Spring 2023 Newsletter
Letter from the President
Dear Neighbors,
We live in the premier subdivision in the Rapid City Area. I am writing in my capacity as President of the Homeowners Association (HOA) to address what the board is working on.
First a little about myself. We have three kids Jessica, John, and Jack. They will be out of the house in about 5 years, and we will be empty nesters. Everyone who lives here is friendly and the upkeep of the residence makes living here a joy. We had been looking at properties up here since our wedding in 2005. My wife Andrea and I moved into South Canyon Country Estates in July of 2013.
The South Canyon Country Estates HOA holds the meeting on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 pm at the Doty Fire Department community center. We have been looking into getting the covenants rewritten to bring them up to date. We want them to be in line with the wishes of the residents of South Canyon Country Estates. We are hoping to provide an option to allow your Water/HOA payment to be set up as an auto-withdrawal through our accounting software. More details to come soon.
If you have concerns or questions, please contact any of your HOA Board members or feel free to attend an HOA meeting.
Joe Doran
Friendly Reminder • Check Your Speed! • SCCE Speed Limit is 25 MPH •
Friendly Reminder • Check Your Speed! • SCCE Speed Limit is 25 MPH •
Picnic Shelter Reservations Open April 1, 2023
Residents can rent the picnic shelter from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The calendar will be available beginning April 1, 2023.
Your reservation includes the use of the covered shelter area, picnic tables, restrooms, and garbage bins. You will have access to the shelter from 10:00 am to 8:45 pm.
Reminder: reservations do not include exclusive use of the pool or park. For more information or to make a reservation visit the Shelter Reservations page.
Upcoming Events
Mark your calendar for our favorite annual events. Don’t miss your opportunity to connect with your SCCE friends and neighbors and be sure to check the website for updates!
Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 8
Spring Clean-Up Day: Saturday, May 20
Pool Opening: Monday, May 29 (weather permitting)
Say Hello to Summer BBQ: Saturday, June 10
Bark & Splash Pool Closing: Monday, September 4
Annual HOA Meeting & Potluck: TBD September
Halloween Pizza Party: Tuesday, October 31
Job Openings
SCCE is looking for a part-time Pool Maintenance Alternate. If you are interested please contact a board member to submit your resume or qualifications by May 15th. Check the details below:
Pool Maintenance Alternate
In this position, you will train alongside the pool maintenance team beginning in May ahead of the pool opening, and serve as a backup for the full-time staff throughout the summer. Wages are $51 per day ($25.50 for opening and $25.50 for closing).
Daily/Weekly responsibilities include:
Clean/maintain pool and pool area (Vacuum pool/spray decking).
Take daily water samples & report results to pool manager.
Clean toilets, sinks, floors, and walls in bathrooms. Refill toilet paper holders and hand soap dispensers.
Clean picnic shelter including tables and floor.
Pick up trash in the pool and shelter area.
Empty garbage cans (shelter area & playground area) into the locked dumpster in parking lot.
Open/Close pool at other times due to weather or pool contamination. Post sign on pool gate stating why pool is closed, and when the pool will re-open.
Moving In or Out of the Neighborhood?
If you are moving out of the neighborhood, PLEASE contact SCCE Bookkeeping and provide your closing date so we can verify your final water and HOA bill.
If you are moving into the neighborhood, WELCOME! Be sure to reach out to SCCE Bookkeeping and provide your contact information so we can be sure to get you a welcome packet and get your water and HOA account set up.
Meet the Board
Lonnie Steinmetz – Vice President
“I have lived in SCCE for 9 and a half years now and have enjoyed living here. I look forward to being an advocate and voice for our subdivision as the HOA Vice President. I am also a member of the covenant and architectural committee. As a member of the covenant committee, we are hoping to promote a few future changes to the covenants, such as updated building materials like siding and roofing materials.
One of the things I love most about SCCE is our picnic shelter, which allows us to have a gathering for our families, friends, or coworkers. In my opinion, we really do live in a wonderful location with amenities that other comparable subdivisions do not offer.
To tell everyone a little bit about myself; my wife and 2 children like to go camping and ride our dirt bikes during the summer months. I am an avid hunter and try to get out into the woods at any chance I get. I am a helicopter and airplane mechanic by trade, and I love just about anything with an engine on it.
As a friendly reminder since we live in the Black Hills Fire Protection District, before the use of a fire pit at your residence you are required to obtain an annual campfire permit. There is more information about this and a link to the South Dakota Wildland Fire website located in the friendly reminders section of the website.”
Kort Herman – Secretary
“My family has lived in SCCE for a little over 5 years (December 2017). My favorite community features include the pool, recreation area, the sunsets, and the feeling of living out of town but being only minutes from work, shopping, recreation, and dining. I enjoy hiking and mountain biking. It’s awesome being only minutes from great hiking and biking.”
Michael Montileone – Member at Large
“As a member at large, I see firsthand the work the HOA is doing on behalf of the SCCE community. That combined with the great community members makes SCCE a great place to live. Thanks to all!”
Marlowe McDowell – Member at Large
“My family and I have lived here since 2014. One of my favorite things about living in South Canyon Country Estates is the seclusion of being away from town. The views are beautiful.
My favorite activity is the BBQ. I enjoy cooking for people and it allows us to get to know each other a little. Some of my favorite activities are watching baseball and playing billiards. If I have one tip to our neighbors, it would be to drive slowly through the neighborhood and follow the posted speed limit.”
John Santana– Member at Large
“I’ve lived here for 25 years as I closed on my house March 1st, 1998. My favorite recreational activities are kayaking and off-roading with my side-by-side.”
Reach Out
It just takes a minute to call or email a board or committee member with your community-related thoughts, suggestions, or ideas.
In order for feedback to be representative of the whole community, we need you to reach out, get involved and stay in touch. We’re always looking for volunteers and input to help make SCCE even better!
And, if you are looking for an easy way to keep up on neighborhood news and connect with your neighbors, check out the SCCE Facebook group and the SCCE NextDoor.com neighborhood. Both platforms are free and private.
