The March 2025 Edition of The Breeze Magazine by Sun City Aliante

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2025 ELECTION

COMING ATTRACTIONS

ALIANTE ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW & THE ALIANTE MASTER SPRING YARD SALE Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

The Aliante Arts & Crafts Show is a fantastic opportunity to explore and purchase unique, handcrafted items.

The Aliante Master Spring Yard Sale is a great chance to ﬁnd some hidden treasures and bargains. It's a community-wide event. Both events promise to be fun and engaging, oﬀering something for everyone.

ENTERTAINMENT

Sun City Aliante oﬀers a variety of entertainment options, including concerts, events, and recreational activities. See pages 28-30 for more information.

St. Patrick’s Day!

Ed Ernest, Treasurer Sun City Aliante Board of Directors.

A generation story about families sharing love, loss, laughter, and life. The ﬁlm stars Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, and Paul Bettany.

Directed by Clint Eastwood. While serving as a juror in a murder trial, a man struggles with a serious moral dilemma. The ﬁlm stars Kiefer Sutherland, Nicholas Hoult and Tony Collette.

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Board of Directors

Ed Sloman, President

Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Vice President Ed Ernest – Treasurer

Mark Towers, Secretar y Mark Benz, Director

Kathy Martin, Director Mark Smith, Director

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MESSAGE FROM YOUR PRESIDENT ED SLOMAN 2025 BOARD ELECTION PROCESS – YOUR VOTE COUNTS!!

Hello Neighbors:

I am excited to announce we have started the election process for your 2025 Board of Directors. We have published the candidate statements and bios in t h i s m

www.suncityaliante.org. (A link is available on the homepage of the website in the “News Flash” section.) In addition, Candidate bios and photos are on display in the Grand View Room of the Community Center.

Now it's up to you… we encourage you to get engaged and involved. Read the Candidate Statements, reach out to your neighbors and encourage them to vote, and most importantly, attend the Candidate Forum March 8 at 10 a.m. in the Vista Room. During the Forum, each Candidate will have an opportunity to present their views, and they will be asked to answer speciﬁc questions to clarify their position on issues.

. HOA elections are a cornerstone of good governance and community engagement. A fair and transparent election process not only empowers homeowners to select leaders who represent their interests but also strengthens trust within the community.

Ensuring a Fair and Transparent Election

For elections to run smoothly, it's crucial to ensure that the process is fair, transparent, and free from conﬂicts of interest. To achieve this, we have an Election Committee, led by David Hollander, which oversees all aspects of the election, including but not limited to publishing all pertinent information related to the Election, organizing the Candidate Forum, counting the Election ballots, verifying eligibility, and handling any disputes.

Filling Our Your Ballot - Dos and Don'ts

I want to emphasize the importance of following the Ballot Instructions. Last year, I won the Election by three votes. However, 50 ballots were disqualiﬁed and not counted. If you want your vote to count, please ensure you read the instructions and follow them before submitting your ballot.

• Each household receives only ONE BALLOT.

• We have three open positions on the Board. Although 9 Candidates are running, you must MARK ONLY THREE BOXES – or your ballot will be invalid.

• You must insert your completed ballot into the “Secret Envelope” ﬁrst and then seal it.

• Next, insert your Sealed Secret Ballot envelope into the pre-addressed return envelope and seal it. (The reason we use two envelopes: the Secret Ballot holds your ballot which goes to the Election Committee to tally; the Return Envelope contains your address, and membership number which is used to identify who sent the Ballot).

• If your return envelope is not addressed, then add your return address to the upper left hand corner of the envelope ~ ADD YOUR MEMBERSHIP NUMBER

• Ballot Submission – you may bring your pre-addressed, sealed return envelope to the Community Center and drop your ballot in the secured BALLOT BOX. Or you can mail your return envelope ~ be sure to add ﬁrst-class postage.

• All Ballots must be received in the Association oﬃce by Wednesday, May 14, at 8 a.m.

The Election Committee will open and count all the ballots on Wednesday, May 14. The results of the 2025 Board Election will be announced at the end of the regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting starting at 12:30 p.m. that same day The process is open for homeowners to observe.

In closing, I want to encourage you to vote for the three candidates you believe best represent your interests. By encouraging participation, promoting transparency, and ensuring that every voice is heard, we can build a Board that is truly committed to serving the community's best interests.

Wishing you a delightful spring and Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Ed Sloman President, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

BOD NOTICE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

This Notice is distributed according to NRS116.31083. At the beginning of every Board Meeting, there is a member comment period for comments relating to agenda items only At the end of every Board meeting, there is a member comment period for comments on any subject. During this period, the Board will hear member comments. The Board of Directors will not take action on comments or requests made during the comment periods. Agendas for the Board meeting are available one week prior to the meeting at the Front Desk and on the Association's website (www.suncityaliante.org). Copies of the minutes from a Board of Directors meeting are available from the Association Office after approval by the Board of Directors. Audio copies of a Board of Directors meeting are available from the Association Office after the minutes have been approved by the Board of Directors. The Association Office is located at 7394 Aliante Parkway, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89084. Office Hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday The telephone number for obtaining an agenda is 702-638-5000. (Please note: This schedule is subject to change)

BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETING NOTICE

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 10 a.m.

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

*Annual Homeowner's Meeting – 8 a.m.; Recess to Count Ballots; Reconvene at 12:15 p.m.

*Board of Directors Meeting – Immediately following Annual Meeting BOD EXECUTIVE SESSION NOTICE

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

The members of the 2024-2025 Sun City Aliante Board of Directors pictured (l-r) are Mark Benz, Director; Kathy Martin, Director; Mark Towers, Secretary; El Sloman, President; Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Vice President; Ed Ernest, Treasurer; Mark Smith, Director

The Breeze is a monthly publication of Sun City Aliante Community Association, Inc. (SCAL), designed to provide information and news to the members of Sun City Aliante. Advertising does not inﬂuence editorial decisions or content. We reserve the right to refuse advertising for any reason or cause. Information, services, products and materials contained in The Breeze magazine are provided on an "as is" basis with no warranty SCAL disclaims all representations and warranties, express or implied, with respect to such information, services, products and materials including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, ﬁtness for a particular purpose, title, noninfringement, and implied warranties arising from course of dealing or course of performance. In no event shall SCAL be liable for any damages whatsoever whether in an action, arising out of or in connection with the use, inability to use, or performance of the information, services, products and materials available from this publication.

News and Notes from a Board of Directors member:

In January of 2017, my wife and I were looking for a residence in Las Vegas. After much searching, her son r e c o m m e n

community which lead us to Sun City Aliante. After

permanently With Sun City Aliante oﬀering over 40 clubs and interest groups, we were sure to ﬁnd activities of interest, and we did.

What else can I say? Just check The Breeze and Events Wall for upcoming activities including monthly movies, social dances, community events, entertainment and sporting events Hockey season is here and as a community we support the Golden Knights and the Henderson Silver Knights. Coming soon are the Aces and Aviator tickets. When in season, we a

entertainment on The Strip and beyond.

Do you want to volunteer for a service group? We have Seniors With Warm Hearts, Seniors Helping Seniors, Community Patrol, Veterans and Veterans Auxiliary to name a few. Interested in serving on one of the community committees? At the time of writing, there are four openings. Applications are available at the Front Desk.

Also, don't forget our ﬁtness classes, including Zumba, water aerobics, strength and balance and yoga. The ﬁtness gym has a nice selection of workout equipment. There are outdoor activities including, basketball, tennis, pickleball, horseshoes and bocce ball.

Are you artsy? There are several craft oﬀerings from ceramics to sewing to glass crafting and others to enjoy in our three craft rooms. One room many people don't know we have is the library/computer room. Books are free to check out. Computer log-ins are available from the Front Desk.

The Breeze also has a variety of vendor advertisements. Please check them out if you have needs ranging from wills, trusts, insurance, home repairs and much more.

We have found this to be a friendly community Sun City Aliante is a place to make friends and be active. All you have to do is take the ﬁrst step by reviewing the Charter Clubs listed in The Breeze and contact the person listed.

Respectfully submitted,

Edward (Ed) Ernest Treasurer, Sun City Aliante Board of Directors

CAI Nominates Sun City Aliante for 2024 Awards

We are proud to announce that Sun City Aliante has once again been nominated by Community Associations Institute (CAI) for the 2024 Southern Nevada Outstanding Large Association of the Year This is the seventh consecutive y e a r o u r c o m m u n i t y h a s b e e n considered for this prestigious award (the equivalent of the “CAI Oscar”).

Sun City Aliante was nominated and won the award for 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2023. In 2020, we were nominated for this award. The winner will be announced on February 28 after The March Breeze has gone to press. We will notify you in the April issue of The Breeze.

Ed Ernest

GENERAL MANAGER

2025 BOARD ELECTION NEWS AND MORE

Dear Residents,

This year we have three open positions on the Board of Directors to be ﬁlled by the election process. The following three Board members have completed their terms: Mark Towers, Secretary; Ed Ernest, Treasurer; and Mark Smith, Director.

As of the 5 p.m. deadline on Monday, February 3, 2025, we had nine qualiﬁed Board Candidates submit their Candidate Interest Forms and Disclosure Statements for the three open positions for the 2025 Board Election.

The 2025 Candidates are listed below in alphabetical order:

* Joe Caggiano

* Margaret (Peggy) Detaranto

* Edward E. Ernest

* R. Wayne Headrick

* Felton Hyche

* Dan Lies

* Orlando Romero

* Mark A. Smith

* Mark S. Towers

As there were more qualiﬁed entrants than open Board positions, there will be a formal election this year Candidate bios and photos are printed in this issue of The Breeze, available near the Front Desk in the Community Center, and have been published in the eBlast.

You can also visit the Sun City Aliante website at www.suncityaliante.org and go to "News Flash" and click on the Board of Directors 2025 Candidate page for details.

Dates to Remember:

A Candidate's Forum is planned for March 8 at 10 a.m. At that time, the candidates will be allowed to address the residents and answer pertinent questions from the moderator as well as those submitted by residents in advance. Refreshments will be served after the event. Councilman Richard Cherchio has agreed to serve as the moderator for the Candidate's Forum.

Oﬃcial Ballots will be mailed to homeowners in good standing in early April. Once you receive your ballot in the mail, please follow the directions precisely if you want your vote to count. (Ballots received that are not in compliance with stated directions will be disqualiﬁed.) Completed ballots may be returned via USPS mail or placed in the ballot box in the Community Center before the deadline, Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 8 a.m.

The Annual Meeting of all members of the Sun City Aliante Community Association will be convened at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in the Vista Room of the Community Center, located at 7394 Aliante Pkwy., North Las Vegas 89084. The meeting will then recess to count the ballots.

The Annual Meeting will reconvene at 12:15 p.m. Immediately following the conclusion of the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors meeting will begin. The Election results will be announced at the conclusion of the Board of Directors meeting.

I encourage you to attend the Forum, evaluate the candidates, and vote for those you feel are best qualiﬁed.

I would like to express my appreciation to the Chair of the Election Committee, David Hollander, and his committee members for doing a fantastic job this year, ensuring the Board Election and all the details involved are done so eﬃciently We appreciate your contributions.

We are excited to announce once again Sun City Aliante has been nominated by the Community Association Institute (CAI) as the Southern Nevada Large Association of the Year for 2024. This is the seventh consecutive year that we have been nominated. We won the award in 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2023. In 2020, we were nominated for this award.

The awards will be announced and presented at the Annual CAI Gala at Treasure Island Hotel and Casino on February 28. (As we will go to press during the week of February 20, we will report the results at a later date.)

There is no doubt that we have been nominated again for this prestigious honor because of our outstanding Board of Directors and exceptional staﬀ who work diligently every day to uphold our standards of excellence in everything we do for our residents.

Enjoy a fantastic month as we welcome spring!

Damian Carrasco

General

Manager, Sun City Aliante

BOARD MEETING

Sun City Aliante Board Meeting Summary

Please read below for a summary of the January 8, 2025, Board of Directors (BOD) monthly meeting:

Unﬁnished Business: NONE

New Business:

A. Board approved the Finance Committee's recommendation to appoint Tina Johnson to the committee.

B. Board approved to reappoint all committee members.

As of the 5 p.m. deadline on Monday, February 3, 2025, we have nine Board Candidates who have submitted their Candidate Interest Forms and Disclosure Statements and entered the race for election to the 2025 Board of Directors.

The 2025 Candidates are listed below in alphabetical order:

• Joe Caggiano

• Margaret (Peggy) Detaranto

• Edward E. Ernest

• R. Wayne Headrick

• Felton Hyche

• Dan Lies

• Orlando Romero

• Mark A. Smith

• Mark S. Towers

As there were more entrants than open Board positions, there will be a formal election this year While the oﬃcial ballots will not be mailed to all homeowners until early April, a Meet the Candidate Forum is being planned for March.

Candidate bios and photos will be printed in the March issue of The Breeze and are available near the Front Desk in the Community Center.

Dates to Remember:

A Candidate's Forum will be held in March 8, 2025 at 10 a.m. in the Vista Room of the Community Center At that time, the candidates will address residents and answer pertinent questions from the moderator as well as those submitted by residents in advance. Councilman Richard Cherchio has agreed to serve as the moderator for the Candidate Forum.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION 2025

We are delighted to inform you that he has accepted our invitation.

Oﬃcial Ballots will be mailed to homeowners in good standing by early April. Once you receive your ballot in the mail, please follow the directions precisely if you want your vote to count. (Ballots received that are not in compliance with stated directions will be disqualiﬁed.) Completed ballots may be returned via USPS mail or placed in the ballot box in the Community Center prior to the deadline, Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 8 a.m.

The Annual Meeting of all members of the Sun City Aliante Community Association will be convened at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, May 14, 2024 in the Vista Room of the Community Center, located at 7394 Aliante Pkwy., North Las Vegas 89084. The meeting will then recess to count the ballots.

The Annual Meeting will reconvene at 12:15 p.m. Immediately following the conclusion of the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors meeting will begin.

The Election results will be announced at the conclusion of the Board of Directors meeting.

Let us all get involved! Evaluate your candidates at the Forum, and then vote for the candidates you feel are best qualiﬁed.

If you have any questions about the election process, wish to assist with the counting of the ballots, please send an email to: David Hollander at david_hollander2003@yahoo.com.

David Hollander Chair, Sun City Aliante Election Committee 2025

MEET THE CANDIDATES

JOE CAGGIANO

Welcome to the many new folks that have made Sun City Aliante their home since I was last on the ballot. In a nutshell, during the last election year the community spoke, new members were elected, and change was in the air It seems we backtracked this past year as some who were voted out returned to the board by appointment, and the board seems to have returned to the ways of the past. At the very least, there is an appearance they did not want to recruit or mentor newly elected board members. It will take your vote to bring change and forward thinking to our community

I am Joe Caggiano, and my wife and I purchased our home over 5 years ago. I am 2 plus years into retirement and really enjoy the freedom that brings. Perhaps many of you are there too! I have over 22 years of experience as a board member in California, with the last 7 years of that time spent as president of a self-managed association. I am an active participant of Community Association Institute (CAI), a larger group that provides homeowners, vendors, and property managers educational opportunities These experiences deepened my understanding of the required oversight and management of a thriving community

I am knowledgeable in all facets of HOA life. The training I received from CAI over the last 25 years gives me conﬁdence to speak loudly and ﬁrmly in support of proper board decisions, and to recognize potential problems. I am aware of what it takes to spend general budget funds responsibly, and keep reserves funded properly I understand the relationship between the board and the property management company. The board sets the agenda for community action and our management company guides the board by gathering information necessary to make solid decisions. Board decisions should be clearly communicated to the community as a whole.

We have a great group of volunteers here, that number in the hundreds who make up a variety of committees. They are the backbone of what happens here at Sun City Aliante. I currently serve on the Communication Committee. It would beneﬁt the board to better coordinate with committees as we focus on all aspects of our community, including preparing for the future. I have been a vocal presence in my time here. I have questioned some spending and funding decisions of past years. I think and speak clearly, you will always know where I stand, and I will defend my positions based on facts.

To help you get to know me better, or learn more how HOA governance works in general, I will have a table at the Aliante Golf Course restaurant for conversation. I plan to be there each Monday from 2-4 pm. I look forward to serving this community for many years and ask for your vote!

The Candidate Statements are published exactly as submitted by the Candidates.

MARGARET (PEGGY) DETARANTO

My name is Margaret Detaranto, when you see me around, please call me Peggy My husband and I have owned our home here for 4 years and moved here permanently more than 2 years ago. I am a native of upstate NY, spent 8 years in California after college, then moved to Virginia where we lived for 32 years.

I enjoy this community, and would like to actively contribute by becoming a member of the Board. Since moving here, I have attended most Board meetings, and many committee meetings, including ﬁnance, property and grounds, communications, and lifestyle. This experience has provided me a good understanding of the projects, needs and challenges facing our community as our infrastructure ages, and insight into the important ﬁnancial decisions that will need to be made.

I bring an educational background and past experience that prepares me for the Board. I have a degree in Industrial and Management Engineering from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and 10+ years serving on a combined Covenant/ARC Committee in our past community of 6000+ homes. While serving on that committee, I worked with fellow volunteer committee members, management staﬀ, and homeowners to arrive at decisions that followed the HOA governing documents. I listened to homeowners' concerns, reviewed all information, and asked questions to clarify and ensure understanding of situations before making decisions. Sometimes decisions

EDWARD E. ERNEST

My wife, Jill, and I ﬁrst moved to Sun City Aliante in March of 2017 and became full time residents in July of 2018. I joined the Table Tennis Club and later became club president. I have also joined Euchre, Technology Club, Pickleball and the Patrol. In 2020

Committee and served until elected to the Board of Directors.

After being elected in 2022, I was Board Laison to the Communications Committee. Being appointed to the Board in 2024, I became Board Laison to the Finance Committee and also Board Treasurer. In 2024, I was elected to the Aliante Master Association and am Board Laison to the Social Committee. I received my Dedicated Community Association Leader (DCAL) certiﬁcate on January 9, 2024.

R. WAYNE HEADRICK

My wife, Barbara, and I moved to Sun City Aliante in 2008. I first became a member of the Board of Directors in 2013 and, except for one year, served on the Board until 2022. I earned my Dedicated Community Association Leader (DCAL) certification in December 2014 and my Advanced DCAL certification in August 2018.

Most recently, I served as the Board Secretary and was on the ad hoc committee tasked with overseeing the construction of the addition to the Community Center In addition, I have served as the Board liaison to the Communications Committee where I helped develop and implement the current Community website. Prior to that, I served as both a member and, later, the Board liaison to the Property & Grounds Committee. I also

I would like to run as a candidate for the board in 2025. I ran last year and since then I have attended all board meetings to observe how the meetings were run and how the interactions between the board and the residents can improve

I feel that I can bring at least two improvements to the current relationship of the board and residents.

1.) In my opinion there is not enough resident attendance and representation in the meetings. This could be caused by many reasons but I feel it is of extreme importance to improve this.

were not easy to make or popular

As a SCAL Board member, I will listen to homeowner's suggestions, concerns and questions. I know that homeowners often bring suggestions that can contribute to eﬀective decision making and enhancement of our community and our property values.

SCAL's infrastructure is aging. High costs associated with replacing it are likely the biggest challenge we face. It is important to stay focused on maintenance and replacement costs, and be sure that these are in line with our budget and the new reserve study, and take full advantage of available incentives as some big-ticket items are replaced. It is also important that the Association's everyday operating expenses are reviewed regularly to ensure we get the best value for our money It is the Board's ﬁduciary responsibility to eﬀectively manage costs and enhance property values. In addition, it is the Board's responsibility to keep our community's amenities competitive with new housing, especially nearby 55+ communities.

I believe my past experience and education give me the tools needed to positively contribute to SCAL. I enjoy living here and want to see our community thrive going forward. I believe more transparency is needed to ensure homeowners are informed of the facts as projects and costs are evaluated by the Board. I will follow the Nevada Revised Statues (NRS) regarding executive versus open meeting topics, and strive for more informative Board and committee agendas and minutes. Openness and honesty is always the best policy I look forward to serving, and thank you in advance for your support and vote.

I graduated from Purdue University in 1975 with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. I have worked for several companies in multiple engineering capacities. I retired from Hubbell Electrical Products in December 2016 after 31 years of service. During my time there I was a project and product engineer, project manager, engineering manager and plant manager My duties included the design of our manufacturing equipment, formulation and management of capital budget, design of new products, management of industrial engineering and management of a satellite manufacturing facility.

I am also a past president of a homeowner's association in North Carolina. Our association was new, and I chaired a sub-committee to establish our covenants, conditions, and restrictions.

Sun City Aliante is a wonderful place to live. I have been active in our community and believe that participation is vital to our community I have much that I can contribute by bringing the skills I developed from my work experience to building and maintaining the culture of excellence for our community Therefore, I ask that you vote for me in the upcoming election.

worked with the Lifestyle Committee in developing the Association's current Chartered Club and Special Interest Group Guidelines, and lead the development of the Design Guidelines, Rules and Regulations, and General Committee Guidelines. I helped form the Technology, Pickleball, and Table Tennis Clubs and, until a few years ago, served as the “accountant/bookkeeper” for the Veterans Club.

As a current member of the Aliante Master Association Board of Directors, I serve as the Vice President and have also served as the President. I am also a member of the Magazine Committee of the Community Associations Institute (CAI) – Nevada Chapter

I am a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and Professor Emeritus of Information Systems at New Mexico State University, holding B.S.E., M.S.E., M.S.I.E and Ph.D. degrees in engineering from Arizona State University and the University of Missouri.

After all these years, I still believe that Sun City Aliante is a wonderful place to live, and I feel that I still have much to contribute to its future. Therefore, I ask that you consider voting for me in the upcoming election.

2.) I feel it is necessary to improve the transparency of board matters, decisions made and the board intent.

There are many ways to achieve this and I plan to explore all facets of this. One way would be to establish quarterly meetings/forums between the board and it's residents in an informal question/answer forum or session. Notes would be taken and presented at the next board meeting and if necessary posted on a forum that the residents could review Continuous input would be necessary to achieve this goal and complete and complete board interaction would be necessary It is imperative that we work in unison, board members and residents.

The other facet that needs to be reviewed is one of change. It was a hot topic at the last election but over time it was ignored and the importance was minimized.

I am asking for your support and if you have any questions or need further explanations, please do not hesitant to contact me.

THANK YOU, Felton Hyche

DAN LIES

I have been a resident owner with Keith, my husband, in Sun City Aliante for 4 years, since February 2021. I am active in several Chartered Clubs and Special Interest groups, speciﬁcally in Canasta-type card groups, Mexican Train, and the LGBT Special Interest Group. I've also dabbled in many ﬁtness opportunities here. I enjoy the social opportunity provided by the organization and community of over 2000 homes.

ORL ANDO ROMERO

Sun City Aliante's biggest expense is our administrative portion of the budget. Over the last ten years it had gone up over $564,034. In 2015 the cost was $841,356 now in 2025 the cost is $1,4

Community hasn't grown, we have the same number of members.

MARK A . SMITH

I was ﬁrst elected to the board of directors in November, 2006 and have served continuously on the board except for a few months in 2024. I have served as president, vice-president, and secretary and have been certiﬁed as a Dedicated Community Leader by the Community Associations Institute. SCAL won its

Association when I was president.

Except for those few months in 2024, I have been a part of every decision every board has made. My hard work, along with that of the other board members over the years, grew SCAL into the place you chose to live and call home. We have made SCAL the premier 55+ HOA in the state. I am very proud of that and please be assured that you made a very wise decision purchasing your home here.

Directors have a ﬁduciary responsibility to only act in the best interest of the Association. We must ensure that we enhance and maintain our property values, make certain that we are ﬁnancially sound and never act out of self-interest. We must treat all of our homeowners and residents respectfully, equally, fairly and with dignity As a board, we must ensure that our actions and decisions are fully transparent and make sure that our homeowners are kept informed about what is happening in the Association.

Every vote that I have cast over the years, and every vote that I will cast in the future, should I be elected to the Board, has been, and will be, made with that responsibility in mind.

I have never, nor will I ever, give in and cast a “yes” vote if it is not in the best interest of the Association. That is why I have voted against those items that only beneﬁt a few homeowners. That is why I have not, and will not, “give in” to those few homeowners who may yell the loudest, push the hardest, and create the most waves when the ideas they support do not beneﬁt the Association, but only themselves.

MARK S. TOWERS

I respectfully ask for your vote to return to our Board of Directors; I enjoy serving you. You inspire me to continuously improve our community experience and increase property values with sound management principles and proven HOA Board practices. My focus is your community experiences, enabling smart business, and ﬁscal responsibility Together WE Succeed!

Lynda & I have called Sun City Aliante our home since 2006. I retired from the military, Real Estate Brokerage, and consultant career. I've been awarded a Master's Degree in Business Management, Certiﬁed Safety and Health Manager, and Certiﬁed Safety Professional designations.

After 7 years as enlisted USAF, I achieved an MS degree in Management Information Systems at the U of AZ in Tucson. I retired as a manager at Honeywell Aerospace in the Phoenix area, where we built various cockpit computers. While in Phoenix I was active on the Board of my 111-unit HOA.

I like to be involved in maintenance and governance of our community I became involved in the Communications Committee in 2022 and was selected as chair in 2023. To become educated in the ways of HOA governance, I recently attended the 8-hour CAO class regarding HOA leadership. This is the ﬁrst step in the journey to becoming DCAL certiﬁed.

I look forward to meeting more residents and continuing to make this a great place to live and play

This is why we need a competitive open bid process for the management contract, because it's never been done before. We get three bids fore all our other vendors. It's unacceptable that we haven't bid out for our management company

Over the recent year or two, some of our homeowners have asserted, rather loudly, that there should be a change of directors----that we need new blood, that we need new ideas, that we need change!

I assure you that even though these bones are not as young as they used to be, and may creek a little more in the mornings these days, I am always open to suggestions, discussion and change. But, the change must be positive. Change just for the sake of change, or negative change, does nothing to improve our association, and can easily hurt it. A director must look at the consequences of the proposed change, assess what it will do for the Association, and then decide if it is really in the best interest of the Association. If it is in the best interest of the Association, I am all for it. If it is not in the best interest of the Association, rest assured that I will vote against it.

We live in an Association with 2028 homes and about 3500 people. It is impossible to make everyone happy all of the time. Indeed, there are some people that you can never make happy no matter what you do. Please look around you, see all the good things that we have created, and know that I will continue to work for the betterment of our Association.

I met my wife, Geraldine, while attending Hunter College in New York City and we have been married for 53 years. I graduated from Brooklyn Law School and after working for a few years as a Legal Aid Society Attorney in Brooklyn, New York, I was employed as the Principal Law Clerk to several Justices of the New York State Supreme Court for over ten years. I was an Assistant State Attorney in Miami, Florida for twenty years and prosecuted domestic violence and elderly abuse cases for over six years and public corruption cases for over ten years. I retired in 2006 and have lived in SCAL since my retirement.

I view being on our Board as a continuation of my public service. I speak my mind and you will always know where I stand on an issue.

I humbly ask for your vote and assure you once again that the only thing that matters to me is doing what is in the best interest of our Association, our home.

Respectfully,

Mark A. Smith

Since 2016, my HOA qualiﬁcations include four years on our Board of Directors, Community Association Institute's (CAI) Designated Community Association Leader Advanced, Board Leader Certiﬁcation, and CAI-NV Board recognition. I have serving on our Architectural Review Committee, Property and Grounds Committee, and Aliante Master Architectural Review Committee. Two of my community management articles have been published.

Outside of our Community, I have volunteered with the North Las Vegas Citizen's Patrol, VA Volunteer Services, and Amateur Radio Relay League's Emergency Communications and License Examiner programs.

COMMUNITY STANDARDS LIFESTYLE NEWS

Dear Residents,

Hello Spring! Sun City Aliante hosted Las Vegas

Comedian Rich Natole on February 8, 2025 in the Vista Room for a spectacular performance! Both entertainers showcased over 200 celebrity voices and impressions. It was exciting to have such

Room!

Henderson Silver Knights hockey, the iconic Barry Manilow concert at the Westgate Las Vegas, the talented “Las Vegas Bellas” and Las Vegas Headliner Frankie Scinta at the Italian American Club. There was also time to visit the newest Las Vegas Station property – Durango Casino & Resort!

A shout-out to recognize the eﬀorts of the Table Tennis Club and Club Dial for hosting the 2025 Lunar New Year Celebration with delicious cuisine, style show with stunning wardrobe, and dancing. The Grand View Room display was magniﬁcent!

The Lifestyle Committee championed Black History Month with guest speakers, Ramona Henderson, Judy Ann Davis, and Ted and Minta Woodard, oﬀering informative presentations before each of the movies, The Green Book and Buﬀalo Soldiers. The materials and resources on display in the Grand View Room provided an educational gallery of information.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of these February events! In addition, thank you to the Very Important Volunteers (TEAM VIV) for your continued support with the many events the community oﬀers. There will be future meetings to review upcoming events and recruit volunteer support. An email will be sent to everyone who has signed up to be a part of this exciting and valuable program.

Reggie Burton – Public Relations Consultant for the Vegas Golden Knights and Founder of the Avery Burton Foundation will be our guest speaker at the Inter Club Council (ICC) meeting on Thursday, March 6, 2025, in the Vista Room at 10 a.m. All Chartered Clubs and Special Interest Group leaders are encouraged to attend. Please reserve your space at the Front Desk.

Please save the date for Thursday, May 1, 2025, for the next New Resident Welcome and

Invitations will be sent to all new home owners and residents who have not attended this event are encouraged to participate. Please reserve your space at the Front Desk.

Hello, Sun City Aliante!

In this article I'm going to give a little refresher on understanding the Homeowners' Association Rules Hierarchy I am well aware that a majority of you know and understand this information; you are knowledgeable because living in this HOA is not the ﬁrst time. However, there are some people who have never lived in an HOA before and there are several homeowners who may not be well-versed in the HOA world. Therefore, I am hoping that this will be helpful.

I believe that understanding the importance of the homeowners' association rules hierarchy and your cooperation aﬀects everyone one way or another in a community When you signed the dotted line to purchase a home in an HOA, you agreed to abide by its rules. You agreed to pay the assessments even if you have no intention to use its amenities, and you agreed to keep your property in a well-maintained fashion based on what your governing documents declares it to be.

The governing documents contain things you need to know about your legal rights and expectations as a member of the association, the association's responsibilities, and how the HOA is operated.

The governing documents give authority over the association just below local, state, and federal laws.

The Codes, Covenants, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) are the most important and comprehensive documents in the hierarchy These are legally binding procedures and requirements that hold the members and the association to the standards set within them. It takes precedence over all the other HOA guidelines because these documents are legally ﬁled.

Second, is the Bylaws These documents often get mislabeled as the “rules and regulations,” especially by real estate agents from my experience. These documents don't outline anything about use-restrictions or what they are or are not allowed to have on their property. The Bylaws tells you the nomination election process for board members, quorum requirements to hold meetings, duties of board members, and lastly, voting methods and procedures.

Then, you have the association Rules and Regulations. These are the community rules, regulations, code of conduct, guidelines, and speciﬁc instructions. They deﬁne or clarify the CC&Rs and Bylaws. Some of these documents provide clearer requirements, restrictions, and sometimes, information not addressed in the CC&Rs. In Sun City Aliante, examples are operational hours for the Community Center, guest rules, or holiday decoration guidelines.

I remember when I was nineteen years old, I became the property manager of a newly built home in San Diego. I had no experience with HOAs before; so, I had to cope, adapt, and overcome. My ﬁrst impression of these rules was what your typical young adult would say, “What the heck?!” (not really those exact words).

Obviously, over time I appreciated and grew to respect these rules. There are many homeowners who may still feel the way I felt as a young adult. They think the rules are unnecessary, too strict, or just plain annoying.

However, these rules are designed to keep the place you decided to call your home beautiful, clean, a place of enjoyment, and dare I say – a place of envy Nobody wants to live in a community where noise disturbance happens every night or the property grounds are a mess or an eye sore. Homeowners who participate in creating a welcoming environment and complying with

the community

COUNCILMAN RICHARD CHERCHIO LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

This issue of The Breeze hails the beginning of spring on March 20 and the approach of warmer weather. I want to wish you a Happy St. Patrick's Day! Irish or not, everyone loves a reason to celebrate, enjoy “green beer,” and hope for the “Luck of the Irish.”

We are gearing up for the 2025 Board of Directors Election. It is important to remember that Your Vote Counts! We have THREE OPEN seats and a total of nine Candidates running in the election. You owe it to yourself to learn what the Candidates have to say about issues that directly aﬀect you. A Candidate Forum is planned for March. Please refer to an upcoming eBlast for exact date. A Candidate Forum is planned for March 8 at 10 a.m. Please register at the Front Desk if you plan to attend.

The Candidate statements and photos are published in this issue of The Breeze. They are also available in the Grand View Room of the Community Center, along with a poster of all the candidates. A Candidate page is also posted on the website at www.suncityaliante.org. After you log in, select “News Flash” on the home page; then simply click on the link.

We have planned an exciting line up of seminars for March, for example:

The Alzheimer's Foundation will oﬀer a 3-part series “Building Foundations of Caregiving,” which explores the role of the caregiver and changes they may experience building a support team and managing stress for a loved one with dementia. They will also focus on how to help people living with dementia have an active lifestyle while balancing safety issues. Following the series of presentations, they will discuss setting up a Caregiver's Support Group in coordination with the Cleveland Clinic.

Find Your Family Roots – Join Rod Leavitt, director of the Las Vegas Research Center, to begin your research. His non-proﬁt group shares and facilitates information to help you research your family history including free software, digital services and free assistance from his staﬀ.

Enjoy a Spring Luncheon with Clark County Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick on March 24. Following a delicious meal, she will discuss legislative issues related to seniors.

The North Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Department will oﬀer an informative overview of various ongoing projects and activities that are going on within the City

Look forward to another popular event in April. The Communications Committee and The Breeze magazine will host an Advertiser's Meet and Greet on April 24. This is always a fun event with a free continental breakfast, free door prizes, and give-a-ways. You will have the opportunity to meet and chat with Breeze advertisers face-to-face to discuss their products and services. Please register at the Front Desk.

D o n ' t f o r g e t t o c h e c k o u t t h e S p r i n g A r t s & C r a f t s S h o w o n Saturday,March 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It's also time for spring cleaning. You may want to take advantage of the Aliante Master Garage Sale, aka the Yard Sale on Saturday and Sunday, April 5-6.

I also wanted to share a favorite Irish saying: “May you have the hindsight to know where you've been, the foresight to know where you are going, and the insight to know when you have gone too far.”

If you have any questions or concerns about The Breeze or the eBlast, please contact me directly at 702-429-1623 or email TWilliamson@suncityaliante.us.

Wishing you a happy springtime!

Trish Williamson

Editor, The Breeze

Hello Friends:

I hope everyone had a great Valentine's day and President's day weekend.

W e a r e about ready to close out t h e w i n t e r, and waiting f o r t h e w a r m e r w e a t h e

arrive. We, as a City, continue to grow with new residents every week from near and far I attended the recent Veterans Club Pancake breakfast, and saw many of our residents enjoying the event, thanks to the consistent hard work of all the volunteers. I spoke with a number of residents on issues concerning (Sun City Aliante in particular), which is one reason I write an article for The Breeze, with the assistance of Trish Williamson and City of North Las Vegas staﬀ. I am committed to following up on each item until it has been addressed. I urge you to speak up, and contact me if you see something that can be corrected for the safety of all or improvement of all.

Most of you know I have been quite involved with our Police Department over the years. I have spent a lot of time helping to create the VIPs program, which entails training civilians patrolling in police cars to assist our oﬃcers with traﬃc details and much more.

Unfortunately, I must address a tragic subject. It was on February 4 that we lost Office Jason Roscow, a 17-year, on-duty police officer who was shot five times by a male adult with a gun.

Unfortunately, Oﬃcer Roscow did not make it through surgery despite robust attempts to save his life. He left two y o u n g b o y s w h o w i l l n o w h a v e t o continue life without their Dad. Thanks to his fellow oﬃcers, who knew him well, his boys will always have a dad when needed, as well as adopted moms to lend a hand.

Our North Las Vegas Police Department, in combination with Metro, has an Injured Police Officers Fund ( IPOF ) that has provided funding to cover expenses and other family needs. I ask you all to join me and other community residents around the valley, to make a quick contribution for the family online at www.IPOF.org, just select Fallen Heros Jason Roscow Every one of our officers know, that once they put their badge on before they leave home each day, they can easily become a target, and there's always the possibility that they won't be coming home again, as it was in officer Roscow's case!

I just want to remind you the City of North Las Vegas has a crime prevention service - Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design – that is available free of charge for business and homes. If you request a free survey, a trained Crime Prevention Specialist will conduct an onsite walk through of your property to identify ways to make it more secure. To request an appointment for a Security Survey for you home, call the North Las Vegas Police Department Community Services Division at 702-633-1808.

And ﬁnally, if you're interested in receiving updates on what is happening in my Ward, Ward 4, on a monthly basis, please sign up for my newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/Ward4Newsltr

Yours in service,

Richard Cherchio Ward 4 Councilman

Members of the JROTC assisted at the Veteran's breakfast.

WELCOME TO NEW SUN CITY ALIANTE RESIDENTS

Michael & Nancy Lee

Jerry & Sharon McGimsey Saralee Mieke Matthews

Sharon Perry Diana Robinson Frank & Robin Strasz

NEW RESIDENTS MUST REGISTER AT THE CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICE

If you are a new resident or have moved to another home within the community, please contact Customer Service Coordinator Carol Garbarino to schedule a registration appointment. All new Sun City Aliante residents (homeowners and renters) are required to register w

Community Center At the same time, you can obtain a Membership Card which is required to access all activities in the Community Center You can contact Carol at 702-638-5023 or cgarbarino@suncityaliante.us

Thank you in Advance - The Compliance and Customer Service Oﬃce

SUN CITY ALIANTE

GOTHIC LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE REPORT

The maintenance performed in January 2025 includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Rejuvenate all dormant lantana and Texas Rangers as n e e d e d w

Continued to regularly rake and remove leaves to prevent turf suﬀocation on Widewing Park and to prevent mold grow in other areas of the landscape.

• Selective Pruning: Trimmed trees and shrubs and checked Water Rail and Ground Robin.

• Gutter Cleaning: Cleared debris from gutters to ensure proper water ﬂow for Willow Wren Park and Water Rail.

• Checked for pests/diseases: Monitored plants (Desert Daisies) for signs of pests.

• Rock Refresh: Completed rock refresh and DG refresh around the Community Center before the end of February. Notices will be sent when this is completed.

• Willow Wren Park: All the pebble rock was raked and the mow curb was cleaned. The leaves were picked up and the task was completed by end of January.

• Plants: Twelve plants under warranty were replaced around the rear of The Community Center The plants included barrel cactus, blue agave and greenspire eounymus.

• Biweekly inspection: The inspection was performed by an onsite supervisor on February 5.

• All work was performed in accordance with accepted horticultural practices.

COMMITTEE NEWS

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

MONTHLY

BULLETIN:

Let's not be a victim. Some of these messages have been around for a long time. Some information may be unfamiliar to newer residents.

The ﬁrst tip is very important: a criminal will ring the doorbell, just as a solicitor would do. You should acknowledge that you're home. You don't have to open the door, but you should let them know you're home. The burglar doesn't want to deal with people. Just tell them to leave, through a closed door, or you'll call the police.

vehicles or people walking who appear to be watching you. Know your surroundings. For years, burglars have been kicking in the front door and heading to the main bedroom to look for money or jewelry They are usually in and out in less than 15 minutes. The North Las Vegas Police Department has told us that stolen goods are often stored in a warehouse by the thieves and the warehouse has now been located by the police. Victims have a better chance of recovering stolen items if you have taken a picture of your valuables. You could also record serial numbers of your electronics. To make fast money, the thieves are stealing guns because they are easy to sell on the street. When you are out and about in the community, don't talk about your guns. If you have strangers in your home, keep your guns out of sight. If you're home and want to leave your guns out, that is up to you; but if you're gone, lock them up in a secure gun safe or cabinet behind lock and key.

Another new twist is that thieves are opening the garage door, backing the getaway car into the victim's garage and loading the stolen goods into the trunk. This new tactic makes it easier for them not to be seen carrying out stolen goods. Watch out for slow moving cars looking in houses or open garage doors. Be a good neighbor and watch out for your neighbor's homes, too.

For more information regarding the Sun City Aliante Neighborhood Wa t c h p r o g r a m , c o n t a c t o u r C o o r d i n a t o r , J i m B

jimandpatb@embarqmail.com or 775-530-5119. All residents are invited to attend our monthly Neighborhood Watch meetings. The next meeting will be held March 20, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.in the Social Hall.

Be safe: if you see something, say something! Your Neighborhood Watch Block Captains

COMMUNITY STANDARDS CONTINUED

Please communicate with us at the administrative oﬃce if you have any questions about your governing documents. Now that it's springtime, m a n y

remodeling, and renovating. Read the Architectural Design Guidelines. A p d

www.suncityaliante.org.

PATROL COMMITTEE

This month's Patrol article is a PSA (Public Service Announcement).

First, I have noticed a lot of garage doors open as I patrol. I have a neighbor who would open their garage door every morning and go to the side yard and drink a cup of coﬀee and have a cigarette. A person driving past saw the two electric bicycles in the garage, stopped, and took both of them while my neighbor was in the side yard. So, please close your garage doors when not going in and out. An open garage door tells others what you have in your garage and that your house is probably open and available for shopping. I also see pickup trucks with items exposed above the bed inviting a passersby to return for free items. An open garage door is an invitation to rob a house.

Second, I live by a stop sign and maybe twice a day someone actually stops! Most do a California roll as my father-in-law used to call it. You apply the brakes and slowly (under 10 mph) roll through the intersection, and hopefully, avoid anyone who happens to be in the intersection. I hear brakes squeal and horns honk all the time from careless, unconcerned drivers. No one ever comes to a complete stop, which means their tires stop moving ~ not keep moving slowly

Third, I saw two bicyclists riding on the street in the dark. They had headlamps on and a red light blinking on the back side of their bicycles. As the bicyclists approached an intersection, they saw a vehicle coming down the cross street, which has a stop sign. The bicyclists put their brakes on hard. The vehicle approached the stop sign with no intention of stopping and only spotted the bicyclist after completing half of the turn into the corner. Had the bicyclist not stopped, the driver of the vehicle would have hit them. The driver probably still doesn't think they did anything wrong.

Fourth, despite popular belief, the speed limit in Sun City Aliante is a maximum of 25 miles per hour, not 45 mph as most people are driving down Broadwing/Widewing. I was driving down Broadwing and turned on my left turn signal to turn onto a side street. Another vehicle approached from behind very rapidly and passed me on my left as I was starting to make the left hand turn indicated by my blinker. Had I not been doing the speed limit I would have run into the passenger side of their vehicle.

I have also had vehicles appear suddenly in my rearview mirror going well over the speed limit, then ﬂash me with their headlights so I might speed up faster than the posted limit. When this fails, they accelerate and pass. Does no one in this community believe in following the rules and laws which are established for our safety?

For more information about joining the Patrol, contact Patrol Chair Tony Swat at nozs@aol.com

If you have any questions, please contact me at 702-638-5006 and assistantmanager@suncityaliante.us.

Enjoy the onset of Spring and Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Nelenie Hernandez

Assistant

Manager, Director of Standards & Compliance

OPEN POSITIONS ON SUN CITY ALIANTE COMMITTEES

The Patrol Committee has two open positions on its committee. The Property & Grounds Committee has one open position on its committee.

Here is a brief description of Committee responsibilities:

• – Patrol Committee Observes and reports any hazards or incidents as they patrol the streets of the Sun City Aliante to ensure the safety of our neighborhood.

• – Oversees the upkeep and Property & Grounds Committee

Community Center

All Committee positions are voluntary. We encourage you to consider becoming more actively involved in your community by joining one of the Sun City Aliante Committees.

You can pick up “Sun City Aliante Committee Interest Application” at the Front Desk or in the Customer Service Oﬃce. In addition, you can print oﬀ an application from the website at www.suncityaliante.org. Once you have logged into the website, "mouse-over" the “Documents” menu item, then click on "Commonly Used Forms” and select and print the "Committee Interest Application."

Complete the application form and return it to the Front Desk.

STANDING COMMITTEES

Meets ever y other Friday, 8:30 a.m.

Harlan Nelson at hnelson867@cox.net

CO M M U N I C AT I O N S CO M M I T T E E

Meets third Friday, 10 a.m.

Dan Lies at DLies@suncityaliante.us

CO V E N A N TS CO M M I T T E E

Meets four th Tuesday, 3 p.m. in the Conference Room

Mark Smith at mas7809@hotmail.com

E L E C T I O N CO M M I T T E E

David Hollander at david_hollander2003@yahoo.com

F I N A N C E CO M M I T T E E

Meets last Wednesday, 3 p.m.

David Grossman at dt.grossman@yahoo.com

L I F E S T YL E CO M M I T T E E

Meets third Wednesday, 10 a.m.

Sharon Grossman at sdg45us@yahoo.com

PAT R O L CO M M I T T E E

Meets third Monday, 2 p.m.

Tony Swat at nozs@aol.com

Meets third Thursday, 1 p.m.

Wayne Edger ton at wynedge@gmail.com

DID YOU KNOW?

Each month, approximately 12 to 16 Lunch 'n' Learn and Snack 'n' Learn seminar presentations are scheduled by the Breeze Editor and published in The Breeze. These presentations are designed to educate residents on a wide variety of topics, products, and services that may be of interest to members of our community All residents are welcome and encouraged to attend these events.

Whether you are looking for home or personal, ﬁnancial or legal services, medical or dental services or just an opportunity to meet with knowledgeable leaders, check out The Breeze every month to ﬁnd out if there are presentations that sparks your interest.

The advertisers who sponsor the Lunch 'n' Learn and Snack 'n' Learn presentations pay for the lunches, snacks and beverages out of their own pockets. So, please remember to thank them before you leave. On occasion, nonproﬁt organizations provide Information Seminars on a variety of important topics. Those usually do not provide refreshments.

When registering for these events, it is important to remember:

• Register at least two days in advance. This will give the presenters enough time to order meals for everyone.

• If you have registered and cannot attend, be sure to notify the Front Desk, so we can invite someone from our waiting list.

• You will receive a call to remind you that you signed up for an event.

• If you decide you would like to attend a seminar the day of the event, call the Front Desk to check on availability

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twilliamson@suncityaliante.us or 702-429-1623. To check with the Front Desk for availability, call 702-638-5000.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION 2025 BOARD CANDIDATE FORUM MARCH 8, 10 a.m., VISTA ROOM

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from all of the 2025 Board Candidates.

• ATTEND THE FORUM

• EVALUATE THE CANDIDATES

• VOTE FOR THE THREE CANDIDATES YOUR FEEL ARE BEST QUALIFIED

We appreciated your input. Question forms will be available at the Front Desk as well as on the morning of the Forum. Because this event is so essential to the Election process, it is important for attendees to register at the Front Desk no later than 24 before the Candidate Forum.

To register, call 702-638-5000 or stop by the Front Desk to register

LUNCH ‘N’ LEARN

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

PART 1 BUILDING FOUNDATIONS OF CAREGIVING

Friday, M arch 7, 10 a.m.

Caregiving explores the role of the caregiver and changes they

discuss Supporting Independence and focus on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of s u p p o r t a n d b a l a n c

expectations.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 5.

GAIN PEACE OF MIND- CONSIDER YOUR OPTIONS BEFORE YOUR LOVED ONE PASSES

M onday, M arch 10, 11 a.m.

No one wants to think about their death but planning ahead is a caring act that can reduce stress for your grieving loved ones. Join Suzanne Moody, a representative from The Neptune Society, for an informative presentation. She will discuss the following and more:

• The costs associated with burial, burial at sea or cremation

• What to do if a loved one passes away on a cruise, vacation or out of the country

• Compassionate services for immediate needs

• Notifying and ﬁling with all the necessary agencies

• Social Security/Veterans beneﬁts assistance

There will be a brief Q & A session. Preparing your ﬁnal arrangements in advance is one of the greatest gifts you can give to your family. Learn why it is so important.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 8.

LEARN ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF PULMONARY REHABILITATION

Tuesday, M arch 11, 11 a.m.

Pulmonary rehabilitation is a health program to help improve symptoms of chronic (long-term) breathing disorders or lung diseases. A team of healthcare providers guides you through physical activities (based on your tolerance level), education and techniques to help you manage your breathing during everyday activities.

Join Centennial Hills Hospital and meet Henry Clay Jr BSRT, RRT-NPS | Respiratory Therapist, who will oﬀer an information presentation on The Beneﬁts of Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR).

Learn how PR can help people with chronic lung conditions breathe better, improve their quality of life, and reduce hospitalizations. PR can also help people feel better and manage their symptoms.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 9.

ESTATE PLANNING PEACE OF MIND

Thursday, March 13, 11 a.m.

Have you taken measures to give your loved ones peace of mind upon your passing? If you do not have Estate Planning in place, you are leaving your assets subject to the expense and delay of Probate Administration. Simple measures taken now, such as having a Trust prepared, can save your loved ones time and money in the future. Join the Law Oﬃce of Sean M. Tanko, Ltd. for lunch to learn how to properly prepare your Estate Planning making life easier for your loved ones upon your passing.

Learn about…

• Sean M. Tanko, Esq., Estate Planning, Probate and Guardianship Attorney.

• Probate and how to avoid it.

• Properly preparing your individualized Estate Plan.

• Trusts and how they work.

• Last Wills and Testament.

• Powers of Attorney and when they are appropriate.

• How proper Estate Planning can simplify and enhance your life.

Join us for lunch and ﬁnd out!

Please register at the Front Desk by March 11.

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

PART 2 COMMUNICATING & RESPONDING TO BEHAVIOR EFFECTIVELY

Friday, M arch 14, 10 a.m.

how dementia aﬀects communication, including tips for communicating well

Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors and how common behavior changes, non-medical approaches to behaviors and recognizing when additional help is needed.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 12.

AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS

Saturday, M arch 15, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Peter Velasco, an AARP volunteer instructor, will conduct an AARP Safe Driving Class for residents over age 50, March 15 from 9 a.m.1 p.m. The cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. The fee must be paid by check, payable to AARP, at the start of the class.

The class is approved by the State of Nevada DMV. You will receive a certiﬁcate valid for three years and an insurance discount (the amount determined by your insurance.) The seminar is limited to 30 people.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 13.

LUNCH ‘N’ LEARN

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

GET THE FACTS ABOUT THE NEW MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION PAYMENT PLAN!

Thursday, March 17, 10 a.m.

Join Andrea and Brandon Scott on March 27 to learn more

Prescription Payment Plan (MPPP) ~ a payment option in the prescription drug law that works with your current

FIND YOUR FAMILY ROOTS ~ GET HELP STARTING YOUR FAMILY RESEARCH - INFORMATIONAL

Thursday, March 20, 10 a.m.

There are lots of reasons to research your family history It's just plain fun! You can become your own Sherlock Holmes or Agatha Chris

bread crumb clues until you get the whole story

Join Rod Leavitt, director of the Las Vegas Family Search Center, on March 20 to begin your research. His non-proﬁt group facilitates and shares information and oﬀers free software, scanning, and d

photos, tapes, and free personal assistance from his staﬀ.

(January–December).

During the presentation, you will learn:

• What you need to know before participating

• If this payment option will help you

• What you need to know if you decide to participate

Anyone with a Medicare drug plan or Medicare health plan with drug coverage (like a Medicare Advantage Plan with drug coverage) can use this payment option All plans oﬀer this payment option, and participation is voluntary. If you select this payment option, each month you'll continue to pay your plan premium (if you have one), and you'll get a bill from your health or drug plan to pay for your prescription drugs (instead of paying the pharmacy). There's no cost to participate in the MPPP

Please register at the Front Desk by March 15.

CREATE AN EDUCATION LEGACY

Wednesday, March 19, 11 a.m.

Financial, and David Plotkin, Vice President and Business Consultant of John Hancock on March 19 and learn about the advantages of creating an Education Legacy with 529 gifting for a grandchild.

College savings plans, also called 529 plans, are accounts speciﬁcally

advantaged way.

Here's how it works:

• You create and control an account on behalf of your beneﬁciary or future student.

• You make contributions to your account using after-tax dollars.

• Investments grow tax-deferred, and earnings are tax-free when used for qualiﬁed education expenses.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 17.

You know those stories your Grandfather or Great Aunt told about one of your ancestors. With some research and a little genealogy digging, you can prove or disprove those stories. You can learn about the medical history of your family line and be a little more aware of your own history How cool is that? The fun is in the research!

Please register at Front Desk by March 18.

PART 3 EXPLORING CARE AND SUPPORT SERVICES

Friday, March 21, 10 a.m.

Exploring Care and Support Services examines how best to prepare for future c

respite care, residential care, and end-oflife care.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 19.

SPRING LUNCHEON WITH CLARK COUNTY COMMISSIONER KIRKPATRICK

Monday, March 24, 11:30 a.m.

Come enjoy lunch and celebrate the spring season w i t h C l a r k C

y n Kirkpatrick (District B). She will meet with residents of Sun City Aliante on Monday, March 24 at 11:30 a.m. in the Vista Room.

Following the meal, she will discuss legislative issues, especially those related to seniors and veterans Join Commissioner Kirkpatrick and celebrate spring with your friends and neighbors. As always, she will provide a tasty meal for everyone.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 22.

FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR SAFE SAVERS AND CONSERVATIVE INVESTORS IN TODAY'S MARKETS

Tuesday, March 25, 11 a.m.

Join us for an insightful presentation designed for conservative investors and safe savers who want to protect their wealth while achieving steady ﬁnancial growth or wanting steady income in retirement.

• Market trends and today's interest rates

• Downside protection with upside potential

• Investing with contingent or partial protection

Designed for those who prioritize ﬁnancial security and steady growth over high-risk.

Presented by Adam Goodman RICP®, WMCP®, LACP® of Lifetime Wealth Strategies, an Independent Retirement Planning & Investment Advisory ﬁrm. Lunch will be served following the presentation.

Investment advisory services oﬀered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a registered investment advisor BCM and Lifetime Wealth Strategies are independent of each other

Please register at the Front Desk by March 23.

SNACK ‘N’ LEARN

WHERE TO START TO LOVE YOUR HEART

Wednesday, March 26, 10 a.m.

Taking care of your heart

AN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE WITH NLV PARKS & RECREATION - INFORMATIONAL

Monday, March 31, 10 a.m.

Their presentation will include:

• An overview of the existing Parks and Recreation Department

• An update on ongoing projects within Parks, Recreation Centers, streetscapes and trails

• An overview of CNLV's Project SPARKLE

• An up

initiatives

Please register at the Front Desk by March 29.

your journey toward heart health with three simple dietary strategies and three supplements that will pump up your heart health.

Join Ann Ross from Natural Grocers on March 26.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 24.

Friday, March 28, 11 a.m.

At least 80 percent of Americans will experience neck a n d b a c k p a i n H o w

needlessly without knowing they can get relief and where to seek help.

Join Dr Mike Rantassi, Jr owner of Advanced Manual Therapy Institute on March 28 for an informative presentation. He will discuss chronic neck and back pain that persists indeﬁnitely, but escapes diagnosis, what makes this unexplained pain last for years, and the best way to treat it.

Dr Rantissi is dual-certiﬁed as a Doctor of Physical Therapy and an Occupational Therapist, providing a broad philosophy of treatment to help you live a pain-free life.

Please register at the Front Desk by March 26.

HENDERSON

SILVER

KNIGHTS

HOCKEY– LEE’S FAMILY FORUM – FEBRUARY 19, 2025

ENTERTAINMENT MOVIES

UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS BUDGET RATIFICATION

associations (HOAs) in Nevada. It

ﬁnancial health of the community

questions and concerns received by the Ombudsman's oﬃce and provide guidance for unit owners to be informed participants in their HOA's decision-making process.

Ratifying the Association's Budget: Why It Matters

No matter what your personal feelings are regarding budgets, they are an integral part of Common Interest Communities (CICs). Budget ratiﬁcation has a direct impact on assessments, reserves, and shows the ﬁnancial health o f a c o m m u n i t y. E a c h y

(NRS 116.31151) to draft a proposed budget that outlines expected revenue and expenses. As the year winds down with some preparing budgets, a summary is provided into how the budget ratiﬁcation process unfolds:

1. Proposed Budget – After preparing the proposed budget, the budget is put on the agenda of a properly noticed executive board meeting at which the board votes to adopt the proposed budget.

2. Presentation to the Unit Owners - The board provides a summary of the proposed budget to the unit owners and a date is set for a unit owners' meeting to ratify the budget.

3. Ratiﬁcation of the Budget - During a unit owners' meeting, unless the majority of the unit owners or larger vote required by the CC&Rs vote to reject the budget, the budget is ratiﬁed.

4. Implementation – Once ratified, the budget sets the framework for the association's financial operations in the coming fiscal year, guiding decisions about upkeep and other expenses.

Understanding the budget ratiﬁcation process allows homeowners to vote regarding the board's decision pertaining to the adopted budget, as it pertains to both current needs and long-term goals. If you need help navigating the budget ratiﬁcation process, please visit our website at https://red.nv.gov/Content/CIC/Program_Training/Presentations/ for our Budgeting in a CICCH/HOA class.

BE INFORMED

1. Delayed or Deferred Maintenance: Putting oﬀ necessary maintenance can lead to signiﬁcant increases in assessments down the line. A wellplanned budget helps mitigate this risk and ensures the long-term health of the community

2. Rejection of Budgets: Unit owners have the power to reject a proposed budget. However, proactive engagement is essential to ensure that concerns are addressed constructively.

3 Reserve Funding: "Adequately funded" reserves mean that the association has sufficient funds to cover the repair or replacement of common elements without the need for special or reserve assessments. While there is no mandate to reach a specific reserve level, underfunded reserves can lead to special assessments and financial strain.

4. Proactive Participation: Budgeting season is not the only time unit owners should be involved. Regular attendance at meetings and active engagement with the board ensures that your voice is heard and your interests are represented.

5. Assessment Caps and Increases: Nevada law does not impose a cap on annual assessment increases as it is determined i

g documents. Boards must ensure that increases are justiﬁed, transparent, and aligned with the community's needs.

SUCCESSFUL BUDGET RATIFICATION

Stay Informed:

• Review the proposed budget thoroughly before the meeting. Pay attention to changes in assessments, reserve funding, and planned expenditures.

Attend Meetings:

• Participation in the budget ratiﬁcation meeting is crucial. It's an opportunity to ask questions, express concerns, and collaborate with other unit owners and the board.

Communicate with the Board:

• Reach out to the board before the meeting to clarify any questions or provide input. Constructive feedback can lead to adjustments that beneﬁt the entire community

Understand Reserve Funding:

• Familiarize yourself with the reserve study and ensure the proposed budget adequately funds the reserve account. This may reduce the risk of special assessments in the future.

Collaborate:

• Work together with other unit owners to identify shared concerns or priorities. A united approach can lead to meaningful discussions and resolutions.

Plan for the Long Term:

• Con

planning, including reserve funding and maintenance schedules aﬀects the value of properties in communities Be Informed W

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

1. Could the board notify the community that they chose not to increase the assessments even if the board continues to spend money the same way in the future as they have in the past?

As fiduciaries, the board acts on behalf of the association on an informed basis, in good faith and in the honest belief that their actions are in the best interest of the association. The board is required to exercise ordinary and reasonable care, subject to the business-judgement rule. Additionally, the board adopts a proposed budget that should reflect whether an increase in assessment is needed, the proposed budget is then required to be ratified by the unit owners that reflects the anticipated financial spending for the fiscal year. Unit owners have an opportunity to split the proposed budget, should the majority of the unit owners disagree with the board's financial decisions.

2. Is it ethical for an HOA to raise assessments while demonstrating wasteful spending?

While NRS 116 does not address eth

documents may reﬂect the authority, if any, the board has to increase the assessments annually. While it may be an unpopular initiative to raise assessments, the costs of services, supplies, utilities, etc. continue to increase. A board's decision to increase assessments in small increments to keep up with such cost may be beneﬁcial in comparison to a potential large special assessment.

3. What happens if unit owners vote to reject the proposed budget?

The HOA will continue to operate under the prior year's budget until a new budget is approved. This can impact ﬁnancial planning and the association's ability to address maintenance and other needs.

The Ombudsman's Oﬃce has resumed Live Online Classes. These classes are designed to educate homeowners, board members, and CAMs on important topics relevant to common-interest communities. We encourage and invite stakeholders in CICs to attend classes.

For more information and to register please visit: https://hal.nv.gov/form/RED/CICCH_Class_Registration Email: CICEd@red.nv.gov

Editor's Note: Permission to reprint this article was given by the Nevada Real Estate Division and author Ayana Band, Education Oﬃcer Submitted by Sonja Bankston-Cullen, Vice President, Sun City Board of Directors.

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT HEALTH & FITNESS

LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

FEBRUARY 1, 2025, 5 p.m.

The Sun City Aliante Table Tennis Club hosted a Lunar New Year celebration on February 1 in the Vista Room. This is the Year of the Snake. The festivities included a Fashion Show, Potluck, a Red Envelope Ceremony and Dancing. Everyone enjoyed this fabulous event!

TIPS FOR MANAGING LOW BACK PAIN PAST AGE 50

By Dr Devin Luzod, DC, Spinal Care of Nevada

Low back pain is a common issue, often

decreased physical activity, or underlying

challenging, adopting speciﬁc strategies can signiﬁcantly alleviate discomfort and improve quality of life. Here are some practical tips for managing low back pain. A

before starting a new exercise program or activity to ensure it's appropriate for your needs.

1. Stay Active - Regular physical activity is vital for maintaining back health. Low-impact exercises such as walking, swimming, or yoga help improve ﬂexibility, strengthen back and core muscles, and reduce stiﬀness.

2. Practice Good Posture - Poor posture can strain the lower back over time. Focus on sitting and standing with a straight spine, keeping your shoulders back and feet ﬂat on the ﬂoor. Use supportive chairs with proper lumbar support to maintain the natural curve of your spine.

3. Use Heat and Cold Therapy - Applying heat can help relax tense muscles and increase blood flow to the affected area, while cold packs reduce inflammation and numb sharp pain. Alternate between heat and cold for maximum relief, applying each for 15-20 minutes at a time.

4. Engage in Gentle Stretching - Stretching exercises can relieve tightness and improve range of motion. Simple stretches, like the catcow pose or seated forward bend, target the lower back and surrounding muscles. Perform these stretches slowly and stop if you experience pain.

5. Maintain a Healthy Weight - Excess weight places additional strain on the lower back. Eating a balanced diet and staying active can help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight, reducing back pain and improving overall health.

6. Consider Chiropractic Care - A Chiropractor - who takes digital xrays, provides gentle adjustments and can design a tailored exercise and rehabilitation program to address your speciﬁc needs - is important.

7. Review Your Sleep Setup - A supportive mattress and proper sleeping position can alleviate back pain. Side sleepers can place a pillow between their knees, while back sleepers should use a pillow under their knees to reduce pressure on the lower back.

Dr Devin graduated from Life Chiropractic University in Atlanta, GA in 1 9 9

achievement. He completed pre-med at Western Illinois University and the Part II examination for the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association. He was awarded a Fellowship in the International Chiropractic Pediatrics Association. Dr Devin can be reached at Spinal Care of Nevada – 702.566.4673 - www.DrDevin.com

8 BALLERS BILLIARDS

CHARTERED CLUBS ALIANTE CLASSY CHEFS

Congratulations to Bill James and Perry Swanson Winners of the January 2025 Club Tournament. The Club plays every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10 a.m.-noon. New members are welcome any time. Contact Dwight Gerdes (702) 306-3865.

The members of t h e C e r a m i c s Club invite you to stop by Craft R o o m 3 o n

We d n e s d a y o r Saturday from 9 a m t o n o o n , when one of our m e m b e r s w i l l introduce you to t

h a n d -

which reﬂected our Valentine theme. We were treated to a special homemade Valentine Card, placemats and candy It made our dinner so special.

demonstration was decorating Valentine Cookies by our very talented Sylvia Ross. Our chefs made a Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese appetizer with crackers, 3 d

homemade jam, salads, and desserts, including a chocolate cheesecake. We welcomed new members Toni and Ellen to our Chef family

Classy Chefs meet the ﬁrst Tuesday of every month promptly at 9:30 am in the Vista Room. There is an annual $10 dues in September or when a member joins, plus a $5 per meeting charge for other months' meetings to help reimburse those who cook or purchase plates and decorations. Correct change is appreciated.

The next meeting of the Classy Chefs will be Tuesday, March 4, at 9:30 in the Vista Room.. Our theme is a St. Patrick's Day celebration and will feature a sauerkraut appetizer, corned beef with sides, cornbread, cabbage, Irish Soda Bread, Jelly Cake, mixed green salad and green shamrock cookies. Come check us out!

For questions or club information, contact Freda Porter-Katz at 347-5810298 and email fre2bfreda@aol.com or co-chair Hjordy Wagner at 715529-9728 and email hwizwag@gmail.com.

BOOK CLUB

The Book Club selection for March is Untold Power: The Fast Rise and Complex Legacy of First Lady Edith Wilson by Rebecca Boggs Roberts. Join members for a discussion at the Community Center at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, March 20, 2025. Please see the Book Club shelf in the Sun City Aliante library which includes past book selections. A ﬂyer lists upcoming 2025 book selections. For more information, please contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468 (jmxsmith@cox.net) or Mae Go at maefgo@gmail.com.

CERAMICS

building, greenware, and bisque for painting. Our members give a $5 monthly contribution which covers all the paints and glazes members need to complete their projects. Firing cost is determined by measurement. Our instructors oﬀer classes and a locker may be available for use. We also have beautiful ceramics for sale.

For more information contact Angelo Belpasso at 702 647-0791 or angelo0922@hotmail.com.

CLUB D.I.A.L

Do you want to learn how to Line Dance or learn new dances? Looking for a fun way to exercise. Come join us at Club Dial. We teach Line Dancing for Beginners (basic) on Saturday morning from 10 to 10:30 a.m. in the Vista Room. Monday evening there is an Intermediate class from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Fitness Studio and Intermediate class again on Saturday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Vista Room.

Come and join us for some dancing, exercise and fun. Club Dial also hosts a Dance Social on the third Saturday of every month from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Vista Room. We not only have line dancing, but also a variety of other dances; so, everyone can enjoy themselves. For more information, contact Maryann Gorski at 702-642-3212 or email at mtg815@cox.net.

LGBT + SOCIAL

March is Women's History Month. We honor some LGBT women, such as (1) Sally Ride, astronaut, physicist and ﬁrst woman in space, (2) Barbara Jordan, attorney, politician, and ﬁrst African-American elected to the U.S. House of representatives from Texas, and (3) N a n c y K y l e , a c t r e s s o n T h e B e v e r l y Hillbillies, teacher, and politician.

Happy Birthday to all you March babies, including some LGBT persons, actor Jim Parsons on 3/24 (Sheldon on The Big Bang Theory), Jonathan Van Ness on 3/28 (Queen E y e - H a i r d r e s s e r g a l o r e ) , a n d songwriter/composer Stephen Sondheim on 3/22 (best known for West Side Story, Gypsy, Into the Woods and other musicals).

Our next meeting is scheduled on Wednesday, March 12 at 6 p.m. If you want any additional information on any of our activities, please contact Sheryl at 818-517-0610 or Elizabeth Hunt at 702-286-5860 or at suncityaliantelgbt@gmail.com. Have a great month.

CHARTERED CLUBS

PAPERCRAFTING CLUB

No experience necessary! We meet every Monday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Craft Room 2. Get ready f

Mother's Day, and Father's Day are just around the corner Join us to make

personalized gifts, and memory items for those occasions.

These images show some of our recent projects. Join our club and have the same fun every week. For more information, contact Jeri Osowski (847-4311923; aliantepaperpres@gm

Bates (colette572010@Gmail.com, 661-645-0042).

SENIORS WITH WARM HEARTS

Seniors with Warm Hearts will be busy this month with many activities. During Nevada Reading Awareness Week, members will volunteer at Somerset Academy Aliante to read to the students in various Kindergarten through 2nd grade classrooms in conjunction with reading week. It is a fun time for our members as they interact and read stories with the children to help nurture a love of reading with them.

On Saturday, March 29, please stop by our raffle table at the Spring Arts & Crafts Show being held at the Community Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All the money raised from our raffle will help benefit the charities we continue to assist throughout the year

Lastly, our Annual Food Drive will run from Thursday, April 3 through Wednesday, April 16. It will beneﬁt the following charities: Helping Hands of Vegas Valley and Street Teens. More information about the drive will be announced in future eBlasts and in the April Breeze and look for our donation box in the lobby area in early April.

CHARTERED CLUBS

Our next meeting will be on Thursday, March 20 at 11 a.m. in the Activity Room. New members are always welcome. For more information about the organizations we support or about joining our group, contact Carol Hoyt at 702-371-7550 or Karen Nutto at 201-787-9391.

~ Karen Nutto

SUN CITY ALIANTE SONGSTERS

Spring is almost here,

! They will present two evenings of music that

excitement with catchy melodies and relatable lyrics. They have been

January

Please join them either Friday, April 4 or Saturday, April 5 at 7p.m. in the Vista Room for their annual Spring Concert.

If you have any questions regarding the concert or in general about S

lcompozr@aol.com or 702-460-9583.

The songsters will send out information regarding ticket sales in the Weekly eBlast. They will be performing some great songs that make a more memorable journey and you might just want to sing along. Please save the date for their Spring Concert on April 4 and 5. In the meantime, enjoy our beautiful weather and wonderful community!

UKULELE STRUMMERS

Welcome to March 2025 from the Sun City Aliante Ukulele Strummers! March still brings a bit of winter weather and planning for special days such as Saint Patrick's Day and the Jewish holiday Purim. The Ukulele Strummers will be enjoying playing tunes together every Sunday afternoon. We invite you to come and join us!

Ukulele classes continue to be oﬀered as follows:

Ÿ Fundamentals of Ukulele: Noon to 1 p.m. Sunday This class is for students who have never played ukulele or who consider themselves beginners.

Ÿ Beginner and Advanced Ukulele: 1-2 p.m. Sunday This class is for intermediate players who have attended ukulele classes here or with another instructor and know ten or more basic chords.

We use Pete McCarty's 2023 free book of over 450 songs for most of our music and I also email new music to students each week. If you are interested in joining us please stop by a class or give me a call.

Happy March and happy Strumming!

Kevin Smith ~ 916-847-7422

Recently members of Seniors with Warm Hearts volunteered at Project Marilyn assembling feminine hygiene kits for their clients.

CHARTERED CLUBS

VETERAN'S AUXILIARY

January 21 for their regular meeting.

February The last few spots for

Breakfast were ﬁlled in. Markysha McCullah, Social Services Director at Help USA, was the guest speaker.

January 8th.

The Pancake Breakfast, hosted by the Auxiliary and the Veterans Club, took place February 8. The Auxiliary also held a Donation Drive beneﬁting Help USA, collecting breakfast items and hygiene products.

Anyone who wants to support our veterans and military and is interested in joining the Auxiliary is welcome. You do NOT have to have a veteran or military family member to join! They oﬀer several projects and avenues of participation throughout the year Meetings are normally held the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Vista Room at 9 a.m. from September through May. The March meeting is on Tuesday, March 18. For further information, please email Julie Tomlin at jtomlin55@msn.com or phone: 208-320-8115 or Hjordy Wagner at hwizwag@gmail.com or 715-5299728.

VETERAN'S CLUB

March. I hope you have marked y o u

events. At our monthly Club Meet Up on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 6 p.m. in the Vista Room, we will elect new oﬃcers. If you would like to run for one of the 4 positions, please n o tif y D av id H o llan d e

k McCay

A v e r y S p e c i a l G a t h e r i n g o f Vietnam Veterans will be on Friday, March 18 at the 6.p.m. meeting of t h e Ve t e r a n ' s C l u b i n t h e Vi s t a Room. Those Veterans that served “in-country” will be honored and those who served during the Vietnam Era will be recognized. Light snacks and drinks will be served. All Veterans are invited to attend.

We are looking ahead to the Garage Sale, Saturday and Sunday, April 5-6, 2025 It will be at Jack McCay's home Thank you, Jack More information will be coming soon.

I hope to see you all at our upcoming meetings and events.

Marc Hollander, mhollander007@gmail.com, 818-915-1509

NEWS & NOTES

GET READY TO FILE IN 2024: WHAT'S NEW AND WHAT TO CONSIDER

The Internal Revenue Service urges taxpayers to take important actions now to help them file their 2023 federal income tax return next year. The Get ready page on IRS.gov outlines steps you can take now to make filing easier in 2024. Here's what's new and what to consider before filing next year Your tax return is due to the IRS by Monday, April 15, 2024.

IRS Online Account enhancements

Taxpayers and Individual Taxpayer Identiﬁcation Number (ITIN) holders can now access their Online Account and view, approve and electronically sign power of attorney and tax information authorizations from their tax professional.

With an Online Account, individuals can also:

Ÿ View your tax owed and payment history and schedule payments.

Ÿ Request tax transcripts.

Ÿ View or apply for payment plans.

Ÿ See digital copies of some IRS notices.

Ÿ View key data from your most recently ﬁled tax return, including adjusted gross income.

Ÿ Validate bank accounts and save multiple accounts, eliminating the need to re-enter bank account information every time they make a payment.

Gather 2023 tax documents

You should develop a record keeping system − electronic or paper − that keeps important information in one place. This includes year-end income documents like Forms W-2 from employers, Forms 1099 from banks or other payers, Forms 1099-K from third party payment networks, Forms 1099-NEC

miscellaneous income or Forms 1099-INT for interest paid, as well as records documenting all digital asset transactions. When you have all their documentation, you are in the best position to ﬁle an accurate return and avoid processing or refund delays.

Avoid refund delays and understand refund timing

Many diﬀerent factors can aﬀect the timing of a refund after the IRS receives a tax return. Although the IRS issues most refunds in less than 21 days, the IRS cautions you not to rely on receiving a 2024 federal tax refund by a certain date, especially when making major purchases or paying bills. Some returns may require additional review and may take longer to process if IRS systems detect a possible error, the return is missing information or there is suspected identity theft or fraud.

Speed tax refunds with direct deposit

Filing electronically and choosing direct deposit is the fastest way for taxpayers to get their tax refund. Direct deposit gives individuals access to their refund faster than a paper check.

Those without a bank account can learn how to open an account at an FDIC insured bank or through the national Credit Union Locator tool. Veterans should see the Veterans Beneﬁts Banking Program for access to ﬁnancial services at participating banks.

Prepaid debit cards or mobile apps may allow direct deposit of tax refunds. The prepaid debit cards or mobile apps must have routing and account numbers associated with them to enter on the tax return. Check with the mobile app provider or ﬁnancial institution to conﬁrm which numbers to use.

(Source IRS).

TRAVEL

WHEELS UP! YOUR ULTIMATE ROAD TRIP GUIDE

Las Vegas is more than just bright lights and casinos; it's also the perfect starting point for some of the most incredible road trips in the Southwest. There are plenty of destinations within driving distance that oﬀer stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and charming small towns. Here are some top websites and essential tips to help you plan your perfect road trip.

Best Websites for Road Trip Planning

1. Roadtrippers (roadtrippers.com)

This site allows you to map out your route, discover attractions along the way, and estimate fuel costs. The premium version oﬀers even more customization options.

2. Google Maps (maps.google.com)

A go-to for route planning, Google Maps helps with real-time traﬃc updates, alternative routes, and estimated drive times.

3.National Park Service (nps.gov)

If your road trip includes visits to national parks like Zion, Bryce Canyon, or Death Valley, the NPS website provides park alerts, maps, and visitor information. It is also important to check if you need to make a reservation to enter the park- parks like Yosemite and Yellowstone and others might have timed entry depending on time of year.

4. AllTrails (alltrails.com)

If hiking is part of your journey, AllTrails helps you ﬁnd trails based on diﬃculty, distance, and user reviews.

5. Weather.com (weather.com)

Check the weather before heading out to avoid extreme heat or unexpected storms, especially in desert areas.

6. Booking.com & Airbnb (booking.com & airbnb.com)

For lodging options ranging from hotels to unique stays, these sites help you ﬁnd accommodations along your route.

7. Within Hours (https://withinhours.com/) To get suggestions for places with a selected radius of driving time or driving miles from a starting point.

Car Rental: Enterprise, Alamo, and others have offices and rental locations in Las Vegas. To compare prices use a site like: Kayak.com, Momondo.com, The American Automobile Association aaa.com, AARP https://www.aarp.org/travel/ and credit card companies also offer car rental benefits.

Top Road Trip Destinations from Las Vegas

• Weekend Getaways (2-3 Days):

• Grand Canyon (South Rim) – Approx. 4.5 hours away, one of the most iconic natural wonders.

• Zion National Park – A 2.5-hour drive oﬀering breathtaking hikes like Angel's Landing.

• Death Valley National Park – Just 2 hours away, it's home to Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America.

• Sedona, Arizona – About 4.5 hours away, known for its red rock landscapes and vortex sites.

Longer

Road

Trips (4+ Days):

• Paciﬁc Coast Highway – Drive to California's coastline and explore places like Big Sur, Santa Barbara, and San Francisco.

• Utah's Mighty 5 – Visit all ﬁve Utah national parks (Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Arches, and Canyonlands) on an epic weeklong journey

• Route 66 Adventure – Travel a l o n g h i s t o r i c R o u t e 6 6 through Arizona, stopping in quirky towns like Oatman and Seligman.

• State Websites will mail you FREE Roadmaps, and Vacation guides for inspiration. Your Local Library often has resources, and the Automobile Association too.

Essential Road Trip Tips

• Plan Your Route in Advance – While spontaneity is fun, having a general itinerary helps ensure you don't miss key attractions or accommodations.

• Check Road Conditions – Websites like nps.gov and local Department of Transportation pages provide updates on closures and weather conditions.

• Pack Smart – Bring essentials like water, snacks, a ﬁrst aid kit, and an emergency roadside kit.

• Fuel Up Regularly – Gas stations can be sparse in desert areas, so don't wait until your tank is low.GoogleMaps can point out where the Gas Stations are. Gasbuddy (gasbuddy.com) can show you where the Gas Stations are and the current prices.

• Start Early – Many parks and attractions get crowded; starting early helps you beat the rush and the heat.

• Download Oﬄine Maps – In remote areas, cell service can be unreliable, so having oﬄine maps is a lifesaver

• iExit Interstate Exit Guide- Open this app to show you what food services and bathrooms are at each exit on a given route.

Final Thoughts - A road trip from Las Vegas is one of the best ways to experience the diverse landscapes of the Southwest. Whether you're craving adventure, scenic drives, or relaxation, the right planning tools and resources will help you make the most of your journey So, pick your destination, pack your bags, and hit the road for an unforgettable experience!

About the Author - April Bielefeldt is a travel expert, photographer, and road trip enthusiast who specializes in crafting unforgettable journeys. With a passion for exploring scenic byways and hidden gems, she helps travelers plan personalized itineraries that go beyond the ordinary From the rugged landscapes of the Southwest to charming coastal escapes, April's insights make road-tripping an adventure worth taking.

Char

tered C lubs, as outlined in the “Sun City Aliante Club Guidelines,” are Board-recognized and open to all Sun City Aliante residents. ese clubs are sanctioned strictly for the members of this Association with no exceptions, unless a club invites guest speakers, instructors, etc. A household guest will be allowed to participate in club activities, in compliance with required guest policies and fees. All club members should be familiar with these guidelines set forth by the B oard, as well as their individual club bylaws and/or policies and procedures. If you have questions regarding your club charter, call Lifestyle Director, Debbie Kent, at 702-638-5061.

Afternoon Games. Meets Sundays, 1 - 4 p.m. Contact Gail Reed at 727-967-4585 and reedgail@yahoo.com or Carol Amolsch at 760-963-1347 and 7768midnight@gmail.com

Aliante's Classy Chefs. Meets 1st Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. in the SCAL Kitchen. Contact Freda Por ter-Katz at 347-5810298 and fre2bFreda@aol.com or Hjordy Wagner at 715-529-9728 and hwiz wag@gmail.com.

American Mah Jongg. Meets Wednesdays and Fridays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Contact Arlene Harris at 914-456-9690 and owllady43@gmail.com.

Art Club. Meets Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Contact K aren Franklin at 702-633-4833 and jlfra100@juno.com or Peggy Totino at 702-217-5973 or ptotino2@gmail.com.

Ballroom Dancing. Meets Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Contact Renna K ashiwabara at 808-670-4459 and danceappealstudio@gmail.com

Book Club. Meets the 3rd Thursday, 6:45 p.m. Contact Jeannette Smith at 702-649-2468. For book selections, see ﬂyer in the SCAL Librar y

Bridge Club. Meets Thursdays, 5:45 p.m. Contact Mar y Jane and Charles D'Agati at 201-321-1691 or mjdagati@aol.com.

Bunco. Meets the 2nd Thursday, 5:30 - 8:45 p.m. Contact Cathy Pierce at 209-595-0833 and cnitro3@ﬁre2wire.com or Lynn Kiedrowski at 262-4972323 and 1k iedrolyn@gmail.com

Ceramics. Meets Wednesdays and Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Contact Angelo Belpasso at 702-647-0791 and angelo0922@hotmail.com.

Chess. Meets Tuesdays from 2- 4 p.m. Contact Norman Coats at 702-606-0064 and picturethis6@verizon.net

Cornhole. Meets Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Contact Rebecca Anderson at 702-271-1014 and rsa2373@gmailcom.

Club DIAL Saturdays – Beginners, 10 - 10:30 a.m.; Intermediate 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Mondays –Intermediate 6 p.m. Contact Mar yann Gorsk i at 702642-3212 and mtg815@cox.net.

8Ballers Billiards. Meets Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon.. Contact Dwight Gerdes at 702306-3865. and dgerdes2532@gmail.com

Euchre. Meets Mondays, 1 p.m. Contact Cher yl Gustin at 319-415-0471 and gusto32742@yahoo.com.

Forget-Me -Knots. Knitting, needlework , crochet, jewelr y. Meets Mondays, 1-4 p.m. Contact Collette Stickney at 702-399-2647 and acollette19@yahoo.com or Madeline Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com.

Glass Crafters. Meets Wednesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Contact Jill Ramsey at 702-642-8716 and cpigs@aol.com, or Chris Rohrer at 928-242-3704 and crohrer1956@icloud.com.

HK & F (Hand, Knee & Foot) ) Meets Thursdays, 1–4 p.m. Contact Dale Elik an at 847-858-7089 and dale.casey43@gmail.com or Judy Singer at 702-6336733 and judyandsandy@centurylink.net

Hand and Foot. Meets Tuesdays, 1- 4 p.m. Contact Jeﬀ Ir vine at 909-560-7289 and jir vinelv@yahoo.com or Amy Redd at 501-773-5201 and reddﬁre88@gmail.com

Mahjong. Meets Mondays, 1-4 p.m. Contact Judy Stanford at 702-378-6551

Mexican Train Dominoes. Meets Fridays, 1p.m. Contact Alanna Tiehes at 702-557-9051 and Diamond378770@gmail.com or Carol Jones at 661466-3478 and carolannejones1956@gmail.com.

Pan. Meets on Mondays at 5:45 p.m. Contact Renée Snodgrass at 818-807-3369 or 702-458-0013 or reneesnodgrass@gmail.com.

Paper Crafting. Meets Mondays, 1-4 p.m. Contact President Jeri Osowski at 847-431-1923 and aliantepaperpres@gmail.com or Vice President Colette Bates at 661-645-0042 and colette572010@gmail.com)

Pickleball. Club play is Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat. & Sun. at 7 a.m. (Spring/Summer) and 8 a.m. (Fall/Winter). Free lessons on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. (Summer hours), for new players and anyone interested in practicing their sk ills. Contact Debbie Westover at 775-848-2720 or debjb569@gmail.com.

Pinochle. Meets Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. & Sundays 46:45 p.m. Contact Renee Swanson at 702-773-2283 and reneedswanson@hotmail.com.

Poker. Meets Wednesdays at 4 p.m. and Fridays, 4:15 p.m. Contact Ned Percival at 725-204-1987 and SCAliantePoker@icloud.com or Laura Schriner at 703409-0212 and SCA_Poker@yahoo.com

Silver Needles and Threads. Quilting. Meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9-11a.m. Contact Diane James at 562-706-1616 and semaj2455@gmail.com or Sondra Harrington at 505-206-2298 and sondraharrington@yahoo.com

Solos. Social group for singles. Contact Teri Nar veson at 702-642-0689 and tnar veson@hotmail.com

Sun City Aliante Songsters. Meets Thursdays, 3:30 –5:30 p.m. Contact Lorraine Zanello at 702-460-9583 and lcompozr@aol.com or Holly Strasser at 702-3051768 and hollystrasser23@gmail.com.

Spades. Meets Mondays, 6 p.m. Contact Sonja Bankston-Cullen at 702-518-5597 and mrssbc@gmail.com

Sun City Aliante Steppers. Meets Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2 p.m. Contact Margo Young at 702-6491176 and jaxlady@hotmail.com.

Table Tennis Meets Monday-Friday, 8:30 to 10 a.m. Saturday - open play. Contact Ed Ernest at 269-5910759 and eeernest@yahoo.com. or Ir vin Levein at 626201-1448 and ir w.lev@gmail.com.

Technology Club. Meets 1st Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Contact Wayne Headrick at 725-227-3441 and wayne.headrick@gmail.com.

Tennis. Meets Tues., Thurs., Sat. mornings for Club Play Star t time 8 a.m. Weather may aﬀect star t times Contact Javed Akhtar at 972-342-5036 or jak htar123@yahoo.com.

Ukulele Strummers. Meets Sundays at noon. Contact Kevin Smith at 916-847-7422 and KHSNLV@gmail.com.

Veteran’s of Sun City. Meets 3rd Tuesday, 6 p.m. Contact Marc Hollander at 818-915-1509 and mhollander007@gmail.com

Veteran’s Auxiliar y of Sun City Aliante. Meets the 3rd Tuesday, 9 a.m. Contact Hjordy Wagner at 715-5299728 and hwiz wag@gmail.com or Julie Tomlin at 208320-8115 and jtomlin55@msn.com

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS

The following Special Interest Groups are Boardrecognized and may schedule meetings in advance. Please check the calendar.

Aliante Fil-Am Interest Group. Meets 1st Saturday, 5 p.m. Contact Chris DeLude at 702-655-3314 or Ana Marie K ilroy at 702-482-3034 and anakilroy@gmail.com.

Aloha Hawaii. Contact Coleen Stevens at 808-5003626 and cstevens195844@yahoo.com

Bowling. Meets Thursdays at noon at Sunset Station Bowling Center. Contact Ray Wong at 702-646-9664 and coach9664@yahoo.com.

Havarah. Meets to socialize & celebrate Jewish holidays. Contact Mady Shapiro at 702-399-5347 and shapiromr@yahoo.com or scahavarah@gmail.com. and Sher yl at 815-517-0610

Ladies' Golf. Meets Thursdays at Aliante Golf Course. Contact Robin Sharp at 303-641-2107.

LGBT Meets 2nd Wednesday, 6 p.m. Contact Sher yl at 818-517-0610 and suncityaliantelgbt@gmail.com or Mar ta Jabin Good at Cook ing4life002@Gmail.com

Minnesota Nice Group Meets monthly. Contact Obbie Har vieux at 651-735-9111 and Mar y Jo Jerome at mjjerome70@outlook.com.

Neighborhood Watch. Meets 3rd Thursday, 4:30 p.m. Contact Jim Blossey at 775-530-5119 and jimandpatb@embarqmail.com.

Seniors Assisting Seniors. Helps seniors with limited home needs & medical equipment. Hot line -702-9813149. Chris Rohrer at crohrer1956@icloud.com

Seniors with Warm Hear ts. Helps disadvantaged children and teens and other non-proﬁt organizations. Contact K aren Nutto at 201-787-9391 and nutto_k@yahoo.com or Carol Hoyt at 702-371-7550 and 8hwhoyt8@gmail.com