DC Ranch Net.com
A publication of the DC Ranch Community Council
January 2011 • Vol. 3, No. 1
In this Issue Get Connected
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Spotlight On: Pet Safety
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DC Ranch launches Facebook page Leashing creates safe environment
Marketplace News
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MSC Spotlight
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Meet AJ’s sushi chef-comedian Bruce Heppler Lost Dog Wash Trailhead provides access to popular Preserve trails
Family & Healthy Lifestyles 8 The Biggest Loser contestants gear up for fitness challenge
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Community Connections
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Com m uni t y Counci l | Page 14
Education & Philanthropy
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Around the Ranch
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Resident invited to participate in National Day of Service
Images tell of a busy month in our community
Featured Events & Meetings Thursday, Jan. 6
Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch Kick-Off Party Sole Sports Scottsdale 6 to 8 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 10
DC Ranch Association Meeting The Homestead Community Center 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28
Moonlight Movie Series
The Community Council operates both Desert Camp Community Center and The Homestead Community Center. The primary goal in this area involves developing a facilities and grounds management plan that accommodates and complements the high demand for use of each center. In addition, residents can look forward to enjoying more amenities at the centers such as ping-pong tables, a Wii gaming system, box hockey, and bocce ball. Audio/visual equipment upgrades are also planned for the coming year.
The Homestead Community Center 7 to 9 p.m. See Events Pg. 7
Chloe and Kent Bettelmann enjoy a friendly game of Wii tennis at Desert Camp. The Wii gaming system is one of several new amenities at the community centers.
Photo: Jon Carlson
Around Scottsdale
New Community Council board member Sandy Hoffman shares his perspective on leadership
The Community Council is preparing for a busy year ahead. Residents can expect the return of favorite event offerings like Eggstravaganza, Spooky Carnival, the Starlight Concert Series, and TGIF Fun Nights for Kids. In addition, the Community Council team is broadening its spectrum of community center, recreational, and community-building offerings. The following is a brief overview of the enhancements your Community Council is bringing to you in 2011.
Resident leadership opportunities, improved communications on tap for 2011 By Vanessa Torre | Ranch Association
2010 was an outstanding year for the Ranch Association. We saw an increase in financial stability and service efficiency, enabling us to reduce many assessments for 2011. In addition, accounts receivable is the lowest it has been in almost two years. As we move into 2011, we can continue to improve our services and leadership. For example:
Resident Satisfaction Survey
We will work with residents to determine where there are areas of concern, excellence, ideas and wants. We
plan to roll out the survey in the spring so that the information can be tabulated and analyzed in time for the Board’s planning retreat in early summer.
Board Member Opportunities
Four positions are open on the Ranch Association board of directors. Elections for these positions will be held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting on April 18. Serving as a board member is an excellent way to take the level of care that you have for your community
R e s i de nt Le ade rship | page 14
The Ranch Association recently trimmed plant material in the median along Legacy Boulevard, which has improved visibility when turning left from 98th Street.
Photo: Krista Hinz
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Your connection to the greater community
By Suzanne Walden-Wells | Community Council
Community Centers
Arts & Culture
Learn about upcoming SMoCA events and exhibits
Community Council to offer more opportunities to connect with family, friends and neighbors
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