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Life In Estrella is Proud to Celebrate its

One Year Anniversary as the Official Community Magazine of Estrella

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Life In Estrella Magazine is the official community magazine of Estrella, brought to you by the Estrella Joint Committee (EJC). It is published monthly by Lion Tree Communications. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photographs or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. Trademarks, logos and content provided by advertisers, sponsors and partners are owned by the respective companies and all rights are

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6 Manager’s Message: Happy New Year Estrella!7 Covenants & Compliance: Community Handbook8 HOA Special Report: 2014 Asset Plan Developed9 December Meetings; Save the Date10 Community Business: New Lifestyle Director10 January Yard Appreciation11 Community Business: New VCA Board Member11 Community Business: 2014 Committee Members

12 Developer’s Corner: Commitment to Community

14 Tee Time: Golf Club Isn’t Just for Golfing!

16 Snippets: Prevention & Care for Plant Frost Damage 18 Clubs & Groups: Republican Group19 Clubs & Groups: Estrella Book Club20 Estrella’s Scrapbook22 Clubs & Groups: Pickleball23 Cuisine: Winter Warm Up

24 City of Goodyear: Celebrating a Great Year & a Bright Future24 Police Beat: Do You Know Your Neighbors?

25 Estrella Mountain Elementary: International Travel

26 Residents Club: Upcoming Events, January 2014

29 January 2014 Calendar

30 Numbers to Know Starpointe Groups / Instructors / Personal Trainers

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This is the 1st Year Anniversary Edition of ‘Life In Estrella Magazine’

and all of us who are involved in the production hope that you have enjoyed it as much as we have. Each month we

look forward to a new and exciting issue; all of the colorful photos of the community and residents, along with interesting articles and information.

We started out with 24 pages and, as of this issue, are up to 32 pages. This is due to your interest, participation in writing articles and submitting photos, not to mention all of our wonderful advertisers who support and make each publication possible. Since ‘Life In Estrella Magazine’ is about your wonderful community including the schools, City of Goodyear, the developer and the HOA, we encourage and welcome your stories and pictures to be displayed in future magazines, as well as any suggestions for upcoming articles. You can easily submit your articles, photos and/or suggestions to the Communications Coordinator, Shirley Robertson, at [email protected], or call her at 623.386.1112.

This edition features a new page called the “Association Community Business,” which was a suggestion of one of the resident Board members in an effort to bring more of the business matters to

the forefront. We will also include in this monthly section a Board and a CCMC staff profile, to help everyone become more acquainted with the folks who serve you in Estrella.

Also in this addition you will find a list of the 2014 Board members and Committee members. We welcome all of

them and thank them for their volunteerism in the community. It is going to be a great year here in Estrella, and if you haven’t applied for a committee or volunteered to assist with events, please contact our office to find out ways to become more involved.

Welcome to 2014!

happy New Year Estrella!By Lisa Lundskow, Community Manager

>>> MANAGER’S MESSAGE

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>>>ClubS & GroupS

Estrella Economy and Investment Group; There is Something for EveryoneBy Kevin Jordan

C ome join the group! It’s a low stress open forum where we

discuss the things that are happening in the world that have

a direct effect on your money. After all, money matters &

Investing is no Picnic, truer words have never been spoken. Did you

know that less than 5% of those at retirement age have enough to

retire or that 90% of the wealth in this country is held by fewer than

4% of the people?

The stock market, real estate, risk or no risk; who knew it would be

this hard? If you don’t understand the world of investing you’re not

alone. Our group is designed to take some of the mystery out, to

inform people of what’s affecting their money every day. The days

of “buy and hold” or blindly contributing to a 401K is over. You can

no longer be disinterested in how money works or turn it over to a

“professional” to manage for you. Truth is: “If you don’t care about

your money no one else will”!

We all face the same unknown future. Will my home value continue

to rise or is there another bubble looming? Am I invested in the right

areas for growth? Will I be able to afford to send my kids to college

and how do I save for retirement?

It’s time to get off your duff and COME JOIN THE GROUP. You

can be an EXPERT or a NOVICE, 18 or 80, all you must have is

an interest in how to better plan for your financial future. We’ll

have guest speakers in from time to time, so mark down the first

Tuesday (starting Oct 8th) of each month from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at

Starpointe. Call Kevin Jordan for more information: 623-528-8885.

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The Estrella Community handbook

As you already know, Estrella is the finest master-planned community in the West Valley. As a property owner in Estrella, you are

automatically a member of the Estrella Community Association, The Villages at Estrella Mountain Ranch Community Association (henceforth referred to as Associations), or the CantaMia Community Association. The Associations are incorporated for the purpose of preserving and enhancing the value of the homes and amenities of Estrella. It is the commitment and responsibility of the Associations to ensure a quality lifestyle and to provide for appropriate control of the general architectural theme and maintenance of common areas throughout Estrella.

The foundation for any high-quality planned community is the understanding of the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) and the cooperation of the property owners. The information was compiled to provide homeowners easy access to pertinent design guidelines and procedures as well as rules and regulations. The content of the document is important because it allows the Board of Directors, their managing agent and the homeowners clear direction and understanding of the expectation of quality for Estrella.

The handbook includes a variety of information to assist the residents of Estrella including: Community Structure, Landscape Design Guidelines, Property Design Guidelines, Modification Review Procedures, Protection of Washes, Property Use Restrictions, Common Area Rules, Starpointe Resident Club Rules and Violation Enforcement Policy.

The Community Handbook is located on the community website. Visit www.LifeinEstrella.com and scroll down to ‘Homeowners Association (HOA), then select ‘Estrella Community Handbook’. If you have any questions/concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Covenants and Compliance Estrella Team at 623-386-1112 or [email protected] or [email protected].

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Phone: 623.386.1112 / Fax: 623.386.5788www.LifeinEstrella.comOffice Hours: Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm. Additional hours available by appointment.

Todd Wuellner, MA, CPRP

Facilities Director

Lisa Lundskow, CAAM, PCAM

Community Manager

Debbie Harper, CMCA, CAAM

Operations Manager

Amy HelmsECA & VCA Compliance

Coordinator

Jodi MatlockFacilities, Design, Patrol Coordinator

Mary Ann Brungardt Starpointe Front

Desk Lead

Shirley RobertsonCommunications

Coordinator

Tammy CampbellAssistant Lifestyle

Director

Sharon ThunstedtAdministrative Coordinator

Loryn LansfordAdministrative Associate

Jordan RingYacht Club Coordinator

Dan CastilloStarpointe Maintenance

Coordinator

>>> covENANtS & coMpliANcE

By Covenants & Compliance Staff

Kevin WellsMaintenance Supervisor

Kristine McIlhennyLifestyle Director

Eric Holmgren, Club & Program Manager

2014 Community Asset replacement & refurbishment Plan developedBy Todd Wuellner, M.A., C.P.R.P., Facilities Director

>>>HoA SpEciAl REpoRt


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Each year, the Management Company develops an Annual Operating Plan to replace or refurbish community assets that have reached the end of

their useful life. Projects in the plan include improvements funded from the 2014 Operational Budget, as approved in October of 2013, and projects identified in the community’s July 31, 2013 Reserve Study update.

From these sources, the staff develops an Annual Operating Plan containing all proposed projects. Following detailed review by the staff, a final list of projects is prepared, implementation schedules developed and the overall plan is reviewed by the Board of Directors. Subsequently, the staff develops requests for proposals (RFPs) for specific work to be undertaken. The community’s Procurement Policy requires expenditures in excess of $2,500 necessitate multiple bids. After bids have been received, the staff prepares bid evaluations and a recommendation for the Board of Directors. After Board approval, the staff oversees contract negotiations and implementation of each project.

Significant projects in the 2014 Operational Plan requiring expenditures from the 2014 Operating Budget include:

Community Common AreAs

South Lake Shade Canopy at Playground ($26,000)

South Lake Pickleball Court Improvements ($13,570)

Tree and Shrub Replacements ($100,000)

Annual Granite Replacement ($200,000)

Palm Tree Trimming ($60,000)

Turf Over Seeding/Transition ($55,000)

Turf Fertilization ($41,000)

Lakes Palm Tree Replacement ($10,000)

15 Feet plus Tree Trimming ($14,000)

In reviewing the community’s Reserve Study, the following significant projects have been planned for 2014:

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New Carpet Floor Coverings ($27,000)

Plaster Finish Lap/Main Pools ($118,000)

LAke Amenities

Ornamental Light Pole Efficient Lighting Upgrade ($71,000)

Asphalt Pave, Mill and Overlay ($27,000)

Concrete Curbs/Gutters Repair ($8,000)

BougAinviLLe pArk

Tennis/Basketball Color Coat ($16,000)

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Pump and Electrical Component Replacements ($186,000)

WALL pAinting, iron & stuCCo repAir

Arterial/Interior Viewable and Non-Viewable Walls to be Repainted/Repaired in Twelve (12) Neighborhoods ($518,000)

vieWABLe FenCe repLACement

Two (2) Communities, Desert Vista and Privada, New View Fence adjacent to Schools ($60,000)

With the 2014 Operational Plan, $1,031,000 in Reserve Funds and $520,000 in Operating Budget expenditures are planned.

Save the date

Budget/FinanceWednesday, January 8, 2014, 5:00 pm

voting memberWednesday, January 8, 2014 6:30 pm

LandscapeThursday, January 9, 2014 10:00 am

CommunicationsThursday, January 9, 2014, 5:00 pm

socialMonday, January 20, 2014, 5:00 pm

Board of DirectorsTuesday, January 28, 2014, 6:30 pm

trailsWednesday, January 29, 2014, 5:00 pm

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SAVE THE DATECasino day at fort McdowellTuesday, January 21, 2014free event$5.00 deposit is required to reserve your spot, but will be refunded when you board the bus. Contact Kristine at [email protected] or 623.386.1112

New resident Orientation Tuesday, february 11, 20145:00pmAll new residents of Estrella are welcome to attend the New Residents Orientation. This informative event is free and will solidify why you chose to live in Estrella. Your RSVP is required. Simply visit www.lifeinestrella.com or call us at 623-386-1112 to reserve your seat(s). For your convenience the Pre-Schooner Club will be open for our younger Estrella residents potty trained through age 9. Now this feels like [email protected]

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Estrella Welcomes New Lifestyle directorBy Communications Committee


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Kristine McIlhenny, Estrella’s new Lifestyle Director is originally from Colorado and

graduated from CU Boulder with a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism. After working in the field of radio and TV news for seven years, she evolved into the world of event planning. Five years with the American Cancer Society

provided experience in events ranging from festivals to formal balls. It also enabled her to achieve the role of an executive director for the American Cancer Society.

When her two kids came along, Kristine put her event planning skills to use in the world of children. The next ten years involved planning and coordinating events within the Deer Valley School District. Kristine comes to Estrella from another residential property where she planned events for a 55+ community whose residents loved happy hours, dinners and shows.

Event planning is a busy life but, when she has free time, Kristine loves beautiful hikes, dancing, gardens, animals and curling up with some good historical fiction and a nice glass of red wine.

It has been a pleasure for her to have spent the last 20 years doing what she loves for such a variety of age groups. For Kristine, one of the beauties of being a lifestyle director at Estrella is the fact that it encompasses all ages and types of people. Combine that versatility with Estrella’s beautiful setting, and Kristine loves her new position.

Kristine is excited to continue the traditional events held in our community and would also love to shake things up and try something new. Be sure to drop her an email with your ideas at [email protected]! She looks forward to being a part of creating fun, laughter and fabulous memories for the residents of Estrella.

kristine mcilhenny

Estrella Elects New vCA resident board MemberBy Communications Committee

>>>coMMUNitY BUSiNESS

2014 Estrella Committee Members>>>coMMUNitY BUSiNESS

BuDget/FinAnCeSusan BaughAnwer HussainJoel JensenRichard NewcomerMark WeberCommuniCAtions Kimberly AponteRenee BammelDave FinleyPaula RedmonAndrea Tucker

LAnDsCApe Steve BauschFrank EckertKaren PetersMarge SharptrAiLs Kim DoudKen HillMike ParkScott PetersonJohn PetersBrian Roberts

soCiAL Duane EskewJacqueline LavinRenee OldhamPam SchafferShawna TrubySteve TurkeRae Valabek

voting memBer Committee is appointed in January. A list of members will be posted on the website and in February’s Life In Estrella Magazine.

If you would like to volunteer your time as a Voting Member, you still have time. There are still many neighborhoods that need a Voting Member. Make sure your neighborhood is represented.


In the coming months, Life In Estrella Magazine will introduce elected

HOA Board members, and members of various volunteer committees in the community. John Compton is one of the two HOA Board members elected at last September’s 2013 Annual Meeting.

John and his wife, Penny, along with their two children, Hallie Kate and Xan, relocated to Estrella in early 2010. Hallie Kate attends Estrella Mountain Elementary and Xan attends Phoenix Children’s Academy. John is active around Estrella participating in Estrella Youth Sports and volunteers in school projects. When free time presents itself, John and his family enjoy golfing, four wheeling and grilling on one of four different BBQ grills.

John’s past experience includes five years serving in the US Air Force. He deployed to Saudi Arabia among five other duty assignments, performing duties in long haul telecommunications and networking. John spent three years in the private sector as a project manager in network engineering and fiber optic cabling. Before moving to Arizona, John was a real estate agent focusing on residential sales for five years. As a former Realtor, John has witnessed firsthand communities that fail to keep their association strong. In 2006,

John began his most difficult undertaking thus far—a stay-at-home dad to Hallie Kate and Xan. This fall, Xan will begin kindergarten and John will resume his work in real estate.

John believes in and supports community associations, as they are vital in protecting our largest asset, our home. Giving back to the community has always been important to John. From volunteering in youth sports, Commander of the VFW in Castle Rock leading a group bringing ‘The Moving Wall’ (www.themovingwall.org) to Castle Rock, Colorado and now with the Estrella HOA. John was an intricate part of the Budget/Finance Committee and assisted his fellow members and CCMC to develop a three-year operational plan and is currently a Voting Member Committee Member.

goALsWork with the management company on long-term maintenance and upkeep of Estrella

Continue to work with the developer and community management on short and long-term community goals

Work to foster a stronger working relationship with the residents, CCMC and Newland

John looks forward to this coming New Year as Estrella’s Board of Director’s Secretary/Treasurer.

John Compton

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Please join us in welcoming Bill Olson to Estrella who has been hired as Senior Vice President and Division Manager for Newland Real Estate Group to

oversee the Phoenix team and Estrella community. In this position, Olson will oversee all aspects of the community’s development and build strategic partnerships to ensure its long-term growth as a self-sustaining master-planned community.

With more than 30 years of distinguished experience in the real estate industry, Olson brings a fresh perspective and commitment to growing the community and will be a tremendous asset for Newland and Estrella. Before joining Newland, Olson was Managing Director and Designated Broker for the international development firm, Hines Interests Limited Partnership.

“Estrella offers such a unique sense of arrival and I couldn’t be happier to join the Newland team,” said Olson. “A 20,000-acre development, with this much diversity, has so much potential to help shape the West Valley and I’m excited to be a part of what lies ahead for this great community and the City of Goodyear.”

As Senior Vice President and Division Manager, Olson will work to enhance and optimize relationships with existing and new homebuilders, the City of Goodyear and other diverse organizations to advance the economic strength of both the community, and the city.

Olson’s impressive list of professional accreditations includes State of Arizona real estate broker, general contractors’ license, National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) Board of Director’s member and membership in Urban Land Institute and the Institute of Real Estate Management, demonstrating a commitment to the real estate and building industries.

A Michigan native, Olson moved to the Valley of the Sun in 1972 and is a graduate of Arizona State University. An avid athlete in his personal time, Olson will be sure to enjoy a hike or two through Estrella’s many scenic

trails. He’s also an artist and enjoys sculpting pieces out of welded metal and stone. If you see Olson at community meetings be sure to introduce yourself and welcome him to Estrella.

>>> DEvElopER’S coRNER

Estrella Welcomes Newland’s New Senior vP & division Manager

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The Golf Club of Estella offers an amazing array of amenities for our Residents. Whether you are looking for a golf lesson or planning your

daughter’s wedding, The Golf Club of Estella is your destination. Here are a few examples:

pArties, AnniversAries & moreTheir outdoor patio is just the place to hold your anniversary, birthday or family get-together under lit trees with great golf course views. They provide fire pits and portable heaters to ensure that you remain cozy during our desert winter evenings. I almost forgot to mention that they have the only liquor license in Estrella, so they are just the spot for your post-holiday cheer.

Most of us have sampled their sumptuous dinner menu offered on Friday and Saturday nights. If you haven’t, I can certainly recommend a couple of selections that are truly wonderful. Chef Chris has fresh Atlantic salmon flown in daily and when you taste the roasted filet with Pico de Gallo and Key Lime sauce, you’ll be hooked (pardon my pun)! Another can’t miss, and their most popular entrée, is Seared Beef Tenderloin with potato, Parmesan Gratin and a fresh Cabernet sauce. Reservations are recommended, as they have limited seating. We have a great restaurant right in our backyard, so don’t miss it!

WeDDingsTheir wedding venue is absolutely stunning as well. Your bride-to-be will be overjoyed by the ceremony lawn, which offers a wonderful backdrop for this special occasion. And she can have her reception

outside under the stars on their beautiful patio with lit trees and fire pits. One key advantage to choosing The Golf Club of Estrella as a wedding destination is that if you prefer, you can have the Club cater your food or you can choose an outside caterer. Brad Groll and his team can assist with every detail to ensure a truly memorable special day.

goLF CLiniCsFor all of us who want to improve our golf game, the Club offers golf clinics for the beginners to scratch golfers. They offer clinics on Saturdays with juniors at 9:30am and Wednesday at 3:30pm, and Adults on Saturdays at 11am. You can call Trevor Finton or Kevin White to book additional private lessons as well.

For dinner reservations call direct to 623 925-3148. For golf lessons call 623 386-2600. The entire staff hopes your 2014 is the best ever!

>>>tEE tiME

The Golf Club of Estrella – Not Just for GolfingBy Tom Cortabitarte, General Manager

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>>>ClubS & GroupS

Estrella Economy and Investment Group; There is Something for EveryoneBy Kevin Jordan

C ome join the group! It’s a low stress open forum where we

discuss the things that are happening in the world that have

a direct effect on your money. After all, money matters &

Investing is no Picnic, truer words have never been spoken. Did you

know that less than 5% of those at retirement age have enough to

retire or that 90% of the wealth in this country is held by fewer than

4% of the people?

The stock market, real estate, risk or no risk; who knew it would be

this hard? If you don’t understand the world of investing you’re not

alone. Our group is designed to take some of the mystery out, to

inform people of what’s affecting their money every day. The days

of “buy and hold” or blindly contributing to a 401K is over. You can

no longer be disinterested in how money works or turn it over to a

“professional” to manage for you. Truth is: “If you don’t care about

your money no one else will”!

We all face the same unknown future. Will my home value continue

to rise or is there another bubble looming? Am I invested in the right

areas for growth? Will I be able to afford to send my kids to college

and how do I save for retirement?

It’s time to get off your duff and COME JOIN THE GROUP. You

can be an EXPERT or a NOVICE, 18 or 80, all you must have is

an interest in how to better plan for your financial future. We’ll

have guest speakers in from time to time, so mark down the first

Tuesday (starting Oct 8th) of each month from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at

Starpointe. Call Kevin Jordan for more information: 623-528-8885.

Advertise Your Business inYour Official

Community Magazine!

480.266.5034 | [email protected]

Enjoy the Most Effective Local Message Delivery for Your Business, with Added

Exposure on Estrella’s Official Community Website: www.LifeInEstrella.com.

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LANDSCAPEPrevention & Care for Plant frost damageJim Trog, CLWM, CIC, CLIA, Water Conservation Manager – Four Peaks Landscape Management, Inc.

>>>SNippEtS

Frost can typically occur in the Valley any time between the end of November through February. A common sign of frost damage

is darkening of leaves and death of stems or shoots. Winter annuals are sensitive to frost, but as with all plant material there are ways to help protect them.

preventing Frost DAmAge

Plant selection is a good step in preventing frost damage. Most of the native desert plants are tolerant to frost damage.

Plant frost sensitive plants in more sheltered areas.

Items like walls, boulders and homes give off heat that they have collected during the day to help give warmth at night.

reDuCing HeAt Loss:

Cover plants at night with a frost cloth or fabric sheet. Make sure the cloth goes completely to the ground to allow the heat from the ground to exit up into the plant.

Make sure to remove the frost cloth every morning after the temperatures get above 36 degrees to allow the plant to warm up with the sun light.

Frost damaged plants should not be trimmed back until later February or into March when the potential threat of frost is minimal. By leaving the frost damaged material on the plant it will help protect from further die-back.


The Conservative republican Group updatesBy Group Members

We have developed and passed an organizational motto and mission statement that describes who we are,

what we are about, and our direction moving forward. A club member, Bonnie Jansson, was elected to set up our organizational account and handle club records. Currently, items that are in the process are a set of bylaws that will structure our organization and a package of benefits and advantages to club membership. One of the new and exciting directions, we are undertaking, is to combine our meetings with that of Rhonda King, Chairwoman for Legislative District 4.

Guest speakers at our previous two meetings have been Mr. Tom Husband, Executive Director of the Maricopa County Republican Party (October), and Ms. Wally Campbell, Councilwoman for the city of Goodyear (November). Each brought

an informative and insightful presentation to the group. Mr. Husband spoke of the need for additional Precinct Committeemen. Currently, there are approximately 6500 openings in 20 Legislative Districts. He discussed Agenda 21 and sustainable development, as well as, the Common Core Curriculum, its implementation and the involvement of government in our educational system. Ms. Campbell spoke of how her background prepared her for her position with the Goodyear City Council. She, also, discussed the City of Goodyear, its economy, taxes, leadership, and priorities. All in all, she believes that the city is on its way back with many new and exciting things to come.

Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 21st at 7pm in the gallery room of the Starpointe Residents Club. The guest speaker for the evening will be MR. DOUG DUCEY, 32nd Treasurer for the State of Arizona. This will be an exciting and informative evening! Come on down and join us. Bring a friend or neighbor and meet members of our group that share the same concerns. The meetings are open to all age groups 18 years of age and up. See you there!

>>> clUBS & GRoUpSCommunity


>>>clUBS & GRoUpS

Stolen Lives: 20 Years in a desert JailBy Veda W. Elbe, Estrella Book Club

Estrella Book Club will begin the New Year with a gripping non-fiction account written by Malika Oufkir titled, “Stolen Lives: 20 Years in a Desert

Jail.” Malika grew up in the life of luxury and privilege in the royal court in Morocco. Her life changed dramatically from princess to prisoner after her father, General Oufkir, was executed in a failed coup attempt. The Oufkir family experienced increasingly brutal and inhumane conditions as the stolen years crept by.

This January selection will be sure to capture your attention.

Do you love book talk? Do you find reading and meeting in the name of books exciting? Nothing like having your nose stuck in book? Come and spread your love of books to others.

Will you join us January 8, 2014 at 10 a.m. for a lively discussion of this riveting read? We meet at the Starpointe Residents Club in the Gallery Rooms. Drop-ins are welcome! Our only requirement is a love of reading!

We have a diverse and exciting book list for 2014. If you have a “must read” book in mind and are willing to lead with prepared questions, please bring your book title and sign up to host a month!

The Estrella Book Club meets the second Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m. More questions? Contact Veda Elbe at [email protected] or Nina Adair at [email protected]. Sign up at www.LifeinEstrella.com. Or just come to book club and see what we are all about!

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Send Us Your Photos!If you have photos* of you and your family enjoying Estrella and all it has to offer and you’d like to see them in your official community magazine, send them via email to: [email protected]. Be sure to include full names and what it is that you’re doing in the picture. *Photos must have a resolution of at least 300 dots per inch (dpi) to be considered for print.

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Send Us Your Photos!If you have photos* of you and your family enjoying Estrella and all it has to offer and you’d like to see them in your official community magazine, send them via email to: [email protected]. Be sure to include full names and what it is that you’re doing in the picture. *Photos must have a resolution of at least 300 dots per inch (dpi) to be considered for print.

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Pickleball - A force to be reckoned WithBy the Estrella Pickleball Group

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Pickleball! It is the fastest growing sport in Estrella, Arizona and the United States! At South Lake Park,”Pickleballers” play in

the heat and cold, night and day! Many Estrella Residents recently competed in the Sundance Invitational, the 2013 USAPA Nationals and most recently the Surprise Fundraiser Tournament.

While the competition at Sundance was great, Estrella Residents Debbie Belanger and Jo Comstock placed 1st, winning a gold medal for the second time in Women’s Advanced Doubles. Linda Illies and her teammate Jean Kraus placed 3rd, winning a bronze medal.

In Men’s Advanced Doubles, Lindsey Willman and Ron Wilks placed 2nd, winning a silver medal and in Mixed Advanced Doubles, Debbie Belanger and Greg Belanger placed 2nd, winning a silver medal.

Estrella Residents Debbie Belanger and Jo Comstock competed for their first time in the 2013 USAPA National’s Tournament. It was held at Sun City Festival in Buckeye this year where players from all over the United States competed. It was an amazing experience and they both look forward to competing in the Nationals next year.

Most recently, Debbie Belanger and Jo Comstock placed 2nd place and brought home a silver medal in the Women’s Doubles at Surprise’s Pickleball Fundraiser, a USAPA event.

The cooler weather is bringing out many more players. There are beginner, advanced and open play groups available. If you are interested in seeing what all the fuss is about, please contact Ron Wilks at 623.266.9858 or email him at [email protected].

Debber Belanger, Jo Comstock, Lindsey Willman and Ron Wilks show off their hardware after the Sundance Tournament.

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Winter Warm-upBy Estrella Resident

IngredIents1/4 cup olive oil 2 pounds ground beef Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 large red onion, finely diced 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 tablespoons ancho chili powder 1 tablespoon pasilla chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 5 cups chicken stock 1 (16-ounce) can chopped or crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon chipotle pepper puree 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 can pinto beans, rinsed and drained 1 can white navy beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

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Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat. Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, and saute until browned. Transfer the meat to a plate and remove all but 3 tablespoons of the fat from the pan.

Add the onions to the pan and cook until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add the ancho powder, pasilla powder, and cumin and cook an additional 2 minutes. Return the beef to the pot, add the chicken stock, tomatoes and chipotle puree, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, cover the pan, and simmer for 45 minutes. Add the beans and continue cooking for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the lime juice, and adjust seasonings.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream, avocado, cilantro and shredded cheddar cheese.

Beef & three Bean Chili

IngredIents2 tablespoons butter Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 1 onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 6 cups canned vegetable stock 2 cups heavy cream 2 Idaho potatoes, peeled and diced 4 cups fresh corn kernels or 2 (10 ounce) bags frozen corn Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves

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Heat the butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and thyme and cook until the vegetables are good and soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Dust the vegetables with the flour and stir to coat everything well. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Add the cream and the potatoes. Bring to a boil and boil for about 6 – 7 more minutes until the potatoes break down. This will help to thicken the soup and give it a good texture. Add the corn kernels to the soup. Season with salt and pepper and simmer until the corn is soft, about 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the parsley and drizzle a little EVOO on top.

Creamy Corn Chowder

If you have a favorite recipe you would like to share, please send to: [email protected]


CITY

2013 has been an exciting year for Goodyear! We are building a new library and 911 Communications

Center, the healthcare industry is expanding operations, manufacturing and distribution companies are bringing new jobs, great progress is being made on our freeways and we invested in critical infrastructure for our future,

such as water.

As we slowly climb out of this recession, it is important for us to remain vigilant in our responsibility to deliver an exceptional level of customer service and a superior quality of life for our residents and businesses.

The responsibility of this Council is to ensure that our city’s financial outlook is strong and our growth is strategically managed. The stability of the national economy is not something this council can control, but what we can control is how we invest our finite resources and where we advantageously focus our energy so that the private sector flourishes and invests in our City.

As the City’s Economic Development team is tirelessly working with site selectors and regional organizations to

draw large employers, local investors and small businesses to Goodyear, City Council remains steadfast in our efforts to invest in the much needed infrastructure, such as water and transportation, for the future of Goodyear.

Investing in infrastructure is essential to successful growth. Our City is only 10% built out, and because we are in this early phase, it is critical that we focus on these investments to continue our successes and have sustainable resources to maintain an excellent quality of life for you, our citizens. While these are not the most attractive projects, they are the most crucial at this time. Without an assured water supply, roads, and technology we will not be attractive to employers, investors or developers.

I am very proud of our City Council, their vision and their focus on the core building blocks that make our City strong now and will continue to do so in the future. We are appreciative of our residents and your continued support as we work together to build a strong community. None of us know what the future holds, but what we do know is the importance of responsible decision making now to set the foundation for future councils to build upon.

do You Know Your Neighbors?By City of Goodyear Police Department

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Celebrating a Great Year and a Strong futureBy Georgia Lord, Mayor, City of Goodyear

The Goodyear Police Department Community Services Unit would like to ask members in the community a few basic questions. Do

you recognize your neighbors? Do you know what vehicles belong in the neighborhood? It is amazing how many people cannot answer these questions about their own neighborhood. The answers to these basic questions are the first steps to starting a Neighborhood Watch.

The Arizona heat wave has passed and people are beginning to venture outside. This is a perfect time of year to start holding community events to encourage meeting your neighbors. A picnic, pot-lucks, coffee hours, holiday cookie exchange and the list goes on. Find creative ways to get to meet your neighbors

other than just another “meeting.” The Community Services Unit can be scheduled to attend your planned functions.

CSU Officers can speak to your neighborhood about safety concerns and simple actions that can reduce the chances of your neighborhood becoming victim. The Neighborhood Watch program is a simple approach to protecting your community. If your idea of a Neighborhood Watch is complicated and requiring a large amount of work, then it is time for you to meet your Community Service Unit Officers, Officer Whittington [email protected] and Officer Webster [email protected]. (623) 606-4742. “Commitment to Excellence”


The students at Estrella Mountain Elementary School have taken a trip around the world without even leaving

their neighborhood and no passports needed! This is because of the afterschool group called Culture club, led by Mrs. Mendoza, Mrs. Alvarez, and Mrs. Urrea.

Culture club meets for about an hour the first Monday of each month when a speaker comes in to share with about forty interested and eager students about his or her culture and customs. Speakers often bring in music, video samples, clothing, crafts, regalia, and one of the favorites, food, to share with the students and teach them what life is like where they come from. The world is such an amazing place with so much to learn and experience and this is just one way to open the students’ minds to the diverse world we live in.

Speakers are always needed. If you are available to share your culture with us we would be very

grateful! For more information about how to get involved please contact:

Mrs. Urrea: [email protected]

Mrs. Mendoza: [email protected]

Mrs. Alvarez: [email protected].

International Traveling for EME StudentsBy Tané Urrea, Spanish Instructor

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bINGO Potluck Stylethursday, January 16th 6:00pm potluck6:30pm games Beginstarpointe residents ClubLooking for a fun evening with fellow residents, potluck dinner, and a chance to win big bucks? B.I.N.G.O! Starpointe will host monthly Bingo Night, potluck style! Bring your favorite dish to share and water, soda, and coffee will be provided. Potluck begins at 6:00 pm and Bingo games will start promptly at 6:30 pm. The cost is $5 per card for 10 rounds (additional cards are $5). You must be 21 to play and win. The Pre-Schooners Club will be open for your children to enjoy during the games. See you there!

Lakeside farmers Marketsaturday, January 18th10:00am to 2:00pm starpointe residents ClubThe Farmers Market is held on the west side of the Starpointe Residents Club. Stroll along the lakeside and shop our vendors that will offer locally-grown micro greens; fresh certified organic fruits and vegetables; artisan breads, pastries, cakes and pies; pastas; salsas; items from Queen Creek Olive Mill; plus unique, handcrafted and specialty gifts, 100% certified avocado oil and MUCH MORE! The Knife Sharpener will also be on hand to sharpen knives, scissors, planes, shears, chisels and salon shears. Bring your items to the Market to have them sharpened while you wait! Enjoy food from one of the food vendors and watch the kids bounce on the bounce house. The Estrella Lakeside Farmers Market will run every third Saturday through April, so mark your calendars!

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Story Time at StarpointeFirst thursday of every month, January 2nd10:30am – 11:30amFree Join us on the 1st Thursday of every month for Story Time with your little ones. We are going to play in the snow, with the story Snowmen At Night by Caralyn Buehner. Everyone will make their own snowman to take home! Hope to see you all there!

Trivia Nightmonday, January 13th, 6:30pmstarpointe residents Club$5 in AdvanceWe had 17 teams sign up for last month’s Trivia night. It is sure to be a night filled with laughter. You can be a part of the fun too! Get your four-person team together and get ready to show off your knowledge at this month’s Live Trivia Night. Do you have what it takes to beat the December champions, ‘Midwest By Southwest’? Come out and challenge your neighbors with three rounds that include general knowledge, history, geography and entertainment. The cost is $5 per person if you register in advance, or $8 the day of the event. Papa John’s Pizza, salad, water, and soda will be provided. Due to space we are limited to 24 teams so please sign up early!

STARPOINTEupcoming Events January 2014By the Starpointe Entry Desk Staff

Starpointe is on Facebook. Like us to become eligible for prizes and stay connected to what is happening at Starpointe.

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‘50s Sock HopSaturday, September 21st, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Starpointe Residents Club Cocktails and Conversations is going back in time! We are putting on our poodle skirts and greasing back our hair so that we can hop back to the 1950s for a good ‘ole fashioned Sock Hop complete with a live band and a car show by the Estrella Mountain Car Club.

‘That Kool Band’ will be out to perform a two hour show that is sure to have you tapping your toes or dancing up a storm. They will be bringing us their show titled ‘At the Hop,’ a musi-cal tribute to some of the greatest Rock & Roll stars of the ‘50s and ‘60s including ‘The Beach Boys,’ ‘The Beatles,’ ‘Dion and the Belmonts,’ and many, many more. They preformed here in Estrella last May and many of those that attended have said they put on a great show so you don’t want to miss them.

Members of the Estrella Mountain Car club will be displaying some of their hot rods and unique car collections at the event, too. This club is a group of 30 residents and guests whose members own over 40 unique automobiles. The years and models of these cars range from current convertibles to exotic imports to restored hotrods. You don’t have to be a member of the Estrella Mountain Car Club to show off your car. If you have a unique or classic car that you would like to display at the event there will be spaces in the parking lot reserved for you to show off your cars, too.

Dinner will include a classic menu of burgers, chips, and side salads catered by Dad’s Catering. The evening’s signature

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drinks will include a “Root Beer Float” made with root beer and cream flavored vodka, and a Chocolate Shake, which is very similar to a mudslide with Kahlua and Bailey’s Irish Cream. We will also offer beer wine and a variety of sodas.

We are expecting a full crowd for this evening of music, cars, and fun so please purchase your wristbands in advance. The cost is $15 per resident, which includes dinner, dancing and drinks. You are welcomed to bring your non-resident guests for an additional $5 guest fee. You must be 21 years of age or over to purchase wristbands for this event and the deadline to purchase tickets is September 18th.

Story Time at Starpointe Thursday, September 5th, 10:30amFreeIn honor of Ballet Under the Stars performance by Ballet Ari-zona we will be reading Angelina Ballerina written by Katha-rine Holabird and Illustrated by Helen Craig. Angelina Ballerina was first introduced over 20 years ago and is now the spokes character for National Dance Week. With Katharine Holabird’s lively writing and Helen Craig’s charming illustrations, the origi-nal story about the feisty little mouse who wants nothing more than to dance still keeps young ballerinas leaping with delight. After the story stick around and make a craft to take with you.

Trivia NightMonday, September 9th, 6:30pmStarpointe Residents Club$5 in AdvanceDo you know it all? Do you have a friend that does? Get your 4-person team together and get ready to show off your knowledge at this month’s live Trivia Night. Do you have what it takes to beat August’s winners, B-52’s? The evening in-cludes three rounds of trivia: general knowledge, history & geography, and entertainment. There is also a bonus speed round to help your team pick up a few extra points. The cost for this event is $5 per person if you register in advance, or $8 at the door. Papa John’s Pizza, salad, water, and soda will be provided. Due to space we are limited to 24 teams, so please sign up early to secure your team’s spot.

BINGOThursday, September 19th, 6:00pmStarpointe Residents ClubLooking for a fun evening with fellow residents, potluck dinner, and a chance to win big bucks? Give Bingo a try! Starpointe

Upcoming Events - Sept. 2013By Mary Ann Brungardt, Starpointe Front Desk Lead

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Estrella Coffee Social every Friday (no breakfast on January 3rd)8:30am – 10:00am$3 per Adult and $2 for ChildrenEnjoy coffee and a continental breakfast while getting to know your neighbors at the weekly Estrella Coffee Social. The cost for this event is $3 per person for adults and $2 for children. We are always looking for volunteers to help with this weekly event. If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up under the Volunteer Spot at www.lifeinestrella.com.

Stay Connected with www.LifeinEstrella.com and Starpointe facebookAs a resident of Estrella, we encourage you to register on www.LifeinEstrella.com, our community website for Estrella residents. Registration is simple, and will provide you with the full benefits of www.LifeinEstrella.com including e-blasts for community events and important HOA information. Even though we work very hard to spread the word, there are still some residents who would like an extra reminder for events. Many times, important community updates and information are sent via e-blasts. Don’t miss out on this important form of communication in Estrella. Register on the site and get an email sent directly to your personal email account. Don’t worry, the email list will be private and used only for community related events and information.

Cocktails & Conversations is Going ‘Country’saturday, January 18th 7:00pm – 9:00pmstarpointe residents Club Grab your Cowboy hat and boots, we are havin’ a Hoedown! It will be a fun-filled night of live Country music, featuring the Montana Guys Band. We love our Ralph’s Catering so much that they are doing an encore performance, serving up some rib-stickin’ chili, cornbread and potato salad. For desert you can mosey on out to the back 40 and toast yourself up a s’more. As always, the libations will be flowing. You must be 21 years of age to attend. The deadline to purchase tickets is Wednesday, January 15th at 4pm for $15 per resident. Guest fees apply. Minimum of 75….Maximum of 150.

bus Trip to fort Mcdowell Casino – free Event!tuesday, January 21st10:00am – 5:00pmBus leaves starpointe promptly at 10:00amstarpointe residents Club front parking lotTake a day off and join your friends and neighbors at the casino! We will get you there and back and even provide a little gambling money. Everyone who goes gets $10 in free play money. We must have at least 18 people for this event to take place. A $5.00 deposit is required to secure your spot for this trip when you sign up, but the deposit will be returned to you when you are seated on the bus. Bus leaves Fort McDowell to return promptly at 5:00pmDeadline to sign up for this event is Friday, January 17th – noon.

What’s up With Wednesdays?every Wednesday3:00pmyouth ClubCome and join other tweens and teens for organized activities like ‘Minute to Win It’, ‘Karaoke’, ‘Board Game Competitions’ and so much more. Each week features a different activity. Come on tweens and teens! Get up, get out and get involved in your community!

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9am Crafts & Stuff

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8am Estrella Business Group

1pm Sisters in Stitches

7pm Estrella Economy Investment Group

10am Estrella Book Club

1pm Weekly Poker

3pm What’s up Wednesday Youth Club

5pm Budget/Finance Committee Meeting

6pm Bridge

6:30pm Voting Member Committee Meeting

10am Landscape Committee Meeting

5pm Communications Committee Meeting

6pm Games,

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8:30 Estrella Family Breakfast

1pm Bridge

9am Car Club

10am VIT

11am Travel Club

12pm Free Sailing Lessons at Yacht Club

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7pm Cocktails and Conversations

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5pm Social Committee Meeting

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7pm Republican Group

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7pm Photo Group

1pm Quiddler

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6:30pm Board of Directors Meeting

9:30am Playgroup

1pm Weekly Poker

5pm Trails Committee Meeting

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6pm Games, Games,Games 8:30 Estrella Family Breakfast

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Starpointe residents Club17665 W. Elliot RoadGoodyear, AZ 85338623.386.1949www.LifeinEstrella.com

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HOA CONTACTCommunity Services 623.386.1112 After Hours 800.274.3165FAX 623.386.5788Office Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Capital Consultants Management Corp. (CCMC) 480.921.7500

Starpointe Residents Club 623.386.194917665 W Elliot Rd. Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 5:00am – 9:00pmFriday 5:00am – 8:00pmSaturday 8:00am – 6:00pmSunday 10:00am – 6:00pmDec. 24, 25, 31 & Jan. 1 ClosedDec. 26 Open at 8:00am

Youth Club 623.386.1949Operating Hours: Mon-Thurs 2:00–6:00pmFri-Sun 1:00–6:00pm

Yacht Club 623.386.3411Fri-Sun 9am - Dusk

COMMUNITY PATROL 602.329.0462

Community Patrol Lead Edward Aboyta

George Peterson, Community Patrol

Greg Higgins, Community Patrol

GOVERNMENTAnimal Control 602.506.7387City Hall 623.932.3910 Code Compliance 623.882.7815Finance Department 623.932.3015Post Office (Estrella Pkwy & Yuma) 623.882.9143Public Relations 623.882.7820Public Works 623.932.3010 State Wildlife Dept. 602.942.3000

MEDICAL / FIRE Emergencies 911Police Non-Emergency 623.932.1220Fire Department Non-Emergency 623.932.2300Poison Control Center 800.222.1222West Valley Hospital 623.882.1500

MISCELLANEOUSGolf Club of Estrella 623.386.2600Players Grill 623.386.2600 Starpointe Cafe’ 623.986.8662 Elliot Market 623.386.2111

RELIGIOUS SERVICESEstrella Mountain Church 623.386.0300 Estrella Foothills Community Church 602.363.7857

SCHOOLSEstrella Elementary 623.327.2820Westar Elementary 623.327.2840Estrella Foothills H.S. 623.327.2403

UTILITIESAPS 602.371.7171Southwest Gas Company 602.861.1999City of Goodyear – Water, Sewer & Trash 623.932.3010

New Home & Custom Lot Information 623.386.1000

GROUPSBook ClubNina Adair / 623.810.3494BridgeCarl Deierling / 623.237.3312BuncoBetty Guenther / 623.242.7877 Car ClubRick Kitchens / 623.932.1246Crafts & StuffNancy Kramer / 623.393.9255Estrella Business GroupDebbie Hudson / 623.225.9560Estrella Conservative Republican Club Dick Newcomer / [email protected] Economy and Investment GroupKevin Jordan / 602.909.5247Estrella Motorcycle Riding GroupJohn Marsland / 623.606.0030Frugal Living in EstrellaKelly Maza / 407.721.0528Hiking GroupMary Hartsfield / [email protected] of the LakeAnn Billieu 623.386.4754Photo ClubAlice Slack / 623.327.0240PickleballRon Wilks / 623.266.9858

Play GroupAges 0-preschool. Bring toys to share with the group. Jen Schmus / 614.915.6168PokerAl Wolfson / 602.206.8580QuiddlerSonya Steiner / 623.363.5498 or [email protected] Texas Hold’em PokerRyan Cross / [email protected] ClubJudy Gaede / 623.327.9730

INSTRUCTORS/PERSONAL TRAINERSJenette BennettLevel 1 Crossfit [email protected]

*Shawn [email protected]

Rick HarrisKickboxing623.398.7161 / [email protected]

Kim HopkinsCardio Splash/Power Ball623.386.5031 / [email protected]

*Bob JankowskiAbs & Back623.236.9584 / [email protected]

Linda JojolaYoga/Step and [email protected]

Matthew JohnsonPerformance Enhancement& Corrective Exercise [email protected]

Michael [email protected]

Michal [email protected]

Susan MillerZumba/Drums [email protected]

Linda PurdyBallet I/II/Pointe623.386.7303/[email protected]

*Tracy StoneNATA Certified Athletic [email protected]

*Dawn TerryCore GaloreTotal Body [email protected]

*Connie Jo ThomasonPersonal Trainer623.386.1087

*Also a Personal Trainer




Starpointe Residents Club 623.386.194917665 W Elliot Rd. Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 5:00am – 9:00pmFriday 5:00am – 8:00pmSaturday 8:00am – 7:00pmSunday 10:00am – 7:00pm

Youth Club 623.386.1949Operating Hours: Mon-Thurs 2:00-6:00pmFri - Sun 1:00-6:00pm




Todd Norman, Community PatrolGreg Higgins, Community Patrol





SCHOOLSEstrella Elementary 623.327.2820Westar Elementary 623.327.2840Estrella Foothills H.S. 623.327.2400 or 623.327.2470



GROUPSBook ClubNina Adair / 623.810.3494BridgeCarl Deierling / 623.237.3312BuncoBetti Guenther / 623.242.7877 Car ClubRick Kitchens / 623.932.1246Crafts & StuffNancy Kramer / 623.393.9255Estrella Business GroupDebbie Hudson / 623.225.9560Estrella Conservative Republican ClubDick Newcomer / [email protected] Economy and Investment GroupKevin Jordan / 602.909.5247Estrella Motorcycle Riding GroupJohn Marsland / 623.606.0030Frugal Living in Estrella Kelly Maza / [email protected] Ladies of the LakeAnn Billieu 623.386.4754Photo ClubAlice Slack / 623.327.0240PickleballRon Wilks / 623.266.9858Play GroupAges 0-preschool. Bring toys to share with the group. Jen Schmus / 614.915.6168

PokerAl Wolfson / 602.206.8580QuiddlerSonya Steiner / 623.363.5498 or [email protected] Texas Hold’em PokerRyan Cross / [email protected] ClubJudy Gaede / 623.327.9730


*Shawn [email protected] Rick HarrisKickboxing623.398.7161 / [email protected]









Tracy StoneNATA Certified Athletic [email protected]

*Dawn TerryCore GaloreTotal Body Conditioning [email protected]



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Starpointe Residents Club 623.386.194917665 W Elliot Rd. Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 5:00am – 9:00pmFriday 5:00am – 8:00pmSaturday 8:00am – 7:00pmSunday 10:00am – 7:00pm

Youth Club 623.386.1949Operating Hours: Mon-Thurs 2:00-6:00pmFri - Sun 1:00-6:00pm




Todd Norman, Community PatrolGreg Higgins, Community Patrol





SCHOOLSEstrella Elementary 623.327.2820Westar Elementary 623.327.2840Estrella Foothills H.S. 623.327.2400 or 623.327.2470



GROUPSBook ClubNina Adair / 623.810.3494BridgeCarl Deierling / 623.237.3312BuncoBetti Guenther / 623.242.7877 Car ClubRick Kitchens / 623.932.1246Crafts & StuffNancy Kramer / 623.393.9255Estrella Business GroupDebbie Hudson / 623.225.9560Estrella Conservative Republican ClubDick Newcomer / [email protected] Economy and Investment GroupKevin Jordan / 602.909.5247Estrella Motorcycle Riding GroupJohn Marsland / 623.606.0030Frugal Living in Estrella Kelly Maza / [email protected] Ladies of the LakeAnn Billieu 623.386.4754Photo ClubAlice Slack / 623.327.0240PickleballRon Wilks / 623.266.9858Play GroupAges 0-preschool. Bring toys to share with the group. Jen Schmus / 614.915.6168

PokerAl Wolfson / 602.206.8580QuiddlerSonya Steiner / 623.363.5498 or [email protected] Texas Hold’em PokerRyan Cross / [email protected] ClubJudy Gaede / 623.327.9730


*Shawn [email protected] Rick HarrisKickboxing623.398.7161 / [email protected]









Tracy StoneNATA Certified Athletic [email protected]

*Dawn TerryCore GaloreTotal Body Conditioning [email protected]



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KEEP YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS HERE AT HOMEIt’s the perfect time of year for Estrella residents to rediscover, and take full advantage of, the variety of top-notch community amenities that can help maintain those New Year’s resolutions.

For those looking to live a healthier lifestyle, Estrella offers plenty of ways to get and stay active. From the hiking trails, the Starpointe fitness center and lap pool to groups and clubs like Pickleball, tennis and the hikers of Estrella Mountain Trailblazers, there is something to set everyone in motion.

If your goal is to pick up a new hobby or meet new people, be sure to look into the variety of special interest and social groups and clubs in the community. The Estrella Travel Club, Photo Group or Paper Crafts Club might be the perfect way to experience new things. Looking to add a little more culture to your life? The Creative Arts Academy and Anderson Institute of Music & Performing Arts offer the community a variety of music, dance, art and theatre classes for all ages. Those a little more adventurous can learn to sail with free monthly lessons from the Yacht Club. The opportunities are endless! For a full list of clubs, events and community amenities, visit lifeinestrella.com.

COMMUNITY NEWS Residents know that Estrella is always buzzing with news about new homes and businesses, community events and outstanding residents. Just a few of the noteworthy headlines are below.

• Mountain Ranch Marketplace has signed a lease with Progressive Physical Therapy.

• Closing Out - William Ryan Homes’ Ironwood Pointe and Medina by Maracay Homes are completely sold out! Rosewood Homes’ Stone Gate and William Ryan Homes’ Greenspointe each have only one home left to sell.

• Fortunately, there are several new neighborhoods opening soon. Golf Canyon from T.W. Lewis by David Weekley Homes and Golf Ridge from William Ryan Homes will host grand openings this spring.

• CantaMia is also building a new model village to feature five new floor plans and three of its most popular existing plans. The model village is slated to open in the spring and the new plans are already available for sale.

• Shea Homes will also make its Estrella debut later this summer with approximately 110 homes in its new neighborhood of Inspire.

• SAVE THE DATE - The Estrella Kids Triathlon returns Sunday, March 30th.

For more information and Estrella news visit estrella.com or call the Information Center at 623-386-1000.

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NNP III – Estrella Mountain Ranch, LLC is the owner/creator of the Estrella Community and has limited responsibility to persons buying directly from them only to the development of certain infrastructure improvements. Homebuilders (“Builders”), unaffiliated with Owner or its affiliates (collectively, “Owner Companies”), are building homes in the Community. Owner Companies are not co-developing, co-building or a partner or joint venturer with such Builders. Owner Companies are in no way responsible for any obligations or representations of any of the Builders to third parties and/or home buyers, and Owner Companies shall incur no liability whatsoever nor have any obligations or liability to any home buyer regarding a home purchase from a Builder. Buyers of homes from any of the Builders waive, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any and all rights, claims, causes of action and other rights whatsoever against Owner Companies arising out of their purchase transaction with the Builders. Newland Communities solely acts as the property manager for the Community. The California Public Employees Retirement System (“CalPERS”) has an indirect interest in one of the members in Owner. Newland Communities and CalPERS are not a guarantor or party to any agreement and shall have no liability to the development or selling of homes or responsibility for any claims, issues. A complete list of disclaimer can be found at www.estrella.com. Actual development may vary from developer’s vision. No guarantee can be made that development will proceed as described. THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF REAL ESTATE HAS NOT QUALIFIED, INSPECTED, OR EXAMINED THIS OFFERING. • Prices, specifications, details and availability of Builder’s homes are subject to change without notice.

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