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January 12, 2022

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Report says BESD noncompliant BY LAUREN SERRATO

West Valley View Staff Writer

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recently released Arizona auditor general report shows the Buckeye Elementary School District had higher electricity and water costs than peer districts, and its lack of compliance put public monies and sensitive information at risk. The first of two reports, this performance audit focused on the district’s efficiency and effectiveness in four operational areas: administration, plant operations and maintenance, food service, and transportation, and its compliance with certain state requirements. The second and final report will be conducted later this year and will focus on executive administrative spending, particularly the superintendent’s salary and benefits package, due to concerns identified during the audit. The district responded and agreed with the report’s findings and stated each of the 13 recommendations given by the auditor general would be implemented. Buckeye Elementary School District Su-

The Arizona auditor general released the first of two reports on Buckeye Elementary School District, which focuses on school district operations and compliance with state requirements. (Photo courtesy of Buckeye Elementary School District)

perintendent Dr. Kristi Wilson issued a response on Dec. 16, to Lindsey Perry, the auditor general, including a five-page description as to how each recommendation would be followed and acted upon. “Buckeye Elementary School District has received and reviewed the performance audit report,” Wilson wrote. “As noted in our

response to the specific findings and recommendations, we have already begun to implement many of the recommended corrective actions. We look forward to implementing the remaining recommended actions in the near future.”

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Abrazo hospital coming to Buckeye BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

brazo Health is set to build a medical office building and acute care hospital on 27 acres at the southwest corner of I-10 and Verrado Way. The initial phase of the development is expected to break ground this year. Plans

for the campus also include ambulatory services. Abrazo Health anticipates that its new medical campus will be a health care anchor for the area and a driver of economic activity. Medical campus construction, staffing and support services for the future

medical facilities are projected to add numerous jobs in the West Valley. “Abrazo has cared for the West Valley’s health needs for nearly 20 years,” said Hans Driessnack, chief executive officer

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The audit resulted in four key findings, all in regard to the district’s spending, fiscal loss and access to computerized data. First, the report stated the district’s plant operations and maintenance spending was 18% more per square foot than peers because it had disadvantageous solar contract terms, used more water and paid more for it per gallon. Specifically, the district spent $7.80 per square foot on plant operations and maintenance, whereas the peer districts averaged $6.60 per square foot. Second, the district had an estimated $400,000 loss in each of calendar years 2018 and 2019 for solar power, and it spent approximately $260,000 more on water and sewage than peer districts. Third, the district employees made purchases without required prior approval and paid for purchases without having the required evidence of receiving them. The report completed a sample of 30 purchases during fiscal year 2019, and while no purchases in the sample indicate fraud, waste or abuse, six of the purchases did not follow district policy.

NEWS Lastly, the district, according to the report, allowed too much access to its sensitive computerized data which, in combination with other IT deficiencies, increased risk of unauthorized access, errors, fraud and data loss. The report found that terminated employees had access to the district’s network and accounting system. April and May 2020 reviews of the network and accounting system user accounts found that 38 network user accounts and one accounting system user account were linked to terminated employees who were one month to almost three and a half years post-termination. There were no reported findings in the transportation and food service categories. The district spent less per meal on food service than its peer districts, on average, spending $2.54 per meal as opposed to its peers, which reported $2.90. As for transportation, the district spent less per mile and per rider on its student transportation program than its peer districts averaged.

Key audit recommendations Following the key findings, the report left the district with five key recommen-

dations, 13 in total. First, to determine whether it can negotiate a lower per kilowatt hour rate for solar energy and either modify or terminate its solar contract. Additionally, auditors suggested the district work with its solar power systems vendor to find a way to decrease its financial losses, as well as review its water usage and rates to determine how they can be reduced and implement usage and rate reduction methods. To prevent employee purchases without required prior approval, the report suggests the district review purchasing policies and procedures and ensure they are followed. The auditor general suggested implementing additional procedures, including training or penalties for repeat offenders. Lastly, the report recommends the district implement policies and procedures over its IT systems in line with industry standards to eliminate access to its sensitive computerized data. Following the first report, Perry noted that her office will follow up with the Buckeye Elementary School District in six months to assess its progress in implementing the recommendations. To view the report, visit azauditor.gov.

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Abrazo Health will break ground this year for its new hospital in Buckeye at the intersection of I-10 and Verrado Way. (Graphic courtesy of Abrazo Health) Several APS crews, including linemen from Buckeye, departed from Phoenix on Jan. 6 to help restore power to more than 20,000 residents in Northern California, where as much as 100 inches of snow has fallen. Some of those customers have been without power since Christmas and, without assistance from neighboring electric utilities, are expected to be without power until middle of January. As part of a mutual assistance agreement that is in place for utility emergencies like the one in California, APS crews will work near the Sacramento region for five to seven days as they assist with tasks like downed powerlines, replacing power poles and replacing electrical equipment. The crew arrived with specialized snow vehicles and equipment typically used for restoration efforts in Northern Arizona. (Photo courtesy of APS)

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and Goodyear. “This is great news and an incredible investment in the future of Buckeye and the West Valley,” Buckeye Mayor Eric Orsborn said. “Abrazo Health is already an excellent partner in our community, and this new facility will significantly enhance the health care services currently available to our residents and businesses, with the ﬂexibility to expand with our fast-growing city.” Planning for services provided at the new medical campus will include input from local health care providers and the community. “It’s all about delivering the right care, at the right place, at the right time. We are excited to continue to partner with our communities through this new medical center,” Driessnack said. Abrazo is well-positioned for expansion, Elisco added. “We view this campus as a critical investment for those we serve. Research shows that nearby excellent, cost-effective health care is considered a ‘must-have’ by employers and families alike,” he said. Abrazo West Campus, which is 10 miles from the new campus, has made major investments in high-acuity services and technology, including trauma, stroke, cardiology and advanced spine care, and recently completed a 16-bed expansion. In addition to capital investments in its five acute care hospitals across the Valley, during the last three years Abrazo has opened microhospitals in Surprise, Cave Creek and Mesa.

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Estrella donates $5K to Homeless Youth Connection WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JANUARY 12, 2022

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strella Development Company LLC, the new owners of the West Valley master-planned community Estrella, donated $5,000 to the Avondale nonprofit Homeless Youth Connection to support its mission of assisting youth in need. “With the acquisition of the Estrella community just late last year on Oct. 21 by new investors, we really wanted to celebrate the exciting time in this new partnership during the holiday season with a gift on behalf of our new homebuilders that would be meaningful,” said Kimberly Banach, marketing director of Estrella. “At Estrella, we value quality education and believe that that should be available to everyone. Homeless Youth Connection is an organization that really makes that happen.” Estrella Development Company LLC is comprised of Harvard Investments, Toll Brothers and Värde Partners. Homeless Youth Connection believes

that homelessness should not limit a youth’s opportunity for a successful future. With the help from educators, government agencies, churches, community partners, local corporations, service organizations and compassionate community members, the organization’s chief operating officer said it is breaking down barriers that prevent graduation and providing lasting solutions for successful futures through community support and increased awareness. “The recent donation HYC received from Estrella came at a great time,” said Dana Bailey, chief operating officer at Homeless Youth Connection. “It will make a significant impact in the lives of youth experiencing homelessness. After the decline in enrollment last year due to the pandemic, we are seeing more youth in need for more comprehensive services. These funds will help provide basic needs and resources for youth who are struggling to stay in school and graduate. We are grateful for this generous gift and

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know it will make a difference in the lives of youth who need assistance to overcome their homelessness.” As a mother of teenagers, Banach said the donation resonated with her. Banach has donated to HYC previously. “It hits home for me knowing the opportunities my daughters have that some others in their same age group might not have,” she said. “It’s an organization that I’m personally familiar with, but I also completely support their values.” Banach added that donating to HYC was important to the Estrella team, as it reﬂects the community’s dedication to providing kids with quality access to education. “The community itself just really values community and coming together and education. These are all pillars,” she said. “The gift needed to be something more meaningful than your traditional swag items that you would give to builders. We wanted something that resonated with the value of the com-

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he PebbleCreek Irish American Club is hosting its 13th annual charity golf tournament on Saturday, March 12, and Sunday, March 13, at the Tuscany Falls East and West courses at PebbleCreek. The event begins with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 12, for the ninehole tournament. The $100 cost includes golf, registration/donation, cart and lunch. The following day, the shotgun start is at 8 a.m. for the 18-hole tourney. The $115 cost includes golf, registration/donation, cart and lunch. The fee goes toward several of the PebbleCreek Irish American Club’s efforts, including scholarships for Millennium High School students. Last spring, the club’s charitable contributions committee interviewed Millennium students and awarded $8,000 in scholarships to six of them. That same committee researched Goodyear-area nonprofits and chose to support Meals of Joy and Mission of Mercy. Founded in 2014, Meals of Joy addresses the need of seniors in the Goodyear area who may be unable to prepare meals due to poor health or the inability to drive. Meals of Joy volunteers deliv-

er fresh, ready-to-eat meals five days a week to those in need. Mission of Mercy restores dignity by “healing through love.” Mission of Mercy-Arizona offers medical treatment and prescription services to uninsured and underinsured residents at no cost. Nearly 200 physicians, nurses, pharmacists and other medical personnel donate their time. Each charity received $8,000. The Irish Cultural Center in Phoenix was also granted $1,000. “We hope this year’s tournament will equal or surpass last year’s level of donation/participation dollars so the club can continue to support worthy student scholars and community nonprofit organizations in Goodyear,” said Rick Savage, tournament chair. “Our goal is to have over 272 golfers participate in either the nine-hole or 18hole event.” Register at the PebbleCreek Tuscany Falls Golf Shop at 16262 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear, between 6:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Forms can also be obtained by contacting Savage at rick.savage@yahoo.com or 925-285-8485; or Nancy Shaw, co-tournament chair, at nancyshaw@sbcglobal.net or 707-3222344.

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uckeye’s Community Services Department is recruiting volunteers to work the Buckeye Air Fair between Friday, Feb. 18, and Sunday, Feb. 20, at Buckeye Airport. A variety of positions and shifts are available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Feb. 18, volunteers will assist with school field trips. Volunteers are needed Feb. 19 and Feb. 20 at various locations, including the kids activity zone, candy drop zone, volunteer hangar, VIP tent and event booth. Volunteer opportunities are open for groups and individuals, and all ages are welcome to participate. The complete list of volunteer opportunities and how to register is available at https://bit.ly/AirfairVolunteer.

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A New Year’s resolution Editor: With Christmas and Hanukkah behind us, we look forward to new year’s resolutions: to step away from social media, lose some weight and, perhaps, go vegan. Yes, that. A third of consumers report reducing consumption of animal foods. Hundreds of college campuses, schools, hospitals and corporate cafeterias have embraced Meatless Monday. Even fastfood chains like Chipotle, Burger King, Subway and Taco Bell have rolled out plant-based options. Now McDonalds is hinting at a plant-based burger this year. New plant-based companies, led by Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, are creating healthy, eco-friendly, delicious plant-based meats, while meat industry giants Tyson Foods, Cargill and Canada’s Maple Leaf Foods have invested heavily in plant-based meat development. According to the Good Food Institute, sales of plant-based foods that directly replace animal products have grown 27% in the past year to $7 billion. Sales of plant-based cheeses, butter, yogurts and ice creams are exploding at a 50% growth rate, and plant-based milks now account for 35% of the milk market. A vegan New Year’s resolution requires no sweat or deprivation — just delicious, healthier options that are better for your health, the planet and the animals. Wilfred Wallace Litchfield Park

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Editor: With all the bickering and party posturing going on in D.C., it was nice to see that the House and the Senate have passed the National Defense Authorization act with bipartisan support and sent

it off to the president’s desk to be signed into law. It appears that they have kept the all-important funding for the F-35 intact and even added an additional $49 million for upgrades to Luke AFB to house the F-35 program, which will eventually house six squadrons of the F-35. These jets and their capabilities are simply amazing. Now in their fifth generation, they are by far the most technologically advanced fighter jet ever built. They are used across the various services and are also proving to be very popular with our allies, who are purchasing many of the jets for their militaries as well. Here at home in Arizona, we see the results of this program locally, as we are a hub for pilot training. The military personnel they bring to the state support our local and state businesses around the bases. They are truly one of the strong economic engines of our state and have proven to be an invaluable addition to our state. David Romako Goodyear

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Editor: Pandemics, epidemics and plagues have been the nemesis of mankind since the dawn of history. The human race has survived these attacks, but it has been a costly war. History shows that these pathological attacks have come, peaked and receded but have not disappeared. The black death of the 14th century was devastating and then receded. The flu pandemic of 1918 and 1919 was devastating and then receded. COVID-19 is following that pattern. The new year is a time to make resolutions. I prefer predictions, even though predicting is hard, especially when you are talking about the future. Year three of COVID-19 will be differ-

ent than years one and two. That is an easy prediction. A pandemic is a worldwide issue, and the world’s population needs to be vaccinated. That will be a massive undertaking but is doable. We did it with smallpox and polio, and 2022 will be a year in which we make significant strides in reaching that goal. Unfortunately, the anti-vax, anti-science crowd is not going away. They were there in the 17th century rioting against vaccines for smallpox. There is no vaccine for stupidity. Omicron is the latest variant. We will have others, and we will run out of Greek letters. The current surge will peak and recede. We are seeing that phenomenon in South Africa. Fully vaccinated is now a basic series of shots. The definition will shortly be a basic series and a booster shot. By the end of 2022, it will be a basic series, a booster and annual shots for the foreseeable future. Persuading the anti-vax population to change their minds and get the shot has been difficult. Public health pronouncements and calls from politicians and celebrities have been only marginally successful. You may hate the idea of mandates, but they work. You need proof of vaccination to travel interna-

tionally but not domestically. That will change in 2022 and be a major boost to increase vaccination rates. Developing vaccines has been a superb effort by science. We now need a vaccine that is effective and safe for the youngest among us. We will have that vaccine in 2022. On Dec. 31, COVID-19 will still be with us, but the pandemic will be far less devastating than it is today. Stay healthy, stay vaccinated and enjoy the new year. Col. USAF Dr. Leonard Kirschner Litchfield Park

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Case of geologist Daniel Cornelius Robinson This letter was sent to Buckeye Police Chief Larry Hall and the West Valley View. Dear Chief Hall: My name is David Robinson II, father of geologist Daniel Cornelius Robinson, who remains missing and is last seen in your jurisdiction of the Buckeye desert just off Sun Valley Parkway and Cactus Road. Daniel, a trained geologist, works for Matrix New World (Matrix Southwest Groundwater) in Phoenix. Daniel was assigned to a project at a well in the Buckeye desert and arrived at that location around 9 a.m. That was the last day that anyone had seen or spoken with Daniel. As you know, I have been conducting organized searches for my son with the aid of volunteers, local Buckeye residents, and other concerned citizens from all over Arizona and the country. Those searches have been going on

for over 20 weeks. During the searches, we have uncovered the remains of other people in that area where my son went missing. I continue my search but have limited time because the site is being developed to bring in a new community. I have requested that your department come out to support my searches that have been going on for over 21 weeks. I thank you for honoring my last request, sending five of your officers and a Razer. In that request, I had a list of resources that I needed to properly do my search of key locations in that desert. I have limited resources that come from my own money and the generosity of ordinary citizens from all over the United States, including Buckeye. Again, my searches have been fruitful in terms of finding clues, items of interest and bringing some form of closure to families who may have been looking for their loved ones. On Jan. 15, I am having my weekly search of the desert in your jurisdiction

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and parts of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land. I will be concentrating on areas not fully searched or documented to have been searched that are related to places reasonable to search in terms of proximity to where my son was last seen, and his vehicle recovered. I once again am inviting your department out to my search for Daniel. I hope to see your department at all my searches going forward to assist me. There are vertical mines in the area not marked as cleared on any police reports or maps to date. These mines are found on Maricopa County, Buckeye and BLM land. The mines are located in close proximity to where my son was last seen on June 23, 2021, and where his Jeep Renegade was found by the rancher on July 19, 2021. Also, we need to revisit and investigate the locations where certified cadaver dogs alerted days after my son’s Jeep was found. There was a different set of dogs who alerted on the same tree on different days. This area is a few hundred feet away from where my son’s vehicle was found. The well where my son was last seen was not checked with cadaver dogs, nor were they searched by underwater cameras. I will need those wells searched and need photocopies of what was or what wasn’t found. There is a well north of where my son worked that also needs to be searched with ca-

daver dogs and underwater cameras. I would need photos of what was and was not found. I request to be part of those searches. What I need is your support, assistance and the proper resources that you have to perform the tasks that I have outlined above. I am requesting that you please provide the cadaver dogs, underwater drones or cameras, aerial support to identify the mines. I have contacted a nonprofit organization called First to Deploy, who has specialized equipment, drones, that have exceptional infrared technology designed for a search like mines. I need a referral from you to have them join in on my search. I ask if you could please contact Gene Robinson and Chris Starnes at 423398-1388, ftdsearch@gmail.com. This service will not cost your department any money for the referral. It’s important to contact this group for its assistance in my searches because I need to clear areas that its technology and drone capabilities can accomplish. I appreciate your assistance with this. We will need all the proper equipment and personnel to properly search the mines. Because the mines that need to be searched are vertical ones, we need to get the air inside them circulated before we move the cadaver dogs in so that they can do their job properly. Against any beliefs, my hope is that we can work together to find my son, geologist Daniel Cornelius Robinson. It has been a long six months of searching on my part, and as always, I would like your assistance and presence at each of them. I have the drive, and you have the resources. Let’s work together to satisfy the strong need to find my son. From this day forward, I would like to utilize my support from the community and your resources to better search for the truths about what happened to my son and his location. If you have any questions and need further information about my searches, please contact me and refer to the website, pleasehelpfinddaniel.com. Thank you. I appreciate your attention. David Robinson II Father of Daniel Robinson

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hat does it mean to be brave? Do you have to be a soldier going into battle? Or a firefighter running into a burning building? Maybe it’s when you jump out of an airplane and hope the parachute opens. Most of us don’t describe ourselves using this word. It seems to be reserved for only those very special people who have courage or endure pain or don’t mind danger. “Wow,” you might say. “That’s not me! I avoid danger, and I’m really not a big fan of pain either!” I would certainly agree. You see, I’m a psychologist. I talk to people for a living. I don’t transplant hearts or save lost puppies. I don’t pull families from raging flood waters, and I don’t even dress up as Santa Claus once a year to delight children. I talk to people, but mostly, I listen.

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I listen to people of all ages describe their sadness, and their grief, and their disappointment. I listen to their anxiety and overwhelming fears, their heartache, and their challenges. People don’t come to see me on their best days or when life is going well. You also talk to people and are often asked to listen. With social media, text, or even in person, you might talk to hundreds of strangers, acquaintances or friends every day. You must decide whether they are having a good day or the worst ever. You differentiate between daily drama or real-life crisis. My job is easier. People expect me to ask questions like, “Are you thinking of hurting yourself or someone else?” That’s not usually how your conversations might go. But maybe that needs to change. Maybe we all need to ask more straightforward questions. For example, “Why do you sound sad?”

“Are you talking about not being here anymore?” “Why are you drawing pictures of someone getting hurt?” If something doesn’t sound right to you, take a risk, and tell someone who is able to intervene. The statistics are alarming! Recently the U.S. surgeon general issued an advisory regarding the seriousness of the mental health crisis affecting our youth today. This hasn’t happened before. In 2019, high school students reported persistent feeling of sadness and hopelessness at an increase of more than 40% since 2009. Suicidal behaviors increased from 2009 to 2019 by 36%. Completing suicide increased by 57%. Now, two years later, and living through the COVID-19 pandemic, symptoms of anxiety and depression among young people have increased dramatically. What does it mean to be brave? It’s

the willingness to no longer remain silent about your pain or someone else’s. It’s the desire to do what’s “right” instead of what’s popular or safe. If you are feeling lost, isolated, or might hurt yourself or someone else, know that you are not alone and there are people who can help. When you hear something that makes you uncomfortable or question someone’s safety, it may be honoring their wishes to stay silent, but it is also taking the easy way out. Afterall, who wants to get involved and risk being unpopular or encourage someone’s anger? What it means to be brave is having the courage to possibly save a life. Don’t leave this up to someone else. You can make a difference. To find out more about how you can help or get help, Attend the virtual conference, Speak Up, Stand Up, Save a Life on Feb. 1. Register online at speakstandsave.com.

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Pandemic response is less than impressive 14

BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist

f there’s one thing that continues to surprise me about the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s not the death toll of 831,000 and rising, or that we’re approaching year three of the presence of the virus in our lives. It’s how poorly we as a nation have handled this public health emergency. When you grow up believing that you live in an exceptional country — a “shining city on a hill,” to borrow a phrase Ronald Reagan borrowed — it’s tough to see that country put in no better than a solid D-plus performance. Graded generously. Where have we gone wrong, you ask? I’d cite three major areas of failure: scientific, journalistic and political. The scientific community performed amazing work creating effective vaccines against COVID-19 at warp speed. Where they’ve fumbled is not

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at the research level, but where nerds stereotypically stumble — communicating with the rest of us. Some of this is to be expected; science is an evolutionary process, forever re-examining, rethinking. Scientists change their minds constantly, especially studying a virus that itself mutates by the day. But with COVID-19, the mind-changes have been so many and so radical, vast swaths of the nation seemed to have simply tuned out. The early days of the pandemic feel quaint now, as does the initial Centers for Disease Control and Prevention mask guidance from the spring 2020. “If you are not sick,” the CDC told us, “you do not need to wear a face mask unless you are caring for someone who is sick (and they are not able to wear a face mask).” We’ve traveled a long, twisty road since then. And thousands of news reporters have squawked about it every step of the way. It’s not the local hacks I have much of a problem with, but more

the national networks and their style of mixing fact and bloviation. CNN, Fox, MSNBC and their ilk have treated a public health emergency like Election Night or a war, bouncing between factual reportage and commentary, until even a sophisticated viewer can’t tell the difference. Then there’s the politicization of the pandemic, using party ID as the metric of truth-telling. To be an independent American watching cable news in 2022 is to be stupefied by how everything — even the basic decision to get a vaccination or wear a mask — is politics today. Speaking of politics, remember President Trump’s ludicrous “15 days to slow the spread” campaign? That was about 666 days ago. Then we had President Biden’s June 2021 “month of action” that was going to launch a “summer of freedom.” Old Joe was positively giddy come Independence Day, delivering news the nation had nearly reached the goal of 70% of adults with at least one vaccination. “This is one of the greatest achieve-

ments in American history, and you, the American people, made it happen,” the president claimed. “We are emerging from one of the darkest years in our nation’s history into a summer of hope and joy.” I guess summer was nice, at least in comparison to Biden’s recent description of how Omicron would create “a winter of severe illness and death for the unvaccinated — for themselves, their families and the hospitals they’ll soon overwhelm.” Except now it seems maybe science has changed its mind on Omicron, which you may or may not have and which may or may not kill you. Except the CDC changed its mind on quarantines, shifting from 10 days to five for those with infections. Except you can’t tell if you’re infected because no home COVID-19 tests are in stock at the drugstore and the news says waits are eternal at testing centers. Of course, the news also says … blah, blah, blah. Like I said, a solid grade of D-plus. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com

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he most transformational event in American history continues to unfold, but both media coverage and public understanding of it remain limited in what is supposed to be the “information age.” For the better part of the last 40 years, with only the quadrennial span from 2017 until 2021 providing a respite, an illegal invasion across our southern border has been conducted. It picked up again in January of last year, following the inauguration of Joe Biden. Now, it is worse than ever. And Arizona is “Ground Zero.” Our nation’s “fiscal New Year’s Day” occurred on Oct. 1 of last year, and in the first two months of FY 2022, the Yuma Border Sector bore the brunt of illegal immigration. To say “migrant encounters” with U.S. Customs & Border

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Protection rose exponentially is putting it mildly — in numerical terms, they increased 2,647% from the same period 12 months earlier. By December, while children in the city of Yuma sang “Santa Claus is Coming to Town,” city officials realized that scores of people who entered the country illegally would precede the Jolly Old Elf. During a five-day stretch early that month, more than 6,000 people entered the country illegally and made their way through the city limits; by Dec. 9 the influx forced Mayor Douglas Nicholls to declare a local “state of emergency.” The mayor’s proclamation of emergency could be interpreted as an exercise in “diplomatic understatement.” Perhaps Mayor Nicholls perceived that politically correct language would find favor in the Biden White House, so the document described the “humanitarian crisis and threat of injury, damage and suffering to persons or property, including to the migrant families temporarily located in the city of Yuma.”

Nice touch, that. If one thing has become crystal clear in the first year of Joe Biden’s residency at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, it is that he and his administration place a higher emphasis on the well-being of noncitizens than the concerns and complaints of law-abiding, tax-paying citizens. So, the mention of “migrant families” would attract interest from the Biden Bunch. After all, those people will wind up as citizens — and voters — as soon as Ol’ Joe and beleaguered House and Senate Democrats find enough “Open Border Republicans” to enact a total and unconditional amnesty. And when that happens — if that happens — it would mean complete and abject surrender of our national sovereignty, rejection of our national heritage, and abdication of our capacity for self-governance. Instead, our future would be controlled by “newcomers,” enticed by the promise of unfettered benefits passed along by their new relative — an indulgent “Uncle Sam.” The political implications are obvious.

But this goes far beyond the political equation. Sadly, in post-9/11 America, politicians of both parties have failed to see this for what it is: a direct threat to our national security and our very survival. Instead, they mistake it for a political problem to be managed … and exploited. Sure enough, Gov. Doug Ducey paid a visit to Yuma two days prior to Mayor Nicholls issuing his emergency proclamation. Before the TV cameras, backed by state, local and federal officials, the governor was in fine fettle, at least politically speaking. “Mr. President, do something, do anything,” he said. While that press event was taking place, and within view of the TV cameras, some illegal aliens were doing something — they were unlawfully entering our nation. J.D. Hayworth represented Arizona in the U.S. House from 1995-2007. He authored and sponsored the Enforcement First Act, legislation that would have mandated enforcement of Federal Immigration Law in the 109th Congress.

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Arizona Public Service: HUBWest Development The APS development, referred to as APS HUBWest, will serve as the central ﬁeld operations “hub” for APS’ Western Metro service territory. Located in Buckeye at the northwest corner of MC85 and SR85, the 83-acre site is being developed in two phases. “This is 83 acres that will be home to over 200 APS employees,” said Jacob Tetlow, senior vice president of operations. “They will be responsible for building out and maintaining the electrical infrastructure that’s going to serve and support the growth in the West Valley. Arizona Public Service is designing for the future and is proud to start construction on what we’re calling HUBWest. It’s a very important facility right here in Buckeye that will help facilitate not only growth in Buckeye but the entire West Valley.” Tetlow said the employees who will be located at HUBWest are tasked with building and maintaining the electrical infrastructure needed to serve the families and the businesses who are

increasingly making the West Valley their homes. The purpose of HUBWest is to bring materials closer to where APS is building the electrical infrastructure needed to serve the West Valley, while enabling the company to optimize material storage and handling. “It’s really an exciting project,” Tetlow said. “APS, along with our architectural partner, Arrington Watkins, and of course McCarthy Construction, who will be constructing the facility, put a lot of hard work and thought into how to best utilize this 83-acre site to support the growing West Valley and our evolving APS employee workforce.” Mayor Eric Orsborn said he and the city welcome the project, as it will serve Buckeye’s continued growth. “With nearly 100,000 residents, the city of Buckeye is still only 5% built out, and this will help our city for tomorrow,” Orsborn said. For more information, visit aps.com. Question: Whatever happened to the Wellspring Park construction project in Goodyear? Answer: According to Goodyear’s economic development team, on Feb. 24, 2021, the Wellspring Park Conservancy Board voted to shutter the nonproﬁt. Although visionary, efforts to gain momentum to complete the project were unfruitful. The land is owned by the city of Goodyear, and city council will consider a new vision for the area.

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Marine veteran brings TruBlue Total House Care to the WV BY LAUREN SERRATO

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ames Whitaker, a Marine veteran and Avondale resident, is opening a new TruBlue Total House Care location that will serve Litchfield Park, Goodyear, Avondale and the surrounding areas. TruBlue provides house care services like chores, home repairs, house cleaning and yardwork for adults, including seniors. The home-maintenance franchise also works with homeowners, Realtors and property managers who need to quickly prepare homes for move-in and keep them maintained. Whitaker refers to the business as a “one-calldoes-it-all solution” as TruBlue’s technicians will travel to complete various house care needs. Whitaker, who also working for 20 years in the transportation industry, said he’s excited for the opportunity to serve a community he’s been a part of since 2005. “It is the first time I’ve owned a business, so it is a mixture of excitement and terror, but we are excited to be in the community and to be able to help people and hopefully bring knowledge and providing the ability for people to understand safety for seniors aging in place and fall prevention and everything in between,” Whitaker said. As a new business owner, Whitaker said he is passionate about helping seniors — and their caregivers — stay safe and comfortable in their own homes. “Our company’s objective and main mission really is to help people age in place safely, for as long as they can,” he said. “That’s brought about through home safety assessments, safety modifications and home maintenance, whether it’s quarterly or monthly maintenance for people to be able to help them stay in their homes as long as they can. That’s really what we want to offer to people.” An owner since October, Whitaker opened to the public on Jan. 1.

“It’s very new for me, and we are the first owners here in the Phoenix metro area,” he said. “Overall, it’s been great, and we have a great team. “Obviously every business wants to make money. That’s why you open up the business, but I think, at heart, this company truly does have a desire to help people, equally to being profitable. That’s something that’s important to me — really wanting to help people. Plus, I think that everyone is just really positive and really great people are part of this team.” The first-time businessowner said his experience as a Marine prepared him for TruBlue. “In the transportation business, you have a great deal of interaction with people across all different sectors, different backgrounds,” he said. “Being able to interact with people of all different sorts of backgrounds is helpful. As for the Marine Corps, it typically plays to a certain type of person, very dedicated, very loyal. And that is where I think the company thrives. You have people that are dedicated, that are loyal, that have a specific mission in mind, and that’s what we’re striving to do, is to help people, especially people that are looking to age in place in their homes.” A 17-year West Valley resident, Whitaker said he’s proud to open TruBlue in an area that is experiencing continual rapid growth. “We’re really, truly starting to see the West Valley grow, from opening up the stadium to all the shopping all the way from Tolleson to Goodyear,” he said. “It’s just so good to be a part of that. Now that we’re opening this business, it’s good, even though it’s in very stressful, uncertain times. It’s a great opportunity.”

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Avondale ﬁlmmaker brings home ‘Lucid’ BY MADISON PERALES AND CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Staff Writers

hen Avondale resident Ramiro Villagomez finished his feature film “Lucid,” the goal was recognition. In 2021, he certainly received that. “Lucid” was awarded best feature film by the Hollywood Boulevard Film Festival, and it screened at the Culver City Film Festival as well. Now the La Jolla High School graduate is taking it to home to the Valley for the Chandler International Film Festival at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, at LOOK Dine-In Cinemas Chandler. “Everyone on the team wants to get recognition so we can get jobs with the

big studios such as Universal Studios or Lionsgate,” said Villagomez, who served as writer, director and co-producer. Co-produced with El Mirage’s Obed Casillas, the 110-minute film tells the story of Zey, an 18-year-old boy who tries to overcome his challenges with the supernatural. It stars Ian T. Segears, a former Avondale resident who recently moved to Downtown LA, and David W. Rice of San Tan Valley. “The movie is a family drama involving love and death, but at the same time, there’s trippy imagery and horror,” Villagomez said. “But at its core, it’s an emotional drama.” A former airman stationed at Luke Air Force Base, Segears said he could relate to his character of Zey.

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“His dad passes purpose is to evoke feelaway,” said Segears, ings. He’s hoping that’s whose father also died. what “Lucid” does. “I thought this film “The best movies out was made for me. I there meet the goal of thought I was meant to making a feeling come be in this. My basic reout of you,” Villagomez quirements were, is the said. “If a comedy exfilm going to be done ceeded in making you and made with passion laugh, it did its job. It’s behind it. Ramiro ingoing to be an impactvested these things into ful, emotional story that it, and it was perfect.” has a great message, and Outside of the com- Ian T. Segears, a former Avon- you will fall in love with mon theme of death, dale resident who recently the characters. Segears said he and Zey moved to Downtown LA, stars “But, at the same time, are different. Zey deals as Zey in the feature ﬁlm “Lu- you’re going to have fun cid.” (Photo courtesy of Ian T. Segears) with his father’s death with it because it’s going with astral projection, an intentional to have horror stuff alongside it. It’ll be out-of-body experience. a fun ride and might make you cry.” “You lay down and have this out-ofA typical independent film budget starts body experience,” Segears said. “You at $100,000. Villagomez and his crew crelook down at your body, you can see ated “Lucid” on a shoestring budget. your body and move around the world. “We spent $2,500 on the movie,” “With Zey’s power, he can actually Villagomez said. “I like making things manipulate the things around him. He that are pretty cheap look high budget.” gets into mischief. We’re watching him The quality, however, goes beyond go through that and explore this power. any dollar amount. Even though they He tries his best to figure out life with didn’t spend a lot of money on the his teenage mind and try to make the production of the film, Villagomez beright choices.” lieves the story is what makes it great.” Segears said Villagomez discovered “The story part is the hard thing,” him through Instagram after looking at Villagomez said. “Money can make hashtags for actors. Coincidentally, the your visual, audio and special effects two found out they were both in Avondale. look better, but if you’ve got the story “I never met anyone making a film in down, you’re good to go.” Avondale,” Segears said with a laugh. Inspiration is aplenty for producers, If You Go... but Villagomez had a different thought WHAT: “Lucid” for “Lucid.” WHEN: 8 to 9:50 p.m. Wednesday, “I have so many ideas all the time, Jan. 19 and they come from me listening to WHERE: LOOK Dine-In Cinemas music,” Villagomez said. “If I’m in Chandler as part of the Chandler the car or just lying down listening to International Film Festival, 1 W. Chanmusic, that’s when the ideas start to dler Boulevard, Chandler unfold. I could just picture all of the COST: $12 scenes happening through the emoINFO: eventbrite.com, tions and melodies of the songs.” chandlerﬁlmfestival.com/tickets Villagomez said he believes film’s

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New musical honors military exploits of women in WWI BY BRIDGETTE M. REDMAN

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fter spending her childhood on Luke Air Force Base, Rosemarie Chandler finds it fitting that she’s playing one of the first women in combat during World War I in “The Hello Girls” by the Phoenix Theatre Company. “The Hello Girls,” which runs through Jan. 30, stars Chandler as Grace Banker, a switchboard operator in charge of a corps of women who went overseas during World War I. The daughter of two military parents, Chandler lived on Luke AFB in the mid-1990s at the age of 4. She recalled her parents attending a charity ball and leaving her older brother in charge. Instead of listening to him, she locked herself and her best friend’s neighbor in her dad’s military closet filled with freshly pressed and dry-cleaned suits. “I started doing makeup and got makeup all over his ﬂight suits and dress suits,” Chandler said. “My mom came home, and she was furious.” Her younger brother is now stationed at Luke Air Force Base. During visits, she hears stories from female lieutenants. “It’s definitely been hugely impactful to understand that part of my mom and also what it is like to be a woman in general in the military today,” Chandler said. “They’ve come so far and made great strides, but I think there are still ways we can become even more inclusive.” Her mother was a protocol officer in the Navy for Adm. William Crowe and

traveled around the world with him. It was also how her parents met. “They held the same rank,” Chandler said. “I love that part of their story. The first time he walked into the office, my mom was doing paperwork. She didn’t even look up, she just handed him his paperwork and said, ‘Here you go, Mr. Chandler.’ My dad was smitten right away and went about pursuing her.”

Uncharted waters The women in “The Hello Girls” had a more challenging route, as there were no women in the military. The musical is a modern retelling of a critical part of history in the struggle for women’s rights. The women were part of the Signal Corps Female Telephone Operators Unit, typically known as “The Hello Girls.” They were bilingual telephone operators who helped turn the tide in World War I and fought to make their way to the front lines. After the war, they spent decades fighting for equality and recognition. The story jumped out at Cara Reichel, the show’s director and co-writer. “As someone who makes musicals, I’m always on the lookout for stories and ideas,” Reichel said. “I kind of have a mental Rolodex of things. I remember clearly when I first encountered their story — a very brief mention of them in a larger documentary on the history of women in the military. The name was ‘Unsung Heroes,’ and I thought maybe someone should sing about these women.” Reichel co-wrote the musical with

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her husband, Peter Mills. The couple, along with college friends, founded the Prospect Theater in New York 20 years ago. “The Hello Girls” premiered there. “This show is an opportunity to tell a slice of history that had a significant impact on women’s rights in our country but isn’t very well known,” Reichel said. “The characters depict real-life military heroines who disrupted the status quo during the early 20th century and helped pivot the first world war’s out- Rosemarie Chandler as Grace Banker and Gabrielle Smith as Suzanne Prevot in The Phoenix Theatre Company’s production of come.” “The Hello Girls.” (Photo by Reg Madison Photography) The National Endowment for the Arts commissioned They also researched how the switch“The Hello Girls,” and she and Mills boards worked. The song “Connected” researched these women’s stories. teaches the audience and the charac“We came across a lot of fun things ters how switchboards work. It’s also that inspired songs,” Reichel said. a metaphor for voices coming together. “One of the earliest songs was actually The music immediately inspired the title song. That was inspired by a Chandler. particular article we read in the Army “Just the way the writers Peter Mills newspaper, Stars and Stripes. It had a and Cara Reichel capture moments writeup for the Hello Girls, and it was that are so tense, such as when they’re interesting to see how the men in the sailing across the Atlantic,” Chandler Army thought about them. There were said. “It gives me goosebumps. Then, some sexist perceptions, but there was at the end of the play we come together also a real positivity that they were as an ensemble and sing about making helping in the war effort.” history. We ask the audience the quess Been Pete’s Ha Fried eep Serving D s For Goodnes ars! Over 74 Ye

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Rosemarie Chandler, who lived at Luke Air Force Base as a child, plays Grace Banker in The Phoenix Theatre Company’s production of “The Hello Girls.” (Photo by Reg Madison Photography)

tion, ‘How do you want to make an impact?’” The music, she said, spans many genres. “There’s your classic Broadway number titled ‘The Hello Girls’ when they first arrive in Paris and the doughboys are thrilled to have American operators,” she said. “It’s a Broadway dance number. You even have a rock number called ‘The Front’ where the girls get together and agree that they need to get to the front whatever it takes and they make a pact to make it happen.” She said recurring musical phrases define the characters. “If I could describe the music in two words, it is smart and moving,” Chandler said. “It’s really just an honor and a joy to be able to sing it.” “The Hello Girls” premiered in New York in 2018 and received three Drama Desk Award nominations for outstanding musical, music and lyrics. “It still feels relevant,” Reichel said. “We are fighting the war against COVID. This requires us to come to-

gether as a society and solve problems. I hope that the show will have an even deeper resonance given what we are going through. We were just really grateful that the Phoenix Theatre reached out to us and wanted to tell the story here in this community. “It’s not only a celebration and testament to the Hello Girls, but the arc of the story really turns to the audience and makes us ask a question of them. I hope the audiences walk away from it asking how they want to answer the call in their life and how do want to make an impact on people. That’s all that really matters at the end of the day. Without each other, we would be nothing.”

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ar fish, weighing in at over 200 pounds and stretching 7 feet in length, now call the massive Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park’s River Monster exhibit their home. “Fortunately, we can provide these incredible and huge fish the space they need to thrive and be ambassadors to the public, helping their wild counterparts that are struggling to exist,” said Kristy Hayden, media relations director. Other River Monster arrivals include the sharp-toothed, red-bellied piranha and the giant black pacu. The Wildlife World Zoo has wel-

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Superintendent Yslas sets goals for 2022 BY SUPERINTENDENT MARK YSLAS

Communicate who we are — and who we are not

National news often focuses on stories about divisive issues in faraway places, which do not resemble what we are doing here in our district. So, I will share who we are (and who we are not) throughout the year. This will include clearly stating our values and beliefs as educators as well as how we are different from other districts around the state and nation.

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appy New Year to the West Valley from Agua Fria High School District. I am not sure where the tradition/custom of creating resolutions for the new year originated. But with the start of 2022 comes the opportunity to reset, refocus energy and declare goals. After my first six months serving our community, I have listened and learned a lot. So, in the spirit of creating resolutions, and as the leader of the district, I would like share my3 WVV Qrter Page Ad (4.9to x 4.9).pdf community goals for 2022.

Strengthen our commitment to parents as partners In other parts of the country, parents and school districts seem to be working12:16 against each other instead of 1/10/22 PM being partners in education. At Agua

Fria High School District, we firmly believe that parents matter. We recognize the incredible importance of working together to ensure every student has a pathway to their dreams. In addition to learning the three Rs (reading, writing and arithmetic), we are committed to building character in our kids so when they become adults, they have learned honor and integrity and value an honest day’s work for an honest day’s pay.

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I think most will agree that being trustworthy is a must-have quality in one’s character. As such, the district is committed to being transparent, honest and — most of all — fiscally responsible to each and every taxpayer. We will operate within our means and provide clear, understandable communications about our finances without too much bureaucratic jar-

gon. We recognize and respect that the taxpayers entrust the district to be responsible for the funds we receive and promise to be good stewards of every penny. My mom always told me it is much easier to create goals than to keep them. So, I will hold the district and myself accountable to the community by providing monthly updates on the progress regarding these goals. Coming in February, information will be shared about what and how we teach and what is not part of our curriculum and classroom practices. Here’s where I need your help. Please provide me with feedback after every monthly update. Your input will help shape the future of education and create the best high school district in the nation. I can be reached at myslas@aguafria.org. Happy New Year.

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Goodyear rec campus gives youth work experience BY LAUREN SERRATO

floor and special events. “As supervisors, we give the kids some feedback on their work performance, have discussions with them if they’re not showing up for their shift, or do something that’s considered inappropriate or unprofessional,” she said. “On the other side of it is at the end of the session, they’ll get a letter of completion that they can give to potential employers or to colleges, as well as each of the workshops that we’ll have in the summer.” In addition to the work experience, the kids will participate in “Lunch and Learn” classes to prepare them for their first jobs and college. “This will include professional development, mental health, work-life balance classes, financial literacy, resume writing and interview skills,” Stipe said. “Community members who would like to give back and present to these kids are more than welcome to reach out to me as well if they have something that they want to mentor and give a Lunch and Learn.” Applications will be accepted through Tuesday, Jan. 18. Interviews will then be conducted, and 15 kids will be selected. “Part of the interview process will include feedback on how they did in their interview, what went well, and what to work on in the future,” Stipe said. Applicants can list their availability to work shifts at the recreation campus. Shifts are available on school nights from 4 to 7 p.m., early release days from 2 to 5 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. Workshops and shifts will take place on different nights, so all participants

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est Valley kids can add work experience to their resumes, thanks to a new program at the 48,000-square-foot Goodyear Recreation Campus. Dawn Stipe, recreation coordinator, said GRC University is an opportunity for young adults to give back to their communities, while gaining experience that will prepare them for the workforce. “It’s basically an opportunity for young adults to gain some volunteering hours here at our recreation campus, as well as prepare themselves to be workplace ready,” Stipe said. “They’ll be working shifts at the recreation campus as a volunteer, but then also there’s a component of professional development workshops and staff development.” Stipe said this free program, which begins Jan. 29, is primarily geared toward teens ages 13 to 15, because they’re too old to participate in the youth programs and day camps but too young to work. “It gives them the opportunity to do something outside of school hours or their summer hours to be involved,” she said. “Also, it does give them a leg up in an interview process to be part of the Goodyear Recreation Campus team and really learn from everyone who works here, both part-time staff and full-time staff, and learn what it takes to really be ready for the workforce when you are old enough to work at places of employment.” GRC-U participants can work in various roles around the campus, including the welcome center, gymnasium, fitness

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Julia Duff of Litchfield Park passed away December 26, 2021 at Banner Boswell Medical Center. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Sue Duff of Asheville, NC and grand daughter, Nakiska Duff of Hendersonville, NC. A memorial service will be held to remember her on Friday, February 4 at 10:00 AM at the Church at Litchfield Park. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in her honor to the Friends of the Litchfield Park Library.

Barb was born and raised in Edna, Kansas – which to this day remains a rural, one stop sign town. Her parents owned one of the original “Baby” Bell companies, and their family was instrumental in connecting their very rural Kansas community to the rest of the world. Her childhood was one spent managing the community switch board, and climbing phone poles to keep the lines live during the wild Kansas weather. She attended the University of Kansas, where she received her degree in Education and met the man with whom she would navigate life, Bill Brainard. They were married for 65 years and lived out loud their marriage vows. The two small town Kansas kids took on big challenges, including serving a tour of duty in Japan during the Vietnam War. Barb taught at Narimasu Elementary School in Yokohoma, Japan while Bill was a lead medical officer treating critically wounded soldiers. In 1969, while living in Japan, Barb was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. She was in her early 30s and had three young children. Her doctors advised her to “figure out who would raise her children” as she’d not likely live to see them graduate from high school. Rather than give up, Barb and Bill locked arms and battled her disease together. They did not allow it to define their lives. She ultimately raised four children and led a very active life. In fact, until the disease finally made it impossible for her to walk without a

cane, most of her closest friends and confidants had no idea she’d been battling MS for decades. After 17 years in the military, the couple took a chance and joined a band of military doctors who served together in Japan to form what would become the nucleus of specialty practices in Phoenix, Arizona. Barb became entrenched in the Arizona Medical Auxiliary, which delivered community programming – including baby-sitter training and other certification courses for teens – programs that still exist today. Ultimately, the couple landed in their beloved Litchfield Park, AZ, where they raised four children and have lived for nearly 50 years. Barb was a tireless community servant; she served nearly 20 years as a Litchfield Elementary School District Board Member and four terms on the Litchfield Park City Council. She owned a small business and was a self-taught computer programmer in the late 1970s. Two of her daughters subsequently built careers in the tech sector, and often wonder what their mother’s career might have looked like had she been born 30 years later. Barb’s oldest daughter inherited her passion for education and community service and is following her path as a teacher city council woman. What we remember and honor the most is a mother and wife who was ever-present and fearless. She beat the odds of MS with her infamous mind-over-matter approach, a sense of humor, and humility. She is greatly missed, but we rejoice in the idea that she is literally “running” with the angels in a body that mirrors her indomitable spirit and is hugging her oldest child, Scott, who passed away in 2006. A memorial service for Barbara be will be held at the Church of Litchfield Park, 300 N. Old Litchfield Road, on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or Hospice of the Valley.

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Charles McErlean Jr. Charles F McErlean, Jr (aka: Chick or Chuck) of Pebble Creek Resort Community died on 12/23/21 in Goodyear, AZ. Born 11/23/38 in Detroit MI to Charles Sr. & ThChaeodora McErlean. Chuck attended Fenwick High School in suburban Chicago, graduating with honors before enrolling at Georgetown University in Washington DC. He followed in his Dad’s footsteps, both in attending Georgetown and becoming an Attorney. During his college years, he picked up the game of golf and began a lifelong love of the game. Upon graduation, Dad enrolled in Law School at Notre Dame University and upon graduation, joined the Naval Academy as an Officer in the Judge Advocates office, stationing in DC and eventually Camp LeJuene (NC) before his Honorable Discharge. Upon his military service, he joined United Airlines in their Legal Department, starting a 34-year career that spanned both the regulated & deregulated airline industry, offering many legal challenges that Dad successfully accomplished. Some of his highest accolades came from his work with Boeing, General Electric & General Dynamics, negotiating complex, multi-million dollar deals to help accelerate United’s growth to become the world’s largest airlines. Chuck also found time during his military career to start a family, bringing son James Patrick and daughter Laura Jean into his family by way of adoption. Upon accepting his job at United, Chuck completed his family with Kelly Lynn, however, that’s not where the family story ends. During his life, Dad enjoyed attending many ac-

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tivities and functions with his 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren: sports/games/competitions, school concerts and graduations topped this list, except when he wanted to teach one of us the game of golf. Upon retirement, Dad started his “fur” family, the fourlegged friends that became a very important part of his life. Starting with Sparky & Susie, Dad’s fur family was all about rescuing his little buddies. Dad added Buster & Teddy to complete the fur family. Buster and Teddy remain in the extended McErlean family. Dad’s life in retirement, in addition to his family, was centered around the Pebble Creek community. He was active with the Bunker Busters and various golf groups. He enjoyed spending time with the Singles Group, hosting movie nights and attending dinner nights in the West Valley. However, his favorite activity was the Sunday Brunch group at Eagle’s Nest, where he and his friends spent nearly every Sunday solving the world’s problems. Charles is survived by his daughters, Laura Enright and Kelly Hunt; son, Jim McErlean; and brother, Robert McErlean. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles McErlean, Sr; mother, Thedora McErlean; sister, Mollie McErlean, beloved dogs, Sparky McErlean, and Susie McErlean; and many beloved family and friends. Visitation held at Thompson Funeral Chapel on Sunday, Jan 9th at 1p (to 4p). A recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin 9:30am with a memorial mass following at St. John Vianney’s on Jan 12th at 10am. Burial will be at the National Memorial Cemetery of AZ on Jan 12th at 12:30pm (prompt): 23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024. The family suggests that donations be made to Sun Valley Animal Shelter in Glendale AZ.

Terri Lynn Hahn, age 63, of Buckeye, AZ passed away from complications of ALS (Lou Gehrig's) on December 30, 2021. Terri was born on September 23, 1958 in San Manuel, Arizona. She married David Hahn in 1975 and she graduated from San Manuel High School in 1976. They started their family and had three children together. Terri attended Glendale Community College and earned her Nursing degree in 1983. She worked at Maryvale Hospital for several years and then joined the practice of Park Avenue OB/GYN in Phoenix, AZ. She furthered her education and obtained her Nurse Practitioner license in 1994. Terri dedicated her life to helping others and stayed with the practice until her ALS diagnosis in October of 2020. Terri remarried in 1996 to Lance Knight of Buckeye, AZ. She was best known for her positive attitude and caring for others. She enjoyed cooking and baking for her family. Sundays were reserved for family time and a home cooked meal. She leaves behind her husband, Lance Knight; mother Janet Thurman; and her three children: Rick (Tiffany) Hahn, Jarrod (Amanda) Hahn, and Lynsey Clay. Terri had eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father Yvon Cooper and her sister Renee Tafoya. Services will be held on Thursday, January 13th, 2022 at 11:00 at Summit Community Church, 20555 W. Roosevelt Street, Buckeye, AZ.

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James O. Martin, 93, passed away on December 12, 2021 in Arizona following a short illness. J.O., as he was affectionately called by friends and family, was born on November 9, 1928, in Huron, South Dakota to Glenn O. and Myrtle Martin. His elementary, high school, and first year of college were spent in Huron, followed by three years at South Dakota State University where he graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering. He played Jackrabbit baseball and served on the SDSU University Student Council. Following graduation he proudly served in the Korean War as a fighter pilot with the United States Air Force (USAF). After returning to civilian life, he was a Captain and Flight Manager with United Airlines before retiring in 1991 after 33 years in Chicago. The highlight of his flying years came when he joined the Lima Lima Aerobatic Flight Team, a civilian precision formation flying demonstration team based in Naperville, Illinois. Jim performed in air shows across the nation, often cheered on by family, and he made many friends along the way. His “happy place” truly was among the clouds, flying freely through the skies. A long time resident of PebbleCreek, he was an avid skier, golfer, and tennis player and a true friend to all who knew him. He was inspired and driven throughout his life to support the many and varied charities that served the needs of people in our country and world. He is survived by his beloved wife of 71 years, Arlene Johnson Martin, and his children - Kim Paschal (Jim-deceased), Jon Martin (Rita) and Wendy Landers (Tom), grandchildren - Amanda Martin, Nate Martin, Corey Landers, Colleen Landers and great granddaughter Olivia Rhodes. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Glenn and Myrtle, and his sister Betty Schuelke. Memorials may be sent to Homeless Youth Connection at 9950 West Van Buren, Suite 114, Avondale, AZ 85323 or Evans Scholars Foundation at 2501 Patriot Blvd., Glenview, IL 60026-8022.

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Robert Barker

Robert F. Barker (Bob), 82 passed away peacefully on December 25, 2021 at Abrazo Hospital in Goodyear. Bob was born September 15, 1939 in Phoenix, AZ. Visitation was held January 12 at Thompson Funeral Chapel. A funeral mass was held at St. Thomas Aquinas on January 12, followed by burial at Holy Cross Cemetery in Avondale, Arizona. To leave the family condolence and read the full obituary, please visit www.thompson funeralchapel.com/obituary/Robert-Barker

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Mr. John Hammond Jr., 75, of Goodyear, Arizona died December 22, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. He was born November 16, 1946 in Brooklyn, New York to John Hammond Sr. and Helen Mislosky. A visitation was held January 4, 2022 at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona. A mass will be held at a later date at St. Bernard Church in Brooklyn, New York. To read the full obituary and leave the family condolences, visit www.thompsonfuneral chapel.com/obituary/John-Hammond-Jr

Georgia Themia Lord Georgia Themia Lord, Mayor of Goodyear, AZ, passed away Dec. 12, 2021 at the age of 83, surrounded by family and friends. As a politician, wife, and mother, she was known for her poise and polish and a rare mix of outspokenness and diplomacy. Born April 23, 1938 in Lansing, Michigan to Greek immigrants, her early school years were spent in the rural community of Round Lake. She recalled lean years during the war and its aftermath, but they were happy times. As the wife of a career Air Force Ofﬁcer and pilot, Georgia moved frequently and her ability to lead others was a gift that served her well anywhere she lived. When she and husband Ron were assigned to Bonn, Germany to serve in the ofﬁce of military attaché, Georgia’s style, charm, and diplomacy shined as the couple found themselves immersed in the intrigue of the Cold War among allied nations. Back in the States, Georgia had a successful real estate career in Virginia. Once retired, Georgia and Ron sought out a place to call home. Georgia loved the southwestern friendliness of the Goodyear community. Local leaders quickly recognized that certain something Georgia possessed and asked her to lead the Goodyear City Center Committee. It was at age of 65, her political career was born. She was elected to the Goodyear City Council in 2005 and was elected mayor in 2011, a seat she held until her passing.

Among many other awards, she received an honorary Doctorate of Public Administration from Franklin Pierce University in 2019 and was named one of the “50 Most Inﬂuential Women in Arizona Business” by Arizona Business Magazine in 2014. Her legacy will also live on through her crowning achievement, the development of the Goodyear Civic Square at GSQ, which will open in summer of 2022. She was a role model to many, immensely passionate about her city, and was a dedicated public servant. Though warm and kind, she was also known for being very forthright and relished the opportunity to speak frankly. She was witty and her strength was unmatched. Georgia is proceeded in death by her husband Ron Lord, parents Margaret and George Cotsikas, brother Nicholas J. Cotsikas. She is survived by Kimberly Lord Stewart and spouse Richard Glenn Stewart; son Shane Jeffrey Lord; daughter Cassandra Louise Lord and spouse Phillip Gerard; daughter Tiffany Lord Arnaldo and spouse Edgar (Joe) Fabila Arnaldo; James D. Archer, the father of their daughter Kimberly, as well as four grandsons, and four great grandchildren. Her celebration of life will be held Jan. 21, 2021, 10:30am (MST). Please see www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com for details on parking and alternate location for weather. To watch the celebration of life online, see the City of Goodyear facebook page at 10:30 am, https://www.facebook.com/goodyearazgov. In lieu of ﬂowers, please see the Thompson Funeral website for condolences and legacy projects in Mayor Lord’s name. Funeral services under the direction of Thompson Funeral Services.

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On December 29, 2021, Bettyann Baumgartner, age 85, formerly of Goodyear, Arizona, was called home to be with the Lord. Bettyann was born on February 12, 1936 in New Brunswick, New Jersey to Alexander Nagy and Elizabeth Farkas Nagy, both deceased. She graduated from New Brunswick High School in 1954. Bettyann was married on November 22, 1958 to Leon Baumgartner at St. Peter's Catholic the Apostle Church in New Brunswick, New Jersey. After moving to Texas, she attended night classes for college. She earned her Bachelor's Degree from Laredo State University. She worked for Johnson & Johnson in the Specification Department, was then transferred to Sherman, Texas where she worked in the Bacteriology Lab and an Analytical Lab. She was then transferred to Laredo, Texas where she worked in a twin plant operation. In 1982, she was transferred to El Paso, Texas where she continued work in twin plant operations. Bettyann oversaw the introduction of new hospital packs, gowns and head covers. She retired in 1994 as a Vice President in the Surgikos Division of Johnson & Johnson, however, with her drive she continued to consult for a few years thereafter. Leon and Bettyann moved to PebbleCreek in March 1998 to a spacious house on Eagle's Nest side and then moved to the Tuscany side in 2003. Bettyann was active in both the "9" and "18" Hole Women's Golf Groups until she fell in 2016 and had to give up playing in league golf. In 2015, she was asked to take over the Treasurer's Job for the newly organized PebbleCreek Putter's Club. She was also President of the Putter's Club from 2016-2018. She was a devout member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church family and worked for a few years in the Church Gift Shop. She is survived by her niece, Crystal Nagy Kashinsky and her husband, Robert "Kash" Kashinsky. She is predeceased by her husband of 55 years Leon Baumgartner, her parents, Alexander George Nagy and Elizabeth Farkas Nagy, and her beloved brother, Alexander Frank Nagy. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Diabetes Foundation, Kidney Foundation and the American Heart Association. Services were held at Thompson Funeral Chapel, Goodyear, Arizona on January 5th. Immediately following was a mass of Catholic rite at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Avondale, Arizona. Bettyann was very loving and was very loved. She will be missed sorely yet remembered fondly. God Bless.

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Mrs. Elizabeth Angela Cluff O'Shana, 51, of Goodyear, Arizona died December 26, 2021 at her home in Goodyear. She was born September 22, 1970 to Maurice Cluff and Rosemary Shambaugh in Phoenix, Arizona. She is survived by her husband Christopher O'Shana; daughters Victoria and Veronique O'Shana; son Camaron (Autumn) Hallford, sister Amanda Simington; and brothers Glenn Simington, Kevin (Charlie) Simington, Mike (Debbie) Simington, Buck Simington, Thomas (Pam) Cluff, and Tony (Charlotte) Cluff. She is also survived by her parents, Jerry and Rose Simington a granddaughter, Sahara O'Shana and a large extended family. Elizabeth had a Master's Degree in Education from Grand Canyon University and taught for nine years in the Avondale Elementary School District. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 15 at 1 PM at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona.

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includes labor

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2021

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SENIOR DISCOUNTS • MILITARY DISCOUNTS $

35 OFF

Any Plumbing Service Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 02/28/22

49.95

Water Heater Flush

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PHILLIPS

ROOFING LLC COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL

Family Owned and Operated 43 Years Experience in Arizona Free Estimates Monday through Saturday

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Licensed 2006 ROC 223367 Bonded Insured

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• Shingles

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JANUARY 12, 2022

LOWE$T TA X LOWE$T PRICE

TRADES

WANTED ALL MAKES ALL MODELS SELL OR TRADE YOUR CAR TODAY!

$1,500 OVER

the current Kelley Blue Book value ®

JONES FORD BUCKEYE WILL ALLOW AS MUCH AS $1,500 OVER THE CURRENT KELLEY BLUE BOOK VALUE+

WE NEED YOUR VEHICLE!

24600 W. YUMA ROAD, BUCKEYE JUST SOUTH OF I-10 BETWEEN MILLER AND WATSON ROADS

623.386.4429 | WWW.JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM

All prices and offers cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Prices do not include sales tax, license, $499.00 dealer doc fee and dealer add ons.All vehicles subject to prior sale. Offers valid through 01/18/2022. Sales vehicles may have scratches, dents or dings. *We are looking for 2012 or newer under 100K miles, but will look at all. Vehicle must have a current AZ registration w/non-branded title. +Kelley Blue Book Trade-In Value is adjusted for optional equipment, mileage, and condition, vehicles in excess of 10,000 miles per year will incur a 30 cents per mile deduction. Must be a Box A title and have a clean Car Fax. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Jones Ford Buckeye uses Kelley Blue Book good Trade-In Value and is less reconditioning, miles, and wear and tear.

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