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OBITUARIES Michael Ernest Nunez

Kerry Hernandez Kerry Dee Hernandez of Superior passed away on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018. She was 48 years old.

Kerry was born Dec. 11, 1969 in Murray, Utah. She located to Arizona as a child in 1982. Kerry had a very loving, nurturing and compassionate heart. She loved children, although she did not have any of her own. She also loved animals. She also enjoyed gardening and taking care of her plants. She was also very artsy and creative and loved doing crafts and other projects.

Kerry is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hernandez, to whom she was married for 23 years.

Kerry is survived by her mother, Vicki Allen, her brothers John Allen and Edward Allen. She is also survived by every member of her large extended family, including the family she was married into that accepted her with open arms, and whom she loved dearly.

Kerry’s family will be doing a private family service to be announced at a later time. She was loved by all who knew her and will be missed dearly.

Superior Funeral Home is providing exceptional family service. 379 Ray Rd., Superior, AZ 85173. Ph. (520) 689-2692.

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Michael Ernest Nunez, 81, peacefully passed in his sleep on Oct. 28, 2018. He is survived by his daughter Michelle; sons Mark and Gabriel; and granddaughter Jillian.

Michael’s early education was completed in Superior before attending college courses at Eastern Arizona College as well as Arizona State University. He is an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Army.

He was employed as a professional Home Development Advisor throughout Arizona. His favorite pastimes include attending and watching baseball, basketball and football games. In earlier years, Michael played basketball in college and softball with company leagues.

Michael created a very special and meaningful life.

His personal and professional achievements have all been led by his desire to help and his compassion for family, friends and acquaintances.

Michael enjoyed life to its fullest and was always first in line to show respect and honor for the beliefs and celebration of others.

Services will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 490 W. Main St. in Superior on Friday, Nov. 16, at 10:30 a.m.

Interment will occur with military honors at Florence City Cemetery following Memorial Mass.

Encarnacion ‘Guera’ Gomez Encarnacion “Guera” Gomez, 82, passed away on Nov. 6, 2018 in Mesa, AZ. She is survived by her daughters, Ida Salomon, Malena Miranda, Guadalupe Gomez, Luz Sandoval, Patricia Peru and Laura Gomez; sons, Mario, Guillermo, Robert and Ernesto Gomez; and her grandchildren, nieces and nephew.

Encarnacion was employed at Pinal County Hospital in Florence. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, going

to the casino and visiting her grandchildren.

Services will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Superior on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018 with Rosary at 1:30 p.m., Mass at 2 p.m. and interment to follow. Join the family for dinner at the family home, 213 Stansberry, Superior.

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Happy Thanksgiving and Congratulations to Our Turkey Drawing Winners: Another successful year of Turkey giving brought to you

by Copper Corridor businesses! Every year your local businesses participate in a Turkey Drawing to give away a free Turkey. This year 77 turkeys were won by families from Oracle to Superior and everywhere in between!

Copper Basin News Kearny Ace Hdwre ..................Billy A. Lopez Jr. Town of Winkelman .......................... Fred Ruiz Town of Hayden ...............Mary Lou Rodriguez Snak Shak ............................... Cobina Martinez Town of Kearny.....................Lillian Hernandez Getsome Motorsports ......Wendy & Manny Rivera Gila Furniture ......................... Lorenzo Romero General Kearny Inn ........................ Carol Lewis Eddie Tire ...................................... Billy Chavez Copper Basin News.................. Angeleta Ortega Norm’s IGA ...........................Larry Bracamonte Copper Basin Chamber..................Carla Manzo Cactus Mini Mart ................. Barbara Contreras Kearny Life Center .......................... Ada Horton

Ray Federal Credit Union ............... Ruby Smith Copper Area Realty .............................Les Gotto Mack’s Auto Parts ................... Susie M. Aguirre ARC/NEPC ......................... Frances Tomlinson Construction Done Right............. Irma Marines Old Time Pizza ......................... Johnny Hinojos Hand Me Up Shop ..................... Ginger Bentley Kearny Health Mart ................. Sharon Danskin Whistle Stop Cafe ......................... Veva Carrillo Horizon Health & Wellness ......... Brianna Cook Maria’s Restaurant ................... Susie Escalante Buzzy’s Drive In ........................Teresa Apodaca Kearny Glass & Mirror...................Rick Aguirre

San Manuel Miner Carniceria Rancheros ................Yolanda Smith Amy Whatton Realty ..................Daniella Duke Quality Paint & Body ..............Santiago Salazar Farmer’s Insurance........................Linda Laabs Dub’s Plumbing ............................. Jesse Miller Copper Town Days Assn. ..........Phyllis Spencer Family Dollar ............................... Bernice Ortiz Oracle Patio Cafe ........................... Sarrah Silva San Manuel Hardware...............Jamie Borquez Mammoth Towing & Service ...... Davina Esquivel San Manuel Historical Society ............... Ayisha Valenzuela San Pedro Valley Pizza Co. ..........Sherry Carter Oracle Electric Service LLC ......... Chris Alvarez Oracle Land and Homes .............. Barbara Haaf Tri-Com Real Estate ......................... Jeff Booth

Carquest Oracle Auto Repair..... Melissa Starks Arizona Water Company .........Roxanne Garcia The Lodge ............................ Roy & Patty Sigler DeMarco’s Pizzeria ........................Bernie Haas Mel’s Drive-in ........................ Henry Velasquez San Manuel Miner ...................... Sally Ramirez Mammoth Lumber ....................... Patsy Muller Sun Life Health Center ............. Nate Lancaster Class’e Looks in Oracle ......... Edwardo Encinas Horizon Health & Wellness ......Victoria Barton Las Michoacanas .................Maria E. Quintana Maria’s Cafe ................................. Bea Bejarano oracleazdentistry.com .............Barbara Stamps Dollar General ...................Rosemary Guerrero Romo’s Restaurant ......................Hector Sierra

Superior Sun Superior Sun ............................... Chris Romero Red Bear Outfitters .................. Murna Guzman Rolling Rock Gallery .................Ashley Graham Imerys Perlite USA .......................Jamie Torrio Superior Farmers Market ..................Jack Byrd Circle K ................................... Maxine Wheeler Superior Lumber ................. Danny Valenzuela Felicia’s Ice Cream Shop .......Ricardo Hernandez Los Hermanos...............................Alice Castillo Superior Chamber ......................... Olga Alonzo

Resolution Copper ..................... Nathan Taylor Save Money Market .................. Mary McGrane My Home Group .................................Cari Soto Ray Federal Credit Union ........Nico Manriquez Rose’s Roses/Gecko ................Terry Fernandez DeMarco’s Pizza.......................Tanya Tomerlin Picket Post Antiques ................ Angie Cardenas RAWR Nutrition ................. Virginia Velasquez Town of Superior ........................... Kathy Terea

Winners need to go to the location of where they won to obtain a gift certificate. Turkeys will be distributed at: • Save Money Market for Sun Winners • Norm’s IGA for CBN Winners • Rancheros Meat Market in Mammoth for Miner Winners

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By Andrew Luberda Superior Sun The Superior football team won its first state championship since 1954 with a decisive 70 – 20 victory against upstart Hayden last Saturday night at Maricopa High School.

It wasn’t quite the 108-year championship drought that long-suffering Chicago Cubs fans had to endure before winning the 2016 World Series, but 64

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Cham-Panther-ship: years was long enough between state titles for the Panthers and their fans. Capping an undefeated season with a championship was an added bonus.

Following last week’s win over Mogollon, Superior head coach Ryan Palmer said “this group” of Panthers was going to win the title. It took four-straight trips to the semifinals and a second-consecutive appearance in the championship game for “this group” to achieve its long-awaited goal.

It was worth the wait.

“There have been a lot of kids that laid the foundation that (this year’s) kids have followed,” said Palmer, adding that

bringing a state championship to Superior fulfilled a professional-career goal. “I couldn’t be prouder of the alumni but especially this group.

A Hayden defender goes vertical, just missing the Panther ball carrier.

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Steven Ybarra (30) carries the ball during the phenomenal game.

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Superior’s coach Ryan Palmer celebrates the Panther victory at the state tourney.

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Superior wins 1A Title “They were on this field one year ago, and we sat there and watched Williams hoist the trophy. We looked at each other and said, ‘That’s ours next year.’ We set a goal and I (outlined) what it was going to take to get there and asked if they could do it and they said, ‘Yes, sir.’”

Not only did the Panthers do it, but they left no doubt.

Superior’s soon-to-be-named Player of the Year Steven Ybarra, a senior, accounted for eight – that’s right, EIGHT – touchdowns in the first half, including six passing and two rushing, in addition to 443 of the Panthers’ 560 total yards.

After a poor first half in the semis a week

ago, Ybarra guided the Panthers to four first-quarter touchdowns and a 28 – 6 lead. He had a hand in four more scores before halftime, helping the Panthers to a lopsided 58 – 12 advantage. “(I) came out pumped,” Ybarra said about the difference between the starts of both games. “(We) really wanted it bad. We came too far to come short, so we knew we had to leave it out there.”

Seniors Jesus Castellanos (125) and Cedric Mendoza (160) combined for 285 receiving yards and four touchdown receptions – two apiece. Jared Moreno and Adam Navarrette hauled in Ybarra’s other touchdown throws. Ybarra finished 20-of-

27 for 365 yards and had a team-high 78 rushing yards on 14 carries.

“I couldn’t be prouder of that kid,” said Palmer, referring to Ybarra. “He really worked on his leadership this year and he led by example.

“He’s probably one of the toughest kids I’ve ever coached, and he’s a quarterback.

That says a lot about him. He’s got such a strong will to win.”

Hayden ended its own drought, appearing in a state championship game for the first time in 30 years. Lobos’ head coach John Estrada credited Superior afterwards, calling them an “elite team” that only “comes around once in a long while.”

The 1A State Champions, Superior Panthers, pose with the trophy. Superior hasn’t won a championship since 1957.

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“Palmer did a heck of a job with his kids,” Estrada said. “Their stud, Ybarra, he led that team to a championship.”

Castellanos, who led the Panthers with nine receptions, shared his feelings – and likely those of his teammates – after winning the final 1A football game of the 2018 season.

“It’s means the world to me (and) it’s one of the best feelings ever,” he said.

“We knew we had to play for each other to be successful. We worked really hard all season for this moment and we finally got what we deserved.”

Good things come to those who wait…and work for it.

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The Magma Smokestack in Superior came down at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 10.

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Magma Copper smelter chimney stack safely demolished

Resolution Copper’s demolition contractor has safely and successfully completed the controlled demolition of the Magma Copper smelter’s chimney stack, which was structurally unsound and posed a significant threat to safety. Resolution Copper’s number one priority is ensuring the health and safety of our employees and the community, and finalizing this latest phase of the 15-year reclamation effort is a vital step in fulfilling our commitment to health, safety and environmental stewardship.

In addition to proactively addressing the safety threat posed by the crumbling chimney stack, it was also necessary to remove smelter structures in order to clean all contaminants out of the soil that had accumulated during five decades of the Magma Copper Company’s smelting

operations, which started in 1924 and ended in 1971. Safe removal and cleanup of the smelter complex is a major milestone in Resolution Copper’s broader reclamation of the West Plant property adjacent to Superior, which began in 2005 and is on schedule for completion in 2020.

“Being a good neighbor is extremely important to Resolution Copper. We are dedicated to making Superior a cleaner and safer place to live and work,” said Andrew Lye, Resolution Copper Project Director. “When the company took over the West Plant property in 2004, restoring the land was a top priority, and the safe removal of the smelter was unfortunately required for us to finish the job. The Town of Superior has been an important partner throughout the reclamation process, and Continued on page 9

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THIS ‘N THAT COMMUNITY CALENDAR St. Francis 100th Anniversary

Superior-Kearny Justice Court

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year and is looking to compose the church history. Anyone who can help with pictures, information or any other historical materials is asked to please contact the church office at 11 Church Avenue or by calling 520-689-2250.

The Superior-Kearny Justice Court and the Superior Municipal Court will be moving to 355 Alden Rd to the Kelly Haddad Justice Center in Kearny, beginning May 21, while the building located at 60 E. Main St in Superior is being renovated.

The renovation is scheduled to be completed by the end of February and then we will be relocating back to the Superior location. During that time anyone that needs the services of the Superior-Kearny Justice Court and the Superior Municipal Court will need to go to the Kearny Location.

The phone number will remain 520689-5871 to reach both the Justice and Municipal Courts you can also mail payments to PO Box 83, Kearny, AZ 85137 during this time.

Superior Senior Center News

The Superior Senior Center, 360 W. Main St., invites seniors to join the center and enjoy a nice meal and great company. Meals are $2 for adults 60 and over. Under 55 is $4.

Bingo is every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. A pastry bingo is held on the last Thursday of the month beginning at 10 a.m. All are welcome.

Need a ride to the center or more information? Call 689-5182.

Winner of Hunting Package Raffle

The winner of the Hunting Package Raffle benefiting Hayden student Alonzo Gonzales for his New York trip is Roy Rauch. Thank you to all who supported this.

Bob Jones Museum Hours Bob Jones Museum is open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from noon - 3 p.m. It will be closed the week of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s.

SHS Class of ‘72 Reunion a Success

The Superior High School Class of 1972 reunion, held Oct. 20, 2018, was all the more epic due to John Tameron and staff at the Buckboard Restaurant. The street tacos were delicious and the service was fantastic. A good time and fun memories were had by all class members who attended.

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Food Bank Distribution

The Superior Food Bank food box distribution will happen Thursday, Nov 15, and Friday, Nov 16, at 3 p.m. It is earlier in Nov. and Dec. so that you will have your food box before the holidays. Special thanks go out to all the wonderful volunteers who make things happen. You are truly a blessing to our community! Thank you! Thank you to Lowe’s for the help in remodeling the inside of the building. It looks great!

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SPD Toy Drive Pastry Bingo

The Superior Police Department and VFW will host a special Pastry Bingo on Nov. 18 at 3 p.m. at the VFW Post, 405 W. Main St. Enjoy classic and special bingo games including Blackout/Jackpot Bingo.

Cost is 25¢ per card or 3 for 50¢.

It’s BYOD (bring your own daubers).

There will be prizes for everyone from desserts to gift cards and everything in between. Don’t play bingo? Come and enjoy a burger or hot dog. All proceeds will benefit this year’s Christmas Toy Drive.

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SHS Senior Class Cornhole Tournament

The SHS Senior Class will host a Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 1, at the Superior Skate Park (next to the pool). Sign-up is 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and the bags fly at 1 p.m. Cost is $20 per team. Cash prizes are $100 for first, $50 for second and $20 for third place. There will be music, food, 50/50 drawing and raffles. For more information, contact Sonia Estatico at 520-8279771.

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Eagle One Veteran Outreach to Visit

The Eagle One Veteran Outreach Center will be at the VFW in Superior on Thursday, Dec. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit them online at hohp4heroes.org. Eagle One provides veterans a place to learn about and apply for all services available to them.

Submit information to CBNSUN@minersunbasin.com or call 520-363-5554. Listings are free. The Superior Sun reserves the right to edit or refuse submissions. Submissions are due the Friday before Wednesday publication.

SUPERIOR TOWN COUNCIL: The Superior Town Council meets the second Thursday at 7 p.m. at the old Roosevelt School Auditorium.

SUPERIOR OPTIMIST CLUB: The Superior Optimist Club meets the first and third Tuesdays at Edwardo’s Pizza at 6:30 p.m. Anyone wishing to join the club can contact JoAnn Besich at 520-827-0592.

SUPERIOR SENIOR CENTER: The Superior Senior Center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. A hot nutritious lunch is provided at noon. Bingo is played every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 10:30 a.m. Come in and join us for lunch or Bingo. You do not need to be a senior to join us, but must be over 21 to play Bingo. Need a ride to the center?

Call 520-689-5182.

SUPERIOR ROTARY CLUB: The Superior Rotary Club is the oldest service club in Superior that is still in service today. If you are interested in becoming a Rotarian, please call the school district for the next meeting date, 689-3000.

SUPERIOR SCHOOL BOARD: Regular meetings of the Superior School District Governing Board are held at 6 p.m. in the Auditorium, at Kennedy Elementary School, 1500 Sunset Drive in Superior, usually on the first Wednesday of each month.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Superior Head Start Registration

Head Start is taking applications now for the upcoming 2018-19 school year. Applications may be completed online at: www.pgccs.org Families must provide proof of income, guardianship and immunizations. Head Start is a free pre-school program that prepares children ages 3 and 4 years for kindergarten and promotes school readiness skills for children and their families. Children receive free healthy meals and if qualify, may receive free medical and dental care. Head Start provides classroom experiences to support parenting challenges and individualized services to children with disabilities.

Transportation is not available. Superior Head Start is located at 150 N. Lobb Ave. Call site manager, Hilda Cardenas, 520-689-2812 for more information.

Play Bingo in Miami In 2018, Bingo at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church on Sullivan St. in Miami will be held on the first and third Tuesday of the month. Those over age 18 are welcome to join in, starting at 6 p.m., with doors opening at 5 p.m. There will be three Early Bird games and then the rest of a 21 game pack. Packs are $19 per player. There will be a snack bar. If you would like more information about CDA or Bingo, please contact Mary Stemm, Regent via email atjmstemm@cableone.net.

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we’ll continue to coordinate our efforts with Superior’s public officials as we move forward.”

Superior Mayor, Mila Besich offered the following statement: “As we bid farewell to the smelter stack, we are reminded of all that it has represented to generations of our citizens. It is an iconic reminder of every miner, engineer, craftsman and staff who have worked the Magma mine. It has been a symbol of our mining history, the industry that created Superior and the families which made Superior a community. We will miss seeing this important and historic structure from our skyline, but we also celebrate the new era that is before us today – a new mine, abundant economic and community development opportunities and our community working together to create greater opportunities for the benefit of all – not only for today, but for future generations. Superior’s best days are truly ahead of us, and together we will establish Superior’s growth and prosperity in the 21st century.”

The next major phases in the West Plant reclamation project are: • Removal and disposal of contaminated debris in December 2018 • Reclamation of surrounding soils in spring of 2019 • Seeding and rehabilitation of smelter site in summer of 2019

Continued from page 6 Resolution Copper understands the cultural significance of the Magma Copper smelter complex for the Superior community, and the company is funding a study for a legacy project to commemorate the town’s rich mining history. Resolution Copper proactively sought this opportunity to work with the community, including residents and elected officials. Under an agreement with the Town of Superior, Resolution Copper will review three project proposals, which are based on several months of gathering feedback from residents on how they would like to see Superior’s mining history preserved.

Resolution Copper is also funding major improvements to Superior’s US Highway 60 Park & Caboose Visitor Center, known for its feature landmark, a train caboose converted into a visitor center. Resolution Copper is collaborating with the Town of Superior on the park improvement project. The scope includes working with the Town to enhance the mining history trail, upgrading existing playground equipment to include new mining themed elements and landscaping.

Another part of Resolution Copper’s ongoing effort to celebrate the history of the Magma Copper Company smelter has been the work of our contractor,WestLand Resources, Inc. (WestLand). WestLand carried out detailed architectural documentation of the smelter,

using an aerial drone to take high-resolution photographs and video of each structure. The drone imagery was processed with specialized computer software to generate both conventional architectural drawings of individual structures as well as three-dimensional models of selected buildings. The drawings and other documentation have been used to complete the standard Historic Property Inventory Forms for individual structures typically required by the Arizona State Historic Preservation Office.

WestLand has consulted a wide variety of early maps, photographs, company records and other documents.

These sources together provide a better understanding of when the different parts of the complex were built and used, along with new details on the smelter’s role in the history of both Magma Copper and the community of Superior. WestLand has also been conducting oral history interviews with former Magma employees who worked either at the smelter or in other parts of the Magma operation. The interviews have been recorded by a professional videographer, and excerpts of the recordings will be used to produce a video history of the smelter for public distribution.

WestLand has presented its research in a series of public meetings in Superior over the last few months.

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COPPER BASIN & SUPERIOR CHURCH DIRECTORY Fellowship Baptist Church Tilbury & Danbury, Kearny

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Tuesday Morning Fellowship 10 a.m.

Wednesday Dinner & Bible Study 6-7 p.m.

Friday Kids’ Club 1-2:30 p.m.

Kearny Church of Christ 103 Hammond Dr., Kearny

Minister George Randall 520-363-7711 Sunday Bible Study 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11 a.m.

Evening Worship 6 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m.

Serving All of the Copper Basin Area

Calvary Kearny

305 W. Croydon Rd., Kearny

Pastor Ron Hazelwood 520-365-0636 Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m. www.calvarykearny.com

Come & See!

Church of the Good Shepherd

Lighthouse Assembly of God

Rev. Michael Eaton 520-363-7283

Pastor David Wade 520-356-6718

Sunday Worship 9 a.m.

Worship Service 9 & 11 a.m.

Evening Worship 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Family Night 7 p.m.

Bottom of School Hill, Kearny

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Living Word Chapel Copper Corridor

San Pedro Valley Baptist Church

Casual, Relevant, Contemporary

Dudleyville Road, Dudleyville

Pastor James Ruiz 520-896-2771

Pastor Anthony DaCunha 520-357-7353

Join us 5 p.m. at Hayden High School www.lwcoracle.org Find us on Facebook @ Living Word Chapel Copper Corridor

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship 11 a.m.

Evening Service 6 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7 p.m.

Infant Jesus of Prague Catholic Church 501 Victoria Circle, Kearny

Rev. Fr. George Kunnel (Pastor) 520-363-7205 Daily Masses Tues 6 p.m.; Wed-Fri 8:30 a.m.

Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m.; Sunday Mass 9 a.m.

Sunday Religious Ed for Children, Youth Ministry & Jr. High Youth Groups 10:15 a.m.

Presbyterian Church of Superior

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

520-689-2631

Fr. Samuel Jandeh 520-689-2250

100 Magma Ave., Superior

Worship Service Sunday: 10 a.m.

All are welcome.

Anonymous prayer box located at Save Money Market.

We will pray for you!

11 Church Ave., Superior

Weekday Mass Tues.-Fri. 8 a.m.

Saturday 5 p.m. • Sunday 9 & 11 a.m.

Confession: Sat. 4-4:45 p.m. or by req. www.stfrancissuperior.org

Superior Harvest Church

Family Life Christian Center

Pastor Albert M. Rodriguez 480-354-4499 H 480-329-3647 C

Pastors Dennis & Sandy VanGorp 520-689-2202

Hill St. & Stone Ave., Superior

Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 5 p.m.

Victory in Jesus

56 Kellner Ave., Superior

Sunday Prayer 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 6 p.m.

Everyone is Welcome Assembly of God

To be included in the weekly church listing, call 520-363-5554 or email at cbnsun@minersunbasin.com.

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Continued from page 9 In addition, WestLand is working on a booklet about the history of the smelter that will include historic and recent maps and photographs. The smelter history booklet will be available for public distribution on December 21, 2018.

In the interim, Resolution Copper has collaborated with the Town of Superior and Boyce Thompson Arboretum to celebrate the smelter’s connections to the community by displaying a collection of historical photographs of the smelter complex at Boyce Thompson Arboretum. The exhibition, titled Images to Remember: The Magma Copper Company Smelter at Superior, consists of large reproductions of historic and recent photographs, a video display, maps and construction drawings of the smelter. The exhibition is installed in the Benson House at the Arboretum and will be open to the public free of charge from November 20, 2018, through May 20, 2019, during scheduled business hours (Fall-Winter hours: Monday-Sunday, 8 am to 5 pm, October thru April).

For more information on viewing the smelter exhibition, contact Boyce Thompson Arboretum at (602) 827-3000.

Watch the Magma Copper smelter stack demolition video on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ AgLHDBYced0

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RESOLUTION NUMBER 18-602 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF SUPERIOR EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE WORK OF THE DESERT SOUTHWEST CHAPTER OF THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION AND IMPORTANT WORK OF THE ASSOCIATION WHEREAS, the Town of Superior recognizes the importance of Alzheimer’s and related dementia care; and WHEREAS, the Town of Superior recognizes the significant impact of Alzheimer’s and related dementias on the health and wellbeing of our citizens; and WHEREAS, the Desert Southwest Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is actively engaged in the education about the disease, advocacy for a proper care continuum, and improvement of the training, and conditions around the care of patients with Alzheimer’s and related dementias; now THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the full body of the Superior Town Council hereby declare their support for the work of the Desert Southwest Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of November, 2018. /s/ Mila Besich, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Ruby Cervantes, Town Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ Stephen R. Cooper, Town Attorney SUN Legal 11/14/18, 11/21/18

RESOLUTION 18 - 603 A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF SUPERIOR APPROVING FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018 GENERAL FUND BUDGET TRANSFERS PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, On June 8, 2017, the TOWN OF SUPERIOR adopted the budget for the Fiscal Year 2017-2018; and WHEREAS, Arizona law allows the transfer of all or part of any unrestricted appropriations from one department to another.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED

BY THE Town Council of the Town of Superior, Arizona, that: 1. Town Council authorizes the following budget transfer to adjust budgeted amounts for the indicated accounts for Fiscal Year 2017-2018: Town Manager $2,000.00 100-02 Public Works $62,000.00 100-09 Swimming Pool $11,000.00 100-11 Administration $(2,000.00) 100-05 Refuse $(62,000.00) 200-00 Parks $(11,000.00) 100-12 2. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption by Town Council.

DULY PASSED AND ENACTED by the Town Council of the Town of Superior this 8th day of November, 2018. /s/ Mila Besich Lira, Mayor /s/ Ruby Cervantes, Town Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ Stephen R. Cooper, Town Attorney SUN Legal 11/14/18, 11/21/18

CENTRAL ARIZONA GOVERNMENTS Public Notice The Central Arizona Governments (CAG) is providing a preliminary DRAFT copy of the CAG and SCMPO (Sun Corridor Metropolitan Planning Organization) FY2019 Human Services Transportation Coordination Plan update for public review and comment. The public comment period will start from November 14, 2018 through December 14, 2018.

Federal Transit Law requires that projects selected for funding under the Elderly Individuals and Individuals with Disabilities (Section 5310) programs be derived from a locally developed coordinated transit human services transportation plan. The purpose of this type of plan is to identify the transportation needs of individuals with disabilities, older adults, and people with low incomes, provide strategies from meeting these needs and prioritize transportation services for funding and implementation.

The documents will be available on the CAG website at www.cagaz.org and during normal business hours at the CAG offices, located at 2540 West Apache Trail, Suite 108, Apache Junction, Arizona 85120.

If you have comments, please email them to or call: Travis Ashbaugh – tashbaugh@cagaz.org | 480-474-9300 MINER, CBN, SUN Legal 11/14/18

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Public Notice PINAL COUNTY AIR QUALITY CONTROL DISTRICT The District hereby gives notice that it proposes to approve the following permit(s) or permit revision(s). Each list includes the following, in order: the proposed permit number, company name, company address, facility location, facility type and the air contaminants to be emitted or potentially emitted (Volatile Organic Compounds will be abbreviated as V.O.C.; Hazardous Air Pollutants are abbreviated as the HAPS; Benzene, Toluene, Ethyl Benzene, and Xylene are abbreviated as BTEX): Permit No. S12675.000 Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) 2225 South 22nd Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85009 Superior Maintenance Facility 951 West Main Street Superior, AZ Facility Type – State Vehicle Maintenance & Refueling Emissions: V.O.C., HAPS (BTEX) Under A.R.S. § 49-480, any person who may be adversely affected by the permit may file a written objection to the issuance of the permit and may request (in writing) a public hearing. Objections, comments or a request for a hearing are due during the public comment period, which ends upon the latter of thirty (30) days from the first publication of this notice, or close of business on the date of any hearing that may be held. Send objections/comments/requests to Pinal County Air Quality Control District, P. O. Box 987, Florence, AZ 85132 or deliver to 31 N. Pinal Street, Building F, Development Services, Florence, Arizona. The telephone number is (520) 866-6929.

Any objection shall state the name and mailing address of the objector, be signed by the objector, their agent or attorney, and clearly set forth the reasons why the permit should not be issued. Grounds for objections are limited to whether the proposed permit meets the criteria for issuance prescribed in A.R.S. § 49-480 or in § 49-481. The permit package, all comments and objections will be available for public inspection and/or copying at the above address Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. excluding Holidays.

PINAL COUNTY AIR QUALITY CONTROL DISTRICT MICHAEL SUNDBLOM, DIRECTOR Dates Published: November 14, & November 21, 2018 End of 30-day comment Period: December 7, 2018 SUN Legal 1/14/18, 11/21/18

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