SUN CITY HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION

2018 AUGUST NEWSLETTER

FROM THE BOARD PRESIDENT

DOG DAYS AT SCHOA

As this brief commentary is being composed, we are in the middle of what are commonly known as the “dog days

of summer,” the hottest and most humid days of summer, so labeled by the ancient Romans (“dies caniculares.”) It

is a period often marked by “lethargy, inactivity, or indolence” according to dictionary.com.

While hot and humid, the dog days of summer at SCHOA are marked by anything but “lethargy, inactivity, or

indolence.” We are very busy and very active. Our Compliance Department continues to fulfill our mission by

insuring compliance to the CC&Rs, addressing over 300 new reported violations every month, including summer

months. Our Promotion and Events Coordinator continues the planning of events coming up for the balance of this

year and into 2019.

Several of our committees (there are currently 10) are active all summer. The Elections Committee continues to

plan for November’s election and is refining the election process while actively encouraging members to pick up a

candidate package (now available at the front desk for all of you that have been patiently waiting.) Our Articles

and Bylaws Committee is busy addressing needed policy revisions.

The Government Affairs Committee never rests, and is deep into efforts to resist consolidation of our water district

which would result in Sun City residents subsidizing the water rates of 10 other districts. Our appeal of the

wastewater consolidation is nearing a decision in the courts. Members of our Roads and Safety Committee

continue to address community concerns during the summer; the next meeting is in September.

The CC&R Review Committee continues through the summer with open meetings the 4th Friday of each month and

working sessions as needed. Citizen and member input through our web site regarding the CC&Rs has been

encouraging and is much appreciated.

Looking again at the dog days definition with those words “lethargy, inactivity, or indolence,” it seems to me that

none apply to SCHOA, especially indolence, which implies laziness or a dislike of work. Whether it be our paid

staff or our volunteers (including board members,) indolence is not a part of who or what we are at any time of

year.

My thanks go out to the staff and to all the volunteers (including board members) for their continuing efforts to

preserve our values and way of life here in Sun City, even during the “dog days.” My thanks also go out to our

members; we exist to your benefit, and you are a part of this team. Please continue to share your concerns and

suggestions with us and don’t forget about those candidate packages. Jim Hunter, President, SCHOA Board of Directors

Dog days, the sultry part of the summer, supposed to occur during the period that Sirius, the Dog Star, rises at the same time as the sun: now

often reckoned from July 3 to August 11, a period marked by lethargy, inactivity, or indolence. The ancient Romans called the hottest, most

humid days of summer “diēs caniculārēs" or “dog days." The name came about because they associated the hottest days of summer with

the star Sirius. Sirius was known as the “Dog Star" because it was the brightest star in the constellation Canis Major (Large Dog).

ELECTION 2018

Arizona Corporation Commissioners As a SCHOA Director and Chairman of

Government Affairs, I have spent the past five plus

years attempting to provide a community voice at

the State Legislature, Maricopa County and

Corporation Commission.

Overall, we have been successful working with our

elected officials within these groups to defeat bills

and initiatives which would have negatively

impacted the citizens of our Sun City Community.

The one exception has been the recent Arizona Corporation Commission. Since approximately 2008, EPCOR

Communities have been attempting to change how the revenue requirement authorized by the Commissioners was to be

distributed. The scheme was to consolidate the EPCOR districts into one which would initiate one price for all same class

ratepayers. Why? Because the newer, wealthier communities had two to three times higher costs than the Sun City District,

and they wanted Sun City to subsidize their costs.

The prior Commissioners recognized the scheme for what it was, the formulation of a huge discrimination program; the

likes the state has never experienced. Of course, they refused to order such an arbitrary and inequitable program upon our

Community.

This was fine until “we” elected the current Commissioners who actually ordered the mentioned consolidation. Only Bob

Burns dissented. With the assistance of our citizens, SCHOA promptly filed an appeal against the Commission, to

hopefully obtain a decision overturning their unlawful order. We should have a decision by the end of August.

Over the last two election cycles, we had the candidates answer questions before at least 3,000 Sun City residents as well

as published hundreds of pages of educational data about these candidates both via paper and digital media. The results;

we voted for the worst candidates possible. We know this by the decisions they have made. We also knew it by what they

said or did prior to the elections. We need to “pay attention.” SCHOA must remain neutral regarding political issues and

candidates. However, if we continue to vote for candidates that are “obviously” anti-Sun City, we will continue to receive

more of the same…Financial Disaster.

Without going into the issues or mentioning

any candidates, please pay attention and

energize your neighbors and their

neighbors etc., to spread the word about

those candidates sympathetic to our

situation. So, which candidates are the

right ones?

I feel certain there will be numerous articles

in the local media regarding the candidates.

Look for them. Choose which writer you

trust wisely. Do some homework. Ask

some questions. Contact your neighbors

and VOTE!

We cannot afford more of the same!

Greg Eisert, Chairman,

Government Affairs Committee

Sun City Home Owners Association

MARICOPA COUNTY SUPERVISOR CLINT HICKMAN’S MONTHLY UPDATE

Hello SCHOA Members,

Much needed rain poured down during this year’s Monsoon, but it’s not over yet! Rain or shine,

the monsoon ends in late September, so remember to continue being prepared, informed and

flood smart. Visit the Flood Control District of Maricopa County’s website for Monsoon tips:

fcd.maricopa.gov.

The rain from the Monsoon will help settle some of the dust in our air, but we can do more to

help reduce air pollution. Our Air Quality department has launched “Mowing Down Pollution”

to encourage people to trade in battery powered lawn mowers.

Learn more here: cleanairmakemore.com/lawn.

Clint Hickman, District 4, Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, 602-506-7642

SCHOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

The 2018 Election for the Board of Directors will take place Monday, November 5 – Sunday, November 11. Voting

will be available online as well as in the office. If you are interested in sharing your gifts and talents with the Sun

City Community, being a SCHOA Board member is an opportunity to do so. Candidate packets will be available

beginning Monday, June 18 and need to be returned no later than Monday, October 1. Requirements include:

1. Must be a SCHOA member,

2. Must be available to serve a three-year (3) term,

3. Must be committed to the Code of Conduct,

4. Must be available to attend Board and Committee meetings and events,

5. Must be available to attend Board candidate orientations.

6. Must be responsible to conduct your own campaign and promotional materials, and

7. Must provide resume to include:

a. Length of time as a resident in Sun City,

b. Employment experience,

c. Community service experience,

d. Reasons why you want to serve on the Board of Directors

SCRAP (Sun City Residents Action Program) – It’s Siesta Time for the Walls

With the hot weather of over 100o days beating down on us, we had to stop painting. It is just too hot to ask our

painting contractor to work during our hot summer months. We plan to resume in the fall when it is cooler and with

a plan to finish this project by the end of the year.

In the last 2 years, about 14 miles of Sun City walls have received a fresh coat of paint: Bell Road (east to west about

3½ miles); 99th Avenue from Olive (south end) to Beardsley (north end-about 7 miles); as well as many other walls

throughout Sun City. When the last 3 miles of walls are painted, over 17 miles of walls will have received a bright

and fresh new look for all to enjoy and to be proud of living in Sun City as reflected in the many comments on how

much better the walls are looking.

This is a picture of a wall along 99th Avenue

For those interested in background, Del Webb made no provision to see that the walls would be properly maintained

when new paint was needed and after being neglected for the last few years, they were beginning to look pretty

shabby. The last time these walls were painted was in 2000, 18 years ago for the Centennial, for about $200,000.

This project was originally projected to take 10 years and $250,000 and that was to only repaint walls that were

previously painted. There are about 18-20 more miles of unpainted walls in Sun City and we intend to leave them

that way. The walls along Olive were mostly unpainted, however, there was so much graffiti and even a 10’ section

painted a muted pink, it was decided that the Olive walls would look much better painted and they now do.

SCRAP is pleased to report that we are way ahead of our original projected time table and under budget having spent

only about $130,000 so far with only about 3 miles of walls left to do. We forecast we should get the job done for

about $165,000 not the originally projected $250,000.

There has been a lot of community support to make this happen with donations being the key to getting the walls

painted. SCRAP has received some $13,000 in donations and appreciates the residents and individuals who donated

and cared enough to send in money to help out and to see that this project moves ahead. We are also very fortunate

to have in Sun City several social, civic organizations and businesses who care enough to pitch in with funding as

well as to provide much needed labor to see these walls get painted.

Presently, SCRAP has enough funds to resume painting in the fall, however, we have a shortfall of about $20,000 to

finish painting the remaining final few miles of

walls and can use your financial help. If you can

help, please make your donations payable to

SCRAP and send to: SCHOA/SCRAP; 10401

W. Coggins Drive, Sun City, AZ 85351. As an

IRS approved 501c3, Non-Profit Organization,

all donations are tax deductible. Any questions,

please contact Lloyd Maple, the Project

Chairman, at 623-680-0648.

Let’s all do our part in keeping Sun City a very

desirable place to live.

ENFORCEMENT FEE

If you are about to buy or sell your home or if you are a realtor or title company, SCHOA is able to provide information

regarding the property to be assured there are no current violations and/or fees owed. The enforcement fee for this

service is $200. For more information, contact 623-974-4718 and ask to be connected to the Compliance Department.

COMPLIANCE INCIDENT REPORT

Fiscal Year – November 1, 2017 – JUNE, 2018

Opened Closed Opened Closed

Age Restriction 65 100 Fences 7 12

Animal Restrictions 101 136 Grandfather 5 6

Business in home 23 29 Setbacks 8 10

Condition of Property 1,199 1,355 Sheds 24 47

Construction Standards 12 11 Vehicle 562 635

Dwelling Condition 26 27 Totals 1426 1658

THE BASICS OF DEED RESTRICTION ENFORCEMENT

Sun City is a deed restricted community. It is most well-known for requiring at least one resident, in the household,

to be 55 years or older. It is also a remarkably clean and well-kept community. Much of that has to do with the

efforts of Sun City Home Owners Association and its dedicated staff and Board Members.

When you bought your property, you became an owner within Sun City. By buying, you agreed to comply with the

deed restrictions – whether you knew of them, read them, or understood them. Deed restrictions are recorded; like

easements, and control what you can/cannot do with your property.

Courts consider deed restrictions to be enforceable, just like a contract.

Owners are responsible for the conduct of tenants, occupants, guests, residents and/or invitees.

If you rent your property, you may want to include verbiage in your lease that if the tenants/occupants result

in the owner receiving violation notices about their conduct, receipt of such notice constitutes a material

breach of the lease, for which eviction would be a remedy.

Learn your Sun City deed restrictions. Comply with them. If you receive a violation notice, do not ignore

it. Work to get the problem resolved.

Lawsuits are filed regularly by deed restricted communities to enforce the deed restrictions. Court orders are

sought requiring the owner to either stop doing something, start doing something, or a combination of both.

These are known as Injunctions. Legal fees are sought.

If the person, against whom the Injunction is issued, violates it, they can be held in contempt of court.

Contempt sanctions include: fines and/or imprisonment.

Sun City can lien your property, for its enforcement expenses, if conditions continue to exist and are not remedied on

your property. Do not assume that because someone has a certain condition on their property that such a condition

is allowable. Some lots may be grandfathered in, either by express grand-fathering, or due to length of time of such

a condition may exist on a particular lot. If in doubt, contact the SCHOA office before doing any remodeling, new

landscaping, or other exterior improvements to see if what you intend to do is within the deed restrictions, or could

somehow run afoul.

Even if you build something that is prohibited and it cost you a lot of money, a court can require you to remove

such an improvement, if it was built in direct contravention of the deed restrictions. Penny L. Koepke, Esq.

THE SCHOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE ROADS AND SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETINGS

WILL NOT TAKE PLACE IN AUGUST.

SCHOA will continue to keep you updated via emails and the SCHOA website.

The Board and Staff wish you a safe, enjoyable and a healthy summer!

FREE LOCK BOX PROGRAM

The Sun City Fire Department’s Lock Box

program for homes in Sun City installs a box

adjacent to the front entry door, with a key to

the front door inside, allowing personnel from

the Sun City Fire Department to enter the

residence in an emergency when the occupant

is incapacitated. This then avoids a forced

entry resulting in property damage. SCCAN,

the Sun City Community Assistance Network

has a program currently only available to

persons living alone, as they are the most

vulnerable, that provides a lock box to certain

low income residents at no cost (regular lock

box cost to install is $65). To apply for a free

lock box, call Sun City CAN at 623-933-7530

and make an appointment to meet with a

Benefits Assistance Counselor.

DON’T INVITE OR ALLOW ANYONE IN YOUR HOME THAT YOU DON’T KNOW

If you need a contractor, it is important to have at least three bids for the work you want to have

done. When contracting with a company, be sure to have a contract that is signed by each party,

the contractor, as well as, the resident. SCHOA members are able to access Business Partner

information at any time on the website by visiting www.suncityhoa.org for names of Business

Partners that are registered with SCHOA.

SCHOA refers and does not recommend one Business Partner over another.

SCHOA WEBSITE

For complete SCHOA information, visit the

website at www.suncityhoa.org. If you are

looking for up-to-date information regarding

current rate cases, it is available on the website

menu by selecting “All about SCHOA,” and then

“SCHOA in the News.” Board Minutes are also

available under “All about SCHOA,” and

selecting Board Meeting Minutes. The home

page offers an event calendar, don’t miss out.

Visit SCHOA on the website.

SUN CITY PHONE DIRECTORY

Will again be published for 2019 and be

available in late January 2019. The deadline is

November 1, 2018, for you to be included in the

publication of the 2019 Sun City Telephone

Directory. All information must be provided in

writing.

Email membership@suncityhoa.org to request

the form to submit your information for the 2019

Directory.

SCHOA BUSINESS PARTNER PROGRAM TESTIMONIAL

SCHOA business partners are recognized based on testimonials that are received from residents who have used

their services. Business partners also assist residents who may have extenuating circumstances. If you have had a

business partner provide services for you, SCHOA appreciates all “feed back” regarding services that you have

received. This information is shared with the particular business partner and allows SCHOA the opportunity to

recognize them for their investment in Sun City by providing exellent and reliable services. For more information,

contact the SCHOA office at 623-242-8535.

NEW BUSINESS PARTNERS

Thrivent Financial

John Dietz Insurance (State Farm)

Envision Security, Inc./Brinks

Congratulations to SCHOA’s

AUGUST BUSINESS PARTNER OF THE MONTH

Singletary Plumbing and Air Conditioning, LLC

Thank you for providing excellent services to Sun City residents! All businesses that are part of the SCHOA Business Partner Program have qualified under SCHOA guidelines to be members.

This program is highly respected in the Sun City Community.

IF YOU ARE NEEDING SERVICES PROVIDED, REMEMBER THESE TIPS!

SCHOA works closely with Sun City residents and members of the Business Partner Program to ensure services are

available when needed and they are performed in an appropriate manner. Members of this program are vetted and

approved according to SCHOA criteria.

All SCHOA members have access to the

extensive Business Partner Program listing that

is available online offering an excellent source

of qualified businesses serving Sun City. If you

are seeking services, the following are some

guidelines to remember:

Be informed; be educated.

Ask if a business is licensed.

Don’t allow yourself to be pressured.

Be cautious of door-to-door sales people.

Get at least three bids/estimates before contracting to have work done.

DO NOT completely pay in advance of a job being completed.

Read the fine print; ask for a contract, in writing, signed by the homeowner and the contractor.

Do not do business with someone you don’t know.

Check with friends and/or relatives before doing business with someone you may not know.

REGISTRAR OF CONTRACTORS

The mission statement for the ROC is “To protect the health, safety and welfare through a regulatory system

designed to promote quality construction by Arizona contractors.” When a licensed contractor applies for

membership at SCHOA, their membership is verified by SCHOA. Representatives from the ROC will be attending

SCHOA’s CC&R meeting that is scheduled for Wednesday, December 5, at the Sundial Recreation Center.

The ROC has a compliance division that includes a licensed and an unlicensed department and is responsible for

ensuring Title 32 is enforced. Title 32 addresses statutes that govern contracting in Arizona. Unlicensed investigators

address reported unlicensed activity as well as complaints received from the public. This department also assists in

resolving matters requiring review for any unlicensed activity. Contractors who perform work under the handyman

exemption under ARS 32-1121 #14 are required to perform the work under $1,000 (labor and materials combined)

and advertise using the words “not a licensed contractor” to the public, and must be licensed if the work requires a

local building permit. If you have an issue with a contractor, it is recommended you contact the ROC for their advice

at 602-542-1525.

If you believe you have experienced a scam, please contact the Attorney General’s office at 602-542-5025

SUN CITY HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP – What it Does?

SCHOA is a valuable organization in Sun City; though small, the value is great. From Compliance to Membership,

to an accredited Business Partner Program, to marketing/educational outreach programs and an active, highly

proactive and committed Board of Directors invested to “work for Sun City”. Membership continues to remain

voluntary and reasonably priced at $20/year. Members recognize the value received for available services, appreciate

the commitment to keep membership manageably priced for all residents, are committed to supporting SCHOA’s

Outreach Programs and know it is the best Sun City “insurance” protecting their property values. A SCHOA

membership application is available on the SCHOA website www.suncityhoa.org or by visiting the office; payments

are accepted online for your convenience. Contact the office for more information at membership@suncityhoa.org

or 623-974-4718.

SCHOA OUTREACH PROGRAMS SCHOA offers two outreach programs to Sun City residents who qualify. Each of these programs supports the SCHOA

mission, “To provide for the well-being of Sun City through fair and universal compliance with the CC&Rs.” Residents

are encouraged to contact the office if they become aware of a neighbor who may need assistance or if there is a vacant

property needing attention.

The RAMP (Residents Assistance and Maintenance Program) is for residents who may be need physical and/or financial

help. SCHOA partners with individuals, businesses, non-profit organizations and houses of worship, all coming together

with a common goal to provide this assistance.

The CIP (Community Intervention Program) protects community property values by ensuring vacant properties are

maintained. If a vacant property is not maintained, SCHOA will clean the property through the CIP.

If you would be interested in assisting with these outreach programs, please contact Gary Owens, Special Projects Manager,

at 623-243-5542. SCHOA appreciates the Community’s assistance. The assistance may be through a financial contribution

or assisting with cleanups when needed

SCHOA’S MISSION STATEMENT

“To provide for the well-being of

Sun City through fair and universal

compliance with the CC&Rs”

Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions

ADOT - The Arizona Department of Transportation is planning to improve the US 60 (Grand Avenue) frontage roads

between approximately Greenway Road and Thompson Ranch Road/Thunderbird Road in the city of El Mirage.

The purpose of the project is to improve and enhance the frontage roads and to relocate the frontage road access to Grand

Avenue in the vicinity of the Acoma Drive intersection.

ADOT plans to maintain businesses access during normal business hours in the work zone while construction is underway.

Construction is scheduled to begin in summer 2018 and last for 12 months.

STAY UP TO DATE! Learn more and sign up to receive project updates by email: azdot.gov/US60FrontageRd

Questions or comments?

Call the ADOT Project Information Line at 855-712-8530 or email: Projects@azdot.gov

TIPS FOR OLDER ADULTS TO STAY HEALTHY IN

THE HEAT Source: CDC

* Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as possible.

* Wear loose, lightweight, lightcolored clothing.

* Drink more water than you usually do and do not wait until

you are thirsty to drink.

* Do not rely on a fan as a main cooling source when it is really

hot outside.

* If a doctor has limited the amount of fluids you may drink or

has prescribed for you to take water pills, ask about your fluid

intake during hot weather.

* Do not use your stove or oven during the warmer later

afternoon or evening hours. Try to limit your use during the

cooler morning hours.

* Do not engage in strenuous activities outside when the

temperature rises.

* Take cool showers or baths to cool yourself down.

* Get plenty of rest.

Sun City Home Owners Association - SCHOA

10401 West Coggins Drive, Sun City, AZ 85351

Telephone: 623-974-4718 Fax: 623-977-7095

NEW OFFICE HOURS: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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