Category: July 2024

It’s Time to Trim Your Palm Trees

ACC Committee Now that all the flowers have come out, palm trees should all be trimmed by the end of the month. We are now in 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’ homes.…

SunBird Post Office Reminder

Jan Griffin, Manager, SunBird Post Office There will be an increase in First Class stamps, effective July 14. They will increase from 68 cents to 73 cents for a single stamp. Books of 20 will sell for $14.60. Coils of 100 will sell for $73. A reminder: We accept cash or checks only! Our summer…

Board of Directors Meeting Notes

The board of directors met for a regularly scheduled meeting on May 20, 2024. These are the notes from that meeting. Board members present: Dan Buescher, Nancy Eckstein, Chuck Heitbrink, Bob Lama, Bob Morris, and Manager Layne Varney. Dave Edington and Dirk Close had excused absences. The meeting was called to order by President Nancy…

Removing Obstacles to Enjoying the Good Life: The Value of Professional Movers & Downsizing Specialists

Lance Williams During my time serving families in senior living, I’ve witnessed countless residents move into our communities. Many residents wish they had considered their move sooner! However, it’s a significant life event filled with mixed emotions, logistical challenges, and the need for careful planning. However, I’ve also seen firsthand how the decision to enlist…

Manager’s Report

Layne Varney, General Manager It’s getting hot! Temperatures have increased earlier and greater than previous years (as of the time of the writing this article, it was 8 degrees hotter than average). With the quick rise in temperatures, it’s a good reminder to stay cool and hydrated. The SunBird clubhouse is maintained at comfortable temperatures…

SunBird Summer Pickleball

SunBird summer pickleball is in full swing! Join us for our summer hours every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 7 a.m. Pickleball is a fun and energetic way to socialize and make new friends, so come on out! On a more serious note, there have been instances where emergency medical assistance was needed on the…

Summer Hiking at Its Best

Warren Wasescha For club hikers who spend summers in places like Colorado or Washington State, you’ve got a pretty good thing going with hiking in cooler weather. If you’re in SunBird and Sun Lakes in July, hiking can be a bit more challenging due to the heat but just as enjoyable with a bit of…

Happy 4th of July

Over 600 American flags fly over the homes and streets in SunBird for each national holiday showing our appreciation for our freedom, protection, services, and to all those who make this possible. It is awesome to drive through SunBird and see this great display of respect and patriotism.