Glendale Star 03-19-2020

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Schools closed, Luke Days canceled

BY TOM SCANLON

Glendale Star Managing Editor

In a few days, Glendale went from “bustling spring” to “nothing-doing spring.”

And for students and parents, “spring break” became “spring break extended.”

Capping a chaotic weekend, during which many districts announced they were closing and others scrambled to make decisions, Gov. Doug Ducey announced all schools in the state would close from Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 27.

“School administrators should develop a plan to continue breakfast and lunch services for Arizona students,” Ducey ordered, noting schools should provide online education.

After international, federal and state

Gov. Doug Ducey announced Sunday, March 15, that Arizona schools will be closed from March 16 through March 27. (Glendale Star file photo)

warnings on the COVID-19 pandemic last week, what seemed to be a domino effect started with the NBA announcing it was

suspending its season indefinitely.

Playoff-hungry Arizona Coyotes fans were primed for a showdown against the Vancouver Canucks Thursday at Gila River Arena — until they learned the NHL also suspended its season.

Late Thursday came a sledgehammer blow to the West Valley: Major League Baseball Commissioner Robert D. Manfred Jr. announced MLB was suspending Spring Training and delaying the start of the 2020 regular season.

Friday morning, another hugely-popular spring tradition tapped out.

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Senior centers close due to COVID-19

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Last week, President Donald Trump, Gov. Doug Ducey and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised those under 60 to avoid crowds and stay home as much as possible, to protect against COVID-19 — which can be deadly for the elderly population.

Senior centers around the West Valley started taking action late last week.

Glendale announced the closure of its senior-oriented adult center on Thursday, March 12.

“The most vulnerable members of our

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community are our senior population.

As a measure of precaution, the city will be closing the Glendale Adult Center effective Saturday, March 14 and will remain closed until further notice. The city will also be suspending senior adult classes and senior gatherings at other city facilities including Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center and our libraries,” said Jay Crandall, a Glendale spokesman.

The Glendale Adult Center had fliers giving an update on the expected closure last week. And, while not very crowded, there were still a few people enjoying the adult center’s amenities before it shuts

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down for the time being.

“I’ll come here until it closes, I guess we just have to be extra careful,” said Sarah Jones, who was outside the center on Wednesday, the day before the closing was announced.

“You know, keep your hands washed and things like that.”

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igate health risks to attendees,” said a release.

“We continue to take the health of our airmen and our community very seriously,” said Brig. Gen. Todd D. Canterbury, 56th Fighter Wing commander.

“This decision to cancel was made after multiple meetings and conversations with our local community leaders and military health officials.”

Then came the school closures.

One West Valley school district after another announced Friday and Saturday schools will be closed as of Monday.

The Peoria Unified School District governing board announced Sunday it would meet Monday to discuss closing its 34 elementary schools and eight high schools.

That was just before Ducey’s pronouncement about state-wide closures, which took the pressure off PUSD and other districts wrestling with closing or remaining open.

PUSD has more than 37,000 students, most residing in Glendale and Peoria.

The PUSD board voted 5-0 Monday, March 16, to allow the district superintendent and/or deputy superintendent to close and open schools through the remainder of the 2019-20 school year.

“This thing changes every single day,” said PUSD Superintendent Linda Palles Thompson. “We did not expect to close it, but now we are. And so we don’t know how long it’s going to be. We are looking at two weeks, but we don’t know if it’s going to be two months, so we need to be fluid, we need to be open.”

According to Sean Duguid, PUSD’s chief operations officer, a representative from the district will call families regularly to check in and see if they have any particular needs.

Sandra Schossow, PUSD’s Food and Nutrition director, said free food will be available for PUSD students and other children in a drive-by fashion starting Monday, March 23. Communication will go out to families as to where these sites will be.

“There’s plenty of food in the food service department,” she said. “We have 28 sites going to be open from 10:30 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday.

The students will come through a drivethrough set-up and lunch will be handed to them along with breakfast for the fol-

This decision to cancel was made after multiple meetings and conversations with our local community leaders and military health officials.

– Brig. Gen. Todd D. Canterbury, 56th Fighter Wing commander

The Luke Air Show that was to feature the Thunderbirds has been grounded, one of many event cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo courtesy U.S. Air Force)

lowing day.”

The Arizona Interscholastic Association Monday banned athletic competition until March 28, with first games tentatively allowed March 30. The AIA left decisions on practices for the district and schools to decide. Danielle Airey, PUSD spokeswoman, said the district teams will not practice prior to March 28 practice.

The Arizona Interscholastic Association Executive Board voted unanimously Monday to hold off on postponing or canceling the spring championship season.

“Our first objective is to get students back into the classroom and then have them return to the athletic arenas when appropriate. As board members we will work diligently with our constituents to ensure a smooth transition back to school as usual,” read a statement by the AIA. The board also noted all fees are to be waived for any competitions canceled or postponed due to the virus. The board states it will continue taking advice from the governor’s office and state health department, making any changes necessary with new information as it comes.

“This is a fluid situation,” said AIA Executive Director David Hines.

‘Time to act’

“Over the past few weeks and in coordination with public health officials, we have been in close communication with school administrators to provide guidance and be a resource as it relates to the recent outbreak of COVID-19,”

Ducey said. “As more schools announce closures and education administrators express staff shortages within their schools, now is the time to act. A statewide closure is the right thing to do. While this measure will not stop the spread of COVID-19, it will bring certainty and consistency in schools across Arizona.”

Ducey stressed schools should continue providing education to students.

“School administrators should make every effort to provide continued education learning opportunities through online resources or materials to be sent home,” he said.

The governor’s decision also took the weight off Glendale Union High School District, which as of Sunday had no plans to close.

Similarly, Superintendent Curtis Finch of the Deer Valley Unified School District sent a letter to parents on March 12. He told families the state had not recommended closing schools, but following the regularly-scheduled spring break, the district will look into more actions.

The Tolleson Union High School governing board voted late afternoon Friday, March 13, to close for two weeks.

Tolleson District includes Copper Canyon High School in Glendale.

Pendergast, Litchfield and Littleton elementary school districts quickly followed on Friday, announcing they will be closed this week.

Other districts, including Agua Fria and Dysart, went back and forth on closing.

Ducey’s decision to close all schools, including charters, overrides district decisions made last week.

Food Bank

Glendale’s largest food bank, Phoenix Rescue Mission’s Hope For Hunger Food Bank, has switched its operations in light of the recent pandemic. The facility is remaining open and has plenty of food, but has switched to a drive-thru operation.

Hope For Hunger allows anyone from any city to take advantage of its services, so long as they bring ID and proof of residence. Hope For Hunger is at 5605 N. 55th Avenue, Glendale.

Hours are 8 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday.

CDC guidance

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued the following guidance on school closures Saturday: “Available modeling data indicates early, short to medium closures do not impact the epi-curve of COVID-19 or available health care measures (hospitalizations). There may be some impact of much longer closures (eight weeks, 20 weeks) further into community spread, but this modeling also shows other mitigation efforts (hand-washing, home isolation) have more impact on both spread of disease and health care measures. In other countries, those places closing school (Hong Kong) have not had more success in reducing spread than those not closing (Singapore).

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and economic impacts and unintended impacts on disease outcomes must be planned for and mitigated. Provision of academic support (e.g., tele-ed), alternatives for school-based meals as well as other services (e.g., behavioral and mental health services) for economically and physically vulnerable children, support for families for whom telework and paid sick leave is not available, ensuring high-risk individuals continue to be protected must all be addressed.

Special consideration must be given for health care workers so school closures do not impact their ability to work.”

Cactus League

Spring Training, which started Feb. 22, was scheduled to continue through March 22.

The last game of the Peoria Sports Complex season turned out to be Wednesday, March 11, a fitting match between the teams calling Peoria home.

The Seattle Mariners defeated the San Diego Padres 4-2. A crowd of 3,660 watched the rain-shortened game, the day before MLB announced baseball was on hold.

“This step is in the best interests of players, employees and the communities who host Spring Training,” Manfred said.

Cactus League fans who planned to watch Mariners and Padres games, now canceled, are eligible for ticket refunds.

“We will inform ticket purchasers of the process to receive a refund as quickly as possible,” said an announcement from MLB. In 2018, the Cactus League generated an economic impact of $644 million.

“The safety of the public is the No. 1 concern of each of our ballparks,” Bridget Binsbacher, the Peoria councilwoman who is the Cactus League executive director, said in a statement.

“Following MLB’s decision to cancel the remaining spring training schedule in response to the coronavirus pandemic, we will support our facilities in their efforts to ensure safety of the fans, teams, employees and media. We understand many fans look forward to Cactus League games and we sympathize with those whose plans were impacted.”

Hockey

The Arizona Coyotes announced a

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partnership with Gila River Arena to support the arena’s part-time and hourly employees previously scheduled to work the remaining Coyotes eight home games through the end of the NHL’s regular-season (April 4). In addition, the Coyotes will support all club parttime and hourly employees during this time.

The NHL announced on March 12 the League would pause the 2019-20 season until further notice. The Coyotes will also pay all Tucson Roadrunners part-time employees impacted by the suspension of American Hockey League play.

“We pride ourselves on treating all our staff and players like they are part of our family,” said Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo. “I value my team members and am committed to making sure everyone remains safe, secure and part of our great team. We are going through a difficult time right now and how we respond to this challenge will define us.

Through our resiliency and our ongoing commitment to our team members, we will emerge from this challenge stronger and more unified.”

City Council Glendale City Council discussed COVID-19 at a workshop Tuesday morning.

Councilwoman Joyce Clark said she doesn’t believe the city is being reactive enough. She asked why we City Manager Kevin Phelps is not taking steps to close local businesses.

“The number in Arizona is low but as we keep testing we’re going to find more,” Clark said. “If we want to stay ahead of the curve we need to (be serious) of social distancing.”

Phelps said they are trying to consider public health while also considering local businesses.

“Some have the ability to weather the storm ... there are people who might lose their jobs,” Phelps said Councilwoman Lauren Tolmachoff She raised her concerns about the lack of communication between the city and public.

Phelps said, “We may be behind in communication, but not planning.”

Octavio Serrano and Eric Newman contributed to this story.

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However, the casino remained open, as of Tuesday, March 17.

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The city of Goodyear canceled “all recreation programs through the end of April.”

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Payne’s new bill would outlaw median hangers

BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

Hanging around a roadway median, for whatever reason, could soon land you in jail.

The state House on Monday gave preliminary approval to make it a Class 3 misdemeanor for a pedestrian to be on a mean “for any purpose other than to cross a street.’’ Violators could be locked up for 30 days and face a $500 fine.

Rep. Kevin Payne, R-Peoria, who is pushing HB 2474 called it a matter of public safety.

“We can’t have people standing out in the medians,’’ he said.

“They distract drivers,’’ Payne continued. “They’re going to get hit. They have been hit in the past.’’

In pushing the bill, the only example he cited was a boy who was on the side of the road, not in a median, who was killed when a truck going around the corner clipped him.

“The same thing could happen if somebody was making a left-hand turn they would go over the median,’’ he said.

But during floor debate Monday, opponents said the legislation ignores the reason some people are in the medians in the first place.

Rep. Richard Andrade, D-Glendale, told colleagues he saw two separate instances just this past weekend in his legislative district.

One, he said, was a family collecting money to get treatment for a child with cancer. The other, said Andrade, were

family members saying they were trying to raise funeral expenses.

“I want everybody to think about this,’’ he said.

“We’re prepared to throw people in jail and fining them to cover costs they can’t cover because they’re not fortunate enough because of a medical emergency, medical condition or a death,’’ Andrade said. “It’s going to imprison people for doing the thing they should be able to do with no problem.’’

Rep. Kirsten Engel, D-Tucson, said the problem with the legislation goes beyond that.

She said it threatens to undermine First Amendment rights of people, not only to solicit funds but also to stand in a median holding protest signs, the kinds of protests Engel said teachers engaged in during the 2018 walkout by Arizona teachers — eventually resulting in Gov. Doug Ducey agreeing to significant raises.

She also suggested it could be used to harass certain people, saying it leaves it up to police to determine whether someone in a median was intending to cross the street.

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Glendale responds to COVID-19 pandemic

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Local and state governments took actions late last week in response to growing concerns about mitigating the COVID-19.

“As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to make headlines and cause concern throughout our communities, the city of Glendale continues to closely watch the outbreak,” said Jay Crandall, a city spokesman. “We are in close contact with the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, which is our local health authority. We follow their guidance and closely track timely updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

“Our number one priority is to protect the health and safety of our employees, residents and visitors.”

The biggest change announced by Glendale last week was the temporary closing a center popular with seniors.

“The most vulnerable members of our community are our senior popula-

tion. As a measure of precaution, the city will be closing the Glendale Adult Center effective Saturday, March 14, and will remain closed until further notice,” Crandall said.

“The city will also be suspending senior adult classes and senior gatherings at other city facilities including Foothills Recreation Aquatic Center and our libraries.”

Other changes: • Beginning on Monday, March 16, meal service for YWCA participants at the Glendale Community Center and Glendale Adult Center will be modified to ensure all participants continue to receive the nutritious.

• Participants in the Glendale Community Center program can come to the Valley West center and receive meals. On Mondays between 11:30 a.m. and noon, participants will receive two meals; and on Wednesdays between 11:30 a.m. and noon, participants will receive three

meals.

• Participants in the Glendale Adult Center program can come to the Valley West center and receive meals. On Tuesdays between 11:30 a.m. and noon, they will receive 2 meals; and on Thursdays between 11:30 a.m. and noon, participants will receive 3 meals. The Valley West Senior Center is at 8561 W. 61st Avenue, Glendale. For more information, call 602-258-0990.

After new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations and Gov. Doug Ducey’s urgings to limit crowds, Glendale announced more changes Monday, March 16.

“Out of an abundance of caution and to support other preventative measures underway, the city (Monday) made the decision to close all city libraries, indoor parks and recreation centers,” said Jay Crandall, a city spokesman.

All city libraries are closed and classes canceled.

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Glendale will continue to offer online city services and city services such as police, fire, 911, trash and water.

Crandall added the city is following the guidance provided by the CDC and the World Health Organization (WHO) to perform routine environmental cleaning. “This includes, regularly sanitizing common touch areas including door handles, banisters, public computers, kiosks, elevator button panels, counters throughout the day at all public facilities,” Crandall said.

“We have directed employees and city contractors to stay home if they are feeling sick. We continue to emphasize everyone needs to wash their hands for 20 seconds, use hand sanitizer and to cough and sneeze into an elbow or tissue.”

COVID-19 is believed to spread primarily the same way the common cold or flu spreads – through respiratory droplets produced when someone coughs or sneezes.

Glendale is providing its residents with the following guidance: • Stay home when you are sick. Use telemedicine if healthcare is needed.

• Cover your cough/sneeze with elbow or tissue.

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• Sanitize your work area often.

• If you are sick and have traveled to the impacted areas in the last 14 days, please call your healthcare provider.

• Staff should plan ahead. Review how much sick time you have and talk with supervisors.

• Ensure you have a plan to designate a caregiver, such as a family member or neighbor, for a sick child(ren) if you can’t stay home.

• Know your child’s school/childcare plan to communicate with you when needed, such as robocalls, email or checking their website.

For more information, visit cdc.gov/ covid19 or maricopa.gov/coronavirus.

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Census gets underway during COVID-19 concerns

BY TOM SCANLON

Glendale Star Managing Editor

Like cities around the country, tax-fueled West Valley cities have been spreading the “participate in the census” message for nearly a year.

The more people counted in each city, the more tax money it means.

With the COVID-19 pandemic, some picturing a census worker knocking on the door may be thinking, “Not me!”

But, long before anyone heard about the coronavirus, the U.S. Census Bureau was already planning the 2020 Census to be mainly online.

Less than 1% of people are expected to be counted in person.

According to the Census Bureau, “95% of households will receive their census invitation in the mail.”

In March 2020, the online form will be available to complete through the U.S. Census Bureau. Information about how to respond online is being mailed to households in mid-March.

“Residents will receive notifications from the Census Bureau by mail beginning March 12 and need to respond by the end of April. The questionnaire can be completed online, by phone, or by mail and should take less than 10 minutes to complete,” said Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers, in a letter to community members.

He urged anyone with questions to contact Glendale’s 2020 Census outreach director Jenna Goad at 623-9302870.

According to Mat Droge, a Glendale spokesman, an internal Census Implementation Team made up of Glendale staff meets regularly to continue planning and executing public outreach and communications plans and activities.

“Flyers, posters, and other information have been created and distributed,” Droge said. “Part of this distribution process has included contacting leaders or programs throughout the

community.”

For more information, visit glendaleaz.com/census.

Additionally, Droge said, “Employees who interact with the community regularly, for example, customer service employees, have been trained on the basics of the census. Copies of the census questionnaire, in both English and Spanish, have been made available for the community to see ahead of time.”

Instructions on the mailings will advise residents on how to respond to the census online at azcensus2020. gov or by phone.

According to Gov. Doug Ducey, “Census data guides the distribution of more than $650 billion to states annually, resources to support critical programs and infrastructure in Arizona. Each person who is not counted is estimated to represent an $887 loss to Arizona in federal funding allocation.

Even a one-percent undercount would represent a loss of $62 million per year for a decade — a total loss of at least $620 million.”

The Maricopa Association of Governments is doing outreach at the site icount2020.info.

“An accurate census count is critical to the region for a variety of reasons,” said Goodyear City Manager Julie Arendall, co-chair of the MAG Regional Census Communication Group. “Information from the Census helps fund 55 federal and state programs, with $675 billion in federal funding at stake. In Arizona, about $20 billion in state shared revenues are divided up based on population—it equates to almost $3,000 per person.”

The census is available in 12 non-English languages, with additional materials and assistance available in 59 languages.

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Colleges are finishing spring classes online due to COVID-19

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Colleges in the West Valley made announcements late last week or over the weekend regarding precautions for the COVID-19 pandemic.

At Maricopa Community Colleges, including Glendale Community College and Estrella Mountain Community College in Avondale, “Spring break for all in-person classes has been extended one week through March 20,” MCC announced on its website.

“All student activities and college events will also be postponed during this time period.

All online and hybrid classes currently running and those scheduled to begin will continue with their online components as normal.”

Arizona State University announced changes March 11.

“All in-person classes wherever possible will transition to online instruction,” said ASU President Michael Crow, in a letter to the community.

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“Classes will continue in this mode for two weeks, at which time the university will assess where things stand with COVID-19. Additional information will follow shortly with specific

instruction for faculty and students on how to transition to online instruction.”

ASU updated its policy with an announcement Monday, March 16: “With new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Arizona Department of Health Services, ASU has made the decision to extend online classes through the end of the spring semester.”

The changes include the ASU West campus in Glendale.

Similarly, Carrington College in Glendale will not have in-person classes for the time being.

“Effective Tuesday, March 17, Carrington College is suspending classroom instruction in all campus locations,” said an announcement. “All students will continue progress in their academic program through online courses. We expect to resume normal classroom instruction on Monday, April 13. This change is consistent with the latest public guidance to mitigate risk from the COVID-19 virus and

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Arizona Christian University President Len Munsil said in a letter to the community that the school is closing temporarily as a precaution regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.

The campus is in north Glendale near Peoria.

“Out of an abundance of caution and a desire to preserve the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff, and with the approval of ACU’s Board of Trustees, we are taking the following immediate steps,” Munsil said.

“We are extending spring break by one week. There will be no classes during the week of Monday, March 16.”

According to the letter, instruction will resume in a fully online format on Monday, March 23 and will conclude six weeks later, on schedule.

“Students are welcome to return to campus, as ACU housing and food services will remain open for the remainder of the semester unless we are directed otherwise by health officials.

Additional health, cleaning and disinfecting protocols are already in effect.

Students with jobs on campus can continue,” Munsil said.

In lieu of chapel, ACU Chaplain Tim Reed and others on staff will provide weekly messages and worship through social media.

The letter noted, “Decisions regarding other, smaller campus events and activities will be made on a case-bycase basis as we monitor ongoing updates from state and federal authorities.”

The letter instructed faculty and other staff to continue work as scheduled, while classes eventually return in an online fashion. Munsil also said ACU expects to be up and running at a normal capacity by the fall semester, with new construction projects such as updated classrooms and athletic facilities still on track.

“We continue to closely monitor all directives from the CDC and the Arizona Department of Health Services and will communicate updates as appropriate,” Munsil said.

“This moment of crisis will pass.”

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BY OCTAVIO SERRANO

The City of Glendale held a community open house at the Glendale Civic Center Annex, for residents who wanted to give their input on the Zoning Code. (Glen-

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Glendale is hoping to bring clarity and user-friendliness to its Zoning Code by capturing the feedback from its residents.

The city of Glendale held a community open house Wednesday, Feb. 26, at the Glendale Civic Center Annex. The city invited residents who wanted to give input as to what should be addressed during the rewriting of the city’s zoning code.

Lisa Collins, Interim Development Services Director with the City of Glendale, said, “This open house is an opportunity for everyone to come out and to look and at what’s going on and to say what is important to them.”

Every piece of property in the city has a zoning classification, Collins said, like commercial and housing, and said classification will determine the uses of the property and how it can be developed.

“The whole idea of zoning is to make sure dissimilar uses are not placed too close to each other,” Collins said.

Collins said the zoning code was last comprehensively updated in 1993. Since this time, only portions of the code have been amended to respond to the changing needs of the community and address specific impacts of development.

This, Collins said, has caused the zoning code to become vague and convoluted. She said it is not user-friendly and it is important for residents to be able to understand it.

“We needed to clean it up and we needed to get with the times too,” Collins said.

“There are some uses and other things not addressed and it’s vague.”

Collins said the process of rewriting the zoning code takes 16 months and the city began at the end of 2019. She said the process will conclude during the first part of 2021.

To get the input of the people, Collins said they have reached out to different city committees, residents, developers and major property owners to understand what it is people want. She said the goal is to create a regulatory Zoning Code but a reasonable one.

“I think making sure we’re addressing everything we need to is always the challenge,” Collins said. “Cities don’t remain the same, they’re ever-changing, so you need to write a document clear enough

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and specific enough.”

To help with the rewriting, the city hired Michael Baker International, a consulting firm.

Matthew Klyszeiko, from Michael Baker International, said they began to work on the rewrite summer of 2019. He said one of the biggest challenges is the size of Glendale and making sure they respect the different development patterns, while still creating a specific zoning code.

“When we’re dealing with zoning, we’re trying to guide existing use of properties as well as future development, so we have to be mindful of different scenarios,” Klyszeiko said.

In addition, Klyszeiko said they will help put zoning, design and code enforcement all under one umbrella.

“The zoning code is normally just a component of the city code,” Klyszeiko said. “It’s hard to navigate, so we’re going to put all of this into the Unified Development Code and will become one article of the city code, so residents won’t have to go all over the place to get an answer.”

Craig Archibald, a resident of Glendale for 15 years, was present at the open house. He had a few things to say when it came to landscaping.

“My feedback is I would like them to be a little more proactive on the things that are a nuisance,” Archibald said. “Weeds in particular.”

Archibald said he has been coded in the past for having a dead tree. He said some people assume the reason people are not following code is because they are lazy, but he said it’s not always the case. Sometimes people are busy or are unable to follow the code for external reasons.

“It’s a fine line the city code has to walk to not being an annoyance versus being proactive and helping the neighborhoods,” Archibald said.

One thing he believes should be completely enforced is weed control.

He said there isn’t a reason anybody should have weeds higher than 6 inches.

Jane Bachmann, a Glendale resident who attended the event, said, “I was glad to see the wireless communications be addressed in future zoning updates. Residents are beginning to see these towers pop up in their neighborhoods and are concerned about their rights.”

Another aspect the city will delve into is parking, Klyszeiko said. Some people have expressed it can be frustrating when people have too many cars parked on the street, especially if they aren’t regularly moved.

“We’ll be looking at off-street parking

and the ratios of parking,” Klyszeiko said.

“We want to look at all the uses and the parking requirements for those to make sure we’re not excessively over parking areas.”

In addition, Klyszeiko said they will focus on Downtown Glendale and make zoning more business-friendly to assist its growth.

Klyszeiko said the zoning code will be divided into five modules. They will gather the feedback they have collected and utilize this information to prepare a draft for each module and then put it out for public review. He said they will focus on approving one module at a time before moving on to the next. He said they are hoping to have the first draft done by the end of March.

The rewrite of the Zoning Code is meant to bring clarification to the Glendale residents, reportedly, as well as making sure it is relevant with today’s trends. As it develops into a Unified Development Code, residents will, reportedly, be able to quickly lookup the code and enforce it.

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Abrazo, Banner policies Lesko votes against regarding COVID-19 COVID-19 funding bill

BY TOM SCANLON

Glendale Star Managing Editor

Banner Health and Abrazo, two of the largest medical providers in the West Valley, have new policies regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Abrazo Health is monitoring information from federal, state and local public health agencies for current information on the coronavirus,” said Keith Jones, a spokesman for Abrazo.

“Our hospitals have taken the appropriate steps, and we have trained professionals and the necessary equipment to react accordingly.”

He noted visitors are being screened.

“As with any communicable disease, as our patients enter the hospital in areas such as emergency department or registration, hospital staff are questioning all of their recent travel and detailing symptoms. We evaluate relevant symptom criteria and implement contact airborne isolation, if required, without delay,” Jones said.

“Our clinical teams are in constant review of infection prevention processes and update patient screenings as recommended by the (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention),” Jones said.

Many have questions about when and where they should be tested for COVID-19.

“Testing is not conducted at our facility,” Jones said.

“If a patient presents at our hospital and meets CDC criteria, we work with our local health department and if appropriate, gather a sample for testing and provide it to a CDC-appointed laboratory. We follow CDC guidelines for identification and treatment of patients with suspected or confirmed cases of the coronavirus.”

Banner Health did not respond to questions from the West Valley View.

Banner Health’s website does address the issue.

“Banner Health has developed a process to safely screen patients for COVID-19 in our primary care clinics.

In order to be screened in one of these clinics, patients would need to meet CDC criteria for testing. This can be

determined through a phone conversation with one of our team members,” said the website.

“If you or a loved one has concerning symptoms, please call your primary care doctor’s office to discuss your symptoms and determine if in-person evaluation or testing is necessary.

“Patients meeting criteria for further in-person evaluation or testing will be scheduled for an appointment to be seen at one of our clinics and provided with instructions for how to safely enter the building in cooperation with the on-site medical team.

“If you are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 and believe you are experiencing a medical event requiring immediate attention, please visit a Banner emergency room for evaluation, treatment and testing, if needed.”

Those with symptoms are advised by Banner to exercise precautions: “Please put on a mask immediately upon arriving to protect other patients, visitors and health care workers. Masks are provided directly inside the main entrance and emergency room lobbies.”

Banner also has visitor restrictions in place.

“Individuals who are experiencing symptoms such as fever, cough, vomiting or diarrhea should not visit Banner hospitals unless they are seeking medical care.”

Banner is restricting hospital patients to two visitors, over the age of 12. “Exceptions will be considered in end-oflife circumstances.”

“In addition to these restrictions, we ask children 12 and under always be supervised by an adult in public waiting areas and cafeterias. Visitors are highly encouraged to wash or sanitize hands frequently while at the hospital to prevent contracting or potentially spreading any illness.”

Banner is also closing some hospital entrances, though main entrances and emergency room entrances will be open at all Banner hospitals.

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BY TOM SCANLON

Glendale Star Managing Editor

The House of Representatives passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act shortly before 1 a.m. Saturday.

The economic aid package designed to help ease the financial pain of the COVID-19 pandemic was to be considered by the Senate on Monday.

Rep. Debbie Lesko, of District 8, was one of the 40 Republicans who voted against the bill.

Lesko explained her vote in a Friday night tweet: “I could not in good conscience vote for a 100-plus page bill neither I nor my staff had an opportunity to read or review. Voting on a multibillion-dollar piece of legislation less than 30 minutes after being introduced is no way to conduct the people’s business, especially after ance on COVID-19.

If you think you should be tested, Ducey said, “Call your health care professional if you feel sick with a fever, cough, or difficulty breathing, and have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19, or if you live in or have recently traveled from an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19.

“Your health care provider will work with the local health department and (Arizona Department of Health Services) to determine if you need to be tested for COVID-19.”

As for prevention, Ducey said the best ways to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses are to: • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

• Stay home when you are sick.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a

reports that small businesses & hospitals could be negatively impacted.

The U.S. Congress shouldn’t have to pass a bill to find out what’s in it. We all want to help Americans as we face the spread of #COVID19 but this complete rush job is not the way to do it.”

As usual, there was a sharp divide among those who responded to Lesko’s tweet.

Michael Muscato, who plans to run against Lesko, responded, “Is this a serious post? I read the previous draft in an hour. You just voted against all of America. You chose partisan games after a week of ranting about not playing partisan games. This is indefensible.”

Others tweeted support for Lesko.

“It definitely is riddled with pork that absolutely doesn’t belong there,” said one.

tissue, then immediately throw the tissue in the trash.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

For more information, visit azhealth. gov/COVID19.

On March 11, Ducey issued a Declaration of Emergency “to provide health officials and administrators with tools and guidance necessary to combat the continued spread of COVID-19 and to reduce financial burdens on Arizonans by lowering healthcare costs associated with the virus.”

The following day, Arizona received over $12.4 million from the CDC to support the public health response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Key funding priorities were to include surveillance and investigation activities, laboratory testing, infection control supply procurement and distribution and risk communication.

Ducey signed legislation March 12 to appropriate $55 million to Arizona’s Public Health Emergency Fund to support the state’s continued efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19.

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League of Women Voters to have meeting on gun safety

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF The League of Women Voters of Northwest Maricopa County scheduled a meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, March 23, to “take the pulse of members and guests regarding their feelings about gun safety.”

The meeting was to take place at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 17540 N. Avenue of the Arts, in Surprise.

Jennifer Zechlin, West Valley Chair for Moms Demand Action, will lead the discussion and administer a survey.

The results of the survey will be compiled and the state membership in-

formed of the results shortly thereafter.

In September, the LWVAZ Gun Safety Study group embarked on a mission to examine Arizona league member opinions and concerns on state gun safety issues through research, education and consensus building. The national league position on gun policy was first adopted in 1990, with amendments in 1994 and 1998.

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government. The League also welcomes men as members.

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Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers presented an $18,181 check to Phoenix Rescue Mission’s Hope For Hunger Food Bank last week. The donation was thanks to support from the local Glendale community and sponsors of the seventh annual Hometown Christmas Parade held in downtown Glendale. The Mission also received more than 31,000 pounds of food through donation drives organized by the parade, which has been a vital part of keeping Glendale’s largest food bank open since it nearly closed in 2017 and almost left more than 5,000 families without food to eat. (Photo courtesy city of Glendale)

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BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Glendale Star Columnist

My mom spent her life as a dedicated realist. When things were going horribly, she told us, “This too shall pass.”

Whenever life came up roses, you could count on her to predict a downturn in good fortune and advise “waiting for the other shoe to drop.”

To the degree that I seek out a sane, balanced response to most of life’s challenges, I remain my mother’s son.

This has been on my mind a lot lately amid the coronavirus crisis.

For weeks, the news has been full of shrieking headlines and dire predictions of global apocalypse. New cases, rising death tolls, travel moratoriums, canceled events, collapsing economies, stock market meltdowns, shortages of toilet paper – everywhere you turn, the planet appears to be trending toward the End of Times.

All this over a form of respiratory illness that, as of March 12, had sickened

about 1,000 people in the United States, killing an estimated 29.

As I write this, the World Health Organization has just declared COVID-19 a “global pandemic,” citing more than 120,000 cases worldwide. At the same time, President Donald Trump tweeted yet again, “Our team is doing a great job with CoronaVirus!”

That’s life in our current truth-challenged age.

In an era when everything is political, when the media has sacrificed all credibility in pursuit of clicks and controversy, little can be deemed factual. In lieu of careful explanation, we have noise.

When every message seems to conflict – when it’s impossible to decide who to believe – the only sense that feels credible is common sense.

In times like these, I think about my mom.

A registered nurse by profession, my mother passed away at the end of 2017.

Even so, I can predict what she would have told me if I raised the subject of

coronavirus. Given her New Yorker’s penchant for colorful language, I’ll clean it up for public consumption. But it would have gone something like this: “Don’t be a moron. Take a few reasonable precautions, take good care of yourself. Don’t do anything crazy.

You’ve got a better chance of dying from heart disease or in a car crash than you do of coronavirus killing you.”

Sage wisdom, it seems to me. And a prescription that doesn’t require an incredibly radical change in lifestyle.

What does it entail?

Staying away from sick people and large crowds when possible. Not summering in Europe or Asia this year (marking 55 summers in a row I haven’t gone to Venice or walked the Great Wall). Washing my hands with soap and water for 20 seconds multiple times a day.

Using alcohol-based hand sanitizer like it’s a new hobby. Deploying Clorox disinfectant wipes on potentially germy surfaces like desks, doorknobs, light switches and my cellphone. I’ve also stopped checking the stock market,

watching the evening news and rooting for the Arizona Cardinals.

That last one has nothing to do with coronavirus, but it’s definitely improved my emotional health.

Despite taking precautions, any one of us might still catch COVID-19. That’s a fear that I combat with simple mathematics.

It appears the disease is not fatal in 99 percent of cases. Most people who have coronavirus are asymptomatic and don’t even realize they’re carriers.

And the vast majority of those infected develop only a mild upper respiratory infection, which they get over in a couple weeks’ time by drinking plenty of fluids, getting some rest and taking a few Advil.

As my mom would’ve said, “Take care of yourself and you’ll be fine.”

Sage wisdom for times like these. Try not to freak out. Buy a few extra rolls of toilet paper. And we’ll all be just fine.

David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com.

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Homer Simpson alert ….

Krispy Kreme was scheduled to have a grand opening Tuesday, March 17, at 5220 W. Bell Road.

The new shop is approximately 3,505 square feet and will offer more than a dozen of Krispy Kreme doughnuts, including the Original Glazed.

Through Sunday, March 22, the new Krispy Kreme will randomly surprise 10 dozen (120) guests with a “Celebration Dozen Ticket” providing one free dozen Original Glazed doughnuts every month for a year.

“Known for our iconic doughnuts and premium coffee, Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved sweet treat brands around,” said Kurt Kuyper, President of WKS Krispy Kreme. “We are excited to expand our footprint in the Glendale community and look forward to serving our new neighbors melt-in-your-mouth doughnuts and delicious drinks, morning through night.”

The shop will be open every day from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The drive-thru will be open daily from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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•The Glendale Planning Commission was scheduled to meet Wednesday,

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The owner is requesting a change from a Rural-43 zoning to Planned Area Development (PAD) “to enable the development of approximately 1,250,000 square feet of industrial distribution use.”

The city is in the process of annexing the currently unincorporated Maricopa

County site, at the southeast corner of Sarival and Maryland Avenues out in the “New Frontier” area of fast-expanding west Glendale.

City Council was scheduled to discuss the annexation the day before, Tuesday, March 17.

•Also on Tuesday, March 17, council was to hold its fourth scheduled workshop on the 2020 budget. Four more budget workshops (the next on March 31) are planned before Glendale City Council votes on how to spend taxpayer money May 12.

•The city of Glendale’s Business Council Committee meeting scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, March 19, has been canceled.

The next regular meeting of the Business Council Committee will be held at 2 p.m. April 16 at 5850 W. Glendale Avenue, Conference Room 2A, Glendale.

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Hickman Farms-backed would ban sale of eggs that aren’t cage-free

BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

Arizona shoppers could end up having to pay more for eggs as state lawmakers look to protect the state’s major producer from an animal rights initiative drive.

And that’s not making Gilbert lawmaker Travis Grantham happy.

Legislation given preliminary approval Tuesday by the state House would mandate that, beginning next year, major egg-laying operations have to provide at least one square foot of space for each hen instead of the current standard of 66 square inches.

The real change would be in 2025 when the affected companies would have to go to cage-free operations.

That can – but does not have to – mean actually allowing them outdoors.

More significant, HB 2724 would preclude the sale of eggs in Arizona that did not come from cage-free hens.

That prospect concerned Chelsea McGuire who lobbies for the Arizona Farm Bureau Federation.

During a committee hearing, she told lawmakers that a local grocery chain was charging $2.59 a dozen for cage-free eggs. By contrast, those without that designation were selling for $1.49.

“That is the kind of price increase that Arizona consumers will not have a choice to avoid if this legislation goes forward,’’ McGuire said.

Rep. Travis Grantham, R-Gilbert, wasn’t buying it. And he had a warning for Hickman and others who are backing HB 2724 based on the prom-

ises of the Humane Society.

“It’s very dangerous for us to cow to an organization that is not going to stop (its efforts) by trying to insert into law their demands and then hope they go away,’’ he said.

Grantham also worried about the costs to Arizona consumers.

But the federation found itself up against Hickman’s Family Farms of Buckeye, the state’s largest producer.

Company president Glenn Hickman said it’s not that he particularly wants new state regulation of how he does business.

But he said the potential alternative was worse: the threat of an initiative by the Humane Society of the United States which, if approved by voters, would mandate cage-free production on a much more aggressive schedule.

“We don’t want to see a proposition come to this state and leave us out of the process,’’ Hickman said. And this,

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His prime exhibit was Proposition 204. That 2006 ballot measure pushed by the Humane Society, which is unrelated to local humane societies, outlawed the use of “gestation crates’’ to confine calves and pigs.

Hickman called it just “pure luck’’ that his laying hens weren’t part of that successful initiative.

Kellye Pinkleton, senior state director of Humane Society, told Capitol Media Services that her organization worked with Hickman’s firm to come up with this compromise.

“And if this bill were to become law, we would have no interest in pursuing new Arizona legislation regarding egg-laying hens,’’ she said.

“This is a truce,’’ said Hickman’s lobbyist Joe Sigg.

Hickman told lawmakers that the price is set by retailers. But during a committee hearing he provided no specifics on the price difference he charges retailers between cage-free and other eggs.

Rep. Gerae Peten, D-Goodyear, said she feared that the law would create a de facto duopoly for Hickman’s and Rose Acre Farms, the other major pro-

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ducer, with the prohibition against the sale of eggs from caged hens.

But Hickman said that eggs “travel very well’’ and out-of-state operations with cage-free operations would remain free to ship their eggs here.

Small egg producers with fewer than 3,000 hens also would be locked out of the Arizona commercial market.

While they would be exempt from the requirement for cage-free operations they would not be able to sell their eggs to commercial groceries.

But Dunn said they would remain free to offer their eggs at places like farmers’ markets.

Rep. David Cook, R-Globe, said his objections were more basic.

“Why does government need to get involved in private business decisions?’’ he asked.

Cook, who is a cattle rancher, said those in his industry manage to come up with certification standards, such as for grass-fed beef, without any state mandate.

McGuire took issue with the whole premise that cage-free hens are happier hens.

She said conventional cages “make sure that chickens and safe and healthy.’’ And she argued that the mortality rate among cage-free hens is twice that of those confined to cages.

The measure still needs a final rollcall vote before going to the Senate.

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Coronavirus shakes Arizona sports community as baseball, hockey, basketball ‘pause’ seasons

BY LORENZINO ESTRADA Cronkite News

The ever-changing sports world due to the coronavirus pandemic was epitomized Thursday, March 12, as Diamondbacks pitcher Archie Bradley reflected on the uncertainty of his sport.

“I feel like we’re all kind of in a holding period,” he said at the team’s spring training site at Salt River Fields.

Sure enough, a few hours later, Major League Baseball pulled the plug, announcing that spring training will be suspended as of 4 p.m. Friday and the start of the regular season will be delayed by at least two weeks.

That wasn’t the only news impacting Arizona sports teams and fans. The NHL soon announced its season would be suspended, while the Indoor Football League said it would put on hold its season following Saturday games. In addition, the Ladies Professional Golf Association announced the postponement of its upcoming events including the Volvik Founder Cups in Phoenix, which was scheduled to take place March 19-22.

“First and foremost our whole team is concerned with the safety and well-being of our employees, players, fans and this entire Arizona community,” Ahron Cohen, Arizona Coyotes president and CEO said in a conference call. “First step is addressing what’s right in front of our face. We have our entire staff working through a lot of issues.”

Before MLB’s announcement, clubs including the Seattle Mariners and San Francisco Giants were looking for other venues to play their early regular season games. Washington state and California

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Avisail Garcia connected with fans at American Family Fields of Phoenix, before MLB canceled the remainder of Spring Training. (Photo by Reno Del Toro/Cronkite News)

have banned gatherings larger than 250.

“To not allow fans. To cancel a season, you feel as an athlete we’re going to be the next sport,” Bradley said.

“Whether it’s proactive or to take precaution, it’s kind of the same.”

Other leagues and sports organizations had already taken steps to limit the spread of coronavirus, with the NBA as well as two soccer leagues, the MLS and USL, suspending its seasons.

The NBA season suspension came after Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert tested positive for coronavirus prior to Wednesday night’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jazz star Donovan Mitch-

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ell also tested positive for the virus on Thursday. Multiple NBA teams have begun to self-quarantine in response.

College basketball is also being severely affected, with most major conference tournaments like the Big Ten, ACC, and Pac-12 being canceled.

Both the men’s and women’s NCAA basketball tournaments will be canceled in a statement released by the NCAA. ASU Athletics released a statement canceling all sporting competitions. in accordance with a Pac-12 announcement Thursday morning.

Meanwhile, the NFL is still on

schedule to start its new league year on Wednesday despite multiple teams restricting travel and closing facilities.

“I think just like everyone else, we don’t really know the severity of this,” Bradley said. “We don’t know if this is just a flu-like thing or if it will continue to affect more than just sports in general, the whole world. That’s everyone’s concern, we’re all looking at it even from a nonsports standpoint, just humans in general, human life. What’s going to happen to this country and the whole world.”

As of Friday, there were 127,863 confirmed cases across the world, with 1,323 in the United States, according to the John Hopkins University & Medicine Coronavirus Resource Center, “To just do what’s best for the league, players, the fans and the game,” Bradley said. “I think that’s always what we want. What’s best for everyone.”

The cancelation of about 80 remaining Cactus League games will have a major impact on vendors, fans and the local economy. With the abrupt ending to spring training, many fans will be packing up and heading home early.

The announcement that baseball will suspend spring training and postpone the regular season, Bradley reflected on how this will affect the game environment.

“It would change the atmosphere a lot,” Bradley said. “At the end of the day we would like to play if we’re allowed to play. The fans are what make this great game and support us, but we want to play the game and I think it would just be an adjustment. It’ll take some time getting used to but we’d rather play if we can.”

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The Glendale Star publishes on Thursday. The 9 Days a Week calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue. Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the Star’s coverage area, which is within the city of Glendale. 9 Days a Week calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement. Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Thursday to be considered for the following Thursday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Madeleine Williamson, madeleinewilliamson17@gmail.com, or faxed to 623-935-2103.

Due to precautions against the spread of COVID-19, many events may be canceled.

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Natural Beauty Care & Wellness

Learn how to prepare natural beauty products in a hands-on class at Glendale Community College, 6000 West Olive Avenue. The class will take place from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Class fee and essential Oil supply kit: $37. For more information, visit gccaz.edu.

Getting Crafty with Miss Janet

Create some fun crafts at Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, from 4 to 5 p.m. in the library’s Meeting Room. This program is designed for children and tweens and participants under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3437.

IDEA Center Demo Day

The Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, invites those interested in entrepreneurship to check the library’s IDEA Center from 2 to 4 p.m. The center will include cameras, a green screen, podcasting and more. For more information, call 623-930-3549.

Paws to Read with Zoey

Stop by Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, for a 15-minute session with the library’s Golden Retriever friend. Readers are invited to sign up to get a chance to read and hangout with Zoey. The program will take place in the library from 4 to 5 p.m. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3757.

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DJ Orlando

Stop by Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub, 6729 N. 57th Drive B for a night of music, socializing and dancing. Come by from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Free. For more information, visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub.com.

Drop-in Fridays for Seniors

Seniors are invited to participate in the Drop-in Fridays for Seniors every Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by the Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, for coloring, board games, puzzles, music, crafts, culture and more. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3600 or 623-930-3446.

Bluegrass Jam

Bring an acoustic instrument to the Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, to play country, folk and gospel music. Players of all skill levels are welcome to meet in the Roadrunner Room from 1 to 3 p.m. Singers are also welcome to attend. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3844.

Come watch a movie at Rose Lane Park, 51st and Marlette Avenue. The Movies at Dusk series features various movies at different parks! For more information, call 623-930-2299.

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DJ Orlando

Stop by Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub, 6729 N. 57th Drive B for a night of music, socializing and dancing. Come by from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Free. For more information, visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub.com.

Professional Bull Riders

Stop by Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, to watch professional bull riders. 35 professional riders will compete against bulls starting at 6:45 p.m. Price: $15-450. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Don Friesen

Stir Crazy Comedy Club, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard Suite E-206, will host comedian Don Friesen. The performance will begin at 9:30 p.m.

Price: $20. For more information, visit stircrazycomedyclub.com.

Jim Kieffer Community Cook-Off 2020

Drop by Glendale’s annual cook-off at Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue. The event will start at 11 a.m. and include food, live music and more. Price: $10 Kids 12 and under are free. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Spring Street Festival

Stop by Westgate, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, and check out the Spring Street pop-up festival. The festival is located in the East parking lot and will include rides, attractions, music and more! The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Admission to the grounds is free. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Crochet and Knit

Spend an afternoon crocheting and knitting at Heros Regional Park Library, 6075 N. 83rd Avenue. Work on personal projects and learn new skills from 1 to 4 p.m. in the library. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

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Sunday Brunch

Stop by Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub, 6729 N. 57th Drive B for an all you can eat brunch. Come by from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Price: one meal. For more information, visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub.com.

Professional Bull Riders

Stop by Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, to watch professional bull riders. 35 professional riders will compete against bulls starting at 1:45 p.m. Price: $15-450. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Spring Street Festival

Stop by Westgate, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, and check out the Spring Street pop-up festival. The festival is located in the East parking lot and will include rides, attractions, music and more! The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission to the grounds is free. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Make and Take Teens

Drop by the Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, at any time in the month of March to make rainbow bookmarks. The craft will be available to all teens in the Teen Zone. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

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Maker Monday: Popcorn Experiment

Stop by Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, to participate in a popcorn experiment. Children ages 6 to 11 are welcome to come from 4 to 5 p.m. Registration required. For more information, call 623-930-3856.

Big Band Grandstand

Musicians who can read charts are encouraged to sign up for the Big Band Grand Stand. The program will allow members to rehearse and perform at the Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue. The program will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. and anyone can come attend as a member of the audience. Free. For more information, email bigbandgrandstand@ gmail.com or call 632-930-3844.

Monday Night Melodies

Enjoy music such as country, bluegrass, folk, oldies and world music at Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue. From 6 to 7:45 p.m. musicians in 20-minute sessions will perform live music. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3844.

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Fitness in the District

Come to the WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, for a free fitness series. All ages are welcome to participate in some of the latest workout trends from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Make sure to bring a workout mat. Free. For more information, visit westgateaz.com/fitness.

Essential Oil Properties and Formulas

Learn about essential oils at Glendale Community College, 6000 West Olive Avenue. This hands-on class includes a course kit and clinical studies from journals around the world. The class will take place from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Price: $28. For more information, visit gccaz.edu.

Organic Gardening in Small Spaces

Learn about organic gardening in small spaces at Glendale Community College, 6000 West Olive Avenue.

This hands-on class will take place from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and include topics on potting, mixing soils and more. Price: not listed. For more information, visit gccaz.edu.

Fitness in the District

Come to the WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, for a free fitness series. All ages are welcome to participate in some of the latest workout trends from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Make sure to bring a workout mat. Free. For more information, visit westgateaz.com/fitness.

Guitar Classes for Tweens

Learn how to play the guitar at Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue. Children ages 8 to 12 are welcome to participate from 4 to 5 p.m. Registration is required. For more information, call 623-930-3437.

Paws to Read with Zoey

Stop by Heros Regional Park Library, 6075 N. 83rd Avenue, for a 15-minute session with the library’s Golden Retriever friend. Readers are invited to sign up to get a chance to read and hangout with Zoey. The program will take place in the Creative Space area of the library from 4 to 6 p.m. Free. For more information, call 623-930-4439.

Great Arizona Puppet Theater: The Monkey and the Pirate

Puppeteers will perform The Monkey and the Pirate at Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. The event is geared toward ages 2 to 5 and will take place from 6 to 7 p.m.

Free. For more information, visit 623930-3600.

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Wacky Wednesday

Bring friends to As You Wish Pottery, 9410 W. Hanna Lane A-109, to enjoy a special Wacky Wednesday deal.

From 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. As You Wish Pottery will have free studio fees. For more information, visit asyouwishpottery.com.

Hot Rod Night

Come see classic cars and hot rods at Westgate’s Water Dance Plaza, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, from 5 to 9 p.m. Live music will be included and all cars are welcome. Parking opens at 4 p.m. For more details about the car show visit westgateaz. com/hotrod.

Digital Help Spot

Learn how to get free downloadable books and audiobooks from the library at Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. Bring a smartphone or other electronic device from 2 to 3 p.m. and meet in the library’s Creative Space. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

Lego Club

Participate in a lego activity at Heros Regional Park Library, 6075 N. 83rd Avenue, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Kids ages 7-13 are invited to build, imagine and make friends. Free. Registration is required. For more information, call 623-930-4439.

Wild Wednesday: Seussitecture STEM

Come by the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, to participate in a Wild Wednesday activity.

Children ages 5 to 11 are invited to come learn with legos, crafts and bingo from 4 to 5 p.m. The program is first-come, first-serve. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3757.

Acoustic Jam

Bring an acoustic instrument to Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, to play in a round-robin style. Players of all skill levels are welcome to meet in the Large Meeting Room from 6 to 8 p.m. Audience members are also welcome to attend. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3573.

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Natural Beauty Care and Wellness

Learn how to prepare natural beauty products in a hands-on class at Glendale Community College, 6000 West Olive Avenue. The class will take place from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Class fee and essential Oil supply kit: $37. For more information, visit gccaz.edu.

Mike Speenberg

Stir Crazy Comedy Club, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard Suite E-206, will host comedian Mike Speenberg.

The performance will begin at 7 p.m.

Price: $20. For more information, visit stircrazycomedyclub.com.

Westgate Bike Night

Check out hundreds of bikes at the WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N Sunset

Boulevard, from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy music and deals from surrounding restaurants at one of the biggest bike nights around. For more information, visit westgateaz.com/bikenight or call 623-385-7500.

IDEA Center Demo Day

The Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, invites those interested in entrepreneurship to check the library’s IDEA Center from 2 to 4 p.m. The center will include cameras, a green screen, podcasting and more. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3549.

Paws to Read with Zoey

Stop by Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, for a 15-minute session with the library’s Golden Retriever friend. Readers are invited to sign up to get a chance to read and hangout with Zoey. The program will take place in the library from 4 to 5 p.m. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3757.

Music at the library

Mill Ave Chamber Players present “How Stories Are Made” live from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. The singers will perform in the library’s auditorium. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3573.

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DJ Orlando

Stop by Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub, 6729 N. 57th Drive B for a night of music, socializing and dancing. Come by from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Free. For more information, visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub.com.

Westgate Bike Night

Check out hundreds of bikes at the WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N Sunset Boulevard, from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy music and deals from surrounding restaurants at one of the biggest bike nights around. Free. For more information, visit westgateaz.com/ bikenight or call 623-385-7500.

March Madfest

Stop by the WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N Sunset Boulevard, at 6 p.m. to watch the Celebrity vs First Responder and High School All-American basketball games. Free. For more information, visit westgateaz. com.

Drop-in Fridays for Seniors

Seniors are invited to participate in the Drop-in Fridays for Seniors every Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by the Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, for coloring, board games, puzzles, music, crafts, culture and more. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3600 or 623-9303446.

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King Crossword ACROSS 1 Do arithmetic 4 Long tales 9 Stitch 12 Take to court 13 Treasure cache 14 Work with 15 Newlyweds’ trip 17 Siesta 18 Chicken-king link 19 Waldorf salad ingredient 21 Floated on air 24 Remain 25 Ostrich’s cousin 26 Blue 28 Ruhr Valley city 31 Tear 33 Cry loudly 35 Apiary structure 36 Boredom 38 Solidify 40 Morning moisture

41 Village People hit 43 Express sorrow for 45 Like a duck’s feet 47 -- Jima 48 Past 49 Wealthy one 54 Beer container 55 Over 56 Life story, for short 57 Praise in verse 58 “When pigs fly!”

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DOWN 1 Fire residue 2 Pair 3 Lair 4 Fashions 5 Fleets 6 Sticky stuff 7 Acknowledges 8 Washington group 9 Optimist’s part of

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Southern-fried comedy opening postponed at TheaterWorks

BY SARA EDWARDS

Glendale Star Staff Writer

American playwrights Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten’s Southern-fried comedy “Rex’s Exes” was scheduled to open at TheaterWorks Friday, March 20.

However, the city of Peoria announced the production, as well as many other events, would be postponed.

“Peoria Center for the Performing Arts: All public programming will be suspended until March 27, whereupon it will be reassessed. This includes all city functions at the venue such as the Music Series and those produced by TheaterWorks.”

On its website, TheaterWorks announced, “The city of Peoria has canceled public performances through the end of March. In light of this statement, we are postponing our opening of ‘Rex’s Exes’ to Friday, March 27.”

“Rex’s Exes” is an outrageous com-

edy where three cousins, Gaynelle, Peaches and Jimmie Wyvette Verdeen in Sweetgum, Texas. As the play begins, they are teetering on the edge of yet another disaster.

Gaynelle refuses to believe she’s turning 50 years old. In an attempt to make her feel better, Peaches ropes Jimmie Wyvette into throwing their

cousin a surprise party.

Things quickly turn for the worst when they, in turn,f have to plan a family funeral.

“The play is truly a wild comedy, as well as a brightly-colored and sweet piece of theatrical cotton candy,” director Dominik Rebilas said. “The energy is high, the pacing is quick, and the

situation is heightened to Texas-sized proportions.”

This production will welcome back many faces familiar to TheaterWorks.

Rebilas returns to direct the play and actors from the previous season’s “Red Velvet Cake War” like Shelly Boucher and Tina Khalil.

“Each of the characters, as well as the actors who play them, are truly unique.

Each of them offer a color and a brightness for the stage truly captivating,” Rebilas said. “The actors, Amy Powers as Gaynelle, Shelly Boucher as Peaches and Tina Khalil as Jimmie Wyvette bring such love for their characters, as well as the opportunity to play them together.”

The play will take place in the McMillin Theater at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts, opening Friday and performing through April 12. Tickets can be purchased at theaterworks. org and are $39 for adults, $34 for seniors and $18 for students.

Westgate comedy club pledges to remain open

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF At a time when many can use a laugh or two, owner Tom Simes said his Stir Crazy Comedy Club at Westgate will remain open.

“While, according to the federal government the risk of contracting COVID-19 for an average American is still low, I feel it’s important for you to understand the steps Stir Crazy is taking to keep everyone safe,” Simes said.

“We are actively monitoring the official guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Latex gloves are worn by staff members in food preparation and by our food runners.

“Our team members completely sanitize all tables, chairs and booths between each show.”

Simes said he started “daily health and wellness checks with all employees with sign-offs to ensure team members are not in the building if they have any sign of illness including cough,

fever or any other common signs restricted by the Maricopa County Health regulations.”

The scheduled performer at Stir Crazy this weekend is Don Friesen, “a modern suburban dad just trying to raise his kids and get through the day with a bit of money in the bank and a scrap of dignity intact.”

Friesen cracks jokes about parenting, marriage and being “a wanna-be geek who constantly upgrades to the latest technology, but can never get it to work.” Hello, tech support.

According to Simes, “We’re committed to keeping our club clean and safe and so we ask our team members and guests if you’re not feeling well, to hang out at home and watch some stand up comedy on Netflix.”

Stir Crazy Comedy Club is at 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Suite E-206, Glendale.

For tickets and more information, visit stircrazycomedyclub.com.

Don Friesen, who cracks jokes about parenting, marriage and tech support, is the scheduled comedian this weekend at Stir Crazy.

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Largest auto auction comes to Glendale

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Veterinary Medicine Open House at Midwestern is now postponed

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Midwestern University postponed the College of Veterinary Medicine Open House - originally to be held Saturday, March 28, until later this fall.

Midwestern said the postponement is “based on the latest CDC recommendations regarding COVID-19 virus.”

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The show went on at the Mecum Auctions, which attracted big crowds to State Farm Stadium Wednesday, March 11, through Saturday, March 14. (Glendale Star photos by Chris Mortenson)

BY OCTAVIO SERRANO Glendale Star Staff Writer

While Spring Training and many other events around the West Valley canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic concerns, the show went on at Mecum Auctions, where participants experienced over 100 years of car history during the Mecum Auctions.

Mecum Auctions, reportedly the world’s largest collector-car auction company, returned to State Farm Stadium Wednesday, March 11, through Saturday, March 14, for its second

annual event in Glendale. The family-owned company brings a diverse collection of cars and motorcycles for bidders and car aficionados.

David Morton, communications and event marketing manager, said the Glendale auction is one of 13 car auctions the company has this year. Last year, the inaugural event made roughly $39 million and exceeded the firstyear sales by 80%.

Morton said the event allows men to channel their passion for automobiles at one location.

“Cars are one of the things men are most passionate about,” Morton said. “Mecum realized the auction provided an opportunity to showcase a variety of cars in one setting.”

As of Thursday, March 12, Morton said the event had roughly 2,000 bidders. The auction itself holds 1,300 cars and 15

Westgate is planning a spring pop-up Thursday, March 19, through Sunday, March 22. The family-friendly event features traditional carnival games, signature rides like the Giant Ferris Wheel, Wave Swinger, Orbiter and Tilt-A-Whirl and live entertainment. Entry into the festival Is free, though rides and attractions are ticketed experiences. (Submitted photo)

motorcycles.

New this year was a Sunset Sessions Food and Music Festival following the auction on Friday and Saturday.

The show featured unlimited food and beverages prepared by award-winning celebrity chefs. In addition, Lifehouse and Billy Ray Cyrus performed and thrill rides were being offered for guests at an adjacent racing track.

But the vehicles are the reason people make the trip to Mecum Auctions every year.

Spencer Hoover, of Litchfield Park, said he has attended numerous car auctions and decided to attend Mecum in 2019. He bought three motorcycles and a car.

This year, Hoover is selling a 1955 Porsche Speedster. He said he is starting the bid at $35,000.

Hoover said he is fond of the Mecum events because of the myriad of

car types and styles.

“It has such a variety, which is nice, and I think it’s what attracts a lot of different people,” Hoover said. “You don’t just get very wealthy people. I do like the diversity.”

Hoover, who has been a Porsche-lover since he was 5, said as a car collector, the atmosphere of an auction is important, as he likes to engage with other car-enthusiasts.

“The atmosphere is good,” Hoover said. “People seem to be out here walking around and having fun.”

Morton said this year some of the biggest attractions will be muscle cars. This includes a one-of-three remaining 2017 Ford GT Competition Series with just over 265 miles, which is owned by famed driver Sebastien Bourdais.

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Minnesota to attend the event. He is selling three types of cars, which include a Dodge, a Ford Bronco and a Chevrolet.

“I buy them to bring them to the auction and sell them,” Minor said. “My dad has six of them here.”

Minor said he likes the family-feel atmosphere the event has. Specifically, however, he likes how bidders have the option to put cars at a reserve. If

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they choose to do so, the seller can choose to not sell the car if they don’t get the amount of money desired.

Morton said roughly 95% of cars will be at reserve this year.

“Mecum does a good job,” Minor said. “They put a lot into it, they know how to get the crowd here.”

The family-feel aspect of the show is something owners Dana and Patti Mecum take pride in, Morton said. He said the heart of Mecum Auctions re-

mains with the passion for cars.

“It’s the type of people being around something they love,” Morton said.

“This enthusiasm and this passion for their work is extended to our customers because we want them to have the fun we’re having.”

Despite the heavy rain the auction experienced, people remained at the event, with their feet wet, as they looked at the different types of cars available. From muscle cars to sports

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cars to American classics, Mecum Auctions had something for everyone in attendance.

“This auction gives people an opportunity to watch a great car show and look at cars they have never seen before or wished they had as kids,” Morton said.

“I just spent time with two couples in town for Spring Training who attended the auction since the games were canceled.”

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Common symptoms of (COVID-19) include fever, runny nose and cough for children. Severe effects are less common than they are in an older demographic. (File photo)

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The Arizona Department of Health Services hosted a public webinar Wednesday, March 11, informing schools and childcare providers around the state of the latest updates on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

The presentation gave tips to teachers, school staff, childcare workers and others on how they can effectively mitigate the spread in their communities.

Among the topics covered were the effects of COVID-19 in children. According to the presentation, common symptoms include fever, runny nose and cough for children. Severe effects are less common than they are in an older demographic.

“They seem to be fairly unlikely or uncommon for younger kids, which is

good news,” said Susan Robinson, an epidemiologist.

Even those not experiencing symptoms can spread the illness and precautions need to be taken, she said.

Schools should take precautions to regularly clean frequently touched sur-

faces and do more to promote personal hygiene like proper hand-washing and social distancing from those who show illness symptoms.

Robinson also said school and district administrators should think about identifying critical job functions and planning for alternative coverage of those jobs should it be necessary, cross-training employees for emergencies and ensuring sick leave policies are flexible due to the current pandemic.

She said the prevention of other treatable viruses, such as the flu, should be taken care of, as well. While there is still no known cure for COVID-19, minimizing those hurt by the flu or

other respiratory issues weakening the immune system could help slow the spread of COVID-19, though it would not stop it completely.

“The more steps we can take to avoid illnesses like the flu, the better,” Robinson said.

Ultimately, the presentation said it will be up to individual schools and districts to make their own choices in how they go about preventing the spread of disease. Questions were asked of the speakers about closing schools or stopping group activities, but Robinson said there is no wide-sweeping answer, and each area will have to consult local health agencies to figure out their own best practices moving forward.

A few days later, Gov. Doug Ducey announced all schools in the state would close until March. 27.

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Having a panic attack on coronavirus? Try a plan of attack Coronavirus has created mass panic around the globe — true. According to the latest news when this article was written, over 100,000 people are infected — true. Over 68,000 have recovered —true. About 3,000 have died from the virus — true. Who are the main victims of coronavirus? Those over 70 years old, and especially those over 70 with pre-existing respiratory issues, or those who are immune-suppressed - true. Few cases of death have happened outside of this very specific target group - true.

Other common diseases have much larger numbers of death than of coronavirus, but for some reason these diseases have not created the mass panic that we have going on currently.

CHURCH COMMUNITY CONNECTION Pastor Ed Delph Glendale Star Columnist

Coronavirus might be here to stay.

It’s what we do about it now and how we emotionally handle it now that will determine the outcome and future of not only us but for future generations also. Think of it, will what we do now with Coronavirus be a positive legacy or a negative legacy?

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“I’m a doctor and an Infectious Diseases specialist. I’ve been at this for more than 20 years, seeing sick patients daily. I have worked in inner-city hospitals and in the poorest slums of Africa. HIV-AIDS, hepatitis, TB, SARS, measles, shingles, whooping cough, diphtheria...there is little I haven’t been exposed to in my profession. And with the notable exception of SARS, very little has left me feeling vulnerable, overwhelmed or downright scared.

“I am not scared of COVID-19. I am concerned about the implications of a novel infectious agent that has spread the world over and continues to find new footholds in different soil. I am rightly concerned for the welfare of those who are elderly, in frail health or disenfranchised who stand to suffer most, and disproportionately, at the hands of this new scourge. But I am not scared of COVID-19.

“What I am scared about is the loss of reason and wave of fear that has induced the masses of society into a spellbinding spiral of panic, stockpiling obscene quantities of anything that could fill a bomb shelter adequately in a post-apocalyptic world. I am scared of the N95 masks that are stolen from hospitals and urgent care clinics where they are actually needed for front line healthcare providers and instead are being donned in airports, malls, and coffee lounges, perpetuating, even more, fear and suspicion of others. “....But mostly, I’m scared about

what message we are telling our kids when faced with a threat.

Instead of reason, rationality, open-mindedness, and altruism, we are telling them to panic, be fearful, suspicious, reactionary and self-interested.”

Let’s calm down a bit. It’s not the end of the world. Quit acting like it. Prepare wisely, not hysterically. Don’t be fearful. Use your head, not your emotions. Sharp people are working on this. God is in control.

Don’t expect results instantly. Face the challenge, calmly, and firmly like others before you have in this great nation.

Continue their legacy.

Where did all this fear come from?

Do you know what F.E.A.R. stands for? False Evidence Appearing Real.

Don’t join the cattle stampede of those scared by over-hyped optics. The only thing we must fear is fear itself. God hasn’t given us a spirit of fear. Someone else or something else did.

James Clear says it this way. “Your actions are a consequence of your thoughts. Your thoughts are a consequence of what you consume. And in the modern age, what you consume is largely a consequence of how you select and refine your social media feed.

Choose better inputs. Get better outputs.”

Here’s the biggest tragedy of all.

Do you understand that those who use their heads, stay calm and think, most always end up with what the fearful left behind as they ran away to another place where more fear was waiting for them to arrive?

To learn more about Pastor Ed Delph, the Church-Community Connection and Nation Strategy, call 623-376-6757, e-mail nationstrategy@cs.com or visit nationstrategy.com.

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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: ETERNITY CHANGERS MINISTRY, LLC II The address of the registered office is: 3971 S. Tillman Way, Yuma, AZ 85365 The name of the Statutory Agent is: LITIGATION AGENT SERVICES, LLC III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MANAGER: Alyssa Seed, 2233 Bliss Circle, OCEANSIDE, CA, 92056, San Diego County and MEMBER Mission Create, 1 N 1st Street Suite 613, PHOENIX, AZ, 85004, Published Glendale Star, Mar. 12, 19, 26, 2020 / 29108

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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION

ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: V & C ENTERPRISES INC II The address of the registered office is: 10728 S Morningside Dr., PEORIA, AZ, 85345 The name of the Statutory Agent is: Vernon Holmes III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: DIRECTORS: Vernon Holmes, 16728 W McKinley St., GOODYEAR, AZ, 85338 and DIRECTOR: Cloyce Lamb, 10728 S Morningside Dr., PEORIA, AZ, 85345. Published: Glendale Star, Mar 5, 12, 19, 2020 / 28794

NOTICE OF BID NOTICE OF INTENT TO RECEIVE BIDS The Arizona Board of Regents, for and on behalf of Northern Arizona University, is soliciting sealed Proposals from qualified firms or individuals for the purpose of selecting a firm or individual interested in providing Motor Coach Bus Reference RFP P20AM005 for Northern Arizona University. Offers shall be delivered no later than 2:00 P.M., Arizona Time, Thursday, April 2, 2020 to the office of the Vice President of Procurement on the campus of Northern Arizona University, 545 E. Pine Knoll Drive, Building 98B, PO Box 4124, Flagstaff, Arizona, 86011, (928) 523-4557. To request a Proposal by E-mail, Fax, Mail, or to Pick-up a copy contact Northern Arizona University Purchasing Services at the above address and phone number.

To download a copy from the Internet access https://nau.edu/Contracting-Purchasing-Services/Purchasing/NAU-BidBoard/ The Arizona Board of Regents reserves the right to reject any or all Offers, to waive or declare to waive irregularities in any Offer, or to withhold the award for any reason it shall determine and also reserves the right to hold any or all Offers for a period of ninety (90) days after the date of the opening thereof. No Offeror shall withdraw their Offer during this ninety (90) day period.Publish: Glendale Star, Mar. 19, 2020 / 29371

PUBLIC NOTICE AT&T Mobility, LLC is proposing to construct a 35-foot overall height small cell pole telecommunications structure located at N 77th Ave and N 77th Ln, Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, (N33° 32’ 32.8” and W112° 13’ 30.1”). AT&T Mobility, LLC invites comments from any interested party on the impact the proposed undertaking may have on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering, or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places under National Historic Preservation Act Section 106.

Comments may be sent to Environmental Corporation of America, ATTN: Dina Bazzill, 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court, Suite A, Alpharetta, GA 30004. Ms. Bazzill can be reached at (770) 667-2040 x.111 during normal business hours.

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NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE OF INTENT TO SELL CITY PROPERTY The City of Glendale intends to sell a city owned vacant property located consisting of approximately two (2) acres, known as Maricopa County Assessor # 146-18-059, at the southwest corner of Glendale Avenue and 47th Avenue to TWG Development, LLC, an Indiana limited liability company.

The Glendale City Council must authorize completion of the land sale by ordinance. The City of Glendale Council will consider approving this real property sale no earlier than the March 24, 2020 meeting, to be held at the City of Glendale Council Chambers, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, Arizona 85301. Property information can be found at the Maricopa County Assessor’s website (www.maricopa.gov/ assessor/). Information specific to the Glendale area information can be found at websites such as www.glendaleaz.com, www.VisitGlendale.com, and www.glendaleaz chamber.org/. The title report, aerial graphic and other information about the property is available for review at the City of Glendale, Engineering, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 315, Glendale, Arizona 85301. Glendale Star – Publication March 12th and March 19th / 29202 CITY OF GLENDALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Glendale Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on April 9, 2020 at 4:00pm in Council Chambers Building, Conference Room B3, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, Arizona, to hear a request for relief from the requirements of the Glendale Zoning Ordinance as follows: AGUILAR RESIDENCE VARIANCE VAR19-11: A request by Irma Aguilar to exceed the maximum lot coverage of 10% to 30% and to reduce side yard setbacks to 15 feet from 50 feet as required in the A-1 (Agricultural) zoning district. The site is located at 6030 W. Marconi Avenue in the Sahuaro District. Staff Contact: Christina Lavelle, Planner, 623-9302553. BONAR RESIDENCE VARIANCE VAR19-14: A request by Justin Bonar to allow side yard setbacks of 5 feet and 10 feet where 15 feet is required in the R-2 (Mixed Residence) zoning district. The site is located at 5439 West State Avenue in the Ocotillo District. Staff Contact: Edward Vigil, Planner, 623-930-3071.

Copies of all applications and exhibits are available for public review at Development Services Department, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 212, Glendale, Arizona, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. weekdays or will be available online at https://glendale.hosted.civiclive.com/cms /one.aspx?pageId=15331862. For further information, please call the staff contact listed for each application at (623) 930-2800. Interested parties are invited to attend. FOR SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS Please contact Samantha Cope at (623) 930-2831 or scope@glendaleaz.com at least three working days prior to the meeting if you require special accommodations due to a disability. Hearing-impaired persons, please use the Arizona Relay Service (623) 930-2197. CITY OF GLENDALE Kevin Phelps, City Manager Publish: March 19, 2020 The Glendale Star / 29352

PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Glendale seeks public comment on proposed changes to its 2020 Public Housing Plans. The Public Comment Period begins on February 28, 2020 and ends on April 14, 2020. A Public Hearing will be held beginning at 5:30 on April 14, 2020 in the Glendale City Council Chambers.

In compliance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, the City of Glendale is making the following Housing Plans available for public review and comment. 2020 5-Year and Annual Agency Plan 2020-2024 5-Year Capital Fund Action Plan -2019 Annual Agency Plan Significant Amendment -2019 Capital Fund Ac-

Plans. The Public Comment Period begins on February 28, 2020 and ends on April 14, 2020. A Public Hearing will be held beginning at 5:30 on April 14, 2020 in the Glendale City Council Chambers.

In compliance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, the City of Glendale is making the following Housing Plans available for public review and comment. 2020 5-Year and Annual Agency Plan 2020-2024 5-Year Capital Fund Action Plan -2019 Annual Agency Plan Significant Amendment -2019 Capital Fund Action Plan Significant Amendment The plans contain significant and substantial changes from the Plans issued and approved last year. To summarize, the City is proposing: Expanding its language translation services to include access to Housing Program documents and explanations of program elements in English, Spanish, Braille, American Sign Language (ASL), Mandarin, Farsi, Arabic, Vietnamese, and Burmese. Revising its waitlist process to include a lottery system, which will give all eligible applicants greater opportunities to request housing assistance. Expanding its marketing and outreach methods to include more diverse news outlets, multiple human service organizations and additional community stakeholders. Adjusting its policies and forms to ensure that all eligible individuals, including households with mixed citizenship and immigration status, have access to federal housing benefits and services. The City’s Housing Plans are available for review online at: https://www.glendale az.com/cms/One.aspx?portalId=152090 85&pageId=15499351 The plans are also available for review in hard copy at the Glendale Community Housing Office located at 6842 North 61st Avenue, Glendale, Arizona, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. All interested parties are invited to submit comments to the City’s Housing Plans either in writing to Erin Cullum, Housing Program Manager, at the City of Glendale Community Housing Division, 6842 North 61st Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301 or electronically at ecullum@glendaleaz.com. Comments must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. om Tuesday, April 14, 2020. A Public Hearing will be held on April 14, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. at City Council Chambers, 5850 W Glendale Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301 to approve the Plans. All interested parties are invited to attend. The Hearing Site is accessible to persons with disabilities.

The City will also consider and respond to requests for reasonable accommodation from persons with physical, visual, and hearing impairments to review the Plans and attend the Hearing. All persons needing an accommodation are encouraged to call (623) 930-2180 at least three (3) working days prior to the hearing or the end of the comment period.

Auxiliary Aids and language translation services can also be made available. If you have any questions, please call Erin Cullum at (623) 930-3702.

Published in The Glendale Star and March 12th & 19th, 2020 / 29206

March 19, 2020

NOTICE OF HEARING

CITY OF GLENDALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Glendale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 2, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in the Glendale Council Chambers, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, Arizona, to hear the following: STONEHAVEN PRELIMINARY PLAT PP19-03: A request by David George, HilgartWilson, representing Stonehaven Residential, for approval of a preliminary subdivision plat application for a 112-lot subdivision on 21.85 acres, which is also a portion of the Stonehaven Planned Area Development. The site is located at the southeast corner of 91st Avenue and Montebello Avenue; and is in the Yucca District. Staff Contact: George Gehlert, Senior Planning Project Manage r (623)930-2597. Copies of all applications, exhibits, and documents are available for public review at the Development Services Department, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Second Floor, Glendale, Arizona, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm weekdays or will be available online at https://www.glendaleaz.com/cms/one.aspx?pageId=15331 862 after 6:00pm the Friday prior to the public meeting. For further information, please call the case staff contact at the number listed above or (623) 930-2800.

Interested parties are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing.

FOR SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS Please contact Diana Figueroa at (623)

ment Services Department, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Second Floor, Glendale, Arizona, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm weekdays or will be available online at https://www.glendaleaz.com/cms/one.aspx?pageId=15331 862 after 6:00pm the Friday prior to the public meeting. For further information, please call the case staff contact at the number listed above or (623) 930-2800.

Interested parties are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing.

FOR SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS Please contact Diana Figueroa at (623) 930-2808 or dfigueroa@glendaleaz.com at least three working days prior to the meeting if you require special accommodations due to a disability. Hearing impaired persons should call (623) 9302197. CITY OF GLENDALE Kevin R. Phelps City Manager Publish: March 19, 2020 The Glendale Star / 29353

NOTICE OF HEARING

CITY OF GLENDALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Glendale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 2, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in the Glendale Council Chambers, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, Arizona, to hear the following: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION CUP19-13: A request by Gary Cassel, Clearblue Services/Vertical Bridge, representing T-Mobile, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a co-locatable wireless communication facility that will include a 70-ft disguise mono-elm tree monopole and a 20’ x 30’ compound with an 8’ tall wall in the R-4 (Multiple Residence) Zoning District. The site is located at the southeast corner of 67th Avenue and Maryland Avenue (6635 West Maryland Avenue) and is in the Ocotillo District. Staff contact: Edward Vigil, Planner. Copies of all applications, exhibits, and documents are available for public review at the Development Services Department, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Second Floor, Glendale, Arizona, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm weekdays or will be available online at https://www.glendaleaz.com/cms/one.aspx?pageId=15331 862 after 6:00pm the Friday prior to the public meeting. For further information, please call the case staff contact at the number listed above or (623) 930-2800.

Interested parties are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing.

FOR SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS Please contact Diana Figueroa at (623) 930-2808 or dfigueroa@glendaleaz.com at least three working days prior to the meeting if you require special accommodations due to a disability. Hearing impaired persons should call (623) 9302197. CITY OF GLENDALE Kevin R. Phelps City Manager Publish: March 19, 2020 The Glendale Star / 29361

NOTICE OF REQUEST NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS CITY OF GLENDALE LUKE AIR FORCE BASE LIFT STATION CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK SERVICES PROJECT NUMBER 181916 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES The City of Glendale is seeking a qualified construction manager/general contractor to provide design phase assistance and construction services as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for a City of Glendale wastewater lift station project to transfer wastewater from the Luke Air Force Base wastewater system to the City of Glendale wastewater system. The estimated cost for this work is approximately $3,000,000. PROJECT DESCRIPTION Luke Air Force Base (LAFB) currently operates and maintains their own infrastructure to collect and treat wastewater from residential and commercial sources located on the base and a few select off-site facilities near the base. The plant was constructed in 1942 and has undergone several upgrades over the years. In 2017, the Air Force completed an environmental assessment to examine alternatives for managing their wastewater. The assessment confirmed that the plant was nearing the end of its operational life and other alternatives needed to be considered.

Since LAFB is located within Glendale’s city limits, they approached the City and the City agreed to provide the needed wastewater treatment services the base requires. The City has wastewater infrastructure within two miles of the base’s plant and has sufficient capacity available to treat the base’s wastewater flows (average dry weather flow of 1.0 million gallons per day). In order to receive LAFB’s wastewater, it is the City’s responsibility to construct the required infrastructure, which will consist of a com-

er alternatives needed to be considered.

Since LAFB is located within Glendale’s city limits, they approached the City and the City agreed to provide the needed wastewater treatment services the base requires. The City has wastewater infrastructure within two miles of the base’s plant and has sufficient capacity available to treat the base’s wastewater flows (average dry weather flow of 1.0 million gallons per day). In order to receive LAFB’s wastewater, it is the City’s responsibility to construct the required infrastructure, which will consist of a combination of gravity and forcemain piping, and a lift station. The forcemain from 99th Avenue to the site of the lift station will be installed as part of the City’s planned Glendale Avenue Road Improvements project starting later this year. The lift station details are still being developed, but the City did have a preliminary study done to determine lift station options and potential sites. After evaluating several potential sites, it was determined the optimal location would be on the existing LAFB WWTF site located on the northeast corner of Glendale Avenue and El Mirage Road. The lift station site will also need electric service provided by Arizona Public Service (APS) and water service from the nearest private water provider. City water is not available at the proposed lift station site at this time. This project will focus on the lift station design and construction for a complete and operational lift station, including all equipment, site improvements, lift station associated infrastructure and appurtenances. It is the City’s desire to have the lift station fully operational before 2022. SCOPE OF WORK The City is seeking a qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) to provide pre-construction and construction services during the design and construction phases of this project. The City entered into a professional services agreement with an engineering firm for the preliminary design and will be entering into a professional services agreement with an engineering firm for the final design. The CMAR will work closely with and be an integral part of the design team during the design phase of this project. The CMAR begins with the firm in an agency support role for pre-construction services. At some point prior to construction, the CMAR will assume the risk of delivering the project through a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract. The CMAR will be responsible for construction means and methods. The CMAR will also work closely with the City, LAFB and design engineering firm during the design and construction phases of this project. PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE A pre-submittal conference will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at 11:00 a.m., at the Oasis Water Treatment Plant, 7070 West Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ. At this meeting, staff will discuss the scope of work, technical components, general contract issues and respond to questions from the attendees. Because City staff may not have time to respond to individual inquiries regarding the scope outside of this pre-submittal conference, it is recommended that interested firms send a representative to the pre-submittal conference. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PACKET The RFQ packet is available on the City’s Vendor Self Service Home Page at: HTTPS://GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VE NDORS/VBIDS/DEFAULT.ASPX. To receive the RFP packet, you must be registered as a vendor. Registration can be done through the vendor registration link located at: HTTPS://WWW.GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VE NDORS/DEFAULT.ASPX. Questions pertaining to the RFQ or selection process should be directed in writing to Bill Passmore and David Beard, Engineering Department, City of Glendale, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301, or by email to bpassmore@gle n d a l e a z . c o m a n d dbeard@glendaleaz.com. The RFQ submittal date is: Friday, April 3, 2020, no later than 2:00 p.m. Any submittal received after this time will not be considered and will be returned to the firm.

CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA Published: March 12 & 19, 2020 The Glendale Star Published: March 12 & 19, 2020 The Glendale Star / 29210

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NOTICE OF REQUEST

NOTICE OF REQUEST NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CITY OF GLENDALE GLENDALE AVENUE WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS 91ST TO 99TH AVENUEs DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES Project No. 192029 CONSULTING SERVICES The City of Glendale is seeking a qualified engineering firm or team (Consultant), to provide engineering services for the design of wastewater collection system improvements to convey the projected demands in the service area bounded by 91st and 99th Avenues north of Glendale Avenue.

The selected firm or team will provide design and construction administration services. All qualified firms interested in providing the required services are invited to submit their proposal to this Request for Proposal (RFP). All proposals must comply with the requirements specified in this RFP. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The existing 15-inch diameter sewer in Glendale Avenue between 91st and 99th Avenues is approaching its design capacity and there are several development areas upstream of this sewer line that will increase flows once developed.

To meet future demands, a preliminary study has indicated that the existing collection system must be improved. Potential improvements include, but are not limited to, upsizing the main, rerouting the collection line, and constructing a liftstation. SCOPE OF WORK The selected Consultant will work closely with the City’s Water Services, Transportation and Engineering Departments, and other City departments, as required. It will also be required to work with outside agencies, such as ADOT, SRP, COP, SROG, Maricopa County, various utility companies, a public information firm and others, as necessary. The City will utilize the services of the Consultant for the design of the collection system improvements, cost estimating and construction administration services. The Consultant may also be required to make Council presentations and conduct public meetings or other related public involvement activities, if requested. PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE A pre-submittal conference will be held on Tuesday, March 24th, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., at the Oasis Water Treatment Plant campus, 7070 West Northern Avenue, Conference Room C. At this meeting, staff will discuss the scope of work, technical components, general contract issues and respond to questions from the attendees. Because City staff may not have time to respond to individual inquiries regarding the scope outside of this pre-submittal conference, it is recommended that interested firms send a representative to the pre-submittal conference. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PACKET The RFP packet is available on the City’s Vendor Self Service Home Page at: HTTPS://GLENDALEAZ. MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VENDORS/VBI DS/DEFAULT.ASPX. To receive the RFP packet, you must be registered as a vendor. Registration can be done through the vendor registration link located at: HTTPS://WWW.GLENDALEAZ. MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VENDORS /DEFAULT.ASPX. Questions pertaining to the RFP or consultant selection process should be directed in writing to Bill Passmore and David Beard, Engineering Department, City of Glendale, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301, or by email to bpassmore@glendaleaz.com and dbeard@ glendaleaz.com. The RFP submittal date is: Friday, April 3, 2020, no later than 3:00 p.m. Any proposal received after this time will not be considered and will be returned to the consultant. CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA Published: March 12 & 19, 2020 The Glendale Star / 29211

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AVISO PÚBLICO La Ciudad de Glendale busca comentarios públicos sobre los cambios propuestos a sus Planes de Vivienda Pública de 2020. El Período de Comentario Público comienza el 24 de febrero de 2020 y termina el 14 de abril de 2020. La Audiencia Pública se llvará a cabo a partir de las 5:30 el 14 de abril de 2020 en las Cámaras del Ayuntamiento de Glendale. En cumplimiento con las regulaciones del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano (HUD), la Ciudad de Glendale está poniendo a disposición del público la revisión y el comentario de los siguientes planes de vivienda. -2020 Plan de Agencia Anual y de 5 años -2020-2024 Plan de Acción de Fondo de Capital de 5 Años -2019 Plan Anual de la Agencia Enmienda Significativa -2019 Plan de Acción de Fondo de Capital Enmienda Significativa Los planes contienen cambios significativos y sustanciales respecto a los planes emitidos y aprobados del año pasado.

Para resumir, la Ciudad ésta proponiendo: 1. Ampliar sus servicios de traducción de idiomas para incluir acceso a los documentos de Programa de Viviendas y explicaciones de los elementos del programa de Inglés, Español, Braille, Lenguaje de Señas Americano, Mandarín, Farsik, árabe, Vietnamita y Birmano. 2. Revisar su proceso de lista de espera para incluir el sistema de lotería, que brindará a todos los solicitantes elegibles mayores oportunidades para solicitar asistencia de vivienda. 3. Expandiendo sus métodos de comercialización y divulgación para incluir medios de noticias más diversas múltiples organizaciones de servicios humanos y otros interesados de la comunidad. 4. Ajustando sus pólizas y formas para garantizar que todas las personas elegibles incluyendo familias con ciudadanía mixta y estatus migratorio, tengan acceso a beneficios y servicios federales de vivienda. Los Planes de la Ciudad de Vivienda están disponibles para su revisión en línea en: https://www.glendaleaz.com/cms/One.as px?portalld=15209085&pageld=1549935 1 También están disponibles para su revisión en copia de imprenta en la Oficina de Vivienda Comunitaria de Glendale localizada en 6842 Norte 61 Avenida, Glendale, Arizona, entre las horas de 8:00 a.m. y 5:00 p.m., lunes a viernes. Se invita a todas las personas interesadas a enviar comentarios a los Planes de Vivienda de la Ciudad, ya sea por escrito a Erin Cullum, Gerente de Vivienda a la Ciudad de Glendale al 6842 Norte 61 Avenida, Glendale, Arizona 85301 o electrónicamente a ecullum@glendaleaz.com. Los comentarios deben enviarse antes de las 5:00 p.m. el martes, 14 de abril, 2020. Se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública el 14 de abril, 2020 en las Cámaras del Ayuntamiento, 5850 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301 para aprobar los Planes. Todas las partes interesadas están invitadas a asistir. El sitio de la Audiencia es accesible para personas con discapacidades. La Ciudad también considerará y responderá a las solicitudes de adaptaciones razonables de personas con discapacidades físicas, visuales y auditivas para revisar los Planes y asistir a la audiencia. Se recomienda a todas las personas que necesiten una acomodación, que llamen al (623) 9302180 al menos tres (3) días hábiles antes de la audiencia o al final del período de comentarios. Las Ayudas Auxiliares y los servicios de traducción de idiomas también pueden estar disponibles. Si tiene alguna pregunta, llame a Erin Cullum al (623) 930-3702; Publicado en el Glendale Star el 12 y 92 de marzo 2020. / 29212

SUMMONS SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA, COUNTY OF COCONINO Petitioner's Name Loanna Lima, Case Number: DO 2020200057 Respondent's Name: Jacob Bates. SUMMONS. THE STATE OF ARIZONA TO: Jacob Bates. YOU ARE SUMMONED and required to appear and defend within the time applicable in this action in this court. If served in Arizona, you shall appear and defend within 20 days of service on you of the Summons and Petition, excluding the day of service. If served outside of Arizona, you shall appear and defend within 30 days of service on you of the Summons and Petition, excluding the day of service.

Direct service is complete when made.

Service by publication is complete 30 days after the first publication . If you fail to appear and defend within the time applicable, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Petition. In order to appear and defend, you must file a Response in writing with the clerk of this court, accompanied by the necessary filing fee, within the time required, and you must serve a copy of any Response on the Petitioner. A copy of the pleading being served may be obtained from the Clerk of Superior Court, Coconino County Courthouse, 200 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff, AZ 86001. Requests for reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities must be made to the court by parties at least three (3) working days in advance of a scheduled court proceeding. If this is an annulment, divorce, or legal separation, either party can ask the court for counseling or mediation to try to reconcile or to come to agreements about the case outside of court. You can find a form at the Law Library. SIGNED AND SEALED this date: February 12th, 2020. Clerk of Superior Court VALIER WYANT By Deputy ClerK: /s/ Joe Dutton. Published: Glendale Star, Mar. 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9, 2020 / 29376 SUMMON (Family Law) CITACION/ (Derecho familiar) 2019 FEB 25 A10:06 Clerk of the Superior Court NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): AV/SO AL DEMANDADO (Nombre): Stevie Ray Christensen You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea la informaci6n a continuación y en la página siguiente. Petitioner's name is: Nombre de/ demandante: Westley H. Christensen You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time , the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership , your property, and custody of your children .. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs .

For legal advice, contact a lawyr immediately . Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts .ca.gov/selfhelp) , at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca .org), or by contacting your local county bar association. NOTICE-RESTRAINING ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered , or-the court r11akes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them . FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. Tiene 30 días de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Cituación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que

waived for you or the other party. Tiene 30 días de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Cituación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la CLASSIFIEDS corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca.org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. AVISO-LAS ÓRDENES DE RESTRICCIÓN SE ENCUENTRAN EL LA PAGINA 2: Las órdenes de restricción están en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cónyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte de otras órdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden público que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California. EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: Si no puedo pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte.

The name and address of the court are (El nombre y dirección de la corte son): Superior Court of California 325 South Melrose Drive Vista, CA 92081 The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, direccion y numero de telephono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Damon B. Forney, Esq. 16466 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite 260 San Diego , CA 92128 (858) 312-8500 Date (Fecha): FEB 25, 2019 Clerk, by (Secretario, por) By L.Fita-Sisloi, Deptuy (Asistente) STANDARD FAMILY LAW RESTRAINING ORDERS Starting immediately, you and your spouse or domestic partner are restrained from: 1. removing the minor children of the parties from the state or applying for a new or replacement passport for those minor children without the prior written consent of the other party or an order of the court; WHC /S/ WHC 2. cashing, borrowing against, canceling, transferring, disposing of, or changing the beneficiaries of any insurance or other coverage, including life, health, automobile, and disability, held for the benefit of the parties and their minor children; WHC /S/ WHC 3. transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing, or in any way disposing of any property, real or personal, whether community, quasi-community, or separate, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life; and WHC /S/ WHC 4. creating a non-probate transfer or modifying a non-probate transfer in a manner that affects the disposition of property subject to the transfer, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court. Before revocation of a non-probate transfer can take effect or a right of survivorship to property can be eliminated, notice of the change must be filed and served on the other party.

WHC /S/ WHC You must notify each other of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five business days prior to incurring these extraordinary expenditures and account to the court for all extraordinary expenditures made after these restraining orders are effective.

However, you may use community property, quasi-community property, or your own separate property to pay an attorney to help you or to pay court costs.

NOTICE—ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE HEALTH INSURANCE: Do you or someone in your household need affordable health insurance? If so, you should apply for Covered California. Covered California can help reduce the cost you pay towards high quality affordable health care. For more information, visit www.coveredca.com. Or call Covered California at 1-800-300-1506. WARNING—IMPORTANT INFORMATION California law provides that, for purposes of division of property upon dissolution of a marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during marriage

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HEALTH INSURANCE: Do you or someone in your household need affordable health insurance? If so, you should apply for Covered California. Covered California can help reduce the cost you pay towards high quality affordable health care. For more information, visit www.coveredca.com. Or call Covered California at 1-800-300-1506. WARNING—IMPORTANT INFORMATION California law provides that, for purposes of division of property upon dissolution of a marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during marriage or domestic partnership in joint form is presumed to be community property. If either party to this action should die before the jointly held community property is divided, the language in the deed that characterizes how title is held (i.e., joint tenancy, tenants in common, or community property) will be controlling, and not the community property presumption.

You should consult your attorney if you want the community property presumption to be written into the recorded title to the property. You must notify each other of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five business days prior to incurring these extraordinary expenditures and account to the court for all extraordinary expenditures made after these restraining orders are effective .

However , you may use community property, quasi-community property , or your own separate property to pay an attorney to help you or to pay court costs .

NOTICE-ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE HEALTH INSURANCE: Do you or someone in your household need affordable health insurance? If so, you should apply for Covered California . Covered California can help reduce the cost you pay towards high quality affordable health care . For more information. visit www.coveredca.com. Or call Covered California at 1-800-300 -1506. WARNING-IMPORTANT INFORMATION California law provides that, for purposes of division of property upon dissolution of a marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during marriage or domestic partnership in a joint form is presumed to be community property . If either party to this action should die before the jointly held community property is divided , the language in the deed that characterizes how title is held (i.e., joint tenancy , tenants in.common , or community property) will be controlling , and not the community property presumption . You should consult your attorney if you want the community property presumption to be written into the recorded title to the property . PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY OR ATTORNEY STATE BAR NUMBER Damon B. Forney, Esq. CSBN 1907 20 FIRM NAME: Doppelt & Forney, APLC STREET ADDRESS 16466 Bernardo Center Drive , Suite 260 CITY: San Diego STATE CA ZIP CODE 92128 TELEPHONE NO.: (858) 312-8500 FAX N0.:(858) 618-5511 ATTORNEY FOR (name) : Westley H. Christensen SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO STREET ADDRESS 325 South Melrose Drive MAILING ADDRESS : 325 South Melrose Drive CITY AND ZIP CODE: Vista, CA 920 81 BRANCH NAME North County Division PETITIONER : Westley H. Christensen RESPONDENT : Stevie Ray Christensen PETITION FOR Dissolution (Divorce) of: LEGAL RELATIONSHIP we are married. 2. RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS (check all that apply): a. Petitioner STATISTICAL FACTS a. (1) Date of marriage (specify): November 12, 2012 (2) Date of separation (specify): March 1, 2016 3) Time from date of marriage to date of separation (specify): 3 Years 3 Months 4. MINOR CHILDREN a. There are no minor children . 5. A. Divorce 8. SPOUSAL OR DOMESTIC PARTNER SUPPORT a. Spouse or domestic partner support payable to Petitioner b. Terminate (end) the court's ability to award support to Respondent 9.

SEPARATE PROPERTY b. Confirm as separate property the assets and debts in Attachment 9b. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Petitioner, WESTLEY H. CHRIST ENSEN , elects to assert his rights in this action under IO U.S.C. Section 1408 (c)(4), per In Re the Marriage of Tucker (1991) 226 Cal.App.3rd 1249.

10. COMMUNITY AND QUASI-COMMUNITY PROPERTY b. Determine rights to community and quasi-community assets and debts . All such assets and debts are listed in Attachment 10b. 11. OTHER REQUESTS a. Attorney 's fees and costs payable by Respondent c. Other (specify). Statement of decision for all controverted issues 12 . ! HAVE READ THE RESTRAINING ORDERS ON THE BACK OF THE SUM-

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CHRIST ENSEN , elects to assert his rights in this action under IO U.S.C. Section 1408 (c)(4), per In Re the Marriage of Tucker (1991) 226 Cal.App.3rd 1249.

10. COMMUNITY AND QUASI-COMMUNITY PROPERTY b. Determine rights to community and quasi-community assets and debts . All such assets and debts are listed in Attachment 10b. 11. OTHER REQUESTS a. Attorney 's fees and costs payable by Respondent c. Other (specify). Statement of decision for all controverted issues 12 . ! HAVE READ THE RESTRAINING ORDERS ON THE BACK OF THE SUMMONS , AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THEY APPLY TO ME WHEN THIS PETITION IS FILED . I declare under penally of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct . Date: February 07, 2019 Westley H Christensen /s/ Westley H Christensen Date: 2/21, 2019 Damon B. Forney, Esq. /s/ Damon B. Forney FOR MORE INFORMATION : Read Legal Steps for a Divorce or Legal Separation (form FL-107-INFO ) and visit "Families Change" www.familieschange.ca .gov an online guide for parents and children going through divorce or separation .

NOTICE : You may redact (black out) social security numbers from any written material filed with the court in this case other than a form used to collect child , spousal or partner support. NOTICECANCELLATION OF RIGHTS : Dissolution or legal separation may automatically cancel the rights of a domestic partner or spouse under the other domestic partner or spouse 's will, trust . retirement plan, power of attorney , pay-ondeath bank account , survivorship rights to any property owned in joint tenancy, and any other similar thing . It does not automatically cancel the right of a domestic partner or spouse as beneficiary of the other part ner 's or spouse's life insurance policy . You should review these matters, as well as any credit cards . other credit accounts , insurance policies , retirement plans , and credit reports , to determine whether they should be changed or whether you should take any other actions . Some changes may require the agreement of your partner or spouse or a court order. ATTACHMENT 9b CONFIRM TO PETITIONER AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY ALL ASSETS AND INCOME ACQUIRED BEFORE DATE OF MARRIAGE AND AFTER DATE OF SEPARATION, AND ACQUIRED BY INHERITANCE, WILL, DEVISE, AND/OR BEQUEATH. PETITIONER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO AMEND THIS PETITION ON OR BEFORE TRIAL. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Petitioner, WESTLEY H. CHRISTENSEN, elects to assert his rights in this action under 10 U.S.C. Section 1408 (c)(4), per In Re the Marriage of Tucker(1991) 226 Cal.App.3rd 1249. ATTACHMENT 10(b) C O N FI R M A S C O M M U N IT Y AN D QUASI-COMMUNITY PROPERTY ALL ASSETS AND DEBTS ACQUIRED DURING THE MARRIAGE. AS TO ASSETS OF PETITIONER TRACEABLE TO SEPARATE PROPERTY, PETITIONER CONTENDS THAT THOSE ITEMS BE DEEMED HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY. PETITIONER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO AMEND THIS PETITION BEFORE TRIAL. Publication: Glendale Star, Mar. 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9. 2020 / 29198

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