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Infrastructure/Landscape Committee
October 3 | 1pm
Architectural Review Committee
October 3 | 1:30pm
Social Events Committee
October 15 | 1pm
Finance Committee
October 17 | 10am
Communications Committee
October 21 | 2pm
Board of Directors Meeting
October 24 | 10am
Pool Advisory Committee
November 5 | 11am
Please check the ourdovemountain.net website calendar for any meeting changes and for the Zoom information.
ARC November Submittal Deadline: October 29, 2024
Del Webb at Dove Mountain Board of Directors
President Mark Gallardo president@ourdovemountain.net
Vice President Linda Yanez vicepresident@ourdovemountain.net
Secretary Mark Martell secretary@ourdovemountain.net
Treasurer Marianne Jones treasurer@ourdovemountain.net
Director at Large Larkin Hohnke director1@ourdovemountain.net
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, NEW NEIGHBORS, NOTABLES (awards, accolades, etc.)
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.)
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Your Vote is Needed
Public Roadway Changes in DWDM Brought to you by DWDMCA Board of Directors
The Arizona legislature passed a law, A.R.S. Section 331818 of the Planned Communities Act in Arizona last year. In a nutshell, the HOA would no longer have any control to regulate public roadways within the community. However, A.R.S. 38-1818, as amended, pertains to Planned Communities whose initial CC&R’s were recorded prior to January 1, 2015 and contains restrictions related to enforcement on public roadways, which does apply to the Del Webb at Dove Mountain Community Association.
Since DWDMCA does fit within the above parameters, it is very important to follow the requirements of this statute and within the dictated timeline. This statute requires the Association to hold a membership vote prior to June 30, 2025 to determine whether the Members wish to have the Association continue to regulate the community’s uses of the public roadways.
If the vote passes, the Association will retain the right to continue to enforce the restrictions as provided in the CC&R’s. Conversely, if the vote fails, the Association will lose its authority to regulate public roadways within the community.
Therefore, DWDMCA is compelled to conduct a vote on whether DWDMCA wants to enforce the current HOA rules of no overnight on street parking or relinquish authority to the Town of Marana. The DWDM streets were designed with no overnight parking in mind, and they simply are not wide enough for cars, RV’s, boats, trailers, etc. to be parked on the street and safely allow emergency vehicles space to navigate through all that congestion when “seconds count.”
Without effective parking restrictions and enforcement, the following will congest the Association roadways as well as potentially negatively impacting quality of life for DWDM residents:
If the vote passes, the Association will retain the right to continue to enforce the restrictions as provided in the CC&R’s. Conversely, if the vote fails, the Association will lose its authority to regulate public roadways within the community.
• Non-operating vehicles
• Unlicensed auto repair
• RVs, campers, trailers
• Storage units
• Boats on trailers
Therefore, DWDMCA is compelled to conduct a vote on whether DWDMCA wants to enforce the current HOA rules of no overnight on street parking or have this enforcement authority default to the Town of Marana. The DWDM streets were designed with no overnight parking in mind, and they simply are not wide enough for cars, RV’s, boats, trailers, etc. to be safely parked on the street. Emergency vehicles will have a difficult time navigating through all that congestion when “seconds count.”
The Del Webb at Dove Mountain Community Association members will be given the opportunity to have their voices heard in early 2025 in conjunction with the Annual Meeting and Board of Directors elections. You are all asked to participate in this voting process to ensure safe passageways exist for emergency vehicles and maintain
The Del Webb at Dove Mountain Community Association members will be given the opportunity to have their voices heard in early 2025 in conjunction with the Annual Meeting and Board of Directors elections. You are all asked to participate in this voting process to ensure safe passageways exist for emergency vehicles and maintain the community aesthetic.
In addition, without effective parking restrictions and enforcement, the following will congest our association roadways negatively impacting quality of life for our residents:
• Boats on trailers
• Contractor supplies left on street
• Non-operating vehicles
• Landscaper materials
• Seldom used vehicles and vehicle trailers
• Trash cans and other debris
• RVs and campers
• Large commercial vehicles such as trucks and semi tractor trailers
• Storage units
• Boats on trailers
The Del Webb at Dove Mountain Community Association members will be given the opportunity to have their voices heard in early 2025 in conjunction with the Annual Meeting and Board of Directors elections. You are all asked to participate in this voting process to ensure safe passageways exist for emergency vehicles and maintain the community aesthetic.
• Vehicle hoarding
• Unlicensed auto repair
• Large commercial vehicles such as trucks and semi tractor trailers
Without effective parking restrictions and enforcement, the following will congest our association roadways negatively impacting quality of life for our residents:
• Non-operating vehicles
• Seldom used vehicles and vehicle trailers
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$24pp until October 23
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Wednesday, October 9
7am to Noon
Saguaro Center - Acacia East
Please do not forget your insurance card(s) and personal identification.
First come, first serve. Reservations are not necessary.
SAVE the DATE
Musical entertainment by Chuck Moses
Ticket sales open on November 4 for purchase. Tickets are in-person only, in order to settle table choice and food selection. More information will be available soon!
Food selections and seating discussed directly with the Highlands will not be honored.
October Fitness Schedule
CdoTennis Rod
8a CdoTennis Rod
8a MellowFlo Mika
9:10a Circuit Shannon
10:30a AquaFit Leonor
11a Ess Celeste
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
8a MellowFlo Mika
9:10a Circuit Shannon
10:30a AquaFit Leonor
11a Baton wk1 Julia 11a Ess Celeste
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
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8a CdoTennis Rod
8:30a Active&Move
Julia
2p IntroStrgthTraing
Julia
8a CdoTennis Rod
8:30a Active&Move
Julia
2p IntroStrgthTraing
Julia
9a M&M Julia 10am Zumba Kate 10:30a AquaFit
Leonor
11a Ener-Ji Celeste Happy Hour 4-7pm
9a M&M Julia 10am Zumba Kate 10:30a AquaFit
Leonor
11a Ener-Ji Celeste Shot Clinic Happy Hour 4-7pm
8a CdoTennis Rod
8:30a Active&Move
Julia 2p wk 1
IntroStrgthTraing wk1 Julia
9a M&M Julia 10am Zumba Kate 10:30a AquaFit Leonor
11a Ener-Ji Celeste Happy Hour
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8a CdoTennis Rod
8a MellowFlo Mika
9:10a Circuit Shannon
10:30a AquaFit Leonor
11a Baton wk2 Julia
11a Ess Celeste
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
8a CdoTennis Rod
8:30a Active&Move
Julia
2p IntroStrgthTraing wk2 Julia
9a M&M Julia 10am Zumba Kate 10:30a AquaFit
Leonor
11a Ener-Ji Celeste
8a CdoTennis Rod 9:15a B Fusion Celeste
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
2p IntroStrgthTraing
Julia
8a CdoTennis Rod 9:15a B Fusion Celeste 12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
2p IntroStrgthTraing
8a CdoTennis Rod 9:15a B Fusion Celeste 12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia 2p IntroStrgthTraing Julia
8a CdoTennis Rod 9:15a B Fusion Celeste
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia2p IntroStrgthTraing Julia
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8a CdoTennis Rod
8a MellowFlo Mika
9:10a Circuit Shannon
10:30a AquaFit Leonor
11a Baton wk3 Julia
11a Ess Celeste
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
Art & Crafts Fair November 9, 9 – 2pm
Veterans Celebration November 11, 11am
Special Guest Speaker
8a CdoTennis Rod
8:30a Active&Move
Julia
2p IntroStrgthTraing wk3 Julia
9a M&M Julia 10am Zumba Kate 10:30a AquaFit Leonor
11a Ener-Ji Celeste Happy Hour 4-7pm
8a CdoTennis Rod 9:15a B Fusion Celeste
12:15p StrgthCrct Julia2p IntroStrgthTraing Julia
Mark Your Calendars in November & Beyond:
Thanksgiving Dinner November 23 | 1pm
Winter Festival December 7 | 1pm
Holiday Dinner & Dance December 14 | 6pm With Chuck Moses
New Years Eve Party December 31 | 7pm
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Reminder of the Procedure for Lap Lane Use
A system of placing a magnet on a board by the lap lanes has been developed to indicate that a pool user is waiting for a lane, or using a lane. The magnets indicate a queue waiting for lane use, and your position in the queue If you do not already have a magnet, get can one from the Welcome Desk at the Saguaro Center and write your name on it. When you want to swim laps or do some other type of deepwater exercise, simply place the magnet on the left side of the board to indicate you are waiting for a lane, or to indicate that you are getting into a lane. If there are no others magnets in place, then a lane is available.
You may use the lane for up to 30 minutes There is a clock by the magnetic board to help you track time, or, if you have an activity tracker, remember to set it. Please adhere to the 30-minute usage time, as there are a number of folks who like to use the lanes, but may not speak up and there are only 2 lanes. Please remember to also move your magnet to the right side of the board when you are finished in the lap lane.
Courtside Tips
By Rod Dunnett, USPTA, Elite Professional
Follow Through is Essential Hit Through the Ball
During a tennis match, hitting through the ball is essential on the backhand. Too many tennis players, particularly when they are under pressure, pull up or across the ball. To be sure you hit through the backhand, extend your knuckles on your racquet hand as far forward as possible, pointing to the desired location of your shot, and pass your opponent with a knuckle sandwich.
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of resident volunteers provides practical support to community members in unanticipated or temporary times of need. Give us a call to learn more.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Have you heard the news? You need to have a strong core.
What does that really mean? Maybe the first thing you thought about was “six pack abs” or all the crunches and sit ups you haven’t been doing. Let’s clear that up and talk about what the core really is, why it’s so important, and how you can strengthen it - no sit-ups required!
The core is a group of muscles that stabilize and support the spine, pelvis, and entire body. Having a strong core helps with balance, mobility, and doing daily tasks with ease, which becomes even more essential as we age.
You might be surprised to learn how many muscles are included in the core:
• Rectus Abdominis (your “six pack” muscles)
• Transverse Abdominis (the body’s natural corset)
• Internal and External Obliques (for twisting and bending)
• Erector Spinae and Multifidus (back muscles that stabilize the spine)
• Pelvic Floor Muscles (support for the pelvis and organs)
• Diaphragm and Intercostal Muscles (important for breathing and core stability)
• Hip muscles (glutes and hip flexors for movement)
• Latissimus Dorsi (lats for upper body strength and core support)
Each of these muscles has a role - whether in keeping your balance, maintaining good posture, or ensuring you can walk, sit, stand and lift with confidence.
How do you train these muscles safely?
• Start slow: Begin with a few repetitions and gradually increase as you get stronger.
• Focus on form: Correct posture is key. Exercises like sit-ups may not be the best, so consult a professional for updated techniques.
• Listen to your body: If something hurts, stop immediately and get advice from a healthcare professional.
• Stay consistent: Regular practice is the best way to build a strong core over time. Here are a few safe and effective core-strengthening exercises to try.
1. Core Bracing
Sit on the front edge of a chair with tall posture and feet flat on the floor. Without moving your torso, draw your belly button toward your spine, and tighten your abdominal muscles. Imagine someone might punch you in the stomach, and you’re bracing for itthis is core bracing!
2. Marches
Below are a few safe and effective core-strengthening exercises to try.
Core Bracing
Sit on the front edge of a chair with tall posture and feet flat on the floor. Without moving your torso, draw your belly button toward your spine, and tighten your abdominal muscles. Imagine someone might punch you in the stomach, and you’re bracing for it - this is core bracing!
Marches
Stand tall next to a countertop or high back chair to use for stability. Slowly lift one knee toward your chest, lower it back down, then lift the other knee. Continue alternating legs in a controlled manner. Focus on bracing your core by tightening the muscles in your abdomen without pulling your chest down toward the lifting leg.
Pelvic Tilts
Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Gently tighten your abs to press your lower back into the floor. Hold for a few seconds, then relax. This strengthens your lower abdominal muscles and supports the lower back.
Incorporating these exercises into a weekly routine can help build core strength. Once you’re comfortable with these, consider reaching out to a certified trainer for more advanced exercises tailored to your needs.
A strong core is more than just aesthetics - it’s the foundation for stability, balance, and independence. To learn more about incorporating core-specific exercises into your daily routine, contact a qualified professional like Julia Darrah, NETA CPT, or any other certified expert and get to the core of your health!
Julia Darrah, NETA CPT Active Aging Specialist
Stand tall next to a countertop or high back chair to use for stability. Slowly lift one knee toward
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Invasive Species Presentation
Oct 29, 3-4pm in the Saguaro Center
The Infrastructure and Landscape Committee and the Landscape Strategic Plan (LSP) Team warmly welcomes you to join an educational lecture at the Saguaro Center with Ben Tully, Invasive Species Outreach Coordinator, from the Pima County Cooperative Extension Office.
Invasive Species Program Mission: Invasive species are an ever-growing problem all over the world, and Southern Arizona is no exception. Whether these weeds and pests were brought here intentionally or unintentionally, they need to be reckoned with if we want to protect our spectacular piece of the Sonoran Desert. Our mission is to get the public to understand the scope of this problem, and find ways to be a part of the solution.
Ben will be sharing information about invasive species as a part of the Pima County Cooperative Extension’s efforts to educate the community This may help you identify potential invasives in your yard, will give you information about getting involved in the removal of invasive plants and understand the concerns about such species.
Steve Willer – Swim Champion
This past June DWDM resident, Steve Willer participated in the 2024 United States Masters Swimming Spring National Championships held at Indiana University, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Over 2200 swimmers attended the swim meet from around the country.
Steve swam in the men's 70-74 bracket and placed as follows:
50 yd Butterfly event placing 6th out of 15 swimmers
100 yd Butterfly event placing 9th out of 14 swimmers
50 yd Freestyle event placing 13th out of 28 swimmers
100 yd Freestyle event placing 15th out of 28 swimmers
Congratulations Steve!
Drop off all donations at the Saguaro Center in the black and yellow bin labeled for the Women’s Clothing Drive
Blessingdales Boutique, at 3725 W Ina Suite 100, is a nonprofit consignment store with all proceeds going to Springboard home for girls at risk.
Photo courtesy of Pima County Cooperative website
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Hunger Walk 2024
The 2024 Hunger Walk was on Saturday, September 14. The 21 members of “DWDM Walkers” raised $2,370, and took fourth place as a team in the Tucson area. Overall, $82,000 was raised for the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.
PERSONAL CARE ITEM COLLECTION
The DWDM family is collecting personal care toiletry/hygiene items that will be shared with local charities. When traveling, pick up those travel size soaps, lotions, shampoos and more during your hotel stays. (New or unopened items only.)
These essential care items are greatly appreciated and will then be distributed to those in need here in Tucson, Sister Jose’s Homeless Shelter and the Poverello House (a men’s homeless shelter).
At the next dentist appointment, grab that toothbrush and toothpaste and donate those as well!
While at the store, see items on BOGO Sale and grab extra!
Thank you for your support. Barb Larkin at belarkin@msn.com
Empty Rx Pill Bottles are needed by the Primavera Foundation to be re-purposed for personal hygiene kits to the homeless and other vulnerable residents of Pima County.
Empty bottles are then filled with personal essentials such as:
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Hand & body lotion
• Liquid soap
Please bring your empty Rx pill bottles WITH THE LABELS OFF and drop in the plastic bin at the Saguaro Center.
Please note they can only use Rx bottles. Please NO Vitamin-Type Bottles.
To learn more about this community effort, contact Mary Kroll at: makroll@att.net
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Silent Charity Auction
September 26
$2000 was raised for Marana School District Holiday Share Program
ILC at Work
You may have noticed the large shade umbrellas have large tears ever since the strong storms destroyed them over the summer.
Shade Industries has been working on a prototype under the supervision of ILC to replace all four of the shade umbrellas. As you can see in the photo, one has been completed. The other three are now in production. All four shade umbrellas will be complete by the middle of October.
Tucson Water’s Dove Mountain water distribution system is a bit complex but basically water is pumped up Dove Mountain Blvd through a series of pump stations to water storage reservoirs at the high elevation (one is located near the Ritz Carlton). Water then flows from these reservoirs via gravity in pipelines down the other side of Dove Mountain Blvd (west) towards DWDM.
Some residents in the community have been experiencing water pressure issues recently. There are pumps and special valves that control the water pressure for Dove Mountain. Multiple pressure valves were found by Tucson Water to be not working properly and had to be maintained or replaced. Tucson Water has made what they feel are the corrective actions, and the community should see much-improved water pressure in homes because of their efforts.
Some residents in the community have been experiencing water pressure issues recently. There are pumps and special valves that control the water pressure for Dove Mountain. Multiple pressure valves were found by Tucson water to be not working properly and had to maintained or replaced. Tucson Water has made what they feel are the corrective actions and the community should see muchimproved water
pressure in homes because of their efforts.
Sha-Na-Na’s Bowzer (Jon Bauman) at the CRA presentation
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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:
Linda Corsey Community Manager
Liaison to the Board of Directors, Communications, Finance, Infrastructure Landscape, Election and Architecture Review Committees. Common area and landscaping issues, questions regarding association budget and monthly financial reporting, operational procedures, resales, liquor license compliance, website updates and e-blast communications and employment opportunities.
lcorsey@associatedasset.com 520-485-0200
Barb Truman Lifestyle Director
Liaison to the Communications, Pool Advisory and Social Event Committees. Staffing, Alcohol Manager, rental and room reservations, interest groups, lifestyle events, happy hours and notary services. Sponsor advertising, community newsletter, e-blasts, website and reservation system updates Also, fitness program, personal training and fitness facility oversight.
btruman@associatedasset.com 520-485-0202
Randall Shaner Maintenance Technician
Facility management and building logistics, janitorial concerns, general repair, supply Inventory maintenance of the Saguaro Center, pool, spa, sports courts and entrance water feature. Also, assists Community Manager with bid procurement and maintenance/repair supervision. rshaner@associatedasset.com
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
Cyd, Jim, Kathleen, Lloydene, Mich, Pat, Tika, Wendy Welcome Desk Staff