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From Management
ALL ARC applications MUST be received at the HOA Office no later
than NOON the day (Monday) before the meeting. Permits will not be
made and/or given out until Wednesday, the following day. Please do
not try to submit applications the day of the meeting, they will
automatically be saved for the next ARC meeting.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Reminder: Event times are important to everyone. Please be respectful
of others and adhere to the contract posted time.

Notice to Committee Chairpersons:
Please be aware that there are incident reports available at the HOA
office. These are used in case someone falls or has an accident or
some other type of incident occurs during events. We appreciate your
care in these matters.

The Management

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Welcome Neighbors

Nick & Donna Borzelli, from Mission, British Columbia
Gene & Joan Covington, from Chandler, Arizona
Doug & Diane Watterud, from Columbia, New Hampshire
Daniel Saunders, from Tempe, Arizona

Welcome to Springfield. We are glad you chose to be a part of our
community and we hope you will be happy here.

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Gate Control Remotes Update

The Board of Directors at the recommendation of the Facilities &
Finance Committee has recently purchased a new control system and
software for the Riggs and McQueen gates. The system will include new
keypads and remote controls. The system will be installed in early April.
Unfortunately the remote controls which you currently have are not
compatible with the new system. The software has arrived and data
entry is nearly complete at this writing. We have a target date of March
30 to begin distribution of remotes and new codes. Once that is
complete the hardware will be installed.
Please watch bulletin boards and A -frame boards at the gate and signs
at HOA office for dates...
Each household will receive one remote at no charge to resident.
Additional remotes, if needed, may be purchased at HOA office for
$25.00.
Thank you in advance for a smooth transition.

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Visit the Springfield Website Newsletter

If you will be away from Springfield during the summer, you can still keep
up with the news and happenings here. Just go to the website
www.springfieldchandler.org to view the current newsletter online.

Remember the newsletter will stop delivery for the summer beginning in
May. You will need to come up to the Recreation Center to pick up your
newsletters during the months of May, June, July, August, September
and October. There will be double issues of the newsletter throughout
the summer. The issues will be May/June, July/August and
September/October.

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Springfield Social Club

Activities Suggestion Box

Have some social activities or bus trips in mind for Springfield
residents? Have you wanted the Social Club to consider certain live
bands, DJ's or other entertainment for Springfield? There is now a small
wooden box and suggestion forms near the HOA front desk in the
Recreation Center to submit your ideas to the Social Club.

Submitted by K. Young

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My Buddy

My "Buddy" and I stroll Springfield land,
A plastic bag clutched in my hand,
Whoa! What comes into view?
A nasty pile of 'Doggy Doo?'
As Buddy and I walk, there's no doubt,
26 piles according to count!
How senseless, nasty and irresponsible, too,
To leave it all there, that doggy poo.
Dogs need to do this, it's what they do-
But I don't want it on my Shoe!
I dream of our resort, so pristine and clean,
Where we all carry bags, that's what I mean.
To pick up and dispose of that doggy waste-
I continue to dream of that wonderful place!

Submitted by Molly Robbers,
A responsible dog owner and her tidy pet, Buddy

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At the recent ID Theft seminar, a lot of information was provided to help
prevent, protect, discover, and restore your identity. Here is a summary.
ID theft is not only related to your financial records; your identification
information may also be stolen to be used for personal freedom and
medical reasons. Your personal information is in thousands of
databases: employers, government agencies, financial institutions,
health professionals, and more.
Thieves obtain your personal information from businesses (banks,
doctor office, hospital, government office, etc.) in a variety of ways:
stealing records or information while on the job; bribing an employee
who has access to your records; tricking information out of employees
by posing as you; hacking into their computer systems; rummaging
through their trash. Thieves may steal your wallet or purse; dig in your
trash or recycle bin; pose as a business requesting your personal
information.
Thieves use your personal information to open a new loan or credit card
or checking account; establish a phone or utility account; obtain a
driver's license; get a job; pay for medical bills using your insurance
information.
Medical ID theft may change your medical or insurance records. If an
imposter uses your identity to get medical care, a record is created with
the imposter's medical information that could be mistaken for your
medical information (such as blood type, prescribed medicine, drug
allergies, diagnosis of an illness or condition). This misinformation may
lead to improper treatment, causing complications for you.
Freedom ID theft may change your criminal history. If an imposter gives
your information to the police during an arrest and does not pay the fine
or go to court, a warrant for arrest would be issued in your name.
You may discover that your ID has been stolen in various ways:
When reviewing your credit report, a company unknown to you is listed.
A creditor or collection agency contacts you about a debt that is not
yours.
If you apply for a loan or credit card and you are declined due to poor
credit.
When you write a check at a store, it is refused due to previous bad
checks.
When reviewing your annual report from the Social Security
Administration, the income reported is higher than you actually earned.
When reviewing an EOB (explanation of benefits) form from your
insurance company, the name of the doctor or medical facility is
unknown to you.
Your vehicle insurance is raised due to traffic tickets unknown to you.
You are notified about an outstanding warrant unknown to you.
Here are some safe tips to help deter ID theft:
Shred documents containing your personal information.
Remove your ID and any bills from your vehicle before having it serviced.
Keep your social security card in a safe place; do not carry it in your
wallet.
Copy all credit cards, ID, and other documents in your wallet, and keep
the copy in a safe place.
Don't give personal information to an incoming caller.
Don't use a link from an email; instead put the correct web address in
your browser field.
Use your credit card for online transactions instead of a debit card for
more protection, and look for "https" in the web address as the sign of a
secure site.
Go inside to pay for gas; there are reports daily on chips attached to
card readers on gas pumps.
Guard your card when giving it to a server at a restaurant; pocket
skimmers are being used by thieves working as servers.
Change passwords on your computer frequently.
To help protect your identity, consider obtaining total ID theft coverage.
Be sure your coverage includes:
Credit monitoring with all three agencies
Full alert service to inform you about suspicious activity
Financial, medical, and freedom ID theft issues.
If you discover that your identity has been compromised:
Contact the credit reporting agencies to place a fraud alert on your
credit reports.
Close the account(s) that have been compromised or opened
fraudulently.
Contact your local police department to file a report of ID theft.
Obtain a copy of your credit report, and initiate a dispute of the
fraudulent account.
Obtain a copy of your medical records or arrest records (if applicable),
and correct any errors.
Contact FTC at 877-ID-THEFT or www.ftc.gov/idtheft.
Keep copies of all correspondence sent.
Record dates, names of companies and contact persons, and actions
related to the ID theft.
Here are some helpful websites and phone numbers:
To get more tips for safe internet usage: www.getnetwise.org and
www.staysafeonline.org and www.staysafe.org
To report a scam: 877-FTC-HELP or www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov
To get a free copy of your credit report: 877-322-8228 or
www.annualcreditreport.com
To sign for the National Do Not Call Registry: 888-382-1222 or
www.donotcall.gov
To stay safe online: www.onguardonline.gov
To get consumer tips before you buy: www.ftc.gov/consumer
To get more tips about identity theft: www.idroadtrip.com

Submitted by MaryAnn Schulte

(The newsletter staff has no responsibility for the above information's
accuracy.)

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Spring Training Baseball Game

On Wednesday, March 2nd a group of 50 Springfield residents and
guests enjoyed a bus trip to a spring training baseball game at the new
facilities of the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Colorado Rockies at
Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. It was a beautiful day and everyone
had good seats and enjoyed seeing the game and the new stadium.
Thank you to the Social Club for making this trip possible.
Submitted by Ron Sippy

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Get Fit - Stay Fit News

By the time you get this newsletter, the Get Fit-Stay Fit committee will
have hosted the second annual Poker Walk/Run. The next newsletter will
contain an article stating the winners of the many prizes that were given
out March 26. Hopefully you were one of them!
The committee thanks all of you who participated in the program and
look forward to seeing you all walking, running, biking, moving
throughout the year to be ready to join the program again next year. The
winners of both programs are listed on the bulletin board at the
Recreation Center.

Submitted by Mady Kraus

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Springfield Social Club Meeting
March 3, 2011

President Mary Ann Schulte called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Twenty- one residents attended. Mary Ann introduced the other Social
Club's officers. The treasurer's and secretary's reports were accepted.
Various social subcommittees gave their reports. The Kentucky Derby
is scheduled for the first Saturday of May. Some details on upcoming
bus trips to the Barleen Christmas show, hot air balloon festival at the
Wild Horse Pass, Kartchner Caverns, and the Mazatzal casino were
discussed. On Wednesday, March 9, a FREE Golf Cart Clinic is
scheduled in the Recreation Center's parking lot near the tennis courts
from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A Spring Fling dance will be scheduled in April.
The Social Club plans to have a suggestion box at the front office for
residents to submit their ideas for future activities. The Club will also be
distributing framed thank you certificates to local merchants who have
generously donated prizes for the Club's events.
Residents may view the Social Club's complete meeting minutes posted
on the bulletin board across from the Kiva Room in the Recreation
Center.
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. The next Social Club meeting will
be on Thursday, April 7, 2011, in the Springfield San Tan Ballroom. All
residents are members of this Club and are invited to attend the
meeting.

Submitted by K. Young, Secretary

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Sunshine Committee

The Sunshine Committee would like to express its deep appreciation to
Bob Foley and his singing friends for the delightful concert they
presented on Sunday, March 6th benefiting our organization. We always
thank the many volunteers, as well, who make our various endeavors
successful, and look forward to your continued assistance. Newcomers
are most welcome. Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 5 in
the Desert Star room in the clubhouse, starting at 11 a.m. Visitors are
encouraged to attend and learn more about the Sunshine Committee.
The Sunshine Committee provides memorial luncheons for families and
friends of Springfield residents who have passed away. We also
maintain a lending closet containing such items as wheelchairs,
crutches, walkers, commodes, shower stools, canes, etc. These items
may be checked out for up to three months. Both of these services are
available at no charge, but we gratefully accept donations. If you have
such an item that you may wish to donate to the Closet, please contact
Joan or LeRoy Houchen. However, the closet cannot accept any items with motors, batteries, or anything that cannot be sanitized.

A new undertaking, Grandma's Closet, serves as a clearing house for
those willing to loan children's items, such as highchairs, cribs, etc. to
residents who may need them when young families visit. Mary Ann
Schulte, serves as coordinator.

If you wish to schedule a memorial luncheon, please contact Roberta
Hellman; and for the month of April, those wishing to borrow or return an
item to the lending closet are asked to please contact either Shirley
Tardif or Barb Kauppila. We ask that items not be returned to the front
desk, but to the volunteer listed each month in this newsletter. Names
are also posted on the door of the lending closet. Returned items are
always cleaned and sanitized, for the comfort of the next user.

Submitted by Connie Morrison

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Communications Committee Meeting
March 14, 2011

The meeting was called to order by Russ Magill at 1:00 p.m. All
members were in attendance. February minutes were approved. The
Committee discussed two matters - the Springfield Newsletter and
Election Procedures for the Board of Directors. It was moved and
agreed upon that the Springfield Newsletter would be published on a
bi-monthly basis in the summer months. This would save the community
both money and labor. The newsletter will be published for May/June,
July/August and September/October. The Committee reviewed the
election procedures outline and dates for the 2011 Board of Directors
election. They will be submitted to and reviewed by the Board at the next
Board of Directors' meeting. The next meeting of the Communication
Committee will be on April 11, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.

Submitted by Roberta Rattiner

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Springfield Sound

The Springfield Sound presented its annual Spring Concert, "Broadway
& More" on March l7 and March 18. All who attended enjoyed the
performance under the direction of Lana Oyer, from Sun Lakes.
The Springfield Sound would like to thank the Springfield Community for
its continued support of our activities, and for the opportunity to perform
and enjoy fellowship of working together and sharing our talents.
Please watch the newsletter for upcoming events and schedules for the
Springfield Sound.

Submitted by Fred Massengale, President Springfield Sound

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SPRING FLING DANCE

Let's celebrate spring! The Social Committee will sponsor a Spring
Fling Dance on Saturday, April 16, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the
San Tan Ballroom. Come dance to the music of Mr. B and the Blonde.
Tickets are on sale at the HOA Office for $7.00 per person. See you
there.

Submitted by MaryAnn Schulte

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Valentine Dance

The Valentine Dance on February 12 was a huge success, according to
feedback from those who attended. The Real Tones Band was great
and played mostly 50s and 60s music with some country songs, so the
dance floor was always full. Of the couples present at the dance, Mr. and
Mrs. James Porritt were honored as the couple who were married the
longest (58 years), and also Mr. and Mrs. Tom Otto were the newest
newlyweds (3 months). Fifty door prizes were given away during the
band breaks. The Social Committee would like to thank Tom Young and
Marvin Schulte for contacting local businesses to obtain gift certificates
and other great prizes. We would request that the prize winners use their
gift certificates soon or pass on to someone else to use soon.
Please patronize these businesses who provided the door prizes, and
let them know that you are from Springfield:
Par-Tee Time Golf Carts 10325 E. Riggs Rd.
Ace Hardware 9666 E. Riggs Rd.
Burger King 9668 E. Riggs Rd.
Someburros 2597 S. Market St.
Discount Tire 2623 S. Market St.
Logan's Roadhouse 2649 S. Market St.
R & R Pest Control 4143 E. Westchester
Bear Creek Golf Complex 500 E. Riggs Rd.
The UPS Store 975 E. Riggs Rd
Fry's Marketplace 985 E. Riggs Rd.
Albertson's Food Center 2935 E. Riggs Rd.
Chen's Chinese Restaurant 2945 E. Riggs Rd.
Albertson's Food Center 3145 S. Alma School Rd.
Great Clips 3165 S. Alma School Rd.
Good Food Store 4975 S. Alma School Rd.
Old Chicago Restaurant 135 W. Ocotillo Rd.
Fletcher's Tire & Auto 4045 S. Arizona Ave.
Garcia's Mexican Restaurant 4210 S. Arizona Ave.
Home Depot 4141 S. Arizona Ave.
Olive Garden Restaurant 2930 E. Germann Rd.
Chili's Restaurant 3917 S. Gilbert Rd.
Springfield Golf Course 1200 E. St. Andrews
Eagle's Nest Grill 1200 E. St. Andrews
Joan Koontz Springfield

Submitted by MaryAnn Schulte

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NORTHWEST PARTY HIGHLIGHTS

What a great party it was! One hundred twelve friends and
acquaintances met March 4th in the San Tan Ballroom for a fun-packed
evening of camaraderie.

Each table was a mix of guests from Alaska, Washington, Idaho,
Oregon, Montana, British Columbia and Alberta. Small crates displayed
as centerpieces on each table had an assortment of gifts from the
above states/provinces. The crates were filled with wines from
Washington and Oregon, beers from Montana, Washington and Alaska,
Idaho Spud candy and other items.

The "King" of the party was fresh salmon. There was an abundance of it.
It was cooked in several ways and to perfection. One highlight was the
smoked salmon on the appetizer table. Russ Oates and John Leach
have the recipe down to a science. Guests brought potluck dishes to
complement the salmon. No one left unsated.

And yes, we did have entertainment! Two entertainers, Autumn at the
keyboard and Joyce as vocalist, provided laughs as they did parodies
for the crowd
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If you joined us, we thank you for coming and we hope to see you at our
next party, March 2012.As for the Northwest party team we are already
making plans for next year. We did enjoy hosting you!

Submitted by Mady Kraus

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Blackjack Tournament

A Blackjack Tournament was held in the card room on Thursday,
February 17th. A full field of 63 Springfield residents participated. The
top seven qualifiers for the tournament played in the finals. The results
were:
Detta Mae Sullivan
Ralph Weberpal
Barb Billings
Carol Boigegrain
Jim Phillippi
Pat Tierney
John Marinacci
Congratulations to the winners and a Big Thanks to all who played. Also
thank you to all who assisted in making the event successful.

The Entertainment Committee

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