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Payson presses Forest Service for land sale by
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Payson has launched the rezoning of a 253-acre Forest Service parcel on which it plans to build a 6,000-student university. The rezoning would limit use of the land to educational purposes, which would include spin-off facilities crucial to the financing of the campus. The move comes as the Rim Country Educational Alliance and the Rim Country Educational Foundation wait for a final purchase agreement from the Forest Service. The Alliance wants to close escrow on the property before the $4.1 million, independent appraisal expires in July. See Payson rezoning, page 2A
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Business Showcase hits the high notes
The Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce, Steve Coury Ford, Star Valley and others sponsored the annual Business Showcase this weekend, for the first time at a new location. The event included free food, a chance to meet dozens of local business owners, therapy horses, drawings, and even this appearance by Native Air, the medical air ambulance service. For more pictures see page 2A.
Payson commission shake-up Council dumps planning incumbents by
Alexis Bechman
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The Payson Town Council elected to place three new members on the Planning and Zoning Commission Thursday instead of re-appointing several members who wanted to continue, disappointing several residents who said it was a “grave mistake.” The council recently merged the Design Review Board with the Planning and Zoning Commission in part to expedite the building process for new businesses. Four members of the seven-member Planning and Zoning Commission are in the middle of their terms, while commission Chairman Jeff Loyd, Vice Chairman John Swenson and mem-
ber Scott Helmer’s terms ended in December. Instead of re-appointing the men right away, the council asked them to wait, anticipating the merger of the two boards. Loyd, Swenson and Helmer told the council they wanted to continue on with Planning and Zoning. Vice Mayor Michael Hughes, tasked with reviewing and nominating commission members, recommended appointing Design Review Board member Barbara Underwood, business owner Jennifer Smith and Pinnacle Propane operations manager Eric Martindale instead. Hughes said it was a difficult decision, but he wanted to give new people the chance to serve.
Several residents spoke out against the decision at Thursday’s council meeting. John Wakelin said while he had nothing against Underwood, Smith or Martindale, he opposed getting rid of the current Planning and Zoning members and their wealth of experience. Helmer joined Planning and Zoning in 2014 to finish out another commission member’s term. Mayor Kenny Evans asked him to serve. Wakelin said getting rid of Helmer after asking him to serve was disappointing. Lew Levenson said he was upset the council had not taken into account public input and accused them of See Planning, page 2A
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Payson has started the process of rezoning a 253acre Forest Service parcel for a university.
Judge Cahill retires Alexis Bechman
Cahill’s replacement. Cahill hopes that selection comes before he leaves in two After a 40-year legal months. He thinks it will career in Gila County, likely be a new judge. Superior Court Judge Peter Cahill, 66, first moved to Cahill told the Roundup Globe in 1975. He laid down Monday he is retiring. roots after spending most of June 30 will mark Cahill’s his childhood moving from last day on the bench as the town to town because his division I judge. father was in the Army. Cahill made his first trip In Globe, Cahill setto Payson as a legal aid in tled into the communi1975 and went on to win four ty and stayed even when elections for the Superior “If I did not love Gila his wife, Terry Chandler, Court seat. was appointed a judge in For the past 12 years County so much, I the Pima County Superior Cahill has served as the would have left 20 Court. Superior Court judge in years ago.” “If I did not love Gila Globe and Payson, handling County so much, I would Peter Cahill a mix of cases, including Superior Court judge have left 20 years ago,” he criminal, juvenile, civil and said. adoptions. When she retired He graduated from the University of two years ago, Cahill thought seriously Notre Dame in 1970, and in 1973, from the of retirement. Cahill said he has grown New England School of Law. weary of all the time on the road, travelCahill’s current term is up in 2016, but ing back and forth to Payson, Globe and he said he decided to leave early to spend Tucson and wants to devote more time more time with his family. Governor Doug Ducey will appoint See Judge Cahill, page 2A
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Rim Country students show a surprising flare for science Rural regional schools hold their own against Valley competitors Michele Nelson
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Maybe it’s because we have more streams running through Rim Country than anywhere else in Arizona or maybe it’s because the skies are so clear that every star glows or maybe it’s all the ranches, but this year, Rim Country students flexed their scientific muscles to triumph over many Valley schools in the Arizona Science and Engineering Fair. Rim Country Middle School and PineStrawberry Elementary School teachers THE WEATHER
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had an impressive number of students place at AzSEF, held in the Phoenix Convention Center April 7-9 — but that was after the students placed in both the district and county science fairs. “This year with 27 students and 16 projects qualifying by placing first at the Gila County Science Fair, we felt we were in good position to win more than one award,” said Carm Locke, seventhand eighth-grade science teacher. “Four projects and nine students placed and two projects won other awards.” All of these awards surprised the students, said sixth-grade teacher Christian Cleary. “They were so shocked. We found out before who won, but we didn’t know what they won. So, we called parents so they could come down, but it was a surprise for the students!” she said.
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Middle school students from Rim Country spent months working on a fascinating array of science projects. It paid off at a statewide competition with 27 students qualifying, with nine students winning awards at the state level. Locke said the students had all year to put together their projects and more than ever participated. “Some were started in August in the after-school Science Fair Club. Others
started in October,” she said. “(Yet), this is the most ever. We started qualifying for state several years ago with fifth grade from (Julia Randall Elementary) which was the only school with a science
fair at that point. Last year, we began a science fair at RCMS for the first time in many years. It used to be one of
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After that, he plans to relocate to Tucson, where his wife and her family reside. Voters recently elected Tim Wright to the Gila County bench, taking over for Judge Robert Duber, who retired last year. He had served in Gila County for 28 years. With two senior judges leaving, Cahill said he is not worried because Wright is “doing such a good job” and he is confident whoever
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Service had originally planned to keep the roughly 30 acres that included the vehicle maintenance site. The two sides are now discussing a separate sale that would include that extra 30 acres, but that should not affect sale of the larger, 253-acre site. The agreement also requires the Alliance to provide various road and utility easements. That includes an easement to extend Mud Springs Road for 1,475 feet, with a width of 32 feet. Another easement would extend Granite Dells Road for 2,222 feet, with a width of 66 feet. Finally, the sales agreement requires the Alliance to complete all data recovery, field work and data analysis of archaeological sites on the property identified in an earlier environmental assessment. However, the sale can close while the consultants are still working on the final report on their findings, according to the sales agreement. The Foundation has said that it has the money in hand to open escrow, including a required $540,000 maximum payment to cover the cost of the archaeological work. The consultant has estimated it will probably only cost $200,000 to excavate around an area where the initial survey found pieces of pottery and indications of a possible, centuries-old seasonal campsite. However, the Forest Service wanted the extra money guaranteed in case the consultants find something significant when they start digging. The Forest Service has also been asked whether it would be possible to leave the site undisturbed and instead use the $200,000 to fund excavation of Goat Camp Ruins, a major settlement just down the road from the university site on Tyler Parkway. Payson owns the site but has no money to excavate it. The Rim Country Archaeological Society under the direction of former Tonto National Forest Archaeologist Scott Wood has been working to excavate the site with volunteer labor. They say the Goat Camp site has far more scientific value than the site on the Forest Service parcel, which consists of pottery scatters that may mark a seasonal campsite on a ridge the Alliance has no plans to disturb when it builds the campus. Bosworth said the proposal has potential, but didn’t know if it would be possible to write in such a mitigation plan at this point. However, such a plan could not only save a major archaeological site comparable to Shoofly Ruins, but knock months off the land sale process.
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The Forest Service has already provided an “intention” to issue a purchase agreement, but is awaiting final approval from the agency’s lawyers in the regional and national offices. Payson Mayor Kenny Evans said the town has launched the rezoning effort to reassure the Forest Service plans will move quickly once it approves the sale. The rezoning also makes the property less valuable for other uses. Evans said the Planning Commission will consider the rezoning request on May 4 and the Town Council on May 21. “We’re saying to them, ‘We’re going to zone this for an educational use — here’s the evidence. If you don’t have a purchase agreement, then rezoning will diminish the value of your property.’” Tonto National Forest Supervisor Neil Bosworth said the direct sales agreement depends on the use of the land for educational purposes. “We got direct sale authority for it to be an educational institution — so the one thing that I want to make sure is that’s still the case.” The Forest Service has already completed the eagerly awaited final draft of a sales agreement for a 253-acre parcel on which the Rim Country Educational Alliance wants to build a university campus. Bosworth said he has approved the purchase agreement and is just awaiting final clearance from the agency’s lawyers before opening escrow. “Looking at what kind of language we can put there that can describe the intent to be an educational institution without impeding any kind of progress.” Bosworth said he saw no difficulties with the proposed sale agreement, despite last-minute efforts to provide for a shared title by the Alliance set up to push forward the project and the Foundation, set up to raise money for the project. The Alliance board approved the shared title arrangement in an effort to restore partnership between the two groups. Payson and Star Valley set up the Alliance to buy the land and manage the project, at least in its initial stages. The Mogollon Health Alliance set up the Foundation to raise money for the project. The Mogollon Health Alliance is currently in the final stages of negotiations with Banner
Health Systems for a merger that would turn over management of Payson Regional Medical Center to Banner — which also operates all of the University of Arizona’s health care facilities. Banner is the largest health care operator in the state. Although the final terms of the merger have not been finalized, it would apparently provide MHA with far more money than it needs to fund the land purchase and do the archaeological work. The agreement calls for the Alliance to eventually repay the money fronted for the land purchase, which the Foundation would then use for scholarships and other programs intended to keep the cost of attending the Payson campus much lower than other state campuses in the state. Foundation President Richard Johnson said the Foundation also has other sources of money to raise the $4.2 million purchase price. Once the Alliance has the land, it plans to conclude negotiations with Arizona State University or perhaps some other university partner to strike a final deal and start construction as soon as possible. The merger with Banner, with its close relationship with the University of Arizona, raises the intriguing possibility that the state’s two largest universities would each have programs on the campus. Disputes over where to put the college and how to go about buying the land stalled the project for several months, due to deep divisions between the Alliance and the Foundation. When the Alliance found it could not raise the money for the land purchase without the Foundation, several Alliance board members resigned and the Payson Town Council decided not to reappoint then-chairwoman Mary Kastner. The reconstituted Alliance board quickly agreed to share title with the Foundation and consult the MHA-appointed Foundation board on its plans for the university. The resolution of the problems between the Alliance and the Foundation shifted the initiative back to the Forest Service, which has been working on the purchase agreement since December. The draft of the purchase agreement includes a requirement that the Alliance will abide by federal laws concerning any hazardous substances on the property, although the environmental assessment found no such problems. The Forest Service did operate a vehicle repair area on the site, but the Forest
rushing the agenda item though. Hughes said the town had notified all of the DRB members and three Planning and Zoning members, asking if they wanted to continue serving. Only Underwood, from the Design Review Board, indicated she wanted to join Planning and Zoning. While Loyd, Swenson and Helmer from Planning and Zoning said they would continue, community members Smith, Martindale and Dale Richard Kasl also applied to serve. Hughes said since they were merging the boards, he gave pref-
erential consideration to existing DRB members. When only Underwood expressed interest in serving, Hughes knew he had two seats to fill. He recommended going with Smith and Martindale because “year after year we ask people to put applications in because we need people. “These two people stepped up and they have been very patient,” he said. “It came down really to, OK, I have one now of the three so who do I pick who do I not pick and yet we have had all this hard time getting people to volunteer and we got two people.”
The council approved Hughes’ recommendations. Only newly elected Councilor Chris Higgins voted against the appointments. He said he wanted to table the issue so the council could consider reappointing Loyd, Swenson and Helmer. That died for lack of a second. “My job is to look and review and to the best of my ability bring forth the names that I am recommending to the rest of the council and it is up to rest of the council to vote up or down,” Hughes said after the council meeting. Evans said he had nothing to do with the appointments. The
mayor used to make the recommendations, but the council four years ago accepted Evans’ suggestion the task go instead to the vice mayor. “We owe a debt of gratitude to Jeff (Loyd), but how long is long enough?” Evans said, pointing to Loyd’s nine years on the commission. Loyd said in an email that he wanted to continue serving and the council’s vote Thursday was a grave disservice to Payson. Hughes said recommending the commission members had not been an easy task and he would gladly give the responsibility to another council member.
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A program on heroin treatment opportunities and available community resources for both addicts and their families is at 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 21 at the Payson Town Council Chambers, 303 N. Beeline Highway. The Payson Police Department hosts the program, which is a follow-up to an earlier community meeting where the extent of the area’s heroin problem was discussed.
At the Mazatzal Casino
There’s always something happening at the Mazatzal Hotel & Casino, located on Highway 87 at milepost 251. For more information, call 1-800-777-PLAY (7529). • Watch UFC World Championships Saturday, April 25 in the Apache Spirits Lounge: Dillashaw vs Barao 2 and Johnson vs Horiguchi. • Service Industry Night: Let Us Serve You April 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. Win up to $250 cash! Earn 10 Base Points & Receive $10 Maz Cash! • Hogs Gone Off-Roading Ranger & RZR Giveaway: Earn tickets through May 2. Two Grand Prize Drawings. Drawings are May 1 and May 2 starting at 6 p.m. $11K cash prizes on drawing nights! • Let’s “Maz” a Deal: Every Tuesday in May Hot Seats every hour from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. $14,000 up for grabs!
Free clothing distribution
Kaitie’s Closet is a non-profit 501(c) 3 organization collecting clothes for distribution free to those in need in Rim Country. Everyone in Rim Country needing children’s clothes is welcome to the next distribution. Kaitie’s Closet’s last distribution this semester will be from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday, April 22 at Rim Country Middle School, 304 S. Meadow. Organizers would like to take this opportunity to thank the community for the monetary and clothing donations made this past school year, and look forward to continuing to provide for the community starting in July. Parents, be sure and bring your children to receive new shoes at this distribution.
Blood drive
Job skills workshop
Rim Country Literacy is holding a job skills information workshop from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 22 at the Literacy Office, 103 E. Aero Dr., behind the Pinon Café. Adults will be able to get tips about applying for a job during this free workshop. Please register by calling (928) 4687257. Space is limited.
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Classic car enthusiasts will swarm to town this weekend for the annual Beeline Cruise-in hosted by Rim Country Classic Auto Club. The event kicks off with a parade cruise around Payson Friday afternoon, then the big show takes place in Green Valley Park Saturday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. The park will be filled with beautiful antique, vintage and classic cars, plus there will be vendors, raffles and more. Pick up a free copy of this week’s Rim Review for more information.
Meeting on coming fire season
A meeting of area fire chiefs to discuss the coming fire season is from 9 a.m. to noon, Thursday, April 23 at the county yard in Star Valley. Gila County District One Supervisor Tommie Martin will have donuts, fruit, coffee, etc. available for participants. If you have questions, please call Martin’s office and talk to Cheryl Sluyter at (928) 474-7100.
‘Atlas Shrugged’ screening continues
The Payson Tea Party will screen the second of three parts of the film “Atlas Shrugged” from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, April 23 at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260.
Kiwanis scholarships
The Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country is now accepting applications for scholarships from graduating high school seniors. These scholarships are given to seniors who will be attending college in the fall of 2015. Applications and information may be obtained at Payson High School and Payson Center for Success. Applicants can also email Kiwanis at zanegreykiwanis@yahoo. com for further information. The application can also be found on the
A blood drive is planned from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, April 27 at the Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane in Payson. To make an appointment call (928) 9510863 or 1-877-UBS-HERO (1-877-827-4376) or visit www.BloodHero.com (enter your city or zip code).
Kiwanis website — www.zanegreykiwanis. com. The deadline for applications is Friday, April 24. Mail them to Kiwanis Scholarships, P.O. Box 2507, Payson, AZ 85547.
Student Centered Health Fair
There will be a Student Centered Health Fair from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, April 24 at the Julia Randall Elementary gym. The event is free and informative for all ages. Learn about the Native Air Helicopter; “Up In The Air” Yo Yo and Juggling Club; there will be free rock climbing, face painting, fruit wraps, smoothies, Zumba, yoga and much more. For more information, contact Judy Perham at judy.perham@pusd.com or (928) 472-5837.
Beeline Cruise-In
The 22nd Annual Rim Country Classic Auto Club’s Beeline Cruise-In Charity Car Show is at 8 a.m., Saturday, April 25 in Green Valley Park. Come out to see a tremendous collection of antique, vintage and classic automobiles from all over Arizona and the Southwest. The big show will be preceded by a parade cruise around Payson the afternoon
Annual Film Festival
The Payson Chapter of Amnesty International will present its annual film festival Saturday, April 25. This year’s theme is “Environmental Rights are Human Rights!” and features an afternoon of documentary film shorts, conversation and action. The theme was selected in commemoration of Earth Day 2015. Members of the Payson Chapter of Amnesty International invite Rim residents and visitors to attend a free mini film festival exploring how human rights are inextricably linked to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment. The Third Annual Human Rights Film Festival will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Payson United Methodist Church, 414 N. Easy St. The event includes six thought-provoking short film clips addressing challenges to a sustainable environment, water as a human right and environmental links to cancer. The High Country Xeriscape Council of Arizona, Payson Community Garden and other local groups will be participating in the event. The film fest is open to everyone free of
“Saxophobia.” The presentation offered audiences a glimpse at some of the most unusual saxophones ever manufactured and paid tribute to legendary jazz artists who contributed to the development of jazz and popularity of the saxophone. SAXsational is Verdi’s latest musical project. He will explore a repertoire of classic melodies including swing and jazz standards, movie and television hits and pop favorites. Hear a tiny curved sopranino, the smallest sax, up to a tall 6-foot contrabass, the largest in the world and virtually everything in between.
Community Yard Sale
The Community Yard Sale sponsored by Community Presbyterian Church, is from 7 a.m. to noon, Saturday, May 16. This is a great one-stop shopping experience featuring numerous vendors. Currently organizers are looking for vendors. Spaces fill up fast, so reserve a space today. For just $10 for a 10-foot-by-19-foot space vendors can make a great profit from many shoppers coming to one site without all the hassle. The church will be open for restrooms and drinking fountain. All proceeds from this event go to our Deacons Assistance Program that serves families in need in the Rim Country with financial assistance for utilities, rent, prescriptions, and our food pantry. We work closely with St. Vincent de Paul to offer our citizens help when needed six days a week. The Community Yard Sale will be at 800 W. Main St. (corner of Oak and Main). Reserve a space by calling the office at (928) 474-2059.
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The Rim Country Republican Club will meet Monday, April 27 at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson. Members and guests may gather at 11 a.m. to order lunch and to socialize. Beginning at 11:30 a.m., County Attorney Bradley Beauchamp will speak. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call Nancy Cox at (928) 472-1172 for more information.
GCC Cosmetology program meeting
There will be a special meeting for area residents interested in enrolling in the Payson Gila Community College cosmetology program at 6 p.m., Tuesday, April 28. The call for admissions program is in room 111. At this meeting, students will learn details of the cosmetology program and possible start dates. No reservation required. For more information, call (928) 468-8039 or stop by the campus at 201 N. Mud Springs Rd., Payson.
SAXsational
Join the Tonto Community Concert Association members at the final concert of the 2014-15 season with SAXsational at 7 p.m., Thursday, April 30 in the Payson High School Auditorium. In 2008 Rob Verdi introduced audiences to an exciting new show entitled
The Pine Strawberry Fuel Reduction program will have a fund-raising event from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, May 16 at the Strawbeary Bear Restaurant in Strawberry. The event features a barbecue, live music, raffle and art sale/auction, the FireWise trailer and one of the PS Fire Department’s engines. The cost is $20 per person, which buys a barbecue rib dinner with fries and coleslaw. Donations will be accepted from those unable to attend; mail them to PSFR, P.O. Box 67, Pine, AZ 85544. To help with the event as a volunteer or contribute something for the raffle or art items, contact Barbara Huber, (623) 910-0886.
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Tuesday • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Learn about heroin treatment programs and help for both addicts and their families: 7 p.m., Payson Town Hall council chambers
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• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Free clothing distribution: 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Rin Country Middle School • Job skills workshop: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Rim Literacy office, 103 E. Aero, behind Pinon Cafe
• Fire season meeting: 9 a.m. to noon, county yard, Star Valley • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • Moose Lodge Dinner Special: 5 p.m., Highway 260 in Star Valley
• Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Pine Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Rim Country Museum: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 700 Green Valley Pkwy. • Pine/Strawberry Museum: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pine Community Center • American Legion Fish Fry: Noon-8 p.m., American Legion • Student Health Fair: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Julia Randall Elementary gym
• Beeline Cruise-In Charity Car Show: 8 a.m., Green Valley Park • Film Festival: “Environmental Rights are Human Rights”, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Payson United Methodist Church, 414 N. Easy Street, hosted by the Payson Chapter of Amnesty International • Pine Library: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Payson Public Library: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Looking ahead April 27 • Blood drive: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Church, 507 W. Wade Lane, Payson • William Ahrendt speaks at Pine Library Friends, 1 p.m., Isabelle Hunt Memorial Library activity building (behind Pine Cultural Hall) April 30 • TCCA hosts SAXsational: 7 p.m. at Payson High School Auditorium
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• April 21, 1816: Charlotte Bronte, the only one of three novelist Bronte sisters to live past age 31, is born. Charlotte’s two older sisters died of illness while at Clergy Daughter’s School. The grim institution found its way into her masterpiece “Jane Eyre” (1847). • April 22, 1934: George “Baby Face” Nelson kills Special Agent W. Carter Baum during an FBI raid in northern Wisconsin. The famed gangster was born Lester Gillis but wanted to be known as Big George Nelson. Unfortunately for him, his youthful looks led everyone to call him “Baby Face.” • April 20, 1980: The Castro regime announces that all Cubans wishing to emigrate to the U.S. are free to board boats at the port of Mariel west of Havana, launching the Mariel Boatlift. The first of 125,000 Cuban refugees from Mariel reached Florida the next day. • April 19, 1987: The last California condor known to be in the wild was captured and placed in a breeding program at the San Diego Wild Animal Park.
We’ve been scratching our heads, trying to figure out the latest brouhaha about the planning commission. Seems that the terms of Chairman Jeff Loyd, Vice Chairman John Swenson and commissioner Scott Helmer all expired in December. Mindful of the need to encourage citizen participation in something as vital as the town’s boards and commissions, Vice Mayor Michael Hughes solicited applications from citizens willing to serve. Normally, it’s hard to find people willing to put in all that time and energy to make recommendations to the town council the councilors can easily ignore. But not only did Loyd, Swenson and Helmer all want to continue serving, at least three other candidates also applied — including Payson School Board member and former planning commissioner Barbara Underwood. So the council on Hughes’ recommendation booted the incumbents and put in the three newbies. Council members offered no criticism of the incumbents — but said the commission needs fresh blood. Besides, they want folks to get involved. Well, we’re not sure the whole shuffle passes the sniff test, especially in the current climate. Please note, the council also recently eliminated the design review board, on the grounds that it might slow down project approvals. Now, we might have just squinted at the rationales and let it pass. But as it turns out, the planning commission members replaced not so long ago sat through hearings on a controversial plan to put an ammunition manufacturing plant out in Granite Dells. Now, lots of folks got pretty upset about the idea of a bullet making operation setting up in the middle of one of the prettiest places in Payson. But we could imagine all kinds of ways the facility could actually dramatically improve access to the area for hikers and bikers. Still, the critics raised a lot of good questions — as did the planning commissioners. Payson must patiently answer all those questions to build support for the project. So we hope this poorly explained shuffle of the planning commission isn’t really an attempt to stifle hard questions. We believe that this year Payson will turn a corner, with C.C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) water on the way, a final deal on a university campus imminent and the building industry finally showing signs of life. We have welcomed all those projects and prayed for the turnaround. But if the town council punishes people who ask tough questions, we could soon find ourselves right back in that debilitating family fight about growth that dominated Payson’s politics before the recession.
He ever sought justice We were grieved to learn of the planned retirement of Gila County Superior Court Judge Peter Cahill. This fearless public servant with a sharp mind, a skeptical eye and a kind heart has spent 40 years in the service of the residents of Gila County — including four terms on the superior court bench. His term ends in 2016, but he has resolved to quit in June to spend more time with his family and seek a more peaceful and balanced life. He plans to move to Maine and watch the waves break against the shore. Lord knows, he has earned his rest. He moved to Globe in 1975, after a restless childhood as an Army brat. He stayed at his post in Globe even after his wife was appointed as a judge in Tucson. He resigned himself to the endless round of driving between Globe and Payson and Tucson, anchored by his duty and his lifetime quest for justice. He has made his enemies, confronted his critics and absorbed some blows. Even in the best of times, a judge must confront cruelty and tragedy and the heartbreaking waste of lives that confronts the judicial system. He never hardened his heart — but also remained skeptical and stern. He understood both human frailty and the human capacity for redemption. Of course, in the past two years, sad and needless confrontations with the Gila County Attorney’s office have poisoned the atmosphere in many Gila County courtrooms. For months, some prosecutors refused to try cases in front of Cahill, who had rejected plea bargains and objected to rude behavior. Cahill says that has nothing to do with his decision to leave early — and we believe him. He’s too much of a fighter, too conscious of his duty, to yield to intimidation. He’s proven that in his long service. Peter Cahill has served the people of this county with honor, compassion and insight. He has stood for the right and sought justice, which will break the heart of a saint and defy the wisdom of a Solomon. Nonetheless, he has ever sought the right and loved the law. We shall sore miss him.
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Return of the swallows Editor Spring is here and the swallows are returned to Green Valley Park. I saw a large flock checking the eaves of one of the buildings by the lake yesterday. We should all be aware, and particularly those whose property is adjacent to the lakes that the “Federal Migratory Birds Act” makes it a federal offense to destroy the nests and/or eggs of migratory birds. Swallows are migratory. Len Cox
Lawmakers irresponsible Editor: Astute readers who understand the impact of the governor’s onslaught against public education must be quite startled by the incredible cuts imposed against the education of children in our local communities. Our school district will lose $600,000 in educational funds. Why? Because the local Republican legislators who are supposed to fight for their constituents reneged on their duty and abandoned their responsibility. These Republicans are Rep. Brenda Barton, Rep. Bob Thorpe and Sen. Sylvia Allen, all of whom voted in favor of cannibalizing the education of our children. Such a betrayal of the duty to represent will weigh heavily against local students and educators. All of this could have been avoided if our local legislators had pushed for other solutions to stabilize the budget. Instead, they never resisted the proposed cuts in any way. Following the orders of their party leaders they cruelly abandoned their own constituents: they voted to allow state funds to be allocated for other less critical political purposes. This is politics at its worst and a shameful lack of respect when elected officials abandon their own constituents. Next time you vote, remember that it was Brenda Barton, Bob Thorpe and Sylvia Allen who reneged on their responsibility to protect our children. They failed to represent their own constituents. It was Barton, Thorpe and Allen who allowed this horrible situation to take place, even though they could have fought to oppose it. Shame on them. Raymond Spatti
Real facts about climate change Editor: Mr. Welge’s letter to the editor (April 7, 2015) “Where has Goofy gone,” with the exception of his view on cornbased ethanol, is mostly name-calling and unsubstantiated opinion. The world is getting warmer. Glaciers are receding and worldwide average temperatures are rising as greenhouse gases rise in the atmosphere. (Search Wikipedia for “Climate Change” for worldwide documentation.) As for receding glaciers, view the documentary “Chasing Ice,” available on Netflix or on your computer at chasingice.com Mr Welge says “... do you still believe in climate change? It must be a freezing one at present.” He is confusing recent Eastern U.S. weather with worldwide climate change (global warming). That we have had some cold winters recently in the U.S. is local weather not climate change. The fact that worldwide average high temperatures and average low temperatures are both increasingly higher is climate science from thousands of monitoring stations worldwide. According to the intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change it is “extremely likely” (95-100 percent probability per the panel’s definition) that human influence was the
dominant cause of global warming between 1951 and 2010. Mr. Welge states “... there is a climate change and its been going on for at least 4 billion years, cold to hot, hot to cold for some time now ...” This argument is one of the 10 most used myths to deny global warming. According to www.skepticalscience.com “Humans today are emitting prodigious quantities of CO2 at a rate faster than even the most destructive climate changes in earth’s past.” The writer also says, “Take CO2 — it’s been around Mother Earth for years, without it we would not be able to grow any food.” Yes, plants do need CO2 to live and grow. However, they are no longer able to take up the prodigious excess of CO2 that humans are producing. By continuing to drill, drill, drill, extract, frack, burn and pollute we are destroying our planet. We are pursuing an irresponsible unsustainable way of life. Jerry Wala
Enjoyed the Rich Henry story Editor: The article on Mr. Rich Henry was just wonderful. I live in Prescott and fly into Payson all the time. I always eat at the Crosswinds and buy a pie. What a wonderful heritage. Thanks for the enlightenment. Mike Coligny ATP/MCFI N7988Y
Communists support free education Editor: Unschooling and home schooling have always been a core tradition of the Republican Party. This is why we have the best progressive freedom-based home-schooling laws in Arizona. Read the enlightening book “Teenager Liberation Handbook” by school teacher Grace Llewellyn. (Amazon.com). Real Republicans have always been against all 10 planks of the Communist Manifesto. Quickly look up the “Manifesto” on the internet … those 10 Planks written by wicked Karl Marx. Roundup’s sacred-cow ‘Public Education,’ is right there … plank #10 in Marx’s Communist Manifesto! Communism is not American, nor Republican. If the socialist-leaning Roundup newspaper was really pro-American, including non-Communist, you would already know this. Everyone thank our courageous legislators for standing up and cutting the 10th plank in Arizona! I am today. Shame on the Roundup for not doing the “right thing” against peer-pressure-based, feel-good “for the children” Communism. Robert Black Payson Editor’s Note: Like, wow, dude. Seriously? Free, high-quality public education is a communist plot and the Roundup ought to be ashamed of itself for falling for the conspiracy? I went to the Internet and Liberty Zone says plank 10 of the Manifesto reads: “Free education for all children in public schools. Abolition of children’s factory labor in its present form.” So does that mean if I’m opposed to five-year-olds working in a factory I’m a commie? Seems pretty crazy. But then, the Arizona Legislature’s treatment of public education does make a certain strange, twisted sense if they think it’s all a communist plot.
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Pine 8th-grader sweeps science fairs by
Max Foster
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Can you correctly pronounce “Algae Amphidinium?” Probably not. Could you spell it if the two words were not in front of you on the printed page? Didn’t think so. Do you have an idea what it is? Knew you wouldn’t. If the intellectual component in your ego is now taking a hit, this story might dampen your mood even more. That’s because it’s about Jerusha Paine, a 14-year-old eighth-grader at Pine Strawberry School who is a self-made authority on algae amphidinium. In fact, she won the school, county and state science fairs and an invitation to the national finals with a project that focused on how different kinds of light affected the growth of amphidinium. The study, which was entered in the “Cellular and Molecular Biology” classification, is crucial because amphidinium forms harmful algae blooms that can kill marine life in the Rim Country. Jerusha’s wins on school, county and state stages came as no surprise to Stacy Flanigan, her middle school teacher. “She completed extremely
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Jerusha Paine will advance to the International Science and Engineering Fair in Pittsburgh as a student observer — the highest award a middle school student can receive in Arizona. detailed testing,” said Flanigan. “Even after placing first at the school, she continued her testing for more weeks, giving her excellent data.” Somewhat ironically, Jerusha says it was in her social studies class she was prompted to take up such an ambitious science fair subject. “I found out about amphidinium and dinoflagellate when I saw a picture of a beach covered in dead lobsters from an
algae bloom in 2002,” she said. “I wanted to help somehow.” Doing well in science fairs is nothing new for Jerusha who as a fifth-grader took first in the school and county fairs. At county she also received the grand prize for the fair’s most outstanding project. At state, she was third. In sixth grade, she was first in the school competition and second at county. A school year later, she was first at P/S school
and the county. “My love for science comes from my fun teacher, Mrs. Flanagan,and my mom,” Jerusha said. “I also have an aunt who teaches science at a high school in Tucson.” With her eighth-grade state win, she is one of only two middle school students to receive an invitation to the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) to be held May 9-16 in Pittsburgh, Pa. Since only high school students can compete at ISEF, she will advance as a student observer. “That’s the highest award a middle school student can receive in Arizona,” Flanigan said. Jerusha doesn’t harbor second thoughts about attending the national fair even though it involves a journey of thousands of miles to a strange city much different from her tiny home town. “I will be traveling with the official party from Arizona as a student observer” she said. “It is a great opportunity to see how things work at the high school level.” While there are those who might not be doing cartwheels over cellular and molecular biology, Jerusha is just the opposite. “It is every exciting.”
Culinary Arts students receive awards, scholarships by
Devon Wells
Emily Hoffman at the final competition holding her plates in the kitchen at the Le Cordon Bleu. Hoffman received a scholarship to attend Classic Cooking in Scottsdale.
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Four Payson High Culinary Arts students received great honors at the recent C-CAP (Careers Through Culinary Arts Program) awards banquet. The students walked away with scholarships to assist them in attending culinary training of their choice. Nikki Coughlin received a $3,000 cash scholarship and hopes to apply it to Scottsdale Community College’s well-known Culinary Arts program. Emily Hoffman received a combination of half tuition and cash scholarship to apply to Classic Cooking, another Scottsdale culinary school. Coughlin and Hoffman won after advancing to the finals in C-CAP with 31 other culinary students in Arizona. All 31 students received scholarship dollars with a total of over $625,000. C-CAP, a national non-profit, works with public schools to prepare underserved high school students for college and career opportunities in the restaurant and hospitality industry by offering: • job training and internships • teacher training • curriculum enrichment • college advising • life-time career support and • culinary scholarships Since its inception in 1990 C-CAP has awarded more than $43 million in scholarships, and classrooms have received $3.8 million worth of supplies and equipment. Many C-CAP students find rewarding careers in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Dallas Walker and Angel Kesinger added a surprise to the awards banquet when each received $5,000 cash scholarships for their involvement in the Fuel Up To Play 60 program. “Dallas hopes to attend the culinary program at Pima Community College in Tucson and Angel plans to attend the culinary program at Scottsdale Community College,” said Devon Wells, the culinary arts instructor. Arizona Dairy Council teams up with the National Football League and encourages C-CAP students to teach nutrition to youth and enter healthy recipes toward a Dairy Council cookbook. The Fuel Up To Play 60 program gave two other awards. One went to PHS junior, Tyler Porter, who received a $200 gift card and a basket of cooking items. Senior, Nikki Coughlin also received a $100 gift card and a basket of cooking items. A week later the Payson FCCLA/Culinary Arts program traveled to Tucson for their State Leadership Conference. With competitions just days apart, Wells said she is proud of the silver medal winner, Callie
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Payson Water Co. wins well dispute on appeal by
Alexis Bechman
roundup staff reporter
The Arizona Court of Appeals recently upheld a civil judgment in favor of the Payson Water Company in a Geronimo Estates water well dispute against a local homeowner. Steven Prahin appealed Gila County Superior Court Peter Cahill’s decision in favor of the Payson Water Company, but on April 15, the Court of Appeals upheld Cahill’s decision saying the water company owns the well and well equipment that serve the Geronimo Estates and Elusive Acres subdivisions. The water company filed the suit against Prahin several years ago and Prahin filed a countersuit in return. The case turns on the ownership of a well and equipment on land Prahin owns, but which the Payson Water Company operates. In 1985, a couple purchased the land and developed 30 acres into Elusive Acres. Three tracts of property were used for the well, storage and roadway leading to the equipment. In 1989, the couple entered into an agreement with United Utilities to operate the water system, transferring all ownership of the well, meters, equipment and the system to United. In 1998, Payson Water Company purchased United and in 2009, Prahin and several others acquired title to the three tracts during a tax sale. Prahin bickered with the water company about the ownership of the well and in October 2011, Prahin prevented water company employees from disconnecting his water meter for nonpayment. Prahin told a police officer the water company did not have a valid easement to the property and should therefore not be allowed on his property. At the time, the officer did not grant the water company employees access, but later, officers escorted employees onto the property to remove the meter. In November 2011, Prahin telephoned the Arizona Corporation Commission and threatened to disrupt water service to the area if they did not appoint an interim water operator. The ACC appointed Payson Water Company interim operator and told the two parties to take the issue to court for an ownership resolution. Payson Water Company filed with Gila County Superior Court, saying it is the sole owner of the system. Prahin filed a counterclaim seeking relief and alleging unjust enrichment and trespass. Cahill ruled in favor of the water company, finding an earlier agreement conveyed the system to Payson Water and that Prahin’s challenge to the validity of that agreement was barred by the statute of limitations. Michael Harper represented Prahin during the case.
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Payson winners on stage at the C-CAP awards banquet: (above, left to right) Tyler Porter, Nikki Coughlin, Arizona Cardinal Justin Bethel, Angel Kesinger and Dallas Walker. O’Connell, who competed in the Creative Food Art competition with team members Karson Ross, Kylie O’Donald and Dela Dossou. The students gave an Illustrated Talk/Speech on Dysfunctional Families. The PHS chapter entered
competitions in cupcake decorating, creative food art, national programs at work (Fuel Up To Play 60- project), illustrated talk, and the team culinary arts event. “Kudos to everyone who attended,” said Wells. “Payson is proud of you!”
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Cardiologist discusses pacemakers by
Teresa McQuerrey
roundup staff reporter
Weekly Calendar of Events MON: Tai Chi 9-10 a.m. Computer Class 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Sign up now for Windows 7 class, begins May 4 Bunco 1-3 p.m. ($3 to play) Diabetic Education 1-2 p.m. (last Monday of month - April 27) TUES:
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WED: April 29 - Health Screening, 7 a.m.-11:30 a.m., mem members only. Must make an appointment. Call (928) 472-9290. Manage your health. Sign up for a health screening which includes: cholesterol; glucose blood draw; blood pressure and vitals; peripheral vascular disease screening; myofascial release demonstration; juice bar and more. Mah Jong 1:30-4:30 p.m. THUR: T.O.P.S. 7-9 a.m. Tai Chi 9-10 a.m. Widowed Women’s Grief Group (meets 1st Thursday of month, 9:30-11 a.m.) Pinochle 12-3 p.m. Ballroom Dancing 3-4 p.m. Lost Loves Suicide Loss (meets 1st Thursday of month, 4-5:30 p.m.) FRI:
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The Senior Circle is now taking registration from members interested in taking a Windows 7 computer class. Bring your laptop. Class begins Monday, May 4 and will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with Barbara Allen instructing. Call the Senior Circle at (928) 472-9290 for details. Senior Circle is located at 215 N. Beeline Hwy., (928) 4729290. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday.
Psoriasis linked to arthritis If you have psoriasis, an autoimmune skin condition marked by red, flaky patches on the body, you also could be at risk for a certain type of arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis, which causes stiffness, swelling and pain in and around the joints, affects up to 30 percent of people with psoriasis, says the National Psoriasis Foundation. Just like psoriasis, psoriat-
ic arthritis tends to go through periods of flare-up and remission. A severe case of psoriasis will not necessarily translate into a severe case of arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis may be treated like other forms of arthritis. Doctors may prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs, anti-rheumatic drugs, exercise and complementary therapies.
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Pacemakers have been around for nearly 60 years — the first one was implanted in 1958. As with all technology it has evolved and improved. Dr. Toby Paulson, D.O., FACOI, with Payson Healthcare Specialists, visited with members of the Senior Circle about pacemakers at the April 15 Lunch & Learn. Signs a pacemaker may be needed include: becoming out of breath with regular activity; getting worn out with normal tasks; and getting dizzy. None of these is normal and may be the first signs of a heart rhythm problem, Paulson said. “Aging is inevitable, slowing down doesn’t have to be,” he said. A healthy heart beats between 60 and 100 times per minute. Paulson said the heart generates electrical impulses that travel along a specialized conduction pathway. The conduction process makes it possible for the heart to pump blood efficiently. If the heartbeat slows — because of disease or damage — it can’t pump enough oxygen-rich blood to the body and this is what can cause lethargy, shortness of breath, dizziness and even fainting. A slowed heartbeat limits the ability to exercise or even do normal daily activities. More than half-a-million people in the U.S. have pacemakers. There are 115,000 each year. Paulson explained today’s pacemakers can be either single or dual chamber devices, they have programmable features, adaptive rate pacing and programmable lead configuration. He said most perform four functions: stimulate cardiac depolarization; sense intrinsic cardiac function; respond to
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Dr. Toby Paulson visits with Ilona Swenson (left) about pacemakers following a presentation he made on the topic for a Lunch & Learn at the Senior Circle. increased metabolic demand by providing rate responsive pacing (if the patient exercises, the pacemaker allows the heart to respond accordingly); provide diagnostic information stored by the pacemaker. Generally pacemakers — which are now about the size of a quarter — are implanted
in the muscle below the left collarbone. The leads (wires) from the device then connect it to the heart, delivering electrical impulses from the device to the heart to regulate its rhythm. On occasion, the implantation of a pacemaker can result in complications from infections. More often, patients and their
doctors must deal with battery issues. Paulson said with normal activity, a pacemaker’s “shelf life” is about 10 years; for those with a more active life, the battery may need to be replaced in five years. The battery life is monitored with regular visits to the doctor or pacemaker specialist.
PRMC emergency department gets new director by
Teresa McQuerrey
roundup staff reporter
It’s a good thing Becky Nissila started her medical career as a registered nurse in a “Knife & Gun Club” emergency room in Fresno, Calif. Her second day on the job as the new director of Payson Regional Medical Center’s emergency department there were 36 patients in six hours. She had yet to renew her patient care certification with the state, but she was on the floor changing bedding and doing everything else she could to help her staff manage the crush of patients. Nissila explained the “Knife & Gun Club” ER saw lots of gang-related violence: shootings, stabbings, assaults, etc., plus the more “benign” emergencies. Nissila is no stranger to Payson. She was with PRMC’s quality management and regulatory compliance department for five years. She decided to go back to California and took a job in the San Francisco area. She said PRMC reached out to her late last fall about the director’s job for its emergency department. She turned down the gesture at the time, but then things took a turn for her new employer and seeing the writing on the wall — the place was going to have to close — she contacted PRMC to see if the post was still open. It was and she started back to work in Payson in early April. Nissila has been an R.N. for 25 years. She said she wanted to start her career in a high activity ER to learn all she could. Not only did she see the injuries of gang violence, she also saw tuberculosis and other conditions not normally seen. From the Fresno ER she moved on to be director of a small emergency department south of that community and
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Becky Nissila, R.N., is the new director of the Payson Regional Medical Center’s emergency department. She was previously with the PRMC quality management and regulatory compliance office.
then to a larger department at a hospital in southern Utah. “I was in ERs for about 14 years and then moved to the in-patient side,” she said. Nissila’s next career move was to quality management. “Now, I’ve come full circle and am back to what I love, emergency medicine,” she said. “It’s good to be home. I didn’t sell my
house when I left, I rented it. And just when I knew I was coming back, my tenants left. So, it seemed it was meant to be.” She said her welcome home by her co-workers and her church family has been wonderful. Nissila said her immediate task with the emergency department is to make a better, more consistent connection with the patients and show more compassion. “There is always more going on with our patients than what they’re in the ER for and if we take the time to find out about that and somehow help them with it, we can create a better healing environment,” she said. She said she wants people to come to the PRMC ER because they know the staff there cares. “We are the front door for the hospital. We are the first and lasting impression people have of PRMC.” Nissila is not just dictating tasks for the ER staff; she is on the floor herself. “I try to visit with our patients and see how they’re doing. I can’t do it all the time, but I do it as often as possible,” she said. She said the ER deals with people in crisis. The hospital’s administration and staff have pledged to have a medical professional see an ER patient within 30 minutes of their arrival. “We aim for pain control as soon as possible,” Nissila said. Additionally she and her staff want a patient’s “through time” to be as short as possible (the time from their arrival to discharge). Nissila is available to talk to clubs and organizations about the PRMC emergency department. Give her about two weeks’ notice, call (928) 472-1346 to arrange a program with her.
Whether you’re starting a family or preparing for a healthy menopause, you need a doctor you can trust. Fortunately, Edward Waechter, M.D., is here to help. A board-certified OB/GYN with 35 years of experience, he will take time to listen and get to know your unique health needs. And he won’t keep you waiting weeks for an appointment; sameand next-day appointments with Dr. Waechter are often available. Call Preferred Women’s Care at 928-474-9744, or visit PaysonDoctors.com to request an appointment.
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The lowly pepper has inspired explorers, dominated economies, delighted gourmands, fascinated folk healers, bewitched the Romans, provoked Marco Polo to overstatement, boosted the economy of Vietnam — and wound up on every dinner table Photo by Darwin Bell in North America. I don’t care. Roman Empire, but then picked up again in the Makes my stomach ache. But I was prepared to suffer in silence — fearing Middle Ages as the various, Empire building powers the overbearing weight of social pressure — until explored trade routes and fought brisk little wars to I discovered one of my Payson friends — John — protect their trade. Philip IV of Spain even managed to suppress an Aztec version of pepper, mostly to breaks out in hives if he eats the stuff. And we’ve both discovered that if you can’t protect his near monopoly on black peppercorns. In the process, the black pepper grown initially stomach pepper — you basically can’t go out to eat, since it seems like every chef in town sprinkles pep- in India and now mostly in Vietnam came to dominate in the West. Vietnam now exports 100,000 tons per over everything — like spice fairy dust. of pepper annually, providing about one-third of the Guess they’re thinking like Roman aristocrats. John says he’s solved his problem by not eating black peppercorns used in the West. Meanwhile, traditional healers have used varout much — and using green pepper. Green pepious parts of the pepper plant for a bewildering per? There’s green pepper? Actually, green, red, white, pink — you name it. variety of ailments, although modern medicine has Of course, technically, we’re talking about pep- found little value with the exception of properties percorns because we have those other types of as an antibiotic. Of course, the pepper plants don’t give two hoots pepper from bell to habanero that we wouldn’t wish about producing spices for the human palate. The to mix up. There’s actually a group out there called Pepper- chemicals in the peppercorns actually help regulate Passion — they talk about pepper in words any wine the plant’s relationships with birds and insects. aficionado would recognize. The group has a web- Certain species of birds and even mammals like site and combs the world to bring you green, white, bats have evolved digestive systems that can handle the chemicals. That means pink, and red peppers. Well, not the favored pollinators will spend the red yet, it continues to work more time seeking out the pepto find the rare pepper, currently T h e per plants, which increases their not available in the U.S. accord- H e a l t h y competitive edge in the pollinaing to http://pepper-passion.com. tor-crowded tropics in which they Now the green, white and grow. The pepper plants have black peppercorns could all be by Michele Nelson even struck intimate relationblack, except for when they are ships with certain species of ants, picked and processed. which use the pepper plants as Producers of the green peppercorn pick them way before they mature and then their grocery store and in return runoff other, more either air-dry, freeze dry or pickle to keep the corns destructive insect pests. So the pepper plants have all kinds of reasons for from fermenting. Supposedly, they have an aromatproducing all those pungent chemical compounds. ic flavor, but are not pungent. I don’t care. Pink or rose pepper actually comes from a tree They hurt my stomach. related to the rose bush. To pepper lovers, this pepMe and John. per must come from the French Island of Reunion So, we avoid restaurants with fancy European in the Indian Ocean. Other sources come from wild trees in Brazil and parts of the southern U.S., but sauces, as most use white pepper. But it’s not just John and I: No less an authority they are not as valuable. The passionate pepper people say this pepper than Dr. Andrew Weil agrees that pepper can be reminds them in flavor to the black peppercorn, annoying. “But black pepper can be an irritant of the GI “but milder and more acidic with a hint of sweettract, urinary tract and prostate, and I don’t think it ness.” See? There’s the wine terminology. They say it’s more often mixed with the other should be consumed frequently in quantity,” wrote peppercorns to look cool in a pepper grinder or Weil on his website (http://www.drweil.com). Dr. Weil, food guru, M.D. and Ph.D. in botany, used in nouveau cuisine. It’s difficult to find in common grocery stores, but of course they have a also said peppercorns contain safrole, large quantities of which could cause cancer. wonderful supplier. Yet chefs will always use pepper and have done Now white pepper, preferred by Europeans 10 to 1, are actually black peppercorns with the black so since the Greeks and the Romans who struggled to bring the spice from India. So valuable was the part soaked off. The black pepper dominates world use of pepper spice, the ancients used it as currency. But the addiction to pepper as the go-to spice — especially in North America. It amassed a fascinating history as a spice. Archaeologists have found in restaurants can complicate a night on the town traces of the spice going back 9,000 years in India. for sensitive sorts — what with the swollen tongue The Romans discovered it and sent whole fleets and all. Note: To read about the 10 types of black pepperto collect pepper and other spices, which became horrendously expensive spices for the aristocrats corns, four types of white peppercorns, green and pink peppercorns, please see http://pepper-passion. of the Empire. 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Getting to know Rim Country doctors by
Mindy Strickling
payson regional medical center
F. EDWARD WAECHTER, MD Board Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Dr. Frank Edward Waechter is a board certified obstetrician/gynecologist who has been serving the Payson community since moving here in 2013 with his wife of 38 years, Betty. He and Betty have a son, Nathan. When he’s not working, he enjoys reading, golf, exercise and cars. Dr. Waechter was born in Omaha, Neb. He attended Creighton Prep High School before continuing on to the University of Kansas and the University of Nebraska at Omaha for his undergraduate degree. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, Omaha, Neb. in 1975. He did his residency at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Evansville, Ind. and went into practice back in Omaha in 1979. He is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (FACOG) and was chairman on the board of directors of Memorial Clinics in East Texas from 2005 to 2013. I recently sat down with Dr. Waechter to learn a bit more about his thoughts on being a doctor and hear about his philosophy of care. Q: What made you want to become a doctor in the field of obstetrics/gynecology? A: I wanted to enjoy the glorious blessing of bringing new life into the world. Q: What do you like most about being a doctor? A: I love having the ability to engage in interactions with so many different personalities each day and help them to be the best they can be. Q: What is your best advice for patients who are seeking a new obstetrician/gynecologist?
A: The most important thing when choosing a doctor is to make sure you’re comfortable with that person and share a mutual honesty and respect. This is the best way to ensure you get the best possible care. Dr. Waechter’s care philosophy: “Mutual respect and courtesy go a long way.” Dr. Waechter shares an office with Dr. Cynthia Booth at the Preferred Women’s Care clinic PRMC photo at 120 E. Main Street, Dr. Ed Waechter is at Payson, Ariz. Preferred Women’s Care The Preferred clinic, 120 E. Main St. Women’s Care clinic offers the following gynecological services and procedures, along with obstetric care: • Perimenopause • Menopause • Urinary Incontinence • Pelvic Relaxation • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding • Hysterectomy • Endometrial Ablation • Management of Abnormal Pap Smears • Sterilization To schedule an appointment to see Dr. Waechter, please call (928) 474-9744 and speak with the receptionist.
New imaging system enhances vascular medicine at PRMC by
Mindy Strickling
payson regional medical center
Payson Regional Medical Center has been using C-Arm technology for quite some time, but the new C-Arm at PRMC is equipped with an upgraded vascular package that includes a Motion Tolerant System feature. This new machine not only compensates for motion during testing, but also provides enhanced resolution for much better quality images. Dr. Toby Paulson, with Payson Healthcare Specialists, is now using this equipment to perform peripheral vascular angiography, a procedure that measures how efficiently blood is getting to the extremities. A dye is used to help discover narrowed or blocked areas in one or more of the arteries that supply blood to the legs, or, in rare cases, to the arms. The angiogram helps determine if a surgical procedure is needed to open the blocked arteries. This new C-Arm has also given Dr. Paulson the ability to perform venous reflux studies, vein ablation and vein sclerotherapy procedures. These procedures help patients with varicose veins and venous insufficiency, a condition where the veins from the legs have trouble sending blood back to the heart. Patients previously had to go to the Valley for these types of services. Venous reflux (or venous insufficiency) is due to the impaired return of blood from the veins in the legs and feet which can lead to varicose veins, swollen legs, skin breakdown or ulcers. In many cases, venous reflux is the result of dilation of the veins in the legs. This dilation eventually prevents the valves in the
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The new C-Arm at PRMC is equipped with an upgraded vascular package that includes a Motion Tolerant System feature.
veins from closing properly and results in venous reflux. As a result, blood pools in the legs and has trouble returning to the heart. This can lead to significant health problems and may disrupt a person’s ability to perform jobs where standing for long periods of time is required. Venous reflux studies are comprehensive ultrasound tests of the venous blood flow in the legs. These studies are completely non-invasive and take about an hour to perform. Paulson is a cardiac specialist and has been practicing in Payson for more than four years. He also offers stress tests, echo cardiography and EKGs. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Paulson at Payson Healthcare Specialists, visit www. paysondoctors.com or call (928) 472-3478.
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Curtis Johnson has guided the Longhorns to a 26-1 record.
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Little things, great results Jodi Taylor looked to her left and found Curtis Johnson in the third base dugout. She studied his hand carefully as the Payson High varsity softball coach flashed the freshman catcher the signals for the pitch he wanted and the location he wanted it in. She then relayed the signals to Arissa Paulson. Seconds later the ball sizzled past the batter and smacked into Taylor’s waiting mitt. The trio repeated this process throughout the Longhorns’ 15-0 win over visiting Goodyear Estrella Foothills on Saturday, having perfected a formula the seems likely to put them in a game for a state championship. Payson has a 26-1 record, with 20 shutouts, and Johnson has plenty to do with that. Senior Payton Petersen is the firststring catcher, but Taylor was filling in for her on Saturday as she attended a family function out of state. The system works because Paulson is the rare pitcher who can put the ball where she wants on nearly every pitch. “She hits five out of six,” Johnson said. The coach does his homework, studying every batter and working to keep them each off balance. Even when they manage to anticipate what kind of pitch Paulson will deliver next, they rarely connect because they can’t figure out if it’s going to be high, low, inside or outside. They really have no clue where it’s going. Paulson’s five no-hitters this season are evidence of that. She’s a strikeout master. Her 264 punch-outs rank second in Arizona and eighth in the nation — and that’s despite Johnson’s decision to put her freshman sister, Aubrielle, in the circle as much as possible. Johnson says he’s often to blame when someone manages to get a hit off of Arissa. “Sometimes I’ll call a pitch and the batter gets a hit and I’ll look at Arissa and say, ‘That’s my bad. You did your job, I screwed up. I shouldn’t have called that pitch,’” he said. “That’s the fun part. That’s kind of the game within the game.” Johnson hopes that paying attention to those details will replace the heartbreak of the last three seasons’ fold in the playoffs with a joyous celebration at Arizona State University on May 11. The coach credits assistant Bob Watson and volunteers Will Dunman and Toby Paulson with helping produce this year’s storybook season. They’ve all worked on making sure the players do the little things well. In addition to spark plugs like leadoff hitter Aubrielle Paulson and sluggers Arissa Paulson, Anilese Hayes and Cori Barnett, the batting order also features several solid hitters who can put the ball in play or lay down a bunt on demand. Johnson also knows when to alter the batting order, as he did in the Longhorns’ rematch with Lakeside Blue Ridge on April 13. The skipper moved No. 3 hitter Arissa and clean-up batter Anilese to the top two spots in the order, dropping Aubrielle to No. 3 and No. 2 batter Sadie Dunman to No. 4. He was trying to ensure the Yellow Jackets pitched to Arissa this time, after walking her every time she came to the plate in the first game in Lakeside. They did indeed pitch to her and she wound up hitting a double that drove in the game’s only run. Of course, Hayes belted two home runs and Barnett one after they walked her in the first meeting, a 12-2 Payson win. “I guess they should have pitched to her in that game, too,” Johnson joked. He’s got plenty to smile about as the Longhorns enter the final two weeks of the regular season.
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Chasing a championship by
Keith Morris
roundup sports editor
The curtain falls on the home schedule for the greatest show in softball this week. Just two home games remain for Payson High’s topranked Longhorns. PHS hosts Cottonwood Mingus at 4 p.m. Thursday before entertaining second-ranked Show Low in a game that could decide the Division 3 Section 5 championship at 6 p.m. Friday. That final game features the team’s annual barbecue fundraiser. The baseball team also plays Show Low at 6 p.m. that night. The junior varsity games are at 4 p.m. Albert Hunt’s deep pit barbecue is a savory delight fans anticipate every year. For $7 you also get salad, beans and a roll. The Longhorns carried a 26-1 record and a 21-game winning streak into Monday’s game at Eagar Round Valley after a 15-0 thrashing of Goodyear Estrella Foothills on Saturday afternoon. It was the Horns’ 20th shutout of the season as Arissa Paulson improved to 20-1. She fired a two-hitter with 13 strikeouts in the game that lasted just five innings because of the 10-run mercy rule. Arissa also went 2-for-3 with her eighth home run and three RBI to lead an 11-hit attack. Anilese Hayes doubled and single and drove in three, while Sadie Dunman and Jewel Johnson also had two hits and Cori Barnett belted a two-run homer, her fourth round-trip-
per of the season. At 10-4, the Wolves are ranked No. 16 in Division 3 and are likely headed to the state tournament. “They’ve been having a very good season,” said Payson coach Curtis Johnson. “We played one of our best games of the season.” Still, the coach saw things to work on. “People watching probably say ‘they looked pretty good,’ and yeah, we did, but I’d give us an A-,” Johnson said. “There are some little things we’re still not doing correctly. You always strive for perfection. Even if we win state, you’re gonna look back and say, ‘we could have done this, we could have done that.’ That’s the nature of the beast, you’re always striving for perfection.” Three days earlier, the Longhorns pummeled visiting Whiteriver Alchesay 19-2 in five innings. Dunman was 4-for-4 with three RBI and Johnson went 3-for-4 with a double and a home run and drove in five runs to lead the 17-hit attack. Jodi Taylor had two hits and three RBI, Ali Tenney two hits and two RBI and Karlie Smith and Rachel Spooner also had two hits apiece. Becky Bauer singled and drove in a pair. Aubrielle Paulson struck out eight Falcons in three no-hit innings before giving way to Johnson, who allowed three hits and two runs while fanning four over the final two frames. Following this week’s action, the Longhorns close the regular season with games at Fountain Hills on April 28 and at Globe on April 29.
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Catcher Jodi Taylor chases a foul ball (top) in the Longhorns’ 15-0 trampling of Estrella Foothills. Above, Cori Barnett shakes hands with Coach Curtis Johnson after belting a home run. The No. 1 Longhorns play their last two regular season home games on Thursday at 4 p.m. and Friday at 6 p.m. after their popular barbecue fundraiser from 4-6.
Hungry Longhorns still in the hunt Win a no-hitter, lose a heartbreaker by
Keith Morris
roundup sports editor
Brian Young liked what he saw from Jake Beeler on the mound in his two recent starts. But he loved the way the talented youngster was dealing on Thursday. The sophomore turned in his best effort of the season on a big stage, firing a no-hitter with eight strikeouts as Payson beat Page 4-0 in Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Beeler walked two and two Sand Devils reached on errors. “Jake was just outstanding,” the Payson coach said. “He kept hitters off balance and located the ball well down in the strike zone. He is gaining more confidence every time he goes out and he keeps learning things each time he pitches. He has put three outstanding starts together in a row.” Beating Page comes on the heels of victories over Holbrook and Show Low for Beeler, who has allowed just one earned run in his last 21 innings. Payson scored a run in the third and put it away with three more in the sixth. The Longhorns strung together eight hits. Taran Sarnowski was 2-for-3 with a triple and Beeler singled and drove in two. “This young group of guys just keeps getting better,” Young said. “They are gaining confidence and that is a dangerous thing for other teams.” Young said the players enjoyed winning a game at the spring training home of the Arizona Diamondbacks
and Colorado Rockies after losing to the Sand Devils in the same venue the previous two years. “It was really a special day for us picking up a win in a stadium,” Young said. “This is a top notch facility and the guys played up to it today. They really enjoyed the experience and it will be something that they can remember for a long time.” Payson (8-7) moved up to No. 13 in the Division 3 power rankings before dropping to No. 15 after a loss to Cottonwood Mingus on Saturday. Mingus 14, Payson 7
The Longhorns battled a strong Cottonwood Mingus team but couldn’t overcome six errors in a 14-7 loss at home on Saturday afternoon. “I was disappointed with how we played in the field,” Young said. “We just made too many mistakes and you can’t do that against a good team like Mingus. They are a very good hitting team and we gave them too many extra chances.” The Marauders, who improved to 11-2 and No. 6 in the Division 2 power rankings, pounded out 15 hits against Ryan Ricke and Sarnowski, including a pair of home runs by Tom McCarty, who drove in six. The Longhorns trailed 10-2 entering the bottom of the fifth, but scored five runs to get back into it. However, the visitors answered with four of their own in the seventh to end any hope of a comeback. “I liked the fight we showed offensively to get back into the game, but Jordan Speith not only helped his own career by winning the Masters, several we had just dug too big of a hole,” Young said. local golfers were riding his coat tails. Six Longhorns — Ron Fisher led the way, firing a 64 to combine with Speith’s 270 total to win the Payson Men’s Golf Association Masters Tournament on April 8 at Payson Ruben Estrada, Hunter Golf Course with 334. He was one of eight PMGA members who won money Paul, Sarnowski, Hunter thanks to picking Speith before the tournament, then turning in strong rounds Lane, Logan Morgan and David Evans themselves. Others who placed thanks in large part to Speith were: Mike McKee and Jim — collected two hits Kennedy, who both shot 65 and tied for second at 335; Steve Thompson (68/338), each in Payson’s attack. who placed fourth; Dave Herbert (69/339), who took fifth; Don Pollock and John 14-hit Rikala, who tied for sixth with 70/340; and Jerry McGuire, who placed eighth Sarnowski and Morgan with 71/341. Ralph Lindo found the cup from 12 feet 3 inches on No. 9 to win the longest b o t h putt. Closest to the pin winners were: Mike McKee (No. 2, 26-4), Tim Ernst (No. 5, 9-7), Stan Eggen (No. 8, 6-4), Oscar Garcia (No. 14, 8-8) and Kevin Bailey (No. 17, 2-9).
belted home runs, driving in two each. “We swung the bats pretty well,” Young said. “I really like the offense we are getting out of Logan right now. As a senior he has really stepped up. He has the speed which makes him a tough out anywhere he puts the ball in play, but the fact that he is hitting a lot of line drives is a great thing for us. He had the game-winning hit against Winslow in the tournament and then lifted a nice sac fly against Page to give us a two-run cushion. Logan is really coming up big for us.” The Longhorns host Eagar Round Valley today at 5 p.m. and Show Low at 6 p.m. Friday before closing the season with road games at Goodyear Foothills on Saturday Estrella and Globe on April 28.
Logan Morgan hits a homer against Mingus on Saturday. The No. 15 Longhorns are fighting to reach the playoffs. They play at home today at 5 p.m. and again Friday at 6.
PGA star helps locals
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Tour of Zane Grey’s Cabin, museum worth admission WEATHERREPORT activities open to I’ve lived in the public offerPayson for nearing free monthly 17 years, yet I ly program/ still am surprised meetings: the at all that goes on Carol Zebb Historical Society, around town. And, Roundup columnist Library Friends, I am embarrassed to admit that I don’t always take the Senior Circle’s Lunch and advantage of the opportunities Learn and several more with no admission fee; and others with that await us. For example, I had a house nominal admissions such as the guest from Tucson last week. Tonto Community Concerts, art She had barely settled in when shows and garden tours. Read she asked, “Where is the Zane the Roundup’s Community Grey Cabin? One of my neigh- Almanac page to learn what’s bors said I should go see it while happening around town — and don’t say “There’s nothing to do I am in Payson.” I had no excuse for the fact in Payson.” that I’d never been there, even Payson Center though I’d watched it being built several years ago. So, off we Ellie Fitzpatrick of Pinal Gila went to Green Valley Park where Agency on Aging will discuss we had a most interesting tour of the ABCD’s of Medicare at 10:30 the cabin, which has been most a.m. Wednesday, April 22, in beautifully replicated by the the Center Dining Room, 514 W. Northern Gila County Historical Main St. The program is open to Society. The tour guide, a mem- the public. ber of the Historical Society, There will be a book signing gave an excellent account of and tea featuring Rim Country Zane Grey’s time at the cabin author and resident Sharon as well as a glimpse of life in Langdale from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Rim Country during that era. April 25 at the Payson (formerly Cost of the tour is very modest Senior) Center. Langdale is the — $2.50 per person for the cabin author of “Vein of Justice,” a tour and $5 if a tour of the Rim mystery/love story novel. Country Museum is included. It The Old Time Music Makers was well worth the time and the will be playing your favormoney, and I won’t hesitate to ite music beginning at 9 a.m. take future visitors to see it. Monday, April 27 in the Center There are numerous other Dining Room. Everyone is wel-
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Pinnacle West Capital and its employees were the largest non-party contributors to federal candidates in Arizona in the last election cycle, giving $187,783 to House and Senate candidates in the 2014 midterm elections. Only the Democratic and Republican parties gave more than Pinnacle West, the parent company of the Arizona Public Service Co., according to analyses of Federal Election Commission reports by the Center for Responsive Politics and the National Institute on Money in State Politics. Although it contributed more money to Republicans, Pinnacle West gave to both Democratic and GOP candidates, according to the reports, sometimes giving to opposing candidates in the same race. The company’s political action committee gave to Democrat Ron Barber and Republican Martha McSally in the 2nd District, for example, and to Democrat Kyrsten Sinema and Republican Wendy Rogers in the 9th District. The company also donated to both Sens. John McCain and Jeff Flake, even though neither one was up for re-election last year. It gave in all nine congressional districts in the state, winding up in the top five donors in five of those districts. The federal spending was just a fraction of the company’s total political expenditures in the last election cycle. It reported giving more than $1.5 million to state campaigns and to national political groups, according to the Arizona Secretary of State’s
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The following reports and arrests were released by the Payson Police Department and Gila County Sheriff’s Office. All persons listed in this report are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges are often dropped or changed. If your name is listed and you are exonerated, please contact the Payson Roundup at editor@payson.com. April 6 – Tara Lee Miner, 35, Payson – DUI-aggravated, third DUI in 84 months and DUI-aggravated, while suspended for DUI; Eric Omar Acosta, 20, Phoenix – drug paraphernalia-possession and narcotic drugs-possession; Joshua Morris Merrill, 27, Payson – failure to pay a fine; Leslie Elizabeth Nasbah Bahe, 34, Payson – domestic violence and interfering with judicial proceedings-disobeys or resists lawful order; Cynthia Nell-Williams, 43, Payson – domestic violence. April 8 – Andrew Thompson, Buckeye – driving on a suspended license, possession of paraphernalia and misconduct involving weapons. April 9 – Jonathan Mitchell Fahl, 31, Payson – driving with a suspended/canceled/revoked license and warrant; Justin Robert Medina, 31, Tonto Basin – two warrants, failure to appear-1st degree and false reporting to law enforcement agency; Perry Shawn
office and the company’s own website. But it’s not surprising that a company would want to cover its bases by spreading the money around that way, experts said. “This pattern of giving to the Ds and the Rs means they are not ideologically driven, it means they are interested in a policy outcome that benefits the company itself,” said Edwin Bender, executive director of the National Institute on Money in State Politics. “It is not unusual to support one candidate, but then once they realize the candidate is going to lose, then throw their support behind the winner,” Bender said. “This is not politics. They want a seat at the table, one way or another.” A spokesman for Pinnacle West said the company has always supported those candidates who embody its values and ideals. “While, we don’t discuss individual contributions, we have always been active politically,” Pinnacle West spokesman Alan Bunnell said in an emailed statement. “In general, we support candidates of both parties and organizations that are pro-business and who support a sustainable energy future for Arizona. “Our policy that we have published on our website speaks for itself,” his statement said. APS is the largest electric utility and energy company in the state, providing electricity to more than 1.2 million Arizonans, including two-thirds of the Phoenix metro area. It had earnings of $447 million in in 2014, according to Bloomberg. Bender said Pinnacle West
R E C O R D Hardesty, 41, Mishawaka, Ind. – domestic violence and threatening or intimidating (non-UCR)-cause injury or damage property; Arkie Lee Suttle, 31, Payson – shoplifting; Matthew Steven Jones, 26, Payson – domestic violence and disorderly conduct-fighting; Denisya Maria Johnson, 27, Payson – failure to appear-1st degree. April 10 – Arkie Lee Suttle, 31, Payson – aggravated domestic violence; Ryan Michael Thiel, 29, Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting; Jon Stewart Gerard, 24, Payson – DUI-alcohol, drug, vapor, combination thereof and shoplifting-concealment. April 11 - Christopher Lee Wooley, 42, Chandler – aggravated domestic violence; Krey Michael Levels, 31, Round Valley – obstructing a highway or other public thoroughfare; Toni Marie Perna, 25, Payson – shoplifting; Jacquelyn May Dillman, 29, Payson – shoplifting. April 12 – Quentin Darrell James, 33, Scottsdale – disorderly conduct-fighting and assault-intentionally or recklessly causing physical injury; Arnold Tsosie, 33, Payson – disorderly conduct-fighting and sexual abuse; Joel Eric Esra, 46, Payson – criminal trespass-3rd degree-real property and shoplifting.
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Looking for something to do? Take a tour of Zane Grey’s Cabin, a replica located in Green Valley Park. come to come and listen or join in if you play an instrument. Remember when we were children and observed the first day of May making May baskets out of brightly colored construction paper cut into strips, woven together into baskets and filled with early blooming flowers? In the Midwest where I grew up, the blossoms were usually wild ones such as arbutus and violets. We can relive those moments on Friday, May 1, when May baskets will be distributed to lunch diners at the Center. Anne James entertains with live music at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Center. No reservations are needed unless you are staying for lunch. To reserve a spot
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has been particularly transparent with its campaign giving. He and others said there is nothing unusual about a corporation using campaign donations to shape policy that could benefit its bottom line. “They have not been very supportive of the EPA’s attempts to curb emissions in the past couple of years,” Center for Responsive
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Politics spokeswoman Viveca Novak said of Pinnacle West. “They’re interested in the grid act, in cyber security and in the regulations targeting carbon emissions in general.” Bender agreed that Pinnacle West officials “obviously have some policy fight going on somewhere in the state and want a place at the table.”
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April is sign-up month for Senior Circle members to register for substantial discounts for use of the Tonto Apache Gym. Membership for the months of May, June and July are $55 for all three months. Payments may be made through the end of April at the Senior Circle, 215 N. Beeline Highway. For further information, call the Circle at (928) 472-9290. The Circle office closes at noon on Fridays. Think about it: Many things are easier to get into than to get out of!
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Girl Scouts help family with new start When the trailer they were living in was condemned as uninhabitable due to water, mold and sewage issues, a local single mom and her two children had nowhere to turn but the Time Out Shelter. Girl Scout Troop #45 learned of this family’s need and hurried into action. Using monies they had earned from Girl Scout Cookie sales this spring, they decided to help. Troop leader Mary Hansen and co-leader Jennifer Tucker suggested launching a community service project in order to earn a key for their “Brownie Quest Journey.” So the newly formed troop raised money for future move-in supplies, such as toilet paper and towels to support women transitioning out of the Time Out Shelter. Pictured left to right are Girl Scouts Jaqlyln, Kodi Raye, Dasia, Desi, Jillian and Kaitlyn who on April 13 presented the gift basket, supplies and some toys to Head Start home visitor Laura Handrick, who provides services to the family. The family will receive the gift basket during their next home visit.
O B I T U A R Y Ruby Katheryn Cargill (1936-2015)
Ruby Katheryn Cargill passed away on April 15, 2015 in Gilbert, Ariz. at 79 years of age. She was born on Feb. 17, 1936 in Williams, Ariz. to Evelyn Lucia Stewart and Leland Stanford Webster. Ruby and Andrew “Junior” Cargill were married on March 9, 1952. They have lived in Payson, Ariz. for the past 29 years. Ruby was loved by many and will forever be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband, Andrew, of Payson; daughters, Evelyn Raylene Dansby (and Bob) of Mesa, Ariz. and Rebecca Jane Beeler and husband Vince of Payson; grandchildren: Angelia Maria (Segletes) Beal and husband Richard, Kevin Moran and wife Candace, Brice Moran, Ashley (Dansby) Whited and husband Dan, Katrina (Beeler) Dauphin and husband Marvin, Anthony Beeler and wife
Shawn, and Stephanie Beeler; great-grandchildren: Andrew, Brooklyn, and Carter Beal, Ecko, Emma and Occean Helmick, Lucas and Liam Whited, Elijah and Tianna Dauphin, James Beeler and Austin Hancock; and sister, Edna Webster, of Payson. Ruby was preceded in death by her parents; brothers: Theodore (Teddy) Webster, James (Jimmy) Webster, William (Bobby) Webster; and sister, Pinkey Elliott. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 23 at the LDS Church at 913 Ponderosa St. in Payson, at 9 a.m. The internment will take place afterwards at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix at 1:30 p.m.
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Science fair winners tackle fascinating projects From page 1A the top fairs in the state with many state winners. Our first year back, last year, one of our seventh-grade teams placed first and received several other awards.” Locke has served as a science teacher in the district for years and tried to retire a couple of years ago, but found she missed the classroom too much. She has returned to help students shine in science. All of the middle school science teachers, including Marsha Fitzhugh, said the students often had a clear idea about which subject they wished to pursue, but some needed a little help. “My students either came up with the question themselves and I helped them find a way to test the question or they worked with a member from the community that posed a question and the students researched and found the answers,” said Cleary. “My students came up with something they were interested in and then we worked as a class to develop their interest into a testable scientific question,” said Fitzhugh. And Locke said, “Students are encouraged to develop their own question. They should have a real curiosity about their topic. If they have trouble forming the question, the teacher helps and if students are really lost for a topic, we will suggest some we think might interest them and they can choose one of those.” The subjects ranged from animal sci-
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Families thronged Green Valley Park on Saturday on a perfect spring day for the Rim Country Optimist Kids Fishing Festival. The Optimist Club co-sponsors the event with the Payson Flycasters club, Gila Trout Unlimited Chapter 530, Payson Parks and Recreation Department, and Arizona Game and Fish Department.
ence to physics and astronomy, medicine and health to earth and planetary science. But not all of the students came from Payson, Jerusha Paine from Pine won first place at AzSEF and also an award as student observer at the International Science and Engineering Fair. Her teacher Stacy Flanagan said the observer award is the highest a middle school student may receive in Arizona. “Jerusha did her project on the algae amphidinium,” said Flanagan. “Amphidinium can have harmful algae blooms which kill off the marine life within the area. Jerusha was testing to see if different kinds of light would reduce the growth rate of the amphidinium. She completed extremely detailed testing. Even after placing first at the school fair, she continued her testing for one to two more weeks giving her excellent data …. We are all very proud of her.” The teachers said the students even had to raise money to attend the science fair, but with the help of dedicated parents and mentors (like Roy and Sharon Matchko) they stayed at the Hyatt in Phoenix to attend the fair, awards ceremony and other events. “We went down on the seventh and then on the eighth, students had interviews, and most students went to the art museum, and we went to the Compass Restaurant to celebrate,” said Cleary. “The last day we toured (Arizona State University) and went to the awards … Riding the light rail with 27 kids was adventurous!”
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Making a sharp turn, I fled the demons of exhaustion and frustration. I’d planned to write a profile of an antique shop in Pine to satisfy the requirements of Payson Roundup editor Pete Aleshire’s writing class, but when I showed up the owners decided they’d changed their minds and canceled the interview. Don’t want to bother with a lowly student, I guess. On my way home, I turned on the road into East Verde Estates about five miles outside of Payson, my “go-to” for a beautiful respite. I have no fear going there alone, so close to the road where one feels a million miles away from strains of disappointment, schedule and demands. Parking, I picked up my trusty camera, taking a deep cleansing breath. Taking pictures of the rolling river I nearly bumped into a woman on the forest’s rocky dirt trail. Throwing arms to the heavens the woman exclaimed, “What’s not to love about this beautiful place!” The petite woman’s black and white swimsuit skirt peeked out beneath a long overshirt. She reached up to adjust enormous sunglasses worn over prescription glasses. “I’m Selma. Where are you from?” she asked with a smile.
“Payson now,” I said. “Oh, you’re lucky! I discovered this place about a year ago driving around. I come here monthly, I thought it was something special.” She rolled her eyes, “I can just feel the stress melting off me.” Again she raised both arms over her head spreading wriggling fingers in the air. With a New York accent she continued, “This is terrific, my sister is stuck in Jersey with snow and cold. I gave that up years ago and moved to Phoenix.” Sun shining on red sided hills, river flowing over rocks, a lovely March afternoon at quiet East Verde Park. Suddenly, we were interrupted by a family of four driving a large SUV into the parking lot. The river here has easy to access, just off Highway 87. Voices of excited children cut into the solitude. “I’m going to get wet” a brown-haired 6-yearold said, exiting the car. Her brother yelled, “I can beat you down there.” They raced down to the water’s edge. The duo’s parents laboring under terry cloth towels and tall water bottles followed, smiling at us as they passed. “Everyone is so friendly here,” Selma said. “They aren’t as friendly in Phoenix. Everyone is so busy, busy, busy!” Adjusting her sunglasses again, she added, “I’m from Queens, it’s not busy there, it’s frantic.” She went on to explain her current job, caring
for an elderly man. “He can do a lot for himself, but you know at 96, he’s no spring chicken!” Selma must have been in her 70s, but boasted a “trail blazer” in her younger days. “I better get going, I don’t want to drive home in the dark. Maybe we will run into each other again sometime.” She got into her Ford four-door, fiddled around with items in the passenger seat, turned on the vintage vehicle and rolled slowly out of the dirt lot. I turned, walking back to the water’s edge and See East Verde’s solace, page 6B
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Payson activist living a legacy of service by
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Penny Navis-Schmidt is a living legacy to generations of grassroots social service. Instilled by her grandfather and mother, and now being carried on by her daughter, Penny lives her life around the principle, “If we have privilege it’s our responsibility to do service.” Her grandfather played Santa for years in her hometown of Prairie View, Kan. Every child in town received a gift, which he and his wife purchased. His daughter, Penny’s mother, started a lay ministry to assist members of her community living in destitution. “My Mom was this tiny — barely fivetwo — fireball. She would go to churches and tell congregations, ‘It’s time for you sorry-ass Christians to get off your butts and do something.’” With the lay ministry the family had a food bank and a clothing bank in their garage. Within four years of starting the service, it was a $1 million social program, which never had taken any federal assistance. Today Penny is continuing the legacy of service through work with the Payson Chapter of Amnesty International, which will host a film festival from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 25 at the Payson
United Methodist Church, 414 N. Easy St. This is the chapter’s third annual human rights film festival. The theme this year is “Environmental Rights are Human Rights” and it features three films and a mosaic of documentary clips. The films: “Momenta,” about coal mining in the Powder River Basin of Montana and Wyoming; “Dear Matafele Peinem,” about the hardships faced by the people of the Pacific Marshall Islands due to rising sea levels; and “Thirsty for Justice,” which is about the struggle for the human right to water. There is no admission to Saturday’s film festival, but those attending are encouraged to bring canned goods for local food banks or make a free will donation to support local human rights. She is volunteer coordinator for the award-winning Payson chapter of Amnesty International. Amnesty is a grassroots human rights movement of people standing up for humanity and human rights. This non-political, non-partisan work fills her need to act Contributed photo on a larger systems level, to think locally Kayla Meier, being held by Penny Navis-Schmidt, is the littlest activist to parand act globally. Penny has lived and worked in Payson ticipate with the award-winning Payson chapter of Amnesty International. for 35 years. After completing her master’s degree in social work in 1979, she She worked for Payson Mental Health, staff social worker specializing in work followed her dream and uncovered her (which became Rim Guidance Center and with children, youth, women and families “pioneer roots” as she settled in Payson. is now Southwest Guidance Center), as a for 12 years.
One of her first job assignments with Payson Mental Health was to supervise its Challenge Discovery program — taking at risk youth camping and on extreme backpacking trips. “I had never camped before in my life. I was a city girl. Fortunately, the program had outdoor specialists participating. So, I was learning about the outdoors along with the kids,” she said. She was such a “city girl” she said she couldn’t sleep the first week she lived in Payson. “It was too quiet. I felt like I’d been transplanted to another planet,” she said. At the time she came to Payson, she was a runner. Not long after coming to the community, her grandmother died and left her about $7,000. On one of her runs on East McKamey she passed a little house on a lot practically overgrown with a wonderful organic garden — tomatoes where hanging from some of the trees the place was so fertile. It was for sale by “this ancient couple that wanted to go back to Arkansas to die,” she said. She used her inheritance and bought the place. The couple left her their freezer and all their canning stuff. It had no insulation and the old couple had not taken anything to the dump in about 30 years. See Life of activism, page 6B
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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Payson Art League The next meeting of the Payson Art League is Tuesday, April 21 at the Church of the Nazarene, 200 E. Tyler Parkway. Bring artwork to show, socialize and enjoy refreshments beginning at 6 p.m. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. and feature Paul Nosa. All are welcome. Nosa draws with a sewing machine to make custom patches inspired by people’s imagination.
Moose Lodge events The Loyal Order of the Moose meetings are at 6 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The Women of the Moose meet at 5:30 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month. The lodge has a Thursday Fish Fry from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and weekly dinner specials are available. Also, on the second, third, and fourth Thursday Diana Marie provides music from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The lodge is open to members and their guests. The Moose Lodge is located on E. Hwy. 260 in Star Valley. For more information, call (928) 474-6212.
Masonic Lodge The Sy Harrison Masonic Lodge #70, located at 200 E. Rancho Road in Payson, meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. For more information, go online to www.paysonmason.org or contact Bill Herzig, secretary, at (928) 474-1305 or (928) 951-2662.
Payson Walkers The Payson Walkers group invites everyone to join its daily, hour-long walk, mostly on pavement. The start time is 8:30 a.m. from the following sites: Wednesday: Walgreens Thursday: Payson Public Library
Friday: Home Depot Saturday: West end of Longhorn Sunday: Senior Circle parking lot Monday: Elks Lodge on Airport Road Tuesday: Parks and Recreation office, Green Valley Park.
The hostess is Carolyn Davis. The presentation at the meeting is “Because We Explore: Adventures in Photography.” Visiting P.E.O.s are welcome. For further information, call Carolyn at (928) 474-2176.
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Members of the Rim Country 4 Wheelers (RC4W) invite anyone interested in four-wheel-drive back road travel to join them at 9 a.m. Wednesdays (until March) in the Bashas’ shopping center parking lot in front of the Big 5 store. The route and destination may be prescheduled or may be decided on the spot; the level of difficulty may range from easy to moderate. Saturday trips are also scheduled at least once a month and are usually decided on at the previous month’s meeting. For all trips, have a full tank of gas, lunch, and a lawn chair. For more information, visit the Web site at www.rimcountry4wheelers.com or call RC4W President Chuck Jacobs at (928) 595-0967.
The Rim Country Republican Club meets Monday, April 27 at Tiny’s Family Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson. Members and guests may gather at 11 a.m. to order lunch and to socialize. Beginning at 11:30 a.m., County Attorney Bradley Beauchamp will speak. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call Nancy Cox at (928) 472-1172 for more information.
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The International Police Association (I.P.A. Region 61 Northern AZ) meets for breakfast at Mazatzal Casino Restaurant at 9 a.m. every Wednesday. All honorably retired law enforcement and active law enforcement personnel are welcome. For more information, call Michelle Dyer at (928) 970-0247 or go online to www.ip_usa.org.
Soroptimists
The local Soroptimist club invites all women who are interested in working with and for the community to improve the status of women to join members for lunch at Tiny’s, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson, at noon Wednesdays. Anyone interested should contact Jean Oliver, (928) 474-6167; or Audrey Wilson. (928) 468-3108.
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The Payson Art League meets at 6 p.m., Tuesday, April 21 at the Church of the Nazarene, 200 E. Tyler Parkway. The guest speaker is Paul Nosa, who draws with a sewing machine to make custom patches.
87 Mountain Biking Club
87 Mountain Biking Club meets at 4 p.m. every Wednesday at the 87 Cyclery shop, 907 S. Beeline Highway. Members have group trail rides throughout Gila County for every level of rider (beginners to advanced). Everyone is encouraged to join and learn about all the great mountain biking trails Payson and the surrounding area has to offer. For more information or questions, please call (928) 478-6203.
Kiwanis issue invitation
Members of the Kiwanis Club of Zane Grey Country, an international service club serving the children of the world, are dedicated to serving our Rim Country youth. It provides scholarships and awards programs for deserving students as well as a special dental program. Other needs of children are supported with community projects, activities and donations. At meetings, speakers inform members of local community happenings and events. The members of Kiwanis invite Rim residents to join them in supporting the area’s children and their
families when they meet at Tiny’s, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson, from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., Thursdays. Contact Mike Clark, (602) 510-9431 or Bobby Davis, (928) 978-4323.
TOPS 0373 TOPS 0373 Payson (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meets at the Senior Circle, 215 N. Beeline Highway, Payson. We meet every Thursday morning. Our weigh-in starts at 7 a.m. Our meeting starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 8:50 a.m. We are a non-profit support group for anyone wishing to drop those extra, unhealthy pounds. You gain new friends, along with invaluable information and support in your weight loss journey. Come check us out! If you have any questions, call Ilona at (928) 472-3331.
Payson Tea Party to screen ‘Atlas Shrugged’ The Payson Tea Party invites community members to attend a screening of the DVD of “Atlas Shrugged” based on Ayn Rand’s 1957 novel by the same name. The second and third parts of the film will be shown from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, 23 and 30 at Tiny’s Restaurant, 600 E. Highway 260, Payson. The film is the classic story of “a hero who exemplified the joy of individual achievement and therefore, the joy of life.” For more information, call (928) 951-6774.
P.E.O. meeting Chapter DF of the P.E.O. Sisterhood meets at 9:30 a.m., Friday, April 24 at the Church of the Nazarene, 200 E. Tyler Parkway, Payson.
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ACROSS 1 Laid fresh concrete on 8 Waste 13 Found 20 Like gushing actors 21 Malia’s sister 22 Kildare locale 23 More with-it red fish? 25 Runs fast 26 1980s NBC sitcom 27 “Teh” for “the,” for one 28 Jazzy singing 29 “Growing Pains” actor Alan 30 Tower for fodder 32 Uncanny 34 24-hr. money sources 36 Japan natives, e.g. 38 “Lookie there, muscle-building stuff!”? 42 Terrestrial chapeau? 44 Dem.’s opponent 45 ___-cone (frozen treat) 46 “Just you wait, ___ ‘iggins ...” 47 Near-failing mark 48 Analyzed 52 Cochlea site 54 “Will ___ learn?!” 58 Beer brand 60 Microwave saltines? 66 Orchestra section 67 ___ Moines 69 Old Spice alternative 70 Reagan speechwriter Peggy 71 Cyberspace address 72 Pars? 75 Lose power 76 “Later!” 79 Arduous trip 80 Suffix with Japan 81 45 half
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The Pine Library Friends’ next meeting is at 1 p.m., Monday, April 27 at the Library Activity Room, located just behind the Cultural Hall in Pine. The guest speaker is William Ahrendt, one of Pine’s own local artists. He holds a master’s degree in art history from Arizona State University and a bachelor’s of fine arts degree in painting from the Cleveland Institute of Art where he won the Institute’s coveted European Study Scholarship. He resided in Europe for 11 years, living mostly in Germany where he attended the Munich Fine Arts Academy of Creative Art and studied painting techniques of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. His style is that of the Old Masters. After returning to his family home in Arizona with his German-born wife, Renate, in 1968, he became chair of the art department at Glendale Community College, retiring in 1979 to concentrate on his fine art career. He has been contributing editor for “Arizona Highways” magazine where his paintings and historical articles have been published in more than 40 issues. He was featured in “Southwest Art” magazine June 1994 and “Art of the West” magazine May 1999. Come and listen to this fascinating artist and see some of his work. Feel free to leave after his presentation or stay for our short business meeting to see what is going on at our library. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call Helen at (602) 540-7028.
SRP Retirees
The Rim Community SRP Retiree Group is having an organizational get-together from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 2 at Rumsey Park’s Ramada 3. Retirees are invited to bring their family, friends, preferred beverages and an appetizer to share. Have questions? Call Craig Solomon (928) 476-2335, Ric Stephenson (480) 323-6933, Chuck Thompson (928) 951-6827, or Jerry Button (928) 970-0895.
Bridge results
Winners at Ladies Tuesday Bridge for April 14 were: Betty da Costa, first; Shirley Schriner, sec-
83 “My gripe is as follows ...” 86 Coup, e.g. 88 Lay new turf on 89 Not well-lit 91 Crab claws 92 Bullfighting cheer 95 Gaudy scarves 98 Be soaked 100 Zool. or ecol. 101 Skeptical egg layer? 105 Disease-free sea predators? 110 Actress Matlin 111 Rat catcher 113 ’60s conflict site 114 “Star Wars” royal 115 Royal home 117 Gillette shaver brand 119 “___ yellow ribbon round ...” 122 Journalist Nellie 123 Not unusual 124 Things found at discount shoe stores? 127 Italian city 128 Steel, for one 129 Adversaries 130 Agrees (to) 131 “Black Velvet” singer Alannah 132 Orchestra leader DOWN 1 Go over again, as old issues 2 Mrs. Oskar Schindler 3 Easy-to-catch hit 4 Org. for Rafael Nadal 5 ___ Cong 6 “___ Time We Say Goodbye” 7 Dictator 8 Air marshal’s org. 9 Copies Dr. Dre 10 U.S. humane org. 11 Put away, as a sword 12 “NewsRadio” co-star Phil 13 Shopping aid 14 Oliver Twist, e.g. 15 Bright red 16 Silverstone or Keys 17 Tall ale mug 18 International compact 19 Cavity filler’s deg. 24 Branching-out points 31 “___ Next Chapter” (Winfrey
ond; Flo Moeur, third. Play is at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Payson Senior Center, 514 W. Main St. Area residents and guests are welcome. Please call Shirley Schriner at (928) 472-6029 for reservations and information. Bridge winners Wednesday, April 15 were: Mary Kastner and Tim Demaray, first; Kay Hutchinson and Kent Teaford, second; Ruth Aucott and Judy Fox, third. For information and reservations, call Kay Hutchinson at (928) 474-0287.
Payson Lions conduct estate sales
The Payson Lions Club is providing a community service for persons wishing to downsize their household by conducting an estate sale. The Lions provide all materials for conducting the sale, advertise in local media, place signage on streets the sale day and man the sale to assure safety and security. Through the Payson Lions Charitable Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) organization, club members service community needs for eye exams, eyeglasses, hearing assistance and other similar Rim Country charity projects. The club’s portion of estate sale proceeds help to fund these projects. For more information, call (928) 474-2176.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other to help others recover from alcoholism. For more information on local meetings, call (928) 474-3620.
Narcotics Anonymous
If you think you may have a problem with drugs, give yourself a break. There is a way out, with the help of other recovering addicts in Narcotics Anonymous. We have been there. Payson meetings: Rim Recovery - Thursday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 6:30 p.m., 107 E. Airline Dr. (Steps House – directly behind old batting cages). Recovery in the Pines- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 p.m. at 213 S. Colcord, Room 213, in rear, off Ash Street (Payson Community Kids Building). Before you use again, please call Bill N. at (928) 978-8001 or Annie W. at (480) 341-3264; NA East Valley Area HELPLINE (480) 897-4636; Arizona NA website: www.arizona-na.org.
Rim Country CoDA
Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a 12-step fellowship of women and men whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. We gather together to support and share with each other in a journey of self discovery — learning to love ourselves. Meeting time is from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Philip’s Catholic Church (education building to right of church), 511 S. St. Philips St., Payson. For details call (480) 244-1393 or (928) 468-1852.
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series) 33 Eat in style 35 Least lenient 37 “___ loves me ...” 39 California’s Point 40 Astra automaker 41 Biblical ark builder 43 ___ and terminer 48 Waylay 49 “Yes, ___!” 50 Peak climber, e.g. 51 Dumbbell 53 Chastised 55 SUV cousins 56 Prefix with warrior 57 “Bringing Up Baby” studio 59 Sang loudly 61 Radius site 62 Part of CRT 63 Alternative to lettuce 64 Oakland footballer 65 Smiles villainously 68 Dinar earner 72 Hovels 73 Once named 74 Lop the crop 77 “___ goin’ down!” 78 Suffix of sugars
81 Pianist’s seat 82 Communal 84 Boxcar rider 85 Bait biter 87 Smack 90 Complain 92 Unit of resistance 93 Frogs and kangaroos 94 Angers a lot 96 Patriarch of Judaism 97 Majestic 99 Juan’s silver 102 Enlighten, in poems 103 Kevin of “Saturday Night Live” 104 Pour gently, as wine 106 “Relapse” rapper 107 Hang a new worm on 108 Word with app or bee 109 Makes the assertion 112 Green shampoo 116 Periods 118 Burn balm 120 Ferber or Krabappel 121 Chick chaser? 123 Nipper’s co. 125 Procedure: Abbr. 126 Dash lengths
PAYSON ROUNDUP CLASSIFIEDS TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2015
MERCHANDISE
CARS
CLERICAL/OFFICE Busy Office Needs Employee
ANIMALS Alfalfa Hay & Bermuda for Sale! 3 String Bales, 928-978-7604 Dachshund Pups; New Litter, Accepting Deposits, 3 Dapples and 3 Black & Cream. Three (3) left of past litter, 8 weeks all Male; 2 Short Hair-black & tan; one Long Hair-black & cream $400. one 6 month old male $200., Call 928-476-6435 Dog Nail Clipping in the comfort and convenience of your home by Tracy. Local professional groomer of 24 years. $12.00 928-978-4959
COLLECTIBLE ITEMS Polish Pottery, Fenton Glass, Sun Purple Glass Available at Pine Country Antiques in Pine, 4078 Highway 87, 928-476-2219
FIREWOOD Full Cord Alligator, Juniper or Oak Split and Delivered, 928-472-7077 or 951-5123/Cell
FURNITURE Curio Cabinet, Dark Wood, Lighted and has 4 Shelves, $200. 269-806-6084
GUNS/KNIVES AR-15 and Ruger P85 pistol Guns for sale in Pine, AZ. New AR-15, 16” barrel, 5.56mm caliber. adjustable stock, 30 round magazine. Ruger P85 pistol. 9mm caliber, 15 round magazine. Good used condition. $599-ar, 250-Ruger 602-677-2386 (Pine cell) Sig/Sauer 9mm Pistol, SP2022 Like New, Includes 700 Rounds of Ammo, 2 Extra Clips, $675. Call 602-317-9040 (Can Text)
MISCELLANEOUS
1932 Ford Roadster, 327/400 Engine, 350 Automatic, 9” Ford Rearend, Rumble seat, 2” Chopped Top, Show Winner,$40,000. 480-560-3678 or 480-967-9210 1982 GMC Pick-up, 4WD, 2 Gas Tanks, $1,500.obo 928-474-9577 1999 Cadillac Eldorado, 125K Miles, Very Good Condition, $4,500. Call 408-300-8583
Ray’s Auto Exchange, 615 W. Main, 928-978-8375 2002 Ford Expedition XLT, Leather Interiors, 22 in. Premium Wheels, 3rd Seat, Real Nice! $5,295. 2011 Ford F150 FX-Ford, Like New, 49K Miles, Fully Loaded, $33,995. 2008 Toyota Highlander, AWD, All the extras including leather, Was $21,900. Now $18,995.OTD 1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport Utility, Was $7690. Now $5995. 2004 Izuzu Rodeo, SUV, Was $6,150. Now $4,995.
RVS 1984 Itasca 26ft. Motor Home in Good Condition, Fully Appointed Including Generator, $3,000. 602-694-6511 or 480-710-1133
20 ft. and 40 ft.: Shipping Containters, 928-537-3257
1999 Class “A” 28’ Motor Home, One Owner, Very Clean, Low Mileage, No Slide Outs, $13,500. Call 928-300-6779
TRACTORS BACKHOE SERVICE AND YARD CLEANING
Electric Wheel Chair; Mint Condition, for more info and if interested Call 928-301-8552
to clean a 1-person home twice each month. Close, in-Payson location. Animal lover preferred. References.
Call Trey Ryder at 928-468-1000
and ask to speak with Norma, who will return your call. Thanks! Patio Chairs, Tables, Umbrellas, Cushions, Smoker, Canner, and Frames, Call for Prices 928-478-1789 THE BLIND DOCTOR Broken Blinds? Saggy Shades? Droopy Drapes? WE CAN FIX THAT! Dani 928-595-2968 BLINDS & DESIGNS Repairs, Sales, Shade Screens & More!
YARD SALES/ AUCTIONS
Tractor, 2009 Montana Diesel w/6’ Bucket, 6’ Gannon, 4x4, Shuttle Shift, Model 2740, 230 Hours, Excellent Condition, In Payson, $1l,500.obo Bill 928-830-0055
TRAILERS 1994 Conquest 34ft Travel Trailer w/One Kick-Out, Permanent @ Lamplighter RV Park, #62, $5,000.obo Call 520-431-2416 Ask for Joe.
TRUCKS 1997 F-250 4x4, 4Dr, Ladder Rack and Tool Box, Good Work Truck, $5,000.obo Call Dale 928-358-2477 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Duramax, Long Box, 4x4, Full Power, Leather, 6 Disc CD, Auxiliary Fuel Tank & Tool Box Combo, New Tires & Brakes, 164K Miles, One Owner, Mint Condition, $19,900. Call 928-978-5254
MOVING SALES
YARD SALES 1. NARFE FUNDRAISER: 1103 S. Sierra Ancha Lane, Payson, Fri. & Sat. April 24 & 25 from 8am to 4pm: Craft supplies, quilt fabric & patterns, and kits. Household and baby items, Plants and vegetable seedlings! 4. 814 E. Park Dr. Fri. & Sat. April 24 & 25 from 8am to ?: Redwood Table, Tools, Collectible Match Box miniature cars and Misc. 5. Huge Yard Sale 71 W. Haught Road Star Valley Sat, Apr 25. 8am-3pm Dining Table w/4 chairs, Wooden double bed futon, high back armchairs, rocking chair with glider foot stool, bookshelves, pictures, household goods, clothes, pictures, 8’ silk plant, and so much more!
6. 5139 Pine Drive, (Strawberry), Fri. Sat. & Sun. April 24, 25 & 26 from 8am to 5pm: HUGE YARD SALE: Retired Antique Dealer going out of Business; 2007 Yamaha Rhino, Furniture, Beds, Saddles, Glass, primitives, Lamps and so much-TOO TOO Much to Mention! FOLLOW THE PINK SIGNS! 7. 912 W. Chatham Dr. Fri. & Sat. April 24 & 25 from 8am to 4pm: Three Family Yard Sale! Lots of Household Items, Furniture, Antiques & Collectibles, New & Used Clothing & Shoes, Lots of Items for Everyone!
Experience preferred; $14-$17 OV\YS` IHZLK VU L_WLYPLUJL email your resume to UHUJ`Z'YPTJV\U[Y`OLHS[O JVT Or pick up an application at 807 West Longhorn, Payson, 5V WOVUL JHSSZ WSLHZL
DENTAL
We offer: Part-time employment in a professional environment Training with an experienced staff for career growth Excellent pay plan, 401(k), paid vacation, insurance, bonuses We require: Excellence in customer service, both in person and on the phone Great communication skills Professional appearance Computer literacy Passion for people Must pass drug screening Must have valid AZ driver’s license and a clean driving record Apply in Person at Chapman Auto in Payson, ask for Danny Way or apply online at Chapmanpayson.com
928-474-5261 100 N. Beeline Hwy. Enthusiastic Cleaner; Must pass Backgound check, Drug testing, and Have own vehicle. Experience a plus but willing to train. 928-951-2563
FT/PT CLEANERS WANTED to Clean Cabins $10-$15/Hr+TIPS, , Flexable Hours, Reliable, Hardworker, Casual Dress, Christopher Creek, Shawna 928-478-4300
Attention Dental Hygienists!
This is a great opportunity! Full Benefits, Excellent Pay and Four Day Work Weeks. Please Stop by: 414 S. Beeline Hwy, Suite 5, Payson, AZ, Call 928-472-9303 Email: cbeierdds@qwestoffice.net or Fax us your Resume 928-472-9554 Thank you! PT Registered Dental Hygienist, To work M & T 8-5pm; Send References and Resumes to: alpinefamilydentistry@ident.com or fax to 928-474-8369
EDUCATION
Busy real estate office in Christopher Creek, AZ needs an office assistant to work 3 days per week. Office experience required with an ability to efficiently manage numerous deadline driven tasks. Excellent customer service skills & extensive computer experience with MS office programs required. Real estate experience a plus. EOE.
Fax resume to: (928) 472-3648
Hiring for all positions in busy restaurant/brewery. FT/PT avail. Apply in person at 3270 N. Hwy 87, Pine AZ
HANDYMAN
HABILITATION TECH Part-time position in an innovative Habilitation setting, providing training, supervision and therapeutic activities for individuals with disabilities. Requirements: 21 yrs of age, good driving record, dependable, pass fingerprint clearance. Experience helpful but training is provided Generous benefit package. Bilingual encouraged. Submit application/resume to: Horizon Human Services, 600 E. HWY 260 #8, Payson, AZ 85547 AA/EOE/M/F D/V
HAULING Home Repair Lawn Care Hauling CD 2014
HOME REPAIRS
Retail Merchandiser
Town of Payson Parks, Recreation and Tourism
GENERAL
* Softball Field Prep * Youth/Adult Sports Officials & Rec Leaders * Event Center Laborers * Special Events laborer
Part-Time/Temporary/Seasonal Various Positions, Mostly Seaking weekends and/or Weeknights
Must be 15 years or older Pick up applications at Parks and Recreation Office 1000 W. Country Club Dr. Payson, AZ
Housekeeper Wanted
to clean a 1-person home twice each month. Close, in-Payson location. Animal lover preferred. References.
Call Trey Ryder at 928-468-1000
and ask to speak with Norma, who will return your call. Thanks!
RON BREWER AUCTIONS
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1x3 CD
The buying and selling solution! www.ronbrewerauctions.com
Our next auction will be an Estate Sale in Star Valley, AZ on April 25, 2015
Auction Starts at 9:00 AM
2)) Your 1st Service 2))
OakLeaf Yardworks Yard Maintenance Minor landscaping and tree trimming. All work affordable. Call:Dennis 928-595-0477 not a licensed contractor
LEGAL SERVICES
APARTMENTS FOR RENT
Now Renting!
Canal Senior Apartments 807 S. Westerly Road Payson, AZ 85541 INCOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY Independent, vibrant living located off Historic Main Street and just down the road from Senior Center. Home-like setting and big smiles from our professional staff. We offer spacious 1 an 2 bedroom apartment homes. For 25 years Syringa Property Management has been creating cheerful communities for individuals who want to enjoy an independent and enriching retirement.
See Manager for details Phone (928) 468-5650 Hearing Impaired TDD# 800-545-1833 x298 Apartments For Rent
Warm & Cozy Community nestled in the Pines!
JOE - 970-1873
Forest Hills Condominiums
Living Trusts Wills/Living Wills Powers of Attorney Deeds Patty Rockwell 928-476-6539
REAL ESTATE
333 N. McLane Large 1-2 Bedrooms WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE WASHER & DRYER COVERED PARKING PET FRIENDLY CLOSE TO RUMSEY PARK & LIBRARY
Call Caroline 928-472-6055
Lazy “D” Ranch RV Park Studio, Apts. & RV Spaces for Rent - Call for Availablity Water/Sewer/Trash & Cable Included 928-474-2442
HOMES FOR SALE
Diamond Point Shadows is now accepting applications for waitress. Please apply in person, Tuesday-Friday after 3:00
HOME INSPECTIONS AZ and ASHI Certified Home Inspector 14 years Experience Payson License #PO0049 www.inspectaz.com Dan Harris 928-970-1187
A Cheerful Heart is Good for the Soul
LAND FOR SALE
Non medical caregiver available 15.00 an hour Susan 602-531-8133 Call The Cheaper Sweeper
Call The Cheaper Sweeper
MISCELLANEOUS
You’ve tried the rest, now try the best!
Certified Caregivers Ready to Provide Personal Care Needs in Your Own Home; 23 years Experience Caring for Women; Cleaning, Errands, Shopping etc. Call Leona 602-359-8926
Windows to Walls, Baseboards to Ceiling Fans WE CLEAN IT ALL!
Gift Certificates Available
Call The Cheaper Sweeper for a free estimate: (928) 472-9897
see attached
HOUSEKEEPING
A Christian who plays an organ, keyboard or guitar
“Spotless Cleaning Services” Licensed, Professional, and Reliable. Free Estimates w/satisfaction guaranteed. Call Today: Home or Business for a Spotless Shine Every Time! 928-225-0657
who is willing to volunteer their talent in accompanying singing each Sunday, from 10:30 to 11:30, for a small non-demoninational congregation.
Housekeeper Wanted
to clean a 1-person home twice each month. Close, in-Payson location. Animal lover preferred. References.
Call Trey Ryder at 928-468-1000
Contact Marv at 474-0160
and ask to speak with Norma, who will return your call. Thanks!
Health Insurance
Tuesday & Friday 1x3 CD
Don’t delay... Adopt a Cat TODAY!
Pine, AZ; $14,777: 0.32 Acre Home Site, in Exclusive Portal 4 Gated Community, For More Info Call 928-978-2252
PAYSON HUMANE SOCIETY 812 S. McLane - 474-5590
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Hotel Manager
Description: This position is responsible for managing all Hotel Operations. The Hotel Manager directs and oversees the following areas: Front Desk, Housekeeping, Hotel Maintenance, Laundry, and Sales /Conference Services. Job Functions (not limited to): Create annual budgets and compare results on a monthly basis. Work with Hospitality Director on planning and forecasting strategies. Manage and track all event and group bookings. Ensure the Hotel Maintenance Database is up to date and accurate. Verify hotel procedures are reviewed and updated on a regular basis. Perform weekly property inspections and report results to the Hospitality Director. Generate monthly hotel statistics on ADR, room revenue, and revpar for the Hospitality Director. Native American Preference applies. Benefits: Competitive Pay, Excellent 401(k) Plan, Medical Package, Generous Paid Time Off, Meal Discounts and more. Apply at Human Resources, M-F 7a-4p, or send Resume to Attention: khinton@777play.com or Kathy Hinton P.O. Box 1820 Payson AZ 85547. EOE
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Gila County Career Opportunities Globe:
Globe cont’d:
Lube Specialist Public Health Nurse Road Maintenance Equipment Operator Temporary Senior Planner** Administrative Clerk Specialist Bailiff Property Appraiser I
Juvenile Detention Officer
Payson: Part-time Deputy Constable WIC Nutritionist
Young: Road Maintenance Equipment Operator
Gila County Sheriff’s Office Positions Sheriff J. Adam Shepherd
www.TomRUSSELLinsurance.com 928-474-1233
Globe and Payson
911 Dispatcher • Detention Officer • Deputy Sheriff • Public Health Nurse (Jail) Temporary Accounting Clerk Specialist
Since 1994 - Behind Fargo’s Steakhouse
Turning 65? We’re the LOCAL Pros!
Gila County is an equal opportunity employer
Applications and salary information available at: www.gilacountyaz.gov **indicates position covers Globe and Payson
Order: 10075364 Cust: -Gila Community College Distric Keywords: Health Care Instructors art#: 20125896 Class: Education Size: 4.00 X 5.00
Creating futures... Cr
Part-time Instructors
Payson Campus - Fall 2015 Comfort Keepers is seeking mature, caring people for non-medical in-home care. Provide companionship, personal care, meal prep, shopping. Experience preferred. Please apply in Person @ 200 W. Frontier St. #K, Payson or call (928) 474-0888.
Back Office Medical Assistant needed for busy primary care office, Full Time, Fax Resume to 928-478-6206
The Fall 2015 semester runs from August 17 through December 10.
HEALTH CARE INSTUCTORS NEEDED To teach Basic Health Care Concepts and Skills (HCE100) which meets on Tuesdays from 7:30 am to 8:20 am and Thursdays from 7:30 am to 10:15 am Requirements: Register ed Nur se To teach Medical Coding & Billing Classes Class times are flexible Requirements: Register ed Nur se or 5 year s exper ience in field
Applications available at the Payson Campus Call or stop by for more information 201 North Mud Springs Road, Payson - 928.468.8039
BOATS Located East of Payson and a little east of Star Valley between Mile Post 257 & 258 turn north on Dealers Choice Road - look for signs.
928-951-0859 FREE Estimates/SENIOR Discounts
(Inexpensive) Not a Licensed Contractor
Medicare Plans (all types) Affordable Care Act Life • Dental Long-term Care Comfort Keepers is seeking mature, caring people for non-medical in-home care. Provide companionship, personal care, meal prep, shopping. Experience preferred. Please apply in Person @ 200 W. Frontier St. #K, Payson or call (928) 474-0888.
RENTALS
AZ Certified Legal Document Preparer / Paralegal AZCLDP #81438
HOME SERVICES
Specialists
COOK, F/T, (Short Order, Fast Pace). Experienced, Reliable, Happy Jack, AZ. Trailer Housing Available. Call MIke: 928-474-4072 or 928-477-2212
Quality Work…Affordable Prices!
Diversified Services IOWA BOY - HONEST, DEPENDABLE
HEALTH CARE 1x3 CD
landscape services-pick up 2014 Yard Maintenance Ɣ Clean Ups Weeds Ɣ Trimming Ɣ Hauling
HAULING
Now Accepting Applications for: P/T House-Keeping Apply in person at Quality Inn of Payson Formerly the Best Western of Payson 801 N. Beeline Hwy NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! MUST BE ABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS
WANTED:
Full job descriptions are on our website. If interested applicants may submit applications online @ www.pineesd.org via Talent Ed portal or call us at 928-476-3283
REPOS: 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms, Starting from $9,989. Call Bronco Homes: 1-800-487-0712
Lawn Care
HOSPITALITY
SERVICES AMERICAN GREETINGS is looking for Retail Merchandisers in Payson. You will ensure the greeting card department is merchandised and maintained to provide customers the best selection. Apply at: WorkatAG.com. Questions? Call 1.888.323.4192
10% Off Your Full Cleanup!
Park Model w/18’x15’ add on in Star Valley 55+. Like new. Great Views. Open House Sat 11-4. 480-258-1929
Apartment For Rent
JIMMY’S ALLTRADES Residential Repairs Since 1993 FREE ESTIMATES Plumbing, Electrical, Sun Screens, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Gutters Cleaned 928-474-6482 not licensed
PT Certified MA for Busy Dermatology Practice in Payson, Submit Resume to Fax 928-472-6025
IRIS GARDEN SERVICE
COMPLETE YARD & GARDEN CLEANUPS, DEBRIS REMOVED, REASONABLE; PAYSON LIC. 928-474-5932 Cell 928-951-3734 not.lic.contr.
DHW Home Services Decks/Porches Sheds Drywall Texture Matching Paint Remodeling 928-595-1555 Credit Cards Accepted not a licensed contractor Don’s Handyman Home Repairs, Mobile Home Roofs, Backhoe Work, Drains, Driveway, Landscaping, Yardwork Tree Trimming, Hauling, Rototilling. 928-478-6139
NOW HIRING: Medical Office Experience Only/Front Office 4-Days-a-week,day/evening hours, must be flexible, Excell & Word,Transcription a plus,Pay-DOE Send Resume & References to: Medical Clinic PO Box 1463, Payson,AZ 85547
MOBILES FOR SALE Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712
Debco Construction
New Homes,Remodels,Decks, Painting, Garages, Wood/Tile Floors, Affordable Prices, Don 928-978-1996, Lic. & Bonded, Res. Lic.#ROC185345 Commercial Lic.#ROC182282 In Payson Area 35 years
928-474-4848
Language Arts Middle School (6/7/8) Teacher 1st Grade Teacher ½ Time Preschool Teacher
AUTOS/VEHICLES 12ft Boat w/15 HP-Motor, 5.5ft wide & Trolling Motor, Swivel Seats, Carpeted Floor, Traler w/Rollers, All Excellent Condition, Priced to Sell! 928-925-0760
CASE MANAGER: Provide case management services for SMI, Substance Abuse population and children/families. Min. req: HS/GED plus 4 years exp in BH or combined BH education and exp with at least 1-year case mgmt. exp; 21 yrs of age
Waitress
Pine Strawberry School
CERTIFIED LIFE GAURD PT Seasonal Pick up application at the Chaparral Pines Main Security Gatehouse.
LANDSCAPING
CONSTRUCTION
SUBWAY: Apply within, Bashas Shopping Center, 128 E. Hwy. 260. Energetic People Come Join Our Crew! PT/FT, Monthly Bonuses. $50. Sign-up Bonus, Vacation Pay.
Charles M. Beier D.D.S.
ADMINISTRATIVE/ PROFESSIONAL Office Assistant
HEALTH CARE
RESTAURANTS
EMPLOYMENT
8. Last Chance Estate Sale 68 Quail Hollow Star Valley
3. 124 S. Lakeshore Rd. Fri. & Sat. April 24 & 25 Starting at 7am: Furniture, Dining Table, Queen Bed, Dresser and More!
Using coded data to produce & submit claims to insurance companies; work directly with insurance companies; review and appealing unpaid and denied claims; general VMÄJL WYVJLK\YLZ
Dental Hygienist.
ESTATE SALES Sat, Apr 25. 9-1 Some furniture and tool left. Lots of clothing, dishes, and bedding.
Medical Billing Specialist
Immediate opening for COURTESY GREETER/ SHUTTLE DRIVER
We are looking for a Full Time
Housekeeper Wanted
Housekeeper Wanted
Medical Billing Specialist
PRICED REDUCED
“BEST PRICES IN TOWN AND FRIENDLY SERVICE” Tree-Trimming, Brush Removal with Hauling Service WE ALSO SELL FIREWOOD
928-951-6590 928-978-5473
Full-Time Position. Paid vacation. Fax resume to: 928-474-3067
CHAPMAN AUTO CENTER
1994 Class-A 29ft Motor Home Winnebago Itaska Sun Cruiser, Fully Equipped, Jacks, Solar, 454 Chevy Engine, 50K Miles, $11,500. 928-978-1507
*CANCER CASES* www.cancerbenefits.com Call 800-414-4328.
BUSY OFFICE NEEDS NEW EMPLOYEE with Real Estate License and Reliable Vehicle.
GENERAL Courtesy Driver
3B
Caregiver: Must have Experience in an ALF, with ALL Certification & Fingerprint Clearance, Call 928-468-2461
“Gila Community College continues to provide academic and workforce development to the adults of Gila County”
“COME GROW WITH US”
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4B Order: 10074885 Cust: -Town of Payson / HR Keywords: Dispatcher 911-200644- on server art#: 20125215 Class: Administrative/Professional Size: Town 2.00 X 2.00of Payson, Police/Fire/911
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INSURANCE STAFF POSITION • Assist with agent’s marketing efforts. • Provide quality service to State Farm policyholders. • Prepare forms, policies and endorsements.
This employment opportunity is with a State Farm Agent, not with State Farm Insurance Companies and requires the successful completion of licensing requirements to solicit and service State Farm products. Drop off resume to: 904 S. Beeline Highway, #A EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Order: 10075353 Cust: -Majestic Rim / Compass Senior Keywords: Universal Worker art#: 20125879 Class: General Size: 2.00 X 3.00
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15737: 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21/2015 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GILA RUTZ PROPERTIES, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company, Plaintiff, v. MICHAEL G. LEWIS; KENNETH M. WARD, LEXINGTON NATIONAL INSURANCE CORP.; CHAPARRAL PINES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, an unknown association; JOHN DOES I-X; JANE DOES I-X; XYZ PARTNERSHIPS I-X; UNKNOWN HEIRS OR DEVISEES OF ANY DECEASED DEFENDANTS, I-X; PARTIES IN POSSESSION I-X; SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OR ASSIGNS, I-X; GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES, I-X Defendants. THE STATE OF ARIZONA TO DEFENDANTS . MICHAEL G. LEWIS; KENNETH M. WARD, LEXINGTON NATIONAL INSURANCE CORP.; CHAPARRAL PINES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, an unknown association; JOHN DOES I-X; JANE DOES I-X; XYZ PARTNERSHIPS I-X; UNKNOWN HEIRS OR DEVISEES OF ANY DECEASED DEFENDANTS, I-X; PARTIES IN POSSESSION I-X; SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OR ASSIGNS, I-X; GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES, I-X, THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DEVISEES OF ANY DECEASED DEFENDANT AND ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH A REDEEMABLE INTEREST IN GILA COUNTY TAX PARCEL ID 302-87-614 YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to appear and de-
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fend, within the time applicable, in this action in this court. If served within Arizona, you appear and defend within 20 days after the service of the Summons and Complaint upon you, service, by registered or certified mail, or by publication - you shall appear and defend exclusive of the day of service. Where process is served upon the Arizona Director or Insurance as an insurer’s attorney to receive service of legal process against it in this state, the insurer shall not be required to appear, answer to plead until expiration of 40 days after date of such service upon the Director. Service by registered or certified mail within the State of Arizona is complete 30 days after the date of receipt by the party being served. Service by publication is complete 30 days after the date of first publication. Direct service is complete when made. Service upon the Arizona Motor Vehicle Superintendent is complete 30 days after filing the Affidavit of Compliance and return receipt or Officer’s Return, RCP 4; ARS Sections 20-222, 28-502, 28-503. Copies of the pleadings filed herein may be obtained by contacting the Clerk of the Superior Court, Gila County, located at 1400 E. Ash St., Globe, AZ 85501. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that in case of your failure to appear and defend within the time applicable, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. REQUESTS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES MUST BE MADE TO THE DIVISION ASSIGNED TO THE CASE BY PARTIES AT LEAST THREE JUDICIAL DAYS IN ADVANCE OF A SCHEDULED COURT PROCEEDING. YOU ARE CAUTIONED that in order to appear and defend, you must file an Answer or proper response in writing with the Clerk of the Court, accompanied by the necessary filing fee, within the time required, and you are required to serve a copy of any Answer or response upon the Plaintiff’s attorney. RCP 10(d); ARS Section 12-311, RCP 5. The name and address of Plaintiff’s attorneys are: Shawn C. White, Frederick C. Horn, STERNFELS & WHITE, P.L.L.C., 16803 E. Palisades Blvd., Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268 SIGNED AND SEALED THIS DATE: 10/1/14 By /s/ Karen Rubalcava, Deputy Clerk 15741: 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28/2015 TS No. AZ07000058-15-1 APN 301-08-003 4 TO No. 8529104 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated November 30, 2006 and recorded on December 5, 2006 as Instrument No. 2006-020435 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Gila County, Arizona at public auction to the highest bidder At the main entrance to the Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, AZ 85501 on 6/12/2015 at 11:00 AM on said day. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5058 N Bear Trail, Strawberry, AZ 85544 LOT 3, STRAWBERRY RANCH FOUR, ACCORDING TO MAP NO. 308, RECORDS OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA. APN: 301-08-003 4 Original Principal Balance $283,500.00 Name and
Address of original Trustor JOHN E WALLEN, A SINGLE MAN 5058 N Bear Trail, Strawberry, AZ 85544 Name and Address of the Beneficiary OneWest Bank N.A. c/o Financial Freedom, a division of OneWest Bank N.A. 2900 ESPERANZA CROSSING AUSTIN, TX 78758 Name and Address of Trustee MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 800-367-8939 Said sale will be made for cash (payable at time of sale), but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note secured by said Trust Deed, which includes interest thereon as provided in said Note, advances, if any under the terms of said Trust Deed, interest on advances, if any, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Trust Deed. The Trustee will accept only cash or cashier’s check for reinstatement or price bid payment. Reinstatement payment must be paid before five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) on the last day other than a Saturday or legal holiday before the date of sale. The purchaser at the sale, other than the Beneficiary to the extent of his credit bid, shall pay the price bid no later than five o’clock P.M. (5:00 P.M.) of the following day, other than a Saturday or legal holiday If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Conveyance of the property shall be without warranty, express or implied, and subject to all liens, claims or interest having a priority senior to the Deed of Trust. The Trustee shall not express an opinion as to the condition of title. DATE: March 4, 2015 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Rosenda Cardenas, Authorized Signatory Manner of Trustee qualification: Real Estate Broker, as required by ARS Section 33-803, Subsection A Name of Trustee’s regulator: Arizona Department of Real Estate SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.priorityposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Priority Posting and Publishing 714-573-1965 State of ARIZONA County of MARICOPA On this 4th day of March, 2015, before me, LINDSAY M. BROWN personally appeared ROSENDA CARDENAS whose identity was proven to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person who he or she claims to be, and acknowledged that he or she signed the above/attached document. Lindsay M. Brown Notary Public Maricopa County, Arizona My Comm. Expires 04-09-15 Lindsay M. Brown, Notary Public Commission Expires: April 9, 2015 P1137633 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 04/28/2015 15745: 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5/2015 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File ID. #15-40273 Mayo Notice is hereby given that David W. Cowles, Attorney at Law, as trustee (or successor trustee, or substituted trustee), pursuant to the Deed of Trust which had an original balance of $168,300.00 executed by Patrick J Mayo, a married man, 2808 W. Nicklaus Drive Payson, AZ 85541 , dated December 10, 2011 and recorded December 16, 2011, as Instrument No./Docket-Page 2011-013755 of Official Records in the office of the
LEGAL NOTICES County Recorder of Gila County, State of Arizona, will sell the real property described herein by public auction on June 24, 2015 at 11:00 AM, at the front entrace to the County Courthouse, 1400 East Ash, Globe, AZ., to the highest bidder for cash (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States and acceptable to the Trustee, payable in accordance with ARS 33-811A), all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and more fully described as: Lot 217 and 218, of COUNTRY CLUB VISTA, UNIT TWO, according to the plat of record in the office of the county recorder of Gila County, Arizona, recorded in Map(s) No. 261. The street address/location of the real property described above is purported to be: 2808 W. Nicklaus Drive Payson, AZ 85541. Tax Parcel No.: 302-38-218A 5. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The beneficiary under the aforementioned Deed of Trust has accelerated the Note secured thereby and has declared the entire unpaid principal balance, as well as any and all other amounts due in connection with said Note and/or Deed of Trust, immediately due and payable. Said sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as proved in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust Current Beneficiary:Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.; Care of/Servicer: Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc. One Home Campus Des Moines, IA 50328; Current Trustee: David W. Cowles 2525 East Camelback Road #300 Phoenix, Arizona 85016 (602) 255-6000. Dated: 03/25/2015 /S/David W. Cowles, Attorney at Law, Trustee/Successor Trustee under said Deed of Trust, and is qualified to act as Successor Trustee per ARS Section 33-803 (A) 2, as a member of the Arizona State Bar. STATE OF ARIZONA, County of Maricopa. This instrument was acknowledged before me on 03/25/2015, by DAVID W. COWLES, Attorney at Law, as Trustee/Successor Trustee. /S/Judy Quick, Notary Public Commission expiration is 04/20/2017. NOTICE: This proceeding is an effort to collect a debt on behalf of the beneficiary under the referenced Deed of Trust. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Unless the loan is reinstated, this Trustee’s Sale proceedings will result in foreclosure of the subject property. A-4518762 04/14/2015, 04/21/2015, 04/28/2015, 05/05/2015 15747: 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28/2015 Notice of Trustee’s Sale Recorded on: 3/3/2015 TS No. : AZ-14-653836-JP Order No. : 14-116737 The following legally described trust property will be sold, pursuant to the power of Sale under that certain Deed of Trust dated 8/21/2007 and recorded 8/24/2007 as Instrument 2007-014257 , in the office of the County Recorder of GILA County, Arizona at public auction to the
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Central Arizona Government’s (CAG) Fiscal Year 2015-2025 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is available for review. The TIP will be available for review and comment from April 1, 2015 to May 15, 2015. A copy of the TIP is available during normal business hours at 1075 S. Idaho Road, Apache Junction, Arizona, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM or can be downloaded from the CAG website (www.cagaz.org). If you have any comments or questions please contact Andy Smith at 480-4749300 or by email at asmith@cagaz.org. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, this notice also serves to inform interested parties that maximum reasonable accommodation for physical and information access to and regarding the proposed project will be provided to person(s) with special needs.
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highest bidder: Sale Date and Time: 6/8/2015 at 11:00 AM Sale Location: AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE GILA COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1400 EAST ASH ST., GLOBE, ARIZONA 85501 Legal Description: ESCROW NO. 235-4916684(psv) ALL AND SINGULAR THAT CERTAIN LOT, PIECE AND PARCEL OF GROUND LYING AND BEING IN EAST GLOBE, GILA COUNTY, STATE OF ARIZONA, AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 9, BLOCK 1-C, OF EAST GLOBE MAP NO. 2, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA, RECORDED IN MAP NO. 15. Purported Street Address: 610 FEGAN ST, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Tax Parcel Number: 208-05-078 Original Principal Balance: $89,594.00 Name and Address of Current Beneficiary: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. C/O Bank of America, N.A. 7105 Corporate Drive Plano, TX 75024 Name(s) and Address(s) of Original Trustor(s): TRACEY D MILLER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN 7801 S SIXSHOOTER CANYON, GLOBE, AZ 85501 Name and Address of Trustee/Agent: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: ( 866 ) 645-7711 Sales Line: 714-730-2727 Login to: w w w. s e r v i c e l i n k a s a p . c o m AZ-14-653836-JP The successor trustee qualifies to act as a trustee under A.R.S. §33-803(A)(1) in its capacity as a licensed Arizona escrow agent regulated by the Department of Financial Institutions. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations . If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . TS No.: AZ-14-653836-JP Dated: 3/2/2015 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION By: Rachel C. Hamburg, Assistant Secretary A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of: California County of: San Diego On 3/2/2015 before me, Christine Marie Bitanga a notary public, personally appeared Idalia Albarran, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument . I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WIT NESS my hand and official seal. Signature Christine Marie Bitanga Commission No. 2041697 NOTARY PUBLIC California San Diego County My Comm. Expires 9/17/2017 IDSPub #0080144 4/7/2015 4/14/2015 4/21/2015 4/28/2015 15749: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1/2015 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF GILA In the Matter of: ANASTASIYA SMOLINA Minor Child, NATALIIA PETERS, and BRIAN PETERS, husband and wife, Petitioners. CASE AD201300022
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AMENDED NOTICE TO POTENTIAL FATHER OF ADOPTION PROCEEDINGS Notice is given to YEVGENIY MYKHAILOVYCH SMOLIN that you have been identified by NATALIIA PETRIVNA SMOLINA, the natural mother, residing at 1000 N. Beeline Highway, #224, Payson, Arizona 85541, USA, as a potential father of a child born on May 3, 2002, in the City of Kharkiv, Ukraine. You are informed of the following: 1. Nataliia Petrivna Smolina, the natural mother, plans to place the child for adoption. 2. Under Sec. 8-106 and 8-107, Arizona Revise Statutes, you have the right to consent or withhold consent to the adoption. Order: 10075156 Cust: -Central Arizona Association of Keywords: CAG Section 5310 art#: 20125612 Class: Public Notices Size: 4.00 X 6.00
3. Your written consent to the adoption is irrevocable once you give it. 4. If you withhold consent to the adoption, you must initiate paternity proceedings under title 25, chapter 6, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, and serve the mother within thirty days after completion of service of this notice. 5. You have the obligation to proceed to judgment in the paternity action. 6. You have the right to seek custody. 7. If you are established as the child’s father, you must begin to provide financial support for the child. 8. If you do not file a paternity action under title 25, chapter 6, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, and do not serve the mother within thirty days after completion of the service of this notice and pursue the action to judgment, you cannot bring or maintain any action to assert any interest in the child. 9. The Indian child welfare act may supersede the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding adoption and paternity. 10. You may wish to consult an attorney to assist you in responding to this notice. 15752: 4/21/2015 NOTICE OF INTENTION TO GRANT THE RENEWAL OF A NON-EXCLUSIVE NON-PUBLIC WATER FRANCHISE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the BONITA CREEK LAND AND HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION has filed with the Board of Supervisors of Gila County, Globe, Arizona, an Application for Franchise, pursuant to A.R.S. §40-283 for the 15-year renewal of a non-exclusive, non-public service franchise to provide domestic and residential water to its member homes. The service area is known as Bonita Creek, which is located approximately 25 miles northeast of Payson, Arizona, in the unincorporated area of Gila County. The franchised area is described as follows: South Half (S½) of the Southeast Quarter (SE ¼) and the Northeast Quarter (NE¼) of the Southeast Quarter (SE¼) of Section 31, Township 12 North, Range 11 East, and the Northwest Quarter (NW¼) of the Southwest Quarter (SW¼) of Section 32, Township 12 North, Range 11 East, G&SRB&M, Gila County, Arizona. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Supervisors intends to grant the renewal of this Franchise for a period of fifteen (15) years. The public hearing will take place at 10:00 a.m. on May 5, 2015, in the Supervisors’ Auditorium, Gila County Courthouse, 1400 E. Ash Street, Globe, Arizona. All interested parties and the public are invited to attend at this location or by ITV (interactive television) at 610 E. Highway 260, Board of Supervisors’ Conference Room, Payson, Arizona. If on or before such date more than fifty percent of the qualified electors of the County petition the Board of Supervisors to deny such privilege, it shall do so, and any privilege granted against such petition shall be void. Dated at Globe, Gila County, Arizona this 8th day of April 2015. /s/ Marian Sheppard Marian Sheppard, Clerk of the Board Gila County Board of Supervisors 15756: 4/17, 4/21, 4/24/2015 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT NONPROFIT CORPORATION 1. CURRENT ENTITY NAME: FIRST SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH OF PAYSON, ARIZONA 2. A.C.C. FILE NUMBER: 0082120-0 3. Date the attached amendment was adopted: 02/01/2015 4. 4.2 (x) The Amendment was duly adopted by act of the Members. AND 4.3 (x) The Amendment was approved by the person or persons required by the Articles of Incorporation. 5. Corporation’s amendment; Exhibit A: FIRST SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH OF PAYSON, ARIZONA February 2, 2015. Refer to original Article of Incorporation Incorporated march 4, 1971. First Southern Baptist Church of Payson, Arizona name is now being changed to: Tonto Village Chapel, 711 W. Haught Ave., Payson, AZ 85541. Per minutes of meeting held April 30, 2015, the new statutory agent is: Accounting For You, LLC, 200 W. Frontier St. Suite Q. Payson, AZ 85541. SIGNATURE: By checking the box marked “I accept” below, I acknowledge under penalty of perjury that this document together with any attachments is submitted in compliance with Arizona Law. (x) I ACCEPT; /s/ Mark Pratt, Mark Pratt, President 02/02/2015. 15757: 4/21, 4/28/2015 ORDINANCE NO. 865 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, AMENDING TOWN CODE SECTIONS 33.56 AND 33.58 CONCERNING THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD AND SECTION
LEGAL NOTICES 154-02-014 PART III OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE TO CONSOLIDATE THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION WITH THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD, CLARIFY THE ROLES OF TOWN STAFF AND THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD, AND AMEND THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR OR DESIGNEE, AND THE PROCESS TO APPEAL DESIGN REVIEW DECISIONS. WHEREAS, certain new development, businesses, and/or construction within the Town are required to obtain approvals from one or more of the Town’s various Boards and Commissions; and WHEREAS, in many cases, these approvals are provided by the Planning and Zoning Commission (“the Commission”) and the Design Review Board (“DRB”); and WHEREAS, the approvals from these various Boards and Commissions can extend the approval process; increase costs for developers; require additional and/or duplicative Town Staff time and effort; frustrate Board and Commission Members who are not making a truly final decision; and create the possibility of inconsistent approvals; and WHEREAS, the Council desires to streamline the development approval process by designating the Commission to perform the DRB functions of recommending amendments to the Design Review Guidelines and hearing appeals of the Community Development Director; and WHEREAS, on March 2, 2015, the Commission conducted a public hearing concerning the proposed amendments of Section 154-02-014 Part III of the Unified Development Code of the Town of Payson as set forth in Exhibit B and voted 3-2 to recommend those proposed amendments for adoption by the Town Council; and WHEREAS, the Town Council held Public Hearings on March 19, 2015 and April 2, 2015 on the recommended amendments set forth in Exhibits A and B to Resolution 2837; and WHEREAS, the Town desires to enact the recommended amendments, NOW, THEREFORE, THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, DO HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: That the amendments to Payson Town Code Sections 33.56 and 33.58 set forth as Exhibit A to Resolution 2837 were declared to be a public record, and that the amendments are hereby referred to and adopted by this Ordinance as though all of the provisions thereof were set forth in full in this Ordinance. SECTION 2: That the amendments to Payson Town Code Section 154-02-014 Part III of the Unified Development Code set forth as Exhibit B to Resolution 2837 were declared to be a public record, and that the amendments are hereby referred to and adopted by this Ordinance as though all of the provisions thereof were set forth in full in this Ordinance. SECTION 3: All other code provisions, ordinances, or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed as of the effective date hereof. SECTION 4: If any section, subsection, or other portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Common Council of the Town of Payson, Arizona, this 2nd day of April, 2015, by the following vote: AYES: 6 NAYES: 0 ABSENT: 1 ABSTAINED: 0 ___________________________ Kenny J. Evans, Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: ____________________________ Silvia Smith, Town Clerk Hector M. Figueroa, Town Attorney I, SILVIA SMITH, TOWN CLERK, DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF THE ORDINANCE NO. 865 ADOPTED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA ON THE ____ DAY OF _____________, 2015, WAS POSTED IN THREE PLACES ON THE _____ DAY OF ______________, 2015. ____________________________ Silvia Smith, Town Clerk
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LEGAL NOTICES 15758: 4/21, 4/28/2015 ORDINANCE NO. 866 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, AMENDING PAYSON TOWN CODE SECTION 154-14-009 OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE RELATING TO RELIEF FROM THE PROHIBITIONS ON HOME OCCUPATIONS. WHEREAS, the Town of Payson regulates businesses, land use, and residential zoning for Payson the benefit of Town of Payson; and WHEREAS, in 2010, the Mayor and Council approved Ordinance 791 and Resolution 2577 amending the Unified Development Code to give residents greater opportunities to utilize their residences for certain Home Occupations; and WHEREAS, Section 154-14-009 provided for conditional use permits to expand the circumstances in which residents could operate Home Occupations and the Council finds that it is in the interest of the Town of Payson to expand the grounds for the conditional use permits; and WHEREAS, the Town Council held Public Hearings on March 19, 2015 and April 2, 2015 on the amendments to Section 154-14-009; and WHEREAS, the Town desires to enact the amendments to Section 154-14-009. NOW, THEREFORE, THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA, DO HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: That the amendments to Payson Town Code Section 154-14-009 of the Unified Development Code set forth as Exhibit A to Resolution 2838 were declared to be a public record, and that the amendments are hereby referred to and adopted by this Ordinance as though all of the provisions thereof were set forth in full in this Ordinance. SECTION 2: All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance or any part of the Code adopted herein by reference are hereby repealed. SECTION 3: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance or any part of the Code adopted herein by reference, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Common Council of the Town of Payson, Arizona, this 2nd day of April, 2015, by the following vote: ? AYES: 6 NAYES: 0 ABSENT: 1 ABSTAINED: 0 ____________________________ Kenny J. Evans, Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: ____________________________ Silvia Smith, Town Clerk Hector M. Figueroa, Town Attorney I, SILVIA SMITH, TOWN CLERK, DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT A TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF THE ORDINANCE NO. _______ ADOPTED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PAYSON, ARIZONA ON THE ____ DAY OF _____________, 2015, WAS POSTED IN THREE PLACES ON THE _____ DAY OF ______________, 2015. ____________________________ Silvia Smith, Town Clerk 15759: 4/21, 4/28/2015 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The Town of Payson will accept sealed Bids at the office of the Town Clerk, 303 North Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona, 85541, until 11:00 AM, MST on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 for roadway base replacement and placement of approximately 1,156 square yards of asphaltic pavement on the roadway base. At that time, bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids must be clearly marked: Sealed bid Roadway Paving Pioneer Trail, Boulder Ridge Road and Continental Drive
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bidding documents may be obtained from Town of Payson, 303 North Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona, 85541, Town Clerks Department, (928) 474-5242. A pre-bid conference will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 10:00 AM (MST) in the Council Chambers, 303 North Beeline Highway Payson, Arizona. This conference will be to discuss any questions bidders may have on the project. Bidder shall be a licensed General Contractor in the State of Arizona. Contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local nondiscrimination statutes in the operation, implementation and delivery of, including state and federal civil rights and disabilities laws. In particular, the contractor shall ensure that the Town of Payson’s obligation for program, facility and service accessibility in Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act are complied with in all activities arising under this contract, and shall hold harmless the Town of Payson for any and all loss, including but not limited to damages, costs or expenses, incurred or arising from any alleged violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act under the auspices of this contract unless resulting from an intentional or actual negligent act of the Town of Payson and its employees. Failure to comply with the nondiscrimination or accessibility requirements herein shall be construed as nonperformance and may result in termination of funding, civil action or both. Bids must be submitted on the Proposal Form provided and be accompanied by a Certified or Cashier’s Check or Surety Bond payable to the Town of Payson, Arizona, for not less than Ten Percent (10%) of the total bid. Advertised: April 21, and 28, 2015 15760: 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12/2015 ARIZONA SUPERIOR COURT, COUNTY OF GILA In re the Marriage of: Jorge Efren Fuentes Hernandez, Petitioner, and Arcelia Fimbres Vargas, Respondent. Case No. DO-201500002 SUMMONS (Petition for Dissolution of Marriage). TO: Arcelia Fimbres Vargas; STREET ADDRESS: Avenida 18 deMamoy Hidalgo, (Colonia La Esperanza #110; CITY, STATE, ZIP: Gasas Grandes, Ghihuahua, Mexico 31631. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to appear and defend, within the time applicable, in this action in this Court. If served within Arizona, you shall appear and defend within twenty (20) days after the service of the Summons and Petition upon you, exclusive of the day of service. If served outside of the State of Arizona whether by direct service, or by publication - you shall appear and defend within thirty (30) days after the service of the Summons and Petition upon you is complete, exclusive of the day of service. Service by publication is complete thirty (30) days after the date of first publication. Direct service is complete when made. Service by mail must include signature confirmation or certified mail, signed return receipt signed by the party to be served; and, an Affidavit filed with the Court by the serving party stating (a) that the summons and a copy of the pleading and other documents being served were dispatched to the party being served; (b) that such papers were in fact
received by the party as evidenced by the receipt, or copy of the signature confirmation containing the signature of the party served and cash register receipt or package label, a copy of which shall be attached to the Affidavit, and (c) the date of receipt by the party being served and the date of the return of the receipt or signature confirmation to the sender. Service by mail shall be deemed complete from the date of receipt by the party being served, provided that no default may be had on such service until the required affidavit has been filed. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that in case of your failure to appear and defend within the time applicable, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Petition. YOU ARE CAUTIONED that in order to appear and defend, you must file and Answer/Response or other proper response in writing with the Clerk of this Court, accompanied by the necessary filing fee, within the time required, and you are required to serve a copy of an. Answer/Response or other response upon the Petition. A copy of the Summons and Petition, together with all accompanying and attached documents in the above entitled matter, can be obtained from the Petitioner at: JORGE EFREN FUENTES HERNANDEZ, 1107 S. MCLANE RD #24, PAYSON, AZ 85541. Either spouse, or both spouses, may file in the conciliation court a petition invoking the jurisdiction of the court for the purpose of preserving the marriage by effecting conciliation between the parties. REQUESTS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR PERSON WITH DISABILITIES MUST BE MADE TO THE DIVISION ASSIGNED TO THE CASE BY PARTIES AT LEASE THREE (3) JUDICIAL DAYS IN ADVANCE OF A SCHEDULED COURT PROCEEDING. SIGNED AND SEALED THIS DATE: ANITA EXCOBEDO, CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT, GILA COUNTY By: /s/ , Deputy Clerk 15762: 3/21, 3/24, 3/28/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: STONEFIRE JEWELRY LLC File No. L-199070-9 II. The address of the known place of business is: 149 Cordova, Tonto Basin, AZ 85553 III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Gary Uptain, PO Box 355, Tonto Basin, AZ 85553. (B) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Gary Uptain, (x) member, PO Box 355, Tonto Basin, AZ 85553; Karol Uptain, (x) member, PO Box 355, Tonto Basin, AZ 85553. 15764: 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12/2015 No. CV2014-00144 / RUTZ PROPERTIES LLC v LEWIS SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION STERNFELS & WHITE, P.L.L.C. Shawn C. White, Esq., SBN: 022755 Frederick C. Horn, Esq., SBN015458 16803 E. Palisades Blvd. Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268 Telephone: (480) 816-9985 Facsimile: (480) 816-5342 Email: swhite@sternfelslaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiffs IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF
LEGAL NOTICES GILA RUTZ PROPERTIES, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company, Plaintiff, v. MICHAEL G. LEWIS ; KENNETH M. WARD; LEXINGTON NATIONAL INSURANCE CORP.; CHAPARRAL PINES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, an unknown association; JOHN DOES I-X; JANE DOES I-X; ABC CORPORATIONS I-X; XYZ PARTNERSHIPS I-X; UNKNOWN HEIRS OR DEVISEES OF ANY DECEASED DEFENDANTS, I-X; PARTIES IN POSSESSION I-X; SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OR ASSIGNS, I-X; GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES, I-X, Defendants. No. CV 201400144 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF ARIZONA TO DEFENDANTS MICHAEL G. LEWIS ; KENNETH M. WARD; LEXINGTON NATIONAL INSURANCE CORP.; CHAPARRAL PINES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, an unknown association; JOHN DOES I-X; JANE DOES I-X; ABC CORPORATIONS I-X; XYZ PARTNERSHIPS I-X; UNKNOWN HEIRS OR DEVISEES OF ANY DECEASED DEFENDANTS, I-X; PARTIES IN POSSESSION I-X; SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OR ASSIGNS, I-X; GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES, I-X, THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, UNKOWN HEIRS OR DEVISEES OF ANY DECEASED DEFENDANT AND ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH A REDEEMABLE INTEREST IN GILA COUNTY TAX PARCEL ID 302-87-614 YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to appear and defend, within the time applicable, in this action in this court. If served within Arizona, you appear and defend within 20 days after the service of the Summons and Complaint upon you, exclusive of the day of service. If served out of the State of Arizona — whether by direct service, by registered or certified mail, or by publication — you shall appear and defend within 30 days after the service of the Summons and Complaint upon you is complete, exclusive of the day of service. Where process is served upon the Arizona Director or Insurance as an insurer’s attorney to receive service of legal process against it in this state, the insurer shall not be required to appear, answer to plead until expiration of 40 days after date of such service upon the Director. Service by registered or certified mail within the State of Arizona is complete 30 days after the date of receipt by the party being served. Service by publication is complete 30 days after the date of first publication. Direct service is complete when made. Service upon the Arizona Motor Vehicle Superintendent is complete 30 days after filing the Affidavit of Compliance and return receipt or Officer’s Return, RCP 4; ARS Sections 20-222, 28-502, 28-503. Copies of the pleadings filed herein may be obtained by contacting the Clerk of the Superior Court, Gila County, located at 1400 E. Ash St., Globe, AZ 85501. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that in case of your failure to appear and defend within the time applicable, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. REQUESTS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES MUST BE MADE TO THE DIVISION ASSIGNED TO THE CASE BY PARTIES AT LEAST THREE JUDICIAL DAYS IN ADVANCE OF A SCHEDULED COURT PROCEEDING.
LEGAL NOTICES YOU ARE CAUTIONED that in order to appear and defend, you must file an Answer or proper response in writing with the Clerk of the Court, accompanied by the necessary filing fee, within the time required, and you are required to serve a copy of any Answer or response upon the Plaintiff’s attorney. RCP 10(d); ARS Section 12-311, RCP 5. The name and address of Plaintiff’s attorneys are: Shawn C. White, Frederick C. Horn, STERNFELS & WHITE, P.L.L.C. 16803 E. Palisades Blvd. Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268 SIGNED AND SEALED THIS DATE: 10/1/14 By Illegible Clerk 15765: 4/21, 4/24, 4/28/2015 NOTICE (for publication) ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I. Name: CHAPPARAL PINES LOT 807, LLC File No. L-1980910-9 II. The address of the known place of business is: 2307 E. Blue Bell Circle, Payson, AZ 85541. III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Jacob Sopeland, 2307 E. Blue Bell Circle, Payson, AZ 85541. (B) Management of the limited liability company is reserved to the members. The names and addresses of each person who is a member are: Jacob Sopeland, (x) member, 2307 E. Blue Bell Circle, Payson, AZ 85541; Patrick Phaneuf (x) member, 2307 E. Blue Bell Circle, Payson, AZ 85541; Michael Schlacter, (x) member, 2307 E. Blue Bell Circle, Payson, AZ 85541. 15766: 4/21, 4/28, 5/5/2015 Notice: Notice is given to JOHN DOE that you have been identified by Talisa Thiele, the natural mother, residing at 615 W. Main St. Payson, AZ, as a potential father of a child born on September 13, 2014 in Payson, Arizona. You are informed of the following: 1. Talisa Thiele, the natural mother, plans to place the child for adoption. 2. Under §§ 8-106 and 8-107, Arizona Revised Statutes , you have the right to consent or withhold consent to the adoption. 3. Your written consent to the adoption is irrevocable once you give it. 4. If you withhold consent to the adoption, you must initiate paternity proceedings under title 25, chapter 6, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, and serve the mother within thirty days after completion of service of this notice. 5. You have the obligation to proceed to judgment in the paternity action. 6. You have the right to seek custody. 7. If you are established as the child’s father you must begin to provide financial support for the child. 8. If you do not file a paternity action under title 25, chapter 6, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, and do not serve the mother within thirty days after completion of the service of this notice and pursue the action to judgment, you cannot bring or maintain any action to assert any interest in the child. 9. The Indian child welfare act may supersede the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding adoption and paternity. 10. You may wish to consult with an attorney to assist you in responding to this notice.
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Under Section 5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities (49 U.S.C. 5310) transportation program of the U.S. Department of Transportation-Federal Transit Administration the Central Arizona Governments (CAG) is requesting comment on the CAG Human Services Coordinated Transportation Plan. This provides notice that Central Arizona Governments (CAG) is accepting comments from residents and interested parties within Gila and Pinal counties (cities, towns, tribal communities). This grant program provides coordination assistance to eligible organizations that provide vehicles to transport seniors and disabled persons. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, this notice also serves to inform interested parties that maximum reasonable accommodation for physical and information access to and regarding the proposed project will be provided to person(s) with special needs. Transportation service providers in your area may be applicants for the Section 5310 grant program, and may include, but are not limited to, the following applicants: CAG, Central Arizona Council on Developmental Disabilities, Coolidge Cotton Express, Cobre Valley Transit, GEST, Globe Active Adult Center, Horizon Human Services, Pinal Hispanic Council, East Valley Adult Resources, Mountain Health and Wellness, On the Go Express, Payson Multi-Purpose Senior Center, Pinal County, PPEP/Encompass, Pinal Gila Council for Senior Citizens, San Carlos Apache Nnee Bich’ o Nii Services, Town of Hayden, Town of Kearny, and City of Maricopa. Anyone wishing to review and comment on submitted CAG Human Services Coordinated Plan should do so by June 30, 2015, to CAG, located at 1075 S. Idaho Road, Suite 300, Apache Junction, AZ 85119. The CAG Human Services Coordinated Plan can be viewed on the CAG website: http://www.cagaz.org/ For further information, contact Angela Gotto, CAG 1075 S. Idaho Road, Suite 300, Apache Junction, AZ 85119, or call at (480) 474-9300, or toll free at (800) 782-1445, or by e-mail at agotto@cagaz.org.
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East Verde’s solace From page 1B watched the children squealing, splashing each other. They had fun getting wet in a safe shallow pool while the parents lounged like lizards on a large rock nearby. It was the kind of sunny day when closing your eyes, the leaves made patterns from light of the sun. Easier to breathe when your shoulders are no longer fused at the neck, I thought. Not ready for the day to end, I drove my Mazda ‘The White Shark” back up to Highway 87 and exited on Flowing Springs Road. The narrow dirt road feels tight if another vehicle shares the path on the way in. The Verde continues in this portion of Tonto National Forest, and campers were visible behind a grove of trees. I parked about a half mile in and took a few more pictures. The trees are large and line the river. Sometimes cattle graze peacefully in the field just across the water. A family of three were fishing, and waved. “Hi there, how is your day going?” The mom of the toddler asked me, while monitoring her son’s small fishing pole. “He wanted to try to fish like Dad, so we bought him this little pole and
he loves it.” The family lived in Pine she said, and often would drive down to relax and enjoy the woods. Originally from snowy Flagstaff, they got tired of the extreme winter and moved south. The sun was going down, the family got in their truck, fishless, but laughing without a care. The Verde is beautiful for the eye and restful for those that take the time to seek out moments of enjoyment. It provides opportunity for a cool dip, picnics and appreciation, whether alone or with a group. The closeness to a major road makes it easy for people with children to access, and older folks to maneuver the trails. Remembering drinking water is important, as well as a phone in case assistance is needed. There are warnings about bear, though none have been seen by this writer on any excursions of late. They may be seeking rest at water’s edge just as the visitors today. Prior to leaving late afternoon I stood at the water’s edge and dipped my hand in the river’s coolness, making a memory. I thanked the river for again waking me to the present and washing my disappointments away. The river and all it offers is why I live in Rim Country. This is life. This is my peace.
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Since it was organized, the Payson chapter of Amnesty International has participated in the Rodeo Parade and invited members of other chapters to participate. On April 25 the group will hold a free, human rights film festival.
Life of activism From page 1B Her parents wanted to see what she’d used the inheritance for and so she had to scramble to get the place presentable. Penny said she hired someone to come clear away the garbage and help trim back the garden enough to keep it from looking like a jungle. In spite of the challenges her little shack presented, she loved it. “I feel I grew up when I came to Payson,” she said. Looking at the paper one day she saw a notice for a yoga group — she admits she was surprised anyone in Payson back then knew about yoga. So, she went to the meeting and became acquainted with the six or so people participating. One of them was Joe Schmidt, who happened to also be a runner. The two started running together, became friends, fell in love, married and started a family right away. Penny and Joe had two children, Sara and Lucas. Sara, 32, did volunteer work in Africa for a couple of years and then became western regional director for Amnesty International, she is now involved with breast cancer work. Lucas, 29, lives in Seattle and works for Flexisoft, a company that tests Microsoft’s video products, as a lead tester. “He is a passionate techno geek, doing 3-D sculpting and printing in his spare time,” Penny said. Penny said she and Joe, an educator, tried to instill their children with not only the principle of service, but also with the idea of pursuing their passion — have a vision and just do it. Her passion is social justice work. While it is something she grew up around, starting an Amnesty chapter in Payson was a little off the wall. Her daughter was visiting and they were laughing about the idea of starting an Amnesty chapter here. But then they decided to go ahead and do it. To their surprise, it seemed to spark a wave of change; Arizona has seen more growth in Amnesty in the past
six years than any other state in the Southwest. Before it started, Amnesty was shrinking in Arizona, Penny said. The pursuit of individual passion is a cornerstone of much of her therapy work. “I see a lot of situational depression in clients. There is so much negativity; so much going wrong and people feel there is nothing they can do about it.” She often counsels these clients to find their passion — what makes their heart beat faster, what is it that they look forward to doing with joy and enthusiasm. Often they find the answer by getting out of their own head and helping others, she said. Education and prevention have also always been a focus of Penny’s counseling practice — teaching couples communication, assertiveness training, parenting, stress management and woman’s empowerment classes. She has been in private practice for the past 13 years. Her office at 700 W. Main St. is in one of Payson’s finest historical homes. In addition to her traditional practice of individual, family and couple counseling, Penny provides medical social work and consultation services for Payson Regional Medical Center and counseling services for Time Out Shelter. She explains she is an integrative practitioner: integrating traditional systems theory, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing trauma reduction therapy and mind-body theory and techniques into all aspects of her varied work. She is a certified qigong teacher and offers classes in meditative movement, teaching clients how to manage stress and bring busy lives into balance by enhancing physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Penny said among the biggest changes she has seen in Payson over the years she has been here are its growth and with that growth the diversity in the population. “The diversity is one of the most welcome changes for me,” she said.
Reflections of trees in the still waters of the East Verde look like an impressionist painting.
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