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Sinema, Parker face off Nov. 6 By Teri Carnicelli Phoenix residents will have the unique opportunity on Nov. 6 to elect a candidate to represent them in Washington, D.C., as part of a brand-new district formed in Arizona just this year. Arizona’s Congressional District 9 is a new district that comprises the Phoenix neighborhoods of Sunnyslope, the Biltmore and Arcadia as well as Ahwatukee, all of Tempe and parts of Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler and Paradise Valley. Democrat Kyrsten Sinema will face off against Republican Vernon Parker for the honor of being the first to representative this new district. Both have similar personal backgrounds yet widely different views on the issues facing the state and the country. To read their full platforms and positions, visit their campaign websites, which are listed later in this article. In the meantime, here’s a glimpse of who they are and what they hope to accomplish if elected.
Jo Ann Bauer (in purple shirt, facing right), a Master Holy Yoga instructor, teaches a class Saturday mornings at Living Streams Church in Phoenix (photo by Teri Carnicelli).
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Kyrsten Sinema, 36, was born and raised in Tucson. She has lived in Central Phoenix since 1999. She has served as State Senator for Legislative District 15 (2011-2012), State Representative for Dist. 15 (2005-2010), and Assistant Minority Leader for the Arizona House of Representatives (2009-2010). She
Jo Ann Bauer prepares for her students each Saturday morning by making sure her music is ready, her laptop is ready … and her Bible is close at hand. Bauer, a former TV news anchor from Wisconsin, took a dramatic change in her life a few years ago, first by moving to the Phoenix area and second by leaving the frantic pace of television news behind and becoming a Master Holy Yoga instructor instead. While she admits that financially it has been a struggle, she says the benefits that she has gained emotionally, physical and spiritually are immeasurable. Bauer teaches a Holy Yoga class at Living Streams Church, 7000 N. Central Ave., each Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. The class is free but donations are welcome. You don’t have to be a member of the congregation to attend; in fact, you don’t even have to be a Christian. “I’ve had Buddhists, I’ve had people of the Jewish faith, and I’ve even had people who aren’t sure they believe in God,” Bauer says. “We get that it’s not going to be for everyone but all are still welcome.” Don’t imagine that this yoga class is more prayer
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and less of workout. Students often leave sweating after the hour-long class. “When we practice, we focus on the word of God,” Bauer explains. “It’s like Bible study but with strenuous movement.” Bauer tries to pick a theme for each class, reading from the Bible or from notes on her laptop, and often sharing personal anecdotes related to the theme. She’s also in the mix, doing the stretches and poses along with her students. Many times the room goes quiet except for the contemporary Christian music being piped over the sound system. please see YOGA on page 10
in this issue WESD seeks capital override, page 3 District 28 candidate forums set, page 5 Grocery chain to support schools, page 28 Fall festivals and arts events abound, page 37 Find favorites at long-time local deli, page 42
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WESD seeking a capital override By Patty Talahongva It’s still a tough economy for most folks, yet supporters of a capital override for the Washington Elementary School District (WESD) say they are confident voters will recognize the benefits of what their extra $61 a year in property taxes will mean to the 23,000 students in the district. The $55 million override will come before voters living in the WESD boundaries on the Nov. 6 ballot. Without such improvements as updated software and wireless tablets for students, WESD parents and educators question how students will be properly taught and prepared for high school and beyond. There’s also the frustration of having the current antiquated computers crash on a near regular basis, according to some WESD officials. Without upgraded software, teachers also are limited on what programs they can run or access. Sandy Mendez-Benson is the chairwoman for Invest in Education, a political action committee originally formed in 2010 to campaign for the Maintenance and Operation Override as well as a bond the district was requesting for building maintenance. Both passed, and now the group hopes voters will pass this new request. It calls for $7.8 million a year for seven years, and that
money will help get schools in the district up to speed in this digital age. Jill Hicks is a member of the committee but also an employee of the school district, where she serves as the Community Outreach specialist. She works on the override effort during her off hours. Hicks says social media is playing a strong part in the committee’s effort to get the word out. Besides a website (www.investineducationaz.com) where citizens can get detailed information on the capital override, they’ve also set up a Facebook page (www.facebook. com/investineducationaz) and the information also is listed on the WESD website (www.wesdschools.org). If approved, the funds would be used to purchase, among other things, six fixed computers in each kindergarten through second-grade classroom and wireless computing devices for every third through eighth grader. Each classroom also would be equipped with a smart board, which interacts with a computer and a projector.
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will be enclosed in a new bell tower architectural feature, it will not contribute in a measurable way to the deterioration of the area or contribute to lowering of property values.â&#x20AC;? The NCPHA, in a letter opposing the use permit sent to Stephenson prior to his Aug. 30 ruling, stated that their research showed there currently are more than 50 cell towers located within a 4-mile radius of the church, although it did no specify which cellular provider owned which structures. In addition, NCPHA President Mary Crozier pointed out that while the church has a legal right to build a steeple, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is just a cell tower hiding in steeple clothing.â&#x20AC;? The size of the triangular tower will be 14 feet at the base and 65-feet tall and will house 12 antennas. The adjacent electrical cabinet will be approximately 22 feet long, 10 feet wide with an 8-foot high wall. There was some indication in the use permit that AT&T or the church might ask for future leasing sites of a similar purpose. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The vague suggestion of future cell towers in this one location is disconcerting,â&#x20AC;? Crozier wrote in her letter on behalf of the NCPHA. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What
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allowances for other cell companies are parts of this use permit? This is a church in a residential area, zoned R110, not an industrial land site.” Of perhaps greatest concern to the NCPHA and some area homeowners was the potential negative health impact on the preschool population housed at Crossroads Church. The NCPHA submitted several articles recounting the growing concern relating to the health and safety impact of cell towers. “The construction of this tower may force this preschool to evaluate whether its leasehold interest has been damaged by this placement and consider whether it is being constructively evicted and forced to relocate to a ‘safer location,’” the letter states. “It appears the EMF exposure will be greatest over the school and playground.” After various internal and business issues caused a slowdown in AT&T’s plans to add cell towers in Phoenix, the company now seems to be on track to install towers in order to improve its service and stay competitive. Two towers were approved in the last few months in far north Phoenix. To learn when the Crossroads Church appeal will come before the Board of Adjustment, visit www.phoenix.gov, click on “City Government,” then select “Boards and Commissions,” then “Get a Board or Commission Meeting Agenda.” Or, call the City Clerk’s office at 602-262-6811. Comments either in favor or opposed to the cell tower at Crossroads should be sent to Board of Adjustment Secretary Mary L. Brown no later than 10 days prior to the hearing. Call her at 602-495-7029 or e-mail her at Mary.L.Brown@phoenix.gov. Reference case number ZA-166-12 in all correspondence.
Legislative District 28 candidate forums set Legislative District 28 candidates will present their views on education at a forum beginning at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 8, in the Arcadia High School auditorium, 4703 E. Indian School Road. The forum will be moderated by Steve Goldstein of “Here and Now” on KJZZ-FM (NPR) and is co-hosted by Citizens’ Advisory Madison Committee and Scottsdale Parent Council. Candidates Eric Shelley (D) and Adam Driggs (R) are competing for one senate seat and Kate Brophy McGee (R), Eric Meyer (D) and Amanda Reeve (R) are competing for two house seats. Legislative District 28 includes North Central and Northeast Phoenix and parts of Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 602-371-8975. Another candidate forum for Legislative District 28 is set for Tuesday, Oct. 16, in the Scottsdale Unified School District Education Center’s Board Room, 3811 N. 44th St. The candidate forum, sponsored by Children’s Action Alliance and St. Luke’s Health Initiatives, will focus on critical policy issues such as healthcare, education, child care and support for children and families. The House candidates will begin the discussion at 6 p.m., followed by Senate candidates at 7:15 p.m. Note that all candidates have been invited but not all have confirmed their attendance. Audience members will have an opportunity to submit written questions and meet the candidates before and after the forum. For more information, visit www.azchildren.org.
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Dozens of members and friends of the Arizona Clay Association have spent the last several months crafting thousands of handmade ceramic bowls, carefully shaping them, glazing them and firing them in a blazing hot kiln, with each one being unique from the other. North Central artist Kurt Stickler, owner of Clayface Ceramics in the Melrose District, alone made more than 300 of the both practical and decorative bowls. Each one was made with artistry and with compassion—destined for a very good cause. All of the bowls will be donated to the 22nd Annual Empty Bowls Event, set for 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, in the grotto area of the Arizona Center, 400 E. Van Buren, and Saturday, Oct. 13, at the AJ’s Fine Foods located at 5017 N. Central Ave. The Arizona Clay Association also will host a ceramics boutique at the events with gift items available for purchase ranging from $15 to $500. The Empty Bowls Event is presented by Waste Not, dedicated to collecting and distributing perishable food to a diverse network of agencies in the Valley that feed the hungry. Most of the bowls will be available for a $12 donation. Sam’s Café will fill purchased bowls with the equivalent of what a homeless person eats in one day. Patrons keep the commemorative bowl as a reminder that someone else’s bowl is always empty. Marjon Ceramics in Phoenix has
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donated 63,750 pounds of clay to this event worth $32,000 over the last 12 years. This year raw material also was donated by sponsor Laguna Clay. The Arizona Clay Association hopes to contribute 4,000 bowls to this year’s event. The purchase of one bowl provides 75 meals for the hungry. For more information about the Arizona Clay Association or volunteering for this event, contact Lee Carroll at 623875-9309 or lee@claybabe.net For more information about Waste Not, visit http://www.wastenotaz.org.
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The Lieb Group Appraisal insights Happy Birthday to my son Sean, who was 23 on Sept. 11, and my daughter Juliann, who will be 21 on Oct. 15. I asked John Fournier, an appraiser who lives in North Central, to give me some insight this month on the challenges that buyers and sellers are experiencing with the failure of some sales appraising. An appraisal to a lender for a refinance or a sale is the same value definition. The difference is that for a sale appraisal, the contract is reviewed and analyzed by the appraiser with results of the analysis reported within the appraisal AND the property has gone through a market test with buyers analyzing the pros and cons of the property relative to the competition and thereby offering and negotiating a price based on this process. In many cases, the appraised value and contract price are relatively close as the appraisal should mirror or reflect the market reaction(s) to the property’s attributes and flaws. The refinance appraisal goes through the same process of market analysis of the pros and cons, although there could be more frustration from the borrower, as they have not been subject to the pros and cons analysis recently and have only read in the newspaper that prices are jumping. What the homeowner does not see in the report is that the MEDIAN price is increasing. This increase in median price is partly impacted by a few things; 1) there are fewer REO and short sales on the lower end, 2) there are more “fix then flip” or remodeled homes on the upper end, 3) there has been some appreciation, although not at the level of the median price increase and 4) the reduced inventory level, pent-up demand
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Real Food Community Tour comes to Phoenix Celebrate the ways that Phoenix is moving towards a more healthy, affordable and sustainable food system during a free event set for Wednesday, Oct. 24. The Real Food Community Tour starts at 2 p.m. at Garden of Tomorrow, 1825 E. Broadway Road, where Darren Chapman will give a presentation on the Tiger Mountain Foundation and its purposes, and the contribution that community gardens make to neighborhoods, health, economies, life skills, and communities as a whole. There also will be various displays by the Maricopa County Cooperative Extension on gardening and other related topics. The event continues from 3 to 8 p.m. at Crossroads United Methodist Church, 7901 N. Central Ave., host of the Central Farmers Market on Saturdays, which will be in full swing on this special Wednesday evening. Enjoy demonstrations by local gardening experts, farmers, dietitians, chefs and more, as well as giveaways to the first 250 people. Seminars will take place on
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Billboard decision heads to hearing A proposal to change the standard billboard located at 4711 N. 7th St. to a two-sided digital billboard was blocked by a city of Phoenix zoning administrator in early August. CBS Outdoor, owner of the billboard, has filed an appeal of that ruling and will appear before the Board of Adjustment on Thursday, Oct. 4. The meeting will begin at noon in the City Council Chambers, 200 W. Jefferson St. The billboard in question is adjacent to Urban Cookies and across the street from Xavier College Preparatory. Zoning Administrator Ray Jacobs wrote in his ruling that, “The proposal has a variety of issues that collectively fail to meet the findings for a use permit. Nothing in the proposal adequately supports the proposed location as being appropriate for a new double face digital off-premise sign.” Jacobs outlined a list of nine finding that he used to support his denial of the use permit request. Among them was the point that the billboard, when first constructed 25 years ago, was built with a substandard setback, meaning it was built much closer to 7th Street than zoning ordinance required at that time. “Past mistakes do not have to be reinforced,” Jacobs commented. In addition, he agreed with many of the community speakers who felt that the digital billboard, whose “signs” would change every 8 seconds, would be a distraction to drivers on the hightraffic 7th Street, who already face the daily distraction of the reverse lane. CBS Outdoor contends that the use permit request meets all the new zoning requirements and standards set by the Phoenix City Council earlier this year regarding digital billboards. The Phoenix Board of Adjustment will have the final say on the matter.
Residents invited to planPHX events The City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department is working with the mayor, City Council and community leaders to launch planPHX, an interactive way for Phoenix residents to help decide how the city grows and changes over the next 10 years. Residents are encouraged to get involved in the update of the city’s General Plan and planning for neighbor-
hoods along the light rail line. Information about the plan can be found at www.myplanphx.com. The website serves as a new platform for community participation where residents can provide feedback, gain points and earn prizes. In addition, several community meetings will be held to discuss the proposed General Plan and to gain input from community members. Upcoming meetings include 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4 at the Sunnyslope Community Center, 802 E. Vogel Ave., and 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18 at the Washington Activity Center, 2240 W. Citrus Way.
4H Club gathers food for Desert Mission “Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat” is a door-to-door food drive sponsored by Green Team 4H Club, in conjunction with 4-H Members from across Maricopa County. This is the fifth year that Green Team, a co-ed club in North Central Phoenix for ages 9-18, has participated in this event. The group will walk in the New NorthTown neighborhood, from Northern to Alice avenues and from 7th to 12th streets. Donations will be collected Tuesday, Oct. 30 before sunset. All donated food items will be given to Desert Mission Food Bank. For more information, e-mail lively@ zoomnet.net.
Wear your PJ’s and donate some Hickman’s Family Farms and Scramble restaurant, 9832 N. 7th St., will celebrate the fourth-annual PJs & Eggs on Friday, Oct. 12. The “breakfast for dinner event” will begin at 5 p.m. to benefit Arizona’s Children Association (AzCA) foster care programs statewide. Customers who come during the special Scramble dining hours are invited to wear their pajamas and to bring a new pair of pajamas with them, any size for kids ages newborn to18. All donated pajamas will be given to children in the AzCA’s foster care programs. In return, each customer will receive a certificate for a free dozen Hickman’s eggs. If you can make it that night, the pajama collection is ongoing and will continue through the night of the event. Regular hours at Scramble are 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. For more information about PJs & Eggs, visit www.pjsandeggsaz.com.
The best photos will sell your home Most people who have shopped for a home lately understand the impact of quality pictures in marketing materialsespecially when looking at listings online. Ninety-eight percent of home buyers who searched for a home online said that photos were among the most useful features of real-estate websites, according to research from the National Association of Realtors. “Given that highly visual sites such as Pinterest have become so popular lately, pictures are beginning to take on an even greater importance,” said Kevin Crosse from Arizona Imaging, a provider of photography service to agents and brokers based in the Phoenix area. “Photography is at the center of all your marketing. It is not just documenting that there is a house for sale. You want people to say WHAT A HOUSE, and be motivated enough to take action,” said Crosse. "Most home buyers who have started the home-buying process see a lot more homes online via sites like Realtor.com, Zillow and Trulia than they ever do in person,” says Kevin Weil, a local Realtor at Williams Real Estate – Sunbelt Realty. “The brief exposure to a listing online is how most home buyers determine which ones are worth seeing.” Kevin adds that “high quality professional photos and virtual tours set those listings apart from their closest competition compared to homes with pictures taken by a point and click camera.” Based on Kevin’s experience, he says quality photography results in more showings, less market time and higher sales prices. Virtual tours have become one of the most important marketing tools for promoting a house online. Listings with photos taken by professionals have about 61 percent more views than other homes and that’s across all price tiers, according to research from Redfin, a real estate brokerage based out of Washington State. Below are listed advantages of using quality photography in virtual tours to market your home: 1. Saves time: It's a tool to help realtor and home buyer pre-qualify properties, saving everyone time. 2. Instant information: The Virtual Tour can be easily found online and provide instant information for a home buyer about the property, including
schools, location and mortgage information. 3. Used in social networking: With just one click, the virtual tour can be submitted to popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, etc. 4. Homeowner and Realtor partnership: Home sellers and their Realtors work together as active partners in marketing the house by sending out links to their social network. 5. Homebuyers prefer virtual tour: Surveys show that more than 80 percent of home buyers state they prefer to view a virtual tour when searching for a house and a tour should be interactive so the home buyer has control of what they want to view. Who pays for a virtual tour when listing with a Realtor? There isn’t a protocol to this question. Virtual tours can run from $70 to $350, depending on the size of the home and the type, such as HD Tour or HD Twilight Tour. The benefit to a homeowner of paying for their own virtual tour is they own the tour, which allows them to make changes and use it as a reminder of the home after sale. You may also split the cost…the best practice is to discuss with your Realtor their thoughts on using a virtual tour as a marketing tool for your home and then decide together who will pay for the tour. For information regarding local virtual tour companies or for a referral to an agent who uses virtual tour marketing as a business practice, contact Lisa Capes at CapesL@ctt.com.
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According to recent studies, about 75 percent of Americans identify as Christians and there are more than 16 million yoga practitioners in the United States. Today, Holy Yoga leads the booming Christian yoga movement. Other Holy Yoga classes at Living Streams, led by different instructors, take place 9:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 5:45 p.m. Thursdays. For more information about the classes at Living Streams, contact Bauer at 480-717-9553 or e-mail joann@holyyoga.net. There also are Holy Yoga classes available throughout the Valley. To find them, visit www.HolyYoga.net.
Have a laugh Another growing trend in the yoga movement is aimed more at tickling the funny bone than at making you limber enough to bend into a pretzel shape. Encanto Laughter Club founder Shelby McBride holds a free Laughter Yoga session every Saturday morning at 9 a.m. on Amp Island in Encanto Park, 1202 W. Encanto Blvd. Laughter Yoga combines yogic breathing techniques with intentional laughter exercises and plenty of playfulness to create a joyful body-mind experience and boost the immune system, McBride explains. “We use hearty sustained laughter in order to exhale more fully, and breathe in deeply to bring more oxygen to the body. “Laughter has changed my life for the better and I know it will do the same for anyone who is willing to just try,” says McBride. “I had several stress fractures in my foot from over-training for a half marathon. I limped everywhere I went, but every time I practiced laughter yoga, I could walk completely pain free for several hours afterwards.” McBride trained as a Certified Laughter Yoga Leader through Dr. Madan Kataria’s school of Laughter Yoga. Kataria is the inventor and founder of the Laughter Yoga movement. Science has shown that just 20 minutes of laughter a day increases serotonin and dopamine production in the brain, creating a so-called joy cocktail that can last all day, noticeably increasing cognitive function and creativity. “A young widow would join us occasionally and later shared with me that doing Laughter Yoga was the only thing that helped her get through her
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What a stiff For some people, the thought of going to a full yoga studio with mirrored walls and dozens of svelte, flexible people in tight yoga clothing can be more than a little intimidating. Terry Curtis, who admits she teaches at just such a studio, decided to create a class for those who just want to give yoga a try in a comfortable, casual setting. It’s come as you are with Yoga for Stiffs. “I’m always pretty stiff; that’s why I got into yoga. But some of my students are more flexible than I am,” Curtis says with a laugh. As for what inspired her to create Yoga for Stiffs, Curtis explains, “There’s a whole segment of the population that’s missing out on yoga because they feel like they can’t bend or move like that, or they don’t want to wear the spandex clothing. In my class, you come in what’s comfortable—sweats, old shorts, whatever.” Curtis teaches her Yoga for Stiffs class from 6 to 7:15 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Mind Body Spirit Center, located at 1702 E. Bethany Home Road. The center resides inside an older home converted into business space. “We practice in what was probably once the living room,” Curtis says. “It’s not a very big space, but it’s comfortable and casual. This is a safe place to try things. We don’t stand on our heads please see YOGA on page 12
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also is an adjunct professor at Arizona State University’s School of Social Work. Sinema believes the most important issue facing District 9 residents is the pathway to economic restoration. “Too many hardworking Arizona families have been hit hard by the economy of the last decade,” she says. “I worry that regular families wake up each day and are faced with the reality that they can’t make ends meet. Further, I worry that deep cuts to education in our state will put us on the wrong path in preparing tomorrow’s workforce.” In Congress, Sinema hopes to serve District 9 in the same way she did for the past seven years at the Arizona State Legislature. “In my experience, true solutions can only be accomplished when people from both sides of the aisle are willing to come together, put their politics and careers aside and work for the families they represent,” she says. “During my time at the legislature I was able to work with Republicans to
pass a number of bills that ultimately created jobs, protected families, increased public safety and prevented cuts from education. I plan to do the same in our nation’s Congress.” If elected, Sinema says she will focus on creating a stronger economy in Arizona and nationally. “Congress needs to take a serious look at creating an environment that rewards the hard work and innovation in our own backyard,” she says. “I believe that it’s wrong to waste taxpayer dollars on tax giveaways for corporations that ship jobs overseas or across the border.” For more information, visit http://kyrstensinema.com/.
Vernon Parker Vernon Parker, 52, has lived in Arizona for 15 years and currently resides in Paradise Valley. A small-business owner and attorney, Parker has served as both a council member and mayor of Paradise Valley, and as special assistant to President George H.W. Bush. Parker believes the key to the state and country’s economic recovery lies in job creation. “For the America econo-
my to recover, we need clarity, consistency and cash flow,” he points out. “We have an educated American workforce sitting idle, and we need to get America back to work. Parker believes that the solution is neither tax hikes nor spending cuts. “There just isn’t enough on either side of the ledger,” he says. “While we do need to spend less, our top national priority must be to get the millions of (unemployed) Americans into the workforce ASAP. “Each day that passes, American becomes a less attractive place to do business,” Parker says. “Every election cycle is met with a cataclysmic fight over tax policy, and the people are losing faith in their elected leaders. Each day that passes, interest on the national debt creates a greater burden on our children and grandchildren. Now is the time to restore our fiscal sanity.” If elected, Parker says he will make it his priority to help pass a jobs package similar to his own jobs plan. To view his plan, and for more information about Parker, visit www.vernonparker.com.
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Another major concern is that state and federal online reporting requirements are about to be changed, impacting the 2014-15 school year. “In 2014 we will require students to take online tests,” Hicks says. “That would be really hard to do in the current situation. I don’t know how that could possibly work if we don’t have the equipment.” This override comes in a presidential election year—something that’s typically avoided by school districts. MendezBenson says voters get “too much noise” with candidates bombarding voters with mailed fliers and posters on every corner. But the WESD governing board couldn’t
wait another year; the last time the computers were upgraded was in 2006. State funding has been cut to the district for the last five years, totaling nearly $44 million in lost capital funds— much of which could have been used for the new and upgraded technology needs. “If we just received the money we were supposed to receive,” says Hicks, “we wouldn’t be going to the voters.” However, the voters may be less than receptive to the override, given the continuing state of the economy. “WESD has come out in practically every year with either a bond issue or an override,” points out Ron Gawlitta, a Sunnyslope Realtor and mortgage broker who also served as a school board member for another district. Gawlitta points to the slumping economy and ever-increasing food and gas prices. “While I may personally be able to afford an increase, there are many who cannot. I feel like education is perhaps the most important thing we can do to guarantee the future but we have to be smarter about it. I don’t believe the districts have done nearly as much as they can to keep expenses down.” The Kiwanis Club of Sunnyslope, of which Gawlitta is a member and past president, has a history of supporting students in the WESD. But in this instance, Gawlitta says he personally cannot support the override. If approved by voters, the capital override will be funded through a property tax levy. The average home within WESD’s boundaries is valued at $92,000. The cost for the owner of a home of this value would be approximately $61 a year in additional taxes. The Invest in Education PAC will meet 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24 at the Sunnyslope Community Center, 802 E. Vogel Ave.
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Tips to avoid buyer’s remorse By Jim Alauria, Master Mechanic
Buyer’s remorse is that feeling of deep regret after one has made a purchase. It is very common for consumers of automotive repair services when they feel like they are forced to “take the mechanic’s word for it” because their vehicle is broken and they need it back! Here are a few tips on how to ensure you don’t have buyer’s remorse when dealing with car repairs and service. The first tip is finding the right auto repair shop. Most shops are made up of honest, hard-working people who know how to fix cars. The difference between a shop that has tremendous customer satisfaction and a shop that doesn’t has a lot to do with the way the service advisor explains the repairs to the customer. A good service advisor will talk in simple, understandable language when they are explaining the repairs needed to you. When you are at their shop, they will show you on your car or on a diagram that gives you a better understanding of the “what and why” of the repairs on your car. The key word here is “understanding.” The service advisor has to be really clear in their explanations and know that you understand exactly what you are buying why that will fix your car. So, find a shop that can explain complicated automotive technology in simple, understandable language. The second tip is to avoid comparing apples to oranges. Many people will shop around for prices but just end up being more confused. The best recommendation I can give you is tip No. 1. But if you do feel like you need to get another opinion, then take your vehicle to another shop. Don’t rely on a phone quote being accurate because 90 percent of the time the shop giving the quote over the phone is not quoting “apples to apples.” A variation of opinion, parts quality or diagnostic time can throw any numbers off. Most top repair shops will give you a basic visual inspection free of charge. Take advantage of that and from there they can give you a more accurate price/solution comparison. And the third tip is to stick to one shop for all of your car care. Car owners who bounce around from shop to shop end up spending more money and
end up having more problems in the long run. When you find a shop you trust, go to them exclusively for all your maintenance and repairs whenever possible. The reason for this is the same reason you don’t bounce from dentist to dentist––records. A shop that is seeing your vehicles two to three times per year is going to advise you on a 6-18 month outlook. They will have records of what services have been performed and what services are up and coming. And many times there may even be a warranty you can take advantage of by being loyal to that shop. All in all, the key to avoiding buyer’s remorse is trust. The key to trust in any successful relationship is based on good communication. Nobody is perfect, so when you aren’t satisfied with your shop tell them. Most top repair shops will appreciate your honesty and will go above and beyond to keep you as a loyal customer. Jim Alauria is the owner of 3A Automotive Service, 1539 W. Hatcher Road. He can be reached at 602-997-7978. The information in “Road Wise” is provided as general information only. For specific advice on your automobile, consult your auto technician.
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Keys to a healthy pet By Hillary Frank, DVM, Dipl. ABVP (avian)
Good health is something often not appreciated until it is lost. Taking good care of your pet requires more than just vaccines. A comprehensive examination at least once a year is crucial to avoid many serious health issues and to ensure your pet has a good quality of life. Preventive wellness care may include parasite control, dental care, pain management, nutrition and body condition, behavior consultation, core vaccines, and lab tests. Our pets are unable to tell us about the symptoms they are experiencing that may indicate initial stages of illness. Many pets do not show any outward signs they may be ill until they are too sick to hide their symptoms. A wellness exam will first include a consultation during which a history will be taken and you can report anything new or unusual. Next, a physical exam is conducted where major systems
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including heart, lungs, skin, and teeth are assessed for potential problems. Parasite control includes treatment and prevention of both external (fleas, ticks, mites) and internal (worms) types. These parasites commonly infest dogs and cats and they can make both pets and people seriously ill. Diseases of the mouth and teeth, if left untreated, are often painful and can contribute to other mouth problems or diseases in the rest of the body. Brushing daily, using products and diets awarded the VOHC seal helps to keep them healthy. Full dental cleanings are needed on a periodic basis just like for people. Hand scaling a pet’s teeth while awake is cosmetic only and contributes to poor health. Pain relief can speed the recovery from surgery or injury and improve the quality of life of our pets with arthritis. Pain management can include a variety of types of treatments. Anticipating pain and early intervention can help prevent the physical changes in the spinal cord and brain that cause chronic pain to be difficult to treat. Research has shown that obesity shortens a dog’s life span on average by two years. Feeding balanced diets that have passed AAFCO feeding trials for a specific life stage are more likely to result in a healthy pet. A vaccination schedule based on your individual pet’s health and potential risks is needed. Also, screening for hidden issues with a wellness profile tests your pet’s blood, stool, and urine to look for any problems that have yet to show symptoms. Recent studies have shown a nationwide decline in the frequency of regular examinations for dogs and cats, resulting in a dramatic surge in the number of pets with preventable and treatable illnesses. This includes diabetes, ear infections, intestinal worms, and dental disease. Preventive care can often catch problems early, before expensive testing and treatment is needed. These simple preventive measures can increase your pet’s quality of life and the amount of time you get to spend together. Wellness is not just focused on longevity; it is how much that life is enjoyed. Hillary Frank, DVM, Dipl. ABVP (Avian) is the owner of North Central Animal Hospital, P.C., 20 W. Dunlap Ave. She can be reached at 602-3959773 or find more information on our website www.NorthCentralAnimalHospital.com. The information in “Pet Primer” is provided as general information only. For specific advice on your pet’s health, consult your veterinarian.
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PetSmart funds PCH pet therapy program
Sadie gets along well with other cats and older kids and can tolerate a mellow dog. She is available for just a donation from the Arizona Humane Society’s Petique center at the Biltmore Fashion Park (submitted photo).
Pet of the Month Mellow Sadie could use some love, exercise Hiding behind a mask of black fur, Sadie’s golden eyes widen as they zoom in on a small ball that slowly rolls past her. The anticipation makes her wiggle her tail and hind end with excitement and moments later she leaps forward and scoops up the toy in her mouth. Tossing it across the room, the game starts all over again and she spends the next hour dribbling the toy with all four paws. The full-figured girl (who has been cooped up in a kennel since July 31) tires quickly and when she’s tuckered out she enjoys soaking up attention. She will meow and chirp happily until someone comes over to pet her. Her jelly belly rumbles when she purrs and she arches her back into every stroke when you massage her. She will deliver Eskimo kisses with her black button nose as a way of thanking you. When she has had enough attention she will simply get up and walk away to seek out a comfortable spot where she can clean her fur. Sadie is great with other cats and older kids and she will even tolerate a mellow dog; however, she will need to be introduced slowly to her new twoand four-legged roommates. She is available now for a monetary donation. For more information call 602-957-3113 or visit the Arizona Humane Society’s Petique Retail and Adoption Center located at the Biltmore Fashion Park, 24th Street and Camelback Road. Ask for animal ID number A403562.
Phoenix-based PetSmart will underwrite the animal-assisted therapy program, recently renamed Paws Can Heal, at Phoenix Children’s Hospital (PCH). The $425,000 gift from PetSmart was pledged over five years and will be used to cover the costs of equipment, supplies, research costs and the training of pet therapy teams. In 2011, more than 800 patients at PCH were visited by volunteer pets, which include 45 dogs and one cat. Pet therapy animals help young patients with rehabilitation and provide the unconditional love that only an animal can give. Research shows that patient interaction with animals provides positive physical and emotional benefits, including lowering blood pressure, decreasing heart rate and anxiety and reducing stress. The partnership also will include PetSmart’s Title sponsorship of Dine with Your Dog, the hospital’s main annual fundraising event for Paws Can Heal, which PetSmart sponsored for the first time in 2012.
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5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6 Arizona School for the Arts 1410 N. 3rd St. Sit under the stars in the courtyard commons, enjoy food from Taqueria Guadalajara and the early fall weather. For ages 21 and older only. Tickets are $25 each and include dinner, dessert and one adult beverage. Additional beverages may be purchased. No charge for nonalcoholic beverages. Complimentary valet parking. For more information and tickets, visit http://asafallfiesta.brown papertickets.com.
Mercado Cultural Hispano Thursday, Oct. 11 Phoenix College, Pastor Plaza 1202 W. Thomas Road 602-285-7231 Visit the Mercado Cultural Hispano (Hispanic Cultural Market) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the Feria del Oso, where you can release your inner child with traditional Hispanic games and food, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The events, which are part of Phoenix College’s Hispanic Heritage Month, are free and open to the public.
Paper Shredding/Electronic Recycling Fundraiser 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 White Dove Thrift Shoppe 5035 N. 7th Ave. 623-748-8480 Clear out old paperwork and electronic hardware while protecting your identity, helping the environment and donating to Hospice of the Valley. Paper shredding cost is $5 per box or bag; hard drive destruction is $10 each. Services provided by ABCO Recycling & Shredding Services.
‘Urban Farming’ Discussion 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 Arizona Science Center 600 E. Washington St. 602-716-2000 A free lecture on urban agriculture, presented by North Central’s own permaculture specialist, Greg Peterson of the Urban Farm. The event will include garden planting activities. Admission to the Arizona Science Center is free for attending the lecture only. For more information, visit www.azscience.org.
‘An Evening of Goodwill’ 5:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 Mummy Mountain at Camelback Inn 5402 E. Lincoln Drive The event includes a barbecue dinner, silent auction and raffle and the presentation of honors to the Youth and Adult Participants and Employer and Business Partners of the Year. Tickets are $125 each or $225 per couple. Proceeds benefit Goodwill. For tickets or more information, visit www.eveningofgoodwill az.org or email Courtney Nelson at Courtney.Nelson@goodwillaz.org.
Community Sale 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 Beatitudes Agelink 1548 W. Glendale Ave. 602-433-6141 Find bargains of new and gently used items while supporting this nonprofit child development center that services children from birth through pre-kindergarten. Donations of items for the sale also are welcome; tax receipts provided.
Arizona’s Ultimate Women’s Expo 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 13-14 Phoenix Convention Center 100 N. 3rd St. 866-618-3434 Featuring keynote speakers Wynonna Judd and Meghan McCain, more than 500 shopping booths and pampering and rejuvenation. Admission includes complimentary spa services, including free makeovers, haircuts, manicures, massages and facials. Attendees will enjoy a full schedule of speakers on four stages, book signings and cooking and design demonstrations. Admission is $8 with a discount ticket downloaded from www.azwomensexpo.com and includes all speakers, seminars, demonstrations and cooking shows, complimentary makeovers, gourmet food, wine and spirits, samples, and much more.
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AAUW hosts DuVal 6:30 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 16 Beatitudes Luther Life Center 1616 W. Glendale Ave. 602-510-1544 The American Association of University Women hosts Fred DuVal, recent chair of the Arizona Board of Regents, who will speak on “Education and the American Economy: The Tipping Point.” Visitors are welcome. An optional dinner ($13) will be served at 5:30 p.m. RSVP for the dinner by Oct. 12. The program begins at 6:30.
Sanctuary Choir Rummage Sale Oct. 19-20 Central United Methodist Church 1875 N. Central Ave. 602-258-8048 The Central United Methodist Church Sanctuary Choir hosts a rummage sale from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days. Use the parking lot off Palm Lane.
Phoenix Writers Club 12-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 Bluewater Grill 1720 E. Camelback Road Dan Davis, host, writer and producer of Channel 3’s “Highroads,” will speak. Luncheon cost is $15 for members and $20 for guests. Reservations must be made by Thursday, Oct. 18. RSVP to neeliepubl@aol.com with Phoenix Writers Club in the subject line. Members and the public are welcome.
OSA Orchid Show & Sale Oct. 20-21 Arizona State Veterans Home 4141 N. 3rd St. 602-803-6889 The event includes an array of hundreds of orchids for sale, free educational materials, orchid-growing supplies, door prizes, raffle items, free refreshments and entertainment. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.3 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. Visit www.orchidsocietyaz.org.
“pink things.” Follow the signs for the “Pink Ribbon Sale” or donate at www.the3day.org for team highbeamz, participant no: 6480968, event no: 1760.
Girl Scout Alumnae Mixer 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21 Heard Museum 2301 N. Central Ave. 602-452-7093 Share your memories with fellow Girl Scouts as they celebrate the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouting in the United States and hear what is happening today at the Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council. Tickets are $30/person, which includes admission to the museum, light buffet and commemorative gift. RSVP by Oct. 10 to Nancy Knoche at nknoche@girlscoutsaz.org.
The Phoenix Cotillion Fall Fashion Show 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21 Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center 7700 E. McCormick Parkway cdries1@cox.net The fall fashion show is themed “New York Lights” and sponsored by please see CALENDAR on page 18
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Pink Ribbon Sale 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 21 Private home, Glendale and 10th avenues 602-818-3386 A fundraiser for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation hosted by Holly Newton, who currently is fighting breast cancer herself. There will be food available for purchase, face painting, clothing, furniture, arts and crafts and
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Dillards. High school girls who are members get in for free; tickets for mothers and other guests are $75 each. Junior and senior members who purchase three or more tickets can model in the show. Visit www.phoenixcotillion.com.
Heard Museum Shop Annual Fall Sale October 26-28 Heard Museum 2301 N. Central Ave. This twice-yearly shopping event offers discounts on authentic Native American artwork. Almost everything from katsina dolls and jewelry to baskets, textiles, pottery and fine art will be 10-percent off. Visit www.heard.org.
The Phoenix Boys Choir 2012 Fall Gala 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Steele Indian School Park Memorial Hall 300 E. Indian School Road 602-264-5328 The gala honors Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton and his wife, Nicole, for their commitment to the arts in Phoenix and the Phoenix Boys Choir. The evening includes a cocktail reception and silent auction. Valley jazz legend Dennis Rowland performs with the Phoenix Boys Choir Tour Choir. Attire is cocktail. Tickets are $150 each. Visit www.phoenixboyschoir.com.
Haunted Halloween Night Flight Golf 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 Palo Verde Golf Course 6215 N. 15th Ave. 602-249-9930 The nine-hole course will be lined
with glow lights and players receive a glow necklace and glow ball. Each foursome will receive a flashlight to wave up the next foursome; golfers walk or pull a cart. This four-person scramble includes prizes and a goodie bag for each player. Cost is $100 per foursome; pre-registration required. Visit http://phoenix.gov/golf for more information.
Brophy College Preparatory Fashion Show 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6 Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom, Arizona Biltmore Resort 2400 E. Missouri Ave. 602-790-8278 Proceeds directly benefit Brophy students who qualify for financial aid. Brophy again is partnering with Saks Fifth Avenue, showcasing the best of Saks men & women’s fashions. The event includes a raffle, prizes and a luncheon. Brophy students close the show with a special presentation and participate at the Fashion Show by engaging guests and selling raffle tickets. Luncheon Seating is $125; Preferred Seating is $185, and Runway Seating is $300. Contact Colleen Edwards at cedwards@carefreevresorts.com.
St. Mary’s Grade School 60th Reunion 12-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11 Dillon’s on Top of Central 8525 N. Central Ave. This is an informal gathering over lunch, allowing former students of St. Mary’s Elementary to gather and reminisce. A set menu will offer a few selections for ordering. Cost is $15 per person. RSVP requested. For more information, call Nancy Jo Schmit at 602861-8051.
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