Former New Tradition Team Sun City Anthem Candidate Sadly Succumbs to Cancer

Former New Tradition Team Candidate

Bill Odelson

Loses Battle with Cancer

It is with the deepest sadness that we have been informed of the passing of a GOOD MAN...a WONDERFUL MAN...an UNSELFISH MAN, a GIVING MAN...an HONEST MAN, and a true gentleman,  Bill Odelson.

Bill represented The New Tradition Team candidates in the 2019 Sun City Anthem Board of Directors election, and in his relatively short time in Sun City Anthem, "stepped up" for one reason...

...to make Sun City Anthem a better place through his vast years of successful business experience.

He loved playing tennis as a member of the Sun City Anthem Tennis Club, (was great at it), and when not working...yes, he worked full-time while running for a Board position, was also involved with the association Horse Racing Club.

A Drill Sargent training those who would see Viet Nam combat, he was also a member of the Veterans Club.

But Bill was special...and what made him so ....

...he was a "team player"; a man who believed all people had a good side to them, and that kindness and competence went hand in hand.

I got to know Bill fairly well when he decided to run for the Sun City Anthem Board, and always looked at him as the "calming force of reason" when it came to The New Tradition Team.

Those who got to know him realized that there wasn't a selfish bone in his body!

And....those types don't exist very often!

Our condolences go out to his wife, Susan, who supported him in every way.

Bill Odelson will be missed by those who were fortunate to know him.

Sun City Anthem lost a VERY GOOD MAN.

Did you know Bill?  Want to share your thoughts?

Send them to us at:

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December 16, 2019 at 5:08 AM

From Matt Horween...to...Anthem Opinions

Marilyn and I are deeply saddened about Bill's passing.

It is hard to understand.

December 16, 2019 at 5:09 AM

From Marty Greenblatt...to...Anthem Opinions

Bill was a dear friend and in so many ways a prince among men.

I appreciate this moving tribute to his blessed memory.

December 16, 2019 at 5:09 AM

From Former Sun City Anthem Board Director Jim Mayfield...to...Anthem Opinions

Prayers are with Bill and his family.

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   December 16, 2019 at 8:20 AM

   From Liz & Bill Breier...to...Anthem Opinions
   
   We are saddened by this awful news. Our sincere condolences to Susan and the family. 
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      December 16, 2019 at 9:39 AM

      From Rana Goodman...Sun City Anthem Board Director...to...Anthem Opinions
      
      Dick,
      
      Thank you for posting the lovely tribute to Bill O.
      
      He was, as you said, one of the nicest men I have ever met.
      
      After the election, he never hesitated, even after his learning of his illness, to tell both Karen Hadrick and myself, who ran with him for a board seat, to call on him if we ever needed help with anything.
      
      Dan and I send our heartfelt condolences to his wife Susan.
      
      She too is a warm, lovely lady we are glad to call a friend.
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      December 16, 2019 at 9:41 AM

      From Barry & Sherry Goldstein...to...Anthem Opinions
      
      Bill was a positive influence and an asset to the people in our community.
      
      He will be missed by all who knew him.
      
      Our thoughts and prayers are with Susan and family.

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   An Anthem Opinions Statement

Who Are We and What Do We Stand For !

(Part Two of Two)

We are of the Reagan belief:

Perhaps the most destructive and weakest element of the "insecure bureaucrat" is refusing to look to those whose life experience far exceeds their own, prior to making a decision....more than often resulting in adverse effects.

We at Anthem Opinions believe that YOU NEED TO KNOW for one reason...

...so you can judge success or failure on the basis of actions, not words filled with false promises that might have a negative effect on your lifestyle.

Have we been wrong not to bring to your attention or would you prefer not know?...

Tax problems resulting from improper accounting?

Accepting The Liberty Center "as is" without independent inspection that resulted in horrific losses to Sun City Anthem when built?

The total picture of Liberty Center repair costs...not merely a settlement that ignored association assessment increases that were imposed...that were conveniently ignored by others to HIDE the REAL LOSSES that occurred?

The fact of the highest paid COO in the entire state of Nevada, along with incomes of the top 5 individuals in management that account for in excess of $1 million EACH YEAR ?

A Chief Financial Officer that is not a CPA, is paid $180,000 per year, yet obtained a degree online?

The hidden "deals" behind 5 restaurant failures that included improper vetting by KNOWINGLY allowing one former tenant to be acceptable despite a criminal record for having robbed 8 Las Vegas banks, or that 2 loans made to another former tenant that totaled $40,000 were neither repaid, but instead were forgiven?

A former removal election that was fraught with questionable activity costing our association $85,000, when prior to that expenditure, all elections were handled by volunteers at minimal cost....yet blaming others for decisions only a Board could make ?

Hiring a full-time a $40,000 per year employee to do nothing but canvas neighborhoods writing thousands of senseless citations? 

How individual Board members vote and how that compares to their original campaign promises ?

The recent Anthem Council unexplained additional costs?

These are merely a few of the substantial matters that have been brought to your attention... 

...issues and questions that are NEVER disclosed elsewhere...either by a Board, any official publications, or a biased "insecure bureaucrat" who defends a "machine" at all costs !

Just how do you solve problems unless they are first identified ???

They certainly don't just "go away"...they magnify if not acknowledged, confronted, and solved intelligently.

What is perhaps the most ludicrous criticism is looking at Anthem Opinions as a competitor of another blogger !  

We find that comparison not only erroneous, but insulting.

Ever ask yourself...

Why was Anthem Opinions welcomed to contribute to two Sun City Anthem Darcy Spears, Channel 13 "Hall of Shame" reports for exposing the problems hidden by many ?

Do you really believe that a major television station's top Investigative Reporter would not fully research facts prior to well documented broadcasts?

And if you still question our honesty or intentions, perhaps the greatest concern regarding those reports was ...

Why did those who created the problems WE EXPOSED, refuse to be interviewed by Darcy Spears ?

They had every opportunity; we encouraged Channel 13 to do so, but THEY REFUSED !

As of November 30th, we have now 2,400 current  subscribers to our publication and by the end of 2019, will cross the 3,000,000 mark in total "hits" since we commenced operations in November, 2012.

We now average in excess of 38,000 visits per month, normally publishing two articles each day, five days per week.

And...we couldn't accomplish that without those who do appreciate our information, quality, and restrictions to provide professionalism to journalism.

That's who we are, have been for six years, and will continue on that path as long as time, health, and desire permits us to do so.

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We'd rather stick to our mission...having fun, and being truthful, bringing you information covering a number of avenues...to make your life a pleasureful experience.

Thank you to all our valued and APPRECIATED readers.

redlexDecember 3, 2019 at 9:44 AM

This is a very well defined mission statement that clearly differentiates Anthem Opinions from a certain other blog. Thanks for all of your time and effort in assuring that alternative points of view are presented, as opposed to blindly parroting the management party line.

Peter BrownDecember 3, 2019 at 5:38 PM

Mr. Arendt,

I agree with your 6 reasons all of us "old farts" are here.
Further, I agree competence is essential in all aspects of life;
Yes, there have been lapses in competence and common sense in this community as I see it as a new resident.
The one comment previously some unnamed "other" blogger blindly follows the management of SCA (Sandy S.)....I don't know if that is true at this point.....but I would suggest this gentleman identifies himself so there are no hidden agendas or anonymous postings suggesting negative thoughts.
Finally...I hope there is a 3rd installment that provides the resolution to this situation.

1. The Weather
2. Low Taxes
3. Fabulous Entertainment
4. Gambling
5. Reasonably priced dining
6. A stress free lifestyle in our final days
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requires proper competent governance, competent resident friendly management, competent resident oriented legal advice, and competent frugal spending.
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Thanks for all of your time and effort in assuring that alternative points of view are presented, as opposed to blindly parroting the management party line.

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An Anthem Opinions Statement
Who Are We and What Do We Stand For !
(Part One of Two)

As we wind down the final chapter of the second decade of the 21st century, Anthem Opinions has become the #1 read independent blog in the Anthem Communities.

We make that statement not to boast, but instead, to merely say "thanks", because without you, our readers, that could never have been accomplished.

The purpose of this article is to clarify who we are, what we do, and why we do it !

First and foremost, our mission as demonstrated on our Welcome Page, states:

"a community communication device that will provide you information, ask your opinions, and hopefully entertain you."

...and we do our best to accomplish that objective.

When many of us arrived in Sun City Anthem, the idea of "fun" in our opinion included NUMEROUS ACTIVITIES that were not a part of our association.

As a result, our mission was simple: Enjoy a new retirement lifestyle!

Why did many of us come to Las Vegas?

Likely for one, if not all, of these reasons:

1. The Weather

2. Low Taxes

3. Fabulous Entertainment

4. Gambling

5. Reasonably priced dining

6. A stress free lifestyle in our final days

We chose a community whose location was hoped to allow us to accomplish much of the above.

It also meant that all interests of participants and nonparticipants in community affairs should be included in financial decisions by governance and management, not solely one element or the other.

Anthem Opinions is a proud member of the "independent" group...likely the greatest number of residents....as evidenced by the small numbers that participate in the many activities available, and our interests are rarely represented.

Therein lies the differences !

Anthem Opinions is NOT a complaining blog, but it is complained about by  some who find it impossible to survive in an environment that is not organized and controlled...and...in so many cases, "can't handle the truth" when it comes to opening up their eyes to their surroundings.

Our contribution to community service to you is this "independent" publication, and the hours it takes to compose and publish it without seeking personal recognition OF ANY KIND.

Those hours also include recruiting others to assist us in bringing "fun" and other items to your attention that include:

Local & Strip Weekly Entertainment

Local Free Dennis Bono Show Weekly Guest Lists

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Latest Valley Dining Specials...Specials that cost you only the price of the food...not a ridiculous cost to you for merely the opportunity to attend  a restaurant !

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Gardening

Personal Safety

Sports News

Local News that has a direct affect on your life

and finally...

Nevada Know How to tell you what is going on politically that will affect your lifestyle and pocketbook

At the same time, in order to enjoy the above, it's hoped that when one goes home at night, all will be well; people will care for one another; and since we all pay assessments to enjoy this neighborhood, one would hope that those who choose to involve themselves in committees or run for Board positions, will do so with the good of the community homeowners in mind....and with competence and intelligence to fulfill their duties.

It's the last part that causes Anthem Opinions to examine certain issues...

"the good of the community"

To accomplish that final piece of the retirement puzzle requires proper competent governance, competent resident friendly management, competent resident oriented legal advice, and competent frugal spending.

Note the one word that is included in all cases:

Competent

We are at times are criticized for being "troublemakers", that we "rock the boat" when we infrequently enter the world of Sun City Anthem policies and leadership...

...but...

...when those occasions arise, in the overwhelming number of cases, we bring concerning information to you for one reason:

You deserve it !  You need to know the inner workings of an association that you chose to contribute your retirement income to preserve.

The paradox is that those who criticize the loudest are those whose secretive ways have all to often resulted in harm to Sun City Anthem.

The TRUTH embarrasses them, and rather than respond to valid questions by many; they all too often, either ignore them, make excuses, or criticize the individual for even asking the questions !

In our opinion, that is WRONG !

And sadly, in so many cases, the owners have allowed them to consider that "appropriate" behavior.

We DO NOT !

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