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MASON BREYFOGLE, 3, of Waddell clasps the medal he won in the cannon ball contest while he dives into the Litchfield Park Recreation Center pool Aug. 20 during the center’s final Stay Cool Family Night Olympic-themed event. To see all photos from this shoot, go to www.westvalleyview.com/pictures.
Voters to decide Home Rule Option in Avondale, Tolleson
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
In a question on the August ballot, voters in Avondale and Tolleson will decide whether to allow their cities to continue to spend the revenues that are collected.
The authority commonly known as Home Rule — or officially called the alternative local expenditure limitation — requires voter approval every four years.
Early voting has started and polling places will be open on Aug. 30 for an election that also will decide city races and primary contests for county, state and federal offices.
But Avondale and Tolleson officials say voters shouldn’t overlook the ballot’s Home Rule question.
They say approval of the measure is essential to fund existing city services and avoid cuts in programs, services and improvement projects.
Without Home Rule, the Arizona Constitution limits what cities and towns can spend to an amount based on 1978-79 expenditures, with an adjustment based on inflation and population.
According to figures released by Avondale, the state-imposed budget limitation for the city’s 2015-16 fiscal year was $49.7 million, plus an estimated $45 million of other income, including federal grants and aid.
But that’s tens of millions of dollars short of the $172.8 million budgeted that year for city
(See Home Rule on Page 5)
Narrowing the field
Arizona primary election set for Aug. 30
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
Arizona voters head to the polls next week to select candidates to run for federal, state and county offices and pick local officials in some cities.
The Arizona Primary Election is Aug. 30. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Here’s what you need to know.
Polling places
With more than 600 polling places open in Maricopa County this time around, election officials are hoping there won’t be a repeat of the chaos of the Arizona Presidential Preference Election in March, when some voters waited in line for hours to cast ballots.
Depending on their registration, primary voters will be given ballots for Democratic or Republican races.
Voters who are registered independents can vote in this election, unlike the Presidential Preference Election, and they have the option of selecting either party’s ballot.
Also unlike the Presidential Preference Election, which allowed voters to cast ballots at any voting center, in this election, voters must go to the polling places serving their precincts. Voters are required to present identification to receive ballots at the polls.
Early voting
Early voting by mail started Aug. 3 for those on the Permanent Early Voters List and others who requested early ballots. To ensure that ballots get to where they need to be by Election Day, the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office suggested returning early ballots today, but said they can be mailed as late as Friday.
Voters who miss the mailing deadline can drop off ballots at any polling place on Election Day without waiting in line.
Early voting can also be done at city clerk’s offices in Avondale and Buckeye through Thursday or at the Litchfield Park city clerk’s office through Friday.
Early voting can also be done through Friday
(See Primary on Page 5)
Police reports detail past calls related to missing Buckeye boy
by Emily Toepfer assistant editor
As police continue to search for Jesse Wilson, 10, of Buckeye, information is surfacing about previous times police were called to the family home.
In April, a neighbor called police to report that Jesse was outside at about 4:30 a.m. and had asked for food.
Jesse can be seen on a police body camera video quietly telling officers his name, but he didn’t respond when asked for his parents’ or siblings’ names.
An officer asked the boy if he lived in the neighborhood, and according to the officer’s
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Litchfield Park woman dies in crash during dust storm on I-10
by Emily Toepfer assistant editor
A Litchfield Park woman died Aug. 15 in a crash on Interstate 10 near Salome during a dust storm that caused zero-visibility driving conditions, officials said.
Susan Bartholomew, 76, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
The dust storm swept over the western part of the state and contributed to five collisions involving 14 vehicles between 2:30 and 4:45 p.m., DPS officials said.
At about 2:30 p.m., Bartholomew was driving a Subaru Outback eastbound on I-10 near milepost 44 when her vehicle was crushed between two commercial tractor-
trailer rigs, DPS said.
“Dust storms are dangerous, unpredictable and develop quickly,” said Capt. Damon Cecil, a DPS spokesman. “If you encounter one while driving, leave the highway and wait the storm out by parking in a safe location. If you cannot leave the highway, leave the traffic lanes and park your car as far to the right as possible. Turn off your lights, take your foot off the brake and wait out the storm.”
Emily Toepfer can be reached at etoepfer@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @EmilyToepfer.
Rapper found dead outside nightclub was Westview High School graduate
by Emily Toepfer assistant editor
A rapper who graduated from Westview High School in Avondale was found dead early Sunday morning after he was shot outside a Phoenix nightclub, police said.
Deshawn McDonald, 26, also known as D Mac Deluxx, was celebrating his upcoming birthday with friends at a club near Interstate 17 and McDowell Road.
Just after midnight, McDonald left the club, and shots were later heard in the parking lot, Phoenix Police Lt. Paul Taylor said.
Bar patrons went outside to investigate and found McDonald’s body in some bushes near the Knight’s Inn at 1624 N. Black Canyon Highway, Taylor said.
“There is no suspect information and consequently, very little details about why this occurred,” he said.
Friends are remembering McDonald for his unbridled ambition.
“He just wanted to be something in life, just like all the
rest of us,” T.J. Redmond said. “You just have to be cut from a different cloth to even have that type of ambition these days.
“He was living for his daughter, living for himself, trying to make a name for himself and be somebody to look up to.”
Another friend, Nicholas Hamilton, said McDonald had been pursuing his rapping dream since high school. McDonald graduated from Westview in 2007, and the West Valley is featured in his music videos.
“He was coming up as far as being known and being wealthy in Arizona, a little faster than normal people would as far as rapping and making money around here,” Hamilton said. “This is something that happened over greed, over money and he was celebrating at Jaguar’s nightclub and then just next door, he gets shot.”
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO. Toll-free calls can be made to 1-800343-TIPS, and information can also be submitted at silentwitness.org.
Emily Toepfer can be reached at etoepfer@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @EmilyToepfer. KPHO/KTVK reporter Phil Benson contributed to this article.
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response, it appears Jesse said no. However, when police ran his name through the database, it showed his house was two doors down.
Jesse can also be heard on the video telling an officer that he used to go to school in the middle of the night, and he was wearing his school uniform but no shoes.
When an officer knocked on the door at his house, Jesse’s mother, Crystal Wilson, responded that she just saw the open second-floor window and showed police where he jumped out.
“He is a handful,” Crystal said, adding that she’s hard of hearing and wears a hearing aid. “I will keep a better eye on him.”
She told police Jesse has some learning and developmental issues, and he continually tries to leave the house without permission. She indicated that he takes medication, but it is an ongoing issue with him, according to the police report.
She also noted that she had just bought the house and moved to Buckeye.
“I guess we’ll see each other again sometime; hopefully not under these circumstances,” she said.
As Crystal and Jesse walked back to their house, she can be heard thanking the neighbor and said, “Next time he comes to your house, don’t feed him, bring him home. He just had a big dinner.”
Police reports also detail another encounter five years earlier in Avondale. An officer responded to the family home after a caller reported that Crystal may be abusing her five adopted children and not providing them with sufficient food.
An officer went to the house at about 9 a.m. May 2, 2011.
Five children between the ages of 15 months and about 4 years old were in the house, including three girls and two boys, the report states.
The boys were asleep in an upstairs bedroom in separate beds. The officer reported they were wearing harnesses similar to a backpack with shoulder straps, which were tied to the bed posts with a three-foot string.
“This attachment allowed sufficient movement on the bed, but prevented the boys from leaving the room,” the officer wrote in the report.
Crystal told the officer the boys had gotten out of the house one morning at about 2:30 a.m. while she and the other children were asleep. They played in the mud and then returned to the house and went back to sleep.
She changed the locks on the door, but said the boys are active and used a chair to unlock the door. She then bought a bed harness from Toys R Us, which she attached to the boys while they were asleep and removed in the morning.
The officer checked the children for signs of abuse, but didn’t find anything, the report stated.
“At the time of contact, the children appeared they were in good health, clothed, fed, active and alert,” the officer wrote.
The kitchen was also stocked with food, so the officer left the home, the report stated.
Jesse has been missing more than five weeks. He was last seen sleeping in his bed at 9:30 p.m. July 17 near Watson and Yuma roads in Buckeye. When Crystal went to check on him four hours later, Jesse was gone.
Police said Crystal is cooperating with law enforcement.
Jesse is described as black, 4 feet tall and weighing 60 pounds. He has short buzzed brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a red T-shirt, unknown color shorts, and black socks and shoes.
If you have seen him or know of his whereabouts, contact the Buckeye Police Department’s tip line at 623-349-6411 or 911. Information can also be sent to bpdtips@buckeyeaz.gov.
Emily Toepfer can be reached at etoepfer@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @EmilyToepfer.
Correction
Statement attributed to wrong candidate
In a report about the Avondale City Council candidate forum on Page 10 in the Aug. 17 edition, a statement about programs for youth, parks and education was attributed to the wrong candidate. Pat Dennis said there aren’t enough facilities in the city and suggested renovating neighborhood parks and partnering with schools to use their facilities.
The View regrets the error.
Deshawn McDonald
Jesse Wilson
Goodyear man accused of ramming
car, threatening to kill passengers
by Emily Toepfer assistant editor
A Goodyear man was arrested Aug. 10 after allegedly ramming his SUV into another vehicle and threatening to kill the 16-year-old driver and his mother, court records state.
David Martinez-Acosta, 54, was charged with aggravated assault and endangerment, records state.
The incident occurred at about 12:20 a.m. June 4 near Cotton Trails Boulevard and Yuma Road in Goodyear, records state.
According to the victims, Martinez-Acosta started yelling at them from a vehicle outside a house on Morning Glory Street, and said, “I’m going to kill you,” records state.
He then got out of his vehicle and retrieved something from the back seat as the victims fled the area, records state. Martinez-Acosta allegedly chased them in his vehicle and the teen lost control, spinning to a stop. Martinez-
Acosta then allegedly rammed their vehicle on the driver’s side and drove off, records state.
A witness was able to get his license plate number before he fled, records state.
Family members identified Martinez-Acosta as the driver, and the victims later picked him out of a photo lineup, records state.
Registration information on his vehicle showed he had no current address, but his family members told police they believe he is regularly in the Goodyear area, records state.
More than two months later, Goodyear police received a call from the husband and father of the victims, who said he had knocked on the door of the house where the incident started, and Martinez-Acosta answered the door, records state.
Police responded and found him attempting to run through a backyard. He was apprehended by a K9 and treated at Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear for a dog bite, records state.
After his arrest, he allegedly confessed to chasing the victims, and said he thought his wife was in the vehicle. Martinez-Acosta allegedly also rammed his ex-wife’s car in May during an incident in Glendale, records state.
Emily Toepfer can be reached at etoepfer@westvalleyview.com.
Public’s help sought in homicide investigation
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A Tolleson man died Aug. 20 in a Glendale shooting, and police are asking for the public’s help in the case. Police responded at about 11 p.m. to Glendale and 80th avenues, where they found Lamarr Thomas, 45, injured with a gunshot wound, Glendale police said in a press release.
Thomas was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Glendale detectives worked throughout the weekend to solve the homicide, but have not identified any suspects. If anyone has information, no matter how irrelevant it may seem, call Glendale Police detectives at 623-9303000 or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.
Police investigating Aug. 17 carjacking in Avondale Fry’s grocery store parking lot
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Avondale police are investigating a carjacking that occurred at about 7:45 p.m. Aug. 17 in the Fry’s parking lot at Dysart and McDowell roads, officials said. A 52-year-old man told police three unidentified people
demanded he give them the keys to his vehicle, and then fled the area, said Sgt. Mathew Hintz, a spokesman with the Avondale Police Department.
The stolen vehicle, a green 1998 Toyota Avalon, has not been recovered, Hintz said.
Man who stole from homeless sentenced to 3.5 years in prison
West Phoenix man also ordered to pay victims $61,000 in restitution by Emily Toepfer assistant editor
A west Phoenix man was sentenced last week to three and a half years in prison for stealing Social Security benefits from the homeless.
Sergio Solorzano, 43, pleaded guilty to an attempted fraud scheme, theft and taking the identity of another. The court also ordered him to pay the victims $61,286 in restitution.
The Arizona Attorney General’s Office indicted Solorzano after an investigation found he stole Social Security benefits between January 2013 and October 2015 from three homeless men who lived at the Phoenix Rescue Mission, where he had worked since 2002.
As part of his duties at the mission, Solorzano received the mail, which gave him access to checks and pre-loaded debit cards sent to the residents by the Social Security Administration.
Solorzano will serve two probation terms upon his release from prison.
Special Agent Madison McDonald with the Attorney General’s Office Special Investigation Section was the lead investigator on the case. It was prosecuted by Assistant Attorney General Shawn Steinberg. Emily Toepfer can be reached at etoepfer@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @EmilyToepfer.
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Grand jury indicts Colorado man in July police pursuit across Valley
by Emily Toepfer assistant editor
A Colorado man was indicted Aug. 17 on 15 felony counts related to a police pursuit last month that spanned more than 30 miles and ended in Goodyear, court records state.
John Rothrock, 48, of Golden, Colo., faces charges of aggravated assault, unlawful discharge of a firearm, disorderly conduct and unlawful flight from law enforcement, records state.
At about 11 p.m. July 14, Rothrock allegedly drove up to a Mesa police lieutenant in a fully marked patrol vehicle, stuck a handgun out the window, fired two shots into the air and yelled, “Kill me,” records state.
The lieutenant attempted to stop the truck, but Rothrock allegedly fled westbound, not stopping for red lights through Tempe, Phoenix, Tolleson, Avondale and Goodyear, records state.
Police tried to force his truck to fishtail in Goodyear, but Rothrock allegedly swerved sharply toward the officers’ vehicles, causing them to brake in order to avoid a collision, records state.
Stop sticks were deployed on Van Buren Street at 137th and 154th avenues, which damaged the truck and caused it to become disabled at 169th Avenue, records state.
Rothrock allegedly exited his vehicle at that point armed with a handgun and pointed it at officers, firing at least three times, records state.
When police returned fire, he got back in the truck. Rothrock was eventually tased and taken into custody, records state.
He sustained at least one gunshot wound and was taken to a hospital, records state.
No officers were injured.
After his arrest, Rothrock said he hoped he didn’t hurt anyone, because he didn’t mean to, records state.
Biker accused of driving 120 mph on I-10
A Buckeye man was arrested Aug. 17 after leading troopers on a high-speed motorcycle pursuit that ended near Interstate 10 and State Route 85 in Buckeye, officials said.
The motorcyclist was identified as 23-year-old Valentin Torres, said Quentin Mehr, a spokesman with the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
A trooper attempted to stop Torres at about 6:30 a.m.
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Homeless Youth Connection awarded $90,000
The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust has awarded Homeless Youth Connection $90,000 to support case management to provide homeless high school youths with the basic resources to ensure academic retention and graduation. HYC expects to serve more than 400 students across the Valley in the upcoming school year.
Founded in Goodyear, HYC is expanding to serve students across the Valley. Funding will be used for additional case management and counseling to serve more students, as well as training for all case managers in areas related to trauma, poverty and homelessness.
In partnership with the community, HYC’s mission is to raise awareness and meet the needs of homeless youths so they can stay in school and graduate. HYC’s ongoing goals are to provide homeless teens with housing, basic needs and services as they make positive, life-affirming choices toward becoming responsible, productive adults.
The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust was established upon the death of Nina Mason Pulliam on March 26, 1997, to support the causes she loved in her
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for a criminal speeding violation, but he fled westbound on I-10 at speeds reportedly exceeding 120 mph, DPS officials said.
He continued westbound until he exited the freeway at 339th Avenue, then re-entered going eastbound, Mehr said.
The motorcycle ran out of gas and pulled to a stop near I-10 and SR85, and Torres was taken into custody, Mehr said.
Avondale business sued for unpaid overtime wages
by Emily Toepfer assistant editor
An Avondale electrical contractor is being sued by the U.S. Department of Labor for unpaid overtime wages owed to 200 employees, records state.
The lawsuit was filed against Austin Electric Services, 1418 N. Eliseo Felix Jr. Way, and President Toby Thomas after investigators allegedly discovered the company has violated the Fair Labor Standards Act’s provisions on overtime and record keeping.
It marks the third time in the past five years that the department has found the business in violation of federal labor laws, records state.
The complaint alleges the defendants “willfully and repeatedly violated — and continue to violate — overtime and record keeping provisions by failing to pay some electricians overtime,” records state.
Instead, the company allegedly paid workers a piece rate, without regard for how many hours they worked. The complaint also alleges that Austin Electric and Thomas knowingly provided the department with falsified records of hours worked, records state.
Managers allegedly instructed electricians who worked between 45 and 70 hours per week to record only 40 hours or less on their time sheets, records state.
Austin Electric was also investigated in 2012 and found to have misclassified field electricians and other workers as independent contractors, records state.
A 2013 follow-up investigation resulted in $23,885 in back wages due to 72 employees misclassified again as independent contractors. Most of the back wages due were the result of overtime violations. In 2013, Austin Electric also paid $9,424 in penalties for the willful nature of the violations found, records state.
For information about the trust and its programs, visit www.ninapulliamtrust.org.
For information about Homeless Youth Connection and its programs, visit www.hycaz.org.
Buckeye councilman sworn in
Buckeye City Councilman G. Patrick HagEstad was sworn in Aug. 16 by Buckeye City Clerk Lucinda Aja during a ceremony at City Hall. HagEstad was appointed to District 4, which was vacated earlier this year by Ray Strauss who resigned to run for U.S. Congress.
Buckeye announces Police Citizen Academy
Buckeye’s twice annual citizen police academy is set to run from Sept. 13 through Oct. 15. Classes will take place Tuesday evenings and one Saturday afternoon.
The purpose of the academy is to help residents of Buckeye better understand how police work in their community and why they make the decisions they do, and to improve overall communication between the police and the community.
Twenty-five spots are available. Participants must be at least 18 years old. Enrollment is free of charge. Applications must be turned in no later than Sept. 2. To enroll, email Don McWilliams at dmcwilliams@buckeyeaz.gov.
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The latest complaint seeks the payment of overtime back wages and an equal amount in liquidated damages for 200 employees, and also asks the court to enjoin the company and its owners from violating the FLSA in the future, records state.
“We will not tolerate an employer that continues to violate the law and deprive workers of their hard-earned overtime wages,” said Eric Murray, director of the Wage and Hour Division’s district office in Phoenix. “The fact that we have found Austin Electric in violation multiple times in the last five years makes their actions all the more egregious. This lawsuit demonstrates that we will use every enforcement tool available to us, and that we will follow through to hold employers accountable and to ensure that workers are paid every penny they have rightfully earned.”
The fair labor act requires covered, non-exempt employees be paid at least the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour for all hours worked, plus time and a half of their regular rates, including commissions, bonuses and incentive pay for hours worked beyond 40 a week, according to the Department of Labor.
Employers also must maintain accurate time and payroll records, and are prohibited from retaliating against workers who exercise their rights under the law.
Emily Toepfer can be reached at etoepfer@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @EmilyToepfer.
home states of Arizona and Indiana for 50 years. The trust seeks to help people in need, protect animals and nature, and enrich community life in metropolitan Indianapolis and Phoenix.
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at the Recorder’s/Elections Office at 510 S. Third Ave., Phoenix, or 111 S. Third Ave., Phoenix.
Federal, state, county ballot
In the primary, voters in each party will vote to nominate candidates to go on to the November election.
• Federal races on the ballot include the Republican nomination for U.S. senator, with five-term incumbent Sen. John McCain and three challengers competing for the right to face Democrat Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick in November. Also on the ballot are the representatives to the U.S. House.
• State races lack the high-profile offices that were elected two years ago, but there is a contest for Corporation Commission, with five Republicans seeking nomination for three seats. And there are some races for who will get on the ballot for all 30 Senate and 60 House seats up for election in the Legislature.
• County offices have no party contests for assessor, attorney or treasurer, but Republicans have races for sheriff, recorder and school superintendent. Two incumbent county commissioners serving areas of the Southwest Valley — Clint Hickman in District 4 and Steve Gallardo in District 5 — are unopposed.
City ballots
Elections for city councils in Avondale, Buckeye, Tolleson and Litchfield Park are nonpartisan.
Incumbent mayors in Avondale, Buckeye and Tolleson are facing challengers.
Winners will be declared in the city races if candidates get a majority of the vote. Top candidates in races where a candidate does not get 50 percent plus one of the vote advance to a runoff in November.
• Avondale will select a mayor from three candidates and three City Council members from five candidates.
• Tolleson will elect a mayor from two candidates and three City Council members from seven candidates.
• Buckeye has the choice of three candidates for mayor and seven candidates in three City Council districts.
• Litchfield Park has no contest with three candidates running for three City Council seats.
Avondale and Tolleson voters also will vote on whether
Home Rule
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services such as fire and police protection, water treatment, refuse disposal, streets,
1. Avondale mayor
5 races to watch
With three City Council veterans splitting the vote, it’s likely that no one will win the 50 percent plus one necessary to claim the office, sending the campaign to a runoff in November. Who will make the cut?
Mayor Kenneth Weise wants to keep the office he was appointed to two years ago, but Vice Mayor Stephanie Karlin and former Councilman and Vice Mayor Frank Scott are mounting challenges.
2. Buckeye mayor
Mayor Jackie Meck, an institution in Buckeye government, is relying on decades of experience to defeat two challengers — Councilman Brian McAchran and Thomas Campanella Jr. Can he avoid a runoff?
3. County clerk County Clerk Helen Purcell took responsibility for the fiasco that was this year’s Presidential Preference Election, but can voters forgive her?
She will face her first test in her bid to win an eighth term in the Republican primary with a challenge from Aaron Flannery. The winner faces uncontested Democratic candidate Adrian Fontes in November.
Also on the county ballot, watch to see if controversial Sheriff Joe Arpaio, who has been
to extend Home Rule authority, which allows city government to exceed state spending limits.
Looking ahead
The General Election is Nov. 8, with the presidential candidates at the top of the ballot.
Early voting will start on Oct. 12.
Residents who aren’t registered to vote can register by Oct. 10 to participate in the November election.
Requests for early ballots for the November election will be taken until Oct. 28.
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For a listing of county, state and federal candidates on
parks and capital improvements.
In Tolleson, city figures show that the 2017-18 budget would be capped at an estimated $17.4 million, far less than the $61.9 million the city expects to collect to fund operations.
Approval of the measure does not increase taxes, but allows the cities to
in office since 1993, loses strength against three Republican challengers, in his attempt to face Democrat Paul Penzone in the fall in a rematch of 2012’s election.
4. District 4 U.S. House
Ray Strauss resigned his seat on the Buckeye City Council to run for U.S. House. How will he fare against incumbent Paul Gosar, a member of Congress since 2011, in the Republican primary for the District 4 seat?
5. Legislative races
Voters have a chance to extend this season’s anti-incumbency sentiment to the legislative level in several local races.
District 29 Democrats have the choice of Rep. Richard C. Andrade, Cesar Chavez, Rosa Cantu or Marshall Pimentel Jr., who replaces Rep. Ceci Velasquez on the ballot after she was indicted for food-stamp fraud. District 29 Sen. Martin Quezada faces Lydia Hernandez in the Democratic primary. In the District 13 Republican race for House, Reps. Darin Mitchell and Don Shooter face challenger Ray Kouns. Also in District 13, Diane Landis is seeking to stop Steve Montenegro’s bid to move from the House to the Senate in the Republican primary.
the ballot, refer to the July 27 edition of West Valley View or visit westvalleyview.com.
Candidates for city offices answered View questionnaires which appeared July 20 for Litchfield Park, July 27 for Tolleson, Aug. 3 for Buckeye and Aug. 10 for Avondale.
For additional information, including locating a polling place for the primary or registering to vote and signing up for early voting for the November election, visit the Maricopa County Recorder’s website at recorder.maricopa.gov or the Arizona Secretary of State’s website at azsos.gov.
Watch for results of the city races on the West Valley View’s Facebook and Twitter accounts.
make local spending decisions.
A defeat of Home Rule would likely cause havoc, officials said. Cities would continue to collect taxes, but would lack authority to spend all the money that comes in.
If Home Rule fails to pass, Avondale estimates its annual budget capacity would be reduced by 35 percent in fiscal year
2017-18, resulting in significant cuts. Avondale voters have approved Home Rule every four years since 1981 and most recently by 83 percent, according to the city.
In Tolleson, the Home Rule extension was approved by just two votes when it was last on the ballot in 2013.
West Valley Women’s C Care are
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Maria R. DiLeo, M.D.
Kim Roberts, W.H.N.P.
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Home Rule failure would cripple West Valley cities
Avondale and Tolleson voters have one question on their ballots that is more important than any office they’ll be voting for.
It’s the question of whether or not to approve the Home Rule Option.
Passage of the Home Rule Option, or the Alternative Local Expenditure Limitation, is crucial if residents wish to keep the services they’ve become accustomed to — police and fire protection, trash collection, clean water, things like that.
Thanks to the state’s infinite wisdom, cities that haven’t passed the Permanent Base Adjustment, effectively abolishing Home Rule, must ask their residents every four years to pass Home Rule or slash their budgets to an impossible figure, a figure that is far exceeded by their revenues.
The state decided back in 1980 to cap cities’ budgets at their 1978-79 figures using a now antiquated formula to adjust for inflation and population.
It just doesn’t work.
Avondale’s budget based on the formula would be more than $80 million less than its projected budget of $176 million. Tolleson’s would be more than $40 million less than its projected $62 million.
Both cities would still collect revenues equal to their projected budgets, they just wouldn’t be able to spend them. Response times for police and fire would most likely be measured in hours instead of minutes. Residents would be responsible for their own trash disposal. Roads would deteriorate. And both cities would be sitting on millions and millions of dollars that they couldn’t touch. It would be like driving a 1980 Chevy Citation and living in a single-wide ’60s-era trailer while having enough money in the bank to afford a 2016 GMC Yukon and a brand new 2,500-squarefoot house, but you couldn’t touch that money.
Approving Home Rule does not allow cities to raise taxes, it simply allows them to spend the money they collect.
Obviously, services such as police, fire, sewer and water would be last on the chopping block. Cities would cut things such as parks, libraries and community events from their budgets first. But when faced with having to cut tens of millions, those crucial services would definitely take a hit. Police and fire departments would likely still exist but what would their force number?
If it sounds like we’re trying to scare you, good, we are. Because Avondale and Tolleson would be scary places to live if Home Rule fails.
Failure of Home Rule wouldn’t force these cities to live within their means, it would cripple them to the point of no return.
We mentioned the Permanent Base Adjustment earlier. Buckeye is the most recent West Valley city to pass it, following in the footsteps of Goodyear and Litchfield Park.
Permanent Base Adjustment eliminates the need to seek voter approval for Home Rule every four years by raising the expenditure limitation to a more modern number in line with current city services.
We urge both cities to seek the Permanent Base Adjustment in 2018. Although both cities have passed Home Rule every four years since 1982, Tolleson had quite the scare in 2013 when it passed by just two votes.
But that’s down the road. For now, we urge all Avondale and Tolleson voters to vote yes on Home Rule.
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those of the author. Two online reader polls have indicated that a majority of View readers prefer that the letters not be edited.
Ariz. road work is a waste
Editor:
Well since Monday 2/15/16,actually they started on Friday the 19th,Sarival Rd. between Camelback & Indian School has been closed.
The sign, originally posted but then mysteriously disappeared within 3 weeks, read from 2/15/16 to 5/15/16.Good thing I took a picture.
Now we sit 3 months past due & yet it’s still not open. We know they’re building a business park but whatever goes across Sarival doesn’t take 6 months to do.
Maybe we should start doing what they do back East & that’s making construction accountable & they have to finish no later than their contracted dates.
Maybe since all the driving residents,who have to drive 3 extra miles both ways to get thru, should be compensated for every day they keep going over.
Road construction in Arizona is one of the biggest waste of
taxpayer’s money.Plus don’t get me started on how many times Camelback Rd. has been worked on in the past 28 years... Geez,the waste...
John Manning Litchfield Park
Vote yes on Home Rule
Editor:
On August 30th, Avondale voters will have the option to again allow the city to determine its own way to spend its money. Prop 486 is the Extension of the Alternative Expenditure Limitation (Home Rule) for the City of Avondale for the next four years. If approved, this ballot measure will enable the city to continue local control of its budget.
There is no vote in this Avondale election cycle more important than Home Rule.
Like all cities and towns, Avondale has seen significant growth. Each year, the city prepares a budget that reflects current revenues and allocates funds according to the needs of the community to provide the levels of service that residents have come to expect. The city estimates that service and improvement needs for Avondale during fiscal year
2016/17 will cost $176,731,99 - $82,015,519 over the state imposed limitation.
A YES vote on Prop 486 will continue the alternative expenditure limitation in Avondale for four years, allowing Avondale to provide services and improvements to the community based upon current financial conditions and service needs. Home Rule is NOT a means to increase tax rates or expenditures — it simply allows the City Council to make local decisions to spend money that is already being allocated.
If not approved, Avondale’s annual budget capacity would be reduced by approximately 35% in fiscal year 2017/18 resulting in significant cutbacks in programs, services and capital projects.
Every four years since 1981, Avondale has asked voters to consider the “Home Rule” alternative Expenditure Limitation option. Avondale voters have consistently approved the Home Rule Option. I encourage you to again vote YES on Prop 486 and allow the City of Avondale to continue to provide the services its residents expect and deserve!
Avondale mayor
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We need criminal control
Editor:
Due to the lack of knowledge inherent in “We Need Gun Control: WVV, Aug. 10th, I assume the, author was not a field officer. I refer to her definition of the term “Assault weapons.”
As a veteran who spent many years in the Near and Middle East and Africa I would like to respond to her curious and error laced “letter.”
In recent opinion polls “Most Intelligent Americans” feel that the more than twenty thousand gun laws currently on the books are sufficient.
The problem is Federal and State Justice Departments are not prosecuting those laws. It’s called, crime or criminal control.
Vets, including my own son, a fighting United States Marine put themselves in harms way daily as do our brave men and women law enforcement officers.
Many have paid and will continue to pay the ultimate price for the freedoms that are taken for granted.
That would include the 1st and 2nd Amendments which are being eroded daily by politicians. I would strongly urge the retired deputy sheriff to read “The Great Assault Weapon Hoax” by Joseph Tartaro, and “Assault on Weapons,” “Dancing in Blood” and “Shooting Blanks” by Alan Gottlieb and Lt Col. Dave workman. As for members of law enforcement being “seriously outgunned” there is no credible evidence to support that statement and although suicide is tragic it does not require a firearm.
The love of liberty is not “ antiquated” and the “new world” is a damn sight more dangerous than it used to be.
As Goethe said, “There is nothing more terrifying than ignorance in action”
With respect, of course, from a “whining self serving” vet.
DJ Hammond Buckeye
Vote for Hillary
Editor:
When voting this November, remember Hillary Clinton is a Progressive. She, like all Progressives, believe that big government is the answer to all our problems.. Since our Constitution is a document of limited government, if elected
, Hillary will have to preside over the total dismantling of the Constitution of the United States. This will be done by illegal executive orders , increased regulations, and by making radical Supreme Court appointees. So , if you are ready to sacrifice all of your precious Constitutional guarantees, and if you are OK with trashing the Bill of Rights , then by all means vote for Hillary !
Understand the implications . Hillary will not hesitate to impose her ideology on everyone of us. No more freedom of speech ; No more freedom to peacefully assemble ; No more freedom of religion ; No more freedom to possess firearms ; No more freedom of movement without a government permit ; Limited freedom to control your own money. We are at a cross road . November’s election will determine whether or not we remain a free people for the next hundred years and beyond. If you vote for Hillary, you must at the same, time seriously consider how you will explain that vote to your children and grand children years from now, when with teary eyes they ask you how the freest nation in history lost it all. What went wrong
Vote for Hillary, so that we can have our first female President and lose our freedom in the process. Yes a female President, but not Hillary, Never Hillary ! Her actions as Secretary of State have shown that she is not worthy of being President . She is a charlatan a pathological liar, and a con artist, performing on the worlds biggest stage.
Roy Azzarello Goodyear
A safer D.C.
Editor:
Have you or any of your readers ever thought about how close Washington D.C. is to the Atlantic Ocean? With today’s missiles and war ships, an enemy country could be 150 or 200 miles off the east coast and hit D.C. in half an hour. We patrol out about 120 miles. We have quick response teams, but could we spot and stop twenty or thirty missiles all going to D.C. at the same time?
In the war of 1812, the British destroyed Washington D.C.! Why should we think it could not happen again. Perhaps the problem is the location of Washington D.C.? If D.C. was near the middle of the country, there would be plenty of time to react to incoming missles. All we need would be for Colorado and Nebraska to give up some land along the common border for
the NEW Washington D.C.. The Old D.C. could be given back to Maryland and Virginia as tourists attractions.
Just think of the jobs created for a modern safe D.C. being built. Colorado would give up some of Yuma county and Nebraska would give up some of Dundy county. Of course, I did not present this to Washington D.C. nor the States of Colorado or Nebraska. Anyone besides myself think it is a good idea?
Bernard Oviatt Salome
Donald Trump
Editor:
Republicans creat Frankenstein, now you Republicans will pay for this disaster that you created. When you Republicans had a chance to set him straight you diden’t. It seems that all of you Republicans were scared of Him.
Now you Republicans are the captains of the Titanic. And you will all sink with your ship. You will lose the White House, the Senate, and the House to, among other posts.
Mebbe after this disaster you Republicans will learn to treat people with respect, I doubt it tho.
A couple of weeks ago I saw something that made me angry and sad at the same time.
TV Channel-3 was paying for teachers school supplies. The teachers were using thier hard earned pay checks for school supplies something that never happed when I was in school, but in those days Democrats were in charge, now Republicans are cutting everything, left and right. That’s the difference between Republicans and Democrats.
I can’t wait for the American people to tell you Republicans to go home.
Can you imagine Donald Trump losing to a girl, I hope he doesen’t jump off the Grand Cayon, that would make a mess.
Alfred Molina Tonopah
The facts of corruption
Editor:
I wish that Mr. Arnold Knack would get familiar with all the facts. Apparently, Mr. Knack does not have the knowledge of all the corruption that has evolved from President Obama’s administration.
West Valley View does not allowed enough space to completely disseminate in detail all the corruption within the
afore mentioned administration. It would take over a thousand pages to explain.
However, in reference to Mrs. Clinton, she is a person with many tittles and no substance. Since she’s been involve in government work, the only thing she has created are disasters. Of course you would have understood this if you have been born on this planet.
As I stated on the last article, that is if you read it to the end, “IN WAR, TRUTH IS THE FIRST CASAULTY”. Think about it.
Jaime Ruiz-Sandoval Litchfield Park
Is settling the norm?
Editor:
School’s been in session for a couple weeks and already I’m seeing things that make me wonder “when did settling for less become the norm”?
All you have to do is Google “where does Arizona rank in education” to see that we rank 45th out of 50 states. My grandchildren recently received their AZ Merit scores from last year. One of them did exceptionally well; averaging well above students in his school, district and state. The other didn’t do well, scoring “Barely Sufficient,” on average with students in his school, district and state. When I questioned him, he said his teacher told him he did really good. I asked him if he thought that was the case; he said as long as my teacher says I did, I’m ok with it. My oldest grandson just started high school. I was saddened to see he didn’t even know how to sign his name. Did you know cursive is no longer taught in school, and hasn’t been for years? That a child can graduate from high school and not know how to sign his name? But they have laptops and know how to type.
It’s been 46 years since I graduated from high school in Wisconsin. I admit to being old school, but I’d rather a child cart around a textbook and read it, than learn by playing games on a computer. One of my grandsons, the “barely sufficient” one, told me there was no such thing as a good book and didn’t know why he should have to read. My oldest daughter used to be an English teacher. She quit teaching; not because of the students, but because of their parents. If only we were as excited about our children’s academic success as we are about Friday night football games.
Marge Meggers Buckeye
Can we keep our Constitution?
Editor: In about 1973 The Shah of Iran made a deal with the USA for airplanes. Jimmy Carter was President. The Shaw was kicked out of office and the money remained here. 2016 some of the money, with more to come, suddenly we had to pay back over 400 million dollars in unmarked bills just as our hostages were to be released. Sounds like ransom to me. Money laundering at best. Why that day? Why the hurry? We also released guantamo prisoners at that time. Will they be back to killing us again, time will tell won’t it? Officers of Iranian army were seen buying arms, ammo, tanks airplanes etc. from Russia and China. So we will be paying for the arms that kill our sons, daughters, husbands, wives, y and friends. A proud moment for America! Our POTUS also released 564 felons unto our streets. I bet we all feel safer now. Go ahead vote for Hillary if you want more of the same. Deceptions, coverup Manipulations and lies and more lies. The FBI is now investigating the Clinton Foundation. Won’t that be fun, a President who has to pardon herself. To top it off her husband an impeached, and disbarred lawyer. Let’s not forget all the women he attacked.
Our Foundling Fathers pledged their lives, their fortune, their sacred honor to give us our freedom. Will you give away your freedom of speech,(almost gone now) freedom of religion, and our freedom to protect ourselves. We will get a Supreme Court and 64 federal judges that will always vote for dems. causes. My answer is no! This President has destroyed our relationship with Israel because of his affection for Islam. Me and my family stand with Israel always.
Jean Levandowski Litchfield Park
Clinton email server issue
Editor:
Hillary testified that she did not send nor receive classified or top secret emails on her server(s).
This being the case, why are the FBI interview notes heavily redacted, and the notes are being declared top secret and access limited to the top secret closed
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access system.
The FBI agree to release these interview notes to Congress, but the Chairman of the oversight committee requesting the note does not have the necessary security clearance to review ALL of the content of the note.
So the questions you need to asked yourself is, if Hillary said there was no top secret emails sent or received, then why have the notes of her secret interview with the FBI declared to contain classified content that only individuals at the highest level of government can read. A good committed democrat will say..... so....but many of us Americans are outraged at the lose of honesty and integrity in our politics process.
The political elite establishment has fail all Americans. The permanent government establishment have become extremely political (the IRS, the EPA, the Justice Department) Trust in government is at it lowest level. It’s rhetoric over substance.
Our last election was based on Hope and Change and Transparency.......well maybe we should embrace this because it’s just been a slogan of little substance........We need Change and Transparency.......and Hope is eternal....
God Bless America.......
Virgil E. Warden Goodyear
‘Stink’ is being close-minded
Editor:
Appears to me that Mr. Compton would have us believe that Hillary and the Democratic Party is all love and wonderful while Donald and the Republicans are pure evil. His socialistic, liberal drivel is quite obvious. Both candidates and parties have good and bad qualities about them. Until Mr. Compton and others from both parties stop their myopic views and hateful attitudes, the congress will remain in gridlock and the American people will remain divided. The “stink” is being close minded David.
Skip Hanson Peoria
Weise for mayor
Editor:
The decision of who to vote for in the race for Avondale Mayor is an easy one, it is Ken Weise. Many of the reasons I’m voting for Ken are the same used by the current Avondale City Council when it chose Ken Weise to be appointed mayor after a vacancy in the Mayor’s office. They knew Ken after serving with him on the council. They knew then, as I do now, that Ken is best prepared for the job in both skill and temperament, has the best grasp of the issues at hand, the best understanding of what it will take to bring quality jobs to Avondale and to grow our city wisely. But most of all, Ken has a desire to improve the life of all who live in Avondale. Ken is running for the right reasons, the reasons that matter to everyone who lives in Avondale. To keep our community safe, our economy strong and to have the same opportunities in Avondale as in other cities. Ken is a man of principles and integrity and isn’t swayed by the latest trend or driven by a personal agenda. He isn’t short-sighted or self-serving. Isn’t that what we want in our elected leaders?
I have served my community in elected office and understand it isn’t always easy, sometimes hard decisions must be made. We should want someone in the office of Mayor that is guided by reason and a desire to offer the best outcome to the most people. In the race for the Mayor of Avondale, that person is Ken Weise. I encourage all voters in Avondale to vote for Ken Weise for Mayor.
Kim Owens Avondale
Speed bumps in an alley?
Editor:
Are you kidding me? Speed bumps installed in an alley? The city just installed speed bumps on E. San Xavier Blvd which is a little traveled alley that is mostly used by the garbage trucks…maybe they have bein speeding during trash pickup? We have residential streets (Buena Vista) that have an abundance of high speed traffic daily. The police do nothing when made aware We need speed bumps before someone is killed …
Oh yes…they are needed more in an alley. Nice going Goodyear.
Dick Merdick Goodyear
Guilty by association
Editor:
Perhaps it’s time to remind ourselves of the old adage, “A Man Shall Be Known By The Company He Keeps”.
If so,could anything be more revealing of Donald Trump’s character than his currently hooking up with the likes of Steve Bannon (Breitbart) & Roger Ailes (Fox)? These are two of the most reprehensible right wing, slash-and-burners in recent political history.
I look forward to seeing a political cartoonist’s depiction of the three of them on a Republican trash-heap come November 9.
Steve Berliner Buckeye
Did they or didn’t they?
Editor:
I am wondering if Kool-Aid drinkers, Posner, Flynn, Orr, et. al., whose ideological rantings regularly appear in the WVV, shed their pride long enough to go see Dinesh D’Souza’s documentary: Hillary’s America – A History of the Democratic Party.” Perhaps they ‘snuck’ out at night and to save face didn’t tell their Democrat friends they were going slumming.
I can postulate responses from Demos who were brave enough to go see this movie and from those Demos who wouldn’t go see it. If they saw it, they will undoubtedly claim it’s all hogwash and untrue when in fact, every frame is true. If they didn’t go see the movie they are simply denying themselves factual information — thus their anti-Republican, pro-Democrat arguments about societal contributions by the Democratic party have no validity.
As Congressman Earl Landgrebe said during the Watergate hearings, “Don’t confuse me with facts!”
William Jones Goodyear
Don’t forget to vote
Editor:
We’re down to the wire. Our local elections are upon us, nothing left to do except cast you votes. I strongly encouraged all registered voters to do just that . Remember , statewide votes DO count , we have a say in State, County and local governments. We DO NOT have a say in the Presidential Race. Folks, like it or not, we’re just screwed on that one !! so, VOTE, VOTE, VOTE The State of Arizona, our counties and local offices are depending on us.
Kathy Scarlett Buckeye
The transition to tyranny
Editor:
We are moving rapidly from freedom to tyranny and a large part of the transitional governmental framework is now in position as well as are personnel of like belief or persuasion. We are now at that point in this internal revolution where it is violence and its solutions which must follow for the desired end results to be achieved. This is normal, logical and proven procedure when a nation is targeted and the groundwork has been done and is ongoing. Which leads now to the issue facing us in this downward slide to tyranny — violence! Based upon massive media coverage and opinion we would be led to believe that “we” are a racist police hating society and therefore must be disarmed and controlled by a national police force as the solution. “We” are a nation of over 300 million people up of many nationalities, ethnic groups etc. Do you honesty believe the vast majority of 300 million people are violently racist and hate the police? What we are seeing is a continuing escalation in street violence, made to appear as a national uprising — thanks to our national media and its ability to hope to convice us that racism and police hating are the root causes. The purpose is to divide us (class warfare) and control us. The orchestrated street violence represents the true nature of the enemy. If “we” surrender, that will become our reality. Those who would control us have
a big problem — we are an armed nation. Therefore we must be the cause of the violence. Conclusion — we must be disarmed to end the violence — which is what the media would have us believe. In the final analysis, freedom depends upon the ability of a nation to defend itself — from both foreign and domestic enemies.
Karl Nelson Goodyear
Vote yes on Home Rule
Editor:
I urge you to vote YES on Proposition 486, Home Rule Option for Avondale. By voting YES, this will allow the City of Avondale to set expenditures on current and anticipated revenues rather than the state imposed limitations which are based on 1979-1980 expenditures. What this means is that with the City of Avondale’s FY 2016 budget of $176, 731,990 and the state imposed limit of $53.4 million, Avondale would have to cut $86.9 million in the budget. This means a significant loss of services and personnel even though the money is still in the coffers of Avondale. Avondale just wouldn’t be able to spend the money.
If Home Rule doesn’t pass, the city would still be collecting taxes but wouldn’t be able to spend it. By voting YES, there will be no extra taxes or fees and allows the City of Avondale to spend the money that has already been collected for our current and future programs and services and personnel. By voting YES, this also allows the City of Avondale to continue with its local control of its budget. It is VITAL that you vote YES for an extension of the Home Rule, Prop 486 for the next four years.
Vice Mayor Stephanie Karlin Avondale
Business Briefcase
by Shane McOwen staff writer
Hello again, everyone, and welcome to the Business Briefcase.
Hopefully, I’m not about to jinx it, but this is the first summer at my current place of residence, (undisclosed location of course) that my power hasn’t been knocked offline because of a storm.
I was reminded of that fact while driving through a haboob Sunday evening. Another storm that lost the head-to-head matchup with the power of electricity.
It’s not just when I’ve been home, either. I haven’t had to set one clock in the place all summer. That’s when you know you’re on a good power grid, when you don’t have to try to time up your stove clock with your phone clock. Mine are constantly one minute off of each other.
Of course, I’m sure this means I’ll have to retract all of this information next week, when a monsoon storm forces me to find the flashlights and candles.
Let’s take a look at some business news, shall we?
Does anyone remember CJS Film Studios in Avondale, behind the Gateway Pavilions shopping center on 103rd Avenue north of McDowell Road?
The studio hasn’t been in use for years — a fire actually torched a good portion of the facility in 2014 — but we finally have some progress toward what will replace it.
A land planning consulting firm has filed a request with Avondale to rezone the land to allow the development of a 400-unit luxury apartment home community, Brett
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The application is currently under review by city staff, and multiple public hearings are still to come.
On a personal note, before the studio closed, I was threatened by someone (owner? caretaker?) because my friend and I somehow found ourselves on the property when we took a shortcut through the canal path just east of the studio. I never understood how it was my fault they only had fences and gates on one side of the property.
Danny’s Truck Wash at the southeast corner of Roosevelt Street and 101st Avenue has filed a request with Avondale to expand its capacity by converting the closed car wash portion to additional truck bays.
Danny’s Truck Wash and the city are still figuring out
logistics of the project, and the application has not been approved just yet.
Legacy House Avondale, a 170-unit assisted living facility, is in preliminary works to go in just south of the currently under construction QuikTrip on the southeast corner of Dysart and Thomas roads. It’s still in the developmental stages, so there are no timetables on construction dates to report.
Lastly, on a more tangible note, the Fry’s Marketplace on Litchfield and Camelback roads opened Aug. 19. It’s the company’s 121st grocery store in Arizona, and third marketplace to open in 2016.
The marketplace is Fry’s largest store model (124,096 square feet to be exact), and the location will be open from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. seven days a week.
The accompanying Fry’s Fuel Center at the southwest corner of the shopping plaza has been open for a few months.
That’s all for this week, folks.
We’re about three years and 50 weeks away from the next summer Olympic games. Better start marking off those calendars!
As always, send tips, questions or comments to smcowen@westvalleyview.com. I’ll take a look at each and every one of them.
Thanks for reading, and have a good week.
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
Manufacturing facility to create hundreds of jobs in West Valley
by Kourtney Balsan special to the View
A new manufacturing facility under construction in Tolleson is expected to create more than 550 jobs in the West Valley.
SK Food Group’s 212,000-square-foot facility is being built at the northwest corner of 75th Avenue and Buckeye Road. Hiring will begin in early 2017, officials said.
“SK Food Group’s organizational culture is kindred to that of the city of Tolleson in which family, friendship and corporate relations reside in every moment of truth,” Tolleson Mayor Adolfo Gámez said. “Our organization stands ready to ensure that SK Food Group enjoys the swift speed to market for which Tolleson is renowned and honors their commitment to our community.”
The Seattle-based company has manufacturing facilities in Nevada, Ohio and Canada. It assembles sandwiches and entrée items that are sold to grocery stores, quick service restaurants, cafes, the transportation industry and convenience stores, President and CEO Steve Sposari said.
Its signature is the Oven Pride Kitchen line, which can be found in grocery stores all over the nation. The company expanded and partnered with Deli Chef and HQ Fine Foods to become one of the most robust sandwich makers in North America, according SK Food Group’s website.
“We separate ourselves from others by offering high-quality items and exceptional customer service,” Sposari said.
Sposari, 56, has been president and CEO of SK Food Group since 1999 and has been employed or associated with the company since 1979, he said.
“The city of Tolleson, city of Phoenix
and the state of Arizona were gracious in their support of the SK Food Group deciding to expand our operations to Tolleson,” Sposari said.
Executives of SK Food Group, including Sposari, attended Arizona’s Spring Training CEO Forum in March, when they met Gov. Doug Ducey and members of Arizona Zanjeros, a business leadership group created by Ducey.
“SK Food Group is the latest in a string of manufacturing wins for Arizona,” Ducey said in a press release. “I’m thrilled to officially welcome them, and I am confident they’ll find success in Arizona.”
SK Food Group decided to build in Arizona because of the attractive business climate, Sposari said, adding that Tolleson is perfect geographically with an affordable shovel-ready site, low energy costs, low corporate and individual income tax rates and an exceptional workforce available to meet hiring needs.
“Several other Southwestern states were under consideration for this project; however, Arizona’s advantages for business, plus our collaborative, proactive effort to bring SK Food Group to our state won out,” said Sandra Watson, Arizona Commerce Authority president and CEO.
SK Food Group also has plans to reinvest in the community with its Opportunity Youth program, which employs West Valley and West Phoenix residents ages 16-24 who are not currently in school or working, Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton said.
“SK Food Group should be commended for their focus on helping Opportunity Youth and for giving young people a leg up and a
chance to succeed,” Stanton said in a press release. “This is exactly the type of company we want in our region because they came in the door asking how they could best show their commitment to our community.”
The youth program is just a start, because SK Food Group plans to be highly involved in the community, Sposari said.
He also stressed the company would be pleased to employ senior citizens who are interested, able and qualified.
“It’s a method for us to give back to the communities in which we operate, while at the same time providing opportunities to those who could use it,” Sposari said. “Furthermore, it is a good investment on our part as we hope to develop the future leadership of the company.”
The Arizona Commerce Authority and the city of Phoenix will help SK Food Group identify available workers, said Susan Marie with the ACA.
“This project will generate significant capital investment in the Tolleson community. As more people enter the workforce and capital is deployed in the market, the economy grows,” she said.
The jobs will be full-time positions with benefits, including medical, that are fully subsidized by the company, Sposari said. The company also offers a form of diversity training on its management team.
“We look forward to a long and prosperous relationship with the greater Phoenix area while at the same time becoming a model corporate citizen,” Sposari said.
Kourtney Balsan can be reached at Kbalsan@westvalleyview.com.
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IRS warns tax professionals of scam
The Internal Revenue Service is warning tax professionals to an emerging phishing email scam that pretends to be from tax software providers and tries to trick recipients into clicking on a bogus link.
The email scheme is the latest in a series of attempts by fraudsters to use the IRS or other tax issues as a cover to trick people into giving up sensitive information such as passwords, Social Security numbers or credit card numbers or to make unnecessary payments.
In the new scheme identified as part of the IRS Security Summit process, tax professionals are receiving emails pretending to be from tax software companies. The email scheme requests the recipient to download and install an important software update via a link included in the e-mail.
Once recipients click on the embedded link, they are directed to a website prompting them to download a file appearing to be an update of their software package. The file has a naming convention that uses the actual name of their software followed by an “.exe extension.”
Upon completion, tax professionals believe they have downloaded a software update when in fact they have loaded a program designed to track the tax
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Shane McOwen
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Avondale plans return of Billy Moore Days
Festival, parade among 16 events city will sponsor in 2016-17
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
A series of events sponsored by the city of Avondale will include the return of a parade and festival named for the community’s founder to be staged in time to mark the city’s 70th anniversary.
Avondale’s Billy Moore Days will be Oct. 21-23 on Western Avenue in Historic Avondale.
It’s among a series of six major events and 10 other events that start this month, according to Kirk Haines, director of the city’s Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department.
The opening night of this year’s Billy Moore Days will include Resident Appreciation Night and GAIN night activities, which have been in October in recent years, Haines told the Avondale City Council at a meeting in July.
The event will also feature Billy Moore Days traditions, including a Saturday morning parade, with former Avondale educator Belen Moreno as grand marshal.
A carnival, with 10 to 12 rides at Dennis DeConcini Park, 351 E. Western Ave., will run for three days, Haines said.
There will also be an entertainment stage and perhaps fireworks, he said.
Billy Moore Days was a tradition in Avondale for decades until 2008, when city-sponsored events became the victim of budget cuts caused by the economic downturn.
As the economy improved, city events made a comeback, growing to about 10 annual events.
An attempt to revive Billy Moore Days in 2010 was unsuccessful, but support for restoring the event has been increasing in recent years.
Mayor Kenn Weise included a call for the return of the festival in this year’s State of the City address, and the City Council considered the subject during a meeting in April.
Councilman Lorenzo Sierra, who is on the event planning committee, said response to a Facebook posting he made about Billy Moore Days showed a “groundswell of support” for the event.
Officials suggested that attendance will build on the estimated 4,500 who attended Resident Appreciation Night in the past.
Weise said the event will be an opportunity to showcase the city as it observes its 70th anniversary.
According to historical accounts, William Moore was something of a scoundrel before he made his way from Missouri to the Arizona Territory in 1867.
Moore eventually settled on the west banks of the Agua Fria River and opened a general store, established a stage coach stop and became the postmaster and justice of the peace in the town originally named Coldwater. He died at age 92 in 1934.
Avondale was incorporated in 1946 and the first Billy Moore Days was organized by the local Chamber of Commerce in 1954, celebrating the Western lifestyle with beard growing contests, a beauty pageant and street dances.
The city took over the event in 2005.
Before the event was discontinued, the Billy Moore Days parade was billed as the longest-running parade in the state.
A local parade made a comeback in 2012, when Avondale, Goodyear and Estrella Mountain Community College established the Tale of Two Cities festival.
Concert and workshop kicks off arts events
The new season of events sponsored by the city of Avondale kicks off with the first of a series of new performing arts events.
The inaugural event on Aug. 27 is the Avondale Music Showcase and Workshop at the Estrella Mountain Community College Performing Arts Center, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale.
For those interested in getting into the music industry, the event will feature a two-hour workshop at 3 p.m. with the Alice Cooper Solid Rock performers.
The workshop is geared toward teams and college-age young adults.
At 6 p.m. there will be a concert with performances by Laura Walsh and John Caufield. Walsh, a pop-country singer-songwriter and an Arizona native, was soloist winner of the Alice Cooper Proof is in the Pudding talent search in 2014 and was a contestant in the last season of American Idol. She has been an opening act at concerts for Miranda Lambert, Sugarland and Dierks Bentley.
Caufield is a singer-songwriter and guitarist who is a former winner of the Proof is in the Pudding talent search. He’s originally from New Jersey and now lives in Arizona.
The concert is free for the first 300 who arrive.
The event is hosted in part by Alice Cooper Solid Rock and the Performing Arts Center.
To register for the workshop, visit gbump.com/avondale-music-showcase/.
Avondale event dates
Mark your calendars. Here are dates for the next season of events planned by Avondale’s Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department:
• Aug. 27: Performing Arts Event — Avondale Music Show
• Oct. 15: Neighborhood Movie Night
• Oct. 21-22: Billy Moore Days
• Nov. 4: Mayors Challenge Golf Tournament
• Nov. 11: Veterans Day Celebration & Fun Run
• Dec. 3: Avondale Winterfest
• Jan. 28: Performing Arts Event
• Feb. 25: A Tale of Two Cities Parade and Festival
• March 4-5: Tres Rios Nature & Earth Festival
• March 25: Neighborhood Movie Night
• April 8: KidFest!
• April 22: Performing Arts Event (tentative)
• April 29: Neighborhood Movie Night
• May 5: Avondale Fiesta
• May 29: Memorial Day Ceremony
But nostalgia for an Avondale heritage event lingered judging by a 2014 online petition advocating the return of Billy Moore Days that generated hundreds of signatures.
Vice Mayor Stephanie Karlin said city-sponsored events are a way to bring the community together.
Billy Moore Days and Tale of Two Cities are among what Haines called Avondale’s “signature events.”
They include the holiday season Avondale WinterFest, the TresRios Nature Festival, the Friendship Park play day KidFest! and Avondale Fiesta, which is timed to coincide with Cinco de Mayo.
What Haines called “specialty events” includes the return of movie nights, three family-themed films to be screened in Avondale neighborhoods.
A one-time event will be the Friendship Park grand re-opening sometime in September to celebrate improvements at the city’s largest park, which has been closed during the summer for renovations.
Haines said games and activities will focus on the park’s new splash pad and picnic shelters.
Other events are traditional, including Veterans Day and Memorial Day observances.
Absent from the schedule is a repeat of last winter’s comedy show, which reportedly attracted a full house but drew criticism from some City Council members who thought the show’s adult content didn’t match Avondale’s family-friendly image.
Haines said the budget for city events is $370,000, with $274,000 coming from a City Council allocation and the rest from sponsorships and fees.
Billy Moore Days is the most costly of the events, budgeted at $121,500.
Costs cover a contract with Goosebump Marketing & Events, a Phoenix company that produces the events.
Haines said the city is in the last year of a five-year contract with Goosebump.
He noted that the city supports several other local events with sponsorship agreements.
For information on Billy Moore Days or to sign up parade entries, festival exhibitors, vendors, business sponsors, community partners and volunteers, visit billymoore.com.
Glenn Gullickson can be reached at ggullickson@westvalleyview.com.
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Although the IRS knows of only a handful of cases to date, tax professionals are encouraged to be on the lookout for the scams and never to click on unexpected links in emails. Similar email schemes using tax software names have targeted individual taxpayers.
The IRS urges all tax preparers to take the following steps:
• Be alert for phishing scams: do not click on links or open attachments contained in e-mails and always use a software provider’s main webpage for connecting to it.
• Run a security “deep scan” to search for viruses and malware.
• Strengthen passwords for both computer access and software access; make sure the password is a minimum of eight digits long (more is better) with a mix of numbers, letters and special characters.
• Educate all staff members about the dangers of phishing scams in the form of emails, texts and calls.
• Review any software employees use to remotely access the network and/or the IT support vendor uses to remotely troubleshoot technical problems and support the systems. Remote access software is a potential target for bad actors to gain entry and take control of a machine.
Tax professionals should review Publication 4557, Safeguarding Taxpayer Data, A Guide for Your Business, which provides a checklist to help safeguard taxpayer information and enhance office security.
Avondale woman to serve on nursing commission
(From Page 9) Dawna Cato
Abrazo Market Director of Professional Development Dawna Cato of Avondale has been appointed to serve on the American Nurses Credentialing Center Commission on Accreditation from 2017 to 2020. The ANCC COA will examine and provide recommendations for the ANCC’s national accreditation standards. Additionally, Cato was named to the Arizona State Board of Nursing Education Advisory Committee.
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12. Every Kid’s Dentist & Orthodontics
13. Buckeye Feed
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15. PostNet
16. Jones Ford Buckeye Service
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Verrado football wins big; Football previews for Buckeye, La Joya, Millennium, Tolleson and Tonopah Valley
Scorpions sting Coyotes, take season opener
TEHRAN THOMAS, right, of Desert Edge holds the ball out in front of
season opener. Perez had 18 carries for 76 yards, while Thomas carried 18 times for
yards and two touchdowns.
Centennial 26-24.
Westview runs over Basha in opener
Knights O-line, backs lay waste to Bears defense in 54-36 rout
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Westview football’s bread and butter has been a punishing run game for the better part of a decade. It never looked easier than it did against Chandler Basha Aug. 19.
The Knights (1-0) ran every which direction over the Basha (0-1) defense to the tune of 461 yards in a 54-36 barn-burner to open the 2016 season.
Westview’s Tyler Vasko picked up right where he left off last year, rushing for 315 yards and three touchdowns. He also caught one pass for 51 yards and a score.
“The linemen listened to the [blocking] rules, they executed well, and the running backs ran the ball hard,” Vasko said. “The offensive line, big shout out to them.”
The Knights earned the victory in new coach Nick Gehrts’ debut.
“We wanted to limit our turnovers and our stupid penalties, which I thought we did,” Gehrts said. “We had a couple of stupid false starts, but the good news is they had more. Our offensive line
played their butts off.”
The Knights’ defense held Basha quarterback Ryan Kelley in check for much of the first half. Kelley ended the game with 238 yards on 21 of 35 passing and two touchdowns, but only had 63 yards on 9 of 18 in the first half. The Arizona State commit was also sacked four times, and lost a fumble that was returned for a touchdown in the first quarter.
Fast start
After two penalties on the first two plays of the game, Westview shook off the offseason cobwebs and drove the ball to the Knight’s own 48-yard line. From there, Vasko ripped off a 52-yard scamper up the middle for the game’s opening score, making it 6-0 after the failed extrapoint attempt.
Four plays later, the Knights were on the board again.
Kelley lost the football amid backfield confusion, and Previn Loyd scooped up the fumble and ran it in 43 yards for the touchdown. Vasko’s two-point conversion run was successful, giving the Knights the 14-0 lead with 7:08 to play in the first quarter.
Basha responded with a score of its own, but Westview closed out the half
Desert Edge makes big impression in jump to 5A
by Casey Pritchard sports editor
FLAGSTAFF — Desert Edge passed its first test in 5A, and it was a big one.
The Scorpions beat defending Division I champion Peoria Centennial 26-24 Aug. 20 at Coconino High School in Flagstaff. The game was played there as part of the Sollenberger Classic.
Desert Edge struggled in the first half, but finally got things going after intermission, and capitalized on some timely turnovers from Centennial.
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“It was a yo-yo game, kind of back and forth,” Desert Edge coach Rich Wellbrock said. “At the end of the day, I think it was one of those situations where we made plays when we had to make plays. In these big games, that’s what it comes down to.”
Centennial turned the ball over twice in the first half, and three more times in the second. Two of those were killers, as one resulted in a fumble recovery touchdown that gave Desert Edge the lead, and the other set up the Scorpions’ final touchdown, which put the game out of reach.
“We talk about it all the time; in big games, it comes down to three plays,” Wellbrock said. “We can go back and look at it and everybody is going to say the turnovers or whatever else, but maybe it was the previous play that set up them having to run a certain play. At the end of the day, it’s game one. Both sides are going to analyze and overanalyze everything, but we’re both going to be different football teams come, probably, November.”
The game didn’t start out great for Desert Edge, as Centennial burned off nearly eight minutes from the clock in a 14-play drive that resulted in a field goal, making it 3-0.
“We couldn’t get off the field on third down in the
View photo by Mike Rincon
running back Rocky Perez Aug. 20 in the Scorpions’
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Desert Edge beat
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TYLER VASKO, 10, of Westview puts out a stiff arm toward Basha’s Kenric Jameison Aug. 19 during the season opener. Vasko rushed for 315 yards and three touchdowns during the Knights’ 54-36 victory.
Riders roughed up in season opener
Youngker can’t overcome costly turnovers in loss
by Rafael Alvarez special to the View
Youngker opened up its season at home against El Mirage Dysart, and while the Roughriders started off strong, the Demons would eventually cool them down, defeating Youngker 39-17.
Running backs Christopher Medcalf and Pacey Prettyman led the way for the Demons, as Prettyman finished with 16 carries for 110 yards and two touchdowns, while Medcalf finished with 10 carries for 164 yards and two touchdowns. Medcalf also had three receptions for 30 yards and a touchdown.
Youngker (0-1) started off on a good note, as its very first play of the opening drive was a 42-yard completion from quarterback Alex Rodriguez to running back Rashad Griffis. Rodriguez then capped off the drive with a 40-yard field goal, as he nailed it through the uprights, giving it a 3-0 lead with 9:25 left in the first quarter.
Shortly after, Dysart (1-0) seized the momentum from the Roughriders. Following a Youngker punt by Rodriguez that put the Demons on the Youngker 48-yard line, Dysart got a 48-yard touchdown run from Medcalf. After a blocked PAT, the Demons were up 6-3 with 5:27 remaining in the first quarter.
From there on out, Dysart continued to move the ball down the field with its bread and butter, the running game.
After a Dysart fumble recovery would put the Demons in good field position starting at the Roughriders’ 37-yard line, Prettyman would eventually scamper into the end zone for a seven-yard touchdown with 2:40 left in the first quarter, making it 12-3 in favor of Dysart.
The Demons finished with 379 total yards, 349 of those coming from their rushing attack. Their defense limited the Roughriders to 246 total yards.
Youngker coach Kelly Epley said the game plan the Demons brought forth was a similar one from last year.
“We knew we were going to see a 6-1 defense, a little bit of 5-2,” Epley said. “We knew what their offense was going to look like. They weren’t going to change much since they had success against us last year.”
That defense had success once again, as it sacked Rodriguez three times and forced four turnovers, one of which was a pick-six from 18 yards out by Dysart linebacker Holden Holyoak. That made the score 19-3 with 6:49 left in the second quarter.
The Demons would add another score off a 17-yard touchdown pass from Dysart quarterback Kobe Ganados to Medcalf, making it 26-3 with 2:52 left in the first half.
After an interception by Youngker defensive back Deante Hemphill at the
1:16 mark, the Roughriders weren’t able to capitalize off the turnover and the Demons led 26-3 at the half.
“I felt like it was an energy boost, like we could’ve came back off that, but we didn’t do it,” Hemphill said.
The turnovers were something Epley brought up to his team at halftime.
“We were doing everything wrong we could do wrong,” Epley said. “We were making mistakes that I’ve never seen before, and we looked poorly coached.”
The costly mistakes continued in the second half. Dysart took advantage of a roughing the punter flag, and on the next play, Medcalf would take it all the way to the house for a 47-yard touchdown run with 9:31 left in the third quarter, making Dysart’s lead 33-3.
Following a strip-sack from Demons linebacker Mackinnley Halla, which was recovered by Dysart defensive lineman Raymond Cruz, the Demons would add on
another touchdown run by Prettyman from three yards out. With just over a minute left in the third quarter, Dysart led 39-3. Youngker would show some late life, as on its next drive, Roughriders running back Regis Niyonkuru ran 77 yards for their first touchdown of the game with 25 seconds left in the third quarter.
“I tried to help get my team back up,” Niyonkuru said. “On offense, every time I get the handoff, I think about scoring.”
After a failed two-point conversion, it was 39-9 Dysart.
With 8:14 left in the game, Youngker would score again off a 43-yard touchdown pass from Rodriguez to wide receiver Parker Fleming. A pass from Rodriguez to Griffis would add on the two-point conversion, but that would be the end of any scoring for either team.
Struggling offense
It was an up-and-down battle for
Rodriguez, as he finished the night completing eight of his 19 passes for 127 yards, one touchdown and two picks.
“He had some good moments, and some bad moments,” Epley said. “He’s a tough kid; he’ll bounce back.”
Rodriguez said he felt like the team was lacking trust and team chemistry, something he said it had during the offseason. Nonetheless, he knows his team will bounce back, he said.
“It’s not the same team we had over the summer,” Rodriguez said. “We didn’t get the job done. I felt like the trust wasn’t there, the team chemistry wasn’t there, but eventually we’ll get it. We’ll improve, no doubt. I trust these guys, and we’ll improve no matter what.”
Hemphill echoed Rodriguez’s sentiments.
“We just got to believe in each other,” Hemphill said. “The next person to you, you just have to believe in them. That’s it.”
View photo by Jordan Christopher
RASHAD GRIFFIS, 5, of Youngker rushes the ball Aug. 19 while being chased by Dysart’s Holden Holyoak. The Roughriders lost their season opener 39-17 to the Demons.
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by Shane McOwen
sports writer
La Joya football is entering the 2016 season up two conferences from a year ago.
The Lobos are hoping to tackle the challenge of moving from the old Division III to the 6A conference, the Arizona Interscholastic Association’s highest level, by expanding depth across the roster, La Joya coach Josh Mitchell said.
“Right now, we’re still transitioning,” Mitchell said. “We were platooning for a few years, and now we’re not. We’re trying to figure that out, trying to figure out how to get enough practice time in and keep intensity up.
workouts.
“They came every day,” Mitchell said. “They didn’t miss anything.”
Before the scrimmage, Mitchell said the team only had two positions with solidified starters, and quarterback Devin Dourisseau was getting the most reps as signal caller. Dourisseau started at quarterback his sophomore year on JV, but focused on defense last season.
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“We’re coming along more slowly than we have in the past, because we’re not platooning.”
La Joya went 3-7 in 2015, but will look to improve that record by keeping the most talented 11 out on the field for a higher percentage of the game’s total plays.
Mitchell said one of the toughest challenges has been keeping intensity at a high level for the duration of practice.
“It’s easy when it’s [starting] offense against defense,” Mitchell said. “Now that they play both ways, it’s tougher to get that intensity.”
Mitchell also said his team doesn’t have a lot of Fridaynight experience.
“They’ve got to get that, and they can’t until we start getting into scrimmages and games,” Mitchell said. “I have a lot of younger guys who I don’t know if they believe they’re varsity players yet. I’ve got gold helmets on them, but they don’t know yet. They have to go against somebody else and have some success before they believe it.”
The Lobos may be inexperienced on the game field, but they are treating practice and film sessions like seasoned pros.
“Everyone is putting in a good effort to learn,” Mitchell said. “There are a lot of questions being asked at the appropriate times. They’re not making a mistake and not fixing it. They’re making a mistake, asking a question and fixing it, and the next time they do it, it’s correct.”
Senior safety Aaron Murphy said the team has the talent to do well this season, and just needs to believe in itself.
“We need everybody to see the talent that we have,” Murphy said. “We have to be mentally prepared to know what we can do during the season.”
Many positions were open heading into the first weeks of practice, and many of the starting-job battles continued through the team’s scrimmage against Peoria Raymond S. Kellis, Mitchell said.
“We have eight offensive linemen who could take the five spots, but I have no idea where I’ll put them until after the scrimmages,” Mitchell said. “I’m having a couple learn two spots right now.”
Mitchell said the linemen led the way during summer
“Everybody is getting their reps, everybody is going to improve,” Dourisseau said. “We’re getting better every day. Our team strength is teamwork. We’re in this together.”
Running back Davon Jones will return to the backfield. Jones ran for 468 yards and three touchdowns on 103 carries last season.
“We have big things coming this year, and I think we can make the playoffs and do something there,” Jones said. “Since we’re going both ways now, I really think we can have more people come in and out so we can get more rest.”
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
Schedule
(all games start at 7 p.m.)
Conference and Region: 6A Southwest Coach: Josh Mitchell (fifth year at La Joya, 16-24) 2015 record: 3-7
Key personnel losses: Devin Hendrix, Dre’Aunn Johnson, Justin Jones, Alex Moreno and Hector Rodriguez.
Key returnees: Maurri Deberry, Devin Dourisseau, Davon Jones, Aaron Murphy and Hunter Older.
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DEVIN DOURISSEAU of La Joya throws a pass Aug. 15 during practice. The Lobos open the season Friday at home against Corona del Sol.
Tolleson football ready for bright lights
Schedule (all games start at 7 p.m.)
Aug. 26 Sandra Day O’Connor
Sept. 2 Agua Fria
Sept. 9 at Mesa
Sept. 16 Mountain Ridge
Sept. 23 at Westwood
Sept. 30 at Westview
Oct. 7 Valley Vista
Oct. 14 at Millennium
Oct. 21 Copper Canyon
Oct. 28 at La Joya
Conference and Region: 6A Southwest Coach: Jason Wilke (fifth year at Tolleson, 23-19) 2015 record: 5-6
Key personnel losses: Byron Dunlap, Brandon Frost, Zane Hemer, Felipe Jimenez, Ruben Mariscal, Moses Ramirez and Lenny Walker.
Key returnees: Dallas Dixon, Kylon Hawkins, Ruben Lebron, Lamont Reese, Anthony Robles and Martin Valenzuela Parra.
Wolverines
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Tolleson football has quickly turned around its sluggish start to fall practice, and is ready to take on the 2016 season with a lofty goal: win the region.
“All of the things we do is to be region champs,” Tolleson coach Jason Wilke said. “That’s our mission and vision. That’s the ultimate goal.”
Tolleson went 5-6 last season, unable to find consistency. The Wolverines also played in a series of close games — only two of the team’s 11 contests were decided by more than 10 points.
The players know it will take an extra effort to get over that hump, and have started to put forth the necessary effort after a lackluster opening week of practice, Wilke said.
“The first week of practice after camp was not where we needed to be,” he said. “It was a tough first week. I like where we’ve been the last two weeks. Since [the first week], they’ve started to come with a sense of purpose. We’re getting some results because of our hard work in practice.”
Wilke said the team’s work ethic has been impressive, but needs to continue throughout the season.
“They need to realize it’s a long season here,” he said. “There are still a heck of a lot of things that we need to get better at, and that’s what this team needs to do. If this team can show up, work every day, be disciplined, be committed, play for the community and the school, it’s going to be a lot of fun.”
Tolleson was able to have some fun in its first action against an opponent. The Wolverines took it to Phoenix Sierra Linda in the teams’ scrimmage Aug. 17, dominating on both sides of the ball.
“One, we got out healthy, and two, we got a bunch of guys some reps and some guys made some plays,” Wilke said of the scrimmage. “We’re excited to get a look at the film and dissect it a little more. I’m happy with the effort.
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PATRICK ORTEGA of Tolleson surveys the field Aug. 17 while playing quarterback in a scrimmage against Sierra Linda. The Wolverines have their sights set on a region championship in 2016.
fumbled the ball on a second-and-one rush attempt.
Basha cut the lead to seven with 3:37 remaining thanks to a Kelley quarterback keeper from four yards out.
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with two more scores: a 27-yard run by quarterback Ryan Martinez and a 51-yard touchdown pass from Martinez to Vasko, to lead 28-7 at the break.
Fireworks broke out in the third quarter, starting with Basha’s Desean Goodman. Goodman took the opening kickoff 90 yards for the Bears score, cutting Westview’s lead in half, 28-14.
The teams exchanged a score each in the next 3:06, before Basha finally stopped Westview’s offense. Vasko
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I think the kids communicated well.
“The kids were having fun. We worked our tails off, so that was the most rewarding thing to see, the kids having fun. That’s what football is all about.
Lineup, expectation
Tolleson still has a few starting positions ready for the taking.
That was as bad as it would get for Westview. The Knights outscored their opponent 18 to 7 in the final quarter on the way to the 18-point victory.
“I’d love to sit here and take credit for the play calls, but it’s all those guys [players],” Gehrts said.
Both teams racked up the penalties. Westview was flagged 15 times for 121 yards worth of infractions, while Basha was called for 13 penalties for 90 yards.
The Knights missed both attempted extra point kicks on the night, one from a poor snap and another wide left. Westview opted to go for two on six of its touchdowns, converting three of them, all runs by Vasko.
“I told the guys it’s an exciting time to play here,” Wilke said. “We have a lot of spots up for grabs. We were able to play everyone who was eligible [in the scrimmage], and we’ll evaluate from that.”
Wilke identified three players who have established themselves as leaders early in the season: center/ linebacker Martin Valenzuela Parra, receiver/defensive back Dallas Dixon and tight end/strong safety Kylon Hawkins.
“They’ve done a good job here after that first week, and have taken on some leadership direction with our team,” Wilke said.
Tolleson’s goal of winning the region would get it to the playoffs. The Wolverines’ last postseason action came in 2013, and they have not won a playoff game since 2006.
“Obviously, there are aspects of the game we’ve got to get better at,” Gehrts said.
Martinez finished 2 of 6 passing for 60 yards and a touchdown, and rushed for 52 yards and a score on four carries. Running back Orange Mooney gained 20 yards on four carries, and Efrain Arechiga carried the ball nine times for 74 yards and two touchdowns.
Westview is off this week, and will take the field again Sept. 2 at Phoenix Brophy.
“I’m excited with the new coaching staff,” Vasko said. “They have us very well prepped.”
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“The expectation is, and our goal is, to win our region, and obviously make the playoffs every year,” Wilke said.
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EFRAIN ARECHIG, 5, of Westview makes a cut against the Basha defense Aug. 19 during the Knights’ season opener. Westview rushed for 461 yards in beating the Bears handily, 54-36.
Verrado stomps Paradise Valley in opener
Vipers overcome early mistakes, roll to 68-6 victory
by Casey Pritchard sports editor
It was very apparent Verrado was playing its season opener Aug. 19. Yellow hankies all over the field told that story.
Fortunately for the Vipers, they were able to shake off enough of the rust in order to win, and win big. Verrado’s defense created seven turnovers, including three pick-six, and the offense scored at will. The result was a 68-6 thrashing of Phoenix Paradise Valley, last year’s Division III state runner up.
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Verrado coach Derek Wahlstrom said it was a prototypical first game of the season.
“You come out and you have to anticipate you’re going to have some issues with lining up right and making sure we have enough people on the field on special teams, false-start penalties, things like that,” Wahlstrom said. “As much as you try to coach against that, everybody is excited, everybody is champing at the bit to go, so sometimes that’s just going to be a natural thing.”
Verrado amassed 110 penalty yards, all in the first half. Fortunately for the Vipers, it didn’t cost them.
“This is a coach’s dream, you get a victory and get to coach them up on Saturday on film,” Wahlstrom said. “We’re excited about getting better tomorrow.”
The game didn’t start well for Verrado, as Paradise Valley converted a fourth-and-five from its own 25-yard line after it appeared as though the Trojans would go three-and-out on the game’s first possession. Instead, they ran a fake punt pass play that gained 12 yards and kept the drive alive.
“They audibled to it because we didn’t cover the slot guy,” Wahlstrom said. “That’s our mistake and that’s completely on me because I didn’t call timeout. We talked about if we didn’t line up correctly to call timeout, and I’m sitting there not calling timeout. So that’s Zero Week issues for Coach Wahlstrom.”
Paradise Valley took advantage of its trickery and marched right down the field to score the game’s first touchdown. Quarterback Bric Hudnutt found Xavier Watkins on a 20-yard pass for the touchdown, making it 6-0.
“That was a wake-up call,” Verrado outside linebacker Jakob Alicea said. “When that happened, everybody was surprised, we were mad, but we bounced back from it.”
Verrado wouldn’t allow another point the rest of the game, and the offense responded immediately. The Vipers’ false start and holding penalties put them in a first-and-long situation, but after chipping away at the down and distance, Elijah Johnson made a 19-yard catch on fourth down to keep the drive alive.
“That was a great momentum shift for us,” Verrado running back Ja’tai Jenkins said. “Eli is a great player, we knew he could make that catch no matter what the coverage was. It boosted our confidence once he got that, hyped the whole team up. We really needed that one.”
Five plays later, Jenkins darted into the end zone from three yards away for his first of three touchdowns, making it 6-6.
Verrado took the lead just seven seconds later, as Alicea got the first of his two pick-six’s. He jumped a route and took the interception 25 yards to pay dirt.
“I read the quarterback; I saw it from a mile away,” Alicea said. “That comes from the coaching staff, teaching us to see what they’re doing. We watch a lot of film. I give a lot of credit to coach [Tom] Ward.”
Decision making
Leading 13-6, Verrado scored on its next possession, converting another fourth down. Initially, the Vipers sent out the punt team, but only nine players made it
on to the field. Wahlstrom was forced to call timeout, and changed his mind.
“The decision making was multiple years of experience on Coach Ward’s part saying, ‘Hey, you’ve got a big back, you might as well use him on fourthand-one and send a message,’” Wahlstrom said. “We didn’t need to hear it twice, we said, ‘Let’s give it to the big fellow.’”
The big fellow is Dante Richardson. After picking up eight yards and a first down, Richardson scampered 55 yards on the next play for a touchdown, making it 19-6.
“He’s trying to break the mold that he’s just a short down back,” Wahlstrom said. “He’s trying to set himself up as a guy who can put on a little juice, as well as a little jets.”
Verrado made it 26-6 early in the second quarter on a Jenkins 40-yard TD run.
“I just saw white jerseys and then green grass, so I went for the green grass,” Jenkins said.
From there, it was an onslaught. Verrado scored twice in the last two minutes of the first half, on a 45-yard Maverick Gamez pass to Marcus Rivera, and a 10-yard Jenkins run.
In the second half, Verrado scored on a 10-yard Richardson TD run, another Alicea pick-six, a Zachary Jernigan seven-yard scoring run and another pick-six, this one from Isaac Olson.
“I don’t think at Verrado that’s ever happened,” Wahlstrom said of the three pick-six’s. “[Alicea], he’s normally our blitzer and guy who likes to hit
the quarterback, so I guess he decided to use the psychological game and take the ball to the end zone instead.”
Verrado totaled 416 yards, while holding Paradise Valley to 90. The Trojans had just 15 yards of offense after the opening drive.
Verrado’s rushing leaders were Jenkins and Richardson, who had 116 and 77 yards, respectively. Gamez was 12 of 20 passing for 170 yards.
It wasn’t the cleanest of efforts, but considering it was only mid-August, Wahlstrom was pleased.
“First game issues on offense, defense and special teams, but on all sides of the football, we played pretty well,” Wahlstrom said. “We played hard. We said if we’re going to make mistakes, make them full speed, and we did.”
Paradise Valley was playing with a depleted roster after eight athletes were kicked off the team for a hazing incident that happened during team camp in California last month. Still, Verrado was able to win and get out on the right foot.
“I want to build that momentum,” Wahlstrom said. “We’ve got to get that ball rolling, and now that it’s rolling, it can snowball for us.”
Verrado travels to Phoenix Arcadia at 7 p.m. Friday. The Titans lost their opener 56-15 to Gilbert Williams Field.
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JA’TAI JENKINS, 1, of Verrado jumps through the Paradise Valley defense Aug. 19 while extending his arm to fend off Patrick Long. Jenkins rushed for 116 yards and three touchdowns against the Trojans, as the Vipers cruised to a 68-6 victory in the season opener.
Tigers adjusting to life under new coach
Millennium football seeks to improve fortune in 2016
by Shane McOwen sports writer
For Millennium’s football team, intensity is the name of the game under new coach James Carter.
“I would say it’s really been a test,” wide receiver Aidan Diggs said. “We’ve been pushing the limits in practice. The running and the conditioning, the coaches are making sure we’re on top of all that.”
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Carter brought a bit of an old-school feel with him to Millennium from Peoria Sunrise Mountain, and you can’t blame him. Sunrise Mountain improved its record every year since Carter got there in 2010, including going 20-3 since the beginning of the 2014 season.
“We’ve definitely gotten used to it,” Diggs said. “It will definitely help us throughout the season.”
The Tigers won’t mind if Carter’s successful scheme follows him to Millennium. Sunrise Mountain averaged 59.6 points per game in last year’s regular season. Millennium averaged 18.8.
“[The offense] is a lot more diverse, a lot more complex, but it’s for the better,” running back J.J. Gayles said. “The first couple of weeks were tough, but once you get it, it’s easy.”
Running back Melo Johnson agreed with his backfield counterpart on the complexity of the offense.
“It’s more advanced than last year,” Johnson said. “Last year, it was more simple. [On] 32 Blast, you go to the 32 hole, on a pitch or something like that. This time, [the plays have names] like Zulu North.”
“The stuff that the coaches have put in, it will work,” wide receiver Cameron Taylor said. “We just need to come together as a team and do our jobs.”
Early reports
Carter said the team looks good and has improved over summer workouts and the first weeks of official practice, but like most teams, still has areas in which it can improve.
“We just have to get better at hustling to the ball,” Carter said. “We have to do a better job of that, [and]
Schedule
(all games start at 7 p.m.)
Aug. 26 at Perry
Sept. 2 at Verrado
Sept. 9 Desert Edge
Sept. 16 at Skyline
Sept. 23 at Sandra Day O’Connor
Sept. 30 La Joya
Oct. 7 at Copper Canyon
Oct. 14 Tolleson
Oct. 21 at Westview
Oct. 28 Tolleson
Conference and Region: 6A Southwest
Coach: James Carter (first year at Millennium) 2015 record: 4-6
Key personnel losses: Brendon Baker, Noah Jones, Joseph Raymond, Tyler Posada and Anthony Vega.
Key returnees: Aidan Diggs, J. J. Gayles, Melo Johnson, Patrick O’Connell, Raymond Pauwels, Ernie Pina and Cameron Taylor.
J.J. GAYLES of Millennium holds a blocking pad during an Aug. 17 practice. Gayles was the Tigers’ leading rusher last year, gaining 1,296 yards while scoring 13 touchdowns. Millennium opens the season Friday at Perry.
blocking and tackling. Fundamentals. We’re going back to fundamentals. Scheme-wise, I think we’re OK. We’re still making a few mistakes, but we’ll correct those before we go against [Gilbert] Perry.”
The Tigers scrimmaged Bradshaw Mountain Aug. 16 in Prescott Valley.
“We went off a script, we just wanted to evaluate players,” Carter said. “They’re a good team, and we got some good looks. Defensively, we did pretty good. On offense, we had some mental mistakes, but those are correctable.”
The Tigers were able to get some valuable experience out of the scrimmage, Diggs said.
“I would say it was more of a learning experience,” he said.
last season. He ran for 1,296 yards and scored 13 touchdowns. Johnson rushed for 508 yards as a junior in 2015, and scored four touchdowns.
“We just have to get better at hustling to the ball. We have to do a better job of that, [and] blocking and tackling. Fundamentals. We’re going back to fundamentals. Scheme-wise, I think we’re OK. We’re still making a few mistakes, but we’ll correct those before we go against [Gilbert] Perry.”
— James Carter Millennium football coach
Receivers Diggs and Taylor, and tight end Raymond Pauwels, expect to lead the passing attack against this season. The trio combined for 86 receptions for 1,086 yards and three touchdowns.
Carter hasn’t named a starting quarterback yet. Ernie Pina completed 147 of 261 passes for 1,734 yards, seven touchdowns and 10 interceptions as a sophomore last season.
Linebackers Patrick O’Connell, Jumanne Smith and Christian Brooks have anchored the defensive unit so far, Carter said.
Millennium is competing in the 6A Southwest Region with Glendale Copper Canyon, La Joya, Tolleson, Surprise Valley Vista and Westview.
“We got to see how our offense would work, got to look at our mistakes and got to go off of it. Definitely more of a learning experience than anything.”
Millennium will not be without experience heading into the regular season. The Tigers are returning a handful of players on each side of the ball.
Gayles returns as the team’s leading rusher from
The Tigers open their season against Perry at 7 p.m. Friday at Perry High School, 1919 E. Queen Creek Road in Gilbert.
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first half, and we needed to,” Wellbrock said. “They had 33 plays; we had 14 plays in the first half. That doesn’t usually equal out to a positive.”
Desert Edge went three-and-out on its first possession, but was fortunate to get the ball back from Centennial as the return was fumbled and recovered by Daniel Pullem. The teams then traded possessions, with the Scorpions getting the ball back on their own 38-yard line after Nassir Sims recovered a fumble. Just two plays later, Tehran Thomas went 56 yards for a touchdown, putting Desert Edge on top 7-3.
“I can’t do it without them five [linemen] and everybody else that blocks for me, the receivers, the running backs,” Thomas said. “When my number was called, I just tried to make a play for my team. The O-line opened up the gap, I saw the hole and went for it.”
Centennial responded with a long drive, scoring on a two-yard run from Taylor Fiame. The touchdown came with 19 seconds remaining in the second quarter, giving the Coyotes a 10-7 halftime lead.
The second half didn’t start any better for Desert Edge, as it went three-and-out on its first drive of the third quarter. Following the punt, Centennial scored in just two plays, making it 17-7.
However, Desert Edge wasn’t going to go away quietly. The Scorpions responded immediately, scoring in six
plays, capped by a Thomas 33-yard run on a read option, to make it 17-14. It was just the boost Desert Edge needed after a quiet first half.
“The mentality was we had 24 minutes left to show we’re one of the top teams in the state, if not the top team in the state,” Thomas said. “That’s kind of the mentality when we came out in the second half, just we got to play our game, have to calm down. When we played our game, you see what happens.”
Centennial then coughed up the lead late in the third quarter. Fiame fumbled the ball at the 23-yard line, and Roshaun Johnson picked it up and rumbled into the end zone for a touchdown and a 20-17 lead.
“Dante [Blissit] wrapped him up and [Eric] Marsh ripped the ball out,” Johnson said. “It was spur of the moment, I picked it up and ran it back. It was all crazy.”
“We weren’t playing great in the beginning, but we came out with the win. That’s all that really matters.”
Desert Edge got fortunate early in the fourth quarter, as Thomas fumbled the ball at his own 37-yard line, but Centennial immediately fumbled the ball back to the Scorpions. Desert Edge went three-and-out on the ensuing possession, but the special teams unit came up with a big play. The punt bounced off the leg of a Centennial player and the Scorpions recovered. An 11-play drive, capped by a Blissit three-yard run, put the Scorpions ahead 26-17 with 3:55 remaining. The offense clicked better in the second half, providing the Scorpions with a spark.
“We were definitely running the ball way better and moving the ball down the field way better,” Johnson said. “The score was low, but we came out with the W and it feels great.”
Centennial wound up scoring again, but the Coyotes ran out of time on their final possession, only getting one play off before time expired. It set off a euphoric celebration for Desert Edge.
“It’s nice to be 1-0,” Wellbrock said. “It’s obviously a quality opponent … We’re probably going to get about three hours of a big smile, and we’re back to work as coaches tomorrow morning. We come back to work next week with a quality opponent in Notre Dame Prep.”
Desert Edge totaled just 216 yards of offense in a performance Wellbrock characterized as sloppy.
“That’s as sloppy as our offense has been in quite a while, and that will get taken care of,” Wellbrock said. “There’s some corrections that need to be made. Again, let’s give credit to Centennial as well, they made those flaws look pretty bad at times. We’ll get that corrected and go back to work Monday morning.”
Thomas had 104 yards on 18 carries, while Rocky Perez had 76 yards on 18 carries.
Marsh led the defense with 11 tackles, including two for a loss. He also forced a fumble.
“They came out chirping at us a little bit in the second half, but we just stayed quiet and knew what we had to come out and do, and that’s exactly what we did,” Marsh said. “We shocked the state right now.”
Desert Edge will host Notre Dame at 7 p.m. Friday. The Saints were a 35-14 winner against Surprise Shadow Ridge last week.
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ROSHAUN JOHNSON, 23, of Desert Edge runs toward the end zone Aug. 20 against Centennial after recovering a fumble. Johnson, who is being escor ted downfield by teammates Dante Blissit, 45, and Dylan Scovil, scored the go-ahead touchdown on the play as the Scorpions went on to a 26-24 victory at Flagstaff’s Coconino High School.
Hawks aiming for return trip to playoffs
Buckeye loads up schedule despite inexperience
by Casey Pritchard sports editor
Buckeye’s strength of schedule each of the past two seasons hasn’t done it any favors.
The Hawks went 8-2 during the regular season in coach Kelley Moore’s first year, 2014, but all that got them was a No. 15 seed and an eventual first-round exit from the state playoffs. A season ago, Buckeye was 7-3 and missed the postseason.
This year, the Hawks have six playoff teams from last season on their schedule.
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It’s something Moore said he hopes will cement them into a good playoff position, if they’re able to be successful.
“What we did was, the last two years, we played three playoff teams; this year, we scheduled six from last year,” Moore said. “We tried to double our strength, so we’re not 7-3 and don’t make the playoffs.”
This year’s group will compete without much experience going into the season. There are 25 to 28 seniors, Moore said, but not many of them saw action on the field last year. Some of them weren’t even in the program in 2015.
“This year, we had a lot of kids that haven’t played that came back to the program,” Moore said.
Because of that, it made the summer schedule of passing league and big-man competitions extremely important.
“We really needed it this year, and the kids responded really well,” Moore said. “The big guys were probably our highlight. They did a super job all summer. I’m really happy with them.”
Buckeye won the big-man competition at the Universal Athletic tournament.
“I feel confident [with the linemen], and it’s on them,” Moore said. “Until we gain some experience, make some mistakes and are able to recover, it’s on them.”
Moore’s main concern before the start of the season is with the skill positions, he said.
“Defensively, we don’t have one skill kid that started last year,” Moore said. “How are they going to react? It’s a long season, they’ll get better, I’m really not too worried about it. They’re working hard.”
Since experience is a big factor heading into the season, Moore will concentrate on the smaller things at the beginning of the year, he said.
“We’re going to be simpler, not do all the stuff we have done,” Moore said. “We’re going to be simpler to try to help promote some of the success that we’ve had. We don’t want to overload the guys. We’ve got to be smart as coaches, what we can do, versus what we should do.”
Buckeye’s offensive line will be led by Angel Gordillo, Travis Greene and Ethan Allen. Allen said he’s very excited about the season because there’s a lot of potential on the team.
“We won a lot of big-man over the summer, and last week, we put in a lot of work, and just by looking at that, I think we’re going to have a solid offensive line,” Allen said. Three-year starting quarterback Art Bojorquez graduated, opening up a spot. Joseph Perez is slated as the No. 1 guy, but he’ll get some competition from Albert Buelna.
“He [Buelna] started the first half of La Joya when I had suspended some kids [last year],” Moore said. “We were down three quarterbacks that week. We pulled him up as a JV player. He did a great job.”
Buelna went 2 for 3 for 35 yards and two touchdowns in his lone appearance last year. Perez saw action in eight games, completing 16 of 33 passes for 191 yards with three touchdowns and two interceptions. Getting Perez experience last year was critical, Moore said.
“Toward the end of the season, in certain situations, we’d put him in no matter what,” Moore said. “We just had to for the sake of experience.”
Competition building
Buelna is pushing Perez at quarterback, and that isn’t the only position where competition is taking place. Moore said competition is a strength of the team because the athletes are not afraid of it.
“We compete,” Moore said. “We want to sharpen each other and get better as we go. Nobody is backing off because, ‘Oh, that guy’s a senior.’ We don’t have that. We’re going to force the competition.”
Buckeye doesn’t have an experienced running back returning this year. Six different players are in the mix to be the starter right now, but none of them was in the program last year, Moore said.
Jaiden Segundo has the best chance to be the top back. He didn’t play last year as a sophomore, but was in the program his freshman season.
“We’re glad to have him back,” Moore said. “He’s a slasher. If he was 200 pounds, he’d be great. He’s 140, but he runs like that, he has that kind of toughness.”
Darzel Smith, a transfer from Texas, is another candidate for running back, as is Javon Sheron. Sheron had 13 carries last year, but also made 21 catches. He’ll most likely start on defense as a safety for the Hawks, Moore said.
Gilbert Buelna also had some carries and caught a handful of passes for the Hawks in 2015, but he’s another guy who will likely see a majority of action on the defensive side. Overall, there are a lot of question marks.
“We think we know, but do we really?” Moore said. “The biggest question mark of the offseason is where guys will fill in.”
Jacob Jefferson will split time between tight end and defensive line, while Brandon Betancourt could make a significant impact at tight end. He’s this year’s biggest surprise, Moore said.
“He hasn’t played a whole bunch, but he’s a worker and has made himself into a football player, so we’re going to give him a shot to be one,” Moore said.
Defensively, Sam Dudko returns as a middle linebacker. He had 49 tackles in eight games last year.
“He’s the guy that’s got to run the thing,” Moore said. “He’s the centerpiece.”
Dudko said the chemistry of the team, especially on defense, has been really good.
“We’ve come a lot farther than last season, especially personnel wise, and attitude is a lot better than last year,” Dudko said. “We’re a lot closer. Last year, we were separated more, but this year, we all bond.”
Jamen Pantoja, Gilbert Buelna and Chance Benn are also part of the linebacking corps, while Smith, Jose Ortiz and Josh Sanchez are all working at the cornerback position.
Moore wants to play 22 different people at the start of the game so they don’t wear down.
“The goal is not to [play guys two ways] because when you get to teams like [Scottsdale] Saguaro, [Tempe] Marcos [de Niza], Desert Edge, Verrado, those guys don’t,” Moore said. “So it looks like a great game for a half, then the third quarter shows up and the steam starts to go out of the bubble, and theirs doesn’t. We do the best we can to do at least 22 starters, so we’re two deep everywhere.”
Buckeye will compete in the Southwest Region of 4A, facing Yuma and Yuma Gila Ridge, in addition to district sister schools Estrella Foothills and Youngker.
Moore’s expectations are to make the playoffs, and he realizes if his team can get there, and do so healthy, anything can happen, he said.
“These guys have great chemistry, they’re together,” Moore said. “They compete against each other, they’re not always happy with each other, but they have good chemistry, and that’s going to produce some good stuff for us.”
Buckeye opens at 7 p.m. Friday, hosting Peoria Sunrise Mountain.
“We’re going to find out [how good we are] early,” Moore said. “If Sunrise smashes us in the mouth, then we’ll know where we’ve got to go. If we do a good job against them, we’re going to be a money team.”
Schedule
(all games start at 7 p.m.)
Aug. 26 Sunrise Mountain
Sept. 2 at Tempe
Sept. 9 at Coronado
Sept. 16 Peoria
Sept. 23 at Washington
Sept. 30 at Yuma
Oct. 7 Gila Ridge
Oct. 14 Mohave
Oct. 21 Youngker
Oct. 28 at Estrella Foothills
Conference and Region: 4A Southwest Coach: Kelley Moore (third year at Buckeye, 15-6) 2015 record: 7-3
Key personnel losses: Robert Aceves, Luis Anduray, Art Bojorquez, Jordy Casado, Alex Esqueda, Andrew Gomez, Kevin Pinckney, Dustin Rivera, Nick Stevens and Yancey Vanosdell.
Key returnees: Ethan Allen, Albert Buelna, Gilbert Buelna, Sam Dudko, Angel Gordillo, Travis Greene, Jacob Jefferson, Joseph Perez and Javon Sheron.
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ETHAN ALLEN, right, of Buckeye holds up a defender Aug. 16 during practice. Allen is one of three returning starters on the offensive line for the Hawks.
Phoenix hope to rise again with new coach
Dustin Johnson looks to lead Tonopah Valley to another successful season
by Rafael Alvarez special to the View
When Tonopah Valley last took the field, it had just been eliminated by Miami in the first round of the 2015 Division V state playoffs. Despite the loss, the Phoenix finished with a school best 9-2 record.
Now, with former Phoenix defensive coordinator Dustin Johnson taking over head coaching duties after Nick Gehrts’ departure to Westview, Johnson is excited for the opportunity.
“The support and excitement I have had being the head football coach out here at Tonopah Valley has been outstanding,” Johnson said.
While last season featured the football program’s best record it’s ever had, it doesn’t add more pressure for Johnson. Nonetheless, the pressure still exists.
“I feel like there’s pressure whether we went 14-0, or 0-10,” Johnson said. “We want what is best for our boys, and we focus more on the daily duties as a student athlete and being good citizens, while working hard in the process.”
If Johnson is to lead the team to another successful season, he will have to do it without Michael Carter, Colt Thompson, Jerry Aguilar and last year’s section Defensive Player of the Year and team leading rusher, Arturo Tapia, who have all graduated. Last year, Tapia ran for 1,591 yards on 187 carries and 11 touchdowns. On the defensive side, Tapia had 131 total tackles, seven of which were for a loss.
With Tapia gone, Johnson will look to a pair of young running backs to keep the running game going.
“We have a couple sophomores that have been sharing reps,” Johnson said. “Shad Sayer and Angelo Anderson have been running very hard.”
Both players saw some playing time at running back as freshmen, despite Tapia getting a majority of the carries. As freshmen, Anderson had 18 carries for 157 yards and a touchdown, while Sayer had seven carries for 26 yards and a touchdown.
A crucial component of a top-notch running game is its offensive line, which has improved tremendously, according to Johnson.
“We had some key athletes get much bigger, stronger and faster, and [have] made the move to offensive line and made our line really athletic,” Johnson said.
The linemen Johnson noted were juniors Jess Pennington and Christian Brown, as well as senior Joseph Brown.
“Jess played it last year, but did so at 150 pounds. He’s worked hard and is pushing 190,” Johnson said. “The others either played running back or tight end. They are athletes.”
The transition between positions has not been too difficult for the players, Johnson said.
“They love to hit, so all it took was some fine tuning,” Johnson said. “They have loved playing up front.”
Pennington, who plays middle linebacker on the defensive side, hopes to fill the void Tapia left, as Pennington was the second leading tackler last year with 118 tackles, four of them being for a loss.
Other key returnees include Sebastian Young, Eddie Knight, quarterback Chris Davis and Laron Major, who was the second-leading receiver behind Thompson. As a junior, Major had 27 receptions for 382 yards and five touchdowns, to go along with one rushing touchdown. Davis threw for 1,034 yards and 13 touchdowns as a sophomore.
Davis, being the young quarterback that he still is, has continued to evolve his game in the offseason as well.
“His attitude toward the game has changed and I think it comes a lot from Coach [Kody] Karjala,” Johnson said.
“He cares about the little things. Everything from his cadence, to his footwork; he has bought in 100 percent.”
Overall, Johnson said that both the offensive and defensive units have looked good in the offseason.
“Both are meshing very well,” Johnson said. “We always want to be better, but the mesh with them has been great.”
Heading into the regular season, Johnson and the rest of the coaching staff have been telling their players to love one another, give that perfect effort and take it one play at a time, and the players are trusting the process.
“Our boys have bought into what we are doing,” Johnson said. “Our attitude has exceeded our expectations.”
Just like any other team, Tonopah Valley knows every game is important, and that every opponent is going to give its all.
“Morenci will be a great indicator for us,” Johnson said. “They will be tough and well-coached. Glendale Prep had success in eight-man, so we’re excited to see them … Parker will give us a great test … Paradise Honors will be our toughest region opponent.”
The regular season is a long one, which is why the expectations Johnson has for his team are simple.
“We just want to go 1-0 every game and come together as a team,” Johnson said. “If they can say that they learned to be good people when they leave here, then we have gone 14-0. Wins will come to those that deserve them.”
Tonopah opens the season at 7 p.m. Friday, hosting Morenci.
Schedule
(all games start at 7 p.m.)
Aug. 26 Morenci
Sept. 2 at Glendale Prep Sept. 9 Bourgade Catholic Sept. 16 at Santa Cruz Valley Sept. 23 Camp Verde
Sept. 30 at Mohave Accelerated
Oct. 7 Parker
Oct. 14 at Kingman Academy
Oct. 21 at Red Rock Oct. 28 Paradise Honors
Conference and Region: 2A Central Coach: Dustin Johnson (first year at Tonopah) 2015 record: 9-2
Key personnel losses: Jerry Aguilar, Quintin Brantley, Michael Carter, Angel Espinoza, Julian Perry, Arturo Tapia, Colt Thompson and Antonio Zaragoza.
Key returnees: Angelo Anderson, Christian Brown, Joseph Brown, Chris Davis, Paul Macsteves, Laron Major, Jess Pennington, Shad Sayer and Sebastian Young.
View photo by Ray Thomas
CHRIS DAVIS of Tonopah Valley runs with the football last season against Arizona Lutheran. Davis returns as the Phoenix starting quarterback after throwing for 1,034 yards and 13 touchdowns as a sophomore.
Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Community Bingo
The Rotary Club of Buckeye sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
Thursday
needle crafts will be available. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Boy Scout meeting
Boy Scout Troop No. 263 meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays at First Southern Baptist Church, 405 Third St., Buckeye. The troop is looking for boys between the ages of 11 and 18 who are interested in outdoor activities, learning new skills and becoming leaders. For information, call Trina Stark at 623-693-8624.
showcase featuring a workshop from 3 to 5 p.m. and a concert from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Estrella Mountain Community College Performing Arts Center, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale.
Healthy rhythms drumming circle
Monday
The West Valley View publishes on Wednesday.
The 9 Days a Week calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue.
Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the View’s coverage area, which is south of Northern Avenue, west of Loop 101, plus all of Tolleson, extends to Estrella on the south and Tonopah on the west. Events such as concerts and theatrical performances that fall outside of the View’s circulation area will be considered as there are no concert halls or theater venues within our boundaries.
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Domestic violence support groups
Heart disease support group
The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease hosts a support group for women living with heart disease from 2:30 to 4 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of every month at Trinity Lutheran Church and School, 830 Plaza Circle in Litchfield Park.
Estrella Republican Club
The Estrella Republican Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of every month in the lecture room at Estrella Foothills High School, 13033 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear.
Citizenship class
People wanting to become U.S.citizens are invited to a free class from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday at the Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Ave., Avondale.
Converse and immerse
Join in an afternoon of conversation in different languages at 4 p.m. every Wednesday at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren St., Suite C-101, Goodyear.
New Life Center offers free confidential support groups for those who have experienced domestic violence. The meetings are held Monday evenings, Tuesday mornings, Wednesday afternoons and Friday afternoons, with varying times and confidential locations. For information, call 623-932-4404, Ext. 123.
Fitness in the Park
Buckeye hosts Fitness in the Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.
Story time
Toddlers ages 2 to 4 accompanied by an adult can enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage emerging language skills at 11:15 a.m. every Wednesday at the Buckeye Library Downtown Branch, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Baby time
Take your babies from birth to 23 months to enjoy songs, activities, rhymes, books and playtime starting at 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays at the Buckeye Library Downtown Branch, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Computer classes
Learn the basics of operating a computer from 6 to 7 p.m. every Wednesday in the Program Room at the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W. Yuma Road , Suite 116 , Bucke y e.
Join in for a drum circle focusing on using rhythm to affect health and wellness from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. To register, visit www.mcldaz.org.
Sonoran animal Olympics
Join Ranger Jessica Bland for a presentation about Sonoran Summer Animal Olympics from 1 to 2:15 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell.
Splashes for landscapes
Learn about different eye-catching desert plants and foliage from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale.
Read to a dog
Sign up for 15 minutes of oneon-one reading time to practice reading to Manda, a certified therapy dog, from 4 to 4:45 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. To register, visit www.mcldaz.org.
Small business mentoring
Goodyear is offering one-on-one mentoring for business owners and entrepreneurs from 10 a.m. to noon every Tuesday and 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday.To schedule a mentoring appointment, email darah.mann@goodyearaz.gov.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step program modeled after Alcoholics Anonymous, meets at 6 p.m.every Thursday at the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, 508 E. Monroe Ave., Buckeye. The goal of the group is to address and work toward recovery. For information, call 623-693-6244.
Baby time
Take your babies to an interactive program that introduces board books, music and art to babies and toddlers. There will be educational toys, socialization and self-expression in a comfortable environment. Baby time is designed for children from birth to 2 years old. Baby time runs from 10:15 to 11 a.m. Thursdays at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell.
Alcoholics
Anonymous meets The Garden Lakes group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Thursday at the First Baptist Church of Garden Lakes, 2517 N. 107th Ave., Avondale.
Al-Anon Stepping Stones
Al-Anon Stepping Stones will meet every Thursday at 7 p.m. at Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N. Sarival Ave., Goodyear.
Fitness in the Park
Buckeye hosts Fitness in the Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.
Taking Turns Toybrary
The Care1st Avondale Resource Center opens the doors to itsTaking TurnsToybrary from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. Thursdays at 328 W.Western Ave., Avondale. Families can check out fun, educational toys for up to two weeks with a photo ID.For information, call 623-333-2703.
In Stitches in Goodyear meets In Stitches in Goodyear meets at 1:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Goodyear Library, 14455 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear. Share ideas, tips and patterns with other crochet, knitting and sewing enthusiasts. Novice to advance needle crafters are welcome. Some basic instruction in
Community Bingo
The Goodyear White Tanks Rotary Club sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
Friday
Japanimation club
Teens are invited to join in a Japanimation club with anime viewing, chapter discussions and cosplay creating from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park.
Kickstart Mentorship Academy workshop
Quarter Auction Craze
Buckeye will hold its Quarter Auction from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Dr. Saide Recreation Center, 1003 E. Eason Ave., Buckeye.
Friday Business Connections
The Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts the Friday Business Connections networking group at 7:30 a.m. the second and fourth Friday of the month at WestMEC, 5487 N.99th Ave., Glendale. The meetings feature a keynote speaker covering topics affecting the Southwest Valley. Business owners are welcome to attend even if they are not members of the Southwest Valley Chamber.To see a speaker schedule, visit www. southwestvalleychamber.org. For information, call 623-932-2260 or email info@southwestvalleychamber.org.
Domestic violence support groups
New Life Center offers free confidential support groups for those who have experienced domestic violence. The meetings are held Monday evenings, Tuesday mornings, Wednesday afternoons and Friday afternoons, with varying times and confidential locations. For information, call 623-932-4404, Ext. 123.
Texas Hold’em games
Texas Hold’em games are held at 6 p.m. every Friday in the Butler Bistro Room at the American Legion Post 53, 402 E. Narramore Ave. in Buckeye. For information, call 623-327-0227.
Reformers Unanimous
The addiction recovery program
“Reformers Unanimous” meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays at Desert Springs Community Church, 14440 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear. The Christ-centered group is free and open to all adults who struggle with addiction or a “stubborn habit” and their family members. Each class has a nursery and youth programs for family members, as well as free, local transportation. For information, contact Director Mike Hammonds at 602-694-5618 or visit www.gotaddictions.com.
Community Bingo
The Rotary Club of Buckeye sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). The Goodyear White Tanks Rotary Club sponsors late night Community Bingo at 10:30 p.m. Doors open at 9:45 p.m.; cost is $14 per person for all 14 games (paper). Bingo is at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
Saturday
Kickstart Mentorship Academy holds a free workshop from noon to 2 p.m. the fourth Saturday of the month at the American Sports Center, 755 N. 114th Ave., Avondale. The workshop focuses on topical information for guardians and youths and may cover topics such as bullying, law enforcement, social media and entrepreneurship.
Texas Hold’em games
Texas Hold’em games are held at 6 p.m. every Saturday in the Butler Bistro Room at the American Legion Post 53, 402 E. Narramore Ave. in Buckeye. For information, call 623-327-0227.
Community Bingo
The Rotary Club of Buckeye sponsors Community Bingo at 5 p.m. every Saturday at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
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Adult Children of Alcoholics
The support group Adult Children of Alcoholics meets at 5 p.m. every Sunday at the Litchfield Park First Baptist Church, 901 E. Plaza Circle, Litchfield Park.
Group meditation class
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 400 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, hosts a group meditation class from 5 to 6 p.m. Sundays. The class is designed for those desiring to learn meditation or deepen their practice. All faiths are welcome. For information, call the Rev. Gae Chalker at 623-935-3279 or visit stpetersaz.com.
Community Bingo
The Goodyear White Tanks Rotary Club sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Sundays at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
Bingo
The Knights of Columbus 4737 of American Legion Post 61 at 35 N. Dysart Road in Avondale hosts bingo games at 6:45 p.m. every Sunday. There are 16 games at a cost of $16, which include Quickies, Early Bird games and a $1,000 progressive game. Proceeds are donated to charity. For information, call 623-877-9732 or 602-316-2886.
Adrenaline Youth Choir
Crazy 8s math club
Third- to fifth-graders are invited to join in an after-school math club from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. To register, visit www.mcldaz.org.
Fitness in the Park Buckeye hosts Fitness in the Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.
Citizenship class
People wanting to become U.S. citizens are invited to a free class from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday at the Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Ave., Avondale.
Crazy 8s club
The Crazy 8s club meets from 4 to 5 p.m. every Monday at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren, Suite C-101, Goodyear. The club is open to third- through fifth-graders who want to learn about math in new ways, including building projects, making music and other techniques.
Domestic violence support groups
New Life Center offers free confidential support groups for those who have experienced domestic violence. The meetings are held Monday evenings, Tuesday mornings, Wednesday afternoons and Friday afternoons, with varying times and confidential locations. For information, call 623-932-4404, Ext. 123.
Computer classes
Learn the basics of operating a computer from 10 to 11 a.m. every Monday at the Buckeye Library Downtown Branch, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Mental Illness peer support group meets
The mental illness support group “Hope” meets from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday at Christ Evangelical Church, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Classroom C, in Goodyear. The group is free to attend, is for adults 18 and older and is open to the public. For information, call Andy Arnowitz at 480-994-4407.
Tuesday
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Avondale music
The Church at Litchfield Park invites children in sixth through 12th grades to participate in the Adrenaline Youth Choir from 4 to 5 p.m. every Sunday in the church’s Choir Room at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park. For information, call 623-935-3411 or email info@ churchatlitchfieldpark.org.There is no fee to participate.
Sonoran Desert Readers
Join in a book discussion of A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman at 1 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell.
Teen chess club
Youths 11 to 16 years old are invited to a chess club from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park.
Pokemon GO club
Youths 12 to 17 years old are invited to join in a Pokemon GO club from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park.
Fitness in the Park Buckeye hosts Fitness in the Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.
Small business mentoring
Goodyear is offering one-on-one mentoring for business owners and entrepreneurs from 10 a.m. to noon every Tuesday and 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday.To schedule
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a mentoring appointment, email darah.mann@goodyearaz.gov.
Youth support group
A support group for youths 12 to 19 years old who are affected by a loved one’s drinking or drug use meets from 7 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 400 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park. One adult is present at all meetings to ensure a safe environment.
ESL Cafe
Participants can practice their English or Spanish skills from 5 to 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Buckeye Public Library, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. Spanish will be spoken for the first half and English for the second.
Domestic violence support groups
New Life Center offers free confidential support groups for those who have experienced domestic violence. The meetings are held Monday evenings, Tuesday mornings, Wednesday afternoons and Friday afternoons, with varying times and confidential locations. For information, call 623-932-4404, Ext. 123.
Story time
Toddlers ages 2 to 4 accompanied by an adult can enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage emerging language skills at 11:15 a.m. every Tuesday in the Program Room at the Bu ckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Suite 116, Buckeye. For infor mation, call 623-349-6300.
Baby time
Take your babies from birth to 23 months to enjoy songs, activities, rhymes, books and playtime starting at 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays in the Program Room at the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W.Yuma Road, Suite 116, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Bingo
The American Legion Post No. 61 at 35 N. Dysart Road in Avondale hosts bingo games at 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays. The schedule of 17 games includes Quickies, Early Bird games and a $1,000 progressive game at a cost of $17. Proceeds are donated back to area youths and veterans. Call 623-9324960 for information.
Toastmasters meeting
Estrella Toastmasters meets at 6:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce, 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. Toastmasters helps people become more effective speakers and confident leaders. The meetings are open to the public and free to attend.
Wednesday
Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.
Citizenship class
People wanting to become U.S. citizens are invited to a free class from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday at the Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Ave., Avondale.
Converse and immerse
Join in an afternoon of conversation in different languages at 4 p.m. every Wednesday at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren St., Suite C-101, Goodyear.
Domestic violence support groups
New Life Center offers free confidential support groups for those who have experienced domestic violence. The meetings are held Monday evenings, Tuesday mornings, Wednesday afternoons and Friday afternoons, with varying times and confidential locations. For information, call 623-932-4404, Ext. 123.
Story time
Toddlers ages 2 to 4 accompanied by an adult can enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage emerging language skills at 11:15 a.m. every Wednesday at the Buckeye Library Downtown Branch, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. For infor mation, call 623-349-6300.
Baby time
Take your babies from birth to 23 months to enjoy songs, activities, rhymes, books and playtime starting at 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays at the Buckeye Library Downtown Branch, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Computer classes
Learn the basics of operating a computer from 6 to 7 p.m. every Wednesday in the Program Room at the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Suite 116, Bu ckeye. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Community Bingo
The Rotary Club of Buckeye sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
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the group about their business and services. Owners or managers of all types of businesses are encouraged to attend. For information, email Kevin George at kevin@mrfranchiseadvice.com.
Quilters Anonymous meets Quilters Anonymous, a chapter of the Arizona Quilters Guild, meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N Sarival Ave., Goodyear. For information, call Stacey at 623-979-1775.
Al-Anon
Stepping Stones
Al-Anon Stepping Stones meets at 7 p.m. every Thursday at Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N. Sarival Ave., Goodyear.
Fitness in the Park
Buckeye hosts Fitness in the Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.
Small business mentoring
Goodyear is offering one-onone mentoring for business owners and entrepreneurs from 10 a.m. to noon every Tuesday and 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday. To schedule a mentoring appointment, email darah. mann@goodyearaz.gov.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step program modeled after Alcoholics Anonymous, meets at 6 p.m. every Thursday at the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, 508 E. Monroe Ave., Buckeye. The goal of the group is to address and work toward recovery. For information, call 623-693-6244.
Baby time
Take your babies to an interactive program that introduces board books, music and art to babies and toddlers. There will be educational toys, socialization and self-expression in a comfortable environment. Baby time is designed for children from birth to 2 years old. Baby time runs from 10:15 to 11 a.m. Thursdays at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell.
Alcoholics
Anonymous meets
The Garden Lakes group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. every Thursday at the First Baptist Church of Garden Lakes, 2517 N. 107th Ave., Avondale.
Taking Turns Toybrary
The Care1st Avondale Resource Center opens the doors to its Taking Turns Toybrary from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays at 328 W. Western Ave., Avondale. Families can check out fun, educational toys for up to two weeks with a photo ID. For information, call 623-333-2703.
In Stitches in Goodyear meets
Hard on the eyes
Savage sun takes toll on people’s peepers, doctors declare
available to prevent serious damage. Limited time in the sun is always ideal and Omega 3 supplements should be taken daily, Martin said.
by Kourtney Balsan special to the View
Nasa Aeronautics For Preschoolers
Preschoolers are invited to a program exploring what makes things fly from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. During the program, the book Planes Fly! by George Ella Lyon will be read. Registration is required; visit www.mcldaz.org.
Fitness in the Park
Buckeye hosts Fitness in the Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at
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Meet with Rep. Ruben Gallego
U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-District 7, has a representative from his office available from 9 to 11 a.m. the first Thursday of each month at Tolleson City Hall, 9555 W. Van Buren St., Tolleson. For information, call 602-256-0551.
Entrepreneur round-up
Entrepreneurs are invited to meet other local small business owners at 8 a.m. the first and third Thursday of the month at Rudy’s Country Store and BBQ Restaurant, 845 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. The group supports the growth of small business in the West Valley, allowing participants to inform
In Stitches in Goodyear meets at 1:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Goodyear Library, 14455 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear. Share ideas, tips and patterns with other crochet, knitting and sewing enthusiasts. Novice to advance needle crafters are welcome. Some basic instruction in needle crafts will be available. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Boy Scout meeting
Boy Scout Troop No. 263 meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays at First Southern Baptist Church, 405 Third St., Bu ckeye. The troop is looking for boys between the ages of 11 and 18 who are interested in outdoor activities, learning new skills and becoming leaders. For information, call Trina Stark at 623-693-8624.
Community Bingo
The Goodyear White Tanks
Rotary Club sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
Living in Arizona, we often forget the damage the sun can cause to our eyes. Almost every day is sunny, making it difficult to remember there is any other type of weather. Our eyes can fall victim to the harsh sun, just like our skin can.
Forgetting to take part in basic eye care can leave eyes vulnerable to developing severe problems, said Dr. Stephen Martin of West Valley Vision Center in Goodyear.
Ultraviolet light radiates from the sun and can seep into unprotected eyes, Martin said, adding that UVA rays pass through the cornea reaching the lens and retina.
That can cause an array of problems such as cataracts, sun damage (pinguecula, pterygiums), solar keratopathy or sunburn, photophobia (extreme light sensitivity) and an increased risk of skin cancers, Martin said.
Strong exposure to the reflection of snow can also damage eyes causing snow blinding, but that scenario is highly unlikely living in the Valley, he said.
Diseases such as cataracts and cancer build over time in over-exposed eyes, and are more commonly diagnosed later in life, Martin said.
We all know we should never look directly into the sun, but other tips are
Hats are helpful and sunglasses should be worn every day, especially during the summertime, he said, adding that if you are a contact lens wearer, UV protection (not only in glasses but in contacts, too) will help protect your eyes, but a good pair of sunglasses in addition to contacts or glasses is crucial.
Not all sunglasses are made equally, either. UV protected sunglasses are a good start, but polarized lenses are superior in most cases and help people drive more safely by eliminating glare and protecting against light sensitivity, Martin said.
One tip often forgotten is to use eye drops, Martin said. He stressed that they are essential to eye health and should be used daily.
“On average, we recommend four drops a day and most patients remember one or two,” Martin said.
The majority of sun issues start at a young age, so a child’s eyes should be properly protected, even more so than an adult’s, whenever outside, Martin said.
“Kids are more prone to the effects of the sun because they are less likely to complain about it and are less likely to have adequate sunglasses,” he said. “Parents have a hard time either remembering or helping their kids hold on to glasses, so this can be a particularly diffi cult issue, but is extremely important.”
Kourtney Balsan can be reached at Kbalsan@westvalleyview.com.
View photo by Jordan Christopher
LIFEGUARD BROOKLYN PRICE protects her eyes from the sun by wearing sunglasses and sitting under an umbrella as she watches over swimmers July 18 at the Litchfield Park Recreation Center pool.
Mary B. Albico
Mary B. Albico, 94, of Waddell died Aug. 17, 2016, in Peoria.
Mrs. Albico was born March 4, 1922, in Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Albico; and one grandchild.
She is survived by one daughter, Mary Anne Albico; and one son, Charles Peter Albico.
A gathering will be at 10 a.m. today at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, followed by interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, 10045 W. Thomas Road, Avondale. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
Condolences for the family may be left at thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Angie Anzar Lopez
Angie Anzar Lopez, 81, of Avondale died Aug. 17, 2016, in Surprise.
Mrs. Lopez was born Oct. 2, 1934, in Liberty to Ylario and Delores Anzar.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Martha Palomo; and one son, Benjamin Lopez.
She is survived by her husband, Efren R. Lopez; three daughters, Graceila E. Palomo, Connie Sestiaga and Olivia A. Lopez; three sons, Tomas M. Palomo, Andres A. Lopez and Daniel Del Real; 31 grandchildren; 56 greatgrandchildren; and five greatgreat-grandchildren.
A viewing will be at 5 p.m. Thursday, with a rosary recital at 6 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 539 E. La Pasada Blvd., Goodyear, followed by interment at Louis B. Hazelton Cemetery, 28090 W. Broadway Road, Buckeye.
Condolences for the family may be left at thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Josefina
Granado Orona
Josefina Granado Orona, 79, of Avondale died Aug. 17, 2016, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Phoenix.
Mrs. Orona was born March 20, 1937, in Presidio, Texas, to Andres Granado and Maria Ramirez.
She moved to Arizona in 1960.
She was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ramon A. Orona, in 1997.
She is survived by two daughters, Delma Vargas and Norma Giacoppo; four sons, Ramon Jr., Roy, Ruben and Robert; three sisters, Rosa Portillo. Carolina Velasquez and Enedina Jimenez; one brother, Hector Granado; 13 grandchildren; and 13 greatgrandchildren.
A visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. today, with a service at 11 a.m. at Encuentro Con Dios Community Church, 7150 W. Roosevelt St., Building C117, Phoenix. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 10045 W. Thomas Road, Avondale.
Condolences for the family may be left at avenidasfuneralchapel.com.
Miguel Francisco ‘Tiny’ Castillo
Miguel Francisco “Tiny” Castillo, 60, of Avondale died Aug. 17, 2016.
Mr. Castillo was born Nov. 2, 1955, in Santa Barbara, Calif., to Donato and Benigna Castillo.
He was in the Jobs Corps in Washington and worked as a line cook at Carrillo’s restaurant and as a manager at Little Caesar’s Pizza, both in Santa Barbara, before moving to Avondale 13 years ago.
He is survived by his mother, Benigna Castillo; and one sister, Maria Lloyd.
Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear.
Condolences may be left for the family at thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Jayne H. Castle
Jayne H. Castle, 75, of Goodyear died Aug. 9, 2016.
Ms. Castle was born in San Diego to Harper and Alta Kenney, and lived in La Mesa, Calif., for a short time as a child.
She was a member of the Canyon Trails Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints.
She is survived by two sons, Steven of Stockton, Calif., and Kevin of Goodyear; two daughters, Carol of Herriman, Utah, and Nanci Massone of Stockton, Calif.; and six grandchildren.
No formal services are planned.
Allan Eugene George
Allan Eugene George, 73, of Goodyear died Aug. 19, 2016.
Mr. George was born Dec. 27, 1942, in Brunswick, Md., to Samuel and Mildred George.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Betty George. He is survived by his wife, Louise E. George; two daughters, Sandra George and Janet Carrasco; one son, Mark George; three brothers, Charles George, John George and Frank George; and two grandchildren.
A memorial service will be at 6 p.m. today at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear.
Memorials may be made to a cancer research or hospice.
Condolences for the family may be left at thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Alfred Sanchez Macias
Alfred “Fred” Sanchez Macias, 69, formerly of Tolleson died Aug. 21, 2016, in Laveen.
Mr. Macias was born Oct. 2, 1946, in Phoenix to Lucio Macias and Augustina Sanchez.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia Elizabeth Macias; one daughter, Martha Renee Macias; and one grandson.
He is survived by two daughters, Lorraine Duron and Andrea Gonzalez; two sons, Michael Macias and Carlos Macias; one brother, James Macias; and five grandchildren.
A visitation with a rosary recital will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday, with a funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 512 N. 93rd Ave., Tolleson. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 10040 W. Thomas Road, Avondale.
Bernice Marie Ryan
Bernice Marie Ryan, 81, of Tolleson died Aug. 18, 2016.
Ms. Ryan was born Oct. 26, 1934, in Phoenix to John and Elizabeth Koester. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Condolences for the family may be left at thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Roger Neil White
West
View, Avondale, Arizona, Wednesday, August 24, 2016
Darell Daniel Downing
Darell Daniel Downing, 59, of Phoenix, passed away August 15, 2016 to be in the arms of our heaveny father. He was born December 31, 1956 in Phoenix.
He leaves behind his wife, Mary, a son, Darell, and four daughters; Misty (John) Smith, Melady, and Mandy, all of Phoenix, Charidy (Clarence) Cowan of VA, one sister, Barbara Hopson, and five brothers: Bud (Pat), Leeray (Kay), Huey (Barbara), Jerry (Donna) Downing and Bill (Margaret) Riley and 10 grandchildren.
Preceded in death by parents Bud & Melva Downing, two sisters: Melva Robinson and Bonnie Wilson. Private service.
Roger Neil White, age 53, passed away 8/15/16 at Grandview Terrace, Banner Hospice, in Sun City West, AZ, after a valiant yearlong battle with cancer. Roger was born in Yuma, AZ, on 4/21/1963. He attended Wellton Elementary School, K-5, before moving to Phoenix where he attended Andalucia Elementary and graduated from Alhambra High School (AHS) in 1981. He was involved in sports at AHS; football, track, pole vaulting and wrestling. Roger was active in VO-TECH and auto mechanics. He completed an auto mechanics specialty and graduated from Phoenix International Technology. Roger loved bicycle moto-cross racing and spent several years traveling to meets in other states and at age 12 was a National Champion. He was skilled in riding a unicycle while playing toss with a football. He also coached Little League while his sons were playing. His survivors include his loving wife of 35 years, Christine Crews White; two sons, Justin (Sommer) of Yuma, AZ; Tyler (Nikki) of Glendale, AZ; one daughter, Cassidie White Wahe (CJ) of Las Cruces, New Mexico. He had three grandsons, Hayden, Cayden, Xander; and one granddaughter, Jemma Wahe. Also surviving Roger are his parents, Jim and Shirley Farar White of Tolleson, AZ, and one sister, Sharon White Korat (Eduard) and nephew Torben Korat and niece Sonia Korat of Campbell, CA. Other survivors include his mother-in-law, Mary Jo Crews of Sun City Grand in Surprise, AZ; brother-in-law Walter (Lynda) Crews, nieces Charlie and Chandler Crews of Phoenix, AZ; and sister-in-law Sally (Pat) Estfan and nephews Charlie and Sam Estfan of Phoenix, AZ. Roger was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Henry and Dora Farar, and his paternal grandparents, Walter and Dorothy White, as well as his fatherin-law, Charlie Crews.
Roger lived in Tacna, AZ, and was an employee of Cody Naquin in laser land leveling. His previous employment was in the building trades which involved concrete work with high-rise buildings and public water treatment plants in AZ. He worked as a trainer consultant for water treatment plants in Texas, Kansas and Florida. His work also included working with earth moving for mining activities in Ely, Nevada, and construction in Colorado.
Roger loved his children and enjoyed golf with Justin and Tyler and hunting with Cassidie and his sons. His grandchildren were greatly loved and they were the highlight and joy of his life. He enjoyed fishing, and wrestling with them and had different head-locks for each one. His love of the desert and the many trips in his Jeep and a good fire-pit for roasting wieners and marshmallows with friends and family was well known.
All services are scheduled at Johnson Mortuary, 1415 S. 1st Ave., Yuma, AZ. Visitation will be held on Friday, 8/26/16, from 6 to 9 p.m. and funeral service will be Saturday, 8/27/16, at 9 a.m. Guest book can be viewed at www.dignitymemorial.com.
Flowers are optional or donations to the: Roger White Go Fund Me account, to assist with medical expenses.
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Mary Albico
Miguel Castillo
Jayne Castle
Allan George
Josefina Orona
Bernice Ryan
Angie Lopez
Alfred Macias
E. Thompson, Funeral Director Cynthia
West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona,
William Junior Tilley
William “Bill” Junior Tilley, 80, of Springhill, La., and formerly of Buckeye died Aug. 14, 2016.
Mr. Tilley was born Aug. 31, 1935, in Morrillton, Ark., to Theodore William Tilley and Nettie Sartin Tilley.
He married Reba Jean Findley on Aug. 12, 1956, in Birds Corner, Mo.
He moved to Buckeye Valley in 1963 and worked as a mechanic, business owner and cotton farmer with Tilley Farms.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Reba Jean Tilley; and one son, Darrell Tilley.
He is survived by five sons, Rick Tilley of Mesa, Tim Tilley of McDonough, Ga., Chris Tilley of Phoenix, Josh Tilley of Yelm, Wash., and Brian Tilley of Bossier City, La.; three daughters, Becky Givans of Fort Worth, Texas, Anna Morehead of Avondale and Pam Kazee of Madison, W.Va.; 18 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
A private graveside ceremony will be held at a later date in Sherman, Texas.
Edward R. ‘Big Ed’ Van Sant
Edward R. “Big Ed” Van Sant, 83, of Apache Junction and formerly of Buckeye died Aug. 12, 2016. Mr. Van Sant was born Oct. 25, 1932, in Lake Forest, Ill., to Paul and Carolyn Van Sant and was raised on the family farm in Liberty.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Janice Van Sant. He is survived by one daughter, Laura Miner; three sons, Delbert Carter, Edward Carter and Eric Van Sant; two sisters, Josephine Roberts and Elena Newman; six grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren.
A celebration of life will be at 1 p.m. Sept. 24 at the Apache Junction Elks Lodge, 2455 N. Apache Trail, Apache Junction, and 2 p.m. Oct. 2 at Lazy K Farm, 5001 S. Perryville Road, Goodyear.
Val Cleta Barrett
Val Barrett
Public Notice
Val Cleta Barrett, 76, of Goodyear died Aug. 15, 2016, in Goodyear.
Ms. Barrett was born April 28, 1940, in Oklahoma.
She is survived by two sons, Wayne Barrett and David Barrett; and one daughter, Brenda Bruehl.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Aug. 29 at Liberty Methodist Church, 19900 W. U.S. Highway 85, Buckeye.
Avondale
City of Avondale
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE AVONDALE CITY
COUNCIL SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2016 HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO MONDAY SEPTEMBER 12, 2016 IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY.
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, and 31, 2016.
City of Avondale
Invitation for Bids (IFB)
Shirley Ruth Windsor
Shirley Ruth Windsor, 81, of Goodyear and formerly of Dateland died Aug. 19, 2016, at her home.
Mrs. Windsor was born June 24, 1935, in Cincinnati.
She moved to Arizona in 1972. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Dean Windsor Jr.; and one son, Michael Glenn Robinson.
She is survived by three daughters, Kimberly Annette Windsor-Johnson of Goodyear, Mary Sue Windsor of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., and Jacqueline Maria Blake of Villa Ridge, Mo.; seven grandchildren; and six greatgrandchildren.
A visitation and funeral service will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Best Funeral Services, 9380 W. Peoria Ave., Peoria, with graveside services at 2 p.m. at Mesa Cemetery, 1212 N. Center St., Mesa. Memorials may be made to the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Mike Bandin
Mike Bandin, 58, of Avondale died Aug. 19, 2016, at Estrella Care Center in Avondale.
Mr. Bandin was born June 8, 1958, in Casa Grande to Francisco and Rita.
He worked as a battery technician in the warehousing industry.
He is survived by his wife, Maria C. Bandin; one daughter, Corina Salgado; two sons, Arthur Bandin and Mike Bandin Jr.; two sisters, Cecilia Morales and Yolanda Bandin; five brothers, Manuel Bandin, George Bandin, Richard Bandin, Rudy Bandin and Jaime Bandin; and two grandchildren.
A visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday at Avenidas Funeral Chapel, 522 E. Western Ave., Avondale. Condolences may be left for the family at avenidasfuneralchapel.com.
Noah James Esquivel
Noah James “No Love” Esquivel, 2, of west Phoenix died Aug. 6, 2016.
Noah was born Dec. 2, 2013.
He is survived by his father, James Esquivel; his mother Leeah Irizarry; and five siblings, Melissa, Dahlilah, Nariah, Julian James and Christopher.
A word about obituaries
The West Valley View publishes free obituaries for people who were residents or former residents of the West Valley. We also encourage the use of photos with obituaries. Photos will be cropped to a head shot, so they must be of fairly high resolution (at least 200 dpi) if submitted electronically.
Free obituaries are edited to conform to newspaper style. People who wish to have obituaries published verbatim, without any editing, may purchase a paid obituary; call 623-535-8439.
Funeral homes may submit obituaries using our online form at westvalleyview.com; click on Submit an Obituary. They may also email, fax or mail us obituaries. Our email is news1@westvalleyview.com. Our fax number is 623-935-2103. Our mailing address is West Valley View, Inc., 1050 E. Riley Dr., Avondale, AZ 85323.
School Notes are published as space permits. The View runs these items free of charge as a service to the community and puts as many into each newspaper as possible. If you have a notice that must run by a certain date, please contact our advertising department at 623535-8439.
Caleb Dean wins scholarship
Caleb Dean, a graduate of Westview High School in Avondale, has won the 2016 Elks Nation Fund Most Valuable Student Scholarship contest. He was one of five winners who was presented a $200 check for his essay, in addition to a $1,570 check for winning the state competition.
He will attend the University of Southern California, majoring in journalism.
Melanie Van Den Heuvel named to president’s list in Michigan
Melanie Van Den Heuvel of Buckeye has been named to the winter 2016 president’s list at Davenport University in Grand Rapids, Mich. To be placed on the list, a student must maintain a 3.8 GPA with at least nine credits of course work.
Avondale student receives national high school honor
Krystal Fergus of Avondale has been selected to become a member of the National Society of High School Scholars.
The society recognizes top scholars who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship and community commitment.
Formed in 2002 by James W. Lewis and Claes Nobel, senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes, the National Society of High School Scholars recognizes academic excellence at the high school level and helps to advance the goals and aspirations of high-achieving millennials through unique learning experiences, scholarships, internships, international study and peer networks.
For information about NSHSS, visit www.nshss.org.
EN16-021 – Streetlight Equipment/ Supplies Notice is hereby given that the City of Avondale is accepting sealed bids to secure a qualified Vendor(s) to provide the City with streetlight equipment/supplies that are compliant with the City’s existing streetlight configurations and design, including, but not limited to: various fluorescent and LED lamps, LED electronic drivers, ballast kits, fuses, light poles, mast arms and anchor bolts. All bids should be directed to: City Clerk, 11465 W. Civic Center Dr., Suite 200, Avondale, AZ 85323-6806 or hand delivered to the City Clerk’s office. All sealed bids must be received by 3:00 p.m. (local Phoenix, AZ time) on September 14, 2016 and shall be clearly marked “EN16021 Streetlight Equipment/ Supplies” on the lower left hand corner of the mailing envelope. The City is not responsible for the pre-opening of, post opening of, or the failure to open, a bid proposal not properly addressed or identified.
IFB packets are available for download at www.avondale. org/engineering or for pick-up at the City of Avondale, 11465 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale, AZ. There is no fee for the first set of bid documents. There is a nonrefundable thirty dollar ($30.00) document fee for each additional set. Information regarding this project may be obtained by contacting Tiffany Copp (623) 333-4213.
The City of Avondale will endeavor to ensure in every way possible that disadvantaged
business enterprises (DBE) shall have every opportunity to participate in providing materials/services without being discriminated against on grounds of race, religion, sex, age, or natural origin. DBE businesses are encouraged to submit on this solicitation. Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, and 31, 2016.
City of Avondale Public Notice
Request for Statements of Qualifications
PW 17-005 Professional Design Services for Bypass Force Main at 10th Street Lift Station Notice is hereby given that the City of Avondale is accepting sealed statements of qualifications from qualified, licensed firms interested in providing professional design services which includes preparation of a design concept report (“DCR”) and ultimately the design for a bypass force main for the City of Avondale’s 10th Street Lift Station. The selected Consultant will determine the best alignment and most cost effective method to design and construct a bypass force main for the 10th Street Lift Station. The lift station is located approximately one quarter mile east of Dysart Road and 700’ north of Van Buren Street on Eliseo Felix Drive (10th Street).
A non-mandatory presubmittal conference will be
held on September 7, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. (local-time, Phoenix, Arizona) at the City of Avondale, 11465 West Civic Center Dr., Avondale Arizona 85323. Statements of Qualifications must be received by 3:00 p.m. (local-time, Phoenix, Arizona) on September 22, 2016 and should be directed to: City Clerk, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Suite 200, Avondale, Arizona 85323 or hand delivered to the City Clerk’s office. Statements of Qualifications must be clearly marked “PW 17-005 Professional Design Services for Bypass Force Main at 10th Street Lift Station,” in the lower left hand corner of the mailing envelope. The City is not responsible for the pre-opening of, post opening of, or the failure to open, a proposal that is not properly addressed or identified. The Request for Statements of Qualifications solicitation is available for download at www. avondale.org/procurement. The City of Avondale will endeavor to insure every way possible that disadvantaged, minority and/or women owned business enterprises (DBE) shall have every opportunity to participate in providing materials without being discriminated against on grounds of race, religion, sex, age, or natural origin. DBE businesses are encouraged to submit on this request for bids. Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, and 31, 2016.
City of Avondale
Mike Bandin
Noah Esquivel
William Tilley
Edward Van Sant
Shirley Windsor
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GENERAL labor needed. Apply at The Pump Company, 327 N. 1st Street, Buckeye. Drivers license required. CDL preferred. Wage $10-$15 /hour depending on experience.
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery and Funeral Home is accepting applications for a licensed Funeral Director/ Embalmer, highly experienced Funeral Arranger and part-time Funeral Service Associates. Email resumes to LCampos@dopccfh.org or call 602-267-1329 for more information.
INFANT & Toddler Childcare in Buckeye needs an Assistant Teacher. Call 480-236-6816
Inside/ Outside Customer Service Representative Fence and Sanitation Company looking for a positive person to generate sales, leads and visit customers. Must be willing to learn and work in a fast paced environment. Light Duty Mechanic to make general repairs and service trucks and trailers no heavy line work. Chainlink and Iron Fence installers, experience a plus. Apply at 6929 W Southern Ave., Laveen, AZ or Submit resumes to wayne@lpsteelindustries.com
CAREGIVERS
LOOKING for experienced compassionate CNA’s, Certified Caregivers. Part time/ full time. 623-547-7521.
MAINTENANCE
PERSON NEEDED
Full-time for two properties in Gila Bend, AZ. Duties include, but not limited to, cleaning, painting, light maintenance / grounds work. Email resume to chawkins@landmarkarizona.com or fax to 480-367-2996
Equal Employment Opportunity NEED EXTRA INCOME?
DRIVERS WANTED!
The West Valley View is seeking to hire individuals as Independent Contractors newspaper delivery routes! SUV, light truck or similar heavier duty vehicle preferable. Papers available for pick-up Tuesday night. Deliver late night (after 10:30 p.m.), overnight or early morning. Deliveries must be completed by 9 a.m. Wednesday mornings. Valid: Drivers License, Auto Insurance, Vehicle Registration all required. Background check and clean MVR (driving record) mandatory. Experience a plus. Please fill out an application, background authorization and submit all required documentation at our offices at: 1050 E. Riley Dr. on the NE corner of Elesio C Felix Jr. Way & Riley, south of Van Buren & east of Dysart. You can also email Publisher@westvalleyview.com
Little/No Experience? We have jobs starting at about $8.50 Hr. Most positions are Temp-to Hire ALL POSITIONS ARE IN A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
SANITATION SUPERVISOR
Currently looking for a sanitation manager who will be responsible for providing sanitation expertise to the entire facility through developing, managing, and continually improving a comprehensive sanitation program that includes safety, equipment, infrastructure, and personnel development.
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We are currently looking for responsible, energetic Caregivers to work in home care and group home environments. Paid training and certification. Must pass background check and have a valid Arizona Driver’s License for a minimum of 39 months and must have reliable transportation.
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Telephone Sales
The position includes taking in-bound classified advertising calls, making out-bound calls for new business, and minor receptionist duties.
Base wage, plus commission and benefits.
Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
If you’d like to apply for this position, please send your resumé and references to: resumes@westvalleyview.com
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We offer a competitive wage and great benefits! Medical/ Vision/Dental/and Life Insurance. Retirement Plan, Competitive Pay, Paid Time Off, Covered Parking, $3.00/ Day Meal Plan. Apply online at www.royaloaks.com/
West Valley View has openings in the Warehouse for Stackers. Stackers supply and stack finished bundles of inserts on pallets for distribution. Must be able to lift heavy bundles. $8.05/ hourly. Hours vary from 3 p.m. to 12 a.m. every Tuesday night. Apply in person at 1050 E. Riley Dr., Avondale, 85323. No phone calls please.
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DAYCARE in my home. Snacks, meals, some weekends, some evenings. Esther 602-361-1607.
KATHY’S Kare has openings. Ages 1-3 years. Small playgroup. Buckeye City. 623-327-9390.
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INDUSTRIAL lots for sale.
3.3 acres on Eliseo Felix Way, north of West Valley View building and 2.68 acres east of West Valley View building on Riley Dr. Zoned A-1. E-mail publisher@westvalleyview.com for information.
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Michele Tallberg, 9384 W. Payson Rd., Tolleson, AZ 85353, United States
6. STATUTORY AGENT: LegalCorp Solutions, LLC, 2 East Congress St., Suite 900, Tucson, AZ 85701, County: Pima
8. PURPOSE: The corporation is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, religion, or scientific purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
9. DISSOLUTION CLAUSE:
Upon the dissolution of the corporation, the Board of Directors shall, after paying or making provisions for the payment of all of the liabilities of the corporation, dispose of all the assets of the corporation exclusively for the purposes of the corporation in such manner or the such organization or organizations organized and the time qualify as an exempt organization or organizations under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law), As the Board of Directors shall determine.
Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed of by the Circuit Court of the county in which the principal office of the corporation is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes.
10. INCORPORATORS - list the name and address, and the signature, of each and every incorporator - minimum of one is required. Sonia Becerra, 1000 N. West St., Suite 1200, Wilmington, DE 19801, United States I Sonia Becerra acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona Law.
Date: 07/13/2016
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF DISSOLUTION
1. ENTITY NAME - Lilien Vogl
PC 2. A.C.C. FILE NUMBER: 10451968
3. DATE OF INCORPORATION: 09/12/2002
4. DATE ON WHICH DISSOLUTION WAS AUTHORIZED: 04/15/2016
5. TAX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE
5.1 This Certificate of Compliance is issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes Section 42-1110 and/or Section 43-1151. It certifies that, according to department records, the above named taxpayer has filed and paid all taxes due under Title 42 and Title 43. Received June 29, 2016.
6. FOR-PROFIT CORPORATIONS THAT CHECKED NUMBER 5.1Approved by incorporators or board of directors without shareholder action, and shareholder approval was not required or no shares have been issued.
SIGNATURE: I ACCEPT /s/ Lilien Vogl, President 6/27/2016
I am either a duly-authorized Officer or the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the corporation (see number 5.1). Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 10, 17, and 24, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION NONPROFIT CORPORATION
1. ENTITY NAME - Mules for Hope Inc File No. 2101111-8
2. CHARACTER OF AFFAIRS - Charitable events to benefit rescued mules
3. MEMBERS - The corporation WILL NOT have members.
4. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 4.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? Yes 5. DIRECTORS -
Nathan Medcalf, 7031 N. Citrus Rd., Waddell, AZ 85355, United States Tara Koester,
Article 2 Purpose: The purposes for which the corporation is organized are:
a. The Burning Bush Baptist Tabernacle Christian Ministries, Inc. is organized for exclusively religious, charitable, educational and scientific purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under said Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.
b. Notwithstanding any other provision of these Articles, this organization shall not carry on any activities not permitted to be carried on by an organization exempt from Federal Income Tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law or by an organization, contributions to which are deductible under Section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
c. No substantial part of the activities of the corporation shall be carrying on propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the organization shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publication or distribution of statements), any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office.
d. No part of the net earnings of the corporation shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to its members, trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that the organization shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth in the purpose clause hereof.
e. Upon the dissolution of the corporation, the Board of Directors shall, after paying or making provision for payment of all the liabilities of the corporation, dispose of the residual assets of the corporation exclusively for exempt purposes of the corporation in such manner, or to one or more organizations which themselves are exempt as organizations described in Sections 501(c)(3) and 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 or corresponding Sections of any future Internal Revenue Code. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed of by the Superior Court of the county in which the principal office of the corporation is then located, for such purposes or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes.
SIGNATURE: I ACCEPT /s/ Lashun Renne Dozier REQUIRED - Check only one: I am a duly authorized Officer of the corporation filing this document. Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 10, 17, and 24, 2016.
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
NONPROFIT CORPORATION
1. ENTITY NAME - The BURNING BUSH BAPTIST TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES, INC.
File No. 20660625
2. CHARACTER OF AFFAIRS
- Article 2 Character of Affairs:
The Character of affairs of the corporation will be:
A non-profit organization specifically will be a church to teach and preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ as written in the Holy Bible.
Article 2 Purpose: The purposes for which the corporation is organized are:
a. The Burning Bush Baptist Tabernacle Christian Ministries, Inc. is organized for exclusively religious, charitable, educational and scientific purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under said Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.
b. Notwithstanding any other provision of these Articles, this organization shall not carry on any activities not permitted to be carried on by an organization exempt from Federal Income Tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue Law or by an organization, contributions to which are deductible under Section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
c. No substantial part of the activities of the corporation shall be carrying on propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the organization shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publication or distribution of statements), any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office.
d. No part of the net earnings of the corporation shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to its members, trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that the organization shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth in the purpose clause hereof.
e. Upon the dissolution of the corporation, the Board of Directors shall, after paying or making provision for payment of all the liabilities of the corporation, dispose of the residual assets of the corporation exclusively for exempt purposes of the corporation in such manner, or to one or more organizations which themselves are exempt as organizations described in Sections 501(c)(3) and 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 or corresponding Sections of any future Internal Revenue Code. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed of by the Superior Court of the county in which the principal office of the corporation is then located, for such purposes or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes.
3. MEMBERS - The corporation WILL have members.
4. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS:
4.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? Yes
5. DIRECTORSLashun Renne Dozier, 3800 N. El Mirage Drive #1524, Avondale, AZ 85392, United States Chavis Mandel Rouser, 3063 Scalise Court, Laz Vegas, NV, 89141, United States Dwan Finney, 5396 S. 240th Drive, Buckeye, AZ 85326, United States
6. STATUTORY AGENTKhary Hakim Goodman, 3800 N. El Mirage Drive, Avondale, AZ 85392
8. INCORPORATORSKhary Hakim Goodman, 3800 N. El Mirage Drive, Avondale, AZ 85392, United States
SIGNATURE: I ACCEPT
/s/ Khary Hakim Goodman Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 10, 17, and 24, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT
1. ENTITY NAME - Splash Rite, LLC
2. A.C.C. FILE NUMBER: L20628190
3. ENTITY NAME CHANGE - Splash Rite Swim School, LLC
SIGNATURE:
as a member or I am signing for an entity member. Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 10, 17, and 24, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: GAWDY DAWGS, LLC
L-2102725-3
II. The address of the known place of business is: 16850 West Washington St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Tracy Scott Childress, 16850 West Washington St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Tracy Scott Childress, Manager, 16850 West Washington St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
Anne Elizabeth Childress, Manager, 16850 West Washington St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: QUERA RECORDS LLC.
L-2097022-5
II. The address of the known place of business is: 3207 North 109th Drive, Avondale, AZ 85392
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Marcia Gabriela Madrigal, 3207 North 109th Drive, Avondale, AZ 85392
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Rodolfo Ruiz, Manager, 3207 North 109th Drive, Avondale, AZ 85392 Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 10, 17, and 24, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: VISUALS AFFECT LLC
L-2099501-1
II. The address of the known place of business is: 9311 W. Coolidge St., Phoenix, AZ 85037
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Alberto Montoya II, 9311 W. Coolidge St., Phoenix, AZ 85037
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Alberto P. Montoya, Member, 9311 W. Coolidge St., Phoenix, AZ 85037
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: VALLEY CRAFTSMAN LLC
L-2099514-6
II. The address of the known place of business is: 1138 E. Dublin St., Chandler, AZ 85225
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Tina Souza, 4848 E. Cactus Rd. Ste 505-135, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Bill Lewis, Member/Manager, 1138 E. Dublin St., Chandler, AZ 85225 Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 10, 17, and 24, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR
I. NAME: MIDELA ENTERPRISES LLC
L-2096966-7
II. The address of the known place of business is: 7864 E. Natal Ave., Mesa, AZ 85209
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is:
Michael K. Lauer, 7864 E. Natal Ave., Mesa, AZ 85209
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:
Michael K. Lauer, Member, 7864 E. Natal Ave., Mesa, AZ 85209
Deborah C. Lauer, Member, 7864 E. Natal Ave., Mesa, AZ 85209
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR
I. NAME: GENESIS GROUP HOME LLC
L-2105525-9
II. The address of the known place of business is: 6112 N. 133rd Ave., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Sherri Massey, 6112 N. 133rd Ave., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Sherri Massey, Manager, 6112 N. 133rd Ave., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR
I. NAME: KANE ORGANIZATION, LLC
L-2110177-5
II. The address of the known place of business is: 10610 W. San Miguel Ave., Glendale, AZ 85307
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Kevin Kane, 10610 W. San Miguel Ave., Glendale, AZ 85307
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:
Kevin Kane, Member, 10610 W. San Miguel Ave., Glendale, AZ 85307
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION NONPROFIT CORPORATION
1. ENTITY NAME - Everlasting Values Foundation File No. 21108107
2. CHARACTER OF AFFAIRS: Public benefit for the purposes of operating a school for children in kindergarten through 12th grade
3. MEMBERS: The corporation WILL NOT have members.
4. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS:
4.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? Yes
5. DIRECTORSJulie Vargas, 20935 W. Wycliff Dr., Buckeye, AZ 85396, United States
Samantha Vargas, 20935 W. Wycliff Dr., Buckeye, AZ 85396, United States
Brenda Estrada, 4044 E. Yucca, Phoenix, AZ, 85028, United States
Lee Dillenbeck, 6721 S. Constellation Way, Gilbert, AZ 85298, United States
Vivian Dillenbeck, 5635 Evergreen, Mesa, AZ 85205, United States
6. STATUTORY AGENTJulie Vargas, 20935 W. Wycliff Dr., Buckeye, AZ 85396
8. INCORPORATORSJulie Vargas, 20935 W. Wycliff Dr., Buckeye, AZ 85396, United States
SIGNATURE: I ACCEPT /s/ Julie Vargas 7-28-16
Lee Dillenbeck, 6721 S. Constellation Way, Gilbert, AZ 85298, United States
SIGNATURE: I ACCEPT /s/ Lee Dillenbeck 7-28-16
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Public Notice
ARTICLES
Cabinets, Inc
File No. 2064952-0
4. CHARACTER OF BUSINESS: Installation of cabinets
5. SHARES:
Class: Common, Total: 10,000
6. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS:
6.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? Yes
7. DIRECTORSReymundo Romero, 2408 Grand Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85009, United States
8. STATUTORY AGENTReymundo Romero, 2408 Grand Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85009
10. INCORPORATORSReymundo Romero, 2408 Grand Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85009, United States
SIGNATURE: I ACCEPT /s/ Reymundo Romero 01-29-16
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: 1/OFF KUSTOMS, LLC
L-2089852-5
II. The address of the known place of business is: 9013 W. Osborn Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85037
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Leonard Sanders, 9013 W. Osborn Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85037
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are:
Leonard Sanders, Manager, 9013 W. Osborn Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85037
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: FESTIVAL TREKKERS LLC
L-2103699-0
II. The address of the known place of business is: 7575 E. Indian Bend Rd. #2122, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 17470 N. Pacesetter Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are:
Elizabeth Lessard, Member/ Manager, 7575 E. Indian Bend Rd. #2122, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Zachary Lewis, Member/ Manager, 7575 E. Indian Bend Rd. #2122, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Melissa Lewis, Member, 7575 E. Indian Bend Rd. #2122, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: JTALKS SPEECH THERAPY LLC
L-2112360-0
II. The address of the known place of business is: 815 N. Los Robles Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Jennifer Diaz, 815 N. Los Robles Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are:
L-2110253-0
II. The address of the known place of business is: 16224 W. Pioneer St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Spencer Goodere, 16224 W. Pioneer St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:
Spencer Goodere, Member, 16224 W. Pioneer St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: R.K. DARDEN ENTERPRISES LLC
L-2097890-8
II. The address of the known place of business is: 11879 W. Hadley St., Avondale, AZ 85323
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Ronald Karl Darden, 11879 W. Hadley St., Avondale, AZ 85323
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:
Ronald Karl Darden, Member, 11879 W. Hadley St., Avondale, AZ 85323
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
NONPROFIT CORPORATION
1. ENTITY NAME - Love and Faith Mission File No. 21013747
2. CHARACTER OF AFFAIRS - Provide free food, clothing, shelter and other personal items to families.
3. MEMBERS - The corporation WILL have members.
4. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS:
4.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? Yes
5. DIRECTORS - La Wanda Thomas, 10614 W. Pima Street, Tolleson, AZ 85353, United States
6. STATUTORY AGENT - La Wanda Thomas, 10614 W. Pima Street, Tolleson, AZ 85353
8. INCORPORATORS - La Wanda Thomas, 10614 W. Pima Street, Tolleson, AZ 85353, United States
SIGNATURE - I ACCEPT /s/ La Wanda Thomas 6/12/2016
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Public Notice
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF REAL PROPERTY
GILA RIVER, SE of BUCKEYE, ARIZONA AUGUST 24, 2016
In accordance with A.R.S. § 37-803, the Arizona Game and Fish Commission (Commission), now gives Notice that an offer has been made to purchase Commission property, comprising approximately 20 acres, more or less, located along the Gila River southeast of Buckeye, AZ, and further described as follows: Maricopa County tax assessor Parcel Numbers, 400-45-005A, 400-45-006A, 400-45-007B and 400-008B.
obtained two appraisals for the subject property. The property will not be sold or exchanged for less than the appraised value of $63,500.00.
If any person submits an offer that meets or exceeds the existing purchase offer, the Commission may negotiate the sale or exchange of the property to a subsequent offeror. Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
NONPROFIT CORPORATION
1. ENTITY NAME - Be the Village File No. - 2099534-0
2. CHARACTER OF AFFAIRS - Providing school supplies & school necessities to low income & dependent children.
3. MEMBERS - The corporation WILL have members.
4. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 4.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? Yes
5. DIRECTORS: Melissa Phillips, 1802 S. 116th Lane, Avondale, AZ 85323 Tony Phillips, 1802 S. 116th Lane, Avondale, AZ 85323 6. STATUTORY AGENTMelissa Phillips, 1802 S. 116th Lane, Avondale, AZ 85323 8. INCORPORATORSMelissa Phillips, 1802 S. 116th Lane, Avondale, AZ 85323 SIGNATURE - I ACCEPT
/s/ Melissa Phillips 6/13/16
Corporation as Incorporator - I am signing as an officer or authorized agent of a corporation and it name is: Be the Village Tony Phillips, 1802 S. 116th Lane, Avondale, AZ 85323
SIGNATURE - I ACCEPT /s/ Tony Phillips 6/13/16
Corporation as Incorporator - I am signing as an officer or authorized agent of a corporation and it name is: Be the Village Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, 31, and September 7, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: ALL THINGS HI-FI LLC L-2106218-5 II. The address of the known place of business is: 4442 West Greenway Road, Glendale, AZ 85306
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Carter Schilling, 4442 West Greenway Road, Glendale, AZ 85306
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Carter Schilling, Manager, 4442 West Greenway Road, Glendale, AZ 85306
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: MEDISOLUTIONS LLC
L-2112201-7
1.
Jennifer Diaz, Manager, 815 N. Los Robles Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: SUPERIOR PEST CONTROL, LLC
Further described as all of lots 13-16 of East Allenville as recorded in Book 31 of Maps, page 41 in the Maricopa County Recorder’s Office, all located in the NE4SESE4 of Section 9, Township 1 South, Range 3 West, of the Gila and Salt River Meridian, Maricopa Arizona. Location: Gila River, approximately at Watson Road. Improvements: none. The property is sold “as is” without warranty or other guarantee and subject to all existing reservations, easements or rights-of-way. The property does not have dedicated legal access and lies within a Zone X flood hazard area. Within thirty (30) days of the date of posting this Notice, any person may submit a subsequent offer that meets or exceeds the previous purchase offer. Any subsequent offer must be submitted to the Arizona Game and Fish Department, Habitat Evaluation and Lands Branch, 5000 West Carefree Highway, Phoenix, Arizona, 85086. The sale of the property will be for cash. Title insurance, real estate commissions and broker’s fees are the responsibility of the buyer. To schedule an appointment to inspect the property, please contact Angie Lohse at (623) 236-7611.
In accordance with A.R.S. § 37-803, the Department has
II. The address of the known place of business is: 7000 N. Cotton Lane #781, Waddell, AZ 85355
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Kaylavon Middleton, 18412 W. Palo Verde Ave., Waddell. AZ 85355
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Kaylavon Middleton, Manager, 18412 W. Palo Verde Ave., Waddell. AZ 85355 Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, 31, and September 7, 2016.
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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: TOTAL CENTS, LLC L-2107809-4
II. The address of the known place of business is: 13208 W. Solano Dr., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
III. The name and street
Public Notice
LLC L-2102505-4
II. The address of the known place of business is: 102 W. Vista Paseo, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Lisa Zempich, 102 W. Vista Paseo, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Lisa Zempich, Manager, 102 W. Vista Paseo, Litchfield Park,
AZ 85340
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, 31, and September 7, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN
FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: ROEING IN THE GARDEN, LLC L-2112407-8
II. The address of the known place of business is: 11345 N. 151st Court, Surprise, AZ 85379
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Patricia Gail Stringer, 11345 N. 151st Court, Surprise, AZ 85379
B. Management of the limited
liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Patricia Gail Stringer, Member, 11345 N. 151st Court, Surprise, AZ 85379
David E. Stringer, Member, 11345 N. 151st Court, Surprise, AZ 85379
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, 31, and September 7, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: LEVIOSA ENTERPRISES, LLC
L-2111766-2
II. The address of the known place of business is: 16589 W. Garfield St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Kevin George, 16589 W. Garfield St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Kevin George, Member, 16589 W. Garfield St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
Janelle George, Member, 16589 W. Garfield St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, 31, and September 7, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR
I. NAME: CUT N CHEER, LLC
L-2096235-1
II. The address of the known place of business is: 15345 S. 180th Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Joan Yocom, 15345 S. 180th Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Joan Yocom, Member/ Manager, 15345 S. 180th Ave.,
CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: ARIZONA GHOSTBUSTERS LLC L-2090661-2
II. The address of the known place of business is: 2095 S. 173rd Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Matt Haynes, 2095 S. 173rd Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
Jeff Lewis, Member, 2095 S. 173rd Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, 31, and September 7, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: 12TH PLACE APARTMENTS LLC L-2097610-8
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Matt Haynes, Member, 2095 S. 173rd Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
II. The address of the known place of business is: 6107 North 12th Place, Phoenix, AZ 85014
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Sandra Stamp, 409 E. Sagebrush St., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:
Robert M. Brown II, Member, 115 E. Eugie, Phoenix, AZ 85022
Heather Brown, Member, 3625 W. Oakland St., Chandler, AZ 85226
Sandra Stamp, Member, 409 E. Sagebrush St., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, 31, and September 7, 2016.
Public Notice
SBA Towers IX, LLC is proposing to install a stealth structure pine tree telecommunications tower at 10045 West Thomas Road, Avondale, Maricopa County, Arizona 85392; 33˚ 28’ 32.8” N, 112˚ 16’ 31.7” W. The height of this tower will be 67 feet tall. Any interested party may submit comments within 30 days to Trileaf Corporation at 2121 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 203, Chandler, AZ 85224 regarding the impact of the proposed action on any districts, sites, buildings, structures or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic
Places under National Historic Preservation Act Section 106. Interested persons may review the application for this project at www.fcc.gov/asr/applications by entering the associated Antenna Structure Registration (Form 854) file no.: ASR file#A1047556; and may raise environmental concerns about the project under the National Environmental Policy Act rules of the Federal Communications Commission, 47 CFR §1.1307, by notifying the FCC of the specific reasons that the action may have a significant impact on the quality of the human environment. Requests for Environmental Review must be filed within 30 days of the date that notice of the project is published on the FCC’s website and may only raise environmental concerns. The FCC strongly
encourages interested parties to file Requests for Environmental Review online at www.fcc.gov/ asr/environmentalrequest, but they may be filed with a paper copy by mailing the request to FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554. A copy of the Request should be provided to Trileaf Corporation, Attn: Meaghan Austin, 2121 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 203, Chandler, AZ 85224, m.austin@trileaf.com, 480-8500575.
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 24, 2016.
