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Goodyear City Council Calendar From January through June 2011, many of the Work Sessions will be devoted to developing the Fiscal Year 2011- 2012 Budget which starts on July 1, 2011. We hope our citizens will come to the meetings to see the budget presentations and hear the discussions or watch it live or on replay on the City’s website: www.goodyearaz.gov. From a timing standpoint, adoption of a tentative budget is currently scheduled for the May 23rd Regular Council meeting with final adoption scheduled for the June 27th Regular Council meeting. Because the timing of the meetings listed below goes so far out in the year, meetings can be cancelled, added or start times can change with 24-hour notice. Please always check the City’s website within 24 hours of an upcoming meeting at www.goodyearaz.gov/media to find if a meeting is still scheduled and the most accurate start time. Meetings are held at 185 N. 145th Ave. Budget presentations and other budget-related information can be found on the City’s Transparency in Government Spending page on the City’s website. Monday, January 24 Work Session – 4:30 p.m. • Review of Current Council Financial Policies Regular Meeting – 6 p.m. Monday, February 14 Regular Meeting – 6 p.m. Tuesday, February 15 Work Session – 4:30 p.m. • 4-hr. Budget Retreat – 2nd Quarter Financial Review • Tax Policy Discussion Monday, February 28 Work Session – 5 p.m. (not budget-related) Regular Meeting – 6 p.m. Monday, March 14 Work Session – 5 p.m. • Revenue Update Regular Meeting – 6 p.m.

Monday, March 21 Work Session – 5 p.m. • Annual HR Survey Results Monday, March 28 Work Session – 5 p.m. • CIP Review • 11 - 12 Expenditure Estimates Regular Meeting – 6 p.m. Monday, April 11 Work Session – 5 p.m. • Balanced Budget Proposal • Council Direction Regular Meeting – 6 p.m. Monday, April 18 Work Session – 5 p.m. (not budget-related) Monday, April 25 Work Session – 5 p.m. • Follow-up to budget, if needed Regular Meeting – 6 p.m.

Gary Gelzer Fills Temporary Council Vacancy Gary Gelzer was appointed to fill a temporary vacancy on the Goodyear City Council, and was sworn in on January 10. Gelzer fills the vacancy left by former Vice Mayor Georgia Lord in November 2010. Lord had two years left on her term of office, and stepped down in compliance with Arizona’s “resign to run” law in order to run in March for the two years remaining on the term of former Mayor Jim Cavanaugh, who resigned in November. Gelzer resigned from his position as a Planning and Zoning commissioner to serve on the City Council until a permanent councilmember is elected to fill the seat this spring. An election is scheduled for March 8, and if necessary, a run-off election will take place in May.

Gelzer has lived in Goodyear since 2000, served on the Gary Gelzer is sworn in by Justice Michael Simonsen Planning and Zoning Commission since 2003, the 2003 -13 General Plan Committee, Citizen Bond Committee, Citizen Tax Committee, Citizen Budget Committee, and the Higher Education Committee. Gelzer retired in 1991 from the Navy Reserve as a lieutenant commander.

Council Corner Improving transportation for our citizens has been one of our City’s top priorities. After nearly 10 years of planning and hard work, Goodyear now has a beautiful, permanent Park and Ride facility that connects local commuters with downtown Phoenix, via Valley Metro Express Bus Route 562. Three express buses leave the Park and Ride at 20-minute intervals each weekday morning, beginning at approximately 5:30 a.m. As the West Valley grows, we hope to add more buses to better serve the citizens of Goodyear, Avondale, and Litchfield Park. Since 2008, Southwest Valley commuters have been using a no-frills temporary Park and Ride lot near West Valley Hospital. Now, there are more than 400 covered parking spaces, bike lockers, plenty of shade, and beautiful desert landscaping. “Cotton Columns,” by Jim Gallucci Sculptor Ltd. is a public art work featuring Egyptian-style stainless steel columns which are dramatically lit every evening just after sunset and before dawn each day. Residents of Goodyear, as well as citizens of our neighboring cities, are invited to use the Park and Ride whenever they use alternative transportation like the express bus, carpools, or bicycles. It’s free, comfortable, convenient, and a big step towards a greener world. Even if you don’t carpool or ride the express bus, I invite you to drive by and have a look at this practical, beautiful facility. The Goodyear Park and Ride is located right behind Lowe’s Home Improvement Center at 13183 W. Cornerstone Blvd., just north of I-10 and west of Dysart Road.

From the Acting Mayor As 2011 begins, I find myself appreciating the strong sense of community for which Goodyear is known. Our residents, businesses, private and non-profit organizations, City staff, community leaders and members of the City Council come together, in person and in spirit, contributing to our success as a city. The Estrella Mountains, Goodyear Ballpark and our lovely parks are some of the places people meet, make new friends, and forge the future. In the company of one another, we celebrate events such as the Star Spangled 4th, Homeplate for the Holidays, and Make-a-Difference Day. Together we enjoy public art and support programs like the Homeless Youth Connection and Fill a Need. Our volunteers contribute more than 24,000 hours of time each year and use their talents to make the community a better place. Using fiscally sound policies, the City continues to cut the cost of government while preserving nearly the same level of services. With the arrival of Suntech, the world’s largest maker of solar panels and its first U.S. plant, and Sub-Zero, the leading manufacturer of American-made luxury refrigeration systems, Goodyear is poised to maximize opportunities and bring new jobs to the area as the economy begins its recovery. Transportation and commuting is easier and safer than ever, now that Interstate 10 has been widened and the new Park and Ride near Dysart and the freeway is open. As we embark upon this new year, I am confident that Goodyear’s collaborative efforts will continue and our community will enjoy a prosperous future. Joe Pizzillo

Goodyear City Council

For express bus schedules and routes, fare information, and more, visit Valley Metro’s website at www.valleymetro.org or call Valley Metro Customer Service at 602-253-5000. Dr. Frank Cavaliere

Vice Mayor Joe Pizzillo

Dick Sousa

Frank Cavaliere

Joanne Osborne

Sheri Lauritano

Gary Gelzer

You Have a Voice - You Have a Choice Your Vote Matters!

City of Goodyear All-Mail Election March 8, 2011

Usted Tiene una Voz - Usted Tiene una Opción - Su Voto Cuenta! Ciudad de Goodyear Elección de Coreo Marzo 8 de 2011 Less than 25% of Goodyear’s registered voters participated in the last election. Are you among the 75% who didn’t bother to vote last time? Voter turn-out in our neighboring cities is strong! Litchfield Park - 63%; Avondale - 44%; Surprise - 40%

Be part of the process, and VOTE!

If you can’t find your ballot in that stack of mail at home, NO PROBLEM. Just stop by City Hall to request a replacement. Your vote is important. It’s quick. It’s easy. It’s by mail. Even the postage is free! You have the right to vote for: • Mayor - 2-year unexpired term • 1 Council member - unexpired two-year term • 3 council members - four-year terms This is an all-mail ballot election. Registered voters will begin receiving ballots in the mail on February 10. Ballots must be submitted no later than March 8, 2011.

Menos del 25% de los votantes registrados de Goodyear participado en las últimas elecciones. ¿Está usted entre el 75% que no se molestó en votar la última vez? Participación de los ciudadanos en las ciudades vecinas es fuerte! Litchfield Park - 63%; Avondale - 44%; Surprise - 40%

Sea parte del proceso, y VOTAR!

Si no puede encontrar su boleta en esa pila de correo en casa, NO HAY PROBLEMA. Sólo tienes que pasar por el Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad de Goodyear para solicitar un reemplazo. Su voto es importante. Es rápido. Es muy fácil. Es por correo. Incluso los gastos de envío es gratis! Usted tiene el derecho a votar por: • Alcalde - 2 años de plazo vencido • Un miembro del Consejo - 2 años de plazo vencido • Tres miembros del Consejo - términos de cuatro años Se trata de una elección de voto por correo. Los votantes registrados comenzará a recibir las boletas por correo el 10 de Febrero. Las boletas deben ser presentadas a más tardar el 08 de marzo 2011.

Here’s what you need to do! It’s easy! VOTER REGISTRATION • Last day to register to vote: Monday, February 7, 2011 • Go to http://recorder.maricopa.gov/web/elections.aspx to register or to update your information. HOW TO GET A BALLOT • Ballots will be mailed to registered voters beginning February 10, 2011 • Request an early ballot be mailed to you, no later than Friday, February 25, 2011. • Replace lost, misplaced, damaged or dirty ballots in person at the City Clerk’s Office until 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 8. HOW TO VOTE EARLY • Voters can mail back their ballots as soon as they are filled out – the sooner the better! POSTAGE IS FREE! • Drop ballots off in person: City Clerk’s Office at Goodyear City Hall, 190 N. Litchfield Rd., beginning Monday, February 14, 2011, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (early voting by mail or in person does not require an ID, as long as you are on the Voter Registration List). HOW TO VOTE ON ELECTION DAY – March 8 Drop off ballots in person at City Clerk’s Office or any of the following polling places in Maricopa County, between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 8, 2011: • Recorder and Elections – Main Office (Downtown), 111 S. 3rd Ave., Phoenix, AZ • Recorder and Elections – Southeast Office (Mesa), 222 E. Javelina, Mesa, AZ • Elections – MCTEC Office, 510 3rd Ave., Phoenix, AZ You can get a ballot and vote in person at the City Clerk’s Office between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m., but ID is required. One photo ID with name AND address, or two non-photo IDs with name AND address, are acceptable. A conditional provisional ballot may be used if the voter does not have proper ID, and voter must come back and present acceptable ID no later than three days after the election.

Esto es lo que tiene que hacer! ¡Es fácil! REGISTRO DE VOTANTES • Último día para registrarse para votar: Lunes, 07 de Febrero 2011 • Ir a la http://recorder.maricopa.gov/web/elections.aspx para registrar o actualizar su información CÓMO OBTENER UNA BOLETA • Boletas se enviarán por correo a los votantes registrados a partir 10 de febrero 2011 • Solicitar por correo una boleta de votación anticipada a usted, a más tardar el Viernes, 25 de febrero 2011. • Reemplazar perdida, extraviada, dañada o sucia boletas en persona en la Oficina del Secretario de la Ciudad de Goodyear hasta las 7 p.m., Martes, 8 de Marzo. CÓMO VOTAR TEMPRANO • Los votantes pueden enviar por correo su voto tan pronto como se completa – cuanto antes mejor! ENVIO ES GRATIS! • Entrega boletas en persona al Secretario Municipal de la Oficina de Goodyear en el Ayuntamiento, 190 N. Litchfield Rd., a partir del Lunes, 14 de Febrero 2011, de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m., de Lunes a Viernes (la votación anticipada por correo o en persona no requiere una identificación, siempre y cuando usted está en la Lista de Registro de Votantes). CÓMO VOTAR EN EL DÍA DE ELECCIÓN - 8 de Marzo Deja su voto en persona en la Oficina de la Secretaría Municipal oa cualquiera de los siguientes lugares de votación en el Condado Maricopa, 6 a.m. - 7 p.m., Martes, 08 de Marzo 2011: • Recorder and Elections – Main Office (Downtown), 111 S. 3rd Ave., Phoenix, AZ • Recorder and Elections – Southeast Office (Mesa), 222 E. Javelina, Mesa, AZ • Elections – MCTEC Office, 510 3rd Ave., Phoenix, AZ Usted puede obtener una boleta y votar en persona en la Oficina del Secretario de la Ciudad 6 a.m. - 7 p.m., pero se requiere identificación. Una identificación con fotografía con nombre y dirección, o dos identificaciones sin foto con nombre y dirección, son aceptables. Una boleta provisional condicional puede ser utilizado si el votante no tiene identificación apropiada, el votante tiene que volver y presentar identificación aceptable a más tardar tres días después de la elección. 5

Shop Goodyear

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Important to City’s Budget

City Manager John F. Fischbach

As we enter into a new budget season, it makes me think about how important sales tax is as a revenue source for our General Fund. Sales tax represents more than half – 54% – of the General Fund revenues which make up the “pot of money” that pays for day-to-day operations in our city for departments that don’t generate fees to support all of their services. These departments include Police, Fire, Parks and Recreation, Ballpark, Economic Development, Community Development, Engineering, and all administrative functions such as ITS, Human Resources, City Manager’s Office, and Finance. Only the Water, Wastewater, and Sanitation departments are supported by “enterprise funds” made up of fees that cover their entire operations. The General Fund revenues made up almost half (47%) of the City’s entire revenues last year and will likely represent about that much in the coming year. This makes the General Fund one of the most significant of the City’s 90+ funds. Since the General Fund is so heavily reliant upon sales tax, I’d like to thank all of you who participated in “Shop Goodyear” this year and hope you will continue to spend your money in Goodyear year round to support your city services. I’d also like to acknowledge our generous merchants that sponsored “Shop Goodyear” this year. You will find their names displayed to the right as a big THANK YOU. If you are in one of their establishments, please thank them for their tremendous support of Goodyear.

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Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ)

Helps Goodyear Attract Jobs and New Business Goodyear is among a select group of communities recently approved for a new Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) in the West Valley. The Greater Maricopa Foreign Trade Zone (GMFTZ) was formed and is administered by WESTMARC, and comprised of several West Valley communities. GMFTZ was approved by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Foreign Trade Zones Board on December 22, 2010. Goodyear has two General Purpose FTZ locations: Palm Valley 303 and Goodyear Gateway South. Goodyear Crossings Industrial Park has also applied to the Foreign Trade Board for General Purpose FTZ status within the GMFTZ.

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The FTZ designation is a valuable tool that is useful in attracting and retaining businesses, and creating new job opportunities. Businesses in FTZs are treated as though they are outside U.S. Custom’s territory, and merchandise that is being repacked, assembled, manufactured, displayed, or placed in storage can be brought into the FTZ duty-free. Imports can be moved more quickly, without full customs formalities. Businesses in Arizona FTZs are also eligible for substantial reductions on real and personal property taxes.

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The incentives offered by the FTZ designation will help Goodyear attract more businesses, like Sub-Zero, Inc., the Wisconsin-based maker of luxury refrigerators and freezers, which was attracted by the FTZ and is already planning to bring more than 380 jobs to the area when it opens its new facility in Goodyear this year.

Local businesses, merchants and restaurants made shopping local a winning proposition for Goodyear residents, rewarding shoppers and diners with four Grand Prizes. With a twinkle in his eye, Michael Lavin accepted a sparkling diamond necklace from Osborne Jewelers. Single at the moment, Lavin proudly announced plans to present the Christmas prize to his mom. Travis Butler and a few of his favorite friends will enjoy a $150 wine tasting party at Ground Control. Lisa Welborn will relax with a $150 gift certificate to Salon Diversified. Natalie Zoota will reflect on her good fortune with a $235 mirror from Casa Linda Furniture. In addition to the businesses which provided our four fabulous Grand Prizes, the City’s program received tremendous support from shoppers and businesses alike. Memorable prizes were presented weekly by these fine Shop Goodyear sponsors: Estrella Cleaners; Great Goodies & Gifts; In Stitches! Fine Fabrics; Jamila Williams, Mary Kay Beauty Consultant; Jamila’s Gift Service; Majerle’s Sports Grill; Oasis Bagels; Salon Diversified; Sherwin/Williams; and Universal Beauty Salon.

Shop Goodyear Winners Shirley Abrams Paul Dutily Renee Beaton Adriana Garcia Megan Berry Amelia Gonzalez Jennifer Butler Camille Grabb Travis Butler Shirley Hill Marleen Bynum Linda Jones Kristi Darnell Vivian Klick George Dimeny Irma Krompacs Maggie Dimeny Michael Lavin Ed Dougherty Sean Luzader Marcia Dougherty Max Outram

Jorge Robles Margaret Robles Alec Rodriguez Derek Sands Jerry Sanger Summia Usmani Katie Velazquez Sergio Velazquez Lisa Welborn Natalie Zoota

Michael Lavin, Shop Goodyear for the Holidays Super Grand Prize winner of a sparkling diamond necklace from Osborne Jewelers

Winners’ names were pulled during weekly drawings throughout the holiday shopping season, culminating in the drawing for Osborne Jeweler’s Diamond Necklace Super Grand Prize drawing on Christmas Eve. To enter, residents and visitors simply dropped receipts from Goodyear merchants totaling $25 or more into a box at Goodyear City Hall. By shopping at local businesses, residents helped keep their dollars right here in Goodyear, working for them. Thank You to our sponsors... Sponsors Estrella Cleaners Great Goodies & Gifts In Stitches! Fine Fabrics Jamila Williams, Mary Kay Beauty Consultant Jamila’s Gift Service Majerle’s Sports Grill Oasis Bagels Salon Diversified Sherwin/Williams Universal Beauty Salon

Grand Prize Sponsors Casa Linda Furniture Ground Control Osborne Jewelers Salon Diversified

Social Media for Small Business Free Workshop Learn all about the latest trends in social media, and how to use this networking tool to market your business. Mark your calendar for Goodyear’s next Business Workshop from 7 to 9 a.m. on Tuesday, February 22 at Goodyear City Hall Room 117, 190 N. Litchfield Rd.

If you attended a previous Small Business Breakfast Series seminar on Social Media, this one contains new and different information. Space is limited for this timely presentation, “How to Use Social Media to Network and Market Your Business 2.0,” so RSVP now. Call 623-882-7781 to reserve your spot. Complimentary continental breakfast served at 7 a.m.; program begins promptly at 7:30 a.m. 7

Goodyear Park and Ride Now Open

Goodyear celebrated the Grand Opening of the new Park and Ride on December 15, 2010. The 12-acre Park and Ride features more than 400 covered parking spaces, bike lockers, a “Kiss-and-Ride” drop-off station, restrooms and plenty of shade. Parking is free for commuters who ride the bus, bike, or carpool. Goodyear’s new Park and Ride connects Southwest Valley commuters with downtown Phoenix via Valley Metro Express Bus Route 562. Since the express route was first introduced in July 2008, commuters have been using a temporary parking lot near West Valley Hospital until the permanent facility opened in December. Goodyear extends its special thanks to West Valley Hospital. Nationally recognized sculptor, Jim Gallucci, created the art elements which are incorporated into the project’s architectural design. The Goodyear Park and Ride was designed by Jacobs Engineering in Phoenix and built by Tempe-based Nesbitt Contracting Co. The $3.7 million cost was funded with federal stimulus dollars.

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For express bus schedules and routes, fare information, etc., visit Valley Metro’s website at www.valleymetro.org or call Valley Metro Customer Service at 602-253-5000. The Goodyear Park and Ride is conveniently located at 13183 W. Cornerstone Blvd., just north of Interstate 10, west of Dysart Road (behind Mimi’s Restaurant and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites) and south of McDowell Road.

HOA Training Seminars

April 9 & 16 8:30 a.m. to Noon

Join us for the HOA Training Seminars spring sessions from 8:30 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, April 9 and 16, at Goodyear City Hall, Room 117, 190 N. Litchfield Rd. The price of $5 per class includes refreshments. For information or to register, call Lili Schuett at 623-882-7801. These seminars are presented by Southwest Valley HOA Academy, a partnership with the City of Avondale, City of Goodyear, and Town of Buckeye.

Saturday, April 9 - Seminar I

Budget and Finance Techniques for HOAs This seminar, taught by a community management professional, will focus on creative ways HOAs can manage their finances in today’s economic climate. Legal Aspects of Foreclosures and Delinquent Assessments Learn the legalities of managing and maintaining HOAs experiencing numerous foreclosures and delinquencies. Presented by an attorney from Mulcahy Law Firm, P.C.

Saturday, April 16 - Seminar II

Case Study – HOA Rags to Riches Learn how a West Valley HOA that was on the verge of bankruptcy implemented techniques and policies to cut expenses and realized a $200,000 surplus in just two years.

From left to right: Gary Gelzer, Goodyear City Councilman; Jim Nesbitt, President/CEO, Nesbitt Construction; Dan Freese, Project Engineer, Jacobs Engineering; Frank Cavaliere, Goodyear City Councilman; Joe Pizzillo, Goodyear Vice Mayor; Leslie Williams-Nichols, Chairman of the Goodyear Arts and Culture Commission; Dave Boggs, Executive Director, Valley Metro/RPTA Valley Metro runs express buses like this to and from downtown Phoenix.

Holiday Schedule Presidents’ Day Monday, February 21 City Offices Closed Sanitation Collection: Container collection service for each zone will be shifted to one day later than your normal collection day following Monday, February 21, Presidents’ Day. There will be NO BULK COLLECTION service provided on Monday, February 21, Presidents’ Day. If your designated day falls on this holiday, your bulk trash will be collected two weeks later on the next regular designated pickup day for your zone. Visit www.goodyearaz.gov for more information. 8

Basic Home Maintenance Workshop

Tuesday, March 1 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Learn about the basic home maintenance skills every homeowner should have during this two-hour course presented by Goodyear’s Neighborhood Services in partnership with the City of Avondale and the Town of Buckeye at Goodyear’s Venida Office Complex, 195 N. 145th Ave., Building D. Major household systems, including structural, electrical and HVAC will be discussed, along with tips on how to properly care for these components. Plumbing basics will highlight maintaining toilets, tubs, faucets, showers, and drains. The class is taught by Mr. Handyman of the West Valley. This two-hour class is FREE, but enrollment is limited to the first 25 residents to register. Sign up now. Call Jane at 623-882-7812.

Legal Aspects of Transition, Parking, Self-Help, and Dealing with Bankrupt Developers This seminar, taught by an attorney from Mulcahy Law Firm, P.C., will focus on current concerns being faced by HOAs today. The 2011 Legislative update will also be discussed.

No Burn Days Winter here in the desert can be chilly, but before warming up around the fireplace, fire pit, or doing any open outdoor burning, be sure to check for No Burn Day restrictions. Weather conditions can create dry, stagnant conditions when air pollution levels rise. That’s when Maricopa County Air Quality Department issues 24-hour No Burn Day restrictions. Goodyear residents are encouraged to log on to www.CleanAirMakeMore.com to see if No Burn Day restrictions have been declared; sign up for e-mail alerts or text messages about No Burn Days; download the Clean Air Make More Desktop Widget for automatic updates and current air quality forecasts and restrictions. Visit the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) website for pollution advisories, health watches, air quality updates, and e-mail and text alerts at www.azdeq.gov. 9

Business Registration and Fee Due Now Water and sewer rates change this month. The utility bill for a residential customer who uses 8,000 gallons per month is increasing by about $4.64 per month, up from an average in 2010 of $93.78 to $98.42 in 2011. Customers pay for the volume of water used each month, based on a four-tier system. Beginning this January, the cost of the least expensive water rate tier will increase by 5 cents per 1,000 gallons. High and very high water users are now charged higher rates to partially offset the higher cost of providing that service. To estimate how the new rates affect your bill, compare your 2010 water bills to the chart below. In addition to volume charges, customers pay base fees for water and sewer. These base fees are increasing for all customers. The amount of the cost increase depends on the type of residence or business, size of meter, and whether you live inside or outside Goodyear city limits. Check your utility bill for details. (Applies only to customers south of I-10.) Base Rate Changes for Residential Water and Sewer

Examples of Monthly Water and Sewer Costs

including volume and base rate charges for residents with ¾” meter

Flat rate sanitation charges of $22.80 and applicable taxes are not included in this example, but will appear on your utility bill. Sanitation charges for customers outside Goodyear city limits are 25% higher than for customers inside city limits. For rate information, visit www.goodyearaz.gov/rates.

Five Winter Water-Saving Tips Take steps now to trim your water bills. Your monthly water use between January and March is what determines your average monthly winter water use which is called your Winter Quarter Average (WQA). By keeping your WQA low, it will also help you minimize your sewer bills from June 2011 to May 2012. (See green box below for more information.)

It’s time for all Goodyear businesses to register with the City and pay the $75 annual permit fee. Compared to other West Valley cities, Goodyear’s $75 fee is in the mid-range, and offers many benefits to registered businesses. Registered businesses are offered a presence on the Shop Goodyear page on the City website, which receives more than 65,000 visitors each month. Businesses have access and can directly update their own information and can use the Shop Goodyear site on the City website to • Help visitors and residents find your products, services • Post job openings • List hours of operation • Offer coupons, advertise discounts, specials • Locator map lists information about registered businesses Good News for Business, the electronic business newsletter, from Economic Development will be sent directly to your registered business e-mail address with news, events, and activities of special interest to business owners. Real-time e-Blasts will offer timely business information updates, such as: • Small Business Breakfast Series – Experts offer tips for growing a business and boosting visibility • Financial Seminars – Tax planning, lending practices, credit management • Economic development news and information • New business recruitment news • Employment opportunities • Workforce trends

Five Ways to Save in Winter 1. Turn off sprinklers and irrigation systems whenever we have more than one inch of rain. To measure rainfall, pick up a free rain gauge at City Hall or the Public Works Administration Building. 2. Reduce how often you water all plants while weather is cool. Water vegetables and annuals weekly. Water desert plantings and Bermuda grass no more than once a month. Winter grass needs water every 10 to 14 days. 3. Catch rain water coming off your roof in buckets. Cover buckets to keep dust and leaves out. Use the free water to mop, wash your car, and water container plants. 4. Don’t drain your pool unless it needs repairs. You’ll save 15,000 to 24,000 gallons of water, as well as avoid additional wastewater fees. Visit www.goodyearaz.gov for information on “Keeping Pool Water in the Pool.” 5. Cover your pool if you are not using it regularly. This reduces evaporation during sunny winter afternoons.

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Conserving Water Lowers Sewer Bills

Remember to use water wisely during the winter quarter, and you’ll save on sewer bills all year long. 10

The $75 annual permit fee was due December 31, but a grace period is in effect through January 31. Failure to register and pay the fee can result in fines of up to $500. A business permit is required for any person or company doing business in the City of Goodyear, including homebased businesses. Nonprofit organizations, churches, and schools are exempt. Individuals and sole proprietors must include proof of citizenship, such as driver’s license, passport, visa, etc. along with the application. Registration helps sales tax auditors confirm that all businesses are collecting and paying their share of taxes. Mail or hand deliver registration renewal forms or new registration applications along with cash, check, or money order for $75, to City of Goodyear Business Permit Registration, 190 N. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear, AZ 85338. Download registration forms and instructions at www.goodyearaz.gov/businessreg. Online registration is not available at this time.

PebbleCreek Quilters Donate Quilt to Centennial Committee

Save money by eliminating unnecessary outdoor winter water use. Plan now and conserve landscape watering so a sewer appeal won’t be needed later.

For all City of Goodyear water customers (homes south of I-10), the key to keeping your sewer bill low throughout next year is to minimize the amount of water you use during January, February, and March of this year. The City estimates the amount of water your household puts down the sewer based upon your average monthly water consumption during these three winter months. The City averages the amount of water you use in January, February, and March to determine your Winter Quarter Average (WQA). Once a year, in May, sewer bills are adjusted using your new WQA. You will never be charged more than your WQA. However, if you conserve and use less water, you will be billed at the lower amount.

Protection and safety programs serve your business 24/7: • Receive immediate notification of any robbery, scam, or other criminal activity in the area through the “Protect Your Business” program. • Trim emergency call response time by providing fire, police, and first responders with ready access to your business information.

Members of this generous quilting group are (left to right): Kathleen O’Connell, Wendy Gilbert, Donna Aybar, Ronda Jones, Helen Phillips, Liz Gray, Sue Godwin, Rosemary Reynolds, Cathy Howell Not in photo: Carolyn Berndt, Faith Kalback, Donna Wisnoski

The Estrella Mountain Quilters of PebbleCreek donated an incredible gift to the Goodyear State Centennial Committee to help them raise money toward their efforts to renovate the Litchfield Station Train Depot. The quilt that they donated for future raffles is traditionally pieced using a flying geese pattern – a pattern was chosen for its mass Southwestern appeal. A member of the Centennial Committee asked the quilting group to donate a quilt and they were honored to do so, donating all the materials and working hundreds of hours from October through December to complete it. At 80” wide by 100” long, the quilt will fit a king-size bed. Raffle tickets will be sold at all City events during 2011 and at Goodyear City Hall. 11

Hundreds of Volunteers Help Goodyear Save Big Since July 1, 2007, volunteers have contributed more than 43,000 hours of service to the City of Goodyear. That pencils out to a total savings of nearly $800,000 for the City. In 2011, the City expects the value of these volunteer hours to top $1 million. Volunteers worked a record 24,000 hours last year, about twice the number of hours than the previous year, according to Judi Switanek, volunteer coordinator for the City. “The contribution of time and dedication from our volunteers is just amazing,” Switanek said. “The value of the work hours they put in last year is more than $400,000.” Many new volunteers were added last year to help out during Spring Training at Goodyear Ballpark, Switanek said. During the 2010 Spring Training Volunteer Statistics season alone, 200 volunteers put in 10,000 work hours at the 2007 - 2008 6,674 hours value $130,204.86 Goodyear Ballpark, for an annual 2008 - 2009 12,633 hours value $245,203.86 cost savings of $184,000, according 2009 - 2010 24,310 hours value $419,864.50 to Parks and Recreation Director Mike Svetz. “Our volunteers work TOTAL 2007 - 2010: 43,616.5 hours value $795,274.22 as ushers, ticket-takers, and as transportation assistants driving carts carrying guests between the parking lots and the gate,” Svetz said. “Our volunteers are key to our operation here, especially during Spring Training.” Judi Switanek said volunteers also put tremendous time, talent, and effort into working in virtually every department in the City. “They help handle administrative tasks like filing and staffing the reception desk at City Hall. They work with Police, Fire, Finance, Public Works, and many of our special projects like G.A.I.N., Graffiti-Busters, Make-A-Difference Day, Adopt a Park, and Fill a Need.” For information on volunteer opportunities, contact Judi Switanek, Volunteer Coordinator, at 623-882-7807.

Shop-With-A-Cop Goodyear police officers, volunteers, and Police Explorers chaperoned 39 local children during the annual Shop-WithA-Cop holiday shopping spree, hosted by Walmart and Target. Chick-Fil-A Restaurant provided breakfast for the young shoppers. Each child received a $200 gift card, and was accompanied by a shopping helper who offered guidance and gift suggestions. Funding for the event was provided in large part by $8,600 donated from the proceeds of the PebbleCreek Fall Home Tours, which over the years has become the main sponsor of Shop-With-A-Cop.

PebbleCreek Classic Car Club

Fill a Need Program Eases Troubled Times The holidays brought more than good tidings to 28 families and 110 youngsters. Through the Fill a Need program, Goodyear volunteers donated and delivered Christmas gifts, children’s toys, household items, and food boxes to the grateful arms of neighbors, easing their financial hardships and troubled times this holiday season. Families are referred to the program by individuals through an application process, and recipients are selected based on need. Residents, City employees, and local businesses helped donate and wrap items in time for delivery to the families on December 18. In addition to toys, gifts and holiday dinner fixings, basic items such as toothbrushes, new socks, and laundry detergent were at the top of many wish-lists. With this program, the identities of families are kept confidential. People who have lost jobs and exhausted their savings, single parents with young children and unexpected medical emergencies, and other ordinary men and women facing trying times received a helping hand this holiday season.

Help for the Homeless City of Goodyear employees donated $1,000, the proceeds of an employee fundraising effort, to the Homeless Youth Connection in December 2010. Homeless Youth Connection is a non-profit whose mission is to feed, clothe and obtain safe shelter for homeless young people living in Goodyear and the West Valley. To contact the Homeless Youth Connection, call 623-313-8336 or visit hyconnectionkids.org.

APS Peak Solutions Program

Representatives from Arizona Public Service Company and Comverge presented a $5,335 check to Vice Mayor Pizzillo in support of the City’s participation in the APS Peak Solutions Program on December 6. Peak Solutions is a voluntary program that encourages large electrical consumers to use less power if events occur which might affect delivery. This helps APS avoid producing high-cost electricity during periods of heavy demand. The program runs from June through September, and is called for by APS only when temperatures and other factors that could impact electrical demand and production occur. Goodyear sincerely thanks APS and Comverge for supporting the City’s participation in the program and its support of energy efficiency and conservation.

From left to right: Vice Mayor Joe Pizzillo, Public Works Municipal Services Deputy Director Mark Flynn, Comverge Account Manager John King, APS Key Account Manager Kristi Lyzwa, APS Program Manager Gary Duede, Peak Solutions Western Regional Sales Director Mike Decker

C.E.R.T.

Community Emergency Response Team Sign Up Now!

Learn skills to safely help yourself, your family, and your neighbors during a disaster until emergency responders arrive. Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT, is a series of nine classes, including disaster preparedness, fire suppression, light search-and-rescue operations, team organization, disaster medical review, a mock exercise emergency drill, and more. FREE.

Donates Food and Funds During the 4th Annual PebbleCreek Autofest held at Goodyear Ballpark and coordinated by La Kreme Kustom Events, the PebbleCreek Classic Car Club collected more than 5,000 pounds of food for the Agua Fria Food Bank and raised money for two organizations in Goodyear. During the December 13, 2010 Council Meeting, the PebbleCreek Car Club presented two checks totaling $2,500, split between the YMCA Teen Action Council and the New Life Center.

Sabrina Solie, Human Resources Specialist for the City of Goodyear, spearheaded the program this year. Monetary contributions this year exceeded those of any previous year, and it took three large trucks brimming full to make the deliveries.

City Wins with

Larry Cervarich and Elizabeth Ridenbaugh from the Homeless Youth Connection, with Sondra Healy, assistant to the acting mayor.

Classes meet from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, beginning February 1, at the Goodyear Public Works building, 4980 S. 157th Ave., on the west side of Estrella Parkway just south of MC 85. Register by e-mail at CERT@goodyearaz.gov or Goodyear Fire Department Administrative Offices at 623-932-2300. 13

Hot Coffee

Recycle Electronics

Presents

Don’t toss those old computers, monitors, cell phones, land line telephones, printers, cameras, PDAs, televisions, DVD players, and other out-dated electronics into your trash! Recycle your old electronic waste instead, and keep pollutants out of our landfills.

Rock Art in the Valley

Arizona Department of Environmental Quality is sponsoring a FREE regional electronic waste recycling event for the Southwest Valley from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 29. Goodyear residents are encouraged to bring old electronics to Parking Lot G at Estrella Mountain Community College at 3000 N. Dysart Rd. in Avondale. Refrigerators, washers, and dryers will not be accepted. Goodyear residents can also recycle electronics all year long at the Waste Management White Tanks Transfer Station, 18605 W. McDowell Rd. at the corner of Perryville Road. Free drop-off, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday; 7 a.m. to Noon, Saturdays; closed Sundays. Only electronics with circuit boards are accepted.

Get Eco-Friendly Fertilizer

through the

Green Waste Program

Goodyear’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Sanitation Division have partnered with sponsor Hickman’s Egg Ranch to create a green waste pilot program. Parks and Sanitation staff members collect green waste material such as landscape trimmings that would normally go to the landfill. Hickman’s hauls it to their processing plant where the materials are chipped and ground into small pieces. It’s then mixed with hen manure and made into high-grade fertilizers and compost material that is sold at local hardware stores and nurseries. The green waste you put at the curb and the waste that is generated from our City parks and right-of-ways could be the raw ingredients of eco-friendly fertilizer you can use around your home. For more information or to find out where to buy Hickman’s fertilizers and compost materials, contact Larry Allison at 602-980-1183 or Lallison@hickmanseggs.com.

One brush stroke at a time...

Graffiti Buster Program Information Meeting Tuesday, February 1 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. There’s never been a better time to participate in Goodyear’s city-wide Graffiti Buster volunteer program, partnering with residents to restore neighborhood pride, one brush stroke at a time. Residents, community leaders, and volunteers are encouraged to attend an informational meeting from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on February 1. Contact Neighborhood Services at 623-882-7812 for location and details. 14

7 Steps for Signs If your New Year resolutions include getting organized with a yard sale or garage sale, keep these seven simple rules in mind. • 4 garage sales per year • 6 square feet maximum for garage sale signs • 3 days maximum for posting garage sale signs • No signs allowed on sidewalks and public rights-of-way • No cardboard boxes should be used as signs • Sunrise until sunset is when signs may be out • Remove signs before dark Be thoughtful and follow the rules. City Codes regarding yard and garage sale signs are enforced. Violations may result in confiscated signs and fines.

Library Events

Rock Art in Metro Phoenix is the topic of the next Hot Coffee talk at 7 p.m., Thursday, January 27, at Ground Control Coffee, 14140 W. Indian School Rd. in Goodyear. Casandra Hernandez of the Arizona State University Deer Valley Rock Art Center will discuss who created these carvings, possible interpretations, and their importance to Arizona’s cultural heritage. Discussion is encouraged. Hot Coffee presentations are hosted by Goodyear Parks and Recreation and the Goodyear Arts and Culture Commission, and are free and open to the public. No reservations necessary. Coffee is provided courtesy of Ground Control. For more information, call 623-882-7809.

G.A.I.N. Kudos Many dedicated people contributed time and talent to Goodyear’s 2010 G.A.I.N. event, Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods. In addition to the individuals noted in the December 2010 INFOCUS, the City extends its sincere appreciation to the following volunteers, whose names were inadvertently omitted in that issue: Keisha Beard, Tammy Campbell, Elliot Gonzalez, Bonnie Lewis, Susan Lutz, Barb Missaggia, Steve Royer, Mary Salais, Dave Schock, and Debbie Vivian. Special thanks goes to Alex Kohli, marketing, communications and design consultant of Kohli Marketing Design LLC, who donated his exceptional design work on a very short time line. For the venue’s JumboTron, Kohli produced a looping DVD and created an advertising program with free consultations and format-friendly ads for sponsors.

January - February 2011 Preschool Story Time (ages 3-5) Mondays, January 24, 31 and February 7, 14, 28 at 10:30 or 11:15 a.m. City Hall, 190 N. Litchfield Rd., Room 117 Start your week off right with fun stories, songs, and activities. Parents may choose either the 10:30 or 11:15 a.m. session. Craft Activity (ages 4-8) Wednesday, February 2 at 3:30 p.m. Goodyear Branch Library, 250 N. Litchfield Rd., Suite 185 Book Discussion Group for Adults Mondays, January 24 and February 28 at 1 p.m. City Hall, 190 N. Litchfield Rd., Room 117 Stop by the library to pick up copies of the selections. You’re invited to bring your lunch. Friends of the Goodyear Branch Library Membership Meeting Monday, February 28 at 2:30 p.m. City Hall, 190 N. Litchfield Rd., Room 117 Come to this Friends membership meeting and help promote the library as a cultural, educational and recreational asset to the community.

Tres Rios Nature and Earth Festival Tres Rios Nature and Earth Festival will again be held at Estrella Mountain Regional Park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 5 and 6, 2011. This popular festival highlights local plants, animals, and ecosystems in the stunning riparian area at the confluence of the Gila, Salt, and Agua Fria rivers.

Enjoy an up-close look at local wildlife, archery, fishing, bird-watching, canoeing, and hiking tours. Learn about recycling and green-living zones. This family-friendly festival features a special Children’s Nature and Fun Zone with hands-on activities, a recycling fashion show, live entertainment with the Backporch Bandits bluegrass group, and food and crafts for sale. The event is free, but a $3 per vehicle entrance fee is charged by the park. There is a small charge for some children’s rides. For more information, visit tresriosnaturefestival.com or call 623-932-2260. After rains last year caused heavy water flows on the Gila River, the Festival was moved from Phoenix International Raceway to Estrella Mountain Park, which will again be the venue for the event. Estrella Mountain Regional Park is located at 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear, Arizona, about five miles south of I-10, just off Estrella Parkway. 15

2011

SPRING TRAINING New this season!

Half Price Child* Tickets

Promotion Days Kids Run the Bases

every Saturday and Sunday after the game like their favorite players.

Flexible 3 game mini plans

with purchase of a regular priced ticket in select seating areas (*Children 12 and under)

Choose any 3 or more home games to receive discounts and preferred seating

Sponsored by Hilgers Orthodontics & Hilgers Pediatric Dentistry

Seniors Stroll the Bases

after Tuesday and Thursday games (excluding March 15 and 17).

McDonald’s® Family Fun Pack* - $44 Available March 5, 13, 18, 19 & 27

Autograph Days

4 berm tickets, 4 McDonald’s® Extra Value Meals & 4 passes to an exclusive autograph session. *Available for purchase at Goodyear Ballpark Ticket Office. Valid only at Goodyear McDonald’s®. Autograph passes while supplies last.

SEATING AREA

Single Game Tickets Adult Child*

Mini Plan Per Game

Terrace

$27 $27 $23 $18 $12 $8 $30 $15**

– – – $9 $6 $4 – –

– – $21 $16 $11 – $29 –

Suite

$750

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Premium Field Box Club Infield Box Outfield Box Outfield Reserved Berm Right Field Pavilion

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*Children 12 and under **Day of game only; food not included  Food and non-alcoholic beverages included

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SUN

CIN 1:05

CHC 1:05

MON

CLE 1:05

MIL 1:05

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TUE

LAD 1:05 ARI 1:05

WED

CWS 1:05 SD 1:05

THU

LAD 7:05

FRI COL 1:05

SAT CWS 1:05

SF 1:05

SEA 1:05

LAA 2:05

LAA 1:05

ARI 1:05 ARI 1:05

OAK 1:05 SEA 1:05

CHC 1:05

MIL 1:05

OAK 1:05

CIN 12:05

KC 7:05 KC 1:05

CLE 1:05 TEX 1:05

Game dates, times and opponents subject to change Game times in MST

TEX 7:05 SD 1:05

INDIANS HOME

www.goodyearaz.gov/ballpark • 623.882.3130

COL 1:05 SF 7:05

REDS HOME

March 1, 2 and 23. Collect autographs from Indians or Reds players before the game. Autograph tickets distributed prior to gates opening for the autograph session shortly after gates open.

Play Catch on the Field

March 15 and 17. Bring your gloves to play catch in the outfield after the game! Soft toss baseballs provided.

Fan Appreciation Day

March 29. Autographed team memorabilia and other items will be given away each inning. Don’t miss this game!

Ticket Discounts $1 Berm Days

February 27, 28, March 17 and 29. When our two Ohio teams play each other, buy one regularly priced berm ticket and get another for $1.

Military Discount*

All games. Group pricing available to active duty, retired military and Guard/ Reserve personnel.

Senior Days*

Weekday games. $2-3 off Outfield Box, Outfield Reserved or Berm tickets.

Spring Break Student Discount* March 14-18 games. $2-3 off Outfield Box, Outfield Reserved or Berm tickets.

*Offer available at Goodyear Ballpark Ticket Office only. Valid ID required. Promotions and discounts subject to change. Discounts may not be combined.

How to Purchase In person: Goodyear Ballpark Ticket Office (M-F 9-5; Sat 10-2) and select Ticketmaster outlets By phone: 800-745-3000 Online:

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City of Goodyear Events, Classes, and Sports Spring 2011

Heart & Sole Run

City Market

Special Events

Goodyear’s outdoor farmer’s market has become a West Valley favorite. Enjoy an outdoor stroll as you shop for produce, specialty foods, unique gifts, crafts, pet novelties, and works by local artists. City Market takes place the first Saturday of every month, through May (not held during March, during Spring Training). For more information and vendor applications, call 623-882-7603. Dates: February 6, April 2, May 7 (not held during March) Times: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Goodyear Ballpark, Estrella Parkway, south of Yuma Road Price: FREE, free parking

4th Annual Skatefest

Demos by pro and semi pro skateboarders, raffle, vendors, food, and free t-shirts to first 100 participants. For more information, call 623-882-7603. Dates: March 12 Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Goodyear Community Park, skatepark Price: FREE

5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk presented by West Valley Hospital Register online through February 14 at www.active.com/running/ goodyear-az/heart-and-sole-5k-runwalk-and-1-mile-fun-runwalk-2011 Register in person through February 14 at the Goodyear Recreation office: 3075 N. Litchfield Rd. Register by February 5 to receive $5 off. Date: Saturday, February 19, 2011 Registration and check in opens at 6 a.m. 5K starts at 8 a.m., 1 Mile starts at 8:15 a.m. Location: Goodyear Ballpark, Estrella Parkway, south of Yuma Road Prices: $25 per participant - 5K; $20 per participant - 1 Mile

Spring Concert Series

Enjoy some of the best bands in the Southwest! Bring lawn chairs or blankets for your comfort as you listen to a wide variety of musical performances for the whole family. You may bring food and beverages (no glass containers please) or purchase from our on-site food vendor. Please check the website: www.goodyearaz.gov for more information. Dates: Fridays, beginning April 8, 2011 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Goodyear Community Park, 3151 N. Litchfield Rd. Price: FREE, free parking April 1 DEM Band (New millennium cover hits) April 8 Static Confuzion (Classic Rock, Country, Modern Rock) April 15 The LoungeKatz (R&B and smooth funky jazz hits) April 22 The Southwest Surfers (Beach Boys cover band)

Important Information Goodyear Recreation Registration

If you are new to City of Goodyear Recreation, a household account (each family member’s name, address, phone numbers, e-mail, and birthdays) must be established before registering for the first time. Proof of residency, if you live in Goodyear, birth certificates for all minors under 18 years old, and a photo ID for each parent or legal guardian are required when setting up a household account. Only parents or legal guardians are allowed to register minors. Registration is required for all classes. Registration may be accepted online or at the Goodyear Recreation Office at 3075 N. Litchfield Rd., 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. Please note: non-refundable convenience fees apply to all online transactions. Not all classes are available for online registration. Some classes require registration fees and class fees in addition to the price of the class. For more information on registration, please visit www.goodyearaz.gov/rec or call 623-882-7525. Registration begins February 7.

Refund Policy for All Programs

If the participant wishes to cancel enrollment or does not participate in a program, the participant must notify the Parks & Recreation Department at least five days before the start of the program to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued less than five days prior to the start of the program or reservation date. There are three refund options: 1) Parks & Recreation Household Account: If the customer wants the refund posted to his/her account, a credit for the paid amount minus the online convenience fee charge will be issued. This amount must be used within one year of the issue date.

2) Check Refund: If the customer paid by cash or check and would like a check issued from the City Finance Department, a 20% or $5 administration fee (whichever is greater) will be deducted from the amount that was paid. A check will be mailed within two weeks. 3) Credit Card Refund: If the customer paid by credit card and would like to credit his/her credit card, a 20% or $5 administration fee (whichever is greater) will be deducted from the amount that was originally paid minus the online convenience fee charge. A credit card refund will be issued within three days.

Scholarships

The City of Goodyear offers scholarships to all Goodyear residents to make our programs more affordable for families. Participants must meet the following requirements: 1. Must be a Goodyear resident. 2. Participate in one of the following state or federal programs: • Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) • Supplemental Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) • Women, Infants & Children (WIC) • Reduced Lunch Program/Free Lunch Program • Subsidized Housing (HUD) • Department of Economic Security (DES) • State Foster Care Program 3. Must provide federal assistance program documentation. The cost is $5. For more information, please call 623-882-7525. 1

For information, please call 623-882-7525 or visit www.goodyearaz.gov/rec

Aquatics Goodyear Pool 430 E. Loma Linda Blvd. (south of Van Buren, east of Litchfield) Pool Office: 623-932-4809 Open Swim Hours* May 28 – July 31 (no evening open swim May 31 – June 3) Monday – Friday: 1 to 4 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays: 2 to 8 p.m. Memorial Day (May 30): 2 to 8 p.m. July 4th: 2 to 6 p.m. August 6 – September 4 Saturdays and Sundays only: 2 to 6 p.m. Labor Day (September 5): 2 to 8 p.m. *Open swim hours may change due to events or weather conditions.

Please check the website for an updated open swim schedule or call ahead to confirm open swim times.

Open Swim Daily Price: $1.50 per person, 3 yrs and under are free Open Swim Pass: May 28 – September 5 Individual Pass: $25 ($30 non-resident) Family Pass: $50 ($60 non-resident) Family passes are available for members of the same household.

Pool Rental

The Goodyear Swimming Pool is available to reserve for private parties April 4 – September 4. Please call the Pool Manager at 623-882-7352, for availability. Reservations are required 14 days in advance. The fee includes the use of the pool facility and lifeguards (see fee schedule below). Payment is required at the time of reservation. There is a maximum of 160 swimmers for pool rentals. Please know the number of swimmers at the time of reservation. Please note: reservations may change due to weather conditions or other unsafe conditions. Under these circumstances, a full refund will be issued. Reservations must be made at the Recreation Office. Download a reservation form at www.goodyearaz.gov/rec 50 – 80 people $ 75 per hour 81 – 120 people $105 per hour 121 – 160 people $135 per hour

Community Days at the YMCA

Southwest Valley Family YMCA and the City of Goodyear have teamed up to offer free swim days to Goodyear residents. Non-residents are welcome at daily entrance fee. Please call the YMCA, 623-935-5193, for more information on pool entrance fees. Community Days take place at the YMCA pool on Litchfield and Thomas roads on the following dates from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. May 21 – Summer Kick Off Goodyear Residents Free Swim 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. June 17 – Flick N Float movie begins at 8:30 p.m. June 18 – Goodyear Residents Free Swim 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. July 15 – Waterama 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. (midnight) July 16 – Goodyear Residents Free Swim 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. August 20 – Goodyear Residents Free Swim 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. September 17 – Goodyear Residents Free Swim 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Olympics event 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 2

Swim Lessons

Lessons are organized by age and ability; four students per instructor for Preschool Levels, six students per instructor for Learn-to-Swim Levels 1 to 3, eight students per instructor for Learn-to-Swim Levels 4 to 6, and 12 students per instructor for Parent and Child classes. Swim lesson sessions consist of 8 classes; 2 weeks/4 days per week. Students must be the required age by the first day of the session. Schedule depends on staff availability. Not all levels are offered at the same times. Make-ups cannot be arranged for any reason, including illness. Instructors will notify participants if a make-up class will be scheduled. Fees are non-refundable five days prior to the start of the session. Refunds or credits will not be issued. This swim lesson program requires parent involvement. You can help by providing for your child’s safety around water at all times, maintaining enthusiasm and a positive attitude about learning to swim, ensuring that your child attends each swim lesson (unless they are sick), applying water safety rules and the fundamental skills your child is learning. We encourage purchasing a participation book for $2 at registration. Swim Assessments Swim assessments are mandatory for swim lessons. Instructors will be available starting April 19 and on select dates at the Goodyear Pool to evaluate participants for placement. Please bring swim suit and towel. Assessments will take 5 to 10 minutes per child. Registration will not be accepted at the assessments. Assessments take place April 19 – May 12, Tuesday or Thursday 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. or Saturdays 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.; May 14, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; May 15 – July 17, during open swim hours. Please call for special requests. Levels Parent and Child Level 1 (6 months - 18 months) Parent and Child Level 2 (18 months - 3 years) Preschool Aquatics Level 1 (3 - 5 years) Preschool Aquatics Level 2 (3 - 5 years) Preschool Aquatics Level 3 (3 - 5 years) Learn-to-Swim Level 1 – Introduction to Water Skills (5+ years) Learn-to-Swim Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatics Skills (5+ years) Learn-to-Swim Level 3 – Stroke Development (5+ years) Learn-to-Swim Level 4 – Stroke Improvement (5+ years) Learn-to-Swim Level 5 – Stroke Refinement (5+ years) Learn-to-Swim Level 6 – Swimming and Skill Proficiency (5+ years) Swim Lesson Sessions and Registration Session 1: May 23 – June 3, no class May 30. Register May 17 – 20 Session 2: June 6 – 17. Register June 1 – 3 Session 3: June 20 – July 1. Register June 14 – 17 Session 4: July 5 – 15. Register June 28 – July 1 Session 5: July 18 – 29. Register July 12 – 15 Register online or in person at the Recreation Office 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Priority registration for Goodyear residents May 16, June 13, June 27, July 11 Times: 10:15 to 11 a.m., 11 to 11:45 a.m., 2:45 to 3:30 p.m., 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., 4:15 to 5 p.m., 5 to 5:45 p.m., 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. Not all times are offered on the same days. See Summer Recreation Catalog for more information. Location: Goodyear Swimming Pool, 430 E. Loma Linda Blvd. Prices: $30 ($40 non-resident)

Swim and Dive Teams (4 - 18 yrs, as of June 7, 2011) Goodyear Sharks is a seasonal, recreational swim and dive team. Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards and be familiar with butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. Divers must be able to swim and tread water. Participants must have an appropriate swim suit, cap, goggles, water bottle, sunscreen, and towel. Meet and Activity Schedule can be viewed online. $5 discount for multiple siblings. Register starting April 18 at www.goodyearaz.gov/rec or at the Recreation Office. Swim Team Days: Monday – Friday Dates: May 16 – July 8 (or July 15 for finalists) Times: Swimmers must swim according to their age group. Swimmers may choose ONE practice time for the season. Must choose one morning practice. May 16 – June 3: after school practices 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. (5 - 6 yrs) 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. (7 - 8 yrs) 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. (9 - 10 yrs) 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (11 - 18 yrs) June 6 – July 9: morning practices 7 to 8 a.m. (13 - 18 and 11 - 12 yrs) 8 to 9 a.m. (11 - 12 and 9 - 10 yrs) 9 to 10 a.m. (9 - 10 and 7 - 8 yrs) 10 to 10:45 a.m. (7 - 8 and 4 - 6 yrs) Locations: Practices at Goodyear Swimming Pool; meet locations vary. Prices: $49 ($69 non-resident) Dive Team Days: Monday – Friday Dates: May 16 – July 22 (or July 30 for finalists) Times: Divers must swim according to age and ability level. May 16 – June 3: after school practices 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. (11 - 18 yrs) 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. (5 - 10 yrs) June 6 – July 22: morning practices 7 to 8:15 a.m. (9 - 12 yrs) 8:15 to 9:30 a.m. (5 - 8 yrs) 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. (13+ yrs) Locations: Practices at Goodyear Swimming Pool; meet locations vary. Prices: $49 ($69 non-resident)

City of Goodyear Season Pool Jobs Apply at www.goodyearaz.gov for Lifeguard I, Lifeguard II/ Swim Instructor, Assistant Swim Coach, Assistant Dive Coach, Head Swim Coach, Assistant Pool Manager, and Pool Manager.

Dive Team - Beginner to Intermediate (5+ yrs) A “Safety First” approach to Beginning divers as they learn the proper way to execute a front approach, front take-off, back take-off, standing front dive, front dive with approach, back dive (fall-off), back dive with take-off, front dive 1/2 twist, inward dive and introduction to somersaulting. Divers will also master the positions of tuck, pike and straight (layout) and proper execution of head-first entries and feet-first entries. An introduction to the dive numbering system and degree of difficulty for various dives will be covered as relates to competitions. Covering four types of work-out: physical conditioning, diving gymnastics and on land drills, underwater and shallow water workout, and board work. By Jerolyn Webb, City of Goodyear. Min/Max: 6/20. For more information about the program or registration call 623-882-7525. Dates: January 13 – February 19 (6 weeks) YMCA February 24 – April 2 (6 weeks) YMCA April 7 – May 14 (6 weeks) Goodyear Swimming Pool Times: 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays (Beginners) 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays (Intermediates) 12 to 2 p.m. Saturdays Location: Southwest Valley YMCA, 2919 N. Litchfield Rd. (corner of Litchfield and Thomas roads) Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) per session $10 late registration fee will be applied to any registrations after the first day of class. Dive Team - Advanced to Elite (5+ yrs) A “Safety First” approach to divers that have already mastered the intermediate skills and are ready to advance to reverse dives, front 1-1/2 somersaults, and an introduction to optional: multiple somersaulting in front, back, reverse, and inward groups, twisting fundamentals: front and back, and meet competition preparation – filling out dive sheets. Covering four types of work-out: physical conditioning, diving gymnastics and on land drills, underwater and shallow water workout, and board work. By Jerolyn Webb, City of Goodyear. Min/Max: 6/20. For more information about the program or registration call 623-882-7525. Dates: January 11 – February 19 (6 weeks) YMCA February 22 – April 2 (6 weeks) YMCA April 5 – May 14 (6 weeks) Goodyear Swimming Pool Times: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays 12 to 2 p.m. Saturdays Location: Southwest Valley YMCA, 2919 N. Litchfield Rd. (corner of Litchfield and Thomas roads) Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) per session $10 late registration fee will be applied to any registrations after the first day of class.

American Red Cross Guard Start (11 - 15 yrs) This program will help build a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills to become a future lifeguard including instruction in prevention, fitness, response, leadership, professionalism, and swimming skill development. Guard Start is NOT a lifeguard training class. A minimum of 25 volunteer hours must be completed and arranged with instructor the first day of class. Prerequisites: swim the front crawl for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the front or side; tread water for one minute; submerge and swim a distance of 10 feet underwater. Dates: Location: Prices:

Session 1: June 1 – June 22 Session 2: July 6 – July 27 Goodyear Swimming Pool $20 ($35 non-resident)

Youth Enrichment Classes

Dance

Goodyear Recreation Registration

Registration is required for all classes. A household account must be established before registering for the first time. Registration may be accepted online or at the Recreation Office at 3075 N. Litchfield Rd., 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. Not all classes are available for online registration. Some classes require additional registration and class fees. See page 1 for details. For information, please visit www.goodyearaz.gov/rec or call 623-882-7525. Registration begins February 7.

ABCs and 123s (3 - 5 yrs)

This preschool class is a fun alternative for children who are not yet in preschool or kindergarten, but ready to be introduced to a school-oriented atmosphere. Participants will be involved in activities involving letter and number recognition, shapes, colors, seasons, and other basic preschool principles. Physical exercises, arts & crafts, story time, Spanish, safety topics, snacks, games, and songs will also be a part of this curriculum. Children must be potty trained. Parents are welcome to stay with children until they are comfortable. However, this class is geared to lead children to independence from parents and encourage them to engage in class activities with their new friends. By Mary Shouse, City of Goodyear. Min/Max: 6/12. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

Tuesdays and Thursdays February 8 – March 10; March 22 – April 21; April 26 – May 26 (5 weeks) 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. (1 hr) or 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. (2.5 hrs) Goodyear Community Center $60 ($75 non-resident) - 1 hr $120 ($150 non-resident) - 2.5 hrs

Babysitting (10 - 18 yrs) This community education and safety program covers child safety and basic care techniques for infants and children. This course provides fundamental information for home, childcare workers or babysitters. Topics include: Pediatric CPR & First Aid, feeding, burping and diapering. Participants will receive a workbook along with a 2-year certification card. Please bring a sack lunch. Find more information at www.crosslifeline.com, call 1-866-508-7234, or e-mail learncpr@ crosslifeline.com. By Cross’ Lifeline Emergency Training. Min/Max: 6/20. Registration fee: $5 ($10 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $40 made payable to Cross’ Lifeline Emergency Training, is due the day of class. Pre-registration required. Dates: March 5 or May 14 (one day class) Times: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Fire Station 183, conference room Prices: $45 ($50 non-resident)

Crossfit Kids (5+ yrs)

Our goal for Crossfit Kids at Fury is broad, inclusive, general fitness wrapped in fun to help your kids become healthier, and more fit, while learning to enjoy playing the sport of fitness. This involves teaching kids to grow up knowing how to move safely, eat healthy, and challenge their limits. We will work on skill movements, efficient exercise and an active game in each class. For more information and to register, go to www.crossfitfury.com or call 623-932-4338. Day/Times: Kids/Elementary (30 minute class): Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 8:15 a.m. Advanced Class (45 minute class): Mondays at 5:30 p.m.; Thursdays at 6 p.m. Prices: $8 ($10 non-resident)

CrossFit Fury Student Athlete Program

This off-season strength and conditioning course for high school-aged athletes serious about playing collegiate level sports teaches and implements collegiate-style training with emphasis on mechanics, technique, and general conditioning. Classes held Tuesdays, Thursdays at 3 p.m. and Saturdays at 11 a.m. For more information, call 632-932-4338. Prices: $90 ($100 non-resident) per month.

Little Learners (2½ - 5 yrs) Geared for children to attend with the help and support of an adult. Children will be engaged in activities that will focus on a letter of the alphabet each week as well as phonetic awareness. Activities include stories, music, crafts, and group fun. The children will also learn how to transition in a classroom setting. By Kristen LecuyerBenavidez, City of Goodyear. Min/Max: 6/12. Pre-registration required. Days: Mondays Dates: February 7 – 28; March 7 – 28; April 4 – 25; May 2 – 23 Times: 9 to 11 a.m. Location: Goodyear Community Center Prices: $48 ($63 non-resident) per session

Preschool Gym N Learn (3 - 4 yrs)

Join Estrella Gymnastics this year for the Valley’s most unique preschool program. Classes are taught by a fully credentialed Pre-K-8 teachers and Estrella Gymnastics’ certified coaching staff. Classes continue month to month. For more information and to register, please visit www.estrella-gymnastics.com or call 623-932-1053. $85 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics, is due first day of class. Days: Times: Location: Price:

Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 $85 a month starting January 1

Spanish for Preschoolers (1 - 5 yrs)

Spanish will be taught to young children in a preschool format through singing, games, stories, crafts, etc. One class will be for ages 1 - 3 (parent and child) and a later class for ages 3 - 5. By Andrea Hamilton, City of Goodyear. Min/Max: 5/10. Pre-registration required.

Days: Mondays Dates: February 28 – March 21; April 4 – 24; May 2 – 23 (4 weeks) Times: 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. (1 - 3 yrs); 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. (3 - 5 yrs) Location: Palm Valley Community Center Prices: $30 ($40 non-resident) per session 4

For information, please call 623-882-7525 or visit www.goodyearaz.gov/rec

School Break Camp See page 12

Teen Belly Dance (young women 13 - 18 yrs) Pomegranate SEEDs (Self-esteem, Empowerment and Education through Dance) learn belly dance technique, dance history, and improvisational Tribal Style dance – a dance form fusing ancient and modern ethnic dance: Middle Eastern belly dance, flamenco, East Indian, and North African. This improvisational dance class addresses fitness, body image, quick-thinking, self-esteem, and confidence for young women – establishing knowledge and honor for their bodies in an age-appropriate manner. Dance and look cool doing it! No experience necessary. By Cari Smith of Anaya Tribal, City of Goodyear. Min/Max: 5/20. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Days: Tuesdays Dates: January 4 – March 8 (no class February 8, 15); April 5 – May 24 (8 weeks) Times: 5 to 6 p.m. Location: Goodyear Community Center Prices: $60 ($65 non-resident) per session ($10 late fee) Hip Hop/Tap Combo (3 - 5 yrs) Great for boys and girls, this class is an exciting introduction to hip hop, tap, jazz, and tumbling with focus on having fun. The children will showcase a dance combining all of the techniques they have learned. No experience is necessary. Tap shoes required. Min/Max: 4/12. Registration fee: $5 ($15 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $35 made payable to Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, is due first day of class. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Days: Wednesdays Dates: January 12 – February 16; March 2 – April 6; April 13 – May 18; June 8 – July 13 (6 weeks) Times: 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Location: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, 13331 W. Indian School Rd. Prices: $40 ($50 non-resident) per session Ballet/Jazz Combo (3 - 5 yrs) Children will receive a well-rounded introduction to dance. Using stories, props, and fun music, your child will learn ballet, jazz, and tumbling. The children will showcase a dance combining all of the techniques they have learned. No experience is necessary. For more information, go to www.steppinoutperformingarts.com, call 623-399-9722, or e-mail steppinoutperformingarts @yahoo.com. By Steppin’ Out Performing Arts. Min/Max: 4/8. Registration fee: $5 ($15 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $35 made payable to Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, is due first day of class. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Days: Wednesdays or Fridays Dates: January 12 – February 16 (Wednesdays); March 2 – April 6 (Wednesdays); April 15 – May 20 (Fridays); June 10 – July 15 (Fridays) (6 weeks) Times: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Location: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, 13331 W. Indian School Rd. Prices: $40 ($50 non-resident) per session

Ballet/Tap Combo I (3 - 5 yrs) This six-week class is an exciting introduction to ballet, tap, creative movement, and tumbling with focus on having fun. The children will perform a dance showcase. No experience is necessary. Tap shoes required. For more information, go to www.steppinoutperformingarts. com, call 623-399-9722, or e-mail steppinoutperformingarts@yahoo. com. Min/Max: 4/8. Registration fee: $5 ($15 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $35 made payable to Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, is due first day of class. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Dates: January 10 – February 28; March 7 – April 11 (Mondays) (no class February 21); April 20 – May 25; June 8 – July 13 (Wednesdays) April 22 – May 27; June 10 – July 15 (Fridays) Times: 3 to 3:45 p.m. (Mon, Wed); 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. (Fridays) Location: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, 13331 W. Indian School Rd. Prices: $40 ($50 non-resident) per session Ballet/Tap Combo II (5 - 8 yrs) Dates: January 10 – February 28; March 7 – April 11 (Mondays) (no class February 21); April 20 – May 25; June 8 – July 13 (Wednesdays) Times: 4 to 4:45 p.m. Location: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, 13331 W. Indian School Rd. Prices: $40 ($50 non-resident) per session Cheer/Hip Hop Combo (6 - 12 yrs) In this energized class, students will learn basic arm movements, tumbling, jumps, stunts, the newest dance styles, jumps, and tricks. These skills will be combined into cheers, chants, and dances that will be showcased for parents. For more information, go to www.steppinoutperformingarts.com, call 623-399-9722, or e-mail steppinoutperformingarts@yahoo.com. Min/Max: 4/12. Registration fee: $5 ($15 non-resident), is due at registration. Class fee: $35 made payable to Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, is due first day of class. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Days: Wednesdays Dates: January 12 – February 16; March 2 – April 6 (6 weeks) Times: 7 to 8 p.m. Location: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, 13331 W. Indian School Rd. Prices: $40 ($50 non-resident) per session We Can Dance Two (2 yrs) Teach your two year old strength, coordination, flexibility, and large motor skills. Your child will gain a positive introduction to dance and tumbling. One adult per child. Min/Max: 4/12. Registration fee: $5 ($15 non-resident), is due at registration. Class fee: $35 made payable to Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, is due first day of class. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Days: Wednesdays or Fridays Dates: January 12 – February 16; March 2 – April 6 (Wednesdays) April 15 – May 20; June 10 – July 15 (Fridays) (6 weeks) Times: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. (Wednesdays); 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. (Fridays) Location: Steppin’ Out Performing Arts, 13331 W. Indian School Rd. Prices: $40 ($50 non-resident) per session

Youth Enrichment Classes

Martial Arts

Goodyear Recreation Registration

Gymnastics

Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., Suites C106 & C107 www.estrella-gymnastics.com or 623-932-1053 Pre-registration required. Prices are per session. Registration fees are due at registration. Class fees are due first day of class. Parent Tot Gymnastics (1 - 3½ yrs) Qualified and caring teachers will guide you to help your child learn skills on balance beam, bars, tumbling, and trampoline in a bright, clean preschool environment. Min/Max: 4/12. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $40 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics. Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

Tuesdays or Thursdays January 3 – February 7; February 14 – March 21; March 28 – May 2 (6 weeks) 8:30 to 9:10 a.m. Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 $50 ($60 non-resident)

Adaptive Gymnastics (3 - 10 yrs) Movement learning for children ages 3-10 with ADHD, autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and other disabilities. Gymnastics is a fun and unique way for children with special needs to experience movement and develop motor skills. For information or to schedule placement assessment, contact instructor Dawna Sterner, certified recreational therapist, at djsbonik@aol.com. Min/Max: 2/6. Registration fee: $5. Class fee: $120 ($180 non-resident) made payable to Dawna Sterner. Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

Thursdays January 6 – February 10; February 17 – March 24; March 31 – May 5 (6 weeks) 5:15 to 6 p.m.; 6 to 6:45 p.m.; 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St. $125 ($185 non-resident)

Tiny Stars Gymnastics (3½ - 4 yrs) Junior Stars Gymnastics (4½ - 5 yrs) A structured class without parents, introducing students to floor exercise, tumbling, balance beams, bars, and trampoline. Min/Max: 4/10 per class. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $55 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics. Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices: 6

Mondays or Thursdays January 3 – February 7; February 14 – March 21; March 28 – May 2 (6 weeks) 10:15 to 11 a.m. (Thursdays) 3½ - 4 yrs, Tiny Stars 3:45 to 4:15 p.m. (Mondays) 3½ - 4 yrs, Tiny Stars 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. (Mondays) 4½ - 5 yrs, Junior Stars 9:15 to 10 a.m. (Thursdays) 4½ - 5 yrs, Junior Stars Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 $65 ($75 non-resident)

For information, please call 623-882-7525 or visit www.goodyearaz.gov/rec

Boys/Girls Gymnastics (6 - 12 yrs) Structured classes teach students basic skills on all of the apparatus: tumbling, vault, bars, balance beam, and trampoline, applying correct safe technique. Ribbons will be awarded. Min/Max: 4/15. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics. Days: Mondays Dates: January 3 – February 7; February 14 – March 21; March 28 – May 2 Times: 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Location: Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) Boys/Girls Tumbling (6 - 14 yrs) Learn the basics of tumbling: rolls, cartwheels, handstands, walkovers, roundoffs, back handsprings, front handsprings, and more. Min/Max: 4/12. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics. Days: Mondays Dates: January 3 – February 7; February 14 – March 21; March 28 – May 2 Times: 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Location: Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St. Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) Boys/Girls Gymnastics Sports Acrobatics (6 - 18 yrs) Learn how to combine the artistic elements of gymnastics, dance, and acrobatics into routines. This class is taught by a qualified husband and wife team who were medal winning competitors in Germany. Min/Max: 4/12. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics. Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

Fridays January 7 – February 11; February 18 – March 25; April 1 – May 6 6:30 to 8 p.m. Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 $70 ($80 non-resident)

Dance N Tumble (3½ - 4 yrs, 4 - 6 yrs, 7 - 12 yrs) This unique class includes dance followed by tumbling and trampoline in the gym. Min/Max: 4/12. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $55 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics ($60 for 7 - 12 yrs). Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

Tuesdays or Thursdays January 3 – February 8; February 14 – March 22; March 28 – May 3 3:15 to 4 p.m. (Tuesdays); 12:15 to 1 p.m.; (Thursdays) 3½ - 4 yrs 4:15 to 5 p.m. (Tuesdays) 4 - 6 yrs 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. (Tuesdays) 7 - 12 yrs Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 $65 ($75 non-resident) 3½ - 6 yrs, $70 ($80 non-resident) 7 - 12 yrs

Kick N Tumble (4 - 6 yrs, 7 - 12 yrs) This new class includes 30 minutes of Karate and 30 minutes of tumbling and trampoline taught by qualified and experienced instructors. Students will develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and self-discipline. Class will be divided by age groups. Min/Max: 4/12. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident), Class fee: $55 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics. Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

Mondays and Wednesdays January 3 – February 7; February 14 – March 21; March 28 – May 2 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 $65 ($75 non-resident)

Karate for Kids (4 - 6 yrs, 7 - 14 yrs) Students will learn the fundamentals of Karate from a certified instructor. Students will gain discipline, self-confidence, strength, and coordination. Fee includes first uniform. For more information, go to www.estrella gymnastics.com or call 623-932-1053. By Estrella Gymnastics. Min/Max: 4/12. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $40 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics, is due first day of class. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

Mondays and Wednesdays February 14 – March 21; March 28 – May 2 (6 weeks) 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. (4 - 6 yrs) 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. (7 - 14 yrs) Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 $50 ($60 non-resident)

Tae Kwon Do (4+ yrs) Tiger Cubs (ages 4 - 5 years) learn the basics of Tae Kwon Do: working kicks and blocks, large muscle development, and flexibility. Cubs learn stranger/abduction avoidance and self-defense. Students White Belt and above (ages 6 - 12 years) learn the traditional art of Tae Kwon Do from an ITA certified instructor. This program includes training in moves, forms, self-defense, flexibility, strength, and conditioning. The classes also focus on learning the seven tenants: honor, courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, courage, and community. White and Yellow Belts are beginning students; Green Belts and above are advanced students. Uniform is required; first uniform will be provided; additional can be purchased. Jiu-Jitsu classes are also available. By Karl Kurtz. For information, call 623-210-9740. Days: Times: Location: Prices:

Ongoing classes are 5 days a week. Recommended: 2 to 4 classes per week. Tiger Cubs Wednesdays, Fridays: 5 to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays: 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Jr. White and Yellow Belts Mondays: 5 to 5:50 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays: 5:30 to 6:20 p.m. Saturdays: 10:30 to 11:20 a.m. Jr. Green Belts and up Mondays: 6 to 6:50 p.m. Wednesdays: 6:30 to 7:20 p.m. Fridays: 5:30 to 6:20 p.m. Saturdays: 9:30 to 10:20 a.m. Adult Mondays: 8 to 8:50 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays: 7:30 to 8:20 p.m. Saturdays: 12 to 12:50 p.m. Goodyear Community Center $45 ($55 non-resident) per month, Tiger Cubs $60 ($70 non-resident) per month, White Belts and above Register at Goodyear Taekwondo with Karl Kurtz Starter discount: two-week course for $29, uniform included. Call for details. Family discounts available.

Music

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Spring Break 2011 Cheer Camp (7 - 12 yrs) Designed to provide your child with the chance to develop character, learn valuable life skills, make new friends, and discover new interests. Work on basic motions, chants and cheer movements. A participant’s age must fall within the specified age-range as of 3/14/2011. Instructor: Karen Domabyl. Max: 30. Registration dates: February 7 – March 4, 2011 (or until filled). Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

March 14 – 17, 2011 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Goodyear Community Park, stage $85 ($95 non-resident)

Teen Tribal Belly Dance (13 - 17 yrs) See page 9

Tennis (3+ yrs)

These classes will be taught by PTR Certified Professional Chris Tolson. During class, participants will use a play base method where half the class goes over strokes and half the class is used to play. This allows all participants to learn the great game of tennis in a fun and friendly environment. For more information, e-mail 1tenniscatolson@cox.net, or call 602-295-4445. By Chris Tolson, Tolson Totally Tennis. Min/Max: 5/15. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $65 made payable to Chris Tolson, is due first day of class. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525.

Days: Mondays Dates: January 3 – March 14; (no class Jan. 17, Feb. 14 & 21); April 4 – May 23 (8 weeks) Times: 5 to 6 p.m. (5 - 8 yrs) 6 to 7 p.m. (9 - 12 yrs) 7 to 8 p.m. (Adults Beginners/Intermediates) Location: Goodyear Community Park, tennis courts Prices: $75 ($85 non-resident) Days: Wednesdays Dates: January 5 – February 23; April 6 – May 25 (8 weeks) Times: 5 to 6 p.m. (3 - 8 yrs) 6 to 7 p.m. (9 - 12 yrs) Location: Goodyear Community Park, tennis courts Prices: $75 ($85 non-resident)

Zumba Fitness (teens and adults)

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Youth Enrichment Classes

Belly Dance

Goodyear Recreation Registration

Music

Phoenix Conservatory of Music www.pcmrocks.org or call 602-353-9900 Pre-registration required. Prices are per session. Registration fees are due at registration. Class fees are due first day of class. Singing for Little Stars (4 - 7 yrs) This program teaches proper voice technique including posture, breath support, pitch accuracy, and projection. Each students will master the art of performance and presentation and be given the opportunity to sing in an ensemble setting and as a soloist. A student recital will be held. No experience is required. Min/Max: 5/15. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Phoenix Conservatory of Music. Days: Mondays Dates: January 10 – February 28 (6 weeks; no class February 21); March 7 – April 11; April 25 – June 6 (no class May 30) Times: 4 to 5 p.m. Location: Palm Valley Community Center Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) Parent Tot Music Time (6 months - 4 yrs) This class is a fun interactive way for families to bring music into their home. Each child and caregiver duo will learn how to play together in ways that will enhance their child’s musical and general development. Learn new songs, games, and play music on child-friendly instruments. Min/Max: 5/15 (one child per caregiver team). Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Phoenix Conservatory of Music. Days: Mondays Dates: January 10 – February 28 (6 weeks; no class February 21) March 7 – April 11 (6 weeks) April 25 – June 6 (6 weeks; no class May 30) Times: 5 to 6 p.m. Location: Palm Valley Community Center Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) Super Singing (8 - 14 yrs) This program teaches proper voice technique including posture, breath support, pitch accuracy, and projection. Each student will master the art of performance and presentation and be given the opportunity to sing in an ensemble setting and as a soloist. A student recital will be held. No experience is required. Min/Max: 5/15. Registration fee: $10 ($20 nonresident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Phoenix Conservatory of Music. Days: Mondays Dates: January 10 – February 28 (no class February 21); March 7 – April 11; April 25 – June 6 (no class May 30) Times: 6 to 7 p.m. Location: Palm Valley Community Center Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) 8

Adult Enrichment Classes

Guitar for Little Hands (4 - 7 yrs) Students will learn warm-up techniques, finger-strengthening exercises, tuning, proper hand positions, posture, note-reading, finger-picking, simplified chords, fret board theory, and how to play simple songs. No prior experience required. Students must bring their own guitar. Min/Max: 5/15. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Phoenix Conservatory of Music. Days: Fridays Dates: January 14 – February 18 (6 weeks); March 11 – April 15 (6 weeks) Times: 4 to 5 p.m. Location: Fire Station 183, conference room Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) Piano for Little Hands (4 - 7 yrs) Musical skills will be taught such as proper hand positions, posture, note reading, and technique. Students will learn how to play popular ageappropriate songs step by step. No prior experience is required. Students must bring their own keyboards; full-size weighted keys are preferable. Min/Max: 5/15. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Phoenix Conservatory of Music. Days: Fridays Dates: January 14 – February 18; March 11 – April 15; April 29 – June 3 Times: 5 to 6 p.m. Location: Fire Station 183, conference room Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) Beginning Youth Guitar (8 - 14 yrs) This class will allow students the opportunity to learn more about the basics of guitar playing. They will learn warm-up techniques, finger-strengthening exercises, tuning, proper hand positions, posture, note-reading, finger-picking, basic chords, basic fret board theory and how to play simple songs step by step. No experience required. Students are suggested to bring an acoustic or classical guitar (if electric, bring practice amplifier). Min/Max: 5/15. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Phoenix Conservatory of Music. Days: Fridays Dates: January 14 – February 18; March 11 – April 15; April 29 – June 3 Times: 6 to 7 p.m. Location: Fire Station 183, conference room Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident) Beginning Youth Piano (8 - 14 yrs) Basic musical skills will be taught such as proper hand positions, posture, note reading, and technique. Students will learn how to play popular ageappropriate songs step by step. No prior experience is required and notebook and pencil are suggested. Student will be required to provide their own keyboards; full-size keyboard with weighted keys is preferable. Min/Max: 5/15. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident). Class fee: $60 made payable to Phoenix Conservatory of Music. Days: Fridays Dates: January 14 – February 18; March 11 – April 15; April 29 – June 3 Times: 7 to 8 p.m. Location: Fire Station 183, conference room Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident)

Cari Smith of Anaya Tribal, City of Goodyear www.anayatribal.com. For registration or more information, call 623-882-7525. Tribal Belly Dance - Level 1 If you have always wanted to get into belly dance and never had the opportunity... here it is! We are starting from scratch! In this class, you will learn the foundations of Tribal Belly Dance. Basic improv movements are explored with an emphasis on transitional moves as well as posture and history. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothes to move in. Zil (finger cymbal) work will begin here, so bring a set of four (there are a few loners’ sets available). Min/Max: 5/20. Pre-registration required. BellyTek & Fitness (all levels) Belly dance technique for beginners who want to learn belly dance moves and for more advanced students who want drills, drills, drills! Learn and drill moves and technique skills as well as try out some combinations. Wear comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement. This class is for women of all shapes and sizes. This is a great place to start! Please bring finger cymbals (some we be available for purchase in class.) Min/Max: 5/20. Pre-registration required. Tribal Belly Dance - Levels 2 & 3 Further your work in group improv with new moves and Anaya Tribal signature combos. This class emphasizes posture, zils, formations, the group dynamic as well as drilling beginning moves and shimmies. Beginners welcome; instructor approval needed. Don’t be scared, be mysterious! Min/Max: 5/20. Pre-registration required. Tribal Belly Dance for Teens (13 - 17 yrs) Pomegranate SEEDs (Self Esteem, Empowerment and Education through Dance); young women learn belly dance technique, history and improvisational Tribal Style dance – a dance form fusing ancient and modern ethnic dance – Middle Eastern, flamenco, East Indian, North African. This improvisational dance generates options to help young women build quick-thinking, self-esteem, and confidence. Dancing as a tribe or group, they build respect for their peers and the diversity of the group. Class addresses fitness and body image as it applies to young women – establishing knowledge and honor for their bodies in an age-appropriate manner. Dance and look cool doing it! No experience necessary. Min/Max: 5/20. Pre-registration required. Days: Sessions: Times: Location: Prices:

Tuesdays January 4 – March 8 (no class Feb. 8, 15); April 5 – May 24 (8 weeks) 5 to 6 p.m. (Teen) 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. (Level 1) 7:20 to 8:20 p.m. (BellyTek & Fitness) 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. (Level 2 & 3 Tribal) Goodyear Community Center $60 ($65 non-resident) per session $105 ($115 non-resident) for two sessions $10 late registration fee will be applied to any registrations after the first day of class.

Goodyear Recreation Registration

Registration is required for all classes. A household account must be established before registering for the first time. Registration may be accepted online or at the Recreation Office at 3075 N. Litchfield Rd., 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. Not all classes are available for online registration. Adults can only register themselves or their spouse for a class. Some classes require additional registration and class fees. See page 1 for details. For information, please visit www.goodyearaz. gov/rec or call 623-882-7525. Registration begins February 7.

CPR and First Aid Basic (12+ yrs) The First Aid course teaches recognition of the signs and symptoms of injuries and sudden illness. Learn to deal with emergencies like bleeding, shock, burns, etc. This program meets OSHA and state child care licensing requirements and is consistent with CPR guidelines. Participants receive a two-year certification. Please indicate if you need Healthcare Provider certification. This is a one day class. Find more information at www. crosslifeline.com, call 1-866-508-7234, or e-mail learncpr@crosslifeline.com. By Cross’ Lifeline Emergency Training. Min/Max: 6/20. Registration fee: $5 ($10 non-resident), is due at registration. Class fee: $25 made payable to Cross’ Lifeline Emergency Training, is due at class. Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

January 19, March 15, May 19 6 to 9 p.m. Fire Station 183, conference room $30 ($35 non-resident)

Crossfit Fury

This class is an introduction to Crossfit, focusing on teaching the mechanics and proper exercise techniques. Each class is 30 minutes long and includes individual instruction, nutrition guidance, and overall support and program design to help you reach your goals. Classes are three days a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5 a.m., 6 a.m., 8 a.m., 4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 7 p.m. For more information and to register, go to www.crossfitfury.com or call 623-932-4338.

Health Management (women only)

Participants gain an understanding and develop tools to create a customized lifestyle change plan for healthier living. Safeway will be available for flu shots and immunization information. Don’t miss out! Refreshments and childcare provided. For more information, contact 623-251-5882 or bethOTpractice@ hotmail.com. By Beth Kincaid, MOT, OTR/L, City of Goodyear. Min/Max: 16/30. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525.

Interpreting Your Health (18+ yrs) Participants learn about common numbers, measures, and terminology regarding their health. They learn what the numbers and terms mean and why they are important (i.e. BMI, BP, cholesterol, PT/INR, weight, and BS/A1C). Role of OT, virus vs. bacteria, and stress management are included. This is a good workshop to take in conjunction with the Health Management workshop. Refreshments provided. For more information, call 623-251-5882, or e-mail bethOTpractice@hotmail. com. By Beth Kincaid, MOT, OTR/L, City of Goodyear. Min/Max: 16/30. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Date: Times: Location: Prices:

Saturday, February 12 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Goodyear Community Center $5 ($15 non-resident)

Adult Enrichment Classes Goodyear Recreation Registration

Canyon Fit Club (18+ yrs) Join Canyon Fit Club’s weekly exercise group. Here you can workout with a group of people to some of the hottest in-home fitness DVD workouts such as P90X, Slim in 6, Insanity, Power 90, Turbo Jam, Body Gospel, 10 Minute Trainer, and more! Stay motivated to stick to your exercise routine and meet like-minded friends! All you need to bring is a bottle of water, towel, and a desire to burn some calories. A nutritional consultant will be available to provide guidance on losing weight and getting in shape. For more information, call 928-225-0206, e-mail taminicholson@live.com or visit www.canyonfitclub.com. Days: Times: Location: Price:

Thursdays, ongoing excluding holidays 7 to 8 p.m. Goodyear Community Center FREE

Instant Guitar for the Hopelessly Busy (18+ yrs)

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Bring your acoustic guitar. Class fee includes workbook and practice CD. For information, visit www.instantguitarnow.com. Min/Max: 6/15. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Registration fee: $5 ($10 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $47 made payable to Craig Coffman, is due first day of class.

Date: May 5 Times: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Location: Fire Station 183, conference room Prices: $52 ($57 non-resident)

Instant Piano for the Hopelessly Busy (18+ yrs)

Some music teachers may not want you to know this, but you don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano. In just a few hours, you can learn enough to give you years of musical enjoyment. You can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any song in this one session. Class fee includes workbook and practice CD. For information, visit www.craigsinstantpiano.com. Min/Max: 6/15. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Registration fee: $5 ($10 non-resident), is due at time of registration. Class fee: $47 made payable to Craig Coffman, is due first day of class. Dates: February 1, April 25 Times: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Location: Fire Station 183, conference room Prices: $52 ($57 non-resident) 10

KickFit Cardio (14+ yrs)

Get fit with this fast calorie burning exercise for all levels of fitness. For information, visit www.estrella-gymnastics.com or call 623-932-1053. Six weeks. By Estrella Gymnastics. Min/Max: 4/12. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $36 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics, is due first day of class. Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

Mondays and Wednesdays February 14 – March 23; March 28 – May 4 (6 weeks) 7 to 8 p.m. Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 $46 ($56 non-resident)

Lifeguard Certification Course (15+ yrs)

Participants will learn the roles and responsibilities of being a professional lifeguard: swimming techniques, in-water and on-land rescue, CPR for the professional rescuer, First Aid, communication and decision-making skills. Attendance is mandatory for all sessions and mastery of all skills and materials is required to successfully complete the course. Participants must receive a minimum of 80% on all written tests. CPR re-certification takes place Tuesday, March 15; CRP and Lifeguarding re-certification takes place Thursday, March 17 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. $35 CPR/$50 CPR and Lifeguarding. By Jerolyn Webb. Min/Max: 5/10. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Registration fee: $40 ($50 non-resident), is due at registration. Class fee: $155 made payable to Jerolyn Webb, is due first day of class. Dates: March 14 – 18 Times: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1 hour break Location: Goodyear Swimming Pool Prices: $195 ($205 non-resident)

Tae Kwon Do See page 7 Tennis See page 7 Wine Tasting with Ground Control

Each class will include a tasting of four wines and will be focused on learning about wine varietals and regions. The goal is to enhance a person’s enjoyment and knowledge of wine. For information, visit www.groundxcontrol.com or call 623-935-2604. By Sean Rassas, Ground Control. Min/Max: 6/20. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $60 made payable to Ground Control, is due first day of class. Days: Wednesdays Dates: February 2 – 23; March 9 – 30 (4 weeks) Times: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Location: Ground Control, 14140 W. Indian School Rd., B-1 Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident)

Zumba Fitness (adults and teens) A fun, high-energy fitness dance class using Latin rhythms and movement. For information, visit www.estrella-gymnastics.com or call 623-932-1053. By Estrella Gymnastics. Min/Max: 4/12. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Registration fee: $10 ($20 non-resident), is due at the time of registration. Class fee: $35 made payable to Estrella Gymnastics, is due first day of class. Days: Dates: Times: Location: Prices:

Tuesdays January 4 – February 8; February 15 – March 22; March 28 – May 2 (6 weeks) 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Estrella Gymnastics, 14190 W. Van Buren St., C106 & C107 $45 ($55 non-resident)

Adult Sports Adult Sports Spring 2011 Registration

Registration continues until registration deadlines. Registration is by lottery on the dates and times determined by team priority. Adult sports programs register as teams, not as individuals. There is no online registration. Forms are available at the City of Goodyear website, www.goodyearaz.gov, at the Parks and Recreation Office, or can be e-mailed to team managers.

Adult Sports

Our adult sports programs offer excellent recreational opportunities for Goodyear residents age 18 years and older. Emphasis is placed on healthful competition in a recreational atmosphere. Leagues are organized, conducted, and administered by a professional staff with expertise in league formation and equal competition in order to offer the best recreational experience possible. The registration fee pays for: officials/umpires, trophies/plaques or gift cards for first and second place league finishers, award shirts for first and second place tournament finishers, uniforms (Little League), game balls, equipment, marketing/advertising, lights, maintenance, field supervisors, and score keepers.

Co-Rec Sand Volleyball (“Rec” League) Teams are responsible for officiating their own games and keeping score. Rally scoring will be used; best two out of three wins match. Third game is played as a tie-breaker. Register in person only at the Goodyear Recreation Office, April 4 – April 22 until filled. Registration is based on team priority levels. Next Volleyball season will be August 2011 with registration in July 2011. Min/Max: 6/8 teams to run the league; 4/6 players on a roster.

Mandatory managers meetings will take place at the Goodyear Recreation Office, April 28 at 6:30 p.m. Download rosters at www.goodyearaz.gov/rec. Dates: May 3 – June 28 Times: Games start at 6 p.m. Location: Goodyear Community Park, volleyball courts Registration: Registration is based on team priority levels. Priority registration begins April 4. Open registration begins April 11. Registration deadline is April 22. Registration fees are due at registration. One check per team. Prices: Priority 1: $155 for teams/rosters that have 100% Goodyear residents, register April 4 Priority 2: $170 for teams/rosters that have 75% or more Goodyear residents, register April 5 Priority 3: $185 for teams/rosters that have 50% or more Goodyear residents, register April 6 Priority 4: $200 for teams/rosters that have 25% or more Goodyear residents, register April 7 Priority 5: $215 for teams/rosters that have less than 25% Goodyear residents or incomplete rosters, register April 8.

Co-Rec Adult Softball (Friday and Sunday only)

Due to the heavy volume of requests for league play at the Goodyear Community Park, registration will be determined by priority. Any incomplete rosters received or submitted during the time of registration will disqualify you for priority registration. To help ensure equitable allotment of nights and times, leagues will be awarded by priority. If any slots remain unclaimed after priority registration dates, registration will be taken on a first come, first serve basis. Next Softball season will be summer 2011 with rosters due May 6 and lottery registration taking place May 14. Min/Max: 6/8 teams to run a league; 12/16 players on a roster. Mandatory managers meetings will take place at the Goodyear Recreation Office March 31 at 6:30 p.m. for the spring adult softball program. Download rosters at www.goodyearaz.gov/rec. Days: Friday and Sunday: Adult “Co-Rec” (DH = Doubleheader) Dates: April 1 – May 22 Times: Games start at 6 p.m. Location: Goodyear Community Park Registration: Registration is based on team priority levels. Priority registration begins March 7. Open registration begins March 14. Registration deadline is March 25. Registration fees are due at registration. One check per team. Prices: Priority 1: $400 (DH) for teams/rosters that have 100% Goodyear residents, register March 7 Priority 2: $425 (DH) for teams/rosters that have 75% or more Goodyear residents, register March 8 Priority 3: $450 (DH) for teams/rosters that have 50% or more Goodyear residents, register March 9 Priority 4: $475 (DH) for teams/rosters that have less than 50% Goodyear residents, register March 10 Priority 5: $500 (DH) for teams/rosters that have less than 25% Goodyear residents or incomplete rosters, register March 11

Adult Player Free Agents

If your team needs a few more players or if you are an individual looking to join a team, use our Free Agent list. Free Agent lists are available only to registered team managers in person at the Goodyear Recreation Office. To add a player, e-mail your name, age, address, home phone, work phone, cell phone, skill level, positions played, league and night of play you are interested in, and proof of Goodyear residency. You must be at least 18 years of age. Player Free Agent forms are distributed to Basketball, Flag Football, Sand Volleyball, and Softball managers. There are no guarantees that you will be placed on a team.

For more information on Youth Sports, please call 623-882-7513.

Youth Sports VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR YOUTH SPORTS! Be a volunteer coach or team parent in our award-winning youth sports program. You must be at least 18 years of age; complete an application at the Recreation Office, 3075 N. Litchfield Rd.; attend the mandatory coaches meeting; and adhere to the Coach’s Code of Conduct.

Pee Wee FUN-damentals (3 - 5 yrs)

A six week clinic designed to introduce boys and girls ages three to five to the fundamentals needed to play organized sports such as baseball, soccer, football and basketball. Clinic focuses on basic motor skills of kicking, punting, throwing, catching, shooting, striking, and running through games and activities adapted for younger development levels. Children should wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle. Participant’s age determined as of first class date. First time participants must show proof of age in the form of a birth certificate. Limited to 16 participants. Note: Parent participation is required. Register online at www.goodyearaz.gov/rec, or in person at the Goodyear Recreation Office. Days/Dates: Thursdays, beginning March 24, 2011 Times: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Location: Falcon Park Early Registration: February 7 – March 4, 2011 (or until filled) Prices: $60 ($70 non-resident) Regular Registration: March 5 – 18, 2011 (or until filled) Prices: $70 ($80 non-resident)

School Break Camp

A supervised, drop-in recreation program designed for Goodyear youth, who are enrolling in grades one through six. Trained and experienced staff will provide a variety of fun and educational programs including indoor/outdoor activities, clubs, games, mini-tournaments, and big-screen movies days. This fun, educational, and exciting program features on-site activities as a part-time, drop-in format. IMPORTANT NOTES: 1) Children may choose to sign themselves in/out at any time during the program hours. 2) Children must bring a sack lunch and/or optional snack. Register online at www.goodyearaz.gov/rec or in person at the Goodyear Recreation Office. For more information, please call 623-882-7513. Dates: SPRING BREAK Week 1: March 14 – 17; Week 2: March 21 – 24 Times: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Centerra Mirage Elementary School Registration: February 7 – March 4, 2011 (or until filled) Prices: $32 ($42 non-resident) per week

Little League Spring Break 2011 Young Athlete Agility and Conditioning Camp (7 - 11 yrs)

This program is designed to enhance the overall physical wholeness and conditioning for young athletes. This camp will focus on skills sets that will include agility, flexibility, running, jumping, and throwing fundamentals. Instructor, Maurice People, a renowned sprinter and coach and coauthor of the 2005 book “Sprint Secrets: Reaching Your Olympic Dreams,” brings his knowledge of collegiate and Olympic success to teach young athletes the fundamentals relevant for multiple sports. Maurice is the 1973 NCAA Gold Medalist in the 400 Meter, holding numerous world-records and a member of the 1972 United States Olympic Track and Field team. Max: 20. Dates: March 14 – 17, 2011 Times: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participant’s age must fall within the specified age-range as of 3/14/2011. First time participants must show proof of age in the form of a birth certificate. Registration: February 7 – March 4, 2011 (or until filled) Location: Goodyear Community Park, plaza Prices: $85 ($95 non-resident)

Hershey’s Track and Field (9 - 14 yrs)

Hershey’s Track & Field Program was created over 30 years ago to promote youth physical fitness and provide fun learning experiences for children 9 to 14 years old. Youth track and field is a great way to get kids started in a physical fitness program. Date: March 26, 2011 Times: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Desert Edge High School, 15778 W. Yuma Rd. Registration: February 7 – March 4, 2011 (pre-registered participants will be eligible for a drawing) Note: we will accept registration the day of the event. Price: Free

Challenger Little League (4+ yrs) The Challenger Division of Little League is a program for mentally and physically disabled youth to enjoy the full benefits of Little League participation in an athletic environment structured to their abilities. However, whenever possible and with reasonable accommodations, disabled youngsters should participate in unrestricted league play provided their participation is possible and fair within the standard rules and regulations of Little League. More than the skills of baseball learned through the experience; the value of the Little League Challenger Division is found in the proven therapeutic and socialization benefits of participating in sports, the strengthening of the participants’ selfesteem, the opportunities to mainstream into other divisions of play, and the disciplines of teamwork, citizenship and fair play which are hallmarks of the Little League program. Days: Wednesdays Dates: April 2 – May 25 (8 games, 1.5 hrs) Times: Games start at 6 p.m. Locations: Falcon Park and Goodyear Ballpark Prices: $60 ($70 non-resident)

Little League Baseball/Softball is a program of service to youth who reside in the City of Goodyear. It is geared to provide an outlet of healthful activity and training under good leadership in the atmosphere of wholesome community participation. The movement is dedicated to helping children become good and decent citizens. It establishes the values of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play. Little League is a heritage to be carried forward proudly in to the future!

The following documents are needed in order to register: copy of child’s birth certificate, most current tetanus toxoid booster shot records, and three proofs of residency consisting of parents’ state ID, electric bill, cable/phone bill, water bill, gas bill, or checking account statement that shows name and address. Two utility bills constitute one proof of residency. Visit www.eteamz.com/gyll for a complete list of approved residency documents.

Leagues:

Opening Day: Saturday, April 2 for Tee-Ball, Farm, Cactus, Minors, and Majors Baseball, and Softball. May 2011 for Juniors, Seniors, and Big League Baseball and Softball.

Season:

Tee-Ball and Farm: April 2 – May 25 Cactus, Minors, Majors and Juniors: April 2 – June 15

Times:

Monday – Thursday games start at 5:30 p.m. Saturday games start at 8 a.m.

Prices: Tee-Ball Farm Baseball Cactus/Minors/Majors Baseball Juniors Baseball Minors/Majors Softball Juniors Softball

$75 $85 $95 $105 $85 $95

Locations:

Falcon Park, Foothills Community Park, Goodyear Community Park, Goodyear Ballpark

Dates:

Registration: January 3 – 28 Volunteer applications due January 15 Last Blast Registration: January 29 Late Registration: January 31 – February 12 (add $10) Last day to register: February 12 (add $10) Tryouts: February 12 Player draft/team placement: February 15 – 17 Practice begins March 1 Little League Day at the Ballpark: March 26, 7:05 p.m. Opening Day: April 2 Team/Individual pictures: April 2 Red & Blue Game: June TOC Tournament: June 1 – 25 All-star selection: June 15 District 2 All-star Tournament: July 1 – 15

Games: Tee-Ball 10 games Farm Baseball 12 games Cactus Baseball 14 games Minors Baseball 14 games Majors Baseball 14 games Juniors Baseball 12 games Minors Softball 12 games Majors Softball 12 games Juniors Softball 12 games Challenger League 10 games

Tuesdays & Saturdays Tuesdays & Saturdays Wednesdays & Saturdays Mondays & Thursdays Mondays & Thursdays Mondays & Thursdays Inter-league Monday – Thursday Inter-league Monday – Thursday Inter-league Monday – Thursday Inter-league Wednesdays

Saturday registrations are scheduled for specific weekends in January. Please visit www.eteamz.com/gyll for more information on dates, times, and locations. Registration will take place at the Goodyear Parks & Recreation Office on January 29 from 9 to 11 a.m. Special requests for managers, coaches, neighborhood placement, and player placement on specific teams, are not guaranteed. However, we will do our best to place siblings on the same team for parents’ convenience based on the outcome of tryouts. After registration and tryouts, participants will be contacted by a Goodyear Little League representative via e-mail the week of February 20 regarding player team placement. Please visit www.eteamz.com/gyll for more information on dates, times, and locations regarding tryouts per age division.

Boys & Girls ages 4 - 6 Boys & Girls ages 6 - 8 Boys ages 8 - 12 Boys ages 13 & 14 Girls ages 8 - 12 Girls ages 13 & 14

Players who would like to move up one age division must attend the mandatory tryout dates for evaluation of skills. Tee-ball participants do not tryout for Farm. Farm, Cactus, and Minors baseball participants who want to play up a division must attend the mandatory tryout. Softball divisions participate in inter-league game play against other local Little Leagues.

Little League Scholarships

Goodyear Little League Scholarships are dedicated to increasing participation rates from our public schools. Goodyear Little League Scholarships provide underprivileged and at-risk teenagers and youngsters the opportunity to participate in baseball and softball leagues. Scholarships give hope and encouragement to youth ages 4 -18 that may not otherwise recognize their potential by participating in leagues. Because our goals focus on helping a specific group of student athletes, there are criteria for qualifying to receive Goodyear Little League Scholarships. For more information, e-mail troy.mickelson@goodyearaz.gov or visit www.goodyearaz.gov/rec.

Practices will begin in March; dates, times and locations will be determined by coaches.

Youth Golf Clinics

Please check the Goodyear webite: www.goodyearaz.gov/rec for dates. 12

Adult Activities (50+ yrs)

Registration Information

If you are new to City of Goodyear Recreation, a household account (each person’s name, address, phone numbers, e-mail, and birthdays) must be established before registering for the first time. Proof of residency, if you live in Goodyear, and a photo ID are required for each adult when setting up a household account. Adults can only register themselves or their spouse for a trip or activity. Please note: non-refundable convenience fees apply to all online transactions. Registration is required for all trips and activities. Registration may be accepted at the Recreation Office at 3075 N. Litchfield Rd., 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday, or online. Not all trips or activities are available for online registration. We cannot accept e-mail or phone registration. Payment is due at the time of registration and will be non-refundable one week prior to trip date. For more information on registration, please visit www.goodyearaz.gov/rec or call 623-882-7525. Transportation will be provided for most trips and supplied through a coach bus company or Agua Fria High School District. Wheelchair accessible transportation is available upon request.

Meditative Knitting Meditative knitting incorporates therapeutic use of repetitive hand movements, rhythmic breathing, and cognitive centering accompanied by soothing music. Participants will experience the benefits of meditation, strengthen social bonding, enhance existing knitting skills or learn new knitting skills. The program attends to personal comfort and includes a healthy snack at start of each session. Punctuality is a must. Workshop is open to men and women ages 50 and older. Project materials required. Skill level kits will be available for purchase for Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. For more information about the class, call 623-251-5882 or e-mail bethOTpractice@hotmail.com. By Beth Kincaid, MOT, OTR/L, City of Goodyear. Min/Max: 8/20. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Days: Fridays Dates: January 7 – 28, 2011 (4 weeks) February 4 – 25 (4 weeks) March 4 – 25 (4 weeks) April 1 – 22 (4 weeks) Times: 6 to 7 p.m. Location: Fire Station 183, conference room Prices: $20 ($40 non-resident) Lunch and Bunco Join us the first Wednesday of every month for lunch and a game of Bunco at the Goodyear Community Center; 420 E. Loma Linda Blvd. The lunch menu will vary each month and will feature food from a local Goodyear restaurant. You will pay $5 when you register (to pre-order food) and $5 at the door (for Bunco prizes). We need at least 12 players for Bunco. Bunco is a simple dice game. Rules and How to Play will be covered. New or experienced players are welcome. Pre-registration required. For more information on registration, call 623-882-7525. Days: Times: Location: Prices:

First Wednesday of every month 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Goodyear Community Center $10 per event

January 28 - Airport and News Station 3 Tours This trip will include tours of the Phoenix Goodyear Airport, Sky Harbor Airport and News Station 3. Find out about the history and facts of the airports and take a sneak peek of News Station 3. For more information on the airports, go to phoenix.gov/goodyearairport or skyharbor.com. Price includes tours and transportation. You will be able to eat at an airport restaurant or bring your own lunch. Min/Max: 8/15. Times: Prices:

Depart 10 a.m., Return 5:15 p.m. $15 ($22 non-resident)

February 8 - Cerretas & Wine Tasting The Cerretas strive to create a fun, lively atmosphere where everyone can see candy magic being made. Take a special guided tour of the family-owned candy factory in Glendale. Whether you’re a wine novice or a wine enthusiast, our experienced wine team will guide you through the wonderful world of wines and learn firsthand about wines, producers, history, and wine-making techniques. For more information, please visit www.cerreta.com/index.cfm or www.totalwine.com/Main.aspx. Price includes transportation, tours, snacks, wine tasting, cheese and fruit. Min/Max: 25/30. Times: Prices:

Depart 9:15 a.m., Return 3 p.m. $38 ($45 non-resident)

February 25 - Rockin’ R Ranch The Rockin’ R Ranch in Mesa is a real pioneer ranch still owned and operated by one of Arizona’s original pioneer families. The Rockin’ R is not just a tourist attraction contrived to look “authentic”, but an historic Arizona ranch with a history as intriguing as the West was wild. We’ll have an evening of shows and entertainment. For more information about the Rockin’ R Ranch, go to www.rockr.net or call 480-832-1539. Price includes admission, shows, dinner, and transportation. Please wear comfortable clothes. Min/Max: 30/40. Times: Prices:

Depart 4:30 p.m., Return 9:30 p.m. $39 ($46 non-resident)

March 1 - Indians vs. Dodgers Spring Training Game Price includes admission, terrace seating with buffet lunch. Transportation will not be included. Meet at the Goodyear Ballpark. Min/Max: 20/40. Times: Prices:

Game Time 1:05 p.m. $35 ($42 non-resident)

March 8 - Queen Creek Olive Mill At the base of the San Tan Mountains in Queen Creek’s storied farm community, the Queen Creek Olive Mill is Arizona’s only working olive farm and mill. While producing a boutique hand-crafted extra virgin olive oil using nine varieties of olives, their passion is creating a great experience for the guests. The gourmet marketplace is a treasure of local foods, unique gifts, and farm-casual dining. Stroll the olive grove, tour the mill and get away from pre-packaged, cellophane city life for the day. For more information on Queen Creek Olive Mill, go to www.queencreekolivemill.com or call 480-888-9290. Price includes admission, transportation, and lunch. Min/Max: 30/50. Times: Prices:

Depart 9:15 a.m., Return 1:45 p.m. $32 ($39 non-resident)

For information, please call 623-882-7525 or visit www.goodyearaz.gov/rec March 17 - Huhugam Heritage Center/Casa Grande Ruins Visiting the Huhugam Heritage Center you can enjoy interactive exhibits and educational programs on the Akimel O’odham and Pee Posh people. Their center exists to recognize and appreciate the culture and to gain a greater understanding and empathy for their peoples. Created as the nation’s first archeological reserve in 1892, the site was declared a National Monument in 1918. Casa Grande Ruins National Monument preserves an Ancient Sonoran Desert People farming community. For more information on the Casa Grande Ruins, go to www.nps.gov/cagr/ or call 520-723-3172. Price includes admission and transportation to Chandler and Coolidge. Lunch will be on your own at the Wild Horse Pass Casino; $7-20. Min/Max: 30/47. Times: Prices:

Depart 9 a.m., Return 4:30 p.m. $37 ($44 non-resident)

March 22 - Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) MIM offers a shared experience of the history of musical instruments throughout the world. The collection includes instruments from around two hundred countries and territories in the world. MIM’s goal is to acquire instruments that have been used for folk and tribal occasions wherever possible. For more information, visit www.themim.org or call 480-478-6000. The price includes admission, tour, and transportation. You can bring a lunch to eat outside or bring money to eat the Bon Appétit Café inside the MIM. Min/Max 25/50. Times: Prices:

Depart 9 a.m., Return 1:30 p.m. $23 ($30 non-resident)

April 14 - Downtown Phoenix Tours The historic Smurthwaite House is one of the few remaining 19th Century buildings in Phoenix. The Pioneer & Military Memorial Park, adjacent to it, is the final resting place of some of Arizona’s most notable pioneer citizens. If anyone has ancestors here (the cemeteries closed in 1914), bring the information with you or e-mail it in advance. Just down the street we’ll visit the Arizona Capitol Museum which houses more than 20 exhibits that tell Arizona’s story from territorial days to the present. Concluding the trip will be a tour of the House of Representatives lead by District 12 representative, Jerry Weiers. For more information, visit www.azhistcemeteries.org/Smurthwaite, www.azhistcemeteries.org/ burials, www.lib.az.us/museum/ and www.azhouse.gov/. Price includes admission and guided tours for all locations and American Explorer Coach bus transportation. You may bring your lunch with you or purchase from a restaurant within walking distance. Portions of the tour will be outside. Please dress accordingly. Min/Max: 28/30. Times: Prices:

Depart 8:45 a.m., Return 4 p.m. $17 ($24 non-resident)

April 28 - Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West Located on the beautiful Sonoran desert in the foothills of the McDowell Mountains in northeast Scottsdale, this 1937 desert masterpiece offers a broad range of guided public tours. For more information, go to www.franklloydwright.org or call 480-860-2700. Price includes admission, guided tour and transportation. You are welcome to pack food and drinks for the bus ride. Min/Max: 25/50. Times: Prices:

Depart 9:30 a.m., Return 1:30 p.m. $33 ($40 non-resident)

May 5 - Sea Life Aquarium Dive in and be wowed by the many strange, beautiful, and fascinating creatures of the deep as you journey through the amazing underwater world of Sea Life Arizona in Tempe. Prepare for astonishing close views of everything from the humble starfish to tropical sharks, all in displays which carefully recreate their natural habitats. For more information, go to www.sealifeus.com/ phoenix/phoenix-home or call 480-478-7600. Price includes admission and transportation. You will have time for dinner at Arizona Mills mall and take a quick shopping trip. Min/Max: 25/50. Times: Prices:

Depart 4:45 p.m., Return 9:30 p.m. $20 ($27 non-resident)

May 10 - Brass Armadillo Antique Mall The Brass Armadillo Antique Mall in Phoenix is home to over 600 antique dealers, the largest number of antique dealers under one roof in the entire Valley, with aisles full of millions of antiques and collectibles. History buffs will love the rare military memorabilia. For more information, go to brassarmadillo.com/phoenix or call 602-942-0030. Price includes transportation. Min/Max: 20/50 Times: Prices:

Depart 9 a.m., Return 1 p.m. $12 ($19 non-resident)

May 19 - Herberger Lunchtime Show It’s... Nothing Serious! Welcome to our extravaganza, where we find our inner silly and slap it around with our funny stick. Forget your troubles, grab a sandwich, and then sit back and let us cleanse your palette with another refreshing dose of lunch time fun. Three short plays by Rich Orloff. For more information, go to www.herbergertheater.org/lunch_ time_theater or call 602-252-8497. Price includes admission, lunch, and transportation. Min/Max: 40. Times: Prices:

Depart 11:15 a.m., Return 1:30 p.m. $18 ($25 non-resident)

April 21 - Pima Air & Space and Titan Missile Museum You’ll see more than 300 aircraft and spacecraft including many of the most historically significant and advanced craft ever produced including a tour of the 309th Aerospace Maintenance Regeneration Group. Carrying of firearms, weapons, illegal substances, backpacks, camera cases, and other non-essential items are prohibited. You must have a government issued photo ID. For more information, go to www.pimaair.org or call 520-574-0462; or www.titanmissilemuseum.org or call 520-625-7736. Price includes admission, tours, and transportation. You may bring your own lunch or purchase at the museum’s restaurant. Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Min/Max: 40/53. Times: Prices:

Depart 8 a.m., Return 8:30 p.m. $62 ($69 non-resident)

190 N. Litchfield Rd. www.goodyearaz.gov 623-932-3910

Goodyear Recreation Office Goodyear Fire Station 183 (#3), 3075 N. Litchfield Rd. Goodyear, Arizona 85395 (north of Thomas Road). Open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed weekends and holidays. Phone: 623-882-7525 Fax: 623-882-7533 E-mail: gyrec@goodyearaz.gov Website: www.goodyearaz.gov/rec

Desert Edge HS

MC85 Dog Park Roeser Rd

Wigwam Blvd Community Park FS 183 Rec Office YMCA

Thomas Rd Palm Valley Blvd Palm Valley Comm. Center

McDowell Rd

Palm Valley School Estrella Gymnastics

Van Buren St Centerra Mirage School

Community Center/Pool

City Hall Library

Loma Linda Blvd Yuma Rd/Western Ave

Goodyear Ballpark & Recreational Complex

Goodyear Foothills Park Estrella Mountain Park

Recreational Facility Reservations Fieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and athletic facilities are limited in number. For Court/Field/ Plaza/Ramada fees, availability, guidelines, rules, and information, please call Troy Mickelson at 623-882-7536. For Goodyear Community Center and Goodyear Pool fees, availability, guidelines, rules, and information, please call Kristin Byers at 623-882-7525. Goodyear Community Park Basketball/Volleyball/Tennis Courts: $5/hour ($7/hour non-resident)

Litchfield Rd

Wildflower School

Falcon Park

Bullard Ave

I-10

Estrella/PebbleCreek Pkwy

Indian School Rd

City of Goodyear Recreational Facility Locations Goodyear Community Park (including tennis courts and skate park) 3151 N. Litchfield Rd., 623-882-7525 Goodyear Community Center 420 E. Loma Linda Blvd., 623-882-7525 Goodyear Pool 430 E. Loma Linda Blvd., 623-932-4809 Goodyear Branch Library 250 N. Litchfield Rd., Suite 185, 602-652-3000 Goodyear Ballpark and Recreational Complex 1933 S. Ballpark Way (Estrella Parkway, south of Yuma Road) Falcon Park 15050 W. Indian School Rd., 623-882-7525 Foothills Community Park 12795 S. Estrella Parkway Roscoe Dog Park 15600 W. Roeser Rd. (west of Estrella Parkway, south of MC-85) Centerra Mirage Elementary School 15151 W. Centerra Drive South, 623-772-4800

Falcon Park/Foothills Community Park/Goodyear Community Park Fields: prices are based on your category, please call 623-882-7536.

Goodyear Community Park Plaza: $25/hour ($35/hour non-resident) Goodyear Community Park Ramada: $35 per 4-hour minimum ($50 per 4-hour minimum non-resident) Goodyear Community Center: Saturday and/or Sunday: $25/hour ($35/hour non-resident) Goodyear Pool: See Recreation Catalog, page 2.