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Association Committees
2A Jan Nissley Murphy 3 John & Louise Everett 3 William Wright 5 Gloria Binetti 5 Tom & Sharon Phillips 6 Raymond & Tammy Barnett 6 David Bernott 6 Kurtis & Lisa Rupe 7 Mont Roper 9 Diane Carpenter 9 John & Susan Ferrell 9 Tex Ray & Valerie Lines 10 Ingrid Cox & Norman Mayer 10 Jeffrey & Sonja Maxwell 10 Stan & Bev Lundgaard 10 James & Karen Haughney 17 Randy & Vicki Brull ME Spokane, WA Palmyra, VA Valhalla, NY WI Chico, CA Rockford, MI Pleasant Hill, CA Tulsa, OK Oro Valley, AZ Brush Prairie, WA Marysville, WA
Redmond, WA Mukilteo, WA Lake Geneva, WI Keshena, WI
SCOV Library - Michelle Mooney www.suncityorovalley.com/amenities-facilities/library Online catalog: https://evolveopac.infovisionsoftware.com/suncityorovalley mmooney@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8083
Did you know our wonderful community library has a small children’s section?
We just finished updating this collection and have added some fantastic Southwestern-themed children’s books, as well as some new popular authors. New titles just added include: The Gum Chewing Rattler, Guess Who is in the Desert, and Cactus Hotel. Many of our desk volunteers previously worked in a library or a classroom and are more than happy to make book suggestions for younger visitors at SCOV.
New donations to our video section include “Star Wars Episodes I-VIII” in addition to Ag- Top: Little readers enjoy the children’s section. atha Christie’s “Poirot” Bottom: A few of our new children’s books series, starring David Suchet, in which a renowned Belgian detective solves the most challenging cases of the Art Deco era.
Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073
Slowing Muscle Decay as You Age
Your whole life, you probably heard that age-related muscle atrophy, also called sarcopenia, is inevitable. Yet you have probably seen people well into their senior years who have incredible muscle mass and strength. How is that possible? The truth is that while some muscle atrophy can be expected over time, anyone can improve muscle agility and response. This includes a great-grandmother in her 70s, as well as a college student in his 20s. In fact, everyone needs to learn how to slow sarcopenia because having strong, reliable muscles is important for a healthy, long life. The key to keeping muscle atrophy at bay lies in a structured exercise program, not a haphazard one. Though lifting weights occasionally is better than never lifting at all, people need to systematically engage in strength training if they want to see long-term benefits.
Special Note From the Aquatic and Fitness Center (AFC)
Contact Lonnie Davis, AFC Coordinator, to discuss questions or concerns with the AFC. Hours of operation for the AFC and Desert Oasis are on page 2.
Tuesday, April 12, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time.
Wednesday, April 13, the Desert Oasis pool will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time.
All SCOV trash and recycle pickups take place on Monday. Don’t forget: Republic Services picks up between 6 AM and 6 PM on Mondays. You must have your trash and recycle bins out at 6 AM or you risk a missed pickup.
SCOV has a dedicated customer service representative with Republic Services. Many of you are aware of the labor challenges the country is currently experiencing, and Republic Services highly encourages residents to email any service issues, rather than telephone, in order to receive the best service. Our representative can be reached at scov@ republicservices.com. This email is listed on the Republic magnet you received in your annual dues mailing.
Visit our web page where you can find the following information: 1) Recycling: View a video and web page on what Republic accepts in their recycling bins. Glass is accepted for recycling. 2) Holiday schedule: Check when you need to shift setting your bins out due to a holiday. 3) Report a problem: Missed pickup? Bin damaged? Click the Report Missed Pickup tab, fill out our form and Republic will receive a copy.
Active Health Chair Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Next meeting Mon., Mar. 14, 3 PM, WC1
Aquatic Fitness Center Advisory Cliff Miller 5cliff15@gmail.com First Wed., 11:15 AM, WC1
We encourage residents with ideas for the Aquatic & Fitness Center (AFC) Committee to fill out an AFC agenda submission form. Email Cliff Miller to request the form. Complete and return the form ten days prior to the next meeting, and we will put you on the agenda.
Architectural Review Kris Ahlstrand 510-693-5502 ARC@suncityorovalley.com Zoom meetings Second and Fourth Tue., 2 PM
The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) meets on a regular basis with homeowners about their plans for expanding the footprint of their home. In the recent past, we have been made aware of a few contractors asking for a large deposit before the project has been brought before the committee. If you are planning an exterior home improvement project, please be sure to contact the ARC before spending money or signing a contract. ARC members at arc@suncityorovalley.com are here for you.
You can also consult the SCOV Consumer Referral List for a reliable vendor. Ask your neighbors to give a recommendation on work they had done, or talk to residents who have completed a project similar to the one you are contemplating. These are other ways to make sure you are getting reliable contractors. Remember, buyer beware.
Artisan Center Renovation Task Force Chair Tim Kelley tkelleyscov@gmail.com See SCOV calendar for meeting dates, time and location
The Artisan Center Renovation Task Force (ACRTF) meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month as needed. The SCOV website will have current meeting notices. The current ACRTF practice is for vaccinated ACRTF members to attend in person. Non-vaccinated committee members and all others may attend via Zoom.
An updated version of “A Discussion of the Existing and Future Facility Requirements for the Artisan Clubs of SCOV” is available on the SCOV website.
The SCOV website (go to Members > Committees > ACRTF) provides the ACRTF Charter and other information for the task force.
Community Directory Chair Lisa Collins 812-344-4773 scov.community.directory@gmail.com www.scovaz.com/members/services/directory
SCOV pays nothing for the paper directory: The publisher finances it with ad revenue. Now, most people use the Internet, so fewer businesses buy ads in directories. Let the advertisers know that you appreciate their ads and keep your fingers crossed for next year. If the publisher can’t continue, we will need to decide if we want to pay for a paper directory ourselves.
Did you know our directory is also on the SCOV website? Find your neighbors’ names, or all the people from your hometown, or whatever you seek. The incremental search box will display results as you type.
Are you included in the directory? New homeowners are unlisted by default. To add or update your listing in the directory, the preferred method is to complete the online form “Change your directory listing.” Otherwise, you can fill out an orange card at the Welcome Center.
Consumer Referral - Vendor List Susanna Moran scovconsumerservices@gmail.com
The Vendor List is on the SCOV website. After logging in, go to Members > Member Services > Consumer Referral Vendor List.
The Vendor List also may be viewed at the monitor’s desk at Catalina Vista during business hours (during Activity Center renovation). Please check the Vendor List often, as changes are made frequently.
Vendors should email Susanna Moran to inquire about applying to be on the Vendor List. Election Visit www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/vote-2022/ for information
Election Results
Vote results were reported Tuesday, March 22. The newly elected Directors are: Elaine Deeter, Tim Kelley and Rocky Gedrose, all for three-year terms. On May 1, the Board will consist of Ronna Heinig, Mike LaBarbera, Allan Mashburn, Terry McFadden, Elaine Deeter, Tim Kelley and Rocky Gedrose. We wish to thank the outgoing directors Jim Mitchell, Chris Ludwig and Howard Schulz.
Finance-Budget Chair Tim Kelley tkelleyscov@gmail.com Quarterly Zoom meetings on Mondays. Check SCOV calendar for dates and times.
The Finance-Budget Committee (FBC) meetings are typically held quarterly. The FBC meeting practice is to allow FBC members and up to 15 residents to attend in person. All others may attend via Zoom. The SCOV website provides the Zoom link.
When necessary, the FBC will meet more frequently (e.g., budget preparation, audit results and when information is requested by the Board of Directors). Find meeting dates, times, location and other information on the SCOV website. Current financial information is also available on the website.
The FBC will be meet Monday, April 25, 2 PM, to review the quarterly financials and other items.
Food and Beverage Chair Wendy Hughes whughes851@hotmail.com First Thu., 2-3 PM, WC1
Friends of the Library Lynne Davis lynnedavis100@gmail.com Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu
A huge shout-out and thank you to all the Home Tour owners and volunteer docents. Returning this very popular event to SCOV was highly successful and loads of fun. The day was perfect, the homes were beautiful and ideas for updating our homes were plentiful. If you have a remodel in the near future, please think about letting us add it to the tour next year.
Want to get out of the house for a while mid-week? How does hanging out with friends, sharing laughs, food and drinks while playing a few friendly rounds of bingo sound? Best yet, you can win a book. The Friends of the Library (FOL) is sponsoring Book B-I-N-G-O every third Wednesday of the month. Open to the whole community, the fun kicks off this month on Wednesday, April 20, 3-4 PM, WC3. Your cash donation of $5 pp at the door will support the SCOV Library. Bring your own nibbles and drink. Use Sign-Up Genius on the FOL page to reserve your spot or call Sherry Small 520308-5735. Masks appreciated but not required.
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