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Spring Training returns to the West Valley By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski and Greg Macafee The popping of a baseball mitt, the crack of a bat, and the constant chatter between infielders and outfielders: These are just some of the sights and sounds that take over the Valley’s Spring Training ballparks in mid-February. Each year, 15 MLB teams converge on the Valley of the Sun to hone their skills during Cactus League play – including the Cleveland Indians and the Cincinnati Reds, who share Goodyear Ballpark. Veteran players refresh their skills, rookies and minor league players vie for invites to “The Show” and coaches get their first look at their team for the upcoming season. Pitchers and catchers report Wednesday, February 14, while games start Thursday, February 22.

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Last year was one to forget for the Cincinnati Reds, considering they missed the playoffs and finished last in the NL Central. Now they have the challenge of filling the roles left by Drew Storen, Bronson Arroyo, Scott Feldman and Zack Cozart. Cozart signed with the Angels, but the Reds still have the chance to bring back Feldman, Arroyo and Storen this offseason. Feldman was instrumental for the Reds’ starting rotation, throwing 111.1 innings in 2017, good for second on the team. He also turned in a teamhigh nine quality starts for the Reds.

The Cleveland Indians’ minor league locker room is part of the $12 million addition to its facility. (West Valley View photo by Jordan Christopher)

Fortunately for the Reds, their top offensive producer from 2017, Joey Votto, will man first base again. The 34-year-old Canadian led the Reds in batting average, home runs, RBIs, on-base percentage and hits last season.

Cleveland Indians (102-60; first in AL Central)

A year after falling to the Chicago Cubs in the World Series, the Indians made another playoff run in 2017 and the prospect of a World Series ring looked promising. Finishing first in the AL Central with a 102-60 record, the Indians took a two-game lead on the Yankees

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Allegations of fraud, self-dealing leveled against closed charter By Connor Dziawura When Discovery Creemos Academy, formerly known as the Bradley Academy of Excellence, closed unexpectedly late last month, hundreds of Goodyear students, and their teachers, were left without a school. Now, allegations are being raised of fraud and self-dealing. Attorney Quacy L. Smith represents some of those affected by this sudden closure.

“Because we represent such a large number of folks impacted, we are in the process of formulating the necessary civil complaint, state and federal court, to pursue the interests of these teachers and some of the students,” Smith said. It is, however, still early, and decisions have yet to be made on the parties involved in the suit. Among the allegations of fraud and self-

dealing, Smith predicts embezzlement as a possibility. School CEO Daniel Hughes has been accused of using school funds for personal interests. Grand Canyon Institute (GCI) alleges Hughes created his own private companies and directly contracted with them through the school, something technically legal under Arizona state

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Training...continued from page 1 before losing three straight. The heartbreaking playoff defeat means success is a priority for 2018. Two of their biggest offensive weapons are returning – Jose Ramirez and Edwin Encarnacion. Ramirez compiled a .318 batting average with 186 hits, while Encarnacion hit 38 home runs, drove in 107 RBIs and had an on-base percentage of .377. Carlos Carrasco, Corey Kluber and Trevor Bauer, who combined for 580 innings of work last year, are set to hit the mound once again. Most importantly, Andrew Miller and Cody Allen will support the starting pitchers in the bullpen. Miller has been one of the top relief pitchers in the league the past few years with a 1.44 ERA, while Allen has handled the closer duties, compiling 62 saves in the past two years.

A decade in Goodyear This Spring Training, the Indians are celebrating their 10th year in Goodyear. In honor of it and to accommodate their growing operations team, the Indians expanded its facility, which now includes an enhanced weight room with garage doors that overlook the

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practice fields, a larger cafeteria and wings for major and minor leagues. The $12 million project added 16,000 square feet to the now-60,000-squarefoot operations center. It houses the operations, workout and strength conditioning centers. “We started putting this master plan on paper three to four years ago,” said Ryan Lantz, director, Arizona operations for the Cleveland Indians. “We expanded the weight rooms and the dining room. We thought, naturally, we had one shot at this so we wondered what other areas could we focus on. “We added an amazing kitchen. Nutrition has evolved since I’ve been in the game. I’ve worked here for 11, 12 years now. I can see how nutrition is a big part of how these guys are fueled. Before, we had soup, normal food. Now everything is gluten free, dairy free, to make sure they fuel their bodies correctly.” Lantz called it a farm-to-table experience, where chefs cook meals in front of the players. “Most meals are planned out weeks in advance with the culinary team,” he said. “Most teams have full-time nutritionists and chefs who are with the team throughout the year.”

The Cleveland Indians’ revamped two-story workout area features large garage doors that overlook the agility field. (West Valley View photo by Jordan Christopher)

Although pitchers and catchers report on February 14, Lantz saw players earlier. “The players get antsy after the holidays,” he said. The Indians’ facility is used yearround. The Rookie League plays 40 to 50 games at night during the summer. September and October sees the Arizona Fall League, when the top prospects in the organization are featured. Performance camps are held in December and January. Lantz is looking forward to the

season. “For us, personal, we were in the World Series two years ago,” he said. “Last year, we were in the playoffs. I think this year there’s that redemption factor. We have a lot of the guys back from the last few years. I think it’s just a matter of getting through the season healthy. “We have a good core of our group back – Corey Kluber, Francisco Lindor, Jose Ramirez, Michael Brantley and Jason Kipnis – so we’re ready to make another playoff run.”

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St. Henry tourney Moody’s upgrade of city’s bonds renamed to honor could mean cheaper future debt West Valley View staff longtime co-chairman ByMoody’s, a financial services management practices, strong local By Steven Solomon

A golf tournament to benefit the St. Henry Catholic Church is returning this year—with one big change. It has been renamed to honor its longtime cochairman, Robert E. Coakley, who died in July. “This is the 12th year that we’ve done it and you don’t realize how much you count on someone until you lose him,” said Frank Yanez, who worked with Coakley on every tournament since it began. “It’s been one of the toughest losses. He was such a good man.” Registration for the Saturday, February 24, tournament at Sundance Golf Club in Buckeye, begins at 7 a.m. with a shotgun start following at 8 a.m. Entry fee is $80 and includes green fees, golf cart, range balls, lunch and prizes. “We don’t charge a lot to play,” said Yanez, who hopes to raise between $5,000 and $7,000. Sponsored by the St. Henry Knights of Columbus, funds are used for charitable causes realted to abused women, food banks, homeless shelters and veterans. “The Knights of Columbus selects a family every year for a $300 scholarship to do something as a family, like going to dinner or the aquarium,” Yanez said. The scholarship has been set up in Coakley’s name. “This golf tournament was his big thing. He brought a sense of humor and happiness that nobody else had,” Yanez said. “We had a great system. He did his part and I did mine.” Coakley was born and educated in Boston, where he played an active leadership role in youth sports by serving on the board of directors of Rockland Youth Football. He also coached Rockland Youth and Holy Family Church CYO Baseball. He was known for his skills in announcing Rockland for high school sporting events on WRPS-FM radio. Later, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and after that he worked in the telecommunications field for AT&T, Lucent and Avaya. After moving to Arizona 12 years ago, Coakley became active in the Knights of Columbus, where he served as past faithful knight and grand knight. Yanez said that Coakley’s four sons – Robert, Brian, William and Joseph – are flying to Arizona for the tournament. When he was in the Air Force in Florida, Coakley was on the course when he was asked to play golf with a young teenager accompanied by his father. “He said he never saw anyone hit the ball like that kid did. It turned out that kid was Tiger Woods,” Yanez said, laughing. A flier with information about the tournament can be picked up at the church, 24750 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye. Yanez can be reached at 602-402-4090 or fyanez@cox.net.

company, recently upgraded the city of Goodyear’s credit rating to Aa3 after a review of $41.2 million in existing water and wastewater system bonds. As part of this review, analysts from Moody’s collected information from the city and conducted interviews with finance staff to gain a deeper understanding of the city’s management practices and financial situation. This upgrade from A1/A2 is a one-grade jump for senior debt and two-grade jump for all subordinate debt of the enterprise funds, moving it into the high-grade debt category. Moody’s credits Goodyear’s strong financial performance, excellent rate

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Litchfield Park seeks ideas for City Center By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

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Youth sports advocate carries on despite theft By Adrian Marsh The owner of a Goodyear-based business dedicated to supporting youth is gradually rebuilding it after her trailer carrying thousands of dollars’ worth of basketball equipment was stolen late last year in Avondale. Bobbi Barajas, owner of Phx is Rising Sports, kept her equipment — music speakers, TV sets, personalized sweatshirts and jerseys, and basketballs — in a trailer, which she took to and from the American Sports Center for practices and tournaments. On the morning of December 9, 2017, Barajas arrived at the sports center to set up for a game. The $3,000 trailer with $5,000 in equipment was gone. Although shocked and confused, she held the tournament, hoping the trailer would be returned. Barajas said the theft didn’t sink in until a few days later. “I didn’t even want to get out of bed,” she said. “I was crying in my sleep. They’re not only hurting me;

they’re hurting the kids.” Barajas started Phx is Rising Sports five years ago to organize basketball tournaments and leagues for youth and high school students. Her goal is to keep kids off the streets and out of trouble. “I’m passionate about youth sports because it opens up so many doors for kids,” she said. Her tournaments host up to 500 youth, and she offers sponsorships so kids won’t be left out. “This organization means, to me, creating great memories for our youth,” she said. “That just sums it all up.” American Sports Center general manager John Shields said he has known Barajas at least seven years. He said it is hard to put into words how much Barajas has impacted the youth community. He was upset to hear about the theft. “She puts so much time and effort into it,” he said. “So many of those things were priceless, because she put so much energy into it. We respect and

Bobbi Barajas’ trailer, which held equipment for Phx is Rising Sports, was stolen. Avondale police are looking for suspects. (Photo courtesy Bobbi Barajas)

care a lot about her.” Video surveillance turned into the Avondale Police Department showed a dark-colored truck towing away the trailer on the east side of the sports complex before 6 a.m. December 9. Avondale police spokesman Sgt. Thomas Alt said offers haven’t been able to make much progress. Alt explained once a report is filed, an officer collects evidence and if a piece of property has a serial number, it can be placed in a database.

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“Our police department is trying to do its due diligence to try and get the property returned,” he said. “You don’t want to see people’s hard-earned work taken from them. I hope for the best.” Alt said he hasn’t heard of many theft incidents near the Avondale Sports Center, but stolen vehicles cases occur throughout the city and state. “At first, I felt defeated,” Barajas said. “Now, I’m doing better. I’m rebuilding the business. If anything, I believe this is going to make me even stronger, and 2018 will be even better.” Barajas’ mother, Betty Higuera, is proud of her daughter for her work with youth. “She fights for the youth,” Higuera said. “I have seen her buy shoes for kids who can’t afford them on the basketball team. This comes from her heart, truly. I just prayed for her, because I didn’t want her to lose her faith or let her light go out.” Anyone with information on the theft of Barajas’ trailer is urged to contact Avondale Police Department at 623333-7000.

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Goodyear nonprofit donates car to veteran By Connor Dziawura

Goodyear nonprofit Up By Their Bootstraps, in partnership with the town of Gila Bend and the Military & Veteran Success Center in Glendale, gave Gila Bend-based veteran Tiffany Griffard a 2004 Chevrolet Classic. (Photo courtesy town of Gila Bend)

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Goodyear-based nonprofit Up By Their Bootstraps along with the town of Gila Bend and Glendale’s Military & Veteran Success Center donated a car to Army veteran Tiffany Griffard on February 3 at Gila Bend’s 9/11 Memorial Park. “I get a lot more out of it than I believe they do,” said Jay Humphrey, founder of Up By Their Bootstraps. “This car made a big difference in Tiffany’s life. Now she has the freedom of doing what she has to do. It means a lot to me to see. I’ve met all kinds of vets that I stay in touch with forever.” Griffard, who lives in Gila Bend, received a 2004 Chevrolet Classic. “My first thing was, ‘Isn’t there somebody else that needs it more than me?’ because that’s the type of person I am,” she said. “I always help everybody else before I help myself. They said, ‘That’s exactly why we chose you, because you always want to help everybody else.’” The surprise has yet to dissipate, she added. “I was shocked,” she said. “I’m still shocked, because I live in a small town and there are many other veterans out there.” In addition to coming from a family of military personnel, her resume includes service with V Corps in Heidelberg, Germany, a field artillery unit at Fort Hood, Texas, 15 months of deployment in Iraq, and service at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, she said. She served the country for one main reason: “I just wanted to do something with my life,” she said. “I actually graduated from high school at 17 and literally five months after graduating, I joined the military and left. I just wanted to do something with my life.” Now, she is looking to help other veterans. She plans to further her involvement with Humphrey’s Up By Their Bootstraps in the future. “I want to pay it forward,” she said. “I want to help other veterans.” Founded in 2013 and reliant on donations, Up By Their Bootstraps has helped provide cars to 26 people over the last three years, Humphrey said. This is the first time it extended its services to Gila Bend. “I partner with anybody who wants to help veterans or their families,” Humphrey said. “I don’t choose any of

the people that get the cars, personally. I make a point not to choose them. Other organizations choose the people that we help.” Gila Bend chose Griffard, he said. “Veterans are the backbone of every community; they are the first to raise their hand to help others,” said Tim Suan, director of community and economic development for Gila Bend, and an Air Force veteran. “None of this would be possible without the strong veteran supportive communities and organizations that we are fortunate to have here in the West Valley.” As for the Military & Veteran Success Center, it aids veterans and their families in fields such as employment, education, physical and mental health, housing, substance abuse, finances, legal help and spirituality. The center has provided support for more than 300 veterans since it opened in Glendale in November. Griffard received support for schooling. Though Griffard and many other veterans have received cars through Up By Their Bootstraps’ partnerships, the organization isn’t limited. “We’ve rebuilt a house for a veteran that was going to lose his house unless it got refinanced,” Humphrey said. “We hang some doors now and then. If a veteran has a car and the starter is bad or something needs help with, we try to help with that.” The list goes on. “We cook for other organizations and support them,” he added. “We donate things to veterans when we can. “If they have a problem we’ll sit down and talk to them about it and see how we can help them. We have a lot of people that just come by to talk.” The organization also erected Gratitude Corner, a tribute wall in Goodyear where people can add the names of military friends and family, or just stop to reflect and pray. “Gratitude Corner is a big deal for Up By Their Bootstraps,” Humphrey said. “It’s a big moral support, a place to come and just be alone or with somebody.” Regardless of their methods, though, Humphrey just wants to help veterans and show their importance. “We’re trying to make a difference in military personnel and their families’ lives,” he said. “Our long-term goal is to let the world know who they are and what they mean to us.”

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rating in fiscal year 2014, and to an F in 2017. AZCSA also reported only 13 percent of students passed English and 7 percent passed math on the 2017 AzMERIT test. “There is a lot of misappropriation of funds,” Smith said. “For example, the janitors at the school were used to clean his personal house, used as personal maids. The cooks at the school were used to cater his parties, his daughter’s first birthday party. Things like that are clearly outside of the pale of what public funding should have been for.” While the reports show spending rising, Smith said it went elsewhere when asked about supplies. “They didn’t even have schoolbooks,” he said. “They had to buy their own supplies sometimes. So, the money wasn’t being spent at the school; the money was being spent on him living a luxurious lifestyle. The school was well within shambles.” The AZCSA notes numerous other large expenditures in 2016. First, Hughes reportedly spent $575,000 on supplies and services from four for-profit companies he founded. He also paid off $101,795 in loans from former CEO Tanya Burston, her husband and her now-deceased mother. Additionally, two board members were paid $58,975 while nonprofit board member salary payments increased by $100,000. AZSCA also notes he was reimbursed for purchases totaling $477,108. Food expenditures totaling $101,880 were also listed on Creemos’ IRS 2016 990 submission. Despite falling academics and financial instability, the Arizona State Board for Charter Schools (ASBCS) unanimously approved a 20-year renewal of Discovery Creemos’ charter in June 2017. Concerns were raised in a fiscal year 2016 audit, and the Charter Board reportedly referred to the Attorney General last October. “The state charter school board knew,” Smith said. “When you see a school is failing and there’s questionable behavior going on financially, an increase of income going to the CEO but the school’s financial status is going down, it should have been looked into then. So, there could be some failure on the part of the charter school board to do its job.” Hughes reportedly packed up and left when the school closed. Citing him having fled to somewhere in the northwest region, Smith described

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Hughes as, “very heartless and very cowardly,” saying he “has adversely impacted a lot of folks.” Some teachers have even been evicted out of homes or had cars repossessed, Smith said, while the poor timing makes it difficult to find new teaching jobs or to enroll students in new schools. The suit will seek damages, as well as cite issues like breach of contract and failure to pay wages. As for the ASBCS, Smith doesn’t eliminate potential involvement. “They’re not off the hook as far as we’re concerned with the suit by any means until we look more and find out what they did not do and should have done,” he said, noting it has yet to be determined if the board is complicit or has failed to act. According to Smith, decisions still stand as for the next steps. The Attorney General is now involved, with Smith and the former’s office recently coordinating. With over $1 billion allocated annually to charter schools, it has been noted that cases like that of Discovery Creemos could be part of a larger problem. Last September, GCI found that three-fourths had taken part in questionable self-dealing. This involves nearly nearly half a billion dollars annually. In a yet-to-bereleased report, GCI will show onethird of charter schools that involve in this self-dealing have repeatedly shown net losses, and even some negative net assets. “Last year, GCI produced a policy report, Following the Money: Twenty Years of Charter School Finances in Arizona, that revealed up to 77 percent of Arizona’s charter school holders use their state taxpayer funds for potentially questionable related-party financial transactions,” said Dave Wells, GCI research director. “Unlike public district schools, nearly all charter schools in Arizona operate outside the rules of the public procurement process, freeing them from the need to conduct competitive bidding.” Additionally, 2014-15 audit info reported by GCI reveals 45 charter organizations have over $500,000 of negative net assets, whereas 29 of those surpass $1 million, and one with over $25 million. In a similar case, Scottsdale Unified School District’s CFO recently resigned following allegations of fraud and self-dealing.

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Klein graduates from basic military training By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski U.S. Air Force Airman Hayden T. Klein graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San AntonioLackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and

studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Klein earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the nephew of Paul Wells of Prescott Valley, and the cousin of Lisa Ross of Buckeye. Klein is a 2017 graduate of Ironwood Ridge High School, Oro Valley.

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Avondale awarded Gold by Healthy Arizona Worksites program By West Valley View staff The Healthy Arizona Worksites Program announced that Avondale has met the standards to be honored with a HAWP prestigious Gold award. HAWP is a statewide program that provides Arizona employers with training, technical assistance, tools, and resources to design, implement, and evaluate worksite wellness initiatives. HAWP also works to create linkages between Arizona businesses engaging in healthy worksite efforts so they can learn from each other and share experiences. Businesses and organizations from across the state are recognized with

Copper, Silver, Gold and Platinum awards for their worksite wellness program strategies. The governor will be formally recognizing awardees at an event in May. A Gold award is given to businesses that are tracking and documenting outcomes and behavior change. Gold level programs have demonstrated institutional support and have integrated worksite health programs with business policies and benefits. The city of Avondale has received this level for efforts that positively impact the health and well-being of Avondale employees, their families and the community by

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consultations, disease management, coaching, and wellness activities are offered to benefits-eligible employees. Weight management services are tailored to each individual. “Our sustained commitment to a healthy workplace culture is increasing personal and organizational productivity, while making the city of Avondale an especially desirable employer. We believe Avondale is a model for incorporating programs that encourage resilience within our community,” said Kathy Reyes, Avondale’s benefits program manager.

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Desert Edge choir to perform patriotic songs for Congress By Allison Neri The Desert Edge High School’s show and concert choirs will celebrate Arizona’s 106th birthday on February 14 in front of members of Congress. “This is a very rare opportunity, as many choirs may perform on the steps of the Capitol, but rarely are invited to perform for the members prior to opening session,” said Choir Director Amy Lowe. “I don’t think the students know the magnitude of how important this is for public schools.” Sen. Lisa Otondo (D-District 4) invited the school to sing the patriotic song “America.” A former public school teacher, Otondo is an advocate for education. She could not be reached for comment. Lowe has worked with the students for four years and oversees five choirs with approximately 180 students. Lowe has witnessed what funding in public schools can do for students with overlooked talent. Lowe approached Otondo at a town hall meeting and they bonded over their dedication to public education. That led to the invitation.

The Desert Edge High School choirs have performed in front of fans at football and baseball games. (Photo courtesy Desert Edge High School)

“My kids are the sweetest and hardest-working kids,” Lowe said. “They are dedicated and have so much integrity. These are the kids that the public education supports.” The Desert Edge High School choirs are experienced when it comes to performing in front of large crowds. The students have sung for local football and baseball games, as well as graduations and churches. “I am excited about performing for the senate because I think it will give us the opportunity to change the arts

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Desert Edge senior Daniel Ibarra is excited. “It’s not everyday that a high school is asked or invited to perform for the floor senates and it is a big opportunity for the arts,” he said. On February 27, eight students from concert choir will perform an octet rendition of the national anthem at the Cleveland Indians and Oakland A’s game at Goodyear Ballpark. The Desert Edge choir is hosting a spring concert on May 2 and May 3. For more information, visit aguafria.org.

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Editor: Steve Montenegro is the best choice to fill Trent Franks’ congressional seat. Voting has already started, and concludes February 27. Although there are several fine candidates in the race, Montenegro is the best on issue after issue. As a lifelong Republican and committed rights advocate, and life member of AzCDL, NRA and GOA, I pay particular attention to politicians’ positions on the Second Amendment, and this is an issue that exemplifies the distinction between Montenegro and the rest of the field. Several of the other candidates have received an “A” grade from the NRA, but only Montenegro earned an “A+.” NRA’s “A” grade indicates a good, pro-rights voting record, but an “A+” is reserved for those who have taken a leadership role, doing the heavy lifting of sponsoring legislation and going above and beyond the call in working to get bills like Constitutional Carry passed. If other organizations used this system, you’d see a “+” next to Steve’s name for his work on immigration, life, taxes, regulations, defense, etc. On just about every issue that conservatives care about, Steve Montenegro has a proven record of doing more than just voting right, but actually taking the lead and championing the issue in the State Legislature. That’s why Trent Franks personally asked Steve to run, and that’s why Montenegro has received endorsements from conservative stalwarts like Ted Cruz, Joe Arpaio, Steve King, and my friend Bob Corbin, former Arizona attorney general and past president of the NRA. Arizona needs a strong, reliable conservative in this House seat, but more than that, we need a proven conservative leader. That’s why I’m proud to endorse Steve Montenegro and encourage the voters of CD8 to elect the best conservative candidate: Steve Montenegro. Jeff Knox Director, The Firearms Coalition Buckeye

Editor: Sometimes big things happen around us and we can be oblivious to it. Such a thing occurred in the last couple of years. It is one of the reasons Debbie Lesko was named 2016 “Senator of the Year” by the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry. She sponsored Public Safety Personnel Retirement System pension reform. It required a constitutional amendment. She got the police officers, firefighters, correction officers and probation officers on board. Majorities in both legislative chambers approved it. It went to statewide ballot and Arizonans overwhelming approved it. It is almost unheard of these days to successfully amend a state constitution, the bar is so high. She did it. Getting this kind of consensus for pension reform is amazing. The public pension plan was financially unsustainable. The reform saved it. As of the latest data available, we are now the 10th lowest state for public pension obligations as a percentage of gross state product. We are the 20th lowest state for debt ratio. There are states that are drowning in debt ratio and public pension debt like New Jersey and Illinois. Unfortunately for them they don’t have a Debbie Lesko to solve their pension problem. Debbie is the kind of hard-working, problem-solving, consensus builder, and results-oriented person we need in Washington to represent CD 8. Paul Mueller Peoria

Hazy shade of orange Editor: Everyday President Trump (the gift that keeps on giving) says something or does something only he understands. The latest being a large military parade like the creepy parades that come out of North Korea, or Germany during Hitler’s time. I truly hope the Republicans and the Democrats will line the parade route with our homeless. The joint effect can start in collecting our homeless here in Buckeye. I

am sure the money that would be spent on this military parade could be spent on much better purposes that would show real results. Will the president have a special uniform made up for himself? May I suggest tangerine orange, no hat? Vickie Chelini Buckeye

It’s all about values Editor: The culture war is raging between those who love America, and those who would destroy America. It is all about values. Progressives do not embrace our nation’s values. President Trump’s values are not progressive. Republican values are not progressive. Traditional conservative values are not progressive values. The iconic picture of U.S. Marines raising Old Glory on top of Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima in World War II does not represent progressive values. Members of the First Baptist Church singing, “What a friend we have in Jesus,” does not represent progressive values. The pride and patriotism felt by families watching the flag roll by in a Fourth of July parade are not progressive values. Working hard to grow your business, and then creating jobs so others can prosper economically, are not progressive values. Our air show at Luke AFB and the excitement and pride felt by everyone when those F 35 fighters thunder overhead do not represent progressive values.

Motherhood, apple pie and the flag, for which our nation has fought and won wars, do not represent progressive values. Americans instinctively cheer for the underdog to win and little guy to succeed in the game of life. Those are not progressive values. Free speech on college campuses, which is hard to find any longer, certainly does not represent progressive values. Progressives prefer safe spaces. Those wonderful sitcoms like I Love Lucy, Little House on the Prairie and The Lone Ranger represent iconic American values, not cherished in progressive circles. I say proudly that all of the above-mentioned values are my values. For sure! The reason I write letters is to expose the progressives’ politically correct agenda to remake America in their image. Roy Azzarello Goodyear

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Memory of heroic slain ﬁreﬁghter will outlive any bullet By David Leibowitz The .40 caliber bullet was fired Sun- plained his decision. day morning one week ago, at about You think of Kyle Brayer as a ser26 minutes after 2. Court documents geant with the Marine Aviation Lolocate the crime at the intersection gistics Squadron 16, fighting his way of North Civic Plaza and through Baghdad and Al East Stetson Drive in Old Qa’Im city, building bombs Town Scottsdale. Really, and rockets, a consummate though, the murder of Capsoldier who survived the tain Kyle Brayer is a crime carnage of the Iraq War, with echoes all across this only to die on a Scottsdale Valley, this state, this world roadway at the hands of a of ours. Because if you can bloodthirsty fool with a measure a human being by handgun. the sum total of the lives The thought is enough he or she touches, then to make you weep or want Kyle Brayer, who died two to lock your hands around David Leibowitz. (Photo weeks short of turning 35 courtesy Advisor Group) Hezron Parks’ throat. Exyears old, lived more than cept then you think Kyle any 10 of us. Brayer on a 911 call, a captain leading Son. Brother. Marine. Firefighter. Ladder Company 276 toward a blaze, Entrepreneur. Teacher. Traveler. Lead- a paramedic tending to abrasions and er. Hero. wounds, heart attacks and hurts, a Kyle Brayer was all of those things. healer, a force for good in Fire Station This is what makes the loss of such a 6 along East Ash Avenue and throughfine man so tragic, even as his life is out Tempe. so worth celebrating. This is what you Thus inspired, you regain your betthink about when you think about the ter self. Thoughts of evil dwindle away single round fired from Hezron Parks’ and Kyle Brayer touches your life as he Smith & Wesson handgun Sunday one did so many others. week ago. You think of Kyle Brayer, world You think about Kyle Brayer and his traveler, journeying through scores of dad, Art, the father he called “Pops.” countries. Kyle atop Kilimanjaro. Kyle You think about the credo Art spoke plodding through the snow to summit into Kyle’s ear from childhood on – Mount Rainier. Kyle diving amid great that in this life anything is possible, if white sharks off Mexico’s Baja Peninonly you are willing to pay the price. sula. At the Sochi Olympics in 2014. Art’s advice and example drove Kyle, At the base of the Eiffel Tower. On the say those who knew him. He was tal- Isle of Skye. Hiking down to Havaented, sure, but he was also perfectly supai Falls. Posed on a rock near Half willing to outwork you, outhustle you, Dome in Yosemite. You think of evoutlast you. And then offer you a gen- eryone he met, every friend he made, tlemanly hand up when you could no every life he made better, if only for a longer stand. moment, a minute, an hour. You think about Kyle Brayer in the You think of Kyle Brayer as the best aftermath of September 11th, 18 years of us, gone too soon, but never forgotold, a teenager raised in a home where ten. Because you think of everyone he the American flag was the most ven- inspired and you know that that good erated cloth imaginable. Kyle’s grand- part of him – the best part of Kyle father served in World War II with Brayer – will outlive any gunshot, any honors. Years later, Kyle would tell bullet, and even time itself. the ASU State Press why he joined the Marines in 2002. – David Leibowitz has called the Val“I had wanted to be a Marine since I ley home since 1995. Contact david@ was 10 years old,” was how Kyle ex- leibowitzsolo.com.

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American Heart Month: A time to be aware, take care By Dr. Cary Schnitzer, Medical Director, OptumCare Arizona

February may be best known as the month we may shower our loved ones with heart-shaped cards, candy and gifts on Valentine’s Day. But it’s also American Heart Month, when we are reminded to take care of our actual hearts. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States and the second-largest killer in Arizona. The risk of heart disease increases threefold with each advancing decade. Women are at a higher risk after age 55, while men are at a greater risk after age 45. According to the American Heart Association, about 66 percent of cardiovascular deaths occur in people age 75 and older. Heart disease risk factors – such as aging and family history – may be out of your hands, but there are other factors that can be managed by making

small lifestyle changes, even in our 50s and beyond. Some factors to keep in mind are activity, diet, existing health conditions, stress and sleep. American Heart Month is a timely opportunity to share important information about this critical health issue. OptumCare Arizona is offering tips to help you and your loved ones get started on a path to better heart health. The earlier you start these healthy habits, the better. Get Active. Small adjustments to your level of physical activity can reduce your risk of heart disease. Endurance or cardio exercises are the best for a healthy heart. Walking, running, hiking, swimming and biking, and aerobic-type classes are all great cardio. It is important to exercise three to five times a week. Maintain a healthy diet. Eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, fish and

whole grains. Cut down on foods high in cholesterol and sodium, and limit sugar-sweetened beverages. Manage your blood pressure and cholesterol. High levels of LDL – the “bad” cholesterol – are a major risk for heart disease. Get screenings regularly to keep it under control. Manage your blood pressure with exercise, stress management and a low sodium diet, and quit smoking. Control stress. Make time for hobbies or things you enjoy doing. Verbalizing frustration, expressing gratitude, laughing and engaging in social situations can also help manage stress. Improve your sleep. Keep a regular sleep schedule, limit caffeine and don’t drink it past 2 p.m., and don’t exercise too close to bedtime to get betterquality sleep. Watching TV or using electronic devices before bed can also affect your sleep. Make sure to get seven to eight hours of sleep per night. In addition to these tips, it is

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By Connor Dziawura

Hello, everyone, and welcome back to Business Briefcase! This week I have an array of news. This week’s tidbits range from new developments and proposed West Valley businesses, to a massive sporting event center’s new partnership, which will surely thrill beer lovers and NASCAR enthusiasts. A local commercial real estate firm has a new senior vice president, and the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce returns to our pages with plenty of relevant events. Well, here it is. This week’s roundup of news features… …A new Circle K that is coming to Goodyear. While it is anticipated, no timetable is available yet. The Goodyear City Council approved the new location, proposed for the southwest corner of Pebble Creek Parkway and McDowell Road. It will feature a full convenience store as well as gas station. No further details are available, but don’t worry, I will keep pushing for more details and a stronger schedule of events. In other news, ISM Raceway has announced Miller Lite as its official beer, after inking a deal with the beer’s distributor, Crescent Crown. The deal will eventually result in a fully branded food and beverage experience, located in the new infield Fan Zone, which will open in November. “We’re thrilled to announce this partnership with Miller Lite and Crescent Crown,” said ISM Raceway President Bryan R. Sperber. “Particularly with the new ISM Raceway Project Powered by

DC Solar underway, it’s incredibly exciting to have their brands be a part of this historic year for our track.” The new multiyear deal will take affect at the TicketGuardian 500 race from March 9 to March 11. “Miller Coors has always been involved in NASCAR, but we at Crescent Crown are really excited for our first opportunity to be a partner at the ISM Raceway in Phoenix,” said Ian Yonushonis, Crescent Crown vice president of sales and marketing. “We are also looking forward to the updates, upgrades, and all the changes ISM is bringing to what will be a cutting-edge consumer experience.” Recently, Goodyear council approved more actions. Especially notable is the approaching Las Ventanas community. Located at the southeast corner of Perryville and Yuma roads, the preliminary plat approval subdivides 159.31 acres into 412 single family lots and a 13.21-acre commercial parcel. Although I have few details, I expect more to come as the developer moves along. Readers, I will keep you posted as I become privy to further information from the developer. Next, Dex-YP will continue its Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce-hosted classes. The next free event, which covers social media marketing, will be hosted from noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, February 15. Be sure to RSVP in advance, as seating is limited! The Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce is located at 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For more

ISM Raceway has partnered with Crescent Crown to make Miller Lite the venue’s official beer. The multiyear agreement will begin during the TicketGuardian 500 weekend, March 9 to March 11. (Photo courtesy ISM Raceway)

information, contact 623-932-2260 or info@southwestvalleychamber.org. Then, Phoenix West Commercial LLC announced Sandra Griggs as its new senior vice president of office and retail. The Avondale-based commercial real estate firm brought Griggs on board for her 30-plus years experience. And, in that time, her track record is extensive. Previously, Griggs served as senior director at GVA Chicago; Midwest region director for Alliance Real Estate; associate vice president with the then-Galbreath Company/Norris, Beggs & Simpson, now known as JLL/Jones, Lang, LaSalle; and senior sales consultant with the then-Coldwell Banker/ Coldwell Banker Commercial, now known as CB Richard Ellis. Finally, later this month, the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce’s

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Lunch N Learn will have a Small Business Benefits of Legal Protection focus. This event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 27. LegalShield independent associates Bea Wallace and Cassie Prinke will speak for attendees. The chamber asks guests to bring their own lunch this time around, although desserts and refreshments will be provided. The chamber is located at 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For more information, or to reserve your space, contact Wallace at 480-284-2158 or bworryfree1@gmail.com. That’s it for this week! Thanks for reading, and stay tuned for more developments. Have an item for Business Briefcase? Email Connor Dziawura at cdziawura@timespublications.com.

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Education is key to success By John Safin President and CEO Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce

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4 girls basketball teams in playoff mix By Casey Pritchard Four girls basketball teams have qualified for the first round of their divisions’ state tournaments. One is a top seed, and the other two will face each other in the opening round. Millennium garnered the No. 1 seed in the 6A tournament, compiling a 21-6 record. The Lady Tigers didn’t lose a power-points game until the final day of the regular season when it dropped a 64-62 decision to Valley Vista, who eliminated them from the state championship last year. They played twice this year, with Millennium winning the first time, 71-68. “For the most part, I thought we played better the second game than the first game, but we won the first game,” Millennium coach Cory Rojeck said. Despite losing the last game of the season before heading into the playoffs, Rojeck said his team learned from a regular-season loss. “When you’re playing other great teams in the state, you have to play 32 minutes. You can’t play 30 minutes,” Rojeck said. “We played 30 minutes really well, the last two minutes we didn’t play so well.” Rojeck said the team has improved since late last year. Millennium will play No. 16 Chandler in the opening round of state at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 14. “We now have a clear understanding of how important it is you play well in the playoffs,” Rojeck said. “It’s not the WNBA or NBA where you get a threeor five-game series; each game is its own playoff series.” In 5A, No. 8 Desert Edge will play No. 9 Agua Fria in the first round at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 14. It will be the third time the teams meet, as they split games during Desert West Region play. Desert Edge won the first matchup, which was played at Agua Fria, 45-37. However, the Lady Owls returned the favor on Desert Edge’s home court by winning 39-38 in overtime. The home loss threw the Lady Scorpions out of whack, Desert Edge coach Heidi Behnke said. “The next game we didn’t respond very well, we were kind of in a funk … we played (Phoenix) Barry Goldwater, and we played horrible,” Behnke said. “We were down four points at halftime,

and we beat them by 50 the first time.” Desert Edge eventually won the game, and each of its last four games. Behnke said she believes her girls are ready for the state playoffs and another matchup against the Lady Owls. “This is what we talk about all year and what we play for,” Behnke said. “I think our seniors, we have three seniors that start, they want to come out and finish their careers strong. “For us, down the stretch, we have to make more shots. The last time we played Agua Fria, we missed too many shots. With the exception of a few defensive breakdowns late, we did everything we wanted to defensively against them. We have to execute our defensive plan and we’ve got to make baskets.” Calls to Agua Fria coach Sam Polvino went unreturned. Estrella Foothills is the No. 8 seed in the 4A tournament. The Lady Wolves’ opening round game was February 13 against Rio Rico. Results were unavailable at press time.

Going into the game, Estrella coach Matt Johnson said he couldn’t be happier with the way his team played this season. “It’s been a really fun season,” Johnson said. “We’ve only had a few really down parts to our entire season. We had one first half all year where we didn’t come out and play well. We had a couple quality wins against teams that I thought are good teams. A lot of different girls’ games have developed and improved over the year, and definitely from last year. It’s been exciting seeing these girls develop and play good team basketball.” If Estrella Foothills were to win Junior Dominique Phillips during practice. (West against Rio Rico, it would likely Valley View photo by Jordan Christopher) play top-seeded Chandler Seton to be a really fun and exciting game. Catholic in the second round. Johnson wasn’t looking ahead at all It’s kind of what you want to see, to be able to play in your element and see though. “I’m excited about the matchup,” if we can come out on top … If they Johnson said. “We both like to press can play at their peak, I think we have and push the tempo, so I think it's going a good chance at advancing.”

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3 WV boys hoops teams ready for playoffs By Casey Pritchard Two 4A schools and a 2A school are prepping for the state playoffs, which start February 14. Buckeye, which is the No. 2 seed in 4A, hosts St. Mary’s, while Estrella Foothills, the No. 8 seed in 4A, hosts El Mirage Dysart. Both games are at 6:30 p.m. Buckeye beat Estrella twice this year, claiming the Southwest Region crown. The Hawks are 21-4 overall, losing to only one Arizona school all year, Shadow Mountain, the tourney’s No. 1 seed. “I think we’re ready,” said Buckeye coach Randy Bland of the playoffs. “I think we’ve been playing really good and with a lot of energy. The last couple games of the regular season we had good competition against Shadow (Mountain) and (Estrella) Foothills, which is good. It’s preparing us for the competition and intensity of the playoffs.” Buckeye trailed by three points at halftime in an 87-67 loss to Shadow CARPET • HARDWOOD • TILE & STONE LAMINATE • VINYL

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Goodyear tennis enthusiast takes swing at new role

The USTA’s Central Arizona board is, from left, Nathan Brelsford, Taylor Allin, Bill Lucero, Laurie Martin, Carlos Rivas and David Bennett. (Photo courtesy USTA)

By Tim J. Randall It is all Aces for the U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) Central Arizona chapter, as leadership recently announced its 2018 executive committee and board of directors. The new roster of selectees includes Goodyear resident Bill Lucero, who takes on a new role as Southwest Section delegate for the organization. “Tennis has been really good to me and I feel I have an obligation to give back to the sport that has been my bread and butter for so many years,” Lucero said. USTA Central Arizona is one of six districts of the USTA Southwest Section, which represents Arizona, New Mexico and El Paso County in Texas. USTA Southwest Section is one of 17 Sections that ladder up to the National USTA. “As is tradition, the past president of the Central Arizona chapter becomes the delegate for the Southwest Section,” said Matt Gleason, executive director for the Central Arizona chapter. “Bill will do well promoting and developing the growth of tennis in Central Arizona.” Lucero served in the president’s role in 2016 and 2017 and now will be the eyes and ears of the Board of Directors as Southwest Section delegate. “I have been with USTA in the Southwest for nearly 20 years in various capacities,” Lucero said. “I am excited to bring the game to new players and lapsed players, as well as keep existing players enthused about the sport.” Growing up in El Paso, Texas Lucero learned the game from his grandmother who hit tennis balls with him against

the side of the building where they lived. “She taught us and kept us out of trouble,” he said. Lucero embraced the game in college where he played in leagues and learned to play competitively. “An opponent hitting the ball at you is a lot different than it is bouncing back off the wall,” he said with a chuckle. Lucero later earned his status as a certified teaching professional and works for the city of Surprise in a newly created Sports and Tourism Department. “I will be working to attract more tennis tournaments to the Surprise Tennis & Racquet Center,” Lucero said. “Until recently, I managed the center, and in this role, I will still have some time for instruction.” One of those tournaments is the February International Tennis Federation Women’s Circuit, Surprise Tennis Classic. “It is a developmental league for women professionals,” Lucero said. “In last year’s U.S. Open, three of the four semifinalists at one time played in the Surprise event.” Lucero still enjoys playing, but admitted, “I am not on the court competing as much as I would like.” Lucero and Gleason are pleased with where the game of tennis stands. “The Central Arizona chapter is one of the USTA’s fastest-growing sections for youth and adults,” Gleason said. “With initiatives such as Net Generation, our youth tennis program, kids are being exposed to the game and learning to play the right way.” “The game is healthy, strong and gaining momentum,” Lucero said.

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The West Valley View publishes on Wednesday. The 9 Days a Week calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue. Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the View’s coverage area, which is south of Northern Avenue, west of Loop 101, plus all of Tolleson, extending to Estrella in the south and Tonopah in the west. Events such as concerts and theatrical performances that fall outside the View’s circulation area will be considered because there are no concert halls or theater venues within our boundaries. 9 Days a Week calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement. Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Wednesday to be considered for the following Wednesday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to news1@westvalleyview.com or faxed to 623-935-2103.

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The Church at Litchfield Park offers a free music program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Grades three through five will start at 5 p.m. and kindergarten through second grade will begin at 5:30 p.m. at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road. For information, call 623-935-3411.

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Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature a fast-paced workout with drumsticks on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Verrado Visionaries

Stop by the Verrado Grille at 4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye, to join fellow businessmen in a West Valley networking group at 7 a.m. each Wednesday. For information, call 623-640-6268.

Family Lego Night

Litchfield Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard invites families to a creative night of lego building from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Thursday Junior Book Club (Ages 8-12)

Children are encouraged to read a book each month before joining Lila for a book discussion and activities from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Preschoolers Storytime

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites preschool-age children to read books, sing songs and take part in activities at 11 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

St. Peter’s RePete Boutique

The store sells women’s, men’s and children’s apparel, jewelry, toys, books, household items and home décor. A specialty area includes formal dresses, suits, leather jackets, crystal and fine jewelry. It is open 9 a.m. to noon Thursdays and Fridays, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 400 S. Old Litchfield

Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at azpro, 650 N. 99th Avenue, Avondale. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767.

Grief Support Group

The Desert Springs Community Church at 14440 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear, hosts a weekly support group from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. each Thursday. The group invites those looking for support during life’s difficult experiences. For information, call 623-435-2105.

My Bloody Valentine (Ages 12-17)

Teens are invited to a free murder mystery masquerade from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. Registration is required. For information, call 623-333-2644.

Tynker Code Club (Ages 6-8)

Adult Book Discussion

Stop by the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive to pick up and read a copy of The Dinner by Herman Koch before the library’s discussion at noon. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Al-Anon Stepping Stones

The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Al-Anon seeks to support the friends and families of alcoholics. For information, call 623-882-0721.

Learn to code while playing computer games from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Volunteering @ Your Library & Museum

Looking for a way to give back to the community? Pick up a volunteer application and come to the new volunteer orientation 4 p.m. at the Downtown Library, 310 N. 6th Street, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Toddler Storytime

Bring children to the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street, so they can hear picture books read aloud and play with other toddlers at 11 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Coffee with a Cop

Mingle with officers and representatives of the Avondale Police Department from 8 to 10 a.m. at Universal Cup Coffee, 214 W. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-7017.

Friday

Unit 53 Drive-Thru Fridays

Let Unit 53 Auxiliary do the cooking during its drive-thru Fridays.

Early Voting Site Open for Special Election

The city of Goodyear will begin hosting early voting from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Goodyear City Hall, 190 N. Litchfield Road. For information, call 623-932-3910.

My Spouse Always Handled the Money

Learn how to organize financial records, understand investments, collect benefits and transition assets from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Community Yard Sale

Visit a yard sale between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Buckeye Arena, 802 N. First Street. For information, call 623-238-9373.

Verrado by Bashas’ Bookmobile

The Bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 21064 W. Main Street, Buckeye, from 9 a.m. to noon. Visitors can get library cards and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Alateen

The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Alateen allows teens affected by someone else’s drinking to share experiences, learn effective ways to cope with obstacles and support the friends and families of alcoholics. For information, call 623-882-0721.

8th Annual White Tank Mountain Park Arts Festival

Stay and Play

The Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street invites parents to bring their children through age 5 to a fun play group at 10:15 a.m. that builds children’s motor and social skills. Toys can be checked out and brought home at the end of play group. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Saturday

Wigwam Festival of Fine Art

Vermillion Promotions will present an art show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Wigwam, 300 Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park. The festival will showcase Western, Southwest and Native American artwork. For information, visit www.vermillionpromotions.com.

Buckeye Veterans Lift Up

Veterans from all branches of the military are invited for a complementary breakfast, wellness

Tolleson Union High School District No. 214 School Board Meeting

Tolleson Union High School District Board will meet at 6 p.m. at 9801 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-478-4001.

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Enjoy an art festival with live music, food vendors and local artwork from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the White Tank Mountain Regional Park, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Festival attendees will receive free park entry. For information, visit maricopacountyparks.net.

Kris Rhymes Art Talk

Chocolate artist Kris Rhymes will give a presentation on his unique art form from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Remember When

On behalf of The Litchfield Historical Society, Carroll Bennett will discuss “Paul Weeks Litchfield: The Life and The Legacy” about the visionary man who contributed much to improve the lives of Americans. The talk will be at 3:30 p.m. at La Loma Village – Atrium (Residence Facility), 14154 Denny Boulevard, Litchfield Park. For more information, call 623-251-7673 or email office@lphsmuseum.org.

Monday

Hope

Stop by Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Classroom C at 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, for the Hope support group from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The goal of the group is to provide help for those struggling with any mental disorder by sharing experiences and supporting others. For information, call 480-994-4407.

Sunday

Sea Lions at Shipwreck Cove

Come see an educational show starring California Sea Lions and skilled trainers at 11:30 a.m. in a

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Buckeye Business Connection

Buckeye Chamber hosts the Buckeye Business Connection from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Chamber office at 508 E. Monroe Avenue. This group serves coffee and a light breakfast and networks with business members in the community. Each week, there will also be a different guest speaker. For information, call 623-386-2727.

For information, call 623-333-2601.

Digital Download Class

Learn how to download free resources to your Nook, Kindle and more from 3 to 4 p.m. at Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Be sure to bring your library card, usernames and passwords. For information, call 602-652-3456.

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The American Legion Post #61 hosts bingo each Tuesday night starting at 6:45 p.m. These bingo nights have 17 games including Quickie, Early Bird, Double Action and a $1,000 progressive game. Come down to 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, to support the area’s youth and veterans. For information, call 623-932-4960.

STEAM Spot

Kids ages 6 to 12 can build structures, experiment, play games and make crafts at this interactive learning program, which runs from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays at the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

The Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, holds an interactive program for kids interested in science, technology, engineering, art and math from 2 to 3 p.m. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Litchfield Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard invites preschool-age children to participate in an hour of art at 10:30 a.m. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

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Master eBooks, email, Word and more from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Vision & Sound: An African American Experience

John W. Clark, known for his aerospace and aviation artwork, will give a presentation on his work at 6 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive.

Avondale City Council Meeting

Avondale City Council meets at 7 p.m. in the Avondale Council Chambers, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-1000.

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Needle & Thread

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites adults to bring a coffee mug and materials to join fellow crafters for needlework, knitting and crocheting at 10:30 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Enjoy tea and coffee and meet fellow crafters and work on crochet, knitting or sewing projects. Come by the Goodyear Branch Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to join. For information, call 602-652-3000.

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Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature pilates and yoga on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

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Stricken with lung disease, Avondale boy still inspires family By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Suffering from a rare lung disease, 3-year-old Jaxson Davis is having a rough day. The nerve pain is increasing, and some days he screams for hours while his mother, Erica Arrington, anxiously awaits his medication to work. But Jaxson is playful, loves cars— especially the film of the same name— and keeps his family together. “He’s my inspiration, said Arrington, who, with husband Tony, has nine children in their blended family in Avondale. “I get a lot of my cues from Jaxson. We sit down and get on the floor and pretend we’re cars. I love hearing him laugh. He keeps most of us going. The whole family has rallied around him. He has this way about him that sucks you in.” At age 1, Jaxson was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis (IPH), a lung disease of unknown cause that is characterized by alveolar capillary bleeding and accumulation of hemosiderin in the lungs. It is rare, with an incidence between 0.24 and 1.23 cases per million people. Some doctors aren’t even knowledgeable

about the disease. Jaxson is on oxygen and has a feeding tube. “Doctors have said I’m more of an expert about it than them,” she said. “I have to learn as much as I can about this. We were thrown this diagnosis after he turned 1. Kids usually get it at 4 1/2 and up. “Jaxson has broken a lot of records here. He had been the youngest ever diagnosed with it. He’s writing his own disease course. This disease causes him to hemorrhage into his lungs. Anything can cause that—a runny nose, a common cold. That’s what happened in November. He was sick again and his lung function was 30. This has caused other organ problems. He has high blood pressure because he’s in renal failure.” Recently, he was diagnosed with leukemia. The family has set up a Go Fund Me page to help with medical bills: gofundme.com/jaxson-charles. “Jaxson has spent most of his little life in the hospital,” Arrington said. “He was recently given a terminal diagnosis. We were told to let him have some life

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Wigwam Fine Art and Wine Fest returns for ninth year

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Litchfield Park’s signature annual event, the Wigwam Fine Art and Wine Festival, is returning to the Wigwam Resort from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, February 16, to Sunday, February 18. The colorful event showcases more than 100 juried fine artists, who will set up camp on the Wigwam’s lush front lawn with paintings, bronzes, glass sculptures, metal sculptures, mixed-media sculptures, handthrown clay, Raku pottery, jewelry, photography, and custom furnishings and fountains. Featured artists include Elizabeth Dunlap and her contemporary glass sculptures, painter Terry Meyers and the bronze sculptures of Paul Yates. Attendees are invited partake in alfresco dining on the front lawn from the Wigwam’s chefs, chocolate fountains and delectable confectionaries topped

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Goodyear Library hosts local Buckeye woman wins jackpot on first casino visit artists’ works throughout the year By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Buckeye resident Esmeralda Montes kicked off her week with a big win February 4 as the most recent Gila River Hotels & Casinos Mega Jackpot winner. This was Montes’ first time at Vee Quiva. Montes’ mother invited her to the casino because she had a good feeling after previously winning at Vee Quiva. Montes received a cash payout of $115,821.20 from hitting the Mega Jackpot on a Wheel of Fortune Progressive Slot Machine. “It’s so exciting to hear the cheers when our guests win,” said Jeff Esmeralda Montes’ mom encouraged her to go Martin, Vee Quiva general manager. to Gila River Hotels & Casinos. (Photo courtesy “And when they are Mega Jackpot Gila River Hotels & Casinos) winners, it creates a momentum Vee Quiva offers more than 900 and buzz on the casino floor like no different slot machines, 30 oversized other.” She is the second Mega Jackpot table games including Blackjack, Pai winner of 2018 for Gila River Hotels Gow and poker room with 14 poker tables. & Casinos.

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‘Star Wars’ Fandom

Kids of all ages participated in Star Wars-themed challenges led by Jedi Masters to certify as a Youngling (0-5 years), Padawan (5-11) or Apprentice (12 and up) during Star Wars Fandom at the Goodyear Library. Activities included Jedi movement and games, learning Imperial Basic language, and decoding messages in Star Wars alphabet. Crafts and a graduation ceremony followed. 1. Rebel Legion Mos Eisley members Jedi Knight Daotlyoh (Todd Parent), General Leia Organa (Heather Tanner) and Jedi master Star Dancer (Dianne Althouse) stand with event visitors Niko Drossos, 12, Sophie Marshall, 10, and Charles Marshall, 12; 2. Wyatt Hasse, 4, of El Mirage does his best Darth Vader impersonation; 3. Rebel Legion Mos Eisley “Jedi Master Star Dancer” Dianne Althouse poses at the event; 4. Goodyear Library Volunteer Alexandria Smith smiles in her Darth Vader costume; 5. A Goodyear Library Volunteer helps visitors spell their names in Imperial Basic, the official language of the Galactic Empire; 6. Antonio, Kaleb and Kiera Leith, of Buckeye, work on Star Wars crafts; 7. Halsten Shallanberger, 6, shows off his Yoda hat with his father, Chad.

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Three Men and a Tenor to stress music education during benefit By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski The Michigan-based quartet Three Men and a Tenor know the importance of music education. Even though they are on a theater tour, they are stopping by Estrella Foothills High School for workshops and to perform for the public on Wednesday, February 21. “We’ve always been involved in education,” said Chuck Colby of Three Men and a Tenor. “We have a real positive message of following your passion and doing what you love for a living.” The performance is a benefit for the choir students, who will open for the group, according to band director Andrew Glenn, whose wife forged a friendship with Three Men and a Tenor while living in Germany. “She saw them perform for the troops in Germany,” Glenn said. “It’s been a lifelong connection. Whenever they come to Arizona, they talk about connecting with the high school. They finally did.” Three Men and a Tenor were formed by Colby, Paul Felch, Mark Stiles and

Glenn Williams in 1992. The songs they cover range from Bob Marley to Elvis Presley to Led Zeppelin. Their set also includes a tribute to the troops. Performing with Three Men and a Tenor is a lifelong dream for Colby, who knew he wanted to be a performer since visited his grandmother at age 3 in Virginia. “I didn’t know I’d be singing, though,” he said. “I was in plays and band and theater. When I got to Michigan State University, I was in the men’s glee club. That’s where I met these guys. “We just fell in love with the sound of singing together in a large ensemble. Then we just got together as a four-part group. That was 26 years ago.” The quartet made a full-time living from the group; however, they scaled back recently to focus on family. “It’s a part-time job, but a full-time passion,” said Colby, who graduated from Michigan State University in 1993. Colby is looking forward to visiting

(From Left) Mark Stiles, Glenn Williams, Paul Felch and Chuck Coldby are Three Men and a Tenor. (Photo courtesy threemenandatenor.com)

Estrella Foothills High School and showing the students that music is a viable career. “Those who had music in school get it,” he said. “Those who didn’t grow up with music in their school say, ‘What’s the big deal?’ When you’re in music and theater in school, it’s amazing.”

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DAR honors ‘Good Citizens’

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The Buckeye Valley Daughters of the American Revolution awarded three West Valley students its Good Citizen prize. Kurt Bauer of Buckeye Union High School, Favianna Cubello of Estrella Foothills High School, and Madeliene Harris of Youngker High School received a gift certificate and cash award. The students are encouraged to apply for the Buckeye Valley DAR scholarship after they complete one year of college. A third-generation BUHS student, Bauer is the son of Dan and Wendy Morrison. He’s a member of the marching band, FFA, Future Business Leaders of America and Skills USA. Bauer plans to major in history at Estrella Mountain Community College. Cubello enjoys learning new things in topics like physics, calculus and

sociology. The daughter of Joe and Rhiannon Cubello played on the basketball team, but her true love is softball. She plans to study physics and earn a doctorate. Harris was active at Youngker, where she served as co-valedictorian with a 4.0 grade-point average. While attending AP classes, Harris was a member of the National Junior Honor Society, was the cross country team’s captain, and was the Rough Riders’ mascot. She was drum majorette of the marching band. The daughter of Gabe and Amy Harris hopes to attend Yale to study medicine.

Young artists sought for scholarship program By West Valley View staff For the sixth year in a row, the Mayor’s Select Art Awards will offer $1,700 in scholarships to Goodyear’s aspiring young artists. Students are invited to submit their original works of art for consideration in the spring 2018 Mayor Select Art Show before March 20. Winners will be selected at the end of March and recognized at the Goodyear Lakeside Music Festival on April 7. The contest is open to all students who reside in Goodyear and who are enrolled in grades six through 12 in a public, private, charter or alternative school. Scholarships are made possible through a partnership between Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry, the Goodyear Arts &

Culture Commission, and the city of Goodyear in a shared vision of helping advance education, create public dialogue and inspire civic pride through the arts. For more information, full contest rules and an entry form, visit www.goodyearaz. gov/arts or call 623-882-7530.

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Verrado student helps make Centennial walkway a success

By Allison Neri Verrado High School junior Mahek Mallik received an honorary brick for her work as a project management intern on the Centennial Way walkway project for Litchfield Elementary School District’s 100th anniversary. Mallik helped LESD and the district’s charitable foundation show appreciation for the teachers and staff. “Her professionalism and attention to detail helped us reach important deadlines with pinpoint accuracy,” said Kathryn Prusinski, Litchfield School District president. “Mahek’s positive attitude added a sense of fun to our ambitious project.” LESD spokeswoman Shelley Hornback reached out to Mallik in hopes that she would want to intern. With excitement Mallik accepted the task and was eager to get started on the foundation’s walkway. Mallik’s role required her to be organized, keep an eye on spreadsheets and pay close attention to detail. Mallik ensured each brick order form was properly completed, and occasionally helped donors decide on what to put on their legacy brick. “I was very passionate about finishing this project because I was eager to see the outcome,” Mallik said. “People have been saying very positive things about Centennial Way, and it feels good knowing that not only I, but many others, put all of our time and effort into making it just as wonderful as we imagined.” The foundation sold about 400 bricks at $100 to $50,000. It raised more than $155,000, surpassing its goal. “We were thrilled to see old friends and new friends to the district, all coming to-

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gether to honor and celebrate 100 years of educational excellence,” Prusinski said. “We honored the hard-working volunteers and generous donors who made Centennial Way possible and had an opportunity for those involved to see their bricks for the first time.” The foundation wanted to acknowledge Mallik for all of her hard work and the importance she played in the project’s success. Besides the legacy brick, the district mentioned her on Twitter. “I was honored when I heard that the foundation wanted to recognize my work,” Mallik said. “Seeing the brick that was engraved in my honor made me very grateful for the people I had worked with.” The ambitious student is busy prepping for the ACT exams and looking at colleges, but also works a part-time job at Grazie in Verrado. “Mahek is an impressive product of Litchfield and Agua Fria schools and we were thrilled to recognize her during the unveiling,” Prusinski said. “She represents the intelligence, ambition and strong character that we want all of our students to possess.” While Mallik has yet to decide upon a college major, she is hopeful her future will include working on projects that show teachers how much they are appreciated. With plans to take on new projects, Mallik said she believes it will help her further develop useful skills and experience that will set her up for success.

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Goodyear school and coach honored for diabetes awareness efforts By Connor Dziawura Mabel Padgett Elementary School was recently named the No. 1 school in the country for the 2016-2017 School Walk for Diabetes program by the American Diabetes Association (ADA). The school raised $26,000. “This is the first time in all the years we’ve been doing the program nationally that an Arizona school is No. 1,” said Anne Dennis, ADA’s Arizona/ New Mexico executive director. Coach Jason Wall has been called a major factor in the school’s success. As such, he was honored for his efforts in raising awareness and money for diabetes research, advocacy and programs. He received a trophy and Phoenix Suns jersey at a school assembly, which was hosted by the basketball team for a separate school distinction. Since the school opened eight years ago, Wall has helped raise more than $141,000 through the School Walk for Diabetes program, which promotes education, fundraising and donations. The cause speaks to Wall. A Type 1

diabetic for the past 17 years, he was diagnosed when he was 29. “I had a choice where I could just say, ‘Why me,’ or turn the other road and embrace it and learn everything I can about the disease and trying to help the other people who are affected by this disease,” Wall explained. He makes it his duty to inform students about the differences between diabetes Types 1 and 2, as well as risks and preventative measures. “I always start off and I ask them, besides me, how many people they know who have diabetes,” he said. He estimated about 90 to 95 percent of students raise their hands. He also noted at least one other staff member and student have been afflicted with diabetes. “Once they get a chance to look at all the hands in the air and how many people this disease affects in our community here, it’s pretty powerful,” he said. For the younger kids, he looks to make his education especially engaging. He

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makes video presentations, rewrites song lyrics and talks about eating healthy. Educating the students is important, because Wall knew little about the disease when he was diagnosed. “When I was diagnosed, I didn’t know anything about diabetes,” he said. “When they told me my life is going to have to change, they said, ‘if you do these things, you’ll lead a normal life.’” Through School Walk for Diabetes, support is also provided for Camp AZDA, an ADA summer camp for Type 1 diabetics. Padgett raises enough money each year to send a student for free. Since the school joined the School Walk for Diabetes campaign, Wall has received support from his colleagues and community. “I think our school walk is so successful because Coach Wall is such a valued member of our community, not just our school community but our local community because he’s been in our district for years,” said Principal Gina DeCoste. “People know him and they can relate to him, and knowing that he’s a Type 1 diabetic really makes people want to donate to find a cure for diabetes.”

He is grateful for the support. “The support I get from my principal and the parents at my school doesn’t come along very often,” he said. “I’m extremely lucky where I work at and the support I get for something that affects me directly. I’m happy to be here with everybody. They’re my family, my second family.” The program is massive, and Mabel Padgett came at No. 1 out of over 500 schools that participated nationwide, Dennis said. “It’s a pretty powerful program, and it’s because of teachers like Coach Wall who will take the time and educate the kids and bring awareness that that’s happening,” Dennis said, noting five documented reports of students selfdiagnosing Type 1 diabetes since the program launched in Arizona. Dennis has a personal connection to Wall. She met him years ago when he coached her son, who has diabetes, on the boys’ volleyball team at Western Sky. Wall has been involved in the School Walk since before his time at Padgett. “Coach Wall is an exceptional human being. He goes up and above,” she said. “He’s one of those teachers that probably doesn’t get enough recognition.”

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Phoenix Suns visit Mabel Padgett school By Connor Dziawura

Mabel Padgett Elementary School received a visit from the Phoenix Suns in early February after winning the Dairy Council of Arizona’s Jump Start Breakfast Contest. The school was visited by former Suns center Steven Hunter and the team’s famed gorilla. “We were very excited,” said Principal Gina DeCoste. “It’s all fun for the kids. They loved it. We were excited to have the Suns on board.” The annual Jump Start Breakfast Contest, which was held last fall, encourages kids to eat breakfast. Each participating school is asked to get creative. The Goodyear elementary school used food bingo and other alternating games over the program’s month-long duration to promote participation in students, DeCoste said, and as a result, Mabel Padgett saw a 31-percent increase. “You know what they say, breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” she explained. “To get kids in the classroom learning and ready and feeling good, it’s important for them to have a healthy breakfast to start their day.” After winning, Mabel Padgett earned a visit from the Suns. The assembly was led by pre- and post-game host Tom Leander. “We developed this contest to have a great way to get schools to pay attention to increasing school breakfast, but then also to be able to identify a good school to award the assembly,” said Terri Verason, vice president of nutrition

education for the Dairy Council of Arizona, which has a partnership with the Phoenix Suns. Hunter was introduced by Leander as a special guest. “I’ve been playing basketball since I was 3 years old,” Hunter told the students. “It’s what I love to do.” To honor that love of basketball, however, Hunter had to work hard, eating healthy and exercising. As such, Leander and Hunter educated students of proper diet and exercise. The two emphasized the importance of milk, and the necessity to eat right and stay in shape by providing fun facts and entertainment for the students. Hunter involved the students in a question and answer session where they answered questions about how much exercise they should get per day, the most important meal of the day, and the gorilla’s favorite healthy snack for prizes. The Phoenix Suns Solar Squad hip-hop dance team was also present to entertain the students. Mabel Padgett coach Jason Wall, who had just been honored for his efforts in diabetes awareness and fundraising, even participated in a dance competition. “The reason we do this contest is that obviously kids can’t learn if they’re hungry,” Verason said. “School breakfast is a great way to make sure that kids have the nutrition that they need to start the day and be able to be ready to learn.”

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PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BID Bids: February 28, 2018 Time to be determined Project: Verrado East District Ph2 CFD Roadways Civil Improvements DMB White Tank, LLC seeks qualified General Contractors, with a minimum A- General Engineering license, to submit sealed bids for the East District Phase 2 – CFD Roadways Civil Improvements which consists of, but is not limited to storm drain, concrete, paving, street lights, signage & striping in accordance with the plans and specifications (the “Work”). The Successful Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination associated with the Work. Copies of the plans, specifications, bid documents and detailed information for this project will be available on Monday, February 12, 2018. Contact Terri Kading at tkading@dmbinc.com to make arrangements to receive the bid documents. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held in the DMB offices located at 7600 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite 300 Scottsdale, AZ 85258 – February 20, 2018 at 10:00 am. All interested parties are invited to attend. It is recommended that interested parties RSVP prior to the meeting. Sealed bids will be received February 28, 2018 at the City of Buckeye, City Clerk’s Office, located at 530 E Monroe, Buckeye, AZ 85326. Time of bid submittal will be posted in the bid documents. Bids submitted after specified closing time will not be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after the specified closing time. Unless all bids are rejected, the Contract will be awarded within twenty one (21) days. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder that submits a complete and accurate bid. A complete and accurate bid will include all information requested in the bid documents. Every bid made by a Contractor pursuant to this Notice shall be accompanied by a surety bond for ten percent (10%) of the bid amount, listing DMB White Tank, LLC as the Obligee, as a guarantee that the Contractor will enter into a contract to perform the Work, or as liquidated damages in the event the Contractor refuses or fails to enter into the Contract with DMB White Tank, LLC upon award. Cashiers checks will not be accepted. The bonds will be returned to all Contractors whose bids are not awarded the Contract, and to the successful Contractor, upon execution of the Contract, and receipt of Payment and Performance bonds for the Work. The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment and Performance bond will be required in the amount of 100% of the original Contract value for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certificate of Insurance evidencing their ability to meet the insurance requirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry property damage and public liability insurance and shall hold and save harmless DMB White Tank, LLC, DMB White Tank, LLC, the City of Buckeye and the Verrado District 1 Community Facilities District from any employer’s liability and from any and all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as specified in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid documents will be deemed incomplete, and will be rejected. DMB White Tank, LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withhold the award for any reason DMB White Tank, LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject to approval by DMB White Tank, LLC or its representatives. Interested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information, or contact Terri Kading at tkading@dmbinc.com – reference Verrado East District Ph2 CFD Roadways Civil Improvements. No engineer’s estimate will be distributed. PUBLISHED: West Valley View and West Valley View Business February 7, 14, 2018 / 10876

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NOTICE City of Avondale Invitation for Bids (IFB) PW18-046 Large Diameter Sewer Line Repair Notice is hereby given that the City of Avondale is accepting sealed bids to secure a qualified Contractor to complete rehabilitation of existing sanitary sewer pipe using trenchless Cured-In-Place-Pipe (CIPP) technologies and rehabilitation of the existing 60-inch diameter access manholes in two (2) locations within the City of Avondale. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on February 20, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. (local Phoenix, AZ time) in the Sonoran Conference Room at the City of Avondale, 11465 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale AZ 85323. A site visit will immediately follow the conference. All bids should be directed to: City Clerk, 11465 W. Civic Center Dr., Suite 200, Avondale, AZ 85323-6806 or hand delivered to the City Clerk’s office. All sealed bids must be received by 3:00 p.m. (local Phoenix, AZ time) on March 08, 2018 and shall be clearly marked “PW18-046Large Diameter Sewer Line Repair” on the lower left hand corner of the mailing envelope. The City is not responsible for the pre-opening of, post opening of, or the failure to open, a bid proposal not properly addressed or identified. IFB packets/plans are available for download at www.avondale.org or for pick-up at the City of Avondale, 11465 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale, AZ. There is no fee for the first set of bid documents. There is a non-refundable thirty dollar ($30.00) document fee for each additional set. Information regarding this project may be obtained by contacting Mike Smith at (623) 333-4450. The City of Avondale will endeavor to ensure in every way possible that disadvantaged business enterprises (DBE) shall have every opportunity to participate in providing materials/services without being discriminated against on grounds of race, religion, sex, age, or natural origin. DBE businesses are encouraged to submit on this solicitation. Publish: West Valley View and West Valley View Business February 14, 21, 2018 / 11026

CITY OF AVONDALE PUBLIC MEETING 2018/2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN The City of Avondale is seeking public input into the 2018/2019 Annual Action Plan. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is expected to allocate approximately $590,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and $135,000 in Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds to the City of Avondale for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. To be eligible to receive these funds the City of Avondale must update the five-year Consolidated Plan by submitting the 2018/2019 Annual Action Plan. The Consolidated Plan identifies the housing and community development needs of low-income and special needs persons and prescribes strategies to address them. The Annual Action Plan describes the activities that will be undertaken during the fiscal year using CDBG and HOME funds to meet the needs outlined in the Consolidated Plan. The City of Avondale is currently seeking the participation of Avondale residents, service providers, housing organizations, businesses, professional associations and others in the development of the plan. A public meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 5:00 PM in the Avondale Community Center, 1007 S. 3 rd Street, Avondale, Arizona 85323. During the meeting City staff will review/discuss the following: • • • •

Eligible activities Community development and housing needs Past program performance General needs in the community (input from citizens)

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Robert A. Garcia, 74, of Goodyear, passed away on January 16, 2018 at his residence in Goodyear. He was born on December 14, 1943, in San Diego, California to Armando & Ernestine (Zapata) Garcia. Robert moved to Arizona in the early 1980’s, and worked as a stocking clerk and cashier. Robert is survived by two daughters, Anna (Steve) O'Brien and Antoinette Garcia; son, Robert A. Garcia Jr; sisters, Sylvia LaFave and Laura Gutierrez; and also six grandchildren. Services were held on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Litchfield Park. Condolences may be left for the family at www.AvenidasFuneralChapel.com.

Francis Xavier Gilbert

Francis Xavier Gilbert, 90, beloved father and grandfather, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at his daughter’s home in Litchfield Park. He was predeceased by his wife of fifty-eight years, Gilberte (Turlot) Gilbert, He was born in Medford, Massachusetts, March 30, 1927, son of the late Ralph and Madeline (Call) Gilbert. He lived in Cambridge, Somerville, Melrose, and built a home and raised his family in Littleton, MA from 1959 to 1982. He was a member of St. Anne Parish. Francis and Gilberte then enjoyed a wonderful retirement for twenty-five years in Phoenix. He subsequently resided with his daughter in Leesburg, Va for a number of years and was an active member of the Leesburg Senior Center. He was a member of St John the Apostle Catholic Church and most recently of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Community. Francis served in the Marines in 1945 and 1946, and served in the Air Force in Deols, France from 1950 to 1955. Francis had an extensive career in electrical engineering and owned Gilbert Painting Co., Littleton, Ma and Le Chalet de Beauty Salon, Westford, Ma. He was later employed by the US Postal Service in Phoenix before his retirement. Francis pursued many interests such as woodworking, writing, and travel. He loved music and playing the concertina. He was also an avid billiards player and developed a teaching program for members of the local senior center. He volunteered with the St. Vincent de Paul Society in Phoenix and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He spoiled his children and grandchildren with many happy times together. He was a good man with a big heart and we’re blessed to have a lifetime of beautiful memories with him. He is survived by two daughters, two sons in law, and a son, and five grandchildren and their spouses. He is also survived by a sister, Mary Eveline Sicard of Fl., and many nieces and nephews. A funeral mass will be celebrated for Francis on February 28, 2018 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Avondale. Final commendation will be made at Westlawn Cemetery, Littleton, MA. Donations may be made in Francis Gilbert’s memory to the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

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Walter Roy Beasley

1927-2018 Bud, as he was known by his friends and family, entered Heaven's gates January 26th. He was born in Ray, Arizona to Sadie and Herman. Bud served in the US Navy. He married Juanita on August 29, 1946. They were married 71 years. They lived

in Cashion for 35 years and moved to Payson in 2000 where Bud resided until he passed. Bud was preceded in death by his parents, Sadie and Herman, and his only sibling Richard. His is survived by his wife Juanita, his children Pamela, Cleve (Butch) and Kim. Bud also had 9 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. As most knew he was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. A graveside service was held Thursday, February 1, 2018 at Greenwood Cemetery, Phoenix.

Kenneth M. Loesch Kenneth M. Loesch passed away on January 27, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Ken was born to Joseph and Edythe Loesch and lived a very full life. He was predeceased by his first wife, Maureen. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Connie Loesch, his children Sean-Patrick Loesch of Chicago, IL, Deborah Kerns of The Villages, FL, Rosellen Murphy of Metuchen, NJ, Kenneth Loesch of Piscataway, NJ, Judith Giglia of Woodland Hills, CA and Eugene Loesch of Avondale, AZ, John Hayes of Marlboro, NY, Thomas Hayes of Kissimmee, FL and Cathy Downie of Glendale, AZ. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Ken was a Navy veteran and a Pace University graduate. Born in Greenwich, CT , he had resided in Bronx, NY before moving his family to Metuchen, NJ. He was a longtime employee of Rutgers University and had retired to Sarasota, FL and later relocated to PebbleCreek in Goodyear, Arizona. He loved sports including dance skating in his early years and golf and squash. At the age of 79 he was still a force to be reckoned with on the squash court. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, February 25, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear, AZ. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be sent to Valiant Hospice, 637 S. 48th St., Tempe, AZ 85281, the people who gave such wonderful care to Ken and support to his wife and children in his time of need. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

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Dwayne Sargent Dwayne "Sarge" Sargent, age 77 of Buckeye died January 31, 2018 in Goodyear from injuries sustained in an accident at home. Dwayne is survived by his wife, Mary Sargent; daughters, Pamela (Chip) Wodrich, and Shelly (Todd) Thomas, both of Goodyear; sisters, Donna Trosper, Norma Longar, Wilburta Berney; and grandchildren, Jocelyn, Kyle, Devin, Jeremiah, and Nikki. He was preceded in death by his brother, Mardell Sargent, nephew, Dennis Sargent and other family members. A memorial service was held February 6, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, Goodyear. Burial will be at later date at West Lawn Memorial Park in Grand Island, NE. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Yorkie Luv Rescue, 500 N Estrella Parkway, #B2, Suite 495, Goodyear, AZ 85338 or Homeless Youth Connection, 9950 W. Van Buren, Suite 114, Avondale, AZ 85323. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

Lawrence John Wielgosz Lawrence John Wielgosz of Goodyear, died January 12, 2018 in Goodyear. He was born October 28, 1939 in San Francisco, CA to John and Helen Wielgosz. He is survived by his spouse of fifty-five years, Jacqueline (Karlow) Wielgosz; sons, John Wielgosz (Amy) and Jason Wielgosz; sisters, Emily Zielezinski (Larry's twin) (the late Stanley), Cil Ukockis (Bob); grandchildren, Kayla and Johnny Wielgosz; brother-in-law, John (Laura) Karlow; sister-in-law, Claudia (Fred) Pirman; and many nieces, nephews and cousins that he dearly loved. In celebration of a wonderful life a gathering of family and friends will be held on June 16, 2018 in Woodridge, IL. The family requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

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OBITUARIES Ted Hazen

Ted Hazen, 91 of Buckeye passed away February 3, 2018 at his home. Longtime Buckeye farmer and rancher. Ted is survived by his wife Liz; children Elizabeth and James, their mother Anne; sisters Bode Stephens (Tony) and Sarah Bryce (Dewey); many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. A celebration of life will be held March 3, 2018 from 12pm to 3pm at The Old Arlington Store, Old US 80 and 331st Ave, Arlington, AZ. Many thanks to Hospice of the Valley.

Robert Marion Denny Robert Marion Denny, 94, of Litchfield Park passed away at LaLoma Care Center on January 17, 2018. He is survived by one sister-inlaw, Delores Denny, and several nieces and nephews. Bob was born on October 20, 1923, at Tekamah, NE, the son of Marion and Bethel Rutledge Denny. After graduating from high school in Eldorado, KS, he attended Eldorado Community College before enlisting in the United States Air Force. Following flight school, he was stationed in San Francisco, CA where he met Ila Marie Johnson. They were married on July 5, 1947 and were stationed at many bases around the world. Bob retired with the rank of Colonel following 28 years of service. In 1978 he was elected to the Arizona State Legislature and served ten years in the House and four years in the Senate. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Ila Denny and three brothers, James, William and Bennett Denny. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am, Friday, February 16, 2018 at The Church at Litchfield Park, 300 N Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340. Arrangements are with Thompson Funeral Chapel, Goodyear. Memorials may be directed to the Church at Litchfield Park. Online condolences may be made at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

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Bill Krug

Bill Krug of Wittmann died December 14, 2017, he was 89 years old. A memorial service and celebration of life will be held February 16, 2018 at noon at the Shrine Auditorium, 552 N 40th St., Phoenix. A Cash bar and light buffet will be served. Palm Valley Funeral Home handled arrangements.

Robert W. Snyder Robert W. Snyder, age 83 of Phoenix, AZ died February 2, 2018 in Phoenix, AZ. He was born May 3, 1934 to William and Dorothy Snyder in Springfield, OH. He served in the US Navy from June, 1952 to November, 1955 as an ET2 - Electronic Tech. Robert was married 58 years to his wife, Bess Snyder. He held several AA degrees in various electronic courses. He was an avid audiophile and book collector. He was a passionate hiker having hiked all the mountains surrounding the Phoenix area including the Grand Canyon, Havasupai, Hualapai and Superstition Mountains numerous times. He loved working on computers and building them. He took pleasure in continuing his education and learning and enjoyed traveling with Bess. He is survived by his wife, Bess Snyder. A funeral service was held at 6:00 pm on Friday, February 9, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Burial will be at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. The family suggests that donations be made to Hospice of the Valley - Gardiner Home in Phoenix, AZ. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

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Robert Blankenship passed away peacefully on February 2, 2018, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. At only 64, he left us much too soon, and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Bob was born in Casa Grande, and grew up in Buckeye. He graduated from Buckeye Union High School, Class of 1971, as their senior class president. Shortly after high school Bob went to work at Gilbert Pump. During his 22 years at Gilbert Pump he operated a pump rig, a job that that took him to several western states. He later became the Manager of Operations. In 1993 he went to work for the City of Chandler as the Water Systems Maintenance Superintendent, until his retirement in 2008. Bob was an active member of the Phoenix Jaycees for many years, serving in a variety of capacities, including Rodeo Parade chairman in 1983. Bob had a passion for life and lived it to the fullest. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, and riding his Harley. He liked spending his summers in Show Low and traveling after his retirement. He especially loved spending time with his wife and family. All his nieces and nephews adored their uncle Bobby and he made a lasting impression on their lives. Bob is survived by his loving wife, Maxine; his step children Stacy Ray (David) of Peoria, Sam Jocewicz (Kelly) of Camp Verde; nine grandchildren; his sisters Brenda Gilbert (David) of Fort Worth, TX, Gail Montgomery & Karen Blankenship both Goodyear, brothers Richard Blankenship (Lavinda) of Snowflake, and Donald Blankenship (Patty) of Glendale; eleven nieces and nephews; and twelve grand nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Wilcoxson, and nephew Bryan Lugo. The family is asking in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Hospice of the Valley in Bob’s memory.

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Seasonal Part Time Library Aide Hourly: $14.37/No Benefits Application Deadline: February 16, 2016 To apply, submit your application by the closing date at www.tollesonaz.org • EOE

EMPLOYMENT Farm Workers sought by New Hope Harvesting, LLC. in Santa Maria, CA. 45 hrs/wk. Pay $13.18. #Openings: 50 Temp. Positions. 03/10/2018-10/31/2018 assist with cultivating & harvesting strawberries, prep. crops for shipment, load & unload. Tools, supplies & equip. provided no cost. Housing provided at no cost to workers that cannot reasonably return to perm. residence at end of day. Paid transportation & subsistence to work-site paid no later than 50% of work contract. 3/4 of hours of contract guaranteed. Apply for this job at your nearest office of the State Workforce Agency (SWA). Job Order 15789325.

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COME AND BE A PART OF LESD#65 SUPERHERO LEAGUE OF EDUCATORS Littleton Elementary School District TEACHER JOB FAIR Thursday, March 1, 2018 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. GPS Address: 10775 W. 4th Street Avondale, AZ 85323

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