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SUSD Board discusses public comment limits BY J. GRABER Progress Staff Writer

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he Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board last week discussed eliminating public comment at meetings and two somewhat less-restrictive curbs. The board also discussed allowing comments only from people with a connection to the district, such as residents or parents

of students in the district, or restricting comments to agenda items. While the proposed policy changes were discussed, the board took no action. Board member Jann-Michael Greenburg proposed the changes based upon previous board discussions about shortening governing board meetings and making them as efficient as possible. “I personally at this point given some of

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the pretty gruesome anti-Semitic and homophobic comments we hear on a routine basis would not be opposed to getting rid of public comment altogether,” said Greenburg, who attended the meeting by Zoom. But not everybody on the board feels the same way. Board member Patty Beckman said she

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fter a two-year pandemic-driven hiatus, the streets of Old Town will be cleared once more for bands to march and horses to gallop along during the historic Parada Del Sol. While this year marks the 68th year of the parade, it is the first time the Scottsdale Charros will host one fo Scottsdale’s signature celebrations. “The parade is a long-standing tradition

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Good Samaritan aids woman, 81, facing eviction BY J. GRABER Progress Staff Writer

hen Charles Peters read the Progress’ Dec. 26 story about 81-year-old Joan Holdsworth being forced to move out of her apartment on New Year’s Day, he knew he had to do something. “I said it’s not enough to read the story, I have to find the person who wrote it,” he said. He contacted the Progress, which put him in touch with Holdsworth and her daughter Marcia Uddoh. He took them out to dinner and got to know them. It turns out Holdsworth and Peters are both from the Caribbean – she from Jamacia, he from Trinidad. Peters said he just had to help. “It’s a very scary thing when you don’t know ... where you’re going to sleep tonight,” he said. He paid to put Holdsworth’s belongings in storage and called his real estate agent and asked her to send him links to some affordable apartments near her old apartment. They had to look around a mile away. “They weren’t going to find anything for under $1,500 around that area,” Peters said. Holdsworth moved in with a caregiver. Peters, a retired engineer, has paid three months’ worth of rent and care. “When I read the story, the first thing I said was how can someone at 81 be pushed out into the street?” he said. “I am going to be old some day too, is that how you’re going to treat me?” Holdsworth, who has been living in an extended stay hotel for the better part of January, moved into her new home earlier this month. Holdsworth was leading a simple life, making care packages for her church and delivering them in her pickup truck when she was felled by a stroke in June, then another one two weeks later and a third at the end of August. After that, she needed help doing practically everything but brushing her teeth and hair, so Uddoh moved up from Tucson to care for her mother.

After a Progress story about her imminent eviction appeared on Dec. 26, a Good Samaritan reached out to help 81-year-old Joan Holdsworth.

Then Holdsworth got a letter in November from her landlord’s real estate company giving her 30 days to vacate. Holdsworth asked for a six month extension, but that just brought a letter from attorney Denise Holliday. “Unfortunately, my client is unable to grant that request because he needs to move back into that home,” Holliday wrote. “It is imperative that the home be returned by 12/31/21 to avoid an eviction action.” Neither Holdsworth or Peters believe the landlord wanted to move into the apartment. Rents in the area have climbed significantly in recent years and the two believe the landlord simply wanted to take advantage of that. They were stuck. “I feel so unloved,” Holdsworth said at the time. “I am just as good as anyone else whether they have a million dollars or two cents. I’m part of God’s creation.” They did not want to fight the issue and risk getting an eviction on their record. They figured they would never be able to find a place to rent with that. So when faced with moving into an extended stay hotel or a shelter, the

two chose the hotel. And then Peters stepped in. “I’ve been through some very dark times and he helped me to be proud of me,” Holdsworth said. “There is someone there to walk with me through this difficult time.” Peters figures it’s about basic humanity. “Come on, we can’t just look away,” he said. “I hope this will spur on other people if they read this.” They were there for almost four weeks before moving into their new place. During that time, Holdsworth contracted COVID but she is recovering today, Uddoh said. “I’m really grateful (Peters) has entered my life,” Holdsworth said. “He will always be a friend, that’s what I needed most. And he’s got a friend. I am here for him. It’s not just a oneway street, it’s a two-way street.” Holdsworth, who grew up England and Ireland, was a painter in her younger years and made a living in real estate in New York. In 1991 she moved to Santa Fe, to simplify her life. She wanted to focus on painting and leading a spiritual life. She visited Scottsdale about three years ago for what was supposed to be a quick visit to the Mayo Clinic and has been in the apartment since then.

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Scottsdale candidates can gather signatures online PROGRESS NEWS STAFF

andidates for the Aug. 8 Scottsdale City Council election will be able to collect signatures electronically to get their names on the ballot through a system that has Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs in trouble with the state Attorney General. In the past, council candidates had to circulate hard copies of petitions but the Scottsdale City Clerk’s office has adopted E-Qual – a system provided by the Secretary of State’s Office that allows candidates for office to collect their signatures electronically. E-Qual verifies voter information against the statewide voter registration database and provides the voter with a list of nomination petitions eligible for them to sign. The attorney general’s office is threatening to prosecute and seek jail time for Hobbs if she follows through with her plans to temporarily take an online portal for candidate petition signatures offline.

But Nancy L. Davidson, general counsel for the League of Arizona Cities & Towns, said, Hobbs’ office “indicated that only U.S. Representative and State Legislature petitions will be disabled during that time period. All other petitions will be available for signing by voters in EQual and accessible to candidates in their portal.” At least one politico – who won’t have to worry about the election – praised the advent of E-Qual in Scottsdale. “We are excited to announce that this will be the first election where Scottsdale candidates can collect electronic signatures using the E-Qual system,” said Mayor David D. Ortega. “This is a great and secure way to ensure our residents’ voices are being heard. It doesn’t get any easier than having the option to support a candidate from the comfort of your own home.” Candidates for the three open council seats have until between March 7 and April 14 to submit 1,000 signatures in order to get their name on the ballot for the August primary election. That’s the

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same time period for legislative hopefuls to file. “When candidates are ready to submit their E-Qual petition signatures, along with any paper petitions and other required documentation, they should contact the Clerk’s Office to schedule an appointment,” said Scottsdale City Clerk Ben Lane. While hard-copy petitions are still an option, E-Qual provides a safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly option for residents to sign petitions at their convenience and allows candidates to use their website, newsletters and social media outlets to publicize how to sign their petitions. “In 2020, the Clerk’s Office processed over 2,400 pages of petition signatures,” said Mayor Ortega. “We hope candidates and residents will take advantage of E-Qual, our environmentfriendly alternative.” Scottsdale residents interested in running for City Council should contact Lane at 480-312-2411 or blane@ScottsdaleAZ.gov.

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Hobbs said she was considering pausing E-Qual for legislative and congressional candidates to give time to revamp the system to account for the new districts that were crafted for the 2022 elections. Assistant Attorney General Jennifer Wright, in a letter to Bo Dul, Hobbs’ attorney, warned Hobbs not to do that “Any such action would be contrary to law,’’ the attorney wrote. She told Dul that Hobbs must take “all steps necessary’’ to keep the system online “to comply with the law and her legal duties.’’ And there are teeth in that threat. Wright said that, at the very least, it is a Class 3 misdemeanor for Hobbs to knowingly fail to refuse to perform a duty required under state election laws. That carries up to 30 days in jail and a $500 fine. She noted, though, the refusal to keep E-Qual online actually could be a felony which carries a penalty of a year in state prison. Hobbs, for her part, is not backing down.

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for the city of Scottsdale and is as old as the city is,” said Jose Leon, the Parada Boss and a member of the Scottsdale Charros. “We’re really excited to get the community together and get our spring events here in the valley going.” Though the Charros are excited to have the chance to host a historic event, the organization is looking to past operators of the event for ways to honor the longstanding tradition. “The Parada Del Sol started out as a Chamber of Commerce event before the Jaycees took it over in 1964 and branded it as the Parada Del Sol,” Leon said. “When the Jaycees disbanded as an organization, a committee that was really passionate about the parade took over and reorganized it as a 501 c-3. “Our main goal is to make sure we get it back to how it’s been in the past and then re-evaluate over time to make it an even better event.” While the Charros had hoped to host last year’s Parada Del Sol, the event had to be curbed out of an abundance of caution during the first year of the pandemic. “Because this is an event that brings

For the ﬁrst time in two years, the streets of Old Town Scottsdale will be lined with marching bands and galloping horses as part of the 68th Parada Del Sol. (Special to the Progress)

the community together, the health challenges were essentially going to make the parade not feel like a community event, so the decision was made at the committee level to protect the community,” said Leon. “One of the other reasons why it was so difficult to make it work last year was

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because school bands were not able to participate at community events.” Traditionally the Parada Del Sol attracts between 100 and 140 entries with a third of them comprise school bands. “A lot of the directive from our perspective has come from the City of Scottsdale and from the city’s perspective and the community events perspective, everybody feels comfortable enough to go through with this event this year,” Leon said. “This year, the appetite to be able to go to community events is different and What: 68th Parada Del Sol there is the two-fold benefit of having When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 5 the entry of bands and the improvement Where: The parade follows a route in attendance of families who want to from Drinkwater Boulevard along see their children perform.” Scottsdale Road, ﬁnishing at Brown Now that there has been a consensus Avenue and Indian School Road that the Parada Del Sol can occur in a Cost: Free safer manner, the Charros are anxious to Info: scottsdaleparade.com watch the parade they have waited two years to host. “We’re extremely excited as an organization to give back to the community,” Leon said. “This is a western event that falls in line with what our values are as an organization. We focus on giving back to the community through scholarship dollars to kids while maintaining that western heritage In addition to nearly 30 school marching bands, several paradors will march through the streets of Scottsdale on in Scottsdale.” horseback. (Special to the Progress) Although the Scotts-

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City has concerns on 582-unit complex BY J. GRABER Progress Staff Writer

ity staff have taken issue with some of the design elements for a proposed 582-unit apartment complex with 17,000 square feet of commercial space located near the intersection of Camelback and N. Hayden roads. The apartments would be in two fourstory buildings with commercial property on the ground floor of the residential buildings in the first phase of the development named Gentry on the Green. “Staff has completed the first review of the submitted development application and has identified some concerns associated with the building design and architecture, as it relates to the city’s development review board criteria and sensitive design principles,” a staff memorandum states. Concerns include: The roofs are too steep and feature no overhangs in what the memorandum described as “farm house style” and it adds,

Gentry on the Green will have 1,864 units and 156,000 square feet of commercial space on 41.5-acres. (City of Scottsdale)

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is “absolutely against eliminating public comment,” calling that portion of meetings “sacred.” “I have been a part of this school district for 20 years and have been actively watching and attending board meeting for at least 10,” she said in an email to the Progress Wednesday. “In my opinion, public comment is an extraordinarily important way for constituents to communicate. Even though some comments are extremely difficult to listen to, I feel eliminating public comment would be a disservice to our district and community. Fellow board member Zach Lindsay said he would not feel comfortable removing public comment either, stating, “As uncomfortable as public comment gets at time, it’s important.” Beckman and Lyndsay said the public comment portion of the meeting is an important avenue for their constituents. “I honor and appreciate public input,” said board President Julie Cienniawski. “Communication is vital to allow leaders to grow, systems to change, and organizations to thrive. The concerns exist when our resources (time, talent, facilities) are used in manners which deflect the vision and mission of our school district. “We inspire, motivate, and empower all to think critically, act collaboratively, and embrace diversity for a life of intellectual exploration, community engagement, and personal growth,” she continued. “I want our students and staff to feel respected and valued. …I expect that the input included in our “call to the public” supports actual school business and it’s important that such comments represent facts and benefit the well-being of our students and staff, always.” Attempts to reach board Vice President Dr. Libby Hart-Wells for comment were unsuccessful. State Rep. John Kavanagh, R-Dist. 23,

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Aide Murphy Hebert said the law that Wright is saying her boss would be violating simply requires the secretary of state to provide a system that allows candidates to collect nominating petition signature online. “E-Qual is that system,’’ she said. “The fact that the system may need to be offline for a period of time for updates to

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the podium and grandstanding for their own agenda, as Republican gubernatorial candidate Matt Salmon has done at several Valley school board meetings in recent months, including Scottsdale. Aside from the attorney general’s office frowning on it, Lyndsay said it would be difficult Scottsdale Uniﬁed Governing Board members discussed eliminating or limiting public comments at to enforce that kind of meetings, though no action was taken. restriction. “What do we do, have called the proposed policy changes “to- our board meeting under this policy are someone there with a tally outrageous and maybe illegal. really people who have absolutely no con- computer checking every address?” he “I find it amazing that a school board al- nection to our district whatsoever – don’t asked. “What if they give you a fake adready under attack for lack of parent input live in it, don’t attend it, don’t have family dress or they refuse to give an address? is banning testifying,” he said. that attend it, aren’t employees here.” There are some privacy issues at work It’s okay for public meeting to not run Greenburg conceded that the Arizona here.” as efficiently as possible, Kavanagh said, Attorney General frowns upon these types Beckman agreed enforcement would be telling the Progress, “Tell them they are a of restrictions. difficult. public board that is supposed to represent “Counsel wanted me to note that the “As far as limiting who can speak at our their constituents, not a factory turning attorney general’s office for Arizona cau- meetings, It would be impossible to enout widgets.” tions against the use of these types of force specific limitations,” she said. “While Greenburg said the move to eliminate restrictions but they don’t provide any my main focus is on the the SUSD commupublic comment had been vetted by the citation other than to say it’s not against nity and our families, it would be a great district’s legal counsel Lori Bird and up Arizona law. But they caution against it, is burden placed on our staff to define the held as legal. my understanding. definition of stakeholder and make sure As an alternative, he also suggested re“Federal district courts and circuit speakers fall within those parameters. stricting the people who could speak. courts that have dealt with this have upIn an email sent to the Progress Wednes“One change here that is proposed is held these types of restrictions. Again, our day, Greenburg wrote: that only interested parties are permitted meetings are open to the public, they’re “I believe in the public’s right to speak to speak at our board meetings,” Green- not public meetings so generally speaking during board meetings. However, our stuburg said. “Interested parties are persons in terms of trying to maintain an efficient dents’ well-being is my main focus. Sadly, who live within the district, are parents or board meeting these types of restrictions our open call to the public has been coguardians of students who attend a dis- are held as long as we don’t discriminate opted by individuals and organizations trict school or use a district service, are among interested parties. An example be- that use these widely publicized comment students who attend a district school or ing one district had a policy that allowed periods as a pulpit to disparage our LGuse a district service or are employees of teachers who lived in the district during BTQ+ students, students of color, and relithe district. public comment but prohibited teachers gious minorities. “That’s pretty much as far as I can figure who did not live in the district to speak “A balance must be struck. After conpretty much every interested party and during public comment. That would not sultation with the board in November, I pretty much everyone who speaks at our be permissible.” proposed changes to our public comment board meetings,” he continued. “The only The proposed policy could cut down on people who would not be able to speak at instances like political candidates taking see COMMENT page 11 the system or, here, due to redistricting requirements beyond the control of our office doesn’t amount to a violation of the statute.’’ The threat to prosecute Hobbs does not come in a political vacuum. Wright’s boss, Republican Mark Brnovich, has been openly bickering with Democrat Hobbs for more than a year over everything from the legal positions she has taken when the state is sued over

its election practices to changes in the Election Procedures Manual. Both also are in the middle of high-profile campaigns seeking higher office: Brnovich for U.S. Senate and Hobbs running for governor. This latest squabble is a direct result of the decennial redistricting. The E-Qual system allows any individual to go online, provide some identifying information, and get a list of the candidates

for whom he or she can sign nominating petitions. For races that are not statewide, voters are limited to signing the petitions of only those legislative and congressional candidates from the same district. This is the first time the system has been used during redistricting. And the Independent Redistricting Commission is just putting the finishing touches on the lines. Capitol Media Services contributed to this report.

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policy Tuesday night that would prevent this type of activity from re-occurring. It is disappointing that two of my colleagues, Board Members Lindsay and Beckman, ignore the impact of such attacks on our children and continue to fail to publicly condemn this behavior and join me in taking action to stop it.” Bird recommended these types of policy changes might be better disccussed in executive session, which the public is not allowed to attend. SUSD Governing Board Meetings have been fracas affairs since the school year began in August as various groups have shown up to meeting pushing their agendas. One of the loudest groups comprised opponents of the district mask mandate. A group decrying what they see as Critical Race Theory (CRT) in the district’s curriculum has made itself heard too. Both have had supporters cheer and yell support for speakers they agree with or go so far as to make sheep noises when someone they disagree with gets up to speak. In other business, Superintendent Dr. Scott Menzel acknowledged that a number of children from the 300 Afghan refugees recently relocated to Scottsdale will be attending SUSD schools. The district is not giving out any more information in order to protect the students’ privacy. “The issue of Afghan refugees in our community have been a topic of conversation,” Menzel said. “I want to point out a couple of things that are really important to note here. First, the refugee that are here in Scottsdale are here at the invitation of the united states government. “They were individuals who assisted the United States while we had military forces in Afghanistan,” he continued. “Additionally, efforts are being undertaken to protect their privacy as much as possible of the very real risk they and their families back home in Afghanistan face if their information becomes public. “While I know there are lot of people who want a lot of questions answered with respect to specifics about these individuals, we have an obligation to protect their privacy. We have an obligation to provide a high quality education as long as they reside within our district … we are going to treat them with dignity and respect like we will everyone of our students within our school district.”

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Panel tie jeopardizes assisted living plan BY J. GRABER Progress Staff Writer

controversial assisted living facility near the intersection of E. Cholla Street and 88th Place will go before the Scottsdale City Council with a mixed blessing from the city Planning Commission. The commission voted 4-2 Wednesday to rezone the land owned by St. Apkar Armenian Apostolic Church to allow for the residential assisted living facility but then turned around and denied a recommendation for a conditional use permit to allow it. The vote on the conditional use permit actually came out a tie at 3-3. In the event of a tie though, according to procedural rules, the recommendation is denied. Commissioner Christian Serena, who was present for most of Wednesday’s meeting via Zoom, did not vote on either issue. Commission Chair Renee Higgs, Vice Chair Joe Young and members William Scarbrough and Barney Gonzalez all voted to recommend the rezone from singlefamily residential (R1-35) to townhouse residential (R-4) on 4.8 acres of a 7.4acre site. “I’ve got an assisted care facility not far from my house … I don’t notice really any traffic coming from that property,” Young said. “There are cars in the parking lot so I know there are cars coming and going but I don’t notice them. There are emergency vehicles sometimes that go there. They don’t have sirens blaring. “They may have their lights on and you know they will visit properties like this. So I think as far as the traffic issue, at least from my perspective and what my experience is, I don’t know it’s going to be there. There will be an uptick in traffic because this will be an added development to this parcel.” The approval came with some caveats, though, including a requirement that the southeast corner of the building, which is shaped like an “H,” be set back 12 feet on its top (third) floor. The panel also wants “residential materials” on the building to make it look less commercial and 36inch and 48-inch box trees planted along the southeast section of the property,

Neighbors turned out at last Wednesday’s Planning Commission meeting to discuss a proposed assisted living center in their residential neighborhood around Cholla Street and 88th Place. (J. Graber/Progress Staff)

There was a strong showing of support from the public at the meeting as 22 people spoke regarding the facility with seven being against it. “I’m afraid this facility that is going to house about (96) residents and hundreds of staff members is going to create a major traffic jam,” said resident Paul Katz. “I think the Armenian Church’s heart is in the right place and they want to do a good thing for their neighbors but this is just a horrendous location to place this facility. We ride our bicycles in the area…and this is going to create a traffic nightmare.” Church officials have been planning the facility since 2018 and have had four open houses to introduce it to neighbors. They hope to start work on it in the second half of 2023 and be finished in 18 to

“We are a loving, peaceful, hospitable, faithful, quiet community with a signiﬁcant number of elderly members.”

The proposed facility would sit among homes, but Planning Commission members who voted against it said it didn’t ﬁt in with the neighborhood. (City of Scottsdale)

where the building would be closest to private homes. Commissioners George Ertel and Barry Graham voted against the rezoning. “If it looked more residential, as Commissioner Gonzales said, I think it would be a more appealing project,” Ertel said. Gonzalez flipped his vote on the recommendation for the conditional use permit to force the tie vote – and cause the proposal’s demise. “This type of project doesn’t really look

like a residential piece …If this project looked differently, was integrated more into the residential side, this might be a better project,” Gonzalez said. The proposed facility would have 48 minimal-assistance residential healthcare units and 48 specialized beds for residents requiring more assistance with daily living. It would be three stories above ground with a basement below where deliveries could arrive and trash would be stored.

24 months. They anticipate 25 to 30 staff members being on duty during first shift with fewer required for second and third shifts. “We are a loving, peaceful, hospitable, faithful, quiet community with a significant number of elderly members,” said Ann Andonyan. “My mother is one of those members. I grew up in the Valley and we used to as the Armenian community rent out churches all across town as a place we could gather. “Years later we were fortunate enough to have one of our members donate land. We are so excited to build our church, to build our community center, a place where all of our elderly members can come together and practice our faith together. For them it’s their life. It’s their community … most of these members have lost their ability to drive. They want to be in a facility where they can go to church, they can participate in community activities.”

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Rancho Solano breaks ground for new school BY J. GRABER Progress Staff Writer

tudents at Rancho Solano Preparatory School’s lower school will soon have a whole new experience. The private school broke ground on a new $11.5 million building for grades preschool through fifth near the intersection of N. Pima Road and E. Via De Ventura that will be just blocks away from the upper and middle school campus. The new, 26,646-square-foot building will replace the current Greenway Road location. An opening date for the new facility has not yet been nailed down. It could be as early as August or as late as December of this year. The current facility is approximately 30 years old. School officials say the new facility offers a better technology and learning environments for the approximately 335 students in the lower school. The new facility, designed by architec-

tural firm Orcutt Winslow, will be built with expanded facilities to enhance programming for students and faculty. Plans include a new gymnasium, outdoor field and sports court. Students will also have updated STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) learning facilities and customized classrooms for special topics, such as Spanish, music, art, and technology. Caliber, a vertically-integrated alternative asset manager and fund sponso,r purchased the 26,646-square-foot site and will be the master developer. “We are pleased to offer Caliber clients the ability to invest in an Opportunity Zone attached to a K-5 school with the potential for high social impact,” said Roy Bade, chief development officer at Caliber. Rancho Solano will lease the space from Caliber for 20 years with a 10-year option to renew. Upon receipt of occupancy, Rancho Solano will be given the option to purchase the building and will

Students and adults participated in Rancho Solano Prep’s groundbreaking for a new school recently. (Facebook)

be offered that option again after the first and second years. “RSPS has been a fixture in The Valley since 1954,” Rancho Solano Managing Director Scott Salk said. “Our mission states we cultivate in our students the ingenuity to thrive in a global society and to be architects of the future. This partnership ensures RSPS will continue to offer a top-tier private school education and mold the future architects for generations to come.” Caliber is a middle-market alternative asset manager and fund sponsor with approximately $2 billion in assets under management and development. The company sponsors private funds, private syndications, as well as externallymanaged real estate investment trusts (REITs).

It conducts substantially all business through CaliberCos, Inc., a vertically integrated asset manager delivering services which include capital formation and management, real estate development, construction management, acquisitions and sales. Caliber delivers a full suite of alternative investments to a $4 trillion market that includes high net worth, accredited and qualified investors as well as smaller institutions. “My kids attended Rancho Solano for their elementary education and beyond,” Bade said. “I can personally vouch for their high-quality education, diverse student body and optimally low student to teacher ratio. I am confident Rancho Solano will not only excel in its new location but supersede its previous standards as an institution.”

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ago when the Army Corps of Engineers planned to build something similar to the concrete Los Angeles River. The project required a major general plan amendment because it proposed a change in the existing land-use category and exceed 10 acres. The City’s 2001 General Plan states that a major amendment is required if a site is changing from an urban neighborhood designation to a commercial, office or mixed use and also requires a major amendment for changes in land use on sites in downtown Scottsdale that are 10 acres or larger. Members of the city Design And Review Board got a first look at the project last week but did not take any action. For the most part, members agreed staff on the problems raised in the memorandum. Board member Shakir Gushgari said he was okay with the building’s grey color but felt “the white seems to be reflected. Maybe something warmer would be appropriate.” Vice Mayor Tammy Caputi, Council’s liaison to the board, said, “I just want to say I really like being able to hear these projects early because I know it’s very expensive and cumbersome for the applicants to get far down the path only to be told, ‘Wait we didn’t like that design or that color’ so it is just good to be able to

give comment this early and especially in this informal way.” “I’m generally in supportive of the project but I tend to agree with staff’s comments,” Caputi said. “I don’t feel strongly necessarily about the colors but about the pitch of the roofs I would have to agree with. It doesn’t seem contextual with the surrounding. I know this has come up a few other times, I keep thinking of the Christian Brothers Auto where it was steeple roofs, it’s just very not southwestern. I definitely agree with those comments. “Yes,” Caputi continued, “the colors should be sensitive to the surroundings but I’m with board member Gushgari, I don’t feel as strongly getting a little edgy with the colors doesn’t bother me as much but I definitely support going back to some of those sharp edges on the roof tops. Those don’t seem contextual at all. “And sure, more shading is always better. This is Arizona.” Board member Jeffrey Brand was okay with the colors but took issue with the roofs as well. “I one-hundred-percent agree with the comments with the pitches,” Brand said. “It’s not only the increased pitching of the slope but the narrowness of the … the piece that has the slope on it. It really increases and accentuates the vertical nature of this this project and being the only four-story piece in the area that has a lot

of two and three stories here, accenting the vertical from the ground to roof with a kind of high pitch seems like it could be not consistent with where you want the design direction of where you want this building to go. You may want to mitigate the apparent height instead of accent it.” Brand also zeroed in on the identical look of the two apartment buildings. “My biggest point of commentary on this proposal is the sheer volume of a design statement spread across phase 1A and 1B,” Brand said. “If you look at the site plan, it looks to be about 1,200 lin-

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State reaping big bucks in taxes from pot sales BY SARA EDWARDS Cronkite News

alking into a marijuana dispensary today, it’s hard to tell that it’s only been a year since the use of recreational marijuana was legalized in Arizona. Dispensaries that already were selling medical marijuana, which began in 2012, had to scramble to transition their stores to sell to both recreational and medical customers. Sol Flower, which has five dispensaries in metro Phoenix, was prepared for the grand shift, according to Allie Marconi, senior director of marketing for parent company Copperstate Farms. “We were prepared from the get-go and were one of the first few dispensaries to start seeing recreational shoppers,” Marconi said. “We spent the majority of last January preparing a lot of our assets and marketing communications to accommodate this shift.” The Arizona Department of Revenue reported that more than $196 million was collected in taxes from combined marijuana sales in 2021 – not including final December figures – with 22% of that total coming from recreational adult use. The department also estimated $528 million in taxable recreational sales. In addition to feeding dollars to the state, the cannabis industry employs 25,000 people and is growing quickly, according to the Arizona Dispensaries Association. Matt Pinchera, president of the Arizona cannabis company Hana, said the com-

Deontay Ware, left, and Jai Washington prepare to open for the day at Sunday Goods in Tempe. Ware and Washington are budtenders, who help customers place orders. (Hope O’Brien/Cronkite News)

pany’s two dispensaries have seen many customers new to marijuana over the past year. He noticed that recreational customers gravitate to products that are more discreet and convenient, such as edibles or vape cartridges, than marijuana flower buds. According to the Arizona Marijuana Tax Handbook, medical marijuana patients are required to pay a 5.6% sales tax, whereas recreational users pay that 5.6% sales tax and an additional 16% excise tax. The excise tax revenue is shared by community colleges, public safety, public health programs and infrastructure.

John Haugh, the CEO of Sunday Goods, which has multiple dispensaries in the Phoenix area, has noticed that medical marijuana customers spend more money than recreational users, which tracks with the statewide trend. The Department of Revenue estimated medical sales totaled more than $700 million in 2021, compared to more than $500 million in recreational sales. About 300,000 Arizonans hold medical marijuana cards, according to the Marijuana Policy Project. Sam Richard, executive director of the Arizona Dispensaries Association, said state

officials overall are permissive and flexible when it comes to regulations on marijuana, acting more as a partner in compliance rather than an enforcement agency. “That subtle mind shift is really helping in a moment where we’re all kind of figuring everything out together,” Richard said, adding that although cannabis remains illegal at the federal level, several protections are in place to protect licensed operators working in a regulated ecosystem. The association focuses on advancing legislation and regulation of the marijuana industry to protect and expose people to marijuana, or as Richard puts it, “introduce people to the Grand Cannabis State.” But the group wants to see more trust and support from policymakers. “The public trusts us to a large extent,” Richard said. “We have 25,000 employees that are actively working in the cannabis space right now in Arizona, and one of the fastest-growing industries.” Haugh said Sunday Goods wants to make the marijuana buying process less scary for new and returning customers. For example, the recently opened Tempe location includes a drive-thru window. In-store, customers can ask trained staff members about specific strains and other concerns, and browse product packaging. “We’ve really tried in our dispensaries to make you feel comfortable walking in and asking questions,” Haugh said. “And we want you to walk out with a smile and with confidence that you’re going to have the shopping experience you’re looking for.”

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hree men and a woman have been picked as finalists for the next permanent president of Scottsdale Community College and students and the rest of the public can meet them virtually tomorrow, Jan. 31. “The search committee, comprised of college, student, and community representatives, has conducted a thorough screening and preliminary

interviews with applicants in order to identify those best suited to lead SCC with long-term success,” the district said in a release. Public forums with finalists will be held 1:30-5:30 p.m. tomorrow, Jan. 31. Links for forums for students, employees, and the general public were promised on maricopa.edu/ executive-searches/scottsdale-community-college-president. The links

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also will appear on Scottsdale Community College’s website. Each forum allows the audience to ask questions and provide feedback that goes to district spokesperson Dasi Danzig “for further consideration as a part of a comprehensive and inclusive evaluation of each candidate.” The links to access the live-streamed events will be published on the Scottsdale President Search webpage and accessible from the Scottsdale Community College homepage. Here’s a brief look at what the district says about the finalists. More background is provided on the district’s presidential search page: Jennifer Eccles, Ph.D., MSN, M.Ed., RN

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Dr. Jennifer Eccles is the system director of nursing initiatives in Minnesota, liaising with 62 nursing programs encompassing 16,000 full-time equivalent students in the state system of 37 colleges and universities. She works with community, industry, government, and national partners to support workforce initiatives in Minnesota. Jennifer provides collaborative visionary leadership to pioneer, develop, and execute highly effective programs and services that “meet workforce demands, foster education, achieve equity, empower people, and change lives.” Jack Kahn, Ph.D. In the last several years, Kahn served as the dean for social and behavioral sciences and then the assistant superintendent/ vice president of instruction at Palomar

College in San Marcos, California. “In these roles, Jack worked with his teams to help expand the impact of LatinX/ Hispanic outreach, formed numerous community and industry partnerships, began middle college programs, launched Guided Pathways and several other initiatives. One of his most innovative projects has been working with colleagues at Camp Pendleton and Marine University to create and expand an apprenticeship to convert Marine training to Community College curriculum.” Mark Lausch, Ed.D., MPH In July 2020, Lausch took the position of vice president for academic affairs at SUNY Nassau Community College in Garden City, New York, and also serves as the accreditation liaison officer to the Middles States Commission on Higher Education and

oversees all operations relative to the strategic plan and its supporting plans. Lausch “significantly expanded Guided Pathways operations infusing it into all student-facing and student supporting areas of the college.” Eric Leshinskie, Ed.D., M.Ed. Dr. Eric Leshinskie is the interim executive vice chancellor and provost of the Maricopa County Community College District, where he oversees academic and student affairs; strategic planning and institutional effectiveness; business services; human resources; information technology services; and the Enterprise Performance Office. He had been vice president of academic affairs at Paradise Valley Community College, “where he collaborated with faculty and staff to advance PVCC’s mission of student success.”

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Panel defeats partisan school board races bill BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

tate senators on Tuesday quashed legislation designed to ensure that parents and others can protest outside school board meetings without fear of arrest. SB 1010 was killed on a 4-4 vote as Sen. Tyler Pace, R-Mesa, sided with the three Democrats on the Senate Education Committee who were opposed to the measure. But what apparently killed the legislation was not so much the questions about protest rights but a bid by its sponsor, Sen. Michelle Ugenti-Rita, R-Scottsdale, to also convert all future school board races to partisan affairs. She said that is designed to address a problem with the current system. “I’m not sure that parents know exactly what these school board members believe, what they think,’’ she said. And Ugenti-Rita said candidates having an “R,” “D” or whatever behind their names will make a difference. “Having to identify yourself with your party helps communicate to a potential voter where you stand,’’ she said. “And that voter can ask questions.’’ Pace, who has on occasion balked at toeing the party line, said that is based on the faulty assumption that those who are reg-

istered Republican, as he is, will all vote the same. Tuesday’s vote, however, may not be the end of the issue of protecting protest rights. Sen. Christine Marsh, D-Phoenix, said she recognizes that parents and others have been abused by school boards who want to keep protesters far away. “I, too, have been relegated to street corners,’’ she said. And Marsh indicated that she would support a resurrected version of the measure – one without changing how school board elections are conducted. Ugenti-Rita wants an exemption from state laws that make it a crime to interfere with operation of an educational institution if people are engaged in “peaceful protesting after school hours.’’ It also spells out that those who want to protest do not have to first obtain a permit or any other permission from the local school board. The vote by the Senate Education Committee comes amid heightened tensions both in Arizona and nationally as school boards debate controversial issues ranging from masking and remote learning to teaching of what some refer to as “critical race theory.’’ That has at times resulted in protests by parents unhappy with the decisions being made by board members. Ugenti-Rita said there have been situ-

ations where school boards call police to have protesters removed from the campus. A Phoenix man was arrested last summer after becoming unruly during a Chandler Unified Governing Board meeting. “So we were not allowed to protest on the property,’’ she told colleagues. And that, Ugenti-Rita said, undermines the reason for turning out in the first place. “The whole point is that they see you, we make some eye contact, they read the sign that I made with my daughter, which is why my whole kitchen is full of glitter,’’ she said. “I want you to know that I’m there, I want you to see me, I want you to see the numbers.’’ And the issue, said Ugenti-Rita, is not academic. “I’ve experienced it,’’ she said. “They call the cops,’’ Ugenti-Rita continued. And the whole ability of school boards to kick protesters off of property “gets weaponized and gets used as a tool.’’ Other lawmakers said it’s not that simple, what with issues of liability to the district if something happens on school property. Marsh suggested that one option would be to require those who want to protest on campus to get a permit and get insurance, just like anyone else who wants to have an event on school property. But Ugenti-Rita said protests often happen on short notice,

such as after parents see a particular item on a school board agenda and then reach out to others to express their opposition. “The whole point of spontaneous protest is it’s spontaneous,’’ said Sen. Paul Boyer, RGlendale. Marsh, for her part, remained unconvinced. And at least part of that is based on what is considered “peaceful’’ and automatically allowed. As crafted, SB 1010 says a protest is peaceful if it does “not pose an obvious threat to persons,’’ does not damage property, and does not interfere with or disrupt activities on school property where a school board or other meeting is taking place. “Who defines ‘peaceful’?’’ Marsh asked. Ugenti-Rita conceded that there is no good hard-and-fast line. “You kind of know it when you see it,’’ she responded. The real heartburn for some lawmakers was over partisan elections. “ ‘Partisanship’ shouldn’t be a dirty word,’’ Ugenti-Rita said. But Sen. T.J. Shope, R-Phoenix, pointed to the 12 years he served on the Coolidge school board. He said had elections been partisan affairs it is unlikely that the community, with its Democratic edge, would ever have supported him.

Rep. Steve Kaiser, R-Phoenix, who is sponsoring the measure, said he is mainly targeting surveys given to students without the consent of their parents. He told members of the House Education Committee those questions can include personal information of families, such as how many guns there are at home and whether their parents get along. But language about keeping secrets and the penalties against parents and schools caused some concern, even among some Republicans on the panel. Rep. Joel John, R-Arlington, said there may be situations where a student is just more comfortable confiding in a teacher with the admonition “please don’t tell my parents.’’ Kaiser, however, said it is simple: If it doesn’t rise to the level of reportable

abuse, then the parents should be notified, regardless of what is the issue. Rep. Michelle Udall, R-Mesa, who teaches high school math, said she understands the desire to keep parents involved. For example, she said, a student may come to her and say she is pregnant, information she has not disclosed to parents. “My advice is always to talk to them,’’ Udall said. But she said she didn’t want to end up facing discipline if she didn’t immediately call the parent and instead gave the child some time to do it on their own. But the question things like sexual orientation and transgender caused the most concern of some who testified against the measure. Russell Toomey, an associate professor of family students and human development at the University of Arizona said there is data to show that transgen-

der children in particular face an increased risk of harm if their parents find out. And he said there is data to show that these students are more likely to wind up homeless or commit suicide. Those allegations drew questions from Rep. Quang Nguyen, R-Prescott Valley. “There are many other problems I want to know about as a parent,’’ he said. Udall, however, said she has to side with requiring disclosure. She acknowledged that there are situations where parents are going to react badly to such information. But Udall said withholding it denies parents opportunities to be supportive. “That is the parent’s responsibility,’’ she said. The measure now needs approval of the full House. But John, who went along, said he may seek change if they want his vote.

Some lawmakers want teachers to out gay students BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

House panel voted 6-4 to punish teachers who keep certain student confidences from their parents – including disclosures the youngster is gay. HB 2161 would make it illegal for a government employee to withhold information that is “relevant to the physical, emotional or mental health of the parent’s child.’’ The measure specifically bars withholding evidence from parents about a student’s “purported gender identity’’ or a request to transition if that identity “is incongruous with the student’s biological sex.’’ Teachers who fail to call a parent could lose their certification. And parents can sue school districts that don’t provide them with that information.

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New wave of 48 women honored in new book

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“Upon graduation from the program, we had to present a project and Kellogg said ‘Now that we have invested in you, how are you going to lift up women in leadership?’ 48 Women is that project.”

decade after the publication of the successful book, “48 Women: Arizona’s Most Intriguing Women,” a sequel with a new wave of four dozen women is about to hit the market. The new “48 Women: Arizona’s Most Intriguing Women” is slated for an April 29 release and one of the women behind its development is optimistic about its potential influence across the state. “‘Impact’ is a word that I use because everyone in their own way has made one,” said Connie Robinson, the chair of the 48 Arizona Women Steering Committee. “The common thread of the women is the impact they’ve made.” It was just over a decade ago when Robinson was asking herself how she could make an impact herself.

Connie Robinson, the chair of the 48 Women Arizona steering committee, is excited for the release of the organizations second book detailing the impact of women across the state. (Alex Gallagher/ Progress Staff)

“The origin of ‘48 Women: Arizona’s Most Intriguing Women’ was born out of a philanthropy and leadership program through the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and in collaboration with the Women’s Funding Network years ago,” she said.

‘’Upon graduation from the program, we had to present a project and Kellogg said ‘Now that we have invested in you, how are you going to lift up women in leadership?’ 48 Women is that project.” Upon the first book’s release, Robinson felt this sequel was in order. “The first book we did centered around the Arizona Centennial in 2012 and it was after the sales began to pick up and men began asking us ‘Are you doing this again next year and when are you doing this for men?’” Robinson said with a laugh. Though Robinson was anxious to get a new book out as early as three years after the initial publication, several delays occurred. “We initially said we would do this three years later but this didn’t happen for various reasons, then we tried to do it five years later and that was when

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Scottsdale man collected nearly 2 million stamps

BY LIN SUE FLOOD Progress Guest Writer

t was 1939, and Monroe Wingate was just 9 years old when his father returned home from a business trip with a little package of German stamps. Two depicted an eagle circling the world with a swastika. Hitler’s invasion of Europe was all over the news and the young boy knew he was holding a piece of history. Over the last 81 years, Monroe has cataloged 962,000 stamps using a software program that helps him keep track of what he has. But he is only halfway through his collection. Honestly, I never met a stamp I

Phoenix Philatelic Association president, Kevin Lesk, admires Monroe Wingate’s collection. The large map above Monroe’s desk inspires him to research and pursue stamps from all over the world. (Courtesy of Hospice of the Valley)

didn’t like,” the 90-year-old chuckles. “Some collectors specialize in butterfly stamps or something. But I love them all and that’s my problem.” Stamp collecting may have begun as a hobby, but now it’s his life’s work. “Every stamp tells a story,” he said. “Commemorative ones celebrate statehood, for example. Others are pieces of art. They all have variations in watermarks and perforations. To me, every one of them is a miniature painting.” After respiratory illness reduced Monroe’s mobility several years ago, he “gave up sailing and golf,” his wife Peggy said. “But he’s never, ever bored!

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the pandemic hit,” she said. “When everything came to a halt, we realized how much more important it was because the educational component of this book that raises awareness of what women are doing had its importance displayed during the pandemic.” After driving through the state and taking nominations for the new wave of 48 women, Robinson noticed one commonality. “Through the process of learning who these women were and sending out nominations was how we learned about the depth of what these women were doing in their own communities,” she said. “These women are so humble and would have never self-submitted.” Among the 48 women profiled, there were some stories that Robinson felt were noteworthy. “For instance, Amy Bockersette – who plays golf at Paradise Valley Community College – inspired the Down syndrome community with her passion and Sian Proctor – who grew up wanting to be an astronaut – went up

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He can sit for hours studying stamps, storing them in albums or deciding which ones to bid on in auctions.” When Monroe’s Hospice of the Valley social worker, Thomas Corrigan, saw the extensive collection in the couple’s Scottsdale home, he felt compelled to introduce his patient to someone who would truly appreciate his passion for stamps. “I just knew he would enjoy sharing what he’s been working on for decades,” Thomas said. Which is how, one sunny morning, Monroe met Kevin Lesk, president of the Phoenix Philatelic Association, who was duly impressed. “This is a wonderful — the sort of thing you rarely encounter! Monroe is the epitome of a true collector who’s in it for the enjoyment and collecting for the love of it.” The camaraderie was instant. Both men paged through heavy volumes holding hundreds of colorful stamps from faraway places. Some mark world events like the Olympic Games; others feature Hollywood Legends or capture

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with SpaceX and changed the world in terms of orbiting around the world,” she said. Robinson was also blown away by the impact that the six women who represented Scottsdale have had on their community. “The impact of women who aren’t far apart in Scottsdale that contribute to building this community, making it stronger and lifting up women who have done amazing work through their leadership, is remarkable,” she said. Once the book is released, Robinson plans for the book to be used in an educational capacity both inside and outside of classrooms across the state. “We have a partnership with the Arizona Historical Society and this book will be in the 45 certified museums across the state so that everyone who visits those sites can see the book,” she said. “What we’d like to do and what we want to see is that this book becomes a part of classrooms especially in underserved areas and rural areas so that there is this increase in knowledge about what is possible and what wom-

Who they are Honorees hail from 15 cities across the state and include: Avondale: Betsy Hargrove Bullhead City: Nancy Mongeau Chandler: Kristine Mill Flagstaff: Coral Evans, Lyndel Manson Fountain Hills: Ginny Dickey Gilbert: Cara Christ Kingman: Krystal Burge Maricopa: Evandra Catherine Paradise Valley: Juanita Francis Phoenix: Amy Bockerstette, Katie Cobb, January Contreras, Naomi Cramer, Sybil Francis, Diana

en are doing across the state.” Robinson also plans to create a documentary about the original 48 women and how they align with the current decade of 48 women. “Showing those kinds of comparisons will show how far women have come and new and emerging leaders have so much opportunity, grab it and you can do it,” she said. As for her short-term goals, Robinson hopes that the book is a source of inspiration and knowledge for young women.

Graf Zeppelin stamps are some of the most popular and valuable stamps from the 1900s. (Courtesy of Hospice of the Valley)

pieces of history like the trio of Graf Zeppelin stamps. That particular set was issued for letters that the airships carried to Europe in the 1930s. “When people share their collections,” Kevin said, “their stamps educate us — about the past or current events or art or culture. It’s a hobby for anyone who is curious about the world. And collecting isn’t just for the rich… it’s available on any budget.”

Enthusiasts and serious collectors alike will be attending the Aripex Stamp Show, Feb. 18-20 at the Mesa Convention Center. This year, 47 exhibitors will be displaying their collections. For details, visit aripex.org. Kevin will even be there giving free appraisals to anyone who is wondering what their stamps may be worth. Monroe won’t be at the show this year, but he’s already looking forward

Gregory, Dawn Grove, Michele Halyard, Katie Hobbs, Kara Kalkbrenner, Pardis Mahdavi, Ruth McGregor, Cindi Nannetti, Sian Proctor, Reena Rastogi, Denise Resnik, Mary Jane Rynd, Jennifer Sands, Jannah Scott, Ann Timmer, Ginger Torres Scottsdale: Helen Collins, Susan Eastridge, Abbie Fink, Alexa Kasselman, Mitzi Krockover, Barbara Peters Somerton: Emma Torres Tempe: Sarah Davis, Miki Garcia, Liz Lerman, Tiffany Lopez, Colleen Jennings Roggensack Tucson: Lisa Lovello Yuma: Gladys Brown, Shelley Mellon

“I hope that the emerging leaders and current leaders feel inspired,” she said. “I hope it inspires all folks to want to do their best as it relates to what their passion is and that it will connect.” “I also hope that this book will provide some connection in terms of knowledge of who’s your neighbor and uplift and connect women’s networks internationally,” Robinson added. To pre-order the new book call Connie Robinson at 602-896-9000 or email her at crobinson@cox.net.

“When people share their collections, their stamps educate us — about the past or current events or art or culture. It’s a hobby for anyone who is curious about the world. And collecting isn’t just for the rich… it’s available on any budget.” to Kevin’s next visit. “I love being able to share my collection,” he said softly. “I wish more people did it.” Lin Sue Flood is Community Engagement director at Hospice of the Valley. To learn about programs and volunteer opportunities, visit hov. org or call 602-530-6900.

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Karen Bosch is new COO of Luxury Home Tours BY ALEX GALLAGHER Progress Staff Writer

hen Karen Bosch is not selling homes as an agent af�iliated with the North Scottsdale of�ice of Coldwell-Banker Realty, she spends her spare time operating as the COO of Luxury Home Tour. That’s an organization that encourages networking among different real estate �irms and touring homes of “architectural signi�icance” in Paradise Valley, Phoenix and Scottsdale. “I got my real estate license in 2004 in Paradise Valley and I was very aware of the Luxury Home Tour and I attended it on my own as an agent,” Bosch said. “I liked the integrity of the tour and the knowledge it imparted to the agents on the tour. We learned a lot about �inishes, current trends and all kinds of things.” Bosh was hooked from the start and knew she wanted to continue her involvement with the tour. “I later decided to volunteer after attending the tour and working at the lunch house, then in 2013 I was brought on as a tour director and a year later I was nominated and elected as a tour chair,” Bosch said. “Since then, I have served on the board in various capacities like the nominating, transition and �inance committees.” While the tour has introduced her to some of the city’s �inest homes, she also �inds its organization worthwhile for another reason. “It’s a really invaluable organization with two separate entities: the tour and the corporation,” she said. “On the corporation side, we contributed $15,000 to local charities like Detour Company Theatre, Arizona Pet Project and Teen Lifeline and many more, so there is the component where we are giving back to our community.”

She also enjoyed learning about the tour’s history. “The tour was started in 1982 and it was mainly to gain access to properties that agents weren’t able to access and still have trouble accessing,” Bosch said. “We’re composed of about 100 af�iliate members that are title companies, lenders, designers and inspectors and the other 600 members are Realtors.” While Bosch did notice a drop in attendance during the early days of the pandemic, she is seeing a steady return

“There’s also an inﬂux of jobs to the state that are bringing in all kinds of executives. Arizona is now attracting buyers from all over the world due to our great infrastructure, population and taxes. Couple that with the retirement and weather component – all of that appeals to people.”

towards normalcy within the tour. “Prior to the pandemic we had 200 in-person attendees to our events, but now we are seeing 140 in-person attendees and 20 additional via zoom,” she said. “There was a bit of a slowdown when the pandemic was declared in March of 2020, but we quickly grouped to create zoom meetings and virtual home tours to continue our work until people were comfortable to reconvene in person.” While the tour is beginning to feel normal again, it is having to function during an abnormal housing market. “There is still a limited inventory with

a lower inventory than in the past,” Bosch said. “There are de�initely more buyers than properties to show.” Bosch also says the in�lux of jobs into Arizona has impacted the luxury housing market. “There’s also an in�lux of jobs to the state that are bringing in all kinds of executives,” she said. “Arizona is now attracting buyers from all over the world due to our great infrastructure, population and taxes. Couple that with the retirement and weather component – all of that appeals to people.” Bosch says that could impact the base price for homes featured on the tour. “We currently have a minimum sale price of $1.25 million but there has been discussion about raising that price since the market has escalated,” she said. However, she does foresee one upcoming change that could cool the market down. “Interest rates are still low and will continue to stay low however it recently came out that interest rates are going to shoot back up on second homes beginning April 1, so we will see how that impacts the luxury home market,” Bosch said. Even with the rising home prices, Bosch is still blown away by the beauty of the homes on the tour. “It still takes my breath away with how many experiences there are on our tour and there are so many architecturally unique properties,” she said. While most people would love to see the homes on tour, there are certain criteria one must meet in order to become a member of the Luxury Home Tour including being a licensed and registered real estate agent. “Guests can also only go on the tour twice with a realtor member but then they are required to become a member

Karen Bosch is the COO of Luxury Home Tour and an agent afﬁliated with Coldwell Banker Realty in North Scottsdale. (Special to the Progress)

of the tour. We try to maintain the integrity and privacy of homeowners and showcase their properties to the top agents in the valley,” she said. “We also ask that no photography be completed on the tour unless permitted by listing agents.” Bosch is excited to see how the tour grows over the next year and believes it is a model for other markets across the country. “The Luxury Home tour is a model for other states and there are not many places in the country that have this type of organization that puts a lot of energy into its agents, the education and the integrity of the luxury market. I’m very proud to be a part of it,” she said. Information: luxuryhometour.com

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Scottsdale native to take part in Phoenix Open BY ZACH ALVIRA Progress Sports Editor

olf runs in the Summerhays family. Preston Summerhays, a freshman at Arizona State University, grew up in Scottsdale hearing stories and watching his great grandfather, grandfather and extended family members accomplish great feats on the course. His father, Boyd, played on the PGA Tour in the early 2000s. His uncle, Daniel, has played eight years on the Tour. Summerhays always imagined he would get his shot to appear in major events just like they did. As a spectator and standard bearer, he envisioned himself walking to the famous 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale during the Phoenix Open. After receiving one of just �ive available sponsor exemptions, he will be able to do just that. “When they told me I was receiving the exemption I was kind of lost for words,” Summerhays said. “I was trying hard not to cry. I was kind of in shock. It was super special and I’m super grateful to have this opportunity.” Summerhays will join a star-studded �ield of professional Tour players at TPC Scottsdale from Feb. 7-13 when the Waste Management Phoenix Open begins. The sponsor exemption automatically quali�ies Summerhays to compete in the event as an amateur, just like Arizona State alum Jon Rahm did in 2015 when he �inished tied for �ifth. Throughout his young career, Summerhays has been stellar. He competed on the Chaparral High School team while he completed his education online. He became a back-to-back Utah Amateur champion in 2018-19 and won the Junior Amateur Championship. He was also part of the U.S. Junior Presidents Cup team in 2019. Summerhays competed in the 2020

Scottsdale native and former Chaparral golfer Preston Summerhays received one of ﬁve sponsor exemptions to automatically qualify to play in the Waste Management Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale from Feb. 7-13. (Courtesy Sun Devil Athletics)

U.S. Open and the same year became the youngest-ever winner of the Sunnehanna Amateur, one of the premier junior golf tournaments. In 2021, he competed in the Barbasol Championship. He was also a First Team Rolex Junior All-American. Now he hopes to make an impact at the “People’s Open.” “I’ve been going to the Waste Management for 10 years A freshman at Arizona State, Summerhays joins the liked of now,” Summerhays Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm and Chez Reavie as Sun Devils to said. “That was the compete at the Phoenix Open. (Courtesy Sun Devil Athletics) �irst big tournament that drew me in as a kid. I love going the road.” there. It was just such a fun week for Summerhays �irst picked up a club me to go watch some of the best play- when he could walk. He would often acers in the world just �ive minutes down company his father to the course with

a cut down drive or putter and a loaf of break and hang out for the day. On rare occasions he became bored, he would feed the ducks at one of the ponds on whichever course they went to that day. He cherished those moments. And watching his dad have success fueled his desire to do the same. Summerhays always set lofty goals for himself. But at 14 years old, he played in the Waste Management pre-quali�ier at Lone Tree Golf Course in Chandler. A freshman in high school, he shot eightunder par. It was at that moment he realized he could make a future out of golf and play in the Phoenix Open. “I think that was when I knew I could do it one day,” Summerhays said. Like the rest of the 132-player �ield, Summerhays is now preparing for the Open. This year’s tournament purse is worth $8.2 million, with just under $1.5 million going to the winner. There are several aspects of the tournament he is looking forward to. For one, playing either alongside some of the pros or in the same tournament as those he grew up watching. There’s also the hometown aspect. He wants to represent his family, Scottsdale and Arizona State well. He knows what to expect from family and friends that remain close by and can attend the event. He even has a good idea about what to expect from the notorious 16th hole, where Arizona State alums Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm and Chez Reavie are typically greeted with boisterous cheers. Summerhays is looking forward to all of it. “I’m really excited to play with all the fans,” Summerhays said. “Being a hometown guy and an ASU guy, they’re probably going to get a little rowdy when I get there. But I’m excited to play with the crowds.”

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Judith Dickinson adds details to a piece she is painting during the Celebration of Fine Art 2022. (David Minton/Progress Staff Photographer)

Celebration of Fine Art returns with high ambitions BY ALEX GALLAGHER Progress Staff Writer

fter seeing record sales of art last year, the Celebration of Fine Art has returned for its 32nd year with high energy and hopes for continued success. Located off of Loop 101 and Hayden Road, 40,000 square feet of tents comprise home to 100 artists who have covered just about every inch of wall space with art and converted their slice of the space into their own studios where guests and buyers can get an inside look into the artist’s creative process. “It’s different than a gallery setting where we would put the art in the gallery and be void of the clients,” said Kirk Randle, one of the few artists who has displayed at every Celebration of Fine Art over the past three decades. “I have developed relationships and a client base over 32 years of doing this and that’s how this has come together.” While those who have been with the celebration since its inception admit it was

a crazy idea at first, it has turned into an event that artists circle on their calendars every year. “I have been involved since the beginning and back then everyone thought it was a crazy idea to put a tent in the middle of the desert and put artists and collectors together,” said Susan Morrow Potje, the show director of the Celebration of Fine Art and daughter of the show’s founder Tom Morrow. “But it’s turned into an amazing experience where people can stand at the elbow of the artists while they’re creating their work,” she said. Although the show has remained steady in its space size, Potje has noticed a demand for larger pieces in the years she has been involved. “We haven’t grown in size as we have stayed at 40,000 square feet of exhibit space and 100 artists but what’s grown over the years has been the quality of art in

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hy would a new mother like Vanessa Vasquez of Scottsdale get so passionately involved with a love triangle, jealousy, political, crime, race, class and gender issues, even murder? And sing about it? Because Vasquez is a multi-award-winning soprano on center stage as Micaëla in Georges Bizet’s “Carmen,” presented by Arizona Opera at Symphony Hall in Phoenix today, Jan. 30, and Tucson Music Hall, Feb. 5 and 6. Containing some of the world’s most memorable music, such as the “The Toreador Song” and “Habanera,” the four-act opera is among the world’s most popular, although Bizet despaired it was a failure even as he died. “The music is nothing short of fantastic, sensual and familiar. There is a reason why you have heard the melodies of this great opera referenced all over pop culture, and the story that accompanies the score is high drama and passionate from the start,” said Vasquez, who is returning to the opera after she and husband Isaac Farias became parents two months ago to Camellia, their first child. The baby pouts and cries when mom practices, Vasquez said, explaining, “I think it’s because she knows my voice and is wondering why I am not holding her instead of singing.” Micaëla is a soprano role and both roles are double cast. Vasquez is Micaëla Jan. 30 and Feb. 5 and Caitlin Gotimer, a Malverne, New York, resident, Jan. 29 and Feb. 6. Vasquez said that her toughest challenge is that Micaëla is a supporting role and isn’t on stage continuously.

Vanessa Vaquez of Scottsdale appeared in Vanessa Vasquez appeared in “La Traviata” during Arizona Opera’s 201819 season. (Tim Trumble/Special to the Progress)

“You can’t really pull from any momentum, and it’s easy to get cold while you wait for your next entrance much later in the show,” she explained. Another challenge is that her next stop is reprising Micaëla with Washington National Opera and a different cast. “You have a whole different production and concept you have to adapt to as well,” she explained. “And yet that’s what makes this career so spontaneous and exciting every time. You can sing one role dozens of times, but it will never feel boring or

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every aspect,” Potje said. “It used to be really simple where each artist had two 8’x12’ walls ….We learned over time that display is important and the size of paintings has substantially grown as bigger homes were built here.” “A lot of these artists sell almost as much art as they create in a year at this show,” Potje said. “It’s a great choice for artists to be here financially, the weather is also great and there’s such a sense of community. A lot of our artists have compared this

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to art camp only with the public there to buy and support it.” Because of this, the artists are able to translate their enthusiasm to potential buyers and give a sneak peek into their creative process – which also happens to be a great sales tool. “My biggest selling tool is sitting there painting while people watch me do what I do,” Randle said. “That makes it personal as people can see the person creating the art.” Not only has this technique attracted buyers, but it has also drawn the attention of artists like Erin Matlock, who is display-

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ing her art for the first time at the Celebration of Fine Art this year. “For me, it’s watching the progression of the artists and to see how their work changes and evolves over the years,” Matlock said. “To me, the growth of that spirit of art is interesting to me.” Other artists were sold on the opportunity to create a bond with the guests who walk through the spaces. “One of the reasons why I won’t do other tent shows is because by the time you set up, you don’t get the chance to paint or talk with the collectors or viewers like you do here,” said Priscilla Nelson, who has been showing her art at the Celebration the past four years. “It is fun, educational and the people coming through here learn a lot about what they like and the variety.” While Potje tries to create a show with good spirits, she also tries to keep the show diverse. “Each year at the end of the season, any artist who is in the show and wishes to come back submits an application and goes through the jury process,” she said. “We look at the quality of work, sales, ability to play well with others and provide an artistic balance. However, we try to have at least 15 new spaces available each year for new artists to come in.” However, Potje admits this is a hard task at times. “It does get harder to eliminate because we have so many high-quality artists,” she

said. “But having the new art is exciting for our collectors who come back year after year.” Potje also believes that the show’s educational component has become a draw for guests, especially in the past two years. “One thing we’re also proud of is how much education we have provided the community through our website, podcast and art discovery series we host every Friday at 4 p.m. during our season in our cafe,” she said. “People can walk through and talk to the artists to get different perspectives on art all day but we thought it would be fun to put together an organized method to pick topics. We felt this would be more formal and it would build the educational platform.” In addition to being drawn to the educational component, there is a sense of longing among the guests who are eager to experience the arts once more. “I feel like this is an escape,” Matlock said. “We all have been through quite a bit so if someone can leave all of that behind and be completely immersed in art, that’s a therapeutic experience and the celebration of art for me.” “We’re hardwired as human beings to appreciate beauty and most of what we experience here is art that will take you back to a memory or inspire a creative thought process,” Potje said.

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mundane because each experience is so different in who you work with and the new ideas that a director brings to the table.” Vasquez was born and raised in Scottsdale to parents who emigrated from Columbia in the 1960s and then to Arizona 30-plus years ago. At the Catholic University of America, she earned a bachelor’s of Music and then completed a master’s of Music at UCLA in Los Angeles. She made her professional opera debut in the summer of 2017 as Liù in “Turandot,” Puccini’s final opera, with the Des Moines Metro Opera. For the 2019-20 season, Vasquez appeared with the Canadian Opera Company, again as Liù in “Turandot,” and with the Washington National Opera singing her first performances of Donna Anna in “Don Giovanni.” This past summer, she sang the Countess in a new production of “Le Nozze di Figaro” with the Santa Fe Opera. With Oberlin in Italy, she sung Countess Almaviva in “Le Nozze di Figaro.” On the concert stage, she debuted with the Philadelphia Orchestra in J.S. Bach’s cantata “Nach dir, Herr, verlanget mich” and with the New York Choral Society in Haydn’s “Lord Nelson Mass.” Also in New York, she debuted with the New York Philharmonic as soprano soloist in Beethoven’s “Choral Fantasy,” and was soprano soloist in Honneger’s “King David” and Poulenc’s “Gloria” with Voices of Ascension. She was also a soloist with the Philadelphia Orchestra under Yannick Nézet-Séguin in the Academy of Music’s 160th Anniversary Concert and Ball. In 2017 she completed a four-year residency at the Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia. Still young in her career, she dreams of singing Desdemona in Verdi’s “Otel-

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There appears to be a consensus among artists and Potje that the show has picked up right where it left off in 2021. “As events and festivals have picked back up, artists are having their best years ever and 2021 was our highest year of sales ever,” Potje said. “If it continues like this, it could be a banner year,” Randle added.

lo” and the lead in Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly.” Vasquez is the recipient of a 2017 Sara Tucker Study Grant and has taken first prize in the 2017 Gerda Lissner Foundation Competition, the 2016 Licia Albanese Competition, the 2016 Giulio Gari Competition, the 2016 Loren L. Zachary Vocal Competition and the Audience Award in the Phoenix Opera Southwest Vocal Competition. “Vanessa is an exquisite artist. She is intuitive, a consummate stage actress and technically flawless, her vocalism is incredible, and she is incredibly sympathetic as a performer,” said Christopher Cano, director of the Marion Roose Pullin Arizona Opera Studio. “We are thrilled that she is based here in the Valley and lucky to have her perform again with us.” Vasquez credits “a village of people” that have assisted her, including voice teacher Bill Schuman, a resident of New York City. “He is way more than just a voice teacher; he is a therapist, a confidant, a critic, a cheerleader and, most importantly, my family,” she said, noting that she, in turn, helps young singers with master classes, talks and individual lessons. Soprano superstar Teresa Stratas is her favorite singer, and Vasquez recently met her. “She and I had an immediate connection. Our energies met with such meaning that she reached out to me shortly after to ask if I would want her piano,” she said. “I was floored. … I accepted with humble joy, and it is the piano I use in my home studio. I always try to channel even a morsel of her artistry, and playing her piano gives me infinite inspiration and for that I am truly grateful.” Together with family, opera is her love and her life, she said. “It is considered by many to be the most complete art form, combining all of the elements of art, words, music, drama and dance with the human voice at its epicenter.”

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Sippin’ Series returns for Valentine event BY JORDAN HOUSTON Progress Staff Writer

ith Valentine’s Day around the corner, the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will celebrate all-things romance with a selection of themed cocktails made to share the love. The center will host its Sippin’ Series: Pretty in Pink at 7 p.m. Feb. 12 in the center’s mezzanine. In its fourth season, the monthly Sippin’ Series provides a “deep dive” into “the world of cocktails, wines and spirits.” February attendees will taste and create an array of “cocktails in all shades of pink” crafted by a team of experts from the Republic National Distributing Company, a national wholesale beverage alcohol distributor specializing in wine and spirits. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Events Director Jamie Prins said the fuchsia elixirs are guaranteed to satisfy palates of all tastes as it is “not all sweet.” A Republic National Distributing mixologist will provide tips and tricks for those looking to advance their own mixology, as well as “surprise products to let guests taste and compare during the discussion.” Prins, also the Scottsdale Arts Festival director with a background in food and beverage, said the Valentine’s-inspired event is a great occasion to socialize and connect with the community. “Because it is a smaller and intimate group, it’s a good opportunity to have some one-on-ones from the mixologist from the Republic, or from me walking about and

Christine Hansen and Heather Yilmaz circulated among guests at the Scottsdale Performing Arts Center Sippin’ Series: Winter Citrus Cocktails earlier this month. (David Minton/Progress Staff Photographer)

talking to our patrons and getting to know them and understand their interests,” she said. “It’s really a great opportunity for people to get to learn more.” A mixture of history, regional information, creative recipes and fun new products, each Sippin’ Series event highlights a central beverage and “seeks to further develop knowledge on the topic through an in-person experience.” “We keep it very intimate and very rare,” Prins shares. “We get a lot of repeat customers, but we also get a lot of new people. “I would say it has been received very well. We typically sell out and do have a

limited amount of attendance – anywhere from 30 to 40, depending on the space we are able to book it in.” The Sippin’ Series is a spin-off of two other center events – The Catwalk Lounge, a season feature for �ive years, and the Discovery Series, a tasting series that explored France, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Japan. “The events would sell out very quickly and I determined that there was a taste from our patrons for these types of events,” the director said. After realizing the patrons were “thirsty” for more information on the previous offer-

ings, she dove in head�irst with the Sippin’ Series in partnership with the Republic. “I’m always learning. My history and experience have been in food and beverage and events my entire career – but I am still learning,” Prins states. “There are constantly new products, new liquors, new spirits and new specialty items that are constantly coming out and being presented to the public and it’s impossible to stay on top of that nowadays.” Prins continues to satisfy her curiosity through the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts mission statement: the dedication to provide “traditional and contemporary arts of interest to worldwide audiences, to create opportunities for audiences to have thought-provoking experiences with artists and speakers, and to foster creative expression, diversity in thought, and awareness of cultural heritage.” “The Scottsdale Arts has a variety of things to offer to folks in the community,” Prins said. “Take the opportunity to attend a performance, or show, or a museum, or one of these Sippin’ Series if you haven’t already began experiencing some of the things we have to offer.”

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Mary Catherine Smith died at home on January 14th with family at her bedside. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Dr. Darrell D. Smith, a Scottsdale cardiologist in November 2020. Mary grew up near Greenfield, Ohio, where she and Darrell attended McClain High School. After graduating, she performed secretarial work for a shoe company in Columbus, Ohio, before she and Darrell were married in 1956. After Darrell concluded his service in the Air Force Reserves and graduated medical school, they moved to Phoenix, where Darrell completed medical residency and cardiology fellowship. Mary was an active member of Shepherd of the Hills Congregational Church, serving as deacon for many years and cultivated a network of loving friends. She devoted her life to her family, supporting her husband’s career in interventional cardiology, raising three children and then helping to care for her five grandchildren while they were young. Mary and Darrell are survived by their children, Steve Smith (Janis), Joan Smith and Suzanne Santellanes, five grandchildren, Andy Smith (Kara), Adam Smith (Taylor), Aaron Smith, Mike Santellanes and Olivia Santellanes. Mary was GG to her three great-grandchildren, Ava, James and Wyatt. She will be remembered for her quiet, selfless generosity and kindness toward all those who knew her. Mary accepted people as they were, and her charity reflected that of her mother Reba’s, who was known to provide food for the “hobos” who jumped from the trains near Mary’s childhood home. Through her loving care of her family and service to her church, Mary nurtured many for whom she will always have a special place in their hearts. After delays due to COVID, a combined Public Memorial Service will be held to honor the lives of Dr. Darrell & Mary Catherine Smith at Green Acres Mortuary on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at 10:00 am followed by Reception at Green Acres (401 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ).

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Spencers has been a family owned, and operated business for over 48 years. A business you can count on for better prices, better selection, knowledgeable sales people and extraordinary service. At Spencers you get the products you need, at the prices you desire. 1000’s of people have made the wise choice by buying at Spencers - It’s like having a friend in the business!

REDUCTION

1.6 CU. FT. OVER-THE-RANGE MICROWAVE

WASHER

• 950 Watts of Power • 10 Levels of Power • Sunken Glass Turntable

DRYER

• 3.4 Cu. Ft. Capacity • 8 Wash Cycles • 3 Temperature Settings • Dual Action Agitator

• Super Capacity • Multiple Drying Cycles • Automatic Dryness Control

399

NED4500VQ CLOSEOUT

NTW450IXQ CLOSEOUT

EACH

DISHWASHER

• Normal Wash Cycle • Heated Dry On/Off • Standard Upper Rack

FRONT LOAD WASHER

DRYER

DVE45T6200W

RANGE • 4.8 Cubic Foot Capacity • Self Cleaning Oven • Smooth Top • Proudly Made in USA

DISHWASHER

REFRIGERATOR

• Integrated Control Styling • Premium Nylon Racks • In Door Silverware Basket • Energy Star Qualified

WRS325SDHZ

2350

WFE505W0HS CLOSEOUT

12 MONTHS NO INTEREST**

529

199

• 7.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity • 4.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity • 10 Cycles • 9 Options • 10 Wash Cycles • Steam Sanitize • Smart Care WF45T6200AW

• 2 HDMI Inputs • Airplay2 Built-In

WMH1162XVQ CLOSEOUT

299 679EACH

HDA2000TWW CLOSEOUT

1000’s OF ITEMS IN STOCK FOR FAST DELIVERY

58”

58” 4K UHD SMART TV

UN58TU7000

BFTF2716SS

STAINLESS STEEL 23 CU. FT. SIDE BY SIDE • Deli Drawer • Crisper Shelves

• LED Lighting FFSS2314QS CLOSEOUT

949

• 25 Cubic Foot Capacity • Spill Proof Glass Shelves • Humidity Controlled Drawers

WDF520PADM

BUYS ALL 3 PIECES

NO MATTER WHERE YOU SEE IT, READ IT, OR HEAR ABOUT IT, SPENCERS IS GUARANTEED TO BE A LOWER PRICE!

** NO INTEREST IF PAID IN FULL IN 12 MONTHS. $799.00 Minimum Purchase Required Minimum Payments Required 30.79% APR If the promotional balance is not paid in full by the end for the promotional period or, to the extent permitted by law, if you make a late payment, interest will be imposed from the date of purchase at the APR noted above. This APR is as of 7/4/2019 and will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. Your card agreement, the terms of the offer and applicable law govern this transaction including increasing APRs and fees and terminating the promotional period.

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IT NO CRED IONS OPT NEEDED, BLE AVAILA Due to current circumstances, some items may be out of stock.

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