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June 3, 2020

Moms of victims ‘blessed’ by first responders

NEWS .............. 8 Goodyear moves ahead with higher budget

Left, Avondale Fire Capt. Chris Spire recalls how he raced away from a family dinner to treat a young gunshot victim at Westgate. Middle, Magdalena Jaime wipes away tears after thanking the first responders who helped save the life of her son, who was shot at Westgate. Right, Glendale Officer Destiny Ebersohl fights tears as she talks about helping another Destiny, a 16-year-old gunshot victim at Westgate. (West Valley View photos by Pablo Robles)

BY TOM SCANLON

NEWS ........... 10 Governor says schools will reopen this summer

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It might seem odd that mothers of teenagers cruelly shot in a random act of angry violence said they feel blessed.

But, they stressed, it could have been much worse, if not for heroic responders.

Police officers are supposed to stand tall

and stop crime, but Glendale Officer Destiny Ebersohl was on her knees May 20, desperately stopping blood.

And firefighters/EMTs are supposed to be able to enjoy time off from their stressful jobs as professional life savers.

But Avondale Fire Capt. Chris Spire, out for a quiet family meal, dashed out of

a Westgate restaurant into the danger zone after hearing ominous sounds.

“I started hearing what I thought was hammering,” Spire recalled. “I went to the door and pushed it open. We do active shooter training, and I recognized this was

Blessed...continued on page 2

Governor orders nightly curfew through June 8

BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

After a weekend of arson and looting, Gov. Doug Ducey ordered a statewide 8 p.m. curfew through June 8.

Cities around the country have had riots

from those protesting the death of George Floyd. Chilling video shows a Minneapolis police officer kneeling on Floyd’s neck as the man struggles for breath.

While the Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall was looted and hundreds were arrest-

ed for rioting in Downtown Phoenix over the weekend, there were no reports of mass demonstrations or group unlawfulness in the West Valley.

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Blessed...continued from page 1 an active shooter.

“I made sure my family was safe then went back out the front door.”

In a Westgate walking area, two teenagers were on the ground, screaming in pain.

Armando Hernandez Jr. allegedly had just shot three random victims, including Alfredo Jaime, 19, and Destiny Bain, 16.

Ebersohl was one of the first officers on the scene. After applying a chest bandage to Alfredo’s chest wound and instructing a volunteer to hold it in place, she turned her attention to the girl, who had blood spurting out of her leg.

It may have been destiny that brought the two together.

“I applied a tourniquet to her leg, and she was just screaming, ‘It hurts, it hurts!’” Ebersohl said. “I said, ‘My name’s Destiny, too.’

“She stopped screaming and looked at me and said, ‘With an I or a Y?’” Spire, meanwhile, worked on Alfredo.

“I stayed with the male, who was the more critically injured,” he said.

Spire, a paramedic, noted he was

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able to call an emergency “back line” to give detailed information to on-duty EMTs who were racing to the scene.

Tearful moms Glendale Police Chief Chris Briggs, Fire Chief Terry Garrison and Mayor Jerry Weiers honored Ebersohl and Spire with “Life Safety” awards at a news conference May 28.

The officer wiped away tears and the firefighter gulped as the soft-spoken mothers of the victims praised their efforts.

“I knew that you were their angels that protected them that day, that God sent you,” said Magdalena Jaime, Alfredo’s mom.

Kathleen Bain, Destiny’s mother, read a text her daughter sent during the news conference: “When you help because you want to help, God will bless you tenfold because you helped not because you had to but because it came from deep within your heart.”

Bain said Destiny called her right after she was shot and she rushed to Westgate. “She kept saying, ‘Nobody’s here and I’m bleeding.’ I said, ‘I’m on my way, I’m on my way,’” Bain said.

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She was able to share good news.

“Destiny came back home yesterday,” Bain said. “She has a scar from her knee to her ankle. All I could do was hold her. We both cried.

“She said, ‘I’m glad it was me and not any of those little kids that were in the mall.’”

Destiny’s mother took a deep breath to compose herself several times.

“I wasn’t going to come Kathleen Bain catches her breath after reading a text from her daughter, who thanked first responders who treated her gunshot here, but (Destiny) said, wound. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles) ‘Mom, you need to go there.

Tell everybody I’m thankful,’” Bain taining me to go forward,” she added.

Hernandez faces more than 30 said.

Alfredo’s mother said her son was charges, including attempted murder expected to be released from the hos- and aggravated assault.

The 20-year-old from Peoria remains pital that day, but a “minor complicain jail on $1 million bond, with an artion” kept him at the hospital.

Others may not have been injured but raignment scheduled for 8:30 a.m. relive the trauma of witnessing a man Thursday, June 4.

Hernandez allegedly told police his roaming through a once-peaceful shopping center with an automatic weapon, gun jammed, stopping him from his as cries of pain and screams of fright plan of shooting 10 people.

According to a police report, he idenmixed with sirens.

“My wife and youngest son and father- tifies as an “incel,” short for involuntarily celibate, and planned to shoot in-law were all with me,” Spire said.

“Every day we talk about it. It’s been people at Westgate “to earn respect.”

The ones who seemed to earn respect an emotional roller coaster for us. My wife and I talk about it every day. At were the two who helped clean up the first she didn’t want to talk about it, but mess and stop the carnage caused by the shooter. it’s good to open up.”

“Chris is a tremendous asset to this Spire’s job is also quite a roller coaster.

Firefighters/EMTs can be playing cards department,” said Avondale Fire Chief at the station one moment and rushing to Jeff Case, noting Spire has been with the department for 21 years. a gruesome car accident the next.

“Chris’ actions on the night of the He called his job “very rewarding.”

“I got in the fire service over 20 years shooting at Westgate demonstrated his selfless attributes and his willingness ago because I like to help people. to risk his life in a calculated manner to “I love the job I do every day.” protect and save others.”

‘I can’t hate him’ Case noted that, after securing his The two moms were asked their feel- family, Spire put his life at risk to venings about the alleged shooter. ture out into an active-shooter scenario.

“No mother ever thinks their child “I’m extremely proud of Chris,” will grow up like this. I feel sorry for Case said. the mom and dad,” Bain said.

“His actions and the courage he As for the shooter, she added, “All demonstrated, and his genuine concern I can feel is hate. How can I feel any- for others, are the qualities we want in thing else when my baby’s crying in a professional firefighter. Chris is a true pain?” professional.”

Jaime, Alfredo’s mother, felt differThe mothers of the victims struggled ently. to express their emotions.

“I can’t hate him,” she said of the “I don’t have words,” said Bain, lookshooter. “I’m the kind of a person that ing at the officer and the firefighter. always looks at the positive, not the “God sent you guys to do what you negative. … Prayers are what are sus- do best. I am beyond grateful.”

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Cares...continued from page 1 On the first night of the curfew, which went into effect May 31, “The Goodyear Police Department was very well staffed, and it was quiet in Goodyear with no curfew or rioting-related arrests,” said Lisa Berry, a Goodyear Police spokeswoman.

“The Goodyear Police Department is prepared, aware of and monitoring threats, and actively working together with law enforcement agencies across the Valley to ensure public safety.”

In Avondale, it was business as usual as well on the first night of the curfew.

“Our officers will take steps to inform our citizens of the curfew in place in order to gain compliance,” said Pier Simeri, a spokeswoman for Avondale.

“The Avondale Police Department will respond to calls for service as normal.”

Though there were no disturbances in Buckeye, the city’s police department has extra personnel on duty, said Donna Rossi, a Buckeye Police spokeswoman.

“We ask that everyone voluntarily obey the curfew,” she said.

A notice on the Buckeye Police Facebook page said, “Thankfully, Buckeye is not experiencing any disturbances, and we have no information or intel that our city will be the target of any pro-

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Though people are not permitted to be “present on any public street or in any public place” between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m., Ducey’s order is far from a “lockdown.”

Going to work or even to a restaurant is permitted.

According to the order, medical personnel and credentialed members of the media are permitted to be in public, as are those “traveling directly to and from work; attending religious services, commercial trucking and delivery services; obtaining food; caring for a family member, friend or animal; patronizing or operating private businesses; seeking medical care or fleeing dangerous circumstances; and travel for any of the above services.”

The definition of travel includes walking, biking, skateboarding, driving a car, and public transit.

“The looting and violence we saw last night (May 30), especially in Scottsdale, simply cannot be tolerated,’’ Ducey said.

“Destruction of property does not qualify as freedom of expression.’’

The order was taken under the same laws which Ducey said gave him the authority to issue a “stay-at-home’’ order and restrict business operations due to COVID-19. Violations are a Class 1 misdemeanor, carrying up to six months in jail and a $2,500 fine—aside

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from any other charges that might be leveled against those arrested.

In issuing the order, Ducey said in a Twitter post that it “gives law enforcement an additional tool to prevent the lawlessness we have seen here and in cities nationwide.”

“Police will be equipped to make arrests of individuals who are planning to riot, loot or cause damage and unrest,’’ the governor said.

Scottsdale police said “millions of damages and theft” occurred in violence and looting May 30 at the Fashion Square mall and nearby businesses.

Police said 12 were arrested.

And 114 were arrested in Phoenix during protests on Saturday.

The governor said he was acting “at the request of local leaders and in coordination with state and local law enforcement.”

Annie DeGraw, aide to Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, said her boss also was kept in the dark.

“We learned on Twitter along with the rest of the world,’’ she said.

“We have not had any discussions with him about a curfew. We have not had any discussions with him about protests,’’ DeGraw said. “We have not had any discussions with him about pretty much anything in many months.”

Capitol Media Services contributed to this story.

New safety measures at Goodyear Municipal Court

BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

As of June 1, the public and staff who enter the Goodyear Municipal Court building will need to wear a protective face covering. Face coverings will not be provided.

All wishing to enter must bring their own masks or they may be turned away. Those who are denied entry may need to appear remotely at a court proceeding or have to make other arrangements.

“Arizona Courts have not closed,” said Mayra Galindo, presiding judge of Goodyear Municipal Court. “To promote health and safety, courts require you to take precautions when entering the facility, which includes wearing a mask.”

Body temperature screenings are also permitted by an Arizona Supreme

Court Administrative Office directive.

Arizona’s courts are authorized to prohibit entry to courthouses by those who do not meet the screening requirements.

For those unable to attend a public

court proceeding due to the new health guidelines, alternative options for attending court appearances will be provided.

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Ducey giving West Valley cities $30M for public safety, health

BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

Through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act fund, the federal government gave Gov. Doug Ducey $1.9 billion to allocate locally.

Ducey announced May 28 that he will provide $440 million to cities and towns.

More than $30 million of that will land in the West Valley.

The funds come just as cities are putting their annual budgets together. But there are strict stipulations on how the money can be used—only for public health and public safety.

The money from the AZCares Fund is to be distributed based on population, so Avondale (population 87,931) will get slightly more than $10 million—the most in the West Valley.

Going by a Goodyear population figure of 86,840, the state has set aside just under $10 million for Goodyear.

The population figures are taken from U.S. Census estimates, as city popula-

tions will not be official until next year. through the CARES Act to pay poThough representatives of Buckeye lice, fire and 911 payroll expenses— insist its population is acan employee sector whose tually higher, the state is function was significantly going by a Buckeye popualtered by the unforeseen lation figure of 79,620, so demands of the COVID-19 Buckeye’s funding will be response,” Arendall said. $9.1 million.

“The city of Goodyear’s “Goodyear is grateful to allocation of $9,969,802 Gov. Ducey and his team in relief funds will be used for listening to the needs of to offset public safety paylocal leaders and developroll expenses for approxiing a flexible and streammately four months,” she lined funding process added. through the AZCARES The money has not been JULIE ARENDALL Fund,” Goodyear City sent, as cities are required Manager Julie Arendall said. to submit applications for the grant The state’s largest cities, including money.

Phoenix and Mesa, previously received “What our understanding is from direct CARES funding from the federal the governor’s office, we’ll receive government. With less stipulations on (the funding) as soon as we fill in the how the money can be used, those cit- requested paperwork,” said Lindsey ies used some of the funding for busi- Duncan, Avondale’s finance director. ness and resident assistance.

“We’re still in the very early stages “This fund will allow local gov- of this.” ernments across the state who didn’t The funding seemed to come as a receive direct federal relief monies surprise—albeit a nice one—to cities.

Pier Simeria, an Avondale spokeswoman, said, “We want to be careful that the funding, dedicated for public health and public safety, is appropriately allocated. At this time, it would be premature for us to comment on the city’s plan for utilizing those funds.”

Buckeye was also taking a cautious approach.

Similarly, Annie DeChance, a Buckeye spokeswoman, said, “Since this was just announced (May 27), we’re developing recommendations to present to our city council.

“It is ultimately up to council to determine how the money is used.”

According to information on the AZCares Fund, “The direct allocations must be used on payroll expenses related to an entity’s public health and public safety expenses from March 1 through Dec. 30.”

The West Valley’s smaller cities also get AZCares funding.

Tolleson (7,372) is targeted for $846,354, with Litchfield Park (6,436) to get $738,895.

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‘Cross-dock’ project approved by Maricopa County

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BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

Despite opposition from the cities of Goodyear and Litchfield Park, Luke Air Force Base and more than 100 residents, the Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-2 May 28 to approve a military compatibility permit and development plan for a “cross-dock” facility at Falcon Golf Course.

Lucas Schlosser, chairman of the commission, not only voted for the project but also gave a zinging retort to the city of Goodyear’s opposition.

“As far as city of Goodyear is concerned, and having served there for six years (on the Planning and Zoning Commission), not to my recollection when I served there was a project ever denied,” Schlosser said.

“My question to the city is, if it was annexed into the city of Goodyear, would they be opposing it?

That perplexes me. In my opinion, they would be all for it. ... They would have press releases saying

they landed FedEx.” Cowley Properties, the owner of Falcon Golf Course, and Kiernan West, which plans to purchase the golf course and turn it into a transportation facility, got the green light to move ahead to the June 24 Maricopa County Board of Supervisors meeting.

John Connolly, a Litchfield Park resident who is organizing a group that opposes the project, said the fight is not over.

“The focus has always been on the Board of Supervisors. We’ve just started,” Connolly said.

“The real work is ahead of us, as Goodyear and Glendale have now littered the west side with new notices of rezoning.”

Kevin Kiernan of KW Projects told the West Valley View the project will have significant economic impacts, including 450 temporary jobs for construction of the property and 400 to 600 permanent jobs at the facility.

He said the company plans to break

ground this fall on an approximately 170,000-square-foot cross-dock building.

Residents say it also will bring several thousand truck trips a day to West Camelback Road, according to a traffic impact study.

At the online May 28 meeting, the commission added language requiring trucks to travel west on Camelback to the Loop 303.

Though he voted for the project, Schlosser, a broker with Goodyear’s Southwest Land Associates, said he was moved by many of those who spoke against the project.

“Born and raised a Southwest Valley boy, I counted 24 people I’ve known and my family have known (who protested). My former dentist is one of the people in opposition. My former teacher from my high school. The pastor who did the service when my grandfather died was in opposition. It’s a tough decision for all of us,” Schlosser said.

“I echo everyone’s concerns.”

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“I grew up on the west side and understand the growth,” she said. “Although it may meet all the conditions, for me as a citizen and volunteer on this commission we also have to take into account the concerns of the neighborhoods. ... There’s a real issue of quality of life.”

The vote was taken after scores of residents passionately voiced protests.

“Believe it or not, we really appreciate your concern,” Schlosser said.

Romy Martucci, who started an online protest that was signed by more than 2,000 people, was in the “not” group.

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Avondale tax hearing, budget vote planned for June 15

BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

Avondale property tax rates are going down slightly.

And yet many in Avondale may be paying as much—if not slightly more— on their tax bills starting in October.

That, explained Lindsey Duncan, Avondale’s finance and budget, is because the value of Avondale homes is generally rising.

“In positive-growth periods like we were in until COVID-19, as valuation goes up, in order to levy the same amount the (rate) decreases,” she said.

The proposed total rate is 1.4242 per $100,000, a decrease from the current 1.6543 per $100,000.

And the total Avondale collects would also decrease slightly, from around $7.2 million to about $6.6 million.

Even though the secondary home tax is being reduced, since the primary portion has a proposed increase, the city is required to hold a public meeting on the matter. It is scheduled for 7 p.m. June 15 at Avondale City Council Chambers, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive.

Avondale City Council is scheduled to vote on the proposed tax at its July 27 meeting.

This month, City Council is expected to formally approve a $280 million budget. Council tentatively approved a budget in that amount May 18. A public hearing on the budget was scheduled for the June 1 meeting, with the council to formally vote on the budget June 15.

Avondale’s fiscal year begins July 1.

The budget includes 625 full-time em-

ployees, an increase of 7% from the current budget’s 585 full-time employees.

That is one of the driving forces of a budget that increased by 18% over the current year’s $236 million.

“Generally, we’re seeing increasing costs for city services,” Duncan said.

“Increased cost of city utilities like electric and gas, as well as city staff salaries and benefits.

“Overall, as any business would, we see cost increases on an annual basis.”

But, Duncan promised, Avondale residents “will see increases in citywide services. There have been a number of projects completed, such as Festival Fields Park. And (residents are) going to see increases in the services provided to them.

“We have added public safety positions —police and fire— to support the public.”

Unlike other cities, Avondale’s salestax revenues have not fallen dramatically after business closures due to COVID-19.

“We’re still up, year over year. We’re still generally tracking with our expectations,” Duncan said.

Though April sales-tax figures have not been released, Duncan said March salestax revenues that came to Avondale were slightly higher than the year before.

As such, Avondale still expects to collect about $36 million in sales tax this year, which is slightly more than half of the $70 million in revenues that go to the city’s general fund.

At $18 million, the Avondale Police Department is the biggest general fund expenditure, with the Avondale Fire and Medical Department second at just under $10 million.

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Goodyear police board rejects disability application

BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

Multiple internal investigations found Alison Braughton, a former Goodyear Police officer, to have displayed unprofessional behavior.

Another investigation regarding her leaving the scene of a May 2019 accident while off duty was underway when she resigned last year.

Shortly after her resignation, she applied for accidental disability.

On May 28, Goodyear’s Police Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board rejected Braughton’s application.

Jay Mathias made a motion “to affirm

the denial as the applicant, in her own admission, has admitted she is not in the workplace due to she was forced to resign due to multiple internal investigations including a conduct unbecoming an officer.”

Mathias and fellow board members Laura Kaino, Jason Mattie and Eric Webster voted in favor of the motion to reject the application. (Board member Michael Stewart did not participate in the meeting, which was held via a conference call.)

Braughton’s attorney, Dale Norris, challenged the rationale for the board vote.

“I don’t find that in the evidence before the board,” he said. “She did provide a resignation letter, and that was not

her statement.”

Cindy Kelley, the board’s attorney, referred Norris to a report Braughton submitted from Dr. Elizabeth Bochtler.

The board again took no action regarding Deputy Chief Justin Hughes, who submitted an application for disability retirement April 1.

Hughes is the subject of an investigation into improprieties that has been concluded. But Goodyear will not release the investigation until Hughes has used his personal leave time.

On April 30, the board unanimously voted to “accept the application for disability for Justin Hughes and to send him

for an independent medical examination with additional questions,” according to meeting minutes.

The board discussed Hughes’ case privately May 6 but took no action. Hughes was not on the May 28 agenda.

At its May 6, meeting, the board voted—with Mattie recusing himself, as he had down previously on the Cluff matter—to send Kyle Cluff to an independent medical examiner “with questions.”

Cluff resigned from the Goodyear Police Department in January, after an investigation found him to be untruthful.

The board’s next meeting is scheduled for 8 a.m. June 25.

Goodyear takes COVID-19 hit, moves forward with higher budget

BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

Despite a pandemic that has put a significant hit on revenues, Goodyear is moving forward with a budget that represents a 15% increase over the current city budget.

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City representatives say residential and commercial growth is more than making up for a loss in sales-tax revenue caused by COVID-19.

At a May 4 study session on the proposed budget, Goodyear Finance Manager Lauri Wingenroth said cancellation of Spring Training resulted in the city losing $900,000 in direct revenues from ticket sales.

The COVID-19 revenue hit to Goodyear did not stop there.

Wingenroth said the areas most impacted by the results of the response to the pandemic were sales tax revenues— which were expected to fuel half of the city’s general fund.

At the same May 4 meeting, City Manager Julie Arendall unveiled a proposed budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1. Goodyear City Council is scheduled to vote on the budget at its June 8 and June 22 meetings.

“The fiscal year 2021 all fund budget totals $589.9 million. This represents an increase of $75.6 million from the prior year,” Arendall told Goodyear City Council.

Goodyear’s budget for the current year ending June 30 includes $161 million for the general fund. Five years ago, the general fund budget was $108 million.

Arendall said next year’s general fund budget will be $180 million. That includes $27 million for the Goodyear Police Department and $22 million for the Goodyear Fire Department.

“The recommended budget includes for represented sworn police and fire employees a 2.5% market adjustment, and for those not at the top of their pay range, a 5% step increase as provided in tentative collective bargaining proposals,” Arendall said.

“Costs to open the new Goodyear City Council will vote this month on a budget beginning July 1 that includes $180 million for the general fund. Despite sales-tax revenues declining recreation campus projects, due to COVID-19, the city expects construction revenues to help pay for fire to meet existing obligations and police salary increases and new hires. (Image courtesy city of Goodyear) including proposed labor agreements and to make a over the same months in the prior year. one-time payment to non-represented “These strong revenues in excess employees, are included in this proposed of the budgeted level in the first eight budget,” Arendall said. months of the year are expected to susDespite the pandemic’s economic tain the city’s general fund budget for the impact around the world, Arendall was balance of fiscal year 2020,” Arendall confident Goodyear would continue on wrote in a lengthy report. strong footing.

“Even with the significant projected “The proposed budget has sufficient revenue reductions, our year-end general capacity to use higher revenues from de- fund revenue estimates are still slightly velopment activity above the base bud- above the budgeted level.” get to continue funding or add positions She said her proposed budget adds 26 as we evaluate and experience the actual full-time equivalent positions, bringing impacts of COVID-19 on development the total of full-time Goodyear workers activity,” she said. to 707.

Despite expected “sharp declines in And the city plans to move ahead with local sales taxes,” revenues are expected major capital improvements “because to grow. it means spending in the community, The reason: residential and commer- which is good for Goodyear’s econocial building. my,” Wingenroth said.

Arendall said construction sales tax colProjects include a recreation campus, lections are more than double last year and two fire stations, Civic Square at Estrella non-construction sales taxes are up 18% Falls, and a water-improvement project.

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BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

Arizona schools will reopen late this summer, pretty much no matter what is going on with COVID-19, Gov. Doug Ducey said May 28.

And there could be summer school —and even the opening of schools that operate on a year-round basis—starting this month.

The governor and Cara Christ, his health director, acknowledged the risk of having children together in classrooms.

That’s why schools were shuttered on March 15.

But Christ said it isn’t that simple.

“There’s a lot of public health reasons why we would want kids in school,’’ she said.

“They provide a lot more services than just education.’’

Still, she conceded, it is a bit of a balancing test.

“Schools provide nutrition, they provide safe environments, they provide physical activity,’’ Christ said. “All of

this is important for the ongoing health of these kids, especially as they grow.’’

That, she said, requires looking at it “from a holistic public health approach.’’

“We are weighing it against the risk of transmission of the virus, and that’s one of the things we’re taking into account,’’ Christ said. That includes “flexibility’’ to provide alternatives to students—and faculty—who may themselves be at risk or have family members and finding ways to keep them safe “while we’re still meeting the needs of the children.’’

Anyway, she said, there are ways to reduce risks, ranging from more frequent disinfection of surfaces to not having students gather for assemblies and lunches.

Ducey defended the decision to make that announcement about August reopenings on Thursday, even with the state still in what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention calls Phase 1. That is the earliest stage of reopening both the economy and public activity, which involves not just social distancing but also prohibits gatherings of more

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“We need parents and teachers and superintendents to be prepared,’’ he said of the announcement.

State schools chief Kathy Hoffman on May 28 promised to issue “guidance to serve as a road map for preparing for a variety of learning options that keep students and teachers safe.’’

“This document ... will provide adaptable, flexible recommendations, considerations and resources for districts and charters to plan for the upcoming year,’’ Hoffman said.

Public schools aside, the governor gave the go-ahead for summer camps to open as early as this coming week.

That, however, is for the moment going to be limited to day camps. And they will have to operate under guidelines to be issued by the state.

In a 41-page “road map’’ released Monday, Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman provided a series of options for local school board members to consider as they figure out what’s the best course of action going forward for 1.1 million youngsters in more than 2,000 school buildings.

Among the proposals worked out with education, community and health officials: •Physical distancing of children, including partitions between desks and limited seating on school buses; •Closing communal areas like dining halls and serving individually plated or home-packed meals, using disposable utensils and dishes; •Encouraging staff and students to stay home when sick and eliminating “perfect attendance’’ awards; •Screening students for symptoms, which may include temperature checks; •Staging staggered times for parents to drop off and pick up their children; •Creating small class sizes “when possible.”

And when physical distancing does not work, the plan says schools should consider other strategies to limit the spread of disease including cloth face masks, hand washing and sanitizing surfaces.

Still, the bottom line comes down to whether, even implementing all these strategies, it’s possible to keep students

and staff safe. And that problem can be multiplied in younger age groups where it may be unrealistic to try to keep kids apart, which is why, even in the best of circumstances, children come home from school with head lice.

“I think it’s important for all of us to acknowledge that this is about decreasing risk,’’ Hoffman said.

“But in our school settings ... it’s almost impossible to completely eliminate the risk,’’ she said. “A school is a place where people congregate, where kids come together and adults come together, so there’s always going to be some level of risk.’’

Hoffman said the report includes various recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, like the issue of distancing and wearing masks.

“But we also recognize and are realistic that that may not be feasible for every school community,’’ she continued. “If these mitigation strategies are not feasible, then one of the considerations would be to not open and to provide more distance learning or have more online options.’’

And the road map does say that is an option. One other is a “hybrid’’ program where students spend only part of the week in a school building. Only thing is, she said, is the formula for state aid currently does not recognize this as an option.

Hoffman emphasized that none of the proposals or suggestions are mandates.

“This is not a one-size-fits all,’’ Hoffman said.

“This is meant to be flexible and adaptable to help our school leaders think through all different types of scenarios and work within their own communities to create plans that are best for their unique needs.’’

Some of that, Hoffman said, is likely to be based on the rate of infection, with some communities having above-average spread of COVID-19 than others.

All of this -- whether more teachers, more classroom space, more computers for online learning, or even disinfecting solutions -- involves money, even as the state is looking at a deficit for the coming fiscal year that could hit $1.6 billion.

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Coronavirus pandemic: hydroxychloroquine

Editor: The population figures are out for Buckeye—95,000. When the population in the near future reaches 100,000, aren’t we going to look silly with all these people and not one place to eat except fast food? The one or two restaurants in town are really a waste of space.

The best place in Buckeye is the library.

Maybe they could start serving food.

Vickie Chelini Buckeye

Editor: So many doctors, so many opinions.

The president is taking hydroxychloroquine under doctor supervision and the media is outraged because of the side effects. It has been used for malaria and lupus for years with the same side effects and we’ve not heard any criticism.

What’s sad is the media is ignoring the fact that this drug is being used by the doctors in 10 countries. Reports indicate Spain, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, France, Germany, Canada, United Kingdom, Japan and our country but that it could have been used in more. This is all under doctor’s supervision and only for those patients who the doctors feel will benefit from this drug. God bless them for using any drug that will save lives.

It’s sad that the media will not leave the COVID-19 treatment to doctors and their patients.

Virgil Warden Goodyear

Take COVID-19 seriously

Editor: For the people who seem to think they know everything: If COVID-19 isn’t so bad, why did countries from all around the world shut down and ruin their economies?

Why are the world’s top doctors telling us this isn’t anything like the flu and it’s much worse? If you are going to compare deaths of a flu outbreak, then perhaps you should do it accurately. Someone quoted deaths of a 2017-18 outbreak of 60,000—for a year without lockdowns.

COVID-19 has killed 91,000-plus people in the United States in about five months with lockdowns. When you have the leading medical expertise in infectious diseases, then you may know something. Until then, your ideas are just that—and with no medical expertise. I would rather listen to the medical experts than laymen or politicians. Get over yourselves and stop thinking just about you and what you want. And, by the way, your rights end when those rights can kill others.

Mike Getz Goodyear

Lose-lose proposition

Editor: In all the discussions regarding the proposed “cross-dock” facility on the Luke Air Force Base Falcon Golf Course, I have not heard a complete estimation of possible traffic counts.

All that is mentioned are the more than 6,000 trucks daily in and out of cross-dock. What is missing is the zoned light industrial park directly across Camelback Road. This parcel, stretching from Falcon to PebbleCreek, will also disgorge trucks onto Camelback Road on a regular basis. I have not read any accounting of what this may be, but there already is a request for zoning modification to allow trucks on the PebbleCreek end to enter

Camelback Road directly.

Additionally, no mention of when or who will pay for Camelback Road improvements has been made.

This whole project seems to have its value hung on the number of jobs created. The numbers are by a lawyer representing some nebulous company whose investors, beyond an LLC, are undisclosed. Stating a Fortune 500 company doesn’t give a warm fuzzy to residents who will be affected by this bad fit for basically residential communities.

About 400 to 600 jobs do not trump the thousands of lives that will be completely disrupted on a daily basis.

Quality of life that exists now will suffer in this lose-lose proposition.

It is time for the cities of Litchfield Park and Goodyear to take a stand in strong opposition to this looming tragedy to tranquility and property values!

Jerry Mays Goodyear

Fighting the bullies

Editor: In reference to Roy Azzarello’s letter to the editor of West Valley View news dated May 13:

Roy, you asked if you are “the first one to have thought of this brilliant idea” of asking, on a commercial, “Do you really want Joe Biden’s finger on the nuclear trigger?”

I have had a similar thought, having a commercial showing “Sleepy Joe,” sitting on his couch watching TV and, while grabbing for his remote to change the channel, hits a nuclear launch button instead.

There may have been others with this thought as well. But Roy, this is the first time I have seen something like this from the public in print. Bravo! I am getting tired of the Democratic bullies, with their verbal blasting of people like you, me and the majority of Arizonans with their hate of our current president of the United States and bad-mouthing the brilliant job he has done over the last three or more years. He is a role model for all of us. We desperately need the rest of us to fight the bullies who not only bully us but a president who seems to do everything right. And they need to stop watching CNN. Or, keep watching CNN and start watching Fox News as well, especially if

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Past tragedies evoked past presidents’ inspiration

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I never cared much for Clinton the man. But Clinton the orator spoke They came to the Oklahoma State with humility and grace. He leaned Fairgrounds by the thousands, just into a profound moment of national four days after a terrorist’s grief, and drew us with bomb ripped through a fedhim. He quoted Proverbs eral building in Downtown 11:29 and it fit the moment Oklahoma City. perfectly.

This was April 23, “To all my fellow Ameri1995—not a pandemic cans beyond this hall, I say, with 100,000 dead but 168 one thing we owe those murdered—and I was there who have sacrificed is the as a columnist. duty to purge ourselves of The Rev. Billy Graham the dark forces which gave spoke eloquently about the rise to this evil. They are mysteries of God. “I’ve forces that threaten our been asked why God alcommon peace, our freeDAVID LEIBOWITZ lows it,” the pastor said. “I dom, our way of life. Let don’t know. ... I have to confess that us teach our children that the God of I never fully understand, even for my comfort is also the God of righteousown satisfaction. I have to accept that ness: Those who trouble their own God is a God of love and mercy and house will inherit the wind. Justice will compassion even in the midst of suf- prevail.” fering.”

Once, we called moments like this Then President Bill Clinton rose and “being presidential.” It was what presspoke to grieving—and with him rose idents did when we suffered war, atAmerica. tack, mass death. You might remember

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such times, though now it’s a thing of the past.

Here’s President Trump on the day we passed 100,000 dead from COVID-19: “The Radical Left Lamestream Media, together with their partner, the Do Nothing Democrats, are trying to spread a new narrative that President Trump was slow in reacting to Covid 19. Wrong, I was very fast, even doing the Ban on China long before anybody thought necessary!”

Classy.

I miss empathy and having a president who rises to the moment.

Like President Reagan after the Challenger exploded in 1986.

“I know it is hard to understand, but sometimes painful things like this happen,” he told us. “It’s all part of taking a chance and expanding man’s horizons. The future doesn’t belong to the fainthearted; it belongs to the brave.”

Like President Obama after a mass shooting in Tucson killed six and wounded 13.

“If this tragedy prompts reflection and debate, as it should, let’s make sure it’s worthy of those we have lost. Let’s make sure it’s not on the usual plane of politics and point scoring and pettiness that drifts away in the next news cycle. The loss of these wonderful people should make every one of us strive to be better.”

Like President George W. Bush through a bullhorn at Ground Zero after 9/11. “I can hear you. The rest of the world hears you! And the people—and the people who knocked these buildings down will hear all of us soon!”

Here’s Donald Trump, asked if he had a message for Americans who might be worried about the pandemic: “I say that you’re a terrible reporter.

That’s what I say. I think it’s a very nasty question.”

Actually, in our most tragic moments, it’s exactly the question every president should answer.

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felt the $3 billion could better be used in other city improvements. Amazon bolted, and someone patiently explained to her that now there was no $3 billion.

But let’s give her another chance. If she puts her mind to it, I’m sure she can come up with another idea to help Gov. Cuomo. Maybe then he won’t have to tax nonprofits who came to help with the COVID crisis.

Lynne Cole Goodyear

they want to get out of their panic and resulting depression.

We need to keep our Republican leaders in Congress and the Senate, mainly because we need their votes to counteract the taking down of the United States’ way of life by radicals. We need to stop hiding and start verbalizing and writing ourselves. Thanks, Roy, for getting the ball started!

Michael Schwartz Goodyear

Beware of doing good deeds

Editor: New York is in dire need of tax revenue. If I remember correctly, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is quite adept at creative financing. When Amazon was brokering a deal to bring its second headquarters to NYC, it came with a $3 billion performance-based incentive (and 25,000 jobs). AOC didn’t like the whole deal and

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Before the coronavirus pandemic hit, coffee shops were an essential part of many lives. Like restaurants, coffee shops were required by a Gov. Doug Ducey order to only provide to-go or delivery drinks and food from mid-March through May 10. Patrons were permitted to enjoy food and drinks in restaurants and coffee shops May 11, though with guidelines.

Yet West Valley residents have continued to frequent their favorite cafes—with one saying business is actually better than pre-pandemic.

Other local coffee shops, such as Driftwood Coffee Co. in Peoria, saw a decline in business. This can be especially difficult for shops that attract customers because of their unique “vibe” and aesthetic. A Driftwood representative said sales picked up as soon as dining in was permitted.

Some local shops said customers showed their passion about supporting local businesses. Cabin Coffee Café in Glendale saw customers returning a few weeks into the pandemic. Man-

ager Janice Openshaw said, “Our customers tell us they want to see us open when everything is back to normal.”

Cafes that were better adapted to drive-thru and takeout orders have fared better during the pandemic. Café Bebida, located inside Casa Lucero in Goodyear, noted that after customers were aware they could safely place orders, business rebounded.

“We were very fortunate to have a large, beautiful walk-up window for takeout that looks out on the Sonoran Desert,” said Deborah Huyer, Café Bebida’s manager.

“Although business slowed for a

West Valley coffee shops and cafes report regulars continued to get their favorite drinks, even during the pandemic restrictions on dining in that required takout only. (Photo submitted)

couple of weeks after restaurants were closed (for dining in) by executive order, we picked back up and actually did as much or more than we did before the COVID-19 closure.”

Many cafes reported fewer customers in the first few weeks of the pandemic. As customers were assured that takeout orders could be completed safely, business returned.

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feels like you’ve shrugged off a leadlined winter coat weighing down your body but not your spirit. Your inner self Have you ever had that feeling life is how you became free. tossed every obstacle at Are you ready to take a you all at once to see what breath? It wasn’t the year would happen? You’re like you had planned or exa juggler keeping bowling pected, that’s for sure. We balls in the air when, withhave endured a lot; some out warning, life adds an more than others. That egg, an orange and kitten to deep breath might be to your routine. That was an get through the next steps. analogy. Please don’t jugThis is where the power of gle kittens or any animals. community can make a difAlso, remember bowling ference. balls are the natural enemy There will be people who to eggs. The point is: You could use some help getting JOHN SAFIN managed to keep everyrid of the weight. Maybe thing moving. they need kind and supportive words, I remember a lesson from years ago an ear to bend, hand to hold, shoulder from a maintenance tech named Mack: to lean on, or something more tangible.

“God knows the age of every tree and Please think about that as you go about the color of every flower. And, He your day. Even a smile can brighten knows just how wide your shoulders another person’s day ... and yours. I’ve are. And He’ll never give you anything said our community will stay strong to carry that’s bigger than you can han- because of our people. Burdensome dle.” That always comes to mind when circumstances always have an ending. life becomes rambunctious with its un- Let’s do our best to ensure everyone expected challenges. can take that deep breath of relief.

Now, if you’ve been in an over- John Safin is the Southwest Valley Chamber whelming situation, think about your of Commerce president and CEO. For more first breath after getting through it all. information and events, visit southwestvalleyIt’s a deep breath of relief. It literally chamber.org.

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Briefcase...continued from page 13 come out of isolation, people will continue to crave connection and crave a sense of community,” Starbucks president and CEO Kevin Johnson said in a May 21 letter to stores.

“Over the last week, we have now regained about 60-65% of prior year comparable U.S. store sales while reopening under modified operations and

with reduced hours.

“So that is our job now: to build a bridge to a future that—yes—will look different but that stays true to Starbucks’ mission and values,” Johnson wrote.

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Finalists look to have doughnut creations in Bashas’ Bakeries

BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

Six youth and five adults—from Clifton, Glendale, Litchfield Park, Phoenix, San Tan Valley, Scottsdale and Surprise—are finalists of Bashas’ Donut Flavor Craze Contest.

The fifth annual contest invited Arizonans to share doughnut creations that represent their favorite sweet treat or guilty pleasure. The doughnut flavor finalists did not disappoint, with ideas themed around everything from root beer floats, creamsicles and banana splits to brownies, gumballs and potato chips.

Judges carefully weighed creativity, flavor combination and individuality to choose the finalists based on a 100-word description of their best doughnut idea, including the proposed name, key ingredients, and why the doughnut is a sweet treat or guilty pleasure. Entries were in two categories: youth ages 8-17 and adults 18 and older.

The following youth were named finalists for their flavor submissions: • Banana Split: a strawberry-filled doughnut iced with a banana fruit mix, given white glossy icing and topped with chocolate drizzle. (Surprise resident Avery K., age 10) • Brownie Love: a chocolate doughnut

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with chocolate filling, iced with chocolate dip and sprinkled with brownie crumbs. (San Tan Valley resident Kalei D., age 12) • Galactic Gumball: a white-frostingswirled doughnut with colored sprinkles, topped with colored gumballs.

(Phoenix resident Charles O., age 8) • Neapolitan Dream: a strawberry long john doughnut, filled with vanilla pudding and topped with chocolate frosting and pink, white and brown sprinkles. (Clifton resident Sienna F., age 11) • Orange Creamsicle: a Vienna-filled doughnut with orange fruit, mixed with white and glossy icing. (San Tan Valley resident JT D., age 17) • Sprinkle Explosion: a doughnut filled with buttercream and sprinkles, topped with white icing, swirled with drops of color and topped with sprinkles. (Surprise resident Makenzie L., age 10) The following adults were named finalists for their flavor submissions: • Monkey Bread Minis: a doughnut cluster glazed and rolled in cinnamon sugar. (Phoenix resident Fair Yeager) • Raspberry Lemon Delight: a vanilla cake doughnut with lemon, drizzled with raspberry icing. (Litchfield Park resident Amy Bartlett) • Root Beer Float: a doughnut filled with vanilla cream, mixed with buttercream and topped with root beer icing. (Litchfield Park resident Eric Bartlett) • Strawberry Shortcake: a doughnut filled with strawberry glaze, topped with strawberry icing and dipped in a cookie crumb.

(Glendale resident Angel Fuchs) • Vanilla Cream Potato Chip: a bar doughnut filled with vanilla cream and topped with crushed potato chips. (Scottsdale resident

Debi Kinder) Two winning doughnut flavors (one youth, one adult) will be selected by a panel of judges just in time for National Donut Day Friday, June 5. The winning doughnuts will be featured in Bashas’ bakery cases across the state during the month of June.

In addition to having their winning Strawberry Shortcake doughnuts featured in Bashas’ bakery departments across the state, the two winners (one youth and one adult) will be named Bashas’ Official Bashas’ Donut Ambassadors for 2020 and receive $500 worth of prizes, including a Bashas’ gift card, family fun activities and baking/cooking gadgets, along with one dozen doughnuts every month for a year.

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West Valley Mavericks hit $1M in community grants

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The West Valley Mavericks Foundation is distributing over $375,000 in grants to 82 nonprofit organizations in the West Valley, raising its giving total since 2012 to $1 million.

The West Valley Mavericks Foundation is a nonprofit that has a mission “to assist children and families, help people in need and improve the quality of life in West Valley communities.”

“We are especially happy to grant these funds this year, with all of the uncertainty nonprofit organizations are facing,” said Erik Hernandez, chairman of the grant selection committee and partner at H&B Builders.

The funds were generated at four signature fundraising events.

“Any business or individual who supported one or more of our events in 2019 owns part of this. They helped us raise these funds, and we sincerely appreciate it,” Hernandez said.

“We could not do this without our annual sponsors.”

The events the West Valley Mavericks hold include the Shindig Fly Away Party at Goodyear Airport; the Roundup Food Truck and Music Festival at Goodyear Ballpark; and the Maverick Golf Tournament and the Patriot All-America, both held at the Wigwam in Litchfield Park.

Since 2012, the Mavericks have given out $1 million in nonprofit funding, according to Jason Khan, president of the West Valley Mavericks Foundation.

Khan is a partner in Meese Khan LLP accounting and consulting of Goodyear.

“This is a very special year, as we

reached a milestone after having a strong year of fundraising in 2019 along with record-setting events,” Khan said, noting the Roundup Food Truck and Music Festival had more than 12,000 people attend in September.

The foundation also held a record golf tournament in 2019, filling all three courses at the Wigwam with a day of golf followed by a dinner on the greens and live auction.

“We were able to fund 22 additional organizations this year over last year, and given the significant needs in our community in this moment, I am extremely

proud to be a Maverick,” Khan said.

“I am thrilled. We are working so hard right now to try and step to meet the increased demand for services in the West Valley right now,” said Sophie Etchart, founder and CEO of Read Better Be Better, one of the recipients.

“Kids being out of school further exacerbates the problem that Read Better Be Better exists to address, so I can assure you this grant will be put to work.”

The average grant was $3,000.

These organization who received West Valley Mavericks Foundation grants: • A New Leaf.

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• All Faith Community Services.

• Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels.

• American Heart Association.

• Angels on Patrol Inc. • APECA/Natalie’s House.

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• Assistance League of Phoenix.

• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona (BBBSAZ).

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• Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix.

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• Hart Pantry.

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• Hope Community Services Inc.

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• Junior Achievement of Arizona.

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• Maricopa County Community College District Foundation.

• Meals of Joy. • Miracle League of Arizona.

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• One Step Beyond Inc. • Operation Enduring Gratitude Foundation.

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• Phoenix Children’s Hospital Foundation.

• Phoenix Girls Chorus.

• Playworks Education Energized.

• POP - Prostate On Site Project.

• Raising Special Kids.

• Read Better Be Better.

• Rebuilding Together Valley of the Sun. • Ryan House.

• Ryan’s Case for Smiles - Phoenix Chapter.

• Sleep in Heavenly Peace Inc. • Smart Schools.

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• Southwest Lending Closet.

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Temperature checks, no high fives: AIA announces guidelines

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Eliminating high fives, coaching in groups of 10 people or fewer, and administering regular temperature checks are among the recommendations the Arizona Interscholastic Association is endorsing for high school athletes as they begin practice for the fall sports season.

The AIA, the state’s governing body for high school sports, is following guidelines produced by the national Sports Medicine Advisory Committee for a state that is in phase one, which is the case with Arizona. The association also offered guidelines for when the state moves into phases two and three.

“Our priority through this is for the safety and well-being of all our state’s student-athletes and those that support them,” said David Hines, executive director of the AIA. “We are not guaranteed to have a fall season. We are preparing to be ready on time, but it will all depend on how this situation develops as the summer goes on. We just ask that schools, coaches, players and parents consider and utilize the guidelines until we get back to normal.”

The AIA’s guidelines May 28 came shortly before Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced that youth activities, such as Little League and other sports leagues, summer schools and day camps, will be allowed to reopen under new social distancing and safety standards.

“Things would be getting back to normal when somebody could say ‘play ball’ or ‘batter up.’ I was hoping that play ball would be for the Diamondbacks, but in the meantime it can be for Little League,” Ducey said at a May 28 news conference.

The timing is up to organizations, he said.

Detailed guidelines by the SMAC for phase one include:

• Small-group activities are permitted for 10 people or fewer with a coach on-site, but public facilities (including gyms) remain closed.

• All athletes, coaches and other support staff must be free from symptoms for at least 14 days and no individual is in close contact with anyone who is sick within that 14-day period before group training may begin.

• All athletes, coaches and support staff who are members of a high-risk group or live at home with a member of a high-risk group shall only attend training sessions virtually.

• Screening for symptoms occurs based on a daily COVID-19 symptom questionnaire of all participants, including coaches and staff.

• If an athlete is showing any symptoms or discloses symptoms or illness, a parent should be called and the athlete needs to be seen and cleared by a health care provider.

• Temperature checks are strongly encouraged for all participants. Each athlete shall log their self-reported questionnaire and temperature. A COVID-19 point of contact for teams shall maintain symptom logs.

• Disinfecting and cleaning of all personal equipment and material shall occur before and after practice as well as any other time there is contact with another person.

The recommended guidelines created by the SMAC are based on Ducey’s outline for phased reopening in the state. The recommended guidelines by the AIA do not overrule local guidelines enforced by local public health authorities, Hines said.

Emergency legislation was also passed May 28 by the executive board of the AIA in regard to a required pre-participation physical form for all athletes. A waiver was approved to allow student-athletes who have already completed certain physical forms to participate in their respected sport ac-

The AIA announced guidelines for the return of high school athletics in Arizona Thursday. But things will be different, as provisions for the return include no high fives, no groups of 10 or more, and regular temperature checks. (West Valley View file photo)

tivities. The decision was ultimately made to alleviate the stress of some families traveling and wondering how they could get their son or daughter into a medical professional for a physical during this time.

Meanwhile, the new guidelines for youth sports, designed to keep children, parents and coaches safe, mean not sharing water bottles, other drinks or food, towels or most equipment.

Equipment such as basketballs and baseball bats players share during games have to be sanitized before and after a game.

Social distancing moves include recommendations for players to wait in

the car before games or practices start and asking those attending the games to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines to wear masks or other face coverings and keep proper distance away from one another. The CDC recommends a minimum of 6 feet. Ducey’s guidance did not address whether players will wear masks.

The governor said the bottom line is that youths are returning to sports fields.

“If you need a headline today, it would be: Play ball is going to happen with Arizona Little League,” Ducey said.

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Saddle Mountain Unified School District’s two elementary schools will host Kindergarten Round Ups, at which the community is invited to see how the schools’ kindergarten classes operate, meet teachers and register for school.

Classroom tours and information about summer programs will be offered from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at

Tartesso Elementary School, 29677 W. Indianola, Buckeye, and Winters’ Well Elementary School, 35220 W. Buckeye Road, Tonopah.

Appointments are required in order to maintain safe social distancing. Parents and caregivers can call 623-474-5403 for Tartesso and 623-474-5301 for Winters’ Well.

Space is limited to one parent or caregiver and one student per appointment.

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Westside Head Start enrolling for fall programs

BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

Catholic Charities Westside Head Start is enrolling students for the 2020-21 school year, which will include expansion into the Littleton School District serving Avondale and Tolleson for Head Start, Early Head Start, pregnant mothers and homebased programs.

Programs emphasize pre-reading; language; math; cognitive skills; and health, social and emotional competence to prepare disadvantaged children for school and to maximize their potential for a bright future.

Full-day, duration classrooms (8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.), full-day, non-duration classrooms (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and halfday (8 to 11:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) classes are available in Avondale, Buckeye, El Mirage, Glendale, Goodyear, Palo Verde, Peoria and Tolleson.

Students and families eligible to enroll in Westside Head Start include expectant mothers, children ages up to 5, children with special needs, foster children and homeless children.

For more information, visit catholiccharitiesaz.org/all-locations/youth-development.

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SUMMER READING PROGRAM Sarahi Mejia won first place in the 2020 Young Art Month Showcase and Zachariah Padron won first place in the Arbor Day Poster Contest. Both students are eighth graders at the Academy Arts of Estrella Mountain in Tolleson. The Arizona Department of Education and the Arizona Art Education Association partnered to celebrate Youth Art Month with a showcase during March and April.

Buckeye’s Summer Reading Program started June 1 at both library locations and the Roadrunner Bookmobile. Although slightly modified this year, the Summer Reading Program still offers a variety of ways to continue reading, learning, and having fun earning points toward great prizes, including a free book and rewards from participating restaurants. Participants can pick up a “Grab and Go” Summer Reading Kit, which includes eight weeks of fun family activities to earn points after registering at read20az.com. For more information, visit buckeyeaz.gov/residents/library/summer-reading.

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Connie Sue Bailey

Juan A. "Junior" Najera

Connie Sue Bailey 85, of Buckeye died peacefully at home on May 22, 2020. Connie was born September 30, 1934 in St. Louis, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Helen Smith of Phoenix and sister, Jeannie Quine. Connie is survived by her husband, Jack Bailey, her son, Barry Ellis, three sisters in laws, two brothers in laws and a slew of nieces and nephews who loved her.

Connie was a proud member of the Buckeye community.

She served as Director of the Buckeye Chamber of commerce, President of the Buckeye Women's club, and an all-around Buckeye volunteer. A celebration of life will be held for family and close friends at a later date.

Contributions in her memory can be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital or the American Cancer Society.

Juan A. "Junior" Najera, 16, of Buckeye, AZ, died May 20, 2020 as a result of injuries sustained in an ATV accident. He was born October 13, 2003 in Goodyear, AZ, the son of Antonio Najera and Amanda O'Haver (Goodman). He attended Youngker High School.

Junior is survived by his parents Amanda and George O'Haver; his father Antonio Najera; his sisters Desaray Najera, Alana Najera and Aisya O'Haver, and his brother Alex O'Haver. He also leaves his maternal grandmother, Cynthia Goodman and paternal grandmother Enedina Najera.

A celebration of life will be held May 30, 2020 at the Najera residence, 3220 S. 198th Ave, Buckeye, AZ 85326. Please bring a balloon so we can release them in Junior's honor.

A celebration of life will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on 2020-05-30 at Najera Resdience, 3220 South 198th Avenue, Buckeye, AZ 85326, USA.

Robin Berg Robin Berg, of Buckeye, passed away at his home on May 17, 2020 at the age of 63.

Robin was born November 23, 1956 in Joliet, IL but was raised in Spencer, IA. Robin moved to Arizona in 1978 where he worked for LSG SkyChefs.

He later worked for Chelsea Catering then returned to SkyChefs in Phoenix where he retired in November 2019 Robin enjoyed cooking, going to the horse races, playing golf and watching football. His love for the Raiders never waivered, regardless of their performance.

Robin is survived by his wife of 36 years, Rita; daughters Amy Venator (Miah) of San Tan Valley, Alisha Zimmer (Eric) of Queen Creek, April Berg (Josh) of Laveen; son Kabian Berg (Laurel) of Glendale; 7 granddaughters, Georgetta, Lexi, Lily, Ashlyn, Hailey, Anabella and Olivia; Sisters Sheryl Smock of Spencer, IA and Brenda King of Buckeye, AZ; many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.

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Ma Li Maria Clifton MaLi Maria Clifton (7/20/51), 68, of Goodyear, AZ passed away calmly and quietly on 5/20/20 while holding her beloved husband's hand. Maria struggled with Alzheimer's/dementia for the past few years and is now at peace. She was a kindhearted, loving, and generous soul and chose to selflessly donate her body to scientific research in hopes of helping others who may be suffering from similar ailments. Maria was born and raised in Hong Kong and came to the US in 1970 when she married. Maria is survived by her husband Ron - Jesse Ronald Clifton (71); sister Mary (Richard); children Ronald (Carol) and Tina (RC); grandchildren Kirsten (Nic), Joshua, Kara, Kali, Maya, Raja, Juan (Terra), Veronica (Derrick), Reyna, Gloria, Raquel, and David (Oriaha); great grandchildren Olive, Matthew, Freddie, Kaylynn, Brookelynn, Juniper, Samus, and Wyatt and another (Jocelyn) on the way; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; and more. A celebration of Maria will be planned at a later time.

Michael Paul Valabek Michael Paul Valabek, age 73, of Goodyear, Arizona passed away May 21, 2020 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born on October 29, 1946 to Mike and Helen Valabek in Baltimore, Maryland. Michael served in the US Army as a helicopter pilot from 1966 to 1970 where he attained the rank of Warrant Officer. Michael was a member of the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association, the Estrella RC Sailing Club, and a member of the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church. He enjoyed woodworking and was a member of the AZ Woodworkers Association. He took pride in building from scratch models of Chesapeake Bay sailing boats. Michael enjoyed traveling, especially to Vietnam, Cambodia, Austria, and New Zealand. He also spent many summers on Tilghman Island in Maryland. Michael is survived by his wife of 53 years, Margaret Rae Valabek; his children, Andreya Lyn and Michael Joseph Valabek; his sister, Linda Roller and his 4 grandchildren, Elias, Alia, Ava, and Greyson. Services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church outreach program, VHPA scholarship or Gold Star Family Fund, or Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum at St. Michaels Maryland.

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OBITUARIES BarbaraAnn Hayton

Barbara Ann Hayton, age 85, of Peoria, Arizona passed away May 24, 2020 in Peoria, Arizona. She was born on August 26, 1934 to William and Vera Giersch.

Memorial services will be held at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Rd in Goodyear on Friday June, 5th 12pm.

George Edmund Stamaris

George Edmund Stamaris, age 95, of Peoria, Arizona passed away on May 20, 2020 in Peoria, Arizona. He was born on May 9, 1925 to Harry and Lena Stamaris in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/georgeedmund-stamaris/.

Barbara Lee Dillon

Barbara Lee Dillon, age 84, of Goodyear, Arizona, passed away on May 20, 2020. Barbara was born on November 29, 1935 to Alan and Lola Mattal in Detroit, Michigan. Services are private, condolences can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/barbara-lee-dillon/

Sergio Thomas Alarcon

Sergio Thomas Alarcon, age 18, of Goodyear, AZ. Passed away on May 25, 2020. He was born on June 15, 2001 to Sergio E. and Kirby Alarcon in Goodyear, AZ. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be given to the Arizona Humane Society at AZhumane.org.

Condolences can be sent to kalarcon@cox.net, or left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/sergiothomas-alarcon/

Brock Alain Woodward

Brock Alain Woodward, 43, passed away May 12, 2020 in Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Brock was born in Algona, Iowa February 6th, 1977 to parents Milton A. Woodward and Margaret King Woodward Medina.

Brock spent most of his early childhood growing up in Iowa with his 3 brothers and a sister until 1985 when the Woodward family moved to Litchfield Park, Arizona. Brock attended and graduated Agua Fria High School class of '95 and went on to work as an Electrician by trade where he was well respected by his peers.

In April of 2018, Brock moved to Idaho Falls, Idaho where he made some great friendships.

Idaho and everything it had to offer was a great fit for Brock. He found a love for the outdoors, enjoying walks on the river bank of the Snake River and exploring mountain trails on his UTV. He loved the change of seasons and after living in Arizona for 30 years, he even acclimated to the snowy Idaho winters although he never did find enjoyment in having to clear the snow off his car!

Brock loved being with the new friends he made in Idaho and enjoyed spending time hanging out with them. He especially looked forward to the traditional Tuesday nights at The Alibi where he continued his love of Karaoke. Brock's favorite go-to songs were "What a Wonderful World" and "I'm Too Sexy".

His friends all loved the way Brock could tease and play his way into making people smile.

He was full of quirky jokes and he would often ask the ladies " Do you like chicken? Well, grab a wing!" and he would bend his arm for said lady to grab and escort them around the floor.

Many of his friends and family members were always impressed with Brock's cleanliness, love of vacuuming and eye for organization. Brock was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan. He was well loved for his charismatic personality and willingness to help others no matter the request.

Brock will be remembered for being the guy that would go out of his way to engage and include everyone. He was always the first to break the ice and was always ready and willing to disarm a skeptical stranger with a self deprecating joke. While he would be the first to admit his shortcomings, he did have a code that was decently old fashioned and if boiled down to a slogan would be " own your outcomes, because you had everything to do with it."

Brock was a loving son, brother, father, uncle and friend to all. He will be missed by all those who loved him and whom he loved in return.

Preceded in passing by his very loved father Milton A. Woodward; Grandparents OJ and Anna Mae King, and Melvin Woodward.

Survived by his mother Margaret Medina and step father Tony, daughter Liliana Hardy; brothers David, John (Angie) and Jay(Heidi) Woodward; sister Amey (Steven) Woodward Fields; Grandmother Barbara Dettman Fox; nieces Hana Woodward, Callahan and Emma Clark; nephew Conner Clark as well as many, many friends he considered as his family.

A celebration of life will take place Saturday, June 6th in Litchfield Park, as well as a memorial ceremony on Sunday, July 26th.

Please contact the family for details.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

CITY OF TOLLESON Summary Schedule of Estimated Revenues and Expenditures/Expenses Fiscal Year 2021 S c h

Fiscal Year 2020

Adopted/Adjusted Budgeted Expenditures/Expenses*

E

2020

Actual Expenditures/Expenses**

S E c h

Fiscal 2021 Fund Balance/Net Position at July 1*** Year

B E

Estimated Revenues Other than Property Taxes Fund Balance/Net Position at July 1***

C

2021 2021

Other Financing Sources Primary Property Tax Levy

D B

2021 2021

Other Financing (Uses) Secondary Property Tax Levy

D B

2021 2021

Interfund Transfers In Estimated Revenues Other than Property Taxes

D C

2021 2021

Interfund Transfers (Out) Other Financing Sources

D D

2021 2021

Reduction for Amounts Not Available Other Financing (Uses)

D

LESS: Amounts for Future Debt Retirement: 2021 Interfund Transfers In

D

2021

Future Capital Projects Interfund Transfers (Out)

2021

Maintained Fund Balance for Financial Stability Reduction for Amounts Not Available

4 1 5 2 6 3 7 4 8 5 9 6 10 7 11 8 9 10

5,223,303

28,444,248

4,914,682

5,220,303

Special Revenue Fund

General Fund

Debt Service Fund

4,096,387 31,143,465

6,033,233

5,223,303

28,444,248

4,914,682

27,028,029

5,759,440

0 4,096,387

11,734,924 FUNDS 1,885,000

0

22,661,809

0

0

16,593,710

0

Capital Projects Enterprise Funds Internal Service Fund Permanent Fund Available Funds

Total All Funds 76,796,734 57,057,943 Total All Funds

2021

Total Financial Resources Available Maintained Fund Balance for Financial Stability

2021

Budgeted Expenditures/Expenses

2021 2021

* ** ***

0

11,734,924

0

22,661,809

0

4,096,387 76,796,734

4,613,000 5,220,303

1,885,000

0

16,593,710

0

4,613,000 57,057,943

712,250

21,088,169

0

18,106,610

0

72,694,498 0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0 4,096,387

0

0

0 4,613,000

0

0

0

0

0 4,613,000

0 27,028,029

456,693 5,759,440

0 712,250

0 21,088,169

0 0

150,000 18,106,610

0 0

606,693 72,694,498 606,693 0

456,693 0

0 0

0 0

0 0

0 0

150,000 0

0 0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

456,693

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0

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150,000

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0 606,693

456,693

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0

0

0

150,000

0

0 606,693 0

12 E

13

0 0 30,667,723

6,216,133

5,325,250

21,088,169

0

18,106,610

36,373,710

5,873,477

5,139,961

16,404,291

0

25,273,545

EXPENDITURE LIMITATION COMPARISON 2020 Budgeted expenditures/expenses $ 76,796,734 Add/subtract: estimated net reconciling items 6,216,133 5,325,250 21,088,169 0 18,106,610 30,667,723 Total Financial Resources Available 76,796,734 Budgeted expenditures/expenses adjusted for reconciling items Less: estimated exclusions Budgeted Expenditures/Expenses E 36,373,710 5,873,477 5,139,961 16,404,291 0 $ 25,273,545 76,796,734 Amount subject to the expenditure limitation $ EEC expenditure limitation EXPENDITURE LIMITATION COMPARISON 2020 1 Budgeted expenditures/expenses $ 76,796,734 2 Add/subtract: estimated net reconciling items The city/town does not levy property taxes and does not have special assessment districts for which property taxes are levied. Therefore, Schedule B has been omitted.

76,796,734 3 Budgeted expenditures/expenses adjusted for reconciling items 4 Less: estimated exclusions Includes Expenditure/Expense Adjustments Approved in thecurrent year from Schedule E. $ 76,796,734 5 Amount subject to the expenditure limitation Includes actual amounts as of the date the proposed budget was prepared, adjusted for estimated activity for the remainder of the fiscal yea $ 6 EEC expenditure limitation Amounts on this line represent Fund Balance/Net Position amounts except for amounts not in spendable form (e.g., prepaids and inventories) or legally or contractually required to be permanent fund).

1 2 12 3 4 13 5 6

$

$ $ $

0

81,403,885 0

0

89,064,984 0

2021 89,064,984

0

0 89,064,984

81,403,885

0 89,064,984

89,064,984

2021 89,064,984 89,064,984

$ 89,064,984 $ maintained intact (e.g., principal of a

The city/town does not levy property taxes and does not have special assessment districts for which property taxes are levied. Therefore, Schedule B has been omitted.

Includes Expenditure/Expense Adjustments Approved in thecurrent year from Schedule E. Includes actual amounts as of the date the proposed budget was prepared, adjusted for estimated activity for the remainder of the fiscal yea Amounts on this line represent Fund Balance/Net Position amounts except for amounts not in spendable form (e.g., prepaids and inventories) or legally or contractually required to be maintained intact (e.g., principal of a permanent fund).

Official City/Town Budget Forms

Official City/Town Budget Forms

SCHEDULE B

4,478,000 8,369,031

SCHEDULE A

4,478,000

Tax Levy and Tax Rate Information

2021

4/19 Arizona Auditor General's Office

Official City/Town Budget Forms

4/19 Arizona Auditor General's Office

SCHEDULE A

* Includes actual property taxes collected as of the date the proposed budget was prepared, plus estimated property tax collections for the remainder of the fiscal year.

4/19 Arizona Auditor General's Office

5. Property tax rates A. City/Town tax rate (1) Primary property tax rate 1.7281 1.6584 (2) Secondary property tax rate 1.9888 1.8675 (3) Total city/town tax rate 3.7169 3.5259 B. Special assessment district tax rates Secondary property tax rates - As of the date the proposed budget was prepared, the special assessment districts for which secondary city/town was operating property taxes are levied. For information pertaining to these special assessment districts and their tax rates, please contact the city/town.

* ** ***

3.

5. Property Property tax tax levy ratesamounts A. Primary property $ 3,891,031 $ 4,096,387 A. City/Town tax ratetaxes B. Secondary property taxes 4,478,000 4,613,000 (1) Primary property tax rate 1.7281 1.6584 C. Total property tax levy amounts $ 8,369,031 $ 8,709,387 (2) Secondary property tax rate 1.9888 1.8675 (3) Total city/town tax rate 3.7169 3.5259 4. Property collected* B. Specialtaxes assessment district tax rates A. Primary property taxes Secondary property tax rates - As of the date the proposed budget was prepared, the $ assessment 3,891,031 (1) Current year's levy special districts for which secondary city/town was operating (2) Prior years’ levies property taxes are levied. For information pertaining to these special assessment districts (3) primary taxes the city/town.$ 3,891,031 and Total their tax rates,property please contact B. Secondary property taxes $ 4,478,000 (1) Current year's levy * Includes actual property taxes collected as of the date the proposed budget was prepared, plus (2) Prior years’ levies estimated property tax collections the remainder of$ the fiscal4,478,000 year.

(3) Total secondary propertyfortaxes C. Total property taxes collected $ 8,369,031

[Schedules A and B Attached]

3

6,033,233

0 0

4. Property taxes collected* Fiscal Year 2021 A. Primary property taxes $ (1) Current levyproperty tax levy. allowableyear's primary 1. Maximum Prior years’ levies $ A.R.S.(2) §42-17051(A) (3) Total primary property taxes $ B. Secondary property taxes 2. Amount received from primary property taxation in $ (1) Current year's levy the current yearyears’ in excess (2) Prior leviesof the sum of that year's (3) maximum allowable property primary property Total secondary taxes tax $ $$ A.R.S. §42-17102(A)(18) levy.

C. Total property taxes collected

Published in the West Valley View and the West Valley Business on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 and Wednesday, June 10, 2020./31010

2

Fiscal Year 2021

31,143,465

11

Future Capital Projects

3. Property tax levy amounts A. Primary property taxes $ B. Secondary property taxes C. Total property tax levy amountsCITY OF TOLLESON $

$

2. Amount received from primary property taxation in the current year in excess of the sum of that year's maximum allowable primary property tax levy. A.R.S. §42-17102(A)(18)

Please visit the City’s website at www.tolleson.az.gov/ archive to view the agenda with detailed participation instructions.

D

1

LESS: Amounts for Future Debt Retirement:

3,891,031 $ 4,478,000 8,369,031 $

4,096,387 3,891,031 $

A complete copy of the Tentative Budget and Property Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 may be viewed in the Finance Department at Tolleson City Hall and at the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 West Van Buren Street, Tolleson, Arizona 85353.

1. Maximum allowable primary property tax levy.

A.R.S. §42-17051(A)

Secondary Property Tax Levy Actual Expenditures/Expenses**

2021 2021

4,096,387 4,613,000 8,709,387

2. Soliciting comments from interested parties in reference to a Resolution adopting the City of Tolleson Property Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2020-2021.

The Property Tax Levy and Tax Rate information for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 is attached hereto. The Resolution will go before Council for adoption at the meeting scheduled on Tuesday, July 14, 2020.

$

2020

CITY OF TOLLESON Tax Levy and Tax Rate Information Fiscal Year 2021

2021

1. Soliciting comments from interested parties in reference to a Resolution adopting the City of Tolleson Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021.

A summary of the estimated revenues and expenditures/expenses for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 is attached hereto.

2021 2020

4,096,387

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Tolleson Mayor and Council will conduct PUBLIC HEARINGS on TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2020 beginning at 6:00 P.M. via Zoom Conference at https://us02web.zoom. us/j/5439720804 or via telephone at 1-253-215-8782 (Meeting ID: 543 972 0804), for the purpose of:

Primary Property Tax Levy Adopted/Adjusted Budgeted Expenditures/Expenses*

2020 3,891,031 3,891,031 $ 3,891,031

CITY OF TOLLESON PUBLIC NOTICE SUMMARY OF TENTATIVE BUDGET AND PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021

B E

2021 2020

FUNDS

CITY OF TOLLESON Special Revenue Capital Projects Enterprise Funds Internal Service Summary Schedule of Estimated Revenues and Expenditures/Expenses Fund Debt Service Fund Fund Permanent Fund Available Funds General Fund

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NOTICE OF FIRE BOARD VACANCY Buckeye Valley Rural Volunteer Fire District is currently seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on the Fire Board. The term begins no later than June 4th, 2020 and ends Nov. 3rd, 2020. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, a registered voter and reside within the boundaries of the Buckeye Valley Rural Volunteer Fire District. A letter of interest indicating why the candidate believes they are suited for this position must be received by 4 p.m. June 4th, 2020.

Letters of interest will be reviewed by the Fire Board and interviews will be conducted in Special Board Meetings . The selected candidate will be notified and appointed in a Public Session at a date established by the Fire Board. Please mail letters of interest to Buckeye Valley Fire District Administrative Office , PO Box 75, Buckeye AZ, 85326. You may also hand deliver letters to the administrative office located at 6213 S. Miller Rd. Suite #112, Buckeye AZ, 85326 or fax to 1-800-409-0225.

Published: West Valley View, May 27, June 3, 2020 / 30745

NOTICE OF CALL OF ELECTION THE BUCKEYE VALLEY RURAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DISTRICT HEREBY NOTIFIES THE REGISTERED VOTERS OF ALL PRECINCTS WITHIN THE BUCKEYE VALLEY RURAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DISTRICT THAT TWO (2) VACANCIES WILL OCCUR ON THE BUCKEYE VALLEY RURAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DISTRICT FIRE BOARD AT THE GENERAL ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 3rd, 2020.

THE LAST DATE FOR CANDIDATES TO FILE PETITIONS FOR THESE POSITIONS IS JULY 6th, 2020 AT 5:00 P.M. AT THE MARICOPA COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT, 111 S. THIRD AVE, PHOENIX AZ 85003.

THIS ELECTION IS NON-PARTISAN. THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IS OCTOBER 5th, 2020 at midnight.

CONTACT THE MARICOPA COUNTY ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT FOR ANY PARTICULARS CONCERNING THIS ELECTION. Published: West Valley View, June 3, 10, 2020 / 31005

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Submit your notice to:

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Licensed/Bonded/Insured

CONCRETE / MASONRY

Good Condition = More $$$ Best Prices!

Fast, free pickup!

PATIOS, WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS, RV PARKING COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL CONCRETE DEMOLITION & PLACEMENT SPECIALTY CONCRETE FREE ESTIMATES

APPLIANCE SERVICES

CARPET CLEANING/ REPAIR

HANDYMAN

Appliance Repair Now

COOPER’S CARPET CLEANING TILE & GROUT

If It’s Broken, We Can Fix It!

We Also Buy, Sell & Trade Used Appliances Working or Not

480-659-1400 Licensed & Insured

HOMES

BUILDINGS

PATIOS

DECKS ROOM ADDITIONS

KITCHENS

BOB PARRA • 602-384-4014 ROC#328209 BONDED

ELECTRICAL ELECTRIC

Office 623-872-7622

• Same Day Service • On-Site Repairs • Servicing All Major Brands • Quality Guaranteed

COMMERCIAL

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CONTRACTORS

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37 Years Experience OwnerOperator

APPLIANCE SERVICES

ROC Lic. #K-09 149540 • Insured • References Available

Honey Do List Too Long?

Check out the Handyman Section!

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623-546-7714

Family - Owned and Operated LICENSED ROC#181530 BONDED • INSURED www.superchargedelectric.com

ELECTRICAL 20 YEARS IN BUSINESS | FREE ESTIMATES

We do it RIGHT the first time!

Electric & Solar

602-510-1529

allstarelectricaz.com ROC#321507 Licensed, Bonded & Insured

CONTRACTORS

Appliance Repair 4 Less 25% OFF Repa

ir Labor We Repair: • Refrigerators • Freezers • Icemakers • Dryers • Washers • Ovens • Ranges • Stoves • Dishwashers • and much more

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JUNE 03, 2020

623.535.VIEW WEST VALLEY BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

AIR CONDITIONING

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

HG Builders, LLC

Lawn Care

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE

PAINTING ROC #328924

Interior Exterior

Lic. • Bonded

Outdoor Living Specialists

Garage Doors

Repair • Service • Installation Family Owned & Operated

*FREE SECOND OPINIONS *EMERGENCY SERVICE *ALL MAKES & MODELS

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

LANDSCAPING

MEDICAL SERVICES

PAINTING

15 Years in Business and Still A+

Mike’s Lawn Service LLC “A Passion for Caring”

Drywall Repair / Texture Matching Acoustic Ceiling Removal Cabinets & Power Washing

Avondale Garage Doors Inc. 432 N. Litchfield Rd. Unit 300.

Showroom & Parts Store

Fix & Replace

Garage Doors & Openers

LOW PRICES!

623-932-1674

Bonded • Insured • Licensed AvondaleGarageDoors.com

A+ REPAIR-SERVICE-UPGRADE

ROC#198687

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

623.466.3712

GLASS SERVICES Don’t let your broken panes...

Break your bank!!!

• Service & Installation • Door Off Track • Routine Maintenance • Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Valley Wide Service 24/7 • Hablo Español ROC# 319202

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

Broken Springs Replaced

BROKEN SPRINGS

623-225-1930

www.azbestgaragedoors.com

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New Doors & Openers Sales/Service/Installations/Repairs

623-512-6194 ROC# 299652

(623) 878-1180

*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY

ROC# CR65 090690D

• • • • • •

Tree Trimming •Mowing & Edging Sprinkler Systems - Install & Repair Landscape Renovations General Clean Up • Weed Control Lighting • Concrete • Pavers Plant & Tree Installation

The most experienced and compassionate home care service in the West!

Serving the West Valley Since 1990

References Available

Not a licensed contractor

Weekly Year Round Service! No job too big or too small

• In-Home care service for your loved ones • On Call 24/7 Customized Care • Experienced Staff • RN Supervised • Serving the Greater Phoenix West

623.547.7521

602-680-7263

Jorge Ruiz • jorgeruizpaint@yahoo.com

Interior & Exterior FREE ESTIMATES!

Jeff R. Saunders MOBILE

602-826-3969

CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

Mike (623) 764-1294

www.acompassionatehomecare.com

Lic. & Bonded - ROC#143502

LANDSCAPING

PAINTING

PAINTING

ERIC SAUNDERS

BRANDENBURG PAINTING Interior & Exterior

Same Owners, Same Great Service!

Custom Landscaping and Hardscaping Same Owners, formerly Flatiron Landscape Same Great Service!

Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens Same Owners, Same Service!

Custom Landscaping andGreat Hardscaping Concrete.

Retaining Walls.

Pavers.

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Putting Greens Fireplaces.

Outdoor Kitchens.

Curbing.

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Walls.

Irrigation and Repairs Pavers • ArtifiInstallation cial Retaining Grass • Putting Greens Fireplaces.

Outdoor Curbing.

Tree• and PlantKitchens.

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REMODELING

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623.910.0742

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Not a licensed contractor

Licensed, Bonded & Insured ROC #289066

www.airNOWac.com

• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

Same Day Service & Free Estimates

FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED WESTSIDE BUSINESS LICENSED ROC#313262-BONDED-INSURED “World Class Service - Hometown Feel”

$

• Tree Trimming

Mike - 602-644-0285 Eddie - 623-693-8479

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602-722-7696

& Insured ROC #170982

LANDSCAPING Landscape

FREE ESTIMATES

CALL BOB

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Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly Residential & Commercial, Big Properties Not a licensed contractor

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Insured&&Bonded Bonded Insured Insured Bonded Insured &&Bonded ROC#230926 ROC#230926 ROC#230926 ROC#230926

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DRAIN CLEANING with Plumbing Inspection

Senior & Military Discounts

For All Plumbing Repairs

623-299-2637 Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JUNE 03, 2020

623.535.VIEW WEST VALLEY BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY PEST CONTROL

ROOFING

PLUMBING

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MITCH STEVENS OWNER-OPERATOR

• Roaches

A REFERRAL IS THE

• Weed and Turf control BEST COMPLIMENT • 6 month guarantee • Residential / Commercial

Bus: 623 932 4168 Cell: 623 810 6035 Lic. #8555 ld.lmpest@yahoo.com

NO CONTRACTS • PAYMENT PLANS

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30 Years Experience References Available

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SENIOR DISCOUNTS • MILITARY DISCOUNTS

15% OFF

Any Plumbing Service Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 07/31/20

49.95

$

125 OFF

$

Water Heater Flush

Water Heater Install

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Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 07/31/20

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Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 07/31/20

623-688-5243 www.theplumberguy.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 185143, 192987

PLUMBING Veteran Owned

• Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks FREE Water Heater Flush with Service call. Valley Wide Service

623-386-0710

POOL SERVICES

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623-293-7095 623-293-7095 License #ROC209589

PLUMBING

H&H

Plumbing & Drain Cleaning 24 Hr. Service Plumbing Service & Repair Sewer & Drain Cleaning Free Estimates Free Plumbing Inspection Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 229722 • PORA & HOA Gold Member

FREE ESTIMATES! 26 Years Experience in the Valley!

All Types of Roofing

602-743-3175

ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured

ROOFING Estrella Custom Designs ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED

New Roofs & Reroofs

Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate Additions Garages Patios

Painting & More

Kitchens Concrete Flooring

www.almeidaroofing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC #215758

35 Years Experience in the Valley

HAVE A SERVICE BUSINESS?

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Buckeye Plumbing

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All types of roofing!

Almeida Roofing Inc.

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ROC 233444 Licensed • Bonded • Insured

Lic# 4147

MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC

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623-385-9580

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EstrellaCustomDesigns.com

Termite•Pest•Pigeon Pro’s

Senior & Military Discounts

includes labor

FREE Estimates • Service/Repair

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Licensed Bonded Insured ROC 286561

585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $

Senior Citizen Discount

Serving Arizona Since 1976 • Locally Owned & Operated

SAME DAY SERVICE

Water Heaters from

Remodels • Repairs Leaks • Toilets Water Softeners Gas • Sink/Faucets

Your leaks stop here!

New Roofs, Repairs, Coatings, Flat Roof, Hot Mopping & Patching & Total Rubber Roof Systems

Total Care Plumbing LLC

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE

ROOFING

602-622-2859 623-936-5775

The Bug Stops Here

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Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

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DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

872-3047

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POOL SERVICES

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CHECK OUT THESE SIZZLING SPECIALS! 2011 FORD ESCAPE XLS

4,763

$

19307B Clean!

2016 FORD FOCUS SE

9,863

2018 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE S

P8911 Fun! 1 Owner!

13,963

$

2020 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 S

P8923 Like New!

16,963

$

2016 TOYOTA SIENNA SE PREMIUM

P8884A Loaded!

18,963

$

2017 TOYOTA TACOMA SR5

20195A 4x4

26,763

$

5,463

$

19395A Clean!

2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO

$

20122B 1 Owner

2007 HONDA ACCORD LX SE

20304N GRT Cond!

11,763

$

2013 FORD EDGE LIMITED

X8901 Only 53K miles

14,263

$

2014 FORD F-150 XLT

P8870A 4x4!

17,163

$

2017 FORD MUSTANG ECOBOOST PREMIUM

P8928A 1 Owner!

20,263

$

2017 FORD EXPEDITION LTD

19326A 4x4 Loaded!

28,963

$

2002 GMC YUKON SLT

6,563

$

20339A Super Nice, 1 Owner

2018 CHEVROLET TRAX LT

P8912 Like New

11,963

$

2018 BUICK ENCORE PREFERRED

20240B Like New!

$

14,463

2019 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN GT

P8933 Loaded Mini

17,963

$

2015 FORD F-150 XLT

P8889 4x4

$

23,863

2019 RAM 1500 CLASSIC XLT

P8930 1 Owner

29,863

$

2005 TOYOTA SEQUOIA LTD

6,763

$

P8882A 4x4!

2018 MAZDA 3 4-DOOR SPORT

P8925 Sporty, 1 Owner

12,763

$

2017 FORD ESCAPE SE

P8916 1 Owner

15,463

$

2019 FORD ECOSPORT SES

P8917 Only 11K mi, 4x4

17,963

$

2017 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL

P8922 1 Owner

24,863

$

2014 JEEP WRANGLER UNLTD SAHARA

19109A Only 24K miles

30,363

$

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

623.386.4429 | JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM All prices and offers cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Prices do not include sales tax, license, $379.00 dealer doc fee and dealer add ons. All vehicles subject to prior sale. Prices valid through 06/09/2020.

Sales vehicles may have scratches, dents or dings. See dealer for details.

2012 FORD ESCAPE XLT

7,163

$

P8851A Must See! 1 Owner

2016 CHEVROLET TRAX LT

12,863

$

P8790A 1 Owner

2015 TOYOTA RAV4 LTD

T8904 Only 56K miles

16,663

$

2012 NISSAN TITAN SL

P8876A Low, Low Miles

18,663

$

2019 RAM 1500 CLASSIC SLT

P8926 4x4

25,963

$

2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5

19299A 4x4, Sharp

30,563

$ Wes t y!

Va lle

2015 KIA SORENTO LX

SOLD

19482A Warr Inc!

2014 2017 FORD TOYOTA F-150 CAMRY XLTLE

P8906 #P8473A Low mi, 1 Owner Owner, 4x4!

1

$

22,419 13,763

2015 JEEP CHEROKEE TRAILHAWK

P8812A 4x4!

$

16,663

2019 MAZDA CX-5 TOURING

P8888 1 Owner!

$

18,863

2017 FORD EXPLORER LTD

P8609A 1 Owner

$

26,763

2018 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN LT

P8927 Well Equipped

$

38,363