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An unforgettable, often regrettable year is coming to a close. The COVID-19 pandemic was a true global disaster, killing millions around the world, including more than 5,000 in Maricopa County. Though Peoria’s year was largely shaped by the devastating spread of the coronavirus—and the shutdowns and slowdowns called by state, county and school officials—there was quite a bit of “nonCOVID news” in 2020. Here are some of the top stories of the year in Peoria: 20. New PUSD leader The retirement of the highly respected
Good news in a tough year: The Sunrise Mountain Mustangs scored a trophy with the school’s first football state championship. (Photo by Eric Newman)
Linda Palles Thompson cleared the way for Dr. Jason Reynolds, an energetic, new Peoria Unified School District superinten-
dent. He needed the energy, as weeks into his SEE TOP 20 PAGE 2
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Other districts online, PUSD classrooms open
OPINION.................10 BUSINESS...............12 FEATURES...............14 RELIGION................18 YOUTH....................20 CLASSIFIEDS...........21
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Peoria Times Managing Editor
While other cities have been hesitant to spend federal funding related to the pandemic, Peoria aggressively launched programs to help residents and businesses. The AZCares Fund filtered $440 million of Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) money to cities and towns. Peoria received just over $20 million, about $9 million less than Glendale. But Peoria has been much quicker to
distribute portions of those funds than Glendale and other cities. According to information on the AZCares Fund, “The direct allocations must be used on payroll expenses related to an entity’s public health and public safety expenses from March 1 through Dec. 30.” When he released the money months ago, however, Gov. Doug Ducey said he wanted cities to have “maximum flexibility” in the way they used their CARES funds. In June, when Ducey made the announcement, Peoria Mayor Cathy Carlat
said, “This funding from the AZCares Fund will help Peoria get dollars where they are needed most. “My thanks to Gov. Ducey for his work to streamline this funding so we can put it to use quickly and efficiently.” Carlat was good to her word, as Peoria residents impacted by COVID-19 can receive up to $500 per month to assist with their utility bills and up to $1,500 per month to assist with their rent or mortgage up to three months. SEE ASSISTANCE PAGE 3
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injured four Peoria Fire-Medical Department responders was caused by a chain reaction “cascading thermal runaway.” Released in July, more than a year after the April 19, 2019, explosion at the McMicken Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Surprise, the report described how intense heat spread from one lithium-ion battery cell to Armando Hernandez Jr. of Peoria al- another, filling the unlegedly wounded multiple people in manned facility with a Westgate mass shooting. (Peoria smoke and gas. Times file photo) The powerful explosion tossed the firefighters through the air, causing broken It was a big year for bones, concussions and other injuries.
new job, Reynolds faced school shutdowns. 19. Aldi comes to town The somewhat quirky (a quarter deposit for shopping carts, to make sure they are returned) discount shopping center that was born in Europe opened its third Arizona store in Peoria. 18. Zach Hoffpauir dies The Centennial High community was shocked in May by the death of Zach Hoffpauir, who played baseball and football at Stanford University after a brilliant athletic career in Peoria. He died in his sleep at age 26. 17. Luke flies high With more F-35A Lightning II jets on the way, Luke Air Force Base is set to take off—and take the West Valley economy along for the ride. A mission expansion revolving around 144 new fighter jets will pump up Luke AFB’s population—as well as the surrounding areas, including Goodyear, Litchfield Park and Avondale. Luke is gradually ramping up for the F-35A Lightning II jets over the next six years. By 2026, the defense spending in support of Luke AFB is expected to
Rep. Debbie Lesko, who won reelection to represent the 8th Congressional District and made several trips to the White House. (Peoria Times file photo)
support approximately 13,900 total jobs, $820 million in total compensation and $1.5 billion in value-added impacts to the West Valley, according to a Maricopa Association of Govern-
With more F-35A Lightning II jets on the way, Luke Air Force Base is set to take off—and take the West Valley economy along for the ride. (Peoria Times file
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ments study. 16. APS fire report A lengthy report revealed the fire at an APS solar-charging station that
15. No driver needed A futuristic autonomous shuttle made its debut around P83, taking fans to and from Spring Training. 14. Local elections Though hardly as contentious as the presidential election, new school board members were elected and most school funding requests passed by West ValSEE TOP 20 PAGE 4
An autonomous van—no driver needed—gave Spring Training fans futuristic rides. (Peoria Times file photo)
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As of mid-December, the city of Peoria spent just over $100,000 to assist residents, with 109 homes receiving $26,000 in utility assistance and 39 families receiving $74,000 for rent/ mortgage assistance, according to Kristina Perez, a city spokeswoman. The program started Oct. 1 and will run until funds are exhausted, according to the city. For more information, contact the Peoria Community Assistance Program office at 623-9793911 ext. 405 or visit peoriaaz.gov/ communityassistance. The city also has an information and referral helpline for COVID-19 assistance at 623-773-7770 (or email contactus@peoriaaz.gov). As Lisa Mattox, coordinator of Peoria’s Community Assistance Program, put it, “These are kind of crazy times, but we’re all doing the best we can.” She noted her department started doing outreach in the early days of the pandemic. “We got on board making sure we were providing resources to people as quickly as possible,” she said. “We started making phone calls to group homes and assisted living (facilities), making sure they had supplies and knew we were looking out for them.” Mattox said 1,000 people have called the helpline. “People are wanting to know about COVID testing, a lot of people have lost their jobs and are in need of utility and rental assistance,” she said. “We’ve been able to make that connection. We were very fortunate to receive some CARES money.” The money came to the city at just the right time. “It’s been really hard times for some people,” said Mattox. “We’ve definitely seen an increase in people reaching out for assistance—people who are about to be put out of their homes, people who have lost their homes.” Though the city phones have been ringing steadily, “It’s not all bad,” Mattox noted. “We are finding that even though it’s hard times and a lot of people who typically travel are not able to do that, although that’s sad, we’ve had some good things come out of that.
Cars lined up for a Holiday Drive-thru Open House event, one of the ways the city of Peoria helped people having a rough year. (Image courtesy city of Peoria)
“We had a Vistancia resident who was not able to travel (due to pandemic restrictions) call and say, ‘I want to use my money I would typically use for vacation to help people. How can I do that?’” A Peoria Community Assistance Program partner helped the Vistancia woman sponsor a family of six, with a single, working mother. The woman’s donation “made their holidays,” Mattox said. Peoria Mayor Cathy Carlat pushed to use CARES funds for residents and businesses. (Peoria Times file photo)
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The Las Vegas-style Desert Diamond Casino West Valley Casino opened—only to close due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. The casino reopened, with extra cleaning measures in place. (Peoria Times file photos) TOP 20 FROM PAGE 2
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was arrested and charged. Ordway, who has consistently proclaimed his innocence, is out on bail. 10. PUSD election failure While voters approved a Peoria Unified School District budget override, they rejected PUSD’s $125 million budget request. According to the district’s website addressing bond questions, “If the critical needs bond does not pass, Peoria Unified School District will not be able to provide all of the required maintenance and facility updates that are needed at our school and operational facilities.” 9. Lesko on the rise It was a big year for Rep. Debbie Lesko. The Peoria resident won reelection to represent the 8th Congressional District in a landslide—and was frequently on national news shows for her loyal defense of President Donald Trump. The loyalty earned her a trip on Air Force One and a few trips to the White House. 8. Taronis lands In a big win for the city’s economic development team, Taronis Fuels, a global producer of renewable and socially responsible fuel products, relocated to Peoria. A corporate headquarters and advanced manufacturing operations will create up to 500 new jobs. SEE TOP 20 PAGE 5
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7. Classrooms yo-yo In March, Gov. Doug Ducey closed all schools in Arizona. With kids learning online, classrooms stayed closed for months before tentatively reopening … only to close again in November and December. After winter breaks, many West Valley public schools will be online only when classes resume Monday, Jan. 4. But the PUSD Governing Board voted two weeks ago to have classrooms open after winter break “regardless of the benchmark data.” 6. The big deal is here After years and $400 million in construction costs, the Desert Diamond Casino West Valley opening was a full house in February—until pandemic restrictions forced it to fold. Eventually, the long-awaited, Las Vegas-style casino reopened with poker, blackjack tables and a whopping 1,100 slot machines. 5. Westgate mass shooting On May 20, three were shot at Westgate in an apparently random attack by a single shooter. The suspect allegedly was armed with an AR-15 rifle that jammed—preventing him from reaching his goal of shooting 10 people, according to a prosecutor. Police arrested Armando Hernandez, a 20-year-old Peoria resident, and charged him with multiple counts of aggravated assault. He allegedly told police he identifies as an “incel,” short for involuntarily celibate, and shot people “to gain respect.” A prosecutor said Hernandez had been planning the “mass casualty” attack for three years. 4. Smitty’s no more Long viewed as a “Peoria eyesore,” the long-vacant Smitty’s was suddenly torn down. While many say even a vacant lot is better than the dilapidated storefront, an attractive residential development is on the way. 3. State champs! A chaotic, often grim school year
was boosted by the Sunrise Mountain Mustangs, who stormed to the school’s first football title. The clincher was the Mustangs’ 4220 victory over the Ironwood Eagles in the 2020 AIA Football 5A State Championship Final. 2. Growth time The stage was set in 2020 for major Peoria expansion, as multiple largescale residential projects launch. The area around Olive and 83rd avenues alone is headed for a major renaissance, as construction started for developments on every corner. 1. COVID-19 The coronavirus was a wrecking ball, knocking down much of the year and destroying the word “normal.” West Valley cities raced to keep pace with the pandemic, issuing mask orders, making meetings online only, closing facilities and canceling events from Fourth of July to Christmas celebrations. Restaurants and other businesses struggled to survive during lockdown periods, with some receiving much-needed Paycheck Protection Program federal funding. As hospitals filled with COVID-19 patients struggling to breathe, the most devastating impact of the disease was on families that lost loved ones. Through Dec. 26, 4,902 people in Maricopa County died of COVID-19. The good news: Before 2020 came to a merciful close, a promising coronavirus vaccine was launched.
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Multiple locations to recycle Christmas trees BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Those interested in recycling Christmas trees can drop them off at various locations through Jan. 1. Remember to remove tree stands, decorations, hooks and lights. Artificial trees or wreaths will not be accepted. The following locations are accept-
No Polar Plunge
BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Every year, hundreds of brave people show up for the annual Peoria Polar Plunge, a tradition since 2008. This annual plunge into cold water is to bring awareness of water safety in the winter months and raise money for underprivileged children to take free swim lessons. The event has been canceled. But donations for swim lessons are still being encouraged. Residents can still register, donate and receive a free T-shirt like previous years. Registration is $25, which will sponsor a free two-week swim lesson in the spring and summer. To donate and get your shirt, visit ow.ly/KkvT50CSv7V.
ing live trees: • Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Avenue (entrance off Paradise Lane). • Walmart, 7975 W. Peoria Avenue. • Walmart, 21655 N. Lake Pleasant Parkway. • Home Depot, 9201 W. Peoria Avenue. • Home Depot, 25650 N. Lake Pleas-
ant Road. Lowe’s, 8497 W. Thunderbird Road. • Lowe’s, 25311 N. Lake Pleasant Road. • Sunrise Mountain Library, 21109 N. 98th Avenue (west side of parking lot). For more information, call 623-7737431. •
Vaccine rollout continues as COVID-19 spreads
Maricopa County continues Phase 1A vaccinations, including health care workers, first responders and school nurses. Residents of long-care facilities may receive vaccines this week. (Photo
BY TOM SCANLON
Peoria Times Managing Editor
While COVID-19 vaccines will not be provided to the public for weeks, if not months, hundreds of health care workers in Maricopa County received the first of a two-dose vaccine—as the coronavirus continues its alarming spread. On Christmas Eve, Maricopa County reported 4,670 new COVID-19 cases. In September and October, most days the county reported 500 or fewer new COVID-19 cases. The average number of new daily cases in the county in December is 3,865, more than double the November daily average of 1,558. Meanwhile, COVID-19 vaccinations at points of distribution like Abrazo West picked up steam, with the county reporting more than 18,000 people received vaccinations during last week’s beginning of the rollout. While the county focused on health
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care workers, this week, residents of senior facilities will begin receiving protection against a virus most deadly with the elderly. Three-quarters of the COVID-19 deaths in Maricopa County have been in the age group of 65 and older. And 1,488 of the county’s 4,840
deaths from COVID-19 were residents of long-term care facilities. Less than 2% of people in the county with COVID-19 have died from the disease. But 26% of the 5,714 people in
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long-term facilities diagnosed with the disease died. “The CDC is partnering with CVS, Walgreens and Managed Health Care Associates in the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care (LTC) Program to offer on-site COVID-19 vaccination services for residents of nursing homes and assisted-living facilities,” said Jen-
nifer Franklin, a county spokeswoman. She said most long-term care facilities in Maricopa County will be included in the CDC program. “The county will provide vaccinations to those facilities who are not part of the program. We do not yet know the total number of facilities or vaccine doses needed to fill in those gaps,”
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Franklin added. At Glencroft Center for Modern Aging in Glendale, the largest senior facility in the state, “We expect our licensed areas to be offered vaccines perhaps as early as the week of Dec. 28,” said Scott McClintock, Glencroft’s chief strategy officer. The first phase (1A) is for “paid and unpaid persons serving in health care settings who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients or infectious materials.” That includes workers at hospitals, long-term facilities and school nurses. According to Franklin, “more than
55,000 health care workers have registered” for the coronavirus vaccine, as of Dec. 24. The second phase (1B) includes police officers and teachers. The third phase (1C) for COVID-19 vaccinations includes people 65 and older. According to the county, “There is no sign-up process or pre-screen survey available for Phase 1B or 1C. More information about eligibility and the vaccine distribution process for populations prioritized in Phase 1B and 1C will be shared as soon as it becomes available.”
Arrest made in 2020 homicide, kidnapping, sexual assault BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF
Early Christmas morning, the Peoria Fire-Medical Department received a “baby on the way” call. “As our crews walked into home, mom had delivered a baby boy,” said Mario Bravo of the Peoria Fire-Medical Department. “Crews cleaned, attended and monitored mom and baby, including clamping the cord and letting dad cut the cord. Crews then transported to Thunderbird Hospital.” The family was so thankful—they named their new son after the captain/paramedic, Aaron Greathouse. (Photo courtesy Peoria Fire-Medical Department)
The Phoenix Police Department, Peoria Police Department and FBI Phoenix Field Office are asking for the public’s help in seeking potential victims and additional information about Lance David Ray, an alleged sexual offender and homicide suspect. Ray was recently arrested in connection with three separate incidents in 2000. In the Peoria incident, it is alleged that Ray kidnapped a 14-year-old, held him at gunpoint and sexually assaulted him. In the first of the two Phoenix Incidents, the charges allege that Ray kidnapped, bound and sexually assaulted a 17-year-old at gunpoint. The other incident involved an 18-year-old male victim who was shot and killed after a struggle. In 2020, DNA evidence linked Ray to these crimes. In October, Ray was arrested in Indiana, where he was visiting. He was extradited to Phoenix and booked into
Lance David Ray in 1999. (Photo courtesy Phoenix Police Department)
the Maricopa County Jail. The investigation is ongoing, and it is believed there may be additional victims. Ray lived in Phoenix from 1999 to 2003 before leaving the state. To provide information regarding Ray, email ReportRay@fbi.gov or call 1-800-CALL-FBI.
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Benevilla honors community service and business leadership champions BY PEORIA TIME STAFF
At its recent donor appreciation event, Benevilla honored leaders “who have influenced and made significant contributions to improving the lives of residents who live and work in our community.” The virtual event gave Benevilla the chance to pass out awards and appreciation for the hard work, dedication and passion of its donors. Sun City West resident Aloise Fail-
ing-Wrobel is the recipient of the Benevilla 2020 Bill Wolfrey Community Service award. “Aloise has been a true friend to Benevilla over the years, and we are so grateful for all she has and will continue to do to support our mission in the community,” said Jay Lickus, a Benevilla spokesman. The city of Peoria was the Benevilla 2020 Business Leadership Award Honoree. “The city of Peoria has been high-
ly supportive of Benevilla for over 21 years. Through grant funding, sponsorship support and donations of in-kind office space they support our mission and encourage our work within their city,” Lickus said. “Benevilla would not be the amazing resource it is today in the Northwest Valley without the support of our incredibly selfless donors,” said Sara Villanueva, Benevilla vice president of donor relations.
“We sincerely appreciate all they do for us and our community.” Benevilla is a not-for-profit human services agency dedicated to enhancing the lives of West Valley residents by providing care services for older adults, intellectually disabled adults, children and families. For more information on services and volunteer opportunities or to donate to Benevilla, call 623-584-4999 or visit benevilla.org.
Lesko votes against raising stimulus checks to $2,000 BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF
Rep. Debbie Lesko, who represents much of the West Valley in the 8th Congressional District, has been a diehard follower of President Donald Trump—but broke from him in voting Dec. 28 against increasing stimulus checks from $600 to $2,000. Trump said last week, “I am ask-
ing Congress to amend this bill and increase the ridiculously low $600 to $2,000.” On Dec. 28, the House of Representatives voted 275-134 (with 44 Republican representatives voting for) to boost stimulus checks to $2,000. The Republican-majority Senate also must approve it for the amount to be raised. After being one of 130 Republicans
to vote against the increase, Lesko released a statement: “At this time, I could not in good conscience vote for additional dollars without the offer of offsets and spending cuts to other programs, like foreign aid, to pay for these checks. We cannot continue to bankrupt our nation without a plan to address the issue down the line. “I recently voted to give help to small
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businesses and their workers, and offer financial help for the unemployed who, through no fault of their own, lost their jobs during the pandemic,” Lesko added. The Peoria Times asked Lesko for her thoughts on Trump’s repeatedly demanding a $2,000 payment—as he did again, after the Congress vote. At press time, Lesko had not replied.
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Let’s celebrate New Year’s Eve—without parties BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Peoria Times Columnist
As we stare 2021 in the face, here’s hoping that our elected leaders take a stand against one of the most serious public health threats currently facing the state of Arizona. New Year’s Eve. Which this year might as well be known as “The Planet’s Largest OneNight Superspreader Event.” One of the things we have learned about COVID-19 this year is that the virus thrives on congregations and people spending time together unmasked and in close proximity. That makes holidays especially dangerous in terms of community spread, as we saw a couple weeks after Thanksgiving, when positive case numbers spiked in Arizona and across the United States. As someone who has urged a balance between social restrictions and the economic damage those restrictions create—and as a human being who values family, spirituality and interpersonal connection—I was loath to suggest we legislate Hanukkah and Christmas out of existence this year. But let’s be honest: New Year’s Eve
has no such emotional or familial weight. It’s mostly just an excuse to tie one on for folks who are into that sort of thing. Personally, if history is any indication, I’ll be asleep before the ball drops in Times Square in New York City—where they intend to have a televised celebration sans crowd in 2021. As for the rest of you, you may not like this, but I’d be thrilled if our state’s governor, mayors and county supervisors took a page out of Tucson and Pima County’s book for one night only and declared a mandatory curfew beginning at 10 p.m. sharp and lasting until 5 in the morning. We can exempt first responders, doctors, nurses and other health care professionals, essential workers and the homeless, along with anyone else headed to work or dealing with a legitimate emergency. In keeping with the Pima County measure, bars, restaurants, clubs and other businesses that help people defy the curfew—say, by serving champagne at midnight—would be subject to having its license or business permit revoked. As for individual curfew breakers, I’d rather not tie up police officers writing citations as opposed to, say, tracking down New Year’s drunken
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drivers. But a stern warning wouldn’t bother me much. For the past nine months, I’ve found myself repeatedly caught between two warring factions: people who think COVID is fake and believe every mitigation measure is abysmally stupid and people who want to lock down the entire state “because if a lockdown would be enough to save even a single life, then that’s our responsibility.” I have disagreed with both sides at every turn, arguing instead for two things these camps seem to have forgotten: personal responsibility and balance. The notion of a New Year’s Eve curfew irks me, because it represents government depriving citizens of our freedom. With that said, it’s not much of a deprivation: one night where we’d be forced to head home a few hours early. Balanced against avoiding the inevita-
ble positive case spike, especially after the Christmas holidays, one night of curtailed fun seems a small price to pay. With the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines already being distributed and an end to this nightmarish year—and potentially the pandemic—finally at hand, now seems like a lousy time to risk your health or the health of those you love. Regardless, even a cursory scan of the events listings shows lots of nightclubs planning to host lots of New Year’s parties to welcome in 2021. Not to mention thousands of intimate gatherings that will happen in thousands of living rooms. There oughta be a law. Because hoping people will display some common sense has failed all year long. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com
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High demand puts Peoria homes on the ‘Nice’ list BY LISA BAKER Peoria Times Guest Writer
While tracking the ups and downs, historic lows keep the Valley real estate market at the top
of the “Nice” list. According to the National Association of Realtors 2020 Real Estate Forecast Summit, the Phoenix metro area ranked among the top 10 markets during the pandemic and in a postCOVID environment in 2021-22. While rankings considered various factors, relocation to the area, the percentage of workers working from home and the number of multi-generational households were cited as top reasons Phoenix made the list. That’s encouraging news, as the potential for COVID-19-related foreclosures and evictions continues to be a looming concern. High demand and low inventory con-
tinue to keep our local market strong. During November, 399 MLS listing sales closed in Glendale and 380 in Peoria. As of Dec. 21, there were 159 active and available listings (not counting properties already under contract or pending close of escrow) in MLS in Glendale and 179 active listings in Peoria. That’s 40% of one month’s inventory in Glendale (down from 50% in October) and 47% of one month’s inventory in Peoria (down from 56% in October). The Dec. 21 Maricopa County inventory was 69.5% of November’s closed sales (down from 75.8% in October). Showing traffic continues to see slight decreases. According to ShowingTime, the platform Realtors use to schedule most of the MLS showings, during November, listings in the $200,000-$299,999 range averaged 12.97 showings per listing in Glendale and 14.09 in Peoria. The next closest was the $300,000-
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$399,999 range, with 12.57 showings per listing in Glendale and 9.51 showings per listing in Peoria. And not every showing is scheduled through ShowingTime, so the actual numbers are higher. According to Freddie Mac, mortgage rates have hit another record low. As of Dec. 17, National Mortgage Rates reported U.S. weekly averages of 2.67% for a 30-year fixed, 2.21% for a 15-year fixed rate and 2.79% for a five-year ARM. November entry-level prices for a detached home with three bedrooms and two baths increased and decreased across financing options. While the lowest price paid for a home with conventional financing in Maricopa County increased to $172,900, Glendale conventional buyers saw a decrease to $221,200 and Peoria conventional buyers a reduction to $172,900. Buyers using FHA financing saw declines in prices paid with a minimum of $178,000 in Maricopa County, paid in Peoria, while Glendale FHA buyers paid a minimum of $199,000. Peoria VA buyers saw no change,
with a minimum of $260,000 paid, while Glendale VA buyers saw an increase to $240,000 and Maricopa County VA buyers an increase to $215,640. According to MLS statistics, the number of buyers financing their purchases in November dropped from 83.7% to 76.4%. Conventional financing made up 77.5% of those sales, FHA 14.8%, VA 7.6% and the remaining sales used other financing methods. If your finances are seeing fewer ups than downs right now, please know that you are not alone. If you’re a homeowner, contact your lender to see what programs they are offering. If you’re a tenant, rental assistance is available through the Arizona Department of Housing website at saveourhomeaz. gov. If you’re a landlord, you can apply for aid at arizonatogether.org/grants. Lisa Baker sells homes in Glendale, Peoria and other parts of the West Valley. For more information, vist LisaRBaker.com, MoveToGlendaleAZ.com or facebook.com/LRBakerREALTOR.
Time to renew Peoria business licenses BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF It’s that time of year to renew Peoria business licenses. Any city business license is valid only for the calendar year in which it is issued. They expire on Dec. 31 of each year and must be renewed annually. The city will automatically bill
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What will be the hot antique and collectibles of 2021? Before EJ’s Auction & Appraisal’s third annual New Year’s Day online auction Friday, Jan. 1, Erik Hoyer, EJ’s owner and auctioneer, is sharing his predictions for five items that will be in demand in 2021: • Vintage timepieces: “For centuries, people have been fascinated with horology, which is the study of the measurement of time. And when it comes to collecting vintage watches and timepieces, the market continues to be strong. Vintage brands that are doing well at auction include Rolex, Cartier, Breitling, Movado, Omega, Longines and Patek Philippe.”
• Gold coins and jewelry: With gold markets rallying, Hoyer believes the value of gold will continue to increase. “Gold coins will continue to do well at auction, especially if they are highly graded. Gold jewelry is also in demand. Brands that do well include Cartier, Georg Jensen, Kristoff, and costume jewelry manufacturers like Weiss and Eisenberg.” • Boats: “While there has been an increase for demand for all sporting goods, like camping gear, trampolines, roller skates and fishing equipment, sales for boats have been off the charts.” Hoyer said EJ’s has seen an increased demand for all types of
watercraft, from kayaks and jet skis to power boats and water sports gear. • Bicycles: “Some experts say bikes are ‘the new toilet paper.’ There’s a huge shortage, with some on back order through 2021. … There’s also a strong demand for vintage bicycles.” • Home and design products: “Not only are people redecorating by switching out their art and other home décor, sales of outdoor furniture and accessories have seen unprecedented growth as people create fresh new looks for their patios, decks and gardens.” EJ’s Auction & Appraisal’s third annual New Year’s Day auction will fea-
ture high-end antiques and collectibles from several affluent estates. Items expected to create a bidding frenzy include a vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date 18-karat gold watch, an 1894 $20 Liberty Head gold coin, fine art, a Colt General George S. Patton collector edition pistol, and an antique, circa 1895, Charles Looff Circus World carousel horse. A free public preview takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31. The New Year’s Day auction starts at noon. Due to the pandemic, the auction is online only. EJ’s Auction & Appraisal is at 5880 W. Bell Road in Glendale, on the northeast corner of 59th Avenue and Bell Road. For details, visit ejsauction.com or call 623-878-2003.
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miss Christmas. Herod (local and state government) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:3. The priests (religion) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:4. The scribes (education and media) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:4. The innkeeper (business) missed Christmas. Luke 2:7. The Roman Empire and Caesar Augustus (federal government) missed Christmas. Luke 2:1. All of Jerusalem (people in a big city) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:3. The Roman soldiers (military) missed Christmas. Matthew 2:16. Remember, seeing starts with looking. Isn’t what is inside of the present the primary goal of a gift? But it’s so hard to see when my eyes are on me. The first Christmas didn’t have shiny wrapping and a red bow. There was no glitter or caroling in the stable that night. And a baby in a manger in swaddling clothes was not as exciting as the Patriots vs. the Seahawks. Somehow, some looked beyond the outside of the present and found the
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wise men were looking for the real Christmas. Simeon was looking for the real Christmas. Anna was looking for the real Christmas. Christmas only begins “to look a lot like Christmas” if you’re looking a lot for Christmas. It’s easy to look at the beauty of a Christmas gift. Shiny gold wrapping paper, under a tree, with a big red bow and your name on it. The sound of Christmas carols, the smell of lunch or dinner, and getting a few days off from work causes us to overlook the real Christmas. That kind of Christmas is shiny, glittery, tinselly and perhaps shallow or empty. Many people see the shadows of Christmas but miss the substance of Christmas. They focus more on form than function. The birth of Jesus becomes the vehicle, and Christmas cheer becomes the driver, going where it wants to go, seeing only what it wants to see. Be aware. There are heaps of Scrooges and Grinches out there, strutting and preening about, wanting us to gaze at them and glance at The Savior. When you do that, you
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atmosphere filled with both fear and anger at the same time? A man was looking for who he called “The consolation of Israel.” His name was Simeon. The Lord told him that he would not die until he saw the Savior. I’m not sure if he was good-looking, but I can tell this: He sure was good at looking. Simeon was aware, his eyes wide open, understanding that the time was coming when he would see His Savior. He refused to close his ears or his eyes to a word from God. At the appointed time, God’s word became visible in Simeon’s world. Simeon saw His Savior because he was looking for His Savior. “Now Lord, let me depart in peace … for my eyes have seen Thy salvation” (Luke 2:30). He saw Christ. Christ was the reason for Christmas. The first step for seeing is to be looking. In the Christmas account in the Scripture, Elizabeth and Zacharias were looking for the real Christmas. Mary and Joseph were looking for the real Christmas. The shepherds were looking for the real Christmas. The
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real gift of Christmas on the inside of the present. They discovered the best presents are wrapped in heaven. Those who were looking for Christmas, the first Christmas, didn’t just cognize Christmas. They “re-cognized” Christmas. Recognition is cognition on steroids. Here’s an empowering takeaway for you: Whatever you don’t recognize, you don’t appreciate. Whatever you don’t appreciate, you don’t celebrate. Whatever you don’t celebrate may eventually exit your life. Hint: There could be something you are not seeing because you aren’t looking. And, it could be costing you dearly, like our need for The Savior. For those who saw the real Christmas this year, don’t be surprised if God takes you on a lengthy journey of inconvenience and repositions you into your destiny, just like Joseph and
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Peoria Unified School District keeps classrooms open BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Many public school classrooms in Glendale will be closed to start 2021, as most districts are in online-only mode after a post-Thanksgiving spike in COVID-19 cases in communities. But Peoria Unified School District classrooms at Glendale and Peoria high schools and elementary schools will be open Jan. 4. The Peoria Unified School District Governing Board voted to keep classrooms open after winter break “regardless of benchmark data.” Guidance from the county indicates PUSD, with two consecutive weeks of “substantial” data as of Dec. 24, has a recommended learning scenario of “virtual with onsite support.” Maricopa County spokesman Ron Coleman noted the guidelines are flexible. “It is correct that if all three metrics are in the red, ‘virtual’ should be recommended,” Coleman said. “If, however, a school is able to support safe in-school learning, we support that as well.” Indeed, according to a Dec. 17 county webinar, “with the recent publications emphasizing the benefits of in-person learning, particularly for elementary schools, and the emerging data indicating that in-person school attendance is not a risk factor for youth testing positive for COVID-19, MCDPH recommends preferentially keeping elementary and middle schools open for in-person learning.” The county updates school district data each Thursday, with three benchmarks: cases per 100,000, percentage of positive tests and percentage of “COVID-like illnesses.” Anything over 100 cases per 100,000 is considered “substantial spread”— and the West Valley is many times above that minimum.
Peoria Unified School District, despite being “in the red” for two consecutive weeks, will keep its classrooms open when winter break ends Jan. 4. The PUSD board voted to keep classrooms open “regardless of benchmark data.” (Peoria Times file photo)
A Dec. 24 update shows PUSD’s three benchmarks remain “in the red” for the second consecutive week. The cases per 100,000 in the PUSD community rose from 582 the previous week to 584. According to Maricopa County Department of Public Health guidance, school districts that have all three benchmarks in the red category of substantial risk for two consecutive weeks should “consult Public Health about preparation for virtual with onsite support.” On Dec. 17, the Glendale Elementary School District analyzed the latest information from Maricopa County’s school metrics and decided to extend the online-only model. GESD classrooms will remain closed through January. The district’s winter break is Dec. 21 through Jan. 4. “As we approach winter break, we understand that you are looking for a clear direction regarding our plans for returning after the break,” Superintendent Cindy Segotta-Jones said in a
post on the district’s website and Facebook page. “The Maricopa County Department of Public Health released metrics today indicating that all three benchmarks are in the red for all three of our GESD zip codes.” One of the benchmarks showed cases per 100,000 in the GESD community soared from 324 the previous week to 540. A Dec. 24 update shows the cases per 100,000 in the GESD community rose even more, to 617. “Based on the benchmarks, it is recommended that all GESD schools operate in the virtual learning model with onsite support upon our return from winter break,” Segotta-Jones wrote. “… We must also take into account the potential for increased exposure and transmission of COVID-19 in our communities as we continue planning for metrics updates in January. “That said, the earliest projected date for a return to school in the hybrid model is Monday, Feb. 1,” she wrote. Monday, Jan. 4, is a Professional
Growth Day for GESD, with no virtual instruction for students on that day. Online classes resume Jan. 5. For more information, visit gesd40. org. Deer Valley Unified School District will also begin the next semester online when winter break ends. According to DVUSD, kindergarten through eighth graders will have virtual learning from Jan. 4 through Jan. 15, with students returning to classrooms Jan. 19. DVUSD high school students will be in virtual learning for an extra week, with high school classrooms reopening Jan. 25. The Dec. 24 county update showed 525 cases per 100,000 in the DVUSD community. At Glendale Union High School District, “All students will continue virtual/remote learning from home on Tuesday, Jan. 5,” according to the latest district information. The Dec. 24 county update showed 539 cases per 100,000 in the GUHSD community. “The Arizona Department of Health Services developed the benchmark thresholds at the request of the education community as a guide to help school districts determine when it is safe to return to in-person instruction. The experiences of other countries have indicated that reopening schools may be lower risk in communities with lower community transmission,” according to the schools COVID-19 website. According to Maricopa County, “School nurses and other school healthcare personnel are eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19 in Phase 1A.” Also according to the county’s school COVID-19 website, following SEE PUSD PAGE 21
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NOTICE FOR BID *** MATERIALS MANAGEMENT 9875 N. 85th Ave., 2nd Floor Peoria, Arizona 85345 Phone: (623) 773-7115 Fax: (623) 773-7118 BID NOTIFICATION INFORMATION SOLICITATION NUMBER: P21-0043 TYPE OF SOLICITATION: (RFP) Request for Proposal BUYER NAME: Drew Ashmun BUYER PHONE NUMBER: (623) 7737116 DESCRIPTION: Traffic Control for Spring Training and Other Events PREBID MEETING DATE: January 11, 2021 at 10:00 AM AZ Time. SOLICITATION DUE DATE: January 25, 2021 at 5:00 PM (Arizona Time) Solicitation is available for download from our website at: www.peoriaaz.gov Published in the Peoria Times Publication December 24, 31, 2020 / 35143
PUBLIC NOTICE PROPOSALS FOR 2021-2022 On January 4, 2021, the City will begin accepting proposals for the use of Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus (CDBG CV) funds. Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), the City of Peoria will receive approximately $979,134 in additional CDBG CV funds. These funds must be used to prevent, prepare for and respond to the COVID19 pandemic. Use of the CDBG CV funds is restricted to CDBG-eligible purposes, and cannot be used for activities that are being covered by other federal, state or local resources. The proposal submission deadline for agencies who wish to utilize these funds is January 25, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. Funds are anticipated to be available beginning April 2021. All applicants are required to submit proposals utilizing the application form that will be made available on the City’s website at www.peoriaaz.gov/notforprofitgrants. Completed applications must be submitted via email to communityassistance@peoriaaz.gov by the above-referenced deadline. Additional information may be obtained by writing to: City of Peoria Attn: Community Assistance Division 9875 N. 85th Avenue Peoria, Arizona 85345 Or by written email 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 email at communityassistance@peoriaaz.gov Asistencia en español: Para que le interpreten la solicitud en español, llame al (623)773-7250. Published in the Peoria Times Publication Dates: December 17, 24, 31, 2020 / 34904
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PUBLIC NOTICE PROPOSALS FOR 2021-2022 On January 4, 2021, the City will begin accepting proposals for the use of HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and General Fund Not-for-Profit grants for the July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022 funding cycle. The City anticipates receiving CDBG funds of approximately $830,000 and a HOME Program allocation of approximately $220,000. The exact allocations will not be determined until finalized by the Federal Government. The City also anticipates General Fund monies of $196,500 to be available. The proposal submission deadline for agencies who wish to utilize these funds is January 25, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. Funds are anticipated to be available in July 2021, for General Fund programs and October 2021, for Federal programs. All applicants will be required to submit proposals utilizing ZoomGrants, an on-line, cloud based system. Applicants interested in applying for grant funding must register with ZoomGrants in order to obtain a login and access to the City’s grant applications. A link to ZoomGrants and the applications will be available on the City’s website at www.peoriaaz.gov/notforprofitgrants beginning January 4, 2021. Additional information may be obtained by writing to: City of Peoria Attn: Community Assistance Division 9875 N. 85th Avenue Peoria, Arizona 85345 Or by written e-mail to: communityassistance@peoriaaz.gov Accommodations for individuals with disabilities - Alternative format materials, sign language interpretation, assistive listening devices or interpretation in languages other than English are available upon 72 hours advance notice through the City of Peoria’s Community Assistance Division, 9875 N. 85th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85345; (623)773-7250; TDD (623)773-7221, or email at communityassistance@peoriaaz.gov. Asistencia en español: Para que le interpreten la solicitud en español, llame al (623)773-7250. Published in the Peoria Times Publication Dates: December 17, 24, 31, 2020 / 34902
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Ceiling Fans Troubleshooting/ Inspection Repairs Remodels/Additions
623-546-7714
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LOCKSMITH
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623-329-2043 CONCRETE / MASONRY
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602.956.7299
PATIOS, WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS, RV PARKING
3942 E. Campbell, Phoenix, AZ 85018 After hours call 602.956.7299
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ROC Lic. #K-09 149540 • Insured • References Available
Office 623-872-7622
ROC#289851
DOORS
PLUMBING
SECURITY
250
$
TOTAL PACKAGE Locks & Installed
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ELECTRIC
FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
Kite Plumbing FREE ESTIMATES
Doubles & 8 ft doors starting at $
650
IRONSMITH DOORS, INC
623-486-5777
Michael Kite
602-329-2790 “Licensed, bonded and insured” ROC #267604
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623.847.4600 PAINTING
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Dobash PLUMBING, INC.
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Lic# C37R122566 L37-122567
602-471-2346
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POOL SERVICES
WINDOWS
SAME DAY SERVICE
COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED
623.878.1102
AE&Sons
High Quality Experts 22 Years Experience
30 Years Experience References Available
Pools Plastering Co. LLC
Licensed Bonded Insured ROC 286561
All Complete Pool Remodeling Plastering, re-plaster & pebbles All types of custom plastering Dive-to-play pool conversion New Pool Builds We accept credit cards
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602-743-3175
• Free Estimates / Free Inspections
602-505-8066 Cell
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Serving all types of roofing
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Dunn Edwards Quality Paint Small Stucco/Drywall Repairs
Commercial / Residential 15 Years Experience Interior/Exterior Clean Jobs Free Estimates (623) 329-6966 DesertHomes1592 @gmail.com ROC 328279
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Quality Plumbing with Quality Service
Interior/Exterior Painting 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE
480-338-4011
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602-667-3667 Phoenix www.liwindow.com
• Tile
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• Shingles
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• Foam
• Repairs
• Coating • Modified Bitumen
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