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NEWS FROM CITY OF SCOTTSDALE, SCOTTSDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORTING CRIMES ONLINE NEW CAMEREYES PROGRAM walk past our job booth just because Riders are expected to keep the Did you know you can file some The Scottsdale Police Department they’re not interested in being a sidewalks open to pedestrians and police reports online? With the new has announced the CamerEyes police officer. “That’s okay,” we say to park the bicycles and scooters in ScottsdaleEZ system, filing a police registry. Citizens and businesses may as we pull out our massive binder of racks or in designated parking areas. A report online is easy and convenient. voluntarily register their security positions. “How about any of these? maximum of five devices per company Medical emergencies, in-progress camera systems in the registry. This Analysts, Budget Specialists, Crime are allowed within 200 feet of each crimes and crimes where the suspect is a confidential database that will Scene Specialists, Detention Officers, other. They should not be parked on is still present will still be reported to allow police employees to quickly Dispatchers, Forensics, Personnel, private property unless they have 9-1-1. know where there may be cameras in Property and Evidence, Records, permission from the property owner. an area when trying to apprehend a Secretarial.” We could go on and on. Crimes that can be reported online criminal. The police department will If you or someone you know would If you find a bicycle or electric include thefts valued under $1,000, not have direct access to the cameras like to take a second look, head over scooter that is improperly parked, all bicycle thefts, shoplifts, criminal and owners are not obligated to to our Jobs page and type “police” in there are several ways to report the damage under $2,000 and lost provide video footage. The program is the search field. You can even sign up issue. The fastest and most effect property under $2,500. If your report voluntary, and registration only takes to get a notification when the job you way to report devices that are parked qualifies to be reported online, gather a few minutes to complete. Citizens are interested in has an availability. improperly is through the city’s all the information you have... the can withdraw from the program at https://www.governmentjobs.com/ website at scottsdaleaz.gov/EZ, type more the better! Be sure to include any time. Citizens can register at careers/scottsdaleaz/classspecs “bike” or “scooter” into the search serial numbers, detailed descriptions, ScottsdaleAZ.gov/police/security- box and follow the prompts to make photos, suspect information and any camera-registration. RIDE-SHARING BICYCLES AND a report. The application will forward other information you think may be SCOOTERS your report to staff or to the private relevant. This easy process will walk BECOMING A PART OF You have probably seen plenty of the bike- and scooter-sharing companies. you step-by-step through answering THE SCOTTSDALE POLICE rental bicycles and electric scooters the necessary questions to get your DEPARTMENT - OVER 50 around town due to the increased Parking issues can also be reported report filed. VARIOUS CIVILIAN POSITIONS popularity in ride-sharing. The City directly to the owner companies: When you read “Scottsdale Police of Scottsdale recently enacted some • Bird (black and white scooters): Call Once you submit your information, Department” just now, you probably changes to the city ordinance to 1-866-205-2442 or email hello@bird. you will receive an email with your visualized men and women in address the issues com. report number. Receiving your report uniform, didn’t you? You’d be related to this, • Lime (yellow and green bikes and number can take up to 72 hours, as surprised how many people don’t particularly in scooters): Call 1-888-546-3345 or reports are only reviewed Monday think about the hundreds of civilians parking these email support@limebikes.com. through Thursday during normal it takes to support and run a law devices. • Razor (red scooters): Call business hours. enforcement 1-833-LAST-MILE or email agency. Too sharesupport@razorusa.com. To file a report online, go to many people eservices.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/ You can also report parking issues by crimereport. To report all other crimes calling 480-312-RIDE (7433) 8 a.m. to that do not fall into one of these 5 p.m. weekdays. categories, please call 480-312-5000. The Scottsdale Police Department will only respond to illegally parked ride-sharing bicycles or electric scooters if they are parked in an extremely hazardous location, such as blocking a roadway. The ride-share companies are required to remove the illegally parked devices immediately after they are notified.
If you have additional questions about bike or electric scooter regulations, please visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov.
*All courtesy of City of Scottsdale, Scottsdale Police Department
CITY NEWS ABRAZO ARIZONA HEART HOSPITAL PRESENTING FREE EVENT ON HEART HEALTH FEB 15 HEART FORUM WILL BE HELD AT JW MARRIOTT AT DESERT RIDGE RESORT IN NORTHEAST PHOENIX
ABRAZO ARIZONA HEART HOSPITAL AND ABRAZO COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK WILL HOST A FREE “HEART HEALTH PUBLIC FORUM” at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 15 at JW Marriott at Desert Ridge Resort, 5350 E. Marriott Dr., in Phoenix. The event is slated to feature a live broadcast of an advanced cardiac procedure, along with patient and physician storytelling, and a question-andanswer session with Abrazo’s top cardiovascular specialists. Free health screenings beginning at 4 p.m. will also be provided to the first 50 people signing up on site. WALKERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE WATER 4 KIDS INTERNATIONAL (W4KI) “WALK 4 WATER – PHOENIX GIVE CHANGE FOR CHANGE” FUNDRAISING EVENT ON FEBRUARY 16. Boris Teoharevic, soccer coach at RSL AZ, has partnered with Water 4 Kids International to inspire young soccer players to make a change in the world by providing a source of clean, safe drinking water to a needful primary school in the remote village of Apuwai, Uganda. The walk is to join efforts with Hope 4 Kids International to empower and bring new life to the children of Apuwai, Uganda! The “Walk” is symbolic of the trek made by young children and women in search of water in Uganda, every day. The people of Apuwai and the school children of Apuwai primary school have suffered many illnesses due to their current contaminated source of water. A deep-water well Heart disease is one of the top killers of both men and women in the United States, but new testing and treatments are offering patients more hope than ever before, according to Dr. Timothy Byrne,
the event’s keynote speaker. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports that more than 600,000 Americans die of heart disease each year. It is the leading cause of death in both men and women, according to the CDC.
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space between Sweet Tomatoes and will provide fresh water that will transform the lives of those in Apuwai. Fresh water will give the promise of a future transformed with dignity, health, joy, and love.
Deepwater wells, at a cost of $10,500 each to drill, can provide access to safe water to nearly 10,000 people. The goal for Give Change for Change is $18,000, which will be enough funds to drill a single well in Apuwai and send one RSL Coach and one Teammate to represent RSL AZ at the dedication of that new well in Uganda next summer.
Register online at www.givechangeforchange.com Event check-in will be at 8 a.m. on Saturday, February 16 at 32 Shea (10626 N. 32nd St in Phoenix). Step-off begins at 9 a.m. Cost of the event is $25 for adults (13+) and $15 for children ages 12 and under (includes t-shirt). interior is filled with life-sized statues Offering an affordable and delicious
EVENT FEBRUARY 16, 2019
CITY NEWS 2019 STUDY RANKS SCOTTSDALE THE BEST CITY FOR JOBS IN U.S.
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FIND A JOB. The 2019 study cites 30 key indicators in ranking cities across the country where job seekers will have the greatest success in securing employment. “Earning a top ranking out of 182 other outstanding communities demonstrates the strong commitment the City of Scottsdale continues to make in growing a diverse and robust business community” says Acting Economic Development Director Rob Millar.
Some of the key indicators utilized in the 2019 WalletHub study attributed Scottsdale’s success to growing job opportunities, employment growth and median annual income. According to Scottsdale’s five-year economic development plan, the city’s 2019 vision is to rank among the nation’s leading, best-of-class organizations. “We have very targeted goals and performance metrics. Since
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The economic strategic plan identifies targeted industries that include health care and bio-life sciences, advanced business services (finance & insurance), technology and hospitality. All of which have had significant growth and offer high quality jobs and wages to Scottsdale residents, exceeding the Maricopa County average median income. Scottsdale is home to nearly 20-percent of Arizona’s corporate headquarters, with more growth anticipated in global, national and regional headquarters.
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TIPS FOR GETTING YOUR KIDS INVOLVED IN SPORTS
By Jill “MamaBug” Frier
One of the many wonderful things about living in Arizona is that your kids can participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor sports all year round. There are many great options for getting your kids involved in local sports programs here in the Valley of the Sun. And not only are sports a great way for your kids to have fun, get exercise and stay active, they also teach kids important life lesson like sportsmanship, teamwork and respect.
Whether you want them to participate in team sports or as an individual, here are a few things to keep in mind when you are selecting a sport for your child.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT SPORT FOR YOUR CHILD
Expose your child to a variety of sports activities, but help them choose a sport that is well suited to their age, interests and abilities. Don’t force your child to participate in a sport that doesn’t really interest them or that isn’t a good fit for their skillset – it’s a waste of both time and money, plus it can have a negative affect on your child’s attitude towards sports. Be sure to pick something that fits your budget and your schedule, to reduce your family’s stress level and make it an enjoyable experience for everyone. And don’t forget to include the cost of equipment, clothing and gear in your budget when you choose a sport!
Here is a short list of some of the popular sports available locally, to give you some ideas about different types of sports that may be fun for your youngster: • Archery • Baseball and Softball • Basketball • BMX • Football • Golf • Gymnastics • Horseback Riding • Ice Skating and Hockey • Martial Arts • Rock Climbing • Soccer • Swimming • Tennis • Volleyball
BE A GOOD FAN AND TEACH GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP
A great way to get your kids to have more fun and be excited about playing sports is to be excited for them. Make sure they get to practice on time, stay to watch, attend games, volunteer to help with the team or individual events if you can and always cheer them on. Make sure that both you and your child understand the basic rules of the sport and be a good role model for your child by not overreacting when the competition doesn’t go your way. Show them that it’s okay to be competitive and disappointed when you don’t win, but that sports are meant to be fun, even if you don’t always beat the opposing team or competitors.
MAINTAIN A BALANCE WITH SCHOOL, SPORTS AND FAMILY
It’s important to keep your child from becoming overwhelmed with sports or competition. Participate in activities that work with your schedule and allow you to balance athletics with school, family and non-athletic hobbies. If your child feels stressed out, hates going to practices and games, or just participates to make you happy, it’s probably a good idea to call it quits.
RESOURCES FOR SPORTS IN THE VALLEY
How do you find a sport that works well for your kid and their unique interests and skills? There are many resources to help you find sports programs here in Phoenix. A few of the non-profit resources include: • The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Commission Youth Sports provides affordable programs and resources for youth basketball, baseball, football, soccer, tennis and volleyball, and provides sports complexes, facilities and Community Centers around the Valley. www. phoenix.gov/parks/sports/phoenixplays
• One non-profit organization helping kids through sports is Sports Kids AZ. This group provides quality coaching and athletic programs to home schooled families, after school athletes, and homeless children throughout Arizona. www. sportskidzaz.org
• The Valley of the Sun YMCA, one of the oldest and largest nonprofit organizations in the Phoenix area, offers youth sports programs to help children build skills, learn about teamwork, and focus on sportsmanship. The YMCA offers a variety of sports and fitness programs throughout the year to keep kids active and engaged. www.valleyymca. org/programs-activities/youth/
So do your homework and get your kids off the couch, away from their screens and interested in one of the many great sports programs available right here in Phoenix. And be sure to check out Ladybug’s Blog for more articles and recommendations for fun things to do outside with kids everywhere in Arizona! www. ladybugsblog.com
5 WAYS PARENTS AND COACHES CAN TAKE THE TOXICITY OUT OF YOUTH SPORTS
For many kids, organized sports aren’t much fun anymore. Overbearing parents, over-the-top coaches and overzealous competition are frequent images associated with youth-athletic leagues today. Though playing ball often used to embody the enjoyment of being a kid, the experience for many youngsters is too serious and stressful – and ultimately not worth it. One study revealed 70 percent of U.S. and insults during a game,” Castro says. children drop out of organized sports “Parents should set the right example for by age 13, with pressure and burnout their kid – and for adults who obviously among the main reasons cited. haven’t grown up.”
“The politics, as well as the overemphasis adults put on kids to see a college scholarship as the ultimate goal, is ruining a kid’s ability to get the most out of sports,” says Maya Castro, author of The Bubble: Everything I Learned as a Target of the Political, and Often Corrupt, World of Youth Sports (www. thebubbleweb.com).
“This over-emphasis has created an environment amongst the parents and coaches that is similar to a mafia. We badly need changes in this toxic, political and corrupt environment. And it must start with the parents.”
Castro, who says her own experience as a young soccer player was tainted by misguided and misbehaving adults, offers ideas on how adults can improve the youth-sports culture:
STRIVE TO BE A MENTOR
Castro says parents and coaches have a great opportunity to use sports as a teaching tool for life. “The learning aspect of the game needs to be the focal point of youth sports,” Castro says. “Sports should be an extension of family values and behaviors. Good parents and coaches tie in the ups and downs of competition with the challenges in navigating adult life.”
MODEL POSITIVE BEHAVIORS
Part of the negative image of youth sports is related to parents yelling at coaches, referees, opponents, or even their own kids. “There are enough critics in the stands hurling profanities
ENJOY THE MOMENT
Too many parents and their young athletes are fretting the future. “Too often it’s all about winning and getting the scholarship,” Castro says, “but my parents told me there was a time when kids actually enjoyed playing for the sake of playing, and parents won just by getting to watch them play. We need to get back to that. Without it, memories are wasted.”
BE ENCOURAGING
“Celebrate the effort, not just the result,” Castro says. “This goes for youth coaches as well as parents. When kids do some good things, don’t let the mistakes cloud your post-game comments. Be honest in discussing room for improvement, but not at the expense of making them feel like they have to play perfectly to get praise.”
MAKE EDUCATION FIRST
Castro and many observers of youth sports say parents have lost perspective by thinking their kid is on the fast track to a scholarship or a pro career. Statistics show few advance that far. “In the meantime, kids are exhausted from travel leagues and tournaments,” she says, “and the way their future through sports is emphasized, education
becomes a distant second.” “Whether a kid decides to keep playing sports or to walk away,” Castro says, “he or she should be able to do so without deep regret in having wasted their time.”
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