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Upgrades at two parks in Peoria are fully completed following renovation projects that lasted for several months. Sonoran Mountain Ranch Park and Country Meadows Park received extensive upgrades and changes, according to John Sefton, director of parks, recreation and community facilities for the city of Peoria. Sefton said these park “refreshes” were aimed at creating more inclusive, accessible and updated park environments for Peoria residents. He said several years ago city officials reached out to neighborhoods near the parks to learn what residents wanted to see in these upgrades. The city conducted surveys, in-person meetings, board meetings,
The city of Peoria recently increased shading at Sonoran Mountain Ranch Park. (Photo courtesy of the city of Peoria)
and even a “survey night” at a local school to gather the information. “We were able to touch base with the people who use the park, who live in the neighborhood, and some really large themes came out,” Sefton said of Country
Meadows Park. Increased shade, walking paths and lighting were among the most mentioned. These suggestions were taken into consideration.
feature a wide variety of improvements throughout the library. People can expect to see a newly remodeled main lobby area and bathrooms. New flooring and carpeting will be installed. He said the goal of these upgrades is to bring “a more modern look to the library.” “Service points” throughout the library will be remodeled, including the upstairs reference, the children’s reference and the front circulation desks. Washburn said another big part of the remodel is the children’s patio, which will
get more space for programs. “It will provide more shade than is currently out there and really a great environment for children to go out and either take part in a program or be out there with their parents and just enjoy what is out there on the patio,” Washburn said.“It’s really going to be one of those show areas for us moving forward.” This is the library’s first major remodel since the facility was built nearly 30 years
Peoria Main Library scheduled for renovations
BY TYLER WEGLEITNER Peoria Times Staff Writer
Peoria residents can expect to see big changes coming soon to the city’s Main Library. Renovations for Peoria’s Main Library are scheduled to begin on June 14. The remodel is expected to be completed by early to mid-November, according to Nathaniel Washburn, Peoria’s library and cultural services manager. Washburn said these renovations will
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The Arizona Coyotes Foundation donated $15,000 to the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association Arizona Chapter. The money will go to the chapter’s Youth Support Program. “We are incredibly thankful for this gift from the Arizona Coyotes Foundation,” said Taryn Norley, president and CEO of the ALS Association Arizona Chapter. “The lives of families of patients with ALS change drastically upon diagnosis, but through our Youth Support Program, we hope to give them some sense of normalcy and fun during a difficult time.” ALS is a terminal illness that impacts all aspects of a person’s life, often resulting in decreased quality of life at a time when it matters most. The ALS Association Arizona Chapter employs a multidimensional approach to support the physical, emotional and social needs of people with ALS and their families.
The award funded various resources for 63 youth, including:
Teen Talk Tuesdays Monthly Google Hangout sessions for teens to connect with one another for support, facilitated by “guides” (young adults who lost a loved one to ALS when they were a teen). Family Fun Packs Monthly activity kits mailed to each family designed to foster family interactions and create positive memories. Legacy Project A special Family Tree keepsake to cherish after their loved one passes. Child Life Therapist Consultations Individualized services by a Certified Child Life Therapist to support parents in facilitating difficult conversations related to ALS, provide developmentally appropriate disease education, and offer activities to help children express their feelings and develop coping
skills. The yearlong program culminated with 14 families treated to an overnight staycation experience at the Westin Kierland. During this “Weekend to Remember,” volunteers from the Arizona Coyotes Foundation decorated the hotel rooms to welcome each family, and activities were provided to foster connections with other families affected by ALS. The experience helped build positive family memories and escape the harsh realities of an ALS diagnosis. The Arizona Coyotes Foundation seeks to enhance the quality of life throughout Arizona communities by supporting nonprofit organizations that promote health care, education, economic empowerment and cultural arts programs for children and service men and women. It is dedicated to health and wellness programs that stimulate the growth of youth sports and financially supports programs that encourage teamwork skills while building future leaders in the community.
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ago, he said. Washburn said the library plans to remain open during the remodel so Peoria citizens can still enjoy its amenities. “It’s definitely going to be a challenge, but logistically we are very confident that we can remain open and allow for people to still take advantage of all the services that we provide,” he said. Washburn said he realizes that summer is a very busy time for libraries, with book clubs, programs and storytimes. Visitors may experience a “minor disruption to parking” during the remodel, but the nearby parking garage will remain open. Visitors may also notice areas fenced off. Washburn said the areas not slated for remodeling have been upgraded in recent years. The city is using a phased approach. He said the process has been
in the works for two to three years. The library’s roof was upgraded about a year and a half ago, and two parking lots for the library were also recently upgraded. An indoor amphitheater received new carpeting and chairs recently. He said many of the decisions for the library remodel, along with other city decisions, were made based on community input that had been gathered over the last several years. “The city is investing dollars back into the facilities that mean a lot to our citizens, and the upcoming renovation is part of a bigger plan to upgrade some of the city’s amenities,” Washburn said. “We’ve been at this for quite a few years to really get citizen input as to not only what they want to see in our buildings but what they want to see from our library services moving for-
ward into the future.” Based on citizen surveys that were filled out, Washburn said it was clear that Peoria residents wanted a “general refresh,” along with a newer, modern look. He said the city has also met with focus groups from the area to help make similar decisions relating to upgrades and city services. Washburn credits the city of Peoria and the city council for the library’s upcoming remodel. “The city and council has done a fantastic job of making sure that we are being fiscally responsible and putting the money where it’s needed,” he said. “So, for the library, it’s great because we’re really excited as far as being able to upgrade some of these areas that are most used by our citizens.”
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EJ’s auctioning Thomas Moran piece, other fine art BY CONNOR DZIAWURA Peoria Times Staff Writer
Art is a finicky industry, according to Erik Hoyer. As the CEO of the Glendale-based EJ’s Auction & Appraisal, Hoyer feels the auctions can be tough in that regard. So, when a piece of artwork like an untitled Thomas Moran oil painting of a desert borax mine comes Hoyer’s way and is appraised for $500,000 to $750,000, it’s an estimated guess based on recognition and prior auction records, he explained. “It could do $300,000 or $200,000, but it could also do $2 million,” he said. Moran’s recognition includes being known as the “Father of the National Parks,” a nickname given because his Yellowstone sketches played a role in Congress’ declaration of it as the country’s first National Park. And the desert borax mine piece has toured around, having been displayed at the “California Design” exhibition in Pasadena and the Heard Museum in Phoenix. That painting by the famed landscape artist is just one of many estimated high-value pieces that will be auctioned by EJ’s Auction & Appraisal at noon PT Friday, June 18. It will be the busi-
(Above) This untitled James Swinnerton (1875-1974) oil on canvas is valued at $20,000 to $25,000. (Right) This Louis Akin (18631913) oil on canvas of the Grand Canyon is valued at $5,000 to $10,000. (Photos courtesy of EJ’s Auction & Appraisal)
ness’ first live, in-person auction since March 2020, though remote buyers can still participate live online as well. The fine art comes from the collection of the late Edward and Frances Elliott, the latter an influential art collector who played a key role in establishing the Arizona Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts.
“It’s really a small portion of what is within the estate itself, and we’re the perfect fit for this type of stuff, because we’re the ones in the Valley that are known for handling these types of col-
(Left) This untitled Max Ernst (1891-1976) oil on board is valued at $21,000 to $26,000. (Below) This untitled Thomas Moran (1837-1926) oil painting of a desert borax mine is valued at $500,000 to $750,000. It has been displayed at the “California Design” exhibition in Pasadena and the Heard Museum in Phoenix.
lections,” Hoyer said of the pieces slated for the upcoming auction. Also among those more than 100 works are an untitled Max Ernst oil on board valued from $21,000 to $26,000; an untitled James Swinnerton oil on canvas valued from $20,000 to $25,000; and a Louis Akin oil on canvas of the Grand Canyon valued from $5,000 to $10,000. The collection — which can be previewed online now or in person from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 17 — encompasses not only a variety of Southwestern paintings and sketches but also sculptures and figurines. “It’s kind of got something for everybody, although there’s not a lot of — I don’t know if there’s really any, thinking off the top of my head — midcentury modern-type art, really,” he added. “They weren’t really into collecting that type of stuff, which is interesting artwise because the home that this was in is a Frank Lloyd Wright home up SEE PAINTING PAGE 6
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Sefton said the city added a shade structure and more trees to Country Meadows Park, which also has a fully covered basketball court. “One of the other points from the community was that they wanted to make sure that it was well lit, so the entirety of the park got an upgrade to LED lighting and all of the light poles are painted and refreshed,” he said. The park has less turf to reduce water usage and increase efficiency. The walking paths throughout the park were updated. Sefton said that along the walking path around the park, there are “four different workout stations, stretching stations and things along those lines that give people an alternative to just walking around.” Country Meadows Park also received new, more inclusive play areas. Similar upgrades were also made to Sonoran Mountain Ranch Park. Sefton said for residents near this park, “their biggest concern was the turf conditions, walkability and shade.”
ball court. He said new playground equipment was added, but they “have been taking an approach to where we can refresh a playground whereas opposed to replace the whole Country Meadows Park features accessible and inclusive thing.” Sand was replayground equipment since its renovation. (Photo courtesy of the city of Peoria) moved from the playground and replaced with wood chips to increase He said parents complained to the city accessibility. New walking paths also about the heat. “That park has a very nice stand of increase accessibility. Sefton said that the updates at the mesquite trees, and we took full advantage of the shade that’s already natural, parks are part of a bigger, long-term and then the playground as well re- plan by the city of Peoria and that other parks have already been, or will be, ceived a full canopy,” Sefton said. More accessible benches were add- refreshed. One is Rio Vista Communied underneath trees, and shade sails ty Park, which, he said, will undergo a that were originally used for the play- major facelift. He said Peoria residents truly apgrounds were moved near the basket-
preciate and rely on the city’s outdoor space and that this was one reason why the city is upgrading these parks. “Our community cares deeply about having access to parks, having access to trails, and access to our open space,” Sefton said. “We have a strong tradition as a community in supporting our parks and utilizing them.” He said that people are getting out and finding more ways to exercise and that in March of last year, after the pandemic hit, there was “over a 200% increase on our trailhead counters.” He also said while it is important to recognize the positive activities that happen at the city’s parks, it is also important to recognize the negative. “We also want to bring alert and attention toward any negative behaviors that go on in our parks,” Sefton said. “Whether that’s a call to our nonemergency or emergency police, or even directly to our parks department … we want to be aware and to be able to respond to the community in the very best way that we can.”
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in Sedona, so midcentury modern was definitely the style of the home and some of the furnishings. But as far as the art goes, it’s more of a Southwest (style), especially Arizona. And some of these artists Fran actually knew.” Hoyer recalls March 2020 as being a “scary time,” with COVID-19 leading many businesses, including EJ’s Auction & Appraisal, to shut their doors. But he responded fittingly in the best way he could, changing processes to abide by CDC guidelines and bringing staff back while switching to a strictly live online bidding system. “But in doing so, it actually didn’t hurt us at all,” he said. “In fact, what it really did is it basically pushed those
people that were always here on Saturday bidding live, it pushed them into participating online, and what that did was it actually pushed our numbers up.” “Up,” he estimates, is EJ’s trending 20% above a normal weekly auction. But while the business survived and even thrived amid a pandemic, Hoyer is hopeful for the future. Aside from the June 18 auction, EJ’s still regularly hosts online-only auctions. Items can be previewed online, with registration at ejsauction.com; auctions are subject to a 20% buyer’s premium. Hoyer isn’t ready to bring back in-person auctions in full swing, so he’s considering a monthly schedule as opposed to weekly.
“We’re looking forward to seeing all the faces again in June for the live auction, and our facility will accommodate pretty large crowds. It’s an art auction, so our crowd shouldn’t be like a typical Saturday in here where we would have 400 or 500 people on the floor. It won’t be like that; we’re probably looking at maybe 100, 150 bidders. “But then again, I say that we may have 400 just because everybody knows it’s a live auction. They want to come and experience a live auction again, because it’s definitely an event — it’s a social event. A lot of our bidders coming here have wound up being friends with each other, and there’s the social aspect of the auction that is really
hard (to duplicate) when you’re online only. It does add a lot to it.”
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Thanks to Prop 207, the funding will allow the department to purchase a vehicle for a vehicle crimes detective, updated technology for diagraming accident scenes, a drone to assist in accident reconstruction and an Intoxilyzer 9000 to assist in the processing of DUI drivers. The funding will also allow the department to enhance its ability to conduct accident investigations and DUI enforcement.
Visit Peoria’s new meetings and events webpage features a directory of city-owned and privately owned spaces in Peoria and the relevant details pertaining to each venue, including the venue square footage, the maximum capacity of each space and information about catering. For more information, visit visitpeoriaaz.com.
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Traffic safety funds awarded to Peoria police
The Governor’s Office of Highway Safety recently awarded to the Peoria Police Department $188,878.59 in grant funding to help purchase equipment to assist in accident investigations, driving under the influence (DUI) enforcement, traffic enforcement and education in and around the city of Peoria.
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City launches online payment portal
This summer, the city of Peoria is rolling out a new online system for paying utility bills. The new system, Invoice Cloud, is a one-stop shop where residents can access and pay all city bills electronically. Residents can enroll in paperless billing; get text notifications; and opt to pay by phone, text or online. Credit cards, debit cards or an e-check are accepted. For more information about Invoice Cloud, visit peoriaaz.gov or make a secure payment at https:// myaccount.peoriaaz.gov.
New Visit Peoria meetings and events webpage
Folks looking for meeting space can check out Visit Peoria’s new website.
New community resource guide available
The Community Assistance Resource Guide is rolling out a new cover and a new community partner. The cities of Peoria and Surprise welcome the city of El Mirage as the latest partner in this resource guide. The guide contains a listing of more than 250 nonprofit agencies offering free to low-cost services for qualifying individuals and families looking for assistance with food, shelter, homelessness, domestic violence and many other local resources. The guide is available in English and Spanish. To obtain a copy or for more information, call 623-773-7070 or email communityassistance@peoriaaz. gov. Visit the guide online at peoriaaz. gov/peoriasupport.
Auctioning the art of Edward and Frances Elliott WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 17, in-person preview; noon PT Friday, June 18, live auction online and in person WHERE: EJ’s Auction & Appraisal, 5990 W. Bell Road, Glendale INFO: 623-878-2003, ejsauction.com
Peoria Mayor Cathy Carlat unveiled details about her sixth annual summer literacy program: “Peoria Reads: Today a Reader, Tomorrow a Leader.” The free program was created to encourage Peoria’s youth and future workforce to read at least 20 minutes a day over the summer. Residents can sign up and receive a bookmark to track their reading at the Peoria Main or Sunrise Mountain libraries. On Thursday, June 17, check out the SWAT Mobile Command Unit and learn about police equipment at the “You Have the Right to Read” event. The event will take place at 8401 W. Monroe Street. For more information, visit peoriaaz.gov/library.
Future city council meetings
The next study session is 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, followed by a 6 p.m. regular city council meeting at 8401 W. Monroe Street, Peoria. Meeting agenda and information are available at peoriaaz.gov/council. City council meetings and study sessions are broadcast live through CenturyLink Channel 8509, Facebook (facebook. com/CityofPeoriaAz), Cox Channel 11 and YouTube (Digital Peoria)
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Redefining extremism: Your tax dollars at work BY J.D. HAYWORTH Peoria Times Columnist
No wonder President Biden, Vice President Harris and their spouses dined ata French restaurant on May 31. It was only fitting, as the nation’s “No. 2” was fresh from a political faux pas not seen since Marie Antionette’s alleged infamous comment, “Let them eat cake.” As America prepared to remember its fallen, the veep tweeted a vacuous wish: “Enjoy the long weekend.” The backlash nearly fricasseed her Twitter feed. Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colorado, asked the obvious: “Care to mention WHY we’re having the long weekend, Kamala?” A Gold Star Mother posted a picture, worth far more than a thousand words. It was the image of a young man, killed in action at age 19. “Always and forever in my heart, my American Hero Son,” she wrote. No stinging rebuke of Harris was necessary; the photo is poignant and its implied criticism potent. But this is more than just an episode of internet insensitivity; it is, instead, the latest portent of policy changes at the Pentagon. The Biden White House wants uniformity among those who wear the uniform — not only in line formation, but also in political orientation. It is certainly true that the Jan. 6 march on the Capitol included mob action, but to accept the media narrative that all the blame must rest at the feet of Trump
supporters is as ludicrous as Joe Biden’s assessment that the tragic, sorry episode was “the worst assault on our democracy since the Civil War,” conveniently forgetting Sept. 11, 2001, and Dec. 7, 1941. That’s why it’s worth remembering the complete political pronouncement of a more recent vintage, uttered by then-incoming Obama Chief of Staff Rahm Emmanuel in 2008: “You never let a serious crisis go to waste. And what I mean by that it’s an opportunity to do things you think you could not do before.” With an “amen chorus” amidst the unholy alliance of a partisan press, Silicon Valley tech titans and “woke” Wall Street fat cats — not to mention communist China’s “new best friends” in Hollywood — it’s simple to see where the left hopes to lead us: to that place where political dissent and conservative opinion can be redefined as “domestic terrorism.” That’s why new Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin — two weeks after being sworn in — ordered a full military “stand down.” Previously, such actions have been limited to specific branches of the service or geographic theaters of operation and have been prompted by technical failures of equipment or poor performance by personnel. This latest “stand down” was quite different. Not only did it involve all our
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military — everywhere our forces are based — it also featured a broad mandate: “address extremism.” What is extremism? Why, whatever the commander-in-chief says it is! Despite the cognitive challenges Joe Biden faces, a half-century of pursuing and procuring political power has imbued him with an instinct to consolidate that power at all costs — especially at the expense of the opposition. What better way to short-circuit our political process and constitutional freedoms than by proclaiming the “loyal opposition” disloyal? Equally dangerous is the temptation to keep those in military service from enjoying the very freedoms they fight and die to defend. Clearly, command authority and discipline within the ranks cannot be discarded — but neither can individual liberties. Sadly, that appears to be the case with the sacking of Space Force Lt. Col. Matthew Lohmeier. He was relieved of his command in mid-May for comments he made on the podcast “Information Operation,” where he promoted his self-pub-
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lished book, in which he denounced Marxism and “critical race theory.” But Lt. Col. Lohmeier’s “firing offense” may have come with this evaluation of recent changes to military life: “What you see happening in the U.S. military at the moment is that if you’re a conservative, then you’re lumped into a group of people who are labelled extremists, if you’re willing to voice your views. And if you’re aligned with the left, then it’s okay to be an activist online because no one is going to hold you accountable.” So, Matthew Lohmeier appears headed for an early retirement due to an accurate assessment of what’s happened in our military, while Kamala Harris remains a heartbeat away from the presidency for a cold-hearted dismissal of Memorial Day as part of a “long weekend.” The French have an expression for it: “C’est la vie.” J.D. Hayworth worked as a sportscaster at Channel 10 Phoenix from 1987 until 1994 and represented Arizona in Congress from 1995-2007.
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Vaccine bribes are a sad sign of the times BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Peoria Times Columnist
There have been many phases in our country’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic — denial, incompetence, surging effectiveness — but this latest development I did not see coming. We’re now down to bribing people to do the right thing and get vaccinated. The madness started in early May in Ohio, where Republican Gov. Mike DeWine announced his state’s Vax-aMillion lottery, which each week awards a cool million bucks and full-ride college scholarships to vaccinated registrants. The first winner? Abbigail Bugenske, 22, a Cincinnati resident who plans to donate some of her million bucks to charity, then invest the rest — after splurging on a new ride. “I think buying a used car is still in my future,” Bugenske said at a press conference. Clearly, a free million dollars doesn’t
go as far as it used to once upon a time. Other states and businesses quickly started playing Santa in Ohio’s wake. There’s “Colorado Comeback Cash,” Maryland “Vax to Win,” a million-dollar lottery in Oregon and $1.5 million prizes in California, where they’re offering “$50,000 Fridays” to 30 lucky randomly selected winners. In West Virginia, they’re giving away cash plus two new custom pickup trucks and 10 custom hunting rifles and shotguns. In New York, they’re giving away free lottery scratcher tickets for a shot at $5 million and free tickets to Mets and Yankees baseball games. There’s a thought: Given how abysmal the last-place Diamondbacks are playing, maybe newly vaccinated children can pitch the seventh inning during the upcoming games against the Angels and Giants. Random fourth-graders would be much more entertaining than the D-backs’ current bullpen. In fairness, here in Arizona we haven’t commenced government giveaways
yet, though the private sector has gotten into the act. Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 entitles you to a free doughnut at Krispy Kreme, a free sweepstakes entry at CVS pharmacies and 10% off groceries if you get vaccinated at a Safeway, Fry’s or Albertson’s. Then there’s Anheuser-Busch, which has teamed up with the White House to offer free beer to 200,000 Americans — provided the nation reaches President Biden’s goal of 70% of U.S. adults with at least one shot in the arm by Independence Day. “That’s right. Get a shot and have a beer,” Biden announced at a June 2 press conference. “Free beer for everyone 21 years or over to celebrate the independence from the virus.” We still have a ways to go: Currently, only 63% of adults have been vaccinated. That means we’re about 20 million adults short of the herd immunity goal. Will bribery get us there, when mass education campaigns, social responsibility and social shaming seem to have failed? My guess is not quite.
This is America, after all, where you can never underestimate the amount of selfishness, fear and lunacy that prevails in a fraction of the population. It’s a depressing thought, though perhaps less depressing than if the opposite proves to be true and naked bribes actually work. What would it say about us as a people, if millions of us couldn’t be bothered to get vaccinated purely to take care of ourselves, our children, our families, co-workers and neighbors, but we would get off the couch for free swag and a longshot chance to win some cash? Such naked greed is enough to make me admire the anti-vaxxers a bit. If you’re willing to deny decades of science for your personal beliefs — no matter how ridiculous society might judge them to be — that’s one thing. But if you’re so damn lazy that you need a free Bud and a doughnut to join the herd? Maybe the herd is actually better off without you.
David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com.
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Memorial Day weekend reminded us to remember BY JUDY BLUHM Peoria Times Columnist
Did you enjoy this past Memorial Day weekend? It signified the remembrance of those men and women who served in the military and did not return home so that we could have the remarkable freedoms that we enjoy. Flags flying, parades, memorials, picnics, family gatherings, three-day weekends, bagpipes playing … what better way to start off the summer? That’s right, I said “bagpipes playing,” because nothing quite evokes such deep emotion and dignity like listening to a group of pipers play at a Memorial Day ceremony. So why the bagpipes at American funerals? In the 1800s, Irish immigrants
were often employed in dangerous jobs such as police officers and firemen. At the funeral of a fallen comrade, the bagpipes were always played, and this became the traditional ritual for a hero’s final goodbye. During the 1970s, the Scots Guards (one of the Foot Guards’ regiments of the British Army) was on tour in the USA and played “Amazing Grace,” since making it the most requested tune to be played at memorials by pipers. The Memorial Day weekend is too important to not go out and pay tribute to those who serve their country and communities. This holiday represents the larger portrait of Americana — the reminder that freedom is never free and that as far as sacrifices go, some gave all. I recall going to the Veterans Cemetery as a child, standing before a sea of tiny flags that waved briskly in the breeze, each standing at attention at the base of a
flat gravestone. I would run around and try to read as many names as I could, wondering how they died, figuring out how old the soldier was, reading the words scrawled on the headstones. Fresh cut flowers or round wreaths, looking like sad little life preservers, were placed lovingly on numerous graves, making the cemetery come alive with color. Then there would be the lady who could be seen sitting in a lawn chair on her son’s grave, or the child who would bring hand-drawn pictures to a gravesite, bravely saluting a father he might never have known. Parents and friends gather, children run or skip on grassy knolls, bagpipers and a drummer in the distance playing a solemn hymn. The stark contrast of the hope of a spring day, with flowers blooming, birds singing and flags flying, set against the backdrop of a broken heart and a piper playing is the poignant
snapshot of the day. Memorial Day weekend reminds us to remember. It causes us to pause our busy schedule of barbecuing with friends and family or having a leisurely three-day getaway to recall those fallen comrades and all that they stood for — and left behind. Some people today are not having a barbecue. They are going to cemeteries across this great nation to pay respects to those we lost. Summer is officially here — ushered in by a very memorable weekend. It helps us put everything in perspective, allows us to ponder the bigger world issues at hand, makes us rethink our choices and appreciate all that we take for granted. God bless America. Judy Bluhm is a writer and a local Realtor. Have a story or a comment? Email her at judy@judybluhm.com.
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A medical office building on the Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital campus is seeing significant new leasing activity after key improvements were made to the property Tempe St. Luke’s Medical Office Building is an approximately 60,000-square-foot facility located at 1492 S. Mill Avenue. The property has attracted 8,500 square feet in new leases since a revitalization of the property finished about six months ago. That includes practices like a multispecialty clinic, orthopedics and
clinical research. The improvements included new landscaping, new technology, monument signage and upgraded HVAC systems. Combined with the upgrades, the property is benefiting from significant new development that is taking place in Downtown Tempe including apartments, class A office, retail, high-end senior living and, of course, continuing expansion of ASU. “There’s a great deal of demand and very little supply of quality medical office space in this submarket, so we are seeing strong interest in this medical office building,” said Perry Gabuzzi, director of brokerage services for Peo-
ria-based Plaza Companies, which handles leasing for the owners of the property. “The success of this building is a direct result of strong, creative ownership and our leasing team’s ability to create new opportunities. This collaborative effort is really making a difference” The medical office building is owned by a publicly traded real estate investment company and professionally managed by NexCore Properties LLC, a significant full-service medical real estate company. Together, they identified a mix of improvements designed to maximize its leasing potential. “It’s critical to keep properties such
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NASCAR Championship Weekend returning to West Valley BY GRANT GREABELL Peoria Times Staff Writer
For the third consecutive year, Phoenix Raceway will be home to the NASCAR Championship Weekend. The tradition started in 2020 and will continue this fall from Nov. 5 to Nov. 7, as well as in 2022 from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6. Fans will look forward to seeing the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and the ARCA Menards Series West. “We’re so proud that we get to host NASCAR’s biggest event,” said Phoenix Raceway President Julie Giese. In the 2020 event, Austin Cindric won the NASCAR Xfinity Series championship at Phoenix Raceway. Sheldon Creed won the Lucas Oil 150 as part of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. David Gilliland won the ARCA Menards Series West and, at 24
years old, Chase Elliot became the third-youngest NASCAR Cup Series champion. “Crowning those four champions and celebrating the series, celebrating our drivers, our teams — it’s going to be a great event. We’re really looking forward to it,” Giese said. “And again, (we’re) just honored that we have the opportunity to host this once again.” In the 2021 event, the venue will be at 100% capacity in the grandstands and hillside. “Our loyal and passionate fans have shown tremendous support for Phoenix Raceway and our entire sport throughout the pandemic, including the inaugural NASCAR Championship Weekend at our facility last November,” Giese said. Also, fans can upgrade to the Infield Experience because camping restrictions have been lifted. This gives fans access to garage walkways, pre-race festivities, victory lane and post-race
The NASCAR Championship Weekend is returning to Phoenix Raceway. (Photo courtesy of Nicholas Barker)
championship celebrations. “We are ecstatic to have the opportunity to celebrate the crowning of four champions in front of a packed grandstand and to showcase to the world what this community of race fans in Arizona is all about,” Giese said.
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Super Bowl LVII date set for State Farm Stadium BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Peoria Times Executive Editor
The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee has chosen the date for Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium — Feb. 12, 2023. “The selection of the date for Super Bowl LVII means we are getting closer to the event all of Arizona is anticipating,” said David Rousseau, Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee chairman. “The exposure and economic impact it brings to our region is unmatched, and so is the level of community support required to execute such a mas-
sive undertaking.” Arizona was selected to host Super Bowl LVII in May 2018, marking the fourth time that a Super Bowl was awarded to the state. It is the third time the nation’s most popular sporting event will be played at State Farm Stadium, and first since Super Bowl XLIX following the 2014 season. Arizona joins South Florida, New Orleans, Los Angeles and Tampa Bay as the only sites selected to host the Super Bowl at least four times.
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Season ticket holders can nail down their seats for the 2022 event. Others must wait until a later date to purchase their 2022 tickets. Giese said she is ecstatic to have full capacity again. She and her staff are ready to welcome fans back. “We have the greatest fans in motorsports, and they’ve rallied behind this event, showcasing to the world why the Phoenix metropolitan area and the entire state of Arizona is an elite sports and entertainment destination,” she said. “We’re looking forward to an incredibly successful event this fall, and we’re thrilled to have the opportunity to do the same in 2022.” Creating a safe and healthy environment for everybody involved is the No. 1 priority for NASCAR and Phoenix Raceway. If necessary, health and safety adjustments will be made for the NASCAR Championship Weekend.
The last time the game was staged in Arizona, it produced a record economic impact for the state. A 2015 study by the Seidman Research Institute, W.P. Carey School of Business at ASU determined that Super Bowl XLIX, the 2015 Pro Bowl and related events produced a gross economic impact of $719.4 million for the region. That was the largest economic impact of any special event held in Arizona. In addition to the games played in Glendale, more than 1 million people visited Verizon Super Bowl Central in Downtown Phoenix and more than 500,000 people enjoyed events in Downtown Scottsdale. In a span of just over 26 months in 2015 to 2017, State Farm Stadium hosted a Pro Bowl, Super Bowl, College Football National Championship Game and the NCAA Men’s Final Four. It was an unprecedented stretch for a stadium that generated $1.3 billion in economic impact for the state.
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Peoria hosts All-American Festival with Clyne BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF
The city of Peoria will host the state’s largest Independence Day fireworks show from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday, July 4, at the Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Avenue. “Peoria’s annual All-American Fourth of July Festival has long been a wonderful opportunity for us to honor the greatness of our country, the independent spirit of our founding fathers, and the freedom that we enjoy every single day,” said Mayor Cathy Carlat. “We are thrilled to bring this celebrated tradition back to our community with the largest fireworks display in the Valley.” The free event kicks off at 5 p.m. with live music, family-friendly activities, wa-
ter inflatables and slides, and a wide variety of food trucks and food concessions. Beer, wine and cocktails will be available for purchase inside the event. Rob West and Micky and the Motorcars will open for headliner Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers. A limited number of VIP and meetand-greet upgrade experiences are available for purchase. The $25 VIP ticket includes a buffet featuring grilled chicken and hot dogs, a cash bar and access to the air-conditioned Colonnade Room. The $35 meet-and-greet ticket provides access to interact with Clyne before the show and two drinks handcrafted with Clyne’s Canción Tequila, hosted at the private, outdoor sky view terrace. Presale VIP and meet-and-greet tickets
are available online at peoriasportscomplex.com, by phone at 623-773-8700 or in person at the Peoria Sports Complex. Peoria will offer the Sensory Room, which is a calming, sensory-friendly space for children, teens and adults with sensory processing needs. Noise-canceling headphones, weighted blankets, plush chairs and soft toys are available to ensure all attendees can enjoy the celebration. Sensory kits are also available to check out during the event. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m., weather permitting. Seating is on the plush lawn on a first-come, firstserved basis. Attendees can bring blankets, lawn chairs, snack items, bottled water and soft drinks. Items that cannot be brought
into the event include glass containers, pets, canopies, oversized umbrellas, tents, skateboards, inline skates, bicycles, alcohol, firearms, fireworks (including sparklers) and grills. For security reasons, all bags, coolers and strollers will be checked at the gate upon entry. Parking is free, based on availability. The city of Peoria continues to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations for large events. At this time, existing mitigation policies require masks inside city facilities, including the VIP experience inside the Colonnade Room and the Sensory Room. Residents are encouraged to practice good hygiene and social distancing and stay home when sick. Info: peoriaaz.gov/specialevents
Emotional, upbeat ‘Heights’ recalls old Hollywood BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Peoria Times Executive Editor
“In the Heights” stars Olga Merediz and Jimmy Smits say their musical masterpiece is the perfect antidote to a rough 18 months. “It’s balanced with emotional and deep moments, but there’s a lot of happiness and joy,” said Merediz, who plays the matriarch Abuela Claudia. “The musical numbers are just right. The music cuts right through to you and Jon Chu has done an amazing, amazing job with his incredible visuals. I think people are really going to resonate with the characters, and I think people are really going to enjoy it.” With a wide smile, Smits said “ditto,” but he takes it a step further. “We’ve also had to reckon with a lot of social issues in the past year and a half,” said Smits, who plays Kevin Rosario, a father who butts heads with his
Jimmy Smits is Kevin Rosario in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “In the Heights,” a new film from director Jon Chu adapted from Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway musical.
ambitious daughter. “We’re hoping that this film provides joy. Musicals tend to be uplifting and inspirational, but the
universal themes resonate very strongly. I think this film is something all audiences will be able to grasp.”
Set to hit screens on Friday, June 11, “In the Heights” fuses Lin-Manuel Miranda’s music and lyrics with director Chu’s lively eye for storytelling. Chu also directed 2018’s “Crazy Rich Asians.” The film takes viewers to the streets of Washington Heights, where the scent of cafecito caliente hangs in the air outside of the 181st Street subway stop. Led by bodega owner Usnavi (Anthony Ramos, “A Star is Born”), the tight-knit, multicultural community shares its dreams and wishes with each other — in the hopes of paving a way out, while maintaining its ties to Washington Heights. “I hope people recognize themselves and see themselves and feel proud,” Merediz said. Smits added that viewers mustn’t live in Washington Heights to feel for the characters. “I’m sure you had your nanas, your SEE HEIGHTS PAGE 16
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grandmothers and that,” he said. “The city might be different, and the cultural specificity might be a little different, but the feelings of community and family and how the generation who comes here from another place has expectations for their (children and grandchildren) are all the same. “Those are universal things.” Merediz starred as Abuela Claudia on the stage version of “In the Heights.” She’s excited to spread her character’s word among the mass of movie lovers. “I wanted to give Claudia the platform she deserves,” said Merediz, referring to her character’s age. “She’s a character who is overlooked in our society. It’s just such a youth-oriented society. It gives me such pleasure to give her that platform.” She explains she enjoyed translating the stage version for film, although it was a little challenging. “The difference is, on stage, you’re delivering to the last row and you’re doing things chronologically. In a
Anthony Ramos stars as Usnavi while Melissa Barrera plays Vanessa in Warner Bros. Pictures’ “In the Heights.” (Photo by Macall Polay for Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.)
film, everything is very internal, and you shoot out of sequence. That is a challenge for an actor to keep your place, to where you are to keep that
flow and that intensity of the moment in the song. It was definitely challenging, but I was up for the challenge. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.”
“In the Heights” will be available in cinemas and on HBO Max. Smits and Merediz said that although it will be available to watch at home, “In the Heights” is worthy of a trip to the movie theater. “The film has to be seen in the cinema,” Merediz said. “These huge numbers are epic, and they need the biggest screen you have. I know in the past year we were in lockdown. We didn’t have a choice. I think it’s a good idea to have the option to see it in the movies and also at home if you don’t have the ability to go to the cinema. I hope people see it in the theater.” The singing and dancing numbers can translate to a phone or computer, but Smits agrees — go to the cinema. “Jon’s chosen to give these visual flourishes to old Hollywood,” he added. “It takes your breath away. He really did such a great job. I hope we bring richness, light and happiness to their (cinemagoers’) lives. After the horrible year that we’ve had, people are ready for a film like this.”
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Have you ever heard of the Doberman pin-
scher strategy? You have probably seen it in operation, but have not seen what caused it. Let’s say someone has two Doberman pinschers guarding his house against robbers. If you are the robber, all you must do is throw a piece of steak into the yard, and while the Doberman’s fight over steak, you walk right into the house and rob it. (Of course, you better have another steak ready for them to fight over so you can get back out of the house!) The core value of most Doberman pinschers is: “Me hungry … forget friend … steak takes precedent over guarding house.” (I wrote this Tarzan style because maybe one of the Doberman pincher’s name was Tarzan.) That’s quite an effective way or strategy of robbing a guarded house. OK, I
know some dog trainers out there are not agreeing with me, but you get the idea. People fall victim to the Doberman pinscher strategy almost every time. We tend to lose our focus on the main objective when something closer and more alluring comes our way. Let me share with you an example of the Doberman pincher strategy working in real life. The apostle Paul was in an exceedingly difficult situation. He was on trial for his faith before the leaders of his faith. The accusers were two groups of religious people — the Sadducees and Pharisees. Both groups were trying to accuse Paul. While they were on the same team, so to speak, they each held differing theological views. One group believed in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and the other group did not. How did Paul get out of this situation? He says in Acts 23:6, “I am a Pharisee, a son of Pharisees; I am on trial for the hope and resurrection of the dead!” He threw the “steak” of theological differences into the religious council’s yard — which meant trouble in River City!
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What was the result? The Pharisees and Sadducees, each thinking that they were right and the other was wrong, started arguing with each other. The Bible describes the scene as a “great dissension,” “divided,” “great uproar,” in which they “argued heatedly” and were “afraid Paul might be torn to pieces.” It was a dog fight. The Jews were fighting among themselves. Why? They were focusing on the XYZs rather than the ABCs. What became of Paul? The Roman commander sent Paul away from the meeting to the barracks. Just think of this. Paul walked away with a fully paid life insurance policy in the form of “200 soldiers, 70 horsemen and another 200 spearman” protecting him from his own people. Then the Romans gave him an all-expense-paid trip to Rome for fear of his safety. Why? He knew about the Doberman pinscher strategy. He had repeatedly seen in his rabbinical school. He had seen it all his life in relationships with others. He knew how human nature works and used it to his advantage.
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national unity and relationships. But don’t blame this on Russia; blame it on us for allowing it to happen. Let’s be wise and understanding and learn that winning the argument is not more important than losing our business, community, relationship or even our nation. Let’s not fall victim to impulses, unawareness or selfishness, winning the battle but losing the war. The steak might be stimulating, but don’t lose sight of the main objective. I’ve seen people so crazed about their steak that they would rather destroy their nation, church or business than not get their way. Here in the United States, we are working through some incendiary issues needing real solutions that only
divine wisdom will solve. And solve them we will — if we don’t buy into the robber and baiter strategy that keeps trying to short-circuit the process of guarding the house while we fix the problems. Ed Delph is Phoenix native who lives in the North Valley. Since 1980, he has pastored three churches in the Valley. He is a noted author of 10 books, weekly columnist in several local and worldwide newspapers, teacher, business owner and speaker. He has been to or ministered in over 100 countries. He is president of a worldwide ministry, NationStrategy. To learn more about Pastor Ed Delph, the Church-Community Connection and NationStrategy, e-mail nationstrategy@cs.com, visit nationstrategy.com or call 623-376-6757.
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BY LAUREN SERRATO Peoria Times Staff Writer
Peoria student Suhani Patel was one of three Arizona students named to the 57th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars. The 2021 Mountain Ridge High School graduate is among the 161 high school seniors selected by the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars. The choices are based on academic success, artistic and technical excellence, essays, school evaluations and transcripts, as well as community service, leadership and demonstrated commitment to high ideals. Patel, a Peoria resident, was awarded the Presidential Scholar in career and technical education. “I’m in shock, and it hasn’t really settled in yet,” Patel said. “I don’t think it has fully planted in my brain that I got it, but I’m just in shock and I’m really grateful to have this opportunity.” Following her passion for computer science and coding, Patel will attend
Suhani Patel, a Mountain Ridge High School graduate, will attend Cornell University in the fall after being named a U.S. Presidential Scholar. (Photo courtesy of Suhani Patel)
Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, in the fall to study computer science and economics. As an Arizona native, Patel said she is looking forward to experiencing winters and having the opportunity to receive an Ivy League education. “I’m excited to learn more about computer science,” she explained. “There aren’t that many resources for younger kids to learn computer science outside of university that goes really in depth and helps you learn those skills. I’m also excited to start a new life and meet new people, make new friends, make new connections, discover my passion and learn more about myself, all the things that come with college.” With an impressive 4.81 weighted grade-point average, Patel graduated from Mountain Ridge in the top 1% of her class. Over 3.5 million students graduated from high school this year. Of those students, more than 6,000 candidates qualified for the 2021 awards determined by
their performance on the College Board SAT or ACT exams or through nominations. Patel scored nearly perfect on her exams, finishing with a 1520 on the SAT and a 35 on the ACT. To determine the final 161 students, as directed by presidential executive order, the 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars are composed of one young man and one young woman from each state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. “The 2021 Presidential Scholars represent extraordinary achievements for our extraordinary times,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona in a statement to the press. “I am delighted to join President Biden in saluting these outstanding young people for their achievements, service, character and continued pursuit of excellence. Their examples make me proud and hopeful about the future. Honoring them can remind us all of the great potential in each new generation SEE SCHOLAR PAGE 24
Librarian shares love of reading through ‘Madame Patchouli’ BY ALEX GALLAGHER Peoria Times Staff Writer
Sunrise Mountain Public Library has resumed in-person events, including its popular storytime “Crazy Times with Madame Patchouli.” Kathie Jackson, who plays Madame Patchouli, is Sunrise Mountain Public Library’s lead librarian and has been with the library since 2002. “At the time I started, we had a tiny room off on the corner and we had about three kids attending storytimes,” Jackson said. “Then, within about a year and a half, we grew to about 40 kids and outgrew that room.” As for the unique name of her character, Jackson is the first to tell people the
Kathie Jackson has played Madame Patchouli at Sunrise Mountain Public Library for 20 years to educate and entertain Peoria youth. (Photo by Pablo Robles)
name was not her idea. “When I started, my boss at the time invented the name and I would wear a costume,” Jackson said. As the character developed, Jackson added performances for kids ages 3 to 5 in the Sunrise Mountain Public Library. “All of my stories will have some sort of literacy component, but all of my shows start off with some songs to get the kids settled in, then we’ll read a couple of books,” Jackson said. During her 20 years as Madame Patchouli, Jackson has given her shows themes. The most recent was Memorial Day. Because Memorial Day can be a tough topic for kids that age to grasp, Jackson SEE JACKSON PAGE 23
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opted to use the colors of our nation’s flag as the theme for her show. Of course, storytime with Madame Patchouli wouldn’t be complete without her closing tune, the hokey pokey. After singing and dancing to the iconic children’s tune, Jackson typically asks her audience to create a craft. “We do a craft because, at that age, they have the hand-eye coordination to do that and it’s really important for their development,” Jackson said. Jackson’s shows peaked prior to the pandemic but had to pivot to “the new normal.” “Before COVID-19, we would do two shows because we would get some pretty high numbers of attendance,” Jackson said. “Right now, we’re only doing one show per week, and we have limits of attendance, which we will be adhering to throughout the rest of the summer.” During the height of the pandemic, when the library was closed to the public, Jackson offered her storytimes differently. “During the pandemic we did some
taped story times, and it wasn’t the same as in person,” Jackson said. “At that age, the kids just don’t have a real long attention span.” Jackson is pleased she can interact with the children in person again. She’s been performing to limited-capacity crowds since April 15. “Right now, we have a first-come, firstserve ticketing process and are only up to 75% occupancy,” Jackson said. “We will increase those numbers once we get the OK from the city. Those kids had been gone for so long and they changed so much, so it’s been fun to see them come back.” Jackson gets a kick out of seeing former participants bring in their own children or come back to volunteer as a teenager. “I’m starting to get kids who once came to my storytimes with their own kids or as teen volunteers,” Jackson said. However, the most rewarding part of Jackson’s job, as she said, is watching the kids grow into avid readers. “My favorite part of the job is when parents who moved out of state will send me
photos of their kids on Facebook or Instagram of them reading their books and knowing that they got their start with me.” Looking to this summer, Jackson hopes to have kids enroll in the Sunrise Mountain Public Library’s summer reading program. During the program, kids can win prizes ranging from coupons for free food up to a complimentary book. Jackson is just pleased she can pass on her love of reading to as many generations as possible.
“I plan to carry on and grow more kids that want to become readers,” Jackson said. “Even if your child doesn’t like to read, we still want to help them as well.”
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and renew our commitment to helping them achieve their dreams.” Students are also chosen from abroad programs, as well as 15 chosen at-large, 20 scholars in the arts and 20 scholars in career and technical education. While Patel said her ideal job has yet to be determined, she does know she wants to help others. “I want to learn how I can use computer science to help developing countries accelerate their economic development and bring them up to speed with the rest of the world. That’s the dream job as of now. But how I can perform that job is not super set,” Patel said. On top of her academic accolades, Patel participated in multiple extracurricular activities during her time as a high school student. At Mountain Ridge High School, Patel served as president of the Future Business Leaders of America, an unnamed officer of DECA and president of Girls Who Code. Outside of school, Patel started a nonprofit, Tech for Tails, where she teaches virtual coding and programming workshops across the country, and all the profits go toward humane animal shelters and anticruelty societies to help combat animal abuse. Patel is also involved in Vetoes for Girls, a nonprofit that promotes women in STEM and women in computer science. To add to her resume, Patel worked a part-time job at Code Ninjas, where she taught kids game development. Patel also made time for community service, as she was involved in the National Charity League. There, she
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IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Peoria, Arizona as follows: SECTION 1. Chapter 21 of the Peoria City Code (1992 edition) shall be amended to read as indicated on Exhibit A. SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall become effective on the date provided by law. SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Peoria, Maricopa County, Arizona this ________ day of______________, 2021. Cathy Carlat, Mayor Date Signed ATTEST: Rhonda Geriminsky, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Vanessa P. Hickman, City Attorney Published in: Peoria Times Publication Date: June 10, 2021 Effective Date: ___________ All exhibits on file in the Peoria City Clerk’s Office. Published: Peoria Times, June 10, 2021 / 39118
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WATER HEATERS REMOVE & REPLACE
ROOFING
Serving all types of roofing
Lic’d, Bonded • ROC #235771 • ROC #235770
Michael Kite
“Licensed, bonded and insured” ROC #267604
ROOFING
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Sales & Service
623-937-9233
All Complete Pool Remodeling
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Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC #215758
Peoria Times
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June 10, 2021
HUGE SPRING
NO OUT OF POCKET COST,
CLEANING DISCOUNTS!
35
$
36 MONTH 0% INTEREST*
ROOM SALE*
GET FLOORING FOR THE WHOLE HOUSE FOR ONLY
FOR PRODUCT ONLY*
89.07
PER MONTH
WITH 0% INTEREST*
VINYL PLANK • LAMINATE WOOD • TILE • CARPET SHOP AT HOME NEXT-DAY INSTALLATION
HUGE SALE
PET PROOF FLOORING
FOR FREE UP TO 10 YEARS*
FREE AIR DUCT CLEANING WITH EVERY PURCHASE* Senior Citizen Discounts, Military Discounts & Public Service Discounts Must mention this ad! Schedule you FREE Estimate today, and the first 10 callers will get an additional $150 OFF!
WE PROVIDE AND INSTALL FURNITURE PADS FOR FREE ON EVERY HARD SURFACE JOB!*
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