Gilbert Sun News 11-03-2019 by Times Media Group

Gilbert residents OK with recycling fee PAGE 20

An edition of the East Valley Tribune

INSIDE

This Week

Badminton titles go to Perry, Mesquite PAGE 26

FREE ($1 OUTSIDE OF GILBERT) | GilbertSunNews.com

Sunday, November 3, 2019

Gilbert seeking Heritage Park art? District grocery store BY CECILIA CHAN GSN Managing Editor

NEWS...................................

Gilbert man gets big time for fentanyl death

BUSINESS........................

Dana Park spa owners conquer adversity

ilbert is looking to bring a grocery store to the Heritage District. Plans are to issue a request for qualifications and a subsequent request for proposal from developers interested in putting the amenity on 2.36 acres at the northwest corner of Gilbert and Elliot roads. Staff is contemplating making the move in the second or third quarter of the fiscal year ending next June 30, according to Kiley Phillips, spokeswoman for the town’s Office of Economic Development. In a continued effort to promote the Heritage District’s uniqueness, an artisan-type market is envisioned rather than a large-chain such as the Fry’s grocery store that

(Chris Mortenson/GSN Staff Photographer)

see HERITAGE page 4

Gilbert gearing up for critical census BY GARY NELSON GSN Contributor

GETOUT.........................

This piece of artistry isn't a modern scultupture, but actually a piece of playground equipment in the new Desert Sky Park that will make its formal debut on Wednesday. The park is for play as well as fitness and you can read about it on page 3.

Elegant dinner awaits in East Valley barn.

COMMUNITY...................... 18 BUSINESS.............................23 OPINION...............................25 SPORTS................................ 26 GETOUT............................... 28 CLASSIFIED.........................32

on williams field + lindsay

t’s going to be easy to overlook a little postcard that will arrive in your mail next March. Between the kids, the rent, the job and the busted washing machine, it won’t seem like a big deal. Plus, it’ll probably be hard to find among all the pizza coupons and dental implant ads. All that notwithstanding, your city – doesn’t matter which city – is hoping you’ll treat that card like a piece of gold. Because in a way, it is. The card is going to come from the U.S. Census Bureau, and it’s going to ask you some

NOW OPEN!

results driven

questions about how many people live in your home, your ethnicity and similar stuff. Whether you respond could help determine how many federal dollars will be used to improve your hometown, and your answers will have a bearing on who ultimately represents you in Congress, the Legislature or even your City Council. The financial stakes are huge. According to the Maricopa Association of Governments, the federal government distributes $675 billion a year to cities and states, depending on their populations. Arizona gets $13.5 billion of that and the more people a city counts, the more money it gets. Based on where people live in the Valley, Ar-

new gym

izona’s congressional and legislative district maps will be redrawn after census results are in. The count will also affect the boundaries of Mesa’s six City Council districts. The official date for the 2020 census is April 1. That seems like a long way off, but some East Valley cities already have been preparing for months. Gilbert is counting on technology to boost its 2020 census numbers. “We’re excited that the 2020 census will be online for the first time,” said Jennifer Alvarez, who leads Gilbert’s communications department. “Our average age is 33, so we’ve

join for

call or text: 480-818-9868

see CENSUS page 8

join for

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

WANTED

36 PEOPLE TO TRY NEW DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY IN HEARING AIDS.

Are you, or someone you know, struggling with hearing loss? We need 36 people with difficulty hearing, especially in noisy situations, to evaluate the world’s first hearing device with sensors and artificial intelligence from NuEar®. We will perform thorough hearing consultations FREE of charge to ALL callers. We will then choose 36 qualified candidates for this program. Please call us immediately at 480-835-7892 to schedule your evaluation to determine if you are a candidate for this program.

Better Hearing, Better Connections HOLIDAY EVENT!

FIVE DAYS: November 11th through November 15th Win FREE Hearing Devices!

Special Guest

Candidates who attend and have an evaluation that shows hearing improvement with the new instruments, will be entered into a drawing to win a

Nationally Known Expert Rob Wall will be available for our special event – AT NO CHARGE!

Healthy hearing. Healthy life. Introducing Circa™ AI, the world’s first hearing aid that tracks brain and body health while providing superior sound quality. • Adjustments can be made remotely without an office visit

ABC Hearing Center is the EXCLUSIVE PROVIDER of Circa AI! Supplies are limited.

7165 E University Drive Bldg. 17, Suite 167 Mesa, AZ • 480-835-7892 www.abchearingaids.com Most Insurances Accepted

G IMPAIRE D RIN • EA

32 YEARS

32 • YEARS

• Language translation directly into your ears

ABC Hearing Center

R• FO

• Reliable streaming of phone calls, music and messages from your smartphone directly to your hearing aids

LE RGE A B RECH A S N O P T IO B L E! AVA IL A

Rob Wall, BC-HIS

VING • TH SER EH

FREE Pair of Circa AI Hearing Devices

E ST . 1 98 5

Call today, appointments are limited!

(480) 835-7892

*Deposit may be required. Subject to credit approval or see store for details. Can not be combined with other offers.Circa AI and Thrive are compatible with iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, iPad Air, iPad (4th generation), iPad mini 4, iPad mini 3, iPad mini with Retina display, iPad mini, iPod touch (5th generation) and Apple Watch. Use of Apple Watch requires iPhone 5 or later. Apple, the Apple logo and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. © 2019 NuEar. All Rights Reserved. 10/18 283951865

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Gilbert to open 2nd new park of 2019

An edition of the East Valley Tribune Gilbert Sun News is published every Sunday and distributed free of charge to homes and in single-copy locations throughout Gilbert. To find out where you can pick up a free copy of Gilbert Sun News, please visit www.EastValleyTribune.com.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Main number: 480-898-6500 | Advertising: 480-898-5624 Circulation service: 480-898-5641 Publisher: Steve T. Strickbine Vice President: Michael Hiatt ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT

Display Advertising:

480-898-6309

Classifieds/Inside Sales:

Elaine Cota | 480-898-7926 | ecota@evtrib.com TJ Higgins | 480-898-5902 | tjhiggins@evtrib.com Advertising Office Manager:

Lori Dionisio | 480-898-6309 | ldionisio@evtrib.com Advertising Sales Executive:

Jane Meyer | 480-898-5633 | jane@timespublications.com NEWS DEPARTMENT

Executive Editor:

Paul Maryniak | 480-898-5647 | pmaryniak@timespublications.com Managing Editor:

Cecilia Chan | 480-898-5613 |cchan@timespublications.com Copy Editor:

April Morganroth | 480-569-9667 |amorganroth@timespublications.com Reporters:

Jim Walsh | 480-898-5639 | jwalsh@timespublications.com Kevin Reagan | 480-898-5638 | kreagan@timespublications.com Get Out Editor:

Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | 480-641-4518 | christina@timespublications.com Photographer:

Kimberly Carrillo | kcarillo@timespublications.com Pablo Robles | probles@timespublications.com Design:

Christy Byerly | cbyerly@timespublications.com Production Coordinator:

Courtney Oldham | 480-898-5617 production@timespublications.com Circulation Director:

Aaron Kolodny | 480-898-5641 | customercare@evtrib.com Sports Editor: Zach Alvira | 480-898-5630 | zalvira@timespublications.com Gilbert Sun News is distributed by AZ Integrated Media, a circulation service company owned by Times Media Group. The public is permitted one copy per reader. For further information regarding the circulation of this publication or others in the Times Media Group family of publications, and for subscription information, please contact AZ Integrated Media at circ@ azintegratedmedia.com or 480-898-5641. For circulation services please contact Aaron Kolodny at aaron@azintegatedmedia.com.

BY CECILIA CHAN GSN Managing Editor

3.5-acre irrigation lake, four playing fields with sports lighting and an American-Ninja warriorstyle obstacle course will greet visitors this week when Gilbert unveils the first phase of Desert Sky Park. The debut comes on the heels of the September grand opening of phase one of the town’s 272-acre regional park – its largest recreational amenity to date. Construction cost for phase one of the “fitness-centered recreation space” came in at just over $20 million, according to town spokeswoman Jennifer Harrison. “Future phases of the park are estimated to cost $51 million in construction costs,” Harrison said. The town, for now, has identified paying for the park with park bonds and system development fees that are collected at the time a building permit is issued for residential, commercial and other non-residential development to help pay for growth. Residents can begin reserving fields at Desert Sky in January. Harrison said the next phase of Desert Sky is scheduled for Fiscal Year 2024 and that it hasn’t been determined yet how many phases the planned 115-acre park between Pecos and Williams Field roads will have. “The park is scheduled to complete design work on the remaining amenities of the park in Fiscal Year 2021,” Harrison said. When built-out, some of the park’s potential amenities include 12 more multi-use fields, a dog park and a playground. The town broke ground on the park located in the far southeast corner of Gilbert in June 2018. The park is being built within the Rittenhouse Basin as part of an intergovernmental agreement between the Maricopa County Flood Control District and the town. The park was initially known infor-

A 3.5-acre irrigation lake is a visual lynch pin for the new Desert Sky Park in Gilbert. (Chris Mortenson/GSN Staff Photographer)

mally as Rittenhouse District Park until residents last year helped pick its new name. Despite Desert Sky boasting 16 sports fields when completed, Gilbert will still lag behind the demand. Some of the equipment at the Desert Sky Park can be used by adults looking for inexA 2015 pensive exercise. (Chris Mortenson/GSN Staff Photoggrapher) Needs Assessment at the time found the town’s inventory of over 40 sports fields fell short of meeting the community’s needs. The study further noted that when the What: Grand opening of Desert Sky Park. town reaches build-out about in 2030, The celebration includes an all-ages fun run, the demand for playing fields will be inflatables, giveaways, food trucks and more. greater. Prize: Attendees who conquer the park’s The future demand includes six more fitness course will receive a commemorative youth baseball fields, three more youth dog-tag necklace, declaring them a Desert softball fields, two adult softball fields, Sky Warrior. They also will have the chance to 12 more soccer fields, seven more footmeet Adam Rayl, a foaur-time national finalist ball fields and one cricket field, accordon NBC’s “American Ninja Warrior.” ing to the study. When: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 6 The Public Safety Training Facility is Where: 6624 S. Power Road, Gilbert currently under construction next to the park.

IF YOU GO:

Your news 24/7 www.GilbertSunNews.com

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

HERITAGE from page 1

draw with offerings such as Culinary Dropopened October in downtown Phoenix, out, Postino East and according to Amanda Elliott, Redevelop- OHSO Brewery. Some ment Program manager. 27,000 vehicle trips a That said, Elliott added large-retail day occur in the Herichains can bring in mom-and-pop stores tage District. and that both can co-exist in the HeriGilbert’s journey to tage District. reach this point didn’t “It’s really a big deal,” said Elliott, who happen overnight but introduced the town’s proposal at a Gil- was a slow and steady bert Chamber of Commerce event. effort, a cumulative The proposed grocery is the latest effort of assembling downtown piece of the town’s puzzle in assembling parcels its vision of the Heritage District that in- over decades, said Dan cludes a vibrant downtown destination Henderson, town ecothat includes retail, restaurants, office, nomic development director. residential and entertainment uses. The town in 2018 Town leadership in 1989 declared the .3-square-mile District a redevelopment owned a bulk of the area. The designation gave Gilbert flex- non-residential propibility it needed to revitalize the down- erties in the Heritage Toewn officials are looking for a suitable grocery store that's not a typical supermarket for the Heriotage District in Gilbert. District, roughly 62.3 (Special to GSN) town. The Heritage District takes in the orig- acres, according to the inal townsite, the commercial areas on redevelopment plan. Phillips did not respond to how much the District. both sides of Gilbert Road and the resiThe site is identified as one of three key dential neighborhoods east and west of land the town purchased in total in the The redevelopment plan, the latest up- redevelopment areas in the area. Gilbert Road between the Western Canal district but said approximately 100 par- date occurring last year, identifies cerAccording to Phillips, some of the parcels are still owned by the town. and Elliot Road. tain sites for certain projects in the Dis- cels the town has sold or leased in the Phillips also said her office didn’t have trict. Market conditions determine when Heritage District for projects include Guided by the Heritage District Redevelopment Plan, adopted in 1991, the the information regarding what the the town pulls the trigger on those sites, a land sale to Common Bond for Culidowntown today is a noted gastronomic town spent to acquire all its parcels in Elliott said, adding the town is willing to nary Dropout and a land lease to Gilbert walk away from a project that doesn’t Chamber of Commerce, both located fit its vision or is not the right fit for the east of Gilbert Road. And, west of GilDistrict. bert Road, the town built the University The town disposes of its properties by Building that is currently being leased ADVERTISEMENT either leasing or selling them to devel- to Park University and the University of One man’s opinion opers. Arizona, Phillips said. Edition #2 In October, Town Council approved the Phillips could not say when the town sale of a 9.1-acre parcel that served as a expected to fully realize its vision for the temporary parking lot in the Heritage Heritage District but noted the updated District to a developer for a mix-used redevelopment plan is good for the next project that includes a boutique hotel. decade.

GILBERT

BEHIND the Scenes

Recently Councilman Jared Taylor brought it to the attention of the rest of the council that a certain contract had numerous extras. They paid no attention to him. Times will not always be as good as they are now. We do not need a big spending council!

George Dotti, Taxpayer

See MORE Online! www.GilbertSunNews.com •••• Send us your observations.

cchan@ timespublications.com

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE... Come visit THE NEWEST RESORT-STYLE COMMUNITY in Chandler LUXURIOUS, VILLA-STYLE CONDOMINIUMS | 3 UNIQUE SINGLE LEVEL PLANS

STARTING IN THE MID $200’S

602.875.0700 LIMITED TIME PRE-MODEL PRICING & INCENTIVES

COOPER & CHANDLER BOULEVARD | LIVEATWATERFALL.COM No offer to sell may be made and no offer to purchase may be accepted before the issuance of a public report.

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Survey finds Gilbert recycling fee support BY JORDAN HOUSTON GSN Staff Writer

ore than 3,000 Gilbert residents are on-board with paying a potential fee in order to keep the Town’s recycling program afloat. G i l bert is pondering changes to its curbside program in an effort to address China’s tighter rules on what recyclables it will accept. Those rules are forcing cities and towns across the country to either eliminate their programs or limit what they can and cannot take. China, the largest global importer of recyclables, last year stopped taking a majority of U.S. junk – turning a revenue-producing activity into a financial burden. Mesa has drastically curtailed what it will accept Surprise in August announced it was suspending its recycling program, citing soaring operation recycling costs and plunging commodity prices. Earlier in the year, Casa Grande also temporarily halted its program while Sierra Vista in June ended its curbside pickup program and directed residents to a recycling facility instead. Gilbert recently launched a community-wide survey to gauge the opinions of residents on how they would like the Town to proceed.

“The intent of the survey was to answer questions that were coming in from residents about what we are going to do,” said Gilbert Sustainability Coordinator Kelli Collins. “They were seeing on the news and online about what they [China] were doing about recycling,” she continued. “We wanted to test the waters before we made any decisions.” Gilbert currently recycles paper, metal aluminum, tin cans, plastic, jugs, jars and glass, as well as cardboard and paperboard. The town sent out a short survey on Sept. 3 via its social media channels, such as Nextdoor, Facebook and Instagram, and its e-notification lists in the hopes of getting at least 2,380 responses. That number would satisfy an accurate sample size of Gilbert’s population of 266,971, explained Gilbert Environmental Services Manager Paul Montes, and would give the Town a 95 percent confidence level and 2 percent margin of error. But the responses more than doubled their expectations, with 5,160 responses in total. “We had the highest participation amongst all of our town surveys,” said Montes. Overall, 2,696 survey participants rated Gilbert’s recycling program as “fantastic,” with 2,000 saying “great,” 384 at

“fair” and 33 at “poor.” Although 70 percent of participants said they roll out their blue recycle cans for pickup weekly, 44 percent said they don’t know where to recycle plastic bags and end up putting them in the trash. Glass is one of the least sought-after commodities in recycling, according to the Town, and removing it would save Gilbert some extra dollars. “We wanted to know how residents would feel about having glass removed from the program -- we have wanted to do that for a long time,” said Collins, adding: “Glass hasn’t been providing us any type of income. We’re not getting any revenue from it and recyclers don’t have a lot of use for it.” At least half of the participants said they would be willing to remove glass from the program, with 33 percent were unsure and 17 percent against. A higher percentage, 60 percent, was on board with the idea of adding an additional fee of $2 or less to their monthly utility bills to help minimize the costs. But 20 percent said no, with the other 21 percent unsure. The survey also highlighted several bulk trash questions as well. More than 900 residents claimed they use the bulk trash program more than nine times per year, and 61 percent of participants said they prefer the current bulk collection pickup method versus

scheduling appointments. “We still believe the best form for residents is to reuse and reduce prior to recycling,” said Collins. “A lot of times people think recycling is the answer – but reduction of consumption is the answer.” “But on the backend people are still going for the convenience of one-time products, so we want to make sure we’re doing right by the environment and doing the right thing to give our residents the tools to recycle successfully,” Collins continued. “They benefit because we know they’re passionate about the environment, but when it comes down to it at the end of the day, this will affect them financially if we don’t figure it out.” In Gilbert, the recycling program is now costing the town. In fiscal year 2018, Gilbert earned $342,000 to sustain the recycling program but in fiscal year 2019, the program cost the town $271,000. Residential recycle tonnage in Gilbert has remained steady for the most part though – 20,757 tons in calendar year 2017; 20,838 in 2017 and 14,356 so far this year, according to Town spokesperson Jennifer Harrison. Mesa is restricting items it collects for recycling such as yogurt containers and peanut butter jars and closed three bulk

gency landing in an alfalfa field near Chandler. The pilot and two passengers survived the crash unharmed. Inspectors later discovered a hole on the top side of the engine crankcase, which may have caused oil to leak out of the aircraft. According to his lawsuit, Spanganberg alleges he just had the plane’s oil changed 10 days before the crash. As a result of the accident, the doctor claims he’s endured substantial financial hardship and inconvenience to his business operation. Nearly a year after the 2017 crash, Spanganberg had to make another crash landing after his plane lost power 20 minutes into the flight. He had departed from Chandler and again had to make an emergency landing

in a field. After the second crash, Spanganberg told the media his business had not had any flying issues since it opened in 2011. “In that time in the last seven years, we’ve never had any problems to really speak of,” Spanganberg said during a television interview last September. Spanganberg has named 13 defendants in his lawsuit, many of which have already asked for the case to be dismissed. The plaintiff is accusing the defendants of negligence and breach of warranty. Only the 2017 crash is mentioned in the lawsuit. “These defendants consciously pursued a course of conduct knowing that is created a substantial risk of significant harm to others,” the lawsuit states. Textron Aviation, a Kansas-based man-

ufacturer, is one of the defendants and argues it can not be held liable because it doesn’t do business in Arizona. Textron doesn’t design or build its aircraft in Arizona, the company argued in court records, nor does it target Arizona customers with its services. Other defendants have made similar arguments that the plaintiff lacks cause and jurisdiction to sue them. Spanganberg’s attorneys argue these out-of-state companies still maintain business contacts with Arizona customers, making them subject to federal litigation. The plaintiff did not specify how much they are seeking in damages from the defendant. Spanganberg and his counsel did not respond to requests for comment.

see RECYCLING page 13

EV surgeon sues after surviving 2 plane crashes GSN NEWS STAFF

fter surviving two plane crashes near Chandler, a Gilbert surgeon is taking manufacturers to court for faulty aircraft maintenance. Dr. Peter Spanganberg filed a civil complaint last month in federal court, claiming several manufacturers had negligently allowed his plane’s engine to malfunction during a flight in 2017. Spanganberg has offices in Gilbert and Yuma and routinely uses a small plan to fly between the two locations. During one of these flights in July 2017, Spanganberg noticed the plane’s oil pressure started dropping. Smoke began billowing out of the engine and the aircraft started shaking. Spanganberg had to make an emer-

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Mesa takes next step for nation’s only inland port BY JIM WALSH GSN Staff Writer

hangar building along a runway that is large enough to accommodate a cargo plane for unloading or loading. A large manufacturing or warehouse building for one or two tenants. These construction projects are tangible first steps toward the expansion of a logistics infrastructure at the highly touted SkyBridge project in East Mesa at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Economic development officials, Mesa Mayor John Giles and business people view SkyBridge as a potential economic bonanza for Arizona and the East Valley and discussed it during a groundbreaking last week for the two buildings. They say the new buildings add credibility to a simple concept that has proved difficult to implement. Because of a unique partnership, SkyBridge will act as the nation’s only interior port of entry for shipments between the two countries, boosting international trade and creating an es-

This hangar building that will be part of the SkyBridge project at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport will enable to house a cargom plane for loading and off-loading. (Gateway Airport)

timated 17,000 jobs. Mexican and U.S customs officials will work together to “pre-clear’’ shipments back and forth between the two countries. A special seal is being developed by Mexico to help expedite shipments. Once a shipment has been precleared, it has the same effect as crossing the border into Mexico and can be

Earn More with Your Savings. 11 MONTH CD

1.80%

APY*

976 W Chandler Blvd • Chandler 480-855-6287 • www.westernbanks.com *Annual Percentage Yield effective 8/26/19. Personal & business accounts. Minimum $1,000 deposit required. Early withdrawal penalty may apply. Rate subject to change. Member FDIC.

JENNIFER LARA, PERSONAL BANKER

delivered to any Mexican airport, rather than just Mexico City, adding convenience and speed. The Uniform Cargo Processing Center will make the rest of SkyBridge, a 360acre logistics hub, possible. “I was optimistic before. This is the manifestation of our optimism,’’ Giles said. “The international economy has

great importance to Mesa and we want to be a player here.’’ Marco Lopez, president of Intermestic Partners who is working with Mexican entrepreneur Ariel Picker on the project, said the new buildings represent the first steps in building a supply chain to handle shipments from Mesa to Mexico. He said that last year’s government shutdown created a 45-day delay in obtaining important approvals from the Federal Aviation Administration to allow construction of facilities located next to the runway, such as the hangar building. The manufacturing building, featured in last week’s groundbreaking, is located just outside the airport’s boundaries. “This is fantastic. It shows the community that progress is occurring,’’ Lopez said. Glenn Hamer, president and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce, said that Mexico approved the new United States Mexico Canada Agree-

see GATEWAY page 17

Donate!

ARIZONA INCOME TAX CREDIT Thanks to the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit Law, ARS § 43-1088, donate to Chandler/Gilbert Arc. Contributions earn dollar-for-dollar tax credit on your Arizona Tax return. The maximum credit for contributions is $400 for single or head of household, or$800 for married taxpayers. Credit eligible contributions that are made on or before April 15th following the close of the taxable year may be applied to either the current or the preceding taxable year and are considered to have been made on the last day of that taxable year. Chandler/Gilbert Arc has been serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the East Valley since 1975, providing community living, employment and day treatment & training opportunities daily. Check to see if your employer will match your donation: http://doublethedonation.com/cgarc

Please donate today: www.cgarc.org

Chandler/Gilbert Arc 3250 N San Marcos Place Chandler, AZ 85225-7789

(480) 892-9422 Chandler/Gilbert Arc is an IRS Section 501(c)(3) nonproﬁt corporation, and is a Qualifying Charitable Tax Organization registered with the Arizona Department of Revenue. Our QCO code is 20245. Contact the Arizona DOR at (602) 255-3381, or visit www.revenue.state.az.us

NEWS

CENSUS from page 1

really built our communications efforts around digital tools.” For example, Alvarez said, about 50,000 of Gilbert’s 80,000 households are tied in to an app called Nextdoor. Using that and other apps such as Twitter and Instagram, the town will communicate how and why to respond to the census. “Our whole mentality is to meet our residents where they are, and they are online. So the fact that the census is moving online is the perfect thing for us,” Alvarez said. Alvarez said Gilbert will enlist community leaders and homeowners associations in the effort. “We went through the special census a few years ago,” she said. “So we really understand how to reach

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

our community.” Queen Creek also will use social media to engage a community that already is enthusiastic about the coming census. Marnie Schubert, Queen Creek’s director of marketing, communication and recreation, said the town’s “Complete Count” census committee was announced on June 5 and its members will be appearing at community events over the next nine months to spread the word. “We had a very robust outreach plan for the 2015 mid-decade census,” she said. “In 2010 social media wasn’t even a thing yet. But in 2015 it really was. We’re very fortunate to have a very engaged community, so that very robust plan is going to complement what the Complete Count committee is doing.” Mesa, the region’s largest and most di-

verse municipality sees potential threats when it comes to getting an accurate count. Francisco Heredia, who represents southwest Mesa on the City Council, is leading a 20-plus person task force that has been meeting since last year to plan census strategies. Heredia said public apathy and fear of government intrusion can make it hard to count everyone even in a normal year. But this time around the count could be even more difficult, especially in areas with high immigrant populations. The reason is an effort by the Trump administration to add to this year’s form a question asking whether the respondents are U.S. citizens. The administration said the question would be asked in an effort to enforce

voting-rights laws. But the American Civil Liberties Union produced evidence in May that the question is part of a Republican strategy to intimidate Hispanics and create electoral advantages for Republicans and non-Hispanic whites. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in late June that the citizenship question cannot be added to the census for now, but the ruling rested on the technical issue of whether the administration had adequately explained its reasons for wanting to include it. After the ruling President Trump said he was asking his lawyers to look into whether the 2020 census can be delayed in order to buy time for the question to

The city counted just over 439,000 people in 2010 after several years of economic agony – indeed, there were signs that the Great Recession actually reduced the city’s population in the latter half of the century’s first decade. Since then, powered by high-density housing on the west end and large-scale development to the east, Mesa’s population has zoomed past the half-million mark with a nearly 16 percent growth rate in eight years. Mesa’s population was estimated at 508,958 last July, making it the 35th largest city in the country. If those rates of growth hold steady, Mesa will sail past Tucson in the population rankings by the mid-2020s. In terms of percentage growth, Queen

Creek has been this decade’s regional champion. From an official census count of 26,361 in 2010, Queen Creek grew to an estimated 42,503 in July of last year – a growth rate of 61.2 percent. Even that, however, pales in comparison with the more than 500 percent growth Queen Creek saw between 2000 and 2010. At the turn of the century, the town had only 3,713 residents. Estimates of the town’s buildout population keep growing and now stand at about 110,000. The growth rates of other East Valley cities also are tapering off – but even at that, the number of new residents since 2010 would make sizable towns in their own right.

According to the 2018 census estimates: Chandler’s population of 257,165 represented a net gain of 21,042, a growth rate of 8.9 percent in eight years. Gilbert added 39,825 residents for a population of 248,279, a 19 percent growth rate. Tempe’s growth rate was almost identical to Gilbert’s. The city, albeit landlocked, has been adding high-density housing in and near its downtown. It grew by 30,645 people between 2010 and 2018, when the population was estimated at 192,364. If the populations of Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler and Tempe were combined, the population of 1.2 million would stand as the tenth-largest city in the country, beating out San Jose, California.

see CENSUS page 9

Region is a growing powerhouse even before Census BY GARY NELSON GSN Contributor

ven before the U.S. Census Bureau takes its official count of East Valley residents on April 1, new statistics speak to the region’s growing clout. Recent population estimates suggest, for example, that Mesa is on track to become Arizona’s second-largest city. That title has been held for decades by Tucson. But Tucson posted only a 3.7 percent increase in population between the 2010 census and July 1, 2018, when the latest population estimates came out. That estimate put Tucson’s population at 545,975. Mesa began the decade with almost 100,000 fewer residents than Tucson.

2020 census and you

he U.S. Constitution (Article 1, Section 2) requires that Americans count themselves every 10 years. The chief purpose of this census is to determine how many members each state may have in the U.S. House of Representatives. The more people a state has, the more clout it has in Washington – and there’s a good chance Arizona will pick up another seat in Congress after its growth from 2010 to 2020, is tabulated. That would give Arizona 10 U.S. representatives. In addition to determining congressional representation,

census data also is used to: Distribute more than $700 billion a year to states and communities. Arizona’s share currently is $13.5 billion. Allocate money for job creation, housing, public infrastructure and other resources. Besides the basic data on how many residents America has, the census also builds a statistical portrait with questions about age, ethnicity and other characteristics. While these questions may seem intrusive, the answers by law are confidential and cannot be used against a person by a government agency or court.

Preparations for the census will climax in March when virtually every household will receive a postcard. Using a code on the card, you can reply online. The census also will accept answers by phone or by means of a form that can be mailed in. Census officials say it will take about 10 minutes to answer the questions. People who don’t respond will be subject to follow-up efforts that may include having census workers visit their homes. April 1, is the official count date, and replies are due by then.

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

CENSUS from page 8

be included. Heredia fears the controversy already has had a chilling effect in Mesa, which is 30 percent Hispanic. “We feel the citizenship question … has had its effect as far as creating some fear with some residents,” Heredia said. “We’re just going to have to do our part to help them understand that it’s a process that every 10 years we take part in. It’s as safe as possible. But it’s definitely going to be a challenge.” Some people have posted on social media that they won’t participate in the census because it does not contain the citizenship question. Chandler is noting some of the same difficulties that Heredia sees. Leah Powell, who is Chandler’s neighborhood resources director, said the city launched its “Complete Count” committee a year ago. Between that group, seven subcommittees and city staff, she estimated 30-35 people are deeply involved in the Chandler census effort. “We’re focusing on getting to parts of the community that were underrepresented in past censuses,” she said. “Across the country in the last census, Latino populations with young children

were under-represented. So that’s something we have tried to focus on.” Powell said Chandler is trying to identify “trusted voices” in various sub-populations to build confidence in the census and overcome fears resulting from the debate over the citizenship question. Powell said the city has been trying to define exactly how much federal money the city receives in census-allocated programs, but one commonly cited example is Community Development Block Grants. “Those dollars are used to support public services, they’re used to support keeping people in their homes through housing rehab projects,” Powell said. “We use them for infrastructure projects, we have been doing park improvements with it. So it’s something that residents throughout the city can benefit (from).” Schubert said Queen Creek doesn’t face the same challenges as some other cities when it comes to hard-to-reach populations. In 2015, she said, residents embraced the census and “understood census is important and why a true count matters.” The census efforts by local governments are part of a wider effort called #ICount2020 under auspices of the Maricopa Association of Governments.

Dental Insurance This is not just a discount plan. This is real dental insurance from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company that helps pay for over 350 procedures – cleanings, fillings, crowns, even dentures. • No annual maximum, no deductible • See any dentist you want – including your own • Preventive care starts immediately • Over 50? Coverage as low as $1 per day

Ask about Network Savings! Over 470,000 Provider Locations Nationwide

Call for dental coverage today to help save money on big dental bills.

Call now to get this FREE Information Kit

u 1-855-389-4273 dental50plus.com/214

*Individual Plan. Coverage not available in all states. Acceptance guaranteed for one insurance policy/certificate of this type. Contact us for complete details about this insurance solicitation. This specific offer is not available in CO, NY; call 1-800-969-4781 or respond for similar offer. Certificate C250A (ID: C250E; PA: C250Q); Insurance Policy P150 (GA: P150GA; NY: P150NY; OK: P150OK; TN: P150TN) 6197 AW19-1035

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Tempe to celebrate its 2 miles of paradise BY GARY NELSON GSN Contributor

“Let the most absent-minded of men be plunged in his deepest reveries — stand that man on his legs, set his feet a-going, and he will infallibly lead you to water, if water there be in all that region.” — Herman Melville, “Moby-Dick”

hundred years ago, we had to destroy our water in order to save it. The Salt River, which begins in the mountains of eastern Arizona, had given life to the region since ancient times. Native civilizations depended on it, and early Anglo settlers had followed their footsteps, even redigging ancient canals that channeled Salt River water to thirsty crops. But the river was fickle. Sometimes in flood, sometimes merely a droughtstarved trickle, it could not be relied on to consistently sustain the towns that were beginning to blossom here as the 20th century dawned. So, we dammed it, and dammed it again, and again, and again, until the waters were trapped and ready for use only when we wanted them to be. That series of Salt River dams is largely credited with turning the East Valley into the colossus it is today. But it also turned the riverbed into a wasteland, a ghastly, rubbish-filled scar through the heart

of the Phoenix metro area. But some wondered: Must civilization really come at such a price? Why couldn’t that scar be erased? Beginning in the 1960s, folks at Arizona State University not only asked those questions, but they came up with an answer in the form of a proposal to rehabilitate the riverbed all the way from far east Mesa to the West Tempe Town Lake has been an economic engine genrating thousands of jobs through the office buildings that have been built on part of its shore. (Gary Nelson/Contributor) Valley. After years of refinement, the so-called Rio Salado project (salado is “salt” in Spanish) went to Maricopa County voters in 1987. They choked on the price tag and said no. But one cohort of voters had backed the idea. So, armed with that approval from their constituency, Tempe officials decided that

see LAKE page 12

Tempe Town Lake has also been a recreational mecca for people throughout the East Valley and, as the map to the left shows, it covers a huge swath of geography in Tempe.

Town Lake community celebration GSN NEWS STAFF

he community celebration of Tempe Town Lake’s 20th anniversary won’t just be a look back. It also is a preview of what lies ahead. City spokeswoman Melissa Quillard said the Nov. 9, party will reflect elements of a Town Lake master plan adopted by the City Council last year. The plan divides the area around the lake into six themed zones, each of which will be activated for free events between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Quillard broke it down this way: NORTH SIDE Adventure Zone: Zip line, rock wall, game stations. Athletic Zone: ASU volleyball tournament, recreation classes, fishing. Marina: Stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, rowing demonstrationss, yoga classes, dragon boat rides, sailing tours. SOUTH SIDE Arts and Eco Zone: Gallery at the Tempe Center for the Arts, public art displays, bird-watching, NASA cloud viewing, water talks, Tai Chi classes.

Entertainment Zone: Live music all day at Beach Park, food trucks, city and sponsor booths. Riviera: Boardwalk experience with mini Sixth Street Market, games, exhibits, zumba classes. Free water taxis will shuttle folks across the water to the activity zones. The aim, Quillard said, to use the day as “a preview of what it’s going to be like in the next 20 years” as the lake and its surrounding areas mature. Parking shouldn’t be an issue, she said, even though it will be Family Weekend at Arizona State University

and ASU is hosting Southern Cal for a football game that day. Parking will be available west of the arts center, other downtown spaces are available, and access also is available via light rail and its numerous parkand-rides. In addition to the public event, Tempe is sponsoring a business mixer at the arts center 4-7 p.m. on Nov. 8 to emphasize the economic opportunities generated by the lake. That event, although free, requires an RSVP. Details are available at Tempe. gov/lake.

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Attorney Advertising

ABUSED by CLERGY in

ARIZONA?

A-1 Golf Carts

SUN LAKES, AZ

ASK ABOUT THE NEW

E-Z-GO ‘LITHIUM’ POWERED CART

2019 E-Z-GO RXV ELITE 2019 E-Z-GO LX

Jeff Anderson is not admitted in Arizona

WE CAN HELP.

Begin your journey of healing today. Contact us confidentially.

2019 E-Z-GO L6

602-313-0149 3200 N Central Ave, Ste 2550 Phoenix, AZ 85012 AbusedInArizona.com

FINANCING AVAILABLE When you purchase a NEW E-Z-GO! * Finance offers only available at participating E-Z-GO dealers. Approval, rates, applicable fees, and terms provided are based on credit worthiness. Offers only available in 50 U.S. states and District Columbia. Financing offers void where prohibited. Finance terms are also available for pre-owned E-Z-GO products. Please see your local E-Z-GO Authorized Dealer for details.

25820 S. Arizona Ave. • Sun Lakes, AZ 85248 480.895.2000 • www.A1GolfCarts.com

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Gilbert man gets 11 years in prison in overdose death GSN NEWS STAFF

Gilbert man lost his bid for leniency in the drug-related death of another man after a federal judge last month sentenced him to more than 11 years in prison for distributing the deadly drug fentanyl. John Yoon Yi, 29, also was sentenced by U.S. District Judge David G. Campbell to three years of supervised probation after his release for his guilty plea in connection with the September 2015 overdose death, of a victim whose name was sealed in federal court records. Yi sold three blue “M-30” pills that looked like oxycodone to the victim, who died of an overdose within hours. Yi was indicted last year by a federal grand jury on a charge of distributing drugs laced with fentanyl on one other occasion in 2017, and possessing a firearm. The details surrounding the death and his other crimes were not part of the public court record as the indictment was sealed for reasons not cited in the case file. In a pre-sentence memo, public defenders Jon Sands and Gregory Bartolmei made an impassioned plea for a sentence below what was called for in federal sentencing guidelines. They requested 10 years in prison with an unspecified amount of credit for time served, that he be placed in a residential drug treatment program and that he be allowed to serve his sentence in a peni-

LAKE from page 10

their part of the Salt River would someday again be beautiful. They would build a lake, and parks around it, and let the water do its magic. The result was Tempe Town Lake, a shimmering two-mile-long oasis that has become one of the biggest magnets for tourism, business and culture in the American Southwest. The lake welcomed its first visitors 20 years ago this month, and Tempe is celebrating with a year-long commemoration that kicks off with a big party at the lake on Nov. 9. Mayor Mark Mitchell said the payoff for Tempe’s investment has been immense. Mitchell’s father, Harry, also served as Tempe mayor and was instrumental in keeping the idea alive after the 1987 election defeat.

tentiary in Arizona. Inmates in the federal prison can be moved anywhere within the U.S., depending on the availability of cell space and the seriousness of the charges for which they were sentenced. “The pain and reality of consequences has been fully realized” by the defendant, the defense lawyers said. They noted that the Centers for Disease Control has been studying the sharp increases in opioid overdose deaths in various States going back to 2013, and the study included 60,000 deaths – nearly a third from mixing fentanyl with illicitly manufactured opioids to make a drug 50 to 100 times more powerful than morphine. “Statistics aside, it is a sad fact that many young people not only have a casual attitude about the use of narcotics for entertainment but they are also completely uninformed of the serious risks inherent in casual drug use,” the lawyers wrote. “Constant government warnings about the inherent dangers go unheeded including the fact that the drug you think you are taking and sharing with others is not necessarily what the substance actually is. Thus, when a substance like fentanyl is consumed and it is actually 50-100 times stronger than the ‘party’ drug you thought you were taking.” They went on to assert that this is what happened to the man whose death Yi was held responsible. Referred to only as “R.S.,” the victim

With some help from other governmental entities, Tempe paid $42.3 million of the initial $45.5 million construction cost. In return, Mark Mitchell said, the city has derived more than $2 billion in economic benefits from construction, tourism and associated revenues. “It’s far greater than a dry riverbed,” he said. “It really benefits the entire region.” The lake’s statistical profile also includes these numbers: 2.5 million visitors a year, making it second only to the Grand Canyon as a tourism draw in Arizona. 40 major organized events per year, including big-time athletic competitions and community festivals. 42,000 jobs within one mile of the water, many of them in high-paying sectors of the economy. 30,000 residents within one mile of the lake.

had known Yi for about two years from high school and that his “casual attitude toward drugs” resulted in his death. “John thought he knew the nature of the substance he provided to his friend and he was and remains shocked and saddened by all that happened,” they said of their client. “John now carries a heavyweight for the loss of life as well as the pain that resulted to others. The weight of his guilt never leaves him, day or night. It is not some bad dream from which he will ever awaken but a painful fact that will continue to haunt him every day for the rest of his life.” They said Yi was remorseful and he understands his actions as well as their questions “says a lot about his character, which is a factor for this court to consider.” They also said a shorter sentence “is sufficient and serves as deterrence.” “Another consequence of his crime is the suffering John must endure knowing that he is completely helpless and unable to support his parents in any manner, particularly with the knowledge of their current health conditions and the fact that they are getting older. The time he has already spent in detention and the many years in prison that will be imposed has caused him significant mental anguish. The years are in themselves sobering and they have impressed upon him the importance of never again participating in criminal conduct in the future for anyone for any reason,” they

Many of those jobs and residences lie within the gleaming facades of a mid-rise skyline that has sprung up on both shores since the lake was filled. None of that comes as a surprise to Neil Giuliano, who served as Tempe mayor 1994-2004 and is now president and CEO of Greater Phoenix Leadership, a private entity focusing on improving the region’s quality of life. “We did have a long-term vision for the development of the lake itself and then all the surrounding area,” Giuliano said, “and by large, it is becoming what it was envisioned to be. It’s not done yet, still has a long way to go, but … everybody feels pretty good about the success so far.” Developing the lake, he said, was “a very, very complex, long-term project that involved probably close to 40 different partnerships of private sector, public sector, government sector, nonprofit sector – ev-

wrote. Even the 10 years they were seeking, they added, was sufficient warning to others about the seriousness of the crime. “John is person who wants to make something better of his life when he is finally released from prison. He completed several education courses at Mesa Community College and now plans to take advantage of the courses, counseling and training available at the facility where he will be placed by the Bureau of Prisons,” they said. “Mr. Yi has been battling serious drug abuse issues for years and he wants nothing more to do with it,” they said, noting his probation officer also recommended he be placed in a residential drug treatment program. As for putting Yi in an Arizona facility, they said his older brother is in the military and is stationed overseas. His parents are getting on in years and have some significant health issues,” they explained. “They live in Arizona and travel is very difficult for them. F a m ily unity has always been an important factor for placement because it aides in the rehabilitation process and gives inmates something to work towards and to look forward to. It would help Mr. Yi and his family to maintain that unity if he is housed in Arizona. “There are only so many ways for Mr. Yi to say he’s sorry,” they said. “He truly is sorry and has learned much already from this experience.”

eryone really had to be involved in this.” They stayed on task despite a chorus of critics who, Giuliano said, complained “it would be a folly, no one’s ever going to build anything around a fake lake, it’s not going to attract anything but mosquitoes, on and on and on. “But we moved forward with good information, solid knowledge, and we were taking a level of risk that was well within our capacity as a community to make something really tremendous happen.” “We didn’t have to raise taxes to build the lake,” Giuliano said. “That was very important to us at the time. The other thing that was important to us was that the entire perimeter – 100 percent of the perimeter of the lake – would allow for public access. Nothing would ever be able to be built right up to the lake itself.”

see LAKE page 13

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

RECYCLING from page 6

recycling centers. Chandler for now has no plans to change its program as it was still earning some revenue from curbside pick-ups to offset its processing fees to recycling companies, according to Traci Conway, city recycling manager.

LAKE from page 12

Kris Baxter-Ging, a spokeswoman for the city, said water for the initial fill came from the Colorado River via the Central Arizona Project and later the city used tax credits to bring water from the Salt River system itself. Now, she said, the lake is sustained naturally from water that trickles through the riverbed – water that also feeds several riparian areas near Town Lake itself. Evaporation from the lake, she said, is about equal to that from two golf courses. If there was ever a moment when people wondered whether the lake had been a good idea, it probably came in July 2010 when one of the rubber bladders that served as the lake’s dam burst, draining the water in a flash flood in which, mercifully, nobody died.

That said, Conway added, next year could be a different story. Although Chandler has money set aside to cover the program’s shortfall, it will be up to the City Council to decide when the tipping point is to stop subsidizing recycling, according to Conway. As far as next steps for Gilbert, the Town is hoping to make slight adjust-

ments to its current program before considering imposing a fee. Specifically, it wants to get creative with how it puts out information about what can and cannot be recycled, explained Collins. “We just want to do a better job with more social media to engage and improve their [residents’] recycling hab-

sturdier hinged-gate dam system. Baxter-Ging said benefits of the lake extend far beyond its immediate neighborhood. “If you’re a Tempe resident and you never go to Town Lake, you’re still benefitting from it,” she said. “Those 42,000 jobs that are around the lake, those are very good A dam break in 2010 emptied Tempe Town Lake, leaving muck and dead fish. (pwxial to GSN) jobs. A lot of them are in fields like cyLater analysis posited that the relent- bersecurity and technology.” less Arizona sun took a premature toll on She added, “Not only are we bringing the rubber dam, which was replaced by a good jobs, but all the benefits that comes

from town Lake translates into city services, like police officers, firefighters, improved streets. That money comes back into our city to improve our community.” But, she said, it’s not just about the money, or even the recreation. “Town Lake isn’t just a place where people go to do something,” she said. “Town Lake is a place that becomes the backdrop for amazing memories for people. This is where people go on Sunday evenings with their families for walks. This is the place where maybe you swam your first triathlon or ran your first 5K run. This might be the place where you proposed marriage to your wife. “The 2.5 million people who visit here every year are choosing to come here for a reason. It’s become a beautiful part of our community, a place where we all go to be together.”

Sponsored Content

PlumbSmart Plumbing, Heating and Air Brings Compassion and Quality to Home Repair home air conditioning went out and she didn’t have the means to pay for the repair, PlumbSmart took care of it for free.

No one looks forward to the day they’re faced with a plumbing, heating or air conditioning problem — especially when they’re expensive, inconvenient and difficult to understand.

Wayne sets an example of benevolence for his team in how he treats customers and them, providing competitive pay, benefits and access to the latest equipment, and expects them to treat customers with the same level of care.

That’s why PlumbSmart Plumbing Heating and Air focuses on providing affordable prices, high-quality service and reliable repairs backed by lifetime warranties. The company has been voted the top plumber in Mesa, has nearly one thousand five-star reviews and has a Better Business Bureau A+ rating to show how well its approach works.

“We remind our guys that they’re servants,” he said. “Life is really, really tough and when they have somebody that’s pleasant and caring, especially about their pocketbook, that matters. You want a servant in your home. You want somebody that’s on your side, not somebody that’s telling things you don’t really understand and giving you a price that shocks you.”

Owner Wayne Decker has 45 years of experience in the industry and began his business to give homeowners an advocate in the plumbing, heating and air conditioning industry who wouldn’t overcharge them and would provide top-quality work.

That approach has lead to a low turnover rate amongst employees, with no one quitting the company, and a clientele of only satisfied customers.

“I started PlumbSmart as an answer to an industry where basically it preys on the ignorance of homeowners, like auto repair and other home services,” said Wayne. “They charge too much. In fact, every one of our company trucks now has our motto, “Plumbers Charge Too Much!” because they do industry-wide.” For Wayne, building his family owned and operated business is about forming relationships with customers and taking care of people with transparency and kindness. “We want to be all things to all people,” said Wayne. “If it’s a single mom and she’s living paycheck to paycheck or an elderly couple who are on a fixed income, we’re going to fix their problem. We’re going to work with them in whatever way we need to and that includes benevolent repairs.” In fact, this summer, when a customer called PlumbSmart because her

“I will not allow there to be a complaint against me that I’m aware of, whether it’s money back, redoing it, whatever it takes,” said Wayne. “If a customer lets us know, and we try our best to get a hold of them, we’ll solve the problem.”

For Wayne and Karry Decker, building a family owned and operated business is about forming relationships with customers and taking care of people with transparency and kindness.

its,” she said. “We’ve always focused on what we do take and what we don’t take – but in recent discussions, we’re talking about only letting people know what we do take. If it’s not on the list, then you don’t have to guess and it goes into the trash.” Survey results: alex.gilbertaz.gov/ bulksurvey.

PlumbSmart even gives its customers the knowledge they need to complete a repair themselves or understand where the problem in their home might be coming from. Not only does their website have an extensive FAQ and informative blog, Wayne welcomes customers to call and ask questions. “We have no problem with a customer calling us and saying, ‘Hey we want to change out our own garbage disposal, can you kind of look over my shoulder over the phone and tell me what to look out for and give some tips,’” he said. Plumbsmart is located at 3010 E. Main St. in Mesa. To learn more, call (480) 654-8865 or visit itsjustplumbsmart.com.

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Construction firms vote with bucks for schools BY KEVIN REAGAN GSN Staff Writer

onstruction companies have pledged a substantial amount of support this season for campaigns that are advocating to pass bonds and overrides in East Valley school districts. Because schools are not legally allowed to campaign for passage of ballot initiatives, political action committees have to be separately established to buy advertising or put up flyers. Teachers and administrators are often the biggest donors to these committees, but the construction sector has shown significant financial support this year for campaigns across the East Valley. Public records show 'Yes for Chandler Students', a pro-bond committee, collected more than $110,000 in donations from construction, design, utility and contracting companies.

Chandler Unified is asking voters this year to approve a $290-million bond for various construction, renovation, and capital projects – including a new elementary school within Gilbert town limits since the district’s boundaries extend into western Gilbert. Gilbert residents living in the Chandler district will have received mail ballots for that bond issue. Voters in the rest of Gilbert will have received ballots either for the $100-million bond issue and 15 percent budget override for Gilbert Public Schools or a bond repurposing and 15 percent override for Higley Unified, depending on where they live. Results of the all-mail voting will be disclosed Tuesday night after polling center have closed. Elections officials have said it’s too late to mail a ballot in and that ballots must

be dropped off at a voting center before 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5. People who have received a ballot can find the nearest polling center at recorder.maricopa.gov/ pollingplace. Ballots for GPS can be dropped off at the district office, 140 S. Gilbert Road, Gilbert 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday and 7 a.m.7 p.m. Tuesday. If you have misplaced your ballot paper or ballot envelope it is possible to receive a replacement ballot at the GPA District Office voting station. The school committee in Gilbert Public Schools raised $29,000 this year from the construction sector, according to the most recent finance Steep cuts in state funding is part of the Chandler Unified’s justification for seeking the large bond, arguing it needs more resources to accommodate Chandler’s growing population. The district also is planning to build

two new high school in Chandler. Chandler Unified officials say they are contending with an influx of students. Some companies that could potentially bid to work on these schools and other projects have been donating to the probond committee. McCarthy Building Company, Core Construction, and Chasse Building have all donated thousands of dollars to the campaign. These companies have all procured multi-million-dollar projects from CUSD in recent years, district records show. Justin Kelton, president of McCarthy’s southwest region, said the business community is helping to fill a gap left by the Arizona Legislature’s inability to restore education funding back to prerecession levels. “We value education and believe that

see CONSTRUCTION page 15

Gilbert, Scottsdale lawmakers disagree on short-term rentals BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

legislative panel is debating whether to restore the right of cities and towns to regulate short-term vacation rentals – a right that legislators and Gov. Doug Ducey took away from them three years ago. But the idea already is getting a chilly reception from the governor. And it may be putting a Gilbert legislator on a collision course with a colleague from Scottsdale. Rep. John Kavanagh, R-Scottsdale, who chairs the committee, said the law was sold to legislators as a way of helping homeowners earn some extra money by renting out a spare bedroom, perhaps to a visiting foreign student. Rep. Travis Grantham, R-Gilbert, said that gives cities and towns all the authority they need to enforce basic safety and health regulations, things like noise and trash. But Kavanagh – who co-chairs the panel and voted against the 2016 law – said the reality is that a large share of the homes offered for rent through companies like Airbnb and VRBO are actually owned by people who don’t live there and have simply purchased the house for the specific purpose of renting it out

GRANTHAM

KAVANAGH

to those who may stay just a few days. Sen. Kate Brophy McGee, R-Phoenix, said having short-term rentals in what had been a neighborhood of owneroccupied homes means the people who live there year-round don’t know who is coming and going. The result, she said, is she’s not comfortable leaving her grandchildren outside. “It changes the character of a residential neighborhood,’’ she said.

Matt Miller, an attorney for the Goldwater Institute, brushed aside those concerns. “Is that the role of government to come in and say that houses have to be owned by people who are going to live there for a year so that all the neighbors can know each other?’’ he said. “I don’t think that’s the role of government.’’ Brophy McGee said that misses the point.

“It’s understanding if you’re buying a property next to a hotel what you’re going to get, which is people coming, people going, different people,’’ she said. But Brophy McGee said the folks who are concerned bought their homes in areas specifically zoned for residential use. Miller’s comments also drew an angry reaction from Rep. Isela Blanc, D-Tempe, who said there’s a world of difference between having neighbors who live there full time versus absentee owners who create de facto hotels by in residential areas, renting out the houses to different people on a daily or weekly basis. “Why are my property rights less valuable than the person who is choosing to run a business next door to me without the proper zoning and consumer protections, neighborhood protections, neighbor protections?’’ she asked. Miller was unconvinced. Kavanagh said the 2016 law has created another problem. He said entire neighborhoods in some communities have now been converted into shortterm rentals, drying up the availability of affordable rental housing. The solution in Kavanagh’s mind is to once again let local city and town councils decide what restrictions work best.

see RENT page 17

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

CONSTRUCTION from page 14

it is necessary for the development of our future workforce and community leaders. Therefore we support schools, teachers and students being given access to needed resources that these elections provide,” Kelton said in a statement. The construction sector has been regularly contributing to school campaigns all across the Valley for years. But the level of support appears to be particularly high during this election for some campaigns and low for others. According to campaign finance reports, Yes for Chandler Students collected about $28,000 in donations from construction companies in 2015, when voters approved another bond for Chandler Unified. In 2013, the committee reported collecting $16,300. A Scottsdale PAC reported getting $30,000 and a Tempe committee got about $20,000. The Mesa Alliance for Educational Excellence, a committee supporting Mesa Public Schools’ override, reported $84,393 in contributions so far this election year, based on the most recent finance reports. About 67 percent of these contribu-

tions came from contractors and construction companies. Mesa Public Schools’ bond issue passed last year – and that campaign was fueled heavily by contributions from the construction industry. This year the district is seeking voter approval of a 15 percent budget override to pay for daily operating expenses, mainly payroll. All districts have been socked with higher payrolls because of the voter-approved increases in the minimum wage. When a district awards contracts for construction projects, it typically follows a process intended to be fair and unbiased. The district has a committee review all the bids it receives and rank applicants through a points system. For example, when Chandler Unified solicited bids for adding 10 new classrooms to Basha High School, a five-person committee reviewed four proposals. The committee awarded the $3-million contract to Concord General Contracting because it got the greatest number of points. Concord is listed as one of the donors to 'Yes for Chandler Students.'

see CONSTRUCTION page 16

NEWS

W O H G N I N R A E L N I D E T S E R INTE ? R E T P O C I L E H TO FLY A

EARN COLLEGE CREDIT! GROUND CLASSES BEGIN IN JANUARY, 2020

• Classes meet twice per week • Flying not included but available for additional cost Join us at an orientation to learn more! To reserve a seat, sign up online at: https://www.quantumhelicopters.com/infosession-reservations-request -or-

call 480-814-8118 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION VISIT:

www.quantumhelicopters.com https://dc3.edu/degree-program/ﬂight-instructor/

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

CONSTRUCTION from page 15

This type of interconnection between contractors, political committees, and school districts is well within the bounds of Arizona law. As long as district officials avoid conflicts of interest that result in them personally benefiting in a deal, this type of arrangement seems to have become the norm in public education. A review of public records from across the state shows many of the companies bankrolling bond and override committees are also part of a small group getting most of the contracts awarded by school districts. The Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting found that between 2013 and 2016, nine architects, construction firms, and subcontractors won more than half of all K-12 project contracts in the state. Educators often argue they regularly

repeat business with the same contractors because it’s important for designers and builders to know the standards and culture of a school district. When asked if McCarthy Building chooses to support bonds and overrides that may fund construction projects his company could bid on, Kelton responded “not necessarily” and emphasized how overrides often help fund teacher salaries and educational programs. “Since we believe that the basis of a strong community and an educated workforce is rooted in a good education,” Kelton added, “we support these elections and other educational initiatives.” Chandler Unified’s $196-million bond from 2015 has funded a long list of construction and remodeling projects. One of those items includes design work for the district’s two forthcoming schools. On Oct. 16, the district’s Governing Board used money from the 2015 bond,

to award a $3.5-million contract to HDA Architects for designing the new high school. Campaign finance reports show HDA donated $10,000 on Aug. 19, to the 'Yes for Chandler Students' committee. HDA also donated $3,000 during the 2015 election. Governing Board President Barbara Mozdzen is the committee’s treasurer and voted to approve the HDA contract. She said her volunteer work for the political committee does not influence her votes as a school board member. “This has no influence on the district procurement process as it is completely independent from the PAC,” Mozdzen wrote in an email. “Donors to the PAC do not influence any of my decisions as a board member.” Mozdzen is not the only school board president to be part of a pro-bond political campaign. The Arizona School Board Associa-

tion, an entity that guides school boards through navigating state laws, said the law allows board members to work on pro-bond campaigns, as long as it’s on their own time and without using school resources. The committee that recommended granting HDA the contract only consisted of CUSD employees from various departments and one representative of the Arizona School Facilities Board. CUSD Associate Superintendent Frank Fletcher said his department has a checks-and-balances system in place that can spot suspicious irregularities during the review process. If members of the committee are awarding points to an applicant that’s not consistent with the rest of the group, Fletcher said he may question the member’s motivations or judgment. The decision to give HDA the design contract was overwhelmingly consistent, Fletcher added.

Lindsay Road, according to Sgt. Mark Marino. Police determined vandals broke into a locked storage container, stole restroom cleaning supplies and spread the liquids across the park. Both police and fire responded to the incident. Marino said park rangers had discovered the burglary and damage before the park’s opening at 5:30 a.m. They attempted to clean the areas that were exposed to hand-cleaning soap and made arrangements for additional

cleanup, but were unaware cleaning material was spread on the slide and play area, Marino said. When possible, the town stores the cleaning supplies inside, according to town spokeswoman Jennifer Harrison. “Unfortunately, not all locations, especially at the older parks, have the space and capability to do this,” she said. Freestone opened in 1988. The outdoor storage cabinet that was broken into was made of Teflon and the town has now installed a heavy-duty metal storage cabinet similar to those at other parks, according to Harrison. The town also is evaluating alternate storage options for cleaning supplies to ensure security and safety, she said. Marino said Sunday’s break-in was a first for the town. The park’s ramada playground area also was vandalized. Materials from inside the cabinet was taken out and thrown all over the place, according to Marino.

Rolls of trash-can liners were flung over the playground swings and onto the restroom building’s roof and hand-soap containers were smashed on the walkways, Marino said. The vandals also up-ended a number of blue and black 90-gallon trash containers throughout the park. Harrison said Parks and Recreation staff is currently reviewing the incident. Going forward, “if vandalism occurs and it is suspected that cleaning solutions or other potential harmful products were used, the department will close down the playground area until it is fully cleaned,” she said.

Punks vandalize Freestone Park, hurt 2 kids BY CECILIA CHAN GSN Managing Editor

ilbert Police are asking for the public’s help in finding the suspects who vandalized a park and dumped cleaning solution on a playground slide that slightly burned two toddlers. The incident unfolded at 9:36 a.m., last Sunday after two 2-year-olds broke out in a rash after sliding down a slide at Freestone Park at Juniper Avenue near

15% Off Hair Services Not to be combined with any other offer.

Get Your FALL Color/Highlight........................................ $30 Hair! Perms ...................................................... $25 Haircut and Style ..................................... $10 Shampoo and Style...................................$10 European “Spa” Facial ............................. $30 (75 min.) Includes Steam & More! Age Smart Skin Resurfacing Exfoliator (anti-aging) ............................. $30 Medibac Clearing Facial (acne) ................ $30 Hot Stone Facial/Back Facial .................... $30 Microdermabrasion Packages (Please call for pricing)

480-857-1138 610 N. Alma School Rd., #38 • Chandler CLASSES FORMING NOW!

HOW TO HELP

Anyone who may have information about the incident is urged to call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or Gilbert Police Department at 480-503-6500.

Catch up on Local Gilbert News! gilbertsunnews.com

Wednesday is now officially Senior Citizen Day. Mon. 5 p.m. - 9 p.m., Tues. - Fri. 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat. 8:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

FINANCIAL AID FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY. VA APPROVED

Must present ad at time of service. Services provided by students and supervised by licensed educators.

NEWS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

GATEWAY from page 7

is optimistic that her company will be able to secure leases for the new buildings. “We have a lot of interest. I think in Phoenix, it’s fair to say, if you build it, they will come,’’ she said. The new building offer 140,000 square feet for shipping-related businesses. She said CBRE anticipates the manufacturing building will likely be rented by a producer of aviation equipment, but it could also become a warehouse. She said the manufacturing building is under construction and the hangar building is scheduled to come before the Mesa City Council in November. While both of these buildings have been approved by the FAA and take up about 8 ½ acres, the remaining 358 acres are the subject of an ongoing FAA impact study, Orcutt said. When that document is approved, it will free up the rest of SkyBridge for development. “Thank you for the opportunity. We feel like it’s more than a project. We feel like it’s home,’’ Picker said. “Working inside an airport is not as easy as working outside an airport. There are many authorities involved.’’ He said SkyBridge “will be a city inside a big city. We’re talking about thousands of jobs.”

ment months ago, but the matter is still pending before the U.S. Congress. The new agreement replaces the much-maligned NAFTA, the North American Free Trade Agreement, and it represents a much-needed update after 25 years. “We are optimistic that the US-Mexico agreement is going to pass,’’ Hamer said, with trade between Arizona, Mexico and Canada already responsible for generating 228,000 jobs. Officials project that SkyBridge, when it is fully developed, would generate 17,000 jobs at the airport. “Mayor Giles is probably the most free-trade mayor in Arizona. He has taken the place of Mayor Stanton,’’ Hamer said, referring to former Phoenix mayor and now Congressman Greg Stanton. He said the first two buildings at SkyBridge demonstrate confidence among the private sector that the project is more than a nice idea. “People have great confidence. Arizona’s economy is as healthy as it’s ever been,’’ Hamer said. “It shows confidence that we will increase our trade with Mexico.’’ Jackie Orcutt, senior vice president of industrial brokerage for CBRE Inc.,

RENT from page 14

That could include limiting the number of short-term rentals, both in any specific neighborhood as well as overall in the community. And Kavanagh said a limit on occupancy based on the number of bedrooms also makes sense. But Ducey, who championed the 2016 law – and would have to sign any new restrictions – contended, “We’re proud of the open-for-business reputation that Arizona has.’’ “What we didn’t want is a patchwork of different laws throughout the state,’’ he said. “We think that’s bad policy. It’s not friendly to a growing economy.’’ Ducey, however, had to back down a bit when he signed a new law earlier this

year restoring to communities the ability to crack down what are considered the more blatant abuses. It spells out that homes cannot be used for parties, restaurants, sales or other non-residential purposes and requires owners to provide a point of contact for police to call if there are problems. There also are fines for violations, potentially up to half the gross monthly proceeds after multiple violations. Kavanagh, who is a former police officer, said, “It’s almost impossible to enforce these things. Police officers have to witness violations. So, when the police car pulls up, ‘Shhh, cops!’ Everybody’s quiet.’’ The committee is set to have at least two more hearings before the Legislature reconvenes in January.

Your news 24/7 www.GilbertSunNews.com

Interfaith CommUNITY Spiritual Center

ANSWERS TO PUZZLES AND SUDOKU (Puzzles on Page 30)

presents

MARK EARLIX SPIRITUAL HEALING WORKSHOP Saturday Nov.9, 10am-4pm Cost: $125 • Awaken to the power of healing to change the way you feel and love • Learn specific healing techniques that Mark has taught to thousands

Contact Rev. Manny to register 480-593-8798 Also—Healing Circle Fri. Nov.8 at 7pm. Suggested love offering $20

Additionally, please join us at our Sunday Celebration, every Sunday at 10:30am. Wonderful singers and musicians, guided meditation, candle lighting, uplifting messages and much more. All are welcome.

Check website and Facebook for much more information Interfaith-community.org Interfaith CommUNITY Spiritual Center 952 E.Baseline Rd. #102, Mesa, 85204 480-593-8798 PROBLEM.

SOLUTION.

Now there’s miraDry® • Immediate results that last • Dramatic reduction of underarm sweat • Non-invasive, in-office procedure with minimal to no downtime • FDA cleared • Toxin-free, no need for endless treatments • No need for ineffective antiperspirants

Call Dr. Hiatt at 480-844-1410 to schedule your appointment!

PLASTIC SURGERY OF Tummy • Breast • Face • Ears • Nose • Eyelids Male Breast Removal • Liposuction • Laser Hair Removal Mommy Makeover • Underarm Sweat Solutions

All injections are administered by Dr. Hiatt Botox • Juvederm • Voluma

call for a complimentary consultation

(480) 844-1410

4540 E. Baseline Rd., Ste 117 Mesa, Arizona 85206 | DRHIATT.COM

Patient’s Choice Award Recipient

Community

COMMUNITY

GilbertSunNews.com |

@GilbertSunNews

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

For more community news visit gilbertsunnews.com

/GilbertSunNews

Chandler dance group a ‘house of culture’ for Mexican traditions BY KEVIN REAGAN GSN Staff Writer

hen Gloria Garza-Wells moved from Tucson to Chandler a few years ago, she felt a bit of culture shock. The history teacher had grown up immersed in Latino culture, dressing in colorful dresses and learning traditional Mexican folk dances. She had the benefit of having mentors in Tucson who taught her the value of preserving their artistic heritage. But Garza-Wells had a difficult time finding the same creative outlet in the sprawling Phoenix metro area. “I felt kind of out of place because I had nowhere to go for dance,” she said. This prompted her to form a nonprofit in 2014 that would educate younger generations on the customs of Latino culture. Five years later, the Instituto de Folklorico Mexicano now has a dance studio in Chandler and teaches up to 70 students from across the Valley. The dancers range in age from toddlers to teenagers and regularly perform throughout the year.

lorico’s dancers donned long dresses, pinned flowers to their hair and pasted their faces with skeletal makeup. At one point during the performance, dancers balanced candles on their head as they twirled and side-stepped across the stage. Garza-Wells said everything her dancers do is rooted in history and they pride themselves on their meticulousness. “That’s really big in the folk community that we have to be authentic and we have to be accurate,” she said. “We can’t stray from the original.” Cynthia Ramirez, the nonprofit’s assistant director, said they help The dance studio in Chandler that’s run by the Instituto de Folkorico some dancers make their cosMexicano draws students from across the Valley who are interested in learning more about the cultural traditions of Mexico. Students tumes, teaching them how to cut also put on dance presentations around the region. (Special to GSN) patterns and do basic sewing. Students have a greater appreciation for Late October is a particularly eventtheir outfits when they see the work that ful time for the group, as it’s asked to goes into constructing them, Ramirez said. perform at Day of the Dead festivals all Like Garza-Wells, Ramirez is a transover the Valley. The Mexican holiday pays plant from Tucson and felt out of place tribute to the recently departed through when she first moved to Ahwatukee. building altars and elaborate parades. ”I felt lost,” she said, adding she didn’t At a recent celebration in Mesa, Folk-

connect with any of the local dance groups. Ramirez’s parents immigrated to the United States from Mexico, making her a first-generation resident. She had danced throughout her childhood, learning all the customs of traditional folk dance. But many of the student dancers in Folklorico Mexicano are third- or fourthgeneration residents, Ramirez said, and bits and pieces of their culture get lost or forgotten over time. And there’s much to learn when it comes to Mexico’s folk dances. Each of the country’s states and regions has its own style of dances that have different origins and carry specific meanings. “Every dance tells a story,” Ramirez said, “There’s so much heritage attached.” “Our culture is often seen in a negative light,” Ramirez said. “This just promotes so much positivity.” “My goal for this group is to have dance just be a small branch on the tree of a bigger umbrella,” she said. Instituto de Folklorico Mexicano offers a variety of dance classes in Chandler and Queen Creek. Information: folkloricoaz. com.

used several scientific tools while in the lab, including jumbo tweezers to hold the rocks, jumbo eyedroppers and brushes. Students used their math, science and fine motor skills all at once, she said. “I also provided our geologists with an official clipboard, paper and writing tools so they could record

their observations. We had several rocks that were cut into thin slices for us to observe using our light table as well. During this unit we were also able to take on some pretty amazing experiments,” Sharr added. Students used eggshells and household items, such as Epsom salt, to create geodes and crystals. “My favorite part of this entire unit was when the children would go home and take their parents rock exploring through their neighborhoods and teach their parents about the different types of rocks they had learned about in class,” Sharr said. Higley Unified School District offers preschool for students ages 3-5 at both Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center in Queen Creek and Cooley Early Childhood Development Center in Gilbert. Information: husd.org/pre.

Rocks take centerstage in Higley KinderPrep class

BY MICHELLE REESE GSN Guest Writer

inderPrep students in Lisa Sharr’s Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center took a recent geology lesson to the next level. Students were able to observe, experiment, sort, classify and think like a geologist thanks to the creative lesson Sharr designed. “The kids absolutely loved our Geology unit, I think mostly because it was so hands-on!” she said. “We learned about the three different rock types; igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary. While in the geology lab, we were able to explore and investigate hundreds of different rocks.” Using muffin pans, student sorted the rock samples by size, color, shape, texture, and type. The young students also

Logan Valek, a KinderPrep student at Sossaman Early Child Development Center, donned goggles or his rock study. (Special

to GSN)

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

No Clipping Required. ON AVERAGE, AARP MEMBERS ENJOY

$449* SAVINGS ON AUTO INSURANCE

when they switch from companies like

GEICO, State Farm and Allstate Your savings could be even more!

Call The Hartford 1-844-998-0817

The AARP® Auto Insurance Program from The Hartford.1 Saving is easy! With this policy, experienced drivers who switch save an average of $449* in the first year alone — and they get all the benefits and privileges you’d expect with the AARP Auto Insurance Program from The Hartford. Your own savings could actually be greater.

96%

of customers recommend The Hartford**

n 24/7 claims service n Lifetime renewability† n Lock in your rate for a full 12 months n New car replacement§§ The only national auto insurance program endorsed by AARP.

Call The Hartford now to request a FREE money-saving quote.

1-844-998-0817 No coupon necessary.

Not an AARP member? If you’re 50 or over, request a FREE quote and more information today!

FREE duffel bag when you request your free quote!*** * Savings amounts are averages based on information from The Hartford’s AARP Auto Insurance Program customers who became new auto insurance policyholders between 1/1/18 and 12/31/18 and provided data regarding their savings and prior carrier. Your savings may vary. ** Based on customer experience reviews shared online at www.thehartford.com/aarp as of April 2019. *** The gift offer is good for first time responders who provide a valid email address. Responders will be sent an email to confirm the gift. All responders in IA, IL, MA and RI who do not provide an email address are still eligible to receive the gift The gift offer is not available in GA, ND, NM or PA, but residents may still request a quote. The gift is available only as a limited time offer. Please allow 4-7 weeks for delivery. Bottle not included. † If you are age 50 or older, once you’re insured through this Program for ait least 60 days, you cannot be refused renewal as long as applicable premiums are paid when due. Also, you and other customary drivers of your vehicles must retain valid licenses, remain physically and mentally capable of operating an automobile (not applicable in MA), have no convictions for driving while intoxicated and must not have obtained your policy through material misrepresentation. Benefit currently not available in HI, MI, NH, NC and TX. §§ Limitations apply. AARP and its affliates are not insurers. Paid endorsement. The Hartford pays royalty fees to AARP for the use of its intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purposes of AARP. AARP membership is required for Program eligibility in most states. The AARP Automobile Insurance Program from The Hartford is underwritten by Hartford Fire Insurance Company and its affliates, One Hartford Plaza, Hartford, CT 06155. It is underwritten in CA by Hartford Underwriters Insurance Company; in WA, by Hartford Casualty Insurance Company; in MN, by Sentinel Insurance Company; and in MA, MI and PA, by Trumbull Insurance Company. Specific features, credits, and discounts may vary and may not be available in all states in accordance with state filings and applicable law. Applicants are individually underwritten and some may not qualify. The program is currently unavailable in Canada and U.S. Territories or possessions. 1 In Texas, the Auto Program is underwritten by Southern County Mutual Insurance Company, through Hartford Fire General Agency. Hartford Fire Insurance Company and its affiliates are not financially responsible for insurance products underwritten and issued by Southern County Mutual Insurance Company. 006131

David Kelly, MD Plastic Surgery

Dr. Condie Dermatology

To schedule an appointment call

Kara Gooding, PA-C Dermatology

Gary McCracken, MD Dermatology

Anthony Petelin, MD Mohs Surgery

James Young, DO Mohs Surgery

(480) 223-9502

Brian deGuzman, MD Vein Specialist

David Feist, PA-C Dermatology

Dermatology, Mohs, Plastic Surgery, Veins

Gilbert: 3530 S. Val Vista Dr., Suite B-109 & 110 Sun Lakes & Chandler: 10440 E. Riggs Rd., Suite 160 New Patients Welcome • Most Insurance Accepted • Medicare Accepted

www.azcdps.com

COMMUNITY

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Birds, cell phones and other subjects on HDSouth’s menu

GSN NEWS STAFF

D SOUTH will offer a series of informative programs for people of all ages this month. Programs are led by artists, historians, storytellers, botanists and scientists; experts in their field who share their knowledge and skills with our community. Home of the Gilbert Historical Museum and located in the heart of the heritage district, the building opened as Gilbert Elementary School in 1913. It is the oldest building in Gilbert and is the only one on the National Register of Historical Places. Gilbert Museum is a repository of artifacts chronicling the town’s rich history, featuring newly remodeled exhibits and interactive displays. Many of the educational programs are free, while some come with a small charge to cover materials. Information: hdsouth.org/calendar. Unless otherwise noted, registration is required for the one-time events at hdsouth.org.

WEEKLY PROGRAMS Yoga

7-8 p.m. Thursdays. Join Marilynn

PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL

Igleski, certified yoga instructor, helps participants relax while conditioning muscles. Open to all levels of yoga experience. Please bring your own yoga mat. Open to ages 14 and up. Free for members, $5 for non-members.

Story time

9:30-10 a.m. Tuesdays. AZCEND and HD SOUTH present this free program.

EVENTS

Explore German Genealogy 6:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 6. Genealogist Steve Packer will instruct participants on how to learn about their German ancestors. He will cover the historical area of the Roman and Prussian Empires. Free.

Migratory Waterfowl

10 a.m.-noon Nov. 9. Don’t miss the chance to see migratory waterfowl at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch in Gilbert. Under the guidance of a park naturalist, attendees will have the chance to observe ducks, shorebirds and other water birds. Wear comfortable walk-

PRE-K - 7TH E N ROLL NOW ! 862 E Elliot Rd Gilbert, AZ 85234

480-325-6100

G I L B E R TA R T S A C A D E M Y. C O M

ing shoes and bring binoculars. Meet in the parking lot at the Riparian Preserve. Free for members, $10 otherwise.

Arizona’s WWII Airfields

6:30-8 p.m. Nov.12. Historian and archivist Steve Hoza will discuss the numerous airfields in Arizona that were used to train American and allied pilots and crew members to fly and operate aircraft. Free.

Food Choices and the Planet

6:30-8 p.m. Nov.14. Professor Christopher Wharton, Senior Sustainability Scientist and Assistant Dean of Innovation and Strategic Initiatives at ASU’s College of Health Solutions will discuss food choices, food systems, and the impact on health and sustainability. Free.

Holiday Card Making

10 a.m.-noon Nov.16. During this workshop, participants of all ages will create beautiful and thoughtful greeting cards just in time for the holidays. Instructor Chris Venema, a renowned card maker and artist, will provide in-

structions for four basic techniques after which attendees can let their creativity flow and design unique and memorable cards just right for giving. Each participant will make 12 cards. All supplies are provided. $15 for members, $20 otherwise.

Cell Phone Pics

6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 19. Professional photographer John Priddy will teach individuals who have the basic skills of cell phone photography but want to improve the quality and appearance of their photos. Learn about the interplay between light, focus and composition and how to take pictures that pop. Bring your cell phones. Free for members, $10 otherwise.

Arizona’s Waterways

6:30-8 p.m. Nov. 20. This presentation will discuss the formation of Arizona Water Watch, the use of time lapse photography to understand water flow and introduce ideas and tools everyone can use to help scientists protect Arizona’s beautiful streams and lakes. Free.

COMMUNITY

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

2 churches plan big events next weekend

GSN NEWS STAFF

wo Gilbert churches have big events planned for the long holiday weekend. While one will host a jazz concert Friday, another will hold a special service honoring veterans Sunday. Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Gilbert and Music Serving The Word are teaming up to present a free outdoor concert Friday to benefit a nonprofit that helps the homeless. The concert will start at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 8 with dining on the patio of Spirit of Joy Church, 1159 N. Greenfield Road, Gilbert, with sweets from the French Me food truck. Donations will be sought to benefit I-HELP, an acronym for the Interfaith Homeless Emergency Lodging Program. The nonprofit provides emergency help, showers, meals and community

The East Valley Jazz Cooperative will be among the performers at next Friday’s free concert at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Gilbert. (Special to GSN)

services for local homeless people. Entertainment will begin at 6 p.m. with the East Valley Jazz Cooperative students directed by Russell Schmidt. That will be followed at 7

p.m. by the he Paul Brewer Quintet with Paul Brewer on sax, special guest Scott Yandell on trumpet, Russell Schmidt on piano, Dwight Kilian on bass, Rob Moore on drums and

GOT NEWS?

vocalist Chris Mack. At 8 p.m., vocalist Vicki McDermitt will be featured with pianist Danielle Cooke and the other musicians for the final set of the evening Information: 480-507-0742. Meanwhile, veterans and their families are invited to a special service at 10 a.m. Sunday at Valor Christian Center, 3015 E. Warner Road. The color guard from the Gilbert American Legion and the Patriot Guard Riders will kick off the service by creating an aisle to escort attendees. Mayor Jenn Daniels and other Town Council members are expected along with members of the police and fire departments. Veterans are encouraged to wear their old uniforms, said Associate Pastor and Vietnam veteran Thor Strandholt.

Contact Cecilia Chan at 480-898-5613 or cchan@timespublications.com

T:9.88”

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Real relief in real time. From ER chatbot to reserving a spot in advance, we’re working to make the ER experience better, so you can breathe easier.

Visit www.BannerHealth.com/EDChatbot to learn more.

Business

BUSINESS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

GilbertSunNews.com |

@Gilber tSunNews

/Gilber tSunNews

Fuchsia Spa thrives through setbacks BY COTY DOLORES MIRANDA GSN Contributor

t was 2006 when Erin Owens and Lisa Vukonich opened the first of five locations for Fuchsia Spa, a long-held dream of the two women who had met while employed in executive roles at the University of Phoenix. It was a leap of faith for both mothers of active teens and young children – especially since they were well-established in their higher education careers. Through the 2008 economic downturn and last August’s fire and flood at their Mesa Village Square at Dana Park facility, the women remained as positive as circumstances allowed. A part of that optimism is their commitment to growing their business, keeping ahead of the curve by bringing to their spas the latest in services. Take, for example, the new LED Bar – the first in Arizona – which was scheduled to launch Nov. 1 in Ahwatukee, with other locations to be added later. “As business owners and women, we find it important to always find the silver lining,” said Vukonich, of Gilbert. Owens echoed the sentiment, adding that their firm has grown stronger because they’d learned something from each of the adversities. “We’d been open only 16 months when the 2008 recession hit, and though that was rough experience, it taught us how to be smarter businesswomen,” Owens said. “And the fire at our Dana Park spa in August was a very scary time, and

Lisa Vukonich and Erin Owens introduced a new LED Bar at their Fuchsia Spa in Ahwatukee Nov. 1 and will be setting one up at their other salons in coming months. (Pablo Robles/GSN Staff Photographer)

in many ways still is as we work on renovations in anticipation of a grand re-opening, but we can always look for the opportunities that come from these times.” The fire at their 4,000-square-foot Fuchsia Spa was determined to have started late night Aug. 13. Their fire alarm didn’t sound, but the spa’s sprinkler system kicked in. “The sprinklers actually did their job very well, running until 4 a.m. when a neighboring tenant’s fire alarm went off. Our spa was flooded,” Owens recalled. Optimism for the duo is in addition to, not in lieu of, solid business acumen. Owens served as director of enrollment at the University of Phoenix, and it

was there she met Vukonich, who joined the team five years later. Though both women praise their time at the university, they often worked up to 50 hours a week and wanted to make time for their children and spouses. While lunching one day and discussing spa services they craved at reasonable costs, they considered launching their own spa business. At first, they considered an Arizonabased massage franchise that was just beginning its entrance into the national day spa market. But as they left a meeting where they’d been presented a contract, the two came to a life-altering decision during the 14-floor elevator descent.

Gallery in Dana Park are hosting the fundraiser 6-8 p.m. Nov. 6 for Winged Hope. “Winged Hope works to prevent family violence and provides hope and healing to those affected by family violence,” a spokesman explained. Guests are asked to bring a new unwrapped toy as admission to the event,

which also will hold a raffle on the nonprofit’s behalf. Colair Beauty Lounge and Med Spa as well as Fuchsia Spa will be there highlighting services they offer. Barnes Fine Jewelers will be showing off some of their latest pieces for the holidays and Superstition Springs Lexus will be showcasing a car for those who like

“We decided we had our own vision for a spa that everyday women could come to and receive facial and massage treatments at an affordable price,” said Owens. “And that franchise didn’t offer nail or aesthetic services. They also didn’t have the warmth, energy and fun we hoped to create,” added Vukonich. So, in 2006, they launched Fuchsia Spa focusing on skincare, massage, nail services and more with an affordable membership. “We’re on a quest to provide a five-star experience at Fuchsia on a three-star budget,” Vukonich said. “We recently updated our Tranquility Lounge to be more relaxing, with individual reclining chairs where clients can start their relaxation time with hot tea, a cookie, and a warm neck wrap.” The Fuchsia Spa staff - with more than 65 men and women – regularly receives training in the latest of spa techniques including the most recent in their expanding service menu, Celluma - a lowlevel light therapy utilizing LED energy. “What light therapy is doing is delivering energy to our compromised cells,” explained Vukonich. “Cells that are under-functioning due to aging and environmental toxins. “It’s a biochemical response inside the cell where it is going to properly function again, and it works the same whether we’re talking about acne, wrinkles or pain.”

see FUCHSIA page 24

Fuchsia, Colair Beauty join vets’ fundraiser

GSN NEWS STAFF

uchsia Spa and Colair Beauty Lounge, both of Gilbert, will be providing some pampering at a fundraiser for a nonprofit that helps families heal from child abuse and other forms of domestic violence. Ferguson Bath, Fixture & Lighting

to pamper themselves in horsepower and luxury. You’re welcome to join us to support Winged Hope and get pampered while experiencing the beautiful Ferguson Showroom. Please email info@wingedhope.com for details and to RSVP. Limited space available. To learn more about Winged Hope, please visit wingedhope.org.

BUSINESS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Luxury apartments going up at SanTan Village GSN NEWS STAFF

onstruction has started on a new 380-unit luxury apartment complex near SanTan Village. Leon Capital Group, a Dallas-based real estate investment company, is building Soltra at SanTan Village, on a 14-acre site on the southwest corner of SanTan Village Parkway and Ray Road. The project comprises six three- and four-story buildings, and the company hopes to start renting some units by 2021. “The San Tan Village area is booming, and the Town of Gilbert is a great place to live, work and play. These apartment homes will be a short walk from the robust entertainment area,” said Carl Starry, managing director of multifamily for the Leon Group. Starry said the project is the first of several apartment complexes it hopes to build in the region, though he did not in-

The 380-unit Soltra at SanTan Vilage will have a slew of upscale amenities once construction is completed in little more than a year. (Special to GSN)

ties, including a 1,900-squarefoot third-story sky terrace with fully equipped chef’s kitchen, a private resident’s club and sports bar with kitchen and a multiscreen television wall. It also plans a large “bark park” with pet spa and

dicate where the others will be located. With several floor plans, Soltra will offer high-end interior finishes, 9- and 10foot ceilings, urban mudrooms, smart locks, walk-in showers and soaking tubs, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, wood-plank vinyl flooring and private garages. Soltra at SanTan Village will have several entertainment-focused ameni-

grooming station. The complex also will feature a twotiered negative-edge resort pool with swim-up hospitality and entertainment area along with private poolside cabanas. The two-story fitness and wellness center will include Peloton bikes and a yoga room. There will also be a conference room and workstation, along with

sausages, “humanely raised” beef burgers, a one-of-a-kind fried chicken sandwich and local craft beers on tap. “We are excited to introduce Dog Haus to the East Valley and can’t wait to acquaint the community with our delicious all-beef Haus Dogs, handcrafted proprietary Haus Sausages and Black Angus beef burgers,” said Andi Ott, who owns the Gilbert franchise with her husband, Damon.

“In addition to the great food and wide selection of craft beers, we have one of the only dog-friendly patios in SanTan Village,” she added. To get one of the free dogs, you need to download and scan the Dog Haus app at santanvillage.doghaus.com The custom designed 2,900-squarefoot restaurant will feature a full bar with 24 beers on tap and cocktails crafted by “Bar Rescue” TV show star Phil

a Luxor parcel reception kiosk. Leon Group said the project will compliment SanTan Village’s a 500-acre, open-air development with 3 million square feet of upscale retail, restaurants, entertainment, office space, hotel and residential uses, as well as other entertainment options like Top Golf and Main Event. The community will be built by McShane Construction Company. The design team includes Gary Todd and James Favata of Todd & Associates as architects, Ali Fakih of Sustainable Engineering Group as civil engineer, and Andy Baron and Colin Hanson of AndersonBaron as landscape architect. Leon Capital Group acquires, finances and develops retail, multifamily, residential development and self-storage properties. Its portfolio of more than 300 investments is valued at more than $3 billion.

Hot dog giveaway to mark grand opening here GSN NEWS STAFF

f you’re hankering for a gourmet hot dog, circle Nov. 16 on your calendar. Dog Haus will be giving them away between 10 a.m. and 11 p.m. that day when they open their first Biergarten in Arizona at San Tan Village Mall at 2224 E. Williams Field Road. Dog Haus is a growing chain boasting gourmet all-beef hot dogs, handcrafted

FUCHSIA from page 23

She said Celluma has two FDA clearances – one for wrinkles and the other for acne – as well as seven for pain. “We’re creating the first LED bar with multiple lights in use,” she said, adding that the therapy increases collagen and elastin. “As a woman who’s almost 50, I’m noticing differences in my skin that I’d like to change in a totally natural way. I don’t want to look fake or frozen. The Celluma LED is extremely safe and very effective

for wrinkle reduction and also leaves your skin glowing,” said Vukonich. Owens is also enthused about the new LED service as her lifestyle often keeps her outside helping her father with his horse ranch west of Phoenix. “I like to tell people Fuchsia Spa is my third career and none of them were related to each other,” the second-generation Arizona native laughed. Her first career was in horse racing, where she was a steward and director of racing and on the Arizona State Racing Commission for 11 years before going

to University of Phoenix in enrollment and marketing. “The university taught me a lot and I got my MBA there,” Owens said. Another new addition launching Nov. 1 at all Fuchsia Spa locations is their new Elite Membership, focusing more on beauty, health and wellness services that is tailored for the woman on the go as the weekly sessions run approximately 30-45 minutes. “With the launch of the new Elite membership, we’re excited to see our guests a little more often,” Vukonich

Wills. Dog Haus Biergarten Gilbert will be open for lunch and dinner daily, serving from 11 a.m. until midnight Sunday through Thursday, and from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Happy hour specials will be offered Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. and late night from 10 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, and on Sunday from 3 p.m. to close.

said. “The fire has caused us to really look at our spa and say how can we make our experience even better.” Owens added that while Fuchsia Spa’s goal is not “to be the lowest price in the market, but instead to be the highest quality.” “Our world is filled with an overload of activities and responsibilities and as women, we tend to take on the world,” she added. “Our membership gives women the permission to say I deserve a little me-time.” Information: FuchsiaSpa.com.

Check us out and like the Gilbert Sun News on Facebook and follow @gilbertsunnews on Twitter.

OPINION

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Opinion GilbertSunNews.com |

@GilbertSunNews

/GilbertSunNews

Cardon Children’s is proud of its 10-year history Medical Center. Excellent pediatric care was provided there, but the space was not adequate. It was not unusual for pediatric patients to be sent out of the area – sometimes out of state – for a needed pediatric hospital bed. Banner Health saw the need and invested more than $300 million to ensure that children in the East Valley, around the state and, even in neighboring states, had access to the best pediatric care possible in a state-of-the-art facility. Over the years and recently, Banner Children’s has recruited some of the very best pediatric specialists to help us carry out our important mission. Recent additions include: • Dr. Gordon Cohen, medical director of the Congenital Heart Surgery Center, is an internationally recognized leader in pediatric cardiothoracic surgery. . • Dr. Emmanuel Katsanis, chief of Banner Children’s/U of A state-wide Pediatric Blood and Cancer Program. He also is in-

BY LAURA ROBERTSON GSN Guest Writer

en years ago this month, Banner Health and our East Valley community celebrated, with great fanfare, the opening of Cardon Children’s Medical Center, a beautiful seven-story hospital in Mesa built “through the eyes of a child.” Since the opening, Cardon Children’s has had the honor of caring for thousands of kids. In fact, we have had more than 105,000 pediatric patient admissions and nearly 405,000 patient visits to our pediatric emergency room over the past 10 years. In 2017, the hospital was designated a Level 1 Trauma Center for pediatric patients, capable of handling the most severe cases. Many people won’t remember, but, prior to Cardon Children’s opening, Banner Children’s Hospital was a single wing inside Banner Desert

ternationally recognized for his research in transplant immunology, and is the leader of the Banner/University of Arizona Stem Cell Transplant Program for adults and children. • Dr. David Moss, a pediatric neurosurgeon who is considered one of the most skilled, talented and knowledgeable neurosurgeons in the Southwestern U.S. • Dr. Sandra Buttram, a pediatric intensivist with specialized training and expertise in neuro-critical care and ECMO. • Dr. Hiep Nguyen, an internationally recognized leader in pediatric urology and, in particular, robotic surgery. • Dr. Mark Joseph, medical director of Pediatric Nephrology, a nationally recognized leader in his field. It seems like only yesterday that we were welcoming our first patients, and we’ve celebrated many important milestones since then. We are proud the hospital has grown in stat-

ure and prominence, but, importantly, we are also proud to have remained a comforting and caring place for sick and injured children in their time of need. Our greatest pride is in our staff – the dedicated physicians, nurses and other medical caregivers who give selflessly day in and day out. We’re celebrating our Cardon Children’s pediatric professionals, past and present, because without them, we would not be where we are today. On behalf of everyone at Cardon Children’s, I want to thank the community for putting your trust in us when your precious children need medical care. We do not take that responsibility lightly, and we understand you hold us to the highest level of professionalism. We consider it an honor to serve, and look forward to the next 10 years and beyond. Laura Robertson is chief executive officer, Cardon Children’s Medical Center and Banner Desert Medical Center.

PMS 7260

Canyon Winds Now Open! Assisted Living

Our beautifully designed Assisted Living community is upscale living with first class care for all of our valued residents. Canyon Winds Assisted Living residents will enjoy a wonderful amenity package to include the following: • 24/7 Care from our licensed and certified staff • 3 delicious meals per day in our restaurant style dining room • A full program of activities • Indoor & outdoor entertaining areas • Theater room

Schedule Your Tour Today! Memory Care

Canyon Winds Memory Care is dedicated to assist those with Alzheimer’s and Memory Loss. Our caregivers are specially trained to provide personalized attention for our residents. Canyon Winds Memory Care residents will enjoy a wonderful amenity package that includes: • 24/7 care from our licensed and certified staff 3• delicious meals per day in our restaurant style dining room • Spacious activity room that will host many daily events • A beautiful courtyard made for activities and relaxing • Comfortable sitting/tv areas

Independent Living

Canyon Winds is proud to offer an Independent Living community that will be sure to impress! Let our team at Canyon Winds do all the work, while you enjoy a resort style community with amenities to include: • Restaurant style dining room with world class food • 2 spacious activity rooms that host many daily events • Indoor & outdoor entertaining areas • On-site concierge service • Resort style pool & spa • Theater room • Chapel & fitness center • On site beauty salon

Assisted Living/Memory Care - 7311 E. Oasis Street • 480-948-0600 Independent Living - 2851 N. Boulder Canyon • 480-948-0700 Mesa, Arizona 85207 • CanyonWindsRetirement.com

Sports & Recreation

SPORTS

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

GilbertSunNews.com @GilbertSunNews /GilbertSunNews

Highland’s Leo Daschbach setting records in senior year BY ZACH ALVIRA GSN Sports Editor

ross country and track weren’t always Leo Daschbach’s sport of choice as a child. The Highland senior grew up on the soccer field, molding himself into a talented player before high school rolled around. He continued to play soccer when he enrolled at Highland as a freshman, but also found a love for running on the cross country and track and field teams. Highland cross country coach Monty Montgomery recognized right away how special Daschbach could be, but injuries on the pitch limited him in track season. “I told him he could be one of the best runners in the country but he kept getting banged up in soccer,” Montgomery said. “He came to me a week later and told me he was done. He’s everything you want in an athlete.” Realizing he wanted running to be part of his future, Daschbach decided to

hang up his cleats for good. It was tough for his parents, Billy and Erica, who were avid soccer fans their whole lives. But as Daschbach continued to improve and the offers from major college programs began to pour in, they quickly evolved. “I grew up playing soccer and they were pretty big soccer heads, so it was hard for them,” Daschbach said. “When I won state my sophomore year, I had already been thinking about quitting soccer but that was kind of the final straw. “Now they’re big geeks for running. It’s cool.” Daschbach was one-fourth of the Highland track and field relay team that set a new state record in the 4x800meter relay last spring. Daschbach ran anchor for the Hawks and helped them finish in 7 minutes, 42.18 seconds, just over three seconds faster than the previous record set by Desert Vista in 2015. The senior also captured gold in three other events during the track and field season, as he won the 800, 1600 and

3200, the latter of which he trailed until moving up four spots in the final two laps to win. While Daschbach’s career at Highland is already littered with gold, he hasn’t slowed down. The senior lit up the course at the 13th annual Nike Desert Twilight in September Highland senior Leo Daschbach has quickly evolved into one of the best runners the in Casa Grande. state has ever seen. He set the second fastest 5K time in the country in September Daschbach was during the 13th annual Nike Desert Twilight in Casa Grande. (Photo courtesy Highland Cross Country) involved in a close contest in the 5K race with Cole Sprout, a senior him until the final 100 meters. It was from Valor Christian High School in during that time that Daschbach made his push, passing Sprout to win. Highlands Ranch, Col.). Sprout maintained the lead most of see LEO page 27 the race, with Daschbach pacing behind

They lost just one game in five matches, and capped the tournament off with a 21-13, 21-19 win over Saguaro’s Nancy Cryan and Israa Kingwaba in the final. After rolling through the first game for an easy 21-13 victory, the Wildcat duo went up 19-18 in the second, needing two more points to claim victory. With a chance to reach match point, Saguaro hit a shot that nicked the top of the net, and barely flopped over to tie the game at 19-19. However, the Mesquite players simply shot each other a knowing look, and went on to win the next two points to secure the championship. “It wasn’t so much about what we said, but more knowing in our heads that we could still finish it, and we still had a chance to win,” said Dong. The championship feels even sweeter

after coming in fourth place in this same tournament last season. “It wasn’t so much redemption as we knew we could do better,” Farias said. “We’ve been playing together for the last two years, and I just felt like this was our time.” Following Mesquite’s doubles win, Perry coach Lerina Johnson faced a unique predicament in the Division 1 doubles title match. Unseeded senior duo Sophie Jex and Megan Dye made a surprising run to the final, beating several ranked teams along the way. They faced No. 1 defending champions sophomore Nikhita Jayaraj and junior Ashley Rodarte, who are also from Perry. Johnson’s coaching staff joked that they should flip a coin to see who they should coach in the match.

Mesquite, Perry claim badminton state titles BY ERIC NEWMAN GSN Staff Writer

ilbert-area high school badminton programs ended the 2019 season with hardware, as both Mesquite and Perry won the team and doubles titles in both Division 1 and 2. The top-seeded Wildcats defeated seventh-ranked Horizon 5-0, while the No. 1 seed Pumas beat district-rival and third-ranked Hamilton, 5-0. It was the first badminton state-title for Mesquite, while Perry hoisted the trophy for the third straight year. No. 1 Mesquite senior Alyssa Dong and junior Sabrina Farias were the first to celebrate a title in the Division 2 doubles championship on Saturday at Independence High School in Phoenix.

“I was expecting something really close, more so because these two (Jayaraj and Rodarte) were defending the title, and these two (Jex and Dye) had nothing to lose, and were riding that winning wave, and we know anything can happen at this point,” Johnson said. “I was proud, as a coach, to see all of them be able to battle to the best of their ability.” Jex and Dye took the first game 21-14, as it seemed the defending champions were nervous to play against teammates. However, Jayaraj and Rodarte won a close second game, and cruised to an easy third to win the match 21-14, 21-19, 21-11. “Winning it once means a lot, but winning it again just means so much to me,” Jayaraj said.

•PrecisonExams SCOTTSDALE •D i a g n o s i a n d T r e a t m e n t o f E y e D i s e a s e s 8752E.Shea •A l Ma k e s o f C o n t a c t s I n c l u d i n g B i f o c a l , (101&Shea) 480-9 1-6432 Keratoconus&Scleral •DesignerEyewear-Over1,0 0Styles MESA •New,ImprovedDryEyeTreatments 5 5N.Gilbert,Suite101 •ProviderforMedicare,VSP,UnitedHealthcare, (Gilbert&University) Eyemed,Avesi ,SuperiorVison,Cigna,Spectera, 10 35 480-827-9184 BlueCros /BlueShield,Healthnet,Davis

27 SPORTS best runner he’s ever seen. “I grew up in the 70s and there were a lot of Leo’s back then,” Montgomery said. “I’ve had some good runner here at Highland, but Leo is the best high school runner I have ever seen. Both in terms of his ability and his leadership, he’s the best.” Daschbach hopes to continue his successful career at the state cross country meet on Saturday, Nov. 16 at Cave Creek Golf Course in Phoenix. From there, he plans to once again be part of the Hawks’ track and field team, which returns several other seniors and will be among the favorites to capture the state title. His time at Highland has been dominated by success both in the classroom and on the track. It’s a time Daschbach says will forever be close to his heart as he continues his career at Washington next fall. “It’s awesome to be able to run for something bigger than myself,” Daschbach said of his time at Highland. “The standards of excellence here have increased a lot and it’s awesome to see. The mentality of us seniors is transitioning to the rest of the team. “It’s awesome to see that this team has improved and will continue to in the future.”

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

LEO from page 26

Daschbach recalled the crowd urging him on toward the finish, with loud cheers from all teams involved. The race, which has been primarily dominated by out-of-state schools in recent years, felt like any other for Daschbach. The Highland senior finished in 14.26 seconds, setting a new state record. It was also the second-fastest time ever run in a 5K race at the high school level in the country. He was just four seconds behind the alltime record, set back in 2000 by Dathan Ritzenhein of Rockford High School in Rockford, Mich. “I was out there to win,” Daschbach said. “That race meant a lot to me. I stuck on Cole Sprout the hole race and really just out kicked him in the end. I didn’t know I was going to run that fast. “It was a really awesome race because everyone was out there yelling for me. It was a huge moment.” The fact that he had just ran the second-fastest 5K in U.S. history didn’t set in right away. In fact, he didn’t even know what he had done until he was being interviewed after the race. Even over a month later, he still doesn’t believe what he did has set in. SCOTTSDALE 8752 E. Shea SCOTTSDALE (101 & Shea) SCOTTSDALE 8752 E. Shea 480-991-6432 8752 Shea (101 E. & Shea) 480-991-6432 (101 & Shea) 480-991-6432

Daschbach held offers from the likes of Oregon University, UCLA and Colorado. His athletic ability, combined with his over 4.0 weighted GPA, has helped set Daschbach up for success in both academics and running. “My view of the sport, it was very similar to the coaches at Washington,” Daschbach said. “They have a history of taking good runners out of high school and turning them Highland cross country coach Monty Montgomery (right) believes senior into great runners. It was Leo Daschbach (left) is one of the best runners he has ever coached. Das- a good fit.” chback will attend the University of Washington next fall. (Zach Alvira/GSN Staff) Daschbach has always enjoyed physically push“I didn’t know any of that, I thought I ing himself, which is where his love for just won the race,” Daschbach said. “It running stemmed from. Now a senior, he still hasn’t kicked in, just the magnitude has found himself pushing others on the of it. I’ve just kind of internalized the Highland team. win, got what I learned from it and just Montgomery called Daschbach a natukept working.” ral leader, and someone who brings a Daschbach’s illustrious career at High- specific type of energy to the team that land has gotten the attention of several benefits those around him. In his long major Division I programs. Before com- tenure both competing and coaching, mitting to the University of Washington, Montgomery believes Daschbach is the MESA 555 N. Gilbert, Suite 101 MESA (Gilbert & University) MESA 555 480-827-9184 N. Gilbert, Suite 101 555 N. Gilbert, Suite 101 (Gilbert & University) 480-827-9184 (Gilbert & University) 480-827-9184

30+ Years of Providing

Thorough Eyecare ••Finest Eyewear Superior Service Thorough Eyecare Finestof Eyewear ••Superior Service 30+ Years Providing Precision Exams Special Showing In November Thorough Eyecare • Finest•Eyewear • Superior Service SPECIAL SHOWING 30+ Years of Providing

• Diagnosis andFriday Treatment of Eye Diseases OCTOBER & NOVEMBER! Black Specials! • Precision Exams All Makes of Contacts Including Bifocal, • Precision Exams • Diagnosis and Treatment EyeDiseases Diseases Keratoconus Scleral ofofEye • Diagnosis and&Treatment All Makesof ofContacts Contacts - Including Bifocal, •• All Makes - Including Bifocal, Designer Eyewear - Over 1,000 Styles &&Scleral Keratoconus Scleral • Keratoconus New, Improved Dry Eye Treatments • Designer Eyewear - Over 1,000 Styles • Designer Eyewear - Over 1,000 Styles Provider for Medicare, United Healthcare, • New, Improved Dry EyeVSP, Treatments New, Improved Dry Eye Treatments Eyemed, Avesis, Superior Vision, Spectera, •• Provider for Medicare, VSP, United Cigna, Healthcare, Superior Vision, Cigna, Spectera, • Eyemed, ProviderAvesis, for Medicare, VSP, United Healthcare, BlueCross/BlueShield, Healthnet, Davis BlueCross/BlueShield, Healthnet, Eyemed, Avesis, Superior Vision,Davis Cigna, Spectera, www.RivieraOpticare.com BlueCross/BlueShield, Healthnet, Davis www.RivieraOpticare.com

w w.Riv eraOpticare.com

FEATURING FURNITURE MADE IN THE USA

Your Real Wood Source Mesa and Glendale

Clearance Sale! %

OFF!

Cabinet Bed

Murphy Beds by Arizona Wall Bed Library Bed

Bookcases

Hidden Bed

www.RivieraOpticare.com Dr. Julie McCutcheon

Dr. Susan Reckell

Dr. Amy Keding

Dr. Sherah LaBuff

Our Top Rated Team of Eye Doctors

Dr. Julie McCutcheon

Dr. Susan Reckell

Dr. Amy Keding

Bedroom- Home Office- Dining- Entertainment -Sofas -Bookcases Occasional Tables- Murphy Beds- Mattresses- Curios -Recliners- Clocks -Cabinet Beds

NOT JUST OAK. Many colors, styles and wood types available. Dr. Sherah LaBuff

Dr. Susan ReckellTeam Dr. Keding Our Top Rated ofAmy Eye DoctorsDr. Sherah LaBuff Our Top Rated Team of Eye Doctors

Dr. Julie McCutcheon

We Customize! We build right here in Phoenix!

6321 E Southern Ave., Mesa 85206 480.807.1464 6910 W Bell Road, Suite C, Glendale 85308 623.930.0530 Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday 12 pm-5 p.m. www.Oak Arizona.com www.ArizonaWallBed.com

GET OUT

GilbertSunNews.com |

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

@GilbertSunNews

/GilbertSunNews

Chandler farm lures diners to the barn BY KEVIN REAGAN GET OUT Staff

he farm-to-table philosophy takes on a literal meaning when Greenhouse Gardens serves up its own produce for a fivecourse dinner party on Nov. 17. After selling out its first event in March, the Chandler farm is hosting another dinner inside its vintage barn with a new menu to match its seasonal shift in vegetables. Fifty guests will be able to sample appetizers, entrees and desserts prepared by a professional chef and made with ingredients grown on the farm. Patrons will sit along a long table, beneath strings of lights and surrounded by shelves of old gardening tools. Cameron McChesney, co-owner of Greenhouse Gardens, said the event is intended to show guests how his farm’s carrots and cucumbers can be fancily transformed into high-end meals. “I hope that they see that our produce can be crafted into some amazing dishes – not just the steamed vegetables we all grew up with,” he said. McChesney and his wife, Jeannine, bought the historic farm property, located between Gilbert and Cooper roads, a couple of years ago and hold a farmers market every Saturday. They grow up to eight vegetables at any given time, McChesney said, averaging about 80 sales per week. The farm also supplies produce to restaurants in Chandler and Scottsdale. The McChesney’s are in the process of harvesting the last of their zucchinis, peppers and eggplants for the season. Concurrently, they are starting to plant the next round of lettuce, spinach and radishes. The upcoming dinner event will find ways to incorporate sweet potato, roasted garlic and squash into the menu. Appetizers will consist of chorizo meatballs with pickled veggies. The five courses will include bisque with a

Greenhouse Gardens in Chandler hosted its first dinner in March and won plaudits from everyone who attended. The evening included soft music, a cocktail hour and a gourmet menu (Greenhouse Gardens)

French-styled cream, risotto with eggplant and lobster and a sweet-corn buttermilk pie. One course is being kept a secret as a special surprise. Chris Castro, an executive outlet chef of the Scott Resort in Scottsdale, is partnering with the McChesneys to prepare the event. He was intrigued by the opportunity to experiment with his culinary skills outside the kitchen and cook a meal based mostly on what’s available at the farm. “Sometimes (the farm) has specialty things they’re growing that you don’t even know and it just makes it more fun,” Castro said. Castro was classically trained to use French techniques around the kitchen. But he now calls himself a “global” chef – one who can adapt to any type of cuisine. Serving five courses to 50 guests on a farm can be challenging, Castro added, but he’s learned some tips after the March event that will make the operation a bit smoother.

The McChesneys provide a relaxing and elegant setting in a barn, of all places, where diners enjoyed a specially prepared gourmet food with ingredients from their farm. (Greenhouse Gardens)

Aside from being a unique night out with friends, the event helps to better inform patrons on how their food is grown and prepared, Castro said. “People get to understand more of where their food comes from,” Castro said. “It’s very important.” McChesney agrees a visit to his farm can be quite educational. He and his wife try not to be preachy, but he’s quick to point out that his vegetables can go

weeks in the refrigerator before rotting. The couple plans to host dinner parties more regularly throughout the year. The first event turned out to be such a success, McChesney said, they’re hopeful the next one will have similar results. “If we could recreate that again,” he said, “we’ll be doing quite well.” Tickets cost $119 and can be bought by searching “Greenhouse Gardens” on eventbrite.com.

GET OUT

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Multicultural comedy club coming to Chandler BY KEVIN REAGAN GET OUT Staff

odney Montreuil spends much of his time helping immigrants and refugees resettle in central Ari-

zona. He visits them in detention centers, translates documents for them and generally makes sure they’re acclimating well to life in a new country. But the Mesa man has noticed there’s something missing in the lives of these individuals. “I don’t feel like their psychological well-being has been addressed,” Montreuil said. That’s why he’s organizing a comedy event in Chandler that welcomes attendees from all cultures and ethnicities. Montreuil’s calling his event the KrikKrak Comedy Club. “Krik-Krak” is a Haitian expression that’s the English equivalent of a “knock-knock” joke. Mackenson Louis, a Haitian-born comedian, is scheduled to be Krik-Krak’s first performer at an event on Nov. 16 at Tumbleweed Recreation Center. Louis is known for penning the series “Comedy Joy Ride” and his celebrity impressions of Denzel Washington and Mike Tyson. Montreuil said he hopes this will become a regular, ongoing event in which comedians from different backgrounds

Mackenson Louis

Rodney Montreuil

will get a chance to share their jokes with a new audience. The Krik-Krak Club will serve two purposes: offer a platform for up-and-coming, diverse comedians to try out their material, as well as provide a communal place for residents to feel welcomed. The refugee population in central Arizona is consistently growing, Montreuil said, and these individuals deserve a therapeutic place to feel some joy. Some of these people have endured natural disasters and political turmoil in their home countries, he added, and are

still recovering from their trauma. “I want people to start feeling happy to be part of this community,” Montreuil said. “I don’t want them to think that the United States is only expecting their hard labor… and then push them to the side and that’s it.” Montreuil immigrated to the United States from Haiti about 30 years ago. The teacher and business developer had been living in New York City until the Sept. 11 attacks pushed him to find a safer place to raise his children. He relocated to the East Valley and

ues traditionally available to women. The exhibition serves as an excellent tool to bring together diverse parts of the community through shared experiences with, and memories of, a common everyday textile. Apron Strings is organized into several thematic groups addressing design, historical context, use and cultural message. Today, artists continue using aprons to explore cultural myths and realities as well as their individual experiences with American domesticity. “This exhibit will offer many points of nostalgia for guests who grew up with aprons in the household as they see familiar patterns and styles,” said Tiffani Egnor, education coordinator at the museum. “The themes covered in this exhibit give a voice to the common person and

weave their story into our cultural history,” she added. A series of events and programs will accompany this exhibit. A reception is scheduled for 6-8 p.m. Nov. 21. Two of the Museum’s Saturday Family Programs events coincide with the exhibit: “Embroidery Demonstration Day” with Evelyn Johnson on Nov. 16, and “In the Exhibits” where guests can create their own apron on Nov. 30. Both Saturday Family Programs are drop-in programs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Additionally, two talks are scheduled that will dive into the family stories and oral tradition surrounding food preparation and meals. “Stories Around the Thanksgiving Table,” at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 30 will feature Arizona State University Professor Denise Ann Bodman, who will outline ways to

embedded himself in the immigrant community. He founded the Haitian American Center for Social Economic Development and was recently awarded the Martin Luther King Diversity award by the city of Tempe. This comedy club is Montreuil’s latest project to bring cultures together. “I’m in this for real with a lot of passion,” he added. The Krik-Krak Club is expected to be family-friendly and the humor will be respectful of all demographics. The event will eventually become multilingual, featuring comedians who speak English, Spanish, French, and Creole. This is an incredibly unique event, Montreuil added, and will hopefully attract patrons from outside Arizona. Depending on the turnout of the first show, Montreuil said he hopes to have another performer come to Chandler in early January. “I’ve got to go slow because I got to make sure it works,” he added.

IF YOU GO

What: Krik-Krak Comedy Club When: 6:30 p.m. Nov. 16. Where: Tumbleweed Park, 2250 South McQueen Road, Chandler Tickets: $25 Info: krik-krak.eventbrite.com.

Museum’s aprons exhibit a slice of Americana CITY OF CHANDLER

he newest traveling exhibition to hit the Chandler Museum takes a deeper look at domesticity, personal expression and craft techniques through the lens of a common textile in many homes – the apron. Opening Nov. 12, “Apron Strings: Ties to the Past” features 51 vintage and contemporary aprons dating from the late 1930s through the present. It will run through Jan. 5 at the Chandler Museum, 300 S. Chandler Village Drive. The exhibition chronicles changing attitudes toward women and domestic work. It also surveys the wide range of design and craft techniques apronmakers have used to express themselves while still working within creative ven-

capture all of the family stories that are shared at family gatherings and holidays. “Food Stories,” at 7 p.m. Dec. 4 and presented by Arizona State University Professor Vanessa Fonseca-Chávez and Chandler Gilbert Community College Faculty Erica Acevedo-Ontiveros. This talk will examine the oral storytelling space that exists when family members cook together and pass down recipes or cooking methods. Chandler Museum hours of operation are 10 a.m to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday; and closed Monday. Admission is free. This exhibition is a program of ExhibitsUSA, a national division of Mid-America Arts Alliance and The National Endowment for the Arts. Information: 480-782-2717, or chandleraz.gov/museum.

een mer rs etty

ed er mall p is a utit out

but s ck

3 e

nni ne.

ver

e,r

GET OUT

GET OUT OUT GET OUT

King Crossword King Crossword King Crossword ACROSS ACROSS 1 1 Birth-related Lily variety 65 Sphere Homer’s outcry 98 “Great!” Wax-coated cheese 1212 React to reveille Bivouac Individual 1313 Spelling contest Field 1414 “-notmouse choose to run” Memo acronym 1515 Bottled spirit? Series ofAvenue battles music 1616 Madison Actorfor McGregor 1817 Eden, one Fame 2018 Agts. Easter hat 2120 Crony Stitch 2322 Moment Beast of burden 2423 Nuts Commanded 2524 The same, in 27 bibliographies Human-like robots In olden days 2732 Primly self-restrained “No and seats”-- sign 2933 Hide Pizzazz 3134 Fails to Detective porridge 3535 Buckwheat Say it isn’t so 3738 Catastrophic Actor Beatty 3839 Wit Neither mate 4140 Lubricant Falling-blocks game 4342 Tandoor-baked bread Wedding-related 4445 Hibernia 4549 InMs. theBrockovich course of Shockelbows and -4750 Rubs -- colada wood 4952 Lightweight Unspeakable 5253 Light touch act? Shell game item 5354 Lemieux milieu Support 5455 Tools for duels Rind 5556 Bashful Collection of Windows 5657 Forerunner Longings 5758 Endures

29 3741

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

With JAN D’ATRI GetOut Contributor

Pumpkin and pasta? Try it, you’ll like it!

Y 42 Written slander 33 2nd Amdt. proponents 44 1940 36 Bit of grain 45 Laurel Art -- & Hardy film, 34 X rating? “-at Sea” 37 Star Wars inits. 46 California wine valley 36 “Monopoly” buys 46 Tragic 38 Raining somewhat 48 Cover 38 Jute fibers 47 Unsigned (Abbr.) 41 On the other hand 50 Prepared 39 Dickens’ Mr. Heep 48 NASCAR circuits 42 Offi ce part-timer 51 Balaam’s carrier 40 Like some mouthwashes 51 Teensy 43 and Greattoothpastes Lake

DOWN DOWN Cicatrix horse 1 1 Rundown Facility 22 Exist Fed sensations 33 Prickly Go up 44 One sideagainst of the Urals 5 Earthward airstream 5 Villainous looks -- budget 66 Thing KFC additive 77 Check Nevertheless 88 Stein or Stiller some folks 99 --Fire mignon Wings 1010 Skilled 11 Common noun suffix 11 Domineering 1927 Lindbergh 1719 Marked a reportbook card Rowing need 1921 Classroom array “Humbug!” 2124 Glutton Khan title 2225 Big bother 26 Period of for inactivity 24 Life story, short 28 Gun lobby org. 26 Vietnam river Pessimisticfirefighter Red 2829 Legendary Noise 3030 Listener 3231 $1Agent bills

PUZZLE page 25 PUZZLEANSWERS ANSWERSon on PUZZLE ANSWERS on page page917

our first reaction to the combination of pumpkin and pasta may be similar to mine: “What? That sounds crazy!” But once your kitchen is filled with the aroma of simmering garlic and wine, and then the combination of pumpkin, sage and spicy sausage, you’re going to realize that pasta with sausage and pumpkin sauce is a home run. The recipe was made popular by PBS star and cookbook author Nick Stellino, whose authentic Italian cuisine has been featured on numerous television shows for decades. This dish is taken from Nick’s Sicilian roots and is the perfect meal for fall! We have plenty of choices for food and drink using pumpkin

Ingredients:

4 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound Italian hot sausage, casings removed 1 cup chopped onion 10 garlic cloves, sliced thick 3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage 1-1/4 cup white wine 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 1-1/4 cup pumpkin puree 2 cups chicken stock 1 pound of pasta (recommend Penne or Bow Tie) 6 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions:

In a large skillet, cook 1tablespoon of olive oil over high heat for 2 minutes. Add the sausage and break up into small pieces. Cook sausage until it browns, about 3 minutes. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and place in a bowl. Set aside. Leave about 1 tablespoon of the oil from the sausage in the skillet. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the onion, garlic and chopped sage. Cook for approximately

and pumpkin spices, from pumpkin spiced lattes to pumpkin cookies, cakes and pies. But if you love pasta, this pumpkin sauce brings a whole new flavor profile to your plate. The subtle flavor of the sauce combined with a spicy sausage is unbeatable. This is the dish that made me a pumpkin pasta convert, and I hope it does the same for you. 10 minutes, stirring well until the onion and garlic begin to brown. Add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes if desired. Add the reserved sausage back into the skillet with onions and garlic and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring well. Add the wine and deglaze the pan making sure to scrape the skillet to dislodge all the browned bits. Cook for 8 minutes. Add the pumpkin puree and cook for 2 minutes, stirring well. Add the chicken stock and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. While sauce is cooking, bring a large pot of water (add 2 tablespoons of salt) to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and pour back into the pot. Add the sauce and cook over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, gently stirring to incorporate. Add the optional Parmesan cheese and serve. Garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese. Serves 6 to 8

For more recipes: jandatri.com/jans-recipe/one-minute-kitchen.

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

4NR Tribute to Foreigner Friday & Saturday Nov 8 & 9

Bruno & The Hooligans Tribute to Bruno Mars Friday & Saturday Nov 29 & 30

Britain's Finest Tribute to The Beatles Friday & Saturday Dec 6 & 7

Christmas with Reba Tribute to Reba McEntire Friday & Saturday Dec 20 & 21

Access to Everything. The Lakes at Annecy New Homes Now Selling. Starting From the $270,000’s.

North of Hwy 202 & Val Vista, Gilbert Open daily from 10am to 6pm, Fridays from 1pm to 6pm For additional details, please call 480.448.1219 NewHomes@MaracayHomes.com

Let’s build a connection

All acts in The Showroom. For tickets call the box office at 480.850.7734 or visit ticketmaster.com.

101 & MCKELLIPS • CASINOARIZONA.COM Locally owned and caringly operated by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.

21185-4_CAAZ_Tributes_4.9 x 5.4.indd 1

10/24/19 5:07 PM

“Natural, Permanent hair again..” JOB #: 21185-4_CAAZ_Tributes_4.9 x 5.4 · Client: Casino Arizona

Agency: RIESTER · Trim: 4.9"w x 5.4"h · Bleed: N/A · Live: N/A · Color: CMYK · Pub: East Valley Tribune

At Physician’s Hair Institute, we have helped pioneered the most advanced surgical techniques (FUE or FUT) available to achieve a completely natural look in hair restoration.

Insertion Date: 11/03/19 · Due Date: 10/25/19 · Contact: Bill Robbins · brobbins@riester.com

“My confidence is like it has never been before. I am dating a beautiful woman. Work is going great. I get random compliments from people... I just feel better and I think people pickup on that.” Chris P.

INTEREST OR LONG TERM FINANCING

What’s stopping you from having the hair you want?

EValley-Annecy-4.9x5.4-082619.indd 1

Plan ahead and protect the people you love.

8/26/19 12:50 PM

NO INTEREST

WHEN PAID IN FULL WITHIN 12 MONTHS*

Call today. Now available at participating Phoenix area Dignity Memorial® locations including:

Before

After

CALL NOW TO SCHEDULE YOUR PERSONAL CONSULTATION! 5410 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste E-200, Paradise Valley 3940 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson

800.840.9761

Pioneers in Surgical Restoration

The prices of our homes, included features, plans, specifications, promotions/incentives, neighborhood build-out and available locations are subject to change without notice. Stated dimensions, square footage and acreage are approximate and should not be used as a representation of any home’s or homesite’s precise or actual size, location or orientation. There is no guarantee that any particular homesite or home will be available. No information or material herein is to be construed to be an offer or solicitation for sale. A Broker/Agent must register their client in person on client’s first visit at each community for a Broker/Agent to receive a commission or referral fee, if available. Not all features and options are available in all homes. Unless otherwise expressly stated, homes do not come with hardscape, landscape, or other decorator items. Any photographs or renderings used herein reflect artists’ conceptions and are for illustrative purposes only. Community maps, illustrations, plans and/or amenities reflect our current vision and are subject to change without notice. Maps not to scale. Photographs or renderings of people do not depict or indicate any preference regarding race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, or national origin. There is no guarantee that any particular homesite, home or common area will offer a view or that any particular view will be preserved. Views may also be altered by subsequent development, construction, and landscaping growth. Marketing promotions/incentives, if any, are subject to conditions or restrictions and are subject to change without notice. No warranty or guarantee is made regarding any particular area public school/school district or that any particular public school/school district will service any given community. Schools/school districts may change over time. Final Subdivision Disclosure Report (Public Report) is available at the AZ Real Estate Department’s website. Our name and the logos contained herein are registered trademarks of TRI Pointe Group, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. ROC No. 172120. AZ Broker, Maracay Realty, LLC (AZ DRE# LC538443000) © 2019 Maracay Homes, LLC, a member of the TRI Pointe Group. All rights reserved.

www.HairRestore.com

DR. SHARON KEENE, MD Certified American Board of Surgery

MARIPOSA GARDENS MEMORIAL PARK & FUNERAL CARE 480-830-4422

VALLEY OF THE SUN MORTUARY & CEMETERY 480-895-9232

DignityMemorial.com/Savings

*Full interest amount rebated and applied to final payment if the total purchase price is paid within 12 months of the contract date. Example credit transaction for funeral: A total purchase price of $6,000 financed with a 10% down payment and 3.9% APR would require 60 monthly payments of $99.21. Example credit transaction for cemetery space: A total purchase price of $5,295 financed with a 10% down payment and 3.9% APR would require 60 monthly payments of $87.55. Purchase price of $5,295 is based on the cost of a $5,200 interment right plus $95 for processing/documentation fees. Processing/documentation fees apply to cash and credit transactions. Prices quoted exclude applicable taxes. Offer applies only to qualifying purchases and is subject to change. Other terms and conditions apply. Contact your local Dignity Memorial location for details. Offer expires 12/31/19. ®

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Gilbert Sun News

1620 W. Fountainhead Parkway #219 • Tempe, AZ 85282 480.898.6465 class@timespublications.com

Deadlines

Classifieds: Thursday 11am for Sunday Life Events: Thursday 10am for Sunday

The Place “To Find” Everything You Need | GilbertSunNews.com

Employ ment Employment General BE YOUR OWN BOSS - Hair Stylist! Rental, busy E. Mesa hair salon, work your own hours, private station with sinks! Call or Text 720-237-4610

DO YOU OFFER Lessons & Tutoring? Children need your help! Place your ad today Contact us: class@times publications.com or Call 480-898-6465

Landscape laborer, 36 temporary full-time positions. Duties: Laborers will be needed for turf care, pruning, fertilization, irrigation systems maintenance and repair, general clean up procedures around properties. Outdoor work, physical work. 3 months landscape EXP REQ. No EDU REQ. Days & Hours: 40 hours/week (6:00am-2:30pm); day shift; Mon-Fri, may include wknd/hol. Dates of employment: 01/20/20-11/19/20. Wage: $13.81/h, OT $20.72/h if necessary. Raises, bonuses, or incentives dependent on job performance. Assurances: Transportation (including meals and, to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. Employer will provide workers at no charge all tools, equipment and supplies required to perform the job. Job location: Mesa, AZ - Maricopa County. Employer will provide daily transportation to and from the worksite. Applicants may send or contact the AZDES Office, 4635 S Central Ave, Phoenix AZ, 85040. 602-7710630 Please reference AZDES Job Order #: 3645782. Employer: Ronning Landscaping, Inc. 535 East McKellips Road, Ste. 127, Mesa, AZ 85203. Contact: Robert Ronning, fax (480) 946-1410.

Your Ad can go ONLINE ANY Day! Call to place your ad online!! Classifieds 480-898-6465

Employment General Engineering: Technical Sales Engineer for ASM Pacific Assembly Products, Inc. (Tempe, AZ) Sll prdcts, sltns & svcs to nw &/or exstng cstmrs. Reqs Mster’s in Elctrcl Eng or rel fld & 2 yrs exp in job offd or acpt alt occ. Alt, will acpt Bach in specfd flds & 5 yrs exp. 2 yrs of req exp mst incl: rbtc sys; utlzmg prblm slvng tchnqs s/a 8D, Y-Y Anlys, Pareto Anlys & Fishbone Dgrms; statcl sftwr s/a SAS JMP, Dsgn of Exprmnts & Minitab; statcl prcss ctrl s/a ctrl chrts, hstgrms, cse & effct dgrms, pareto cht & CpK; MS PwrPoint, AutoCAD, MS Wrd, MS XL; Hisomet, Mitutoyo &/or Low pwr scope; Mld/Encpslti Prcssing, Lsr Dcg Equp, & sme Wirebonding. Apprx 30% dmstc/int’l travel req. Email resumes to christina.oswalt@asmpt.com & ref job title. If offd emplymnt mst hve legal rght to wrk in U.S. EOE.

Nursery workers, 15 temporary full-time positions. Duties: Work in nursery facilities or at customer location planting, cultivating, harvesting, and transplanting trees, shrubs, or plants. No EXP REQ. No EDU REQ. Days & Hours: 40 hours/week (6am-2:30pm or 9am5:30pm); multiple shifts; Mon-Fri , may include wknd/hol. Dates of employment: 01/20/20-11/19/20. Wage: $12.79/h, OT $19.19/h if necessary. Raises, bonuses, or incentives dependent on job performance. OJT provided. Assurances: Transportation (including meals and, to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. Employer will provide workers at no charge all tools, equipment and supplies required to perform the job. Job location: Tonopah, AZ - Maricopa County. Employer will provide daily transportation to and from the worksite. Applicants may send or contact the AZDES Office, 4635 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85040. Ph: 602771-0630. Please reference AZDES Job Order #: 3645870. Employer: Sunrise Growers, LLC 22439 N 163rd Ave, Suprise, AZ 85387. Contact: Saul Carranza, fax (623) 214-7711.

HEADSTONES Make your choice Everlasting

EVERLASTING MONUMENT Co.

“Memories cut in Stone”

MONUMENTS • GRANITE & BRONZE • CEMETERY LETTERING • CUSTOM DESIGNS

480-969-0788

75 W. Baseline Rd. Ste. A-8, Gilbert, AZ 85233

www.everlastingmonumentco.com info@everlastingmonument.phxcoxmail.com

Employment General Landscape laborer, 58 temporary full-time positions. Duties: Laborers will be needed for turf care, pruning, fertilization, irrigation systems maintenance and repair, general clean up procedures around properties. Outdoor work, physical work. 3 months landscape EXP REQ. No EDU REQ. Days & Hours: 40 hours/week (6:00am-2:30pm); day shift; Mon-Fri. Dates of employment: 01/20/2011/19/20. Wage: $13.81/h, OT $20.72/h if necessary. Raises, bonuses, or incentives dependent on job performance. OJT provided. Assurances: Transportation (including meals and, to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. Employer will provide workers at no charge all tools, equipment and supplies required to perform the job. Job location: Chandler, AZ - Maricopa and Pinal counties. Applicants may send or contact the AZDES Office, 4635 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85040. 602-7710630. Please reference AZDES Job Order #: 3645785. Employer: Siteworks Landscape Development, LLC 2915 W Fairview St, Chandler, AZ 85224. Contact: Chris Malham, fax (480) 820-1606.

OUR JOB BOARD HAS THE TALENT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR. FIND THE BEST TALENT. EASILY POST JOBS. COMPETITIVE PRICING AND EXPOSURE More info: 480-898-6465 or email jobposting@evtrib.com

Most jobs also appear on Indeed.com

J BS.EASTVALLEYTRIBUNE.COM

Announcements Prayer Announcements O Holy St Jude! Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor for all who invoke you, special patron in time of need; to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart, and humbly beg you, to whom God has given such great power, to come to my assistance; help me now in my urgent need and grant my earnest petition. I will never forget thy graces and favors you obtain for me and I will do my utmost to spread devotion to you. Amen. St. Jude, pray for us and all who honor thee and invoke thy aid. (Say 3 Our Father's, 3 Hail Maryʼs, and 3 Glory Be’s after this.)

Merch

Real Estate

Garage Sales/ Bazaars

Homes For Sale

andise For Sale

PARK WIDE YARD SALE Sat, Nov 9 8am-2pm Furniture, Art, Patio Equipment, Electronics, Housewares, Clothing, Dishes, Collectables, Nik-Naks, Lawn Items, Books, Misc Santa Fe Trails Mobile Park Crismon & Main

For sale 1/2 interest in 614 S. Revolta Circle, Mesa, AZ 85208 $117,500.00. Call 574-315-2976 if interested. HOME FOR SALE 55+ COMMUNITY

Wanted to Buy Cash 4 Diabetic Strips! Best Prices in Town. Sealed and Unexpired. 480-652-1317 Diabetic Test Strips by the box, unused. Any type or brand. Will pay top dollar. Call Pat 480-323-8846

Sell Your Stuff! Call Classifieds Today!

480.898.6465

CLASS@TIMESPUBLICATIONS.COM

Mesa. 3Bd/2Ba. Large Living & Dining Rooms. Nice Kitchen. 2-Car Garage Call 602-741-6576

Manufactured Homes 1995 Cavco 12 x 34 Repainted inside, laminate flooring, 2bd/2ba, W/D hookups. Beautiful view from porch. $53,900. Call Woody 480-433-6245

Real Estate for Sale Manufactured Homes

THE LINKS ESTATES Why Rent The Lot When

YOU CAN OWN THE LAND And Own Your New Home

FROM THE UPPER 100’S

ASK US HOW YOUR $105,000 CASH INVESTMENT AND OUR SENIOR LOAN PROGRAM ENABLES QUALIFIED 62+ SENIORS MAKING THE LINKS THEIR PRIMARY RESIDENCE HAVE NO MORTGAGE PAYMENT & NO LOT RENT AS LONG AS YOU LIVE IN HOME.

Gawthorp & Associates Realty 40667 N Wedge Dr • San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

602-402-2213

www.linksestates.net

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Manufactured Homes BRAND NEW NEVER LIVED IN 2 BED / 2 BATH HOMES $58,900 Financing Available. Also Available Affordable Homes Between $5K - $15K 55+ Mobile Home Park in Great Chandler Location. Call Kim 480-233-2035

Real Estate

For Rent Commerical/ Industrial/Retail Outdoor commercial/personal Storage Yards for lease. Secure, gated 24 hour access, and much more. Call 480-926-5957 for details

Cleaning Services

RED MOUNTAIN MAIDS

SPARKLE & SHINE CLEANING SERVICE Immaculate, Dependable Service. Affordable Rates. Commercial & Residential services All supplies included. " You've tried the rest, now try the BEST!" Ask for Martha or Annie 480-495-5516 or 480-797-6023

Home/Ofc/Comm'l Low Prices. Serving the East Valley for over 10 years! Prompt, courteous service. $17/hr using your supplies or $19/hr using ours. Call 480-354-7928 480-206-9998

GET 1 YR FREE RENT*

Appliance Repairs Brand New 2019 Clayton MH 16X56, 2B/2B, 3 Ton Cent A/C, Concrete Drive W/Awning, Landscaped, Steps, W/D Hkups, 18 CF Fridge, Gas Range, Dishwasher Ready, Walk in Shower in a 55+ Resort Community in Apache Junction. $52,900. *with a

Appliance Repair Now

If It’s Broken, We Can Fix It! SPEND A LITTLE…

MAKE A LOT!

• Same Day Service • On-Site Repairs • Servicing All Major Brands • Quality Guaranteed

Does not include furniture.

Licensed & Insured

Watch for the YELLOW Garage Sales in Classifieds! Only $25

480-898-6465

Garage Sale Fri & Sat 7a-11am Household, clothes, kitchen items, furniture, electronics, mason jars, kid items, DVDs, MORE 555 W. Lane Dr Mesa

Cleaning Services

QUALITY, VALUE and a GREAT PRICE!

Lifetime Warranty on Workmanship Seasonal AC Tune Up - $99 New 3-Ton AC Units - $3,995 We are a Trane dealer & NATE-Certified! 0% FINANCING - 60 Months!! ‘A+’ RATED AC REPAIR FREE ESTIMATE SAME DAY SERVICE

Bonded/Insured • ROC #289252

480-405-7588

ItsJustPlumbSmart.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS REMODEL& REPAIR Painting of All Types Interior & Exterior Cabinets Stains & Paints Over 30 Years Quality Experience

HIG

QUA Lice LITY ns ROC ed & B 251 ond 661 ed

Est Free ima tes

602-315-5470

4960 S. Gilbert Rd. Suite #1 Unit #260 John McMillan-Owner Chandler, AZ 85249 sirjohn53@gmail.com

Drywall

JOSE DOMINGUEZ DRYWALL & PAINTING

East Valley/ Ahwatukee

Broken Springs Replaced Nights/Weekends Bonded/Insured 480-251-8610

Not a licensed contractor

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

Classifieds 480-898-6465

Home Improvement HOME REMODELING REPAIRS & CUSTOM INTERIOR PAINTING Move a wall; turn a door into a window. From small jobs and repairs to room additions, I do it all. Precision interior painting, carpentry, drywall, tile, windows, doors, skylights, electrical, fans, plumbing and more. All trades done by hands-on General Contractor. Friendly, artistic, intelligent, honest and affordable. 40 years' experience. Call Ron Wolfgang Office 480-820-8515 Cell 602-628-9653 Wolfgang Construction Inc. Licensed & Bonded ROC 124934

Handyman

Painting • Flooring • Electrical Plumbing • Drywall • Carpentry Marks the Spot for ALL Plumbing • Decks Drywall • Carpentry • Tile • More! Marks the Spot for ALL Your Handyman Needs! Your Handyman Needs! Decks • Tile • More! Painting • Flooring • Electrical Marks the Spot for ALL Your Handyman Needs! • Drywall • Carpentry Plumbing Painting • Flooring • Electrical • Plumbing josedominguez0224@gmail.com Marks the Spot for ALL Your Handyman Painting • Flooring • Electrical • Tile More! Needs! DrywallDecks • Carpentry • •Decks • Tile • More! Plumbing • Drywall • Carpentry Not a licensed contractor. Painting • Flooring • Electrical Decks • Tile • More! “No Job Too Plumbing • Drywall • Carpentry “No JobSmall Too Man!” Decks • Tile • More! “No Job Too Small Man!”

480.266.4589 Electrical Services

rk Since 1999 Affordable, Quality Wo 1999 rk Since Affordable, Quality Wo

602.670.7038 Qua Contractor References/ Insured/ Notle, a Licensed Affordab CallAhwatukee BruceResident/ at 602.670.7038 Ahwatukee Resident/ References/ Insured/ Not a Licensed Contractor

Small Man!”

“No Job Too Work Since 1999 Quality le,Small 2010, 2011 Affordab Man!”

2010, 2011 2012, 2013,

2012, 2013,

2010, 2011 “No Job 2014 Call Bruce2014 at 602.670.7038 Call Bruce at 2012,92013, HONESTY • INTEGRITY • QUALITY e 199 Resident/ References/ Insured/ Not a LicensedToo Contractor “No Man!” Job Too Small lity Work SincAhwatukee

RESIDENTIAL & SMALL BUSINESS CLEANING SPECIALISTS SINCE 2007

Air Conditioning/Heating

SIR JOHNS CONTRACTING

GARAGE DOOR SERVICE

QUICK RESPONSE TOSpot YOUR Marks the for CALL! ALL Your Handyman Needs! Marks the Spot for ALL Handyman Needs! 15 Years Experience • Free Estimates Painting •Your Flooring • Electrical

480-659-1400

Call Bill at 480-228-7786

Garage/Doors

House Painting, Drywall, Reliable, Dependable, Honest!

We Also Buy, Sell & Trade Used Appliances Working or Not

credit score over 700!

Contractors

Weekly, biweekly, tri-weekly, or monthly; same talented crew each visit Flexible, customized services to meet individual needs of each client GREEN eco-friendly products used to clean and sanitize Move-in/move-out and seasonal deep cleans Small, family-owned company with GUARANTEED high quality services Always dependable, excellent references, bonded, and insured

FreeFree estimates estimatesat at 480-802-1992 480-802-1992 or or dennis@simplygrandcleaningaz.com reed@simplygrandcleaningaz.com

Concrete & Masonry

DESERT ROCK

C O N C R E T E & MASO NRY BLOCKWALL CONCRETE RETAINING WALL BLOCK FENCE PLANTER BBQ

FOUNDATION DRIVEWAY SIDEWALK PATIO

PAVER • CONCRETE REMOVAL • HARDSCAPE BONDED & INSURED • ROC#321648 SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! FREE ESTIMATES • 16 YEARS EXPERIENCE RESIDENTIAL CALL JOHN: 480.797.2985 COMMERCIAL

2014

2010, 2011 2010, 2011 2012, 2013, 2012, 2013,

Small Man!”

• Panel 2014 2014 Call Bruce atChanges 602.670.7038 Ahwatukee Resident/ and References/ Insured/ Not a Licensed Contractor Repairs Call Bruce at 602.670.7038 9 ce 199 Sin rk Wo y e, Qualit

• Installation Aff of ordabl Ahwatukee Resident/ References/ Insured/ Not a Licensed Contractor 2010, 2011 2012, 2013, Ceiling Fans 2014 Call Bruce at • Switches/Outlets Ahwatukee Resident/ References/ Insured/ Not a Licensed Contractor LLC • Home Remodel

602.670.7038

- Ahw Resident Since 1987 -

ALL RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL Call Jim Endres 480.282.7932 Over 28 Years Experience • ROC #246019 Bonded/Insured

• Drywall Repair • Bathroom Remodeling • Home Renovations

• Electrical Repair • Plumbing Repair • Dry rot and termite damage repair

GENERAL CONTRACTOR / HANDYMAN SERVICES SERVING THE ENTIRE VALLEY

Fencing/Gates

All Estimates are Free • Call:

Licensed, Bonded & Insured • ROC#317949

Block Fence * Gates

Ask me about FREE water testing!

602-789-6929 Roc #057163 Lowest Prices * 30 Yrs Exp Serving Entire Valley

YOU’LL LIKE US - THE BEST!

MORE CLASSIFIED ADS ONLINE! www.GilbertSunNews.com

520.508.1420

www.husbands2go.com

Home Improvement

ACTION CONTRACTING INC. WE DO IT ALL! Bath & Kitchen Remodels • Drywall & Stucco Repairs Plumbing • Electrical • Can Lights Windows • Doors • Cabinets • Painting Block Fences • Wrought Iron Gates Remodeling • Additions • Patios • Tenant Improvements

A+

East Valley 480-833-7353 LIC/BONDED/INSURED Res/Comm’l ROC#218802

-S

aaaActionContractingInc.com

C IN

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Landscape Maintenance Juan Hernandez

Painting

Juan Hernandez

TREE

SPRINKLER

25 Years exp (480) 720-3840

Not a licensed contractor

TRIMMING

Landscape Maintenance

Drip/Install/Repair & Tune ups!

HOME IMPROVEMENT & PAINTING

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

Interior/Exterior Painting 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Jose Dominguez Painting & Drywall SEE OUR AD IN DRYWALL! Quick Response to your Call! 15 Years Exp 480-266-4589 Not a licensed contractor

Dunn Edwards Quality Paint Small Stucco/Drywall Repairs

Irrigation

Plumbing

We Are State Licensed and Reliable!

Free Estimates • Senior Discounts

480-338-4011

• Sprinkler/Drip Repairs • New Installs Poly/PVC • Same Day Service

NTY 5-YEAR WARRA

480.654.5600

azirrigation.com Cutting Edge LLC • ROC 21671

Landscape Maintenance

Irrigation Repair Services Inc. Licensed • Bonded • Insured Technician

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

Call Lance White

480.721.4146 www.irsaz.com

East Valley PAINTERS

ROC 304267 • Licenced & Bonded

Insured/Bonded Free Estimates

ALL Pro

T R E E

S E R V I C E

ROC#309706

L L C

• Water heaters • Faucets • Fixtures • Slab leaks • Water Filtration

Voted #1 Paint Interior & Exterior • Drywall Repair Light Carpentry • Power Washing • Textures Matched Popcorn Removal • Pool Deck Coatings Garage Floor Coatings • Color Consulting

PMB 435 • 2733 N. Power Rd. • Suite 102 • Mesa dennis@allprotrees.com

480-354-5802

Plumbing Heating & Air

480-688-4770

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

As Iowas

.II._

$42Month

ROC223709

SERVICE CALLS MONDAY-FRIDAY $BS SAVINGS

Nonnalbusinesshours

480-405-7099 www.itsjustplumbsmart.com www.itsjustplumbsmart.com

Affinity Plumbing LLC 480-487-5541 affinityplumber@gmail.com

Call or Text Today for a FREE ESTIMATE

CLASS@TIMESPUBLICATIONS.COM

Water Heaters

Plumbing

LICENSED • INSURED • OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

480.898.6465

PlumbSmart

Now Accepting all major credit cards

➧ LANDSCAPING ➧ TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL ➧ IRRIGATION ➧ YARD CLEAN-UP ➧ GRAVEL ➧ COMMERCIAL ➧ RESIDENTIAL

Ask Us. Call Classifieds Today!

ROC 316690

Licensed, Bonded and Insured

Free Estimates! Home of the 10-Year Warranty!

RAMIRO MEDINA LANDSCAPING

ADD COLOR TO YOUR AD!

Call 480-868-6722

700 5-Star Reviews

ROC# 256752

Carlos Medina - 602-677-3200

10% Discount For First Time Customers!

10% OFF

We Beat Competitors Prices & Quality

Tree Trimming • Tree Removal Stump Grinding Storm Damage • Bushes/Shrubs Yard Clean-up Commercial and Residential

WE PROVIDE 24 hour EMERGENCY SERVICE!

Check out our great reviews on Google and Yelp www.mvpplumbingpro.net

Prepare for Monsoon Season! LANDSCAPING, TREES & MAINTENANCE

Call for us all your Plumbing Needs!

What we do… • Employees Background Checked • Up-Front Pricing • Tankless Water Heaters • Tank Water Heaters • Fixture Replacements

• Plumbing & Drain Repairs • Water Treatment • Best Warranties • Fully Stocked Vans • Fix It Or It’s Free Guarantee

Drain Specialists… • FREE Camera Inspection With Every Drain Cleared • Hydrojetting

$45 off Any service call With service performed

Financing Available

• Pipe Relining • Clean Out Installation • Sewer Repair/Replacement • Pipe Bursting

*$69 drain good Monday thru Friday during normal business hours and not combined with any other offers.

480-281-7564

www.affinityplumbingaz.com

Your Ahwatukee Plumber & East Valley Neighbor Anything Plumbing Same Day Service Water Heaters

24/7

Inside & Out Leaks

Bonded

Toilets

Insured

Faucets

Estimates Availabler

Disposals

$35 off

Any Service

ACCREDITED BUSINESS ®

Not a licensed contractor

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Pool Service / Repair

AE&Sons

Juan Hernandez

Pavers • Concrete • Water Features • Sprinkler Repair

PPebbleOcracking, O L Plaster R Epeeling, P ARebar IR

Pool Plaster Company

showing, Pool Light out? I CAN HELP!

All Complete Pool Renovations

FALL SPECIAL! $500 OFF COMPLETE REMODEL! 25 Years Experience • Dependable & Reliable

FREE Estimates • BEST Prices

Call Juan at

Pebble • White Plaster • New Pool Builds Tile • Deck • Pump & Filters

602-505-8066 Cell

480-720-3840

Se Habla Espanõl

Lic’d, Bonded • ROC #235771 • ROC #235770

Not a licensed contractor.

CDM

Remodeling

Roofing

PHILLIPS ROOFING LLC Member of ABM

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 223367

Valleywide

CR 42 DUAL

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

Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC118198

One Call, We Do It All! 602-339-4766

ACID WASH SPECIALIST  PUMPS  MOTORS  WEEKLY SERVICE  FILTER CLEANING  DRAINING  GREEN POOL CLEANUP  INSPECTIONS  OWNER OPERATED 

Owner Does All Work • All Honey-Do Lists • All Remodeling • Additions • Kitchen • Bath • Patio Covers • Garage • Sheds • Windows • Doors

• Pointing • Drywall • Roofing Repairs • Painting • All Plumbing • All Electrical • Concrete • Block • Stucco

• Drywall & Roofing Repairs • Stack Stone • All Flooring • Wood • Tile • Carpet • Welding • Gates & Fences • Tractor Services

Free Estimates with Pride & Prompt Service!

CALL CLAY FOR FREE ESTIMATES

phillipsroofingaz.com phillipsroofing@cox.net

Window Cleaning

APPEARANCE Professional service since 1995

Window Cleaning

480.710.8790

$100 - One Story $140 - Two Story

Includes in & out up to 30 Panes

Honey Do List Too Long? Check out the Handyman Section!

Sun Screens Cleaned $3 each

Tiles, shingles, flat, repairs & new work Free Estimates • Ahwatukee Resident Over 30 yrs. Experience

480-706-1453

Licensed/Bonded/Insured • ROC #236099

Roofing The Most Detailed Roofer in the State

Tim KLINE Roofing, LLC Roofs Done Right...The FIRST Time! 15-Year Workmanship Warranty on All Complete Roof Systems

www.timklineroofing.com

FREE Estim at and written e proposal

480-357-2463 R.O.C. #156979 K-42 • Licensed, Bonded and Insured

Attention to detail and tidy in your home.

(480) 584-1643

Bonded & Insured

COUNTS LLC

Roofing

CLASS@ TIMESPUBLICATIONS. COM

DIRTY WINDOWS? Call Fish Window Cleaning @ 480-962-4688 and you will have the cleanest windows and screens on the block. Below is the list of services we offer: Windows-Interior & Exterior ScreensSunscreens/Regular Tracks, Ceiling Fans, Light Fixtures Power Washing Your driveways, sidewalks & patios Follow us on InstaGram @FISH_WCEASTVALLEYAZ

Public Notices

General Contacting, Inc.

POOL SERVICE & REPAIR

Window Cleaning

BEST PLACE TO MAKE

ExteNet Systems LLC proposes to replace an existing light pole structure with an approximate 38-foot overall height pole structure for support of antennas. The structure would be located at 4341 E Baseline Road, Gilbert, Maricopa County, Arizona (33° 22’ 41.3”N, 111° 44’ 23.3”W). ExteNet Systems LLC invites comments from any interested party on the impact the proposed telecommunications structure may have on any districts, sites, buildings, structures or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments may be sent to Environmental Corporation of America, ATTN: Dina Bazzill, 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court, Suite A, Alpharetta, Georgia 30004. Ms. Bazzill can be reached at (770) 667-2040 ext. 111. Comments must be received within 30 days. V2253 HLE. Published:

East Valley Tribune, Gilbert Sun News, Nov. 3, 2019 / 25526

Your Ad can go ONLINE ANY Day! Call to place your ad online!! Classifieds 480-898-6465

Place Your Advertisement Here. Call 480-898-6465 to Advertise in the Service Directory.

GILBERT SUN NEWS AN EDITION OF THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | NOVEMBER 3, 2019