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May 2011 • Vol. 3, No. 5

In this Issue Community Poll: Tell us your opinion about adult programming

2010 strong year for Ranch Association, Community Council despite stagnant economic climate

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By Ranch News

Spotlight On: Vacation Security 3 The Ranch Association recommends these tips while you are away

Two distinct yet interconnected entities are responsible for managing community operations and lifestyle activities that make DC Ranch the Southwest’s premiere master-planned community. The respective board members of the Ranch Association and Community Council are pleased to present a summary of highlights from the 2010 annual reports that demonstrate each entity’s service area. To read each annual report in its entirety, please visit RanchNet.

Marketplace 4 Meet L’Hermitage owner, jewelry designer, and mom Myriam Whitney

MSC Spotlight

McDowell Sonoran Field Institute to catalog Preserve’s flora and fauna

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Family & Healthy Lifestyles 8

Ranch Association’s efforts protect and preserve community’s environmental assets

“Workshops” peer leader Brandon Spooner pays it forward

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Around Scottsdale

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Community Connections

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Education & Philanthropy

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Around the Ranch

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In its first year, Musical Instrument Museum welcomes 195,000 guests Cactus League was a home run; SHC offers health lecture series Ranch Association’s Volunteer of the Year is neighborhood’s eyes and ears Valley teen “foodie” Chef Matt is cooking up a career as a TV star Community Rummage Sale and Trolley Tour connect neighbors

Featured Meetings & Events Monday, May 9

Ranch Association Board of Directors Meeting The Homestead Community Center 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 14

Starlight Concert: The Swingtips Market Street Park 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 29

Memorial Day Carnival & Pool Party

The Country Club at DC Ranch 4 p.m.

See Events Pg. 7

The continued downturn in the economy kept the Ranch Association’s focus on protecting community assets and aesthetics and ensuring the financial stability of the Association.

The Ranch Association’s intentions were to provide the best services and performance possible while maintaining a firm grasp on the bottom line. The board, with assistance from the budget and finance committee, approved several measures to help in this goal.

Board President Shawn Seaton, at podium, presents an overview of 2010 Ranch Association highlights at the April 18 Annual Meeting.

In early 2010, the board approved an investment policy, and the subsequent contracting of a new firm and financial advisor, to assist in the investment of community funds. The result was 2010 in Review | Page 14

National dance choreographers to lead interactive convention for children and teens Synergy Dance Convention

By Krista Hinz | Community Council

On Saturday, May 7, and Sunday, May 8, DC Ranch children and teens will have the opportunity to learn dance skills, tips for succeeding in the entertainment

Photo: Courtesy of CaRu Entertainment

Arts & Culture

Children and teens who participate in the Synergy Dance Convention, led by Cassie Russo’s CarRu Crew, learn how to how to incorporate dance into their lives at all skill levels.

Saturday, May 7 & Sunday, May 8 industry, and meet nation10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ally renowned choreograThe Homestead Community Center phers during the two-day Registration is $225 per Synergy Dance Convention child for the weekend. at The Homestead Com To register, contact Taylor munity Center from 10 Tobin at 480.538.3583. a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hosted by CaRu Entertainment, a New York-based dance company founded by Cassie Russo, the convention offers an opportunity for aspiring dancers and beginners to explore and develop their talent.

The tour will launch its western leg in Scottsdale and feature dance lessons from a variety of genres including street funk, contemporary, and Broadway jazz and welcomes dancers of all skill levels.

“I hope to connect children to dance on personal level,” Russo said.

“The goal of this tour is to teach and instill a passion for dancing in children at a young age.”

Photo: Kimberly Crowther Miller

Get Connected

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Get Connected

May 2011

New on RanchNet Survey results now posted In November 2010, the Community Council conducted a survey of residents requesting feedback on the Council’s core services, programs and events. A summary of those results are posted on RanchNet.

Coming soon: RanchNet 5.0

Preparations have begun to migrate RanchNet to a new Web portal platform. Active Net has been contracted as the Web host and the new site will launch in late summer 2011. Residents can expect more userfriendly navigation, online registration and payment process for events and activities, and online reservation system for amenities such as the tennis courts and community centers.

Be our friend on Facebook Facebook friends who “like” the DC Ranch Association and Community Council page by May 27 are eligible to be entered into a drawing for a family four-pack to the Memorial Day Carnival and Pool Party at The Country Club at DC Ranch.

Find us at facebook.com/ dcranchscottsdale.

April poll results: Do you attend Ranch Association board meetings?

The graph at the below reflects poll results. All residents are encouraged to send specific feedback to vanessa.torre@dcranchinc.com.

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No, I don’t feel like I can have an impact on my community

16%

No, I don’t have the time to attend monthly meetings

74%

Yes, I like to be informed about community discussions and decisions

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Ranch News

This Month’s Community Poll Question The DC Ranch Community Council has fielded many requests for adult programming, yet adultoriented opportunities routinely lack attendance.

In order to provide programming the adults in the community desire, the Community Council seeks to understand why most adult programs are not more successful.

What do you think of the Community Council’s adult program offerings?

• I am unaware of the adult programming currently offered.

• I am aware of the adult programs/events, but they don’t appeal to me.

• I would attend adult programs/events, but the ones offered have not fit my schedule.

• I would attend adult programs/events if childcare were offered.

• I would attend adult programs/events but am not comfortable attending alone.

Specific adult programming suggestions are encouraged and can be provided to Recreation Programs Manager Taylor Tobin at taylor.tobin@ dcranchinc.com.

Find Community Poll on RanchNet.

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In essence, the “value” of the membership is ultimately determined by what a Member is willing to sell for and what a buyer is willing to pay. We cordially invite you to participate in this excellent opportunity.

For further information, please contact The Club at 480.342.7246 or info@ccdcranch.com The Country Club at DC Ranch continues to be North Scottdale’s premier club offering an exclusive yet inviting lifestyle, social and sporting opportunity for couples, families and professionals. The Club prides itself on its unprecendented calendar of social, golf and tennis events for all ages. www.ccdcranch.com

Bulletin Board

May 2011

Ranch Association announces 2011 Employee Awards

In the spring, the Ranch Association recognizes outstanding performance of team members over the course of the previous year. The following employees were named Employee of the Year in their respective areas: Landscape Crew — Guillermo Hernandez; Facilities Crew — Magdalena “Bebe” Saldivar; and Administrative/Management — Mike Harjung, Facilities Manager.

Additionally, Trident Security recently held its annual awards night recognizing the following employees staffed at DC Ranch: Mark Wright — Employee of the Year; Thom Miller — Iron Man Award; Analisa Castillano and Will Kittleson — Whatever It Takes and Then Some Award (shared).

David Moyer joins The Country Club at DC Ranch as director of tennis

The Country Club at DC Ranch has welcomed USPTA P-1 pro David Moyer as the club’s new director of tennis.

Moyer is credited with a successful 14-year career at the coveted familyoriented Homestead Country Club in David Moyer Kansas City where he oversaw the club’s 250-member youth tennis program and led the club to win 11 of the city’s past 12 league championships.

During his time at Homestead, Moyer also expanded the club’s program significantly from nine interclub league teams to more than 20.

“I’m so proud to be a new member of The Country Club at DC Ranch team and to have the opportunity to bring my expertise and background to the club’s popular tennis program,” said Moyer. “Tennis at The Country Club at DC Ranch is one of the most active programs in North Scottsdale and has a great reputation, so I am looking forward to really taking our tennis offerings to the next level.”

Community crime log

Five residential burglaries within DC Ranch were reported to the Scottsdale Police Department in March. Two burglaries occurred in the Arcadia neighborhood of Silverleaf village; two in the Park and Manor Homes and one in the Engle Villas neighborhoods of Desert Park village.

The Ranch Association reminds residents to keep all doors and windows locked and garage doors down at all times. All information is courtesy of Scottsdale Police Crime Logs. More information can be obtained at scottsdaleaz.gov.

Spotlight on: Home security during vacation The would-be thief will view the lack of a physical presence at a home as an opportunity to strike undetected and hope that by the time the crime is realized, he is long gone.

“Unfortunately this happens far too often, and DC Ranch is no exception,” said DC Ranch Director of Security Mark Wright.

Sliding doors are a regular target. Wright recommends “The Ranch Association that residents add a cut-to-size broom stick to the wants to help you make bottom rail to prevent the door being forced open. it less attractive for this unwanted guest. The predator analogy is a good place to start. The predator will choose the slowest and weakest member to prey on out of a heard before the hunt begins because it takes less time and effort to catch.”

In the life of criminals, the analogy is similar. Criminals look for the weakest link and want the “hunt” to be as easy as possible. The home that is easily accessible, that they do not have to work too hard to get in, and that provides a quick in and out will be more appealing.

Guidelines for securing your home when on vacation

• Check all locks and padlocks for functionality. Lock spare keys away.

• Outside lights should remain on after dark and switch off shortly after dawn.

• Inside lights should switch on after dark.

• Arrange for newspapers to be removed from the driveway.

• A full post box is a clear sign you are away; ask someone to clear it for you.

• Make use of an alarm system. Do a walk-by test of all sensors and ask your service provider to confirm signals were received.

• To prevent false alarms due to insects triggering them, spray lightly around sensors with an insect spray. Do not spray the sensor.

• Change batteries in alarms before you leave in the case of a wireless system.

• Inform the DC Ranch security team of your absence and of personnel authorized to be in your home.

Community Notices May meeting notices • The Ranch Association Budget and Finance Committee will meet on Monday, May 23, at 3 p.m. at The Ranch Offices on Market Street.

• The Community Council board of directors will meet on Thursday, May 26, at 4:30 p.m. at Desert Camp Community Center.

Staff anniversaries

The following DC Ranch team members recently celebrated an anniversary.

Please join us in thanking them for their service to DC Ranch.

Community Council Gregg Hersom, 1 year, Weekend Guest Services Coordinator Ranch Association Jan Baratta, 10 years, Design Review Manager Ranch Association Roberto Lopez Soto, 4 years, Landscape Team Sergio Soto, 10 years, Landscape Team

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Ranch Association board vote affects modifications policy

Photo: The Ranch Association

Ranch News

At its April 4 meeting, the Ranch Association board of directors approved an addendum to the unapproved modifications violation policy. The action lengthens the time for submittals, approvals or removals of unapproved modifications that predate 2010.

All Meeting minutes are available on RanchNet after they are approved by the Board. Meetings from the March 2011 meeting are now posted.

Memorial Day office hours for DC Ranch facilities

In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 30, The Ranch Offices on Market Street will be closed. Desert Camp Community Center will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. that day. The Homestead will be officially closed, though Playhouse Camp will be held at The Homestead all day. Residents will have key-fob access to the restrooms at The Homestead. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 31.

Going to be gone for a while? Turn off water supply

The Ranch Association recommends shutting down your home’s water supply if you will be away from your home for a prolonged period of time. This will avert flood damage in the event pipes or other plumbing equipment leak or burst.

If landscape irrigation comes from the same line, arrange for a bypass valve to be installed.

Snakes can be removed by security

With warmer weather approaching, snakes are out. Please keep doors closed, especially garage doors. Scan your area when you walk anywhere, take time to look and listen. This will help to keep you out of harm’s way. If you see a snake on your property, call the West Gate at 480.473.7362. The DC Ranch security team has six newly-trained snake wranglers and patrol will gladly remove the reptile.

Contact information

Community Council: 480.513.1500 Community Centers Desert Camp: 480.342.7178 The Homestead: 480.585.1641 Ranch Association: 480.513.1500 Landscape & Maintenance: 480.585.8654 Community Patrol Country Club & Desert Camp Villages: 480.338.8477 Silverleaf & Desert Parks Villages: 480.338.8478 Covenant Commission: 480.563.3284

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Marketplace

May 2011

Ranch News

L’Hermitage: Inspired by wearable art and a mother’s love

By Ruth Rosenquist | BLEND Marketing

Myriam Whitney, co-owner of L’Hermitage Couture Jewelers and L’Hermitage Couture on Market Street, shared the inspiration behind both of her boutiques, named after the renowned Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, because of its affinity for precious, beautiful and valuable masterpieces.

What inspired you to locate your businesses on Market Street?

I lived in Pacific Palisades, Calif., which has a similar, highly-defined sense of community in a live-work-play atmosphere. I felt that same connection when I first experienced DC Ranch, and knew Market Street would be a great place for my business to thrive. We are now celebrating our sixth year here.

Mother’s Day is around the corner. Got a gift idea for Mom? Absolutely! In L’Hermitage Couture Jewelers, we carry silver mother’s pendants that are hand-stamped with initials and can be further personalized with or without birth stones. They are affordable keepsakes that each child in the family can give mom. We also produce our own silk cord necklaces, which are perfect for pendants or brooches. In L’Hermitage Couture, our selection of beautiful scarves, purses, and belts make for price-conscious and fashion-forward gifts.

“The beauty of both stores is having the ability to work alongside my mother and sister,” said Myriam Whitney. “For 50 years, my mother, Yvette Cohen (center), was an embroidery designer for Karen Kane, Guess and BCBG. Her experience in the fashion industry gives us an advantage. My sister Stephanie Naftule (right) is a co-owner, focusing on the business end of things. We have a tight working bond that extends to caring for our children together.”

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Tips for All That Glitters Even old jewelry can look new again with a little TLC. L’Hermitage Couture Jewelers provides free jewelry cleaning and inspection when you present your DC Ranch Loyalty Card. Other convenient on-site services include full service jewelry and watch repair and jewelry appraisals.

L’Hermitage Couture Jewelers and L’Hermitage Couture are located next door to each other on Market Street and open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Call 480.563.2425 for more information.

Photo: Anne Driscoll

What fashions do you recommend for May parties and celebrations?

We take our cues from Italian and French fashion trends. Big, bold colors and statement pieces are currently in vogue. Whether you need a prom dress in a junior size, or a dress in ladies’ sizes for a wedding or graduation party, we carry an irresistible selection in L’Hermitage Couture. Both boutiques will provide a 15 percent discount, excluding reduced items, off your purchase when you shop with your 2011 DC Ranch Loyalty Card.

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Marketplace

May 2011

It’s Your Party

DC Ranch experts share tips for hosting great parties May is full of opportunities to have fun. Cinco de May, Mother’s Day, graduations, and the Memorial Day kick off to summer are days to celebrate.

Set the perfect table

Tony Laub of Regale! offers these suggestions: Silverware: Knives on the right, forks on the left. Use the outside knife and fork for the entrée or first course (soup or salad) and then work in for the following course.

Glassware: Depending on the amount of wine being served, glassware will always be above the knives with the water glass to the extreme left followed by champagne, white wine, red wine and dessert wine.

Plates: It is common to have a “base plate” also known as a “charger” (usually silver or gold). Do not eat from this plate. It is meant as garnish for the dinner plate. You may also have a side plate or butter plate that will be positioned to the left of the forks.

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Director of Catering Robert Duarte suggests these appetizer and dessert offerings from The Herb Box: Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp with blackberry glaze and spicy soy mustard Grilled Steak Stix with cherry tomato and arugula-gorgonzola fondue Grilled Polenta Cakes with tomato-basil, zucchini, and blue cheese salsa Mini Apple Crumble Shooters with sautéed apples, cinnamon, apple brandy and oats Mini Strawberry Meringue Tarts

Photo: The Herb Box

Serve up something tasty

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Toast your occasion with wine “We can place orders for cases of wine Monday through Thursday for pick up Monday through Saturday. We only apply a 15 percent mark up, so we compete with Costco pricing,” said Armitage owner Matt Ronnfeldt. “And if you don’t want to cook for your party, think about having a cheese board, bruschetta, or Anti-pasta party delivered. We can plan your wine party and deliver it to your doorstep. ” Ronnfeldt offers these wine suggestions: Manifesto Sauv Blanc from California is a fun, easy-to-drink casual whites made by up-and-coming wine maker Jamey Whetstone. Priced at $12 a bottle or $144 a case.

Manifesto also makes a full bodied jammy Zinfandel. Price point of low teens.

Elk Cove Pinot Gris out of Willamette Valley starts out with sweet and unctuous aromatics while showing crispness on the palate with citrus and grapefruit. $15 a bottle or $180 a case.

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DC Ranch Safeway Floral Manager Joy Rosenbush has more than 35 years experience in the flower business. Six days a week, Rosenbush designs arrangements and handles incoming shipments of fresh flowers, including roses grown in Ecuador especially for Safeway.

Rosenbush offers these suggestions for decorating with flowers: Safeway can create custom arrangements in your containers. Just bring in your vase or bowl.

Spring bulbs make an excellent choice for including in arrangements you make at home.

European-inspired bouquet, trim off a longer portion of the stem to make a short, full, rounded globe of flowers; wrap base of vase with a wide, patterned ribbon.

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MSC SPOTLIGHT

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Researchers, volunteers to answer question ‘what is in the Preserve?’

by Jace McKeighan | DC Ranch resident and MSC Steward The goal of the city and MSC is to preserve approximately one third of Scottsdale’s total land area in the form of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

However, have you ever wondered “what exactly is in the Preserve?” MSC is preparing to answer that question, in detail.

MSC recently initiated the McDowell Sonoran Field Institute. Over the next three years, MSC’s volunteers, in partnership with ASU’s School of Life Sciences, the Desert Botanical Garden, and the Arizona Game and Fish Department, intend to conduct an assessment of the flora (plant) and fauna (animal) environments within the Preserve. Currently, no catalog exists of the flora or fauna within the Preserve. While we do know that the Preserve is home to 396 plant species and 118 animal species, one local expert biologist estimates that the Preserve hosts more than 1100 plant species in total. That means that some 700 plant species alone still need

to be identified and documented. It is expected that a large number of animal species remain unidentified as well.

Through the Field Institute, team members will collect and identify plant species throughout the Preserve and enter their digital image and geo-coordinates into a database. It is expected that teams will be working for up to 18 days per year for the next three years to complete the assessment. At the same time, in partnership with Arizona Game and Fish, we will conduct a similar survey of the fauna. These baseline assessments will allow the city and MSC to document and measure the impact of our conservation protection and restoration programs. Further, the Institute will monitor the health and scope of the flora and fauna on an on-going basis.

If you would like to take part in this monumental undertaking, please contact MSC at 480.998.7971.

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The McDowell Sonoran Conservancy (MSC) champions the completion and sustainability of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve for the benefit of this and future generations, connecting the community to the Preserve through public and private partnerships, environmental education and stewardship. For more information about MSC activities, events and programs, please call 480.998.7971 or visit McDowellSonoran.org.

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Ranch News

Monthly Planner

May 2011

Events:

The following is a list of events and activities at DC Ranch this month.

Some activities and events may have a fee or admission. Refer to RanchNet for more information and an up-to-date list of activities. Don’t have a RanchNet log on? Go to dcranchnet.com and click the register button.

DC Ranch Social Clubs

Child Activities

Social Bridge Club

Mondays with Mommy

Mondays and Wednesdays 12:30 to 4 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.513.6296

Poker

Tuesdays 1 to 3 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.585.4513

Intermediate & Duplicate Bridge Club

Mondays May 9 & 23 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3583

Morning Storytime

Thursdays 9:30 to 10 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.538.3583

Afternoon Storytime

Tuesdays 1 to 4 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.4699

Wednesdays 4:30 to 5 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3544

Tai Chi

Little Fins Swim Lessons

Wednesdays 9 to 10 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.4699

Mondays and Wednesdays 4 to 6 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.585.7684

Yoga Flow

TGIF Little Wranglers CrackerJax Getaway

Mondays 8 to 9 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 917.701.3182

Zenergy Yoga

Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 to 10 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.628.3012

Adult Activities Aquatic Toning

Mondays 9 to 10 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 602.828.7710

Cooking Class

Monday, May 16 6 to 7:30 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3583

Friday, May 13 6 to 9 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.538.3583

Youth & Teens Synergy Dance Convention

Saturday and Sunday, May 7 & 8 10 a.m. to 5 p.m The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3583

DC Ranch Swim Team (ages 5-13) Mondays and Wednesdays 6 to 7 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.585.7684

TGIF Tween Night CrackerJax Getaway

Friday, May 13 6 to 9 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.538.3583

TGIF Teen Escape

Friday, May 27 5 to 9 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.538.3583

Broadway Stars Camp

May 30 through June 11 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3542

Activities with Pets Puppy Prep School

Mondays Kindergarten — 6 to 7 p.m.

Grade School — 7 to 8 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.766.1781

Rally O! Puppy Prep School

Wednesdays 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.766.1781

VOICES The following theater programs are offered by VOICES Studio. Call 480.905.4102 for more information.

Kids Acting (ages 6-8) Mondays 4 to 4:55 p.m.

Musical Theatre Basics (ages 8-12) Tuesdays 5 to 5:55 p.m.

Preschool Musical Theater (ages 3-5) Thursdays 4 to 4:55 p.m.

Teen Acting

Thursdays 6 to 6:55 p.m.

Kids Musical Theater (ages 5-7) Saturdays 9 to 9:55 a.m.

Kids Acting (ages 5-7) Saturdays 10 to 10:55 a.m.

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Community Meetings Ranch Association Board of Directors Monday, May 9 • 5:30 to 7 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.419.5308

Ranch Association Budget & Finance Committee Monday, May 23 • 3 to 5 p.m.

The Ranch Offices on Market Street 480.419.5308

Community Council Board of Directors Thursday, May 26 • 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.419.5303

Community Events & Activities Trailblazer Walks

Thursdays • 7 to 8 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.538.3583

Trailblazer Breakfasts

Thursdays • 8 to 10 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.342.7178

Moonlight Movie Series presents Breakfast at Tiffany’s Friday, May 6 • 7 to 9 p.m.

21 and older The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3583

Starlight Concert Series presents The Swingtips Saturday, May 14 • 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Market Street Park 480.538.3585

Stay-cations are in!

There’s no place like home. Save money on gas and airfare this Memorial Day weekend with a pair events around the Ranch. The Community Council and the Country Club at DC Ranch offer activities for the whole family to enjoy during the classic kickoff to summer weekend.

Prom-a-Rama featuring Rock Lobster Saturday, May 28 • 7 to 10 p.m.

21 and older Desert Camp Community Center 480.538.3583

Memorial Day Carnival & Pool Party Sunday, May 29 • 4 to 7:30 p.m.

The Country Club at DC Ranch 480.342.7200

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Family & Healthy Lifestyles

May 2011

Competition results in a total of 204 pounds lost

DC Ranch Summer Camps

From sports to theatre, and one-day activities to week-long programs, a variety of camps are guaranteed to keep your child busy all summer long.

By Debra Plunkett | Pulse Fitness

Desert Kids Camp Ages 5-13 Desert Camp Community Center Monday-Friday | June 6-Aug. 5 (no camp the week of July 4–8) Half Day: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Full Day: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. $130 Half Day/$195 Full Day Simply Sports at 480.585.7684 or info@simplysports.org

After 12 weeks of hard work, a lot of sweat, maybe some blood and definitely a few tears, the DC Ranch-Pulse Fitness Biggest Loser Competition has come to a close. The winning team is Team Maroon, the Hampton Family, but all the teams experienced success.

The official standings are:

Junior Summer Camp

“The competition was such a positive experience from not only the euphoria of shedding weight, losing inches, and decreasing body fat, but also learning how to eat healthier, building strength endurance and forming new relationships with our fellow competitors,” said Anne Hampton, being held by brother-in-law Steve Hampton, left, and husband Brian Hampton, right.

Pulse Fitness is located at DC Ranch Crossing on the southeast corner of Pima Road and Legacy Blvd. For more information and details about services, please visit pulsefitnessaz.com or “like” Pulse Fitness on Facebook at facebook.com/pulsefitnessaz.

Make mom’s day special Celebrate Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8, with these treats.

Brunch Heirloom on Market Street 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy Chef Michael’s classics like blueberry brioche French toast, chicken-fried steak, saffron risotto, and fusilli spacatti with grilled calamari. Dinner also served from 5 to 8 p.m.

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Spa Treatments Give Mom the Spaaah VIP Treatment. Arizona Spa Girls is hosting the 2011 smartwater presents Summer Spaaah Series – tickets are on-sale now. Each event features a three-hour spa party with cocktails and spa samplings, plus a luxe tote bag full of goodies. Your mom will also get a certificate for a full luxury spa treatment that can be used for 30 days after the event. The spa series is May through August. Visit summerspaseries.com for price and details.

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F irst Place – Team Maroon, the Hampton family Total Pounds Lost: 96 Total Body Fat Lost: 27 percent Total Inches Lost: 32 Second Place – Team Black, DC Ranch staff Total Pounds Lost: 72 Total Body Fat Lost: 27 percent Total Inches Lost: 60 Third Place – Team Slate, “New Friends” Total Pounds Lost: 36 Total Body Fat Lost: 16 percent Total Inches Lost: 35 inches

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Ages 4 1/2 to 12 The Country Club at DC Ranch Monday-Friday June 6-24 & July 11-29 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $225 for members; $275 for sponsored guests Cheri Favias at cfarias@ ccdcranch.com or 480.342.7201

Youth Day Camps Ages 3-12 Silverleaf Club Mondays | June 13 & 20 Wednesdays | June 15 & 22; Aug. 3 Thursday | Aug. 4 Fridays | June 17 & 24 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Call for pricing Silverleaf Concierge at 480.515.3200

Village Summer Camp Ages 5-12 The Village Health Club & Spa Monday-Friday | May 31-Aug. 5 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Call for pricing Sabrena Oviatt at soviatt@ dmbclubs.com or 480.502.8844

Kindermusik Summer Camp Desert Camp Community Center Fridays | June 3 – June 24 The Village (Birth - 18 months): 9 to 9:45 a.m.

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Broadway Stars Camp Ages 8-18 The Homestead Community Center Monday-Saturday | May 30-June 11 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday Performance | 6 to 8 p.m. $300 Chanel Branham at 480.538.3542 or Chanel.Branham@dcranchinc.com

Broadway Stars Camp — Take Two Ages 8-18 The Homestead Community Center Monday-Saturday | July 18-23 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday Performance | 6 to 8 p.m.

Chanel Branham at 480.538.3542 or Chanel.Branham@dcranchinc.com

DC Ranch/Grayhawk Swim Team Ages 5 to 12 Desert Camp Community Center Mondays & Wednesdays (Swim Meets are every other Saturday at 8 a.m.)

May 2-Aug. 24 Swim Team I: 6 to 6:45 p.m.

Swim Team II: 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. $95 per 4-week session Kicks Kids at 480.585.7684

Little Fins Swim Lessons Ages 12 months and older Desert Camp Community Center Mondays and Wednesdays May 2-Aug. 24 Morning Classes (June & July only) Toddler Fins: 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Mini Fins: 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Little Fins: 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Afternoon Classes Toddler Fins: 4 to 4:30 p.m.

Mini Fins: 4:30 to 5 p.m.

Little Fins: 5 to 5:30 p.m.

Junior Fins: 5:30 to 6 p.m. $119 per 4-week session Kicks Kids at 480.585.7684

Abrakadoodle Summer Camp The Homestead Community Center Monday–Friday | May 30–June 4 Session 1: Summer Surfing Camp (ages 3-12) | 9 a.m. to Noon Session 2: Abrakadabra! (ages 3-12) | 1 to 4 p.m. $225 Julia Shen at JShen@abrakadoodle.com or register online at abrakadoodle.com/az01

Workshops for Youth & Families Summer Workshops The Homestead Community Center Sunday-Friday Great Transitions Session I: Ages 9-12 | June 12-17 Essentials: Ages 13-15 | June 26-July 1 Great Transitions Session II: Ages 9-12 | July 10-15 Finishing Touches: Ages 15-19 | July 24-29 Call for pricing and summer specials Workshopsaz.org or 480.567.0298

Summer Parenting Workshops presented by Workshops for Youth & Families and Niraja T. Patel, D.O. Strong Parents=Strong Families The Village Health Club &Spa Thursday, June 16 | 3 to 5 p.m.

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May 2011

Peer mentors inspire Workshop participants to pay it forward Workshops for Youth and Families summer programs are unique for a number of reasons, but it’s the peermentorship component that makes participants describe their experiences in the week-long sessions as “life-changing.” Often it’s their “peer leader” they credit for guiding them to the “ah-ha” moment of personal growth. For some participants, that connection with their peer leader is so powerful they vow to become mentors, too, so they can have the opportunity to make a difference in a fellow teen’s life.

Horizon High School sophomore Brandon Spooner is a second-year Workshop peer leader. He relishes the opportunity to be an integral part of the process that had such a positive influence on him.

“It’s rewarding to know I’ve had an impact on someone’s life, the way my peer leader impacted mine,” said Spooner. “Seeing the positive outcomes in the lives of the kids I’ve worked with, both younger and older than me, at the end of a Workshop week is so inspiring.”

Once accepted through an application and interview process, peer leaders attend a three-day intensive training led

by Workshops for Youth and Families founder Dr. Franny Mills-Yerger.

“Dr. Franny teaches us about adolescent development and how to facilitate workshop activities. We’re also trained to create not only physically safe environments, but ones that are ‘socially’ safe, too,” said Spooner. “When a participant walks into a workshop, it’s important that he or she is instantly greeted by friendly peer leaders who help them to feel accepted.”

Being a peer leader is not a commitment one makes lightly. These future

Workshop peer leaders Brandon Spooner, Kennedy Ford-Castellanos and Kelsey Brockmeyer (back row left to right) pose with their “family” at a 2010 summer session.

leaders-in-the-making dedicate three to four years during their teenage years to mentoring youth participants of Workshops. This easily equates to 400 volunteer hours per year. The success of Workshops is dependent on the pool of 75 teens who helps deliver the summer programs.

While the time and energy commitment is great, the rewards of being a peer leader are even greater.

“As a peer leader, I’ve gained confidence and have learned to be myself,” said Spooner. “The one-on-one talks with other kids my age have helped me feel more comfortable talking about different issues and I’ve learned how to cope with my own difficult situations.”

Workshops for Youth and Families offer four week-long summer programs at The Homestead Community Center.

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ARTS AND CULTURE

May 2011

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At one year, Musical Instrument Museum proves to be a hit

By Alan Di Perna | Musical Instrument Museum

Serving DC Ranch Since 2002

The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) recently celebrated its first anniversary in April. In one year, MIM welcomed more than 195,000 visitors.

As a world-class cultural addition to the Valley, MIM displays more than 5,000 musical instruments at a time.

The 192,000-square-foot building has two floors of spacious, light-filled galleries, including an Experience Gallery where visitors get to bang on a gong, hit drums, strum guitars, wave hands at a theramin and strike the gamelan.

MIM creates an exciting musical experience for visitors, immersing them in traditions from around the world. The museum’s galleries feature advanced wireless technology and high-resolution video screens, enabling museum guests to see instruments, hear their sounds and observe them being played in their original settings. Select exhibits offer an insider’s view of how instruments work, and the workshops display detail in each instrument’s building process.

The 299-seat Music Theater offers state-of-the-art acoustics, and hosts performances, films and seminars about musical traditions from around the world. Scheduled to perform through June 2011 are the fearless Kronos Quartet; Grand Masters of the djembe

drum Mamady Keïta and Famoudou Konaté; “sizzling guitar goddess” Sheryl Bailey; the driving fiddles, riveting dancing, and youthful exuberance of Celtic Spring; and Kuniko Yamamoto: magical mask, mime, and music of Japan.

The museum store offers an array of artisan jewelry, toys, CDs, DVDs and the best selection of books on music in the Metro Phoenix area. Musical instruments, both exotic and familiar, from all around the globe are available for purchase at a variety of prices. And the award-winning MIM café serves mouth watering international and locally sourced flavors in a comfortable and memorable setting. Both the store and café are accessible without paying admission. Plan on spending the whole day at this magical place.

Admission to the museum is $15 for adults; $13 for seniors; and $10 for children (children under age 6 free). Theater tickets are sold separately. Call 480.478.6000. The MIM is located in north Phoenix, off Tatum Boulevard, south of the 101 freeway, at 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, and is open every day.

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MIM’s complete collection of instruments are culled from nearly every country in the world and include the Steinway piano on which John Lennon wrote “Imagine” (pictured above). The collection also includes guitars played by Eric Clapton, George Benson, Paul Simon and Carlos Santana.

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Ranch News

May 2011

New venue helps Cactus League set attendance mark

A new stadium, two World Series teams and good weather helped boost Cactus League attendance to a record 1.59 million fans for the 2011 spring training season.

Attendance was up 9 percent from last year’s 1.47 million and 1 percent higher than the previous record of 1.58 million in 2009. The Arizona Diamondbacks set a team spring attendance record of 189,737 in 17 home games at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. The Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies, the other Talking Stick tenant, accounted for about 22 percent of Cactus League attendance.

The Giants drew 160,574 fans to Scottsdale Stadium -- third highest in the league and up 3 percent from last year. The overall was higher despite a drop in per-game attendance because the Giants played more home games this year. Spring baseball contributes about $360 million to the Arizona economy, according to the Cactus League Association. There was a near-even split of local fans and out-of-town visitors.

Members of The Country Club at DC Ranch raise $45,000 for Susan G. Komen

Fundraising in a down economy is difficult, but members of The Country Club at DC Ranch successfully raised $45,000, for Susan G. Komen on Sunday, March 13.

About 100 participants were decked out in pink. The day included golf, dinner and a silent auction. The Club elected to have these dollars remain in the Phoenix community to benefit women who cannot afford mammograms or breast cancer treatment.

This was the tenth year that The Country Club at DC Ranch has participated in Rally for the Cure. The event was Co-chaired by Maxine Urheim and Janice Werz.

National publications feature Scottsdale

Good Life Connoisseur, a Vancouver-based magazine that serves the top 1 percent of income earners across Canada, recently featured a 12-page cover story on spa, dining and golf in Scottsdale. The article begins with “Generally, when it comes to travel, we claim to ‘not do repeats’ . . . Somehow, Scottsdale is the exception.” In addition, GolfWeek, which is read by 164,000 avid golfers, recently ran an article about Scottsdale’s “priceless golf.”

The Giving Garden produces edibles along with community goodwill

It’s right there on Scottsdale’s Civic Center Mall - a lush planter teeming with leafy lettuce, succulent squash and other organic veggies. What started as a project for the Scottsdale Culinary Festival, held in April, has evolved into “The Giving Garden.”

Employees of nearby Singh Farms harvest the planter at least four times a year and donate fresh produce to several Scottsdale non-profit agencies. Partners in the garden include the city, the Scottsdale League for the Arts and the Culinary Festival.

Sing-Along with Sound of Music May 7

Sing-Along Sound of Music is a screening of the classic Julie Andrews film in glorious Technicolor, complete with subtitles so that the audience can sing along.

Late Nite Catechism’s Sister Patti Hannon emcees the show. A ‘Magic Moments Pack’ contains various props to be used at strategic points throughout the film. Everyone dressed in costume is invited onstage for a contest to show off their tailoring skills and win prizes. Costumes are not required but are highly recommended. The event is Saturday, May 7, at 7 p.m. outdoors at the Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater.

Tickets are $12 and up; $6 for children ages 3 to 12. Call 480.994.2787.

Preservation Hall Jazz Band performs May 13

Since opening its doors to the public in 1961, Preservation Hall has become a national treasure showcasing the best of classic New Orleans jazz. A half century later, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band is known worldwide for its swinging, highoctane Dixieland performances. The event is Friday, May 13, at 7:30 p.m. outdoors at the Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater. Tickets are $28 and up. Call 480.994.2787.

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May 2011

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Volunteer of the Year exudes calm, puts can-do spirit to work for neighbors

Photo: Anne Driscoll

By Anne Driscoll | Community Council

“What I really love about DC Ranch is the beauty here. Every time we come home, my wife and I are taken aback by the natural beauty,” said Curley.

Ranch Living Village: Desert Camp Family: Wife of 54 years, Betty; three children, eight grandchildren Hometown: Lake Forest, Illinois Resident since: 2001

Amid a notable collection of art, Market Street Villas resident Bob Curley, 79, relaxes among several books and a number of newspapers.

“I like to be informed,” said Curley with a quiet smile.

Residents will appreciate that Curley, a Neighborhood Voting Member, likes to be informed. When Curley noticed a dramatic increase in the Villas’ 2011 budget attributable to a 26 percent increase in the cost of insurance, he formed an ad hoc committee of neighbors. It was discovered that the insurance premium was being billed as if the Villas’ attached homes were condominiums. A reclassification resulted in a reduction in insurance costs, and thus assessments, for all Villas homeowners.

That commitment to representing the best interests of his neighbors over the past several years earned Curley the Volunteer of the Year Award at the Ranch Association Annual Meeting on April 18.

“Bob serves the greater good out of love for his community,” said DC Ranch Community Manager Vanessa Torre.

“He has been an NVM for five years. He knows the ropes, and his unfaltering dedication to neighbors is admirable.”

Curley—a recent cancer survivor— confesses that his service to neighbors comes easy.

“I see it as my duty to help highlight areas where there are opportunities for reduction in spending without loss of aesthetics or service,” said Curley. “I look, I visualize, and I stay cool.”

That zen-like quality is evident in

Curley’s home garden, where fountains, vines and pottery make for a tranquil respite.

Curley is modest about his award.

“I am grateful to have my activities acknowledged. And surprised. My accomplishments as an NVM have not been difficult, really. Any government works best from the bottom up. You have to have a good attitude. Everyone wants to pull together and be productive. You just have to find a way to enable that.”

More with Bob Curley What are some of the other ways you have served your community?

I served as an officer in the Army assigned to the National Security Agency, Washington D.C during the Korean War. I was on the Plan Commission and the Zoning Board in Lake Forest and served as an officer of the association of a former residence.

Who is a leader you admire?

President Ronald Reagan.

What does community mean to you?

A neighborhood of people, such as the Villas, sharing similar backgrounds, interests and lifestyles and willing to befriend each other, and, when appropriate, to assist and interact with each other for the common good.

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Education & Philanthropy

May 2011

Resident teen chef to attend top American culinary school

Volunteer opportunity: STARS – Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation Services

By Krista Hinz | Community Council

Do you have hidden talents and hobbies you want to share?

DC Ranch residents and chefs Erik Ruminski, left, and Matt Grunwald, right, discuss what it takes to succeed in the competitive food industry.

regularly on Channel 12 shows Valley Dish and Arizona Midday, contributes to North Valley Magazine’s flavor column, and teaches cooking classes at The Homestead Community Center.

Grunwald hopes to gain notoriety similar to his idols Paula Dean and Bobby Flay. Despite the lessons and challenges that lay ahead in the classroom and the kitchen, Grunwald is eager to get started.

“Waking up everyday to cook and learn about food won’t even feel like school to me,” he said. “This is the first step to my dream and I am so ready.”

Photo: Krista Hinz

While many of his classmates are preparing to attend colleges and universities across the country, Chaparral High School student and Desert Parks Village resident Matt Grunwald will head to Hyde Park, New York, where he will attend the Culinary Institute of America (CIA).

The CIA is one of the top culinary schools in the nation where Grunwald will take rigorous courses testing his knowledge in food math, culinary writing, French terminology, and product knowledge. He will learn to prepare cuisine form around the world, and in his junior year, he is required to complete an internship.

“I know it’s going to be competitive, but I am going to give this one hundred and ten percent,” he said.

Fellow DC Ranch resident and chef Erik Ruminski has been an executive chef for twelve years and was featured on the Food Network’s 24-Hour Restaurant.

He agrees that the food industry is not easy, and encourages Grunwald to enjoy the experience.

“It’s not a job that anyone can do,” Ruminski said.

“To succeed in the culinary world, cooking and food has to be a passion, not a hobby.”

Grunwald’s passion for cooking is evident in his culinary accomplishments throughout high school.

The 18-year-old is a culinary intern at Blue Sage, a restaurant in the Desert Ridge Marriott, appears

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2010 in Re vi e w C o nti nue d f r om Pa g e 1 May 2011 • Vol. 3, No. 5

Ranch Association’s partnership with new firms provides better financial guidance an increase in interest earned for the reserve fund from 0.25 percent to a current 2 percent.

Additionally, the Board engaged a new firm to perform the annual audit. The new firm provides greater experience and knowledge in reviewing financials and provides operational recommendations.

The reserve study was updated in 2010 to include a full review of all community physical assets and the plan to replace them as necessary.

Other 2010 Ranch Association highlights

Design review — The Covenant Commission delegated the review of modifications and landscape for homes not within Silverleaf village to the Ranch Association. With these design review obligations came responsibilities of enforcement, as well.

Wireless communications facilities — Over two years worth of work with the city of Scottsdale and NewPath Networks came to a close in the summer of 2010 as the community saw the installation of 20 stealth cell sites throughout the community. The Association worked to see that the sites were properly planned and placed with little impact on the community. The leases for the cell sites on Ranch Association property will generate over $40,000 in revenue each year.

Maintenance of common areas — Streets were improved throughout the community through seal coating and landscape projects that resulted in greater visibility and aesthetics of the common areas.

Ranch News is a non-for-profit newspaper published monthly by the DC Ranch Community Council to share timely and relevant information with residents.

The publication seeks to build community by connecting neighbors through stories and pictures and to offer a product valuable to advertisers.

Ranch News celebrates and perpetuates the values of the DC Ranch community.

Communications Director Kimberly Crowther Miller Public Relations Manager Anne Driscoll Communications Coordinator Krista Hinz Phone: 480.585.1641 E-mail: communications.team@dcranch.com Web site: www.dcranchnet.com Advertising: info@inmediacompany.com

Community Council carefully manages expenses while providing neighbors opportunities to connect

increase in the annual contribution to reserves for 2011. The Council board of directors reports the Reserve Fund is fully funded in accordance with the reserve study schedule.

Other 2010 Community Council highlights

Banner year for programs and events — The fall Starlight Concert Series was expanded to include spring concerts.

A half marathon was added to the Run for Ryan House 10K and Family Fun Run line up. The Homestead Playhouse presented two productions to sold-out audiences. A high-energy Criterium race complemented the 7th annual Tour de Scottsdale citizen’s ride the first weekend of October at the newly-named Scottsdale Cycling Festival.

And neighbors caught a glimpse of a reallife Headless Horseman at Spooky Carnival, the Community Council’s Halloween event.

Community Garden — Planning for the DC Ranch Community Garden at Copper Ridge gained momentum in 2010. A committee of residents, educators from Copper Ridge and DC Ranch staff designed the

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Signature events such as Spooky Carnival are DC Ranch traditions where families and neighbors make memories that last a lifetime. In 2010, more than 10,000 attendees participated in Community Council programs and events.

layout of the garden and a rendering was submitted to the city of Scottsdale, which has since been approved. The Community Garden groundbreaking is anticipated within the next few months.

Desert Camp makeover — DC Ranch’s original community center, now more than a decade old, received an interior paint job, refreshed décor and updated furnishings.

DC Ranch brand milestone — The anniversary of the iconic DC Ranch cattle brand, which was registered on June 1, 1885 by a man named Dr. William Dorr Crosby, was recognized with a mayoral proclamation and declaration of “DC Ranch Day” on June 1, 2010.

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During a time when most non-profits were struggling, the DC Ranch Community Council ended 2010 on solid financial ground thanks to a stir of activity in the DC Ranch real estate market. Not only did this activity absorb excess home inventory, it also generated much-needed funds for Community Council operations via our community benefits fee, also commonly known as a transfer fee. The Council ended the year approximately 10 percent ahead of budgeted revenue.

Nonetheless, economic conditions of the past two years have dictated that expenses for events, programming and activities be reduced. In 2010, the Community Council experienced a reduction of nearly $200,000 from its operating budget.

Despite budget cuts, 2010 saw an all-time high in participation at events and ongoing demand for additional activities. Combined attendance at the Council’s events and in recreational programming totaled more than 10,000.

Along with the Ranch Association, the Community Council also conducted a new reserve study in 2010, which dictated an

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1. The Rockies beat the Rangers 10-3 on March 25 at Salt River Fields when DC Ranch teens had a night out, and almost caught a home run. From left to right: Tanner Mindak, Eric LeVally, Ryan Egan, Ryan Bright, Jeffrey Kindorf, Charlie Belluomini, Chad Cramer, Jon LeVally, Jonah Adelman and Kevin Gladnick. Photo Taylor Tobin.

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2. At the March 24 board meeting, Jerry Ford (left), who was elected as Community Council board president in January, thanks Gerry Hrenchir (right) for his leadership and dedication serving as board president since 2009.

Photo Kimberly Crowther Miller.

3. Community Council Board Treasurer Rich Puricelli and wife Maureen, both at left, joined several residents new to DC Ranch on March 26, when they were treated to a guided community tour by bus. The tour began with a menu sampler

by Chef Michael De Maria of Heirloom, was followed by wine and cheese at the DC Ranch Country Club, and ended with a Champagne toast and stunning sunset in Silverleaf’s Upper Canyon. Photo Krista Hinz.

4. About 25 DC Ranch residents, including John Frabotta, hosted a table of gently-used items at the first Community Rummage Sale on April 10.

Photo Anne Driscoll.

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