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NEWS ........... 12 Goodyear Library distributing tests

BUSINESS...... 19 New Marriott complex coming to Buckeye

SPORTS ......... 22 Virgen brothers’ hard work paying off at Verrado

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October 27, 2021

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University High receives national award

BY LAUREN SERRATO

West Valley View Staff Writer

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olleson’s University High School was awarded the 2021 National Blue Ribbon Schools prize, making it the only high school in Arizona to make the list.

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona recognized 325 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.

“This year’s cohort of honorees demonstrates what is possible when committed educators and school leaders create vibrant, welcoming, and affirming school cultures where rich teaching and learning can flourish,” Cardona said.

“I commend this school and all our Blue Ribbon honorees for working to keep students healthy and safe while meeting their academic, social, emotional and mental

University High School was awarded the 2021 National Blue Ribbon Schools award. Of the 325 recipients of the award across the country, University High School was the only high school from Arizona to make the list. (Photo courtesy of Joseph Ortiz)

health needs. In the face of unprecedented circumstances, you found creative ways to engage, care for, protect, and teach our children. Blue Ribbon Schools have so

much to offer and can serve as a model for other schools and communities so that we

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New community to be larger than Scottsdale

BY LAUREN SERRATO

West Valley View Staff Writer

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he Howard Hughes Corp. and Jerry Colangelo launched Douglas Ranch, a new large-scale master planned community in Buckeye.

Encompassing nearly 37,000 acres, Douglas Ranch is anticipated to become one of the leading master-planned commu-

nities in the country, with 100,000 homes, 300,000 residents and 55 million square feet of commercial development.

“Douglas Ranch and 37,000 acres is a massive project that has an incredible opportunity, a blank canvas to create the next idyllic community at the leading edge of technology and sustainability, and allow us to create a community, from the ground up, that will

deliver and meet the needs of the local residents,” said David O’Reilly, chief executive officer of The Howard Hughes Corp.

“It’s really about creating that new urban ideal, where people can live, work, play, pray and discover all in one area.” 1Residential lot sales at Douglas Ranch are scheduled to

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Award...continued from page 1 can truly build back better.”

The coveted National Blue Ribbon Schools award affirms the hard work of educators, families and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content.

The Department of Education recognizes all schools in one of two performance categories — Exemplary High-Performing Schools and Exemplary Achievement Gap-Closing Schools — based on all student scores, subgroup student scores and graduation rates.

University High School was nominated as an Exemplary High-Performing School, which means the program is among the state’s highest-performing schools as measured by state assessments or nationally normed tests.

Principal Vickie Landis said the award reflects University High’s hard work, especially following a year of school closures and online learning.

“We were excited, especially during this time of the pandemic, excited for our students, excited for our teachers and excited for our community who supports us, and it’s true validation of all the work that goes into the investment that goes into our students, out teachers, into our community, and it just couldn’t be at a better time when it’s a difficult time in our society. We are excited and looking forward to celebrating,” Landis said.

Superintendent Nora Gutierrez said Tolleson Union High School District’s commitment to academic achievement is one of the core reasons the school finds such success, in addition to the dedication of its students and teachers.

“I don’t start a meeting, I don’t end a meeting without always reminding everyone of our purpose, and our purpose is academic achievement for our students,” Gutierrez said.

“University High has just truly demonstrated that not only do they focus on academic achievement, but they’ve gone above and beyond and receiving the National Blue Ribbon as the only high school in the state is extremely telling of exactly who Univer-

NEWS sity High School is.”

Gutierrez said that she’s proud to represent the state as the only high school to make the list, and a minority district.

“We are a majority minority district, and that is extremely important to me because our students in the Tolleson Union High School District are just as capable as any other student throughout the United States, and this Blue Ribbon achievement validates that.”

Additionally, Landis said University High teachers played a major role in receiving the award.

“Our teachers are very dedicated and highly accountable to one another so they consistently attend training and go to AP trainings, they’re working on their own professional development,” Landis said. “They also dedicate their time, they’ll come in early and they stay late. They’re a great group of dedicated professionals.”

Landis and Gutierrez agreed the community’s support is one of the selling points of the high school and the city of Tolleson.

“It is a community that embraces the school, and is extremely supportive of

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Nora Gutierrez serves as the superintendent for the Tolleson Union High School District. (Photo courtesy of Joseph Ortiz)

the school, the students and the teachers. The city is extremely supportive of the school and wants to see success,” Gutierrez said. “We are one familia, and we celebrate and support each other. And you don’t feel this in most communities, but without a doubt, it exists here, and this community is one whole.”

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Buckeye...continued from page 1 begin in the first half of 2022. The master-planned community was acquired

by Howard Hughes from JDM Partners, led by Colangelo, David Eaton and Mel Shultz, and El Dorado Holdings, led

by Mike Ingram; both companies will remain as joint venture partners with HHC on Trillium, the 3,000-acre first village of Douglas Ranch.

“The launch of Douglas Ranch is momentous news for Phoenix and the state of Arizona. We are creating a city of the future — leveraging The Howard Hughes Corporation’s development expertise to build a community with limitless potential to spur growth, business expansion, economic opportunity and innovation,” said Jerry Colangelo, sports executive, businessman, and long-time Phoenix resident whose development company, JDM Partners, is one of the largest owners of entitled land in Arizona said.

“To ensure the success of Douglas Ranch, we specifically sought out The Howard Hughes Corp. for its unique capability to build exceptional communities, implement proven best-in-class practices across new platforms at significant scale, and rapidly deliver on build-to-suit opportunities to help businesses relocate.

“As we prepare to start selling homes, we are excited that Douglas Ranch has been elevated to the ranks of the Howard Hughes communities that are among the most sought-after places to live, work and thrive in the nation.”

Douglas Ranch will focus on sustainable development and technological advancement, which will help serve and drive the substantial growth that is taking place in the Valley.

It has ranked as the country’s top metropolitan area for net migration for the past three years, owing to its strong economy, low unemployment rate, business-friendly environment and educated workforce.

Phoenix has added almost 1 million residents in the last decade and is expected to grow by approximately 100,000 residents annually over the next 10 years.

The city’s West Valley showed outsized growth in new home construction in the region at over 8% per year and captured 57% of all housing demand in Phoenix. The area is positioned for

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exponential growth as long-term migration of residents and businesses is projected to continue.

David Roderique, Buckeye’s economic development director, said Douglas Ranch in its completion will be larger than the city of Scottsdale.

“This is a very significant project, and it’s going to have a huge amount of amenities, with 100,000 homes, retail, office buildings, hospitals, all kinds of development,” Roderique said.

“It is an extremely significant type of development for us. This really helps to show that the West Valley can absolutely have these types of amenities, and so we’re just thrilled about it.”

With this acquisition, The Howard Hughes Corp. now operates the country’s largest portfolio of large-scale master planned communities, with over 100,000 acres, including Summerlin in Las Vegas, and The Woodlands and Bridgeland in the Greater Houston area, which all consistently rank among the country’s best places to live.

“We have an incredible job and incredible opportunity at Howard Hughes and it’s part of what our employees hold so near and dear to their hearts, in that when we improve our residents lives, when we make our residents lives better, our customers lives better, our tenants lives better by adding great amenities, performing arts centers, walking trails, outdoor parks and areas for recreation, more people want to live in those communities, and the value of their homes go up,” O’Reilly said.

“And that’s when we’re profitable as a public company, and that symbiotic relationship between our residents and master developer is an incredibly rewarding opportunity for us and one that we have such excitement to go out and execute.”

The $600 million acquisition of the 37,000-acre Douglas Ranch is an opportunity to add a fully entitled, “shovel-ready” master-planned community to The Howard Hughes Corp.’s portfolio of award-winning communities — without hindering its already-extensive development pipeline.

With the expectation of over 1,000 lot sales in 2022, Douglas Ranch can replicate the self-funding business model synonymous with Howard Hughes Corp.’s other large-scale master-planned communities.

Conceptual land plan for Trillium, the first village within Douglas Ranch. (Image courtesy of Cristina Carlson)

“The characteristics of this community are vastly similar to HHC’s other MPCs across the country, with a prime location, strong demographics in a thriving job market, high barriers to entry, and limited competition,” O’Reilly said.

“Phoenix ranks as one of the country’s most affordable metropolitan areas, and as it continues its dynamic growth as an extremely well-situated regional hub, Phoenix’s West Valley is the ideal location for people and businesses looking to thrive for generations to come.”

Douglas Ranch is projected to become home to over 300,000 residents .

It is positioned in the pathway of Phoenix’s significant growth in the West Valley and has access to I-10 through the Sun Valley Parkway.

Additionally, Douglas Ranch is located near the future home of the I-11 interstate, which is projected to create

$30 billion to $60 billion of economic impact in the region. I-11 will connect Phoenix, Las Vegas and Southern California, and eventually establish a new trade route between Canada and Mexico by way of Idaho, Arizona and Nevada.

“Douglas Ranch will be a catalyst for growth, an economic boon for Arizona, and an ideal strategic fit within our HHC portfolio,” said Jay Cross, president of The Howard Hughes Corp.

“As we shape our cities of tomorrow and deliver the new urban experiences that people and businesses are seeking today, we are designing communities with urban amenities and intelligent infrastructure integrated into expansive open settings, with convenient access to major metropolitan cities.

“This transaction presents an opportunity to implement impactful ESG initiatives to support the community and promote renewable practices.”

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BY LAUREN SERRATO

West Valley View Staff Writer

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onsidered the Oscars of the West Valley, the Best of the West Awards Dinner honored the area’s top leaders, investments and programs on Oct. 21 at State Farm Stadium.

WESTMARC recognized finalists in the categories of Economic Engine, Excellence in Innovation, Quality of Life Enhancement in the Community and Quality of Life Enhancement in Education.

“The Best of the West Awards recognize outstanding contributions to the image, lifestyle, and economy in the West Valley,” said Sintra Hoffman, WESTMARC president and chief executive officer said. “WESTMARC is proud to honor these outstanding individuals and organizations making a great impact in the West Valley.”

Hoffman acknowledged all nominees and those in attendance for their efforts, especially during the pandemic.

“We all know that last year was a

Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord was honored at the Best of the West. From left are Councilmember Laura Kaino, City Manager Julie Karins, Councilmember Bill Stipp, Councilmember Joe Pizzillo, Lord, Vice Mayor Brannon Hampton, Councilmember Sheri Lauritano and Councilmember Wally Campbell. (Photo courtesy of the city of Goodyear)

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“During the pandemic, we certainly galvanized. We have been a community that is very collaborative, but I think that came shining through this last year.”

Economic Engine The magic-themed evening kicked off the award presentation with the Economic Engine award, which recognizes individuals, organizations, businesses, facilities or programs that have created a significant economic outcome and job creation for the West Valley.

FLITE Goodyear Industrial was this year’s recipient for revitalizing and modernizing 196,823 square feet of office space and 805,169 square feet of industrial space as part of a multimillion-dollar renovation.

Runner up was the Andersen Corp. for its intent to invest more than $105 million and create over 415 jobs in its first phase buildout of a manufacturing campus in Goodyear.

Excellence in Innovation The Excellence in Innovation award recognizes those who have demonstrated an innovative concept to fulfill

a need for the West Valley residents and preserve the area’s assets or resources.

Peoria Forward was presented the Excellence in Innovation award for its partnership between the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute at ASU and the city of Peoria designated to grow and scale the entrepreneurial ecosystem and accelerate economic development.

The project uses data-driven best practices that started with an in-depth 52 analysis of the West Valley entrepreneurial community. It took into account factors such as culture, access to capital, assets and diversity.

From that data, solutions were created to address gaps with diverse pathways and programs.

Runner up was the city of Avondale’s NASCAR National Championship Watch Party for bringing three jumbotron screens to live-stream the race with a drive-in experience.

Quality of Life Enhancement in the Community The Quality of Life Community award recognizes those who have enhanced the quality of life for West Valley residents.

The Peoria Community Arts Project won for providing what the judging panel referred to as “colorful, inspiring and charming local artwork in places you least expect it.”

For instance, student artists turned metal utility boxes into public art. The panel said the project helped to make the city “a more beautiful place to live, work and visit.”

Runner up is the Goodyear Recreation Center, which the judges said was “inspired, envisioned and designed by the community, for the community.

Quality of Life Enhancement in Education The Quality of Life Community award also recognizes those who have enhanced the quality of life for West Valley residents.

West-MEC Southwest Campus was this year’s winner for supporting the

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Best...continued from page 6 education of more than 200 students per year in future facing energy and environmental sustainability programs, the training of over 6,000 APS employees and hosting on average over 250 hours of events per month of educators, entrepreneurs and civic organizations interested in creating similar programs — nationally and internationally.

The judges recognized West-MEC Southwest Campus as being a leader in “connecting students with industry to stimulate a future facing economy that celebrates sustainable local, regional and global connection shaping the West Valley into a better place to live, work and play.”

The runner up was the West Valley Microsoft Datacenter Academy for its dedication to the professional career development of students.

President’s Choice Karla Morgan, senior project manager for the Salt River Project and WESTMARC issue committee member, was presented the President’s Choice award for serving as an example of extraordinary leadership by going above and beyond in her contribution to WESTMARC. Morgan has been in economic development for more than 15 years in roles at the Arizona Department of Commerce, Arizona Commerce Authority and the town of Gilbert.

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in to be shredded off-site. The charitable donations will benefit the local services of a nonprofit organization within Avondale. Anyone can participate. Document shredding is provided in partnership with Access Information Protected.

AZ Complete Health Avondale Resource Center is located at 995 E. Riley Drive, Avondale. For more information, call 623-333-1000. sented the regional advancement award. According to WESTMARC’s official criteria, the Regional Advancements recipient must “strengthen and transform the West Valley’s position for economic growth.”

GCU President Brian Mueller accepted the award and said the university has made strides in its growth. He added the community can expect to see more from the Lopes in the years to come.

Inspiration in Leadership To end the night, Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord was presented the Inspiration in Leadership award and was honored with a standing ovation.

Now serving in her final term as mayor, Lord said her goals are to attract new business and clean industries, enhance public safety services and to develop a sustainable downtown for Goodyear.

Former Buckeye mayor Jackie Meck congratulated his friend, adding that the “West Valley is better because of Mayor Georgia Lord.”

“Mayor Lord is such an inspiration and has been a champion for not only Goodyear, but the entire West Valley,” added Neil Terry, WESTMARC board chair. “Her keen business sense has brought so much success to our region, and she truly loves and cares about her city. She is a proven leader and an amazing person.”

Moving forward, as the West Valley is officially home to over 1.7 million residents, in Lord’s words, “We are moving, we are booming in the West Valley and we’re not stopping.”

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Avondale wants feedback on sustainability plan

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he city of Avondale has introduced a new sustainability plan that will take effect in 2022 and implement new strategies to better serve its community.

Avondale is building on its reputation as a “green city” and is jumping into action to stem the worst climate

impacts on its residents and business community.

Avondale’s Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Commission announced a new Community Sustainability Plan at a recent public meeting that will create a long-term vision and pathway for how the community can combat environmental issues and take action to create a sustainable and resil-

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In Arizona, climate change is already straining many residents across the Valley, said Danae Presler, Avondale’s sustainability officer. According to the Environmental Defense Fund, these changes can cause heat-related deaths, higher electricity bills and crop losses.

“When we talk about resilience, we’re really focused on how to ensure that both people and nature are prepared for, and can thrive amongst changing conditions and hazard events like heatwaves, drought and wildfire,” Presler said.

According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), temperatures will keep rising toward the critical 1.5-degree Celsius threshold between 2030 and 2052, which shows that climate change is moving faster than our communities are on a global level.

“We are now in unprecedented territory with this warming,” Presler said. “We have seen about 1.1-Celsius warming just to date.”

Community leaders and commissioners can strengthen their response to climate change and make efforts to suppress poverty by understanding the impacts of global warming of 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

Along with climate change impacts, the Valley has also seen an influx of insects and an increase in air pollution due primarily to vehicle exhausts.

“The big elephant in the room is that we know climate change poses threats to everything from public health, to infrastructure, to our local economy and ecosystems,” Presler said. “It also calls for scaling up our actions and catalyzing these really innovative ideas to ensure that we have this vibrant future for ourselves, and our children and grandchildren.”

Extreme heat is the No. 1 threat in Arizona and has created vulnerable populations all over. It may be especially hard to escape the heat for those working outdoors or living in low-income households.

“If you’re in a low-income household, you may be choosing between

Danae Presler serves as Avondale’s sustainability officer. (Photo courtesy of the city of Avondale)

turning down your thermostat or putting food on the table or you may not be able to repair a dysfunctional air conditioning unit,” Presler said.

The community sustainability plan is a pivotal opportunity to boost innovation and put Avondale in a position to thrive in a zero-carbon, nature-positive environment with hopes that other cities will make their climate commitments and switch over to greener living.

“We have a lot of opportunities to shape what the future looks like in the next 20 to 30 years if we are able to make drastic reductions to our greenhouse gas emissions,” said Presler about emission level goals. “We want to be a part of this solution.”

Avondale is one of the first cities in the Valley to address the link between public health and the environment.

As they continue to push a communitywide effort into 2022, they hope the new sustainability plan will have all hands on deck. With community involvement at its center, Avondale’s Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Commission highly encourage local participation at the Electric Car Guest Drive Event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, and Sunday, Nov. 14, at Avondale Park and Ride, 11401 W. Hilton Way, Avondale.

“It’s so hard to get your arms around it,” said Commission Chair Billy Vaughan.

“The whole world has to come together for this, this is a massive initiative.”

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Mortgage foundation donates to Homeless Youth Connection

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he Union Home Mortgage Foundation donated $7,500 to Avondale-based Homeless Youth Connection.

The foundation is a charitable organization whose mission is to equip families with the tools and resources to achieve economic self-sufficiency.

Homeless Youth Connection eliminates barriers to graduation for homeless youth in ninth through 12th grades and creates solutions for a successful future through community support and increased awareness.

The foundation’s donation supports Homeless Youth Connection’s “Empowering Youth for the Future Program.” Through this program, it engages youth experiencing homelessness in trauma-informed, client-led, strengthsbased interventions related to housing, academics, health, hygiene, employment and independent living skills.

All services are free for youth, high school, school district or state. During the 2020 to 2021 school year, HYC

served 322 students through these programs.

“This past year has been challenging in many ways and to have the continued support from Union Home Mortgage Foundation to ensure youth experiencing homelessness can stay enrolled in school and receive assistance for basic needs, school supplies including computers and hot spots, and access to healthcare and often housing is truly incredible,” said Dawn Bogart, chief executive officer of Homeless Youth Connection.

“We are grateful for the continued support both financially and with advocacy.”

Homeless Youth Connection is one of 26 nonprofit organizations Union Home Mortgage Foundation has supported so far this year.

“At Union Home, we know the importance of education and kids having access to school regardless of any barriers. We support HYC for ensuring youth experiencing homelessness stay enrolled in school and receive the care

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they need,” said Bill Cosgrove, president and chief executive officer of Union Home Mortgage.

“Thank you, Homeless Youth Connection, for everything you do in your community and we look forward to seeing what you do in the future.”

The Union Home Mortgage Foundation was established in 2015 to help equip individuals and families with the tools and resources to achieve economic self-sufficiency, specifically through education, career readiness, financial literacy and housing.

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Libraries, health department Bay Equity, Off the Hook partner for turkey giveaway launch COVID-19 test program

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or the second year, Bay Equity Home Loans and Off the Hook Meat Shop are donating turkeys to West Valley teachers this fall.

This year’s giveaway is 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 20, at Bay Equity Home Loans, 14419 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear.

The event is focused on alleviating some of the teachers’ stress, especially after being stretched thin during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“It started when my daughter went back to school last year and we both saw that teachers were struggling and feeling the pain of this pandemic,” said Bay Equity area manager Kevin Grampp.

“We thought that we needed to do something to say thank you to all the teachers for what they do for the students in the community. My family tree is jam packed with schoolteachers and this personally means a lot to me. The Turkey for Teachers event was designed to give back

to our teachers, who are the real heroes in our community during this pandemic.”

Last year, thanks to $20,000 in donations from Bay Equity Home Loans, Off the Hook Meat Shop and other local partners, 930 turkeys were gifted during the drive-thru event. This year, the goal is to reach $25,000 in donations and hand out more than 1,500 turkeys.

“I like to say that people like to be on the winning team, and Kevin is a winner, and his project is a winner. Our teachers were so excited about the turkeys,” said Shelly Hornback, Litchfield Elementary School District community relations director.

“The second annual Turkeys for Teachers is going to be bigger. We’re raising more money, finding more partners, and sharing the message with a broader impact. With a wider platform, we’re going to be able to support more teachers and staff in our community.”

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The nasal swab test will detect The Goodyear Library is participating in a pilot proan active COVID-19 infection, gram to offer free BinaxNOW kits. (Stock Art) with results in 15 minutes.

The two Maricopa County deour community that may face challengpartments have collaborated to launch es in purchasing an at-home test kit, or this program as a part of public health’s do not have easy access to testing facilcontinued efforts to create accessible op- ities,” said MCLD Director and County portunities for COVID-19 testing. The Librarian Jeremy Reeder. district is the only library system in Mar“We recognized this partnership as an icopa County in the first phase of this opportunity to do what libraries do best program. The partnership will serve as — remove barriers to access, and to help a pilot, allowing the health department our residents experience an improved time to determine viability of expanding quality of life.” this program to other library systems in The following libraries encourage the county. pickup of the BinaxNOW kits through “We started distributing at-home the library’s curbside service. When arCOVID-19 tests through our school riving, customers should head to the despartners, and this is our next step to get- ignated curbside parking area, and call ting these tests out to the community the number listed on the sign. more broadly,” said Marcy Flanagan, the Participating libraries are Ed Robhealth department’s executive director. son, El Mirage, Fairway, Fountain Hills, “These kinds of partnerships help us Goodyear, Hollyhock, Litchfield Park, make testing available when and where North Valley Regional, Northwest Repeople need it, and it helps connect resi- gional, Queen Creek, Southeast Regiondents to community resources they may al, Sun City and White Tank libraries. not otherwise be familiar with.”

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BY SANDRA TILL, DO

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ince the beginning of the pandemic, I have had the privilege of caring for many people infected with COVID-19. I have seen suffering and tragedy, loss and despair, but have also seen hope and recovery. We now have a vaccine to prevent this.

I was in the Moderna clinical trial and was vaccinated in September 2020. Even though we did not know much about the vaccine, I felt honored to be part of the study and to protect myself, my family and my community. Even at that time, I felt that the risk of vaccination was less than the risk of having complications from COVID-19.

In the year after receiving the vaccine, part of my practice was outpatient pulmonary. I evaluated patients who had longCOVID symptoms including shortness of breath, poor sleep, chest pain, brain fog, weakness or oxygen-dependence related to their prior infection. About 35% of people who have COVID-19 will

have long-term symptoms, including people who were treated at home. Symptoms may be permanent or last months, potentially leading to inability to work, exercise or return to their prior health before infection.

When the vaccine became available, I was enthusiastic knowing there was hope in ending much of this suffering. Vaccination is the most effective tool we have to prevent longCOVID symptoms, hospitalizations and death. Despite this, people still refuse to get vaccinated. Our ICU staff continues to be strained due to resources and staffing, and healthcare providers throughout the country cannot provide the same care as we did prior to the pandemic. If more people were vaccinated, we would not be in this situation.

There are risks associated with the vaccine, but nothing compared to the risk of COVID-19 infection. During the last couple weeks, I have seen many patients die from COVID-19 in our intensive care units. I find the hardest losses for me are the young parents who die

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leaving their young children behind.

Even more tragic is when both mom and dad die leaving their kids parentless. As a mother of a 3- and 5-year-old, I can’t even imagine the devastation this would have on my children. The tragedies would have been prevented if only my patients would have been vaccinated.

Over 90% of ICU admissions for COVID occur in the nonvaccinated. Our ICU nurses, staff and physicians are doing the best we can to keep our patients alive, but we are only human. As far as the vaccine, it is important to consider risk versus benefit.

Most common risks of vaccine: • Pain at injection site, enlarged lymph nodes, fevers or feeling unwell for a couple days.

Rare risks of vaccine: • Thrombosis with thrombocytopenia (3 cases/million vaccinated) • Guillain-Barre (7.8 cases/million vaccinated) • Myocarditis – rare and typically mild in vaccinated patients. Higher rate and severity in nonvaccinated patients.

Risks of COVID19 with the Delta variant Vaccinated • Majority asymptomatic or mild infection with fevers, fatigue, sore throat,

headaches.

• Unlikely to end up in the hospital, ICU, or die.

• Vaccinated are 59% less at risk for getting infection.

• Clear virus around six days. Severe infection typically occurs around nine to 11 days.

Unvaccinated • Two times higher risk of visiting the ER or admission to the hospital than vaccinated.

• Eleven times more likely to die from Delta variant than unvaccinated.

• About 33% will develop long-term symptoms after resolution of their infection.

Please make an educated decision for your health, your family and the community. Life is full of uncertainty and risk.

When you are prescribed antibiotics there are many risks, but the benefit outweighs the risk. The risk being infected with COVID-19 greatly outweighs the risk of the vaccine and that is why I recommend vaccination.

From a doctor who does not want you to be my patient, please get vaccinated.

Sandra Till, DO, is a hospital intensivist and ICU medical director at Abrazo Scottsdale Campus and Abrazo Central Campus in Phoenix.

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OUR READERS’ VIEWPOINTS LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Agua Fria override needs a ‘yes’ vote Editor: We all know the important role education plays in our local economy.

From economic opportunities to safe communities, strong schools play a pivotal role. If we want to continue attracting strong businesses and families, we must continue to support our local schools, regardless of whether or not we have children attending. I encourage everyone to vote “yes” on the override continuation for the Agua Fria Union High School District and the Litchfield Elementary School District this October.

Please mark “yes” on your ballots when they arrive in your mailbox and quickly return them. Let’s keep our communities strong and thriving.

Strong schools deeply embedded in the community was one of the things

that drew my family to choose the Southwest Valley as our home. It is one of the main reasons we elected to put down our roots and my hope is that my neighbors feel the same.

You will have an opportunity to show your support when your ballot arrives in your mailbox in October.

Please vote “yes” for the Agua Fria Union High School District and Litchfield Elementary School District override continuations. This funding has been in place for more than 20 years and is critical to maintaining our A+ ratings. Strong schools in strong communities equals a great place to live and raise our kids.

We have enjoyed watching the growth of the Southwest Valley and all the excitement and opportunity that comes alongside it. As we enjoy the life of retirement and the fun that comes with it, we remain committed to supporting our schools and the critical funding override continuations provide

for the schools.

We have seen first-hand the powerful roles our schools play in building great places to live, work and play.

The funding being provided by the override continuations for the Agua Fria Union School and Litchfield Elementary School districts is critical and should be important to all of us, regardless of whether we have children attending. I ask that you “vote yes” when you receive your ballot and return immediately so we can continue to be a premier place to live and work.

Sandra J. Creta, Esq. Avondale

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Editor: Thank you for the front-page article on Maria and Sam Quine. The family they created consisting of two biological children and nine adopted children is one of those stories that reminds me that there are more good people in this world than there are bad ones.

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your paper a section titled “Sunshine News,” which would contain a positive story each week. I would guess that it would be your most read section. Now, more than ever we need stories such as the one on the Quines to remind us of the “good” in America.

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BY JD HAYWORTH

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f airline and orbital miles were interchangeable, Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Arizona) would never have to purchase a plane ticket.

Kelly, who logged more than 22 million miles orbiting the earth as an astronaut, hopes voters will upgrade his status and grant him a full six-year term in November 2022.

Currently, he’s on “standby.”

Facing the prospect of a spirited Republican challenge next year, the freshman Democrat hopes to employ the advantage of incumbency to keep his job. That’s growing increasingly difficult, given the poor presidential record of Joe Biden.

So, Kelly welcomes the chance to focus on Arizona issues, as he can be seen an advocate for the state. That was the case earlier this month when he chaired a water and power subcommittee hear-

ing dealing with drought in the west.

Sure enough, Sen. Kelly’s scripted opening remarks included a shoutout to the home folks: “We’ve got this old saying in Arizona: ‘Whiskey is for drinking and water is for fighting.’”

There’s accuracy in that anecdote, as Mark Kelly is discovering.

An emerging controversy over water has delayed cocktail hour indefinitely, and this fight goes well beyond the Colorado River and a shrinking Lake Mead. It also winds its way through the high-rent headquarters of big money environmental pressure groups, the cavernous halls of the Pentagon and, perhaps most dangerously, the “other chamber” on Capitol Hill.

The radical leftists in the House who so often outmaneuver Speaker Nancy Pelosi have also thrown a monkey wrench into Sen. Kelly’s re-election plans. It comes in the form of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), and a House-passed provision concerning an acronym that Mark Kelly may come to regard as a four-let-

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PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, comprise a major class of heat-resistant chemicals found in products like nonstick pans, adhesives, wire insulation and waterproof clothes.

PFAS are even used in spacesuits, like the one Mark Kelly wore on his walks outside the space shuttle. House Democrats thrust the “PFAS Action Act of 2021” into the NDAA, because it wouldn’t likely pass both chambers as a standalone piece of legislation.

As written, the PFAS verbiage is so extreme that it would derail military procurement. It was even too much for the Biden White House, which quietly pushed back in a memo from the office of management and budget, noting such a provision “would prohibit DoD from procuring a wide range of items.”

While the manufacture of PFAS has been phased out in the United States over long-term health concerns — primarily residues from fire-fighting foams — it is still produced overseas.

Because our military has about 750 installations internationally, an immediate halt to buying all products that might contain PFAS would basically render the supply system useless.

Prior to his time as an astronaut, naval aviator Mark Kelly and his shipmates aboard the USS Midway relied on PFAS, most notably contained in aqueous film foaming foam (AFFF).

Our Navy regards AFFF as the most effective way to extinguish fuel oil fires aboard ship. The development of AFFF occurred in the late 1960s, fol-

lowing the tragic fire aboard the USS Forrestal off the coast of Vietnam. That blaze was narrowly escaped by another naval aviator who later served Arizona in the Senate: John McCain.

In the 2020 special election to fill the late Sen. McCain’s seat, Mark Kelly persuaded Arizona voters to favorably compare him by emphasizing similar military service, while downplaying different party labels. But while McCain relished “going rogue” in the Senate, Kelly cast himself as a “practical problem solver.”

Now that he is completing the remainder of McCain’s final term, striking a balance between environmental protection and military readiness will test that claim.

The most important principle for an officeholder to remember is what they see and hear at home. This columnist came to understand that Arizonans’ concerns about clean water and a strong national defense are not mutually exclusive. Sen. Kelly faces a similar tutorial.

Undoubtedly, the environmental lobby will bring considerable financial resources to the political process. (After all, they’re called “green” for a reason.)

Should Sen. Kelly choose to follow their priorities, Arizona voters could very well make it a priority to limit his stay in the Senate to two years.

In just nine months, the bumbling of the Biden administration has turned the political skies unfriendly for Democrats. Given his considerable experience aloft, Mark Kelly knows he’ll need to keep his seatbelt fastened.

There is severe turbulence ahead.

J.D. Hayworth represented Arizona in the U.S. House from 1995-2007. He authored and sponsored the Enforcement First Act, legislation that would have mandated enforcement of Federal Immigration Law in the 109th Congress.

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Getting older has made me look differently at aging

BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist

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he first time I poked fun at the Rolling Stones for being too old to rock ‘n’ roll was in 1997. The band, led by then-54-year-old Mick Jagger, was in Tempe to play Sun Devil Stadium.

Lead guitarist Keith Richards was a few weeks shy of turning 54 — a couple years younger than I am today. The Stones must have torn it up that night, because news reports from the concert indicate that sparks from their pyrotechnics set off a huge blaze in some bleachers behind the stage.

So much for my jokes about that being The Depends Tour.

I raise the point out of a desire to clarify some things concerning the concept of old age.

One, despite having multiple college degrees by the time I reached my thirties, I was still a naive jackass. Retrospect is startling that way, helping you know what you don’t know.

Two, the older I get, the more distant old age feels. Part of that is wishful thinking. But also, it seems to take longer to get old in the 21st century, with all our technology and science than it did back a couple decades ago. Or so I’ve deluded myself.

In addition to swabbing away some of my naivete, aging has also increased my tolerance. One example is the newfound respect I have for Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, who at 44 is leading the National Football League in passing yards and completions while chasing an unfathomable eighth Super Bowl ring.

For context, Cardinals QB Kyler Murray was 3 when Brady made his NFL debut.

Brady peaking again this late in athletic life makes you wonder how long he can go without a noticeable decline in performance. I had the same thought

a few weeks ago while listening to Don Henley, lead singer of The Eagles, hit some impossibly high notes on classics like “One of These Nights” and “Desperado.”

At age 74, Henley sounds no different than he did back in the day.

If his voice is being helped along by autotune or technical wizardry, I couldn’t tell. What’s more, I didn’t care.

On a Saturday night in September in Downtown Phoenix, surrounded by 15,000 other lunatics who also knew every lyric — and didn’t mind coming out in the midst of a pandemic — you could close your eyes and be transported back to 1977, when “Hotel California” first hit FM radio and shot up to No. 1 on Casey Kasem’s American Top 40.

That’s something age has taught me about music, movies, television and books: The best art not only captures a unique story, it helps us capture a unique state of self. Great songs are like thumbtacks affixing certain moments in time in our minds and hearts.

It’s a quality that my older self appreciates, in the same way I have a new appreciation for The Rolling Stones. I plunked down a small fortune the other day to see them in Las Vegas next month, nearly 24 years to the day after I skipped them in Tempe.

Jagger is 78. Richards and Ronnie Wood are 77. Drummer Charlie Watts passed away in August at age 80.

Used to be, I found something mortifying about the idea of Mick cavorting about bare-chested in leather pants, singing “if you start me up, I’ll never stop” at an age when most of his peers were worrying more about sitting up. Not anymore. Now I get it.

Whoever barked “act your age” was some know-it-all in his thirties who’d read a bunch of books but hadn’t really lived at all.

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cting FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel has been making headlines ever since she stepped into the role in January. From working to expand broadband access, to standing up for net neutrality, to protecting ordinary Americans from fraud and scams, she’s proven herself a champion of the people. She’s the kind of leader we need as permanent FCC chair.

Rosenworcel has made consumer protection a pinnacle of her agenda, a priority that could not be timelier. In April 2021 alone, there were more than 4 billion robocalls in the United States.

At their best, these calls are annoying but at their worst, they pray on our most vulnerable populations. Autodialed and prerecorded messages claim to offer everything from pandemic assistance, relief from debt and health care costs, and other fraudulent financial resources in exchange for your personal information.

Rosenworcel hit the ground running as acting FCC chair, cracking down on these scammers and fraudsters. She initiated the Robocall Response Team, a specialized group composed of 51 FCC members in charge of coordinating and implementing new anti-robocall efforts.

This year Rosenworcel also issued the largest fine in FCC history for robocalls to two Texas telemarketers who were posing as health insurance com-

panies to try and fool Americans into buying short-term health insurance plans. She also sent cease and desist letters to six voice providers using robocalling for scams on COVID-19 assistance, student loan offers, debt reduction services and more. It’s clear with Rosenworcel in charge, she won’t let predatory companies take advantage of vulnerable people anymore.

On top of her efforts to stop robocalls, just last month Rosenworcel launched an initiative to confront the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card swapping scam. This scam is when fraudsters try to fool wireless companies to switch a customer’s SIM card to one they can control. Rosenworcel is seeking to add safeguards, such as a 24-hour delay for SIM swap requests and immediate notification of such requests, to ensure that customers and wireless companies can quickly identify these scams.

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estwind Plaza Shops, located at 10555 and 10575 W. Indian School Road, Avondale, has been sold to a local investor.

This marks the retail center’s third owner since the building’s construction in 2001.

“This sale serves as a great lesson in the importance of location, configuration and tenant mix to maintain full occupancy,” said Mindy Korth, executive vice president with Colliers in Arizona.

“During the marketing and sales process, one tenant closed due to health issues and another downsized because of pandemic business slowdown. However, within 30 days, both spaces were leased at higher rental rates than previously secured for those spaces. Then, just before closing, the center was brought to 100% leased status.”

E11even Investments Inc. of Phoenix purchased the property from Westwind Plaza LLC of Peoria. Korth and

JK Jackson of Colliers in Arizona handled the sale transaction, in collaboration with Caitlin Zirpolo of the Colliers National Retail Investment Sales Team in Irvine, California.

The buyer was represented by Scott Isacksen of Cushman & Wakefield.

Westwind Plaza Shops was constructed in 2001. The two-building, neighborhood retail center contains 21,187 square feet of space that is fully leased to 15 tenants. These two buildings are part of a larger, five-building retail center that serve as a “Village Square.” This center is centrally located in the dominant retail corridor of Avondale, at 107th Avenue and Indian School Road.

Strategically located adjacent to a Fry’s-anchored center, the tenant mix at Westwind Plaza Shops includes a diverse group of businesses including a medical practice, game store, bakery and several restaurants. The densely populated neighborhood surrounding the property has fueled success for small shop owners.

Libertas hosting Mindset Shift Workshop

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Thorstad said his session offers tangible, groundbreaking techniques to help attendees shift their mindset for success, develop inspiring and empowering visions for their future and formulate a strategic approach to upgrade all aspects of their lives.

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his week, Business Briefcase is taking a deep dive into a new hotel coming to Buckeye next year, as well as the launch of a financial services entity in Goodyear.

Lastly, read which West Valley city will be home to a 258-unit, multifamily community.

As always, feel free to send any Business Briefcase inquiries or questions to lserrato@timespublications.com.

New Marriott complex coming to Buckeye

Right, Mary Reha, one of Arete’s co-founders, brings more than 30 years of tax and accounting experience to the table. (Photo by Paul Markow) Left, Edwin “Ted” Ashton, a longtime Phoenix attorney and one of Arete’s co-founders, graduated with a degree in business finance in 2003. After successfully running a small company for several years, he returned to law school, graduating with high honors from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law in 2011. (Photo by Paul Markow)

In what Buckeye City Councilmember Craig Heustis refers to as “another great investment in our city,” a new Marriott complex is set to open in that city.

Performance Capital Partners LLC acquired a site for its upcoming dual-brand Marriott TownePlace Suites and Marriott Fairfield Inn & Suites ho-

tel complex at the northwest quadrant of Market Street and Verrado Way in Buckeye.

Performance Capital Partners will act as developer and manager of the new hotel. The expected completion date is November 2022.

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by Quest Development & Construction. This will be the third hotel Performance Capital Partners and Quest will complete together.

WV business leaders start financial services entity Two community-minded West Valley executives are pooling their extensive knowledge of tax, accounting and law to launch Arete Financial Solutions LLC. Mary L. Reha and attorney Edwin “Ted” R. Ashton strive to help Arete clients attain “complete financial well-being,” which is the motto of their new company.

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Whether someone needs help with personal or business tax preparation, bookkeeping and accounting, trust and estate planning, business legal issues or financial advising — all details can be managed at Arete.

“As a new business client, we listen to your goals and review the status of your business needs,” Ashton said.

“You will then be assigned a comprehensive team of professionals to help you reach your financial and business objectives.”

Reha said clients will have the professional services of a tax specialist, accountant, attorney and financial adviser with expertise in wealth management.

“We believe having all our advisers working together under one roof will offer our clients the highest level of efficiency, customer service, and success in achieving financial well-being,” she said.

Reha and Ashton will be two of the first Arizona business owners to take advantage of a recent change in the legal ethics rules.

In 2020, the Arizona Supreme Court approved proposed rule changes which

allow lawyers and nonlawyers to have common ownership of entities providing legal and nonlegal services through an “alternative business structure.” The change took effect Jan. 1, and Ashton began the onerous approval process to partner with Reha.

Reha, who founded MLR Professional Tax Services in 2014, said the family-like working culture that is a key part of the MLR identity also will be a cornerstone of Arete.

Arete is a concept in ancient Greek philosophy that refers to “excellence” associated with the fulfillment of purpose, or the act of living up to one’s full potential.

Reha and Ashton pledge to strive for excellence in all services to clients, provide their employees an inviting and inclusive environment, and to continue their individual long histories of community involvement in the West Valley.

To further broaden Arete’s breadth of services, the partners plan to bring on a licensed financial planner in the new year.

The group’s objective is to optimize its clients’ complete financial

wellbeing by providing professional tax and accounting advice, legal services and financial planning to help maximize investment, remain in full compliance, properly establish legal entities, and put in place documents to ensure succession for businesses and retention of wealth for future generations.

Arete celebrated its launch by hosting a community open house for families and business owners.

Arete Financial Solutions is at 2440 N. Litchfield Road, Suite 210.

For more information, visit aretefs.com.

Evergreen Devco breaks ground for Tolleson community Evergreen Devco Inc., a leading retail and multifamily development company, broke ground on the development of a 258-unit, multifamily community located at 89th Avenue and McDowell Road in Tolleson.

The 9.48-acre project, located at 8827 W. McDowell Road., will add a residential component to the larger Plaza 91 mixed-use development, which houses a Fairfield Inn and retail shops.

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“Tolleson has great proximity to existing and growing employment in both the Central and West Valley areas of Metro Phoenix,” said Matt Evans, Evergreen’s regional president of Arizona multifamily. “We are pleased to work with the city of Tolleson to add much needed housing to this thriving community. This is an amenity-focused, garden-style community that will offer residents excellent proximity to employment and retail amenities located along the I-10 and Loop 101 corridors.”

BMA Architects LLC is designing the project, which will feature three-story luxury garden apartments with a resort-style pool and spa, wood-inspired plank flooring, quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The leasing office will open in December 2022.

Scottsdale-based MT Builders LLC is the contractor for the Parc Tolleson project, which is being engineered by Phoenix-based HilgartWilson LLC. Landscape design is provided by Scottsdale-based Collaborative V Design Studio.

For more information, visit evgre.com.

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Virgen brothers exemplify competitiveness

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West Valley View Staff Writer

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ivalries and sheer competitiveness are the best aspects of sports. The best type of “rivalry” just might be between brothers.

Whether it’s playing video games, racing or participating in other sports, the desire to be better than your brother is deep and passionate.

The Verrado High School football team has two sets of twins — the Condies and the Virgens. According to coach Dustin Johnson, Julian and Juan were born to be competitive.

“When it comes to competition, they quit being brothers,” added assistant coach Mike Willey. “They will knock the heck out of each other.”

At Verrado High School football practice, Juan and Julian line up at free safety and running back, respectively. They have the same idea: to knock each other out.

The brothers bonded with Willey when he coached them on his son’s team in their first season of tackle football in the seventh grade. Willey quickly saw the brothers’ passion and potential.

“They had come from playing flag football, so this was their first experience with tackle and they got right into it,” Willey said. “They didn’t miss a beat. Their first day playing it looked like they had been playing for years.”

Initially, the Virgens’ mother did not care for Willey, but the boys loved his

Verrado High School junior safety Julian Virgen (5) and junior running back Juan Virgen (3) pose for a portrait at their Litchfield Park home. (Photo by David Minton)

tough coaching style. In turn, Willey admired the boys’ work ethic and competitiveness. Since then, the families have become friends.

Now, as their high school coach, Willey witnessed the boys develop and improve their football skills.

“They have always been super close.

It’s funny to see how they’ve grown apart the last couple years. They aren’t so much the whole twin thing as they used to be,” Willey said.

The Virgens are still close, but they admitted they get annoyed with each other.

Luckily, they have football to take the anger out on one another. Julian once leveled Juan during blocking practice, stood over his brother and talked smack. The move ended in laughter. Juan has one up on Julian — he’s technically 1 minute older.

The trash talk is present at practice,

and the coaches see the humor and fun in the brothers’ friendly competition.

“They bring a lot of enthusiasm to practice. They are just excited kids.

They make practice interesting,” Johnson said.

Their intense competition, blended with an incredible work ethic, results in improvement. Willey said when one brother becomes a little stronger or faster, the other works harder to catch up and surpass his counterpart.

“They have an incredible work ethic. Constantly working in the gym or working in the offseason to get faster,” Willey said.

A first-year coach, Johnson will also helm the boys track team, which will include Juan and Julian. They run the 100- and 200-meter dash, and when asked who is faster, they each claimed to be the faster brother because…well obviously.

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Sun Health honoring physicians, nurses at gala

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un Health Foundation will honor physicians and nurses during its second Heroes with Heart Gala on Saturday, Nov. 6, at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa in Westgate.

The program begins at 7 p.m.

The honorees are: • Outstanding Achievement: Dr. John Brown, orthopedic surgeon, The CORE Institute • Outstanding Commitment: Dr. Arun Lakshmipathy, internist and program director for Sun Health Communities • Outstanding Service to the Community: Nurses at Sun Health, Banner Boswell and Banner Del E. Webb medical centers

The evening includes cocktails, dinner, music and dancing, and entertainment provided by Thaddeus Rose Band.

Admission also includes valet parking.

Master of ceremonies is Cory McCloskey, Fox10 Arizona morning weather anchor.

Those unable to attend are encouraged to purchase a ticket(s) for a special nurse to honor members of that profession.

When ticket holders RSVP, they’re invited to share their tribute message or testimonial in honor of Dr. Brown, Dr. Lakshmipathy, and/or that special nurse at Sun Health or Banner Boswell and Banner Del E. Webb medical centers.

To RSVP, visit sunhealthfoundation. org/gala.

To submit a tribute, contact Janine McGhee at janine.mcghee@sunhealth. org or 623-471-8503.

Brown is an orthopedic specialist in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery who has been practicing for more than 23 years. Brown has made significant contributions to the improvement and advancement of health care fueled by his steadfast commitment to excellence and innovation, and improving the quality of life for each patient.

Lakshmipathy is an internist and program director for Sun Health Communities who has been practicing for more than 16 years. Lakshmipathy is respected for his unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of Sun Health Communities residents

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Student Chronicles

Know of a student doing something remarkable? Tell us about it! Email christina@timespublications.com.

Paloma Rodriguez of Avondale graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Upper Iowa University in Fayette, Iowa. Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, nonprofit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs to about 4,500 students — nationally and internationally — at its Fayette, Iowa, campus and over 20 U.S. locations.

Jai Delos-Santos Ha of Avondale started studying at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, with nearly 3,000 other first-time Wildcats. Delos-Santos Ha, who is majoring in business administration, joined a student body of more than 29,000 students. “Welcoming new students to Weber State is an exciting time for our entire campus community,” said Pres-

ident Brad Mortensen. “We strive to meet students where they are and embark on a transformative path of challenging and guiding them to achieve their goals academically and in life.”

Anaja Wheatle of Avondale and Nikki Koeb of Goodyear were named to the summer 2021 dean’s list at Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester, New Hampshire. Full-time students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 are named to the dean’s list. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits; undergraduate day students must earn 12 credits in fall or spring semester, and online students must earn 12 credits in either EW1 & EW2, EW3 & EW4, or EW5 & EW6.

Celebrate the holiday, support local charities

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et the ghoul times roll at Buckeye’s 81st annual Halloween Carnival from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, between Fourth and Seventh streets in Downtown Buckeye.

Enjoy carnival games, bingo, “krazy” cars, cake walk, haunted house and food. All booths, food and activities are operated by local nonprofit groups and 100% of the proceeds raised go back to the groups that support the community.

Activities and food range in cost from one to 10 tickets; tickets are 50 cents and can be pur-

chased at the entrance.

Sign up children and families for the Halloween contests, which lists categories as scariest, cutest and most original DIY costume.

Contests are 6 p.m. for 1- to 2-year-olds; 6:20 p.m. for 3- to 4-year-olds; 6:40 p.m. for 5- to 6-year-olds; 7 p.m. for 7- to 8-year-olds; 7:20 p.m. for 9- to 10-year-olds; 7:40 p.m. 11- to 12-year-olds; 8 p.m. for families.

For more information, contact Buckeye Community Services Department at 623-349-6323 or visit buckeyeaz.gov/halloweencarnival.

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oodyear’s Fall Festival returns with candy, thrills and chills from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30.

The event is a tradition for West Valley families, as they can trick-or-treat on the Goodyear Ballpark baseball field.

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This year, families can also cruise along the field high above the concourse on a 300-foot zipline.

There will also be a haunted house, ghostly bounce houses and a costume contest. All activities are free, but there will be a charge for food and drinks.

For more information, visit goodyearaz.gov/events.

A celebration of life for Albert Gonzales, Jr will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 12, 2021 at Resthaven Park Cemetery.

Ann Roum

Mrs. Ann L. Roum, 73, Buckeye, AZ died on August 17, 2021 in Sun City, AZ. She was born June 17, 1949 in Salamanca, NY to Arthur Pierce and Allison Pierce.

She is survived by her spouse, Stephen D.N. Roum, sister, Pam Hamilton, brother, Arthur O. Pierce Jr., and five grandchildren.

A funeral service was held at 1pm on Monday, October 18, 2021 at Thompson Funeral Chapel.

The family suggests that donations be made to the Breast Cancer Society of America.

You can leave the family condolences at https://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/mrs-ann-l-roum/

Bobby Mitchell

Born in Phoenix, Arizona October11, 1949 to John and Effie Mitchell. Attended Avondale Elementary School and Agua Fria Union High School. Attended college University of Oregon in Eugene, Ore. Where he made his home, until, 2018. Died: October 15, 2021 Goodyear, Arizona Survived by sons: Rayfield Mitchell (Tralice), Shane Mitchell. Grandsons: Sayvion, Royelle. Brothers: Ronald, Johnny; Sisters: Sally Nimer, Shirley King, Patricia Ijidakinro. Preceded in death by parents, sisters Catherine Trotter, Abilene Perkins, Jacqueline Davis.

Services (Virtual)will be held, Friday October 29, 2021 at 2:00pm Arizona time(MST)(PST)are arranged by Thompson Funeral Chapel of Goodyear, AZ. 926 South Litchfield Rd. Goodyear, Az. 85338 Ph. 623-932-1780

Kara Weldon

Ms. Kara Weldon, 37, of Santa Monica, California died October 7, 2021. She was born July 28, 1984 in Edina, Minnesota to Robert Weldon and Karen Rice. She is survived by her parents Karen and Bob Weldon, Sisters Tara Weldon, Kim Weyer (Adam), and Tricia Weldon, grandfather Joe Rice, nieces Olivia and Taylor Weyer, and her dog Lucky.

The family would like to extend special thanks to best friend and cousin, Jackie Shenoo and her Aunt Mary Shenoo.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/Kara-Weldon

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OBITUARIES Joseph Hernandez

Mr. Joseph Hernandez, 79, of Avondale, Arizona died October 17, 2021 in Avondale, Arizona. He was born June 13, 1942 in Phoenix, Arizona to Albino and Alejandra Hernandez.

A visitation will be held 6PM on October 27 at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona.

To leave the family condolences, please visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/Joseph-Hernandez

Bonnie Gail Miller

Bonnie Gail Miller was born on July 22, 1951 in Tulsa, OK. At the age of 5, Bonnie and her family moved to San Francisco, CA, which is where she attended school.

In 1968 she met Gene Miller, and they married a short time after in Cottage Grove Oregon. Gene preceded her in death in 2010.

In 1975, Bonnie began working for the State of Arizona, Motor Vehicle Division. She had a long career with them, retiring after 34 years. Bonnie was a faithful servant of God and a loving and loyal wife, sister, friend and neighbor.

Bonnie fought a courageous battle with bone cancer, and on October 6, 2021 God called her home. She passed away at her Goodyear residence with her brother by her side.

Bonnie was predeceased by her mother, Autumn Langenkamp; husband, Quentin Eugene Miller; stepson, Douglas Miller; and brothers Gary Holcomb and Carl Beurman.

She is survived by her brother, Larry Schmidt, his wife Rosa and their daughter Magdalena; stepdaughter, Karen Miller, nephew, Gary Holcomb Jr; nieces, Tamara, Teresa and Tara, and her beloved dog Gizmo.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life gathering on Sunday October 17, at 2:00 pm, Desert Hills Baptist Church, 20909 W. Yuma Rd, Buckeye, AZ 85326.

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Bobby Mitchell

Mr. Bobby R. Mitchell, 72, of Avondale, Arizona died October 15, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born October 11, 1949 to John Mitchell and Effie Ellis in Phoenix Arizona.

A service will be held October 29 at 1PM at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona and via Zoom meeting invitation.

To read the full obituary and leave condolences for the family, please visit www.thompsonfuneral chapel.com/obituary/Bobby-Mitchell

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Albert Jacques

Mr. Albert Jacques, 54, of Tempe, Arizona died October 15, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona. He was born February 4, 1967 in Phoenix, Arizona to Gilbert Jacques and Duvy Gurule.

A recitation of the Holy Rosary followed by funeral services will begin at 6:30PM October 28 at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/albert-jacques

Jone Oliver

Mary Ann Walsh (nee Borck), age 88, a resident of Litchfield Park, AZ passed away peacefully on October 12, 2021 at La Loma Village in Litchfield Park.

Mary Ann was born May 10, 1933 in Chicago, IL. A surgical RN, Mary Ann was a lifelong resident of Chicago until moving to Arizona in 2014. A lover of classical as well as Irish traditional music, she had a passion for travel and was an avid reader.

She was preceded in death by her husband James Walsh, her daughter Denise Nelson, her son Michael Walsh and her sister Bryde Carter.

She is survived by her loving children Maureen Mittermann (Bill) of Litchfield Park, AZ, James Walsh (Susan) of Plainfield, IL and Eileen Sears (Sean) of Windham, NH. Mary Ann was the adored grandmother of Kimberly, Julie, Michael, Ryan and Kevin and great grandmother of Jonathan. She is also survived by her beloved brother, Jack Borck of Crest Hill, IL. Services will be held in Hinsdale, IL and Mary Ann will be laid to rest at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside, IL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in her memory be made to Hospice of the Valley (www.hov.org) 1510 E. Flower St. Phoenix AZ 85014 Condolences can be left for the family www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/mary-ann-walsh/

Jone A. Oliver, 67, of Buckeye, passed away on October 11, 2021 in Goodyear, AZ. Jone is survived by daughters Christina (Michael) Wilcox, Jennifer Cardiel, her husband Rigo Cardiel, her four grandchildren, and a great-grandson. She is also survived by siblings David (Nancy) Blow, James (Jodi) Blow, and Janet (Steve) Bissonette, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

There will be a Celebration of Life ice cream social for her. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Cancer Treatment Center of America, Phoenix.

You can read the full obituary and leave the family condolences at www.thompsonfuneral chapel.com/obituary/jone-oliver/

Ronald M. Byrley

Ronald MM Byrley April 5, 1945 - 76 Years Old. October 16, 2021 he went to live with his Lord Jesus Christ after a long battle with failing health.

Ronald worked at APS Electric Co. His wife Barbara Ann Byrley preceded him in death. as well as his parents: Elmer & Margaret Byrley Ronald and his siblings were all born in Oklahoma City, OK. He is survived by three sisters: Joan Metheny (Charles), Venita McGarity (Bill), Connie Ullman 1 daughter Melanie Scarberry, Candis Allyn (Randal), Martin R. Jr. Byrley, Zachary Byrley and Heather Byrley. One Great-grandchild Aleesi Allyn.

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OBITUARIES Phyllis M. Abrokwah Ms. Phyllis Abrokwah passed away on the 19th of September at the age of 68, at Banner Estrella Hospital in Phoenix Az. Phyllis was born in Memphis, Tennessee & is survived by her daughter Camille Abrokwah, her sister & brother-in-law Audrey & Dwight McCurdy & her grandchild Nekaybaw Abrokwah. Her services will be held at Best Funeral Home in Peoria, Az.

Evelyn Eskridge

Ms. Evelyn Eskridge, 87, of Goodyear, Arizona died October 13, 2021. She was born June 10, 1934 in Edinburg, Texas to Harry Pray and Mary Dobson.

Service information is private at this time.

To leave the family condolences, please visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/ evelyn-eskridge

Ruben Rodriguez

Mr. Ruben Rodriguez, 62, of Goodyear, Arizona died October 10, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born June 11, 1959 to Goya and Guadalupe Rodriguez in Wasco, California.

A visitation was held at 6PM October 22 at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona.

To read the full obituary and leave the family condolences, please visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/ruben-rodriguez

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Wilda Quarantino

Mrs. Wilda Quarantino, 82, of Goodyear, Arizona passed away October 17, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona.

She was born at home June 5, 1939 in Young Harris, Georgia to Frank and Beulah Deitz. She is survived by her spouse, Bob Quarantino. They had two daughters, eight grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren. Her sass, her wit, and pure joy of life will never be forgotten.

Funeral Services are private at this time.

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Stephen Roum

Mr. Stephen D. Roum, 35, of Buckeye, AZ died August 16, 2021 in Goodyear, AZ. He was born March 9, 1986 in Dunkirk, NY to Stephen Roum and Ann Roum.

He is survived by his daughter, Ava Roum, brothers, Geronimo J. Roum, Dale G. Roum, and William A. Roum, and father, Stephen D.N. Roum.

A funeral was held at 1pm on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021 at Thompson Funeral Chapel.

The family suggests that donations be made to the Native American Education Fund.

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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: BOOBIEJUICE LLC. II The address of the registered office is: 1403 W 10th Pl , #B114, TEMPE, AZ 85281.

The name of the Statutory Agent is: Jasen Bartlett. 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 and Manager, Lisa Bartlett, 1403 W 10th Pl, #B114, TEMPE, AZ, 85281. Published: West Valley View/Business, Oct., 27, Nov 3, 10, 2021 / 42181

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Site Pre-bid Meeting to be held on November 10th, 2021 at 11:00 AM Proposals are due no later than November 17th, 2021 at 5:00 PM Published: West Valley View November 3, 10, 2021 / 42247

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INVITATION TO BID Bids Due: December 2, 2021 – 11:00am Project: McDowell Rd West CFD Civil Roadway Improvements DMB White Tank LLC seeks qualified General Contractors, with a minimum A- General Engineering license, to submit sealed bids for the above referenced project which consists of but is not limited to the roadway improvements in accordance with the plans and specifications (the “Work”). The Successful Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination associated with the Work. Access to the plans and bid documents for this project will be available on October 27, 2021. All interested parties should contact Deana Burris at dburris@dmbinc.com to obtain access to the electronic bid documents. Please reference the project name listed above in the email subject line. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held via Zoom call on November 3, 2021, at 11:00am.

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The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment and Performance bond will be required in the amount of 100% of the original Contract value for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certificate of Insurance evidencing their ability to meet the insurance requirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry property damage and public liability insurance and shall hold and save harmless DMB White Tank LLC, the City of Buckeye and the Verrado District 1 Community Facilities District from any employer’s liability and from any and all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as specified in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid documents will be deemed incomplete and will be rejected. DMB White Tank LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withhold the award for any reason DMB White Tank LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject to approval by DMB White Tank LLC or its representatives. Interested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information or contact Deana Burris at dburris@dmbinc.com – reference McDowell Rd West CFD Civil Roadway Improvements. No engineer’s estimate will be distributed.

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P9721

2020 HONDA HR-V LX

$21,546

21401A

2013 FORD F-150 PLATINUM

$28,566

T9651C

2018 NISSAN FRONTIER SV V6

X9792

$17,777

T9793

2016 CHEVROLET COLORADO

2019 FORD F-150

T9699 West y!

Valle

$41,888

$18,881 2014 RAM 1500

X9782

$25,976

2016 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED

P9606

$29,776

2019 GMC SIERRA 1500 SLT

X9783

$53,555