What do you value about DC Ranch?

As executive director for the Community Council, there are many things that I value about DC Ranch: engaged and active residents who care about community; volunteer board and committee members who give freely of their time to make this a special place to live, work and play; our vibrant businesses that whip up delicious meals, experiences, and products; the view of the McDowells and the connectedness of our path and trail system; and the team members that put their heart and soul into making life on the Ranch unique, special and quality.

put passion into serving DC Ranch. We recognize those employees who role model our organizational values of teamwork, innovation, professionalism, passion and fun at an annual awards ceremony. Please help us celebrate them! Learn more on page 13.

Jenna Kohl Community Council Executive Director

Team members for the DC Ranch Community Council, Ranch Association, and Covenant Commission work, often behind the scenes, to contribute to the community daily. Whether thoughtfully pruning desert landscaping in common areas, planting wildflowers, cleaning trails after a monsoon, hosting families at Desert Camp Community Center for a spring egg hunt, leading a path and trail walk, finding cost efficiencies in operations, welcoming new residents, or gathering resident input, team members

DC Ranch News is a not-for-profit newspaper published by the DC Ranch Community Council to promote the DC Ranch lifestyle. The publication strives to build community by connecting current and future residents along with DC Ranch stakeholders through interesting stories and pictures. Ranch News offers value to its advertisers and perpetuates DC Ranch’s community values.

DC Ranch Community Council spotlights local businesses as a service to the community and for information purposes only.

DC Ranch does not recommend or endorse any described products or services.

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One of DC Ranch’s most highly treasured amenities is our path and trail system, which connects to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Whether you are a seasoned hiker or a newbie to the outdoors, the trails are a journey, as you keep your eyes open to new experiences and sights— learn more on pages 10-11.

As Aesop said, “Adventure is worthwhile.” Whether your adventure takes you to the trails or exploring a new role in serving community, may it be worthwhile, memorable, and impactful. Happy Spring!

DC Ranch Community Values

• Sense of Community

• Environmental Stewardship

• Family

• Healthy Lifestyles

Living Connected

• Diversity & Inclusiveness

• Lifelong Learning

• Artistic & Cultural Opportunities

• Relationship with Larger Community

DC Ranch seamlessly connects people to the beauty of both the created environment and the natural Sonoran Desert. Residents feel a sense of community, connecting with each other in friendship and common interest. It is a thoughtfully crafted community designed with unprecedented attention to detail. DC Ranch has a distinctive governance structure with ample resources that exist to ensure a legacy of an amenity-rich and active way of life. The highest standards and a convenient north Scottsdale location establish DC Ranch as a nationally desirable place to live with an exceptional quality of life and premium home values.

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