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Payne wants high-tech 911 system

BY TOM SCANLON

State Rep. Kevin Payne (R-21) spoke last week at a Peoria Chamber of Commerce event. While he discussed transportation and business issues, the Centennial High setting underscored Payne’s near-obsession with using technology to increase school safety. “It’s my No. 1 priority,” Payne said, after the chamber event.

Payne, who lives in Peoria, is an Arizona House of Representatives Public Safety Committee chairman.

While Payne’s district covers Peoria, El Peoria, Sun City and Surprise, he said his

chair position has him concerned about policing around the state.

Payne wants to connect emergency responders with live school cameras around the state.

Imagine if there was an “active shooter” call at a school, and the 911 dispatcher on the line could, at a flip of a switch, show responding police officers real-time footage from inside classrooms.

This technology can show firefighters live video of fires blazing in malls or commercial buildings, prior to arriving on scene.

These are the things Payne said could be possible if he can push a bill through state

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The Peoria Police Department will reach out to homeless residents on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

“Officers will be out contacting our homeless residents and offering to bring them to our Homeless Outreach Event where they will be provided with resource information and necessary hygiene items,” said Brandon Sheffert, a police spokesman.

The event will be at the Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W. Thunderbird Road.

Sheffert said the goal of the collaborative event with community agencies is “to ensure the safety SEE HOMELESS PAGE 12

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Payne wants a live-streaming video system available to dispatchers and police departments throughout the state.

“Once the software is in place, dispatchers will look at video, they’ll put up split screens with live video and start assigning officers to certain teams. Only officers being asked to respond would get this data,” Payne said last Wednesday.

His primary focus for a rollout would be to link school cameras by a software system to dispatchers.

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PUSD election deadline approaching

BY TOM SCANLON

Peoria Times Associate Editor

The deadline is approaching for the Nov. 5 election.

The Peoria Unified School District seeks voter approval for a $33.7 million budget override.

The district’s 42 schools in Peoria and Glendale serve 37,000 students.

According to the district’s website peoriaunified.org, “the associated tax rate would amount to approximately $1.74 per $100 of assessed property valuation.

“District voters first approved a ten percent override in 1996, and renewed it again in 2001, 2006 and 2012. In 2015, voters approved a 13% override.

Signs around Peoria urge support for the Peoria Unified School District budget override. (Peoria Times photo by Tom Scanlon)

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The authorization lasts for seven years and phases out over the last two years if not renewed or replaced with another voter-approved initiative.”

Watson explained budget overrides “occur when voters in a school district adopt a budget in excess of their revenue control limit.”

According to the measure’s informational packet, “The proposed 15% override authorization would continue the district’s current 13% override authorization approved by the voters in the District on Nov. 3, 2015, and would increase the amount the override exceeds the District’s revenue control limit from 13% to 15%.”

“...The dollar amount for the first year for which the budget increase was adopted is $33,702,108,” the packet states.

It says the increase is for: • Student and staff safety.

• Attraction and retention of the best teachers and staff possible.

• Athletics and extra/co-curricular activities.

• Physical education.

• Nurses and health services.

• Art. • Band and chorus.

• Assistant principals.

• Reading and gifted programs.

• Maintain class size.

• All-day kindergarten.

Voting deadline approaching

BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF

The Maricopa County Elections Department urges voters to send in ballots as soon as possible for the Nov. 5 election. The elections department began mailing out ballots Oct. 9.

According to the department, over 1.8 million voters are living in one or more of the 29 districts holding an election.”Maricopa County strives to provide excellence in all elections, and jurisdictional elections are no exception,” Recorder Adrian Fontes said. “I encourage all voters to check their mailbox for their ballot and vote with confidence at their home, or visit one of the Ballot Replacement

Centers that will be opening around the county between now and Election Day.” Voters have the option of mailing their ballot back, depositing their ballot at a Ballot Drop Box, or visiting a Ballot Replacement Center. Voters who chose to return their ballot through the postal service are encouraged to complete and send their ballot as soon as possible to ensure the ballot reaches the Elections Department by Election Day. For a list of locations and hours of operation, visit Locations.Maricopa.Vote.

For more information on voter eligibility for the upcoming election, visit Maricopa.Vote or call 602-506-1511.

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Peoria reels in multiple grants

BY TOM SCANLON

Peoria Times Associate Editor

The city of Peoria recently received more than $300,000 in grants for bus stop improvements and police equipment.

The largest of the recent grants is $260,000. It comes from the Regional Public Transportation Authority (RPTA) “for funding bus stop accessibility improvements.”

According to information from the Oct. 15 Peoria City Council agenda “As one of the city’s efforts to provide accessible and aesthetically pleasing bus stops for Peoria residents, the city of Peoria Transit Division has been working to program and plan for construction funds for bus stop improvements along 67th Avenue.”

The city applied for and received grant funding from the Achieving Transportation Accessibility Now (ATAN) program. The ATAN program provides funds to improve accessibility at transit stops and is disbursed through an agreement with the RPTA.

Peoria seeks board volunteers

BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF According to its website, “The city of Peoria is seeking volunteers to fill vacancies on various boards and commissions.”

The Building Board of Appeals has two open positions, one for a registered architect or structural engineer doing business in the city of Peoria, the other for a licensed electrical, mechanical, fire protection or plumbing contractor.

The Industrial Development Authority, Veterans Memorial Board and Youth Advisory Board each have one opening.

“Board and commission members review policies, plans and projects and make recommendations to the Peoria City Council.”

For applications and a complete list and description of city boards and commissions, contact the Peoria City Clerk’s Office at 623-773-7340, stop by the office at 8401 W. Monroe Street or visit peoriaaz.gov/clerk.

This is the second ATAN grant received by the city. The first ATAN funds awarded were used to improve bus stops along Peoria Avenue in 2018.

Grants for the Peoria Police Department include a $25,719 Department of Justice, Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG).

“This JAG funding will be utilized to purchase armored shields to assist officers in safely resolving calls for service involving weapons,” according to council agenda information.

The JAG program requires that operations financed with these funds be supplemental to normally-funded police programs.

This is the 15th straight year JAG funding has come to Peoria.

The Arizona Department of Homeland Security (AZDOHS) is giving the Peoria Police Department a $52,874 grant.

“These funds will assist in further integrating Peoria as part of the statewide disaster response program,” according

to agenda information.

The funds will be used for “chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or explosive (CBRNE) weapon detection” and “sustaining and enhancing the Terrorism Liaison Officer (TLO) program.”

Funds will be used to purchase communication equipment for use in tactical operations and to provide training to tactical team members.

The TLO program functions as a field intelligence unit supporting police tactical, hazardous material, explosive special operations and uncommon events. Funds granted will be used to purchase equipment and training for the TLO response unit.

The funding breakdown shows $24,050 is to be used for “overnight travel/training,” with $19,000 for “inhouse training.”

The Peoria Police will use grant funding of $5,200 for electronics supplies and equipment, $1,449 for telecommunications services and $3,175 for “local training.”

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Kern pushes for audit regarding vouchers

BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

State lawmakers are going to spend at least $125,000 to determine why parents seeking to use state funds for private and parochial schools say they can’t get approved.

In a meeting Thursday, Oct. 10, the Joint Legislative Audit Committee directed Auditor General Lindsey Perry to take a closer look at the processes used by the Department of Education to approve vouchers. That follows complaints by parents of not just delays in getting the go-ahead but even problems getting telephone calls answered.

The audit approved last week is the latest in what has been an ongoing dispute between Hoffman and some GOP lawmakers about how she administers the department.

There have been charges by the pro-voucher American Federation for Children that Arizona State Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy

Hoffman is purposely trying to sabotage the program because she is not a supporter.

Rep. Anthony Kern, R-Glendale, said that leads to other problems.

“There has been an issue of withholding ESA (Empowerment Scholarship Accounts) funds from parents going past a due date,’’ he said. “Once that due date was passed, the parents could not use the ESA money for their schools.’’

Rep. John Allen, R-Scottsdale did not dispute that might be the case, but he questioned the need for an expensive audit that won’t provide results until April 10.

“There might be something worth gleaning from that that we could get in an hour,’’ he said, by asking Department of Education officials to testify in front of a legislative panel. More to the point, Allen said he could probably get virtually all the questions answered “for about $200.’’

“But to spend $125,000 and wait four months makes no sense to me,’’

he said. “If this is that urgent let’s get on it, let’s just do it.’’

Kern, however, said there are just too many issues to resolve with hearings.

“It’s not to cast blame on anybody,’’ he said of having the auditor general take a closer look.

“It’s just to improve the processes,’’ Kern continued. “And I think the money is well spent in getting the factual information (from) somebody I trust to go in there and dig it.’’

Anyway, Kern suggested that an audit is more likely to get all the facts than a hearing.

“I wouldn’t necessarily trust the people standing behind the podium to give me the actual information that I want,’’ he said, information that could lead to legislative changes in the program.

Allen countered that if someone from the Department of Education was providing misleading information it could be rebutted “in real time’’ by others who testify.

State Rep. Anthony Kern, R-Glendale, wants an audit to look at school vouchers. (Photo courtesy Capitol Media)

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Homeless seniors a growing concern

BY ANDREA ESTRADA Peoria Times Staff Writer

Social-service agencies in the Valley deem homelessness a crisis and they claim it’s getting worse.

Lisa Glow, CEO of Central Arizona Shelters Services (CASS), the longest-serving homeless emergency shelter provider in the state, said seniors are the fastest-growing population among homeless individuals.

In fact, Glow said one out of three people who seek shelter at CASS are older adults. But, when the shelter is full, they are often turned away.

While there is no easy fix, the CEO still believes more can be done for the rising elderly homeless population.

“It’s hard work to solve something this complicated. That’s why we have to talk about it,” Glow said. “We’re one of the wealthiest nations in the world. We can figure this out.”

In October, local aging network non-profit organizations gathered at the Beatitudes Campus, a retirement community in Phoenix, for a town hall meeting to address the growing concern.

Attendees heard from Glow, Wendy Johnson, executive director of Justa Center and Amy Schwabenlender, executive director of Human Services Campus. The speakers touched on causes, effects and

viable solutions to senior homelessness.

Glow said a stagnant income, rising costs in rent and medical crises, as well as the death or divorce of a spouse are some of the main contributors to senior homelessness. “What’s most alarming is the vast majority have never been homeless. Close to 70% coming into our shelter say they haven’t been homeless before,” she added.

And Johnson said homelessness has a negative impact on health and often leads to addiction. “They’re trying to cope with the fact that they don’t have the medica-

tion they need to deal with their mental or physical health, so they self-medicate.

Soon, they’re part of the addiction cycle,” she said.

Johnson, who believes respect, dignity and autonomy are lost after becoming homeless, said Justa Center not only provides support and services to homeless adults, 55 and older but helps them be-

come independent.

“We’re giving them back the power to manage their own lives. They can make decisions, not from a point of ‘What am I going to be given?’ But instead, ‘What can I go do?’”

Other local organizations also work to

empower senior citizens. Glendale Housing Authority, an agency that connects the public with housing programs, like Section 8, has specific programs geared toward older adults -- a population the agency has seen more lately, according to a spokesperson.

Glow believes more senior-centric programs and facilities are part of the solution, including building a senior shelter in Maricopa county, she said.

“We need to look at that as a solution so that the seniors are getting the kind of care and support that they need to meet all of their needs,” Glow said.

And Johnson says the community should take ownership of the problem.

“We can be responsible for affordable housing without turning to our government. Phoenix has to step away from its independent, everybody-boot-straps-themselves mentality and say, ‘We’re going to own the fact that we attract seniors here and they’re a big part of our economy.

How are we going to help them?

“We need to look at affordable housing.

We deserve a safe place to call home.”

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BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF The International Economic Development Council (IEDCE) recently awarded the city of Peoria a gold award.

The award was for the city’s Economic Development Agreement Monitoring System (EDAMS). According to a press release, “This system is a Microsoft Access database developed inhouse to provide a high-level summary of each agreement, detailed reporting of obligations as well as a record of history for each agreement.”

The system integrates with the city’s GIS maps and permitting software to notify staff of associated economic development agreements or easements

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Kern pushes for ability to remove assessor

BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

A three-term state lawmaker is crafting legislation to allow county supervisors to oust a sitting assessor or treasurer if that person is indicted.

The proposal by Rep. Anthony Kern, R-Glendale, would require a two-thirds vote of the board to fire either official.

That amounts to four supervisors in counties with five-member boards and two out of three in other counties.

But the measure could run into trouble with some of his colleagues as it would be a simple indictment -- and no requirement of a conviction -- to invoke the removal process.

“I believe in innocent until proven guilty,’’ said Sen. David Farnsworth, R-Mesa, who chairs the Senate Government Committee.

Kern’s measure comes as Maricopa County supervisors have been told by their attorneys that they have no right to dismiss county Assessor Paul Petersen despite his indictment on various state and federal laws dealing with his international adoption service and the fact that he has been unable to come to the office because he is sitting in a federal detention facility.

Absent a conviction on charges of willful or corrupt misconduct, about all they can do is suspend him for up to 120 days, an action they have vowed to take this coming week. But Kern said that’s insufficient, leaving an official on the public payroll.

“I think it’s kind of preposterous that (with) an elected official there’s no way to remove them,’’ he said.

Farnsworth, however, questioned the whole concept of removing someone who has been elected by the public based solely on an indictment which is nothing more than a formal charge or accusation, generally of a serious crime.

That’s also the concern of Rep. John Kavanagh, R-Fountain Hills, who chairs the House Government Committee, who pointed out the nature of grand jury proceedings that result in indictments.

“I’m a bit uneasy about throwing somebody out of an office, based upon a judicial proceeding in which the accused or his lawyer conceivably had no ability to defend themselves,’’ he said, noting that all the evidence at that stage comes from prosecutors.

And even Kern acknowledged that using indictment as a trigger for a vote of the supervisors may be a bit much.

“An indictment might be a little too lax as far as removal from office,’’ he told Capitol Media Services. “I might want to tighten that up and make it an actual conviction.’’

Kern said he’s also moving carefully given the nature of what he is proposing.

“I want to be very careful because the voters did elect these officials,’’ he said.

There are other questions to be answered. One is the question of the nature of the crime being charged.

In Petersen’s case, the state is charging fraud, saying he enrolled pregnant women he brought here from the Marshall Islands in the state’s Medicaid program. The federal charges relate to human trafficking.

But there are more minor offenses that are criminal, including drunk driving and driving at more than 20 miles over the posted speed limit.

Kern said though that, as far as he’s concerned, any indictment on any crime should be enough to allow for removal.

“If you’re an elected official ... you should be leading by example,’’ he said.

And Kern said the safeguard is that two-thirds vote: It leaves it up to the supervisors to decide whether the crime charged is sufficient to remove the assessor or treasurer.

Kavanagh said there may be a middle ground, something that allows removal of a county official but requiring something more than a simple indictment.

He said it could be tied to the existing law allowing the supervisors to suspend an assessor or treasurer for 120 days.

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That, said Kavanagh, would allow for some time for preliminary court hearings, providing more information about the crimes charged than the simple indictment. More to the point, he said it would give the accused official a chance to present more of his or her side of the case.

Only after that 120 days are up, Kavanagh said, could there be a vote on removal, even without a conviction.

Richard Elias who chairs the Pima County Board of Supervisors said he recognizes the current gap in state law about what happens when an elected county official is indicted.

“There needs to be some kind of remedy to this situation, especially when it involves crimes against children or violent crimes,’’ he said. “But we need to be very careful because, obviously, in this country, you’re innocent until proven guilty.’’

Still, Elias said, “there has to be some remedy for taxpayers so that the work gets done.’’

But Pima County Assessor Bill Sta-

ples questioned whether such a removal process is necessary.

At the very least, he said, a properly running office would be staffed with competent assistants who could carry on the daily work even with the elected official absent. And Staples said that, as far as he can tell, that applies to the people working under Petersen.

“So I think the office is in very good hands,’’ Staples said.

And even if there is reason to oust a sitting assessor, Staples questions what procedures would be appropriate.

“I’m not sure that the jury, so to speak, or the executioner should be the board of supervisors,’’ Staples said.

And Staples has had some disputes with the board, including having his agency’s budget cut, saying some of the decisions “I’ll call questionable.’’

Kern said he may expand the scope of the legislation to apply not just to removal of the assessor and treasurer but also to other elected county officials including the sheriff, county attorney and clerk of the court.

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The Foundation selected 41 Community Impact Grant recipients, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $3,000.

Grant recipients include organizations focused on the five pillars of the OneAZ Community Foundation: children’s health, food banks, financial literacy, local youth programs and veterans’ interests.

Glendale/Peoria Family YMCA received $1,500 to support outreach programs, which provide solutions to pressing needs in the community including childhood food insecurity, youth workforce development and a “Safety Around Water” program to reduce Arizona’s high childhood drowning rate.

The $3,000 grant awarded to Pendergast Elementary Community Foundation will support the “Speak Up. Stand Up. Save A Life.” Initiative – a forum for Maricopa County students, educators, law enforcement and mental

health specialists to gather and share resources on community-based mental health support throughout the county and help construct a positive campus culture in schools.

The Positive Network Alliance will use its $1,500 grant to purchase new toys for the Sweetwater Elementary School Christmas program. The school’s entire student-body population is from low-income families, and 40% of its students are identified as special needs students with disabilities.

The Positive Network Alliance is dedicated to encouraging and empowering these youth to break the cycle of poverty while providing a safe place where they are appreciated, accepted and acknowledged.

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her agency 4 percent of the total being spent to administer the program. That includes not just processing applications but also auditing parents to ensure that they are spending the money as legally allowed.

Rather than providing the $3.6 million she wants, however, lawmakers put just $1.3 million into the budget.

Rep. Kelly Townsend, R-Mesa, in a complaint to the committee, did not dispute that Hoffman got far less than she sought . And Townsend said the evidence is that, at the moment, there are “clearly not enough employees to go through all of the various applications.’’

Hoffman, for her part, has requested additional dollars for the upcoming fiscal year.

Townsend, however, said it would be improper to provide Hoffman’s agency with more cash without first auditing how the existing funds are being spent.

And Townsend said she sees something else at play. She said Department of Education employees assigned to the program seem to be spending more time performing “forensic audits’’ of parents to see how they are spending their cash rather than processing new applications “which made the problem worse.’’

Sen. Rick Gray, R-Sun City, however, said an audit is appropriate.

“If it clearly shows that this is obvious, that we need to have more money there, then it behooves us as legislators to make that happen,’’ he said.

While Hoffman is a Democrat, the issue of adequate funding is not entirely partisan. Even Diane Douglas, her Republic predecessor, complained that the GOP-controlled Legislature was not providing sufficient dollars to administer the program.

The idea of spending that much money -- and putting off other scheduled audits -- drew criticism from Allen. He argued that lawmakers could get some answers themselves just by asking the right questions.

More to the point, Allen said whatever problems there are could be ascertained a lot quicker and at a lower cost.

But Gray said he believes a formal audit would be far less political, what with Hoffman being a Democrat and the Legislature controlled by Republicans.

Hoffman, who took over the Department of Education in January, has never denied there is a backlog.

She has pointed out, however, that the law creating the vouchers -- formally known as Empowerment Scholarship Accounts -- is supposed to give

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Peoria’s Jan Leighton named REALTORS president-elect The Tyler Strout Vision Award recognizes a real estate practitioner who elevates the profile of REALTORS in the community and embodies the association’s vision of the best prepared real estate practitioner with the highest standards. This award was given to Lisa Paffrath, broker and owner of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Grand View North in Flagstaff.

“We are pleased to recognize those who have made an incredible impact throughout our community and our

BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF The Arizona Association of REALTORS recently announced Peoria resident Jan Leighton as the association’s 2020 president-elect at its Leadership Conference The Arizona REALTORS recently held its annual Leadership Conference to appoint 2020 state and regional association officers and recognize members for outstanding leadership, community contributions and professional achievements.

Starting Dec. 1, Mary Roberts will begin her term as the Arizona REALTORS 2020 President. She will serve with Leighton, Vice President Gary Nelson and Treasurer Eric Gibbs.

Leighton’s position as president-elect makes her next in line for president, which she will serve beginning in 2021, after Roberts’ term.

“We’re extremely proud to have Mary leading our executive team in 2020,” said Arizona REALTORS CEO Michelle Lind. “Her passion is contagious.

She inspires others to get involved, to advocate for their communities and the

Jan Leighton of Peoria will serve as Arizona REALTORS president in 2021. (Photo courtesy Arizona REALTORS)

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Arizona REALTORS presented the 2019 Distinguished Service Award to Paula Serven of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. This award recognizes a member who has tirelessly provided meaningful service to the association while having a positive impact on association members.

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Peoria City Council honors American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62

BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF The American Legion Auxiliary is celebrating its 100th anniversary.

Peoria City Council recently presented Peoria’s John J. Morris American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 with a proclamation recognizing the mark.

According to the proclamation, Unit

62 supports statewide auxiliary efforts supporting veterans.

The unit donated $1,500 to sight-impaired veterans as part of the Arizona Department president’s special project. The funds paid for tandem bicycles and other equipment to enhance veterans’ lives.

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spaces, such as malls, stadiums and other commercial buildings.

“It would be very helpful in a fire, for the firefighters on the way to figure out, ‘How are we going to set up a response?’” Payne said.

Payne’s idea is to set up the program for free for every school in the state for three years.

After the first three years, schools would be required to pay $1,200 per year to stay in the system.

Payne said he does not have a bill written yet, but an ad hoc committee is scheduled to meet on Oct. 30, to discuss the system.

“The technology is here,” Payne said.

And, he stressed, the need is great.

“If you remember the shooting in Florida a year-and-a-half ago at a school, where the school resource officer would not go into the building,” Payne said.

He was referring to the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., where 17 students were killed and 17 others injured.

“If he had a system like what I’m talking about, where he would have

Peoria Times had live video and blueprints would have been available more lives may have been saved.”

In such a situation where someone has taken over a school or other public place, “Officers might not be on the scene yet, but they’ll already know what door to go to,” Payne said.

Although he has not yet written a bill, he does not expect it to take long - especially since he sponsored a similar one last year he can use as a boilerplate.

In February, Payne introduced House Bill 2565, “interoperable communication system.”

The bill’s text: “The sum of $9.5 million is appropriated from the state general fund in fiscal year 2019-2020 to the department of public safety to procure an interoperable communication system that will enhance school safety and facilitate emergency response activities in this state.

The interoperable communication system must do all of the following: 1. Facilitate interoperable multimedia communications, including two-way radio, landline and mobile telephony, intercom, public address, text messag-

State Rep. Kevin Payne (R-21), spoke at a Peoria Chamber of Commerce event at Centennial High School. (Peoria Times photo by Tom Scanlon)

ing, file sharing and real‑time, full‑motion video sharing.

2. Allow each participating entity to maintain discretionary, real‑time control of all communications assets owned or operated by the entity.

3. Use broadband internet connectivity in a network-agnostic manner via dedicated or virtual connections.

4. Encrypt all media communications …”

Payne withdrew the bill when he per-

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State Rep. Kevin Payne (R-21) chatted with Ken Parsons at a Peoria Chamber of Commerce event at Centennial High School. (Peoria Times photo by Tom Scanlon)

ceived a lack of support.

He said he will try again with another version in January: “I’ll have a bill before session starts.

“It will be based on the output of this ad hoc committee we are doing now.”

Payne said several software vendors are able to link school and other cameras to emergency dispatchers and responders.

“To me, it’s a wonderful system,” Payne said.

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“Officers will be out contacting individuals in known homeless locations and those who are panhandling throughout the city,” Sheffert said.

“These officers will be taking the time to talk with the people they encounter, learn about their lives and offer to bring them to our central location where there will be a variety of resources available to them.”

Services offered at the event include shelter providers, animal care and boarding, medical screenings, substance abuse assistance, behavioral health assistance, veteran benefits, food, showers and resource information.

“Officers will also remind the individuals of the dangers of living on the street and of panhandling while encouraging them to utilize the provided resources. They also take the time to provide education on the various state laws and city ordinances that may affect them while being on the street,” Sheffert said.

“The ultimate goal is to connect our homeless residents with resources and follow up, to ensure they have taken advantage of what is available to them.

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of our population.”

One program assisting the homeless is Salvation Army’s Project H.O.P.E. According to its website, “The goal of Project H.O.P.E. is to offer outreach services to families experiencing homelessness by providing aid with basic-needs items, such as food, hygiene and transportation.”

Other Project H.O.P.E. outreach services include: Assisting clients with transportation and in obtaining identifying documents to increase eligibility for services.

Providing individuals with referrals and information about services not available through Project H.O.P.E. or other Salvation Army programs.

Assisting homeless families in overcoming barriers to access mainstream services.

Assisting people in accessing medical, mental health, or substance abuse treatment.

Project H.O.P.E. also connects families to legal, vocational, family advocacy and case management services in collaboration with shelters, housing programs and other service providers.

For information on Project H.O.P.E., call 602-267-4195.

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Sanderson CEO honored with GCU award

BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Grand Canyon University presented David Kimmerle and three other Valley leaders with Colangelo Servant Leadership Awards on Tuesday, Oct. 15.

GCU said Kimmelre and the others “exemplify the ideals for which Jerry Colangelo is best known: servant leadership, ethics and entrepreneurism.”

Servant leadership is one of the three pillars of the Colangelo College of Business. “It’s important to have people recognized in the community who are making a difference,” Colangelo said. “We all need to help the next generation of people who are coming along, the future leaders. By recognizing outstanding servant leadership, it’s incumbent upon us to do things to recognize it.”

Colangelo is an Arizona icon who owned the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Diamondbacks. He helped bring the Valley its only major sports championship with the 2001 World Series.

David Kimmerle was one of four Colangelo Servant Leadership Award winners. (Photo courtesy GCU)

Grand Canyon University’s Colangelo College of Business honored David Kimmerle at the Colangelo Servant Leadership Awards. His daughter, Paige Cox, accepted the award on his behalf as he was out of town. (Photo courtesy GCU).

Colangelo honored El Dorado Holdings founder Mike Ingram, Linda Little, president of iHeart Media Phoenix, Sandra Watson, president & CEO of Arizona Commerce Authority, and Kimmerle.

Kimmerle started his career at Sanderson Ford sweeping floors, moving up parts and service before managing the

sales department.

He took over as CEO in 1985 and turned their philosophy of “The Dealership that Service Built” to “The Dealership that Community Service Built.”

Kimmerle credits his employees and the dealership’s commitment to giving back to the community for all the

success. Sanderson Ford helps raise $100,000 for Special Olympics Arizona every year through the Guardian Games, provides tickets to various sporting games for soldiers, and supports Fighter Country Partnership supporting the men, women, families and mission of Luke Air Force Base.

Their biggest event of the year, Operation Santa Claus, has raised over $10 million worth of food, toys, clothing and cash over the past 10 years.

Committed to his employees, Kimmerle closes the dealership every Sunday so they can enjoy fam-

ily time.

In the spirit of family, Kimmerle’s daughter, Paige Cox, accepted the award on his behalf as he was out of town.

On Nov. 14, Sanderson Ford and Sanderson Lincoln soon will launch the 19th Annual Operation Santa Claus Charity Drive.

To help the cause, bring a new toy, children’s clothing item, packaged food item or a monetary donation to Sanderson Ford, Sanderson Lincoln, any UPS Store location or any Operation Santa Claus event.

Donations from Operation Santa Claus will benefit St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance, The Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center, Military Assistance Mission and Special Olympics Arizona.

For more information, or to donate online, visit givetotheclaus.com.

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Wait in line for a burger? Not in this lifetime

BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Peoria Times Columnist

As a kid growing up in Queens, New York, a drive over to the White Castle restaurant on Northern Boulevard was a family tradition.

Everything you’ve heard about those little square hamburgers, steam grilled over onions and topped with American cheese, ketchup and pickle slices, is absolutely true.

White Castle is beefy, burgery magic.

This still doesn’t explain why a husband and wife last week spent 96 hours sleeping in the parking lot of the new White Castle that opened last week in Scottsdale.

The slider-starved couple camped out in their mobile home from Saturday, Oct. 19, until the restaurant opened Wednesday morning, all to be first in line for 79-cent hamburgers.

“We always say, ‘Everything in moderation, nothing in excess – except White Castle,” the wife told the Arizona Republic, which should expect a Pulitzer Prize for such breaking news coverage. And yes, the self-appointed queen of the Castle actually wore a silver crown for the occasion.

Late Wednesday, local TV reported waits in excess of five hours at the restaurant near East Via De Ventura and the 101, with Valley residents and visitors packed hundreds deep in line waiting interminably to get burgers, fries and Cokes.

What would I wait in line for hours or days to experience? Not a whole lot.

The second coming of Jesus might make the list, so long as there was air conditioning. So might a chance to

play golf at Augusta – provided I was paired up with Tiger Woods.

Other than that, I’m simply not a “wait in line” kind of guy. I avoid seeing Hollywood blockbusters on the weekend they come out. I don’t Christmas shop on Black Friday.

And I wouldn’t sleep in a tent to see a Beatles reunion even if it involved resurrecting John and George – and if Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix and Jimmy Hoffa came back from the dead as opening acts.

To me, living well involves avoiding lines wherever possible.

I’d also strongly recommend avoiding the sad affliction suffered by those with the need to be first, to be recognized, to be crowned as special.

To borrow a marketing cliche White Castle uses ad nauseam, this “craving” to be at the center of things is yet another form of the narcissistic behavior so prevalent in 2019.

It’s the hunger that has launched a zillion pointless selfies, spawned scores of reality TV shows and filled endless inches of newsprint with tales of “our wacky neighbors who made

themselves into the poster children for Pointless Event X.” Everywhere you look, there’s some thirsty soul demanding to be looked at or applauded.

Mind you, their achievements are not feats of Olympian greatness or displays of courage in battle.

Rather, they’ve managed to waste more time standing in one place than anyone else on the planet all in return for the privilege of eating a particular brand of hamburger. Never mind that the very same burger will be available next week with literally no wait at all.

Do you know who I want to see on the front page?

Give me someone who camps out for a week for the privilege of helping out at a homeless shelter or for the opportunity to donate blood in the wake of a mass tragedy.

In a better world, that’s who would wear the crown and be given the media coverage, not two knuckleheads whose greatest contribution to our community is the ability to survive days of boredom in the pursuit of a really good tiny cheeseburger.

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

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Peoria prioritizes transit as the city grows

BY KEVIN BURKE

Peoria Director of Public Works

Like other fast-growing communities, public transportation is a critical service and something each city manages uniquely. There is no one-size-fits-all model when it comes to transit. Instead, each city must closely evaluate how to bring about the right kind of transit to meet the diverse and individualized needs of its residents.

As the city grows and matures so too should the public transportation offerings.

Over the last several decades, Peoria’s leaders have worked with regional partners to strategically plan, budget and implement an integrated transit system.

“Although the city of Peoria is a relatively young community, we are a fast-growing and quickly evolving city,” said Mayor Cathy Carlat. ”As we continue to grow, we are mindful of the fiscal implications to our citizens and we sensibly build each layer of infrastructure upon the last layer to continue to enhance the quality of life of our residents.”

Integrated, reliable transportation that connects residents to the surrounding region is what makes Peoria a desirable community to live in. Peoria has mul-

tiple modes of transit services to meet the individual needs of residents. Fixed route service is provided throughout the day along Peoria Avenue (Route 106), Thunderbird Road (Route 138), and 83rd Avenue (Route 83). Fixed routes are regional routes that span long distances through multiple cities. These buses typically run seven days a week with stops located about every .25 miles.

Different from a fixed or express route, the Grand Avenue Limited (GAL) is a limited commuter route that operates only in peak travel times. It provides two outbound and two inbound trips Monday through Friday between Peoria and downtown Phoenix. Peoria’s stop is located at the new park and ride at 83rd and Peoria Avenues. The goal is to provide commuters fast access to downtown Phoenix, reducing the number of cars traveling on Grand Avenue. Peoria also operates a Dial-A-Ride system Monday through Friday, which is an on-demand, curb-to-curb service. In addition, Peoria contracts with Valley Metro to provide regional paratransit for persons with disabilities, operating seven days a week. Peoria seniors and persons with disabilities rely heavily on both

the Dial-A-Ride and paratransit services.

“With the Loop 303 freeway, stretching from I-17 to the I-10, and the Loop 101 freeway, Peoria residents enjoy extensive connectivity, making the area a key destination,” Carlat said.

Peoria is known for its high quality of life and healthy, connected neighborhoods. After a regional study identified a need for more transportation options in the central and northern portions of Peoria, the city added a circulator service called Peoria on the Go (POGO). This circulator service began in April 2019 and connects 18,000 residents with local services, businesses, activity centers and regional bus services. This circulator service began in April 2019 and already 13,517 people have used it in the first six months. POGO approximately 8,000 jobs are within reach of the POGO route. With the free mobile app, residents can see in real-time where the POGO is, making it easy for Peoria residents to get to shopping, entertainment, work, school and home. While it takes time for new transit services to gain attention and users, ridership has surpassed original estimates.

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on Valley Metro’s Governing Board, and current board treasurer, I understand how important local participation is when planning and expanding regional transit services,” said Peoria Councilmember Jon Edwards. “Peoria City Council is committed to enhancing transit options and, in my leadership role, Peoria has been able to prioritize projects at the regional level that will benefit our residents for years to come.”

Perhaps most important of all, since 2017, annual ridership in Peoria has increased from 195,541 to 254,169, demonstrating great use of Peoria’s public transportation services. The city has accomplished this by thoughtfully balancing its distinct transportation needs with reliable and convenient hours of operation.

As Peoria’s population grows and evolves, so will their transportation needs and wants, not to mention the significant effect technology will have on those service offerings in the future. Peoria’s leaders have, and will, continue to prioritize public transportation to increase accessibility, mobility and connectivity for all residents.

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The coming week has plenty of business meetings, events to attend that are coming up quickly; make sure you mark your calendars for these important dates.

Do you work from home and get distracted easily from the elements around you?

A workspace dedicated to entrepreneurs, freelancers and artists will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, Nov. 1, at Collective Studio AZ. The studio is at 8271 West Lake Pleasant Parkway, Suite 104. The free event is a way for those who work from home to be around people that share the same work ethic. It is a great way for people to focus on their work and to share ideas with others.

To be focused on your projects, it is recommended not to bring dogs or children to the workspace. It is free but please register for the event on Eventbrite.com.

For more information, call 623-3637323 or visit facebook.com/thecollectivestudioaz.

Support local business on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 12 to 4 p.m., at Fixin’ To Eat located at 8940 W Bell Road, Suite 101. There will be samples, entertainment and varied vendors, plus a chance to win a gift basket. Find birthday and/ or Christmas gifts at the marketplace.

HomeSmart is hosting a West Valley Regional Meeting for the Arrowhead, Goodyear and Surprise offices from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov.4. The meeting will be held at the West Maricopa Association of REALTORS at 9001 West Union Hills

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Drive. It will allow you to meet other business partners and bounce off ideas from one another. It is free to the public but to register visit Eventbrite.com.

ASU’s Entrepreneurs + Innovation hosts “Business Builder: Getting Started” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at Peoria Main Library. The event will be held in the multi-purpose room at 8463 W Monroe Street. The event will explore introductory topics for launching a new business.

It will help new business owners to grasp basic concepts to succeed in the business industry. To register for the free event visit entrepreneurship.asu. edu.

Peoria Chamber of Commerce is holding a Biz Bites event from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at Giordano, 16222 N 83rd Avenue.

The event will address “any business

questions that you may have.” The event is free for chamber members, $15 for guests. Lunch is not included but there will be lunch specials starting at $6.95. Register for the event at peoriachamber.com.

Mayor Cathy Carlat named Lee’s Luggage and Shoe Repair her Business of the Month award. She named Bibiano’s Mexican Restaurant her Restaurant of the Month.

Lee’s Repair shop is at CrossRoads Plaza 6750 W Peoria Avenue, Suite 108.

The repair store fixes not only shoes and luggage but also briefcases, duffle bags, backpacks, purses and more.

Bibiano’s is at 10651 W Olive Avenue, Suite 106. Lunch specials start at $4.95.

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BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Vistancia hosts a Music and Model Homes Showcase from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2.

The free event will have model home tours, complimentary food tastings,

Henna tattoos and live music by Heartfelt Duo. The event begins at Desert Mirage Park, 11581 W. Tenaza Drive (near El Mirage Road and Lone Mountain Parkway).

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BY ERIC NEWMAN

Peoria Times Staff Writer

Multiple Glendale and Peoria badminton players competed in the Arizona Interscholastic Association badminton singles and doubles Division 1 and II state championship tournament last weekend at Independence High School in Glendale.

Sunnyslope senior Sofia Lovesy participates in the AIA Division 2 badminton singles tournament (Peoria Times photo by Eric Newman)

Deer Valley senior Sara Roskelley took fourth place at the AIA Division 2 badminton singles championship (Peoria Times photo by Eric Newman)

Mountain Ridge seniors Morgan Pearson and Kaitlin Tucay claimed fourth place at the AIA Division 1 badminton championship tournament (Peoria Times photo by Eric Newman)

Washington High senior Jordan Ludwig celebrates the AIA Division 2 badminton championship (Peoria Times photo by Eric Newman)

Jordan Ludwig won the AIA Division 2 badminton singles championship for Washington High (Peoria Times photo by Eric Newman)

The individual doubles and singles brackets included top players from many of the state’s best teams. The team tournaments will be held October 28-31.

West Valley teams were busy in the Division II state singles championship bracket. Washington High senior Jordan Ludwig, the returning 2018 champion, was seeded No. 1. Also in the top eight in Division II were Sofia Lovesy of Sunnyslope (3), Toni Demarco of Ironwood (4), Sara Roskelley of Deer Valley (5), Savannah Hendrix of Ironwood (6), Alondra Noriega Silvas of Independence (7) and Jade Halpin of Sunnyslope (8), leaving No. 2 Payton Foti of Gilbert Mesquite as the only non-Glendale or Peoria-area singles player seeded in the bracket.

Ludwig swept her way through to the final match, not losing a single set in four rounds. Once there, she faced

Sunnyslope senior Lovesy. Both athletes combined plenty of powerful shots with well-placed finesse drops at great angles, for several incredible points. Ludwig came out ahead, winning her second consecutive title.

“It’s a lot more relieving when you’re playing someone that’s tough and you win. She pushed me to have to play well instead of playing down, and it feels great,” Ludwig said.

Ludwig said the pressure could have gotten to her, as it did two seasons ago when she fell short as the runner-up in 2017. However, she looked at the final as just another badminton match.

“It’s amazing. I just played my game.

New opponent, same thing, and it worked out,” she said.

Other West Valley top finishers: D1 singles, fourth place: Alexis Davies – Liberty High School

Liberty High junior Alexis Davies took fourth place at the AIA Division 1 badminton championship tournament (Peoria Times photo by Eric Newman)

D1 doubles, fourth place: Kaitlin Tucay / Morgan Pearson – Mountain Ridge School D2 singles, second place: Sofia Lovesy – Sunnyslope School D2 singles, fourth place: Sara Roskelley – Deer Valley School

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Cordts striking ahead for Cobra football

BY ERIC NEWMAN

Peoria Times Staff Writer

Conner Cordts, the senior quarterback for Cactus High, is building on last year’s success and taking major steps as a player and leader on the field.

Coach Joseph Ortiz noticed Cordts had potential to be a solid player in the summer before his 2018 junior year. After a single seven-on-seven passing league day, things seemed to click for the then junior.

He started completing passes downfield consistently and leading the offense.

“He understood exactly what he was reading, what the routes were designed to do. We were impressed with how he picked that up and how he could see the field,” Ortiz said.

The result was a great junior season, leading the Cobras to an 8-4 record and a spot in the 4A quarterfinals before being knocked off by defending-champion Saguaro.

But, Cordts wanted to make further strides as a player. He began working with a speed trainer and spending extra time in the weight room to become a

dual-threat quarterback. to either keep the ball or With over 500 yards on hand off to senior running the ground in 2019, to go back Anthony Flores, a along with 1,200 yards talented rusher nearing and 16 touchdowns in the 1,000 yards. air, he is scaring oppoThat opens up play-acnents with his ability to tion passing opportunities, carve through defenses. and fewer players in the He remembers running a secondary to create lanes 4.5-second 40-yard dash in for receivers. this summer’s training ses- Senior quarterback Conner “We’re not limited, beCordts has become a leadsions, impressive for any er for the Cactus football cause whatever we call is position on the field, but team (Peoria Times Photo by going to get executed corespecially a quarterback. Eric Newman) rectly,” Ortiz said.

Coaches and players alike Cordts’ presence also were taken aback at his improvement in made the transition to the staff easier such a short period of time. for first-year offensive coordinator and “I didn’t want to just be a normal quarterback coach Mason Crossland. quarterback. I wanted to be able to do The two had spent very little time multiple things, and run for first downs together this summer, after Crossland and touchdowns instead of just getting was hired. The coach remembers giving the ball out of my hands right away,” Cordts a recommendation on a play-call Cordts said. in an offseason scrimmage, and seeing His ability has opened up the play- him throw a 40-yard touchdown pass book for offensive coaches. immediately. Crossland previously Ortiz said nearly every running play worked at Higley High, coaching playfor the Cobras is an option for Cordts ers like Spencer Brasch (now a fresh-

man quarterback at the University of California at Berkeley) and current junior Kai Milner for the Knights, widely regarded as some of the most talented quarterbacks in the area. He said Cordts’ fundamentals are on par with them.

“It makes it so I don’t have to focus on the technical things like form and release point, and we can get right into the mental aspect of the game, and kind of some of the more detailed stuff,” Crossland said.

While Cordts has enjoyed a significant uptick in statistics through his development, he has become more of a leader, too. Ortiz said players on the offense often look at Cordts for how they should react to big plays, and his energy rubs off on them.

The Cobras have a 6-2 record through eight contests, and will likely host least a first-round game in the playoffs. Cordts hopes his production on the field can help lead Cactus to a long postseason run.

“I want to try and help this team win as many games as we can,” Cordts said.

“And we want to see where it can go.”

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course and more. Tickets are $20. All ages are welcome. Participants must wear an all-white or neon-color shirt.

Shirts will be available for $5. For information, call 623-979-400.

Mini Bingo

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

Peoria Times publishes on Thursday. The 9 Days a Week 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 within the city of Peoria.

9 Days a Week 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 Rachel Hagerman, rhagerman@timespublications.com, or faxed to 623-935-2103.

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Beardsley Trailhead at Highway 74 and Agua Fria River. Bring binoculars, bird guides, water and a snack for this twohour stroll. Meet the rangers at the Beardsley trailhead. A $7 vehicle entry fee will be collected. For information, call 928-501-1703.

Birds of Lake Pleasant

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

Learn what birds make their home in or fly by the Lake Pleasant Regional Park from 2 to 3 p.m. at Discovery Center at Lake Pleasant Regional Park, 39345 N. Overlook Road. For information, call 928-501-1703.

Pinochle

Sweeney Todd

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

Toddler Time

Toddlers can play and learn beside their caregiver with group stories, music and fingerplays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. For information, call 623-773-7555.

Crazy Times with Madame Patchouli

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

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

For information, call 623-773-7436.

Morning Birding with the Rangers

The rangers will share a few areas attendees might find some desert and riparian birds from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Lake Pleasant Regional Park CSR

Enjoy dinner and a performance of “Sweeney Todd” at 5:30 p.m. at Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Lane. The musical is a heart-pounding thriller set on the seedy side streets of 19th century London where an exiled barber seeks to avenge the wrongs done to his family. For prices and information, call 623-776-8400.

Songercise (Ages 1-5)

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

Painting with a Purpose

Children of all ages are welcome to join a fun service-oriented painting experience from 4 to 5 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Today’s attendees will create letters and cards or gratitude for our soldiers. For information, call 623-7738650.

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Lasers, music and backlights will transform the indoor trampoline park into a jumping dance club from 8 to 11 p.m. at Sky Zone Peoria, 9040 W. Larkspur Drive, Suite 134. The park has trampoline dodgeball, a foam pit, a warrior

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Private Riding Lessons

Arizona Riders private horseback riding lessons are available from 5 to 8 p.m. for all levels of experience from children ages 3 and older to adults.

Arizona Riders is located at 15125 N. 83rd Avenue. For information, call 602403-9560.

Learn how to use publishing software to create flyers, newsletters and more in this technology classes from 10 to 11 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Registration is required. For information, call 623-7738650.

Arizona Paddlesports Kayaking Class

Lake Pleasant Regional Park and the Arizona Game and Fish Department are partnering to offer kayaking classes. Join a class from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Discovery Center at Lake Pleasant Regional Park, 39345 N. Overlook Road.

Although classes are free, there is a $7 park vehicle entry. To sign up for a class, visit www.azgfd.com/education/boating/. For information, call 928-501-1703.

The focus of this class in on toning muscles and building overall strength.

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

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Pool Tournament

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

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Early Bird Jump

The early bird gets the work from 10 a.m. to noon at Sky Zone Peoria, 9040 W. Larkspur Drive, Suite 134. Tickets are only $10 for two hours of jump time. This premier indoor trampoline park has trampoline dodgeball, a foam pit, a warrior course and more. For information, call 623-979-400.

Distillery Tour

Bring family and friends to see a craft distillery in action. Lucidi Distilling Co. tours are available at 1 p.m. Sundays.

Pricing starts at just $14 per person and includes a generous sampling of three kinds of spirits and a custom-made signature cocktail. The distillery is located in Historic Fire Station No. 1, 8307 W. Washington Street. To book a party and learn more, call 623299-8779.

Crochet

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

Crafting Sundays (Ages 16+)

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

Monday

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

Open Play

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

For prices and information, call 623322-4100.

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

Free Ice Skating Lessons

Shuffleboard

Join friends for a game of shuffleboard from 5 to 6 p.m. at the American Legion Post 62, 9847 W. Desert Cove Avenue. For information, call 623-9728372.

Grab Bag Bingo

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

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Peoria Planning and Zoning Commission meets the first and third Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 8401 W. Monroe Street. For information, call 623-773-7340.

Toddler Time

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

Toddlers can play and learn beside their caregiver with group stories, music and fingerplays from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. For information, call 623-773-7555.

Sew Smart

Learn to download apps, take and transfer photos, use mobile websites and more in these technology classes from 2 to 3 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Registration is required. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Bring or start a sewing project at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Library sewing machines are available for use.

For information, email mary.vass@peoriaaz.gov.

Baby Steps

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

Storytime (Ages 3-5)

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

Technology Classes

Diversity

LGBTQ+ teens and their friends are invited to come to the library once a month for socializing and activities from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. For information, email tonya.stuempfl@peoriaaz. gov.

Spanish Practice

All speaking-levels are welcome to attend a Spanish practice group led by James Abraham, a Spanish faculty member at Glendale Community College.

The group will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623-773-8650.

Busy Bee Crafters

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

Zumba

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

Toddler Time: Step Up from Baby Steps

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

Teddy Bear Storytime

Children ages 2 to 6 are invited to a late-evening storytime event from 6:30 to 7 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. Pajamas and teddy bears are optional. For information, call 623-773-8650.

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Line Dances

Have a fun morning of line dancing from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street.

The class does not require a partner dancer. Attendance is $5. For information, call 623-773-7436.

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gin launching a business venture from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. Registration is required. For information, call 623773-7555.

Peoria Forward is a high-impact partnership between Arizona State University and the city of Peoria designed to grow the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Peoria. In this meeting, explore introductory topics relating to how to be-

Friday Card and Board Game Afternoon (Ages 18+)

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

Craft Club (Ages 12+)

Join other families in a drop-in craft station center for teens and adults from 6 to 7 p.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue. For information, call 623-773-8650.

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Thrifty Thursdays

Children of all ages are admitted to Jumper’s Jungle Family Fun Center at 9299 W. Olive Avenue, Suite 406, for $5.The center is complete with bouncy houses, super slides, inflatable obstacles and more. For information, call 623322-4100.

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Castle Hot Springs History

Learn the interesting history behind Castle Hot Springs, a hidden oasis in the desert from 1 to 2 p.m. at Discovery Center at Lake Pleasant Regional Park, 39345 N. Overlook Road. For information, call 928-501-1703.

Sunset and Moonlight Hike on Yavapai Point Trail

Join a group hike from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the Yavapai Point Trail, which is a moderate three-mile round trip.

Bring a flashlight, water and snack. Meet the group at the Cottonwood Lane Trailhead at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Follow the “hike” signs to find the group. For information, call 928-5011703.

VolkStock Festival

Enjoy a live music concert with electrifying performances from various artists in addition to a car show with a large collection of vintage Volkswagen cars.

This weekend festival starts at noon on Nov. 8 and ends on Nov. 10 at Pleasant Harbor, 8708 W. Harbor Boulevard. For information, call 623-203-5173.

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Kenny Metcalf gives a tribute performance to young Elton John at Arizona Broadway Theatre.

“Elton John: The Early Years” stars Kenny Metcalf as young Elton, who took British and American rock scenes by storm.

The event starts at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, at Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria.

Tickets are $71 for dinner and the concert.

Metcalf is known for performing a technically accurate Las Vegas-style production, featuring the wildly popular music, costumes and antics of Elton John.

According to a broadwayworld.com reviewer, this is close to the real deal: “Audiences and critics alike leave with a sense that they ‘saw’ Elton and his band … ‘Elton’ as portrayed by Kenny Metcalf, has the voice and appearance of Elton John when he was young. From rhinestones to sequins, every detail has been meticulously recreated.”

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Talent show kicks off Forum at Desert Harbor fundraiser

BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF They’ve got talent at this retirement community: The Forum at Desert Harbor added a creative twist to its 30th Annual Scholarship Fund Kickoff by staging a “Forum Follies” resident talent show.

The cast of young-at-heart seniors took to Peoria’s the Forum Center stage to kick off the first fundraising event of the 2020-21 scholarship awards season. The Scholarship Fund kickoff dinner, raffle and silent auction acted alongside the “Forum Follies” to raise more than $7,000 in resident contributions to be awarded as scholarships in May 2020.

A white-tuxedo clad master of ceremonies, Forum resident Bud Fletcher welcomed a full house to the “Forum Follies.”

Fletcher personalized each introduction, such as the medley of polkas by resident accordionist Shirley Santas, “At age 92, originally from Milwaukee, Shirley will perform a number of tunes with the word ‘beer’ in it.”

Forum resident Elaine Lopert, organist for the Sunday morning worship services, played Johann Sebastian Bach’s “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring.”

Kayci Kleven, a 2019 scholarship recipient who works on the dietary staff, sang the beautiful “What a Wonderful World” and “You Are My Sunshine.”

The man next to her playing guitar: her father, Dr. Michael Kleven.

Wearing fedoras and feather boas, the Dancing Dames - residents Arlene Chernell, Evelyn Collen, Jan Fishel and Marian Gilbert - added an extra kick to the Scholarship Fund kickoff.

Forum residents Beverly Day and Merilyn Smith had the crowd roaring with laughter, playing “Maud and Mable” in an old-fashioned comedy

sketch. The Readers Theater drama club staged “Just Call,” with Barbara Schreiner; she was stuck on the phone as caller number 32, receiving operator assistance from Lorraine Battis, Arlene Chernell, Ruth Wallace and Nancy Zink.

Storyteller Marijo Kist told a wishful tale with roots in Wales.

The “Forum Follies” cast ended the program on a high note with a grand finale sing-along, “You Are Our Donors” (to the tune of “You Are My Sunshine.”)

All applauded the 2020-21 Scholarship Fund chairperson Martha Vickers, and committee members Joanne Aldrich, Barbara Bigus, Pat Duncan, Dorothy Finch, Marian Gilbert, Shery Goodman, Dolly and Ken Johnson, Nancy Johnston, Lynn Kieser, Bob Nelson, Joyce Nichols, Peg Pike, Thelma Scribner, Ray Sullivan, Ruth Wallace and Nancy Zink.

Forum residents come through for the next generations, in a big way.

Throughout the past 30 years, Forum residents have contributed to a total of 406 scholarships, funding more than $618,785 for tuition and books.

To learn more about the Scholarship Tax Exempt Program, call Margie O’Boyle, the Forum at Desert Harbor’s Lifestyle 360 program director, at 623-972-0995.

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The Forum at Desert Harbor’s residents, Beverly Day, left, and Merilyn Smith, perform an oldfashioned “Maud and Mable” comedy skit as part of the retirement community’s “Forum Follies” 30th Annual Scholarship Fund Kickoff.

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You’re not too old to get back on your bike

BY DR. NICK HUNTER Guest Columnist

Are you willing to allow arthritis to immobilize you without putting up a fight?

The fact is, exercise is absolutely critical for people who suffer from arthritis.

Here’s a pro tip for you: You’ll feel much healthier if you vary your exercise habits and fitness plans every week. It’s also important to remain alert of the impact that doing the same things day after day can have upon

your joints and muscles.

So if you’re having regular problems with arthritic knees and hips, a really stiff lower back, or even tightness in your muscles (such as your Achilles or calves), then cycling is an ideal exercise for you! Even if you only do it for 30 minutes or so at a time.

Many people think that walking or jogging is the only way to exercise while enjoying the fresh air.

Yet the health benefits of doing something like cycling are endless.

Cycling regularly can help improve physical fitness, ease stress (due to the rush of endorphins being released) and it’s also a great way to reduce your weight.

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Why? Because you’ll be reducing the impact of the hard surface that can easily damage vital joints. You’ll also be helping essential processes like the heart and the lungs to stay healthy.

Let me say this again.

Bike riding is something that anyone in their 40s, 50s and above should seriously consider. It’s even better than walking if your objective is to stay active and healthy.

Now, let’s bust a myth about bike riding. Many people think that to have the same positive impact on your health, as say, going for a run, you have to do much more when riding a bike because it’s “easier.”

This protest is one of the most common objections I hear when I suggest people consider taking bike rides.

It’s true that to get the endorphins, you’ll have to sit on your bike a bit lon-

ger than if you were just heading out for a run. Keeping this in mind, here’s a fact when it comes to bike riding vs. running: Someone who weighs approximately 200 pounds will burn roughly 350 calories from riding for 30 minutes (with much less effort than a typical 20 minute run). Whereas, that same person will be lucky to burn 190 calories running (and the run will feel like… a lot more work).

Although it might not seem like it, you’re working just as hard. Only, biking is much safer in terms of the reduced impact on your knees and hips.

When the numbers stack up, you can see why more people aged 50-plus are getting back on their bikes to keep healthy and feel and look great.

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Officer Bill Weigt stands for national anthem

BY TOM SCANLON

Peoria Times Associate Editor

On Friday night, Peoria Officer Bill Weigt stood for the national anthem.

It is something he had been wanting to do since Dec. 17, 2005, when he was shot on duty and partially paralyzed.

“It was amazing,” Weigt said. “I knew it would be special - especially in front of the Special Olympians.”

What made it so important to Weigt was this took place during the opening ceremony of the Special Olympics Arizona.

Weigt served in the U.S. Army from 1993-96. After he was shot chasing a suspect in 2005, Weigt attended many sporting events. Every time “The Star-Spangled Banner” played, Weigt would feel frustration and anger.

“It hurt,” Weigt said. “Everyone else would be standing. I never could.”

As he took his place on the Peoria Police Department Color Guard Friday night, a special, customized wheelchair enabled Weigt to rise up.

“I planted the American flag, held on

and stood up,” Weigt said.

“The wind was blowing, it was perfect. I felt very proud to hold the American flag up.”

Weigt said he started participating with the honor guard just a few months ago. “The Special Olympics committee asked us if we could help out,” he said.

“My role in the honor guard was to hold the American flag.”

He said nerves were building as the anthem started playing at the Special Olympics event, at Westview High School in Avondale.

“At first, I was really nervous, wanting to stay in line with everyone,” he said.

On Tuesday, Weigt was back to his regular job, with the Major Crimes Unit of the Peoria Police Department.

“I’m trying to track down a couple of runaways today,” he said.

Partially paralyzed since 2005, Peoria Officer Bill Weigt stood for the first time for the Arizona Special Olympics opening ceremony. (Photo courtesy Peoria Police)

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How do you know when you have discernment? That’s easy. When you have enough discernment to ask for discernment. Let’s explore the life-changing X-factor of discernment.

Here’s two examples where possessing real discernment could have avoided heaps of “woulda, shoulda, coulda’s.”

A fisherman from the city was out fishing on a lake in a small boat. He noticed another man in a small boat open his tackle box and take out a mirror.

Being curious, the man rowed over and asked, “What is the mirror for?”

“That’s my secret way to catch fish,” said the other man. “Shine the mirror on the top of the water. The fish notices

the spot of sun on the water above and they swim to the surface. Then I just reach down, net them, and pull them into the boat.”

“Wow! Does that really work?”

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“Would you be interested in selling me that mirror?

I’ll give you $30 for it.”

“Well, okay.”

After the money was transferred, the city fisherman asked, “By the way, how many fish have you caught this week?”

“You’re the sixth,” was the answer.

I discern that fisherman caught himself.

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Believing his design had merit, the man took it to a company in Japan. The name of the organization was Seiko, the design of the watch was digital, and today, 80 percent of all watches use a digital design. The lesson here is one discernment-driven decision can change the entire course of a whole industry and the destiny of one person.

John Maxwell defines discernment as the ability to find the root of the matter.

Discernment relies on intuition as well as rational thought. Discernment is not necessarily safety or caution as many would think. Seiko’s decision to make digital watches was risky. Discernment allows one to be at the right place and the right time doing the right thing! In fact, people who lack discernment are seldom in the right place at the right time. Discerning people create opportunities by their willingness to use their experience, see beyond the obvious and follow their instincts.

Management consultant Robert Heller says: “Never ignore a gut feeling, but never believe it is enough.” Discernment allows you to use both your ‘gut’ and your head to find the best option or solution you are looking for. Discernment enables a person or leader to see a partial picture, fill in the missing pieces intuitively and rationally, thus finding the real heart of a matter.

Maxwell notes, “Smart leaders believe only half of what they hear. Discerning leaders know which half to believe.”

Discernment requires that we appraise, analyze, recognize, understand and judge a matter correctly. Discernment arrests underachievement. Discernment puts us in a position to succeed. Discernment is a gift we all could use in these very fraudulent times of everything from internet scams to fake news.

Would you like to acquire more discernment? You can learn to discern.

Here’s where to start. Look at what the Psalmist said in Psalm 119:66 to God. “Teach me good discernment and knowledge.” If you want it, ask God for it. Desire it and acquire it because an abundant life requires it.

Wisdom and discernment release the ‘smart’ in you to move from your head to your heart to your feet. My advice is mine this resource. Tap into supernatural assets you could never get on your own.

Real discernment is a gift from God to us and for us. Discernment is a way God gets into our lives. That gut feeling or instinct I have been talking about could be God speaking us on the inside. Even if one doesn’t know God or acknowledge God, God has given them a capacity for discernment.

Our experiences, successes, and even learning from other’s can add to our discernment, but God created real discernment and put it into circulation for everyone’s benefit.

Think about it, asking God for discernment requires discernment. You’ll reduce the number of bad decisions you make in your life. You won’t have to deal with the emotional clutter and consequences of bad decisions as much. Discernment increases your efficiency and effectiveness. You will be mentally and emotionally free to do great things for yourself and others.

Your relationships will be smoother and more uplifting.

Author James Clear enlightens us on how to use discernment. “When you say no, you are only saying no to one option. When you say yes, you are saying no to every other option. No is a decision. Yes is a responsibility. Be careful what (and who) you say yes to.

It could shape your day, your career, your family, your life.”

The best thing I can say about discernment is that it works. It’s a gift.

Take it. It’s yours.

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When they walk into the Westwind Elementary School writing class, seventh graders aren’t told what not to do.

They’re not told they have to spell perfectly, write legibly and follow grammar rules.

That comes later. The first thing they are told: “You’re a good writer.”

It’s a lesson Tim Ramsey, award-winning teacher at the school 2 miles south of State Farm Stadium, learned 53 years ago.

“I’ll never forget, Miss Thompson, my second-grade teacher, told me, ‘Timmy, today you don’t have to do a math chart. I want you to go down the hall and find a box of pictures. Take out a picture and write a story about it,’” Ramsey said, talking in his rapid-fire way from his classroom Thursday.

“I picked out a photo of a horse and wrote a story about it. She read it and said, ‘Timmy, you’re such a good writer.’ Not, ‘You’re going to be a good writer’ - ‘You are a good writer.’

“I have to pay that back and teach it.”

The 60-year-old teacher preaches to

Westwind Elementary School seventh graders, left to right, Julyan Castillo, Ashley Bonilla and Alma Avila are proud to make teacher Tim Ramsey’s Wall of Fame. (Peoria Times photo by Tom Scanlon)

students how writing is just thoughts and the physical part just recording “what goes on up here,” he said, tapping his forehead.

His students know this teacher practices what he preaches.

Asked who her favorite writer is, Alma Avila, 12, responded, “Mr. Ramsey.”

The Arizona English Teachers Association recently honored Ramsey for the tenth time. The association selected Ramsey’s nonfiction work “Forgiven” as part of the annual Teachers as Writers Contest.

The association previously honored Ramsey for fiction, and he is the author of the book “The Hugs on My Shirt.”

An excerpt from Ramsey’s book: “On the first day of school, I observed my class of seventh-graders. All 30 were listening attentively to my every word. Having been a teacher for over three deTim Ramsey takes a “writing starts with thoughts” approach with Westwind Elementary School seventh graders, including, left to right, Alma Avila, Julyan Castillo and Ashley Bonilla.

(Peoria Times photo by Tom Scanlon)

cades, I knew this ‘honeymoon-phase’ would not last forever.

“I commented on all the new shoes adorning my students’ feet. Then I noticed Sergio who was wearing an old scuffed up pair of black Converse.

Quickly, trying to protect this kid’s ego, I added, ‘I have new shoes, but I decided to wear my old comfortable pair today.’

“The boy stepped up to protect me.

‘That’s OK, Mr. Ramsey,’ he said. ‘I wore my comfortable shoes today too.’

“One morning, a few weeks later, Sergio informed me that his heart was beating fast.

Frantically looking for the nurse passes, I cried, ‘Are you OK? Do you need me to call for help?’ “‘No,’ he explained, ‘my heartbeat is different in each of my classes. I like your class. In here, my heart always runs fast. In some of my other classes, it’s hardly beating at all.’”

His current seventh-grade students echo that emotion about this local version of John Keating — the inspirational writing teacher played by Robin Williams in “Dead Poets Society.” He has students from all over the Valley.

And many gravitate to the writing class with the charismatic teacher, Mr. Ramsey, a very youthful 60 year old.

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“He’s usually in a good mood, joyful and caring,” said Alma Avila.

“He’s very funny and helpful,” added Julyan Castillo.

“He’s an amazing teacher who takes most of his time to make sure we get everything,” said Ashley Bonilla Blushing and looking down, Ramsey said, “Thank you so much” to the compliments.

While he is appreciative of their spoken words, Ramsey deeply treasures the words he inspires his students to

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Ramsey shared students’ work in a recent assignment to write about 9/11 from the perspective of someone who was there at the World Trade Towers.

“I ran down again with my family all the way to the ninth floor,” writes Carlos E. Machado. “There had been about 100 people going up and down the stairs along with the firefighters. I looked desperately at my watch it read 9:50. I was now more aggressive going to the first floor and finally after an hour I was safe with my family at once.

“As we were walking down the street I felt the ground shake, people started screaming I looked up and saw the South Tower crumbling to the ground, I ran for my life my sister and mom was right behind me I went inside the Verizon store nearby and ducked and covered my head. Waiting to die.”

Kareena Rossi wrote from the perspective of a dog at a park near the World Trade Center. It’s a fun outing, until the planes hit. “Another booming crash happened behind us. Another plane? I thought before I blacked out. I opened my eyes seeing gray. An acrid odor filled my nostrils. I sneezed at the dust in them. I could barely see any-

and it was hanging off my body. Blood was everywhere. It hurt for a couple of seconds but then it went numb.

Maybe I was in shock. People were screaming and yelling. Some people were dead …

“I became part of the dust. But, I still could see my friend and he could hear my angel spirit voice.”

These are the words that send chills through Tim Ramsey, and reinforce his career choice as a teacher after 37 years —the last four at Westwind in the Pendergast Elementary School District.

Not all of his students walk into his classroom ready to write, which is where the challenge comes in.

“A lot of the boys don’t like to write,” he said.

“It’s my job to turn them around.”

The likes of Rod Henkel, Westwind’s principal, say this teacher is doing just that.

“Tim Ramsey has been in education for almost four decades and is still as passionate and purposeful about teaching writing to his students as the first year he began,” Henkel said.

“He is beloved, respected and achieves great academic success due to his empathic nature and outstanding teaching style that engages students and colleagues alike.”

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Those who live in fear of robots taking over the world should avoid Cactus High School.

Students here are not just pondering the future of technology, they are fast-becoming robot masters.

Robotics is now a competitive, judged event at the high school level.

And few high school clubs can match the Cactus High Commanders.

The Cactus High School Cobra Commanders (Team 498) recently won the Arizona State Championship for Robotics. Taking on the top 30 teams in Arizona, Team 498 finished at the top and won the Arizona West Regional Championship.

The Cobra Commanders also won the Inspiration in Engineering Award.

“Cactus High School has one of the most successful robotics teams in Arizona,” said Adam Shoyer, a teacher who is the team’s mentor.

“Students involved in this program learn mechanical and electrical engi-

Cactus High School Cobra Commanders (Team 498) won the Arizona State Championship for Robotics. Team members are Braden Distel, Caleb Distel, Maggie Jung, Yancy Gosda, Cameron Villarreal, Frankie Devine, Maya Lee and Van Nguyen. (Photos courtesy Cobra Commanders)

neering skills, coding, business, communication, and marketing skills. The program is open to all Cactus High School students.”

The students who make the robots: Braden Distel, Caleb Distel, Maggie Jung, Yancy Gosda, Cameron Villarreal, Frankie Devine, Maya Lee and Van Nguyen.

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