29811 North Tatum Blvd.Cave Creek, Arizona 85331

Office: (480) 473-1763Fax: (480) 473-1912

Compliance: (480) 563-5759

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Association Staff members:

Scott Flanery, Community Manager

Kathy Beckler, Office Manager

Terra France, Resale Specialist/Receptionist

Fay Pisarczyk, Compliance Coordinator

Lourdes Torres, Architecture Liaison

Susan Kovitz-Tasky, Accountant (PT)

Buddy France, Compliance (PT)

Stop by and visit your staff members.

Hours of operation 8 am – 5 pm, Mon. – Fri.

Board ofDirectors:

Tom Callahan, President

Rick Nowell, Vice President

David Roland, Treasurer

Roy Brotherhood, Secretary

Chuck Teater, Member

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President’s Message July 2020

Manager’s Report

This morning I was up at 5:30 am (usual for my wife, not me). I figured taking the dog for a walk before the real heat set in would be a good idea. I discovered it is quite pleasant that early in the morning. I may become an early riser; but sadly, probably not. Anyway, I am training our eleven month old Rottweiller for obedience competition. Training had been going well till this morning, when she mistook the command Down, Stay and Recall for quickly running away from her trainer. She was out of sight in the blink of an eye. The hunt was on, and so was my anxiety! My loving wife, in her bathrobe, jumped into her SUV and joined the hunt. I made a quick call to our favorite Community Manager, Scott Flanery, and he joined the hunt. At this point, you may be wondering why I’m blabbering on about my little crisis? Well, maybe I’m trying to say our neighborhood is a busy, friendly place to experience in the morning. While searching for the dog, I must have seen over 40 people out walking dogs, with children or adults walking together. Each person I spoke with was friendly, and offered to help find our dog. I was impressed! Now, I may never experience that again with my avoidance of early mornings. But, it was heart-warming to realize it is happening........Oh, by the way, my neighbor told me where to find our dog; on another neighbor’s porch keeping her entertained. Nice Neighborhood!

By Tom Callahan

By Scott FlaneryTatum Ranch homeowners are looking up and seeing a lot of roof work getting done in the neighborhoods. Many roofs have reached that point of needing new paper or underlayment. The HOA doesn’t require an architectural approval for the maintenance work. But many homeowners are finding out that matching the old roof tiles to new tiles is the hardest part. The roofers usually have to replace about 10% of the tiles that have broken when they are taken up. We are finding out that matching the color of the old tile with the new is the hardest part of the job. The photos included show that some roofers don’t get very close in matching the color. That’s when we have to ask the homeowner to find a better match. The roofer says he did the job as per contract and the homeowner is left with extra work and expense to correct the roofer’s idea of matching the color. We strongly suggest that you get an actual sample of the new tile and compare it to your current roof tile. Many find out that what the roofer says matches does not come close. Don’t assume that the roofer has the same expectations of matching your tile as you do. Just imagine looking at one of these roofs every day for the next twenty years.

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2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING SCHEDULEBoard meetings are held the third Wednesday of every other month (except the November meeting) in the Community Room at the Association Office. Start time of the general meeting is dependent upon any appeals to be heard at the meeting. The appeal portion of the meeting begins at 6:15 p.m. You will find the meeting agenda on the home page of the Tatum Ranch website, www.tatumranch.org or on the Association bulletin board a few days prior to the meeting date. Meetings are subject to change. Please call the office at 480-473-1763 to verify the dates and times of the meetings.

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FOOTHILLS FOOD BANK

Foothills Food Bank: If you would like to donate to a charity, keep Foothills Food Bank in mind. You can donate food or other non-perishables here at the office. (29811 N. Tatum Blvd) Donations are also welcome. The Foothills Food Bank helps people who have lost their jobs, fallen upon hard times, have an illness, or other situations that cause a hardship. If you need assistance, please contact them at (480) 488-1145 or visit them at 6038 E. Hidden Valley Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331. Hours: Monday thru Friday 9 – 3 pm.; Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5:30 – 8:00 pm. If you or someone you know needs assistance, please contact Foothills Food Bank. For those of you who donate; thank you for your support!

Friendly reminder; your assessments are due July 1, and October 1. Please remember to write your account number on your check whether you use our drop box or mail your payment in. Don’t forget, you will receive a $15.00 late notice after the 15th. If you have changed your address, phone number or email address, please call or send an email to the office.

BULK TRASHOur next pick up scheduled will be in August 2020.Please do not put bulk trash out until August 22, for a pick-up start date of August 31st. Some residents like to “jump the gun” and put things out earlier, thus receiving a Courtesy Letter.

DROP BOX AT THE OFFICE

Don’t forget, we have a drop box at the office for those occasions when you don’t have the time to come into the office. You can use this box for payments, forms, correspondence, etc. As you come up the Association steps, veer to your left and you will see the Envelope Drop (it is to the right of the Admin. Door). Open it and drop your materials through the slot. You can always call the office at 480-473-1763 to verify we did receive your information.

ASSESSMENTS

September 7 Office Closed October 9, 10 & 11 Garage SaleOctober 24 Halloween BashNovember 26 & 27 Office Closed December 5 Annual MeetingDecember 25 Office Closed

Dates To Remember

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SocialCommittee UPDATE

Please come join usWe are serving coffee again. We are encouraging our residents to practice safe distancing while enjoying each other’s company. Every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 -11am; coffee and cookies. We enjoy visiting with our residents who come in for coffee. Come and join us!

Annual Meeting UpdateI cannot believe it is time to start thinking about the Annual Meeting. This year the Annual Meeting for the Tatum Ranch Community Association will be held in the Community Room on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at 10:00 am. Among the agenda items is announcing the results of elections, if we have any, for the positions on the Board of Directors and Architectural Committee. These two bodies are comprised of homeowners who volunteer their time and talents to set policy and provide direction for the Association.

Nomination and Self-Nomination forms will be sent out in the September Tatum Talk, which will go out early. Nominations close and must be received at the Association office by noon on Friday, September 11, 2020. If you are interested in serving your community, take the time to fill out and submit an application.

Our community is part of the Dark Sky program with the City of Phoenix. Dark Sky’s mission is to help reduce the impact that artificial lightning has our environment. For those of you who are new to the area or this program, it is to reduce the energy output of outdoor lighting, reduce the impact artificial light has on our wildlife, help with human health, reduce the glare at night for motorist’s safety, and to reduce crime so the perpetrators can’t hide in the shadows. The website is loaded with information if you are interested in learning more at https://www.darksky.org/our-work/conservation/idsp/. For this issue, this link will take you to some fun activities for your family to check out or do together. The page has four sections: Families Arts & Crafts, Night Sky Citizen Sky, Virtual Tours, and Resources for Educators. Please click on https://www.darksky.org/family-activities-to-enjoy-the-night-from-home.

I hope you have fun with your children.(Even big kids might enjoy these!)

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This issue will give you some information about Scorpions. We have had a few scorpions in our home; have you? I was stung a few years back. Boy did that hurt. It felt like someone put a hot needle in my foot.

Did you know that we have about 90 different species in Arizona? The Desert Hairy Scorpion is the largest scorpion in the United States. They can grow to more than 4 inches long. They like to eat small lizards, other scorpions, crickets, spiders, centipedes and other insects. They burrow to find water. In general, scorpions have 4 pairs of legs with pincers like little lobster claws. They have a venom bulb at the end of a long tail, called the telson. They are active and feed at night. Scorpions like to hide during the daytime so check your shoes or clothes before putting them on.

They will hide in corners so dust or vacuum those well. One interesting fact, that I didn’t know, is they can live months on water only, which they will burrow to find. You might even see them under your sink or in the bathtub. To keep these guys out of your house, keep

your doors closed, caulk door openings, screen openings, and window cracks. Eliminate their food source around your house. Remove piles of trash, decaying wood, piles of junk or piles of rock. If you are curious as to whether you have any around your house, buy a blue light and go look around your house. They will become fluorescent with neon shades of yellow, green or blue. They will sting you if you get too close. It may cause pain, swelling or

tenderness for some people. Others will have an allergic reaction. People normally get stung on either their hands or bare feet. The For more information: https://www.tripsavvy.com/scorpions-in-phoenix-2677331 or https://www.tripsavvy.com/the-most-common-types-of-scorpions-in-arizona-4580502

Scorpions give birth to live babies. Baby scorpions are called scorplings. The picture on the right shows babies on their mother’s back. She can carry up to 100 scorplings and they don’t leave until their first molt which varies by the kind of scorpion. They are very hard to see since they are so small and light in color, but if you do see one, there are probably more. So, keep an eye out. Their venom is the same strength as an adult scorpion. Babies do not glow like adults. Since it is summertime, please keep an eye out for these guys. For more information: https://www.thoughtco.com/scorpion-facts-4135393

Animals of the Sonoran Desert

I was curious about what animals live in the Sonoran Desert. I have written about quite a few in the past. When I looked at this picture, I realized that I have more animals to write about.

If you missed those articles, you can go to our website: www.tatumranch.org. Click on News and Activities to find previous newsletters.

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Living with Urban Wildlife in our Community

COMPLIANCE C RNER C RNER

Welcome to all our new residents!!!Just a short statement regarding the Tatum Ranch Guidelines.

If you did not read the Guidelines prior to buying, like me, please take a few quiet moments to read them while lounging by the pool or in front of the air conditioner. I have had several residents shocked to get a Courtesy Letter regarding a violation, especially for those unaware of what may be a violation. Just check the Guidelines or call the Tatum Ranch office. Each Homeowner’s Association rules are different. Click here to read the guidelines: http://tatumranch.org/resources/documents/CommunityLiving2020.pdf

Here are just a few of the violation areas of question:String Lights- Not permitted except for the Holiday season (Halloween, Christmas, and New Years).Boats, RV’s, and Trailers- Allowed 48 hours in a 7-day period to load and unload. Overnight Street Parking- Not permitted from 12a-6a, unless you have a special Waiver (Police, Caregiver, etc.)

Additions/Changes to the outside of your home-Must have Architectural Committee Approval prior to starting the project.

Always feel free to give me a call if you need some guidance regarding a violation or whatever.

Fay

LUXOR LANDSCAPINGTake care in trimming and thinning your shrubs and trees. There is the potential

of a few thunderstorms and those storms produce gusty and destructive winds that can pull trees out of the ground and

destroy tree limbs. The best way to protect a tree is to trim the crown of the overgrowth, water deeply, and never stake a tree with a single

pole attached to the tree. To properly trim a tree, look for branches that have a lot of side

branches; then trim the outside the branches so that you can see the sky through the canopy.

Thinning is done a little at a time, looking at the tree from all angles after a few cuts to make sure it looks

symmetrical.

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Welcome to July 2020!!!!

Rattlesnakes Don’t forget to watch out for rattlesnakes! Rattlesnakes are most active from March through October. In the spring, they are active during the daylight hours. In early May when the weather is hot, they become more active at night and spend the day in the shade or cool a spot. So watch your step, where you place your hands and use a flashlight at night! For snake removal; Phoenix Herpetological Society 602-550-1090; Arizona Herpetological Society 480-894-1625.

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Open Garage Doors:

Our community is known for its burglary rate. Open garage doors are the biggest problem we have in our area. Does your neighbor leave their garage door open frequently, without being around? Our biggest problem is with the folks that open them every day, for whatever reason, and leave them open, even partially. If you see your neighbor’s garage door open, you should mention this article and the fact that according to our police, homes are being burglarized because open garage doors are an easy, low-hassle way in. Think about all the times you leave your garage door open: bringing in the groceries, yard work, just riding your bicycle around the block, etc. Those simple tasks leave your garage door open for thieves to come in and take items out of your garage, while you are out of sight. Some of you think, by leaving your garage door open partially, that you are cooling off the garage when it’s hot. Unfortunately, that not only gives thieves a way in, but also unwanted visitors such as ground squirrels, rabbits or possibly a rattlesnake. On occasion, we all forget to close the garage door, but be a good neighbor and let them know.

Tatum Ranch approved plant list Tatum Ranch has a variety of plants to choose from when thinking of redoing or adding to your yard. If you don’t have a paper copy of this list, you can get it in the office or go online at www.tatumranch.org. Under Docs & Forms, look for Tatum Ranch Approved Plants list. The plants listed are the ONLY plants allowed in Tatum Ranch. Please remember to fill out an Application for Design Review form, if you are making changes. Many people ask the following questions when searching for new plants: Does the plant have a lot of droppings? How much growth occurs? How much water does it use? Can I plant it in full sun? Does it bloom and when? This tree was added to our plant list at the May 11, 2020 Architectural Committee meeting. Western Redbud (cercis occidentalis) is a tree or may be trimmed as a shrub. The branches are silvery-grey with masses of brilliant magenta-colored flowers which

attract hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, and other native pollinators. After it blooms, it has a purple-brown pod which adorns the branches in the summertime. In the fall, the leaves turn a golden-yellow and rust-red color. The Western Redbud can be planted in partial or full sun. It blooms best in full sun and tolerates dry conditions. Deep watering on a regular basis will promote a vigorous lush growth. Otherwise, it is quite reliable once it’s established. It may get an occasional caterpillar attack which can be controlled with spraying. It is resistant to oak root fungus. It can grow to 10-20 feet high and 10-20 feet wide. The leaves are heart-shaped. Pruning should be done in the winter or after it blooms. For more information: https://www.gardenista.com/posts/gardening-101-eastern-redbud-cercis-canadensis-trees-planting-care-and-design-guide/ or https://www.gardenia.net/plant/cercis-

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DESERT WILLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOLDear Tatum Ranch Community,

This spring has been different from any other spring in my memory. It started with a global pandemic and the unprecedented closing of schools, stay at home orders, and a still-unexplained toilet paper shortage! As our staff and students transitioned to distance learning for the remainder of the year, I was impressed by the sense of community that was evident almost everywhere. I saw neighbors helping each other out with groceries and other supplies and parents lifting each other up when homeschooling (or more accurately, crisis schooling) and working from home seemed like too much. As we adjusted to the reality of life in the spring of 2020, our collective focus shifted to new ways of building community and helping our children grow up to be thoughtful, compassionate, kind citizens. As an educator, I want every child to excel in school. But to me, excelling in school is more than just earning top grades in academics. It is also developing the social and emotional skills that will set our kids apart in the future. In spite of every challenge that we faced this spring, the silver lining is the opportunity we had to help our kids embrace empathy and become the citizens our society needs.

As I write this, we are faced with another opportunity. Many of you have watched the events in Minneapolis unfold, from the death of George Floyd, to the public response. This response has touched our community and we must seize this opportunity to teach our kids to be better. I encourage you to engage in critical conversations about race, oppression, and being a force for good. Our children will be the change-makers of the future and it is our duty to equip them to make a difference.

School is closed for the summer, but I am looking forward to welcoming students back in August. Our office reopens on July 13 and we will be accepting student registrations. This summer I encourage you to be bold, make memories, and most of all; stay safe.Sincerely,Staci Wiese, PrincipalDesert Willow Elementary School