Hawk Highlights-Monthly Grayhawk News

Living with Arizona Wildlife

Preventing problems with wildlife is much simpler and less aggravating than dealing with the problems after they occur. While we do share the land with wildlife, there are some steps you can take to help keep wildlife wild and prevent property damage and/or safety issues for people and pets living in the area:

Do not intentionally feed wildlife
Keep bird seed off the ground
Store all garbage securely
Don’t let your pets roam free
Trim shrubs up from the ground

For more information on living with wildlife, including javelina, bobcats and more, visit the Arizona Game and Fish Department website.

Assessment Reminder

As a reminder, your GCA and RVA second quarter assessments were due July 1 and will be late if not cleared by July 30. Visit the HOA Dues of our website to review your payment options. Payments can also be dropped off at 7940 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy. M-F from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or in the mail slot in the door after hours.

Meet Laurie Vuoto

We are pleased to introduce Laurie Vuoto, the new Director of Communications for the Grayhawk Community Association. Laurie will manage all community communications in an effort to inform, educate and engage Grayhawk residents. Read her introduction below and send an email to welcome her to Grayhawk!

Hello, Grayhawk! I am excited to join this wonderful community as your new Communications Director. With a background in strategic communications and a passion for building strong, vibrant communities, I am honored to bring my wealth of experience to Grayhawk.

Most recently, I served as Communications Director at Leisure World in Mesa, Arizona, where I had the privilege of working closely with residents to strengthen engagement through storytelling, event promotion and creative marketing outreach. I am eager to bring that same energy and dedication to Grayhawk.

Throughout my career, I have focused on content development and human-centric messaging for a variety of organizations. I take great joy in getting to know the people I serve, sharing their stories, and helping foster a sense of belonging and pride in the place we all call home.

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband Rich and our two rescue pups, Daphne and Destiny. We love hiking together and discovering hidden gems throughout The Valley. I am also a tennis aficionado and enjoy playing several times a week—both for fun and competitively with my USTA teams.

Please stop by the office and say hello. I look forward to getting to know each of you!

Best wishes,
Laurie

Paint Colors at the Click of a Link

The Architectural Review Committee created color palettes for each neighborhood in Grayhawk. Homeowners needing to paint can now view these color palettes on the Dunn Edwards Color-Ark Pro any time or by stopping the GCA Office during regular business hours to look at color books.

Call for Committee Members

Are you looking for a way to get more involved with the community? Consider volunteering for one of our committees! Resident volunteer committee help facilitate processes, programs and more within the community and are incredibly vital in making Grayhawk a great place to live. There are currently openings on various committees including Communications, Architectural Review, Budget Finance and Community Enhancement.

Visit our website to learn more about what each committee does. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the volunteer form.

committee members holding plates at a breafkast

Bees

Bee swarms are very common this time of year. Bees swarm when part of a colony breaks off due to reproduction or space constraints. They may look like a hive, but are usually in search of a new home and will not stay long! You can call the GCA Office at 480-563-9708 and patrol will put out signage to alert passersby.

City of Scottsdale Bulk Trash

As a reminder, Grayhawk has been moved to area 2 for City of Scottsdale Brush and Bulk collection in 2025. The next pickup will take place in Grayhawk the week of August 4 and items must be placed out by no later than 5 a.m. on August 4 for collection. Visit the City of Scottsdale website for more information.