Scottsdale Progress - 03.28.2021 by Times Media Group

Discrimination ban ready for vote / P. 4

Different Empty Bowls event / P. 19

FREE ($1 OUTSIDE OF SCOTTSDALE) | scottsdale.org

An edition of the East Valley Tribune

INSIDE

BUSINESS....................22 Troon Golf is on a roll.

ARTS................................ 24 Musicfest ready for live audiences

FOOD...............................25 Where to find Easter brunch in Scottsdale.

NEIGHBORS...........................................19 BUSINESS................................................22 SPORTS................................................... 23 ARTS......................................................... 24 FOOD.........................................................25 CLASSIFIEDS.........................................27

Sunday, March 28, 2021

State warns Scottsdale to drop general plan proposal BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

proposal to preserve large rural land tracts in northern Scottsdale has drawn opposition from the State Land Department and could open the city to lawsuits under a 2006 law designed to preserve private property rights. The proposal, part of the current draft

general plan under consideration by the city, has the support of the majority of City Council. If approved, it would impact large residential lots north of Deer Valley Road zoned for minimum lot sizes of three acres or more by making it more difficult for property owners and developers to subdivide those lots into smaller parcels to increase the number of homes developers can fit onto the land.

Proponents of the change – including council members Kathy Littlefield, Betty Janik, Solange Whitehead and Tom Durham – have argued it will preserve large horse properties from being redeveloped into smaller lots as small as one acre. “And I just think the public benefit to me is pretty obvious in that we are trying to

Battle brewing On a national ride over downtown Scottsdale project

see GENERAL PLAN page 12

BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

City Council hearing on the $150-million Kimsey redevelopment in downtown Scottsdale was delayed as the city and developer grapple with opposition to the proposed height of the project. The redevelopment proposal from Utahbased PEG Development would replace the two-story Howard Johnson motel and The Venue, a four-story event center that has sat empty for years, with a new hotel and residential building near Indian School Road and Marshall Way.

see KIMSEY page 10

Andrew Bloom REALTOR®, Senior Partner Andrew@BVOLuxury.com VOTED #1 SCOTTSDALE REAL ESTATE TEAM FOR 2018

The Notre Dame Prep hockey team capped off the 2021 season with a state-championship win over Pinnacle and will now compete in the USA Hockey National Championships in Omaha, Nebraska in April For the story, see page 23.. (Courtesy Notre Dame Prep)

(480) 999-2948 www.BVOLuxury.com

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

#1 Rated Shop in the East Valley

Thank You for voting us

BEST AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR

Your Trusted European Car Specialists

We at Huffs Automotive are specialists in: Se Habla • BMW • Land Rover • Mini Cooper Español • Jaguar • Volkswagen • Audi • Mercedes Benz • Porsche

CALL NOW!

FREE

FULL VEHICLE INSPECTION $150 Value! Must mention ad when making appointment.

NOW HIRING

AUTO TECHNICIANS & MECHANICS

Experienced & Entry-Level Call 480-726-8900 Or Submit Resume at huffsautomotive@yahoo.com

Serving Chandler & the East Valley for over 10 Years • Family Owned and Operated

95 N. Dobson Rd. • Chandler, AZ 85224 480-726-8900 • huffsautomotive.com info@huffsautomotive.com

Call For An Appointment!

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

VIRTUAL TOURS TOURS AVAILABLE WITH ALL LISTINGS!! VIRTUAL

Weare arepositively positively We disrupting theway way disrupting the luxury real estate luxury real estate isis boughtand andsold. sold.Our Our bought omnichannel strategy omnichannel strategy leavesno nostone stone leaves unturned to bringaa unturned to bring buyer to your home! buyer to your home!

CO ER

L CA

Every Home Sale Directly Benefits Every Home Sale Directly Benefits Phoenix Children’s Hospital Phoenix Children’s Hospital

YS DA

O LF

TIM

$5,998,000

-4 N1

N CO

T IN

REALTOR® REALTOR®

$1,995,000 CALL BVO 480.999.2948

LOS GATOS 8617 E Los Gatos Drive Scottsdale AZ 85255 4 BD | 4.5 BA | 5,486 SF

DC Ranch $1,599,476

U TS SA EN

-3

2 N1

$1,500,000

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

MIRABEL CLUB 36791 N 102nd Place Scottsdale AZ 85262 5 BD | 5.5 BA | 5,469 SF

Director of Expansion

$2,150,000

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

CRESTVIEW AT FOUNTAIN HILLS 11007 N Crestview Drive Fountain Hills AZ 85268 5 BD | 6.5 BA | 6,903 SF

AUSTIN BLOOM AUSTIN Director ofBLOOM Expansion

4 2T1 SA

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

DESERT HIGHLANDS 10040 E Happy Valley Road 919 Scottsdale AZ 85255 4 BD | 4.5 BA | 5,606 SF

-4 T1 SA EN

$1,899,000

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

TATUM GARDEN ESTATES 9421 N 50th Place Paradise Valley AZ 85253 5 BD | 5.5 BA | 4,853 SF

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

T US

R DE

BABS BLOOM

BABS of BLOOM Director Marketing Director of of Client Marketing Director Care Director of Client Care

Senior Partner REALTOR® REALTOR®

$2,800,000

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

SILVERLEAF 7801 N Calle Caballeros Paradise Valley AZ 85253 5 BD | 4.5 BA | 10,026 SF

U TS SA EN

Y AS

480.400.1985

ANDREW BLOOM ANDREW BLOOM Senior Partner

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

CACTUS GATES 10800 E Cactus Road #39 Scottsdale AZ 85259 3 BD + Office | 3.5 BA | 3,745 SF

LOS DIAMANTES 12888 E Appaloosa Place Scottsdale AZ 85259 5 BD | 4 BA | 4,561 SF

9820 E Thompson Peak Pkwy 832 Scottsdale AZ 85255

-2 11 AT S EN

Y AS

2 T1 SA EN

-3

6 BEDROOM | 5.5 BATH | 7,464 SF | OFFERED AT $5,000,000

U ES

D UN

CT D UN

SOLD FOR $1,400,000

D UN

-2 11 AT

$3,250,000

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

CT UN

R DE

$774,900 CALL BVO 480.999.2948

$2,400,000 CT

O TS

$659,900

CT JU

N PE

U TS SA

S JU

$660,000 CALL BVO 480.999.2948

O TS

$1,200,000

DESERT HIGHLANDS 10040 E Happy Valley Road 341 Scottsdale AZ 85255 3 BD | 3 BA | 3,118 SF

D UN

$799,999

$689,900

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

CAMELBACK SHADOWS $1,100,000 3444 E Camelback Road Phoenix AZ 85018 CALL BVO 480.999.2948 CALL BVO 480.999.2948 4 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,659 SF DESERT HIGHLANDS

9270 E Thompson Peak Pkwy 347 Scottsdale AZ 85255 3 BD | 3.5 BA | 3,219 SF -2

$2,200,000 $1,475,000 -4 12 UN CALL BVO 480.999.2948 CALL BVO 480.999.2948 4S 2 - PARADISE VALLEY T CRESTVIEW AT FOUNTAIN HILLS SA 10637 N Arista Lane Fountain Hills AZ 85268 P E N 3256 E Palo Verde Drive Paradise Valley AZ 85253 O 5 BD | 5.5 BA | 6,033 SF 5 BD | 3.5 BA | 4,616 SF

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

11562 E Cavedale Drive Scottsdale AZ 85262 -2 4 BD | 3 BA | 3,567 SF 11

CALL BVO 480.999.2948 VALLEY VISTA 2009 W Bajada Road Phoenix AZ 85085 GRAYHAWK 5 BD | 3 BA | 3,578 SF

$999,000

$1,100,000 CALL BVO 480.999.2948

S JU

MIRABEL VILLAGE 10968 E Scopa Trail Scottsdale AZ 85262 5 BD | 4.5 BA | 4,232 SF

CRESTVIEW AT FOUNTAIN HILLS RC 10815 N Ventura Court Fountain HIlls D EAZ 85268 UN 3 BD | 3.5 BA | 3,568 SF

GRAYHAWK PINNACLE PEAK PARADISE $1,149,000 $1,250,000 7766 E Fledgling Drive Scottsdale AZ 85255 29229 N 74th Street Scottsdale AZ 85266 CALL BVO 480.999.2948 CALL BVO 480.999.2948 3 BD | 2.5 BA | 3,184 SF 3CACTUS BD | 2.5 BA | 3,610 SF | 5 Acres | Horse Property DESERT SUMMIT DC RANCH CORRIDOR 10186 E Kalil Drive Scottsdale AZ 85260 4 5 BD | 4 BA | 4,624 N SF1 U 2S 1T 11 - 2 A S 1 E N AT OP N S E OP

$1,200,000

$2,500,000

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

SONORAN HIGHLANDS NS E 10050 E Jopeda Lane Scottsdale AZ 85255 O PSF 4 BD | 4.5 BA | 4,440

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

SINCUIDADOS | OWNER AGENT 8300 E Dixileta Drive 213 Scottsdale AZ 85266 4 BD | 4 BA | 4,073 SF

HIDDEN HILLS NS 14371 P EE Kalil Drive Scottsdale AZ 85259 4O BD | 6.5 BA | 9,066 SF

S JU

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

GRANITE MOUNTAIN RANCH 30223 N Cowboy Court Scottsdale 85262 5 BD | 3.5 BA | 6,168 SF

4 1-

$1,399,950

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

1 T1 SA EN

$599,900 CALL BVO 480.999.2948

RIDGE 9847 E June Street Mesa AZ 85207 CALL BVO 480.999.2948 4 BD | 4.5 BA | 3,534 SF MONTERRA

10040 E Happy Valley Road 2034 Scottsdale AZ 85255 2 BD | 2 BA | 2,635 SF

$545,000

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

GRANITE $1,030,034

1T1 SA

$420,000 CALL BVO 480.999.2948

N PE

$899,000

26846 N 73rd Street Scottsdale AZ 85266 2 | 3 BA | 2,955 SF 4BD + office

1 T1 SA UN

$510,000

CALL BVO 480.999.2948

$359,900

RANCHO MADERA CALL BVO 480.999.2948 CALL BVO 480.999.2948 CALL BVO 480.999.2948 SCOTTSDALE MOUNTAIN GRAYHAWK GRAYHAWK 6231 E Mark Way 12 Cave Creek AZ 85331 13914 E Laurel Lane Scottsdale AZ 85259 19700 N 76th Street 1172 Scottsdale AZ 85255 19700 N 76th Street 1121 Scottsdale AZ 85255 SERENITY SHORES CONDOMINIUM GRAYHAWK BETHANY PLACE COURTS 2 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,260 SF 4 BD | 3 BA | 2,979 SF 2 BD + Den | 2 BA | 1,863 SF 2 BD | 2 BA | 1,863 SF

w V. O B LV UOXLUUR XY U RO YU . cP o. cmo m w wwww. B G R

19550 N Grayhawk Drive 1113 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 3 BD | 3.5 BA | 2,623 SF

6014 N 5th Place Phoenix AZ 85012 3 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,674 SF

4777 S Fulton Ranch Blvd 1059 Chandler AZ 85248 3 BD | 2 BA | 1,721 SF

20121 N 76th Street 1023 Scottsdale AZ 85255 3 BD | 2 BA | 1,585 SF

CITY NEWS

An edition of the East Valley Tribune Scottsdale Progress is published every Sunday and distributed free of charge to homes and in single-copy locations throughout Scottsdale. To find out where you can pick up a free copy of Scottsdale Progress, please visit www.Scottsdale.org. CONTACT INFORMATION Main number 480-898-6500 | Advertising 480-898-5624 Circulation service 480-898-5641 Scottsdale Progress 1620 W. Fountainhead Parkway, Suite 219, Tempe, AZ 85282 Publisher Steve T. Strickbine Vice President Michael Hiatt ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT Display Advertising 480-898-6309 Classifieds/Inside Sales Elaine Cota | 480-898-7926 | ecota@scottsdale.org TJ Higgins | 480-898-5902 | tjhiggins@scottsdale.org Advertising Office Manager Lori Dionisio | 480-898-6309 | ldionisio@scottsdale.org Director of National Advertising Zac Reynolds | 480-898-5603 | zac@scottsdale.org NEWS DEPARTMENT Executive Editor Paul Maryniak | 480-898-5647 | pmaryniak@scottsdale.org Managing Editor Wayne Schutsky | 480-898-6533 | wschutsky@scottsdale.org Staff Writers Kristine Cannon | 480-898-9657 | kcannon@scottsdale.org Photographers Pablo Robles | Probles@scottsdale.org Design Veronica Thurman | vthurman@scottsdale.org Production Coordinator Courtney Oldham | 480-898-5617 | production@scottsdale.org Circulation Director Aaron Kolodny | 480-898-5641 | customercare@scottsdale.org Scottsdale Progress is distributed by AZ Integrated Media, a circulation service company owned by Times Media Group. The public is permitted one copy per reader. For further information regarding the circulation of this publication or others in the Times Media Group family of publications, please contact AZ Integrated Media at circ@azintegratedmedia.com or 480-898-5641. For circulation services please contact Aaron Kolodny at aaron@azintegratedmedia.com

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

City Council to vote on discrimination ban BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

cottsdale City Council put the finishing touches on a proposed anti-discrimination ordinance and it plans to approve April 20. At a study session March 23, the Council fine-tuned the measure, adding limited exceptions and adding active-duty military and veterans to its list of protected classes. The proposed ordinance would expand on existing federal and state non-discrimination laws by adding protections based on sexual orientation and gender identity. It would also extend anti-discrimination protections to people working for businesses with fewer than 15 employees. The proposal, first recommended by the Scottsdale Human Relations Commission last summer, would prohibit employment discrimination in most businesses and all appointed and elected positions based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity. The proposed ordinance also requests that Council enforce complaints of discrimination through a mediation process. If the complaint is deemed valid, there would be civil charges, including warnings and incremental fines with a cap at $2,500. The ordinance would also include a policy statement applicable to the city government itself, prohibiting discrimination for protected groups in city services, programs and contracts. Attempts to pass an anti-discrimination ordinance date back to 2015 when former Councilor Virginia Korte proposed a similar measure that failed to gain traction with Council at the time. Korte then supported the current proposal when it was first proposed by the city’s Human Relations Commission in 2020, but, again, the measure failed to gain the support of the council majority. Despite those roadblocks, the push for an anti-discrimination ordinance in the city gained momentum earlier this year with the new council, including Mayor David Ortega and freshman members Betty Janik, Tom Durham

“It’s way passed time,” Scottsdale Councilwoman Tammy Caputi said of the city’s proposed anti-discrimination ordinance that will go before the Council for a vote on April 20. (Progress ﬁle photo)

and Tammy Caputi. All four newcomers – and veteran members Linda Milhaven, Kathy Littlefield and Solange Whitehead – have voiced support for the ordinance. If passed, the proposal would be the second anti-discrimination ordinance passed by a Valley city this year after Mesa City Council approved a similar measure on March 1. But opponents of the measure are racing against an April 1 deadline to gather 10,000 petition signatures to put the ordinance up for a voter referendum. “As I’ve said before, we’re no longer leading on this issue, we’re following,” Caputi said. “It’s way passed time…we should be promoting equality under the law for all of our citizens.” On March 23, Council directed not only the addition of military members, veterans and their families to the list of classes protected following a recommendation from the city Veterans Advisory Commission. That inclusion goes beyond language in ordinances passed by Mesa, Sedona and Tempe, which only list veterans as a protected category. Assistant City Manager Brent Stockwell said there is little indication that veterans are subject to discrimination in the community, but said those types of issues have occurred in the past, citing backlash against Vietnam veterans in the 1960s and 1970s.

“They weren’t saying that it was common, but the Veterans Advisory Commission thought it might make sense to put it in place now rather than wait until there was a problem,” Stockwell said. Scottsdale’s ordinance will also include limited exceptions, including a stipulation requested by Littlefield and Durham that would exempt individuals renting out a room within their personal home. The ordinance also includes exceptions in employment and public accommodations for religious organizations and private-membership organizations that have received IRS nonprofit status. Notably, the proposed ordinance would not include a blanket exception for small businesses, which make up approximately 80 percent of all businesses in Scottsdale. Korte, who faced pressure to include that type of blanket exception in her 2015 proposal, said it would render any anti-discrimination ordinance ineffective. “Well, if you carve out small businesses with 15 employees or less, you’re carving out (a majority) of the business in Scottsdale. So, you know, how convenient is that?” Korte told the Progress in 2019. This time around, Littlefield expressed concern that the new proposal could open small family businesses up to complaints and onerous fines if they choose to hire family members and friends. “If they say ‘no, we’re going to hire Uncle Joe’…and someone (outside of the family) says ‘well, I’m going to file my complaint; it’s a violation of my rights to be considered,” Littlefield said. But City Attorney Sherry Scott said the ordinance would only be triggered if a business put out a public call for applications – such as a hiring sign on the front window – and then discriminates against a member of a protected class as part of that public hiring process. “This does not prohibit a business owner of any size from hiring their uncle, their father, their kids, their best friend,” Scott said. “What it prohibits is if it has a position that’s open to the public and has some sort of selection process from not selecting someone who applied, because of one of the protected characteristics.”

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

The Joy of Connection O U R F A M I LY S E R V I N G Y O U R S

Enriching Life

Extending Dignity

With Purpose

Every person served in our community is treated as one of our own—a part of the family.

We’re changing the stigmas of Alzheimer’s and dementia care through industry-leading philosophies and techniques.

Our purpose built community and dedicated team of specialists have one focus—to serve those in need of memory care.

(480) 809-9090

ambercreekmemorycare.com / 11250 N 92nd St / Scottsdale, AZ

Call our trusted specialists today.

CITY NEWS

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

but that 138 positions remained vacant. Meanwhile, only the Civic Center and Mustang library buildings are open to the public with limited hours. The Arabian and Appaloosa branches are open for curbside pickup only. A city spokesman did not respond to a request to comment on when the city plans to unfreeze positions or reopen closed services. Residents should get a better idea of the city’s financial outlook heading into next year when city staff presents the first draft of budget for next fiscal year in April. While higher than expected, revenue from restaurants, bars and hotels has not recovered to pre-pandemic levels. Through February, sales tax receipts from restaurants and bars were still

City revenue picture brighter than expected

he City of Scottsdale’s revenues continue to outperform pareddown projections adopted last year, but the city is still taking in less money than it did prior to the pandemic. But the return of major tourist attractions like Cactus League – and the roll back of statewide COVID-19 restrictions on restaurants – could further buoy its revenue picture in the coming months. Through the end of February, the city’s General Fund revenues totaled $216.1 million – $21.9 million, or 11 percent, higher than projected in the budget adopted last June. That budget included around $30 million to $40 million in cuts due to the anticipated impact COVID-19 would have on the local economy, which is heavily reliant on tourism. Revenues are considerably higher than the city’s spending, which totaled $170.7 million through the end of February – about $500,000 less than projected. Still, the city’s revenues this year were 4.5 percent lower than the $84.6 million it brought in during the last fiscal year through February 2020. Revenue has outperformed budgeted projections throughout the fiscal year though the numbers through February are slightly lower than the $23.3 million positive variance the city recorded through December 2020. At Council’s March 16 meeting, acting City Treasurer Judy Doyle said the same revenue streams have been driving those positive numbers for months. The bulk of the city’s unexpected revenue – about $12.5 million – came from local sales taxes. According to Doyle, the $11.9 million in taxes connected to auto sales was 22 percent above expectations and the $8 million in taxes on construction activity exceeded projections by 51 percent. She said the bump in auto sales could be connected to sales and specials run by dealers to boost sales during the pandemic.

Crowds have returned to the streets of downtown Scottsdale, further bolstering city revenues that already outperformed dire projections included in the city budget last year. (Pablo Robles/Progress Staff Photographer)

According to Experience Scottsdale, occupancy at Scottsdale-area hotels reached 47.5 percent in February, a vast improvement over the sub-10 percent occupancy the industry saw during the worst weeks early in the pandemic but still a 42 percent drop from February 2020.

Cactus League fans returned to Scottsdale Stadium for the first time since last March, providing a shot in the arm for the local economy. (Pablo Robles/Progress Staff Photographer)

Retail sales taxes, driven in part by online shopping, were also up 25 percent to $17.5 million. Even industries like restaurants, bars and hotels – hit hardest by the pandemic – fared better than expected. Restaurants and bars turned in $5.8 million in local sales tax, 44 percent higher than projected in the budget. And hotels, a cornerstone of the city’s tourism industry, had sales tax receipts of $2.3 million, 38 percent higher than budgeted. The city’s revenues could be further

bolstered by the return of daily spring crowds – a far cry from the empty sidewalks that became a regular fixture in the early days of the pandemic. It is unclear when the city will rollback a series of cuts to staffing and services made in the current budget. A hiring freeze left over 100 positions unfilled and a rollback of some city services, included limited hours of operation at city libraries. In January, City Manager Jim Thompson told Council the city had started to fill a small number of open positions

down 25 percent compared to the same period in 2019-2020 and sales taxes from hotels were down over 50 percent. Industry data shows more people are returning to area hotels, though occupancy has not reached pre-pandemic norms. According to Experience Scottsdale, occupancy at Scottsdale-area hotels reached 47.5 percent in February, a vast improvement over the sub-10 percent occupancy the industry saw during the worst weeks early in the pandemic but still a 42 percent drop from

see BUDGET page 8

SHOP LOCAL AND SAVE UP TO - $1,500

• New Construction Windows • Interior Doors and Trim ® SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG MARCH 28, 2021 Multi-slide - Bi-folding| Doors • Doors VELUX Skylights and Sun Tunnels 7 • • Replacement Windows • Barn & Hardware • Construction Replacement Windows •• Barn Doors &Trim Hardware • • New Windows • Interior Doors and Entry, French and Patio Doors Security Doors & Retractable Screens • •

SHOP LOCAL AND SAVE UP TO $1,500 SHOP LOCAL AND SAVE UP TO $1,500 • New Construction Windows • Interior Doors and Trim Multi-slide - Bi-folding Doors • VELUX Skylights and Sun Tunnels ®

• Replacement Windows • French Multi-slide -Patio Bi-folding Entry, and DoorsDoors • Construction Replacement Windows • New Windows • • Entry, French andDoors Patio Doors New Construction Windows • Multi-Side - Bi-folding • Entry, French and- Bi-folding Patio Doors • Multi-slide Doors • Entry, French and Patio Doors

• Barn Doors ®&Skylights Hardwareand Sun Tunnels • VELUX • • Security Doors & Retractable Screens Doors & Hardware •Barn Interior Doors and Trim • Security Doors Retractable • •Interior Doors and Trim VELUX® Skylights and&Sun Tunnels Screens ® Security Doors and & Retractable Skylights Sun TunnelsScreens • •VELUX •

ROOF WINDOWS

Security Doors & Retractable Screens AND SKYLIGHTS ROOF WINDOWS AND SKYLIGHTS ROOF WINDOWS AND SKYLIGHTS ROOF WINDOWS AND SKYLIGHTS

SECURITY SCREEN SECURITY SECURITY SCREEN DOORS SECURITY SCREEN DOORS SCREEN DOORS DOORS

602.508.0800 | liwindow.com

4454 E. Thomas Rd.| Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.508.0800 liwindow.com Mon-Thurs 8:30-5p.m. Fri 8:30-4p.m. Sat 9-2p.m. | |liwindow.com liwindow.com 602.508.0800 4454 E.602.508.0800 Thomas Rd. | Phoenix, AZ 85018 |

ROC#179513

| Phoenix, |9-2p.m. 4454 E. Thomas Rd. AZAZ 85018 Fri 8:30-4p.m. Sat ROC#179513 4454 Thomas Rd. Phoenix, 85018

Mon-Thurs 8:30-5p.m.

CITY NEWS

BUDGET �� page 6

February 2020. The latest data shows that occupancy has continued to improve in the area as crowds arrive for Cactus League baseball. From March 7 to 13, occupancy at Scottsdale-area hotels reached 59.4 percent, up from 53.4 percent the previous week. Recent actions at the state level could further boost the local economy. On March 5, Gov. Doug Ducey lifted occupancy limits on restaurants. The city has also seen the return of Cactus League baseball at Scottsdale Stadium with limited fans. The city and San Francisco Giants announced last month that attendance at the 12,000-seat stadium would be limited to just over 1,000 fans. They then upped that capacity to around 1,500 and opened left field berm seating on March 12, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. The Barrett-Jackson classic car auction, which typically takes place in January, also returned this month to host its annual auction at Westworld, providing another shot in the arm for

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

the local economy. An economic impact study commissioned by Barrett-Jackson and the city in 2016 found the auction contributed $1,640,400 in revenue to the city that year. That impact is sure to be smaller this year due to safety precautions that included limiting capacity to 25 percent a day during the eight-day event. The city is also in line to receive a fresh infusion of cash from the federal government as part of the $1.9-trillion COVID-relief package passed by Congress and signed by President Joe Biden earlier this month. According to estimates from Senator Kyrsten Sinema’s office, Scottsdale is in line to receive $30.05 million of the $2.6 billion in relief directed to Arizona’s cities, counties and tribal communities. City officials did not respond to a request for comment on how it would prioritize the use of those new funds. The city previously received $29.6 million in federal relief last year and directed the money to a variety of uses, including public safety, improved air filtration in city facilities and support for local businesses and vulnerable populations.

Famed EV drive school takes new brand, name BY PAUL MARYNIAK Progress Executive Editor

he Bondurant School of High Performance Driving is no more. The storied school on the Gila River Indian Community that bore the name of Paradise Valley racing legend Bob Bondurant for 50 years has been renamed the Radford Racing School by owner Stig Investments. The renaming, announced last week, not only brings a new storied name in automobiles to the site but also resolves a three-year legal fight that school founder Bondurant and his wife Patricia waged in a desperate bid to hang on to the debt-ridden school. First, the Bondurants tried to keep the school from being sold at an auction in federal bankruptcy court to pay off some of its $3.5 million in debts. That effort failed when Stig Invest-

ments bought it in May 2019 for $1.7 million. Then Patricia Bondurant sued Stig in state Superior Court to stop it from using her husband’s name. That suit was resolved in a settlement three months ago, though the terms are sealed. In renaming the school, Stig has teamed up with another legendary name in the world of automobiles. Radford is a global luxury automotive coachbuilder “with a British heart and soul, creating on-trend vehicles based on classic timeless designs,” according to its website. It has its own storied past that has been invoked by the new owners of the Radford brand – English television celebrity Ant Anstead, F1 champion Jenson Button, car designer Mark Stubbs and business partner Roger Behle.

see BONDURANT page 17

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

MANUFACTURED EXCLUSIVELY FOR ARIZONA IN ARIZONA!

ARIZONA’S TRUSTED WINDOW & DOOR COMPANY

WINDOW SPECIAL

NOW N OW W OFF OFFERING FERIN NG

VIRTUAL ESTIMATES Please Pl se s send: end: en d: Exterior • Ex Exte teri te rior ri or ppicture ictu ic ture tu re ooff yo your ur hhome omee om Exterior window doors • Ex Exte teri te rior ri or ppictures ictu ic ture tu ress of yyour re ourr wi ou wind ndow nd ow or do door orss Width Height window needed • Wi Widt dthh & He dt Heig ight ig ht ooff ea each ch w indo in dow do w need eded ed

$2,850 Installed

EMAIL TO: q quotes@energyshieldwd.com uote uo tes@ te s@en s@ ener en ergy er gysh gy shie sh ield ie ldwd.c ld .com om

Max Size 30 Sq. Ft. per Window

• • • • •

PREMIUM WINDOWS REVOLUTIONARY GLASS MAXIMUM HEAT REFLECTION EXTREME DUST CONTROL HIGHEST POSSIBLE QUALITY

0% INTEREST OAC • ROC#310824

FACTORY DIRECT INSTALLERS LICENSED GENERAL CONTRACTOR

AFFORDABLE MULTI SLIDE DOOR SYSTEMS

SCHEDULE YOUR FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATE COVID-19 Protocol Compliant More Than Ever Factory Direct Matters

602-626-9929 6

SUB-

CONTRACTORS

Thermal Broken Frame, Low E Glass, Argon Gas. Custom Sizes Available

PRICING FOR WHITE OR TAN 3 Panel

(9’ x 6’8”) (12’ x 8’)

$5,185 Installed $6,455 Installed

4 Panel

(10’ x 8’) (16’ x 8’)

$6,690 Installed $8,195 Installed

6 Panel

(18’ x 6’8”) (24’ x 8’)

$9,940 Installed $12,415 Installed

Bronze and Silver Also Available Demo and Framing Additional Charge

EnergyShieldWindowsAndDoors.com Se Habla Espanol

Factory Showroom Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm, Sat 9am - 1pm 330 S. 75th Ave • Phoenix • 602-626-9929 OPEN MON. - FRI. 7AM - 5PM, CLOSED SAT-SUN

ROC# 310824

CITY NEWS

KIMSEY ��

The developer would preserve the adjacent Kimsey Triangle building, which was designed by famed architect Ralph Haver in 1961 on land owned by the Kimsey family. The Triangle project – already recommended for approval by the city’s Historic Preservation and Planning commissions – was scheduled to go before Council March 16. But that meeting was delayed to April 6 at the developer’s request because of residents’ concerns over the height of the hotel and residential building, both of which will be significantly taller than the existing zoning allows. Attorney John Berry, who is representing the Kimsey project, said, “As a result of input from the community, the mayor and city council members, we have made changes in our proposal that include reductions in height and the number of residences.” “As such, several City Council members wanted the public to have an additional three weeks to review these changes and asked us to delay our hearing,” he said. Current zoning on the site allows for heights up to 36 feet. The development application initially sought to rezone the site and utilize public improvement bonuses to increase the height to 96 feet. However, on March 11, the developer filed an amended application and reduced the height to 76 feet. It also reduced the requested residential units from 230 to 190. Councilwoman Solange Whitehead said she also negotiated a stipulation stating the site would revert back to original zoning if the project does not materialize in the next few years. Those concessions have not quieted the project’s critics, though. “Zoning ordinances are what they are for many reasons,” Scottsdale resident Jim Bloch wrote the Progress. “Have those reasons changed (or) do we just have a majority of our city council, that has been bought and paid for by the development community, some of whom campaigned on being anti monstrosity developments that do not improve our city, and do not pay for themselves, and are not favored by the folks, as we have witnessed with (Proposition) 420 and (Southbridge Two)?” Bloch wrote. Much of the opposition has come from

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

area, agreed. “They want growth; they want density; it is their lifeblood,” Marvin said of his tenants. “Without that, they can’t succeed…not only is reducing height or not letting The Kimsey go forward anti-development, it is almost anti-competitive.” He added, “We’re hamstringing the people who mean the most to me in a commercial sense.” Still, PEG and its Kimsey project could face an uphill battle as it heads before a council with a new majority that has proven itself skeptical of amending exThe proposed Kimsey redevelopment would replace the two-story Howard Johnson motel and isting zoning downtown. Mayor David Ortega, Janik, The Venue, a four-story event center that has sat empty for years, with a new hotel and residenDurham and Kathy Littlefield tial building near Indian School Road and Marshall Way. (Progress ﬁle image) have all vocally criticized increases in height and density the same residents, politicians and prop- Council members Solange Whitehead, downtown in the past. erty owners that successfully mobilized Betty Janik and Tom Durham. And Bob Littlefield’s PAC could have real against the Southbridge Two developThe meeting was organized by local sway on that new majority. ment last year over similar concerns, property owners, not the developer. Both Littlefields were vocal opponents using a voter referendum to sink that Of the two dozen who attended the project. meeting, all said they supported building of Southbridge Two on similar grounds, Former Scottsdale Council member and the Kimsey project, saying the area needs and campaign finance reports filed with mayoral candidate Bob Littlefield, a vocal projects to attract new shoppers, tourists the city show their PAC has received financial support from others with ties to the opponent of Southbridge Two, recently and residents emailed supporters criticizing the Kimsey “I say build that building taller,” said referendum, including downtown properproposal. Steve Johnson, who owns the Atelier ty owners Janet Wilson, Bob Pejman and Littlefield called the height reduction bath and kitchen showroom in Craftsman Michael Simonson. Simonson, who donated $87,000 to the a “classic bait-and-switch tactic” and ar- Court, just 1/10-mile from the Kimsey referendum campaign, also contributed gued the 76 feet now proposed by the de- site. veloper is “no doubt what they hoped to “We have someone willing to invest $4,300 of the $9,025 raised by Keep Scottget in the first place.” $100 million…you should embrace that,” sdale Special PAC since it was created in September 2020. The email was paid for by Keep Scotts- he said. Prior to being elected to office, both dale Special, a political action committee Several residents who own properties organized by Littlefield. His wife, Council- near Johnson’s shop agreed, and said they Durham and Janik actively supported the woman Kathy Littlefield, is listed as the wanted Council to know that the individu- Southbridge Two referendum alongside PAC’s treasurer. als who opposed previously redevelop- many of those same donors who now supBob Littlefield has long criticized city ments like Southbridge Two do not repre- port Littlefield’s PAC. Simonson and his wife Cindy Simonson council for amending existing zoning to sent all downtown stakeholders. approve tall, dense developments, argu“The loudest voices are often the ones contributed $12,900 to Ortega, Janik and ing those developments overtax existing that have the least at stake,” said Eric Mar- Durham’s campaigns during last year’s infrastructure and unduly burden tax- vin, whose family owns several properties elections. Janik and Durham told the property and payers. along Marshall Way near the proposed business owners at the March 24 gath“They are also trying the old ‘if you don’t Kimsey project. approve this bloated, hideous project you Property owner David Free said the ering that they are willing to listen to all will get something worse’ dodge (always a new apartment tenants and hotel guests points of view before making a decision. “This is what I needed to hear, and I’m rehoax),” Littlefield wrote. would be a godsend to local businesses. But the project also has its supporters “It is an absolute game changer,” Free ally appreciative that you all cared enough among the historic preservationist crowd said. “So as I listened to all my neighbors to come and share,” Janik told them. “And I want to ask you to send emails and many local property and business talk about their struggles, what I hear is owners, who said they welcome increased we’re desperate and we’re all thirsty and to everybody on city council, because heights and density. you guys have the ability to give us a drink the more you speak up, the more people within city council begin to realize there Some of those local property and busi- of water right now.” ness owners met on March 24 with City Marvin, who has 11 tenants in the are two sides to this,” she said.

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Oh, What Fun! Bird Food • Feeders Garden Accents • Unique Gifts

Our memory care is accredited for two reasons. You. And your family. Because having the confidence and peace of mind of accreditation is important. That’s why Maravilla Scottsdale senior living community is accredited by CARF International— an independent organization that sets exceedingly high standards for care & safeguards. It’s a lot like an accreditation for a hospital or college. We think you’ll find that our accreditation is only one of the many reasons to take a good look at Maravilla.

20% OFF

One Regularly Priced Item

Valid only at Scottsdale store. One discount per purchase. Offer not valid on previous purchases, gift cards, optics, DSC member or sale items. Offer expires 4/30/21.

7001 N. Scottsdale Rd. Suite 174

In the Seville Shopping Center, Two doors from Wildflower Bread Company

(480) 306-5153 • www.wbu.com/scottsdale

Serving Valleywide

Longevity Secrets: BLUE ZONES DEMYSTIFIED Friday, April 9th • 2:30pm

Join us virtually for an informative discussion on unlocking longevity and the impact of Blue Zones. Brian Browne, with Dementia Care Education, will discuss the lifestyle science that contributes to longevity. Please call 480.535.9893 to RSVP and receive the link.

CASITAS | COURTYARD RESIDENCES INDEPENDENT & ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE

7325 E. Princess Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ MaravillaScottsdale.com | 480.535.9893 ASK ABOUT OUR EXCEPTIONAL SAVINGS SPECIAL!

AS A CHOICE, WE OFFER CUSTOMIZABLE IN-HOME CARE SERVICES OR SPECIALIZED DEMENTIA CARE to fit every need With our Personal Care Attendant’s, we can provide assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, toileting and transportation.

For inquiries? Please Contact Us 480-720-9038 or info@heartsfordementia.com www.heartsfordementia.com

9375 E Shea Blvd., Suite 100 Scottsdale, AZ 85260

CITY NEWS

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

GENERAL PLAN ��

maintain a distinctive character,” Durham said. But critics, including State Land Commissioner Lisa Atkins, said it will devalue State Trust Land in the area – violating state law. On March 23, Atkins sent a letter to Council opposing the proposal. “I am concerned, though, that a future of great potential may be jeopardized by the proposed ‘Desert Rural’ Land Use Designation, because of its negative effects on property rights and the Beneficiaries we serve,” Atkins wrote. In a similar letter sent to Council in 2016, she wrote that the proposal would reduce the value of land by reducing the number of homes a developer could build without pursuing a major general plan amendment – an onerous and expensive process considered by the city only once during each calendar year. The Land Department manages millions of acres of State Trust land throughout Arizona and regularly sells off parcels of land to developers with the proceeds benefiting K-12 schools and 12 other entities. That function is preserved in the

MENDOZA Cleaning & Sanitazation General Cleaning, Laundry & More 1 time • weekly bi-weekly • monthly Ask about Windows & Sanitazation Services

FREE ESTIMATES Call Mireya Mendoza Now!

480-259-0935

Arizona State Land Commissioner Lisa Atkins sent a letter to the Scottsdale City Council stating her opposition to a proposal to include restrictions in the new general plan that would make it more difficult for property owners to subdivide large multi-acre lots in parts of northern Scottsdale. (Arizona State Land Department)

State Constitution. Approximately 430 acres of Trust Land would be impacted by the desert rural land use change, according to a spokesman for the Land Department. “As the fiduciary…of State Trust Land… the Arizona State Land Department proactively guards against changes in land use, policy or regulation that would detract from the value of the Trust’s holdings,” Atkins wrote in 2016. Atkins’ concerns were ultimately rendered moot in 2016 because the then Council majority chose not to bring a General Plan update before voters due to disagreements over the controversial desert rural measure. With a new update scheduled to go before Scottsdale voters in November, Atkins again stated her opposition. Atkins wrote the desert rural proposal would amount to “an arbitrary change of rules and entitlements long-established” and would violate the Private Property Rights Protection Act, a ballot initiative approved by Arizona voters in 2006 that states land owners are entitled to compensation if zoning actions by municipalities lower the value of their land. She sent the letter to the city after being contacted by residents Mike Norton

and Larry Kush, who were concerned the new designation would make the city vulnerable to lawsuits under the Private Property Rights Protection Act. “You’re taking away the value of people’s land; you’re diminishing their value through that change,” Kush said. When asked by the Progress if the State Land Department would consider suing if Scottsdale pushes through the change, Atkins did not rule it out. “The Arizona State Land Commissioner’s responsibility is to make decisions that are in the best interest of the Trust so all options will remain open,” Atkins said. At a March 23 discussion on the topic, Councilwoman Tammy Caputi said she was concerned about opposition from local property owners. “It looks more like we’re locking the doors behind us and we’re taking money off of our tax rolls for the benefit of the fortunate few,” Caputi said. “The owners of these parcels that I heard from were strongly in opposition to having their land restricted.” The City Attorney’s Office did not respond to a request to comment on the possibility that desert rural change could open the city up to lawsuits. Despite concerns that the Private Property Rights Protection Act would result in a flood of lawsuits, the act has been invoked relatively sparingly over the past decade, mostly by private property owners who believe actions by local governments have devalued their land. Many Valley cities – including Scottsdale – have sought to have property owners sign a waiver of claims to avoid lawsuits. According to a 2009 article in Arizona Law Review, Scottsdale asked property owners to sign the waiver as a precautionary measure when they requested a use permit, abandonment, land division or development review. It is unclear if the city would attempt to have affected property owners in northern Scottsdale sign waivers – or if those property owners would have any interest in doing so. The State Land Department, one of the single largest landowners in the area, probably won’t be signing any waiver. “On behalf of the Trust Beneficiaries, I respectfully request your rejection of the ‘Desert Rural’ General Plan land use category proposal,” Atkins wrote officials. The city has attempted to gauge support for the issue among affected proper-

ty owners, but those efforts have offered little clarity thus far. According to the city, the change would affect a total of 1,300 property owners who collectively own 8,054 acres – 43 percent of which is undeveloped. The city mailed letters to those property owners requesting comment but received few responses. According to city staff, it received just 155 total responses on the proposal from all residents – not just impacted property owners – and found 88 in support of the desert rural land use and 67 opposed. Additionally, 83 residents supported requiring a major general plan amendment to modify a desert rural tract and 72 opposed that idea. With little solid data to rely on, there is a disagreement on Council over whether or not citizens support the change. “I think the community is very supportive of checking density as well as acreage…They don’t want these high-density projects to be automatically approved and go through without any say one way or the other,” Councilwoman Kathy Littlefield said. But Councilwoman Linda Milhaven said she believes most affected property owners are against the proposal – and their concerns should outweigh the opinions of residents without a vested stake in the area. “When we’ve got a significant number of property owners telling us that this would create an undue burden on them, I think we need to listen to them, and I think we need to give their voices more weight than perhaps some others,” she said. The lack of data concerns even some council supporters. Janik, Whitehead, Littlefield and Durham all said they supported the proposal for the moment but wanted additional feedback. Janik said she supported the new designation to preserve the city’s horse properties but was bothered by the low response rate when the city requested comment. “We need more input on this…I want to hear from more than 10 percent of the people that will be affected by this, because that’s really what government is about,” Janik said. “It’s about consensus – let’s get everybody to say how they feel, and then I think we all can make a bettereducated decision.”

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

FREE SEMINAR SERIES EMERGING

A series of seminars designed to develop the professional communication skills needed to explore, secure, and thrive in your career.

PROFESSIONALS

Attend one or all. Open to the public!

These engaging seminars are offered live online via Webex Events and will take place from 1:30 - 2:45 p.m. Participants who complete the series will receive a Certificate of Participation.

scottsdalecc.edu/emerging-pros Through my work in the emerging professionals seminars, I have been able to accomplish things I never thought were possible. I secured internship offers from all of the big four accounting firms and have accepted an offer to work for Ernst & Young in the summer of 2021. I have been able to apply lessons from the seminar almost everyday since the completion, and I am significantly more prepared to face the professional world and for that, I will be forever grateful. ~Ryan Shambaugh SCC Business School Graduate

FLEX START CLASSES You can still sign up for Spring semester by taking courses that start later. scottsdalecc.edu/future-students

(480) 423-6700 scottsdalecc.edu

3/30

Networking 101

4/6

Interviewing Strategies

4/12*

Practice Interviews

* Interviews will be scheduled individually during the week of 4/12. Requests for practice interviews are due by 4/5.

ONLINE LEARNING CENTER

New to online learning? Want to enhance your experience? Take advantage of our free tools, videos and resources to get more out of virtual learning. scottsdalecc.edu/olc The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or national origin. A lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the career and technical education programs of the District. The Maricopa County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities. For Title IX/504 concerns, call the following number to reach the appointed coordinator: (480) 731-8499. For additional information, as well as a listing of all coordinators within the Maricopa College system, visit www.maricopa.edu/non-discrimination.

CITY NEWS

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Community college tuition help advancing

BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

inancial help may be in sight for recent high school grads who find themselves a few bucks short of community college tuition. Without dissent, the Senate Education Committee last week agreed to set aside $10 million for scholarships to provide what it’s sponsor calls the “last dollar’’ needed that will make a difference between post-secondary education and none. But Rep. Aaron Lieberman, D-Paradise Valley, said HB 2638 is about more than just aiding students. He said the COVID-19 outbreak has sharply cut enrollment at community colleges throughout the state. And Lieberman said he figures that can be reversed by getting more students in the classroom. Meanwhile, the House Education Committee, without dissent, resurrected legislation designed to allow community

colleges to offer some four-year degrees. HB 2523 had cleared the House last month on a 57-3 vote. But to date it has not gotten a hearing in the Senate Appropriations Committee, where it is assigned. The new version seeks to get around that by taking the language and stripping it on to an unrelated measure on school expenditures that already had cleared the Senate. That means if the now-revised SB 1453 is approved by the full House, it then goes back to the full Senate for upor-down review, bypassing the ability of any committee or chairman to kill it. The problem, said Lieberman, starts with data showing that community college attendance statewide is down by about 40,000 from pre-COVID levels. He said this isn’t simply about putting more bodies in seats to generate revenues. Lieberman said fewer community college graduates means fewer people getting the skills that Arizona employers want and need. And that, he said, damp-

ens economic development. HB 2638 is targeted specifically at anyone who graduated from an Arizona high school last year or will graduate this school year who, for the moment, is not going to college anywhere “to find those missing students, get them back enrolled.’’ Most importantly, he said, they would get up to $3,000 toward the total cost of a year of schooling. To be eligible, someone would have to qualify for a federal Pell Grant. These are available to anyone with family income less than $50,000 but are generally reserved for those below $20,000. Lieberman said these grants, with varying amounts up to about $6,500, can help with tuition. But he said what students ultimately get – Pell Grants can be less than the maximum – may not be enough to cover not just tuition but other costs, ranging from books to the cost of getting to and from school. And that, he said, can be the difference between a student going to college or not.

A fluttering heart is a romantic idea. But not a healthy one. 1 in 4 adult Americans over the age of 40 could develop an irregular heartbeat. Those odd sensations, a fluttering feeling in your chest, erratic heartbeats? The fact is, irregular or abnormal heartbeats, known as arrhythmia, aren’t normal at all, and they definitely aren’t to be ignored. It could be atrial fibrillation or other heart rhythm disorders—conditions that may cause the electrical impulses of the heart to happen too fast, too slowly, or erratically, when left undiagnosed and untreated. The first step in protecting yourself is a heart health checkup with one of our heart rhythm experts at the Dignity Health Heart Arrhythmia Center – Chandler Regional Medical Center. Now’s the time to schedule a consultation with our experts at LearnAboutArrhythmia.org or call 480-728-5500.

Lieberman figures that $10 million is the most he can seek and get approved. But he figures it could help about 3,000 students a year and train them for the jobs Arizona employers need. “It is really desperately needed to help fix that kind of broken pipeline,’’ he said. One thing that is helping build support is that the legislature has curtailed state aid to community colleges. Some of that was strictly to balance the budget. But Sen. Paul Boyer, R-Glendale, noted that while there are still some unrestricted dollars flowing to rural community colleges, there has been no such aid to the Pima and Maricopa systems. Sen. Sally Ann Gonzales, D-Tucson, said she knows why. “It all was political,’’ she said. Gonzales said some Republican lawmakers were peeved because those two community college systems had agreed to let “dreamers’’ pay the same tuition as others who qualify for resident status.

see TUITION page 17

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Agency on Aging helps seniors in pandemic PROGRESS NEWS STAFF

he Area Agency on Aging Region One came out strong for seniors during the year of the pandemic. The Area Agency on Aging Region One funded more than 1.2 million meals to homebound seniors since last March and handed out over 2,100 cleaning supply kits, among other services and resources. The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust awarded the agency a $50,000 grant to provide transportation for seniors to COVID vaccine sites and a $100,000 grant is being used to develop elderSHOP – through which Area Agency staff and volunteers grocery shop for older adults who can pay for groceries but can’t go to a store. “The funding from Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust enabled us to expand our services to assist older adults who wanted to get COVID vaccines but didn’t have the means and others who were unable or afraid to go to the supermarket. We are deeply grateful for that support,” said Area Agency on Aging President and CEO Mary Lynn Kasunic. “On a broader scale, our staff and volunteers really went the extra mile to ensure that essential needs in the community were covered,” she said. During the last 12 months, the Area Agency on Aging’s 24-hour Senior help line responded to 68,939 calls, 24,500 more than during a typical year and delivered an average 7,197 meals a day – double the pre-pandemic volume. It also said 936 older adults were transported to medical appointments through UberHealth and that 5,790 food bags and boxes were delivered by the Agency’s AmeriCorps Members and new volunteers. In addition, 6,874 meals were delivered to homeless seniors living in hotels

see AGING page 17

CITY NEWS

Prompt Quality Professional Service

SINCE 1978

602-956-7299

15995

PLUS TAX

• 6 Standard residential locks within 15 mile radius of our shop If outside area service charge applies. Call us today to schedule your appointment! • Locks Rekeyed • Commercial Locks

ORDER FROM US AND SAVE!

• Deadbolts • Residential Locks

• Safes • Security Products

LOCKABLE AND SECURE MAILBOXES

20% OFF

Safes and Mailboxes

VISIT OUR SHOWROOM

4454 E. Thomas Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018 Open Mon-Thurs 8:30-5pm & Fri 8:30-4pm ROC#308272

S H OW E R S A N D B AT H S

NEW SHOWER

SALE

We’re only offering these savings for this month only. Hurry and take advantage of our HUGE SAVINGS!

Call for a FREE consultation

866-983-3771

$799OFF Dreamstyle Shower System

MONTHS

NO WITH

PLUS

–INTEREST – PAYMENTS – MONEY DOWN

FREE SHOWER DOOR* THIS MONTH ONLY!

*0% APR for 18 months available to well qualified buyers on approved credit only. Financing not valid with other offers or prior purchases. Finance charges will be waived if promo balance is paid in full in 18 months. Down payment may be required, OAC. Valid with the purchase of a complete Dreamstyle Shower Systems. Due to COVID, some restrictions may apply. Dreamstyle Remodeling, Inc. (fn) ROC260542 B-3

CITY NEWS

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Intel’s $2B expansion bringing thousands of jobs

BY PAUL MARYNIAK Progress Executive Editor

n a move that will have major implications for the Valley’s economy, Intel last week unveiled plans to invest $20 billion for the construction of two new fabrication facilities at its Ocotillo campus in south Chandler over the next three years. “As I hope you’ve gathered, Intel is back,” Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger said at a press conference March 23 announcing the tech giant’s plans. “This is the old Intel. It’s now the new Intel as we look to the future.” That future includes 3,000 permanent high-tech, high-wage jobs; over 3,000 construction jobs; and approximately 15,000 local long-term jobs in support companies. Intel’s investment is part of its “IDM 2.0” Initiative – a major evolution of an “integrated device manufacturing” model that Gelsinger said makes Intel “the only company with the depth and breadth of software, silicon and platforms, packaging, and process with at-scale manufacturing customers can depend on for their next-generation innovations.” “IDM 2.0 is an elegant strategy that only Intel can deliver – and it’s a winning formula,” he said. “We will use it to design the best products and manufacture them in the best way possible for every category we compete in.” Assisted by unspecified federal incentives from the newly passed CHIPS for America Act, which is designed to grow

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger detailed the tech giant's strategy behind its $20 billion investment during a press conference March 23. (Courtesy of Intel)

domestic semiconductor manufacturing, Intel’s expansion aims for an even bigger global market share in the fiercely competitive semiconductor industry. It also comes at a time when the Biden Administration is encouraging domestic manufacturing growth in an industry beset by a worldwide semiconductor shortage. Automakers and medical device manufacturers, among others, have been pressing for federal investment in domestic semiconductor production. Chip shortages are disrupting digital manufacturing, from electronics to medical devices to technology and networking equipment, according to the Harvard Business Review and other sources.

Particularly hard hit is the automobile industry, the Review said, reporting that “automakers were slow to order more semiconductors and then lost out to more nimble electronics manufacturers.” “The automotive industry is experiencing another critical market shift that has important supply chain implications: As carmakers increasingly prioritize electric vehicles, cars are becoming electronic devices,” it continued. “This means the automotive industry now must face the competing demands of all other industries, including those in electronics and those adding internet connectivity to their products.” The strategy Gelsinger unveiled

showed Intel’s determination to come to the rescue before competitors like Samsung Electronics and AMD can beat it to the punch. “Overall, there are strong winds that are forming for expanding, accelerating and seeing the critical role that semiconductors play for the entire tech industry and, frankly, for the world as everything is becoming more digital,” Gelsinger said. “And we are saying Intel is stepping into that gap aggressively to help provide the capacity that’s needed – U.S., Europe and worldwide.” The plan outlined by Gelsinger includes a research partnership with IBM, which the corporation said in a release “will help unleash the potential of data and advanced computation to create immense economic value.” Gelsinger also announced the creation of Intel Foundry Services at the Ocotillo campus to support commercial customers as well as address unique government and security requirements in the U.S. He also stressed Intel’s commitment to accelerating semiconductor manufacturing innovation to enhance U.S. competitiveness in the global chip industry. Gov. Doug Ducey and U.S. Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly hailed the announcement, as did state and regional economic development and business organizations. Calling Intel’s move “the largest private sector investment in state history,”

see INTEL page 17

Intel's sprawling campus in south Chandler will be getting bigger as the tech giant builds two new fabs as part of its $20 billion investment over the next three years.

CITY NEWS

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

INTEL �� page 16

Ducey noted that Arizona is already a top-five state for semiconductor production, with other industry leaders choosing to start, expand or relocate operations here. Micah Miranda, Chandler’s economic development director, noted that Intel’s investment has significant supply chain implications for local businesses since it annually spends about $1.5 billion with Chandler-based suppliers and another $3 billion with other Arizonabased suppliers. That means Intel’s investment will likely create what one economic development official called a “spillover effect” that will see vendors relocating not only to Chandler but to other parts of the Valley, including Scottsdale, because of Intel’s location near the freeway system. Miranda also noted that the economic ripple effect from the jobs Intel’s expansion will generate well beyond city boundaries and impact scores of industries that may not necessarily support chip manufacturing – but will support the people who make them. That means everything from restaurants to retail could benefit. The expansion also poses major challenges – particularly in the Valley’s housing market, where there already is a critical shortage of inventory for both resale and new homes. As real estate experts have repeatedly pointed out in recent months, much of the developable land in East Valley has already disappeared. Chandler and Gilbert quickly are approaching build-out and only large tracts of state land in far east Mesa are ripe for major residential construction in the region. Scottsdale could also feel the residential and industrial impact of Intel’s expansion since the Intel campus is not far off the Loop 101 Freeway. But the employment surge also could continue the relentless uptick in home prices and rents the Valley has seen in the last year. Intel celebrated 40 years in Chandler last year and it opened Fab 42, a $7 billion investment that created the most advanced manufacturing facility in the world, Miranda noted, stating that once the two new fabs come online, more than 15,000 Intel employees will be working in Chandler.

TUITION �� page 14

That differential existed until the Arizona Supreme Court declared the practice illegal. But even the current budget proposal by Gov. Doug Ducey provides no operating state aid to the two largest systems. Sen. Tyler Pace, R-Mesa, said he likes this idea better. “It’s targeting individuals and helping them better their lives,’’ he said. He said that much of the debate at the Capitol is about funding institutions. “Well, the purpose of funding an institution is to fund the individuals to achieve that educational goal,’’ Pace explained. “And a bill like this specifically approaches that task.’’ Boyer said the legislation could also help those who ultimately want to go on for four-year degrees but, for whatever reason, get their start at a community college. Boyer said he’s an example of that, having done a year at Pima Community College and a year at Paradise Valley Community College before going to Arizona State University. The measure still needs approval of the full Senate.

AGING �� page 15

through the Central Arizona Shelter Services Project Haven. It also made 2,466 well-check calls a week to isolated older adults. To help homebound seniors celebrate holidays, Kasunic said that food bags with special ingredients and recipes were provided for major holidays. “When the pandemic took hold, we knew that older adults would be particularly affected and our team reacted quickly and strategically to ensure a solid lifeline was established for those who needed our help,” Kasunic said. Individuals needing assistance are encouraged to call the help line at 602-2644357. Since 1974, Area Agency on Aging has been planning, developing, coordinating and delivering critical programs and services to older adults and their caregivers, adults age 18+ with physical disabilities and long-term care needs, adults with HIV, residents in long term care facilities and survivors of late-life domestic violence and elder abuse. Information: aaaphx.org.

BONDURANT �� page 8

Founded more than 75 years ago by Harold Radford, the company made the bodies for luxury cars like Rolls Royce and Bentley. According to autoweek.com, Radford & Co. was particularly famous in the 1960s, when it produced custom Minis for all four Beatles as well as model Twiggy and comic actor Peter Sellers. “The renaming marks the school’s new association with the team behind the Radford brand, a name legendary among auto enthusiasts for its coachbuilding legacy,” according to a release. The four partners are reviving the Radford name “into a modern lifestyle brand that celebrates auto design and performance, high-performing driving and racing,” it continued. The Radford partners also will be building and testing new vehicles at the school, located just south of the I-10’s intersection with the Loop 202 freeway. “The racetrack is the perfect environment for building and testing Radford-built cars,” said Anstead. The Radford Racing School bills itself as “the only purpose-built driver training facility for performance enthusiasts and the largest driver training center of its kind in the world.” The release said the Radford “heritage brand” means the school is becoming a “destination for international auto enthusiasts, everyday drivers, new drivers, racers, celebrities and influencers.” General Manager Mike Kessler said among the school’s offerings are open-wheel and drag-racing courses. New formula racing courses are in development. He said the name change will “broaden the appeal of the school while retaining its legendary reputation” and positions the facility “as a place for speed, professional race car instruction and experiences, in addition to world-class driving instruction.” He also said Stig’s multi-million-dollar investment has included the main track’s first resurfacing in 30 years, significant upgrades of the visitor center and related facilities, the diversification of course offerings and becoming the first school of its kind to offer

professional drag racing instruction to the public and the chance to earn an NHRA Drag License. The school came close to being evicted by the Gila River Indian Community’s economic development arm in 2018 when the Bondurants failed to pay its rent in 2018. That rent was part of $3.5 million debt that drove the school into bankruptcy. Stig has spent the last year and a half fighting a suit filed by Patricia Bondurant over the school’s use of her husband’s name. The suit was prolonged by Stig’s efforts to depose Bob Bondurant over a claim by his wife that he had revoked the use of his name before the bankruptcy auction. Stig contended that Bondurant had lost that right because he had trademarked his name and the trademarks were part of the auction. Further complicating the suit was the inability of Stig’s lawyers to depose the 87-year-old racing legend because he has been in a care home since at least early 2019, “unable to care for himself or be cared for by his wife,” court papers said. Lawyers could not even visit with him since early last year because the pandemic had forced the care home to prohibit visitors. Inducted into the Corvette Hall of Fame in 2016, Bondurant’s racing accomplishments in Corvettes and Selby’s between 1959 to 1965 earned him numerous accolades both in the U.S. and abroad. He founded the school in California in 1968 but relocated in 1990 to the Gila River Indian Community site. Over the years the school has taught beginners how to drive and trained thousands of race car enthusiasts, professional drivers and law-enforcement and military personnel advanced-driving skills. Court papers alleged that his wife assumed day-to-day control of the school several years before the bankruptcy and Stig alleged it was “financially mismanaged for the past several years, which coincides with Patricia Bondurant’s time running the school.” For information: RadfordRacingSchool.com or 480-403-7600.

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

FIND YOUR PURPOSE Keeping College Affordable GENEROUS SCHOLARSHIPS

GCU traditional campus students received over 157 million dollars in scholarships in 2020. Find out what scholarships you qualify for by uploading your unofficial high school transcripts to gcu.edu/myoffer.

AFFORDABLE TO ATTEND

Students pay an average of $8,600 for tuition.*

GRADUATE WITH LESS DEBT

GCU students graduate with less debt than the national average.**

INCOMING TRADITIONAL STUDENT GPA OF 3.55 Fall 2019 incoming students.

#19 BEST COLLEGE CAMPUS IN AMERICA IN 2021 Rated by Niche.com.

VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON TOURING OPTIONS

Campus is open for individual tours or you can participate in a virtual GCU LIVE Tour from your home. Visit gcu.edu/TOUR for more information.

APPLY FOR FREE TODAY!

apply.gcu.edu | 855-428-7884

*Average tuition after scholarships is approximately $8,600. Scholarships may be awarded based on 6th semester transcripts. At the time in which final, official transcripts are received, GCU reserves the right to rescind or modify the scholarship if it is determined that eligibility was not achieved. GCU reserves the right to decline scholarship awards for any reason. If a student does not meet the minimum renewal criteria, their scholarship will be forfeited. GCU reserves the right to change scholarship awards at any time without notice. If a student does not meet the minimum renewal criteria, their scholarship will be forfeited. Prices based on 2019-20 rate and are subject to change. **GCU students graduate with less debt on average ($18,750 according to College Scorecard) than the average at public and private nonprofit universities ($28,650 according to 2017 data from the Institute for College Access and Success). Please note, not all GCU programs are available in all states and in all learning modalities. Program availability is contingent on student enrollment. Grand Canyon University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (800-621-7440; http://hlcommission.org/). Pre-licensure nursing students who begin or resume attendance in Fall 2020 and beyond will be ineligible to utilize most GCU institutional aid/scholarships for tuition and fees once accepted into the clinical portion of the program. Important policy information is available in the University Policy Handbook at https://www.gcu.edu/academics/ academic-policies.php. The information printed in this material is accurate as of FEBRUARY 2021. For the most upto-date information about admission requirements, tuition, scholarships and more, visit gcu.edu. ©2021 Grand Canyon University 21GTR0041

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Neighbors

NEIGHBORS

Scottsdale.org l

@ScottsdaleProgress

/ScottsdaleProgress

New nonprofit aims to empower women BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

cottsdale boasts a robust list of nonprofits, but none are quite like its newest, The Women’s Collective, or The

WC. Launched earlier this month – just in time for Women’s History Month – The WC is committed to “inspiring and activating female leaders.” And the new nonprofit is already wellreceived by the public: Its first fundraiser, held March 19, exceeded its $15,000 fundraising goal by $10,000. “The very first Women’s Collective virtual Rock & Roll Happy Hour was a wild success,” said executive board member Kira Peters. Rock & Roll Game Show Happy Hour drew 200 registered attendees, whose do-

The Women’s Collective executive board includes, from left, Jenna Kohl, Kira Peters, Jona Davis, Lina Kalvyté and Susan Ciardullo. (Special to The Progress)

nations will help provide essential funding to organizations that align with the nonprofit’s mission. “Funding will also be used for development of mentoring, advocacy, education and research, which is important to support female equity, inclusion, and contributions at decision-making tables,” Peters said. The nonprofit was inspired by fellow local nonprofits the Scottsdale Charros and the Thunderbirds and the work they do in the community. “They raise a lot of money; they’re able to give it to the community and make a difference. And we thought, ‘Maybe it’s time that we get a group of women together to form a women’s collective to do exactly what the Charros and Thunderbirds do,” Peters said.

see COLLECTIVE page 21

Empty Bowls event raises money for worthy cause BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

or the first time in 30 years, the annual Alli Ortega Empty Bowls fundraising event is going virtual. Instead of hosting the event at Scottsdale Community College, where anywhere from 300 to 500 people would come through to buy locally made bowls, Scottsdale Community Partners will host a 12-hour virtual event March 31 on Facebook. From 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., donors can visit SCP’s Facebook event page to watch key interviews with Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega and SCP President Rosemary Young Karlin, whose mother, Frances Young, started the organization many decades ago when it was called Concerned Citizens for Community Health. “There’s going to be lots of learning

Mayor Ortega will speak at the 12-hour live-streamed Alli Ortega Empty Bowls fundraising event this year. The event is named after his late daughter. (Progress file photo)

about the organization and what we do and how it impacts the community,” said Jenny Adams, SCP Executive Director, of the livestreamed event. Empty Bowls is named after and dedicated to Mayor Ortega’s daughter, Alli Ortega, a passionate art teacher and mentor in Scottsdale who died in 2014 at 31. The pandemic forced organizers to rethink the event this year. “Our hands were tied,” Adams said. “But we did not want to let the opportunity to have this event pass us by altogether.” At the last Empty Bowls event, more than 400 people between the ages of 5 and 96 made the bowls and other ceramic artwork for sale. “I think that has been the most devastating thing about the situation that we’re in,”

see BOWLS page 21

NEIGHBORS

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Life coach Tracey Martin isn’t in it to be liked BY LAURA LATZKO Progress Contributor

racey Martin says everyone knows a successful businessperson who is a train wreck behind closed doors. To help remedy this, Martin started a lifecoaching business, TLM Coaching and Media, in the Airpark. “The goal is to create that holistically successful person, where every area of their life is integrated to create a successful life,” she said. Martin’s work revolves around helping individuals to be stronger and improve their relationships. She collaborates with folks of all ages, doing vision-based work, immersive experiences, breakout sessions, panels and writing exercises. Martin works with clients who are looking to make changes in their lives, often at times of crisis or adversity. She said it is important to listen to them in a nonjudgmental manner. “I coach on personal mastery, which is really getting to know who you are and how you operate in the world on every level, if you are a parent, a young teen or young adult,” she said. “It’s about how you are doing in life and how you are in relationships, choosing your career, friendships, family and communication. It’s really seeking and searching who you are so you can show up for

Life coach Tracey Martin recently moved to an ofﬁce in the Scottsdale Airpark. (Phyllis Lane/Special to the Progress)

other people in the world, which actually is really what we need right now. We need people who are whole and healed and address their issues or whatever they perceive as issues.” Martin does not try to find faults with her clients but instead helps them to be the best versions of themselves. “I just uncover everything that’s right with the person and then help them to find their best place to be,” Martin said. “I want to come in and do the work, give you the

skills and tools that you need and get out of your way so that you can live a successful, thriving life.” Often in her work, Martin coaches parents and teens. Martin’s goal is to facilitate better communication, especially when teens are transitioning to high school or college. “There are all these different seasons in life,” she said. “I think as parents, we are used to that language, but when it comes to our kids, we are not. We have to realize they go through that, too, and that is going to require us to shift a bit as well. “I can’t parent my 10-year-old the way I would parent my 20-year-old. I have to be careful and realize I have to change who I am as a parent and my approach. I have to allow my kid to grow, but I have to grow with them.” Coupled with her regular staff, Martin has a team of teen/young adult ambassadors ages 18 to 21, who assist her with advising teens and help with workshops and panels. “We have been able to create an environment for growth that I’m very proud of,” Martin said. “I love the way the events and workshops go. Everyone is open. Everyone is vulnerable. We do teen-led panels. We have open discussions. It is a nonjudgmental safe space, and these kids know that.” A fourth-generation entrepreneur with more than 27 years’ life-coaching experience, Martin began her career as a per-

sonal fitness trainer and nutritionist with a holistic approach in Missouri. Martin has lived in the Valley for 28 years, but in July 2020, she moved TLM Coaching and Media to 7720 E. Evans Road, Scottsdale. She continues to work with out-of-state clients by traveling to them and/or hosting phone, video and Zoom coaching sessions. Martin also plans to reach out to others through a life-coaching podcast. She will do live life-coaching sessions and bring on guests to provide further advice. “It will be real people dealing with life and the way things are shifting around in world today and how they navigate it to give people skills and tools,” Martin said. Martin said to be a life coach, it is important to be educated and have mental and emotional fortitude. “You have to have extreme levels of emotional toughness and a high level of discernment,” she said. “I think you have to be very foundationally solid as a person. For me, my faith is very strong in this. I have a solid marriage of 26 years. I’ve got two great kids. “I think you have to be willing not to be liked and speak your truth, rather than just being a yes person, and be able to stand for what you believe in. I think that so oftentimes you tell people what they want to hear rather than what they need to hear. I’m willing not to be liked. I’m not here to be popular. I’m here to be effective as a coach.”

Scottsdale 100+ Women help Saving Amy BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

he Scottsdale group of 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun donated $10,400 to Saving Amy, a Phoenix-based nonprofit that helps families transition out of poverty and back into society via supportive programs, financial support and more. “Families, like those served by Saving Amy, deserve a hand up,” said Stephanie Millner, chief charity officer of 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun. “We’re blessed to be able to assist in some small way.” The donation will be used at Saving Amy to help three families. One

The Scottsdale group of 100+ Women Who Care (WWC) Valley of the Sun donated $10,400 to nonproﬁt Saving Amy. In the photo (left to right): Kim Tarnopolski of 100+ WWC; Jennifer Kiernan, Executive Director of Saving Amy; Libby Murphy, 100+ WWC member; and Stephanie Millner of 100+ WWC. (100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun)

family will use a portion of the donation to pay their first and last month’s rent, another will receive support for a move-in and the third will receive a new car. “During COVID, I thought we were just going to circle the wagons and take care of the families we had, but people were still coming out of the shelters,” said Jennifer Kiernan, Founder and Executive Director of Saving Amy. “We took on another seven families during COVID and are continuing to support new families.” Kiernan continued: “Then, financially, you find out people like Libby bring or-

see WOMEN page 21

NEIGHBORS

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

COLLECTIVE �� page 19

The difference is that The WC will fundraise to support women and professional women “and getting women into the next level of executive leadership.” “It’s time for a women’s organization to step up and do that,” said executive board member Jona Davis. Funded through membership support, individual philanthropy, grants, corporate sponsorships, and event-based fundraising, The Women’s Collective has been in the works for two years, but they didn’t start public engagement until this month. Prior to the fundraiser, The WC sponsored the Sun Devil Club’s Women’s Triathlon Team at Arizona State University.

BOWLS �� page 19

Adams said, “not only from our perspective, but certainly from the school’s perspective, the teacher’s perspective, even the kid’s perspective. “It’s become something that those schools look forward to as a content piece, and it’s been really hard to think that it’s just not going to happen this year.” Throughout the year, SUSD students and community members attend workshops and classes where they learn about pottery and design. They then create individual pottery pieces for sale. But because Scottsdale Arts, one of the Empty Bowls partners, was unable to hold in-person workshops or classes, donors will instead be entered into a drawing for one of the handmade “mystery bowls” crafted by an Arizona artist. “We knew that people would be missing the bowls. So, we were trying to come up with something that could be tangible but also could be practical for us,” Adams explained. “We thought it was a great way to showcase some of the local artists that we have in Scottsdale.”

WOMEN �� page 20

ganizations, like 100+ Women Who Care, to us, and things just seem to work out.” Saving Amy was nominated by Libby Murphy and selected by the chapter’s Scottsdale members during the organization’s Jan. 27 giving circle. Kiernan founded Saving Amy with a mission to empower individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness by transforming lives through men-

“We’re really excited to be the first partner for The WC,” said Coach Nicole Welling. “Moving forward, we can’t wait for some combined community service events and volunteering, and we’re really looking forward to the mentorship aspect of this partnership.” The WC gave the Sun Devil Club’s Women’s Triathlon Team $2,000, and the money will be used for leadership training for the female athletes. “While women today have made great strides in achieving leadership positions, they remain far underrepresented at all levels, in government, as CEOs, and in other major leadership positions,” said executive board member Jenna Kohl. Kohl continued to say that this under-

representation results in a “scarcity of perspective from women.” “The Women’s Collective is deeply committed to elevating women to leadership roles, getting a seat at the table and our voices heard, both for the women we serve and the strong women leading our organization,” she said. According to Peters, The WC hopes to target mid-career professional women and help bolster confidence among them. “Let them know that there’s support out there for them to really balance out the leadership table, too,” Peters said. “We hope in the future that we don’t have to talk about ‘women leaders,’ ‘men leaders.’ It’s just ‘leaders.’” The WC currently has five women on its

toring, teaching life skills, educational advancement, and financial stability through employment. Throughout the pandemic, 90 percent of Saving Amy’s families lost their jobs and many of their families that have returned to work have had their hours drastically reduced. “The pandemic created the need for Saving Amy to continue to subsidize our families with funds for rent, bills, and food,” the organization stated as part of

the annual Arizona Gives Day, a 24-hour statewide online fundraising event that will take place April 6 this year. Last year’s Arizona Gives event raised a record $6.1 million for nonprofits and organizations in need. “During the pandemic, our chapter didn’t miss a beat. Our groups continued to meet and donate to local charities because we knew the need was so great,” Millner said. 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the

ists Baron Gordon and Danielle Wood. “People love to leave with that bowl, which we totally understand, but the practicality of having a bowl sale over the internet made my head spin. So, we thought that this was a really nice alternative,” Adams said. “That was one of our biggest challenges was to figure out an alternative.” The Empty Bowls goal this year is to raise $10,000. Both Adams and SCP Sponsorship Consultant Denny Brown are confident they’ll reach it Unlike past years, the Empty Bowls fundraiser will give handcrafted, locally made bowls to ﬁve lucky — thanks to the new virtual donors. Bowls were made by local artists, including format, which will help them Bob Stall, Kathy Anderson, Baron Gordon and Dani- expand their reach. “Now, we’re reaching out elle Wood. (SCP) and trying to make new Valued at $100 or more, the five bowls friends and create new that will be given away to lucky donors awareness of all the wonderful things were made by Bob Stall, an SCP board Scottsdale Community Partners does,” member; Kathy Anderson, a retired Brown said. SUSD visual arts teacher; and local artFor 30 years, the annual Empty Bowls

executive board: Kohl, Peters, Davis, Lina Kalvyté and Susan Ciardullo. The nonprofit also has 16 members. “One of the things that we recognize, especially in Scottsdale, is we want to be diverse,” Peters said. “We want to be a diverse group of women so that we can make sure we’re helping a diverse group of women.” That said, one of The WC’s priorities this year, and moving forward, is to carefully and thoughtfully grow membership. “This is almost like an amazing second passion, and with that, we really want to reach 25 members this first year,” Peters said. Information: the-wc.org or info@thewc.org. fundraising event has raised thousands of dollars and helped hundreds of Scottsdale families and seniors receive food, assistance, school supplies and more. “One of the things we’re looking at right now, in particular, is that we know that we are going to have some long-term financial pain out in the community,” Adams said. “We know that some of the jobs that have gone away during COVID are probably never coming back, businesses are never coming back.” Amid the pandemic, SCP had a staggering 57 percent increase in calls from people asking for help. “Food has become a major issue,” Adams said. “We have a lot of people who have never before needed food coming to our doorstep saying, ‘We need food.’” Brown added, “We have a broad range of programs, but it costs money. And this is a singular event where we can go out and say, ‘You can help. You can make a difference in our community.’” To join the event: facebook.com/ scottsdalecommunitypartners. To donate: scottsdalecommunitypartners.org/program/empty-bowls. Sun, a philanthropic group of women committed to making an impact in their local community, is comprised of three sister groups: Ahwatukee, Scottsdale and the East Valley. Since the chapter’s inception in 2015, over $700,000 has been given to local charities. The next giving circle for the Scottsdale group will be held on April 21. Information: 100wwcvalleyofthesun. org, savingamy.org

BUSINESS

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Business

Scottsdale.org l

@ScottsdaleProgress

/ScottsdaleProgress

Troon Golf �lourishing amid pandemic BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

hen the pandemic shuttered businesses and pushed people to pursue more socially distanced outdoor activities, few bene�ited more than golf courses — including Troon North Golf Club and Troon Country Club in Scottsdale. But Scottsdale-based Troon Golf did more than reap the bene�its of increased rounds of golf. It also ramped up fundraising to generate thousands of dollars for the community. “It certainly was challenging for everyone, especially those that have lost loved ones or friends, or are still unemployed or underemployed because of economic pressures that the pandemics caused,” said Kris Strauss, Troon senior vice president of sales and marketing. “We took a punch but we took a softer punch than most industries,” he continued, “and we were able to be a little more resilient through it.” After a slow March and April last year, Troon’s courses experienced a gradual increase in golfers so that by June, “it was crazy,” Strauss said. “Everybody took to golf right away,” he added. “We had all ages, from young to old, male and female.” According to research and analytics �irm Sagacity Golf Technologies, Valley golf courses saw rounds played jump 11.6 percent over 2019. Troon’s courses experienced what Strauss calls a “golf boom.” “So much so – nationally, even – golf interest has risen. Last year, rounds were up 15 percent over the prior year and there’s not too many industries that can say that their volume grew at that level in a pandemic year,” he said. Last January, Troon Golf acquired Virginia-based Indigo Golf Partners, one of the

of wedding business, that business is still on pause. It will come back ... but it’s on pause at the moment.” In the meantime, Troon will continue to cater to its golfers while also giving back to its community in several ways. To start, Troon’s annual Drive for Phoenix Children’s Hospital last fall raised more than $93,000, Kris Strauss is Troon’s senior vice president of sales and mar- adding to the more than $705,000 the drive has keting. (Courtesy of Troon) raised over the past 10 years. Additionally, Troon gave a portion of the proceeds of their Arizona Summer Troon Amid the pandemic, Troon has not only seen an increase in new golfers, but they’ve also expanded off the course, creating new partnerships and acquiring new courses Cards to St. Mary’s Food Bank, as well as donated a portion of all proceeds of their across the country. (Courtesy of Troon) Patriot Troon Card to Folds of Honor and nation’s largest golf course management ences and access for Manifest members and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. companies. increase Troon member bene�its by proTroon also launched the Inspire Troon The acquisition added more than 160 viding private air travel as well as access to Card, which bene�its healthcare professiongolf courses, country clubs and resorts in Manifest-curated adventures across the U.S. als and teachers, with proceeds donated to 29 states to Troon’s already robust portfoBut the pandemic wasn’t without its chal- Direct Relief and Donors Choose. lio of nearly 600 facilities. lenges. “We also did some charitable work just In February, Troon opened a new corpoThe lack of tourism in the Scottsdale area, for our group of associates,” Strauss added. rate of�ice in Chicago, adding to its already speci�ically tourists who visit to play golf, In 2020, Troon launched Troon Cares, established of�ices in 10 states and Dubai, impacted courses such as Troon’s. which donates dollars to associates impactUnited Arab Emirates. “While rounds were up, not every golf ed by COVID-19. “It was designed to help “Our organic growth is really fueled on course owner was saying that they’ve re- our own, our family,” Strauss said. focusing on our client’s goals and trying ally increased revenue over the prior year,” Looking ahead, Troon will not only conto align our goals with that of our clients,” Strauss said, noting the absence of one par- tinue to nourish and care for their own famStrauss said, “and that’s to create a great re- ticularly important group of annual visitors. ily; they’ll also continue to focus on retensort golf experience.” “We haven’t seen the Canadians – for ob- tion of their clients – including new players Earlier this month, Troon announced its vious reasons with the border shut down – taking up golf for the �irst time. partnership with Manifest, an exclusive, and those are big drivers of our economy.” “We believe that all these people that chapter-based lifestyle and travel club Troon is also awaiting the return of wed- have taken to this sport during the panthat provides custom-crafted getaways to dings, golf tournaments and large gather- demic – or a good portion of them – might unique destinations within the U.S. paired ings, which are big revenue drivers for the not be 100 percent, but even if 25 percent with private air service. company. of them stick in the game, that’s going to be Dan Cohn, vice president of corporate “Those are the challenges that are ahead tremendous for our respective industry,” strategy for Manifest, said the new partner- of us,” Strauss said. “If you’re a resort prop- Strauss said. ship will provide preeminent golf experi- erty that relies on tourism or has a big piece Information: troon.com

SPORTS & RECREATION

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Sports & Recreation Scottsdale.org l

@ScottsdaleProgress

/ScottsdaleProgress

Notre Dame hockey preparing for national run BY ZACH ALVIRA Progress Sports Editor

he Notre Dame Prep hockey team reached new heights this season that hasn’t been seen in over a decade in the Saints program. The team, led by a group of veteran senior leaders, navigated through a regular season threatened by COVID-19 to once again be ranked as one of the top teams in the Arizona High School Hockey Association. In the state championship game against rival Pinnacle – which had beaten Notre Dame four times in the regular season – the Saints prevailed and beat the Pioneers. Now, with a state championship trophy in the case at the school for the �irst time since 2011, Notre Dame is preparing for a run at the USA Hockey National Championship tournament in Omaha, Nebraska in April. “Hockey has always been a tradition at Notre Dame,” Saints coach Charles Miscio said. “In 2018, we were undefeated, and we lost to Pinnacle in the state �inals. So this is a little bit of redemption, which makes it that much sweeter.” Notre Dame’s victory over Pinnacle in the state title game was thrilling for the couple hundred fans on hand at Oceanside Arena in Tempe. It was the third time in the last 5 years the two had met in the championship, adding more fuel to a rivalry that goes back a decade. Pinnacle managed to jump out to an early lead in the game before Notre Dame battled back to tie it in the third period. Later in the period, sophomore Tyler Posch scored what ended up being the game winner for Notre Dame. Posch, who spoke to Notre Dame Sports Information Director Steve Shaff following the championship game, said his gamewinning goal was a result of the team’s game plan and ability to stay focused despite an early de�icit. “Our game plan was to just shoot pucks

Competing for a national championship is bittersweet for the seniors on the team, as it’s the last time they will be playing with one another. But they plan to make the most of it by winning the title. (Pablo Robles/Progress Staff)

and we knew going in they were going to get a quick one and we got one then ended up winning,” Posch said. “It was hard. Everyone was a little stressed, but we came through and took the win.” While Posch was named Most Valuable Player of the championship game, Miscio credited goalkeeper Aiden Rettkie for his efforts throughout the state championship tournament. He was key in the Saints’ success all season and limited a high-powered offense in Pinnacle to just one goal. Much of Notre Dame’s success this season has fallen on the shoulders of the senior leaders involved with the program. A tight-knit group that knows how to play as a cohesive unit, the seniors have made a considerable impact on the younger skaters, including Posch. Zac Fryer, an assistant coach for the Saints whose son, Alex, is a senior on the program, recognized that group’s ability to take younger players under their wing to help develop them for success at the highest level.

“We struggled early in the season to �ind leadership, but the seniors showed up near the end of the season,” Fryer said. “They were all in and committed to one another on and off the ice. Nobody was sel�ish and they realized their roles were important, no matter what it was.” Like other high school sports programs, Notre Dame was forced to navigate through the season while on edge for a potential shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. . However, that never happened, presenting a clear path for the Saints to practice and compete. They ran with it and used as momentum to capture the title. “It’s huge,” senior Aidan Mickey said. “It’s a big reward for all of us and it kind of shows how our season went. Now we just want to go to nationals and bring home another trophy for Arizona.” It’s the �irst time in over a decade Notre Dame will compete at the national level representing Arizona. It’s been more than two decades since a program from the

Grand Canyon State has returned from Omaha with a national title. Often times, hockey and Arizona aren’t associated together. In fact, Miscio recalls moments in which fans from other states have scoffed at the thought of an Arizona team competing at a high level. But just like it did 10 years ago, Notre Dame hopes to make a deep run and change the narrative. “Arizona is always a little hated on when it comes to hockey,” senior Michael Doherty said. “I do think we will do well. It would mean a lot to do well at nationals.” Notre Dame will begin its quest for a national championship on April 15, where it will be joined by several other high school teams from around the country. It’s an experience every player on the team is thankful to have the opportunity to compete in. The Saints believe they have hit their stride at the right time. The playoffs and championship game were among the most complete games they have played this season from an executional standpoint. “We have a never-give-up type of energy,” Alex Fryer said. “Even in the state championship we were down one but managed to score two in the third. We never got down on ourselves.” Every player and coach are aware of the grit it will take to conquer every opponent they face in the four-day long tournament in Nebraska. Overall, it’s an exciting experience that also comes with a bittersweet feeling. While they can potentially accomplish something many programs only get a chance to do a handful of times, it will also be the last time the group plays together. It’s their �inal chance to create a last memorable experience together on the ice. “It’ll be exciting, but it’ll also be the end of the road,” senior AJ Martin said. “We are going to go there and want to keep on winning. We won’t want it to come to an end early, so we are going to put up a �ight while we are there.”

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Arts & Entertainment Scottsdale.org l

@ScottsdaleProgress

/ScottsdaleProgress

Musicfest begins 5 weeks of music joy BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

or 29 years, Arizona Musicfest has hosted anywhere from 25 to 30 performances at various venues throughout Scottsdale as part of its annual indoor concert series. And although the secular nonpro�it arts organization had to cancel its 2020-21 concert season due to COVID-19, it won’t stop Musicfest from celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Instead, it’s heading outdoors for a special concert series, Musicfest Outdoors, at the newly created Musicfest Performance Pavilion at Highlands Church in northern Scottsdale. Now underway through May 1, Musicfest Outdoors features a lineup of artists, including The Everly Brothers Experience, jazz quintet The Black Market Trust, folk legends The Kingston Trio, and Musicfest audience favorites Ann Hampton Callaway and Tony DeSare. The series concludes with a performance

Ann Hampton Callaway is a celebrated cabaret star, best known for writing and singing the theme song to the hit TV series “The Nanny,” will perform on April 20. (Arizona Musicfest)

Allan Naplan is the executive and producing director of Arizona Musicfest, which hosts its ﬁrst-ever outdoor concert series in northern Scottsdale from March to May. (Arizona Musicfest)

by the Festival Orchestra Chamber Players. Comprising musicians from some of the nation’s best orchestras, the Festival Orchestra Chamber ensemble will be led by Maestro Robert Moody and will feature guest piano soloist Cathal Breslin. “We had big plans to celebrate our 30th anniversary,” said Allan Naplan, Arizona Musicfest’s executive and producing director. “The silver lining is that we’re able to still go forward and pivot and provide live performances – but it certainly was not the anniversary celebration we had intended for this special year.” Musicfest Outdoors will sell a limited 320 seats per concert to accommodate the social distancing between each pair of patrons. “It’s bigger than what Scottsdale Center is doing. It’s bigger than what the Herberger Theater is doing. In fact, it’s going to be the largest outdoor venue in the neighborhood, being the greater Scottsdale area,” Naplan said. Patrons and staff are required to wear masks at the newly constructed Musicfest Performance Pavilion. “We’re grateful for the extraordinary and

$15 billion in relief to speci�ically help shuttered venues. For Naplan, it was important that Arizona Musicfest provide income for musicians who have been out of work throughout the pandemic. “It is our mission to be producing live performances, and for over a year, we’ve been without it; so, it is great,” he said. “It also goes beyond the Folk Legends The Kingston Trio take the Musicfest Per- �inances to just how imporformance Pavilion stage on April 17. (Arizona Musicfest) tant music is to the soul, to the emotions,” he continued. steadfast support of our generous donors “And during the pandemic, we’ve heard which has allowed Musicfest to move forfrom so many people who’ve said it’s music ward with this season’s exciting alternathat has sustained them, to counter lonelitive plans,” Naplan said. ness or boredom, or unfortunately because Musicfest was able to construct the new of the very tragic emotions of the pandemic venue with funding from the City of Scottas well, to bring some comfort in solace.” sdale as well as from the Virginia G. Piper Naplan said he hopes Musicfest OutCharitable Trust. doors will be “more pure enjoyment than “In this time of challenge, they have continanything else.” ued to be extraordinarily generous,” Naplan “Music and arts are really important, so said. “Even though the �inancial model for this is a wonderful thing that we’re able to these outdoor concerts does not pay for itself bring it back to our community,” he said. through tickets, thankfully, because of philanMusicfest hopes to return to a full, “northropy, we’re able to do these programs.” mal” season in November. Naplan said six concerts are sold out In the meantime, Naplan said, “Through while six others have limited seating availthese concerts, Musicfest will continue its ability. important efforts to ‘Bring the Joy of Music “It’s no surprise that there’s been a treto All.’” mendous eagerness to get outside and enjoy a concert,” he said. “I was counting and it’s been 378 days since we last produced a live performance. So, this will be a really special experience.” Arizona Musicfest Hundreds of live entertainment venues in When: March 27-May 1 the Valley and beyond were among the �irst Where: 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd. businesses to close after the pandemic hit Tickets: $30-$45 and are among the last to fully reopen and Call: 480-422-8449 receive �inancial aid. Website: azmusicfest.org In late December, Congress approved

If You Go:

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

FOOD & DRINK 25

Food & Drink

Scottsdale.org l

@ScottsdaleProgress

/ScottsdaleProgress

Brunches and fun abound on Easter here Reservations: 480-860-0475 Website: chompies.com

BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

his Easter, Scottsdale is rich with three-course, prix-fixe brunches; live music; Easter egg hunts and family friendly activities. And at Royal Palms, you’ll find all four. T. Cook’s annual Easter Sunday Brunch not only boasts an indulgent menu created by Executive Chef Lee Hillson, but the resort is also hosting an Easter egg hunt on its picturesque Vernadero Lawn, complimentary professional photo sessions by Fully Alive Photography, and live music by local artist Brian Chartrand Duo. Kiddos will also hop with excitement when they spot the Easter bunny making his rounds. In order to participate in the Easter egg hunt, however, you must be a guest of the resort or have reservations for brunch; so, don’t delay on making your Easter dining plans this year. In northern Scottsdale, Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is also hosting an in-person brunch and an Alice in Wonderland Easter Egg Hunt Adventure. Easter at the Princess’ brunch features selections from the resort’s four signature restaurants – Bourbon Steak, La Hacienda, Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar and Ironwood American Kitchen – and, like Royals Palms, you must purchase the brunch to receive complimentary access to the Easter Egg Hunt Adventure. Over at Scottsdale Quarter, kids can take their scavenger hunting skills to a new level at the annual Hide & Peep Scavenger Hunt. On April 3, families can take part in a slew of free activities, from searching for colorful eggs and asking for a balloon animal to dancing to music and getting a design painted on their hands. Scottsdale Quarter will also have a selfie

El Chorro What: Three-course, prix-fixe menu featuring smoked salmon flatbread, wild mushroom chicken roulade, and more. When: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Where: 5550 E. Lincoln Drive Price: $95/adult, $25/child under 12 Reservations: 480-948-5170 Website: elchorro.com

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess What: Brunch and dinner to-go; brunch features selections from the resort’s four signature restaurants. When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. brunch, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. to-go pick-up (April 3) Where: 7575 E. Princess Dr. Price: $124/adult, $59/child (over 5) Reservations: 480-585-2694 Website: fairmont.com/Scottsdale

At Royal Palms’ annual Easter Sunday Brunch, guests can enjoy a three-course, prix-fixe menu along with an Easter Egg Hunt, complimentary professional photo sessions and live music. The Easter bunny will be hopping around, too. (Royal Palms)

station on-site where attendees can get their photo taken with “characters that will make you feel like you’re in Wonderland,” a press release states. The brunches – and family friendly fun – don’t end there. Take a look at what Scottsdale-area restaurants and resorts have scheduled for Easter Sunday this year.

The Capital Grille What: Three-course, prix-fixe brunch; three-course, warm-and-serve meal to-go. When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. brunch, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. to-go pickup

Where: 16489 N. Scottsdale Road Price: $49/adult, $15/child brunch; to-go starts at $155 Reservations: 480-348-1700 Website: thecapitalgrille.com

Chompie’s What: To-go brunch packages, including the Chompie’s Brunch package and the New York Deli Feast. When: Pick-up time determined upon placing order Where: 9301 E. Shea Blvd. Price: $59.99 serves four, $79.99 serves up to six

Gabriella’s Contemporary American Cuisine What: Easter feast available for dine-in and to-go featuring honey baked ham, bread rolls, and more. When: Pick-up times arranged upon order Where: 10155 E. Via Linda Road, #H134 Price: $65 serves two, $120 serves four Reservations: 480-534-7625 Website: gabriellasscottsdale.com

Hearth ’61 at Mountain Shadows What: Brunch and dinner specials; individual meals to-go. When: 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 4-9:30 p.m. dine in; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. pick-up curbside Where: 5445 E. Lincoln Drive Price: Varies Reservations: 480-624-5458 Website: mountainshadows.com

see EASTER page 26

FOOD & DRINK

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

Roaring Fork will be celebrating the Easter holiday with a la carte specialty offerings by Executive Chef Israel Medina from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., including this filet mignon, an 8-oz. center cut steak hand cut in house and served with caramelized shallot butter. (Roaring Fork)

EASTER �� page 25

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale What: Brunch, live music, and special activities for the family. When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road Price: $105/adult, $48/child under 12 Reservations: 480-444-1234 Website: hyatt.com

Liberty Station American Tavern and Smokehouse What: Brunch and dinner specials, including ham and cheese quiche, lobster benny, and 10-ounce prime rib, and more. When: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Where: DC Ranch, 20825 N. Pima Rd.; Terravita, 34522 N. Scottsdale Rd., #180 Price: $12-$26 Reservations: DC Ranch 480-278-7044, Terravita 480-595-9930 Website: libertystationtavern.com Maple & Ash What: Two brunch Easter specials: Steak and Eggs and Lobster Quiche, and a regu-

lar brunch menu When: 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: 7135 E. Camelback Road, #130 Price: Varies Reservations: 480-400-8888 Website: mapleandash.com

Rita’s Cantina at JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa What: Prix-fixe brunch, live music, and cookie decorating in Rita’s Garden. When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: 5402 E. Lincoln Drive Price: $55/person Reservations: 480-905-7906 Website: marriott.com/hotels/travel/ phxcb-jw-marriott-scottsdale-camelback-inn-resort-and-spa

Roaring Fork What: A la carte dinner featuring filet mignon, crispy chicken beignets, and more. When: 4-9 p.m. Where: 4800 N. Scottsdale Rd. Price: Varies Reservations: 480-947-0795

Rita’s Cantina at JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa’s Easter Brunch takes place on Sunday and serves up a prix-fixe brunch accompanied by live music. Menu highlights include Grilled Asparagus Spears, Braised Pork Belly Bites, Steak and Eggs, Lobster & Shrimp Enchiladas and Coconut Crusted Carrot Cake Roulade. (JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa)

Website: roaringfork.com

Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa What: Three-course, prix-fixe brunch featuring crispy parmesan and panko crusted pork cutlet, olive oil poached halibut and more. When: 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Where: 5700 E. McDonald Drive Price: $115/person, $35/child under 12 Reservations: 855-245-2051 Website: sanctuaryaz.com STK Steakhouse What: Brunch, dinner, takeout and delivery (dinner only) specials When: brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m., dinner 3 p.m.-close Where: 7134 E. Stetson Drive Price: $15-$85 Reservations: 480-581-5171 Website: stksteakhouse.com

T. Cook’s at Royal Palms Resort and Spa What: Three-course, prix-fixe brunch and

Easter egg hunt, complimentary professional photo sessions, and live music. When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: 5200 E. Camelback Rd. Price: $70/person Reservations: 602-283-1234 Website: royalpalmshotel.com

Troon North Golf Club What: Three-course, prix-fixe brunch featuring New Zealand lamb chops, Alaskan halibut, and more. When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: 10320 E. Dynamite Blvd. Price: $65/adult, $20/child under 12 Reservations: 480-585-5300 Website: troonnorthgolf.com ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho What: Chef-attended buffet for $45/person and $25/child under 12; and takeand-make meals starting at $109 for eight people When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: 6850 E. Main St. Reservations: 480-421-7997 Website: hotelvalleyho.com

C lassifieds SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

The Place “To Find” Everything You Need | Scottsdale.org

ment

CLASSIFIEDS and LEGALS

Employment General

Deadline: Thursday at 10am for Sunday

Employ Business Analyst. Improve workflows; manage data activities. Req MS Bus, Tech, or Eng; 3 yrs exp; Send CV to Ateah Management, LLC, DrYasmin@ backfithealth.com. Position in Chandler, AZ. EOE. WE’RE ALWAYS HERE TO SERVE YOUR CLASSIFIED NEEDS

480.898.6465 CLASS@TIMESPUBLICATIONS.COM

Service Directory Hauling

480-898-6465 Email Your Ad: class@times publications.com

Scottsdale Progress.org

MISSED THE DEADLINE? Place your ad online!

• Furniture • Appliances • Mattresses • Televisions • Garage Clean-Out • Construction Debris

• Old Paint & Chems. • Yard Waste • Concrete Slab • Remodeling Debris • Old Tires

Call 480-898-6465

Employment General Landscape/Maintenance

CLASSIFIEDS 27 Scottsdale Progress

1620 W. Fountainhead Parkway #219 Tempe, AZ 85282 480.898.6465 class@scottsdale.org

WE WANT YOU!

Classified: Thursday at 10am Obituaries & Legals: Wednesday at 5pm

Glass/Mirror

GLASS, MIRRORS, SHOWER DOORS

JOB FAIR

AT WE-KO-PA GOLF CLUB

VISIT US AT

WE-KO-PA GOLF CLUB

18200 E WeKoPa Way Fort McDowell, AZ 85264 Just Off Hwy 87 & Fort McDowell Road WED, MARCH 31, 2021 9AM - 3PM

OUR JOB BOARD HAS THE TALENT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR.

Family Owned with 50 years' EXPERIENCE. Shower and tub enclosures, Framed, Frameless or Custom Doors, We also install insulated glass, mirrored closet doors, window glass, mirrors, patio doors, glass table protectors. If it’s glass, we can help you. QUALITY SERVICE at Competitive Prices. FREE Estimates

WESLEY'S GLASS & MIRROR wesleysglass.com SERVICING THE ENTIRE VALLEY Call 480-306-5113 Classifieds 480-898-6465

FIND THE BEST TALENT. EASILY POST JOBS. COMPETITIVE PRICING AND EXPOSURE More info: 480-898-6465 or email jobposting@evtrib.com

J BS. EASTVALLEY TRIBUNE.COM

Most jobs also appear on Indeed.com

Roofing

L L C

Prepare for Spring Season! LANDSCAPING, TREES & MAINTENANCE

Tree Trimming • Tree Removal Stump Grinding Storm Damage • Bushes/Shrubs Yard Clean-up Commercial and Residential PMB 435 • 2733 N. Power Rd. • Suite 102 • Mesa dennis@allprotrees.com

480-354-5802

See MORE Ads Online!

www.Scottsdale.org

602-938-7575

1000 OFF when you show this ad

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Scottsdale, Arizona, will hold a public hearing on April 14, 2021, at 5:00 P.M in Scottsdale, Arizona. Until further notice, Planning Commission meetings will be held electronically. While physical facilities are not open to the public, Planning Commission meetings are televised on Cox Cable Channel 11 and streamed online at ScottsdaleAZ.gov (search “live stream”) to allow the public to listen/view the meeting in progress. Instructions on how to provide Public Comments will be provided on the posted agenda.

ALL Pro S E R V I C E

NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION HEARING

Deadlines

Insured/Bonded Free Estimates

T R E E

Public Notices

on qualifying complete roof replacements

Let us show you the In-Ex Difference! Serving The Valley Since 1996

inexrooﬁng.com

CALL FOR YOUR FREE ROOF EVALUATION

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 269218

2-AB-2021 (Roadway Easement Abandonment) Request by owner to abandon the twenty-five (25) foot wide Easement for Future Roadway along the northern property line of the parcel located at 7601 E. Thunderbird Road with Single-family Residential zoning (R1-35). Staff contact person is Jeff Barnes, 480-312-2376. Applicant contact person is Andrei Rojdestvenski, (602) 684-1943. 5-TA-2020 (Parking Text Amendment) Request by City of Scottsdale to amend the City of Scottsdale Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance No. 455) for the purpose of amending Article IX Parking and Loading Requirements, Sections 9.100. through 9.201., including any applicable sections related to the required parking for hotels, multi-family residential, and office, the in-lieu parking program, downtown overlay, and Article VII General Provisions, Section 7.1200. related to special improvement requirements for public parking. Staff contact person is Bryan Cluff, 480-312-2258. For additional information visit our web site at www.scottsdaleaz.gov search "Scottsdale Planning Case Files" or in your URL search bar you can type in https://eservices.scottsdaleaz.gov/bldgresources/Cases/ A COPY OF A FULL AGENDA, INCLUDING ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS IS AVAILABLE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE FOLLOWING: Online at: http://www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/Boards/ planning-commission CHAIRMAN Attest BRONTE IBSEN Planning Specialist For additional information visit our web site at www.scottsdaleaz.gov PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY MAY REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION BY CONTACTING THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT (480-312-7767). REQUESTS SHOULD BE MADE 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE, OR AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE TO ALLOW TIME TO ARRANGE ACCOMMODATION. FOR TTY USERS, THE ARIZONA RELAY SERVICE (1-800-367-8939) MAY CONTACT THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT (480-312-7767). Published: Scottsdale Progress, Mar. 28, 2021 / 37225

SCOTTSDALE PROGRESS | WWW.SCOTTSDALE.ORG | MARCH 28, 2021

10,000

ARE YOU GOING

WIN A $ 1ST E LG

TO BE THE

ON I T A R B ELE

C R A L L O D WINNER

2ND

P R IZ E

• 2 HDMI Inputs • Airplay2 Built-In

WASHER

• 3.5 Cu. Ft. • Porcelain Tub • 700 RPM Spin Speed

• 4.8 Cubic Foot Capacity • Self Cleaning Oven • Smooth Top • Proudly Made in USA WFE505W0HS CLOSEOUT

• Adjustable Glass Shelves • 2 Crisper Drawers • LED Lighting

799

FRSG1915AV

12 MONTHS NO INTEREST**

• 2 Adjustable Glass Shelves • Fixed Gallon Door Shelves • Sealed Drawers with Glass Cover GRM183TW

• 25 Cubic Foot Capacity • Spill Proof Glass Shelves • Humidity Controlled Drawers • Energy Star Qualified WRS325SDHZ

1.6 CU. FT. OVER-THERANGE MICROWAVE

BFTF2716SS

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

DISHWASHER • 12-Place Settings • 5 Wash Cycles • Piranha™ Hard Food Disposer • Hot Start Option – GSD2100VWW

199 299

$ WMH1162XVQ CLOSEOUT

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

Beautyrest Mattress

18 CU. FT. REFRIGERATOR

BUYS ALL 3 PIECES

SIDE BY SIDE COUNTER DEPTH REFRIGERATOR

4TH

P R IZ E

REFRIGERATOR

• Integrated Control Styling • Premium Nylon Racks • In Door Silverware Basket • Energy Star Qualified WDF520PADM

2350

Samsung 75” TV

RANGE

S** TH MAMOEN H S A C S A

P R IZ E

47999 $499

449

UN58TU7000

DISHWASHER

3RD

Samsung Refrigerator & Range

58” 4K UHD SMART TV

NTW4500XQ CLOSEOUT

STUDIO KITCHEN

PRIZ

$339 10%

** 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.

Arizona’s largest independent dealer! “It’s Like Having A Friend In The Business” Check Out Our Website

WWW.SPENCERSTV.COM OPEN DAILY 9AM-9PM | SATURDAY 9AM-6PM | SUNDAY 11AM-5PM

HOUSE IN S R E C SPEN PLANS PAYMENT BLE AVAILA Due to current circumstances, some items may be out of stock.