Pool Advisory Committee
September 5 | 11am
Infrastructure/Landscape Committee
September 7 & 21 | 2pm
Communications Committee
September 18 | 12pm
Finance Committee
September 19 | 10am
Social Events Committee
September 19 | 1pm
Architectural Review Committee
September 19 | 1:30pm
Board of Directors Meeting
September 28 | 10am
ARC October Submittal Deadline September 22, 2023
We welcome DWDM resident submissions, such as the suggested items below, as well as other articles or photos. Please send your digital submissions by the 15th of the month prior to publication to: btruman@associatedasset.com
MARRIAGES, ANNIVERSARIES, RETIREMENTS and BIRTHDAYS: Accepted from family members with a limit of 30 words.
NEW NEIGHBORS: Accepted from new neighbors with a limit of 30 words.
NOTABLES (awards, accolades, etc.): Accepted from family members with a limit of 40 words.
DEATH NOTICES: Death notices should be less than 60 words and can include a link to where the full obituary resides (funeral home, Legacy.com, etc.)
President Mark Johnson president@ourdovemountain.net
Vice-President Roy Hill vicepresident@ourdovemountain.net
Secretary Mark Martell secretary@ourdovemountain.net
Treasurer Steve Erchul treasurer@ourdovemountain.net
Director at Large Terry Carrilio director1@ourdovemountain.net
If interested in purchasing advertising with the DWDM News, contact the Lifestyle Director for the advertising terms and current pricing at least 30 days in advance of publication. The inclusion of an advertiser in this newsletter does not constitute any endorsement by Del Webb at Dove Mountain Community Association. The Association does not verify any information contained herein.
The lease for our Fitness Center cardio equipment expires in February of 2024. Consequently, Barb Truman, Lifestyle Director invited 6 DWDM residents to participate in a focus group tasked with developing purchase and lease recommendations for approval and inclusion in our 2024 budget.
The group members are Adrienne Quinn, Barbara Truman, Dave Moilanen, Deborah Curran, Julia Darrah, Kathy Weaver and Lloyd Kirsch.
If you're wondering what's included in the cardio equipment, it's the ellipticals, treadmills, bikes, adaptive motion trainer (AMT), rower and the recumbent stepper (SciFit). Other than the spin bike, all of this equipment is currently leased.
Objectives for the Focus Group:
• Develop and execute a community-wide survey with the help of our ComCom committee member, Kim Dwyer.
• Update our community on group tasks and progress through articles like this one, in our monthly newsletter.
• Review usage data for our current equipment and existing lease and maintenance contracts.
• Interview a targeted list of possible vendors to solicit input on our options, including machine types, lease vs. purchase considerations, and their customer support services.
• Based on the interviews and the survey results, develop an equipment list and obtain proposals from selected vendors.
• Timing considerations:
o The survey link will be distributed to the community after Labor Day with your completion requested within 5 days. (It will only take a few minutes to complete.)
o Recommendations from the Focus Group are due to the Finance Committee and Board for inclusion in our 2024 budget.
Wondering what you can do to help?
• Look for the survey in your inbox shortly and complete promptly. It's designed to collect your input whether you use the gym or not.
• If you aren't currently using our gym let us know why. This is your chance to express your wishes and needs.
• If you have ideas about the type of equipment you'd like to see in the gym or any issues you've experienced, the survey is designed to collect this information as well.
Need help on low volleys? Bend Like a Skateboarder
At the net, do you hit weak pop-up volleys when the ball comes low to your feet? If so, you’re probably bending only at the waist to reach the ball. That type of stiff bending doesn’t allow you to move or react quickly enough to return lowballs. As a result, you drop the racket head and hit a weak, off-balance, pop-up volley instead of a solid, penetrating one.
Anyone who is into skateboarding knows that the way to stay balanced is to keep the body's center of gravity low by bending at the knees and the waist. Use this technique when you hit low volleys in tennis.
Bend at the knees and waist and keep your racket head level with your hand. Your volleys and overall net game will go on a roll!
Compliance Corner
Article submission by Andrea Broadhead, Compliance Coordinator
Are Your Agave Cati Looking Like This?
If you have noticed changes in your agave, it may not just be heat related. Many homeowners have reported the loss of their cacti due to either improper irrigation or insect infestation. Some of the most common insect infestations include snout weevils, mealybugs and scale insects. If your agave is looking a little droopy, you may want to look for these common issues for an attempt at revival. If caught early enough the plant will have the best chance at survival.
Complete Landscaping going the extra mile by removing a rattlesnake found at the Saguaro Center front entrance.
When it rains, creatures come out of their hiding spots
Welcome Staff testing the emergency call button outside at the pool
Randall teaching the Welcome Staff how to work the pool access lift.
There is a new art installation at the Saguaro Center! Come in and check out all the new artwork created by talented residents.
After a very successful Art & Crafts Fair last year with over 400 visitors, we're excited to announce our planning for the 2023 Fair!
This year we have moved the event to Sunday, Nov. 12. We don't want to interfere with the Veteran's Day activities on the Saturday before. The hours will remain the same 9:30am-2:00pm.
Due to the limitations we found in providing equitable areas for everyone last year, we will also use the aerobics room in the Saguaro Center this year. We have 32 booth/table locations.
Diane Seltzer has done an excellent job of measuring and mapping out the booth spaces and assigning locations and tables. We considered everyone who participated last year, along with anyone who has currently contacted us. We still have 7 spaces available.
Contact Diane Seltzer, deseltzer@gmail.com with your requests and questions.
During September and October, the Gallery Wall in the Saguaro Center will feature Art & Crafts Fair participants.
If you are interested in the Gallery Wall Display schedule, click here.
If you are interested in participating in a future display, contact Kathy Weaver, abqkathy@catsiii.com.
Del Webb at Dove Mountain Community Association
Saguaro Center Hours: 6am to 7:30pm Monday – Friday | 7am to 5pm Saturday & Sunday
Managed By: Associated Asset Management, LLC
Billing Questions: (866) 516-7424 | Monday- Friday | 8:30am - 5pm
Our DWDM Management Team
As you can imagine, it takes a team effort to manage the day-to-day operations at DWDM. Here is a brief description of our management team members’ responsibilities so you know who to contact with any questions or concerns:
Liaison to Board of Directors, Finance, Infrastructure Landscape, Election and Communication Committees. Common area and landscaping issues, questions regarding association budget and monthly financial reporting, operational procedures, liquor license compliance, website updates and e-blast communications and employment opportunities.
karen.matthews@associatedasset.com
520-485-0200
Liaison to Infrastructure Landscape Committee, building logistics, janitorial concerns, general repair, supply inventory and maintenance of the Saguaro Center, pool, spa, sports courts and water feature. Also, assists Community Manager with bid procurement and maintenance/repair supervision.
rshaner@associatedasset.com
Liaison to Communications, Pool Advisory and Social Event Committees. Staffing, rental and room reservations, interest groups, lifestyle events, happy hours and notary services. Sponsor advertising, community newsletter, e-blasts, website and reservation system development. Also, fitness program, personal training and fitness facility oversight.
btruman@associatedasset.com
520-485-0202
Liaison to Architectural Review Committee. Architectural submittals, Design Guidelines, governing document questions, CC&Rs enforcement and compliance concerns, age verification.
abroadhead@associatedasset.com
520-485-3332
Cyd, Jim, Kathleen, Lloydene, Mich, Pat, Tika, Wendy
Resident check-in, guest reservations, new homeowner orientation, transaction reporting, event assistance, bartending, website concerns, sales and building monitors. They also assist with questions for management.
520-485-0201
AAM After Hours for Common Area Emergencies
866-553-8290
Saguaro Center Hours: 6am to 7:30pm Monday – Friday | 7am to 5pm Saturday & Sunday
