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89 i SCOTTSDALE REPUBLIC S2 TUESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2005 Symphony gala, dinner quickly becoming a must-do ross and her husband, Larry, Ti three years ago the Fiesta Bowl Ball was the only major New Year's Eve benefit on the society calendar. But this past weekend, there were at least two more: the Phoenix Symphony gala and the dinner concert at the Franciscan Renewal Center. Although both were only second-time events, they quickly found a place on the New Year's Eve fund-raising calendar. In 2003 the inaugural benefit at the center, featuring the late John Denver's band, was so suc KATHY SHAYNA SHOCKET cessful that they brought the entertainers back for Friday night's celebration. It was a sellout of 400, the chapel's capacity.

The concert was a tribute to Denver and his music. "Deep inside, John Denver embodied the spirit of the Franciscan charisma," said Charlie Brown of the Franciscan Renewal Center. His care for the environment, animals, and es- V. I it. 1 "Ml Doc Severinsen and his band celebrate New Year's Eve at the Black and White Gala, a fund-raiser for the Phoenix Symphony, at the Westin Kierland Resort Spa.

Photos by Shelley Marie Valdez Tim and Casey Bolinger are among the 500 people celebrating at Friday night's Black and White Gala. Fiesta Bowl and anniversary fever The festive fete at the Phoenician to benefit the Fiesta Bowl Charities was also a record night. Michael and Ellle Zlegler, the presenting sponsors of the Viad Corp. Fiesta Bowl Ball, say the auction alone generated 35 percent more revenue than the 2003 auction. Scottsdale Mayor Mary Man- ers of the Phoenix Symphony and gave birth to the Black and White Gala.

Many of the guests from the first fund-raiser again attended the New Year's Eve gala at the Westin Kierland Resort Spa. Bravo to the McRae family, who chaired the formal soiree, which Betty McRae says is expected to net $500,000 for the symphony. About 500 revel AGENDA Incentives ban would fight for taxes RIO Policy guide nearing completion EVERY SCHOOL EVERY WEEK Each week the Scottsdale Republic provides information about every school in the Northeast Valley. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Private Public Public Charter Public Public schools elementary elementary schools high middle schools schools schools schools pecially the castouts, forgotten and misunderstood, represents his love of mankind and mother Earth. His spirit was present through his music and the mood of the evening." Classical notes In 2003 Jeanne Herberger gathered friends and support are due to the county by Jan.

31. Rio Verde Horseman's Association, Rio Verde Foothills Alliance and other groups began working with the county in September 2003. "Those policies and vision statements will be referred back to regarding land development," said Darren Gerard, deputy director for Maricopa County Planning and Development Department. Gerard said Maricopa County Board of Supervisors could consider approving the plan by this summer, depending on the recommendations of the county Planning and Zoning Commission. Averitt said the most recent draft is consistent with the area's environment.

"It also makes sense because of all the topographical and water constraints with building in a rural area," she said. Reach the reporter at (602) 444-6843 or michael.ferraresiscottsdale republic.com. Brian Kahlor Circulation Manager Trisha Stuart Community Relations From Page 1 the rural lifestyle and open space in the area," said Elaine Averitt, county project manager for Rio Verde Foothills. Through the plan, residents also have called for a scenic corridor along Rio Verde Drive, the eastern extension of Dynamite Boulevard in Scottsdale. In addition, they want to form a regional planning group to create a fire protection plan and form an interconnected series of trails for hikers and equestrians.

The plan could be modified again before it is presented this spring to Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission. About 200 Rio Verde Foothills area residents contributed to the latest draft. Officials of nearby Scottsdale and of the adjacent Tonto National Forest also contributed. Additional comments and recommendations from stakeholders about the revised draft, intended to guide development through 2020, ers celebrated with Doc Severinsen, his band and the nix Symphony. Just after midnight, symphony supporter Mary Gerta took to the stage and conducted a rendition of Stars and Stripes Forever.

It was the auction item for which she bid the 2003 gala. This year, Fred Stolber bid $10,000 for the chance to conduct the piece at the 2005 ball. for New Technology and Innovation, on the site of the old Los Arcos Mall at McDowell and Scottsdale roads. "If they could do it with a scalpel instead of a machete, I think it should be done by the Legislature, since it is a regional issue," Councilman Ron McCullagh said. "I want them to say, more particularly, 'Let's not start conceding sales tax subsidies to businesses for the sole purpose of attracting businesses from one municipality to Taxpayers are the losers." But others who like the way things work now make a compelling argument.

"Number one, we don't want the state to control it," Councilman Wayne Ecton said. "I think it should be left up to the cities to decide how they want to handle Incentives. It really is a case-by-case situation." Other tax options Some other options exist, according to experts. Scottsdale already is in talks with Phoenix to create a "shared revenue zone" along Scottsdale Road, near Loop 101, to avoid the incentive wars. But it likely would apply only to that specific area.

The state could penalize cities for using incentives, and it could adjust its tax laws so cities were not so dependent on sales taxes. "While it is impossible to predict which, if any, of the above suggestions will become reality in the next year, it is likely that the debate about the use of incentives, especially for retail developments, will continue to heat up in the coming year," concluded the city's white paper. Council members will begin to debate the issue at their work-study session, which begins at 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Pinnacle Room of the Human Resources complex, 7575 E. Main St.

Reach the reporter at lestey.wright?'scottsda lerepublic.com or (602) 444-6883. were seated at the same table as Sheriff Joe Arpalo and wife, Ava. The Manrosses had a busy night and took off after dinner for the block party in downtown Scottsdale. The sheriff? "We are spending the night here at the Phoenician," he said as he raised his wine glass. "I don't want to be stopped by any Scottsdale cops for drinking and driving," he said with a laugh, giving the Scottsdale mayor a wink.

It was also the Arpaios' 47th anniversary. At midnight they took to the dance floor to also to celebrate him officially becoming the sheriff for the unprecedented fourth consecutive term. Coming up Supporters of the Phoenix Art Museum will gather Jan. 22 for the Building a Collection annual dinner and live art auction. Tickets for the artsy event at the museum are $200 per person.

Details: (602) 307-2029. If you have a social item, contact Kathy Shayna Shocket at kathy.shocketarizonarepublic.com. volve more than 250 Hopi students. Kfva The school will host an informational meeting for parents on kindergartners at 6 p.m. Jan.

24. The school will be ready to answer questions and register new students at that meeting. Parents need to bring a legal birth certificate, proof of residence and immunization records. Navajo The school is now accepting Open Enrollment. Visit the office for information.

Pima Open enrollment applications will be accepted until Jan. 15. Pueblo The PTO's next meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday in the media center. Tavan The school's spelling bee will be at 8:30 a.m.

Wednesday. CREIGHTON DISTRICT School will resume Monday. Send school items to esewscottsdalerepublic.com or reach Brian Evans at (602) 444-6897. If you missed this week's item about your school, a full rundown of Every School, Every Week is at scottsdale.azcentral.com. I I I OfSev I uons PHOENIX 2-ai ion Public elementary schools SCOTTSDALE DISTRICT Super Saturday classes, offered by Scottsdale Supporters of the Gifted, will include Parent University classes from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

beginning Jan. 22 at Pima Elementary School, 8330 E. Osborn Road. SSG will present "Genius Denied: How to Stop Wasting Our Brightest Young Minds" from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Jan.

25 at the Mustang Library Auditorium, 10101 N. 90th St. Jan Davidson, president and co-founder of the Davidson Institute for Talent Development, will discuss challenges associated with gift-edness and the needs of gifted young people. Hopl The following 12 fifth-graders were selected to be emcees for this year's Variety Show: Nathan Anderson, Andrew Bradway, Chloe Jessica DiCario, Hannah Fenney, Sam MacDonald, Tim Miller, Alexis Olson, Katie Phillips, Cole Richardson, Hayden Sells and Katey Stern. Act Auditions will be held Saturday.

This year's show, directed by parent Le-zlie Richardson, will be held at Arcadia High School on Feb. 10 and 11, and will in SCOTTSDALE REPUBLIC An edition of The Arizona Republic I A Gannett newspaper Michael Ryan General Manager Caryn Chappelear Advertising Manager From Tage 1 sales taxes. But the race to the bottom often results in far fewer revenues than cities could receive. Steve Olson, Scottsdale's lobbyist, left the question open about how to proceed in his proposed legislative agenda. Some council members said they will push for an outright ban, arguing that one city alone cannot decide to stop giving incentives.

They then would have to sit by and watch as neighboring cities offered multimillion-dollar deals to auto malls and other big retailers. Scottsdale has offered incentives for 18 projects since 1987, with a public investment of $17.9 million over 20 years. The city expects to recoup $331.1 million in revenue from these projects, according to a white paper prepared this fall by the city's Economic Vitality Department. The program has helped land Scottsdale Fashion Square at Camelback and Scottsdale roads, the Promenade shopping center at Scottsdale Road and Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard and the Scottsdale Waterfront condominium development, now under construction south of Fashion Square. The issue has particular meaning in Scottsdale because of the city's economic competition with Phoenix, especially at the intersection of Loop 101 and Scottsdale Road.

Both cities hope to land huge retailers for developments there. "WTiat we've got now is a situation where developers play cities off one against the other and use that as an opportunity to get big payouts," said Councilman Bob Littlefield, who supports the ban. "I think, to level the playing field, I would like to see the state rein in some of these incentives." In some cases, incentives can be used to lure businesses that will offer high-paying jobs. That was the argument a majority of Scottsdale leaders used when voting to help pay for the ASU Scottsdale Center Victor Drive AZ 85258 1212 Dan Nowlckl Opinions EditorEditorial Writer Editor John D'Anna How to contact us Got a news tip or story idea? Here's how to contact us: Phone 602.444.NEWS (6397). E-mail individual reporters or editors at: firstname.lastnamescottsdalerepublic.com.

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