The official NEWS magazine of the ArrowCreek® Homeowners Association MAY 2021 Volume 16, issue 3
Easter Surprise at the residents' center 24
ArrowCreek Financial Report 16 Chef's Club Philanthropy 32 Employee Spotlight 40
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Contents
features
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DEPARTMENTS 04
Board of Directors' Note How To Participate In Your Community
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Ask The Manager
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Volunteer Spotlight
16
Budget & Finance
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Security & Safety
32
Socials & Events
36
Residents' Center
40
Employee Spotlight
46
Then & Now
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Magazine of the ArrowCreek ACHOA. It contains important information for all residents. Additional hard copies of the magazine are available at the Residents’ Center and the magazine is posted on the www.ArrowCreek.com website.
honorary deputy Sheriff The Washoe County Honorary Deputy Sheriff Association (WCHDSA) was created in 2003 by Sheriff Dennis Balaam and today is a thriving association overseen by Sheriff Darin Balaam.
grazing sheep returning soon Sheep will be grazing in the Thomas Creek and Whites Creek areas next to ArrowCreek property for approximately eight (8) weeks from the end of April through the end of June.
dog love - man's best friend Many of us love dogs. They give us unconditional love and ask little in return, and as such, dogs are a ubiquitous presence in society. One of the lifestyle choices we have in ArrowCreek is going for a walk with our pet.
easter surprise As the pandemic became reality and the Easter tradition of more than 20 years was the first event to be wiped from the social calendar at ArrowCreek, this year's event had a different twist..
Listing of services, vendors, individuals and/or groups is not an endorsement by ArrowCreek ACHOA.
on the cover Photo by Greg Newman
mission
meeting calendar thank you volunteers prepare for unexpected Fuel reductions in AC who are we?
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school district update 37 supporting teens 38 the club at arrowceeek 42 county covid-19 guidelines 44
The Board is charged with setting broad policy and giving the operations team, supported by its management company, the tools
to accomplish both tactical and strategic goals. The ultimate mission of the Board is to protect and enhance the ArrowCreek community’s reputation and services so that home values remain strong.
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ArrowCreek offers a premier lifestyle with a robust variety of amenities
and activities for families and individuals and a friendly and rewarding team environment for employees that together build a more beautiful, more unified, and safer community – making us simply the best community in Northern Nevada to live, work and play.
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ACHOA contact info Inquiries, concerns, requests to the Board or Committees: ACservice@associasn.com Use TownSQ (www.townsq.io) to ask questions or make comments concerning the ArrowCreek View, check your account real time, view secured ACHOA documents, and see announcements!
board of directors' note As we look outside, it seems that Spring is
or eliminated restrictions on outdoor
definitely springing around ArrowCreek.
gatherings so that we can again enjoy our
The daffodils are popping up, the trees are
usual summer picnic on the lawn at the
starting to bud, and the snow has finally
Residents’ Center. We will not have the
melted. As we swing into Spring, your
Fourth of July picnic as before and more
Board has a number of projects on its
information will be provided about an
plate including a quick community survey
August picnic. However, please see the
concerning better serving our youth. The
article further into the magazine about
ArrowCreek's ASN Community Manager Jeanne Tarantino, CMCA, AMS, PCAM 775.334.7403 Direct
results of the survey will be shared in the
flying your American Flag during the
near future.
fourth of July weekend. We hope everyone
Ombudsman for Owners in CICCH/HOAs http://.red.nv.gov.content/CIC/Main/ CICOmbudsman@red.nv.gov 702.486.4480
First, and most important, the Board
Management Company Associa Sierra North (ASN) 10509 Professional Cr. #200 Reno, NV 89521 775.626.7333 P | 775.626.7374 F
will show their spirit.
is required by NRS 116 to put major
Speaking of the lawn, we encourage you
projects and contracts out to bid
to go there and see the nice job of re-
on a regular basis. To that end, the
landscaping that our maintenance staff
Administration Committee put together
has done at the north end. It now looks
a Request for Proposal (RFP) for
much more attractive and inviting. See
residents' center
selecting our Community Manager.
the article spotlighting our Facilities Staff.
775.850.4620 Hours: 5am - 10pm Daily
Three candidates are in process of
Our great employee staff keeps looking for
completing the RFP, including our current
opportunities to improve the community
ArrowCreek Security ArrowCreek BOARD
management company. The Board will
and if you have any ideas please let us
meet in May to open bids. A winner will
know.
Morgan White, President Kurt Bickel, Vice President Joyce Seelen, Secretary Gary Jacobson, Treasurer Jim Keller, Director Rick Hsu, Director Mark Aston, Director
meeting. Changing managers is a daunting
Also going out to bid is the contract
parking for their employees has been
ADRC MEMBERS
for our pavement consultant. This is an
severely limited. The ACHOA General
important relationship, as the quality and
Manager, Director of Security and two
durability of our 26 miles of private roads
Board Members reached an agreement
is highly dependent on the analysis and
with The Club management to provide 25
recommendations of our consultant.
parking places in the Residents’ Center lot
ASN Community Manager Jeanne Tarantino, CMCA, AMS, PCAM 775.334.7403 Direct
775.850.4450 Gatehouse
John Krisch, Chair Joyce Seelen, Board Member Morgan White, Board Member Ron Duncan Jeff Jones Jess Traver Don Unruh The ArrowCreek ACHOA Board, on its behalf and for the Association, disclaims responsibility for the content of any articles not authored by Board members or employees. Articles of general interest on subjects reported or discussed at public Board meetings published in the magazine are the responsibility of the residents submitting them. The editors reserve the right to edit submitted material for clarity and length.
be selected at the August 17. 2021 board task, with significant associated costs, so the decision cannot be made solely on the metric of cost.
As you know, The Club continues with Its major renovation. They hope to have it completed by the end of summer. Because their parking lots have been torn up in advance of utility installation and repaving,
Finally, we may also address the issue of corporate counsel. The process for that has not been developed, but it is under study.
until May 15 when our pools will open up. We are also providing 15 spaces on the gravel next to the field. In the meantime, the Club has arranged offsite parking elsewhere and will be running shuttles to and from those sites.
On the social front, the Board and the Social Committee are hoping that by August, the State will have reduced
One issue that seems to come up regularly is that of residents’ concerns about
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items on a Board meeting agenda. If you have questions, comments or concerns about any item that will be addressed at a Board meeting, please send them to our Community Manager (acservice@ associasn.com) who will then either address them directly or forward them to the Board or the relevant ACHOA advisory committees as necessary to provide a response. In addition, you can contact our Community Manager by phone at 775.334.7403 (leave a message and your call will be promptly returned) or you can send a request using the website www.ArrowCreek.com by going to the Suggestions tab and forward your questions. ArrowCreek HOA
Board of Directors
How to Participate in Your Community Get to know how the ArrowCreek Homeowners Association Board of Directors, Board Committees, Community Manager, and the General Manager work seamlessly to keep the ArrowCreek subdivision a great place to live, work, and play. All ACHOA lot owners need to stay informed about the operations of our great community. Following are the ways you can get the information you need: » Any owner can attend any Board meeting, except the executive sessions of the ACHOA Board, by contacting Associa to get the time and date of the Zoom meeting and another copy of the Board Agenda. Agendas for Board meetings are mailed and emailed to each household ten days in advance of the meetings and are also available to each lot owner by going to: www.ArrowCreek.com. Residents are invited to attend these meetings. Time is allotted at Board meetings for comments not related to the agenda at the end of the meeting. » The Strategic Plan for ArrowCreek is also available at the ArrowCreek.com website within the documents section. This document
Selling the
provides insight concerning the vision of our community. » The preliminary and approved Board meeting minutes, released Board Packet for an upcoming Board meeting, along with the monthly ACHOA financials, Audited Financials, and other important documents are available for lot owners on the secured www.Townsq.io website. » Residents can attend any of the ten committee meetings, such as the Communications Committee, the Safety Committee, etc., by contacting Jeanne Tarantino, the Community Manager for Associa Sierra North. Her number is 775.334.7403 and her email is ACservice@ associan.com. Stay informed about your community. Attend meetings or read the minutes of meetings. Share your thoughts by contacting the Board, Board Committees, Community Manager, General Manager, Security Director, and Residents’ Center manager through approved communication channels. They will respond.
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ArrowCreek Is The Place To Be! DONNA SPEAR
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have a question for Jeanne Tarantino? Do you have a question about the ACHOA, the Board, or the Management Company? If so, odds are your neighbors are wondering, too! Send questions to: ACservice@associasn.com. Top questions will be published in the ArrowCreek View. Thanks for staying informed!
ask the manager
Q & A
What is the achoa process when buying and/or selling a home in ArrowCreek?
how to contact us, how to make payments and a coupon book. An Owner Information form is provided at this time and should be completed and returned as soon as possible. This form is how a
When a property is for sale - Potential buyers and
new owner would sign up to be on the email program. Two weeks
real estate agents contact me directly all the time to ask about
or so after that we send an additional ArrowCreek welcome package
ArrowCreek. The ACHOA has so much to offer, and I am always
that includes a bound ArrowCreek Welcome Booklet, ArrowCreek
happy to provide them information about the community. Law
View Magazines, Living with Fire Magazine, evacuation map and
requires that the buyer provide the seller with certain information. When an escrow is opened, the title company will generally be the one to order the escrow package on behalf of the seller. Documents are ordered online through the Associa website. Various options
information on how to sign in for Volo Village. While a new owner is waiting to be set up in the system, they can take a copy of their recorded deed to Security to get set up for access into the community immediately. They can also make an appointment with
can be selected and ordered, lender questionnaires, meeting
Brenda at the Residents’ Center to get their key cards updated and
minutes, various reports, etc. The standard option is to purchase
activated.
the full package which includes the most current full set of
There is a lot of information that is provided to a new owner at
ACHOA governing documents, insurance, financials, budget, and
the time of purchase. And we know that during the remarkably
a demand that includes assessment information, reserve account
busy time of buying and selling property and moving it can be a
balances, a disclosure of any outstanding judgements or lawsuits pending against the Association and any other fees and disclosures, i.e., must transfer resident club key cards from buyer to seller.
bit overwhelming. Just remember that management and staff are here to help and are just a phone call or email away. Please do not
Replacement cards cost $100 each. Sub-gate clickers must be
hesitate to ask us for assistance!
transferred as well. Buyers also have the option to request an
ArrowCreek Security
inspection to check the property for outstanding violations and/or
775.850.4450 | acsecure@msn.com
maintenance items.
ACHOA Residents’ Center
WHEN A PROPERTY IS SOLD - After the property closes
775.850.4620 | acresident@sbcglobal.net
escrow, the title company will send the paperwork and checks to Associa. This starts the ownership transfer process with the ACHOA. This process can take 2-4 weeks to complete. The new owner is set up in the system and is sent a welcome letter that includes all the ‘nuts and bolts’ information about the ACHOA,
ACHOA Community Manager, Jeanne Tarantino 775.334.7403 | ACservice@associasn.com Jeanne Tarantino, Community Manager
Jeanne Tarantino
, CMCA, AMS, PCAM
2021 meeting calendar (Subject to change) • May 18, 5pm – Executive Session Board Meeting
• August 17, 6pm – Board Meeting
• May 31 – ASN office closed for Memorial Day
• Board Candidate Nomination request to be sent mid-September. Deadline to submit nomination forms for the board election approximately October 22
• September 14, 6:30pm – Owner Budget Workshop
• June 15, 6pm – Board Meeting • June 29, 6pm via Zoom – Special Town Hall Meeting, Management Bidders Presentation
• November 9, 6pm – Board Meeting (approve 2022 budget)
• July 5 – ASN office closed for 4th of July
• November 11, 6-7:30pm – Meet the Candidates Night
• July 20, 5pm – Executive Session Board Meeting
• December 7 – Annual Members Meeting, Election & Budget Ratification
Note: ADRC meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of each month. The deadline to submit a plan for the meeting is the 1st Wednesday of each month by 4pm. ADRC are closed meetings.
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»» Annually – send two staff members to University of Louisville Southern Police Institute Administrative Officers Course - $7000 for tuition and books. The Administration Officers Course is a twelve week (480 hour) in-residence accredited college level educational program. The course curriculum is designed to develop informed, effective, ethically, and technically competent law enforcement managers who are capable of assuming positions of leadership in their respective agencies. It is an appropriate course for individual’s in or about to be promoted
Shop with the Sheriff event.
HonoraryDeputy association thriving today
The Washoe County Honorary Deputy Sheriff Association (WCHDSA) was created in 2003 by Sheriff Dennis Balaam and today is a thriving association overseen by Sheriff Darin Balaam. The purpose of WCHDSA is to initiate, sponsor, promote, and carry out plans, policies, activities, and development of the Washoe County Sheriff's Office specifically, and law enforcement generally. This benefits the public as it lessens the burdens of government. In addition, they assist in the erection and maintenance of buildings for law enforcement education and training, aid with tuition and training
to middle and upper manager position. This is part of WCSO’s succession planning for future agency leaders. »» Annually – Shop with the Sheriff. In 2021 served 105 underserved families, years past 250 + underserved children every year. »» Christmas in July provides roughly 600 students with backpacks, school supplies, hygiene items and a sack lunch. Currently WCHDSA has support from 259 community members. The association membership is fee based, renews annually and is a 501c3 association. To join the WCHDSA there is an application process followed by a background check. To learn more about the association or the application process, please contact Joy, Director for the WCHDSA, at info@wchdsa.org.
expenses, equipment, and supplies. "We are extremely grateful for the generosity and support the Washoe County Honorary Deputy Sheriff's Association provides for this office and our community. Without their support the Sheriff's Office would not be able to make a positive lifelong impact on our youth, purchase critical safety equipment or continue to provide crucial training for our personnel. Our goal is to make a difference within the Sheriff’s Office and the Community we serve." The Association meets on a quarterly basis and occasionally meetings are scheduled in conjunction with tours of the various sites and facilities operated by the Sheriff's Office as well as raise money for special projects. Example of projects that the association supports are: »» 2020 - $20,000 for mobile armor ballistic security shields. The shields can be carried or attached to a vehicle and can stop rounds from high-powered rifle. »» 2020 - $50,000 Ballistic Rated Rifle plates for every WCSO Patrol Deputy & Supervisor. »» 2021 - $15,000 mandatory for all WCSO employees – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training –recognizing and addressing bias and making the effort to become culturally aware can foster trust and confidence among the communities’ law enforcement protects and serves. Making well rounded employees that serve the community.
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Volunteers on the ArrowCreek Board and on the ten committees that make recommendations to the Board are the life blood of ArrowCreek. They provide their time to put the community first and make it a premier community to live within. Together, they form the governing system of our not-so-small community. With 26 miles of roads, 21 miles of pathways, 2,900 acres making up the community, 957 homes of residents, and an annual budget of 3 million, governance of ArrowCreek is indeed a large undertaking that needs the talents of those who volunteer to help. Two of those such volunteers are Charlie Salvoy and Bill Boon.
volunteer spotlight Charlie Shalvoy Charlie and his wife Linda
given semi-retirement, Charlie has volunteered his extensive talents and experience to serve the ArrowCreek community.
bought their home in ArrowCreek
Charlie joined the ArrowCreek Administrative Committee in
in March 2016 and for the last
September 2020 and has been involved on the subcommittee
five years have divided their time
developing an RFP to decide if the ACHOA should switch to a
between their home here and
new management company or if the current company should be
their home in the San Francisco
retained. He is also involved with the Communications Committee,
Bay Area. Between them, they
which is tasked with constructing a survey of the amenities in
have three adult children—one
ArrowCreek to compare ours with other similar HOA communities
married, one engaged, and one
in Northern Nevada. In addition, he has participated in meetings
“not in a hurry.” No grandchildren yet. Charlie and Linda love golf,
to review and approve the Employee Manual, led by Lorelei
skiing, hiking, biking, and vintage cars.
Carobolante, and to develop and implement an IRA for our
Charlie is an experienced CEO, Director, and entrepreneur who
employees, led by Carlos Mejia.
has successfully grown and transformed multiple public and private
Charlie believes that to achieve the Vision set forth by the ACHOA
venture funded hi-tech companies in the digital manufacturing (3D
Board, it is important to develop appropriate metrics and regular
printing), clean energy, semiconductor, and wireless markets. He
surveys to measure and track the effectiveness of the investments
has led turnarounds, business re-financings, and global expansion
and improvements made to ArrowCreek over time. He would
with both private and public companies. Charlie brings extensive
like to join other committees including the Budget and Finance
experience serving on Boards of Directors of these such companies,
and Reserve Committees, where he believes his experience can
as well as non-profit organizations such as the American
contribute. Charlie finds that volunteering is a way to make new
Electronics Association and Eaglebrook School. He received a
friends and give back to the community. Charlie plans to look
Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the
for other opportunities to volunteer within our great community.
University of Notre Dame and a Master of Business Administration
Thank you, Charlie, for being an active and contributing volunteer
(MBA) from Stanford University. Now, with more time available
that puts the interests of the community first.
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Dr. bill boon Dr. Bill Boon says he has been
Bill graduated from College of William and Mary with a
volunteering off and on for
Bachelor of Science in chemistry and went on to University of
various organizations—such as
Massachusetts where he took his doctorate in chemistry. Bill has
church, youth activities, Junior
also completed some work for an MBA.
Achievement, and Rotary, to name a few—for a long time. He has volunteered with youth activities since his children were active in sports, which started in the 1980s. Volunteering to help other people gives him a lot of satisfaction.
Bill and his wife Susan moved from Ohio, and after exploring other options, built their home in ArrowCreek in 2002 but did not move in until 2006. They picked ArrowCreek because of the closeness of skiing and because of the golf courses. They have four adult children who live all over the country—California, Georgia, Arizona, and Texas. They enjoy their nine grandchildren, plus hiking, and travel. Their black and white Springer Spaniel
Bill was elected to serve the ArrowCreek community during the 2009-2010 term. He has served on the ADRC board and the Reserve Committee. Bill is now the chairperson of the Reserve Committee, to which he was elected in 2016. While the membership of that committee has changed over the years, the
Maggie is almost 13 years old. Dr. Boon’s vision for ArrowCreek is to continue to make ArrowCreek a great place to live, where one knows they are in a special place when they drive through the gate.
volunteers presently on the Reserve Committee include Kurt Bickel, Mark Aston, and Jim Keller (all currently on the ACHOA Board), Alan Liebman (former ACHOA Board President), Dave Steel (former ACHOA Board President), Jess Travers, Leonard Wohltez, and Bill Boon.
thank you for your service john j. krisch, achoa board of director april - dec 2011 & dec 2013-dec 2020 John Krisch has been an ArrowCreek resident since 2005 and he has provided a great deal of insight and experience to the ACHOA board over the past years. John continues to further enrich the ArrowCreek community as the Chairperson for both the ADRC and the Landscape Committee. John envisions enhancements to the existing walking trails, landscape, additional amenities and the build out of all vacant lots for residents to enjoy. John cherishes the pristine views, the quiet location, and good neighbors in ArrowCreek and he continues to put the community first. We thank John for his past efforts and his continuing efforts for the community. We appreciate John’s vision that ArrowCreek will flourish and be the best gated golf and family friendly subdivision in Northern Nevada.
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Praise&Thanks to our Association volunteers
» Thank you to our forward-thinking Board of Director Members – Morgan White, Kurt Bickel, Joyce Seelen, Gary Jacobson, Rick Hsu, Jim Keller, and Mark Aston
The ArrowCreek Homeowners Association success has relied upon its dedicated volunteers that have consistently put the community first to make it a Premier Northern Nevada Gated, Family Friendly, Golf Community. The over fifty (50) community volunteers serving as our Board of Directors, Advisory Committee members, and ADRC members have consistently put their energies into making ArrowCreek a desirable place to live. ArrowCreek volunteers along with an effective and efficient Community management team and ACHOA staff team, who also assist and attend committee meetings,
» Thank you to our hard-working Architectural Design Review (ADRC) Committee Members – John Krisch, Morgan White, Joyce Seelen, Ron Duncan, Jess Traver, Jeff Jones and Don Unruh » Thank you to our responsive and active Social Committee members – Mary Anne Gaebe, Morgan White, Sandra Mazolewski, Susan Thorsteinson, Connie Ghysels, Kathi Delegal, Charlotte Curtis, Valerie Logan, and Betsy Burgess with assistance from ACHOA staff Brenda Rodriquez » Thank you to our diligent Administrative Committee members –
have created a unique hybrid organization that other Associations
Ben Collins, Mark Aston, Carlos Mejia, Lorelei Carobolante, Tom
want to emulate.
Reardon, Charlie Savoy, and Rick Hsu
Our volunteers devote thousands of hours to make the community
» Thank you to our imaginative and creative Communications
shine. They work in the background and they are underappreciated.
Committee members – Susan Duncan, Jim Keller, Joyce Seelen,
We want to thank them for their time, commitment, and
Hal Albright, Harvey Katz, Joyce White, Jeff Foster, Margaret
thoughtfulness in moving ArrowCreek forward over the last twenty
McConnell, Stan Jaeger, Joe Uhlan and Paul Burkett.
years. Without you we could not be where we are today.
» Thank you to our detail oriented and fiscally responsible Budget
The Association owes you all a huge debt of gratitude and we want to
and Finance Committee members – Paul Burkett, Gary Jacobson,
recognize you all for your great efforts on behalf of the community.
Kurt Bickel, Rick Hsu, David Steele, Ken Peterson, Peter Linstroth,
Thank you all for the volunteer time you commit to make this a great
Charlie Dickenson, and Kendrick Bratcher.
community.
» Thank you to our community fire safety conscious Fuels Management Committee members – Kathi Delegal, Janet Ouren, Morgan White, Ben Collins, Steve Perez, and Kurt Bickel » Thank you to our compliance oriented Governing Documents Committee – Jim Keller, Tom Motherway and Paul Burkett » Thank you to our community beautification and green thumb Landscape Committee members – John Krisch, Joyce Seelen, Susan Duncan, Elaine Carrick, Kathleen Graham, Tom Reardon, Shannon Giolito, and Mars Bonfire. » Thank you to our community asset replacement specialists and fiscally conscious Reserve Committee members – Bill Boon, Gary Jacobson, Kurt Bickel, Mark Aston, Davide Steele, Alan Lieberman, Jim Keller, Jess Traver, and Leonard Wohletz » Thank you to our community safety specialists and community security conscious Safety Committee members – Morgan White, Stephen Turner, Jim Gaebe, Brent Zicarelli and Jim Keller. Assisted by ACHOA staff member Rick Reyome » Thank you to our relationship building Board Liaison who works with The Club at ArrowCreek to improve the subdivision – Gary Jacobson The ArrowCreek Community continues to grow and provide the services and amenities that our community members desire. The Board and Committees provide great assistance in developing, implementing, and improving upon those amenities. We are extremely fortunate to have such a great group of sharing individuals that put the community first.
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THE BORDA FAMILY STORY Where do the sheep come from? For more than a century, the Borda family has been sheep ranching in Northern Nevada, raising the animals for meat and wool. The Borda Family Lamb ranch is near Topaz Lake, about 75 miles south of Reno. Over many years,
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they have taken great lengths to protect important wildlife species such as the Sierra Nevada Bighorn Sheep, Sage Grouse, Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, and the Sierra Nevada Yellow-Legged Frog. The Bordas also provide bands of sheep to graze on federal lands—at
800 grazing sheep
no charge—to achieve specific fuels reduction goals. Recently, the
Sheep will be grazing in the Thomas Creek and Whites Creek areas
value of using livestock for this purpose has increased. In addition
next to ArrowCreek property for approximately eight (8) weeks from the end of April through the end of June. PLEASE keep your dogs on leash when walking or hiking on these trails or within the ArrowCreek community bordering these trails. Do note that your dogs are supposed to be on leash at all times within ArrowCreek.
to promoting healthy and resilient rangelands, the objective of targeted grazing – as we see taking place above ArrowCreek—is to reduce fine fuels that feed wildfires in surrounding communities and lower the potential of a high intensity wildfire. In addition, the Bordas have provided sheep grazing on federal lands for many
There are related fines for failure to do so.
years in the Carson Valley at no charge.
Grazing takes place in the high mountain meadows on Forest
The Borda name is well-known and respected in the community because of their rich Basque history, community involvement, and
Service and BLM lands above ArrowCreek. These sheep are our friends when it comes to preventing wildfires. Each day, the approximately 800 sheep consume over 3,200 lbs. of cheatgrass and other brush on federal and county lands surrounding our community. Everyone has the responsibility to help protect these sheep because your actions translate to helping protect this
exquisite dishes featuring locally grown Borda lamb meat found at 15 different local restaurants and food trucks. Ted Borda is the face of the ranch and runs the day-to-day operations. Ted Borda was a secondary math teacher for 28 years at both Sparks and Galena High Schools where he also coached numerous football teams.
community from wildfire.
He and his two sisters, Joyce Gavin and Angie Page, took over his
Why is keeping your dog on a leash so important when walking
Ted and his wife, Candy, have been married for forty years and have
nearby grazing sheep? Some people may believe that they can walk
four children: Joe, Pete, John, and Anna. Anna is special needs and
their dogs off leash on the trails or federal land and then put them
helps her dad with ranch activities weekly. When the children are
on a leash when they see the sheep. Unfortunately, dogs will see
not working their jobs, they help out at the ranch at busy times, like
sheep before you do and, off they go. Most people think they can
shearing and lambing.
family’s ranching operation in 1996 after their father’s passing.
control their dog, even off-leash. Where sheep are concerned, you cannot. Instinct takes over and you have no time to put a leash on before the dog takes off after the sheep. Over the past few years, domesticated dogs have harassed these grazing sheep and sent them panicking in various directions—or even worse—attacked and hurt them.
Ted Borda is much more than a sheep rancher. He is a land steward, mentor, teacher, and partner. Ted strives to sustain the health and productivity of the land by using his sheep to reduce the fire risk and to support our local firefighters and communities. Ted Borda is helping ArrowCreek stay safe from wildfires. We must do our part. Remember to leash your dog (s) when the sheep are grazing. Those sheep can and do help protect ArrowCreek—our community—from wildfires.
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down and puts you and your property at risk. Prepare a "go bag" with the essentials sufficient enough to get you through three days. Keep in mind each person's specific needs, such as medications. Have plenty of water, food items, blankets, and a first aid kit that includes flashlights and fresh batteries. And do not forget to keep essential documents in a fireproof safe.
Prepare
We cannot stress the importance of defensible space enough. Defensible space is a fire-resistant zone free of leaves, debris, or flammable materials
for unexpected disasters
that extends 30 feet away from your
by Charles A. Moore, Fire Chief truckee meadows fire & rescue
suppressed many wildfires in Washoe
home. Truckee Meadows Firefighters have County. Without a doubt, defensible
Last year, the Rock Farm Fire threatened
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection
the ArrowCreek Community. The fire is still
District and our regional partners urge
fresh in our minds, and as we approach
all residents to sign up to receive critical
the warmer season, it is an excellent time
emergency notifications through the
to pause and think about what you need
CodeRED system. To receive alerts, you
to do to prepare yourself and your family
must register your mobile phone number.
for wildfires and other disasters. Here
These emergency notifications can include
in northern Nevada, some of our most
evacuation notices, shelter information,
common critical events include wildfires,
and other timely messages to keep you
floods, earthquakes, and even extreme heat
and your loved ones safe and informed.
events. Our area is also prone to high wind
Truckee Meadows Fire is also active on
conditions that can put lives in danger and
Twitter and Facebook (@TMFPD).
cause property damage. All of these events could impact the power grid or a water
Now is also an excellent time to become
space makes a significant impact on the survivability of a home. Trim or cut back branches and limbs that can serve as ladder fuels and carry fire to your roof. I urge you to evacuate your home should law enforcement or fire personnel call for it. Pay attention to local television or radio stations for emergency alerts and current information and instructions. If you feel unsafe in your home during a wildfire, do not wait to be told to leave – evacuate! While you are on our website signing up for Code Red, please take a
main. Now is the time to prepare.
familiar with your community evacuation
We want to make sure our ArrowCreek
leave the area. Should a wildfire or other
neighbors stay informed during a crisis and
disasters strike, help us keep evacuation
CodeRED alerts are an integral part of this
routes clear so we can quickly move our
effort. It takes just a few minutes to sign up.
emergency and firefighting apparatus into
We are not able to know when disaster will
the area, and you and your neighbors can
strike, but we can make plans and prepare.
escape. When authorities announce an
We appreciate your continued support of
Please visit our website at TMFPD.us and
evacuation order, we urge you to leave the
our firefighters and first responders. Stay
scroll down to "Sign Up for Code Red."
community. Traffic congestion slows us
safe!
routes and identify multiple ways to
moment to review our site. It contains timely emergency and fire prevention information and tips on how to be more prepared. My staff is always available to answer your questions or visit your property to discuss your risk.
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FireFighters
provide fuels reduction in ArrowCreek by august isernhagan, division chief, wildland fuels truckee meadow fire & rescue In the coming months, Truckee Meadows
branch out to areas identified by the HOA
Fire Protection District, in conjunction
and Golf Course that require further fuels
with NV Energy, will be performing
mitigation to reduce the threat of wildfires.
wildland fuels management work in the NV Energy right-of-way, on ArrowCreek HOA common grounds, and on golf course open areas. Division Chief Isernhagn made a presentation at the February Board meeting to inform the community. Initially, work will occur under powerlines
Fire crews with chainsaws, chippers, and masticators will be in the area. The crew schedule will not be consistent due to other fuels reduction projects in other communities, trainings, and emergency response that will pull them off the ArrowCreek project.
working south to north. Once this portion of the project is complete, crews will
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BUDGET & FINANCE ArrowCreek FINANCIAL REPORT The ArrowCreek Homeowners Association, Inc.’s Board of Directors approved the December 31, 2020 Audited Financials as per NRS 116. The Audited Financials as per past years was a clean report as stated by McClintock Accountancy Corporation, the Association’s Independent Auditors.
The Association’s volunteer Board of Directors take their fiduciary duties seriously and they are constantly reviewing monthly financials. The Board of Directors approve all expenditures within the organization with a minimum of two approvals needed for payment. The Board of Directors working with Scott Peterlin, General Manager, and the Community Manager, Jeanne Tarantino, devote a lot of time
“In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above
to keep the Association on track both concerning expenditures but
present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of
also for investments. It takes time and the community appreciates
ArrowCreek Homeowners Association as of December 31, 2020,
the efforts expended in making the Association one of the best gated
and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year
communities in Northern Nevada.
then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally
If you have any questions concerning the Audited Statements or
accepted in the United States of America.”
Unaudited Statements for the Association, please contact Jeanne
The Association through its Board of Directors has built a solid
Tarantino and she will forward your questions to the Budget and
tradition of providing a fiscally responsible and solid budget
Finance Committee to provide an answer. The Budget and Finance
management process that makes it one of the financially strongest
Committee is pleased to present this report to the community. The
homeowner associations in Northern Nevada. The Audited financial
complete Financial Statements and Independent Auditors Report for
statements demonstrate that the Association has a solid Balance
December 31, 2020 and 2019 is available on Town Square for your
Sheet.
review.
arrowcreek homeowners association balance sheet december 31, 2020 (with comparative totals for 2019) assets
operating replacement fund reserve fund
capital projects fund
2020 total 2019 total
Cash & Cash Equivalents Restricted Cash & Cash Equivalents (ADRC) Investments Assessments Receivable Accounts Receivable Interest Receivable Prepaid Expenses & other assets Due (to) from other funds Property & Equipment Less Accumulated Depr. Property & Equipment net Total Assets
$305,174 $157,486 $188,058 $20,012 $200 $346 $32,813
$764,348 $0 $3,695,180 $0 $0 $5,219 $12,890
$105,276 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$1,174,798 $157,486 $3,883,238 $20,012 $200 $5,565 $45,705
$810,236 $48,524 $4,613,314 $20,195 $200 $6,607 $38,841
($2,712) $0 $0 $0 $701,379
$2,712 $0 $0 $0 $4,480,349
$0 $728,846 ($514,285) $214,561 $319,837
$0 $728,846 ($514,285) $214,561 $5,501,565
$0 $737,391 ($469,092) $268,299 $5,809,779 Continued on page 18
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budget & finance continued from page 16 arrowcreek homeowners association balance sheet december 31, 2020 (with comparative totals for 2019) liabilities & fund balances
operating replacement fund reserve fund
capital projects fund
2020 total 2019 total
Accounts payable Accrued Liabilities Assessments Pd. in Adv. ADRC Deposits Total Liabilities Fund Balances Total Liabilities & Fund Balance
$597 $110,653 $155,483 $384,900 $651,633 $49,716 $701,379
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $319,837 $319,837
$597 $117,630 $155,483 $384,900 $658,610 $4,842,955 $5,501,565
$0 $6,977 $0 $0 $6,977 $4,473,372 $4,480,349
$2,372 $226,866 $143,911 $305,750 $678,899 $5,130,880 $5,809,779
The Association’s Liabilities are minimal, and the Association has reasonable carry forward fund balances to cover future operational needs.
arrowcreek homeowners association revenues december 31, 2020 (with comparative totals for 2019) revenue
operating replacement fund reserve fund
Assessments $2,093,140 Gate Assessments $11,119 Road Snippet Assessment $1,080 The Club at ArrowCreek $9,472 ADRC Construction $39,925 Late Fees & Fines $19,687 Wildfire Prevention $1,780 InveStment Income $2,691 Gain (loss) on sale assets $ 0 Miscellaneous Income $25,950 Total Revenue $2,204,844
$1,170,720 $5,376 $6,912 $0 $0 $0 $0 $61,800 $0 $0 $1,244,808
capital projects fund
2020 total 2019 total
$65,040 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $360 $0 $0 $65,400
$3,328,900 $16,495 $7,992 $9,472 $39,925 $19,687 $1,780 $64,851 $0 $25,950 $3,515,052
$3,268,020 $16,500 $7,992 $7,781 $33,550 $14,225 $64,754 $107,081 ($1,528) $27,958 $3,546,333
The Association’s Revenue Statement indicates how operations are funded.
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budget & finance continued from page 18 arrowcreek homeowners association expenses december 31, 2020 (with comparative totals for 2019) expenses
operating replacement fund reserve fund
Administrative $41,785 Communications $29,473 Payroll & Benefits $1,293,833 Insurance $97,463 Utilities $201,915 Irrigation & Landscape $24,081 Operations $28,264 Professional Consulting $309,478 Wildfire Prevention $18,850 Repair & Maintenance $136,790 Improvement Study $0 Depreciation Expense $0 Website Development $0 Fitness Trail $0 Facility Design & Engineer $ 0 Bocce Ball Court $0 Fire Access Gate $0 Other Capital Projects $ 0 Replacement Fund $0 Expenses Income Tax Provision $1,447 Total Expenses $2,138,381 Revenue Over (Under) $21,463 Expenses
capital projects fund
2020 total 2019 total
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,536,491
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $53,738 $0 $8,016 $0 $0 $0 $822 $0
$41,785 $29,473 $1,293,833 $97,463 $201,915 $24,081 $28,264 $309,478 $18,850 $136,790 $0 $53,738 $0 $8,016 $0 $0 $0 $822 $1,536,491
$67,678 $28,880 $1,226,438 $95,250 $211,809 $30,000 $34,127 $342,575 $56,834 $320,135 $0 $60,232 $2,000 $7,238 $9,865 $6,946 $8,274 $148 $1,136,122
$20,529 $1,557,020 ($312,212)
$0 $62,576 $2,824
$21,976 $3,802,977 ($287,925)
$32,553 $3,667,239 ($120,906)
The Associations Expense Statement shows how funds are spent to maintain, repair, replace, and upgrade the community. Deficits were covered by previous years carry forward surplus. The Owners Equity for all lot owners has and remains financially sound.
arrowcreek homeowners association expenses -owner equity december 31, 2020 (with comparative totals for 2019) owner equity
operating replacement fund reserve fund
capital projects fund
2020 total 2019 total
Revenue Over (Under) Expenses Equity Transfer Capitalized Equipment Fund Balance Beginning of Year Fund Balance End of Year
$21,463 $0 $28,283 $49,746
$2,824 $0 $317,013 $319,837
($287,925) $0 $5,130,880 $4,842,953
($312,212) $0 $4,785,584 $4,473,372
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($120,906) $0 $5,251,786 $5,130,880
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paths, and parks, one is likely to encounter others out and about.
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DogLove man's best friend
Many of us love dogs. They give us unconditional love and ask little in return, and as such, dogs are a ubiquitous presence in society. One of the lifestyle choices we have in ArrowCreek is going for a walk with our pet. This is both healthy for us and our dog. Along the various sidewalks, walking
However, not everyone we pass are canine lovers. Some people do not like dogs in their space or just have a natural fear of them. This may be a conditioned response perhaps from a negative dog incident or just lack of exposure to them. A few people might even have cynophobia, which is the irrational fear of dogs. In any case, these individuals deserve that they will not be threatened or harassed by dogs that they come across in ArrowCreek. For all of these reasons, ArrowCreek Rules and Regulations require that all pets be leashed while off of an owner's lot. Responsible pet owners will be cognizant of others and avoid allowing their pet to approach individuals that they can see are uncomfortable. Other walkers you encounter may exhibit that "I want to pet and love your dog" signal and you can allow for a closer approach. When you are out with your dogs, please be respectful of other people’s feelings and leash and maintain a healthy distance from passersby.
While we are on the subject of pets-- in ArrowCreek, we “come for the views." One view, however, that we do not want to see is pet waste around the vista. We want to hear scat from Ella Fitzgerald, not view it on our walking paths and parks! Pet waste is not only unsightly, but also disease causing and an environmental pollutant. Please be a responsible pet owner and pick up after your pet. ArrowCreek has 13 pet stations including unlimited waste bags each with a disposal can. Our terrific maintenance staff maintains these with weekly disposal and replenishment of waste bags. Please utilize these and carry an extra bag or two with you on your walk so you do not get in a position of being without one when needed and you are three blocks from a pet station. Pet ownership is extremely rewarding, but it does come with responsibilities, responsibilities to adequately care for our pets, but also the need to be a considerate neighbor. The next time you are enjoying the lifestyle of walking your pet in ArrowCreek, enjoy the beautiful view.
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EasterSurprise
at ArrowCreek residents' center While the roar of children racing across the grand lawn in search of
kits was much appreciated by the ACHOA Social Committee. Over 50 families participated in the drive-by.
bounty in the form of plastic colorful eggs did not return, neither
Food donations were collected for the Northern Nevada Food Bank
did the deafening silence that fell over the Residents’ Center in
as well. In addition, many families dropped off donations when
2020. As the pandemic became reality and the Easter tradition of
they picked up their Easter surprise. The Social Committee is well
more than 20 years was the first event to be wiped from the social
aware that their job in 2021 is uncertain and that while there is
calendar at ArrowCreek, this year's event had a different twist.
hope for future events, safety is still a priority and plans are moving
2021 had a different feel than Easters of years past. The Easter Egg Surprise 2021 was held at the ArrowCreek Residents’ Center on Saturday, April 3, 2021. Excited children, eager to meet the Easter bunny, riding in their parent’s vehicles, drove by the Center
forward for a holiday party at the end of the year where we will be able to gather in masses as we once did. For now, it is a quick stop, a wave, and you are on your way, with a box specially created by the Social Committee.
and received an Easter cookie decorating kit filled with carrot and
The Social Committee really appreciates the help from the
egg-shaped cookies. The frosting and sprinkles were included in the
Homeowners Association staff for their assistance. Also, the Social
kits.
Committee wants to thank everyone who RSVPed for the event. It is a big help with planning and budgeting!
Many thanks to Morgan White, President of the ACHOA, for dressing up as the Easter bunny and greeting the children with high
Here is an Easter wish from the Association, that next year we will
fives. Also, many thanks to high school freshman Kailey Shapiro for
be back to having kids roar across the grand lawn scooping up
taking the initiative, reaching out to the ACHOA and asking if she
eggs while their parents can enjoy the warm spring sun and again
could volunteer at the event. Her help passing out the decorating
socialize with their neighbors with little concern for the moment.
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security & safety There are rumors going around the subdivision, and also on
» If the guest’s name is on the existing list for that residence, the
unofficial ACHOA social media platforms, stating that anyone can
visitor’s plate is input into QuickPass and front and back photos
gain access to the ArrowCreek sub-division by simply stating that
are taken prior to the vehicle being granted entrance.
they are someone’s friend. Nothing could be further from the truth. As the Director of Security, please let me explain some of the steps your Security staff take to only allow guests, vendors, etc. who are verified, to enter ArrowCreek.
» If the guest’s name is not on the existing list, Security will call the listed numbers on the account to determine if the visitor is to be granted entrance. » If the resident(s) can be contacted, the visitor’s name is added
The Security Team Computer Login Process
temporarily to the resident’s account, and entrance is granted.
» The guest is asked the address and name of resident they are visiting.
» If the resident(s) cannot be contacted the visitor is logged in as a refused visitor, and the plate and photos are still
» Security enters that address, or name, into the QuickPass System. » If the resident’s account has a special note, Security will read the information/instruction on the note, prior to getting to the guest list.
recorded in QuickPass, and the visitor is turned around.
The Resident Lane » Security monitors the operation of the automatic gate for the resident’s lane. » Only resident vehicles with transponders are allowed entry via the resident lane. » Exceptions include: » School buses » Golf Club members with transponders » Delivery/freight vehicles too large to fit through covered visitor lane
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security contact info Please don’t hesitate to contact us at the Gatehouse if you need assistance or notice any suspicious circumstances. If you have not logged onto the QuickPass system and need your username and password,
SECURITY & SAFETY continued from page 26 » The system automatically records the transponder used in the resident’s lane. » Security reviews entry videos
please contact Leda at the gatehouse or
approximately 2 hours a week to
email her at acsecured@outlook.com for
match transponders with the assigned
this information. If you need assistance
vehicles to ensure that the owner has
with your QuickPass account and need
not moved from the community and
a walkthrough or have questions, our
the transponder should be turned off.
contact information is:
Washoe County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) Coordination and Enforcement » ArrowCreek & WCSO » The Security Director, Rick Reyome, and WCSO have a great relationship that is constantly developing.
» Security confirms with The Club
Gatehouse telephone
775.850.4450
Gatehouse fax
775.850.4451
Security Gatehouse Email
» Rick Reyome meets up with the
At ArrowCreek (“The Club”) if
Sheriff at least once per month or
transponders for non-resident
more often as needed.
members are valid as well. Only
» The Sheriff will notify the Security
current members of The Club
acsecure@msn.com
Director of trends in neighboring
can purchase and receive ACHOA
www.quickpass.us
communities that may impact the
transponders. Non-resident members
subdivision.
of The Club that are not current will ArrowCreek is one of many communities located in “Wilderness Urban Interface”
help with reoccurring incidents or
frequently experience problems with
» License plate
animals, reptiles, and insects in or near
» Photograph of front and back of
responsible for any issue regarding wild animal/snakes etc., on their property. Security staff will assist by giving residents the correct phone number of the agency that may be able to assist them.
wildlife info & resources 775.850.4450
willing to provide extra resources to
information: » Name
their homes or property. Residents are
cooperation with WCSO, they are
» Security manually enters visitor
area and, as such, residents may more
ArrowCreek Security
police reports which may include unauthorized intrusions into the community from Washoe County
vehicle
Common area surrounding the sub-
» Individual accounts have multiple
ArrowCreek very prompt and there
anytime of any day until privilege is
have been no complaints.
removed by resident.
» Security will call WCSO when an
» Temporary visitors -allowed access until
incident requires Sheriff’s assistance.
the end of the same day (midnight) they
The following examples are provided, but they are not limited to:
anytime until the end of the duration Office 775.353.8900 period. Dispatch 775.322.3647 775.688.1331
of Wildlife:
• Car Accident
• Home Alarm
• Trespassing including unauthorized
intrusions into the community
» Security Staff are willing to provide
training for ACHOA Lot Owners
• Theft » Though historically crime is
concerning the use of the QuickPass
exceptionally low in ArrowCreek,
system.
95% of all incidents are committed
775.750.5537
by Residents.
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» ArrowCreek & Security Team Works
Exterminators that have been used and
with WCSO
are recommended by AC Residents:
» Security will fill out a police statement, if necessary.
State Wide Pest Control 775.425.4343 Nash Pest Control
» WCSO response time to
» Permanent visitors - allowed access
» Duration visitors – allowed access
Animal Services:
Reno Snake Rescue:
division.
different methods of classifying visitors:
are added to list.
Washoe County Regional
NV Department
» Due to ArrowCreek Security’s
have their transponders turned off.
wildlife issues
775.852.3444
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» However, Security cannot file a police statement for an ACHOA resident. » Security will provide the WCSO with any information by request. » Security will provide any photos taken to the resident and WCSO as requested. » Security investigates and documents
The Security Team has discussed the
a golf cart is not a toy, and golf cart safety
ACHOA entry process with the WCSO
should be taken seriously. Read on for
to ensure every precaution has been
some important golf cart safety tips to help
implemented to ensure that no vehicles are
keep you, and everyone around you, safe.
allowed entry without proper authorization. Please note, Quick Pass creates a video for EVERY vehicle entering ArrowCreek at the front gate that shows vehicle color, make,
Golf cart safety basics for use in the sub-division: » Read the owner’s manual for important
model and license plate. The Security Team
safety information and to get to know
violations of community rules and
knows who is entering the community
your vehicle.
procedures and the violations are
through the front gate. The Security
provided to the Community Manager
Team is also monitoring Washoe County
and the Board for action. Such
Common area intrusions points and
violations will be provided to the
approved fire evacuation routes for trespass
resident and WCSO as requested.
and misuse.
Conclusion and Summary This is a brief description of how your
ArrowCreek golf cart safety tips
Security Team processes vehicles entering
Your guide to staying safe, wherever your
ArrowCreek at official entrance, the front
golf cart takes you.
gate. The Security team does have other sophisticated tools, but at this time the Security Team would rather not broadcast those tools to the public in this news magazine.
Golf carts are not just for golfing these
» During lightning stay away from your golf cart and golf clubs. » Only carry the number of passengers you have seating capacity for. » Operate a cart from the driver’s seat ONLY. » Drivers of golf carts on ArrowCreek roadways or combination cart paths must be 14 years of age or older. » Drivers 14 – 16 tears of age may not
days. They are also a convenient way to get
carry passengers with the exceptions of
around. And while it can be a lot of fun
family members.
to drive, it is important to remember that
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SECURITY & SAFETY continued from page 29 » Golf carts which are driven after dark
Association Policy and Restrictions for
» On all other streets, golf carts must
must have appropriate safety equipment
Combination Golf Cart and Walking
operate on the roadway and not on the
including head lamps, tail lamps, stop
Path:
paved walking paths.
lamps and rear-view mirror.
» Combination Paved Walking Paths are
» Always fully engage the parking brake
defined as:
and remove the key before leaving the
when doing so would not be safe, every
» The paved pathways on both sides of
vehicle.
East and West ArrowCreek Parkways.
While you are driving in the Community
» The sections of the walking paved
and on The Club grounds:
pathways at the following locations
» Obey and follow all traffic rules and
may be used by golf carts:
signage.
» Keep feet, legs, hands, and arms inside
» Winding Ridge: from Cocopah
Court along Winding Ridge to
vehicle at all times.
the Tee Box at Hole 16
» Make sure the direction selector is in the correct position before accelerating.
» Masters Drive: from High Vista
Drive to Winding Ridge Drive
» Always bring the golf cart to a full stop before shifting direction.
» High Vista: Through Harbottle Park
» Golf Carts are required to operate on
» Slow down before and during turns.
ArrowCreek Parkway Combination Paths
» Check behind you before operating in
and not drive on ArrowCreek Parkway
reverse.
itself. This rule includes all golf carts as well as ACHOA and The Club utility
» Always yield to pedestrians. » Use seatbelts, if available. » Do not text and drive the golf cart.
» Do not drive the cart while intoxicated.
roadway shall drive as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction. » Warning: When encountering a pedestrian on designated combination paths, golf cart drivers must stop and allow the pedestrian(s) to pass safely. » Please Note that golf cart paths on The Club golf course are private property and they do not belong to the ACHOA. The Club golf cart paths are restricted for the use of golfers and/or those authorized by The Club only. The Club has separate safety and
maintenance projects).
driving rules and The Club members are
» All other areas of paved pathways
moving golf cart.
person operating a golf cart upon a
carts (except as required to complete
» All other Paved Walking Paths
» Do not allow anyone to stand in a
» Except when preparing to turn left or
along community roadways are designated as Walking Paths and golf carts are prohibited.
required to follow those separate rules on the golf course property. Whether you are driving a golf cart on the course or off, staying safe should always be a priority.
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ArrowCreek interest groups art guild Connie Ghysels lulughysels@gmail.com www.ArrowCreekart.wordpress.com
Bridge Club Dick Eddy
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Chefs club
socials & events
Carol Steingard sedona1927@gmail.com www.ac-chefs.club
Crafters Mary Steele
marysteele6239@att.net
cycling club Jeff Foster
jeff-foster@sbcglobal.net
former incline residents Gabrielle Rubsamen-Judd gamaveru1962@gmail.com
hiking club Mark Steingard
sedona1927@gmail.com
mah jongg Patty Erickson
erickspm@gmail.com
men's tennis Don McConnell dfmcconnell67@gmail.com
From left Judy England, Karen Van Slambrouck, Carol Steingard, Sue Thorsteinson, Donna Perez, Bonnie Atondo
music lovers Angela Havewala angelahavewala@yahoo.com
chef's club philanthropy
pickleball
In 2016, ArrowCreek resident, Carol
founder Lynette Eddy, “the way we treat our
Steingard founded the ArrowCreek Chefs
most vulnerable is a reflection on who we
Club. Initially the group met monthly
are as a community.”
Mary Ann Gaebe lulughysels@gmail.com www.acpc.clubexpress.com
road to success
to share ideas and their love of cooking
Paula Macenski pmacenski@gmail.com Mary Katz marymfk77@gmail.com
eating. Understanding that their talents
scale models Hawley MacLean
hawley@hmaclean.com
singles skiing Stan Jaeger stanjaeger@gmail.com
snow shoeing
could help those in need in Reno, they began preparing monthly meals for
Initially the facility was located as a drop-in resource center on 6th Street. They were open Monday to Friday, 10am-5pm, where homeless and at-risk youth could stop
the Ronald McDonald House and the Veterans Home. Although both are worthy organizations, the club decided to seek out a less known organization in the
by to get resources and hangout in a safe place during the day. Unable to house the youth during the evenings and weekends, youth were provided food and resources
community that was in need of greater
they need to get through the weekend until
Mark Steingard sedona1927@gmail.com
support. Carol and her husband Mark
tennis (singles)
support – the Eddy House. Eddy House
While at this location, ArrowCreek Chefs
is a non-profit whose objective is to end
Club members provided sack lunches
wine lovers
youth homelessness in Reno, Nevada. Eddy
spearheaded by Sue Thorsteinson, and a
Terry Brodt
House works with homeless and at-risk
monthly hot meal originally coordinated by
youth to develop the life and job skills
Mary Katz and Paula Macenski.
Jeff Fisher jeffxfisher@gmail.com
terrybrodt@comcast.net
women's tennis Dayna Kaltman teachdk71@yahoo.com
discovered a local organization in need of
the doors re-opened on Monday morning.
necessary to be sustainable. In the words of
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In early 2019, Mary and Paula and other Chefs Club members formed a new organization, Road To Success (RTS), to fundraise monies to support the expansion of the Eddy House. At that time Sue became the leader of efforts to provide monthly hot meals. Later, this effort transitioned to Bonnie Atondo. In November 2019, Eddy House management was restructured and, with the generous support of the State of Nevada, private foundations, individual donors (many ArrowCreek residents) and contractors, the organization purchased and moved into a 16,335 square foot commercial building located near Renown Medical Center. The new facility allowed services to expand to 24 hours with overnight opportunities to get youth off the streets. The new facility also provides a drop-in shelter, transitional housing,
Dinner Menu
» Garlic Bread
community rooms, and administrative offices.
» Baked Ziti with Meatballs
» Brownies and Muffins
Over the past three years, and despite difficulties experienced during the pandemic, the ArrowCreek Chefs Club has supported the mission of the Eddy House by providing a monthly hot meal for 40 local homeless and at-risk kids – aged 18-24. Bonnie's husband died unexpectedly earlier this year. Sue and Bonnie joined forces with other Chefs to make sure that the meals continued flawlessly. When the Eddy House staff and clientele learned of the tragic death of Bonnie's husband, they sent letters of support to Bonnie, portions of which she has agreed to share: • “From the bottom of my heart, I just want to thank you for the
» Mixed Green Salad with Ranch Dressing » Apples All the items in the back row of the photo above are to help stock The Eddy house pantry. We do this the last Tuesday of every month. The following chefs either donated, cooked or both! Sue Thorsteinson
Karen Van Slambrook
Peggy Mathews
Carol Steingard
Donna Perez
Angela Havewala
Bonnie Atondo
Paula Paust
Denise Rooney
Joyce Seelen
Judy England
Ann Blamire
Cookie Steinberg
meals that you have donated to Eddy House. You and your husband have helped so many youths and are a role model for our community..." • “Your generosity has helped so many people..." • “It's hard to find people who care like you. You make a difference for people like me..." In addition to providing ongoing help to homeless youth during the past two years, ArrowCreek Chefs Club members have donated numerous supplies and money to the Nevada Humane Society. Last year Chefs Club member Bonnie Atondo challenged the group to match her late husband Steve’s donation of $1,000. The group collected and donated $2,180 in supplies and cash to the local Nevada Humane Society.
GOOD FOR THE MIND, BODY, & SOUL!
These philanthropic works are a positive reflection of the commitment and generous spirit contained within the gates of ArrowCreek. Along with philanthropic endeavors, the Chefs Club has monthly meetings, progressive dinners, cooking classes and demonstrations. The Chefs Club invites you to join or get more information about the club by contacting Carol Steingard at sedona1927@gmail.com.
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WhoAre We? by joyce white
I met a California resident who wanted to know more about ArrowCreek. “How old do you have to be to buy and live in ArrowCreek? she asked.
“We don’t play golf. Why should we move to ArrowCreek?” she
“There is no age limit. Anyone of any age can live in ArrowCreek.
wondered.
In fact, we have a lot of young families buying here. According
“According to the 2020 survey, people come here because of
to a 2020 Survey of residents, three percent have three children
opportunities for hiking, walking, and snow skiing. They also come
under 18 living at home, over nine percent of homes have two
for the scenery and views. And we have a Residents’ Center with a
children there, and other eight percent have one child,” I replied.
gym and other amenities that almost half of residents use,” I said.
Thus, close to 20% of residents have children living at home.
“I’ve heard your Architectural Design Review Committee
“But I thought ArrowCreek was a retirement community,” she
requirements are quite restrictive,” said the Californian with
offered.
concern.
“Yes. A lot of retired people live here. The survey found that 52
“Forty-four percent of residents have not used the ADRC, but
percent are retired, but some people also work part-time. And just
46 percent of all residents who responded want the ADRC rules
over 43 percent have lived here more than ten years,” I said.
enforced. According to the 2020 survey, 69 percent think the
“I understand that the community has two 18-hole golf courses. Does anyone really use them?” she asked.
ADRC does a satisfactory job. And the ACHOA has published new guidelines and have added online applications to make it easier to get a new house built or a remodel done,” I pointed out.
“What a great question,” I replied. “Let me tell you some interesting facts. Nearly 53 percent of The Club’s approximately
“Where do you get this information?” she asked.
900 members are residents living within ArrowCreek, which,
“The best place is to go to the website, ArrowCreek.com. In
based on the number of homes in the development, suggests that
addition, the ACHOA Board puts out a magazine called the
around 50 percent of the ArrowCreek Homeowner Association
ArrowCreek View to let residents know important information.
residents are members of The Club. While many community
Eighty four percent of residents think the ACHOA Board does
members do not play golf, “Sport” memberships have provided
either a good or an excellent job of communicating, and over 97
access to the new dining, pool, fitness, and other amenities at The
percent of respondents said they read the ArrowCreek View. Sixty-
Club. The owners of The Club have recently put in a lot of money
nine percent said they have visited the website and a majority said
to improve their facility, and this one factor has increased the
they found the information they were looking for there,” I told her.
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In addition, the ACHOA Community Manager and ACHOA General Manager and employee staff provide a high level of service to the community to make sure that the community is well run and visually appealing for residents and quests. This sets an excellent tone on what you can expect being a community member, I stated.. “One of my concerns is the financial health of a community. I want to know about this before I decide to buy there,” stated the woman. “Yes but, how many people responded to that survey?” asked the woman.
“The Budget and Finance Committee and the Reserve Fund Committee that are both overseen by the Board are tasked with keeping ArrowCreek in good financial shape. The committees
“There were 549 responses out of about 930 homes here—one
decide when it is necessary to raise fees and what amount of
response per home. That is over fifty percent—a really good
reserve is needed to keep the community updated and healthy
response rate for any survey research,” I replied.
financially. Big expenditures, like replacing the twenty-year-old
“But how does ArrowCreek compare to other communities in Reno?” she asked.
irrigation system are factored into their budget. I think it is safe to say that ArrowCreek is in good financial condition, and the Board wants to keep it that way.”
“One of our residents, Mark Aston, has put together a spreadsheet comparing amenities and fees of various communities. Forty-two percent of respondents to the 2020 survey I mentioned want this
“It sounds like ArrowCreek is a good choice,” observed the woman from California and I agreed.
information. According to Mr. Aston, the fees paid in ArrowCreek
“ArrowCreek is a premier Northern Nevada gated, family-friendly,
compare favorably to other communities that have similar
golf, and recreation community. Come for the views, stay for the
amenities. This research hasn’t yet been published,” I offered.
lifestyle.”
JulyFourth
independence day celebration in ArrowCreek In light of COVID-19, this year the ArrowCreek social committee is unable to hold the annual Fourth of July picnic. In lieu of the picnic, we are hoping the ArrowCreek community will join us in showing patriotism and honor by displaying the American flag outside your home during the Fourth of July weekend. To show the spirit, the HOA Social Committee is asking the Security Gate to decorate with Red, White and Blue and many flags. We would like to encourage you to fly your flag on the 4th of July, too. Not unlike “Make ArrowCreek Shine” at the Christmas and Holiday season, let’s decorate our houses and yards, and “Fly our Flags” for the Fourth of July, 2021!
Although usually displayed sunrise to sunset, the American flag can be displayed 24 hours a day as long as proper illumination is used so the flag can be seen at night. Watch the signs at the gate and your email to find out if the HOA Social Committee is able to sponsor any other event.
A few American flag facts » The 13 stripes, (7 red alternating with 6 white), represent the 13 original colonies » The white stars on blue represent the 50 states of the Union. » The colors of our flag symbolize the following: Red: Hardiness and Valor White: Purity and Innocence Blue: Vigilance, Perseverance, and Justice. We hope you join us by flying your flag and honoring Old Glory! We wish a happy and safe Fourth of July to all our great community members.
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Residents' center activities Residents' Center Update With warm weather upon us we are looking forward to a summer
limited to 5 per household. Unfortunately, we are restricted from
full of outdoor activities. We would like to provide you the latest
opening the outdoor spa. Once Washoe County gives permission
information and updates on all the Residents’ Center amenities.
to open, we will do so.
Swimming pools and outdoor spa
Sports Courts
The pools are tentatively scheduled to open May 15th. Daily
All sports courts are open without restriction. Please be aware as a
hours of operation are 6am-8pm. The family pool, lap pool
resident you must be present if you invite guests to use the sports
and tot pool area will still operate at reduced capacity with a
courts.
maximum occupancy of 50 total people inside the pool area. The tot pool will be open with a maximum of 6 people. Please maintain 6 feet social distance from those not in your household
Playing Field The playing field is open without restrictions.
at all times. During the busy summer months please be mindful
Fitness Center
of your fellow residents and limit your time in the pool to allow
The fitness center continues to operate at reduced capacity of 9
all to access with the reduced capacity. At this time guests will be
people per room. Face coverings are required at all times. Due to the gym equipment in the multi-purpose room, it is not available for meetings or groups to reserve.
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Foyer Sitting Room The foyer is open at reduced capacity of 20 people. Face coverings are required. The foyer is available for residents to reserve for gatherings.
Outdoor Patio and BBQ The patio and BBQ will be open May 15th and can be reserved for gatherings up to 25 people.
The ArrowCreek market is hot right now ~ I have an active, current database of over 600 buyers qualified for over $1M looking to move to Northern Nevada.
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ExtraordinaryYear Washoe county school district update by victoria campbell
WCSD will also provide support and intervention for kindergartners through 11th graders. Federal CARES Act funding will help support schools and fill in the gaps of the state budget, which will enable the district to address academic recovery and mental health issues.
An extraordinary school year is coming to a close in the Washoe County School District (WCSD), but educators know their work is far from done. There will be plenty of opportunities for students to engage in academic recovery in the closing weeks of school and during the summer months as our community continues to deal with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
During this school year, every staff member, teacher, and student has been required to change the ways in which they work, teach, and learn, but we are proud of the ways everyone has persevered. School counselors and psychologists are working closely with students and staff members to provide support and tools for coping with the aftermath of this incredibly challenging school year.
Throughout this school year, WCSD has followed all directives of
Educators are working harder than ever to help students recover
the state and local health and education agencies while continuing
academically as the year winds down and summer school begins.
to offer learning choices for families. Since August in Washoe
We look forward to welcoming our students back to school in the
County, elementary schools have offered fulltime in-person learning
fall.
to all students, while middle- and high school students attend classes on a hybrid/in-person learning model where they alternate days learning in school and at home. All students with special needs have attended classes onsite fulltime this year, and all also have had the option of engaging in fulltime distance learning.
In the meantime, each high school is preparing to celebrate departing seniors with diploma distributions that mark the end of their high school careers. Principals are working closely with students and families to arrange unique ceremonies that honor seniors while still complying with all health guidelines set forth by
This spring, as vaccines were made available and COVID
the county and state. The Class of 2021 has much to celebrate,
restrictions were loosened by the state, more students were allowed
and all of us at WCSD wish them well.
in school buildings. Principals created plans for bringing students into classrooms while other departments— like Transportation and Nutrition Services—worked to accommodate the increasing number of students who need rides and meals. But even as higher numbers of students have been welcomed back to school sites, the effects of the pandemic are obvious. Like many other school districts across the country, WCSD is dealing with chronic absenteeism, course failures, and a decline in ontrack (graduation) status for our seniors. School administrators know students and their families have had a tough year, facing, and overcoming unprecedented challenges that include economic hardship, illness, hunger, homelessness, isolation, and loss. WCSD is providing a variety of supports for students and families to ensure academic, social, and emotional recovery in these crucial months after the impacts of the pandemic begin to ease. The district is relying on data to make decisions about how educators will intervene with academic supports for students. This will include counseling, graduation tracking, intersession classes, and credit recovery programs during the summer months for seniors. Some may need more time to finish their coursework and may choose to graduate in August. Others may need another year of support in school in order to earn their diploma. Counselors are working individually with seniors to ensure they are receiving the help they need to make decisions about their educational goals.
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SupportingTeens in a pandemic by dwarak vuppalapati, m.d.
Teenagers feel the pressure to keep up with their peers both academically and socially. Falling behind can undermine their perception of themselves as good students and as community members. The 15-21 age group is when group interactions are learned. The pandemic has stifled the opportunity to learn to deal with other people: canceled sports, no club meetings, no study groups, no spring break parties. To what extent can we help them learn proper, structured interactions to carry them through adulthood? Provide support, both at home and in school, that students need to succeed. Especially in a pandemic when powerlessness and helplessness are common, teens need to feel they have control over their lives and can make a difference. Empower young people by finding opportunities for civic engagement, community service or volunteering their time. Let them know the work they are doing is valuable and worthwhile. Parents are more successful in supporting their teenagers by helping to establish work/study habits, managing time, and motivating them. Recognize that schools often allow kids to connect and build relationships with other adults like coaches or counselors. Find ways to connect teens with other adults who can provide support. They could help a neighbor with gardening
while conversing with them. They could participate in ArrowCreek club activities such as feeding the homeless with the Chefs Club or hiking with the Hiking Club. They could participate in ArrowCreek committee activities such as the Social Committee to help at children’s activities or explore any of the other committees that might have mentors to broaden their interest. While at home, parents can encourage youth to create a plan for getting their schoolwork done. This will allow teens to take ownership and responsibility for their schoolwork while practicing time management. Be sensitive to the fact that teenagers’ biological clocks lead them to stay up late and sleep late. Socializing is an important need at this time in a young person’s life and helps them develop their own identity. Let them connect safely with friends. How might that be arranged? One teen had the following response: “We need to be around people in normal settings doing things we enjoy doing, which in many cases, is not civil work. Teens want to party, they want to get out and be wild, be crazy. They need a space where they can suppress the social norms and just be what they are, feel what they feel, do what they feel like doing. How to fill that void? That’s a super tough question and I don’t have the answer for that. Maybe hosting a retreat in the garden doing unconventional dynamic meditation. Dance classes with social distancing outside. Singing at 6pm out of the window, at the top of your lungs, only to be accompanied by the cries of other families joining in. Fun, unconventional ideas. That’s what we need.” According to recent studies, high numbers of students have said that the pandemic has made their mental health problems worse. Losing school routines can cause an increase in feelings of anxiety, loneliness, and isolation. The pandemic may make it difficult to identify students who are in need. Schools provide mental health services and other supports. If schools are operating minimally, there is less opportunity to get this support. Recognize that students and their families are struggling to balance different demands.
CONGRATULATIONS
2021
Graduates
Parents/grandparents/relatives/friends and school staff need to watch for teenagers with symptoms of anxiety and depression. Immediately get the teens the services they need before it gets worse.
The ArrowCreek Homeowners Association
The COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown may have a negative impact on the mental health of adolescents, although there is still no data on the long-term impact of this crisis. Adolescents’ individual, familial, and social vulnerability, as well as individual and familial coping abilities, are factors related to adolescent mental health in times of crisis. Listen. Calmly ask them what they need. Help them find groups and to feel valued.
and its community members would like to
congratulate all sons, daughters, nephews,
nieces, granddaughters, and grandsons that recently graduated from elementary school,
middle school, high school, and college. This
is a great accomplishment and you should be recognized for your efforts. Your close family
members and the entire ArrowCreek community take pride in your accomplishments. The best
of luck to you all as you go forward in your lives. Stay safe and healthy out there.
Students may earn a 1/2 (.50) credit by providing evidence of 60 hours of community service and a report addressing the benefit of their experiences. There are requirements for the “course” listed on the Extended Studies/Community Service page. All must be done in advance of the service. Go to https://www.washoeschools.net/Page/1143 or call Extended Studies at 775.353.6990. Registration for the summer semester is 5/24/21-6/21/21.
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The Facilities staff identified an under-utilized area by the playing
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popular area for residents to both exercise and socialize. We also
They knew we had the extra material on hand and thought a bench
added trees to provide shade during the hot summer months. All
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The ACHOA is fortunate to have a Facilities staff who takes pride in their work and proactively look for ways to improve common area. Some may think all the Facilities staff does is “mow and blow” but, our crew is made up of skilled craftsmen who can accomplish many tasks that would otherwise require an outside vendor. From irrigation and mechanical repairs to landscape and
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We continue to invest in our golf courses in addition to all the new clubhouse expansion and remodeling going on. Golf course projects include replacing all of the outdated turf equipment,
Spring has arrived at The Club and we are looking forward to a busy summer full of golf, special events, pool season, family-fun activities and more! Men’s and Ladies League play has begun on the golf courses, the Pools are scheduled to open on Memorial Day weekend (May 28th) and Bocce Leagues will begin shortly as well. By the time you read this article, the Club’s new General Manager
repairs, and replacement of cart paths, upgraded and new irrigation pumps and lines, drainage lines installed, driving range improvements, a new greens nursery and increases in our staffing and operating budget. Our golf courses will continue to improve by the month, and we should be at peak conditions by the fall of 2022.
will be on property and starting to get up to speed – we look
We are looking at adding staff to almost all departments at the
forward to him spearheading our team while continuing to elevate
Club. If you know of any outstanding people looking for a terrific
our services. We look forward to having the community meet the
opportunity to work at an incredible Club – please have them
new GM in the near future.
contact us. We even have part-time positions available for residents that are non-Members to help us on the golf courses as Tee Starters and Player Assistants - if you like being outdoors and enjoy talking with people – please let us know – it might be a great way to stay active and plugged in to the community. Anyone interested should email cassie.pete@theclubac.com. Our new event (banquet) space being constructed on the north end of our clubhouse is starting to take shape. The updated renderings (below) really put into perspective the beautiful space that is being created to host all of your special events, including the HOA Annual Holiday Party in December. As COVID restrictions continue to (hopefully!) ease throughout the year, we look forward to hosting your next business or personal celebration here at The Club. For additional sneak peaks of all of the new spaces being built here at The Club, please follow our channel on YouTube @ theclubatArrowCreek. As always, we appreciate your patience as we continue through the final phases of construction creating the finest gated resort-style family club in Nevada.
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Washoe County assembled a team to help steer the region toward
were not given over to local control, perhaps the most prominent of
recovery. This team includes the City of Reno, City of Sparks,
If COVID has taught us anything as a region, it’s how to work together. Washoe County has joined forces with the City of Reno and City of Sparks, the business community, the health and hospital industry, and numerous other partners like never before since COVID arrived in our community in March 2020.
Health District, and School District, but it doesn’t stop there. The team also brought in industry and health experts to guide the way. These experts included representatives from the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority, the Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce, the Nevada Hospital Association, recreation
The regional COVID website, COVID19Washoe.com, is a regional
organizations, the hotel and casino industry, the restaurant industry,
effort and is the recognized single source of information for all
special events, and more.
residents in the Truckee Meadows, regardless of city limits.
The goal for this group was to create a plan that will get the
We’ve been through dark valleys and uncharted terrain together,
community back to normal while continuing to beat COVID and
and now as we blaze the trail to recovery, we do so arm-in-arm with
prevent a resurgence of disease, regardless of statewide protocols.
those partners.
Specifically, the goal is to keep the positivity rate of COVID-19 below 5 percent, partner with business leaders to create safety
As of May 1, the State of Nevada lifted social distancing requirements and handed various aspects of COVID mitigation measures back to county jurisdiction. On June 1, capacity limits will be removed statewide. Local governments were empowered to create local guidelines for how to balance public health with
standards, and communicate these standards clearly in a way that will empower the community to make informed decisions about their own activities. This team worked with five guiding principles in mind: 1. The health of Washoe County citizens and visitors is as important as the health of the local economy. 2. The business community will make the best business decisions with high-impact guidelines. 3. People can make personal decisions about their own health risks within allowable guidelines. 4. Oversight is necessary to ensure compliance. 5. Keep it simple. Armed with these principles and goals, Washoe County developed the framework to move us from May 1 onward. We are coming into event season, and it is important that we can return to celebrating and enjoying what makes our community so special. Fortunately, many of our special events are in the great outdoors, but they are still responsible for offering safe options for attendees and keeping the health of our community as highest priority. Washoe County comprises two cities, vast swaths of land, and numerous neighborhoods, and COVID has touched us all. But we must remember that this is a regional challenge with a regional solution. Your local representatives are working hard to ensure that public health and safety is tantamount to quality of life. We thank you for entrusting us with this monumental task.
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articles that revisit the past Emily was in ArrowCreek. now she's home! In the September 2020 issue of the ArrowCreek View we introduced you to Emily as she started her trip home to Vienna, Austria, after her Rotary Club Exchange program in Reno at Galena High School and stay with the Duncan family in ArrowCreek. Emily opens Sue's email, her eyes eager to decipher the meaning of every carefully strung line of words in the single paragraph, and the observatory language she uses carries a breeze down memorylane. “I can hear her!” she thinks, and elation moves throughout her body to where it settles, at the girl‘s heart center. After having grazed the report, her eyes skip back to the beginning and come to rest on a simple 3-worded question: “How are you?” She can hear the abbreviation of her name attached to the questions tail-end. “How are you, Em?” The girl lowers her eyes from the screen, pondering the most truthful, yet uplifting comeback she can respond with. This is what it said: I am currently working on a research paper on altered states of consciousness (one of the most interesting topics I have ever come across!), that will be graded together with my final school exam as
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my departing high school career. Having attended high school for the greater part of my life, I have little expectation for how “life after school” will look like. Recently questions regarding the bigger life picture have been arising within me, and I’m left wondering if I want to let my life transpire in the “bustle” of society, that never seems content or satisfied, and is transfixed on constant change and movement. “It is not about who you are, it is about what you do,” it calls. With the mentality of ever-harvesting change and future-oriented thinking, the acceptance of what is becomes a challenge, a difficulty even. “Faster and more efficient and more” the motto sounds. It seems to only ever crave more. More success, more education, more status, more possessions, more wealth, more health, more friends, more development of this, more development of that,… it is always MORE MORE MORE! I wonder if a quieter life, a stiller and simpler life, in a village somewhere in the outskirts of town, giving back to the community by the means of something that isn’t pressure, but genuine will and freedom, might be more suitable. I imagine a space in which I am free to exert myself with the least amount of conditioning possible, a space in which I can be without the never-ceasing need to do. Having observed the nature of the ever-evolving society in my mere 18 years of life, I have been witness to the immense amount of stress that is laid on the individual and his ambitions to succeed; an act that is supported and acknowledged as normalcy particularly in western culture .And of course, it is important to note that acceptance did not abolish slavery, acceptance did not diminish racism, acceptance did not establish the suffragists movement, acceptance did not contrive the degree of social justice we have today,…but it is the absence of acceptance that leads to a life trapped in a conceptual reality of thought forms, suffering from various forms of anxiety and depression, and battling with the unsettlement and frustration that comes from never feeling “good enough.” This life that lies ahead of so many of us is a life I do not wish to partake in. I am in favour of a life focused on being and holding space for what truly is. A space in time in which I get to witness the life that unfolds around me, with love and with a deep-felt sense of understanding for what it means to simply be. And so with, I am considering the steps needed to attain such a life. Because in the end of it all, what matters most to me is that I have lived in alignment with my essence, my inner goddess, and I have breathed life through the divinity of her being. So…How am I doing? I am tired of thinking, overwhelmed with feeling, wrought with uncertainty with respect to future-planning, frustrated with schoolwork, and yet, I feel a profound sense of gratitude for having been given life in the first place.
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