Note from the President - Cielito Lindo de Tubac

Cielito Lindo de Tubac
Board
of Directors
President
Leo Francis
398-3139
Cell: 403-5577
Vice President
Thom Johnstone
398-3210
Treasurer
Mary Fay
398-3922
Secretary
Homero Lopez
602-228-2347
Member-at-Large
Cathy Marrero
398-9708
Newsletter Editor
Claire Gerus Klein
[email protected]
Newsletter Publisher
Marilynn Lowder
[email protected]
HOA Website
Cielitolindohoa.com
Cadden Community
Management
101 S. La Canada Dr, #20,
Green Valley, AZ 85614
(520) 648-6730 tel
(520) 648-6658 fax
Linda Hansen, CAAM®
Association Manager
[email protected]
Note from the President
GREETINGS to all Cielito Lindo neighbors.
And thank you so much for your warm
and supportive welcome to this delightful community. It’s a tremendous pleasure to be
here.
Your Board of Directors has an ambitious agenda for the year. If anything on our todo list inspires you, we invite and welcome volunteers. In addition to your
committees’ work described below, we plan to wrap up the following old business:
removing obsolete references in our literature to being a gated community. New
projects include clarifying the mission statements for each of your committees,
evaluating your CC&Rs for currency and accuracy, and expanding community
involvement.
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE—Leo Francis, Chair
We are newly re-populated with volunteers and ready to serve. Right up front, we
have a request of you, our neighbors. Please reacquaint yourselves and familiarize
your tenants with our community’s CC&Rs, especially Articles 9 & 10 and our Design
Guidelines and Rules & Regulations. Your cooperation in observing the guidelines
that have made this community such a desirable place to live would be greatly
appreciated. One of our commitments to you for 2014 is that we will review all of our
guidelines to ensure that they are current, clear, and comprehensive. Please direct
any questions, concerns, and suggestions to Linda Hansen of Cadden Management:
520-648-6730.
PAINTING SUB-COMMITTEE:
So capably managed by Robert Moore, this
committee needs a couple of volunteers. We’ll be updating Cielito Lindo’s Painting
Policy and Procedures and bring our records at Cadden Management up to date.
LANDSCAPE COMMITTEE—Cathy Marrero, Chair
Please contact Linda Hansen, Cadden Management, 520-648-6730 ,with any
concerns about the landscaping in the common areas of Cielito Lindo. AAA work
crews are not authorized to take directions from any individual homeowners, so the
quickest path to getting your concerns handled is to contact Linda.
POOL COMMITTEE—Tom Johnstone, Chair
The pool has undergone an extensive scrub and polish. The roof of the clubhouse
has been cleaned and inspected, loose roofing tiles have been secured, the pool
equipment area has undergone a bit of a polish (debris removed) and most
importantly, the patio areas surrounding the pool have been power washed.
The continuing saga of the pool cover has been set aside until early fall for two
reasons. First, it is not economically beneficial to use the cover in the summer when
heat loss is at a minimum.
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Note from the President (cont.)
Second, we want to try to bring the total costs to a level where the saving on the heating bill will amortize the installation costs over a 36 to 48 month period, when new cover material may be necessary.
The electric reels have a much longer life. Our efforts to save money will remain of paramount importance in our decisions.
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE—Leo Francis, Chair
This is a newly forming committee with only an outline of a mission statement. We’ll be focusing on providing expanded communication within our community, emphasizing increasing the use of our website.
Projects include updating your Homeowner’s Directory, expanding access to previous minutes, updating
emergency contact information, creating a “Homeowner Favorite Resources” list, keeping in touch with
local realtors and property managers, and training at least one more person in managing our website.
WELCOME SUB-COMMITTEE:
Graciously launched by Sharon Pierce, this will be enhanced
with early, personal contact with new homeowners to both welcome them to our community and provide
them with guidance and information through the first few months of settling in.
Please join us in continuing the traditions of maintaining this harmonious and attractive community.
Your contributions, however large or small, are needed and welcomed.
Best regards to all-Leo
From Your Editor and Publisher
We’re excited to bring you this second issue of the new Cielito Lindo Newsletter. Because we want
to bring our readers the latest information, we’re introducing a new column in this issue. We invite
you to share any ideas you might have for others, and we’ll take your suggestions very much to
heart!
We’ve already heard from one member of this community who has a terrific recipe he’s ready to
share, so we decided to create a FAVORITE RECIPE column. It will appear in the next issue for those
with culinary tips and recipes they’re willing to share!
In this issue, we’re introducing a column that spotlights the important committees serving this
community. We’re beginning with the Design Review Committee because it affects each and every
resident. Others to follow in future issues will be the Communications Committee, the Landscape
Committee, the Pool Committee, and any others that might spring up!
Finally, we’d like to tip our hats to our outgoing President, Ron Kurpius, who served this community
with imagination and dedication for the past four years. Thanks so much for all you’ve done, Ron!
Best to you all,
Claire and Marilynn
Q: I’m out of town a lot. Can I rent or lease my home for a week or two?
A: In compliance with Cielito Lindo’s CC&Rs, owners can rent or lease their homes, but only if
it’s for 30 days and over. No shorter-term rentals are permitted.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Q: Am I responsible if my tenant is in noncompliance with the CC&Rs,
even if he’s not a full time resident here?
A: Yes, every owner must ensure that the renter has a copy of the
CC&Rs and recognizes that while residing in this community, he/she
must obey the same rules that the residents do.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Q: If a friend of mine is renting my place for a couple of months, do I need to actually have a
written lease?
A: Absolutely. This is for your protection as well as for the tenant and is included in our CC&Rs.
A CLOSER LOOK AT OUR COMMITTEES
The Design Review Committee
We’ll be taking a look at some of the commit-
What is not within the DRC’s realm of influence
tees that serve this community. Our first is The
are areas not visible to others, such as inside
Design Review Committee. It is the only com-
the home and within the back patio areas.
mittee required by Ceilito Lindo de Tubac’s
However, if an object is visible to passersby, its
CC&Rs (see Article 9).
presence can be challenged if it appears incon-
Its members are responsible for approving
sistent with the standards of the community.
every change to the appearance of the commu-
Our CC&R’s are clear that this committee’s de-
nity to preserve the harmony and integrity of
cisions shall be “binding and conclusive.”
the overall scheme of the development.
However, a homeowner may appeal a decision
All homeowners are required to obtain ap-
of the DRC to the Board, the ultimate decision-
proval from the DRC for any modification to
maker.
homes or landscaping, which includes all addi-
In addition to approval from Cielito Lindo’s De-
tions to homes that are visible to others, in-
sign Review Committee, the final step is obtain-
cluding gates, paint color, décor and plants.
ing approval from the Master Association.
(For a list of plants on the “approved” list
check the Cielito Lindo website: cielitolindohoa.com.
Cielto Lindo Community Parking
Owner/Renter Vehicles
Please review your CC&R Rules and Regulations regarding parking. It is a violation to park your
vehicle(s) anywhere but in your garage-both day and night, with the garage door closed. Your vehicles
may be in your driveway for a short reasonable time for loading and unloading; if your driveway apron
is short, be sure your vehicle will not extend into the street. Any extra vehicle beyond the number
that will fit in your garage must be parked offsite. Should an incident occur making your garage unavailable, contact Cadden Management (520-648-6730) for a short term variance that will be directed
to the Design Review Committee for evaluation.
Visitor Parking
Your visitors may park in your driveway for 24 hours, as long as no part of the street is blocked. If visitor vehicles block the street, they must be parked in a garage or one of the visitor parking areas. Visits
longer than 24 hours require the visitor's vehicle to be located in the visitor parking areas. Marked
visitor parking areas are located:
Adjacent to 13 Calle Dorado (one space)
Circulo Diego Rivera across from the pool (several spaces)
Barrio de Tubac Road across from 128 Barrio de Tubac (several spaces)
Vehicle Exceptions
If your vehicle is a full size pickup (crew cab with 8 foot bed), is used on a regular (daily) basis, and will
not fit in your garage due to length or width, you can apply for a variance to park in visitor parking.
This type of variance is reviewed and may be granted by the Design Review Committee. It is likely this
variance will require a monthly parking fee to be determined. Please review your HOA documentation
for the complete CC&R parking description. Recreational vehicles that do not fit in your garage are
prohibited in the Cielito Lindo Community.
Fines
Per the Association's Procedures for Correcting Violation, fines can be levied for not complying with
the Association's parking rules.
Dog Trainer Paul Blauschild Answers your Questions
WHAT CAN WE DO IF OUR DOGS GET AGGRESSIVE?
While we love our pets, we need to take aggression toward others seriously. If given the opportunity, a dog
can suddenly attack and injure other dogs or people, even while on the leash.
To help avoid this situation, you can carry a favorite squeak toy in your pocket and some high
value treats, like cooked chicken, liver, etc.
When you dog first reacts negatively to a dog or
a person, use the toy to get his attention, then
reward with the treat. Repeat as necessary and
verbally praise your dog until the distraction has
passed.
If your dog has been trained to “heel,” keep moving along with numerous turns and pace changes
focusing the attention on you. Don’t try to
sweet-talk your dog out of snarling or growling—
it may send the message that you’re pleased
with his behavior. Dogs respond to tone, rather
than words, and if you’re sounding like a buddy,
he’ll get the wrong message!
Paul Blauschild has trained dogs for over 40 years. He has experience in many
types of training including behavioral (obedience), agility, protection, and
service dogs. You can listen to him every Saturday morning on PAWS radio,
104.1 FM from 8-10am or reach him at 520-429-5133.
A Big Thank You to the Work Party in March
Thanks to our new president, Leo Francis, for putting together a great team for the work
party on Saturday, March 22. The pool area was power-washed, including the sidewalks around the
pool by Rob Foulkes (and thanks for that power-washer, Rob)!
New steps were installed through the back way to the pool as a safety feature, and the fountain was cleaned and dismantled, then resurrected as a planter. The storage area for the pool
equipment was also cleaned and organized. The roof was cleaned, a loose tile repaired, and exposed drainage pipes were recovered.
For this, a million thanks to Dave Dunham, Mike Fay, Thom Johnstone, Chris Miller, Bob Roberts, Peter Rennebohm, Rob Foulkes and Ken Veal. Sharon Pierce, Shari Rennebohm and
Marilynn Lowder provided a much appreciated lunch. That’s teamwork!
Cielito Lindo de Tubac CC&R Summary
Welcome to Cielito Lindo de Tubac! Whether you are a full time or part time owner/resident,
renter, or visitor, welcome to our Community. In order to make your time here as enjoyable as
possible, in a densely planned community such as ours, it is crucial we all adhere to the following Rules and Regulations developed by the HOA and it's Board of Directors.
1. PARKING: Vehicles must be stored in your garage, not in the driveway, on the street, common area, or easements. RV's cannot be parked on any public street except for temporary
loading/unloading. A small number of visitor parking spaces are provided in designated areas for temporary parking for short term visitors only.
2. NOISE: No loud or offensive noise or outdoor glaring lights are allowed at any time.
3. DESIGN GUIDELINES: In a planned community, to preserve property values as well as
overall beauty of the Community, it is essential that common design guidelines be followed
by everyone. Consult the CC&R's for details and make no outside alterations of any kind
without first contacting the HOA Management Office (Cadden Management, Linda Hansen,
648-6730) and/or the HOA Design Review Committee. Renters should make no alterations of
any kind.
4. PETS: Pets generally accepted as house pets are welcome at Cielito Lindo. The general rule
is two pets per household. No pets may be confined unattended to in the garden/patio for an
unreasonable amount of time. Questions in this area fall under the sole discretion of the Design Review Committee. All pets taken outside garden walls must be on leashes at all times
(Santa Cruz County Leash Law) and owners must pick up feces immediately.
5. ANZA PARK: Enjoy our beautiful Park but keep any pets on a leash at all times and pick up
after them immediately. Do not deposit personal trash in Park trash containers.
6. COMMON AREAS: Any land outside your wall is considered a common area. No outdoor
decor of any kind including statues, bird feeders, etc. can be placed there without consulting
the Design Review Committee.
Cielito Lindo de Tubac CC&R Summary (Continued)
7. POOL: Pool use is limited to Cielito Lindo HOA members and their guests. Keys and ID tags
are to be carried at all times when in the pool area. Absolutely no noise allowed between
9 pm and 9 am. No pets and no smoking are allowed. No glass can be brought in for safety
reasons. Take out all trash with you as there is no pickup. Do not ever loan your key to anyone. Return the cover to the hot tub and close and lock both gates when you leave.
8. TRASH: Cielito Lindo has no trash pick up. You must arrange with a service (eg Canyon Disposal ( 287-2511) or Rio Rico Sanitation (761-761-1604) or take your trash to the local landfill. Covered containers for trash should be hidden from view at all times except trash pick up
day. No trash of any kind should accumulate on any lot including patios or porches.
NOTE: This Fact Sheet is provided for your convenience. See the Cielito Lindo CC&R's for
full details. Owners are responsible for informing their renters and monitoring compliance.
Failure to follow these Rules & Regulations will result in fines.
QUESTIONS? Call Linda Hansen, Cadden Management (520-648-6730)
ALARMING!
This is simple and brilliant.
This tip came from a
Neighborhood Watch coordinator. I’m sure all of you
have an extra set of car keys.
Put a set beside your bed at
night. If you hear a noise
outside your home, or someone trying to get in your
house, just press the panic
button for your car.
The
alarm will set off and the horn
will continue to sound until
either you turn it off or the car
battery dies.
If your car
alarm goes off when someone is trying to break into
your house, odds are the burglar won’t stick around. After
a few seconds all the
neighbors will be looking out
their windows!
Next time you come home for
the night and start to put your
keys away, think of this: It’s
a security alarm system that
you already have and requires no installation. Test it.
It will go off from almost anywhere inside your house and
will keep honking until it is
reset. It works if you park in
your driveway or garage.
And remember to carry your
keys while walking to your
car in a parking lot. The
alarm can work the same
way there.
Cielito Lindo de Tubac
101 S LaCanada #20
Green Valley, AZ 85614
TIPS TO PRESERVE YOUR WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM
Do’s and Don’t’s From Baca Float Water Company
Here are some common-sense, but often neglected, tips to extend the life of your wastewater system.
DON’T FLUSH:
Excessive amounts of bath or body oils
Water softener backlash
Household cleaners such as floor wax and rug cleaners
Flammable or toxic products
Chlorine bleach, chlorides or pool/spa products
Pesticides, herbicides or agricultural chemicals or fertilizers
DO PUT THESE IN YOUR TRASH, NOT INTO THE SEPTIC SYSTEM :
Egg shells, cantaloupe seeds, gum, coffee grounds, tea bags,
Chewing tobacco, cigarette butts
Paper towels, newspapers, diapers, kitty litter, candy wrappers