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Check out this YouTube Video for the greening of Fountain Hills real estate!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FW6Cb-sJRPg 

Pizza & Politics February 19th!

On Friday, February 19th, an informal gathering will be held from 5-7 PM at the Presbyterian Church to acquaint you with two of our candidates for town council.

 

As you know, Town Council elections are scheduled for Tuesday, March 9th.  Please vote either in person or by mail-in ballot.  This is a non-partisan election, but party affiliation does show the basic prism from which all candidates and elected officials view the world and is the basis for all decisions.  There are two Republicans in the race, Tail Elkie and Hugh Henry.  I ask that you vote for both of them so that we can have a strong conservative presence on the Town Council.

 

Fiscal conservatives are needed on Council during these difficult times. Our Town's future depends on good fiscal planning and follow-through.  Your Board endorses both Tait Elkie and Hugh Henry and strongly recommends that you vote for them.  There are many difficult decisions to be made that affect all of us  The first response should not be "raise taxes".  Neither Hugh nor Tait will have that as their first response. 

 

To better acquaint Fountain Hills residents with both candidates, the club is hosting a "PIZZA AND POLITICS" open house at the Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church on Friday, February 29th from 5 - 7 p.m.   If you don't know Tait and Hugh please come, meet and talk to them.  If you already know Tait and Hugh, bring you neighbors to the event.  We are convinced that once you meet and listen to them, they will have your vote,  There will be free pizza, beer, wine, water and soft drinks.  I hope to see you and your neighbors there.

 

If you are not registered to vote, it is too late to do so for this election, but it is time to register for the August primary and the November general elections.  You may register by going to azsos.gov, mouse over the "elections" tab and select "Voter Information", then click on "Register to Vote"  (which takes you to http://www.azsos.gov/election/VoterRegistration.htm) and then follow the instructions.

 

If you are registered and not on the Permanent Early Ballot list, you may request an early ballot by going on-line to http://recorder.maricopa.gov/ and clicking on Elections and Voter Information towards the bottom of the page, then on the new page, click on "Request an Early Ballot" on the right side of the page.  That takes you to https://recorder.maricopa.gov/earlyvoteballotnet/evbrequest.aspx where you fill out the form.  An alternative is to call 602-506-1511.

 

Hope to see you on the 19th!

 

Lisa...

A Day of Fun in Fountain Hills... December 5th, 2009

A Day of Fun in Fountain Hills...
 

The Town of Fountain Hills is ready to celebrate the many events around town on December 5, 2009. For additional details about Town events please check the "Events" section of the Town website at www.fh.az.gov
 
Community Center / Civic Center Area:
Kiwanis Breakfast with Santa:  9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Holiday Celebration of Trees, Trains, and Wreaths: "Global Gala": 2:30-5:30 p.m.  
"20 Years as a Town" Celebration:  3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
River of Time Museum Open
 
Around Town: 
Docent Guided Art Walks
Guided Hikes offered through the Parks & Recreation Department
Chamber of Commerce "Stroll in the Glow" along Avenue of the Fountains: 6:00 p.m.

 

Thanksgiving Turkey Trot!

 Turkey Trot: November 26, 2009

Weather Update

Turkey Trot is ON, rain or shine!

Course map

T-shirt Alert!

• Participants who pre-registered by November 19, should check in and pick up their t-shirts on Thanksgiving from 6 a.m. - 8 a.m. at the Town of Fountain Hills Community Center.
• Participants do not need to stay for the Run/Walk

Start and Finish

• 5:45 a.m.: On-site registration opens
  
• 6:00 a.m.: Check-in at the Community Center begins
  
• 6:45 a.m.: On-site registration closes
  
• 7:15 a.m.: Check in at the Community Center ends
  
• 7:30 a.m.: 5K Run and Fitness Walk begins in the Library/Muesuem Parking Lot

Early Registration Deadlines and Fees

• Early registration ends November 19 at midnight.
• Cost for early registration is $20 for the 5K, $15 for kids 12 and under, and $10 for the Fitness Walk.

Late Registration & Fees

• Late Registration begins at 12:01 a.m. on November 20 though race day.
• On-site registration will only be available from 5:45-6:45 a.m. to allow time to enter participant information in the system.
• Cost to register on-site is $30 for the 5K and $15 for the Fitness Walk.
• Participants will not receive a t-shirt.

How to Register

Participants can pre-register by clicking here or in person at Fountain Hills Parks and Recreation, located in Town Hall at 16705 E. Avenue of the Fountains, Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. You will be required to fill out a Turkey Trot Registration Form, which you can obtain by clicking here, and pay the program fee. Checks, cash, and Visa or Master Card are accepted. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged: Deadline of Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 6 p.m.

Age Divisions

• 12 and under
• 13-19
• 20-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60-69
• 70-79
• 80 and over

Awards

• 5K Run for each division: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive an official Turkey Trot trophy, plaque or medal.
  
• Fitness Walk: All participants will receive a Turkey Trot ribbon.

Go Daddy Tour!

Last week, as a member of the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program, a group of the Leaders took a tour of Go Daddy's corporate head quarter's in Scottsdale. They have really managed to create a fun work atmosphere and adhere to a pretty simple business model. If you work hard, there is likely room for advancement. However, I think the best thing that I learned that day was to take advantage of opportunities that you encounter and get out of your own way!

If you are a member of the FHCC and have not yet participated in the Leadership Program I would HIGHLY recommend it!  Check out all of the Leaders below.

Great New Candle Shop!

Last night I attended a ribbon cutting for a new candle shop called Bardon Gail on the Avenue of the Fountains - right next door to my RE/MAX office. You'll love the fabulous scents from the moment you enter.  I was pleasantly surprised by the great prices and selection! So, be sure to check them out the next time you are on the avenue.

St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Hello All,

I wanted to make sure that you were all aware of the special St. Patrick's Day Celebration in Fountain Hills.  It should be a fun event for all ages. The event will be held at Fountain Park on Saturday, March 14th from 10:30 - 6:30.

Admission is $5 for those 18 and older, FREE for 17 and under. Look for our full page ad in the Fountain Hills Times, and articles in the AZ Republic written by Beth Duckett.

All net proceeds will be raised to support, The Fountain Hills Community Theater, The Fountain Hills Community Foundation, The Golden Eagle Foundation, The Shelly Cohen Foundation, The McKenzie Monks Foundation, The FH High School Booster Club, the L. Alan Cruikshank River of Time Museum and the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce.

Jud's a Millionaire will be closing the main stage from 5:30 to 6:30. After the day's event, take a few minutes to visit one of the several eateries and relax with a fine meal and raise your glass to all the volunteers that made this day what it is!

I hope to see you there!