GCA and RVA Board Meetings

The Grayhawk Community Association and Retreat Village Associations will hold virtual board meetings on Monday, Nov. 2 via Zoom. The GCA meeting will start at 5:30 p.m., immediately followed by the RVA meeting. You are encouraged to join the meetings by clicking the link below. Agendas for the meetings can be found here.

Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 917 9379 5348
Passcode: 691261

Prior to the regular session board meeting, the Board of Directors will hold an Executive Session meeting pursuant to A.R.S. Section 33-1804(A)(3).

Time to VOTE!

For the November General Election, vote in person or drop off your early ballot at any Vote Center open through Nov. 3. There are no assigned locations. Choose one that works in your schedule. Make sure to select the "Open Locations" filter when searching.

Retreat Gate Access

The guardhouses at both the Raptor and Talon Retreat will be undergoing a major remodel soon. You can read more about the project here.

The entry process will run much smoother for residents and their guests during the remodel if residents utilize the ABDI Gate Access website or app for updating their guest list. If you live in the Retreat Village, please take a moment to log on to gateacess.net (or download the ABDI Gate Access app on your mobile device) and update your contact and guest information.

If you need login information for gateaccess.net, submit a request here.

Holiday Decorations

If 2020 has given us anything to look forward to, it’s decorating for the holidays. Getting into the holiday spirit can be a real treat for everyone, and we encourage you to join in the fun! As you decorate, please remember that Grayhawk guidelines stipulate that outdoor décor can be placed on your property 30 days prior to a holiday and should be removed 30 days after. Happy decorating!

Loop 101 Improvements

The Arizona Department of Transportation has partnered with the city of Scottsdale and the Maricopa Association of Governments on an upcoming project to widen the Loop 101 (Pima Freeway) between Princess Drive and Shea Boulevard by one general-purpose lane in each direction, as well as modify existing interchanges to improve traffic flow.

ADOT is accepting comments about the four proposed interchange concepts included in this project. To view maps of the interchange concepts and provide comments, participate in a brief survey through Nov. 20. Learn more and sign up to receive project updates by email on the on the project website.

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City of Scottsdale Water Project

Beginning in the fall of 2020, Scottsdale is constructing four new aquifer storage and recovery wells at strategic locations throughout the city. This will allow Scottsdale Water to maximizing use of renewable surface water supplies (i.e. waters from the Central Arizona Project and the Salt River Project) and minimize use of groundwater.

ASR well #1, at the corner of N. Miller and E. Deer Valley roads, will be drilled within the existing Scottsdale Water well site at this location. The driller was required to install 20-foot high panels during the drilling operation to assist with noise and light abatement. However, noise and light will still occur during the drilling operation, which began on Oct. 30 and will occur on a 24-hour basis for a period of up to twelve weeks. Visit the project website or more information on the various stages of the project.

Virtual 5K Turkey Trot

November 2- November 25

This is a great opportunity to stay active, stay connected to your neighbors and support a local charity. The Turkey Trot 5k is all about combining two of your favorite things: Running (or walking) and supporting furry friends! Registration cost is $29 and $5 of each registration fee will be donated to Foothills Animal Rescue of Scottsdale.

Your registration includes:

• Turkey Trot Run/Walk Race Bib

• Finisher Medal

• Private Grayhawk group results posted

• Turkey Trot 5k T-shirt

• $5 Starbucks gift card

To Join:

• Register for the Virtual 5k Turkey Trot
• Complete a 5K (3.1 miles) run, walk, trot, or exercise any time in the month of November

• Send us your results on the online form (your confirmation email will include instructions)

• Celebrate your accomplishment and your love of dogs by posting your pics on the facebook page (optional)

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Streaming Services Seminar

Have you been getting frustrated with rising cable costs? Join the Cutting the TV Cord seminar with Jeff Toomey on Thursday, Nov. 5 from 11-11:30 a.m. virtually via the Rocket Repair website. He will be showing participants easy ways to save money by eliminating the need for traditional cable or satellite TV and how to switch to more affordable options. Register today!

Adopt-a-Road Clean Up

We are looking for a few good people to help us keep our community beautiful. The City of Scottsdale will provide all volunteers with gloves, trash bags, safety vests and cold waters. We will meet at the GCA office at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7 and will walk a little over two miles in total until both sides of the road are cleaned. All volunteers 17 years of age and under must come with a guardian. Register today!

Thanksgiving Craft Kit

We have a free Thanksgiving craft that is sure to keep your kids busy for a bit while you prep to make a delicious Thanksgiving dinner. Registration opens on Nov. 2 and the craft will be dropped off at your door on Friday, Nov.13. We have 50 kits available and they will go fast! One kit per child please. Register beginning Nov. 2!

Transponder Installation (RVA Only)

Installations this week will occur on Monday from 8-9 a.m., Tuesday from 2-3 p.m., Wednesday from 9-10 a.m., Thursday from 12-1 p.m. and Friday from 8-9 a.m. at the GCA office (7940 E Thompson Peak Pkwy #102). For questions, please contact Cierra at 480-563-9708 or caustin@ccmcnet.com.

Transponders will be installed per the regular schedule, however, there will be modifications as no residents will be coming into the office. If you would like to have a transponder installed please follow the steps below:
1. Complete the online transponder installation form
2. Come to the office during the schedule time in the vehicle you are having the transponder installed on
3. Park in front of the office and stay in your car
4. A staff member will come out to install your transponder

We are no longer accepting cash for transponders. Please bring a check or credit card with you when you have a transponder installed.

The Grayhawk Flight

View the N ovember Issue of the Grayhawk Flight. If you have any questions, please contact Jenn Sheets at jsheets@ccmcnet.com or 480-563-9708.

Have a great week!