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Contents COMMUNITY INFORMATION 6 Numbers to Know What’s Inside ASSOCIATION December 2015 8 Board Talk: Community Progress 10 Upcoming Corte Bella Events

12 Emergency Phone Numbers

13 Upcoming HOA Events for 2016

14 November 2015 Calendar CULINARY 16 Tantalizing Your Tastebuds for the Holidays COMMITTEES 8 20 Why the Extra Gate Stop Signs? 20 Financial Summary - Nine Months Ended Sept. 30, 2015 COMMUNITY 22 Bits & Bytes

22 Touched by Angels

24 Holiday Humor: Stressed is Desserts Spelled Backward

25 Corte Bella Vets Focus on Safety

26 Benevilla Provides Free Holiday Meals at Birt’s Bistro 14 26 Changes Coming to Our Community Fitness Center HEALTH & FITNESS 28 Golfing Pinehurst

30 Center Court Highlights

32 Happy Holidays from the Corte Bella Golf Club! SOCIAL 34 Club & Interest Groups CB Times Magazine is the official community magazine of Corte Bella, brought to you by the Corte Bella Country Club Association, Inc. and published by Lion Tree Communications. 18 Editor | Sharon Orlopp Publication Coordinator | Dave Johnson On the Cover: Contributing Writers | Jeff Ablin | Stoney Amerine | Allie Bowling Steve DeBoer | Jodell Dodge | John Eakins | Dan Haywood Seasons Greetings Jeff Lane | Larry Leighton | Michael McVeigh | Donna Norton Joel Piaskowski | Jeff Stuart | Muriel Valle | Raymond Valle Photographer Jim Laskowicz Jim Williams | David Wright | Linda Wright captured this image of a another Photography | Mike Biggs | Jim Laskowicz perfect morning at Corte Bella. Best wishes for the coming To advertise in the CB Times, please contact Jonathan E. Himlin at 480.636.6670 or season! [email protected]. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photographs or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. Trademarks, logos and content provided by advertisers, sponsors and partners are owned by the respective companies and all rights are reserved by them. The views, statements, and claims of advertisers or other CB Times contributors do not necessarily represent those of the publisher, Corte Bella Country Club Association, Inc. or its employees. Printed in the USA. ©2015 CB Times Magazine. All rights reserved. Please recycle.

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Photo by Michael Biggs [email protected] Committee President; LiaisontoTechnology Jim Williams [email protected] Grounds Committee Director; LiaisontoBuilding& Donna Norton [email protected] Treasurer; LiaisontoFinanceCommittee Mike McVeigh [email protected] Architectural ReviewCommittee Vice-President; LiaisontoAnacapa; Dan Luparello [email protected] Committee Neighborhood Awareness &Safety Long Term PlanningCommittee, Secretary; LiaisontoGolfClub, Larry Leighton [email protected] Affairs Committee Asst. Treasurer; LiaisontoGovernment Walt Kearns [email protected] Director Bill Blake Board ofDirectors Board ofDirectors COMMUNITY INFORMATION Community Resources Community Resources (480) 551-4300 24-HOUR EMERGENCY FirstService [email protected] CB EventsGroup Volunteers www.cortebella.org Residents &Visitor Registration: www.cortebella.net Community Website: Corte BellaWebsite [email protected] Hours: Monday-Sunday6:30A.M.-5:00P.M. Corte BellaGolfClub,623-556-8951 8 A.M.to7P.M., ByAppointment Day Spa,623-217-2018 10 A.M.-1P.M. &5-7P.M. Children’s PoolHours Sat &Sun,6A.M.-9:00P.M. Hours: Monday-Friday, 5A.M.-9:00P.M. Fitness Center, 623-217-2018 Closed Mondays Sunday Buffet: 8:30A.M.-12:30P.M. Dinner: 4:30-8:00P.M. Tuesday –Saturday Tuesday –Saturday Hours: Lunch:11A.M.-3P.M. Anacapa Restaurant,623-455-9045 house foradmittance. & Sun-Guards willreturnimmediatelytothegate 8:00pm &11:30pmMon-FrianduntilmidnightSat Homeowners cancalltheMobilephonebetween Guards are present from 5:00am-8:00pm, Patrol Cell:623-256-2907 and 10:00P.M. toMidnight Saturday –Sunday, 2:00P.M. to3:00P.M., to Noon,and10:00P.M. to11:30P.M. Roving Patrol: Monday-Friday, 8:00A.M. Gate Hours:6:00A.M.to8:00P.M. Daily Email: [email protected] Fax: 623-544-3911 Guard House,623-544-3906 Corte BellaAdministration [email protected] Facilities Manager, Ext.223 Stoney Amerine Administrative Assistant,Ext.221 Stella Stellings Administrative Supervisor, Ext.222 Heather Chavez [email protected] Anacapa ExecutiveChef,Ext.232 Dan Haywood [email protected] Food &BeverageMgr. Ext.233 Fred Hernandez [email protected] Spa &FitnessManager, Ext.225 Jodell Dodge [email protected] Fax: 623-328-5319 623-328-5068 ext.236 Operations Coordinator Paula Coudright [email protected] HOA GeneralManager, 623-328-5068 Michael Arrington 623-328-5068 Ext.221 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9A.M.-4P.M. Sun CityWest, AZ85375 22155 NorthMissionDrive Association Office Corte BellaAdministration House Cleaning Corte Bella Administration

Association Office Specialist Inc. 22155 North Mission Drive Sun City West, AZ 85375 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 A.M.-4 P.M. 623-328-5068 Ext. 221 Offering Michael Arrington cleaning: HOA General Manager, 623-328-5068 [email protected] • Once a week Paula Coudright Operations Coordinator • Every 2 weeks 623-328-5068 ext. 236 Fax: 623-328-5319 • Every 4 weeks [email protected] EILEEN STOMSKI REALTOR® • CORTE BELLA RESIDENT Jodell Dodge Spa & Fitness Manager, Ext. 225 (623) 398-4077 CELL [email protected] (623) 384-1776 OFFICE FREE ESTIMATES! [email protected] Fred Hernandez Food & Beverage Mgr. Ext. 233 [email protected]

Dan Haywood CALL TODAY! Anacapa Executive Chef, Ext. 232 IN BUSINESS [email protected] 19232 N RH Johnson Blvd. Christina Aguirre Sun City West, AZ 85375 SINCE 1997

Heather Chavez Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. www.AZmoves.com Administrative Supervisor, Ext. 222 602-618-3458

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December 2015 | CB Times | 7 ASSOCIATION Board Talk: Community Progress Happy Holidays to each of you! Many of you The contract for the next phase of granite installation will start have recently returned from your summer next year. This phase includes Common Area #7 (next to Nogales, hiatus, or have been vacationing, or visiting Junipero, and Gaviota Drives; and Caleta Ct.). with friends and family. Quite a bit has transpired at Corte Bella and I thought it Recent or In-progress: worthwhile to update you. The Long Term Planning Committee (LTPC) has picked up where SCP left off and continues their effort to plan the community’s future by building on our vision, mission and previously defined Jim Williams, President, goals and objectives. Board of Directors The Anacapa wedding fountain and pool furniture (lounges) will be replaced in 2016. Bid packages should be released in December and procurement contracts in January 2016. Summer (June to August): EPCOR filing of their wastewater consolidation proposal has been We approved the 2014 formal audit and the 2016 Budget delayed until April/May. Our Government Affairs Committee (GAC) Guidance. is pursuing wastewater/water rate and street light concerns, is A second opinion streets evaluation was completed and a “town working with RUCO, ACC and other communities, and will keep hall” was held to present study results, along with a proposed Corte Bella updated on status. alternative pavement management approach. An additional Q&A ARC will update the plant list in December (includes removing was held and the “new” approach remains under study. Sissoo tree) and revise the Design Guidelines in early 2016. Fall (September to November): Anacapa is performing well: Six consecutive months of excellent The 2016 Budget presented to the community was approved. reports from the Mystery Diner program, sustained diner There was no increase of operations or reserve assessments (we satisfaction, and continued increase in the number of diners all like when that happens!). means success for this key community amenity. A contract to complete remaining recommendations from The community Website Administrator (Dave Wright) is continuing the 2015 Traffic Engineering Study was approved (included a several month long project to reorganize HOA records – this as crosswalks, sidewalk connector and traffic signs). part of an effort by the Board to develop a Corporate Records Policy. A dog park proposal was again (fifth time in the last two years) reviewed and discussed. The Board, after acknowledging wide These are some of the more significant items. There is a lot more and consistent resident and HOA concerns, and the lack of activity that goes on then we can cover here; all of these actions adequate space, unanimously agreed to “Prohibit a dog park taken together spell Community Progress. More detail on any in any form on Corte Bella property.” Several residents are now item is available on the community web, or can be requested working with nearby communities on a proposal for future outside from the HOA. development consideration. If you have any questions or comments on the above, then The Anacapa, Social Building and Breezeway shade and roof contact myself, or General Manager Michael Arrington at cbgm@ enhancement concept proposals were approved to better utilize, cortebellacca.com. improve revenue and increase community usage. A bid package is in work by the GM and B&GC.

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Corte Bella Neighborhood Specialist. JIM CLAEYS Jim’s recent sales activity: Long Realty West Valley SOLD! Record Breaking Price! 602-750-5824 13232 West Los Bancos Dr. [email protected] Seller: “Jim Claeys exceeded our expectations, we would not hesitate to use Jim again and recommend him to any of our friends, neighbors or relatives.” — Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey H. • 26+ years successful real estate SOLD! On the Golf Course! sales experience 22410 N Del Monte Ct. • Corte Bella Neighborhood Buyer: “Jim was excellent in everyway, Specialist, I only work in Corte knowledgeable, efficient and 1st class. Bella Country Club We would highly recommend Jim • Full Time Corte Bella Resident to anyone looking for an honorable • Honest and Professional agent.” — Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. Representation • Unique Marketing Proposal FOR Absolutely stunning! no one else does! SALE! Highly sought after San Ysidro model in one of the best locations in Corte Bella Country Club. Property is in immaculate move-in ready condition. 22619 N. San Ramon Dr. $292,500 Call me anytime to discuss your real estate needs. No pressure, no obligation. Just honest answers.

December 2015 | CB Times | 9 ASSOCIATION Corte Bella Events HOA Sponsored Events: Wild Horse Pass Casino Trips Upcoming Trips Scheduled: Monday, December 7 Monday, January 4 Monday, February 1 Monday, March 7 Bus departs from Anacapa at 8:20 AM Returns to Corte Bella at 4:30 PM Special offers and promotions for attendees. Contact Bill Blake at 623-537-7969 Email: [email protected]

Anacapa Special Event: Corte Bella Farmers’ Market Wednesday, December 9 Holiday Tree Lighting Buffet Anacapa Breezeway and Patio Date: Wednesday, December 2 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00PM Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room Come look at a wonderful collection of vendors assembled Time: Buffet opens at 5:00 PM for your shopping pleasure. Bring home fresh produce, baked Choir Performance at 6:00 PM goods and other locally produced market delights. Ocean Prime Tree Lighting at 6:30 PM Seafoods will be at this month’s market with a variety of high Cost: $25 per person (tax and gratuity not included) quality products. Come shop in a wonderful and friendly setting. Get into the holiday spirit with a wonderful buffet dinner while Upcoming future market dates: January 13, 2016; February 10, listening to Christmas music performed by the Corte Bella Chorus. 2016; March 9, 2016 See the Corte Bella holiday tree illuminated for the season and enjoy a special visit from Santa Claus too. This special buffet will feature lamb, chicken, soup and salads plus fresh vegetables, side dishes and yummy desserts. Reservations recommended. Call 623-455-9045.

HOA Sponsored Event: Cooking with Chef Dan Fall 2015 Session Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Date: Friday, December 4 Dates: Active now. Final day on Wednesday, December 16 Bella Stanza Room Corte Bella Fitness Center Lobby Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM The Salvation Army’s Christmas Angel Tree is in the Fitness Cost: $38 per person Center waiting for you to select your Angel, which represents Featuring Traditional Italian Antipasti with Melon and Prosciutto, a disadvantaged child who hopes you’ll help make his/her Garlic Bruschetta with Pimiento Anchovy Relish, and Marinated Christmas a magical one. Bring the unwrapped gifts back to the Olives and Baby Greens. Chicken Involtini with Polenta and tree with the original Angel tag attached before December 16. Oven Cured Tomatoes. Chocolate Budino with Cranberries and The Salvation Army will take care of delivery. Here’s your chance Almonds. Limited seating. Tickets on sale in the Fitness Center. to make a child’s Christmas a very special one.

10 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella Community Special Events: Anacapa Special Event: San Ramon Holiday Lights “Winter Wonderland” 1st Night with Salvation Army A New Year’s Eve Celebration Date: Friday, December 4 Date: Thursday, December 31 San Ramon Neighborhood Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room Time: 6:15 PM Time: 6:30 PM to 12:30 AM Corte Bella Choir 6:30PM, 7:30PM Cost: $85 per person (Cash Bar) Walk the neighborhood and see the amazing displays of Christmas Ring in the New Year with an elegant dinner featuring 5 courses decorations in this annual display. Listen to holiday music and prepared by Chef Dan and his Anacapa staff, all served to you in donate generously to the Salvation Army bell ringers. Don’t miss a beautiful winter setting. Dinner begins with amazing starters, this annual community event. seafood and salad, then your choice of filet mignon or sea bass. The dessert of truffle mousse bombe will be one you’ll remember! Hanukkah Candle Lighting Event Dance the night away with music provided by Ray Martinez. Date: Sunday, December 6 Semi-Formal Dress. Tickets on sale in the Fitness Center. Please Time: 5:00 PM note tickets are non-refundable. Santa Barbara Room Join the Shalom Club of Corte Bella during the lighting of the first candle on the menorah to mark the beginning of Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights. The Corte Bella Choir will perform traditional music at this event.

Anacapa Special Event: Annual Holiday Breakfast Buffet Date: Sunday, December 20 Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room Time: 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM Cost: $17.50 per person (includes juice and coffee, tax and gra- tuity not included), children under age 12- half price; children under age 4 – free The holiday season means family and friends enjoying time HOA Sponsored Events: together. Enjoy a breakfast buffet guaranteed to satisfy all appetites with omelets, waffles, salmon, eggs Benedict and Motown Magic Concert more. Reservations strongly recommended. Call 623 455 9045 The Motor City Comes to Life Date: Saturday, January 16, 2016 Anacapa Special Event Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM) Christmas Eve Holiday Buffet Santa Barbara Room Date: Thursday, December 24 Cost: $22 per person Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room A tribute to the music of the Four Tops, the Temptations, Gladys Time: 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM Knight, Martha Reeves and many more wonderful groups Cost: $26 per person (tax and gratuity not included); children associated with the Motown sound. Tickets available in the under age 12 – half price; children under age 4 – free Fitness Center now. Treat yourself and your family to the Newcomers Welcome Happy Hour wonderful buffet of Date: Tuesday, January 19 holiday treats and Bella Stanza Room traditional foods Time: 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM especially prepared A comprehensive introduction to the community will be provided by Chef Dan and for newcomers. Join your neighbors for an Anacapa Happy Hour the Anacapa staff. experience while you get to know all about the good life in Corte Enjoy wonderful Bella. Clubs and Interest Groups who would like to participate salads and special please contact Pam Ablin ([email protected]) or Sandi Irving side dishes to accompany Black Forest ham, short ribs, and ([email protected]) for more information. oven baked turkey with all the fixings. Reservations required. (Call 623-455-9045)

December 2015 | CB Times | 11 ASSOCIATION

Super Bowl 50 Party Date: Sunday, February 7, 2016 Home Improvement Vendor Fair Time: (To be announced) Date: Saturday, January 30, 2016 Santa Barbara Room Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Cost: (To be announced) Santa Barbara Room & Breezeway This event will keep up the Corte Bella tradition of a fun and Free Event exciting place to cheer on the team of your choice with friends Thinking about home renovation or changing things up a bit in and neighbors. There will be games, food, drink, big screen your Corte Bella home? Here’s what you need to get started. televisions, and old fashioned rivalry at this annual celebration of Come talk with professionals and experts during this vendor American football at its best. Ticket sales date to be announced. exhibition which includes landscaping, interior design, solar installation, flooring and tile, painting and patio design, plumbing, Wickenburg’s Vulture Gold Mine water systems, wood working and home maintenance. Lecture and Presentation Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2016 Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Bella Stanza Room Emergency Phone Numbers Free Event ALL EMERGENCIES, SERIOUS ACCIDENTS WITH INJURIES, and The Vulture Mine was discovered by Henry Wickenburg in 1863 CRIMES IN PROGRESS SHOULD BE REPORTED USING 911. and was the first big gold mine in this state. Come learn about Sheriff’s Business Non Emergency early Arizona history and how the mine played a large role in • (24 Hours) 602-876-1011 developing Central Arizona and the town of Wickenburg. (Examples: Suspicious vehicles, loud noise, and general info) Lecturer: Gary Carter, regional authority on the subject. Tickets to Security Service ( Securitas ): this free event will be available in the Fitness Center on Sunday, • Guard at Gate (5:00AM until 8:00PM) 623-544-3906 January 3 after 10:00 AM. • Roving Patrol (Homeowners can call the Mobile phone between 8:00pm & 11:30pm Anacapa Special Events: Mon - Fri and until midnight Sat & Sun) 623-256-2907 HOA Common Area Emergencies: Mardi Gras/Cajun Night Buffet (Examples: water leaks, bee swarms) Date: Tuesday, February 9 • During Regular HOA business hours Time: 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM (9:00AM–4:00PM) HOA Office: 623-328-5068 ext. 226 Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room • First Service After Hours Emergencies: 480-551-4300 Cost: $25 per person (tax and gratuity not included) Come enjoy specially prepared dishes for a unique “Fat Tuesday” Fire Department Non Emergency • Normal business hours 623-584-3500 celebration. The buffet will feature gumbo, fresh fish and shellfish in Creole sauces, black eyed peas with okra and ham hocks as Animal Related Issues well as delicious desserts and great salads. There will be music • Maricopa County Animal Care & Control 602-506-7387 and the dance floor will be set up for you to celebrate in style. Coyotes and Other Desert Animals Reservations are encouraged. Call 623 455 9045. • Arizona Game and Fish Department 602-942-3000

12 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella Valentine’s Day Dinner Date: February 14, 2016 Upcoming HOA Events for 2016 Time: 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM Jan 4 Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip Anacapa and Santa Barbara Room Jan 6 Sun Health Lecture on Nutrition Cost: (To be announced) Jan 13 Farmers’ Market Bring your sweetheart to Corte Bella’s Anacapa for a romantic Jan 16 Motown Magic Concert and delicious four course dinner served a la carte in an elegant Jan 19 Newcomers Happy Hour Welcome Event setting. Violin music will help set the scene for a perfect gift for Jan 30 Home Improvement Vendor Fair your Valentine. Watch for more information on the limited special Feb 1 Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip menu in next month’s CB Times. Feb 7 Super Bowl Party Reservations are required. Call 623 455 9045. Feb 10 Farmers’ Market Feb 17 Wickenburg’s Vulture Gold Mine Presentation HOA Sponsored Event: Feb 20 Mike James Comedy Show (TAD Management) Shredding Service in Corte Bella by Feb 26 Sun Health Lecture on Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Feb 29 Secure Shredding Event Assured Document Destruction Mar 7 Wild Horse Pass Casino Trip Monday, February 29 Mar 9 Farmers’ Market Anacapa Parking Lot Mar 12 Tribute to the Eagles Concert (TAD 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon Management) $5.00 voucher (Required) Mar 24 Newcomers and Neighbors Welcome Event A local and completely secure service will be here to shred those important personal documents. Acceptable items include paper Mar 27 Children’s Easter Egg Hunt clips, rubber bands, manila folders, hanging file folders, staples, Anacapa Special Events spiral notebooks, binder clips, bank books and patient charts. Feb 9 Mardi Gras/Cajun Night Buffet Note the following items are NOT accepted: electronic media, Feb 14 Valentine’s Day Dinner CDs, DVDs, hard drives, tapes or floppy disks. Prepaid voucher Mar 17 St. Patrick’s Day Buffet allows you to shred a Banker Box (16”X13”X12”) or 3 brown Mar 27 Easter Sunday Buffet paper bags of documents. Purchase as many vouchers as you require to empty that file cabinet. Vouchers available in Fitness Community Events Upcoming Center on Sunday, January 31 after 10:00 AM. Jan 6 Poker Group Jan 7 CB Computer Club Corte Bella Spa and Fitness News Jan 10 Friends of Italy Elvis’ Birthday Party Sun Health Wellness Lecture: Nutrition Jan 12 CB Vets Regular Meeting Date: January 6, 2016 Jan 13 Ryan’s Case for Smiles Meeting Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Jan 11 World of Friends Meeting Bella Stanza Room Jan 21 SOuL Regular Meeting Free Event Jan 22 Drop Toppers Tour of Cardinal Stadium Sun Health nutritional experts will present a factual, reasonable Jan 30 Shalom Club Presents “The Grandtones” approach to good nutrition; one that is appropriate and helpful to (Doo Wop) our community’s age group and needs. Sign up for this free event Jan 30 CB Vets Golf Tournament in the Fitness Center. Registration required. Feb 3 Poker Group Feb 4 CB Computer Club Sun Health Wellness Lecture: Diabetes and Feb 8 Drop Toppers at Turf Paradise Pre Diabetes Feb 8 World of Friends Meeting Date: February 26, 2016 Feb 9 CB Vets Regular Meeting Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Feb 10 Ryan’s Case for Smiles Meeting Bella Stanza Room Feb 18 SoUL Regular Meeting Free Event Sun Health will present an overview of this disease that has Upcoming HOA Board of Directors Meetings reached epidemic levels in our society. This presentation will Jan 15 HOA Board of Directors Workshop explore prevention and treatment as well as provide resources Jan 20 HOA Board of Directors Meeting available within our community. Feb 19 HOA Board of Directors Workshop Sign up for this free event in the Fitness Center. Registration Feb 24 HOA Board of Directors Meeting required. Mar 1 HOA Annual Membership Meeting/Elections

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SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

1 2 3 4 5 Anacapa Happy Hour Holiday Tree Lighting Anacapa Happy Hour Last Day for Ya Ya’s Toys SoUL Holiday Boutique 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Buffet 5:00 PM 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM for Tots Collection! & Bake Sale 9:00 to 8:00PM Cooking with Chef Dan AM to 2:00 PM Holiday Tree Lighting CB Computer 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Balance & Fall Prevention Choir Concert 6:00 PM Club 6:30 PM Friends of Italy Dinner Class 10:00 AM December Holiday Tree Lighting Dance 5:30PM to 11:00 am 6:30 PM San Ramon Stringers Walk About Night 2015 6:15 PM

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Hanukkah Begins Pearl Harbor CB VETS Group Farmers’ Market 10:00 HOA Board Workshop Anacapa Sunday Brunch Remembrance Day Meeting 9:00 AM AM - 1:00 PM 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM 8:30 am -12:30 PM Wild Horse Pass Technology Committee Ryan’s Case for Smiles Anacapa Happy Hour Shalom Club Menorah Casino Trip 8:00 AM Meeting 10:00 AM 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Lighting 5:00 PM Lady Putters 9:00 AM Anacapa Happy Hour ARC Submittals Shalom Club Hanukkah World of Friends 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Due 4:00 PM Celebration 5:30 PM Meeting 4:30 PM Poker Group 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Anacapa Sunday Brunch Hanukkah Ends Anacapa Happy Hour Last Day for Savaltion ARC Meeting 9:00 AM 8:30 am -12:30 PM Lady Putters 9:00 AM 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Army Angel Tree ! SOuL Regular HOA Board of Directors’ Meeting 11:00 AM Meeting 10:00 AM Finance Committee Meeting 2:30 PM Anacapa Happy Hour 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Anacapa Annual Holuday Lady Putters 9:00 AM Anacapa Happy Hour Merry Chrismas Eve! MERRY CHRISTMAS! Breakfast Buffet 8:30 Long Term Planning 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Fitness Center, Spa Fitness Center, Spa AM to 1:00 PM Committee 2:00 PM and Pool Hrs: 5:00 and Pool CLOSED AM to 2:00 PM HOA OFFICE CLOSED Anancapa Christmas Eve Buffet 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM

27 28 29 30 31 Anacapa Sunday Brunch Lady Putters 9:00 AM Anacapa Happy Hour NEW YEAR’S EVE! 8:30 am -12:30 PM 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM Fitness Center, Spa and Pool Hrs: 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM “Winter Wonderland” New Year’s Eve Celebration 6:30 Pm to 12:30 AM IF YOU WANT YOUR INTEREST GROUP MEETING OR EVENT TO BE PLACED ON THE CALENDAR IN CB TIMES, PLEASE CONTACT LINDA WRIGHT VIA EMAIL AT [email protected]. 14 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella Dean Matthies Mention this ad for a 10% DISCOUNT! Patio Enclosures • Patio Rescreens Sunscreens Doors • Rollup Shades • Over 30 yrs. exp. Arizona’s Best Sunscreens • 602-810-0700 azbestscreens.com • [email protected] PORA Certified • ROC 246486 • Bonded • Insured

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December 2015 | CB Times | 15 CULINARY Tantalizing Your Tastebuds for the Holidays

Happy Holidays to each of you from all of us at the Anacapa! We hope that you will be able to spend time with family, friends, and loved ones over the next few months. I’ve listed one of my favorite recipes below. Enjoy!

Executive Chef Dan Haywood, Anacapa Restaurant

French Nouvelle Cuisine For Nage: 2 cups dry white wine with 1 cup water PoachedPoached BassBass with ¼ cup chopped carrots ¼ cup chopped white onions Cucumber,Cucumber, TomatoTomato andand BasilBasil ¼ cup chopped shallots ¼ cup chopped celery with leaves 2 cloves crushed garlic withwith WhiteWhite WineWine NageNage 2 Tbsp lemon juice 2 whole cloves 1 bay leaf Method 1 sprig parsley • Bring all ingredients for the stock, except salt and pepper, to a simmer in a 1 tsp Kosher salt large sauce pan. Pinch of white pepper • Cover and continue to simmer for 15 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve. Reserve. Tomato Salad Preparation • Boil a medium pot of water, cut an x in the bottom of each tomato shallow 3 medium ripe tomatoes enough to just pierce the skin. Remove the core. Submerge the tomatoes ¼ cup Extra virgin olive oil in the boiling water for 15-20 seconds. Transfer with tongs to a bowl of ½ cup basil leaves, julienned ice and chill quickly. Remove from ice when cooled and peel off skin. Cut in quarters and trim out seeds. Julienne the tomatoes and set in medium 2 Tbsp lemon juice bowl. Add olive oil, basil leaves, lemon juice, and garlic. Set aside and 1 garlic clove, minced refrigerate. • Place half the cucumber in a large skillet and lay the fish portions on top. Fish Preparation Cover with remaining cucumber. Add stock to skillet and cover. Bring to a 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes until the fish is cooked through. julienned • Gently remove the fish from the skillet and divide between four dinner 4 4oz -5oz. portions Sea Bass 2” thick bowls. Top with cucumber and Tomato Salad. Add a small amount of Nage (salmon or any bass can be substituted) over the top and serve immediately.

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December 2015 | CB Times | 17 CULINARY Save the Date SOuL 3rd Annual Holiday Boutique & Charity Bake Sale Saturday, December 5th, 9am to 2pm / Corte Bella Social Hall It’s back and it’s bigger and better than last year! Just in time for the holidays – Homemade Breads, Cookies, Cakes, Fudge, Toffee, Pretzels… plus Vendor Boutique Tables to include Hostess Gifts, Stocking Stuffers, Cork Items, Dog Gifts, Homemade Salsa and Vanilla and Raffles…..and much much more! Please plan to stop by and see a sampling of our 2015 HOLIDAY BASKETS. We have a variety of shapes and sizes. Each basket is unique, beautifully decorated and filled with a variety of baked goods and holiday items. Order early to guarantee you get the size you want. Also, for your convenience, pre- ordered baskets will be hand-delivered December 4th-6th. Proceeds of the bake sale & boutique support our local charity, Eve’s Place.

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commITTEES Why the Extra Gate Stop Signs?

Steve DeBoer

Diane and I have heard comments from a number of residents Obviously the addition of the stop signs will not prevent vehicles about the additional stop signs at the front and rear gates. They intent on circumventing the correct entry process from doing so. do not understand why the signs were installed and want to know However, based on feedback from the HOA and the Securitas what, if any, benefit the signs provide. The signs were installed as team the sign at the front gate has significantly reduced tailgating part of the HOA’s efforts to reduce vehicle tailgating. and barrier arm damage because the sign helps create a gap between each vehicle and allows the barrier arm to cycle for each So what is tailgating? Tailgating occurs when the second vehicle vehicle. This reduction is also thanks to all of our residents who in line comes through the gate on the first vehicles’ gate pass are stopping at the first sign when there is another vehicle in front signal. Why do we care about tailgating? Unsuccessful tailgaters of them. The sign at the rear gate has just recently been installed can potentially damage their vehicle and more importantly they so it will be a matter of time before we see whether or not it will may damage Corte Bella community property. Tailgating can also be as successful. sometimes cause the barrier arm to stick in the upright position. While this is not a big issue if the gate has time to close, it does Hopefully this sheds a little more light on one of the many things provide an opportunity for someone other than a resident to enter our HOA team is doing to address various issues and make what Corte Bella unchecked. I think is a great community even better. Financial Summary – Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015

Jeff Ablin, Finance Committee Chairperson

Results of Operations telephone, fountain decalcification timing, equipment and sign maintenance cost for the new CB signage. For the nine month period ending September 30, 2015, excluding reserve contributions, we realized a net operating surplus of Guardhouse – $129,000 total expense, $9,400 favorable – $63,200. This was $132,700 favorable compared to the budgeted Favorable: Gate repairs and administrative costs for forms and deficit of $69,400. The September financials were approved by supplies were significantly lower than budget. the Finance Committee on October 22nd and were presented to HOA Events – $2,500 surplus, $3,800 favorable – Favorable: the Board at the November 23rd meeting. Following is a brief Food and beverage expenses were significantly reduced, partially discussion of departmental results and significant variances due to a reduction in ticket sales. Additional equipment or other compared to budget: items to enhance resident events were budgeted but not spent. Administration – $ 1,419,300 net surplus, $31,200 favorable – Unfavorable: Decoration expenses exceeded budget. Favorable: Salary and wage and related employment costs were Landscape – $282,900 total expense, met budget – Favorable: lower due to delays in filling a new position and a vacancy in Irrigation repair and plant replacement (budget timing) were the HOA office. Collection cost reimbursements for delinquent lower than budget. Unfavorable: The tree pruning program was accounts were aggressively pursued and were partially offset expanded beyond budget levels. by higher legal expense. Printing and postage costs were also Restaurant – $23,600 surplus, $28,500 favorable – Favorable: lower than budget. Unfavorable: Higher than budget costs were Food, liquor and wine revenues, as well as room rentals in the experienced for computer support, office and meeting expense, social hall were significantly better due to volume. Unfavorable: and equipment rental. Unbudgeted promotional discounts associated with the half price Facilities – $896,800 total expense, $16,200 favorable – Favorable: happy hour appetizers in Q1 and discount pricing for residents Water and sewer costs were $33,000 below budget due partially were major cost factors. Salary and wage and related expenses to ample rain, but primarily to improved water management for both the front of house and kitchen were higher primarily to efforts. Employee benefit costs were lower than expected and support the increased level of activity but also due to difficulty in Trane HVAC costs were also under budget. Unfavorable: Gas, adjusting to seasonal activity.

20 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella Spa – $15,600 surplus, $5,400 unfavorable – Favorable: Facials Budget Comparison Report revenue exceeded budget. Unfavorable: Massage and electrolysis Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015 ($ in thousands) revenues were below budget. Favorable Results of Operations Actual Budget (Unfav) Fitness – $123,600 deficit, $6,200 favorable – Favorable: Personal training revenues net of expenses exceeded budget. Administration: Operating supply costs were lower. Unfavorable: Salary and Revenue - excl. wages exceeded budget. reserve contributions $1,932.2 $1,917.2 $15.0 Paint Maintenance and Granite Replacement – $34,500 Expense 512.9 529.1 16.3 surplus, $42,500 favorable. Favorable: Painting expense was Surplus (deficit) 1,419.3 1,388.1 31.2 lower than budget, even with an expanded scope. Granite was Facilities: Expense 896.8 913.0 16.2 $39,000 lower than budget due to timing. Guardhouse: Expense 129.0 138.4 9.4 Reserve Funds HOA Events: Repair / Replacement and Street funds – The September Revenue 40.8 42.4 (1.6) 30 fund balance of $2,799,000 increased $267,300 from the Expense 38.3 43.7 5.4 December 31, 2014 ending balance. Favorable: The favorable Surplus (deficit) 2.5 (1.3) 3.8 variances were primarily due to planned projects that did not take Landscape: Expense 282.9 283.2 0.3 place, including spa heaters ($5.6K), pool deck recoat ($19K), asphalt seal ($76K) and fire alarm control panel ($3K). Fountain Restaurant: repairs were also lower than plan. Unfavorable: Conversely, most Revenue 935.7 845.9 89.8 of the unfavorable variances were due to unbudgeted projects Expense 912.0 850.8 (61.2) including common area WIFI replacement and upgrade (4K), Surplus (deficit) 23.6 (4.9) 28.5 HVAC compressor replacement ($5K), and gate controller loop Spa: replacement ($3K). Revenue 87.4 97.0 (9.7) Capital projects – The September 30 fund balance of $267,200 Expense 71.8 76.0 4.2 increased $13,100 from the December 31, 2014 ending balance. Favorable: Reserve fund fees from home re-sales, used to fund Surplus (deficit) 15.6 21.0 (5.4) capital improvements, were $20,200 above plan. Favorable Fitness: results were also associated with budgeted projects that have Revenue 52.5 42.1 10.4 been delayed or cancelled, including architect study ($10K) of Expense 176.1 171.8 (4.3) space requirements and new reverse osmosis equipment (12.5K). Unfavorable: Unbudgeted projects completed included the golf Surplus (deficit) (123.6) (129.8) 6.2 utility cart ($10K) and guard house podium ($17.5K). The audio- Paint Maint & Granite Replacement: visual project was ($3K) over budget. Revenue 37.1 37.1 - Expense 2.6 45.1 42.5 Summary Surplus (deficit) 34.5 (8.0) 42.5 Overall, nine month financial operating results were very positive. The favorable operating variance of $132,700 was Net Operating Surplus $63.2 $(69.4) $132.7 largely attributable to delays in hiring board approved positions, dramatically reduced water and sewer charges, budget timing on granite replacement and increased focus on collections. Reserve Funds: 12/31/14 09/30/15 Change Repair / Replacement Our Reserves are starting to rebuild after the major projects last & Streets $2,531.7 $2,799.0 $267.3 year for street repair and restaurant remodeling. Based on our Capital Acquisition $254.1 $267.2 $13.1 reserve analysis and the related contribution rates, total reserve funds appear adequate to meet future repair and replacement Total $2,785.8 $3,066.2 $280.4 requirements contingent on future requirement associated with to the Board to enhance returns, with minimum risk. street repairs. The Capital Improvement Fund also continues to Details on all financial statements can be found on the Corte grow as we add transfer fees from home re-sales to fund the Bella website under HOA>Community documents>Financials. account. Please feel free to contact any member of the Finance Committee Our cash position is sufficient to meet our operating needs. regarding questions or suggestions. From an investment standpoint, we continue to maintain our conservative investment strategy to minimize risk and ensure liquidity, while seeking yield improvement opportunities. We added a preferred stock ETF in June to generate dividend income and plan on proposing additional alternate investment scenarios

December 2015 | CB Times | 21 COMMUNITY Bits and Bytes

Dave Wright

When it comes to keeping event type box, a function that is available on all the calendars. residents informed about As its name suggests, the Anacapa Calendar is dedicated to upcoming events, the the Anacapa restaurant. In addition to providing a list of events Corte Bella website goes it also provides a reservation phone number and hyper-links to above and beyond the the Anacapa’s lunch and dinner menus. As a bonus feature, the expected. The website Select an event type box includes an option for HOA events, maintains five calendars, many of which are hosted by the Anacapa Restaurant. (Community, Anacapa, Clubs/Special Interest The Clubs/Interest Groups Calendar is available to all clubs Groups, Fitness Center and special interest groups within the community. At present, and Spa, and HOA), to help users stay informed about everything however, the CB Veterans Club is the only club or interest group happening in Corte Bella. You can access the calendars from using this tool to provide meeting dates and times. The web team the Stay Connected tab on the main menu bar, just below the strongly urges all clubs and interest groups to take advantage of streaming announcement bar. this tool by providing information via email to communication@ cortebellacca.com for posting. These calendars are versatile and easy to use tools. Like most web-based calendars, they offer an assortment of view options The Corte Bella Fitness Center offers many programs and classes in addition to providing easy navigation between current, past, throughout the year to help residents get into and maintain good and future months. The current month is the default view. Event physical and mental condition. The Fitness Center and Spa descriptions are truncated in the monthly view due to space Calendar provides a quick reference for all these activities. The constrictions. Left-click on any event to view the detailed Printable version option is especially useful for this calendar since description and any accompanying flyers. For your convenience, it contains so much information. each calendar includes a Printable Version feature that allows a If you’re looking for fun things to do, then the HOA Calendar is for user to generate a paper copy for quick, easy reference. you. It lists the many community events taking place throughout The Community Calendar is the basic catch-all calendar. It the year. These include all entertainment shows and monthly trips contains events from all others except the Fitness Center and to Wild Horse Pass casino. Spa calendar. The Community Calendar is the one to use if you’re Please take advantage of these useful calendar tools. And please interested in Committee meeting dates and times or HOA Board help us keep them current and meaningful for everyone. Workshop and General meeting dates and times. The default view lists all events, but can easily be filtered by using theSelect an Next Month’s Topic: Discussion Groups Touched by Angels

Muriel and Raymond Valle

Once again the residents of Corte Bella have shown how much they care for those less fortunate by taking Salvation Army Angel tags from the Christmas tree in the Fitness Center. By playing Santa to those children, you not only bring joy & happiness to them, but also to their parents. You are all so special for helping those parents make their children’s dreams come true. On behalf of the Salvation Army, the children and their parents, thank you SALVATION ARMY Corte Bella residents for your generosity. 17420 AVENUE OF THE ARTS We’d like to remind you that the Salvation Army does not just SURPRISE, AZ 85378 provide aid to those families during the holidays, but throughout the year. They will pick up donations, as well as accept donated PHONE: 623-077-1084 items at their facility in Surprise. Of course, they are also happy May your holiday season be filled with joy and happiness and to embrace new volunteers. The address and phone number are: may the year ahead fulfill all your dreams.

22 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella Save the Date The Count Basie Orchestra The Shalom Club Sun, Dec 20 • 3:00PM Tickets Start At $37 of Corte Bella proudly presents a musical evening with John Pizzarelli Quartet The Grandtones Sun, Jan 3 • 7:30PM (Doo Wop Sounds from the 50’s and 60’s) Tickets Start At $35 Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016

6:45PM to 9:00 PM Cinematographer Bob Poole Corte Bella’s Santa Thu, Jan 21 • 7:30PM Barbara Room Tickets Start At $30 John Pizzarelli $10 per person (includes dessert)

Call Sandi Sussman at 623-433-8383 for information

Reserve seat by Jan. 20, 2016 THE WEST VALLEY’S Mail check to Sandi Sussman at PREMIER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 22818 N. Hank Raymond Dr. JUST STEPS AWAY IN WICKENBURG FOR FULL SCHEDULE VISIT DEWPAC.ORG Wanted: Volunteers for Technology Committee The Technology Committee is always looking for input from residents with technology expertise. For example, we would LOVE to hear advice right now from: • Audiophiles/Hearing Deficit experts • Videographers • Networking and Systems Management experts You may provide your input on an ad-hoc or member basis. There are two current openings on our committee. If interested, please contact the committee chair, Stan Sacha, at [email protected]. Save the Date ATTENTION BABY BOOMERS (and you know who you are….) ARE YOU TURNING 70 NEXT YEAR? March 26, 2016 for the BABY-BOOMER BIRTHDAY BASH

December 2015 | CB Times | 23 COMMUNITY Holiday Humor: Stressed is Desserts Spelled Backward

Allie Bowling 11 Tips Martha Stewart Won’t Tell You 1. Holiday Cards: Write them between Christmas and New Do you get overwhelmed at the thought of making a Christmas Years. Chances are if received before then, they will be or Hanukkah dinner? In our home we celebrate both! Last year I sitting in a huge pile of unopened mail. The receivers bought a 25 pound turkey— schlepped it home. Frozen, it felt like might be off on a skiing trip to Vail—hey, that’s where you it weighed 50 pounds. Took two weeks to defrost and then once I should be next year. stuffed it, it didn’t fit into the pan or the oven. Want to know what I’m making for dinner this year? Reservations! 2. Think Costco! You can order just about any prepared food there for the holidays. Take advantage of foods Last week, a friend called to ask for my famous crab dip recipe. She that remotely resemble homemade. Repackage, reheat, sounded stressed: How long will it take to make? My response: rearrange on a fancy platter with lots of parsley. Well, how long will it take you to drive to Fry’s, walk over to the refrigerated section, take the container off the shelf, drive home, 3. Get your “ask in gear.” Why make the whole meal from and arrange it on a platter with some Ritz crackers? We’ll call this soup to nuts? Ask everyone to bring a dish. The same recipe Put’n on the Ritz. Her blood pressure dropped 50 points. person who you assign mashed potatoes can also bring We’ve gotten to the point in our life that our favorite four-letter soda. Pile on the responsibilities like gravy on mashed word should be E-A-S-Y. Our motto: Martha Stewart Doesn’t Live potatoes. Here Anymore. Ideally, it would be great if we could do it all (like 4. Ask for even more help: Ask a few people to come early we used to.) And for those that want to do it all, I applaud you, I and a few to stay late. Give the late shift his/her own pair want to meet you because I’ve got a naked Christmas tree that of monogrammed Playtex Living Gloves. needs decorating! My concern is for those who continue to carry 5. Leftovers and Tupperware: Don’t let them over take on a tradition of “I must do it all, because this is what is expected your fridge. People don’t eat the way they used to. Make of me.” Here’s my Dr. Phil question: “How’s that workin fer ya?” less food. Your waistline will thank you. Could resentment be overshadowing the joy of the season and turning you into Mr. or Ms. Scrooge? 6. Fine china and crystal: Forgetaboutit! Set the table or I speak from personal experience when I say that once an buffet with paper and plastic. Find great seasonal designs overwhelming feeling of holiday stress hits, too many a host or that fit any budget from AJ’s to Big Lots. hostess has found consolation in drowning his/her sorrows in the 7. Cleaning: Entertain around sundown, dim the lights, spiked Egg Nog punch bowl. Folks, let me tell you this is not a light candles and no one will notice the “dust bunnies.” pretty picture. It’s no Kodak moment. And don’t let the Costco If entertaining during day light hours, use a blow dryer to taster ladies try to sway your taste buds with samples of Fat-free dust. It works! Egg Nog. Egg Beaters should not make Egg Nog! 8. Holiday shopping: Decide on a theme and give the What if you found a few short-cuts, utilized time saving tips, same “type” of gift to all. Music CDs and/or movie tickets and relied on outside resources, family and friends to get more satisfy any age group. And for the person who has involved and be supportive? Imagine how much energy you’d everything give a one-size-fits-all gift card. save and happier you be! 9. Barter: Perhaps you are great in the garden and Before you start planning your holiday activities ask yourself what your friend is a diva at decorating a room or an outfit. is absolutely necessary, what can wait, what can be delegated or Exchange a gift of time and talent. hired out? Lightening up and letting go is often widely welcomed by loved ones, who are often stressed out attempting to keep up 10. White Elephant gift exchange: Ask guests to bring with others. You’ll more likely be congratulated than condemned either a wrapped or unwrapped “pre-owned” gift. Talk for establishing a new holiday tradition. Remember, you’re not about easy, painless and fun! slacking off; you’re cutting yourself some much needed slack. 11. Treat Yourself: While you are seeing to everyone else’s Happy Holidays from our home to yours! needs make sure to remember how special you are with a: best seller book, facial, massage, mani/pedi, tickets to a concert and/or play. How about making some time to meet with a loved one or friend to share coffee, conversation and lots of laughs!

24 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella Corte Bella Vets Focus on Safety

Michael McVeigh and Donna Norton

The North County Fire & Medical District and Maricopa County Posse made separate presentations to the Corte Bella Vets at the regular October meeting highlighting capabilities and services available to all. North County Fire & Medical District - Holli Bishop introduced us to programs offered by their agency and encouraged us to consider volunteering with the organization. Anyone interested in helping neighbors change batteries in Live and Learn their smoke alarm/carbon monoxide detectors, facilitating training sessions, or helping with various programs provided at the top of utah by the district please don’t hesitate in calling their office at Come as a visitor. Leave as a LoCaL. 623-544-5400. Corte Bella resident, Nancy Wendler, also assisted with the presentation. Highlights included: • Invigorate Your Mind • When you are uncertain of whether a health issue is stimulating classes at a Tier 1 critical or not, be sure to call 911 which will guarantee a research institution quick response. • Beat the Heat • Courses are offered in CPR, Automated External cool mornings and evenings Defibrillator (AED), fall prevention and first aid. • An Emergency Lockbox can be acquired and installed at • Inspire Your Senses your home for $50 by applying at the office at 18818 N. majestic mountains, canyons and valleys Spanish Garden Drive, SCW, AZ. If you have moved into • Enjoy Your Summer a home with a lock box, be sure to call them so the key travel tours, world-class outdoor recreation, can be verified to your home. arts fairs, and Broadway quality theatre • Cluster service calls for efficiency. • Car seat loaner availability. • Home safety assessments will be done for interested PlEaSE JOIN US residents in addition to battery changes on your smoke to learn about our program. and carbon monoxide detectors, which have a life of 6 to 8 years before replacements are required. Monday, January 11, 2016 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Maricopa County Posse – Jack Poeske, Corte Bella Veteran (Marine Corps), wearing his Maricopa County Posse uniform Desert Palms Presbyterian – Fellowship Hall provided an overview of what he and his fellow volunteers 13459 W. Stardust Blvd do for the Sun City West area. Corte Bella is not currently Sun City, AZ 85375 covered on a regular schedule by the Posse. Using three “V”’s to describe their mission to be: • Visible • Vigilant • Vital They are the eyes and ears of the community and provide a force multiplier for the Maricopa County Sheriff Office (MCSO). Volunteers are tasked with buying their own equipment, uniforms and attending extensive training with NO reimbursement of costs. They put in 2,500 – 3,000 hours per year. The Posse offers two-hour courtesy rides so residents can better understand a typical shift. Jack brought humor and several real life stories about his Posse experience. summercitizens.usu.edu | 800.538.2663

December 2015 | CB Times | 25 COMMUNITY Benevilla Provides Free Holiday Meals at Birt’s Bistro Every year, Benevilla and Birt’s Bistro team up to provide a FREE Benevilla will once again provide a free Christmas meal on holiday meal to the public. Focusing on those who may be alone December 25 at Birt’s Bistro for those who might otherwise on the holidays, those who may not have family or friends nearby be alone or not have access to a holiday meal. The traditional and those who would like to celebrate with their community, Birt’s Christmas dinner, all the trimmings and delicious dessert, will Bistro’s holiday meal is held on Christmas Day. Please join us this be served by volunteers and staff at Birt’s Bistro & Bookstore. year, transportation is available. Reservations will be accepted until December 17 by calling (623) 584-4999. Transportation assistance may be available. Interested Christmas Meal at Birt’s Bistro - Friday, December 25 parties, particularly homebound caregivers, should discuss their 16752 N. Greasewood St. Surprise, AZ 85378 particular situation when making their reservation. Doors Open at 11:30 AM, Dinner will be served at 12:00 PM Changes Coming to Our Community Fitness Center apparatuses. After much research into other comparable facilities Jodell Dodge, Spa and Fitness Center Manager, this new equipment was selected to upgrade and modernize and Linda Wright our Fitness Center. Many fitness experts believe this equipment “moves the way the body moves and rewards hard work with Corte Bella is an active adult community and many residents take results.” advantage of the Fitness Center and the exercise equipment. Additionally, the Fitness Center will begin offering Spinning (or For those who do use this amenity, get ready for some exciting Indoor Cycling) classes with the purchase of 8 spin bikes. One improvements coming in late 2015. Recently, the HOA Board of bike will be placed in the main fitness room while the others will Directors approved several equipment purchases that will greatly be used for classes and stored when not in use. Indoor cycling enhance the Fitness Center’s ability to assist residents interested improves leg and core strength and reduces blood pressure; in improving or maintaining their physical fitness. helps with weight loss, improves sleep, lowers stress, promotes Most of the Free Motion strength equipment in place was relaxation; and (with regular classes) increases metabolism. purchased in 2004. It has become apparent that many of these Classes will be given three times a week and the cost per class strength machines require rather detailed knowledge of form will be $4. A spin class allows you to stay in your comfort zone and function in order to prevent potential injury and actually gain and you are in control. During the 45 to 50 minute class, you will benefit from their use. These are not as useful, safe or beneficial go on a bike ride to music while performing five core movements; as they should be for our community’s age group. In December, seated flat, seated climb, standing flat, standing climb and jumps. 10 Free Motion strength equipment pieces will be replaced The different positions/drills target different muscles. This kind of with 11 different Hammer Strength and Life Fitness equipment activity can be very good for those with arthritis as the pressure is kept off the knees and feet. 2015 Holiday Hours Michele Colvin, a Spinning Master instructor from the United Kingdom, listed the following 10 reasons to take up spinning/ Spa, Fitness Center and Pool indoor cycling: 1) Burn calories (average person will burn 500 December 24, Christmas Eve calories per class) 2) Improve cardiovascular health 3) Progress at 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM own pace 4) Experience how time flies by during exercise 5) Enjoy December 25, Christmas Day effective, low impact workout without trauma to knees or feet 6) CLOSED ALL DAY Achieve toned, shapely legs 7) Lower your body’s workout break December 31, New Year’s Eve point (improve endurance) 8) Have a great abdominal workout 9) 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM Have group fun 10) Build mental strength. January 1, 2016 New Year’s Day Consider joining this new type of exercise coming to Corte Bella’s 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM Fitness Center very soon.

26 | CB Times | The Official Community Magazine of Corte Bella Don’t sell those golf balls just yet

At Grandview Terrace, a Sun Health Life Care community, you’ll have every reason to keep enjoying 18 holes of golf. Say ‘hello’ to a fulfi lling lifestyle where your wellbeing and independence is top priority. Whether practicing your swing, attending one of the many daily events offered or enjoying time with friends, life is fi lled with possibilities. Golf balls included.

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14515 W. Granite Valley Dr., Sun City West, AZ www.GrandviewLiving.org/GolfCBT HEALTH & FITNESS Golfing Pinehurst Now they have golf experiences to recount forever, including Stoney Amerine, John Eakins, Jeff Lane, and Larry Leighton Larry’s three-skip drive across the water on a par 5. And he went For several years Jeff Lane of Corte Bella has coordinated the on to make a respectable bogey on the hole. Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead golf tournament, a benefit for Camp Larry’s golf GPS must have been in awe of the golf surroundings Soaring Eagle, which provides medically safe camping programs too because he said, “There we were, surrounded by eight to children aged six through 15 who have serious illnesses. The courses, but the GPS never could find Pinehurst.” Those teams organization also provides support to the families of the campers. who did win will get to play in Augusta, GA, at the West Lake In 2014, its volunteers spent 12,236 hours serving ten different Country Club, with hotel accommodations, and an invitation to illness groups and 1,542 campers. the Mercedes-Benz Masters Experience event functions and This year’s local tournament raised $22,000 for the charity. In hospitality at the 2016 Masters. previous years, Jeff had staged the tournament at the Corte You can read about the Mercedes-Benz Dealer Championships Bella Golf Club. This year he gave the Trilogy Golf Club a shot at online. They are a charity event where the dealers host local hosting it on May 16. tournaments and get to pick the charity to benefit. The M-B Larry Leighton and Stoney Amerine made up one team. Larry Arrowhead dealership has chosen Camp Soaring Eagle, which said, “We had a good round, but never figured our nine-under provides year round, medically supervised camping programs to would take honors.” Stoney had family conflicts and left before children with chronic and life threatening illnesses and to their the awards. Larry stayed for lunch and the presentations, but families. Jeff did not post scores. Everyone was in the dark until Jeff They conduct six camping programs: Illness Specific Camping announced, “And the winners, at nine-under . . . .” Larry called Weekends, Illness Specific Family Retreats, Sibling Camper Stoney, who yelled, “No way!” Weekends, Summer Camp Program, Camp Outreach and Yes, way! And in mid-October, for the second leg of the Mercedes- Veterans’ Children Weekends. Benz Dealer Championship Golf Program, along with wives Kay Jeff has a connection with Camp Soaring Eagle: his daughter, and Susan, they were off to Pinehurst, NC. Tiffany, handles their marketing and communications. And her first Larry said “It was really hard to believe we had won something connection with them came when one of Jeff’s M-B customers as fabulous as this, particularly given my personal golfing skills.” said she was looking for a graphics designer for the charity. He went on to say, “The whole experience was absolutely first Then at our meeting to bring this article together, Jeff learned that rate. Mercedes handled all of the round-trip airfare and made all Stoney is a world-class archer who can help with Camp Soaring of the reservations. We had four fabulous nights in the Pinehurst Eagle’s archery camps. And Stoney has many connections in the Resort Hotel complete with breakfast and two outstanding gala sporting world who can help the camp get equipment for display evening events, a reception on the first night and an awards and use. What you can learn through the connections you have banquet on the last night. Everything, except our wives’ airfare, when you take time to talk and to listen! was included.” Jeff said the thing he loved about having Larry and Stoney win They even offered cars for the use of the participants and guests was just watching them enjoy themselves. “These guys had the during their stays—Mercedes-Benzes, naturally. Nike presented best time of anyone from any tournament.” Jeff says that he will each player a welcome-gift pack to get them through the practice be holding the local M-B tournament at Corte Bella again next round and two rounds of competition. And the evening events year. featured top quality entertainment, including comedian Tom Cotter. Nestled in the Carolina back country, surrounded by And Larry pointed out that the Corte Bella Vets organization will Charlotte, Raleigh, and Fayetteville (Ft. Bragg), the history of golf be holding another golf tournament for military-oriented charities at Pinehurst is palpable. “I was in awe of the history,” Stoney said. on January 30, 2016. Last year, at their first event, they raised $16,000. This year they already have commitments for $30,000 When they had breakfast, a big picture of Palmer and Nicklaus and hope to exceed 128 participants and reach $40,000 for their having breakfast was there with them. Everyone loved the gravy— charities. as in “biscuits and.” Not to mention savoring the fried okra, shrimp and grits, and barbeque with the vinegar-based sauce. So, if you’re a golfer and enjoy being around people having a (Try Clyde Cooper’s next time you’re in the Raleigh-Durham area.) good time, think about participating in one or both of those tournaments in 2016. Not only will you be donating to charities And “The Southern hospitality was great, just like where I grew doing good things in your community, but you might also make up,” (San Antonio), Stoney said. Now, just to keep you from some connections of your own. You could even win a trip to a hoping beyond hope, I’ll let you know that Stoney and Larry did great golfing destination, or even better, you might just have a not win, place, or show in this regional tournament. But they golfing good time. finished in the middle of the pack and thoroughly enjoyed playing at one of the most prestigious golf destinations in the country.

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HEALTH & FITNESS Center Court Highlights

Joel Piaskowski, President, Corte Bella Tennis Club

Like any successful coach or quarterback, it is the team players with whom they surround themselves that make the difference. I have been fortunate to have a great team player on the CBTC Board for the last three years, Vicki Faaborg. This will be Vicki’s last year as a CBTC Board member. Vicki has been instrumental in spreading the word about the tennis club here in Corte Bella and the West Valley. As the “Member-At-Large,” Vicki has written the articles for CBTC that appear each month in the Corte Bella Times, along with other duties as needed. She has always been there for the Board and all the club’s members whenever called upon. Thank you. Born and raised in Nebraska, Vicki grew up on a farm that raised row crops and feeder cattle. Of course, she still proudly wears the red and white of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during college football season. Volunteering is nothing new to Vicki. After spending many years as a volunteer and board member for the Scotts Bluff (NE) County YMCA, she received the honor of Volunteer of the Year in 2003. Vicki also has that entrepreneurial spirit. In 1995, she started her own medical transcription business and ran it for eleven years. In 2006, Vicki and her husband of 22 years, Loren, moved to in Surprise and is now rated a 3.5 player. Always striving to be Corte Bella. Vicki went to work with Loren in his new medical a better player, Vicki takes private and team tennis lessons on a office in Sun City. Vicki and Loren together have seven children consistent basis. and 21 grandchildren! They are spread across the U.S. in Maine, Vicki and Loren, who is an avid golfer, have definitely found Nebraska, Colorado, California and Oregon. their place here in Corte Bella. “We have many friends in Corte Vicki started playing tennis and taking lessons in the 1970’s. Bella. We enjoy the happy hours at the Anacapa as well as the However, after starting a family, she didn’t play for over 20 years. restaurant. We seem to be busy almost every weekend with either The itch to get back to the sport she loves started again four socializing with friends or traveling.” years ago when she joined the Corte Bella ladies 3.0 team, “Las When asked about the sport of tennis, Vicki stated the following, Racquettes.” She was captain of the team for two years, even “Tennis has helped me immensely. It’s great to play with all though she couldn’t play regularly due to tendonitis. It wasn’t the other players at Corte Bella. It keeps up my cardio as an until two years ago, when a doctor helped to keep the tendonitis alternative to other boring cardio exercises. Tennis gives me under control that Vicki got her tennis game back in full stride. In the same workout, and it’s a ton of fun! Tennis also boosts my addition to playing in Corte Bella, she joined some USTA teams confidence when I am “on.” I love playing the net, poaching, and hitting angle shots.” I have played against Vicki, and trust me; I don’t look forward to when she is at the net. Since her retirement in 2011, Vicki has been nothing less than active. Her interests, outside of tennis, include reading, photography, crafts, traveling, working out, and hiking. Vicki is Save the Date planning to do the rim-to-rim hike of the Grand Canyon in 2016. Most recently, Vicki accompanied a relative who is a biologist for Wickenburg’s Vulture Gold Mine the State of Nevada in a “Bear Capture” of a wayward 600 pound Lecture and Presentation by Gary Carter, Regional Expert bear! Now that’s an adventure. Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2016 When asked about any “Words of Wisdom” about the game of Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM tennis, she smiled and simply said, “ My advice to anyone in Corte Bella new to tennis is to just get out there! Everyone is so Bella Stanza Room friendly. Just get a racquet and drop in on Monday, Wednesday, Free Event or Friday, and you will be welcomed.” Tickets available in the Fitness Center on January 3, 2016 Vicki, thanks again, and keep on enjoying life!

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HEALTH & FITNESS Happy Holidays from the Corte Bella Golf Club! The answer is, and always has been, to calculate the expenses Jeff Stuart including travel time and extra costs for going elsewhere. The Happy holidays to each of you from the Corte Bella Golf Club! value proposition is best demonstrated with a snapshot example With our golf season in full swing, I wanted to share some of a Corte Bella golf member playing 3 and 5 days a week. perspectives and observations with you. Full golf membership: I am often asked about membership and what percentage of • A Single member playing 3 times a week pays $34.50 per our community are golf club members and I am always greeted round all year long with astonishment when I inform them that only 17 percent of our residents are members. • A Couple playing 3 times a week pays $20.25 per round all year long When I first started at the golf course I had that same reaction, however over time I have come to understand that the universal • A Single member playing 5 times a week pays $20.70 per lure of a golf course property is the fact that it’s green, lush and round all year long can be mood transforming. It is hard to beat the serenity and • A Couple playing 5 times per week pays $12.15 per round stunning scenery created by manicured greens, trees and lakes. all year long After countless hours talking with residents, members and past Seasonal membership: members still living in Corte Bella, it was evident that the primary • A Single member playing 3 times a week pays $45.00 per reason is cost. Not necessarily a surprise as we all watch our round during the season money (if only it grew on trees my mom used to say) but trying to evaluate what a good value proposition is becomes a difficult • A Couple playing 3 times a week pays $27.00 per round task given the many ways people go about assessing it. during the season Bottom line is nothing is a good value if you don’t take advantage • A Single member playing 5 times a week pays $27.05 per of it. As an example, think about your television cable bill. How round during the season many channels do you pay for versus actually use? Do you pay • A Couple playing 5 times per week pays $16.25 per round for a land line phone while using your cell phone as your primary during the season phone? The same could be said for gym memberships, sports memberships, museum memberships and even coupons that With Corte Bella non-member tee time reservation rates during aren’t used. off season ranging from the mid $20.00 range to almost $50.00 per round, and in-season rates topping $95.00 you can see why The one reason I don’t fully understand is the claim that it is membership presents a strong value proposition. cheaper to leave the community, drive somewhere else and pay another facility’s greens fee. When you consider the time, travel The surrounding golf courses do not offer rates this low year costs and becoming a random tee time ticket for very close to round and don’t offer discounted member and family guest rates. what we charge, it doesn’t seem like a strong value and it doesn’t When you play outside of Corte Bella, you also miss the fun and support the community where you bought and own a home. camaraderie afforded by league play, couples tournaments and club socials. It’s all in how you utilize the membership that will add up to the value you deserve, while supporting your community. Besides we can all agree this course is a few notches above the surrounding Save the Date courses. In December we are offering 10% off in our pro shop for residents The Corte Bella Vets of Corte Bella so you might find that perfect gift for the holidays; show your Corte Bella pride with a logo golf shirt or hat, even a Fund Raising Golf Tournament wine caddy! Saturday, January 30, 2016 Corte Bella Golf Club Come in before the end of the year for special membership pricing Field limited to 128 players so register early. for all residents and past members. Call Jeff Stuart at 623-474- Register online at www.cortebellavets.org/golfer-registration or 3616 to set up an appointment. contact Larry Leighton at [email protected]. Registration – 10 AM | Shotgun Start – 12:30 PM Cheers! Cost: $60 Club Member (tax-deductible); $130 Non-member ($60 tax-deductible); Non-playing guests: $20.

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Activities Day of Week Time Place Contact Person Contact Info Social Rooms Men’s Christian Group Tue. 8 - 9:45 A.M. Social Hall Jim Dowen 623-556-8137 Bid Whist 2nd Fri. 7-10 P.M. Social Hall Kaye France 623-934-5051 CB Steppers Line Dance 1st & 3rd Thurs. 6-7:30 pm Social Hall Cindy Buda / Linda Kroupa 708-337-0008 / 414-839-0078

ps Corte Bella Vets 2nd Tues. 9-10:30 am Anacapa Larry Leighton 623-776-5443 Computer Club (from Oct. – June) 1st Thu. 6:30 P.M. Social Hall Stan Sacha [email protected] Corte Bella Chorus Mon. 7 P.M. Social Hall Hilda Furkert 623-266-2733 Duplicate Bridge Every Tue. 12:30-4:30 P.M. Social Hall The Jacobs 623-217-2803 u Friends of Italy Varies Varies Social Hall Jack Carollo 623-337-5456 Genealogy Club 3rd Saturday 9-11 am Social Hall / Laguna Room Pat Burke 623-748-3751 Hand & Foot Canasta 2nd & 4th Mon. 6-8:45 P.M. Social Hall Pearl Thompson 623-328-5215 Happy Hour Jokers & Sevens 4th Thurs. 4:30-8 pm Social Hall Peggy Pellegrini [email protected] Mah Jongg Mon./Thu. 9 am – 3 pm Social Hall Jo Ann Moberly 623-328-9583 Open Bridge Every Thu. 1-4 P.M. Social Hall Stephanie / Jerry Tinsley 623-546-3141 Poker Club 1st Wed. each month 5-9 P.M. Social Hall Jim Lewin 623-455-9532

ro Smiling Out Loud (SOuL) 3rd Thu. 10-12 P.M. Social Hall Kay Steik 623-214-3284 [email protected], Wine & Dine International Email for times Anacapa / Social Hall Roberta Rials / Janice Aiken [email protected] [email protected] World of Friends 2nd Mon. 4:30 P.M. Homes Evie Hansen / John Eakins [email protected] Ya Ya Hand & Foot Mon. & Fri. 12-4 P.M. Social Hall Barb Morin [email protected] G Usually Meets in Members’ Homes A World of Friends Various Evie Hansen / John Eakins [email protected] Belles of Corte Bella/Red Hats Call for Times Homes Barbara Melkin / Bonnie Hockberg 623-249-5085 / 310-666-0842 Bunco 1st Tue. 7-10 P.M. Homes Harriet Kessler 623-388-3731 Bunco 2nd Mon. 2-4 P.M. Homes Muriel Valle 623-399-6034 Bunco 2nd Tue. 6:30 P.M. Homes Mary Remiorz 623-214-2874 Bunco 2nd Wed. 7 P.M. Homes Myrna Packer 623-322-0052 Bunco 2nd Thu. 6:30 P.M. Homes Betty Rae 623-217-2712 Bunco: Dynamite Gals 1st Tue. 7 P.M. Homes Bev Bair 623-255-5352 Canadians Call for Times Various The Mandells 623-374-3592 Cellar Dwellers Wine Tasting Various Various Robin Mandell 623-374-3592 Christian Neighborhood Group Thursday Group 6:30 P.M. Homes Mike and Liz Verhoeks 603-387-8175 Christian Neighborhood Group Tuesday Group 6:30 P.M. Homes Jerry and Gayle Moore 623-322-8190 CB Players Theatre Group Call for Times Varies Homes Kay Steik 623-214-3284 Ryan’s Case for Smiles 2nd Wed 1-4:30 pm Social Hall JoAnn Shaw 623-466-6223 Couples Bridge 4th Fri. 7 P.M. Homes Myrna Packer 623-322-0052 Couples Euchre 4th Tue. Homes Myrna Packer 623-322-0052 Iowa Group Call for Times Bob & Pam DeWaay 515-991-9166 Ladies Tea Society Call for Times Homes Janet Silver 623-337-4139 Shalom Club Call for Times Homes Judi Bourd 623-433-9449 Singles Call for Times Homes Nancy Hansen 623-322-9406 Sports

nterest Bocce Ball Couples 1st & 3rd Fri. 4:30-5:30 P.M. Courts Myrna Packer 623-322-0052 Couples 4th Friday (Oct-Apr) 5-7:30 P.M. Courts Jackie Gnagi 920-203-6068 Couples 1st Sat. 4 P.M. Courts John / Barbara Wilson 623-688-8338 Couples 2nd Sat. 4:30-6:30 P.M. Courts Bob / Bev Clevenger 623-594-5028 El Camino 1st & 3rd Wed. 6-8 P.M. Courts Dan Louden 623-328-9341 El Sueno 2nd & 4th Tue. 6-8 P.M. Courts Ray Valle 623-399-6034 Ladies’ Open 2nd & 4th Tue. 10 A.M.-12 P.M. Courts Myrna Packer 623-322-0052

& I Las Palmas 1st & 3rd Tue. 5-7 P.M. Courts David Keppy / Ken Stone 623-455-8310 / 623-546-2085 Men’s Open Every Wed. 4-6:30 P.M. Courts Robert Broda 623-444-2172 San Ramon 2nd Sun. 6-8 P.M. Courts Carol Dobkins 623-266-9395

b Golf Lady Putters Every Mon. 8:00 A.M. Golf Club Diane Kingsley 623-234-8505 Ready Golf Girls (RGG) Thursday TBA Meet at Various Courses Sue McVey 623-214-0901 Tennis Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0 Every Tue. 8-10 A.M. Courts Ann Paulson 623-433-9973 Ladies’ Invitational 3.5/4.0 Every Sat. 9-11 A.M. Courts Robin Culley 623-444-5448 Ladies’ Open 3.0/3.5 Mon., Wed., Fri. 7:30-10 A.M. Courts Vicki Faaborg 602-918-0501 Men’s 3.5 Thu. & Sat. 8:30-10:30 A.M. Courts Jolene Piaskowski 402-212-4188 Men’s 4.0 Every Thu. 10:30 A.M. Courts Don Schneider 623-399-9640 Open Every Wed. 7:00 P.M. Courts Jack Shifman 623-518-4909 Open Play Mon., Wed., Fri. 7:00 - 10:00 A.M. Courts Ken Egide 623-266-3820

Clu Pickleball Member Play Mon.-Sat. 9:00 - 12:00 P.M. Courts Robin Mandell 623-374-3592 RV Group Homes Ron Winegarner 623-444-4205

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