July 19, 2006

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Sun City Anthem Community Association, Inc.

CC&R Enforcement

The Association has been subjected to several incidents over the past year that are violations of CC&R’s. These include, for example, failure to landscape, underage renters, and operating a business. Action has been taken by the Association in the case of every confirmed violation, but in a few cases the residents are seeing little results. This is a very small percentage of the 6,200 homes in the community. However, it is a concern that must be nipped in the bud. Sun City is the best place to live. Let’s keep it that way!

State law prohibits the Association from discussing actions taken against an owner with another owner. Consequently some residents are engaged in discussions with a common theme – who can they blame? Who can they be upset at? Let’s see if this article can focus your energy in the right direction.

Without trying to be too technical and use lots of legalese, there are things that the Association cannot do. It cannot evict renters, no matter who they are or what they do. The City can under certain conditions, but the Association cannot. The Association cannot foreclose on the homes of owners, unless they do not pay assessments. The foreclosure process takes a long time and is governed by Nevada statutes.

What can the Association do? First, it must operate within state and city laws. Failure to do so could result in lawsuits that every resident will have to pay for as part of their assessment. Nevada statutes state that the Association can fine owners and restrict their privileges (use of facilities). The Association can also fine renters, and if they don’t pay, their fine is transferable to the owner. The Association can put a lien on the property for non-payment of fines, but cannot foreclose on the lien. The Association will get its money when the property is sold. The Association can also enter a property, complete the landscaping and bill the owner for the work. But then the Association will take on the responsibility for maintaining the landscaping. The Association’s attorney has advised against taking on this liability.

So, who can residents blame?

1. Owners who rent to non-qualified people.
2. Owners who sell property via quit claim deeds to non-qualified buyers in order to avoid scrutiny.
3. Owners who allow real estate agents to advertise and sell to non-qualified people.
4. Real estate agents who sell and / or rent to non-qualified people.
5. Title companies who do not verify the age of buyers.
6. The State Legislature has tipped the scale in favor of homeowners and renters, against Associations.

The Association has hired an Enforcement Manager. Christine Wikoff will organize an effort to identify every resident and owner of the 6,200 homes in Sun City. Armed with the data, the Association will re-enforce the CC&R’s (the Association has been enforcing the CC&R’s, but this will result in an increased in effort. Real estate agents and title companies have been contacted twice and informed that Sun City is an age restricted community and that they should advertise it appropriately and sell only to age-qualified persons. Changes to the Association’s Design Guidelines and Rules and Regulations may be made to strengthen advertising regulations. Then the Licensing Board can be contacted by the Association, with requests that violators be sanctioned.

What can you the residents do? Request changes in our laws. Contact your State Senator (Warren Hardy at whardy@sen.state.nv.us , phone 775-684-1462, or 6536 Blue Sapphire Ct, Las Vegas 89110). Contact your State Assemblyman (Scott Sibley at ssibley@asm.state.nv.us  or 930 4th St. Suite 100, Las Vegas 89101). Let them know how unhappy you are that the laws don’t provide you with the same level of protection that is afforded the homeowners and renters who violate the CC&R’s with impunity. Offer suggestions to allow Associations to enforce CC&R’s with penalties through court actions that will cause the necessary changes in behavior. Get involved with the Community Associations Institute’s Political Action Committee that lobbies the State Legislature on association type issues. And support the Board in its efforts to change the statutes.

If you see criminal activity (for example, trespassing, theft of grocery carts, etc.), call the Henderson Police Department at (267-5000). If you see children being abused call Child Protective Services at (399-0081). If you see the need for enforcement of city code (such as for health and safety), call the Enforcement Manager, (Dan Emry at 267-3957). In these cases the Association has no authority, but if contacted, refers any call to the proper city authority. These authorities have and will act appropriately regarding violations of city code, which may give some relief to the residents.

The Board of Directors does understand the concerns of the residents and is doing all that it can within its legal authority. With the approval of the hiring of the Enforcement Manager, the Board is saying that it cares and wants to do what is right for the residents.


David Weil
Member of the Board of Directors

Week of July 17, 2006 - CHANNEL 99 TV News Program

This week we see an hear:

• What it’s like to “hop a freighter” and travel around the world from resident Sig Medhus, who just returned from the 135-day trip...

• Reporter Jackie McRitchie reveals what the SCA Table Tennis Club is all about, and the many benefits of taking up the game.

• Cranky Critic Anita Rosen gives us her review of the popular movie, “The Devil Wears Prada,” and

• Dianne Davis shows us scenes from Cirque du Soleil’s exciting new tribute to The Beatles called “Love” at The Mirage.

• Part two of Sue Simecka’s visit with the water authority targets pools and decorative fountains.

• Regular features like:

  • Megan Goodfellow’s “Maintenance Minute,”

  • Lois Karashin’s “Something to Think About” and

  • Meg Poulson’s Tip and Stretch of the Week continue to be featured.

• The Board President’s Report follows the regular program.
   

Bob Passaro

Help Save a Life!

Every three seconds someone needs a blood transfusion. Patients suffering from trauma, cancer, leukemia, kidney and heart disease, premature birth, hemophilia, sickle cell anemia...all require lifesaving blood transfusions. The local Southern Nevada supply is running short during these hot summer months. You can help make sure blood is available when it’s needed.

Schedule your blood donation appointment for our upcoming drive:

When: Friday, July 28th – Appointments still available between 9:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
Where: Anthem Center (in bus located outside Fitness Center)

Please call the Wellness Center at 614-5877 to reserve your appointment.

Thank you,

Craig Bailey
Wellness Center Coordinator

The Anthem Cookbook!

If you like to cook, and you don't want to use an untried recipe, this book is your answer, The Anthem Cookbook contains more than 500 recipes submitted by Sun City Anthem residents, Del Webb/Pulte employees, and chefs from The Strip.

Now on sale by mail and on the internet.

By Mail:

Prices:

• $12 plus $3 for shipping and handling for each copy 

We will mail the books at the USPS Book Rate to the contiguous 48 States for $3.00 Shipping and Handling per book. Send your check for $15 per book to:

The Minuteman Foundation
2505 Anthem Village Drive, Ste E-480
Henderson, NV 89052

Don't forget to include the name and address of the recipient of the book.

On the Internet:

You may use your credit card to buy your Anthem Cookbooks by making a donation here in the amount of $15 ($12 plus $3 for shipping and handling) for each book desired: http://www.anthemwebs.com/communitynews.htm#Dedicated

You will receive your receipt when you complete the PayPal transaction. Immediately complete the form on this Contact page  to send a message listing the address(es) to which your books are to be mailed.

For further information call Rita Berman at 617-1551

The Minuteman Foundation, Inc. is the publisher and benefits from the sale of these books. The book is sponsored by Del Webb/Pulte.

Upcoming Sun City Anthem Activities at home and about town!

• Show
  TGIF At Anthem
  Anthem Center's North Lawn
  July 21, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. FREE
  See the July Spirit, page 18
• Show
  Charlie Callas! Live In Concert
  Freedom Hall
  July 23, 4:00 p.m. $15 per person ($20 after 7/17)
  See the July Spirit, page 18
• Show/Trip
  Spring Mountain Ranch Production
  "Return to the Forbidden Planet"
  July 16, Bus depart Anthem Center at 5:00 p.m.
  $18 per person ($23 after 7/20)
  See the July Spirit, page 18
• Class
  Driver Safety Program
  Anthem Center
  Wednesday and Thursday July 26 & 27
  5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  $10 per person — You must attend both sessions
  See the July Spirit, page 19
• Show
  Barbershop Harmony Show
  "Dastardly Deeds in the Desert"
  Freedom Hall
  August 19, 7:00 p.m. $10 per person ($15 after 8/11)
  See the July Spirit, page 20
• Show/Trip
  "South Pacific" Tuacahn Theater, St. George, Utah
  August 15, Bus departs Anthem Center approx 2:30 p.m.
  $65 per person ($75 after 8/8)
  See the July Spirit, page 20
• Dance
  Dancing Under the Stars
  September 1, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. $5 per person
  Independence Center Courtyard
  See the July Spirit, page 20
• Dance
  Masquerade Ball
  September 30, 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. Hanneman Hall
  See the July Spirit, page 20

Address changes & Spam filters!

If you change your e-mail address, please let me know. When a message bounces as undeliverable, I will simply delete you as a contact.

The Minuteman Foundation, Inc.        Tax ID # 48-1256766
2505 Anthem Village Drive, Suite E-480
Henderson, NV 89052

The Minuteman Foundation is the organization which provides the funding needed to support the activities of the Community Service Club. The Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) charity.

The goal of the The Minuteman Foundation is to fund the many and diverse needs of the elderly in each and all of our growing communities.

Pursuant thereto we have allied with the Community Service Club to provide free assistance to SCA residents. The services included are:

Transportation: To local area medical providers or supermarkets. Three (3) business days notice required to arrange for your ride.

Equipment: We will loan you (on a temporary basis) a wheelchair, walker, crutches, cane, or other durable medical equipment.

Home Maintenance: Assistance with minor home maintenance chores such as: cleaning or replacing overhead air filters, replacing batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors, or changing overhead light bulbs.

Home Assistance: Resource Directory of information on fee-based, discount, and many other services available to seniors. Volunteers will also shop and deliver groceries or prescription medication to residents who are temporarily homebound.

Support Groups: CSC sponsors several support groups to assist the residents of Sun City Anthem. These groups are:

• Living “Well” with Disabilities (physical mobility)
  2nd Tuesday, 1—2:30 p.m., Anthem Center

• Alzheimer’s Caregivers
  3rd Monday, 6:30—8:30 p.m., Former Sewing Room

• Bereavement — please call 614-5862 for information.

• One on one guidance through Jewish bereavement protocol

• One on one grief counseling for loss of a child

• Friends of Bill W. Meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous -
  Every Monday, 7 p.m., Independence Center.

• Home Caregivers (for those caring for a loved one at home)
  3rd Monday 1:30—2:30 p.m. Anthem Center.

Volunteers are the backbone of the CSC. We need your help!
HELP US NOW AND WE WILL HELP YOU LATER!

Call 614-5862 to volunteer or for further information.
Our business hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday — Friday.

Please make your dollars count, mail your check to:

The Minuteman Foundation, Inc.
2505 Anthem Village Drive, Suite E-480
Henderson, NV 89052

Please do not send mail for the Foundation to the Sun City Anthem Community Association. Use the above address.

It's easy to make a financial donation to the Foundation with your credit card. Click here. All transactions are via a secure link to PayPal, a wholly owned subsidiary of eBay. Your donation may be fully deductible. Contact your tax advisor.
 

Chuck Davis
Co-founder and Treasurer
The Minuteman Foundation, Inc.