All information listed in the “General Information” section is in alphabetical order. Please consult the Table of Contents of the Sun Lakes Source Book for a consolidated listing of topics. The Valley and State Resource Guide is in alphabetical order and lists many activities and areas of interest outside of the Sun Lakes community.
PLEASE NOTE: All phone numbers listed without
an area code are local (480) numbers.
Activities & Clubs | Age Restriction | Identification Decals | Billiards Room | Bulletin Boards | Cable TV | Church Directory | Committees for Architecture Control & Landscaping | Community Center | Dress Code | Drop Box Payments | Education Center | Electric Service | Emergency Telephone Locations | Entry Gates | Exercise Facilities | Fire Department | Fishing | Flea Market | Garbage Collection | Gas Service | Golf Cart Usage | Golf Information | Health & Medical Center of Sun Lakes | Health & Support Groups | Home Delivered Meals | HOA Numbers | Identification Cards | Library | Newsletters | Patrol | Pets | Phone Directory/Source Book | Post Office | Racquetball/Handball | Reciprocal Agreements | Recycling | The Renaissance | Resource Center | Restaurants & Catering of Sun Lakes | RV Storage | Sheriff's Posse | Shopping Center Directory | Sisk Park | Softball Field | Swimming Pools | Telephone Service | TV News for Sun Lakes | Tennis | Voter Registration | Water/Sewer | Wildlife Feeding
Activities And Clubs Of Sun Lakes
There are many enjoyable and exciting activities, clubs, and organizations available to Sun Lakes homeowners. Please see the Activity Guide section for a brief description by category. For more information about activities and events in your area, contact the appropriate activity director:
Sun Lakes Country Club
Joann Ayers 895-9270
Cottonwood/Palo Verde
Linda Caton 895-3550
Ironwood/Oakwood
Vivica Fleet 895-7275
Renaissance
Kathy Meyer 883-2715
The Lecky Arts & Community Center, located at the Maricopa County Public Library-Ed Robson Branch, is available for use by local organizations and clubs for meetings and seminars. See the Community Center listing (page 2) for more information.
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Age Restriction
The Federal Fair Housing Law requires that the associations know the ages of all the owners/persons living in their units on a permanent basis. A minimum of 80% of the homes must have one person 55 years of age or older.
Automobile And Golf Cart Gate
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Identification Decals
Homeowner vehicle identification decals are mandatory for Sun Lakes homeowners. The license number of your vehicle will be required for registration. Decals are also available for golf carts.
Sun Lakes Country Club:
Decals for Sun Lakes #1 residents are available at the Sun Lakes Country Club Clubhouse front desk for a $1.00 fee.
Cottonwood/Palo Verde:
Vehicle decals are available for Cottonwood and Palo Verde residents at the Michigan Avenue Gate. Bring Homeowners Card and vehicle registration.
Ironwood/Oakwood:
Homeowner’s vehicle identification stickers are available at the Oakwood Patrol Office, Arts and Crafts Building. Current motor vehicle registration must be presented when obtaining car decal.
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Billiards Rooms
Billiards rooms are for the use of homeowners and guests. Please contact the appropriate country club for more information on the usage of the billiards rooms.
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Bulletin Boards
A good source for the latest information on activities around Sun Lakes is the various bulletin boards located throughout the Sun Lakes community.
Sun Lakes Country Club: Bulletin boards are located in the glass case in the west entryway and the laundry room. Business endeavors and meetings that have a profit motive cannot be posted on the bulletin boards.
Cottonwood/Palo Verde: There are two bulletin boards at Cottonwood that list association business, activities, and recreational events. One is located on the north exterior wall of the men’s exercise room and the second is located to the left of the San Tan Ballroom entrance. The Forum, Channel 49 TV news, as well as SL Country Club and IronOaks bulletin boards are located near the San Tan Ballroom entrance. There are also bulletin boards in the Palo Verde Clubhouse, the fitness center lobby and at Sisk Park. The “For Sale” bulletin board is located in the Cottonwood courtyard just outside the tap dance room. This board is reserved for members interested in buying or selling household items, vehicles, or selling/renting homes in Cottonwood or Palo Verde. Flyer Boxes are located at both gates, Cottonwood breezeway, Cottonwood Café steps and San Tan walkway.
Ironwood: Bulletin boards are located at the Voax pool, Halley pool and Ironwood Clubhouse pool.
Oakwood: Bulletin boards are located in the Arts & Crafts Center and at the Oakwood Clubhouse. Please submit notices to be posted on the bulletin board to the Oakwood Clubhouse front desk. Notices should be on 8 1/2” x 11” paper and can include social events, community activities and official notices. (“For profit” notices are not allowed.)
Renaissance: Bulletin boards are located on Main Street. Please submit notices to be posted on the bulletin board to the Concierge Desk, which is located in the front lobby. Notices should be no larger than 8 1/2 x 11 and cannot include business endeavors or meetings that have a profit motive.
Ace Hardware Store: A bulletin board is located inside the Ace Hardware Store and is adjacent to the post office windows. Only Sun Lakes community information may be posted including parties, church events and volunteer services. This board is not to be used for business endeavors.
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Cable Television
Western Broadband, 895-8084. See page 12 of your Source Book.
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Anglican Church of Reconciliation
Dick Fanus 883-3130
Kenneth Stokes 895-5030
Chandler Presbyterian 963-3821
First Baptist Church of Sun Lakes 895-1088
Oasis of Grace Assembly of God 895-6946
Risen Savior Lutheran Church 895-6782
Saint John’s Anglican Church 895-5614
St. Steven’s Catholic Church 895-9266
Sun Lakes Chapel 883-0836
Sun Lakes Chapel House 883-0836
Sun Lakes Community Church 895-9147
Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation 895-6917
Sun Lakes Spiritualist Center 802-4286
Sun Lakes United Church of Christ 895-6317
Sun Lakes United Methodist Church 895-8766
Temple Havurat Emet
Mel Moss 802-4120
Unity Church of Sun Lakes 632-5543
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Committees For Architectural Control And Landscaping
As a property owner in Sun Lakes, there are certain responsibilities you must fulfill in maintaining the exterior appearance of your property. First, every owner is expected to ensure all landscaped areas are kept neat and well-maintained at all times. Second, the exterior of your home must always be kept in a good state of repair, including items such as exterior paint, garage doors, fences and walls, etc. The ACL committees have been established to help maintain the quality of appearance in Sun Lakes.
All additions, exterior painting, landscaping or decorative alterations, repairs, excavating, roof replacement or any other work which alters the exterior appearance of the home or landscaping must be approved by the appropriate ACL committee before the work begins. For further information please call one of the following:
Sun Lakes Country Club 895-9270
Cottonwood/Palo Verde - HOA II 895-3550
Ironwood/Oakwood - HOA III 802-2776
Renaissance - Business Office 883-2700
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Community Center
The Lecky Arts & Community Center is located at the Maricopa County Library - Ed Robson Branch, 9330 E. Riggs Road. It is available for use by local organizations and clubs for meetings and seminars. The facility can also offer use of its piano, organ, presentation projection. It can seat up to 150 people. A small kitchen is also available. For additional information contact Chris Campbell at 323-0620.
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Dress Code For Sun Lakes Country Clubs
In order to retain a country club atmosphere in our recreation complexes, the following dress code has been established: Clothing covering the torso must be worn over swimwear when inside all facilities except the exercise rooms. No tank tops for men and no bare feet or golf shoes with spikes are allowed in the clubhouses.
When dining in the restaurants or using the lounges, attire should be worn that is compatible with the restaurant and lounge atmosphere.
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Drop Box Payments
For your convenience a “drop box” slot is located at Robson Communities Corporate Office, 9532 East Riggs Road on the south side of the building. Our office takes Pima Utility, Splash advertisement payments, RV/storage payments, and Ironwood/Oakwood Golf ID/Signing Cards.
A payment drop box for SLHOAII dues payments is located in front of the HOA #2 Administration Office modular building located in the Cottonwood Country Club parking lot.
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Education Center
The Sun Lakes Education Center is located at the corner of Riggs and Alma School (25105 South Alma School Road). For general information please call 857-5500.
The Sun Lakes Education Center’s primary purpose is to serve the non-credit and credit course needs of senior adults. Non-credit and credit classes will be designed for senior adults’ physical needs, such as length of time, seating, etc. The Education Center will serve as an educational satellite of the Chandler-Gilbert Community College.
The center will handle registration and other related student services. It will also utilize state-of-the-art telecommunications and computers.
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Electric Service
Customer choice is coming to Arizona’s electric utility industry. Salt River Project (SRP) provides residential electric service for the area. To learn more about what choice means for SRP’s customers, contact the SRP Consumer Education Advisory Panel Facts Line, 1-877-233-2287, or visit www.electricfacts.org on the Internet.
Please call SRP at 602-236-8888 to connect or disconnect electric service, for account information and to make payment arrangements. To report a power outage or an electrical emergency, call 602-236-8811.
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Emergency Telephone Locations
ALL PAY PHONES CAN BE USED FREE OF CHARGE TO CALL 911 DURING AN EMERGENCY!
Sun Lakes Country Club: Emergency phones are located in the main clubhouse near the security office and the Oasis. The emergency phones should be used to call Sun Lakes Country Club Patrol at 895-1000. Emergency pull stations are located at the clubhouse main desk, health spas, whirlpools, arts & crafts area, Cactus Corner and the chapel.
Cottonwood/Palo Verde: Emergency phones are located at Sisk Park, Cottonwood tennis court No. 4, Palo Verde Golf Course holes No. 14 and No. 6, Cottonwood Golf Course hole No. 2, Palo Verde swimming pool, Michigan pool, Cottonwood children’s pool, and the Cottonwood spa lobby. These phones are for emergency use only.
Ironwood/Oakwood: Emergency phones are located at the swimming pools, RV/storage, mini-storage, and Alma School entry gate. During an emergency please call 911 or the Ironwood/Oakwood Patrol at 797-6508. The Ironwood Estates area is located in the City of Chandler. In addition to 911, the Chandler Police may be called at 782-4130.
Renaissance: Emergency phones are located in the main lobby, all activity rooms and on each floor by all elevators. The emergency phones should be used to call 911 during an emergency. In addition to 911, the Concierge Desk may be called at extension 2000.
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Entry Gates
All homeowners, guests and service vehicles must check in at the entry gates. Call your homeowners association for guest entry instructions. Entry gate locations and phone numbers are as follows:
PALO VERDE COUNTRY CLUB
Michigan Avenue Gate 895-9277
San Tan Blvd. Gate 895-6846
IRONWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
Alma School/Halley Gate 895-5752
OAKWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
EJ Robson Blvd. 802-4244
Sun Lakes Blvd. 802-1327
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Exercise Facilities
Sun Lakes Country Club: The exercise facilities include an enclosed whirlpool, lap pool, men’s and women’s exercise room, showers, saunas, lockers and restrooms. The exercise facilities are furnished for the benefit and enjoyment of adult members of Sun Lakes Country Club and their adult guests. Use of the facilities and equipment is at the risk of the user.
Cottonwood/Palo Verde: The exercise facility at Cottonwood is open daily for Cottonwood/Palo Verde residents and their guests and to Ironwood/Oakwood residents (for an annual fee), from 4:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Located in the facility are whirlpools, saunas, exercise equipment and lockers. No one under 19 years of age is allowed in the exercise facility. Those using the spa must carry ID cards.
Oakwood Health & Tennis Club: MaxLife™, located in the health and tennis facility, is designed to give active adults the opportunity to maintain and enhance health through education, exercise, supervision and state-of-the-art equipment. Enrollment in this private health club is easy and no prior experience in using weights or aerobics equipment is needed.
The health club is open 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Monday - Thursday), 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Friday) and 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday). You can join the MaxLife program at any time throughout the year and select the membership plan that best suits your needs. For more information on MaxLife, please contact the Health & Tennis Club at 802-6853.
Renaissance: The exercise room is located on the second floor and is open 24 hours. The exercise facilities are furnished for the benefit and enjoyment of adult members of the Renaissance and their adult guests. Use of the facilities and equipment is at the risk of the user.
Exercise Facility Dress Code
The dress code applies to all homeowners, renters and guests at all exercise facilities:
- Shoes including tennis, jogging and aerobics, must be worn at all times - no street shoes.
- T-shirts with sleeves (no sleeveless or half-shirts allowed).
- No tennis skirts or short shorts.
- No weight belts.
Fire Department
The fire department responds to emergency medical calls and provides ambulance service. In addition to fire and medical emergencies, they also offer blood pressure checks and home safety inspections.
There are two fire stations located within Sun Lakes. To contact the Sun Lakes Fire Department call 895-9343.
FIRE STATION #231
25455 Sun Lakes Blvd. (Fairway/Sun Lakes Blvd.)
FIRE STATION #232
25020 South Alma School (Alma School/Riggs Road)
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Fishing
Please contact the appropriate homeowner’s association for information on the rules and regulations for fishing in the lakes within Sun Lakes.
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Flea Market
The Sun Lakes Flea Market is held in the west parking lot of the Sun Lakes Country Club Clubhouse on the third Saturday of every month beginning at 6:00 a.m. The flea market will not be held the months of June, July, or August. All Sun Lakes homeowners may purchase a permit for allocated space(s), a maximum of three per vendor, for $5 per space. Sale of permits for the use of vending spaces will be on a first-come, first-served basis at the Sun Lakes Country Club Clubhouse office, 895-9270, starting on the first Monday after Saturday’s flea market. If spaces are available, the Anglers Club may sell spaces the day of the flea market at the site of the flea market.
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Garbage Collection
It is the homeowner’s responsibility to arrange for their garbage service. Sun Lakes/Robson Communities is not responsible for their charges and/or services.
Cottonwood / Palo Verde / Oakwood / Ironwood, with the exception of Ironwood Estates: The residents of Cottonwood/Palo Verde and Oakwood can choose from three garbage collection services.
Arizona Waste Service 602-268-5060
Allied Waste Service 854-7270
Sun Lakes Disposal 895-2965
Ironwood Estates: The residents who live in Ironwood Estates, Unit 33, are under the City of Chandler garbage service and must contact the City of Chandler Water Department to set up their service.
Oakwood Villas/Units 37 & 46A: Garbage collection fee is included in Villa Association Dues. Residents should not arrange for garbage pickup by an outside service.
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Gas Service
Gas service for Sun Lakes homeowners is provided by Southwest Gas. For more information call 602-861-1999.
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Golf Cart Usage On Streets
Golf carts are permitted only on Maricopa County streets where the speed limit is 35 miles per hour or lower. Golf carts must have an Arizona license plate when used on the county streets. For further information call the Motor Vehicle Division, 602-255-0072.
- Licensed drivers only may drive golf carts. NO CHILDREN PLEASE.
- Only two riders per cart.
- During course operation hours, only carts used by golfers are permitted on the golf course cart paths.
When using your cart for transportation around Sun Lakes please:
- Observe all traffic laws.
- Keep to the right on the streets so cars can pass.
- Use proper hand signals.
- DO NOT leave keys in the carts (for your own protection).
A limited number of rental golf carts is available at each pro shop. Please contact the pro shop for fees and other required information.
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Golf Information
Sun Lakes residents have access to five golf facilities. Golfers can obtain information about the courses, annual fees, current green fee rates, information on how to make a tee time and guest play at the Pro Shop.
THE CHELSEA COMPUTER PHONE NUMBERS
FOR MAKING TEE TIMES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Cottonwood/Palo Verde 895-7834
Ironwood/Oakwood 895-1805
Renaissance 883-2000
SUN LAKES COUNTRY CLUB I GOLF COURSE:
Sun Lakes Country Club has an 18-hole executive course, par 60. The pro shop is located at 25425 North Sun Lakes Blvd., 895-9274.
COTTONWOOD GOLF COURSE:
Cottonwood is a championship, 18-hole, par 72 course. The pro shop is located at 25630 Brentwood Drive, 895-9660 or 895-9449.
PALO VERDE GOLF COURSE:
Palo Verde is an executive, 18-hole, par 62 course. The pro shop is located at 10801 San Tan Blvd., 895-0300.
IRONWOOD GOLF COURSE:
Ironwood is an executive 18-hole, par 67 course. The pro shop is located at 550 West Champagne Drive, 895-0614.
OAKWOOD GOLF COURSE:
Oakwood is a championship, 27-hole facility. The pro shop is located at 24215 South Oakwood Blvd., 895-1159.
GOLF ASSOCIATIONS
Information for the many golf associations may be obtained at the pro shops or see the Sports section of this book.
GOLF CART OPERATION RULES
- Golf carts are limited to two persons and two golf bags.
- Only those persons with a valid driver’s license may drive golf carts.
- Observe and follow cart rules and regulations, as well as restrictions at each course.
- See the appropriate pro shop for specific golf course rules.
GOLF COURSE DRESS CODE
These dress codes apply to all homeowners, renters, associate members and guests at Oakwood, Cottonwood, Palo Verde and Ironwood golf clubs.
Proper attire for ladies: Golf shorts no shorter than mid-thigh, skirts or slacks, with blouses or sweaters. No tank tops, athletic shorts, halter tops, swimwear or tennis attire permitted.
Proper Attire for Gentlemen: slacks or golf shorts no shorter than mid-thigh, with collared shirts with sleeves. No tank tops, athletic shorts, swimwear or tennis attire permitted.
Shoes are required: Soft-spike golf shoes, sneakers or rubber-soled shoes must be worn on the golf course and the practice areas. Any footwear that would damage the greens is strictly prohibited.
The golf professional and staff have the right to determine what constitutes appropriate attire for the golf course and the practice facilities.
GOLF PROFESSIONALS/GOLF LESSONS
PGA golf professionals are available for private or group lessons. Additional information may be obtained by calling any one of the following pro shops.
SUN LAKES I PRO SHOP
Rick Howell 895-9274
COTTONWOOD PRO SHOP
Troy Ford 895-9449
IRONWOOD PRO SHOP
Dennis Allan 895-0614
PALO VERDE PRO SHOP
Greg Tokash 895-0300
OAKWOOD PRO SHOP
Jay Wilson 895-1159
GOLF COURSE RANGERS
Rangers are on duty to see that all players keep pace and do not fall behind the foursome in front of them. Rangers will give special attention to golf etiquette, course abuses and slow play. Rangers are instructed to report all violations to the head golf professional. The appropriate board of directors will review reported violations and possible suspension of golf privileges may result. You are respectfully asked to respond positively to their directions.
GOLF COURSE RULES
Local rules are posted in the pro shops and are established by the board of directors with recommendations from the Association’s Golf Committee, the Men’s and Ladies’ Golf Associations and golf club management.
Check individual courses to determine if golf carts are mandatory and to review other rules pertaining to golf cart use on the cart paths.
The person striking the ball is responsible for any personal injury or property damage caused by the flight of that ball.
Golf balls are considered lost when they fall on private property. Please stay off private property. DO NOT trespass.
Only golfers playing are permitted on the golf courses. For your safety, no jogging, walking or bicycling is allowed on the golf course or cart paths at any time. Golf cart paths are for golfers only.
You may retrieve only your ball when hit into the lakes during play. All other balls are the property of the golf course.
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Health & Medical Centers of Sun LakesRenaissance Auditorium
Renaissance Auditorium has meeting space for health and educational seminars and other community needs. Our state-of-the-art surround-sound theatre system is capable of multi-media presentations. The auditorium room has a seating capacity of 50. For room reservations, please call Carey at
883-2703.
Sun Lakes Health Center
The Sun Lakes Health Center located at the northeast corner of Alma School & Riggs Rd., provides primary care physicians, specialists, radiology including mammography, laboratory services, a pain management center, and educational classes and seminars.
The Community Room has meeting space for health and educational seminars and other community needs. It has a built-in audio system, two televisions and a video projection screen. The community room has a seating capacity of 100; for room reservations, please call 821-3223.
SUN LAKES HEALTH CENTER DIRECTORY
- Alma School/Riggs Rd. (See Map C, page 13 of the Source Book)
The following physicians have offices in the Sun Lakes Health Center located at the northeast corner of Alma School and Riggs Road. Please visit their web site at www.evrhs.org.
ADOBE E.N.T. & ALLERGY 649-8150
Richard A. Mickle, D.O.
ACCREDITED CARDIOLOGY OF ARIZONA 968-7600
Michael Barry, D.O.
ADVANCED LASER AND EYE CENTER OF ARIZONA 632-2020
Kianoush Kian, M.D.
ARIZONA INSTITUTE OF FOOT CARE PHYSICIANS 834-8804
Clark Fullmer, D.P.M.
Donald Siegel, D.P.M.
Kerry Zang, D.P.M.
Kimberly Leach, D.P.M.
Robert Zobel, D.P.M.
Todd Galle, D.P.M.
Rob Evans, D.P.M.
ARTHROSCOPIC & ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY/JOINT REPLACEMENT 821-3710
Raymond P. Roffi, M.D.
BODYWORKS CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTER 802-1640
Russell Stowell, D.C.
EAST VALLEY RHEUMATOLOGY CENTER 820-7474
Debra Michel, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.R.
Santina Carminati Taddi, M.D.
FAMILY FOOT & ANKLE, P.C. 895-8222
Alan J. Discont, D.P.M.
SUN LAKES FAMILY DENTISTRY 895-1604
Janine Dumont, D.D.S.
SUN LAKES FAMILY PHYSICIANS, LLC 505-2450
Roger P. Rose, D.O.
Jennifer McDonald, M.D.
Kenneth D. Paige, D.O.
Kim Brontsema, PA-C
SUN LAKES HEALTH CARE, P.C. 802-3433
Robert B. Cloar, M.D., A.B.F.P.
SUN LAKES MEDICAL PLAZA DIRECTORY
- Riggs Rd./Sun Lakes Blvd.
The following physicians and/or services have offices in the Sun Lakes Medical Center located at Sun Lakes Blvd. and Riggs Road. For location of offices see Map A on page 13 of the Source Book.
Dr. Bloomberg, Dr. Boles, and Dr. Yao
Internal Medicine 895-1090
Dr. J. David Brown, Podiatrist 895-5659
Scottsdale Center for Sight/Optical Shop 895-8900
Robson Communities Property Management
(RV, Mini-Storage and Apartments) 895-0791
Audibel Hearing Center 895-7636
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Health And Support Groups
There are many health and support groups available to Sun Lakes homeowners. Please refer to the Medical Information section of your Source Book, pages 32-33.
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Chandler Senior Center 782-2721
Chandler Meals on Wheels -
Noon Meals, Mon.-Fri. Special Diets 963-5678
Neighbors Who Care 895-7133
(Meals delivered Monday through Friday)
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Homeowners’ Associations Phone Numbers
Homeowners Association 1
(Sun Lakes Country Club) 895-9270
25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd.
Homeowners Association II
(Cottonwood/Palo Verde) 895-3550
25630 Brentwood Dr.
Homeowners Association III
(Oakwood/Ironwood) 895-6484
Renaissance Homeowners Association 883-2700
Identification Cards
The Homeowner/Property Owner, Associate Member, Renter and Guest ID cards are proof of property ownership in Sun Lakes. Check with your Homeowners Association to obtain guest ID cards or to obtain a replacement card.
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Library
The Maricopa County Library - Ed Robson Branch is located at 9330 East Riggs Road. Library hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Thursday hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information call 602-652-3000 or www.mcldaz.org.
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Newsletters
Cottonwood/Palo Verde Flyer: The Flyer is a weekly publication produced by the Cottonwood Palo Verde HOA. It provides information concerning the board of directors, activities, homeowner events and other items of interest to residents of Cottonwood and Palo Verde. The Flyer is available for pick up in designated boxes throughout Cottonwood and Palo Verde. It is downloadable from the CWPV Community website.
Iron/Oak Connection: The Iron/Oak Connection is a monthly publication available at www.ironoakshoa.org. It provides information on the Board of Directors, activities generated from Oakwood/Ironwood Clubhouses and various items of interest to residents of Oakwood/Ironwood. The Communications Committee and Oakwood Country Club staff compiles the Iron/Oak Connection. Call 895-7275 for more information.
Renaissance Review: The Renaissance Review is a monthly publication delivered to every Renaissance resident’s front door. It provides information on special events, transportation and activities. The Renaissance staff compiles the Renaissance Review. Call 883-2715 for information.
Newspapers
Sun Lakes Splash: The Sun Lakes Splash is a free monthly newspaper published by Robson Publishing for the residents of the Sun Lakes community. Residents and staff members generate articles. Subjects covered are general news, feature stories, club reports, sports and recreation activities, religious functions, calendars of current events and entertainment.
Editorial content from clubs and organizations should be limited to 400 words or less. News articles, photographs and display advertising must be submitted to the Splash office by the 13th day of each month or the Friday before, should the 13th fall on a weekend. Classified advertising needs to be submitted by the 10th day of each month.
To receive the Splash by mail, free of charge, during the summer months or extended vacations (more than one month), please notify the Sun Lakes Splash office at 895-4216 of your address change, one month prior to departure.
If you have any questions about the Splash, please call the newspaper office at 895-4216 or 1-800-223-7317 toll-free or drop by our office at 9666 East Riggs Road, Suite 103.
Jewish Community Newspaper: The Shpiel is a monthly publication of the Sun Lakes Jewish Congregation. It includes information on congregation activities and events as well as other organization and community news. Deadline for articles is the 15th of the month, September through June. Please contact the publisher, Karen Blonder, at 895-1811 for more information or e-mail theshpiel@wbhsi.net.
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Patrol (Sun Lakes)
The Sun Lakes Patrol can be reached at the following numbers:
Sun Lakes I Patrol 895-1000
Cottonwood/Palo Verde Patrol 895-9277
Ironwood/Oakwood Patrol
Duty Officer 797-6508
Office Phone 802-4937
RCI Patrol
Duty Office 226-7919
Office Message Phone 802-0699
The Sun Lakes Patrol performs the following services:
- Emergency assistance from Sun Lakes fire and medical departments.
- Enforcement of RV parking policies.
- Enforcement of Homeowner Association rules, regulations, CC&Rs and deed restrictions.
- Patrol of all facilities.
- Accident reports.
Pets
Dogs, cats and other animals must be kept on a leash when not confined to the owner’s lot or property. Pets are strictly prohibited in the clubhouses, on the golf courses, or any other recreation areas. Pet owners should not permit their dog, cat or other animal to create unsanitary conditions anywhere on the common properties. For your pet’s protection, have him/her licensed. You may contact the Sun Lakes Animal Clinic at 895-7633 or the Maricopa County Animal Control at 602-506-7387 for complete information about licensing.
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Phone Directory/Sun Lakes Source Book
The Sun Lakes Source Book is the official telephone directory and community guide for the residents of Sun Lakes.
Homeowners who choose to have a listing or have any changes to the Sun Lakes Source Book must submit the information to Robson Publishing, 9666 East Riggs Road, Suite 103, or call 895-4216 by October 1, 2008. The Source Book is published on an annual basis and will be available in January or February.
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Post Office
Ocotillo Branch - 123 W. Chandler Heights, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248-9998,
800-275-8777.
A full service post office is located in the back of the Ace Hardware Store in the Sun Lakes Shopping Center. The post office is open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The phone number is 895-5471.
Note: Please use the US Postal Service Information Hot Line, 800-275-8777, for any mailing questions you may have or contact the Sun Lakes Post Office at 895-5471.
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Racquetball/Handball Courts
Sun Lakes has two regulation racquetball/handball courts located in the east wing of the Palo Verde Country Club. The Sun Lakes Racquetball Club maintains a court sign-up board just outside the courts, as well as the club bulletin board with rosters, local racquetball news and upcoming events and tournaments. The courts are open for play from 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. daily, seven days a week.
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Reciprocal Agreements
There are Reciprocal Agreements in existence between Sun Lakes Country Club and Cottonwood/Palo Verde, and between Cottonwood/Palo Verde and Ironwood/Oakwood. These Reciprocal Agreements deal with the common usage of facilities and vary between phases. For more information please consult your homeowners association.
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Recycling
There are three area recycling centers available to Sun Lakes residents. Everyone is encouraged to use them.
Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse
9531 E Riggs Road (just west of the Baptist church on Dobson) - 895-8751
Accepts: newspapers, magazines, aluminum cans, and phone books
Not Accepted: glass, cardboard, plastic, or tin cans
Sun Lakes Country Club Homeowners Association
5601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd. (East parking lot).
Accepts: cardboard, newspapers (in paper bags), magazines, and aluminum cans.
Not accepted: phone books, plastics or metals
ABITIBI Recycling - 390 East Ray Road, Chandler (East of Arizona Avenue, past railroad tracks, north side) - 821-0003.
Accepts: all of the materials listed above, plus tin cans and metals.
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Renaissance
9508 E. Riggs Road 883-2000 or 877-683-5164 (toll free)
Luxury retirement, independent-living apartment community. Amenities include an elegant dining room and cozy pub; on-site activities; fitness center; swimming pool; computer/Internet room; billiards room; resident library; bocce; horseshoes; a putting green and party ramada. Website: www.renaissanceretirement.com
Private On-Site Amenities:
Psychotherapy - Carolyn Boles 688-1218
Renaissance Beauty Salon 883-2720
Renaissance Masseuse 883-2725
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Resource Center
(COTTONWOOD/PALO VERDE)
The Resource Center has all the information, forms and answers Cottonwood/Palo Verde homeowners need. It is conveniently located at the Cottonwood Country Club. The Resource Center is staffed 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (closed noon - 1:00 p.m. for lunch), Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Summer hours vary. The telephone number is
895-9606.
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Restaurants And Catering Of Sun Lakes
Cottonwood/Palo Verde: We offer full service banquets for any occasion and in-home catering. Please call the Food & Beverage office at 895-0339.
Ironwood/Oakwood: For any catering needs, large or small, please call
895-7275. We offer catering for private parties, wedding receptions, anniversaries, etc.
Sun Lakes Country Club Cactus Corner: We offer great food for the best price for all your catering needs in Sun Lakes Country Club, call 895-9270.
SUN LAKES COUNTRY CLUB
25601 North Sun Lakes Blvd.
Cactus Corner (breakfast and lunch) 895-9270
COTTONWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
25630 Brentwood Drive
Lounge 895-9688
Cottonwood Cafe 895-9689
(breakfast, lunch and dinner)
PALO VERDE COUNTRY CLUB
10801 San Tan Blvd.
Front Desk 895-1981
Reservations 895-1834
(lunch, dinner and Sunday breakfast buffet)
IRONWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
550 West Champagne Drive 895-3275
OAKWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
24218 South Oakwood Blvd. 895-7275
Oakwood Food & Beverage Info 895-7275
The Grill at Oakwood 802-4303
The Poolside Cafe 802-4306
RENAISSANCE BISTRO
9508 East Riggs Road 883-2000
(serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch)
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RV Storage
For RV space information, call the rental office at 895-0791, located at 25237 South Sun Lakes Blvd. #7, Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The RV storage lot is located off Riggs Road on Price Road. It has a dump station and water but no electricity. RV storage spaces are on a fee basis.
Hook ups and nightly stays are not available.
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Sheriff’s Posse
This all-volunteer organization has been established by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office to supplement efforts in protecting the Sun Lakes community from criminal elements, helping protect the welfare and lifestyle of its citizens, aid in emergencies and other service as required by the county. The Posse can be reached at 895-8751.
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Shopping Center Directory
ALMA SCHOOL/RIGGS (See Map D, page 13 of Source Book)
Asian Grill 802-9888
Bashas’ Market 802-7182
BJ’s Hair Salon 895-7770
DBK Bookkeeping & Tax Service 895-7888
Dental - Jaffar Elahi DDS 883-8000
Fletcher Music Center 883-3677
OPT Rehab 802-7081
RM Travel Group 895-9362
Reay’s Minit Market 802-2611
Southwest Golf Cars 802-8311
Walgreens 895-0762
Wachovia 895-3874
DOBSON/RIGGS (See Map B, pg. 13 of Source Book)
360° Physical Therapy 883-6734
Ace Hardware 802-2100
Bank of America 827-6642
Beall’s 802-3494
Bennett Motor Express
(Robert Petty Freight Agency) 883-6390
BJ’s Hair Salon 895-0130
B&R Engineering 895-0799
Burger King 895-7733
Charles & Co. / Schroeder Financial 895-0611
Curves for Women 895-1664
CVS Pharmacy 895-3063
Dental - Dr. Saba & Dr. Romanin 895-2111
Desert Hearing Center 985-2544
Flooring Gallery 895-4241
Home Mortgage Finance Corp. 895-5555
Horner Group Golf Cars 895-0608
KFC/A&W Root Beer 883-0400
Local Gentry Barber Shop 707-3976
Martell Chiropractic 895-4491
NW PCB Design & Prototype
Old Republic Title 895-9247
Post Office in the Ace Hardware 895-5471
Ramiro’s Taco Shop 802-6774
Renal West, Inc. 883-1301
Robson Publishing - Splash Newspaper 895-4216
Subway Restaurant 802-2210
Sun Devil Automotive 895-0881
Sun Lakes Animal Clinic 895-7633
Sun Lakes Property Management 895-8400
Sun Lakes Realty 895-9300
Western Broadband 895-8084
McQUEEN/RIGGS - FRY’S SHOPPING CENTER
Desert Schools Federal
Credit Union (in Fry’s) 602-335-5825
Fry’s Marketplace 883-6500
Golf Etc. 895-1992
Great Clips 895-9411
Jack in the Box 802-7807
Little Ceasar’s Pizza 802-4300
Neo Nails 895-3001
Oxford Cleaners 883-7545
Panda Express 895-6291
Planet Beach Tanning 802-1583
Riggs Marketplace Dental Care 812-3999
Subway 802-1544
Wireless Central 883-9800
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Sisk Park
Sisk Park has a putting course, horseshoe court, bocce ball court, a basketball court and a volleyball court. The ramadas and barbecue grills may be reserved for group functions or parties by calling the Recreation Director at 895-3550.
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Softball Field
Sun Lakes “Field of Dreams” softball field is the home of the Sun Lakes softball teams who regularly play competitive softball with other adult softball teams throughout the valley. For more information on women’s and men’s softball leagues see the “Sports” section.
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Swimming Pools
There is no lifeguard on duty at any of the Sun Lakes pools. Adult supervision of all children under the age of 19 is mandatory.
Sun Lakes Country Club: The main clubhouse has an adult pool, conversation pool and lap pool. Children under the age of 19 who are guests of only Sun Lakes I homeowners may swim from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The Oasis has an adult pool and whirlpool. Children under the age of 19 who are guests of only Sun Lakes I homeowners may swim from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cottonwood/Palo Verde: Adult pools are located at the Cottonwood main pool, Cottonwood lap pool, Palo Verde Country Club and the Michigan Avenue pool. Hours are from 7:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. No children under the age of 10 are permitted in these pools or pool areas at any time. Children 10 years and over may use these pools between the hours of noon and 2:00 p.m.
Cottonwood/Palo Verde Children’s Pool: The children’s pool is located at Cottonwood at the west end of the country club. Hours are from 7:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. and is for the use of children under the age of 16.
Ironwood Halley Pool/Ironwood Clubhouse Pool/Voax Pool: These pools are open seven days a week from 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Children 2 years old through 17 are permitted to use these pools daily from noon until 3:00 p.m.
Oakwood: The lap pool, main pool and spa are open seven days a week from 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Oakwood main and lap pools are available daily from noon until 3:00 p.m. for children 15 to 17 years.
The Oakwood children’s pool is open seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Children under two years of age or still in diapers may use the Oakwood children’s pool only providing they are wearing a swim diaper. A baby’s bathing suit must also be worn over the swim diaper. Children under two years of age, or in any type of diaper, are not allowed in any of the Ironwood swimming pools at any time.
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Telephone Service
For new telephone service or billing questions, please call Western Broadband at 895-8084 or Qwest at 1-800-244-1111. For repair services call 1-800-573-1311.
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Television News For Sun Lakes
The Sun Lakes Television News is a great way to see what news, events and activities are happening in the entire Sun Lakes area. The show is produced locally by Sun Lakes residents. Programs are aired October - May on Mondays and Tuesdays at 7 a.m., noon, 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Western Broadband Channel 49. For more information please contact Barb Carr at 734-7989 or at her e-mail address: sunlakesnews49@earthlink.net.
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Tennis
Sun Lakes Country Club: Courts are located on the east side of the clubhouse. Court lights may not be used after 10:00 p.m. or before 6:00 a.m. Scheduled events by the Tennis Association will have precedence for use of the courts.
Cottonwood/Palo Verde: The tennis facilities consist of two premier surface courts and five hard surface courts. Hours are from 6:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m., daily.
Ironwood: There are two clay courts located at Ironwood. Court lights may not be used after 11:00 p.m. or before 6:00 a.m.
Oakwood Health and Tennis Club: Oakwood is a private tennis club which includes two sunken stadium courts, four clay courts and eight hard surface courts. Twelve of the 14 courts can be reserved two days in advance with two courts being available on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be organized league play as well as clinics and lessons. Court lights may not be used after 10:00 p.m. or before 6:00 a.m. For more information, please contact the Oakwood Health and Tennis Club at 802-6971 or 802-6853.
Tennis Clubs
For more information on tennis clubs see the “Sports” section.
Tennis Lessons
All Sun Lakes homeowners are welcome to call tennis professionals, Jason Morton or Heidi Gilbert, for lessons at Oakwood Tennis Club, 802-6971.
All Sun Lakes homeowners are welcome to call tennis professional, Don Neu, for beginning and advanced tennis lessons. Please call him at 895-2763.
Sun Lakes Country Club: Sun Lakes Country Club homeowners can contact tennis professional, Bernie Witczak, for tennis instruction. Please call Bernie at 895-9049 to set up lessons.
Tennis Sign-Up Boards
Sun Lakes Country Club Tennis Sign-Up Board: To sign up, put name and time under court number when you start. If all courts are in use, place your name on the waiting list. When playing time is up and players are waiting, you may add your name to the bottom of the waiting list.
Cottonwood Tennis Sign-Up Board: Information, schedules and registration forms for the Cottonwood Tennis Club and sign-up forms for scheduled play are available at the tennis bulletin board just outside the fitness center.
Palo Verde Tennis Sign-Up Board: The sign-up board is located at the ramada between the two courts.
Ironwood Tennis Sign-Up Board: The sign-up board for the two courts at Ironwood is located by court 1. Same sign-up procedures and rules apply as at Cottonwood.
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Voter Registration
In order to vote in the State of Arizona you must be registered 29 days prior to any election. Registration forms are available at the Sun Lakes post office.
For information about voter registration, absentee ballots or districts, call the Maricopa County Elections Office at 602-506-1511.
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Water/Sewer
Water and sewer service at Sun Lakes is provided by Pima Utility Company, located at 9532 East Riggs Road. The phone number is 895-1366. The after-hours or emergency number is 895-5009.
Note: The City of Chandler provides the water and sewer service in Ironwood Estates. The customer service telephone number is 782-2280.
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Wildlife Feeding
It is a violation of the Homeowners Associations’ rules to feed the birds, especially ducks and coots. Doing so causes an over-population problem as well as a health hazard.
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