InFocus - Issue 127 - February 2021

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The #GoodInGoodyear

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CONGRATULATIONS!

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2020 Citizen of the Year Susan Sweeden

2020 Corporate Citizen of the Year Abrazo West Campus

Learn more about the Citizen and Corporate Citizen of the Year winners at goodyearaz.gov/YouTube.

Congratulations to the latest winners of the Mayor Select Art Program! Dozens of students from schools across the city submitted artwork for the bi-annual contest. Artwork is on display in a virtual exhibit now. To view the winning artwork, visit goodyearaz.gov/arts and click on Virtual Youth Arts Awards.

Honorable Mention Darrick Byrd, Best of Show winner

Zaina Usmani – 11th grade, Estrella Foothills Madelyn Waltho – 9th grade, Estrella Foothills Amineh Simone – 9th grade, Desert Edge

Jr. Division

3D/Multi Media

Photography/Digital Arts

Drawing/Painting

1st Place: Hayley Clarke – 7th grade, homeschool Runner Up: Avery Stewart – 7th grade, St. Thomas Aquinas 1st Place: Charlie Tyche – 9th grade, Desert Edge Runners Up: Jackson Wilkes – 9th grade, ASU Prep Academy; Savannah Shurtleff – 9th grade, Valor Prep

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(l to r): Brannon Hampton, Joe Pizzillo, Wally Campbell, Mayor Georgia Lord, Laura Kaino, Sheri Lauritano, and Vice Mayor Bill Stipp.

1st Place: Aubrey Cox – 12th grade, Estrella Foothills Runner Up: Austin Jauregui – 12th grade, Desert Edge Best of Show: Darrick Byrd – 12th grade, Desert Edge 1st Place: Manuel Aripre – 12th grade, Desert Edge Runner Up: Kayla Huynh – 11th grade, Desert Edge

GOODYEAR CITY COUNCIL CALENDAR Feb. 1

5 p.m.

Work Session

Feb. 8

5 p.m.

6 p.m.

Work Session Council Meeting

Feb. 22

5 p.m.

6 p.m.

Work Session Council Meeting

Meetings are subject to change. For the latest meeting information, visit goodyearaz.gov. Council meetings and work sessions are held at Goodyear Municipal Court and Council Chambers, 14455 W. Van Buren St., B101.

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From the Mayor The extraordinary weather we enjoy during the winter months makes our region the envy of the nation, and this year is no exception.

When others are bundled up against the elements, we are basking in the beauty of the great outdoors. Goodyear is fortunate to have many wonderful options for our Mayor residents and visitors to Georgia Lord enjoy, from our miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding to our golf courses and tennis and pickleball courts. Our lovely parks provide amenities such as ramadas for picnicking, great playground equipment for the little ones and well-maintained paths for a run or brisk walk for exercise. The possibilities are endless for fun activities outdoors at this time of year.

due to the pandemic. Our staff is working closely with Major League Baseball and the Cactus League to implement standards for fan safety, such as plans for physical distancing, the use of face coverings and routine cleaning of high-touch surfaces. With a capacity of more than 10,000 seats at our ballpark, there is plenty of room to enjoy a game while spaced appropriately apart from other fans.

We want our fans to be able to enjoy this great American pastime, and we look forward to welcoming you back to our ballpark to enjoy the total baseball experience — beautiful weather, good food and great games in a fun atmosphere. Some of my fondest memories with family and friends have been at a ball game. There’s just something about the feel of a crisp, sunny day, the smell of lush green grass, the view of the mountains under a bright blue sky, the sound of the crack of the bat and the taste of a juicy hotdog at Goodyear Ballpark. I hope you will make plans to join in on the fun!

One of the activities I always look forward to is spring training. There’s no doubt this season will look different

Council Corner As a proud Air Force wife, military and veterans issues are close to my heart. During my husband’s service, we were stationed at different bases across the world. We were proud to serve our country and excited to raise our children Councilmember Wally Campbell in new and exciting locations, including Okinawa, Japan. I will always cherish this experience, but I know firsthand the many challenges that military families face when stationed far from home.

These issues have been compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, and many service members and veterans are confronted by housing, transportation, health care, mental health and childcare barriers. Our military service members are strong and resilient, and the city of Goodyear is committed to supporting our local heroes to navigate and overcome these challenges.

An important resource that is available to our local service members is the Airman and Family Readiness Center at Luke Air Force Base. The center collaborates

with veteran organizations to offer resources in employment, education, family and social support, health care, housing and mental health. The city of Goodyear has created a website to help link our service members and veterans to available services, like the Family Readiness Center, and can be found at goodyearaz.gov/veterans.

My personal experience also inspired me to get involved at the local and national levels to support our military. I am honored to serve as the chair of the National League of Cities Military Community Council.

This group is comprised of local officials from cities across the country. We work together at the national level to collaborate and advocate for programs to support our service members and veterans.

Goodyear is proud to be the home of many active duty service members, veterans and their families.

I am committed to supporting these heroes by finding innovative solutions to ensure they are integrated into the fabric of our community. Our brave service members are steadfast in their duty, and the city of Goodyear is dedicated to supporting them.

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Getting Ready to Welcome Back Fans!

It’s been almost a year since COVID-19 hit the United States hard, abruptly canceling spring training. With a vaccine being introduced this year, there’s hope on the horizon that things like sporting events will help us return to some kind of normal.

The team at Goodyear Ballpark has spent the past year developing strategies to welcome our fans back as safely as possible. Here are some of the ways the team is keeping visitors safe: Achieving certification from HealthyVerify for the steps we have taken to reduce the risk of transmitting diseases to you, your family and our employees Increasing the number of hand sanitizer stations located throughout the park Installing touchless paper towel dispensers in the restrooms Reducing seating capacity and socially distancing pods of 2-6 seats

LIVE in Goodyear Cams LIVE in Goodyear provides live streaming images 24/7. During spring training, enjoy some of the excitement watching the cam positioned at the entrance of the ballpark.

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Providing ticketless entry, so the entire ticket transaction can be contactless Removing the parking fee, thus eliminating cash handling in the parking lots Relocating gates to help spread out fans entering and exiting the facility

Follow @goodyearbp on social media and visit goodyearbp.com for the latest updates and fan information.

Celebrating 12 Years of Spring Training Seasons 2009-2021 Feb. 25, 2009

March 22, 2017

Opening Day, Cleveland Indians inaugural season

Reds sellout crowd and new attendance record of 11,553

Cleveland Indians vs San Francisco Giants

Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs

March 21, 2009

March 27, 2017

First sellout crowd of 10,479

Indians sellout crowd and new attendance record of 11,624

Cleveland Indians vs Los Angeles Dodgers

Cleveland Indians vs Chicago Cubs

March 5, 2010 Opening Day, Cincinnati Reds inaugural season Cincinnati Reds vs Cleveland Indians

March 6, 2013 Reds play Team Canada in the World Baseball Classic

March 7, 2018 Lucky Cleveland fan wins a car during 3rd inning promotion, courtesy of Rodeo Kia!

Feb. 22, 2020 Ballpark debuts new video board

March 19, 2016 Goodyear Ballpark welcomes its 1,000,000th fan, Jean Wilson

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Special Election in Goodyear on March 9 Did you know there will be a special, all-mail election in March to consider proposed changes to the City Charter? Hopefully, you’ve seen information about the upcoming election on social media, in utility bills and in previous editions of InFocus. It’s important for every Goodyear resident to be informed about the proposed changes and to make their voice heard by voting in the election. Ballots will be mailed to registered voters beginning Feb. 10 and must be returned by March 9.

What is a city charter?

The city charter is like the city’s constitution. It outlines basic governing procedures and includes overarching principals, like the form of government and what the requirements are to be the mayor or a councilmember. It does not set tax rates and generally does not include administrative processes as the charter can only be changed by a vote of Goodyear citizens.

When was the charter adopted?

The city charter was originally adopted by voters in 1988. It has been amended numerous times since then including in 2019 to move to consolidated elections, however the last comprehensive review was in 2004. Most of the proposed city charter amendments on the 2021 ballot were recommended by the city of Goodyear Citizen Charter Review Ad-Hoc Committee. If approved, these would be permanent changes to the city charter.

What is the process for changing the charter?

In January 2020, the city council created the Ad-Hoc City Charter Review Committee to complete a comprehensive charter review to ensure consistency with language, best practices and policies. The committee was comprised of six Goodyear residents who met several times to thoroughly review each article. In September 2020, the committee made a number of recommendations to the city council, and in October 2020 the council voted to call for a special election for the public to consider the proposed changes.

Ballots will be mailed to registered voters beginning Feb. 10 and must be returned

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What changes are being proposed?

The mail-in only ballot will include 10 items to update various articles in the city charter, including these proposed changes.

Article II, Section 7 Electoral Districts; Establishment Proposed Change: Remove the provisions related to the establishment of electoral districts.

Impact: Currently council members are elected at-large, meaning all voters elect all six council seats. This would remove the automatic transition to electoral districts based upon reaching a population 150,000 and instead allows the matter to be considered every ten years through the formation of a Citizen Charter Review Committee.

Article II, Section 11 Salaries of Mayor and Councilmembers Proposed Change: Establish a Council Compensation Committee and change the method for adjusting council compensation.

Impact: This change would establish a Council Compensation Committee to review and recommend compensation for the city council. Council may approve the Committee’s recommendation if it is an increase or decrease of less than 5.1%.

If the Committee’s recommendation is an increase or decrease of more than 5.1%, it would be referred to the voters. Any change that is approved by the council becomes effective for all councilmembers on July 1. Any change that goes to a vote of the public will be effective after the canvas of vote is adopted by council. Currently, changes go into effect at different times due to staggered councilmember terms.

Article II, Section 12 Council to be Judge of Qualifications of its Members Proposed Change: Incorporate the authority to remove councilmembers for misconduct in office.

Impact: Currently, the only method for removing a councilmember is through a recall election, and this change would allow for a process to remove a councilmember for misconduct if five other councilmembers vote to remove them.

Article II, Section 13 Induction of Mayor and Council into Office Proposed Change: Provide dates of induction into office.

Impact: This change would establish Jan. 1 as the beginning of the terms for the mayor and councilmembers. Currently, the charter does not specify an actual date except that it be after the vote has been canvassed or certified.

Article II, Section 15 Vacancies of the Office of the Mayor and Council

Proposed Change: In the event of a vacancy, the mayor and/or vice mayor would be selected from the members of council for the remainder of the term.

Impact: This will allow the council to select one of the remaining councilmembers to serve as mayor for the remainder of the term, and if they choose the vice mayor to become the mayor, then another councilmember could be selected to fill the vice mayor position.

Article XIII, Section 8 City Charter Review Proposed Change: Require the city council to consider the appointment of a Charter Review Committee at least every 10 years.

Impact: Encourage a review of the entire city charter at least every 10 years by a Citizen Charter Review Committee comprised of city residents.

For more information, visit goodyearaz.gov/elections or email gyclerk@goodyearaz.gov

Hands-Free for Ticket-Free

The city is rapidly growing, and we hope that sharing frequently asked questions will help everyone from new residents to those who have lived here for years have a better understanding of the city we get to call home.

Why do the left turn arrows at some of the city’s major traffic lights not always activate?

There are a few factors that can affect left turn arrows.

In Goodyear, traffic signals are controlled by sensors that can tell if vehicles are approaching or waiting at an intersection. The sensors adjust the signal timing according to traffic conditions and may not trigger a left turn arrow under certain circumstances in order to maximize traffic flow.

If a vehicle approaching the intersection does not trigger the sensor within a given time period, there will not be a left turn arrow for that cycle. Goodyear employees conduct routine maintenance and adjustments on the signals throughout the year as traffic demands change or issues surface.

Other things that affect signal coordination are intermittent disruptions, such as emergency vehicles. The normal signal cycle will take a few cycles to return, so it’s likely that your green light or arrow will be shortened after an emergency vehicle has gone through the intersection.

Illegal:

Making or answering a call Reading or sending messages Holding or supporting a device with your body

Legal:

Hands-free device GPS navigation Calling 911 during an emergency

For more information, visit azdps.gov/handsfree.

Be safe on the road! It is illegal to use an electronic device that

is not in hands-free mode while driving. House Bill 2318, which bans the use of hand-held mobile devices, was passed in April 2019 after Salt River Police Officer Clayton Townsend was killed by a distracted driver. There was an initial grace period in which offenders were given a warning and educated. Now, officers are able to issue tickets for the offense. The first violation will cost $75-$149 and subsequent violations will incur a $150 - $250 fine.

“The Goodyear Police Department Traffic Unit is dedicated to the safety of the roadways in Goodyear and will focus enforcement on distracted driving, which can lead to serious injury or death,” said Sgt. Bayer with the Goodyear Traffic Unit.

“Keep in mind that using an electronic device that is not in hands-free mode is a primary offense, meaning that officers can conduct a traffic stop if they observe this violation. If that text message or call can’t wait, please find a safe location to pull off the road before responding.”

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RUNNING SOLE-LO STILL IN THE SQUAD How It Works 1) Register to run/walk the virtual 5K or 1 Mile.

2) Download the RaceJoy app and track your results by using your digital bib.

3) Pick up your runner’s packet at Goodyear Community Park.

4) Run/walk the distance on your own, on a course of your choosing, then submit your time to be added to the Heart & Sole leaderboard.

5) Post a picture of your run to Facebook or Instagram using #solesquad.

Special Goodyear 75th Anniversary Swag To celebrate the city of Goodyear turning 75, we are rewarding the first 75 registered runners with special swag! Swag includes a commemorative runner’s medal and branded aluminum water bottle.

Race Packet Pick-Up A drive-thru packet pick up will take place on Fridays from Jan. 29 to March 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Goodyear Community Park, 3151 N. Litchfield Rd. To prevent long lines, we are asking that you reserve your pick-up date and time during registration.

Submitting Results Results can be submitted any time between Feb. 1-28, 2021. There are three ways to submit. If you enable text messaging when you sign up, you will be able to submit your time via text. You can also submit online by logging into your RunSignUp account.

Lastly, you can submit results on the RaceJoy app.

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Runner’s Packet Even though this year’s race is tracked virtually, runners will still receive swag!

Registration includes the race, a long sleeve race shirt, a “Finisher” medal, Heart & Sole cinch bag, racing bib and an online finisher certificate. Size and quantities are limited; register early to reserve your packet while supplies last!

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Goodyear Recreation Campus Opening Summer 2021!

Here’s What You Need to Know.

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Recreation Campus Amenities Goodyear’s first-ever recreation campus features a 30-acre park and 48,000-squarefoot recreation center including an aquatics facility. Located at Estrella Parkway and Harrison Street, residents will enjoy amenities including sports fields and courts, large outdoor gathering space, indoor multipurpose rooms, indoor walking track overlooking a large gynmasium, fitness areas and much more.

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Don’t Miss Out - Purchase Your Pass Early!

Day passes, punch passes, monthly passes, semi-annual passes and annual passes will be available in early 2021. Only one pass is necessary to enjoy the entire facility; there is no separate fee for the aquatics facility. Passes purchased prior to May 1 will receive an additional grand opening prize.

New Campus, New Recreation Software Say goodbye to processesing fees!

Fusion, the new recreation software launching in early 2021, will simplify your experience and eliminate processing fees. Existing user data will transfer to the new system. Download the Fusion app and access your profile to verify your information.

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Need a Summer Job? We’re Hiring!

Sports Recreation Leader The Sports Recreation Leader is responsible for field setup and patron and player safety, and serves as an on-site customer service liason during practice and game day. Working nights and weekends is required.

Summer Recreation Leader The Summer Recreation Leader leads and creates games, activities and arts and crafts for school-age children in a fun and safe environment. Summer Recreation Leaders must be available throughout the summer and able to work up to 40 hours per week.

Apply online at goodyearaz.gov/jobs Volunteer Opportunity!

Junior Lifeguard Program The Junior Guard program is an introduction to lifeguarding for those between the ages of 13-15. Participants will learn basic job duties, as well as how to do water rescues and teach swim lessons. Those who successfully complete the course will be given opportunities to volunteer at the Goodyear Aquatics Center or Loma Linda Pool during the summer. For more information, visit goodyearaz.gov/aquatics.

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Lifeguard Lifeguards are responsible for providing a safe environment at the pool by monitoring swimmers, enforcing rules, responding to emergencies and providing first aid when necessary. Seasonal and year-round opportunities are available.

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ADULT SPORTS

Sand Volleyball

Spring Volleyball registration and program dates are subject to change based on the impacts of COVID-19. To view the most up-to-date information, visit goodyearaz.gov/rec.

Recreational Sand Volleyball league provides team concepts and fundamentals in an atmosphere where you can be with friends and meet new ones. This league is designed for new and experienced players to the sport, as well as those who have control of their passing and serving techniques.

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League divisions are based on the child’s age. Playing up is allowed only when the player is within one year of the age division. Each participant’s age is determined by March 20.

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Registration is scheduled through February or until filled. Games are tentatively scheduled to take place March through May at Goodyear Community Park and Falcon Park.

Games: Saturdays between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Cost: $90 ($110 NR)

You Game?

Play along with other local gamers as we play some of the most popular video games across multiple platforms. Access the stream via YouTube and play for prizes including Amazon gift cards and vouchers to local restaurants.

Play games like Fortnite, MarioKart, Roblox, Minecraft and more! You might even catch yourself on stream.

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ADULT SPORTS Adult softball registration and program dates are subject to change based on the impacts of COVID-19. To view the most up-to-date information, visit goodyearaz.gov/rec.

Goodyear’s Adult Softball program offers an excellent recreational opportunity for adults. Emphasis is placed on healthy competition in a recreational atmosphere. Leagues play a doubleheader, 14-game schedule with a season-ending single elimination tournament.

Sunday Coed League: March 21-May 23 Wednesday Men’s League: March 24-May 12 Thursday Men’s League: March 25-May 13 Friday Coed League: March 26-May 14 Returning Team Registration: February 22-28 Open Registration: March 1-19 or until full Location: Goodyear Community Park Softball Fields, 3151 N. Litchfield Rd. Cost: $475 ($575 NR)

Adult League Free Agent List Don’t have a team and would like to play? This referral system allows individuals to register as a free agent.

Each season, the list will be distributed to the team managers and throughout the season upon request.

Please note that this is only a referral service and does not guarantee individual placement on a team.

Registration can be completed over the phone at 623-882-7525, online at goodyearaz.gov/ register or in-person at the Goodyear Recreation Office, 3075 N. Litchfield Rd.

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Preschool Program registration and program dates are subject to change based on the impacts of COVID-19. To view the most up-to-date information, visit goodyearaz.gov/rec.

Bright Beginnings Preschool Program (3-5 yrs) Meet new friends for a morning of fun activities! This program is designed for children along with their caregiver. Each week has a new theme to explore through songs, books, games, crafts and free play.

Interested in registering for any of the programs you see on this page? View session dates, times and register online at goodyearaz.gov/register.

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Preschool Programs

Kindergarten Readiness Program (4-6 yrs) Participants will be involved in activities including letter and number recognition, shapes, colors, seasons and other preschool principles. Exercise, arts and crafts, story time, safety, games and songs will be part of the curriculum. Children must be potty trained.

View session dates, times, cost and registration information at goodyearaz.gov/rec.

Bravo Dance Family

Creative Dance (3 yrs+) Young dancers use creative movement, games and imagery to develop basic skills in gross motor and fine motor skills as a basis for their dance foundation in Ballet, Tumbling and Tap. Jazz/Hip Hop (4-5 yrs) Young dancers learn basic class etiquette and skills in a fun, upbeat style of jazz and hip-hop.

Ballet/Tumble (4-5 yrs) Young dancers learn basic class etiquette and skills in a fun, upbeat style of ballet and tumble.

Stage Door Youth Theatre Theatre Beginning Performance (7-16 yrs) In this class, participants will put on a full musical in just nine days!

Classes will be filled with new theater skills including improvisation, puppets, singing, dancing and rehearsing. The final show will be presented on the last day of class.

Theatre Company Performance (10-17 yrs) Are you an experienced theatre performer looking for your next musical performance? Students will audition, memorize, sing and dance their way to the final performance, as well as make and incorporate technical elements like props, costumes, sound and scenery.

Estrella Gymnastics

Steppin’ Out Performing Arts

Intro to Gymnastics & Ninja Warrior (5-11 yrs) Students have the chance to experience both the grace of gymnastics and strength of ninja warrior, and will practice tumbling on the gymnastics equipment, warped walls and obstacles.

We Can Dance & Tumble Two (Parent/Tot) (2-3 yrs) This is the perfect class for your child to begin their tap and ballet education. The emphasis is on creative movement, music and basic ballet and tap techniques. This is a fun-filled class full of music, props and meeting new friends.

JuiceBox Dance Academy Tiny Tappers & Ballerinas (3-5 yrs) Tiny dancers get introduced to the basics of dance and music while working on building classroom skills such as following directions, listening and waiting turns. Dancers begin with ballet slippers first and switch to tap shoes for the second part of class.

Preschool Acrobatics (4-6 yrs) This program is based on safe and effective progressions with proven results in flexibility, strength, balancing, limbering and tumbling. Dancers will practice body balance, flexibility strategies, body strength, front and back rolls, log rolls and somersaults.

Teen Hip Hop (12-18 yrs) This class will teach the basic fundamentals of musicality, choreography, terms and more. Students will learn body control and will continue to work on movements all while having fun.

Ballet/Tap Combo (3-5 yrs) This is the perfect class for your child to begin their tap and ballet education. The emphasis on creative movement, music and basic ballet and tap techniques. This is a fun-filled class full of music, props and meeting new friends.

Cheer Hip Hop (7+ yrs) In this high-energy class, students will learn cheer basics such as arms, jumps and kicks. Students will also learn hip-hop dance styles and tricks. Students can wear any type of comfortable clothing that they can move easily in. Dancers can wear any type of dance shoes, tennis shoes or bare feet. Bring a water bottle.

Special Interest registration and program dates are subject to change based on the impacts of COVID-19. To view the most up-to-date information, visit goodyearaz.gov/rec.

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2021 Virtual Lecture Series

Topics cover a variety of arts and cultural aspects and will highlight the city’s 75th Anniversary.

Speakers include local artists, artisans, performaning artists and humanities scholars who help shape art in the Valley.

Goodyear Arts and Culture Commission February 23 - Chukes, Sculptor and Painter

Chukes creates his works with overemphasis on certain body parts such as necks, hands and arms. He also incorporates color, which gives his sculptures a rich, smooth texture and surreal identity.

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Youth Classes

Bode Tennis

Anchor Point Archery (8+ yrs)

Green Ball (9-11 yrs) Green Ball continues to build upon tennis-specific movement.

Control of power, spin and placement are more heavily emphasized as players begin to grow into their own styles of play.

Students will be taught the rules of the archery range, including safety at all times. Archers will learn what equipment is being used and how to use it. Students will observe the shooting and arrow retrieval process, followed by practicing to shoot in a safe environment. Students will also enjoy a fun balloon shoot on the last day of class.

Orange Ball (7-9 yrs) Orange Ball expands into every aspect of the game. It begins to cover tennis-specific movement, agility, balance, coordination, speed, strength and advanced tossing/throwing/catching activities.

Cross Lifeline Emergency Training (10-16 yrs)

4 Sport Multi-Sport This four-sport program includes multiple weeks of soccer, baseball/softball, basketball and track.

Childcare & Babysitting Safety This class focuses on being responsible for a child’s safety and well-being. Participants will learn safety in the home, handwashing, diapering and feeding infants and children, as well as what to do in an emergency. Students will receive a Childcare & Babysitting Safety workbook and certification card vaild for two years. Class is four hours; please bring a sack lunch.

Soccer Skills Training This weekly class will teach kids by offering activities such as dribbling, kicking, throw-ins, goalie skills, scrimmaging and more!

Goodyear Soccer Club (4-12 yrs)

Beginners’ Edge Sports Training (1.5+ yrs)

Challenger Sports (2-6 yrs) Tiny Tykes Youth Soccer Enjoy an exciting child development program delivered through youth soccer. Professional coaches will ensure your child has a positive soccer experience. goodyearaz.gov/InFocus

Goodyear Soccer Club works specifically on player development and fundamental functions including basic game knowledge, individual player conditioning, ball control and skills training.

Special Interest registration and program dates are subject to change based on the impacts of COVID-19. To view the most up-to-date information, visit goodyearaz.gov/rec.

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Adult Classes Bode Tennis (16+ yrs) Adult Drills Focus on being a smarter player through drills and situational game play by hitting live balls. Fun is guaranteed!

Cross Lifeline Emergency Training (16+ yrs) AED, CPR and First Aid This class provides certification in automated external defibrillator (AED), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for adults, children and infants and first aid. Topics include legal considerations, personal safety, control of bleeding, what to do for burns, poisonings, severe allergic reactions, seizures, strokes and cardiac arrest.

Certification is awarded for two years upon successful completion of written quiz and hands-on demonstration. This is a great class for everyone, especially those in education, childcare, assisted living, residential group homes, etc.

Find out why Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in America at the Goodyear Community Park courts. Instructors are rated 5.0.

Please bring a paddle if you have one; paddles can be provided if needed.

Interested in a program?

View session dates, times, cost and registration information at goodyearaz.gov/rec.

Sunday, February 21 at 1 p.m. goodyearaz.gov/events From plays such as Romeo & Juliet, As You Like It, Macbeth, Taming of the Shrew, and many more, come enjoy a Shakespearean community theatrical performance through monologues, duologues and sonnets.

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Goodyear Branch Library mcldaz.org/goodyear or call 602-652-3000 Curbside Pickup App

Curbside pickup is now on your schedule.

No more rushing to the library during a limited time frame or wating in a long line!

Your items will be checked out and waiting for you at a time that is convenient for your schedule. Download the free myLIBRO app, or visit mcldaz.org to schedule your pickup online. For pickup over the phone, call (602) 652-3000.

Jackbox Party with the Teen Leadership Club Are you a teen looking to get involved in your community? Join the Teen Leadership Club and help plan programs, have your voice heard and have fun with other teens at the library. We play Jackbox Party at the end of each virtual meeting. Contact jeffreyhowick@mcldaz.org for an application today.

Learn to Play Virtual Dungeons & Dragons

Cool Careers Explore fun and interesting jobs and learn what it takes to be a ballet dancer, eSports coach or jousting knight. Watch our monthly interview series on Facebook and explore your own passions and career goals.

Looking for adventure? Build teamwork, creativity and stories together in this thrilling virtual program. Join our party and race against a coming storm to restore the beacon of an abandoned and possibly haunted lighthouse before disaster strikes. For more details or to request a spot, email jeffreyhowick@mcldaz.org.

Monthly Take and Make Crafts Each month, pick up supplies and instructions for a new craft to make at home! Crafts are in limited supply; please call the library for additional details and availability.

Goodyear Public Library • 14455 W. Van Buren St., Suite C101

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What’s That in Goodyear?

Soda Bomb

633 S. Estrella Pkwy., Ste. 15 Now Open!

Cabana Encanto Greenlight Communities

2323 N. 150th Dr. Anticipated Opening: Winter 2021

Filibertos

891 S. Cotton Ln. Anticipated Opening: February 2021

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16990 W. Yuma Rd. Anticipated Opening: February 2021

To learn more about the businesses coming to Goodyear, or if you’re a new business in Goodyear, visit developgoodyearaz.com.

A Box of Modern History The new time capsule will capture key aspects of the community and current pop culture and represent our shared values so future generations may reflect on our growing and prosperous city. It won’t be opened until the city’s 100th anniversary in 2046. What should be placed into the time capsule? Submit your ideas at goodyearaz.gov/75.

City offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 15 in observance of Presidents’ Day.

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There WILL BE trash, recycling and bulk pickup.

GoodyearCares is a resource for Goodyear residents impacted by COVID-19. To to get information on utility and rental assistance and other available programs, visit goodyearaz.gov/help, call 623-882-7801, or email goodyearcares@goodyearaz.gov.

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