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McCormick RanchSPRING 2008
McCormick Ranch
Celebrating our First Year of Publication
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8701 EAST LINCOLN DRIVE - SCOTTSDALE THIS HOME EXUDES CHARM THE MINUTE YOU WALK IN.
Enjoy the spacious kitchen overlooking the dining room, flat cooktop, and plenty ofroom at the breakfast bar. Newer bamboo floors add warmth to the home. Enjoyspending afternoons in the backyard with a large covered patio, lush landscapingincluding mature palm trees, and sparkling diving pool. Home is move-in readyand just minutes from fine dining, shopping, and the Loop 101. Not to be missed!!!
7106 NORTH VIA DE PAZ - SCOTTSDALE BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED HOME IN PRIZED NEIGHBORHOOD.
The minute you walk in you will notice the exceptional travertine floors throughoutthe home. Spacious family room with stone fireplace is perfect for enjoying arelaxing evening. Kitchen is fully remodeled with alder cabs, granite, and stylishS/S Appliances. Master bath is exquisite with travertine walk-in shower and cus-tom vanities. The huge backyard offers a refreshing pool and mtn. views. Truelybeautiful!
10552 E. BELLA VISTA DRIVEBEAUTIFULLY UPDATED HOME.
Split floorplan with large windows throughout provides a sense of warmth.Spacious formal living room is perfect for entertaining. Remodeled gourmetkitchen adjacent to living room has new cabs, exquisite travertine countertops,island, and SS appls. Spa-style master bath is outstanding with garden tub sur-rounded by travertine tiles laid on the horizontal. Home is lose proximity tobike/walk paths, A.J.’s, and Loop 101.
8605 EAST CACTUS WREN CIRCLE - SCOTTSDALE OUTSTANDING ESTATE AMONGST PRISTINE DESERT.
Inviting split floorplan with dynamic foyer. Spacious kitchen with oak cabs, slab granite,stainless steel appliances, and breakfast bar overlooking great room. Oversized 18” tile inall of the right places. Spend relaxing evenings in the great room with the floor-to-ceilingstone fireplace or a drink at the wet-bar. Master has his/her walk-in closets plus jetted tub.Awesome backyard with heated pool/spa and boulder waterfall. Super!!!
9515 N. 47TH ST. - PHOENIXSTUNNING REMODELED ESTATE IN PRIZED LOCATION.
Striking combination of new wood and travertine floors. Spacious kitchen with warm-toned granite countertops, Sub-Zero refrig, and wet-bar. Living room showcases 15ftstone fireplace with designer paint. Luxurious master bath with jetted tub, walk-inshower, and expertly cut travertine with stone accent trim. Spectacular backyard withpepple-tech pool, built-in BBQ, and covered patio. The list of feautures is exhausting.
9939 E. BAYVIEW DR.SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT ESTATE IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE
Estate is currently going thru a massive transformation.Interior walls are being fin-ished with a smooth texture giving the home a modern flair. Dynamic floorplan withbreathtaking grand foyer entry. Impressive water views from nearly every room.Fully remodeled kitchn with island, granite, and S.S. Viking appls. Transformationincludes wine cellar, stone accents, canterra stone patio, and BBQ. JustAwesome.
PALMCROFT / ENCANTO NEIGHBORHOOD.VERY SPECIAL AND UNIQUE BLOCK CONSTRUCTED HOME
Spectacular 17X43 Ft. greatroom with solid wall of glass providing awesome viewsof patio and resort-style pool/spa. Beautiful travertine floors. and cantera stonewalls at entrance and fireplace. Modern kitchen complete with granite counters,new cabs, and elite S.S. appls. Master bath with double shower and amazingwalk-in closet. Unlike anything you’ve seen before!
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4 Spring 2008
McCormick Ranch Lifestyle
is published quarterly by
eClaire Publishing, LLC,
7349 N. Via Paseo Del Sur,
Suite 515-268
Scottsdale, AZ 85258.
Phone 480 212-6203.
Fax 480 699-2049.
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Not affiliated with the
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Features:Scottsdale Healthcare: Classes for the Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Chatting with Patricia Stillman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212007 McCormick Ranch Traffic Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Writing Contest Winner, Circlin’ The Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
In Every Issue:Local Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Market Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Ranch Botanical Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Resident Recipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Four Legged Ranchers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Local Business Highlights:Vocé Ristorante & Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Value Builders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16EuroDream Kitchens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Ray & Paul Slaybaugh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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From the EditorLetter
Dear reader,I’m thrilled to have achieved the milestone of my first year in publication. I can
clearly remember the anticipation I felt as my first issue was being printed. One thingwas certain, I felt our community needed a voice. The immediate outreach byresidents via phone call, email, and standard mail confirmed that you felt the sameway. Thank you for your continued support.
As we all enjoy this wonderful time of year in the Valley of the Sun, I can’t help buttell my friends in New England who are buried under several feet of snow that we justcame home from the park and it’s 70 degrees outside. They say they love the changeof seasons, but I still hear the weariness in their voices after 4 months of cold, graydays. I would have to argue that we experience a change of seasons here too. Sure,fall seems to happen around Christmas and spring starts in February, but there is adefinite change in the air, the foliage, the temperature. Of course, I’d love to spendmost of the summer somewhere else, but I don’t see that in my near future. Actually,I’m expecting our second child at the beginning of July.
In preparing topics ahead of time for the rest of 2008, I’m constantly reminded ofhow lucky we are to live here. For example, in this issue, you may discover all thewonderful classes and amenities available at our hospital Scottsdale Healthcare. Lookforward to information on the Scottsdale Culinary Institute and happenings at our localresorts in upcoming issues.Sincerely,
Alexandra Duemer
6 Spring 2008
MARCHMarch 7, 10amMcCormick Ranch Women's AssociationAnnual CoffeeCall 480 443-3453 for details
March 1-31Giants Spring TrainingIndian School ParkCall 480 312-2580
March 1-250th Annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and MarketCall 602 252-8848
March 3 Digital Camera Classes at Motophoto11am to 1pm, $35 per participant,class size limited to 6.Call 480 596-4999 to reserve
March 7-938th Annual Scottsdale Arts FestivalScottsdale Civic CenterCall 480 994-ARTS
March 13Native American music & dance,9:30 to 5 pmHeard Museum Call 602 251-0255
March 20, 7-9pmMary Kay Spring FlingCall 480 991-6892 for details
March 21 - JuneJazz in the Garden Concert SeriesDesert Botanical GardenCall 480 941-1225
March 21-23, 10am-5pmFountain Hills Fine Art & Wine AffairAvenue of the Fountains
APRILApril 4-6Sonoran Festival of Fine ArtsCarefree Town CenterCall 480 598-9090
April 8-13Scottsdale Culinary FestivalScottsdale Civic Center
April 25-26McDowell Mountain Music FestivalWestworldCall 602 343-0453
April 22-27Championship Arabian Horse ShowWestworld
MAYMay 3Welcome to America Project PromSt. Maria Goretti ChurchCall 602 820-3224
May 5Cinco de Mayo Latin Jazz Concert ASU Kerr Cultural CenterCall 480 596-2660
Local Events Calendar
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8 Spring 2008
Would it surprise you to hear of an upscale Italianrestaurant without a Signature Dish? The concept sounds abit unusual, but the lack of a signature dish is the goal ofMichael Lepore, chef and co-owner of Vocé Ristoranté andLounge - and for a very good reason.
“There is no signature dish because they are all sogood,” Lepore explains. “There are a lot of restaurantswhere they say, ‘This is good and that’s good, but this otherdish is not that good.’ That’s not the case at Vocé.Everything here is unique and not what you’re going to findat another Italian restaurant. It’s all high quality, and no onedish is more important than any other.”
Formerly known as Leccabaffi, the restaurant’s new name- Vocé, meaning voice in Italian - reflects not only anupdated menu, but the addition of a hip lounge featuring liveentertainment Tuesday through Saturday night, includingsome of the valley’s most popular singers and musical acts.
The entertainment kicks off Tuesday with hot Latin jazztrio Cascabel, offering an upbeat Afro-Cuban-Latin blendthat has already proven popular with guests.
Wednesday features Vocés house band fronted by “TheSaxman”, Marion Meadows, who has performed or recordedhis smooth yet funky jazz with Eartha Kitt, the Temptations,and Michael Bolton among other well-known artists.
Thursday through Saturday, Vocé presents internationalrecording artist Khani Cole, who co-owns theestablishment with husband Mike Florio and Chef Lepore.Cole’s Nu-jazz vocals have made her a favorite on the localmusic scene including an unprecedented ten-year run atthe Pointe Tapatio.
Complementing the eclectic flavors of the live music isan innovative new lounge menu that picks up where thekitchen leaves off after it closes at 9 pm. Florio notes thatthough it offers a more affordable price point than the fulldinner fare, the lounge menu items are prepared with thesame passion and quality. “It’s not your average bar fare,”he said. “There are no chicken wings here.”
A sampling of the lounge menu confirms his assessment,with delicacies such as the arancini - rice balls made in theSicilian tradition served with meat sauce - the grilledmarinated calamari, and the baby meatballs on a bed ofparmigiana mashed potatoes.
Whether it’s the lounge menu or the dinner entrées,guests will appreciate the use of fresh quality ingredients.“We use all extra virgin olive oil and sea salt when we cook,”notes Lepore. “The white wine that we use is like some otherrestaurants’ table wine. That kind of quality makes all thedifference in our dishes.”
Located at the southwest corner of Hayden andMountainview Rd., please call for dining room andlounge hours.
Vocé Ristoranté & Lounge
MCRL
480 609-0429
Local Business Highlight:
Lic. # ROC 24119
10 Spring 2008
The valley of the sun, as well as the country as awhole, continue to feel the corrections taking placewithin the real estate market. Last year the marketexperienced the largest drop in new home constructionin 27 years. As new home construction slowed theMetro-Phoenix market also saw the median home pricefall last year to values only seen prior to the real estateboom of 2005 and 2006. All of these market conditionsindicate that the market is still in a cycle of correction.However, this cycle of correction has createdopportunities within the market place, which areattracting the attention of Canadians, first time homebuyers, qualified buyers, and investors.
The median home price is a measurement that isused to determine the average home price within aparticular market or sector. In December this marker fellby 11 percent from the beginning of 2007 to $232,000for Metro-Phoenix existing home sales. Although thisrepresents a decrease in value for home owners itironically could be indicating that the market is close toa bottoming out. Many market experts felt that valleyhome prices were inflated as much as 20 to 30 percentdue to the boom of 2005 and 2006. December’s medianprice was the lowest since the spring of 2005. Themedian price for existing home sales in Metro-Phoenixin April of 2005 was $221,000. Based on the valley’sannual appreciation rate of 6 to 10 percent prior to theboom, a median home price of $232,000 is fairly closeto where the median home price would have beenwithout the boom. The west valley experienced thelargest decrease in median price at roughly 9 percent,where as Phoenix had no drop, and Tempe, Chandler,and Scottsdale experienced declines of 3 percent orless. The median price in Chandler for 2007 was$290,000 representing a drop of 2.7 percent. Tempesaw $276,000 in 2007 representing a drop of 3 percent,and Scottsdale had a median price of $579,000representing a drop of 2.7 percent. The largest drop inmedian price was seen in Avondale, where the medianprice fell by 12 percent to $225,500.
AnalysisAddressSq.ft. / Bed / Bath List Price
7062 N Via De La Campana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$410,000 1908/3/2
7605 N Via Del Paraiso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$439,0001642/3/2
8501 E Quarterhorse Trl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$539,0002537/4/2.5
8673 E Via Del Palacio ST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$539,9002179/3/2
8756 E San Vicente Dr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$599,0002332/4/2
8707 E San Vicente Dr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$645,0002650/2/2.5
10249 N 87th St . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$660,0002283/3/2
7985 E Via Bonita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$699,9002686/4/2
8356 E San Ricardo Dr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$749,000 2900/4/3
8013 E Del Tesoro Dr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$775,0002668/3/2
9814 N 85th St . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$899,0003211/4/3
9220 N 82nd St . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$899,9992800/4/2.5
Homes Under ContractAddressSq.ft. / Bed / Bath List Price
8633 E San Alfredo Dr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$399,0001712/3/2
8708 E San Lornezo Dr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$749,9002660/4/2.5
8724 E Via De La Luna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$575,0002550/4/2.5
8931 N 86 St . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,075,0003487/4/3
Homes SoldAddressSq.ft. / Bed / Bath List Price
8508 N 85th St . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$299,9002201/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$250,000—Sold 1/15/08
7107 N Via De Mas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$549,9102186/4/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$551,000—SOLD 10/24/07
8714 E San Marino Dr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$569,0001985/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$559,000—SOLD 11/27/07
8560 E San Felipe Dr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$575,0002168/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$550,000—SOLD 12/05/07
8025 E Del Rubi RD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$599,9001723/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$565,000—SOLD 10/15/07
8832 N 85th Pl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$625,0002109/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$600,000—SOLD 9/19/07
Currently Market
For Sale
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Qualified buyers and serious investors begin to make acomeback within the real estate market as foreclosurescontinue to hit the market in higher numbers. Thepresence of foreclosures within the market is drivingbuyers and investor to seize the opportunities ofacquiring bank owned foreclosures as well as short saleproperties. The Arizona market is beginning to see deepdiscounts and significant financial incentives as lenderspush to get foreclosed properties off of their books. Oneexample of tremendous opportunities awaiting buyers is ahome in Gilbert that was listed for $515,000 in June of2007 and is now on the market for $430,000 with thelender offering an additional $5,000 towards the buyer’sclosing costs and an allowance of $6,000 for repairs andre-painting. Deals like this are beginning to catch theattention of first time home buyers as well as qualifiedbuyers who had decided to wait until the market offeredspectacular bargains. Also the presence of foreclosuresis attracting the attention of investor who are looking topurchase properties in need of repairs. By the investorpicking up a property with deferred maintenance ordamage, the investor can remedy these conditions andrealized inherent value added in the investment property.
While all of these market conditions continue toindicate a market slow down, ultimately these conditionsare necessary to help stabilize the market and lead to theeventual growth of home values in the future. Despite thedownturn in the market new opportunities are becomingavailable for individuals who were either turned off by themarket frenzy of 2005 and 2006 or who were just unableto complete with other more affluent buyers. As thepresence of foreign buyers, qualified buyers, andinvestors capitalizing on weakened home prices is feltthroughout the market, the excess surplus that exists inthe market will begin to decrease. This decrease coupledwith new home construction declining will have a positiveimpact on the real estate market and its the inevitablerecovery. MCRL
by Azroy Salim
12 Spring 2008
It’s hard to deny the wonderful scent of citrusthat blooms this time of year. Surprisingly, theweather in the Arizona desert produces someof the best tasting citrus in the world. Heatproduces sugar in citrus fruits making themsweeter and cool weather produces acidmaking citrus more tart. Citrus grow extremelywell in the lower desert and have been acommercial crop here for over 100 years.
The most important aspect of growinghealthy citrus is proper watering. Citrus like todry out between waterings. In the hottest partof summer this schedule equals watering onceevery one to two weeks, and in the winter onceevery four to six weeks. It should also befertilized three times a year.
The trunk and branches of citrus trees whensubjected to direct sun can burn badly. Citrusnaturally branch to the ground to protect theirtrunks. This is the reason that trimmed up treeshave their exposed trunks painted white. MCRL
Ranch Botanical Series:
Citrus Trees
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To share one of your favorite recipes, please email editor@mcrlife.com
Resident Recipe:
EasyChocolateCakeIngredients:
• 9 ounces semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup + 1 tbs. butter• 4 eggs• 1 cup + 2 tbs. Sugar• 3/4 cups flour• 1 tbs. Cocoa powder
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.Combine chocolate with 1 cup butter andmelt slowly in a double boiler.
Remove from heat and add eggs one at atime, beating well after each addition.Continue mixing while adding sugar and flour.
Prepare a 9-inch cake pan by fitting a pieceof parchment paper at the bottom and greasewith 1 tbs. butter. Dust with cocoa powder.Pour cake batter into pan.
Place cake pan in a larger pan half-filled withwater. Bake for 25 minutes. Center should bevery moist. Let sit until cool then turn out ontoa serving plate. Garnish with powered sugar.
Imagine yourself taking in the sun lakeside with aPrickly Pear Margarita while soaking in the views of Camelback Lake and the McDowell Mountains.Now imagine doing that with Chef Gary. That’sright, he’s put together an incredible collection ofevents that he’d like you to participate in.
• March Wine Dinner; We’ll provide the transportation.Contact us for details.
• $20 off your check when two or more entrées purchased• Quarterly cooking classes• Quarterly wine tastings• Specialty vodka and whiskey sampling & tastings• Wine dinner values that include private receptions
with the wine maker• Monthly news; recipes, updates on specialty events
and more• Holiday values for meals and resort guest rooms
Call 480-367-2422 to make reservations!
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and start enjoying all the benefits of GARY'S CLUB.
The hospital is probably the last place most of uswant to find ourselves. But the key to keeping youout of there as a patient may be taking advantageof the many classes and resources available atScottsdale Healthcare. As a service to thecommunity, Scottsdale Healthcare provides a wealthof free information and support for everyone fromnew parents to cancer survivors.
Walking into this beautiful facility just off 90thStreet, south of Shea, may be a surprise. It does notlook, feel or smell like your standard hospital.Actually, it’s more like a resort, complete withmodern furniture, a fountain and full-service spa.Part of their commitment to “personalizing health” is offering better care for the mind, body and spirit.Whether that includes a massage is up to you.
For most of us, we go about our busy lives untilmedical attention is required, but taking the time tocare for yourself now can only improve your qualityof life in the future. Recent studies show that stressis the underlying cause of 90% of illness. Inresponse, Scottsdale Healthcare is currently offeringa free 8-week course on managing stress. Butmaybe you’d rather take advantage of their bonedensity screening or heart health evaluation ($20each) for early detection and prevention.
Lisa Sandoval, Business Director of Women’sHealth Services, has over 6,000 members as part ofher Women’s Wellness Club. A recent free eveninglecture, and wine tasting, educated 250 participantson the risk factors, symptoms and treatment optionsof a heart attack. Sandoval says. “People weresurprised to learn about how different the symptomsare for women.” She adds, “Men are alwayswelcome, but 80% of healthcare decisions aremade by women. We’re here to empower them andremove barriers.” One example of this is offeringKidz Klubhouse, a supervised playroom that costjust $5 for 2 hours, so parents can get the medicalattention they need. Valet parking is also offered foreasy access to all events.
If you are a cancer patient or survivor, the
Classes for theScottsdale Healthcare:
14 Spring 2008
“The public helps us
define topics of interest.
We have a comprehensive
and consistent program
with something
offered weekly.”
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Virginia P. Piper Cancer Center offers dozens of freeclasses and support funded by the hospital andgenerous donations. Carol Davis, Operations Managerat the Cancer Center says, “The resources availablehere make the journey so much better. We are the mostcomprehensive cancer center in the Valley, offeringboth traditional and holistic treatments.”
There are also weight loss and parenting supportgroups that meet regularly. The 10-week weightmanagement course ($395) includes gym access,nutrition and trainer consultations, as well as classesthat provide strategies for a balanced lifestyle. Heidi
Donovan, Weight Management Coordinator, says “Wewant people to lose weight in a healthy way and keep it off. We’re here to meet the needs of our patients.”
Workshops for empowering parents and empoweringkids are offered several times a year. Topics range fromautism to self-esteem issues and internet safety. “Thepublic helps us define topics of interest. We have acomprehensive and consistent program with somethingoffered weekly,” Sandoval says. All classes and lecturesare given by licensed professionals.
For more information about classes, events and spaservices, visit www.shc.org.
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Marlin Kirsch and Bruce Keim have brought theinnovative idea of Value-Builders to Phoenix. It startedfour years ago in Denver with a simple concept: if youhave a home that you want to sell quickly for top dollar,but it doesn’t have the upgrades that the current marketdemands, they will fix it up so you can make more moneyon the sale of your house with no out of pocket costs.
Kirsch felt Phoenix was a natural extension from theDenver area. “I really liked the idea because everyone ison the same team instead of beating each other up onprice. Our business is based on trust.” In fact, thecompany’s No. 1 rule is: “If you can’t make thehomeowner more money, leave it alone.”
Home remodeling is a daunting task spent makingcritical decisions, supervising and writing checks. Marlinexplains, “Most homes over the age of 15 years needremodeling and homeowners don’t have the knowledge orexpertise to do it right.” Sellers also get the benefit ofpaying wholesale on the remodel price because of Value-Builders established relationships with contractors andother specialists.
For those of you thinking there must be a catch, here’sa sample break down of how the program works: If yourhome is valued at $500k and it needs $50k in remodelingwhich gets you a sale price of $650k, at the time of saleyou pay back the $50k and then split the profit of $100k.The homeowner only shares in increased profit, so it’s awin for everyone involved. The two caveats are that thehouse must be vacant and the homeowner has no say inhow the remodel is done. The National Association ofRealtors reports that the decision to buy a home is madein two minutes.
So after the remodel is complete, the home isprofessionally staged with furnishing and designerelements to look like a model. Keim says, “People wantsomething that’s move-in ready. We’re motivated to get itdone and help in any way we can because we don’t getpaid until the sale.” And if your home does not sell for apre-determined price, you owe nothing for the remodel.
Bruce has been a contractor for 25 years. He says,“Wework strictly for the seller. Remodels are done quickly,averaging 8-10 weeks. Areas of focus tend to be surfacesthat get used and dated, like the entryway, kitchen,bathrooms and flooring.” To date, there have been 200renovations in the Denver area and these homes sell 40%faster with 25% greater value. Current average days onmarket for these properties, even in today’s market, is 23days.
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Pet: Mr. BigParent: Debra SavittiereBreed: St. BernardAge: 9 weeksFavorite Hobby: Laying wrappedaround the toilet.From The Parent: Cries like a baby,loves to play with stuffed toys, lay in theflower garden and chase flying insects.
Pet: Sophie GrotskyParents: Candice & Craig Grotsky
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Favorite hobby: Bunny jumps &flips around the living room
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Recently, there was a man on the news who lost 3 ofhis 4 dogs to a coyote attack in his own backyard.This got me thinking about the safety and security ofyour furry loved ones and prompted me to do someresearch. Here is what I found from the Arizona Gameand Fish Department:
• Coyotes have adapted to living in cities,suburbs and rural towns. They live in ourneighborhoods and do not just “come down from themountain to have a snack.”
• If one appears in your backyard or while walkingyour pet you should try and appear as large and asthreatening as possible moving your arms and legsaround.
• It is suggested that you keep a “coyote shaker”in your backyard near the door. This is a soda canwith pennies or rocks in it sealed with duct tape.When shaken it makes a loud rattle and will scare acoyote off.
• Discourage them from your yard by:
• eliminating any sources of food• store garbage in a secure place• keep bird seed and water off the ground• have an 8ft or higher fence since coyotes can easily
jump 6 ft.• When outside with your pets - supervise your dog or
cat at all times. Coyotes and other wildlife will not hesitateto take your pet while you are with it or even when it is on aleash. NEVER let your pet off the leash! (besides – it’s thelaw!)
• Do not let your cat or small dog outside. Even if thereis not a coyote present, owls, hawks and other wildlife havebeen known to prey on these types of animals.
• Having a coyote in your neighbor’s yard is the same ashaving one in yours. Be extra careful if there is an attack inyour neighborhood. Coyotes remember and come back formore.
• Shrubbery should be trimmed from the ground up.This information has been provided to you by DanielleVasta, Owner of Bella’s House & Pet Sitting. MCRL
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EuroDream Kitchens & Design Gallery
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Innovative. Sophisticated. Stylish. Not only does thisdescribe the EuroDream business, but the ownersJohann and Polyne Bolle. Originally from the Netherlands,the Bolles started their European cabinetry business in2001. After running a successful construction company inthe midwest, Johann says, “I was tired of being anabsentee father and husband. I wanted to come toPhoenix and start a specialized business... Nobody hadthe quality and functionality of European cabinetry here.”
Why is European cabinetry so different? For starters,they are contemporary and very space efficient.Everything can be tailored to your specific needs, fromthe height of the sink and dishwasher to fully accessiblebuilt-in pantry storage and lazy susan pullouts. Johannsays, “It’s expected that when our customers empty theirexisting cabinets and then fill ours they will have severalempty cabinets available.”
As the trend moves from Tuscan to soft contemporary,Polynne confirms, “We spend a lot of time in our kitchensand people appreciate the clean lines and functionality ofwhat we offer.” If for a moment you are comparing thelook of their contemporary design to that of IKEA,consider that their drawers can only guarantee asustained weight of 18 pounds. Johann isn’t joking whenhe invites you to stand in one of his fully extendabledrawers. EuroDream manufacturers guarantee 180pounds — making everything from the hardware to thewood ten times the quality.
Nolte Küchen is the third-largest manufacturer ofcustom kitchens in Germany. “They have been inbusiness over 50 years and perfected high pressuredlaminates to provide many color options and no darkedging,” Johann says. With the elements of sunlight,cooking vapors, etc. it’s a known fact that solid wood willdiscolor eventually, but laminates don’t age and are veryeasy to care for. However, if 15 years from now you wantnew cabinet doors, they can be ordered directly from themanufacturer. Most other cabinet makers won’t considerthat option, but it certainly offers more possibilities to thehomeowner.
EuroDream also offers restaurant-grade cookingtechnology with Gaggenau appliances. These high-performance built-in kitchen appliances include uniqueoptions such as steam convection ovens, built-in deepfryers and Teppan Yaki grills. They also offer HunterDouglas window treatments, wine cellars and otheraccessories for your home.
Locally owned and operated, the Bolles provide closepersonal attention for every client. They invite you toexplore the full range of products available in theirshowroom at Pima Crossing, just off the 101 and Shea.
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She’s an artist. She’s our neighbor. And shewas married to Guy Stillman — an importantpart of the McCormick Ranch legacy — for 26 years.
Mrs. Stillman bought her home onMcCormick Ranch 5 years ago, just a fewyears after her husband had passed. Originallyfrom Canada, Patricia had always loved thisarea and could no longer take care of theirhome on Mummy Mountain. She rebuilt 90% of the house here and filled it with art, historicfurniture and family heirlooms, so it feels morelike a Fifth Avenue showplace than aScottsdale retreat.
For those of you who aren’t familiar withMcCormick family history, Guy was thestepson of Mr. Fowler McCormick whodonated part of his land to the City ofScottsdale for use as a park. The McCormickfamily had invented the mechanical reaperand Fowler was also the last remaininggrandson of John D. Rockefeller. Guy, whohad a passion for trains, donated theParadise & Pacific railroad and train cars thatstill run at the Railroad Park today. Patriciaalso participated in the park by earningenough money from her successful cookbooktitled “Dinner in the Diner” to move Aguilastation to its current site.
Originally from New York City, Guy neverreally liked the feeling of a big city anddecided to move his family here while heserved in the Navy during World War II.Patricia and Guy met through a mutual friendand when she made her first visit to Scottsdalein 1960 they had several dinner dates. “Hepursued me until I caught him,” she says witha smile. This was a second marriage for eachof them with a total of seven children betweenthe two.
Patricia has always been creative, withprofessions in modeling, fashion design for abusiness in Texas and also as a theater setdesigner. In 2004, she received the honor ofArtist of the Year by the town of ParadiseValley. Some of her work is also displayed atthe Scottsdale Artist School in Old Town and inStillman Station at the Railroad Park. Whetherit’s painting, sculpting or traveling, she says, “I want to do things that please me at thisstage in my life.”
Mrs. Stillman shares some things most people
don’t know aboutMcCormick Ranch:
• Anne McCormick (Guy Stillman’s mother) had a prize-winning stallion named Naborr. In 1969, Tom Chauncey and Wayne Newton bought him for a record $150,000.
• The Arabian horse stables were located where the post office is now.
• Annual dove shoots were held at the Scottsdale Conference Resort location.
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If you’ve lived here on the ranch for a while,you’ve no doubt received the annual Arizonacalendar courtesy of Ray & Paul Slaybaugh. Whatyou may not know is that Ray, who moved herefrom Cleveland, has been a licensed ArizonaRealtor since 1974 and built his home onMcCormick Ranch in 1979. He says, “I liked that itwas a planned community and, like a lot of peoplewho move here from out of state, I appreciatedthe lakes and greenery.”
His son Paul grew up on McCormick Ranchand after receiving a degree in Criminal Justicebecame intrigued with what his father did for aliving. “I decided to give it a try and really enjoyedmeeting people and showing them the area. It’s agreat feeling to help a client buy or sell a home,”Paul says.
Although these “Ranch experts” sell real estatearound the valley, the Slaybaughs have a deepknowledge and appreciation for everyneighborhood within McCormick Ranch. Paulsays, “We take clients to look everywhere, but wereally know this area and take people to walk bythe lake, visit the schools, really get a sense of thecommunity.” They have found that many peopleprefer living on McCormick Ranch with its largelots and classic architecture verses living furtherout in newer homes that all look alike. There hasalso been a growing trend of custom remodelinggoing on in the Ranch. The amenities and locationare hard to beat.
This father and son team work well togetherjuggling the necessities of marketing, researchand customer service. Their website is completewith virtual tours, market reports, and comparativemarket analysis. The Slaybaughs carry no morethan 12 listings at a time so they have time tocommit to the property. When you hire Ray & Paul,that’s who you’re getting.
“We want our clients to be customers for life. Ifthe home is priced right from the start, staged andheavily marketed, there’s no reason why it won’tsell,” says Ray. Their philosophy has paid off overthe years resulting in countless awards includingExecutive Club, 100% Club, President’s Award,Who’s Who of North American Realtors, to name afew. Even in the tough current market, Ray andPaul’s listings always sell in record time. Pleasecall or visit their website www.rayandpaul.com formore information.
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Scottsdale Police DepartmentCrime Analysis UnitS. Peacock #B1215Prepared 1/24/08Data obtained from TSD
0 0.25 0.50.125 Miles
Scottsdale Police DepartmentMcCormick Ranch Vehicle Accident Reports: 1/1/07 to 12/31/07
This map details the location of 157 accidents in our area last year. These accidents include car, car vs. pedestrian, and car vs. bike.
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26 Spring 2008
The sounds of silence as I stroll the neighborhood streetsof McCormick Ranch. Solitary, single-minded, seeing withmy ears.
The sounds are circular in origin. Garbage bins onwheels, waiting patiently by the curb to have their tummiesemptied. Lawnmowers tugging on fresh grass, still wetfrom last night’s rainfall.
A bicycle spinning past me, pedaled by an energeticsenior, her silver hair spunky, peeking from a helmetperched precariously atop her head.
A double-barreled baby stroller approaches head-on.One side nestling a newborn, the other side intermittentlyinhabited by a toddler, the older sibling who wants to beboth big sister and baby. In and out, up and down.
Golf carts humming happily along manicured greens,depositing their riders at the designated holes, resumingtheir journeys at a leisurely, collegial pace. Tires
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Delivery trucks perusing the streets in search of theright address. Motorcycles speeding by, making annoyingnoises, staccato and rude. Delighting in their defiance.
An insatiable stream of cars – relentless, endless.Wheels carrying metal carcasses on important morningmissions. To work, to school, to day care…to Starbucks.
A recumbent bike with a friendly rider advances, softlyturning plump, predictable tires, enticing me to give it a trysome time. And roller blades, clicking fast andaggressively on the pavement. Wistful longing erupts inmy middle-aged soul, wishing I could echo their pace.
The sounds of the neighborhood. Circular, multi-faceted, all man-made. Strangely symmetrical, simply amatter of scale. It’s the nature of life in our little pocket ofthe world. MCRL
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