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Consistency Starts at the Beginning

Consistency Starts at the Beginning

Consistency Starts at the Beginning Parents are starting to promote the overall development of their children and recognizing the importance of social-emotional skills. Learn how you can encourage social-emotional learning in your children, too. When I ask any of my...

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The Design Review Process & Benefits

The Design Review Process & Benefits

The Design Review Process & Benefits April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and the Desert Ridge Community Association, and its management team would like to thank all current and past residents that served and contributed tremendously as community volunteers...

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Volunteer Appreciation Month

Volunteer Appreciation Month

Volunteer Appreciation Month April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and the Desert Ridge Community Association, and its management team would like to thank all current and past residents that served and contributed tremendously as community volunteers during the period...

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Know the Community Rules

Know the Community Rules

Know the Community Rules It is Spring once again, and as the temperature grows, so does the landscaping. While working on Spring cleaning indoors, we need to be mindful of the Spring clearing that will be needed over the course of the fast growth season. Regular...

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Misconceptions About Property Values

Misconceptions About Property Values

Misconceptions About Property Values Like almost every community in the country, our association is feeling the pinch in the housing market. However, we’d like to dispel a few common misconceptions about what contributes to the rise and fall of property values....

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6 Simple Steps to Prevent Crime

6 Simple Steps to Prevent Crime

6 Simple Steps to Prevent Crime Learn easy ways to deter theft, vandalism and other crimes in your neighborhood and become a proactive member of your community. Our association strives to make all residents feel secure by reducing possible dangers in our community....

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Monsoon Season Maintenance

Monsoon Season Maintenance

Monsoon Season Maintenance These tips for preparing your home for monsoon season will help make sure you are prepared early this year. Those of us who are natives or have transplanted here over the years know all too well what the summer has in store, high temps, long...

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Restaurant Review: Artichoke Basille’s Pizza

Restaurant Review: Artichoke Basille’s Pizza

Restaurant Review: Artichoke Basille's Pizza Located on the South side of the Desert Ridge Mall, next to CB Live, Artichoke Pizza is new to Desert Ridge. The restaurant chain originated in New York, where it quickly developed an intensely loyal following. How popular...

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Local Hot Springs

Local Hot Springs

Local Hot Springs Did you know there are several hot springs around Arizona you can visit? Soaking in natural hot springs can provide several health benefits including improved blood circulation, reduced stress, pain relief for tight muscles, and improved skin health...

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How Our Association Keeps You in the Know!

How Our Association Keeps You in the Know!

How Our Association Keeps You in the Know Communication plays a key role in any relationship, and it’s an important area of focus for the Desert Ridge Community Association. Not only does clear and timely communication keeps everyone informed, it also promotes...

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From the President – Spring 2023

From the President – Spring 2023

Why Our Association Need Reserves Learn how a reserve specialist's study helps us plan for replacements and maintenance expenses, meet legal requirements and enhance resale values in Desert Ridge. Each year the Desert Ridge Community Association (Master Association)...

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Community Signage: Sign(s) of the Times

Community Signage: Sign(s) of the Times

Community Signage: Sign(s) of the Times If you’re paying attention to anything new that may pop up in Desert Ridge, you have probably noticed some additional signage. These new signs are found in the medians and throughout the common areas of the community. One of the...

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FAQ’s – Board of Directors

FAQ’s – Board of Directors

Considering running for election? Read on to learn more about the Desert Ridge Association Board of Directors What does the Nominating Committee do? Answer: The Nominating Committee’s primary function is to ensure that the community has qualified candidates nominated...

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Pool Water Discharge Requirements

Pool Water Discharge Requirements

You cannot drain a pool/spa from your property into the street or washes? Not only is this a violation of the governing documents for the community, but it is also against the law. It is an environmental hazard for high salinity or highly chlorinated water such as...

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Board Candidate Qualification

Board Candidate Qualification

The qualifications established by the Desert Ridge Community Association’s (“Association”) Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Desert Ridge as recorded and amended (CC&R’s) and the Association’s Nominating Committee per Section 3.8...

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Spiced Pomegranate Glazed Ham

Spiced Pomegranate Glazed Ham

Ingredients Ham 1,  8 to 10-pound fully cooked ham 1/4 cup canola oil 3 tablespoons kosher salt 1/4 cup garlic, minced 1 cup fresh dill, minced 1 tablespoon black pepper, ground Glaze 2 cups pomegranate juice 1 cup honey 1 cup chicken stock 2 tablespoons sherry...

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