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Peoria saves on Route 83 service

BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF

The Route 83 bus service in Peoria has been paid for by the Public Transportation Funds allocated through the Regional Transportation Plan and Valley Metro since July 1.

Since 2017, the city of Peoria has been using city funds to pay for the service.

“Peoria saw the need to provide critical transportation to our residents by activating the 83rd Avenue line, which connects to Bell, Thunderbird and Peoria avenues, where it was needed the most,” Mayor Cathy Carlat said. “Peoria took the lead to add this amenity in 2017, and I am pleased

to see regional dollars now take over this service.”

The PTF was created as part of the Proposition 400 legislation, which was approved by Maricopa County voters in 2004 and extended the half-cent sales tax for transportation by 20 years.

The city of Peoria identified a need for transportation service on 83rd Avenue from Camelback Road to Bell Road. To accelerate this regional connector bus service, the city of Peoria stepped forward in 2017 with funds from the city’s transportation sales tax to ensure this service could be provided.

Launched in October 2017, Route 83 was part of a 15-mile extension of Valley Metro

service along 83rd Avenue, connecting Peoria residents to work, dining and shopping in Peoria, Glendale and Phoenix.

The northernmost stop of this fixed bus route is at Arrowhead Towne Center, and the southernmost stop is located at 83rd Avenue and Van Buren Street. The route also connects with east-west routes at Thunderbird Road and Peoria Avenue and east-west connections at Arrowhead Towne Center with routes on Union Hills and Bell Road. With the help of regional partners and Peoria Councilmember Jon Edwards, who sits on the Valley Metro Regional Public

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TYR breaks ground on 3rd operation center

BY JORDAN ROGERS Peoria Times Staff Writer

TYR Tactical, a Peoria-based tactical equipment manufacturer, recently broke ground on a third operation center, dubbed TYR 3.

Jason Beck, founder and CEO of TYR Tactical, is looking at the additional building as an opportunity to invest back into the city of Peoria.

“This has been a dream for a very, very long time of ours

to buy this property and actually invest in Peoria specifically, and invest in the city,” Beck said.

“The importance of that has been for us to really focus on job creation and look at the opportunities that we can actually bring to bear from the profits that we make from other companies and pour back into our community. That has been what my wife and I talked about forever.”

Beck, who is also running

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Jason Beck’s wife and children were in attendance at the groundbreaking ceremony as well. (Peter Garbow/TYR Tactical)

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Peoria implements stage one of drought management plan

In recognition of ongoing regional and statewide discussions related to the Colorado River shortage, the city of Peoria has declared stage one water watch of the drought management plan to raise awareness and encourage voluntary reduction measures. At this time, there are not mandatory water restrictions, nor is there an immediate impact to the city’s ability to deliver water.

The city has a long history of water management and has been preparing for drought conditions for decades by adhering to the Principles of Sound Water Management and focusing on sustainability and smart growth. The city has assembled a diverse water supply portfolio, maintained a designated water supply that would cover 100 years, invested in and strengthened its water infrastructure, and recently doubled investments to expand water conservation rebates and programs for Peoria water customers.

Within stage one of Peoria’s drought management plan, the city will continue to lead by example by reducing municipal water use at city facilities and operations by at least 5%. An emphasis on educating residents and businesses on the importance of water conservation, while sharing more information about the rebate programs available to Peoria water customers, will be continued as well.

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Practice pool safety this summer

While the summer’s warm weather brings out an increase in pool days, it also brings out an increase in drowning incidents. Drowning is one of the leading causes of preventable deaths in children. By following some simple rules, families can have a fun, safe summer.

Nothing replaces constant eye-toeye supervision of children. Drownings most often occur when you turn your back, shift your attention, start a conversation, or check your phone. Make sure to block access to pools. Walk the perimeter of the house and look for ways a child can gain access to the pool. Make sure the pool fence is self-locking and latching. Look for household items children can use to climb the fence, and make sure children cannot open doors or squeeze through doggie doors. Lastly, make sure to teach children to swim. Swim lessons for children and adults are also offered by the city of Peoria.

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Second round of bulk trash

The city of Peoria’s bulk trash program picks up large, bulky items that do not fit into residential trash containers, and round two of collections is underway.

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Take a hike, safely

Hiking is a popular and accessible activity in Arizona, but it can also be one of the most dangerous to do in the summer due to the heat. These tips can be helpful:

• Watch the weather and opt for hiking during the early mornings and evenings to avoid the high temperatures of the day.

• Dress appropriately with a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and proper shoes and clothing.

• Bring ample amounts of water and hydrate before, during and after hiking.

• Carry a mobile phone and communicate to others where you are hiking.

• Do not push the limits, especially if you have asthma, heart problems, di-

abetes, or knee or back problems.

• Do not trailblaze; getting lost is a real possibility. Enjoy the scenic Sonoran Desert by staying on all designated trails.

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Peoria’s website overhauled

The city of Peoria’s website has a new look, as of June 29. After undergoing a rebrand, the website updated the graphics, imagery and basic functionality of the site. Besides a revamped color palette that was designed with accessibility and readability in mind, the website also has new homepage features like “Programs and Initiatives” and a “Popular Searches” function for website users to easily access frequently visited webpages. The website also now has a mobile-friendly interface for smartphone and tablet users.

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for Peoria mayor opposite Bridget Binsbacher, said the expansion falls in line with his platform of local job creation.

“Over the last four years, we’ve really focused on what our expansion is going to be, not just as our own personal business but how we’re actually going to help other entrepreneurs in the in the West Valley,” he said.

Half of TYR Tactical’s third center will be utilized for its own use, while the other half will be used as an entrepreneurial space for small businesses to hit the ground running in starting their businesses.

While Beck said he and his company will leave a bit of wiggle room for its completion due to the at-times unpredictable market, he said TYR 3 should be finished building in 10 months.

“It will be focused on TYR (Tactical), and it will be focused on other businesses and helping other businesses be incubated in the West Valley,” Beck said. “To me, that is exactly how we’re supposed to give back, and give back to other investors to give them confidence.”

The focus on getting small-business entrepreneurs off the ground while giving them the guidance needed culminates in a project called “Colosseum.” Beck said the project is “about entrepre-

neurs getting into the arena.”

Despite the recession-type period the country is currently facing, Beck said starting a business during these times is the “most opportune” time to do it.

“Entrepreneurs have this opportunity during this period of time, where a lot of people will look at times of recession (and decide) to not start businesses,” he said. “I think it’s the most opportune time to actually do that. It’s the time to

actually pour into your economy and try to invest in your community. And I think that’s what why this is so important.”

The build will be spearheaded by Derek Builders. Originally established in Louisville, Kentucky, in 1987, Derek Builders is a full-service general contractor specializing in commercial and industrial construction.

It expanded to Arizona in 2018 and has an A-plus Better Business Bureau rating. The company will have a $10.5 million budget to work with for TYR 3’s build.

“It’s been a great experience so far,” said Beck, in regards to working with Derek Builders. “I mean, obviously, we just broke dirt, so we’ll see the experience of it. The process that they’ve gone through, the diligence that they’ve gone through, has been really awesome. We really expect to have great things come from them.”

these massive buildings built, where we’re not focusing on smaller businesses, which is great. I’m glad that the bigger businesses are coming,” Beck said. “It’s amazing, but the baseline entrepreneur doesn’t have a place to actually create a business or actually start a business.”

The community-driven initiative doesn’t stop at TYR 3, however. Beck said a second building, TYR 4, will eventually be built on the same property. It will sit adjacent to TYR 3.

That fourth location for TYR Tactical will be used exclusively for business offices and flex spaces for small-business entrepreneurs to get their businesses started.

In all, between TYR 3 and the eventual TYR 4, TYR Tactical will have two buildings — totaling at about 184,000 square feet — aimed toward assisting future small-business owners.

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For Beck, it’s really all about pouring back into the Peoria community.

“What I’ve seen is we keep having

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Transportation Authority Board, the city was recently able to arrange to have the cost for this bus service paid for with regional funds. The projected cost for this route for fiscal year 2023 for service in Peoria is $992,000.

“Our intent is to is to really focus on the vibrancy of South Peoria, and really try to increase jobs,” he said. “We need job creation to drive revenue.” PT

dents to the rest of the Valley,” Edwards said. “Now that we’ve been able to secure different funding for the Route 83 regional bus service, we have freed up local dollars for future transit needs in Peoria.”

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“Transportation is a vital part of a thriving community, and the city of Peoria

For more information about Route 83 or other transit options in Peoria, visit peoriaaz.gov/transit. PT

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Jason Beck said TYR 3 was a “dream” he and his wife has been discussing for a while.

(Peter Garbow/TYR Tactical)

Derek Builders will be the general contractor for TYR Tactical’s third buiding, TYR 3. (Peter Garbow/TYR Tactical)

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Compassion needed in a post-Roe world

BY JUDY BLUHM Peoria Times Columnist

Roe vs. Wade. Three little words. Millions of opinions, celebrations, protests, anguish and jubilation. We have entered a new era, like it or not. Maybe our views on the ruling, pro or con, don’t matter as much as our actions, especially in the days ahead. Political lines have been drawn. Chaos will ensue. The lawsuits are coming, but so are the babies. And more than ever, we will need to find ways to support women and children. A society’s greatness is judged by the way it wraps its arms around and lifts the poor, weak, injured and vulnerable.

The Roe vs. Wade decision will mean that there will be women and

girls having babies they don’t want. There will be problems to solve. It can cost thousands to have a baby. Some states did not expand Medicare to the working poor, so there will be questions as to who will be responsible to foot the bill. If a minor has a baby, is she able to place the infant up for adoption without parental consent? Although the incidence of rape and incest resulting in pregnancy is statistically low, how will these girls and women be supported? Counseling, child care and financial assistance are only the beginning. Our country has a costly legal system when it comes to adoption. According to the organization American Adoptions, the average cost to adopt a baby is $70,000. Of the 400,000 children currently in the foster care system, 115,000 are waiting to be adopted, since they can never be returned to their families.

While these seem like daunting numbers and enormous challenges, we are America. We can do this. We have money and resources. We need to allocate more funds in a direction that helps every woman who feels alone and desperate starting on a journey that she never wanted. We have two generations who lived with the freedom of choice. Now we embark on a different path. Before the legalization of abortion, teenage girls often went to the “girls’ homes” and had their babies quietly, signing off all rights after their baby was born, and then going back to school and their life. Many girls were not allowed to attend high school while pregnant, and there was no home-schooling. Major stigma was attached to having a baby out of wedlock. It was socially disastrous. Times have changed.

I know a little about adoption. My

biological mother was 15 years old and gave birth to me in one of those “girls’ homes.” At 7 days old a nurse drove me 200 miles to my adoptive parents. My records were sealed. I am glad I had the chance at life. But I also know that it is not easy for a girl to have a baby. Not then. Not now. States must be willing to help women raise or place a child in adoptive care. This is the mission ahead of us. It’s our moon landing. A defining moment for our society, while Americans remain passionately divided. In a post-Roe world, we’ll need real solutions, not rhetoric. Agreement is not required; compassion is. PT

Judy Bluhm is a writer and a local Realtor. Have a story or a comment? Email Judy at judy@judybluhm.com.

Maybe we should each think of ourselves as a choice

BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Peoria Times Columnist

She was a 12th grader on the afternoon she got the news she was pregnant, in the humid summer days of 1964. The girl was 17, with a beehive hairdo piled to the sky and dreams of going to nursing school. She told her boyfriend the news after he got off work at the bicycle shop. The first of many conversations ensued.

Abortion was still six years from becoming legal in New York, where the girl and the 18-year-old boy lived. Roe

v. Wade was still nine years away from the United States Supreme Court. Still, there were ways. But they were illegal and dangerous and they cost an outrageous sum of money.

In the end, the girl and the boy talked themselves into a decision. They drove one mid-August morning to a small town named Elkton on the Maryland border. They brought with them two witnesses, themselves barely adults. The elopement complete, they returned to Queens, married.

I was born six months later.

My mother told me the story of her choice not to illustrate a political point, I believe, but to underscore that I was a choice, a defining one, a decision that

changed the course of her life and my father’s. She eventually became a nurse, but it wasn’t for another 25 years. My father worked three jobs to put himself through night school to earn a college degree.

That one choice led to a million sacrifices, disadvantages that could have been avoided with a single decision, to remove the tiny clump of cells that were only a few weeks along and — in my view — not yet human, a life in potential only.

I remember asking my mother, “Why not get an abortion?” Her response: “I just couldn’t. I thought about it so much. But I loved your father, and I wanted to have his baby. So that was it.”

My mother, as liberal as they come, didn’t live to see the Friday in June when the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

I know the news would have been a gut punch for her — a woman who herself had a choice and believed deeply that every woman should have the same freedom to choose. I can imagine her phone call and where the conversation would have taken us: to topics like personal freedom, the right of a woman and a man to decide their own destinies. We would have discussed sacrifice, because it was a theme my mother drilled into me until the day she died.

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We choose what we become, and every choice we make negates countless other choices. So choose thoughtfully and with love in your heart, because that is the way your parents chose to have you, son. They were fortunate to have such a choice, because not everyone does.

And now, after Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, that choice is gone for many women in many states.

My mother, who chose one path for herself, never once spoke ill of the 17-year-old girls who chose a ride that didn’t lead to a courthouse in Maryland.

“I could have had an abortion,” my mother told me. “That wasn’t my

choice. But I understand it, because my life was never the same.”

To say I’m glad my mother chose as she did will sound macabre, because without that choice there would be no column, no life, no me.

So, let me say this instead: Imagine if we each lived with consciousness that we are a choice, a set of sacrifices. Then we might not so easily trample the freedoms of others. And America might not be in the sad state in which we find it today. PT

David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com.

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Dr. Kevin Gasser changes lives one smile at a time

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Peoria Times Executive Editor

“Gratifying” is a word Dr. Kevin Gasser frequently uses when he describes his dental career.

He’s spent 27 years in Arizona prac ticing dentistry and has since become a leader in providing the patented “allon-four,” a full arch of teeth on just four implants.

“Dental implants give patients who never thought they’d be able to eat, speak and smile in comfort again with a brand-new set of beautiful, nonre movable and functional implanted teeth,” he said.

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cated technology, it would commonly take patients up to 18 months to get new teeth. This was because multiple dental implant procedures, complex bone grafting and soft tissue management techniques were required for a patient to get a full set of new teeth.

price.”

Just as important is listening to patients.

“In my practice, there are no handoffs to other doctors or other facilities,” he said.

“I personally take care of all our patients from initial diagnosis to endof-treatment follow-up care. At Gasser Dental, we focus on an accelerated treatment plan that is time efficient yet respects science and nature.”

While he’s proud of his sophisticated technology, Gasser stresses the importance of preventative care. But he and his staff do not judge patients for their dental conditions.

“We cater to those who are afraid of dental treatment,” he added. “The time, costs and technology have never been better for smile restorations. When investigating dental implants,

remember that experience, quality and protocol matters.

“Because we are passionate about what we do at Gasser Dental, we are currently offering each new patient a free, no-obligation exam and free iCat scan to all who want to investigate new smile options.”

Impressive resumé

A graduate of West Virginia University with a doctor in dental surgery, Gasser has spent the ensuing decades of private practice keeping up on technology and practices.

“I have dedicated myself to advanced education and have completed 1,500-plus hours of additional education and have graduated from a variety of schools and clinics.”

• T he Malo Clinic in Lisbon, Portugal, under the tutelage of Dr. Paulo

Malo, the man who developed the “all-on-four” dental implant technology.

• T he Misch International Implant Institute, which was founded by Dr. Carl Misch, an innovator in dental implantology.

• T he Las Vegas Dental Implant Institute.

• T he USC IV Sedation Certification Program.

• The USC Advanced Bone Graft Program.

• I nternational Congress of Oral Implantology.

• T he Dale Carnegie Training Center. The training allows Gasser to customize treatments for his patients. One consistent aspect is the use of quality materials.

He uses premium implants by Noble Biocare; top-quality restoration mate-

rials that deliver the best combination of cosmetics, strength, biocompatibility and longevity; and evidence-based IV sedation and post-operative pain management protocols proven effective and safe for more than 25 years.

“Dental implants are a means to an end,” he said. “A beautiful, functional, comfortable smile can radically improve your medical health, function and confidence. Gasser Dental has witnessed this life transformation for thousands of patients over the last 26 years.” PT

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Dave McKay is back, sharing his wisdom

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Peoria Times Executive Editor

Arizona Diamondbacks first base coach, Dave McKay, is known for his meticulous strategies and analyses.

His efforts are appreciated, and they were missed during the 2021 season after he fell, broke a rib and lacerated his spleen in a fall. The 72-year-old beloved McKay was surprised by the response to his injury.

“I don’t know why,” the subdued, polite McKay said about the buoyant reaction to his return. “I’m just out there doing what I love to do. It was nice to know that they (fans) remember who I was last year.”

Back in the swing of things, McKay remains passionate about the game that captured his attention as a teenager in Vancouver.

“I always loved the game,” he said. “I’ve always loved the game as a player, and I think I love it even more as a coach. I like helping players with the little things — the struggles and the ways I found to get through them.

“The exciting part is knowing I can help this guy with this. I can speed things up, just making the player better. It’s like any job. I’m a nitpicky guy, whether it’s a perfectionist or whatever. I keep them on a straight line doing all the things the right way so they will be better players.”

McKay does so with the utmost respect. When players arrive on first base, he shares his wisdom, often with his hand on the athlete’s side.

Catcher Carson Kelly can attest to that.

“Mac has been great,” Kelly said. “He notices the little details about baserunning in the game. I’m not the quickest guy out there, but I’ve found ways to

McKay fell against a metal railing in the dugout, breaking a rib and lacerating his spleen during the March 8, 2021, Spring Training game against the San Francisco Giants.

“The one thing I learned last year is you could text and get on the phone and talk to people,” he said with a sly grin.

Late bloomer

McKay didn’t play high school baseball, growing up in the Vancouver area. He focused more on soccer and basketball; baseball wasn’t a priority.

“When I graduated, I played in a tournament in Oregon, some college coach saw me and offered me a basketball and baseball scholarship,” he said.

“At Creighton University, all of a sudden, I started to enjoy playing the game that I was now learning how to play. It’s crazy to think that now I’m here, 52 years later, and I’m still wearing baseball uniforms. I’m not the smartest guy in the world, but I just love the game of baseball.”

He loves how he can help his players improve, thanks to Tony LaRussa, whom he calls a fellow nitpicker.

be more efficient on the base path to get from base to base much quicker.

“Those little details can mean being safe at home or being out by one step. He’s very good looking at the small details to help us get an advantage.”

Kelly doesn’t diminish McKay’s position.

“Baserunning is one of those things that get overwritten a little bit,” he said. “Most people are worried about hitting and defense and things like that. But baserunning is extremely important. He takes it seriously, and we do as a team. I feel like it helps us get that little advantage when we’re going around the bases.”

McKay is modest about compliments. Looking back on the 52-110 2021 season, he said he just looked forward to cleaning it up this year — in person.

“It’s not even close, though, to looking them in the eye and saying, ‘Are you hearing what I’m saying?’ Then, they get your point. I get to watch them all day, rather than just watching on television and getting shots of them here and there.”

He said he’s impressed with the success of new pitching coach Brent Strom, a longtime Tucson resident.

“I think the pitching coaches have the toughest job in the world,” he said. “And Torey (Lovullo, manager) is so solid. I have never, ever seen him panicking.

“He just shows a lot of trust in his players. The players comment all the time that they know he has their backs. I know he has our backs, too, as coaches. He’s a believer. He has a good way of communicating with players. He turns on that switch and you’ll see the other side. When he does get upset, everybody listens like deer in headlights.”

“There are so many veteran coaches he could have had, instead of this mid30-year-old guy,” he recalled about his hiring by La Russa.

“But he saw somebody who was willing to do the things he said and work at it. He helped me a lot. I spent 26 years with him, and I learned a ton from him.”

Third baseman Josh Rojas said McKay has helped him improve his game.

“He comes to us every day with tips and tricks on what the pitchers do that they don’t even know they do,” said Rojas, a West Valley native.

“I just, 5 minutes ago, had a meeting with him on the pitcher for tonight, what to look for, things we might see and what will give us an edge on getting extra bases.”

To McKay, keeping an eye on his runners as well as the defense is a game.

“Last night we tried to steal a base and tried to get a jump on it,” he said about a Miami Marlins game. “Don Mattingly was a little smarter than I was. We were thrown out. It’s like a chess game with the other manager. That’s all it takes.” PT

Dave McKay guides Cooper Hummel during his time on base. (Arizona Diamondbacks/Submitted)

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Peoria Chamber fosters a culture of collaboration

BY RHONDA CARLSON Peoria Chamber of Commerce

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much,” Helen Keller once said.

I have always been fascinated by the story of Keller — a young woman both deaf and blind who learned how to communicate (and do so much more). With help from a network of individuals, most prominently her teacher, Anne Sullivan, she overcame

adversity and is regarded as one of the most inspirational figures in American history. Seemingly every elementary school student learns of her story and is taught the underlying values it conveys.

Resiliency. Opportunity. Teamwork.

I am most drawn to the relationship Keller and Sullivan had and how their shared goal became a reality. Without Keller, Sullivan would have perhaps never found her purpose and Keller

may have never found her voice. They accomplished what many thought to be impossible. Together. It is the principle of collaboration that guides my work, and an important reason a chamber of commerce exists. Without it, there are missed opportunities for success and so much untapped potential in us all. Supporting the needs of the business community is paramount to the initiatives a chamber should undertake, but there is so much more a chamber can and should be.

Since starting as president and chief executive officer of the Peoria Chamber of Commerce, I have been energized by the commitment from so many to identify ways to not just work together but work better together in creating a more vibrant community where we can all thrive.

We all get immersed in the work and forget to pause, remember our why, and identify who out there can help us get closer to reaching that purpose. I look forward to hearing your why and ensuring the chamber serves as a valu-

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• Electrical services: Electrical services are offered with an experienced electrician to service your property. Electrical services include lighting installation and repair, landscape

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• Solar services: There’s no denying

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4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 27 Rio Vista Recreation Center 8866 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria

After-Hours Shenanigans

5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 28

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Pleasant Harbor Marina is the summer spot

BY SCIANNA GARCIA Peoria Times Staff Writer

From renting jet skis and boats to relaxing on “The Phoenix” cruise boat, or even conquering the Valley’s only floating water slide, the Pleasant Harbor Marina at Lake Pleasant serves as a one-stop recreation spot for lakeside fun.

Operating 24 hours daily, the marina is the closest entrance to Lake Pleasant and also serves as a RV park, featuring Dillon’s restaurant, known for its Kansas City barbecue.

Located on the southeastern shores of Lake Pleasant and about 45 minutes from Central Phoenix, the marina offers activities for those of all ages looking to have some waterside fun.

Pleasant Harbor boat rentals

With a fleet of about 22 boats, Boat Rentals of America supplies Lake Pleasant with watercraft for the jet skiers and other casual cruisers available for daily rent fees.

The most popular rentals, the pontoon boats, are spacious and innovative, with an onboard entertainment center, dual-facing lounger, perfect for families and friends to spend an entire or half day. These boats can hold anywhere between eight to 12 passengers and are equipped with tubes, life jackets and other necessities. Rates start at $150 for an hour and $590 for an entire day.

For the excitement seekers, Jet Skis are available for a daily rental fee and are a great way to discover the beauty of Lake Pleasant. The WaveRunners can hold up to two passengers, one of whom must be 21 years old and know how to swim to drive. The minimum age to ride the Jet Ski is 12 years old. Rates start at $135 an hour.

Options for fishing are aplenty, one of which is the 200 HP Sea Fox fishing

boat, a sleek vessel with a high-performance engine. Ideal for fishing and cruising around the lake, it’s equipped with a bait tank and cushioned seating. These boats seat up to eight people, and rates start at $150.

For those who find themselves renting boats frequently, membership in the boat club may be the way to go. There are three membership tiers, and members pay an initiation fee and monthly dues to gain access to specialty boats in the fleet, such as the new MasterCraft NXT 22 and 24.

It’s recommended to book rentals in advance, especially on weekends and holidays. Boat rentals can be booked at boats4rent.com.

‘The Phoenix’ cruise boat

The 150-person boat “The Phoenix” cruises Pleasant Harbor, offering dinner opportunities.

Private charter cruises are perfect for weddings, corporate events and birth-

day parties.

With a full-service bar, two spacious restrooms and an innovative sound system, the boat makes for a good time. The lower deck is enclosed with A/C or heat available, and the upper deck is open air, but shaded with a canopy. Charters are generally available between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m., seven days a week.

When the sun sets, DJ Jonny entertains onboard the boat, on which bartenders serve the likes of huckleberry margaritas or rum fruit punch. Beer, wine, cocktails, nonalcoholic beverages and snacks are available for purchase at the full-service bar, which is cash only. Valid ID is required upon check-in, as this cruise is for ages 21 and older.

The sunset cruise serves dinner, and on Sundays the brunch cruise features a buffet-style breakfast provided by Dillon’s catering. The sunset cruise is for patrons ages 13 and older; all ages are welcome at the brunch cruise.

For lovers of all things nature, the captain narrates an afternoon cruise to teach guests about Lake Pleasant, the Agua Fria River, the Old Waddell Dam, the New Waddell Dam, area wildlife, and recreational areas at Lake Pleasant. Wild burros, mule deers, coyotes, blue herons, bald eagles and other wildlife may be present to see at the time of the cruise, depending on the time of year. To book, visit lakepleasantcruises.com.

Kayak and paddleboard rentals

Anyone can take part in the joys of kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, as it’s a fun physical activity that is low impact. It also increases upper-body strength.

Go Paddle AZ offers single kayaks, tandem kayaks and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) to the public that are the most stable in the industry.

To fish, a fully loaded canoe with a trolling motor is available with gear, ready for a full or half day of scavenging the lake for aquatic wildlife. Guests may yell “Fish on!” for largemouth bass off the points, white and black crappies, and striped and white bass.

Free 5-minute lessons are available for beginners, and most rentals are valid for an hour. Children must meet the 30-pound weight requirement or be able to fit into a life jacket but are able to ride along with adults on the paddleboards.

Dogs are also welcome, as long as they are 40 pounds or less, and must have life jackets.

Walk-ins are available all day, every day, but guests are welcome to make reservations on the website throughout the week as well. For reservations, visit gopaddleaz.com.

H2 Whoa!

Try the Valley’s only floating water-

Complete with boat rentals, cruises, a floating water slide and restaurant, the marina is also the closest entrance to Lake Pleasant. (Pleasant Harbor Marina/ Submitted)

slide. The package includes unlimited access to all three slides and a 22-foot platform jump. With three slide options from “easy does it” to “holy cow,” there is something for the entire family.

Prior to participating, guests must sign a waiver and check in to purchase a wristband. The minimum age requirement to participate is 7 years old.

Hourly passes start at $35, half-day passes $55, and it’s $70 for the full day. Be sure to check out the H2 Whoa! night flights option from Thursdays to Sundays. Some describe it as a “nightclub experience”; night flights feature black and fluorescent lights, music, and fog and bubble machines. The two-hour event starts at $30.

Tickets are available at h2-whoa.com.

Dillon’s Restaurant/marina store

After a day full of lake activities, enjoy a meal and drinks at Dillon’s Bayou. The lakeside restaurant is open for lunch and dinner during the week and breakfast, lunch and dinner on the weekends. The air-conditioned and heated eatery also boasts a bar and general store

against the water.

With a vast menu of sandwiches and burgers, a fan favorite is the barbecue platter, where customers can choose their meats, sides and barbecue style, the most popular of which is the mild, a classic Kansas City style with a tomato base, a sweet hint of cider vinegar, and a special blend of spices.

The marina store is a small convenience store outside of Dillon’s Bayou with just about everything one would need for a day out on the lake. From boat repair equipment to sunscreen and tanning lotions, refreshing beverages and ice creams, clothing and merchandise, the marina store has it all.

Nathan Carroll, associate of Dillon’s and the marina store, said working from the lake is fun, as he meets a variety of guests.

“Being on the lake, it’s kind of a unique thing,” Carroll said. “Having a floating restaurant feels like you’re on vacation all the time. Maybe a lot of people take it for granted, but I enjoy every bit of it. You have all kinds of people driving in from Peoria, Glendale,

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Surprise and Buckeye, so this is kind of a location where all different groups and types of people come to have fun.”

Dillon’s Bayou info can be found at dillonsrestaurant.com/dillons-bayou.

60 partial hookups and unlimited dry camping sites. The RV resort features a clubhouse, pool and Jacuzzi, pickle and bocce ball, a basketball court, laundry facilities, tiled showers and a convenience store.

Summer weekends fill up fast, so pa

the Marina. (Pleasant Harbor Marina/Submitted)

The Peoria Times publishes on Thursday. The weekly calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue.

Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the Times’ coverage area, which is Peoria.

Weekly calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement.

Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Thursday to be considered for the following Thursday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, christina@timeslocalmedia.com.

Live Music at Winery 101

Peoria

THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS

Winery 101 Peoria pairs vino with live music this month. Anyone is welcome to join, and reservations are not required. From 5 to 7 p.m., wine by the glass is $1 off, and bottles are 10% off during the live music performances. Tastings will not be available during the live music.

Winery 101 Peoria, 9299 W. Olive Avenue, Suite 101, Peoria, 5 p.m., free, winery101. com

Friday Flicks

JULY 8

Located in its Willow Room Theater, the Peoria Main Library is hosting a free movie event mainly aimed for adults. Children and teens are welcome, but those under 13 cannot attend without an adult. It is advised to take note of the rating of the movie prior to attending. Attendees at R-rated movies must be at least 17 years old. Movie genres and ratings will vary. The showing set for Friday, July 8, will be the fantasy/romance

film “The Shape of Water.”

Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street, Peoria, free, noon, peoriaaz.gov

Momma’s Organic Market

JULY 9

Featuring food trucks, local artisans and fresh produce, this weekly farmers market gives locals the chance to shop local and shop fresh. Taking place near Dillard’s, new vendors grace this event weekly. Admission is free, and furry friends are allowed if they’re on a leash. Cash and cards are accepted as methods of payment, and the market runs from 8 to 11 a.m.

Arrowhead Towne Center, 7780 W. Arrowhead Towne Center, Peoria, 8 a.m., free, arrowheadtownecenter.com

Honey Tasting

JULY 9

Honey Hive Farms hosts tastings at its farm every Saturday. At the event, attendees are invited to taste and purchase honey that is produced in Arizona. Employees are happy to answer any questions regarding their bees and honey-making process.

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Honey Hive Farms, 14611 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. free, honeyhivefarms.com

Monday Night Melodies

JULY 11

This free two-part concert features a variety of music genres ranging from ethnic to bluegrass in the Peoria Main Library’s Willow Room. The Monday, July 11, concert will feature Diamond Duo, as they perform variety and easy listening music. Afterward, Charis will then come on for old favorites with Jim Lockwood and Terri Sue Ross. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street, Peoria, free, 6 p.m., peoriaaz.gov

Read It & Eat It Cookbook

JULY 13

This monthly cookbook club takes cookbooks from a particular chef or cooking theme and tries duplicating them at home. Cookbooks are available at the upstairs reference desk for club members to check out a month before the meeting day. After having chosen the dish that you will share with the rest of the group, be sure to contact Tonya Stuempfl at 623-773-7556 or tonyas@peoriaaz.com to ensure there won’t be any duplicates. At the meeting, the group discusses what they liked or disliked about the cookbooks whilst eating. This month’s theme is “Say Cheese,” where participants may bring in any cheese dish from any cookbook.

Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street, Peoria, free, 6 to 7 p.m., peoriaaz. gov

Sew Smart Sewing Club

JULY 13

Join the sewing club on Wednesdays for fun, laughter and sewing. Participants are invited to use the library’s machines or bring their own. Experienced sewers that are 18 years old and older are invited.

Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street, Peoria, free, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., peoriaaz.gov

“The

SpongeBob Musical”

THROUGH JULY 17

The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. “The SpongeBob Musical” is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a book by Kyle Jarrow. It also includes original songs by well-known artists such as Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, and Sara Bareilles. Among the ticket options, dinner and performance tickets are available for purchase for the play.

Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria, see website for ticket pricing, start times vary, azbroadway.org

Ask a Master Gardener

JULY 16

Have questions about your garden? Volunteers from the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension in Maricopa County will be available to answer questions for the public regarding plant selection, irrigation, fertilization, pruning techniques, pest management and problem diagnosis, among other topics. Those who are interested may bring insect specimens for advice and identification. Hosted at the Sunrise Mountain Library, the event begins at 11:30 a.m. and ends at 1:30 p.m. Sunrise Mountain Library, 22109 N. 98th Avenue, Peoria, 11:30 a.m., free, peoriaaz. gov

Tuesday Night Acoustic Jam Sessions

JULY 19

The Peoria Main Library is hosting a biweekly free acoustic jam session. Anyone interested in the opportunity to make music with other fellow musicians has an hour to do so. All skills levels are welcome. Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street, Peoria, free, 6 p.m., peoriaaz.gov PT

Who is the person in your neighborhood?

CHURCH-COMMUNITY CONNECTION

Pastor Ed Delph Peoria Times Columnist

From time to time, most of us feel left out.

We feel like misfits. Others seem so confident, so sure of themselves, “insiders” who know the ropes, old hands in a club from which we are excluded. So, what do the “outsiders” do? They form exclusive clubs, too.

The clubs range from informal to formal, generally based upon a theme. The members think, “Here is at least one place where I can belong, and those other people are out.” Identity or worth is achieved by excluding all but “us.” The price that we pay for these exclusive clubs is a reduction of reality, a shrinkage of life. Why? Our thing becomes everything, at least to us.

In his introduction of the Gospel of Luke, author Eugene Peterson talks about this tendency in politics, cultures, nationalities, social clubs, eco-

nomics and religion. “But religion has a long history of doing just that, of reducing the huge mysteries of God to the respectability of club rules, of shrinking the vast human community to a membership.”

Luke is the Gospel written for “outsiders.” Luke was a vigorous champion of the “outsider.” Why? He was an outsider himself, the only Gentile in an all-Jewish cast of the writers in the New Testament. He shows how Jesus included what the religious establishment would consider outsiders of the day: women, common laborers, the racially different Samaritans, the poor and even the rich.

Dr. Peterson writes, “As Luke tells the story, all of us who have found ourselves on the outside looking in on life with no hope of gaining entrance (and who of us hasn’t felt it?) now find the doors wide open, found and welcomed by God in Jesus.”

No parable in the Bible is more clarion about this idea than the parable of the Good Samaritan. Jesus wanted his audience to connect emotionally to the parable’s characters. Jesus wanted

his audience to think, “Who am I in this story?”

The Good Samaritan parable starts with a dialogue about eternal life with Jesus and a young religious scholar. Jesus quotes the Old Testament. “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength and love your neighbor as yourself.”

The young scholar asked, “And who is my neighbor?” Jesus responded with a parable.

A man was walking on the dangerous road from Jerusalem to Jericho. Robbers beat him and robbed him. As he lay by the side of the road, stripped naked and dying, a Jewish priest came on the road, saw the man, walked around him, and continued his journey. Then another religious hotshot, a Levite, also came along and ignored the man.

Then a Samaritan man came along, saw the robbed man, and felt compassion for him. So the Samaritan gave him first aid, bandaging and disinfecting his wounds. Next, he lifted the victim on his donkey, led him to an inn, and paid for his entire stay at the

inn until he recovered.

Jesus asked the young religious scholar, “Which of these three men was the victim’s neighbor?” “The Samaritan,” replied the scholar. Jesus said, “Go and do the same.” The audience didn’t expect that curve ball. The young scholar and the stunned audience received an “aha” that day. Remember, Samaritans were the bad guys to the Jewish people. They were the worst of the worst. Yet this Samaritan did what the religious establishment was created to do: love their neighbor as themselves.

What the Samaritan did was equivalent to a Ku Klux Klan member rescuing, bandaging and paying for an African American’s recovery or vice versa. What the Samaritan did was equal to a radical Muslim rescuing an Israeli citizen or vice versa. Notice I said vice versa. Altruism works both ways. Our opinions are formed by the Bible, not our current, unstable, fickle culture or affinity group. We are like an eye, a little white and a little black

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so we can see.

Selfishness costs nothing, but compassion is costly. The Samaritan paid the whole bill. The Samaritan gave his time, energy, finances and emotions. You see, anyone can be like a religious scholar. We can have the correct answers and then not do a thing about it. Someone once wrote, “To love the whole world is no chore; my only problem is my neighbor next door.”

Who are you and I in this parable? I hope the good Samaritan. And please don’t try to signal virtue when meeting a need for someone. I get tired of all the “cool” people on social media taking a selfie of themselves as they give $20 to a poor person on the street corner. That’s not altruism. That’s self-aggrandizement. The Good Samaritan didn’t want any credit for his act of kindness. Generosity doesn’t either. Like that old song says, “Take a look at yourself, and you will look at others differently.”

The more significant point of this story is this. Humanity is the robbed man by the side of the road. Naked,

stripped and half-dead, we all need a Good Samaritan to save us. In many cases, religion steps around us. But, unfortunately, in many cases, so does politics, business, media and education.

Who is the Good Samaritan in this story? Jesus said, “I will pay humanity’s bill in full,” and He did. That’s mighty neighborly. Maybe there is a person in our neighborhood saying, “Won’t you be my neighbor?” PT

Ed Delph is a noted author of 10 books, as well as a pastor, teacher, former business owner and speaker. He has traveled extensively, having been to more than 100 countries. He is president of NationStrategy, a nonprofit organization involved in uplifting and transforming communities worldwide. He may be contacted at nationstrategy@cs.com. For more info, see nationstrategy.com.

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Getting That Promotion

Securing a new job doesn’t have to mean leaving the company

Most people start looking for work when their current job becomes unsatisfying, when they’d like to make more money, or when they feel like their professional development has stalled. A promotion with your current employer could address all of those issues.

PROS OF PROMOTION

Promotions can mean a bigger paycheck, new challenges and more influence in the workplace,

and you won’t have to pack up your things for a new office. Negotiations for a different job with your current employer are eased because they’re familiar with your work habits and abilities. That could lead to the kind of perks a new hire might not get.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS

Taking another job within the company provides all of the benefits that come with changing jobs and none of the drawbacks of starting over again in an unfamiliar setting. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to climb the ladder within a company. Some 40 percent of American workers reported dissatisfaction with their chances for advancement according to a recent CNBC survey. Respondents were nevertheless confident that if they got the chance, their

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confirmed work ethic as a veteran employee would play a big role in securing the promotion. Familiarity is your biggest strength in this process – as long as your performance has been up to par.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Prime candidates for internal promotion have met their goals, whether that’s sales quotas or staying on budget. Knowing an employee before they apply can be a double-edged sword, however, if you haven’t been meeting your employer’s expectations. You’ll further improve your chances by taking on more responsibility, which might include mentoring newer employees or chipping in on projects that are outside of

your core responsibilities. A solid work ethic, consistent results and a willingness to further the company’s wider goals can smooth the way for a move up.

HOW TO ASK

You’ll need to carefully balance a sense of confidence with some element of modesty. Demanding a promotion isn’t going to open that door. Instead, be prepared to present your case. Ask informed questions about what they’re looking for – then tailor your answers to address those requirements. Just because you’re currently employed at the company doesn’t mean that you’ll be ushered into the next role without having to show you’ve earned it.

PUBLIC NOTICE POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST HOME PROGRAM

On Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 9:00 AM, the City will be hosting a public meeting on behalf of Habitat for Humanity at the Rio Vista Recreation Center, located at 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd., Peoria 85381. The public meeting is being held to provide transparency regarding a possible conflict of interest for the HOME Investment Partnership Program administered in the City of Peoria by Habitat for Humanity related to HOME program funding for federal fiscal year 2018-2019. Comments will be accepted at the meeting or by email no later than Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 5:00 PM.

The meeting will also be held virtually. The link to attend virtually will be available on the City’s website at: www.peoriaaz.gov/notforprofitgrants.

Comments and additional information may be submitted/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)773-7250.

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