Sun City’s opening, January 1^st, 1960, made national headlines and the 50^th Anniversary of the world’s first planned active retirement community should be just as exciting.  Our theme for the year is,

“An Extraordinary Past --- A Brilliant Future”

and our desire is to have that theme echo around the world.

Mission Statement

To recognize the year 2010 as the 50^th Anniversary of the founding of the World’s 1st Active Retirement Community through year-long celebrations and activities involving and benefiting residents, businesses and visitors.

Committee Goals

During the 50^th anniversary year, the committee will:

1. Organize a year of fun events encompassing education, recreation, entertainment, and social activities designed to unite residential, local organization and business into one interconnected community.

2. Showcase the worldwide appeal of Sun City, the community that started them all, and to this day remains the best value in retirement living.

3. Motivate Sun City residents to active participation in the planning and implementation of the yearlong activities.

4. Create a 50th Anniversary legacy to Sun City that will be a tribute to the vision of its founder, Del E. Webb, and the residents who have volunteered their ideas, service and expertise throughout the years.

5. Contribute to organizations dedicated to serving the needs and interests of Sun City residents.

50th Anniversary Officers and Committee Chairs:

          Officers:

• Co-Chair - Susan Sommers and Warren Clucker

• Vice-Chair - Daryl Wimer

• Treasurer - Larry Kuppler

• Secretary - Bill Bein

• Administrative Chair - Walt Patterson

   

  Committee Chairs:

   

• Athletics Chair - Tom Laak

• Culture & Crafts Chair - Connie McMillin

• Health, Wellness & Spiritual Life Chair - Allen Walker

• Publicity Chair - Paul Herrmann

• Special Events - Warren & Pat Clucker

• Ways & Means Chair - Susan Sommers

We’ll need hundreds of people to step up and get involved so look over the list and begin to think about how your gifts and talents can best contribute to a successful celebration.

Inquiries about the Sun City 50th Committee and Sub-committees can be sent to:

Sun City 50th Committee   PO Box 1270    Sun City  AZ  85372-1270

or email SunCity50thAnniversary@cox.net