IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS
Local author included in latest Chicken Soup for the Soul book — Page 3.
DancEstrella students
choreographing upcoming show — Page 2.
Buckeye adjusting water rates for 2017
Bills
will remain same for most users, decrease for large users
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
The Buckeye City Council, embattled with residents who say they have been overcharged for water they didn’t use, has approved a new schedule that keeps rates the same for most water users next year and reduces rates for the largest water users.
The unanimous vote to modify water rates for 2017 came during a City Council meeting Monday after officials reviewed a rate structure that a consultant said had previously been “aggressive” in charging higher rates for big water users.
The action cancels a water rate hike that the council had previously approved for all water users that was to take effect in January.
A leader of a group of residents who are so angry about disputed water charges that they are seeking to recall Buckeye Mayor Jackie Meck said the controversy helped spur the action.
But Dave Nigh, the city’s water resource director, said the study’s timing and recommendations were coincidental.
Nigh said the routine review of rates started last summer, months before residents started disputing water bills of hundreds of dollars for thousands of gallons of water they say they didn’t use.
The consultant who has advised the city on water rates since 2013, Dan Jackson, of the Dallas-based Willdan Financial Services, said favorable conditions, including higher revenues than expected and decisions to postpone some capital improvement projects, allowed the city to adjust water rates for next year.
“It really is a win-win situation for everybody,” Jackson said.
Jackson said the utility is benefiting from economies of scale with more customers due to increasing population and the acquisition of Global Water’s Valencia Water Co. in 2015, bringing the number of water accounts to almost 19,000.
With the rate adjustment, Jackson said the city’s water revenues would be down from previous forecasts by about $303,000 in the current fiscal year and about $1 million in the next fiscal year.
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Heather Wilson, who has been coordinating the group of residents, claimed that the campaign forced the city to take early action on the rates.
But Jackson said the city will still collect enough money to cover costs for the utility, with current fiscal year expenses of $27.6 million and revenues of $29.3 million.
Woman dies in head-on with bus
by Emily Toepfer assistant editor
A 24-year-old woman identified as Sarah Castillo-Cornejo of Peoria died Nov. 25 after her vehicle crashed head-on into a Greyhound bus that was traveling eastbound on Interstate 10 in Goodyear, officials said.
At about 2:30 a.m., troopers with the Arizona Department of Public Safety began receiving reports of a vehicle driving westbound in the eastbound lanes near Loop 101, said Quentin Mehr, a spokesman for DPS.
Castillo-Cornejo’s vehicle collided with the bus at Sarival Avenue, and she was pronounced dead at the scene, Mehr said.
Half of the three dozen passengers on the bus were transported to two local hospitals for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, said Battalion Chief Ed Pahl, a spokesman with the Goodyear Fire Department.
The bus was traveling to Phoenix from San Bernardino, Calif., and the uninjured passengers were transferred to another bus, said Lanesha Gipson, a Greyhound spokeswoman.
The investigation is ongoing, and impairment is suspected, Mehr said.
Emily Toepfer can be reached at etoepfer@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @EmilyToepfer. KPHO/KTVK reporter Phil Benson contributed to this article.
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CITY OF GOODYEAR EMPLOYEE GABE SOTO hangs a holiday sign from a light pole along Estrella Parkway Nov. 18 in Goodyear. Holiday-themed signs have been hung on light poles throughout the city and will remain in place through early January.
DancEstrella explores hidden themes
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
Dancers at Estrella Mountain Community College will explore topics that aren’t always obvious during performances at their fall dance show.
“Hidden in Plain Sight” is the title of DancEstrella’s performance to be staged at 3 and 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the EMCC Performing Arts Center, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. Admission is free.
Janaea Lynn McAlee, artistic director for the troupe, said the theme is broad enough to be interpreted by students in a variety of ways.
“Dance is an opportunity to express parts of themselves that don’t normally get shared in the same kind of way,” McAlee said. “A quiet student might be outgoing in their movement language.”
Most of the 12 dances to be performed were choreographed by the 22 performers during fall semester classes with McAlee, and deal with hidden elements on topics such as friendship, hardships and creativity.
One dance, titled “RUNaWAY,” to be performed by soloist Kimmy Lopez, deals with the inner turmoil of a former model.
Three advanced choreography students created dances to be performed by trios of dancers.
McAlee said the challenge for students is finding the right movement style for each piece, which can combine different types of dance, but are often what she called “modern-based.”
“They can draw from anything they want,” she said. “Each dance demands its own movement style.”
The inspiration for the dances comes from an image and quote that students bring to class, McAlee said.
Based on similar ideas, McAlee assigns students to work together, and the dances evolve over the semester as students develop skills in choreography and collaboration, she said.
McAlee choreographed the show’s finale, “Catalyst,” which will feature the whole troupe performing to music
in Avondale.
composed by David Anderson and played by Anderson and three other musicians.
The dance deals with the individual’s relationship to the larger society, with a focus on how students make choices between trying to belong, breaking free and listening to their inner voice, McAlee said.
“One by one, the students come to choosing not to be the same, but individuals,” she said.
The dance was inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s quote “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”
Another dance, “Sacred Ground,” was choreographed by McAlee in 2001 for a professional dance company she directed on the East Coast, which worked as a tribute to the Sept. 11 tragedy.
“I thought what a great piece to bring back to honor that idea of not forgetting,” McAlee said, noting the 15th anniversary of the attacks was recently observed.
At 12 minutes, “Sacred Ground” is the longest dance of the show. Other performances are as short as three and a half minutes.
Dancers will discuss their work with the audience following the performance.
McAlee noted that Latin, ballroom, tap and hip-hop classes are being offered through EMCC’s community education program.
“We really want to be connected to the community,” she said.
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“You are a very well managed utility financially,” Jackson told the council.
According to the new plan, residential water costumers who use 6,000 gallons or less a month — the most common billing — will continue to pay $56.52 a month.
A tiered structure will stay in place, charging larger water users higher rates to encourage conservation, but those rates will be reduced.
“It is still a conservation rate, but it’s not as aggressive as a conservation rate that you currently had in place,” Jackson said.
For example, a user of 10,000 gallons of water who paid $79.32 a month last year will be charged $76.17 next year, or a 4 percent decrease.
A resident who uses 30,000 gallons of water will see a 36 percent decrease in the monthly bill from $347.37 to $222.01, according to information provided by the city.
Rates for wastewater will remain the same.
Meck called the new water rate schedule “a drastic reduction in the fees we’re going to be charging … this should really help people lower their bills.”
Councilman Eric Orsborn said the water rate report was “great news … It’s a great story.”
Orsborn suggested that the new rates will mitigate the “sticker shock” for customers such as those who have recently seen spikes in water bills.
Jackson said the rate structure is more in line with similar communities and won’t excessively penalize high volume users.
But pointing to increasing costs for water services, Jackson warned that lower rates can’t stay in place for the long term.
Jackson said water rate reviews are a “never ending process” and recommended that the council review the rate structure again in 12 to 24 months.
“It’s unreasonable to expect rates are going to stay low forever,” Jackson told the council. “Of course, there will be rate increases in the future.”
Jackson said Buckeye has unique challenges, including a service area of more than 600 square miles that is dependent on groundwater pulled from 29 active wells and treated at four plants.
The original plan for a water rate hike in 2017 was part of a multi-year proposal to phase in increases that resulted from a 2012 cost of service study.
Former Global Water customers saw a big increase in their bills early this year when they were charged city rates for the first time, city officials noted.
Nigh said that before 2013, residents had minimal water rate increases and the city did not set aside funds for
Meck releases statement on recall
Buckeye Mayor Jackie Meck is responding to an effort to remove him from office by urging his opponents to solve the issue in another way.
“I respect their right to recall, but I would rather work with individuals face to face to solve problems and make our city great,” Meck said in a statement released to the West Valley View Tuesday morning.
Last week, residents seeking to recall Meck filed the paperwork necessary to start seeking signatures that could trigger a special election, according to Heather Wilson, a leader of the group.
Wilson said a decision about recalling other council members could come later.
The residents have planned an organizational meeting at noon Dec. 10 at the Buckeye Aquatics Center. In his statement, Meck noted that he had lived in Buckeye all his life.
“Our city has seen some good times and some very challenging times,” Meck said. “Through it all, we have never seen a recall. It’s not how we have settled our differences. We work together to solve problems.”
Meck said the city is headed in the right direction, but acknowledged that there are always things that can be improved, especially in areas such as customer service, which has been a complaint of residents with disputed bills.
“There have been some growing pains with the purchase of the water company last year and modernizing our water rate structure. I am working hard to get to the bottom of it,” Meck said.
Since the city set up a hot line to deal with disputed water bills, Meck said 45 cases have been solved, with some receiving reductions in charges.
“Each and every citizen I have met with on this issue has left my office only after they have assured me that their concerns have been addressed and this includes those individuals currently seeking to remove me from office,” Meck said.
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View photo by Jordan Christopher ESMERALDA CASTRO , a DancEstrella student, rehearses Nov. 18 for the upcoming show “Hidden in Plain Sight” at Estrella Mountain Community College
W.V. writer included in holiday anthology
Avondale man has short story published in latest Chicken Soup for the Soul book
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
A tale about paying a kindness forward has gotten an Avondale writer’s work published in an anthology of short stories with a holiday theme.
Tim Ramsey’s Kindness Re-gifted is among the stories in The Joy of Christmas, the latest in the series of Chicken Soup for the Soul books.
In the story, Ramsey, an educator with a penchant for writing, tells about a real-life incident that occurred two years ago when he needed help after his car broke down on Christmas Eve, then recounts a favor he did for a pupil.
Ramsey will sign copies of the book from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at Barnes & Noble, 1446 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear.
“I love to write. I write all the time,” Ramsey said of the habit he started as a child.
Ramsey said he’s had work published for about 15 years, including four other stories that have been used in other Chicken Soup for the Soul books since 2009.
He also recently won first place for the fourth time in a writing contest for teachers sponsored by the Arizona English Teachers Association.
Ramsey, 57, teaches writing to fifthgraders at Westwind Elementary School in Phoenix and is an adjunct instructor at Estrella Mountain Community College in Avondale.
He previously worked at schools in Avondale as a teacher and vice principal at Garden Lakes Elementary and principal at Canyon Breeze Elementary.
Ramsey said his pupils and incidents that occur at school are frequently topics of his stories, which he posts on a Facebook page.
The essays were collected for an eBook that Ramsey released in 2012, The Hugs on My Shirt, a title he said refers to hugs he receives from pupils.
For the Chicken Soup anthologies, Ramsey said he studies a list of themes the publisher plans for future books, then submits stories from his trove.
The series of books has been wildly popular since it started 23 years ago, with more than 250 titles and more than 100 million books sold, with a formula of 101 short stories with uplifting themes.
Ramsey’s holiday story is in a chapter titled “Taking Care of Others” of a book that also includes stories about Christmas traditions, hijinks and miracles.
Ramsey said he’s had stories published in Chicken Soup books with themes about teaching, dogs, cats, food and love.
And he’s got more in the pipeline after submitting a new batch of stories this summer for future books.
Besides the pleasure of being published, the reward is a $200 stipend and several copies of the book, Ramsey said.
But not every story Ramsey has submitted has been used.
“I’ve probably not been published about 70 times,” he said.
Ramsey said he uses the rejections as a lesson in his classroom.
“I tell kids you’re not going to be recognized for everything,” he said.
Glenn Gullickson can be reached at ggullickson@westvalleyview.com.
View photo by Ray Thomas
TIM RAMSEY of Avondale holds The Joy of Christmas, the latest in the Chicken Soup for the Soul books. The Westwind Elementary School teacher, whose story Kindness Re-gifted is included in the book, will be signing copies of the book Saturday at Barnes & Noble in Goodyear.
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Buckeye general plan update considers population growth
Consultant forecasts less open space in city by 2040
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
Buckeye won’t have as many of the open spaces that the city is famous for if a population forecast that exceeds 300,000 residents by 2040 is realized, according to a consultant who is coordinating the update of the city’s general plan.
Celeste Werner, vice president of the Phoenix-based Matrix Design Group, said the far West Valley city’s population growth — which she called “off the charts” in recent years — is expected to continue in the next 25 years.
“Much of that open space we see today may not be open,” Werner told Buckeye residents attending one of three public meetings Nov. 15 that are a step in the Imagine Buckeye General Plan 2040.
Buckeye’s population of 62,582 in 2015 is expected to grow to 313,000 by 2040, according to a forecast by the Maricopa Association of Governments.
That would mean 95,000 more housing units in the city, according to information provided by Matrix.
Residential development would help the city achieve goals of greater retail options and more jobs, Werner said.
“You need rooftops to have commercial and to have employment,” she said.
An update of the city’s general plan, which is required every 10 years, will help guide the development in the city and adjacent areas, a region that totals almost 600 square miles, sprawling 50 miles from north to south, Werner said.
Terri Hogan, deputy director of planning for the city, said Buckeye is about halfway through the process of updating the plan, which is expected to go to voters for approval in August 2018.
Werner said surveys of residents at earlier meetings revealed themes related to concerns for safe neighborhoods and preserving the natural environment.
The survey found:
• The top community priorities are a vibrant, sustainable economy, a safe community and mobility and connectivity. Werner said residents enjoyed living in Buckeye, but “have to have that mobility to get downtown to the Phoenix metropolitan area.”
• Things that residents like about the city include Buckeye’s affordability, natural environment and safe neighborhoods.
• Buckeye’s greatest assets were listed as the natural environment and the transportation corridor.
• The biggest threats were identified as the lack of jobs, water quality and availability and lack of shopping.
• The city’s top challenges are employment, public transportation and Buckeye’s downtown.
A vision statement to guide the general plan developed from input from earlier sessions says the city will offer “rural to urban lifestyles” with “diverse employment, housing, education and business opportunities.”
Werner said 44 percent of the land in Buckeye’s planning area is owned by private parties, with the rest being public land.
Less than 10 percent of the planning area is considered developed and about 45 percent of existing land is vacant, but about 60 percent of that land is planned for development, she said.
Open space water and agriculture make up the remaining land use.
Werner said 99 percent of the land currently used for agriculture is planned for future development.
Much of the development will occur in master-planned communities, Werner said. Buckeye currently has 25 similar developments.
Buckeye home values increased by 61 percent from 2000 to 2014, according to information provided by Matrix.
But Werner said the city still offers affordable housing, which she said “provides great opportunity for growth.”
Werner noted that Buckeye is a young city, with an average age of 30, which indicates it’s populated with young families and children.
“The school systems are going to have to keep up,” she said.
As part of the workshop, residents attending the event were asked to define Buckeye’s unique characteristics and identify areas for employment, community facilities and transportation improvements.
For information on the general plan update, visit imaginebuckeye2040.com.
Glenn Gullickson can be reached at ggullickson@westvalleyview.com.
Registration open for Christmas assistance
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People needing assistance through the holidays may qualify for A Christmas Cause 2016 Holiday Assistance Program sponsored by the Buckeye Super Heroes and the community.
To be eligible, people must show proof of residency in Buckeye, Arlington, Palo Verde or Tonopah. A DES/AHCCCS approval letter with children listed,
The Agua Fria Food & Clothing Bank invites you to join us this holiday season as we serve 1250 Holiday Boxes at our locations in Avondale and Tonopah! To serve the needy in the West Valley we need your help!
Please consider supporting this project. A donation of $45 fills a box and feeds a family for the holidays! Canned food items, frozen chickens, frozen hams, frozen turkeys, toys, or monetary donations are needed by December 18th for Christmas. For questions call 623-932-9315, email Aguafriafoodbank1227@aol.com or write P.O. Box 845 Avondale, AZ 85323. Physical donations can be dropped off at 405 East Harrison Dr. Avondale, AZ 85323 from 8am-12pm Monday-Friday.
or children’s birth certificates or immunization records and proof of income for 30 days must also be provided. All documents must be current. People can’t be registered for other holiday assistance programs.
Register at the Buckeye Family Resource Center, 210 S. Sixth St., Suite 700, Buckeye. For information, call 623-925-3911.
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Business Briefcase
by Shane McOwen staff writer
Welcome to the final Briefcase of November, folks. We’re down to the last month of 2016, which is pretty crazy unless you’re one of those people where time feels like it moves at the same speed, all the time.
I’m not one of them, but the good news is I get to crack open my new personal calendar notebook. My 2017 year begins with December 2016, apparently. I’m looking at it like I’m getting 13 months for the price of 12, which subsequently comes out to $0, since I didn’t pay for the one I’m using.
Don’t mention this transgression to my current planner, which will have a December with nothing planned out in it. I still have a few hours to break the news to it. Its year is over. Anyway, the first order of business is an update on an old friend.
Discount Trailer Guys, the custom trailer makers, were originally listed in the Nov. 16 Briefcase, but I had listed only the website as a way to contact them. Turns out, they’re in the middle of redoing the website, so if anything about the company tickled your fancy, give them a call at 623-363-6647.
Let’s get to the newbies.
Pioneer Title Agency has opened a new branch in the Verrado community in Buckeye at 4252 N. Verrado Way, Suite B-100.
The family-owned and operated business began in 1985, and has 52 offices across Arizona. The Buckeye location opened in October.
“Our services are broad and range from title insurance, title insurance background checks, homeowner’s policies and trustee’s sale guarantees to judicial guarantee reports, escrow services, developer services, land acquisition title research and insurance, construction loan title services and more,” Lesa Connell, business development manager, said in a release.
Pioneer is holding an open house to celebrate the opening from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 6 on location. A ribbon-cutting will also take place in January with the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce.
For information, visit pioneertitleagency.com or call the Buckeye office at 623-215-3182.
We’re going to the skies for our next business mention.
The Sonoran Aeroplane Co. is now operating out of the Glendale Municipal Airport, 6841 N. Glen Harbor Blvd.
This business is a little different than most that get listed in the Briefcase. Sonoran Aeroplane offers scenic flights for two passengers on a Waco YMF5C biplane. For us rookies, that’s a propeller plane with two wings stacked atop of each other. Think World War I era, or Wile E. Coyote attempting to drop some ACME TNT on The Road Runner.
The company offers five different flight options, starting with a quick joyride of about 10 to 12 minutes all the way to an hour-long custom journey across the Valley. Pilots Tim Gagnon and Michael Holm have logged more than 10,000 flight hours combined and are military veterans.
Anyone interested in seeing a different side of the Valley of the Sun can visit sonoranaero.com to check flight availabilities. Times listed on the calendar begin at 8 a.m. and end at 6 p.m., seven days a week. Flights can be booked online or by phone, and retired and active duty military, as well as first responders, get a 10 percent discount.
Sonoran Aero also offers sunset excursions for an additional fee on most flights.
For information, email info@sonoranaero.com or call 623-300-8030.
An income tax preparation service company will soon open up shop in the commercial complex at the southwest corner of Van Buren Street and Eliseo Felix Jr. Way. Just in time for tax season to get started! That’s all for this week, folks. Send tips, comments or questions to smcowen@ westvalleyview.com.
If you’re soaring above the skies in a biplane, be sure to wave! I’ll be looking out for you.
Take care, everyone.
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
Avondale recycling used cooking oil
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Avondale’s Public Works Department is collecting used cooking oil during the holiday season in an effort to reduce sewer blockages and overflows.
The recycling program will collect fats, oil and grease through the end of January.
The program was reinstated for a second holiday season after more than 500 gallons of used cooking oil was collected last year.
Avondale teams with Tera Verde Biofuel
for the recycling program, which has no cost to the city.
Tera Verde Biofuel uses the oil to make a clean alternative to conventional diesel fuel that may be used for fueling trucks, buses and other vehicles.
David Allred, Avondale’s environmental coordinator, said the city’s wastewater system is overloaded with fats, oil and grease during the holiday season.
“Not only does it cost the city money, but residents may have to call out a plumber,” Allred said in a press release.
All cooking oils are accepted, including frying oil, meat drippings canola oil, corn oil, lard, olive oil, peanut oil, sesame oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil and vegetable oil.
The city suggests these steps to recycle cooking oil:
• Let the oil cool down.
• Poor the cooled cooking oil into a
sturdy plastic leak-proof container, such as the original container.
• Cap the container so it is secure.
• Take full containers to the Municipal Operations Center, 99 E. Lower Buckeye Road, Avondale.
The drop-off location will be open 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. The service is not limited to Avondale residents.
For information, contact Allred at dallred@avondale.org or 623-333-4457.
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I’ve got the post election blues
There are quite a few things about this year’s presidential election that are troubling.
Those who know me might guess the biggest would be that Hillary Clinton lost, but they would be wrong.
My biggest problem with the election was that the two major parties forced us to make a choice between Tweedledee and Tweedledum. Neither candidate met the minimum standards to be a major party candidate for the most powerful position in the world.
These two candidates would be the type expected to be representing the minor parties such as the Green or Libertarian parties.
And because of this we were forced to decide which candidate’s deficiencies were less critical.
I was also dismayed that more voters didn’t agree with me that Trump had more of those deficiencies than Clinton. But I am absolutely willing to accept the outcome of the election and will wait to see what the new president actually does before criticizing what he might do. More states voted for Trump than voted for Clinton and regardless of the arguments against the Electoral College, this is the method we have always used to select our president. (“Indeed, it has been said that democracy is the worst form of government except all those other forms that have been tried from time to time.” — Winston Churchill.)
I am disappointed that so many of Trump’s detractors are demonstrating before he even takes the oath of office. From the interviews he has given so far, it seems like some of the rhetoric from the campaign was just that, rhetoric. And that the president-elect does not expect to follow through to the letter on some (or many) of the things his detractors found over the top.
And I am more disappointed with the hate speech that has intensified probably due to the bigots believing they have a mandate to condemn all the minorities that they hate. That isn’t what this country is about. Trump has spoken out against that since the election and needs to do more in that regard especially since he played to those feelings during the campaign.
I understand why undocumented immigrants are probably very worried that Trump may start to remove them from the country. But even Trump realizes that it will be nearly impossible to remove all 11 million illegal immigrants. He has suggested a much more modest plan already. He would start by attempting to remove the illegal immigrants who are felons. And even that will be a tough job, which will take years to accomplish. I wish the police agencies nationwide would make arresting all felons who are living in the country with existing warrants a priority. Every few months, the Maricopa County sheriff would make a show of rounding up people with existing felony warrants, but it was never an everyday priority. Taking felons off the street ought not to be a photo opp but a priority policing policy.
So I don’t think undocumented immigrants have as much to be afraid of as they think.
I think Trump’s ban on Muslims was much for show. He understands that the Constitution won’t allow such actions and even if he created executive orders in that regard, they would quickly be overturned in the federal court system.
I also am not afraid of a Trump administration’s policies as much as many liberals are. I have faith in Congress —senators and congressmen don’t want to do anything to begin with and they definitely don’t want to do anything that will affect their chances of re-election (and secondarily don’t want to do anything to hurt the country).
Paul Ryan is a thoughtful person and understands the ramifications of the actions Congress takes. I think he will be in control of much that goes on in Washington. He wasn’t afraid to distance himself from Trump during the election and won’t be afraid to take what he thinks is the right path in creating legislation.
It will be a tough four years (or more) for liberals, but it won’t be as bad as what they are preparing for.
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Editor:
Conservatives helped elect a man who claims who he can make America great by building a multi-billion-dollar border wall, expanding the military, and rebuilding infrastructure. Wow, that sounds like a stimulus plan! Mitch McConnell and the gang kept Obama on a tight fiscal leash. When America was hemorrhaging jobs and folks desperately needed help, they
demanded and got 40% of the 2009 stimulus to go to tax cuts. Will McConnell, Ryan and the gang now go along with Trumps liberal plans? What if they did, and it turned out that investing in America worked? That would mean Trump supporters in the Rust Belt and Deep South could have lived in a greater America years ago — if only their congressman hadn’t blocked progress. They suffered for eight long years.. and it turns out the black guy and his party were right all along.
Karla Thompson Avondale
Last is the new first
Editor: Initially it was the Trump Tower. Note:T is the first letter; P the last of his name After the election, it has become trumP Power. The ‘ower’ stays the same. Play with Rower or Mower if you choose. Uower is not a word!
Carl Deierling Goodyear
The people’s choice
Editor:
Hillary is the winner of the electorate Vote of the People
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We now have a Republican loser for President GOD help America!
Joe Campbell Avondale
Reading is essential
Editor:
In response to the question posed by Ms. Meggars’ grandson: “Why do we need to learn how to read?” My response is: “You can learn more about the world around you and become a better-educated person. If you do not learn to read, someone else will tell you how to think and how to live. You will lose your independence. You have to learn how to read in order to learn about mathematics. Without mathematics, we would not have the modern technology we have today; nor the advancements in medical science. Back in the 1400s, the literacy rate in Europe was about 12%. Some adults could not sign their names. They attributed disease and natural disasters, as being caused by “supernatural means.” It was not until “The Age of Science,” we had the explanation of this phenomenon. I can recommend some books to read, by the American novelist, Michael Crichton (1942-2008). Two of his wellknown work are “the Andromeda
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Strain,” and “Jurassic Park.”
In the novel, “the Andromeda Strain,” it is about a mysterious virus that came to the Earth, via a meteorite traveling through space. The virus wiped out a (fictitious) town in Arizona. Scientists (in biohazard suits) find two lone survivors of this epidemic: an old alcoholic and a Mexican-American baby. The virus caused people to die, in a matter of seconds, by turning their blood into a red powder. The reason the old man and the baby survived, was that their blood had an acidic PH. That was the common denominator.
Jurassic Park was about an island inhabited by live dinosaurs. Its’ anachronistic, since dinosaurs were wiped out in a mass extinction by an asteroid that crashed into the Earth about 136 million years ago: early man did not appear on Earth until 2 million years ago.
Laura Rivas Buckeye
Feeling left out on Veterans Day
Editor:
It is with a heavy heart that I write this letter to the editor.
Crandall-Palmer American Legion Post 61 was chartered in 1949 and has been located in the City of Avondale for over 65 years. I am a long term member of the Family of the American Legion Post 61 in Avondale. Our Veterans’ organization consists of over 1,000 members that include more than 600 VETERANS “proud” to have served and still serving our country in the United States Military. As a Veterans’ organization we are very proud of our past and ongoing support within our community as evidenced by our family member outreach act ivies over many years. Example, Thanksgiving dinner each year for over 800 people in our community. Annual Back Packs for community schools and the children in those schools who other- wise would not start their new year with needed school supplies.
And yet our American Legion post members were left out of this year’s event on Veterans Day. The
agenda for the 2016 Veterans Day Celebration sponsored by the City of Avondale and Estrella Mountain Community College includes our American Legion logos, notably without our permission, however our Post family members were not invited to participate in any of the day’s event and ceremony. In years past, and until now, we have always participated. Our Color Guard, our Ladies Auxiliary and most recently our American Legion riders have been included as an active program participant. As a resident of this community over the past ten years I would hope the officials responsible for the organization of this year’s Veterans Day celebration formally convey their sincere apology to our Community Veteran American Legion members.
Mary Hays
Crandall-Palmer American Legion Post 61 Ladies Auxiliary past president
Are you kidding me?
Editor:
The election is over, and the progressives are running around like “ a bunch of chickens with their heads cut off ” I heard on a non main stream media report that at Yale university the students, were it such distress, that they were allowed to skip classes the following day and find “ safe places ” in which to relieve their stress. The university also brought in “ therapy dogs ” like the ones you see at hospitals, so the students could be comforted. Additionally hundreds of students gathered together on the football field and participated in an hour long non stop, university sanctioned, scream and cry out . All this because Hillary lost the election. Talk about “ candy asses ”, Are you kidding me? Seriously, Are you kidding me ? True story Here is another one. After the election, the President of the University of Virginia send a memo to the entire student body asking for calm and unity for the nation. In her missile she quoted the wise words of Thomas Jefferson , American founding founder and founder of the school. Shortly thereafter a letter was sent to her, signed by hundreds of faculty members, asking her to not quote Thomas Jefferson in
further communications, because he Jefferson was a slave owner and should not be looked upon as a good person worthy of being quoted. Are you kidding me ? Seriously, Are you kidding me !
My conclusion is that the problem with our educational system as well as the nation as a whole can be summoned up in one word, which is PROGRESSIVE
! Check out the meaning of the words “ fifth column ” on google
Roy Azzarello Goodyear
Thanks for the votes
Editor:
Dear Voters and Community Members of the Tolleson Union High School District, THANK YOU! Because of your overwhelming support for our District, our Maintenance and Operation Budget Override passed! Thank you for making our students’ education a priority in this community. You have sent a strong message that you are truly invested in the education of our students and that you believe in a strong secondary education system that prepares students for college and career. You have made a huge difference in the lives of our students. And for that, I thank you. I also want to thank our Governing Board for being so supportive of our override efforts.
We look forward to the
promise we made to our voters and community. We will use this much-needed support to increase student achievement by funding AP and Honors courses for our students, ensuring manageable class sizes and providing necessary interventions needed to help students succeed. We will actively recruit, hire and retain Highly Qualified Teachers. We will proudly continue our dual enrollment classes to give students that want college credit, at the same time they are taking rigorous high school courses, a chance to get ahead. This override is important to the financial well-being and
continued fiscal operation of the District in supporting student achievement. I want to personally let this community know that TUHSD will be good stewards of the additional funds that you have provided us. TUHSD is proud to serve the students of Tolleson, Avondale, Glendale and Phoenix. We will continue sharing the positive news about TUHSD in this publication and via other media outlets in the future.
Thank you for your support.
Nora Gutierrez Tolleson Union High School District superintendent
Avondale kicking off holidays with Winterfest
Event set for Saturday evening along Western Avenue
by Glenn Gullickson staff writer
Avondale will slide into the holidays with a festival that includes Santa, lights, snow and a giant slide.
The city’s annual Winterfest will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday along Western Avenue in Historic Avondale.
New this year, a 60-foot slide will be one of the festival features, according to Christina Underhill, who is organizing the event as Avondale’s assistant director of parks, recreation and libraries.
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during last year’s Winterfest holiday celebration in Avondale. This year’s event is set for 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday along Western Avenue in Historic Avondale.
Underhill described the slide as similar to one that would be at a carnival, with riders of all ages using burlap sacks to make the trip to the ground.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at the festival aboard the “Polar Express” train and flip the switch on holiday lights in Sernas Plaza, 521 E. Western Ave.
The display includes lights that blink in sync with holiday music, which continues nightly through the first of the year.
Festival entertainment will be headlined by singer Rae Brown of the Alice Cooper Solid Rock Foundation, who will perform holiday tunes and cover songs.
Also performing will be the vocal ensemble from
Westview High School and students from the JuiceBox Dance Academy in Goodyear.
Those attending can play in the snow at Dennis Deconcini Park, 351 E. Western Ave., where 12 tons of the man-made white stuff will cover the ground.
Photos with Santa, crafts for children and a holiday storytime will also take place outside Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Ave.
Children can also ride a train through the festival.
Underhill said the free festival is expected to attract 2,000 to 3,000 people.
The event also serves to promote Western Avenue shops and restaurants, which will be open and decorated for a merchant holiday decoration contest.
Vendors and food trucks will also be set up along the street.
For information, visit avondale.org/events or call the Avondale Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department at 623-333-2400.
Glenn Gullickson can be reached at ggullickson@westvalleyview.com.
Goodyear sliding into season with Home Plate for the Holidays
Annual holiday event to be held Saturday at Goodyear Ballpark
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Santa Claus is sliding into Goodyear Saturday for the city’s annual Home Plate for the Holidays event from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way.
The event includes 40 tons of snow, the lighting of the Goodyear Christmas tree, performances by the Anderson Institute of Music, local vendors, stage performances and a variety of activities for children.
Admission and parking are free. Food and specialty activities will be available for purchase.
Santa will be available for pictures immediately following the tree lighting. Photos are free, but children
must have a wristband reservation for a specific time slot. Wristbands are available in front of the Team Shop on a first-come, first-served basis.
A free play area with 40 tons of snow will be divided into three age groups: 5 and younger, 6-10 and 11 and older.
Children can also play on a variety of inflatables for one ticket each. Tickets are three for $5 or $10 for an unlimited wristband.
For information, including a calendar of events, visit goodyearbp.com or call Goodyear Ballpark at 623-8823120.
Buckeye plans plethora of holiday season events
by Kourtney Balsan
special to the View
When it comes to spreading Christmas cheer, Buckeye has a variety of events to celebrate the holiday season.
“Tradition builds community, and our city is one that is rich with it,” said Miranda Gomez, recreation manager for Buckeye. “Many of our events, including the Hometown Holiday Boutique, have spanned over multiple decades, and we’re excited to be starting a new one with the Magic on Monroe.”
The Hometown Holiday Boutique is in its 21st year and has become a staple in Buckeye, Gomez said, adding that new activities have been added to keep it entertaining.
“This year, the event will feature 40 tons of snow, free to play in, along with pictures with Santa, pony rides and train rides,” Gomez said. “New this year, Seventh and Lark, as well as Origami Owl, will be on site to help people make quality holiday decorations and gifts.”
The event will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Sundance Crossings, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye.
Later that day, Magic on Monroe will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. at 6th St. Plaza, 517 E. Monroe Ave., Buckeye.
The new event will include a chocolate bar, train rides, ornament making, cookie decorating, caroling and surprise guests from 4 to 6 p.m. At 6 p.m., a screening of The Polar Express will take place, and a ceremonial lighting of the city’s Christmas tree will close out the night at 8 p.m.
“We invite kids to come dressed in their pajamas and ready for a night of the Polar Express, hot chocolate, jingle bells, holiday cheer and a bit of magic,” Gomez said.
Holiday events will continue in Buckeye through December, including Breakfast with Santa and the Glow on Monroe Electric Light Parade Dec. 10. Breakfast with Santa is a fundraiser for the American Legion Post 53. Youths and children at heart can share the most important meal of the day with Santa from 10 a.m. to noon at the post, 402 E. Narramore Ave., Buckeye.
The Glow on Monroe Electric Light Parade will light up historic downtown from 6:45 to 9 p.m. starting at Monroe Avenue and Second Street and going to Bayless Park, 300 E. Highway 85, Buckeye.
For information about city events, visit buckeyeaz.gov/events.
To have a booth at the Hometown Holiday Boutique, email Gomez at mgomez@buckeyeaz. gov.
Kourtney Balsan can be reached at Kbalsan@westvalleyview.com.
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Desert Edge 3rd at home tourney; Agua Fria wins conso title at Scorpion Shootout; 6A all-region football list
D-backs GM makes splash
by Casey Pritchard sports editor
The Arizona Diamondbacks’ new front office is already making waves, like cannonball jumpers into the Chase Field swimming pool.
General Manager Mike Hazen made his first deal for the D-backs last week, picking up pitcher Taijuan Walker and shortstop Ketel Marte from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for infielder Jean Segura, outfielder Mitch Haniger and relief pitcher Zac Curtis.
The deal is significant considering the D-backs’ pitching was atrocious last year. Arizona ranked last in the National League in several pitching categories, including the most significant one, ERA. When your staff is allowing 5.09 runs per game, it’s going to be difficult to consistently win, which was shown by a 69-93 record, just a game better than the worst in the league. The D-backs were also third from the bottom in home runs given up, and second to last in walks allowed.
Enter Walker, the signature piece in a deal that Hazen said was an opportunity the organization needed to take. He also went on to say that Walker is not one of those guys you’re able to acquire all the time.
Not a guy you’re able to acquire all the time? Walker’s numbers aren’t that impressive — 22-22 with a 4.18 career ERA in 357 innings pitched. That’s not by any means a small sample size. He’s only 24, so he could still blossom into a front-of-the-line rotation guy, but right now, this move doesn’t scream excitement, it screams mediocrity.
To be fair, the pool of free-agent pitchers this offseason isn’t tremendous, but then again, the D-backs’ organization appeared to hit the jackpot last year when landing both Shelby Miller and Zack Greinke coming off career years, and look how that panned out. Miller went 3-12 with a 6.15 ERA, and Greinke was 13-7 with a 4.37. The year before, Miller’s ERA was 3.02 and Greinke’s was 1.66.
It’s doubtful Walker’s ERA will balloon to twice as high as last year, but seeing how the Miller and Greinke moves panned out should be plenty to make D-backs fans pump the brakes over this acquisition.
The disappointing part of the trade is the D-backs had to give up Segura, who had the best season of his career. Segura batted .319, topped 200 hits, scored more than 100 runs, stole 33 bases and belted 20 homers and 41 doubles. That kind of production is exactly what you want out of your leadoff hitter, but I think the D-backs are banking on the fact that he won’t be able to replicate it.
Segura looked to have broken out with Milwaukee in 2013 when he hit .294 with 12 homers and 44 steals, but he put together two subpar seasons the following years, hitting .246 and .257 with 25 and 27 extra-base hits, respectively. The D-backs must be afraid that a regression like that is possible again.
Plus, the D-backs have some depth in the middle of the infield, which made Segura, who mostly played second base last year, expendable. Brandon Drury has shown promise as a utility player, but if A.J. Pollack and David Peralta stay healthy next season, his outfield time will be cut significantly and he’ll likely see most of his time in the infield. Phil Gosselin can also play second base, but will need to improve his offensive numbers to be a consistent contributor.
Marte, who plays shortstop, will likely be Nick Ahmed’s backup, but he’s not a very good defensive player and his power numbers are virtually nonexistent. Haniger showed some promise for the D-backs, homering five times in just 109 at bats last year, but he batted just .229. Curtis pitched 13.1 innings and walked 13, sporting a 6.75 ERA.
The keys to the trade were obviously Walker and Segura, so it’s really a matter of who pans out better. The D-backs are selling high on Segura and buying low on Walker, hoping to steal somebody they think can be an elite pitcher.
One thing is clear, the D-backs’ offense is capable of putting up runs, it’s just a matter of whether or not their pitching can hold them in games. If Walker doesn’t work out, the only waves he’ll be making will come from balls launched off him into the pool.
Casey Pritchard can be reached at caseypritchard@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @CaseyonSports.
Westview boys off to strong start on hardwood
Knights go 3-1, finish 2nd in East Valley tourney
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Westview boys basketball kicked off its season by finishing as runners up in the Welcome to the Jungle Holiday Tournament Nov. 21-25 at Gilbert High School.
The Knights went 3-0 in group play, defeating Gilbert Perry 59-57, Gilbert 51-47 and Gilbert Williams Field 67-55.
Westview dropped the tournament’s championship game Nov. 25 to Phoenix Pinnacle 73-68. The Knights led 37-30 at halftime, but Pinnacle scored 26 points in the third quarter, many on second-chance attempts.
“I just think we ran out of gas,” Westview coach Brendan McEvoy said. “It was a really big high going into the locker room, and then having to muster that energy again. In hindsight, [Pinnacle] was well rested because they were in foul trouble.”
The Knights built their early lead thanks to their defense. Westview’s length helped force turnovers that led to fast-break points.
“Our defense creates offense, and that’s something we didn’t really do much of last year,” McEvoy said.
“Because we’re so long, anytime you drive in [the lane], we’re getting deflections. If you do get a shot on us, there’s a long arm in your face.”
The Knights were also aggressive on offense in the half court, repeatedly driving to the basket rather than settling for jumpers. The trips down the lane resulted in enough fouls to put Westview in the double bonus.
“We got them in foul trouble early, which was one of the reasons we were able to build a lead in the first half,” McEvoy said. “We were very aggressive going to the hole, which was a big focus for us.”
Pinnacle outscored Westview 26-26 in the third quarter, and took the lead for the first time with 3:30 remaining in the frame thanks to a big contribution from freshman Nico Mannion. He scored 12 of his 20 points in the third.
Mannion is the leading scorer so far for Pinnacle, averaging 16.3 points per game.
“There were stretches where they couldn’t play him [because of foul trouble], which we were hoping was going to lead to him being rusty coming off the bench in the second half,” McEvoy said. “[That] obviously didn’t happen. He’s a tremendous player.”
Pinnacle kept its lead in the fourth quarter by hitting 13 of its 14 foul shots.
Westview’s D’maurian Williams led all scorers with 29 points on 9 of 18 shooting. He also had five rebounds and six assists. Brenden Van Dyke just missed a double-
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D’MAURIAN WILLIAMS, right, of Westview drives around Pinnacle’s Spencer Rattler Nov. 25 at Gilbert High School. The Knights made the championship game of the Welcome to the Jungle Holiday Tournament, but lost 73-68 to Pinnacle.
Lady Scorpions take 3rd in home tourney
Desert Edge opens season 3-1
by Casey Pritchard sports editor
Desert Edge kicked off its girls basketball season in fine form Nov. 25-26, taking third place in its home tournament, the Scorpion Shootout.
The Lady Scorpions went 3-1, knocking off Phoenix Thunderbird 37-28 in their third-place game.
“I like that our veterans are doing their jobs. For the most part, they’ve stepped up, and kids that were sophomores that are now juniors, and juniors that are now seniors and didn’t get much playing time or were in a role-playing situation last year, have stepped up to produce for us,” coach Heidi Behnke said.
Desert Edge’s other wins were 61-6 against Apache Junction and 57-37 against Maricopa. It lost to Phoenix Xavier College Prep 46-28 in the semifinals.
The Lady Scorpions spread the scoring wealth nicely over the weekend, getting five players who averaged between 5 and 6.7 points per game. Mackenzie Kinsel led the way at 11.7 points per game.
“With our post players, we have a few people that are in and out of getting some minutes, but we need to get some offensive contributions from them consistently so we can spread the wealth a little bit offensively, so it doesn’t all fall on a couple people’s shoulders,” Behnke said.
Kinsel and Brooke Polite are the two leading returning scorers from last year, as they averaged 9.4 and 7.2 points per game, respectively. Kinsel’s position has changed this year, and she’s already reaping the benefits.
“She played more of a four [power forward] for us last year, but because we have some size this year, we’re able to get her out to that three [wing] position,” Behnke said. “She’s taken more 3-pointers than she did all last year. We worked on her outside game, I told her she’s going to be taking those shots, and she’s stepped up and shot confidently.”
Kinsel had 163 shot attempts last year, two of which were 3-pointers. She’s 6 of 16 from downtown so far this season.
Polite, a point guard, averaged 6 points during the tournament. Behnke wants her to shoot the ball more frequently this season, she said.
“She’s definitely a playmaker, and we need to get her scoring up more, too,” Behnke said.
While a majority of Desert Edge’s scoring came from Kinsel and Polite, Behnke said she wants the team to be more balanced in its scoring.
“They do a good job of scoring, but when you have an inside-outside game, it makes it harder for people to defend,” she said. “We’re going to keep working on making sure we’re tough to guard inside and outside.”
Part of that success might come from junior Bryanna Brady. The 6-foot-3 center comes off the bench and gives Desert Edge something it hasn’t had in the past, a big post presence. However, Brady hasn’t played basketball in several years.
“She came and did some individual workouts with me in the fall, but our first scrimmage was the first time she got into a game situation in a long, long time,” Behnke said. “I think she’s seeing how she can contribute now, it’s just getting her mind and body to work together in terms of what she’s capable of doing. I think she’s frustrated already, but it’s going to take a little bit of time.”
Brady scored 11 points in the Lady Scorpions’ first game, and finished the tournament averaging 6.3.
“It’s just getting used to the physicality,” Behnke said.
While Brady is making an adjustment to playing inside, the guards also have to adjust in how they’ll get the ball to her.
“They always want to make bounce passes because we never had anyone big like that before and they never could make those kinds of passes,” Behnke said. “So, it’s training them and her, essentially, to work together to create opportunities for her.”
Defense
Defensively, Behnke was pleased with her team’s performance, but she thought the Lady Scorpions struggled with the press against Maricopa, she said.
“We were having a hard time on our rotations on the press,” Behnke said. “I knew they were going to be a small, athletic team, so we were going to give up some speed. So, since that’s where they got most of their points, I decided to take the press off and see how we did half court wise.
“Overall, I thought defensively, we did pretty good. Just a couple help spots we need to work on, and
defending the ball screen. It’s just going to take practicing those situations. There are definitely things defensively we can work at, but overall, it’s pretty good so far.”
Desert Edge’s first power-points game was Tuesday at Millennium. The result was unavailable at press time. The Lady Scorpions travel to Phoenix Sunnyslope at 7 p.m. Friday.
Last year, the Lady Scorpions went 15-15, losing to Tucson Ironwood Ridge in the first round of the Division II state playoffs. Desert Edge will play in 5A this year, but Behnke hasn’t set any goals for the season yet.
“In terms of my professional development, I’ve done some listening to some other coaches that said you can’t be a process-based coach if you have goals in mind, because they contradict each other,” she said. “I have big ideas of where we’d kind of like to be at, but I know we just need to focus on the process of things. If we can take care of some of those things that are more within our control, then the results will likely come.”
Casey Pritchard can be reached at caseypritchard@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @CaseyonSports.
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of Desert Edge gets hacked on the arm while going up for a shot against Apache Junction Nov. 25 in the first round of the Scorpion Shootout. Kinsel led the Lady Scorpions in points for the weekend, as they went 3-1 and captured third place.
Lady Owls win tourney consolation title
by Casey Pritchard sports editor
Agua Fria’s girls basketball team is young, but that youth has a lot of spark.
The Lady Owls used that to win the consolation championship of the Scorpion Shootout Nov. 25-26 at Desert Edge High School.
Agua Fria topped Glendale Copper Canyon 37-28 in the consolation title game.
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“We told them, this is four games of practice,” Agua Fria coach Sam Polvino said. “We might as well use it as practice in game situations. Win or lose, it doesn’t matter, practice to get better for next Friday.”
Friday is Agua Fria’s first game that counts toward the power-points rankings. The Lady Owls play at 7 p.m. at Surprise Shadow Ridge.
Agua Fria went 3-1 in the tournament, winning three straight after getting relegated to the consolation bracket with a 40-37 loss to Maricopa in the opener. The Lady Owls had a 26-19 lead at halftime, but couldn’t make it stand.
“We didn’t score in the third quarter,” Polvino said. “We kind of got frustrated a little bit; we missed half our free throws, that tells you that. No scoring, miss half your free throws and we still had a last second shot to tie it.”
Agua Fria bounced right back to post a dominant 52-7 win over Apache Junction. Freshman point guard Brooke Rodgers played well in that game, dashing her way to the hoop for some easy layups. She finished the game with 13 points.
“She’s just a great point guard,” Polvino said. “She has all the skills to be a leader and distributor, and that’s what we need. We have other kids who can finish, so that’s what we need.”
Two of those finishers are Sophia Dunne and Tynica Gilmore, who averaged 14 and 11 points per game, respectively, during the tournament. Both are sophomores.
“Tynica played last year as a freshman, and Sophia Dunne played freshman and some varsity last year,” Polvino said. “Those are the three that we have that we’re keying around.”
Despite having one freshman and two sophomores in the starting lineup, Polvino still has his eyes on the state playoffs.
“That’s what we’re hoping for,” he said. “We never said that has to be. We believe as coaches we can get there if they play to their potential, but they have to learn along the way. We’ll see.”
One thing that could help Agua Fria in achieving a postseason berth this year is its chemistry, which Polvino said is a strength.
“Since we started open gyms and practice, very good chemistry,” he said. “Friendships. That says a lot compared to what we’ve had in the past.”
Another strength of the team has been its hustle and athleticism, Polvino said.
“We have the athletes to do certain things that we haven’t in the past,” he said. “We’ll see how far it goes.” Areas in which the Lady Owls need to improve revolve around the fundamentals of the game, Polvino said.
“We’re going to get a lot of layups and we have to make them,” he said. “We preach layups and free throws all the time.”
Turnovers are another critical area, especially with how young the team is, Polvino said.
“It’s the little things, as far as when to dribble, when not to dribble,” he said. “Certain kids have an issue with that.
“Also, making the correct pass. We stress bounce passes a lot, yet at certain times of the game, it gets tipped because it’s not a bounce pass. Fundamentals.”
The Lady Owls’ other tournament victory was 46-30 against Glendale Raymond S. Kellis.
Agua Fria competes in the Desert West Region of 5A with district sister schools Verrado and Desert Edge. Phoenix Barry Goldwater, Glendale Deer Valley and Lake Havasu also compete in the region. Last season, Agua Fria went 19-10 and sneaked into the Division III playoffs in the final spot, losing in the first round to Winslow.
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BROOKE RODGERS, 1, of Agua Fria drives down the court Nov. 25 with the help of a pick from teammate Jerri King on Maricopa’s Clara Morris. Rodgers was the Lady Owls’ third leading scorer as they took the consolation championship of the Scorpion Shootout.
Verrado splits 4 games in Scorpion Shootout
Lady Vipers build momentum as tournament progresses
by Casey Pritchard sports editor
Verrado’s girls basketball team had a rough opening day to the Scorpion Shootout Nov. 25-26 at Desert Edge High School, but the Lady Vipers bounced back to win both their games the second day of the tournament, finishing 2-2.
Verrado coach Vernon Beard said the tournament was like a glorified exhibition to help get the girls ready for the power-points games that really matter.
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“It’s kind of like a last practice, so we got to see what we did well and we’re able to get ready for Tuesday and work on the things we didn’t do so well, from a practice standpoint,” Beard said. “It was fun to get out there and work off some of that turkey.”
Verrado opened the tournament with a 46-31 loss to Yuma Gila Ridge. The Lady Vipers jumped out to an 18-12 lead after the first quarter against Gila Ridge, but the offense sputtered the rest of the way. Immediately following the game, Beard and the Verrado players had a meeting in the stands.
“We just talked about doing things we do from a practice standpoint, doing it in a game and understanding the situations we need to be in,” Beard said.
Beard said the team also talked about adjustments that needed to be made.
“Everything that happened in these four games we’ll see in the next 18 games that matter,” Beard said. “My thing is, now, you’ve got experience with it, let’s use that experience so the next time that situation occurs, you know exactly what to do because you’ve been a part of it. This was a great four games for us, I believe.”
Verrado lost its second game of the tournament by just one point, 31-30, to Glendale Copper Canyon. After that, the Lady Vipers beat Prescott and Peoria Sunrise Mountain. Beard said his team definitely improved from the first game to the last, especially on offense.
“Defense is a little bit easier, comes easier than offense, and I think we progressed with our offense all four games,” Beard said. “We continue on that type of positive slope, things should go our way. It was a great four games for the young ladies. They got to play a lot of minutes, go over their stuff, they got to see a lot. If I run it and run it, and continue to run it, good things will come. They saw that.”
Returning core
Verrado has a majority of its starting lineup back this year, as only one senior graduated. The Lady Vipers also have a healthy Ebony Johnson, who injured her knee and missed most of last season.
“That’s real big,” Beard said of having Johnson back. “I think she’s going to do big things. The injury, she’s physically healed from it, but like anybody, there’s going to be some apprehension just because you were 100 percent used to doing one thing, and now there are changes with your body. But she’s figuring it out and I
look for her to do big things. She’s excited, she’s healthy. She’s going to be a great asset for us.”
Guard Veronica Enriquez also returns, and has been deemed the mom of the team.
“Over the years, I always have team nicknames, it happens over things, and her name is ‘mom,’” Beard said. “Think of the relationship you have with your mother and everything she does for you, that’s what Veronica does for us and our basketball team. She takes care of us on and off the floor. That’s what she does well, and she’s ready to be mom of the team, get us in our offense. She’s been in the program long enough now that she knows when to run, when to slow down.”
Senior Shelby Lax is another returning player. She missed the tournament because she was out of town over the holiday, but averaged 12.5 points per game as a junior last year. Her absence from the tournament helped give Beard a chance to look at some other players.
“That’s what made this weekend even better for everybody else, because Shelby will get a lion’s share of
the minutes this year, so a lot of other people got to play this week and see what they can do,” Beard said. Verrado went 24-6 last year in Division III, but was eliminated in the first round of the playoffs. This season, the Lady Vipers will compete in 5A’s Desert West Region. Beard said he’s really excited about the season.
“The beginning of the season is like Christmas Eve,” Beard said. “At 7 o’clock on Tuesday night, I get to open up my gifts. So it’s a very exciting time, I’m looking forward to seeing what the young ladies are going to do, what I’m going to do. They go out and try to win game one, and we’ll get to the rest of the season when the rest of the season comes.”
Verrado opened its slate of power-points games Tuesday hosting Gilbert Williams Field. Results were unavailable at press time. The Lady Vipers’ next game is at 7 p.m. Thursday when they host Scottsdale Chaparral.
Casey Pritchard can be reached at caseypritchard@westvalleyview.com.
View photo by Mike Rincon
EBONY JOHNSON, bottom right, of Verrado battles for the ball Nov. 25 with Gila Ridge’s Kiyah Stewart. The Lady Vipers lost the first two games of the Scorpion Shootout, but won their last two.
6A schools honored through all-region teams
Vasko named Southwest Region Player of Year
by Shane McOwen sports writer
Westview, Millennium, Tolleson and La Joya football each had players named to the Arizona Interscholastic Association’s 6A Southwest Conference all-region first and second teams for the 2016 season.
Westview coach Nick Gehrts, Coach of the Year, and running back Tyler Vasko, Player of the Year, were given top honors, and La Joya linebacker Aaron Murphy was voted Defensive Player of the Year.
Vasko was the focal point of Westview’s offense this season, amassing 2,055 yards and 23 touchdowns. Vasko eclipsed the 2,000-yard mark for the second straight year and leaves Westview as the school’s all-time leading rusher.
“He’ll never say it, but he’s absolutely deserving of it,” Gehrts said. “I really think he should be considered for big school player of the year. That’s my opinion. I don’t think he’ll get the recognition for it, but he’s up there with the best.”
Gehrts challenged the notion that Vasko is a system player in Westview’s runheavy scheme.
“You put his numbers up against any of those other guys, he’s right there with them, if not better,” Gehrts said.
Gehrts took home Coach of the Year honors in his first season at the school. Westview went 8-3, 5-0 in region play.
“My honest opinion, it’s more of a recognition of the kids and the coaching staff,” Gehrts said. “I’m humbled to be honored as the region Coach of the Year, but it’s more so for the coaching staff and the kids doing what they were supposed to do and winning the region.”
Murphy was second in the region in total tackles with 107, behind Millennium’s Patrick O’Connell and his 123. Murphy led the region in solo tackles, 74. He also recorded one sack, one fumble recovery and had one blocked kick.
Millennium
Millennium had seven players named to the first team: three on offense, two on defense and two on special teams.
Offensive lineman Keith Tucker, receiver Cameron Taylor and tight end Raymond Pauwels earned first-team
selections on offense.
Taylor led the Tigers with 716 yards receiving and seven touchdowns on 35 catches. Pauwels caught 37 passes for 449 yards and six scores.
O’Connell earned first-team at linebacker, while Micheal Garverick earned the accolade as a defensive back. Garverick had 87 total tackles to go along with three interceptions.
Aidan Diggs took first-team honors as a kickoff return specialist. Diggs returned two kicks for scores and averaged 44.7 yards per return on 15 attempts.
Hunter Nemeth-Williams was named first-team kicker for Millennium. NemethWilliams was a perfect 16 of 16 on extra
points and was 7 of 14 on field goals, with a long of 49.
Taylor and Pauwels were also named to the second team as a defensive back and long snapper, respectively.
Jeremiah Russell and Frankie Hollinquest (defensive line), Anthonie Cooper (offensive line) and Melo Johnson (running back) all earned second-team honors for Millennium.
Westview
Westview had eight players selected to the first team.
Offensive linemen Issac Perez and Alec Williams were selected along with receiver Daryl Stagger and running back
Efrain Arechiga. Stagger led the Knights in receiving with 31 receptions for 544 yards and six touchdowns. Arechiga carried the ball 81 times for 769 yards and eight touchdowns.
Defensive back Delano Bryan, defensive linemen Dominick Russell and Previn Loyd and linebacker Abram Chapa took first-team honors for defense.
Loyd had 12 sacks, averaging just more than one per game.
“I thought we were really well represented,” Gehrts said. “The guys that got it were very deserving.”
Defensive back Antonio Gilbert,
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View photo by Mike Rincon
TYLER VASKO, 10, of Westview stiff arms a Desert Ridge defender Nov. 4 during the first round of the 6A state playoffs. Vasko was named the Southwest Region Player of the Year after recording 2,055 yards and 23 touchdowns.
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defensive lineman Deonsaye Dean, linebacker Ricky Tran, offensive lineman Jomari Santos, quarterback Ryan Martinez and running back Orange Mooney were all named to the region’s second team.
Tolleson, La Joya
The Wolverines had six players named to the first team.
Dallas Dixon earned a spot on the first team as a receiver. He caught 56 balls for 1,021 yards and nine touchdowns.
Offensive lineman Angel Torres was the other offensive first-team selection.
Defensive lineman Ezekiel Williams and linebacker Jose Corona were Tolleson’s first-team defensive selections.
Corona was also named to the first team as a long snapper, the only player in the
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region to get multiple first-team honors.
Trey Johnson also earned a special teams spot as kick returner. Johnson averaged 24.2 yards on 17 returns.
Tolleson had three players earn five selections on the second team. Dixon was named as a defensive back and punter. He had five interceptions and averaged 33.8 yards per punt, with a long of 53.
Kylon Hawkins earned second-team honors as a linebacker and tight end.
Miguel Vasquez was second-team placekicker.
Besides Murphy, La Joya didn’t have anyone named to the region’s first team.
The Lobos did have six players honored on the second team: Fernando Garcia (defensive back), Anthony Nikias and Devin Dourisseau (defensive line), Alejandro Ceja (offensive line), Hunter Older (receiver) and Davon Jones (running back).
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
double, scoring 17 points and grabbing nine rebounds. Robert Hernandez scored seven, while Josh Tafoya and Christian Diaz each added six for the Knights.
Williams and Van Dyke were also named to the alltournament team.
McEvoy said he was proud of the effort all week from his team.
“We’re truly honored to take the court against a team like Pinnacle and compete on their level and have a chance to beat a team that’s a perennial favorite,” he said.
Early tournament
The Knights went through their first three games unscathed, winning two close ones against Perry and Gilbert before beating Williams Field handily.
“Two and a half of those games, we played lights out,” McEvoy said.
The Knights will certainly welcome the good start to the season after last year’s 6-20 campaign in which Westview was 1-7 in games decided by four points or less.
“Eight months, 10 months ago, I don’t know if I thought we’d be in this position,” McEvoy said. “The chemistry came together in the fall. Our defense has been much more aggressive.”
It all starts on defense for the Knights.
“We are a great defensive team,” McEvoy said. “We have so much size, we can switch everything and that ruins everybody’s offense. When we switch, all screens go away. The screens are ineffective.”
Westview can trot out lineups of five players all 6-foot-4 and taller, with 6-7 Van Dyke in the middle.
“Brenden Van Dyke changes us,” McEvoy said. “Him coming in at 6-7 makes a big difference. It lets us put some of our longer guys further out.”
What guards Tafoya and Robert Hernandez lack in size, they more than make up for in quickness.
“There’s no excuse for an off defensive night,” McEvoy said. “If we can keep the other team from scoring, we can live with some off nights offensively.”
One of McEvoy’s goals for the season is to continue to develop the bench to give Westview more options as the season moves along, he said.
“I would say it’s our job to continue to develop our depth, so if injuries or anything else comes up, we can sub deeper,” he said. “I think we’ve got that. Our freshman team went 17-1 [last year], and that was with
two kids playing up, and another [missing the season] after six games. They just have to get used to the speed of the game. Some of those sophomores will really help us if we need it.”
Westview has a talent-filled roster that works especially well with one another, McEvoy said.
“We can run up,” he said. “D’maurian’s a great finisher. Brenden’s a great finisher. John Jamison is great at hitting 3s in transition. Hernandez is the same way. Josh Tafoya is really good at handling the ball in transition.
“We’ve got nice pieces, and they fit well together.”
Last season ultimately took its toll on coaches and players with all of the close losses, but this year, the team is focusing on keeping its collective mind right, McEvoy said.
“We don’t lose this year,” he said. “We either win, or we learn.”
Westview had the weekend to practice that mantra before facing Scottsdale Horizon Tuesday. The result was not available at press time.
The Knights are back on the court Dec. 6 for their home opener against Phoenix Alhambra.
Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @ShaneMcOwen.
View photo by Mike Rincon
AARON MURPHY, 30, of La Joya makes a catch Oct. 28 against Tolleson. Murphy was named the 6A Southwest Region’s Defensive Player of the Year.
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.
Paid Listings for 9 Days
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.
Job Readiness Assistance
Story time
Toddlers ages 2 to 4 accompanied by an adult can enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage emerging language skills at 11:15 a.m. every Wednesday at the Buckeye Library Downtown Branch, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Baby time
Take your babies from birth to 23 months to enjoy songs, activities, rhymes, books and playtime starting at 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays at the Buckeye Library Downtown Branch, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Computer classes
Learn the basics of operating a computer from 6 to 7 p.m. every Wednesday in the Program Room at the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Suite 116, Bu ckeye. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Community Bingo
The Rotary Club of Buckeye sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
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meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N Sarival Ave., Goodyear. For information, call Stacey at 623-979-1775.
Boy Scout meeting
Boy Scout Troop No. 263 meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays at First Southern Baptist Church, 405 Third St., Bu ckeye. The troop is looking for boys between the ages of 11 and 18 who are interested in outdoor activities, learning new skills and becoming leaders. For information, call Trina Stark at 623-693-8624.
Community Bingo
The Goodyear White Tanks Rotary Club sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
Grief support group
A grief support group meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Thursday at Desert Springs Community Church, 14440 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear. For information, call Angela at 623-435-2105.
Taking Turns Toybrary
Book signing
Author Audrey C. Johnson McCurdy and Illustrator Henry Bosak will be signing their children’s book Oh, I can be that with ESA! ESA Bella that is from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Ave., Avondale.
Safety in a digital world
Adults can learn how inappropriate use of technology can result in criminal charges, specific apps that can hide information and how people can access personal information during a class titled Caregivers of children: Safety in a digital world from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required at mcldaz.org.
Read to a dog
Youths can read to Manda, a certified therapy dog, at 4 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required at mcldaz.org.
The Care1st Avondale Resource Center opens the doors to its Taking Turns Toybrary from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays at 328 W. Western Ave., Avondale. Families can check out fun, educational toys for up to two weeks with a photo ID. For information, call 623-333-2703.
In Stitches in Goodyear meets
In Stitches in Goodyear meets at 1:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Goodyear Library, 14455 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear. Share ideas, tips and patterns with other crochet, knitting and sewing enthusiasts. Novice to advance needle crafters are welcome. Some basic instruction in needle crafts will be available. For information, call 602-652-3000.
ESL Cafe
Participants can practice their English or Spanish skills from 5 to 6:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Buckeye Public Library, 310 N. Sixth St., Buckeye. Spanish will be spoken for the first half and English for the second.
St. Peter’s RePete Boutique
St. Peter’s RePete Boutique thrift store is open from 9 a.m. to noon every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with the exception of holidays, at 400 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park.
Stick Puppet Pals
Children ages 3 to 11 can create original stick puppets during the Stick Puppet Pals workshop at 10:15 a.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. Registration is required at mcldaz.org.
Advanced digital photography class
People can learn how to perfect their digital photography skills from 1 to 4 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell.
Code Club
Youths ages 8 to 13 can learn how to code computer games and websites during Code Club at 4:30 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required at mcldaz.org.
Blood Drive
United Blood Services will hold a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Estrella Mountain Community College, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. To sign up to donate, call 1-877-827-4376 or visit bloodhero.com.
Avondale and Goodwill of Central Arizona are offering job readiness assistance from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Ave., Avondale. A career adviser is at the center each Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. No registration or scheduling is required. For information, call 623-333-2703.
Fitness in the Park Buckeye hosts Fitness in the Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.
Citizenship class
People wanting to become U.S.citizens are invited to a free class from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday at the Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Ave., Avondale.
Converse and immerse Join in an afternoon of conversation in different languages at 4 p.m. every Wednesday at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren St., Suite C-101, Goodyear.
Domestic violence support groups
New Life Center offers free confidential support groups for those who have experienced domestic violence. The meetings are held Monday evenings, Tuesday mornings, Wednesday afternoons and Friday afternoons, with varying times and confidential locations. For information, call 623-932-4404, Ext. 123.
Starting a successful business
The Buckeye Public Library is holding a series of workshops about starting a new successful business with the Arizona State University Start-up School for Entrepreneurs from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye. To register, email eon@buckeyeaz.gov.
Meet with Rep. Ruben Gallego
U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-District 7, has a representative from his office available from 9 to 11 a.m. the first Thursday of each month at Tolleson City Hall, 9555 W. Van Buren St., Tolleson. For information, call 602-256-0551.
Entrepreneur round-up
Entrepreneurs are invited to meet other local small business owners at 8 a.m. the first and third Thursday of the month at Rudy’s Country Store and BBQ Restaurant, 845 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. The group supports the growth of small business in the West Valley, allowing participants to inform the group about their business and services. Owners or managers of all types of businesses are encouraged to attend. For information, email Kevin George at kevin@mrfranchiseadvice. com.
Quilters Anonymous meets Quilters Anonymous, a chapter of the Arizona Quilters Guild,
Al-Anon Stepping Stones
Al-Anon Stepping Stones meets at 7 p.m. every Thursday at Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N. Sarival Ave., Goodyear.
Small business mentoring
Goodyear is offering one-onone mentoring for business owners and entrepreneurs from 10 a.m. to noon every Tuesday and 1 to 3 p.m. every Thursday.To schedule a mentoring appointment, email darah. mann@goodyearaz.gov.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step program modeled after Alcoholics Anonymous, meets at 6 p.m. every Thursday at the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, 508 E. Monroe Ave., Buckeye. The goal of the group is to address and work toward recovery. For information, call 623-693-6244.
Baby time
Take your babies to an interactive program that introduces board books, music and art to babies and toddlers. There will be educational toys, socialization and self-expression in a comfortable environment. Baby time is designed for children from birth to 2 years old. Baby time runs from 10:15 to 11 a.m. Thursdays at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell.
Friday West Valley Nativity Festival
Everyone’s invited to welcome the Christmas season at this year’s West Valley Nativity Festival from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Goodyear Stake Center, 425 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear. The event will feature about 400 nativity scenes and a variety of entertainment. For information, visit WestValleyNativity.com.
Genealogy assistance
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.
Texas Hold’em tournaments
The American Legion Post 53 hosts Texas Hold’em tournaments at 7 p.m. the first and third Friday of the month in Hazelton Hall at 402 E. Narramore Ave. in Buckeye. For information, call 623-327-0227 or email legionpost53@gmail.com.
First Fridays for home schoolers
Home schoolers ages 6 and older are invited to join the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, at 2 p.m. the first Friday of the month for “Fabulous First Fridays for Homeschoolers” for a variety of hands-on activities. To register, visit mcldaz.org.
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to noon the first Saturday of the month at 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. Legion members can rent a table for $5 and nonmembers for $10. For information, call Pam at 623-932-6587.
Youth gaming day
Youths 10 to 18 can join in a video game and board game day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the first Saturday of the month at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell.
Cody’s Reading Pack
Young readers can build confidence by reading to therapy dogs during “Cody’s Reading Pack” at 10 a.m. the first Saturday of the month at the Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye. Readings are by appointment for 15-minute sessions. To reserve an appointment, call 623-349-6300.
Buckeye DAR chapter meets
Daughters of the American Revolution, Buckeye Chapter, meets the first Saturday of the month at the Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, 508 E. Monroe Ave., Buckeye. Contact Linda Davis at GDavis1003@aol.com if you are interested in attending, becoming a member or learning more about the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Button Hooks Button Club
The Button Hooks Button Club is hosting its monthly meeting starting at 10 a.m. the first Saturday of the month at the Clubhouse Meeting Room at Good Samaritan Care Center, 10323 W. Olive Ave., Peoria. The meeting is for those interested in collecting and/or learning about buttons. For information, call Mary at 623-972-9028.
Texas Hold’em games
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Home Plate for the Holidays
Goodyear’s Home Plate for the Holidays event will be from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear. The event will feature the city’s annual tree lighting, elementary school choirs, reindeer games and snow. For information, visit goodyearbp.com/events.
West Valley Nativity Festival
Everyone’s invited to welcome the Christmas season at this year’s West Valley Nativity Festival from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Goodyear Stake Center, 425 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear. The event will feature about 400 nativity scenes and a variety of entertainment. For information, visit WestValleyNativity.com.
Magic on Monroe
Magic on Monroe will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. at 6th Street Plaza, 517 E. Monroe Ave., Buckeye. Activities will include cookie decorating, a hot chocolate bar and ornament making. The event will conclude at 8 p.m. with the ceremonial Christmas tree lighting.
Avondale Winterfest
Piles of snow, entertainment, holiday shopping, crafts and children’s activities will be featured at Avondale Winterfest from 5 to 8 p.m. along Western Avenue in Historic Avondale. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at the festival aboard the “Polar Express” train and flip the switch on holiday lights in Sernas Plaza, 521 E. Western Ave.
Hometown
Holiday Boutique
Buckeye’s Community Services Department is hosting its 21st annual Hometown Holiday Boutique from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sundance Crossings, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye. For information, visit bu ckeyeaz. gov/events.
American Legion
Post No. 61 yard sale
The American Legion Post No. 61 holds a yard sale from 7 a.m.
Texas Hold’em games are held at 6 p.m. every Saturday in the Butler Bistro Room at the American Legion Post 53, 402 E. Narramore Ave. in Buckeye. For information, call 623-327-0227.
Community Bingo
The Rotary Club of Buckeye sponsors Community Bingo at 5 p.m. every Saturday at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
Sunday
Adult Children of Alcoholics
The support group Adult Children of Alcoholics meets at 5 p.m. every Sunday at the Litchfield Park First Baptist Church, 901 E. Plaza Circle, Litchfield Park.
Group meditation class
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 400 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, hosts a group meditation class from 5 to 6 p.m. Sundays. The class is designed for those desiring to learn meditation or deepen their practice. All faiths are welcome. For information, call the Rev. Gae Chalker at 623-935-3279 or visit stpetersaz.com.
Community Bingo
The Goodyear White Tanks Rotary Club sponsors Community Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Sundays at 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 108, Goodyear. Doors open at 5 p.m.; cost is $21 per person for all 18 games (paper). Daubers and Power Bingo King electronics are available. Proceeds raised benefit local charities. For information, call 623-512-8878.
Bingo
The Knights of Columbus 4737 of American Legion Post 61 at 35 N. Dysart Road in Avondale hosts bingo games at 6:45 p.m. every Sunday. There are 16 games at a cost of $16, which include Quickies, Early Bird games and a $1,000 progressive game. Proceeds are donated to charity. For information, call 623-877-9732 or 602-316-2886.
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Laura’s Burgers and More is finally open!
We invite the community to attend our grand opening this Saturday, December 3rd on Western Avenue in Historic Avondale. We will have car clubs attending, a DJ, a customer appreciation raffle, as well as offer special discounts on menu items. We will also be selling gift certificates and Laura’s Burgers and More t-shirts. The ribbon cutting ceremony will begin at 9:30am and we will open for business at 10am till 6pm. Laura’s Burgers and More opened on October 18th and we thankfully have received an abundance of support from our community, friends and family. Laura was born, raised and still lives in Avondale. It was Laura’s lifelong dream to open her own restaurant and share her love for cooking with her community. Her goal is to provide quality food at a fair price, provide excellent customer service and promote community engagement.
Laura serves American comfort food with lots of love. The burgers are made with 1/3 pound angus chuck beef and toasted brioche buns. Favorite menu items include our signature chorizo burger with a fried egg, the thousand island burger, BBQ bacon burger, sonoran dog, BLT, frito pie and chili cheese fries. You can taste the quality ingredients in our food and we already have the repeat customers to prove it.
Laura’s is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm. Call in orders welcome (623-932-2016). Please like us on Facebook for updates and specials. We look forward to seeing you soon!
at the Community Room at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear. Prizes will be awarded in five categories. The event costs $15. To register, call Kristen at 623-882-7525.
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Monday Tinker Time at the Library
Youths 8 and older can tinker around with Tinkercad, a 3D design and printing software, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required at mcldaz.org.
Avondale City Council meets
The Avondale City Council meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Monday of the month at 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale.
Crazy 8s club
The Crazy 8s club meets from 4 to 5 p.m. every Monday at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren, Suite C-101, Goodyear. The club is open to third- through fifth-graders who want to learn about math in new ways, including building projects, making music and other techniques.
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ciation hosts its monthly meeting at noon the first Tuesday of the month at Golden Corral Buffet, 420 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear. All retired school employees are welcome to attend. For information, call Patsy Cone at 623-386-3664 or 623-210-4880.
Story time
Toddlers ages 2 to 4 accompanied by an adult can enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage emerging language skills at 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. every Tuesday in the Program Room at the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Suite 116, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Baby time
Take your babies from birth to 23 months to enjoy songs, activities, rhymes, books and playtime starting at 9:15 a.m. Tuesdays in the Program Room at the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W.Yuma Road, Suite 116, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Bingo
The Legislative District 19 Democrats of Maricopa County meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at Tolleson City Library, 9555 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson. The district includes most of Avondale, all of Tolleson and a portion of southwest Phoenix from Interstate 10 up to 35th Avenue. Its purpose is to support the state’s Democratic representatives, senators and all other elected Democrats on city councils and school boards. For information, call Chair Juli Myers at 570-837-9668 or email ld19dems@gmail.com.
Tolleson Elementary School Board meets
The Tolleson Elementary School District Governing Board meets at 6 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at the district office, 9261 W. Van Buren St., Tolleson. For information, visit tollesonschools.com.
District 29
Democrats meet
The Legislative District 29 Democrats meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the Maryvale Community Center Arts and Crafts Room, 4420 N. 51st Ave., Phoenix.
Thursday
Goodyear woman wins new car on The Price is Right
by Kourtney Balsan special to the View
A Goodyear woman recently drove away a winner from The Price is Right
trying.”
“I was very, very surprised. I thought I felt a spirit for a minute. I just had to thank Jesus and I took off running,” 48-year-old Lula Chan said.
Growing up, Chan’s family sat around the television together watching The Price is Right, she said, adding that it is still just as important in her life today.
Chan found her success playing the game “The Switcheroo,” in which prices for five prizes (a car and four smaller items) are shown on a board with the tens digit missing from each. The contestant is given five blocks with numbers on them representing the missing digits, and has 30 seconds to fill them in correctly in order to win the prizes. She can either walk away with prizes for the correct numbers or “Switcheroo” and attempt to correct any mistakes within another 30 seconds.
“Drew asked, ‘Don’t you wanna win just the car?’ And I said, ‘Oh no. I want to try to win it all,’” Chan said.
After her first 30 seconds was up, the buzzer showed she only guessed one correct price, so she decided to “Switcheroo.”
Duet’s Caregiver
Buckeye City Council meets
The Buckeye City Council meets at 6 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month at Buckeye City Hall, 530 E. Monroe Ave., Buckeye.
Sewing for Babies meets in Tolleson
The Tolleson community sewing group Sewing for Babies will meet at 11 a.m. at 5316 N. 106th Drive, Avondale. The group makes preemie hospital clothing, quilts for isolettes in the hospital and burial layettes. Participants are asked to take a sewing machine and supplies and food to share for a potluck. For information, call 623-936-3412.
Retired school employees group
The Saguaro Unit of the All Arizona State Retirement Asso-
The American Legion Post No. 61 at 35 N. Dysart Road in Avondale hosts bingo games at 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays. The schedule of 17 games includes Quickies, Early Bird games and a $1,000 progressive game at a cost of $17. Proceeds are donated back to area youths and veterans. Call 623-932-4960 for information.
Toastmasters meeting
Estrella Toastmasters meets at 6:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce, 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. Toastmasters helps people become more effective speakers and confident leaders. The meetings are open to the public and free to attend.
Support West Valley Duet is holding its Caregiver Support West Valley group for caregivers to talk and ask questions from 10 to 11 a.m. at Skyway Church of the West Valley, 14900 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear. For information, or if you are planning to attend for the first time, call 602-274-5022.
Meet, Greet & Eat
“We grew up watching The Price is Right with my father, and God bless him, he was just like Drew [Carey],” Chan said, referring to the show’s host. “He brings the excitement to The Price is Right, and my father used to make us sit down with the 4-by-6 postcard to mail in. We used to fill those out with my father, so he could be a contestant.”
Chan was at the show with her sister, who was celebrating her 50th birthday.
“I got to playing with those numbers and looking around the audience trying to see if my sister would give me some type of clue because you cannot hear. It’s so exciting in there,” Chan said. “I put my hand on the number seven and the crowd was like, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah.’ and my sister said that. Then I put the three at the top and the seven at the bottom and just as the buzzer was ringing, my hand was on the seven.”
Three was the number that kept repeating in her mind, Chan said.
“All I kept seeing was a three, three, three,” she said. “It was a last-minute thing and my hand was on the seven putting it down at the bottom.”
The buzzer rang again to show she still only guessed one correct price.
Wednesday Library holiday event
Everyone’s invited to celebrate the holidays with Santa and the library staff during the Holiday Family Cheer event from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale.
Lunch and Bunco
Adutls 40 and older are invited to eat lunch and play a game of Bunco from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Meet, Greet, & Eat runs from noon to 1 p.m. following a free potluck lunch at 11:30 a.m. at Christ Community United Methodist Church, 104 W. Western Ave., Avondale. Call 623-9323480 for information or visit myccumc.com.
Saddle Mountain
School Board meets
The Saddle Mountain Unified School District Governing Board meets at 6 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at the district office, 38201 W. Indian School Road, Tonopah. For information, visit smusd90. org.
Union Elementary
School Board meets
The Union Elementary School District Governing Board meets at 6 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at the district office, 3834 S. 91st Ave., Tolleson. For information, visit unionesd.org.
“When Drew stated, ‘Happy Birthday,’ I said, ‘No, no, no, no, no. It’s not my birthday. It’s my sister’s birthday.’ And he said, ‘Well, we are going to celebrate your birthday. How about it be your birthday today?’ And I jumped up and said, ‘Well I’m going to celebrate today.’ As I was turning around and jumping, I heard, ‘Well how about a brand new car?’ I thought, ‘My birthday? A brand new car?’ I just fell,” Chan said.
Her sister has been trying to become a contestant on The Price is Right for the past 17 years and has never been chosen, but Chan was immediately picked to “Come on down,” during her first visit to the game show, she said.
“It was so hilarious,” Chan said. “She is going to keep on trying and trying and
“I stepped back and my nerves were going. It brings adrenaline,” Chan said. Drew revealed the price she correctly guessed in blinking lights — $21,839, a Chevrolet Trax.
“I just took off running from the stage to the car,” Chan said.
The episode aired Nov. 7 on CBS.
Kourtney Balsan can be reached at Kbalsan@westvalleyview.com.
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West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona, Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Photo courtesy of CBS
LULA CHAN, 48, of Goodyear appears on The Price is Right Nov. 7 with host Drew Carey. Chan won a new car playing the game “The Switcheroo.”
Marylyn M. Bolden
Marylyn M. Bolden, 67, of Buckeye died Nov. 22, 2016, at Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear.
Ms. Bolden was born July 24, 1949, in St. Louis to John and Ozzie Bolden.
She graduated from East St. Louis Senior High School, Belleville Area Junior College and Southern Illinois UniversityEdwardsville, where she was an active member of the Delta Sigma Theta sorority.
She worked as a caseworker at the Illinois Department of Public Aid. She moved to Phoenix in 1985 and worked at the Arizona Department of Insurance. In 1990, she started work as a caseworker with Head Start in Phoenix, a job she held until she retired in 2009.
She served as president of her local post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars for several years and was a member of New Jerusalem Outreach Ministries Church in Buckeye.
She is survived by one daughter, Chara Lindsey of Phoenix; one sister, Petral Stephens of East St. Louis, Ill.; four brothers, Malcolm Barnes of Tallahassee, Fla., Alvin Bolden of East St. Louis, Ill., Calvin Bolden of East St. Louis, Ill., and John Bolden of Dunlap, Ill.; and one grandchild.
A visitation will be at 10 a.m, with funeral services at 11 a.m. Saturday at New Jerusalem Outreach Ministries, 508 Clanton Ave., Buckeye.
The Rev. Ellen Berry will officiate.
Interment will be Dec. 10 at Sunset Gardens of Memory, Millstadt, Ill.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
Condolences for the family may be left at thompsonfuneralchapel.com or officerfh.com.
Mercedes Lopez
Mercedes Lopez, 84, of Tolleson died Nov. 23, 2016, at her home.
Mrs. Lopez was born Sept. 25, 1932, in Glendale to Miguel and Francisca Ozuna. She was preceded in death by three grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband, Luis Lopez Jr.; six daughters; seven sons; one sister, Melina; two brothers, Martin and Shilino; 33 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
A viewing will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Advantage Crystal Rose Funeral Home, 9155 W. Van Buren St., Tolleson. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 512 N. 93rd Ave., Tolleson. Interment will follow at Resthaven Park Cemetery, 6450 W. Northern Ave., Glendale.
The Rev. Pedro Velez will officiate.
Richard ‘Dick’ Meder
Richard “Dick” Meder, 85, of Waddell died Nov. 24, 2016.
Mr. Meder was born April 2, 1931, in Cleveland to Anna and Raymond Meder.
He graduated from Ohio State University in Columbus with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture before serving two years in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He graduated from the University of Arizona in Tucson with a master’s degree in agriculture vocational education.
He taught agriculture and horticulture for 28 years at Washington High School in Phoenix.
He was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Avondale.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Kathryn; five children; two sisters; eight grandchildren; and six greatgrandchildren.
A visitation will be at 9 a.m., with a rosary recital at 10 a.m. and scripture service at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, followed by interment at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, 9925 W. Thomas Road, Avondale.
Melinda A. ‘Mindy’ Elwell
Melinda A. “Mindy” (nee Westerlind) Elwell, 49, of Buckeye died Nov. 16, 2016, at her home.
Mrs. Elwell was born July 11, 1967, in Monmouth, N.J., to Paul and Beverly Ann Westerlind.
She graduated from Bishop Feehan High School in Attleborough, Mass., and continued her education at Bridgewater State College, where she earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in clinical psychology. She also started working toward a doctorate.
She married Richard A. Elwell, and they moved to Shrewsbury, Mass., then to Buckeye in 2005.
She became a life coach before being diagnosed with anaplastic astrocytoma.
She co-authored and published a book, Defy & Conquer, A State of Mind Against Terminal Brain Cancer, in 2015.
She is survived by her husband, Rich; three children, Richard P. Elwell, Angela R. Elwell and Domenic M. Elwell, all of Buckeye; her father, Paul Westerlind of Norton, Mass.; one sister, Karen Davidson of Gardner, Mass.; and two brothers, Paul Westerlind Jr. of Pawtucket, R.I., and Joel Westerlind of Hopkinton, R.I.
A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated in Sherborn, Mass. Local services will be at 2 p.m. Dec. 11 at Summit Community Church in Verrado High School, 20050 W. Indian School Road, Buckeye.
Memorials may be made to Elwell Children’s Support Trust, c/o Middlesex Savings Bank, 31 N. Main St., Sherborn, MA 01770.
Anita Romero
Anita Romero, 98, of Avondale died Nov. 19, 2016.
Ms. Romero was born May 23, 1918, in Flagstaff. She was an active volunteer at the Avondale Senior Center. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Lydia Arausa; and three sons, Eddie, Ernie and David Romero.
She is survived by one son, Richard Vergara; three daughters, Maria Connie Botello, Celia Gonzales and Flora Tercero; 21 grandchildren; 48 greatgrandchildren; and five greatgreat-grandchildren.
A visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Avenidas Funeral Chapel, 522 E. Western Ave., Avondale. A service will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Avenidas Funeral Chapel, followed by interment at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery, 2300 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix.
Condolences may be left for the family at AvenidasFuneralChapel.com.
Consepcion Ramos Martinez
Consepcion Ramos Martinez, 60, of Waddell died Nov. 24, 2016, in Glendale.
Ms. Martinez was born Oct. 12, 1956, in Snyder, Texas, to Luis Martinez and Antonia Ramos.
She moved to Arizona 43 years ago and worked for the government as a titles agent.
She is survived by one daughter, Angela Martinez; two sisters, Marisela Porras and Teresa M. Dominguez; six brothers, Luis Martinez Jr., Lorenzo Martinez, Ladislado Martinez, Juan Martinez, Albert Martinez and Fermin Martinez; and five grandchildren.
A visitation will be at 9:30 a.m., followed by a service at 10:30 a.m. today at New Beginnings Assembly of God, 5121 W. Ocotillo Road, Glendale, with interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, 10045 W. Thomas Road, Avondale.
Condolences may be left for the family at avenidasfuneralchapel.com.
Dominick John Fiorino
Dominick John Fiorino, 77, of Goodyear died Nov. 22, 2016.
Mr. Fiorino was born Nov. 5, 1939, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Frank and Louise Fiorino.
He served two years in the U.S. Army.
He is survived by his wife, Roberta; one daughter, Linda Susan Bunnell; one brother, John Fiorino; one sister, Marilyn Fiorino; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
12th Annual Remembrance Service with Candle Lighting Ceremony
Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. today at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 13720 W. Thomas Road, Avondale, with interment to follow at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Valley, Attn: Sherman House, 5801 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85054.
Condolences for the family may be left at thompsonfuneralchapel.com.
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 8, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
Funeral Home Chapel 926 S. Litchfield Road
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R.S.V.P. by Friday Dec. 2 at 5 p.m.
Irene S. Braden (Patton), age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, November 18, 2016. She was born March 1st, 1929 in Stigler, Oklahoma, to Alonzo and Nancy (Ellis) Patton. Her family moved to Arizona in 19411942 and worked in the local fields around Tolleson, Avondale and Goodyear area. She met and married Claude (Rusty) Braden who was stationed at The Navel Air facility in Goodyear. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Claude (Rusty) Braden, and several brothers and sisters.
She lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; spending time with family, laughing, and activities around her home. Irene professed her life to Christ at an early age, loved to read her bible, praying for and with others, and always wearing a smile on her face. She was a loving and caring person, mother, grandmother, and friend, always thinking of others first. “To know her was to love her”. She is survived by her children, daughters Nancy and Debbie (Gary), and her sons Guy and Russell (Renee), her sister Joanne and her brother Les. She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Marylyn Bolden
Richard Meder
Mercedes Lopez
Anita Romero
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Dominick Fiorino
Consepcion Martinez
Should I stay or should I go?
Goodyear’s new emergency manager talks safety, preparedness
by Kourtney Balsan special to the View
Julie Syrmopoulos may just save everyone’s life one day. She was hired Aug. 22 as Goodyear’s emergency manager — the person in charge during a catastrophe, and also the city’s direct link to the national government.
“Think of me more as a conductor,” Syrmopoulos said.
“I’ve got all the theory, I know all the rules, I know the best practices. What I do is bring the right people together who have the authority to make those decisions, give them my best advice and strategy, and I orchestrate it.”
Although she’s new to Goodyear, Syrmopoulos already has quite a bit of experience under her belt. One of her first experiences in an emergency setting was Sept. 11, 2001, when she worked as a public information officer for Maricopa County.
“By the time I got to work, I was told I was being redirected to the county [Emergency Operations Center],” she said. “Before I left the building, the first building fell. When I was on my way there, the second building fell. The National Alert System phone had gone off and advised the locals that until we get more information, we recommend that you activate and be on status.”
The Emergency Operations Center is a secret headquarters that is only activated during an emergency and acts as a large communications center where leaders can get necessary information to make quick decisions, Syrmopoulos said.
A local terrorist attack, such as the situations in San Bernardino and Orlando, is an example of when to activate the EOC, Syrmopoulos said.
“I would open up [the EOC] depending on if field resources were strained or if there is a need for support services,” she said.
A disaster can also include fires and floods, although not every situation calls for activation of the EOC, Syrmopoulos said.
“I have a good friend who works at the department of vitals at the county. She had a whole office put out because of a broken water leak in the office,” she said. “They needed to have crews come back in and she went straight to her continuity operations plan and was able to shift her staff, operations, security, everything she needed to do to, stand up another office in a similar location, and let the public know what was going on, and not miss a beat.”
An emergency manager is crucial to a city’s organization and readiness in a world where chaos is around the corner, Syrmopoulos said, adding that the position is less known because it’s often given to people who already have another job title.
“Goodyear is pretty phenomenal in the fact that they have a dedicated [emergency manager position],” she said. “There are multiple emergency manager coordinators around the Valley. Generally, they’re people
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who wear three and four and five, sometimes six hats.”
Although it’s her job to manage an emergency, Syrmopoulos stressed the importance of home preparedness.
“In terms of a larger emergency, I ask people to be prepared to stay, be prepared to go, prepare to communicate and stay in the know,” she said.
Eight ideas go into home preparedness, and the first is using common sense and good judgment, Syrmopoulos said.
“A lot of it is home preparedness common sense,” she said.
Homeowners can prepare to stay by stocking up on supplies, such as water that will last at least three days, which equals a gallon of water per person per day, Syrmopoulos said. She suggests picking up an extra item every time you go to the store.
“I think most of what we face are inconveniences, but a three-day power outage would really strain most individuals,” Syrmopoulos said. “Keep in mind, we say three days because a lot of times, we are moving debris off roads, and we made that call to the federal government, we’ve ordered push packs of things, but the logistical setup is going to take up to three days to get water, food, distribution sites in neighborhoods.”
People should also prepare to go by building an essential “Go Bag,” she said.
“Build it gradually and rotate it. High energy food, mess kit, can of chili, can of Sterno — buy pop top cans if you don’t want to buy a can opener — first aid kit and a list of things you don’t keep in the kit, but you will need to grab in a hurry, like important papers, cash, prescriptions,” Syrmopoulos said.” You may not keep them all in the same bag every day, but at least be able to rapidly go through and grab them just in case you did need to leave.”
The furry ones are not forgotten when it comes to emergency planning, she said, adding that it’s important
to keep an equal water supply for your pets and to keep their important information, such as updated vaccination papers, ready to go in their carriers.
“I have two Birman cats. They’re big, blue eyed and just spoiled and naive, and they don’t go outside — the world is a wonderful place, because I completely shelter them,” Syrmopoulos said. “I have a carrier and at the bottom of my carrier, I keep a file in a Ziploc bag on each of them that shows vaccination dates.”
When hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans in 2005, residents didn’t want to leave their homes because of their pets, she said. The following year, the Pets Evacuation and Transportation Standards Act became a law to provide emergency assistance to household pets in case of an emergency.
“A lot of people in Louisiana during Katrina wouldn’t leave their pets, and I’m not leaving mine,” Syrmopoulos said. “It is important to have them vaccinated, because space is limited if they’re not.”
Families also need an emergency plan detailing a designated area to meet in case of a fire or gas leak, and know how they’ll communicate with one another, Syrmopoulos said.
It’s a good idea to memorize phone numbers or write them on a card, and be prepared with phone chargers, she said.
“Your battery is dead. Do you have an aunt or uncle out of state? Do you know their phone numbers by heart?” Syrmopoulos said. “You need to know how to stay in contact, because a lot of the time, the cell towers aren’t here, but I may be able to get you to a land line so you can call Uncle Joe and say, ‘Hey, when mom calls or dad calls, here’s where I’m at. Tell them I’m OK and tell them I’m here.’”
Being properly prepared during an emergency can save lives, Syrmopoulos said.
“I believe in taking as much fate into your own hands as you can,” she said.
West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona, Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Arthur G. Candelaria
Arthur G. Candelaria, 72, of Phoenix and formerly of Avondale died Nov. 21, 2016, in Phoenix.
Mr. Candelaria was born July 16, 1944, in Phoenix. He is survived by his companion, Irene Brady; his former wife, Teresa Candelaria; two daughters, Mary Candelaria of Avondale and Juanita Candelaria of Tolleson; one son, T.J. Candelaria of Avondale; five brothers, Ray, Robert, Fausto, Ralph and John Candelaria; and three grandchildren.
Arthur Candelaria
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PURSUANT TO ARIZONA REVISED STATUTES SECTIONS 9-462.04 et seq., NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission and City Council will be holding separate public hearings at the dates and times set forth above, in the place specified above, at which times and place all interested persons will have an opportunity to appear and be heard in relation to the following:
Rezone from R1-6 to Planned Area Development (PAD)
These are public hearing before the Planning Commission and the City Council to review and solicit public input on PL-16-0115, a request by Mr. Benjamin Graff of Withey Morris, PLC to rezone approximately 15 acres of vacant land from the current R1-6 Zoning District to the Planned Area Development (PAD) Zoning District for a new, 400-unit apartment project. The subject property is located at 2005 N. 103rd Avenue and is approximately 1,350 feet north of the northeast corner of 103rd Avenue and Mc Dowell Road, behind the Gateway Pavillions commercial center. This luxury apartment project features resort-style amenities and adequate vehicular access from 103rd Avenue. Information regarding the proposal may be obtained by contacting the City of Avondale Planning Division located at 11465 W. Civic Center Dr., Suite 110, Avondale, Arizona. Written comments on the request may be submitted to the Planning Division for consideration by the Planning Commission. If you have any questions concerning this request, please contact Rick Williams with the Avondale Planning Division at (623) 333-4018.
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1 to 18 acres, starting $10,000, various locations, payments, owner/ agent, 602-510-8900.
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in town from Texas to sell 38368 W. Willetta, Tonopah. Beautiful, flat, out of flood plain, well
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Habla Español EOE & E-Verify Compliant We are currently looking for responsible, energetic Caregivers
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)
OXYGEN anytime. Anywhere. No tanks to refill. No deliveries. Only 4.8 pounds! Approved for air travel! May be covered by medicare. Free info kit: 844-843-0520 (AzCAN)
SAFE Step walk-in tub. Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic jets. Less than 4 inch step-in. Wide door. Anti-slip floors. American made. Installation included. Call 800-538-3092 for $750 off.
CHURCH Thrift Shop- Saturday 8:30-12:30, 300 North Old Litchfield Road, (across from Wigwam Spa). Lots of Christmas decorations, winter clothes and so much more!!
ESTATE sale 1081 Oro Vista, Litchfield Park. December 2nd and 3rd, 8:00a.m. to 2:00p.m.
Beautiful large home, living, dining, family and bedrooms filled with furniture and accessories. Many lamps, great artwork, antiques, jewelry, patio furniture, and much more.
FAMILY sale. Tack, round pen, linens, clothes and much more. 7921 N 175th Avenue. This Saturday and Sunday. 8:00a.m. to 2:00p.m.
Significant Sedona Arizona art event Liquidation. Over 200 pieces from private collection. Fine art sculpture glass Estate sale pricing. December 2-3. full details & inventory: AzTransitions.com Philip 928-821-4338 (AzCAN)
DINING room set. Tiger Oak, single pedestal round table with leaf, 4 highback chairs. $175 or offer. 623-221-7944.
Wanted To Buy 95
CASH paid for gold and silver coins. Pocket watches, scrap gold, anything marked 10, 14, 18 or 22K. 623-594-4987. (must leave your phone number).
WANT to buy ‘82-’93 Dodge 1/2T P/U. Decent condition and price. Prefer 6cyl, automatic, and AC, but will consider others. e-mail: billmatznm@yahoo.com or 936-647-5494
WANTED: Old Porsche’s, 911, 912, Mercedes 190SL, 280SL. Jaguar, Triumph or ANY Sportscar/Convertible/Corvette older than 1972! ANY condition! TOP $$ PAID! Call/Text: Mike 520-977-1110. I bring trailer & funds. (AzCAN) Animals And Farm
Petsitting & Australian Shepards LLC. Licensed and Bonded. 623-386-0281 / 623-810-0136.
HARLEY low rider, way too many extra’s to list.
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II. The address of the known place of business is: 10536 W. Calle Del Sol, Phoenix, AZ 85037
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Claudia M. Stafford, 10536 W. Calle Del Sol, 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: Claudia M. Stafford, Manager, 10536 W. Calle Del Sol, Phoenix, AZ 85037
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 16, 23, and 30, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: AZOPT PROPERTIES, LLC
L-2132416-8
II. The address of the known place of business is: Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy, PLLC, 14557 W. Indian School Rd. #500, Goodyear, AZ 85395
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Ryann P. Roberts, 15675 W. Vernon Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85395
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:
Ryann P. Roberts, Manager, 15675 W. Vernon Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85395
Teri Roberts, Member, 15675 W. Vernon Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85395
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 16, 23, and 30, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF
ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN
FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: UPON THE ROCK INVESTMENTS LLC
L-2119961-2
II. The address of the known place of business is: 3211 S. 87th Ave., Tolleson, AZ 85353
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Ruben Ruiz, 4327 N. 108th Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85037
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:
Ruben Ruiz, Member, 4327 N. 108th Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85037
Domingo Pacheco, Member, 3211 S. 87th Ave., Tolleson, AZ 85353
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 16, 23, and 30, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: MILLE FIORI LLC
L-2125938-3
II. The address of the known place of business is: 16254 W. Larkspur Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Thomas W. Capranica, 16254 W. Larkspur Dr., 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:
Thomas W. Capranica, Member, 16254 W. Larkspur Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
Garland F. Smith, Member, 16254 W. Larkspur Dr., Goodyear, AZ 85338
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 16, 23, and 30, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: LIGHTHOUSE SOCIAL MARKETING LLC
L-21131890
II. The address of the known place of business is: 14560 W. Windward Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85395
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Kent Braun, 14560 W. Windward Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85395
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Kent Braun, Member, 14560 W. Windward Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85395
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 16, 23,
and 30, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR
I. NAME: AHC BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC L-2133759-0
II. The address of the known place of business is: 37624 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ 85086
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Abigail, Harper, 37624 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ 85086
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Abigail, Harper, Member, 37624 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ 85086
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 16, 23, and 30, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
1. ENTITY TYPE - FORPROFIT
2. ENTITY NAME - KING LABELLE RESOURCES COMPANY LIMITED File No. 21339970
4. CHARACTER OF BUSINESS - MINING TERTIARY EARTH MATERIALS
5. SHARES - Class: Common, Series: A, Total: 100,000, Par Value: $1.00
6. ARIZONA KNOWN PLACE OF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 6.1 Is the Arizona known place of business address the same as the street address of the statutory agent? Yes
7. DIRECTORS - Able Gold International Limited, 18411 West Santa Irene Drive, Goodyear, AZ 85338, United States Enrique W. Iglesias, 18411 West Santa Irene Drive, Goodyear, AZ 85338, United States Zhou, James W. Bon, 18411 West Santa Irene Drive, Goodyear, AZ 85338, United States
8. STATUTORY AGENTJeanette R. Iglesias, 18411 West Santa Irene Drive, Goodyear, AZ 85338
10. INCORPORATORSEnrique W. Iglesias, 18411 West Santa Irene Drive, Goodyear, AZ 85338, United States
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/ Enrique W. Iglesias, 10/31/2016
Corporation as Incorporator - I am signing as an officer or authorized agent or a corporation and its name is: KING LABELLE RESOURCES COMPANY
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 23, 30, and December 7, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT
1. ENTITY NAME - The Encima Group, LLC
2. A.C.C. FILE NUMBER: L21332224
3. ENTITY NAME CHANGEMST JV, LLC
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/ Virginia Saldivar 11/04/2016
This is a member-managed LLC and I am signing individually as a member or I am signing for an entity member named: Metro Accounting and Professional Services
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 23, 30, and December 7, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: SOUTHWEST NATIONALS BASEBALL ORGANIZATION LLC L-2131948-5
II. The address of the known place of business is: 16157 W. Mauna Loa Ln., Surprise, AZ 85379
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Timothy Scott Elbert, 16157 W. Mauna Loa Ln., Surprise, AZ 85379
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: Timothy Scott Elbert, Manager, 16157 W. Mauna Loa Ln., Surprise, AZ 85379
Celia Marie Martinez Elbert, Manager, 16157 W. Mauna Loa Ln., Surprise, AZ 85379 Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 23, 30, and December 7, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: ARIZONA ELITE FLOORING AND REMODELING, L.L.C. L-2132940-1
II. The address of the known place of business is: 9207 W. Garfield St., Tolleson, AZ 85353 III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Armando Piña, 9207 W. Garfield 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: Armando Piña, Manager, 9207 W. Garfield St., Tolleson, AZ 85353 Michael Fernandez, Manager, 9207 W. Garfield St., Tolleson, AZ 85353
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 23, 30, and December 7, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: E.E.SERVICES LLC L-2130888-6
II. The address of the known place of business is: 965 E. Van Buren St. Ste. 120, Avondale, AZ 85323
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Efren Espinoza, 5249 S. 236th Circle, Buckeye, AZ 85326
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Efren Espinoza, Member, 5249 S. 236th Circle, Buckeye, AZ 85326
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 23, 30, and December 7, 2016.
Public Notice
Person Filing: Elizabeth Endriss
Address (if not protected): 21653 W. Hovey City, State, Zip Code: Wittmann, AZ 85361 Telephone: (623) 388-2271
Email Address: btendriss@ yahoo.com Representing Self, without a Lawyer SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY Elizabeth Endriss, Name of Petitioner And Matthew David Penney, Name of Respondent Case No.: CV2016-055344
SUMMONS WARNING: This is an official document from the court that affects your rights. Read this carefully. If you do not understand it, contact a lawyer for help. FROM THE STATE OF ARIZONA TO: Matthew David Penney
1. A lawsuit has been filed
West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona, Wednesday, November 30, 2016
4. Requests for reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities must be made to the office of the judge or commissioner assigned to the case, at least ten (10) judicial days before your scheduled court date.
5. Requests for an interpreter for persons with limited English proficiency must be made to the office of the judge or commissioner assigned to the case at least ten (10) judicial days in advance of your scheduled court date.
SIGNED AND SEALED this date, NOV 18 2016
Michael K. Jeanes, Clerk of Court
/s/ K. Rodriguez, Deputy Clerk Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 30,
December 7, 14, and 21, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT NONPROFIT CORPORATION
1. ENTITY NAME - Kingdom Builders Church
2. A.C.C. FILE NUMBER: 20330493
3. Date the attached amendment was adopted: 8/13/2016
4.1 The Amendment was duly adopted by act of the Board of Directors.
5. A copy of the corporation’s amendmentOn 8/13/2016, the Board of Directors elected to officially amend the name of our nonprofit corporation. We are asking for our name Kingdom Builders Church to be amended to Kingdom
Builders Church International
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/ Stephanie R. Palmer
10/8/2016
I am a duly authorized Officer of the corporation filing this document.
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 30, December 7, and 14, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE
ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR
I. NAME: CHISOLM CONSULTING GROUP LLC L-2128801-0
II. The address of the known place of business is: 13326 W. Solano Drive, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: George Chisolm, 13326 W. Solano Drive, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: George Chisolm, Manager,
13326 W. Solano Drive, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 30, December 7, and 14, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: GRANOLA BABES LLC L-2121294-7
II. The address of the known place of business is: 13075 S. 183rd Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338 III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is:
FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR
I. NAME: QUERA PUBLISHING, LLC.
L-2117441-8
II. The address of the known place of business is: 3207 North 109th Drive, Avondale, AZ 85392
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Marcia Gabriela Madrigal, 3207 North 109th Drive, Avondale, AZ 85392
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: CITICASA REALTY LLC L-2122381-9 II. The address of the known place of business is: 11213 W. Bermuda Dr., Avondale, AZ 85392
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Lazaro Sandoval, 11213 W.
A. Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers. The names and addresses of each person who is a manager AND each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: Rodolfo Ruiz, Manager, 3207 North 109th Drive, Avondale, AZ 85392 Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 30, December 7, and 14, 2016.
Bermuda Dr., 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: Lazaro Sandoval, Member, 11213 W. Bermuda Dr., Avondale, AZ 85392
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 30, December 7, and 14, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION
COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: PYNO LLC L-2121213-1
II. The address of the known place of business is: 6127 N. 132nd Drive, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Mark Pyne, 6127 N. 132nd Drive, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
B. Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are:
Mark Pyne, Member, 6127 N. 132nd Drive, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 Susan Pyne, Member, 6127 N. 132nd Drive, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Published in the West Valley View, and the West Valley Business on November 30, December 7, and 14, 2016.
Public Notice
ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. NAME: KMP
West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona, Wednesday, November 30, 2016
