      Mr. HAROLD CHRIST                       October  2024  

    Greetings to All ADOBE Members and Friends.    Over twenty years ago ADOBE was given the brand “The Voice and Heart of Gold Canyon since 1989”.  Adobe is honored by that heritage and proud to carry that title into the decades to come as we work together – and at times fight – to keep Gold Canyon, Gold Canyon.   ADOBE is honored to have Mr. Harold Christ as its presenter at the ADOBE October 17, 2024, Community Meeting. In the early 1970s, Mr. Christ had a vision to build a golf resort in a section of land just east of Apache Junction. That land reminded him of old John Wayne films, with saguaro cacti, cowboys, and all that jazz. Development land was difficult to find but Harold was able to purchase 1630 acres at the foothills of the Superstition Mountains. County officials viewed the project as a pipe dream. The area was remote, and there was no substantial water supply. If he was to start this project the Arizona Water Company would need to run a water main from Apache Junction to this secluded desert site, and after some wrangling they did. The project was pushed through the Pinal County Planning and Zoning Commission with the committee chairperson telling Harold they allowed it out of sympathy for his effort since no one ever believed it would happen. But it did happen and it became the first planned community in the history of Pinal County. Harold is now the owner and CEO of the Windmill Winery in Florence, Arizona. Nearly twenty-five years after dirt began to fly at the planned resort Harold’s dream has turned into a magnificent reality. Many stories surround this resort including movie and singing stars, and a community contest that gave Gold Canyon its name – but we will allow Harold to tell the story because it is his story to tell.   All citizens are invited to attend and enjoy this interesting meeting where we all will be able to learn a little more about this place we love and call home. The meeting will be held at the Gold Canyon Best Western Hotel, starting at 6:15 pm with social time and the meeting beginning at 7 pm.   We hope to see you at this special meeting to give one of our “first pioneers” a special listen and thanks for doing his part in creating the community of Gold Canyon.   Glenn A. Walp, PhD   ADOBE – “The Voice and Heart of Gold Canyon since 1989”

Meet Glenn Walp, President of ADOBE

ADOBE--Association for the Development of a Better Environment

         What you may not know about Glenn Walp:

Glenn Walp has done everything, been everywhere, and has lived to tell about it. He was born in Pennsylvania, and among other illustrious career acheivements, was Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. He graduated from Indiana University in Pennsylvania with a Bachelor's Degree in Police Administration/Criminolgy, received a Master's Degree in Criminal Psychology, and later on, a PhD in Human Services. There is not enough room on this website to list all of Glenn's many contributions to Public Safety, but his stellar law enforcement career is worthy of high recognition. His service to his community is of utmost importance to Glenn, and his track record of devotion to our citizens is second to none. We are proud to claim him as our fearless leader.

Board Members 

These are our hard working Board Members who are here to serve the community of Gold Canyon

Terrilyn klucar

I'm from Pennsylvania, relocated to Phoenix area in 1997. I have a Bachelor's Degree from University of Washington and a Master's Degree in Public Administration from Troy University. I've worked for 20 years with county government ( Maricopa and Pinal.) I lead our choir at Superstition Foothills Baptist Church and have been married to my husband Gerry for 19 years. I am a tortoise enthusiast and own many turtles and two African Sulcata tortoises. I love Arizona and I'm so happy to be able to help out in the thriving community of Gold Canyon!

lisa bradford

I am a 3rd generation Arizonan born and raised in the East Valley.  I am  an  avid Arizona history enthusiast and the founder of the Gold Canyon Historical and Geological Society.I have over 20 years of experience in the housing industry and encompass a passion to see businesses thrive in both AZ and in our extraordinary Gold Canyon Community. I Co- Founded the Gold Canyon Chamber of Commerce in 2021.Early in 2023 I was appointed to the Transportation Advisory Committee by Supervisor Jeff Serdy. I am honored to represent district 5 and look forward to advocating for the needs of Pinal County and its residents! I have been blessed with three dynamic children Jake, Wyatt and Jewel who I cherish beyond measures. 

DIANNA WALP
Treasurer