To preserve IronOaks as a desirable adult community that encourages Homeowners to pursue an active and healthy lifestyle.

• Crystal Award Winners
• FACE Fund FINAL
• NEW SECTION: Pet Of The Week

We need YOU! This time of year the blood supply is in jeopardy.  Please schedule and spend an hour of your time saving up to three lives.

Bonus! Donors who schedule their appointment and donate between December 26th and January 20th will be entered for a chance to win a two tickets to the Big Game on February 12th! 

The following volunteers have been selected to receive the Crystal Award for giving their time and talents making our Sun Lakes communities better. Each was nominated by another community member. The applications were judged by previous recipients from each of the three Sun Lakes communities.

• COTTONWOOD/PALO VERDE: Gloria Combs, Gay Zawatski
• IRONOAKS: David Anciaux, Paula Ferguson, Becky Kolb, Ramon Omar Rubio
• SUN LAKES COUNTRY CLUB: Sheryl Marr, Phyllis Swanson

Friends, neighbors, relatives, and fellow volunteers are encouraged to show their appreciation for these recipients by attending the gala banquet at Oakwood the evening of March 12th. Tickets are $30 (cash/check only) and will go on sale January 30th at the Oakwood Concierge Desk.

Thank you to those residents who voted. If you didn’t see the community notice sent on Friday, December 16th, the FACE Fund initiative has passed. There were 2,949 ballots cast during the vote, representing 73.4% of IronOaks homeowners voting.

• 248 Paper ballots
• 2,701 Electronic ballots
• 2,272 of Ballots (77%) voted YES to the change
• 677 of the Ballots (23%) voted NO to the change

The CC&Rs will be updated reflecting this change beginning January 1st, 2023.

ARTICLE IX Section 5 Part B (2):
Every Current and Future Member is qualified for a one-time exemption from the New Owner Special Assessment (FACE Fund Assessment) if (i) the member acquires ownership of another Lot in IronOaks Property after January 1, 2023, (ii) an exemption has not been previously exercised, and (iii) evidence of a purchase contract for another Lot in IronOaks Property is provided to the Association’s office within 90 days after the closing date of the Lot and Dwelling Unit.

ARTICLE IX Section 5 Part B (4):
Effective January 1, 2023, the New Owner Special Assessment (FACE Fund Assessment) shall be an amount up to twice the Annual Assessment in effect at the time of closing of escrow or conveyance. Annually, the Board, in its sole discretion, may set a fixed amount that is less than twice the Annual Assessment, but under no circumstance may the Board set the amount higher than twice the Annual Assessment that is in effect at the time of closing of escrow or conveyance.

Thank you to everyone who donated to foster children in the system! The Kolb team filled their SUVs, delivering all of these items last week.

Intel, in their effort to be a responsible neighbor, has sent us an update to share with our homeowners. Read it here.

Look closely at these lost items. This holiday could be especially joyful if you're reunited with a lost item. We have key fobs, garage door openers, range finders, golf shoes, clothes, etc. All items are at the Oakwood Concierge desk. Stop by Monday through Friday 9:00am-5:00pm to claim. Concierge will be closed Monday, December 26th. All items not claimed by January 2nd, 2023 will be donated.

If you see your item, but are unable to claim it immediately, please contact the Concierge at 480.317.3600 to hold your item.

Now is the time to pick a great deal for under the tree!

• December 14th-25th | Stocking Stuffers: Golf Balls, Tees, & Gloves - 15% off
• December 15th-25th | Apparel, Shoes, Golf Bags - 20% off; Accessories 15% off
• December 19th-25th | Putters and Wedges - 15% off

On Sunday, December 12th, the Pickleball Club hosted an exciting Christmas tournament and event with a full house of elves, Santas, and holiday cheer. Lots of fun was had by all with games, challenge events, and even some actual pickleball games.

If you use any of these areas and would like to participate in a Focus Group considering how to best utilize them, send us an email. Include your name, email, and phone number, along with the area you are interested in providing input on (Golf Patio, Pools, or Poolside). Initial renderings for your review are available at the Oakwood Golf Shop, the Fitness Center, and the Oakwood Clubhouse.

Focus group interest will be accepted until December 23rd. You will be contacted with additional details in January.

The Ironwood construction has been pushed out by two weeks due to a setback from our drywall subcontractor. Construction will end by January 16th.

Residents will receive a free boxed lunch and up to $20 in gift cards! Tatanka Media Group Study will be conducting a research study on Prevagen, an over-the-counter supplement for healthy brain function and memory improvement. The only information you need to provide is your first name and your age range (study is set for 45yrs - 70yrs of age). There will be two opportunities to offer your opinion. With each opportunity you receive a $10 gift card plus a free boxed lunch. Appointments last approximately 15 minutes and start at 10:00am. Provide valuable feedback and assist in research deciding which national TV commercial is aired.

If you have not participated previously, please reserve your space now.

If you have questions or any problems, contact Communications at 480.317.3620.

Sun Lakes Posse Medical Equipment Office will be closed on Sunday, December 25th; Monday, December 26th; and Monday, January 2nd, for New Years.

The Volunteers wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year.

Just to remind everyone our office hours are as follows.

• Monday through Tuesday: 9:00am-12:00pm
• Closed on Wednesday
• Thursday & Friday: 9:00am-12:00pm

Our office phone number is 480.895.8751.

Our homeowners are our priority, and we want to make sure you always have a seat at the table at Stone & Barrel. If you plan on joining us - during peak times, or even when it's slow - give us a quick call a couple of days ahead of time. This helps us during the slow times to schedule staff efficiently, and during peak times, you have a better chance of getting a table. Remember, while Grill on the Green is closed for remodel, we are even busier than normal during those peak times of 5:00pm-6:00pm. The sooner you make a reservation, the better.

Give us a call at 480.317.3605 or make your reservation here.

• Board Special Meeting | December 27th at 9:00am | Agenda
• Board Workshop | January 18th at 9:00am | Oakwood Ballroom
• Board Meeting | January 25th at 9:00am | Oakwood Ballroom

All committee meetings are held in the library unless otherwise noted.

• Unit Captains Ballroom | January 3rd at 3:45pm | Ballroom
• Elections | January 4th at 9:00am
• Master Planning | January 10th at 2:00pm
• ALC | January 12th at 10:30am
• IT Ad Hoc | January 16th at 1:00pm
• Buildings & Grounds | January 17th at 9:00am
• Finance | January 24th at 9:00am
• ALC | January 26th at 10:30am

This week, John shares a holiday message. Watch now!

This collaboration with the AZ Humane Society is an effort to get some amazing animals into loving homes. We hope that if you're considering adding a new member to your family, you'd consider a shelter pup. They have a special level of appreciation and love.

This week’s Pet of the Week is Sharpie.

She is a two-year-old Shar-Pei/Lab mix. Sharpie is somewhat of a transfer pup. She is from the Navajo Nation Project Reachout program. There were too many pets in that facility. Sharpie is classified as "an angel." She is excellent on a leash and has excellent manners. She loves to learn and is close to mastering "fetch." She loves kisses and is a fan of pup cups.

She is available at the Arizona Humane Society's South Mountain Campus located at 1521 W Dobbins Rd. in Phoenix.

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.