Grayhawk Flight- May 2024

Stacey Harvey Executive Director sharvey@ccmcnet.com

Ashley Scott Community Manager ascott@ccmcnet.com

Cierra Austin Assistant Community Manager caustin@ccmcnet.com

Jenn Sheets Director of Communications jsheets@ccmcnet.com

Ashlie Adamscheck Lifestyle Director aadamscheck@ccmcnet.com

Nian Quinn Administrative Coordinator nquinn@ccmcnet.com

Richard Dearo Facilities Director rdearo@ccmcnet.com

Chantel Martin Maintenance Assistant

Martha Castaneda Maintenance Assistant

Manager’s Corner

This month I would also like to address community safety throughout Grayhawk. However, I would first like to commend Grayhawk’s patrol staff for the outstanding job they do and for the great service they provide to all of you as homeowners. Grayhawk is a very large community and, due to its size, the patrol staff deals with a wide range of safety concerns – some of these they are able to resolve while others require involvement from outside entities, such as the Scottsdale Police Department, APS, or the City of Scottsdale, for example.

When dealing with safety/security issues, the primary responsibility for the community patrol officer is to observe and report what has occurred, and, if possible, attempt to resolve the problem or situation. This is often not possible because, as I am sure you are aware, Grayhawk’s patrol staff does not perform police duties or functions, and they have been instructed to never put themselves in harm’s way.

However, Grayhawk’s patrol staff have been effective in addressing many, mostly minor, types of issues that occur within our community. If you observe any suspicious activity in your neighborhood or in a common area located in Grayhawk, please report this to the Grayhawk Community Association (GCA) office at 480-563-9708 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) or the on-site patrol staff by calling either the Raptor guardhouse at 480-502-5078 or the Talon guardhouse at 480-502-7685, and a community patrol officer will be dispatched to the area. You are also encouraged to report any mischievous or inappropriate behavior by children or others within the community such as skateboarding, electric bicycle or bicycle riding on the tennis courts; driving a motorized vehicle on the community trail system or in the greenbelts; or defacing neighborhood monument signs, ramadas, or mailbox structures. I mention these examples because these activities have all been reported to the GCA office.

The month of May offers many opportunities for celebration; Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, High School Graduations and Memorial Day. The Grayhawk team encourages each of you to celebrate your traditions, milestones and memories with vigor. We would love to share some of your celebratory photos in a future issue of the Flight. Please share them with Jennifer Sheets at jsheets@ccmcnet.com.

In closing, I hope everyone enjoys the Memorial Day Holiday and respectfully acknowledge all that have served to protect our country and continue to celebrate at every opportunity with enthusiasm.

In closing,

Executive Director, Grayhawk

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BOARD BRIEFS

Grayhawk Master Association Board of Directors Meeting – April

1, 2024

HOMEOWNER FORUM

A homeowner inquired about communication from the Association for immediate issues that arise with neighbors. Ashley Scott explained the community utilizes a few avenues of communication such as The Grayhawk Buzz (eNews), social media and The Grayhawk Flight magazine. She also addressed the concerns of why we do not share sensitive information regarding residents and their property.

ELECTION OF OFFICERS

Motion to elect David Van Omen as President, Paul Alessio as Vice-President, Derek Moore as Treasurer, and Richard Zielinski as Secretary. The motion was second and motion carried.

DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Paul Alessio shared that no date had yet been set for the land auction of the parcel on the northwest corner of Scottsdale Road and Loop 101. The Arizona Coyotes have expressed interest in this land and proposed renderings have been released online.

OPERATIONAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Don Morse presented information from the March 25 Operational Review Committee meeting.

APS experienced a wide-spread power outage in March which impacted large portions of the Retreat, including both guardhouses. During the outage, some barrier arms did not open as they are designed to do during a power failure and the backup generators did not trigger at either guardhouse. The committee is working with ParkPro, regular gate vendor, to prevent these incidents from happening in the future. The Operational Review Committee has begun researching replacement options for the 4 Runner patrol vehicle which has 100k miles. The other 4 Runner was replaced with a Rav 4 Hybrid earlier this year which has resulted in savings in fuel costs. The next replacement vehicle will need to be able to access desert trail when needed as the Rav 4 does not have this capability.

The community patrol is currently down one staff member. A revision to the Barrier Arm Policy was reviewed by legal counsel. A motion was made to recommend approval of the revised Barrier Arm Policy, It will be reviewed by the Retreat Village Association Board of Directors.

Revisions and overview of the Emergency Preparedness Plan were discussed. The current policy is available on the website for all to review.

LANDSCAPE COMMITTEE

Arlene Smith presented the Landscape Committee report. The full committee did not meet in March, however the AdHoc Committee met twice at the new Educational Garden. The AdHoc Committee provided guidance for the placement of plants and benches, and individual garden and plant signs. The committee is very excited for the completion of this community enhancement project.

Substantial rains throughout March have allowed our landscapers to turn off the irrigation systems which is saving the association money on water.

Plant renovations throughout the community continue and the 2024 Spring tree pruning project is currently underway.

The wall stabilizer project in Pinnacle will begin in early April. The board approved curbing and erosion project and Monterey and Montevina Monument turf reductions will take place in May.

COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE

Richard Zielinski reported that the Community Enhancement (CE) committee did not meet.

EVENT PLANNING COMMITTEE

Ashley Scott reported that the committee met on March 25 to discuss past and upcoming events. The Easter Egg Hunt had more than 600 people in attendance where kids collected goodie filled eggs and families were able to have their photos taken with the Easter Bunny while mingling with neighbors.

Upcoming events include Concert in the Park, Family BBQ, Walk and Talk Wednesday, and a New Homeowner Orientation.

Community Manger Ashley Scott introduced our new Lifestyle Director Ashlie Adamscheck.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2024-2025 Grayhawk Community Association

David Van Omen President

Paul Alessio Vice President

Derek Moore Treasurer

Richard Zielinski Secretary

Randy Brown Director

Arlene Smith Director

Don Morse Director

2024-2025 Retreat Village Association

Michael Loya President

Don Morse

Vice President

Richard Fowler Treasurer

Jim Ball Secretary

John Williams Director

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE

Michael Loya reported that the committee’s next meeting is scheduled for April 9. They will be discussing how to get residents to be more engaged with digital communications and how to increase residents updating their contact information with the Association.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE

Paul Alessio reported the trends the committee is seeing from their meetings for March 5 and March 20. At the March 5 meeting, the committee reviewed 14 submittals mostly for driveway modifications, exterior lights and side gate replacements. On March 20 they reviewed 14 submittals mostly pertaining to window and landscape modifications.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

David Van Omen reported that the committee met on March 25 and discussed a neighbor-to-neighbor legal complaint, Officer and Committee Chair appointments and a request from Grayhawk Golf to the Arizona Alliance for Golf which is an organization trying to establish a coalition for positioning, education, and awareness. Further, the Barrier Arm or Gate Damage Policy and questions pertaining to break-ins in the Scottsdale area.

BUDGET/FINANCE COMMITTEE

Derek Moore reported that the committee did not meet.

CONDOMINIUM BOARD PRESIDENTS COMMITTEE

David Van Omen reported the committee did not meet.

NEW BUSINESS

Committee chair assignments were discussed and voted on. Motion to retain the committee chair positions from 2023:

• Architectural Committee – Paul Alessio

• Landscape Commiittee – Arlene Smith

• Budget / Finance Committee – Derek Moore

• Communications Committee – Michael Loya

• Community Enhancement Committee – Richard Zielinski

• Events Planning Committee – Lou Ender

• Operational Review Committee – Don Morse

Motion Seconded, Motion passed.

TREASURER’S REPORT

Derek Moore reported that February financials are very close to budget for the period. There was a surplus in Income based on collection fee revenue which is not a budgeted line item.

Don Morse wanted to take a moment to recognize the hard work, care, and attention Derek Moore and Stacey Harvey pay to maintain the budgets for the community.

MANAGEMENT REPORT

Ashley Scott reported the electronic election voting met quorum within a few days of launching and was well utilized for the 2024 Annual Election this year.

The board approved Monument Lighting Project is

Do Not Feed Wildlife

Animals like bobcats, coyotes and javelina are very active in the Grayhawk community. Grayhawk maintenance staff regularly observe signs of residents or vendors leaving food for wildlife. However, feeding wildlife is a bad practice that can lead to potentially dangerous encounters between animals and humans.

While feeding wildlife might seem like the nice thing to do, it is actually conditioning animals to frequent specific locations and increasing the chance of human-wildlife conflict. In 2006, the Arizona Legislature passed a law (13-2927. Unlawful feeding of wildlife; classification) making it illegal to feed wildlife in Maricopa and Pima counties.

While some are purposely feeding wildlife, that is not always the case. You may not be intentionally feeding wildlife, but if you are leaving trash or pet food outside you could still be soliciting the visits. To reduce the chance of an unwanted encounter, do not feed the wildlife, keep trash secured and pet food indoors. Remember that for their safety, you should always watch small pets when they are outside.

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Cinco de Mayo Happy Hour

Thursday, May 2, 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Jalapeno Inferno, 23587 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Join neighbors to kick off the Cinco de Mayo weekend celebrations with a happy hour at Jalapeno Inferno Pinnacle Peak. Happy Hour is open to all residents who are age 21+. Cost is $15 which includes appetizers like chips with salsa, guacamole, and bean dip, mini fundidos and grilled chicken quesadillas, as well as one drink ticket. Space is limited. Registration is required by no later than April 29. For anyone who wishes to stay after Happy Hour for a full dinner, please call ahead and reserve your dining table at (480) 585-6442.

HeartSavers Basic CPR/AED Class:Child and Babysitting Safety Certification Class

Saturday, May 11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Talon Room, GCA Office

S&S Heartsavers returns to teach Basic First Aid/CPR/AED class. Attendees will learn about the Good Samaritan Law, complications of CPR, stroke, heart attack, using CPR barriers, choking and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) and CPR for the adult, child, and infant. All who successfully complete the class will receive their CPR Certification card. Teens and adults are welcome. Registration is due by May 8 and no cancellations can be made after that date. A minimum of 8 students is needed to hold the class. The cost is $60 per person, which includes lunch. Registration and payment can be made at https://bit.ly/3xdZxDB

Food Truck Night- East Coast Joes Lobster

Wednesday, May 15 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Grayhawk Greenbelt at 78th Place and 78th Way, Park at 7940 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy. Hey Lobster lovers- Leave the cooking to the professionals and pick up dinner for the whole family from East Coast Joes. Walk, bike, or drive down to the greenbelt to pick up some fresh Maine Style Lobster Rolls, Garlic Shrimp fries, and Hushpuppies! We didn’t forget about dessert; they also have various kinds of house made Tiramisu. There will be no parking on the street, please park in the offices at Grayhawk parking lot located at 7940 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy. And take the sidewalk path to the greenbelt. Pre-orders are required so they bring enough fresh food. Watch the Grayhawk Buzz for a preorder link or register for this event on grayhawkcommunity.org and one will be emailed to you.

Association Emails

One of the easiest ways to stay connected in your community is by receiving Association emails. Emails are the best way for the Board of Directors and CCMC management team to update residents on upcoming events, community projects, area development and more. If you aren’t already signed up to receive The Buzz every Monday, you can email Jennifer Sheets at jsheets@ ccmcnet.com to get set up.

Once you’ve opted in for the community eblast, there are a few things you should do to ensure delivery to your inbox:

1. Add listserv@civicplus.com to your email contact/safe sender list.

2. Check your inbox on Mondays to see if you received The Buzz. If not, check your spam. Often, bulk emails

are sent to spam and you can “report as not spam” and send those messages to your inbox instead.

3. If you added the above email address to your contacts and did not receive the email in your inbox or your spam folder, you may want to reach out to your email provider and ask if they have security settings that might be preventing a bulk email from coming through and what you can do to allow it.

We have noticed that residents that use a cox.com email specifically are having this problem. If you have been using a Cox email and haven’t had a problem, great! However, if you don’t believe you are receiving Grayhawk eblasts and have Cox email on file, please reach out to see what we can do to get you set up.

We are here to help. If you have questions, please reach out to management staff at 480-563-9708 or email Jennifer Sheets at jsheets@ccmcnet.com.

JUNE EVENTS

Lou Malnati’s “Pizza By Me” Class

Thursday, June 6 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Lou Malnati’s Restaurant, 17787 N Scottsdale Rd.

When life gives you tomatoes, make deep dish pizza! Considered by many the oldest family name in Chicago pizza, Lou Malnati’s is as rich in history as its cuisine is in flavor. Guests will learn the art of creating the perfect deep dish and take an exclusive look behind the scenes in the kitchen at the famous restaurant. After watching your very own creation go into the oven, you will get to enjoy an assortment of Malnati’s salads, bruschetta, calamari, and enjoy bottomless beer, wine, and soft drinks! To make this even more tempting, the event will end with your very own chocolate chip cookie pizza dessert. Cost to participate is $60 per person. Space is limited to 40 people. Register online www.grayhawkcommunity.org by Friday, May 31.

Phoenix Art Museum presents "East Meets West: Cross Cultural Exchange"

Wednesday, June 12 at 6 p.m.

Talon Room at the GCA Office

Chinese and Japanese art had significant influence on Western art for centuries. What kind of influence did they have? What did Vincent van Gogh and Frank Lloyd Wright have in common? Does the East-West boundary still exist today? Join the conversation as docent Hiromi Yampol explores the role of artist and their surrounding environment in making East-West connections. Register on grayhawkcommunity.org by Friday, June 7.

Free Family Movie: Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2

Saturday, June 22 at 11 a.m.

Harkins 101

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEjhY15eCx0&themeRefresh=1

This movie is rated PG. Indoor movie time is here! Register ahead of time to join Grayhawk Community at Harkins Movie Theater at Scottsdale 101 for our very own private showing of Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2. Grayhawk is paying for tickets, just bring money for your favorite drinks and snacks. Please arrive early if you want to purchase your own drinks and snacks from the concession stand. Space is limited. Register on grayhawkcommunity.org by Saturday, June 14 for one of the seats in our own private theater.

Ladies Bunco

Wednesday, June 26 at 6 p.m.

Raptor Room, GCA Office, 7940 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy. Ste. 102

Join your neighbors for a night of food, drinks and Bunco! Never played before? Don’t worry! It’s an easy dice game- all you need to know is how to roll dice and count! We will do a quick lesson before we get started. Your $5 will go into the pot for cash prizes at the end of the night. Register at www.grayhawkcommunity.org at pay $5 by by Friday, June 21 to save your seat. Spots are limited, so register early! This Bunco will be potluck style. Each person will be asked to bring either a bottle of wine and/or an appetizer to share with the group. Please list what you plan to bring when registering so we can plan ahead.

Grayhawk residents having a great time connecting at spring events!

END OF YEAR WRAP-UP

By Eli Hubbell, Grayhawk Elementary School Principal

As we reach the end of another outstanding school year, I am filled with immense gratitude and pride for the extraordinary journey we have shared together. It has been a year marked by countless achievements, growth, and memorable moments that make our school community so special.

We celebrated a significant milestone in our school's history - our 25th anniversary! This provided us with a valuable opportunity to reflect on 25 amazing years and to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of our students, faculty, staff, and families. It was an honor to receive a proclamation from the mayor, declaring November 3rd as Grayhawk Elementary School Day in the city of Scottsdale, further recognizing our enduring commitment to education and community engagement.

I am thrilled to announce that we are continuing to lead from the front when it comes to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.

I am thrilled to share that 75% of all Paradise Valley Unified School District students in fifth and sixth grade who qualified for the state science fair, proudly hailed from Grayhawk Elementary School! This remarkable accomplishment is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of our students, teachers, and staff.

Our school also was honored this year with an award from the state for our exceptional Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) practices. This recognition highlights our unwavering commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student can thrive and succeed.

As we embark on the summer break, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our incredible students, dedicated teachers and staff, and supportive families for making this school year truly exceptional. Together, we have achieved great success and created memories that I’m sure will last a lifetime. I look forward to welcoming everyone back in the fall for another year filled with learning, growth, and endless possibilities.

If you or someone you know is looking for an “A” rated school, in an outstanding community, we are currently accepting in-boundary enrollment, as well as open enrollment applications, at all grade levels for the 2024-25 school year. Please visit our PTO website - grayhawkpto.com to learn more about Grayhawk and to set up a tour. Or, follow our PTO on Instagram - @grayhawkpto - to see all of the incredible things happening at Grayhawk. We look forward to welcoming you into the Grayhawk family.

Wishing you all a fun, exciting, and relaxing summer ahead!

Congratulations Class of 2024!

We have been lucky enough to watch many of the 2024 high school seniors grow up, and are excited to share their stories with you as they graduate and move on to the next chapter in their lives.

Seniors, graduating is a huge milestone and your Grayhawk family is so very proud of you. All the best for your bright futures. The world is waiting for you!

Jaeden Brucklier

Jaeden has lived in Grayhawk her whole life! She grew up walking every trail, and playing in every tot-park around Grayhawk. Jaeden has volunteered at many of the Grayhawk events as she has gotten older and truly enjoys serving her community. She has excelled in every sport, including swimming, softball, volleyball, basketball, gymnastics, pickleball, and flag football. Other activities she enjoys include snowboarding, hiking, traveling, and watching sunsets with her friends all around the Valley. Jaeden is graduating from Scottsdale Christian Academy and has attended this school since Kindergarten. Jaeden will be attending GCU in the fall and is excited for her next chapter as a LOPE!

Bayley Hass

Bayley has lived in Grayhawk most of her life, attending Grayhawk Elementary, Explorer Middle, and now graduating from Pinnacle High School. She is a member of the National Honor Society and is a part of Pinnacle's freshman Mentor program for the last 2 years. She will be graduating with a 4.21 GPA and has also earned her seal of bi-literacy in Spanish. She has played soccer most of her life and has loved growing up in the neighborhood with friends. She is excited to continue her education at the University of Nevada, Reno to pursue a double major in Political Science and Spanish. We are so proud of you! Go Pack!

Lexi Hanshew

Lexi is a lifelong resident of the Coventry at Grayhawk neighborhood. She attended both Grayhawk Elementary and Explorer Middle School before graduating from Pinnacle High School. Lexi plans to study marketing and psychology in the fall at either Oregon State University or the University of Oregon.

Sam has lived in the Grayhawk community since he was born. He attended Grayhawk Elementary, Explorer Middle School and is now graduating from Pinnacle High School! While in high school, Sam played football all four years, was a member of Student Government and participated in the Mentor's Program. He is excited to start his next adventure of attending The University of Arizona. We are so proud of him and his accomplishments, and look forward to what comes next.

Ashlyn Klecka

Ashlyn is a product of the Grayhawk community, starting at Grayhawk Elementary, then Explorer Middle and is now graduating from Pinnacle High School with a 4.1 GPA. She participated in NJHS and NHS. Her greatest passion has been soccer but also played flag football for years. She has competed at the highest level in soccer playing for Phoenix Rising on their ECNL team. She played for Pinnacle where she was awarded Defensive Player of the Year (9th), 1st Team All-Conference (11th), 2nd Team All-Conference (12th), and 1st Team All-Academic (11th and 12th). Ashlyn loves spending time with her friends and family, shopping, exercising, and playing with her dogs. Ashlyn plans to attend University of Arizona where she hopes to join a sorority, play club soccer and study Nursing.

Sam Smith

Sam has lived in the Grayhawk community since he was born. He attended Grayhawk Elementary, Explorer Middle School and is now graduating from Pinnacle High School! While in high school, Sam played football all four years, was a member of Student Government and participated in the Mentor's Program. He is excited to start his next adventure of attending The University of Arizona. We are so proud of him and his accomplishments, and look forward to what comes next.

Savannah Souza

Savannah is a senior at Pinnacle High School, where she played Lacrosse for 4 years on the Varsity Team. Savannah was Captain of the Lacrosse team her Junior and Senior years. She is involved in the National Honor Society and works at HB Wellness. Savannah was born and raised in Grayhawk. She attended Grayhawk Elementary and Explorer Middle School. Savannah will be attending San Diego State University in the fall and plans to study Journalism.

Taylor Souza

Taylor is a senior at Pinnacle High School, where she played soccer for 4 years on both Junior Varsity and Varsity. She is involved in the National Honor Society, School Mentors, and does fundraising and special events for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Taylor was born and raised in Grayhawk. She attended Grayhawk Elementary and Explorer Middle School. Taylor will be attending University of Arizona in the Fall and plans to study Criminal Justice.

Thanks to Christina Rathbun with Launch Real Estate, Jeremy Mueller with State Farm, and Episcopal Church of the Nativity for sponsoring the 2024 Egg Hunt.