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April 2017 Picture by Bob Koblewski
Volunteers in Action Vivian Timian, General Manager
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he impact our volunteers make in the community is substantial. This year, with the escalation in minimum wage, there have been significant volunteer efforts in our food and beverage (F&B) areas to offset the increase. Here are just a few of the events that have been orchestrated: Ticketed Events t is well known that our Events Committee handles each Tuesday night trivia game. They also handle all of the ticketed events for F&B. Over the past month that included: Barbeque & Zin Dinner, Valentine’s Day, Dinner Theater Event, Tapas Wine Event and St. Patrick’s Dinner. When the committee handles a ticketed event, they set up sales tables in our lobby area to sell to the residents. After the sales from the Committee are completed, they turn over the process to the front office to sell the remaining tickets. The next step is to assign the tables to the buyers, and then to welcome them and seat them during the event—this is all done by volunteers. We continually send our thanks to the Events Committee: Charlotte James (Chairwoman), Joanne Fairweather, Hedy Gryszan, Peggy Lockwood, Trudy Rossi, Walter Teike, Barb Treick and Linda Wright.
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Eat, Drink and Be Deadly--Dinner Theater oordinated through our Events Committee, the Community Circle Players provided a fun-filled evening as the dinner audience evaluated the events to determine who committed the evil deed. The preparations for the performance were numerous, as each dinner course was timed to arrive during the evening to keep a continuous flow. By the end of the show, the staff & volunteers earned a welldeserved rest. These volunteers performed for three evenings to sold out audiences. Our thanks goes out to the Community Circle Players—Shawne Cryderman, Susan Sterling, Ron Kari, Fran Berman, Ron Andrea, David Fuller, Connie Ward, Karen Moore, Judi Brauns, Casey Domalewski, Don Guillette, Tim Morsani, Fred Lowy, Patty Gregory-Burke & Ed Drager.
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HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION 64500 E. SaddleBrooke Blvd
Volunteers in Action . . . continued from Page 1 Board of Directors and Committee Chair Volunteers Two volunteer residents recently retired from the Board of Directors, along with the chair of the Long Range Planning Committee (LRPC) and the chair of the Unit Rep Committee. Glenn Gage (pictured to the left) began his director term as the Treasurer. He spent his time working with the staff to implement policies regarding fund transfers, banking policies and procurement methods. Glenn also identified the need for an investment team for the Association, which has allowed the interest on Association funds to grow from $10,000 per year to well over $60,000 per year. Thank you, Glenn, for your service. George Grove (pictured below) retired from the Board of Directors where he held the Vice President position in 2016. George understood the municipal structure of Pinal County, and was able to get a quick answer to any question Glenn Gage, Board of Directors through his network within the county/state. George had a watchful eye on developmental projects adjacent to SaddleBrooke and was always 'in the know.' Thank you, George, for your service. Dick Bogen (pictured below) was the chairman of the Long Range Planning Committee (LRPC) this past year. The purpose of the committee was to develop a plan for the community looking 5-10 years out. The plan was presented in the January meeting of the Board of Directors. The Board has George Grove, Board of Directors asked the LRPC to further investigate aspects of the plan to fine tune the costs and benefits. Dick has retired from the committee and we thank him for his service. Trudy Rossi was chair of the Unit Rep Committee in 2016. The Unit Reps are responsible for delivery of the Communicator each month, as well as providing additional Association information to their units. Prior to chairing this committee, Trudy was the secretary of the committee for several years. Trudy has retired Dick Bogen, LRPC from the Unit Rep Committee, but still is a vital contributor through the Events Committee. Thank you, Trudy, for your service. The Board of Directors monitors the SaddleBrooke One committee structure to ensure that we have the committees necessary to support the Board and Management. The Board and Management also ensure committees have meaningful responsibilities to contribute to the success of the community. Certain committees require specialized skills, others require only an interest and desire to make the community better. Please consider completing a committee volunteer form; highlighting the committees you may have an interest in. A vibrant community needs a good blend of experienced individuals coupled with those who bring a fresh point of view. It’s 'Volunteers in Action' that make the community move forward!
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Daily Notes It's a beautiful day in SaddleBrooke! This month it is all about Construction: 1. With apologies to Led Zepplin, we are not building a "Stairway to Heaven" but . . . 2. We are refinishing roads to SaddleBrooke One. (crack sealing, seal coating and resurfacing in many units) 3. We are resurfacing tennis courts 1-4 and replacing lighting. 4. We are building phase 2 of the irrigation system on our golf courses. 5. We may rebuild the Catalina Starter Shack, known as the Billiards Center. 6. We will watch HOA2 remodel the Mesquite Grill as a new style restaurant. And of course . . . 7. We will all watch Fry's, or the SaddleBrooke Marketplace, construction all year long (or longer). 8. Next year, we are thinking about our Clubhouse expansion to accommodate a resident Information and Welcome Center. (Not approved yet) 9. We continue to maintain our amenities and improve them whenever possible. Thank you for your usage, input and patience. Until next month . . . . Jim (President Board of Directors)
Please help us welcome our new SaddleBrooke One residents. NAME David & Shauna Rand William & Janet Kahle Michael & Annette Sage David & Juanita Kersten John & Shirley McCarey
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NAME Harvey & Karen Tulchinsky Charles Kirkpatrick Daniel & Suzanne Anderson James & Mary Floerke Douglas & Betsy Stewart
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SaddleBrooke One F&B in Full Swing!
Dave Bishow, Food & Beverage Director/Executive Chef ll of our restaurants have been in full swing with dining, private events, BBQs, wine dinners and everything in between. The response to our new menus for dinner and dessert in The Vistas and Agave Lounge has been outstanding. We truly appreciate the support and feedback we have received regarding them.
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k……let’s talk pie!!!!! Our Pastry Chef has been slowly expanding the possibilities of our bake shop to go beyond just pies. She has begun working with the entire dessert menu, as well as producing a large number of our banquet desserts and the response has been fantastic. Soon, we will begin selling whole pies to take home, as well as expanding the sweets to the RoadRunner Grill. The Grill will soon offer a variety of breakfast breads and pastries. The offering will start out limited, but as demand increases, so will our variety. We are very pleased with what Kim has been able to do for our dessert business thus far and are extremely excited about the opportunities it opens up for us down the road.
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would like to mention that the price of the Tuesday and Wednesday RoadRunner Grill features will be going from $5 to $6 effective April 1st. This is being done to help offset the growing labor costs that we are faced with. To show our appreciation for your understanding and continuous support, we will be serving the Tuesday and Wednesday RoadRunner Grill special with a complimentary chocolate chip cookie! We thank you in advance for your understanding in this matter.
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e are also asking our residents to please help us with a growing problem in our restaurants. This is with member cards. Many times, our guests do not bring their cards and we go to the computer and look up your name, assign the charge to your account and then process your bill. Sometimes, however, the system glitches and charges the first person listed alphabetically on the screen, or the wrong “Mr. and Mrs. Jones” gets charged by our servers. Nothing more than mistakes, but it is still a huge inconvenience for the guest to have to contest the charges and get credited. Also, when this happens, the restaurant loses the sale completely because we do not know the correct person to charge for the visit. We are asking that you please bring your member card with you whenever possible and give it to our staff any time you want to use your house account for payment. We ask that you also check the ticket to ensure that it is in fact your name and number that is being charged. This way we can avoid this from happening to any other residents in the future.
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s the weather is getting warmer, we will continue to find fun new ways to use the RoadRunner Grill BBQs. The Monday night BBQ events have been met with great success but we want to continue to expand on what we do out there. Watch your newsflashes and weekly dining guides for other events, both à la carte and ticketed, coming to the patio.
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rom the entire Food and Beverage Team, we thank everyone for the constant support and feedback. We will continue to strive to meet and exceed your expectations and truly appreciate the opportunity to serve you.
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SaddleBrooke One 2017: A Busy Summer Ahead
Mike Roddy, Golf Course Superintendent t is hard to believe the winter golf season is wrapping up. The summer weather is just around the corner and with that comes our annual summer cultural program and summer projects. This summer will be especially busy as Phase 2 of the Irrigation Replacement Project is completed. Our goal as a staff, is to complete our essential summer cultural program concurrently during the irrigation project.
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The irrigation replacement work will begin the week of April 24th and is scheduled for completion on August 18th. The same contractor that completed Phase 1 will be returning to complete this final half of the courses. Work will be completed on holes 3-7 of the Tucson Course and holes 1-9 of the Catalina Course. Work will include the replacement of all parts of the irrigation system on these holes, except for the pump station on Tucson #4. The Tucson Course will be closed for the first two (2) weeks of the project to allow the contractor to get off to a strong start. Course and hole closures will be on an as needed basis after that point. Thank you in advance for your understanding during this construction period. SaddleBrooke One staff will be busy completing our summer cultural program during the same time period. Core aerification is the most important part of this program. Core aerification involves the physical removal of a core of turf and soil. This process is time consuming and can be disruptive to playing conditions for a short period of time; however, the benefits far outweigh the short term disruption. Benefits to Core Aerification • Compaction Relief: Physically removing cores allows the soil to recover from months of traffic • Thatch Reduction: Thatch is dead and dying plant material that needs to be removed periodically to provide a healthy growing environment • Air Movement: The coring process allows air into the root zone • Water Movement: The coring process provides new channels for water movement down into the root zone The entire Golf Maintenance Team looks forward to a productive and busy summer. See you on the course.
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SaddleBrooke One Spring Has Sprung
Ron Tuxbury, Patrol Manager ow that spring is here, many of our residents will be leaving SaddleBrooke for extended trips or for the summer. Please remember to fill out a Resident Absence Form to have your home checked by Patrol while you are away. The forms are on the SaddleBrooke One website under Patrol, can be picked up in the Administration Office or our duty Patrol Officers have blank forms with them. If you plan to be away for an extended period of time, be sure to provide your landscape contractor’s name and phone number in the event your property needs attention while you are away.
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Seasonal Residents Many of our seasonal residents leave SaddleBrooke in April or early May. If you are a seasonal resident or are planning to take a long trip, please be sure to check the following items as you are preparing to leave for the season: • The door going into the house from the garage is locked. • The bar is in place on your sliding glass doors. • You call the paper company to stop paper deliveries. • Stop or forward your mail. • Make an arrangement with a friend, neighbor or a house checking professional to check your home while you are away. • Be sure all windows and doors are locked and blinds are drawn. • If your house is alarmed, notify your alarm company that you will be away and make sure they have a local contact if there are any alarm issues. • Unless someone needs to get into the house through the garage while you are gone, disable the garage door opener before you leave. • Don’t block your mail tube. A blocked tube is a sure sign that someone is away for an extended period.
Golf Cart Safety Tip
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any golf carts are now capable of speeds of 25 mph and higher. In many cases, they still have two (2) wheel brakes and either no seat belts or seat belts that are not being used and no speedometer. They can be compared to cars the way they were built 50 to 60 years ago with very little safety protection for the drivers and passengers. In most of the serious accidents involving golf carts, the carts tend to skid and tip over because they have a small wheelbase and are top heavy. When they tip over, the occupants are ejected from the cart onto the pavement. If you own one of the faster golf carts and normally drive at speeds above 20 mph, you must always be alert to any situation that would require you to make an evasive maneuver or stop suddenly. If you have to brake and swerve at the same time, your cart will probably tip over.
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2016/2017 NOV STATISTICS for FEBRUARY Violations
2017
2016
Speeding Stop Signs Handicap Parking RV Parking Other Parking
13 7 2 8 3 0 3 1 5 17 Totals 26 33 There were also 12 citations for speeding violations and 7 citations for stop sign violations issued by our Special Duty Traffic Control officers in February. Fines Imposed
Violations Multiple or Flagrant Traffic 2nd Traffic in 12 Months Golf Course Walking/Dog Walking
$100 $50 $50
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2016
0 1 0
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LPGA Pro ‘Warms Up’ at SaddleBrooke One Regan “Swifty’ de Guzman recently earned LPGA status with a great performance in the LPGA Qualifying tournament in Daytona Beach, Florida. A fifth-round 72 gave De Guzman a 355 total to finish in the top 20 to earn full status on the LPGA Tour for 2017. Regan played the SaddleBrooke and Catalina courses on March 10th, a warm-up to her first LPGA tournament, the Founders Cup, scheduled in north Phoenix for mid-March. George and Eila Sallaberry invited Regan to SaddleBrooke for a round of golf, as they have been supporters of the San Jose, UC team for several years. Regan spent four years playing for the San Jose Spartans, playing in 113 rounds with a 73.84 stroke average. She graduated in May 2016, and set her sights on the LPGA tour. The picture to the right, shows Regan teeing off on the 2nd hole of the Catalina course. Best of luck on the tour Regan.
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SaddleBrooke One Tennis Court Replacement Chris Romiti, Operations Manager
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eginning mid-April, construction will start on a post-tensioned concrete overlay for tennis courts 1 through 4. Currently, our courts are constructed out of asphalt with a cushioned surface. Both the asphalt and surface have cracked and are no longer repairable. The plan is to pour a six (6) inch thick post-tensioned concrete slab over two courts at a time.
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post-tensioned concrete slab consists of cables that are evenly spaced approximately 30 inches apart going both directions within the concrete. After a set curing time for the concrete, the cables are tensioned to approximately 30,000 lbs. per square inch. Many new homes and structures use post-tensioned concrete because it reduces or eliminates cracking.
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n preparation for the construction work, our Common Grounds Team will be clearing vegetation for contractor access. One of the access points will be off of Ridgeview Blvd. There will be caution signs posted during construction. Please drive with care and watch out for constuction workers and vehicles.
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ew 294-watt LED lighting fixtures will be replacing our old 1000-watt Metal Halide fixtures on courts 1 through 4. The new LED fixtures have a life expectancy of over 50,000 hours as compared to the Metal Halide of 15,000 hours. LED lighting is also up to 70% more efficient than Metal Halide.
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he post-tensioned concrete will need to cure for 30 days before the final playing surface can be installed. A “Plexicusion Prestige” surface will be installed on the four (4) courts. This is a cushioned surface that is used on many tennis courts around the world. The Plexicusion Prestige surface has a good track record for durability and playability.
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his project is scheduled to be completed by the end of June. Whether you are a tennis player or not, please stop by the Tennis Center and check out the facelift of courts 1 through 4 after the completion.
SADDLEBROOKE ONE APRIL SCHEDULE REGULAR PICK-UP • Normal schedule - Every Tuesday
RECYCLE PICK-UP • Normal schedule - Every Friday
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We were so lucky that Friends of SaddleBrooke Libraries (FSL) invited Lisa See to speak at the Author’s Luncheon in March. Even though her book was to be published (available to the public) on March 21st, her publisher allowed her to sell her new book on March 13th when she spoke to us. The title is The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane and is about the Akha people of China who align their lives around the seasons and tea farming. Li-yan has a child out of wedlock and abandons her in the nearest city with a tea cake tucked in her blanket. The girl, Haley, grows up in a privileged and well-loved home in California. She wonders about her heritage and her mother wonders how her daughter is growing. They both seek and find answers in the tea. J.A. Jance has written another Ali Reynolds mystery – Man Overboard. In this one, Reynolds and husband, B. Simpson, help their friend and employee, Stuart Ramsey, try to find the answer to the death of Roger McGeary in an apparent suicide while on a luxury cruise, but was it? Have you been waiting for a new Joe Pickett mystery? C.J. Box brings us Vicious Circle and that is what Joe runs into when Dallas Cates is released from prison. The whole Cates family is after Joe and his family. Where will it end? Catherine Coulter and E.T. Ellison are back with their “Brit in the FBI” series featuring special agents Nicholas Drummond and Michaela Caine. Their new roles are heads of the Covert Eyes team. They have just heard from world-famous thief named The Fox that a Gobi Desert sandstorm responsible for thousands of deaths might have been human-made. What is their next move? The name of this thriller is The Devil’s Triangle. Maisie Dobbs is an investigator who lives in Kent, England. The time is 1939 and war has been declared against Germany. Along with her need to find the killer of a refugee from Belgium during the Great War, she is housing a little girl who is mute. No one knows who the girl belongs to or who put her on the “Operation Pied Piper” rescue train. In This Grave Hour is by Jacqueline Winspear. A must read for those who read Maisie Dobbs books. Debbie Macomber brings us her usual schmaltzy tale of opposites attracting and parents recoiling. This is what makes life interesting and romance appealing. Obstacles can be overcome if one tries, as can differences. If Not for You is the title of Macomber’s newest story.
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For those of you who like nonfiction, here is a story that will surprise you. The Stranger in the Woods is about a hermit who lived in Central Maine for 27 years and no one saw him. He broke into cottages for food, clothing, books and flashlights. He was not found until April 2013 when a game warden set a hightech surveillance trap. The man’s name is Christopher Knight and he was called the North Pond Hermit. Michael Finkel has written this fascinating tale. Who knew someone could remain hidden from society for so long in this time of instant communication? Mr. Finkel corresponded with the man while he was in prison and met with him to try and understand what caused Knight to abandon civilization and its comforts. This book will make you happy that you can go to the refrigerator and turn up the heat whenever the need arises. Don’t forget our many audios which are also available. Our volunteers buy new CDs often and you can find the latest titles in both fiction and nonfiction. Drop in and look around or just have a seat and relax.
ALC NEWS
Architectural & Landscaping Committee Are you planning a home improvement or landscaping project on your property? If so, please be aware of the following: • Landscaping - present a detailed drawing of the project and identify all plants being installed. If adding rocks or pavers, provide the color; as some colors are not permitted. Two copies of the drawing are necessary so one can be retained in the resident file. • Building projects such as casitas, ramadas, garages and any other exterior additions require detailed drawings be submitted for review along with the Pinal County permit. Two copies of the drawings are required. • Any exterior electrical work or gas lines being installed also require a Pinal County permit. • Most, if not all building projects, will require a Pinal County permit. If a permit has been issued, please have the permit with you when presenting your application. The ALC application will not be processed without the necessary Pinal County permit. • Work completed without the necessary permits is subject to a fine by the SBOne Association. • Copies of the ALC guidelines are available at the Administration Office and provide all the facts for obtaining a permit from the ALC.
ALC Information Line: 917-3767 ALC Email: alcadmin@saddlebrooke.org ALC Secretary: Sarah Oberst All ALC forms, as well as exterior home color selections, may be accessed on the ALC webpage or in the Administration Office. Meetings are 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month 9:00am Bobcat Suite (Lower level of the SB One Clubhouse)
April Meetings April 6th April 20th
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SaddleBrooke One How Can We Fight Muscle Loss Sheryl Nugent, Fitness Coordinator There is another number that really matters as we age: 33 percent It stands for the percent of adults over age 60 who suffer from severe muscle loss according to a review paper published in Age and Aging. Eight percent loss per decade can start at age 40 with the rate accelerating up to 15 percent per decade by age 70. Sarcopenia is the medical term for muscle loss. It contributes to loss of mobility and function, as well as fat gain in older adults. Suzette Pereira, Ph.D., a research fellow at Abbott Nutrition, states, “Similar to how we think about osteoporosis and protecting your bone health, we need to think the same way about muscle health. The good news is science shows that with proper nutrition and exercise, maintaining your muscle can help keep you healthy, independent and strong as you age.” Step by step here is how: 1. Increase our intake of PROTEIN - We may be familiar with the RDA for protein, however as we age, our bodies require more protein to help rebuild muscle. We may believe we are getting enough protein but when asked how much is enough nearly 50% of surveyed adults could not state how many grams of protein are recommended per day. Research shows that adults age 52 to 75 need 1.5 grams of protein for every 2.2 lbs. of body weight. That calculates to over 102 grams of protein per day for a person weighing 150 lbs. As we age, our muscles use protein less efficiently. This means that our intake requirements must increase. 2. Include strength and endurance exercises in our exercise routine - When we lift weights, key hormones are released that stimulate muscles to build mass and strength. Without this stimulation, our muscles become weak and atrophy. The loss of muscle strength happens much more quickly than the increase of strength. Performing strength exercises in combination with aerobic and endurance work allows us to get the most out of our strength work. 3. Monitor our Vitamin D levels - We know that Vitamin D is important for healthy bones, but it also contributes to muscle health. Nearly 1 out of 2 adults are deficient in vitamin D. Our levels continue to decline as we age. We need to have our physician check our levels and give us recommendations on how to increase our levels if they are low. 4. We may need a supplement - Using HMB (beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate) as a supplement can significantly improve the ability of older adults to build muscle when they participate in a resistance-training regimen. Experimental Gerontology has published research indicating this. Before we start any supplement, we need to check with our physician. Following these steps will help us combat the muscle loss that comes with aging. Our resolve to stay independent must start with using this information.
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bob koblewski in ACTION Bob and Jo Ann Koblewski came to SaddleBrooke in 1999, from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, looking for warmer weather. After visiting with friends in the Ahwatukee area of Phoenix -- Arizona became a viable option for the couple. They went through several ‘stay and play’ developments before choosing their final destination. After working for Standard Oil for 38 years, Bob was ready for retirement and SaddleBrooke was waiting for him.
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Two years after arriving in the community, Bob was drafted into the volunteer role of resident photographer for SaddleBrooke One. Bob can be seen at almost every large event with his camera, capturing all of the residents, employees, venues and views that the community has to offer. When you look through the communicator or website—Bob has taken 90% of the photos that highlight SaddleBrooke One. Here are just of few of the great photos that Bob has taken, that allow us to highlight SaddleBrooke One to prospective buyers. Thank you for your continued service Bob, you get the best shots.
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