By Brian Lemke, Board President Hello Tatum Highlands Neighbors, As I start my fifth-year volunteering on the Tatum Highlands HOA Board, I would like to THANK the previous three Presidents I have had the privilege of serving under as VP to help make Tatum Highlands a wonderful community to live in: Sam Schwartzberg for his work to reach out to get more Tatum Highlands homeowners involved in the community and planning amazing social events. Kevin Hufnagel for his work on l

By Chris Stanford, Landscape Committee Chair Tree Trimming Phoenix homeowners know that monsoon season can bring powerful winds, heavy rain, and sudden dust storms. One of the best ways to protect your property before summer storms arrive is by having your trees professionally trimmed. Overgrown branches can become dangerous during high winds, breaking off and causing damage to roofs, vehicles, fences, and power lines. Proper pruning helps reduce wind resistance, allowing air

Sarah Skaggs has recently been appointed Chairperson of the Social Committee. She is currently seeking new members to help plan special events for the Tatum Highlands community. If you are interested in joining Sarah on the Social Committee, please navigate to the Feedback section near the bottom of this newsletter and indicate your interest in the Social Committee. Or click here

Board of Directors Brian Lemke, President Chris Stanford, Vice President Melissa Palopoli, Secretary Tom Davies, Treasurer Jeff Hirsch, Director Dave Hoffman, Director Sarah Skaggs, Director Committee Chairs Architectural Control Committee (ARC) Sarah Skaggs Landscape Committee Chris Stanford Social Committee Sarah Skaggs Communications Committee Pam Albo

Sarah Skaggs has been a proud resident of Tatum Highlands since 2016 and brings both dedication and insight to her role as Architectural Committee Chairperson. Through years of thoughtfully improving her own home, she has developed a deep understanding of the community’s architectural standards and the importance of maintaining its quality and character. Sarah recognizes how timely, well-informed decisions impact homeowners—especially when it comes to financing, planning, and

Dedicated email and phone number for all Tatum Highlands inquiries: Email: TatumHighlands.AZ@fsresidential.com Phone: (480) 551-4524 Contacts: Delany Gazaille, Regional Manager Shalimar Wilkerson, Community Manager General notifications and architectural requests Connect Resident Portal: tatumhighlands.connectresident.com Violation appeals and fee waiver requests Requests must be submitted in writing via certified mail. Include your request along with any supporting detai

by Karen Blue Phoenix Summer Entertainment Ideas Splash Pads - Splash pads offer a cooled off play area for the entire family. Here are some great spots for the kids to cool off: o Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd, Phoenix o The Quad at Scottsdale Quarter, 15059 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale o Fountain Park, 12925 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills o Tempe Marketplace (near Barnes & Noble), 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe o Riverview Park, 2100 W. Rio Salado Pkwy,

By Pam Albo July and August July begins the monsoon season. This is the time to trim trees to protect them from the high monsoon winds. (See Tree Trimming article in this newsletter.) Now is a good time to transplant tropical favorites such as adeniums, plumeria, and palm trees. Fertilize these regularly throughout the summer. Check all plants to make sure they’re getting enough water. Add mulch to potted plants to help keep water moisture from evaporating in the hot summer

By Valeria Miraglia, a Tatum Highlands Homeowner “This is a perfect cake recipe for summer served with sliced strawberries! And it's gluten free. I like to slice the berries with a little sugar to bring out the juice and spoon them over the cake slices like a shortcake.” Prep time:15 minutes; cook time: 30-35 minutes; yield: One 8” cake (8-12 servings) Ingredients • 4 large eggs, separated, at room temperature • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons (124g) granulated sugar, divided • 1

By Pam Albo Whether you're looking for a low-maintenance landscape plant, a container specimen, or an addition to your rock garden, Blue Elf aloe is well suited to life in the Phoenix area. These drought-tolerant succulents thrive in full sun, including areas that receive hot, reflected heat. Partial shade also poses no problem for this small aloe hybrid. The Blue Elf aloe is prized for its upright, silvery blue-gray foliage and vibrant spikes of coral-orange flowers. It bloo

As electric-powered personal transportation becomes increasingly popular in Phoenix, riders must understand the laws that apply to electric bikes (e-bikes), electric scooters (e-scooters) and motor-driven cycles. The Phoenix Police Department reminds all users that these vehicles are not toys and they’re governed by specific laws and ordinances to keep everyone safe on our streets and sidewalks. It is the goal of the Department to educate the community on the regulations and