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Questions surround SUSD's high turf cost NEWS ............................... 13 Scottsdale church sues City of Phioenix.

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BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

our high school football teams in the Scottsdale Uni�ied School District began the season on new arti�icial turf �ields in 2018, following a trend away from natural grass that has taken hold nationwide. While SUSD of�icials have stated the move was cost-effective, a Progress analysis suggests SUSD may have signi�icantly overpaid for the �ield renovations at Saguaro, Coronado and Chaparral high schools compared to similar projects at area high schools in recent years. SUSD paid $8,079,097 for renovations at those three schools that included new arti�icial turf �ields and running tracks. Each project cost between approximately $2.5 million and $2.8 million.

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(Zachary Alvira/Progress Sports Editor)

Linebacker Connor Soell and other members of the Sabercats state championship football team practice on Saguaro High School’s new synthetic turf ﬁeld, which was constructed using funds from the bond approved by voters in 2016.

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Comparable projects completed at area schools in the past �ive years showed a per�ield cost of between $1 million and $1.5 million. The �ield renovations were paid for through the 2016 voter-approved bond. The district cited lower maintenance, upkeep, labor and water costs when it decided to pursue arti�icial turf installation for worn out �ields at Saguaro, Coronado, Chaparral, Arcadia and Desert Mountain high schools. Arti�icial turf does not have to be watered for growth, (Special to the Progress) though water is still used to A birds-eye view of the new football ﬁelds at Saguaro, Coronado and Chaparral High Schools. a lesser degree to cool arti�icial turf, which can heat up in for that meeting indicates the services schools in the Valley that undertook direct sunlight and high temperatures. were only for school site rebuilds. similar projects in recent years using Internal documents show that the Then Superintendent Denise Birdwell CORE. district relied heavily on Hunt & Cara- had previously justi�ied circumventing In 2013, Paradise Valley Uni�ied way, the architect it hired to manage the board to award architectural servic- School District paid $4,541,968 to rethe construction process. es to Hunt & Caraway for another bond place existing grass �ields with arti�icial That company was also involved project at Hopi Elementary School, turf �ields at four high schools. in several Scottsdale school rebuilds contending the �irm had already unThat price included replacing pole that led to an investigation by the Ari- dergone review by the private procure- vault and long jump runways and pits zona Attorney General’s of�ice, which ment cooperative 1GPA, according to a at North Canyon and Shadow Mountain sued the district in an attempt to halt report by KJZZ and Arizona Center for high schools and new discus and shotconstruction on two bond projects at Investigative Reporting. put pads at Horizon and Shadow MounHohokam and Cherokee Elementary That review turned out to be �lawed, tain high schools. Schools. as it failed to �ind criminal procurement In 2015 and 2016, CORE converted The AG alleged that then Hunt & Car- violations from Robichaux’s past and three �ields in Buckeye Union High away President Brian Robichaux, who never noticed that he was not a licensed School District from grass to synthetic was SUSD’s principal architect and sat architect in Arizona. turf at Buckeye, Estrella Foothills and on the contractor selection committee, An internal district memo shows that Youngker High Schools for $3,536,706 illegally attempted to in�luence another the �ield renovations may have been – less than half of what SUSD paid CORE member of the committee on behalf of awarded at the same time as the Hopi for its three �ields. speci�ic contractors, including CORE project. CORE Construction did not respond Construction. On Feb. 1, 2017, then-Chief Financial to multiple requests for comment. The complaint alleged that Robich- Of�icer Daniel O’Brien wrote the disDennis Roehler, SUSD director of faaux urged that CORE Construction be trict’s procurement of�ice: “It is recom- cilities management, said that he could ranked �irst for the Hohokam project mended that Hunt Caraway Architects not speculate as to why the SUSD projand Chasse Building Team as �irst for be awarded the contract(s) to design ects cost more than comparable projthe Cheyenne project. the Hopi remodel, football �ields of: Sa- ects in other districts, only stating that There is no evidence that Robichaux guaro, Chaparral, & Coronado, and Cen- many factors contributed to the overall advocated on behalf of CORE Construc- tral Kitchen remodel.” costs. tion for the athletic �ield renovations. CORE Construction, the construction Those factors included “moving The AG’s complaint was limited to the manager at risk hired by the district, re- scoreboards; replacing asphalt under projects at Cheyenne and Hohokam el- ceived $7,458,710 for the �ield projects the track; regrading to correct drainage ementary schools. – exceeding the $7,370,178 guaranteed issues on both track and �ield; monsoon Hunt & Caraway apparently was maximum price approved by the school storms that impacted Chaparral and awarded the contract for the �ield proj- board in May 2017. Saguaro; adding storm drainage and an ects without board approval. Though the �inal construction cost impermeable liner under the Saguaro Following multiple requests, district was only a little over one percent above and Chaparral �ields; drywells; and representatives could not provide the the GMP, it appears the district’s initial electrical upgrades.” Progress with an exact date for the cost projections were high. But many of those factors played a board’s approval. District contracts indicate the district role in the other school districts’ �ield The board approved an architectural expected to spend $7.5 million on the projects. services contract with Hunt & Cara- three �ields. That per-�ield cost of $2.5 way in December 2016, but the agenda million is above costs incurred by other �� TURF �� 6

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lower per �ield costs than SUSD. Some of the increased costs can also be tied to Scottsdale Uni�ied’s use of an architect on the project. The district paid Hunt & Caraway $522,468 for architectural design services on the three �ields, or nearly $175,000 per �ield. Multiple individuals with knowledge of the district’s procurement processes questioned why SUSD chose to hire an architect instead of an engineer to design the �ields, which is typically cheaper. For comparison, the district paid engineering �irm Hess-Rountree $56,073 to design the new track and �ield at Arcadia under supervision of district staff. Emails show that Hess-Rountree actually worked on the Saguaro, Coronado and Chaparral �ields as well. District of�icials said an architect was needed because of the complexity of the project. Ultimately, the district still faced cost overruns on the �ield projects because of unforeseen complications. “Initial projections fell short of actual costs,” Roehler said. “In each case, unanticipated conditions occurred at each construction site that needed to be addressed, resulting in additional costs.”

SUSD paid CORE Construction $7,458,710 under a CMAR contract. The CMAR, or construction manager at risk, procurement process allows districts to weigh various factors, not just cost, when selecting contractors. After a CMAR selection, the district awards a guaranteed maximum price. A 2014 study by Clemson University of 137 public schools in the southeastern U.S. found that CMAR contracts resulted in higher quality than design-bid contracts but also produce higher costs. “Essentially, public school administrators were paying a signi�icant premium to obtain perceived improvements in both service and product quality,” the study said. Arizona legislators this year added new rules for school districts’ procurement processes that take effect next July and require districts to award contracts to the lowest quali�ied bid. The decision to use a CMAR contract alone does not account for the increased costs incurred by SUSD. Both Paradise Valley Uni�ied and Buckeye Union High School districts utilized the CMAR procurement process and came away with considerably

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School board to pay architectural �irm $345,000 BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

he Scottsdale Uni�ied School District will pay Hunt & Caraway Architects over $345,000 to resolve payment disputes related to several former and ongoing site renovations and rebuilds funded by the district’s 2016 voter-approved bond. The payment is part of a settlement reached with the architectural �irm that the governing board approved Dec. 20. The district had retained Hunt & Caraway for pre-bond services in 2016 and then contracted with the company for project management and architecture services – including the much-maligned rebuild of Hopi Elementary School and the cancelled projects at Hohokam Elementary and the District Central Kitchen. In the settlement, the district agreed to pay Hunt & Caraway for the services rendered for rebuild and renovation projects at Hopi Elementary School and Pima Traditional School. Under the settlement, Hunt & Caraway is required to pay all subcontractors what they are due in order to resolve any ma-

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The Scottsdale Uniﬁed School District Governing Board unanimously approved a settlement with Hunt & Caraway Architects to resolve payment disputes related to several former and ongoing site renovations and rebuilds funded by the district’s 2016 voter-approved bond.

terials or mechanical liens related to the projects. The agreement saves the district approximately $38,275, according to a tally of outstanding payments due to Hunt & Caraway for services on the Hopi and Pima projects. Additionally, the district will pay the �irm $5,250 for services on the three athletic

�ield rebuilds at Saguaro, Coronado and Chaparral High Schools. The district had already paid the �irm $522,468 for those projects under a $525,000 contract. Hunt & Caraway agreed to refund the district $16,485.63 for work on the district central kitchen. The �irm also agreed to waive $105,427 related to the cancelled

rebuild at Hohokam Elementary. The planned rebuild at Hohokam and the central kitchen project were cancelled earlier this year after the state Attorney General sued over the fact that the district’s lead architect, Hunt & Caraway’s Brian Robichaux, was not licensed in Arizona and that he illegally in�luenced the awarding of construction contracts for projects at Hohokam and Cheyenne Traditional School. The district settled with the Attorney General’s of�ice in October, agreeing to a $5,000 �ine and procurement and �inancial training for staff along with additional purchasing oversight for three years. Hunt & Caraway and Robichaux were also named as defendants in that case, which is ongoing. Both parties agreed not to pursue further litigation against the other related to pre-bond work provided by Hunt & Caraway or the company’s work at Hopi, Pima, Hohokam, the Central Kitchen or the athletic �ield rebuilds. The settlement indicated the projects at Hopi and Pima are ongoing and Hunt & Caraway will continue to provide services until they are complete.

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Move over, Sophia; Make room for Jessica BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

ne thing is clear from the latest list of the most popular baby names in Arizona this year. The women born three decades ago are choosing entirely different names for their new babies. Consider Jessica. In 1988 it was the top name chosen by Arizona families for their new girls. Even 15 years ago it was still in the Top 20. And now? There are so few Jessicas born in Arizona that it doesn’t even make the 100 most popular names for girls born in this state that is compiled annually by the Arizona Department of Health Services. Put another way, there were more Rylees, Evas, Sadies, Autums and Daleyza born in Arizona this year than Jessicas. But it isn’t just Jessica that has fallen out of favor. Take Ashley, which was No. 2 in

HOW THE TOP 10 NAMES HAVE CHANGED TOP 10 NAMES FOR BOYS FOR SELECTED YEARS: 1988 2003 2013 2018 1 Michel Jacob Liam Liam 2 Christopher Jose Jacob Noah 3 Matthew Daniel Noah Sebastian 4 Joshua Michael Daniel Oliver 5 Daniel Anthony Alexander Benjamin 6 David Angel Aiden Daniel 7 Andrew Jesus Michael Mateo 8 Robert Joshua Mason Alexander 9 Justin Andrew Anthony Julian 10 Ryan David Jayden Elijah TOP 10 NAMES FOR GIRLS FOR SELECTED YEARS: 1988 2003 2013 2018 1 Jessica Emily Sophia Emma 2 Ashley Emma Isabella Olivia 3 Amanda Ashley Emma Mia 4 Sarah Alyssa Mia Isabella 5 Jennifer Samantha Olivia Sophia 6 Stephanie Isabella Emily Mila 7 Brittany Alexis Abigail Camila 8 Samantha Madison Ava Charlotte 9 Nicole Abigail Sofia Amelia 10 Danielle Hannah Madison Emily – Source: Arizona Department of Health Services

1988. Also nowhere on this year’s Top 100. Ditto Amanda, Sarah and Jennifer, which rounded out the 1988 Top 5. What’s replaced them? Emma, the 2017 top choice of Arizona parents, makes a repeat appearance in the same position. Yet that’s a name that was nowhere near the top of the list three decades ago when the current crop of parents were being named themselves. There are other indications of trends coming and going. A decade ago the name Nevaeh – Heaven spelled backward – cracked the Top 20. Various sources credited the sudden increase in popularity with a decision by Sonny Sandoval, frontman for the Christian rock group P.O.D – Payable on Death – to choose that name for his newborn daughter and take her on MTV in 2000. This year? It sits at No. 78. Literature and movies also have effects. Remember the “Twilight’’ series that was so popular a decade ago with heroine Bella Swan? In 2010, the name Bella cracked the Top 20 list after the novels and movies about vampires and werewolves. This year? Not so much, with Bella down to No. 33. For boys, the shift in preferences are not always as radical. Sure, Liam tops the 2018 chart, followed by Noah, Sebastian, Oliver and Benjamin. Those are all names that were not near the top 30 years ago. But in some ways Liam is just another form of William. And that was among the Top 20 in 1988. On the other side of the equation, not all of the popular names from 30 years ago have disappeared. In 1988, Michael was the top name for boys. And even this year it came in at No. 13. And James and Daniel, other names out of the Bible, are about as popular now as they were in 1988. Among non-Biblical names, however, the list is a bit more volatile. Ryan, a Top 20 name from 1988, has now fallen to No. 84. And Justin, Kyle and Brandon have all now dropped off the Top 100 list entirely.

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negotiate lower costs with vendors and contractors and that the city should only borrow money for long-term projects, not ongoing costs. Whitehead has also expressed a desire to increase development fees on apartment developers to cover the infrastructure costs of new development. And she wants the city to adhere to planning guidelines in the 2001 General Plan – which she thinks should be updated. The city has not adopted a new plan since voters turned down a proposed update in 2012. “It shows the disconnect between City Hall and the community,” she said.

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Several developers will quite literally shape the way Scottsdale looks in 2019 and beyond as they transform some of the city’s most iconic properties and remaining open spaces. The Southbridge 2 project will likely go before the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council later this

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Developer Carter Unger’s Southbridge 2 project would reshape downtown Scottsdale along the Arizona Canal, Fifth Avenue and Scottsdale Road.

year. The project will include new walking paths and pedestrian connections to encourage walkability. Developer Carter Unger said the goal of the project is to increase traf�ic in the area for local retailers during traditionally slow months and provide extra parking during peak season. “The project, which features retail, multiple hotels and a Class A of�ice building along with 1,500 parking spots, would run along Fifth Avenue from the Arizona Canal to Scottsdale Road. It would bring increased height and density, especially near the canal and Scottsdale Road and Stetson Drive, the site planned for the hotels and of�ice building. In southern Scottsdale, the developers

behind the Papago Plaza redevelopment recently received the zoning approvals they needed from City Council to move forward with a new mixed-use development that will feature retail, a grocery store, a hotel and lots of residential housing. Though the project received approval, the City Council required the developer to hold additional meetings with neighbors, many of whom expressed concerns about the amount of residential space going into the development. Further north, Nationwide will break ground in 2019 on Cavasson, the massive mixed-use development that will include Nationwide’s new regional headquarters near Loop 101 and Hayden.

Mobilized residents Like those political groups, many residents like Emily Austin were galvanized by the Prop 420 issues and plan to remain politically engaged. Austin, a jewelry designer who has lived in Scottsdale for over 30 years, said she �irst became interested in local govern-

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Howard Myers, president of Protect Our Preserve, said his group will focus on making sure that Prop 420 is implemented and will work to ensure that City Council and city staff abide by the Preserve Ordinance and work appropriately with the McDowell Sonoran Preserve Commission. Myers also said he would like to see the council reverse its decision to impose a two-term limit on preserve commissioners. Another pro-Prop 420 group, NoDDC, has plans to remain politically engaged in 2019 and beyond. Founder Jason Alexander said those issues could extend well beyond the preserve. Though he lives in the northern part of the city, Alexander recently echoed some concerns from neighbors down south about the Papago Plaza redevelopment. He showed up at the City Council meeting on the project and sent out an of�icial NoDDC newsletter expressing concerns that the project included too much residential and not enough retail.

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Scottsdale Resident Emily Austin has now started a Facebook page where residents can share concerns and information about the city.

ment when a developer proposed a new housing development on 20 acres near her home in 2017. She then became involved with the push to put Proposition 420 on the ballot. Austin said she took a year off from her job, became a notary and oversaw a team that collected over 900 signatures. She has remained politically active since the election and is currently concerned that the city’s new scooter ordinance does not go far enough to address safety issues. She also hopes to promote new regulations requiring candidates for of�ice to recycle campaign signs. Austin has also set up the Save Scottsdale Facebook page as a place for residents to share information and become engaged with local government issues.

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Howard Myers of the Protect Our Preserve Organization said his group will continue to advocate on behalf of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve.

old Arcadia High graduate who took an interest in the district’s governance during the administration of former Superintendent Denise Birdwell. Greenburg, a law school graduate, said that in the short term he will focus on ways that the board can increase accountability and transparency. “Anything that can help attack those issues and restore that trust in the community and between students and district will be key,” he said He would also like to see public comments take place at the beginning of board meetings. The previous board pushed back public comments to take place after information and discussion items.

After once being considered a temporary steadying hand for the district, John Kriekard, interim Superintendent at Scottsdale Uni�ied School District, is a potential favorite for the permanent superintendent position after the governing board expressed displeasure with its current superintendent search and threw its support behind Kriekard. The �inal decision on Kriekard, whose contract runs through June, and any other potential candidates for the job is now up to the new board.

Jann-Michael Greenburg

One new member of the SUSD board will be Jann-Michael Greenburg, the 24-year-

Patty Beckman joins Greenburg on the SUSD board in January and the two share several policy positions. “Our number one priority is to regain the trust of our community,” Beckman said. For Beckman, that means starting with simple things like changing the time for public comments at meetings. She also feels there is too much uncertainty surrounding which schools will be rebuilt and when – a concern shared by Greenburg. “We are suffering because we have not named the schools and the order in which they will be rebuilt,” Beckman said. “We are losing parents because they do not know what is going to happen with their school.”

Michelle Ugenti-Rita

Since winning the state Senate race in District 23, Rep. Michelle Ugenti-Rita has wasted no time letting people know she intends to make waves in 2019. She has already come out against the controversial new $32 vehicle registration fee that is supported by Gov. Doug Ducey and will be used to fund the Highway Patrol and introduced legislation to appeal it, according to Capitol Media Services. Ugenti-Rita said she also plans to challenge state and local governments’ ability to tax digital services. She said that the Arizona Department of Revenue and cities and towns currently tax digital services without legislative authority, and she plans to introduce legislation de�ining what digital services are exempt from taxation. And she said election reform is on her agenda. She said she is looking at some reforms to reduce wait times and speed up vote tallying, including prohibiting individuals who receive mail in ballots from returning them in person at polling stations.

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Scottsdale church claims Phoenix religious bias PROGRESS NEWS STAFF

Scottsdale church is suing the City of Phoenix, alleging religious discrimination after the city’s Board of Adjustment denied to issue a use permit the church needed to open up a school for autistic children. Phoenix of�icials have denied the charges, stating that the denial was based on a concern for increased traf�ic in the residential neighborhood. “The religious af�iliation of the school was not a factor in the Board of Adjustment’s decision,” said a statement issued

“As discussed by several members of the board… the ruling was based on concerns that a school being located in a single-family residential neighborhood will create traffic problems.”

by the city. “As discussed by several members of the board … the ruling was based on concerns that a school being located in a single-family residential neighborhood will create traf�ic problems.” Scottsdale Worship Center is located near the Scottsdale-Phoenix border near 65th Place and Cactus Road. The school Beyond Autism currently operates within the church. The church planned to move the school across 65th Place to a churchowned property that is within Phoenix city lim(Pablo Robles/Progress Staff Photographer) Pastor Chris Harper, left, of Scottsdale Worship Center and attorney Samuel Doncaster are suing the City of Phoenix. its. The church required a conditional use permit from the city to related activities for youth. issue to the Phoenix Board of Adjustment operate a school on the property, which A Phoenix zoning adjustment hearing for review. was donated to the church by a member of�icer originally approved the permit in The board voted 5-0 to overturn the in 1999 and has been used as housing for January. However, resident Patricia Hum�� WORSHIP CENTER �� 14 staff and a site for education and church- phrey appealed the decision, sending the

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hearing of�icer’s decision and deny the permit on March 1, citing concerns over traf�ic congestion. Samuel Doncaster, an attorney representing Scottsdale Worship Center in the lawsuit, said the traf�ic concerns are overblown because the church would just be moving students already attending school on one side of the street to new facilities on the other side of the street. The school currently has seven students and the application would have allowed up to 12, Doncaster said. “The hearing of�icers are professional staff with expertise, and that professional found that this would create no traf�ic, pollution or noise problems,” Doncaster said. In its lawsuit, Scottsdale Worship Center alleged that board member Bryan Jeffries “expressed hostility towards religion” before seeking to overturn the hearing of�icer’s initial approval. It cited quotes from Jeffries about the number of churches and schools in the area as evidence. In discussing the different types of uses that have come to large residential horse properties in the adjacent neighborhood over the years, Jeffries said: “And so, we’ve heard everything from

batting cages to, you name it here. But some, over the years, quite a few people have been able to get, you know, some variances and whatnot to create places of worship and schools.” Later, he said, “We, within the last year, had one of the Jewish faith come in and they wanted to buy some of these homes as well. And they’ve got synagogues all over our area, right on Scottsdale Road, right on 64th Street, you name it. But they wanna buy these and have public assemblies there.” The church argues those comments show a bias against religion, which could violate federal and state laws prohibiting religious discrimination in zoning matters. The city denied the allegations, referring to the of�icial transcript of the meeting that shows Jeffries had concerns about traf�ic. “Well, these are single-family homes and people expect not to have this traf�ic coming in and out of their homes for public assembly,” Jeffries said at the meeting. “And so, I have deep concerns about this.” The litigation is currently playing out in Superior Court. Doncaster said the church had permits for the initial phase of construction before being noti�ied by the city that it had to apply for the use permit before beginning the next phase.

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Charity, not football, is Fiesta Bowl’s goal BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

he Fiesta Bowl is more than just the two highly anticipated college football bowl games the organization hosts each year. It’s what the Fiesta Bowl does the other 11 months out of the year that the nonpro�it organization can’t stress enough. Since 1971, the Fiesta Bowl has supported nonpro�its, built playgrounds, taken children shopping during the holidays, donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to teachers throughout the state and so much more. Over the 2018-19 season alone, the Fiesta Bowl has given $2.5 million to charities. “We want people to understand that by purchasing tickets with us [to the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl held at University of Phoenix Stadium and the Cheez-It Bowl held at Chase Field], you are helping your entire state,” said Fiesta Bowl spokesman Jose Moreno. Undoubtedly, football is important to the organization, but what most don’t realize is that the game is the vehicle that allows Fiesta Bowl to accomplish its mission – which was rewritten four years ago in an effort to emphasize its nonpro�it nature. The mission states: “The Fiesta Bowl strives to creative a positive economic impact for Arizona and focus on the community while having fun.” “The one thing you don’t see in either the mission or vision statement is the word ‘football,’” said Fiesta Bowl’s Chief Operating Of�icer, Bob Whitehouse, at a recent Experience Arizona tourism meeting. Over the past eight years, Fiesta Bowl Charities has given more than $12.5 million across the state, with over 300 local charitable organizations bene�iting from Fiesta Bowl Charities. This year alone, $2.5 million was distributed among 60 nonpro�it organizations, including the Arizona Humane Society, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix, The Be Kind People Project and more. To break the numbers down even further, Fiesta Bowl’s impact for the 2018-19 season includes serving one million people, impacting over 400,000 children and 800 veterans, serving over 288,000 meals, pro-

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On Dec. 13, Fiesta Bowl Charities took 20 kids who have at least one parent deployed during the holidays on a $300 shopping spree as part of the organization’s annual Operation Santa event.

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On Dec. 1, Fiesta Bowl Charities helped rebuild the adaptable playground at the Arizona Recreation Center for the Handicapped.

viding additional educational programming to 265,000 under-served youth, donating 60,000 backpacks to students, and donating three playgrounds, impacting an estimated 15,000 people. In addition, over 19,000 hours were volunteered via the Fiesta Bowl organization and its Fiesta Bowl Charities. In terms of economic impact, in 12 years, the Fiesta Bowl and its surrounding events generated an estimated $2.75 billion for the Arizona economy. With the money generated from the games and events, Fiesta Bowl Charities is

able to give it back to the community, including teachers. New to Fiesta Bowl Charities’ roster of charitable events is its Draft Day awards held in October in conjunction with Fiesta Bowl Charities’ Wishes for Teachers program, which started in 2016. This year’s Wishes for Teachers awarded $5,000 grants to 200 K-12 teachers, totaling $1 million. “For some classes, it was musical instruments; for others, just being able to take their class to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York. These are things that have truly

an impact,” Whitehouse said. “We’re able to do that because we have so many fans.” For example, in Scottsdale, Coronado High School teacher Carlo Robles got $5,000 to equip the computer lab with a copy and scan machine, more �lash drives and new laptop computers. Ronda Walton, a kindergarten-�irst grade teacher at Desert Sun Academy in Scottsdale got $5,000 to buy iPads for her class. Christina Brady used her $5,000 to remodel three library classrooms at Desert Mountain High School, also in Scottsdale. Fiesta Bowl Charities and the 2,500 volunteers who make up the organization began dedicating their time to the community immediately following the Cheez-It Bowl on Dec. 26. The organization will host for its 20th year the Honeywell Fiesta Bowl Aerospace Challenge, presented by Kadima.Ventures. “It’s exciting to be able to serve more and more kids and tell the mission and story of STEM and how it’s impacting the classrooms,” Moreno said. As part of the challenge, students from about 200 schools across the state work with Honeywell engineers to create a scale model and provide a written report about an International Logistics Mission to colonize Phobos, a moon of Mars. This year’s challenge will take place at Arizona State University’s West Campus on Jan. 24 and Jan. 25, at ASU’s Polytechnic Campus on Jan. 28 and Jan. 29. The �inals will take place at the National Bank of Arizona on Feb. 9. “If you come to this event for 10 minutes and listen to these kids blow these engineers away with how the GPS works on phones, you’re like, ‘OK, what was I doing when I was a 10-year-old?’ These kids have thought through every little detail, and they’re able to do that at no cost,” Whitehouse said. Moving into the 2019-2020 season, which kicks off in April, Fiesta Bowl Charities plans to impact even more people in need. “The more that we can do and align our partners with our events and programs that we do that’s going to impact more kids, more veterans, more teachers, that’s a win for us,” Moreno said. Information: �iestabowl.org.

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Days DECEMBER

Sunday

Gymnastics and Dance Center’s special New Year’s Eve party from 6 to 10 p.m. at 15801 N. 32nd St., Phoenix. Children can enjoy gymnastics, games, sports, a bounce house, trampolines, food and a movie. Attendance is $30 per child with a $5 sibling discount. For an additional $20, the sleepover option is for ages 5 to 14 with pick-up on New Year’s Day at 8:30 a.m. Registration is required. Information: 602-992-5790.

New Year’s Eve party

Complimentary face painting

This winter break, Butter�ly Wonderland will offer free face painting every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 9500 E. Via de Ventura. Information: 480-800-3000, ext. 210.

Count down to 2019 with DJ music, themed decorations, a specialty menu and complimentary Champagne at midnight at Vig McDowell Moun-

Open arts studio

Some materials will be provided for attendees to get into the creative spirit from noon to 4 p.m. The class will be led by art therapist Susan Unmacht at Scottsdale Congregational United Church of Christ, 4425 N. Granite Reef Road. Information: susunlee@msn.com.

Footprints on the desert: Frank Lloyd Wright

Celebrate Frank Lloyd Wright’s work as an architect with an art gallery featuring his most notable work from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Information: 480312-7323.

Monday

31 New Year’s Eve party (ages 3-14)

Leap and jump into the new year with Arizona Sundays

Thursday

ArtWalks

land, 9500 E. Via de Ventura. Information: 480-800-3000.

Tom’s Thumb long loop guided hike

Explore the rugged and scenic Tom’s Thumb trail from 8:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. on a guided challenge hike. The group will cover over 9 miles and will meet at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead, 23015 N. 128th St. Information: 480-998-7971.

Wednesday

2 Winter basketball camp

The DreamTeam Academy at 15955 N. Dial Blvd. will host a fun-�illed basketball camp for children ages 7 to 13 from Dec. 26 through Dec. 28 with open court time in the morning and a social lounge with

Whimsical wings

movies, games and books in the afternoon. The half-day option is from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for $50, and the full-day option is from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. with pick up from 4 to 6 p.m. for $75. Information: 480-800-8326.

Tuesday

Take part in a three-day workshop to knit a new winter hat from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day through Jan. 4 at Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Registration is required. Information: 480312-7323.

JANUARY

1 Reptile talks

Learn about reptiles and amphibians that share the rainforest with tropical butter�lies at 2 p.m. at Butter�ly Wonder-

Enjoy a free public art walk from 7 to 9 p.m. along Main Street from Scottsdale Road to Goldwater Boulevard and on Marshall Way north of Indian School Road to Fifth Avenue. Restaurants, museums and trolley and horse-drawn carriage rides are available during weekly art walks. Information: scottsdalegalleries.com.

Teen Advisory Board

Teens are encouraged to gather to brainstorm new ideas for teen programs and collections in the library from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Information: 480-3127323.

Knit it (ages 12-18)

Open cards and games

Enjoy a variety of games in-

Attend an art show from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the AB108 foyer at Scottsdale Community College, 9000 E. Chaparral Road. Information: 480-423-6000.

5 Winter fest

Enjoy real snow, bounce houses, prizes, crafts, live music and more this winter season from 1 to 4 p.m. at Odysea in the Desert, 9500 E. Via de Ventura. Information: 480-9512100.

Princess day

Bring the family to meet Princess Snow, take photos, get an autograph and listen to a story from 2 to 3 p.m. at The Unicorn Cupcake Boutique,

Opera appreciation group

Opera-lovers are encouraged to join others in listening to great female singers from Scandinavia from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Information: 480-348-1778.

Friday

Story stop (Ages 0-5)

Join the Butter�ly Wonderland education specialist in the Chrysalis Emergence Gallery to learn about the tropical butter�ly release at 10:30 a.m. at 9500 E. Via de Ventura. Free with admission. Information: 480-800-3000, ext. 210.

20th annual spring painting exhibition

3 Saturday

tain, 10199 W. Bell Road, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. New Year’s Day. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Information: 480-935-2949.

crafting from 4 to 5 p.m. Information: 480-312-7323.

Build children’s literacy with a free picture book program from 10:30 to 10:45 a.m. at the Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Information: 480-3127323.

Mustang writer’s creative group

Practice writing exercises and share writing in a pressurefree and supportive group from 10 a.m. to noon at Mustang Library, 10101 N. 90th St. Information: gpaulson4@ gmail.com.

Crafty crew (Ages 12-18)

Stop by Scottsdale Civic Center Library at 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. for interactive

7227 E. Shea Blvd. Children are welcome to dress up for this free event. Registration is required. Information: 602601-2911.

Aquatic feedings

Feed Koi �ish at 9:30 a.m. or stingrays and sharks at 11 a.m. or 3:30 p.m. at Butter�ly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de Ventura. Information: 480800-3000.

and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 9500 E. Via de Ventura. Donations will support the Butter�ly Wonderland Foundation. Information: 480-8003000, ext. 210.

Tail waggin’ tales (Ages 6-10)

Children can practice their reading skills with a certi�ied therapy dog from 2 to 2:45 p.m. at Mustang Library, 10101 N. 90th St. Information: 480-312-7323.

Garrick Ohlsson on piano

Ohlsson will perform a range of classical pieces for his recital, focusing on the music of Brahms at 3 p.m. at the Virginia G. Piper Theater, 7380 E. Second St. Tickets are $29 to $59. Information: 480-4998587.

Monday

7 The Great American Songbook with Jim Correnti

Concert pianist Jim Correnti will share show tunes, songs from the 40’s through 60’s and legendary classical works from 11 a.m. to noon at Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road. Tickets are $5 to $15. Information: vosjcc.org/ concert.

Advanced beginner bridge

Join others in playing a fun game of bridge from 3 to 5

Education appreciation shopping

Pre-K through grade 12 educators will receive 25% off most books, toys, games, movies, music and more from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, 10500 N. 90th St. Information: 480-391-0048.

Sunday

6 Complimentary face painting

This winter break, Butter�ly Wonderland will offer free face painting every Saturday

p.m. at Appaloosa Library, 7377 E. Silverstone Drive. Information: 480-312-7323.

Film series: Mission: Impossible—Fallout

Enjoy the thriller action movie, “Mission: Impossible— Fallout,” from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Information: 480-3127323.

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$1.6M project snarled in suit over safety BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

North

newly-constructScottsdal ed pedestrian e and bike path that passes underneath Shea Boulevard near 124th Street and cost over $1.6 million has been closed for months for safety concerns. Disagreements over who is responsible for the safety issues on parts of the project have sparked one lawsuit already and could lead to more. Tempe-based SDB, Inc. – the contractor hired by the city in 2016 to construct the project – �iled a lawsuit in November alleging breach of contract and other violations related to the city’s decision not to pay it for a portion of the project. The city signed a contract with SBD for $1,641,027.15 to build the Shea Tunnel Access Shared Use Pathway Project, which included the construction of a shared use path from Lost Dog Trail to the Central Arizona Project Canal. The issues stem from two gabion walls that are part of the project. The retaining walls – made out of wire baskets �illed with rocks – were built alongside the trail after it passes under Shea Boulevard. The city refused to accept the northern wall as it was built and has declined to pay

(Wayne Schutsky/Progresss Managing Editor)

This shared use path that passes under Shea Boulevard near 124th Street has been closed for months due to safety concerns with a retaining wall on the north side.

SBD in full, according to the lawsuit �iled by the contractor. “Ultimately, the City declined to accept the Gabion wall as constructed because it does not meet the plans and speci�ications and also poses a safety hazard,” according to city documents. SBD claims that the city owes it $520,726. On Dec. 11, the Scottsdale City Council approved a resolution authorizing city

staff to �ile any necessary claims, counterclaims or other litigation as it relates to the SBD lawsuit. In its suit, SBD said it is not responsible for the safety issues with the northern wall because it did not design the project. At the time, the city had an on-call contract with a company called URS, now known as AECOM, which provided engineering design services for the project. SBD claims it brought up the issues with

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WEDNESDAY, JAN. 2

TUESDAY, JAN. 8

Current events discussion

Leukemia and Lymphoma support group

Bill Adler will lead a free stimulating discussion on current events. Attendees are encouraged to bring ideas to share. DETAILS>> 2-3:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road. Information: 480-481-7033.

Join others also tackling leukemia and lymphoma. DETAILS>> 6-7:30 p.m., Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers, 880 E. Desert Cove Ave. Information: 480314-6660.

Etiquette classes for teens

Breast Cancer support group

SATURDAY, JAN. 5

This Saturday and Sunday, certi�ied etiquette instructor SueAnn Brown will teach interviewing tips for college and job interviews, handshakes, eye contact, the art of small talk, leadership, social media etiquette, tipping guidelines, dressing well, grooming, skin care and more. DETAILS>> 1-4 p.m., St. Bernard of Clairvaux Church, 10755 N. 124th St. $285. Ages 13-18. Information: 480510-6346.

SATURDAY, JAN. 12

Meet with others in the same �ight against cancer. DETAILS>> 6-7:30 p.m., Ironwood Cancer and Research Centers, 880 E. Desert Cove Ave. Information: 480314-6660.

SUNDAYS

North Scottsdale fellowship club New Faces AA meeting

Find recovery from alcohol addiction

alongside this support group. Club membership is not required to attend meetings. DETAILS>> 7:45 a.m., North Scottsdale Fellowship Club, 10427 N. Scottsdale Road. Free.

MONDAYS ESL classes

All conversation levels are encouraged to attend each class to practice the English language. DETAILS>> 9:30-11:30 a.m., Mustang Library, 10101 N. 90th St. Free. Information: 480-312-7323.

Drop-in e-reader help

Receive help with downloadables. Bring your device, library card and questions. DETAILS>> 11 a.m.-noon, Arabian Library, 10215 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road. Information: 480-3127323.

the northern wall to city and its engineering staff. The suit states, “Prior to beginning work on the Project, SBD advised the City that the vertical design of the north wall would be problematic.” Speci�ically, the company said the north wall was designed as a vertical, or plumb, gabion wall and that the designs directly contradicted “industry standard practice and the recommended design from the manufacturer.” SBD stated that the south wall, which was accepted by the city, was designed as a stepped back gabion wall in conformance with manufacturer recommendations. A city spokesperson declined comment. SBD alleges that it was these faulty designs that contributed to the safety issue, not the construction work it provided, citing the fact that the acceptable south wall was constructed by the same crew using the same materials and methods. The original project was funded with $1,253,032 from a Federal Highway Administration Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement grant and $387,995 from City of Scottsdale transportation sales tax funding. In a council memo on the subject, the city indicated it would have to hire a new contractor to take down the existing wall and replace it. The city is currently in the process of hiring a new engineer for that project.

Calendar TUESDAYS Sit and knit

THURSDAYS FRIDAYS SATURDAYS

WEDNESDAYS

On four Saturdays through Feb. 2, registered students will practice self-introduction, handshaking, eye contact, smiling, apologizing, phone skills, table manners and more. DETAILS>> 1-3 p.m., St. Bernard of Clairvaux Church, 10755 N. 124th St. $250. Ages 9-12. Information: 480-510-6346.

Learn or practice knitting with others. DETAILS>> 1:30-3:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road. Free. Information: 480-4817033.

Ballroom dance plus

Enhance dance skills with Swing, Fox, Waltz, Latin dances and more. Intended for beginning dancers with some experience that are not yet ready for intermediate level classes. No parter needed. DETAILS>> 5:45-6:45 p.m., Florence Ely Nelson Desert Park, 8950 E. Pinnacle Peak Road. Ages: 18 and older. $34-$51. Information: 480-3127275.

Etiquette classes for children

Tennis Lesson

Adults levels 1.0 to 1.9 can practice tennis weekly. DETAILS>> 9-10 a.m., Scottsdale Ranch Park and Tennis Center, 10400 E. Via Linda. Ages: 18 and older. $63-$95. Information: 480-312-7774. –Tell Scottsdale about your events. Send your information to rhagerman@ scottsdale.org

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BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

vices for foster children, including traditional foster care and therapeutic foster care. The nonpro�it’s treatment center in Scottdale is a 10-acre campus where children between the ages of 5 and 17 live and attend school while receiving treatment for emotional, mental, behavioral, and/or substance abuse issues. Receiving a gift and participating in other holiday traditions can be ful�illing for a foster child who may have never received a gift like that before, according to SAFY, a national nonpro�it that provides child placement and behavioral health services. In 2016, a high school student named Alexis who had spent time in foster care earlier in her life remembered the effect gifts had on her when she was a foster child and purchased gifts for 10 children through Southwest Human Development’s Gingerbread Kids Campaign. She said it “isn’t all about the gifts, but about feeling like someone put the time and effort into getting you something and show that they love and care for you,” according to the Southwest Human Development website.

Kids helped foster kids at Devereux South

wo Phoenix students Scottsdal raised $250 to proe vide presents this holiday season for foster children at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Arizona’s Residential Treatment Center in Scottsdale. Emily Christopher and So�ia Lopez, both 12-year-old students at Eagle College Prep South Mountain in Phoenix, sold tickets to a “crazy shoes and socks day” at their school to raise money for the project. “I’ve had a rocky past with my parents being divorced,” Emily said. “I wanted to help someone that’s going through a tough time have a present (Courtesy of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health) this Christmas.” Principal Dineen Rouse, left, stands with, from left, Emily Christopher, Sofia Lopez and teacher Andrea The students, both members of Na- Baltz. The youngsters raised money to provide holiday gifts for nine foster children in Scottsdale. tional Junior Honor Society, provided Approximately 84 percent of children gifts for nine children with the proceeds. to 14,929 in the six months reported on “I’ve heard the stories about our fos- in the Arizona Department of Child Safe- in out of home foster care in Arizona were ter care system has been a growing ty’s semi-annual report for Oct. 1, 2017 removed from their home due to neglect. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is problem for our state,” Sophia said. “I to March 31, 2018. Over 50 percent of those children spent a nonpro�it operating in 12 states that prowanted to do something nice for a child at least 13 months in out of home care, ac- vides programs for children and adults. in foster care.” The organization, which started in The number of children in out of cording to CASA, Arizona’s court-appointScottsdale in 1967, offers several serhome foster care dropped from 15,840 ed special advocates for foster children.

SOUTH SCOTTSDALE SUNDAY, DEC. 30 Exploring the West with the Smithsonian: Aerial America

Take a journey over North Dakota in a �ilm exploring the Roughrider State, Teddy Roosevelt, fur trade explosions and more. DETAILS>>1 p.m., Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 3830 N. Marshal Way. Free with museum admission. Information: 480-686-9539.

SUNDAY, DEC. 30

Footprints on the desert: Frank Lloyd Wright

Learn about Frank Lloyd Wright’s work as an architect with a gallery featuring his most notable work. DETAILS>> 1-5 p.m., Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Information: 480-312-7323.

TUESDAY, JAN. 8

FBI speaker on active shootings and personal safety

The Scottsdale Bar Association is hon-

ored to present Phoenix FBI Supervisory Special Agent Lance Leising to discuss the FBI’s role in active shooter investigations and civilian personal preparedness for these traumatic events. The presentation is expected to qualify for one hour of Continuing Legal Education credit. DETAILS>> Noon, Gainey Ranch Golf Club, 7600 Gainey Club Drive. Registration is required. $35. Lunch included. Information: www.scottsdalebar.org.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 9

CASA volunteer information session

Attend an information session to learn more about becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteer to make a difference in the life of a foster child. DETAILS>> Noon-1p.m., VOICES Training Center, 4300 N. Miller Road. Information: 480-685-4888.

TUESDAY, JAN. 15

Answering your questions on the Civil War

Renowned Civil War historian Ed Bearss will answer Civil War questions. All ages welcome. DETAILS>> 5:45 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Information: 480-699-5844.

SUNDAY, JAN. 13 Blood drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. DETAILS>> 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Scottsdale First Church of Nazarene, 2340 N. Hayden Road. Information: 1-800733-2767.

SUNDAYS

Parents of addicted loved ones

This ongoing support group is for parents or spouses who have a child or loved one struggling with drugs, alcohol or gambling. DETAILS>> 3:30-5:30 p.m., Scottsdale Bible Church, 7601 E. Shea Blvd.

Calendar

Information: 480-824-7239.

Bee talks

Entomologist and horticulturist Dayna Cooper will share important topics surrounding bees. DETAILS>> 2:30 p.m., Honey Bee Extravaganza exhibit at Butter�ly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de Ventura. Information: 480-800-3000.

MONDAYS Guitar club

Learn guitar basics including warmup techniques, proper hand positions, note-reading and more in a six-week series. No prior experience is required. DETAILS>> 4-5 p.m., Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Information: 480-312-7323.

Word: basics and beyond

Learn about font choice, text entry, formatting, controls, bullets, numbering and more. Begins Jan. 14. DETAILS>> 1-3 p.m., Via Linda Senior Center, 10440 E. Via Linda. Ages:

18 and older. $51-$77. Information: 480-312-5815.

Zumba

Combine cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and �lexibility in each class led by Karen Brown. DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m., Via Linda Senior Center, 10440 E. Via Linda. Registration is required. Information: 480-3125810.

TUESDAYS

Regular City Council

Scottsdale City Council will hold a regular public meeting. Council meetings are telecast live on Scottsdale Video Network, Cox Channel 11 and Century Link Channel 8001. DETAILS>> 5 p.m., �irst and third Tuesdays, City of Scottsdale, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Information: 480312-2550. –Tell Scottsdale about your events. Send your information to rhagerman@ scottsdale.org

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Scottsdale Chamber names volunteer award winners PROGRESS NEWS STAFF

he Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of its annual Volunteer of the Year awards, which will be presented Jan. 10. The organization has a volunteer corps that is over 50 people strong, and every year the Chamber reaches out to its membership and board to seek nominations for the awards. Those nominations are then reviewed by a selection committee that makes the �inal determination.

The winners are:

Danielle Heywood

Dale B. Fingersh Volunteer of the Year Heywood, a sales manager with the Fogo de Chao steakhouse chain, joined the Chamber approximately four years ago and has been an active and engaged member ever since, Chamber Vice President Cherí Valentino said. She has served for three years as Chair of the organization’s Ambassadors program, an arm of the Chamber that assists

in recruiting, welcoming new members and spearheading networking efforts. “She acts as ambassador for the Chamber through active engagement at events, programs and ribbon cuttings,” Valentino said.

Matthew Benson

Mark F. Eberle Rising Star Award Benson is a director at Veridus, a lobbying and public affairs company that has served high-pro�ile clients like Arizona Board of Regents, Arizona Charter Schools Association and Arizonans for Affordable Energy – the political action committee that opposed the Proposition 127 during the last election cycle. The award recognizes young leaders who contribute to the success of the chamber and the community. Valentino said Benson has been an asset to the Chamber due to his experience with public policy. Benson sits on the organization’s board and chairs its Public Policy Advisory Council. “He provides leadership and advice to the Chamber on policy issues that affect

the Scottsdale community,” Valentino said.

Doreen Reinke

Segner Award Reinke, vice president of Operations with Nationwide, will receive the award named after Chamber’s �irst Board Chairman, Wesley Segner. Members must be with the Chamber for at least �ive years to be eligible for the award, which recognizes individuals who re�lect Segner’s values of community trusteeship and leadership. “Doreen has played a signi�icant role in providing leadership and mentorship to the Chamber and the wider Scottsdale community,” Valentino said. Reinke is currently Vice Chair of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Economic Development Advisory Council. She is also an active �inancial and volunteer supporter of the Chamber’s events and programs.

Steve Helm

Legacy Award The Legacy Award is given to a mem-

ber with 10 or more years of membership in the Chamber in recognition of long-term achievements that have had social or economic impact on the community. Helm, this year’s winner, is the immediate past chair of the Chamber’s Board of Directors and has served on numerous committees and councils with the Chamber. The retired Macerich and Scottsdale Fashion Square executive also has a long history of volunteering with other organizations in the city. Valentino said that Helm continues to provide leadership at the Chamber through mentorship of other members and staff and a mentor with the Rising Young Professionals group. “He continues to make significant impact on social and economic fabric of Scottsdale community,” Valentino said. The Chamber will announce the winner of the Chairman’s Award at the ceremony at McCormick Ranch Golf Club on Jan. 10 from 5 to 7 p.m.

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Phoenix Mercury brighten hospice patient’s day BY LIN SUE COONEY Progress Guest Writer

inny Millar, 95, is cute as a button. She looks like the quintessential grandmother, with soft white curls and eyes that twinkle with amusement. Nothing, not even her advanced cancer diagnosis dampens her spirit. “I’ve had a wonderful life with my family and friends and so much love.” she told me cheerfully. “Now I’ve reached the stop sign and I’m going to cross the street soon.” Ginny’s optimism charmed our whole care team at Hospice of the Valley’s Dobson Home -- including medical director Shelly Myer. During one of their chats, they discovered a mutual love for the game of basketball.

her respect for the competitive spirit of women athletes. The very next day, the Mercury sent Scorch to pay Ginny a visit at the bedside. The dancing mascot wore a white doctor’s coat and after a few fancy moves—presented an autographed basketball and several autographed team photos. Ginny’s delight quickly turned to tears of happiness, as she exclaimed, “I’ can’t stop (Special to the Progress) crying. I’m so overwhelmed.” Ginny Millar, 95, was surrounded by family and Phoenix Mercury Soon her family members, players recently at a Hospice of the Valley home. who were in on the surprise, Dr. Shelly Myer, a season-ticketholder were dabbing their eyes too. and huge fan of the Phoenix Mercury im“I was in shock when Dr. Myers pulled mediately contacted the team to share this off,“ said daughter Wendy Wesley. “It Ginny’s admiration for Diana Taurasi and made mom’s day and it made my day. It

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Scottsdale Artists’ School molds passion into talent BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

pon graduating high school, most teenagers can’t wait to get out of the house – and away from their parents – to start college. But not Meredith Knief. Instead, Meredith, 19, with mother Holly Knief by her side, moved from their Moon Valley home in July and rented an apartment in downtown Scottsdale specifically to attend the Scottsdale Artists’ School together. “It’s my dream come true to continue and for her to start and to be able to watch that,” said Holly, who is also an artist. “It’s fun because some of the classes we take together because we both need to brush up on certain things, and she needs to learn certain things.” For Meredith, the feeling is mutual. “It feels amazing,” Meredith said. “My mom is one of my best friends.” Meredith knew from the moment she attended an art class with Don Bluth, renowned Disney animator best known for “The Rescuers” and “Pete’s Dragon,” that she, too, wanted to be a storyboard artist and work for Disney or Pixar. But Holly felt Meredith needed a gap year to build up her portfolio. “When she graduated I was like, ‘OK, you need traditional skills,’” Holly said. “I really believe that before she goes off to animation school, I don’t want to see her go off and have them say ‘paint a background’ and she won’t know how to paint light.” Maxine Johnston, one of the original founders of Scottsdale Artists’ School, agrees. “When I first started drawing, I was in grade school,” Johnston, 93, said. “I feel that people need to learn to really draw well to begin with and if they bring those skills of just drawing, they’re 100 percent ahead in the painting department.” Scottsdale Artists’ School was just the place for Meredith. SAS, which is marking 35 years, is

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Meredith Knief and her mom, Holly Knief, moved from Moon Valley to downtown Scottsdale to attend the Scottsdale Artists’ School together.

a nonprofit organization founded by dedicated artists and community leaders with vision to provide fundamental art training to those with a passion. The school offers weekly classes and workshops at all levels, and the programs are taught by working, professional artists who are also experienced instructors, many of whom fly in from various parts of the United States and the world. “Most of our instructors come from outside of Arizona,” said SAS spokesperson Skye Fallon. Holly and Meredith take a painting workshop taught by Qiang Huang. Huang, who also specializes in oilbased clay, has flown in from Texas once a year over the past four years to teach at SAS. “This school is very high-end compared to others,” Huang said. “Actually, I consider this one of the best art schools using workshops to teach.” “I have some other places that have other similar schools but not at this scale,” she added. “Also, the caliber of the artists who come here, the organization is very effective and very thorough, that’s what makes this place so

special.” Johnston, who founded SAS with Wade Fairchild and Jim Reynolds, started the school simply to teach people art. “We were ambitious,” Johnston said. “My goal for that school was to be the best art school.” SAS started with just one studio, and the first workshop was held September 1983. It wasn’t until 10 years later, in 1993, when the school expanded and moved into the Scottsdale Arts’ District at the old Loloma Elementary School. “Most of our PR actually comes from word of mouth and from our students,” Johnston said. “We did not have any money to spend, period. We do not have any money to spend on advertising when we started this.” Johnston also credits the school’s longevity and success to the staff. “You have no idea how many compliments I get on that school. And it’s not me at all,” she said, adding: “I think the school has a great deal of respect throughout the country because I hear that a lot from people who come and say, ‘The minute I walked

through the doors, I feel artsy,’ and that’s what we want them to feel, so we’re really lucky. I have equated my career in art to this art school.” Johnston, who taught for more than 20 years, is now retired but continues to attend meetings and serve as board chair emeritus. “I would still like to be more active with the school, but, physically, I really just can’t,” she said. “It’s difficult to want to do more – and I’ve always done more – and then not be able to do more.” “I am one very, very fortunate person because the school treats me with respect and with love, and I can’t put into words what that means [to me] because I love that school,” she added. “I love the people that work there.” Meredith is now five months into her 15-month planned enrollment at SAS. She attends classes from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. anywhere from two to five days each week, and her classes run the gamut from painting and drawing classes to sculpting workshops. “I walked away the first day of class learning more than I had in my entire public education in high school,” Meredith said. “You walk away with the skills that you’ve learned, which is way more valuable than any piece of paper you could ever get.” Meredith is so passionate about her studies at SAS, she admits she’s nervous to transition to a university. “I’m almost scared to go off to college somewhere because I feel like I’ll be accepted and the programs won’t be as intensive or as meaningful as they are here,” she said. In the end, Meredith creates art not only for herself, but also for others. “Art offers you a sense of community that you can’t get anywhere,” Meredith said. “Making art for not only yourself but to make other people happy is really what coming here is about, and it’s what drove me to want to become an animator because that’s what made me happy. It’s how I was able to make people smile my entire life.” Information: scottsdaleartschool.org.

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ARTS & SUNDAY, JAN. 6 Pianist Garrick Ohlsson

Known for bold interpretations of the romantic repertoire, Garrick Ohlsson will perform a range of works, focusing on the music of Brahms. The Manchester Evening News has called his playing “sheer magic.” DETAILS>>3 p.m. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. $29-$59. 480499-8587, scottsdalearts.org.

TUESDAY, JAN. 8, TO SUNDAY, JAN. 13 “Hello, Dolly!”

The hit Broadway revival is taking its show on the road. The classic musical follows Dolly Gallagher Levi, a strong-willed matchmaker as she travels to Yonkers, New York, to �ind a match for unmarried halfa-millionaire Horace Vandergelder. Betty Buckley stars as Dolly. DETAILS>>Various times. ASU Gammage, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe. $30-$225. 480-965-3434, asugammage.com.

THURSDAY, JAN. 10, TO SUNDAY, JAN. 13 “Assisted Living the Musical”

Audiences will enjoy this funny story from early retirement right up to the pulling of the plug. The story takes place at Pelican Roost, the full-service retirement community that is home to the 18 characters played by the show’s two actors in this 75-minute, vaudeville-like musical revue. DETAILS>>Various times. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. $39. 480-4998587, scottsdalearts.org.

SATURDAY, JAN. 12, TO SUNDAY, JAN. 20

Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale Auction

Some of the world’s most desirable collectible trucks, SUVs and off-road vehicles will muscle their way across the block during this event. DETAILS>>Various times. WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. $21-$195. 480-421-6694, barrett-jackson.com.

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Audra McDonald

quired. This expressive documentary – produced and directed by Nick Kovacic and Matt Riggieri – explores the phenomenon of the fastest-trending alcohol spirits in the world, tequila and mezcal. This journey will take audiences to the world’s most bio-diverse landscape of the agave plant, Mexico; and hear from families who have been passing down the tradition of distilling agave for generations, at times, even clandestinely. DETAILS>>7:30 p.m. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ Stage 2, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. $25, includes one welcome cocktail, �ilm and mezcal sampling. 480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org.

“Agave: The Spirit of a Nation”

A collaboration between ASU and the Phoenix Theatre, “The Anxiety Project” shares true stories of anxiety, loss, struggle, relationships and alienation. DETAILS>>6 p.m. ASU Kerr Cultural Center, 6110 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. $12.75. 480-596-2660, bit.ly/2Sj3MnE.

Sunday A’Fair

Treasurefruit (noon to 12:45 p.m.) and The Sugar Thieves (2 to 4 p.m.) help kickoff this year’s season of Sunday A’Fair. Ten free Sunday A’Fair events showcase more than 20 Arizona-based musical acts. Other shows are: Jan. 20, Jan. 27, Feb. 17, Feb. 24, March 3, March 17, March 24, March 31 and April 7. DETAILS>>Noon to 4 p.m. Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale. Free admission. 480499-8587, scottsdaleperformingarts.org.

SATURDAY, JAN. 19

Powerhouse performer and six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald takes the stage with multi-talented pianist Seth Rudetsky for an intimate evening of music and storytelling. DETAILS>>8 p.m. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. $59-$89. 480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org. Come watch the movie and enjoy an evening of premium mezcal tastings, in partnership with No Festival Re-

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“The Anxiety Project”

FRIDAY, JAN. 25

Ballet Arizona’s Dance with Me Gala

The 11th annual gala will honor longtime supporters Judd and Billie Jo Herberger. This year’s gala is themed after Artistic Director Ib Andersen’s production “The Firebird,” which takes the stage at Symphony Hall Feb. 14 to Feb. 17. DETAILS>>6:30 p.m. Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Tickets start at $600. 602-343-6522, balletaz.org.

THURSDAY, FEB. 14, TO SUNDAY, FEB. 17 “The Firebird” and “La Sylphide”

The past and future collide in Ballet Arizona’s performances of “The Firebird,” a new production from Artistic Director Ib Andersen, and “La Sylphide,” one of the world’s oldest ballets. The Phoenix Symphony provides the music. DETAILS>>Various times. This juxtaposition of old and new comes to Symphony Hall Valentine’s Day weekend, February 14-17, with live music by The Phoenix Symphony. Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second St., Phoenix. Tickets start at $25. 602-381-1096, balletaz.org. — Email calendar items to christina@ timespublications.com

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New year to add excitement to culinary scene BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

rom America’s first fast-food hamburger restaurant to an upscale Mexican restaurant, Scottsdale’s culinary scene will heat up next year. Agave del Scottsdale, Biscuits Café, State 48 Barrel & Lager House and Famous 48 are all slated to open in early 2019. Inspired by Mexico City, Agave del Scottsdale is as authentic as it can get. Think made-from-scratch moles and made-to-order guacamole. Not only do the owners’ ancestors hail from various regions in Mexico, but the executive chef will be relocating from Mexico City to Scottsdale to work in the kitchen full-time, too. “We are excited to bring Agave del Scottsdale to the community and share what we are passionate about: genuine Mexican food, diverse tequila, refined hospitality and entertainment,” said Hector Soto, general manager. The 4,000-square-foot Agave del Scottsdale will consist of open-air dining, an indoor-outdoor bar, a large patio and an exposed kitchen. In northern Scottsdale, Biscuits Café and State 48 will both open in YAM Circle, a 17,800-square-foot shopping and dining complex expected to open early 2019. “We’ve had a great experience working with YAM Properties in the past, so we are excited to be a part of their latest project at YAM Circle,” said Vice President of Biscuits Café Kyle Preston. Biscuits Café is slated to open late January. “North Scottsdale is a beautiful location and offers an opportunity to continue to grow our business in the greater Phoenix area,” Preston said. State 48 will expand to Scottsdale next year with State 48 Barrel & Lager House. “Expanding to YAM Circle will allow State 48 to reach a new audience and increase our craft beer production in the process,” said Mario Rana, owner of State 48, which will open early 2019. “North Scottsdale has a reputation for incredible restaurants, and we’ll abso-

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Famous 48 will open in The Shops Gainey Village in early 2019.

lutely meet that high expectation,” Rana said. “We’ll also bring with us some delicious local brews that you simply can’t find anyplace else.” Famous 48, the sports bar known for its comfort food, will pick up from its Old Town location and move farther north next year to The Shops Gainey Village. Its new 4,500-square-foot location will boast a state-of-the-art audio/visual system, 36 televisions, an open-air patio with two fireplaces and plenty of seating. Also scheduled to open in early 2019 is Chicago-based, upscale steak restaurant Maple & Ash, which will expand to Scottsdale at the Waterfront. “The Waterfront is a perfect match for

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White Castle’s first Arizona restaurant is slated to open fall 2019.

Maple & Ash Scottsdale,” said Executive Chef Danny Grant, who has Scottsdale roots. He spent his childhood and early career in Scottsdale and frequently visits family in the area. “Being in the heart of downtown, it’s an aesthetically stunning area that is constantly bustling with people,” Grant said. Maple & Ash will deliver first-class steak with style, flavor and attitude. Some of their more popular dishes include Wagyu steak, salmon tartare and prime beef meatballs. Coming next spring to Scottsdale Fashion Square is Toca Madera, which, along with the recently opened upscale sea-

food restaurant Ocean 44, will flank the entrance of its luxury wing. Hailing from Los Angeles, Toca Madera takes a modern approach to Mexican cuisine. The West Hollywood restaurant’s most popular dishes include chipotle-dusted tofu tostadas, Ensenada-style fish tacos and its churro ice cream sandwich. “Making something already exceptional even better is driving the luxury renovation at Scottsdale Fashion Square, and that means creating opulent settings for shoppers to unwind and refresh,” said Michael Guerin, senior vice president of

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“We have tremendous respect for the rich traditions of the Pima-Maricopa people and are honored to become a part of this proud and storied community,” said Perico Montaner, president and CEO of Medieval Times. Fall 2019 sees the much-anticipated opening of White Castle in Scottsdale, the family-owned company’s first foray into Arizona. “For years, Cravers in Arizona have been asking us to feed their souls by bringing our delicious sliders to the state, and we’re happy to announce that we’re going to make this dream a reality,” said Jamie Richardson, vice president at White Castle. The new White Castle will be located on the northwest corner of Via De Ventura and Loop 101, near the Medieval Times restaurant, in an area also called “The Block.” “The fact that White Castle chose our site for their first corporate expansion west of St. Louis is a real testament to the dynamics of the area and specifically The Block at Pima Center,” said Daniel Lupien, managing partner of Palmer Development Group, which is designing and constructing the new White Castle. Also slated to open in the near future at Scottsdale Fashion Square’s luxury wing is Zinqué, a contemporary coffee

leasing at Macerich, which owns the mall. “The addition of market-exclusive culinary concepts like Toca Madera … reinforces the property’s reputation as the market’s dominant luxury destination,” Guerin said. According to Tosh Berman, CEO and co-founder of the Madera Group, which developed Taco Madera, they’ve always wanted to be in the Scottsdale market. “With Scottsdale Fashion Square’s exciting luxury expansion happening, we knew this was going to be the perfect location for us,” Berman said. “We look forward to introducing Toca Madera to the community and showcasing what will be the ultimate in luxury dining.” Toca Madera has a third location in Dubai. Coming in the summer is one of the more adrenaline-filled, entertainmentdriven, dinner-and-a-show restaurant options in the nation: Medieval Times. Medieval Times broke ground on its 10th castle – and its first in Arizona – in April. Located on a 10-acre lot in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community’s Talking Stick Entertainment District, Medieval Times will be a 79,000-square-foot 11th century-style castle with regularly scheduled live jousting tournaments.

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COMING NEXT YEAR AGAVE DEL SCOTTSDALE Opening: Early 2019 Where: 8390 E. Via de Ventura Website: agavedelscottsdale.net

MEDIEVAL TIMES Opening: Summer 2019 Where: 9051 E. Via de Ventura Website: medievaltimes.com

BISCUITS CAFÉ Opening: January 2019 Where: 15600 N. Hayden Rd. Website: biscuitscafe.com

WHITE CASTLE Opening: Fall 2019 Where: NW corner of Via de Ventura and Loop 101 Website: whitecastle.com

STATE 48 BARREL & LAGER HOUSE Opening: Early 2019 Where: 15600 N. Hayden Rd. Website: state48brewery.com

FARMHOUSE Opening: Early 2020 Where: 7014 E. Camelback Rd. Website: farmhousela.com

FAMOUS 48 Opening: Early 2019 Where: 8989 N. Scottsdale Rd., #608 Website: famous48.com

ZINQUÉ Opening: Not announced Where: 7014 E. Camelback Rd. Website: lezinque.com

MAPLE & ASH Opening: Early 2019 Where: 7135 E. Camelback Rd. Website: mapleandash.com

NOBU Opening: Not announced Where: 7014 E. Camelback Rd. Website: noburestaurants.com

TOCA MADERA Opening: Spring 2019 Where: 7014-590 E. Camelback Rd. Website: tocamadera.com

and wine bar featuring French-style eats. Bread is even imported from the famous Poilâne Bakery in Paris and coffee will be imported from world-renowned coffee roasters, La Colombe. Zinqué’s Scottsdale restaurant will be its fourth restaurant and first in Arizona. “Scottsdale needs this kind of neighborhood hub, a place that is personal, where you know the staff and where you can go at all times of the day,” said owner Emmanuel Dossetti. “Zinqué is a place where it’s easy to meet people while enjoying simple, delicious food and drinks.” Last but not least is international restaurant sensation Nobu, which will open its first-ever restaurant in Arizona. Located just outside Scottsdale Fashion Square’s luxury wing, Nobu is owned by award-winning actor Robert de Niro with Chef Nobu Matsuhisa at the helm in

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