Thanks to Hugh Rhine for the photo

Monday Morning Memo

December 30, 2024

Esperanza Estates

Esperanza Estates Website

What's Happening This Week

in Esperanza Estates?

Pickleball Scheduled Play

Everyday

8:00 am to noon

Pickleball Courts

Thirsty Thursday

Thursday

4:00 pm

Ramada

HOA Official Business

2025 Esperanza Estates HOA Dues

From Dean Lockwood, HOA Board Treasurer

This is a friendly reminder that the 2025 HOA dues are due January 1, 2025. The bills for 2025 HOA dues have been delivered to all residents, and thanks to all who have already paid. You can drop your payment off (please include the Owner Information form) at the Ramada in the black Suggestion Box, or you can mail it in the envelope provided with the dues notice. Please call Dean Lockwood at 612-240-0945 with questions.

Directors Election Update

From Ken Lindeman, HOA Secretary

We have 145 voters responding to our first ballot email. That still leaves 205 property owners, evidently the silent majority, not caring about Esperanza Estates HOA leadership. I really don’t want to believe this. People moved into our neighborhood because they liked something. The neighborhood is run by volunteers to give us a low cost smooth running environment. Property owners have an opportunity to vote on one incumbent and four new volunteers to fill three positions. Please show these people you value what they are doing and vote for the people you think will best keep our neighborhood the best in Green Valley. If you can’t find your old email giving you the opportunity to vote, watch for a new email on Jan 6, 2025 for a second chance. Questions or concerns, please contact Ken Lindeman at eesecy@gmail.com.

Pool Gates

From Jim Gardner

We had a locksmith out to look at the pool gate locks. They did some repair work but the main (north gate) lock is badly worn and at this point is not working. The south gate is better for now. Please use the south gate to enter the pool. Both will be replaced. They will be re-keyed to match the existing keys. We have a “master” key that we will use for future copies once the new locks are installed. I am waiting for the install date.

Once they are installed your existing key should work. There may be issues with some existing keys. There seems to be a lot of copies of copies which over time can be an issue. If after the new locks are installed, you have an issue with a key, I will work with you to replace it. There will be more details once the locksmith work is completed.

Thanks for your patience! If you have any questions please let me know

Jim Gardner

email: jg27057@me.com

Phone: 952-232-7555

Yard Trimmings Pick Up

From Cyndie Alto

The next day that Points West will pick up yard trimmings will be Friday, January 3rd. They will start back on normal yard trimmings pick up starting Wednesday, January 8th.

Titan Trash Pickup

Esperanza Estates' weekly trash pick-up day is Wednesday which falls on New Years Day. Therefore, there will be a one-day delay for pick-up, which means our trash will be picked up on Thursday, January 2.

Help with Website

From Kevin Welsh

The HOA is in the process of upgrading the Website software to a much easier site to navigate and maintain. We are looking for an individual to post changes when the project is complete. A laptop and software will be provided. Please contact Kevin Welsh, welsh.kj@gmail.com, if you would like to help.

Neighborhood News

Orphans' Christmas Dinner

The EE Orphans' Christmas Dinner at the Ramada was perfect with lots of exceptionally delicious food and friendly companionship. We want to give a very special shoutout to Lynn Noble and Connie Scorza who founded this dinner three years ago to provide a place for EE folks to go so that no one has to have Christmas alone. It's become a wonderful tradition, and folks in EE look forward to it. It's a big job to plan, organize, and manage the dinner. Thank you so much for your efforts and for thinking of us, Connie and Lynn. You made a lot of EE Orphans happy on Christmas Day!

Here are Lynn's and Connie's comments....

Thanks to everyone for making the Third Annual Orphans Christmas Dinner a resounding success! There were 40+ in attendance, all with smiles and dressed in festive wear, spreading Christmas Cheer to those around them. Turkey and ham were the main dishes along with every holiday side one can imagine. There were lots of leftover desserts that Connie took to the Fire Station (they were delighted)! With our bellies fed and hearts warmed, we bid each other Merry Christmas and a Joyous New Year!

Until next year…your hosts Connie and Lynn

Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour

This is our regular week (every other Thursday) for our neighborhood Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour...Thursday, January 2, 4 pm, at the Ramada. You may be in a "decompress" mood after two weeks of holidaying, but what better way to decompress than a calm casual visit with friends. It's BYOB, but you don't have to bring food or a gift! Come on by...life is returning to '"normal."

Arts and Crafts Group

From Janet Shown

Upcoming EE Arts and Crafts Group projects:

Jan. 7 and Jan 21: "Doodle Art" with Susanne Phillips, classes #2 and #3. No experience or previous class needed. Supplies are provided. Please bring cash for a gratuity for Susanne.

Sometime in Feb: Basketry/Pine Needle Weaving with Gary Terlisner. Supplies will be purchased collectively in January by class participants, so sign up early! Expected supplies cost is about $30 per person, and will not include gratuities for Gary.

Please RSVP to Janet Shown at 720-749-0273 or jansho@yahoo.com for upcoming projects, to sign up for emails, or if you're interested in crafting on our own projects in a group on alternate Tuesdays or different days.

The EE Arts and Crafts group is open for anyone interested in learning and practicing various art projects. The group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 1-3:30 p.m. at the EE Ramada.

Gardeners

From Mary Harp

Gardeners will be on break through the rest of 2024. We wish you a wonderful New Year ahead, and we'll see you when we resume Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Contact Rod Harp at 520-329-9103 if you have any questions.

Pickleball Skills and Drills

From Sharon Falor

The next Pickleball Skills and Drills will be on Tuesday, January 7 from 11:00 - 12:00 noon on the EE courts. Players interested in improving their games through footwork, paddle development skills, and an understanding of court coverage are welcome to attend. Several sessions of Drills are being offered....1/7, 1/14, and 1/21. All levels are welcome.

Water Therapy

From Sharon Falor

The next Water Therapy class will be Wednesday, January 8 from 8:30 - 9:30 am at the EE Pool. This class is for anyone struggling with mobility or struggling to become more active. The Chair Lift is available if stairs are preventing you from using our beautiful pool. Classes are being offered on 1/8, 1/15, and 1/22.

Cribbage

From Hugh Rhine

Cribbage Group is canceled for this week. Our next Cribbage Group will be on Wednesday, January 8, 2 pm, at the Ramada.

Hospitality Meeting Coming Up!

From Robin Lockwood and Debbie Ries

There will be a meeting of the Hospitality Committee on Thursday, January 9th at 11 am at the Ramada. We will be discussing the events that are coming up in 2025. We welcome new members who are interested in helping with the large events we put on at the Ramada. We'd love to have you join us!

Book Club Time Change

From Hugh Rhine

Our next Book Club meeting will be on Thursday, January 9, at 1 pm, at the Ramada. Please note the time change from 11 am to 1 pm to accommodate a conflict that day. Future meetings will move back to 11 am. Our January book is Medger and Myrlie by Joy Anne Reid, discussion leader will be Kathy Lindeman.

Caring Connections

Jim Sollars' Book

Congratulations to EE resident, Jim Sollars, on publishing his recent book, The Yamamoto Affair. It's a fascinating and enjoyable read.

Sometimes an event or story could change the course of history. This was one of those events. Who knew that Yamamoto, Admiral of the Japanese Imperial Navy, had a backup plan should the Pearl harbor attack fail? A deep sea dive, Adrian McClellan discovers a sunken WWII Japanese submarine that uncovers questions about an attack on America. An attack that is very much alive.

This book is the first of a 10-part series. If you would like more information, please contact Jim at jimsoll@hotmail.

Heidrun Kessler Art Exhibit

EE resident, Heidrun (RUNI) Kessler's new exhibit of over 30 bird and botanical drawings opens Jan 2, 2025 in the GVR Desert Hills Lobby and runs through Jan 31. The exhibit features this drawing of "Owls and Owlets."

Beautiful work! Congratulations, Runi!

Events

Donna Dailey, EE Resident, to Perform

Green Valley's Got Talent

Monday, January 13, 2025, 3 pm, CPAC

EE resident Donna Dailey will perform in the popular variety show, Green Valley's Got Talent, at the Community Performance and Art Center on Monday, January 11, 3 pm. Her set will include classic blues and songs by Linda Ronstadt and Lucinda Williams. Get tickets and information at gvgtalent.org