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Tartesso program encourages fathers’ involvement

By Juan Escobedo

Tartesso Elementary School Principal

Liz Burton is touched by the parental involvement at her Buckeye educational facility.

But it wasn’t until the school kicked off Watch D.O.G.S., or Dads of Great Students, with an August 22 pizza party that she became emotional. Before the program, only one father regularly attended Tartesso’s events. On this evening, about 120 father ﬁgures made their mark.

“It brought tears to my eyes when they showed up through the door,” she said.

Watch D.O.G.S.’ goal is to encourage father and father-ﬁgure involvement by asking them to volunteer at the school at least once a year. Burton called the program “an amazing opportunity.”

Volunteers wear Watch D.O.G.S. shirts adorned with nametags, and they welcome students to the school. Then the children announce the Watch D.O.G. of the Day during Tartesso’s morning announcements.

They also work alongside the faculty as crossing guards, car/bus rider facilitators, hall monitors, library assistants, lunchroom

helpers, classroom and homework tutors and playground/gymnasium coaches. They even attend lunch and recess with the students.

Watch D.O.G.S. volunteer John Waid

enjoys the extra time with his 11-year-old daughter, Raegan, a sixth-grader.

“It was amazing to see them all at the

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Avondale Police boosts social media presence

By Connor Dziawura

There is more to policing than just enforcing the law. This is a sentiment echoed by the Avondale Police Department, which has been increasing its efforts to connect and engage its citizens via social media.

For the past three years, the department has been working to strengthen its inﬂuence to its more than 10,000 followers.

“I think there’s a couple of goals,” said Sgt. Thomas Alt of the Avondale Police

Department about the social media efforts.

“Transparency through the department, humanizing police, showing the personal side of us. We’re not just enforcing laws. There’s a human side to policing as well.”

But how can the department get important information to its followers while still being relatable to citizens? This is a question posed by Katrina Armstrong, community services supervisor for the Avondale

Police Department, when planning the department’s approach to social media. The department accomplishes this with a blend of real news information, pop culture humor and relevant subjects. Photos poking fun of donuts and selﬁes are just some of the sillier subjects the department tackles. When the city “added” Iroh,

John Waid enjoys the time he spends with his daughter, Raegan, at Tartesso Elementary School. (Photo courtesy Tartesso Elementary School) Father...continued

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its drug-sniffing bearded dragon, the April Fool’s Day joke went viral. The department is also well known for its videos, even having taken part in the Running Man Challenge.

“A lot of times when we deal with the public, people call us because they’re having problems,” said Officer Ray Emmett. “So, we’re dealing with them on the worst day of their life or when something really bad happens. That’s when they call us. So, this is a positive way for us to interact with them, where they’re not calling us with a bad day but we’re having a positive interaction and getting information out.”

The humorous and serious social media posts are the best ways to break down the barrier between law enforcement and the public.

But while the department wants to have fun with it, this isn’t intended to obscure other important topics. Shootings, traffic collisions and natural disasters are just some of the essential information that the department would prioritize.

“It’s a way for us to control our own stories,” Armstrong said. “That when information is put out about either what is or isn’t happening with the department, we’re the ones putting that out there. It’s that actual piece of saying to the community, ‘This is what we’re doing.’ So, that trust can be there. We’re not hiding behind someone else telling what we do here and how we do it.”

The social media team consists of 12

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presentation,” said Waid, a father of three.

“I think it’s a great program to get fathers involved and be a part of their lives, especially in today’s society with all the movie stars and athletes. Fathers really are the heroes of these kids.”

volunteers from a variety of different positions within the department.

“We have lieutenants, sergeants, officers and civilian supervisors, so it’s a mix,” Armstrong said. “It is a very balanced mix of everybody in the department. You have everybody represented in there, which is kind of cool.”

The team and the chief meet monthly and have fun with it, bouncing ideas around to see what sticks.

“A lot of times what is sometimes our craziest idea is actually the idea we go with,” Armstrong said. “We almost do a free brainstorming concept where we’ll sit in the room and Chief will say, ‘OK, what ideas do you guys have?’

“The mantra of the meeting is no idea is a bad idea,” she added.

While there are many different social media platforms, Facebook is the predominant choice for the Avondale Police Department. Twitter may be the fastest way to get information to the public, but Facebook is best for engaging the community and uploading planned videos, Alt said.

In the last year alone, the department’s Facebook followers jumped from around 1,800 to more than 10,000, Armstrong said.

“We all enjoy it, and we do it because we really like where we’re working. We like our citizens. And how else to make it better than something fun to do? And if we get the opportunity to support our citizens in a different light outside of police work, why not?” Alt said.

that a positive adult male role model will have a uniquely positive impact on children’s development and educational success.

The benefits of Watch D.O.G.S. are many, Burton said. It helps reduce bullying and makes the buildings safer. Not all students are fortunate enough to have a male role model at home, so the program gives them someone to look up to at school.

He added that children should have a wider variety of role models than celebrities. Reagan loves having him around, too.

“I think it feels good because your dad is at recess and can help you with your homework.”

The Watch D.O.G.S. program began in Arkansas in 1998 and has since spread to about 6,450 schools worldwide. There are 30 participating schools in Arizona. Studies by the U.S. Department of Education found

Burton credits her faculty and community for the positive response to Watch D.O.G.S. She said she thinks it’ll make a “huge difference in the community.”

Waid praised Burton and her faculty’s work saying, “For a small school like Tartesso, it has an excellent faculty. Liz Burton has done a great job with the school and she is engaged with the students.”

The Avondale Police Department’s post about a drug-sniffing iguana went viral. (Photo courtesy Avondale Police Department)

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Combined training benefits Luke AFB, municipalities

By Airman 1st Class Caleb Worpel

56th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

The cities of Surprise, Peoria, El Mirage and members of Team Luke participated in the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) providing hands-on, realistic training.

“This is the first time we have taken multiple agencies outside the scope of the academy to assist one another with this type of training,” said Sgt. Chris Culp, El Mirage Police Department. “The training is very valuable by using the resources and networking with the other departments. Not every agency has these capabilities so teaming up with everyone makes this unique.”

The course included different segments of backing, braking, pursuit driving and high-risk stops all of which increase the survivability and safety of the agencies involved in emergency vehicle operations.

“We try to encourage our security forces members to get out and get involved with our local police officers as much as possible,” said Staff Sgt. Ryan Kneafsey, 56th SFS unit trainer. “This allows us to build upon skills we have been taught and helps us to respond to any potential situations we might encounter on base.”

The training was in late August and several other sessions are scheduled.

“Everyone benefits from this training,” Culp said. “Not only will the neighboring agencies and Luke Air Force base benefit, but the surrounding communities will as well. This training could not have been done without the cooperation of Luke Air Force Base and the local departments.”

Garcia completes cadet basic training

By West Valley View staff

Jared Garcia celebrated the completion of cadet basic training at West Point Military Academy in New York by participating in the annual acceptance day parade on August 19.

The “A-Day Parade” is one of two parades in which the entire U.S. Corps of Cadets are required to participate

Garcia has started his 47 months of studies, in which he will be majoring in mechanical engineering. During this time, he will also train and, upon graduation, he will be a fully commissioned officer in the U.S. military.

Garcia graduated from Buckeye Union High School and accepted his West Point appointment earlier this year. Garcia was part of the International Baccalaureate program at Buckeye Union.

Natural Gas Safety

natural gas lines

can be buried anywhere, even in areas where homes don’t use natural gas. So it’s important that EVERYONE knows how to recognize and respond to a natural gas leak, wherever they are.

: a distinct sulfur-like odor, similar to rotten eggs, even if it’s faint or momentary.

IF YOU SUSPECT A LEAK

• Exit the area or building immediately. Tell others to evacuate and leave doors open.

• From a safe place, call 911 and Southwest Gas at 877-860-6020, day or night, whether you’re a customer or not. A Southwest Gas representative will be there as soon as possible.

• Don’t smoke or use matches or lighters.

• Don’t turn on or off electrical switches, thermostats, or appliance controls; or do anything that could cause a spark.

• Don’t start or stop an engine, or use automated (garage) doors.

Staff Sgt. Ryan Kneafsey, 56th Security Forces Squadron unit trainer, assists with the apprehension of a suspect arrest during an exercise as part of an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course held at Luke Air Force Base on August 21. Kneafsey and 56 other SFS members participated in different segments of vehicle backing, braking, pursuit driving and high-risk stops.

(U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Caleb Worpel)

Jared Garcia is a 2017 Buckeye Union High School graduate. (Photo courtesy Steven Garcia)

Fundraising opportunity at Halloween Carnival

By West Valley View staff

The city of Buckeye is encouraging nonprofits to raise funds through its 77th annual Halloween Carnival, set for 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, October 28, at Earl Edgar Recreational Facility.

This fun family event is a great fundraising opportunity for any local nonprofit organization, group, club or school willing to participate by operating a Halloween-themed carnival game, booth or food option.

Applications are available on the city’s website and must be submitted by October 13. Space is limited. Earl Edgar Recreational Facility is located at 500 S. Miller Road, Buckeye. Interested parties can also contact Jessica Thompson at 623-3496613 or jthompson@buckeyeaz.gov for an application. More details on the Halloween Carnival can be found at buckeyeaz.gov/events.

Start vacation plans in Buckeye

By West Valley View staff

It’s never too early to make vacation plans, especially if a passport is required to reach your destination.

Buckeye’s Human Resources Department is an authorized Passport Acceptance Facility and offers all the services required for international travel at city hall, including photographs.

To apply for a passport, residents will need a completed application (available at city hall or online);

an original or certified copy of the applicant’s birth certificate, original certificate of naturalization or expired passport; and a current photo ID.

No appointments are necessary.

Passport hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Wednesday; and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday.

For more information, such as fees and requirements for minors, visit buckeyeaz.gov/get-a-passport/.

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Buckeye changes battery disposal program

By West Valley View staff

The city of Buckeye is no longer providing battery drop-off containers at its facilities.

Officials have found that transporting these batteries has resulted in hazardous fires in city vehicles, trash trucks and the landfill.

Anyone with batteries that need to be disposed of right away should call to schedule a drop-off time at 623-3496802 or 623-349-6805.

Most batteries can be disposed of in the trash. If residents are in doubt, they should tape the ends with clear tape, store in a plastic container in a cool dry place and bring to a drop-off location for proper disposal.

The standard alkaline AA, AAA, C and D batteries do not contain metals that are hazardous to the environment. Tape the ends with clear tape and dispose of in the trash.

Nickel-zinc batteries, which are rechargeable, do not contain metals that are considered hazardous to the environment. Tape the ends with clear tape and dispose of in the trash.

Lead-acid batteries’ ends should be covered with nonconductive tape (electrical tape or clear tape) and brought to a drop-off location.

Nickel cadmium and nickel metal hydride batteries’ ends should be

covered with clear tape and brought to a drop-off location.

Lithium ion and lithium polymer batteries are temperature sensitive. Tape the ends with clear tape, store in a cool place, and bring to a metal recycler or to a drop-off location

Button batteries’ ends should be covered with clear tape and brought to a drop-off location.

All batteries 9-volts and higher should have their ends taped and brought to a drop-off location.

Drop-off locations include:

• Lowe’s – Collection area is at the front door for rechargeable batteries (also compact fluorescent lights)

• Auto Zone and Walmart automotive –lead acid batteries (automotive batteries)

Buckeye Public Works is located at 23454 W. MC Hwy 85. Call 623349-6802 or 623-349-6805 for more information or to schedule a drop off of household hazardous waste.

Buckeye police recruiting for Citizens Academy

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Don’t let the sunny skies outshine your beauty; choose ThreeForMe laser treatments to get your own glow.

The Buckeye Police Department is seeking folks who have a vested interest in the city to participate in its Citizens Academy.

The program, which gives residents an insider’s look at the department, is held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays from September 5 to October 10 at the Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye.

Police Chief Larry Hall said the Citizens Academy, founded in 2010, provides information about how the department and the public can work together to reduce crime.

It offers detailed information on police procedures like patrol,

criminal investigations, school resource officer program, K-9 unit, traffic investigations, SWAT team logistics, code enforcement, department volunteer and police services program.

Citizens interested in volunteer opportunities are encouraged to attend the academy.

Applications are available at the police department north station at 21699 W. Yuma Road; the south station at 100 N. Apache Road; or the Coyote Branch Library.

For more information, contact neighborhood services at 623-271-1959 or dmcwilliams@buckeyeaz.gov.

Litchfield Park Museum returns to regular hours

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

The Litchfield Park Museum has reverted to its regular hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Friday.

Group tours are available by appointment at the museum, located at 13912 W. Camelback Road. Admission and parking are free.

The museum is run by the Litchfield Park Historical Society, which opened the facility in October 2012 in “Aunt Mary’s House.” The building is part of the Ranch La Loma estate built by Paul Weeks Litchfield, the city’s namesake.

Avondale launches yearround reading program

By West Valley View staff

The Avondale Public Libraries’ summer reading program may have ended for the season, but the reading continues.

The success of the annual Avondale Summer Reading Program inspired READ! 365, which began the week of August 28.

“The summer break gives us an opportunity to ‘graduate’ school children to the next level and start fresh with revamped challenges and badges for all ages,” said Ava Gutwein, Avondale Libraries manager.

Anyone can sign up online at avondalelibrary/readsquared.com or visit either of the two Avondale libraries. There are two branches, Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library (495 E. Western Avenue) and Avondale Civic Center Library (11350 W. Civic Center Drive).

Two rooms house semipermanent exhibits relating to Litchfield Park’s early days. Two rooms house semi-annual changing exhibits allowing staff to display many artifacts. The archives boast more than 4,000 items, such as logs, photos, letters, records, films and over 175 historical interviews.

The program is free and open to all ages. Participants can earn “badges” to redeem books and prizes by reading, attending events or participating in “community experience.” Each age group has special challenges to meet. In addition to completing a reading list, participants can visit parks, free library or city events, or special lectures or programs. Those who complete the challenge will earn an accomplishment badge.

For more information, call 623-5354414, or visit http://lphsmuseum.org/.

READ! 365 runs through June 1. The Avondale Public Library participates in the Maricopa County Reads Summer Reading Program, which runs June through July.

n POLICE BRIEFS

By West Valley View staff

Seeking help in Waddell

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying those who vandalized cars in Waddell’s Cortessa Community on August 28.

Deputies responded to several cars with smashed windows and slashed tires at 5 a.m. The MSCO is looking for witnesses in the Cortessa and White Tanks Foothills neighborhoods, north and south of an area bounded by 180th and 186th avenues. Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with residents who had security cameras operating from 1 to 4 a.m.

The MCSO’s number is 602-8761011.

Fire departments come together for rescue

A 30-year-old female hiker was rescued from Skyline Park, 2600 N. Watson Road, Buckeye, August 23 after she was lost around Quartz Mine

READ! 365 is an initiative that aligns with the city’s recent 2017 All-America City Award. Avondale was recently named an All-America City, an honor bestowed on just 15 communities around the country who have demonstrated civic engagement by helping young children achieve grade-level reading proficiency and early school success.

For more information about the Avondale Library, visit avondalelibrary.org.

Trail with little water, according to Capt. Tommy Taylor with the Buckeye Fire Department.

Technical rescue teams from Buckeye, Phoenix and Peoria helped with the incident. The command staff contacted her via cellphone, and she said she could meet the recon team. She eventually fell ill, so the Buckeye team deployed the “big wheel” stokes basket and transported her from the mountain.

The woman was treated for heatrelated illness but did not require a hospital visit.

Hit-and-run suspect sought

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is still looking for a driver who killed a man on Dysart Road, just south of Camelback Road, around 4 a.m. August 18.

The victim, a black male in his 60s, was found in the northbound lane.

Witnesses are asked to call the MSCO at 602-876-1011.

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Texas ﬂooding prompts call for blood donors

By West Valley View staff

Hurricane Harvey and its associated flooding are impacting the nation’s blood supply. The AABB Interorganizational Task Force on Domestic Disasters and Acts of Terrorism is urging eligible donors across the country to give blood as soon as possible to help ensure patient blood needs can be met.

To donate at any United Blood Services donor center or blood drive in Arizona, visit www.BloodHero. com or call 1-877-UBS-HERO (1-877827-4376). An Arizona donor center is at 14270 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear.

In the wake of the storm, many blood drives have been canceled and donor centers closed in the affected areas. United Blood Services needs the community’s help to ensure a safe and adequate supply.

Appointments are recommended

to enable United Blood Services to effectively manage the blood supply, as well as the number of donors.

Individuals who are as young as 16 years of age (with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in general good health may be eligible to donate blood.

As part of Blood Systems Blood Services Division, United Blood Services is part of a multistate system of blood centers. This network works in tandem moving lifesaving donations throughout the system to help ensure blood is available when and where it’s needed most.

Triathlon helps kids fight obesity

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

When Jeffrey Gill returned home from deployment in Germany, he noticed one thing: the problem with obesity among children.

“When I got out of the army and became a lawyer, I wanted to give back to society,” he said. “One thing that really shocked me after living in Europe for three years was the problem of childhood obesity in America.”

So he founded a children’s triathlon to introduce children to four sports: triathlon, swimming, running and bicycling.

The Verrado Kids Tri is set for Saturday, September 16, at The Center on Main, 4239 N. Village Street, Buckeye. It started in Estrella, but he relocated the event to Verrado when he moved there.

“The event was developed and is targeted for kids ages 4 to 16,” Gill said. “They can comfortably come from any sport or background and complete a triathlon. The different distances are

all extremely manageable, but they’ll challenge the kids.”

The race fee is $32.50, which includes race and sign-up fees. Proceeds go to local schools. To register, visit trisignup.com before 5 p.m. Thursday, September 14. Participants will receive a swag bag with healthy snacks, water at the finish line and finishers’ medals.

“I want to show kids that anything is possible,” said Gill, who has two children, ages 11 and 12. They participate in triathlons as well.

“There are some kids who are hurting, but you bring them in and support them. Just like life, endurance sports is 90 percent mental. As long as you work hard don’t give up, they’ll be amazed at the progress they make. They say, ‘I never thought I could do this. Thank you.’ It’s the best thing I’ve ever done. It’s great to see them cross the finish line and get a metal.”

OUR READERS’ VIEWPOINTS

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

A monument? No thanks

Editor:

I was thinking I was going to write a letter to the editor in regard to Mr. Posner and Mr. Azzurello, but Ms. Rivas now has included me in the same category!

The way I see it, Mr. Posner is all about facts! OK, that’s fine. Mr. Azzurello is all about ideals! This is OK, too. My guess is that Gordon is a Democrat and Ray is a Republican. In my youth, I was a Democrat, though with Clinton in, I changed to a Republican.

Here in my senior years, a young lady has included me in with Gordon and Ray. I’m not sure whether I’m being honored or degraded? The Sierra Estrellas are just beautiful the way they are! We don’t need our faces on them nor anyone else’s.

My first graduation was from Liberty Elementary School, then Buckeye Union High School. This was followed by graduation from Glendale Community College, then on to ASU with a graduation. Because of the administrations where I taught, I have 38 hours beyond my BA, but no MA.

Ms. Rivas, my guess is that you are about 13 years younger than my youngest son. This doesn’t mean you aren’t sharp. It just means you don’t have as much life experiences as someone who is twice your age – or more.

Bernard Oviatt Salome

Opposition in Washington

Editor:

Watching the events unfolding over the past eight months – basically our newly elected president versus most of the Washington elite – makes you stop and wonder just why he is being met with so much opposition. His own party refuses to go along with the policies that both he and most of them ran on in recent elections. Then remember his promise to “drain the swamp.” Well, most of these politicians are the swamp and they are not planning to go anywhere.

When our former congressman Matt Salmon was interviewed on a local radio program shortly before he resigned, he was asked how many in Congress had the best interests of the public in mind, as opposed to their

own best interests. He replied, “About 2 percent.” So, in his opinion, about 10 members throughout the House and Senate really give a hoot about the American people. These people don’t want outsiders playing in their sandbox because, instead of being filled with sand, it’s full of money, money supplied by lobbyists. I have no interest in trying to verify the number, but some time ago, I read that lobbyists spend about $9 billion in Washington each year. Tempting. I could go on and on, like many others who contribute to the West Valley View, but because this is my first, I’ll end it here.

Gary Byrne Avondale

School tales

Editor:

Liberty School District and the True Story of the Three Little Pigs: This story remarkably reminds us that there are always several sides to a story. While we all think the three little pigs were innocent in the matter, this story opens your eyes to the truth or, as the wolf says, “I was framed.”

As a past teacher serving the last 14 years in the district, I feel it is time to hear from a side you never get to hear from: the teachers. And why, you ask? Board policy prohibits it, and if you are brave enough and dare to speak up, you are slapped with the catch-all “unprofessional conduct” letter.

When I look at what is going on between Dr. Rogers and the community members he refers to as a “special interest group,” it is clear something’s not right. Who knows where Mrs. Larson’s bread is buttered (“Communicate to solve problems,” August 16)? She seems to be the only one who has come forward in support of Dr. Rogers, outside his letter of support from the board that he wrote himself, and Principal Sharon Marine, who also knows the mutual feeling of returned favors in the form of unfair educational spending on her IB program.

This school’s enrollment has declined consistently over the years. Still, Dr. Rogers placed seven additional teachers there, spends $30,000 to IB to secure the elite program title, paid $20,000 for two teachers to coordinate the programming on top of their salaries, and funded two Spanish teachers required by IB, which gives

their teachers extra prep time that no other teachers get. No other campus in the district receives the same kind of funding. Board members have requested a breakdown of spending school by school, but Dr. Rogers has yet to deliver this request. When and if it is provided it will be easy to see that we are not doing “great work for all kids,” only some kids.

Mrs. Larson speaks of the need for communication and states that people are being bullied, ridiculed and threatened. I will 100 percent agree with her. Dr. Rogers is doing that and has for many years. I can count seven principals in the last 10 years who have been pushed until they break and resign because of his bullying tactics. I have lost count of the number of teachers he has done the same to. As matter of fact, I am one of them. He is right when he told the media that he has “never fired anyone.” How many have you run out? That is the question that needs to be asked.

So, what has stoked these concerned people to come forward many wonder?

I will tell you, they want what Dr. Rogers has promised: “a world-class education for each and every student, regardless of their circumstances.” They have tried to communicate with no resolve and their children continue to be harmed because he ignores law that is set forth to protect their children.

This law is what began my troubles with the superintendent. I am a whistleblower because for years I have watched this group of students be slighted and have gone unserved according to ARS 15-779. I have done my due diligence to report this to my superiors and, ultimately,

Dr. Rogers, who has the control and authority to do something about it with no resolve. So, yes, they have every right to question his “character, professional reputation, decision making and his motives” because it has hurt children for years.

This newly appointed board member is up there doing her job for the people. She is asking the hard questions others have rubber-stamped. Just to be clear, many of the members of the board have been appointed, but appointed by Dr. Rogers. This is the first time in a long time that a county superintendent has done their job to interview and select the best fit candidate. So, in conclusion, Mrs. Larson, this all could have been solved at every level with communication and transparency of the superintendent and I also believe you are correct in stating “the Liberty School District would be very different without Andy Rogers leading it.” As a matter of fact, it would be amazing, because no one would live in fear to speak up for what is right for all students without the fear of being bullied.

Connie Crowley Buckeye

Sure it’s hot in Arizona, but in Florida, it’s nasty wet hot

By David Leibowitz

KEY WEST, FLORIDA –Economists like to chatter in eggheaded ways about something they call “the misery index,” which combines the unemployment rate and inﬂation to rank how Joe Bagodonuts is doing walletwise. Me, I prefer to measure misery in terms of weather – as in, exactly what constitutes the most miserable weather conditions known to man?

Hint: It is not a dry heat, people. Sure, all week the Valley felt like camping inside the 900-degree oven at your nearest Capitol Grille. Record desert heat does rank high on the misery index – like somewhere between listening to an entire Justin Bieber song and eating a bad clam –but it still isn’t the worst possible state to support human life as we know it. That miserable title belongs to the fetid, muggy hell that is Florida.

Why, you ask? Because humidity, that’s why.

The word “humidity” actually derives from the French term “humide,” which, loosely translated, means “yoo meaned people actually live in the

middle of dis?” And the answer ought to be a resounding “No!,” at least where I am concerned, except that back in the late 1970s my dear mom and dad decided that life in a swamp would be preferable to living in the concrete environs of Queens. Since they have never left south Florida, a Father’s Day trip home means a solid week of humidity and a tsunami of sweat.

You never how much you miss the fourthdegree burns caused by black leather car seats on a 117-degree afternoon until you venture outside to fetch dad’s Miami Herald when it’s 86 degrees accompanied by 90 percent humidity.

during an ill-advised attempt at a round of golf down here. The best shot I hit? A low line drive at a four-foot-long green iguana that looked ready to steal my cart. Seriously, when a mosquito lands on your ball, glances up and says, “I think this putt breaks about a foot left,” it’s time to call it a day.

Except, alas, I kept finding reasons to go outside into the oppressive Florida afternoon, not unlike the Democrats recounting the electoral votes from back in November and hoping for a different result this time.

Nope, Trump is still president. And Florida is still Hell – except that Hell probably has better drivers.

Apparently, many Earth species besides Homo sapiens thrive in humidity, at least judging by the size of Florida’s iguanas, cockroaches and mosquitos, all of which I experienced

Besides, it was time for a boys’ trip down to the Keys, where a group of my best buddies gather annually to argue about Florida State football in conditions reminiscent of a sweat lodge. Mostly, I entertained myself by changing my shirt and Jockey shorts hourly and monitoring my Facebook feed to see who back home would post the picture of the hottest car thermometer. The Germans have a concept known as schadenfreude – taking joy in the misfortune of others – that perfectly explains my sudden obsession with the Phoenix heat.

The moral here? Sure, Arizona broke all sorts of weather records over the past few days. Epic heat can be dangerous, and it has the capacity to make you very miserable. But I will take roasting on a 122-degree afternoon any time versus needing to be wrung out like a dishrag after enduring an hour of Florida weather that feels like the steam room at LA Fitness.

Just remember, friends, as annoying as it is to hear someone say, “But it’s a dry heat,” no human being ever has announced with a glorious grin and a song in his heart, “Hey, at least it’s a wet heat!”

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

Leibowitz. (Photo courtesy Advisor Group)

Business Briefcase

By Connor Dziawura

Hello, everyone, and welcome to another week of Business Briefcase. Summer is approaching its end and fall is nearly upon us, so plenty of announcements are coming your way in the business world. Whether it is a new business or important city plans, or from Halloween events to business seminars, it is likely business owners and West Valley residents can ﬁnd something worthwhile approaching in the coming months.

Marketplace Collaborative , a new indoor farmers market , celebrated its grand opening on August 26. The market, located at 13735 W. Auto Drive, Suite 112, Goodyear, is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. The indoor venue provides a great way for Valley residents to support their local businesses and stay out of the sun. For more information, or to become a vendor, visit marketplacecollaborative. com/market.

Buckeye’s Economic Development Department is looking for residents to participate in a survey. The questionnaire, which can be found at BuckeyeAZ.gov, will allow participants to voice their opinions on the city’s needs for future businesses and services. Participants can also enter a drawing, where three winners will be awarded a $50 gift certiﬁcate to a Buckeye retailer.

The city of Goodyear released its Dollars & SENSE Fiscal

Management and Priorities 20172018 pamphlet. Noting its recognition by the U.S. Census Bureau as the 14th fastest-growing city in the country, Goodyear shows it is facing moderate overall revenue growth and has accomplished many feats in the past ﬁscal year. One new goal for 201718 is to implement a new ﬁnancial system. This will provide more online access for services for residents, as well as more transparency. The city also wants to create incentives to attract more businesses to the area.

The Cleveland Indians are planning an expansion of the Goodyear Ballpark, the cost of which will not affect the city. Changes to Goodyear Branch Library hours, InFocus magazine scheduling and city recreation are just some of the other planned changes in the upcoming year. The full issue can be found at GoodyearAZ.gov.

AT&T recently upgraded 12 cell towers in the Southwest Valley as part of its continued effort to improve service for customers. The newly upgraded 4G LTE towers span Goodyear, Buckeye, Avondale, Tolleson and Litchﬁeld Park. This upgrade aims to give customers faster speeds for many uses, including social media and network connectivity. This follows $425 million in investments by AT&T in Phoenix networks between 2014 and 2016.

Cardinal Glass is nearing

completion on its construction of a new manufacturing facility . Located at Southern and Apache in Buckeye, the facility is approximately 300,000 square feet, with plans to employ a minimum of 100 workers. Upon the facility’s launch, Cardinal Glass will hold a grand opening ceremony at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 21.

The Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce will host Business & Breakfast from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 26, at Estrella Mountain Community College’s Estrella Conference Center. Featuring speaker Daniel Cruz, executive director and founder of Biltmore Media, this seminar and breakfast is a great way for local businesses to get the scoop on strengthening their presence on social media and other internet platforms. The Haymaker Restaurant Company will provide breakfast. Cost of entry is $20 for chamber members and guests, as well as $30 for nonmembers, but as seating is limited, pre-registration is required.

The city of Buckeye is running a Catalyst Program, a machine grant program that allows the city to offer up to $25,000 toward improvements for local businesses. Paint, landscaping and other structural or superﬁcial improvements are just some of the recommended uses of the money given to selected businesses. The annual

program has aided 25 businesses since it was founded four years ago. This year’s edition just recently opened, with a deadline of mid-October.

And last, but surely not least, The Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold A Boo!tiful Night at the Chamber from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, October 26. This annual event is a family-friendly affair and will feature a variety of chamber members and local businesses. The chamber is expecting between 250 to 300 guests, so be sure to get involved, wear a costume and bring plenty of candy. Table space is free and the event allows members to get their business out there and have fun. The Southwest Valley chamber is located at 289 Litchﬁeld Road, Goodyear.

We’re closing the briefcase for this week. Catch you next week. Thanks for reading!

Dentist Forrest Noelck follows in father’s footsteps

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

When Forrest Noelck was a child, he visited his father at his dental ofﬁce.

“Take Your Child to Work Day” was so important to Alan Noelck that he would have a catered lunch and interesting cases.

“I thought that was how it was every day in the ofﬁce,” Noelck said with a laugh. “That was the only exposure I had to it for a while. I would pop in for those and go as a patient, of course. I never thought about being a dentist.”

That changed his sophomore year at ASU when he went on a hike with his dad.

“I asked him one time, ‘What do you like about being a dentist?’” said the 27-year-old alumnus of Westview High School in Avondale. “He talked to me for a little bit, and what his day-to-day was like. I asked him about how he keeps up with changing trends in dentistry.”

Noelck was convinced that he had to follow in his father’s footsteps. After schooling and a handful of residencies, he joined his dad’s practice on July 31.

tice residency at the VA.

“With that, I got a lot of experience across all aspects of dentistry,” Noelck said.

Working at the community clinics and the VA gave him the experience and conﬁdence he needed to join his father’s practice. He admitted that he felt uncomfortable going straight from dental school to the Litchﬁeld Park practice.

Noelck likes the importance that his father and his staff place on patients. They take the time to get to know clients and what they want.

“They aren’t trying to push through as many patients as they can,” he said. “Their big focus is on the patient.”

The staff works well with patients who are afraid of dentists.

“It’s been a long time coming, but something I never thought would happen,” he said.

The journey to his father’s dental practice is an interesting one. He moved to Colorado for dental school, based on his love of hiking and skiing.

While there, he worked for a variety of community clinics before heading to Portland, Oregon, for a general prac-

“It entirely about trying to make the patient feel comfortable,” he said. “They don’t rush the patient in, see them and get started. For the first five to 10 minutes, we talk to them, find out where they’re from, why they’re here and what makes them click as a person.

“That generally relaxes them a little bit. It’s a very close relationship, I guess, when you work in someone’s mouth. If they don’t feel comfortable and it’s going to be an awkward situation for them.”

To do so, he recalls his experiences in college visiting Guatemala to provide services to banana plantation workers.

“There were children,” he said. “It

was a very cool experience to be able to do that and to work in a different environment. In the States, you’re working in a nice, air-conditioned, controlled environment. There we were working in a room without air conditioning. There were a lot of fans going. It’s pretty hot and humid in Guatemala.

“I was sweating and trying to treat kids who have never had any dental work done. It was stressful but incredible, and it expanded my experience in dentistry. That taught me how to calm patients.”

Alan Noelck and Forrest Noelck, DDS 551 E. Plaza Circle Suite C Litchﬁeld Park 623-935-1155

Forrest Noelck worked in Guatemala on children who had never seen a dentist. (West Valley View photo by Tim Sealy)

New Verrado golf coach brings plenty of experience

By Casey Pritchard

Danny Gamboa may be new to coaching at Verrado, but he has experience to back him up.

Gamboa, the Vipers’ new boys golf coach, led high school varsity basketball, football and golf teams in El Paso, Texas, from 1997 to 2008. Now, he’s dedicated to sending a promising group of Verrado athletes to the state tournament.

“I’m extremely excited. That’s why I took the job,” said Gamboa, who teaches Spanish at Verrado. “The only thing that was a drawback was we didn’t have enough golfers. We had eight, and three were returning. Now, I have 22 golfers, which is great.”

Gamboa said he doesn’t know exactly why so many golfers decided to join the team this year, but his three years of teaching at Verrado, as well as his job as head coordinator for Excel Youth Sports in Verrado, might have something to do with it.

“Some of these kids, I’ve coached since they were 6, 7 years old, because I’ve been in the community,” Gamboa said. “I try to make it fun for them, especially golf. I think the kids are excited about joining. I told them, as long as you try hard, you’re here at practice, you respect the course and you’re passing your classes, you’re going to be OK.”

Of the 22 golfers, only six or seven have played before, Gamboa said. Even though most are new to the sport, Gamboa said he just needs time to help them improve.

“We have some good kids at Verrado,” Gamboa said. “They want to learn, and they’re willing to put in the time. With golf, what you put in is what you get. I can help you, and the rest is on your own: work on hitting the ball, and before you know it, you

won’t have to look where the ball goes, you feel where the ball goes.”

Verrado had two players make the Division II state tournament last year, but one graduated. The returner is senior Brennan White, who will be the Vipers’ No. 1 player. He shot a 74-78 –152, tying for 24th at state last year.

“Brennan White is going to be our leader,” Gamboa said. “He’s a scratch golfer, and he’s playing some good ball right now. “He’s willing to learn, he listens. It’s good when they’re confident, but willing to learn.”

Cade Seymour is a returning sophomore and is in a battle with Chaz Hunter for the No. 2 spot on the team. Seymour’s confidence is the biggest thing Gamboa is trying to work on.

“I think sometimes he gets flustered,” Gamboa said. “His strength, I would say, is not tenacity, but persistence … he’s not going to quit. That’s golf, one day you have it, one day you don’t. He’s just got to work on his consistency.”

Hunter’s strength is that he doesn’t get rattled.

“He’s very relaxed,” Gamboa said. “He reminds me of a perfect golfer. He doesn’t let anything bother him and just goes out and has fun.”

The Vipers’ No. 4 golfer is Zachary Frye. He shot 39 at one of the Vipers’ first matches.

“That’s pretty good for a freshman,” Gamboa said. “I look to getting some strokes down for him, and we can get him to where Brennan is at.”

One thing Gamboa has emphasized

with his golfers is the importance of focusing on every single shot during the round.

“I tell the new kids, every shot, it’s like two seconds left in a basketball game and you’re at the free throw line, you’re going to hit the game winner,” Gamboa said. “Every shot is that hard. The best I ever shot, I still never felt like I mastered the game. Some days you’re on, some days you’re off.”

Gamboa’s goal for the Vipers this year is to finish better than last year, which would be getting the team to the state tournament. Verrado didn’t qualify for state as a team last year, marking the first time since 2012 that didn’t happen. The Vipers were sixth at state in both 2014 and 2015.

“It’s a smaller goal, I didn’t want to get it too high, but I want everybody to improve and I think if we have five strong, I think we can take it to state,” Gamboa said.

Verrado golfer Cade Seymour practices August 28 before their match Tuesday against Youngker. (West Valley View photo by Ray Thomas)

Verrado boys golf coach Danny Gamboa. (West Valley View photo by Ray Thomas)

BOYS GOLF

Millennium eyes state title with strong returning group

By Casey Pritchard

The Millennium girls golf team had its shot at a state title denied by inclement weather in last year’s Division I tournament. With a strong crop of returning players, the Lady Tigers are ready to give it another chance.

Four of the five players who competed at the 2016 state tournament are back, and all four finished in the top 13 individuals at state. All four might have finished even higher had rain and lightning not washed away the remainder of the second day of competition. Millennium’s players started their round and were playing well, but once the rains hit, the tournament was halted and final standings reverted to the first day of competition.

Laveen. “Most people still get in two days, even if you have to go back the next day, and I think if that happens again, I’ll fight for that, because it changed some of my girls from the top 10.”

Millennium’s players were scoring well at the start of their second round, but because not everybody was able to complete 18 holes, nothing counted.

GIRLS GOLF

“The second day was going better for them, and they were in the top 10, then they went back to everything from the first day, so it moved some kids around,” Turrell said.

She described the storm as having multiple lightning strikes and slanted rain.

“It was terrible,” said Millennium coach Vicki Turrell of the weather November 3 at Aguila Golf Course in

“Everybody just wanted to be done,” Turrell said. “I would probably fight for my girls and say we need to come back, or we should wait it out, whatever

we needed to do to finish it out. Who knows what could have happened? Golf can change pretty quickly.”

Despite the tournament ending prematurely amidst the Lady Tigers’ strong Day 2 start, Millennium finished third as a team. Ava Smith, who is now a junior, tied for eighth by shooting 77. Madeleine Laux shot 77, too. Smith is no longer on the team.

Mikayla Sgrillo and Carly Strole both shot 79 to tie for 13th place. They are both sophomores. All told, Millennium had five players at state last year, three freshmen and two sophomores. One of the state contenders did not return this year, but Turrell has a senior, Ashley Hill, who’s played all four seasons at Millennium and will be in the top five this year.

Playing at No. 1 for the Lady Tigers is Laux, but the top four are so strong that there’s always a battle for that spot, Turrell said. In fact, she’s going to play different girls at No. 1 all season so they all get the feel of competing against strong opponents.

“You sometimes play better when you’re playing with the 1, 2 and 3s, so I want to give them all the opportunity to be in those spots and play with better golfers,” Turrell said.

Millennium’s season is underway, and the Lady Tigers had a sneak preview of the state tournament course August 25 and August 26 while playing in the Nighthawk Invitational. The event, which is hosted by Tucson Ironwood

Ridge, was played at Omni Tucson National, which is the same place the state tournament will be this year.

“I think it’s huge,” Turrell said of getting to play the state tournament course prior to state. “If you know a little bit of the layout, it always helps to know the next shot, or what you did last time maybe didn’t work as well. Because they don’t get like the pros do where they get to have a practice round before they play. We don’t get that opportunity, so it’s nice to always see as much as you can and be out there on the course.”

Turrell said a couple of her players have already played Omni Tucson National before during junior golf, but this will give everyone on the team an opportunity to see the course.

“Some of my kids write notes, some of them just do mental notes,” Turrell said. “A majority of them reflect on their round after the round.”

Turrell said she hopes the experience will pay dividends come state tournament time. She even scheduled matches against tough schools in the division to allow her girls to face some of the better players in the state.

“We’ll see Phoenix Xavier and Chandler Hamilton,” Turrell said. “That’s nice as well so my kids aren’t nervous when we see them (at state).”

The state tournament is October 30 and October 31. Millennium’s next match is September 11 at Legend Golf Resort at Arrowhead in Glendale.

The Millennium girls golf team plays September 11 at Legend Golf Resort in Glendale against Anthem Boulder Creek and Glendale Mountain Ridge. Millennium’s team is, top row from left, Mikayla Sgrillo, Ashley Hill, Milan Wadley and Maddie Laux. Bottom row, from left, are Caitlyn Schmidt, Carly Strole, Bre Prochko and Abbie Werner. (West Valley View photo by Tim Sealy)

Thursday

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

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

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

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

SEPTEMBER

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Come & Play with Me

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

Digital Drop-In

Drop in between 1 and 2 p.m. to learn how to use tablets or e-readers and borrow library

eBooks at Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

The Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, holds an interactive program for kids interested in science, technology, engineering, art and math from 2 to 3 p.m. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Teen Volunteer Days (Ages 12-18)

Teens looking to meet new friends and volunteer for school credit can meet at the Avondale Civic Center Library’s Volunteer Days from 3 to 5 p.m. at 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Lunch & Bunco

Come down to the Goodyear Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch, Bunco and prizes. The cost is $15. Registration is required. For information, call 623-882-7525.

Al-Anon Stepping Stones

The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Al-Anon seeks to support the friends and families of alcoholics. For information, call 623-882-0721.

CrossFit Fury

at Fitness in the Park Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that provides a park where children can play while parents exercise. Thursday will feature cardio, weightlifting and core training from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Crazy 8s

Litchﬁeld Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard invites kids in grades K-2 to join a math program from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. The season will run for seven weeks. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Weight Watchers

Weight Watchers meets weekly with those struggling with weight or looking for some extra support. Come from 8:30 a.m. to noon at The Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 918 S. Litchﬁeld Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.

3-2-1 Blast Off (Ages 2-6)

Sing, play, read and create rockets at 11:15 a.m. for the kick-off of storytime season with Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. The ﬁrst 25 children will receive a free book to take home. For information, call 623-333-2601. Festival Ranch Park Bookmobile

The Bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 26252 W. Desert

Vista Boulevard, Buckeye, from 1 to 4 p.m. Visitors can get library cards and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Quilters

Come down to Skyway Church at 14900 W. Van Buren Street, Goodyear, to spend time with friends making quilts for people in need, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 623-935-4858.

Friday

Van Buren Street and helps improve children’s reading skills as well as conﬁdence. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Venomous Creatures Hike

Learn about snakes, Gila monsters, scorpions and more during a guided hike from 6 to 7 p.m. at Skyline Park, 2600 N. Watson Road, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6621.

Sunday

Ignite Yoga at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that provides a park where children can play while parents exercise. Monday will feature yogic postures, alignment and breathing from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

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Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Estrella Mountain Church, 10485 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767.

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Nasa, Meteors, and the ORIS REX

NASA ambassador Linneth A. Lopez will cover the ORIS REX spaceship’s progress in tracking meteor Benu at 2 p.m. at Litchﬁeld Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Soulful Expressions Open Mic Night (Ages 13+)

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive invites poets, comedians and musicians to share their art with others from 5 to 7 p.m. Arrive at 4:30 p.m. to sign up for a performance slot. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Paws for Reading

Preschoolers and school-age children can visit Goodyear Branch Library with a parent to practice reading with a registered therapy dog. The Paws for Reading program starts at 2 p.m. at 14455 W.

Sea Lions at Shipwreck Cove

Come see an educational show starring California Sea Lions and skilled trainers at 11:30 a.m. in a pirate-themed exhibit at Wildlife World Zoo, 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchﬁeld Park. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.

Contemplative Prayer & Meditation

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 Old Litchﬁeld Road, Litchﬁeld Park, invites those interested in meditation to join them on Sundays from 5 to 6 p.m. All faiths are welcome. For information, call 623-935-3279.

Patriotic Day

Join the American Legion Post 53 in honoring ﬁrst responders, veterans and active duty military. Come down to 402 E. Narramore Avenue, Buckeye, to enjoy food, crafts and family games from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information, call 623-693-8624.

Crafternoons

The Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street is hosting an afternoon of crafts for children 6 and older from 2 to 3 p.m. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Monday

Toddler Time

Help prepare children ages 2-3 for reading through music, books, games and more from 11:15 a.m. to noon at the Litchﬁeld Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Craft it Up

Join fellow crafters in this needlework/knitting/crochet group at 11 a.m. and work on projects at Sam Garcia Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. Be sure to bring materials and a coffee mug. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Babies & Books

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

EON Business Meet-up

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

Hope

Stop by Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Classroom C at 918 S. Litchﬁeld Road, Goodyear, for the Hope support group from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The goal of the group is to provide help for those struggling with any mental disorder by sharing experiences and supporting others. For information, call 480-994-4407.

Teen Leadership Club

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

Goodyear City Council Regular Meeting

The Goodyear City Council meets at 6 p.m. in the Goodyear Justice Center, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-932-3910.

Avondale City Council Meeting

Avondale City Council meets at 7

p.m. in the Avondale Council Chambers, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-1000.

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information, call 623-386-2727.

wam Boulevard invites kids ages 1116 to learn or practice their chess moves from 4 to 5 p.m. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Avondale Elementary School District No. 44 Board Meeting

Bingo

The American Legion Post No. 61 hosts bingo each Tuesday night starting at 6:45. These bingo nights have 17 games including Quickie, Early Bird, Double Action and a $1,000 progressive game. Come down to 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, to support the area’s youth and veterans. For information, call 623-932-4960.

Tolleson City Council Meeting

Tolleson City Council will meet at 6 p.m. at Tolleson City Hall, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-7117.

Buckeye Business Connection

Buckeye Chamber hosts the Buckeye Business Connection every Tuesday from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. at the Chamber ofﬁce located at 508 E. Monroe Avenue. This group serves coffee and a light breakfast and networks with business members in the community. Each week, there will also be a different guest speaker. For

AASK (Aid to Adoption of Special Kids) Information Session

Learn about AASK’s programs mentoring, foster care, adoption and sibling connection at 6:30 p.m. at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. This informational meeting will teach you about the process of becoming involved in the life of a child. For information, call 602-652-3000.

PiYo at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that provides a park where children can play while parents exercise. Tuesday will feature Pilates and yoga from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Chess Club for Tweens & Teens

Are you a chess wiz? The Litchﬁeld Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wig-

United Way Storytime (Ages 0-6)

Children can sing, listen to stories and craft at 1 p.m. at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. The ﬁrst 25 children will receive a free book to take home. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Teen Volunteer Tuesdays (Ages 13-18)

Teens looking to serve their community and volunteer for school credit can meet at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library’s Volunteer Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2602.

West Valley Rock and Mineral Club

Join Rock Club meetings on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post No. 53, 402 E. Narramore Avenue, Buckeye. For more information, call 623-208-3230.

Avondale Elementary School District will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Dr. Frances Ybarra Amabisca Governing Board Room, 295 W. Western Avenue. For information, call 623-772-5000.

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learning program. This program runs from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays at the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

low crafters and work on crochet, knitting or sewing projects. Come by the Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to join. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Preschool Time

POUND at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that provides a park where children can play while parents exercise. Wednesday will feature a fast-paced workout with drumsticks from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Tabletop

Gaming for Tweens & Teens

Bring a friend for fun games like Dutch Blitz, Set and Bananagrams at 3:30 p.m. at the Litchﬁeld Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

More to Explore

Kids ages 6 to 12 can build structures, experiment, play games and make crafts at this interactive

Needle & Thread

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

Teen Volunteer Days (Ages 12-18)

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Help prepare preschoolers for reading through music, books, games and crafts from 10:15 to 11 a.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Family

Storytime (Ages 2-6)

Join other families for simple stories and plots that help develop literacy for children at 11:15 a.m. in the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.

In Stitches in Goodyear

Enjoy tea and coffee and meet fel-

Buckeye Youth Council

Buckeye Youth Council will meet at 6 p.m. at Buckeye City Hall, 530 E. Monroe Avenue. The group works to develop leadership skills by focusing on strengthening character, community awareness and communication. For information, call 623-349-6000.

Litchﬁeld Park man to share heart health story

By Lori Baker

Don Ayers was the picture of wellness with a healthy weight and diet, normal blood pressure and cholesterol, and an active lifestyle that included scuba diving in two oceans.

The Litchfield Park resident was stunned when pain shot down his left arm and across his shoulder blades. He resisted when his wife, Terez, said he needed to go to the hospital. He’d always thought these things happened to others.

She insisted, gave him baby aspirin and drove him to Abrazo Community Health Network’s Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear.

“I was amazed I was taken care of so fast,” Ayers said. “They did cardiac enzyme level tests and EKGs. The results showed a problem, but they said they had caught me before I had a heart attack.”

Ayers needed emergency bypass surgery. An angiogram found blockage in four major coronary arteries.

“I was terrified. I was trying to hide it but a nurse named Sarah saw right

through me,” Ayers said.

He calls ICU nurse Sarah Gonzalez, RN, one of his “angels.”

“Sarah stopped talking about what they were going to do, and instead took my hand and quietly said ‘Let’s talk about how you are feeling.’ She was so empathetic,” Ayers said.

Ayers credits his other “angels”— nurses Amber Newbern and Miranda McMurry, and exercise physiologist Christine Spiel—with helping him regain his life.

“People who haven’t been through heart surgery don’t understand how it affects you, not just physically, but mentally, emotionally and spiritually,” the 56-year-old grandfather said.

Ayers will share his story at a free public forum about cardiovascular health from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, September 15, to help raise awareness about heart disease, which is the No. 1 killer of men and women in the United States. Abrazo Community Health 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pointe Hilton Tapatio

Resort’s Highland Center, 11111 N. Seventh St. in Phoenix.

The event will feature free health screenings, live broadcasts of advanced cardiac procedures, along with patient and physician storytelling, and a question-and-answer session with cardiovascular specialists. Seating is

limited. To register, visit AbrazoHealth. com/HeartHealth or call 1-844-5636109.

Ayers, who graduated from cardiac rehab in August, is back working full time as a general manager of a Glendale business and looks forward to scuba diving again.

Grief support group begins

By West Valley View Staff

The Nines support group is designed to help and encourage those after the death of a loved one. It is led by facilitators who have experienced loss.

The Nines will meet at 6:30 p.m.

Thursdays, beginning September 21, at Desert Springs Community Church, 14440 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear.

For information, call Angela at 623435-2105.

Catholic Daughters hosting afternoon tea

By West Valley View Staff

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court St. Mary Magdalene No. 2708, will hold its first afternoon of tea and fellowship from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, October 7, at St. Clare Hall at St. Thomas Aquinas, 13720 W. Thomas Road, Avondale. Beth Davis, a recently retired youth

minister, is the guest speaker. She is passionate about teaching women how to develop an intimate relationship with Jesus.

Tickets are $15 in advance and must be purchased before September 27 by calling Jeanine at 623-536-2025.

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Don Ayers is looking forward to scuba diving again. (Photo courtesy Brian Thorsen/Abrazo Community Health Network)

Arizona Restaurant Week marks major milestone

By Alison Bailin Batz

Arizona Restaurant Week is returning September 15 to September 24 and patrons will have much more than food to digest.

“To celebrate 10 years of this spectacular event, we are giving diners a chance to win big with an exciting online contest featuring 10 experiential prizes that foodie and travel lovers will eat up,” says Steve Chucri, Arizona Restaurant Association president and CEO.

“Some of them include a brewery tour and tasting with SanTan Brewing Co; a coffee roasting and cupping tour for 10 at CULT Coffee Roasters; and even a drone.”

The 10-day eating extravaganza offers diners the opportunity to try three-course, prix-fixe menus at more than 60 Arizona restaurants for $33 or $44 per person. The goal is to position the Grand Canyon State one of the top culinary destinations in the nation, and to stimulate business and revenue.

The Wigwam’s restaurants are taking part in the twice-yearly event.

“The Wigwam is excited to be

participating again in the Fall Arizona Restaurant Week,” said Tim Roos, director of food and beverage at The Wigwam.

“It provides a great opportunity to try a variety of dishes showcased at Litchfield’s, our farm-to-table, dinneronly restaurant, as well as Red’s Bar & Grill, which serves updated comfort food. Both restaurants are set in a beautiful resort setting.”

Red’s menu will feature deviled eggs, fried pickles, loaded fries and spinach salad as shared appetizers; fish po’boy, chicken caprese, cobb burger and caliente pork burger for entrees; and ice cream sandwiches are dessert.

Meanwhile, Litchfield’s will serve arugula (peach, blueberry, candied pecans, goat cheese and lemon vinaigrette), tomato bisque and duck confit as a starter; pappardelle, shrimp and chicken for entrée; and berry crisp or chocolate cheesecake for dessert.

For a complete list of participating restaurants, visit arizonarestaurantweek.com.

Some packages include a complimentary glass of wine or beer. For participating restaurants, visit arizonarestaurantweek.com. They are indicated with a “B” next to their name. Similarly, venues with a “V” by their listing offer vegetarian options, “G” for

gluten-free alternatives and “C” if the prix-fixe menu is for a couple rather than per person.

Patrons can also visit the website to enter the contest. The winner will be announced by October 1 and notified via email or phone.

Litchfield’s at The Wigwam’s Arizona Restaurant Week menu includes chocolate cheesecake and duck confit. (Photo courtesy The Wigwam)

Litchﬁeld Park plans authentic Oktoberfest celebration

By Carson Mlnarik

The city of Litchfield Park is keeping its Oktoberfest authentic by transforming The Wigwam into a mini Germany for a day.

The event is set for September 16, which is the opening day of the official Munich celebration.

“It’s a nice tie-in to the German celebration, of course, and a great way to kick off the season in Arizona,” said Tricia Kramer, Litchfield Park’s special events coordinator.

The city’s event draws close to 900 attendees on the resort’s front lawn. The Wigwam has been home to the celebration for the past 13 years.

“It’s a great community event,” Kramer said.

The festival, like any good fall party, will be filled with games, Dirndl dresses, lederhosen and Bavarian culinary classics.

It doesn’t get much more authentic than the menu, which features more than just your average bratwurst. Offerings, prepared by The Wigwam’s culinary staff, include jagerschnitzel (breaded pork cutlet) and reiberdatschi (potato pancakes served with apple sauce).

For those with a sweet tooth, krapfen (German doughnuts filled with raspberry jam) will also be served. Other festival fare includes the slightly easier to pronounce soft pretzel and hot dog.

Festivalgoers will be able to wash it down with a variety of brews. Paulaner lager, weizen and Oktoberfest will be available, as well as domestic beer and wine, ranging from $5 to $6.

The family-friendly event features entertainment and activities like a kids’ zone with arts and crafts and pumpkin chucking. Children and adults can compete in the yodeling and best German outfit contests. The Phoenix Polka Band and a DJ will provide the soundtrack. Ticket proceeds benefit the Litchfield Park Recreation Department.

Litchﬁeld Park Oktoberfest 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, September 16

The Wigwam, 300 E. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchﬁeld Park $10; free for children 12 and younger litchﬁeld-park.org

Oktoberfest is a tradition in Litchfield Park. Ticket proceeds benefit the Litchfield Park Recreation Department. (Photos courtesy City of Litchfield Park)

Avondale venue hosts Ben’s Bells fundraiser

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

When Kelly Meadows moved to the West Valley and laid eyes on Western Avenue in Historic Avondale, she fell in love.

“It’s so different and such a unique place,” she said. “I always kept my eye on it.”

She thought about rehabbing a building and leasing it, but she took a chance in October 2016 and opened BOONgarden, a community art, garden and coffee space.

“I had just received my master gardener certification and I was into art,” Meadows said. “I wasn’t sure how I was going to support it, then I thought maybe coffee. I realized that craft coffee is a needed thing in the West Valley.”

She and her staff learned everything they could about the different styles of coffee. Besides coffee, it is known for its hibiscus lemonade tea, created with the ﬂowers from its garden.

Now, BOONgarden is working to help others. From 6 to 8 p.m. Friday,

September 15, it is hosting “Coffee and Kindness” benefit for Ben’s Bells, a nonprofit that creates and builds bells and leaves them to be found. The organization was founded to honor a young man who died and to inspire kindness.

BOONgarden Guests are invited to paint Ben’s Bells beads and Kindness Coins while enjoying a coffee or meal. Reservations are not required for the free “Coffee and Kindness” event.

BOONgarden is giving 20 percent of all food and beverage sales to Ben’s Bells.

“Halfway through the event, they will give a little speech about the benefits of kindness and doing random acts for kindness,” she said. “Ben’s Bells will then take the parts and assemble them back at their gallery.”

Meadows is planning on hosting more benefits.

“Hopefully in the future, we can take this idea and run with our own version of it; something for Avondale,” she

said. “We’re thinking about painting rocks with a special message and putting them in people’s yard. I haven’t quite decided yet.”

As for BOONgarden, she’s letting her staff work their magic.

“We’re looking into roasting our own beans,” she said. “It’s a lot of fun. It’s really kind of a blessing that all four of

us are very dedicated and passionate. I give them free rein to explore the different things they want to pursue here.”

BOONgarden 214 W. Western Avenue, Avondale 623-932-2240 boongarden.com

Kelly Meadows, third from left, lets her staff take the reins at BOONgarden. Her staff is Kieran Buvala, Alice Kelton and Lisa Schuur. (West Valley View photo by Tim Sealy)

around the neighborhood

Photos by Ray Thomas

West Valley residents converged on Dr. Saide Recreation Center in Buckeye August 25 for the Quarter Auction, a cross between an auction and a raffle. Bidders pay a quarter per numbered bidding paddle and hope their number is drawn to win a variety of prizes. Items, ranging from decorative scented candles to sporting equipment, are auctioned off for 25 to 50 cents. Tickets were $3 and included one bidding paddle, refreshments and raffle ticket.

1. Cathy Ratto of Buckeye reacts to her number being drawn during the auction; 2. Alta Robinson, left, and Sharon Martin of Buckeye check out the items up for auction during the Quarter Auction; 3. Auctioneer and master of ceremonies Philip Yabes describes the items up for bid during the auction; 4. Fred Barker, left, takes Nathaniel, 11, and Reecie Power, 9, of Buckeye on a tour of the items up for auction; 5. Maria Roldan celebrates winning a set of breakfast bowls during the Quarter Auction. The California resident is in Buckeye visiting her daughter who recently moved to the area; 6. Anita Britton of Buckeye, right, reacts to winning a decorative scented candle in a raffle; 7. Richard Lewis of Tonopah and Shelby Patino of Buckeye consider which items they should bid for at the Quarter Auction.

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Agua Fria Union provides 1:1 student tech devices

By West Valley View staff

Avondale’s Agua Fria Union High School District recently completed a two-year project to provide one-toone technology devices for all 8,150 district students.

Every student has the option to be issued a Chromebook that allows them to interface with electronic curriculum resources. Many of the student assignments are completed and submitted electronically to teachers via the devices.

This not only saves on paper use but also allows for more efficiency with access to information and materials, editing and correction of work and quicker feedback for students and teachers.

“Technology integration within the learning process continues to be one of the most visible changes to the classroom teaching and learning environment,” said Superintendent Dennis Runyan.

This effort was made possible by the passage of a bond authorization during the 2015-16 school year.

“Support from our community and local businesses have made the

difference for schools across the Southwest Valley,” Runyan said.

Along with the one-to-one devices for students, the Agua Fria Union High School District has purchased a wide range of online curriculum resources for teachers. Therefore, they can dedicate more time to instruction and student success.

“We have really transformed the way teachers use and access technology in the classroom,” said Grant Conway, curriculum director.

“Another project that was part of the bond authorization is the expansion of bandwidth to improve accessibility and processing speed with the student devices. As Superintendent Runyan suggests, ‘With technology you’re always trying to stay ahead of the curve.”

Agua Fria Union High School District serves more than 8,000 students in four high schools and one nontraditional high school. The Vision of the Agua Fria Union High School District is “All Students College and Career Ready.”

Litchfield Park Library sets September program schedule

By West Valley View staff

The Litchfield Park Library has scheduled a handful of special programs for children this month.

Therapeutic Social Skills for Children 2-16 is at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 13, and 3 p.m. Friday, September 15.

Dr. Allyson Barry-Edwards will examine the structure of therapeutic social skills groups specifically designed for children with moderate developmental needs. Also on her agenda is what this means for early intervention, IEP advocacy and the value of inclusion, supporting the local school district and behavioral health needs in preschool- to schoolage children. Parents and professionals welcome.

ORDINANCE NO 1631-817

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVONDALE, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC USE

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Charter authorizes the City of Avondale (the “City”) to acquire real property in fee simple or any lesser interest,

pose, when the public convenience requires it and in accordance with the provisions of State law; and

WHEREAS, the City Council desires to authorize the acquisition of certain real property generally located east of El Mirage Road and south of Maricopa County Highway 85 for right-of-way for public use

SECTION 1 The recitals above are hereby incorporated as if fully set forth herein

SECTION 2 The acquisition, by purchase, condemnat

south of Maricopa County Highway 85, as more particu-

hereto and incorporated herein by reference, is hereby authorized

SECTION 3 If any provision of this Ordinance is for any reason held by any court of competent jurisdiction to be unenforceable, such provision or portion hereof shall be deemed separate, distinct and independent of all other provisions and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance

S E C T I O N 4 T h e M a y o r , t h e C i t y M a

Clerk and the City Attorney are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps and to execute all documents necessary to carry out the purpose and intent of this Ordinance

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Council of the City of Avondale, Arizona, August 7, 2017

Signed copies of the Ordinance and (exhibits) are available at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W Civic Center Dr , Avondale, AZ 85323

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signing as an officer or authorized agent of a corporation and its name is:

“Homeschooling Resources Show and Tell” will share resources and lesson plans at 1 p.m. Thursday, September 28. The event is open to the community. Take-home lesson plans will be provided.

The Litchfield Park Library is located at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For more information, call 602-652-3000.

Want to share news about your school? Email editor Christina Fuoco-Karasinski at christina@ westvalleyview.com.

Children ages 10 and older are invited to “Banned Trivia Night” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 25. What do Harry Potter, Gone with the Wind and Looking for Alaska have in common? Find out during “Banned Trivia Night” during which library staff will ask questions related to banned or challenged books worldwide.

SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA MARICOPA COUNTY

In the Matter of Estate of: Frances Elinor Esslinger, adult Case Number PB 2017-002608

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NOTICE OF SOLICITATION OF PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE FY2016-17 MARICOPA URBAN COUNTY AND MARICOPA HOME CONSORTIUM

CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT AND PUBLIC HEARING FOR SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE FY2017-18 MARICOPA COUNTY ANNUAL ACTION PLAN

County Human Services Department (HSD) administers the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) In addition, the Maricopa HOME Consortium, through HSD as its lead

ships Program (HOME) HSD has compiled the Consol-

(CAPER) for the above-listed programs for the period of J

County an d the Maricopa HOME Consortium to accomplish program objectives during Fiscal Year 2016-2017

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ANNUAL ACTION PLAN (AAP) FY2017-2018

The Maricopa County Human Services Department prop o s e s t o r e a l l o c a t e $ 3 0 0 , 0 0

($260,626 of FY2017-18 funding; and $39,374 of prioryear program income) from the activity of Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation to Rental Development for

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The draft CAPER is available for public comment and r e v i e w f r o m S e p t e m b e r 8 , 2 0 1 7 t o S e p t e m b e r 2 2 , 2017 The draft Annual Action Plan is available for public comment and review from September 8, 2017 to October 8, 2017 During its respective comment period, each document is available at the following locations during regular business hours 8am – 5pm, Monday-Friday:

+ Maricopa County Human Services Department, 234 N Central Ave, 3rd Floor, Phoenix, AZ

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u mstance, sex, disability or age in any of its policies, proc e d u r e s o r p r a c t i c e s A c c o m m o d a t i o n s f o r I n d i v i d u a l s with Disabilities or English translation needs - For assistance call Human Services, 234 North Central, 3rd Floor, Phoenix, Arizona 85004, (602) 506-5911 Or TTY (602) 506-4802 To the extent possible, additional reasonable accommodations will be made available within time constraints of the request

Para información en español, favor de comunicarse a las oficinas de Maricopa County Human Services a 602506-5911

ORDINANCE NO. 1634-817

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVONDALE, ARIZONA, DECLARING THE DOCUMENT ENTITLED “2012 international fire code as amended by the city of phoenix” as a public record; declaring the document entitled “august 14, 2017 AVONDALE AMENDMENTS to the 2012 PHOENIX FIRE CODE” as a public record; adopting each by reference; providing for SEVERABILITY; providing for PENALTIES; and declaring an emergency

WHEREAS, the International Code Council produces and provides model codes and standards for use by municipalities in the design, build and compliance process of structures; and

WHEREAS, the International Code Council allows certain municipalities to adopt editions of the international fire codes with local amendments; and

WHEREAS, the City of Phoenix, by Ordinance G-5898 dated March 19, 2014, adopted the 2012 International Fire Code with Phoenix Amendments (the “Phoenix Fire Code”); and

WHEREAS, the City of Avondale has the need to modify certain provisions of the Phoenix Fire Code to accommodate local needs, which local amendments are compiled in the August 14, 2017 Avondale Amendments to the 2012 Phoenix Fire Code (the “Avondale Amendments”); and

WHEREAS, the City Council has determined the adoption of the Phoenix Fire Code and the Avondale Amendments is necessary to update fire regulations, bring uniformity to the fire community and protect the public health, safety, and welfare of the City residents

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVONDALE as follows:

SECTION 1 The recitals above are hereby incorporated as if fully set forth herein

SECTION 2. That certain document knows as the 2012 International Fire Code as amended by the City of Phoenix, of which one paper copy and one electronic copy maintained in compliance with Ariz Rev Stat § 44-7041 are on file in the office of the City Clerk and open for public inspection during normal business hours, is hereby declared to be a public record, and said copies are hereby ordered to remain on file with the City Clerk

SECTION 3 That certain document known as the Avondale Amendments, of which one paper copy and one electronic copy maintained in compliance with Ariz Rev Stat § 44-7041 are on file in the office of the City Clerk and open for public inspection during normal business hours, is hereby declared to be a public record, and said copies are hereby ordered to remain on file with the City Clerk

SECTION 4 The Phoenix Fire Code is hereby referred to, adopted and made a part of hereof as if fully set out in this Ordinance

SECTION 5 The Avondale Amendments are hereby referred to, adopted and made a part of hereof as if fully set out in this Ordinance

SECTION 6 Ordinance No 1177-306 and all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance or any part of the Avondale Amendments adopted herein are hereby repealed

SECTION 7 If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance or any part of the Avondale Amendments adopted herein by reference is for any reason to be held invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof

SECTION 8 Any person found in violation of any provision of the Restated Amendments may be found guilty of a class one misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not to exceed $2,500, imprisonment for a period not to exceed six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment or issued a civil citation of a $250 base fine for the first violation, $500 base fine for the second violation and $1,000 base fine for a third violation in any twenty-four month period Each day that a violation or failure to perform continues shall be a separate offense punishable as herein described After having been found responsible for committing three or more civil infractions of the same code provision in any twentyfour month period, a person is a habitual offender and may be charged with a class one misdemeanor, punishable as herein described

SECTION 9 The immediate operation of this Ordinance is necessary to ensure public health and safety; therefore, an emergency is hereby declared to exist This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval by the City Council as required by law, and this Ordinance is hereby exempt from the referendum provisions of the constitution and laws of the State of Arizona.

SECTION 10 The Mayor, the City Manager, the City Clerk and the City Attorney are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to carry out the purpose and intent of this Ordinance

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Council of the City of Avondale, Arizona, August 14, 2017

Signed copies of the Ordinance and (exhibits) are available at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W Civic Center Dr , Avondale, AZ 85323

ORDINANCE NO. 1633-817

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVONDALE, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING ATLAS OF THE CITY OF AVONDALE FOR APPROXIMATELY 62 ACRES GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF MCDOWELL ROAD AND 99TH AVENUE, AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION PL-170051, REZONING SUCH PROPERTY FROM “AVONDALE LIVE PLANNED AREA DEVELOPMENT” TO A NEW “VIRTUA99 AVONDALE PLANNED AREA DEVELOPMENT ”

WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Avondale (the “City Cou ncil”) desires to amend the City of Avondale Zoning Atlas (the “Zoning Atlas”), pursuant to Ariz Rev Stat § 9?462 04, to change the zoning description for a + 62 acre parcel of real property from Avondale Live Planned Area Development to a new Virtua99 Avondale Planned Area Development (the “Zoning Atlas Amendment”); and

WHEREAS, all due and proper notices of the public hearings on the Zoning Atlas Amendment held by the City of Avondale Planning Commission (the “Commission”) and by the City Council were given in the time, form and substance provided by Ariz Rev Stat § 9?462 04; and

WHEREAS, on July 20, 2017, the Commission held a public hearing on the Zoning Atlas Amendment, after which hearing the Commission recommended approval; and

WHEREAS, the City Council held an additional public hearing regarding the Zoning Atlas Amendment on August 14, 2017; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with Article II, Sections 1 and 2 of the Arizona Constituti on, the City Council has considered the individual property rights and personal liberties of the residents of the City before adopting this Ordinance

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVONDALE as follows:

SECTION 1 The recitals above are hereby incorporated as if fully set forth herein

SECTION 2 The + 62 acre parcel of real property generally located north of the northwest corner of McDowell Road and 99th Avenue, as shown in Application PL-17-0051, as more particularly described and depicted on Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, is hereby rezoned from Avondale Live Planned Area Development to a new Virtua99 Avondale Planned Area Development, subject to the City of Avondale adopted codes, requirements, standards and regulations, and the following stipulations:

1 Development shall conform to the Virtua99 Avondale PAD Narrative date stamped July 10, 2017, except as modified by these conditions

2 Approval of a Final Plat, creating internal parcel lines and dedicating 15’ of 99th Avenue right-of-way north of Encanto Boulevard, and 37’ of 99th Avenue right-of-way south of Encanto Boulevard (for a total of 70’ of ROW) to the City of Avondale, will be required prior to issuance of a certificate of completion or a certificate of occupancy for any building on the project site Additional right-of-way dedicated to Avondale beyond the 70’ may be required for deceleration/turn lanes and the traffic signal at Encanto Boulevard Public water and sewer easements shall also be dedicated through the final plat Per SRP requirements, the final plat cannot be recorded until SRP’s USA easement for the undergrounded canal has been recorded

3 Completion of 99th Avenue half street improvements from Encanto Boulevard to the project’s northern boundary, to include street, curb, gutter, sidewalk, street lights, tiling of the SRP canal, power line undergrounding, and right-of-way landscaping, shall be required prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the first building north of Encanto Boulevard The Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) must sign off on the 99th Avenue improvements prior to issuance of a ce rtificate of occupancy for the first building north of Encanto Boulevard

4 Completion of 99th Avenue half-street improvements from Encanto Boulevard to the project’s southern boundary, to include street, curb, gutter sidewalk, street lights, tiling of the SRP canal, power line undergrounding, and right-of-way landscaping, shall be required prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the first building south of Encanto Boulevard MCDOT must sign off on the 99th Avenue improvements prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the first building south of Encanto Boulevard

5 The developer shall contribute 50 percent of the cost of a future traffic signal at the intersection of 99th Avenue and Encanto Boulevard, designed to City of Avondale standard The contribution shall be made prior to issuance of a permit for any building in the phase of development that triggers the signal warrant, as determined by the City Traffic Engineer

6 The developer shall be responsible for contributing 50 percent of the cost of a future 24’ landscaped median in 99th Avenue, if determined necessary by the City of Phoenix The contribution shall be made to the City of Avondale based upon the City of Phoenix median design standard detail and be provided to the City prior to issuance of a permit in a future phase to be determined by the City Engineer

7 All streets internal to the Virtua99 development, including En canto Boulevard, shall be private

8 To the extent allowed by law, all Type 1 and Irrigation Grandfathered Groundwater Rights appurtenant to each phase of development shall be properly extinguished and the resulting Assured Water Supply credits pledged to the City of Avondale’s account at the Arizona Department of Water Resources prior to recordation of the final plat for each phase

9 Public art or fee-in-lieu contribution to the City’s art fund, shall be required if any portion of the development meets the triggers of Zoning Ordinance Section 11, Public Art

10 The developer shall, in good faith, attempt to work with the Roosevelt Irrigation District (RID) to design and build a safe pedestrian crossing of the RID canal to provide elementary school students a more direct route to Rio Vista Elementary School A pedestrian connection shall be provided prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for any building within the Multi-Family Residential 1, Multi-Family Residential 2, or Single-Family Residential subareas If it is discovered that the RID will not allow a pedestrian crossing, the developer shall provide the City with a letter from RID specifying the reasons why a connection cannot be provided

11 The height of development in the Multi-Family 2 subarea shall be limited to 4 stories, or 45 feet

SECTION 4 The Mayor, the City Manager, the City Clerk and the City Attorney are hereby authorized and directed to execute all documents and take all steps necessary to carry out the purpose and intent of this Ordinance

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Council of the City of Avondale, Arizona, August 14, 2017 Signed copies of the Ordinance and (exhibits) are

Child Find Screenings

Union Elementary School District provides screenings for young children who are having difficulty in their development. Parents who attend screenings may have concerns about their child's development in the areas of hearing/vision, speech/language skills, motor skills, thinking skills and or social/emotional skills For information regarding the dates of these screenings please go to our website at www unionesd org and contact the student services office at 623-478-5017

ORDINANCE NO. 1632-817

A N O R D I N A N C E O F T H E C O U N C I L O F T H E C I T Y O F A V O N D A L E , A R I Z O N A , AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING ATLAS OF THE CITY OF AVONDALE FOR APPROXIMATELY 0 48 ACRES GENERALLY LOCATED EAST OF THE SOUTHEAST C O R N E R O F B U C K E Y E R O A D A N D 1 1 3 T H A V E N U E , A S S H O W N I N A P P L I C ATION PL-17-0076, REZONING SUCH PROPERTY FROM SINGLE-FAMILY URBAN RESIDENTIAL (R1-6) TO CASHION BUSINESS DISTRICT (CBD)

WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Avondale (the “City Council”) desires to amend the City of Avondale Zoning Atlas (the “Zoning Atlas”), pursuant to Ariz Rev Stat § 9 462 04, to change the zoning description for a + 0 48 acre parcel of real property from Single-Family Urban Residential (R1-6) to Cashion Business District (CBD) (the “Zoning Atlas Amendment”); and W H E R E A S , a l l d u e a n

Amendment held by the City of Avondale Planning Commission (the “Commission”) and by the City Council were given in the time, form and substance provided by Ariz Rev Stat § 9 462 04; and

WHEREAS, on July 20, 2017, the Commission held a public hearing on the Zoning Atlas Amendment, after which hearing the Commission recommended approval; and

WHEREAS, the City Council held an additional public hearing regarding the Zoning Atlas Amendment on August 14, 2017; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with Article II, Sections 1 and 2 of the Arizona Constitution, the City Council has considered the individual property rights and personal liberties of the residents of the City before adopting this Ordinance

SECTION 1 The recitals above are hereby incorporated as if fully set forth herein

SECTION 2 The + 0 48 acre parcel of real property generally located east of the southeast corner of Buckeye Road and 113th Avenue, as shown in Application PL-170076, as more particularly described on Exhibit A and depicted on Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, is hereby rezoned from Single-Family Urban Residential (R1-6) to Cashion Business District (CBD), subject to the City of Avondale adopted codes, requirements, standards and regula tions, and the following stipulations:

1 The existing billboard shall be removed prior to development of the site

2 The lots shall be combined formally through the City of Avondale’s Minor Land Division/Lot Combination process prior to the development of the site

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Council of the City of Avondale, Arizona, August 14, 2017

Notice of Intent to Award Contract

Under Sole Source Public Contract Rule

PW 18-014 Sole Source Reservoir Circulation Equipment for Lake 10A

Medora Corporation as the sole distributor of GridBee Solar Bee Reservoir Circulation Equipment in the State of Arizona

Notice is hereby given pursuant to City of Avondale Procurement Code Article III, 25-23 that the City of Avondale intends to award a contract to Medora Corporation for the generally described equipment A complete listing of the equipment and parts may be obtained by contacting, Terri Denemy at the address below, or by telephone at 623-333-4449

The City believes that Medora Corporation is the sole provider of such equipment to meet the City’s required equipment and operational needs because Medora Corporation is the original equipment manufacturer and thereby the only compatible brand available for use by the Public Works Department

Any protest of this sole-source procurement by an Affected Person must be in writing and must be received by Marsha Chavez, Procurement Officer, at Avondale City Hall 11465 W Civic Center Drive on or before September 13, 2017 Affected Persons may submit comments directly to the Procurement Office The risk of timely delivery is upon the person submitting the protest “Affected Person” means a person whose ability to participate in the procurement is adversely affected by the decision that the goods and services are available from only one source

A written protest must include:

a A detailed statement of the legal and factual grounds for the protest;

b A description of the resulting harm to the person submitting the protest; and

c The relief requested

PUBLISHED: West Valley View and West Valley Business, August 30, and September 6, 2017 / 7636

In order to be considered for appointment a candida t e m u s t

n Avondale for a minimum of two years preceding the date of the appointment Interested residents must s u b m i t a l e t t e r o f i n t e r e s t a n d r e s u m e n o l a t e r t h a n

12:00 pm on Thursday, September 7, 2017 Letters of interest and resumes should be submitted to the att e n t i o n o f t h e C i t y C l e r k i n p e r s o n , b y U S M a i l , o r e m a i l t o c m a r t i n

e d

The Avondale City Council will conduct interviews of candidates during the regular meeting of September 11, 2017 The meeting will start at 6:00 pm Candidates must participate in this interview in order to be considered for appointment

Please direct any questions to Carmen Martinez, City Clerk at 623-333-1214 or cmartinez@avondale.org

ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR

I Name: SANCHEZ & SONS CONSTRUCTION, LLC

II The address of the known place of business is: 16266 W LILAC ST. GOODYEAR AZ 85338

III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: UNITED STATES CORPORATION AGENTS, INC, 17470 N PACESETTER WAY, SCOTTSDALE AZ 85255

B Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:

HUGO SANCHEZ, 16266 W LILAC ST , GOODYEAR AZ 85338

Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 30, September 6, 13, 20, 2017 / 7666

ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION

1 ENTITY TYPE: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

2. ENTITY NAME: The Southwest Mushroom Collective, LLC

3. FILE NUMBER: L22059867

4. STATUTORY AGENT

NAME AND ADDRESS:

Street Address: United States Corporation Agents, LLC 17470 N Pacesetter Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

5 ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS:

5 2 200 S Old Litchfield Rd , #9, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 11426 N Cave Creek Rd , Phoenix, AZ 85020

6 DURATION: Perpetual

8 MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE: Member-Managed

1 The Southwest Mushroom Collective, LLC

3 Articles of Organization

4 The names and addresses of all Members are: Michael Benjamin Crowe, 200 S. Old Litchfield Rd., #9 Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

PUBLISHED: West Valley View and West Valley Business, September 6, 13, 20, 2017 / 7901

CITY

OF AVONDALE PUBLIC NOTICE

I N A C C O R D A N C E W I T H O R D I N A N C E # 3 1 6 , S E CTION 3, pertaining to liquor license applications and Publ i c a t i o n o f N o t i c e , n o t i c e i s h e

b y g i v e n

e Avondale City Council has received for approval an application for a liquor license within the corporate limits of Avondale, Arizona from:

Nicholas Charles Boutin

Rubio’s Coastal Grill #316 Location: 10321 W McDowell Rd Suite 101 Avondale, AZ 85392

Series 12 – Restaurant License

Any person who is a resident of Avondale of the age of eighteen (18) years or more, residing, owning or leasing property within one-half mile radius of 100321 W McDowell Rd Suite 101, Avondale and who is in favor of, or opposed to the issuance of a Series 12 liquor license shall, file with the City Clerk of the City of Avondale, a written a

OBITUARIES ■

Raul Gomez Jr

mother, Adelaide Gomez of Phoenix; sisters

Phoenix; grandmother, Raquel Melo of Phoenix

Norma Jean Scott

surrounded by loved ones. She was born Janu-

She is survived by her husband, Gerard Scott;

She was preceded in death by her parents No services will b

Christmas break The family suggests that donations be made

Drabik, Jr ; sisters, Patricia Drabik; Marge Yasak, Susan Holmes, and Judith Drabik; and two grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Anna Drabik

A graveside service was held Thursday, August 31, 2017 at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona

Condolences for the family may be left at www thompsonfuneralchapel com Arrangements are through Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear

e a r ;

s o n s R o b e r t P i e r s o n , G o o d y e a r , R i c h a r d P i e r s o n , P e o r i a a n d

G l e n P i e r s o n , T u c s o n ; e i g h t g r a n d c h i l d r e n , a n d e i g h t g r e a t -

g r a n d c h i l d r e n

Leona was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 61

A family-only memorial service is being planned for the fall

L e o n a r e q u e s t e d t h a t i n l i e u o f f l o w e r s , d o n a t i o

be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Arizona. Condole

C h a p e l i

Any person interested in said application is hereby notified that the Mayor and City Council will review said application at their Council meeting on September 18, 2017 at 7:00 p m at the Council Chambers, 11465

Walter Dennis Drabik, Sr

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EMPLOYMENT

EARN EXTRA INCOME! The

Notice

Notice to Bidders:

All questions should be directed to Jason Meyers, Ot-

a g o D e v e l o p m e n t , ( 6 0 2 )

5 6 8 - 8 2 0 7

Submittal of Bid:

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1 : 0 0 p m o n T h u r s d a y , S e p t e m b e r 2 8 , 2 0 1 7 i n a

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WORKERS/LABORERS NOW HIRING. ON IT CONSTRUCTION, LLC. IS LOOKING FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES. ASPHALT JACKHAMMERING AND BASIC LABOR. IF INTERESTED PLEASE CALL 602-723- 6883 OR 602-721- 0273

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