Association Committees

Recreation and Fitness - Lonnie Davis ldavis@suncityorovalley.com 520-917-8073

Footwear in the Gym

What to wear: Any sort of athletic shoe (excluding soccer cleats, golf shoes, etc.) will do–whatever you find comfortable. If playing racquetball, you can get special court shoes, but otherwise a good all-around running or crosstrainer shoe will suffice for most activities in the gym.

What not to wear: Sandals, flip-flops or street shoes. When using cardio equipment or in an area with lots of heavy objects being tossed about, you want your feet covered and at least somewhat protected. Please inform your guests about our footwear policies.

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, December 14, the AFC pool and spa will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and will reopen the following morning at the regular time.

Wednesday, December 15, the Desert Oasis pool will be closed for cleaning and shock treatment and reopen the following morning at the regular time. Republic Services scov@republicservices.com www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/trash

Important reminder: Republic Services picks up between 6 AM and 6 PM on your designated trash day. 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 takes in their recycling bins. Glass is accepted for recycling. 2) Holiday schedule: Check if you need to shift setting your bins out due to a holiday. 3) Report a problem: Missed pickup? Bin damaged? Click the REPORT A PROBLEM tab, fill out our form and Republic will receive a copy.

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Go to scovaz.com > About Us > Join Email List, and complete the form. Then you’ll be in the know about all the happenings in SCOV. Active Health Chair Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com Next meeting Mon., Dec. 13, 3 PM, WC1

This month’s presentation will help us explore the latest advances in non-surgical treatments for orthopedic care, presented by Jonathan Tait, D.O., of Rejuv Medical Southwest – Oro Valley. Dr. Tait will talk about regenerative medicine including Stem Cell and PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma). He will also talk about treating the root cause of pain to rebuild your best health and life. Please join us Friday, December 17, 1 PM, at Catalina Vista.

Also, we are seeking a new leader to facilitate our Cancer Support Group which meets on the first Wednesday of the month, 4:15-5:15 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio. Day and time open to change starting in February. If interested, please contact Rita Menet or Laura Held 520-447-5170. Aquatic Fitness Center Advisory Cliff Miller 5cliff15@gmail.com First Wed., 11:30 AM, WC1

We encourage residents with ideas for the AFC committee to fill out an AFC agenda submission form. Email Cliff Miller 5cliff15@gmail.com to request the form, complete it and return the form ten days prior to the next meeting, and we will put you on the agenda. We meet Wednesday, December 1, 11:30 AM, WC1.

Architectural Review Kris Ahlstrand 510-693-5502 ARC@suncityorovalley.com Zoom meetings Second and Fourth Tue., 2 PM

A lot has happened over the past year. The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) has been busy reviewing home improvement submittals weekly, and based on homeowner submittal feedback, we have been updating SCOV’s Development Standards to make them current with the times and easier to understand.

Possible changes, pending Board of Directors approval, pertain to adding colors to roll-down shade screens that complement your home and adding a couple of window colors that are now available from window manufacturers to accommodate your design needs. Approved privacy screening is planned to be expanded, with continued respect to your neighbors’ view loss. Resin storage bins in your back patio areas may be allowed for storing patio pillows and cushions. These containers must still be hidden from street view and your neighbor. No extra-large bins to store overflow goods from your home or garage are allowed. An Approved Tree List has been added, which gives a great variety of trees that will not grow over 25 feet. And we are exploring one of the most-asked questions, “Can I paint my front door a color not included with our current paint schemes?”

These are just some of the changes we worked on in 2021 that the Board will review in the next month or two.

The ARC is listening and wants to make changes pertinent to our changing times while maintaining architectural consistency as a priority.

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) may meet the first and third Tuesdays of the month, as needed. The SCOV website will have current meeting notices. The current practice is for vaccinated members to attend in person. Non-vaccinated members and all others may attend via Zoom.

The SCOV website, (go to Members > Committees > ACRTF) provides the charter for the task force. The website also provides “A Discussion of the Existing and Future Facility Requirements for the Artisan Clubs of SCOV.” An informal working group comprised of representatives from each of the artisan clubs met over the winter of 2021 to research and write this discussion paper.

The ACRTF is now building on the previous work and will identify and work with an architect to develop a comprehensive recommendation for the renovation of this 34-year-old Artisan Center facility.

Community Directory Chair Lisa Collins 812-344-4773 scov.community.directory@gmail.com www.scovaz.com/members/services/directory

The paper phone book is still with the printer, and the publisher does not know when they will be shipped. Watch “This Week in SCOV” for updates.

Even though the paper phone book is updated just once per year, you can update your listing in our online directory at any time. The online version is updated monthly, thus always has the most current information.

Do you need someone’s email address or unit number? Those are included only in the online directory, not in the book.

To 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 may also 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 Election 2022

The Election Committee is preparing for another election cycle. Ballots will be sent mid-February. There are three director positions to be filled. At the time of submission of this this article, there were no initiatives on the ballot, but there is still time for those to be added. The vote will be electronic unless you have opted out of all electronic communications from the Association. If you vote by hard copy, the ballot must be mailed to Florida. The Association is no longer accepting ballots in the Administration office.

“Meet the Candidate” video interviews will provide the opportunity to view and listen to the candidates. There will be a web page with information listed under Member Services > Vote March 2022.

February plans are to have at least two forums where questions will be asked of the candidates so you can get a feel for their understanding of and passion for SCOV. Recordings of these forums will also be available on our website. If you would like to submit candidate questions for consideration by the Election Committee, please bring them to the Administration office.

More details on the candidates and initiatives will be provided as we get closer to the election. 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 current FBC practice is for vaccinated FBC members to attend in person. Non-vaccinated committee members and all others may attend via Zoom.

At times, 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 information on the SCOV website. Current financial information is also available on the website.

Food and Beverage Chair Wendy Hughes whughes851@hotmail.com First Mon., 2-3 PM, WC1

Our glorious weather is perfect for enjoying the terrace at The Views Restaurant. Come for breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Many of the pre-pandemic events are back for you to enjoy. The staff looks forward to serving the community. Come on down, enjoy a good meal and listen to live music on Fridays and Saturdays.

Friends of the Library Lynne Davis lynnedavis100@gmail.com Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu

It’s time to renew your Friends of the Library (FOL) membership. Your membership brings resources to the Library. Membership is $15 pp and $20/family. Renewal forms are in the Library for payments by check or cash. If you want to renew by PayPal or credit card, please contact Andrea Houston ahoust2@lsu.edu for a payment link.

On January 11, 12 and 13, we start our FOL membership drive from 9 AM-Noon in the Library lobby. Two benefits of membership are the ability to purchase tickets on the first day of sales to the SCOV Home Tour in February and also Great Reads events which are open exclusively to FOL members. The next event is Wednesday, January 12, 9 AMNoon, Catalina Vista/Mt. Kimball and Pusch Ridge.

FOL donated $1,070 to the Library on behalf of retiring Librarian, Kate Cusumano. Kate and our new Librarian, Michelle Mooney, will decide how to spend the donation for the Library. Thank you to everyone who donated in honor of to Kate’s retirement.

Doris Resident

SCOV Name Tags

Name tags with our logo are $8 each.The order form is available at scovaz.com. Log in first then >Member Services >This & That >Name Tag Order Form.

Gift Shop Co-Chairs Melanie Stinson 971-506-8655, Maxine Yunker 970-691-7990 Gift Shop 520-917-8051 Shop hours: Mon.-Fri., 10 AM-4 PM, Sat., 10 AM-1 PM www.suncityorovalley.com/gift-shop

Jo Wickberg, left, and Joan Kelley

Welcome to the holidays. Our tree is full of ornaments in addition to a second display at the entrance to the shop. Artists of the month are Jo Wickberg and Joan Kelley.

Jo loves art. After taking classes in various media, she decided to get back into making cards for sale. Jo says, “I’m now concentrating on pop-up cards. They’re fun to make. On opening the card, flowers may pop up, or maybe a big birthday cake or a large ‘Thanks.’” Another choice is making smaller cards with coordinating subject matter and putting three together to make one packet for sale.

Photographer and potter, Joan Kelley, makes decorative and functional clay items as well as photographic greeting and note cards. Although photography has been second nature nearly her whole life, a love of pottery has taken over for the past 20 years, balancing mud play with clean digital imaging.

Government Affairs Chair Don Teiser 520-333-2525 donteiser@gmail.com Second Wed., 1 PM, WC1

The nonpartisan Government Affairs Committee conducts political forums and secures speakers on issues that are of special interest to our community.

Holiday Lights Chair Linda Bretz 603-459-4219 nashuachristmas@comcast.net www.SCOVLites.com

The Holiday Lights Committee has been busy all year gearing up for this season’s expanded light exhibit. Thanks to the Sun City Vistoso Community Foundation, the Association and private donors for helping make this year’s display an even more robust show.

However, the project is not inexpensive. We rely on donations and volunteer hours to coordinate and make the decorations. This year there is a new fundraising effort to tour seven SCOV homes decorated beautifully for the holiday season.

Homes will be open Saturday, December 4, with two touring opportunities: 9 AM-Noon or 1-4 PM. Tickets are $25 pp. Masks are required for the tour. For ticket availability, call Linda Bretz 603-459-4219 and check our new website for further details at www.SCOVLites.com. Come be inspired and enjoy getting into the holiday spirit. Loan Room - Community Assistance Chair Gay Russell Third Thu., 3 PM, WC1 (currently not meeting) Loan Room hours: Tue., Thu., 8-9 AM www.suncityorovalley.com/members/services/loan-room/

The Loan Room, located at the end of the Cart Barn, is open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8-9 AM. The Loan Room is a free service to all SCOV residents. Walk-ins are always welcome to borrow equipment or make reservations for a future date on the website. We have many medical items, usually for a two-month loan, including wheelchairs, walkers, shower seats, commodes, toilet risers and miscellaneous items. We also have tables, chairs, rollaway beds, mattresses, etc., for two-week loans. Our children’s items include car seats, strollers, Pack ‘n Plays, cots and some toys. Please come and look around or visit our website to view what we have available. Please make reservations for any non-emergency item needed around holidays as these can be limited in number.

Thank you to all who answered our call for volunteers. You are greatly appreciated.

Special Note from the Community Assistance Committee (CAC)

Some good things never change. The CAC Loan Room has been assisting residents with their medical equipment needs and equipment for visits from grandchildren, family and friends for over 30 years. Other changes may cause some disruption and yet those changes end up enhancing our lives. The renovation of the Activity Center comes to mind. While the Loan Room will continue to serve residents, this renovation will result in the cancellation of the 2022 Annual CAC Pancake Breakfast and also, temporarily, the closing of the aluminum can collection program. There is just no other facility in the area that can handle the needs of the pancake breakfast and the can collections.

The Loan Room financially depends on the annual pancake breakfast proceeds, the revenue from the can collection program and individual donations. Cancelling these events, even temporarily, is not desirable; however, it is necessary. We look forward to resuming both activities. We will, however, continue to make the Loan Room and its equipment available. Anyone wishing to make a cash or check donation is welcome to drop it off at the Loan Room during normal hours on Tuesday or Thursday between 8 and 9 AM.

Gay Russell CAC Chair

Long Range Planning Chair Sharon Kennedy kennesk@comcast.net Second and Fourth Wed., 10 AM, on Zoom

The purpose of our committee is to develop and recommend to the Board a rolling 5 to 10-year plan to maintain and further enhance the quality of life for current residents, while ensuring SCOV remains competitive in attracting active, involved people to our community. Committee documents, past agendas, minutes and our Request Project Consideration form are available on the SCOV website. Our meetings are open to all residents. Due to the holiday schedule, we will not be meeting December 22.