West Valley View: North - July 26, 2017

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Tips still sought in Jesse Wilson disappearance

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Buckeye 10-year-old Jesse Wilson has been missing for more than 12 months. Tips have dwindled. The press has pulled away.

Since the media push surrounding the one-year anniversary on July 18, the Buckeye Police Department has received only a handful of additional leads.

But the BPD forges onward in the hopes the student at Bradley Academy of Excellence in Goodyear will be found. The department is doing its best, detectives say.

“I feel really good about myself for the work that we put in,” said BPD detective Tamela Skaggs, on behalf of her department.

“It may not be work that people recognize or the public recognizes. But sometimes, we hit a roadblock and we can’t go any further without more information.”

Anyone with tips is asked to contact the Buckeye Police Department at bpdtips@ buckeyeaz.gov or via telephone at 623349-6411. For more information, visit buckeyeaz.gov/jwilson-update/.

Missing

Jesse was reported missing from his home at 1 a.m. July 18, 2016, by his adoptive mother, Crystal, who said she last saw him around 9:30 the night before. She said she believed that he slipped out of his bedroom window, as he had done in the past.

“She reported him as a runaway, based on prior behavior,” said Skaggs, who has worked for the department in different capacities for 14 years. “When officers arrived at 1 a.m. on the 18th, they began a runaway juvenile report. Unfortunately, we take quite a bit of those calls.

“When we found out the age of the child involved, that raised the situation to whole new level. It quickly became a missing person case.”

HELPING HAND

Jesse was last seen wearing a red T-shirt and underwear, although gray shorts, black shoes and socks were also missing from his room.

Massive area searches and targeted area searches were conducted on foot, in vehicle and by air, to no avail. K-9 units, drones and search and rescue personnel were also used. Multiple law enforcement agencies and many Valley residents assisted Buckeye police in the search.

“We initially did a search of the home and the neighborhood, the parks, and once that determined nothing, the search expanded on a much larger scale,” she said.

“We searched the land areas, the bigger areas and targeted areas.”

Detectives working the case have been in touch with Crystal Wilson, who did not show up for a 2016 custody hearing for Jesse, his twin sister and their older brother. The two children were removed from the home after Jesse went missing. They reside

in foster homes.

“At this point, we do have evidence from the search warrants that were done on several places, the home being one of them,” Skaggs said.

“There was evidence that was found that was sent to the DPS lab. We don’t have that information back. I can’t go into that because it’s still an active investigation.

“With the case being a year old, we definitely rely on tips – somebody who can help us with what was going on at that time, anything in the home, what Jesse was like emotionally. The tips may lead us to talk to certain people, including family members we don’t know of, or friends who we don’t know.”

Past reports

In April 2011, Jesse was found wandering near his home, which he frequently had

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Lisa Barganier and Amy Breed, both teachers at Imagine Rosefield school, receive a free bag of blocks during a promotion on July 22 to support teachers and others to rebuild, reuse and reimagine at Bricks & Minifigs shop in Avondale. See page 14 for a story about Bricks & Minifigs. (West Valley View photo by Ray Thomas)

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Public’s help needed

The Avondale Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating and identifying a suspect who committed an armed robbery at about 6:05 p.m. June 29. According to police, a Hispanic male wearing a gray T-shirt, black shorts, black socks, black shoes, and a dark-colored baseball-style hat robbed A&C Party Supplies, located near West Loma Linda Boulevard and North Central Avenue, by pointing a handgun at the cashier before fleeing south on foot with stolen money.

Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Myers at 623-333-7434.

Girl injured in DUI crash

A 4-year-old girl was injured recently in a DUI crash with her mother, who had an open whiskey bottle in her minivan.

According to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, Brittney Justine King was driving south on Avondale Boulevard near Lower Buckeye Road when she failed to see a vehicle stopped

Avondale mother to return to court in August

An Avondale mother accused of assaulting and chaining her preteen daughter to a pillar with a dog chain is set to return to court Aug. 11.

Lablonda Renee McClinon, 40, was charged with aggravated assault after

in front of her. She tried to go around the car, but struck another minivan in the left-turn lane.

King suffered broken ribs, while her daughter sustained a skull fracture.

The girl was not in a car seat. King was charged with endangerment and aggravated assault.

the victim’s school contacted police regarding injuries on the child’s neck.

The child was allegedly assaulted after returning home from feeding ducks near 107th Avenue and McDowell Road. Angered by this, her mother told the girl to take off her clothes and chained her to a pillar.

McClinon reportedly admitted to the crime, which was recorded on another family member’s phone.

Fugitive arrested in Tolleson

U.S. marshals arrested 23-year-old Dominic Blackburn in Tolleson, near Interstate 10 and 91st Avenue, on July 21. He was wanted out of Thurston County, Washington, on charges of robbery in the first degree.

According to the charges, Blackburn robbed a man by posing as an individual

looking to trade a cell phone using a popular app. He allegedly robbed and violently assaulted the victim by striking him with a pistol before fleeing the area.

Blackburn was found at an apartment complex in Tolleson and was arrested without incident.

Woman guilty of drowning children

Mireya Alejandra Lopez was found guilty in connection with the 2015 drownings of her twin toddlers.

She was given two consecutive life sentences for the murders plus 20 years for the attempted murder of her then3-year-old brother, according to court records.

The drownings happened Aug. 30, 2015 at Lopez’s home near 115th Avenue and Yuma Street in Avondale.

Her brother did not suffer major injuries, but her children were pronounced dead at a local hospital. Lopez, who was reportedly under the influence of drugs at the time, said she killed the twins because nobody loved her or them.

She is reportedly suffering from manic depression, psychosis and schizophrenia.

MCSO releases name of deputy involved in shooting

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of a deputy who fired his duty weapon, reportedly in self-defense, killing 42-year-old Pedro Rubio.

While on a lunch break, Deputy Jason Blair of District II Patrol was visiting a restaurant in the shopping complex located at the southwest corner of Dysart and McDowell roads. While driving through the parking lot, Rubio collided with Blair’s patrol vehicle, according to the sheriff’s office.

Blair checked on Rubio, who exited his car with a knife. Rubio failed to

respond to Blair’s commands. He walked toward Blair, who fired his duty weapon in self-defense. Blair was not hurt, but Rubio died from his injuries later at a hospital.

The MCSO reports that Blair did not activate his body-worn camera prior to the shooting. There were multiple civilian witnesses to the incident.

Blair’s actions are under review by the MCSO Professional Standard Bureau. Per MCSO standard operating procedures, he has been placed on paid administrative leave. Blair joined MCSO in 2004.

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done, according to reports. Crystal said she tried to keep him from doing so by installing locks, but it didn’t work.

A month later, Avondale Police reported it received tips saying that Wilson was abusing her five adopted children; it was unclear if Jesse was

one of them. Responding officers did not find evidence of abuse.

The case has been hard on Buckeye Police Department officials.

“When we can’t seem to get to that one point, it really affects us and sticks with us,” Skaggs said.

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Avondale assistant city manager studies at Harvard

By West Valley View staff

Avondale Assistant City Manager Gina Montes recently attended the Senior Executives in State and Local Government leadership program at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government.

The specially tailored program is offered to a small, select group of senior-level appointed and elected state, local and international executives. Through interactive case studies led by worldrenowned practitioners, participants learned to navigate advanced issues of leadership, strategy and political management, public value, policy analysis and internal capacity management.

Montes was provided this opportunity through Arizona City/County Management Association, with a full scholarship. The program took place for three weeks in June on the Harvard campus in Massachusetts.

Avondale hires new chief information officer

By West Valley View staff

Jeff Scheetz has been named the City of Avondale’s new chief information officer, charged with leading the municipality’s information technology department.

Helping city departments leverage technology to improve the way they operate and provide services to residents is a key component in meeting the goals set by the City Council.

“This was an extremely competitive nationwide process with many well-qualified candidates,” said City Manager Dave Fitzhugh. “We were looking for a high-energy individual with a strong customer service and technical background, and Jeff brings those strengths to Avondale.”

Prior to coming to Avondale, Jeff Scheetz served as the director of information services for Montrose, Colorado, where he also served as chairman for Colorado cities and counties in the statewide Colorado Government Association of Information Technology organization.

Scheetz has more than 22 years of information technology experience with his work in the government and business sectors and worked as an instructor of IT for Colorado Technical University Online.

He earned a master’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in project management from Colorado Technical University, and a bachelor’s of science in computer science from Mesa State University.

Stinson graduates from basic military training

By West Valley View staff

Navy Seaman Timothy J. Stinson has graduated from basic military training at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Illinois.

Stinson graduated from advanced technical training (A) school and was recognized as the honor graduate of Class 17170.

Stationed on the USS Theodore Roosevelt in San Diego, Stinson is the son of Trish Rosenthal and stepson of Stephen Rosenthal of Litchfield Park, and son of Michael Stinson and stepson of Carole Stinson of Peoria. He graduated from Millennium High School in Goodyear in 2011.

Navy Seaman Timothy J. Stinson graduated from Millennium High School in 2011. (Photo courtesy Stinson family)

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City Hall remains open during entrance construction

By West Valley View staff

Goodyear City Hall will remain open during normal business hours as its entrance undergoes a facelift.

Normal business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Visitors are urged to use extra caution near the construction fencing in the parking area. It is designed to provide a safety buffer for pedestrians and vehicles. Extra signage has been placed in the parking lot to assist visitors in reaching the entrance safely.

The construction will result in several improvements designed to enhance the safety, accessibility and energy efficiency of City Hall including the addition of:

• A new tree to increase shading

• Low-voltage, energyefficient LED lighting

• Improved signage to enhance wayfinding

• Low-water-use xeriscape irrigated with rainwater captured from the roof

• Retaining walls made from the concrete recovered from this construction project

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Goodyear City Hall will soon boast low-water-use xeriscape irrigated with rainwater captured from the roof. (Photo Courtesy City of Goodyear)

Avondale Police recruiting for Citizen Police Academy

By Steven Solomon

The Avondale Police Department is recruiting for its 2017 Citizen Police Academy, accepting applications through Friday, Aug. 18.

“Our participants really like the hands-on activities, such as shooting a Taser, running a radar gun, being part of high-risk traffic stop scenarios, and much more,” said Katrina Armstrong of the Avondale Police Department.

Now in its fourth year, the annual eight-week program is designed for residents of Avondale, surrounding communities and members of the business community to see inside the police department and its law enforcement operations. Participants meet from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays starting September 12 and interact with police executives, veteran officers and professional staff.

“The goal of the CPA is to provide a greater awareness and understanding

of law enforcement’s role in the community,” Armstrong said, noting that about 60 people have completed the program since it began. “The CPA provides participants with an introduction to the functions and resources utilized by the department.”

Topics include recruiting, crime analysis, DUI, motors, SWAT, street crimes, Criminal Investigation Bureau, Taser demo, high-risk stops, dispatch, detention, and a ride along. Because each session includes hands-on activities, the location of each class will vary. Handling firearms is not part of the program.

“We have had participants apply to be part of our Volunteers in Police Service program,” Armstrong said. “Additionally, we have students apply from Estrella Mountain Community College for internship and service learning hours.”

She added there is an extensive background check and additional training required for the VIP program.

“The on-hands experience was amazing. I really enjoyed all the officers’ involvement,” said Surprise resident Mary Burch, who completed the program last year while she was taking a criminal justice class at EMCC. “I think what really surprised me the most was how passionate these officers were about their jobs, and educating us as citizens to help them and our community.”

Participants must be at least 21 years old and able to attend the entire eightweek program. There is no cost for the program.

Space is limited. To download an application, visit avondaleaz.gov/ apdcpa. For more information, call Kathy Laneri at 623-333-7342 or email her at klaneri@avondaleaz.gov.

A high-risk traffic stop is demonstrated during Avondale’s Citizen Police Academy, now in its fourth year. (Photo courtesy Avondale Police Department)

About 60 participants in Avondale’s Citizen Police Academy have had hands-on experiences with a radar gun. (Photo courtesy Avondale Police Department)

A participant in Avondale’s Citizen Police Academy tries on tactical police equipment for size. (Photo courtesy Avondale Police Department)

Goodyear council explores options for four vacant buildings

By Israel Gonzalez

The fate of four vacant city-owned facilities located at Litchfield Road and Western Avenue is still unknown after Goodyear City Council explored options for the property valued at $308,000 in a public work session July 17.

The councilmembers decided to gauge the interest of nonprofits before moving forward with a decision.

“I just think it tells historical Goodyear, ‘We’re not giving up on you. We’re still thinking about you,’” said Mayor Georgia Lord.

The facilities are costing the city around $30,000 a year to maintain, and at least one building’s maintenance has been paid since May 2014.

“I just didn’t realize we were expending that amount of money on those empty buildings, and I’m very disappointed we’ve been doing that,” said Vice Mayor Wally Campbell.

The options presented to the council included selling, demolishing, leasing or finding a partnership for them.

“These buildings are aging, but they’re in fair condition,” said Christine Smith,

Goodyear’s facilities and fleet manager.

Still, the buildings will need work if they are to be kept. It will require more than $200,000 over the next five years for the buildings to be kept in their current condition, Smith said. But the city council said it doesn’t want to give up on the area.

“You have to think of the humanistic side of it,” Lord said. “I know it sounds like a lot of money, but in the whole compass of what we’re doing in this city, it isn’t a lot of money.”

The four vacant buildings are, combined, 9,500 square feet, and the lot size is 47,044 square feet. The estimated value of all the properties is $308,000, Smith said.

Demolition was one of the prevalent ideas thrown around in the City Council meeting, but not every councilmember was on board.

“What are all those homes directly behind there going to be thinking of this area and that we’re vacating another point?” said Councilwoman Joanne Osborne.

Buckeye seeks public input on new park amenities

By Scott Shumaker

The city of Buckeye is running an online survey to help decide which amenities to include in a 35acre expansion of Sundance Park, a community facility located on the corner of South Rainbow and West Lower Buckeye roads.

The survey, which runs through July 27, has received more than 1,300 responses, said Bob Wisener, Buckeye’s conservation and project manager.

The first phase of Sundance Park opened in 2012 with 30 acres of amenities, including lighted athletic fields, a dog park and picnic ramadas. Wisener said these features have been popular with residents.

Sundance’s second phase calls for the park to double in size, and its plan will be “largely dictated by community input,” Wisener said.

Buckeye’s online survey asks respondents to select preferences from a list of 13 potential park amenities. There is also an option to add ideas not

listed. Among the suggested amenities in the survey are pickleball courts, multiuse fields, a splash playground/

pad and game courts (shuffleboard, bocce, horseshoes).

Buckeye officials plan to have the

second phase designed by July 2018. Funded by development impact fees, phase two will cost the city about $650,000, Wisener added.

Based on the size of the expansion, Wisener projects a $6.4 million price tag for the Sundance Park expansion. Groundbreaking and completion dates for the 35-acre expansion have yet to be determined.

“Timing for construction is dependent on funding,” Wisener said. “The city will be developing a funding strategy and seeking grants.”

The 35-acre expansion of Sundance Park will move Buckeye closer to its target of eight acres of parks per 1,000 residents. But Buckeye’s rapid population growth in recent years keeps moving the goal line of total park acreage.

“We still fall a bit short,” Wisener said.

To take the survey, visit https://www. surveymonkey/r/Sundance2.

Sundance Park in Buckeye features two youth baseball fields. City officials are asking for the public’s help in deciding what amenities to include in a park expansion. (Photo courtesy City of Buckeye Community Services)

David Roderique, Buckeye’s new economic development director, has his eye on the prize

By Steven Solomon

Buckeye’s new economic development director knows what he needs to do if his performance is going to be successful: attract more jobs to the city.

“We hear from many residents that they are frustrated there aren’t many jobs out there,” said David Roderique only a few days after starting his new job. “It’s a high priority.”

Other priorities include bringing more amenities, services and new infrastructure, which, he said, includes significant retail, movie theaters, a bowling alley, widened streets and new parks. But he said doing this will take time, possibly years.

“As we bring in these things, I think they will be a very tangible thing for residents will see.”

Prior to coming to Buckeye, Roderique worked for a real estate and economic consulting firm. His resume also includes a stint as president of

the Downtown Phoenix Partnership, for which he had a staff of 40 and an annual budget of $3.5 million.

“I worked on the revitalization of downtown Phoenix,” he said.

During his tenure, there were several new entities, including a convention center, hotels, downtown Arizona State University campus, high-rise office towers, a biomedical campus and medical school, a light rail system, retail and numerous residential projects. Downtown Phoenix has become a major event venue, including hosting over 1 million visitors at 2015’s Super Bowl Central.

From 1985 to 2008, Roderique was Scottsdale’s general manager of economic vitality, overseeing the city’s economic development, redevelopment, tourism and business service areas.

Between 2000 and 2007, Scottsdale added over 30,000 new jobs, increased

sales tax revenues by 90 percent, saw its bond rating increased to AAA by all three national rating agencies, and realized over $2.5 billion in new downtown reinvestment. The big projects in Scottsdale during his time there were the Scottsdale Waterfront and the Scottsdale Fashion Square, with stores, boutiques, restaurants and cafes.

“I worked to attract many of the big companies in the Scottsdale Airpark,” he added, which is one of the largest employment centers in Arizona. Prior to his service with Scottsdale, Roderique worked in corporate real estate in San Francisco, and as an economic/real estate development consultant in Tucson.

award and has been acknowledged by the Phoenix Business Journal as one of the Valley’s “Most Influential Business Leaders.”

Roderique is certified by the International Economic Development Council as an economic developer and been the recipient of awards, including Economic Developer of the Year and Economic Organization of the Year by the Arizona Association of Economic Development. He was the co-recipient of the Scottsdale employee of the year

He serves on a variety of boards, including the Urban Land Institute Arizona Council District and the Herberger Theater. He is the past chairman of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council’s E.D. Director’s Team.

“As the seventh fastest-growing city with a population over 50,000, Mr. Roderique’s experience is a great fit to ensuring Buckeye’s growth is solid and strategic,” said City Manager Roger Klingler.

Roderique, 59, has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in geography and regional development from the University of Arizona. He has continued his education through such programs as the IEDC Economic Development Institute and Harvard University’s executive/professional program. He lives in Scottsdale with his wife and two children.

David Roderique is Buckeye’s new economic development director. (Photo courtesy City of Buckeye)

Goodyear council approves plan for park

By Israel Gonzalez

Zip lines, splash pads, meditative gardens and pickleball are just a few of the activities that will be featured in a future park in Goodyear.

Tentatively called Wellspring Park, the facility will be built north of Interstate 10 between 145th Avenue and Dysart Road. The Goodyear City Council unanimously adopted the conceptual master plan during its meeting on July 17.

Wellspring Park will focus on health and wellness of the mind, body and spirit. The park is estimated to cost between $100 million and $200 million, but investors have already shown interest, according to the conceptual master plan. The developers are anticipating that this will be one of the nation’s premier parks.

The 129-acre park is being constructed at a basin that was used to capture floodwaters. In comparison, Margaret T. Hance Park in downtown Phoenix is 32 acres. Wellspring Park will be split into seven precincts, each with its own theme on wellness. Attracting the community to a healthier lifestyle is one of the goals.

“It’s well documented that being outdoors benefits people’s health,” Coronato said. “And having access to outdoors and fitness activity is going to be key to this project.”

Each section of the park will feature its own amenities. For example, the challenge and discovery

“It has to be a different kind of park,” said Craig Coronato, a landscape architect with Logan Simpson, one of the partners on the project. “It’s not your traditional ballfields and soccer fields and playgrounds. It will have some of those elements, but it will really be focused on therapy and wellness and physical spiritual and mental types of health of people.”

precincts will have fitness circuits, rope courses, climbing walls and sports courts. Other areas of the park may be drastically different, such as the meditation and observance precinct, which will feature gardens, meditation areas and shaded areas for yoga.

“There’s water, but there’s places to play and there’s places to meditate,” said Councilwoman Sheri Lauritano.

“I look at this and I say, ‘This is a place for all generations.’ You can go there and it just looks so calm and soothing, yet there’s fun and excitement for the younger people.”

Water will also be featured prominently around the park. Not only will water be used in the water precinct, but it will move throughout the site, and there may even be a place for natural water.

“We want water that doesn’t smell like chlorine, which is really a deadly,

deadly chemical,” said Charles Anderson, a landscape architect on the project. “We can make a natural water place here.”

The park started as an idea in 2014 of John Kuhn, chief executive officer of Abrazo West, and has grown to a partnership of a multitude of entities including the city of Goodyear, Adelante Healthcare, Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Arizona Department of Health Services, Wellness Place Concepts, Crossfit Fury, Logan Simpson, WERK and others. The park’s potential could have it being the “heart of this growing city,” Coronato said. Other project participants believe in the scope of the park.

“The idea of this park is selfie park,” Anderson said. “Everywhere you go in this park is that moment where you have to take a picture of you in this park because it’s amazing.”

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Students team with first responders to cool down firefighters

By Israel Gonzalez

West Valley residents aren’t the only ones looking for ways to cool off this summer.

Avondale Fire Department teamed up with physical therapy students from Franklin Pierce University and physicians in a study to determine what exactly goes on inside firefighters’ bodies while extinguishing fires and cooling off in the desert heat.

The study focused on core temperature of firefighters and was conducted on July 14 and July 21. While body heat was the study’s core, vital signs were recorded and electrocardiograms monitored the heart’s electrical activity.

“We measure actually every beat of their heart during the whole time they’re in the fire,” said Donald Shaw, a professor in the physical therapy program at Franklin Pierce University. “And you can tell whether the electric waveform that we get is abnormal. You can tell whether or not the heart rate is too fast.”

The study used several models

for cooling down firefighters. That included placing wet towels on their heads, submerging their forearms in ice water and using a cooling-fan mist system. Dr. Elizabeth Wilson, the study’s medical director, said this may be the beginning for testing cool-down methods.

“This is just really a pilot project just to kind of see what we got,” Wilson said. “I think lots of projects will stem from this that will be more specific as far as what our focus is. This is kind of just general see what happens, see what we get and then we can go from there.”

The results have not been fully analyzed, but some findings have been notable.

“One major thing is that when they come out (of the fire), their temperature continues to rise significantly, two degrees or more once they get out of the fire,” Wilson said. “We didn’t expect that.”

The study came about after Shaw found out, through a discussion with

a realistic firefight for us.”

Avondale Fire Chief Aaron Glass, that there wasn’t an established protocol for cooling down firefighters down after a blaze. Franklin Pierce University graduate students became involved. The students’ experience has been unique.

“I think everyone has a new profound respect for firefighters,” said Edson Madamba, a Franklin Pierce University graduate student. “It’s because we got to see them do everything in this kind of an environment and they’re so really upbeat about everything. It’s a pretty humbling experience just being students in a classroom and these guys are out putting out fires every day.”

After they cleared the burn tower, the firefighters went to a rehab station, where they were monitored and cooled down using one of the models. The students and on-hand paramedics continued monitoring core temperatures and other vital signs. Beswick said it was interesting to track heart activity.

During the two days, the students set up monitoring equipment on the firefighters before fighting the fires at a burning tower set up by Avondale Fire Department. The students then recorded vital signs, core temperatures and other components before and after the fire. Avondale Fire Capt. Chris Beswick said these type of drills set up a realistic situations.

“For this particular drill, we just had a simple fire in what we call our burn room,” Beswick said. “It heats up the building and puts smoke around the building. And then they had some simulated victims in several different places in the building. Basically, we were trying to replicate what would be

“We had one last week which would actually be considered a cardiac event – an emergency event,” Beswick said. “Those go unnoticed. Cardiac issues are one of the No. 1 killers of firefighters. It’s really interesting to see this very healthy group of people having these scary cardiac events. I think you’ll see a lot more focus on cardiac.”

The study has had life-changing experiences for everyone involved, especially the students, Shaw said.

“I don’t think there’s been one student who has walked away the same,” Shaw said. “Because we now have a new appreciation for what these guys go through. Think about it. Every alarm that goes off could be their last alarm. Every alarm that goes off can be it. Yet they do this again and again and again. If they’re willing to do that I think we need to be willing to give them information that will make their job easier.”

Mason Bernal’s temperature and blood pressure are measured post- re. (Photo by Tim Sealy)

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New progressive liberal party ruining lives

Editor:

Democrats? Well, 2017 has been, to say the least, an interesting year, filled with hate, violence, murder and a display of anti-Americanism to the likes the world has never seen. Why? What happened to bring out this vile and wild, animal-like behavior? I will tell you that it is not the fault of the Democrats, because there are so few, and they have been beaten back and down by their own party, the progressive liberals. No more John F. Kennedy. We have Joe Manchin out of West Virginia, who is a great Democrat.

The new progressive liberal party is funded by George Soros and run by hate groups. This new party, brought forth by Obama, hates the Constitution as well as America. They are protected by the media, who spill lies, untruths and hatred daily.

Every call to reach across the aisle is a joke. When you reach out to this party, you get an arm without the hand, or a stub. Riots, burning businesses and cars, killing policemen, blocking traffic, going to people's homes, burning flags, hating the military, hating God, and on and on and on. And the media is the worst: CNN was caught seven times with full-blown admitted lies. My parents were longtime Democrats who worked for the party and would now be turning in their graves to see this progressive liberal party of hate. It’s a real shame, but working with these types of people is not possible. Look at the hate and shame coming out of what some call “higher learning.” I call it brainwashing. A child enters college with hope, loving God and life and their country and come out just the opposite. God bless our country!

Elwood Kuentzler Goodyear

Statues should honor ‘great’ Arizona minds

Editor:

About Jorge Diaz’s letter: How about a debate between Azzarello and Posner? My thoughts exactly! It would be a “battle of wits, with an unarmed man.” We can have a reenactment of the

2016 presidential debates, with Posner, Azzarello, Oviatt and Maccree; maybe including me and Celini, to round out the group. The first couple questions to this “illustrious” group would be: 1) How would you replace the ACA? 2) How would you balance the budget? 3) Do you see the border wall as a feasible solution to the immigration problem?

I want to create our version of Mount Rushmore, by carving the heads of Azzarello, Posner, Oviatt, Maccree and Flynn into the Estrella Mountains. Then include a statue of me, riding a donkey (or a poor facsimile of a horse). I’ve always thought that a statue of me should be in front of the places where I used to work: McLane Sunwest and Snyder’s of Hanover (now Lance). That’s the least they can do for me. The statue in front of Snyder’s is with me holding a coffee cup. I’m not asking for much. Maybe another statue in front of the West Valley View office. That’s a thought. People of the future will get to see “the great minds of the early 21st century in Arizona."

Laura Rivas Buckeye

Time to say goodbye to Trump

Editor:

Enough is enough. I can’t take this presidency anymore. I can’t take these Republicans anymore. There is no more honesty, integrity or truthfulness in the White House, Congress or Senate. The last six months have been like dog years to me, which, in a way, is good. That means we only have a little more than six months left in this presidency.

David Rice Avondale

Keep up the pressure

Editor:

Make no mistake! Repeal and delay means that Republicans will do nothing on the issue until immediately prior to the repeal becoming effective. They will not consult. They will not hold hearings. They will not compromise. They will wait until moments before the ACA will expire, and will then attempt to force Democrats to agree to

their most Draconian plan to forestall a return to nothing.

Keep up the pressure and don’t let this happen.

Morris A. Seeskin Goodyear

Politics are something worth talking about

Editor:

Recently, I quoted Give ’Em Hell Harry to illustrate that the Republican agenda has not changed in at least 65 years. I asked people to stop voting against their own financial interest. It seems to me that many people do not realize the significance of being involved in politics.

Politics affect every aspect of our lives, including the food and medicine we ingest, and the quality and existence of our children’s education. It affects the roads we travel, the air we breathe and the taxes we pay or don’t pay. We have different philosophies in the political arena, and those philosophies make a difference. For example, while taxes are inevitable, this is not a game for dilettantes and it is not a game that any of us can afford to ignore.

If you are not happy with the education that your child is getting, chances are that it is because education suffers when money is pulled out of the public system to fund private schools that only relatively wealthy people can afford. If you think food should be affordable so that people can eat,

chances are you might favor lifting the tax on nutritious foods and placing the tax on something else that is not a necessity of life. Whatever your opinion on these and other issues, these are all decisions that have a political basis and affect the amount of money each of us has available. We can all benefit from talking about politics, informing our elected officials of our opinions and voting.

Eileen Fein Goodyear

Buckeye deserves better

Editor:

The City of Buckeye is a perfect example why zoning is so critical when a city is being formed. It takes a person or people with vision, wisdom and common sense. Here in Buckeye, we are getting a storage facility and a $3 car wash on prime property facing the main street instead of our first upscale restaurant, which the residents are entitled to. I would support that. What a shame. Buckeye deserves better. It’s not cheap to live here.

Vickie J. Chelini Buckeye

Approves new format

Editor:

I was pleasantly surprised at the new format. Will the new owners at Times Media Group inform West Valley Letters...continued on page12

View readers about the change in the ownership of the paper? Will you publish a statement of principles? A simple hello?

In any case, I hope the new editors rein in the “Letters to the Editor” section, which the previous owners had allowed to devolve into a printed version of a Facebook open thread, where local citizens fight and trash other citizens over their political views. I may be old school, but I always thought a newspaper's a community service, and I’m not sure what service lies in letting citizens trash each other in print, while others hoot their approval.

Above all, I would hope the new owners never give in to the fear and dereliction of duty that would lead the WVV’s previous editor to boldly publish this disclaimer in every issue:

“Letters to the editor are published without any editing. Any errors in spelling, punctuation or grammar are those of the author. Two online reader polls have indicated that a majority of View readers prefer that the letters not be edited.”

Also bring back the Business Briefcase. I liked that guy.

Jason Bentley Litchfield Park

How to get a letter published E-mail: editor@westvalleyview.com

The West Valley View welcomes letters that express readers’ opinions on current topics. Letters must be 300 words or fewer, include the writer’s full name, address (including city) and telephone number. The West Valley View will print the writer’s name and city of residence only. Letters without the requisite identifying information will not be published. Letters are limited to one per author per every two issues. Letters are published in the order received. The West Valley View will not publish consumer complaints, form letters, clippings from other publications or poetry. Letters’ authors, not the View, are responsible for the “facts” presented in letters.

A note from the new publisher of West Valley View

The year was 1976. A yellow Datsun 210 towing a small U-Haul trailer was rolling down 91st Avenue past what back then were cotton and onion fields.

Inside the car was one very excited family of three: My mom and dad and me. I was just 5 years old and, like my parents, couldn’t wait to catch a glimpse of our new home.

My parents, young and eager for a fresh start, were no different than thousands of couples who moved to the West Valley amid America’s Bicentennial. They were optimistic that this was the perfect place for their family – a close-knit community with quality schools, safe playgrounds and plenty of house for their hard-earned dollars.

I love to see how things have changed and how they have, in many ways, remained the same.

vital component of West Valley life, our company’s goal is to even better serve the readers and advertisers who make the paper possible. We want to find a way to go deeper, to better deploy our resources, and to tell you more stories about your neighbors, your community leaders and the issues that impact your life and your family. We stand committed to taking a great publication and making it even better, by making it more indispensable than ever before.

Fast-forward four decades. The West Valley may be all grown up now – most of those agricultural fields have given way to homes and businesses – but the community is still a popular landing place for families young and old. It’s still a great place to raise your kids, and it’s still a haven for optimism and the can-do spirit. I attended Pendergast Elementary School on 91st Avenue, and I still love to drive through the surface streets of neighborhoods in Buckeye, Goodyear, Avondale, Litchfield and Tolleson, where my Pop Warner football teams used to practice.

It’s because I have a passion for this community and for quality journalism that my company, Times Media Group, last week completed the acquisition of the West Valley View. Simply put, I believe in these cities and towns just as my parents did 40 years ago. And I believe in quality journalism – telling great stories that positively impact the areas our company serves and that better connect residents to the place they call home.

That passion is what motivated me to get into the media business 20 years ago. And it’s why this week I take the reins of the West Valley View with a reverence for its past, and with great enthusiasm for its future.

As the new publisher of such a

I invite you, please, to contact me with your feedback, your ideas and your story tips. That isn’t an empty request. If you think we can add something to the View or do something better, I’d love to hear from you. You can reach me any time at (steve@ westvalleyview.com), or you can call our newsroom at 623-535-8439.

Thank you for letting us into your home each week and for making us a part of your life. In return, we hope to do what every great publication should do: inform you, entertain you, and help our community better serve its residents and its businesses.

Steve Strickbine Publisher

Business Briefcase

By Niki D’Andrea

Greetings, readers, and welcome (back) to the Business Briefcase! We took a break last week, which did not go unnoticed. We heard from many people in the community, who said they regularly read this column and were disappointed we didn’t run it in the July 19 issue. During the Business Briefcase break, we were hanging around the West Valley towns we cover, talking to city council members, reaching out to the chambers of commerce, responding to emails from readers, researching recent economic developments in your cities, and fielding feedback about

the new look of the West Valley View – mostly positive (thank you), with numerous requests to bring back Business Briefs. Well, we’re happy to bring BB back from its weeklong summer vacation, if you will, and we don’t plan to let it get away again anytime soon.

Speaking of summer – and foods particularly suited to this sweltering season – Dickey’s Barbecue Pit moved into 15525 W. Roosevelt Street in Goodyear over the weekend. The owners and operators of the franchise, Tiffany Oder and Chade Burge, fired up the pits and celebrated the grand opening with free smoky meat treats for

the first 50 guests, $2 pulled pork sandwiches, and free meals for kids with an adult purchase of $10 or more.

Further franchise news: Floridabased company The Learning Experience plans to open one of its children’s centers in Goodyear. The freestanding centers include 10,000 square feet of retail space and a 2,000-square-foot playground. The centers serve kids 6 weeks to 6 years old.

Also in the “coming soon” category, a new Fry’s Food & Drug location is slated to open at the Village Grove in Buckeye in late 2017.

Studio Styles AR recently opened at Plaza in the Park, 4830 N. Litchfield Road, Suite 106, Litchfield Park. The salon can be reached at 623-547-1849.

All six West Valley chambers of commerce will come together for the Biz 2 Biz Expo at the Glendale Civic Center, 5750 W. Glenn Drive, on August 24. The event is free to attend and open to the public, and will offer information on marketing one’s businesses, as well as opportunities to showcase products and services. Visit wvcca.com for more information. That’s it for this week. Thanks for reading.

Brick by brick, Avondale store resurrects forgotten Lego

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

When Michael and Jennifer Pyer’s sons were children, they played with Lego. Little did they know this knowledge would come in handy down the line.

The Pyers are celebrating the oneyear anniversary of their Avondale business Bricks & Minifigs, a store that sells used and new Lego. Bricks can be purchased individually or in bulk. Desirable retired sets with themes of historical landmarks and Lord of the Rings line the walls. A display case along the checkout counter boasts rare minifigures like the Pirates of the Caribbean’s Davy Jones and the Lego Series 1’s clown.

“We were traveling back from Colorado and to the Phoenix area, and we noticed a Bricks & Minifigs store in Albuquerque,” she said.

“We weren’t able to stop in that time. So we looked it up online and saw it was a franchise.”

It was love at first build, and the Pyers signed on. The store has two levels of used items: used and certified used, the latter of which is inventoried to ensure all of the parts are there.

“We like to emphasize that we have what you would not find in Target, Walmart or the Lego Store,” said Pyer, a former fourth-grade teacher. “We have some of those, but it’s not our emphasis. Our emphasis has been what was out in the past with Lego.”

Pyer said parents like the store because they can purchase minifigures separate from the sets.

“They don’t have to worry about buying the whole set,” she said. “A lot of parents say they like that.”

Bricks & Minifigs, which has a fourperson staff, fills its inventory with items that customers bring in for cash or store credit. When patrons bring in non-Lego bricks, they are packaged and donated to teachers on a first-come, first-serve basis.

“Seeing the inventory that people are willing to come in and give to us

Bricks & Minifigs

1721 N. Dysart Road, Suite 108, Avondale 623-518-3113

bricksandminifigs.com

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday Noon to 6 p.m. Sunday

Camps and Workshops

There are still Bricktastic Summer Workshops and Camps, even though school is ramping up. Call or visit the store for details.

July 31 to August 4, from 9 a.m. to noon, “Stop Motion.” Students will design, build and photograph their Lego creations to construct a stopmotion animation film. $150

is amazing,” she said. “The majority of the stuff in here has gone through the door from customers.”

A former teacher, Pyer is proud of what Bricks & Minifigs does for kids.

“All summer long, we’ve been running fun activities for kids,” she said. “We have birthday parties in a separate room. We have a derby rack in there. Kids – and their parents –can build cars and race them down the tracks. Kids love it. The fathers get a little competitive, though.

“That’s my heart in this; being a teacher by trade and reaching out to the kids and having fun with them,” Pyer added.

During the school year, Bricks & Minifigs has a “Bricktivity” on the second Saturday of each month. Children can build models and take them home for $10.

Pyer said it was important to open the store in the West Valley.

“We wanted something out here because we live out here,” she said. “We see a lot of new things and they’re always on the east side. We wanted something out here that was unique, so we decided to place it here in Avondale.”

So, what do her sons think?

“They were all into Lego growing up,” she said. “They still love it a little.”

August 7 to August 11, from 2 to 5 p.m., “Simple and Motorized Machines.” Students will work as young scientists, engineers and designers to find solutions to realworld problems. $10

August 14, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., or 3:30 to 4:45 p.m., “My Own Creation Monday.” Kids will make their own creations with supplied bricks. The models will stay at the store. $10

August 15, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., or 3:30 to 4:45 p.m., “Terrific Tuesday.” Kids can create and race a brick derby car down the track. $5

August 16, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., or 3:30 to 4:45 p.m., “Wacky Wednesday.” Have fun playing Lego Batman Movie bingo and other games using bricks. $10

August 17, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., or 3:30 to 4:45 p.m., “Thrilling Thursday.” Create and race a derby car down the race track. $5

August 18, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., or 3:30 to 4:45 p.m., “Fantastic Friday.” Kids can make their own Lego creations with supplied Lego bricks. The models will stay at the store. $10

These Lego miniature gures can range in price from a few dollars to more than $50, depending on their availability or scarcity. (West Valley View photo by Ray Thomas)

Jennifer Pyer of Bricks & Mini gs in Avondale holds up a very collectible Lego Series 7 Bunny Suit Guy mini gure. It’s one of hundreds of mini gures for sale among the thousands of pieces they have. (West Valley View photo by Ray Thomas)

Local eye centers announce partnership

By West Valley View staff

American Vision Partners has teamed up with Southwestern and Barnet Dulaney Perkins eye centers, the latter of which has a Goodyear location.

As part of the new strategic partnership, BDP and Southwestern will continue to serve patients under its existing brands, while also benefiting from new opportunities to collaborate as part of the American Vision Partners alliance.

Patients should expect to see their current doctors and have access to the same services at their local centers with an improved experience. Over time, patients and payors will benefit from the addition of new services, the opportunity to schedule appointments closer to home, reduced wait times as part of a larger provider base and greater efficiency in the scheduling and billing processes.

Arizona-based American Vision Partners is one of the nation’s largest ophthalmic management companies. The board of directors appointed Kyle A. Bohannon to lead the business as president and chief executive officer, with a focus on optimizing patient care and accelerating growth of the American Vision Partners platform.

“American Vision Partners was born out of a collective goal to become the leader in the ophthalmology industry, and we are proud to have launched with such established brands,” Bohannon said.

“Barnet Dulaney Perkins and

Southwestern are synonymous with quality ophthalmic care. We will continue to enhance the quality of care provided at all of our centers and sharing the best practices of these two great organizations. Our goal is to maximize our shared opportunities to build a platform that can grow aggressively, while adding new services, exceptional providers and convenient locations. By executing on a very disciplined growth strategy, we will bring our outstanding patient service and exceptional medical

outcomes to more patients who need our care nationwide.”

Bohannon previously served as president and chief executive officer of FastMed Urgent Care where, under his leadership, the company expanded from nine to more than 110 clinics in six years.

Bohannon will be supported by Chief Operating Officer Shane Armstrong, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Andrew Rabinowitz and Chief Financial Officer Darren Wight, all of

whom have previously served at BDP or Southwestern in various leadership capacities.

Dr. Lothaire Bluth, the founder of Southwestern, was appointed the chairman of the board, and Mark Rosenberg, the former CEO of BDP, appointed as vice chairman.

BDP Goodyear is located in Palm Valley Office Park III, 1626 N. Litchfield Road, Suite 110. For more information, call 602-955-1000 or visit goodeyes.com.

Buckeye chamber tourney unites business, community

By Carson Mlnarik

There is still time to register for the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Swing & Sweat Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 19.

Held at the Verrado Golf Club, the event is a highlight for the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce and the surrounding community.

Tedy Burton, “friend raiser” and staff at the chamber, said the event has been very successful since it began 19 years ago.

“It’s one of our larger fundraising opportunities,” Burton said. “We get

anywhere from 60 to 80 golfers.”

The event is open to single players and teams.

Single players’ fees start at $75, which includes green fees, cart, range balls and lunch. Team registration begins at $300.

Buckeye companies can opt for the major sponsor package, which includes four players, signage and their logo on printed materials.

For the cheerleaders and golf caddies, there will be mulligans, raffle tickets, poker hand and licorice ropes

available at the check-in booth.

“Come and expect to enjoy yourself,” Burton says. “We swing and we sweat.”

Check-in for players starts at 6 a.m. and the games begin at 7 a.m. The Verrado Golf Club is located at 4242 N. Golf Drive.

It doesn’t take a killer swing to get involved, though. Burton said the chamber is still looking for volunteers to assist with registration and the silent auction.

Those looking to get involved or

showcase their best swing can find information about registration at buckeyevalleychamber.org or 623-386-2727. Registration ends August 11.

The Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce is led by chairman Thad Chapman and president Deanna Kupcik.

The Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization from the business and professional communities and works to support local business and build strong partnerships with all parts of Buckeye Valley.

Barnet Dulaney Perkins is located in Palm Valley O ce Park III at 1626

N. Litch eld Road, Suite 110, Goodyear. (West Valley View photo by Israel Gonzalez)

Youngker’s new coach excited for future

By Casey Pritchard

Tony Cluff is experiencing déjà vu.

This season, Youngker’s new head football coach is succeeding Kelly Epley, the same man he worked under at Agua Fria before eventually taking over that program in 2013. It’s a similar situation, but at a different school.

“I came out here (after being let go) at Agua Fria. It was time for a fresh start, and Kelly gave it to me again,” Cluff said. “He gave me my start at Agua Fria. I was coaching freshman when he got hired and he pulled me up and kind of showed me the ropes, taught me a lot about football and a lot about kids. It was good to come out and work for him last year, and take it over for him. Yeah, a little bit of déjà vu.”

Cluff worked at Agua Fria for 21 years, 10 of which were under Epley. During that time, Cluff learned several valuable lessons.

“He brought a lot of discipline,” Cluff said. “We do the right thing no matter what. We’re going to win with dignity. We’re going to lose with dignity. We’re going to do things the right way no matter what the kids are doing on other teams.”

Senior Chris Rogers, who plays offensive and defensive line for Youngker, said the coaching change has been positive.

“Coach Epley was a good coach, but his ways were different and people didn’t understand how he coached,” Rogers said. “With this staff, it’s more people enjoying it, understanding it, and we’re not afraid to make mistakes like before.”

Cluff implemented workouts four days a week during the summer to help prepare for the upcoming season. A big emphasis was on lifting weights.

“We start with some speed and agility, then core stuff, then we got our lift on,” Cluff said. “Every day after lifting, we throw the ball around. Every day we did everything, Monday through Thursday, to get these kids used to doing what it takes, and they responded great.”

FOOTBALL

The summer turnout was good, as numbers were up significantly from last year, Cluff said.

Cluff spent last year as the Roughriders’ defensive coordinator, and he was also the head wrestling coach. Both experiences helped familiarize Cluff with the athletes at Youngker, and he thinks they’ve adapted well to him in his new role with the football team, he said.

“Being on the staff last year, they all got to know me, so it wasn’t a big shock,” Cluff said. “I may be a little softer than Kelly, so some of these kids may respond a little better to that, but I think it’s gone well. I think they seem to be happy.”

“I’ve got such a great group of kids. It’s been amazing,” Cluff said. “I’ve had at least 65-70 in the weight room every morning, which is probably 30 more than we had last year. We averaged about 25 incoming freshman a day. Last year, I think we had four. It’s spreading. The word is spreading, and now we just have to capitalize on that and keep it moving.”

Quarterback Shane Cruz said Cluff has changed the way things are done, and Cruz is excited for the upcoming season.

“He’s more interactive with us. It’s a lot more fun at practices; we all have a good time,” Cruz said. “It made football a lot more enjoyable.”

Youngker’s football team has never

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had a winning season in eight years of varsity competition. A 4-6 mark in 2012 was its best finish.

Last year, the Roughriders were 2-9. Cluff hopes to turn things around, but said for that to happen, the atmosphere at the school has to change.

“It’s a brand-new school, and without being completely mean, they’re used to mediocrity, and they’re OK with it,” Cluff said. “So, the big thing I’m trying to teach is it’s not OK to just go through and be happy with it. Take that next step. I’ve got great support from the front office. I said, if we’re going to change the school, the football team is going to change the school. They’re behind it.”

Cluff said he knows that’s a lot to take on, but he’s ready for the challenge.

“You look at schools like [Chandler] Hamilton with successful football programs, they also have successful academics,” Cluff said.

“(Administration) sees that hand

in hand, and they kind of put a lot of pressure on me, but I love it, I’ll take it. We want to change the culture in the football program, and have that bleed over onto the school.”

Youngker spent four days at camp July 17-20 in Show Low, and just began practicing for the regular season. The Roughriders’ first game is August 18 at El Mirage Dysart.

“I’m super excited,” Cluff said of the upcoming season. “I’m exactly where I want to be right now. I love my teaching job. The administration backs me 100 percent. I think last year we turned the wrestling program around, and I think we’re going to continue with the kind of things, and maybe move on from some of the things coach Epley brought. It’s an exciting place to be right now. I’ve got a great staff and a great group of kids right now.”

Tony Cluff, above, is succeeding Kelly Epley as football coach at Youngker. (West Valley View

Photo by Ray Thomas)

Buckeye football preparing for Hawaii

By Casey Pritchard

Buckeye’s football team had good results in summer competition, and one that was not so favorable. However, coach Kelley Moore and his team talked at length about the less-than-desirable showing, and what they’ve learned from it.

“We ended poorly, and it was a complete blessing,” Moore said. “Normally, at camp, when kids are tired and all that, we dig into resolving conflict and all that stuff, but because we had a meltdown in the (Peoria) Liberty tournament, a complete team, big-man, skill-guy meltdown, instead of waiting for camp to deal with that kind of stuff, we got to do it that night.”

Moore and the Hawks went to camp early this summer, from July 6 to July 10. They went to Bisbee to save money for their upcoming trip to Hawaii (August 16 to August 21), for which they are $8,000 short.

“It sounds like a lot, but we’ve raised $95,000,” Moore said. “So, really, it’s just trying to squeeze that blood out of a turnip, that last 10 percent, and quite honestly, we need some help from our community.”

Those interested in donating can contact Moore at kelley.moore@ buhsd.org.

The Hawks will play a zero-week game against Kailua High School in Kailua, Hawaii, but Moore also wants to take his athletes on educational experiences while in Hawaii. He’s planning to visit Pearl Harbor, the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific and the Polynesian Cultural Center.

“We’re going (to Hawaii). The question is, are we going over as an opportunity to build a memory, or are we going over for laughs and giggles?” Moore said.

“The Polynesian Cultural Center is $7,000, and that’s a 20 percent discount they gave us. So, the memories that they would create, this lifetime memory maker, versus going over and eating peanut butter and jelly

sandwiches and playing a football game. It makes a big difference.”

Although Buckeye’s summer performance ended on a rough note, the beginning of the season showed a lot of promise.

“This summer was really exciting because when you look at us physically, compared to some of the teams we’ve played, like Liberty, (Peoria) Sunrise Mountain, Millennium, we physically look like a JV team, but competitively, we’re big time,” Moore said. “Our guys have heart.”

In addition to having heart, the competitive spirit of the team has been overwhelming, Moore said.

“I don’t know if you can teach that, but I believe you can cultivate it,” Moore said. “This is the start of (my) fourth year, and each year, the linemen have paid it forward to the next year’s big men, and it’s really starting to pay some dividends. It looks a lot like a championship organization, (not) somebody who’s tried to build one.”

Buckeye won two big-man tournaments over the summer, and was the runners-up at Desert Edge’s weekly competition in June. The Hawks were victorious at the

University and Universal Athletic tournaments.

In 7-on-7 competition, Buckeye finished second to Liberty in the ACU tournament, and made the quarterfinals at Universal Athletic. Several players have stepped up for the Hawks this summer, Moore said.

“The senior leadership has been outstanding,” Moore said.

“On the line, it’s Troy Delgado, Jesus Mireles, Angel Gordillo, Eduardo Zaragoza. Skillwise, our quarterback J.C. Perez, a little sophomore Angel Macedo, Anthony Smart, Albert Buelna, Javon Sheron, Darzell Smith, Montell Hibbitt. It’s crazy. They, collectively, have really matured as a group. It’s a lot of fun.”

The Liberty event didn’t produce the same results for Buckeye, but it was a learning lesson.

“Kids attached failing with being a failure, and that’s not the case,” Moore said. “We got a chance to really focus in on the process, instead of the outcome, so those guys could see how they had competed the whole summer at a high level. And honestly, we were due for a letdown, and it happened. That doesn’t mean you don’t come back the next day, which we did, and pound it some more. It was really outstanding.”

After returning from camp, the Hawks’ goal for the rest of the summer is to raise the remaining money they need for Hawaii. Moore said he hopes the community will help, because he knows his athletes will return the favor.

“The maturation of our kids’ character, and their ability to serve the community; I’m extremely happy with our others-centered attitude, and I’m just hoping the community will respond for these young men and give them an opportunity to pay back,” Moore said. “We’ll speak at service organizations, the kids will go down to elementary schools and talk about their experience. We’ll do anything that it takes to make the community of Buckeye a better place to live.”

The Buckeye Hawks went to camp early this summer. (Photo special to WVV)

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The Hawks will go to Hawaii in August. (Photo special to WVV)

Angel’s Diner, locally owned family restaurant will be celebrating its ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY

July 29th 10am – 3pm. Angels Diner would like to say THANK YOU for the communities support!

The restaurant is owned by The Barajas family who have been in the restaurant industry for over 20 years, and have spent this latest journey in Goodyear, a city that their family has been part of for many years.

Angel’s Diner provides casual dining where you can live a unique experience. The restaurant primarily serves traditional American & Mexican cuisine but they also offer vegetarian and vegan options and a fresh juice bar.

Angel’s Diner provides the highest quality of food at a reasonable cost and never compromises quality or service. Focus is to treat people like family and make every guest feel at home by creating a kind and welcoming dining experience- where everyone can enjoy authentic and nutritious mouth-watering food!

New for the Summer – Angels Diner is offering COLD BREW LATTES!

Satisfy those summer cravings – stop on over and treat yourself to a refreshing beverage!

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623-925-1061

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Bingo for Books

Have a fun afternoon of Bingo for Books from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Needle & Thread

The Avondale Civic Center Library, at 11350 Civic Center Drive, invites adults to bring a coffee mug and materials to join fellow crafters for needlework, knitting and crocheting at 10:30 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.

More to Explore

2 to 3:30 p.m. This small robot can draw using an electric toothbrush and markers. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Bubble Wrap-Up Party

Were you a part of the library’s summer reading program? Come down to the Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren St., to celebrate the end of the summer reading program at 10:30 a.m. There will be music, bubbles, crafts and STEAM stations. For information, call 602-652-3000.

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Marionneaux Elementary School Dedication Ceremony

At 9 a.m., stop by to see Buckeye’s new addition to the elementary school district: Marionneaux Elementary School, 24155 W. Roeser Road. For information, call 623-866-6000.

Saturday

invites the those desiring to deepen their meditation practice or try meditation for the first time to join them on Sundays from 5 to 6 p.m. All faiths are welcome. For information, call 623-935-3279.

Monday

The West Valley View publishes on Wednesday. The 9 Days a Week calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue.

Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the View’s coverage area, which is south of Northern Avenue, west of Loop 101, plus all of Tolleson, extends to Estrella on the south and Tonopah on the west. Events such as concerts and theatrical performances that fall outside of the View’s circulation area will be considered as there are no concert halls or theater venues within our boundaries.

9 Days a Week calendar items print on a space-available basis; the only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement.

Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Wednesday to be considered for the following Wednesday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to news1@westvalleyview.com or faxed to 623-935-2103.

Paws for Reading

Kids ages 6 to 12 can build structures, experiment, play games and make crafts at this interactive learning program. This program runs from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays at the Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

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Make a Difference

Big Brothers and Big Sisters and Read on Buckeye are working to find tutors and mentors for the new school year. Training will be provided for interested volunteers. Attend a meeting at Buckeye Family Resource Center, 210 S. Sixth Street, Building 700, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. or at The Den at the Verrado Coffee Company, 1829 N. Verrado Way, Buckeye, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. For information, call 602-812-3946.

Tabletop Gaming for Tweens & Teens

Community Bingo

The Rotary Club of Buckeye sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.

Preschoolers and school-age children can visit Litchfield Park Branch Library with a parent to practice reading for 15 minutes with a registered therapy dog. The Paws for Reading program is from 4 to 5 p.m. at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park, on the last Wednesday of each month and has helped improve children’s reading skills as well as confidence. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Computer Class

Do you need to brush up on your computer skills? Come to the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch at 21699 W. Yuma Road, at 6 p.m. to learn mouse skills, Microsoft Word, basic internet, ebooks and more. For information, call 623-349-6314.

Bring a friend for fun games like Dutch Blitz, Set and Bananagrams at 10:30 a.m. at the Litchfield Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Festival Ranch Park Bookmobile

The bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 26252 W. Desert Vista Boulevard, Buckeye, from 1 to 4 p.m. for residents to visit. Visitors can obtain library cards and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Doodle Bots

Waddell’s White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, invites school-aged children to make their own doodle bots from

Movie Friday @ the Library

Join other families at the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive, at 2 p.m. as they cool off and laugh to Storks. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Tai Chi @ the Library

Certified tai chi instructor John Leo will give free weekly lessons for adults at the White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Yoga @ the Library

Waddell’s White Tank Branch Library, at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, will hold weekly yoga classes from 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. for adults and teens 12 and older to strengthen flexibility, improve posture and build concentration. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Jigsaw Puzzles - Are You the Missing Piece?

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon full of jigsaw puzzles from noon to 2 p.m. at the Downtown Buckeye Library, 310 N. Sixth Street. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Wow! Volcanoes presented by Mark Carter

Did you know that Arizona is home to over 600 volcanoes? Learn about its many volcanoes with Mark Carter from 2 to 3 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Boogie Time

Have fun, meet others and improve balance with an interactive dancing class from 2 to 2:30 p.m. at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Verrado by Bashas’ Bookmobile

The bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 21064 W. Main Street, Buckeye, from 9 a.m. to noon. Visitors can get library cards and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Nutrition and Cooking with Melanie Albert

Create summertime cold tomato soup and homemade hummus in Velma Teague Branch Library’s cooking class from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Melanie Albert will hold this class for free at 7010 N. 58th Avenue, Glendale. Registration is required. For information, call 623-930-3440.

Business Counseling with SCORE

Make an appointment to learn more about all areas of business from noon to 4 p.m. at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. For information, call 602-745-7250.

Writer in Residence Office Hours with Aprilynne Pike

Glendale Main Library is hosting Writer in Residence Office Hours with Aprilynne Pike from noon to 2 p.m. at 5959 W. Brown Street. She will be at the library to write and give advice for budding authors. For information, call 623-930-3530.

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Movie Monday at the Library

Join other families at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street, at 2:30 p.m. as they cool off and laugh to The Secret Life of Pets. For information, call 602-652-3000.

EON Business Meet-up

Meet fellow businessmen and entrepreneurs to share ideas, ask questions and receive advice at 6 p.m. at the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W. Yuma Road. For information, call 623-349-6354.

Babies & Books

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive hosts parents and their babies ages 0-2 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. to promote early development. Babies will learn with books, music and playtime activities. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Toybrary

Wildlife Encounters

Come down to Wildlife World Zoo at 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park, at noon, 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. to learn about the zoo’s wild animals from its knowledgeable professionals and see the animals foraging and flying. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.

Contemplative Prayer & Meditation

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park,

From 10 to 11 a.m., The White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, invites parents to bring their children ages 0-5 to a fun play group that builds children’s motor and social skills. Toys can be checked out for two weeks at the end of play group. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Teen Leadership Club

Teen Leadership Club is a group that creates and carries out new programs for the Goodyear Branch Library. Call before stopping by from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-651-3507.

XY: Teen Indie Film Fest!

Teen filmmakers are submitting 3- to 5-minute book-related videos throughout July. Submit your own film or come by to enjoy the videos from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. For information, call 623-930-3530.

Tuesday

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Buckeye Business Connection

Tai Chi @ the Library

Certified tai chi instructor John Leo will give free weekly lessons for adults at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, from 1 to 2 p.m. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

The After-School Hangout: Computer Coding, Gaming & Crafts

Tweens and teens can stop by the Glendale Main Library at 5959 W. Brown Street, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Laptop, tablets and craft supplies will be available. For information, call 623-930-3530.

Buckeye Chamber hosts the Buckeye Business Connection every Tuesday from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. at 508 E. Monroe. This group serves coffee and a light breakfast and networks with business members in the community. Each week, there is a different guest speaker. For information, call 623-386-2727.

Code Club

The Buckeye Library Coyote Branch at 21699 W. Yuma Road, hosts kids ages 8-12 so they can learn how to create their own video games and websites from 5 to 6 p.m. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Animal Sheltering: The Ins and Outs

Thinking about adopting a furry friend? Rachael Kreisler will explain the different ways pets come into animal shelters, how the animals are cared for in the shelter and how the pets leave shelters from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Foothills Branch Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, Glendale. For information, call 623-930-3868.

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Teen Volunteer Days (Ages 12-18)

Are you looking to meet new friends and earn volunteer hours for school? You can help your community with other teens at the Avondale Civic Center Library’s Volunteer Days from 3 to 5 p.m. at 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Come & Play with Me

Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library hosts a weekly open-play group at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, at 11 a.m. for children through age 5 to have fun and grow their social skills. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Community Center Bookmobile

The Bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 201 E. Centre Avenue, Buckeye, from 11 a.m. to noon. Visitors can get library cards and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Song-Ercise for Toddlers, Preschoolers

Ms. Maria and Ms. Gabby lead an exercise program for parents and their children from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Digital Help Spot

Bring a smartphone, tablet or eReader to Glendale Main Library at 5959 W. Brown Street, at 2 p.m. to learn how to get free downloadable books and audiobooks from your library. For information, call 623-930-3530.

Fit & Strong

Come to the Community Center at 201 E. Centre Street, Buckeye, from 8:45 to 10:15 a.m. for exercise. This is a program for older adults and people with lower extremity osteoarthritis that strengthens and improves flexibility. For information, call 623-349-6600.

Playgroup (Ages 0-5)

Connect with other parents and caregivers as your children build their social skills during Avondale Civic Center Library’s open-play group at 10 a.m. The library will provide toys and an indoor play space at 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Regenerative Therapy: Hips, Knees,

Shoulders and Backs

Dr. Frost will discuss the history and studies on the effectiveness of regenerative therapy to heal and prevent surgery of the joints. Come down to White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, from 1 to 2 p.m. to learn more. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

In Stitches in Goodyear

Enjoy tea and coffee as you meet fellow crafters and work on your own crochet, knitting or sewing project. Come by the Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to join. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Goodyear Branch Library to begin Sunday hours

By West Valley View staff

The Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street, will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays beginning July 30, bolstering the regular hours of 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Wednesday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday to Saturday.

The City Council’s adoption of the Fiscal Year 2018 budget included a boost in funding to extend the library’s operations allowing access to library services and programs seven days a week in Goodyear.

“The library is an integral piece of the city of Goodyear,” said Maricopa County Supervisor Clint Hickman. “Maricopa County library card holders will now have even greater access to many wonderful programs and resources, including the Innovation Hub, which offers workshops, webinars, a meeting room, and business assistance.”

The extra hours of operation are among the recent improvements at the library. The entrance to the facility was upgraded to improve accessibility and

add an artistic, shaded seating area that lights up in the evenings. Another feature of the entrance includes a literary quote chosen by patrons that is engraved in the concrete: “A book is a dream that you hold in your hand” by Neil Gaiman.

“The citizens of Goodyear have provided so much support for the library over the years,” said Goodyear Library Manager Beth Medley. “The most common thing people ask us for is more open hours. We’re excited to have the chance to provide our customers with the library services they love all seven days of the week.”

A book drop-off kiosk designed by local students also stands outside of the main entrance. The functional public art, titled “Storyteller,” was designed by 15 local teenagers from various schools who worked collaboratively with master artist Aaron Rothman as part of the Gallery 37 program offered by the West Valley Arts Council. The piece features lighting and panels that people can move

and change to create a story for others to view.

The Goodyear Library can be reached at 602-652-3000. For more information, visit goodyearaz.gov/library or mcldaz. org/custom/branches/goodyear/.

Strengthening community bonds over a cup of coffee

By Erica J. Shumaker

Building healthy connections between citizens and the police department are top priorities for the Goodyear Police Department. To achieve this goal, the department is continuing its quarterly program, Coffee with a Cop.

The casual events allow the community and police department to discuss local issues and share a casual conversation over a cup of coffee. Several officers, support staff and even a K-9 unit plan to attend the next event, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday, August 3, at Wildflower Bread Co., 1380 N. Litchfield Road.

“Anytime you have an informal setting where community members are able to be comfortable and get to know each other on a more personal level, it helps strengthen that bond,” said Lisa Kutis, the Goodyear Police Department’s public information officer.

The program has had a positive effect on Avondale. After four years, Kutis said the police department shares “a very good relationship with the community.” People who interact and develop

relationships with law enforcement are more likely to feel comfortable calling the police for help.

Community members are invited to share their opinions and ideas with the police department during the chats. In the past, residents have learned how to set up a neighborhood block watch, while teachers have taken their students to meet the officers and learn more about public service.

The police department values this event and the opportunity to interact in a positive way with the local community.

“When you can get officers involved in the community getting to know your community members, the community does better,” Kutis said.

Coffee with a Cop is a nationwide program, and the department will celebrate National Coffee with a Cop on Saturday, October 7, at the Goodyear Police Department Community Room. For other events, visit goodyearaz.gov/ government/departments-divisions-a-z/ police-department.

The Goodyear Branch Library offers a comfortable environment in which to peruse and read books. (Photo courtesy City of Goodyear)

Chief Jerry Geier speaks with a resident at a previous Coffee with a Cop event. (Photo courtesy Goodyear Police Department)

New Tolleson Union principal is passionate about his job, students

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Felipe Mandurraga has worked as a teacher, an MLB strength and conditioning coach and in high school sports. But nothing compares to coming home to Tolleson Union High School to serve as its principal.

“I’m very excited,” said a grinning Mandurraga from behind his desk. “As a kid I grew up here. I’ve been a part of this community for my entire life. My parents are here. We have a strong connection to the community. Coming back is very surreal – and now I’m the principal of the high school I attended.”

Mandurraga never would have imagined when he graduated in 1998 that he would return in this capacity in 2017.

“Had you asked me my senior year if I wanted to be principal of Tolleson, it would have never crossed my mind,” he said. “I’m excited at the opportunity to give back. People talk about that a lot – giving back directly to the community they grew up in. Tolleson holds a special place in my heart. It’s something I’ve never (not) passionate about.”

What he brings to the school is empathy. Thanks to strong mentors, and good teachers and counselors, he was able to overcome challenges.

“I come from what would be called a low socioeconomic status or a ‘broken home,’ with divorced parents,” Mandurraga said.

“I was one boy with four sisters, and tons of friends. I just faced the typical hardships that kids have. I think the biggest one was when I graduated from Tolleson and I went to ASU. I remember telling someone I went to Tolleson. They looked at me like I was lower than them. That always stung.”

He doesn’t want that to happen to his students because Tolleson Union High School is a “great school. We have pride in our school. It’s a great school. It’s a great community.”

Fond memories

Mandurraga compares Tolleson to

the fictitious community of Mayberry.

“I used to run barefoot to the Tolleson public pool to swim in the summer,” he said. “I have a lot of memories of being a kid here.”

Upon graduating from Tolleson Union High School, Mandurraga studied kinesiology at Arizona State University, from which he graduated in 2002.

He taught for a year at Tolleson Union High School and then left to work as a strength and conditioning coach in the Milwaukee Brewers organization.

“It was a great four years,” he said. “I showed up at the baseball fields every day. It was fun, but I never got the sense that I was helping people who needed it. They’ve been in the pinnacles of their careers. I didn’t feel I could offer them much, as opposed to coaching or teaching in the classroom. With kids, I’m one of the only people they have who pushes them to achieve. That’s a special connection.”

In 2006, he returned to Tolleson to open University High School and serve as a pre-AP biology teacher. He remained there through 2010, when he took a job as assistant principal for discipline and attendance at Westview High School. Three years later, he was hired as assistant principal in the Glendale Union High School District.

Now back at Tolleson Union High School for his first year, Mandurraga is thrilled.

“I was content, then this position opened up,” he said. “I loved having the opportunity to go home and be a principal.”

Although Tolleson and the high school are known for their strong ties, Mandurraga is quick to add that academics is a strong suit as well.

“Our kids are very smart,” he said. “They’re just as smart as any other kid in the state. Our kids can perform as high as any other kid in the state. That’s the expectation that’s going to

be put on them and us as a staff.”

Being a Tolleson Union High School graduate, Mandurraga has been contacted by fellow Wolverines whose children will attend the facility this year.

“I’m excited about that,” he said. “There’s this instant connection. I’ve already said, ‘You better not mess around because I know your dad.’ Seriously, being from here, they know I’m going to be fair. They know I’m here for the kids and that’s going to go a long way.”

He is passionate about Tolleson and its children, and doesn’t let a sideways look from a fellow ASU student hold him back.

“That drives me,” he said. “I love when people tell me I can’t do something. I love being the underdog. I feed off that. It gives me that passion.

“If statistics were true, I wouldn’t be here now; I would be dead, in jail or on drugs. I don’t buy into that stuff.”

New Tolleson Union High School Principal Felipe Mandurraga has a strong sports and academic background. He graduated from the school, and worked as a strength and conditioning coach in the Milwaukee Brewers organization. (Photo courtesy Tolleson Union High School District)

Student Chronicles

Know a student who’s doing something remarkable? Tell us about it! Email Christina Fuoco-Karasinski at christina@timespublications.com.

Logan Wilkins , of Goodyear, was named to the spring 2017 honor roll list at Spokane Falls Community College in Spokane, Washington. To receive honor roll status, students must be fulltime and earn a 3.0 grade point average or higher.

Andalyn Duke , of Litchfield Park, recently earned a Bachelor of Science from Simmons College in Boston. Duke majored in biology.

Samantha Esther Brown , of Buckeye, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wyoming.

Jessie Naomi Gunning, of Tolleson, earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wyoming.

Kyle Webber, of Goodyear, graduated from Bethel University, St. Paul, Minnesota. Webber earned a Bachelor of Arts in psychology. He is the son of Mick and Lisa Webber.

Sierra Hermenau, from Litchfield Park, was one of two local children of Humana associates to receive a $3,000 scholarship for the 2017-2018 school year.

Nonprofit seeks host families for exchange students

By West Valley View staff

Hermenau is attending the University of Washington in Seattle and is pursuing a double major of English and Japanese. She is the daughter of Humana associate Alex Bishop. The other winner was Kaila Monahan from Phoenix. She will attend Baylor University in Waco, Texas, and will study medical humanities. She is the daughter of Humana associate JJ Monahan.

Overall, the Humana Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Humana Inc., gave away 75 college scholarships. The scholarship program is designed to help finance the college education of children of Humana associates. Annual awards are renewable for four years or until the undergraduate degree is obtained, with a total possible award of $12,000.

This year’s award recipients were chosen from 466 nationwide applicants based on their academic achievement, leadership and character. Applicants may be high school seniors, high school graduates or college students who are planning to pursue an academic degree full-time the fall of the year following the scholarship award. This year, 155 students had their scholarships renewed for the 2017-18 academic year.

is looking for a full time Advertising Director to supervise advertising and production staff, monitor contracts, set deadlines, create and sell

prepare marketing materials for additional products, ensure adherence of staff to deadlines.

Litchfield Park Lego Night

West Valley View photos by Ray Thomas

Adults and children come together for Family Lego Night in the Litchfield Park Branch Library’s Community Room to build models and enrich their creativity, lateral thinking, problem-solving and organizational skills. For more information about programs, visit https://mcldaz.org/custom/branches/litchfieldpark/.

Clockwise from top left: Brandie Gray, of Litchfield Park, left to right, and Heather Besnyi, of Goodyear, get acquainted as their sons, Conor Besnyi, 6, and Parker Gray, 5, sculpt the modest Danish 1940 invention into whimsical creations; Connor Kelley, 6, of Avondale, plays with his Lego creations as he builds people, and an industrial complex complete with vehicles and their own missions; Abigail Gray, 9, of Litchfield Park, center, gathered the pieces to create a park-like setting with trees while Elizabeth Kelley, 8, her brother, Connor, 6, of Avondale, and Ella Gray, 12, of Litchfield Park, construct their own worlds at Family Lego Night in the Community Room at the Litchfield Park Branch Library; Tatum Shumway, 12, of Goodyear, left to right, Secada Anderson, 15, and Kyra Yontz, 14, of Avondale, build fantasy countryscapes with trees and buildings; Charlie Hodge, of Litchfield Park, and her daughter Kingston, 2, share space with Amy James, of Goodyear, and her daughter Ainsley, 4, as the toddlers do their best to keep up with the older children as they piece together little cars and trucks; Connor Kelley, 6, of Avondale, seems to transport into his own world as he sculpts the modest Danish 1940 invention into a whimsical creation; Isabella Smith, 7, and her mother Berly Vides, of Litchfield Park, discuss decorating schemes to complete their Lego home, complete with a large-screen TV and couches for the mermaid to rest on.

OBITUARIES ■

Kordell Kyle Wilcox

Kordell Kyle Wilcox, 18, of Goodyear, AZ died July 11, 2017 at home He was born June 3, 1999 to Ke n Wilcox and Kimber Beardsley i n Ukiah, CA.

Kordell recently graduated fro m 12th grade through K.E.Y.S . Homeschooling and got his driver's license. His favorite memories included a Make-A-Wish trip to Disneyland, a trip to Legoland , being a part of the Pilot-for-a-Day program with the Luke Air Force Base Top Hats, and being a part of the youth group at his church.

He is survived by his parents, Ken and Kimber; his sister and brother in law and their children, Julie, Art, Leigha, Alexandri a a nd Magnus Battles; his brothers Jamen Etchell and Kolte n Wilcox; and his grandparents, Gladys White, Penny and Lowell Wilcox. Kordell was quick witted, kind hearted, mechanicall y i nclined and he loved to cook and babysit his niece. Kordell experienced a life of medical issues, including dialysis and a k idney transplant at the age of 12.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 am on Saturday, Jul y 22, 2017 at Palm Valley Church, 431 N Litchfield Rd, Goodyea r AZ. A reception will be held at 12:30 pm on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Skyway Church, 14900 W Van Buren St, Goodyear AZ Condolences can be sent to wwww.thompso n funeralchapel.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, AZ.

Martin Vincent Wicoff

Martin Vincent Wicoff, 70, of Goodyear, passed away on July 11, 2017. He was born on November 8, 1946, in Denver, Colorado, to Vincent Ray Wicoff & Mary Lois Martin. Martin ha s lived in Arizona for 18 years and was a real estate broker. Martin is survived by his wife, Shirley T. Wicoff; daughter , Nicole Gallo; stepdaughter, Angelette Johnson; stepson, Paul V idal; and 5 grandchildren, Megan, Kyle, Christian, Macallin , Avyn & Liam Martin is preceded in death by his sister Diane . Interment will be held at National Memorial Cemetery loca ted at 23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024 o n T hursday July 20, 2017 at 9 AM.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.Avenida s FuneralChapel.com

Robert Alexander Correa

Robert Alexander Correa, 69, of Pine and Litchfield Park, AZ passed away June 24, 2017. Robert was born December 27, 1947, in Kansas City, MO, to Louis and Nellie Correa. He graduated from Pittsburg (KS) State University and honorably discharged from the U. . Army. Robert worked as a custom home contractor for any years, a source of pride. He leaves his mother Nellie Correa, and two sisters, Virginia Correa Creager (Scott) of Litchfield Park and Rose Correa Rooth of Glendale. Funeral Services will be held in the fall with date to be announced. For more information please visit www.heritagefuneralchapels.com.

Arthur C. Grijalva

Leon Raymond Camp, Jr. "Bugsy" Leon Raymond Camp, Jr. "Bugsy". Born 8-956 and shook the Lord's hand on 7-6-17. Preceding in death, his mom and dad, "Pat & Leon", leaves behind his sisters Debbie Fleming, Betty Lou Ray and Eva Anderson. Bugsy came to pass under a peaceful shade tree in Cashion, Az. He was a native of Arizona, working most of his life at "Camp's Appliances". He volunteered at St Vincent's de Paul and North Mountain Medical and Rehab Center teaching drawing.

We will miss his mischievous smile and tender heart. Celebration of his life is Wednesday 7/26/17 at 6:00pm at "Van Camp's Appliances" 4810 S Central, Phoenix,Az 85040. Accucare Cremations and Funeral handled arrangements. 480-259-1565

Mary 'Janie' McCauley Taylor

Mary 'Janie' McCauley Taylor, 67, o f Avondale died July 11, 2017 after a brief illness.

Janie is survived by spouse Gary Scot t Taylor; sons Jake Taylor of Chandler and Neil Taylor of Goodyear; sister Becky McCaule y O'Neil, Queen Creek; brother Michael McCauley, Snowflake; and 5 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren.

Services were held July 22nd at Community Church of Buckeye 810 E. Eason St. Buckeye, AZ 85326.

Holy Cross Funeral Home (Cremation) handled arrangements 623.936.1710

Sherry Schlotthauer

Arthur C. Grijalva, 87, of Phoenix, Arizona peacefully passed on July 19, 2017. Service s will be held at Thompson Funeral Chapel , 926 S Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338 at 10:00 am on Tuesday, July 25, 2017. A reception will follow immediately afterword. Arthur, aka Art or Arturo, was born October 9, 1929 to Guadalupe Grijalva an d G uadalupe Cota Grijalva in Phoenix, Arizona. He graduate d f rom Phoenix Union High School and served in the Arm y b ranch of the U.S. military from 1951 – 1953 as a Private 1s t c lassman.

Art is survived by his lifelong friend and wife of 66 years, Angela Mariscal Grijalva, a daughter Karla, and three sons, Arthur, Jr., Gabriel and Gary. He is also survived by his only sibling, his s ister Carmen Nandin and leaves behind 5 grandchildren , Garyn, Brenna and Roman Grijalva, Kennedy Cooper, and Michael Ontiveros, as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends.

If desired, friends can make memorial contributions t o C ornerstone Christian Church at 11301 West Indian Schoo l Road in Avondale, 85392. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com. Services are unde r the direction of Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona.

Sherry Schlotthauer, 66, of Goodyear, AZ died July 14th, 2017 in Goodyear, AZ. She was born January 5, 1951 in Chicago, IL to Charles and Lorraine Smaha.

Sherry was an incredible mother of two successful young men, Barrett and Chad. She always remained such a positive light through a 25 year battle with multiple sclerosis.

Sherry is survived by her husband Martin Schlotthauer; sons Barrett and Chad Schlotthauer; sisters Judy Sanders, Beth Moorehouse; brother Larry Smaha; and one grandson, Elliot Schlotthauer. She was preceded in death by her sister, Chris Lettow.

Condolences for the family can be left at www.Thompson FuneralChapel.com

Virginia Margaret McLemore

Virginia Margaret McLemore, 81, of Goodyear, passed away on July 5, 2017. She was born on March 15, 1936, in Petrolia, Pennsylvania, to Ivor Rhodes & Mary Kifer. Virginia has lived in Arizona for 46 years.

Virginia is preceded in death by her husband Darrell McLemore and is survived by her daughter Jolene Lal 3 sons Timothy Taylor, Gene McLemore, and Scott McLemore.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday July 22, 2017 at Emmanuel Pentecostal Holiness located at 8116 W Varney Rd, Peoria, AZ 85345

Condolences may be left for the family at www.AvenidasFuneralChapel.com.

Danny G Moser

Mr. Danny G. Moser, of Goodyear, AZ, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at the age of 65.

Dan was born to parents Hayden and Dicie Moser on September 30, 1951 in Avondale, AZ. He grew up as the youngest of four and attended Agua Fria High School. In 1977, he married his high school sweetheart, Diane and the couple had two sons.

Dan served honorably in the United States Army from 1971 o 1983. During this time, he also worked for Bunzl/Papercraft nd has been there for the past 42 years.

Dan is survived by his loving wife, Diane; their two sons, Jason and James; and three siblings.

Dan was a devoted husband and father. He enjoyed watching movies, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with family. He was an inspiration to all those around him. Dan will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

A memorial service will be held at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ on July 25th between the hours of 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. The family is grateful for the condolences, but declines flowers. Memorial donations may be made to the family.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com. Services are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona.

Shelly Dawn Hightower

Shelly Dawn Hightower, 42, of Avondale, AZ passed away on July 2, 2017. She was born in Phoenix, AZ, the oldest of 4 children to Stan and Cindi Gable. Shelly was a graduate of Arlington Elementary School as well as Buckeye Union High School.

In 1999 she married her longtime boyfriend Kelly Hightower who also grew up in Arlington, AZ. The two welcomed the birth of their son in 2007.

Most of Shelly’s professional career she worked alongside her father in the family business, Desert Weed Control. Shelly also worked 7 seasons at Fear Farm, a west valley Halloween attraction, this experience was a catalyst in making the fall holiday a family favorite. In 2014 Shelly took a position with Fiesta Canning, a sister company to the Macayo ’ s Mexican Restaurant chain, also a local family owned company.

Shelly was an amazing mother which led her to be very active at Zane ’ s school, Legacy Tradition Avondale, where she served as room parent multiple years, she also assisted in the production of many other on campus activities. The bond between Shelly and Zane was incredible and every weekend you could find the two in the family ’ s kitchen either creating a delicious meal or working on countless crafting projects.

Shelly leaves behind her beloved husband Kelly and son Zane. She is also survived by her mother Cindi, brother Zack and his wife Shaynee and their 3 children, Sister Meagan and her husband Tim, their three girls, Kylee, Mallory and Kambri, Sister Allison and her husband Jaime as well as her grandfather Carter. In addition to many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews Shelly also leaves behind her in-laws Willie and Judy Hightower.

In lieu of flowers, Kelly, has set up a scholarship fund for Zane ’ s higher education. Donations can be made online at GoFundMe.com by searching Zane Hightower.

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1. Notice: an application for Change of Name has been filed with the court by the person(s) named above. A hearing has been scheduled where the court will consider whether to grant or deny the requested change. If you wish to be heard on this issue, you must appear at the hearing at the date and time indicated below.

2. Court hearing: a court hearing has been scheduled to consider the application as follows: Date: August 24, 2017 Time: 10:00am

Before: Commissioner Michael Mandell, 101 W. Jefferson, Courtroom 812, Phoenix, AZ 85003

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Person Filing: Nicole FolkS A ddress (if not protected) : 7 11 South First Street City , S tate, Zip Code: Avondale , A Z 85323 Representing Self , w ithout a Lawyer Superio r C ourt of Arizona in Maric opa County In the Matte r of: Stephon Bennett, a minor C ase Number: PB 20170 70499 Notice of Hearin g Regarding Consent of Paren t t o Conservatorship of a M inor Child and (optional ) W aiver of Notice Name o f p erson(s) entitled to notice : F abian Bennett, Father Read t his notice carefully. An imp ortant court proceedin g t hat affects your rights ha s b een scheduled. If you d o not understand this notice or t he other court papers contact an attorney for legal advice. 1. Notice: an application f or Consent of Parent t o C onservatorship of a Mino r C hild and (optional) Waive r of Notice has been filed with t he court by the person(s ) n amed above. A hearing ha s b een scheduled where th e c ourt will consider whethe r to grant or deny the requested consent. If you wish to be heard on this issue, you must a ppear at the hearing at the d ate and time indicated below. 2. Court hearing: a NonA ppearance court hearin g h as been scheduled to cons ider the application as foll ows: Date: August 11, 201 7 T ime: 9:00am Before: Th e Honorable Frank W. Moskowitz, Maricopa County Superior Court, Northwest Regiona l Court, 14264 W. Tierr a B uena Lane, Courtroom 124 , S urprise, AZ 85374 No app earances are required fo r t he aforementioned hearing, u nless there is an objectio n t o the petition. Any intere sted party may file a written objection with the Clerk o f the Court and provide a copy of the objection to thi s d ivision 3 days prior to th e hearing date in lieu of an appearance.

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NOTICE SETTING HEARING HONORABLE DAVID L. MACKEY DIVISION 1 BY: Jennifer Jaramillo Judicial Assistant DATE: July 11, 2017 Hearing on Petition for Guardianship of a Minor has been set in the above matter, in the Probate Court, Division 1, before Judge David L. Mackey, Yavapai County Courthouse, Room 301, 3rd Floor, 120 S. Cortez Street, Prescott, Arizona.

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Petitioner shall give notice as required by law unless notice is waived. The notice shall comply with Rule 9, Arizona Rules of Probate Procedure which provides thatthe notice shall include the following warning: This is a legal notice; your rights may be affected. Éste es un aviso legal. Sus derechos podrían ser afectados. If you object to any part of the petition or motion that accompanies this notice, you must file with the court a written objection describing the legal basis for your objection at least three days before the hearing date or you must appear in person or through an attorney at the time and place set forth in the notice of hearing.

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Public Notice IN THE SUPERIO R COURT OF THE STAT E O F ARIZONA IN AND FO R T HE COUNTY OF MARIC OPA IN THE MATTER OF : A aron Desidecio Davi d R amirez, DOB 01/08/200 5 I saac Peter James Ramirez , D OB 06/19/2008 Case# J S 1 9073 NOTICE OF INITIA L HEARING ON PETITION FOR T ERMINATION OF PARENTC HILD RELATIONSHIP NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT T HE PETITIONER Rebecc a Flamm has filed a Petition for T ermination of Parent-Chil d R e lationship with the Juvenile Court in Maricopa County r egarding the above name d child(ren). AN INITIAL HEARING HAS BEEN SET TO CONS IDER THE PETITION: DATE : 0 9/19/17 TIME: 11:30AM BEF ORE: Honorable Glenn All en At the Maricopa Count y J uvenile Court located at : D urango Juvenile Court, 313 1 W . Durango Street; Phoenix , AZ 85009 NOTICE: You have a right to appear as a party in t his proceeding. The failur e o f a parent to appear at th e I nitial Hearing, the Pretria l C onference, the Status Conf erence or the Terminatio n A djudication Hearing ma y result in an adjudication terminating the parent-child rel ationship of that parent . F ailure to appear at the Init ial Hearing, Pretrial Confere nce, Status Conference o r T ermination Adjudicatio n Hearing, without good cause, m ay result in a finding tha t t he parent, guardian or Indian custodian has waived lega l rights and is deemed t o h ave admitted the allegat ions in the Petition. Th e h earings may go forward i n t he absence of the parent , guardian or Indian custodian and may result in the termination of parental rights based u pon the record and evide nce presented.

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INVITATIONTOBID

Bids:August22,2017 2:00pm

Project:VerradoPhase3SAcaciaWash–Landscape

DMBWhiteTank,LLCseeksqualifiedGeneralContractors,withaminimumCR-21LandscapingandIrrigation S ystems,tosubmitsealedbidsforthe AcaciaWas h LandscapeInstallationwhichconsistsof,butisnotlimitedtoallworkassociatedwithinstallationofthelands capeinaccordancewiththeplansandspecification s ( the“Work”).TheSuccessfulContractorshallberesponsibleforallcoordinationassociatedwiththeWork Copiesoftheplans,specificatio ns,biddocumentsand detailedinformationforthisprojectwillbeavailableon M ondayJuly31,2017.ContactTerriKadin g tkading@dmbinc.comtomakearrangementstoreceive thebiddocuments.Pleasereference “AcaciaWas h L andscapeRequestforBidPackage” inyourEmai l subjectline.A MANDATORY pre-bidmeetingwillb e heldintheDMBWhiteTankDevelopmentOfficelocated at4236N.VerradoWay,Buckeye,AZ85395–Tuesday, August8,2017at1:30pm.Allinterestedpartiesareinvitedtoattend.Itisrecommendedthatinterestedparties RSVPpriortothemeeting.Sealedbidswillbereceived attheCityofBuckeye,CityClerk’sOffice,locatedat530 EMonroe,Buckeye,AZ85326,onTuesday,August22, 2017–2:00pm.Bidssubmittedafterspecifiedclosing timewillnotbeaccepted.Bidswillbepubliclyopene d andreadaloudimmediatelyafterthespecifiedclosin g time.Unlessallbidsarerejected,theContractwillbe awardedwithintwentyone(21)days.TheContractwill beawardedtothelowestqualifiedbidderthatsubmits a completeandaccuratebid.Acompleteandaccuratebid w illincludeallinformationrequestedinthebiddocuments.EverybidmadebyaContractorpursuanttothis N oticeshallbeaccompaniedbyasuretybondforte n percent(10%)ofthebidamount,listingDMBWhiteTank, LLCastheObligee,asaguaranteethattheContractor willenterintoacontracttoperformtheWork,orasliquida teddamagesintheeventtheContractorrefusesorfails toenterintotheContractwithDMBWhiteTank,LL C uponaward.Cashierscheckswillnotbeaccepted.The bondswillbereturnedtoallContractorswhosebidsare n otawardedtheContract,andtothesuccessfulCont ractor,uponexecutionoftheContract,andreceipto f PaymentandPerformancebondsfortheWork.Thecost forprovidingPaymentandPerformancebondsshallbe includedinthebidsubmittal.APaymentandPerformancebondwillberequiredintheamountof100%ofthe originalContractvalueforthedurationoftheContract Allbiddersshallberequiredtosubmit,withtheirbidprop osal,acompletedCertificateofInsuranceevidencin g theirabilitytomeettheinsurancerequirementsforthis project.TheContractorshallcarrypropertydamageand publicliabilityinsuranceandshallholdandsaveharmlessDMBWhiteTank,LLC,theCityofBuckeyeandthe VerradoDistrict 1CommunityFacilitiesDistrictfromany employer’sliabilityandfromanyandallliensformaterialsorlaborinconnectionwiththisWorkasspecifiedin thebiddocuments.Anybidssubmittedwithoutthebid bond,certificateofinsuranceandanyotheritemsasrequiredinthebiddocumentswillbedeemedincomplete, andwillberejected.DMBWhiteTank,LLCreservesthe righttorejectanyandallbidsandtowithholdtheaward foranyreasonDMBWhiteTank,LLCdetermine snecessaryandappropriate.Awardofthesuccessfulbidshall b esubjecttoapprovalbyDMBWhiteTank,LLCorit s representatives.Interestedpartiesshallrefertothebid packageandaddendumsforfurtherinformation,orcont actTerriKadingattkading@dmbinc.com–referenc e AcaciaWashLandscape.Noengineer’sestimatewill bedistributed.

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Person Filing: John Kerwin Berry Hawkins Address: 110 E. Greenway Pkwy., Apt 1101, Phoenix, AZ 85022 Telephone: 480-2513996 Email address: enominelunar@yahoo.com Representing Self, without a lawyer SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA I N MARICOPA COUNTY Elexis Ann Adcock, Petitioner John Kerwin Berry Hawkins, Respondent Case Number: FC2017-051907 Amended Petition to modify legal decision making (custody), parenting time and child support GENERAL Information: 1. Information about Me John Kerwin Berry Hawkins, 110 E. Greenway Pkwy., Apt. 1101, Phoenix, AZ 85022 How I am related to m inor child for whom the LEGAL DECISION MAKING(CUSTODY)/PARENTING TIME order should be changed: Father 2 I nformation about the Other Party(ies) Elexis Ann Adcock , 2 0819 N. 14th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85027 How I am related t o minor child for whom the LEGAL DECISION MAKING(CUSTODY)/PARENTING TIME order should be changed: Mother 3 Information About the Minor Child for whom I want the order changed: Issac Alexander Hawkins Birth Date: 03/23/2012 Age: 4 5. Information about the Order I want to change: The Order was issued on: 01/14/2015 The order was issued by: Circuit Court of Baldwin County Located in this County: Baldwin County Located in this State: Alabama And each of the following is a true statement: • The minor child(ren) have lived in Arizona for at least six (6) months before the date I am filing this Petition or since birth, if younger than six (6) months. • If the Order was not issued by the Superior Court of Arizona in this county, the case has already been transferred to this county and has a Maricopa County case number. WHAT THE ORDER N OW SAYS: Put in WORD FOR WORD the part of th e decree/order you want to change. See attachment Adcock Elexis Ann V Hawkins John Kerwin Berry 7. WHY TH E DECREE/ORDER SHOULD BE CHANGED: These are my reasons why I believe that a change of legal decision making (custody) and/or parenting time is in the best interest of th e child(ren): Since February 2015, Elexis Adcock, has made no attempt to contact or take care of our child. He has been left in my care from that time to current. REQUESTS I MAKE TO THE COURT: A. LEGAL DECISION MAKING (CUSTODY) AND PARE NTING TIME Sole Legal Decision Making and Physical Custody. Sole legal decision making (custody) of Issac Alexander H awkins should be awarded to Father and/or sole legal decision making (custody) of Issac Alexander Hawkins should be a warded to Father, subject to parenting time as follows: 1 . Reasonable parenting time to the parent who does not have l egal decision making (custody) according to the Maricop a County Parenting time Guidelines. C. MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION CARE Father should be responsible for providing: medical, dental and vision care insurance. Medical, dental, and vision care insurance, payments and ex penses are based on the information in Parent’s Worksheet for Child support attached and incorporated by reference. The party ordered to pay must k eep the other party informed of the insurance compan y name, address and telephone number, and must give the other party the documents necessary to submit insurance claims Non-Covered Expenses, Petitioner is ordered to pay 50%, AND Respondent is ordered to pay 50% of all reasonable uncovered and/or uninsured medical , dental, vision care, prescription and other health care charges for the mino r child(ren), including co-payments. D. FEDERAL INCOME TAX D EDUCTION Claim by: Father of Issac Alexander Hawkins , Every Year, Starting Tax Year: 2016 F. DECLARATION UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY UNDER OATH OR BY AFFIRMATION I swear or affirm under penalty of perjury that the contents of this document are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. /s/ John Hawkins Date: 2/22/2017 Feb 22, 2017 Michael K. Jeanes, Clerk ? N. Butzbach, Deputy Clerk

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