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Today's Anthem View
24 August 2008
The Trumpets Workshop 24 August
The July Board Meeting 12 August
What went wrong? 17 July
The June Board Meeting 13 July
The Board files a Chapter 40 construction defect claim against the Developer, leaving thousands of unprotected homeowners in the lurch to fend for themselves. Perimeter block wall defects 6 July
Ignoring common sense and losing sight of the mandate and the dining needs of the Community, the Board's negotiators will inevitably drive away Sun City's only potential restaurant operator. Was that by design or just plain ineptitude? The Trumpets Fiasco 6 July
The Board & unrelated news, 15 June 2008
The Board & related news, 2 June 2008
A Lesson Learned 2 June
President's Update 5 May
The Trumpets Working Group 14 Apr
Part II. On Villa Reserves (.pdf format) 4 Apr
The March BOD Meeting 4 Apr
Campaign signs 28 March
Part I of II, On Villa Reserves 26 Mar
What's behind door No. 1? 21 Mar To make a comment, click here.
A White Paper 20 Mar
A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing is, Well, Still a Wolf 20 Mar
 Does the Association have unsettled tax issues? Only our Finance Committee will tell. For those who are more adept at tax matters, here is a tax primer on large scale associations to check out.
Elementary, Watson 13 Feb
ABRACADABRA 2 Feb
Bella L. Meese (6)
Tree Cutter Sentensed 14 Jan
UPDATE 17 Jan
"We're on track [to wipe out the Villa Neighborhood reserves]" according to Jack Troia, in his report on the status of the "Look-back" 2005 Reserve Study, as announced at the meeting of the Finance Committee, January 11, 2008. Parts I & II of III. Parts II and I 20 Jan
Read David Berman's informative article, "Candidate Briggs: The Bull(Y) in the China Shop." Article 13 Jan
Stepping Out of the Closet: David Berman on Board Candidate John Briggs 3 Jan
Update Reports 3 Jan. 4 Jan
When you replace your rusting State Industries water heater, originally supplied by the Developer's plumbing contractor, you may wish to think twice before getting another State water heater, even if the cost of that replacement water heater is free. Here we have reproduced an excellent review article and analysis of the pros and cons of various types of water heaters, including specific recommendations. On Water Heaters 1 Jan
To make a Comment 10 Dec
Report 8 Dec
The Anthem East Trailhead Project 6 Dec Click here if you would like to Comment
What do you think should happen?
On Trumpets To make a Comment 3 Dec
David Berman's Report 3 Dec
The Double Whammy 3 Dec
SCA View's letter to BLM 14 Nov
Recent Events 11 Nov
The Million Dollar Question 1 Nov
The October BOD Meeting 1 Nov
David Berman's Report 1 Nov
Can You Hear Me Now? 1 Nov
The 2008 Budget Process Gone Awry
The September BOD Meeting 8 October Click here to Comment on the September Board Meeting
Excuse me, who is guilty of what? 8 October
Is there such a thing as a free lunch? 23 Sept To read Sunday’s LVRJ Business Section article by Humberto Cruz on “free lunch” seminars, Click here: http://www.azstarnet.com/sn/business/201904.php
A Substitute for Danfoss fittings 23 Sept
Potty Politics 19 Sept
Click on the image for complete poll results on the Board's action to remove Bob Frank from his position as vice president of the Association. 9 Sept.
Another KITEC Update 8 Sept
Bob Frank's Report to Homeowners 5 Sept
More questions and answers 5 Sept
How Much Does Pulte Owe the Association? 2 Sept
In Search of Common Sense 29 August
The good, the bad and the ugly 29 August
The August BOD Meeting 29 August
Click on the hyperlink below. When you arrive at the Anthem View, Plumbing Issues page, merely click on the Article titled "A Plumbing Status Report on Sun City Anthem.doc" and a Word file will open. After reading the Article, you may save the Article or you may either Click on the Return button or Close the Article and you should return to the Anthem View, Plumbing Issues page, where you may Comment on what you have read. SCA's Plumbing Status 24 Aug
Trumpets' lessee, S&D Cafe V LLC, files a lawsuit against the Association. Read S&D's 20 Aug. Amended Complaint as requested by the Court to provide more definite information as to the fraud claim. The Lawsuit 24 Aug
The Story 24 Aug
This is the sixth in a series of Board Updates designed to improve communications between the Board and the Community, dated 8 Aug. Board Updates 23 Aug
Detailed pricing information for homeowners. Johnson's Repiping Decision III 14 August, Rev.
More thoughts about your repiping decision, about Repipe Specialists and Town & Country Mechanical. Ron Johnson's Repiping Decision II 2 August
The Board's Villa Dilemma 29 July
THE VILLA OWNERS MEETING II Did Roz Berman deliberately set out to deceive the Villa owners? The Villa Onwers Meeting II 26 July
The Villa Owners Meeting 21 July
What did Ron Johnson do and why? We discuss the availability of a quality repiping offering at an affordable price. Ron Johnson's Plumbing Decision 21 July
THE VILLA OWNERS DILEMMA The Board plays hardball at the expense of the Villa owners. Our new Board responds to the cries for help. If the Board turns their back on the Villa owners, will the Villa owners sue the Developer or the Association, or go back to sleep? A very important meeting (open to all) on Friday the 20th will decide the outcome. The Villa Owners Dilemma 19 July
Like these horses, was the Lifestyle Committee too focused by wearing blinders? You decide. Billiards, tennis, and physical fitness: who should pay? PAY-AS-YOU-PLAY 14 July
Red Rock's Collection Policies & Issues 10 July
An uncalled for attack on The Minuteman Foundation The Attack 9 July
Pulte in Court 6 July
A KITEC Plumbing Update Rev 9 July
The June BOD Meeting 2 July
Secrets revealed? Did we miss the real meeting? The June Board Book Review 27 June
Silly question! What are the Facts? The facts 25 June
The Community Services Building Here is the genesis behind the building we know as the Community Services Bldg., a gift to the Community by Del Webb/Pulte and secured through the efforts of The Minuteman Foundation and Favil West. The CS Bldg. 26 June
Wyatt Earp wasn't firing, but the shots were heard throughout the hall. The Town Hall Meeting 25 June
Class Counsel Emails 22 Sept
Responding to Questions 15 June
A Plumbing Repair Update 13 June In his response to Joe Homeowner, who declares that he needs to click on the light to see if the Board is doing their job, the Board's officer declares: I'M DOING MY JOB" "MY JOB IS TO KEEP YOU IN THE DARK!" On Board Secrecy 13 Jun
Here is a court-prepared transcript of the hearing conducted on 17 May. Transcript of Court Hearing 30 May
For contact information on copper repiping, click here: Copper Repiping 31 May
Residents voice their concerns to the new Board. For highlights of the Town Hall Meeting, click below. Town Hall Highlights 21 May
Pulte files a petition with the State Supreme Court to overturn Judge Williams Fairness Hearing Decision.
Board's Decision Plate? Here are some thoughts needing attention and some answers.
The Board's New Plate 13 May
Another Update, Part 5: Copper 13 May
What happened & why? 5 May
Another Update, Part 4, for REHAU and KITEC Problems Another Update, Part 4 5 May
F a v i l W e s t Au revoir (for now)
A Preview by David Berman 4/26 Agenda for the April Board Meeting 4/26
Security Patrol Chief Dave Servello Responds to Ron Johnson's Editorial and Ron Replies to Chief Servello The Security Patrol Anew 19 Apr
Copper Pipe: A White Paper on the use of copper for potable water
White Paper on Copper 19 Apr
A discussion of plumbing options homwowners will need to consider along with recommendations for those planning to use Wirsbo or Vanguard. Plus copies of product warranties. In 10 days or so, we will find out if some homeowners can get their home replumbed with copper for about $8,000. Plumbing Options, I 15 Apr
What is this object? Where is it located? What is it called?
A Political Agenda 13 Apr
WIRSBO Homeowners planning to use Wirsbo and who wish to have any protection against dezincification should request their contractor to use Wirsbo's new (and more costly) C314 bronze fittings, which are confirmed to be currently in stock at Ferguson's, a plumbing supply company in Henderson. 13 Apr
Recent Events 9 Apr
REHAU Plumbing Repair Information 9 Apr
My Recommendations for the Board Bob Frank Mike Dixon Read the story behind the recommendations Carl Weinstein Roger Cooper
Sun City's upper waterfalls now running
Does The MMF really need 438 sq. ft. of dedicated space in the Community Services Building? The Board Should Reconsider 30 Mar
Final Polling Results 23 Mar
Announcement 21 Mar
Pulte blames Court decision 20 Mar
Judge Timothy Williams decides against Pulte. The Fairness Hearing Decision 15 March
Updated Polling Results 11 Mar Have you voted yet? No!
Click on image to left 12 March An Alternative Strategy Worth Considering
Pulte Clarifies Some Matters 6 March
On the important issue of Recreation Center 3, it was not too difficult to mislead the Community.
Misleading the Community 6 March
The Trumpet Meeting and Negotiations. "GREAT NEGOTIATIONS! NOW SCA, JUST ROLLOVER AND PLAY DEAD." The Trumpets Meeting 6 March
Another Update, Part 3 Another Update, Part 3 6 March
To Kill or Not to Kill the 3rd Recreation Center? The Recreation Center Fiasco 25 Feb
Another Update, Part 2 23 Feb
Another Kitec Update, Part 1 21 Feb
There is no Link 21 Feb
Highlights of the court's proceedings along with some insightful commentary. Fairness Hearing 18 Feb
Is the Campaign to Retain Control of the Sun City Anthem Board of Directors Already in Trouble? An SCA View-Journal Editorial 11 Feb
To Pex or not to Pex? That is the question. REHAU, CPVC and PEX Issues More Questions and Answers 5 Feb
An All NEW & Expanded Kitec Plumbing Update. A NEW Kitec Plumbing Update 1 Feb. NEW & IMPORTANT CONTENT ADDED
For this one, we may have to rely on Pulte to tell us whether everything is OK. "Poly want a cracker?" 29 Jan
Judge's Order 26 Jan
Order of Supreme Court, dated 11 Jan
Screwed 22 Jan
An Ethics Commission. Does Sun City Need One? It would be very sad for the Community should Favil West exit his presidency of the Board under a cloud of an ethics conflict surrounding his alleged abuse of Channel 99, a trust that was given to the Community by Cox Communications. On Politicizing Ch. 99 18 Jan
11 Resident candidates are running for four positions, three of those positions are open to replace 3 retiring members, Favil West, David Weil and Dea McDonald, plus one position to replace the short-term appointed of Roger Cooper, who will be running as an incumbent.
You Tell Us. Favil West Puts Down a Rumor on the Business Development Club
The Status of the Forensics Audit of Trumpets. An Impasse? Favil West on the Status of the Trumpets Audit
Amphitheater 11/29
A Sheep's Tale 11/29
Does someone on the Board know something we don't? An Editorial on Space and Money
Story, The High Cost of Speaking Out, Part II. The Nelson Orth Story 11/19
Speaking Out in Sun City: The Nelson Orth Story, Part I. Speaking out can be hazardous to your liberty & health 11/13
A Short Story 11/4
The October BOD Meeting 10/29
An SCA View-Journal Editorial
An Outrageous Spectacle 10/29
Recent Events 25 Oct
An SCA View-Journal Editorial
Death by a Thousand Cuts 10/23
Three SCA View-Journal Editorials 16 Oct
1. A new mantra for Charter Clubs Mantra 2. Was Kay Dwyer wrong? Wrong 3. On Favil West West
Some Unresolved Issues.
Trumpets Settlement Reached!
Delivering his President's report, Mr. West announced to the Board and audience the "successful" conclusions to negotiations with S&D Cafe V, LLC. President's Report to the Board 9/29
An SCA View-Journal Editorial
Hypothetical byline on breaking news event 9/29
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Should bad acts have consequences? 11 Sept.
An SCA View-Journal Editorial
On the REAL Trumpets Problem 3 Sept
A very disturbing rumor with major ramifications.
For great content, community news and excellent reporting, always check out the latest on David's Anthem Journal. Click on the Link below to visit another valuable source of information concerning Sun City Anthem. For example, read about The Tree Cutter Update; about the "The Effort to Muzzle Free Speech Continues ...Can You Spell "Paranoia?" and about "Ask About Trumpets .....Suffer the Consequences."
An SCA View-Journal Editorial
Negotiating Guidelines on Trumpets 21 Aug
Recent Events 21 Aug
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The Trumpets Workshop. The Board tells us nothing about what lessons they have learned from the Boulevard debacle. They tell us little of their thinking or plans, yet we are led to bleieve that they may make a decision at the upcoming board meeting. Only one board member offers a comprehensive plan. Roz Berman continues to deceive us on the Briggs matter.
The July Board Meeting. The Board lets some homeowners talk without interruption; others not so lucky. The President's Report. More plumbing problems. Trumpets issues. Will Mike Dixon be running Trumpets? Is Roz Berman withholding key information on Trumpets? 
BOARD FAILS THE COMMUNITY! Restaurant negotiations collapse. Tragically, we now have to say our final goodbye to the Boulevard Restaurant Group, who we understand actually wanted to be here to meet our Community's dining needs. That did not happen. The Board was successful in negotiating their way out of providing the Community with a credible and reliable restaurant operator that was clearly willing and able to meet our dining needs. So, just how did we manage to do that? It's sad to realize that in their negotiations with the Boulevard Group our Board was sending out unwelcome messages that eventually led to their decision to withdraw their interest. 12 July 
Boulevard Group explains decision to withdraw. Here is Boulevard's letter of 10 July to the Board. In a statement to The SCA View on 16 July by William G. Goff, Jr., President of the Boulevard Gaming Group, while clearly disappointed at the outcome of the negotiations, Goff said he believes their letter fairly and accurately reflects the views of the company. Mr. Goff added that they look forward to meeting our dining needs at a previously planned restaurant they will be constructing near the corner of Bicentennial and Sun City Anthem Drive. 
On the failure of the Trumpets negotiations.
Block walls improperly constructed in Sun City. 
On the Trumpets Fiasco: a preview. 
The Board & Unrelated News 
The City of Henderson preempts Sun City's interests by leasing light poles as cell phone towers--A Lesson Learned 
President's Update Report on Construction Defects. In an unprecedented statement from the Board regarding construction defect issues and impending statute of limitations concerns, President Mike Dixon provides some guidance for Sun City homeowners. 
Driver crashes into Security Patrol annex bldg. According to RMI, "at approximately 12:00 PM Saturday night April 26, a dark blue or gray full sized pick-up truck went out of control and jumped the curb and struck the pillars supporting the overhang to the building, resulting in substantial enough damage to the building that it has been temporarily red tagged(cannot be occupied). The pick-up truck was also substantially damaged but managed to sneak off into the night. According to an eye witness to the accident, there were four cars that saw the accident and we are hoping that one or more of those witnesses can provide the Security Patrol with additional information such as, license plate number, definite color, description of driver or any other information that may lead us to the responsible party so that we may recover the cost of repairs to the building.
How many campaign signs are homeowners allowed to exhibit on their property? The Board Decides: An example of good governance or more dirty tricks by Mike Dixon?
With three "top" contenders for Trumpets having made their presentation to Sun City homeowners, we should be happy, right? Tell us what you think.
Will the Board be able to avoid a scandal over their actions to "fix" Villa Reserves? In light of growing evidence, that may be difficult to achieve. Here we offer a While Paper on The 2005 "Look-Back" Sun City Anthem Reserve Study.
On David Berman. David Berman discusses his troubled history as an attorney at a meeting of the Current Events Club. Here I offer an alternate perspective on David's troubled past as it relates to his current practices. 
The Villa Reserve Mystery, Solved! Here is the last chapter in The Case of the Disappearing Villa Neighborhood Reserves. With clues everywhere, there is but one inescapable conclusion to this mystery. 
ABRACADABRA: The Board's agenda to scam Villa homeowners continues unabated. Part III in a series on The Case of the Disappearing Villa Neighborhood Reserves. 
Candidates for the Board of Directors. Ballot Order ( ) 
The Case of the Disappearing Villa Neighborhood Reserves, Part II. 
David Berman questions the suitability of John Briggs to be a member of the Board. 
AN SCA VIEW-JOURNAL EDITORIAL
BLM to allow mining operations near Anthem. How near? 3.5 miles, according to BLM, just west of Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area and east of Interstate 15. View BLM's presentation and related documents.
Your New Water Heater!
The City's Sun City Anthem Trailhead Project. I think we should welcome (at no cost) the City's proposal to improve the Anthem East Trailhead on Shadow Canyon Dr. See what's planned and why some homeowners are concerned. 
Tree Slasher Convicted. While Douglas Hoffman sits in jail awaiting sentencing, delayed until 11 Jan. his conviction has not gone unnoticed in CA. See the Los Angels Times article and 68 responses from their readers. 
A Report by David Berman on the November Town Hall Meeting. 
The Double Whammy--On leaving the Clubhouse Villa owners out in the cold for 2008. 
Our letter to BLM on the Calvary Chapel Church's application to lease/purchase 20 acres on Volunteer. Depicted at left is a picture of a Russian Church in St. Petersburg, the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood. 
City efforts to intervene in Church plans; Tree slasher guilty on all charges; Murder will out? How much is that Kitec inspection really worth? 
The Million Dollar Question: On the failure of the Board to act in the Community's interest. Without sufficient justification, the Board votes to raise assessments. 
The 2008 SCA Budget. Here we offer a Peek at the Finance Committee's Proposed budget for 2008, or PP as we refer to our charts. The "need" for an increase in assessments is in question. 
Excuse me, who is guilty of what? In the recently concluded stage play Amadeus at UNLV, court appointed music director Antonio Salieri asks the audience, "Did I do it," referring to the demise (possibly due to poisoning) of Mozart. Here in Sun City we have we have a number of prominent characters, all denying their guilt in one form or another. Caption to picture: "I didn't do it." 
KITEC Settlement Discussions. Class counsel provides update on status of negotiations with Judge Bell. 
Is there such a thing as a free lunch? Here is some advice on investment seminars: Be informed and be wary 
Another Kitec Update
Potty Politics. Sadly, key Community players are playing potty politics with the unmet lavoratory needs of the our residents. 
Vice President Bob Frank, in his first public statement, responds to questions raised about what happened at the August BOD Meeting.
How Much Money Does Pulte Owe the Association? Some evidence suggests that Pulte owes the Association in excess of $1 million. If true, why is the Board relucant to pursue the matter?
With ongoing efforts to dishonor an honorable man, will we ever know the truth of the matter? The Bob Frank story continues. 
We are introducing a new website feature with this article on SCA's Plumbing Status. As you will learn, an addiitonal 2,000 Sun City WIRSBO plumbed homes are at risk of dezincification. Since we are testing our new "Comment" feature, one or two commentators will be appreciated. NO LOG IN OR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO VIEW OR TO MAKE A COMMENT. 
Have You Already Voted? Give us your anonymous opinion on the Board's action Thursday to remove Bob Frank as VP of the Association. 
Bob Frank, already found guilty of bruising egos, is on the verge (TODAY) of being voted out of office as Vice President of the Association. The beginning of an unfolding story. What do you think about this impending event. Take our Poll and give us your opinion. 
The Board's Villa Dilemma: continued secrecy or a path towards an equitable resolution? 
The Villa owners program was interesting for the illusion that was created. 
Red Rock Financial Services, our debt collection company. Sun City has a contract with RRFS to collect unpaid assessments/fines. What are the issues and what is their collection policy. 
Attacking The Minuteman Foundation. 
A partially open garage door is an invitation to burglary. Police say there is a rash of similar burglaries in Sun City. 
Pulte in Court. Here is the posted Calendar on the Case and the posted minutes of the hearing held on the 25th of June. 
The June Board Book Review
KITEC Class Counsel Emails to Homeowners. Hear are selected emails from the KITEC Class Counsel.
President Mike Dixon responds to questions from residents. In further efforts to improve communications, the Board responds to an array of questions from residents. 
Troon sells Revere Golf Club for $28 million. The Revere had about 80,000 rounds of golf last year. Read the news release of the sale to a private equity investment fund. 30 May 
Copper Repiping Information.
The election for Assoc. officers. 
Sun City homeowners are alerted to this GE Dishwasher recall notice of a fire hazard. GE Dishwashers - May 2007 Recall Notice.
On May 16, 2007, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the General Electric Company (GE) announced a recall of 2.5 million GE built-in dishwashers manufactured from September 1997 to December 2001. For further information, click here: 
ANNOUNCEMENT
What's on Our New 
ACE-Supported Candidates for the Board Prevail
Third Recreation Center Plans General information, overall site plan, floor plan, energy strategy plan and elevation plan. 
That Information Bldg.
Evaluating Your Plumbing Options. 
A Geographic Quiz In the news
A REHAU "T" Coupling Looks Very Impressive. Soon Pulte will tell us whether REHAU's other such similar fittings and transition fittings are OK or whether they too will be included in or excluded from the replumbing program. There are no new REHAU webstie updates. 
The SCA View Poll 
Pulte Sending Mixed Messages to Homeowners Seeking Payment 
The Fairness Hearing Decision
Updated Polling Results
Confusion over Pulte's Payment Procedures. We attempt to clarify matters. 
Does the Board Need Glasses or a Lesson in Data Analysis?
An Appalling Lack of Good Judgment. The Board Gone Wild. 
No! Please don't tell me there's another plumbing problem.
Pulte Updates Answers to Two Questions. 1) Don't mess with or alter in any way the General Release form, and 2) 
Responding to Class Attorneys' request, Judge Issues Order Calling on Pulte to Cooperate and for a Fairness Hearing to Consider the Fairness and Legality of Pulte's Offer. 
Does Sun City Have a Potential Mold Problem in Phase 1 homes? 
A VERY SERIOUS Plumbing Problem Looms Over Phase 2 Homes. Homes built in the 2003-05 period with a REHAU sticker are beginning to leak in the attic from dezincification of those brass fittings. (see photo). 
Brass Fittings Galore Phase 2 model homes have brass fittings up the wazoo, that is, in the attic. When I wrote to the manufacturer, REHAU, asking them what the zinc content was of their brass fittings, they never got back to me. [Picture at left is of Phase 2 home attic then under construction. See above for an after picture.] 
Rosalyn Berman Edward Burrell
AMERICAN LEAK DETECTION
Hanky Panky Revisited
What Homeowners in Sun City Need to Know about their Plumbing System Las Vegas plumbing problems and some tips on what homeowners can do to help mitigate corrosive conditions. 
THE KITEC MEETING 
Home Insurance Issues and Pulte's Settlement Offer 
Did one of the King's men eventually succeed where the King had failed us? 
What's Pulte's legal strategy and who will prevail in court? 
The Board--getting it all wrong on Kitec.
Some Thoughts on Pulte's
The Top Ten Mostly Unanswered Questions Concerning Pulte's Settlement Offer 
Pulte's Settlement Offer, with Questions and Answers, 
Documents Relating to the KITEC Plumbing Problem. 
Has the Board Gone too Far in Proposing to Target Potential Enemies of the State? 
Where is our Amphitheater?
Short Stories, Illustrated 
Going, Going, Gone!
The Business Development Club Response to Alleged Charter Club Violations. This response was presented at a meeting of the Board of Directors on the 26th of October, 2006. No decision was made other than to take the matter under advisement. 
The Board Hearing on the Fate of the Business Development Club--Correct, Dea McDonald, this was an Outrageous Spectacle. 
Is the Board Intent on Inflicting Death by a Thousand Cuts on the Business Development Club? 
The Trumpets "Settlement"--
Byline news flash. One of Sun City's largest land holders and alleged tree slasher alleges he qualifies for "indigent" status, making him eligible for free legal services from the county's Office of the Public Defender. Can that be possible? 
BOARD KILLS CHARTER CLUB! In trampling on the seeds of due process, the Board mows down the Business Development Club by denying their right to hold meetings. 
With the scales of justice in the balance. The Board vs. the Business Development Club. A "Show Cause" hearing on revoking the Club's charter, Friday, Sept. 15th at 8:00 a.m. in the Anthem Center. 
Jack Silas Hits a Home Run on Trumpets! Or did he? Ron Johnson responds, asking, "Where's the beef, Jack?" 
Did David Berman identify the REAL Trumpets problem when he focused on our negotiators? Our response to David's editorial. 
Another Trumpets Rumor!