Border Eco Magazine

CONNECTING SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

2nd Annual Santa Cruz County World Autism Awareness Day

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Nogales Bicycle Classic 2015

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McDonald’s Open House

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Border Eco’s Many Talents

Tony Montanez is a man of many talents. He enjoys working in the field of journalism. His favorite hobby is music production. He has been living here in Santa Cruz County for 4 years. He moved from San Diego, California. He is a happily married man. His wife Laura and 4 beautiful children Elizabeth, Lyanna,Christian and Arelys. Mr. Montanez plans on returning to college to complete a degree in engineering.

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Mariposa Community Health Center-Teaching Personal Responsibility

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Nogales Bicycle Classic 2015

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Mano Amiga Awards

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People that “Echo”-Les Caid Fire Chief of the Year

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Employment Encounter

10 McDonald’s Open Host Open House 11 2nd Annual Santa Cruz County World Autism Awareness Day 12 Cochise College Spring Break Bash 2015 13 2015- Fiestas de Mayo 14 “The Voice of One, The Power of All” 16 New Subway-Rio Rico 17 Santa Cruz Student Coalition

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Mariposa Community Health Center Teaching Personal Responsibility Educating youth is a key element of the Health and Wellness Department at Mariposa Community Health Center, better known in the community as Platicamos Salud (Let’s Talk Health). Platicamos Salud offers an HIV and pregnancy risk-reduction curriculum designed especially for Latino adolescents called ¡Cuidate!

The program’s three main goals are focused on healthy life skills, healthy relationships and financial responsibility.

ager, Patty Molina, Tobacco & Youth Coordinator, Alicia Villa, and Education Facilitator, Amaury Gama.

Patagonia and Tubac through 2016,” states Patty Molina.

“Our Teen Health Facilitators are trained to teach this curriculum and do peer-to-peer outreach on risky behaviors in the community. We know young people are more likely to listen to their peers than adults and we want to make sure they have accurate information to share with their peers.”

“We received funding in 2012 through the Bureau of Women’s and Children’s Health of the Arizona Department of Health Services to implement this program in Nogales,

The program can be taught in a group setting at our site or any site in the community, or on a one-on-one session.

For more information on the ¡Cuidate! Program, please contact Mariposa’s Health and Wellness Department at

The curriculum emphasizes Latino cultural beliefs to frame abstinence and condom use as culturally accepted and effective ways to prevent unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS. According to Alicia Villa, Tobacco & Youth Coordinator, “a lot of times teens who are sexually active think that the only consequence to their actions is pregnancy, forgetting that they are also at risk of getting a sexually transmitted disease or HIV.” Mariposa’s Teen Health Facilitators provide training across Santa Cruz County to youth currently enrolled in school between the ages of 12-19.

The program is headed by Mariposa’s Prevention Man-

Teen Health Facilitators

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Nogales Bicycle Classic 2015 The Nogales Bike Classic was a huge success. Riders came from different parts of the country for the event. According to Blanca Acosta Program Director for Circles of Peace, “We not only had riders came from Santa Cruz County, but from all over the State of Arizona,

the State of Washington, the State of California, Virginia, Nogales, Sonora and Hermosillo Sonora.”

The event took place at the Nogales High School on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at 6:00 a.m. The event included three rides: 114 miles, 53 miles and 33 miles participants started at Nogales High School and traveled throughout Santa Cruz County.A total of 179 riders participated in the event. People from the community volunteered their time to show their support. They had volunteers

from the Rio Rico, Nogales and Tubac Rotary Clubs, the Rotary Interact Club, members of the Z Club, the high school club of the Zonta Club of Nogales, Patagonia Volunteer Fire Fighters, Sonoita Fire District, Rio Rico Fire District, and the Tubac Fire District.

The purpose of this event is to promote health and wellness in the county as well as help raise funds for the organization Constructing Circles of Peace. This is their 4th year hosting this event in the county.Individuals who helped to organize this bike event were: Les Caid, Rio Rico Fire Chief, Frank Granados, Consultant, Santa Cruz County, Ray Sayre, Santa Cruz County Emergency Management Director, Tony Vartola, Port Devanning, John Maynard, Santa Cruz County Supervisor, Louis Chaboya, Tubac Fire, Mary Helen Maley, Sonia Sanchez, Ana

Family and participants enjoying the event

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Karen Lopez, Blanca Acosta Circles of Peace, Carrie Pottinger, Ph.D. Western Governor’s University, Gloria Gonzalez, Circles of Peace Board Member, John Anthony Sedgwick, Circles of Peace Board Member “Participants were delighted with the ride, commenting that it truly was the most scenic ride in Arizona. They had the satisfaction of completing their mileage goals.

They enjoyed a wonderful day with clear warm weather,” said Mary Helen Maley.

Volunteers were extremely satisfied with the turnout. Their hard work really made a difference for those participating in the event.

Mano Amiga Awards Mano Amiga Recognizes Exceptional People Mano Amiga initiated in Nogales, Sonora 20 years ago. The name originated from an organization in Nogales, Sonora from a Women’s Association. Every year in March, Women’s Month is celebrated internationally. As a result, the Women’s Association in Nogales, Sonora recognizes people from the community for their extraordinary community service. Men and women from Ambos Nogales have been recognized by the association. Until 5 years ago, an initiative began to form a group in Nogales, Arizona that would recognize men and women in our community too. The recognition awards are also held in March.

Mano Amiga means a “helping hand” was formed by Edna Zinnia Berni, Alma Barajas and Nidia Solorzano. “We are not an organization, but a group of individuals who want to recognize people in our community for their great community service. We think they deserve to be recognized for their exceptional work,” said Nidia Solorzano. · Edith Garcia Estrella / Mexican Consulate in Nogales, Arizona (starting her diplomatic career for the Mexican Foreign Service on April 4th) · Francisco Elorza / Consulate of Mexico in Nogales, Arizona · Sonia Sanchez/Circle of Peace · Kim Hunley/ Santa Cruz County Attorney’s Office · Kimberly Corsaro/ Superior Court · Rosie Lopez/ Corazon Intergrated Healthcare · Heriberto Castillo/Community Volunteer · Veronica Manzo/Community Volunteer · Dra. Suzanne Maya / Nation Wide Vision

Sheriff Tony Estrada, Mayor John Doyle and Nidia Solorzano

· Silvia Ochoa / Mariposa Clinic

Through Border Eco Magazine we would like to invite the community to help us to nominate people who make a difference in the community. People who go out of their way to help others in need should be recognized. Please

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People that “Echo”-Les Caid Fire Chief of the year On Tuesday March 24, 2015, Rio Rico Fire District Chief Les Caid was awarded the distinction of being the Arizona Fire Chief’s Association (AFCA), Fire Chief of the Year at the annual AFCA Conference held in Glendale. AFCA President Chief Mary Cameli of Mesa Fire and Medical said, “Each year the Association selects a Fire Chief of the Year and this year we are proud to report Chief Les Caid has been selected. Chief Caid has been innovative and active in the EMS arena for the Fire Service throughout the State. He truly sets a great example for others to follow.”

Chief Les Caid currently holds the chair position for the Santa Cruz County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC). Under the tenure of Chief Les Caid, Santa Cruz County has moved to the number 3 position from the number 13 position of the 15 counties. This enabled Santa Cruz County LEPC to provide several transportation training workshops, procure additional needed equipment for the regional hazardous materials team, and the procurement of an all hazards 3D projection table for wild fire modeling and hazardous materials. This 3D projection technology is the only one in all of Arizona at this time.

“We are delighted that Chief Caid received this award. We know that the award is for his many years and achievements in the fire service, but it makes us at Rio Rico Fire very proud to have him as our Fire Chief” said Marcela Ceballos, Administrative Manager for the fire district. “In just four years, Chief Caid has had a great impact on the community from volunteering for the Nogales Bike Classic, to establishing relationships with local and state agencies, to spearheading the first Community Integrated Paramedic Program in the state”.

Chief Caid provided leadership throughout the state in bringing the first Community Integrated Paramedic program to Arizona. This program identifies patients who are high utilization callers of the 911 system and helps them manage their health problems through scheduled visits by fire department paramedics and EMTs. “We started our program on January 3, 2015 and it has made huge differences in participants’ lives. We have reduced 911 calls, provided connections to resources that the participants didn’t know about, educated them on their diseases, and have been a big support structure in many ways to the participants” said Alex Green, Captain of the Rio Rico Fire District.

Additionally Chief Caid serves as the “I am happy that our chief was recogco-chair of the U. S. EPA Border 2020 Arizona/Sonora Emergency Prepared- nized” says Leilani Salazar, Public Eduness Task force. Chief Caid, through the task force brought Incident Command and Traffic Incident Management training to the first responders in Mexico who work near the border. He also was able to help obtain additional equipment for firefighters in Mexico that included: advanced chemical protection suits, radiation detection gear, self-contained breathing apparatus support, and firefighting bunker gear. Mexico firefighters often attend sponsored training on our side of the border to include support of major exercises, and firefighter rescue drills.

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cator for the Rio Rico Fire District. “Chief Caid is a big enthusiast of carseat safety; he supports the program through education, purchasing carseats through grants, and encouraging carseat safety events in Santa Cruz County and Sonora. Over the last four years we have given away hundreds carseats to parents in Santa Cruz County. Because of his encouragement, our children are traveling safer on the roads.”

Chief Caid, started his fire service career with Tucson Fire in 1979, retiring as a Deputy Chief in 2004, then worked for Rural/Metro as a Regional Chief for several years before he took over as the Fire Chief of the Rio Rico Fire District in 2011. “It is a true honor to be recognized by my peers throughout Arizona, but this is an award I share with all the men and women who make up the Rio Rico Fire District. It is because of their hard work and dedication to our community that I received this award. When someone calls 911, they are most likely having the worst day of their life. When our firefighters show up, they make a difference; a positive impact in their situations. I am truly blessed and proud to work with a group of fire and EMS professionals who all have a passion for what they do.”

Fire Chief Les Caid & Chief Mary Cameli

Employment Encounter at Pierson High School Pierson Vocational High School, the Santa Cruz County School Superintendent’s Office, Santa Cruz County One Stop, and the Department of Economic Security sponsored the Employment Encounter for students from Pierson High School, Nogales High School and Rio Rico. The event was held Thursday, April 16th from 10:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Pete Drakulich Gymnasium. The purpose of the event was to help students prepare for employment. Students in the morning session participated in workshops. The workshops focused on preparing students for a job interview, followed by teaching students to develop a resume. Approximately 70 seniors from Pierson, Nogales and Rio Rico High School had an opportunity to meet with local employers such as: Mariposa Community Health Center, City of Nogales, IHOP, Cochise College, Dorado Personnel Agency, Kmart, Chicanos Por La Causa, Unisource, etc.

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McDonald’s Host an open house On Monday, April 30th McDonald’s and the Nogales Chamber of Commerce hosted an open house at the 470 W Mariposa Rd location. Several businesses, non-profit organizations, government and school officials were in attendance for this open house. The open house was hosted by LeAnn Richards McDonald’s Owner/Operator.

The open house was an opportunity to demonstrate to the community the daily functions of operating a fast food business. Those in attendance had an opportunity to learn more about the business. Mayor John Doyle, Superintendent Fernando Parra and County Superintendent Alfredo I. Velasquez learned hands on the food handling process. Among those in attendance were the Santa Cruz University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, Cochise College, City of Nogales, Un Nuevo Dia, Nogales Unified School District, Chamber of Commerce, Border Eco, and the Santa Cruz Superintendent.

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2nd Annual World Autism Celebration The 2nd Annual Santa Cruz County World Autism Awareness Day Celebration took place on Thursday, April 2, 2015 from 2:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. at Teyechea Park in Nogales, AZ. This event was is held in commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day. In December of 2007, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution which designated April 2nd as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD). Eight years later, WAAD is commemorated worldwide with educational events and fairs in support of the Autism community at large.

The Santa Cruz County event also presented an opportunity for all affected by Autism in Southern Arizona to come together in one central location and meet with multiple service providers. Over 40 vendors participated in the event to provide support, awareness and services for the Autism Community of Southern Arizona.

The event was organized and sponsored by the Autism Society of Southern Arizona-Santa Cruz. The event was made possible by City of Nogales Parks & Recreation, VFW, Calixtro Distributing, Vic Tiz DJ Services, Maxima 99.1, Nogales High School National Honor Society, Farmer’s Best International, Santa Cruz County Superintendent of Schools, MTD, Finitos, Safeway, Villa’s Market, Food City, Garett’s IGA, Beyond Expectations Embroidery and the parents of the Santa Cruz Autism Support Group.

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Cochise College Spring Break Bash 2015 On Tuesday, March 19th Cochise College and the Santa Cruz Student Coalition hosted a “Back from Spring Break Bash” to welcome students. Members of the coalition who organized the event were Jesus Atondo, Alma Pina, Ernesto Rodriguez, Cindy Gallegos, Valeria Ruvalcaba, Alexis Grambs, Vanessa Montoya and Marcos Espinoza. The purpose of the event is to welcome students back from their Spring vacation. The Santa Cruz Student Coalition hosted along with bash a talent show in which students from Cochise College had an opportunity to show off their talent. The talent show had 3 judges who were responsible for selecting the winners of the talent show. The talent show was hosted by Andy Espinoza.

The purpose of the Spring Bash was to help promote healthy lifestyles among young people as well as to help raise funds for the student coalition. The Santa Cruz Student Coalition sold Cochise College t-shirts, along with Nogales Finitos, and delicious snacks. The winners of the talent show were announced. The 4th and 3rd prize winners received a $20 dollar gift card from Roosters, the 2nd prize winners received 2 meals from Toscanos and the 1st prize winner received a $60 dollar gift card from Mariscos Chihuahua. This Spring Bash was sponsored by Cochise College, Cenpatico, Santa Cruz Community Action Coalition, Mariscos Chihuahua, Toscanos, and Roster´s Wings.

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“The Voice of One, the Power of All” Making Connections 4U a local nonprofit organization in Santa Cruz County along with the Santa Cruz Community Action Coalition will be in full force promoting their campaign during the month of May for National Prevention Week. National Prevention Week is a SAMHSA-supported annual health observance it is dedicated to increase public awareness on suicide, mental health & wellness, drug and alcohol use. National Prevention Week 2015 takes place Sunday, May 17th -Saturday, May 23rd. The theme for this year is “The Voice of One, the Power of All.” Prevention Week Campaign: Prevention of Tobacco Use – Monday, May 18 Prevention of Underage Drinking & Alcohol Abuse – Tuesday, May 19 Prevention of Opioid & Prescription Drug Abuse – Wednesday, May 20 Prevention of Illicit Drug Use & Youth Marijuana Use – Thursday, May 21 Prevention of Suicide – Friday, May 22 Promotion of Mental Health & Wellness – Saturday, May 23 The primary goal of National Prevention Week is to: Involve communities in raising awareness on behavioral health issues and in implementing prevention strategies Involve federal and national organizations dedicated to behavioral and public health to promote public awareness Promote and disseminate resources and publications focused on the prevention of suicide, drug and alcohol abuse.

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The Patagonia Youth Empowerment Fair is an annual event held in Patagonia High School. The event focuses on helping to prepare students for the summer. Many students never come back after summer vacation as a result of the bad choices they have made. The goal is to help students realize their choices have a huge impact in their future.

This is the 3rd Annual Youth Empowerment Fair in Patagonia.

The office of the Santa Cruz County Attorney is a one of the sponsors of this event. The County Attorney George Silva will be talking to young people about the dangers of engaging in illegal activities, and how to report individuals soliciting young people into drug trafficking.

The youth empowerment fair is a yearly in school event, where a variety of organizations and sectors participate to provide high schools students with information on jobs, information on health, how to prepare for employment, scholarship opportunities, summer programs, safety issues and precautions to take before they head out for summer vacation. The idea is to help our young people make safe and healthy choices during the summer. The event brings together local law enforcement, volunteer organizations, higher education institutions, non-profit organizations, health and behavioral health organizations to provide young people with information on summer employment, volunteer opportunities, health and resources to help them make positive choice.

To find out more about the Santa Cruz Community Action Coalition follow them on Facebook. They have the latest information on resources,

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programs workshops, and services offered in Santa Cruz County please visit the following websites for more information: http://www. santacruzcommunityactioncoalition. org/ http://makingconnections4u.org/

2015-Fiestas de Mayo Candidates On Tuesday, April 7th the department of Arts and Agriculture in collaboration with the Mexican Consulate selected 4 candidates that will represent the Fiestas de Mayo Celebration. The candidate will be crowned as the official “Reina de las Fiestas.” Each year the organizers of this event, seek female participants between the ages of 1619 in Santa Cruz County to participate in the competition. The young ladies selected to participate are students currently attending school, dedicated to their studies, and are interested in community service. Each of the participants are required to participate in various community events not only locally but with our counterpart sister city in Nogales Sonora, Mexico.

Each of the young ladies had an opportunity to introduce themselves and the reason why they would like to participate in this competition. Also in attendance were last year winners Nailea Leon and Jocelyn Gonzalez from Nogales Sonora, Mexico. Last year winners along with Amelia Melendez one of the event organizers will be crowning the next “Reina de las Flores,” on May 2nd at Pierson field. The event is not only focused on beauty but on teaching these young ladies the importance of community involvement. .

2015 -Candidates

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New Subway in Rio Rico A new Subway recently opened it doors at the Garrett’s plaza on March 21st they are located 1060 Yavapi Drive in Rio Rico, Arizona. Subway has made it convenient for local residents to get their favorite sub sandwiches locally. Rio Rico residents don’t have to travel to Nogales or Green Valley to grab a subway sandwich. If customers are looking to eat healthier than Subway offers them a variety of healthier choices. Subway encourages local residents to make healthier food choices to reduce calories and enhance their diet.

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Santa Cruz Student Coalition The Santa Cruz Student Coalition from Cochise College is a coalition dedicated to teaching students leadership skills in a fun healthy and productive way.

The group members are Jesus Atondo President, Alma Pina Vice-President, Marcos Espinoza Treasurer, Alexis Grambs Secretary, Vanessa Montoya Historian, Edna Campos Event Organizer, Josue Flores Coalition Representative and 3 volunteers.

The student coalition goal is to get students involved in the community.

Students participate in activities that teach them to develop leadership, and communication skills. Students also learn about the value of teamwork. Students receive free college credits, and can use their experiences to highlight their resume.

The Santa Cruz Student Coalition encourages young people to join the coalition. There main goal is to encourage other students to engage in healthy habits. The coalition hosts several events at Cochise College to encourage students to restrain from drug and alcohol consumption. Last year, the coalition hosted a Halloween Bash to promote awareness against underage drinking. The event was sponsored by Cochise College, Santa Cruz Community Action Coalition, and Cenpatico. For more information on how to enroll in the Santa Cruz Student Coalition please contact Jesus Atondo at: jesus_atondo16@hotmail.com

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HAPPENING EVENTS MAY Patagonia Youth Empowerment Fair-Friday, May 1, 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

The Patagonia Youth Empower Fair is sponsored by Cenpatico, the Santa Cruz County Attorney George Silva, Santa Cruz Community Action Coalition, Making Connections 4U, and the Nogales Community Food Bank. The Youth Empowerment Fair is a yearly school event, where a variety of organizations and sectors participate to provide middle and high schools students with information on jobs, information on health, how to prepare for employment, scholarship opportunities, summer programs, safety issues and precautions to take before they head out for summer vacation.The event will be hosted at the Patagonia High School Gymnasium.

Frontier Printing Press Demonstrations – Tuesday, May 5, 9am-1pm; Wednesday, May 13, 9am-1pm; Thursdays, May 7 & 14,9am-1pm; Fridays, May 8 & 15, 9am-1pm Professional printer and teacher James Pagels demonstrates the Washington Hand Press used to print Arizona’s first newspaper in 1859 and answers questions about hand press printing, typesetting, and other aspects of this marvel of industrial engineering. Included with park admission: $5 adult, $2 youth 7-13, children free.

Living History: Foods of the Spanish Colonial Period – Fridays, May 15 & 29, 11am-2pm For the summer months we are adjusting our Old World/New World foods program to focus on 1) the native and imported fruits of New Spain, and 2) how Mexico has developed and enhanced the notion of dessert. The presentations will educate visitors about the origins, nutritional/survival values and the incredible variety of these delectable foodstuffs. Featuring a special display and samples from the Old and New Worlds. Included with park admission: $5 adult, $2 youth 7-13, children free.

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