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Police ‘Ring’ in the New Year BY TOM SCANLON

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Fueled by scanners picking up police chatter, a small section of the population ardently started following law enforcement communications decades ago. In recent years, following the police has gone high tech. And the cops can follow right back. Indeed, police departments around the West Valley are Ring-ing in the New Year. Started as a home security device, Amazon-owned Ring now incorporates door-camera footage with comments and postings, primarily with its Neighbors app. While many users post videos of “porch pirates,” car break-ins and suspicious people wandering up to their front doors, a home security camera is not required to

use Neighbors. Nearly every weekend night, Glendale residents post about hearing gunshots - or were they fireworks? Other users of the free app anonymously (the app assigns generic usernames) post about stolen property, wonder about all the police activity up the street and ask for assistance finding lost pets. The police keep an eye on Ring. Occasionally, a community relations officer will post information to the community. On Dec. 26, the Phoenix Police Department posted this to Glendale Ring/Neighbors users: “Looking for Identification of suspect. “Dec. 13, 2019, between 9:20 - 9:45 p.m. (suspect) fled toward 2700 West Glendale (Avenue). Description black male wearing camouflage clothing- possible turned inside.”

The Neighbors app by Ring allows users to post crimes, videos and ask about police activity. It also has a map to show nearby incidents. (Image courtesy Ring) SEE RING PAGE 2

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A sage rock preacher once proclaimed, “You can’t always get what you want.” Sorry, Mick Jagger. The West Valley housing market is proving the Rolling Stones wrong on that note. According to RealtyHop, a national real estate listing company, “Glendale ranked in the top 10 hottest housing markets in December, with a -1.92% change in asking price.” “Peoria saw a price drop of only 1.7% —even better than Glendale,” said Shane Lee, a data analyst for RealtyHop. This means Peoria home sellers got almost everything they wanted. On average, Peoria sellers were dropping prices less than 2%, giving them more than 98% of their asking prices. Glendale “increased three spots to become the fifth hottest market this December,” according to the RealtyHop report. “Similar to nearby cities in Arizona, Glendale properties required very small discounts from initial offering to sell.”

RealtyHop’s analysis of more than 300,000 listings showed the West Valley is one of the “healthiest” real estate markets in the country, said Lee. A few other cities around the West Valley showed similar or even smaller price drops, compared to Glendale. “They’re all very healthy,” Lee noted of the West Valley. Indeed, real estate people say West Valley home sellers often get very close to — or even over – the asking price. “Most of Glendale and Peoria (sellers) are getting multiple offers in, which could lead to a sales price over the asking price. Or at least minimizing the price drop,” said Elise Fay, of eXp Realty. Mason Oxendale, of the Realty One Group, said homes in Glendale and Peoria are selling “at or above asking price, because people want to live in a specific location.” He added the sports stadiums and arenas are a big part of the attraction. Peoria didn’t make RealtyHop’s hot list only because it isn’t in the top 100 cities by

population. The data shows West Valley real estate professionals are skillful at “The Art of the Deal,” to quote a book by President Donald Trump. “To talk about price drops, we have to talk about how people are negotiating,” Lee said. “A lot of times sellers will set a higher price. The makes listings stay on the market longer, so you’ll start seeing price drops. Generally speaking, a larger percentage of price drop means sellers are not able to attract buyers. “(Glendale and Peoria) being under 2% (price drop) is very healthy.” While Peoria and Glendale home prices have been increasing, for places like New York and California, the prices here are shockingly low. The headline of a recent RealtyHop blog tells the story: “Must See Apartments in Chelsea for $900,000 and Down.” In Los Angeles, Miami, New York City and San Francisco, residents spend more

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Brandon Sheffert, spokesman for the Peoria Police Department, noted Peoria is not an official partner of the Ring/ Neighbors app. “Ring is something we do use,” Sheffert said. “But we haven’t dived into it. “Nowadays, with (residents having) video cameras, it’s an important aspect. We are set up to be a Ring community. We do have the ability to communicate with residents. But we haven’t officially launched it.” If this happens, Peoria would join the Glendale Police Department and more than 600 other police departments who partner with Neighbors by Ring. “It’s a two-way communication; there’s a lot of information they push out in regards to community events. At the same time they receive information,” said Jay O’Neill, a spokesman for the Glendale Police Department. “It’s a helpful tool where we often see someone in the community where they have information about something happening, like a car break-in.” Ring/Neighbors users can also view incident maps to see reported crimes close to their homes and cumulative “safety reports.” Nextdoor, another free app, can be

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active on Facebook (21,040 likes), Twitter (9,546 followers) and Instagram. Citizen allows users to put in locations, and track posts such as “report of gunfire” and “police activity.” The Citizen app is relatively new to the Valley and limited in its West Valley postings. Citizen did have a posting Saturday, Dec. 28, reporting a Peoria assault. According to its website, Citizen uses proprietary technology “to provide real-time alerts for crime and other emergencies reported to 911.” Though it is not interactive, the site communitycrimemap.com allows people to enter their address and track recent crime in their neighborhoods. With so many users posting information about crimes, police representatives caution against thinking of apps and social media as a 911 replacement. “The good old trustworthy way is just give us a call” about a possible crime, said Sheffert. “It comes down to old-school policing.” Even so, he acknowledged the changes in police communication going electronic to keep up with changes in society. “I’d say in the past five or so years,

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than 80% of incomes on homes. “In Glendale, you only need 30% of annual income to go to housing,” Lee said. That put Peoria and Glendale just outside the top 10 most affordable cities list, according to a RealtyHop November study. For more, see realtyhop.com/blog. Recent studies by RealtyHop show Glendale near the top of the lists, both for least amount of income needed to pay for housing and lowest price drop in house prices. (Images courtesy RealtyHop)

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with social media ... plus all the cameras, I think it’s really heightened the partnership with the community,” said Sheffert. “It makes them want to be involved and gives them an easy way to be involved.” And the efficiency of electronic communication is tough to beat. “Ten years ago, we would hold town hall to find someone who was missing, and there might be 20 people who show up,” Sheffert said. “Whereas, now we can put something on Facebook and (reach) 20,000 people.” While old-fashioned scanner listeners try to filter out audio crackles, app and social media users sift through the electronic static of snarky comments and irrelevant postings. For those looking to mix the old and the new: Police Scanner, Broadcastify, Scanner 911 and many other apps allow users to listen to scanners on mobile devices.

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Arizona Lottery looking for $100,000 winner BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Those who purchased Powerball tickets at Fast Market in Peoria might want to check pockets, wallets and purses, as a $100,000 winning ticket was sold there. But the Lottery does not deliver. The person who purchased the winning ticket must claim it by June 22 to collect. According to the Arizona Lottery, the ticket was purchased before the Dec. 25 drawing at Fast Market, 6701 W. Olive Avenue, Peoria. The ticket matched four numbers, plus the red Powerball number to win $50,000. The winner also added Powerplay to their ticket at purchase for $1, doubling the winnings to $100,000. The Dec. 25 winning numbers were 02-04-16-30-46-20. The winner has until June 22 to claim the prize. A $14.6 million winning Arizona Lottery ticket was sold at a Circle K in Goodyear last spring. It was not claimed. According to the Arizona Lottery

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These “Quick Fixes” Won’t Help Your Knee Pain By Leading Physical Therapist, Nick Hunter It can be frustrating when everything that you’re doing to get rid of your knee pain, doesn’t make your feel any better. Everyone hopes that there will be a “quick fix” to their problem but that just isn’t realistic. With that said, here are the three most common “quick fixes” that people THINK ease their knee pain but actually do the opposite: 1.Taking Painkillers When you’re in pain, it’s easy to reach for painkillers to “kill” the pain quickly. It’s also the first option that your doctor will give you to help your knee pain. The thing is, pain killers will not get to the root cause of your problem, and truthfully, won’t do anything to fix it. They only mask the pain. Doing this repeatedly can cause more injury and prolong recovery. And at the end of the day, that pain will still be there when the painkillers wear off. What you want is to do something to address your pain long term. 2. Resting If you rest too much, your joints will become stiff and tight, which can make your knees feel even worse and much more achy when you try to move them again. To actually help your knee, you could swim, go for a light walk, try out some yoga or even go for a bike ride. Basically any low-impact exercise will help you to keep moving without placing any added pressure on your knees. 3. Wearing A Support Things like knee braces should ONLY be used as a last resort. Wearing support around your knee on a daily basis to try and “ease” the pain is actually just masking the pain, and creating a bigger problem. Although a brace supports the joint and takes pressure off your muscles, it makes the muscles weak and lazy. Once you take the support off (after it’s “eased” the pain”) there’s an extremely high chance that it comes back quicker and worse than before. When it comes to your joints, these quick fixes are not the way to move forward. You must address the underlying issue. Have questions about strains? Call or text our clinic to speak to one of our PTs! (623) 466-6448 Author, Nick Hunter, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and owner of Preferred Physical Therapy. He’s happy to answer any questions about low back or chronic pain by call or text at (623) 466-6448 or check out his website: www.preferredptaz.com.

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Casino patron hits $1 million jackpot BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF One lucky guest at Desert Diamond Casino West Valley hit the jackpot for more than $1 million, scoring plenty of holiday shopping money. The guest’s name was not released by the casino, in keeping with the winner’s wishes. The winner scored on a $1,038,429 progressive jackpot Friday, Dec. 20, 2019. The guest was playing the Gold Crown machine from AGS. The million-dollar jackpot was hit on a one-credit bet. Desert Diamond Casino West Valley, at 91st and Northern avenues near Glendale, celebrated its fourth anniversary in the Valley the same day. A major new expansion with a larger gaming floor featuring the latest slots, poker, blackjack, bingo, five new dining venues and more will open in February. The casino is planning to hire 2,000 employees, applications can be submitted at ddcaz.com/careers. “We always love seeing our guests win big, so welcoming the West Valley’s newest millionaire on our fourth anniversary is an extra treat,” said Tre-

ena Parvello, director of Public Relations and Communications for the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise. “It goes to show Desert Diamond Casino is Arizona’s place to play.” Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment is operated by the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise, an enterprise of the Tohono O’odham Nation.

After a patron hit a $1 million jackpot, a celebratory check was held by a Desert Diamond Casino team member. (Photo courtesy Desert Diamond Casino)

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Do Not Call list violator fined $600,000 by AG BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF The Do Not Call list is there for a reason. Attorney General Mark Brnovich announced his office obtained a $600,000 consent judgment against a Sun City vacuum sales business and its owners. Last year, the Attorney General filed a lawsuit alleging that Sun City-based

sentatives often would stay in consumers’ homes much longer, with some sales presentations lasting from three to five hours. Under the terms of the settlement, Bright & Shiny and its owners will pay $500,000 in restitution and $100,000 in civil penalties. The Attorney General’s office will contact consumers who purchased a Kirby vacuum from the company after Jan. 1, 2014, the time period covered by the settlement. According to Bright & Shiny’s website, “Proudly serving the Phoenix, AZ area, Bright & Shiny Co., opened its doors at the beginning of 1996. “Our business has been growing steadily and we have plans to expand even further. We’re continually seeking people to join our team at all levels.”

A Sun City company was fined $600,00 for Do Not Call Violations. (Image courtesy Bright & Shiny)

Island Don, Inc., which does business as Bright & Shiny Kirby Company, Bright & Shiny Cleaning Services, or Sun West Kirby (“Bright & Shiny”). The company, said the attorney general, made thousands of calls in violation of the National Do Not Call Registry from September 2017 to July 2018 and deceived Arizonans over the phone. “I have zero tolerance for illegal telemarketing calls, which are incredibly annoying and frustrating,” Brnovich. “Businesses should see this settlement as proof that if you violate Arizona’s telemarketing and consumer protection laws, the Attorney General’s Office will vigorously pursue you.” Bright & Shiny sells Kirby vacuums to consumers throughout Arizona and in neighboring states through in-home sales presentations. The company allegedly solicited consumers over the phone and gained access to consumers’ homes by promising complimentary carpet and furniture cleanings without disclosing those cleanings were part of a sales presentation. Although company representatives told consumers “carpet cleanings” would last about an hour, sales repre-

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Year-long study to examine teen suicide in Arizona BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF

The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University, in partnership with the Arizona Community Foundation, is launching a special year-long project to cover the rise of youth suicides in Arizona, exploring the underlying causes and looking for possible solutions. The effort will involve students and faculty from across the school, including Cronkite News, the news division of Arizona PBS, and programs such as “Horizon” and “Horizonte.” The project will include a half-hour documentary broadcasted across the state as well as an in-depth website and continuing coverage of the topic. The special project and in-depth coverage is made possible through a grant from the Arizona Community Foundation, which has worked for more than 40 years to improve the quality of life in Arizona through philanthropy. The project follows a similar, threeyear cooperative effort between the

Arizona Community Foundation and The Arizona Republic focusing on the foster care system. This lengthy investigation revealed deficiencies in the system and explored potential solutions. The success of the partnership motivated ACF to fund reporting on another challenging topic of concern to all Arizonans. “In a time where media is challenged to provide quality reporting, ACF has successfully partnered with local media to provide support for investigative journalism,” said Steve Seleznow, Arizona Community Foundation’s president and CEO. “This model of investigative reporting has enabled our community to better understand the significant challenges and opportunities on very difficult and complex topics.” The Cronkite School completed two other major projects in recent years, calling attention to some of the state’s biggest challenges. In 2015, more than 1 million people watched a statewide simulcast created by

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Native cactuses replanted along Lake Pleasant bald eagles star new South Mountain Freeway on live-streaming camera BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF

Transportation’s largest-ever highway project include ironwood and mesquite The West Valley’s newest freeway is trees, as well as ocotillo and barrel cacti. getting a little touch of what it used to “Saguaros and other native vegetabe before bulldozers and pavers went tion are important parts of the envito work to create the Loop 202 South ronment and an important part of the Mountain Freeway. visual experience,” said LeRoy Brady, Also known as the Ed Pastor Free- ADOT’s chief landscape architect. way, the highway connects the East “We make a significant effort to retain saguaros of any size because we don’t want to lose those decades of growth.” These native plants were kept in several locations for the past three years, with the largest irrigated nursery near 27th Avenue and Cedarwood Lane in the Ahwatukee Foothills. Replanting began in late November, including the area west of Desert Foothills Parkway. ADOT salvaged and replanted native species since the 1980s, beginning with a project widening of State Route 87. More ADOT is replanting naive plants removed during the creation of the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway. (Photos recent efforts include work on courtesy ADOT) Loop 303 in the West Valley and the Loop 101 Pima Freeand West Valleys opened Dec. 21. way in Scottsdale. After spending time in temporary nurs“We take great pride in maintaining the eries, more than 1,000 saguaro cactuses, highway scenery by preserving plants palo verde trees and other native plants part of Arizona’s history,” Brady said. “It removed from the path of the Loop 202 also helps promote sustainable practices South Mountain Freeway are now being and contributes to the long-term viability used to grace the 22-mile corridor. of the desert ecosystem.” Other plants salvaged and being reFor more information, visit Southplanted for the Arizona Department of MountainFreeway.com.

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BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF The nest is primed and the live-streaming camera is already broadcasting the day-to-day life of a pair of bald eagles hoping to raise a family inside their Lake Pleasant Regional Park nest. Nearly 400,000 viewers tuned in for the inaugural season to watch the unfiltered drama that transpired earlier this year. They saw competing male bald eagles repeatedly divebomb each other for territory, and watched as a total of four eggs were laid in two separate clutches, later scavenged by ravens and a ringtail. So what’s in store for season

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two? “Some nestlings, we hope,” said Jeff Meyers, Arizona Game and Fish Department Watchable Wildlife program manager. “Despite lacking young last season, the bald eagle camera was a huge success because viewers saw the real-life struggles of nature. That struggle is real, and through these cameras, the public can gain a new appreciation for our fascinating wildlife.” The bald eagle cam is one of four wildlife cameras offered by the department, which also provides seasonal views of wintering sandhill cranes in southeastern Arizona, a bat roost at Cluff Ranch Wildlife Area and an underwater pupfish cam. A fifth — a camera placed near a great horned owl nest — is on the horizon and will join the other streaming feeds later at azgfd. gov/livecams. The public is invited to check the cameras often if there is no activity in the nest as the birds will leave at multiple times for feeding. If eggs are laid, the viewing will be more consistent and predictable.

Records show bald eagles inhabited nests at Lake Pleasant since at least 1979, with the first documented nesting attempt occurring in 1984. While no young were produced until 1993, 28 birds have since survived to take their first flight, known as fledgling. Statewide there are a record 74 breeding areas, which helped to produce 99 eggs and 72 eagle nestlings, with 65 birds fledging the nest, according to AZGFD’s 2019 annual survey. The Arizona Game and Fish Department Lake Pleasant bald eagle live-streaming camera is funded through Heritage and Pittman Robertson funds, the Southwestern Bald Eagle Management Committee and public donations. It was installed in fall 2018 in partnership with Salt River Project, Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department, Arizona State Land Department and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. For more information about what AZGFD does to manage the state’s 800-plus native species, including bald eagles, visit azgfd.gov.

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Abrazo adds digital footprint scanner in newborn nursery BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Why should newborns have their feet dipped in ink? Babies born at Abrazo this year will be going high-tech for footprint memories. Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear and Abrazo Arrowhead Campus in Glendale now offer an infant safety system allowing hospitals to digitally capture high-resolution newborn footprints parents can use to create mementos and identification records. Nurses use a handheld scanner instead of traditional messy ink pads for the footprints, which are stored in a secure digital system. The CertaScan footprint scanning system can also be used for precise identification in situations like natural disasters or missing children. The two Abrazo hospitals are the first in Arizona to use the CertaScan system. Parents receive a certificate with the newborn’s footprints, which can later be customized online and downloaded for sharing with family and friends,

The CertaScan newborn identification system is a digital footprint scanner in newborn nurseries at Abrazo. (Photo courtesy Abrazo)

according to Jerry Lawlor, director of Women’s and Infants’ Services at Abrazo West Campus. “The system is safe for use on babies and provides improved footprint quality over traditional inked footprint. Nurses like the system because it is easy to use, easy to adopt and replaces the time-consuming and messy ink and paper method,” said Sonia Mesko, RN, a nurse at Abrazo West.

“The digital footprints and security photo can be stored efficiently in the newborn’s electronic medical record. Similar to fingerprints, footprints are unique to each baby, so they can be used for identification throughout a lifetime,” said Mesko. Each new mom receives a certificate

of the newborn’s footprint. Parents can visit a special website to enhance the certificate with colors, different fonts and borders, and download a digital copy of the baby’s footprint. Information also is stored in an encrypted, password-protected database and can be retrieved by the hospital

where the footprint is taken and by the mother of the newborn. The baby’s photo and mother’s index fingerprints are included in the digital record, said Lawlor.

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Surprise Police are investigating the deaths of two who were found dead with gunshot wounds in a vehicle at 11:47 p.m., Friday, Dec. 27. The bodies were found near the 13600 block of West Calavar Road in Surprise, said Sgt. Tim Klarkowski, a Surprise Police spokesman. He said officers were dispatched to the AMC movie theater area on North Litchfield Road for a welfare check. “The caller advised he had just witnessed a male subject force a female subject into a vehicle at that location,” Klarkowski reported. “As officers arrived on scene, they were directed to a vehicle leaving the area, traveling into an adjacent neighborhood just north of the initial call. “When officers located the vehicle, they found the two occupants had suffered gunshot wounds,” Klarkowski said. The pair was identified as Jafar Tigue of El Mirage and Faith Villanueva of Surprise. They had been involved in a past relationship, Klarkowski said.

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The state picked up a ninth congressional seat after the 2010 Census. It likely will get one more after the end of the decade -- and possibly two. Since there is no actual person-by-person count in off-census years, it requires Jim Chang, the state

Three arrested, charged with kidnapping and shooting BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Roderick Smith, 18, early Sunday, Dec. 29. Smith is accused of armed robbery, assault with a deadly weapon and kidnapping. According to MCSO Spokesman Sgt. Calbert Gillett, deputies responded to a “shots fired” call in the area of 71st Drive and Greenway Road on Sunday at 5 a.m., about 2 miles from Peoria’s P83. “When deputies arrived on scene, they located a male victim who was shot while attempting to escape after reportedly being kidnapped from the area of 42nd Street and Baseline Road,” Gillett said.

He said the victim told deputies three suspects stole his Jeep, wallet, phone and ATM cards prior to shooting him. Emergency responders transported the victim to a hospital where he went into surgery. His condition improved to stable, Gillett reported. MCSO detectives and Phoenix Police officers located the victim’s vehicle, with three possible suspects inside, in the area of 21st Place and Carver Drive. After a short pursuit, police stopped the vehicle and arrested Smith along with two juveniles, ages 16 and 17. The juveniles were booked into juvenile detention on aggravated assault, kidnapping and armed robbery charges. Smith also faces probation violation charges.

demographer, to make estimates. It starts on the county level using various sources depending on the age group. For example, to determine those younger than age 5 he uses birth and death records. School enrollment becomes the basis for those 5 through 17, with driver’s licenses and ID cards used to figure those up through age 64. For those who are older, there are Social Security and Medicare enrollment records. At city levels the process becomes a bit more complex, with estimates based largely on new housing units. And all that is further adjusted with figures about the number of people migrating into and out of each county. The big losers are in Cochise County. The population of Douglas is down by 4.3%, with a 3.4% drop in nearby Bisbee, 3.1% decline in Tombstone, 3.0% in Huachuca City, 2.9% in Willcox and 2.2% for Sierra Vista. Benson also shed residents in the past decade, but at a rate less than 0.9%.

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Arizona gained nearly 111,000 residents in the 12 months ending June 30. But you’d be wrong to think they spread out pretty evenly among the state’s 91 cities. New figures Thursday from the state Office of Economic Opportunity find Queen Creek and Buckeye the biggest year-over-year gainers, each boosting population by more than 7%. Maricopa was not far behind at 5.1% with growth exceeding 4% in Goodyear, San Luis, Marana and Clarkdale. Glendale grew by only 0.6%, lower than the state average of 1.6%. Peoria was slightly higher, with 2.3% population growth in the last year. Avondale grew by 2.4%, Litchfield Park was up 1.8%, Surprise grew by 2.5% and Youngtown 1%. Buckeye is the state leader in population growth since 2010, up by 60%. Goodyear is not far behind with 35.9% population growth since 2010. Glendale’s population growth since 2010 is 7.1%. Peoria grew by 16.9% since 2010. Maricopa County and the state both grew by about 12% since 2010. The numbers and the growth rates are more than just bragging rights. Population figures are used to di-

vide up some forms of state aid. And while it is computed using the Census figures, these annual estimates by the state provide some indication of where the growth is and who will be winners and losers after the official decennial count. It’s not just fiscal power that comes with new residents. So does political power. Arizona is divided into 30 legislative districts, each of which is supposed to have roughly equal population. If some areas of the state grow faster than others, the lines have to be redrawn. And areas that don’t keep pace with the average population growth will find they have to share their state senator and two representatives with an ever-larger geographic area. At the current pace, look for more lawmakers from Maricopa and Pinal counties after the 2021 redistricting -meaning fewer representing the rest of the state. Those population figures also are used to determine congressional districts. But how those lines are drawn will be dependent on how Arizona’s population growth overall compares with the rest of the nation as membership in the U.S. House of Representatives is fixed at 435.

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It’s the time of year when gift-giving is driven by thinking about filing taxes. .Beyond the heart-warming celebratory gatherings of friends and family, it’s the time of year when nonprofit organizations reach out to supporters and donors – current,

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past and new— to consider a yearend gift, or investment, in agencies doing so much good work in communities large and small. A year ago, the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits led an effort to enact a law in Arizona allowing taxpayers to continue to deduct donations to nonprofit organizations even if they don’t itemize tax returns. This legislation was needed because changes to federal tax laws nearly doubled the federal standard deduction for single and married taxpayers. Federal changes eliminated financial incentives to donate to nonprofits because taxpayers wouldn’t need the deduction on their federal returns. Gov. Doug Ducey and members of the legislature were forward-thinking in voting HB2757 into law.

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So, here we are, a year later, heading into the season of sharing and the only thing that’s really different is the date on the calendar. By that I mean, even with the new law, the need to support Arizona nonprofits, at whatever level you’re comfortable with, remains as important as ever. Statistics aren’t available to show total dollars donated in Arizona during the most-recent tax season, but we’re pretty sure that the financial support was far less than it would have been before the federal tax laws changed. Heading into our advocacy efforts at the state legislature last year, the Seidman Research Institute at the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University unofficially estimated that charitable giving in Arizona could be more than $300 million lower as a result of the federal and state changes to standard deductions. In June, the Wall Street Journal reported that according to the annual Giving USA report, “charitable donations by individuals dropped last year by the most since the financial crisis as tax-law changes and a lateyear stock-market dip dampened the

effects of the growing economy.” The Giving USA report showed that giving by individuals in 2018 fell 3.4% in inflation-adjusted dollars after four consecutive years of at least 2.4% growth. The Wall Street Journal also reported that because of the higher standard deduction, “about 16 million households were expected to use the deduction in 2018, down from 37 million under the prior law, according to the Tax Policy Center.” People certainly don’t donate to nonprofits only to get a tax deduction. Most gifts are from the heart or because of a personal connection to a specific nonprofit’s mission. We’re hoping that, in combination with the ability to claim a deduction in Arizona, more individuals will consider being among those of us who want to continue making a difference through the worthy nonprofits doing such incredible work. Kristen Merrifield is CEO at the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits. Reach her at Kristenm@arizonanonprofits. org. For information about nonprofit agencies statewide, visit azgives. org.

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Banning animals in toxicity studies could become a costly mistake BY MATTHEW R. BAILEY

research, too. The vaccines we administer to our pets for distemper, rabies, tetanus, and feline leukemia were all developed in animal models. More breakthroughs are on the way. Scientists are currently using animals to develop new treatments for Alzheimer’s, cancer, diabetes, and countless other debilitating diseases. All this progress could come to a halt if other agencies follow the EPA’s move — and look to restrict animal research. While the effort may be well-intentioned, it may also end up being a costly mistake by putting the long-term health, safety, and well-being of the public and their pets at risk. Matthew R. Bailey is president of the Foundation for Biomedical Research. This piece originally ran in RealClearScience.

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The Environmental Protection Agency is looking to end certain kinds of animal research. EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler just directed the agency to reduce requests and funding for studies with mammals in toxicity studies by 30% by 2025. The goal is to eliminate chemical safety tests in mammals by 2035. In theory, that’s a noble goal. Everyone in the research community should be on board with reducing the usage of animals in toxicity tests where scientifically feasible. But we also must be realistic about the limits of alternatives to animal research. In some cases, there’s no other way to evaluate the safety and efficacy of substances than to study their impact on animals. Nowhere is that truer than in biomedical research -- science that yields treatments that save and enhance the lives of humans and animals alike. Scientists are trying to develop computer models powerful enough to simulate research in animals. But the technology just isn’t there yet. And while cell cultures can indicate the impact of a substance or chemical at a very basic level, they can’t replicate the myriad ways compounds affect complex living beings. For example, scientists cannot extrapolate the impact of a chemical on our immune system from research in cells or organs. It’s conceivable that a compound could cause an immunological condition like lupus -- but not demonstrate as much in basic cell tests or organson-a-chip. Similarly, animal models are the only way to determine whether chemicals will cause problems during different developmental stages like pregnancy, childhood, and adolescence. “At present, we don’t have test systems that mimic all phases of human development,” said Leigh Ann Burns Naas, past president of the U.S. Society of Toxicology. “Predicting effects on higher-order functions like cognition, learning and memory will also be a challenge . . . Toxicologists are working diligently on all these problems,

but it isn’t possible to say with confidence that we will have solutions any time soon.” Counter-intuitively, banning toxicity research in animals opens the door for more toxic chemicals to make their way into humans. Such research is the last step in determining whether a product is safe for humans. Eliminating that step could lead to toxic chemicals being cleared for human use -- simply because scientists would be unable to conclusively demonstrate they were unsafe. The EPA’s decision also risks opening the door to banning animal research in other contexts -- most notably medical research. That would be disastrous for humans and animals alike. Just look at the history of medical progress. It took decades of research in monkeys, rats, and mice to develop a polio vaccine. Research in chimpanzees was instrumental in developing a vaccine for hepatitis B. Animal research is the reason we’re able to perform organ transplants, heart bypass surgery, chemotherapy, and blood transfusions. Animals have benefited from this

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There will be new places to shop, eat, drink, perhaps even to be entertained. There will be a new hotel for family and visitors. And new neighbors moving into the neighborhood... But don’t get too excited, just yet. The biggest Peoria project of 2020 may also be the biggest of 2021, 2022, 2023 …. Though Stadium Point is moving slowly from “big idea” phase, it has a long way to go before this major expansion in P83 becomes a reality. The design phase is expected to take a year. While some parts of the project will be ready within two years, the entire deal will take up to five years. The request for proposals (RFP) was issued Oct. 30.

The city of Peoria is looking for proposal to expand P83 with a major multi-use project called Stadium Point. (Images courtesy city of Peoria)

Rather than a “help wanted” ad, the RFP was more of a “developer wanted” pitch. And that developer would need some deep pockets:

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“The city of Peoria, Arizona, is seeking proposals for a master developer to fund, design, construct, and operate a vertical mixed-use project of approximately 1 million square feet of Class A office, full-service hotel, parking, multifamily residential, public space, signature retail, dining and entertainment on 17 acres of city-owned land known as Stadium Point.” A “pre-proposal” meeting was held Nov. 21. Interested developers attened in person and via the web. Rick Buss, director of Peoria’s Economic Development Services, and Katie Gregory, deputy city manager, led the meeting. This is a crucial month for the multi-million dollar project, as proposals are due Jan. 22. Finalists will be notified Feb. 10, with interviews taking another few weeks. The winning proposal will be named March 9. Peoria City Council will be asked to sign off on the selection, likely at a May council meeting. Indeed, the RFP spins Stadium Point back to Peoria’s elected officials: “A primary objective of this project is to achieve a council goal to create an economic generator, create highwage jobs and to activate an important revenue generating-area of the city. “Proposals are being sought from fully assembled development teams that have both the development expe-

rience and financial ability to execute immediately.” Whereas developers who purchase private land often have to jump through zoning and planning hoops, whoever leads Stadium Pointe likely would have a somewhat expedited process, considering the city is the driver. “The Stadium Point project is a premier ‘shovel ready,’ 17-acre, cityowned site,” said the RFP. The proposal goes pretty big, calling Stadium Point “a ‘game-changer’ for the city of Peoria and the entire region.” Buss emphasized this at the Nov. 21 meeting. “We are building a city of distinction, so keep that in front of your minds,” Buss told developers. “We’re looking for things that set us apart. “Quite frankly we don’t want the same old, same old.” In answer to a question, Buss noted there is no preconceived theme or motif for the project. “One of the reasons the went to RFP on this is we want your ideas and thoughts and expertise,” Buss stressed. “We are building a city of distinction, so keep that in mind.” Developers, start your proposals … and let the most “game-changing” design win.

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Is the tech industry reaching out to minorities? BY EMILY MAE DEAN Cronkite News

Melissa Ortiz, a freelance software developer, encounters a lot of situations that make her feel uneasy. Ortiz has become hyper-aware her chosen industry largely excludes people who look like her. First, there was the biweekly meetup with 20 people – only three others were women, and she was the only Hispanic in the room. As a self-taught newbie in the tech game, Ortiz was already nervous about joining a group of experienced colleagues. The gender gap and lack of racial and ethnic diversity, she said, amplifies her anxiety. “The white women were friendly, but I never actually felt like I belonged there,” said Ortiz, 30. “I felt so judged when they found out I was a mom to three kids. Because I was a young mother with multiple kids, it was like confirmation bias of me being a young, dumb Mexican girl who has a lot of kids and stays home and does nothing with her life. When I told them, there were gasps and ‘Wows,’ and someone actually said, ‘I could never have that many kids and be able to do anything else.’” The tech industry is growing in Arizona and nationally, with net employment in 2018 bringing on more than 260,000 new jobs nationally. Since the employment shortage following the Great Recession a decade ago, net tech employment increased by an estimated 1.9 million jobs. Yet, as the industry is growing, it’s leaving people of color and women behind. Google, Microsoft and other tech giants have a well-documented record of what could be called an inclusion-exclusion. Google released its annual diversity report this year, showing nearly 50% of its employees are white, with less than 7% identifying as Hispanic. Microsoft shared similar data from its 2018 diversity report showing 55% white employees and 6% Hispanic employees. The divide can lead to minority workers and women in tech feeling ignored, and hinder career advancement. For millions of customers, the dearth can affect how they experience a world becoming ever more reliant on technology. Several Arizona organizations have homed in on the practice of excluding people of color in the development of new technologies. Start Up Uni-

Tabitha Myers and Derek Harju work near each other at Co+Hoots, a collaborative working space in central Phoenix that strives to be a workspace with a balanced gender ratio and people from diverse backgrounds. (Cronkite News photo by Delia Johnson)

dos, founded by Stephanie Bermudez, works to foster binational entrepreneurship in the Arizona-Sonora area and increase diversity within the tech industry by doing so. Co+Hoots, founded by Jenny Poon, recruits diverse entrepreneurs, within the tech industry and otherwise, to foster the creation of new businesses led by women and people of color. Iconico, founded by Luis Avila, works with organizations to build community en-

gagement campaigns around the idea of fostering diversity and innovation. Avila said the lack of diversity leads to a disconnect between technology and people of color. “The people developing technology are predominantly men, predominantly white and predominantly straight, so the creation of new technologies are informed by their experiences and not the communities most affected by the technology,” Avila said. A push for diversity Census reports show more than 30% of Arizona’s population identify as Hispanic or Latino. Arizona is ranked third in the nation for net tech employment growth in 2017 and 2018. With Arizona tech on the rise, members of the tech community believe the industry needs to do more to include new groups of people on the local level. Oriz said the uneven playing field makes it difficult for people of color and women to enter the industry. “It’s really intimidating to go into

these groups,” she said. “They’re so confident and assertive, and I didn’t feel like I was able to ask the appropriate questions to further my career. It’s a really big set back.” Facebook, Amazon, Alphabet (Google’s parent company), Microsoft and Apple have the largest market values of any companies in the world. Collectively, the five companies are worth more than the total economy of the United Kingdom, according to the Associated Press. Yet nationally, Latinos make up less than 8% of the U.S. high tech workforce compared to the nearly 70% of the tech workforce comprised of whites workers. Latinos made up 18% of the U.S. population in 2018, according to the Pew Research Center, a number that’s only expected to increase over the coming decades. “We shouldn’t be thinking ‘Latino-anything’ without the context the success of this community is the success of this country,” Avila said. “We are in huge need of people thinking of us as a part of this society, because we are.”

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Clemson tops Ohio State in thrilling, controversial Fiesta Bowl BY BRADY VERNON Cronkite News

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day shouted a thundering “no,” toward the referee. Restrained by another Ohio State staffer, Day soon saw his team’s strong start to the College Football Playoff semifinal evaporate after the game’s most monumental call. A second-quarter sack from Buckeyes slot cornerback Shaun Wade on Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence appeared to put the lifeless Tigers offense in another punting situation. Instead, the news given to Day was after review, Wade used his helmet and needed to be flagged for targeting. The call extended the drive and eventfully ended in a Clemson touchdown. After the targeting call, the Tigers outscored the Buckeyes by 22 on their way to a 29-23 victory in the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium and a spot in the national championship. “We had all the momentum,” Day said. “Then we got the sack and the penalty was called on Shaun. The momentum kinda swung right there.” Lead referee Ken Williamson said replay initiated the call. From there they were able to determine the explanation for the call. “This was a crown-of-the-helmet targeting foul,” Williamson said postgame. “So it did eliminate a lot of other factors. Initial contact was with the crown of the helmet. Then he wrapped up for the tackle. So at that point, targeting was properly called.”

Ohio State coach Ryan Day (left) expressed his displeasure to the referee after a targeting penalty was called on cornerback Shaun Wade (right) in the Fiesta Bowl. (Cronkite News photo by Brady Vernon)

The call fueled Lawrence once he heard it. He had to miss a play because the trainers had to tend to him on the field. Lawrence became the spark plug for Clemson. He led the drive after the targeting call and scored on a 67-yard rush the following possession to close the halftime deficit to two. “I didn’t know it was targeting, either. I thought it was – I don’t know if it was a three-and-out. We would have had to punt. So, I was kind of pissed off,” Lawrence said. “We’re off the field and I see it is targeting, then had to sit out one play, and just came back. We knew we had to score there. “The game was getting a little out of hand. Just had to put a drive together, and we can take anything we can get. That targeting call was huge. Being able to finish the drive and score and then the next drive put it in again really gave us some momentum going into halftime.”

As Wade, who was disqualified due to the targeting ruling, left the field, the sea of scarlet representing the Ohio State faithful expressed the same frustration felt by Day. The first-year coach, as most leaders of a team often do, looked for internal reasons to resolve the loss. Day pointed to the Buckeyes’ failure to convert any of their three red zone opportunities into touchdowns, the miscommunication of quarterback Justin Fields and wide receiver Chris Olave on Clemson’s game-sealing interception and Ohio State’s inability to stop Clemson running back Travis Etienne, who finished with 134 yards and three scores. All of those played a role in the Buckeyes’ lone loss of the season. But the targeting call wasn’t the only time Ohio State felt it was waging a battle against the defending national champions and the replay system.

The previous drive before the call energized Clemson’s comeback win, Ohio State lost points to replay. Buckeyes running back J.K. Dobbins had caught a 16-yard touchdown to put his team up 19 points until it was ruled off after another look. The headset Day pounded with one hand after the second-quarter penalty received an even bigger blow in the third quarter. With the lead surrendered, the Buckeye defense forced a fumble and scooped up the ball to score. The pendulum of momentum that had swung to favor Ohio State moved back toward Clemson just as quickly after another replay review ruled the fumble an incomplete pass. The part frustrating Day the most was all three plays changed from their initial ruling on the field. “When we look back on it, it’s going to be overwhelming how those game-altering plays happen in a game. You need those to go beat a team like Clemson here playing in a semifinal game,” Day said. “You need one or two plays. To miss a couple of them, that hurts you.” Day suffered his first loss as a head coach on Saturday. The way it happened made it tougher to swallow. He believed his team played well enough to win. He liked the way his team responded to adversity. However, in a game of inches, good enough isn’t always enough. “In a game like this where the margin of error is so tiny, one play can alter the game.”

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Grateful for the Giving BY PEORIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Thank you to everyone from the community who came out to our first P83 Jam and Open House with Huntington University. Thanks to the donations, and gift cards we were able to answer the holiday wishes for 40 families from the Peoria Unified School District. In addition to the gift collection, we had quite a bit of fun as well with live music from Cold Soup (with our own president and CEO Scot Andrews), cookie decorating with the Cookie House, face painting and henna tattoos

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Peoria High boys basketball, wrestlers off to strong starts BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Led by senior Isaac Monroe, the Peoria High School boys basketball team was off to an 11-3 start to the season. Monroe, a 5-foot-11 senior, was leading the team in scoring, averaging over 17 points per game. He lit up Moon Valley, scoring 30 points in a 74-62 win Dec. 28. Fellow senior Deandre Petty was adding 12.4 points per game. Junior Kevin Kobra, the big man at 6-foot-5, added 10.7 points per game. Andrew Camacho, a freshman, has been the breakout player for Peoria, averaging 12.9 points per game in his first year of varsity play. Camacho has been Mr. Consistent, scoring in double figures the first 13 games of the sea-

Peoria wrestlers O’Connir Vega, left, Isaac Castro, Armando Valencia and Greg Nelson scored championships at a Wickenburg match. (Photos courtesy Peoria High)

Surprise, Ottawa University team for $21M athletic complex BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF

call for more student housing as well as a new student union center. “The Surprise City Council had a vision eight years ago to partner on a res-

Ottawa University recently unveiled its $21 million athletic facilities. The facility at 14470 W. Tierra Buena Lane, Surprise, includes the O’Dell Center, Faith Arena and lobby and a recreational facility. The project is a collaboration between the school and the city of Surprise. The O’Dell Center is three stories and faces a recently completed multipurpose sports field for footOttawa University recently unveiled is $21 million athletic facilball, soccer and lacrosse. ities. (Photo courtesy Ottawa University) Faith Arena has a 30,000 square foot gym with four basketball courts. idential university development inside The recreational center was con- the 200-acre city, civic and recreation structed in partnership with the city and campus,” said Mike Hoover, Surprise is available to Surprise residents and Economic Development Manager. university members. There is an area Ottawa University opened its Arizofor cardiovascular and weight-train- na campus in August of 2017 with 434 ing equipment, a walking track, three new pioneer students, nearly twice the multi-use rooms for dance and yoga original projections. with locker rooms. In addition to its Surprise residenThe city of Surprise partnered with tial campus, Ottawa University serves Ottawa University and contributed to more than 4,000 students through its the development and construction por- original, 153-year-old campus in Ottation of the recreational center. wa, Kansas, and in central Phoenix just The project also is one of the first off I-17 between Peoria and Dunlap steps in expanding the campus. Plans avenues.

The Peoria boys basketball team started the season with 11 wins against just three losses.

son before being held to seven points in a 61-51 loss to Ironwood. After a stellar December, the Panthers have a break this week. The second half of the season kicks off with a home game against Greenway at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7. Peoria wrestlers also were off to a powerful start of the season. At a big match in Wickenburg in mid-December, four Panthers brought home championships: O’Connir Vega, left, Isaac Castro, Armando Valencia and Greg Nelson scored championships at a Wickenburg tournament. The same four nailed first-place finishes at a Douglas High tournament.

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Mini Bingo

Meet new friends over short rounds of bingo from 9:15 a.m. to noon at the American Legion Post 62, 9847 W. Desert Cove Avenue. For information, call 623-972-8372.

Sunday

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Thursday

Scrabble

Play a game of Scrabble at 12:30 p.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. This Scrabble group meets weekly and welcomes new participants. For information, call 623773-7436.

Pinochle

Play a game of Pinochle at 1 p.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Attendance is free. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Mini Bingo

Meet new friends over short rounds of bingo from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. at the American Legion Post 62, 9847 W. Desert Cove Avenue. For information, call 623-972-8372.

at 11:30 a.m. at the Briarwood Country Club, 20800 N. 135th Avenue, Sun City West. Cost is $24 and reservations are required at least 3 days prior to the meeting. For information, call 623-5379196.

Desert Forest

Join rangers on a hike of two and a half miles through the desert forest from 9 to 11:30 a.m. After entering Lake Pleasant Regional Park, take Lake Pleasant Access Road to South Park Road to Waterline Way to find the ten-lane boat ramp east parking lot. Follow the “Hike” signs from the main park entrance. This hike is restricted, so hikers can only visit it with a park ranger. Bring water and a snack. Hiking poles work well on this hike, since there are creek crossings and some good hills. There are restrooms at the trailhead. For information, call 602-506-2930, extension 2.

Songercise (Ages 1-5)

Friday

Learn the benefits of and ways parents can play with their children to maximize brain and skill development from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623-773-8650.

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Bingo

Play a game of bingo at 12:30 p.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Individual bingo cards cost 25 cents and 50 cents for coverall. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Technology Club

Enjoy a luncheon and a technical presentation entitled “First-Ever Photos of a Black Hole” by Dr. Phil Mauskopf, a professor at the ASU School of Earth and Space Exploration. The presentation will discuss how astronomers unveiled the first-ever pictures of a black hole as well as details of the photographs. The presentation will take place

Glow

Lasers, music and backlights will transform the indoor trampoline park into a jumping dance club from 8 to 11 p.m. at Sky Zone Peoria, 9040 W. Larkspur Drive, Suite 134. The park has trampoline dodgeball, a foam pit, a warrior course and more. Tickets are $20. All ages are welcome. Participants must wear an all-white or neon-color shirt. Shirts will be available for $5. For information, call 623-979-4000.

‘Back to the Future’

In preparation for the library’s approaching Centennial Celebration, the Peoria Main Library invite kids of all ages to watch the ‘Back to the Future’ trilogy throughout January at 8463 W. Monroe Street. Todays 2 p.m. film screening features the first “Back to the Future” movie. For information, call 623-773-7555.

5 Tuesday

Early Bird Jump

The early bird gets the work from 10 a.m. to noon at Sky Zone Peoria, 9040 W. Larkspur Drive, Suite 134. Tickets are only $10 for two hours of jump time. This premier indoor trampoline park has trampoline dodgeball, a foam pit, a warrior course and more. For information, call 623-979-4000.

Distillery Tour

Bring family and friends to see a craft distillery in action. Lucidi Distilling Co. tours are available at 1 p.m. Sundays. Pricing starts at just $14 per person and includes a generous sampling of three kinds of spirits and a custom-made signature cocktail. The distillery is located in Historic Fire Station No. 1, 8307 W. Washington Street. To book a party and learn more, call 623299-8779.

It’s Only Knit and Purl (Ages 16+)

Make friends as you knit, crochet or quilt from 1 to 3 p.m. at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. For information, call 623-773-7555.

Crafting Sundays (Ages 16+)

Meet fellow crochet, knitting and sewing/needlework friends from 2 to 4 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Please bring your own project to start or work on as you chat with others. For information, call 623773-8650.

Monday

Central Arizona Project Connection

Stop by the Discovery Center at Lake Pleasant Regional Park, 39345 N. Overlook Road, and learn about Lake Pleasant’s connection to the Central Arizona Project. For information, call 602-506-2930, extension 2.

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Private Riding Lessons

Arizona Riders private horseback riding lessons are available from 5 to 8 p.m. for all levels of experience from children ages 3 and older to adults. Arizona Riders is located at 15125 N. 83rd Avenue. For information, call 602403-9560.

Line Dances

Have a fun morning of line dancing from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. The class does not require a partner dancer. Attendance is $5. For information, call 623-773-7436.

SilverSneakers

The focus of this class in on toning muscles and building overall strength. The class is comparable to the Fit After 50 exercise program and takes place at 9:30 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Attendance is $1.50 for nonmembers. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Technology Classes: Computers 101

Learn to download apps, take and transfer photos, use mobile websites and more in these technology classes from 2 to 3 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Regis-

Pool Tournament

Compete in a pool tournament from 5 to 9 p.m. at the American Legion Post 62, 9847 W. Desert Cove Avenue. For information, call 623-972-8372.

Tai Chi Essentials

Learn Tai Chi from 9 to 9:50 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Attendance is $1.50. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Open Play

Children of all ages can jump around and play from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Jumper’s Jungle Family Fun Center at 9299 W. Olive Avenue, Suite 406. The center is complete with bouncy houses, super slides, inflatable obstacles and more. For prices and information, call 623322-4100.

21109 N. 98th Avenue. Pajamas and teddy bears are optional. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Baby Time

Babies through 18 months of age are invited to a morning go songs, stories and playtime from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. For information, call 623-7737555.

Peoria City Council Meeting

The Peoria City Council will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Peoria Council Chambers, 8401 W. Monroe Street. City Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. For information, call 623-773-7340.

Wednesday

Westside Stitchers

Join others in a variety of needlecraft projects including knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery and beading at 12:30 p.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Zumba

Toddler Time embraces the energy of toddlers with entertaining songs, dances, crafts and stories from 9:30 to 10 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Teddy Bear Storytime

Children ages 2 to 6 are invited to a late-evening storytime event from 6:30 to 7 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library,

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Let’s Speak Spanish!

All speaking-levels are welcome to attend a Spanish practice group led by James Abraham, a Spanish faculty member at Glendale Community College. The group will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Friday

Vision and Sound: Library Presentation

Toddler Time: Step Up from Baby Steps

Grab Bag Bingo

Enjoy eight games of free bingo at 10:45 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Winners choose from an assortment of grab bags. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Sew Smart

Instructor Akua Jitahadi will lead a Zumba class at 8 a.m. Tuesdays and 9 a.m. Thursdays at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Attendance is $1.50 for nonmembers. For information, call 623-773-7436.

Visit the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts at 10580 N. 83rd Drive for an exhibit of photography by Stephen Marc between January 7 and March 8. Free. This presentation is a part of the Vision and Sound series, which seeks to broaden the understanding and appreciation of African American art, music, film and literary works.

Shuffleboard

Join friends for a game of shuffleboard from 5 to 6 p.m. at the American Legion Post 62, 9847 W. Desert Cove Avenue. For information, call 623-972-8372.

Enjoy songs, stories and crafts with the eccentric and much-loved Madame Patchouli from 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623773-8650.

Bring or start a sewing project at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Library sewing machines are available for use. For information, email mary.vass@peoriaaz.gov.

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Thrifty Thursdays

Children of all ages are admitted to Jumper’s Jungle Family Fun Center at 9299 W. Olive Avenue, Suite 406, for only $5. The center is complete with bouncy houses, super slides, inflatable obstacles and more. For information, call 623-322-4100.

Free Ice Skating Lessons

Busy Bee Crafters

Learn about the history of jazz and its importance in today’s music and culture from jazz vocalist Sandra Bassett at 6 p.m. in the Peoria Public Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. Free. This presentation is a part of the Vision and Sound series, which seeks to broaden the understanding and appreciation of African American art, music, film and literary works.

Become a stronger leader and speaker in biweekly meetings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on second and fourth Thursdays at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. For information, email vppr4318@toastmastersclubs.org.

AZ Ice Peoria offers one skating class for free every Wednesday at 5:45 p.m. at 15829 N. 83rd Avenue. The intro class is available for children and adults of all ages. After the class, an evaluator will provide a class recommendation.To register, email bridgetk@azice.com.

This creative group meets weekly to share ideas and work on a variety of craft projects at 9 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. For information, call 623-7737436.

Thursday

Charity Golf Tournament

Baby Steps

Learn how to help babies step into reading more easily from 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Card and Board Game Afternoon (Ages 18+)

Come play fan-favorite games like Phase 10, UNO, Old Maid, Hearts and Rummikub with other adults from 2 to 3 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Prism LGBTQ+ Teen Club

LGBTQ+ teens and friends are invited to the library from 6 to 7 p.m. Activities take place at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Ms. Jenni will share stories, songs, poems and activities from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. For information, call 623-773-7555.

Peoria Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the 2020 Charity Golf Tournament will be held at Quintero Golf Club, 16752 W. State Route 74. Take this opportunity to play this renowned golf course in Arizona while also giving back to Peoria First Responders. The tournament takes place 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration is $225. Scholarship opportunities available. For information, email events@peoriachamber.com.

Crystals, Minerals and Rocks

See, touch and learn about crystals, minerals and rocks of the desert surrounding Lake Pleasant from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Discovery Center at Lake Pleasant Regional Park, 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Road, Morristown. For information, call 602-506-9557.

Pleasant Paddler Program

Enjoy a moonlit kayaking adventure at Lake Pleasant from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The journey begins in the Castle Creek Boat Ramp area. Follow the “Pleasant Paddlers” signs from the park entrance for directions. Kayaks will be available for rent. For rentals, call 928-501-1703.

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SpongeBob and friends face a natural disaster in new musical BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Peoria Times Executive Editor

Cody Cooley understands the attraction to SpongeBob SquarePants—the jokes (“What’s better than 24? 25!”), the brightly colored sea life and the strong friendship between SpongeBob and Squidward. When Cooley auditioned for Squidward, he knew he had to land it. “I saw the show on Broadway in March 2018,” he said. “I admit I wasn’t so optimistic, but I loved it. I wanted to be a part of it.” Cooley was acting in Arizona Broadway Theatre’s “Guys and Dolls” in Peoria, but quickly sent in tapes. “They asked me if I wanted to do it and I said, ‘Absolutely,’” he said. “I absolutely wanted to do it.” Staging at the Orpheum Theatre Fri-

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ers), John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants and David Bowie. The storyline shares impending doom during the 2-hour and 15-minute show, without intermission.

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is about to happen,” Cooley said. “It shares how the characters deal with it, and how the different groups of people blame each other, how the community comes together and how things can fall apart. It’s interesting seeing how people react to this impending doom.” “It’s definitely a show kids will love because there’s so much color and so much choreography,” said Cooley, who appeared in ABT’s “American in Paris,” “Catch Me If You Can” and “Showboat” as well. “The characters are reminiscent of what they are on the screen. It’s not like an amusement park musical, but the characters are based on what you see on the TV show.” “SpongeBob SquarePants” launched on July 17, 1999, and has reigned as the No. 1 kids’ animated series on TV for the last 17 years, generating a universe of characters, catchphrases and memes. SpongeBob SquarePants is seen in more than 208 countries and territories, translated in 55-plus languages, and averaging more than 100 million viewers every quarter. The character-driven cartoon chronicles the nautical and sometimes nonsensical adventures of SpongeBob, an incurable optimist and earnest sea sponge, and his undersea friends. The show appeals to adults as well, thanks to its clever humor. Kids and adults alike get a kick out of Cooley’s number when he tap dances with four legs. “That’s very alluring for an actor— doing something I wouldn’t normally do or ever do again,” Cooley said. “It was challenging, but honestly, we did it so much I quickly had my sea legs.” Cooley said the biggest challenge is balancing realism and the flavor of the cartoon. The actors take bits from the cartoon and mesh those traits with their own personality. “That’s where the humanity comes out, the realism comes out,” he said. “I hope people get joy out of this show. That’s our mission—to spread as much joy as possible. I think the show really does that. “That’s what we hear from the responses from the people at the stage door or the people we see on the street. There’s a lot of joy and I hope kids and adults gain a love of theater.” “The SpongeBob Musical” 8 p.m. Friday, January 31; 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, February 1; and 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, February 2 The Orpheum, 203 W. Adams Street, Phoenix. Tickets start at $42.25 602262-7272, broadwayorpheum.com.

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Water for wildlife: Catchments prove lifesavers across Arizona BY JONAH HRKAL Cronkite News

In Peoria, a steady, high-pitched beep reverberates off rugged hillsides as a tanker truck backs up to a sheet of corrugated metal that’s enclosed by a small metal fence. The tanker carries nearly 1,700 gallons of Earth’s most precious resource: water. Just west of the Arizona Game & Fish Department’s headquarters along Carefree Highway, one of the state’s nearly 3,000 wildlife water catchments sits amid creosote, palo verde and saguaros. Catchments are man-made watering facilities sustaining animals during hot and dry periods. Wildlife use them year-round. Joseph Currie is responsible for making sure all the catchments across the state are well-maintained. Over his 22 seasons with Arizona Game & Fish, Currie spent the past 13 working on, and now supervising, water for wildlife. “It’s actually been very important for stabilizing the population of wildlife in Arizona,” he said. “If we didn’t have the water out there, we’d witness really drastic fluctuations in the population.” Game & Fish monitors about 1,000 of its own catchments and maintains 1,000 for the Bureau of Land Management and another 1,000 for the U.S. Forest Service. Currie said the program in Arizona goes back at least since the 1940s, beginning as an effort to support game birds. “The first ones (catchments) were called ‘gallinaceous guzzlers,’ and the gallinaceous is the family name for quail,” he said. “So they were quail waters, they were really targeting quail and small-game type of things.” However, the lure of water in the desert proved irresistible to animals much larger than quail. “The deer were coming in, javelina and bobcats, mountain lions, you name it,” Currie said. “So they quickly changed the design to help out all wildlife to be able to access the water and drink from them.” New technology and gradual innovation have led to a dramatic shift between how catchments operated 80 years ago and how they operate now. Game & Fish has delivered more than 1.5 million gallons of water since January 2018. Getting water to remote places Once the tanker truck is in position,

Nate Solomon is in charge of the small team that refills and maintains catchments, some of which can only be accessed by helicopter – an aircraft Solomon had never been in before he started working on catchments nearly five years ago. “It’s even more exciting because there’s not a lot of places to land on a mountain, you know, right? But yeah, you get used to it,” Solomon said. (Cronkite News photos by Jonah Hrkal)

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“And they’re four-wheel drive, which most water trucks aren’t,” Solomon added. But land vehicles can’t go everywhere, which is why Game & Fish uses helicopters to airlift water to certain wildlife catchments. “In the summertime, we do a lot of helicopter work,” Solomon said. “Especially the (bighorn) sheep catchments that are way up on a mountain; there’s no road access.” A costly endeavor From truck repairs to paying for emergency water drops, the costs con-

ciated with providing life-sustaining water. For Currie, the state’s vast number of catchments aren’t just meant for wildlife. They’re meant for people, too, places where they can observe wildlife in their natural habitat – watering holes for all. “It’s kind of fun to look for these. I’ve had people that said they’ve been all over Arizona, and I’ve never actually seen one of these,” Currie said. “But then they finally saw us working on one and came up and went, ‘Wow, I didn’t even know these are out there. And it’s so cool to see.’”

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Use 20-20 vision to look at 2020 CHURCH COMMUNITY CONNECTION Pastor Ed Delph Peoria Times Columnist

When I think of New Year’s, I think about the concept of time and starting new. So, here are some insights and observations about time. Happy New Year! “Procrastinators - the leaders of tomorrow.” “Out of my mind - back in five minutes.” “Ever stop to think and forget to start again?” “When the clock is hungry, it goes back four seconds.” “The younger we are the more we want to change the world. The older we are the more we want to change the young.” “Sometimes, I look down at my watch three consecutive times and do not know what time it is.” “Troubled times can lead to troubled minds.” New Year’s is a time when we like to mentally start again, to ring out the old and bringing in the new. That’s what the big glass ball coming down

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in Times Square in New York City is all about. House and Garden magazine wrote an article about a custom the Italians have on New Year’s Eve illustrating the idea of throwing out the old year and what happened in that year and then bringing in the New Year. “As midnight on New Year’s approaches in Italy, the streets are clear. There is no traffic; there are no pedestrians; even the policemen take cover. Then, at the stroke of midnight, the windows of the houses fly open. To the sound of laughter, music, and fireworks, each member of the family pitches out old crockery, detested ornaments, hated furniture and a whole catalog of personal possessions which remind them of something in the past

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year they want to be wiped out of their minds.” Well, at least they have the concept. Whether it works or not maybe another subject, but those Italians might be onto something here. Educator Babatunde Olatunji says, “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and what is today? Today is a gift. That’s why they call it, the

present.” John R. Rice notes no matter what a man’s past may have been, his future is spotless. The nicest thing about the future is it always starts tomorrow. So, don’t wait for the perfect moment, take a moment and make it perfect. Or better said, though no one can go back and make a brand-new beginning, anyone can start from now and make a brandnew ending. Last year was not a good one for many people. Most people go into a new year believing and carrying the same stuff that made the old year underachieve. Let’s start new again. In order to start new, we need to think differently in order to see differently. We need 20-20 vision in both our thinking and seeing (assessing) to have a better 2020. Let us illustrate seeing differently with this story of three engineers. Three engineering students were discussing the possible designers of the human body. One said, “It was a mechanical engineer. Just look at all the joints.” Another said, “No, it was an electrical engineer. The nervous system has many thousands of electrical connections.” The last one said, “No, actually it had to be a civil engineer. Who else would run a toxic waste pipeline through a recreational area?”

Now there is a different way of looking at anatomy and life. Let me conclude with six little stories with a different set of glasses to view the world through, giving us 20-20 vision in seeing the future more positively and accurately. These concepts, if applied, can lift a person to new heights, new realms, and new dimensions. These concepts are a different way of seeing. They can take a sad song and make it better. Once all the villagers decided to pray for rain. On the day of their prayers, all the people gathered, but only one boy came with an umbrella. That’s faith. When you playfully throw babies in the air, they laugh because they know you will catch them. That’s trust. Every night we go to bed without any assurance of being alive the next morning, but still, we set the alarm to wake up. That’s hope. We plan big things for tomorrow, despite little knowledge of the future. That is confidence. We see the world suffering, but still, we get married and have children. That’s love. On an old man’s shirt was written a sentence, “I am not 80 years old; I am sweet 16 with 64 years of experience.” That’s attitude. There you go, eyes with faith, trust, hope, confidence, love and an uplifting attitude, can move us from unfocused or focused on a tough 2019, to 20-20 vision for 2020. Samuel Johnson once said, “The future is purchased by the present.” So, let’s learn from the past, live in the present, so we can excel in the future. Did you know God can give you a new start too? “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ they are a new creature; the old has passed away; behold, new things have come.” (2 Cor. 5:17). And, that’s the happiest New Year of all. To learn more about Pastor Ed Delph, the Church-Community Connection and Nation strategy, call 623-376-6757, e-mail nationstrategy@cs.com or visit nationstrategy.com.

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Mumps on the rise in Maricopa County BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF According to health officials, Maricopa County is experiencing a community-wide outbreak of mumps. This is a contagious disease that can lead to serious consequences. “This is the first community-wide mumps outbreak that Maricopa County has seen in decades and serves as a reminder of why it’s so important to get vaccinated for diseases that we can prevent,” said Dr. Rebecca Sunenshine, medical director for disease control at Maricopa County Department of Public Health. Mumps is a contagious disease caused by a virus that spreads through saliva (spit) or mucus from the mouth, nose or throat of an infected person. An infected person can spread mumps to others by

kissing or by sharing food, drinks, eating utensils, cigarettes, lip gloss or any other items that come in contact with an infected person’s saliva. Symptoms of mumps can include: • Face swelling and tender salivary glands under the ears or jaw on one or both sides of the face (parotitis) • Low-grade fever • Headache • Muscle ache • Tiredness • Loss of appetite Complications from mumps include painful and swollen testicles for males, painful and swollen ovaries (abdominal/belly pain) for females, and rarely, decreased fertility, meningitis (inflammation around the brain and spinal cord) and even deafness. A person with mumps is considered

Though preventable, mumps is on the rise around Maricopa County. (Photo courtesy Mayo Clinic)

contagious one to two days before swelling or pain starts, which means a person infected with mumps can spread it to others before they even know they have it. Dr. Sunenshine added, “Many healthcare providers have never seen a patient with mumps, so it is important for everyone to know there is an outbreak. It’s OK to ask your provider to test for mumps if you have symptoms.” If you think you have mumps: Contact your healthcare provider by phone if you have one and let them know that you may have mumps. If you do not have a health care provider, you may need to SEE MUMPS PAGE 30

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Art of the seal: Arizona honors high school grads in music, dance, theater, more BY RIO PAYNTER Cronkite News

Arizona high school graduates who prove they have mastered the arts now can get special recognition on their diplomas. Gov. Doug Ducey last spring signed SB 1111, creating the State Seal of Arts Proficiency, to honor the importance of arts in molding well-rounded citizens. The Arizona Department of Education will award to qualified high school graduates beginning in May. To qualify, the education department requires graduates to complete the requirements of a “proficiency pathway,” which it describes as a “rigorous, standards-based and high-quality arts education course of study.” Recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better in all qualifying arts courses – dance, music, theatre, visual arts or media arts – or in career and technical education courses, which in-

volve 21st-century application of the arts. That includes animation, digital communication, digital photography, fashion and interior design, film and TV production, and music and audio production. Recipients also must complete 80 hours of extracurricular activities in their chosen art track and complete a capstone project allowing the student to showcase the entirety of their arts knowledge and how those skills will translate to real-world skills. The seal will be designed by Arizona students in grades 9-12, with the winning design announced by the Arizona Commission on the Arts in March – Youth Arts Month. “Arts education, in general, is extremely powerful,” said Dustin Loehr, director of arts education at the Department of Education. “It really contributes meaningfully to well-rounded education and teaching to the whole child.” Loehr worked with stakeholders

State schools will begin awarding a Seal of Arts Proficiency next May on high school diplomas of students who have completed a “rigorous, standards-based and high-quality arts education course of study.” (Cronkite News photos by Rio Paynter)

across the state to help turn their ideas into the seal. Districts across the state will have the option to opt-in or out of the program. Arizona School for the Arts north of downtown Phoenix is opting in. Fifth through twelfth-grade students at ASA spend the final two hours each school day studying and practicing their chosen art. “I study theater and I really want to pursue acting in a college and a career,” said Noah Simmons, a sophomore. “And to have this seal shows I have worked many years and I have dedicated my life to theater.” Tenth-grader Nora Muma hopes to

earn the seal even though she won’t pursue arts education after high school. “I want to be a doctor,” she said. “But I do think the arts show a level of dedication.” Elena Gandy believes the arts seal will “show colleges I can go above and beyond and I don’t just stay in the mediocre.” Eighth-grader Imogen Dietz wishes to make herself a better person by earning the seal. “I put those hours in to kind of make myself a better person and kind of improve on skills not only related to the arts but to academics too,” she said.

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Volunteer to be a voice for young children in your Arizona community BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF For those who are passionate about children’s issues and want to impact the early childhood programs available to young kids in our community, First Things First (FTF) is seeking volunteers. FTF is Arizona’s early childhood health and development agency and seeks about 150 volunteers for the opportunity to collaborate with other dedicated community members in local communities across Arizona. This year, FTF has made the application process simple with an easy online application. Volunteering on a regional council is a unique, high-level leadership opportunity to make a positive impact on children and families in our community. Regional council members help define priorities for the local services and supports for young children and their families. By collaborating with other dedicated com-

munity members, they provide opportunities for young children to get a strong start in life. Research has shown a child’s early experiences lay the foundation for a lifetime of success in school and beyond. FTF partners with parents and communities to give children birth to age 5 the tools they need to arrive at kindergarten prepared to succeed. Regional councils made up of community volunteers inform decisions about how First Things First can help strengthen families, expand early learning opportunities and increase access to preventive health services in their area. FTF asks volunteers to commit to about 10 hours per month. First Things First is a voter-created, statewide organization funding early learning, family support and children preventive health services to help kids be successful once they enter kindergarten. For more information or to apply, visit firstthingsfirst.org/serve.

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be seen at your local hospital emergency room or urgent care center. Please call before going to a doctor’s office, urgent care, or emergency room to let them know you may have mumps so you can avoid exposing others in the waiting room. The healthcare provider may test you for mumps by swabbing the inside of your cheek, testing your urine and blood. Ideally, testing should be done within the first three days of your symptoms. They will ask you to stay home from work, school or daycare and avoid other people for five days after the start of jaw pain or swelling to prevent the spread of the disease to others. Healthcare providers are encouraged to immediately report suspect mumps to Maricopa County De-

partment of Public Health by calling 602-506-6767. Vaccination with the recommended two doses of the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine is the best way to protect yourself. Ways to avoid getting mumps and other infectious diseases include: Avoid sharing food, drinks, utensils and other items that come in contact with your mouth or nose Cover coughs and sneezes (use a tissue or upper sleeve/elbow) Wash hands thoroughly and often Encourage those around you to check if they have had two doses of the MMR vaccine For more information on mumps signs and symptoms or where you may find vaccine, visit wearepublichealth. org.

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623.842.6000623.842.6000 Tips for Having a Great Sale! 1. Sort through your closets, cupboards and garage for items to sell. 2. Partner up with a neighbor or friend. This is helpful to give each other breaks during the day. 3. Advertise your sale — ask us for our Yard Sale Special! 4. In your ad include the type of sale, (e.g., Yard Sale, Multi-Family Sale), date, time, address/cross streets, and be specifi c on prices for high dollar items. Popular items you can include: furniture, appliances, electronics, tools, yard equipment, designer/ children’s clothes and shoes, craft items, antiques, unique items and collectibles/ collections. 5. Place signs on major cross streets and on the corners leading into your neighborhood. Just a fat, solid black arrow on colorful poster board works fine. 6. Price your items. If having a Multi-Family sale, each family should have a different colored price tag. You can do a $1 table, $5 table, etc., to save time. 7. Money. Be prepared with change, including coins. Do not accept checks. Cash only! 8. Have electricity available to test items. 9. Be safe. Do not let anyone into your home. Take your phone outside with you Have an extra person relieve you occasionally. 10. If it’s warm, offer cold bottled water for sale to cool off your customers! Happy customers buy things! 11. After the sale, remove your signs and donate leftover items to a local charity.

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NOTICE FOR BID *** MATERIALS MANAGEMENT 9875 N. 85th Ave., 2nd Floor Peoria, Arizona 85345 Phone: (623) 773-7115 Fax: (623) 773-7118 BID NOTIFICATION INFORMATION SOLICITATION NUMBER: P20-0044 TYPE O F SO L I C I TA TIO N : R F P B U YE R NAME: Christine Finney BUYER PHONE NUMBER: (623) 773-7531 DESCRIPTION: Jomax WRF Expansion Design Services ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE: n/a PRE-BID MEETING DATE: n/a SOLICITATION DUE DATE: January 7, 2020 by 5:00pm (Arizona Time ) Solicitation is available from our website at: www.peoriaaz.gov/procurement Published: Peoria Times, Jan. 2, 2020 / 27125

NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS (For Publication) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in the Matter of the Estate of: RANDEL F. MOUNT SR, Deceased, that Laura Canniff has been appointed as the Personal Representative of this estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative, Laura Canniff, at 4664 W. Oberlin Place, Denver, CO 80236. Published: Peoria Times, Dec. 26, 2019, Jan 2, 9, 2020 / 26991 NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of Suzanne E Johnson, Deceased NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed as the Personal Representative of this estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to undersigned Personal Representative at 11035 E Johnson Ln, Cornville, AZ 86325. DATED this 11th day of DECEMBER, 2019 /s/ Steven T Johnson. Published: Peoria Times, Dec 26, 2019, Jan 2, 9, 2020 / 27000

PUBLIC NOTICE

APPLIANCE SERVICES PUBLIC NOTICE PROPOSALS FOR 2020-2021 On January 2, 2020, the City of Peoria began accepting proposals for the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as well as Peoria General Fund Not-forProfit funds. In Fiscal Year 2020-2021 (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021), the City anticipates receiving CDBG funds of approximately $850,000 and HOME funds of approximately $220,000. The exact allocations will not be determined until finalized by HUD. The City also anticipates $241,500 of General Fund monies will be made available. The proposal submission deadline for agencies who wish to utilize these funds is January 29, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. Funds are anticipated to be available in July 2020 for the General Fund programs and October 2020 for the CDBG and HOME funded programs. All applicants are required to submit proposals utilizing ZoomGrants, an on-line, cloud based system. Applicants interested in applying for grant funding must register with ZoomGrants in order to obtain a login and access to the City’s grant applications. A link to ZoomGrants and the applications is available on the City’s website at www.peoriaaz.gov/notforprofitgrants. Additional information may be obtained by writing to: City of Peoria Attn: Community Assistance Division 9875 N. 85th Avenue Peoria, Arizona 85345 Or by written e-mail to: communityassistance@peoriaaz.gov Accommodations for individuals with disabilities - Alternative format materials, sign language interpretation, assistive listening devices or interpretation in languages other than English are available upon 72 hours advance notice through the City of Peoria’s Community Assistance Division, 9875 N. 85th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85345; (623)773-7250; TDD (623)773-7221, or fax (623)773-7233. Asistencia en español: Para que le interpreten la solicitud en español, llame al (623)7737250. Published: Peoria Times, Jan 2, 9, 16, 2020 / 26852

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