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Deal collapses, but slim hopes exist for Club West BY PAUL MARYNIAK AFN Executive Editor

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nother potential buyer has walked away from Club West Golf Course, but owner Wilson Gee said there’s a slender hope that he might have it ready for play this coming season. And in both cases, the cost of city potable water looms large. The buyer, whose identity was not disclosed, reached the end of a due diligence period last week but opted not to close the $850,000 deal on the beleaguered course. It has been barren desert since spring 2018 after the city shut off water service over previous owner Richard Breuninger’s failure to pay $160,000 in delinquent bills. “Same concerns — water,” Gee told AFN as the reason the potential buyer became the second in four months to walk away.

A foursome of local businessmen who were interested in buying the course several months ago bailed out after completing their due diligence inspection of the course, claiming that it was worth only $450,000 because of the extensive infrastructure work needed to make the course playable. Gee said there is still a possibility that he may be able to save the day in time for seeding that would make the course playable before the end of the year. “There’s a 50-50 chance we might be able to open the course,” he said, saying he had the possibility of cheaper water. “It may be doable.” “There are a lot of moving parts and I’m doing the financials right now,” he said, declining to provide specifics except to say “it doesn’t involve well water.” Cheap water has been an issued for the course since about 2015, when the Phoenix Water Services Department abruptly termi-

nated an agreement that would have given Gee a somewhat cheaper rate on potable water for another year or two. That agreement was put in place after the city backed out of a deal Phoenix signed in the mid 1980s with the former Del Webb Development Company, when it was building Club West, to provide reclaimed water from a plant that the developer would build. After 12 years, the city demolished the plant, citing high operating costs. But it never told Club West homeowners about the water-sourcing problems from 2002 to 2013, or that it was substituting more expensive potable water for reclaimed water for the golf course. The water problem has only grown worse with the imposition of rate increases this year and next, Gee said, adding that the annual

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300 Ahwatukee volunteers help pack meals BY COTY DOLORES MIRANDA AFN Contributor

ore than 300 Ahwatukee children, teens and adults jammed the Milenio Elementary auditorium Saturday to pack 10,000 meals through a locally first-ofits-kind partnership spearheaded by Mountain Park Church. But the packages of dehydrated black beans, rice, beef base, vegetable blend and roux that participants packed were not destined for some impoverished country halfway around the globe. They were destined for families right here. Orchestrated by Outreach Pastor Greg Battle, the packing event was organized under the auspices of Generosity Feeds, a nonprofit created in 2011 by Ron Klabunde. When Klabunde and his family moved to

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Charlotte Warren and Grace and Kasen Laird help fill the packages of dehydrated, healthy food during a mammoth packing session last Saturday at Milenio Elementary School that Mountain Park Church organized on behalf of Generosity Feeds. (Pablo Robles/AFN Staff Photographer)

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reau of Reclamation that will enable it to pioneer with Arizona State University on a new technology to reduce lawn water usage by as much as 45 percent. “When you live in a desert city, it’s essential to explore innovative ways to conserve water for future generations,” said Phoenix Water Services Director Kathryn Sorensen. The pilot will be performed on 12 acres of existing soccer fields near ASU-West in Phoenix, owned by the city and ASU. The process involves injecting water-absorbing polymers (known as “hydrogel”) below the root zone of existing turf. The hydrogels can absorb up to 400 percent of their weight in water and release up to 96 percent of the water to the turf, as needed. About 60 percent of water consumption in the arid Southwest occurs during exterior landscaping, JoEllen Alberhasky, program manager for sustainability practices vendor,” Stone said. at Arizona State University said. “We are Stone said water officials have told him eager to see if this project produces similar the leaks cost the city about 10 percent or better conservation results in our cli- of its potable water, but that they tell him mate and soil as compared to California.” that’s not as bad a loss as that caused by Wolf was eager for the city to end the leaks in cities of comparable size. waste of water in his neighborhood. “I don’t know if that 10 percent figure is He called city Councilman Sal DiCiccio’s accurate,” Stone added, “but in a desert, it office, saying, “They were very helpful. seems like a lot.” After I called about one of the leaks, they Water Services spokeswoman Stephcame out and fixed it.” anie Bracken said her department staff Wolf said he also called the mayor’s of- “responds to all leaks — including leaks fice and on city was told propert h e y ’ d ty — the make sure same day someone they are got on it. reported, But even to verify Sam Stone, Councilman Sal DiCiccio’s Chief of Staff a city counand priorcilman’s itize the intercession hasn’t been able to get crews leak.” out to fix the other two leaks — a situation “It is the city’s goal to repair all leaks that DiCiccio Chief of Staff Sam Stone said, and breaks in a safe and timely manner, “Drives us bats—crazy.” while also trying to minimize water losses “It is a constant problem,” Stone said. and impacts to our residents,” she said. “Unless it’s gushing, it can take weeks for But she also noted crews “must priorithe city to fix a leak.” tize larger and more urgent leaks that can Jamie Kleshock, a constituent services pose a threat to public health, property staffer for DiCiccio, said yesterday, Aug. and safety. While our crews are working 27, that Water Services told her the leaks 24/7/365, this can cause delays in responding to smaller leaks on service lines.” would be fixed Aug. 27. “Phoenix has over 7,000 miles of water The department sends out its own workers to fix major line ruptures, he ex- mains that range in size from 3 inches to plained, but relies on companies contract- 108 inches in diameter,” she said. “In addied with the city to handle the majority of tion, the city has over 430,000 water service lines for customers that range in size leaks. “If it takes weeks, it’s probably a private from 5/8 inches to 2 inches in diameter.

Pointe South Mountain resident Ed Wolf points to one of two leaks he reported to the Phoenix Water Services Department more than two weeks ago. The city says it prioritizes broken pipes for repair on the basis of whether they are causing serious property damage or pose a risk to people. But Wolf, who moved here about a year ago from the Bay Area, said he’s surprised the city isn’t more aggressive in repairing leaks. (Kimberly Carrillo/ AFN Staff Photographer)

It is a constant problem, “ unless it’s gushing, it can take weeks for the city to fix a leak. ”

On average, Phoenix Water provides more than 110 billion gallons of water to 1.7 million residents every year.” Bracken also said the state requires all municipal water providers to maintain a three-year average loss of 10 percent or less and that Phoenix “remains below the requirement.” Water Services has 218 employees that address leaks, along with the private contractors. “The current average fix time is around six days,” she said, adding that major leaks “can cause delays in responding to smaller leaks on service lines.” “Crews must also wait for blue-staking to mark other utilities, which can take several days, but is important for the safety or

our crews and the public,” she said, noting that the department has cut the wait time for repairs by more than 86 percent in the last three years. “Phoenix Water takes all customer calls and concerns very seriously,” Bracken said when asked about the response Wolf got from one employee on the phone. “Our staff should be taking the time to explain to residents how we prioritize leaks and breaks and providing them any update we have on the reported leak.” Bracken also said “there is no correlation” between the problem caused by leaks and the program that the federal grant is funding, stressing, “this grant exhibits our continuing commitment to water conservation and smart water management.”

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Ducey gets suicide prevention funds to schools faster BY JIM WALSH AFN Staff Writer

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in our society.’’ Stefan Swiat, a spokesman for Hoffman, said she agrees with Ducey that school districts have a pressing need to receive the money as soon as possible. He said Hoffman was the only person on the state Board of Education to vote against holding back the money until the next funding cycle in 2020. “She believes there is a social-emotional component that is completely neglected,’’ Swiat said, and that Arizona has a dire need for more counselors who are trained in helping students get the mental health services they need. He said Arizona has the worst ratio of students to counselors nationally, with one counselor for every 905 students. “She wants to see the money doled out as soon as possible,’’ Swiat said. Ducey praised Lorie and Tim Warnock of Tempe, two educators who lost their son Mitch to suicide, for their courageous advocacy in addressing the mental health of young people. Lorie Warnock is a teacher at Mountain Pointe High School. “This was really the genesis from the Mitch Warnock Act,’’ Ducey said.

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The bipartisan bill, sponsored by Sen. Sean Bowie, D-Ahwatukee, and supported by key Republicans such as Chandler Republicans Sen. J.D. Mesnard and Rep. Jeff Weninger, requires that all school employees who interact with students in grades 6-12 receive training within three years in recognizing the early warning signs of teen suicide. Bowie said the Mitch Warnock Act and Ducey’s appropriation for counselors and school resource officers made their way through the legislature independently, but both reflect an increasing focus on the emotional wellness of students and how it affects campus safety. The plan approved by the board gives districts one week next month to apply for funds, but they would have to detail how a counseling program would work or whether SROs would teach a law course. While recipients would be designated Oct. 28, they would not be able to start recruiting until after Dec. 2. School districts would have a chance to apply again in spring — if there’s any money left. It is unclear if the board will go along with this plan when it meets Monday. Nikki Kontz, clinical director of Teen Lifeline, said the additional counselors theoretically will serve as a critical link in

getting students the emotional assistance they need. She said a teacher, school bus driver or cafeteria worker would report any potential early warning signs they have noted to the counselor, who would meet with the student and refer them to treatment. “It doesn’t matter how much training we do. We need to have adults there to support them,’’ Kontz said. She said the $20 million is not enough to fully address the shortage of counselors statewide, but she appreciates Ducey putting the money in the state budget and doing everything he can to expedite districts receiving it. The money will help about 350 to 400 of the state’s 2,000 schools. “It’s just the beginning,’’ Kontz said. “It’s definitely enough to make a dent, but we still need more. Our goal is that every child feels supported and connected, with a sense of hope for the future.’’ Kontz noted that school districts face a major task in expanding emotional wellness programs. She said an estimated 108,000 school employees statewide need to be trained on recognizing the early signs of suicide. McPherson said the grant applications should require that any counselors hired must have training in behavioral health issues and that districts don’t use them for the usual focus on academics.

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yrene School District officials are making a big push to remind people of a unique digital tool they introduced to help district families in need — especially because the mobile app has helped many kids and their families. Purposity is a mobile app that’s available to anyone living in the district regardless of whether their kids attend Kyrene schools. Kyrene last year became the first school district in Arizona to adopt Purposity, which matches specific immediate needs for kids or their families with local donors who Donors who respond to Purposity requests for help get a thank you signed up at purposity.com to note and a photo of what their donation bought. (Special to AFN) meet them. People who sign up provide their cell even bed sheets. Signing up to give is easy. People enter number and then are texted by the district through Purposity once a week their mobile number and zip code at purabout particular needs of Kyrene kids posity.com. They will receive a single weekly text that cost up to $250 and are purchased alert that a Kyrene student needs an through Amazon. The item is set up to ship directly to the alarm clock, a pair of shoes or “anything Kyrene’s district headquarters, where a else many of us may take for granted,” the district said. staffer gets the item to the student. “When Kyrene families face hardship, District social workers and teachers generally identify those needs, although we know that we can always count on our the identities of the recipients are never community to come together to make a difference,” the district said in a message disclosed. Purposity also can be used “if a family to parents recently. “Your kindness and were to experience a large loss due to a compassion continue to amaze us.” Purposity is a Georgia-based digital life event like a fire. Purposity will even purchase small furniture items,” accord- charity started by an entrepreneur. “We live in an age when we can make ing to a district memo. District spokeswoman Erin Helm said a doctor’s appointment right from our since Purposity was introduced a year phone,” founder Blake Canterbury told ago in the district — the first in Arizona Forbes magazine last fall “but we have to do so — 123 families with a total 600 no way of knowing if the family down the street has food on its table or if their childifferent needs were helped. Of those families, 52 were experiencing dren have shoes on their feet.” He envisioned Purposity to connect homelessness. The families came from all people to doing good the way Facebook 25 schools in the district, Helm said. The needs may appear small to many connects friends and Google connects people, but made a huge difference in people to information. Canterbury, 34, of Atlanta, told Forbes: the lives of the children and families who “We’re creating a movement for good and were helped. For example, one student got new shoes a completely new model of living, startwhile a family that lost their home to a ing at the hyperlocal level. By supporting fire got household items as they started the systems of well-established nonprofpicking up their lives. Other students need clothing — and see PURPOSITY page 9

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its, engaging neighbors to join us, real change can occur in communities with better long-term solutions for all.” “We know people want to do good, but they don’t know where to start. This app gives you opportunities to do good in the simplest and easiest way possible in your community. And you can really make an impact with small donation amounts,” Canterbury added. After starting it in Georgia two years ago, Purposity’s popularity has spreads across the country. And it’s not just school districts that are urging its use. Georgia Power, a utility, uses it as the giving platform for 7,000 employees and also became a major sponsor of Purposity to help fund the nonprofit’s operations. “This app is a place for people to know where to start to do good, to feel like they can make meaningful differences,” Canterbury told Forbes. “We’re excited where this could lead. It opens up so many possibilities. Every kid should have food on their table, clothes on their back. “Purposity gives people a way to help solve huge, long-term issues simply by starting in their own communities.”

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wo members of the Legislative District 18 delegation, who represent Ahwatukee, were honored last week by the League of Arizona Cities and Towns for their work during the 2019 legislative session. State Sen. Sean Bowie of Ahwatukee and Rep. Mitzi Epstein of Tempe were designated “League Champions” – the organization’s highest award – “for their commitment to local government decision making and providing support to cities and towns in their districts and statewide.” “We are pleased to honor this group of devoted legislators who recognize the importance of local government,” said Maricopa Mayor and league President Christian Price. “It is through these valued partnerships that Arizona, and her cities and towns continue to thrive.” The league’s legislative agenda includes two basic core principles: commitment to local decision-making by

Ken Strobeck. Strobeck said “Arizona is economically strong when its cities and towns are successful and when we work in partnership with state government to provide excellent services to our shared constituents, and to keep local decisions made at the local level.” For the second time MITZI EPSTEIN SEAN BOWIE in the last 10 years, Phoenix last year pulled the elected leaders of cities and towns, its membership from the league afand a commitment to the revenue shar- ter some city council members quesing system established by the voters tioned its value. Founded in 1937, the league prothrough a series of initiative measures. In all, four Republican and eight vides policy and legislative advocaDemocratic lawmakers earned the cy, information and inquiry services, along with publications and educadesignation of “champion.” “Cities and towns are where the eco- tional programs “to strengthen the nomic activity of the state occurs and quality and efficiency of municipal where nearly 80 percent of the people government,” according to the organilive,” said league Executive Director zation.

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1,364 sf beautifully updated single level 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo on the golf course! Gorgeous views of Camelback Mountain from the back patio! Kitchen was remodeled in 2019 with granite slab counter tops, professionally refinished cabinets, ORB hardware, and new trendy ORB light fixtures. Stainless steel appliances and cabinet pantry. Rich, dark wood - look tile flooring in kitchen; installed in 2017. Bathrooms were remodeled in 2019 with granite slab vanity tops, new sinks, new ORB faucets, lights and fixtures. Tile flooring in bathrooms installed in 2017. No carpet in the home! Community amenities include a heated pool and spa, BBQ area, greenbelts, walking and biking paths. HOA covers water!

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This was what Club West Golf Course looked like in November 2017. Whether it will be like this again this fall may be decided in the next two weerks by owner Wilson Gee. (AFN file photo)

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water bill for the course is rising from $700,000 to $850,000-$900,000. The long-term solution to the water problem is still out there, though that is part of what Gee is figuring out. Ahwatukee businessman Rande Leonard has drafted a plan to build a pipeline from the Gila River Indian Community, where he can draw on cheaper water through a complex water credit arrangement with SRP. The pipeline would run beneath the South Mountain Freeway through concrete sleeves already installed by the Arizona Department of Transportation and eventually tied into an existing pipe that connects to Club West. “Rande has done 90 percent of the technical work,” Gee said. “The concrete sleeves are in there and SRP has signed a five-year deal. We still would need some easements from the City of Phoenix, but a lot of the pipeline planning is done.” Still, it would cost between $750,000 and $1 million to build the pipeline. Putting up that money was part of the requirement for anyone buying the course. As of Monday, Gee had not put the Club West course back on the block. He has put up the Ahwatukee Country Club at 48th Street and Warner Road up for sale at $3.2 million, hoping to find a boutique hotel developer willing to buy even part of that site. “We’re regrouping” on Club West, Gee said. “We’re putting together a budget to see if we can reopen. But we need to solve the water issue. It doesn’t make sense to

spend thousands of dollars reseeding unless we can get cheaper water. We’d get killed the first time out by the water bills. We’d be throwing money away on just one season” Even with Leonard’s pipeline, he said, “we have to figure out if we can amortize the project cost.” There may be other issues as well. When Club West resident Jim Lindstrom mounted an elaborate and well-researched plan in late 2016 to have homeowners buy and operate the course, the professionals he hired noted that replacing the 30-year-old irrigation system alone would significantly cut water costs. Those consultants also noted that xeriscaping some of the site would further reduce water costs. In all the consultants said it could cost more than $4 million in improvements. Even if he doesn’t replace the irrigation system, Gee said additional work is needed before he could open. He said hundreds of sprinkler heads had been broken off before he regained ownership of the course last fall after he foreclosed on the $1 million note Breuninger had signed in December 2017 to buy the course on behalf of his Inter Tribal Golf Association. Breuninger had reseeded the course in the fall of 2017 and by late November it had been restored to a lush green. But within less than four months, grass began giving way to dirt as the course dried up without water. Gee said he would likely know within two weeks whether he can turn the course around this year.

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Suspense surrounds auction of Mesa heirloom BY JORDAN HOUSTON AFN Staff Writer

haron Cushman said she knew that the landscape painting passed down in her family was worth a pretty penny. But it wasn’t until the Mesa woman was helping her parents move across the country and insuring their belongings that she learned just how valuable it was. “It was my grandparents’, and my grandfather didn’t buy anything cheap,” said Cushman. “My parents and I knew it was done by a famous painter, but none of us had any real idea.” The appraiser told Cushman that the painting could be attributed to the late Thomas Moran, a famous American painter and graphic artist known for his landscape paintings. Moran, who lived from 1837 to 1926, is best remembered for his idealized views of the American West. Today, some of his original creations sell for millions. Cushman is putting the painting up for auction at EJ’s Auction and Appraisal on Friday, Aug. 30, with a listing value between $75,000 and $100,000.

“It is done in his style, with the M and the arrow coming down from it,” said Hoyer. Moran was the first American painter to capture the grandeur of Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon, according to the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Born in England, Moran immigrated to Philadelphia with his family when he was seven years old. He was briefly apprenticed to a wood graver before he dipped his feet into painting. The turning point in Moran’s career though, as outlined on the museum’s website, didn’t come until 1871 — when he accompanied a government surveying expedition to Yellowstone as a guest artist. Moran’s images of dramatic canyons, hot springs and geysers Some of celebrated artist Thomas Moran’s paintings have captured the imagination of the commanded seven figures and a Mesa woman has to wait until an American public and helped bring auction Friday to see how much this Moran painting will bring. The about Yellowstone’s designation painting has been in her family for years. (Special to AFN) as American’s first national park. what is believed to be Moran’s signature Aside from his obvious talent, his deon the lower right corner. termination and dedication to travel to remote locations to paint is a contributing factor to his work’s value, explained Hoyer. “Other than him being recognized as a very talented artist, I think there is something to say when an artist is — especially in that time period — doing the type of traveling that he was, heading from east to west and the frontier,” he said, adding: “It’s that type of stuff, setting out on a horse with a canvas and painting a waterfall — it adds to the desirability of having that artist’s work, knowing what he had to do to make it happen.” A family heirloom for 60 years, “King’s Canyon” was first purchased by Cushman’s grandfather, Hugh Meinhardt, in 1959 from the Paul Metcalf Art Gallery in Los Angeles. He then shipped the painting to his home in Quincy, Illinois, where he lived with his wife. Meinhardt passed the painting down to his daughter, Carlene Meinhardt Geisler, in 1966 — she kept it in her personal collection until she passed in 2004. The artwork then fell into Cushman’s hands, along with her cousin, Nell Sue. Although Cushman said she is nostalgic Bilingual for the painting, neither she nor her cousPrimary Class in have the space for it. Now Enrolling “I have no room for it, and my cousin doesn’t either,” she said. “My apartment is of Authentic Montessori Education!

Although Owner of EJ’s Auction & Appraisal Erik Hoyer said he believes the painting is an original, he is leaving it up to the public to decide. “When it comes to authenticating pieces of art, it can be quite a struggle,” said Hoyer. “In my research, I have every reason to believe it is an original — I believe it’s the real deal.” “When we say we are attributing it to this artist, we are leaving it completely up to the public to make the determination,” he continued. “What is going to make the determining factor is when I’ve got it on the auction block and I am taking bids on it.” Hoyer added that the age of the canvas and overall construction of the frame are also convincing. The framed oil painting, titled “King’s Canyon,” measures 43 ½ inches high and 31 ½ inches wide and features an idyllic waterfall scene. A narrow strip of water runs down the side of a cliff and into a stream, while large boulders and fallen trees decorate the water. The hues are cool tones, such as blues, grays and dark greens, while the frame exudes a shimmery gold-brown finish. The attributed painting also displays

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very tiny and I don’t want a big place to take care of anymore.” “We’re just going into this with an open mind,” she continued. “But I hope it does sell.” Cushman and her cousin will split whatever earnings they get from the painting. Hoyer echoed Cushman’s sentiments, saying he is confident the painting will sell for more than its listing price.

“It could do millions — he’s [Moran] got prior records like that,” he said. “It would be fantastic for us obviously, and it would not shock me if it does go for a lot of money.” “But again, the art world is a world all on itself,” he expressed. A free preview for the special catalog auction is set from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at EJ’s from Aug. 23 to Aug 30. The live auction will begin at 6 p.m. on Aug. 30.

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oung video game enthusiasts who are students in Kyrene School District will now have intramural competition to satisfy their competitive desires. Kyrene School District is hosting an esports league starting in mid-September through a partnership with Bravous Esports, using Aprende Middle School in Chandler as the game venue. Esports, or competitive gaming, continues to grow in popularity and scale, with the industry generating $900 million in revenue and an audience of 395 million in 2018, according to gaming analytics firm Newzoo. The Overwatch League’s Grand Finals even received coverage on ESPN last summer. The Arizona Interscholastic Association, the governing body of high school sports in the state, has already sanctioned it as a legitimate sporting activity, with state titles in two games. The first is Overwatch, a first-person shooter game from Blizzard in which two teams of six players each take control of

Kyrene students who sign up for the district’s first esports league next month will get to work with experienced gamers from Bravous Esports to improve their skills for an intramural tournament. (Special to AFN)

characters with diverse abilities and strategize to control or complete objectives. The second will be in Super Smash Brothers Ultimate, the most recent iteration of Nintendo’s fighting game series. East Valley high schools could field

teams starting in the fall. Horizon Honors High School in Ahwatukee currently has a Gamers Club that includes video games alongside card and tabletop games as its focus of interest. Kyrene students who sign up for the

Bravous program will also be competing in Super Smash Brothers Ultimate. The Bravous program is organized like any other recreational sports league. Players form teams, work with coaches and get one practice and one game a week. The season lasts eight weeks and culminates in an end of season tournament complete with trophies. All equipment is provided for the $199 registration fee, and an early-registration discount is available at the company’s website, bravous.com. “All the kids need to do is show up,” says Bravous founder Scott Novis. “Esports is competitive video gaming and covers many games. We focus on Super Smash Brothers Ultimate.” A former Walt Disney executive and founder of the nation’s largest video game party franchise, GameTruck, Novis “is passionate about healthy video gaming for kids,” a company spokesman said. Karen Mendoza, a former Nintendo executive who joined the Bravous management team earlier this year, also is directing the Bravous program. “We used our combined 30-plus years

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of experience providing wholesome, family — friendly entertainment to imagine a new esports experience. Kids come together, work with coaches to improve their gaming skills, learn life skills and make some friends,” said Mendoza. “It’s not a party, but we have a lot of fun.” The Kyrene league is open to students in third through eighth grade — as well as the general public. Bravous isn’t in any other school districts in Arizona but it is running its fourth session in North Scottsdale at the Dave and Busters at Desert Ridge Marketplace. The City of Maricopa is rolling out its own recreational esports league, with the youth element implementing the Bravous system. A Bravous spokesman said that during practices, players will play on individual units “but during games we will bring out monitors for matches.” The end-of-season tournament will offer an opportunity for spectators who can watch matches on large-format projectors. The greatest demand has been for the Smash Brothers Ultimate game, so the league is focusing on that title. “Bravous is special because there is no bench,” added Novis. “It is different than CASITA WITH 2 BEDROOMS

traditional sports and some ways better because the competition is not focused on one ball that only a few kids get to touch. Everyone plays. Everyone contributes. Everyone competes.” Instruction is “built upon a rich library of drills to help players learn advanced techniques,” he added. Mendoza said competition at a high level “takes great coaching and we deliver that. “Our coaches are not only great Smash players, but they are also background checked, and trained to work with kids,” she added. “We wanted to deliver an esports experience that was social, competitive and helped players meet other kids who shared their interests,” added Mendoza, noting: “In Bravous Leagues, players compete in person and they work with coaches in person. The social dynamic is totally different than online esports.” Esports is the fastest the growing professional competition in the world, with more than 80 universities now having esport teams and scholarships. Space is limited for the Kyrene league and a spokesman said parents should register their children quickly because the company expects a sellout.

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Plenty of new state laws took effect yesterday BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

s of yesterday, Aug. 27, you can get your hair shampooed and blow dried by anyone you want, take your nunchucks out of the closet and actually use them in public and toast Arizona with lemonade as the official state drink. Tuesday is the day when most of the 321 measures approved by the Legislature take effect. Some were approved as emergency measures, like the drought contingency plan, which became law on the signature of Gov. Doug Ducey. And some of what was approved this year won’t happen for a while — like a requirement for the testing of medical marijuana which becomes mandatory next year. But that still left a grab-bag of issues that Arizona legislators found significant enough to create new laws and restrictions, some with broad effects and some much narrower. Consider a new law designed to help provide some limited privacy for those who have been arrested. The new law makes it illegal to publish criminal justice information on a publicly available website for commercial purposes, including requiring payment of a fee for removal. It also allows anyone whose information is published this way and is “adversely affected’’ to sue to recover any actual damages, along with penalties of $100 a day for the first 30 days of violation, $200 daily for the next 30 days and $500 a day after that. Oh, and the news media is excepted. The state pushed forward on multiple fronts in deregulating some professional services. Thanks to the efforts of Gilbert state Rep. Warren Petersen, people with certain licenses from other states are free to ply their trade if they move here. That’s an extension of rights already given to the spouses of those in the military who are transferred here. Now, pretty much anyone who is licensed or certified in at least one other state for at least a year, they can do the same work here. There are some restrictions, including that the person does not have pending complaints and pays all applicable fees. And if Arizona already requires an exam of residents to test on knowledge of this

state’s laws that same requirement applies to those coming here from elsewhere. But another law eliminates at least one licensing requirement entirely. It will now be permissible for someone to hang out a shingle as a hair stylist. That means giving a customer a shampoo and blow dry without having to be certified as a cosmetologist. Lawmakers also voted to ease up, but just a bit, on the use of “consumer fireworks.’’ Right now, the list is restrictive. Pretty much anything that explodes or fires into the air is off limits. And even the days people can light sparklers and similar devices is limited to things like Independence Day and New Year’s Day. Now in the state’s two largest counties, people will be able to light up around Cinco de Mayo and the festival of Diwali, a five-day festival celebrated in India and by those from the subcontinent. Several education-related measures also are taking effect. Trained school officials will now be allowed to administer certain medications without parental authorization in cases of emergency. High school teachers will be able to get incentive bonuses in certain schools where students pass and get college credits for courses. The Board of Education is being directed to require at least a one-half credit course in economics to graduate from high school, a program that must include financial literacy and personal financial management. School districts have to adopt policies to report certain suspected crimes and threatening conduct to authorities as well as to notify the parents of the students involved. And there will be a State Seal of Arts Proficiency to recognize students who have attained a high proficiency in the arts and graduated from a participating high school. Legislators also voted to require any doctor or health care institution planning to close to surrender each patient’s records to that person or a third-party provider. That measure followed complaints by patients after a Phoenix area hospital

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closed, leaving patients in the middle of treatments without access to their records. Violators are subject to fines of up to $10,000. Lawmakers also paid some attention to traffic, both on and off the streets and sidewalks. One involves those increasingly popular stand-up scooters. The new law spells out that operators have the same rights — and same duties — as someone riding a bicycle. That means the ability to ride them wherever bicycles are allowed. But the same law gives local authorities the power to implement their own regulations when considering everything from environmental and traffic issues. And it will be easier to identify scooters and those who are using them with a requirement for each one to have a unique identification number that is visible from a distance of at least five feet. Another new law requires the Department of Transportation to either suspend or restrict the driving privileges following an accident resulting in serious injury or death, even if it is only a first-time violation. ADOT will now be required to suspend

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or revoke the license of someone who does not comply with an order to attend and complete traffic survival school. Until now that has only been optional. And police officers no longer have to write out a full report of a motor vehicle accident unless the damage reaches $2,000. That is double the current threshold. And on the crime front, possession of nunchucks will no longer put you at risk of 2.5 years in state prison. Elsewhere in the statute books, wouldbe timeshare owners also got a few new protections, starting with the ability of a buyer to cancel within 10 days, up from seven. There also are some new disclosure requirements ranging from firstyear financial requirements to a clear statement that “timeshares are not investments.’’ And while lawmakers have so far refused to tighten up on the deregulation they did several years ago of vacation rentals, it will now be illegal for people to rent out homes for any non-residential purpose, meaning no special events, parties, banquets or retail spaces. On the elections front, candidates will no longer be allowed to collect nominating signatures until they first register with the secretary of state or applicable local filing official. That was designed by

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northern Virginia, one of the nation’s most affluent areas, he soon realized his new community had children who were hungry, often not knowing where their next meal was coming from — or when. Generosity Feeds encourages communities to pack meals that are then dispersed to food-insecure students and their families within the community. “We found we can change a child’s life simply by supplying them a meal,” said Klabunde. “Our volunteers have packaged over a half million meals to feed children in their own community.” Of the 10,000 packets assembled Saturday, Principal Michael Lamp was keeping 1,000 for Milenio, where 38 percent of the students qualify for free and reduced-price lunches. As he and Battle readied the packers for their morning of labor, Lamp told the

crowd, “This is a great community, but it is also a community impacted by poverty.” Battle said he organized the event as part of Mountain Park Church’s Radius Outreach, an evolution from the program he and staff started last fall after it opened its new church on 48th Street and Frye Road — a move precipitated by the loss of its original site to the South Mountain Freeway. Back then, Mountain park did what any newcomer to a neighborhood might do. “We went out, introduced ourselves, got to know people in the neighborhood,” said Battle. Radius expands that concept to establish deeper relationships with people within five miles of the church — including Milenio Elementary. Wearing white hairnets, blue plastic gloves and often team shirts or matching bandanas, the air of enthusiasm was palpable among young and old.

At the registration table, Ahwatukee resident Carly Klessens was one of the first of many glowing smiles greeting volunteers from Milenio, Mountain Park Church, MOD Pizza and ‘I AM 360’, another local nonprofit that offers monthly community service opportunities. MOD Pizza is a primary partner of Generosity Feeds, and all its 260 pizzerias across the country donated $1 of every pizza sold to Generosity Feeds. “My two kids are in Kyrene, and both attended Milenio so I was very familiar with the school and the needs there,” said Klessens, who attends Mountain Park. “I thought it was so great that all of the food packets would stay here locally to help out our neighbors,” added Klessens, grateful she could work alongside Pam Zetterland-Clark, Caroline Clock, and her own two children, Sophia, 14, a Desert Vista High freshman and Braydon, 12, who attends Akimel A-al Middle School.

Elena Porter, founder of Ahwatukee-based AM 360, said she was grateful for all the volunteers who turned out for the event. “As the spokeswoman from Generosity Feeds spoke about the needs just in Maricopa County, it honestly made me cry. I had no idea we had so many children wondering where they’d get their next meal,” said Porter, who brought her grandchildren Troy and Maya. Recalling what Generosity Feeds events facilitator April Polihonki told the group, Porter said her grandchildren were moved. “They looked at me with great concern,” Porter said. “It was definitely an eye opener for them as well as me and allowed for a serious talk after the event.” Porter, also a locally-acclaimed yoga teacher, said she loved the energy in the

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6 During the food-packing event at Milenio Elementary School, 1) Principal Michael Lamp helped warm up the crowd with some opening words; 2) Amanda Buckingham held her son Wyatt Burgess while his sister Leila Burgess eexamined bags of rice and dried veggies; 3) Once boxes were stuffed with 25 meal packs, some volunteers like Salem and Luke Van Ameromgen started stacking them on the auditorium stages. 4) Teams of volunteers manned long tables in a kind of human conveyor belt to fill food packs and get them in shipping/storage boxes. 5) Mountain Park Church Outreach Pastor Greg Battle and Generosity Feeds event facilitator April Bolihonki paused to survey the busy scene as 6) Lenard Gomez, left, and Dennis Basset helped seal the boxes. PHOTOS BY PABLO ROBLES/AFN Staff Photographer

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room of people “just wanting to help and do something to help make other people’s lives just a little easier”. Donna Turner, an Ahwatukee resident of 14 years and a Mountain Park Church member, said she was most touched by the number of people who “gathered to make a difference in the lives of others less fortunate.” “The number of kids who are without food in this community is overwhelming,” said Turner. “To see this type of event happening locally touches my heart big time.” Turner, who supports the local nonprofit Feed My Starving Children and national Family Promise, said she makes an effort to include her grandchildren and other

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“Most unpaid caregivers are unaware of how important taking time for selfcare is for their own health and welfare,” said Ulrich. The coalition has an adult day health center respite scholarship program to provide caregivers with breaks that are necessary for catching up on sleep,

family members in working with the charitable programs. “I used to do this with my children, and now my grandchildren,” said Turner who was accompanied Saturday by a granddaughter, a niece and her two children. “I want these kids to know it’s not just about them, and to realize that everybody has something going on in their lives, and kids just like them are going hungry,” she said. Caroline Clock, a former middle school teacher, said, “I’ve seen firsthand the real need of many Kyrene families.” “And I was once again blown away by our community,”” Clock added. “I know this will make a huge impact.” Lamp was at the school Friday night to

running errands, enjoying hobbies and spending free time with family and friends. The grant is available to assist full-time, unpaid caregivers who live with the person they’re providing aid for. Studies show this accounts for approximately 35 percent of the caregivers’ population in the United States. The coalition’s respite care program

help set up and was there again early Saturday to greet the packers. “Watching the faces of our community members when we shared data on how many students of poverty reside in Maricopa County, and specifically our school was eye opening,” said Lamp, a 23-year Kyrene employee who has been a principal for eight years, the last two at Milenio. “He said the number of Milenio students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals “doesn’t mean someone is living meal-to-meal but it shows a level of poverty that impacts the child. We expect poverty to look a certain way, and it can reside in all neighborhoods.” Lamp said he and his staff who helped at the event were touched by the giving nature of Mountain Park Community

offers a break to those who need it most, while their loved ones are supervised in a safe and friendly environment. There are 16 approved facilities throughout Arizona. “You can’t take care of anyone else if you’re not taking care of yourself first,” Ulrich adds. “The truth of the matter is, you don’t have to do it all alone. Reach out to support groups, friends, family and re-

Church members and MOD Pizza. “I asked Mountain Park’s Greg Battle if we staff could volunteer as I didn’t want to take space away from their parishioners, and he said yes. I had 12 staff and five students come support package meals.” So successful was the Generosity Feeds event that Battle said Mountain Park hopes to host another one next fall. He said this one couldn’t have been as successful without his stalwart volunteers Klessens, Clock and Pam Clark. Porter said all the volunteers will long remember this year’s event, noting: “When you chose to be involved with an event like this, generosity does feed, and it feeds big time — it feeds your heart and soul.” Information: GenerosityFeeds.org.

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new book that shows how music not only soothes the savage beast but can add a new dimension to almost anyone’s life, especially people 40 and older, has spotlighted an Ahwatukee business and a local musician. Calling Ahwatukee “home to a music underground of amateurs who have created a quiet community of song,” Richmond, Virginia, author Gayla Mills’ book, “Making Music for Life: Rediscover Your Musical Passion,” praises Ahwatukee singer-songwriter Cindy Weir and Ahwatukee’s Music Makers Workshop. “Making Music for Life” looks at hobbyists and aspiring musicians in the second half of life, offering tips on the best ways to practice and jam, enjoy playing with others, get gigs and record deals and bring more music to communities in an effort to show people how music can help them live and age well. For Weir, an Ahwatukee resident with her husband and two daughters since 2006, music isn’t just a hobby: it’s a large

Ahwatukee resident Cindy Weir, is a speech and language pathologist but as a self-described life-long learner, she also is a musician who teaches at Music Maakers Workshop not far from, her home. (Kimberly Carrillo/AFN Staff Photographer)

part of her life — though it took her a little while to realize that. After the New Jersey native got her

masters degree at New York University in communications and culture, she worked in public relations and marketing for a

few years because “I had an ethical crisis doing that.” So she went back to school for speech and language pathology and got her master’s in that. “I’ve been practicing that for 20 years here and it’s been glorious,” said Weir, who lived in Tempe before settling in Ahwatukee. Yet, as a self-described “life-long learner,” Weir wasn’t about to settle. “I’ve worked with smaller children in their home setting, which has been fun,” she explained. “But then I thought, ‘I could do more with this somehow. I need to go back to school and learn.’” And in learning, she reconnected with her childhood love for music. “I had always loved music and I played music and I learned music when I was a kid, but I thought, ‘What about music? I need to learn it like a language. I really need to understand the grammar of it, the syntax and everything like that.” So, Weir went back to school, this time the Berklee College of Music in Boston,

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A beginner’s guide to hiking South Mountain BY ANDY LENARTZ AFN Guest Writer

outh Mountain Park and Preserve can be divided into west, central, east and south. The entire park is located in the city of Phoenix, but as our city is a sprawling metropolis, each portion of the park is not easily accessible from the other areas. The park spans over 16,000 acres, making it necessary for park users to identify which portion of the preserve they want to visit to avoid lengthy detours. The west end of the National Trail in Laveen to the Pyramid Trail in Ahwatukee is 30 miles apart by car — which could take anywhere from 45 minutes to well over an hour, depending on traffic. The western portion of the park, located in Laveen Village in South Phoenix, is the

least developed. It contains the newly redeveloped 19th Avenue North Trailhead, access to the San Juan Lookout as well as the western end of the famous National Trail. The central portion is the main section of the park, off Central Avenue in South Phoenix. Numerous popular trails start from here, the most utilized and notable being the Holbert Trail. It also contains both hiking and driving access to the Telegraph Pass and Buena Vista lookouts, the South Mountain Environmental Education Center and the historic Civilian Conservation Corps-constructed ranger station. The central portion contains many ramadas and is the location for numerous ranger activities and community events. The eastern portion of the park includes trailheads on the northeastern section

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No matter what trail along South Mountain one chooses to hike, the views are almost always awe-inspiring. (Andy Lenartz/Special to AFN)

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earning a master certification of music theory, harmony and ear training. “So, since 2010 I’ve been on that journey, the musical journey, while still practicing speech pathology and raising my kids,” she explained. “And so that’s kind of brought me to where I am.” “Where” has ended up being many places. Weir performs in hospitals, nurtures girls through the nonprofit Girls! Rock Phoenix, teaches at Music Makers as well as in her home and pursues songwriting. At hospitals — primarily the VA and Phoenix Children’s — she plays for patients and families several times a month. “They love it. You know, it’s just another way of connecting with people and really healing them,” said Weir, who plays guitar, piano, recorder, ukulele, clarinet, violin and bass. Weir has been involved with Girls! Rock Phoenix since its inception more than four years ago, helping girls develop musical knowledge and ability, connect with peers and mentors, build leadership and communication skills and inspire feminism. She’s bullish on the group, reflecting how several decades ago, the rock scene was a male-dominated industry. “As a therapist, I feel like I can be really helpful there,” Weir said. “It’s always such a growth process for the kids and for us, all of the volunteers. They get to play electric guitars and all that good stuff.” She’s especially proud of the fact that she hears from some of the girls who were in Girls! Rock Phoenix camps several years ago. “It’s just nice to see them grow and you feel like you just contributed a little bit to their confidence in themselves,” she added. At Music Makers, 3233 E. Chandler Blvd., Weir works with children as young as 4 and teens primarily — though she also works with adults. “I love working with little kids. They’re

College writing professor Gayla Mills, who has been performing with her husband for 15 years, included Cindy Weir and Music Makers Workshop in her new book. (Special to AFN)

just so full of life, a beautiful energy,” Weir said, recalled how one teen came in “saying it was a rough week and it was only Tuesday. “I said, ‘Let’s see if we can turn that out around’ and halfway through the class, he was just the happiest camper ever. It just felt good to help his mom out. So again, you know, music: it’s just such a nice connector.” When she teaches songwriting, Weir works with kids who may approach writing songs like others approach keeping a diary while others have tunes in their head and want to learn how to put them down on paper. For any of those students, she relies on her Berklee College training. “I break it down and think about the rhythm, the beat, the tempo and harmonic progression. It depends on what my student’s ability is and then how I want to shape it. And then we think about what do you want to say? So, whether you

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have lyrics or not, you probably want to express some kind of feeling. And so, we talk about that. We talk about what it would sound like musically, what a melody might sound like and then how lyrics might fit or if we have lyrics before a melody, how those lyrics kind of balance each other rhythmically.” She explained how one female student “is just so creative musically” and “she’ll sit at the piano and she’ll say, ‘I got this tune in my head’ and she’ll just start playing it and it’s amazing. I have her writing now because she’s so creative and she’s not a lyric person though. For her, it’s more feeling into it musically and giving her an outlet for that creative skillset that she has. “Then I have another gal who has notebooks and notebooks and notebooks full of journaling and poetry and all of that stuff. And it’s amazing. And then I have another gal who she just interested in chord progressions. She’s totally the harmonic person. I feel like I need to get them all three together because they have different skills.”

Weir, who also performs at folk festivals and other public gatherings, doesn’t know how she came to the attention of Mills, who says Weir “shows by example many of the ways one can be involved in a music community.” Mills praises Music Makers as an example of a “the direction many music schools are taking toward building community by providing group instruction and events where students can perform.” Mills said she heard about Weir through Music On Call, the nonprofit that tries to connect musicians with hospitals so they can play for patients. “She just had a good story; so yeah, she’s pretty fascinating,” said Mills, a college writing professor who learned to play guitar and has been performing with her husband the last 15 years. Moreover, many musicians in the underground music community of the Phoenix area are over 40 — proof of her belief that one is never too young to learn to play an instrument or sing or both. “I went back to music in my forties, and in the process, met a lot of musicians in the same situation and there’s just nothing really out there that’s tailored clearly for that demographic,” Mills said. “And I really wanted to be able to help people who were doing the same thing because there were a lot of them and there’s just not a good single resource for all that. So I’m a writer, so I decided that was a good thing to write about.” Her book “has hundreds of tips on a whole range of things that they could do in terms of practice, finding other people to play with, finding teachers and resources, choosing an instrument and so on. And then the second half of the book is geared a little bit more towards people who’ve been playing music and are more experienced, but maybe they want to know how to record or how to form a new band at this stage of their life. It’s kind of a different thing than when you’re 20.” Information: Music Makers Workshops, 480-706-1224 or mmwaz.com; Gayla Mills book: doverpublications. com.

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in South Phoenix as well as the eastern/ southeastern section of the park in Ahwatukee. This section of park is heavily trafficked with locals from Phoenix and the East Valley as well as visitors from around the world who are staying in the area. This section of park is notable for the newly redesigned Pima Canyon Trailhead and the eastern end of the National Trail, which all Ahwatukee and Arizona residents should complete at least once. The southern portion of South Mountain Preserve is tucked deep into the Ahwatukee Foothills. The main trailheads in this section of the park are the newly redesigned Desert Foothills Trailhead and the 19th Avenue South Trailhead. The most popular trails are Telegraph Pass and the Pyramid Trail. By car, it can be a bit daunting to reach different sections of the park, particularly given Phoenix’s notorious traffic. All sections are connected by the trail system and accessible by foot or bike, allowing you to travel across sections and trailheads. This makes for some wonderful extended hikes. If you’re new to hiking, here are some pointers deom the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department:

What to bring Water. Head back to your starting location before your water is half-gone. Cellphone. There is somewhat reliable reception some places in South Mountain Park. But plan to use only for emergencies, have a backup plan and always notify someone where you are going and how long you will be gone. Proper shoes. While flip-flops are the footwear of choice for most Arizonans, the trail environment of spiky plants, stinging insects and sharp rocks mean you need fully covered feet with non-slip soles when on the trails. Hiking boots are not a necessity on most trails in the area, unless it rains. Sunglasses. The sun here is intense, be prepared. Sunscreen. Needs repeating, sun protection is essential in Phoenix. Apply before you leave, reapply during your activity. Hat. Hopefully you get the point by now, serious sun and all that? Snacks. Salty snacks in particular will replenish salt lost through sweat, and is essential for longer hikes. How to Prepare Plan your hike. Determine a hike that fits your ability level using the City of Phoenix Trails Rating Guide and map

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available at phoenix.gov/parks/trails/locations/south-mountain There are also a number of trail apps. I like AllTrails and Gaia GPS. There is also the MTB Project app from REI, and Strava is very popular, in part for the social features the app provides. Check the temperature. Heat in Arizona is deceiving due to decreased sweating from a lack of humidity. Hike early in the morning or in the evenings, particularly when it is hot out. Bring a friend. Don’t hike solo. Realistically assess your ability. Select an appropriate trail, especially when hot,

as the heat can impact anyone regardless of ability or conditioning. Check a map. The main trailheads have maps. Review the map and your location, then take a photo of this prior to departing. Make sure to stay on the official trails and that you know the official name of the trail you are using. This is important to protect our fragile desert environment, as well as to help locate you in case something goes wrong. Editor’s note: Ahwatukee resident and cycling enthusiast Andy Lenartz writes periodically on the joys and hassles of South Mountain Park. Connect at andy.lenartz@gmail.com.

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Semiannual blood drive slated in little Ahwatukee girl’s honor

The parents of 3-year-old Adelyn Troutman of Ahwatukee have slated their semiannual blood drive in her honor 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 14 at Desert Foothills United Methodist Church, 2156 E. Libertuy Lane, Ahwatukee. Adelyn has a rare blood disease that has required monthly blood transfusions practically her entire young life and her parents hold blood drives twice a year in recognition of the constant need for blood. Noting donors “can save up to three people’s lives with a single blood donation,” Adelyn’s mother Kami Troutman said, “So many people rely on blood donations to stay alive, Adelyn is just one of millions that are able to live their life because of you.” To schedule your appointment: bloodhero.com/index.cfm.

Ahwatukee Health and Recovery center starting two new programs

Ahwatukee Health and Recovery, 16515 S. 40th St., Ahwatukee, is starting two addiction- and recovery-related programs. A free 12-step program will be held 6-7 p.m. on Wednesdays. And a support program called Parents of Addicted Loved Ones, or PAL, also meets 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. The free weekly PAL meetings offer peer-to-peer support and education and examine issues like the addiction cycle, enabling behaviors and other matters. More information: palgroup. org. Information: 480-272-8450 or Ahwatukeehealthcare.org

Carrie McNeish slates line dancing, cardio classes at Pecos Center

Ahwatukee resident and certified fitness instructor Carrie McNeish is offering beginning and intermediate/advanced line dancing classes at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., respectively on Tues-

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days. Also at 11:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m., respectively on Thursdays at Pecos Community Center in Ahwatukee. Classes begin Sept. 1 and people can register in person. Her Muscle Mania courses — aimed at strengthening and toning up muscles and core — are 11 a.m. Mondays and 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Pecos Center and start next week. You can register in person and there is a drop-in option. Information: 480-221-9090, cmcneish@cox.net, or dancemeetsfitness.net.

Kids Running Club starting in Kyrene School District next month

Ahwatukee fitness instructor Carrie McNeish is starting a Kids Running Club with age-appropriate drills, team exercises and core work will support and enhance fitness in all sports. Runners will perform long and short distance races in this after-school program offered through the Kyrene School District. Coach Carrie’s K-5 running club is offered at 2:35 p.m. Tuesdays at Kyrene Sierra and at 12:35 p.m. Wednesdays at Kyrene Monte Vista. Both start next week and meet for an hour weekly for 14 weeks. The club is open to any K-5 kids and is eligible for Arizona tax credit. Register: 480-541-1511 or kyrene.ce.eleyo.com/courses/ category/61/enrichment-classes. Information: dancemeetsfitness.net, 480-221-9090.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints slates Red Cross blood drive here

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is partnering with the American Red Cross to host 17th annual 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive — which Red Cross calls its biggest drive of the year in Phoenix. The Tempe West Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints will host the drive 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 7 at the LDS Chapel, 2955 East Frye Road, Ahwatukee, next to Desert Vista

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High School. To make an appointment to donate, call 1-800-733-2767 or sign up at redcrossblood.org with sponsor code tempewest. “The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is committed to strengthening our community and helping meet hospital and patient needs through blood donations,” said coordinator Bill Thatcher. “This blood drive is our way of giving people an opportunity to help save lives and commemorate 9/11.”

Corpus Christi Churck Knights of Columbus slate golf tournament

The Knights of Columbus Council 10062 of Corpus Christi Church in Ahwatukee will hold their 28th annual Joe Hasulak Memorial Golf Tournament Sept. 28 at the Foothills Golf Club, 2201 E. Clubhouse Drive, Ahwatukee. Proceeds benefit local Knights of Columbus sanctioned charities. The Knights are seeking sponsorship at various levels. Registration and tournament play are open to all. Player registration of $85 includes greens fees, two beverage tickets, cart, goodie bag and lunch. Raffle prizes, contests and more will be on tap. The nonprofit Knights of Columbus Council 10062 golf tournaments benefit local organizations and programs aiding youth, the less fortunate and the homeless. Information/registration: tournament Chairman Mike Moore at 480-360-5956 or e-mail moore4mike@msn.com.

Kyrene Foundation seeks help for big fundraiser at Arizona Grand Resort

Kyrene Foundation — which helps the district’s needy families in numerous ways — is holding its biggest fundraiser of the year 7-11 p.m. Sept. 28, at Arizona Grand Resort & Spa, the ninth annual fundraiser has been rechristened Night for Kyrene. Formerly known as the Taste of Kyrene, it will include a dinner buffet and silent auction, a wine pull and entertainment by the

School of Rock Sugar Skulls. The Sugar Skulls consist of 22 musicians ages 12-18 from the three School of Rock music schools in Gilbert, Ahwatukee and Scottsdale. They audition every eight months to be in the group. To purchase tickets, donate to the silent auction, volunteer or become a sponsor, visit kyrenefoundation.org or email kyrenefoundationsponsorships@gmail.com.

Ironwood Library seeking volunteers of almost all ages for helping hand

Ironwood Library is looking for new volunteers from ages 12 and older. Opportunities include: assisting with children’s preschool or craft programs, special events, homework help, re-shelving materials or a leading French conversation group (must be a fluent French speaker). Apply online at volunteer.phoenix.gov; (under “Search by Department” choose “Library Dept — Ironwood” for opportunities at this location).

Time to think about Ahwatukee’s biggest outdoor party in November

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Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee seeking donations for annual baby shower

Plans already are underway and donations are being sought for the Ahwatukee Kiwanis Club’s annual Community Baby Shower to treat teen moms and moms-to-be in foster care to a real baby shower. The shower will be Sept. 28 with the “sorting day” on Sept. 21. “These young women are alone in their pregnancy and parenting experience without family and friends to support them,” said Kiwanis Club member Andi Pettyjohn. They can use our help to make it easier for them to ‘beat the odds’ in this hard life.” Parenting teens from Compadre High School’s Teen Parenting Program also can “shop” for free clothing and necessities for their babies. Other donations will be given to Moms in crisis at The Phoenix Dream Center, UMOM, Tumbleweed and other shelters. Foster parents who are fostering babies will also benefit from your donations. Monetary donations can be made by mailing a check to PO Box 50596, Phoenix, AZ 85076 or at ahwatukeekiwanis.org. New and gently used baby clothing as well as virtually any baby accessory from cribs and strollers to toys and gift cards can be dropped off at the following locations: Learn & Play, 15626 S. 42nd St.; Maricopa OBGYN, 4530 E. Ray Road; Magical Journey, 1241 E. Chandler Blvd.; A Step Ahead, 4221 E. Chandler Blvd.; Keystone Montessori, 1025 E. Liberty Lane; Ahwatukee Swim & Tennis Center, 4700 E. Warner Road; Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 S. 48th St.; Also, Vision Community Management, 16625 S. Desert Foothills Pkwy.; West USA Realty, 4505 E. Chandler Blvd.; Whiz Kidz Playland, 15425 S. 48th St.; Triple R Childcare, 1442 E. Chandler Blvd. and 4510 E. Ray Road; and Primrose, 3922 E. Chandler Blvd. Information: info@ahwatukeekiwanis.org.

Art in the Garden in Ahwatukee offers classes, studio time

Ahwatukee’s Art in the Garden Studio, at 4221 E. Chandler Blvd., “is the place to express yourself in watercolors, acrylics or alcohol ink and learn to make no-chemical care products and household cleaners,” its owners say. “Essential oils education, meditation and finding peace through art. Ages 16+, reasonable prices, supplies are included.” Information: artinthegardenstudio.com or 480-302-1304. The studio welcomes inquiries about hosting corporate events, birthdays or other special activities. The facility can also be rented at a nominal fee.

Devorah Hadassah chapter invites Ahwatukee women to join

The Devorah Chapter of Hadassah, a nonprofit women’s humanitarian organization that supports health care, women, education, youth and the environment, invites Ahwatukee women to join. Hadassah Hospitals treat over one million patients annually regardless of race or religion and was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize several years ago. The Devorah Chapter raises funds for numerous projects and also has monthly activities such as a book club, lunch gatherings and movie nights. It has five general meetings a year and two major fundraisers — Game Day in October and gift wrapping at various Barnes & Noble throughout December. Information: ann.hadassahmembership@gmail.com.

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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 28

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4

DETAILS>> 4:30-5:30 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 6-11 years. Free. No registration required.

Emerging readers of all ages can sign up for reading time with a registered therapy animal named Truffles and human team. DETAILS>> 4-5 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. All Ages. Free. No registration required.

Gain insights into the three works to be presented during the upcoming Director’s Choice series, how dancers and choreographers approach creating new dance and how classical ballet has evolved over the years into a contemporary movement style that is pushing the art form into a new era. Presented by Leona S. Aiken, Ph.D., through a partnership between Ballet Arizona and Phoenix Public Library. DETAILS>> 6-7:30 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adult. Free. No registration required.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11

Book Discussion Club

Teen Council meeting

Sit, Stay, Read!

THURSDAY, AUG. 29 Last Tukee Talks

The last Tukee Talks session of the year will be held. Tukee Talks gives Ahwatukee residents a chance to talk with Phoenix Police and hear about crime trends and safety precautions. DETAILS>> 6 p.m. Pecos Community Center, 17010 S. 48th St.., Ahwatukee.

SATURDAY, AUG. 31 Bread class

Phoenician Oasis, located in a private Ahwatukee home, is offering a classes in bread making. Students enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres and sipping wine or cold drinks. DETAILS>> 1620 W Nighthawk Way, Phoenicianoasis.com or 480-888-5521.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 1

Vegan cooking class

Phoenician Oasis, located in a private Ahwatukee home, is offering a vegan cooking class. Students enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres and sipping wine or cold drinks. DETAILS>> 1620 W. Nighthawk Way, Phoenicianoasis.com or 480-888-5521.

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Sit, Stay, Read!

Emerging readers of all ages can sign up for reading time with a registered therapy animal & human team. Read to Truffles. DETAILS>> 4-5 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. All Ages. Free. No registration required.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14

Read the book and join each lively discussion the first Wednesday of the month. September’s Read: “The Library Book” by Susan Orlean. October’s Read: “Fire from Heaven” by Mary Renault. DETAILS>> 7-7:45 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adult. Free. No registration required.

LTC meets the second Saturday of every month to plan teen events at Ironwood Library. Earn community service hours, make friends and have fun. DETAILS>> 2-3 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: 12-17 years. Free. No registration required.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 5

Discovery Time

Science concepts are introduced in this storytime for children 3-5 years old. DETAILS>> 6:30-7:15 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: 3-5 years. Free. Tickets are limited and available in the library 30 minutes before program start time.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 10 LEGO Lab

Children accompanied by an adult can stop by for fun LEGO building time.

Bread class

Have a laugh

The Ahwatukee Comedy Club will feature comedians Isaac Torres, Gregory Freiler and Danielle Williams. The shows have been steadily growing in popularity and spokesman Anders Berg says, “You don’t have to drive 30 to 60 min to get a good

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laugh in Ahwatukee.” DETAILS>> 7 p.m., Ahwatukee Country Club, 48th Street just north of Warner Road. Tickets are $15 at Eventbrite.com or $20 at the door (includes a drink).

SUNDAY, SEPT. 15 Vegan cooking class

TUESDAY, SEPT. 17

Ironwood Writers Critique

Bring five double-spaced pages of writing to get feedback from your fellow writers. DETAILS>> 6-7:45 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adults. Free. No registration required.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18 Social Security 101

Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Jack Burns will answer questions about eligibility, early retirement, benefits and using My Social Security online. Prior to the program please go to ssa.gov/mysocialsecurity to create an account, then print out and bring your Social Security statement with you to the program. DETAILS>> 6:30-7:45 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adult. Free. Registration is required.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21

Making sense of Medicare

Medicare can be complicated. How do the options, coverage and enrollment work? Learn the ins and outs from a Benefits Assistance Counselor from the Area Agency on Aging. DETAILS>> 2-3:15 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adult. Free. Registration is required.

Bread class

SUNDAY, SEPT. 22 Vegan cooking class

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25 Sit, Stay, Read!

Emerging readers of all ages can sign up for reading time with a registered therapy animal & human team. Read to Truffles. DETAILS>> 4-5 p.m.Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. All Ages. Free. No registration required.

SUNDAYS TinkerTime

Explore hands-on creative ways to design, experiment and invent while learning about Science, Technology, Engineering,

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Art and Math (STEAM) through tinkering. DETAILS>> 2-4 p.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 6-11. Free. No registration required.

Blvd. Ages birth to crawling. Free. Tickets are limited & available in the library 30 minutes before program start time.

WEDNESDAYS

Learn gardening from pros

Desert Pointe gardeners meet

Desert Pointe Garden Club meets on the first Monday of the month with special programs. DETAILS>> 9 a.m., Ahwatukee Rec Center, 5001 E. Cheyenne Drive, Ahwatukee. Information: 602 478 6732 or dpgc.org.

Through fun hands-on projects, games and crafts, children can develop coding, 3D modeling, and circuitry skills, plus sequential and computational thinking, in this “tech playground.” Co-presented by Lakewood Learning. DETAILS>> 4-5 p.m. Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 5-12. Free. No registration required.

Learn desert gardening by getting your hands dirty with the Ahwatukee Community Gardening Project. Share in the knowledge, the produce and the smiles. All ages welcome Bring sun protection and water, tools optional. DETAILS>> 8-9:15 a.m. in the northwest corner of the park at 4700 E. Warner Road, Ahwatukee, behind the guitar player at the Ahwatukee Farmers Market, which is open 9a.m.-1 p.m. Information: acgarden.org or 480-759-5338.

Chess, knitters clubs

Two clubs meet in Ahwatukee every Sunday: the chess club for players at all skill levels and Knitters Anonymous for all levels of knitters and people who crochet. DETAILS>> The Chess Club meets at 11 a.m. and Knitters Anonymous meets at 2 p.m. For either club, call 480-246-1912 for more information.

Bible Study

A journey through Leviticus that is biblically accurate and understandable for everyone. Learn the historical perspective which reveals the love of God for all His people. Technology and questions are both encouraged. DETAILS>> 9:15 a.m. Mountain View Lutheran Church. 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee, 480-893-2579. mvlutheran.org/classes.

MONDAYS

Gentle yoga at Pecos

People can start their week with a gentle yoga class. Be mindful and caring for yourself. Sessions are typically five to six weeks long. You can also “drop in” to individual classes. DETAILS>> 7 p.m. at Pecos Community Center in Ahwatukee. Register: phoenix.gov/parks/classes-and-programs. Go to adult classes and search gentle yoga. You can also register at Pecos Center or call 602-495-550.

Friends and Neighbors

Ahwatukee Foothills Friends and Neighbors (AFFAN) is an organization of women who meet regularly to socialize through groups/activities and provides educational and cultural information for its members. General luncheon meetings are the fourth Monday of every month. DETAILS>> For more information: affanwomensgroup@ gmail.com.

LD 18 Dems meet monthly

Legislative District 18 Democrats gather monthly, usually the second Monday, to share news, opportunities, food and laughter. Meetings include guest speakers, legislative updates, how-to sessions and Q&A. Volunteer or just enjoy an evening with like-minded folks. DETAILS>> For times and places: ld18democrats.org/calendar.

Babytime for walkers

Babies up to 23 months who are walking and are accompanied by a favorite adult enjoy Babytime with American Sign Language for Walkers, with songs, activities to promote movement, rhymes, books and playtime in each lively session. DETAILS>> 9:30-10 a.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages walking to 23 months. Free. Tickets are limited & available in the library 30 minutes before program start time.

Babytime for crawlers

Accompanied by a favorite adult, babies birth to crawling can enjoy songs, music, rhymes, books, interactive stories, simple American Sign Language words, activities to promote movement and playtime. DETAILS>> 10:30-11 a.m. Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler

TUESDAYS

Get ready for kindergarten

Three- to 5-year-olds and their adult caregivers learn through stories, games and structured activities designed to nourish the skills that lead to success in school: persistence, flexibility and problem-solving. DETAILS>> Tuesdays June 4 – July 23, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E Chandler Blvd. Ages: 3-5 years. Free. Tickets are limited & available 30 minutes before program start time on the day of the program.

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ToddlerTime

Toddlers 24-47 months-old, accompanied by a favorite adult, enjoy interactive activities that encourage emerging language skills such as stories, songs, games and playtime. Children and caregivers also practice Baby American Sign Language, a great way to help young children develop communication skills, in this active session. DETAILS>> Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m., Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages 24-47 months. Free. Tickets are limited and availabley 30 minutes before program start time.

Fun with watercolors

Parents looking for playtime for their kids and, for themselves, stimulating conversations rooted in family, faith and conservatism can gather ever second Tuesday of the month. DETAILS>> 9-11 a.m. Pecos Park playground. 17010 S. 48th St., Phoenix. Check ld18gop.com for more details or contact: ld18gop@gmail.com

People can get step-by-step instruction in water-coloring whether they are beginners or intermediates. DETAILS>>2-4:30 p.m. in instructor’s home studio off Ranch Circle North in Ahwatukee. Four classes for $90. To register: Judy Lokits : 954-234-1768, or jlokits@yahoo

Estrangement support

Celebrate Recovery is a Biblical 12-step program that helps you find hope and healing from all of life’s hurts, habits and hang-ups. Whether it’s addiction, loss, anger or stress, you can find the freedom you’re looking for. DETAILS>>6:20 PM, Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 South 48th Street, Ahwatukee. 480-893-2579, mvlutheran.org.

Although rarely discussed, family estrangement is far more common than most people realize. The estranged suffer from loneliness, lack of self-esteem, guilt, anger and depression. Desert Foothills United Methodist Church provides a support group that meets the first Tuesday of every month. The public is invited to the “Living Loss” sessions. No questions asked, and anonymity will be respected. DETAILS>> 7 p.m., first Tuesday of every month; 2156 E. Liberty Lane, Ahwatukee. Use Entry B. Free. Information: 480-4601025 and office@desertfoothills.org.

Prayer night offered

Ahwatukee Health and Recovery holds a weekly prayer night. The public is invited. DETAILS>> noon-1:30 p.m., 16515 S. 40th Street #119, Ahwatukee. Free.

Chair yoga featured

Inner Vision Yoga Studio offers chair yoga to help seniors and people recovering from injuries to stay fit. DETAILS>> 1:30-2:30 p.m., 4025 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee. $6 per class. Information: 480-330-2015 or donna@innervisionyoga.com.

Toastmasters sharpen skills

Improve your speaking skills and meet interesting people at Ahwatukee Toastmasters meetings DETAILS>> 6:45-8 a.m at the Dignity Health Community Room, 4545 E. Chandler Blvd., Ahwatukee.

French Talk Time

Brush up on your high school, college or tourist French speaking and listening skills. Advanced level on the first and third Tuesdays of each month: an informal participant-driven conversational group. Participants should already speak French fairly well to enjoy this program. Beginner/intermediate level is on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month: a facilitator-guided conversation group. Participants should already speak some French to benefit from this program. DETAILS>> 6:30-7:30 p.m.. See above for appropriate Tuesdays. , Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd. Ages: Adults. Free. No registration required.

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Parents are invited to join a drop-in group to ask questions, share ideas or just listen to what’s going on with today’s teenagers. DETAILS>> 5:30-7 p.m. second Wednesday of each month. Maricopa Cooperative Extension, 4341 E. Broadway Road, Phoenix. Free. RSVP at 602-827-8200, ext. 348, or rcarter@ cals.arizona.edu.

‘Dems and Donuts’ set

Legislative District 18 Democrats gather for an informal chat. DETAILS>> Free and open to the public 7:30-9 a.m. the third Wednesday of the month at Denny’s, 7400 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. RSVP: marie9@q.com or 480-592-0052.

Grief support

Hospice of the Valley holds a grief support group for adults on alternating Wednesdays. DETAILS>> 6-7:30 p.m. at Pecos Community Center, 1710 S. 48th S. The assigned classroom varies signs will be on premises. It is a drop-in group and there is no need to call or register. Meeting dates: Sept. 4 and 18; Oct. 2, 16 and 20; Nov. 13 and 27; and Dec. 11.

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This group is designed for moms whose kids are aged birth to kindergarten. They meet in a safe place “to navigate the world of motherhood, faith and life together.” Free child care for ages 0 to 5. DETAILS>> 9-11 a.m. every other Thursday starting Aug. 23. Foothills Baptist Church, 15450 S. 21st St., Ahwatukee. Information: 480-759-2218 or foothillsbaptist.org/mops. Submit your releases to pmaryniak@ timespublications.com

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Foothills resident: Our HOA is in trouble DAVID RANDOLPH Guest Writer

This is an open letter to all the members of the Foothills Community Association. Neighbors, our HOA is in trouble. I have been a resident of Ahwatukee since 2003. Like many of you, I paid little attention to the affairs of our HOA, the Foothills Community Association. In the past few months, I have been shaken out of my apathy by a series of troubling events, and I have come to the realization that the FCA has deep-seated problems. I have been working with a team of concerned homeowners on an initiative intended to deal with these problems and to strengthen our HOA. One critical problem is that the FCA has no procurement policy. It has no rules in place to ensure that the nearly $2 million of our dues it collects every year are spent wisely. Our board of directors has free rein to award contracts without competitive bids and without any regard to industry ‘best practices’ designed to prevent waste, fraud and abuse. Then there is the board itself. In May there was an effort to recall its President, Bill Fautsch, and two other members whom the board had handpicked. After more than a decade on the board, Fautsch was able to muster only 3 percent of the FCA’s homeowners (143 to be precise) to vote to retain him. It was only because of his association with two corporate members who control large blocks of votes that was he able to keep his seat. What can be done about this? The team I am working with will soon be circulating a petition to FCA members proposing a specific package of reforms to the FCA’s

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bylaws. We believe the reforms will be a crucial first step in addressing our HOA’s problems. We promote common-sense reforms focused on five areas: 1) Establish a written policy on procurement that conforms with all relevant regulations of Arizona State and local governmental authorities and adheres to industry ‘best practices’ standards. As noted above, the FCA has no procurement policy now, and this leaves it highly vulnerable. 2) Establish a written policy on elections that includes: i) a meeting of the members at least 30 days before the election at which the candidates may appear and explain their background and goals; and ii) specific criteria for candidates, including that they reside within the Foothills Community Association, and that they disclose any prior bankruptcies, judgments or felony convictions. Just as it has no rules for procurement, the FCA has no rules to govern elections, other that the most general provisions in Arizona statutes and the bylaws. The recent recall election highlighted the need to create a formal, transparent set of rules. Put briefly, the recall election was not conducted on a level playing field. Administrative decisions were made that had the effect of suppressing the votes of homeowners (who favored the recall more than 3:1). At the same time, preferential treatment was given to one of the corporate members who controlled a large block of votes; in the end, this corporate member’s block of votes was crucial to defeating the recall. The FCA needs to fix this and establish rules that ensure free and fair elections in which all members are treated equally. These rules need to include an opportunity for us homeowners to get to know the candidates before we vote them on the board. And we need to require candidates to

reveal up front the types of information that must be included in the FCA’s annual reports to the Arizona Corporation Commission. 3) Institute electronic voting for all elections. The Arizona statues have been amended to permit electronic voting, and dozens of HOAs already have adopted this new technology. Electronic voting makes it easier for homeowners to cast their ballots, and this can significantly increase the level of participation in elections. Since tabulating ballots is done electronically, human error is eliminated from the vote counting process. Of course, instituting electronic voting does not preclude anyone who wishes to submit a paper ballot ‘the old-fashioned way’ from doing so. 4) Annually review the bylaws and amend them as needed to delete any obsolete text and to ensure that they conform with all relevant regulations of Arizona State and local governmental authorities. The bylaws are replete with passages that are obsolete or have been rendered inoperative by changes in the Arizona statutes. For example, the statutes have banned proxy voting for years, but there are frequent references to it in the bylaws. The board should be required to keep the bylaws current, so that they properly explain the rules for the FCA. 5) Implement term limits, so that no member of the board may serve more than two consecutive terms. The fact that the FCA has these problems and that the current board members — some of whom have been there for more than a decade — have done nothing about them underscores the urgent need for new blood. Our goal is to present a petition to the FCA in the fall. This would lead to a special election, in which all the FCA’s Members could vote on this reform package.

If we are successful, these reforms can all be in place by the end of this year or early 2020, in time for the next board election cycle. We expect the board to fight this reform effort with everything it has. It announced at the June board meeting that it would not consider term limits. At that meeting, the board insisted that reforming the bylaws was virtually impossible, as it required approval by a majority of the total membership. We had other lawyers looks at this, and they were puzzled how anyone could interpret the bylaws this way; the text of the bylaws is quite clear that they can be amended by a majority of the members voting in an election. We have tried to deal with the board and its attorneys about this in good faith, but they have stonewalled us. Sadly, it appears that we will need to take legal action to force the issue. Of course, the board would use FCA funds to pay for an effort to fight the reforms. Since the recall election, there has been a remarkable increase in the attendance at the monthly board meetings. Many homeowners are making their deep concerns known to the board. I invite all the members of the FCA — both homeowners and commercial/ developer members — to join us in this effort to strengthen our HOA. We have a website that provides additional information about our initiative: TheFoothillsInfo.com. We also are creating a grassroot network of homeowners who will help gather signatures on the petition. When they come to your door, I hope you will give them a few minutes of your time to discuss our reform package and to answer any questions that you might have. We are fortunate to live in a lovely neighborhood. Together we can make it even better.

Contact Paul Maryniak at 480-898-5647 or pmaryniak@timespublications.com

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Students finally will receive financial education BY KIMBERLY YEE Guest Writer

s school is back in session, it is encouraging to think about all that our children will learn in this new academic school year. This school year, Arizonans have something new to smile about as all our high school students will be taught financial literacy during their economics class as a requirement before they graduate. This change is due to legislation I advanced during my first weeks in office as the Arizona State Treasurer. Senate bill 1184 passed through both the Arizona Senate and the Arizona House of Representatives with wide, bipartisan support and was signed by Governor Doug Ducey on April 11. The importance of Arizonans knowing the basics of personal money

management being taught in schools became obvious 12 years ago, when I spoke at a student orientation for freshmen being introduced to college life. As I walked to the ballroom where I was to give a speech, I saw a group of credit card companies lined up table after table, ready to register hundreds of young students as new carriers of credit cards. During the forum, I asked the college students in the audience, “How many of you just signed up for your first credit card?” Dozens of hands went up. Then I asked, “How many of you have ever taken a financial education class in your high school?” Not one hand went up. This eye-opening experience occurred more than a decade ago. And the situation has not improved. Consider the following statistics: Outstanding student loan debt stands at $1.6 trillion, up from $1.52 trillion the previous year. Only 41 percent of adults in the Unit-

ed States have a budget and keep track of their spending. Of millennials ages 18-34, one in eight individuals have debts in collections. 39 percent of millennial women don’t pay their bills on time and are twice as likely than millennial men to take out a high interest loan to cover a $2,000 emergency. A record 7 million Americans are three months behind in their car payments. As state treasurer, it was important for me to continue my advocacy of financial education and make this important issue a cornerstone of my administration. My financial literacy bill was just the start. In June, I appointed Arizona’s first-ever Task Force on Financial Literacy, aimed at making sure all Arizonans will have the opportunity to attain proficiency in basic money management. This 17-member task force is already taking the next steps to bring resources to students, seniors, military veterans

and vulnerable populations who need help with managing their money across our great state. While the task force is hard at work, our high school students will be starting the new school year with learning the basics about personal finances. This is a critical life skill. Finally, Arizona students will be prepared to manage their money before going out into the world as adults. They will be taught the basic skills of balancing their checkbook and understanding the consequences of not paying off credit card debt month-to-month. Financial education empowers young people to achieve financial freedom so they can attain their personal and professional goals. With that freedom, our young people can achieve anything. Kimberly Yee is the State Treasurer of Arizona. She oversees the cash management of Arizona’s $40 billion state budget and manages $16 billion in assets.

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Store sponsors ‘‘Do the Hustle’ flea market BY COTY DOLORES MIRANDA AFN Contributor

immy Maler and his partner/sweetheart Noeleen Sese love to go browsing community yard sales and flea markets. The owners of Vintageous Life in Ahwatukee, Maler and Sese figure others like to do the same, so they are hosting a community flea market Saturday, Aug. 31. They’re offering free selling space to Ahwatukee residents, local artisans and nonprofits like the Desert Vista Thunder Marching Band and Hospice of the Valley, both of which are important to the couple. Dubbed by the couple as “Do the Hustle,” the community garage sale/flea market is 6-10 a.m. in the Vintageous Life parking lot at 4611 E. Chandler Blvd., adjacent to Starbucks and Kohls. In addition to the sellers, local restaurants and food trucks will help feed hungry vendors and shoppers. Offering the community free selling space is one way the couple is giving back to a community they called overwhelmingly welcoming since they opened last November on Black Friday. “We’re crazy with the treasure-hunt bug and always enjoy meeting people, hearing their stories and finding a new place for treasured items that are unique, one of a kind and meaningful. We thought this would be a fun way to promote Vintageous, the school music program, local artisans and the community as a whole,” said Maler, adding: “We’re really appreciative of all of the support and enthusiasm we’ve received, and recognize how much time, effort and commitment it takes to raise a family, start a business and make a difference in the community. Supporting each other helps everyone win.” For Sese, the connections to both the Desert Vista Marching Thunder band and Hospice of the Valley are personal. Their daughter, Isa Rivers, is a senior at Desert Vista High School and president of the Marching Band Student Council. Younger daughter Alayna Rivers is an Altadena eighth grader and already looking forward to joining the Thunder band next year.

Vintageous Life owners Jimmy Maler and Noeleen Sese are ready for their flea market, as are their children, from left, Isa Rivers, Cal Rivers and Alayna Rivers. (Special to AFN)

“After opening our store, Jimmy and I were already brainstorming fun ideas we could engage in while supporting the Ahwatukee community,” said Sese, a 21-year Ahwatukee resident, explaining: “In her new role as marching band president, Isa came to me inquiring about fundraising ideas. Although an annual band rummage sale is easy and common, Jimmy and I thought we could help boost exposure of the band’s fundraising and host a community sale to support not only the band but local Ahwatukee artisans, food trucks and our Ahwatukee neighbors.” For Desert Vista Director of Bands Josh Thye, this opportunity to fundraise is fortuitous. This year, the DV Band & Guard Program has the opportunity to perform in the Bands of America Western Regional Championships in St. George, Utah, as well as the Winter Guard International Championships in Dayton, Ohio. Additionally, the school’s wind ensemble and advanced percussion have been invited to perform at Carnegie Hall on May 30. “These are all exciting travel and performance opportunities for this program, but they all require extra fundraising,” said Thye. “This community sale gives us

the opportunity to have a garage sale setup with items donated from the 150-plus marching band families. “The proceeds will go to help fund these amazing opportunities for these student performers.” Thye said donations of quality furniture, electronics and gently-used and new clothing from the community would help, and can be dropped off at Vintageous Life 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30. “And come out and shop! The support of this wonderful community has meant so much to this Band Program for many years. We are very grateful, and we are honored to represent them on the marching field and concert hall stage,” said Thye. Sese’s mother was at Hospice of the Valley in 2004 after a cancer battle. “Because of the amazing care she received, I vowed to give back in any way I could to help other families the way they helped mine,” said Sese. She did so, even as a Girl Scout troop leader when her daughter Isa was in elementary school. Their Gift of Caring program supported Hospice of the Valley for the next nine years. “At the end of the Girl Scout cookie season, they would hand deliver boxes of cookies to patients and their families.

Their very first patient was a 93-year-old former Boy Scout who was ecstatic that the girls, in full Girl Scout uniforms, delivered cookies to him in his final weeks,” Sese recalled. “Soon after I applied and was trained as an official volunteer. In February, 2017 I was given the opportunity to work fulltime as Hospice of the Valley’s community fundraising and volunteer coordinator.” To make it easier for sellers, anything leftover that they don’t want to take home will go to Hospice of the Valley’s White Dove Thrift Shops in Mesa, Phoenix, Glendale and Scottsdale. The 4,500-square -foot Vintageous Life Furniture & Design sells vintage and upcycled furniture and home décor. It donates a portion of sales to support the Hospice of the Valley’s Pet Connection Program, inspired by their own rescue dog, Frankie. “Everything you see in here has been handpicked by us,” said Maler. “We want everyone’s experience to be memorable, and we treat others as we want to be treated.” They also offer interior design and custom finishing. Saturday’s flea market/community garage sale isn’t the first, but it does look to be the largest so far. “We would like to make ‘Do the Hustle’ a memorable event for our community, and roll it out twice a year, spring and fall,” said Maler, who is the storekeeper and customer greeter. Information: VintageousLife.com or 480-867-1938.

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ome 1,500-plus years ago, at the intersection of the complex canal systems that supported their ancient agricultural-based society on the Salt River, the Hohokam established a pre-Columbian village where families lived and flourished. Population estimates range from 24,000 to 50,000 people. On the southeast corner of 44th and Washington streets sits the Pueblo Grande Museum and Archeological Park,

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the oldest museum in Phoenix. For 90 years, it has safeguarded, preserved and taught about the earliest Valley of the Sun

inhabitants. “Imagine a large town approximately 1-mile wide and 1-mile long,” explained

Lary A. Martin, president elect of the museum’s auxiliary, which raises money and recruits volunteers for the cityowned museum. He’s been a volunteer for 10 years. “When I conduct a tour, I try to paint a picture of what life was like.” An introduction video inside the main building serves as an exemplary way to learn the basics. Inside exhibits offer air-conditioned comfort as well as a children’s hands-on area. Special events range from Arizona Authors Storytelling and Craft Saturdays, to scientific lectures to the popular Indian Market on Dec. 15-16, and the 13th annual Navajo Rug Sale on Nov. 2. If hearing about the Hohokam isn’t enough, ancient life can be seen in ruins on the museum grounds. Visitors are treated to an indoor and outdoor experience, which impacts museum enjoyment in the sizzling days of summer. An umbrella helps walkers on the

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Gallery exhibit looks at Mexico-U.S. relationship BY KAYLA RUTLEDGE GetOut Contributor

free art exhibition at Vision Gallery is making its debut Aug. 30, with its artists hoping to change the way spectators view the U.S.-Mexico relationship. The photos presented in the Through Each Other’s Eyes exhibit showcase the views of two Valley photographers, Gina Santi and Brandon Sullivan, and two Hermosillo, Mexico, photographers, Juan Casanova and Dionisio Corral, during an exchange to each country. Through Each Other’s Eyes, a nonprofit, started in 1988 after hosting five exchanges between photographers in the U.S. and Japan. In 1995 the organization began hosting events between the U.S. and Mexico. Santi, Sullivan, Casanova and Dionisio participated in the ninth exchange to Mexico hosted by Through Each Other’s Eyes. As a result of the exchange, 20 pictures from each photographer have comprised an 80-piece collection, which has toured

An exhibit debuting at the end of the month at Chandler City Hall’s Vision Gallery uses the photos of four photographers to explore the relationship between the United States and Mexico. (Special to AFN)

on display to the public of both countries with the hope of unifying people and celebrating their cultural differences.

“In a time of such division, our hope is that this exhibition provides a sense of unity through the powerful work of these

photographers working across borders,”

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self-guided trail, which winds its way in a loop around the grounds. The museum’s marquee item is a platform mound; only one of two remaining earthen mounds built by the Hohokam, the other being at Casa Grande. Covering 3.3 acres, the mound is thought to have had several purposes. Originally filled with trash, it was topped with caliche providing a base on which other structures were built. Many believe it was used as an observation platform that provided perfect views of games played on nearby large ball courts. One of the courts is on view. Visitors can follow the path to top of the dirt wall to look into history. In addition to the ball courts, ancient houses are recreated as part of the 3/4mile walk. Remnants of earliest Sonoran life include pit houses, aptly named because they are partly dug into the ground then were covered with roofs. A garden growing native plants like corn, amaranth and squash mimics original plantings. Crops thrived because water played a vital role for Sonoran Desert inhabitants. The museum and park are at the headwaters of major canal systems that drew water from the Salt and Gila rivers.

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Planes landing at neighboring Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport get bird’s-eye views of Pueblo Grande’s layout and water system. Work is nearly complete on a bridge and gate at the canal, expanding the museum’s outdoor exhibits. “Our Portal to the Past will attract pedestrian traffic along the Canal Scape to cross over physically and metaphorically and to walk in the footsteps of the Ancient Sonoran Desert People,” said artist Zarco Guerrero. His gate creation is “first in a series of art events to attract new audiences and supporters to the museum, while educating them on the vital importance of water usage.” Unveiling is set for October with the official museum birthday celebration. Operated under Phoenix’s Parks and Recreation Department, Pueblo Grande is also home to the city archaeologist, Laurene Montero. She is tasked with safeguarding remains and artifacts across the Valley. She works with construction crews of all sizes to ensure age-old items are given proper treatment. The museum is home to a large repository of archaeological discoveries. Pottery shards, tools, jewelry and even remains can be found by area builders. Should any human remains be uncov-

ered, the museum follows the guidelines of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). Since 1990, all remains found are repatriated directly to affiliated tribes. “We are currently in consultation under NAGPRA for several of our human remains,” explained Nicole Armstrong-Best, museum director. A wide variety of lectures, hands-on crafts for all ages, and other special events are on the museum’s calendar. Check to see what is happening before you go.

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Everyday life in Mexico has been brilliantly captured in some of the photos that will be part of the Vision Gallery exhibit opening Aug. 30. (Special to AFN)

The exchange on either end lasted for about 10 days as the photographers toured each area as a group. Santi said the country still had flashes of “that shock-factor,” citing women who relied heavily on basket weaving and fishing from the ocean to survive. Their skin had been leathered by the sun, and without access to health care in their immediate area many had no options if exposed to the various skin cancers caused by extreme sun exposure. Though the women looked 70 to 80

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said Peter Bugg, the visual arts coordinator at Vision Gallery. The idea to showcase the images collected on the exchange in Chandler developed about a year ago when Bugg met Santi at an event. Santi, a photographer on the project and social anthropologist, said the exhibit serves as a refreshing view on an age-old story. “It’s just important to understand other cultures and not assume things because you read it in the news or you think something might be happening or because someone told you,” said Santi. A Venezuela native, Santi said she entered the exchange with an open mind. She added she also speaks Spanish, which could have eased the tension between herself and those she interviewed, but she generally had a positive experience during her time in Mexico. “I’m sure as a society Mexico has its own problems because all societies do but that fear, that reluctance, it’s not as bad as people have been forced to believe,” she said. “What I hope my images will show people is that Mexican people are not monsters. They don’t want to take over the United States or hate people from the U.S. or they are going to be killed or kidnapped,” she added.

years old, Santi said her jaw dropped when she found out a majority of the women were 50. During the exchanged photographers’ time in Arizona, they went to Scottsdale, Jerome, Tempe Camera, the Phoenix Public Library and various museums. “There were things right here that I didn’t appreciate before until the other photographers started shooting it. I learned a lot even while they were here, the learning didn’t stop just because I was in my country,” said Santi.

Santi said she is optimistic spectators will see Mexico as more than “just a place to party on spring break or a bunch of drug dealers, because it’s not like that.” On Sept. 7, a reception will be hosted at the Chandler City Hall complex from 6-8 p.m. where spectators can converse with the artists and ask questions about each piece. The exhibition will run at Vision Gallery at City Hall until Oct. 5. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Mountain Pointe dominates Faith Lutheran in Las Vegas BY W.G. RAMIREZ AFN Contributing Writer

esi Shank has been biding his time to start in Mountain Pointe’s backfield. Friday night the senior proved he is capable of carrying on the program’s long-running tradition of boasting talented running backs. The 5-foot-10, 175-pound spark plug exploded into the season with 122 yards of offense, including 90 yards rushing and three touchdowns to help the Pride defeat Faith Lutheran, 40-17. “I was very anxious (to play), but I was confident coming into this game,” Shank said. “Our O-line did great so that helped me out a lot. But our team as a whole did really good. We all trust in each other and believe in each other. It all comes down to ‘you got my back, I got your back’. “As a whole team we came out here knowing that if something bad happens, somebody else is gonna pick ‘em up.” Thing is, nothing bad happened from the opening series until the final horn — outside of a couple of unsportsmanlike

Mountain Pointe opened the 2019 regular season with a 40-17 trouncing of Faith Lutheran in Las Vegas. (W.G. Ramirez/ AFN Contributor) Mountain Pointe opened the 2019 regular season with a 40-17 trouncing of Faith Lutheran in Las Vegas. (W.G. Ramirez/AFN Contributor)

issues — as the Pride dominated the Crusaders in every facet of the game. Mountain Pointe used a balanced attack during the first half, outgaining

Faith Lutheran, 225-45, while cruising to a 40-3 halftime lead. The Pride finished with 329 yards — 146 rushing and 183 passing —while the defense stymied its

host to 86 yards on the ground and 78 through the air. Sophomore quarterback Landen Powell was in mid-season form in his debut as starter, completing 20 of 29 passes for 183 yards and two touchdowns. “It was a great win to come out and start the season. Faith Lutheran is a great opponent and we’ve been looking forward to testing ourselves,” said Powell, who takes over under center for three-year starter Nick Wallerstedt, who graduated and went on to Arizona State University to play baseball. “As a program we have a great preparation. All of our coaches do a great job. As a team, we bonded a lot, so everyone is confident in each other. We all have faith that everyone is gonna get their job done.” The depth of Mountain Pointe’s receiving corps gave Powell plenty of targets, as he connected with nine different receivers throughout the game. BJ Washington finished with five receptions for 47 yards and one score, Dominique Davis had five catches for 44 yards and Rashion Hodge hauled in Powell’s

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Desert Vista fends off Palm Springs on opening night

BY CHRIS FAHRENDORF AFN Contributing Writer

furious comeback by Palm Springs wasn’t enough, as Desert Vista emerged victorious over the Indians, 44-34, on Friday night in Ahwatukee. There’s been a lot of excitement surrounding this Thunder team, especially taking into account the returning starters such as senior quarterback Parker Navarro, running back brothers Tyson (senior) and Devon (sophomore) Grubbs and senior wide receiver Elijah Ervin. All four made an impact on Friday night. This game started off as most would have expected, as Navarro connected with Ervin for an electric 80-yard touchdown pass to open the game. It was Navarro’s first of three touchdowns in the first half. Two more scores by Tyson Grubbs on the ground allowed the Thunder to score 37

first-half points. “We came out in the first half and the offense was clicking very well,” Desert Vista head coach Dan Hinds said. “Of course, we’re going to probably see mistakes and we always do in the first game.” Those mistakes were made visible in the second half. Palm Springs quarterback Isaiah Goad managed to throw for two first-half touchdowns, but Desert Vista held a comfortable lead in heading into halftime. It all but appeared Desert Vista would run away in the final two quarters, but that wasn’t the case. Mistake after mistake led to a valiant

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Desert Vista opened the 2019 season by holding off a furious comeback by Palm Springs. (Cheryl Haselhorst/AFN

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Hunter, you guessed it, was there. Harold Reynolds of MLB Network inoterviewed him on the infield during the game. “My dad (Ken Haas) is a total baseball junkie, so Harold Reynolds and the MLB Network is always on in my house,” Hunter said. “And then being able to talk to him while playing was unreal. I could believe it.” This month there was more good news from USA Baseball. His coach, Dave Webb, was thrilled, but not surprised. He knows how hard it is to make a USA Baseball National team. Webb has coached (as the head coach or assistant) four National teams and won gold medals with two 14U National teams. He leads a Corona del Sol program with assistants, including George Sanchez, that have won a combined 13 gold medals. “Hunter is coachable,” Webb says. “He’s humble and lives a real life of character and grit. What makes him different is his work ethic. I’ve never seen anything like it. We often times have to tell him to pump the brakes. He’s tenacious. We couldn’t be

prouder.” A starter for the Aztecs since his sophomore year, Hunter’s extended time in Southern California this month has been emotional. Hunter nearly made the 12U and 15U National teams. Although he was one of the last to get cut, he never stopped working. He competed in the prestigious Area Code games a couple weeks ago. Then, Hunter joined about 50 of the most skilled high school seniors in the U.S. and played five intrasquad games as part of a tryout for USA Baseball’s 2019 18U National Team. Finally, Hunter learned his name was on the final 20-man roster. “There was so much emotion,” he said. “When I heard my name called and just realizing my biggest goal for as long as I could remember. I was with the team and everyone was super excited, so it was a very cool experience to be part of.” He’s one of three baseball players to represent Ahwatukee (Jasyn St. Clair in 2000 and Cole Tucker, Carson’s brother, in 2013) on the 18U National team. Rob Gorrell, who founded Sandlot Baseball Arizona, and is the head baseball coach at Red Mountain in Mesa, started coaching Hunter when he was seven on his first Sandlot team. “It’s his work ethic and determination,” Gorrell said. “First time I saw him at Packard Stadium at age seven he couldn’t do much. He was missing fly balls, but you could see how much he loved it, even then. As he got older, he got stronger (from hard work) and kept after it. And here he is,” Gorrell added. A scouting director from an American League team who saw Hunter at the Area Code games, PDP League and the national team trials this summer said the Phoenix

resident is prepared for the June 2020 MLB draft. “Hunter played well in all events I scouted him in this summer, from the PDP to Area Code games to the USA 18 trials,” he said. “He has shown his tools and performed well enough to make himself a target to be a quality draft pick in 2020.” June 2020 is many months from now. Instead, Hunter lives in the present. Next, he’ll travel with the team from Los Angeles to Taiwan to South Korea and represent the United States on the baseball diamond. Through Sept. 8, Team USA will play at least 16 more games against at least nine different opponents. That’s a lot of missed school. Webb, who also teaches at Corona del Sol, said Hunter, who was in his 20th Century Multimedia class, can handle all the missed class time. “The administration and teachers worked it with the family,” Webb said. “They were aware this might happen. They are awesome.” Playing in an exhibition game against the Brewers SoCal Scout team last night in San Juan Capistrano, Calif., Hunter put on the uniform for the first time representing Team USA. His team won 21-6. Hunter went 1-2 with a walk and a bases-clearing triple to center field. “Being able to put that jersey on and represent my country is something I will always remember,” Hunter said. “It has been something I have dreamt of doing for as long as I can remember. It’s always nice to have success at the plate, but I’m just trying to do my role in winning a gold medal.” Russ Christ has lived in Ahwatukee since 1998.

Notre Dame High School from Sherman Oaks, Calif. The game will be played at Cathedral Catholic High School in San Diego as part of the 2019 Honor Bowl. “We’ve already got a pretty good game plan on Notre Dame,” Desert Vista coach Dan Hinds said after his team’s victory over Palm Springs. “We will take a look at what they did tonight and just make any adjustments we need to make. “We need to fix some mental mistakes and then we will go from there.” Desert Vista jumped on Palm Springs early, scoring 37 first-half points. But the Thunder seemed to let their guard down

in the second half, allowing the Indians to trim the lead to just 3 points in the fourth quarter. Hinds believes the heat may have taken a toll on his team’s ability to keep their foot on the gas in the waning moments of the game. Despite playing in San Diego, where the forecast calls for temperatures in the upper 70s on Saturday, Hinds acknowledged that proper hydration was key to avoid cramps and allow the team to play at a consistent pace. “We had a lot of guys cramping up,” Hinds said. “The heat played a little factor

and we learned tonight that we need to hydrate a little better.” Desert Vista’s offense fired on all cylinders against Palm Springs to start the game. Senior quarterback Parker Navarro got into a consistent rhythm with his wideouts, while Tyson and Devon Grubbs contributed all over the field. The Thunder will look for the same type of production from its key contributors against a Notre Dame team that was just 4 points shy of advancing to the California Division II championship game last season.

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t’s been a memorable summer for Hunter Haas of Ahwatukee. The right-handed hitting shortstop just made USA Baseball’s 2019 18U National Team, fulfilling a lifelong dream. A couple weeks ago he committed to play baseball at Arizona State. In May, Hunter’s high school team, Corona del Sol in Tempe, coached by Dave Webb, advanced to the Class 6A Arizona High School championship game. From June 13 to July 4, Hunter was in Bradenton, Florida, to participate in the inaugural Prospect Development Pipeline League at the IMG Academy. This wasn’t just any showcase. Major League Baseball and USA Baseball identified Hunter, 17, as one of the top 80 baseball prospects in the U.S. and Puerto Rico who will be eligible for the 2020 MLB Draft. He was one of three players from Arizona. Mountain Pointe’s Ethan Long also played in the PDP League, as did his teammate, Carson Tucker. “Playing in the PDP League was an incredible experience,” Hunter said. “And being around some of the best coaches and baseball people in the country was a great opportunity to learn as much as I could.” Besides live-game action, training sessions and evaluations and education orientations, the players participated in a leadership and strategy session from former Navy Seals. At the conclusion of the three-week league, the top 40 players were selected to play in the High School All Star game at Progressive Field in Cleveland on July 6, a game that was streamed live via MLB.com.

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Desert Vista heading to San Diego for Honor Bowl BY ZACH ALVIRA AFN Sports Editor

fter fending off a furious comeback by Palm Springs High in its season opener last Friday, Desert Vista High’s football program now prepares for a road trip out West to California. It’s the second year in a row Desert Vista will travel to California after taking on Palm Springs at home the week before. Last season, the Thunder won convincingly over the Indians before they went on to defeat Carlsbad. This season, Desert Vista will take on

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from both teams. “Obviously the emotions of this game, we’ve got to control the emotions of this game, especially if you get into a big game, it can come down to one penalty,” Wellbrock said. “But we’re moving on. You have to, especially with the quality of opponent that we’ve got next week, the following week, the following week. We’ve got no easy weeks, so we know that we’ve gotta flip the page and get to work. We’ll get some (Wi-Fi) hotspots on the bus and go to work on Pinnacle.” Mountain Pointe (1-0) opens the home portion of its schedule on Friday with a rematch from last season’s opener at Pinnacle (1-0), where the Pioneers romped to a 56-34 victory in a game that ended up being featured on the new season of Netflix’s QB1. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.

other touchdown toss. “With a sophomore (quarterback), first game starting at a varsity level, very pleased with his performance tonight,” Pride coach Rich Wellbrock said. “He was the facilitator, he didn’t have to make a lot of plays, just getting the ball to our guys in space, and they’re pretty special when that happens. We talk about starting fast, we wanted our kids to play fast tonight, I thought they did for the most part. “I was really pleased with us overall on both sides of the ball, and special teams. I thought we did some things on special teams that allowed us to (get) good field position. And good field position makes all the coaches look smart.” But it was the Pride defense that started the party in Vegas, as Diamante Landrum intercepted Faith Lutheran quarterback Grant Wood on the first play of the game. Mountain Pointe’s gritty defense limited Faith Lutheran to just 3 points in the first half. (W.G. Ramirez/AFN Contributor) The Crusaders defense held Mountain The one area Wellbrock is hoping his moments his players and the Crusaders Pointe out of the end zone, though, and it was Cameron Rasmussen booting a 38- team can harness, he said, is with its let their emotions get the best of them, yard field goal — the first of his career “chirping” with opponents, as there were including one instance that saw ejections — to give the Pride a 3-0 lead. Four plays later, Faith Lutheran’s attempted punt turned into a high snap that went out of the end zone and resulted in a safety, giving Mountain Pointe a 5-0 lead. The Pride defense continued to hold form, while the offense scored touchdowns on their next two possessions to extend the lead to 19-0 with 3:50 left in the half. The Crusaders got its first points 3.5” x 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt a few minutes into the second quarter with a 26-yard field goal from Alex Khachovan. It wasn’t until the final 3:46 of the first Have an interesting story? half that Mountain Pointe began pulling Contact Zach Alvira at away, as Shank scored on a 26-yard scamper, followed by a 1-yard plunge that was zalvira@timespublications. 3.5” x 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt set up by an interception by Washington, com and follow him on and Hodge’s touchdown reception as time expired in the half, giving the Pride its Twitter @ZachAlvira. 33-point lead at the break and putting the Mountain Pointe coach Rich Wellbrock was impressed by his team’s performance in Las Vegas, but the work isn’t done. The Pride return home next week to take on Pinnacle. (W.G. Ramirez/AFN Contributor) game out of reach. 3.5” x 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 3.5” x3.5” 2.5” Maximum Font Size: 30 ptpt x| 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt

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comeback effort by Palm Springs. At one point in the fourth quarter, the Indians trimmed Desert Vista’s lead to just three points. “We have a lot of young kids and they got overwhelmed at the beginning of the game,” Palm Springs coach Dan Murphy said. “We made some adjustments (in the second half) and told the kids you got two choices, ‘You can fold the tent or come out here and battle for another two quarters and that’s what they did.’” Goad came out in the second half and threw for another two touchdowns. Backup quarterback Christian Kretz came in for a drive and threw for a 24-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Mikiyah Jackson to help spur the comeback. But it was the defense that really stepped up its game. The Indians’ defense shut out Desert Vista in the third quarter, intercepted Navarro and blocked a field goal. The Thunder did not score until 1:21 left in the fourth quarter when Tyson Grubbs punched in his third touchdown of the game to extend Desert Vista’s lead to 9 points. Navarro finished with 277 passing yards and three touchdowns, while the Grubbs brothers combined for 205 rushing yards and three touchdowns. “The Grubbs brothers did a real good job,” Hinds said. “Overall, our offensive line did a great job protecting our quarterback and creating some seams for our backs to run through.” Desert Vista (1-0) will travel to San Diego next week to take on Notre Dame (Sherman Oaks, Calif.) in the Honor Bowl. Overall, Hinds wants to see improvement in the form of hydration to avoid cramps as the season progresses.

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Desert Vista jumped all over Palm Springs in the first half, scoring 37 first-half points led by senior running back Tyson Grubbs and senior quarterback Parker Navarro. (Cheryl Haselhorst/AFN Contributor)

Desert Vista will travel to San Diego next week to take on Notre Dame (Sherman Oaks, Calif.) in the Honor Bowl at Cathedral Catholic High School.(Cheryl Haselhorst/AFN Contributor)

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The Knights return a plethora of talent from last year’s team. Junior quarterback Cooper Meek, who threw for 1,570 yards and 14 touchdowns as a sophomore last season, returns under center to lead Notre Dame’s offense. Senior W.M. Johnson and junior Anthony Spearman III will man the backfield, while senior Andre Bray figures to become one of the top wideouts this season. Notre Dame also returns most of its starting defense from a year ago, including junior linebacker Jacob Moore, who led the team with 137 total tackles as a sophomore. “We have to take a look at our blocking and gap assignments,” Tyson Grubbs said. “We also need to look at our assignments on defense. We just need to fix all of our mistakes.” Desert Vista is one of two teams from Arizona that will take part in the 2019 Honor Bowl, as Saguaro High School will also play in the showcase event against the host school, Cathedral Catholic. The Honor Bowl showcase is sponsored by The Honor Group, a nonprofit organization founded in 2010 by Mark Soto. Soto coached prep football for 18 years and has two sons that have served a combined 31 months in the Army and Marines. According to its website, The Honor Group’ mission is to educate students, coaches and the surrounding communities about the needs of military veterans. Soto was asked to take over the Battle at the Capital in 2010. Since then, the series of games has changed names several times. In 2015, it was officially named the Honor Bowl and has flourished ever since. Desert Vista will take on Notre Dame on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 12 p.m. at Cathedral Catholic High School in San Diego, Calif.

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Custom Design and Renovation turning old to new Custom Built-ins, BBQs, Firepits, Fireplaces, Water Features, Re-Designing Pools, Masonry, Lighting, Tile, Flagstone, Pavers, Culture Stone & Travertine, Synthetic Turf, Sprinkler/Drip, Irrigation Systems, Clean ups & Hauling

NOT A LICENSED CONTRACTOR

ROC#126694

2012, 2013, 2014

Jaden Sydney Associates.com

480-893-8091

IRRIGATION REPAIR

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Landscape Maintenance

MD’S LANDSCAPING

REMODEL CONTRACTOR

Specialize in INSTALLATION OF: Mexican tile • Ceramic Planking 480-215-3373 480-215-3373 restoration • Laminate Flooring with • Vinyl Flooring Grout the Cleaning & Seal 20 years •Marks Spot for ALL Your Handyman Needs! Handyman TileSpot removal experience Marks •the for ALL Handyman Needs! Painting •Your Flooring • Electrical •Pricing Flooring • Electrical Plumbing • Drywall • Carpentry Affordable / Free Estimates in the ValleyPainting Marks the Spot for ALL Plumbing • Decks Drywall • Carpentry • Tile • More! Marks the Spot for ALL Your Handyman Needs! Your Handyman Needs! Decks • Tile • More! Painting • Flooring • Electrical

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David Hernandez (602) 802 3600 daveshomerepair@yahoo.com • Se Habla Español

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480-730-1074

ROC 304267 • Licenced & Bonded

Bonded/Insured/Licensed • ROC #225923

CLASSIFIEDS

Landscape Maintenance Juan Hernandez

Juan Hernandez

TRIMMING

Drip/Install/Repair

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Landscape Maintenance

Artistic

SPRINKLER

LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS LLC

Not a licensed contractor

Owner/Operator Greg Bodell-20 Years Experience

25 years exp. Call Now (480) 720-3840

• Reliable Maintenance Services–Clean Ups • All Irrigation Repairs–Installation–Timers & Valves • Quality Paver & Travertine Installation • Landscape Design–Remodels–Installation • Landscape Lighting Installation–Repair • Artificial Turf Installation–Professional Tree Care

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Free Estimates 7 Days a Week! ROC# 186443 • BONDED

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SUN TECH

PAINTING INC.

Serving Ahwatukee Since 1987 Interior / Exterior • High Quality Materials & Workmanship • Customer Satisfaction Free Est imates • Countless References • Carpentry Services Now Available Visit us at Suntechpaintingaz.com or view our video promo at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GM5pbvpZJlg

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Licensed • Bonded • Insured Technician

Specializing in Controllers, Valves, Sprinklers, Landscape Lighting, P.V.C. & Poly Drip Systems

Call Lance White

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ROC# 256752

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602.329.3396 Not a Licensed Contractor

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING Interior, Exterior House Painting. Stucco Patching. Gate/Front Door Refinishing. Quality work/Materials Free Estimate Ignacio 480-961-5093 602-571-9015 ROC #189850 Bond/Ins'd YOUR CLASSIFIED SOURCE

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East Valley PAINTERS

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Licensed, Bonded & Insured ROC# 272001

Painting

Jose Dominguez Painting & Drywall SEE OUR AD IN DRYWALL! Quick Response to your Call! 15 Years Exp 480-266-4589

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Not a licensed contractor

ROC#309706

Plumbing

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Free Estimates! Home of the 10-Year Warranty!

Irrigation Repair Services Inc.

Pool Service / Repair

Painting

Family Owned • Free Estimates

Painting

Arizona Specialty Landscape

Painting

480-688-4770

We offer personalized service for our customers. We use the best materials that we can find.

www.eastvalleypainters.com Family Owned & Operated Bonded/Insured • ROC#153131

Now Accepting all major credit cards

The Valley’s Premier Painters Proudly Serving Ahwatukee for 15 Years! Family Owned & Operated

Owned and Operated by Rod Lampert Ahwatukee Resident Serving Ahwatukee for over 25 years

Our services include: Sinks, Toilets, Faucets, Water Heaters, Garbage Disposal, Drain Cleaning, Pressure Reducing Valves, Pressure Vacuum Breakers, Hot Water Circulation Systems, Main Service Valves and Hose Taps.

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ROC # 272721

AHWATUKEE’S #1 PLUMBER Licensed • Bonded • Insured

704.5422

(480)

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Pool Service / Repair

Remodeling

CLR Pool Service LLC

RENOVATION SOLUTIONS

Plumbing

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*Any

30 Years of Experience

480.399.ROCK (7625)

charles@clrpoolservice.com

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Not a licensed contractor.

For a limited time

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480-706-1453

Licensed/Bonded/Insured • ROC #236099

roofing needs

Roof Leaking?

1st Month of Service FREE

Valley Wide Service 480-446-7663 Roofing

AZPoolExpert.com BBB Member

Family Owned & Operated for over 30 years

Not a licensed contractor.

ROC #152111

Remodeling

Spring into Summer with a NEW Kitchen, Bathroom or Windows Put Our Experience to Work for You!

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We also offer Energy Efficient Window Replacement

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Roofing

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Charles Rock - Ahwatukee Resident

Pool Service / Repair

HOME REMODELING

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Roofing

PHILLIPS ROOFING LLC Member of ABM

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 223367

Valleywide

CR 42 DUAL

623-873-1626 All employees verified Free estimates on all roofs 36 Years experience in AZ Licensed contractor since 2006

Roofing

TILE ROOFING SPECIALISTS

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condenser coil rinse Your Hometown Air Conditioning Specialist if accessible OR 0% APR

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