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The Official Publication of the Scottsdale Ranch Community Association
SRCA’s 2022/2023 Board of Directors CC&R & Bylaw Amendments Passed Leaving for the Summer? Plus… Scottsdale Ranch Real Estate Update By Peggy Rauch
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Scottsdale Ranch Real Estate Update
Peggy Rauch
The market has made some interesting changes this past month. Although there is still a scarcity of inventory with albeit a little change in sight, the crazed feeding frenzy seems to have slowed considerably. Where open houses were seeing anywhere from 15 to 50 groups of people every day – the number now seems more reasonable – depending upon price and location. It is not back to numbers seen a few years ago but at least buyers have time now to truly look at a property and make an offer.
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We are not seeing the waiver of contingencies such as appraisal, inspection and CCR approval. It makes for a much more controlled buying experience for people. We are seeing lots and lots of price reductions, multiple days on market and lots of “back on market” scenarios. Now more than ever, I think it is important to put your faith in an experienced, qualified Realtor with a history in this marketplace. There were many instances where unsuspecting buyers and sellers were damaged because of poor representation. Whether you are in the market to purchase or sell, why not take advantage of our 38 plus years of Real Estate experience and professionalism and rest in the knowledge that you are in good hands. We invite you to contact us and allow us to add you to our ever growing list of satisfied clients and customers.
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Message From Your HOA
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Mercado Corner
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Meet Your HOA Quick Phone Reference Manager’s Report Board Briefs President’s Message Important Information About Assessments
Social Life on the Ranch 13 14 15 16
Home & Landscape 6 7
From Your Homeowner Liaison From Your Architectural Liaison Considerate Neighbors School is out! 8 June and July in the Desert City of Scottsdale Collection Services 9 Pool Safety Active Early Voting List 10 Leaving for the Summer? Boat Owner Leaving for the Summer? Boat Identification Sticker Monsoon Season Starts June 15th! 11 Home Renovation
In Every Issue IFC Scottsdale Ranch Real Estate Update By Peggy Rauch 28 SRCA Calendar of Events
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Take to the Club Summer Camp 2022 Annual Homeowners’ Meeting American Red Cross Blood Drive Arizona Helping Hands Thank You! Get Invoived Weekly Email Blasts Protect Your Pets From the Heat Thank You Katie Whelan, Realtor Thank You Greg and Jeannine Mona and Nancy Cohen SRCA Block Party Trailer Painting Class at SRCA Fourth of July Facts Lake Serena Activities Lake Serena FAQs Scottsdale Ranch Community Center Clubs and Groups Update Retired Active Men’s Coffee Scottsdale Ranch Golf Club Calling Scottsdale Ranch Crafters Watermelon Cucumber Salad Recipe Save the Dates SRCA Board Visions & Values
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To discover Scottsdale Ranch is to discover a premier and forward-thinking residential community just right for you. At Scottsdale Ranch, you will find a community that reflects your taste and individuality. From luxury waterfront homes and spacious single-family dwellings to private patio homes, you will find a home to suit your needs. Scottsdale Ranch was established in 1981 and encompasses 1,118 acres bordered by 96th Street to the West, 112th Street to the East, and Shea Boulevard south to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. There are 3,939 dwellings in Scottsdale Ranch. Scottsdale Ranch’s prestige is complemented by its luxurious amenities. Lake Serena, a forty-two-acre manmade lake offers fishing and boating and is considered the jewel of Scottsdale Ranch. Likewise, the Community Center, which also houses the administrative offices, provides a comfortable gathering place for parties, community events, or even a game of cards. Conveniently located at the corner of Via Linda and Mountain View is the Mercado which offers a variety of specialty stores, restaurants, a drug store, a gym, offices, and professional services. Centrally situated in the heart of Scottsdale Ranch is a 64-acre general public use area featuring many fine amenities such as Scottsdale Ranch Park, a world-class tennis facility, several lighted baseball fields, a beautiful Desert Garden, the Via Linda Senior Center, Virginia G. Piper Boys and Girls Club and Laguna Elementary School, an A+ School of Excellence. The Scottsdale Ranch Community Association and the active participation of Ranch residents design the lifestyle, integrity, and aesthetics of our community. Visit our website at www. scottsdaleranch.org for more information about our fabulous community!
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The Official Magazine of Scottsdale Ranch This magazine is delivered to all homeowners and businesses in the Scottsdale Ranch Community bi-monthly. This magazine is also distributed to surrounding businesses and office complexes. You have received this publication because your HOA believes you take pride in your home environment and community. This magazine provides you with HOA information and home product advertising that enhances your home comfort and increases the value of your home. We are always interested in your comments or suggestions. SRCA does not promote or endorse any advertisers in this magazine. While efforts to ensure accuracy are exercised, the publisher assumes no liability for the information contained in either editorial or advertising content. For advertising and editorial information please call 480-702-0458.
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Quick Phone Reference
Meet Your HOA
Police (Emergency).............................................911 Police (Non-emergency)..................(480) 312-5000
A seven member Board of Directors governs Scottsdale Ranch Community Association (SRCA). The Board establishes the basic policies of the Association and oversees the operation of the professional staff while demonstrating values of fiscal responsibility, openness and inclusiveness, legacy and innovative leadership. It is our vision that by basing our decision making on our shared values, new ideas will be implemented, property values and quality of life will be enhanced, residents will feel a stronger sense of belonging, leadership and facilities will be recognized as best in class and Scottsdale Ranch will be the most desirable community in the Valley. SRCA’s Board employs an Executive Director who oversees the administrative, landscape and building/lake departments including a full-time, on-site administrative staff and a contracted landscape maintenance company, who all work behind the scenes to implement the mission statement. Greg Mona Vice President
Fire (Emergency).................................................911 Fire (Non-emergency) Hydrant Leaks..................................(480) 312-5650 Matt Metz President
Scottsdale Ranch Community Association (After Hours SRCA EmergencyAnswering Service Number)..............................(888) 271-0019 Animal Control.................................(602) 506-7387 Arizona Public Service...................... (602) 371-7171 Mike Breslin Treasurer
The Board of Directors meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at the Community Center. These meetings are open to the membership. Meeting minutes can be found on our website at www. scottsdaleranch.org under SRCA Documents and Forms, Board of Directors..
Office: (480) 860-2022/Fax: (480) 860-8264 After Hours SRCA Emergency/Answering Service Number: 1 (888) 271-0019 Website: www.scottsdaleranch.org
Code Enforcement, City of Scottsdale.............................(480) 312-2546 Cox Communications.......................(602) 277-1000 CenturyLink...................................... (800) 244-1111 Nina Munson Secretary
Michele Holzman Director
Sonja Perez, Homeowner Liaison sperez@scottsdaleranch.org Genevieve Long, Community Relations/Events Coordinator glong@scottsdaleranch.org Ricki Stamos, Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper rstamos@scottsdaleranch.org Joni Shepherd, Member Services Coordinator jshepherd@scottsdaleranch.org Diane Botica, Architectural Liaison dbotica@scottsdaleranch.org 2 June/July 2022
Humane Society...............................(602) 997-7585
Registrar of Contactors....................(877) 692-9762 Sanitation, City of Scottsdale& Dead Animal Pickup for City Streets.................................(480) 312-5600 Larry Schmalz Director
Jeff Spiller Director
Staff emails: Kathe Barnes, Executive Director kbarnes@scottsdaleranch.org
Dial-A-Ride.......................................(480) 497-7696
Road Construction, City of Scottsdale.............................(480) 312-5750
THE SRCA OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, JULY 4TH IN OBESERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY. OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY – THURSDAY: 8 AM – 5 PM FRIDAY: 8 AM – 3 PM PHONE HOURS: MONDAY – THURSDAY: 9 AM – 5 PM FRIDAY: 9 AM – 3 PM
Boys/Girls Club North Scottsdale - Piper................. (480) 344-5520 Brush Collection Hotline, City of Scottsdale.............................(480) 312-5680
Association Information Scottsdale Ranch Community Association (SRCA) 10585 N. 100th Street, Scottsdale, Arizona 85258
Scottsdale Ranch Community Association.................. (480) 860-2022
MISSION STATEMENT: “The Mission of Scottsdale Ranch Community Association is to serve as the organization through which its residents may sustain and enhance the character, quality of life, and desirability of our community.”
Sanitation, Recycling Hotline, City of Scottsdale............................. (480) 312-5611 Scottsdale Ranch Park, Tennis & Racquetball....................... (480) 312-7774 Scottsdale Unified School District..................................(480) 952-6100 Senior Center – Via Linda................(480) 312-5810 Southwest Gas................................(877) 860-6020 Street Light Repair Hotline, City of Scottsdale.............................(480) 312-5620 Valley Metro (Bus)........................... (602) 253-5000 Water/Sewer (Turn On/Off Service), City of Scottsdale............................. (480) 312-2461
Board Briefs
Manager’s Report By Kathe M. Barnes, CAAM, LSM, PCAM Executive Director
Another Annual Meeting and Board Election is in the books. As most of you know, the Annual Meeting was held in April where the final results were announced for the candidates who would fill the 3 seats as well as the results of the proposed CC&R and Bylaw amendments. I want to congratulate the 3 top vote getters who were the incumbents Matt Metz, Michele Holzman and Nina Munson. These candidates were elected by the membership to continue to be on the board to represent homeowner interests for another two-year term. Thank you to Marcus Meyer, Sam Nili and Stephen Phillips who also ran, and we hope that you will choose to get involved in our association on one of our many committees. Your expertise would be greatly welcomed. The following CC&R amendment was passed by 93% of the members voting. This CC&R amendment was to set start and end times and specific days for landscape and construction noise that may interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of neighboring properties. Below is that amendment and goes into effect immediately: The first sentence of Article IV, Section 2(f) of the Declaration, Construction and Maintenance Activities, was amended as follows: Normal construction, routine landscaping and maintenance activities on a Lot or Parcel shall not be considered a nuisance or otherwise prohibited by this Declaration; however, normal construction, landscaping and maintenance activities which may interfere with the right of peaceful enjoyment of Neighboring Properties may only take place between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Sundays. The remainder of Article IV, Section 2(f) to remain the same. In addition, the Bylaws were amended in its entirety to bring them in line with the current laws and to help the association run more smoothly and effectively. The Bylaw amendments were also passed by 93% of the members voting. You may review the Bylaws in their entirety on the association’s website at www.scottsdaleranch.org under Resident Resources. We want to thank all of you who participated in the voting process. As many of you saw, we had trouble reaching our quorum requirements and had to send many reminder emails
March 2022 • Board approved the CC&R amendment to be sent to the membership that would set start and end times and specific days for landscape and construction noise that may interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of neighboring properties. April 2022 • Board elected the following officers for the 2022/2023 board term: Matt Metz, President; Greg Mona, Vice President; Mike Breslin, Treasurer; and Nina Munson, Secretary. • It was decided that committee chairs and members would remain the same for the next year except for the Election Committee, the new members are Nina Munson and Michele Holzman. • The board overturned an architectural committee’s decision based on a homeowner’s appeal of their denial. • The board approved a one-time variance to the rental restrictions based on extenuating circumstances. • The board confirmed the existence of a violation for failing to apply for a change to the exterior of a property. • It was decided to stay neutral on the 92 Ironwood project; however, the board still has concerns about density and the rezoning. • A board retreat will be held in June to review legal, insurance and strategic planning. The SRCA office will be closed on Monday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
to solicit more voter participation. This was the first year that I can remember that we came that close to not having enough to conduct our Annual Meeting & Election. We only needed 394 voters to meet 10% quorum requirements out of our 3,939 units. That is a small amount but seemed like such a monumental feat this year. I am interested in hearing feedback on reasons why you didn’t vote and what we can do to make it easier. We would like to at least double the numbers of voters next year. I would like to see more homeowners making these important decisions for the association, not just 10% of the members. Please feel free to reach out to me directly at kbarnes@scottsdaleranch.org or give me a call at (480) 860-2022. Have a great summer! www.scottsdaleranch.org 3
Your HOA President’s Message By Matt Metz SRCA Board President
Satisfaction? Or apathy? This year’s election almost didn’t count. We received only a little over 400 votes, barely more than the 394 required to make it valid (10% of our 3,939 units). In the Question and Answer portion of our annual meeting held April 21st, one of our members asked why there was such a low turnout of voters, despite numerous reminders and a gift-card raffle incentive to vote early. The precise answer is, sadly, “We’re not sure.” But I believe this is simply a part of human nature; we complain when there are negative issues, but we are mostly quiet when things are going well. If Scottsdale Ranch didn’t do such a great job of caring for, and providing access to, our beautiful Lake Serena, certainly people would have used the election (and the annual meeting) to express their dissatisfaction. If our Community Center didn’t serve as a first-class focal point for so many wellrun social events, including SRCA-sponsored get-togethers, club meetings, private parties, receptions, etc., we certainly would have heard about it. If our homes’ prices hadn’t increased due to the consistent and fair enforcement of our rules designed to protect and enhance property values and quality of life, there would have been an uproar. But the fact is that our lake IS well maintained; our Community Center IS a beautiful (and beautifully maintained) facility available to our membership, and our home values HAVE been increasing at least as much as the general market, if not more. We hope you have been taking advantage of the many benefits you accrue as a member of SRCA. However, if you want to help ensure the continued excellence that is Scottsdale Ranch, we encourage you to join one of our many committees. In addition to helping improve Scottsdale Ranch, serving on a committee is a great way to meet other great people who share your community. Consider running for the board, as six people did this past time. And certainly, we hope you will always cast a vote in the annual election and when amendments to our documents appear on the ballot. As we’ve said countless times before, YOU are the reason Scottsdale Ranch is the best place in the Valley to live. Be a part our success; GET INVOLVED!
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Important Information About Assessments By Ricki Stamos SRCA Bookkeeper
If your 2022 Annual Assessment has not yet been paid, a 10% late fee of $39.50 has been added to your account, you have accrued 5 months of interest fees at a rate of 12% per annum and a lien will be filed against your property through the Maricopa County Recorder’s Office. Lien filing/release fees will be added to your account and continued failure to pay could result in in the filing of a judgment action. What does having a lien against your property mean to you? It means that there is a cloud on the title. Typically, the property cannot be sold until the past due amount has been paid in full and the lien has been released. Additionally, having a lien filed against your property could affect your credit. Should a homeowner’s assessments continue to be delinquent, the account may be turned over to an attorney for collection action without further notice from the association. If a judgment action is pursued, you will be responsible for all attorney’s fees, document recording fees and any other fees incurred, all to collect an original debt of only $395.00! If your Annual Assessment is delinquent, we urge you to contact the Scottsdale Ranch Community Association administrative office as soon as possible to discuss your account and how we can work with you to bring it current. If you have questions about your account, you may contact our Bookkeeper, Ricki Stamos at (480) 860-2022 or by email at rstamos@scottsdaleranch.org. If you are having problems paying your assessment due to extenuating circumstances, please be sure to contact our office sooner rather than later as we are here to work with you.
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Home & Landscape From Your Homeowner Liaison By Sonja Perez, CAAM, CMCA SRCA Homeowner Liaison
Palm Tree Trimming Is Here! Long time Valley residents know this is the time of year palm trees grow seed pods and fruit. We all know this annual occurrence can be messy and unsightly. In a perfect world, the debris that falls from untrimmed trees would fall straight down and stay in the tree owner’s yard. Because the debris takes to the wind, trees that aren’t trimmed in a timely manner cause huge issues for neighboring yards and pools. While not all debris can be stopped from flying, trimming as soon as possible is the best practice. Your neighbors will appreciate it!! Outside of aesthetics and the mess, there are also a few practical reasons to have your palm trees trimmed. When fronds turn brown, they will drop below the canopy and amass against the tree’s trunk forming a dense skirt. Heavy, dead fronds located in tall palms can be a falling risk to homes, pets and passers-by. I have experienced this firsthand and have seen a large skirt of fonds fall straight down the trunk of a palm tree and it was terrifying! Additionally, roof rats, scorpions and other pests like to build nests high up in the dead fronds away from predators. That right there is a good motivator to schedule trimming. The opportune time to have palms trimmed is June and July. This is when the palms are flowering and falling debris from fronds is heaviest. When planning annual trimming, it is best to be patient and wait for the flowering cycle to be complete. Otherwise, if pruned too early, additional flower stalks may develop and will hang
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from the palm. If that happens, you will need to have them trimmed again. Having your tree(s) trimmed after the seed pods and fruit emerges ensures a full year to enjoy a properly trimmed, clean tree. If you have palm trees on your property and have not scheduled trimming with your landscaper or tree trimmer, now is the time to do so. Unless unusual circumstances exist, the expectation is that all palms need to be trimmed by August 15th. If you are unable to meet that goal, please contact our office. Please keep the City of Scottsdale bulk trash service schedule in mind when planning the tree trimming. If you have your trees trimmed and you are not within the placement and pick weeks, your trimmer/landscaper must haul away the trimmings. You cannot leave the trimmings in the street or on your property where they are visible. Per the SRCA guidelines bulk trash items and landscape debris may be placed, no more, than five (5) days before the scheduled week of pick up. Please see the June thru September 2022 schedule below. Please refer to https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/solid-waste/brushbulk-collection for specifics regarding bulk trash and landscape debris placement. Always feel free to contact the SRCA office with any questions you may have. We are here to help!!
From Your Architectural Liaison By Diane Botica SRCA Architectural Liaison
windows. Partial window approvals require an agreement to the 2-year replacement rule. This means in order to do the partial window replacement; the balance of the windows are required to be replaced within 2 years with the exact window. Ficus
A little reminder… ANY and ALL Exterior Changes I love it when people reach out before starting any projects to find out if they need to submit for an approval before commencing the work. If you have reached out to ask me about a project that you are considering, you already know this answer.
No matter what the salesperson at the nursery tells you, any variety of a Ficus is considered a TREE and can grow huge. Sure, they can make a great sound barrier, as long as you submit for approval to plant them with a 15’ setback measurement from any shared walls/shared property lines/inside edge of the sidewalks. Just because you plan to keep them trimmed as a hedge, doesn’t mean the roots will not expand out and cause structural damage to a wall. Edison lights
ANY and ALL exterior changes to your property (not just the house), front or rear, require a submittal. This means planting trees, landscaping, replacing windows, replacing doors, exterior light fixtures, raise the privacy wall, installing a pool, building a pergola, gazebo, installing a trellis… any and all exterior changes require a submittal and approval before executing the changes. By not obtaining architectural approval prior to commencement of the project, homeowners will be charged an initial $250 compliance fee.
Edison lights require an approval before installation, just as any exterior change requires a submittal and approval. If you see them at your neighbor’s house, doesn’t necessarily mean that they have been approved or will be approved. Your neighbor most likely has submitted but if not, the lights are in noncompliance. Don’t join the party, submit for approval before installing the lights. Please understand that there is very specific criteria that have to be met for these types of lights to be installed on your property.
Partial Windows
Checklists
As many people are submitting to replace their old leaky windows, I highly recommend that you submit for a full window replacement.
Be sure to use the checklist of items when you create your submittal. There are requirements for each project type and missing any of them can postpone your approval or, worse yet, render a denial.
Partial window replacements are very difficult as approval is only granted in extenuating circumstances and the new window frames color and size must be very close to the original
Considerate Neighbors are the Best Neighbors! Normal construction, routine landscaping and maintenance activities on a Lot or Parcel shall not be considered a nuisance or otherwise prohibited by this Declaration; however, normal construction, landscaping and maintenance activities which may interfere with the right of peaceful enjoyment of Neighboring Properties may only take place between 7:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M., Monday through Saturday, and between 10:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. on Sundays.
Thank you and remember…. When in doubt, reach out! Please submit!
School is out! Please keep in mind that most schools are out for summer which means more children are outside during the daytime. The SPEED LIMIT is 25 MPH! In accordance with Arizona State Law, the speed limit in a residential district is 25 MPH (miles per hour) with or without the presence of a speed limit sign. We would like to remind residents to SLOW DOWN when driving through their neighborhoods. It is up to you to use caution when driving on our residential streets to avoid a possible life altering situation. Please watch your speed for everyone’s safety!!
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JUNE AND JULY IN THE DESERT By Randy Zellers SDL, Director of Operations
Brace yourself, the next two months are going to be hot and hotter. There are several things to look for in the landscapes to make it through June and July unscathed. The first rule is to accomplish your hardest tasks in the morning hours before we get to triple digits in the afternoon. Plan your day accordingly and items will go much smoother when working outside. Less is more in your landscape these next two months as plants and trees are just as stressed as humans due to the heat. JUNE This month is generally the driest with very little, if any, rainfall in the Valley. Make sure your irrigation system is functioning properly to provide water to your landscape as Mother Nature waits another month to hit us with monsoon season in July. The month of June is very low in humidity as well, which causes plants, trees and turf to dry out more quickly than during the monsoon season of July, August and into September. Run your irrigation system three days per week on Monday-Wednesday-Friday at an early start time in the morning. Monitor your plants’ reaction and adjust for any supplemental that may be needed over the weekend. This should be sufficient until monsoon storms grace us with rain in July and August. With our monsoon season just around the corner, this is a good time to evaluate your trees’ canopies to be sure they can withstand the high winds of the monsoons. Monsoon means high winds and not necessarily rainfall. The rain part is a bonus should we get some during the season. Check your trees for dead wood, crossing or elongated branches and overall canopy strength to see if they will need some structural integrity pruning prior to the high winds of the season. The old style of pruning was to open the canopy to allow winds to pass through. The new ISA (International Society of Arborists) suggests reducing elongated branching to gain stability for the tree during a high wind event. JULY Traditionally, the monsoon season starts in mid-July when the dew point hits the magic number. We should be able to count on an inch or two of rain and hopefully, a slow and steady soaker rather than a downpour that runs off into our washes. In the event of rainfall, for every .25”, you can shut your irrigation system down for three days minimum and see how your landscape reacts. Adjust accordingly based on rain and humidity in July. Three days a week should be sufficient due to the added humidity in the air. Plants won’t experience evapotranspiration as quickly with the additional moisture and won’t dry out as quickly. People tend to overwater during the summer because of the high temperatures but realize there are other factors in play that help reduce watering times and days. If you didn’t prune your trees in June, reevaluate the need this month. Trees are the biggest investment you have in the landscape because of the replacement costs of like size and species should some damage occur during monsoon season. Pay particular attention to trees near roof lines, sidewalks and streets and imagine the damages to homes, vehicles or passersby if a branch or entire tree would come down in high winds. It is always better to be safe than sorry when dealing with unpredictable Mother Nature. Be safe and rest assured, cooler weather is around the corner if we can make it through June and July. 8 June/July 2022
CITY OF SCOTTSDALE COLLECTION SERVICES June 13th & July 18th SCOTTSDALE RANCH IS AREA 3 This Information can be found on the City of Scottsdale’s website at www.scottsdaleaz.gov.
The earliest items can be placed out is the Wednesday prior to the week of pickup and must be placed out no later than 5:00 am on Monday the week of the scheduled pick up. Residents, please be considerate of your neighbors - do not put your items out before the designated dates. Placing items out before this time can result in hefty fines being assessed to your account. Please be patient as the city has all week to pick-up in our area. NOTICES FROM THE CITY OF SCOTTSDALE: Please separate your brush and bulk pickup into two piles – one for green waste and one for everything else. The piles will be picked up by separate trucks during your designated brush and bulk pickup week. *Please refrain from placing trash containers or bulk trash where it blocks the sidewalk and would prevent pedestrians or wheelchair bound residents from passing along the sidewalk.
The use of SRCA facilities and amenities are voluntary and at your own risk. Scottsdale Ranch Community Association cannot ensure that all areas are free of COVID–19 or other pathogens. The Association is not the guarantor of your personal safety if renting the community center, recreational boat rentals, or attending any groups, clubs or SRCA events. For up-to-date information, please visit our website at www.scottsdaleranch.org or sign up to receive our weekly email blasts.
Pool Safety Protect your family with a water safety plan
Drowning is a quick and silent killer. In the time it takes to answer the phone, tragedy can occur. Multiple layers of protection are the key to a water safety plan. Protect your family with the following safety tips. • • •
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Supervise children wherever they could find water. Children can drown in as little as an inch of water. No one should swim alone. This includes grown-ups! Designate an adult to be responsible for watching children in pools during parties and rotate shifts. Have them wear a special shirt, hat or badge so that others know not to interrupt this person while on duty. Install a pool fence or other approved barrier around the pool perimeter. Solar covers are NOT considered a barrier. Learn what’s required in Scottsdale. Ensure pool access gates are self-closing and self-latching. Check regularly to keep in good working order. Secure doors, gates and pet doors that lead to pool area. Secure spas with childproof covers. Keep a phone by the pool to call 911 in case of an emergency. Take CPR classes at least every two years, and practice in between to keep your skills sharp. Babysitters, grandparents and friends should all know safety rules and CPR. Children and adults should learn how to swim. (Remember this does not “drown-proof” anyone!)
To register for classes with City of Scottsdale Aquatics, visit: recreation.scottsdaleaz.gov Choose: Register for Programs Choose: Aquatics/Swimming Click on: Lessons • • • • •
Keep toys and objects away from pool or spa area. Move furniture inside of the fenced area and away from fences so children can’t use them for climbing. Empty inflatable pools, ice chests and buckets when not in use. Keep bathroom doors closed. Consider using a toilet latch during toddler years If an accident happens, act immediately.
If a child is missing, always check the pool or spa first. • Yell for help. • Dial 911. • Start CPR. • Teach your children to be water safe! • Tell children to yell for an adult and throw a flotation device if they find someone in trouble in the water. They should NEVER jump into a pool to save someone else. • Encourage children to tell an adult right away if the pool gate is left open or the cover is left off the spa. • Teach them to dial 911 in case of an emergency.
If you’re on the county’s Active Early Voting List, you may soon see a “90-day notice” in your mailbox. This is a legally required notice that provides information about the August 2022 election and provides voters on the Active Early Voting List an opportunity to have their early ballot sent to an alternate address or opt out of receiving an early ballot in the mail. The notice also allows voters who are not registered with a political party an opportunity to let the county know which ballot they want (either a party ballot or a local, Scottsdaleonly ballot). The party ballot includes candidate races for governor, state legislature, etc. with candidates from that political party. It also will include candidates for Scottsdale City Council. The local-only ballot will only include the Scottsdale City Council races. IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE: For the August election only, independent voters on the Active Early Voting List are not automatically sent an early ballot in the mail. They must choose a ballot type by either returning the 90-day notice to the county or online at BeBallotReady.Vote. They can also vote in person at any early voting or Election Day voting location. For the November 2022 Election, independent voters on the Active Early Voting List will automatically receive an early ballot in the mail unless they decline this option.
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Home & Landscape ARE YOU A RESIDENT LEAVING THE RANCH FOR THE SUMMER? It is important for the SRCA office to have your current contact information. If you would like to change your primary mailing address from your Scottsdale Ranch address to your summer address, please contact Ricki Stamos at (480) 860-2022 or by email at rstamos@scottsdaleranch.org, to have your contact information updated in our property management software. By doing this, you will be able to continue to receive important letters, mailers, invoices and the SRCA bi-monthly magazines over the coming months.
ARE YOU A BOAT OWNER ON LAKE SERENA LEAVING FOR THE SUMMER? If you are leaving for the summer, please make sure to loosen your dock line. This helps protect your boat and dock in case of an active monsoon season. Also, we’d like to suggest that if you know a neighbor who stays in town for the summer, that SRCA can contact in the event we are unable to get a hold of you regarding your boat, please call the SRCA office at (480) 860-2022 to give us their contact information. Please note that there is a Watercraft Tow Policy charge of $75.00 to homeowners who require their boats to be towed or rescued.
Monsoon Season Starts June 15th! It is important to remember that these storms come up quickly and can be severe. It’s especially dangerous while on the road.
LAKE SERENA BOAT IDENTIFICATION STICKER
Here are some safety driving tips
Attention Scottsdale Ranch Boat Owners:
• Expect the unexpected. Have extra supplies, including a fully charged cell phone, drinking water and an emergency kit in case you experience an extended highway closure. • When in doubt, wait it out! If you see a dust storm or heavy rain ahead, it’s best to exit and wait for the storm to move through the area. Get to a safe area as far off the roadway as possible. • When faced with low- or zero-visibility conditions, pull your vehicle off the road as far to the right as possible. Turn off your lights, set the parking brake, and take your foot off the brake pedal. These steps reduce the chances that other drivers mistake your vehicle as the one to follow. • Don’t risk crossing a flooded wash, even if it doesn’t look deep. Water is a powerful force that should not be underestimated. Even a few inches of running water poses a serious risk. • Do not drive around “Road Closed” signs. You risk your life and face being cited under the state’s Stupid Motorist law. • If traffic lights are out, treat an intersection just like a four-way stop. • Storm runoff can loosen boulders and rocks on slopes above highways. Stay alert in areas prone to falling rocks.
All boat owners on Lake Serena must have a SRCA boating identification sticker visibly displayed on their boat at all times. If you do not have an identification sticker, you will need to complete a Boat Sticker Application and submit it to the SRCA office to obtain one. You can find the application on the SRCA website at www. scottsdaleranch.org under Local Amenities / Lake Serena / Boating Guidelines or stop by the office and we can assist you. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the SRCA office at (480) 860-2022.
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HOME RENOVATION
The Draw of a Front Courtyard Perhaps like me, you try not to mention our glorious ‘winter’ weather when chatting with your friends and family battling snow and rain ‘back East,’ and you keep to yourself the fact that you just sipped your morning coffee on your patio while listening to the birds chirp, or enjoyed dinner al fresco. We live in Mirador, and the majority of homes here have a covered patio in the back of the house that provides a convenient setting for outdoor entertaining, meditative moments, or “working from home.” Despite having our back yard sanctuary, sometimes activities within earshot made us wish we had an alternative to our back yard patio. It is for this reason that we decided to create an enclosed courtyard in the front of our house. You may be thinking that a front yard is an odd place to seek privacy – along the street? – but in fact, there are fewer neighbors within close proximity out front, and therefore less potential noise sources. Sure, an occasional car drives by, but that’s hardly “noisy” and so brief, and much less disturbing than being within earshot of a cell phone conversation that’s too loud and too long, or listening to a barking dog in distress, being kept outside longer than it would like. Our front courtyard is truly lovely, inside and out, but it didn’t happen via a magic wand, and I do believe that thoughtful planning contributed to our positive outcome. Here are some of my suggestions. Consider how you want to use the space. Function first! Do you want dining for 8, or seating for 4 around a fire pit? Or both?! We wanted dining for 6 people and a conversation area for 4, so I took the measurements of the actual furniture I would be using and arranged it to scale on graph paper. That helped me explore my vision with accuracy and determine the overall dimensions needed for the courtyard. (The actual square footage was larger than I would have “guessed.”) Many builders will create drawings for you; you still need to provide them with your requirements, so the finished environment meets your needs. Gather ideas and inspiration. Similar to an interior renovation, the creation of a courtyard offers an opportunity to incorporate your own style into the design. It isn’t simply a “box.” I wanted specific planters and pots incorporated into the design, some favorite plants climbing the walls, and also wanted “windows” with a custom iron design, so I drew my own elevations and landscape plan as well. There are many sources of inspiration: magazines, online sites and actual courtyards; combine all the elements you like from all different sources to create your own unique design. This will result in a courtyard you love, vs. a builder’s generic plan. Keep in mind that contractors are not usually designers or mind-readers, and may not share your particular style regarding details, like light fixtures. Without direction from you, they may make assumptions and decisions based on the last job they did for someone else. Expires 1/31/21
Include the SRCA Architectural Committee and the City. A courtyard requires the approval of the Architectural Committee, based on your submission of proper forms and drawings, and possibly samples of hardscape (artificial turf or pavers, for instance). Your contractor should be able to assist with this. In addition, your contractor should coordinate with the City of Scottsdale. Initially the City told us the project did not require a permit (because the walls were “decorative garden walls,” not “retaining walls”), but a City inspector working in our neighborhood during our construction begged to differ, and hand-delivered a “stop work order.” So be prepared to greet the unexpected with patience. As with any large project, be available for questions during construction, and keep a supervisory eye on the project’s progression. In the end, our front courtyard is a new sanctuary setting, suitable for multiple uses, and a delightful alternative to the back yard patio. SR Resident, Lani McClure www.scottsdaleranch.org 11
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Attention all businesses in the Mercado at Scottsdale Ranch! If you are interested in featuring your business in our bi-monthly magazines with a coupon, please contact Genevieve Long at the Scottsdale Ranch Community Association office at 480-860-2022. This offer is free of charge.
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SRCA is committed to following state and federal fair housing laws. Neither SRCA nor any club using SRCA facilities shall discriminate in any of its activities or operations on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, familial status, or national origin. This means all SRCA residents are welcome to join any club.
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Community Center 10585 N. 100th St. Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Thursday, June 23, 2022 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. To schedule your appointment or for more information, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and use Sponsor Code: SRCA Come to give June 1-30 and get a $5 e-gift card to a merchant of your choice. Scan to be directed to RapidPass®
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PROTECT YOUR PETS FROM THE HEAT KNOW THE SIGNS OF HEAT STROKE • Red gums and tongue • Loud, rapid panting • Excessive/lack of drool • Rapid pulse • Excessive thirst • Vomiting/diarrhea
• Glazed eyes • Elevated temperature • Weakness, collapse • Seizures WHAT TO DO • Unconsciousness • 103°+ body temperature • Call your veterinarian WHAT NOT TO DO • Move your pet to a cool place • Place a cool, wet cloth on their bellies, • Do not force water ears, paws and neck • Do not leave the pet alone • Direct a fan to blow on your pet • Do not use cold water to cool your pet to avoid shock.
Q: IS IT TOO HOT TO WALK? TEST IT!
Hold your bare foot on the ground for 7 seconds
SAFE SUMMER TIPS
A:
If it’s too hot for bare feet, it’s too hot for bare paws.
1. Keep your pet indoors when possible 2. Limit outdoor exercise to early morning or evening 3. Avoid long walks, hikes and excessive play 4. Provide pets with extra, cool water sources 5. Consider dog booties for hot pavement 6. Play in the sprinklers or a kiddie pool 7. Never chain your pet
PET TRAPPED IN A CAR IF IN IMMINENT DANGER: • Call 911 • If the vehicle is locked, you may break the window using no more force than is necessary • Remain with the pet until the authorities arrive
NEVER LEAVE A PET IN THE CAR If it’s 100° outside, the inside of your car can reach 129° in just 20 minutes. Even a 75° day can be deadly in a car.
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Did You Know? • According to the National Archives, the Continental Congress actually voted for independence on July 2, 1776. And even though the written Declaration of Independence was dated July 4, it wasn't signed until August 2, 1776. • Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence. • Every 4th of July the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia is tapped – although not actually rung – 13 times in honor of the original 13 American colonies. • Almost 100 years after the Declaration of Independence, in 1870, July 4 was made an official holiday by Congress. • Fireworks are a major part of the celebrations because the first Independence Day celebration on July 4, 1777, saw Americans gathering to watch as the sky illuminated to celebrate the new nation. • Benjamin Franklin proposed the turkey as the national bird, but he was overruled by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, who recommended the bald eagle. • The Statue of Liberty ‘Enlightening the World’ is a symbol of freedom and democracy. • The stars on the original American flag were in a circle so all the Colonies would appear equal. www.scottsdaleranch.org 19
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A N E R E S E LAK S E I T I V I T AC GET OUT ON THE WATER! ALL SR RESIDENTS HAVE ACCESS TO USE SRCA'S KAYAKS, PADDLE BOAT AND CANOE, FREE OF CHARGE! MAKE YOUR RESERVATION TODAY! TAKE A RIDE IN THE SRCA PONTOON BOAT! 1 OR 2 HOUR RIDES ARE AVAILABLE FOR A FEE. SEATS UP TO 9 PASSENGERS. A DRIVER IS PROVIDED. FOOD AND DRINKS ARE PERMITTED. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL ACTIVITIES AND MUST BE MADE AT LEAST 7 DAYS IN ADVANCE. RESTRICTIONS APPLY. PLEASE CALL THE SRCA OFFICE FOR DETAILS AT (480) 860-2022.
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SRCA FALL EVENTS
SAVE THE DATES September 16th: Food Truck Friday 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. SR Community Center Parking Lot
September 30th: Movie In The Park 6:00 P.M. SR Park
October 14th: Food Truck Friday 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. SR Community Center Parking Lot
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Beware of Text Message Scam!!! By Brian Hartman, #866 Scottsdale Police Department Crime Prevention Officer, Via Linda District
Here’s what it may look like:
How to avoid falling victim to spam texts: In general, you should be extra cautious about texts from numbers that you don’t recognize, especially if the text includes a link. As these texts suggest, scammers are getting more sophisticated, and may eventually be able to mimic not just your own number but the numbers of people in your contacts. If you get suspicious texts from someone you think you know, you should be on the lookout for strange links or phrases that may seem out of character. The work of avoiding scams is only getting more difficult but being vigilant is the best way to protect yourself online. Scammers are only getting smarter, and we’ll all have to get smarter in response.
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Community Notices Vacation Watch Program Summer’s here and that means getaways. Register for the Scottsdale Police Department’s Vacation Watch program. This long-standing service allows residents to request police officers to do a drive by check on their home when they are on vacation. Checks are subject to department priority calls for service. Request needs to be submitted 48-72 hours prior to start of Vacation Watch. To submit a request please visit www.scottsdaleaz.gov and search ‘Vacation Watch Request’. Scottsdale EZ / Report a Problem Whether it’s a broken streetlight, a fresh pothole, a missing trash can, or an out-of-place scooter, our EZ online service makes it simpler for residents to report problems with city facilities or services. Scottsdale EZ allows you quickly report issues on your desktop or mobile device and provides the city with a consolidated tracking and reporting system. Please visit https:// eservices.scottsdaleaz.gov/ez.
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2022 SRCA Calendar of Events Please check with the administration office to see if the SRCA meetings will be held in person and/or via Zoom webinar. Sunday
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