Pat Horning, IronOaks Board President
IronOaks Monthly Newsletter: “Ready, Set, Go!”
As I reflect on the many exciting activities taking place at IronOaks, it’s truly remarkable to see how vibrant and engaged our community continues to be.
Our Farmers Markets have been a wonderful success, bringing local businesses with unique offerings directly to our homeowners. We were proud to host the 2026 Arizona State Women’s Medallion 9-Hole Golf Championship, showcasing our exceptional facilities. The Tim McGraw, Elvis Presley, and Elton John tribute concerts delivered unforgettable entertainment, while our annual IronOaks Gender and Mixed Doubles Tennis Club Championships highlighted the talent and camaraderie within our tennis community. Looking ahead, the annual Pickle Barrel Classic pickleball tournament is just around the corner. With so many activities available, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy and an abundance of opportunities to connect with fellow homeowners.
Board Updates
The board continues to maintain a full and active agenda as we work to enhance the IronOaks experience. In the coming months, we plan to present the remodeled and enhanced Fitness Center project to homeowners for consideration. We are also focused on refining operations to improve efficiency wherever possible.
The North Dobson Gate project team held its initial meeting on Jan. 12, beginning the evaluation of potential solutions to improve traffic flow and gate reliability. Additionally, we anticipate starting construction this summer on remodeling the Community Maintenance Facility, another important investment in our infrastructure.
It’s Board Election Time
A reminder that three board director positions will be open and must be filled by April 1, 2026. We strongly encourage all IronOaks homeowners to consider running in the March 2026 election. If a board position is not the right fit at this time, there are many other ways to get involved. Please consider joining one of our committees and contributing to the continued success of our community.
Stay Connected
To keep up with everything happening in IronOaks, please be sure you’re receiving our weekly “Stay In The Loop” (SITL) email, delivered every Friday. Each edition includes:
• The Lifestyle Schedule of Events—concerts, shows, classes, recreational activities, trips, and more
• Current dining schedules and specials
• Community updates, feature articles, and links to board and committee meetings available for on-demand viewing
In addition, each Monday the board distributes the “Monday Board Minute,” a brief summary highlighting key topics and discussions currently before the board.
Please email communications@slhoa3.com to be added to both mailing lists.
IronOaks: A Premier Retirement Destination
Our mission remains steadfast: to preserve and enhance IronOaks as one of the most desirable retirement communities in the Valley. We are committed to transparency, financial responsibility, and ongoing engagement with our residents.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve you.