SUN CITY HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION 2021 JANUARY NEWSLETTER

Announcing SCHOA’s 2021 Membership Drive Start out 2021 as a Winner!

Join SCHOA or renew your membership in 2021 and you will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win a $50 gift card. One drawing for a gift card will take place each month. There will be unannounced special drawings for additional prizes throughout the year and finally in December of 2021, we will have three drawings for three $100 cards. All previous entrants will be eligible for the special drawings and the December drawings.

For more information about SCHOA membership please call 623-974-4718 or visit our website: suncityhoa.org

SCHOA 2021 Annual Meeting

SCHOA will be holding our 2021 Annual Meeting via Zoom this year on Thursday January 14th at 10:00 am.

If you would like to attend the virtual meeting please email marketing@suncityhoa.org Or call 623-242-8903 and leave your name and your email address.

The email with the link for the meeting will be sent out on January 13th.

News from Chairman Hickman, Maricopa County Board of Supervisors As I look back on 2020, I have to say: I did not see that coming. Any of it, really. Maybe you feel the same way.

But heading into the New Year, I have reason for hope.

In mid-December, Maricopa County received its first COVID-19 vaccine doses. Across our state and the nation, I’ve heard frontline health care workers describe this as a “light at the end of the tunnel.” For many of them, it’s the first piece of encouraging news they’ve heard all year. For many of us, it’s a shot at getting back to normal.

Our Public Health team has partnered with healthcare providers around the region to get the vaccine to those at the highest risk of exposure such as healthcare workers and residents of long-term care facilities. In the coming months, more of us will be eligible to receive the vaccine if we choose. You can learn more at Maricopa.gov/COVID19Vaccine. In the meantime, please continue to take precautions to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy.

As challenging as it has been, I am grateful to have had the opportunity to serve as Chairman of the Board of Supervisors over this past year. It’s an honor to represent you.

In your service, Clint Hickman, District 4 Chairman, Maricopa County Board of Supervisors www.maricopa.gov/dist4 602-506-7642

We at SCHOA want to wish you a

Happy New Year.

We are looking forward to 2021 when

we hope will be able to see you in person

once again at our events, or just in the office.

Our office will be closed January 1st

SCHOA’S MISSION STATEMENT

“To preserve Sun City property values through the fair and consistent application of the CC&Rs” (Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions).

Link to the CC&Rs on our website.

YOUR SCHOA COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT GETS RESULTS

BEFORE AFTER

Call 623-974-4718. Our Compliance, Business Partner, and Membership departments are here to

help.

Did you know that SCHOA

has a YouTube channel where you can view

recorded SCHOA meetings? Follow this link.

COMPLIANCE INCIDENT REPORT – THROUGH AUGUST 2020

Opened Closed Opened Closed

Age Restriction 69 93 Fences 28 34

Animal Restrictions 112 148 Grandfather 4 1

Business in home 33 42 Setbacks 12 15

Conditions of Property 2,645 2,927 Sheds 86 91

Construction Standards 4 8 Vehicle 1,673 2,046

Dwelling Condition 11 17 Totals 4,677 5,422

“START WITH SCHOA” If you are planning on doing something to your house, it is better to ask then to build and

find out it violates a CC&R of Sun City.

Call 623-974-4718 and ask to be connected to our Compliance Office.

The Compliance Officers who work in SCHOA’s Compliance Department are the people to ask if you have any questions about the CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions) that

govern Sun City. There are only twenty CC&Rs, but sometimes they are hard to interpret, that is why it is best to call SCHOA at 623-974-4718 and ask speak to a Compliance Officer. We at SCHOA relay on the public to report any problems, or possible issues, that they encounter and it is always better to ask if there is any doubt. Our CC&Rs help to maintain the comfort and beauty that drew

our residents to Sun City in the first place.

Please report any suspected scams to the

Federal Trade Commission via their

website:

ReportFraud.ftc.gov

AS A HOME OWNER &/OR NEW RESIDENT - DEED RESTRICTION ENFORCEMENT BASICS 101

Sun City is a deed restricted community and is most well-known for requiring at least one resident, living in the household, to be 55 years or older. Sun City is also a remarkably clean and well-kept community and much of that has to do with the efforts of Sun City Home Owners Association, the dedicated staff and our Board of Directors in enforcing the Sun City Deed Restrictions. When you purchased your property and became an owner within Sun City, you agreed to comply with the Deed Restrictions – whether you knew of them, read them and/or understood them. Like any easements, Deed Restrictions are recorded documents and they control what you can and cannot do with your property. Courts consider Deed Restrictions to be enforceable and you are: 1. An owner about to buy or sell a home 2. You are a realtor 3. You are a title company SCHOA is able to provide information regarding the property to be assured there are no current violations and/or fees owed. The Administrative Enforcement fee for this service is $200. For more information, contact 623-974-4718 and ask to be connected to the Compliance Department. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the SCHOA compliance officer responsible for your area https://www.suncityhoa.org/cc- and-r-compliance-staff/ and they will be able to talk or set an appointment to meet with you and answer your questions or concerns. The Sun City Home Owners Association (SCHOA) appreciates the cooperation of all of our Sun City residents and with everyone’s help SCHOA will be able to keep our Sun City community “the place we are proud to call HOME!”

The Valley View Foodbank is in need of donations and volunteers

right now - Especially during the holidays.

If you are able to give, these basics help

those in need, it will be appreciated: Healthy cereals, canned meats, peanut

butter, bottles water, oatmeal and jellies.

You can drop off your items at the

Valley View Community Food Bank, 10771 W Peoria Ave.

Sun City 85351. 623-933-3358

Notice:

If you see Dumpsters/Roll-offs parked on the street, please report them to:

Maricopa County Department of Transportation 602-506-6063

The SUN CITY COMMUNITY RESOURCE

GUIDE

Is also available online via our website

Link here.

Why CC&RS Should Matter to You

We all appreciate our neighbors who we see working on their houses and their yards, paying attention to the rules we all agreed to when we bought our homes. Sometimes, however, a few of our neighbors don’t believe the CC&Rs have

anything to do with them, that they are an island unto themselves who can manage their property however they choose and the rest of us be damned. Well, that frankly is not true.

The rules apply to us all and benefit us all. No one is singled out and if you are unsure of the

meaning or purpose of one of the CC&Rs, please call us at 623-974-4718 or email

specialprojects@suncityhoa.org

SCHOA’s Mission Statement:

“To preserve Sun City property values through the fair and consistent

application of the CC&Rs” (Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions).

Please make sure your

Oleanders are trimmed

around the bottom to discourage

nesting.

SCHOA is currently closed to the public.

Call 623-974-4718 speak to someone in our Membership, Compliance or

Business Partner offices.

Or, here is a link to the listings for

Staff contact information.

Wondering something about Sun City but you are not sure who to ask?

“Start with SCHOA”

If we can’t answer your question we will do our best to give you

information about someone who can 623-974-4718.

“START WITH SCHOA” – WHAT DO I DO? SCHOA includes this information in our monthly newsletters to help not only new residents but seasoned residents who need to know who to contact:

MARICOPA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE - EMERGENCY ‘911’ NON EMERGENCY, call 602-876-1011

FOR THE ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICE – Call 602-542-2124 if you believe you have received a solicitation that is a scam by phone, at your door or have been approached outdoors.

WHEN A STREET LIGHT IS OUT - What is the pole’s location? What is the POLE NUMBER? This is an identifier, marked on and located on the pole. Call APS, Arizona Public Service, at 602-371-

7171.

FOR THE RESIDENTIAL SMOKE DETECTOR PROGRAM This is administered by the SUN CITY FIRE & MEDICAL DEPARTMENT; to set an appointment call 623-974-2321 or email smokedetector@suncityfire.com.

WHO IS MY CONDO ASSOCIATION CONTACT? Check first with one of your neighbors for the name of a board member or call the Sun City Condominium Owners Association (COA). Information is available at their website - www.azsccoa.org; call 623-974-9035 or email sccoa@suncitycoa.com.

FOR COMMUNITY INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES – Call 211 or 877-211-8661.

TO REPORT POTHOLES, ROAD DAMAGE, DOWNED TRAFFIC SIGNALS, ROADWAY FLOODING OR HAZARDS and BROKEN SPRINKLERS IN THE MEDIANS –Call the office of the Maricopa County Department of Transportation, MCDOT Radio Dispatch, 602-506-6063, 24/7,and follow the instructions when prompted.

WHO DO I PAY MY RECREATION FEES TO – Call the Recreation Centers of Sun City, 623-561-4603 or visit their corporate offices on the lower level of the Lakeview Recreation Center, 10626 West Thunderbird Blvd, Sun City, 85351.

HERE ARE SOME EASY WAYS TO JOIN SCHOA Obtain a new membership form online go to the SCHOA website - www.suncityhoa.org

Select Membership Application to print the page, complete and return with your payment

You will be able to renew, however, we regret that at this time new memberships cannot be completed online and must be done in person or by mail.

After you have joined, you will have the ability to renew your yearly membership fee online or again in person or by mail. SCHOA dues are voluntary and $25 a year. Call 623-974-4623 please leave a message or send an

email for more information to: membership@suncityhoa.org.

SCHOA MEMBERSHIP = OPPORTUNITY

Complying with the Sun City’s Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) is mandatory for all residents. Beginning with its inception in 1963, the Sun City Home Owners Association (SCHOA) membership, however, has always been voluntary for the citizens. Membership in SCHOA is an opportunity for Sun City residents to make a small monetary contribution with big rewards. Members appreciate the work and the commitment by SCHOA to keep the dues for membership manageably priced for all residents, while working to keep Sun City’s property values where they are today.

The SCHOA organization strives to operate on a modest budget and has maintained the very reasonable price of $25 per year membership fee for the extensive services which are offered. This low cost, allows members to consider and include a donation with their annual membership fee.

All new members need to complete a membership application. Visit www.suncityhoa.org and return it with your payment to the SCHOA office for processing. All current SCHOA members may renew their yearly membership online, if you have not gone past your expiration date. If your expiration date has passed, payment needs to be made either at our office or call membership (623-974-4623) to make a credit card payment.

A SCHOA membership is a perfect way to support Sun City for $25 a year. Find the membership form either online at www.suncityhoa.org or come by and visit the office, 10401 West Coggins Drive, Sun City, AZ 85351, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. and see what we have to offer.

Your Membership Matters Thank you!

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SCHOA’S BUSINESS PARTNER of the MONTH - Selected Based on Your TESTIMONIALS The SCHOA Business Partner of the Month is selected and recognized based on testimonials/evaluations that are received from residents who have used their services or if a Business Partner. Please complete an evaluation when you have received a service from one of our Business Partners. For more information, contact the SCHOA office at 623-242-8764 marketing@suncityhoa.org. Please make sure you update your Contacts so that Rodney Bertram’s email is updated to the marketing@suncityhoa.org email.

At SCHOA we REFER but do not recommend, one Business Partner over another. The referrals are given in random order.

CONGRATULATIONS TO SCHOA’s

DECEMBER BUSINESS PARTNER OF THE MONTH ARMORED ROOFING

We thank Armored Roofing for also sponsoring January in our 2021 Membership Drive

Thank you for providing excellent service and going above and beyond 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.

Our office is closed to the public right now; access to our Business Partner Referral Service is still available on our website and via phone by calling 623-242-8764. Please leave a message; we have been getting a lot of calls.

Search website for Business Partners here by category.

Search Business Partners here by name.

You must be a member of SCHOA to use the Business Partner search features online. Well worth the $25

membership fee. You can also email marketing@suncityhoa.org for more information.

Sun City Home Owners Association - SCHOA 10401 West Coggins Drive, Sun City, AZ 85351 Telephone: 623-974-4718 Fax: 623-977-7095

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