Your Weekly Resident Newsletter from Venture Out at Mesa

Published on May 11, 2026

Summer Updates Are Here!

As another season at Venture Out winds down, this edition includes important summer operation updates, upcoming Board meetings, preventive maintenance initiatives, pool and parking reminders, assessment information, and community project updates. You’ll also find a special employee spotlight, a note from the Activity Director, and another edition of “Hey Vinny!” covering resident questions and updated dues.

David Frick
Employee Spotlight

Celebrating 18 Years at VO

We are happy to announce that our Maintenance Director, David Frick, is celebrating his 18th year employed at Venture Out.

Thank you, David, for your years of dedication, hard work, and continued service to the community.

Payment Reminder

Late Fee Reminder

Over the past two quarters, late fees for HOA payments were waived due to mid-year changes in our accounting program.

Beginning with the April 4 quarterly payment, please make sure your payment is received by the 15th of the month to avoid a late fee.

Thank you for helping us keep payments processed smoothly and on schedule.

Community Update

Note from our Activity Director

As some residents may know, our Kitchen Manager resigned in March after four seasons with Venture Out. While this was unexpected, we understand his decision and sincerely wish him all the best moving forward. He will truly be missed.

Thank you to the many residents who have reached out with support and encouragement during this transition. Your kindness and understanding are greatly appreciated.

In April, we began the search for a new Venture Out Chef, and we look forward to welcoming another highly qualified, people-oriented individual to the team. We will continue to keep the community updated throughout the process.

Community Update

Voting Results for the Proposition

Voting in the special election to amend the CC&Rs concluded on April 15.

The approved amendment affects rental limitations within the community and restricts the rental of a unit to no more than nine (9) months per calendar year.

Residents may review the recorded document filed with Maricopa County using the link below.

View Recorded Document

Condo Board Work Session

Date: May 14
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: The Oasis

Board Meeting

Date: May 21
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: The Oasis and via Zoom
Zoom link/address pending

Summer Work Update

Summer Work & Sonoran Room Update

Seasonal Operations

As seasonal operations come to a close, we want to thank everyone for being part of another wonderful year at Venture Out. It has been a pleasure seeing familiar faces, enjoying activities together, and sharing another great season in the community.

With seasonal closure now in effect, some scheduled activities and amenities may be reduced or paused until next season. Essential services and property maintenance will continue as scheduled so the community remains well cared for during the off-season.

Solar Light Project

Installation and improvement work for the solar light project will resume during the off-season. This project supports safety, visibility, and energy efficiency throughout the resort.

Thank you for your patience as this important work continues.

Sonoran Room Cabinets

The handyman group did an excellent job building and installing new cabinets in the Sonoran Room. Their work made a meaningful improvement to this common area.

A sincere thank you goes out to the handyman group for their time, skill, and dedication.

New cabinets in the Sonoran Room
Summer Operations

Summer Hours & Seasonal Updates

Mail Room Summer Hours

Beginning Monday, May 11, summer mail room hours will be:

Monday through Friday
9:00 AM to 1:30 PM

Bathhouse Changes for the Summer

Bathhouses 1, 4, and 8 will remain open throughout the summer months to help reduce operating costs.

East and West pool bathrooms will remain open.

Memorial Day Office Schedule

Memorial Day will be observed on Monday, May 25. VO Patrol will maintain regular patrol duty, while all other offices will be closed for the holiday.

Pool Heater Notice

Please note that the pool heater will be turned off for the season beginning May 25.

Parking Reminder

Parking is permitted under the Community Center solar panels with a weekly permit. Permits must be renewed every seven (7) days through VO Patrol.

On the east side under the solar panels, parking is limited to four (4) hours during the summer months.

Maintenance Update

Preventive Maintenance Initiative – Summer Focus

Steve is prioritizing a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) Plan focused on the regular upkeep of essential facilities, infrastructure, and community assets throughout Venture Out.

In past years, preventive maintenance was performed inconsistently, with some areas receiving little to no scheduled maintenance. Moving forward, these tasks will be placed on a structured rotation schedule designed to improve efficiency, extend equipment life, and reduce costly emergency repairs.

Bathhouses

Beginning May 11, Bathhouses 1, 4, and 8 will remain open through September as part of the summer operations plan.

HVAC Systems

Ongoing maintenance and oversight of 74 A/C units located throughout the property.

Department Equipment

Scheduled upkeep and servicing of golf carts and operational equipment used by all departments.

Building & Structural Upkeep

  • Yearly roof maintenance and scrubber cleaning
  • Inspection and repair of parapet wall cracks
  • Stucco repairs and ongoing maintenance

Outdoor & Recreational Areas

  • Pool gates and fencing
  • Sports court surfaces and fencing
  • Pool decks, pumps, and filters

Infrastructure & Safety Inspections

  • Fire extinguisher and kitchen hood inspections
  • Storm drain cleanout and street drainage maintenance
  • Fire hydrant servicing
  • Backflow preventers and related systems

Grounds & Community Upkeep

  • Street maintenance and valley gutter upkeep
  • Perimeter wall inspections and repairs
  • Carpet and flooring inspections and replacements as needed
Hey Vinny! Why is there no policing of the pools for visitors' and kids' name badges, or for the enforcement of kids' pool hours?

Hey there neighbor,

Now, I can’t speak for every minute of every day out by the pools, but here’s the straight scoop as I understand it.

Steve has directed Patrol to regularly walk through the pool areas and check for badges, guest compliance, and other rule-related issues. That includes making sure visitors and kiddos are following the established pool hours too.

Pool use here at Venture Out is governed under the Rules & Regulations, Section VI, Clause 8, which lays out the requirements and restrictions for residents and guests alike.

Like most things around a community this size, enforcement depends on staff visibility, timing, and residents speaking up when they see ongoing issues. Patrol can’t be everywhere at once, but the expectation is that the rules are being monitored and enforced as they make their rounds.

At the end of the day, everybody wants the pools to stay safe, peaceful, and enjoyable for the folks who follow the rules and just want to relax in the Arizona sunshine.

Hey Vinny! Where can I find the information on quarterly dues, specifically on exactly when, for what time period, and for how much, the quarterly assessments will be charged on each lot?

Hey there friend,

The quarterly HOA assessment increase will begin starting July 1, 2026.

If you’re looking for the exact amounts, billing periods, due dates, and assessment breakdown tied to each lot, you can find that information a couple different ways.

You can stop by the Administrative Office, where staff can provide the current assessment details and payment schedule, or you can visit the Venture Out website and head over to the HOA Assessment Payments section.

There you’ll find the current fee information along with the updated quarterly assessment details.

See Fees

Sometimes these things can feel about as clear as desert dust in a windstorm, but the office and website should both have the official numbers and timelines laid out plain and proper.

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