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omeowners must sign up for solar and have an APS Solar Reservation approved by APS by end of day September 30 in order to receive and be grandfathered in to the current cash price for solar system production exported to the grid. Homeowners who go solar after the September 30th deadline will receive a substantially lower cash credit.

A typical rooftop solar system produces a large surplus of power in the Arizona spring months when we have abundant sunshine but little or no need for air conditioning. This power is sold to APS at the price set by the ACC and the cash credit is added to the customer’s account.

For systems that are designed to produce the same power per year as the homeowner consumes per year (1:1 ratio), the homeowner will sell 50% to 60% of their solar production back to APS, which creates a cash credit that will be used to pay APS for the additional kWh’s needed in the summer months when the system is producing a deficit amount of the power needed. This ends up being thousands of kWhs sold every year and so the price per unit is very important. The less homeowners get paid from APS, the less cash credit their spring production will generate and the more the homeowner will have to come out of pocket to cover the summer bills.

With the exception of 2020 when the ACC voted to postpone the price drop to October 2021 due to the pandemic, the price APS pays the customer for their credits has been dropping yearly since 2017 when the ACC approved ending Net Metering and replacing it with a form of Net Billing, known as RCP. Prior to 2017, customers who installed solar were grandfathered into Net Metering, which provided homeowners a 1:1 kWh credit, which meant they are getting full price for their production as compared to what they were being charged. A system designed to

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produce 100% of the customer’s usage would leave them with a $20 remaining bill for APS fees and other taxes.

Since September 2017, homeowners have been getting grandfathered into the RCP program and their credit is based on the price that APS is required to pay in the year that they sign up. In 2017/18 that price was 12.9 cents. In 2018/19 it was lowered to 11.6 cents and then dropped again in 2019/20 to 10.45 cents where it is today and will be until September 30.

At the current buyback rate a homeowner that has a 1:1 or 100% usage to production design will experience a $40 to $80 average remaining APS bill depending on system size. This has increased from the $20 per month under Net Metering and will increase again for customers that go solar after September 30.

The good news about RCP is that, unlike Net Metering, homeowners can reduce their annual APS net bill to $0 per year by increasing the number of panels to produce enough additional cash to cover the APS differential in prices, fees and other taxes. Once the buyback rate drops in October it will take more panels to get the net to zero.

There is very little, but enough time left, to get a solar system custom designed for your home and have the APS reservation submitted and approved before the deadline.

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Pilot Program Closes Nearby Trails During Extreme Heat to Protect Public, First Responders

By District 3 Councilwoman Debra Stark THE PHOENIX PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD RECENTLY APPROVED ADJUSTING HOURS FOR TRAILS ON CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN AND PIESTEWA PEAK WHEN THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ISSUES AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH. On those days, access to Camelback and Piestewa trails will be closed from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the duration of the pilot program until September 30.

This move is reasonable and prioritizes safety for the public and our first responders. No doubt, our Phoenix Mountain Preserves are beautiful and one of our city’s best assets. But when we experience extreme temperatures, it can be downright dangerous for anyone to be on the trails.

The heat can affect even experienced hikers and firefighters skilled in tactical rescues.

Firefighters are called to rescue people off mountains not only because of heat-related illness, but also for broken ankles, bee attacks, for someone off trail, and more.

Regardless of the reason for the rescue, our firefighters are still ascending those mountains wearing 40 pounds of gear, on challenging terrain, and in extreme temperatures.

is not enough. Some have asked why we don’t simply notify the public that help won’t be available if one chooses to hike at their own risk. This is contrary to the mission our first responders uphold daily.

Our firefighters will always respond when called for help—but performing these rescues puts them in unnecessary danger.

It is troubling that on June 16, when temperatures reached 116 degrees, 12 of our firefighters had to be sent home after experiencing heat-related illness, and two firefighters were hospitalized with acute renal failure after performing multiple mountain rescues.

Additionally, these rescues are costly and taxing on our resources considering the number of firefighters required, the time it takes, and the amount of equipment needed to perform the task.

During a recent Parks and Recreation Board meeting, the Phoenix Fire Department presented that a rescue may cost about $7,000 and about $12,000 when a helicopter is needed.

According to the Phoenix Fire Department, most mountain rescues are performed on Camelback and Piestewa— some of the most vertical and difficult terrain in Phoenix. Posting warning signs

This is not a full closure of Camelback and Piestewa trails—this pilot program

simply adjusts the hours on these two mountains to help protect our residents, visitors and firefighters.

Those who do wish to enjoy our beautiful trails—any time of the year—should follow common-sense hiking guidelines such as being aware of the temperature, dressing appropriately, wearing proper shoes, applying sunscreen, carrying a fully charged mobile phone, letting someone know when you plan to finish your hike, and staying on trails. For more information, visit phoenix.gov/parks.

Phoenix Film Festival on the Big Screen August 12-22 THE 21ST ANNUAL PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL WILL RUN FROM THURSDAY, AUGUST 12 TO SUNDAY, AUGUST 22 AT HARKINS SCOTTSDALE 101 THEATRE. The Phoenix Film Festival started in 2000 by three local

filmmakers as a way to get their films some exposure in their hometown. Twenty-one years and thousands of movies later, the Phoenix Film Foundation has grown from a three-day exhibition to an 11-day celebration of film with over 300 films, filmmaking seminars, parties and student workshops for over 27,000 attendees all at the Harkins Scottsdale 101.

The Phoenix Film Festival has been named one of The 25 Coolest Film Festivals and a Top 50 Worth the Entry Fee by MovieMaker Magazine and has been called the most filmmaker-friendly festival out there, according to the festival.

The Phoenix Film Festival has announced its opening night film with Apple Original Films’ “CODA” that will be showcased on Thursday, August 12. The film was the first in Sundance Film Festival history to win all top prizes in the U.S. Dramatic Competition category.

Amazon Studios’ “EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE” is the closing show.

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The 411: Local News You Can Use The latest from North 32nd THE SUMMER IS HOT AND SO IS THIS LOCAL NEWS THAT IS FRESH OFF THE PRESSES. LOCAL HARKINS SLATED TO CLOSE In late July, it was confirmed that the Harkins Theatres North Valley 16, located at 3420 East Bell Road, will be closing later this year. Details on what will takes its place and an exact closing date are still in the works.

PHASE ONE OF PARADISE VALLEY MALL REDEVELOPMENT BEGINS Phase one of the Paradise Valley Mall redevelopment by RED Development has officially started with demolition now underway. The first phase includes the demolition of Sears, Macy’s and other portions of the mall. The demo, which will take place in one single phase, will continue through the rest of the year with construction expected to begin this fall on Whole Foods along with the residential multi-family units and retail spaces.

After the demo is complete, infrastructure and new roadways will be created throughout the site for the new building pads. While the majority of the mall is now closed, JC Penney and Costco remain open.

Visit reddevelopment.com/paradise-valley-mallredevelopment for the most up to date information.

GROUNDED32 OPENS IN NORTH 32ND With all of the news of businesses closing or changing, we’re happy to share that many businesses and nonprofits are opening and choosing to call North 32nd home! Grounded32 just opened on the southeast corner of 32nd Street and Thunderbird. A nonprofit organization, Grounded32 is described as, “A safe place to be a messy human being.

We try to make the world a little less lonely and a whole lot more meaningful.” Featuring classes, workshops, meet-ups, and more, the space is by the community for the community. To learn more, visit grounded32.org and follow along on Facebook @Grounded32.

LOCAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP HOMEBOUND ADULTS AND SENIORS FIGHT ISOLATION As temperatures in the Valley continue to rise, isolated homebound adults, many of whom are seniors, face increased difficulty in everyday tasks such as grocery shopping or getting to and from medical appointments.

For forty years, nonprofit Duet: Partners In Health & Aging has been matching volunteers with homebound adults for free-of-charge services that include help with grocery shopping, transportation to medical appointments, providing friendly visits, and more. This summer, Duet is in need of new volunteers to help local homebound adults (affectionately called ‘neighbors’).

of a homebound adult. The first step to becoming a Duet volunteer is to attend an orientation. The next volunteer orientation is on August 18 at 2 p.m. at the Duet office. To register for orientation, call (602) 274-5022, email volunteer@duetaz.org, or visit duetaz.org/volunteer.

A NORTH 32ND FAMILY-CENTRIC BUSINESS BOUNCES BACK AFTER THE PANDEMIC Michelle Ludwig, owner of the motherhood co., shares that she and her team are, “Beyond excited to be back and ready to help expecting parents, new moms, and parents and mothers in all stages.” Founded in May 2019, Ludwig says that the motherhood co. was met with amazing neighbors and a lot of love from the community. “The community of families that attended classes, utilized resources, and called the space a second home grew rapidly. COVID-19 unfortunately caused the camaraderie to come to crashing halt.” Surviving a pandemic was not in the business model for the motherhood co., but they pivoted and offered virtual classes and groups. Now, in-person classes and groups are back in session. Resources at the motherhood co. include: childbirth classes and resources, breastfeeding classes, toddler and baby classes, mental health support groups, busy mom networking events, women’s selfcare workshops, yoga classes, and more. To learn more, visit themotherhoodco.com. The motherhood co. is located at 10401 N. 32nd Street, Suite A.

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City News Drought Pipeline Project Combats Potential Shortages of Reliable Water

By Jenna-Lee Neff Image Courtesy of the City of Phoenix FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, IT IS EXPECTED THAT THIS SUMMER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT WILL DECLARE A WATER SHORTAGE ON THE COLORADO RIVER. This will hit close to home for more than 400,000 residents in North Phoenix who rely on Colorado River water. But the City of Phoenix has been working on relief for this eventuality since 2017, when it began planning the $280 million drought pipeline project.

Project 4 includes the installation of a new booster pump station and a section of pipeline that will make the station functional. Construction on the fourth project began last month.

project are pressure-reducing valve stations to regulate and maintain safe water pressure and provide more efficient water distribution. The expected completion for the project is 2023.

Aside from 12 miles of new pipelines, the project also includes the installation of two additional water booster pump stations not mentioned above. The purpose of the pump stations is to carry the water through the new and refurbished systems.

To keep up with the latest information and updates on the project, visit phoenix.gov/ waterservices/dpp.

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“The drought pipeline project is essential to the economic health and vitality of Phoenix,” the city of Phoenix website reads. “This project will ensure all residents have access to safe, reliable, clean drinking water during future times of shortage on the Colorado River.”

According to the city, the updates to existing infrastructure and the install of new infrastructure will allow more flexibility in moving Salt River and Verde River water supplies to areas of the city impacted by Colorado River water shortages.

The drought pipeline project consists of four smaller projects taking place at separate locations from North 32nd Street to North 35th Avenue from east to west, and West Deer Valley Road to Bethany Home Road from north to south.

Project 1 takes place in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve and nearby neighborhoods with the installation of a 66-inch pipeline and the rehabilitation and replacement of a 48-inch pipeline, the later of which has been completed. Construction began in March 2020.

Project 2 includes the installation of a 66inch transmission main along 32nd Street and the installation of a large booster pump station just south of Bell Road at 31st Street. Phase one of this project began in November 2020, while phase two is anticipated to begin later this summer.

Project 3 includes the installation of a 42-inch transmission main along North 35th Avenue and the installation of a new valve. The valve portion of the project began in March 2021, with construction of the transmission main beginning in 2022. myhyperlocalnews.com

City News HALO Animal Rescue Celebrates 27 Years of Saving Animals’ Lives to adopt but some may want to join in the celebration. We have a wish list on our website if you’d like to send our pets a birthday gift.”

THIS SUMMER, LOCAL NO-KILL ANIMAL SHELTER, HALO ANIMAL RESCUE, IS CELEBRATING 27 YEARS IN THE NORTH VALLEY. To honor the occasion, and help their full shelter send animals to their forever home, dogs are $27 at the PetSmart Charities Everyday Adoption Center, located at 2901 W. Agua Fria Freeway, and their main shelter, located at 3227 E. Bell Road, Ste. D151.

“We have select pets for $27 or less until they are adopted,” says Erin Denmark, Outreach Manager. “All of our shelter pets are vaccinated, micro-chipped and sterilized before going home.”

HALO’s specialty is to partner with other shelters that are overwhelmed with the volume of pets needing new families to relieve the burden and help find them families. At HALO, these animals are lovingly cared for while they are prepared for adoption. Each pet adopted from HALO is spayed or neutered, micro-chipped, vaccinated, and dewormed.

HALO has a printable PDF on their website or people can visit their Amazon wish list as well.

HALO (Helping Animals Live On) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1994 by Michel Herstam and Heather Allen in Phoenix. HALO provides temporary shelter to abandoned cats and dogs until they can be adopted into permanent homes.

HALO is a limited admission or “no-kill” facility. HALO, believing that their strategy serves the animals in greatest need, selects animals from “open admission” shelters. Since its creation, HALO Animal Rescue has saved the lives of more than 75,000 cats and dogs. Learn more at halorescue.org.

“The best way to celebrate 27 years is by helping even more pets find homes,” says Heather Allen, President and CEO. “We also know that not everyone is ready

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By Lori Calhoun, AHH Marketing and Communications Manager ARIZONA HELPING HANDS (AHH), THE LARGEST PROVIDER OF ESSENTIAL NEEDS TO CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE, CONTINUES TO STRUGGLE TO FIND VOLUNTEERS SINCE THE ONSET OF THE PANDEMIC. In 2019, the organization had nearly 13,000 volunteer hours donated, but by the end of 2021, they estimate volunteer hours will total around 6,000 for the year.

Volunteers are critical to AHH and the success of their programs. Volunteers assist with everything from warehouse operations, stocking shelves, preparing for events, answering the phones, and more.

Volunteers help run the organization’s Birthday Dreams Program, preparing more than 300 gift packages for children in foster care each month. Not only are volunteers the driving force behind the organization’s core programs, but they also save AHH almost a quarter of a million dollars annually by donating their time.

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We always feel so lucky every time we get to spend time with the amazing people there,” says Ashley Ford, President of Valley of The Sun Active 20-30 Club.

Arizona Helping Hands services remain unduplicated, and with more than 14,000 children in Arizona’s foster care system, kinship and foster families rely heavily on the services provided by AHH. “My foster child was in desperate need of clothes, shoes, and other items. Arizona Helping Hands provided all of that, including a bed for him to sleep in. I am very much appreciative,” says Jessica, a foster parent.

If you are looking for ways to get involved in your local community and give back, consider volunteering at Arizona Helping Hands. A variety of individual and group volunteer opportunities for those 16 years of age and older are available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit azhelpinghands. org/volunteers.

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Construction Begins on New Building for Small People Preschool WITH CUSTOM HARDHATS ON THEIR HEADS AND SHOVELS IN HAND, APPROXIMATELY 25 “KID BUILDERS” BROKE GROUND ON THE NEW SMALL PEOPLE PRESCHOOL 2.0 LOCATED IN NORTH 32ND. According to Jo Clute, principal and owner, the preschool will embrace all income levels, including those who rely on DES subsidies. Children ages 5 to 12 who currently attend the preschool, presently located on North Greenway Road, recently performed a ceremonial groundbreaking for the new state-of-the art, standalone building.

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Clute, who has owned and run the Small People and Small People Two preschools for six-and-a-half years, saw the waning of the pandemic as an opportunity to replace her old, dilapidated building.

The groundbreaking, with a plan to be operational by spring 2022, follows a recent announcement by the Biden Administration of the American Families Plan, with an ambitious goal of investing $1.8 trillion in social welfare and family assistance programs to help lift millions of Americans out of poverty.

“I felt strongly that the children and teachers deserved a new, modern building after all these years. That was really my motivation for taking this big step right now,” Clute explains. “The generous post-COVID SBA incentives made it too good an opportunity to pass up.” She has applied for an SBA loan and is currently awaiting final approval on the building’s permits.

Maria Ibarra, the preschool’s CEO, expresses her joy about the new school: “I really cannot believe this is finally happening! I have watched multiple generations of families attend and work at our preschool. My own daughters work there and all my grandchildren attend.”

Located at 16232 N. Cave Creek Road, the new Small People Preschool is directly across the street from low-cost health and dental providers. Clute believes her new building will encourage additional growth and investment in the area.

With concrete block, steel construction and a modern, industrial design, the new 10,000 square foot structure will be located a short distance from the original building, which has served as a preschool for almost

Debra Stark, councilmember from District 3 of the Phoenix City Council, was an invited guest to the ceremonial groundbreaking, along with parents of participating children and the nearby general public.

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City News Own a Local Business? Join North 32nd’s Business Pros Connect Online and in-person networking and support for North 32nd small business owners NETWORKING AND RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS GO HAND IN HAND. It is an invaluable way to make new connections, learn from other business owners, and tell others about your business.

While at events, it is important to remember that you are not just gaining exposure to the people in the room, you are building connections with their networks, too.

So, how can you get the most out of a networking event? Ask the right questions. Good questions are a way of building relationships and connecting with those that you meet.

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• “How do you like to de-stress from work?”

We recommend not starting a conversation with “What do you do?” This implies that you are only interested in what they do for business, and what they can do for you. You want to show that you are interested in who they are as a person as well. Remember, real conversations lead to real connections—and networking is all about the connections.

Did you know that North 32nd has its own business networking group? Our very own Business Pros Connect was created specifically for fellow local business owners in the community to form business relationships and exchange referrals. For more information, visit and join in at Facebook.com/Groups/ BusinessProsConnect.

In addition to the virtual group, Business Pros Connect meets monthly at TapHouse Kitchen, located at 3131 E. Shea Boulevard. This month, we’re meeting from 11:30 a.m. to 12: 30 p.m. on Thursday, August 26. This is a free, non-industry exclusive event. Be sure to bring plenty of business cards. Whether you join Business Pros Connect in-person, online, or both, we can’t wait to hear about your business.

Keeping Our Streets Clean

We take pride in North 32nd by adopting a street!

WITH TEMPERATURES IN THE TRIPLE DIGITS, MOST LOCALS AREN’T EXACTLY LINING UP FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. But when our team had the opportunity to adopt a street in North 32nd we couldn’t say no. That said, here at North 32nd News we are now the proud adopters of Shea Boulevard from 32nd to 40th Streets.

Our first clean up happened on July 31 and we used Facebook to connect with fellow community members to get a crew together to clean up the street. We met in the wee hours of the morning at 32 Shea, then spent a few hours picking up trash. Thank you to those who came out to help us!

“The long-term effects of keeping our community and environment cleaner are worth the sacrifice of a few hours of time,” says Erica Odello, ad designer.

“An attractive, clean city attracts business enterprise and buying consumers,” shares Sondra Barr, the managing editor of Epic Kids, a sister publication. “It’s always a good feeling to know that you helped contribute to the community and its success.”

To be official street adopters, we have to coordinate a street clean up a minimum of four times a year per the city of Phoenix guidelines. As of press time, our next clean up date hasn’t been decided, but follow our Facebook page @North32ndNews to keep posted. We will create an event when details are finalized.

We can’t wait to continue to do our part to keep North 32nd one of the best (and cleanest) places to live!

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8. Cheesy sandwich 12. Oil, in Italy 13. What refugees do 14. Noble one 15. *Moscow ____ 16. Wrinkly fruit 17. Cereal killer 18. *Non-alcoholic cocktail 20. Elementary particle 21. Old and feeble 22. American cuckoo 23. ____ tunnel 26. Create a misnomer 30. *Tap choice 31. Tooth cover 34. A wedge in golf, e.g.

35. Wesley Snipes’ 1998 movie 37. Notable time 38. Fancy neckwear 39. Denim innovator 40. *Beer ____, or biergarten 42. Before, archaic 43. Particular marking on a butterfly 45. Neuter in language, e.g.

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Kids’ Corner

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• Over one in four parents (28%) say the Tooth Fairy was one of their child’s favorite surprises during the pandemic.

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SOME TOP TOOTH FAIRY FACTS FOR FAMILY FUN

By Alison Bailin Batz

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id you know that August 22 marks National Tooth Fairy Day? This special day is a great way to start a discussion about oral health with kids and have a little fun at the same time. By celebrating a lost tooth, parents can reinforce the importance of good oral health in a fun and engaging way.

Here in the United States, the Tooth Fairy is best known for collecting a child’s tooth or teeth from under his or her pillow, replacing the tooth with money. How much money these days, you ask? According to a new survey from Delta Dental of Arizona, the Tooth Fairy is getting more and more generous! Findings from Delta Dental’s Original Tooth Fairy Poll show that the Tooth Fairy’s

average cash gift reached its highest point in the 23-year history of the poll for a total of $4.70 per tooth. Here in the West, the Tooth Fairy upped her giving by nearly $2 over the last 12 months, leaving an average of $5.54 for a lost tooth.

Other U.S. Tooth Fairy Facts: • The Tooth Fairy visits 78% of the nation’s homes with children ages 6-12.

• Around half of parents welcome the Tooth Fairy into their homes to give their child something to be excited about (53%) and to celebrate something fun (48%).

• Almost half of children (49%) are receiving at least $5 for each tooth they lose.

• The value of a first tooth is $5.87 on average—over a dollar more than what a typical tooth receives.

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The Tooth Fairy isn’t celebrated in the same way everywhere, however. Here is a look at some of the ways lost teeth are celebrated in other countries, which makes for a great conversation about different cultures with kids: • In Argentina and Sweden, boys and girls leave the baby teeth they lose in a glass of water by their bedside.

While they sleep at night, Magical Mouse visits to get a sip of water and trade the tooth for a few coins.

• Many children in Europe celebrate much like American kids by leaving a tooth under their pillow for overnight collection. However, you won’t find the Tooth Fairy there – her brownie and elf friends have taken up the task.

• Filipino children may be some of the only children in the world who look forward to a visit from a rat! In the Philippines, Tooth Rat asks that kids leave baby teeth on windowsills so he can pick them up and move on quickly to the next house.

• In Colombia and South Africa, another little mouse performs duties similar to the Tooth Fairy.

Children may leave their baby teeth under their pillows or deposit them in slippers.

• Baby teeth make lovely gifts in Chile and Costa Rica, where mothers craft charms out of the pearly white beauties and give them back to the children. It may sound a little odd, but people have been making and wearing enamel jewelry for centuries!

We all know that the Tooth Fairy is one of the most powerful tools parents and caregivers can use to teach children about oral health. Families may want to use Tooth Fairy Day to reinforce these lessons as well as open lines of communication about responsible saving – perhaps the money from each lost tooth could be saved and tallied up once all baby teeth have fallen out and used for something special – and how different cultures have special traditions as well.

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REGISTER NOW Registration is now open for FOR Thunderbird FC’s recreational soccer leagues FALL SOCCER!

By Gretchen Pahia

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outh sports are a rite of passage for most kids, but finding the right one for your child can be tough. One of the most popular team sports for kids is soccer. Whether for recreational purposes or the more serious players looking for a club team, there are a variety of options.

In the North Valley, one of the options for families is to team up with the experienced soccer enthusiasts at Thunderbird FC. Thunderbird FC is a family-run youth soccer club that offers both recreational and club soccer programs for boys and girls ages 6 to 14.

organization, one of the other important aspects of the game is socialization – something many kids have gone without for the last year or so,” he adds. “Humans are a social species.

With these types of social interactions being limited due to the pandemic, we are providing kids an opportunity to socialize outside of school, as well as learn useful life skills such as teamwork, communication and trust.”

Thunderbird FC offers several program options. They have Little T-Birds program for kids 4 to 6 years old. Their recreational leagues are for players 7-14 years old; they run six weeks long and include one practice and one game per week. They also offer competitive club programs for more advanced players.

The teams play a 7.5 month-long season with two practices and games each weekend. Those teams also go up to age 14.

The soccer organization runs as a nonprofit, offering a positive and nurturing soccer environment to youth. They strive to keep costs as low as possible to allow more families to participate in these types of sporting activities.

Starting Thurs, Aug. 19 Located at North Phoenix Prep off of 32nd St and Thunderbird

Registration is open now and players who sign up will receive two Adidas jerseys, a pair of Adidas shorts, and a pair of Adidas socks. The Fall Recreational League starts on August 19, with the first games played on August 21.

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Club President Colin Zaccagnio says the creation of the league comes from a long line of soccer enthusiasts. “We are a passionate soccer family that is from the Valley. My dad has been coaching youth soccer in the Valley for almost 20 years. I played soccer at Brophy College Preparatory and the University of Redlands, and my sister played for both Xavier College Preparatory and Northern Arizona University. My mom is always one of the friendly faces you see at the check-in tables—it is truly a family affair!”

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n Experian study indicates that as many as thirty percent, or more, of Americans have bad or poor credit. In addition to that startling figure, 39 percent of Americans don’t have enough money on hand to cover a $400 emergency expense, according to the Federal Reserve.

A poor credit score—which is often the result of a few mistakes or life circumstances that may be out of your control—can impact many facets of your life. From qualifying for a place to live, to a vehicle to drive, or rates on educational loans for ourselves or our children, most of our major purchases are impacted by our credit scores.

Luckily, local company Credit All Better specializes in helping Valley residents to improve their credit scores and their futures.

“We [Credit All Better staff members] have many years of experience in evaluating credit and guiding consumers to assert their legal rights,” explains John Thomas, the company’s owner. “We do it every day! We guarantee

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honesty and dependability; virtues which most people seem to have forgotten. Credit repair firms cannot do anything that you couldn’t do yourself, but we can help you to achieve results in a fraction of the time without making costly errors.”

HOW TO GET STARTED It all begins with a free consultation and credit analysis, Thomas says. During this consultation, Credit All Better helps the client to pull all three credit scores and reviews them in detail.

What makes Credit All Better stand out from the rest of the credit repair agencies? Thomas shares his thoughts: “We are locally owned and operated, which I think makes a difference when selecting a credit repair company to help you improve your credit score.

In addition, we will tell you the truth: for example, it’s not always the best policy to dispute everything on your credit score. And not everyone is a good fit for our services—we are always honest if a potential

client isn’t a candidate for our company. Honesty first is the best policy.”

HOW DO THEY HELP FIX CREDIT? Thomas says that Credit All Better helps its clients to improve their credit scores through a multifaceted approach: • Their team of experts will dispute any issues or inaccuracies negatively impacting a client’s credit.

• They provide credit counseling to help clients gain a better understanding of how credit works.

• And they help clients to learn better habits so past mistakes aren’t repeated once the credit is improved.

“I made a lot of mistakes when I was young,” says one Credit All Better client. “Helping me to fix those mistakes has saved me hundreds of dollars each month.”

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the process. “Clients also have easy access to their account 24/7 for live status updates on improvements on your credit reports and scores. And, we’ll maximize your score so you can achieve your goals and learn how to maintain your awesome credit long after our work is done.”

Thomas shares more about their fee structure: • Fees are as low as $59 a month.

• There is no hourly fee.

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THE CREDIT ALL BETTER DIFFERENCE Thomas shares that there are many perks that clients can expect when working with Credit All Better: • They offer a 100% money back guarantee.

• Their team is highly experienced in consumer, business, and mortgage credit.

• They will be intimately involved with your credit repair experience.

“Our service is no money down, no money for the first 30 days, then as low as $59 a month,” Thomas says. “Clients can cancel at any time! And, if they cancel, it means we did our job and helped them to fix their credit and build better habits, so they no longer need our services.”

“Credit education and correction is legal, and the law is on your side,” he says. “We help and guide you from start to finish and we prepare all of the documentation for the various credit agencies.”

Another thing that makes Credit All Better different from its competition is its easy-to-understand low fees. “Our fees are reasonable and there are no long binding contracts,” Thomas says. “We help you to work with your files until it is done.”

“If you have a better credit score you could potentially have a better interest rate,” Thomas explains. “Just an increase of 20 point in your credit score can mean a difference of tens of thousands of dollars in interest saved on an average priced home and hundreds of dollars of interest saved on car payments and credit cards. We have a proven track record of helping clients to raise credit scores quickly and effectively to give them better purchasing power.”

To learn more about Credit All Better, visit creditallbetter.com where you can fill out a form requesting a free consultation.

WHAT IS A CREDIT SCORE?

Whether you become a Credit All Better client or not, it’s important for everyone to know the basics on credit scores.

“A credit score is a number generated by a mathematical formula that is meant to predict credit worthiness,” according to the experts at Credit All Better.

“Credit scores range from 300-850. The higher your score is, the more likely you are to get a loan. The lower your score is, the less likely you are to get a loan. If you have a low credit score and you do manage to get approved for credit, then your interest rate will be much higher than someone who had a good credit score and borrowed money. Therefore, having a high credit score can save many thousands of dollars over the life of your mortgage, auto loan, or credit card.”

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Real Estate

Are You Seeing More “For Sale” Signs?

IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT SELLING: 1. Do it now while sellers are in control.

2. Get expert advice on pricing the home and price it correctly.

3. Hire an experienced Realtor and neighborhood expert with a customized marketing plan.

By Louisa Ward

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t has been a frenzied sellers’ market for the last 12 months, but the tide is starting to change. The local economists are not predicting a crash but rather a movement toward a balanced market.

Since March 2021 every week there has been a slight drop in demand and a slight increase in supply. Economics 101: when demand decreases, supply increases.

These slight changes are barely noticeable. Homes are still selling quickly and often in multiple offer situations. However, the price range of $500,000 and above is showing more evidence of this shift. Homes in this price range are selling in a week or two, rather than a few days, causing For Sale signs to stay up a little bit longer. A large portion of the North 32nd Corridor falls into this price category. Yes, we are seeing more For Sale signs accumulating.

See the chart to view the “Active Listing Weekly Counts.” Week 26, which started on July 3, hit a yearly high of active listings in our zip codes: 85028 and 85032. On average, the trajectory is slightly ticking upward since March.

If the market continues on its current trajectory, the $500,000+ price range will be in a balanced market within six months. A balanced market is not a bad thing. Homes will still sell at the current price range and will continue to appreciate annually, but at a rate of the

I have lived and sold real estate in the North 32nd Corridor for over 25 years. My neighborhood experience extends beyond real estate as I am the Mountain Preserve Block Watch Leader and Member of the Paradise Valley Village Planning Committee for our community.

cost of living in lieu of the high appreciation percentages that we have been experiencing. A balanced market will also increase the time a home sits on the market for sale, so there will likely be an increase in price reductions, and sellers will be providing more buyer assistance to close the deal (i.e. contributing to buyers’ closing costs and/or making repairs). Buyers will have some leverage unlike now where they have no leverage against the seller.

With interest rates at historic lows, continued increase in the job market, and millennials converting from renting to owning – economists do not expect that we will move into a buyers’ market.

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Volunteers Needed for Fall Community Events; The Importance of a Local Block Watch

By Louisa Ward

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hat is a G.A.I.N. event? The City of Phoenix sponsors G.A.I.N. (Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods). It is a day for Phoenix neighborhoods to join forces and promote awareness, safety, and neighborhood unity. G.A.I.N. showcases the importance of police-community partnerships and

citizen involvement in our quest for safer communities.

I am the Block Watch Leader for Mountain Preserve Block Watch in 85028. Our neighborhood organizes a G.A.I.N. event annually. It is a huge event with food, activities, guest speakers, raffle prizes, sack races, and local business involvement. It is a lot of fun for all ages. We encourage neighbors to gather, talk, and enjoy the party as we bond together in unity and support of safety. It is held in the fall at Mercury Mine Basin Park.

Volunteers are needed in the planning and organizing of this community party scheduled for November 6. We are asking neighbors from my local Block Watch communities (Heritage Heights, Mountain Preserve, Mountain Estates, and Paradise Gardens) to contribute their time in this large endeavor. Text or call me at 602-7696699 to learn more.

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The City of Phoenix helps sponsor these events by providing funds. The funds are distributed throughout the city by grant requests placed by participating Block Watch groups.

Promptly reporting all criminal or suspicious activity to 9-1-1 or Crime Stop at 602-262-6151 helps the police assist you in promoting a safe and healthy neighborhood.

WHAT IS A BLOCK WATCH? A neighborhood Block Watch is made up of a group of people living in the same area—on the same street or in the same subdivision—who want to make their neighborhood safer by working together and in conjunction with local law enforcement to reduce crime and improve the quality of life in their neighborhood.

HOW DOES A BLOCK WATCH GET STARTED? First, check to see if you already have a Block Watch in your neighborhood.

Check by finding your address here: nsdonline.phoenix.gov/NeighborhoodOrgs/ByAddress.

HOW DOES A BLOCK WATCH WORK? A Block Watch works when you and your neighbors use simple techniques to deter, delay and detect crime, and improve the quality of life for the neighborhood.

Being aware of criminal activity can help in keeping your neighborhood safe.

If not, organize your neighbors by scheduling a Block Watch meeting. Contact the Phoenix police precinct to schedule a presentation. At your meeting, your Community Action Officer (CAO) will explain how you can create an alert neighborhood by using simple crime prevention methods. You can contact the Phoenix Police Department Block Watch Coordinator at 602-495-0597.

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Health Johnson & Johnson Issues Voluntary Recall of Specific Sunscreen Products

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ohnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots of five NEUTROGENA and AVEENO aerosol sunscreen product lines to the consumer level. Internal testing identified low levels of benzene in some samples of the products. Consumers should stop using the affected products.

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Benzene is classified as a human carcinogen, a substance that could potentially cause cancer depending on the level and extent of exposure.

Benzene is ubiquitous in the environment. Humans around the world have daily exposures indoors and outdoors from multiple sources.

Benzene can be absorbed, to varying degrees, by inhalation, through the skin, and orally. Based on exposure modeling and the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) framework, daily exposure to benzene in these aerosol sunscreen products at the levels detected

in their testing would not be expected to cause adverse health consequences. Out of an abundance of caution, they are recalling all lots of these specific aerosol sunscreen products.

While benzene is not an ingredient in any of the sunscreen products, it was detected in some samples of the impacted aerosol sunscreen finished products. They are investigating the cause of this issue, which is limited to certain aerosol sunscreen products.

The recalled sunscreen products are packaged in aerosol cans. The products were distributed nationwide through a variety of retail channels.

Consumers should stop using these specific products and appropriately discard them. Consumers may contact the JJCI Consumer Care Center 24/7 with questions or to request a refund by calling 1-800-458-1673. Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have any questions, concerns or have experienced any problems related to using these aerosol sunscreen products. The company is also notifying its distributors and retailers by letter and is arranging for returns of all recalled products.

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program.

Complete and submit the report online at fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm.

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Estate Planning: Who Needs It?

By Libby Banks, The Law Office of Libby Banks, PLLC

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any people think estate planning does not apply to them because they “don’t have an estate to plan.” But the dictionary says an estate is “all of the things that a person owns.” We all have an estate.

For many of us, it includes our home, our IRA, our bank account, vehicles, and maybe even stock or brokerage accounts. For a young couple with minor children, the biggest asset to plan for may be a life insurance policy.

ESTATE PLANNING IS MORE THAN DISTRIBUTING WHAT YOU OWN AT YOUR DEATH A good portion of estate planning is planning for the distribution of property at death. But you also need a plan in case you become incapacitated. Who will manage your assets and your financial affairs if you can’t? Who will make decisions about your healthcare? With proper planning, you decide that ahead of time, and assure that the right person can quickly take charge and see that you and your finances are taken care of while you are out of commission.

The Durable General Power of Attorney for finances is a key document in any plan. In truth, every adult 18 or over should execute one and appoint an agent who could handle any financial

or legal matters during incapacity. You may be thinking, “Even my 18-yearold child?” Yes, because now that child of yours is an adult and you don’t automatically get to handle legal matters for them any longer. For instance, even if you paid their tuition at college, they are the ones who will have to request a refund of the tuition if needed. If they are incapacitated for a time and not able to return to school, you won’t get that money back right away – unless you’re the agent under a durable power of attorney.

This applies to you, of course. Part of your plan must be to execute a power of attorney to appoint someone to handle a lawsuit, deal with an IRS audit, or sign tax returns, talk to mortgage or insurance companies, and more.

It applies to your elderly parent, too.

Mom may be living with you and have minimal assets, but if you try to call Social Security or Medicare for her, they won’t discuss matters with you unless you have a power of attorney.

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you to get to know Libby, our Estate Planning attorney and talk about your unique situation and what plan will best fit your needs.

Remember, when you choose Libby you are not only hiring someone to prepare your Estate Plan, you are choosing a seasoned Estate Planning attorney to guide you through this often complex process and raise questions you might not have considered. You are choosing an experienced professional to create a plan that serves your family in the way that you want and, after you are gone, a trusted advisor that your loved ones can depend on.

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As much an art gallery as it is a hotel, FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel been dedicated to supporting the local arts community since its inception and many local artists’ works are represented throughout the property. Recently, the hotel expanded to include its own freestanding art gallery, FOUND:RE Contemporary. The gallery and the hotel often host art exhibitions in conjunction with one another, encouraging art enthusiasts to check out the impressive artistic talent within the Phoenix area in a wide range of mediums.

Currently, “XSCAPE: Landscapes, Cityscapes and Mindscapes,” with support provided by Artlink Inc., is on display, presenting the work of 64 Arizona artists and showcasing their talents through a variety of landscape motifs, both realistic and imagined. Presented as part of FOUND:RE Contemporary’s regular schedule of rotating exhibitions organized by Audrey Galat, arts and culture

curator for Phoenix FOUND:RE Hotel and FOUND:RE Contemporary, the exhibition encompasses the entire ground floor of the FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel so it can be viewed anytime. Galat also offers private tours for those that prefer a more in-depth viewing experience.

This month, the FOUND:RE’s Passport Series — monthly events dedicated to “transporting” guests to different global destinations — continues with a “trip” to Finland. On Saturday, August 14 from 6-10 p.m., guests will experience the culture of the “Happiest Country in the World” through cuisine, cocktails, entertainment, and more.

Another popular monthly event at FOUND:RE — “Guide to Wine and Tasting Class” — takes place within the hotel’s signature restaurant, Match Market & Bar. On Wednesday, August 11 at 7 p.m., Philip Nelson of Quench Fine Wines leads guests through tastings of varietals from South America (particularly Argentina and Chile) while explaining each sip. Guests can enjoy light bites and 15 percent off bottles of the highlighted wines during the event.

At Phoenix FOUND:RE Hotel, guests can experience a room that’s as vibrant and sophisticated, yet warmly welcoming, as Downtown Phoenix itself. Urban industrial design meets human touches like comfy mattresses, high thread count sheets, and lush towels—everything guests need for an unforgettable stay. Guests will also enjoy stunning city views from floor-to-ceiling windows.

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MOVIE REVIEWS Black Widow

to Florence Pugh’s performance.

Florence is a standout who brings an energy and personality that differs her from Natasha and, in this case, clearly outshines her. I cannot say the same for the characters of Red Guardian and Melina, though the actors are certainly trying, it is just not enough. It’s a film that feels like it’s trying to be a more classic thriller film but is unfortunately held back by the expectations and similarities of prior MCU films.

say it all. Ahmir Khalib Thompson, better known as Questlove, shines in his directorial debut. The mixing of archival footage of the festival, news of events at the time (notably the moon landing), and interviews is beautiful. It gives you a coherent and thorough view of what those living at the time felt, and how the festival complemented it.

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Summer Of Soul (....or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)

Gunpowder Milkshake A hitwoman must reunite with her estranged mother after a job goes horribly wrong. Gunpowder Milkshake really wants to be a stylish, Tarantinoesque action film with quirky characters and old school homages. Unfortunately, underneath all that style lies little substance. A brilliant cast is wasted on paper thin characters, a generic story, and action that’s been done to death before. There’s only so many times you can do neon-soaked long takes before the novelty wears off. There’s also no actual exploration of the passing of generational scars and violence that it introduces. What a disappointment.

AUGUST RELEASES August 6: The Suicide Squad Annette A prequel set after the events of Civil War, where Natasha Romanoff faces her origins and past demons to shape a better future for her loved ones.

There’s really not much to say if you’re familiar with the MCU (Marvel Comics Universe) at this point. Though some interesting ideas are present (namely the Red Room’s parallels with human trafficking) and Cate Shortland shows some great action directing skills, Black Widow is a very underwhelming film. It is mostly brought down by its mediocre script, which continues Marvel’s commitment to bathos while not really going into the themes it presents. Add Scarlett Johannson’s clearly disinterested performance, like she’s ready to be done with this series, and you bring her time as the Black Widow to a two-plus hour death. On the upside, Yelena Belova is actually quite likable, but I attribute that mostly 24 • August 2021 • NORTH 32ND NEWS

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A documentary about the overlooked Harlem Culture Festival of 1969. This includes never before seen footage of the event. Few films from 2021 have had moments that brought out my emotions like the scenes in Summer of Soul. We see the performers and festival goers relive their memories through past and newly found footage of the actual event. The emotions portrayed through their reactions

The return of Dominic Toretto and his crew as his long lost brother resurfaces with an old enemy. F9 has a sincerity missing from some of the more recent Fast films. It knows it’s over the top, but like the best entries in the series, it commits to it, playing it with an authenticity that the actors go with. John Cena is perfect for this series, as his energy makes his character interesting and surprisingly nuanced. Justin Lin reminds everyone how he’s still one of the best big budget filmmakers working today, giving a coherent and exciting vibe to the action. The remaining cast is still a lot of fun, especially Michelle Rodriguez.

August 20: The Night House Reminiscence The Protégé Paw Patrol: The Movie Demonic Flag Day August 27: Candyman

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When: August 20, 6-9 p.m.

Where: The District Stage, Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N Tatum Blvd., Phoenix What: Wide Awake is a local alternative rock cover band that specializes in the music of U2. Blending musicianship and special effects, they recreate the ambient music of U2 in front of live audiences in an authentic and exciting experience. Wide Awake is known for bringing energy and passion to every show, much like their Irish counterparts. They are a must-see for any U2 fan or music enthusiast. More info at shopdesertridge.com.

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ANIMANIACS IN CONCERT

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