Caliente Chatterbox Newsletter

Summer 2026 Newsletter

I hope this newsletter finds you well and enjoying the summer, whether you're here in Arizona or escaping to cooler weather. Here at Caliente, our year-round residents, staff, and I are definitely "sweating it out," but we're staying busy preparing for another wonderful season.

Although the park is much quieter during the summer months, it's one of our busiest times for maintenance and improvement projects. From resurfacing pools and painting buildings to planning events and preparing the clubhouse, we're working hard to make sure Caliente is ready to welcome everyone back this fall.

Below are a few updates, reminders, and highlights from around the park.

 Food Handler Cards

Most Arizona Food Handler Cards expire every three years, and we have more than 100 cards scheduled to expire before next season.

If you volunteer at community meals or special events, please take a moment to check your expiration date. If you're unsure, stop by the Clubhouse when you return and we'll be happy to verify it for you.

Thank you to everyone who volunteers throughout the year. Your willingness to help is one of the many things that makes Caliente such a wonderful community.

 Welcome Back – September 1, 2026

The 2026-2027 season officially begins September 1, 2026!

Please stop by the Front Office to receive:

• Your new BLACK resident badge sticker

• Your new BLACK vehicle stickers

• Your NEW door entry code (available in person only)

 2026 Assessment Reminder

·  Annual Assessment: $836 per lot

·  Second Half Payment ($418): Due August 31, 2026

·  Late Fee: $15 per month per delinquent lot

Please remember that all checks must be payable to Caliente Casa de Sol and drawn on a U.S. bank in U.S. funds.

 Community Updates

Welcome New Neighbors!

This year, 30 properties changed ownership. We'd like to extend a warm welcome to all of our new owners and hope you enjoy everything Caliente has to offer.

Capital Improvement Fund

Property sales generated $64,728 in Capital Improvement Fees this year.

These funds are deposited directly into our Long-Range Savings Fund and help finance future improvements throughout our community.

 Summer Improvement Projects

While many residents are away for the summer, we're busy completing projects throughout the park.

 Completed

·  Pool & Spa #4 resurfaced and non-skid lane markers installed

·  Exterior of the Annex and surrounding buildings painted

·  Palm trees professionally trimmed

 Coming Soon

·  New Clubhouse flooring

·  Electrical upgrades for Pool #3, Laundry Room & Pottery Room

·  New hot water heater for the Clubhouse

·  New building identification signs

·  Road improvements on Yucca between Palo Verde and Barrel Cactus

 Palm Tree Trimming

Palm tree trimming has been completed throughout the park.

Invoices were emailed or mailed earlier this week.

Cost: $60 per tree.

 Vehicle & Overflow Stickers

Please remember that all resident vehicles located within Caliente must display a current Caliente vehicle sticker.

This includes:

·  Cars

·  Trucks

·  Golf Carts

·  Motorcycles

·  ATVs

·  Side-by-Sides

·  Campers

·  Trailers stored in Overflow

Vehicle stickers should be placed on the outside of the windshield in the upper right corner (driver's side).

Overflow Stickers

All vehicles, campers, and trailers stored in the Overflow Lot are required to display an Overflow sticker showing the assigned space number.

If you use multiple vehicles in your assigned Overflow space, additional stickers are available for purchase.

Please place the sticker where it is clearly visible while driving through the Overflow Lot.

 Spring Fling 2026

A huge thank you to Ed Christensen, Betty Gilchrist, and Jeanne Thull for organizing another outstanding Spring Fling!

2026 Results

·  Revenue: $90,305

·  Expenses: $22,443

·  Net Profit: $63,862

Thank you to everyone who volunteered, decorated, participated, and helped make Spring Fling another tremendous success!

 Spring Fling 2027 – Cruising Caliente

A Message from Jayne Laintz-LaBore

2027 Spring Fling Chairperson

Caliente residents—mark your calendars, pack your bags, and get your passports ready to board the cruise ship Sol Caliente for the cruise of a lifetime—right here in our own park!

Tentative Dates: February 15–25, 2027

The theme for Spring Fling 2027 is "Cruising Caliente."

Your participation is entirely up to you! Work together as a block or decorate individually. Become a crew member, traveler, entertainer, kitchen staff, or create your own unique cruise experience.

Your patios could become destinations such as Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, Italy, Japan, or any exciting port of call. Or perhaps your patio becomes part of the ship itself with restaurants, lounges, theaters, casinos, shopping, or entertainment.

Spring Fling is one of the highlights of our season and a wonderful opportunity to meet neighbors, have fun, and showcase your creativity.

I look forward to working with all of you this coming year.

Have a wonderful summer!

 Painting Classes Return

We're excited to welcome back Laura Blanchet for painting classes beginning in January 2027.

Participants may choose between:

·  A four-week painting series

·  One-day painting workshops

All supplies are included.

More information will be available later this year.

 A Message from the Board President

This past spring, Board Member Debbie Harrison completed a wonderful update to the Caliente website. I encourage everyone to visit www.calientecasadesol.com for community news, Board information, governing documents, event updates, and important announcements.

During the upcoming season, the Board of Directors will be considering several additions and revisions to our governing documents. These proposed changes will be posted on the website prior to the November Board meeting, giving owners an opportunity to review them before any votes are taken.

The Board will also be forming a committee of owners and Board members to review property encroachment concerns affecting perimeter properties. In addition, the Compliance Committee, Construction Committee, and Park Manager will continue reviewing the areas beside and behind units to address safety, accessibility, and patio clutter.

We encourage all owners to inspect their property upon returning to Caliente and ensure there is adequate access between neighboring lots.

If you—or someone you know—is interested in becoming more involved in our community, please consider running for the Board of Directors. Two three-year Board positions will be open for election in February 2027. Serving on the Board is a rewarding opportunity to help guide the future of Caliente.

Thank you for your continued support.

Have a safe and enjoyable summer!

Coleen D'Angelo
CPOA Board President

 Thank You

Whether you volunteer on a committee, organize activities, work at Spring Fling, prepare meals, maintain our common areas, or simply lend a helping hand to a neighbor—thank you.

Your volunteer spirit is what makes Caliente such a wonderful place to call home.

On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers, we wish you a safe, healthy, and enjoyable summer. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another fantastic season!

See you this fall!