To preserve IronOaks as a desirable adult community that provides an active adult lifestyle for all Homeowners to enjoy for generations to come.

These are just a few of the subjects covered, so please don’t miss anything and read this very important newsletter in full.

• Have You Voted? Important FACE Fund Vote Is Waiting For You!
• Get Inspired!
• Crack Sealing
• Meeting Space Requests for Committees, Sub-Committees, and Task Force Groups

Have you voted? John wants everyone to get out and vote for the FACE Fund and support future amenities for IronOaks.

Watch now!

Did you know that portions of IronOaks are over 25 years old? There comes a time when what was sufficient 25 years ago needs a facelift, or maybe an entirely new look.

The vote in front of the community supports improving IronOaks facilities by increasing the amount an incoming new resident would pay at the time of closing.

Get more detalils:

• Additional information on the vote (PDF)
• If you need your voting credentials, email [email protected]
• If you need questions answered, email [email protected]

• Board Workshop | Wednesday, October 20th, at 9:00am | Oakwood Ballroom | View Agenda (PDF)
• Board Special Meeting | Wednesday, October 20th immediately following Board Workshop | Oakwood Ballroom | View Agenda (PDF)
• Board Meeting | Wednesday, October 27th, at 9:00am | Oakwood Ballroom

• Buildings & Grounds | October 19th at 9:00am | Library
• Finance | October 26th at 9:00am | Bradford Room
• ALC | October 28th at 10:30am | Library

Are you receiving emails from your Unit Captain? We've had many newbies move in who are not receiving communication from their Unit Captain (who acts as a Liaison between homeowners and the homeowner association). The Unit Captains meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday of the month. We meet in the Ballroom at 3:45pm, and homeowners are invited to attend. If you live in Unit 44 and are not receiving emails from Unit Captain Becky Kolb, please contact her at 480.440.0849.

Other Units

If you haven’t heard from your Unit Captain, please let one of the committee chairs know. Send your name and address to [email protected] or [email protected].

If you are currently meeting in any of the meeting space within the Oakwood Clubhouse, we are requesting you submit this form (PDF) to confirm your space. Due to the popularity and need for meeting space, we find it necessary to review all standing reservations. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

We have been hearing reports of stray cats. After some research, we've learned that trapping them is inefficient and costly. Talking to experts, we've learned that cats will stay in an area if provided a source of food; this includes bird feeders and either human or cat food. We are asking residents to stop providing a food source for these strays.

Area codes 480, 520, and 928 should begin dialing area codes with the phone numbers beginning this weekend before the transition is permanent starting October 24th. Calls made after that date that do not include area codes may not go through, officials said.

Another successful event was held on Tuesday, October 12th, in the Library. Two more potential Board candidates came to learn what it entails to be a member of the IronOaks Board. If you are considering running for one of the three Board positions available in March 2022, join the Elections committee for one of these informative chats. Next sessions are:

• October 26th at 10:00am in the Library
• November 16th at 10:00am on the Stone & Barrel patio
• December 10th at 10:00am in the Library 

RSVP for the October 26th event via email.

Cleaning and crack sealing is a process to clean debris out of the street cracks and to seal them, preventing expansion of the crack. Streets will not be closed during this process, and the material used to seal the cracks becomes dry and able to be driven on within seconds.

The following units throughout the community will be sealed in the timeframes shown:

• Units 38 and 39 | October 14th - 19th (Orange on the map below)
• Units 40 and 40A | October 20th (Green on the map below)
• Units 37 and 46A | October 21st - 22nd (Red on the map below)
• Units 27, 27A, 27B, 28 and 28A | October 25th - 27th (Purple on the map below)

Check out the map! (PDF)

Please note: Timing and units may be adjusted due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. We appreciate your patience during this process. Please be cautious of the trucks and men working during this time.

If you know someone who is always willing to help, who has served on committees, Boards, or maybe someone who volunteers, nominate them for a Crystal Award! Crystal Awards are presented each year to honor individuals who have demonstrated exemplary service and contributions to the betterment of the Sun Lakes community. To learn more, go to www.sunlakescrystalaward.com.  Look for "Crystal Award" on the tab. There you will find examples and the nomination form

While supplies last, get a free pair of leggings when you buy a Bella Sports Pickleball skort!

View the flyer for this promotion. (PDF)

Mark your calendar and stop by to get the jump on the latest products to improve your game! Learn more. (PDF) The Hungry Monk food truck will be at the event serving up some delicious lunch options.

Friday, November 5th, at 10:00am | Adapting to Life's Changes, with Wendall Orr

After 41 years in a wheelchair, you have a choice: feel sorry for yourself, or adapt and LIVE! Mr. Orr decided to live! Join us in the Bradford room to hear his inspirational story and have a few laughs, too. Mr. Orr will share stories of his adventures, including rafting, skiing, playing sports and even bull riding. He will share how raising a family and keeping involved with your growing children becomes a challenge with the added obstacle of a wheelchair. This inventor will show you how to make your home easy to live in, whether you're in a wheelchair or 100% able-bodied. Some great tips will be learned from this retired CIA employee who takes life on life and lives every minute to the fullest.

Please let us know that you're coming, if possible, so we can plan seating accordingly. Call the Oakwood Concierge at 480.317.3600.

If you're willing to share your knowledge/skill, Karen Dimitro would like to talk to you! Drop her an email and she will work on a schedule to bring in subject matter experts for short knowledge shares.

Members of management, a resident liaison, and the Board are currently working with Intel on landscaping plans. A presentation on the landscaping will be given at a community forum. Dates have just been confirmed for our homeowners: October 27th at 1:00pm and again on November 9th at 1:00pm.

View the most current Frequently Asked Questions, here. (PDF)

Watch videos to learn more about the High-Tech Interconnect Project (HIP), here.

If you have questions about the project, please call 855.584.1484 or you may submit your questions online, here.

Keep in mind the following hours for pickleball:

Members:

• Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 3:00pm
• Saturday & Sunday, 7:30am - 1:00pm

Open/Recreational Play:

• Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - Dusk
• Saturday & Sunday, 1:30pm - Dusk

As a part of a grant received through the SEARS Consumer Protection and Education Fund, the Attorney General’s office is creating a new Scam Alert Series available to the public.

This Series seeks to protect Arizona seniors from falling prey to ruthless scammers, by delivering new information every month. Each month a common scam will be highlighted.

Sign up for their Scam Alert Emails!

The Arizona Rangers-Sun Lakes Company is stepping up this holiday season to ensure children in the surrounding Sun Lakes communities do not go without holiday gifts this season - and they're asking for our help.

The Sun Lakes Rangers will be sponsoring several underprivileged children and young adults in partnership with the non-profit organization AZLEOS (Azleos.org) to ensure they wake up with holiday smiles on their faces.

Sponsoring a child costs approximately $100, and the Sun Lakes Rangers would like to raise enough money to sponsor at least 10 children and young adults. If you are able to assist, please send your check payable to:

Arizona Rangers- Sun Lakes Company
PO Box 12090
Chandler, AZ 85248

In the information / memo line, add "Shop with a Cop."

If you know someone who is struggling, and you'd like to submit their information to participate in this program, please contact Lieutenant Roy Stanifer via email.

All donations are tax deductible.

The recycling chart we provided last week inadvertently included glass as a recyclable item. Unfortunately this is not the case any longer. The Updated Guide below shows the current items that can be recycled.

View the Updated Guide. (PDF)

Here's a simple table:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday | 11:00am - 8:00pm
• Wednesday | 11:00am - 6:00pm
• Bar open until 9:00pm on Monday, Thursday, and Sunday for NFL football games. Enjoy a pitcher of beer for $10 and pretzel bites with beer cheese for $9, starting at 4:00pm!

Here's the October Musical Lineup! The fun starts at 5:00pm unless otherwise noted. This information will also be available in the Dining & Events email as well as on the website.

• October 15th | Aaron Nelson (Music and Dancing)
• October 19th | Steve Newkirk and Jimmy P.
• October 22nd | neighborGOOD (Music and Dancing)
• October 26th | Open Mic with Kevin Crum
• October 29th | Aaron Nelson (Music and Dancing)

Stone & Barrel is open Sunday through Wednesday from 11:00am to 8:00pm, and Thursday through Saturday from 11:00am - 9:00pm.

Here's the October Musical Lineup for Stone & Barrel! Entertainment begins at 4:00pm on Thursday and 6:00pm on Saturday. This information will also be available in the Dining & Events email as well as on the website.

• October 14th | neighborGOOD entertainer
• October 16th | MKK Band (Music and Dancing)
• October 21st | Blues Man Mike
• October 23rd | Cactus Wine (Music and Dancing)
• October 28th | neighborGOOD entertainer
• October 30th | Splash Band (Music and Dancing)

Want to know more about each entertainer? Learn about their musical style and read a short bio, on the IronOaksAZ.com calendar.

Check out the Stone & Barrel menu online. (PDF)

Plus, join us for our Daily Happy Hour from 2:00pm - 6:00pm! View the menu here. (PDF)

Check out this week’s Drink of the Week for $6: the Orange Gin Blossom. It's got House Gin, Triple Sec, and Orange Juice.

For Stone & Barrel and Ironwood Grill on the Green daily specials,  live music schedule, and drink specials, check out the online Dining Calendar!

Thank you, everyone, for submitting your comment cards. We will add this past week’s total to next week, as we are still counting.

Comment cards are available online, here.

New revisions to the ALC guidelines are posted for review. View them here. (PDF)

Free Dance with Swing Memories Big Band | (NEW DATE!) November 10th | 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Tickets will go fast, so make your way to the Oakwood Concierge! This band will have you up out of your seat, dancing to the tunes you remember.

Blood Drive (Only 3 Appointments Remaining!) | October 26th | 9:00am - 1:00pm
Join us in the Oakwood Ballroom to save lives. Each donation can save up to three! Spend an hour to donate and provide this life saving service.

10 appointments remain available. Make your appointment online, here.

George Michael Tribute Concert | October 20th | 7:00pm
In the early 80’s, George Michael was part of the band Wham. You probably remember the songs, "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go" and "Last Christmas" from the band's repertoire. Once out on his own, George Michael's big hits included "Faith," "Father Figure," "One More Try," and "Monkey." Each song sold millions of copies.  This tribute group coming to IronOaks covers some of George Michael’s most iconic, Grammy award-winning hits. Get your tickets now at www.OakwoodTickets.com.

IronOaks @ Sun Lakes HOA #3
24218 S. Oakwood Blvd.
Sun Lakes, AZ 85248
480.317.3600

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DISCLAIMER: The information found in the various community newsletters provided by the Sun Lakes HOA#3 Management and staff is provided as a service to our members for informational purposes only.  While every effort is made to ensure information is correct and accurate, errors may occur.  We apologize for any inconveniences, but the Association will not be held liable or responsible for any such errors that may occur.  For the most up to date information, please check with our Oakwood Concierge at 480.317.3600.