SaddleBrooke Growth and Changes By Sharon McKniff

  Charlie Bull, President of STPO (Saddlebrooke Two Property Owners) shared the varied history of both Saddlebrooke HOA1 and HOA2 with the Rotarians at their luncheon meeting on December 6, 2012.  Many people were unaware of the various changes and steps taken toward homeowner development, and Charlie’s talk was very interesting.

Beginning over 25 years ago with a sole entrance of Lago Del Oro Road, Saddlebrookee grew from a small trailer sales office at the end of a dirt road.  By 1988, there were over 62 homes, 2 tennis courts, and one golf course with clubhouse.  During the 1990’s, more acreage was purchased from the Golder Family and the Mountain View area was born. 

  HOA1 was the first development to break away from Robson via the advocacy of an Alliance Residence Community organization which served as liaison between the homeowners and the developer Robson.   

 During the early 2000’s, our Saddlebrooke Patrol broke into two parts to serve HOA1 and HOA2, and the Desert View area was developed to include our 480 seat tier-style theater, more tennis courts, an additional clubhouse and the large fitness center.  Eventually, the Preserve area was designed and developed as well.  The leaders of STPO were responsible for the design and helped to get the job completed. 

  Currently, the STPO has been active in many ways, including the installation of the stop light at Eagle Crest Drive.  Their mission includes the enhancement of the quality of life for the homeowners of Saddlebrooke Two.  Charlie shared that an area set aside for Unit 50 is not yet open or developed, but may become available when the number of lots in units 45-49 gets below 100 lots.  At that time, Robson is committed to develop Unit 50. 

 A lot of Saddlebrooke history was heard at our meeting, and it is amazing the volume of detail and hours of time that were spent on our behalf.  We’re very lucky to have the vision and leadership of some of our neighbors.  Thank you to Charlie Bull and others like him who serves our community for the benefit of all.