ArrowCreek View MAY 2025

The official NEWS magazine of the ArrowCreek® Homeowners Association MAY 2025 Volume 20, issue 3

Residents'Center

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There is no secret to Tawny Garrick’s rapid ascent in real estate success.

With a lifelong passion for architecture and the housing industry, Tawny started her career at the tender age of 21, quickly excelling to secure her broker’s license and starting her independent real estate firm at 25.

A second-generation entrepreneur, Tawny learned firsthand about construction and design, working at her father’s company. Transitioning into real estate, she represents buyers, sellers, and investors, including resale, custom home construction, and seeing the potential in a fixer-upper.

Tawny believes in providing every client with the best possible guidance — just one reason she is a Certified Real Estate Negotiator. “A large facet of my service is negotiating on behalf of clients, so it’s vital to choose a real estate advisor who invests in their skills,” Tawny stated. Additionally, she is a Nevada Real Estate Broker and Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist.

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Contents

features

DEPARTMENTS 04

Board of Directors' Note

06

Ask the Manager

08

Governing Committees

10

Budget & Finance

12

Residents' Center Update

26

ArrowCreek Calendar

28

ArrowCreek Interest Groups

32

Security & Safety

36

Where in the World

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The ArrowCreek View is the official Magazine of the ArrowCreek ACHOA. It contains important information for all residents. Additional hard copies of the magazines are available at the Residents’ Center and the magazine is posted on the www.ArrowCreek.com website. Listing of services, vendors, individuals and/or groups is not an endorsement by ArrowCreek ACHOA.

on the cover Photo by Greg Newman The ArrowCreek View is looking for community photos to be used on a future cover. Your digital photos must be submitted via email to: acview89511@gmail.com.

mission

wildland fires in our community These past several years have been one record breaking fire season after another. The amount of devastation and destruction seems to be growing not only here in North America, but also around the globe.

resident spotlight - bill thom In the heart of ArrowCreek, there’s a local legend whose story of athletic prowess and entrepreneurial success continues to inspire.

kids corner Marce Herz Middle school has been open for five years. There are three grade levels, 6th, 7th, and 8th. Marce Herz is a public school so anyone can join. Marce Herz middle school has more than 850 students combined. I will tell you a little about what it is like going to Marce Herz.

Wildland fire in our community preparing for wildfire for the song schedule resident spotlight - bill thom spring cleaning marce herz middle school kids corner lead with horses

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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.

vision

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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ArrowCreek View is the official publication of the ArrowCreek HOA published by CCMedia Publishing.

775.548.6562 | www.cc.media peggy@ccmpublishing.com

ACHOA contact info Inquiries, concerns, requests to the Board or Committees: ACservice@associasn.com

board of directors' note On another issue, we appreciate the work

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!

our volunteers do on all of our standing and advisory committees. In their desire to serve, many of them are enthusiastic about what they feel are important issues

Management Company Associa Sierra North (ASN) 10509 Professional Cr. #200 Reno, NV 89521 775.626.7333 P | 775.626.7374 F ArrowCreek's ASN Community Manager Marian Young 775.334.7436 Direct

to improving the services and amenities within ArrowCreek. Sometimes there are differences in opinions that can lead to heated discussions, but we all are neighbors. In the end, a way forward is hashed out and we should be able to Recently, the President and the Treasurer

accept that our point of view may have

met with Montreux’s same officers to

to give way to the majority decision.

discuss shared issues. One interesting area

The Board relies on all the advisory

was speeding and enforcement. Montreux

committees’ recommendations and

ACHOA General Manager Scott Peterlin scottachoa@gmail.com

is divided on whether or not they have a

suggestions. There are no right or wrong

speeding problem, which has inhibited

suggestions, but all ideas help to contribute

residents' center

them from moving forward with speed

to the best way forward for the ACHOA. So,

monitors and cameras and enforcement

volunteers, thank you for your passion for

with fines. In the last Director’s Note,

ArrowCreek! And in that regard, our small

we mentioned that speeding and rules

meeting room in the Residents’ Center now

enforcement was important to you based

has a new table and chairs and is available

on the recent survey. In fact, speeding

for your meetings (see photo) as well as

and enforcement was cited 5 to 1 in the

homeowner use.

Ombudsman for Owners in CICCH/HOAs http://.red.nv.gov.content/CIC/Main/ CICOmbudsman@red.nv.gov 702.486.4480

775.850.4620 Hours: 5am - 10pm Daily

ArrowCreek Security ArrowCreek BOARD 775.850.4450 Gatehouse

Stan Jaeger, Board President Margaret McConnell, Vice President Bill Schimandle, Secretary Paul Burkett, Treasurer Caryn Olson, Director Ron Duncan, Director Mike Henry, Director

ADRC MEMBERS Jeff Jones, ADRC Chair Margaret McConnell, Board Liaison Bill Schimandle, Board Liaison David Brooks Sue Lasky Carolyn Stone Lyle Woodward The ArrowCreek Board of Directors, on its behalf and for the Association, disclaims responsibility for the content of any articles not authored

by Board members, community volunteers, 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.

survey as opposed to speed cameras are unnecessary. No one likes additional

We currently have a need for volunteers to serve on our Social Committee and

rules and fines, but we interpret the survey responses to mean that we need to prioritize speeding enforcement to ensure the safety of all ArrowCreek residents. In addition to updating the rules and fines, we will be purchasing an additional speed camera to place in high activity areas. With over a million cars a year coming through the entrance gate, we cannot afford to

Reserve Committee. We would like to encourage you to sign up to be part of these important committees that maintain the fabric of community life, repair and replacement, and maintenance of ACHOA assets, which are so important to the ArrowCreek experience that we all cherish.

If you can, please go to ArrowCreek.com, click on HOA Board—Committees, and

be lackadaisical about the potential of severe injury from just one occurrence.

So, once again we would like to ask you to slow down and obey traffic rules. Truly, we do not enjoy handing out fines for infractions (refer to the related article by Security on speeding statistics in this View.

select “Click to download Committee/task force Interest form.” Fill out the form and send to acservice@associasn.com. You will be doing a great service to ArrowCreek and enriching yourself at the same time.

Board of Directors

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Mercedes-Benz of Reno donated two thousand dollars to the Tahoe Incline Golf Club and gave the University of Nevada, Reno's Ski Team a deal on a Sprinter Van for the team and agreed to do all of their vehicle servicing free of charge. That's not all for Mercedes-Benz of Reno, however.

The dealership supports the Galena High School cheerleading team and the girls wrestling team, and additionally has given their support to the Reno Volleyball Club and the North Tahoe Avalanche Soccer

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mercedes-benz of reno is giving back to northerN nevada Located on South Virginia Street,

AutoNation has raised and donated over

Mercedes®-Benz of Reno sells premium

$40 million to drive out cancer, and will

new and used vehicles, as well as certified

continue on in its cancer-fighting mission.

pre-owned Mercedes-Benz vehicles to

If you want to help raise awareness about

residents of Northern Nevada and Lake

DRVPNK, drop by Mercedes-Benz of Reno

Tahoe/Truckee, California. Did you know

for your free, branded, pink license plate

that they do a lot more than just sell and

frame.

service vehicles? Mercedes-Benz of Reno is

club. Furthering their backing for sports programs, the dealership is a sponsor for Tahoe Endurance, a nationally recognized program that helps train children to become Olympic-level athletes.

Mercedes-Benz of Reno has also participated in supporting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention with the American Suicide Prevention Walkathon, sponsoring both the start and finish lines.

They've donated items to the Lion’s club and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation for silent auctions. Further help within the

Beyond Autonation's sizable contributions

community has been given to the Reno

toward cancer awareness, Mercedes-Benz of

Philharmonic, the Nevada Humane Society,

Reno also does a lot helping local

the Mount Rose Snowsports Education

Opened in December 2003 and originally

businesses and causes. Tom Zumbo took

Foundation, and, of course, the Sierra

owned by Von Housen Automotive Group,

over as the General Manager there just over

Nevada Section of the Mercedes-Benz Club

the luxury car dealership was purchased by

a year ago and has been making many

of America.

Winkel Motors in 2010. In 2015,

positive changes. The dealership donated

Mercedes-Benz of Reno was purchased by

ten thousand dollars to the new Conrad

AutoNation, America’s largest automotive

Breast Center at Renown Health. The

retailer. With the most J.D. Power Dealer

center will be on the third floor of the new

of Excellence honorees in the country and

specialty care building at Renown South

the only automotive retailer with over

Meadows Medical Center, promising to be

500,000 five-star reviews, AutoNation

a multidisciplinary comprehensive breast

associates deliver a customer experience

center. Renown's leaders said that they

that you can’t get anywhere else.

hired architects to create thoughtfully

AutoNation was founded in 1996 by

designed spaces that will be more inviting

giving back to Northern Nevada in many different ways.

Wayne Huizenga, an American businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Sadly, Huizenga and his wife, Martha, both passed away from cancer

and relaxing for patients. The Conrad Breast Center will be opening in late May

While selling cars and servicing vehicles is what Mercedes-Benz of Reno will always be the most known for, it is important to not forget the other ways in which they help the community. They've recently put in a Dog Park at the dealership to welcome our furry friends. Milk bones and toys available! It’s nice to see businesses that are focused on more than simply making money, and Northern Nevada is greatly improved through the efforts of the dealership.

of this year, a feat which has been made possible with the help of donors, such as

a few years ago. To honor their legacy,

Mercedes-Benz of Reno.

AutoNation continues to give back to

They also did a toy drive for Northern

charity, particularly to cancer-related

Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation and

organizations. Through the company’s

handed them a four-figure check and

DRVPNK mission, and with the support of

delivered 40 tote bags to the William N.

its customers, associates, and communities,

Pennington Cancer Institute.

Mercedes-Benz of Reno supports ArrowCreek through paid advertising.

Mercedes-Benz of Reno has donated $10,000 to the new Conrad Breast Center at Renown Health in Reno.

have a question for MARIAN YOUNG? 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 or visit ArrowCreek.com/comments page. Top questions will be published in the ArrowCreek View. Thanks for staying informed!

ask the manager

Q & A

QUESTION: MY WIFE AND I WANT TO PUT NEW LANDSCAPING IN OUR FRONT YARD. WHERE DO I START? ANSWER: I’m so glad you reached out. Have you visited the

Please call me directly if you find yourself confused and I will

ArrowCreek.com website? When you go to the homepage and

happily walk you through this process. Or, come visit me at the

hover your cursor over “Documents & Contact” you will see a drop

Residents’ Center. I am there every other Wednesday from 3 – 5

down menu with “ADRC Applications” at the bottom. Please click

PM. I would love to meet you and discuss your goals. My visits

on “ADRC Applications.” There you’ll find all the information you

to the Residents’ Center are posted on TownSq as well as on the

need to get started, including the ADRC Guidelines. Reviewing

electronic sign at the front gate.

the ADRC Guidelines will empower you with the knowledge base you need to get your project started. If you’re installing new landscaping in your front yard, it is ideal to begin by establishing the valuation of your project. When you have a figure, please select the application that best fits your project needs! As you collaborate with your landscaper, he or she will work with you on creating a submission to the ADRC (Architectural Design Review Committee).

If you have concerns or questions, for fastest response time please contact me directly at 775.334.7436 or email our team at acservice@associasn.com.

MarianYoung

,

ASN Community Manager

The ADRC Committee meets on the second Wednesday of every month and submissions are due two Fridays (12 days) before.

This committee is comprised of volunteer homeowners who give generously of their time on behalf of the ArrowCreek community.

These volunteers carefully review every submission to the best of their abilities in order to confirm adherence to the guidelines. This

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For inquires about ArrowCreek Committees email: ACservice@associasn.com

governing committees ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE (Members: Min 3, max 7 including at least one or up to two board members)

Board Liaison: Margaret McConnell

arrowcreek hoa 2025 committee roster

ADRC - Architecture Design Review committee (Members: 7 including two board members)

Board Liaisons: Margaret McConnell, Bill Schimandle

Chairperson: TBD » Carlos Mejia » Lorelei Carobolante » Rick Hsu » Michele Barkin

Chairperson: Jeff Jones » Jeff Jones* » Sue Lasky* » Carolyn Stone* » Lyle Woodward* » David Brooks*

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE (Members: Min 5, max 11 including at least one and at most two board members)

Paid Committee Experts: Daniel Birchfield, Steve Miles Staff & Mgt: Dave Dingman, Scott Peterlin, Marian Young, Jacob Darby

*Voting Member

Board Liaison: Paul Burkett Co-Chairs: Susan Duncan, Karen Chiamulon » Joyce Seelen » Hal Albright » Joseph F. Uhlan » Terry Brodt » Harvey Katz » Charlie Shalvoy » Stan Jaeger (Board Member)

3 Revolving Board Members (as needed)

The Club at ArrowCreek HOA Liaison Board Liaison: Caryn Olson, Paul Burkett

Board Liaison: Ron Duncan Chairperson: TBD » Ken Peterson » Leonard Wohletz » Mike Behrens » Paul Burkett (Treasurer) » Rick Hsu » Scott Peterlin, ACHOA GM (non-voting) » Kendrick Bratcher » Stan Jaeger (Board Member) » Steve Van Vorst

GOVERNING DOCUMENTS COMMITTEE (Members: Max 8 plus one to two board members)

fire & safety COMMITTEE Board Liaison: Bill Schimandle Chair: TBD

LANDSCAPE & trails COMMITTEE HEARING COMMITTEE

BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE (Members: Min 5, max 9 including the HOA Board Treasurer. No more than three board members.)

(Members: up to 8 including at least one board member)

ACHOA Board Liaison: Mike Henry Chairperson: Julee Conway » Sherri Aldinger » Mark Aston » Jim Gaebe » Reb Bailey » Harvey Katz » Dan Carrick » Thomas » Ben Collins Kowatch » Kathi Delegal » Janet Ouren » Ron Duncan » Tom Reardon » Susan Duncan » Joyce Seelen » Eric Eccles » Stephen Turner » Dave Steele, Assist. Facilities Staff » ACHOA General Manager » ACHOA Security Director » Brenda Rodriguez, Assist. Residents' Club Coordinator

Board Liaison & Chair: Vacant until further projects are tasked » Paul Burkett » Tom Motherway

RESERVE FUND COMMITTEE (Members: Min 5, max 9 to include the Board Treasurer or another BOD member of their designation. There shall be no more than 3 voting board members.)

Board Liaison: Caryn Olson Chairperson: TBD » Paul Burkett » Karen Chiamulon » Bob Smith

SOCIAL COMMITTEE (Members: Up to 10 including at least one board member)

Board Liaison: Caryn Olson Chairperson: Caryn Olson

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ACHOA DOCUMENTS

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE

Many documents govern HOAs.

Homeowners, with the changing seasons,

without having to obtain ADRC approval.

many of us are looking to refresh our

This is especially important if there has

yards by replacing plants, trees, or fences

been damage to your home or fence. You

that may have been damaged. As you plan

should review the above list of documents

these updates, kindly remember that you

to see which of them govern your issue.

have a plot plan that describes your lot,

For example, see the ARROWCREEK

including landscaping. You have the right

HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION RULES

and the obligation to maintain your lot

AND REGULATIONS FOR PROPERTY

pursuant to the existing plot plan.

USAGE Article IV, SECTION 8 which

The documents consist of: 1. Federal, State, and Local laws and Statutes 2. The recorded Map, Plan, or Plat of the subdivision www.washoecounty.gov/assessor/ cama/ 3. CC&Rs www.arrowcreek.com/ Document_and_Contact

allows repainting or staining in the same

4. Articles of Incorporation

As you can expect, there are HOA

5. HOA Bylaws

regulations that govern your actions.

6. Rules, Regulations, and Resolutions of the HO

The ARROWCREEK HOMEOWNERS

7. ADRC guidelines

AMENDED AND RESTATED

8. Other HOA Documents (e.g. Development Agreement, Board Minutes, Financial

DECLARATION OF COVENANTS,

ASSOCIATION, INC. SECOND

color without ADRC approval. However, if you intend to replace anything with something different from what is set forth on your plot plan, that is an improvement and requires ADRC approval.

CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

The issue here, again, is not to try and

(EXHIBIT A OF SECOND AMENDED

These documents apply to HOA

evade the rules. You should endeavor to

AND RESTATED BYLAWS) creates the

activities in descending order

comply with the guidelines to insure that

Architectural Design Review Committee

with the first documents taking

our neighborhood maintains the charm

(ADRC) which has dominion over all

priority over the lower documents.

and character that drew us here in the

improvements that can be made upon

The below article is not intended

first place. The bottom line is, if in doubt,

any lot, including repairs. This includes

to be legal advice or advice or

take the time to go to the ArrowCreek

structures, fences, and landscaping. In

recommendations from the Board

website where you can find the most

order to avoid any hassles, the correct

or the View regarding the situations

up to date guidelines and review them.

thing to do is to obtain a copy of your

presented. The articles are for

Then if you have more questions contact

landscaping plan and assure yourself that

general information. Before you take

the Community Manager at acservice@

you are replacing items in accordance

any action, you should seek legal

associasn.com or at one of the Meet the

with the plan for your lot. Generally, if

counsel and thoroughly review the

Manager sessions at the Residents’ Center

you are replacing a shrub with the same

above documents regarding your

and discuss them with the manager. She

shrub that is designated as in your plan,

particular situation.

can give you proper assistance. Hope this

that is maintenance, so you can do so

helps.

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BUDGET & FINANCE ACHOA 2026 BUDGET PROCESS The 2026 Budget Process for the Operating, Capital and Reserve

the Reserve Committee will initially review the January to March

Fund accounts is like herding cats. It requires getting information

2025 financials and year end projections to determine current

from multiple sources and in some instances extrapolating

cost trends for the ACHOA. The Budget & Finance Committee

a forecast based upon limited information such as future

and the Reserve Committee will also review the five-year actual cost

construction costs and asphalt costs. The ACHOA is subject to

compared to budget reports provided by the Associa accounting

Nevada Revised Statutes 116.3115-116.31152 and the Association

system to recognize anomalies and potential future costs.

governing documents in preparing the 2026 Annual budgets for Operating, Capital and Reserve.

The first drafts of the 2026 Operating, Capital, and Reserve

The Budget process starts in May by both the Budget & Finance

will be conducted by the Budget& Finance Committee and

and Reserve Committees. The Budget & Finance Committee will

Reserve Committee in June and July. The final Five Year Browning

request from the ACHOA’s other advisory committees the needs

Reserve Study will be accepted by the Reserve Committee with a

and wants for the 2026 Operating and Capital Budgets. The

recommendation for Board approval at the August 12th Board

Reserve Committee will work with Browning Reserve Specialists

meeting.

Budgets should be available in mid to late June. Extensive review

for the new five year Reserve study to develop future reserve costs for the repair, replacement, and restoration of major common area components owned by the ACHOA and planned expenditures for

A Budget and Reserve Town Hall meeting will be held in the first two weeks of September to discuss the draft 2026 Operating,

2026 which includes significant road work.

Capital, and Reserve Budgets with the community. Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee and the Reserve Committee

the draft budget. Feedback from the meeting will be input into the

will meet with Associa Community Manger, ACHOA Senior

final draft of the budgets for recommendations for Board approval

Management Staff, Board of Directors, and with each other to

at the November 11, 2025 Board Meeting. The 2026 Operating,

determine community needs and wants to support community

Capital and Reserve Budgets will be ratified by the Association lot

services and amenities. The Budget & Finance Committee and

owners at the Annual Meeting December 9th, 2025.

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in our community By william t. steward, foresight fire consulting

Wildfire Town Hall –Thursday, May 15, 6-7:30 pm at the Residents Center.

RSVP at ARROWCREEK.COM

These past several years have been one record breaking fire season

globe. Human-caused fires comprise the majority of wild land fires,

after another. The amount of devastation and destruction seems

totaling 88% of all wild land fires from 2016-2020. A 2018 report

to be growing not only here in North America, but also around the

by the California State Energy Committee determined electrical power was the third most common cause of wildfires in the state, ahead of arson, lightning, and campfires. Continuing drought throughout the Western States, combined with the proliferation

your home is a big investment protect it

of building communities in high fire areas, creates a recipe for disaster.

My name is Bill Steward and I have been in the fire service for a quarter of a century. I have since retired, focusing now on education and prevention as opposed to fire suppression. The past four years I have been walking the streets of ArrowCreek evaluating over 800 properties. Areas of concern are the following, Defensible Space, home hardening and the effects of insurance coverage.

Matt Callahan 775-826-3270

Ben Franklin so wisely stated “NO one plans to fail; they only FAIL to Plan.” Having a plan is paramount for the professionals

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who protect our homes and community. It is also important for homeowners to provide defensible measures to help firefighters protect and save their most valued life and property.

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ArrowCreek is a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recognized Firewise community. We helped get the community recognized through the help of the Fuels committee, our local Fire

If your insurance has been non-renewed, you've experienced a large rate increase or just want to discuss protecting all that is important to you -

Department, Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue and the Nevada Division of Forestry.

Defensible space is an area around your property from the walls of your home five feet out with no flammable vegetation, this area should be of non-combustible material like rock or pavers.

CALL ME TODAY!

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(vegetation, tree branches overhanging the roof line) reduction and or removal to help mitigate the risk of fire from your home.

Home hardening is doing the same walk around of your property and looking at the home itself. What is the age and condition of the roof? Are there holes in the exterior where embers can enter?

Do the vents on the foundation and in the eaves have spacing that will keep embers from entering? These are a few of the weak links I look for when doing my evaluations. I like to say if the homeowners do a good job with the defense of their home and landscape, our firefighting forces can provide the offense to get these fires out early before they consume a house and lead to multiple properties being lost to a small fire.

Insurers have also become increasingly selective particularly in high wildfire zones. To protect your home and secure the best coverage, it is essential to work with an experienced insurance broker who advocates for you and has access to a wide range of carriers.

All these steps taken together can reduce the chance of wildfires Do not plant heavy vegetation, especially junipers or plants that

impacting the community of ArrowCreek and others living in the

can catch embers and start a small fire that leads to your property

Wildland Urban Interface. Make a plan today to look at your home

burning down. Now is a good time to check your gutters and do a

and surrounding area to educate yourself to mitigate and prevent

360 or walk around your home to see if an ember storm hits the

the fires of tomorrow. Again, I’ll use my friend Ben Franklin to say,

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Although it may feel like a way to protect your property, it can actually do more harm than good. During a wildfire, firefighters rely on strong water pressure to combat the flames. When multiple homes have water running, overall water pressure can drop, making it harder for firefighting teams to access the resources they need.

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Bill (seated) and MLB pitching great Roger Clemens

bill thom, college baseball hall of famer By jj milan In the heart of ArrowCreek, there’s a local legend whose story of

and the business community. From his remarkable achievements

athletic prowess and entrepreneurial success continues to inspire.

on the diamond to his impact as a businessman, Bill has left an

Bill Thom, a standout pitcher at the University of Southern

indelible mark on those fortunate enough to know him.

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numerous ventures, and he quickly made a name for himself in the

A Legendary Career at USC Bill Thom’s journey to greatness began at USC, where he quickly became a standout player. In 1958, Bill made history as the

business community. His work ethic, intelligence, and drive in the boardroom mirrored the fierce competitiveness he displayed on the mound.

first USC player ever to be named the College World Series Most Outstanding Player. He led the Trojans to a National

But even as a successful businessman, Bill never lost his passion

Championship, a triumph that solidified his place in college

for baseball. His fiery competitive nature, combined with his great

baseball lore. His performance was nothing short of spectacular,

heart, made him a beloved figure both in the sports world and in

and his talent on the mound earned him First Team All-American

his community.

honors.

A Well-Deserved Recognition

Bill's accomplishments at USC didn’t end with his collegiate

In February 2025, Bill Thom received one of the greatest honors

accolades. His induction into the USC Hall of Fame in 2001 was

of his career. The NCAA Baseball Association inducted him

a well-deserved recognition of his lasting impact on the program.

into the College Baseball Hall of Fame, alongside MLB legends

His name is forever etched in the history of USC athletics, but Bill’s

such as Roger Clemens, Mike Schmidt and Mark Teixeira. It

legacy extends far beyond the university.

was a momentous occasion for Bill, and a recognition of his outstanding contributions to the sport. To be inducted alongside

A Life Beyond Baseball While Bill Thom’s baseball career was marked by greatness, his story didn’t end when he hung up his cleats. After leaving the

such renowned players is a testament to the impact Bill has had on college baseball and the legacy he leaves behind.

diamond, Bill transitioned into the world of business, where he

Bill and his wife, Dale, have lived in ArrowCreek since 2006 and

found even greater success. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to

can be seen in the Resident’s Center gym several mornings a week.

Say hello if you get a chance!

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july 09 ADRC Meeting, 10am 15 Executive Session/Hearing Meeting 5 - 6pm via Zoom

august 01 ADRC Submittal Deadline for 8/13

SpringCleaning

that helps our community By julee conway

12 Board Meeting - 6pm

Are you finding you cannot easily walk

if you have something not on the list, ask,

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through your garage because you keep

as they may take it. Finally, all of these

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tripping over that used ski equipment, golf

organizations will provide a tax donation

clubs you’ve outgrown, furniture that no

letter, should you want/need it. Happy

longer fits in your home, or the bins of

Cleaning!!

september 01 Labor Day, ASN Office Closed 10 ADRC Meeting, 10am 16 Executive Sess/Hearing Meeting via Zoom 5 - 6pm *The above meeting schedule may be subject to change and may be modified at any time.

calendar key adrC

Christmas/Easter/July 4th/’name holiday Well, with the weather warming, now is the

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

time to help out our community in ways

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decorations that you no longer need?

you never thought of and feel a sense of

Items: Yarn rolls & skeins, knitting and

accomplishment, once done. If you are

crochet supplies

like many people, your first thought is to

Use: For volunteers to make items to

load up your vehicle and take the items

donate to others in need

Architectural Design Review Committee (closed meeting). Held the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Deadline to submit is the 1st Wednesday of each month.

to Goodwill or your other favored non-

aSN Associa Sierra North board meeting Regular meeting of the

non-profits and there are better charities

board of directors. Homeowners welcome.

Owner forum at the beginning of each meeting. Executive Sessions may be held prior to each regular board meeting. Meeting dates may be subject to change.

Executive Session Meeting of the

board of directors to discuss delinquencies, legal issues and CC&R violations. (Closed meeting.)

town hall

Informal gathering with owners and board for open general discussion about items of concern. (No action is taken at meeting.)

profit. What I found is that the odd-ball items I had were not taken by some local that have more use for them. The other criteria is that I didn’t want to pitch these items in the trash to have them end up in the landfill where they would take a

Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation 50 Cowan Dr , Reno, NV 89509 Items: TVs, taxidermy (fur pelts), construction supplies Use: For environmental education, wetland restoration projects

zillion years to decompose or worse yet,

Reno Rodeo Foundation

leach harmful chemicals. So, to help you

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out, I’ve created the following list of the

Items: Western or English horse tack

local charities and the type of items they

(saddles, bridles, lariats, etc.)

will accept. One caveat, the items should

Use: For special events

be slightly used or easily repairable, and

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ArrowCreek interest groups Bridge social Betsy Burgess betsyhburgess@gmail.com

Chefs club Portia Corlin portiacorlin@gmail.com Mary Enright enright5mom@gmail.com

Crafters Mary Steele marysteele6239@att.net

cycling club Jeff Foster jeff-foster@sbcglobal.net

dominoes/mexican train Text Judy Hutchinson 775.560.0955

hand & foot club Ginger Furumoto 775.851.9381

mah jongg Donna Branson renobransons@yahoo.com

MASTERMINDS Jessica Hartwig jessica@livinvision.net

men's tennis Don McConnell dfmcconnell67@gmail.com

University of NevadaJournalism Program

Sky Tavern Junior Ski Program

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Items: Ski gear for all ages, ie, boots, travel

Items: Cameras and photography

cases, ski poles, clothes, goggles

equipment

Habitat for Humanity

Use: Classroom instruction

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Education Alliance of Washoe County

Items: Any building materials, building supplies, tools, shelving units

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Nevada Humane Society

Items: Any special event or holiday

motorcycle

decorations, office chairs, tables, office

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lamps

pickleball Don Unruh emailacpc@gmail.com www.acpc.clubexpress.com

scale models

Use: Provide teachers and aids with no cost supplies for their Washoe County school district classrooms

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skiing

clothing, small occasional tables

Items: Vintage hats, purses and costume Note: Accepted depending upon existing

snow shoeing

and future theatrical production needs

We're looking for a Group Leader!

First Tee of Northern Nevada

wine lovers

(youth/young adult program)

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halters, leashes

Carson Tahoe Behavioral Health Services 89703

Kelly Young keyoung@pacbell.net

women's tennis

Items: Dog, cat, rabbit supplies, beds,

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Terry Brodt terrybrodt@comcast.net

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3550 Barron Ste 10B Reno, NV 89511 Items: All age golf clubs, bags,

Items:National Geographic Magazines, Vogue, or any slightly used magazine collection Use: Used by staff to help patients create vision boards

Sierra Club-Toiyabe Chapter toiyabe.chapter@sierraclub.org Items: Used cars or trucks Notes: Vehicle must be in running order

supplies

Astronomical Society of NV 5705 Range Land Road Reno, NV 89510 Items: Telescopes, tripods, celestial lenses

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MarceHerz a governor designated stem middle school

By Brandon Bringhurst, Principal Marce Herz Middle School We are very proud to say that Marce

give every student the opportunity to

Herz Middle School is now a Governor

practice these STEM principles through

Designated STEM School. What does this

a project of their choosing. In addition,

mean? The Governor’s Office of Science,

we offer multiple STEM-specific classes

Innovation and Technology (OSIT) “is

at MHMS. Every 6th grade student is

charged with identifying and awarding

enrolled in a semester-long course called

recognition to not more than 15 schools

Design and Modeling and then 7th and

in Nevada each year that demonstrate

8th grade students have the opportunity to

exemplary performance in STEM.” This is

take yearlong courses in Robotics or Flight

all in an effort to increase the number of

and Space. We have many students that

students who have access to high-quality

choose to take these courses not just in 7th

STEM opportunities. What is STEM?

grade but take the more advanced level in

STEM stands for Science, Technology,

8th grade as well. STEM opportunities are

Engineering and Math. This has been a

also made available to our students who

focus in education in recent years to better

have special needs through the Practical

prepare students for a future that is rich in

Assessment Exploration System or PAES

these opportunities.

Lab. This lab creates a workplace-like

In order to qualify, schools must complete a rigorous application process. That application is reviewed by a state board and followed up with a school visit by members of that board to see the work in action.

environment for our students with special needs to engage in hands-on, job-related work. Finally, we also highlighted how the STEM principles are applied in our general education classrooms.

Many schools offer STEM-aligned courses

On the Governor’s OSIT website, you

but in order to be a STEM school, the

can see a list of the STEM-designated

principles of STEM must be intertwined

schools across the state. You will note that

throughout the school and available to all

many of them are magnet, academy, or

students. These principles include real-

charter schools. We are very proud to be

world problem-solving, creative design,

a traditional public school that is offering

innovation, and critical thinking.

such high-quality opportunities to our

In our application, we highlighted some of

students.

the key practices that make this a reality at Marce Herz Middle School. Passion Projects are a key feature of MHMS and

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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 into the QuickPass system and need your username and password, please contact Leda at the gatehouse or email her at acsecure@msn.com for this information.

Gatehouse telephone Gatehouse fax

775.850.4450 775.850.4451

Security Gatehouse email acsecure@msn.com www.quickpass.us

security & safety Speed History inside ArrowCreek Security has received inquiries from

correctly. Once dialed in, we were getting

concerned residents regarding speeding

approximately 50+ violations per unit,

inside ArrowCreek. We would like to give

per day.

everyone a progression of speeding activity starting in 2008.

emergency number 911 non-emergency numbers Reno Public Safety Dispatch

775.334.2121

Washoe County Communications Dispatch

775.785.9276

City of Sparks Emergency Services

775.353.2231

Security started issuing citations and forwarding them to the HOA. After the

2008

fines started, the speeding drastically

Rick Reyome started as security director

reduced.

and was using a handheld radar gun to monitor and attempt to curtail speeding.

2021 After eight years, four were beyond repair.

2013

At this point new technology was available

Six radar video units were purchased

and ArrowCreek purchased two state of

from an outfit in Houston Texas. These

the art units.

units were the first of their kind and took many months to get them operating

wildlife issues ArrowCreek is one of many communities located in a “Wilderness Urban Interface” area and, as such, residents may more frequently experience problems with animals, reptiles and insects in or near their homes or property. Residents are 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 ArrowCreek Security

775.850.4450

Washoe County Regional Animal Services Office

775.353.8900

Dispatch

775.322.3647

NV Department

775.688.1331

CONGRATULATIONS

2025

Graduates

The ArrowCreek Homeowners Association 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.

of Wildlife Reno Snake Rescue

775.750.5537

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2022 A mobile radar trailer unit was purchased.

construction workers. The golf course and

communities in the Reno Area and has

This allowed security to move this unit to

non-resident violations are also being

found that the percentage of speeders

the hot spots in the community.

taken care of by Security.

range from 4% to 6%. (These numbers

2025

1,250,000 / 365 = 3424 per day

Jump to present time. The three state of

entering the community.

the art units and our two older models,

30 violations per day = .88% of the total

mentioned above, are now operating

vehicles “and” 4 violations per day = .12%

and they are producing a total of thirty violations per day.

Other Communities

are estimates. They do not have the sophisticated equipment we have.)

ArrowCreek is .12% (this is way less than 1%). Security is working diligently to make it better, but are very proud of the low % we currently have.

Security has contacted other gated

The BOD has budgeted enough to purchase a new mobile radar trailer to be implemented as a designated hot spot unit. The details of this purchase are still in discussion.

Inside the Numbers The ArrowCreek community gets on average 1.2 + million vehicles that enter through the front gate yearly. Between the radar units currently in use, we are getting on average 30 violations per day. Of these thirty, approximately 13 % are residents (4 per day). The remaining 26 (average) are the golf course, guests, vendors, or

records from jan 1 - january 24, 2025 Violations SPEED LIMIT (Resident & Non-Resident) 86 STOP SIGN - DID NOT STOP 18 STOP SIGN - SCHOOL BUS 0 MAINTENANCE OF LOTS 0 LIGHT POLLUTION (Bright Ext Lights) 0 PET BARKING/LOOSE/ETC. 2 RV/BOAT/TRAILER & PARKING 0 TRASH CONTAINER IN PUBLIC VIEW 10 CONSTRUCTION VIOLATIONS (Various) 4 Total of ALL violation records entered 150

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get to 8th grade, you may choose the option of becoming an aid.

marce herz middle school

School will start at 7:30am, and if you do not have a ride to get

By Austin, Marce Herz Middle School Newspaper Club

to school you can take the bus. The buses leave at different times

Becoming an aid lets you help the teacher that you are assigned to.

Marce Herz Middle school has been open for five years. There are three grade levels, 6th, 7th, and 8th. Marce Herz is a public school so anyone can join. Marce Herz middle school has more than 850 students combined. I will tell you a little about what it is like going to Marce Herz.

considering if you live farther or closer to Marce Herz. There are seven periods in one normal day of school. Every day there is a different schedule. On Monday and Friday, you go to all 7 periods.

On Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, you go to periods 1-5, 6-2, and 3-7 respectively. School starts at 7:30am and ends at 2pm on a normal day. On Wednesday there is early release, so school starts at

There are multiple subjects including, Math, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, and a choice between Choir, Band, or Orchestra. When you get to 7th grade, you can choose three

7:30am and ends at 1:15pm. Depending on the day, lunch begins at either 11:09am, 11:18am, or 10:26am. As you can see, keeping your schedule straight in middle school can be hard and frustrating!

electives. Some electives that 7th grade students can chose are

There are 4 quarters in a school year. In every quarter we have one

Robotics, Flight and Space, and Physical Education. When you

Spirit Week. Every day of a Spirit Week, the school provides fun

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themes that students can dress up as. Some include dressing up as a preschooler, as a crayon, and as a superhero. Dressing up can be really fun, but it is not required.

Once every two weeks, students who need help in certain classes will get a chance to do some extra practice with their teachers. Other students can choose to go to the library, the gym, or the Chill Zone.

You can only go to these places if you are current on all your work and have good grades. If you choose to go to the library, you can work on whatever you want. You can play board games, cards, or other activities. If you choose to go to the gym, you play different games. If you choose to go to the Chill Zone, you can read, write, or just relax.

Every quarter, there are two Summative exams in each class which count for sixty percent of your grade. There are also Formative assessments which count for forty percent your grade. Your grades determine if you get to do fun electives like Physical Education and Design and Modeling. If you are not meeting standards in academic classes, you must instead do extra classwork for the subjects you need help in.

All these great things make Marce Herz a very special school in our community. It prepares the students for High School and beyond. It

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Charlie Shalvoy & his wife Linda Graebner visiting Ray and Jeanne Conrad in Sarasota Florida

Harvey & Mary Katz at Iguazu Falls, Argentina

Harvey & Mary Katz at the Pia Glacier, Straits of Magellan, Patagonia, Chile

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David Porter & Julee Conway summit the high point of Thailand at 8,415 with our expert guide Kitty at Doi Inthanon National Park, in Northern Thailand

David Porter & Julee Conway visit Wat Rong Khun-"The White Temple"- a sacred a Buddhist temple in Chaing Rai, Thailand

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Lead withHorses

2025 horses & harmony event By debra wurzel

Please join us for another rockin’ evening at LEAD with Horses’ 5th annual Horses & Harmony fundraising event on Saturday, July 26, 2025. High-energy, local Reno band Decoy will be entertaining, and Reno Tahoe Catering and Pizen & Wine will be providing amazing food and drinks. We will also have live and silent auctions with loads of outstanding items on which to bid.

This is an outdoor event with lawn seating, dinner & drinks. Tables are also available.

The event will be held in South Reno, final location permit pending. Tickets are on sale now. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit us at www. leadwithhorses.org/concert.

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

LEAD with Horses is a 501(c)3 providing equine assisted counseling, education and adaptive riding for people of all ages in Washoe County facing a variety of challenges.

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