always brought people along with us on outdoor adventures,” Danielle said. “We make sure our friends can get excited about being in the natural environment. We encourage them to challenge themselves physically, too. Simon is my best partner in those adventures, often inspired by his work at The Nature Conservancy.”

For Danielle, time in nature is more than a hobby – it’s a necessity. She has lived with congenital heart disease that required four open-heart surgeries, so getting out in wild places is important to her health and well-being.

Her friends are quick to point out that she has a keen eye for the small things on a hike, whether it’s spotting an unusual insect or a rare flower along the trail.

“I’ve often observed interesting things around me because I’ve had to stop to catch my breath and slow my heart rate down –it’s a blessing in disguise!” Danielle said.

Danielle joined the Truckee Donner Land Trust after working with other organizations including the National Geographic Society and the Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum. In her time at the Land Trust, she has raised funds for protecting open space, conducting forest health and restoration projects on the Land Trust’s lands, and for trail projects to get people out on those lands.

“Some of my favorite experiences since working at the Land Trust have been enjoying the biodiversity of Lower Carpenter Valley, going to our Frog Lake Backcountry Huts with friends and family, and learning how to identify wildflowers along Elizabethtown Meadows,” she said.

Since 1990, the Land Trust has protected more than 40,000 acres of open space, manages 50 miles of trail, and runs the Frog Lake Backcountry Huts and Webber Lake Campground.

“I love the Land Trust because of its mission to Protect AND Enjoy, its deep partnerships with other organizations, and my awesome colleagues. It’s my joy to help our supporters connect their love of the Sierra with their philanthropic goals,” Danielle said.

If you run into Danielle around the neighborhood, she’s always happy to talk about the unique open spaces the Land Trust has protected or suggest some trails for you to explore.

“I imagine a lot of my neighbors have already enjoyed some of the places we’ve protected and may not even know it,” Danielle said. “I am passionate about talking to people who are looking for ways to support the protection of the places they’ve come to love. Land Trust lands are also great places to take growing families, whether its an overnight trip to Frog Lake, or seeing the wildflowers in Lacey Meadows. Plus, much of the watershed and forestry restoration work we do in the Sierra benefits the Truckee River and the communities that depend on its fresh water.”

The Truckee Donner Land Trust is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that protects open space by buying land from private owners, supported through donations and grants. To learn more about the Land Trust’s work, go to truckeedonnerlandtrust.org, or check out other great conservation organizations in our area: the Nevada Land Trust (nevadalandtrust.org) or The Nature Conservancy’s Nevada offices here in Reno (nature.org).

Susan Nasir

Susan Nasir’s involvement in volunteering at Reno Rescue on Tuesday mornings is not just a commitment; it’s a meaningful connection to her community and a source of personal fulfillment. As part of a dedicated group of Sierra Canyon residents, Susan contributes her time and energy to setting up and assisting riders during their sessions. Their responsibilities include ensuring the safety of riders and horses alike, offering support and guidance along the way.

But it’s not all work and no play. After the sessions, Susan and her fellow volunteers indulge in a well-deserved coffee outing, turning their volunteering experience into a cherished social ritual. “It’s a nice social time,” Susan remarks, emphasizing the camaraderie and sense of community that accompanies their service.

Yet, for Susan, the benefits of extend beyond social interaction. solace and therapeutic value in surroundings and the gentle presence

the horses. “We’re out there in a beautiful area,” she reflects, highlighting the tranquil environment as a source of comfort and rejuvenation.

Despite Susan’s lifelong familiarity with horses, she emphasizes that prior experience is not a prerequisite for volunteering. Even those without horse-related expertise can find meaningful ways to contribute. “There are things that are needed such as opening a gate that people with no horse experience can do,” Susan explains, emphasizing the inclusive nature of the volunteering opportunity.

In essence, Susan’s journey exemplifies the profound impact of community engagement and the transformative power of service. Through her involvement with Reno Rescue, enriches the lives of others but personal fulfillment, camaraderie, solace amidst the beauty of the gentle companionship

Sports, Fitness & Wellness Classes

Fitness class and court reservations

Somersett.org is your go-to place to make reservations for fitness classes, sports court, and tennis and pickleball courts. If you haven’t done it yet, it’s easy! Here are some tips.

Here’s how to reserve a spot:

1. Make sure you are logged in to the site

2. Under the Amenities tab, select Amenity Reservations

3. Select the court you’d like to reserve from the dropdown menu (for outdoor pickleball, you have the option of seeing the availability of all four courts at once)

4. On the calendar, select the date you want to reserve

5. The available times will be displayed as white. If a court time is not available, the field will be gray or marked by lines. Click on the time you want to book.

6. Click “Submit’’ on the next screen

7. You will receive an email confirmation

Can’t make your court time? Here’s how to cancel your registration

1. Make sure you are logged in to the site

2. Under the Amenities tab, select Amenity Reservations

3. Click on “My Reservations’’ at the top right of the screen

4. Find the date/time you want to cancel and select “Delete,’’ then hit OK

How to reserve a fitness class

1. Make sure you are logged in to the site

2. Go to the Calendar (under the Events tab)

3. Under Category, change “View All” to “Fitness Classes” (this step is not necessary, but it makes classes easier to find)

4. Find the date and class you want to register for and click on it

5. Click on “Register for this Event”

6. Select “Yes” under “Will you be attending?’’

7. You will receive an email confirming your registration

How to cancel your registration

1. Follow steps 1-3 above

2. Find the Fitness Class you would like to cancel and click on it (make sure you have the right date)

3. Click on “Register for this Event’’

4. Under “Will you be attending?” change “Yes” to “No”

5. Hit the Submit button

Please note: Registration for fitness classes is available about two weeks in advance of the class date.

Fitness Questions

For information about our free classes, fitness equipment, personal training and pricing, please visit our website at www.somersett.org or contact Luc Fabre at

Luc.Fabre@mysomersett.com. If you are new or simply curious about our strength-training equipment, call today to arrange a complimentary fitness orientation.

Fitness Class Descriptions

Hatha Yoga: Using body postures, breathing techniques, and meditation techniques to bring about a healthy body and a clear, peaceful mind.

HIIT & Run: Prepare to burn calories in this high-intensity interval training class.

HIIT & Tone: Thirty minutes of high-intensity rounds to boost your cardiovascular health and 30 minutes of toning exercises to improve your strength, balance, and coordination.

Integrated Yoga: Greet the morning slowly and methodically with deep stretching and mindful yoga practice, including meditative awareness.

Muscle Mix: A full-body workout mixing it up with all kinds of equipment ranging from weights to straps to balls and kettlebells to ropes.

Power Cycle: A full-body cardio and strength class switching back and forth from the spin bike to the ground for weights

Tight & Tone: With an emphasis on the core and lower body, this class will include body weight, mat, and band exercises.

Total Body Toning: Improve your strength, balance, and coordination by utilizing light weights and floor work. All fitness levels are welcome.

TRX Body Sculpt: A low-intensity, full-body sculpting class using the TRX suspension straps and weights, ending with a few minutes to relax and stretch out all the muscles.   TRX Circuit: A full-body, high-intensity circuit class split into four stations: TRX, spin, and two weight circuits.   TRX Power Hour: A high-intensity, full-body hour workout using the TRX suspension straps and weights.

Pickleball

Outdoors on Tennis Court 2 (four courts available)

Indoors in the Sports Court

Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. Even if you’ve never played this beginner-friendly game before, come on out and join in the fun!

Reservations are necessary. Reserve your court on www. somersett.org.

Personal Training

Personal training is a great way to get personalized fitness routines designed to increase your performance and get results. Whether you are new to the gym, coming back after some time off, or want to shake up your normal routine, our trainers can help you work out safely and efficiently.

Christy Santos

Christy is an accredited Personal Trainer through the American Sports & Fitness Association. She is experienced in a multitude of aspects of training and looks forward to helping individuals reach their personal fitness goals. Reach out to Christy at christye5@aol.com.

Pricing

1 session: $65/hour

6 sessions: $375

10 sessions: $600

12 sessions: $720

Club Fitness Schedule

Age Limits in the Gym

Children under 14 years of age are not permitted to use the fitness facilities, including the fitness room and group fitness classes. Children ages 14-17 MUST complete a fitness waiver and meet with a member of Club staff regarding fitness etiquette prior to using the fitness center or aerobics classes.

Massage & Spa

Massage is a terrific way to reduce stress, relax, disconnect for a while, and do something nice for your body. Even a single massage session has been shown to significantly lower heart rate, cortisol, and insulin levels - all of which help reduce daily stress and lead to a more balanced life.

The Club at Town Center’s massage therapist Linda Morgan (Lic. #6696) is available to give you a customized massage based on your individual needs. Linda’s specialties include soft and deep tissue massage, relaxation, rejuvenation, and sports stretching techniques. She also offers lymphatic and Reflexology treatments. Additionally, Linda is a certified yoga instructor who can help design a home routine that will help bring relief to your problem areas.

So, why not treat yourself and schedule a massage today!

For more information, pick up a brochure at the front desk.

Massages are open to ALL Somersett residents, including Sierra Canyon.

May/Jun 2024

POOL INFO

2024 SUMMER POOL INFO

The pools are an amenity for members of the Club at Town Center.

Play Pool, Slide and Lower Spa

The Play Pool will open for the season on Saturday, May 27, from 10 am to 8:30 pm.

Lap Pool

Lap Swim is a shared space. All lap swimmers are expected to share the pool. Please circle-swim when necessary, since no lane capacities are in place.

The Lap Pool and Upper Spa are currently open during the following hours:

Monday – Friday: 6 am-8 pm

Saturday – Sunday: 7 am-8 pm

Lap swim times starting May 27:

Monday, Wednesday: 6 am – 10 am

Tuesday, Thursday: 6 am – 9 am, 10 am - 11 am

Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 7 am - 11 am

Lap Swim Etiquette

Please be courteous to other lap swimmers. Circle swimming is a good rule of thumb when there are multiple swimmers in one lane. Please stay to the right of the blue lane guide.

AquaFit and Aqua HIIT

24 person max

One of our most popular fitness classes is back for another fun, fit summer! Join this invigorating and joint-friendly workout in the Lap Pool. Reservations are required and can be made on Somersett.org

AquaFit

Join instructor Angela from 10-11 am on Mondays and Wednesdays. Starts May 1st.

Aqua HIIT

Linda will give you a high-intensity workout from 9-10 am on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Starts June 4th.

Swim Lessons

We will offer free swim classes every week in the Lap Pool starting June 6. We will also offer summer swim instruction for a fee starting in June. Find more information on the Swim tab on Somersett.org.

Free Swim Lessons:

12 participants; Thursday evening at 5:30 and 6:30 pm; 25 minutes. Each resident may register once per month.

Swim instruction

Group Lessons

2-week sessions: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting June 13

$60/session for members

Session A: June 17-28

Session B: July 8-19

Session C: July 22-August 2

Group lessons are available to resident members of the Club at Town Center. Beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate levels will be offered. Swimmers must be at least 3 years old to participate in group lessons. Lessons are 25 minutes long.

Private Swim Lessons

$40/single lesson

$160 for a package of 5

$220 for a package of 8

Private swim lessons are available to members of The Club at Town Center. Lessons are 30 minutes long. Availability is limited

Register for all swim lessons on Somersett.org or contact Luc Fabre.

Aquatic Rules

— POOL RULES —

1. Hours of operation are set by management.

2. Swimmers are asked to use caution at all times when utilizing the pool areas. Any incidents should be reported to a lifeguard or manager immediately.

3. County regulations require swimmers to shower before entering pools.

4. No diving in any area of the pools.

5. No running and jumping off the side of the pools.

6. No throwing people, adults or children, into the pools from the pool deck.

7. No water guns permitted within pool deck areas.

8. No large rafts or inflatables are permitted without approval from management.

9. No balls of any kind are permitted in the pools.

10. Non-aquatic toys are not permitted in the pools.

11. Kickboards are permitted for use as swimming aids and/or swimming instruction.

12. Diving rings and other pool-specific toys are permitted.

13. No pets allowed within pool deck areas. Exceptions will be made for guide animals.

14. No outside decorations will be permitted, including streamers, balloons, and confetti.

15. Temporary shade structures are limited to outdoor personal umbrellas. No tents, canopies or other similar personal shade structures will be permitted on the pool deck.

16. Lap Pool: Lap pool has designated times specific to lap swimming; those hours will be determined by staff. When not in use for lap swim, the pool is used for ‘free swim,’ to accommodate more swimmers and more accessibility for members.

17. Children using flotation devices must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Children under the age of 6 must be closely supervised by an accompanying adult.

18. Children who are not bathroom dependent must wear designated swim diaper. The club reserves the right to ask a child be removed from the water if not wearing a swim diaper. Proper bathing suits are required for swimming. No cut off shorts or thongs allowed.

19. The pool furniture is not to be removed from its location on the pool deck.

Food and Drinks at the Pool

20. Members are not permitted to bring in outside coolers larger than 12”x12”x12” without management approval. Management reserves the right to inspect coolers.

21. No glass containers of any kind are permitted on pool deck.

22. No food or drink allowed in the pool or consumed sitting on the side of the pool. Food and drinks must be consumed away from pool or poolside.

Lifeguard Authority

23. Lifeguard’s instructions must be obeyed by members and guests for maximum safety. Failure to follow rules will result in members being required to leave.

24. Refrain from talking to lifeguards while they are on the stands.

Management

25. Management may reserve portions of the pool deck for Club sponsored parties and events.

26. Persons with skin disorders may be denied use of the pool.

27. Management may immediately suspend member’s pool privileges for a period up to 30 days for members disrespecting employees, lifeguards, security personnel, including management or violating any of the Rules or Regulations, including disrespect shown to fellow members or their guests,

causing a disturbance, displaying or conveying threatening behavior, cursing, abusive conduct, or otherwise displaying behavior that is disruptive to others.

— SLIDE RULES —

1. Swimmers must stay clear of the catch pool and slide exit area. Do not reach into the slide from the deck area.

2. Riders must exit the catch pool immediately after use. No diving from side into the catch pool.

3. Children less than 48 inches tall who are unable to swim may only use the slide with a person of an age greater than 15 years old.

4. Parents may assist their child out of the water in the catch pool if necessary, but they cannot stand in front of the slide to catch their child. Parents may wait at the steps if needed.

5. Only one person at a time is allowed down the slide, excluding a person of an age greater than 15 years old and one small child as described above.

6. Walk up the steps and make sure the catch pool is empty before beginning slide run.

7. Riders must go down on their back with their feet first.

8. No flotation devices of any kind are permitted on the slide, including those in bathing suits.

9. No goggles, sunglasses, hats, or any object that may fall off into the water permitted on the slide.

— SPA RULES —

1. For the safety of users, the Lower Spa capacity is 15 swimmers at a time.

2. Children under 12 years of age should not use the spa for more than 10 consecutive minutes and must be supervised by an adult.

3. Extended exposure to hot water or vapors may be detrimental to the health of elderly people and people with heart conditions, diabetes, or high or low blood pressure.

4. People with skin, ear, genital or other body infections, open sores, or wounds should not use the hot tub because of the possibility of spreading infection.

5. Parents are to warn children not to ingest water in their mouths as this can cause infection and illness.

6. The heat of the hot tub water speeds up the effects of alcohol and can cause sleepiness, dizziness and unconsciousness.

7. Horse playing, diving, splashing, and swimming are not permitted in the spas.

8. Management reserves the right to close the spa for a longer period of time if additional cleaning is needed.

— AQUATIC — WEATHER POLICY

For the safety of members, the Club follows American Red Cross guidelines for thunder and lightning. From the time staff hears thunder or sees lightning, the pool will be cleared for 30 minutes. In the case of lightning, the pool deck must be cleared due to the danger of a strike.

In the case of consistent inclement weather, the Manager will make the decision to close the pool for 2 hour increments to accommodate the ever changing weather patterns. If the weather improves, then the pool will reopen. Pool closing and/or opening times will be communicated.

Rain passes will be issued in the case of inclement weather if the guest signed in less than one hour prior to closure time. The check-in attendant on duty will issue the rain pass to applicable guests. No refunds will be given.

Ice: Management reserves the right to close the pool at any time due to cold temperatures causing ice on the pool deck.

Air Quality: Management reserves the right to close the pools at any time due to poor air quality. If the Air Quality Index reaches 170 or higher, the pools will be closed due to the health and safety of residents and staff.

May 8 Techniques 1

May 9 Vietnamese Pho & Spring Rolls

May 10 Taste of Tuscany

May 11 Mediterranean Salads

May 14 Ravioli Workshop

May 15 Techniques 1

May 16 Southern Table

May 17 Date NightFrench Bistro

May 18 Island Pacific Cuisine

May 21 Kids Cook!

May 22 Kids Cook!

May 23 Girls Night OutSushi

May 29 Techniques 2

May 30 Herbs, spices, oils & vinegars

May 31 Grilling 101

June 4 Summer Multi Cooker

June 5 Techniques 3

June 6 Persian Kitchen

June 12 Techniques 4

June 13 Vegetarian Grill

June 14 Date NightSummer Nights

June 18 Kids Summer W/S

June 19 Kids Summer W/S

June 19 Techniques 5

June 20 Tuscan Grill

June 21 Art of the Grill

June 22 Sauce Workshop

Tray’s Wildfire Protection Update:

The wildfire fuel reduction continues. Since the first of the year, over 40 acres of fuel load has been reduced. In January, 5.77 acres of fuel were removed and mulched on the slopes west of Dove Mountain Court and east of Harvest Hill Lane. In February, 16.72 acres of brush and grass were removed in the area south of the Sierra Canyon Clubhouse, North of Tarleton Way, and East of Del Web Pkwy. In March, a fuel break was established on the south slope along the Gypsy Hill Drive area totaling 16.62 acres. In April we cleared approximately 4 acres above Winter Creek.

18 acres in the canyon east of Morgan Point Ct. north to Dakota Ridge Trail were re-seeded with fire resistive mix as identified in the Community Wildfire Protection Plan for slope stabilization and invasive species prevention.

To date, 64 acres of fuel have been reduced. This equates to 76% of the annual goal. In May we will continue to the canyon east of Eagle Bend. The ephemeral drainage running from the cell towers at the end of Chalk Ridge Ct. south to the Driving Range is comprised of native vegetation forming a continuous fuel bed. We will thin approximately 25 acres of native vegetation below homes and along the drainage channel to create interspaces and break up the continuous fuel bed.

The community will be holding the second vegetation disposal event to assist residents with spring clean-up. Three dumpsters will be available at Sierra Canyon on May 11-12. The first was held at Somersett Town Center on April 28th and proved to be

a big success.

This is a perfect opportunity to clear flammable vegetation away from the immediate zone of your home.

The immediate Zone is 0–5 feet from the furthest attached point of homes. This is typically where fire enters the home through eves or windows. Keeping this area free of combustibles and flammable vegetation such as evergreens, is one major step that can save your home.

You should consider these items:

• Is there dead vegetation, dried leaves, pine needles, and ground debris near foundations?

• Has hardscaping been used around perimeters to keep them free of litter/debris? Are there concrete, stone, or gravel walkways?

• Have wood mulch products been replaced with noncombustible alternatives, such as crushed stone/gravel options?

• Are there trees/shrubs next to the home? Are there branches overhanging or within 10 feet of your roof?

If you cannot make one of the community dumpster events, you may be able to organize a vegetation clean-up event on your street. The Reno Fire Department has a free dumpster delivery program for vegetation cleanup. More information can be found at: www.reno.gov/government/departments/firedepartment

Rules & Regulations Tips

This time of year, you may be thinking about installing some protection from the summer sun in your yard. Here is some guidance from the Association’s Aesthetic Guidelines (section 6.3):

Patio Covers, Pergolas and Arbors

• Patio covers are attached to the home, pergolas are detached, and arbors are detached from the home and smaller in size. Solid roofs are allowed if properly engineered. No corrugated materials are allowed (metal, fiberglass or plastic).

• Proposed shade structures must be designed and plans prepared by an AGC approved residential designer or architect and may also be prepared by a contractor licensed in the State of Nevada.

• Homes visible from public areas as well as the golf courses will be reviewed for how the structure appears from off-site.

• Construction details, color and material shall reflect the architectural style of the home. Height should be in proportion to the home.

• Fixed and roll-out awnings and roller shades must be approved by the AGC. A straight valance is required.

• Temporary shade structures are prohibited per CC&Rs Article IV, Section 45.

• Color and material samples must accompany all AGC submittals for review and approval. Structures should match or serve to enhance the existing home colors and surrounding landscape. Matching the trim or body color is encouraged. Bright white is prohibited.

• All patio cover or pergola posts must be a minimum of 6”x6” (I Beam style Posts that achieve a minimum outer dimension of 6”x6” are also acceptable).

• A picture of the area showing the color of the home and where the trellis is proposed to be installed must be submitted in order for the AGC to determine the suitability of the proposed color.

• Louvered or retractable trellis lattices may be considered for approval on a case-by-case basis. The lattices must be electronically controlled and maintained in an operational status.

Accounting Portal

You can check your account balance, update your contact information, and more through Somersett’s accounting portal: somersett.vmsclientonline.com

How to access the portal: Your username is your account number OR your email of record. If you don’t know your password, click on the Forgot Password link and follow the prompts. If you have any questions, email soa@somersett.org and we will be happy to help you.

Compliance Information

To report a non-compliance, please email soa@somersett.org or call 775-787-4500.

While we do investigate and document each complaint received, we cannot disclose the status of anyone’s account. Should a homeowner not respond to or correct a violation, he or she will be summoned to a hearing and could be suspended from the Club and assessed fines. The Association has a policy not to enter a property unless it is bank owned, and then only to repair front-yard landscaping.

Association Information: On-site office is located at The Club at Town Center. Assessment mailing address: Somersett Owners Association, P.O. Box 98263, Phoenix, AZ 85038-0263.

Association Hours: Monday–Friday: 8 am to 5 pm. Offices will be closed on Memorial Day, May 27.

Somersett Owners Association 2024 Meeting Schedule

Any changes to the meeting dates will be updated online on the SOA Board & Committees Meeting Calendar at www.somersett.org. Executive sessions and Aesthetic Guidelines Committee meetings are not open to residents other than those who are on the agenda. Communications, Facilities, Events, West Park Garden, Finance, and Ad Hoc committee meetings as well as meetings of the Board of Directors are open to all owners and are held at The Club at Town Center. They are also open to members via Zoom.

Meeting Agendas and Minutes

Agendas for Board of Directors’ meetings will be posted online at www.somersett.org at least five days prior to the scheduled meeting. Final minutes will be posted once they have been approved at the next scheduled meeting. For a draft copy of minutes, please submit your request to soa@ somerett.org.

Committee meeting agendas (other than AGC) will be posted on the Meeting Calendar on www.somersett. org when they become available, a few days before the meeting date. Zoom access information is also available on the Meeting Calendar.

May & June Events 2024

Color coding system for events

BLACK: SOA events

BROWN: Events for residents with access to The Club at Town Center.

BLUE: SOA events open to all residents, including Sierra Canyon.

GREEN: Events at the SGCC; open to all residents.

PURPLE: Public events; open to anyone.

PRF Facials | PDO Threads | Sclerotherapy

PRF Hair Restoration | Platysma Bands

Hyperhidrosis Botox | IV Therapy

Vitamin Injections | Botox | Dermal Fillers

Vollure | Voluma | Volbella | Juvéderm XC

Kybella | Laser Skin Refirme

Laser IPL Photo Facial | Laser Hair Removal

Laser Skin Resurfacing | Laser Fat Reduction

Laser Vein Therapy | Laser Body Contour

Micro Needling | Derma Plane | Cosmetic Peels

Treatments

Cards