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Volume 33 Issue 22 Goodyear, AZ
March 16, 2022
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Business Briefcase BY LAUREN SERRATO
West Valley View Staff Writer
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he West Valley is no stranger to growth. The population continues to rise, economic development is booming, and new and existing businesses are finding success. This week we’ll look at a business with branches throughout the state, including Goodyear, that reached record income and growth. Additionally, an Avondale-based company was nationally recognized as Best Staffing Firm Public Notices ............... page 3 © Copyright, 2022 West Valley View, Inc.
to Work For, and a Houston-headquartered chain just opened on the northwest corner of McDowell Road and 99th Avenue.
FirstBank has record year Location: 1559 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear FirstBank, one of the nation’s largest privately held banks with a focus on “banking for good,” announced yearover-year double-digit percentage increases in assets, deposits and income (USPS 004-616) is published weekly
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in the fourth quarter of 2021. Across FirstBank’s Arizona branches, assets totaled nearly $1.2 billion, up 21.4%. Total deposits were $1.1 billion, up 42.5% from the same time last year, while net loans increased 23% year over year to $1.1 billion. “Last year was another challenging one, but FirstBank is fortunate to have a lot of milestones and recognitions to celebrate,” said Joel Johnson, FirstBank East Valley market president. “We attribute that success to our dedSubscriptions are $26 for 2 years, $14 for one year. Periodicals postage paid at Phoenix, AZ 85026.
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icated employees and customers. It’s encouraging to see the growth that we were able to attain at the end of 2021, and we’re eager to keep that momentum as we head into 2022.” Wrapping up 2021, FirstBank awarded 10 businesses $5,000 in prize money and $1,000 to be donated to a nonprofit of their choosing through its Good Business Contest. The winning businesses demonstrated a positive impact on their customers, communities and employees despite the challenges of the pandemic. Three of the 10 businesses awarded were based in Arizona, including Envision Painting, Ground Control Craft Food & Drink, and Social Spin Laundromat. Additionally, FirstBank received the Phoenix Business Journal’s Corporate Philanthropy 2021 award, which highlighted the organization’s yearround philanthropic efforts strengthening communities around the Valley. In the same quarter, FirstBank was also selected as AZ Big Media’s Most Admired Company for its strong leadership, community involvement, and dedication to its employees and customers. At the end of December, FirstBank’s assets across all markets totaled $28.9 billion, up 17.9%. Total deposits were $26.6 billion, up 21.6% from the same time last year. Net income grew by 30.2% to $309.4 million, while net loans increased 4.9% year over year to $13.6 billion. “Among many accomplishments, our team provided more than 5,800 mort-
gages and over 1,600 real estate loans to customers in 2021 — an exceptional level of production,” FirstBank CEO Jim Reuter said. “We are starting the new year in a strong position, largely due to the hard work that has been shown by our dedicated team members.” For more information about FirstBank, visit efirstbank.com.
StaffNow recognized as Best Staffing Firm to Work For Avondale’s StaffNow made the list of the 2022 Best Staffing Firms to Work For awards for North America by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA), the global adviser on staffing and workforce solutions. Close to 300 firms sought participation in the program this year, which was conducted by SIA. Internal employees at each firm were asked to complete an online survey that measured key engagement categories, focusing on items including teamwork, trust in senior leaders, diversity and inclusion, manager effectiveness, compensation and benefits. “Congratulations to all of the Best Staffing Firm winners for an excellent job in a challenging environment,” said Barry Asin, SIA president. “As we have seen time and again, building a high-performing culture is critical to the long-term success of staffing firms. These firms have demonstrated the ability to develop and maintain a strong and positive culture where employees can do their best work.” StaffNow is a full-service agency ser-
vicing supply chain and logistics industries. StaffNow was also ranked No. 475 on the 2021 Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest Growing Private Companies and is a certified Minority Business Enterprise by the National Minority Supplier Development Council. StaffNow services clients around the country from its headquarters in Avondale; branch offices in Phoenix and Davenport, Iowa; as well as satellite locations in California, Texas, Ohio and Illinois. “We are truly honored to receive this recognition,” said Greg Johnson, CEO of StaffNow. “The past year has yet again been extremely challenging for businesses, employees and job seekers. Our goal is to foster a work environment where our associates feel valued and supported as they continue to grow within their respective careers.”
World of Sourdough opens in Avondale Location: 10220 W. McDowell Road, Suite 120 World of Sourdough, a Houston-based chain of soup and sandwich eateries, has made its Arizona debut on the northwest corner of McDowell Road and 99th Avenue in Avondale. A second location is coming to the northeast corner of Alma School and Queen Creek roads in south Chandler, and others are planned for Scottsdale and Phoenix. For more information, visit worldofsourdough.com.
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Public Notice In accordance with Sec. 106 of the Programmatic Agreement, AT&T plans a NEW CABINET MOUNTED TO ICEBRIDGE H-FRAME & VARIOUS EQUIPMENT ON 81FT SELF SUPPORT TOWER at 8500 N. FREEPORT McMoRan RD. SAFFORD, AZ 85546. Please direct comments to Gavin L. at 818-898-4866 regarding site AZL02579-PX111_002 DUP 1. 3/9, 3/16/22 CNS-3561548# WEST VALLEY VIEW/BUSINESS
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AT&T plans a New Street Light Pole at 701 N LITCHFIELD RD GOODYEAR, AZ 85338. Please direct comments to Gavin L. at 818-898-4866 regarding site PHX52_003. 3/9, 3/16/22 CNS-3561529# WEST VALLEY VIEW/BUSINESS
be changed for the following reasons: My son has my maiden name and he would like to match the rest of our family and siblings. Additional Statements I understand that this name change does not establish paternity and will not cause a father’s name to be added to a birth certificate. This application is made solely for the best interest of the minor child named above. It will not release the person from any obligations incurred or harm any rights of property or action in any original name. Under oath or by Affirmation I swear or affirm under penalty of per-jury that the contents of this document are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Dated: 09/20/2021 Signed: Taylor Suiter Published in: The West Valley View March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022
Public Notice STATEMENTS TO THE COURT, UNDER OATH OR AFFIRMATION 1. Information about me, the applicant Name: Taylor Lynn Suiter address 19763 w . Sherman St. Date of Birth:03/23/1990 Place of Birth: Virginia Beach, Va 2. Information about the minor for whom this name change is requested: Name on Birth Certificate: Dylan Cale Stumfoll Address: 19763 w . Sherman St. Relation to Applicant: Parent County of Residence: Maricopa County Date of Birth: 02/23/2010 Place of Birth: Maricopa County New Name Requested: Dylan Cale Suiter 3. I ask that the birth records be changed to reflect the new name listed above. 4. I request that the name
Public Notice RFP for Norton Circle located a t 304 South 5th Ave , Avondale, AZ 85323 BIDS DUE: March 29, 2022, at 2:00pm PRE-BID MEETING will be held on site on March 9, 2022, from 10:00 - 11:00 am PLANS: Hard Copies of plans available upon request and at subcontractor’s expense from PRI GRAPHICS & SIGNS, www.pri.
us OR for a i n k c o n t a c t L i n d a a t Lstache@gormanusa. com. Contact Info: Linda Stache, Gorman & Company, Phone: 608-835-5177, Fax: 608-835-3667 CERTIFICATIONS: SBE / MBE / WBE / EBE / DBE and SECTION 3 Please note: This is a prevailing wage rate project. Published in : The West Valley View March 2,9,16,23, 2022 / 44937
Public Notice LAND PATENT Legal Description: Parcel 1 being in the NE¼ NW¼ SE¼ NE¼ of S30 T5N R1W of Gila and Salt River Base and Meridian, Maricopa County, Arizona, by Warranty Deed recorded 5/5/2021, Maricopa County Recording # 20210503245; and that part of existing US Patent #1064368 / 067822. Legal claim to this land must be made within 60 days hereof or forever be precluded from making any claim upon my patented land. Ivona Z. Jones, c/o P.O. Box 59142, Renton, WA 98058 Published: West Valley View, Mar. 16, 23, 30, 2022/45216
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