Category: Association News

SunBird Second Half Billing

The SunBird 2026 annual assessment amount is $1,500 invoiced in two half payments of $750 twice each a year. This amount is due Jan. 1 and July 1. The second half billing was just recently mailed to each homeowner. If this is not received within the first week of June, please contact the office to…

Reminder from the ACC Committee

ACC Committee From time to time we must be reminded of some of the ACC Guidelines. With the new homeowners moving in they are not always familiar with some of the guidelines, and a few of us have forgotten some of the guidelines. The ACC Committee would like to remind all of our homeowners that…

Board Meeting Highlights

If you’ve ever wondered what happens at your HOA board meetings (besides pie charts and numbers), here’s a friendly recap of the latest updates, decisions, and a few behind-the-scenes efforts that keep SunBird running smoothly. A Strong Financial Picture Good news on the financial front—SunBird remains in a solid position. Year-to-date, the community is operating…

Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles

The deadline for the July edition is June 5 if you submit to Wendy and June 10 by noon if you submit to editorial. Please send your submissions on time, and early if possible! You can email your submissions to editorial@robson.com or use our website link: robsonpublishing.com/editorial. For article and photo guidelines or if you have any questions, please call 480-895-4216.

Did You Know?

Bonnie Marcus, Community Administrator Change Of Occupancy/Renters A SunBird Rental form must be completed for any change of occupancy in your home along with a copy of the occupant’s driver’s license. According to the Rules Manual, Article X, Section 1-C: “Homeowners shall notify any potential renter of the Age-Restriction Policy prior to signing an agreement(s).…

Manager’s Report

Layne Varney Arizona’s monsoon season officially begins June 15 and continues through Sept. 30. During this time, higher humidity can lead to thunderstorms, heavy rain, lightning, high winds, flash flooding, dust storms, and extreme heat. Residents are encouraged to plan activities and outings around forecasted storms whenever possible to avoid dangerous situations. Typically, storms develop…

It’s Time to Trim Your Palm Trees

ACC Committee Now that the palm flowers have bloomed, it is time to have your palm trees trimmed. We are now in the monsoon season. With the high winds and heavy rains, these palm trees leave unsightly debris throughout the community and can cause damage to your home or your neighbors. If you are not…

Spotlight on Advertiser: Re-New Cabinets

Why redo when you can Re-New? Re-New Cabinets, LLC., a 5–star family owned and operated kitchen refacing company, has the only showroom in all the valley. Don’t visit tomorrow; visit today! In the heart of Phoenix, Re-New Cabinets, LLC stands as a premier name in kitchen cabinet refacing, blending passion, precision, and personal service into…

Cats in SunBird?

SunBird is a wonderful place to live, with its open spaces, shade trees, lakes, and grassy areas. We’re not the only ones who appreciate it—many animals do as well. In the past, stray or feral cats have made their way into SunBird and taken up residence. Unfortunately, when food is left outside, it makes the…