Straight-Piping” Experience the Wonder of a Lake in the Desert

By Brian Hartman, #866 Scottsdale Police Department Crime Prevention Officer, Via Linda District

One of the latest trends in custom car modifications has arrived in Scottsdale. The modification usually involves removing portions of a car’s exhaust system and “tuning” the computer that regulates a car’s fuel combustion. This produces loud “pops” and flashes that fire like gunshots out of the vehicle’s tailpipe. This trend is called “Straight-Piping” and there are numerous examples on social media sites.

The “Straight-Piping” trend has generated numerous calls and complaints from alarmed Scottsdale residents who often mistake the loud sounds for gunfire. This is a challenge for law enforcement as calls involving the possible discharge of a firearm are one of the highest priority incidents and result in numerous Officers being dispatched to the area. This trend is taking Officers away from other areas and duties where they are needed.

There are possible legal ramifications for those modifications to include both criminal and civil violations:

ARS 13-2904.A2 Disorderly Conduct

ARS 28-955 Mufflers; noise and air pollution prevention; emissions control devices;

A. A motor vehicle shall be equipped at all times with a muffler that is in good working order and that is in constant operation to prevent excessive or unusual noise. B. A person shall not use a muffler cutout, bypass or similar device on a motor vehicle on a highway. C. The engine and power mechanism or a motor vehicle shall be equipped and adjusted to prevent the escape of excessive fumes or smoke.

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Insurance Requirements When Renting Lake Serena Watercraft *** Why You Need To Provide Proof Of Insurance ***

As many of you know, the Lake Serena amenities available to our members are second to none! Where else do you find a lake with 5 miles of shoreline in Scottsdale? We currently have 2 single and 2 double kayaks, one canoe and one paddleboat available to reserve. The pontoon boat is currently not available due to continued concerns regarding COVID 19.

Note: If you are not already, please sign up for our Weekly Email Blast on the front page of our website to receive important information regarding our operations and it will be announced in the email when the pontoon becomes available. Website: scottsdaleranch.org

Keep in mind, the insurance requirements, as outlined below, offer protection for both the HOA and the homeowner or property renter.

RENTING LAKE SERENA RECREATIONAL BOATS –

When renting Lake Serena watercraft, you are required to provide proof of coverage by submitting your one-page current homeowner’s insurance declaration page. This is the page that includes: your name, the SRCA property address that is covered, and the policy period. Renters are required to submit proof of renter’s insurance.

SRCA does not provide any insurance of any kind for users of the boat(s). All expenses related to the treatment of injuries incurred while using the boat are the sole responsibility of the user or his/her insurance carrier.

If you have any questions regarding the insurance requirements, please call our office at 480-860-2022 and a member of our staff will be happy to assist you.

To make a reservation, please call Joni Shepherd at 480-8602022 or email her at jshepherd@scottsdaleranch.org. She will be happy to assist you.

You can find the reservation form on the SRCA website under: Resident Resources / SRCA Documents and Forms / Lake Serena Forms.

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