Dove Mountain News
Infrastructure/Landscape Committee
August 4 & 21 | 1pm
Architectural Review Committee
August 5 | 10am
Strategic Planning Committee
August 6 & 20 | 3pm
Arbitration Meeting
August 7 | 3pm
Communications Committee
August 18 | 2pm
Social Events Committee
August 19 | 1pm
Finance Committee
August 20 | 1pm
Board of Directors Meeting
August 28 | 10am
Please check the ourdovemountain.net website any meeting changes and for the Zoom information.
ARC September Submittal Deadline: August 29, 2025
Board of Directors Meeting Review
If you were unable to attend the monthly Board Meeting, just click below on the underlined links to review in the format that is easiest for you. You will need to log in to the website as a resident to review.
Video Link – this is the complete recording of the Board Meeting that includes everything that was spoken from the Board of Directors, Management and anyone in the room.
Meeting Minutes – the official report of the prior monthly meeting for the Board of Directors and actions taken.
Finance Report – the monthly finances of the Del Webb at Dove Mountain Community Association.
Board of Directors
President Mark Gallardo president@ourdovemountain.net
Arbitration Committee & Strategic Planning Committee Liaison
Vice President Linda Yanez vicepresident@ourdovemountain.net
ourdovemountain.net
Communications Committee & Infrastructure/Landscape Committee Liaison
Secretary Travis Testerman secretary@ourdovemountain.net
Social Events Committee Liaison
Treasurer Marianne Jones treasurer@ourdovemountain.net
Finance Committee Liaison
Director at Large Larkin Hohnke director1@ourdovemountain.net
Architectural Review Committee Liaison
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.)
If interested in purchasing advertising with the DWDM News, contact the Lifestyle Director at btruman@associatedasset.com 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.
Dove Mountain News
2026 Budget Preparation Season
Finance Committee submission
Yes, it is once again budget preparation time for the year! DWDMCA is providing the timeline, so residents are aware of the budget process.
Budget Preparation Roles, Key Milestones & How You can be Involved
Roles: The Associated Asset Management (AAM, LLC) Accountant and the Community Manager draft and finalize the 2026 budget. The Finance Committee (FC) consults with and makes recommendations to these AAM partners and presents the recommended budget to the Board of Directors (BOD) for discussion and then approval. The BOD approves the budget as recommended or requires changes before approval. Your role, if interested, would be to attend FC meetings and Board meetings.
Process: The anticipated key milestones are outlined in the table below. Hopefully, by transparently sharing the process timeline, the community is aware of opportunities to learn more, contribute questions and or comments after the main agenda discussion in a FC meeting and review published minutes.
Finance Committee (FC)
meetings are open to all Residents.
The Finance Committee meets monthly, and you may attend in-person or via Zoom. The upcoming meetings are:
7/16/25 at 1pm 8/20/25 at 1pm 9/17/25 at 1pm 10/20/25 at 1pm
Please check the website calendar to confirm the date, time and obtain zoom information.
To Learn More:
FYI, the Finance Committee is still in need of an additional Committeemembers, click here if you have an interest and to fill out the e-form. This is an excellent way for you to not only listen but to contribute in a big way!
All Finance Committee meeting minutes are saved on the ourdovemountain.net website. Login, then navigate to Committees > Finance Committee and search by meeting date.
Review the 2025 Budget and the July financials as they are starting places for the 2026 budget. To locate the 2025 Budget click here. To view the monthly financials, they can be located by navigating to the Board of Directors > Monthly Financials, or click here
At the monthly Board of Directors meetings, the DWDMCA Treasurer will communicate updates on the budget preparation progress.
Dove Mountain News
Dark Night Sky Lighting
Architectural Review Committee submission
As discussed in the June BOD meeting, the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) is working to educate DWDMCA Homeowners on the importance of the lighting specifications in the Design Guidelines, how they impact our community and southern Arizona. The following article includes illustrations to help Homeowners learn about and evaluate their current lighting as it relates to Dark Night Sky lighting. Several reference links are provided for those interested in learning more.
Did You Know
:
The state of Arizona law (§§49-1101 et seq) requires all outdoor light fixtures to be fully or partially shielded (with some exceptions for activities and applications)?
That the Pima-Tucson County Outdoor Lighting Code Committee (OLCC) meets regularly to consider how to reduce the effects of “sky glow” caused by excessive and unshielded lighting?
That the Town of Marana Outdoor Lighting Code (Ord #2021.007) requires shielding for all outdoor lights and limits “light trespass” on neighboring properties?
That the DWDM Design Guidelines conform to Arizona law, the Outdoor Lighting Codes for Pima County and Outdoor Lighting Codes for the Town of Marana?
Why are the lighting codes so importantthat the state of Arizona, Pima County and the Town or Marana feel it important to specifically address the issue of the Dark Night Sky in their codes? Section 101.3 of the Town or Marana code does an excellent job answering this question.
101.3 Purpose and intent. The purpose of this code is to preserve the relationship of the residents of the Town of Marana to their unique desert environment through protection of access to the dark night sky. Intended outcomes include continuing support of astronomical activity and minimizing wasted energy, while not compromising the safety, security and well-being of persons engaged in outdoor nighttime activities. It is the intent of this code to control the obtrusive aspects of excessive and careless outdoor lighting usage while
excessive and careless outdoor lighting usage while preserving, protecting and enhancing the lawful nighttime use and enjoyment of any and all property. It is recognized that portions of properties may be required to be unlit, covered, or have reduced lighting levels in order to allow enough lumens in the lighted areas to achieve light levels in accordance with nationally recognized recommended practices.
What criteria are required for outdoor lighting in DWDMCA Design Guidelines that support the Dark Night Sky?
The Design Guidelines require:
All outdoor light fixtures (landscaping, coach lights, and other outdoor lighting) must be shielded. Shielded means the light source (bulb) cannot be visible from the street or neighboring properties.
Light from the fixture must be directed downward with little to no sideways or upward distribution of the light. In other words, the light is directed only where it is needed and light trespass that contributes to “sky glow” is minimized.
The preferred light temperature color is 2700 degrees Kelvin, commonly referred to as “warm” or “soft white” and gives off a soft yellow light. The maximum light temperature color is 3000 degrees Kelvin that provides a somewhat whiter light with minimal penetration into the surrounding area.
These requirements minimize unwanted light that impacts surrounding properties and contributes to “sky glow.”
How do shielded lights impact the night sky? On the following page is a representation of how shielded and unshielded lights impact the Dark Night Sky, taken from the DarkSky.org website. This website is an excellent resource for those who want more information on the causes of “sky glow” and how to avoid it. Notice how progressively more of the night sky is visible as you move from unshielded to shielded light fixtures.
Continued on next page
Dove Mountain News
What are some examples that demonstrate the difference between shielded and unshielded lights?
Shielded Unshielded
Shielded Unshielded
HEALTH & WELLNESS
How to Stay Consistent When Motivation Wanes
You’ve made fitness a part of your life - or you're working on it - and you know how good it feels to stay active. But let’s be honest: some days, getting up and moving feels like a challenge. Whether it’s fatigue, bad weather, travel, or just a case of the “I-don’t-want-to’s,” motivation comes and goes for everyone. Here’s the good news: staying consistent with your health and fitness routine isn’t about being motivated every day. It’s about building habits and having simple strategies that help you keep going - even on the hard days.
Redefining Consistency
Let’s start by reframing the idea of consistency. It doesn’t mean working out every single day or never missing a session. Consistency means you keep showing up for yourself over time. A missed day (or even a missed week) doesn’t undo your progress—it’s what you do after that counts.
Even as a fitness professional, I lose motivation sometimes too. Life happens, energy dips and some days the couch just wins. But what matters most is getting back to it—even if it’s just a little. Think of consistency like brushing your teeth. You don’t need to do it perfectly every time but doing it most days keeps your health on track.
7 Simple Strategies to Stay Consistent
1.
Create a Routine, Not a Rigid Schedule
Instead of locking yourself into a specific time, link your movement to something you already do daily. For example, you might walk right after breakfast or stretch while watching the evening news. This makes the habit automatic, not something you have to “find time for.”
Julia Darrah, NETA CPT Active Aging Specialist
2. Embrace “Minimum Effort” Days
Some days you just won’t feel up for a full workoutand that’s okay. On those days, commit to just 5–10 minutes. A short walk, a few stretches, or a quick strength circuit is enough to keep the habit alive. Often, starting small leads to doing more.
3. Focus on Meaningful Goals
Forget vague goals like “get fit.” Instead, think about what matters most to you. Do you want to travel comfortably, garden without pain, or keep up with the grandkids? Tying your exercise to something personally important makes it easier to stay motivated.
4. Track Your Progress
Use a calendar, journal, or even a simple checklist to mark your movement days. Seeing your progress build up - even in small ways - reinforces the habit and helps you feel accomplished.
5. Stay Connected
Group fitness classes, walking buddies, or working with a trainer add a layer of accountability and fun. Being part of a supportive community makes it easier to stay on track - and gives you people to laugh with when motivation dips.
6. Mix Things Up
Doing the same routine over and over can get boring. Try a new activity: dancing, tai chi, swimming, resistance bands, or pickleball. New challenges keep your brain and body engaged - and help you stay excited about moving.
7. Practice Self-Compassion
You’re human. Life happens. If you miss a workout or fall out of your routine for a bit, don’t beat yourself up. Just take the next step forward. Long-term consistency is built on patience, not perfection.
The Bottom Line
Motivation is like the weather - it changes. But habits, routines, and a strong why can carry you through those ups and downs. The most important thing is to keep showing up for yourself, one day at a time.
You've worked hard to get where you are. Staying active means staying independent, capable, and confident. So when motivation fades, remember you don’t have to be perfect – just keep moving.
Dove Mountain News
. Courtside Tips
By Rod Dunnett, USPTA Elite Professional
How to Return Serve – Mindset
When facing a first serve you are defensive by nature.
The opposite is true facing a second serve.
“That switch flips,” says O’Shannessy.
“You are aggressive by nature against second serves.
“You are stepping inside the baseline to make contact.
“Your number one primary target is deep down the middle.”
How to Return Serve – Technique
While you want to be aggressive when returning, you still want to keep things simple.
Use what you have to your advantage, namely your body weight.
“Attack with the feet by stepping in,” explains O’Shannessy.
Three-time Slam champion Andy Murray excels in this regard.
In keeping things simple, shorten your backswing.
“Don’t go too big with the racket,” O’Shannessy adds.
“Again it’s not going to work so much like a groundstroke backswing, it’s going to work like an abbreviated backswing.”
Wild animals in the community, shared by a resident.
To read more about Henry’s life, please click here.
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!
The white collection container is behind the bar/counter inside the Saguaro Center.
Thank you for your support. Barb Larkin at belarkin@msn.com
Henry, aka “Ho” a resident of the community, passed away at his home in Marana, Arizona.
Dove Mountain News
August Events & Fitness Schedule
7:30a
Cardio
Tennis Rod Shannon
11a Essentrics
Celeste
11a Baton Julia
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
7:30a
Cardio
Tennis Rod
8a MellowFlo Mika
11a Essentrics
Celeste
11a Baton Julia
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
8am Zumba Kate
8a Aqua Aerobics
Laurie
11a Ener-Ji Celeste
Happy Hour hosted by Lauren 4-6p
7:30a Cardio Tennis Rod
8am Zumba Kate
8a Aqua Aerobics
Laurie Liv1ce Breathwork Trip 9a - 3p
10:30a Zumba Leonor
11a Ener-Ji Celeste
8a Aqua Aerobics
Laurie
9:15a Barre Fusion
Celeste
12:15p Strgth Crct
Julia
7:30a Cardio Tennis Rod
8a Aqua Aerobics
Laurie
9:15a Barre Fusion Celeste
11a
Celeste
Celeste
11a Pilates
Celeste
10a Essentrics
Celeste
11a Pilates
Celeste
Blood Drive 17 18 20
8a MellowFlo Mika
Cardio Tennis Rod
11a Essentrics
Celeste
11a Baton Julia
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
7:30a Cardio Tennis Rod
8am Zumba Kate
8a Aqua Aerobics
Laurie
7:30a
Cardio Tennis Rod
7:30a
Cardio Tennis Rod
8a MellowFlo Mika
11a Essentrics
Celeste
11a Baton Julia
12:15p StrgthCrct
Julia
7:30a Cardio Tennis Rod
8am Zumba Kate
8a Aqua Aerobics
Laurie
CPR Class 6p
12:15p Strgth Crct
Julia
Jazz Night 5-7p
10:30a Zumba Leonor
11a Ener-Ji Celeste Happy Hour with Liz Jones 4-6p
7:30a Cardio Tennis Rod
8a Aqua Aerobics
Laurie
9:15a Barre Fusion Celeste
12:15p Strgth Crct
10a Essentrics
Celeste
11a Pilates
Celeste
24/31 25 26 27 28 29 30
10:30a Zumba Leonor
11a Ener-Ji Celeste
7:30a Cardio Tennis Rod
8a Aqua Aerobics
Laurie
9:15a Barre Fusion Celeste
12:15p Strgth Crct
Julia
10a Essentrics
Celeste
11a Pilates
Celeste
Labor Day Party 4:30-7:30p
Dove Mountain News
To register, click here. Look for Activity #17900
To register, click here. Look for Activity #17830
Join Liz, Pampered Chef Consultant for Happy Hour August 20 | 4 - 6pm and help those affected in the Texas Hill Country floods.
DWDM Blood Drive
August 15 | Acacia Room | 9am-2pm
Give blood August 1-28 and receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice!* Plus, successful August donations will get free A1C testing. Terms and additional details can be found at: RedCrossBlood.org/Test
Click here to schedule your donation on August 15th!
Liz will provide appetizers and have a sampling of popular products that save time and make meal preparation more fun! Double donations on all orders with Pampered Chef from August 1-31.
To donate directly to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country: https://communityfoundation.net
https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/texashillcountryfund
Dove Mountain News
Dove Mountain News
AAM All Access is a free all user-friendly app created for AAM homeowners and Board members.
Whether you need to make a payment, review an architectural request, or refer to important association documents, AAM All Access makes it easy and convenient.
Dove Mountain News
Del Webb at Dove Mountain Community Association
Managed By: Associated Asset Management, LLC
Billing Questions: (800) 354-0257 | Monday- Friday | 8:30am - 5pm
DWDM Management Team
As you can imagine, it takes a team effort to manage the day-to-day operations at DWDMCA. 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, Communication, Finance, Infrastructure Landscape, Election and Architecture Review Committees. Alcohol Manager, 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
Marquita Greene
Administrative Assistant
Liaison to Architectural Review Committee. Works closely with the Community Manager, providing customer service support to homeowners, compliance, website and document review, architectural submittals and Design Guidelines.
marquita.greene@associatedasset.com 520-485-3332
Barb Truman Lifestyle Director
Liaison to the Communication and Social Event Committees. Staffing, Alcohol Manager, rental and room reservations, interest groups, lifestyle events, happy hours and notary services. Sponsor advertising, community newsletter production, weekly event 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
