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Nature’s gorgeous colors glow on Bass Lake. The regional park in El Dorado Hills is now open for limited use.
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Sel Richard Staff writer A local destination known for its breathtaking sunset view continues to be a lightning rod for controversy. Temporarily closed in part due to ill-mannered park visitors, Kalithea Park is undergoing deferred maintenance — turf renovation being a main project. El Dorado Hills Community Services District General Manager Kevin Loewen preempted public comment on Kalithea Park at an EDHCSD Board of Directors meeting earlier this month to overrule staff’s published agenda recommendation to install Bermuda grass at the park. “We are going with a fescue evergreen-type lawn,” revealed Loewen. “We are not doing a Bermuda. Staff worked through that recommendation based off sustainability and a number of other factors. Besides that point, we are moving forward with a fescue evergreen lawn.” Community members, despite waiting more than two hours to be met with an irrelevant issue, stayed online to thank the board for listening to them.
Bass Lake Park is ready for nature-loving visitors Sel Richard Staff writer
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ith the onset of rising COVID19 cases and stay-at-home orders impinging holiday activities, the El Dorado Hills Community Services District offers recreational options, announcing a “soft-opening” of Bass Lake Regional Park last week. “We recognized that our communities need to get out into parks and open spaces to do something — anything,” said EDHCSD General Manager Kevin Loewen. “In coupling that notion with the
fact that everyone is excited to know more about Bass Lake Regional Park, and what it will become, this is a good time to get folks out there. Why wait if we can do something meaningful?” Although there are no significant park improvements, steps have been taken to allow the site to be open for public use in a limited capacity. Fencing and signage communicate lake access and fishing rules such as no live bait, catch and release only, barbless fishing hooks and the requirement of a California fishing license. Once larger projects are under way, Loewen n
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tinue to pay it forward thus creating a wonderful kindness movement in the community this 2020 holiday season. The entire community also had the chance to enter to win one of three mega-elf baskets, which included higher value prizes. “I’m just so amazed at how readily local businesses jumped on board to give and bring smiles to families in Folsom and El Dorado Hills. This simple gesture, to no surprise, has truly brought holiday cheer to many families who needed some joy this season,” said Marisela Morales, Macaroni Kid publisher and editor. Morales personally collected business contributions and shopped at numerous stores to craft the perfect elf baskets. She made all 100 baskets personally and safely with numerous elves, big and small, helping her distribute them. For more information about the Elf the Town project visit bit.ly/ ElfTheTown.
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Poetry Out Loud competition returns to El Dorado County 280 schools and 769 teachers involved. Fift ysix thousand California students have participated oetry — especially at various levels since the poems recited out inception of the program loud — has gained in 2005. in popularity among high However, not just stuschool students thanks dents and their teachers to Poetry Out Loud, a get involved. Thompson national program sponnoted community memsored by the Endowment bers step up to serve as for the Arts, the Poetry judges and coaches. A Foundation and particisense of camaraderie pating state and county is built as teachers and agencies. Indeed, poetry community volunteers is alive and well. come together to foster For this year’s El appreciation of the literDorado County Poetry ary arts. Out Loud event, set Bob Steele, a retired up differently due to educator, has served as the pandemic, Arts and a judge since 2006 and Culture El Dorado staff recalled the training sesstep into the roles typision he and others had. cally held by local high “We watched taped school teachers — coorperformances from previdinating and assisting ous years and discussed student participants. how we would have Poetry Out Loud is judged them. We learned a national arts program what to watch for. For meant to encourage the example, did the student study of great poetry have the appropriate through a competition Village Life file photo by Thomas Frey expression for the words? structured much like a Oak Ridge High School student Paula Rabell performs “Sonnet During the recitation, spelling bee, according 29: When in disgrace with fortune and men’s eyes” by William did he or she project the to Caitlin Thompson, meaning of the poem Shakespeare at last year’s Poetry Out Loud competition. Arts and Culture El along with some physical Dorado staff member expression?” and event coordinator. In his experience, Steele said he found students who Competition begins at the high school level, with were active in drama classes tended to be more sucwinners from each school moving on to the county cessful in the poetry competition. During his 14 years level. County winners compete at the state level with with the program Steele said he continues to admire each state’s finalists advancing to nationals. Winners at the state level each receive $200. The winner of the those who compete. “It is so gratifying to see young people learn how national competition receives $20,000. to perform in front of a large group, people that they “This is the first time the competition will be don’t even know,” he shared. “It takes real courage.” totally virtual,” Thompson said. “Students need to Joe Grady, a retired educator, has served as both a contact us directly if they are interested in taking coach and as a judge, saying he preferred coaching as part.” The application is two parts. Students must submit a there is more interaction and a “give-and-take” with the students, plus a chance to see the performance letter of intent by Jan. 4; this is followed by a video of improve as students accept his recommendations. the recitation submitted by Feb. 1. “It’s important that there is a minimum of body Directions for the video submission, as well as more language during the recitation,” Grady explained. “I information about Poetry Out Loud, are available would help them project feelings through their own online at artsandcultureeldorado.org. Because of the voice. For example, were they expressive? What about change, efforts are being made to ensure all particithe volume?” pants have access to good equipment so they can preHe described the experience as inspirational and record their performances. Thompson will be coordinating as a county partrecalled with pride when two students he coached ner with the California Arts Council, submitting went on from the high school level to the county the necessary forms to bring Poetry Out Loud to El level. Dorado County. “This will allow our county finalist “It’s inspiring to see the students put themselves on to advance to the state level.” the line,” he said. “I was so proud of them. Poetry Participation in the Poetry Out Loud competition Out Loud is a wonderful opportunity for them to encourages students to study great poetry but there is show their talent.” also more to gain. Poetry Out Loud has provided many fond memo“This program helps students master public speakries for Thompson as well, explaining how a recitaing skills, build self-confidence … in group discustion can bring new meaning to a poem. “The written sions and sharpen analytical skills,” states the Poetry word is given a new dimension through voice and the Out Loud website. poem comes to life,” she said. Poetry Out Loud has reached more than 4 million Students interested in competing in Poetry Out students from 16,000 schools in every state (includLoud should contact Thompson as soon as possible. ing the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. For more information visit the Arts and Culture El Virgin Islands, Guam and America Samoa). California Dorado website, artsandcultureeldorado.org, or conboasts 53 counties in the competition with more than tact Thompson at (530) 295-3496. Celia Orona Special to Village Life
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Bass Lake said the district’s goal is to keep as much of the remainder of the park opened. “There will be impacted and restricted areas, but we’ll do our best to keep visitors visiting in a safe and responsible manner,” he said, suggesting that interested community members follow the district’s social media posts for future special occasions and events. “For instance, we opened up and allowed fishing, but we need to pause on fishing for protection of certain migratory birds.” Although normal park hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., modified hours will be enforced through Jan. 31 to
Continued from A1 allow for the migratory bird season. During this period activities are reduced to walking only, with park hours from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Construction on more permanent park features are currently under review with the county, although Loewen said he urges residents to voice their desires for the park. “We do want and need advocates to tell local county officials and commissions that you want this to happen, now. Be our advocates beyond the CSD boundaries because this is going to be your gem of an asset.” The main gate access to the park is via Sellwood Field off Serrano Parkway. Visitors must walk around
Kalithea At the November EDHCSD Parks and Planning Committee meeting the installation of Bermuda grass was offered as the best option to address challenges the turf has presented over the years. “Due to the current turf being fescue and the regular use the field experienced by sports user groups, it had compacted several areas of the field, resulting in patchy dry/wet areas which cannot be corrected without removal, tilling, soils amendments and new turf being installed,” Parks and Planning Director Tauni Fessler wrote in her Kalithea Park renovation executive summary. The report outlined ways Bermuda grass would solve the problems experienced with fescue, including “meets district ‘standard’ for turf grass on fields designated for sports use, durability, water (30% average savings) and reduced maintenance. One significant visual difference, however, is Bermuda grass goes dormant in the winter, where fescue remains green yearround. Several community members present at that meeting sent letters to voice concerns with this option, advocating instead for the fescue, which has graced the park for almost two decades. “Bermuda grass is brown nine months out of the year,” neighbor Ray Cavanagh said. “It is actually an invasive weed. I cannot believe CSD and the board think residents surrounding Kalithea Park deserve that type of environment, nine months out of the year looking at a large brown lawn.” Yet CSD staff moved forward with Bermuda grass on the December CSD Board agenda. “Our focus really was on durability and sustainability and that was our reason for recommending Bermuda,” explained Loewen. Fescue would also cost an additional $25,000 to install. “The perennial evergreen fescue grass has withstood typical use at this park, which is under-12 youth sports organized through the CSD,” said resident Sita Burgess, adding that the condition of the lawn was a
the ball field and through the oak grove and the district recommends boots as the natural trails can be steep and rocky. One portable toilet is available between the parking lot and the field. “While schools are closed for the holiday and the governor allowing for outdoor recreation to help with personal health and wellness, Bass Lake Regional Park’s soft opening was a gift we were able to give to our community this holiday season,” said CSD Communications Specialist April West. For more information on volunteering at Bass Lake Regional Park visit edhcsd.volunteerhub.com.
Continued from A1 result of the summer’s overuse of the park. “All of a sudden we had adults playing with crowds of up to 300-plus people. Are they intending to make this an overly crowded park again so it can withstand traffic in the summer but then screw us in the winter so we have a brown park? This is a multi-use turf field by designation. It’s not a dedicated athletic field.” CSD board members agreed. Director Sean Hansen pointed out that although fescue costs 30% more annually through water consumption, he is still a proponent. “It’s the crown jewel of our parks,” he said. “It seems as though we’ve received quite a bit feedback,” noted Director Michael Martinelli. “Let’s deliver to them what it is they want to see out there.” CSD staff also advocated opening the playground and sidewalks in advance of turf renovation, citing several requests for access. Hansen suggested going further. “We should fence off projects when they’re a project and fescue is a late spring/summer planting. So we should open that field up,” he said. “I don’t want to be the COVID cops, but I don’t want to see what we saw happen over the summer occur again. So I’d like to make sure that our sprinklers go on at certain times and that we have security there and that we’re at least helping to maintain a semblance of normality.” Burgess is less optimistic, particularly with the nearby Beatty Drive area known as “Heaven” being blocked off. “If they were to open the field, they would need to be prepared to deal with the potential issues we had this summer — the overcrowding, misuse of the park, trespassing after hours, disturbance of peace, vandalism, etc.,” she insisted. “I’m not in favor of them opening up the field because they don’t have a long-term plan.” Since the park’s closure, rock fascia on the new restroom building has been applied, backstop painted, soils test and water audit completed, playground parts inspected and ordered for repair and a new drinking fountain and barbecue ordered and ready for installation. Along with turf renovation, remaining projects include parking lot asphalt repair and resealing, as well as bark and planting replenishment.
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njoy gorgeous sunrise to sunset views from this 10-acre estate near Folsom Lake in the quiet foothills. This six-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home boasts a circular driveway with gated courtyard, selfcontained in-law quarters plus a remote upstairs master suite with a sitting room, fireplace, private balcony and luxurious bathroom. Relax and entertain in the resort-style backyard, which features a beautiful pool with a waterfall as well as a stackedstone fire pit and an outdoor fireplace. The impressive glass double-door entry with luxury tile flooring welcomes visitors into the beautiful, two-story
home. To the right of the front door is a formal dining room and to the left a cozy seating area — both with courtyard views. The carpeted family room is the perfect place to relax. Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace while watching your favorite movies. The built-in entertainment center features room for a large television and sound equipment plus space to display a film collection, family photos and much more. Chefs will love the gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, including a five burner stove with a range hood, n
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hristmas — “Bah! about to accelerate. A Humbug!” to COVID-19 vaccine will quote Ebenezer reopen the economy this Scrooge in the 1843 spring. It will also enable novel “A Christmas thousands of Californians Carol.” The Christmas to do what they have Spirit was a little weak been postponing for the this year. Many holiday past year — sell their traditions have been home and leave. canceled. Visiting with Home values are family and friends, dinthe defining differing at a favorite restaurant ence between the Great and Christmas Day with Recession, 2007-10, and distant relatives are now the current COVIDKen Calhoon considered illegal and 19 economic calamity. life-threatening. Joyful Between 2006 and 2011 Real estate columnist smiles and hugs have homes in El Dorado been replaced with masks County lost nearly half and social distancing. their value. In 2006 the median selling Small businesses in El Dorado County price for a county home was $492,000. had little underneath their Christmas Five years later it was $255,000. trees. Many owners are asking which Without equity and underwater in is worse, dealing with an infectious mortgage debt, many walked away or virus or our government’s response. lost their homes to foreclosure. In 2008 Some forced to close their doors will California had 1.1 million homes in not reopen. They will follow the lead foreclosure. Although folks left their of many big-tech companies includhomes, they didn’t leave the state. ing, Oracle, Tesla and Hewlett Packard The Great Recession moved some and relocate out of state. California folks out of the labor force; many disexperienced a migration loss last year of covered new careers and folks who lost 135,000 people. The number of people n See CALHOON, page B4 and companies leaving California is
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double ovens, a built-in microwave and dishwasher. The L-shaped island topped with granite offers space to prep and dine. The kitchen also includes a pantry closet and dining area with built-in cabinetry to showcase fine china. One wing of the home boasts two bedrooms that share a jack-and-jill bathroom and additional bedroom suite. Located on the opposite side of the home is the office with a gorgeous box
ceiling and self contained in-law quarters with a full kitchen, sitting room, bedroom, bath and separate entrance. The remote upstairs master suite boasts a sitting room witha shared fireplace and a private balcony with city lights views. Stress will melt away in the spa-inspired master bathroom with dual sinks and a separate vanity, a jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower. Elegant home features include
arched doorways, crown moulding and designer light fixtures. Attached is a four-car garage. Spend afternoon and evening hours savoring the perfect backyard setting with covered patio and grassy play areas, an outdoor fireplace, pool with waterfall and a covered built-in barbecue. There’s plenty of room around the pool for lounge chairs to soak in the sun and the views.
The front courtyard has a paved path with a bubbling fountain at its center. Lush grass grows on both sides of the path and is bordered by decorative shrubs. The property is well-maintained with mature oaks and open space. Schedule a private viewing of this Gallagher Road home in Pilot Hill with Realtor Pat Seide by calling (916) 712-1617. Take a virtual tour by visiting vimeo.com/454047241.
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EL DORADO HILLS $409,999 $550,000 $552,214 $599,900 $599,995 $649,900 $655,000 $655,446 $656,326 $699,900 $779,000 $779,000 $799,900 $839,999 $849,000 $849,990 $859,000 $899,000 $910,000 $924,900 $939,900 $998,800 $1,050,000 $1,098,000 $1,125,000 $1,190,000
2230 VALLEY VIEW PKWY #921 3510 MESA VERDES DR 3 7236 SAGUNTO PL 2 727 SALVIA CT 4 1178 VILLAGIO DR 3 3545 MILFORD CIR 3 7015 RUSHWOOD DR 2 1066 SENEGAL WAY 3 1059 SENEGAL WAY 3 969 QUEEN ANNE COURT 4 1792 TOBY 4 2101 FRASCATI DR 4 8086 DAMICO DR 5 1500 HIDDEN BRIDGE RD 3 1465 DEL GRANDE CT 4 8969 SUMMERFIELD WAY 5 1211 CORNERSTONE DR 4 1113 ARBOR PL 4 7260 BREAKER POINT 4 5039 BRENTFORD WAY 5 8014 JURA PLACE 4 2314 BECKETT DR 5 1597 LOS ALTOS CT 3 608 CALABRIA CT 5 2111 OUTRIGGER DR 3 2651 MORMON ISLAND DR 4
SF
2 2 (2 0) 2 (2 0) 2 (2 0) 3 (3 0) 2 (2 0) 3 (2 1) 2 (2 0) 3 (2 1) 3 (2 1) 3 (2 1) 3 (3 0) 3 (3 0) 4 (4 0) 4 (3 1) 3 (3 0) 3 (3 0) 4 (3 1) 4 (4 0) 5 (4 1) 5 (4 1) 4 (3 1) 4 (4 0) 4 (4 0) 5 (5 0) 4 (3 1) 4 (3 1)
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$1,200,000 $1,238,308 $1,249,000 $1,275,000 $1,295,000 $1,299,000 $1,299,000 $1,325,000 $1,599,000 $1,650,000 $1,700,000 $1,750,000 $1,775,000 $1,798,000 $1,850,000 $1,874,950 $1,895,000 $1,945,000 $2,098,000 $2,100,000 $2,325,000 $2,350,000 $2,675,000 $4,000,000 $4,900,000 $4,950,000
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1610 ZAPATA DR 4 3 (2 1) 3613 GREENVIEW DR 3 4 (3 1) 741 KNIGHT LN 4 4 (3 1) 736 CRESTA CT 5 7 (6 1) 830 HADDINGTON RD 4 5 (5 0) 1279 PROMONTORY POINT DR 4 4 (4 0) 4013 HAWICK WAY 3 3 (2 1) 5233 RENAISSANCE WAY 5 5 (4 1) 5489 SUR MER DR 5 6 (5 1) 3001 CAPETANIOS DR 6 5 (4 1) 3924 GREENVIEW DRIVE 4 7 (4 3) 5065 GREYSON CREEK DR 4 6 (5 1) 2687 CAPETANIOS DR 4 4 (3 1) 4333 GRESHAM DR 4 6 (5 1) 6003 WESTERN SIERRA WAY 5 5 (5 0) 5200 DA VINCI DR 4 5 (4 1) 5215 BREESE CIR 6 6 (5 1) 2729 CAPETANIOS DR 5 4 (4 0) 5 6 (5 1) 3805 GREENVIEW DR 2931 CAPETANIOS DR 0-4 4 (3 1) 5060 DA VINCI DR 5 7 (6 1) 5351 DA VINCI DR 6 6 (5 1) 4441 GRESHAM DR 4 4 (3 1) 2716 HIGHLAND HILLS DR 6 8 (6 2) 1127 CLEARVIEW DR 5 6 (5 1) 4473 GREENVIEW DR 5 6 (5 1)
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3126 3064 3571 4425 4012 4180 3267 4628 5252 5278 6696 6300 4860 5374 6236 4284 6010 5950 4419 3835 5806 5195 4804 10275 7043 9560
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931 KING GEORGE WAY 4921 CONCORDIA DR 3398 TEA ROSE DR 4013 TEA ROSE CT 7526 DOE SPRING WAY 3059 MADRID DR 4475 BRISBANE CIR 5062 COVERED BRIDGE WAY 1048 GEMWOOD WAY 4001 IRONWOOD DR 4576 DUNNWOOD DR 6012 SOUTHERNESS DR
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3 3 3 4 2 3 3 2 3 5 5 4
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2 (2 0) 2 (2 0) 2 (2 0) 3 (3 0) 2 (2 0) 3 (3 0) 2 (2 0) 2 (2 0) 3 (2 1) 3 (3 0) 3 (3 0) 3 (3 0)
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2521 STRATFORD CIR 1016 VAN CORTLANDT CT 433 LANFORD CT 1426 SUTTER CREEK DR 2178 AIKEN WAY 1017 HOGARTH WAY 1021 TERRACINA DR 3888 CALAIS WAY 675 LAKECREST DR 3364 BORDEAUX DR 4750 GRESHAM DR 5381 DA VINCI DR
4 4 5 4 5 3 5 4 6 5 6 4
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3 (3 0) 4 (3 1) 4 (4 0) 3 (3 0) 5 (4 1) 4 (3 1) 6 (5 1) 3 (3 0) 5 (4 1) 5 (5 0) 8 (7 1) 5 (4 1)
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2492 3332 3458 2802 3878 2837 4897 3350 4293 4265 9811 4049
0.24 0.30 0.38 0.17 0.24 0.17 0.25 0.75 0.49 0.42 0.86 0.55
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their home moved into rentals but most stayed in California. That’s because job opportunities weren’t much better in other states, personal saving accounts had been depleted and if they could sell their home there was little if any equity to start fresh someplace else. They were stuck. Historically, homes
have been a financial backstop. Regardless of adversity, folks could always sell their home generating cash for new beginnings. The financial pain from a job lost, divorce or passing of a spouse was eased by selling the home, taking the cash from the built-up equity and moving on with life. That changed
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when property values collapsed during the recession. Someone had stolen the homeowner’s nest egg. Without equity, financial and psychological mobility was limited. Homeowners who lost their homes didn’t give up on the idea of owning another. They became “boom-a-rang” homebuyers. After re-establishing their credit and saving for a down payment they purchased homes similar in size to what they had lost for much less than their previous mortgage. The economy began a slow recovery as did home values. The
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debt became a priority. Before the Great Recession homeowners traded homes about every seven years — each trade usually to a larger home with a bigger mortgage. Today, the turnover rate is 15 years. Homeowners have been relocating less often while paying down their mortgage. The result: Homeowners today have more equity than at any other time in history.
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COVID-19 has further accelerated home values. The demand for homes has never been higher and financing with mortgage rates less than 3 percent has never been easier. El Dorado County home prices climbed 14 percent this last year to record levels. Historically, when property values increase this fast homeowners who have been considering selling would have their homes listed for sale. That’s not happening yet. The same virus that has been partially responsible for increasing home values has also prevented many from being listed for sale. Inventory is at record lows. Currently there are 265 active residential listings and last month the county recorded 295 sales. We are out of inventory. Despite the extraordinary precautions by agents when listing homes and previewing homes with buyers, most folks simply don’t want to take the risk. Daily COVID-19 briefings of new infections and deaths have mentally locked down many sellers in the best sellers’ market since 2005. That’s about to change. With the approval and distribution of COVID19 vaccines, the end of this pandemic is in sight. As the virus is eradicated life will cautiously return. Folks will once again be free to move about the country. They will and in large numbers. California homeowners have the largest amount of home equity in history. They have been waiting patiently for the opportunity to sell and relocate elsewhere and our political elite leadership continues to provide them reasons. The COVID-19 vaccine will save thousands of lives and provide a window of opportunity for thousands of California homeowners to sell their equity-rich homes and relocate. Sales this next year should be record breaking as Bay Area buyers journey east to the Sacramento region and regional sellers move out of state. The added inventory will keep prices in check, providing another opening for entry-level buyers. Ken Calhoon is a real estate broker. He can be reached for questions and comments at ken@kencalhoon.com.
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Stock/VIN: 6329AU
36 month lease. $4940.61 total due at lease inception which ($3940.61 customer cash/trade equity + rebate) (rebates: SEASON OF AUDI: 1000) includes $0 security deposit; plus tax and license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage in excess of 7500 miles per year at 0.15 cents per mile. Expires 01/04/2021. Example(s) Stock/Vin: 6350AU/ LA005503
36 month lease. $11466.82 total due at lease inception which ($3966.82 customer cash/trade equity + rebate) (rebates: AFS LEASE CASH: 5000, SEASON OF AUDI: 1500, WESTERN LEASE CASH: 1000) includes $0 security deposit; plus tax and license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage in excess of 7500 miles per year at 0.15 cents per mile. Expires 01/04/2021. Example(s) Stock/Vin: 6329AU
2020 AUDI A8 4.0T QUATTRO
2020 AUDI Q5 2.0T QUATTRO TITANIUM
Lease for
$749/mo
plus tax On approval of credit
Lease for
$479/mo
plus tax On approval of credit
Stock/VIN: 6267AU/ LN004272
Stock/VIN: 6487AU/ L2116119
36 month lease. $14274.76 total due at lease inception which ($5274.76 customer cash/trade equity + rebate) (rebates: AFS LEASE CASH: 9000) includes $0 security deposit; plus tax and license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage in excess of 7500 miles per year at 0.15 cents per mile. Expires 01/04/2021. Example(s) Stock/Vin: 6267AU/ LN004272
36 month lease. $6637.22 total due at lease inception which ($3887.22 customer cash/trade equity + rebate) (rebates: $750: AFS LEASE, $1000: SEASON OF AUDI, 1000: WESTERN LEASE CASH) includes $0 security deposit; plus tax and license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage in excess of 7500 miles per year at 0.15 cents per mile. Expires 01/04/2021. Example(s) Stock/Vin: 6487AU/ L2116119
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