Thank You – From Patsy Lantz
The Lantz family wishes most sincerely to thank the Esperanza Homeowners Association for the donation to the Extended Hours at Continental Family Medical Center, made as a memorial to Dave. Dave really enjoyed all his neighbors and his work with the Association. Thank you, too, for all the expressions of sympathy received by his family.

Common Areas Committee Report — By Tom Cooke, Chair
CORRECTION and ADDENDUM: The last Periodico Common Area report contained a transposed sentence, which stated that the bulk of the work on the Bridge Park wash project had been completed by Robert Frost and Tom Cooke, under the direction of Ken Miller. This is erroneous, as although Robert and Tom provided some assistance, by far the lions share of this project has been completed not only under the direction of Ken Miller, but with his physical labor as well. Ken has done an excellent job, and his efforts have saved the Association hundreds and hundreds of dollars by locating broken concrete with which to line the wash and the banks, instead of far more expensive rock. Ken was also able to obtain favorable rates for heavy equipment usage necessary for the job, and delivery of the concrete at no charge. Its no stretch to say that Ken's efforts on this project of realigning, and improvement of the wash have been accomplished virtually single-handedly. Thanks for a great job, Ken!

With the summer monsoons, we unfortunately get high winds as well. As those of us who summer here will recall, we recently had a storm which produced 70 mph gusts. When this happens, we invariably lose branches, and even trees, all over the subdivision. This causes the problem of having to take our landscapers off of their regular duties and put them on "clean-up" until the problems are taken care of. I ask that those of you who have requested landscaping services which have not been completed, or which seem to be slow in getting completed, to bear with me and be patient. All tasks will be finished, just as soon as time allows. No one has been forgotten.

We have many residents who help us keep Esperanza Estates looking good by keeping the area around their homes picked up and neatly trimmed. Among the most ambitious and helpful is Jack O'Donnell, who resides in a quad unit at 726 Calle del Ensalmo. Jack not only takes beautiful care of his own property, but the neighboring quad as well. We truly appreciate Jack's help and thoughtfulness.
With the Sahuarita landfill scheduled to close to commercial dumping at the end of August, we will have to be on the lookout for illegal dumping in and near our subdivision. Some has already been found. More information on this will be provided in the September Periodico.

One of the benches in Mt. View Park has been moved into a shady spot under one of the mesquite trees adjacent to the arroyo. Phil Hopkins has donated another bench, in memory of his late wife, which has been placed in one of the common areas on Circulo del Norte, near where the wash crosses beneath the street. It has a nice mountain view.

A large pine branch, which had grown against our perimeter wall on Vereda Calma and was threatening the same, has been removed.
For an unknown reason, quite a number of our large century plants sent up "death stalks" this year, foretelling their ultimate demise. All are now in the process of removal. This is quite a task, as they weigh, on an average, 800 pounds each.
Our next common areas report will appear in the September Periodico. As always, please call me at 399-0455, if you have or observe problems in the common areas.

Esperanza Estates Tours
The Esperanza Estates Hospitality Committee has organized a tour to Alamos, Mexico. Alamos is an old colonial mining town 400 miles south of the border. It is a beautiful city that has been restored. Many Americans and Canadians have brought back great mansions from ruin.

The tour dates are January 26, 2004 to January 30, 2004, 5 days and 4 nights.
The cost per person, double occupancy, is $549 plus $10 per for additional water, cold drinks and snacks while on the bus for 5 days. The total cost of $559 per person is a special price for our Esperanza Estates residents. The tour for the general public is $825 per person.

Space is limited to 40 people. A $200 deposit per person accompanied by the completed Release and Warranty form must be made to reserve your seat. The $559 total is due before November 21, 2003. A complete trip itinerary and forms that must be filled out to go on this tour can be picked up at the McCall's home. All checks are to be made out to "Esperanza Estates Tours" and sent to Jerry and Delores McCall, 751 Calle Del Regalo, Green Valley, AZ.

Interested people contact Jerry and Dolores McCall at 399-3984 or if we are not at home, contact Phyllis Johnson-Frost at 399-9003.
So grab a partner, let's fill a bus, and have a great trip.

Hospitality Committee -- By Phyllis Johnson-Frost, Chair
On our second annual Fourth of July event, we enjoyed a poolside picnic at 6:00 p.m. At the entrance a flag, loaned by American Legion, Post 66, reminded us of the occasion: pride in our Declaration of Independence in 1776. The food that graced our tables lined with red, white, and blue streamers must have raised memories of family picnics: potato salad, baked beans, and lusciously many other favorites. World War II songs floated out to the tables where twenty-seven us shared the fun of the occasion.
A special welcome to our newcomer partygoers: Bill and Karen Haley, Mavis Rodrigues, and Evelyn Winfrey. Also, welcome to the guests of two of our residents. Promoting friendly attendance competition, the top 3 streets are Nueva, Regalo, Napa! Thanks for donations to a 50-50 raffle into the patriotically dressed jar. The money was divided between the suspiciously lucky ticket holder Sheila (who happened to be handling the drawing) and our EE Volunteers fund!
This committee is offering a new program to residents, organized by the McCalls. See their letter introducing the first of "Esperanza Estates Tours" in this summer edition of the Periodico.

Another reminder to all EEHOA Cooks and Chefs -By Sue Thompson
So far we have received 100 recipes to publish our "Taste of Esperanza" but we need at least 150 of your wonderful recipes to complete the cookbook. Please submit all of your favorites by E-mail to Sue Thompson at eecookbook@aol.com, or drop them off to me at 743 W. Placita Nueva (393-7778), or to Karen Augustine at 785 W. Circulo Napa (625-1643), or to Melodye Cook at 840 Circulo Napa (399-0455). If would be more convenient call Melodye and she will pick them up.
The completed book should be ready for sale by the end of November with the proceeds going to the EE Volunteers.

Letter of Appreciation, July 9,2003
Dear EEHOA Property Manager:
My aunt, Loretta Sayce, is a long-time resident of Esperanza Estates who lives at 760 Circulo Napa. She is currently visiting with me and my family in Pennsylvania. When she received your recent post card, she asked me to write and thank you for both your post card and for taking care to replace her burned out street light. I understand that the charge to replace the bulb, including time and postage for the post card notification, is five dollars ($5.00). A check for that amount is enclosed along with my aunt's great appreciation for ensuring the perpetual safety and appeal of not only the streets at night but also of the charming Esperanza Estates community you manage for the EEHOA as well.
Sincerely,
Howard P. Bahnsen, (nephew) of Loretta P. Sayce
 
Volunteers Fall Garage Sale — By Sheila Bennen
If you decide to clean out your closets and garage in this heat, remember to save all of your stuff for the Volunteers Fall Garage Sale. Call Sheila at 399-0501 or Melodye Cooke at 399-0455

New / Former Owners — By Sheila Bennen
New: Mary Moran
645 Placita Nueva
Former: Priscilla Orcutt

New: Richard C. and Kay N. Wahl
1143 Circulo Napa
Former: Arra Bobenage

New: Janet Mason
727 Calle del Regalo
Former: Wim Kraak

New: LTA Trust/ Paul Speasel
772 Circulo Napa
Actual occupant to come later
Former: Jere Anderson

New: Marc and Jeannie Melhus
Lavonne Corral will continue as occupant
1208 Circulo del Norte
Former Lavonne Corral

New: John M. Meek
1161 Circulo del Sur
Former: Evelyn L. Jackson

New: John C. Clerc-Scott and Frank L. Baldwin II
151 Camino Holgado
625-3984
Former: Richard C. Wahl

New Phone Numbers — By Sheila Bennen
Edwin (Bud) Perkins
880 Circulo Napa
399-2153

Rosemary Carlson
759 Circulo Napa
293-1109

Periodico Help Needed — Looking for a Fun Volunteer Job? By Charl Petry
Once a month, though not in the summer, the Periodico deliverers take a short walk and deliver the Peridoco to their neighbors. We currently need regular deliverers and substitute deliverers and will happily welcome you aboard. Please call me (648-2541) after October 6 if you would like to join us.

Budget Status Report for July 15, 2003 — By Sheila Bennen, Treasurer
Total Income Year to Date $ 108,556.05
Total Expenses Year to Date $ 56,788.80
Income - Expenses $ 51,767.25
Bank Balances — June 30, 2003
Checking Account $ 12,858.95
Savings Account $ 57,470.69
Certificates of Deposit $ 55,000.00
Total Bank Balances $ 125,329.64

In Memoriam
Gertrude Stednitz
812 Regalo
June 25, 2003