2015 srca feb/march issue

Scottsdale Ranch Community Association 1

Plus…scottsdale Ranch Real Estate update

By Peggy Rauch

2015 Meeting & Event Calendar… Page 26

The Official Publication of the Scottsdale Ranch Community Association February/March 2015

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Happy 2015 Everyone!! Once again we can all look back and be completely surprised that yet another year has passed. We are right back in the middle of another winter visitor season and this year we expect more of them than ever. With the Super Bowl, the Pro Bowl, Barrett Jackson, Arabian Horse Show, the Waste Management Open and many more events - our streets will be overflowing with potential home buyers. Homeowners will be realizing that it is a great time to take advantage of the additional activity.

We are so fortunate to live in such a fabulous climate while the rest of the country is in a “deep freeze.” This always results in visitors looking to purchase here in order to escape their brutal winters. If you would like to sell your home or if you know someone else who would like to buy or sell please give us a call so we can add you to our ever growing list of satisfied clients and customers.

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10 Mercado Directory of Merchants & Services

11 Mercado Coupons

Mercado Corner… Your Hoa… 4 Message From Your HOA

Annual Assessment Reminders

SAVE THE DATE: Meet The Candidates & Annual Meeting!

SRCA Board Briefs & Announcements

Residents’ Corner

5 Meet Your HOA

6 Manager’s Report

Respect Your Neighbors and be Responsible!

7 President’s Message

Home & Landscape… 8 Before & After Home Renovation

Did You Know?

City of Scottsdale Brush Collection 2015

Fight Roof Rats – Citrus Drop Off Available!

9 Preparation For Seasonal Planting

Make A Second Round of New Year’s Resolutions

Stay up-to-date! Visit the Scottsdale Ranch Community Association website, www.scottsdaleranch.org

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Table of Contents… February/March 2015

The Official Magazine of Scottsdale Ranch

This magazine is delivered to all homeowners and businesses in the Scottsdale Ranch Community bi-monthly. This magazine is also distributed to surrounding businesses and office complexes. You have received this publication because your HOA believes you take pride in your home environment and community. This magazine provides you with HOA information and home product advertising that enhances your home comfort and increases the value of your home. We are always interested in your comments or suggestions. SRCA does not promote or endorse any advertisers in this magazine.

While efforts to ensure accuracy are exercised, the publisher assumes no liability for the information contained in either editorial or advertising content. For advertising and editorial information please call 480-634-1708 or visit valhalla360.com.

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Please support our advertisers, they make this magazine possible. Are you interested in advertising? Please call (480) 634-1708 or email: [email protected].

amenities… 12 Lake Serena Boating

Scottsdale Ranch Block Party Trailer for Free!

Desert Garden Park

Via Linda Senior Center Senior Expo

13 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale

News from Laguna Elementary

Social Life on the Ranch… 14 Home and Garden Show

15 Fishing Derby

Community Wide Sale

Spring Party Pot Luck

16 Spring Dinner

Jazz Nights on the Ranch

A Sock Drive Thank You

Recreational Boat Meet Ups/ ”Kayak Club”

Storytime with Mothergoose

17 Dog Rescue

Wine Club

Scottsdale Ranch Cork & Forks

Moms Group

18 Scottsdale Ranch Women’s Association

Scottsdale Ranch Golf Club

Lake Serena Yacht Club

Duplicate Bridge Group

Chess Club

NEW! Knitting, Crochet & Quilting Group

19 New Resident Cocktail Party!

20 Holiday Social & Boat Parade The Family Festival

21 Tierra Vista Block Party

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The Family Festival

In the Community… 24 Open Season for Identity Thieves

Mercado at Scottsdale Ranch Events

Local Events To Check Out!

In Every Issue… 26 2015 SRCA Calendar of Events

28 Product & Service Directory

22 Lasagna Rolls

Healthy Lifestyles…


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DININGGoldie’s Sports Café

Samurai Sam’s Teriyaki Grill

The Egg I Am

Viola French Bistro

PERSONAL BEAUTY / HEALTHWalgreens

Crystal Nails

Dentist

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Fitness Experience

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It’s All Good Nutrition

Mercado Ranch Barbershop

Mercado Chiropractor

Total Difference Body Work

PERSONAL ENRICHMENTDance Connection

Fred Astaire

Global Minds Preschool

Christian Science Healing Practice

Christian Science Reading Room

SPECIALTY RETAIL / SERVICESEdward Jones

JR’s Shoe Repair

Kosmos Doghouse

Mail N’ Office

Scottsdale Fine Jewelers

Sonoran Concepts Custom Homes

Suburban Sole

Ultra Cleaners

Vacation Deals

Water and Ice

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Your Hoa…Message From Your HOATo discover Scottsdale Ranch is to discover a premier and progressive residential community attuned to your needs. at Scottsdale Ranch, you will find a community that ref lects your taste and individuality. From luxury waterfront homes and spacious single family dwellings to private patio homes, you will find a home to suit your needs. Scottsdale Ranch was established in 1981 and encompasses 1,118 acres bordered by 96th Street on the West, 112th Street to the East, and Shea Boulevard south to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. There are 3,938 homes/units in Scottsdale Ranch.

Scottsdale Ranch’s prestige is complemented by its luxurious amenities. Lake Serena, a forty-two acre man-made lake offers fishing and boating and is considered a jewel of Scottsdale Ranch. Likewise, the Community Center, which also houses the administrative offices, provides a comfortable gathering place for parties, community events, or even a game of cards.

Conveniently located at the corner of Via Linda and Mountain View is the Mercado which offers a variety of specialty stores, restaurants, grocery and drug stores, offices, and professional services. Centrally situated in the heart of Scottsdale Ranch is a 64-acre general public use area featuring many fine amenities such as the Scottsdale Ranch Park, a beautiful Desert Garden, the Via Linda Senior Center, the Boys and Girls Club and Laguna Elementary School.

The Scottsdale Ranch Community association and the active participation of Ranch residents design the lifestyle, integrity, and aesthetics of our community. Visit our website at www.scottsdaleranch.org for more information about our fabulous community!

Board BriefsNovember/December

➢ Revisions to political signage rules approved.

➢ Board instructed staff to look at taking out more eucalyptus and olive trees.

➢ A follow-up Board Retreat was scheduled for January 15, 2015.

➢ Service Direct Landscape (SDL) was approved to service SRCA landscape for a one year contract term beginning January 1, 2015.

➢ Approved seed money for new playground equipment for SR Park to be matched by the City of Scottsdale.

➢ Approved 9 paid holidays for SRCA personnel in 2015.

➢ Accepted revisions to the SRCA Employee Handbook and ED job description.

➢ Approved the use of collection agency for severely delinquent accounts of previous owners.

Annual Assessment Remindersannual assessment invoices were mailed out to all Scottsdale Ranch residents in December with a due date of January 1, 2015. The 30-day grace period provided residents adequate time to make payments, as payments were not considered delinquent until January 31, 2015. all payments received in our office after January 31, 2015 were considered late and have been assessed a 10% late fee of $34.00.

Starting February 28, 2015, all accounts not paid will be assessed additional interest at a rate of 12% per annum, or $3.40 per month until it is paid.

So, if you haven’t already, please be sure to mail in your payment, including the $34.00 late fee totaling $374.00 to the bank’s lockbox address indicated on your invoice to avoid accruing any further collection fees. If you have any questions about your account, please contact, amy with Colby Management at 623-977-3860 ext. 7725 or [email protected]. Do you know anyone who stands

out on the Ranch? Someone who gives back to the community, making Scottsdale Ranch extra special?

If you’d like to nominate a resident you know who volunteers their time in an extraordinary way to help others whether in our community or in the greater community, please email over a brief nomination to Belle at [email protected].

RESIDENTS’ CoRNERA place where residents’ extraordinary philanthropic and volunteer services can inspire others.

Join us Wednesday, March 25 at 6:30 pm in the SRCa Community Center for an informal meet and greet with the 2015 Board Candidates. Complimentary wine and cheese will be provided!

Then join us again at the Scottsdale Ranch 2015 annual Meeting, Thursday, april 16 at 7:00 pm in the Community Center!

SAVE THE DATE: MEET THE CANDIDATES & ANNUAL MEETING!


www.scottsdaleranch.org

The SRCA Administrative office will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2008 in observation of Independence Day. Happy Fourth of July!

association InformationScottsdale Ranch Community Association (SRCA) 10585 N. 100th Street Scottsdale, Arizona 85258

Office: (480) 860-2022 Fax: (480) 860-8264 After Hours SRCA Emergency/Answering Service Number: 1 (888) 271-0019 Website: www.scottsdaleranch.org Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Staff emails:

Kathe Barnes Executive Director [email protected]

Suzanne Cox Homeowner Liaison [email protected]

Belle Worthley Community Relations Coordinator [email protected]

Ricki Stamos Administrative Assistant [email protected]

Gabby Weiss Architectural Liaison [email protected]

Lisa Ross Member Services Coordinator [email protected]

a seven member Board of Directors governs Scottsdale Ranch Community association (SRCa). The Board establishes the basic policies of the association and oversees the operation of the professional staff. The Board of Directors meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at the Community Center. These meetings are open to the membership. Briefs of the meetings can be found on the website at www.scottsdaleranch.org.

SRCa’s Board employs an Executive Director who oversees the administration, landscape and building/lake departments including a full-time, on-site administrative staff and a contracted landscape maintenance company, who all work behind the scenes to implement the mission statement.

Meet Your HOA

Matt Metz President

Mission Statement: “The Mission of Scottsdale Ranch Community Association is to serve as the organization through which its residents may sustain and enhance the character, quality of life, and desirability of our community.”

Brian MunsonTreasurer

Michael Breslin Vice President

Jeannine MonaSecretary

Lea DiamondDirector

Bill HowardDirector

Mike VandermarkDirector


Your Hoa…

Manager’s ReportBy Kathe M. Barnes, CAAM, PCAMExecutive Director

as I am sure you will agree; the maintenance of common areas is one of the most important responsibilities of a homeowner’s association; as it is integral to the value of the community and the residents’ way of life. It is all about preserving and enhancing the long-term values of the homes and our association.

a top priority of SRCa is to always have well-maintained landscape in our common areas which provides that “lush look and feel” that so many residents enjoy. as we continue to strive to preserve and enhance this very large asset belonging to the association; it became more about “asset” management than “plant” management. as our community aged, we were faced with increasing challenges in maintaining our high standards. Because of this, our association decided to partner with the industry experts to help take Scottsdale Ranch to the next level.

Many of you may remember, in 2010, the Scottsdale Ranch Community association (SRCa) embarked on one of the biggest changes in its 30 year history. Prior to 2010, SRCa had always maintained the common area landscape with in-house personnel and with minor assistance from outside contract services for things such as tree trimming and weed abatement. at that time, SRCa entered into a contract with DLC Resources for the maintenance of the common areas. over the last four years, DLC provided good, valuable service and assisted us with many of the upgrades such as the entrance monuments, fencing and signage.

Since landscape maintenance is our largest expense, the Board of Directors directed staff to analyze our current maintenance structure, efficiency and cost feasibility by distributing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to the major landscape companies in the area. as part of their fiduciary duty, the board felt it was imperative that checks and balances were in place to be certain SRCa was receiving the best product for the money. The RFP process

was very defined and all-encompassing as it was important to make sure we had that perfect fit for Scottsdale Ranch. Nine companies, including DLC, presented detailed proposals in the hopes of landing our highly sought after account. a task force was then formed to interview the various companies, visiting other large scale properties, talking with other associations and inspecting operations facilities.

our continued objective was to find an innovative, progressive and proactive company to help manage our landscaped areas. We were looking for candidates with a great deal of knowledge, expertise and experience in caring for a community. The decision was not going to be solely based on the financial aspect. a great deal of time went into the analysis of the proposals which included review of the level of service, man hours, quality control practices, equipment used, extra labor and material costs, experience, technology/work order system, on-site property visits and references.

While many companies were perceived to be high quality organizations, the SRCa Board of Directors, the task force and staff determined that Service Direct Landscape (SDL) would be the best fit for SRCa after extensive review. SRCa is excited to welcome our new community partner and are looking forward to building a long-term relationship. SDL comes to Scottsdale Ranch with a long list of attributes, among those is their ability to design, build and maintain. Below is an excerpt about SDL from their company website:

“Service Direct Landscape’s maintenance services include everything from commercial office buildings and restaurants to residential single family homes and community associations. When you choose SDL for your landscape maintenance, you know you are getting an experienced partner with a diverse knowledge in specialized landscape practices. Each crew member is trained to pay close attention to detail while maintaining safety standards and sustainable landscape practices. SDL strives to perfect the appearance and health of your landscape to enhance curb appeal and ultimately support increased property values for your business or community.”

SRCa appreciates all of the efforts of DLC Resources in being our community partner over the last four years. Their dedication and hard work were among their many assets.

Respect Your Neighbors And Be Responsible!By Suzanne CoxSRCA Homeowner Liaison

Spring is almost here!

Yes, even here in the desert. Spring projects can enhance your property and raise value.

Here are some simple projects to consider. • Plantflowersorshrubbery.• Paintyourblockwallsorsidegate.• Updateyourmailbox.*• Addsomelandscapelighting.*• Upgradeyourcourtyard/porchlighting.*• Considerpaintingorreplacingyourgaragedoor.*• Replaceorreplenishyourlandscaperock.• Buryunsightlyirrigation&electricallines.

*Remembertoalwayssubmitanapplicationforapprovalforanyexterior change. If you are unsure, please call our office or check

the website. We are always glad to help you through the process.

When doing any project always consider the impact on neighboring properties. Never leave materials where they can be seen for an extended period of time. ask workmen to never park in front of neighboring properties. always complete your project in a timely manner.

Your wall? Your neighbor’s wall?The wall between properties is known as a party wall. Each homeowner is responsible for the integrity of the wall. If one homeowner is doing something to damage the wall, it is their responsibility to remedy the situation and repair the wall as soon as possible. Whenever possible, we encourage homeowners to work with one another towards an amicable solution.

Cooperation is essential!


Happy New Year, Scottsdale Ranchers.

It’s time to ref lect on our accomplishments of 2014, look at some changes taking place, and highlight what we’re expecting for 2015.

Last year was another excellent one for Scottsdale Ranch. Fiscally, we ended the year with great financials, coming in under our expense budget and solidly reserved for future needs. Physical improvements included replacing aging and dated railings around the Ranch with new metalwork whose design is part of the SRCa brand. We also installed new entrance monuments for many of our sub-associations to further update our community’s look and feel. Many visitors and residents find it hard to believe Scottsdale Ranch is 30 years old; that’s because we continually work to keep our community current and relevant.

on the social side, our various SRCa events are designed to provide a sense of community and connectedness, and to offer opportunities for our neighbors, families, and children to get out and meet each other. Many 2014 events produced record turn-outs. That’s thanks to our great staff (who put on the events), our various sponsors (who help fund and staff the events), and YOU – who makethem successful by coming to meet your fellow Ranchers. These community-wide events included: New Resident Cocktail, Mexican Fiesta Dinner, annual Meeting, Storytimes, Community-Wide Sales, Meet the Candidates, Spring Movie in the Park Monsters Inc, Fall Movie in the Park Frozen, Jazz Nights, Halloween Carnival, Scottsdale Ranch Family Festival, Holiday Social and Boat Parade. our Holiday Social event has become so popular that in 2014 we had to require reservations for the first time.

2014 also brought other changes. Many of our staff moved on to other opportunities. We wish them the best in their new endeavors. and we welcome our new staff members who keep the SRCa “machine” operating smoothly. Please drop in to the Community Center to meet these wonderful folks if you haven’t already met them.

We also bid farewell to DLC, our landscaping company for the past four years. It wasn’t an easy process or decision to switch landscaping contractors, but with the involvement of current and past board members, staff, and our Executive Director, wewereabletofindanewcompany–ServiceDirectLandscaping(SDL)–whowe believe will provide better service and save our community significant money. Please read Kathe Barnes’ “Management Report” column in this issue for more information on this important change. We look forward to SDL becoming part of the Scottsdale Ranch “extended family.”

There’s more in store for 2015. In addition to the myriad of day-to-day activities required to keep Scottsdale Ranch running smoothly, we are continuing our upgrades and improvements. The next big phase of improved aeration systems for our signature landmark Lake Serena will be installed. Removal and replacement of trees that have grown too sick or old, or which are inappropriate for their locations, will continue. We’re also looking forward to improvements at the Mercado shopping center, including finding a replacement for the aJ’s which closed last year.

We’re continuing our outreach to make next year’s community events even better and include more residents. as residents, you are the “heart” of our community and we want to create opportunities for you to meet with and connect to each other, have fun, be active, and participate.

That lastword–“participate”– is thekeytothesuccessofourcommunity.Wehope you will get engaged with SRCa by attending many events and perhaps by volunteering to serve on our various committees or running for the Board. However you choose to get involved, you’ll be helping make Scottsdale Ranch one of the best places to live in the Valley!

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Home & Landscape…

We removed the wall separating the kitchen and dining room to give a view of the lake room the kitchen and to open up the home. We are very pleased with the overall renovation thanks to Legacy, the company who renovated our home.

A reminder from your friendly Architectural Liaison: please seek approval prior to exterior modifications!

Before & After Home Renovation

Interested in having your home or nominating a home to be featured in the magazine and inspiring others in your neighborhood? Please contact at Gabby at [email protected].

For information regarding home update regulations and procedures, please visit our website “Documents/forms” or contact the SRCA office at 480-860-2022.

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If you have any home tips and tricks you would like to share, please submit them to Belle at [email protected] for review. Not sure if your tip or trick fits the article? Please submit anyway! There are so many quick home improvements, bill saving tips, décor ideas, resources, etc. that we may think everybody knows about but the fact is, maybe they don’t and Scottsdale Ranch would like to share your idea.

DID YOU KNOW?

City of Scottsdale Brush Collection 2015Brush and bulk collection pick up is scheduled for our area during the week of the dates below. Items should be placed outside by 5 am on Monday morning and the city will pick up sometime during the week. Residents, please be considerate of your neighbors - do not put your items out before Monday and neighbors, please be patient as the City has all week to pick up in our area. Thank you!

Brush Collection Upcoming Dates: February 9 and March 9 For list of items accepted or further, visit http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/recycle/brushguidelines or contact the City of Scottsdale Waste Management Department at 480-312-5600.

Scottsdale and Phoenix arcadia residents are joining forces to remove citrus from area properties to help control the roof rat population. The Citrus Drop-off Program runs Saturdays starting Jan. 24 and runs through March 28. Residents are encouraged to drop off edible fruit from 8 a.m. to noon, and commercial drop off will be from 8 to 10 a.m. Individuals are no longer able to pick up fruit. The program will be at the Elk’s BPoE Scottsdale Lodge parking lot, 6398 E. oak St. For more information, visit: www.roofrat.net.

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Preparation For Seasonal Planting

We are coming up on the time of the year where the frost starts to let up and the mornings feel less and less crisp. February can be tricky in the low desert, a warm week shouldn’t fool you into believing that spring has arrived. There is still a frost risk up until the middle of March so take necessary measures to protect your plants from freezing temperatures.

Mid-March usually brings about the perfect spring weather for planting, a window between the cold frost of the winter and the extreme desert heat of the arizona summer. It’s a great time to plant roses and citrus trees or start a f lower or vegetable garden. This is also the best time to do heavy pruning and fertilize all your plants and trees.

PruningFrost damaged branches can be pruned once the weather warms up. Regular pruning/thinning should be performed by reaching into the plant and cutting select stems at the base, eliminating crowded and crossed branches to create a natural appearance. Restorative pruning can be done once every few years on each species and involves the hard cutback of all branches to allow regrowth for the overall health of the plant.

FertilizationFertilize plants in the early spring to provide the nutrient boost plants need to recover from the cold months and survive the increasing temperatures. Soil tests can help determine the nutrient requirements of your soil to determine the type of fertilizer to use. a good fertilizer blend can promote healthy plant growth and color.

IrrigationTemperatures will begin to rise in March, and irrigation will need to be increased to compensate for the greater needs of the plants. Newly planted landscape may need more water during the establishment period so make sure to plan to water accordingly. Make sure to have timers set on your irrigation clocks and adjust for the seasonal needs of your landscape to keep plants properly watered year-round.

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Did you already break your New Year’s resolutions? Not to worry! Here are three new ones that are not only easy to keep, but will save you money and help the environment. Repeat after me: “This year, I resolve to…

1. …remove my salt-based water softener (and possibly receive up to $250 for doing so)!”

Why? Because Scottsdale recycles wastewater for irrigation and aquifer recharge, and added salt from water softeners is harmful to our desert ecosystem and expensive to remove. a water softener can also waste up to 30 gallons of water a day (imagine running your shower with no one in it for 15 minutes…every day). Learn more at ScottsdaleaZ.gov/water/unsalted.

2. …find and fix leaks with the new Smart Home Water Guide!”

Why? Because the average household loses more than 10,000 gallons of water each year through leaks. That’s equivalent to washing 280 loads of laundry or f lushing the toilet 6,250 times! Visit ScottsdaleaZ.gov/water/conservation to request your free copy or view online at SmartHomeWaterGuide.org.

(Bonus resolution: The city offers a free, one-time irrigation audit to all homeowners. If you have not yet had an audit, resolve to schedule one by calling 480-312-5650.)

3. …stop backwashing my pool anywhere other than my sewer cleanout or my own landscape!”

Why? Because when pool water, which is already high in salt or chemicals, is discharged to the street, it enters the storm drain system, picking up oil and debris before coming to rest in retention basins and washes. Visit us at ScottsdaleaZ.gov/water for more ideas.

and Happy New Year from Scottsdale Water!

Make A Second Round of New Year’s ResolutionsBy Nicole SherbertScottsdale Water


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amenities…

LAKE SERENA BOATING Recreational Boats are available for

use, free-of-charge: 2 One Passenger Kayak 2 Two Passenger Kayak 1 Paddleboat 1 Canoe 1 Row Boat

1 to 2 hour rental increments permitted. A usage agreement must be completed for each reservation, along with a current copy of the declaration page of resident’s homeowner’s insurance policy. Additional documentation is needed for boaters under the age of 18. SRCA residents who are renting properties are required to provide a current copy of their lease, as well as a copy of their renter’s insurance.

Pontoon Boat Rides Available Rides available 7 days a week

1 Hour Pontoon Rides Available for $35 2 Hour Pontoon Rides Available for $50 1 Complimentary Ride available every 24 months 45 Minute Holiday Rides (Thanksgiving to New Years)

Boat accommodates up to 9 passengers Driver Provided Food & Beverages Permitted Sorry, No Pets Allowed

A minimum of 7 days notice is required for reservations

Completed Rental Agreement, Declaration Page of HO’s Insurance & Payment is required in advance

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beverages for your neighborhood block party!

Some may not be aware, but located right within Scottsdale Ranch’s own boundaries, located over at the Scottsdale Ranch Park on the corner of Via Linda and Lakeview Drive is our very own Desert Garden Park. This beautiful park was designed to enhance the understanding of the Sonoran Desert, of botanical processes, and of the geology and soil materials indigenous to the nearby McDowell Mountains. The Garden Park features three zones: a hummingbird nest for the low desert area, a saguaro and bat sanctuary for the high desert area, and a butterf ly garden for the riparian community area. The park is free and open to the public.

The Desert Garden Park first opened in 2003. Scottsdale Ranch played an intricate role in the development of this amenity. Back in 1979, the developer of Scottsdale Ranch donated 64 acres of land to the City of Scottsdale for a GeneralPublicUseareaintheheartofitsmaster-planned community. The City of Scottsdale actively pursued various parties to build a public use facility on a five acre parcel on the corner of Via Linda and Lakeview Drive. The SRCa Board of Directors, staff and a special volunteer Park Committee, comprised of SRCa residents, spearheaded fundraising efforts and proactively participated in the development of this site. The garden has since been a treasured amenity for Scottsdale residents. If you haven’t already, be sure to take a few moments to go and experience this great area.

Desert Garden Park





About Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale provides a positive, safe and fun environment to help 17,500 youth of all ages and backgrounds develop the qualities needed to reach their full potential. The Club offers more than 100 youth development programs at the organization’s nine branches and multiple outreach sites located in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Mesa, Fountain Hills and the Salt River Pima-Maricopa and Hualapai Indian Communities. For more information, visit www.bgcs.org.

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Whoot! Whoot! Laguna celebrates earning the 2014 arizona Higher Performing School a label. Laguna is honored to be recognized by the NCEa, aCT, aDE and arizona Business and Education Coalition as a top performing school in the state of arizona!

Now is the time to register for the 2015 school year. The registration process begins online at www.susd.org. a one-time only registration opportunity will be held at Laguna on March 3rd from 8:00am-2:00pm in lab 500. You may come with documents to register at the school otherwise all registrations will be completed at the Education Center in Phoenix. You may register for anyScottsdaleUnified School, notjust Laguna. Staffing is adjusted to ref lect current registrations so it is important we have all families register in the spring. Remember, Laguna has an on-sight early learning program that services children age 1 years old to 4 years old, Prekindergarten as well as Kindergarten through 5th grade. Go to the Community School section of the district website for early learning

By Dr. Katie RootPrincipal

News from Laguna Elementary

registration and other enrichment programs such as Kids Club. Please contact the office at480-484-2400ifyouhavequestions.SUSD’sspringbreakwillbetheweekofMarch9th. all school and district offices will be closed during this week.

Laguna’s big fundraiser will be held during the week of March 30th. Students will be collecting pledges for laps they will run during the main event. This fundraiser encourages the children to work on leadership, fitness, personal character, and self-esteem. Visit our website at http://susd.laguna.schoolfusion.us or the PTo website at lagunapto.org to learn more about this event and about Laguna Elementary.

are you retired and looking for opportunities to volunteer? Do you work for a company that matches donations to support education? are you seeking ideas on what you can do support classroom teachers? Call Dr. Root at 480-484-2403. Have new neighbors? Invite them to call Laguna for a personal tour of this a+++ Excelling School. We love to show-off all the great things that are happening on our campus!

Located at: The Mercado at Scottsdale Ranch

(Via Linda/Mountainview)

HOME& GARDEN SHOW

Saturday, February 21, 2015 | 11am-2pm at Mercado of Scottsdale Ranch

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Join us Saturday, February 21, 2015 at the Mercado of Scottsdale Ranch from 11am to 2pm for SRCA’s 2015 Home & Garden Show! SRCA hosts this FREE event to showcase all the possible improvements one can make to keep their home efficient, aesthetically appealing and most importantly, ensure property values remain at their highest! Let us bring the show to you! Explore all exhibitors, from cabinet refinishing to pool maintenance to roofing! We’ve got you covered! PLUS! Have the opportunity to speak with the Scottsdale Ranch Architectural Team (Staff and Committee) about your home project approval!

Including: Lyons Roofing, Advanced Painting, Red Mountain Renewal, Desert

Storage and Tailored Living, plus more!

Social Life on the Ranch…




Storytime with MothergooseParental supervision is required for the full hour and parents are also required to sign a brief waiver at their first storytime. For more information, please contact Belle Worthley at 480-860-1259, ext. 13 or by email [email protected].

A SOCK DRIVE THANK YOU!To all of those who participated in the sock drive for The Valley Homeless, they send a huge thank you for your generosity! Scottsdale Ranch residents collected around 300 pairs of socks and a ton of toiletries! If anyone wishes to continue showing support, please feel free to donate toiletries or person items during the year by dropping them off at 10741 E. Palomino Road. Fellow SRCa resident, Loretta, is more than happy to collect and take them to Shoebox Ministry throughout the year! Thank you.

For all of our kayakers, canoers, paddle boaters and other recreational boaters out there, join in on this fun opportunity to meet your fellow neighbors and get together for a fun, group work out on beautiful Lake Serena.

InterestedinMeetingUp?ContactSandraGalinskiat602-999-5200 or [email protected]!

If you’d like to reserve one of SRCa recreational boats, this needs to be done in advance with the SRCa office at 480-860-2022.

Recreational Boat Meet Ups“Kayak Club”

Wine ClubFebruary 26, 20147:00 pm – 9:00 pmAt the SRCA Community Center

Wines of Italy presented by The Taradashes and The Blums. outstanding Italian White and Red Wine will be paired with Italian cheeses, olives, salamis & bread . This is a prepaid event. Please contact Becky Blum for details and payment. [email protected] March 26, 20147:00 pm – 9:00 pmAt The Tasting Room (6951 E. First Street, Scottsdale, 85251)

Lawrence Dunham Vineyards Wine Gallery will be hosting a private tasting for Scottsdale Ranch Residents! Please join us at the tasting room located at 6951 E. First Street, Scottsdale, 85251. The event will begin at 6:30 pm. The event will include tasting award winning wines and appetizers. Cost for the event will be $ 23 per person and payable to the winery the night of the event. Space is limited. Please RSVP to Jeannine Mona at [email protected], no later than 3/5/2015.

We have arranged for transportation to the event provided by Lux Transportation at an additional $20 per person, all inclusive. Visit: www.luxtransportationaz.com. The bus will pick us up at the community center, drop off at LDW Tasting Room and bring us back to the Ranch.


Scottsdale Ranch Cork & Forks

If you are a mom, dad or caregiver who resides in Scottsdale Ranch and have young and school-aged children, be sure to connect with this group. They host a variety of fun events, play dates and activities, share contacts for babysitters, preschools and more all through their Facebook group page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/scottsdaleranchmoms/.

Mom’s Group January BuncoJanuary 13 at the SRCA Clubhouse from 6:30 pm-9:00 pmIt’s BYoB and $5 to play. RSVP through the Mom’s Facebook Page or by emailing [email protected]. New members are always welcome!

an extension of Wine Club, Corks & Forks promises to be a fun way to get to know your neighbors in the comfort of a resident’s home. This group gathers in the Spring and Fall seasons on the second Saturday of the month.

The February Corks & Forks will meet on Saturday, February 21st at 7:00 pm, at the home of Pat and Ben Merrill. Please bring an appetizer or other light dish to share and your favorite wine. Contact the Merrills at 480-307-8876 or [email protected] to reserve your spot and get directions.

The March event will be Saturday, March 14th at 7:00 pm at the home of Lisa Stein. Please RSVP to Jeannine Mona at [email protected].

For more information, please contact Jeannine Mona at [email protected]. Space is always limited to the first 20 people who RSVP to each event. Upon RSVP, you will receive thephysical address (within the Scottsdale Ranch Community).




The Women’s Group meets every Tuesday of the month from october 2014 through May 2015. In addition to the monthly meetings, the group plays Bunco on the 2nd Tuesdays and Canasta on the 4th Tuesdays. There is a bridge group that meets every week on Thursdays.

Every 3rd Tuesday the group meets for a Lunch Bunch at a dif-ferent local restaurant. For more information, please contact Mary Jo Mulcahy at 480-860-1154 or Nancy McCrory at 480-656-9334.

Program for February 3, 11 am: TBAPot Luck Lunch

Program for March 3, 11 am: Spring Style Show Fresh Produce Fashion Show

Lunch Bunch Dates:

Tuesday, February 17th 11:30 am at TBA

Tuesday, March 17th 11:30 am at ZTejas10625 N. Tatum Blvd, Phoenix 480-948-9010

SCOTTSDALE RANCH WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION

2015 Season - “9 and Dines” Scottsdale Silverado

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MARCH 9 4:00

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Scottsdale Ranch Golfers and Friends kicked off the Season at Lookout Mountain Golf Clubon November 17th. On January 12th the Regular Season “9 and Dine” Best Ball Scramblesbegan, held on alternating Mondays at Silverado through the end of April. Scottsdale Ranchadult residents and friends of all abilities are welcome; each event is a single activity, so sign up asa Single, Cart Pair, 3- or 4-some and give it a try! Call 480 551-1525 or email for information.

LAKE SERENA YACHT CLUBThe Scottsdale Ranch Yacht Club is open to all members of Scottsdale Ranch. This fun group meets monthly, November thru april, for a wide array of dinner events at the Scottsdale Ranch Community Center. Membership includes an open bar, appetizers, a full sit down, banquet dinner and live enter-tainment. Membership is $250.00 per person, as well as a one-time registration fee of $50.00 per person for new mem-bers. Membership is limited to the maximum capacity of the Community Center.

Upcoming Event Dates: February 11: Featuring entertainer, Pam MoritaMarch 11: Featuring entertainer, Nicole Pesce

If you are interested in joining, please contact Bill Hammers at 480-860-4066.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE GROUP The Scottsdale Ranch Couples’ Duplicate Bridge Group is growing fast. There is still room for regular monthly players and we definitely need couples who would like to be on the sub list. The group meets once a month in each other’s homes. Couples remain with their spouse and the focus is on meeting new people and enjoying bridge in a casual fun atmosphere. If you are interested, please contact Pat and Ben Merrill at [email protected] (480-307-8876) or Marilyn and al archer (480-451-5973).

CHESS CLUBChess is good for the brain, memory, stress and, most important, creating friend-ship between players! Scottsdale Ranch residents interested in playing chess with fellow neighbors, please contact resident, Khaled Shair by email [email protected] or call 708-267-6720.

KNITTING, CROCHET & QUILTING GROUPSew for a cause! If you are inter-ested in joining a new club that will knit, crochet and quilt for a chari-table cause, please contact resident, Loretta Colgan by email at [email protected].


NEW RESIDENT COCKTAIL PARTY!Wednesday, February 4, 20155:30 pmAt the SRCA Community Center

If you purchased a home in 2014 or 2015, please be sure to join us for compli-mentary cocktails and appetizers at our annual New Resident Cocktail Party! This is a great way to meet new residents and become better acquainted with the community and all that we have to offer. Casual attire!

If you’d like to attend, please RSVP with our office at (480) 860-2022 by Monday, January 26th 2015.



The Family Festival


Thank you to event sponsor, Fred Astaire at Mercado at Scottsdale Ranch, for making the Holiday Social and Boat Parade great one more year!

Holiday Social & Boat Parade

Thank you to our event sponsors: Green ID, DLC Resources, Kerber Construction and City Water (City of Scottsdale Water Department)! Your contributions are greatly appreciated and thanks for making this an amazing first year event!

Tierra Vista Block Party




Healthy Lifestyles…

INgREDIENTsSauce:• 2tablespoonsunsaltedbutter• 4teaspoonsall-purposeflour• 11/4cupswholemilk• 1/4teaspoonsalt• 1/8teaspoongroundblack

pepper• Pinchgroundnutmeg

Lasagna:• 1(15-ounce)containerwholemilkricottacheese• 1(10-ounce)packagefrozenchoppedspinach,thawed,squeezed

dry• 1cupplus2tablespoonsgratedParmesan• 3ouncesthinlyslicedprosciutto,chopped• 1largeegg,beatentoblend• 3/4teaspoonsalt,plusmoreforsaltingwater• 1/2teaspoonfreshlygroundblackpepper• 1to2tablespoonsoliveoil• 12uncookedlasagnanoodles• 2cupsmarinarasauce• 1cupshreddedmozzarella(about4ounces)

DIREcTIONsTo make the sauce: Melt the butter in a heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the flour and whisk for 3 minutes. Whisk in the milk. Increase the heat to medium-high. Whisk the sauce until it comes to a simmer and is thick and smooth, about 3 minutes. Whisk the salt, pepper, and nutmeg into the bechamel sauce.

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.

Whisk the ricotta, spinach, 1 cup Parmesan, prosciutto, egg, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl to blend.

Add a tablespoon or 2 of oil to a large pot of boiling salted water. Boil the noodles until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Arrange the noodles in a single layer on a baking sheet to prevent them from sticking.

Butter a 13-by-9-by-2-inch glass baking dish. Pour the bechamel sauce over the bottom of the prepared dish. Lay out 4 lasagna noodles on a work surface, then spread a large spoonful (about 3 tablespoons worth) of ricotta mixture evenly over each noodle. Starting at 1 end, roll each noodle like a jelly roll. Lay the lasagna rolls seam side down, without touching, atop the bechamel sauce in the dish. Repeat with the remaining noodles and ricotta mixture. Spoon 1 cup of marinara sauce over the lasagna rolls. Sprinkle the mozzarella and remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan over the lasagna rolls. Cover tightly with foil. Bake until heated through and the sauce bubbles, about 20 minutes. Uncover and bake until the cheese on top becomes golden, about 15 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the remaining marinara sauce in a heavy small saucepan over medium heat until hot, and serve alongside.

Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/lasagna-rolls-recipe.print.html?oc=linkback

Recipe obtained from: Food NetworkRecipe courtesy of: Giada De Laurentiis

Total Time: 1 hr 25 min Prep: 25 minInactive: 10 min Cook: 50 minYield:6 servings Level: Intermediate


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In the Community…

It’s open season for everyone who wants to switch health coverage. as you select your health insurance plan, watch out for scams. Whether you are on Medicare, selecting a plan through the affordable Care act (aCa), or have private insurance, here are some tips to help you more safely navigate the open enrollment season.

Medicarea variety of scams take advantage of Medicare recipients. Here are a few: • An “official Medicare agent” knocks on your door selling

Medicare insurance that can save you money. Stop. It’s a scam. There are no Medicare sales representatives. It’s probably someone who wants to use your information to commit fraud or identity theft.

• Someonecallsandsaysyoumustjointheirprescriptionplanor else you’ll lose your Medicare coverage. Don’t believe it. The Medicare prescription drug plan (also known as Part D) is voluntary.

• SomeonecallsclaimingthatyouneedtogiveyourMedicarenumber in order for you to keep your Medicare coverage under aCa. It’s a scam. Don’t give your personal information over the phone. If you need help with Medicare, call 1-800-MEDICaRE or go to medicare.gov.

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for money or try to sell you a particular plan.

another important tip: the government will not call to sell you health insurance. and no one from the government will ask you to verify your Social Security number or bank information over the phone.

Private InsuranceIf you’re looking for health insurance, make sure that’s what you’re buying. Be on the lookout for medical discount plans. They’re not the same as health insurance, even though they sometimes pretend to be. Many of these plans are scams that don’t deliver on the services promised. others are just a way for identity thieves to get your personal information. Your state insurance commissioner’s office can tell you if a plan isn’t insurance and whether the seller is licensed in your state.

Report health care scamsIf you think you may be a victim of a health care scam, report it to the FTC. If the scam is Medicare-related, report it at medicare.gov.If you gave out personal information, then call your banks, credit card providers, health insurance company, and credit reporting agencies immediately. The FTC’s website has more information on health care scams and medical identity theft.

(This article was submitted to SRCa by the Scottsdale Police Department.)

MERCADO AT SCOTTSDALE RANCH EVENTS

Stand Up For HealingFebruary 22 at 2 pmPeople everywhere are searching for a strong sense of identity and a better sense of health. “Stand Up ForHealing” is the title of a talk to be given by international speaker Julie Ward. a practitioner and teacher of Christian Science healing, Ward will present this talk Sunday, February 22 at 2pm, held at Second Church of Christ, Scientist at 10180 N. Hayden Road in Scottsdale. Come and explore how you can stand with God and expect healing! For more information, call or stop by the Christian Science Reading Room, Suite C-113 in the Mercado. 480-860-1065, [email protected].

LOCAL EVENTS TO CHECK OUT!January 17 – March 29Hayden Road and the Loop 101Watch art as it’s being created as more than 100 artists set up working studios at Celebration of Fine art, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily starting Jan. 17 through March 29. Housed in the big white tents southwest of Hayden Road and the Loop 101, Celebration presents a variety ofart inallstyles–fromtraditionaltocontemporary.Visitwww.celebrateart.com for more information.

Goodguys 6th Spring Nationals Car ShowMarch 13 – 158 am – 5 pmWestworld of Scottsdale16601 N. Pima Road Scottsdale, AZGeneral admission $17 on-line pre-sale; $20 at the gate.

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Kids, ages 7-12, $6; 6 and under FREE. With military ID, enjoy a $5 discount. Paid parking $5/car. Kick start an all new hot roddin’ season with Goodguys at WestWorld in sunny Scottsdale as the home of horses becomes horsepower heaven! The lid-lifting event of the 2015 Goodguys season features over 2,500 1972 and older hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks, classics, and sports cars sprawled over WestWorld’s 20-acre Polo Field. Event features include vendor exhibits, Swap Meet & auto Trader Classic Cars 4-Sale Corral, the pavement-pounding Goodguys autoCross, model car show, FREE kids entertainment and so much more! Bring the whole family for a hi-revvin’ weekend of fun. Friday & Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. For any questions, please call Goodguys at 925-838-9876.

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sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday saturday

1 2 Jazz Night (7 pm) 3 Women’s Association luncheon (11 am)

Women’s Association canasta (1 pm)

4 New Residents cocktail Party (5:30 pm)

5 Women’s Association Bridge (11 am)

6 7

8 9 10 Women’s Association Bunko (1 pm)

Moms group Bunko (6:30 pm)

11 sRcA Architectural committee (3:30 pm)

lake serena Yacht club (6 pm)


13 14

15 Dog Rescue Event (11 am)

16 sRcA Finance committee (4:30 pm)

17 Women’s Association lunch Bunch (11:30 am)

18 storytime (3:30 pm) 19 Women’s Association Bridge (11 am)

20 21 Home & garden show (11 am)

corks & Forks (7 pm)

22 23 24 Women’s Association canasta (11 am) sRcA Board Meeting (4:30 pm)

25 sRcA Architectural committee (3:30 pm)

26 Wine club (7 pm) 27 28

sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday saturday

1 2 Jazz Night (7 pm) 3 Women’s Association luncheon (11 am)

Women’s Association canasta (1 pm)

4 5 Women’s Association Bridge (11 am)

6 spring Dinner (6:30 pm) 7

8 9 10 Women’s Association Bunko (1 pm)

Moms group Bunko (6:30 pm)

11 sRcA Architectural Meeting (3:30 pm)

lake serena Yacht club (6 pm)


13 14 corks & Forks (7 pm)

15 16 17 Women’s Association lunch Bunch (11:30 am)

18 children’s storytime (3:30 pm)


social committee Meeting (5 pm)

20 21

22 23 24 Women’s Association canasta (11 am) sRcA Board Meeting (4:30 pm)

25 sRcA Architectural Meeting (3:30 pm)

Meet the candidates (6:30 pm)


Wine club (7 pm)

27 28 spring community Wide sale 7 am - 1 pm

29 spring Party Potluck & Egg Hunt (3:30 pm)

30 31

Visit the SRCA website at www.scottsdaleranch.org under “Events” for an up-to-date events schedule.2015 SRCA Calendar of Events

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SqFt: 1,125, 2 bed/2 bath $3,000

9708 E Via Linda Street, #1302

SqFt: 1,125, 2 bed/2 bath $3,000

9708 E Via Linda St, #2302The

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10192 E Bayview Dr

10118 E Topaz Dr

Las Br

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SqFt: 1,162, 2 bed/2 bath $2,950

10015 E Mountain VIew #2029 The

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FORLeaseSOLD

WWW.AZROYGROUP.COMAZROY (480) 338-4888

email: [email protected]

SqFt: Approx. 1,800, 3 bed/2 bath $2,300 per mo/$499K

10081 E Turquoise Ave

Las Br

isas

SqFt: 1,038, 2 bed/2 bath $189,000

10080 E Mountainview Lake Rd, #163

Scott

sdale

Bay C

lub

SqFt: Approx. 1,200 Sqft, 2 bed/2bath $319,000

The L

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3 bed/2 bath

ForLease

SALe/LeASe

$849,000

10158 E Topaz Dr

Las Br

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SqFt: Approx. 3,500 Sqft, 3 bed/3.5 bath $1,299,000

WWW.AZROYGROUP.COMAZROY (480) 338-4888

email: [email protected]

$1,350,000 $799,000SqFt: 3,535, 4 bed/2.5 bath

SqFt: 3,249

SqFt: 2,848, 3 bed/2.5 bath SqFt: 3,205, 3 bed/2 bath

SqFt: 1,489, 3 bed/2.5 bath

SOLD

SOLD$325,000 or

lease for $2,250/mo

$1,199,000

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h9943 E Island Circle

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10110 E Cochise Dr

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9705 E Mountain View Rd, #1156

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9705 E Mountain View Rd, #1023

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10050 E Mountain View Lake Dr #50

SqFt: 3,235, 4 bed/2.5 bath $1,250,000

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Scottsd

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Bay C

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SOLD

SOLD

Mounta

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Lake E

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Waterfront property, 2 bed/2 baths $499,950

10050 E Mountainview Lake Dr, #16

Approx. SqFt: 3000, 3 bed/2 bath $699,000

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SOLD$319,000

YOUR HOME COULD

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CALL AZROY2 bed/2 bath

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