Encanto- Palmcroft News

January 2008
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EPHPA PRESIDENT’S LETTER
INSIDE THIS
ISSUE:
Contact List
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By Todd Templeton
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Schedule of Events
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Encanto Parkside
Condominum
Development
5
Community
Announcements
5,
6, 7
Security Update
By Susan Stowe
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‘Twas The Season
Oh, Oh, Oh!
By Jenise Tuchin
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It is a new year and a time for new beginnings and optimism about the future. It seems
like last year at this time I look back and wonder just where the previous year went –
they go by faster every year.
We started December with the annual pole wrapping event. Approximately 20 volunteers turned out to wrap all the street lamps in the neighborhood. Afterward, Diana
Kem hosted a champagne brunch at her house. Thank you to everyone who turned out
to make our neighborhood look festive for the holiday season. Then on the 16th, we had
a wonderful holiday party, and if you were not there, you really missed a great event. I
learned two things at the party: first, that Mike Brekke and his team of volunteers
really know how to throw a party, and secondly, that we have a lot of good cooks in
this neighborhood. The food was amazing, from the appetizer table (the chicken liver
pate’ was outstanding), to the enormous spread of desserts. Thank you to all who
helped make the Holiday Party such a great success.
In our last newsletter, we inaugurated a new feature by including a section for recipes
from our residents. After seeing the amazing spread at the Holiday Party, it is obvious
that there are a lot of you that could provide recipes for the Cook’s Corner (I’ve heard
several people ask about Ron Pick’s Cornbread Soufflé). If you have a favorite recipe
or six, please send them to our newsletter editor, Dawn Risk. Her email address is
[email protected]. We are looking for three recipes each month, so
please send in your submissions!
Architectural Update
By Martin Vogel
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EPHPA December
Meeting Minutes
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Conversations
With My Dog
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You will soon be receiving your updated neighborhood roster that Jay Murphy has
compiled. Jay and Dawn have worked hard to get the roster completed. Thank you both
for the hard work.
EPHPA Meeting Agenda 20
With the New Year, the Encanto-Palmcroft Security Corporation has hired a new security company to patrol our streets. The new company, Valley Protective Services, features law enforcement-trained security personnel that patrol on bicycles, so when you
see one of our new officers, be sure to take a moment to get to know them. This new
company has agreed to a much higher level of service than Arrow was ever willing to
provide and we are looking forward to seeing what they can do for us. No doubt your
security corporation will be sending out much more detailed information very soon.
We have a number of fun events coming up, so check the Events Calendar to make
sure you don’t miss anything. I wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year.
Holiday Dinner
Party Pictures
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Cooks Corner
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The mission of the Encanto-Palmcroft Historic
Preservation Association is to promote the
preservation of the historic Encanto-Palmcroft
neighborhood and enhance the quality of life
[email protected]
1602 Palmcroft Way SW
Phoenix, AZ 85007
within and around the neighborhood.
E N C A N T O - P A L M C R O F T
H I S T O R I C
P R E S E R V A T I O N
A S S O C I A T I O N
Schedule of upcoming
local events
• First Fridays: The first Friday of each month, local galleries and vendors in the Art
District attract thousands of people. 6-10pm. Free Admission. Shuttle service from Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N Central Ave.
See www.artlinkphoenix.com for more info.
• Every Saturday: Downtown Phoenix Public Market. Fresh in-season fruits
and vegetables, produce, flowers, jams, baked goods, dried beans, freerange eggs and honey. Live plants and unique local arts and crafts, tasty hot
foods, music and more. 721 N Central Ave. 8am—1pm, rain or shine. See
www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket for more info.
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President
Todd Templeton
670-0249
[email protected]
Vice President
Ron Pick
254-0505
[email protected]
Treasurer
Diana Kem
261-7972
[email protected]
Secretary
Mike March
410-1780
[email protected]
Architecture
Martin Vogel
200-1025
[email protected]
Outreach
Kelly Morlan
271-0797
[email protected]
Social
Mike Brekke
694-0792
[email protected]
Newsletter Editor
Dawn Risk
430-5122
newsletter@
encantopalmcroft.org
• January 13th, Sunday: P.F. Chang’s RockRock-n-Roll Marathon and HalfHalf-Marathon.
For event, detours, and downtown road closure info, see: http://www.rnraz.com/
Assets/rnraz/pdf/az_road_closures_brochure_08.pdf.
Newsletter Ads
Diana Kem
261-7972
[email protected]
• January 17th—
17th—19th, Thursday—
Thursday—Saturday: Hazardous Waste Collection.
Collection 8am—2pm.
Palmcroft Baptist Church, 15825 N 35th Avenue. Call 262-7251 for info.
• January 17th, Monday: Neighborhood Day at the Legislature.
Legislature
Hear from Valley leaders. 11:30am—1pm, Capitol Mall.
Block Captain Coordinator
Laurie Little
254-4983
[email protected]
• January 30th, Wednesday: Healthcare Reform: Intro to Foreign Healthcare Systems.
12-1pm. The Mercado, ASU Downtown Phoenix Campus. Free Admission.
Call 496-1000 for info and to RSVP.
• February 2nd, Saturday: Bulk Trash Placement Begins. Collection begins on
February 11th. Call 262-7251 for more info.
• February 10th, Sunday: Willo Historic Home Tour and Street Festival. 10am - 4pm.
$15 Admission. See www.willohistoricdistrict.com for more info.
Welcome
LaGayle Atwell
712-0148
[email protected]
EncantoEncanto-Palmcroft Security Corp.
Susan Stowe
258-9232
[email protected]
CRIME STOP (non 911)
262-6151
NSDC (Code Enforcement)
262-7844
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PET OWNERS:
If you’re interested in joining a
neighborhood pet-care pool, please
email Susan Stowe at:
[email protected].
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Community Announcements
ENCANTO - PALMCROFT
HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION
2007 CALENDAR
BOARD MEETING DATES ~ 2008
Unless otherwise noted, all EPHPA Board meetings are held at
The Valley Garden Center located at 1809 North 15th Avenue. Board meetings are held on the third Monday of each
month, scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM and usually last two
hours.
EVENT / ACTIVITIES DATES ~ 2008
Our 2008 Event/Activities list is still under construction. Look
for our updated list in next month’s issue. Some of the highlights from previous years events have included:
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TRASH TO TREASURES - NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE
PAPPAS SCHOOL PICNIC IN PARK
ICE CREAM SOCIAL
ENCANTO POOL PARTY AND DIVING SPECTACULAR
HALLOWEEN PARADE AND PICNIC PARTY
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
STREET LIGHT RIBBON WRAPPING PARTY
HOLIDAY GALA DINNER PARTY
STREET LIGHT RIBBON UNWRAPPING PARTY
NEWSLETTER
SUBMISSIONS NEEDED
Contribute articles and letters to the
newsletter. Know of a program or event that we
should cover? Is there a neighborhood issue you
would like to publicize or inform residents of?
The deadline for all submissions is the
1st
of each month.
Send submissions (in email or Word format) to
Dawn Risk by e-mail at
[email protected].
CAREGIVER
AVAILABLE
for meal preparation, errands, personal care, medication reminder. I have
worked as a caregiver for
several years and
live in the neighborhood.
Mary 307-1008
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Neighborhood
Email List
A voluntary neighborhood email list is maintained by the board and is used to pass on
information that is useful to the neighborhood. If you would like your email address
added to the list please send an email with
your name and street address to
[email protected].
[email protected]
You should receive a confirmation that your
email address will be added.
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Community Announcements — Continued
PLACE YOUR AD!
$25 - 1/6 page or smaller
$30 – 1/4 page
$60 – 1/2 page
$100 – Full page
10% discount for ads that run for 3 months
Make checks payable to:
Encanto-Palmcroft Historic
Preservation Association
To place an ad call Diana Kem,
1806 Palmcroft Dr. NW
Phoenix, AZ 85007
602-261-7972
Remember!
If you see a street light with a burnt out bulb…
Call APS at 602-371-7171 or go online and fill
out their street light outages report form at:
http://www.aps.com/customer/
reporttroublestreetlight.asp
B o o k
C l u b
Book Club
January 2008: third Thursday,
Bella's house 15844 N 37th Street, Phoenix.
Encanto Parkside
Condominium Development
Encanto Parkside, the company developing the
condominiums on McDowell between 13th and
15th Avenues will be make presentation at the
January Board Meeting to show the neighborhood what is being planned for the property. This
development will have an impact on our
neighborhood, so this is a good opportunity for
you to see the plans and to voice your concerns
directly to the developer.
CLASSIFIED ADS ARE FREE!
Yard Sales (indicate date, location, & time) - Reward – Lost/
Found – Needed Babysitting – Free Stuff
Send your ‘classified’ requests to
[email protected].
Be sure to include your telephone number and email address.
Available to residents only
(for nonnon-business purposes only)
Frances Hammond
Please RSVP
602 258-0787
Seeking Mary Poppins Extraordinaire.
We are looking for a wonderful, caring, creative,
intelligent, loving, nanny to watch over our precious baby daughter. Our household is busy and a
little noisy between the baby, our home office
phones ringing, and the parrots chatting. We also
have a sweet dog. The position will be part-time
T, W, and Thurs from 9 - 5 however we would
prefer someone with a flexible schedule. Bilingual is a plus (it doesn't matter what language my husband speaks Turkish). Position will be
contingent on clean driving record, drug test, and
completion of background check. A one year
commitment is required. If you think you meet
the criteria above, please contact us!
Stacey 480-353-6172 or [email protected].
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Community Announcements — Continued
You are the eyes and ears of our neighborhood! If an incident shall occur during your presence, do not
hesitate to call 911. For non-emergencies, call Crime Stoppers at 602602-262262-6151 .
Are you on the Encanto Palmcroft E-mail list for updated alerts on crime issues?
Send an e-mail to:
[email protected] with the subject line to read
“Encanto
EncantoE-mail List”
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Encanto-Palmcroft EThank you and please stay alert and safe.
Michael Nowakowski
City Councilman District 7
invites you to coffee!
Our new City Councilman, Michael Nowakowski would like to meet Encanto neighbors and hear
what concerns you, hear your thoughts, hear your ideas!
Please join Michael for coffee on Saturday, January 26th. Stop in between 10am – 1pm.
Encanto Park Clubhouse.
For more information, please call Michael’s office* at (602) 602-262-7492.
2008 EPHPA Board of Directors:
Todd Templeton
Allen & Charlessa Feinstein
Ron Pick
Bev Haarman
Diana Kem
Liz Kally
Martin Vogel
Carole Kauffman
LaGayle Atwell
Mike March
Mary Ellen Bradshaw-Weisbuch
Kelly Morlan
Mike Brekke
Dawn Risk
Michelle Buxbaum
Chris Schilling
Nelda J. Caldwell
Susan Stowe
TJ & Marc Cohen
Steve Vollmer
Julie Williams
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Encanto-Palmcroft Security Corporation
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By Susan Stowe
CRIME STOP: 602-262-6151
Valley Protective Services started patrolling Encanto-Palmcroft Wednesday, January 2nd. This standout operation was chosen from a group of 10 corporations with 4 finalists presenting to the EPSC.
Each member of the Security Corp. scored the presenters on multiple levels.
A runaway first choice, VPS will be extremely visible with their khaki over black uniforms riding
their bicycles. The means of transport allows them quick access into tight spots as well as a visible
contact for residents as well as the proverbial "bad guys."
VPS has been in business since 2000, specializing in neighborhood communities. Many of their
highly trained professionals are former police officers with a unique blend of law enforcement experience added to their dedication to the neighborhoods they serve. Corporate CEO, Davis S. Connant
also adds the knowledge of modern-day business expertise
A daily contact site in the neighborhood allows VPS Professionals to utilize Pass On Forms noting
residents on vacation or any information deemed necessary for them to know. In turn, VPS will leave
a daily report at the same site. Random time patrols will also take away the predictability of a daily 73 drive through the neighborhood.
When you see a VPS Professional riding through the neighborhood, please take time to introduce
yourself to him or her. Tell them where you live and about your children, pets, or any information
that would help them to know and serve you better.
By the time this newsletter goes to print, you should have received an introductory letter from VPS
including a refrigerator magnet with their dispatch number. Emergency calls, as always, go to 911.
Calls of a non-emergency nature can be handled by your VPS Professional who will be equipped with
a Nextel two-way radio. VPS dispatchers can be reached at 480-777-0003.
Please attend the January Association Board Meeting so you can meet our VPS representatives. Valley Protective Services will be a highly visible source in our neighborhood as well as a willing contact
for any of your concerns. We look forward to providing our Encanto-Palmcroft residents with a superior service of safety and protection with this commendable organization.
Susan Stowe, President, Encanto Palmcroft Security Corp.
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‘Twas The Season
Oh, Oh, Oh!
By Jenise Tuchin
Did you know that the average weight gain
over the holidays is 7 to 12 pounds?
It all starts on Halloween,
When the candy consumption is quite obscene.
This is the first pound,
From the trick or treat run around.
On Turkey Day we get starched out,
Because that’s what the holiday is all about.
There’s barely a green on the turkey scene,
Except for the bean in the mushroom soup
tureen.
Be thankful you may,
It’s just 3 for Thanksgiving Day.
Holiday parties come next, yippee,
With lots of nutrition from A and C.
Appetizers, alcohol, cookies and cheese,
Make eating at these parties an absolute
breeze.
And on the day that Christmas comes,
We eat and eat ‘til there are only crumbs.
Add 5 more,
For the parties galore.
Then we ring in the New Year,
With special dinners and lots of good cheer.
The biggest steaks, the richest sauces, the
bubbliest drinks,
Now don’t cut your losses.
The baked Alaska, the chocolate soufflé,
A brand new year is now under way.
A brand new you gained 1 more today.
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There are bowls of football and Fritos too,
There are lots of bowls to eat and view.
Bowls of dips of layers of seven,
If your team wins,
You’ll be in heaven.
In we delve,
For a total of 12.
You’ve hit the wall,
Now heed the call.
It’s at this point that I might mention,
It’s time for you to set an intention.
Play more, eat less,
To make the new year a healthy success.
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Architectural Happenings in Encanto-Palmcroft
By Martin Vogel
This Update is based on a report submitted to the Encanto-Palmcroft Historic Preservation Association (EPHPA) Board
on December 17 by Martin Vogel for the Architecture Committee.
Update of the National Register of Historic Places.
A major 4 year effort to update the National Historic Register is coming to its conclusion: the result includes major financial benefits for homeowners, an updated map of the neighborhood and an inventory of the additional homes that are
now eligible for “Historic Status”. What does this mean?
First some important, but elusive definitions. If you’re reading this Newsletter you are probably an Encanto-Palmcroft
resident, which means you live in one of two subdivisions platted in the late 1920’s (The Home Tour Brochure has a
very good summary of our history). The general area of our neighborhood lies between 7th and 15th Avenues, and
McDowell and Encnanto Boulevard. PARTS of this area were designated as a Historic Neighborhood in the 1980s
through the efforts of neighbors, including G. G. George. Key benefits of being listed on the National Register of Historic of Historic Homes (a federal entity in Washington D. C.) include eligibility for a lower property tax rate (a state
and Maricopa County benefit), and eligibility for exterior renovation grants (administered by the City of Phoenix Historic Preservation Office). These programs are for homeowners who must individually apply for these benefits. The
City of Phoenix can also apply a Historic Overlay to an area that has the national historic designation. The City’s Historic Overlay also provides additional zoning/preservation protection for the entire area. Please note, however, that the
boundaries for the City’s Historic Overlay’s are not necessarily similar to the ones granted by the Federal level. Thus we
get periodic conflicts about what is included for historic protection.
Generally, properties that are older than 50 years old are eligible for the “historic designation”. When the initial application for historic status was prepared in the 1980’s, obviously a number of homes were not yet eligible, since many properties had been built after the Great Depression, which lasted through the 1930s. The neighborhood worked collectively
to hire a consultant and secure the “historic designation” for those early homes. Current requirements for updates to the
National Register are more onerous. Four years ago, the Encanto Palmcroft Historic Preservation Association (the one
that publishes this Newsletter, has monthly Board meetings, and runs the bi-Annual Home Tour) decided to organize an
update of the National Register. As many as 55 or so homes (out of a total of 325) were not on the lists of historic homes
available at the City of Phoenix Historic Preservation Office or the State Historic Preservation Office. Individual homeowners were not able to apply for historic designation individually.
A succession of EPHPA leaders, notably Diane Bishop, Jeff Simmons, Ron Pick and Todd Templeton, have provided
guidance after the EPHPA seeded this project with $10,000. These funds were used to engage two consultants (Don Ryden for architectural and overall coordination, and Vince Murray for historical content) to prepare a document that is
more than half an inch thick. This document is an Amendment (or an update) of the Encanto-Palmcroft Historic District.
A group of volunteers worked with EPHPA Board members to pursue this task. Joellyn Pollock and Joan Burke were
involved from beginning to end in raising $16,000 from affected homeowners. So far, total expenditures have totaled
about $27,000, with a possible additional charge of $1,000 for amendments that may be requested by the Keeper of the
National Register. To date, the EPHPA Board has agreed to pay for additional costs incurred on this project.
Final news should be available for the February Newsletter. We now know that after reviewing the 55 unlisted homes,
informal but valid approvals had been granted for all but 22 homes. These 22 properties were included in the submission
to the National Register.
Thanks to all of you, especially Joellyn Pollock and Joan Burke, who participated in the many phases of the work.
Additional Items:
Recent actions indicate that City Code provisions are being more rigorously enforced, sometimes on a retroactive
basis. A neighbor was asked to dismantle a garage that had been constructed around a carport, for failure to obtain appropriate permits.
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Several other neighbors have been cited or asked to attend hearings on improvements made without proper permits. Official notices of hearings have appeared on yard signs in the neighborhood. Please remember that you live in a Historic
District which has specific procedures to protect the historic fabric of the neighborhood. Please plan ahead and consult
the appropriate City agencies, including the Historic Preservation Office for renovation or remodeling permits. Failure to
obtain appropriate permits may lead to severe penalties.
Many neighbors attended a hearing on December 12 on the “excess right of way” at the corner of McDowell Road
and 15th Avenue. Developer Scott Haskins of the proposed condominium complex had volunteered to assume liability
for a portion of unused land in the corner of our neighborhood that has not been included in the National Register of Historic Properties. It is a piece of land that was between the former car/tire service station and 15th Avenue. Although the
Encanto Citizens Association, led by G. G. George had opposed the requests as a potential “land grab” that would lead to
additional building density and traffic, the Hearing Officer stipulated that “gross density” is measured from the center of
the streets for the Haskins properties which extend from 13th to 15th Avenues. Thus the resolution of this issue has no
impact on density or traffic. The Hearing Officer recommended granting the developer’s request primarily because it
reduced the City’s liability for incidents on the affected portion. Among other stipulations, the developer agreed to
maintain an oversized alley entrance from 15th Avenue.
The EPHPA Board recently allocated an additional $2500 for dusk to dawn lights in the alleys and open space
around 15th Avenue and McDowell due to concerns about crime levels and transients. These lights have already
been turned on in the McDowell alley, and Ron Pick is arranging for consent from homeowners along 15th Avenue,
south of the Valley Garden Center. If you live in that area, please expect to be contacted by Ron. The extra lights will
make it easier to patrol and promote security in the neighborhood.
If you have an interest in joining the Architecture Committee, please contact Martin Vogel (602) 200-1025.
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1820 Palmcroft Dr NW
1801 Palmcroft Dr NE
1619 Palmcroft Dr SW
1615 N 9th Ave
1817 Palmcroft Way NE
1809 Palmcroft Way NE
1625 Palmcroft Way SW
1301 W Coronado
1804 Palmcroft Way NW
1005 W Coronado
1808 N 11th Ave
1319 W Palm Lane
1114 W Palm Lane
1117 W Palm Lane
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2033 N 11th Ave
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Kate Murphy
Bev Haarman
Jay Murphy
Mike Rodriquez
Cyndy Herrmann
Ron Pick
Linda Milversted
Chris Schilling
Geri Gittings
Julie Franklin
Chris Herstam
Clyde Granderson
Jean Thomas
Carole Kauffman
Dawn Risk
Gene Spencer
George Abrams
Denise March
Charles & Francoise Krause
Kim Dudley
Christie Ford
Susan Dale
Amy Day
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WELCOME YOUR NEW
NEIGHBORS!
If you know of a new
neighbor
who has moved in, please
notify LaGayle Atwell.
She will deliver a
"Welcome to the Neighborhood" gift to them.
LaGayle Atwell,
1021 W. Enanto Blvd
602-712-0148 or
e-mail
[email protected]
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ENCANTO-PALMCROFT HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION
ENCANTO PALMCROFT HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION
DECEMBER MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ENFCANTO PALMCROFT HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
December 17, 2007
7:00 PM
Attendance: 15 board members - Michael March, MaryAnne, T.J. Cohen, Dawn Risk, Diana Kem, Michelle Buxbaum, Julie Williams, Ron Pick, Allen and Charlesa Feinstein, Bev Haarman, Todd Templeton, Martin Vogel, Mike Brekke, Liz Kally, LaGayle
Atwell
Guests: Sgt. Dave Beauchamp and Scott Melander
The meeting was called to order at 7:10 PM.
Board appointment: There was a board vacancy thus a motion was made to appoint Michael March to the board.
Maker: Ron Pick Second: MaryAnne Passed Voice Vote
Secretary appointment: There was a vacancy for the position of secretary thus a motion was made to appoint Michael March as
secretary.
Maker: Ron Pick Second: Todd Templeton Passed Voice Vote
Police Report: Dave Beauchamp confirmed the purse snatcher story and went on to say that the suspect had been caught and was in
custody. He also asked if anyone noticed increase of the police patrols and the informal consensus was 'yes'. Mike Brekke asked
about what else they wanted us to do because we currently didn't have a private security company patrolling our neighborhood and
the officer again asked for everyone to call 'CrimeStop' if they say any suspicious activity. MaryAnne brought up how a neighbor's
trees were cut down and their lights were stolen. Charlesa asked if we should keep our Christmas lights on all night and the officer
said 'yes'.
Minutes: Moved to approve the November minutes.
Maker: Liz Kally Second: Diana Kem Passed Voice Vote
Treasurer's Report: Diana Kem presented the treasurer's report.
Motion to approve the additional monies for the pole wrapping.
Maker: Diana Kem Second: Liz Kally Passed Voice Vote
EPSC Report: Martin Vogel presented the EPSC report..
The meeting was December 16th, 5pm.
Susan Stowe is now the new EPSC president
"Arrow Security" is out and "Valley Protective Services" is in. They feature security guards that do bicycle patrols. They are
going to have an open house and they will do reporting services.
Out of 10 companies, four were selected to do presentations.
EPSC might distribute a newsletter.
Diana Kem said that about $50K was spent this year.
They hope to have a contract signed by the first of the year (2008).
They will do bike patrols at night.
The contract term is a 30 day cancellation policy.
Committee Reports
Outreach Committee: No report.
Architecture Committee:
Brief talk of the about the removal of the wall addition of a neighbor in our neighborhood and about enforcement of policies of
the city.
National Register update
The total cost is around $27K which was less than expected.
Ron Pick: The board authorized 10K, 8K has been paid.
24K has already already paid to Don.
Joellen: The neighbors are tapped out so do not count on additional funds from the
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Neighborhood.
Waiting for word from Washington, DC to see if all 22 properties have qualified.
Motion to pay up to $3112.50 to Don Ryden.
Maker: Martin Vogel Second: LaGayle Atwell Passed Voice Vote
Welcome: No report.
Condo Development: Report from Todd Templeton:
They might break ground soon after the first of the year.
Discussion:
Brekke: The ground breaking is not possible because they have to post their designs and the plans have to still be filed.
So far there is only one entrance and not enough parking.
They still have to go through traffic and fire so the ground breaking is probably far off.
Newsletter: Report by Dawn Risk.
Dawn noted that she is trying to get it out to the press earlier. It was suggested to move the deadline to the 25th but no motion was
made.
Website Committee: Report by Jay Murphy
Jay said work would start after the first of the year.
Roster Committee: Report by Jay Murphy
The roster is ready to go to print. Dawn is going to take care of it so it may be delivered before Christmas. If that doesn't happen is
should go out with the next newsletter.
Trash to Treasures: No report.
Social Committee: Report my Mike Brekke.
We had a wonderful turnout for holiday party.
It was suggested the meat offerings go beyond pork products.
The pole unwrapping party will be Jan (5th) 9am.
Old Business:
McDowell and 15th Avenue lighting: Report by Ron Pick.
Ron Pick is going talk to the neighbors to get the approval to install the dusk to dawn alley lights that were already approved by the
board.
Holly St. Lights: No report.
Board consideration of official positions on controversial issues:
The following board policy was moved by Liz Kally:
That the Board adopt the following policy and procedures enabling it to review, debate, and adopt a position on issues, possibly controversial, which may affect the character and quality of life in Encanto-Palmcroft.
"When the Board is asked to support a position for or against such a matter, it shall:
Table any such seconded motion until its next regular monthly meeting.
In the meantime, notify residents via the newsletter and the email network of the nature of the motion, the facts of the matter,
and arguments for and against.
Request feedback from residents prior to the next regular monthly meeting.
Debate the motion at the next regular monthly meeting, following Roberts' Rules of Order, so as to conduct an orderly meeting.
Allow comment from neighbors who request to speak, but not engage in debate with non-board members during the meeting.
Proceed to a roll-call vote following discussion and debate.
When the outcome of the vote is clear, require members to refrain from publicly denigrating the majority decision of the board if
they feel they cannot personally support it. (Liz mentioned it was proposed last meeting that this provision should be
struck she was ok with that.)
Designate the President of the Board or other officer to speak on its behalf at any public meetings or hearings that may occur
Discussion:
Liz Kally: The motion, in short, allows the board to take to take action.
Ron: Nothing in the motion to changes the bylaws. Also, the board came to the consensus because of the time spent on these
issues.
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Martin: We we should tighten up the time frame.
Jay: Block captains can be used as the tightening up mechanism.
MaryAnne proposed: Delete "regular meeting" and add " and block captains".
New reading:
That the Board adopt the following policy and procedures enabling it to review, debate, and adopt a position on issues, possibly controversial, which may affect the character and quality of life in Encanto-Palmcroft.
"When the Board is asked to support a position for or against such a matter, it shall:
Table any such seconded motion until its next meeting.
In the meantime, notify residents via the newsletter, the email network and block captains of the nature of the motion, the facts
of the matter, and arguments for and against.
Request feedback from residents prior to the next regular monthly meeting.
Debate the motion at the next regular monthly meeting, following Roberts' Rules of Order, so as to conduct an orderly meeting.
Allow comment from neighbors who request to speak, but not engage in debate with non-board members during the meeting.
Proceed to a roll-call vote following discussion and debate.
Designate the President of the Board or his/her designee to speak on its behalf at any public meetings or hearings that may occur
regarding the issue."
VOTE: Passed (11:3)
Website funding: Motion to pay for a web site provider up to $3000. Vogel/Vollmer
Passed Voice Vote
It was proposed to make a special website committee. It was proposed that Jay is the chair.. but no formal motion or vote was made.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:53 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Michael March, Secretary.
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CONVERSATIONS WITH MY
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by Gene Spencer
Talking to or talking for dogs is within acceptable behavior. Having a conversation with your dog
would fall somewhere between evangelical and psychotic. This Christmas I received a head smashing, ear
crushing, lung flooding, nose stopping, high fever cold.
After three miserable days there came a miracle. Two
facts must be disclosed:
Fact 1. Bonnie came to us via the giant schnauzer rescue. She had spent the first four years of her life
in a three by four wire cage with no affection and plenty
of abuse. Her job was to have puppies that would be
taken from her six weeks after birthing. Then she would
be left alone and underfed until she was once again
prime for insemination. Upon arriving at our home she
would cower in one corner of the den, make not the
slightest sound and wet herself whenever affection was
attempted. That was six months ago. Now, she’s the
queen of the roost. She howls at the moon, barks at the
mail carrier and dances on her hind feet whenever we
call her name. When offered a milk bone, our pound
hound George sits and raises one paw. Bonnie on the
other hand starts talking. It isn’t a bark, a howl, a growl
or a whimper. I am convinced that she is on the verge of
speech.
EP 2/08
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Fact 2. At 2:00 a.m. of the fourth day of fighting the cold from hell I decided to kill the bug or kill myself; two
shots of Nyquil, one cup of Theraflu, four aspirin and six ounces of 12 year old brandy was my remedy. The concoction
all hit about the same time. I found myself sitting on the kitchen floor holding Bonnie’s dog dish between my legs, in the
event that the remedy might make a sudden reappearance. That’s when Bonnie walked in to see me looking much like a
sinking ship that was listing thirty degrees to port. I prayed for death and received a miracle (miracles have an uncanny
way of showing up when you least expect them.)
Bonnie began to talk, not growl, howl, bark or whimper, she started talking. Her only flaw was a slight German
accent. “Hey stupid, it’s me, your dog I’m talking to ya,.” I thought master Gene would have been more appropriate, but
a man in my pathetic condition deserves neither respect or miracles. “You’re not a man with a cold or a man curing a
cold, you are a man failing at acceptance. I got out of my box and you need to step out of your box and have a look at
just how well off you are. It isn’t the cold that’s got you down, it’s your failure to accept what is. It’s a new year and you
got a year older, your hair and gum line are both receding, you’ve gained another ten pounds, the polar ice caps are melting, gas prices are through the roof and the market is in the toilet. Like your cold, there are a plethora of problems that
are beyond your control. The more you think about bad news the more the bad news expands. I don’t live in a box anymore, I’ve got a great place to live, I don’t have a dictator running my life, and I can go outside and pee. The more I
think about that the happier I get. You’ve got freedom, you live in the greatest neighborhood on earth, you can eat too
much anytime you want, you’ve got friends, a great wife, you can go to the bathroom without help, and you’ve got a
talking dog. I say for 2008 you should resolve to focus on what brings you joy. Accept the things you cannot change,
change the things you can and pray for the wisdom to know the difference. Happy New Year dad, try not to hurl in my
bowl.”
With that she went back to the couch, curled up and went to sleep. I curled up with her and fell asleep counting my blessings. HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION
Board of Directors
January Meeting Agenda
When: January 21, 2008 at 7:00PM
Where: Valley Garden Center
Agenda items may be removed or taken out of order.
Time for comments may be limited to ensure that different viewpoints are heard.
Call to order – Todd Templeton
Presentation by the Phoenix Police Department on criminal activities in and around the neighborhood. –
David Beauchamp, CAO and/or Scott Melander, CAO
Presentation of the status and design of the Encanto Parkside Condominium project at 1302 W. McDowell
Rd. – Scott Haskins
Presentation for approval of December 17, 2007 meeting minutes. – Mike March
Presentation for approval of Treasurer’s Report. – Diana Kem
Presentation and discussion of Encanto-Palmcroft Security Corporation actions. – Susan Stowe
Presentation for Approval of Calendar of Events. – Ron Pick
Committee Reports – Discussion Only
Outreach Committee – Kelly Morlan
Architecture Committee – Martin Vogel
Welcome Committee – LaGayle Atwell
Encanto-Parkside Condominium Development Update – Todd Templeton / Liz Kally
Web Site Committee – Jay Murphy
Newsletter Editor – Dawn Risk
Block Captain Coordinator – Lori Little
Trash / Treasures Committee – Marc / TJ Cohen
Social Committee – Mike Brekke
Old Business – Discussion and possible action.
Pole Unwrapping Event – Recap and discussion – Mike Brekke
McDowell and 15th Avenue Lighting Project – Ron Pick
New Business – Discussion and possible action.
Items to be considered for January 2008 meeting agenda
Adjournment of Board Meeting
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HOLIDAY DINNER
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This month’s recipes provided by
The Templeton Family
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Mayan Cochinita Pibil (Mexican)
Serves 8 – 10
Driving between Phoenix and L.A., we detour off I10 to Edgardo’s Café
Vera Cruz in Palm Springs, CA for Aztec/Mayan cuisine whenever we
can. He won’t share his recipe, but this one I derived from several others is close. This dish takes a lot of time, but it’s really worth the effort.
The oranges make the flavor incredible, and we’re lucky enough to
have a sour orange tree just outside the back door!
3½ – 4½ pounds Pork Shoulder
2 teaspoons Salt
2 Tablespoons Seville Orange Juice (see Note)
1½ Tablespoon Achiote Seeds (heaping) (also called Annatto Seed)
¼ teaspoon Cumin Seeds
½ teaspoon Oregano
12 Peppercorns
3 whole Allspice
5 cloves Garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon Chile Powder or Chile Seco (may substitute Hot Paprika)
1 teaspoon Salt
3 Tablespoons Seville Orange Juice
½ – 1 cup Water
Peel of the Orange, chopped in large pieces
1 Onion, thinly sliced
Fried Green Tomatoes Serves 6
Green tomatoes have a wonderful lemony taste which
goes great with the smoky bacon.
Figure ½ large tomato and 1 slice bacon per person
3 large Green Tomatoes
6 slices Bacon, cooked crisp, and Bacon Fat reserved in
frying pan
2 eggs, Beaten
1 cup Yellow Corn Meal
2 teaspoons Salt
1 Tablespoon fresh ground Black Pepper, or more to taste
Put eggs in a small bowl. Mix corn meal, salt and pepper
in another bowl with a flat bottom. Slice tomatoes into
thick slices. Dip each slice into the egg, then into the meal
and coat completely on both sides. Fry one layer of slices
at a time in the bacon drippings, until the batter is golden
and the tomatoes soften slightly, turning to cook both
sides. Add a bit of oil to the drippings if there isn’t enough
to cook all the tomatoes. Pile fried tomatoes on a platter
and crumble bacon over the top.
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Pinto Beans
Serves 6
This makes a great accompaniment to ribs or grilled
chicken, as well as Mexican feasts. Mother, who
doesn’t like hot or spicy food, always enjoys this easy,
flavorful side dish.
1 29 oz. can Pinto Beans
1 large clove Garlic, pressed
½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika, or more to taste
Salt to taste
Put beans and their juice into a saucepan. Blend in garlic
and paprika. Bring to a simmer and heat
through. Taste sauce and adjust salt and paprika if
needed. Great over rice!
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Remove large chunks of fat from meat, but leave a small amount for
flavor. Pierce the pork all over and rub in the 2 teaspoons salt and 2
tablespoons orange juice. Set aside while you prepare the seasoning
paste. In a blender, grind the achiote seeds, cumin, oregano, peppercorns and allspice together to a fine powder. Add the garlic, chile seco,
salt and 3 Tablespoons Seville orange juice and mix until the mixture is
a thick paste. Coat the pork with the paste. The Mayans used seared
banana leaves to wrap the meat up, but I use a large Ziploc® bag.
Leave the meat to season in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or
overnight.
Preheat oven to 325°. Place the pork, water, orange peel and onion in a
Dutch oven or roasting pan, and cover with a tight fitting lid. Cook for 2
hours. Turn the meat and baste it well with the juices at the bottom of
the pot. Cook for another 2 hours, or until the meat is soft and falling off
the bone. After cooking, shred the meat roughly, removing large pieces
of fat as you go. Return the meat to the pan juices and reheat. Serve
hot, including chunks of orange peel, over rice. Or fold the meat into
warm flour tortillas.
Onion Salsa: Edgardo doesn’t serve this, but most of the recipes I found
included these pickled
onions…
½ cup Onion, sliced in thin rings
3 Habanero Chiles, very finely chopped (omit if you don’t like a LOT of
heat)
½ teaspoon Salt
?[ cup Seville Orange Juice
While the meat is cooking, prepare the salsa: mix all ingredients together. Set aside to season for about 2
hours. Serve in a separate dish, with tortillas and the sauce so that
each person can make his or her own
tacos.
NOTE: A rough approximation for ½ cup of Seville orange juice may be
attained by blending 1 teaspoon
finely grated Grapefruit Zest, 3 Tablespoons Orange Juice, 3 Tablespoons Grapefruit Juice and 2
Tablespoons Lemon Juice.
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