Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 1 Annual Homeowners Meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 10, 8 p.m. Official Publication of the Lakes Community Association • Volume 43, Number 2 •February 2015 • www.TheLakesofTempe.com SNOW DAY, Lakes Style Photos by Darrell Johnson Mardi Gras Party: Saturday, Feb. 14, at 7 p.m. Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 2 LCA ANNUAL MEETING & BOARD ELECTION RESULTS The Lakes Log is published monthly by the Lakes Community Association, 5501 S. Lakeshore Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283. All articles appearing in this publication are the opinion of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the LCA Board of Directors or management. Acceptance of advertising does not constitute an endorsement of the products or services by the Lakes Community Association. Production services by Don Kirkland since 1987. Printed by The Arizona Daily Star TUESDAY, FEB. 10 7 p.m. Association Office (480) 838-1023 (Hours: 9-5 M-F, except Holidays) Beach & Tennis Club (480) 838-3274 • Christine Baldanza - Community Manager [email protected] Lakes Log Advertising (480) 966-0837 • Daniella Galvez - CC&R Manager [email protected] LCA Board of Directors •Craig Whatcott - Clubhouse Manager Dave Kemper, President Jay Nelson, Vice President Mike Lentino, Treasurer Kirk Hudson, Secretary Members: Gary Jordan, Scott Wilson, Steve Koppen, Ray Oliver [email protected] Total Current Assets: 783,849 Total Reserve Assets: 1,342,609 Net Fixed Assets: 478,554 Total Assets: 2,605,012 Liabilities and Fund Balances Total Liabilities: 199,588 Total Fund Balances: 2,405,425 Total Liabilities and Fund Balances: 2,605,012 Lake Park Villas: Cornerstone Properties 602-433-0331 (Lia Correa). Homeowners Board meetings third Tuesday of each month, Meeting 7 p.m. No board meeting in July or December. Harbour Village:c/o Heywood Realty, Steve Cheff, Manager. (480) 820-1519. Homeowners Board meetings third Monday of each month, 7 p.m., Lakes Beach and Tennis Club. • LCA Website www.thelakesoflempe.com • Lakes Log e-mail [email protected] The Lakes Community Association Balance sheet As of November 30, 2014 Lakes Sub-Association Contacts and Meeting Dates LCA Committees & Chairpersons • Activity—Meets 2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m. Kay Smith, Laison: Steve Koppen • Architectural—Meets 1st Tuesday, 7 p.m. • Architectural Nominating Committee—Mike Lentino • Budget & Finance—Meets 9 days before BoD meeting at 7 p.m. • Fishing & Boating— Jesse Callen, Liaison: Kirk Hudson Meets 1st Monday, 6 p.m. • Lakes Log—Gloria Hollingsworth, Ray Oliver • Lakescape Committee— Doris Nicora, Liaison: Jay Nelson Meets 1st Wednesday, 7 p.m. • Lakes Women’s Club— Launie Harlacher, 1st Thursday, 6:30 p.m. • Infrastructure & Maintenance — Craig Hanson • Nominating—Stella Calvert • Personnel & Compensation— Dave Kemper, Jay Nelson, Kirk Hudson • Risk Management— Dave Kemper, Scott Wilson, Gary Jordan, Kirk Hudson • Swim Team Committee— Lisa Nelson, Liaison: Mike Lentino Sandcastle: c/o Cornerstone, Inc. (602) 433-0331, Doug Hauswirth. Homeowners Board meetings fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m., Sandcastle Complex Clubhouse. Village Landing: Red Mountain Management LLC, 480-641-6300, (David Henderson, Manager) 2015 VLHOA Annual Meeting: February 28, 2015 (10 a.m.) 2015 BD Organizational Meeting: February 28, 2015 (10:45 a.m.) 2nd Quarter 2015 BD Meeting: April 25, 2015 3rd Quarter 2015 BD Meeting: July 25, 2015 4th Quarter 2015 BD Meeting: Oct. 25, 2015 1st Quarter 2016 BD Meeting: Jan. 30, 2016 2016 VLHOA Annual Meeting: February 27, 2016 (10 a.m.) 2016 BD Organizational Meeting: Feb. 27, 2016 (10:45 a.m.) Runaway Point: Heywood Realty & Investment, Inc., Steve Cheff, Manager. (480) 820-1519 Second Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. LCA BOARD MEETING DATES FOR THE YEAR 2015 All LCA Board meetings are held on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the LCA Clubhouse. Jan 28 Feb 10 Annual Homeowners Meeting Feb 10 Board Election Results Feb 25 Mar 25 Apr 22 May 27 Jun 24 Jul No Meeting Aug 26 Sep 23 Oct 28 Nov 18 Dec No Meeting The first annual meeting of the members was held on Feb 8, 1972 and has been held on the second Tuesday in February at 8:00 p.m. ever since. An agenda is posted on the clubhouse bulletin board five days prior to the monthly Board meeting. Members who desire to discuss a problem with the Board and seek a resolution are requested to provide the Association office with a short description of the problem and any proposed solution at least seven days prior to the meeting. The information will be included in the Board’s meeting package. Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 3 Department of Economic Security own once the water started to warm. This President’s Report presented at the LCA office to review our was true last year and, under monitoring, payroll records for the 2013 fiscal year. I we have already observed an improvement. am pleased to report that there were no As the water temperature increases, we will By Dave Kemper adverse findings. continue to monitor the state of the lake and We have completed the 2014 fiscal As you can see from Christine’s article, the City of Tempe has been pretty busy and will continue to be so for the next couple of months. One more issue that the City has brought forward is the cycling of the Orbit bus in our community. We must, as a community, make a decision as to whether we wish to have the bus come through the neighborhood, likely on Lakeshore and Southshore, with a cycle about every 15 minutes. If you have an opinion on the Orbit bus, you can make formal comment at www.tempe.gov/city-hall/public-works/ transportation/bus-/orbit. In addition, you can send letters to the LCA office to provide input to the Board of Directors. On January 21, an agent of the Arizona Manager’s Report By Christine Baldanza Our Tempe Neighborhood Grant meeting went very well. After some discussion, and several ideas presented, a vote was taken and it was decided that the Lakes will submit a grant application to redo the landscaping along the Lakes perimeter wall on Baseline Road. A good cross-section of homeowners attended. “Thank you” to Lakes homeowner Denise Rentschler for facilitating the evening. On Wednesday, February 11 at 6 PM there will be a meeting at the Tempe History Museum, 809 E. Southern Ave., with the developer planning multi-family housing in Lake Country Village at Lakeshore and Baseline Road. I encourage all homeowners to attend this important meeting concerning the development adjust as appropriate. year. At year’s end, the Lakes Community We are currently accepting applications Association reported an operating surplus for the Architectural Committee. You can of $81,000. Over the course of 2014, the get a form from the Lakes office and the Board of Directors moved $410,000 to Architectural Nominating Committee of reserves and $50,000 to the capital fund for the Board of Directors will begin to review future needs. This is made possible through applications this month. the efforts of Christine Baldanza, as our I would like to thank the current manager, the Board of Directors and the members of the Board of Directors. Budget and Finance Committee. Thank you They served well as a team over the past everyone for the parts that you played in year, dealing with difficult issues with assuring that the Lakes remains in a strong thoughtfulness and resolve. Thanks to Scott financial position. Wilson and Steve Koppen for their service As many have noticed, the lake has had a bit of a blue-green algae bloom as a result over the past two years. Lastly, I want to mention the passing of of the rains and the temperature cycling Doris Nicora at the end of 2014. She was over the past month. We had a similar very involved in the community and even situation last year, and our consultant gave the Lakescape Committee report at the recommended that it would improve on its November meeting. She will be missed. of an apartment complex that could impact The Lakes with potential changes to traffic, schools, and our property values. I received the following letter from Shauna Warner with the city of Tempe Neighborhood Services with regard to the upcoming meeting: Over the last several years, there has been a significant amount of discussion and interest from area residents regarding the vision for the Lake Country Village site, located on the northwest corner of Lakeshore and Baseline, 1030 E. Baseline. Lake Country Village was previously a retail shopping center dating back to the mid-1970’s. The redevelopment portion of the parcel represents 18 acres of the 25 acre site and is zoned for commercial with a use permit to allow multi-family development as a component. Area residents are invited to join city staff to learn about the current and past plans for redevelopment of the site and to share ideas and input into Lake Country Village as well as note any issues and concerns regarding redevelopment of the parcel. This is your opportunity to get and provide information on potential opportunities for additional commercial, retail and dining in this commercial area. It is important to recognize that the city is neither the owner nor the developer of this property. To whatever extent possible, any future redevelopment initiated by private development that takes place should be designed to add to and serve as an amenity for the surrounding area. The Mayor and City Council have been invited to attend and it is possible that a quorum of the City Council may be present; however, no city business will be conducted and no action will be taken. This is an event only and not a meeting of the City Council. Due to pending litigation, elected officials will not participate. I encourage all Lakes residents to attend this meeting and share your input and, as always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 480-838-1023. —Christine Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 4 Get your Lakes history lesson Saturday, Feb. 21 Rick Andrews, left, with candidates Charlie Liko and Tony Rao at candidates’ informational meeting. You are invited to the Lakes history breakfast on Saturday, February 21, at 9:30 a.m., in the clubhouse. Please bring your Lakes memorabilia to share. We will have Lakes Women’s Club scrapbooks, and other Lakes history items on display. If you have any seventies memorabelia, bring it or wear it, as our community was established in 1971! The event is an annual milestone as we carry on with forty-four years of Lakes history. This year we will also celebrate the completion of forty years of parties and fun events by the Lakes Women’s Club. Breakfast will be homemade breakfast casserole and fruit, along with coffee, tea, and juice. The event is free; sponsored by the Lakes Women’s Club. Bring a friend! Everyone invited. Lakes board candidates share their views, vision On January 14, a Meet Your Candidates meeting was held and chaired by Mike Pameditis. Biographies of the candidates may be found in this issue of the Lakes Log or in your ballot. After Mr. Pameditis explained the procedure of the meeting to the candidates, the candidates then gave a brief resume of why they are running for the Board. At the end, questions from the audience were entertained. Some concerns centered on the candidates knowledge of the CC&Rs and By-Laws, and being liaisons to the various committees. Maintaining the Lakes buildings and property and the integrity of the lake was also of concern. Another issue was how to prevent crime in our area. Getting to know one’s neighbor and participating in Block Watch events seem to resonate with the three candidates. Ballots have been mailed out and if they are to be returned by mail, they must be mailed by February 6. Ballots may also be hand carried to the Feb. 10 Homeowners Meeting, but must be delivered by 8pm in order to be counted. Please mark your calendar for this important event and plan to attend. — Submitted by Gloria Hollingsworth Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 5 JOKERS ARE NOT WILD! IT’S TIME FOR POKER REGATTA!!! Saturday, March 21, is the date for THE LAKES annual POKER REGATTA I t’s easy to play: you simply purchase as many “hands” as you would like to play at the Beach and Tennis Club before March 22nd. Hands are $5 each and include a picnic lunch at the park following the event. Additional lunches may be purchased for $5 each. Seven checkpoints will be set up throughout the main lake. You will be given a map, along with detailed instructions when you purchase your score sheets (hands). Participants travel by either boat, bike, or on foot to each of the checkpoints, in any order, and draw a card. The value of that card is then entered on your sheet by the official at that checkpoint. The object is to form the best possible 5 card poker hand. The more hands you play, the better your chances for winning some of our great prizes. For those of you who wish to travel on the club boat, it will make a run, leaving from the clubhouse marina dock. Make your reservations for a 10:00 am departure. There is an additional charge and seating is limited, so sign up early! Checkpoints open up at 9am and close at 12 noon, except for the finish line, which closes at 12:30. The picnic and concert by a wonderful band will follow in the park. Prize winners are announced as soon as the officials have finished checking the score sheets. It’s a beautiful day of fun on the lake and at the park. You also have the option of just joining the picnic for $5 per person (under 6, free) The only ones who loose in this event are those who don’t come out and enjoy this very special day in LAKES’ paradise! — Presented by the LAKES Activity Committee Wine & Cheese Happy Hour at the Lakes The Lakes will be having our first Wine & Cheese Happy Hour at 6 pm on February 27th, 2015 upstairs in the Clubhouse. In addition to the Happy Hour, there will be a Wine Competition that will begin at 6:30 pm. People wanting to participate in the friendly competition need to bring one bottle of wine (per person) as their entry. You may submit more than one bottle in the tasting and there will be both a red and Laissez les bons temps rouler . . . Lakes Style Mardi Gras Masquerade Coming Saturday, Feb. 14 Your Lakes Activities Committee is bringing you a fun and unique alternative to the typical Valentine’s date night. Join neighbors and friends on Saturday, February 14 at the Lakes white category. Only people submitting a bottle of wine in the competition will be able to taste the wines and ultimately select winners. The wines will be concealed so we can judge by taste alone. The judging will be from 6:308 pm. Each participant will place their tickets in their favorite red and white wine. There will be prizes for 1st and 2nd of red & white wines. The lakes will provide tiny tasting cups, snacks, cheese, crackers, olives, water etc. Please bring any other beverages you would like to drink. This is an adult only event. — Denise Rentschler, Activity Committee Clubhouse for an evening of Mardi Gras-style fun including traditional foods, music, and dancing. Don a mask and some beads, and get ready for some green, purple, and gold masquerade madness. Don’t miss the crowning of a Mardi Gras King and Queen for best mask. Limited number of tickets will be pre-sold at the Clubhouse: $25 per couple, $15 individual. Adults only. BYOB —Submitted by Suzanne Reddie Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 6 RICK ANDREWS I moved to the Lakes in 1998 thinking it would be a great place to build a family. We started off with a dog, and when that went well we added our two wonderful boys now ages 11 and 13. We were drawn to the Lakes for its central location, mature landscaping and because it is an oasis in our desert community. You can usually find me training for a 10k around the neighborhood, having fun with my boys at one of the parks, or playing pool and pingpong with them at the clubhouse. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from the University of Arizona and have worked as a mortgage underwriter for 23 years in Arizona, Hawaii and California. This gives me a good understanding of what supports real estate values in a neighborhood such as The Lakes. I have augmented my experience by serving on the LCA Architectural and Landscaping committee in 2007, LCA Board 2008-2011 with one year as treasurer and then the Budget and Finance Committee from 2011 to present. As a Board Member my strong listening skills will ensure a balanced view on issues before making decisions. My accounting experience and deductive reasoning have also prepared me well for the position. I plan to make the best choices possible to keep the community a great place to live, now and in the future. MEET YOUR CANDIDATES FOR THE LCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHARLIE LIKO I can remember distinctly the first time my wife and I drove into the lakes, we both knew this was the community we had to live in! The lake made it feel as though we had found an oasis in the desert, lush grass and mature trees lining the streets and people walking with their pets, It’s unique, it’s wonderful, it’s home. My wife and I being from the Midwest found many neighborhoods to be beautiful, but none that touched us deep down in our roots like the lakes. We found a rental right away, moved in and immediately began plugging in and enjoying the community, and getting to know our neighbors. There is a special kinship I feel among the residents here, a deep sense of pride and ownership of our unique community. That was in 2009, and in 2011 we purchased a home on Spinnaker which is where we reside today. We have three children here, my oldest son Cole is a sophomore at Marcos De Niza, my daughter Carlie is an 8th grader at Fee’s and my son Caleb is in the 5th grade at Rover. We are completely vested here and feel it incumbent upon us to do all that we can to assure that it continues to be the great community it is today and even better in the future! I am an entrepreneur that is passionate about taking something from an idea to fruition. I have always felt the bigger the challenge, the greater the excitement in succeeding. I currently am half owner of a rapidly expanding eco friendly pest control company, in which I handle business development, marketing, book keeping and systems implementation , and am the principle partner of an insurance brokerage company. I served as Vice President of the board of overseers for the Wonderful Mercy Church in Gilbert, am currently Vice President of the Gilbert Historical leads group, and serve on the membership committee of a Business Networking International group that meets in Chandler. It would be a privilege for me to bring my experiences in business to my own community. It is a core value of mine that my children grow up seeing their parents give themselves to things that have great value to them and this would definitely fit that definition for me. TONY RAO My wife, Kim, and I moved to the Lakes in August 2006. We first lived in a condo at Sandcastle and then bought our first home on Steamboat Bend 6 years ago where we currently reside. Since then, we have had 2 children, Lina (5) and Lucas (2). The Lakes has been a wonderful community for my family. My brother and his family live 7 houses down from us and my parents live 2 blocks away. As a closely knit family, my wife and I easily foresee us staying in the community at least until our children graduate high school and probably beyond. We take great pride in the appearance of our home and yard and are always striving to improve it. We also believe in the beauty of The Lakes. Our long term commitment to this community is the main reason why I am running for the Lakes Board. I was born in Canada but moved to Tempe when I was 14. I went to high school at Corona del Sol, and then received dual B.S. degrees in chemistry and biochemistry at the University of Arizona. Following this, I attended Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia PA and graduated in 2004. I purchased my dental practice in Phoenix at the beginning of the great recession. I am very proud to say that it has had steady growth throughout this time. This happened because of hard work but also proper financial budgeting, cost analysis, and fiscal planning--all traits I plan on bringing to the HOA as a board member. My main objectives are improving current infrastructure as well as tackling issues with crime and safety. These issues are vital for the livelihood of the present community, as well as for future generations. If elected, I would always be willing to listen to the comments, recommendations and concerns of my neighbors and I know that together, we can ensure that The Lakes community continues to shine. Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 7 History Breakfast Saturday February 21st at 9:30 am Mardi Gras Masquerade Party Come to the Clubhouse and Enjoy Breakfast while you Learn about your neighborhoods History while meeting new friends. Saturday, Feb. 14th 7:00-11:00 pm Grab your mask & beads. Get your tickets now! Ave la fete commence! POKER REGATTA Saturday, March 21st 9:00 am – noon Cost: $5.00 per “hand” Wine and Cheese Happy Hour February 27th at 6 pm at the Clubhouse _______________________________ Followed by: PICNIC & MUSIC in the PARK 12:00 – 2:00 pm Each Poker Regatta “hand” includes one Picnic Ticket or you may buy a Picnic Ticket for $5.00 Sponsored by LAKES Activity Committee Come taste new wines and join the wine Contest with your favorite white or red wine. Out to Lunch Bunch Mysteries and Histories Book Club Ordinary Grace William Kent Krueger February 19, Thursday 7:15 at the Club Available at Amazon for download or in paperback For Information please email [email protected] [email protected], THURSDAY February 12, 2015 PERFECT PEAR BISTRO 9845 S.Priest Drive, Tempe 11:30 am Wednesday February 18, 2015 Movie: The Wedding Dress Please make your reservation at the club house by Wednesday, February 11th and indicate if you need a ride. We will carpool from the clubhouse at 11:30 a.m. for a 12:00 luncheon. Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 8 SNOW DAY Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 9 Taking the plunge Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 11 Snow Frolic enchants kids, adults FIRST FRIDAY The fifth annual Snow Frolic took place on Saturday, January 3rd, 2015. Due to questionable weather on January 1st, the event was changed to January 3rd. 75 children enjoyed playing in the five tons of snow located in the parking lot of The Lakes Clubhouse from 12pm-2pm. Refreshments were provided by Lakes Women’s Club members and frolic participants and 6 gallons of hot chocolate were consumed by the attendees. The Lakes Women’s Club also provided 30 pairs of children’s gloves for those bare hands. A special appearance from ‘Olaf’ helped to ensure the festivities were fun for all. ‘Olaf’ posed for many pictures with attendees as music from the movie Frozen played in the background. A Huge thank you to the Clubhouse staff for all of their assistance in the set up and strike of this event! Plans for the 2016 snow frolic are being secured for Saturday, January 2nd with a 10am start. — Submitted By Sandra Brightwell Book Club: Mysteries and Histories A new Book Club is having its first meeting at the Lakes clubhouse on February 19th at 7:15. The first book is Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger, a novel/mystery about a small town in the Midwest. Discussion will be open to any topic in the book. We are hoping that the genre ongoing will be a choice of the group members. This book has been successful in other book clubs and has been chosen as the starting work due to the high quality of character development and plot. Michael Fritz and Clark Fisher have set this club up as an official Lakes activity. Richard Schooler will advise. Step 1. Pick up the book on line, Amazon or at the book store Step 2. Read the book Step 3. Come to the club for a lively discussion on the book Step 4. Discuss the form of the group going forward — Clark Fisher BOAT FLOAT Hurry to sign-up to ride on the club boat for the next First Friday Boat Float: on FRIDAY, February 6th. If you have your own boat, get your batteries ready and be prepared to have a relaxing boat ride with friends on The LAKES First Friday Boat Float. Meet at Christmas Island at 7:00 pm and plan to travel the waterways, following the club boat, west side to east side. There’s no sign-up needed (unless you’re riding the club boat) – just come on out! It’s always fun! — Sponsored by the Activity Committee Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 12 Frozen for a Reason Denise Rentschler, Lakes Activities Committee On Saturday, Jan. 10 hundreds of Bears gathered around our community swimming pool for the 4th Annual Polar Bear Plunge at The Lakes! Nearly 150 Polar Bears earned their bragging rights by jumping into the cool pool, while dozens of Teddy Bears cheered them on. The bone-chilling, yet heartwarming event raised more than $8,500 for Tempe’s adapted recreation programs, which provide recreational and social opportunities for our community members with special needs. To learn more about the amazing people and programs that benefit from the annual Polar Bear Plunge at The Lakes, visit www. LakesPolarBearPlunge.com and click the Adapted Rec Programs button. There were lots of creative costumes for the annual contest including a cuddly polar bears, “Man-kini” and a slew of Super Heroes. WholeFoods Market Tempe provided a yummy breakfast treats and hot beverages for all to enjoy. The 2015 Polar Bear Plunge was a huge success! A ll of the attendees had a great time. Thank you to the Lakes Activities Committee for sponsoring the event. Thank you to our wonderful partners for their generosity - Jenny Norton and Bob Ramsey of The Ramsey Social Justice Foundation; Davidson & Belluso Advertising and Design and WholeFoods Market. And thank you, The Lakes Community, for all of your support! If you would like to see pictures from this year’s event, please visit www.LakesPolarBearPlunge.com. Lakes Pickleball Clinic A Big Success P ickleball is for all sorts of people at every level and age; it’s the fastest growing sport in America. Beginners and Intermediate players alike, joined in for The Lakes Pickleball Clinic on Saturday January 24th. Many thanks to Doug Kelton our clinic coach for the fun skills and drills, his demonstrations showing us what to practice. There were people who had never played the sport and wanted to see what it was all about. We learned how to dink, what the NVL is (no volley line), and how important the 3rd shot can be. They found out what a social game it is, making new friends and are now converts to keep playing! For those who missed the clinic and want to play, The Lakes Pickleball hours are: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 8:30-11:30. See you on the Courts! —Submitted by Marion Taylor Saturday February 28 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Kiwanis Park Mill Ave. & All-America Way Free community event with activities for the whole family! Enjoy sports, kayaking, Diablo Dash, Kid Zone Experience, program demonstrations and more! www.Tempe.gov/PlayDay or call 480.350.5200 Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 13 In memoriam: Doris May Nicora Doris May Nicora, 79, died Friday, January 9, 2015 surrounded by her family at Hospice and Life Care Center, Wilmington NC. She was born on May 22, 1935 in Warren, OH and raised in Windham, OH the daughter of the late Orrin and Thelma Foy Knapp. Doris was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and Meeting Planners International. She was retired as a meeting planner for Iron & Steel Society in Pittsburgh. She had worked for 21 years as secretary at Van Huffle Tube. She was a member of the 1st United Methodist Church, Warren and Dayspring United Methodist Church in Tempe, AZ. She divided her time between Ohio and Phoenix, AZ. She enjoyed traveling domestic and internationally and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Family was a very important part of her life taking pleasure in sharing holidays to watching her grandchildren play sports. Doris moved into The Lakes in 2000 and was very active and involved in Lakes activities. She joined the Lakes Log committee where she served for five years, two as chair. She was also very involved with the Lakes Women’s Club serving as president for two years and chairing the LWC Fashion Show and LWC Tea for three years. She was on the Building Facilities committee for three years. Most recently, Doris was on the Lakescape committee which she chaired for the last four years. In 2010, Doris was named Lakes Woman of the Year by the LCA Board of Directors. She was a remarkable and inspirational woman with a positive attitude and touched Expires 3/01/15 many lives. Doris’ legacy will be carried on by: daughters, Sherri (John) Tinney of Wilmington, NC, Tammi (John) Penman of Warren, OH, son, Mark (Darcy) Nicora of Manhattan Beach CA, stepdaughter, Debbi (Roger) Grimmett, Dover, OH, grandsons, Jonathan, Chris, and Ben Penman, granddaughters, Jessica Tinney and Gianna Nicora, great granddaughter, Isabelle Penman, and her twin sister, Betty (Bill) Slezak of Holland, MI. Her family suggests contributions be made in the form of donations to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, Life Care 1406 Physicians Dr. Wilmington NC. 28401. Join us for a celebration of life honoring Doris Nicora on Saturday, March 14 at 3 PM in the Rose Garden at Compass Park in The Lakes. Expires 3/01/15 Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 14 Out to Lunch going to Perfect Pear This month the Out to Lunch Bunch will continue our theme of sampling various international flavors. On Thursday, February 12th, we will visit The Perfect Pear Bistro in Tempe for some Mediterranean food. Begin your dining experience with appetizers such as Olives and Pesto Goat Cheese or Greekadilla, a crispy quesadilla filled with spinach, tomatoes, chick peas, feta and pepper jack cheese. Experience such flavorful items such as Tuscan rigatoni—roasted zucchini and red peppers, sauteed mushrooms and caramelized onions tossed with a signature red sauce topped with feta cheese and basil Lunch specials include 1/2 Salad & Soup $10; 1/2 Pasta & Soup $10.50 and 1/2 Salad & 1/2 Pasta $11. You may visit the web site www. perfectpearbistro.com to view the complete menu. The owners. Chris and Laura Hove, are natives of the Southeast valley. Chris is a graduate of Corona del Sol High School and Laura is an alumnus of Desert Vista. The Hoves believe that freshness is the key to everything produced in their kitchen and they try to use local suppliers whenever possible. Bring a friend and join us for a wonderful experience. Please make reservations at the clubhouse no later than Wednesday, February 11th. Let us know if you need a ride, as we will carpool from the clubhouse at 11:30 for a 12:00 luncheon. The Perfect Pear Bistro is located on the northeast corner of Ray Road and Priest Drive. at 9845 South Priest Drive, Tempe. Please call Gloria Hollingsworth with any questions at (480) 838-0753. Foreign Film Wednesday, February 18, 2015 The time: 11:30 A.M. RSVP: Uta B. Murchison Tel. 480) 838-3997 Bring a dish to share My choice of movie is: The Join the Lakes Women’s Club for Thirsty Third Thursday! Jane will be your greeter at Pier 54 on Thursday, February 19th at 6 pm. The restaurant is now open as an American and Italian eatery, serving a wide variety of food and drink items. You won’t want to miss this fun-filled Happy Hour event at one of the Lakes’ best waterside Wedding Dress Contents: A radiant wedding gown gets stolen. This starts a chain of events taking the dress from a thief, to a cab driver, to a struggling couple, to a second-hand shop, and to a dry cleaners. Magically the dress changes the lives of six brides. hot spots! All are welcome as we socialize with neighbors and friends, and enjoy some beautiful outdoor air and the great waterfront views. Everyone deserves a break from our busy schedules, and you’ll enjoy the varied menu that Pier 54 has to offer. So come on over, sit, chat, enjoy! Please come down, even if you are solo. Just look for us at the group table with our Lakes Women’s Club sign. Hope to see you then! —Submitted by Jane Morrissey Dun & Bradstreet Credibility Corp. Announces EdAhead® Challenge Grant to Tempe Elementary School District Elementary School District in support of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) initiatives. The funds will be used to support the Fees College Preparatory Middle School STEM based and language arts. The donation will specifically allow the school to purchase and maintain additional equipment for the STEM lab, replace consumable materials for all STEM classes, provide a STEM student fieldtrip to the Arizona Science Lab, participate in the City of Tempe’s Geeks’ Night Out, and participate curriculum. The District’s Strategic Partnerships and Innovations Department developed the partnership with Dun & Bradstreet Credibility Corp., a leading provider of in STEM competitions. “We are extremely honored to have been chosen by the school district to receive this contribution from Dun & Bradstreet Credibility Corp.,” said Kacy S. Baxter, credit building and credibility solutions for businesses. The funds will benefit approximately 165 sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students by providing a STEM-based curriculum and a dedicated elective focusing on science, social studies, Principal at Fees College Prep. “Our STEM Dun & Bradstreet Credibility Corp. recently announced the company’s first ever donation of $4,100 to the Tempe program provides students real-world opportunities that help to guide career decisions. The additional support allows us to expand and enhance the program, which ultimately benefits our students and paves the way for their future.” Clockwise from upper left: Fees College Prep Principal Kacy Baxter, Dun & Bradstreet Credibility Corp. representatives Ever Ledezma, Don Beard, Greg George, and Robert Thompson, STEM teacher Tyler Chandler, STEM students Jadon Chacon, Ranndy Lopez, Amber Perry, Tai Christensen, Letzy Cervantes, Isis Fernandez, Manuel Zul Diaz Chef’s Galley Quick and easy chili Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 15 QI GONG 18 STYLE AT THE LAKES CLUBHOUSE ON GOING LEARN-BY-DOING SESSIONS EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY 6:30-7:00 PM ($5 PER SESSION) DROP-INS WELCOME! IMPROVE BALANCE, COORDINATION & MENTAL CLARITY REDUCE STRESS - BUILD STRENGTH FEEL VIBRANT - ROBUST FULL OF LIFE! 1 lb. ground beef or turkey 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 can (15 to 16 oz.) can kidney or pinto beans, undrained) 1 package McCormick Chili Seasoning Mix Brown meat in a large skillet over medium high heat. Drain Fat. Stir in all other ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve with toppings such as chopped onion, shredded cheese, cilantro, sour cream, avocado, chopped black olives, tortilla chips. Note: To reduce sodium, use sodium reduced diced tomatoes and drain and rinse beans. Add 2/3 cup water. Serves 4 —Gloria Hollingsworth Privileged to help. We’re honored to serve this community for 20 years. My staff and I look forward to many more with you. Thank you for your continued support and business. Get to a better State®. Get State Farm. CALL ME TODAY. Mary Contreras, Agent 2145 E Warner Road Tempe, AZ 85284 Bus: 480-775-7788 [email protected] 1211031 State Farm, Bloomington, IL Lakes Log • February 2015 • Page 16 Len Meyer #1 in Lakes Sales! Homes in The Lakes for Sale . . . WE HAVE BUYERS FOR HOMES IN THE LAKES! SOLD GORGEOUS LARGE WATERFRONT HOME 5414 S. Marine Dr. Needs Nothing! 4 BDRS, 2.5 BA, HUGE Bonus Room 3,107 sf. Nicely updated. $519,900 SOLD If you have been thinking about selling your home, we would be happy to give you a NO-OBLIGATION MARKET ANALYSIS of its value today. SINGLE LEVEL TOWNHOUSE Just call 480-205-1737 SOLD in Gated Village Landing in The Lakes 5447 S. Hurricane Ct. 2BDRS, 2 BA, 2 Garage 1,353 sf. End Unit $215,000 AVAILABLE GORGEOUS UPDATED WATERFRONT 5502 S. Marine Dr. 4 BDRS, 2.4 BA, 2 Garage, Pool, Spa, Decks, more! $539,900 SOLD Call Len Meyer at 480-205-1737 or e-mail at [email protected]. PENDING CUSTOM WATERFRONT BEAUTY 970 E. Morningstar Ln. 4 BDRS, 2 BA, 3 Garage, Pool 2,346 sf. Really Special! $449,000 PENDING UPDATED SINGLE LEVEL HOME 1412 E. Bayview Dr. 3 BDRS, 2 BA, 2 Garage 2,061 sf. Nice! $285,000 AVAILABLE All are Gammage Realty Group Listings WE HAVE MORE!! No one sells more Lakes homes. WE LIVE HERE! We CARE about Lakes property values. Visit our exclusive Web Site at www.lensellsazhomes.com LEN MEYER, MBA, CSSPE, CRS Associate Broker Gammage Realty Group, Inc. email: [email protected] www.Lensellsazhomes.com 480-205-1737
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