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Police help FBI nab bank robber

BY TOM SCANLON

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Old-fashioned police footwork and hightech tools led to the arrest of a “serial bank robber.”

On Aug. 28, FBI agents and Phoenix Police Department officers arrested Scott David Williams, 59, in Peoria. He is accused of wearing a face mask and dark glasses as he demanded money from tellers in a string of West Valley bank robberies.

According to the FBI, Williams robbed seven West Valley banks this summer,

including West Valley National Bank in Goodyear.

Williams is accused of stealing around $25,000 from the banks. His method was to calmly walk up to a teller, shove an envelope or bag at the teller and demand money.

After robberies in Peoria, Surprise and Sun City, his decision to hit a Goodyear bank may have been his undoing.

At the West Valley National Bank, according to court documents, Williams “told the victim teller he had an accomplice waiting outside listening to a police scanner.

(Williams) also told the victim teller to remain calm and not give him any bait bills. ...

“The victim teller initially refused (Williams’) demands. Eventually, (Williams) walked to the branch manager’s office and told the branch manager to tell the victim teller to give him the money in the drawer.

The victim teller complied and placed the money in the envelope.”

According to court documents, Goodyear police officers investigated the West Valley

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Surf’s up as water park approved in Glendale

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BUSINESS .... 14 Another big community coming to Avondale

FEATURES .... 16 Mental health concerns due to COVID pandemic

OPINION ...............12 BUSINESS.............. 14 FEATURES ..............16 YOUTH ..................20 OBITUARIES ...........22 CLASSIFIEDS ..........23 SOUTH

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A big splash in Glendale can be a lesson for Goodyear and other West Valley cities.

A few years ago, Ikea planned to open a big store near State Farm Stadium. That fizzled, leaving Glendale leaders red-faced.

But isn’t Kevin Phelps glad Ikea tapped out now?

“Absolutely,” said Phelps, Glendale’s city manager. “Sometimes, it’s really good you don’t get what you want—because there’s something better out there for you.”

Recently, Nike backed out of a deal for a huge manufacturing facility in Goodyear. While the West Valley waits to see if “something better” takes Nike’s place,

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Robber...continued from page 1 National Bank robbery on Litchfield Road south of West Thomas Road. Officer Michael McFadden found a discarded black, long-sleeved shirt matching a description of what the suspect was wearing near Lexington and 144th avenues—less than a mile from the bank.

A week later, a Department of Public Safety lab found DNA from the shirt matched Williams.

He was in the system: After convictions for two California bank robberies, Williams was in prison from 1987 to 1994 and 1996 to 2007.

Though Williams had a Surprise address, investigators found a post office box he rented was shared by two others who lived in Wickenburg, according to court documents.

On Aug. 26, investigators at a stakeout in Wickenburg spotted Williams

Splash...continued from page 1 Phelps and Glendale elected officials are crowing about what took Ikea’s planned location.

Last week, Glendale City Council approved a development agreement for a massive project at Cardinals Way and the Loop 101: Crystal Lagoons Island Resort.

The anchor of the project is a 10-acre lagoon and water park, to be surrounded by an amusement park, offices, restaurants, shops and a hotel.

“We lose a project—and then we get the thing that’s a perfect fit for our growing sports and entertainment district,” Phelps said.

The size and scope of the project makes it a regional draw that could

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and tracked him for two days.

On Aug. 28, detectives followed Williams from Wickenburg to North Phoenix, where he entered a Bank of America. He did not attempt to rob that bank. “The presence of a security guard ... dissuaded Wiliams from attempting to rob it at that time,” according to court documents.

Phoenix police detectives continued to follow Williams as he drove to a nearby Chase Bank near Carefree Highway and Interstate 17. There, he allegedly demanded money, “but the victim teller did not initially understand Williams due to the face covering and Williams speaking softly,” according to court documents.

“Williams then pushed a bag under the bandit barrier and said ‘fill it up with money.’ The victim teller realized it was a bank robbery and dispensed $1,000 from the cash machine.

The victim teller tried to give the money to Williams, but Williams refused and said, ‘No, do it again.’ The victim teller dispensed another $1,000. Again the victim teller tried to give the money to Williams and again Williams in- According to the FBI, surveillance footage shows Scott David Williams robsisted, saying, ‘No, do bing a Chase Bank in Peoria. (Image courtesy FBI) it again.’ lice officers arrested Williams, accord“After dispensing another $1,000, ing to the court documents. the victim teller placed $3,000 in the “The FBI’s Violent Crimes Task bag and pushed it under the barrier. Force would like to thank the Goodyear This time Williams took the money and Police Department and Phoenix Police walked out of the bank.”

Department for their outstanding work Detectives again followed Williams, on this case along with the Arizona Dewho drove 20 miles to the Haymaker partment of Public Safety laboratory, restaurant on West Thunderbird Road the Surprise Police Department, Peoin Peoria. ria Police Department and Maricopa After watching Williams discard a County Sheriff’s Office,” said an FBI shirt he wore in the bank, Phoenix po- press release.

help its neighboring cities.

“I think it is wonderful,” Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord said. “It is terrific that Glendale will have this attraction in their city, and all of the West Valley cities will benefit from the increased tourism that it will bring to the entire region.”

Crystal Lagoons projects 1,800 permanent employees, with hundreds more construction workers to be hired after groundbreaking later this year, Phelps said. He said the project will be completed by October 2022—in time for the following Super Bowl.

That should mean plenty of work for those who live in neighboring Peoria, as well as a long-lasting economic boost.

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Splash...continued from page 2 “Projects of this magnitude always bring tremendous tourism value to the region,” Glendale Mayor Cathy Carlat said. “I’m excited to see this project coming to Glendale and look forward to its development.”

While some critics will point to a theme park in Williams and a Casa Grande mega project that never happened after much publicity, Phelps said he has no doubt this project will make the end zone.

“We have a lot of confidence this project’s going to happen,” Phelps said.

To paraphrase an old commercial pitch: But wait, there’s more.

“The interesting part is probably the two best and most spectacular parts (about the project) we were unable to talk about,” Phelps said.

“We’re looking in October to make a couple major announcements. The north end, the anchor hotel, and the south end, the family entertainment center—when we announce what those are and the companies behind them, it will truly give this project amenities you will not find anywhere else in the United States.”

After more than a year and “north of 100 meetings with the developer,” Phelps said he is convinced the money will line up to back this project.

“They believe they have all the necessary financing in place to do the construction,” Phelps said.

Even with up to $1 million credit for permit fees, inspection fees and other building incentives, the developer will need a deep investment team.

According to Phelps, the water park project will cost “hundreds of millions of dollars.”

On the flip side, Phelps said sales tax generated by the park, hotel, shops and restaurants will generate $24 million per year for Glendale.

But, in his view, you can’t put a price tag on Crystal Lagoons Island Resort, which he insists will change the view of Glendale.

“Twenty years ago, our brand was as a sleepy, tired community. We’re building a product that nobody else in the Valley—or the Southwest region— is going to replicate,” Phelps said.

“This is really going to solidify Glendale as the center of the West Valley.”

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Buckeye approves purchase of tasers

BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

On Aug. 18, Buckeye City Council approved spending $1.1 million over five years on police body cameras and Taser “stun guns.”

According to agenda material, “The purchase of a bundled five-year package will save the city of Buckeye approximately $100,000.”

“Over the past few years, the Buckeye City Council approved spending $1.1 million on Tasers Buckeye Police Department has and body cameras. (Image courtesy Buckeye Police Department) placed a priority on less-lethal options as well as de-escalation trainAccording to Hall, his officers used ing for our officers,” Buckeye Police their Tasers seven times in 2019, down Chief Larry Hall told the West Valley from eight Taser deployments in 2018, View.

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He noted the package council apBuckeye police officers fired guns proved is more than just the equipment. twice in 2019, once when a suspect “The virtual reality de-escalation opened fire on officers with a handgun, training that comes with our upgrad- the other time when a suspect armed ed Taser and Axon camera purchase is with a gun wanted for kidnapping/carone more training component aimed jacking attempted to run down officers at helping us reduce use of force in- with a vehicle, according to Hall. cidents and lessening injuries to both In 2018, Buckeye officers shot at a citizens and officers,” Hall said. suspect who allegedly fired at officers.

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Buckeye’s growth surge shows no sign of slowing down.

At its Aug. 25 meeting, the Buckeye Planning Commission approved a preliminary plan for 299 homes on 76 acres at Southern Avenue and Apache Road.

The development is between a Walmart distribution center and Marionneaux Elementary School.

According to a representative, developer Melcor “has multiple projects in Buckeye that emphasize connectivity.”

Dawn Fortuna, a project planner speaking for Melcor, told the commission the Algodon project “has connected open space to ensure residents are not just coming home and (staying) within houses. We really want them to get out there and interact with their neighbors.”

The written proposal submitted to the commission emphasized a reflection on Buckeye’s farming history: “Melcor is committed to creating

premier residential communities as reflected throughout the West Valley, including Algodon and their holdings in Miller 60 which is located on Southern Avenue. As part of the rebranding to be a standout development in Buckeye, Melcor has renamed the project Algodon, which is the Spanish word for ‘cotton.’

“By integrating their vision, they can bring more thoughtful planning that provides not only physical connections but important social and community links for over 500 homes in Buckeye.”

The commission followed city staff’s recommendation for approval—which included multiple stipulations the developer must follow.

One regards the nearby school: “Prior to final plat approval, the property owner/developer shall provide a letter from the appropriate school district(s) that certifies the developer and the school district(s) have entered into an agreement to provide, or help to provide, adequate school facilities within

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The Buckeye Planning Commission approved a preliminary proposal for 299 homes, to be called Algodon—Spanish for “cotton.” (Image courtesy Melcor)

the school district’s attendance area in a timely manner.”

According to the developer, the site’s neighbors include Riata West Community Association, Crystal Vista Homeowners Association and the Buckeye Elementary School District.

On Feb. 4, Melcor held a neighborhood open house at Marionneaux Elementary School.

According to the developer’s summary, “There were three local residents in attendance including Susan Marion-

neaux La Riuere, Annette Napolitano and Scott Miller. La Riuere and Napolitano were the original mother/daughter owners of the property.

“They requested that they have an opportunity to walk through the existing home before tear down and if they could have the weathervane.”

The requests by the neighbors were granted.

A variation of the project was approved in 2005—but was never developed, due to the economic downturn.

November’s election is approaching

BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

West Valley residents soon will have the chance to vote on everything from leaders of school districts to leaders of the state—and country.

The Nov. 3 election is the final election held between nominees of various parties, as well as nonpartisan races including school board elections, ballot propositions and initiatives.

Registered voters can vote by mail or in person.

The Maricopa County Elections Department will mail military and overseas ballots Wednesday, Sept. 16.

The voter registration deadline is Oct. 5.

The county will mail early ballots Oct. 7.

In-person voting begins Oct. 7, through Election Day. All voting locations will follow strict physical distancing and cleaning guidelines, according to the county.

Oct. 23 is the last day to request a ballot in the mail.

For more information, visit recorder. maricopa.gov/elections.

To check on your voting status, visit recorder.maricopa.gov/BeBallotReady.

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Avondale City Council approves annexation, apartments, car dealer

BY JAKARIA ROSS

West Valley View Contributing Writer

Avondale is about to grow.

On Aug. 24, the Avondale City Council approved plans for a used car dealer, a 354-unit development and a 200-acre annexation that will bring more than 600 homes to the city.

The Entrada land being annexed is at 107th Avenue and Broadway Road.

The city expects to receive increased revenue from construction sales tax, property tax, sales tax, water and sewer fees.

Impact fees also are expected from development of the subject site.

The annexation means the city will be responsible for water, sewer, sanitation, police, fire and street services.

The area will become part of Avondale 30 days after the council vote.

Council also approved a rezoning at the location to allow 624 single-family residential lots to be designed in the style of typical suburban-style subdivision schemes. The development would include a central park, dog parks and

an outdoor work-play area with Wi-Fi. “I like how we looked at the parks and made them different—there is something for every age. A year ago, if you would have said the parks are going to have Wi-Fi and work areas we would have said, ‘Why?’ But moving forward it really does make a lot of sense,” Mayor Kenneth Weise said.

The Entrada development is just northeast of Phoenix Raceway.

In the center of the city, council approved a 354-unit apartment complex.

The Avari apartment development is to be built near Avondale Boulevard and Corporate Drive.

According to the city council report, the apartment community complex will have an indoor clubhouse with a media theater, fitness building, resort-style pool areas and a golfing area.

Councilman Mike Pineda wondered who will live there.

“Who is the customer? Is it going to be the young family? Is it going to be the young professional,” Pineda said.

“I think that will help determine what

sort of entertainment is going to exist on the outside.”

Weise added, “There really is a need for new apartment complexes in Avondale, and I am excited to see this move forward.”

Construction is expected to start this month.

Not far away, Echo Park Automotive Dealership will be in the western portion of the Avondale Automall on 107th and 99th avenues after council approved a conditional use permit.

While the existing dealerships surrounding the auto The Avondale City Council approved developments expected to help mall sell new and used cars, the city grow. (Photo courtesy city of Avondale) Echo Park dealership will sell only used car sales. with the used car sales,” said Pat DenIt was approved to “maintain a min- nis, the city’s vice mayor. “But I agree imum of 140 cars on display at all in creating some kind of a balance for times.” the community. This is one reason why “The city has invested a major in- I like this project, because it does look vestment in our automall and have at quality used cars. I think this gives always encouraged the new car sales that balance for our community.”

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Businesses continue reopening, schools watch key ‘benchmarks’

BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

With key COVID-19 “benchmarks” on the decline, businesses and schools around the West Valley are looking to get off the bench.

Just as a time for the kickoff of the football season, West Valley sports bars were given the yellow light to reopen—with caution.

On Aug. 27, Arizona health officials reported Maricopa County’s COVID-19 infections had reached a “moderate” level of transmission, allowing Arizona bars serving food to begin reopening.

But Gov. Doug Ducey’s reopening directive included social distancing, mask mandates and no more than 50% capacity for restaurants—and sports bars that provide food.

“Come Sunday afternoon, we’re going to have half the people we would have in here normally,” said Rick Jenkins, operations manager of Tailgaters and IL Primo.

Safely conducting business in an in-

dustry that was built on face-to-face contact and crowded tables is Tailgaters’ top priority, according to Jenkins.

Tailgaters has multiple locations in the Valley, including Goodyear and Litchfield Park locations.

Jenkins said Tailgaters staff members are sanitizing on a regular basis, only serving seated customers and preventing patrons from congregating too closely.

The state approved gyms to reopen, but with 25% occupancy and strict cleaning standards.

Movie theaters were approved to reopen with 50% of normal occupancy and “ADHS mitigation requirements.”

School reopening plans According to the “School Reopening Dashboard,” since last week much of the West Valley has moved from red (widespread COVID-19) to yellow (moderate).

New COVID-19 cases per day in Maricopa County dropped to about 300 per day in September.

In August an average of 556 new COVID-19 cases were reported daily

A teacher goes through the alphabet—online. Like other public school districts around the West Valley taking cautious approaches to reopening classes during the pandemic, Avondale Elementary School District continues remote teaching and learning, with no in-person learning yet. (Photo courtesy Avondale School District)

in the county—a sharp fall from July, when the average of new cases was more than 2,200 per day.

Even so, the Avondale Elementary School District was not ready to reopen last week.

On Sept. 10, the district’s website posted, “Data released today states

AESD has not met the benchmarks. We will continue in remote learning.”

Similarly, Littleton Elementary Schools District’s 15 schools started remote teaching Aug. 5.

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learning starts with our youngest learners on Sept. 16,” according to LESD. “This includes all students except those in the Digital Learning Academy.”

Buckeye Elementary School District plans a slower approach: “We will begin phasing students back in by scheduled invitation for the nine instructional days between Sept. 21 and Oct. 2,” according to the district’s website.

After fall break, Oct. 12 is “the first date that the metrics requirements will have been sustained in order to allow for a full return,” according to BESD. At Agua Fria Union High School District, the board approved beginning to reopen classrooms in a hybrid model Oct. 12, according to Dennis Runyan, the district superintendent.

“This action requires that the district continue to monitor and meet the county and community safety metrics as published by the state of Arizona,” Runyan noted.

“Over the next few weeks as virtual classes continue, teachers and staff are working on the professional development modifications that would allow for a successful hybrid schedule, with appropriate safety measures for students and staff,” he added.

Similarly, said Rob Roberson, superintendent of the Buckeye Union High School District, “If things continue

to progress with us still meeting the benchmarks, we will bring all students back on campus for hybrid learning after fall break.

“The hybrid learning model will require us to assign all returning students to groups and bring them on campus in an alternating schedule to lessen the numbers of students on campus at a given time. Groups will be determined by the school and communicated to families, with the exact schedule to be used, prior to the start of the hybrid instruction.”

Tolleson Union High School District plans to reopen classrooms Oct. 9.

According to Liberty Elementary School District information posted on the district’s website, “Following the guidelines set forth from the Arizona Department of Health Services, Liberty Elementary School District has not yet met the benchmark of moderate to begin phasing back to in-person learning.

“As of Sept. 10, two of three benchmarks have been met, with benchmark 2 for positivity at 10.44% with our local district data reported by Maricopa County Public Health. When the percent positivity remains below 7% for two consecutive weeks, schools will open for hybrid instruction for families who selected in-person learning.”

Brian Cano Sr. contributed to this story.

Man arrested after attempted robbery at post office

BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

the counter and took an employee’s According to the Goodyear phone and broke it. It was Police Department, a man also reported that he began attempted to rob the Goodchasing customers and staff year Post Office, chased and and making threats of harm threatened customers and with the rock in his hand.” smashed a window there After leaving the post ofSept. 10. fice, he allegedly threw a rock Police responded to the through a window—and then Goodyear Post Office at 875 threw a rock at a parked car.

S. Estrella Parkway after Officers arrested Trevon a call that “a male suspect Trevon Cotton, 27, faces Cotton, 27, and charged him (had) entered the post office, multiple charges after al- with attempted robbery, agthreatening cusrock in hand and demanded legedly gravated assault, criminal tomers and attempting money from the employees to rob the Goodyear Post damage, theft and making behind the counter,” said Office. (Photo courtesy Mar- threats. icopa County Sheriff’s Office) Lisa Berry, a Goodyear PoThe post office closed for lice spokeswoman. approximately 45 minutes for cleanup “The suspect reportedly jumped over before reopening, Berry said.

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West Valley bars reopen amid COVID-19 guidelines

BY ADIANNA BERMUDEZ AND JOYCELYN CABRERA Cronkite News

Just in time for Labor Day, many bar owners around the West Valley and beyond received approval to reopen.

But as Arizona bars reopened after months of being shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, owners and managers are struggling to comply with state health department regulations that require logistical twists.

One Phoenix bar owner has adapted by moving operations outdoors while another said he has three bars with different limitations.

“You’re allowed to be open, but you can’t really function,” said Frank Vairo, who owns bars in Phoenix.

Businesses can only reopen by meeting specific requirements set by the Arizona Department of Health Services. A hotline and online form are available to report complaints on the department’s website.

As of Sept. 3, the department has received 1,200 complaints, with 75% in Maricopa County—but the level of enforcement isn’t clear. Some bar owners and a health official say the system doesn’t work.

“You have this environment where bars and nightclubs are opening, and the open question to me is, what does the compliance system look like for ensuring bars and nightclubs operate safely?” said Will Humble, executive director for the nonprofit Arizona Public Health Association.

The system is based on COVID-19 transmission level. Health officials released a report on Aug. 27 categorizing each county’s COVID-19 transmission level, with Maricopa County deemed moderate.

Businesses affected by a reopening pause in June were allowed to partially reopen without direct approval from the AZDHS if their county’s transmission level was listed as moderate or minimal for at least two weeks. The only requirement is to sign a form that states their commitment to the guidelines.

Bars and nightclubs must follow the requirements listed by the AZDHS according to their county’s community spread level. In the “moderate” level,

The patio at Thunderbird Lounge in West Phoenix lends itself to social distancing. Some owners and managers of other bars are struggling to comply with state regulations. (Photo courtesy Charles Barth)

bars and nightclubs can open at 50% capacity only if converted to a restaurant service.

The requirements for restaurants and bars include social distancing measures and mask mandates. Dancing, karaoke, and games of darts or pool are not allowed.

Jamie Bates is the manager of Bull Shooters Billiards & Sports Bar in Phoenix, just outside Glendale.

“I wish they could assess each business on its own,” Bates said. “We’re a pool hall first, so we have 45 pool tables, 15 dartboards, and that’s what people come here for. So, when one of the mandates is ‘no parlor games’—we might as well not even be open, honestly. That’s really hurting us.”

The state has shut down three bars.

Two Scottsdale bars were cited for violating state restrictions on their first day of being open. Casa Amigos and Bottled Blonde were ordered to shut down immediately, according to news accounts.

A Tempe bar, Glow Shot and Cocktails, also was ordered to close.

The Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control suspended the liquor licenses of Casa Amigos and Bottled Blonde Aug. 28 for not following the guidelines, according to a news release.

Representatives for Casa Amigos declined to comment. Bottled Blonde and Glow Shots and Cocktails could not be reached for comment.

“Detectives will continue to enforce public health orders and take immediate actions against licensees who are observed showing general disregard for the

welfare and safety of others,” said John Cocca, Department of Liquor director, in the news release.

According to the department’s May report, it conducted 225 routine liquor inspections by the end of the fiscal year in June. Since July, there have been 166 routine inspections.

Also in June, 481 site inspections were completed. Since July, 389 site inspections have been completed.

The AZDHS website has a hotline and online form to report establishments that are not complying with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for general health safety or abiding by AZDHS requirements for businesses.

It’s not popular with some bar owners.

“I don’t like it at all,” Bates said. “It forces us to walk on eggshells. Even if we’re doing everything right, if we make someone mad at all or they get mad, they can complain for any reason.”

An ADHS spokeswoman said many steps are taken before an establishment is closed down for a violation.

“ADHS coordinates with the local public health departments and the Department of Liquor Licenses and Control (DLLC) to verify complaint claims prior to implementing any enforcement action,” ADHS spokeswoman Holly Poynter wrote. “While we are committed to strict enforcement of the requirements outlined at azhealth.gov/businessCOVID19, we do our best to work with businesses to bring them into compliance first.

“If a business is found to violate the COVID-19 prevention requirements,

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Federal unemployment set to expire soon

BY HOWARD FISCHER

Gov. Doug Ducey has no plans to use state resources to make up for the fact that more than 430,000 Arizonans will see their jobless benefits cut by more than half within weeks.

“It’s on Congress,’’ the governor said Sept. 10 when asked about the rapidly depleting federal account which is providing unemployed Arizonans with an extra $300 a week.

Michael Wisehart, the director of the state Department of Economic Security, said recently that it could be the last week for the extra payments. And he said when the end comes it will be sudden, with no advance warning.

That will leave Arizonans who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own—some due to Ducey’s policies shuttering or curtailing certain businesses—with a maximum of $240 a week.

On one hand, the governor said the state does have “money in the bank.’’

“We have been financially responsible,’’ Ducey said. But he called questions by Capitol Media Services about the state filling in some, if not all, of the lost benefits “hypothetical.”

The answer, he said, is congressional action.

And if that doesn’t happen? Ducey’s message to unemployed Arizonans was simple.

“Plan ahead,’’ the governor said.

He also brushed aside questions of whether he could live on $240 a week if there is no deal.

“This is on Congress,’’ Ducey said.

It was an executive action by Trump that allocated $44 million in August to provide the extra $300 a week in benefits after Congress failed to reach an agreement about continuing the $600 weekly bonus. Ducey put Arizona’s share of that at $725 million.

The Republican-controlled Senate recently did consider a bill with funds for $300 supplemental benefits. But it is considered dead on arrival because Democrats want $600 payments, hazard pay for essential workers and a second round of stimulus checks.

Arizona does have the money.

Aides to the governor said Ducey has set aside $400 million in cash from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, some of that money he acknowledged he did not divide up among Arizona cities, towns and counties.

Ducey, however, has some other ideas about how he wants to spend those dollars. That includes providing some financial relief for businesses who are facing higher unemployment taxes by the end of the year.

The 430,000 Arizonans now collecting benefits is 16% more than the 371,100 for the week ending Aug. 8.

ADHS consults legal counsel on potential next steps. This may include seeking a temporary restraining order, issuing a citation, or even the immediate temporary closure of an establishment until health guidance is met,” her email said.

Jeremiah Gratza, a co-owner of Thunderbird Lounge in West Phoenix, switched his bar to a restaurant style of operating. He said they set up 25 tables in their 4,000-square-foot patio. A host seats customers after taking their temperatures. Bartenders take drink orders at the tables.

“You never have to get up and leave your table,” Gratza said.

Thunderbird Lounge has received positive feedback from customers, he said, adding that visitors have respected the new rules and have been “super friendly, super warm and super inviting.”

Humble, the public health advocate, wonders whether the state can bring bars and restaurants that don’t have safety protocols into compliance.

“I don’t know if there’s going to be a decent enforcement program—which means that the bars and nightclubs will likely start amplifying the virus, as happened in May and June,” Humble said.

“Unless they put in a good compliance system to ensure nobody cheats.”

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County program provides nearly $1 million in rental assistance, with more on the way

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Maricopa County’s program to help people who are struggling to pay rent provided nearly $1 million during its first month of operation.

Since the County COVID Rental Assistance (CCRA) program launched July 15, more than 300 households have received a combined 662 months (or $993,000) of paid rent.

“There is an incredible need for rent assistance because of the economic downturn due to COVID-19,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Clint Hickman, District 4. “That’s why the board unanimously approved $30 million to fund this program using money from the CARES Act. We don’t want one crisis to lead to another.”

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tem were developed, agreements with Community Action Programs (CAPs) were established, staff were recruited, hired and trained (ongoing) and CCRA launched July 15.

“Every two weeks my department will post the number of started and completed applications, so everyone has a complete picture of our progress,” said Bruce Liggett, director of Maricopa County Human Services Department, which is administering the program. “We are helping people through the application process so the money gets to those who truly need it.”

For information on program guidelines and referrals, visit maricopa.gov/ covidrenthelp.

The county provided the following update on the program: • Prescreen applications submitted—2,388.

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• Deemed ineligible—757.

• Complete applications with documents—822.

• Complete applications awaiting

disposition—499.

• Households approved and assistance provided—323.

• Months approved and assistance provided—662.

There are three ways renters can apply for County COVID Rental Assistance: • Apply on maricopa.gov/covidrenthelp.

• Apply at one of 13 Community County has provided nearly $1 million for rental asAction sites (listed at maricopa. Maricopa sistance, with more to come. (Photo courtesy Maricopa County) gov/covidrenthelp).

• Applicants for the Arizona Depart- served basis. The program allows for retment of Housing Rental Assistance roactive payments beginning in March, program will also be considered. and funds will be distributed through According to the county, applications mid-December 2020 or when rental assisare being processed on a first-come, first- tance funds have been fully expended.

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Hello, Arizona!

Editor: We moved to Arizona from New York’s Long Island in the summer of 2019 for all the standard reasons: lower taxes, nicer climate and extremely better “bang for your buck” with respect to home value. Being avid target shooters, enjoying our Second Amendment rights here compared to New York has been virtually incomparable.

We are both politically independent and have always voted from our hearts for whomever we felt had the timber to do the job. We’ve been generally impressed with our new home state’s growth and management while understanding that no place can be all things to all people.

As I read the letters section, I’m encouraged by the display of opposing views on so many timely topics.

Each of us will ultimately determine what we feel is important for the well being of our own lives on Nov. 3. Some will most assuredly think past themselves for their personally perceived benefit to the state they live in and the country as well as the rest of the entire world. Amazing thing about this country, being able to pull a lever and make your mark count in an election.

We have enjoyed reading your great paper each week keeping us informed about all the happenings in our area, and we thank you for the all encompassing coverage your staff consistently puts together.

We were impressed when Yuma decided against becoming a “Sanctuary City.” Now that we are residents of a border state, we felt that a strong border would enhance the validity for the many people that have been following the path of legally becoming a U.S. citizen. As this type of debate continues, we’re still at a loss about why this process can’t be made more timely and efficient for those who decide to follow the laws as they’re

presently written. If a particular candidate feels that our borders should be opened up for anyone to come here from anywhere in the world, we feel it would not be beneficial to Arizona in particular.

Additionally, as we pay $950 each month for my wife’s very good health insurance. If a particular candidate feels that someone entering our country illegally is entitled to free health care, we feel that’s not very fair to us personally.

While I understand that what I’m discussing is a myopically small part of the whole picture, I felt it important to share the thoughts I have because at least for now I’m able to.

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Bipartisan thoughts

Editor: There are three issues I have. First, to show I am bipartisan, the Russian involvement in the 2016 election has been way overblown by cable news. Yes, they spent less than $3 million in Facebook ads, but that is a false equivalency. Our oligarchs Soros, Koch and other dark money sources spend that in one day— not to mention AIPAC, the Israel lobby— all of which have had far more influence on our elections than Russia. HRC and the DNC need to look in the mirror as to why they lost the 2016 election. MSM has a bad habit of omitting important information for our oligarchs—for example, getting rid of money in politics and raising taxes on the 0.01%, both of which have vast majority bipartisan support.

Second, the cost of health care, single payer or Medicare for All; the real-world reality or facts, not speculation. France, which is second to the U.S. in percentage of GDP per capita spent on health care, is just above half of what we spend. One downside to M4A is doctors are not paid

as much—still middle class by many standards. With an average of 500,000 a year bankruptcy claims due to medical bills the past 10 years in the U.S., it’s not just a moral obligation—it’s fiscally responsible, too. To be clear, real-world stats, not speculation. Also there are two examples of government-controlled health care: our own VA and the U.K. M4A is a private business funded by the government (single payer), not socialized. Though VA and U.K. have many issues, as does M4A, they are still far better than our insane, employer-based, for-profit health care we currently have.

Third, corruption. There are many things I absolutely agree with Libertarians on; however, the government being the only threat to our freedoms is historically and unequivocally false.

I’ll let Teddy Roosevelt (1913) explain: “There was once a time in history when the limitation of governmental power meant increasing liberty for the peo-

ple. In the present day the limitation of governmental power, of governmental action, means the enslavement of the people by the great corporations.”

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Council recently approved “Crystal LaThe only waves actually produced? goons, Island Resort,” an 11-acre wa- Via the local news. ter paradise purported to include padThat was also about the time the prodleboarding, scuba diving and boogie posal for Decades, a rock ’n’ roll amuseboarding—plus “water jetpacks.” ment park sited in Eloy, didn’t pan out.

Whatever the hell those are.

I was psyched for that one, since the Naturally, Glendale electeds voted to developers touted rides named after waive $1 million in fees for the devel- rockers like Jerry Lee Lewis and John oper and employ a sweetheart financing Fogerty. It ended up a no-go. deal known as a GPLET, which allows Down the road in Florence, so did the builder to avoid paying property tax- “Coyote Canyon,” which was supposed es for 25 years. to feature roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, That’s predicated on the project being water attractions and the park’s very own built, of course, which I doubt. Not to train station. sound cynical, but, like I said, I’ve been These theme parks all sound great, following theme park news for years. but in the end they all seem to share one The projects all follow a similar pat- thing: The only people who get taken for tern: They get announced amid much a ride are the goofy politicians who brag braggadocio, make zero progress for about them. years, then quietly expire.

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Buckeye and Goodyear have had plenty of publicity for rapid-fire gated communities pumping up their spots on the fastest-growing cities in the country.

But watch out—here comes Avondale, on the outside lane.

Harvard Investments is closing the first phase of a massive, 350-acre master-planned community in Avondale.

Verde Trails will be at the southwest corner of 107th Avenue and Broadway Road in Avondale, near Sunset Farms and Lions Gate communities.

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by Ashton Woods, Meritage Homes and Pulte Homes.

“Harvard’s interest in Avondale goes back many years, as it’s a great in-fill city that has remaining development opportunities and infrastructure,” said Harvard Investments Vice President Tim Brislin.

He said that, after groundbreaking on the first phase coming soon, “The strong market is accelerating the timing for our future phases. We estimate the build-out of homes in the next three to five years.”

Harvard Investments is a Scottsdale-based real estate investment and development firm.

This will be a “green” community, with emphasis on open space.

“The heart of Verde is a tremendous assortment of parks interconnected with off-street trails,” Brislin said.

Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise likes that, noting Verde Trails’ “4.7 acre neighborhood park and vast trail system add to the quality of life experience. ...

Avondale is excited to see the buildout of Verde Trails as a quality residential community that residents can come home to.”

• Buying a car isn’t what it used to be.

In fact, places like Carvana will sell you a car—online.

It’s a very COVID-friendly operation: “Browse used cars online and have your next vehicle delivered to your door with as soon as next day delivery.”

The online auto retailer is hiring 100 for its Tolleson inspection center “to fill multiple positions spanning entry-level inventory associates, automotive technicians, and auto body and paint technicians for its newest vehicle inspection center in Tolleson.”

Carvana’s vehicle inspection center is at 600 S. 94th Avenue, near the JBS meat-packing facility.

After a recent job fair, the company still lists multiple job openings. For more information, visit carvana.com/careers.

• Also on the jobs front: Viable Staffing Solutions of Avondale is joining staffing agencies from across the nation in celebrating National Staffing Employee Week through Sept. 20.

According to American Staffing Association, which organizes staffing week, 67,200 temporary and contract employees work in the staffing and recruiting industry every week.

“National Staffing Employee Week salutes the temporary and contract employees who contribute to the economy of Arizona and that of the entire nation,” said Greg Johnson, CEO of Viable Staffing Solutions.

He said Viable is celebrating National Staffing Employee Week by providing associates with a referral bonus for new job seekers, giving away gift cards and delivering gifts to associates.

For job listings or more information, visit vssjobs.com or call 602-283-3770.

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BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

State officials are trying to stave off what they fear could be a spike in suicides, possibly linked to the COVID-19 outbreak and the depression that can go along with that among victims and family members.

Health Director Cara Christ acknowledged last week she has no hard figures on suicides since the outbreak. That’s because she said it takes six months for her agency to get death certificates.

But Gov. Doug Ducey said the indications are there.

“According to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, Americans reporting symptoms of depression registered a threefold jump compared to before the pandemic,” he said.

And Ducey said the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that more than 1 out of every 10 adults reported thoughts of suicide in the past 30 days, more than double from two years earlier.

He said these are more than numbers, representing family, friends, coworkers and acquaintances.

“Many of them are struggling during this time of increased isolation and heightened stress,” the governor said.

“And we must be there for them.”

And Ducey said some groups are more vulnerable, including seniors, veterans and young people.

Christ said Arizona already had a problem before the pandemic. She said a survey of teens produced some “alarming insights” about the issue.

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But it doesn’t stop there.

She said nearly 21% of high schoolers indicated they had contemplated suicide, 16% had made a plan, 10% actually attempted to kill themselves and 4% said that attempt resulted in an injury that required medical attention.

And even before kids get to high school, it’s an issue: Suicide is the leading cause of death in Arizona of children ages 10 through 14.

“As a mother, this information is worrisome,” Christ said.

Several speakers said suicide is not just an issue for teens.

Wanda Wright, director of the state Department of Veterans’ Services, rattled off her own statistics.

She said veterans account nationally and in Arizona for 18% of total suicides,

twice their share of the U.S. population.

And Wright said the risk of suicide for veterans in Arizona is three time higher than non-veterans—and four times higher for older veterans.

State schools chief Kathy Hoffman and Jami Snyder, director of the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, detailed some of the programs being offered to provide mental health counseling, many of them through schools.

Ducey also boasted about the state putting $20 million in the budget last year for additional guidance counselors. But schools also can use that cash for social workers and school resource officers, the latter category made up of police officers stationed at schools.

The governor did not dispute that, even with that, the state has among the highest ratio of students per available guidance counselor. He said, though, the dedicated dollars are a major investment in a state that several years ago had a $1 billion deficit.

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Live art lives.

While many galleries provided online exhibits during the pandemic, “to re-engage with the community face-toface in a safe, creative environment,” West Valley Arts is presenting Expressions of the West Valley.

The “live” exhibit features local artists Betty Shults, Frank Williams and Gerald Schwartz through Friday, Oct. 9, at the Arts HQ Gallery, 16126 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise.

Shults, who lives in Sun City, works with acrylic and oil on canvas.

Williams, of Goodyear, uses iron and cactus for Southwest sculpture and masks. Schwartz, also of Goodyear, creates landscapes with oils on canvas.

Gallery occupancy will be limited to 30 people, and reservations are required for the free exhibit. All visitors must wear masks or face coverings, and social distancing will be enforced.

Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. For reservations, visit westvalleyarts.org.

An exhibit reception is planned from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18. Space is limited, and registration is required.

“We are thrilled to be reopening at a time when the healing and calming power of the arts have never been more important as West Valley Arts continues its long-standing tradition of providing the community with access to and a resource for arts expression,” WVA President and CEO Sandra Bassett said.

“Our legacy is reflected in the depth and breadth of West Valley artists with whom we collaborate and to members of the community who are the real beneficiaries of these arts and cultural experiences.”

West Valley Arts also recently hosted a West Valley Arts Online Exhibition.

All submissions to the exhibit, including award winners, can be viewed at westvalleyarts.org.

Betty Shults, Frank Williams and Gerald Schwartz have works on display at West Valley Arts.

(Images courtesy West Valley Arts)

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Following weeks of online learning, students at Western Maricopa Education Center’s four campuses returned to class for in-person instruction Sept. 9.

West-MEC—a public career technical education district that provides career training programs for both high school and adult students—welcomed around 2,200 students to experience campus and meet the other West-MEC students at nine campuses, including Buckeye and students in their individual ca- Glendale, returned to classrooms Sept. 9. They were required to wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines. (Photo courtesy reer technical training programs. West-MEC) Two West-MEC campuses are in the West Valley: the Central videos on cars and online lessons. You Campus in Glendale and Southwest get to actually be there to walk through Campus in Buckeye. every single step of learning about the Students were required to don masks cars,” he said. and stay socially distant as much as For others like Alexia Schuyleman, possible. a senior in the veterinary sciences Caleb Rushing, a senior in West- program at West-MEC, the return to MEC’s automotive technology pro- in-person learning is important, too. gram, even enjoyed getting to do munFor her, being in the classroom and dane tasks like mopping the floor of labs is the reason she wanted to enroll the school’s car shop, knowing it was at West-MEC in the first place. a step toward getting to actually work “It’s amazing being back. We get on cars again. that person-to-person connection with He said that he immediately felt “a our teachers and classmates,” she said. different vibe” compared to the im- “And in this program it means hopeportant-but-limited online learning en- fully we’ll be able to actually work the vironment. animals soon, too.”

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Last week, the Boys and Girls Clubs hosted a “first putt” for the annual Avondale Mayor’s Cup—now called the Avondale Championship Open.

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Some try home schooling as alternative to distance learning

BY CARRIE SNIDER

West Valley View Contributing Writer

With all West Valley school districts still online and finalizing plan allowing students to return to classrooms, some parents are taking matters into their own hands—by home schooling.

Kayleigh Kozak withdrew her children from public school two weeks before the first day. The Kozaks had been tossing around the idea of possibly home schooling, rather than face the stress of virtual schooling and the unknowns of when or how in-person school would be in the future.

“I knew that if they were going to be home, doing school we might as well home-school and do what worked for us on our own time and at our own pace,” said Kozak, who lives in Goodyear. “I also was not a big fan of putting my children in front of a screen for eight hours a day.”

Her kids’ mental health was at the top of her mind, so the stay-at-home mom postponed her plans of applying for nursing school to offer the extra stability she felt they needed. However, Kozak had never home-schooled before. Thankfully, she knew many who did, and they offered support.

“We have no idea what we’re doing, but I know we are putting our best foot forward,” she explained.

She has a fifth-grader, second-grader, first-grader, plus a 4-year-old and 2-yearold. After a lot of research, Kozak realized that while many great curriculums exist, she could customize her children’s learning on her own. One thing they’ve enjoyed is the flexibility of learning from anywhere.

For the Kozaks, being able to home-school from anywhere has been a huge plus. (Photos courtesy the Kozaks)

They visited California and learned about the state and the coast and actually got to see it. “When we go up north in the woods to our family cabin, I have printed things like worksheets and informational packets about deer or trees, or I found this one cool thing that was like a nature walk and we did that. I’m just trying to be intentional with them and do more hands-on.”

While not everything has gone perfectly—math has been a challenge, since the way Kozak learned math is different from how her children have been learning it— they try to focus on learning together to succeed. The kids do miss their friends, which is influencing what they’ll do once distance learning is done and schools are meeting consistently in person.

“I am 100% ready for these kids to be back in school,” Kozak said. “They need that environment and everything else that comes along with school, not even just the educational aspect.”

Letting the kids help decide Goodyear resident Alyse Hassell and her family decided in July that they’d make the switch from a local charter school to home-school.

“Nothing about this upcoming year was sitting good for me,” she explained.

“My oldest struggled with online school during the spring. And I worried about him.”

She asked her kids what they preferred, and they weighed the options and choose home schooling over virtual school or in-person school in masks. Hassell has a fourth-grader, a second-grader, a preschooler and a baby.

While Hassell had never homeschooled before, her mother had homeschooled her for a short time, and Hassell has many friends who already home-school who offered their advice.

“So far it has been wonderful,” she said. “I know that there will be hiccups along the way. Math has by far been our hardest subject. I have found that if I present it as a game, it has gone much smoother.”

Currently the plan is to home-school in the short term, but she’s open to going longer. “It’s been a blessing for our family. I know it isn’t right for everyone, but it’s working out for us.”

Making the switch

Home schooling is also working for Sandra Merritt, who switched her kids to home school starting in July. She was already supplementing in the afterschool hours, and she got a strong impression to take a more active role in their education.

Merritt family recently switched to home school, where mom Sandra is At the end of last The able to adapt the lessons for all ages. (Photos courtesy the Merritts) school year, her schoolage children got headaches from spend- be used with a wide age range and then ing so much time online, plus Zoom adapted for each of her three children. So classes kept failing. They tried home far, the flexibility and family connection schooling over the summer. is a huge plus of home schooling. They “For us the benefits far outweighed also joined a local home-school group the cons,” Merritt said. “I studied a lot and are enjoying those social outlets. of different methods of home schooling “We can go at our own pace, and there as well as researched what would be re- is a marked improvement in information quired for my state. I learned about each retention as well as less fighting. The kids child’s individual learning styles and are learning life skills as well, since they how best to reach them utilizing my own have more chores and responsibilities. If talents and teaching style.” the kids and I like it enough, we will defiMerritt found a curriculum that can nitely continue with full time.”

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Montgomery Lee

Montgomery Lee passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 2, 2020. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, grand uncle, mentor, and friend. Monty was born in Phoenix on May 22, 1952 to Jack and Anna Lee. He grew up in Coolidge, AZ. In high school, he was a speech and debate champion and served as president of the Speech club. Upon graduation from high school, he attended Arizona State University, where he met his future wife, Alice. The two were married in 1972. In 1975, Monty graduated from ASU with his bachelor's degree in political science. He earned his JD from the University of Arizona College of Law in 1978. Monty began his career as a Deputy Pinal County Attorney in 1978 before joining the Arizona Attorney General's Office in Phoenix as a staff Assistant Attorney General in 1981. In 1991, Monty was appointed as the Licensing & Enforcement Section Chief Counsel. He spent the rest of his career at the Attorney General's Office, administering legal representation and litigation services to state professional and occupational licensing boards, commissions, and departments. Throughout his career, he also supervised a large team of attorneys and support staff, many of whom became his friends.

Monty's daughter was born in 1985, and his son was born in 1988. Always a family man, he often met his family for lunches during the work week and spent evenings at home playing board games and Sega Genesis games. He also taught his children to play his favorite sports: golf, volleyball, and tennis. Monty coached his children's sports teams and attended every game, concert, and family night at school. He was notorious for standing in line to secure the hottest toys for Christmas. As his children grew up, the family took many vacations to California, especially Disneyland.

He enjoyed all the rides, but especially Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes and Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters.

In 2015, Monty retired from the Attorney General's Office. He spent the next several years enjoying all his favorite activities: spending time with his wife and family, traveling, golfing, playing games, watching movies, and taking trips to the store. In 2018, his grandson was born. The two shared a special bond and enjoyed playing cars, building blocks, coloring with markers, and singing together. Monty is survived by his wife of 48 years, Alice (Raleigh) Lee; his daughter, Allison (Lee) Mills (Ben Mills); his son, Connor Lee; his grandson, Oliver Mills; and his soon-to-be-born granddaughter. A private burial was held on Thursday, Sept.

10. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, please make all donations to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

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Tarry Lee Groves

Mr. Tarry Lee Groves, age 71, of Goodyear, Arizona passed away on September 2, 2020 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born on March 4, 1949 to Vernon Groves and Shirley Reed in Johnson City, Illinois. Services are private at this time.

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Regina Odachowski Gregorek

Regina Odachowski Gregorek, 98, of Baltimore, Maryland passed away at the home of her daughter and son-in-law in Goodyear, Arizona on August 29, 2020.

She was born on September 7, 1921 in the Fells Point neighborhood to Stephanie and Walter Odachowski.

Services will be held September 11, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Avondale, AZ 85392. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Arizona Friends of Talking Book Library.

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Kimberly Ann Brown Kimberly Ann Brown, age 42 of Buckeye, Arizona passed away September 3rd 2020. Kim was born January 14, 1978 to Dale and Clara Brown. She attended Buckeye Union High School. Kim was always able to fill a room with laughter and always knew how to have a good time.

Hakuna Matata she would say. Kim is survived by her two sisters Gaberial Brown and Stephanie Wingfield and one brother, Tim Brown. She is preceded in death by her mother and father. She was an amazing aunt to all her nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed.

A celebration of life will be held from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM on Friday, September 18th at White Tanks Southern Baptist Church, 1420 North 192nd Avenue, Buckeye, AZ, USA.

Mr. Mark Francis Prenovost

Mr. Mark Francis Prenovost, age 65, of Avondale, Arizona passed away onAugust 24, 2020 in Avondale, Arizona. He was born on October 3, 1954 to Leo and Barbara Prenovost in Phoenix, Arizona. Mark worked at St. Joseph’s hospital for 25 years, and received his pharmacy tech certification in 2004. He was known as a jack-ofall-trades and had the ability to do almost anything that came his way. Services are private at this time. The family suggests that donations be made to the Salvation Army in Mark’s name.

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Bob Bourland Means II

Bob Bourland Means II, age 73, of Goodyear, Arizona passed away on September 2, 2020 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born on April 15, 1947 to Bob Bourland Means and Lucille Baird in Alameda, California.

Services are private at this time.

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Mary Cunningham

Mary Cunningham, age 95, of Tonopah, Arizona passed away on September 4, 2020 in Tonopah, Arizona. She was born on April 25, 1925 to John M. Pannell and Donnie M. Davis in Amherst, Texas. She will be forever missed. Services are private at this time.

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Bennie Dry Bennie Dry, a long-time Santa Fe businessman, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 5, 2020, at his home in Litchfield Park, Arizona, after a 3-year battle with lung cancer.

Bennie graduated from Santa Fe High School where he met his wife of 56 years, Patsy. Bennie and Patsy attended the University of New Mexico until they purchased his family's wholesale gas distribution business in the late 1970's. Bennie went on to hold various positions at several Santa Fe businesses until he and Patsy retired in the late 1990's. Bennie continued to manage properties he and Patsy own in Santa Fe until his death.

After retirement, Bennie and Patsy split their time between Santa Fe and Litchfield Park (where they first purchased a home in 1980) so Bennie could continue to pursue his first love, golf. Yes, Patsy was his second love. Bennie could be found on the golf course most days of the week. Until just three weeks ago, Bennie played golf several times a week while carrying his portable oxygen machine.

Outside of golf, spending time with his children, grandchildren, great-grandson and many long-term friends also brought him great joy and happiness. And Bennie loved to maintain his beautifully landscaped yards. Bennie was a man of principle and honor who always put his family first and was also known for his great jokes and quick wit. He will be missed.

Bennie is survived by his wife Patsy, their sons Brad (Julee) and Randy (Ocean), grandchildren Jenifer (Kasey), Corey (Jessica), Quinlan, Savannah, greatgrandson Cade, and sister Virginia Berry. He is preceded in death by his parents Cotton (L.V.) and Helen Dry, and in-laws Sherman and Emille Payne.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Lung Association www.lung.org or the American Cancer Society www.cancer.org/ There will be a private family service at a later date.

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Hiring Caregivers, Program Leads and Managers. Offering additional incentive pay through August 31st in the West Valley.

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Paid training provided. Must be 21+yrs, w/ good driving record & reliable transportation.

Apply at www.aires.org or visit us at 2140 W. Greenway Rd, Ste 140, Phoenix.

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West Valley View CLASSIFIEDS WORK! Call 623-535-8439

Reputable feed mill in Buckeye looking for a Full time bagging machine operator. Will need to be able to lift 50 lbs. stack bags and keep track of count.

Forklift experience is plus.

Full benefits offered along with 401k.

We are ESOP employer.

Candidates are welcome to apply online at www.westernmilling.com at the careers center. Walk ins are welcome.

Face masks required.

Apply at 29700 W. Lower River Buckeye Rd. Buckeye 602-251-3600

*Not A Licensed Contractor

HANDYMAN - 37 years experience. Drywall, framing, plumbing, painting, electrical, roofing and more. Stan 602-434-6057

ROOMS/ ROOMMATES Furnished Bedroom and private bath, available in private home October 1st.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Car for Sale?

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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: 16109 W. JEFFERSON ST., LLC II The address of the registered office is: 16109 W. Jefferson Street, GOODYEAR, AZ, 85338 The name of the Statutory Agent is: Dona M. Stone III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MEMBER Scott B. Stone / Dona M. Stone, both of PO Box 1272, OVERGAARD, AZ, 85933 Published West Valley View /Business, Sept 8, 16, 23, 2020 / 33038

PUBLIC NOTICE ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: TACOS LOS TRES COMPADRES LLC II The address of the registered office is: 608 E Monoe Ave, BUCKEYE, AZ 85326 The name of the Statutory Agent is: Hamid Kazi III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MEMBER Hamid Kazi, Jesus Adrian Suarez Rojas, Francisco Javier Vera Soberanes, all of 608 E Monoe Ave, BUCKEYE, AZ, 85326 Published West Valley View / Business Sept 9, 16, 23, 2020 / 33036

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CARPET CLEANING/ REPAIR

CLEANING

COOPER’S CARPET CLEANING TILE & GROUT

Carpet, Tile-Grout, & Air Duct Cleaning

37 Years Experience

602.550.7732

OwnerOperator

Licensed/Bonded/Insured

CONCRETE / MASONRY

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

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Honey Do List Too Long?

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If It’s Broken, We Can Fix It!

Commercial & Residential

Check out the Handyman Section!

CONTRACTORS RESIDENTIAL

COMMERCIAL

HOMES

BUILDINGS

PATIOS

DECKS

KITCHENS

ROOM ADDITIONS

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

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$

Good Condition = More $$$ Best Prices!

Fast, free pickup!

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“We’ll work together to make your dream project come true.”

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

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

AIR CONDITIONING

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BROKEN SPRINGS

623-225-1930

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623.556.8378

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GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

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SUPERCHARGED

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ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

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LANDSCAPING VISTA VISTA VISTA

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Garage Doors & Openers

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GLASS SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL SPECIALISTS FOR ALL YOUR INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PROJECTS

Don’t let your broken panes...

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Your Custom Remodeling Specialist For All Your Home Improvement Needs!

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Quality Attention to Every Detail

HOME REPAIR L.L.C.

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Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166

602-931-0904

For Discount Coupons Visit www.AlbrechtandSon.com Licensed/Bonded/Insured Limited Liability Corp • ROC #155822 KB02

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MEDICAL SERVICES

Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly

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HOA REPAINT REPAINT SPECIALIST HOA SPECIALIST HOA REPAINT SPECIALIST ROC#302675 • Fully ROC#302675 • Fully Insured Insured jppaintpros445@gmail.com jppaintpros445@gmail.com

Free Estimates Jack Pacheco Jack Pacheco

Not a licensed contractor

602-422-3648 602-422-3648

LANDSCAPING

PAINTING

Lawn Care

BRANDENBURG PAINTING Interior & Exterior

Residential & Commercial, Big Properties

• Tree Trimming

• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

FREE ESTIMATES

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

CALL BOB

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Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens

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Retaining Walls.

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Outdoor Kitchens.

Curbing.

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Residential • Commercial Family Owned & Operated In Arizona Since 1977 www.demersglass.com

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Landscape Maintenance Services

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

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Showroom & Parts Store

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LANDSCAPING Landscape 602.301.3429

• Tree, Bushes & Palm Trimming • Weed Removal, Spray • Tree & Tree Stump Removal • General Cleaning • Landscape Maintenance • All Type Garbage Removal

Garage Doors

ELECTRICAL

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Call or Text to: 602-677-0483

Not a licensed contractor

Family Owned & Operated

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allstarelectricaz.com

WHY PAY MORE? Mike 714-742-4527

LANDSCAPING

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE

Horticultural Consultant

Professional Advice On: Lawns, Shrubs, Trees, Citrus Trees, Palm Trees and Orchids

Repair • Service • Installation

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(Call/Text)

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Indoor/Outdoor Lighting Spa Circuits Panel Replacement/ Upgrade

Professional Handyman Over 25 Years Construction Experience

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

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We do it RIGHT the first time!

HANDYMAN

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Mike’s Lawn Service LLC • • • • • •

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

Serving the West Valley Since 1990 Not a licensed contractor

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

55

$

DRAIN CLEANING with Plumbing Inspection

Senior & Military Discounts

For All Plumbing Repairs

References Available

Mike (623) 764-1294

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

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

623.535.VIEW WEST VALLEY BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY PAINTING

ROOFING

PLUMBING

602-680-7263

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PAINTING

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

FREE ESTIMATES & MONSOON SPECIALS

30 Years Experience References Available

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BRUSH STROKE PAINTING

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PEST CONTROL

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• Fleas / Ticks • Bed Bugs

Our Goal is not to be the Biggest – Just the best!

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• Roaches

FREE SERVICE CALL

™

Water Heaters • Drain Cleaning • Faucets/Sinks • Slab Leaks Water Softeners • Toilets • Garbage Disposals

SENIOR DISCOUNTS • MILITARY DISCOUNTS

15% OFF

Any Plumbing Service Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 10/31/20

49.95

Water Heater Flush

125 OFF Water Heater Install

Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 10/31/20

Call for details.

Some restrictions may apply.

Exp 10/31/20

$

$

• 6 month guarantee • Residential / Commercial

Almeida Roofing Inc.

WE DO IT ALL! U.S.A.F. Retired. 25+ Yrs. Exp.

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623-935-9221

PLUMBING

ROOFING

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Built Stronger to Last Longer

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www.almeidaroofing.com

All types of roofing!

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FREE ESTIMATES!

26 Years Experience in the Valley!

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UPHOLSTERY FREE Estimates

Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

872-3047

POOL SERVICES

POOL TILE CLEANING Total Care Plumbing LLC Water Heaters from

585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $

Lic# 4147

PEST CONTROL Termite•Pest•Pigeon Pro’s Disinfectant, Sanitize, and Vircuide Available

FREE Quotes, Family Co. All phases of PEST control.

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

623-869-7378

Lic. 8166 BC / Est. 1981

TRIPLE “R”

PLUMBING

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800-284-2392 602-275-4888 www.biochemexterminating.com

ROOFING

623-322-9100

License #ROC209589

WINTER BROS PESTS, inc.

ROC 185143, 192987

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POOL SERVICES

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Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

A REFERRAL IS THE

• Weed and Turf control BEST COMPLIMENT

Residential, Commercial & Industrial Customers

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www.1buckeyeplumbing.com

Senior Citizen Discount 20 Years Experience

OWNER-OPERATOR

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NO CONTRACTS • PAYMENT PLANS

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with Service call. Valley Wide Service

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Licensed Bonded Insured ROC 286561

• Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks FREE Water Heater Flush

ERIC SAUNDERS

602-722-7696

SAME DAY SERVICE

Buckeye Plumbing

Lic. • Bonded

REPAINT SPECIALIST (HOA) EPOXY GARAGE FLOORS (CHIPS) CABINETS REFINISHED

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Veteran Owned

ROC #328924

Interior Exterior

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE

includes labor

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

Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair

623-385-9580 ROC 233444 Licensed • Bonded • Insured

BEFORE

AFTER

623-695-9199

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

WALK-IN BATHTUB SALE! SAVE $1,500 Walk-In Tubs

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