Presidents Letter

Hello everyone,

I hope you all had a great summer and are looking forward to the cooler weather, although we haven’t completely cooled down yet.

Thank you to all who attended this year’s Continental Ranch Community Associations Annual Meeting held at Coyote Trail Elementary School and voted for this year’s director positions.

November means homeowner assessments are due, supporting the homeowner association’s operation. We understand that some people may have financial difficulties. If homeowner assessments go unpaid for a full year, they are turned over for collections, and at that point, it is out of our hands. We try to avoid this and will accept a payment plan to help those homeowners stay current. Please, if you are having financial difficulties, contact the office to make arrangements so we do not have to send it to collections.

It was great to see so many people using the pools this year, but unfortunately, they have now closed for the season.

Don’t forget to mark your calendars and come get your picture taken with Santa. Check inside the newsletter for more details. We hope to see you all there.

Wishing everyone happy and safe holidays.

Peg Bracken

Dear Residents,

I hope everyone had a great summer and is looking forward to the cooler weather ahead.

Many residents have noticed the high number of times the pools have been closed for human contamination. Please do your part to prevent human contamination from taking these amenities away from other community members (refer to pool rule #12). The emergency pool service to sanitize the pool is also an additional cost to the Association, which then requires 36-48 hours of closure.  Also, as a reminder, the Community Center pool closes on September 3rd, and the Windmill Park pool will close on November 1st. 

It’s time for the Annual Election, and four candidates are running for four open seats. I encourage you to attend the Meet the Candidates meeting on September 17, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the Community Center. It’s crucial to cast your vote to meet the quorum. Please review your packets in October and mail or drop off your absentee ballots at the office. In-person voting will take place during the Annual Meeting at 6:00 PM in the cafeteria of Coyote Trail Elementary School on October 22, 2024.

As October approaches, we have several community events planned:

• Community Yard Sale: October 12th from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM

• Halloween Decorating Contest: October 17th (Judges needed – contact the office if interested)
• Waste Management Bulk Pickup: October 19th – Items should be place outside by 6:00 AM
• Annual Meeting: October 22nd at 6:00 PM in the cafeteria of Coyote Trail Elementary School
• Waste Management Dumpster Event: October 25th and 26th at the west parking lot of Windmill Park

Lastly, please remember to be considerate when walking your pets by cleaning up after them. Neighbors continue to leave their pets’ droppings on the sidewalk, which can be unpleasant for others. Let’s all contribute to keeping our yards and sidewalks clean and safe.

Looking forward to seeing you participate and attend the upcoming events!

Peg Bracken

First and foremost, we are sad to see Ashley moving on. Ashley has been a real asset to this community in how it was managed and will be missed. However, we are glad to see her grow and wish her the best!

It’s time to celebrate as the Fourth of July has arrived! Let’s show gratitude for this great nation’s Independence Day and give thanks to the men and women who sacrificed their lives for the freedoms we sometimes take for granted. Let’s also be thankful for living in this wonderful country.  I’m excited for the upcoming Fourth of July festivities! Check your local listing for any fireworks shows Marana and Tucson will be hosting and be safe!

Please take care of your pets during fireworks celebrations. If you find a lost pet, please get in touch with Marana Animal Control. 

With the record heat we have been having it’s nice to see the swimming pools being used. There have been a large number of kids using the pool now that they are out of school. Please remember to obey the pool rules. Many residents have noticed the unusually high number of times the pools have been closed for human contamination so far this summer. It should go without saying, but please do your part to prevent human contamination from taking these amenities away from other community members (refer to pool rule #12). The emergency pool service to sanitize the pool is also an additional cost to the Association, which then requires 48-36 hours of closure.

Again, as a reminder: when walking your pets, please be mindful of others by cleaning up after them. Neighbors continue to leave their pet’s droppings on the sidewalk, which is unpleasant for everyone. Let’s all contribute to keeping our yards and sidewalks clean and safe. 

Thank you, Peg Bracken

We had a great turnout at our Annual Easter Egg Hunt, and it was heartening to see so many families enjoying the beautiful, albeit windy, day. We would like to extend our gratitude to Valaree Cavazos, our newest management team member, for organizing the event. This was a team effort, and we want to thank our entire management team and all the homeowners who participated in setting up and taking everything down. Without everyone’s contribution, we could not have made this event possible. A big thank you to AAA Landscape for the immense help they provided, as well as Boy Scouts Troop 219.

Construction for the splash pad tank replacement at Windmill pool has been finished, and the community center pool is scheduled to open May 17^th, which is an exciting time for everyone as the summer officially kicks off in Continental Ranch. It is also important to keep in mind that our semi-annual assessments are due May 1^st. Please ensure that you are up to date with your payments to avoid any delinquency status. If you are having difficulty making your payments, please do not hesitate to let the management office know so that we can work together to find a possible solution. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

I continue to receive numerous complaints from homeowners about dog owners not being responsible for picking up after their pets. This is not limited to just one area of Continental Ranch, but throughout our community. Please be considerate of your neighbors and don’t wait for the poop fairy to appear. It is your responsibility to pick up after your pet and keep our community clean and safe.

Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining our beautiful community.

Sincerely, Peg Bracken

Dear Residents, 

I am happy to announce that the Windmill Park pool opened on March 1^st! I hope you all have a great pool season and enjoy the warmer weather.

The splash pad tank replacement project began over the winter, with the new pre-cast concrete tank going into production on November 27. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances that are beyond our control, there have been a few delays. We appreciate your patience as we do all we can to get this project completed. Meanwhile, we look forward to seeing you enjoy the pool and spa!

On March 30^th, we have the Easter Egg Hunt event, a wonderful opportunity for residents to come together and have fun. We encourage everyone to volunteer and help as it takes many people to make it a success, especially setting up the event the day before. If you have some free time, please call the office and offer your services. Also, be sure to get wristbands for the kids before the event to avoid waiting in line. This event promotes unity within our community and includes activities for residents of all ages.

Spring is a beautiful season that brings us lovely flowers and pleasant weather. However, it also comes with an unwelcome guest: weeds. To avoid receiving a letter from the office, please take control of weeds as soon as you see them. Pre-emergent is an excellent way to prevent weed growth, but it’s best applied before they begin sprouting. So, let’s all work together to keep our community clean and beautiful this Spring season.

Best wishes to all Continental Ranch residents!

Peg Bracken

Happy New Year to everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful and safe time welcoming the 2024 new year. 

In December 2023, we had a great turnout for the Photos with Santa event at the community center. The management company did an excellent job with the decorations, making the event even more special. I also want to congratulate the winners of the Holiday Decorating Contest!

Our next event is the annual CRCA Easter Egg Hunt, scheduled for the end of March. We have lots of fun and exciting activities planned for the kids, so it’s an event you don’t want to miss. As always, we are looking for volunteers to help us make this event a success. Volunteering is a great way to give back to our community, so please reach out to the office and let them know if you can.

Please note that the board had approved the Windmill Spa to be open through December 2023 and hopefully, for the upcoming year we will be able to provide the same service; also, the splash pad will be opening on March 1st. The splash pad tank is being replaced this January with a cement tank, and we hope it will have a longer lifespan.  I hope everyone enjoys the pool season and warmer weather this upcoming year. 

With spring just around the corner, please take control of weeds as soon as you see them to avoid receiving a letter from the office. Pre-emergent is always an excellent way to go, but it is best applied before the weeds begin sprouting. 

Finally, please be considerate of your neighbors when taking your beloved animals for walks. I have noticed dog owners not being responsible and leaving their dog waste to be picked up by neighbors. Please carry bags and pick them up after your furry friends. It is not your neighbor’s job to pick up your pet’s mess.

-Peg Bracken

Dear Residents,

I hope you had a great summer and are looking forward to the cooler weather. Just a friendly reminder that although the Community Center pool closed after Labor Day, the Windmill Pool is still open and heated through the end of November.

The Board recently approved a proposal from Kappcon, Inc. to replace the splash pad’s underground surge tank, which will get done while the Windmill Pool is closed this January through February. The current plastic tank that cracked earlier this year will be replaced with a pre-cast concrete tank, which is now industry standard and expected to last for years to come.

Mark your calendars and don’t forget to come and get your picture taken with Santa on December 9^th! Check inside the newsletter for more details and we hope to see you all there.

In case you missed it, the Annual Meeting took place in October, where four members were elected to the Board. Long-time Board member, Bill Dawes, decided not to run this year, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank him for volunteering his time over the past 10-plus years to this community.

Thank you,

Peg Bracken

I hope everyone had a nice summer and I’m sure we’re all looking forward to cooler weather. As a reminder, the pool at the Community Center will close after Labor Day weekend, but the Windmill Pool will still be open.

It’s time for the Annual Election and four candidates are running for four open seats. It’s crucial to cast your vote so that quorum can be met so please review your packets in October and mail or drop your absentee ballots at the office. In person voting will take place at the Annual Meeting at 7:00pm in the cafeteria of the Coyote Trail Elementary School on October 24, 2023.

Since the dues were last increased five years ago, the U.S. has seen a cumulative price increase of about 20%. In order to keep up with inflation and maintain the strong levels of Reserves that CRCA currently has, it will be necessary to increase assessments in the upcoming fiscal year by as much as 12%. Board members are analyzing expenses and we will continue to make sure every association dollar is spent wisely and with the community’s best interest in mind. While no increase is taken lightly, I am confident that Continental Ranch will continue to have low dues for all the great amenities it has to offer residents.  

Greetings! I hope you are enjoying the sunny weather this summer. It’s great to see the community utilizing the pools, especially with kids being on break.

In May, a leak in the splash pad system was discovered and had to be closed in order to investigate and schedule repairs, which are expected to be completed by the first week of July. We are working hard to ensure that it remains functional for the rest of the season. Please remember to follow all the rules and show kindness and respect to one another and the pool monitors.

When walking your pets, please be mindful of others by cleaning up after them. It has come to my attention that some people leave their pet’s droppings on the sidewalk, which can be unpleasant for others. Let’s all contribute to keeping our sidewalks clean and safe. 

I’m excited for the upcoming Fourth of July festivities! The town will be hosting celebrations at the Silverbell district park crossroads on Tuesday, July 4th. Remember to prioritize your safety and have a great holiday.

Thank you!

Peg Bracken

Hello Everyone,

We had a great turnout at the Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 8^th, and it was so nice to see so many families enjoying the spring day. I want to give a big thank you to Paula Bellina, and all the volunteers, for organizing and setting things up. Everyone worked together to bring the most significant CRCA event of the season to our community. I want to thank the residents who generously volunteered their time and contributed to making this event possible. Special thanks to the Boy Scouts Troop #219 and AAA Landscape for the immense help they provided as well. We also had a great turnout at the pool after the event. I hope everyone is looking forward to the community center pool opening this May 19^th. Just a friendly reminder, our semi-annual assessments are due May 1st and are considered late after May 15th. Please keep current on your dues to avoid going into delinquency status. If you are having financial issues, please reach out to the management office to set up some type of arrangement. I would also like to remind everyone that we are still in ‘weeds’ season. Please pay special attention to managing front yard weeds so that we can keep our community looking great. AAA Landscape is currently addressing community weeds and their spray division is working closely with the maintenance crew.

Thank you again everyone and enjoy this upcoming summer. 

Peg Bracken