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by Kourtney Balsan special to the View
The rumors are true, the West Valley is growing into the place to be.
June’s single-family home-building permits are reflecting a comeback as numbers are rising and returning to 2008 levels all over the West Valley.
The city of Buckeye was first to notice the trend as the number of newly built homes has increased steadily each month, said George Flores, Buckeye development services director.
“The 1,106 single-family permits issued during 2015 more than tripled the number the city issued back in 2010,” Flores said. “That trend seems to have continued into this year,
with each of the first six months averaging well over 100 permits per month.”
After 2008, many of the West Valley cities experienced a drastic drop in permit numbers as the economy sank, Flores said, adding home-building permits reflect the economy’s digression and progression, displaying the public’s comfort level in buying a home with the large price tag attached.
“The city of Buckeye receives fees for permits
41,000 more homes could be built in Buckeye master-planned community
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
The purchase of 11,000 acres of the Tartesso development in Buckeye could signal a resurgence of home building in the West Valley. Investors paid $80 million for the acreage that could accommodate more than 41,000 homes
in a master-planned community near the White Tank Mountains 3.5 miles north of Interstate 10 along Sun Valley Parkway.
It’s considered the biggest land purchase — in size and price — in Buckeye since 2008, when
Avondale to dedicate splash pad at
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
Avondale’s largest and busiest park is open for business again after being closed during the summer for a $3.5 million renovation project, including the construction of the city’s first splash pad.
To celebrate the opening of the splash pad, which doubles as the city’s newest installation of public art, a formal dedication is planned for
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Saturday at the park.
After being closed since June 20, the park and its new splash pad actually opened to the public on Labor Day Sept. 5, according to Kirk Haines, Avondale’s director of parks, recreation and libraries.
Haines said the “laughter and smiles” of about 75 children who used the splash pad in the first hours it was open was evidence that the park’s newest feature will be a hit.
“It’s good to see all the activity back in the park,” Haines said. “We’re back in full swing.”
The activity includes players who are returning to softball and soccer fields that were refreshed during the park’s shutdown, Haines said.
Those visiting the park will also find new picnic shelters, a barbecue area, a new set of restrooms near the splash pad and 100 additional parking spaces.
Two of the park’s three playgrounds got new equipment last spring.
Work on additional landscaping by adding up to 300 trees is continuing, and replacement of the park’s tennis court is expected to be done by the end of October, Haines said.
“Everything inside the park has changed,” he said.
But the centerpiece of the 55-acre park is sure to be the 1,800-square-foot splash pad, which was years in the making.
Haines said the splash pad offers a variety of water play elements that run on a four-minute cycle.
The splash pad’s floor features a mosaic designed by 19 local youths led by master artists Leslie Scott and Beverly Etchart for a project funded by the Avondale Municipal Arts Committee.
The work titled “Chelonia,” the Greek word for turtle or tortoise, is inspired by the Sonoran mud turtle, a species found in the pond at the park.
Scott, who is based in Charlotte, N.C., said she pitched the project to the city and worked with the youths on the
WHAT: Friendship Park splash pad dedication
WHEN: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, with formal dedication at 10:30 a.m. WHERE: Friendship Park, 12325 W. McDowell Road, Avondale COST: Free; giveaways and free hot dogs while supplies last INFO: 623-333-2400, www.avondale.org/parks
A NEWLY BUILT SPLASH PAD at Friendship Park awaits the pitter patter of little feet Thursday in Avondale.
The city will hold a dedication for the new feature Saturday.
design in mid-2015, then returned to the city in August to oversee its installation.
“The project allowed the kids an opportunity to create mosaics that will be permanently embedded in the concrete of their splash pad,” she said. “It turned out really, really lovely.”
Haines agreed that the splash pad is a work of art. “This is really something special, something very unique,” he said.
Scott will be among those attending the dedication along with City Council and Parks, Recreation and Libraries Board members, architects and contractors, Haines said.
For its introductory season, the city plans to keep the splash pad open into the fall, Haines said.
“We’re going to run it as long as we can until it just isn’t warm enough anymore,” he said.
The splash pad typically will be open from March to mid-October, he said.
Splash pad hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.
Haines said the city will start accepting reservations for the park’s new picnic shelters after Saturday.
The shelters that can accommodate up to 50 people can be reserved in four-hour blocks for $50, Haines said.
Shelters that aren’t reserved can be used without charge, he said.
Haines said the public had been understanding while the park was closed, but reported receiving complaints from some walkers and runners as well as pet owners who used Friendship’s dog park, which also had some work done during the renovations.
The entrance to the park was also modified and drivers headed west-bound on McDowell Road must now turn into the park at the traffic signal.
Haines noted that a street project on McDowell Road is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
“We ask people to drive with caution,” he said.
Haines said the city welcomes feedback on the project. The Avondale Parks and Recreation office can be reached at 623-333-2400.
Glenn Gullickson can be reached at ggullickson@westvalleyview.com.
the Valley housing market crashed.
According to the deal, which closed on Sept. 1, the purchase was made by a joint venture of Dolphin Partners of Irvine, Calif., Quantum Capital of Phoenix and Bixby Bridge Capital of Illinois.
The seller was Stardust Holdings, owned by Jerry Bisgrove, a Valley developer and philanthropist.
Kevin Pitts, president of Dolphin Partners, told AZ Big Media that his company’s research indicated recovery and expansion of the local housing market.
“This asset is uniquely located with a full range of amenities to address that growth,” Pitts told AZ Big Media.
Tartesso is one of the largest housing developments in Buckeye, Phoenix’s westernmost suburb that sprawls across 600 square miles with a population of 61,000.
Tartesso was born as part of the housing boom in 2005, with about 3,000 lots completed before the Great Recession halted construction.
The existing development includes an elementary school and boasts a sports park with baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts and ramadas as well as
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The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
neighborhood parks, splash pads and greenbelts.
But lots planned for commercial enterprises stand empty.
Perhaps a preview of coming attractions, the first construction in Tartesso since the recession was started recently by DR Horton, which is building a subdivision within the newly purchased land.
According to its website, Dolphin Partners oversees commercial real estate investments through the western U.S. and owns and manages office and industrial holdings.
Pitts did not return a telephone message seeking comment for this story.
The massive land purchase appeared to catch Buckeye City Hall unaware.
Bob Bushner, public information officer for the city, declined a request for comment from city officials for this story.
In an email, Bushner said Buckeye Mayor Jackie Meck doesn’t know much about the sale and wouldn’t be available for an interview.
Glenn Gullickson can be reached at ggullickson@westvalleyview.com.
Regional Park in Waddell. The parks will allow visitors to use campfires, fire pits and charcoal grills. For information, contact the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
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A suspect in an armed robbery of an Avondale bank was killed and two others apprehended by authorities during a police chase across the Valley around noon Sept. 6.
The man who was killed has been identified by Phoenix police as Steven Del Rio, 31.
Avondale police said the chase began when they responded to a bank robbery in progress at 11:49 a.m. Sept. 6 at Credit Union West, 503 W. Van Buren St., Avondale.
Officers saw a black SUV fleeing the scene at a high rate of speed and attempted to stop the vehicle in the area of Dysart Road and Van Buren Street when the vehicle’s occupants fired shots at the officers, according to the Avondale Police Department.
Avondale officers pursued the vehicle onto Interstate 10, where Phoenix police took over the p ursuit in the area of 9100 West Interstate 10, authorities said.
As police followed the vehicle, two suspects, identified as Ruben Rodriguez, 31, and Sergio Escobedo, 20, allegedly got out and fled on foot at different locations, according to the Phoenix Police Department.
One was detained by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office canine unit and the other was taken into custody by Phoenix Police officers as he allegedly
Two juveniles, a boy and girl, sustained non-life threatening injuries when they were shot early Sunday morning at a party in west Phoenix.
Phoenix police said the party that had been advertised on social media was taking place at a residence near 83rd Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road when a man who lives at the residence allegedly exchanged gunfire with an individual or individuals on foot at a park near the residence.
Frenchie Lonnie, 35, was booked on one count of
attempted to force his way into the back door of an unrelated residence, according to the Phoenix Police Department.
As the vehicle continued to flee at a high rate of speed, Del Rio allegedly blew through intersections, endangering other drivers and pedestrians, and discarded evidence along the route, authorities said.
At 1900 W. Baseline Road in Tempe, the Phoenix Police Department Special Assignments Unit used several law enforcement vehicles to attempt to box in Del Rio’s vehicle. At that point, Del Rio allegedly pointed a handgun at officers who shot and killed him, authorities said.
Rodriguez has been booked into a Maricopa County jail and faces charges of aggravated assault, armed robbery and possession of a weapon by a prohibited possessor. Escobedo has been booked into a Maricopa County jail and faces two counts of armed robbery and two counts of aggravated assault.
Avondale police said no other suspects are being sought.
No Avondale officers were injured during the pursuit and no one was hurt at the bank, authorities said.
Authorities said Del Rio had been released from prison in May for armed robbery.
Law enforcement authorities from multiple jurisdictions are investigating the incident.
aggravated assault and one count of possession of a weapon by a prohibited possessor, according to police.
The teenagers struck with bullets were taken to an area hospital for treatment, police said.
During the exchange of gunfire, a tan SUV was struck by bullets, causing damage, but no occupants were harmed, police said.
It is unclear if the SUV was targeted or accidentally struck, according to authorities.
Police said they were unable to substantiate whether anyone inside the SUV fired any shots.
Police said they didn’t have descriptions of suspects who were firing shots from the park.
An earlier report that a black Mercedes was involved in the incident are unsubstantiated, police said.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call Phoenix police at 602-262-4841. To remain anonymous, call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.
The Avondale Police Department is hoping that assistance from the public will help identify a suspect in an armed robbery.
The incident occurred just after 8 p.m. Sept. 4 at the Burger King located at 3940 N. 107th Ave., Avondale.
The unidentified suspect is described as a white man with red hair and beard and freckles on his face, wearing a blue flannel shirt, blue jeans and a baseball cap. He has a tattoo on his left arm.
The suspect fled in a mid-2000s white Ford F150, single cab, long bed with a tool box in the back.
Anyone with information regarding the suspect or robbery should contact the Avondale Police Department at 623-333-7001.
Anyone with information who wishes to remain anonymous may contact Silent Witness at 480-948-6377.
by Kourtney Balsan special to the View
The Littleton Elementary School District, which is more than 100 years old, is expanding with another campus.
The district introduced its new Fine Arts Academy in July south of Buckeye Road on 103rd Avenue in west Phoenix. Building broke ground in December 2014, and the school opened this fall as the district’s seventh campus.
“The creation of an arts academy was part of an initiative to develop specialty programs within the school district that would motivate students and their families to be more engaged in their learning,” said Roger Freeman, Littleton superintendent. “After a series of town hall meetings, school planning teams developed four areas of focus learning for the 2016-17 school year. In addition to fine arts, there are programs being developed for STEM, leadership and service. More programs are expected to come.”
As Littleton had rapid enrollment growth before the recession, the Arizona School Facilities Board advised it could not help facilitate the construction of news schools unless the original campuses became terribly overcrowded, Freeman said.
Littleton’s Governing Board quickly learned it could not completely rely on the state to take care of the district’s facility needs, and with the rapid growth starting up again, it was time to take matters into its own hands and build a new school, Freeman said.
“The facility is completely funded by Littleton’s local taxpayers through two bond authorizations. The purchase of the land was from the first authorization and the remaining phases of construction came from the 2014 bond authorization.” Freeman said.
Art will be incorporated throughout the school day, and the goal of the academy is to have well-rounded academic art stars, Principal Susan Gibson said.
“This school is remarkable. I am honored to be part of a new school that develops new traditions,” Gibson said. “The building and structure enhance the opportunities that we have to integrate the fine arts into every aspect of the school day.”
The pupils who attend the academy have an interest or passion for the arts, and their skills are strengthened through specialty programs, Freeman said.
“In music, we get to play instruments,” fourth-grader Evan Robertson said.
The arts academy has pupils from kindergarten to seventh grade, and will grow to eighth grade next year, Freeman said.
Innovative measures were taken to conserve money
and energy during the building process, including roof and wall insulation above code minimum that is specially designed so sound doesn’t travel in or out, high efficiency air conditioners controlled by an energy management control system that prevents waste when school is not in session, high-efficiency LED lighting with a similar waste prevention and multipurpose classrooms and learning spaces, Freeman said.
“The focus of this campus is fine arts and so the performance and learning spaces all do double duty to accommodate the student experience,” he said. “The multipurpose room becomes an auditorium by setting the cafeteria tables as bench seating. It has acoustic wall treatments and an acoustic roof deck that is designed to reduce echo in the space so that it can be used for performances. A backstage area also includes a loading dock, dressing rooms and restrooms that are needed for performances.”
Technology is beginning to play a large role in the
Littleton district as devices have become an integral part of the learning experience, Freeman said.
All pupils from second grade up will have their own device, and the building’s design of power sources makes that easier, he said.
“This school is way better because we get to have touch flip laptops,” fourth-grader Dominic Leyva said. So far, so good, when it comes to the opinions of parents and grandparents regarding the new school.
“We feel so lucky to be able to experience everything that this new school gets to offer our family,” said Teresa Lugo, who has a grandchild at the campus. “He really likes his teacher and I see that he feels very secure and happy to be there. All the staff and principal have been wonderful and ready to welcome and help the kids at all times.”
Kourtney Balsan can be reached at Kbalsan@westvalleyview.com.
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Caleb Deen, 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 is attending the University of Southern California, majoring in journalism.
This school note is being republished to correct the spelling of the graduate’s last name.
Annalecia Caires of Goodyear made the spring semester academic dean’s list at Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, Calif. To make the dean’s list, students must have a 3.5 or better grade point average.
Mallory Tower of Goodyear has been named to the dean’s list for the 201516 academic year at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colo. To be named to the dean’s list, students must have a GPA of 3.75-4.0 in any two terms of the year.
Michila Elkins, a student at Millennium High School in Goodyear, has won $1,000 for being one of four regional finalists in the Toyota TeenDrive365 Video Challenge.
Her video, titled Rewind, was chosen as the winner for the West region by a panel of judges from Toyota and Discovery Education.
The challenge focuses on teens creating videos to raise safe driving awareness among other teens and drivers.
The West Valley Christian School in Goodyear collected a large number of stuffed animals and gave them to Stepping Stones of Hope for the organization’s Stuffed with Love stuffed animal drive.
Stepping Stones of Hope is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting grieving children who have experienced the death of a loved one.
The Pendergast School District recently sent 21 eighth-graders to Stanford University as part of the district’s College Bound program. The program focuses on educating students on college and
universities, including the acquisition of scholarships and other financial aid. The students hosted fundraisers throughout the school year and several sponsors helped with the costs of the trip.
Timothy Bland of Goodyear and Nicole Walton of Avondale have been placed on the 2016 President’s List for the School of Professional Studies at Trine University in Angola, Ind. To be named to the president’s list, students must maintain at least 12 credit hours and have a minimum 3.75 GPA.
Nicole Hardenbrook of Buckeye received a Bachelor of Arts in communications during a commencement ceremony held in May from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Conn.
Alexia Peterson of Goodyear has graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colo.
Dawnysia Seymore graduates
Dawnysia Seymore of Avondale has graduated with a Bachelor of Science in human sciences from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Tyler Boxwell named to dean’s list
Tyler Boxwell of Litchfield Park has been named to the spring deans’ list at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. To be eligible for the dean’s list, students must be enrolled in 12 or more semester hours and maintain a GPA of 3.5.
TVHS students earn full-tuition scholarships
The following Tonopah Valley High School students have earned the Lumberjack Full Tuition Scholarship from Northern Arizona University:
Michelle Bueno, Virginia Cavillo, Michael Carter, James Fogel, Marissa Geraci, Jackie Gunn, Riley Harshbarger, Felecia Hildebran, Jack Hines, Jazmyne Holwegner, Zackiel Marsh, Luis Raya, Devon Strawn, Anthony Visoso, Katelynn White and Rebecca Wruck.
Melissa Hankins receives Cornetet award
Melissa Hankins of Goodyear has received the Lucile Cornetet Individual Professional Development Award from the Delta Kappa Gamma Educational Foundation. The award enabled the fourth-grade Western Valley Elementary School teacher to attend the Differentiated Instruction National Conference July 18-22 in Las Vegas.
The foundation awards approximately $60,000 annually to outstanding educators to enable them to attend professional activities in their respective fields.
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and other construction activities, as well as sales tax for construction materials purchased in the city,” Flores said. “Stateshared revenues that come to the city from the state is based on population, so the more residents in the city, the more stateshared revenues the city receives.”
Single-family home-building permits are important to most cities, not only because building brings the city money, but it also means people want to live and grow roots in the city, Buckeye Mayor Jackie Meck said in a press release.
“People are finding that Buckeye has a small-town feel, and combined with the development of superior amenities like our Skyline Regional Park, they are realizing Buckeye is a great community to build or buy a home,” Meck said.
Avondale and Litchfield Park have already blown 2008’s numbers out of the water. Litchfield Park septupled its numbers, receiving seven times the number of permits so far in 2016 than it had eight years ago. From January to July, Avondale already received 57 more permits than it did during the entire year in 2008. Furthermore, the city received 13 more permits in June than it did in the same month last year, bringing its monthly total to 33.
Goodyear has also beat 2008 levels this year and noticed an increasing trend in permits. It was rated the 14th fastestgrowing city in the country in 2015, just beating Buckeye at 15th, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
“In 2015, the city of Goodyear nearly doubled the number of homebuilding permits issued since the decline in the housing market of 2008,” said Christopher Baker, the city’s development services director. “We are on track to issue more permits in 2016 than last year, which means Goodyear is going to grow at even a faster pace. We are prepared and very excited about this growth.”
Along with single-family homebuilding permits, the West Valley has welcomed new manufacturing firms and other development, adding to its economic uprise.
Goodyear has been expanding the Estrella Falls shopping and dining corridor near McDowell Road and Bullard Avenue, with Burlington Coat Factory and Harkins Theatres already investing around $20 million and bringing about 100 jobs collectively.
Phoenix Goodyear Airport is also making improvements and adding Michael Lewis Co., bringing $34 million in capital investment, and Lux Air Jet to the gateway area.
Cardinal IG Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of Cardinal Glass Industries, chose to locate in Buckeye, bringing more than 100 jobs.
“In addition, a major manufacturing firm has recently selected Buckeye for its plant that will bring more than 100 new jobs, so it is very gratifying that we are providing residents new places to work as well,” Meck said.
Tolleson is also improving its permit numbers from last year, having already issued more in 2016 than in 2015, but not quite reaching 2008 levels, said Jason Earp, Tolleson economic development director.
The city’s home-building numbers are sporadic, with zero permits in 2010 and 2011, one permit in 2012, then jumping to 33 permits in 2013, which beat 2008’s count of 21, Earp said.
Although Tolleson’s single-family home-building permits run low, the city has made large economic developments in manufacturing and industry, Earp said.
According to its website, Tolleson is host to commercial and industrial employers such as JBS Tolleson, PepsiCo, Kroger’s, Albertson’s, Home Depot, Staples and Sysco Food Systems.
SK Food Group is also building its new manufacturing facility in Tolleson, which will bring more than 550 jobs to the area. Tolleson is six square miles and has a population of 7,000, with a goal to reach 10,000 residents, Earp said.
“Tolleson actively recruits housing in the hopes of reaching a population of 10,000 people to achieve the economic development objective to attract major retail along the I-10 corridor and more traditional retail throughout existing residential districts and downtown Paseo de Luces,” Earp said.
Buckeye hopes to maintain the steady increase in permits, but warns there is no way to predict where the city will be in the future considering permits fluctuate with the economy, Flores said.
“There is no way to predict homebuilding tendencies. It depends on many factors and tends to fluctuate with the national economy and regional housing market trends,” he said. “We hope the trend continues to hold steady and increase. [The goal moving forward is] to continue providing the best customer service to contractors and other home builders, and subsequently, to the owners of those new homes that have chosen Buckeye for their family’s future.”
Kourtney Balsan can be reached at Kbalsan@westvalleyview.com.
Rumor has it Joe Biden is being prepped to step in should Hillary’s health falter further rendering her incapable of completing her campaign for the country’s highest office. I would have thought her vice presidential pick would have been the one to be tapped for the position, but I guess Biden makes more sense seeing as how no one has heard of Tim Kaine.
For anyone who was out of the country, or better yet, off the planet last weekend, Mrs. Clinton had to leave a Sept. 11 ceremony about three hours early because she fell ill, and while waiting for her ride, collapsed and was dragged into a van, losing a shoe along the way. She was whisked away to her daughter’s New York apartment, which I can only guess doubles as a hospital ward, and came out several hours later smiling and waving to reporters (who, by the way, were given strict orders by her handlers to stay at the event and not follow the candidate they were specifically there to cover). Her camp later released a statement blaming the fainting spell on pneumonia, which she was supposedly diagnosed with Sept. 9 and until Sunday kept from the press. I say supposedly, because Catherine Herridge, one of several members of the press who has been embedded with her, reported that neither she nor any of her cohorts were aware that Mrs. Clinton had had a chest X-ray, the only way to diagnose pneumonia. But let’s assume she snuck off and got a chest X-ray and was diagnosed with pneumonia, I can totally understand her wanting to keep it under wraps with all of the controversy surrounding her health. Pneumonia is extremely dangerous, especially at her age. But I can also totally understand her staff immediately issuing a statement offering it up as a reason for collapsing with so many rumors swirling that her symptoms mirror those of Parkinson’s. One illness can be cured, the other cannot.
But back to my point, Biden.
I can only imagine the Democratic National Committee is kicking itself for not courting Biden more when this business of choosing a candidate all started.
Biden’s gaffes are cute compared to Mrs. Clinton’s. Sure, he might drop an occasional F-bomb, but it’s funny. It’s like watching Drunk Uncle. He may say some outlandish things, but when it’s all said and done, he’s harmless. And boy, oh boy, does he smile. Even after the heartache he’s experienced, he seems like a genuinely
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I own a Computer and a Cell Pone buried deep in the bottom of my purse , turned off. Its for Emergencies, and they are here. I am going to dig that Cell Phone out and start calling these drivers in. After I have pulled over of course. Can’t turn into one of them.
Editor:
Dr. Rudy Giuliani appeared at one Trump’s rallies with a big knot on his head from falling in the shower and was critical of Mrs. Clinton’s health. His own neurological health seems to be in question since he was mayor of New York when 911 happened in 2001 but he says it happened under Obama’s administration which did not begin until 2008.
Bueford Tunstell Avondale
Editor:
What is with all of these drivers lately just setting through Green Lights , and Stop Signs. Upon driving by them I can see the drivers have seized the moment to Text Somebody or Twitter, whatever the latest device. I want these people ticketed. No I want their house confiscated and the drivers licenses evoked, and their first born taken away. Use to be once in a blue moon you would see someone swerve over a line, now its a daily occurrence You got it they are talking on a Cell phone.
Vickie Chelini Buckeye
Editor:
Until the 1970’s, we were a manufacturing Nation. But, for many reasons, we didn’t keep up. We were told it would be OK because we were going to be a technology Nation and we were for a while. Then education was the answer and the MBA was the degree to get. Reality trumped theories and we were in the full-fledged service ecconomy supported by the bigger theories from PHDs. Of course, a service society can never servive because without the input of external revenue, the government costs will shrink a service-society pie. So credit filled in the gaps.
The housing bubble of 1996 was caused by loosening credit standards. The dot com bust of 2000 and the great recession of 2008 were all attempts to spur the ecconomy through betting credit on a better future. Student loans are a credit-based bet, but seemingly free money always drives costs, not values, up.
Free money worked for a while. But it added debt to those who did not know how to profit from it and made the rich, richer. The amount of debt this time around is staggering. Since, 2008, FED debt is $4 trillion,
Federal debt increased by $9 trillion, student debt $2 trillion and consumer debt is $14 trillion, topping the 2008 record. Remember that $1 trillion is about $3,000 for every citizen. We are all carrying an average $100,000 of accumulated debt with compounding interest. What happens next? Even if the next post-presidential-election bubble is historically small, a 2% drop causes the dreaded deflation that stops spending now because everything is cheaper tomorrow. That compounds the GDP drop, and the debt will keep climbing. Then what???
Just focus on being ready to help those around you.
Chris Slotten Goodyear
Editor:
According to Avondale’s website, “The seat of Mayor shows at this point to be up for runoff between candidates Kenneth Weise and Stephanie Karlin. A final ballot tally will be provided by Maricopa County Elections Department once all early ballots dropped off at City Hall and at the polls and provisional ballots are tabulated.”
KEN WEISE is leading with 49.38% of the vote while Stephanie Karlin has only 26.60% of the vote, and Frank Scott has only 23.64%.
To avoid a November runoff , a candidate must get more than 50
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percent of the vote.
Ken Weise is just shy of 50%, whereas Stephanie Karlin is just a little over half way there and Scott is not even half way.
I think it is rediculous for Avondale voters to have to pay for another election in this case, if after the final tally Weise doesn’t make it over the 50% threshold.
If I were Karlin and Scott, and if I really cared about Avondale, I’d back out of the race and allow the clear winner, Ken Weise to prevail.
Patrick Orr Avondale
Editor:
I am writing this letter to let you know of a change in Maricopa county and City of Buckeye court jurisdiction, which may affect your readers.
The unincorporated area, NW of the city limits of Buckeye, on Sun Valley Parkway has always had the ability of being patrolled by any official state approved police department.
The White Tanks court, in the past, was the only entity having jurisdiction over this unincorporated area, specifically pertaining to traffic violations. However, now this unincorporated area, is under joint jurisdiction, between the city of Buckeye and Maricopa County.
Buckeye city police are actively patrolling, this unincorporated area of Maricopa County, in particular, with regards to traffic violations.
By doing so, they are raising increased revenues, for the City of Buckeye, from county citizens outside the official city limits of Buckeye. Go figure, I bet even Sherriff Joe, would be proud.
Greg Key Goodyear
the Hospital and the family that was acting as interpreters was there. I said let’s get married now! Her parents agreed, so did my parents. For years she would tell me I trapped her into the marriage.
She loved Mexico! I loved the U.S.A.! As time went on I did not understand that the true love was one sided. I kept trying to please her in anyway I could, it didn’t work. She divorced me after 12 years and three sons! Within a year we were remarried. But all the old problems were still there. After 9 years she divorced me again. Same thing she wanted someone who loved Mexican Culture. I didn’t! End of story there are two different cultures and two different ways of looking at life. When a person loves their own culture you aren’t going to change them!
Bernard Oviatt Sr. Salome
Editor:
Shame on you… The recent behavior of two prominent sports figures during the playing of our National Anthem is nothing short of SHAMEFUL! Now even the thought of playing the National Anthem at the start of sporting events has come into question! Are you kidding me? Men and women had laid down blood, sweat and tears to make this country what it is today… FREE. Yes, there are all those rights afforded us by the Constitution but in balance... there are responsibilities that go with those rights. These sports figures, on male football player and one female soccer player have no problem having a nice home, expensive cars and a nice salary in this great country of ours yet they use the freedom it provides to protest against it? Go someplace else and protest. Maybe in China or some Eastern European country where you get a two room apartment, ride a bike to work and the state tells you what you will earn. That sounds about right for all those who complain about America and our way of life. It is not the best but… it sure is better than all the others. Why does everybody want to come here? You protesters make me sick with your defiant
is not in agreement with the government there. Shame on you for accepting all our freedoms and then disrespecting our country!
Larry Carter Goodyear
Editor:
NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick refused to stand for the national anthem because of the wrong doings against African Americans and minorities in the United States. Now, his coach Chip Kelly says it is “his right as a citizen” to exercise his 1st Amendment right. The NFL does not require its players to stand during the national anthem. President Barack Obama “the great divider” once again reminded us of Kaepernick’s right. Hey Barack, ask yourself is this really a presidential issue?
I must remind Americans that the national anthem has always been a special part of the pregame ceremony, in most all sporting events. Chip Kelly also has the right as a coach not to call Kaepernick’s name to play by leaving him sitting on the bench. My issue is not what Kaepernick does or doesn’t do but the over attention by liberal media. Watching the NFL up coming season show they high-lighted and reminded viewers of Kaepernick’s 1st Amendment right. They also reminded us of the new NFL rule that profanity is considered “detrimental to the league” ad will be addressed with fines and game suspensions denying players of their 1st Amendment rights. Since the NFL says one thing and then does another, call it is called open hypocrisy. I decided to exercise my 1st Amendment rights by calling up Direct TV’s Sunday NFL ticket and canceled my subscription in the name of Kaepernick.
Thomas M. Brosius Phoenix
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happy guy. It’s infectious. Even I find myself smiling while watching him.
But most importantly, he doesn’t seem to loathe the Americans who oppose his political views. And his gaffes seem to come unscripted, so his party can’t be blamed. Unlike Mrs. Clinton’s latest “Basket of Deplorables” stand-up comedy show. Her disdain for millions of Americans is evident. In case you missed it, here’s what she said at an LGBT fundraising gala Sept. 9 in New York City:
“You know, to just be grossly generalistic, you could put half of Trump’s supporters into what I call the basket of deplorables. Right? The racist, sexist, homophobic, xenophobic, Islamaphobic — you name it. And unfortunately there are people like that. And he has lifted them up. He has given voice to their websites that used to only have 11,000 people — now 11 million. He tweets and retweets their offensive hateful mean-spirited rhetoric. Now, some of those folks — they are irredeemable, but thankfully they are not America.”
But worse, this stand-up routine seems to have been scripted, meaning it went through many layers before exiting her mouth, so does the Democratic Party feel that way, too? Seems awfully intolerant for such a tolerant group. Deplorable? Irredeemable? Ouch!
By the way, the word “deplorable” is currently trending on Merriam-Webster. Apparently, all the pathetic, redneck, white trash, uneducated losers in the other basket had to look up that big word.
Speaking of, here’s how she summed up the other basket:
“But that other basket of people are people who feel that the government has let them down, the economy has let them down, nobody cares about them, nobody worries about what happens to their lives and their futures, and they’re just desperate for change. It doesn’t really even matter where it comes from. They don’t buy everything he says, but he seems to hold out some hope that their lives will be different.”
Desperate? Gee, I don’t know what’s worse, being called “deplorable,” “irredeemable,” “not America” or “desperate.”
To be fair, she did issue a clarification about 17 hours after calling 25 percent of American voters deplorable in a statement that read:
“Last night I was ‘grossly generalistic,’ and that’s never a good idea. I regret saying ‘half’ — that was wrong. But let’s be clear, what’s really ‘deplorable’ is that Donald Trump hired a major advocate for the so-called ‘alt-right’ movement to run his campaign and that David Duke and other white supremacists see him as a champion of their values. It’s deplorable that Trump has built his campaign largely on prejudice and paranoia and given a national platform to hateful views and voices, including by retweeting fringe bigots with a few dozen followers and spreading their message to 11 million people …”
I would have rather she just apologized for calling millions of Americans deplorable and left it at that instead of insinuating that that same group — let’s call them “dummies” — can be influenced by messages of bigotry from white supremacists. But maybe I’m being grossly generalistic.
Any way you cut it, she blundered big time by attacking U.S. citizens, first in her comedy shtick and later in her clarification, something I don’t think Biden would do.
Call Trump deplorable. Call him irredeemable. Call him racist. But don’t call millions of Americans any of those things.
miss
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by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
Oktoberfest will kick off special events in Litchfield Park for 2016-17, part of a schedule that includes the city’s well-known arts festivals, concerts and a weekend dedicated to the centennial of the community.
Oktoberfest will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday on the front lawn of the Wigwam, 300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. Admission is $10, and free to children 12 and younger.
It’s the 12th year the city has partnered with the Wigwam for an event that draws 700 to 800 people, according to Tricia Kramer, Litchfield Park’s special events coordinator.
The Bob Doszak Band will play Oktoberfest favorites, with a dance floor set up in front of the stage.
“We love to have people dancing through the night,” Kramer said. “People love to do the chicken dance.”
Direct Sounds DJ will play the hits between band sets.
Kramer said the event is family-friendly, with a play area for children.
The celebration will include potato sack races, a yodeling contest for adults and, new this year, a group photo area with props.
Also new this year will be a pumpkin chucking game that Kramer said is similar to cornhole.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase, with the Wigwam providing German favorites, such as bratwurst, sauerbraten and currywurst as well as warm pretzels, hot dogs and apple strudel.
German and domestic beers and wine will also be available.
The Litchfield Park special events series continues in October with the first of a series of six Arts in the Park concerts.
Kramer said many of the bands, including the first act, the Thaddeus Rose Band, are Valley-based favorites that have performed previous years.
Most of the concerts will be on the lawn at the Wigwam, but the Feb. 12 concert will be staged in the business district as part of the community’s centennial.
Kramer said a 25-member planning committee is planning the three-day centennial event.
While details are still to be determined, the event is expected to kick off at the Wigwam and include open houses, a historical walk and barbecue, Kramer said.
She said “all fans of Litchfield Park” will be welcome for the centennial.
The city is perhaps best-known to visitors as the site of four annual arts festivals, events Kramer said draw thousands of people to the city.
To mark the 25th anniversary of January’s Native American Fine Arts Festival, the event will be moved to the center of town and staged without an admission
Here’s the schedule of special events planned for the 2016-17 season sponsored by Litchfield Park Community and Recreation Services.
Sept. 17: Oktoberfest is a German celebration that will feature German food provided by the Wigwam, German music, dancing, games and beer from 6 to 9 p.m. on the front lawn of the Wigwam. Admission is $10 per person and free for children younger than 12. Food and beverages will be sold separately.
Oct. 16: Arts in the Park concert series will feature the Thaddeus Rose Band from 3 to 5 p.m. on the lawn of the Wigwam. Admission is free.
Oct. 28: G.A.I.N. Night, or Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods, celebrates the success of efforts to prevent crime from 5 to 8 p.m. on the grounds of Litchfield Elementary School during the school’s fall carnival. Admission is free.
Nov. 5-6: 46th annual Litchfield Park Festival of the Arts will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, with proceeds benefiting the Litchfield Library Association. Admission is free.
Nov. 20: Arts in the Park concert series will feature Eddie Diamond and the AZ Diamond Band from 3 to 5 p.m. on the lawn of the Wigwam. Admission is free.
Dec. 10: Christmas in the Park will include a craft show starting at 9 a.m., parade at 10 a.m. and snow, activities, Santa visits and entertainment from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Litchfield Park town center. Admission is free.
Jan. 13-15: 25th Invitational Litchfield Park Gathering – Native American Fine Arts Festival will feature fine arts and a cultural festival with work by about 100 Native American artists, entertainment and learning opportunities from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at Litchfield Park town center. A prelude to the event will be Friday evening at the Wigwam. Admission is free.
Jan. 21: Litchfield Park State of the City is a public meeting featuring reports from city officials from 9 to 11 a.m. at Souers Hall at the Church at Litchfield Park. Admission is free.
Jan. 22: Arts in the Park concert series features Bluesman Mike and the Blues Review Band from 3 to 5 p.m. on the lawn at the Wigwam. Admission is free.
Jan. 28: Kiwanis Litchfield Park Winter Trout Fishing Derby starts with registration at 6:30 a.m.
charge, she said.
“We decided to go big and make it free of charge to generate new interest,” Kramer said.
Tickets for Oktoberfest are available online at www.eventbrite.com, at the Litchfield Park Recreation Center, 100 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, or at the gate.
and fishing from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for trout stocked in Tierra Verde Lake. There will be food, prizes and giveaways. Fee is $6 per pole or $4 per pole for ages 15 and younger.
Feb. 10-12: Litchfield Park Centennial Celebration will include events celebrating 100 years of the community hosted by the city, the Wigwam, Litchfield Elementary School, Litchfield Park Historical Society and more.
Feb. 12: Arts in the Park concert series will feature the Desert Knights Band from 3 to 5 p.m. at the business district in the center of town along Old Litchfield Road north of Wigwam Boulevard. Admission is free.
Feb. 17-19: Seventh annual Wigwam Festival of Fine Art will present western, southwest and Native American works from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.
Feb. 25: Litchfield Park Friends of the Rec 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Run/Walk for all ages and experience levels begins and ends in front of the Litchfield Park Recreation Center. Fees of $20 for 10K and 5K, $15 for 1 mile and $10 for Healthy Classroom Challenge include race T-shirt, raffle prizes, food and drink and post-race award ceremonies.
March 4-5: 19th annual Spring Art and Wine Festival will feature more than 200 art booths, beer and wine garden, culinary demonstrations, music and food from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day on the library lawn and town center. Admission is free.
March 12: Arts in the Park concert series will feature the PebbleRock Band from 4 to 6 p.m. on the lawn at the Wigwam. Admission is free.
April 7: Arts in the Park concert series season finale will feature Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns from 7 to 9 p.m. on the lawn at the Wigwam. Admission is free.
May 29: Memorial Day Ceremony will remember the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. armed forces at 7 a.m. in front of the World War II Memorial on the Litchfield Elementary School grounds.
July 4: 4th of July Splash Bash will include water games and activities for children, a DJ and pool safety during an Independence Day pool party from 10 a.m. to 5 .m. at the Litchfield Park Recreation Center. Admission is free for passholders, $2 for others.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Litchfield Park Recreation Center.
For more information, visit www.litchfield-park.org or call 623-935-9040.
Glenn Gullickson can be reached at ggullickson@westvalleyview.com.
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by Shane McOwen sports writer
Welcome to the Business Briefcase, everyone. Glad to have you aboard for this edition.
Now that football has returned to hijack all parts of Saturday and Sunday (and Monday and Thursday nights), I’m here to offer some unsolicited advice: The best time to get errands done is during those games. This advice is not scientifically proven, but it seems like a safe bet. When everyone’s away, the cat comes out to get his groceries. The phrase goes something like that, anyway.
Here’s this week’s business news.
Catitude Gallery and Studio, a community arts center in Avondale at 404 E. Western Ave., has undergone an expansion, adding 1,600 square feet of gallery and gift shop space, as well as a 1,500-square-foot outdoor sculpture garden.
The gallery opens for its 2016-17 season Sept. 20, and features various artists’ work throughout the year as well as workshops and classes.
Molly Stockley, vice president of hospital growth at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Goodyear, has been named the 2016 Woman of the Year by West Valley Women.
Her responsibilities as vice president of hospital growth include collaborating with hospital leadership, corporate leadership and both the regional and national board of directors to establish marketing/ outreach strategies that serve 17 demographic market areas in a 13-state region. Originally from New Iberia, La., Stockley has 23 years’ experience working in marketing, advertising, broadcasting and media.
She is also active in the Kristina A. Stockley Melanoma Foundation Phoenix Heart Ball, Catholic Community Foundation Leadership Circle, Diocese of Phoenix Capital Campaign, Assistance in Healthcare, Goodyear Police Shop with a Cop, Phoenix Symphony, 12th Cancer Support Community Porch Party and the 49th American Cancer Society’s Jewel Ball. She is a Phoenix Children’s Hospital West Valley Advisory member and Charter 100 member.
Catitude is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and is closed Sunday and Monday. For information, visit www.catitudegallery.org or call 623-388-3840.
In Goodyear, OptumCare opened a new senior community center Sept. 9 at 1981 N. Pebble Creek Parkway.
The center focuses on health and fitness for people ages 55 and older.
Classes and activities are free, and include fitness training, chair yoga, quilting, knitting, crocheting, arts and crafts, movies, health classes and computer training. OptumCare offers services in eight states across the country.
The community center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
For information, visit www.optumcare.com or call the Goodyear location at 623-293-9748.
It may barely be mid-September, but that’s not stopping Halloween from getting the party started.
Spirit Halloween stores are opening all over the Valley, including one here on the west side. The costume and novelty shop has one store in the area at the Alameda Crossing shopping center, at the northeast corner of McDowell and Dysart roads in Avondale, 1627 N. Dysart Road.
The store’s hours will continue to expand the closer it gets to Oct. 31. Through Sept. 17, Spirit Halloween is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday,
Stockley will be honored Oct. 4 at Arizona Broadway Theatre in Peoria.
For information, visit westvalleywomen.org or call 602-573-7496.
Rodney Adelman of Goodyear was re-elected to a two-year term on the National Executive Board of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association at its 34th Biennial National Convention from Aug. 28 to Sept. 1 in Reno, Nev.
Adelman will represent NARFE Region VII, which includes Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. He was first elected to the position in 2014.
He has served as president, vice president and district vice president of the Arizona Federation of NARFE Chapters. He also has held various leadership positions in NARFE Chapter 1789 in Sun City West. His work with the Association includes serving on the National Legislative Committee in 2012 and on the National Bylaws Committee in 2010 and 2014. He also served on the Future of NARFE Committee.
In his 36-year career with the federal government, Adelman worked in budget, financial management and congressional relations positions in the U.S. Departments of Justice, Energy, Labor, State and Interior. He also worked for three years on Capitol Hill.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in business and public administration from the University of Maryland.
10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.
The hours expand to 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday from Sept. 18 to 28. For information, visit www.spirithalloween.com or call the Avondale store directly at 623-300-6815.
In Goodyear, Little People’s Sewing Center has been open for approximately two months, offering sewing classes to children 6 to 13 years old.
It’s located in the Palm Valley Cornerstone Shopping Center at 13291 W. McDowell Road, Suite E-5. All classes are two-hour sessions once a week for four weeks, and cover various techniques from handmade needle and thread to using digital, high-tech machines. The class schedule can be found at www.littleproplessewingcenter.com.
For information, visit the website listed above or call 623-332-8080.
That’s all for now, folks. I hope everyone has a great rest of the week!
If so inclined, send tips, questions or comments to smcowen@westvalleyview.com.
Take care!
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the city of Litchfield Park by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting.
An Award of Financial Reporting Achievement has also been awarded to Litchfield Park’s finance director, Benjamin Ronquillo, the man primarily responsible for preparing the award-winning CAFR. It is the 15th consecutive year the city has received the award.
The CAFR was judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program including demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the CAFR.
The GFOA is a nonprofit professional association serving approximately 17,500 government finance professionals with offices in Chicago and Washington, D.C.
by Kourtney Balsan special to the View
Updates are coming to the Valley’s almost 76-year-old Phoenix Goodyear Airport.
The airport was originally built in 1940 as Goodyear Aircraft Corp. The company donated adjacent land to the United States Navy and was named Naval Air Facility at Litchfield Park where it supported war efforts during World War II. In 1968, Phoenix purchased the airport to serve as a general aviation reliever, and it has grown to what we know it as today.
“The Phoenix Goodyear Airport, with its extensive pilot training, major repair operations and emerging corporate aviation services, is the heart of a major employment corridor in Goodyear,” said Michelle Lawrie, economic development director for the city of Goodyear. “Updating the airport master plan will help chart the course for the future economic growth and prosperity in the region. The city of Goodyear is looking forward to the airport planning process and the positive impact it will have on the community.”
The Federal Aviation Administration recommends airports update their master plans every five to 10 years or as significant changes occur, said Jordan Feld, deputy aviation director for planning and environmental. Goodyear Airport’s master plan was last updated in 2007 and the update process generally takes about 18 months.
“At a tactical level, the master plan update is critical for making cost-effective, durable, timely and efficient decisions and investments in the airport,” Feld said. “More globally, the master plan update will provide a road map for future development of the airport so that it meets both the needs of the community as well as brings in new businesses and enhances the community’s economic development opportunities. Phoenix Goodyear Airport provides a vital business and aviation role in the Southwest Valley.”
A consultant team made up of experts from Armstrong Consultants Inc. — a firm that has completed more than 1,200 airport improvement projects at more than 130 airports within the region — Kimley-Horn and Associates, Genesis Consulting Group, Woolpert and Class V Communications worked to create the best, most cost-efficient master plan for Phoenix Goodyear Airport, Charlie McDermott of Armstrong Consultants said, adding that they plan on incorporating the community and their opinions into the plan.
“A key part of the project is the comprehensive public involvement program. This program will consist of stakeholder, advisory committee and public meetings over the course of the study. Update materials and schedules will also be made available on the airport website allowing the communities to be kept informed about the status of the study,” McDermott said.
The consultant team will examine what kind of projects will position Goodyear for more growth and after that, it will look at capital projects, Feld said.
“The first component of the update is understanding current market and aviation demand trends and comparing that with existing facilities,” Feld said. “The update will look at specific capital projects that should be considered in the planning horizon; these may include new or upgraded taxiway, terminal facility expansion, land acquisition to support and ensure airport compatibility, drainage improvements, improved
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The Avondale Public Library will forgive fines for items identified as long overdue and lost that are returned in good condition from Sept. 17 to 30.
The offer does not apply to items currently on loan or items that have been overdue for less than 60 days.
The library said 20,641 items valued at $379,510 have been checked out and not returned.
Library fines of more than $10 block cardholders from using the library.
Items may be returned to either library location — the Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive or the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library at 495 E. Western Ave.
For more information, call 623-333-2665.
Avondale’s 2015 water quality report and calendar is available for residents and businesses to pick up at city facilities. The calendar covers July 2016 through June 2017 and features different facts and information about Avondale Public Works, along with information about Avondale
roadway access, navigational aid upgrades and a variety of economic development related initiatives such as new aircraft ramps, hangars and airport-user support facilities.”
Since the last master plan update, the airport has leveraged more than $18 million in state and federal grants to support a variety of capital projects including an aircraft ramp, taxiway, a runway reconstruction or pavement overlays, building maintenance, airfield lighting system upgrades, drainage and environmental projects, and the recent safety area project, which included shifting the runway 300 feet to the south, Goodyear Airport Manager Joe Husband said.
“The Phoenix Goodyear Airport has a long history of serving the aviation community and the West Valley. The master plan update provides the strategy for continuing this impressive and rich legacy,” Husband said.
A year ago, Phoenix Goodyear Airport broke ground on its $9.7 million expansion for Lux Air, a fixed-base operator that provides fuel and support services for government, military and emergency medical operations, Husband said.
The 65,000 square feet of three corporate hangars and two large office spaces is expected to open later this year, he said.
Michael Lewis Co. completed its 300,000-square-foot construction of U.S. Western warehouse and distribution
council meeting dates, sustainability tips, sanitation schedules and more.
For information, visit www.avondale.org/publicworks.
Contractor crews working for the city of Avondale began sealing street cracks on more than 27 miles of roadway throughout the city Sept. 12. The work is expected to take three to four weeks. Crews will be working mostly on residential roads and work hours are limited to 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.
In preparation, the city advises residents to not park on their streets on their scheduled days and that cones and other yielding factors are meant to deter drivers away from the hot tar-like substance.
The city also asks residents to avoid activities where water will run into the street on their scheduled days, and that inclement weather will postpone the project.
The Avondale Police Department is requesting donations for the annual Shop with a Cop event. The annual shopping spree is scheduled for Dec. 10.
The Avondale Police Department is able to provide the Shop with a Cop opportunity to 25 to 30 local youths each year, thanks to contributions from area residents and businesses. Since its inception, the program has helped more than 250 children.
A select number of area children and their
center Aug. 4 in Goodyear Gateway industrial park, officials said.
The company distributes food and catering supplies ranging from first-class gourmet meals and alcoholic beverages to hand towels and soap to major airlines such as American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and British Airways and in-flight caterers.
“Our new distribution center is designed to meet our unique business model and foster energy efficiency as well as cost savings,” said Frank Kunz Jr., MLCo’s Phoenix operations manager. “Consolidating our previous facilities will improve inventory management.”
The solar panel covered building includes a two-story office space, a “Kalman” floor (a specialized reinforced shrinkage compensation floor), all LED lighting, a fitness center, a sample test kitchen and dining room to offer customers the opportunity to present new in-flight catering ideas and a 100,000-square-foot freezer.
“The future of the airport corridor is bright,” Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord said. “This development will further establish the airport’s corporate image, enhancing our recruitment of high-quality businesses that need local access to an airport. The potential for growth surrounding the airport is tremendous, and we are dedicated to working with developers and businesses to make this employment corridor more successful.”
Kourtney Balsan can be reached at Kbalsan@westvalleyview.com.
police officer partners will meet at Avondale City Hall for breakfast with Santa, followed by craft making and finally a trip to a nearby store, where each child 4 years and older receives $100 to spend on gifts.
Participating children are pre-selected based on the criteria that they have been victims of crime where local law enforcement have been called in.
For information, call 623-333-7219 or email murtuzuastegui@avondale.org.
St. Henry Catholic Church in Buckeye is holding its first ever “4x4 And More Parish Raffle.”
The grand prize is a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab 4x4 SLE truck plus $15,000 cash. Second prize is $3,000 and third prize is $1,000.
A maximum of 1,500 tickets will be sold. All proceeds will go to the St. Henry Catholic Church Building Fund. Tickets cost $100 each, or $250 for three.
For information, including the official rules and regulations, frequently asked questions and to purchase tickets online, visit 4x4andmoreraffle.com.
The drawing date is Oct. 1 during the annual chili-cook-off at St. Henry Catholic Church, 24750 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.
The Maricopa County Library District won six National Association of Counties achievement awards, including an award
for the White Tank Branch Library’s Sonoran Summer Series program.
The Summer Sonoran Series explores natural and cultural history and the environment through games, crafts, hands-on activities and discussion through a partnership with county parks, while encouraging summer reading.
The White Tank Branch Library partners with White Tank Mountain Regional Park each summer to present the Sonoran series in which attendees learn about the desert and also earn points and digital badges in the summer reading program. Each workshop in the series examines a unique facet of the Sonoran Desert, such as plants and animals, archaeology or petroglyphs.
The National Society of Professional Engineers created the first annual Professional Engineer Day on Aug. 3, 2016, to honor Professional Engineers around the world.
To commemorate the day, Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise proclaimed Aug. 3 as Professional Engineer Day in Avondale as a means to thank professional engineers for their hard work and commitment in Avondale.
Professional Engineer Day will be celebrated annually on the first Wednesday of August and will provide an opportunity to educate the public on the role of a licensed professional engineer and for companies to recognize members of their staff who are licensed. For more information about the National Society of Professional Engineers, visit nspe.org.
Westview football knocks off Horizon; Tolleson volleyball wins in 3 sets; A.F. runners building family
by Casey Pritchard
sports editor
Tonopah Valley was businesslike in its home win against Phoenix Bourgade Catholic Sept. 9. The Phoenix scored three first-half touchdowns, forced a pair of turnovers and held their opponent to just 102 yards of total offense in a 19-0 shutout victory.
“We knew they were going to come out and be smash mouth, a here-we-come, let’s-go type of team, so we just prepared our guys for it,” Tonopah coach Dustin Johnson said. “We said, ‘They are what they are, there’s no specialty to it, they’re going to try to hit you in the mouth,’ and our guys hit back.”
As good as the Tonopah defense was, it’s ground attack on offense was even better. The Phoenix amassed 339 total yards, with 324 of those coming on the ground. Tailback Angelo Anderson rushed 19 times for 204 yards and two touchdowns.
“Our playmakers made plays whenever plays needed to be made, there’s no doubt about that,” Johnson said. “I think Angelo had 50 missed tackles, he was breaking tackles all over the place. He had a great game.”
Anderson is just a sophomore.
“He’s pretty dang good,” Johnson said. “He’s just hard nosed, he grinds. He’s going to grind for every yard he gets, and every now and then, he’s going to break one off.”
(See Rises on Page 17)
Penalty to end regulation helps Estrella to 19-13 win over Apache Junction
by Casey Pritchard sports editor
Fourth quarters have been Estrella Foothills’ demise this season. Apparently, the Wolves like overtime better.
Estrella came up with a fourth down defensive stop to open overtime, then scored in one play on its possession to beat Apache Junction 19-13 Sept. 9. It was the Wolves’ first win.
“We needed it, and it feels great,” Estrella coach Lamar Early said. “It does, it feels great. The adversity we’ve been going through with injuries and numbers, whatever reason, these guys stuck to it and there’s no quit in them. They’re going to bring it.”
Estrella was close in the fourth quarter in each of its first two games before succumbing to double-digit defeats, then lost by three points in its third game. This
by Casey Pritchard sports editor
Tonopah Valley was one set away from the promised land last year, a state title. If the Lady Phoenix want to get back there this season, it’s going to take an even stronger effort.
Four seniors graduated from last year’s state runners-up team, and the competition will be tougher this season after the Arizona Interscholastic Association’s division realignment.
“We didn’t move, but everybody came back to us, so it’s a little tougher schedule,” Tonopah Valley coach Ed Andersson said.
The Lady Phoenix went 24-5 last year, losing to Pinon in three sets in the Division V state championship game. Instead of Division V, which was the lowest division last year, Tonopah will play in 2A. It’s still the fifth division from the top, but teams such as Parker, which was the No. 1 seed in Division III last year, will be competing with Tonopah in 2A. That makes it a much tougher route to the championship.
“Our goal right now is to win every game we play and be section champions to get an automatic bid back into state,” Andersson said. “We have to get past Parker and Trivium [Prep] in our section this year.”
Wellton Antelope, Kingman Academy and Bullhead City Mohave Accelerated are the other three teams in the West Region. Region play starts Sept. 22 when Tonopah travels to Trivium Prep.
The Lady Phoenix started the season with four wins in their first five matches. The first week featured three contests, and was a little up and down, Andersson said.
“In the loss to Glendale Prep, we had no energy on the court at all,” Andersson said. “We turned it around and played ALA [ Phoenix Arizona Lutheran Academy] the next night, went five games and pulled out the win. For some reason, it’s hit or miss with this group so far.”
Andersson said the loss to Glendale Prep wasn’t because the Lady Griffins were much better than Tonopah, but because Tonopah didn’t play very well.
“Everybody was off,” Andersson said. “It was one of those stat days you don’t even want to look at.”
Tonopah has a relatively new lineup after graduating four seniors, which has made the team dynamic slow in building, Andersson said.
“The underclassmen are a little quiet,” Andersson said. “They don’t want to speak up because I have five seniors this year.”
Four of the seniors are captains: Christina Renteria, Naomi Dalley, Edith Alvarez and Caitlynn Williams.
“They’re decent leaders if they speak up, it’s just the energy level this year compared to last year is lacking a little bit,” Andersson said. “So, we’re working on that.”
The fifth senior is Savannah Davis, who moved up from JV. She plays libero. The other libero is junior Destiny Hernandez.
“They trade off and on depending on which one is hot that game,” Andersson said.
The thunder
Tonopah’s power comes from Renteria and returning sophomore Taytum Brito. Renteria had 19 kills in the
victory against Arizona Lutheran.
“She can probably out jump anybody,” Andersson said. “She’s our powerhouse hitter right now, leading the team in kills.”
Brito, who is an outside hitter, was third on the team in kills as a freshman last year. This season has not started out as well.
“She was hot during the summer, then cooled down a bit once the season started,” Andersson said. “So, we’re trying to get her back on track.”
Dalley and Alvarez are both setters. Against Arizona Lutheran, Dalley had 57 sets and 15 assists with only two errors, Andersson said.
“She’s our main setter, and Edith backs her up pretty well,” Andersson said.
Andersson likes to run both a 6-2 offense and a 5-1, but his decision is generally determined by the flow of the game and how his hitters are doing, he said.
“I would prefer a 6-2 so I have three strong hitters up front, but if one of our hitters is off, I can get away with going to a 5-1,” Andersson said.
Williams is a middle hitter. She’s coming off an ankle injury over the summer and is still getting back to 100 percent, Andersson said.
“She is doing well, she is getting our blocks for us,” Andersson said. “The hitting is coming kind of slow because she’s not moving as well as she did last year, but once that ankle heals up, she’ll get back on par, too.”
The Lady Phoenix hosted Phoenix Christian Tuesday. The result was unavailable at press time. Tonopah has its first tournament this weekend, playing in the Wolves Classic at Estrella Foothills Friday and Saturday. Next week, region play begins.
Casey Pritchard can be reached at caseypritchard@westvalleyview.com.
by Rafael Alvarez
special to the View
Westview coach Nick Gehrts said a key component of its offense is its running game, and it was on full display against Scottsdale Horizon to the tune of 479 total rushing yards in a 38-20 win over the Huskies Sept. 9.
The two-headed monster of Westview running backs Tyler Vasko and Efrain Arechiga accounted for a majority of those yards. Vasko finished the night with 28 carries for 265 yards and two touchdowns, while Arechiga had nine carries for 138 yards and one touchdown.
“For us to be successful, we have to run the ball,” Gehrts said. “We wanted to run the ball and bring them up, and then take shots when we could, and I thought we did a great job of that tonight.”
All in all, Westview (2-1) had 589 total yards of offense compared to Horizon’s (3-1) 384.
The Knights’ first scoring drive started on their own 39-yard line and was capped off with a 33-yard touchdown pass from Westview quarterback Ryan Martinez to receiver Daryl Stagger for the 7-0 lead with 3:35 left in the opening quarter.
Horizon soon answered back. Following a turnover on downs by Westview, the Huskies took over on their own 17-yard line and tied the game with a five-yard touchdown run from Nicholas Brady with 10:30 left in the second quarter.
Westview regained the lead shortly after and never looked back. Martinez completed a 61-yard touchdown pass to Arechiga with 4:02 remaining in the first half, making it 14-7. Martinez finished the night completing four of nine passes for 110 yards and two touchdowns.
Martinez and Vasko said the team’s game plan played a huge part in their being able to convert plays against the Huskies’ defense.
“We knew their defensive line had a motor, so we just had to be able to play with them all game,” Martinez said.
“We just came in with good intensity all week at practice,” Vasko said. “The coaches had us well prepared to go into this game.”
The Knights added another score on a one-play drive, courtesy of a 73-yard touchdown run from Vasko, which gave Westview a 21-7 lead with 2:44 left in the half. Vasko gave all the credit to his offensive line.
“It’s the best offensive line in the state,” Vasko said. “They do their job, they work hard and we work hard for them.”
The Huskies scored one more time before the half ended, this time on a one-yard touchdown run from Aaron Duron, which made the score 21-14 at halftime.
Strong defensive effort
Westview’s defense limited a high-scoring Horizon team to six points in the second half. Coming into the game, the Huskies had scored 44 points or more in their previous three games, all of which resulted in victories. As for the Knights, their defense had allowed 35 points or more in their two previous games. This game proved to be a different story.
“Our defensive coaches had a great gameplan, so coming into that, they prepared them,” Gehrts said. “Our kids learned from their mistakes from their last game against Brophy and fixed those mistakes, so you know
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picks up 1st
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Tolleson volleyball came from behind in the first two sets, then dominated the third to sweep visiting Yuma Cibola 25-22, 25-20 and 25-14 Sept. 8 at Tolleson Union High School.
“We don’t have a tall team, we don’t have a deep bench, but if they play well, we can play with everybody,” Jordan said. “Not saying we’re going to win all the matches, but we can play tough and competitive with anybody that we face.”
Jordan isn’t kidding when it comes to a light bench. The Lady Wolverines varsity roster totals eight players.
Down 22-19, Tolleson scored six points in a row to steal the first set from Cibola. The Lady Wolverines trailed the entire second set until grabbing an 18-17 lead and taking that set, going up 2-0. The Lady Wolverines again fell behind in the third set, 4-1, but quickly turned things over in their favor and dominated the rest of the way.
“I was thoroughly impressed with them,” Tolleson coach Freddie Jordan said. “They played with heart, they played with desire and they did not quit.”
Outside hitter Chantelle Freitas led the team with 14 kills. Teja Turner added six kills, while Senniah Mason and Alyssa Huston had four each.
Tolleson’s service game was too hot to handle much of the night. The Lady Wolverines recorded nine aces: Paola Ortiz and Diana Cabrera each had three, Turner had two and Cristina Nunez added one.
The Lady Wolverines avenged a loss from the previous time the teams met, a game in which Jordan said Cibola “beat us off the court.”
Jordan said the biggest difference between this year’s and last year’s team is confidence level.
“They did not quit, they did not give up, and that’s one thing I’ve been seeing about these young ladies,” Jordan said. “They have a lot of confidence. They’re trusting each other, and they know they can play with anybody. They have that mindset.”
Jordan said the team will continue to have success as long as it keeps a confident mindset moving forward.
“It’s working out for us so far, absolutely,” Jordan said. “I call it ironman volleyball. They don’t have to worry about playing time.”
Early season
Tolleson has started the season trading off wins and losses. The Lady Wolverines opened the year losing 3-1 to Mesa Skyline, beat Phoenix Maryvale 3-1, lost to Chandler 3-0 and beat Cibola 3-0.
“I think the season has been going well for us,” Jordan said. “We’re still growing, [and] once again, we have a young team. We only have eight players, but they’ve gotten to the point where they’re learning to play as a team. They’re learning to trust one another, and that’s the biggest thing. Starting now, it’s a little rough and shaky, but going forward, I think we’re going to do much, much better.”
The nuances of the game will continue to come for the Lady Wolverines, but the main focus is continuing to hone in on the group’s collective confidence, Jordan said.
“[We have to] continue to build on the confidence, and continue to believe they can play with anybody,” Jordan said. “That’s the biggest thing I’m trying to get them to understand.”
Tolleson faced Surprise Shadow Ridge on the road Tuesday. The result was unavailable at press time. The Lady Wolverines take the court against Surprise Willow Canyon Thursday, and host West Valley rival Agua Fria Sept. 20.
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
Tolleson picks up 1st straight-set
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Tolleson volleyball came from behind in the first two sets, then dominated the third to sweep visiting Yuma Cibola 25-22, 25-20 and 25-14 Sept. 8 at Tolleson Union High School.
“We don’t have a tall team, we don’t have a deep bench, but if they play well, we can play with everybody,” Jordan said. “Not saying we’re going to win all the matches, but we can play tough and competitive with anybody that we face.”
Jordan isn’t kidding when it comes to a light bench. The Lady Wolverines varsity roster totals eight players.
Down 22-19, Tolleson scored six points in a row to steal the first set from Cibola. The Lady Wolverines trailed the entire second set until grabbing an 18-17 lead and taking that set, going up 2-0. The Lady Wolverines again fell behind in the third set, 4-1, but quickly turned things over in their favor and dominated the rest of the way.
“I was thoroughly impressed with them,” Tolleson coach Freddie Jordan said. “They played with heart, they played with desire and they did not quit.”
Outside hitter Chantelle Freitas led the team with 14 kills. Teja Turner added six kills, while Senniah Mason and Alyssa Huston had four each.
Tolleson’s service game was too hot to handle much of the night. The Lady Wolverines recorded nine aces: Paola Ortiz and Diana Cabrera each had three, Turner had two and Cristina Nunez added one.
The Lady Wolverines avenged a loss from the previous time the teams met, a game in which Jordan said Cibola “beat us off the court.”
Jordan said the biggest difference between this year’s and last year’s team is confidence level.
“They did not quit, they did not give up, and that’s one thing I’ve been seeing about these young ladies,” Jordan said. “They have a lot of confidence. They’re trusting each other, and they know they can play with anybody. They have that mindset.”
Jordan said the team will continue to have success as long as it keeps a confident mindset moving forward.
“It’s working out for us so far, absolutely,” Jordan said. “I call it ironman volleyball. They don’t have to worry about playing time.”
Early season
Tolleson has started the season trading off wins and losses. The Lady Wolverines opened the year losing 3-1 to Mesa Skyline, beat Phoenix Maryvale 3-1, lost to Chandler 3-0 and beat Cibola 3-0.
“I think the season has been going well for us,” Jordan said. “We’re still growing, [and] once again, we have a young team. We only have eight players, but they’ve gotten to the point where they’re learning to play as a team. They’re learning to trust one another, and that’s the biggest thing. Starting now, it’s a little rough and shaky, but going forward, I think we’re going to do much, much better.”
The nuances of the game will continue to come for the Lady Wolverines, but the main focus is continuing to hone in on the group’s collective confidence, Jordan said.
“[We have to] continue to build on the confidence, and continue to believe they can play with anybody,” Jordan said. “That’s the biggest thing I’m trying to get them to understand.”
Tolleson faced Surprise Shadow Ridge on the road Tuesday. The result was unavailable at press time. The Lady Wolverines take the court against Surprise Willow Canyon Thursday, and host West Valley rival Agua Fria Sept. 20.
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
Tolleson picks up 1st straight-set win of season
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Tolleson volleyball came from behind in the first two sets, then dominated the third to sweep visiting Yuma Cibola 25-22, 25-20 and 25-14 Sept. 8 at Tolleson Union High School.
“We don’t have a tall team, we don’t have a deep bench, but if they play well, we can play with everybody,” Jordan said. “Not saying we’re going to win all the matches, but we can play tough and competitive with anybody that we face.”
Jordan isn’t kidding when it comes to a light bench. The Lady Wolverines varsity roster totals eight players.
Down 22-19, Tolleson scored six points in a row to steal the first set from Cibola. The Lady Wolverines trailed the entire second set until grabbing an 18-17 lead and taking that set, going up 2-0. The Lady Wolverines again fell behind in the third set, 4-1, but quickly turned things over in their favor and dominated the rest of the way.
“I was thoroughly impressed with them,” Tolleson coach Freddie Jordan said. “They played with heart, they played with desire and they did not quit.”
Outside hitter Chantelle Freitas led the team with 14 kills. Teja Turner added six kills, while Senniah Mason and Alyssa Huston had four each.
Tolleson’s service game was too hot to handle much of the night. The Lady Wolverines recorded nine aces: Paola Ortiz and Diana Cabrera each had three, Turner had two and Cristina Nunez added one.
The Lady Wolverines avenged a loss from the previous time the teams met, a game in which Jordan said Cibola “beat us off the court.”
Jordan said the biggest difference between this year’s and last year’s team is confidence level.
“They did not quit, they did not give up, and that’s one thing I’ve been seeing about these young ladies,” Jordan said. “They have a lot of confidence. They’re trusting each other, and they know they can play with anybody. They have that mindset.”
Jordan said the team will continue to have success as long as it keeps a confident mindset moving forward.
“It’s working out for us so far, absolutely,” Jordan said. “I call it ironman volleyball. They don’t have to worry about playing time.”
Tolleson has started the season trading off wins and losses. The Lady Wolverines opened the year losing 3-1 to Mesa Skyline, beat Phoenix Maryvale 3-1, lost to Chandler 3-0 and beat Cibola 3-0.
“I think the season has been going well for us,” Jordan said. “We’re still growing, [and] once again, we have a young team. We only have eight players, but they’ve gotten to the point where they’re learning to play as a team. They’re learning to trust one another, and that’s the biggest thing. Starting now, it’s a little rough and shaky, but going forward, I think we’re going to do much, much better.”
The nuances of the game will continue to come for the Lady Wolverines, but the main focus is continuing to hone in on the group’s collective confidence, Jordan said.
“[We have to] continue to build on the confidence, and continue to believe they can play with anybody,” Jordan said.
“That’s the biggest thing I’m trying to get them to understand.”
Tolleson faced Surprise Shadow Ridge on the road Tuesday. The result was unavailable at press time. The Lady Wolverines take the court against Surprise Willow Canyon Thursday, and host West Valley rival Agua Fria Sept. 20.
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
up
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Tolleson volleyball came from behind in the first two sets, then dominated the third to sweep visiting Yuma Cibola 25-22, 25-20 and 25-14 Sept. 8 at Tolleson Union High School.
“We don’t have a tall team, we don’t have a deep bench, but if they play well, we can play with everybody,” Jordan said. “Not saying we’re going to win all the matches, but we can play tough and competitive with anybody that we face.”
Jordan isn’t kidding when it comes to a light bench. The Lady Wolverines varsity roster totals eight players.
Down 22-19, Tolleson scored six points in a row to steal the first set from Cibola. The Lady Wolverines trailed the entire second set until grabbing an 18-17 lead and taking that set, going up 2-0. The Lady Wolverines again fell behind in the third set, 4-1, but quickly turned things over in their favor and dominated the rest of the way.
“I was thoroughly impressed with them,” Tolleson coach Freddie Jordan said. “They played with heart, they played with desire and they did not quit.”
Outside hitter Chantelle Freitas led the team with 14 kills. Teja Turner added six kills, while Senniah Mason and Alyssa Huston had four each.
Tolleson’s service game was too hot to handle much of the night. The Lady Wolverines recorded nine aces: Paola Ortiz and Diana Cabrera each had three, Turner had two and Cristina Nunez added one.
The Lady Wolverines avenged a loss from the previous time the teams met, a game in which Jordan said Cibola “beat us off the court.”
Jordan said the biggest difference between this year’s and last year’s team is confidence level.
“They did not quit, they did not give up, and that’s one thing I’ve been seeing about these young ladies,” Jordan said. “They have a lot of confidence. They’re trusting each other, and they know they can play with anybody. They have that mindset.”
Jordan said the team will continue to have success as long as it keeps a confident mindset moving forward.
“It’s working out for us so far, absolutely,” Jordan said. “I call it ironman volleyball. They don’t have to worry about playing time.”
Early season
Tolleson has started the season trading off wins and losses. The Lady Wolverines opened the year losing 3-1 to Mesa Skyline, beat Phoenix Maryvale 3-1, lost to Chandler 3-0 and beat Cibola 3-0.
“I think the season has been going well for us,” Jordan said. “We’re still growing, [and] once again, we have a young team. We only have eight players, but they’ve gotten to the point where they’re learning to play as a team. They’re learning to trust one another, and that’s the biggest thing. Starting now, it’s a little rough and shaky, but going forward, I think we’re going to do much, much better.”
The nuances of the game will continue to come for the Lady Wolverines, but the main focus is continuing to hone in on the group’s collective confidence, Jordan said.
“[We have to] continue to build on the confidence, and continue to believe they can play with anybody,” Jordan said. “That’s the biggest thing I’m trying to get them to understand.”
Tolleson faced Surprise Shadow Ridge on the road Tuesday. The result was unavailable at press time. The Lady Wolverines take the court against Surprise Willow Canyon Thursday, and host West Valley rival Agua Fria Sept. 20.
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
JANELLE RODRIGUEZ-LOYA of Agua Fria competes in a cross country meet last October. Rodriguez-Loya was the Lady Owls’ No. 5 runner last year, but is now their No. 1.
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Agua Fria cross country is riding a youth movement to take on the 2016 season.
The Owls boast a larger team than last season thanks to an impressive turnout from the freshman and sophomore classes, Agua Fria coach Jake Scaduto said.
It’s more than just numbers, too.
“I’ve been ecstatic to say the least in terms of buy-in with kids wanting to show up every day,” Scaduto said. “[They’re] putting in the work necessary to get us to the level I know we can reach.”
The Owls’ distance runners are short on experience, but are hungry to compete, Scaduto said. The boys varsity squad has three freshmen and two sophomores in its ranks. Of the girls team, two are freshmen and one is a sophomore. Overall, the team has 15 more runners total than last season.
Cross country is a delicate mix of team and individual performances. Learning to race as a group to benefit everyone is usually a tactic reserved for the most experienced sides, but the Owls are heading in the right direction, Scaduto said.
“Every kid on the team interacts with each other,” Scaduto said. “I think they look forward to practice a lot. You have to be kind of crazy to want to go to practice every day and just run, and we have 5:30 a.m. practices. [We have] 95 percent of the team showing up for a 5:30 a.m. practice before school. I think that’s kind of a testament to who these kids are. They work for each other and just want to get better.
“The big thing we talked about is that family concept idea that was in place last
year. This year, you can really see that starting to come together.”
The Owls have a handful of returning runners who are leading the way in leadership roles. Juan Cervantes, Luis Zia and Ruben Cruz Valdez all return for the boys’ team, and serve as the team’s Nos. 1 through 3 competitors. Janelle RodriguezLoya returns for the girls’ team.
“She ran as our fourth or fifth last year, and we graduated four seniors,” Scaduto said. “She’s our No. 1 runner.”
The Owls have a few athletes who use cross country as an extended conditioning season for their primary sport, but for the most part, the team has dialed in on a competitive mindset, Scaduto said.
“There are a few where cross country is their main sport, which I don’t think has always been the case,” Scaduto said. “There’s a good mix, but at practice every day, and the way the kids prepare themselves, it feels like they’re here for cross country and that it’s their main sport.”
Agua Fria competed in the Fountain Hills Invitational Sept. 10 with 27 other schools from across the state. The boys finished 22nd out of 27, while the girls finished 17th out of 18, finishing ahead of Maricopa. Cervantes finished with a team best time of 18 minutes, 46.66 seconds for the boys. Rodriguez-Loya ran a 24:12.63 to lead the way for the girls.
Agua Fria will compete with Tolleson and Phoenix Sunnyslope today at Sunnyslope High School, a rematch of the schools’ meet Sept. 7 at Friendship Park in Avondale.
Scaduto said the season has been very enjoyable in the early going, and hopes that will continue over the upcoming weeks.
“They have a lot of fun,” Scaduto said. “There are a couple of siblings on the team. We’re really seeing that family dynamic come together, literally, as well. It’s a lot of fun.”
RODRIGUEZ-LOYA of Agua Fria competes in a cross country meet last October. Rodriguez-Loya was the Lady Owls’ No. 5 runner last year, but is now their No.
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Agua Fria cross country is riding a youth movement to take on the 2016 season.
The Owls boast a larger team than last season thanks to an impressive turnout from the freshman and sophomore classes, Agua Fria coach Jake Scaduto said.
It’s more than just numbers, too.
“I’ve been ecstatic to say the least in terms of buy-in with kids wanting to show up every day,” Scaduto said. “[They’re] putting in the work necessary to get us to the level I know we can reach.”
The Owls’ distance runners are short on experience, but are hungry to compete, Scaduto said. The boys varsity squad has three freshmen and two sophomores in its ranks. Of the girls team, two are freshmen and one is a sophomore. Overall, the team has 15 more runners total than last season.
Cross country is a delicate mix of team and individual performances. Learning to race as a group to benefit everyone is usually a tactic reserved for the most experienced sides, but the Owls are heading in the right direction, Scaduto said.
“Every kid on the team interacts with each other,” Scaduto said. “I think they look forward to practice a lot. You have to be kind of crazy to want to go to practice every day and just run, and we have 5:30 a.m. practices. [We have] 95 percent of the team showing up for a 5:30 a.m. practice before school. I think that’s kind of a testament to who these kids are. They work for each other and just want to get better.
“The big thing we talked about is that family concept idea that was in place last
year. This year, you can really see that starting to come together.”
The Owls have a handful of returning runners who are leading the way in leadership roles. Juan Cervantes, Luis Zia and Ruben Cruz Valdez all return for the boys’ team, and serve as the team’s Nos. 1 through 3 competitors. Janelle RodriguezLoya returns for the girls’ team.
“She ran as our fourth or fifth last year, and we graduated four seniors,” Scaduto said. “She’s our No. 1 runner.”
The Owls have a few athletes who use cross country as an extended conditioning season for their primary sport, but for the most part, the team has dialed in on a competitive mindset, Scaduto said.
“There are a few where cross country is their main sport, which I don’t think has always been the case,” Scaduto said.
“There’s a good mix, but at practice every day, and the way the kids prepare themselves, it feels like they’re here for cross country and that it’s their main sport.”
Agua Fria competed in the Fountain Hills Invitational Sept. 10 with 27 other schools from across the state. The boys finished 22nd out of 27, while the girls finished 17th out of 18, finishing ahead of Maricopa. Cervantes finished with a team best time of 18 minutes, 46.66 seconds for the boys. Rodriguez-Loya ran a 24:12.63 to lead the way for the girls.
Agua Fria will compete with Tolleson and Phoenix Sunnyslope today at Sunnyslope High School, a rematch of the schools’ meet Sept. 7 at Friendship Park in Avondale.
Scaduto said the season has been very enjoyable in the early going, and hopes that will continue over the upcoming weeks.
“They have a lot of fun,” Scaduto said. “There are a couple of siblings on the team. We’re really seeing that family dynamic come together, literally, as well. It’s a lot of fun.”
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Agua Fria cross country is riding a youth movement to take on the 2016 season.
The Owls boast a larger team than last season thanks to an impressive turnout from the freshman and sophomore classes, Agua Fria coach Jake Scaduto said.
It’s more than just numbers, too.
“I’ve been ecstatic to say the least in terms of buy-in with kids wanting to show up every day,” Scaduto said. “[They’re] putting in the work necessary to get us to the level I know we can reach.”
The Owls’ distance runners are short on experience, but are hungry to compete, Scaduto said. The boys varsity squad has three freshmen and two sophomores in its ranks. Of the girls team, two are freshmen and one is a sophomore. Overall, the team has 15 more runners total than last season.
Cross country is a delicate mix of team and individual performances. Learning to race as a group to benefit everyone is usually a tactic reserved for the most experienced sides, but the Owls are heading in the right direction, Scaduto said.
“Every kid on the team interacts with each other,” Scaduto said. “I think they look forward to practice a lot. You have to be kind of crazy to want to go to practice every day and just run, and we have 5:30 a.m. practices. [We have] 95 percent of the team showing up for a 5:30 a.m. practice before school. I think that’s kind of a testament to who these kids are. They work for each other and just want to get better.
“The big thing we talked about is that family concept idea that was in place last
year. This year, you can really see that starting to come together.”
The Owls have a handful of returning runners who are leading the way in leadership roles. Juan Cervantes, Luis Zia and Ruben Cruz Valdez all return for the boys’ team, and serve as the team’s Nos. 1 through 3 competitors. Janelle RodriguezLoya returns for the girls’ team.
“She ran as our fourth or fifth last year, and we graduated four seniors,” Scaduto said. “She’s our No. 1 runner.”
The Owls have a few athletes who use cross country as an extended conditioning season for their primary sport, but for the most part, the team has dialed in on a competitive mindset, Scaduto said.
“There are a few where cross country is their main sport, which I don’t think has always been the case,” Scaduto said.
“There’s a good mix, but at practice every day, and the way the kids prepare themselves, it feels like they’re here for cross country and that it’s their main sport.”
Agua Fria competed in the Fountain Hills Invitational Sept. 10 with 27 other schools from across the state. The boys finished 22nd out of 27, while the girls finished 17th out of 18, finishing ahead of Maricopa. Cervantes finished with a team best time of 18 minutes, 46.66 seconds for the boys. Rodriguez-Loya ran a 24:12.63 to lead the way for the girls.
Agua Fria will compete with Tolleson and Phoenix Sunnyslope today at Sunnyslope High School, a rematch of the schools’ meet Sept. 7 at Friendship Park in Avondale.
Scaduto said the season has been very enjoyable in the early going, and hopes that will continue over the upcoming weeks.
“They have a lot of fun,” Scaduto said. “There are a couple of siblings on the team. We’re really seeing that family dynamic come together, literally, as well. It’s a lot of fun.”
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Agua Fria cross country is riding a youth movement to take on the 2016 season.
The Owls boast a larger team than last season thanks to an impressive turnout from the freshman and sophomore classes, Agua Fria coach Jake Scaduto said.
It’s more than just numbers, too.
“I’ve been ecstatic to say the least in terms of buy-in with kids wanting to show up every day,” Scaduto said. “[They’re] putting in the work necessary to get us to the level I know we can reach.”
The Owls’ distance runners are short on experience, but are hungry to compete, Scaduto said. The boys varsity squad has three freshmen and two sophomores in its ranks. Of the girls team, two are freshmen and one is a sophomore. Overall, the team has 15 more runners total than last season.
Cross country is a delicate mix of team and individual performances. Learning to race as a group to benefit everyone is usually a tactic reserved for the most experienced sides, but the Owls are heading in the right direction, Scaduto said.
“Every kid on the team interacts with each other,” Scaduto said. “I think they look forward to practice a lot. You have to be kind of crazy to want to go to practice every day and just run, and we have 5:30 a.m. practices. [We have] 95 percent of the team showing up for a 5:30 a.m. practice before school. I think that’s kind of a testament to who these kids are. They work for each other and just want to get better.
“The big thing we talked about is that family concept idea that was in place last
year. This year, you can really see that starting to come together.”
The Owls have a handful of returning runners who are leading the way in leadership roles. Juan Cervantes, Luis Zia and Ruben Cruz Valdez all return for the boys’ team, and serve as the team’s Nos. 1 through 3 competitors. Janelle RodriguezLoya returns for the girls’ team.
“She ran as our fourth or fifth last year, and we graduated four seniors,” Scaduto said. “She’s our No. 1 runner.”
The Owls have a few athletes who use cross country as an extended conditioning season for their primary sport, but for the most part, the team has dialed in on a competitive mindset, Scaduto said.
“There are a few where cross country is their main sport, which I don’t think has always been the case,” Scaduto said. “There’s a good mix, but at practice every day, and the way the kids prepare themselves, it feels like they’re here for cross country and that it’s their main sport.”
Agua Fria competed in the Fountain Hills Invitational Sept. 10 with 27 other schools from across the state. The boys finished 22nd out of 27, while the girls finished 17th out of 18, finishing ahead of Maricopa. Cervantes finished with a team best time of 18 minutes, 46.66 seconds for the boys. Rodriguez-Loya ran a 24:12.63 to lead the way for the girls.
Agua Fria will compete with Tolleson and Phoenix Sunnyslope today at Sunnyslope High School, a rematch of the schools’ meet Sept. 7 at Friendship Park in Avondale.
Scaduto said the season has been very enjoyable in the early going, and hopes that will continue over the upcoming weeks.
“They have a lot of fun,” Scaduto said. “There are a couple of siblings on the team. We’re really seeing that family dynamic come together, literally, as well. It’s a lot of fun.”
Verrado offense stagnant in 45-15 loss to Williams Field
by Shane McOwen sports writer
In its previous game, Verrado was able to overcome a slow start to down Millennium 41-20.
The Vipers had no such luck this time around.
Gilbert Williams Field (4-0) jumped to a 21-0 lead midway through the first quarter and eventually defeated Verrado 45-15 Sept. 9 at Williams Field High School. It was a nightmare start for Verrado
(3-1). Williams Field went 83 yards on the game’s opening drive for a touchdown, forced Verrado into a three-and-out, then drove down the field again for another score to lead 14-0 halfway through the first quarter.
Two plays later, Ja’tai Jenkins was hit as he was taking a handoff and fumbled the ball, which was recovered by Williams Field. It took the Black Hawks one play to capitalize on the good fortune: a 14-yard touchdown run by Evan Price, giving Williams Field a 21-0 lead with 4:58 remaining in the first quarter.
Verrado’s defense settled in after the quick scoring, holding Williams Field to a
field goal, three punts and a missed field goal in the final five drives of the half.
Unfortunately for the Vipers, the offense wasn’t able to come out of its slumber.
Verrado only managed four first downs not given by penalty, and turned the ball over an additional two times on interceptions. Verrado had just eight rushing yards in the first half, and trailed 24-0 at the break.
“The defense started to figure stuff out there in the second quarter,” Verrado coach Derek Wahlstrom said. “We did a much better job of tackling. Offensively, we just couldn’t get anything going.”
The Vipers responded well after the extended homecoming halftime, and came out like gangbusters to open the third quarter. Verrado took 32 seconds to move the ball 80 yards, thanks to huge gains by receivers Marcus Rivera, for 38 yards, and Jonah Alicea, for 31 yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Maverick Gamez hit Alicea in stride over the middle for the score, cutting the lead to 24-7.
“We started the third quarter really well,” Wahlstrom said. “For the most part, it was just doing what we game-planned better. We just didn’t execute the stuff that we’ve practiced all year.”
Verrado nearly shot itself in the foot on Williams Field’s next drive. The Vipers were called for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty for barking signals on a field goal attempt. The next play, however, a crushing hit by Jakob Alicea, caused Williams Field running back Josh Alexander to fumble the ball and Verrado recovered.
The Vipers weren’t able to take advantage of the momentum swing, and both offenses stalled. The teams traded punts on four straight possessions, and the last punt proved costly for Verrado. Justis Stokes returned a Viper punt 46 yards to the four-yard line. Williams Field punched in a touchdown two plays later to extend the lead to 31-7.
The Vipers countered on the next possession, driving the ball 80 yards for a score. Gamez was brilliant on the drive, going 7 of 9 for 61 yards and a score and hitting four different receivers in the process. He connected with Ruben Lebron for an eight-yard touchdown strike, and then found Jenkins while being hit to
convert the two-point conversion. The 31-15 score with 6:02 remaining in the game would be the closest Verrado would get. Williams Field added two more touchdowns to put the game away at 45-15.
Verrado had two good drives on offense in the game, both leading to touchdowns. The rest of the night, the Vipers had a hard time getting any rhythm going.
“We just had to get a first, first down every drive,” Wahlstrom said. Once we did that, we were able to move the ball and create tempo, but we couldn’t get enough first downs early.”
The Vipers’ running game was virtually non-existent against Williams Field. Verrado finished with 31 rushing yards on 16 attempts, 21 of those yards coming from scrambles by Gamez. Jenkins rushed for nine yards on eight attempts, and Donte Richardson, Elijah Johnson and Jimmy Richardson combined for one yard on three carries.
Gamez finished 28 of 46 for 216 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions. Rivera caught eight passes for 105 yards. Alicia and Lebron had a touchdown catch apiece.
Williams Field outgained Verrado 355 to 247 in total yards, led by quarterback Zack Shepherd. He finished 11 of 22 for 194 yards and two touchdowns. Alexander rushed for 85 yards, and Max Fine caught 7 passes for 144 yards. Stokes scored three touchdowns, one on the ground and two through the air.
It was the second week in a row Verrado was held in check to open the game. Wahlstrom said the team just has to figure out a way to get going as soon as the opening whistle blows.
“There’s no thinking [about it], it’s doing,” Wahlstrom said. “The nice thing is we get to look at the film and figure out where we need to get better.
“We’ll get better because of [today].” Verrado will look to get back into the win column Friday at home against Peoria Liberty (1-2). Liberty is coming off a 34-32 loss to Peoria Sunrise Mountain.
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter
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Anderson broke quite a few, as he had six carries of 15 yards or more. On Tonopah’s first drive, he rushed for 38 and 15 yards, respectively, on back-toback plays. The latter got him into the end zone, putting the Phoenix on top 7-0 just 105 seconds into the game.
“The offensive line opened up both sides of the field,” Anderson said. “I was able to go through the right holes and left holes. Our game plan for the run was to hit the hole hard and keep going.”
Keep going is exactly what Anderson did on his first touchdown. Anderson was hit at the line of scrimmage and a Bourgade defender had a hold of his jersey, but Anderson spun out of it and went 15 yards to pay dirt.
“I knew he had me from my backside, so I just had to spin off it and break through it,” Anderson said. “I thought I was about to go down, but I was like, nope, I have to keep [going] for yards.”
Tonopah made it 13-0 on the first play of the second quarter when quarterback Chris Davis eluded a Bourgade Catholic blitz and scrambled 49 yards for a touchdown. Davis was nearly sacked on the play, but once he got out of the pocket, he used his feet to do the rest.
was picked off by Dalton Thompson, ending the threat.
“That was huge,” Johnson said. “That’s wind out of their sails that we needed. We were kind of faltering a little bit, had to make some changes on offense, and that one went our way. The ball fell our way when we needed it to.”
Bourgade had a chance to get on the scoreboard late in the first half when driving to the Tonopah 38-yard line, but sacks by Christian Brown and Eddie Knight spoiled the Golden Eagles’ opportunity.
Johnson was extremely pleased with the play of his team’s defense, and said the unsung hero was Eric Burk.
“He was chewing up blocks,” Johnson said. “Linebackers had tons of time to make tackles all day. Our guys coming off the edge brought pressure all night. Eddie Knight and Christian Brown came up big. They played big. Our front line stepped it up.”
“This was our best game on the ground. The whole week at practice, we’ve been focusing on our run game because in the past games, we haven’t been doing so hot. When we came out today, we had it in our minds to stuff it down their throats, it’s going to be a dogfight, so let’s get it.”
— Chris Davis Tonopah
Although Tonopah Valley didn’t score in the second half, it had a third-quarter drive that took nearly nine minutes off the clock, keeping Bourgade’s offense off the field. During the drive, the Phoenix got a little fortunate. Abraham Garcia went to punt the ball on fourth-andsix from his own 41-yard line, but the snap bounced and Garcia couldn’t get the kick off, so he had to scramble and wound up running 17 yards for a first down, prolonging the drive.
“It was supposed to be a pass, but I saw everybody coming, so I bailed out and tried to get some yardage,” Davis said. “I wasn’t meaning for it to be a touchdown, but whatever happens happens.”
After a Bourgade Catholic three-andout, Tonopah scored again, this time halfway through the second quarter. The 10-play drive was capped by a 22-yard Anderson touchdown run.
“This was our best game on the ground,” Davis said. “The whole week at practice, we’ve been focusing on our run game because in the past games, we haven’t been doing so hot. When we came out today, we had it in our minds to stuff it down their throats, it’s going to be a dogfight, so let’s get it.”
Defensive stand
Neither team would score the rest of the way, and the closest Bourgade Catholic got all night was the Tonopah Valley 32-yard line. However, on the drive, Golden Eagles quarterback Louie Lopez
“I wish I could take credit for it, but that’s another one where the ball went with us and he made a great play,” Johnson said. “He’s stepped up more than ever, and he’s a great punter. I wish you could have seen him boom one off because he’s so good at it, but we’ll take that one.”
In addition to Anderson’s big game, Davis had 67 rushing yards on five carries. He was 2 of 8 passing for 15 yards. Davis exited the game in the second quarter and never returned, but said it was just cramps and that he came out for precautionary reasons.
The win improved Tonopah’s record to 2-1. It will travel to Eloy Santa Cruz Valley (3-0) at 7 p.m. Friday.
“We’re getting better,” Davis said. “At the beginning of the season, we weren’t doing good. This is showing how good we can play. We just have to keep improving.”
Casey Pritchard can be reached at caseypritchard@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @CaseyonSports.
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The Knights’ first points of the second half came off a fumble recovery by Westview outside linebacker Ramon Vega on a handoff exchange between Horizon’s Gregory and Brady, which put Westview at its own 31-yard line. The seized opportunity resulted in a 34-yard field goal by Knights’ kicker Luis Peraza-Ortiz to make it 24-14 with 11:56 left in the fourth quarter.
The Huskies’ following drive had the makings of a potential comeback, as a great kickoff return by r unning back Dylan Lizarraga put them at their own 41. In a drive that featured a 44-yard completion from Gregory to receiver Jake Hess, the Huskies got down to the Knights’ seven-yard line. However, on fourthand-two, Westview free safety Daniel Gonzalez p icked off Gregory in the end zone to give the Knights the ball back with a little over nine minutes left in the game.
“Oh man, I was just dropping back and I saw him put his hand up to throw the ball and he kept dropping back and back pedaling,” Gonzalez said. “Then, the ball just luckily got in my hands. It felt great.”
It would be deja vu on the next drive, as Vasko scored on another long touchdown run, 64 yards to be exact, which extended the lead to 31-14 with 7:17 remaining in the last quarter.
Westview still wasn’t done scoring. Arechiga added a long touchdown run of his own from 59 yards out with 4:11 left in the fourth quarter, making it 38-14.
The Huskies scored their lone touchdown of the second half on a 23-yard run from Brady, his second touchdown of the game, with 2:20 left. After a failed two-point conversion, that would be the end of the scoring, 38-20 Westview. Brady finished the game with 23 carries for 135 yards and two touchdowns.
While the win was nice, Gehrts said there are still things that happened out on the field he wasn’t pleased with.
“We’ve got to execute better,” Gehrts said. “I still wasn’t happy with the way we executed on both sides of the ball and special teams. We’ve got to get better at that, and that’s going to be our focus.”
Nonetheless, being able to get the win in its home opener and hand Horizon its first loss was something that the team could be proud of, Gehrts said.
“It was great,” Gehrts said. “That’s what we always try to do, go 1-0 every week, so we got one this week, so I’m glad it happened.”
“It feels amazing for the fans to be able to come out and for them to support the way they did is a good feeling,” Vasko said.
Westview will be at home again this Friday, as it hosts Gilbert Highland.
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time, the Wolves were able to finish things off.
“We still made some mental mistakes, but they stayed with it, they stayed with it, and that’s what I’m proud of,” Early said.
Estrella got the benefit of a Prospectors’ penalty at the end of regulation. Wolves’ quarterback Tyler Godfrey was thrown to the ground after going out of bounds as time expired in the fourth quarter, which is a 15-yard latehit infraction. The penalty was assessed in the overtime session, and Estrella won the coin toss, which proved to be a big advantage.
“We had two choices, we get the ball first-and-five, or they get the ball first-and-10, but now they have 25 yards to go,” Early said. “We chose to give them the ball first.”
Apache Junction converted a fourth-and-five from the 20, but on fourth-and-goal from the three-yard line, Estrella stopped the Prospectors inches short of the goal line.
“That was huge,” Early said. “We had some
breakdowns in defense tonight, but to forget all of that and come up with a fourth-down stop, that was huge. They stayed with it.”
With momentum clearly on Estrella’s side, it wasted no time ending the game. On the Wolves’ first play, Godfrey ran an option read 10 yards to the end zone, sending Estrella’s players storming onto the field in celebration.
“The veer has been working the past two weeks, and they lined up strong on the left and I saw it on the outside, it was wide open,” Godfrey said.
After making the defensive stand, Godfrey said he knew the Wolves’ offense would finish off the game.
“We had the momentum after we stopped them on the halfyard line,” Godfrey. “I knew with our play calling, and our drive to win, especially after the crisis Clayton [Calvelage] went through, I knew we’d pull through and get it done.”
Calvelage suffered a neck injury in the fourth quarter and had to be taken off the field on a stretcher. There was no fracture.
The teams were tied 7-7 at halftime, and Estrella struck the first blow of the third quarter to take the lead. However, the snap on the extra point was bad, so the Wolves’ advantage was only 13-7.
Apache Junction responded with a touchdown to tie the score, and went for the two-point conversion instead of kicking the extra point.
“They went for two and we stopped them,” Early said. “We’ll take it. I was surprised, but we’ll take it.”
Apache Junction had a chance to win the game with 45 seconds remaining in regulation when it lined up for a 39-yard field goal, but the Wolves’ swarmed in and blocked the attempt.
“That was huge,” Early said. “Again, just the fight. They stayed and fought, fought, and that’s what I’m happy with.”
The victory stopped Estrella’s three-game losing streak to start the year. The Wolves have two games remaining before opening region play against Youngker Sept. 30. Despite a losing record right now, winning the region would guarantee Estrella another playoff berth.
“I think we’re going to have more confidence going into [Gilbert] Higley, and also region, try to make it to playoffs five years in a row,” Godfrey said.
Estrella travels to Higley at 7 p.m. Friday.
Casey Pritchard can be reached at caseypritchard@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @CaseyonSports.
sessions with certified teachers. Families will receive free books at every session, and pizza and snacks will be provided.
Meet with Rep. Ruben Gallego
U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-District 7, has a representative at his mobile office from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at the Chicanos Por La Causa Maryvale Community Service Center, 6850 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix.
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 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.
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.
Fundraisers that are held at restaurants where only a portion of the proceeds benefits the charity or nonprofit will not be considered.
9 Days a Week calendar items print on a spaceavailable basis; the only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement.
The 9 Days a Week calendar now may contain paid listings which are clearly marked by “Advertisement” across the top and bottom of paid listings and appear in a screened box. Submissions for paid items may be made by calling the classified advertising dept. of the West Valley View at 623-535-8439. Available sizes and prices: 2 inch ad = $80.00, 3 inch ad = $120.00.
Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Friday to be considered for the Wednesday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to news1@westvalleyview.com; faxed to 623-935-2103; or dropped off at the West Valley View, 1050 E. Riley Drive, Avondale AZ 85323.
SEPTEMBER
Wednesday
Agua Fria Union High School Board meets
include music, dancing, games and beer.
Blood drives
United Blood Services is hosting a blood drive from 8 a.m. to noon at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Crystal Gardens Ward, 10930 W. Garden Lakes Parkway, Avondale; and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at CrossFit Fury, 540 N. Bullard Ave., Goodyear.To make an appointment to donate, visit www.BloodHero.com or call 1-877-UBS-HERO (1-877-8274376).
country) and the vice-president of the Arizona Society of Homebrewers as he explores the history of beer and beer making and the current craft beer movement at 2 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required. To sign up, visit mcldaz.org.
Annual Family Health and Fitness Day
Join Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy and CrossFit Fury to celebrate the fourth annual Family Health and Fitness Day from 8 a.m. to noon at CrossFit Fury, 540 N. Bullard Ave, Suite 15, Goodyear.
Three Rivers Historical Society
The Three Rivers Historical Society will meet at 5:30 p.m. at Skyway Church, 14900 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear. Rose Brown and Pat Aragon will speak about early Avondale.
Study Arizona
Join the city of Buckeye for the first of a three-part series of interactive classes looking at the qualities of the state we call home at 1 p.m. at Buckeye’s Downtown Library, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. The third part of the series will include a trip to Jerome to learn about its history.
USMC Southwest Detachment meets
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Watering Do’s and Don’ts
Learn how to take control of outdoor water use and landscaping in a series of free classes offered by the city of Goodyear. Participants will receive personal instruction on a variety of topics including setting irrigation timers, optimal watering schedules and pruning tips for healthy landscapes. Goodyear’s seasonal water conservation classes are designed to encourage ways to use water wisely and sustainably. The class will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Goodyear Public Works Administrative Building, 4980 S. 157th Ave., Goodyear. Classes are free, but registration is required at goodyearaz.gov/h2o365 or by calling 623-882-7509.
Minecraft Challenge for tweens and teens
Youths ages 10 to 14 are invited to prove their mettle in a series of Minecraft challenges, a scavenger hunt, building models and more from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required. To register, visit mcldaz.org.
The Agua Fria Union High School District Governing Board meets at 5 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month at the district office, 1481 N. Eliseo Felix Jr.Way, Suite 110, Avondale. For information, visit www.aguafria.org. 15
Volunteer fair
The Southwest Volunteer Fair will take place from noon to 2 p.m. at Goodyear City Hall, 190 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. Participants of all ages will have the chance to meet representatives from 15 different organizations seeking volunteers to help deliver services to the community.
Reading tutoring
An information session for those wanting to become volunteer reading tutors for children will take place from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Verrado Coffee Co., 1829 N. Verrado Way, Buckeye. For information and to RSVP, contact Sandra Freyer at 602-812-3946 or sfreyer@emaz.org.
American Legion Post 53 hosts dinner
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 53 will host a spaghetti dinner in honor of POW/MIAs from 5 to 7 p.m. at 402 E. Narramore St., Buckeye.The cost is $6.
Air Force anniversary ceremony
The city of Litchfield Park will celebrate the 69th anniversary of the United States Air Force with a flag-raising ceremony at 8:15 a.m. on the front lawn of Litchfield Park City Hall, 214 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park.
Independence Day: mariachi music
Celebrate Mexico’s independence with live mariachi music from the Mariachi Lu Del Sur Band at 3 p.m. in the Community Room at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park.
Genealogy assistance
The third annual Youth Triathlon in Verrado for ages 5-14 will begin at 7 a.m. at The Center on Main, 4239 N. Village St., Buckeye. Par ticipants can register online two days before the event or in person from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 16.The event is meant to raise money for programs in need of new equipment, child scholarships for athletic programs and to bring motivational speakers to youths in Verrado. For information, visit facebook. com/youthtriathlonverrado.
AAUW meets
The West Valley branch of the American Association of University Women meets at 10:30 a.m. the third Saturday of each month in the PebbleCreek community in Goodyear. All interested women are welcome. For information, call at 623-249-5388.
Church open house
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invites the community to an open house from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 19320 Indian School Road, Litchfield Park. Boy Scout sign-ups will also be available during the open house.
Home brewing and the art of craft beer
Join Arizona Society of Homebrewers member and grand master beer judge Dennis Mitchell for a discussion of current craft beer trends, the history of home brewing and the basics of brewing your own beer at home at 11 a.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. The discussion is for adults 21 and older.
Dog gone fun days
Everyone is invited to help Girl Scout Troop 2308 earn its silver/ bronze award by taking part in its doggie pageant from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Petz Place, 890 N. Estrella Parkway, Suite 100, Goodyear. Take your pup in its cutest outfit. The winner will receive a prize and all donations will go to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
DLRR meet ’n’ greet Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue, a nonprofit lab rescue group run strictly by volunteers, will host a meet ’n’ greet from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cabela’s, 9380 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale. DLRR screens all potential adopters before placing its labs in their homes. To check out adoptable labs and fill out an application, visit dlrrphoenix.org in advance.
The Marine Corps League, Southwest Valley Detachment No. 1245 meets from 8 to 10 a.m. the third Saturday of every month at the Golden Corral Restaurant, 420 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear. All present and former Marines and FMF Corpsmen are welcome. The detachment is involved with various programs that assist veterans. For information, contact Detachment Commandant Herb Cato at 623-853-5685 or email hcato@cox.net.
Tardeada Latina Street Festival
The third annual Tardeada Latina Street Festival will begin at 1 p.m. at Paseo de Luces on Van Buren Street from 91st to 94th avenues in Tolleson. The event will feature live musical entertainment by David Lee Garza & Los Musicales, food trucks, craft vendors, and a kids zone. For information, visit tollesonaz. org/events or call 623-474-4992.
The GriefShare support group meets from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays at Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N Sarival Ave., Goodyear. The 13-week support group provides support and encouragement for people grieving the loss of a loved one. The format includes videos, a workbook, a trained facilitator, and group discussion. Cost of the workbook is $15; scholarships are available. For information, call Cheryl at 623-328-5889.
Thursday Minute to Win it
Do you think you’re the fastest? Competitors ages 5 and older will be placed in teams to complete a series of challenges. The fastest team to complete a challenge in less than a minute will win. The competition starts at 3:30 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park.
Parents Raise Great Kids
The Litchfield Park Elementary School District invites parents and their young children, from preschool to second grade, to take part in a program from 5 to 7 p.m. every Thursday through Nov. 17 at the Dreaming Summit Elementary School Library, 13335 W. Missouri Ave., Litchfield Park. The program is designed to empower parents with skills, knowledge and strategies while their future kindergarteners attend kinder readiness
Visit the Buckeye Valley Museum at 116 E. Hwy 85 in Buckeye to get assistance with your family tree search from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the first and third Friday of the month. Registration is required; call 623-349-6300.
Japanimation Club
Friendship Park
reopening celebration
Avondale will celebrate the reopening and redesign of Friendship Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 12325 W. McDowell Road, Avondale.The celebration will include giveaways and free hotdogs.
Litchfield Park Oktoberfest
The city of Litchfield Park and The Wigwam are hosting the 12th annual Oktoberfest from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Wigwam, 300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park.
Admission is $10 per person and free to children younger than 12. The German celebration will
Teens are invited to join in the Litchfield Park Branch Library’s Japanimation Club from 2 to 3 p.m. at 101 W.Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. Club activities feature anime viewing, latest chapter discussions and cosplay creating. No registration is required.
The third annual Tardeada Latina Street Festival will begin at 1 p.m. at Paseo de Luces on Van Buren Street from 91st to 94th avenues in Tolleson. The event will feature live musical entertainment by David Lee Garza & Los Musicales, food trucks, craft vendors, and a kids zone. For information, visit tollesonaz. org/events or call 623-474-4992.
Medicare 101
A workshop will share tools and resources that make it easy to understand the basics of Medicare and what options are available at 11 a.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. To sign up, visit mcldaz.org.
The Art of Craft Beer
Join Dennis Mitchell, the only certified master-level beer judge in Arizona (one of 130 in the
Join in the ongoing water conservation discussion with the volunteer Water Conservation Committee at 6 p.m. at Goodyear City Hall, 190 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. The topic of discussion will be the city’s current plans and program.
United Blood Services will hold a blood drive from noon to 4 p.m. at The Wigwam, 300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. To make an appointment to donate, visit www.BloodHero. com or call 1-877-UBS-HERO (1-877-827-4376).
Chess Club
Youths ages 11 to 16 are invited to Chess Club every other Tuesday at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. for chess club.
Beginning genealogy research
Learn about your family’s history and create a family tree from 4 to 6 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell.To sign up, visit mcldaz.org.
Wednesday Arizona wildlife myth-busting, night hike
Join the Goodyear Branch Library to learn more about the wildlife of the Sonoran desert from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 14455 W. Van Buren, Suite C-101, Goodyear. During the presentation, myths surrounding Arizona wildlife will be busted. The following weekend will feature a night hike at Estrella Mountain Regional Park in Goodyear.
Minecraft Challenge of Kids
Children ages 6 to 10 are invited to prove their mettle in a series of Minecraft challenges, a scavenger hunt, building models and more at 4 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required. To register, visit mcldaz.org.
Set That Timer: Practice Learn how to take control of outdoor water use and landscaping in a series of free classes offered by the city of Goodyear. Participants will receive personal instruction on a variety of topics including setting irrigation timers, optimal watering schedules and pruning tips for healthy landscapes. Goodyear’s seasonal water conservation classes are designed to encourage ways to use water wisely and sustainably. The class will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Goodyear Public Works Administrative Building, 4980 S. 157th Ave., Goodyear. Classes are free, but registration is required at goodyearaz.gov/h2o365 or by calling 623-882-7509.
Monthly book discussion
The Buckeye Public Library, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye, invites adults to a book discussion from 1 to 2 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month.
Thursday Ballet Under the Stars Ballet Under the Stars, a free performance by Ballet Arizona, will begin at 7 p.m. at the Estrella Lakeside Amphitheater, 10300 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear.
Blood Drive United Blood Services will hold a blood drive from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, 109 N. Fifth St., Buckeye. To make an appointment to donate, visit www.BloodHero.com or call 1-877-UBS-
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Linda K. Juarez
Linda K. Juarez, 61, of Goodyear died Sept. 7, 2016, in Phoenix from cancer.
Ms. Juarez was born April 18, 1955, in Van Buren, Ark. She moved to Arizona in 2011. She is survived by four daughters, Shelly Seymour, Cheyana Juarez-Quintero, Cylina Juarez and Angel Johnson; four sons, David Johnson, Xavier Juarez, James Seymour and Jeramy Files; her mother, Billie Newingham; one sister, Sherry Salazar; two brothers, Larry Cox and Eddie Cox; 13 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were Tuesday at Abel Funeral Services in Phoenix.
Jack R. Leggett Sr.
Jack R. Leggett Sr., 93, of Litchfield Park died Aug. 9, 2016.
Mr. Leggett was born March 8, 1923, in Buchanan, Mich.
He served as a photographer with the Army Air Corps during World War II.
Following his discharge from the Army after an injury that damaged his hearing, he returned to Buchanan and managed a supermarket, ran a service station and delivered house trailers across the country. He also played drums in swing bands in southwestern Michigan.
He married Jane Albright on June 14, 1946. He and his wife ran a photo studio in Buchanan and he earned a degree in accounting.
He moved to Litchfield Park in 1972 and he worked as an accountant, comptroller and purchasing agent until his retirement.
He volunteered as treasurer for the Church at Litchfield Park and served as a deacon.
He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans.
He was preceded in death by his wife of almost 40 years, Jane.
He is survived by three sons, Jack Jr., Stephen and Philip; and four grandchildren.
A memorial and celebration of his life will be at 11 a.m. Sept. 24 at the Church at Litchfield Park, 300 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, followed by a reception at the church. Interment will be at the Garden of Memories at the Church at Litchfield Park.
Memorials may be made to the Disabled American Veterans.
Condolences for the family may be left at thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Wanda Mae Taulbee, 74, of Buckeye died Sept. 6, 2016, at her home.
Mrs. Taulbee was born March 4, 1942, in Sunbright, Tenn.
She moved to Arizona in 2004.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George Washington Taulbee.
She is survived by one daughter, Debbie Kurth of Buckeye; two sons, Vincent Taulbee of Buckeye and Edward Taulbee of Norfolk, Neb.; one sister, Ruth Shannon; 12 grandchildren; and 16 greatgrandchildren.
A viewing will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Ganley’s Buckeye Funeral Home, 104 E. Baseline Road, Buckeye, with interment at 11 a.m. Thursday at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix.
Gilbert Lee Matherly, 62, of Avondale died Sept. 5, 2016, in Avondale.
Mr. Matherly was born Sept. 28, 1953, in DeKalb, Ill. He moved to Arizona in 1962. He worked in Goodyear as an airplane mechanic, cabinet maker and trucker.
He is survived by his wife, Tami Matherly of Avondale; three daughters, Lydia Watts of Peoria, Laura Sanchez of Tonopah and Kaitlyn Matherly of Phoenix; his parents, Gilbert and Betty Matherly of Buckeye; one brother, Dean Matherly; and seven grandchildren.
Services were Sept. 10, with the Rev. Ron Manuel officiating.
Barry Robert Phaneuf, 71, of Goodyear and Payson died Aug. 31, 2016, in Goodyear.
Mr. Phaneuf was born Sept. 5, 1944, in River Falls, Wis., to Robert and Viola Phaneuf.
He graduated from Amery High School in Amery, Wis., in 1962.
He served in the U.S. Navy from 1962 to 1966 as a general aircraft mechanic.
He worked as a custom home builder.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia Phaneuf; two sons, Jason Phaneuf and Patrick Phaneuf; his stepmother, Marge Phaneuf; one brother, Stans Phaneuf; five sisters, Cindy Morton, Becky Swenson, Mary Kastens, Barb Brannan and Beth Thompson; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of the Valley. Condolences for the family may be left at thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Angela Melody Salgado-Munoz, 30, of Avondale died May 1, 2016, in Phoenix. Ms. Salgado-Munoz was born July 31, 1985, in Phoenix to Jose Munoz and Ermelinda Salgado.
She is survived by her boyfriend, John Shultz; one daughter, Phoenix Esperanza Shultz; her mother, Ermelinda Salgado; one sister, Maxine Munoz; and three brothers, Andres Valenzuela, Bernardino Valenzuela and Ricardo Munoz.
Services were May 9, with the Rev. Jim Cascio officiating.
Carolyn Dropik, age 80 of Litchfield Park, AZ died September 3, 2016. She was born February 18, 1936 in Harrisburg, PA to Verne and Agnes Nichols.
Carolyn moved to Phoenix in 1940. She retired from the Cartwright School District where she worked as a school aide. She was an avid bowler, enjoyed a good cup of coffee and sharing a laugh. She loved being with her family and was a great mom, grandma and friend.
Carolyn is survived by her daughters, Melinda (Ron) Kennedy, Sherri (Jim) Dunlap; sons, Mike (Jan) Dropik, Steve (Joan) Dropik, David (Tina) Dropik; brother, Vernon Nichols; five grandchildren, Michael, Kyle, Tim and Drew Dropik and Brandon Kennedy; and eight great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Joe Dropik; parents, Agnes and Verne Nichols; and brother, Dale Nichols.
The family would like to thank the Hacienda Del Rey staff for their support. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Nicole M. Perrotti, 34, of Avondale, died Aug. 31, 2016.
Miss Perrotti was born May 20, 1982, in Toms River, N.J., to Patrick Perrotti and Mary Sisson.
She won awards for figure skating.
She is survived by her mother and stepfather, Mary and Stan Sisson of Goodyear; her father and stepmother, Patrick and Trishia Perrotti of Fort Myers, Fla.; one sister, Melissa Perrotti Roslan of Chino Valley; two stepsisters, Nora Wilkerson of Goodyear and Taylor Dodds of Tampa, Fla.; one stepbrother, Eric Sisson; and four grandparents, Betty Stemer of Bethlehem, Pa., Betty and Stanley Sisson of Pompton Plains, N.J., and Ruth DeSarno of Bloomfield, N.J.
Funeral services were Sept. 10 at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear.
Memorials may be made to Dogs on Deployment at store.dogsondeployment.org/donate.asp.
Condolences for the family may be left at thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
After a 4-year battle with Melanoma Cancer, Sal Santillan, Jr., 42, from Avondale, Arizona, died on September 2, 2016. He leaves behind his loving wife Mary Bustamante-Santillan, daughters Melanie (17), Kirsten (19), and Melissa (21), and son Moses (24).
Sal was born on May 17, 1974 in Los Angeles, CA to Salvador and Antonia Santillan. He also leaves behind his parents, two brothers, David and Tony, and sister Elisavet, originally from Los Angeles, CA.
He worked for National Car Rental in San Diego, CA for about 10 years before moving to Avondale. In 2004, Sal was hired as a Field Service Representative at Cox Communications in San Diego, CA then transferred to Arizona in 2005. In 2007, he was promoted to Network Operations where he was a successful Network Ops Tech III in the Avondale office. During his time in Network Operations, Sal will always be remembered for carrying extra cases of water and Gatorade. He would hand these out to people broken down on the side of the road, the homeless, or others walking by while he was working outdoors.
Sal loved to hunt, fish, camp, and spend time with his family and friends. He volunteered as a coach with the American Youth Soccer Organization in Avondale for about four years. He also volunteered to help the community and coach baseball. Sal was an awesome father to his children and a wonderful and loving husband. Sal has impacted so many people with his caring, fun loving demeanor. He was easy going, laid back and will be missed by many.
A church service was be held on Saturday, September 10, 2016 then laid to rest at Green Acres Cemetery at 401 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257. Funeral arrangements were coordinated by Samaritan Funeral Home, 1505 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85008, http://www.samaritanfuneralhome.com/
Cole Hokanson and Emily Brunson
Emily Brunson, Cole Hokanson marry in Washington state
Emily June Brunson and Cole James Hokanson were married May 28, 2016, at Lattin’s Cider Mill in Tumwater, Wash.
The bride is the daughter of Dane and Janna Brunson of Palo Verde. The bridegroom is the son of David and Kelli Hokanson of Buckeye.
The bride and bridegroom are graduates of Buckeye Union High School in Buckeye.
celebrate golden anniversary
Babe and Jay Hernandez of Avondale celebrated their golden anniversary on May 8, 2016. They have lived in Avondale for more than 40 years.
They have three children and two grandchildren.
Cipriano ‘Memo’ Romero
Cipriano “Memo” Romero, 82, of Avondale died Sept. 2, 2016, in Litchfield Park.
Mr. Romero was born Feb. 10, 1934, in Buckeye to Juan Romero and Adelina Barelas.
He worked as a window specialist at the Goodale True Value Hardware store in Goodyear.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jennie Romero.
He is survived by three daughters, Kathy Arenas, Connie Morales and Ruth Martinez; one son, Cipriano Romero Jr.; one sister, Catalina Romero; eight brothers, Joe, Johnny, Pete, Raymond, Daniel, Fidel, Luciano and Nacho; 20 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren.
Services were Sept. 8 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Goodyear.
Condolences for the family may be left at avenidasfuneralchapel.com.
The West Valley View publishes free obituaries for people who were residents or former residents of the West Valley.
We also encourage photos with obituaries. Photos will be cropped to a head shot, and 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. 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.
Zdunczyks celebrate 50th anniversary
Stan and Elaine Zdunczyk of Goodyear celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 20, 2016. They were married on Aug. 20, 1966, in Dearborn, Mich.
Mr. Zdunczyk was employed by Wayne County in Michigan and Mrs. Zdunczyk worked in sales. They both retired in 1997 and moved to Arizona.
They have three children, Janette, Debbie and Denise; and two grandsons.
They celebrated their anniversary with a trip to Washington, Oregon, northern California and England, and will continue the celebration over Labor Day with family from out of state.
The View will gladly publish an announcement of a wedding or engagement within six months of the event. We also publish free announcements of wedding anniversaries beginning with the 50th and at five-year increments after that (55th, 60th, etc.) We reserve the right to edit the copy to conform to our style and space limitations. Forms are available at the View offices from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Or send in your info as best you can, with a daytime phone number we can call for further details, to: Society Desk, West Valley View, 1050 E. Riley Drive, Avondale, AZ 85323. We also welcome professional-quality photographs.
Age is just a number
TAO PORCHON-LYNCH , 98, teaches a free yoga class Sept. 9 for Goodyear residents at the OptumCare Arizona Senior Community Center’s grand opening in Goodyear. Porchon-Lynch holds the world record for being the oldest yoga teacher. She is also an award-winning competition dancer, author, activist, model and actress. To read more about OptumCare, check out the Business Briefcase on Page 9.
52 PILLS! Viagra 100 mg/ Cialis 20 mg. Free pills! No hassle, discreet shipping. Save now. Call today 1-888-403-8610. (AzCan)
2 day Litchfield Park estate auction. September 24th/25th. Complete contents of a Colonel’s home. Military items include
ADMINISTRATIVE Assistant, 24 hours/ week, Monday thru Thursday, Bookkeeping, Quickbooks, Excel, basic accounting knowledge a must. Waddell area. Email resume: judigrr@yahoo.com
ADVERTISE YOUR JOB Opening in 71 AZ newspapers. Reach more than 1 million readers for ONLY $330! Call the West Valley View at 623-535-8439 or visit: www.classifiedarizona.com. (AzCAN)
Apprentice Electrician/ General maintenance Full time position at Phoenix International Raceway Assist track electrician & perform general maintenance duties. Must be able to work all events, some additional weekends and nights Send resumes to piropenpositions@ phoenixraceway.com. No phone calls please Arizona Behavioral Care Homes is hiring Direct Care Professionals (formerly known BHT’s) and Certified Personal Caregivers for our West Valley group homes. Starting pay is $11 /hour for DCP and $12 /hour for CPC. Requirements: Must be 21 years old, High School Diploma or GED, Driver’s License, CPR, First Aid, Fingerprint Card, Physical and TB test. We offer paid time off, health insurance dental insurance, life insurance and 401K. Submit resumes to: cguyer@abch.us or call 623-694-3465
Busy Golf Cart facility looking for golf cart tech. Must have own tools, mechanical experience preferred. Apply in person Monday- Friday, 9-4 West Valley Golf Cars, 6205 N. Sarival Avenue Litchfield Park. 623-882-0222
DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! Become a driver for Stevens Transport! NO experience needed! New drivers earn $800+ per week! Paid CDL training! Stevens covers all costs! 1-888-528-8863
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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.
GOLF Course Maintenance employees! Apply in person at the Eagles Nest Clubhouse in PebbleCreek: 3645 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear.
LOOKING for experienced compassionate CNA’s, Certified Caregivers. Part time/ full time. 623-547-7521.
Snyder’s-Lance is looking for Packaging Machine Operators to join our team in Goodyear, AZ. Candidates must be able to work 3rd shift hours (11p – 7a) M-F, and occasional 12 hour shifts. Competitive salary and benefits. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at www.snyderslance.com, click on jobs, and search Goodyear location.
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
SONIC DRIVE-IN is now hiring General Managers, Assistant Managers & Shift Managers for our Apache Junction location
Please call Roy Martinez 623-203-6622
Supervisors / Managers
Manufactured housing company in Goodyear, AZ is looking for candidates to fill positions as manufacturing supervisors. In order to qualify, the candidates must:
*Have experience with manufacturing processes.
*Have experience with managing 12-20 plus employees in a fast paced environment while maintaining smooth production flow.
*Maintain employee training standards giving employees direction to build homes and their components in a safe and efficient manner.
*Provide a safe working environment by assisting in the implementation and enforcement of safety standards.
*Have the ability to communicate efficiently with employees.
*Assist other supervisors / management in maintaining product quality standards. Located in Goodyear, AZ. Salary positions paid based on experience. Positions are full-time, Monday-Friday, occasional Saturdays. Benefits, 401K, Paid Vacation, BONUS Pay incentives for each position. Bilingual a plus. Email resume to cavcowestresume@cavco.com or fax to 623-882-2845
THE Tungland CorporationNow hiring full /part time caregivers. No experience needed. Driver differential available. Apply online: www.tungland.com.
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SanMar is a fun customer driven organization that follows their family values in order to provide the utmost service to our internal
Valley View,
1 to 18 acres, starting $10,000, various locations, payments, owner/ agent, 602-510-8900.
38 ACRE Wilderness Ranch
$219 month. Quiet & secluded 6, 100’ northern AZ off grid ranch bordering hundreds of acres of State Trust & BLM woodlands. Fragrant evergreen trees & grassy meadows blend with sweeping views across surrounding wilderness mountains and valleys from ridgetop cabin site. No urban noise, pure air & AZ’s best climate. Near historic pioneer town services & fishing lake. Free well access, loam garden soil & maintained road. RV use ok.
$25,000, $2,550 down. Free brochure with simular properties, photos/ topo map/ weather/ area info: 1st United Realty 800-966-6690. (AZCAN)
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.
PRIME 2.5 acres. Electric available. Tonopah. 353rd Avenue. $17,500. PeakView Properties. 480-994-1200.
Manufactured Homes 55
2- 3 BEDROOM mobile homes for sale. Owner financing. All age family gated community. New homes available. 623-935-4296, 623-826-5398, 623-853-5739.
$25,000 under dealer’s cost! New 2016 Schult mobile homes. 3 bedroom /2 bathroom. Deck, carport awning, shed. 24 X 56 and 28 X 52.
2000 S. Apache Rd., Buckeye
BUCKEYE, Sundance, 5 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 story, $1,250/ month. 925-305-5130.
RIATA West, 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, office on the main floor, 3 car tandem garage, one year lease plus deposit. $1200/ month. 623-853-0045.
SUNDANCE Buckeye 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, loft, near shopping, golf, $1000, 623-256-5242.
SUNDANCE Buckeye, 4 recamaras, loft, 3 banos, cerca de todo $1000. 623-256-5242.
WESTPARK, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, $1200/ month, $1200 deposit. 303-548-2223, references required.
ONE female, $525 monthly. Furnished, utilities included, pool, Jacuzzi, Wifi, laundry, kitchen. Gary 928-255-3551. Available September 1st.
SOCIAL SECURITY Disability
Benefits. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We can help! WIN or Pay nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-960-3595 to start your application today! (AzCAN)
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$5K-$10K /month. Free info seminar- Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. or Saturday, 10:30 a.m. www.MatrixRein.com or 480-237-4778.(AzCAN)
HANDYMAN-37 years experience. Drywall, framing, plumbing, painting, electrical, roofing and more. Stan, 602-434-6057.
HD Painting, House painting exterior- interior, spray, brush, roll, epoxy, free estimates. David 623-670-3518.
LITCHFIELD ClockworksQuality antique clock repair. House calls on grandfather clocks. 623-759-3151.
YARD work, clean ups, removal, sod installation, irrigation systems, hauling, rock spreading. Josefina 623-242-4159, Juan 623-242-4161.
3 WHEEL bicycle, 602-397-3259 COMING SOON Estate Shoppers Delite www.go2obb.com
DISH Network- New FLEX Pack- Select the channels you want. Free installation. Free streaming. $39.99/ 24 months. Add internet for $14.95 a month. Call 1-800-318-1693. (AZCAN)
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EMPTY 30 gallon steel drums with cap and ring lids. $20 each. See at West Valley View, 1050 E. Riley Drive, Avondale. Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Email: Rwestfall@westvalleyview.com
NEWSPAPER end rolls for sale, $1.50 and up. One-Half inch of paper or more. West Valley View, 1050 E. Riley Dr., Avondale. Great for children’s fingerpainting and drawing. Or use it for packing dishes, etc. for that big move.
NFL Sunday Ticket (FREE!) with Choice Package includes 200 channels. $60 /month for 12 months. No upfront costs or equipment to buy. Ask about next day installation! 1-800-404-9329, (AzCAN)
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CHURCH Thrift Shop- Thursday 8:30-12:30, 300 North Old Litchfield Road. (across from Wigwam Spa) Bedroom furniture, baby cradle, baby swing, kitchen items, clothes, shoes, jewelry, and so much more!
HUGE Moving Sale! Saturday 17 & Sunday 18, 6a.m.-1p.m 12905 West Flower St., Avondale. Couches and much much more!!
HUGE Multifamily Garage Sale! Saturday September 17 & Sunday 18, 9a.m.-4p.m. Desert Vista Subdivision Palm Valley. 14648 and 14649 W Indianola Avenue, Goodyear. Too many items to list!
Animals And Farm Equipment 120
AKC Doberman puppies, fawn and reds. Family protection dogs. $900 and up. Discount to veterans, disabled and law enforcement. 951-660-3042. Sharon’s Petsitting & Australian Shepards LLC. Licensed and Bonded. 623-386-0281 / 623-810-0136.
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on September 14, 2016.
of Avondale Public Notice
Invitation for Bids (IFB) PW17-010 Rancho Santa Fe Reservoir Modifications and Coating Notice is hereby given that the City of Avondale is accepting sealed bids to secure a qualified Contractor to repair and recoat a 1.75 MG steel reservoir, replace a 20” gate valve, and other miscellaneous work. The recoating Work will include a high solids coating application. The Project is located at 12550
Avondale is seeking proposals from qualified, licensed, interested in providing professional services consisting of a long-term contract and secure pricing to provide privately-owned solar photovoltaic (PV) energy systems at the Charles M. Wolf Water Reclamation Facility (“Site”) and sell the electricity output to the City. A Mandatory Pre-Submittal Conference is scheduled for Thursday, September 15, 2016 at the Municipal Operations Service Center 399 E. Lower Buckeye Road, Avondale AZ 85323. A Mandatory site tour will be held immediately following the Pre-Submittal Conference. All questions must be in writing and are due no later than Monday, September 19, 2016, by 6:00 p.m. Responses must be received by 3:00 p.m. (Phoenix Local Time) on Thursday, September 29, 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. All response packets must be sealed and clearly marked “EN 17-001” (Solar Electric Generating System Installation and Provider Services) 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 response packet that is not properly addressed or identified. Request for Proposal Packets will be available on or after September 7, 2016, for pick-up at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, Arizona 85323 or download at www.avondale.org/procurement.
Information regarding this Request for Proposals opportunity may be obtained by contacting Loretta Browning at 623-333-2029.
The City of Avondale will endeavor to ensure 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 September 7, and 14, 2016.
City of Avondale
Public Notice
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CITY COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 19, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 11465 W. CIVIC CENTER DRIVE AVONDALE, AZ 85323
PURSUANT TO ARIZONA REVISED STATUES SECTION 9-462.04 et.seq., NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council will be holding a public meeting at the date, time and place set forth above at which time and place all interested persons will have an opportunity to appear and be heard in relation to the following: NPDES STORMWATER PHASE II PERMIT
This is a public meeting before the City Council in which staff will report progress on implementing the City’s SWMP in accordance with the City’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. Information regarding the program may be obtained by contacting the City of Avondale Development and Engineering Services Department located at 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, Arizona. Written comments on the request may be submitted to the Department for consideration by the City Council. If you have any questions concerning this request, please contact Drew Bryck at (623) 3334220.
office. All sealed bids must be received by 3:00 p.m. (local Phoenix, AZ time) on October 5, 2016 and shall be clearly marked “PW17-010 Rancho Santa Fe Reservoir Modifications and Coating” on
Bradley Gilgus, 3971 Olympic Terrace Cir., Anchorage, AK 99507, United States
16. Does the foreign nonprofit corporation have members? NO
SIGNATURE: By checking the box marked “I accept” below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona law.
I ACCEPT /s/ Taryn Byrd 01/30/2016
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 31, September 7, and 14, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT
1. ENTITY NAME - DOUBLE OO CONSTRUCTION, LLC
2. A.C.C. FILE NUMBER: L11706962
3. ENTITY NAME CHANGEDouble O Construction, LLC
7. STATUTORY AGENT
CHANGEAlejandra Olivas, 11970 W. Holly St., Avondale, AZ 85392
SIGNATURE - I ACCEPT /s/ Alejandra Olivas 7/18/2016
This is a member-managed LLC and I am signing individually as a member or I am signing for an entity member named: Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 31, September 7, and 14, 2016.
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
NONPROFIT CORPORATION
1. ENTITY NAME- Ben Avery Mounted Shooting Development Group 20897646
2. CHARACTER OF AFFAIRS - Partnering with AZ Dept. of Game and Fish to develop facilities at the Ben Avery Range to assure safety and availability of equestrian activities.
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 Von Brady, 13726 E. Monument Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85262
Kenda Lenseigne, 515 E. Carefree Why., #926, Phoenix, AZ 85085
Paula Bondy, 18605 W. Morning Vista Ln., Surprise, AZ 85384
Gloria Barton, 34041 W. Bomley Rd., Tonopah, AZ 85384
Don Donka, P.O. box 58, Wickenburg, AZ 85358
Dan Caudle, 8615 S. 134th Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338
6. STATUTORY AGENTDan Caudle, 8615 S. 134th Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338
8. INCORPORATORS - Dan Caudle, 8615 S. 134th Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338
SIGNATURE - I ACCEPT /s/ Dan Caudle 7/13/16
Corporation as Incorporator - I am signing as an officers or authorized agent of a corporation and its name is: Ben Avery Mounted Shooting Development Group
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: INTEGRATED STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS, LLC
L-2089483-0
II. The address of the known place of business is: 8615 S. 134th Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Daniel M. Caudle, 8615 S. 134th Ave., 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: Daniel M. Caudle, Manager, 8615 S. 134th Ave., 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: Dr. Love’s Lawn Care LLC L-21096711
II. The address of the known place of business is: 1114 E.
Hearne Way, Gilbert, AZ 85234
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Marcus Love, 1114 E. Hearne Way, Gilbert, AZ 85234
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: Marcus Love, Manager, 1114 E. Hearne Way, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 31, September 7, and 14, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: Ernie Stein & Mae Stein, LLC L-2096341-2
II. The address of the known place of business is: 19950 N. Cambridge Ave., Buckeye, AZ 85396
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Ernie Stein, 19950 N. Cambridge Ave., Buckeye, AZ 85396 B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Ernie Stein, Member, 19950 N. Cambridge Ave., Buckeye, AZ 85396 Mae Stein, Member, 19950 N. Cambridge Ave., Buckeye, AZ 85396
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: TATIANA S. HUDDLESTON, CPA, PLLC P-2108714-2
II. The address of the known place of business is: 501 E. Plaza Cir Drive, Ste. 12, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent it: Tatiana Huddleston, 10020 W. Highland Ave., 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: Tatiana Huddleston, Member, Manager, 10020 W. Highland Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85037 Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on August 31, September 7, and 14, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: Risen Perspectives, LLC L-21026884
II. The address of the known place of business is: 2047 E. Monona Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85024
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: David Lance Robinson, 2047 E. Monona Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85024
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
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II.
known place of business is: 10536 W. Magnolia St., Tolleson, AZ 85353
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Cherry Cook, 10536 W. Magnolia St., Tolleson, AZ 85353
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: Cherry Cook, Manager, 10536 W. Magnolia St., Tolleson, AZ 85353
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Public Notice
ARTICLES OF
ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: JT’S LOVELY LEO’S, LLC
L-2104513-1
II. The address of the known place of business is: 16600 W. Pierce St., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: David Malik, 16600 W. Pierce 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:
David Malik, Member, 16600 W. Pierce 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: BRADLEY TRANSPO-TATION LLC
L-2117700-8
II. The address of the known place of business is: 9703 N. El Mirage Road, El Mirage, AZ 85335
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Mary Christine Bradley, 17740 W. Maryland Ave., Waddell, AZ 85355
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:
Keith Harold Bradley, Member, 17740 W. Maryland Ave., Waddell, AZ 85355
Mary Christine Bradley, Member, 17740 W. Maryland Ave., Waddell, AZ 85355 Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on September 7, 14, and 21, 2016.
Public Notice
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN YUMA COUNTY Case Number: S1400D0201501182 STATEMENTS MADE TO THE COURT, UNDER OATH OR AFFIRMATION:
1. INFORMATION ABOUT ME, THE PETITIONER: Calvin E. Perkins, Jr., 2500 Wheatloop, Unit D, Yuma, AZ 85365
2. INFORMATION ABOUT, MY SPOUSE, THE RESPONDENT: Angela R. Perkins, 12175 W. McDowell Rd., Apt. 3349, Avondale, AZ 85392 A. DISSOLUTION (DIVORCE): Dissolve our
marriage and return each party to the status of a single person.
C. CHILD CUSTODY AND PARENTING TIME: Award custody and parenting time of the children under the age of 18 years and common to the parties, whether by birth or adoption as follows:
C.1. SOLE CUSTODY of the minor child(ren) awarded to Petitioner.
Chloe J Perkins
Avery W. Perkins OATH OR AFFIRMATION AND VERIFICATION I swear or affirm that the information on this document is true and correct under penalty of perjury.
/s/ Calvin Perkins, Jr., 8/20/2015 Sworn to or Affirmed before me this: 8/20/2015 by Lynn Fazz, Clerk of Superior Court and Yvette Garcia Deputy Clerk or Notary Public Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on September 14, 21, 28 and October 5, 2016
Public Notice
MARICOPA URBAN COUNTY AND MARICOPA HOME CONSORTIUM CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT TO INCLUDE HOME
INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT, AND EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT
JULY 1, 2015 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016
In accordance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, Maricopa County, through its Human Services Department (HSD), administers the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). In addition, the Maricopa HOME Consortium, through HSD as its lead agency, administers the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). HSD has compiled the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the above-listed programs for the period of July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. The CAPER describes how the HUD funds were used by the Urban County and the Maricopa HOME Consortium to accomplish program objectives during Fiscal Year 2015-2016.
The draft CAPER is available for public comment beginning September 14, 2016 at 234 North Central Avenue, Third Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85004 and online at the Maricopa County’s website http://www.hsd.maricopa.gov/cd. Citizens are invited to provide
comments through September 29, 2016 at 5:00pm. Comments may be mailed, e-mailed, or faxed to the Maricopa County Human Services Department, Community Development Division, 234 North Central Avenue, Third Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85004 or e-mail address is milner@mail.maricopa.gov.
It is the policy of Maricopa County not to discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status or disability. Maricopa County recognizes its obligation to provide overall program accessibility. Persons with special needs for assistance in translation, or who are disabled should contact HSD at (602) 5065911 or TDD (602) 506-4802 Para información en español, favor de comunicarse a las oficinas de Maricopa County Human Services a 602-506-5911.
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Public Notice
Notice of Election
The Tonopah Valley Fire District will hold an election on November 8, 2016 at the General Election to fill two (2) vacancies on the Tonopah Valley Fire District Board.
Public
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II. The address of the known place of business is: 1802 S. 176th Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent it: Jose Navarro, 1802 S. 176th Ave., 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: Caroline Navarro, Manager, 1802 S. 176th Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338
Jose Navarro, Manager, 1802 S. 176th Ave., 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: KINDRED CARE, PLLC P-2118234-7
II. The address of the known place of business is: 13630 W. Denton Street, Litchfield Park, Arizona, 85340
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Patrick Canada, 13630 W. Denton Street, Litchfield Park, Arizona, 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: Connie Canada, Manager, 13630 W. Denton Street, Litchfield Park, Arizona, 85340
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on September 14, 21,
and 28, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR
I. NAME: ROCKETT CLEANING SERVICES, LLC
L-2113760-4
II. The address of the known place of business is: 10405 W. Granada Rd., Avondale, AZ 85392
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Tujuana Rockett, 10405 W. Granada Rd., Avondale, AZ 85392
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Tujuana Rockett, Member, 10405 W. Granada Rd., Avondale, AZ 85392
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Public Notice
INVITATION TO BID
Bids: October 5, 2016 10:00 am
Project: Job Order Contract Landscape Installation DMB White Tank, LLC seeks
qualified General Contractors, with a minimum A- General Engineering license, to submit sealed bids for the Verrado Job Order Contract Landscape Installation which consists of, but is not limited to all work associated with installation of the landscape in accordance with the plans and specifications (the “Work”). The Successful Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination associated with the Work. Copies of the plans, specifications, bid documents and detailed information for this project will be available on Monday, September 19, 2016. Contact Terri Kading tkading@dmbinc. com to make arrangements to receive the bid documents. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held in the DMB White Tank Development Office located at 4236 N. Verrado Way, Buckeye, AZ 85396 – Monday, September 26, 2016 at 2:00 pm. All interested parties are invited to attend. It is recommended that interested parties RSVP prior to the meeting. Sealed bids will be received at the City of Buckeye, City Clerk’s Office, located at 530 E Monroe, Buckeye, AZ 85326, on October 5, 2016 – 10:00 am. In the event the bid opening date is changed, a notification will be sent only to those who requested bid documents. Bids submitted after specified closing time will not be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud
immediately after the specified closing time. Unless all bids are rejected, the Contract will be awarded within twenty one (21) days. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder that submits a complete and accurate bid. A complete and accurate bid will include all information requested in the bid documents. Every bid made by a Contractor pursuant to this Notice shall be accompanied by a surety bond for ten percent (10%) of the bid amount, listing DMB White Tank, LLC as the Obligee, as a guarantee that the Contractor will enter into a contract to perform the Work, or as liquidated damages in the event the Contractor refuses or fails to enter into the Contract with DMB White Tank, LLC upon award. Cashiers checks will not be accepted. The bonds will be returned to all Contractors whose bids are not awarded the Contract, and to the successful Contractor, upon execution of the Contract, and receipt of Payment and Performance bonds for the Work. The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment and Performance bond will be required in the amount of 100% of the original Contract value for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certificate of Insurance evidencing their
ability to meet the insurance requirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry
and
and shall hold and save
DMB
Tank, LLC, Verrado Community Association, the City of Buckeye and the Verrado District 1 Community Facilities District from any employer’s liability and from any and all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as specified in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid documents will be deemed incomplete, and will be rejected. DMB White Tank, LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withhold the award for any reason DMB White Tank, LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject to approval by DMB White Tank, LLC or its representatives. Interested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information, or contact Terri Kading at tkading@dmbinc. com – reference “Verrado Job Order Contract Landscape Installation”. No engineer’s estimate will be distributed. Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on September 14, and 21, 2016.
