March 2018
Pickleball in SaddleBrooke SaddleBrooke One Board of Directors
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he SaddleBrooke One Board of Directors supports the expansion of pickleball. We recognize that it is the fastest growing sport among active adults. The Board has offered support for this amenity, on the condition that a suitable location for all residents is agreed upon. To identify the concerns regarding the location—let’s review the history of pickleball in SaddleBrooke. Pickleball became a sanctioned club within SaddleBrooke One in December 2007. Although there were no courts in SaddleBrooke One, being a sanctioned club would allow them to reserve rooms within the common buildings for meetings with their members. In 2009, pickleball courts were available within HOA #2; however, there were growing concerns regarding the sound level of the paddle and ball, as well as the chatter during play between opponents. In February 2009, a sound study was commissioned by the HOA #2 Board to measure the sound of pickleball play at the following locations: Desert View, Mountain View, a proposed site at the area south of the softball field and the Preserve. The result of the testing indicated that the ‘Pinal County Noise Code level was not exceeded by the pickleball activities at any of the locations tested. In several instances, the background noise level (i.e. traffic) dominated the measurements.’ There were attenuation goals recommended that would ‘reduce the perceived annoyance to neighbors (i.e. SaddleBrooke residents) for each location.’ The softball field and main court at the Preserve indicated ‘no abatement needed for SaddleBrooke residents.’ In October 2010, the HOA #2 Board, due to increasing complaints from HOA #2 residents and under the direction of Robson Communities, Inc., (RCI), commissioned a second sound study at the Ridgeview location between HOA #1 homes located in Units 4 and 3-South. The test was conducted on a dirt surface. The result of this study also claimed that the ‘Pinal County Noise Code level was not exceeded by the pickleball activities at any of the locations tested’ at this site. However, after reviewing the sound study, there are discrepancies in the environmental conditions present at the different locations tested.
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Pickleball in SaddleBrooke . . . continued from Page 1 To resolve the complaints of the HOA#2 homeowners, in 2011, HOA #2 moved to construct six pickleball courts on RCI property that was located between SaddleBrooke One homes. All courts within HOA #2, except for the Preserve location, were closed to pickleball play, when the Ridgeview courts were opened for play. Closing the other courts satisfied the wishes of the HOA #2 homeowners located next to the courts. In December 2017, the Preserve courts were also closed to quell any future complaints from the HOA #2 residents located nearby. HOA#2 (RCI) thus solved their problem with noise complaints. In May 2016, the SaddleBrooke Pickleball Association, (SPA) brought a petition to RCI requesting to add to the courts at the Ridgeview location. Over the past six (6) years the residents located closest to the courts have brought up concerns regarding the ‘quiet enjoyment of their homes’ as well as the increased traffic and disturbance to the wildlife in the area. In November 2017, the residents living next to the Ridgeview courts presented the SaddleBrooke One Board of Directors with a petition to block any additional courts to be constructed at the Ridgeview location. The SaddleBrooke One Board reviewed the petition of the homeowners and agreed with the concerns that were raised. The Board further agreed to support the homeowners by reviewing other possible locations around SaddleBrooke for pickleball play. The first location was the Desert View site to provide covered courts; however, the HOA #2 Board rejected this proposal. The next step had members of the SaddleBrooke One Board travel to Phoenix and meet with the Arizona Land Department Commissioner who manages trust land to review the possibility of purchasing or leasing trust land. The state authorities have responded to the Board indicating that they are open to a discussion regarding land use. The SaddleBrooke One Board approached HOA #2, requesting that a six month moratorium be placed on any expansion, so that both boards could review the options with regard to location. The HOA #2 Board has decided to proceed with expansion at the Ridgeview location, with a possibility of covered courts. The SaddleBrooke One Board recognizes the covered courts would not solve all of the issues brought forward by the homeowners, and may cause additional concerns (i.e. lighted parking areas). The SaddleBrooke One Board is committed to finding a solution and providing support for pickleball; however, the Ridgeview location is not supported for expansion.
Join The General Manager & Board President Thursday, March 8th 9:00am - 10:00am
Please join us for a casual coffee hour in the back of the Agave Lounge with Vivian Timian, General Manager & Chris Toney, Board President. The coffee hours are a great opportunity to ask questions & discuss community concerns. Coffee and cookies will be served.
See you there!
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SaddleBrooke One Operations Update Rian Ross, Director of Operations
Although this is only the start of March, our Maintenance teams have completed numerous projects this year. Some of the items are easily seen, such as the new walking path installed from the parking area to the Fitness Center entrance. This was completed by our in-house Common Area Maintenance (CAM) team for a completed cost of $526, which includes the labor and materials. (See Picture #1)
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Other projects may not be as visible. The Facility Maintenance team recently replaced a cast iron drain in the boiler room. The building was originally built in 1990, and has a water softener for the dishwasher system in the kitchens. With all of the salt water the drain eventually failed. The total cost of replacement including labor and materials was $1135. (See Pictures #2 & #3) Picture #2
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Operations Update . . . continued from Page 4 There are several other projects that been completed or are in process: Replace 60 feet of concrete behind the Fitness Center lap pool and pump room Final cost: $2,225 Replace flat roof over electrical room in the Clubhouse Final cost: $3,700 Paint handrails throughout the Clubhouse areas with polyurethane coating—in progress. Estimated final cost: $4,500 Add pool dolphins for the main pool and lap pool to clean bottom of pool automatically after hours to decrease vacuuming time for the pool technician, to allow for other maintenance activities. Final cost: $3,725 Replace main beam and complete roof repairs to the ramada at the Arts & Crafts building. Final Cost $7,500 Projects that are still pending for the Maintenance teams (with estimated costs): Clubhouse • Replace loading dock gates track and rollers--$2,500 Arts & Crafts • Replace all expansion boards with self-leveling polyurethane expansion joint filler--$1,000 Main Pool • Completely strip all kool decking and resurface pool decking with acrylic decking--$20,000 • Correct tile slopes (interior), adjacent to men’s and women’s showers--$8,500 • Furniture lap pool--$1,400 • Heater #1, lap pool--$2,100 • Heater #2, main pool--$2,200 • Heater main spa--$1,800 • Heater men’s sauna--$1,600 • Heater women’s sauna--$1600 • Replace umbrellas with heavy duty umbrellas (5) five--$5,000 Tennis Center • Overlay post tension concrete on courts 5-8 including cushioned surface, new LED court lighting and concrete work for sidewalks--$340,000 • Interior building renovation (new cabinets and work surfaces)--$17,500 Where have all the umbrella cranks gone at the main pool? The cranks for the pool are removed during windy days, as the winds cause damage to the material in the umbrellas—they will be re-installed following inclement weather.
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SaddleBrooke One Bernie Eaton, Director of Golf
Golf Myth Busters! 1) Golf is Too Expensive FALSE! Did you know SaddleBrooke One has monthly golf packages starting at just $75 per month for UNLIMITED Play! 2) There is no way I can learn to play golf at my age FALSE! SaddleBrooke One offers several Get Golf Ready Classes from November through April each year with the goal of helping residents learn the basics of the game in a relaxed group setting for less than $100 per person. Our April Get Golf Ready Class Dates are April 2,4,7,9,11. 3) Dick’s Sporting Goods, Van’s and PGA Tour Superstore offer better pricing on golf equipment FALSE! At SaddleBrooke One, we price match all of these stores and offer the opportunity to use SaddleBrooke One gift cards and golf shop credit for purchases. 4) There is no trade in service available to offset the price of buying new equipment FALSE! Through our relationship with Golf Stix, we are able to offer top dollar for equipment trade in towards the purchase of new equipment. 5) Getting better requires hours of range time FALSE! A focused practice session of 30-45 minutes is the perfect amount of practice time. Take any longer than that and you become tired and unable to focus and properly perform the technique. 6) Without video equipment I will never learn anything FALSE! At the end of any lesson, to determine if it was good or bad, ask yourself one question: “Am I hitting the ball better at the end of the lesson than I was at the beginning?” Don’t let video equipment fool you, with so much information being provided it is easy to have a bad lesson look good. 7) I can take golf lessons at SaddleBrooke One TRUE! SaddleBrooke One offers premier golf instruction through our Three PGA Professionals – Bernie Eaton, Troy Jewkes and Jay Synkelma.
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SaddleBrooke One “Cultural Practices to the Rescue”
Mike Roddy, Golf Course Superintendent he words “cultural practices” are often mentioned when discussing the maintenance of the golf courses here at SaddleBrooke One. These practices are essential to maintaining healthy turf grass, especially in a golf course environment. Tremendous stress is put on the turf on the courses throughout the year. Some of these stresses include, but are not limited, to weather, traffic, and even overseeding. The cultural practices used throughout the year are the things that help alleviate some of this stress. They are also the tools to maximize plant health and in turn course playability. A healthy turf grass plant is better able to handle the stresses that are inherent to the golf course environment.
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Cultural practices include many different activities. They can be very aggressive, such as core aerification; or minimal, such as turf grooming and sand topdressing. We are making some adjustments to the cultural program to the greens in 2018. We are planning two core aerification events instead of the normal three. The first will be in early June and the second will be in mid-August. To compensate for one less core aeration, we will be increasing the amount of sand applied to the greens through regular topdressing applications, as well as performing monthly venting operations. These operations provide limited disruption to playability and can be completed ahead of daily play. We will be monitoring this change to the cultural program and evaluating the results throughout the year. The entire team looks forward to seeing you on the course. Pictures of some of the cultural practices used throughout the year on the courses at SaddleBrooke One are below: • Picture #1 is a sand topdressing application to the green surface which helps reduce thatch in the turf profile and helps maintain smooth putting surfaces • Picture #2 is a venting operation which makes small diameter holes in the root zone and aids in water and air movement in soil profile • Picture #3 is the results of core aerification which removes thatch, relieves compaction and aids in water and air movement in the soil profile
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SaddleBrooke One Safety Precautions & Basic Gym Rules
Sheryl Nugent, Recreation Coordinator ur focus this month is on safety. Accidents can happen anywhere including the Fitness Center. Our facility is used to maintain and regain fitness, rehabilitate joints and strengthen our muscles. Accidents interfere with these outcomes. We must remember Safety First. Listed below are some helpful hints to make our time at the Fitness Center safer: 1. Get a complete physical checkup before you start a fitness or strength program and follow the recommendations. 2. Wear proper athletic wear and shoes. Bring a towel for your personal use during your workout; please wipe up your sweat. 3. Clean equipment with provided, pre-moistened wipes after your use. 4. Water is the only beverage permitted in the gym. No food is permitted. 5. Refrain from use of perfume and cologne in the gym. 6. For safety reasons, stow your personal belongings in a cubby or locker, NOT on the floor or on the handles of the equipment. 7. Always integrate warm-up, stretching and cool-down into your program. This will reduce your risk of injury by increasing blood flow and prepping your muscles for the work they are about to do, as well as redistributing blood post-workout. Proper lifting form in a slow controlled manner through the full range of motion is most productive and helps prevent injuries. 8. When beginning a new workout program, start out using light weights. Choose a weight light enough to do a warm-up set of 15 reps while perfecting the correct form. If the weight is too easy for the next set of 12 reps, add a little more weight and gradually increase weight as your strength increases. 9. Going to total muscle fatigue with a challenging weight is not a useful objective in your first few weeks. The objective is to practice and perfect your form and learn how to concentrate on the target muscle. 10. Proper breathing is essential during exercise. If you hold your breath while lifting a weight, your blood pressure rises depriving your brain of oxygen. Try to exhale during the concentric phase (exertion), and inhale during the eccentric phase. No matter what, REMEMBER TO BREATHE. 11. Always allow 48 hours between strength training sessions to give muscles time to recover and grow. Cardio training may be done every day. 12. Fitness Center Orientation will be ongoing for newcomers or anyone needing a refresher course. Call the Fitness Center at 917-3766 to schedule an orientation.
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SADDLEBROOKE ONE MARCH SCHEDULE REGULAR PICK-UP • Normal schedule - every Tuesday
RECYCLE PICK-UP • Normal schedule - every Friday
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he other day a man came into the library and said he was tired of mysteries and just wanted a nice story. That can be a bit hard to figure out because one person’s “nice story” can be different from another person’s “nice story.” But, it got me thinking about different types of fiction books. Many authors write “family” books or “marriage” books. These differ from author to author. There is also historical fiction - books bases on a historic person. One of these last styles is White Houses by Amy Bloom. This story is about Eleanor Roosevelt and her “special friend” and lover, Lorena Hickok, who also resided in the White House. I must admit this information is news to me. Is it because I was young when President Roosevelt died or is it that “those things” were not talked about in “those days?" Whichever, it is suppose to be an interesting and beautifully written book and thank goodness we have matured enough to not be surprised by love of many kinds. Another non-mystery book to look for is White Chrysanthemum by Mary Lynn Bracht. This is about the Korean comfort women the Japanese abducted for their soldiers' pleasure. Both of these stories take place in the 1940s. A compelling book is An American Marriage by Tayari Jones. Ms. Jones felt compelled to write about the mass incarceration of black men and how it affects marriage. A young couple weds; the husband is wrongly accused of rape and sent to prison. He spends five years there and this is the story of how his wife responds, as well as their back stories. Another non-mystery is The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah. It takes place in Alaska. The father is a Vietnam veteran with PTSD who thinks he is getting away from his troubles only to find them even more magnified by the isolation. His wife and daughter are, of course, deeply involved in all the drama. Mysteries, of course, come in all styles. Cozy mysteries (nonmessy ones) are always fun. You might want to try Claws for Concern by Miranda James; Death of an Honest Man by M.C. Beaton; and Raspberry Danish Murder (pictured on next page) by Joanne Fluke.
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An intriguing premise for a story is “not dying.' “The Albatross Society” is a group of humans who don’t die. Tom Hazard was born in France in 1581 and as with others like him, a century passes like a decade for us. The one thing he must never do is fall in love. Sound like an interesting story? Read How to Stop Time by Matt Haig. One of the new nonfiction books is Educated: a Memoir by Tara Westover. This young woman was raised in Idaho by a survivalist, Mormon family. The mother was an unlicensed midwife and the father had a scrap metal business. The family stockpiled guns and supplies for the end-time. The children did not go to school, but a brother somehow went to Brigham Young University and encouraged Tara, his sister, to do the same. This is all amazing to me as she was abused mentally and physically injured at the father’s scrap metal yard. This is a look into a world unknown to me. If you love adventure and/or mountain climbing, you will want to read Limits of the Known by David Roberts. He has been an adventurer for many years and is now looking back since his surgery for throat cancer. Why does man feel the need to scale tall places? Why does man explore the unknown? We librarian volunteers look forward to seeing you soon and helping you locate something interesting to read.
Architectural & Landscaping Committee ALC Email: alcadmin@saddlebrooke.org ALC Secretary: Linda Irwin All ALC forms, as well as exterior home color selections, may be accessed on the ALC webpage or in the Administration Office.
March Meetings March 1st March 15th
ALC Hotline 917-3767
Meetings are 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month 9:00am Bobcat Suite (Lower level of the SB One Clubhouse)
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SaddleBrooke One March Updates
Ron Tuxbury, Patrol Manager ven though the weather is still beautiful here, many of our residents start leaving SaddleBrooke this month 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 form is on the SaddleBrooke One website under Patrol or can be picked up in the Administration office. Our duty Patrol officers also have blank forms with them. Just call the Patrol truck (520) 861-7064 and the duty officer will be happy to give you a blank form. 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. In many cases, your plans change while you are away. Please call Patrol One when you return to let us know you are back.
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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: • Door going into the house from the garage is locked • Bar is in place on your sliding glass doors • 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 • 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
Safety Tip In their January meeting, the Board of Directors approved a clarification to Section 7.7 of our Rules and Regulations for Golf Cart Paths, Walking Paths and Multiuse Lanes. The main clarifications were pedestrians always have the right of way in our multiuse lanes on Ridgeview Blvd and Acacia Hills Dr; golf carts and bicycles should move out of the multiuse lanes when passing walkers and joggers; and, pedestrians should always walk on the left side of the roadway facing traffic. Ridgeview and Saddlebrooke Blvd’s are our busiest streets and they also attract the most walkers and joggers. Walkers/joggers should never walk more than two abreast when on our streets and if you are on Ridgeview when traffic is heavy, single file is best. When walking/jogging on Saddlebrooke Blvd, please use the walking path.
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2017/2018 NOV Statistics for January Violations
2018 2017
Fines Imposed
2018 2017
Speeding
12
23
Multiple or Flagrant Traffic
$100
1
9
Stop Signs
5
7
2nd Violation in 12 Months
$50
0
0
Handicap Parking
4
4
Golf Course Walking/Dog Walking $100
1
-
RV Parking
1
6
Other Parking
8
8
30
48
Totals
There were also 2 citations for speeding violations, 3 citations for stop sign violations and one citation for dogs off leash on the course issued by our Special Duty officers in January.
Please help us welcome our new SaddleBrooke One residents NAME Aubrey & Patricia Oman Cheryl Brady David & Christy Hall David & Jill Latting Deborah Donahue Guy & Maricia Kamaka Kathleen Phraner Mark & Patricia Miller Robert & Catherine Giesen Robert & Cynthia Rutkowski Elena Willets George & Jo Anne Gundlach George Peterson, III Gordon & Keri Davis J.D. Loveland & Kristine Sallee John & Anita Lohman Larry & Patrice Baker
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SaddleBrooke One MARCHing into Spring
Dave Bishow, Food & Beverage Director/Executive Chef
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t’s already March and we continue to have outstanding participation here at the SaddleBrooke One Clubhouse in the Vistas Dining Room, Agave Lounge and RoadRunner Grill. On behalf of our entire Food and Beverage team, we want to thank the residents of SaddleBrooke for their continued support. As we move forward into spring, we have great events planned for you to enjoy in March. Both the TGIF RoadRunner BBQ lunches and the “Q” with a View will return to the beautiful RoadRunner patio, weather permitting of course. To be able to cook, dine and socialize in such a beautiful venue truly is wonderful and we are excited to get the opportunity to get back out there and utilize it. March also marks the return of our Wine and Tapas events. On March 14th, we will feature the wines of the Wagner Family highlighting such names as Caymus, Mer Soliel and Conundrum paired with delicacies such as grilled watermelon with prosciutto salad, butter poached jumbo prawns and blackberry braised pork. Then, on March 17th, we will be holding our annual St. Patty’s Day event. Corned beef and cabbage, Baileys Irish Cream brownies and beer, beer, beer!!!!! We couldn’t be more excited for the upcoming festivities. In our restaurants, our staff continues to shine with their ideas for food and drink features. We will continue to encourage them to be involved in the creative process and help them to develop and master their skills. Many of their ideas have already become daily menu items and their recipes for sauces and cocktails have been implemented into our daily operations. We are lucky to have such a wonderful and talented staff and we will continue to grow with them, for them and from them. As always, on behalf of the Food and Beverage team at SaddleBrooke One, we thank you for all of your support, constructive feedback and kind words.
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