Stonecreek Homeowners Association

August 2004 Issue

Jul 31, 2004

Stonecreek News
Neighborhood of The Year!!

Stonecreek Homeowner?’s Association, Gilbert, AZ 85234 ☺ Monthly Newsletter ☺ Aug 2004


DIRECTOR?’S CORNER
Stonecreek HOA shares the same concern as all residents in Arizona about West Nile Virus. West Nile Virus has been reported to be in Gilbert. Since April of this year, T2 Pest Control has sprayed standing water every three weeks. This is the latest treatment to prevent mosquitos. The cost to the Association for this preventive measure is $250.00. Our landscape company has also been working very hard to avoid standing water in the common area. The sprinklers are checked weekly. If you notice that sprinklers seem to be running too long, please contact Borg Property Services at 480-456-6927 or Aztec Landscape Maintenance at 602-770-6324. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) web site is www.westnilevirus.com and they have a West Nile Virus Q & A section that explains the symptoms of West Nile Virus and other information.

School is about to begin, and we would like to remind all residents of Stonecreek HOA to please obey the traffic rules posted in the community. The Board of Director's has raised the concern of speeders numerous times in the past to the Town of Gilbert Traffic Division. Unfortunately, our requests to assist Stonecreek with the speeding situation have fallen upon deaf ears. Please do your part to make Stonecreek a safe place for all pedestrians and bike riders, by obeying the speed limit. Also, please use extra care when approaching the intersection of Stonecreek Blvd. and Juniper. This is a major crossing area for children on their way to/from Patterson Elementary School.

CONTRACTS AWARDED
1. Tree Doctors - Remove, trim and clean various trees throughout the community.
NEW SPEEDING FINES IN GILBERT
Speeding 10-20 miles over the posted speed limit used to carry a fine of $180.00 in the Town of Gilbert. That was last month!

Now it carries a fine of $225.00.
Source: the Gilbert Times 7/2004.


SAFETY TIPS TO BEAT SUMMER HEAT
With summer in full swing, it is important to take a few minutes and think about keeping cool when daily temperatures surge into the triple digits. While Arizona summers may take new residents by surprise, longtime residents will find themselves wanting to keep safe and cool during hot summer days. Remember to drink plenty of water when spending time outdoors, whether the activity is mowing the lawn or spending a day at Freestone Park. A wide brimmed hat will protect the face from direct sunlight, but a sun screen will protect the rest of the body from sunburn. However, the dangers of summer heat will extend beyond a sunburn. In extreme cases, heat exhaustion can occur, with symptoms including heavy sweating, fatigue, weakness, muscle cramps, thirst, nausea and cold, pale skin. To treat heat exhaustion, place the person in a cool place and apply a wet cloth. Fan them and give sips of lightly salted water.

?“If untreated, heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke which carries even greater risks. Heat stroke occurs when the body is incapable of controlling its own temperatures and cannot cool down. The body?’s sweating mechanism fails and body temperatures can reach 106 degrees F. The skin becomes hot and dry and the body is no longer sweating. Victims will have difficulty breathing, rapid pulse dizziness, confusion and even seizures. If this happens, call 9-1-1 immediately. Cool the person off with a cold bath or fan, but do not give fluids.

?“Although many people choose to remain indoors during the warmest parts of the day, it is still possible to participate in outdoor activities safely if simple safety precautions are taken and people do not attempt to over-exert themselves. The primary tip is to remember to keep fully hydrated and to seek shade at the first signs of discomfort. Enjoy the summer. For more information, call 480-503-6500.?”
Source: Gilbert Your Town July 2003


CALENDAR:
8/15-21 - Uncontained trash week
9/7 - Primary Election
9/19-25 - Uncontained trash week
8/25 - Board of Director?’s monthly
meeting
11/2 - General Election
Note: The Board usually meets at the Mesa Public Library (64 E. 1st Street, Mesa, AZ) from 6:45 P.M. - 8:45 P.M.. Confirm meeting date and time with Nancy or visit our web site calendar. If you wish to speak at the Board meeting, contact Nancy by 8/18/2004 so that we have enough seats and you may be added to the agenda.


POST NO SIGNS
Please do not put anything on our Neighborhood of the Year award signs.

Crime? Where?
Are you interested in what crimes were reported in Gilbert last month? Last week? No problem. Just click on http://www.azcentral.com/news/crimereports/crime_reports.html
Crimes in our neighboring communities are also available here.

REMINDERS:
?• HOA monthly dues are now $45.00 per month. They are due on the 1st of each month. A late fee will be assessed on the 16 of the month if they are not paid by the 15 of the month.

?• This is a bad time for scorpions. Do what you need to do to maintain a good pest control program.

?• School starts this month - watch for students and obey the school zone control signs.

?• The USPS will be replacing our mail boxes in the near future, so remember to take your new keys and box numbers with you when you pickup your mail.

FREE GARAGE SALE?
Are you having a *free* garage sale? You are if you leave your garage door open!

?“...An open garage door is an open invitation to a burglar. One in three burglaries in Gilbert are committed by thieves who steal your valuables from a garage that?’s been left open....?”
Source: Town of Gilbert

WHAT'S HAPPENING
ON MY CORNER?
?“What's being built down the street from me? How long is this road going to be blocked off? What else is going in at . . . ? These are common questions!
?“The following is a list of resources to help keep you informed about growth and development in Gilbert!

?“Economic Development Department Construction and Building Update http://www.ci.gilbert.az.us/econdev/development.cfm contains information on major commercial and industrial developments. Updated monthly.

?“Planning Department
Planning Matters Newsletter
http://www.ci.gilbert.az.us/planning/newsletter.cfm
Contains department information, General Plan updates and Sign Code updates. In addition, applications approved by the Planning and & Zoning Commission and the Design Review Board are listed including case number and location. Updated quarterly.


?“TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
Traffic Restrictions
http://www.ci.gilbert.az.us/traffic/restrictions.cfm
Contains a table with road restrictions, project start and anticipated end dates, types of restrictions and the work being done. Updated as necessary.?”
Source :Town of Gilbert


Community Blood Drive
The next Gilbert Community Blood Drive is on Monday, August 23, 2004.
Location: Gilbert Municipal Center parking lot.


SAVE THE DATE
So Long To SummerFest - September 25, 2004
Family Halloween Carnival -
October 30, 2004
20th Annual Gilbert Days 5k Run and 1 Mile Fun Run -
November 19, 2004
Holiday Concert and Tree Lighting-
December 9, 2004
Source/info:(480) 503-6200.?”

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE:
Aug 10, 2004 is the deadline for all information to be in the next issue. (1268 E. ****** Ave., Gilbert, AZ 85234.)