Stonecreek Homeowners Association

August 2002 Issue

Sep 11, 2002

STONECREEK
NEWS
Stonecreek Homeowner's Association, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Monthly Newsletter August 2002



School Starts this Month!

DIRECTOR'S CORNER:
The Board of Directors continues to work with the current landscaper to resolve some of the common area landscaping challenges and maintenance concerns. The Board met with the landscaper at the July Board of Directors meeting pending resolution of these concerns.

The Monsoon season means landscape maintenance issues. We did not experience major damage from the July 14 storm. (The storm that effected Sky Harbor Airport.) Some branches were down, but no trees were lost.

The water feature has been a challenge this summer. The float at the water feature was not working properly and has now been repaired. Because the float was not working properly, the water was not circulating properly. We have also discussed with the landscape company the care of the trimmed landscape materials around the water feature. It is our hope that with the new dye and other maintenance issues that have been addressed, that the water feature will look as expected.

SCHOOL WILL START SOON
The children will return to school soon, so please watch for them as they go to and from school, and play afterwards. Remember to be watchful of the school zones, too. School zones have a 15?MPH speed limit and passing (even if the road is wide enough) is not allowed.

FAFSA on the Web: www.fafsa.ed.gov

VANDALISM
Last month we had vandalism to:

Pool life saving equipment $195.72
Fire Extinguisher $25.00
Cleanup men's restroom $35.00

OVER 50? WANT TO SOCIALIZE MORE?
In July, Camille and her group had an evening of Pizza at the NYC in Gilbert. In August they attended the dinner-theater show "Annie". They will continue to meet monthly. If you are interested in socializing with fellow Stonecreek residents, call Camille. GET INVOLVED WITH YOUR NEIGHBORS. Contact Camille at 480-926-4412 after 5:30 P.M. or at Camille@ci.gilbert.az.us.

DONATE YOUR USED BICYCLES FOR CHRISTMAS
Now is the time to think about people less fortunate than ourselves. Here is a way that you can get rid of used bikes, make a donation, and save yourself the time and trouble of disposing of them all at the same time.

Call Tony Bernot at 480-892-7505 if you have any bicycles that you want to get rid of. They do not have to be in working order. Tony will come to your house, pick them up free of charge and give you a Gilbert Community Action Program (CAP) receipt that you can use as a tax deduction. Tony restores the bikes and gives them to CAP to give to needy children at Christmas time. Stonecreek has donated many bicycles over the last years. Maybe we can keep the tradition up. Call Tony, make his day and make a needy child happier this Christmas.

ASSOCIATION ACTIVITY:
CONTRACTS
No Contracts Awarded
No Upcoming Contracts
If you know of anyone who would like to bid on a Stonecreek HOA bid, please have them contact Borg Property Services at 480-560-6927.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

BOARD ACTION ITEMS
The following items are currently under discussion and consideration by the Board of Directors:

Amending the Fine Schedule-published in Sept.
bike jumping enforcement,
additional lighting at the playground,
adding picnic tables in the common areas,
playground equipment.
If you have any topics you wish to have addressed by the Board of Directors, please contact Borg Property Services at 480-456-6927 or e-mail at BorgProp@AOL.COM.

ACC COMMITTEEYou can get ACC forms from:
(1) Borg Property Services at 480-456?6927 or
BorgProp@AOL.COM or
(2) Frank at 480-926-4412 (Stonecreek Resident).

The CC&R's require ACC approval before starting projects that will change the appearance of your home or yard. If you have questions about a planned project and would like to know if approval is required, please contact Borg Property Services at 480-456-6927.

The committee processed the following requests:
RECEIVED: - 5 APPROVED - 1
DENIED: - 0 PENDING: - 4

WANT TO JOIN A COMMITTEE?
Call Nancy Borg if you want information on a committee or want to join a committee. Nancy will then handle the volunteer's communications between the Board of Directors, the homeowners and Borg Property Services.

PAINTING? BUILDING? DIGGING?
The CC&R's require ACC approval before starting projects that will change the appearance of your home or yard.

CHECK OUR HOA WEB SITE OUT
www.neighborhoodlink.com/gilbert/stonecreek
(all lowercase letters)

LANDSCAPE VIOLATIONS
Borg Property Services reported a total of 126 violations this month. Nancy reminds us to keep after the weeds.

HAVE UNWANTED DUCKS?
Some Stonecreek homeowners have found ducks living and breeding in their back yard and pools. Once the ducklings "arrive", it is hard to get rid of them until the ducklings are old enough to fly. A call to the East Valley Wild Life (480-814-9339) will put you in contact with people who will lovingly remove the ducks and ducklings. It is a volunteer service, so there is no charge, but donations are appreciated.

CALENDAR:
Aug 19 - Uncontained trash pick up week,
Aug 29- Scleroderma Support Group Meeting -
Mesa Lutheran Hospital 6:30-8:30 PM (623-847-3757),
Aug 28 - Board of Directors meeting -
Mesa Public Library 6:45 PM-8:45 PM.
Sep 28 - Free Practice SAT*

If you wish to speak at the Board of Directors meeting, you must contact Borg Property Services before the meeting so that you may be added to the agenda. If you wish to speak at the upcoming meeting, you must contact Borg Property Services by August 21, 2002.

GET READY FOR THE SATPractice for the SAT on September 28 from 9-noon at the SE Regional Library. Seats are limited. Register in advance at the library reference desk. 800-2Review or www.princetonReview.Com for information.

RAY MADAGHIEL HAS A DREAM....
Ray Madaghiele, a Stonecreek resident, has been inspired by a poem he wrote a few days after the September 11, 2001 tragedies. Called "Cycling 4 Peace", his journey to Ground Zero, NY, officially began in downtown Phoenix on July 4. He is now riding his bike from Phoenix to Ground Zero, NY. His purpose is to deliver his unique message of hope and transformation across the nation as he rides to New York. The states Ray plans to ride through are: Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucy, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. On August 1, Ray should have given a fire station chat in Springfield, MO. Follow Ray and his team at: www.Cycling4Peace.com

CONCERTS
Superstitions Springs Amphitheater: (7-9 PM) August:
3 Surefire (Country)
10 The Groove Merchants (Party Band W/full Horn Section)
17 Snake Eyes (Hits from 60's - 80's)
24 Western Electric Band (A Little Bit Country, a Little Bit Rock)
31 Terry Anderson Band (Classic Rock -Clapton, Taylor, Etc.)

Get Involved - Join the Board!
or come to the Board Meetings!

FAFSA on the Web: www.fafsa.ed.gov

FREESTONE PARK REC. CENTER UPDATE
Power has been supplied to the facility so they can finish the inside of the building. They expect a 'soft' opening in October and a grand opening in November 2002.

The Park District will mail us information about the openings. They expect to have pre-sale of passes which will enable you for a drawing and for a discount on the passes. The mailing from the Park district will include a free day pass. Watch your mail for more information as it happens.

Phase II of the recreation center will include a full indoor aquatic center.

DO YOU HAVE A TOYOTA CAMRY?
Automobile thieves continue to make the Toyota Camry their favorite target, according to the Chicago based CCC Information Services Inc., an insurance industry tracker of trends in theft and vehicle damage. The year and model of Toyota most stolen was the 1991 Camry.

Of the top 25 most stolen vehicles in 2001, five are sport utility vehicles or pick?up trucks, all from U.S. automakers. The increase in thefts of these types of vehicle mirrors their increasing popularity.

Most Stolen Vehicles in the United States in 2001:
1. 1991 Toyota Camry
2. 1989 Toyota Camry
3. 1990 Toyota Camry
4. 2000 Honda Civic SI
5. 1994 Chevrolet C1500 4x2
6. 1995 Honda Accord EX
7. 1994 Honda Accord LX
8. 1994 Honda Accord EX
9. 1988 Toyota Camry
10. 1996 Honda Accord LX
11. 1993 Chevrolet C1500 4x2
12. 1997 Ford F150 4x2
13. 1990 Honda Accord EX
14. 1991 Honda Accord LX
15. 1996 Honda Accord EX
16. 1987 Toyota Camry
17. 1997 Honda Accord LX
18. 1992 Honda Accord LX
19. 1991 Honda Accord EX
20. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4x4
21. 2000 Chevrolet C1500 4x2 Silverado
22. 1995 Honda Accord LX
23. 1995 Honda Legend
24. 1990 Honda Accord LX
25. 1995 Honda Civic EX
Source: Arizona Automobile Theft Authority Feb/March 2002 newsletter

GIVE KIDS A CHANCE ? WATCH THEM AROUND WATER!
Drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children under four in Arizona. Most of these tragedies occur in a child's own pool. But with alarming frequency, children are also drowning in buckets, toilets, bathtubs and ponds. Anyone with children, anyone with a pool, and any relative, babysitter or friend ever given the responsibility for watching children needs to be aware of this tragedy.

The following are tips on how to help prevent these accidents:
Prevent Drowning

Never leave a child out of supervisory eye contact in or near a pool, not even for a second. There is absolutely no substitute for constant adult supervision. If you must leave the pool area, take your child with you.

Do not place objects (e.g., chairs or tables) near the pool or spa fence that could allow a youngster to climb over or fall in.

Keep toys, particularly tricycles away from the pool. A child playing with these could accidentally fall into the water.

Never leave children unattended around places where water can pose a threat.

5-gallon buckets
bathtubs,
toilets,
ponds,
canals,
any area of open water.
Secure Pools
Pools and spas are attractive to children, and children must be kept away from them without adequate supervision. A fence, wall or natural/artificial barrier should completely enclose your pool or spa. All gates or doors leading from the house to the pool area should have a self?closing and self?latching mechanism that protects against unauthorized entry and use. (The inside latch should be above the reach of toddlers or young children.) Windows and pet doors must be made inaccessible to small children.

Learn CPR (Cardio?Pulmonary?Resuscitation)
CPR instruction is available from a variety of sources around the Metro Phoenix area. Check your local yellow pages under first aid for available classes. (Charges vary.)
Source: Town of Gilbert ? Fire Department ? Water Safety.htm downloaded 5/10/2

Golfer: "This is the worst course I've ever played on."
Caddy: "This isn't the golf course. We left that an hour ago."
DID YOU KNOW?
...that after January 2002, Medicare will pay for nutrition therapy services for people who have diabetes or a renal disease? Source www.hcfa.gov

...that after July 2001, people with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) will not have to wait the required 24 months from the date they were disabled in order to begin receiving Medicare benefits?
Source www.hcfa.gov

...that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Inc. processes Medicare Part A claims in Arizona, and that they created a web site (www.medicareaz.bcbsaz.com) to help keep people in Arizona who are eligible for Medicare informed on subjects related to Medicare?
Source: Arizona Beneficiary Cioalition Newsletter, Vol 6, Winter 2001

... that the Superstition Springs Mall opens its doors at 6 a.m. for walkers?


WHAT'S HAPPENING AT
SUPERSTITION MALL?
"The refashioning of Superstition Springs Mall promises a sleek sophisticated look.

Westcor Shopping Centers' vision of a new, refined atmosphere at Superstition Springs Center is about to be realized. Plans to refashion the center's interior and exterior will build upon its strengths, with new and interesting elements for the benefit of shoppers.

'The subtle yet imaginative redesign will bring new features to the center, including new flooring, an updated interior color scheme, additional living room style seating areas and 50,000 square feet of store area for new and expanding stores. And, that's not all! Elements will include an improved play area, refurbished rest rooms and expanded stores. The first phase of the renovation began in March, and will be complete in November. During this phase, shoppers will notice many changes at the center designed to create an ambiance of understated elegance, which will be highlighted through a range of differing textures, including glass. wood and painted metals.

"In fact, you may have noticed that the food court renovation has begun, and the old flooring is already gone! Shoppers who visit the food court on a Saturday night between May and August will receive a special meal deal coupon book, with discounts and offers for Saturday night meals.

"The second phase of the renovation will begin in December, and will be complete in late 2003. During this phase, the renovation will advance from cosmetic, architectural enhancements to more extensive store repositioning.

"SSC will begin to cluster same-category stores in close proximity to one another at the center: This will help you find your favorite stores all in one area. For example, if you're looking for a children's store, all will be located in the same region of the mall. Or if you need an item for your home, you'll find all of the center's stores that fit your need in one area. This clustering will allow you to better navigate the center and anticipate where to park to make your shopping excursions a lot easier.

"For ongoing updates on the renovation process, visit www.westcor.com." source: www.westcor.com

DESERT SAM TO BUILD NEW 'UNIVERSAL ROOMS"
"Desert Samaritan Medical Center will build the country's first Surgical Transition Intensive Care Unit featuring universal rooms.

"'A universal room can be modified to meet patient's progressive surgical recovery needs,' said Rhonda Anderson, Desert Samaritan Chief Operating Officer. 'In the eastern United States, the concept of the Universal Room has been very successful in caring for cardiac patients.' Desert Samaritan will be the first facility west of the Mississippi River to construct a hospital unit using the universal room concept, and the first in the country to use the concept in caring for surgical patients.

"Following completion of the Surgical Transition ICU in January 2003, a patient requiring intensive care following surgery could be admitted to the new unit where state?of?the?art equipment allows hospital staff to deliver the highest level of care.

"As the patient progresses through the recovery process, the room can be modified to provide telemetry care and acute care without requiring the patient to transfer to another unit. Currently, these patients can be transferred to four or five different rooms during their hospital stay. Clinical equipment is designed to be easily accessible behind custom?designed headwalls and be out of sight when not in use providing a less clinical feeling environment for patients and their families. Adjoining each room is a family area that includes a work desk with Internet access, and ample space for a family member to stay overnight if needed in chairs that can be transformed into single beds. 'The creation of a family space in these new rooms, continues to emphasize the importance Desert Samaritan places on involving the family in the care and healing process to the degree they feel comfortable,'" Anderson said.
Source: www.bannerhealthaz.conm/news/universalroom.html downloaded 7/14/02 Last updated: 4/3/2002
REMINDERS:
When you walk your pet, please clean up any messes which it leaves behind. To leave their mess is an HOA violation and a Town of Gilbert Code violation.

If you have any questions for the Board of Directors or comments on the newsletter, call Borg Property Services or attend the monthly Board meeting.

All residents are encouraged to attend the monthly Board of Directors meetings. Call Borg Property Services to confirm the time and location and to insure that we have available seating. You may also check our web page for meeting information.

WHO'S WHO?

FIRE/POLICE DEPT. (EMERGENCY) 911
Fire Dept. (Information) 480-503-6300
Police (Information) 480-503-6500
Gilbert www.ci.gilbert.az.us
HOA Web page:
www.neighborhoodlink.com/gilbert/Stonecreek
Voter Registration/elections 506?1511
Borg Property Services 480-456?6927
Borg Property Services - BorgProp@AOL.COM
- HOA Board of Director - HOA Board of Director
Sean Madigan - HOA Board of Director
Jack Maas - HOA Board of Director
Judy Morgan - HOA Board of Director
Sky Harbor Parking - 602-273-4545
Gilbert Police Crime Prevention 503-6527
Can I burn in my fire place? 506-6400
Town of Gilbert (barking/vicious dogs) 503-6500
Town of Gilbert (dead animal removal) 503-6400
Town of Gilbert (graffiti removal) 503-6500

SELLING YOUR HOME?
Please help yourself by telling your title company that a sale is pending and that they must notify Borg Property Services of the pending sale. Borg Property Services has seven (7) days to inspect your house before the sale can be completed. (House bill 2299) If the inspection must be done in less than seven (7) days because they did not notify Borg Property Services, then Borg Property Services will charge the homeowner an extra fee. Title companies have been known to ask for a rush inspection because they did not notify Borg Property Services, and the homeowner is charged the extra fee. There is always a fee associated with this inspection. The homeowner pays this fee at closing. Contact Borg Property Services for its rates.

NEED TO CONTACT YOUR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY?
Your property management company is Borg Property Services. Direct your questions, compliments and complaints concerning Stonecreek HOA to them.
Office hours are 9-4 M-TH and 9?12 Friday.
Phone: (480) 456?6927 FAX: (480) 456?9439
E-mail: BorgProp@AOL.COM.
Send all correspondence and payments to:
Borg Property Services
1245 W. Guadalupe, #B6-306
Mesa, AZ 85202

APPROVED PAINT COLORS:
BASE COLORS: (Dunn Edwards or equivalent)
Pheasant, Baja White, Desert Dawn,
Navajo White, Bone China

If the house will be all one color, then no ACC approval is needed provided you use an approved Base color. If you are painting the "pop-outs" (raised stucco surrounding the windows and/or garage) an approved trim color, then you do not need to submit an ACC form.

TRIM COLORS: Original Cinnamon, Briar,
Dry Earth, Adobe South
ROOF TILE = Monier #1604 or equivalent Lifetile #108

To review these colors call Frank at 926-4412 (Stonecreek Resident). You may review the chips in his home or checked out to review at your home. Please respect Frank as a fellow homeowner and contact him only between the hours of 10 am-8 PM, Monday-Friday.

If you choose a different color than those approved by the ACC, then you must submit an ACC form with a large sample of the color you wish to use. You must allow 45 days for approval of a new color.

Homeowners have painted the following locations if you would like to drive by and check them out.
543 N. Quartz street (Baja White, trim cinnamon)
1414 E. Mineral - Bone China with Dry Earth
1501 E. Commerce - Desert Dawn with Dry Earth

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE:
August 10, 2002 is the deadline for all information to be in the next issue. (1268 E. Laurel Ave., Gilbert, AZ 85234.) This Newsletter is published monthly by the Stonecreek HOA. Contact Borg Property Services with questions/comments.

NOTE: The HOA does not endorse any product listed in this newsletter.