On Thursday, November 12, the Arizona Science Center will fill with planning, transportation and development leaders from around the West to participate in a “Community Conversation” about the changing development environment in which cities and corporations now must operate.

Renowned urban planner, Peter Calthorpe is leading Vision California, an unprecedented effort funded by the California High Speed Rail Authority to explore the critical role of land use and transportation investments in meeting the environmental and fiscal challenges facing the state over the coming decades. Vision California will develop new modeling and analysis tools for government and development leaders to quantify the critical role of land use, coordinated transportation investments, infrastructure enhancements, and other factors in meeting the objectives of regional air quality, water conservation and environmental protection.

Redwood City Saltworks – A Model for the Future
The 2.2 square mile Redwood City Saltworks site provides an extraordinary and unique opportunity to balance environmental and housing needs in the Bay Area. It is rare to be presented with a redevelopment project that has the ability to become the Smart Growth model of scale, meeting the new environmental objectives approved in California Senate Bill 375 (SB375) and Assembly Bill (AB 32). These pieces of legislation require planners and developers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by discouraging sprawl development and dependence on car travel. They encourage integrated land use, compact development that leverages regional and local transportation to create more livable communities for the future.

The Saltworks 50/50 Balanced Plan comprehensively puts forth an innovative, Smart Growth plan consistent with these legislative mandates. For three years, the Saltworks team engaged in a community outreach process to help understand the local community’s priorities for this vast site. Their input underscored the need for a Smart Growth plan that would concentrate growth near existing jobs and transportation networks to avoid sprawl and conserve open spaces. True to DMB’s legacy of environmental stewardship, the plan allocates 50 percent of the site for habitat creation, recreation and open space. The balance of the site will create a mix of housing and community uses, focused on connecting existing jobs with housing to realize a more compact, more livable community. The 50/50 Balanced plan incorporates sustainable community development practices with jobs/housing and transportation solutions designed to meet the future needs of Redwood City and the Peninsula. This 50/50 Balanced Plan represents one of the most comprehensive and thoughtful planning approaches of scale in the West. Today, Saltworks has the opportunity to become a model for sustainability and Smart Growth. To learn more visit RCSaltworks.com or click here...   Read more»

On October 6, 2009 the Kern County Board of Supervisors voted to approve development of Tejon Mountain Village, a remarkable mountain resort community planned 60 miles north of Los Angeles within Tejon Ranch. The new community is being developed by Tejon Mountain Village LLC, a joint venture of historic landowner Tejon Ranch Company and DMB Associates, one of the most respected real estate companies in the West.

“We’ve worked for a decade to make Tejon Mountain Village the greenest, most environmentally sustainable community ever proposed in Kern County. But the project’s significance runs deeper than that,” said Roberta Marshall, General Manager and Vice President of Tejon Mountain Village. “With the Supervisor’s unanimous approval, our focus turns to delivering the many economic and environmental benefits to the region.”

The Kern County Board of Supervisors were effusive in their praise for the community, noting its environmental sensitivity, the care and planning that went into its design, and the role Tejon Mountain Village will play as a prestigious new gateway to Kern County.   Read more»

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced that the Tejon Ranch Conservation and Land Use Agreement has won the Governor's Environmental and Economic Leadership Award (GEELA) in recognition of the historic conservation pact signed by Tejon Ranch Company (NYSE:TRC) and America’s leading conservation and environmental organizations.

The Governor's Award, California's highest and most prestigious environmental honor, recognizes individuals, organizations and businesses that have demonstrated exceptional leadership for voluntary achievements in conserving California's resources, protecting and enhancing the environment, and building public-private partnerships. Awards are given in ten categories. The landmark agreement is a winner in the Environmental and Economic Partnerships category.

The award specifically recognizes Robert A. Stine, President and CEO of Tejon Ranch Company, and Eneas Kane, President and CEO of DMB Associates, Tejon Ranch’s partner in its Tejon Mountain Village development, for their leadership in negotiating the Agreement.

“This historic agreement to protect a California treasure illustrates something that I have stressed since taking office — we can protect California’s environment at the same time we pump up our economy,” Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger said.   Read more»

Parents want the very best for their children. Each week families move to Verrado so they can provide their children with the exceptional educational opportunities available here. Verrado was founded on the principle of celebrating learning and that philosophy is supported by the entire community. We are delighted to share Verrado’s most recent achievements.   Read more»

Mesa, Arizona voters overwhelmingly approved tax incentives for two large resorts and a conference center near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. The vote gives a green light to plans by Gaylord Entertainment Co. of Nashville to build an upscale hotel of at least 1,200 rooms attached to a convention center with 225,000 square feet or more.
The project's master developer, DMB Associates of Scottsdale, sees this as just the first step in developing its 5-square-mile tract on land where General Motors Corp. has tested vehicles since the early 1950s. DMB has developed detailed plans for the project, which it calls Mesa Proving Grounds. Over time, DMB wants to create what some planners call an "aerotropolis" - a mixed-use city center that both feeds and benefits from a nearby airport.   Read more»

Verrado is proud to be the host site for the American Veterans Traveling Tribute, which includes an 80 percent replica of the Vietnam Memorial in Washington D.C. This collection of memorials and exhibits honors, respects, and remembers those who have served and those who are serving.

In support of the Town of Buckeye, DMB helped sponsor the Tribute coming to Buckeye in April. Each year, it travels the U.S. and draws thousands of veterans and visitors.

On April 1, the Tribute will arrive in a ceremonial parade to Verrado High School for a week of display. Visitors will be able to experience the Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall which stands over 8’ tall and spans more than 370 feet. They may also visit the Cost of Freedom display which is nine large memorials represented in gold dog tags under glass to remember and honor all who died in service since Vietnam, including 9/11. A large art display-Vietnam Remembered and a Walk of Heroes’-also accompanies the wall. In addition to its mission of honor and remembrance, the Tribute reaches out to schools who visit as a vital history lesson for our youth.

We invite everyone to visit April 1-6 with the opening ceremony to be held at 10 a.m. on April 4.

Thousands of people from across the Valley gave generously through Verrado’s Founders Day events to raise $42,266 for the American Cancer Society. Verrado residents along with fans from as far away as Massachusetts donated to the cause, selling out 5,000 tickets to the Beach Boys concert on November 8.   Read more»

MESA, Ariz. (September 3, 2008) --- DMB Associates, Inc. and Gaylord Entertainment (NYSE: GET) announced an agreement to create a destination resort and convention center that could bring billions of dollars in private investments and thousands of new jobs to Mesa and the Southeast Valley over the next several decades. DMB also announced its agreement for a Tom Fazio 18-hole championship golf course and the continued regional alliance with Westcor for future retail planning.   Read more»

On May 8, 2008, Tejon Ranch Co., its partner DMB Associates, and many of the nation's major environmental organizations, including The Sierra Club, Natural Resources Defense Council, Audubon California, the Planning and Conservation League and the Endangered Habitats League, announced one of the largest conservation and land use agreements in California history when they unveiled a landmark agreement on the future of Tejon Ranch.   Read more»

Cyclists are gearing up for the 5th Annual Tour de Scottsdale, and the “105,000 Miles for the McDowells” challenge, which will launch from Market Street at DC Ranch on Sunday, Oct 5 at 7:30 a.m. The 70-mile bicycling event winds through Scottsdale, Phoenix, Cave Creek, Carefree, and Fountain Hills, with every mile benefiting the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. A 2.5-mile Family Fun Ride allows even the youngest competitors to join in the Tour, which is sponsored by DC Ranch Community Council, Giant Bicycles and presenting sponsors, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar and Scottsdale Foothills Rotary.   Read more»

In April, approximately 120 volunteers of Scottsdale-based DMB Associates, Inc. joined Rebuilding Together to make renovations to facilities owned by A&A Cottages in Mesa as part of National Rebuilding Together Day. A&A Cottages provides foster care, group homes and support services to at-risk teenage girls and young adults who have been subject to abuse and/or neglect. It is the intent of A&A Cottages to empower these young women and help them break the cycle of poverty and violence in their lives.   Read more»

PHOENIX – March 5, 2008/PRNewswire/ – The Macerich Partnership, L.P., the operating partnership of Macerich® (NYSE: MAC), and award-winning community developer DMB Associates, Inc. (DMB), today announced a broad regional alliance that will bring together DMB’s reputation for excellence, attention to detail and richly appointed placemaking with Macerich’s retail development, leasing and operations expertise.   Read more»

Valley residents and guest took a walk on the soulful side of life during Verrado Experia 2008 JAZZ WALK earlier this year.

Thousands attended the free event to enjoy jazz performances all day long from top KYOT artists Paul Taylor, Alex Bugnon, Stanley Jordan, Big Pete Pearson and the Blues Sevilles, Jay Soto and others.   Read more»

San Diego - The Santaluz Club came out on top in 2007 in the fierce competition for golf club memberships among exclusive clubs throughout Rancho Santa Fe, according to the membership director at the championship course.   Read more»

BUCKEYE, Ariz. (Dec. 11, 2007) – Banner Health’s plans for a regional hospital campus in the Southwest Valley took a significant step forward with the acquisition of 60 acres of land in Buckeye from DMB Associates, Inc. The hospital campus site is located north of I-10 and west of Verrado Way in the planned community of Verrado. The purchase price was not disclosed.   Read more»

Rock met the Blues when the Grammy Award winning band, Blues Traveler, took the stage at Verrado’s “Ultimate Porch Party,” part of the community’s third annual Founder’s Day celebration, Saturday, Nov. 3.   Read more»

The dedication of the Giving Tree, a 35-foot-high southern oak tree, in the community of Verrado on Tuesday, Oct 16, kicked off Relay For Life, the American Cancer Society’s signature event in Buckeye.   Read more»

If you're visiting Africa, wouldn't you want to safari in the Serengeti? Traveling in Australia, wouldn't you snorkel the Great Barrier Reef? Then if you live or are visiting the Valley, exploring the White Tank Mountains is an Arizona wonder you must not miss.   Read more»

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – On Sunday, Oct. 14, nearly 800 cyclists crowded Market Street at DC Ranch in north Scottsdale for the fourth annual Tour de Scottsdale – Building Trails, Building Families, a 70-mile bicycling event. The swarm of cyclists pedaled their way through five Valley cities including Scottsdale, Phoenix, Cave Creek, Carefree, and Fountain Hills before racing to the finish line at DC Ranch, to benefit two local charities, Rebuilding Together and the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy.   Read more»

On Sunday, Oct. 14 at 7:30 a.m., thousands of cyclists will strap on their helmets and line up their bikes for the fourth annual Tour de Scottsdale – Building Trails, Building Families, a 70-mile bicycling event staged on Market Street at DC Ranch that winds through five Valley cities including Scottsdale, Phoenix, Cave Creek, Carefree, and Fountain Hills.   Read more»

The Arizona home development, Marley Park, is designed to be a classically styled community celebrating the most valued characteristics of historic neighborhoods. Taking its cues from the area’s rich agrarian history, the community of Marley Park in emphasizes open spaces, shade trees and diverse and traditional architecture. For more information on Marley Park's hometown events.

Canyon Village, a new mixed-use development in Silverleaf, a luxury community within DC Ranch in north Scottsdale, topped out last week, and developer DMB Associates has announced Grazie Pizzeria Winebar will be the property’s first dining tenant.   Read more»