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Castle Rock Times
THE LAKES COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
Volume 6 Issue 5
May 2014
Gate Control
The Lakes is a “gated community”, but it
would be better said that we’re a community with gates. While gates provide
some protection against the casual
criminal or vandal, we should never expect them to keep out someone who is
really bent on committing a crime.
Inside this issue:
Gate Control
1
From the President
2
Board Meeting Agenda
2
Social Notes & News
3
Homes For Sale
4
Kathy’s Pet Center
6
Landscape
7
Things to Do
8
Lakes Upgrades
11
February Board
Minutes
12
Account Balances
13
A little over a week ago, a moving van hit
and destroyed the telephone entry system (aka the “squawk box”) at the East
Gate. The driver was
quick to report his error to the homeowner
and will reimburse the
Lakes for the damage.
Meanwhile we have
been having a lot of
trouble with the system
over the past few
months. The system is
over 10 years old and past it’s useful life
expectancy. Our most recent Reserve
Study recommended that the system be
replaced this year and the Board agreed.
The accident with the box simply expedited the ordering and the payment from
the van line will save some of the cost.
All your existing codes and equipment
(clicker, cards, etc.) will immediately
work with this new equipment as soon as
it’s fully installed.
The new system offers significantly upgrades. Perhaps the
most asked for is the
ability to transmit to
and from cell phones.
Some residents no
longer have “land
lines” making it very
difficult for their
guests to use the box.
The system also has many more available
four digit numbers. Currently we were limited to 500 codes. With 431 homes plus
all the contractors, delivery vans and
other legitimate users, we were running
out of numbers. This system will be set for
1,000 codes and is expandable should we
need it.
Another feature is
the communications will be faster
for remote programming. Currently when a
number needs to
be changed, our service company must
update all numbers via a telephone line.
That takes the box out of service for several minutes. The new system does it in
seconds via a 33.6 Kbps Internet line.
The new cabinets are stronger, made out
of 16 gauge powder coated steel with a
similar gauge stainless steel front panel.
The LED display should also be brighter
and easer to read and use. Audio quality
should also improve.
The Board is also considering (at the next
meeting) the installation of video cameras
at the East Gate. The cameras at the West
Gate, installed a few months ago have
proven to provide excellent recording and
has helped locate offenders who damage
the gates and folks who are using codes
assigned to other uses such as the fire
and police departments. We have had
less damage since the cameras were installed as well.
We have been told that the new system
will be operational early next week.
The allocation of code numbers will be
discussed at the next Board Meeting.
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From the President
Hi Neighbors,
Well, you are finally seeing the improvements that the board approved last month.
The Men's and Women's locker rooms are being completely refurbished.
The Tennis Courts and Basketball Court have been completely resurfaced.
The Rec. Center parking lot has been re paved.
The Walkway running west of The Rec. Center has been completely re paved.
On behalf of the board, we want to apologize for the inconvenience that was caused by the
closing of the East Gate due to the damage caused by a large moving van at that location. Not
only is the East gate being repaired, we are now in the process of installing a completely new system of entering
our community at both The East and West gates.
One caution at this time of year. I, personally, just had to have a swarm of bees removed from my back yard. Be
cautious as bees are swarming and finding all kinds of places to nest.
Enjoy the warm weather and don't forget the sun block!
Regards,
Mel Silverman, President
April Board Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, April 29 6:30 pm
Lakes at Castle Rock Recreation Center
1. QUORUM - A quorum requirement is 5 directors
2. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION
Mel Silverman, President
Lee Smith, Vice President
Steve Schuldenfrei, Secretary
Chris Burt, Treasurer
Chris Kaselemis, Member at Large
Doug Baker, Member at Large
Shirley Henning, Member at Large / Social Director
3. HOMEOWNER INPUT (3 Minutes per owner)
4. REVIEW & APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
March 25, 2014
5. FINANCIAL REPORTS:
March 2014
6. MANAGERS REPORT - Provided for Board review
7. NEW BUSINESS A. Proposals from Techsoft Solutions to install cameras at East gate and then the Rec. Center.
B. Proposals for re-doing the Kool decking at the Rec. Center.
C. Approval of repairing cement in streets that is missing around valves/ repairing broken curbs.
D. Landscaping (Lee) will submit information about applying Duck deterrent on grass at Rec. Center.
E. Pool Maintenance Proposals
F. AZ Health Contract Renewal
G. As brought forth emergency matter only
8. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. DRC – Doug
B. Landscape/Lakes– Lee – Lake Report attached
C. Security/Gate/Roads/Facilities –Mel – Report attached
D. Social Committee/Communications -Shirley Henning – Report attached
10. NEXT MEETING - To be determined
11. ADJOURNMENT - 8:30 p.m.
***To be followed immediately by a brief closed Executive Session, if needed.***
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From the Desk of The Social Director
The Spring Yard Sale on Saturday, April 5, brought in many yard sale seekers, looking
and buying items to use or add to their special collection.
Walking and driving through our community, we had the opportunity to talk with residents and to learn that they enjoyed having a yard sale in the spring time. Just a reminder, if you have items left over, there will be a fall yard sale in November.
The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter and Sanctuary is very grateful for many items donated to them from our yard sale and sends their sincere appreciation to each and
every one who donated.
To our residents, expressing a desire to have a group for singles over 55, we invite you
to come and share your thoughts and ideas for our start up program, “LIFE”. (see below) We will be meeting
Saturday, April 26, at 2:00 p.m. at the Recreation Center. Although an R.S.V.P. is not required, we would love
to hear from you. [email protected] – phone 760-3181.
Remember ……. Four great ingredients for “LIFE” are…..
Laughter
Interest
Fun
Events
“B-14” Let’s keep the Bingo Balls rolling, 22 residents played at the last game. Join us Friday, April 25, - 6:30
p.m. Recreation Center.
Shirley
Next BINGO
Friday, April 25
Rec Center
Fun and Games in 2014
April 25
April 26
May 23
May 24
August 16
November 15
BINGO
LIFE MEETING
BINGO
SWAP & SHOP LIBRARY
SWAP & SHOP LIBRARY
SWAP & SHOP LIBRARY
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Homes For Sale In The Lakes
According to the listings on www.realtor.com, as of April 17, 2014 the following houses were for sale in the
Lakes. The Castle Rock Times takes no responsibility for errors of commission, omission, accuracy, errors and/or
changes. This information is for your enjoyment only so, please don’t shoot the messenger. Instead, consult a
qualified real estate agent to verify information and to receive additional details.
9667 E Country Ct
1,406 Sq Ft on a .14 acre lot
3 Bed 2 Bath
$215,000
MLS: 21332885
2290 N Deer Creek Pl
1,460 Sq Ft on a .13 acre lot
3 Bed 2 Bath
$214,000
MLS: 21327584
2412 N Emerald Lake Court 1,265 Sq Ft on a .17 acre lot
4 Bed 2½ Bath
$275,000
MLS: 21408854
2391 N. Lake Star Drive 2,065 Sq Ft on a 0.16 Acre lot
3 Bed 2½ Bath
$299,000
MLS: 21409307
9260 E Northview Ct 4,279 Sq Ft on .62 acre lot
5 bed. 5½ bath
$615,000
MLS: 21407147
2210 N Creek Vista Drive 1,406 Sq Ft on a .15 acre lot
3 Bed 2 Bath
$195,000
MLS: 21402688
2371 N Emerald Lake Court
1,815 Sq Ft on a .13 acre lot
4 Bed 2 Bath
$249,500
MLS: 21405469
2381 N Lake Star Drive 2,780 Sq Ft on a .12 acre lot
5 bed 3 bath
$249,888
MLS: 21327379
9534 E. Lake Star Place
2,456 Sq Ft on a 0.15 Acre lot
4 Bed 2½ Bath
$300,000
MLS: 21406438
2225 N Quail Lake Place
2,659 Sq Ft house
2 bed. 2½ bath
$349,000
MLS: 21326267
No sign on property.
New this month.
Price reduced since last month’s issue
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9720 E. Sandcastle Court
2,613 Sq Ft on a .16 acre lot
4 Bed 3 Bath
$330,000
MLS: 21408551
9312 E. Star Water Drive 2,456 Sq Ft on a .12 acre lot
4 Bed 2½ Bath
$299,900
MLS: 21407696
2289 N Split Rock Place
2,603 Sq Ft on a .23 acre lot
5 bed. 3 bath
$350,000
MLS: 21405419
9488 E. Star Water Drive 2,456 Sq Ft on a .12 acre lot
4 Bed 2½ Bath
$295,000
MLS: 21407798
2088 N. Water View Court 3,042 Sq Ft on a .33 acre lot
4 Bed 2½ Bath
$469,500
MLS: 21408356
No sign on property.
New this month.
Price reduced since last month’s issue
Attention All Residents… All Vehicles With Trailers Must Use East Gate:
Please tell your landscapers and others using trailers to enter at the East gate (once it is repaired),
rather than the West gate. Some, not all, have trailers that have a rear platform/ramp that catches
the arm when they go through. These are the real culprits to knocking down the arms. Thank you.
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Kathy’s Pet Corner
By Kathy Harris
As our winter residents prepare to leave our upcoming
warmer weather for cooler climes, be aware of a potential threat for your dog that may not show symptoms right away: Valley Fever.
Yes, even weeks or months after you arrive home, you
may notice your dog becoming lethargic,
limping, or just ‘not doing right’. You
take the dog in to the Vet and they
diagnose cancer, or just can’t figure
out what is ailing your pet. Be sure
to INSIST on a blood test for Valley
Fever! We are an endemic area
for this disease.
The following info is from the Valley
Fever Center for Excellence:
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Valley Fever requires suspicion of the disease from the dog's history, its symptoms, and the
results of examinations and tests performed by your
veterinarian. If your dog has recently visited an area
where the fungus can be acquired, telling your veterinarian about your dog's travel history can be very helpful in deriving the diagnosis.
In addition to examining your dog, your veterinarian is
very likely to order diagnostic tests to help identify the
Valley Fever infection. Common tests include:
•general blood tests and blood cell counts
•chest x-rays
•bone and joint x-rays
•Valley Fever blood test (also called cocci test, cocci
serology, or cocci titer)
Sometimes tests are negative early in the infection,
especially the Valley Fever blood test, and they may
need to be repeated in 3-4 weeks to establish the diagnosis.
In difficult cases, the routine tests are not very helpful
in the diagnosis. Your veterinarian may recommend
other tests to find out what is making your dog sick.
These tests are often more definitive:
•Culture of fluid or tissue samples from your dog to
isolate and identify the fungus; this is highly specific
•Biopsies or aspirates with microscopic examination
of cell, fluid, or tissue samples to visualize fungal organisms and inflammation in your dog
If your dog is having seizures or other signs of neurological disease, your vet may urge you to get
•a CT or MRI scan of the brain or spinal cord
Usually Valley Fever is easily confirmed with basic diagnostic tests, but some cases are difficult to
diagnose. In those cases, persistence and advanced diagnostics will be required to rule
out other diseases and confirm
Valley Fever.
One of my own dogs was diagnosed as he had an unexplained
limp, and having just attended a
seminar on Valley Fever I knew enough to
ask for a test. His Valley Fever had disseminated to his shoulder. My brother,
a Montana resident, has a dog that was first
diagnosed with cancer. But, knowing his dog was exposed here in Green Valley I urged him to INSIST on a
Valley Fever test. Sure enough, it wasn’t cancer but
Valley Fever! With proper treatment he can enjoy his
dog for many years to come.
For more information, please visit and support
https://www.vfce.arizona.edu/Default.aspx
Endemic areas for Valley Fever
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Spring is Here and So Are the Insects!
By Jon Gibson, Complete Landscaping
As the plants start to grow in the spring, so do the insects. Because of some frost this year, many plants
are susceptible to getting an infestation. The most
common insects out right now are Aphids and Spider
Mites. Both pests can be removed with either the correct pesticide or soapy water. But to know what pesticide to use you need to know what pest you have.
method also works well for diagnosing thrips. If possible, you can look closely to identify whether or not any
predatory mites are present. This close inspection is
crucial to making proper management decisions. If no
sign is present of existing spider mites, natural enemies or environmental conditions may have already
reduced their numbers.
Aphids are yellow pear-shaped insects with piercingsucking mouthparts
Spider mites feed
that allow them to suck
by puncturing plant
the nutritious cell sap
tissue with piercing
from flowers, leaves,
mouthparts. Chlorostems, and sometimes
phyll is removed
roots, of many plants in
along with plant fluour landscapes and
ids. As a result,
gardens. Aphids are
plants infested with
soft-bodied insects that
spider mites have a
come in many shapes,
white or yellow
sizes, and colors. The
speckled appearfirst indication of their
ance. Webbing may also be a visible sign of infestation.
presence may be a
The plants will tend to look dull and unthrifty. Mites
shiny, sticky material
feed primarily on the undersides of leaves, out of sight
on the leaves. This liqand away from direct sunlight. When mites feed on
uid is called honeydew. Another sign is curled, stunted
fruit, it causes bronzing or russetting. This discoloration
leaves on new growth in spring. Close inspection will
makes the fruit cosmetically unappealing but seldom
usually reveal the insect itself, but don’t get in a hurry
damages the edible interior of the fruit. Heavily into use pesticides. Aphids and the damage they cause
fested plants may drop their leaves prematurely.
may appear unsightly; however, this damage is usually
not serious and causes little long-term harm to the
If a spider mite infestation is suspected, hold a white
plants they colonize.
piece of paper beneath the branch and tap the foliage
sharply. Wipe your hand across the paper brushing everything off and look for red smear marks across the
paper. These smears are the Red Spire mites. This
Our thanks to Complete Landscaping and especially to Jon Gibson for this advice. Complete Landscaping has been keeping the common areas of the Lakes in the beautiful condition which makes the neighborhood so enjoyable and our guest’s
envious. Jon is a monthly contributor to your Castle Rock Times with great horticultural guidance.
2014 Board Members and Officers:
Mel Silverman
Lee Smith
Steve Schuldenfrei
Chris Burt
Doug Baker
Shirley Henning
Chris Kaselemis
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Director-at-Large
Director-at-Large
Director-at-Large
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
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All Around
Tucson
Things to Do!
The following activities and information are supplied by The Tucson Convention and
Visitors Website (www.visittucson.org/events/calendar):
Pima County Fair - Now until Apr 27. The 103rd annual Pima
County Fair at Pima County Fairgrounds promises 11 days of
old-fashioned fun. Spend the day with family and friends
enjoying attractions, motorized events, concerts and staged
entertainment, prize-winning animal exhibits, and fingerlicking fair food. Explore carnival rides and midway games
for thrill-seekers of all ages and sizes.
Invisible Theatre: Olive and the Bitter Herbs - Now until May
4. Invisible Theatre presents a mad-cap comedy about connecting to the people with us and those who have passed
on, by Charles Busch.
Crystalline Treasures: The Mineral Heritage of China - Now
until June 30. The UA Mineral Museum's "Mineral Heritage
of China" exhibit features a world-class display. Mineral
specimens from China that have never been seen before in
a public exhibition. Learn about the ancient history and culture of China, a civilization that goes back five thousand
years, a civilization that changed the world with the invention of gunpowder, paper, and silk. The UA Mineral Museum
is open daily and is located on the Main Floor of Flandrau
Science Center.
Tucson Museum of Art - Rose Cabat at 100: A Retrospective
Exhibition of Ceramics - Now until Sep 14. The artistry of
Rose Cabat--an American studio ceramicist living in Tucson.
Considered one of the most important ceramic artists of the
Mid-century Modernist movement, Cabat is best known for
her innovative glazes on small porcelain pots called "feelies"
which she developed in the 1960s. This exhibition will be a
survey of her different styles from the 1960s until the present to celebrate the year of her 100th birthday.
PCC Theatre Arts - The Mousetrap - Now until Apr 27. Pima
Community College Theatre Arts presents a murder-mystery
by Agatha Christie, a classic who-dunnit with an ingenious
plot that engages the audience from start to finish, directed
by Mickey Nugent, in PCC Black Box Theatre.
Arizona International Film Festival - Now until Apr 27. The
23rd annual Arizona International Film Festival, the longest
running and largest film festival in Arizona, will run at exhibition venues throughout Tucson and Southern Arizona. The
Reel Frontier film competition presents awards in each category with special accolades to the best Arizona films. Receptions, parties, question-and-answer sessions, and workshops take place at several locations.
Love, Loss and What I Wore - Now until Apr 27. Love, Loss
and What I Wore offers 28 different stories illuminating the
female identity. Generally comic, the show also addresses
sad, bitter or sentimental issues.
Live Theatre Workshop: Southern Comforts - Now until May
4. Live Theatre Workshop is proud to announce playwright
Kathleen Clark's romantic comedy "Southern Comforts" on
mainstage, a blend of drama, comedy and romance, all
rolled into one.
Birdathon 2014 - Now until May 10. Join a team or a trip,
and go out birding. Celebrate Birdathon 2014 with a Birdy
BBQ on Saturday, May 10th.
Quest of the Caveman - Now until Jun 7. The Great American
Playhouse presents "Quest of the Caveman," with an invasion of the Ashers home in Wildcat Valley. A small ragtag
group goes on a quest to united their tribe amidst unseen
monsters and a hostile world.
Beach Blanket Bee-Bop at Gaslight Theatre - Now until Jun
8. Catch the sun and surf with the colorful crew of Gaslight
Theatre for a comedy stages in Surfside, California during
the 1960's. There will be fun, romance and music for all.
Beck with Special Guests - Apr 23. The historic Rialto Theatre presents Beck in a concert reunion with his Mutations
Tour bandmates for this current tour, including Joey
Waronker, Roger Manning, Smokey Hormel and Justin
Meldal-Johnsen.
Sesame Street Live! Make a New Friend - Apr 23. Tucson
Music Hall presents Elmo, Grover, Abby Cadabby and their
Sesame Street friends as they welcome Chamki, Grover's
friend from India.
Arizona Police & Fire Games - Apr 23 - 26. Arizona law enforcement, fire, military, and sworn civilian personnel compete in 16 athletic and skill events, ranging from baseball,
golf, and basketball to flag football, fishing and poker, all for
charity.
Paradiso Bar & Lounge Free Concert Thursdays - Apr 24. Sol
Casinos presents a free concert on Thursdays at Casino del
Sol with a lineup that includes tributes to classic rock music
legends.
AVA Amphitheater: Tejano Shootout 2014 - Apr 25. Casino
Del Sol presents an evening of Tejano music, with Michael
Salgado, Rey Reyna, Boni Mauricio and special guest Jaime
De Anda, at Anselmo Valencia Tori Amphitheater (AVA).
Charles Mingus Hometown Music Festival - Apr 25 - 26. The
6th annual Charles Mingus Hometown Music Festival, in the
musician's hometown Nogales, Arizona, will celebrate the
April birthday of world-renowned jazz composer, band
leader, and jazz bassist Charles Mingus.
Tucson Masterworks Chorale: English Cathedral Music - Apr
25 - 26. Tucson Masterworks Chorale, Southern Arizona's
oldest Choral Arts organization, presents its Spring Concert
celebrating its 65th season. Performance features Ralph
Vaughan Williams and friends with special guests the Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus and soloists presenting an authentic English Cathedral experience, set in the beautiful, Anglican, acoustically resonant Grace St. Paul's Episcopal
Church in midtown Tucson.
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College Baseball: Arizona Wildcats vs Arizona State Sun
Devils - Apr 25 - 27. The University of Arizona Wildcats Baseball team plays a three-games series against the Arizona
State University Sun Devils at Hi Corbett Field, Reid Park.
Blessing of Sonoita Vineyards - Apr 26. Sonoita Vineyards
Winery, in Elgin, hosts wine tastings with wine and food pairings, winery and vineyard tours, and a procession through
the vineyard behind Father Greg, who has been giving the
vineyard its annual blessing for over 30 years.
Spring Circus at Valley of the Moon - Apr 26. Many Mouths
One Stomach, producers of the All Souls Procession weekend, presents Spring Circus, a fundraiser for the Procession
of Little Angels with fun activities and food trucks at Valley
of the Moon.
7th Annual Chess Fest - Apr 26. Queens presents at Hotel
Congress, downtown, a free, family chess festival featuring
special guest 19 year old Rochelle Ballantyne. There will be
beginning chess lessons, pick-up chess games, a humansized chess board, chess arts and crafts, face painting, and
more.
Piece The Puzzle Autism Walk/Run & Resource Fair - Apr
26. This 8th annual event promises to be a fun, informative,
and family-focused day filled with food and drink, children's
activities, and an autism community resource fair with 40plus vendors to help educate and raise awareness of this
prevalent disorder. Kids' activities include jumping castles,
face painting, Lego play area, meet-the-firemen, and more.
Solar Potluck & Exhibition - Apr 26. Join Citizens For Solar
for the 32nd annual solar-powered information day that includes solar cooked food, solar displays, children's activities, and speakers and musicians at Catalina State Park.
Tucson Glass Festival IV: Young @ Art - Apr 26. Sonoran
Glass School hosts an affordable, exciting and educational
all-day event where kids, families and the general public
explore the glass arts. There will be glassblowing demos,
creative glass art activities and food trucks, including Dragoon Cafe. School-aged children (K-12) can submit a drawing of a desert plant or animal and submit it the day of the
event.
Earth Month 2014 at Biosphere 2 - Apr 26 - 27. Celebrate
Earth Month 2014 at Biosphere 2 with four weekend programs focusing on different facets of our lives on planet
Earth, and on the related scientific research at Biosphere 2.
Weekend 4 celebrates Earth Day with a new Manzo Elementary art exhibition.
Desert Voices: Spring Forward - Apr 26 - 27. Desert Voices
presents its spring concert, an exploration of the songs that
we weave into our nest and which blossom into spring. The
two shows will feature music intended to excite, awaken and
renew. Desert Voices is a Tucson, AZ based GLBT chorus
that takes pride in striving to spread the message of unity
and equality to everyone.
Men's City Amateur 72-Hole Championships - Apr 26 - 27.
Tucson City Golf presents the 2014 Men's City Amateur 72hole golf championships at Silverbell, El Rio, Randolph and
Dell Urich Golf Courses on April 26-27 and May 3-4.
Barrio Hollywood's 12th Fiesta Grande - Apr 26 - 27. Free
celebration of Barrio Hollywood's history and culture with
street fair, carnival rides, car show, live music, food vendors,
beer garden, and more.
Tucson Regional Ballet - Spring Spectacular - Apr 26 - 27.
Tucson Regional Ballet performs a fun-filled adventure of
Hans Christian Andersen's "Princess and the Pea" and the
timeless classic "Les Sylphides" at Leo Rich Theatre.
Local Food, Beer & Wine Tasting - Apr 27. Experience the
best of the best at this second annual Local Food, Beer and
Wine Tasting event, hosted by the Augustin Kitchen in the
Mercado San Agustin. You will be entertained with live music, t-shirt giveaways, grand prize raffles and tastings from
some of the best local supporters in Southern Arizona: Acacia Real Food & Cocktails • Agustin Kitchen • Pasco
Kitchen & Lounge • Proper Prep & Pastry • Zona 78 • Arizona Stronghold Vineyards • Callaghan Vineyards Dos Cabezas WineWorks • Pillsbury Wine Co. • Borderlands Brewing Co. Dragoon Brewing Co. • Ten55 Brewing • Old Bisbee
Brewing Co. Monies raised will help to fund scholarships for
Slow Food of Southern Arizona.
Angel Ranch - A Western Carnival - Apr 27. Angel Charity
hosts a wild west carnival with unlimited Trail Dust Town
rides. Enjoy the carousel, train, ferris wheel, gold panning,
wild west museum, and a wild west show at 12:30 pm.
There will be food booths, a mechanical bull, live music, raffle, petting zoo, pony rides and more!
Fiesta de las Aves: Casa de San Pedro River Walk I & II - Apr
29 - May 2. Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory (SABO)
presents 3-hour guided walks for bird and wildlife enthusiasts through desert grasslands and cottonwood trees in the
sanctuary of the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation
Area. The festival leads up to the nationwide celebration of
International Migratory Bird Day. Walks depart April 29th
and May 2nd from Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast.
Tucson International Mariachi Conference - Apr 30 - May 3.
Tucson's award-winning conference/concert series features
performances by mariachi musicians and baile folklorico
dancers at Casino del Sol Resort Spa & Conference Center.
May Day at The Mini Time Machine - May 1. The Mini Time
Machine welcomes the coming of spring with some Fairy
Fun, including stories with the Fairy Godmother from "More
to the Story," making giant paper flowers, playing with the
Dress Up Cart and Culture Cart in the Enchanted Realm.
Find Fairy Caitlin in all five of her hiding spots and win a
prize. Fairy attire encouraged.
Santa Cruz Nature & Heritage Festival - May 1 - 4. Birding,
cultural heritage and history along the scenic Santa Cruz
River are the focus of this fun-filled, educational festival.
Included will be guided birding tours, nature walks, and historical and cultural tours as well as on-site classes lead by
local and state experts on issues ranging from history, local
culture and nature topics.
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Tucson Boys Chorus Pops Concert - May 3. The legendary
Tucson Boys Chorus, "America's Singing Ambassadors,"
performs a concert of light pops repertoire at Catalina
Foothills High School auditorium.
Festival Garibaldi - May 3. Festival Garibaldi is an all-day
party with live mariachi music and food, poolside and in
the Grand Ballroom, at Casino del Sol Resort Spa & Conference Center.
First Saturdays Concert at Catalina State Park - May 3.
Enjoy an evening concert featuring The Cowboy & the Jazz
Lady (Jazz) at the Trailhead with standard park admission
to Catalina State Park. Bring a chair and your own food
and water. The Friends of Catalina SP will provide free
popcorn during the concerts. Concerts will be canceled
during severe weather.
Gloria Trevi at Desert Diamond Casino - May 3. Diamond
Center Sahuarita presents a special Cinco de Mayo concert featuring Mexican pop icon Gloria Trevi. This is an allages show.
Tucson Folk Festival - May 3 - 4. One of the country's largest free festivals, with more than 200 musicians from Arizona and the Southwest performing over 20 hours of family-friendly music, dance, and entertainment in El Presidio
Park, downtown Tucson.
Reveille Men's Chorus: Simply... Fabulous! - May 3 - 4. One
of Tucson's internationally recognized men's choruses
stages its annual spring musical production at the Temple
of Music and Art. Reveille takes pride in staging songs
from favorite diva singers and crazy choreography filled
with humor and heart.
Sonoita Horse Races - May 3 - 4. The Santa Cruz County
Fair & Rodeo Association presents the 99th live Quarter
Horse and Thoroughbred racing weekend at Sonoita Fairgrounds with simulcast wagering from Turf Paradise and
the Kentucky Derby.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta-Tucson Tortilla Festival - May 4. Tucson's second annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at the fort and
first annual Tortilla Festival are a celebration of Mexican
folklore, art, and music with tortilla sampling. Come and
learn the art of tortilla-making and dress in your best traditional Mexican-style outfit. Enjoy children's activities and
other family-friendly entertainment.
Dr Gann's Diet of Hope Cinco de Mayo 10K & Fun Run May 4. Southern AZ Roadrunners presents the 34rd annual edition 10K run/walk through Starr Pass and the
Tucson Mountains. Afterwards, enjoy a Cinco de Mayo
celebration featuring a live mariachi band.
Hacienda Del Blues - May 4. Hacienda del Sol Guest
Ranch Resort presents Johnny Strasser & Fiends performing original Blues, along with some swing & jump blues.
Meteor Mania at Kitt Peak - May 5. Watch Mother Nature's
summer fireworks show at Kitt Peak National Observatory.
Travel far away from the city lights to view Eta Aquarids, a
dependable shower that hasn't been viewed before at Kitt
Peak. The meteors are pieces of Halley's Comet that broke
away from the comet's nucleus several hundred years ago.
Festivities begin late and stretch into the wee hours of the
morning to observe one of Nature's most spectacular cosmic shows.
Southwest Wings Birding & Nature Festival - Spring Fling May 7 - 10. Self-guided and guided tours, exhibits, and presentations about Southern Arizona birds and butterflies at
annual conference in Sierra Vista, near some of the country's best birding areas.
Mt. Lemmon Hill Climb - May 9. Greater Arizona Bicycling
Association sponsors the Mt. Lemmon Hill Climb, one of the
toughest 100 hill climbs in the USA, starting at McDonald
District Park on Harrison Rd., north of the Catalina Hwy. Mt
Lemmon is right up there with the famous passes in the
European tours: hardly anywhere else in the US can you
climb so high for so many miles in succession.
National Public Gardens Day - May 9. National Public Gardens Day takes place on the Friday before Mother's Day to
raise awareness of the important role our country's botanical gardens and arboreta play in promoting environmental
stewardship, plant and water conservation, green spaces,
and education in communities nationwide. It's an especially
good day to visit Tucson Botanical Gardens, Tohono Chul,
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum or a plant nursery selling
arid-land and native plants, such as Desert Survivors, Mesquite Valley Growers, Green Things, Civano Nursery or Bach's
Cactus Nursery and B&B Cactus Farm.
NKF Golf Classic - May 9. The National Kidney Foundation
Golf Classic, the nation's premier amateur golf event for
charity, will be played at the Omni Tucson National. Each
year thousands of golfers from across the country participate for the exciting competition and the chance to win great
prizes-all to benefit a worthy cause.
Celebrating Classic Cars and the Open Road! - May 10. Tohono Chul Park is partnering with members of the Tucson
chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America and Tucson Vintage Motorcycle Riders to feature the smooth rides
your parents or grandparents drove along Route 66, some
smokin' antique motorcycles and a restored '57 El Rey travel
trailer complete with its '59 caddy tow car! There will be food
trucks - Mobile Bistro is serving 50s/60s diner food like
cheeseburgers, sonoran hot dogs, sandwiches and fries,
and Pin-Up Pastries has whoopie pies, shakes and malts.
Fort Lowell Walking Tour - May 10. Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation sponsors a special walk including history
lectures and tours of historic properties in Fort Lowell Park.
National Train Day at Southern Arizona Transportation Museum - May 10. Visit the Southern Arizona Transportation
Museum and ring the bell of Locomotive #1673 to celebrate
the importance of trains to our town at the seventh annual
National Train Day.
Noche de las Estrellas at Casino Del Sol - May 10. Casino
del Sol hosts a concert presented by Sunnyside High School,
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at Casino Del Sol's Plaza Garibaldi from 11:00 am to
4:00pm, followed by the Concert Extravaganza "Noche de
las Estrellas" in the Ava Amphitheater at 7:00pm.
Sounds of Spring Concert - May 10. The Tucson Girls Chorus
showcases all five choirs in a concert featuring a rich program of choral music at Temple of Music and Art.
Celebration of Saturn - May 11. Kitt Peak National Observatory Visitor Center hosts a Mother's Day viewing of the most
beautiful planet, Saturn. Adults and families with children
are encouraged to attend.
Mother's Day Brunch at Reid Park Zoo - May 11. Treat your
mom to a special day at the Zoo! Start off the morning with
a scrumptious brunch and a Bellini for mom on our Conservation Learning Center's deck overlooking the beautiful Mill
Pond. Take a stroll through the Zoo and participate in a variety of activities such as crafts, animal encounters, and presentations. Plus watch our animal moms get special treats to
celebrate the day!
Israel 66 Celebration - May 14. The Weintraub Israel Center
hosts this year's Israel festival with congregations, community organizations and artists together at a Shuk
(marketplace).
AVA Amphitheater - Alan Jackson - May 15. Casino del Sol
presents iconic country singer and songwriter Alan Jackson
at Anselmo Valencia Tori Amphitheater.
Copper Classic Car & Motorcycle Show - May 17. Join the
13th annual antique and specialty car/motorcycle show,
with prizes for best paint job, goody bags, and food and music on Main Street, Old Bisbee.
The Great Neanderthal Bash- Centurion Ball - May 17. The
Centurions present a charitable party 'The Great Neanderthal Bash, A Stone Age Rampage' with live music, food and
beverage, and a charity casino, at Trillito Race Track, to
raise funds for Carondelet Health Network.
Moonlight Hike at Kartchner Caverns SP - May 17. Kartchner Caverns State Park hosts a ranger-led hike on the
Foothills Loop trail during the full moon. Wear suitable
clothing and shoes and bring water, a flashlight, and insect spray. Trail is moderately difficult and 2.5 miles long.
Please RSVP.
Willcox Wine Country Spring Festival - May 17 - 18. Arizona
Wine Growers Association presents wine tastings, yummy
treats, artisan vendors, and live entertainment in downtown Willcox's historical Railroad Park.
Saguaro National Park offers a
variety of guided walks and talks
throughout the spring / summer
season. Interpretive programs
vary from easy strolls through a
cactus garden to strenuous hikes.
See:
http://www.nps.gov/sagu/planyourvisit/guide
d-programs.htm
Upgrades at the Lakes
Repaved Rec Center
Parking Lot and Trails
Resurfaced Tennis and
Basketball Courts
Rec Center Bathrooms
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Lakes at Castle Rock
Board of Directors Meeting
APPROVED MINUTES
Date:
Time:
Location:
ROLL CALL
Members Present:
February 18, 2014
6:30 pm
Recreation Center
Mel Silverman, President
Lee Smith, Vice President
Steve Schuldenfrei, Secretary
Chris Burt, Treasurer
Shirley Henning, Director-at-Large
Doug Baker, Director-at-Large
Chris Kaselemis, Director-at-Large
Members Absent:
None
Management
Representative:
Daniel Castillo, Association Manager
Cadden Community Management
Minutes:
Daniel Castillo, Association Manager
QUORUM
Quorum requirement is five directors. A quorum was present to conduct a meeting.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mel Silverman called to order at 6:30 pm for homeowners’ comments.
HOMEOWNER
INPUT:
• Lighting issues discussed, CC&R section 8.2 was reviewed regarding color restrictions for lighting.
• Discussion ensued regarding new plantings and artificial plants.
• DRC meeting procedures discussed.
• Homeowner suggested sending a mass mailing to all homeowners reminding them to take a look
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at their home and repaint if necessary.
Discussion ensued regarding the paved desert walkway. Homeowners are concerned with the condition. Management will look in to repair costs.
APPROVAL OF
MINUTES:
Motion was made and seconded to approve the January 6, 2014 minutes as presented and passed
unanimously.
FINANCIAL
REPORT:
The Treasurer presented January financials to the board. Discussion ensued. Motion was made and
seconded to approve the January 2014 Financials as presented and passed unanimously.
MANAGER’S
REPORT:
A copy of the Manager’s report was provided in the Board packet for review. No questions were
broth forth.
NEW
BUSINESS:
A. Appointments:
• Motion was made and seconded to appoint Mel Silverman as President, all in favor.
• Motion was made and seconded to appoint Lee Smith as Vice President, all in favor.
• Motion was made and seconded to appoint Chris Burt as Treasurer, all in favor.
• Motion was made and seconded to appoint Steve Schuldenfrei as Secretary, all in favor.
• Discussion ensued regarding term limits and cross training replacements for Officer positions. No
motion made.
• Chris K. motioned to split up the responsibilities of the Roads/Facility Committee. Motion dies for
lack of Second.
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NEW
BUSINESS (CON’T):
• Motion was made and seconded to nominate Mel Silverman as Chair for the Road/Facilities Com•
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mittee, all in favor.
Motion was made and seconded to nominate Lee Smith as Chair for the Lakes/Landscape Committee, all in favor.
Motion was made and seconded to nominate Chris Burt as Chair for the Finance Committee, all in
favor.
Motion was made and seconded to nominate Shirley Henning as Chair for the Community Relations
Committee, all in favor.
Motion was made and seconded to nominate Doug Baker as Chair for the DRC Committee, all in
favor.
B. Proposal for Meeting time changes• Discussion ensued. No motion made, meeting times will stay the same.
C. Meeting Dates• Discussion ensued. A motion was made and seconded to change the meeting dates from the
third Tuesday of the month, to the last Tuesday of every month. All in favor.
D. Recreation Center Parking Lot overlay- Tabled
E. Refurbish Recreation Center Restrooms- Tabled
F. Gate System Upgrade
• Discussion ensued. Management will request proposals for a new gate system and research hiring a new gate company
COMMITTEE
REPORTS:
Road/Facilities Committee - Mel Silverman. Arms are no longer being damaged. The rear awning at
the fitness center was repaired. Additional light over the pool area needs to be installed for adequate
video activity. Vandalism was repaired in the men’s bathroom. RFPs have been sent for renovation of
the restrooms at the Recreation Center. RFPs have been sent for renovating the tennis courts. A broken curb on Mesquite court was replaced. The committee will continue to replace damaged curbs in
the community.
Social Committee – Shirley Henning. Three welcome cards were mailed to new Residents. Committee
delivered one welcome basket. Welcome Basket vendor changed to “Gift Basket Creations”. Bingo
held January 31st, great turn out. Rec Center rented one (1) time in January.
NEXT MEETING:
Regular Board Meeting to be held on March 25, 2014 – 6:30 PM.
ADJOURNMENT:
A MOTION was made to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 p.m. Unanimously approved. Executive session
followed immediately thereafter.
Account Balances
ACCOUNT
March 2014
February 2014
OPERATING
$160,539.50
$153,583.24
RESERVE
$995,817.22
$982,527.81
DELINQUENT
$ 28,195.06
$ 31,300.00
PREPAID
$ 53,698.03
$ 51,047.45
The Lakes at Castle Rock
Homeowners Association
Information:
All questions and/or concerns regarding
The Lakes at Castle Rock
should be address to our Manager:
Daniel Castillo
Cadden Community Management
1870 West Prince Road, Suite 47
Tucson, Arizona 85705
[email protected]
Phone: 520 297-0797
The Castle Rock Times is produced by:
Steve Schuldenfrei
2040 N. Water View Court
Tucson, AZ 85749
Phone: 520 344-7769
Email: [email protected]
Ideas, stories, news and help always
welcome!
The Lakes at Castle Rock
C/O: Cadden Community Management
1870 West Prince Road, Suite 47
Tucson, Arizona 85705
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