Cottonwood Palo Verde at Sun Lakes, HOA #2 25219 S. EJ Robson Blvd. Sun Lakes, AZ 85248 480-895-3550 www.cottonwoodpaloverde.com INSIDE THIS ISSUE 1 Noteworthy News & Notices 2 Golf 3 Odds & Ends 4 Recreation 5 Restaurant Menus & Events 6 Committee Information, Contact Numbers FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ANY OF THESE TOPICS PLEASE CHECK THE CWPV WEBSITE. GOLDEN ALGAE "These organisms are mostly found in areas of freshwater such as lakes, rivers and ponds." Characteristics of Golden Algae NOTEWORTHY NEWS AND NOTICES NEW PROGRAM FOR 2018 COFFEE WITH THE GENERAL MANAGER I'm excited to inform you of a new program in 2018. We are going to conduct a series of meetings to discuss current topics and focus on a different department each month. I hope you will make time to attend one of the upcoming meetings. The first meeting is Wednesday, February 28th at 9:00am in the Saguaro Room. Jim Miller, our facilities manager, will discuss his department. Please watch The Flyer and In The Know for the meeting schedule. -Steve Nolan, GM WHAT IS KILLING THE FISH IN OUR LAKES? We ve experienced a slow but steady fish kill the past month on most of our lakes in Cottonwood Palo Verde, lakes throughout Sun Lakes and even at Tempe Town Lake. The question we receive is what is killing the fish? The answer is Golden Algae. GA (Prymnesium parvum) is a single-cell species of algae that is found in waters all around the world. In Arizona, it was first discovered in 2005 at Water Ranch Lake in Gilbert. How it got here is still unknown, but like all aquatic invasive species, this organism can easily spread and affect the fisheries. As a chlorophyll-containing organism it can produce its own food like any other plant by using sunlight and nutrients. Golden Algae can also release chemical compounds that combine with minerals in the water to produce toxins that cause fish kills in order to release nutrients and feed. The good news is that GA is harmless to air-breathing organisms. When GA blooms (enters a phase of rapid growth & reproduction) it can produce toxins that harm or kill gill-breathing organisms like fish, freshwater mussels, clams, the gill-breathing juvenile stage of frogs and other amphibians. A GA fish kill may last for days, weeks or months. Sometimes only a portion of a lake is affected, but the location can change from one day to the next. This is exactly what makes detection and confirmation a challenge like we had on our lakes. Furthermore, even if you confirm the presence of GA within a water, it doesn t mean that it is producing the toxins. Scientists are still working to develop an accurate method of detecting GA toxins. Thus, the presence of GA does not guarantee that it will kill fish. Many waters in the southeast USA as well as here in Arizona have never experienced a fish kill despite having GA. Symptoms of GA include dead or dying fish, usually multiple species and sizes; water that has a golden, copper, yellowish, or tea-colored hue; bubbles that stick on the water surface like a soap or foam, usually near aeration devices, fountains, or waterfalls and lethargic fish that don t spook or flee when you approach. GA blooms are more likely to occur in cold weather, and sometimes taper off as the water warms and other species of algae (green or blue-green) become more active. Golden Algae is a tiny organism that has the potential to pack a deadly punch. The GA is not harmful to pets or other terrestrial wildlife if they contact or drink the lake water. At this point there is no magic cure to remove GA from Sun Lakes. All we can do is prevent the spread to the best of our ability. Unfortunately it is spreading, but rest assured it doesn t automatically mean doom and gloom for the infected water. -AZ GAME AND FISH contributed to this article. PICKLEBALL & TENNIS REMINDER Remember when you play Tennis, Pickleball or Bocce Ball at night, please turn off your court lights when play is completed.
The Flyer Golf Page 2 GOLF WINTER GOLF SCHEDULE COTTONWOOD MONDAY- 8:30AM & 1:00PM SHOTGUNS TUESDAY- TEE TIMES BEGINNING AT 7:30AM WEDNESDAY- TEE TIMES BEGINNING AT 7:30AM THURSDAY- 8:30AM & 1:00PM SHOTGUNS FRIDAY- 8:30AM & 1:00PM SHOTGUNS SATURDAY- 8:30AM & 1:00PM SHOTGUNS SUNDAY- 8:30AM & 1:00PM SHOTGUNS PALO VERDE MONDAY- 8:30AM & 1:00PM SHOTGUNS TUESDAY- 8:30AM & 1:00PM SHOTGUNS WEDNESDAY- TEE TIMES BEGINNING AT 7:30AM THURSDAY- TEE TIMES BEGINNING AT 7:30AM FRIDAY- 8:30AM & 1:00PM SHOTGUNS SATURDAY- 8:30AM & 1:00PM SHOTGUNS SUNDAY- TEE TIMES BEGINNING AT 7:30AM INTRO TO GOLF YOGA Focus on flexibility & strength Stretches to do before & after your round Breathing techniques No previous yoga experience is required. $45.00 February Series: Mondays - February 5, 12, 19, 26-7:30am-8:30am - CW Dance Room (A-6) Register at CW Pro Shop. $30 All Day Palo Verde Sunday Special (not including cart). Call 480-895-0300 two days in advance to book your Sunday Special. $25 after 2:30pm. Must be a Sun Lakes homeowner or renter. 2017-2018 GOLF ANNUALS Cottonwood Pro Shop Hours: 7:00am-5:00pm Palo Verde Pro Shop Hours: 7:00am-5:00pm You may purchase the Annual Membership by cash, check or credit card including American Express (service fee will apply). 2017-2018 CWPV GOLF RATES ANNUALS CWPV HOMEOWNERS PHASE 1/3 HOMEOWNERS CWPV COMBO: $1,725 CWPV COMBO: $1,925 PV ONLY: $1,225 PV ONLY: $1,425 GENDER DAY ONLY MEMBERSHIP CW: $700 (No Preferred T-Times; Must join appropriate club) PV: $550 (No Preferred T-Times; Must join appropriate club) PLAY CARDS CWPV HOMEOWNERS CW LADY NINERS 25-PLAY CARD CWPV $1,325 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP: $275 25-PLAY CARD PV ONLY: $ 850 *15-PLAY CARD CWPV: $ 870 *15-PLAY CARD PV ONLY: $ 550 *10-PLAY CARD CWPV: $ 600 PHASE 1/3 HOMEOWNERS *10-PLAY CARD PV ONLY: $ 375 25-PLAY CARD: $1,425 *5-PLAY CARD CWPV: $ 325 *5-PLAY CARD PV ONLY: $ 200 5-PLAY CART FEE CARD: $ 75 (Both courses; for 2 people) * Denotes No Preferred T-Times DAILY GREEN FEES, ETC. (Homeowner / Guest) CW 18 HOLES IN-SEASON (11/1/17 3/31/18): $70 CW 18 HOLES IN-SEASON (11/1/17 3/31/18): $55 (1:30PM-2:30PM) CW 18 HOLES IN SEASON (11/1/17 3/31/18): $40 (2:30PM-AFTER) CW 18 HOLES MID-SEASON (4/1/18 5/31/18): $55 CW 18 HOLES MID-SEASON (4/1/18 5/31/18): $40 (1:00PM 3:00PM) CW 18 HOLES MID-SEASON (4/1/18 5/31/18): $25 (3:00PM AFTER) CW 18 HOLES SUMMER (6/1/18 10/31/18): $35-$25-$15 PV 18 HOLES IN-SEASON (11/1/17 5/31/18): $45 PV 18 HOLES IN-SEASON (11/1/17 5/31/18): $25 (2:30PM-AFTER) PV 18 HOLES SUMMER (6/1/18 10/31/18): $25 PV 18 HOLES SUMMER (6/1/18 10/31/18): $10 (12:00PM-AFTER) 18 HOLE CART FEE: $10 per person 18 HOLE CART FEE: REDUCED GREEN FEE TIMES $5 per person 18 HOLE CLUB RENTAL: $30 per person "It took me seventeen years to get 3,000 hits in baseball. I did it in one afternoon on the golf course." Babe Ruth
The Flyer Odds & Ends Page 3 2018 ANNUAL BOARD ELECTION & FITNESS ACTIVITY CENTER VOTE BOARD ELECTION The end of March 2018, there will be two (2) open positions on the Board. Terms will be ending for Woody Neiman and Mel Rasmussen, both of whom have the option of running for a second term. FOR THOSE HOMEOWNERS INTERESTED IN RUNNING FOR THE BOARD, CANDIDATE APPLICATION PACKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT HOMEOWNER SERVICES STARTING MONDAY, JANUARY 29TH. FITNESS ACTIVITY CENTER VOTE This second (2 nd ) vote is necessary to approve the financing package for the Fitness Activity Center Project. The design and construction plans are underway and will be presented to Homeowners at two (2) Workshops on Monday, March 5 th @ 10:00am in the San Tan Ballroom and 6:00pm in the Saguaro Room. On March 23, the results of the Board Election and Fitness Activity Center vote will be reported by the Election Committee and publicized in The Flyer and on our website. New board members will take office at the Annual Board Meeting on March 28th. TIMING OF EVENTS (NOTICE: No signs, flyers or campaigning allowed until February 14) Candidate Applications Monday, Jan. 29 -- Homeowner Services NOW AVAILABLE Cut-off for Candidate Applications Monday, February 12 -- Homeowner Services 4:00pm Verify Candidate Applications Tuesday, Feb. 13-9:00am Post Qualified Candidate Names Wednesday, Feb. 14 Campaign Period Begins Wednesday, Feb. 14 Mail Ballots Wednesday, Feb. 28 Fitness Activity Center Info Session Monday, March 5 -- San Tan Ballroom 10:00am & Workshop Monday, March 5 -- Saguaro Room 6:00pm "Meet the Candidates Night" Tuesday, March 6 -- San Tan Ballroom 6:30pm Voting Day Wednesday, March 21 -- Homeowner Services 4:00pm - 5:00pm Cut-off Date for Receiving Ballots Wednesday, March 21 -- 5:00pm Ballot Counting Day Thursday, March 22 -- Palo Verde 8:30am Annual Meeting Wednesday, March 28 -- San Tan Ballroom 4:00pm PALO VERDE MAINTENANCE RENOVATION PROJECT Open House! Come see the renovated Palo Verde Maintenance Facility - Thursday, February 15th - 9:00am to 11:00am. SUN LAKES "SHRED DAY" Saturday, March 3rd - 9:00am to 12:00pm - Location in Sun Lakes Country Club (Phase 1). Limit of 2 boxes please. NOW HIRING! Asst. Common Area Manager Cooks Bussers Greenskeeper Housekeepers Dishwashers Please contact Bonnie Martin @ 480-384-4076 or email bmartin@sunlakes2.com PET OWNERS When you are out walking your pet and enjoying the Cottonwood Palo Verde surroundings, I hope you are not this person: Inconsiderate dog owner who does not pick up after their pet. This failure forces the rest of us who wish to enjoy the same surroundings to tip toe around the mess created by you and your pet. Please don t be that inconsiderate pet owner. Don t walk your pets next to the greenbelt fence line. Walk them next to the walking path. And PLEASE pick up after your pet at ALL times. CHAPTER 6-03 SECTION II of the Sun Lakes HOA #2 Policy Manual defines all the rules and fines for pet violations. The Homeowner Handbook states: No homeowner shall permit his or her dog, cat or other animal to create unsanitary conditions anywhere on common properties. Please be accountable for you and your pet. -Dick Gothier, Security Patrol Manager, CWPV DISCLAIMER The materials comprising The Flyer are provided by Sun Lakes HOA#2 Management and staff as a service to our members for informational purposes only. While every effort is made to insure the information contained in The Flyer is accurate, errors may occur. We apologize for any inconveniences, but will not be held liable or responsible for any such errors that may occur.
The Flyer Recreation Page 4 RECREATION EVENTS Ladies Coffee Wed., Feb. 7 10:30am San Tan Ball Room $3 Rover s Rest Stop Sat., Feb. 10 9:00am-Noon Dance Room (A6) Healthwaves Lab Mon., Feb. 12 8:00am-Noon Paint Room (A7) Screening RC Dermatology Wed., Feb. 14 8:00am-11:00am Phoenix Room (A9) Clinic Lion City 2 Wed., Feb 21 9:00am-3:00pm Phoenix Room (A9) Exercise Equip Classes-Deryk Wed., Feb. 21 12:00 Noon Sign up at Homeowner Services SHOWS SHOW TICKETS - ALL SHOWS IN THE SAN TAN BALLROOM "REVOICED" - $20 AT Homeowner Services Show is Friday, February 23rd @ 7:00pm "RHINESTONE COUNTRY" - $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Tuesday, February 27th @ 7:00pm NEW YORK/NEW YORK - $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Wednesday, March 7th @ 3:00pm SUPER HUEY LEWIS - $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Wednesday, March 14th @ 7:00pm THE DREAM GIG (Elvis & Lennon) - $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Tuesday, March 20th @ 7:00pm THE 3 INTERNATIONAL TENORS - $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Tuesday, April 10th @ 7:00pm "ABBAFAB" - $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Tuesday, May 1st @ 7:00pm TICKETS ON SALE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13th NOT FADE AWAY (The Day the Music Died - Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & The Big Bopper) $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Tuesday, June 12th @ 7:00pm DECEMBER 63 (Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Tribute) $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Tuesday, July 24th @ 7:00pm TICKETS ON SALE TUESDAY, MARCH 20th LINDA RONSTADT - $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Tuesday, August 14th @ 7:00pm THE GLEN CAMPBELL STORY - $20 at Homeowner Services Show is Tuesday, September 25th @ 7:00pm CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2018 CRYSTAL AWARD WINNERS This year's Crystal Award Honorees are: Elaine Kraemer, Sharon McKoy, Mel Rasmussen, Bob Rouleau, Eileen Bergesen, Janice Cournoyer and Candy Clark. The 9th Annual Crystal Awards will be held at the San Tan Ballroom on Sunday, March 11th starting at 5:00pm. Tickets on sale for $20 each at Homeowner Services. COTTONWOOD PALO VERDE EASTER EGG HUNT & GOLF CART PARADE Saturday, March 31st - Starting at 8:30am - Decorate your golf cart. Two Categories: Best Easter Theme or Best Decorated. 1st place - $150; 2nd Place $100; 3rd Place $50! Spring fun! Free
The Flyer Restaurant Menus & Events Page 5 FEBRUARY 2 FEBRUARY 9 COTTONWOOD CC Entertainment Friday, February 2 Flipside 45 6:30pm-9:30pm Saturday, February 3 Karaoke 5:00pm-9:00pm Friday, February 9 Paul Wells 6:30pm-9:30pm Daily Specials *Happy Hour Everyday*- 3:00pm-6:00pm Serving Breakfast Daily - 7:00am-11:00am Serving Lunch Daily - 11:00am-5:00pm Serving Dinner Daily - 5:00pm-8:00pm Friday - Fish Fry $10.00 & Full Menu - 5:00pm-8:00pm Saturday Chef Special Full Menu 5:00pm-8:00pm Sunday- Sunday Brunch Buffet $9.95 Buffet until 1:00pm/Full Menu-Chef Special *Super Bowl Party* Doors open at 3:00pm Monday *HORSE RACES* $10.00 Buffet 5:00pm-8:00pm Pit Ham, Herb Mashed Potatoes, Carrots Tuesday Carving Station Prime Rib $15.95 Full Menu 5:00pm-8:00pm Wednesday - Ribs $10.00 & Full Menu - 5:00pm-8:00pm Thursday Pasta Special $12.95 Create your own Pasta Action Station Full Menu 5:00pm-8:00pm Friday - Fish Fry $10.00 & Full Menu - 5:00pm-8:00pm Take Out Call (480)895-9688 PALO VERDE CC Entertainment Saturday, February 3 John Demand 5:30pm-8:30pm Wednesday, February 7 Pam & Dave 6:00pm-9:00pm Thursday, February 8 - Memories 5:30pm-8:00pm Daily Specials *Happy Hour Everyday*- 3:00pm-6:00pm Serving Lunch - Mon-Sat - 11:00am-2:00pm Serving Dinner - Wednesday-Sat - 4:30pm-8:00pm Friday - Fish & Chips $10.50 February 2 - Cocktail Corner $9.00 4:00pm-7:00pm Salad Bar, Build Your Own Tacos, Rice, Beans, Flan Saturday Build your own Personal Pizza $9.00 Bar - Dining Room - Full Menu - 2:00pm-8:00pm Sunday - Champagne Brunch $13.95 10:00am-1:00pm *TRIVIA* 5:00pm - Limited Menu & Buffet Monday-Tuesday- Lounge - 10:00am-6:00pm Lunch Menu - 11:00am-2:00pm (Dining Room Closed) Wednesday U-10 Scallops $19.00 Dining Room - Full Menu - 4:30pm-8:00pm Thursday - Prime Rib: Queen Cut $16.00 or King Cut $18.00 Dining Room - Full Menu - 4:30pm-8:00pm Friday - Fish & Chips $10.50 February 9 - Cocktail Corner $9.00 4:00pm-7:00pm Salad Bar, Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Apple Cobbler Reservations Call (480)895-1981 Take Out Call (480)895-5496 COTTONWOOD EVENTS -ALL TICKETS AT HOMEOWNER SERVICES All events are in the San Tan Ballroom Sunday, February 4 - SUPER BOWL PARTY CW Bar & Grille - NO TICKETS - First Come, First Served $12 (plus tax & gratuity) - Doors & Buffet open 3:00pm 4:30pm Super Bowl Starts - Bloody Mary Specials! Wednesday, February 14 - LOVE IS IN THE AIR $35 Singles / $70 Couples (includes tax & gratuity) Doors open 5:30pm - Dinner 6:00pm Entertainment by Outside The Line Band 6:30pm Saturday, March 17 - ST. PATRICK'S CELEBRATION $27 (includes tax & gratuity) - Tickets available Monday, Feb. 12th Doors open 5:30pm - Buffet 6:00pm Entertainment by Thaddeus Rose 6:30pm-9:30pm Tuesday, March 27 - COTTONWOOD CORRAL $20 (includes tax & gratuity) - Tickets available Monday, Feb. 19th Doors open 5:30pm - Buffet 6:00pm Boot Scootin' Entertainment by Kenny Hess 6:00pm PALO VERDE EVENTS - RESERVATIONS 480-895-1981 Please call for Reservations -- Dress Code Enforced Wednesday, February 14 - VALENTINE'S DAY $37 (plus tax & gratuity) - Dinner Served 4:30pm-8:00pm Music by Soul Impressions 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, February 24 - WINE FROM AROUND THE WORLD $23 (plus tax & gratuity) - Includes Wine & Food 5 Different Wine & Food Stations 5:00pm-7:30pm Saturday, March 3 - FEAST ON THE FAIRWAY $29 (plus tax & gratuity) - Cocktail Hour on Patio 4:30pm Dinner served 5:30pm on PV Golf Course 9th Fairway Saturday, March 17 - ST. PATRICK'S DAY LUNCH $15 (plus tax & gratuity) - 11:00am to 2:00pm Saturday, March 17 - ST. PATRICK'S DAY DINNER $20 (plus tax & gratuity) - Buffet 4:30pm-8:00pm No Dinner Menu Available Music by Memories 5:30pm-8:00pm PLAN YOUR CATERING, PARTIES AND BANQUETS WITH ANDY! Call for more information 480-895-0339
The Flyer Board Meetings, Committee Info., Contact Numbers Page 6 Homeowner Services 480-895-9606 FAX: 480-802-5203 Administration Center 480-895-3550 FAX: 480-895-3802 Banquets/Catering 480-895-0339 CW Bar & Restaurant 480-895-9688 PV Lounge & Restaurant 480-895-1981 CW Pro Shop 480-895-9449 PV Pro Shop 480-895-0300 FAX: 480-895-5621 Human Resources 480-384-4076 FAX: 480-384-4097 Patrol 480-895-9277 San Tan Gate 480-895-6846 Emergency 911 REMINDER: If you have maintenance concerns such as fitness center equipment that does not work or similar concerns that need immediate attention, please call the Administration Center at 480-895-3550 to report them rather than submitting a Comment Card. BOARD MEETINGS & WORKSHOPS BOARD EXECUTIVE SESSION TOPIC: HOMEOWNER APPEAL - CLOSED SESSION FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2-3:00PM - DON HICKS CONFERENCE ROOM BOARD AGENDA PLANNING MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20-3:00PM - SAGUARO ROOM BOARD MEETING WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28-3:00PM - SAGUARO ROOM BOARD MEETING MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR WEBSITE WWW.COTTONWOODPALOVERDE.COM AND ARE POSTED ON THE ASSOCIATION BULLETIN BOARDS. COMMITTEE NAME MEETING DATE TIME LOCATION ARCHITECTURAL Tuesday, Feb. 6 8:30am Paint Room (A-7) AUDIT & FINANCE Thursday, Mar. 1 3:00pm Phoenix Room COMMUNICATIONS Monday, Feb. 5 8:30am Ceramics Room (A-8) ELECTION *Tuesday, Feb. 13 *9:00am Paint Room (A-7) *Day, Time & Location Change FACILITIES & GROUNDS Tuesday, Feb. 6 10:00am Phoenix Room FOOD & BEVERAGE Thursday, Mar. 1 9:00am Saguaro Room GOLF Wednesday, Feb. 7 *1:00pm Phoenix Room *Time change RECREATION Monday, Feb. 5 1:30pm Phoenix Room SAFETY, SECURITY & ACCESS Wednesday, Feb. 7 10:00am Saguaro Room GET INVOLVED - JOIN THE GOLF COMMITTEE GOLF COMMITTEE The Golf Committee is currently accepting applications to fill one open seat. The Golf Committee researches the wants and concerns of the golfing community to develop recommendations to the Board and Management. The maintenance, care and needs of Cottonwood and Palo Verde golf courses and pro shops are discussed at the monthly meeting. The committee welcomes suggestions and listens to the concerns of all homeowners. The committee annually submits suggestions, plans and cost estimates for different projects for the golf courses and pro shops to the Facilities and Grounds Committee. These suggestions for the two-year plan are then prioritized and presented by Facilities and Grounds to the Board for their approval. The Golf Committee consists of nine members. Each of the six golf associations has one representative and there are three members-at-large. All members are approved by the Board of Directors for a two-year term. The committee meets the first Wednesday of the month (except June, July and August) at 2:00pm in the Phoenix Room (A-9) unless otherwise noted. ADMINISTRATION AND HOMEOWNER SERVICES HOURS Homeowner Services Monday-Friday (year round) 8am-4pm (open during lunch,12-1) Saturday 9am-1pm Administration Center Monday-Friday (year round) 8am-4pm (closed for lunch, 12-1) SIGN UP FOR EMAIL! Sign up to get current news, activities, events and restaurant menus! Go to: www.cottonwoodpaloverde.com, click on Homeowners Only, enter the first 6 digits of your Homeowners Card and click on the link, Email Sign-up/Change Email Address. IF YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS HAS CHANGED be sure to go to the website and UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION. Remember to unsubscribe to your OLD email address when adding the new one!