Woodbridge LIFE

W oodbridge Volume 2 ▪ Issue 10

October

Mike Hamiel shares his ride-a-long experience with the Manteca Police Department. Page 15

Bedford and Hancock . . . 6 Bridge Scores . . . . . . . . 6

Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Committees . . . . . . . . . 37 Viewpoint . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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Photos by Bob Abreu.

ABOVE: Loretta and Ed Vincent follow clues to lead them to the first rally point in the Wheels of Woodbridge Poker Run and Rally held on Saturday, September 22.

RIGHT: Nadine Cimoli and her grandson (on left) won first place with the best poker hand and Betty and Carl Willhoft (right) correctly answered 12 of 14 questions about Manteca and Woodbridge to edge past four teams who tied with 11 correct answers.

Trivia questions included, “Who founded Manteca?” and “What year did Pulte break ground at Woodbridge?”

Answers: Joshua Cowell. 2005.

Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

By Deb Ristau

We’ve included stories about the first golf cart and bicycle rally, Larry Schneider’s first skydive, Mike Hamiel’s first ride-a-long with the Manteca Police Department, Ellen Bryant’s first time on the shooting range, Britt-Marie Jacobson Bogue’s first hunt for a bighorn ram, the first Woodbridge Walk-A-Thon for breast cancer and Karla Hoyer’s first restaurant review.

HOOK’EM & BOOK’EM

Activities . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Woodbridge LIFE celebrates first year The Woodbridge LIFE team is celebrating the first year of the newspaper with many communitywide ‘firsts’ throughout this edition.

Directors Bill Barnhart and Denise Drewry address concerns about tournament request. Page 2

Inside

October ▪ 2012

COMMUNITY CONCERNS

Carol Jo Hargreaves shares the experience of her husband Larry Schneider’s first jump from an airplane. Pages 20 and 21

Your Life. Your Community. Your News.

Three Cheers for ‘Firsts’

Happy Halloween

FIRST TIME TO SKYDIVE

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Trying to please all of the people all of the time

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irst, I would like to thank all residents who attended the Policy & Procedures Committee meeting, September 13, and residents who responded to requests for comments regarding the “tournament issue.” Your commitment to this community is evident in your actions and Bill Barnhart depth of your emotions on this Resident Director topic. Many of you sent emails or other written comments to one of your Resident Directors to ensure your voice was heard. Thank you for your commitment to keeping this the best Del Webb community there is.

The meeting September 13 was not intended to be a final review. The Policy & Procedures Committee will continue to listen to resident comments at their October 11 meeting. Now that these pertinent issues and concerns are on the table, I hope we can have an honest and open discussion without rumors, innuendos or arbitrary and prejudicial intent from either side of the tournament question.

At some point in the near future, all concerns expressed to your Resident Directors and during the Policy & Procedures Committee meetings will be made available for review. In the interim, it is important to understand the general feelings of the community at this point. Combining communications received by both Resident Directors and removing duplicates, as of September 14, we have received approximately 161 written responses representing approximately the same number of households, plus numerous additional telephone calls. With approximately 700 homes closed, that equates to 23% of all households populated, which is a much larger percentage poll than is used to accurately predict the response of the American electorate regarding any major national issue.

Of the 161 communications, 143 (88.8%) were opposed to tournaments, 6 (3.7%) were in a wait-and-see mode and 12 (7.5%) were in favor. Considering there could be some measure of difference on the categorization of these communications, it would most likely not make a substantive difference in the results. We all need to understand that people can change their minds for good cause. However, with 88.8% of the responses being opposed to hosting tournaments, I believe it is my responsibility as your elected director to represent the majority of the community.

SEE

BARNHART, PAGE 25

Denise Drewry Resident Director

enjoy may be threatened.

he Policy and Procedures Committee meeting held Thursday, September 13, had more people than I have seen attend, even more than the yearly Board meeting.

I was very happy to have such a great attendance so that everyone had a chance to hear for themselves the subcommittee’s report. There have been many concerns, rumors and outright fear that the Woodbridge lifestyle we

For clarification, let me state that a group of residents representing the Softball Club asked if they could HOST a tournament (competitive event).

When residents bring a request or concern to the P&P Committee, we do not make an arbitrary decision.

Hence, a subcommittee was formed in order to evaluate the pros, cons, liabilities, feasibility and general impact of the request on the entire community.

That subcommittee presented the first draft of its findings on September 13 to the P&P Committee. Let me reiterate: This is an initial draft and one that may be amended based on input from any and all concerned residents. Many concerns were shared on September 13 and it is likely that we can expect many more at our next meeting, October 11.

IF and WHEN the P&P Committee believes the report/proposal should move forward to the Board for a decision, we will ask the Board to submit the final proposal to all residents for a vote, before approving or disapproving the change in policy.

It is imperative to rest assured that this proposal does NOT allow outside groups (like Little League or high school teams or the general public) to use our facilities. The proposal can be specific to the area, such as outside amenities only, and/or to the number of participants allowed. Currently, our softball and pickleball groups HOST other teams to play against our teams, one-on-one. The draft proposal is currently written to allow these groups to add a maximum of two visiting teams into the competition. If approved as currently written, fees will be charged to the teams, and the sponsoring club or group is responsible for all costs, supplies and repairs AND must monitor and control the behavior of ALL non-residents participating and/or attending the event.

This draft proposal, IF approved, is written to be implemented on a trial basis for one year only. This SEE

DREWRY, PAGE 25

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Kayo’s Corner . . .

the process works:

Step One – The Executive Director creates a thorough budget draft based on numerous factors including the current operational budget and its substantiated accuracy, year-to-date expenditures compared to budget, year-end anticipated accruals, twelve month actual operational spending, forecasted needs anticipated during the course of 2013 in 30 Within the WOA, a to 40 different line items, few major events or many of which involve processes also take sub-categories, and special place each year in the funding needs identified fall. First is the annual through the Asset General Membership Acquisition process. When meeting which was the draft is complete, it held in late September. is comprised of not only To put it simply, this actual proposed amounts Kayo Armstrong meeting was a “recap” but also encompasses Executive Director of the business activities historical data and, most of the prior year and a importantly, substantiated glimpse into upcoming business assumptions for each dollar amount matters. I trust that all interested represented. How every penny of members were able to attend. your monthly dues is spent is of utmost importance, so this first step The second major activity that is crucial to the foundation of the typically happens in the fall, if necessary, is an election of directors following procedures. which also occurs at the General Step Two – The Finance Membership meeting. This regular and Property & Grounds (P&G) type of election was not needed Committees review the budget draft this year as both of your Resident with the most critical of eyes to Directors, Bill Barnhart and Denise ensure we’re capturing accurately Drewry, still have one more year any possible factors which may affect to fulfill their two-year terms. The the 2013 operating budget. While balance of the five-member Board of the P&GC is extremely helpful in Directors is comprised of Developer identifying needs, future projects members who are appointed or maintenance aspects requiring

by Pulte rather than through budgetary inclusion, the Finance membership elections.

Committee examines the draft from The third crucial business process a financial perspective, ensuring the reasoning of assumptions is in line that takes place this time of year with both the proposed spending and in the WOA is the annual budget available resources. We are very review to develop the next calendar year’s operational financial forecast. fortunate to have residents Dave Ristau and George Jones on the This process is one of the most Finance Committee, who contribute important and highly scrutinized outstanding financial management ones, as the final Board-approved experience and expertise to the budget defines how your monthly process. Also participating in this dues will be allocated the following year’s process is the WOA Finance year.

Committee Chair, Christine Carlson While each step is much more who also serves Pulte Homes as comprehensive, detailed and timeconsuming than indicated here, the following is a bird’s-eye view of how SEE PAGE 16

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utumn greetings! I don’t know where 2012 has gone so quickly, but here we are approaching the end of yet another fantastic year at Woodbridge! With Halloween candy filling retail shelves, Thanksgiving turkey promotions at local stores and holiday decorations beginning to appear, we look forward to the next season.

KAYOs CORNER,

Each month I spend about 40 hours preparing the next edition of Woodbridge LIFE for press.

I read each article, write Deb Ristau headlines and Editor, Woodbridge LIFE photo captions, plan the layout, prep photographs, and double check everything for accuracy. I then write an editorial viewpoint hoping to tie the hodgepodge of stories together to fit our monthly theme and provide some sort of enlightened message.

As we toast our first year in production, our publication team is confident the paper is here to stay.

Our first edition, October 2011, was 20 pages and I wrote that “Our goal at Woodbridge LIFE is to be an innovative, entertaining and inspiring publication that celebrates the lives and achievements of our residents.” I believe we’re doing that. We do it with many talented volunteers.

Bob Abreu first captured the spirit of this community with his Canon EOS 50D. Kayo Armstrong harnesses advertising dollars, writes heartwarming stories and chairs the Publication Committee. Sharon Bayer wrote our first resident profile sharing the poignant story of Trudy DeGroot. Sharyl Burgeson and Carol Jo Hargreaves continue to be two of the best copy editors and style-sticklers any journalist or newspaper editor could hope to find. Karla Hoyer delivers a monthly fashionista-diva look at sports and is now ready to tackle the role of restaurant critic. Anne Madrid gave us hours of enjoyment sharing How We Met stories, New Resident features, drama activities and more. Dodie Miller keeps us up-to-date with information about the many activities shceduled each day. Pepper Noble takes time to create a unique, apropos cartoon featuring her loveable characters, Bedford and Hancock. Jeanne Thomas assists in the role of devil’s

Page 3 • October 2012 advocate to assure we deliver a balanced publication that pleases most, offends few, keeps residents informed and looks good, too. Me? I reap the rewards of working with these amazing people each month.

When this month’s theme of ‘Firsts,’ was chosen, none of us realized this would be the first Woodbridge LIFE to address a controversial news story raising blood pressure. While some residents are oblivious to the whole brouhaha over ‘tournaments,’ others are handing out leaflets.

Looking at the bigger picture, I believe there are three forces that drive human social behavior; a) Politics - We establish governments to make laws and enforce them. The workplace mirrors this system. b) Economics - Next, we are controlled by incentives. We reward good behavior and penalize for infractions. This is instilled from the time we are youngsters, receiving an allowance for completing chores or getting ‘grounded’ for misbehaving. c) Community - Finally, I believe social behavior is controlled by the common goal of a particular social ‘community,’ be that religion, work or a support group. Humans in a social ‘community’ generally adhere to the common goals of the group.

We face a crossroads. The decision regarding tournaments is not about life and death. Still, it is extremely important to those involved. It will not be the decision, but the decision-making process, that tests the strength of our community – precisely because we are different. Our ability to discuss controversial community issues to overcome obstacles and foster understanding, depends on our ability to interact without the benefit of being like-minded.

This is not a hill for waging wars. In the long run, this is likely one of many disagreements. Let’s resolve to move forward, seek greater heights and to always put friendship and fellowship above our differences.

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Don St. Lawrence

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Neighbors Helping Neighbors Neighborhood Watch

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Bill Goodwin

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WOODBRIDGE WALK-A-THON FOR BREAST CANCER

By Dodie Miller

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ark your calendar for Sunday, October 7, and plan to participate in the Woodbridge Walk-A-Thon for Breast Cancer. We will start from the Clubhouse at 9 a.m. The walk will take us for 1.5 miles on sidewalks through our community. Sidewalks will be marked with pink balloons to guide us along. Water will be provided and contributions to the American Cancer Society will be accepted and donated in the Woodbridge community’s name.

Please sign up at the front desk and GO PINK! Other Local Interest Groups Contact List Group

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Barbara Silva

209-824-0262

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Second Chance Band

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Senior Bowling League

Christian Men’s Fellowship

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1 pm

Red Hat Ladies

Mel Reynolds

Claudia Watkins

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Games

 BRIDGE By Don St. Lawrence

AUG 27: Robi Cornelius 6900; Lee Stern 4950; Don St. Lawrence 4530; Judy McNamara 4340.

SEPT 3: Kathy Comden 5080; Dave Ristau 4770; Jeannie Grinsell 4570; Janet Webster 4230.

SEPT 10: Nancy Compton 5890; Ted Rupert 4620; Kathy Comden 4020; Grace Pasion 3720.

SEPT 17: Don Harris 4610; Grace Pasion 4060; Letha Watson 3990; Kathy Comden 3760.

 BOCCE By Carol Pfoutz

BOCCE BALL TIME CHANGE Games to start at 2 p.m. on Sundays

The bocce ball players have been meeting at 6 p.m., Sundays.

Now that winter is coming, the meeting time for the group has been changed to start earlier in the day. Join us on the bocce ball courts at 2 p.m. to enjoy an afternoon of friends and fun.

If you have questions, feel free to contact me at 209-239-0387.

 GOLF

By Karla Hoyer & Sharyl Burgeson

PETE RILEY GOLF TOURNAMENT Twenty-four Woodbridge residents participated in the third annual Pete Riley Memorial Putting Tournament last August

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and raised $845 to donate to the American Cancer Society, according to Mike Wedlake, organizer.

“Pete passed away from a long battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) on Easter Sunday, 2010. A few of his golfing buddies and I initiated a memorial putting tournament in his honor and, also, for all cancer victims,” said Mike.

The tournament was comprised of men’s and women’s divisions and teams were coupled by a blind draw. At the end of the day, everyone met on the Lakeview Clubhouse patio for a potluck, raffle and announcement of tournament winners.

Winners in the women’s division were Nina Wedlake and Betty Willhoft. Dan Nieri and Paul Miller earned first place honors in the men’s division.

Raffle prize donors included:

Steve Dillman, Steve’s Mobile Sunscreens, four $25 gift certificates

Don Beal, assistant teaching pro, Manteca Park Golf Course, two golf lessons

Frank Guinta, Uncle Frank’s Grill, Manteca Park Golf Course, lunch for four in coffee shop Helen and Roland Noghla, Parklane Cleaners, $25 gift certificate

Kris Hillman, Happy Feet, $35 foot care certificate Shelly Kohl, Nu Skin Scar Treatment, $75 mini-facial

Michelle Weems, Rise and Shine, $40 certificate toward housecleaning

Geno and Jacque Andrews, Woodbridge residents, gift basket Craig and Karla Hoyer, Woodbridge residents, gift basket Delicato Winery, Six bottles of wine

Dan and Birdie Nieri, Woodbridge residents, gift basket Mike and Debbie Machado, Bent Creek Winery, Woodbridge residents, two bottles of wine

Garry and Jane Kerr, Woodbridge residents, case of wine Mike and Nina Wedlake, Woodbridge residents, case of wine

Dennis and Jackie Rudy, Woodbridge residents, bling cap plus accessories

www.ourwoodbridge.net Those donating checks to the American Cancer Society included: Mike and Nina Wedlake, Jean Benner, Dodie Miller, Dan and Birdie Nieri, Paul Miller, Lynn Wallace, Craig and Karla Hoyer, Garry and Jane Kerr, Don and Margo Dryden and Ron and Sharon Kreitzer.

Others donating included: Robert and Karen Perrin, Gary and Faye Breshears, Laneia Bolle, Vern and Carol Edgren, Roger and Linda LaPresle, Carl and Betty Willhoft, Walter and LaMerle Peterson and Uniglove Professional Travel.

Helping Mike organize the tournament this year were Garry and Jane Kerr, Craig Hoyer, Sam LaRussa, Dan Nieri and Nina Wedlake.

WINNERS: Women’s Division:

Nina Wedlake and Betty Willhoft

Men’s Division:

Paul Miller and Dan Nieri

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By Butch Larson

e are into the final month of our two-part softball season for 2012. Each of the three-month segments has provided excitement and enjoyment for our players and fans. Volunteers have added to the quality of our experience by assuring we have a healthy field, safe equipment, and satisfying fare at the snack bar. Umpires, scorekeepers and announcers have also done a great job umpiring the games and keeping everyone informed.

Dave Reed will be taking over management of the Diamond Gals women’s team for the balance of the season, replacing Al Sanchez who has resigned. Al continues to play for the Silver Sluggers and has now joined the ranks of the umpiring squad. We thank Al for all his hard work in overseeing the Diamond Gals for the past couple of years.

It has been a year since the Woodbridge Senior Softball Charter Club (WSSC) was established as a “Charter Club” under the WOA. The request to form a “Club” included establishing bylaws and a set of officers to manage the program.

Ten officer-level positions were created and filled by volunteers who were duly elected at last year’s annual meeting in October. It was determined that officers would serve two-year terms beginning in January and running for 24 months.

Five officer-level positions are coming up for replacement at the end of 2012. The positions to be voted on in October will be: President, Communications, WSSC Events Coordinator, Diamond Gals Chairman and Operations. Position descriptions are as follows: 1) President shall supervise and control all of the business affairs of the club and will serve as an exofficio member of all committees.

2) Communications shall advise and consult with the president and be responsible for communications

and scheduling. This officer will perform the duties of the president in his/her absence.

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5) Operations shall be in charge of the daily operations of the snack bar during games and special events or fund raising. All monies collected will be turned over to the Finance Officer.

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he WSSC sincerely thanks those officers leaving their positions: President - Rudy Salvador, Communications - Butch Larson, WSSC Events Coordinator - Jerry Monares, Diamond Gals Chairmen - Al Sanchez and Dave Reed and Operations - Kathy Dezotte.

Members of the WSSC continuing for another year of service are: Disciplinary - Bob Perrin, Secretary Charlene Haywood, Financial - Karla Hoyer, Field Maintenance - Perry Gibson and Head Umpire - Vern Mendes.

The WSSC Nomination Committee is currently developing a list of candidates for the open positions. If you are interested in running for one of them, please contact one of our Nomination Committee members: WSSC members - Bob Perrin and Karla Hoyer; at large members Arlene Lopez, Shirley McGuire, Bob Naquin and Joe Heaney.

Voting will take place October 27 through 31. Members may pick up ballots at games on Saturday, October 27 or 31, or from your head coach or any Nomination Committee member.

Election results will be announced at our November meeting.

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 FITNESS

 WINE 101

By Jon Ford

By Paul E. Serpa

Personal Fitness Instructor

CARDIO BUMP

Now that you have been performing the same cardio program for some time, it is time to BUMP IT UP! There are four ways to do this: • • • •

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Wednesday, October 3 6 - 8:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Clubhouse

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lease join us for our next Wine 101 event on Wednesday, October 3, from 6 - 8:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Clubhouse.

Speed Distance Length of time Intensity

Don’t be afraid to go faster as you do not have to go faster for the full length of your workout. Try to increase speed in 30-second increments. You can run fast for 30 seconds and then slow to a walk to recover. Repeat.

Go long. Increasing your total distance is another way to bump up your cardio and burn more calories.

If you are walking or running, try going farther every other workout.

Whatever your cardio activity of choice, work on increasing five to ten minutes longer every other workout.

To bump up the intensity of your cardio, increase the incline on your treadmill, walk up a hill or use a higher gear on your bicycle or elliptical machine.

Following these guidelines will help you safely bump up your cardio, increase your caloric burn and help you to lose more weight.

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For this event please bring: • Your wine glasses • A bottle of anything but chardonnay or cabernet sauvignon to share • An appetizer to share

We will have a brief class at the start of the event focusing on reading a wine label and tips for ordering wines in restaurants.

To sign up for the event, call Jon Ford at 209-815-9803. If no answer, leave your first and last name and the number in your party as well as your phone number. Space is limited to 50 participants. Hope to see you there.

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By Marie Evans

oodbridge Book Club met last month and we were fortunate to have not one, not two, but three new residents at our meeting. Thank you, Becky Hess, Sandy Young and Penny Dauler. We enjoyed meeting

all of you and hearing what you thought about our September book of the month. I hope we see you again and have a chance to read some of the books you may suggest for next year.

It is impossible to read every book, impossible to know all the books that have been written and sometimes very difficult for me to find books to read that are outside of the genre that I usually read. So, thanks to all of you who have suggested books for our club to read. You have certainly expanded my reading experience for the good.

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ur book for September was EAST OF EDEN by John Steinbeck and presented by me, Marie Evans.

EAST OF EDEN is unique in many, many ways, one of which is that it is set in nearby Salinas Valley where John Steinbeck grew up.

Some of the characters and families in the book were based on relatives and neighbors of his. We all agreed this is a very complex book and worth the read.

Not only is EAST OF EDEN full of drama and humanity, but it also has a lot of psychological meat, biblical hints, and the author uses excerpts from and references to ALICE IN WONDERLAND to give glimpses into the strange mind of one of his main characters, Cathy. It ends with the Hebrew word, ‘timshel,’ which means ‘thou mayest.’ This phrase is very powerful when taken in the context of the book.

I think everyone agreed the main theme is one of good and evil and relies heavily on the story of Cain and Abel. Everyone had also read this book earlier in their lives and agreed they found much more in reading it after a lifetime of experiences.

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The book was made into a television special, and soon after it was published, it was made into a movie,

www.ourwoodbridge.net giving James Dean his first movie role. I think all of us who have read this book would agree it is an easy book to read and not difficult to understand although the subject matter, as presented, is complex. Everyone either gave it a score of 4 or 5 with 5 being the highest score we use.

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he large house in the Salinas Valley in which John Steinbeck grew up is still there and now houses a restaurant near the National Steinbeck Center, a museum dedicated to preserving the Steinbeck legacy. I hope I am able to organize a trip to this museum before winter for anyone who is interested. I have never visited it although I have always enjoyed reading Steinbeck.

Our schedule for the rest of the year is as follows: In October Carol Goodwin will lead a discussion of THE HUNGER GAMES, written by Suzanne Collins (I understand this is the first book in a trilogy).

In November, Reneé St. Lawrence will lead our discussion of MOLOKA’I, written by Alan Brennert.

December will be our no-host Christmas luncheon.

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nyone with an interest in reading is welcome and encouraged to come to our monthly meetings. We read the book before it is presented and discuss it at the monthly meeting to which it is assigned.

Great reading, one and all.

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The Other Team

By Karla Hoyer

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he day was Wednesday, and it was a beautiful day at our Woodbridge complex. I was greeted at the Softball Field by the smell of freshly brewed coffee along with the wonderful aroma of doughnuts. I can’t think of a better way to begin the day.

This month I decided to try a new way of reporting sports. I went shopping and bought a new outfit to wear as a spectator and not as a player. The greatest part of this was I didn’t have to worry about a certain style or ruining my manicure or ending up with hat hair. I went to the ball field to join the announcers in the booth and learn firsthand what it took to do their jobs. We have never done a story on the dedication it takes from the volunteers in the softball announcing booth. I was extremely impressed with the style and professionalism they each put into the tasks at hand.

I got the feeling I was back in St. Louis listening to a Cardinals’ game on the radio, with the one and only Harry Caray doing the announcing.

The voice I was hearing was that of Woodbridge’s very own Reno Cortesi who sounds like a professional from way back. I refer to Reno as “the man of Woodbridge with the golden voice.” You can find him on the ball field most Wednesdays, six months of the year. Reno announces each play and talks about every player on the field. He also makes announcements and reminds everyone of the upcoming Woodbridge events.

Reno asked everyone to stand for the national anthem, and Mary Salvador began playing the music.

As I looked out across the field, I could see cars stop and people get off their bikes to show respect for this wonderful country we live in.

Mary Salvador keeps the stats for every player on the field and plays songs that go with their

personalities. Mary does very little talking because her job requires keeping the line-up straight, and she is always checking with the umpires for the calls to ensure accuracy.

Mary has been doing this job for four years and counting and is very much appreciated by all of the softball players and fans. Mary’s music gets the fans involved in the game, and, at times, you will see them up and dancing. On rare occasions between games, you might see Mary line dancing in the booth with a big smile on her face.

Glenda Mohrman is responsible for keeping the electronic scoreboard on the field accurate. If there is a mistake, Glenda is reminded by the players and the fans because everyone stays in the game at all times. Glenda has been a volunteer for three years. She started out as a player on the Diamond Gals and gave that up to help in the booth so she could stay involved in the softball program.

I began asking questions during each break in the play on the field to find out more about the announcers who work so diligently throughout the season. I asked Reno if he had ever taken voice lessons and he said he “Never had.”

My next question was did he ever consider announcing professionally?

Reno told me he had gone to San Francisco several times for testing but that nothing ever came out of it. In 1968 Reno was offered a job as a disc jockey in Scottsdale, Arizona.

He stated that the salary offered to him would not support his family so he had to move on to a new career. I feel this was a big loss to the baseball world. I think Reno could have been

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better than Harry Caray or Vin Scully as an announcer.

I asked Glenda Mohrman where she received her training, and she stated she had “studied at Harvard and was completely qualified for the job of scorekeeper.”

Glenda brings humor and laughter to the booth every Wednesday morning, no matter what the weather is. Glenda has lived in Woodbridge five years and is also very active in yoga and personal training.

Mary Salvador is the statistician for the softball league and also the secretary for the president of the league. These jobs keep her very busy and on the go most of the time.

Mary begins her day by putting the flag out so all of us can fully enjoy watching it wave during the national anthem and throughout the day.

Mary can also be found taking line dancing lessons every week at the Clubhouse.

Shades of White

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By Pepper Noble

e have a new water fowl that has made a home at Lake Rockwell. There is a beautiful white duck that enjoys our patio parties and likes to watch all our grandchildren fish at the lake. She has taken our two teenage wild ducks under her wing, and the three of them are inseparable. If you look carefully, you can find the duck egg that was photographed on our property. The duck and the egg appeared at the same time. Say hello to the ducks but please do not feed them as it is not allowed and please do not physically disturb the egg if you find it.

Woodbridge Softball on Saturday brings a new line-up. Mary Salvador is still at work on the score book and never seems to take a day off. Jackie Rudy announces the play-by-play and Matt Madrid works the scoreboard.

Jackie has a very different style of announcing, and she is fantastic, too. She started out as a player and then became a coach before becoming an announcer. Jackie gets the pleasure of announcing the ladies’ games as well as the men’s games and keeps the laughter going on and off the field. Matt Madrid retired as a player and now aids the league in many ways on and off the field.

Matt’s retirement was a great loss to the Woodbridge Softball League for he was an excellent player and is very much missed.

My next sports venue is one I have not done for many years, and I am hoping I come away from it in one piece. First, I must shop for the perfect attire. I am going for “blending in” on this one. Thank goodness Woodbridge does not have a football stadium or who knows what would happen to me there?

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Arts  SINGERS

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By Sharyl Burgeson

oodbridge Singers are practicing singing the national anthem and several other patriotic songs to be performed in a salute to the armed services at the Veterans Dance, Saturday, November 10, according to organizer Dave Steffy.

“We recently resumed practice after being off all summer. The Veterans Dance will be our season’s debut, and we will quickly follow with our annual Christmas performance,” said Dave.

Four new members have joined the group and membership is welcomed and risk-free; no prior experience or audition is necessary.

The group meets every other Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room. The next practice is Monday, October 8.

MUSICAL OPPORTUNITIES IN MANTECA

By Anne Talcott

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y husband Phil and I moved to Woodbridge by Del Webb a year and a half ago, but we have lived in Manteca for many decades.

Phil retired after teaching for 35 years at Sequoia Elementary, and I recently retired after teaching music for 35 years, mostly at East Union High School. The purpose of this article is to tell you about Manteca Kindred Arts and Manteca Community Choir in an effort to let the newer members of our community become informed about what is available in town, musically.

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anteca Kindred Arts Concert Association is in its twentysixth season. There are at least four concerts a year, all held at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 910 North Street. For those who like formal concert music, this season has a harp, flute and viola

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trio in October, a brass quintet in November, Christmas Celtic music in December Anne and Phil Talcott and a flute, oboe, violin, viola and cello concert in February.

Season tickets are $45 a person and may be purchased by calling Judy at (209) 239-2194. I have been on the board of Kindred Arts for many years and could also answer questions.

 LADIES’ LUNCHEON

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By Jacqueline Andrews

his past month we held the Woodbridge ladies’ luncheon at Windmill Ridge Winery in Tracy.

It was a beautiful day shared with friends and neighbors.

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by Woodbridge residents Bill and Stephanie Prioste who made the day very special as our wonderful hosts. We had several ladies attending the luncheon for the first

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The October luncheon will be held Wednesday, October 10, at noon, at The River Mill in French Camp, $22.50 per person. All reservations must be made through Jacque Reynolds or me, Jacqueline Andrews, and prepaid in cash. Reservations for this particular luncheon had to close on September 26. Please call either Jacque 209-629-8508 or Jacqueline 209-823-9241 if you would like to attend, as cancellations sometimes occur.

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fun group to join is the Manteca Community Choir which I have directed for a number of years. We practice and perform at the Manteca Presbyterian Church (on North and Main) where I also am the choir director, organist, pianist and praise team leader. Every year we sing a Christmas cantata. We will meet to practice on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. on October 28, November 4, 11, 18, 25, and December 2. The performance will be held Sunday, December 9. There are no fees or auditions. We will perform “Hope of the Broken World.” There are usually 70 to 80 singers of all ages in our choir. There will be print music books and recorded CDs for each singing part (i.e., soprano, alto, etc.) to make learning easier.

Please call or email me if you have questions or would like to join: (209) 480-1440 or a.talcott@yahoo.com.

Editor’s Note: Anne and her husband Phil have four sons, four grandchildren and one Border Collie. Anne has been a church musician for 45 years. She was voted high school “Teacher of the Year” in April 2005 by Manteca Unified School District and was inducted into the Manteca Hall of Fame for Education in April 2008. Since retiring in May, Anne spends much of her time doing church work and babysitting their six-monthold grandson.

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“The River Mill was built in 1873 and is located along the San Joaquin River in French Camp, California. Originally a processing mill for chicory to be used in coffee, it has seen many uses. The current owner purchased the property in 1972 and in the early 90s, after extensive renovations, began offering The River Mill facilities for conferences, day-long seminars, luncheons, dinners and special events.

“As you enter the landscaped grounds, you are greeted with peaceful gardens, a walkway lined with roses, crape myrtle and a variety of vegetation. Eight raised beds framed with brick are filled with sculptured privets with white lights and seasonal flowers. Massive native oaks add to the atmosphere and provide cool shade,” according to The River Mill website.

MANTECA KINDRED ARTS CONCERT ASSOCIATION, INC. presents the 26th Anniversary Season Trio Brio: harp, flute, viola Sunday, October 21, 2012 3:00 P.M. Mirari Brass Quintet Sunday, November 4, 2012 3:00 P.M. Golden Bough - Celtic Christmas Saturday, December 22, 2012 7:30 P.M Divisa Ensemble: flute, oboe, violin, viola, cello.

Sunday, February 24, 2013 3:00 P.M. PROGRAMS HELD AT: St. Paulʼs United Methodist Church, Powers Ave. and North St., Manteca, CA Information: 209-823-2570 www.mantecakindredarts.com

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The Phantom Ghost visits Del Webb this month

By Deb Ristau

Some households throughout the community will get a visit from the Woodbridge Phantom Ghost this month.

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hey strike when least expected and usually under the cover of darkness. The first hint that you’ve been visited by the Phantom Ghost is that big white piece of paper bearing the image of the Phantom Ghost taped to your front door. Don’t take it down until after Halloween or he might return.

There is nothing to fear from this particular ghost. Rather than looking for treats, this trickster leaves them for you. The mystery has not been revealed to me. Try as we might, the secret is closely guarded as to the identity of the original Woodbridge Phantom, but rest assured, this Phantom has lots of helpers every October as you might soon discover. One of them might even be ... you.

Watch your door and your porch. Don’t remove the Phantom’s calling card if it’s left for you. Follow the instructions and, above all, join in the fun and share some treats with the neighbors as we celebrate Halloween, adult style, here at Woodbridge.

A Good Sport Story and Photo by Pepper Noble

Woodbridge resident Ellen Bryant tries a new sport.

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here is a first time for everything and Ellen Bryant likes to try things that are new and different. As one of our active and outgoing residents who attends many events and activities at the Lakeview Clubhouse, many of you know Ellen as the girl from Long Island with the contagious laugh and smile.

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Ellen has now visited the gun range ten times or so to improve her shooting skills. Some of the guns she has fired include a .22 semiautomatic pistol, a revolver and a shotgun. The gun Ellen is holding in the photo is a Mossberg .22 tactical semiautomatic rifle.

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The Best Time is Now!

By Kayo Armstrong

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ne of the greatest aspects of living in a Del Webb community is the opportunity provided to pursue those dreams and desires you’ve always wanted to, but just haven’t gotten around to … yet.

In my many years of involvement with Del Webb communities throughout the country, I’ve been blessed to meet some truly amazing people.

Many residents who choose this type of active lifestyle in their retirement or empty nest years do so because it gives them a chance to pursue self-actualization in whatever way they desire.

You’ve raised your kids, done your duty to weekend soccer and evening PTA. You’ve worked hard and been successful in your career.

You’ve taken care of others your whole life. Now it’s time for YOU! n one Del Webb community in which I worked, I met a woman, extremely shy by nature, who dreamt of learning the hula dance. She had tried hula-hooping as a young girl but was mocked by her peers because she lacked some coordination and couldn’t keep the darn thing around her hips. As a child, she cried at the ridicule and swore never to try to move her hips again. While her intimidation held her back for many years, it was later in life at a Del Webb community where she mustered up her courage and enrolled in a hula class. And, believe it or not, she found a dancer inside! Several months after hula class,

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she and her husband took a cruise where a talent show was held. My friend gathered all her nerve, realized she didn’t have anything to lose and not only entered the contest as a hula dancer, but won first place! t another Del Webb community, I met a woman who had a lifelong dream of writing a book. Unfortunately, she had not been a good English student many years back and convinced herself there was no way she could ever become an author. This particular community offered an autobiography class, and, putting all fears aside, she enrolled. After several months of hard work, she was the self-published author of her story.

Perhaps her work will never make the New York Times Bestseller list, but, more importantly, it created a written legacy of her life invaluable to her kids and grandkids.

Here at Woodbridge, we have residents who every day excel at things they’ve never done before but now have the time and opportunity to try.

From line dancing, singing, swimming, learning to play the ukulele and pickleball or to picking up a paint brush or softball bat, I’m continually impressed with people pursuing their dreams.

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Neighbors Helping Neighbors

By Bea Lingenfelter

Residents are encouraged to remember this key advantage to living at Woodbridge.

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he organization called Neighbors Helping Neighbors is made up of women and men who help residents with simple repairs, furnace filter changes, sprinkler system needs and many other small home upkeep jobs for those unable to do them or unsure how to accomplish them.

This group also collects and loans medical supplies such as wheelchairs, walkers and more.

Please feel free, and under no obligation, to contact one of the following residents if/when you find yourself in need.

Bea Lingenfelter 239-3881, Sandy Herrera 824-8943 or Monika Hunt 824-7295.

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f you have a passion or desire to try something new or revive an old talent, NOW is the time to do it! There’s a first time for everything and I encourage you to leave your inhibitions at home and come to the Clubhouse where a myriad of activities and opportunities await the fulfillment of your dreams. I look forward to seeing your success!

Warren Rogers joins veterans leadership team

By Deb Ristau

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arren Rogers has been an active member of the Veterans of Woodbridge Group and recently volunteered to serve as a member of the group’s steering committee, replacing Dave Reed as treasurer. Warren was applauded by the veterans at their regular monthly meeting last month when the announcement was made.

Upcoming activities for the veterans include a dance slated for November 10, featuring Ib the dJ, who will roll back the clock to the 1950s in this MASH/50’s themed extravaganza with a script to honor more than 20 Korean War era veterans and celebrate the 237th birthday of the USMC. The group meets regularly on the second Tuesday of each month at 4 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room. All veterans are welcome. Meetings are lively, informative and the group strives to end all meetings by 5 p.m. After all, Monday Night Football is back!

“Our mission is to be a supportive and positive group of veterans who participate in events and sponsor activities that benefit our members and our entire community.”

Warren Rogers

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“ . . . Hook ‘e m and book ‘e m . . . “

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By Mike Hamiel

“Hook’em and book’em,” said Manteca Police Officer Alan ‘Shup’ Shupperd...

Phone rang, 8:40 a.m. I glanced at the clock from a sleep-filled eye at this God-awful hour thinking this better be the Publishers Clearing House calling.

“Hello? ” “Mr. Hamiel?”

“Yes. What do you want?”

“It’s Lieutenant Tony Souza with the Manteca Police Department.”

Audible gulp . . . I knew it! My neighbor, whose initials stand for Bob Canto, ratted me out for watering the lawn on an off day. How was I to know how to shut it off? My wife, Aloise, won’t let me touch anything mechanical.

“Yes, Lieutenant?”

“Your ride-along has been approved. When would you like to go?”

Awhile back I had filled out a form granting the M.P.D. permission to perform a background check giving me clearance to do a citizen ridealong with a Manteca Police Officer. I, of course, was good to go.

We met in the squad room at 2:45 p.m. on a recent Friday afternoon. Five officers were present.

Officers were updated on the previous shift’s activity. Two ‘YouTube’ videos were shown, stressing officer shooting-involved safety incidents that had happened in other police departments.

Highlights During Ride-Along 3:30 p.m. After a tour of the police station which included a small holding area of three cells for DUIs, we were off. I accompanied Officer Alan ‘Shup’ Shupperd. We would be joined at the hip (not literally) for the next nine hours.

4:20 p.m. Several young people drinking in a park next to the Manteca Park Golf Course.

Most dispersed at sight of the officers; four juveniles were detained and cited; one underage was taken home by another officer.

5 p.m. Stolen truck boxed in at the Manteca Wal-Mart parking lot. Chevy Avalanche

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(L to R) Officer Elliott Eichel, Woodbridge resident Mike Hamiel, Officer Alan ‘Shup’ Shupperd.

was tracked by OnStar out of Hayward; suspect arrested. (Note: OnStar pointed out the exact area of the parking lot within twentyfive feet of the vehicle. Pretty cool!)

5:30 p.m. Responded to a report of several young men showing gang signs in a local park; no sign of them on arrival.

6:15 p.m. Open door reported by alarm company at Manteca City Pound on Main Street. We responded, as did Officer Elliot Eichel and an employee of the pound. It was a Code 4 (no further assistance required). Door wasn’t shut tight.

7 p.m. Called to a local park. Boy had his bike stolen. Several kids gathered around us to help identify the young thief from Facebook contacts w/pictures from each other’s cell phones (Note: I guess going down to the station house and looking at books of mug shots is ‘old school’). When the suspect’s picture was found, Officer ‘Shup’ took a pic with his phone of the kid’s photo and would match it up the next school day with the local school office. Manteca’s version of CSI. 8 p.m. Car stop. Cited for broken windshield and license plate partially obscured by the trailer hitch. (This is a violation.)

8:45 p.m. Several young people reported to be fighting behind Manteca High School football stadium (Manteca lost to Los Banos), Code 4.

9:15 p.m. Officers chased a drunk driver south on Main to the 120 overpass where suspect was detained. ‘Shup’ had the Breathalyzer in his car, so off we went. With six Manteca police cars spread over the pass with lights flashing and a CHP cruiser blocking the 120 off ramp at Main to stop the drunk from entering 120 in the wrong direction, it must have appeared that the President was driving by.

10:15 p.m. Dinner break at Chipotle Mexican Restaurant on Yosemite (a local cop favorite where they also get a nice discount on their meals). Eichel joined us for dinner. He and ‘Shup’ had gone through the Academy together and were longtime friends.

11 p.m. Back to the station. End of ride-along.

This was my second ride-along in as many months. Previously I had gone out with a San Joaquin County Deputy Sheriff and will ride with a Stockton Officer next month. Any citizen with a clean record is invited to see how our police agencies work. You can pick the shift and length of time to ride. It’s an interesting line of work and something you might want to observe first hand.

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Curing Olives

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By Bill Barnhart

t is that time of year to pick and cure olives if you or your neighbor has an olive tree.

When the first olive on the tree starts showing any purple, it is time to pick the whole tree.

The instructions for simple curing would take up far more space than I’m allowed, so I’m giving you the list of supplies and materials you need to gather first.

Then contact me Bill.Barnhart@ MRBConsulting.US for a set of instructions and to arrange a walk through if you like.

The method of curing I use is an approximately three-day process and requires dedicated effort every few hours from the moment you pick the olives. You need to understand and accept the commitment needed before going out and purchasing supplies.

• Heavy, good quality rubber gloves. The long kind that reach nearly to your elbow.

• Household crystal lye

(sodium hydroxide) 100%.

You will need two (2) ounces by volume per gallon of lye solution. One gallon will be enough solution to cure approx 1 ½ - 2 gallons of olives. Rooto in 1 lb white plastic bottle @ Ace Hardware in Ripon, Roebic in a 2 lb yellow, red and white bottle @ Lowes. Do not use liquid or gel lye and do not use Draino or other lye/drain openers that contain metal shavings.

• Table salt or kosher salt.

With table salt, you use 3/4 cup per gallon of water. With kosher salt, you use 1 ¼ cup per gallon of water. One gallon of salt solution for 2 gallons of olives.

• Buckets. New white plastic

buckets are best. You will need one (1) bucket for every two (2) gallons of olives you pick. I like the 3-gallon white buckets from Orchard Supply Hardware.

• White cloths. White towels or

old T-shirts work ok. You will need one for each bucket of olives you plan to cure. The cloths are placed right on top of the olives to keep the top layer of olives moist and away from the air which turns them brown/black.

• 1”x4” board cut long enough to

reach across the top of the bucket and keep the olives in the bucket when draining the liquid.

• Large gallon glass jar in which to mix lye solution.

• Large jars or containers in

which to mix and store salt water solution.

• Jars or containers in which

to store the olives once they are cured.

• A stick to stir the lye solution

when mixing the lye with the water. The stick should be approximately three feet long so you can stay away from the boiling solution and fumes. Do not use any type of metal stirring device.

• A wooden spoon to stir the salt

solution when you are mixing the salt with the water. Do not use any type of metal stirring device.

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the California Division Controller. The independently received feedback from both the Finance and P&G Committees is then incorporated into the original budget draft as the first revision.

Step Three – The revised budget draft is reviewed by Pulte Homes, which examines many of the same aspects as the committees and Executive Director, but also carefully reviews the requested subsidy.

Step Four – This is a new step to the 2013 budget planning process,

and one about which I’m personally very excited. The Board will hold a budget workshop on Wednesday, October 17, at 10:30 a.m. which will be open to residents. This session will enable the Board, Executive Director, Finance Committee and representatives from the Property & Grounds Committee to evaluate the current working draft budget collectively and address any outstanding issues. When this workshop concludes, we will hopefully have a solid budget ready for Board acceptance.

Step Five – The budget will be formally presented to the Board for acceptance at the October Board meeting, and if the Board votes to approve, we will then have the completed and final operating budget for 2013 which will go into effect January 1, 2013.

While the completed budget will serve as our fiscal guide for 2013, it may change from time to time throughout the year. Changes are primarily due to the introduction of additional property phases, but may also occur because forecasts are found to be significantly different from actual spending in certain line items. Every proposed budget change will be presented and accepted by the Board before going into effect.

The Finance Committee has an integral role in not only the budgeting process but also in reviewing the actual expenditures each month to ensure spending is justified, appropriate and budgeted before making a monthly recommendation to the Board to accept the prior month’s financial statements.

• Glass measuring cup to measure the lye crystals.

• Any kind of measuring cup to measure the salt.

• Ice. You will need a gallon of ice

for every 4 gallons of lye solution and a half gallon of ice for every bucket of olives you have rinsed and are icing down before putting in lye solution.

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also like to have ice chests filled with ice water. When a bucket is half filled with olives, I dump them in the ice chest to keep them fresh and firm. I have found that used drinking water bottles and sealable sandwich bags work great to freeze water in for this purpose.

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If you have any questions about the budget process, please feel free to contact WOA Executive Director, Kayo Armstrong by phone 209-824-7831 or by email at kayo.woodbridge@gmail.com or contact a Board or Finance Committee member for further details.

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Street

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Hickory Creek Ln. Holly Berry Ct. Holly Berry St Lincoln Landing Ln Manor Station Wy Maple Hill Ct Maple Leaf Ct Maple Valley St. Maple Valley St. Maple Valley St. Maple Valley St. Millpond Way Nutwood Pl Pepper Tree Ln Pepper Tree Ln Pepper Tree Ln Pepper Tree Ln Pleasant Knoll Way River Berry Dr River Berry Dr Rockwell Ln Rockwell Ln Rose Briar Pl - Even Rose Briar Pl - Odd Shadow Berry Dr Shadow Berry Dr Shadow Berry Dr Shady Oak Ct Shady Oak Ct Shady Oak St Shady Oak St Commander

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510-303-6881 209-627-8101 209-627-8101 209-483-6012 209-627-8101 209-627-8101 209-627-8101 408-425-4200 510-375-5907 650-642-0545 209-275-3681 510-409-0785 510-219-5696 707-246-1331 650-642-0545 209-480-2118 209-814-4783 510-375-5907 209-679-8445 650-464-0151 408-482-1726

510-682-5015

NOTE: This list is not complete. If your street/captain is not listed, please contact Commander Bob Hall. 209-239-5712.

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Woodbridge LIFE

The year was 1910 ...

Contributed By Geno Andrews

Here are some statistics for the year 1910: • • • • • • • • • •

The average life expectancy for men was 47 years.

Fuel for a 1910 Ford car was sold in drug stores only.

Americans had graduated from high school.

• 18% of households had at least one full-time servant or domestic help.

• There were about 230 reported murders in the entire U.S.A.

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Try to imagine what it may be like in another 100 years.

Only 8% of the homes had a telephone.

The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph.

The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower.

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By Kayo Armstrong

The average U.S. wage in 1910 was 22 cents per hour.

The average U.S. worker made between $200 and $400 per year.

A competent accountant could expect to earn $2,000 per year, a dentist $2,500 per year, a veterinarian could earn between $1,500 and $4,000 per year and a mechanical engineer about $5,000 per year.

• More than 95% of all births took place at home.

• 90% of all doctors had no college education. Instead, they attended so-called medical schools, many of which were condemned in the press and by the government as ‘substandard.’

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• There was no Mother’s Day or Father’s Day. • Two out of every 10 adults could not read or write and only 6% of all

Only 14% of the homes had a bathtub.

There were only 8,000 cars and only 144 miles of paved roads.

Sugar cost four cents a pound.

Eggs were fourteen cents a dozen.

Coffee was fifteen cents a pound.

Most women only washed their hair once a month and used Borax or egg yolks for shampoo.

• Canada passed a law that prohibited poor people from entering into their country for any reason.

• The five leading causes of death were: 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Pneumonia and influenza Tuberculosis Diarrhea Heart disease Stroke

• The American flag had 45 stars.

• The population of Las Vegas, NV, was 30.

• Crossword puzzles, canned beer and iced tea hadn’t been invented.

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s you may be aware, there’s been a great deal of discussion recently regarding the potential sales tax issue as it relates to fundraising efforts by WOA groups and clubs, as well as to events hosted by the Association. At a recent Finance Committee meeting, the WOA’s CPA presented the regulations in regard to sales tax for organizations such as ours and recommended that legal counsel be sought to further and more accurately interpret these laws. The Finance Committee and Board of Directors have approved the Association’s request for a legal opinion and are now awaiting the response. Once the legal direction is received and reviewed by the Board, group and club leaders will be informed of the direction and necessary compliance procedures going forward. Many thanks for your patience as this area is further defined to support the efforts of the

Association and supported groups and clubs, while upholding our legal responsibilities.

For Your Safety

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ust a reminder that the section of Woodbridge north of the sales office is under construction and not accessible to unauthorized traffic, either in vehicles, on bikes or walking. This area includes the linear park extending up through the northern section of the community. As this is a construction zone, the linear park and other areas can be dangerous for residents or other unauthorized traffic. For your safety, please comply with the barricades and caution tape until this area is officially open and no longer poses a danger. Thank you for your cooperation and please enjoy the walking/biking trails and parks throughout already-established parts of the community.

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W omen of W oodbridge

By Linda Little

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he busy WOW group, with a mission to assist school age children in Manteca, has several projects underway this month. All residents are welcome to attend one of our monthly meetings and we urge you to get involved. This fun group of dynamic women is working to make a difference in our local area. Monthly meetings are held in the Multipurpose Room on the third Wednesday at 11 a.m. Contact Marybeth Saari for more information at 209-629-8430.

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Celebrate Oktoberfest

oin your neighbors at the Oktoberfest Dinner sponsored by Women of Woodbridge (WOW) Tuesday, October 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Lakeview Clubhouse. Proceeds from this event benefit Mary Graham Children’s Shelter.

Cost for the dinner is $20 and includes German potato salad, Caesar salad, sauerkraut, bratwurst, sliced pork shoulder, smoked BBQ chicken, apple pie, water and coffee. As always, those attending are encouraged to bring other beverages of choice.

Entertainment will be provided by Frank Anger, Woodbridge’s own “gopher hunter,” on the

accordion. A beer stein holding contest will test the strength of those who pay the $10 entry fee for a chance to win $50. Also, the winner of the iPad drawing (see related story) will be announced, and a fall craft boutique will be held in the Craft Room.

Tickets may be purchased at the main desk in the Lakeview Clubhouse. Deadline is Friday, October 5, or when 200 tickets are sold. There are no refunds.

WOW

win an ipad

is sponsoring a raffle for an iPad valued at $600. Only 60 tickets at $20 each will be sold. The profits will benefit the Mary Graham Children’s Shelter which provides temporary shelter and programs for foster children in San Joaquin County.

Tickets may be purchased from WOW members at a designated table in the Lakeview Clubhouse beginning Monday, September 24 between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. daily, until Tuesday, October 9 or when all tickets have been sold. If there are enough people interested in purchasing raffle tickets beyond the first 60, another 60 tickets at $20 each will be sold for the chance to win a second iPad. The winner(s) will be announced at the WOW Oktoberfest Dinner, Tuesday, October 9.

School supply drive successful

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hank you to all Woodbridge residents who donated to the Women of Woodbridge third annual school supply drive. As a result of the generosity of this community, French Camp, Neil Hafley and George McParland schools shared the following bounty of supplies:

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WBL Photo by Deb Ristau.

Frank Anger will entertain at WOW’s Oktoberfest 2012.

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45 backpacks 39 packages of binder paper 46 packages of construction paper 30 reams of copy paper 100 boxes of crayons 108 dry erase markers 873 file folders 378 glue sticks

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10 jump ropes 37 bottles of hand sanitizer 371 markers 50 rolls of paper towels 97 boxes of pencils 31 pairs of scissors 72 spiral notebooks 69 boxes of tissue 44 Vis-à-vis pens 23 containers of wet wipes

Additionally, miscellaneous supplies donated included compasses, erasers, glue, index cards, mechanical pencils, pencil boxes, pencil sharpeners, pens, sticky notes and rulers.

empowering women in third world countries

Focus on Uganda and Nepal

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he Women of Woodbridge Speaker Series continues Friday, November 16, at 2 p.m. in the Lakeview Clubhouse Multipurpose Room. Susan Negrin will share her experiences traveling to Uganda and Nepal where she observed women who have been empowered through global charitable projects.

It was during her trip to Uganda in 2009 that Susan met the women of Bead for Life who turn scraps of paper into beautiful beads. Upon her return to California, Susan became a volunteer Community Partner for Bead for Life, selling the paper beads and jewelry to help support the Ugandan women.

In 2011 Susan traveled to Nepal and trekked to remote mountain villages where she met women who have benefited from Heifer International, an organization which advances the simple idea of giving families a source of food, such as a cow, rather than short-term relief.

Recently Susan traveled to India for her job as a Senior International Program Manager for Adobe Systems in San Jose. While there she spent two weeks on a women’s journey in northeastern India.

To RSVP for this informative event, sign up at the main desk in the Lakeview Clubhouse. There is no fee; however, a count is needed for set-up and preparation of materials.

“The simplest acts of kindness are by far more powerful then a thousand heads bowing in prayer.” ~Mahatma Gandhi

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First parachute jump

An interview with Larry Schneider.

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By Carol Jo Hargreaves

ver since he was a little kid, five-year Woodbridge resident Larry Schneider said he has been “infatuated by people jumping out of airplanes in war movies.”

Growing up in Southern California, Larry often visited Magic Mountain and Disneyland. He loved the exhilarating freefall and stomach-clenching sudden stops the roller coasters and drop rides provided.

“Even though the rides were fun,” recalled Larry, “I always thought jumping out of a plane would be way better.” The thought faded into the back of Larry’s mind but never entirely disappeared.

Drafted into the service at age 19, Larry joined the 2nd Battalion 12th Cavalry Regiment, the Army’s first air mobile division. After completing basic training, he was deployed to Vietnam. Larry remembered, “I became part of a ‘Blue Team’ whose mission was to be first on the scene to assist troops needing help on the ground.

“Because it was often impossible to land in dangerous and remote places, we were trained to jump out of a chopper and rappel 10 to 20 feet to the ground,” he added.

“Quickly snapping into a free-fall harness and sliding down a rope was exhilarating,” said Larry. He thought the heart-pounding excitement was similar to what it would be like to jump out of a plane.

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n the summer of 1968, with six months left before discharge, Larry was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado. In ongoing readiness training, Larry enhanced his skills on 100-foot mountainsides. “I became skillful at sliding down the rope, braking with gloved hands, even flipping and spinning around,” Larry said. Once he returned to civilian life, however, he got a job, raised his family and never sought out rappelling or parachute jumping again.

Forty-two years later, Larry’s wife Carol Jo was preparing to retire, and the two created a bucket list of things they would like to do. Larry added “Jump out of an airplane” to the list. That summer, on a most-amazing three-week vacation in Guam, Larry coaxed Carol Jo into parasailing. Harnessed in, the pair zipped quickly up into the sky for a peaceful, quiet

glide. Again, Larry thought, “What a rush it would be to jump out of an airplane!”

For his 65th birthday in 2012, Carol Jo surprised Larry with a skydiving adventure gift certificate. “Wow! What a great gift!” Larry exclaimed. “I had talked about it for years but probably never would have done it. With the birthday gift, I was assured I would jump.”

On Jump Day, there were more surprises.

Carol Jo had invited Larry’s two sons to join them to witness his first skydive. The foursome traveled to the Parachute Center north of Lodi.

Having learned to despise “Hurry up and wait” in the Army, Larry really wanted to jump, but he didn’t relish waiting the two to four hours necessary to complete the training and jump process stated in the Center’s informational brochure.

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t the jump site, however, things moved much more quickly than anticipated. At check-in, Larry was given a liability release form to complete and was instructed to watch a training video. He had barely taken a seat when his name was called and it was time to get on the next plane! Quickly scratching his signature at the bottom of the form, and, with no training whatsoever, Larry was rushed to the dressing room, introduced to Max, his instructor, and securely cinched into a safety harness with straps around his chest and legs.

He was persuaded not to worry; there would be plenty of time to get instructions on the plane.

In another surprise, Larry was introduced to Cory, the cameraman in charge of officially capturing his skydive on film. In rapid succession, Cory fired questions at Larry: “Why are you here?”

“It’s my birthday.”

“Are you excited?”

“Yes!” “Are you nervous?”

“No!” “Are you crazy?”

“Yes!”

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ith goggles in hand, Larry raced with Cory and Max out of the building to the revving plane. Suddenly realizing he didn’t have a jacket on and knowing it would be mighty cold at the 13,000-foot jump altitude, Larry hollered, “Wait!” and began undoing his harness. Max immediately assisted Larry, taking charge of safely refastening the harness once the jacket was on.

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Photos courtesy of Larry Schneider.

On his 65th birthday, Woodbridge resident Larry Schneider makes his first jump from an airplane with pro skydiver Max of the Parachute Center north of Lodi, CA.

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ourteen other jumpers were already aboard the plane, tightly packed in, straddling the center bench and waiting for take-off. Max hooked his harness to Larry’s and provided much-appreciated instructions.

“I had to remember to cross my arms against my chest so they wouldn’t flap when I jumped. Then I needed to assume a bird position with my arms and legs out so I would stay stable in the air,” Larry explained.

“Max also told me we couldn’t attempt to land on our feet when jumping tandem. We would both have to pull our feet up high, land on our butts and gradually slide to a stop.”

Larry thought to himself, “This is going to be great! It’s going to be the ‘belly-hits-yourfeet-and-slams-back-up-to-your-chin’ rush I’ve thought about for a long time.”

When the plane reached sufficient altitude and it was their turn, Larry and Max, connected by their safety harnesses, lowcrawl crab-walked to the doorway. Now, with the wind blowing fiercely in their faces, it was time for Larry and Max to jump. Cory, the cameraman, jumped out first, reminding Larry to always look up so he could get his face in the photos.

“The jump was amazing!” said Larry. “Not what I thought it would be. You’re falling.

There’s a lot of pressure. It was nothing like a ride. You’re in control.”

Then he laughed, “The way the skin on my face was flapping, the photos made me look like I weighed 500 pounds!

“Max pulled the rip cord, the pilot chute popped out, and, suddenly, when the main chute opened, we went up really quickly like we were on a relaxed bungee cord.

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“The environment changed as I fell. At first the earth seemed far away, but I was coming down quickly. It was sort of like using the zoom lens on a camera. Things started small then got big. The perspective of the ground is different from up that high. Max let me pull the chute’s cords to steer and change directions. It was peaceful and very quiet.”

Soon Larry felt Max tap his shoulder, signaling it was time to prepare for landing.

Larry said, “During a steep bank over the freeway, I pulled my feet up. We came in and hit the ground hard. My pants were full of dirt and got grass stains on them. The whole jump took less than five minutes!”

Looking back, Larry remembered the good things about his first parachute adventure: “It was such a serene feeling and so peaceful. I could imagine what it is like to be a bird,” he said, “enjoying the pleasure of gliding and soaring in the sky.

“Being in the air, floating freely with such a beautiful, panoramic view and the great sense of peace and quiet was amazing. I have the whole thing on video with Aerosmith’s ‘Livin’ on the Edge’ playing in the background,” he said.

“Even though I didn’t like how hard I hit the ground on landing, I would definitely do it again in a minute!” exclaimed Larry.

“I suppose if I were a younger man, this could become a hobby.

I would get a ‘bird suit,’ a special jumpsuit with fabric between the legs and under the arms to increase lift. Then I could stay in the air thirty seconds longer!”

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“I looked down and it was like seeing snapshots of the ground,” he said, adding,

Photos courtesy of Larry Schneider.

TOP: Larry and Max come in for the landing. ABOVE: Larry Schneider with his wife Carol Jo Hargreaves and sons, Rogie and Bryan, at the Lodi Parachute Center.

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” ~ Helen Keller

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Policy & Procedures report/proposal spurs debate

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ne hundred fifty chairs were set up in the Multipurpose Room, more were added, and there was still standing room only for attendees of the Policy and Procedures Committee meeting held Thursday, September 13, 2012.

Twelve members of the WOA Policy and Procedures Committee sat on the raised dais. Resident Director Denise Drewry, chair of the policy and procedures committee (P&P Committee), called the meeting to order at 2 p.m., observing attendance at the meeting was far more than ever seen at a Board meeting. The entire meeting would be devoted to the subcommittee’s report on hosting tournaments.

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fter Minutes of the previous P&P Committee meeting were approved, Norm Hauser, chairperson of the five-member subcommittee responsible for reviewing the concept of tournament play at Woodbridge, opened the meeting with caveats.

Hauser acknowledged the issue was extra emotional for many residents and admonished all present to respect each other’s opinions and not put anyone down. He explained the purpose of the meeting was

By Carol Jo Hargreaves

for the subcommittee to report its findings and thoughts to the full P&P Committee. No decision would be made at this, the first community reporting and information gathering meeting. Hauser encouraged input and questions and promised all opinions would be heard, if not at this meeting, at others to follow.

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auser spent the first hour of the two-hour meeting reviewing history of the subcommittee’s formation, its mission and its work product. He explained that this past summer, the Woodbridge Softball group requested permission to hold tournaments involving participation by non-resident teams. Because other WOA clubs and groups could request similar permission, the P&P Committee formed a subcommittee to research and report about the issue. The subcommittee may only recommend rules to the P&P Committee for consideration. The Board of Directors is ultimately responsible for adopting committee recommendations and making rules.

Hauser reported the subcommittee had met seven or eight times since the Softball club’s request.

Priority was given to getting the job

WBL Photo by Dreanna Langdon.

In the past, the Woodbridge Silver Sluggers Club has invited non-resident teams such as the Manteca Fire Department and senior teams from Lodi and Modesto to play at Del Webb Field.

done right; there was no deadline established for completion of the project. The subcommittee’s goal was to objectively and neutrally establish a considered middle ground representing the collective views and interests of Woodbridge residents and to fit existing procedural guidelines (WOA CC&Rs, Bylaws and guidelines). At each of its weekly meetings, progress reports were given to the full P&P Committee. Each member took a position and defended it. Norm often played devil’s advocate. The resulting proposal, he said, is a reasonable, responsible and rational work in progress in which correct use of words and punctuation is vitally important to convey accurately the subcommittee’s intent.

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auser told the audience “tournament” is just a word; it means whatever you want it to. He reminded us Woodbridge already hosts an annual car show in which non-residents are involved. He explained residents have a nonexclusive right to use common areas and to invite guests to enjoy these areas with them. Hauser stressed no random, non-resident group would be permitted to rent or trespass on Woodbridge facilities, and tournaments would be limited to three or four teams. The intent of the Woodbridge lifestyle is to involve others, and Hauser assured everyone the Woodbridge lifestyle would not be at risk within the proposed rules.

Hauser introduced the subcommittee’s work product, a draft proposal titled, “Rules for Tournaments” and summarized its content (definitions, forms, timelines, cost/fees, impacts, liability insurance coverage, age restrictions, types of events, capacity, indoor and outdoor event standards, penalties, fines, etc.). Within this proposal, tournaments would have a place in the community under tightly controlled conditions.

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ll non-residents would be subject to the proposed rules,

and all Woodbridge clubs and groups would be required to comply with them. Members of host clubs and groups would be expected to be present and responsible for the behavior of nonresident participants, as well as substitutes, and would be expected to take direct, overt action to correct inappropriate behavior.

Should the WOA need to assess a penalty or fine, it would be against the host club or group and its individual members. The number of tournaments permitted would vary by type of sport/event, but a maximum of two tournaments per calendar year per club or group was recommended in the proposal.

These cannot be traded to, with or between clubs or groups. The rules would not “evergreen” (continue automatically). Instead, there would be a trial run, allowing time to make adjustments and changes, and the rules, if approved, would also expire, at the close of the twelfth monthly meeting of the Board of Directors.

Hauser acknowledged existence of opinions on both ends of the pendulum, pro and con, all of which he said are valid and to be heard. A vote would ultimately be taken and the biggest majority accommodated.

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t 3 p.m., the subcommittee’s five members were introduced along with Staff Advisor Dodie Miller: Norm Hauser, Bob Hall, Barbara Silva, Kathy Dezotte and Kathleen Music. During a 15-minute break, copies of subcommittee documents were distributed throughout the audience. These documents included: Draft Presentation Notes, EMail Recap, Subcommittee Cover Letter and Draft Rules for Tournaments.

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WOA Directors navigate controversial waters

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In June 2008 the Policy and Procedures committee finalized the first policy regarding reservation and rental of our facilities, both inside the Clubhouse and outside amenities. That original document included the term “tournament” under the concept of holding club-based intramural competitions among our own sports teams, whether they be softball or billiards, and the wording remains unchanged. Back in 2008, we only had enough softball players to form two co-ed softball teams, but we envisioned there would be more. We now have four men’s teams, two ladies’ teams and we enjoy intramural “tournaments” every Wednesday and Friday during softball season. The Policy and Procedures committee never envisioned bringing outside, non-Del Webb teams into our community. The proposal backed by tournament proponents has no maximum on the number of visiting teams, no maximum on the number of days or hours each tournament can last, no restriction on use of indoor amenities and forces residents to become policemen at the event.

Probably the most sentient questions asked at the September Policy & Procedures Committee meeting were: “Why do we need tournaments and what value will they add to our overall community?” I don’t have the answer to either of these questions but do know that, following Del Webb’s concept for a 55+ community, Pulte has given us some wonderful recreational amenities we have the freedom to enjoy immensely with our Woodbridge friends and neighbors. These include: softball, bocce, putting, tennis and pickleball, horseshoes, billiards, fitness, swimming, fishing, etc. The question is not about why do we need these amenities, but rather why do we need to hold “tournaments.” The amenities will not go away as is being suggested just because we do not allow tournaments.

The subcommittee reported in the July Policy and Procedures meeting that out of the six Del Webb develpments in northern California they contacted, none of them held tournaments of any type. It behooves us all to then ask: Why would we want to change the Del Webb culture? Where is the value to our community by opening these amenities to outside groups? Where is the loss of freedom to those few who are not satisfied with sharing only with their Woodbridge friends and neighbors? When should the freedom for a few trump the rights of the majority? Many of us have already voiced the question, asking how we will accommodate all of our residents at build-out, especially as in the case of softball for which we expect to have eight men’s softball teams, 50+ Diamond Gals and more than two competitive teams of our own.

Again, residents have the right to change their minds, especially after calm and careful consideration of the issues both reasonable and important to them. At Woodbridge, we have an intelligent and informed cross section of 55+ seniors, and I have no doubt that sound reasoning will win out. Quelling rumors and innuendo is of vast importance, and I would ask anyone who has heard something seemingly outlandish to please call me at 209-629-8838 or send an email to Bill.Barnhart@ MRBConsulting.US. I would like to hear from you, regardless of your position. And, if you already communicated with me and have changed your position, please let me know. I will substitute your latest communication for any prior one you sent. As promised, I will maintain your confidentiality and ensure your voice is heard, regardless of your opinion.

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committee acknowledges that our expanding population may not want to be locked into a final decision with long term consequences.

Non-resident guests are not an unusual occurrence at Woodbridge. Each resident may bring friends/family as guests to enjoy our amenities. Each resident may RENT the Clubhouse Multipurpose Room for a wedding or party (we have had many). Residents may purchase tickets for guests to some events IF tickets have not sold out. The Wheels of Woodbridge hosts a car show each year. This competitive event brings hundreds of nonresidents in to see the show. The Women of Woodbridge annually sponsors Take a Sip for Scholarship attended by residents and non-residents alike.

Both of these events support local charities. The twice-yearly garage sales bring in hundreds of non-residents (but without these “official” garage sales, people would be having garage sales sporadically throughout the year).

One of the comments heard at the P&P Committee meeting last month was WHY? What is the NEED? I received an email from one of our residents who tried to answer that question.

“What is the need? What is the need of bocce ball courts or horseshoes?

We wouldn’t miss them. What is the need of the mini-golf course? We don’t need tennis and pickleball courts. We could save the cost of electricity if we shut them down. We don’t need the lake. We could save a bundle if we drained it and shut down the fountains. We don’t need the Clubhouse. No, we COULD get along without the pools, the gym, the billiard tables, the library, etc. Yes, we COULD. BUT, we wouldn’t be a Del Webb community … It’s the meaning we find when joining with others and meeting folks. Citizens of Woodbridge have the right to make a request and be taken seriously and to be given approval or disapproval based on legitimate reasons, not personal prejudices or arbitrary decisions. That is the American way.”

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aper copies of the subcommittee’s draft proposal are available at the Clubhouse. Please read it and send your suggestions and comments to me at drewryd@comcast.net. With or without tournaments, let’s continue to work together to make this a strong and wonderful community.

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The date of the next P&P Committee meeting is Thursday, October 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room.

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An open letter to the editor & community

from the Woodbridge Senior Softball Council

The Woodbridge Senior Softball Council Responds to Resident Comments Regarding ‘Tournaments.’

not available for the residents to rent. Tournaments were also approved in that document [bold face type (BF) added by WSSC].

Item II.C. of that Policy stated the following: “The following facilities will be allowed for reservations for Woodbridge club and group clinics, lessons and tournaments [BF added

by WSSC]: Arts Studio and Club Room, Association Parks, Basketball Court, Billiards Room, Bocce Courts, Horseshoe Pits, Concession Stand(s), Putting Course, Indoor and Outdoor Swimming Pool and Spa, Tennis Courts, Softball Field [BF added by WSSC] and Outdoor Pavilions.”

Dear residents: The following is the Woodbridge Senior Softball Council’s response to some of the more significant comments that were made before or during the Policy and Procedures Committee Meeting on September 13, 2012.

Comment 1: Back in 2008, questions regarding allowing tournaments were raised, and the residents then were adamantly against this change.

Response 1: The discussions in 2008 and 2009 centered on the rental of Woodbridge Owners Association (WOA) facilities by residents.

This primarily covered the Multipurpose Room, Kitchen, Club Room, BBQ area and parks. The Policy for Reservation and Rental of Woodbridge Facilities, adopted September 23, 2009, clarified what WOA facilities are available for reservation and which WOA facilities are

Comment 2: Major culture change coming to Woodbridge?

It would destroy our family friendly environment and take away our rights as homeowners.

Response 2: This is not a culture change. We have had nonresidents here since Del Webb Woodbridge started. Events that included larger numbers of non-residents and have already been held were the annual classic car show, community garage sales, weddings, Sip for Scholarship, annual Christmas

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home tour, annual garden tour and picnics.

None of these events has altered our family friendly environment or taken away our rights as homeowners. In fact, they have added to that environment and made us even more proud of the activities in our subdivision.

Comment 3: The proposal being put forth would go far beyond the Del Webb lifestyle to include multiple sports teams from our local and surrounding communities, or possibly all of Northern California, playing here in tournaments.

Response 3: The Softball Council is suggesting that they would have at most one or two tournaments a year with two to three senior softball nonresident teams. The average softball team is 12 to 15 players, normally with three to five spouses as spectators.

Comment 4: The non-resident softball teams that have already played here do not register, do not sign liability releases, are unsupervised and would damage the facilities like school children do.

Response 4: The non-resident softball teams that have been asked to play here in individual games, one team at a time, are similar to our Woodbridge softball teams in that they are older, responsible adults. They are the Modesto Seniors and the Lodi Seniors. Other nonresident teams were Manteca City Council and City Workers and Steve’s Mobile Sunscreens.

They were required to sign a Woodbridge Senior Softball Visiting Team Release, which is a general release of liability.

One form is used and each player is required to sign and

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date the back of it. They also must answer either Yes or No as to whether they have medical insurance. These forms are maintained by the Softball Council members.

The Softball Council members assume responsibility for the non-residents while they are here.

Comment 5: How do Del Webb and the Woodbridge Owners Association benefit from these tournaments?

Response 5: The benefit is the same as any of the other amenities at Del Webb Woodbridge. The fact that we have facilities for softball, tennis, bocce ball, horseshoes, putting, basketball, etc. have encouraged people to become residents here. A lot of the softball players moved here because of the excellent softball facility provided by Del Webb Woodbridge. There are approximately 100 people involved with softball here, including players, coaches, umpires, scorekeepers and announcers. We also have many spectators who enjoy watching the softball games.

The other plus is the same as the annual classic car show in that additional non-residents may be encouraged to buy into our subdivision. The annual game with Manteca City Council and City Workers was also covered in the Manteca Bulletin, thus providing additional advertising for Del Webb Woodbridge.

Comment 6: All of the expenses, maintenance and equipment for the softball teams are paid SEE

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for by the Woodbridge Owners Association by using our monthly fees.

This even includes the chalk for the fields. All the other clubs provide their own equipment.

Photo courtesy of Dreanna Langdon.

Manteca Firefighters high-five each other after scoring a run against the Woodbridge Silver Sluggers at Del Webb Field in 2011.

Response 6: The normal maintenance of the softball field is paid for by the Association. The chalk is also paid for by the Association since it is considered a safety issue if it is not used to mark the field. The equipment, accessories and softballs are paid for by the Woodbridge Senior Softball Council.

The Council has also paid for additional clay and red dirt to make the field safer for the players.

Page 27 • October 2012 of the Policy and Procedures Subcommittee’s recommendations regarding tournaments, including their suggestion to implement it for basically a one-year trial period.

We hope that this [response] has helped to clarify the main issues and that if the subject of tournaments has to be decided again, you will have more factual information to make your vote. If you have any questions, please contact a member of the Senior Softball Council.

Thank you.

Rudy Salvador

209-629-8060

Butch Larson

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Dave Reed

209-740-6289

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The Woodbridge Senior Softball Council September 19, 2012

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hen the meeting was reconvened, a discussion of voting took place. There was a misconception that no comment on the issue was equivalent to a vote in favor of the proposal. A vote does not count if it is not cast.

Concerns were raised that a dues increase would be necessary to bear the additional costs of tournaments.

Denise Drewry refuted this statement, saying only the Board of Directors could increase dues if insufficient fees were being brought in to cover WOA expenses.

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female resident thanked the subcommittee for doing an excellent job covering all issues.

Each member commented on his/her experience participating on the subcommittee; several complimented Norm Hauser for his leadership; several encouraged residents to vote.

Resident Director Bill Barnhart mentioned subcommittee members’ predetermined position against the concept of tournaments being held at Woodbridge. Denise Drewry refuted this statement and asked residents to trust her. Norm Hauser explained the majority of comments received from residents were against tournaments. He referred the group to the document

titled “Email Recap” and explained it was a compilation of pros and cons gleaned from 144 to 165 emails received from residents.

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udience members were permitted to speak for two minutes each from a microphone at the podium in front of the room. One resident asked that the voting process be open, that residents’ voices be heard and that results (yes and no) be reported by number. Denise Drewry commented a vote would be taken and tabulated by Vierra Moore, then presented at a Board of Directors meeting for their vote.

Another resident emphasized including specific limitations on number of teams and number of days in the proposal. A male resident said the WOA Bylaws must contain instructions on how to count votes and asked for assurance he would receive a ballot. Denise Drewry said she wanted to be sure the P&P Committee looked into the tournament matter and was fair.

She explained not voting does not count either way, for or against.

Surveys would be sent in WOA bills and returned to Vierra Moore to count. A male resident remarked that the voting procedure must be clear and feelings should not count.

Another male resident stated for change to take place, a need

must be shown. He asked where our teams have been slighted; said outside teams will trash the place; noted Woodbridge has no bathroom facilities and asked who would pay for maintenance of the field. He added that he drives into a time warp when entering Woodbridge.

He appreciated the subcommittee’s efforts, but thought they would not have needed to do so much work if they had determined need first.

A female resident wondered if security guards would be employed during tournaments and asked how many tournaments and groups would be invited, what ages would be allowed, and whether participants would be from within or outside other Del Webb communities. She expressed concern about liability.

One male resident said Woodbridge has rules in place already and doesn’t need any changes at this time.

Another echoed previous remarks about lack of need.

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male resident remarked there is a lot of fear going around and reminded the audience we are talking about responsible adults who live in Woodbridge, the same age and with the same values as those of us in the audience. He asked the group to re-think and reconsider. A female speaker reminded us to be respectful of each other, suggested trying the

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orm Hauser closed the meeting at 4 p.m., reiterating the subcommittee performed this work because they were asked to consider a request and thanking everyone for coming.

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The Doggie Bag Karla’s guide to local eats and treats

By Karla Hoyer

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ew residents often ask, “Where is the best place to dine?” The answer, of course, ...

“It depends.”

To celebrate the one-year anniversary of Woodbridge LIFE, I wanted to add a dining guide column to the newspaper.

This is the first review, Karla style, of one of the many area restaurants Craig and I have tried since we moved to Manteca nearly six years ago.

DEWZ is an upscale Central Valley restaurant located in Modesto, serving lunch and dinner. Reservations are recommended for dinner because this is a very popular place.

DEWZ offers a warm ambiance,

great service and ‘new’ American cuisine. The food is divine with both French and Asian influences evident throughout the menu. The portions are ample, and I always have enough to take home for a second meal. Dinner entreés range from $25 to $38. If you add soup or salad, you can expect to pay $6 to $14 more. The price is on the high side but, in my opnion, worth every cent.

DEWZ offers an extensive, easy to understand wine list with more than 300 selections, including wines from around the world. Business casual dress is fine for lunch but plan to dress up a little for dinner.

Ties are not necessary. Craig and I like DEWZ for special occasions and we have always been happy with our selections.

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ake a short 20-minute drive south on Highway 99 to the Central Modesto exit and then cross back over the freeway to J Street.

There is convenient parking on the street, a nearby lot just east of the restaurant and a parking garage only one block away. As restaurants open throughout the area, the challenge is on to find our favorites. Let’s learn from each other. Please submit your own review on one of your favorite restaurants. Include the name and address of the restaurant along with the price, your food selection and your recommended star rating. Send your review to me at craigandkarlahoyer@yahoo.com or leave it at the front desk at the Clubhouse. I am looking forward to hearing from all of you in this new quest.

Perhaps you can tell that I don’t cook very often. Cooking leads to more work in the kitchen than I want to do.

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Britt-Marie Jacobson Bogue was featured in an impressive article in California Wild Sheep, a publication of the California Chapter Wild Sheep Foundation, after making a 422-yard shot-of-aliftime. If finally getting the hunting tag she had tried to get for 30 years was difficult, imagine the difficulty of taking and making that 422-yard shot.

“All of my shots at game before were at 100-200 yards. . . I was still shaking and couldn’t believe I had just shot a ram that was more than four football fields away!” said Britt-Marie.

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shops. It can take from seven to 10 weeks for the bulb to flower. Keep the bulb in a warm bright spot but not in direct sunlight. Pour off any excess water and don’t water again until the soil gets very dry. Once the flower spike comes up, you can water a little more. Turn the plant every few days to keep the flower spike straight. You may have to stake the plant, also.

Garden Tasks for October

By Sandi Larson, Master Gardener

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ctober is a perfect month for planting new shrubs, trees, vines and ground covers. Fall is a good time to plant as it gives our plants time to establish roots through the fall and winter.

Fall also is a good time to plant native plants and shrubs. Check the paper for native plant sales at garden clubs or native plant societies.

This is also a good time to get your vegetable garden started with seeds for winter vegetables. Make sure your site receives at least six hours of sun each day. Plant garlic, onions, lettuce, peas, beets, kale, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, parsnips and turnips. If you are not planting your garden in the winter, consider dressing it with some manure to feed the soil.

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tores are still carrying bulbs for spring blooms. If you want to plant tulips, you must chill them prior to planting. Don’t have a lot of space? One of my favorite bulbs for spring is a miniature daffodil. They don’t take much space and look great in a pot. If you haven’t tried anemone or ranunculus bulbs, give them a try.

You can plant them every three weeks until December to extend the bloom. Call your nursery first to verify they have the bulbs you’re looking for.

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ome great trees for fall color are Chinese pistache, crape myrtle, many varieties of Japanese maple, eastern redbud, hawthorn and gingko. Remember to water fairly frequently with newly planted shrubs and trees until our rainy weather starts. Some shrubs also look really pretty in the fall such as: oakleaf hydrangeas, pyracantha, snowball bush and heavenly bamboo. If you want additional color, let the rose hips ripen and turn red on your rose bushes. They make great additions to potpourri bowls.

Also, check your irrigation schedule this month. As our nights start to get a little cooler, you will want to monitor your irrigation and adjust for overnight moisture or rain. The recommendation is to lengthen the number of days between watering but water just as long.

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lean up debris under plants to make sure insects and disease do not continue to spread. Snails and slugs will become more active as our weather cools and rain starts –if they slowed down this summer at all!

You may also divide plants that have stopped performing or are underperforming such as daylilies, Shasta daisies, agapanthus, yarrow, fortnight lily and other fibrous perennials.

October is a good time to fertilize azaleas, camellias and rhododendron

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with 0-10-10 to encourage buds.

Hold off on fertilizing most other plants such as roses and fuchsias but continue to water them until the rains are here. Continue to deadhead blooms in your garden.

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ooking to plant something fun this fall? Consider one of the many decorative grasses available at local nurseries in varying hues of deep red, lime green and brown.

If you plant a grass now, it will die back in the winter, but prune the plant down almost to the ground when the foliage dies, and it will reward you with new growth in the spring. Grasses generally look their best in the summer and fall.

A tall grass may make a wonderful centerpiece in a tall container surrounded by colorful annuals or perennials.

hinking about a fall day trip?

Consider driving up to Apple Hill, just above Placerville. I would suggest going during the week, however, as this area is so crowded with cars on weekends you can hardly get into the orchards. Go to www.applehill.com to see their events, list of the orchards that are open, where to eat, when the crafters are there, wineries, etc. They have a shuttle service, but I believe it mainly runs on the weekends. There are crafters at several of the farms and Setness Tours has even designed a day trip up there. The foliage will start to turn this month and you should see some color in the trees and shrubs.

Sandi Larson may be reached at 209-824-2062 or slarsonrealtor@ comcast.net.

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ne of the bulbs planted for Christmas bloom is the amaryllis. Normally, they can be purchased in nurseries or garden

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ur first ever “Country Western Night” is Saturday, October 6, at 6:30 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room. If you’re “a little bit country,” we’d love to have you show up in country attire although that isn’t a prerequisite to attend. The western night will be a fun, enjoyable evening with neighbors and new friends, country style.

Dodie Miller Activities Director

The Chris Gardner Band will play a variety of dance music from 7 to 10 p.m.

Snacks will be provided. You may bring your beverage of choice. Tickets are available for purchase at the front desk for $12 per person.

Bring your “guy” or “gal” to Woodbridge’s first “Country Western Night” and kick up your heels! Yee-haw!

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nother first ever for Woodbridge will be the Walk-A-Thon for breast cancer, Sunday, October 7, beginning at 9 a.m. We will gather at the Clubhouse and walk for a mile and a half on our community’s sidewalks which will be marked with PINK balloons to guide us along. Donations will be accepted and given to the American Cancer Society in the Woodbridge community’s name. WEAR PINK!

Letters to the Editor Come to the Ballgame

I hope you read the response [pages 26 & 27] from our Senior Softball Club regarding comments made before the last Policy & Procedures meeting. Unfortunately, there was a long line to get to the microphone and time ran out. If possible, I would like to dispel the fears [mentioned at the meeting]. The community is now divided, and I do understand the fears. I came to Woodbridge to live out the rest of my life, to have fun and enjoy the lifestyle. I, nor any of the softball players, want to destroy that lifestyle. Any team invited by the Wolverines to play here has players the same age we are and they are good people.

Come watch our games. We are just a bunch of senior citizens trying to play a young man’s game. Eighty percent of the players are over 70 years young. I would like this issue to go through the process the subcommittee has started. I have seen all the hard work they have done. Whichever way it goes, we will abide by them [the policies and rules]. Thank you all.

~Rudy Salvador, president - WSSC

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I want to commend the Wheels of Woodbridge for hosting one of the best events for residents that I’ve experienced yet. The Poker Run and Rally followed by a delicious tri-tip dinner for only $6 was exactly the type of event we envisioned when we chose to move to this Del Webb community.

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EVENTS and TOURS October 2012 STEVE’S MOBILE SUNSCREENS ITALIAN DINNER –Tuesday, October 2 @ 5 p.m., MPR – Will go over maintenance packages, security doors and Christmas light installation.

WINE 101 – Wednesday, October 3 @ 6 p.m., MPR – This wine event focuses on reading a wine label and tips for ordering wines in restaurants.

CHILI/BAKED POTATO FEED – Thursday, October 4 @ 5:30 p.m., MPR – Men of Woodbridge are hosting this event. Serving chili, baked potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread and cake. Tickets are $8 each.

DOCUMENT PARTY FOR MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE – Thursday, October 4 @ 6:30 p.m., CR – Documents and last minute details for the cruise.

COMMUNITYWIDE GARAGE SALE – Saturday, October 6 @ 8 a.m. – Everyone who wants to participate will put their sale items in front of their own garage. Signs will be posted throughout the neighborhood.

COUNTRY WESTERN NIGHT – Saturday, October 6 @ 6:30 p.m., MPR – The Chris Gardner Band will be playing and you can show off your country “duds” or not. Just come out and have fun, country-style. Tickets are $12 each.

WOODBRIDGE COMMUNITYWIDE WALK-A-THON FOR BREAST CANCER – Sunday, October 7 @ 9 a.m. – Start at the Clubhouse and walk through the community streets, following the pink balloons. Water provided and all donations go to the American Cancer Society.

OKTOBERFEST – Tuesday, October 9 @ 6 p.m., MPR – Dinner, beer stein contest, iPad drawing, fall craft boutique and Frank Anger on the accordion.

Tickets are $20 each.

APPLE HILL TOUR through Setness Tours – Friday, October 12 @ 7:15 a.m.

– Shop at craft fairs, sample apple varieties, shop fresh fruit, vegetables, pies and pastries. A BBQ chicken luncheon with fresh apple pie a la mode, tour coach transportation and escorted trip. $89 each.

MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE – October 13 – 27 – Traveling around the boot of Italy visiting seven ports.

STEW NIGHT POTLUCK – Tuesday, October 23 @ 5:30 p.m., MPR. DOCTORS HOSPITAL HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY – Tuesday, October 30 @ 5:30 p.m., MPR – Put together your best costume for the contest – prizes for best costume. Door prize drawings and wine & cheese provided.

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Butch Larson was an outstanding emcee and overall coordinator. His team of helpers included M/M Reedy, Music, Barnhart, Noble, Reed, and MANY other wonderful people whom I am looking forward to meeting and getting to know as friends in this great community. I’m not a ‘car guy,’ but I’m glad these ‘car guys’ went to so much trouble so the rest of us could have such a good time. In addition to lots of laughter, these guys took every precaution to ensure everyone had a safe experience. The trivia questions helped us learn more about our community. The ‘clues’ to each stop were organized to make us ‘think’ a bit but not too much. The ‘rally’ locations were spread throughout Woodbridge in such a way that no one area was inundated with cars or bikes. And it was affordable. Sign us up for next year’s rally and thank you again for a great time!

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Reaching Out Lakeview Clubhouse: 824-7581

Board of Directors

Mark Kaushagen, President Christine Carlson, Director John Johnson, Director Bill Barnhart, Secretary: Denise Drewry, Director:

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Executive Director

Kayo Armstrong:

824-7831

Activities Director

Dodie Miller:

824-7927

Management

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Woodbridge Owners Association Board-Appointed Committees Thanks to the numerous volunteers who comprise the Board-appointed committees at Woodbridge. Listed below are the committees along with contact information for the chairperson and secretary, if applicable. Your participation in any of the scheduled committee meetings is always welcome.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW • Mike Wallick, Chair mike.wallick@pultegroup.com FINANCE • Christine Carlson, Chair christine.carlson@pultegroup.com LIFESTYLE • Dodie Miller, Chair dodie.miller@ourwoodbridge.net

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BELOW: Sally Murray enjoys playing cards at the Lakeview Clubhouse.

ABOVE: Marybeth and Ron Saari at Yellowstone National Park.

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