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Committee Meeting Dates & Times
Arbitration Coordination & Implementation Committee (ACIC)
July 2 & 16 | 2:30pm
Infrastructure/Landscape Committee (ILC)
July 2 & 16 | 1pm
Architectural Review Committee (ARC)
July 7 | 10:30am
Strategic Planning Committee (SPC)
July 7 | 2:30pm
Communications Committee (ComCom)
July 20 | 2pm
Social Events Committee (SEC)
July 21 | 1pm
Finance Committee (FC)
July 17 | 1pm
Board of Directors Meeting
July 23 | 2pm
Please check the ourdovemountain.net website for any meeting changes and the Zoom information.
Board Meeting Review
If you were unable to attend the monthly Board Meeting, just click below on the underlined links to review in the format that is easiest for you. You will need to log in to the website as a resident to review.
Video Link – this is the complete recording of the Board Meeting that includes everything that was spoken from the Board of Directors, Management and anyone in the room.
Meeting Minutes – the official report of the prior monthly meeting for the Board of Directors and actions taken.
Finance Report – the monthly finances of the DWDMCA.
Community Mission Statement
Larkin Hohnke President president@ourdovemountain.net
Architectural Review Committee Chair & Security Task Force Liaison Board of Directors
Deborah Curran Vice President vicepresident@ourdovemountain.net
Communications Committee & Strategic Planning Committee Liaison
Mark Johnson Secretary secretary@ourdovemountain.net
Arbitration Committee & Infrastructure Landscape Committee Chair
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Paul Hedquist Treasurer treasurer@ourdovemountain.net
Finance Committee Liaison
Mark Gallardo Director at Large director1@ourdovemountain.net
Social Events Committee Liaison
Selling Your Home?
The ourdovemountain website has the information you need! No need to login to find either. Just go to Helpful Contacts > Sellers-Resale Information
If interested in purchasing advertising with the DWDM News, contact the Lifestyle Director at btruman@associatedasset.com for the advertising terms and current pricing at least 30 days in advance of publication. The inclusion of an advertiser in this newsletter does not constitute any endorsement by Del Webb at Dove Mountain Community Association. The Association does not verify any information contained herein.
Del Webb at Dove Mountain is a community committed to enriching wellness of both mind and body by providing and enhancing amenities, activities and social interaction.
We strengthen our community through effective, transparent, and responsible management. We value initiatives that drive continuous improvement which benefit the community and its Residents.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Arizona Summer Heat: Stay Safe, Not Sedentary
When Arizona temperatures climb into the triple digits, many people make one of two mistakes.
1. Some continue their normal outdoor activities and underestimate the effects of the heat.
2. Others retreat indoors and become far less active than they were during the cooler months.
Neither approach serves your health well. The goal is not to ignore the heat. The goal is to respect it while continuing to move safely.
As we age, our bodies become less efficient at regulating temperature. We may not feel thirsty as quickly, and we often lose fluids before realizing we're becoming dehydrated. Certain medications can also increase sensitivity to heat.
That means older adults need to be more intentional about staying active during Arizona's hottest months.
Last month, we talked about why walking alone isn't enough. Summer in Arizona provides a perfect reminder of that lesson. If walking is your only form of exercise, extreme heat can bring your fitness routine to a halt.
But if you're including strength training and other forms of exercise, you have far more options for staying active and continuing to make progress all summer long.
The good news? You don't have to stop exercising. You simply need to exercise smarter.
Smart Tip #1: Stay Ahead of Dehydration
One of the biggest mistakes people make is waiting until they feel thirsty to drink water. By the time thirst appears, dehydration may already be developing.
Make hydration a habit throughout the day, not just during exercise. Water is usually the best choice for most workouts. If you're sweating heavily or spending extended time outdoors, replacing electrolytes may also be beneficial.
Pay attention to early warning signs:
dry mouth
headache
fatigue
dizziness
dark-colored urine
muscle cramps
These are signals to slow down, cool off, and rehydrate!
Julia Darrah, NETA CPT Active Aging Specialist
Smart Tip #2: Choose Your Timing Wisely
During Arizona summers, timing matters. Early morning is often the safest time for outdoor activity. Temperatures can rise quickly, often well before noon, and surfaces such as asphalt and concrete can become significantly hotter than the air itself.
If outdoor exercise is part of your routine, plan ahead and avoid the hottest part of the day whenever possible.
Smart Tip #3: Know the Difference Between Exercise and Heat Stress
There is a difference between normal exercise effort and heat-related illness.
If you experience dizziness, nausea, unusual shortness of breath, confusion, excessive fatigue, or chills despite being hot, stop exercising immediately and move to a cooler environment. If symptoms do not stop, call or have someone call 911. But do not hesitate. These are signs of heat stroke and can cause severe and immediate health problems if left untreated.
Pushing through heat-related symptoms is never a sign of toughness. It's a sign that your body needs help.
Smart Tip #4: When It's Too Hot to Walk
When outdoor exercise becomes less practical, many people become less active.
Instead, consider summer an opportunity to shift your focus. This is the perfect time to work on the qualities that help maintain independence as we age: strength, balance, mobility, stability, and functional movement.
Strength training, fitness classes, indoor walking, swimming, and functional exercise programs allow you to continue improving your fitness without exposing yourself to extreme temperatures.
Our own Saguaro Center offers excellent opportunities to stay active all summer long. Residents have access to a well-equipped fitness center with both cardio and
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strength-training equipment, a pool for low-impact exercise and a variety of fitness classes. If you've drifted away from your routine, summer is a great time to return—or to try something new.
Many people actually make more consistent progress during the summer when they move their workouts indoors. Consistency matters more than location.
Turning Summer into a Season of Progress
Summer in Arizona does not have to become a season of inactivity. In fact, it can become a season of progress.
The key is adapting your routine to the season. We don't need to hibernate during the summer months. We simply need a plan.
Stay hydrated. Exercise during cooler hours or indoors. Continue building strength and maintaining your fitness.
The Arizona heat is something to respect, not fear. With a little planning and a lot of consistency, you can stay active, healthy and strong all summer long.
The goal is not to survive the summer. The goal is to emerge from it stronger than when it began.
AAM All Access
By Rod Dunnett, USPTA Elite Professional
To Hit a Backhand Volley
To hit a solid backhand volley, use a compact “punch” motion rather than a full swing for control at the net.
Grip and Stance
Adopt the Continental grip (like holding a hammer) for all volleys—essential for quick transitions and wrist stability. Position 6-8 feet from the net in a ready stance: knees bent, split step forward with momentum, upper body turned 45 degrees toward the ball.
Preparation
Turn shoulders first (don’t step prematurely), racket at 45 degrees (laid back from side view), elbow ahead of body. Use your non-hitting hand to pull the racket back slightly, creating wrist tension like a spring. Keep racket head above wrist, no big backswing.
Contact and Swing
Punch forward and slightly upward through the ball’s side, adding backspin for safety—aim high over net if low balls force knee bend. Firm wrist, short action; separate hands at contact, weight shifting forward.
Follow-Through
Extend hitting arm toward target, non-dominant arm opposite for balance, racket face pointing at target. Recover quickly to ready position 6-8 feet back.
Practice slowly emphasizes control over power.
You can now access your account information and association information. You can register anytime just download the AAM All Access mobile app or visit the web version: allaccess.associatedasset.com
Look here for more information on future ILC projects!
Strategic Plan for DWDMCA
A Strategic Plan is for a homeowners’ association (HOA) and it is a roadmap that outlines the Community’s long-term vision and goals, typically covering 3-4 years or more. It helps the Board make proactive, goal-oriented decisions instead of reacting to daily issues by defining specific actions to achieve objectives, manage resources and anticipate future needs. This Strategic Plan will require annual reviews and regular updates, potentially every 2 years. To read more about DWDMCA’s strategic plan, click here.
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July Events & Fitness Schedule
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No preregistration necessary
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The Communications Committee was pleased you joined them for their Happy Hour on June 24. Thank you to all who came to the Happy Hour and thanks to Jim Quigley for providing music. If you have questions or ideas, then please feel free to contact any ComCom committee member, and/or attend their next meeting on July 20 at 2pm. Salsa Identification: #1 Trader Joe's., #2 Mateo's, and #3 Pace Picante. It seemed like Trader Joe's salsa was quite popular!
Del Webb Dove Mountain Featured Artists
Three talented resident artists, Kathleen Farmer, Alicia Schilder and Kathy Weaver, have been accepted into the Southern Arizona Artist Guild (SAAG) juried exhibition “Sonoran Treasures” at the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum, Ironwood Gallery from July 18-September 27, 2026. The gallery is located within the museum grounds at 2021 N Kinney Road, Tucson, AZ. Please plan to make a special trip to the museum to view their beautiful creations.
Fire Department fixing the flagpole
Alicia Schilder, Where has all the Water Gone
Happy Hour
Kathleen Farmer, Three's a Crowd
Kathy Weaver, A Flicker in a Crested
Joe Bourne entertained the community with several his rendition of classical show tunes. He even asked attendees to sing along!
Elia Gonzalez took this picture on her morning walk:
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Did you know that the common areas, storm sewers and behind your homes are not to be used to dump tree cuttings and landscaping waste?
- Dumping waste in the storm sewers prevent water flow - especially during monsoon season.
- Dumping waste behind your homes eliminates the 3-foot barrier created to help protect your homes, and common areas are maintained for everyone’s enjoyment and should not be used for a personal reason.
Did you know that no resident or hired landscapers can trim any plants outside their property? Those areas are considered owned by the HOA (common areas) or the City of Marana or other legal entities (Reserve area and washes behind your homes).
Thank you, ILC Committee
Want to learn more about what is going on in and around the Town of Marana?
Click here to read what your town is up to now and in the future.
PERSONAL CARE ITEM COLLECTION
The DWDM family is collecting personal care toiletry/hygiene items that will be shared with local charities. When traveling, pick up those travel size soaps, lotions, shampoos and more during your hotel stays. (New or unopened items only.)
These essential care items are greatly appreciated and will then be distributed to those in need here in Tucson, Sister Jose’s Homeless Shelter and the Poverello House (a men’s homeless shelter).
While at the store, see items on BOGO Sale and grab extra!
At the next dentist appointment, grab that toothbrush and toothpaste and donate those as well!
Thank you for your support. For more information, please contact Karen Gove at: govekm@gmail.com
The white collection container is behind the bar/counter inside the Saguaro Center.
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Below is a brief description of the onsite management team members’ responsibilities for the day-to-day operations.
Linda Corsey, CMCA, PMP
Community Manager
Liaison to the Board of Directors, Finance, Infrastructure Landscape, Election and Strategic Planning Committees. Alcohol Manager, common area and landscaping issues, association budget, reserve study, annual audit and monthly financial reporting, operational procedures, preventative maintenance, resale, liquor license compliance, website updates, e-blast communications and employment opportunities. Board meetings, vendor contracts, legal and insurance matters.
lcorsey@associatedasset.com 520-485-0200
Marquita Greene
Administrative Assistant
Liaison to Architectural Review Committee. Works closely with the Community Manager. Customer service support to homeowners, compliance, website and document review, architectural submittals and Design Guidelines and Board Meeting support.
marquita.greene@associatedasset.com 520-485-3332
Barb Truman Lifestyle Director
Liaison to the Communication and Social Event Committees. Alcohol Manager, supervise receptionists, rental and room reservations, interest groups, lifestyle events, happy hours and notary services. Sponsor advertising and marketing program, community newsletter production, weekly event e-blasts, website and reservation system updates. Also, fitness program, personal training and fitness facility oversight.
btruman@associatedasset.com 520-485-0202
Randall Shaner Maintenance Technician
Facility management and building logistics, janitorial concerns, general repair, supply inventory, maintenance of the sports courts and entrance water feature. Certified Pool Technician monitoring the pool and spa. Also, assists Community Manager with bid procurement and maintenance repair supervision, plus preventative maintenance.
rshaner@associatedasset.com
