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NEWS .............. 3 LP installing license plate reader cameras

NEWS .............. 6 Abrazo West earns stroke certiﬁcation

FEATURES .... 16 The Coopers thank Abrazo West vaccination volunteers

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February 17, 2021

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LESD breaks ground for Blue Horizon school BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Executive Editor

Liberty Elementary School District hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on Feb. 8, to celebrate the start of construction on the new Blue Horizon Elementary School, 2700 W. Blue Horizon Parkway North in Buckeye. The new school will accommodate student population growth within the city of Buckeye and Liberty Elementary School District. Blue Horizon Elementary is a prototype design of the recent Liberty Elementary School rebuild, also designed by DLR Group. With similar programs, the design team can use the previous design as a kit of parts placed strategically on the new site for optimum daylighting, relationship to the neighborhood, and to provide a courtyard-style campus that optimizes exterior educational environments. “As a growing district, one challenge the governing board faces is to ensure that the district has sufﬁcient classroom space for its children,” said Mark Aguire, board president.

Liberty Elementary School District, Chasse Building Team and DLR Group officials break ground on Blue Horizon Elementary School in Buckeye. (Submitted photo)

“Our community responded to that need and passed a bond election to build Blue Horizon. The Liberty Elementary School District’s vision is to cultivate curious, conﬁdent problem solvers prepared for tomorrow. The construction of Blue Horizon

Elementary will provide not only additional facility space but a learning environment designed speciﬁcally to support this vision. We are so thankful for the com-

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Lumber prices putting squeeze on new home prices BY PAUL MARYNIAK

West Valley View Staff Writer

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The National Association of Homebuilders and the National Association of Realtors said a lumber shortage is accelerating the cost of new-home construction while there also is a rising demand for larger houses — partly as the result of more stay-

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Horizon...continued from page 1 munity’s commitment to children and their education.” Superintendent Dr. Lori Shough added she is grateful for the bond’s passage. “Thanks to our voters, a new school will provide much-needed facility space for our growing district so that children can learn in a safe, inspiring and future-ready school within their own community,” Shough said. DLR Group’s exterior design features parapets for a clean roof line and swooping curvilinear canopies that not only connect the buildings functionally but activate the exterior educational spaces within the campus. The interior theme of a slot canyon

Lumber...continued from page 1 building material costs, most notably softwood lumber, and a shift to larger homes,” said Robert Dietz, chief economist for the National Association of Home Builders. And resale homes may not offer an

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concept ties all buildings on campus together and brings energy into the spaces with angled walls and skylights brightening vibrant colored corridors. Flexibility is prioritized with operable partitions and collaboration areas that allow for a variety of educational spaces for multimodal learning. “Applying a prototype design of the latest elementary school rebuild results in a shortened construction schedule, which is important to this rapidly growing community,” said DLR Group Principal David Schmidt. “DLR Group was able to quickly transform the new school design into something truly fitting of the Blue Horizon community, upholding the goals of community connection, innovation and flexibility.”

The multibuilding campus will accommodate 900 students and will be constructed in phases due to funding sources. The first phase is scheduled to open fall 2021. “We are so excited to partner with Liberty Elementary School District and DLR Group on such a great project,” said Barry Chasse of Chasse Building Team. “CHASSE has been ‘building to make a difference’ since 2007, and we Blue Horizon Elementary School is designed by DLR will be built by Chasse Building Team. are thrilled to bring our ex- Group (Submitted photo) perience to your students and surrounding community. The inno- erations of young minds for years and vative designs will be impacting gen- years to come.”

escape from that trend because of the steadily shrinking inventory. The median sales price nationally was $355,900 in December — up from $329,500 a year earlier. The Cromford Report, which closely monitors the housing market in the metro Phoenix area, said demand

for new and used houses “is still on a downward trend.” But it cautioned that the trend “has had almost no benefit for buyers as supply is dropping to unprecedented lows across large parts of the valley.” “Demand would have to collapse for some semblance of normality to return to this market,” Cromford said, citing a growing chasm between inventory and demand” all due to a worsening supply. A case in point was Avondale, where inventory has plummeted to almost nothing. With only 20 listings, Cromford said, Avondale “is a city of about 85,000 people which, in a normal market, would expect to have about 340 single-family homes for sale. There were 1,100 single-family homes listed in Avondale during 2007. Supply has dropped in half since Jan. 8.” “So, if there were no new listings,” Cromford continued, “the current stock would sell out completely in less than six days. I am starting to wonder if inventory could go to zero in places like Avondale.” Similarly, Cromford reported, Maricopa had only 62 single-family houses for sale. Normally we would expect over 400,” Cromford said. “Demand has remained strong in Maricopa with over 2,200 single-family closings a year. There are 10 days of inventory.” Cromford said inventory is critically low in other small communities — as it is in large Valley cities — particular-

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ly Anthem, Arizona City, Carefree, El Mirage, Florence, Litchfield Park, Sun Lakes, Tolleson, Tonopah and Youngtown. Meanwhile, new pressures are being put on homebuyers in the form of rising lumber prices. The homebuilders group reported that in the first six months of the pandemic “lumber prices soared more than 170%. “This unprecedented lumber price spike added nearly $16,000 to the price of a typical new single-family home,” it said. The homebuilders association recommended that its members include an escalation clause in contracts “that indicates if lumber prices increase by a certain percentage, the customer would be required to pay the extra costs.” It also said the sharp increases in lumber costs “threaten the affordability of new homes and the housing sector, which is leading the nation’s economic recovery.” The association blamed the lumber cost increase on inadequate domestic production. “Many mills reduced production due to stay-at-home orders and social distancing measures enacted by state and local governments at the onset of the coronavirus pandemic,” it said recently. “Mill operators projected that hous-

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Lumber...continued from page 2 ing would be adversely affected by the crisis and anticipated a large drop in demand. But housing weathered the storm much better than was predicted and demand for lumber has accelerated.” In December, it called on the Trump administration to pressure domestic lumber producers “to ramp up production to ease growing shortages and making it a priority to work with Canada on a new softwood lumber agreement.” That request went nowhere. All this comes at a time when more millennials and Gen Xers are looking to buy a house — and when more are looking to buy new, the homebuilders group said. In a survey of more than 15,000 prospective buyers, it found “a significant shift in interest for newly-built homes during this period among prospective buyers,” doubling to 41% of buyers in December from a year earlier. “On the other hand,” it added, “the share interested in an existing home declined from 40% to 30%, while the share indifferent to either type of home fell from 41% to 29%.” “When broken down by generation,” it added, “results show that 50% of Millennial and 48% of Gen X buyers are looking to buy a new home. In contrast, 50% of boomers and 38% of Gen Z buyers would prefer to buy an existing home. Those preferring new dominated survey respondents in the Northeast and West. New-home sales in 2020 posted an 18.8% increase over 2019, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and U.S. Census Bureau reported in December. The National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said that while closings have dipped, “I would attribute that to having too few homes for sale.” “There is a high demand for housing and a great number of would-be buyers, and therefore sales should rise with more new listings,” he said. “This elevated demand without a significant boost in supply has caused home prices to increase and we can expect further upward pressure on prices for the foreseeable future.”

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License plate reader cameras to be installed BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Executive Editor

Automated license plate reader cameras will be installed in Litchfield Park within 60 days to observe vehicles that may have an active warrant or a silver/ Amber alert, according to Matthew Williams, interim city manager. The solar-powered cameras will alert the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office to the vehicle’s location within the city. Footage will also be used in investigations to monitor when suspect vehicles enter or exit the city limits. They are not used to monitor speed and traffic signals, nor use any facial recognition technology. The purchase and placement of the 32 ALPR cameras were approved during a special city council meeting on Nov. 9, 2020. The city will pay $80,000 annually for the Flock safety camera systems. Similar systems are also being de-

Flock safety camera systems will be installed at entrances and exits to all city neighborhoods. They are not used to monitor speed or trafﬁc signals. They do not use facial recognition technology. (Photo courtesy city of Litchﬁeld Park)

ployed in Tempe and Youngtown. Nationally, cities that have installed these systems have seen, on average, a 60% drop in nonviolent crime. These cameras will be installed on existing poles or new 12-foot ones at entrances and exits into all city neighborhoods and are strictly used to capture vehicle tags, vehicle make, model and color.

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Dr. Timothy Byrne, medical director of cardiac services at Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital, noted it has been a year since the CDC identified the first COVID-19 patient in the United States, and getting the vaccine is an important part of putting the pandemic behind us. “Combined with the precautions of hand-washing, mask wearing and social distancing, being vaccinated will help us achieve the goal of beating this virus,” Byrne said. “First, check your eligibility. Go online and check local public health websites or social media for vaccine availability information. Be patient. Know that vaccines are available in limited quantities and demand will be high.” “As new sites open for vaccinations, don’t just show up. Please do not arrive at a vaccination site, your doctor’s office or hospital looking for the vaccine. Don’t assume your local provider has vaccine available or that you can be vaccinated right away.”

Byrne acknowledged that some may be concerned about vaccine side effects. “The reality of the reactions related to the vaccine is that it’s a very small group of patients out of the total number of those vaccinated,” he said. “Temporary side effects from vaccination may feel like flu symptoms — sore muscles, feeling tired or mild fever — but they should go away within a few days. “If you have a history of allergic reactions to medications, check with your physician on whether to proceed with vaccination. Even though the number of reactions is small, each vaccination site is well equipped to handle such a situation.” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide information about the COVID-19 vaccine and answers common questions. According to the CDC, “Studies show that COVID-19 vaccines are very effective at keeping you from getting COVID-19. Experts also think getting a

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will need to keep wearing a mask that covers your nose and mouth, washing your hands often and staying at least 6 feet away from other people you do not live with. This gives you and others the best protection from catching the virus. “Right now, experts don’t know how long the vaccine will protect you, so it’s a good idea to continue following the guidelines from CDC and your health department. We also know not everyone will be able to get vaccinated right away, so it’s still important to protect yourself and others.” For more information, visit the Maricopa County Department of Public Health at maricopa.gov/5641/COVID19-Vaccine or the Arizona Department of Health Services at azdhs.gov.

Avondale hires Pimentel as intergovernmental aﬀairs admin BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

tem, AviWise, as well as coordinating the efforts of a citywide innovation team. Marshall Pimentel will oversee AvonPrior to joining Avondale, Pimentel dale’s intergovernmental affairs program. worked for the Arizona Governor’s Office As the intergovernmental of Strategic Planning and Budaffairs administrator, Pimengeting, where he was a budget tel will oversee Avondale’s analyst. He also worked for the state and federal legislative city of Peoria, the Alliance for agenda, making recommenInnovation and both chambers dations to staff and council of the state legislature. and advocating on behalf of “I am pleased to have the city regarding key priorMarshall step into this role ities. as intergovernmental affairs He will also represent the administrator,” said Avoncity at regional agencies such dale City Manager Charles as the Maricopa Association Marshall Pimentel earned a Montoya. of Governments, the League bachelor’s degree in polit- “He has demonstrated a of Arizona Cities and Towns, ical science and a master’s keen understanding of the and WESTMARC, as well as degree in public admin- legislative process. He also advise and assist the mayor istration from ASU. (Photo knows each and every city courtesy city of Avondale) and City Council members, department well, having who serve on various regional committees. worked as a liaison in the city manager’s Pimentel joined the city of Avondale in office. He will work hard to represent the September 2019 as a management ana- city’s interests at the regional, state and lyst in the city manager’s office, where he federal levels.” worked on a variety of key initiatives for Pimentel earned a master’s degree in Avondale’s executive leadership, serving public administration from ASU, where as a liaison between management and the he was a Marvin Andrews Fellow in various city departments. He was instru- urban management. He also earned his mental in helping the city implement a bachelor’s degree in political science at new citizen response management sys- ASU.

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Abrazo West Campus has earned Primary Plus Stroke Center certification for its ability to evaluate, stabilize and provide emergency care to all patients with acute stroke symptoms and, if necessary, admit patients to a dedicated stroke care unit. Primary Plus Stroke Center granted by DNV GL Healthcare means Abrazo West Campus goes beyond the requirements of a primary stroke center, with the addition of training, equipment, experience and personnel for performing thrombectomies and postcare for the treatment of acute ischemic strokes. More than 87% of strokes are ischemic strokes caused by a clot that cuts off blood flow to a part of the brain. They are largely treatable if a patient gets to a hospital that can provide the right treatment in time. Studies have shown the value of mechanical thrombectomy for large vessel occlusive ischemic strokes, according to neurologist Dr. Sushant Kale. “Getting this certification shows that Abrazo West has necessary resources

to take care of these complex patients, which includes stroke trained Emergency Department staff, advanced neuro imaging facilities, a neurointerventional biplane suite, neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, neuro interventional and intensive care physicians and rehabilitation services,” Kale said. The certification is great news for the community, added Abrazo West Campus CEO Christina Oh. “Abrazo West is continuously investing in talent and our facility for the benefit of our community. Every second is critical in minimizing the damage caused by a stroke. Quickly and effectively treating stroke helps preserve brain function and a better quality of life for patients after a stroke,” she said. The types of patients who might use and benefit from a Primary Plus Stroke Center include, but are not limited to, patients with ischemic strokes, large vessel occlusions, hemorrhagic strokes, or strokes from unusual causes that may require specialized testing or interventional therapies, according to

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Gutierrez arrested in deadly shooting, assault Gabriel Gutierrez was arrested Feb. 9 in connection with a homicide near North Dysart Road and West Coldwater Plaza North in Avondale at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 7, according to the Avondale Police Department. James Archuleta, 24, was found shot at 10:30 a.m. and subsequently died from his injuries at an area hospital. Gutierrez was apprehended after the Avondale Police Department worked with the Phoenix Police Department after receiving multiple leads of the suspect’s whereabouts. Gutierrez has also been connected to a separate incident regarding a Feb. 4 robbery in Avondale, where 66-yearold landscaper Leopoldo “Polo” Gomez Ortega was beaten and robbed of his money and other items. A GoFundMe has been set up to help Ortega with his medical bills, http://bit.ly/3tTuaYW

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litically as left as a hooked six-iron, had spent most of the past four years Every few months, a stranger ap- viciously attacking President Donald proaches me on the golf course to Trump. So, Jeep chose him to hawk discuss something I’ve SUVs by inviting America written. This makes me to reunite as a country? anxious, because (a) these “All are more than welfolks typically disagree come to come meet here in with the column in questhe middle,” was the ad’s tion and (b) I’m usually basic message. about to miss a 5-foot putt I Then came Feb. 10, when need to make par. news broke that SpringThese moments always steen had been charged with make me glad that I am in drunken driving in his home no way famous. Because state of New Jersey. Suddenfame, especially today, ly, Bruce was in the middle seems like one of the worst — of a complete cluster. DAVID LEIBOWITZ afflictions imaginable. The New York Times Take, for example, the week Bruce wrote several hundred words about Springsteen just had. Springsteen’s arrest. It made headlines On Super Bowl Sunday, The Boss and newscasts around the globe. By afwas riding high, the star of a new Jeep ternoon, Jeep had pulled the TV spot off commercial entitled “The Middle,” the internet, saying: “it’s … right that which aired to massive acclaim. we pause our big game commercial unPersonally, I found the TV spot weird- til the actual facts can be established.” ly hypocritical: Springsteen, who’s poSpeaking of the actual facts, we’ll West Valley View Columnist

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find those out should Springsteen’s case reach trial. But what’s out in the public domain thus far underscores how lousy fame is. According to a spokesman for the National Park Service, Springsteen was arrested on Nov. 14 in the Gateway National Recreation Area near Sandy Hook along the Jersey Shore. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, reckless driving and consuming alcohol in a closed area. “Springsteen was cooperative throughout the process,” according to the NPS statement. My first take was, wow, Bruce must have been pretty wasted to rack up three counts like that. You have to figure — and I’m not saying this is a good thing — that a celebrity like Springsteen, a guy who’s a god in Jersey, Mr. Born to Run, must get kid glove treatment when he does something wrong. Apparently not so here. Thursday, the Asbury Park Press reported Springsteen’s blood alcohol level at arrest was .02, or one-quarter of Jersey’s legal limit. Of course, that’s “according to a source familiar with the case.” That source could be a cop or clerk with access to the incident report. Or it could be Springsteen’s PR machine

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spinning the narrative favorably. Or it might be a music industry pal, like “the source close to Springsteen” who chatted with the New York Post Feb. 11. In that version of events, Springsteen was riding his motorcycle when he was spotted by fans. “Bruce stopped, took … pictures, then a fan offered him a shot of liquor, which he took while sitting on his bike, which was stationary,” the source told the Post. “Park Police saw what happened and they immediately pulled Springsteen over as he drove away.” Therein lies the price of fame. Free drinks are few and far between for we mere mortals. Then again, if we do get pulled over and fail to walk the line or we blow a .02, it doesn’t make news worldwide. No one puts out a press release. And our friends don’t abandon us like Jeep leaving the scene of Springsteen’s possible noncrime. You’ve heard the saying before, I’m sure. In the future, everyone will be famous for 15 minutes. Feel free to have my time. I’ll pass. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com

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Taylor Jacobs is not one to play for the spotlight or the recognition. She is a team player, a student of the game and the classroom. A Litchfield Park resident and a Canyon View High School junior, Jacobs is a two-sport athlete, playing softball and basketball for the Jaguars. During the current basketball season, Taylor is averaging 7.3 points, six rebounds and one steal per game. Success and commitment are nothing new to Taylor and her family. Taylor’s father, John Jacobs, played football and baseball professionally. A former pitcher for the Kansas City Royals affiliate, the GCL Royals, John is Canyon View’s softball head coach.

Taylor’s mother and Arizona Softball Foundation Hall of Fame member B’Ann Jacobs won two state titles with Phoenix’s Greenway High School and pitched for UCLA women’s softball team. B’Ann and John have been strong influences for Taylor. Former MLB players like Raul Gonzalez and Mike Sweeney have also played important roles in Taylor’s athletic career. “Taylor’s been very blessed to be around different people who are at the highest level,” John said. “The people she is able to be exposed to, that level (of playing in college) isn’t too big for her. It’s been in her DNA since she was born.” Taylor was born in Rancho Cucamonga, California, and remains connected to UCLA and the city of

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Taylor Jacobs, who plays softball and basketball, receives sage advice from her parents, John and B’Ann Jacobs, as well as former MLB players. (Photo courtesy John Jacobs)

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Alice Cooper and his longtime producer, Bob Ezrin, create conceptual albums. The topic of the original shock rocker’s forthcoming collection is something close to his heart — his hometown of Detroit. “Detroit Stories” is set to hit stores Feb. 26. “It’s easier to write in concepts,” said Cooper, who lives in Scottsdale. “I didn’t want to just write 12 good hard rock songs. I said, ‘Why don’t we dedicate it to the home of hard rock?’ “We didn’t stop there. We wrote the album there with Detroiters and have the entire band from Detroit.” Those legendary musicians included MC5 guitarist Wayne Kramer, Detroit Wheels drummer Johnny “Bee”

Badanjek, jazz and R&B bassist Paul Randolph, Grand Funk Railroad’s Mark Farner and the Motor City Horns. The group recorded at Royal Oak, Michigan’s Rustbelt Studios. “Mark Farner, Wayne Kramer and Johnny Bee were great, and then we got some studio guys to play bass, keyboards and horns. The only guy who wasn’t from Detroit was Joe Bonamassa. I just thought he was good for the songs ‘Rock ’n’ Roll’ and ‘Drunk and In Love.’ “I’ve known Wayne Kramer since the MC5 days. I think he’s playing better than he ever has. Johnny Bee is a premier drummer. Mark Farner is a modern guitarist from Grand Funk.” Cooper didn’t anticipate the funk undercurrent of the songs. He listened back to

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That music is reﬂected in “Detroit Stories.” He calls “$1,000 High Heel Shoes” a Motown song. “Go Man Go” is rockabilly, and “Drunk and In Love” is blues. “I tried to include every bit of Detroit kind of rock,” Cooper said. The acknowledgments in the liner notes even reﬂect his love of the Motor City by thanking the likes of Creem Magazine, WABX, Soupy Sales, The Grande Ballroom, Al Kaline, Bobby Layne and Gordie Howe. “They were our sports heroes,” Cooper said. “They were such a big part of my life when I was a little kid. The Tigers, Lions and Red Wings were the biggest things. “We had a great time playing big arenas all over the world, but the coolest rock ’n’ roll time was at the Grande and Eastown with Suzi Quatro and maybe Ted Nugent. You go and every one of these bands brought it every night. Nobody was up there going, ‘I hope you like us tonight.’ You grab them by the face and shake them.” —Executive Editor Christina Fuoco-Karasinski can be reached at christina@timespublications.com

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Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Alice Cooper proved he is a nice guy after all when he recently visited the southwest COVID-19 vaccination POD at Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear. Cooper and his wife, Sheryl, thanked volunteers and staff for their dedication to serving the community, signed autographs and visited with registered participants. “We’re here today signing autographs and for some morale building,” said Cooper, who also received his first dose of the vaccine. “I think it’s a good idea to get both vaccinations. I’ll be back in 21 days to get my next one. “All the people out here are great. All the volunteers are terrific. I just want to thank everybody for volunteering, and I think once we all get vaccinated, we’ll beat this thing. If Alice Cooper can get a shot, anybody can.” Abrazo West officials complimented the collaboration of all the partners and support to provide vaccinations at the

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BY RABBI DANA EVAN KAPLAN West Valley View Contributing Writer

Temple Beth Shalom is the center for Jewish religious life in the West Valley, so our members are used to getting asked a wide range of questions about different aspects of Judaism. These inquiries come from a broad spectrum of individuals, many of whom are not Jewish and want to know about speciﬁc books of the Bible or a holiday they may have heard about. As rabbi of the temple, I have received several calls recently from people living in different parts of the area about Purim — the Jewish equivalent of Mardi Gras — which is celebrated this year on Feb. 26. The Jewish holiday of Purim centers on the reading of the Scroll of Esther, which tells the story of how a young Jewish girl wins a beauty contest, becomes the wife of King Ahasuerus (Xerxes), and saves the Jewish people of Persia. According to the scroll, the Day of Deliverance should be celebrated with gladness and celebration. There should be feasting (what religious holiday is complete without a good meal?) and there should be as much partying as possible. Jews who celebrate Purim dress up in costumes, which may be based on one of the characters from Esther’s story or something more modern like superheroes or princesses. We read the scroll out loud and cheer every time one of the “good guys” is mentioned, and boo or twirl our noisemakers vig-

orously every time Haman — the “bad guy” — is spoken from the text. In this story, Haman wore a distinctive three-point hat, which has been transformed into an iconic three-cornered pastry called a hamantaschen (literally translated “Haman’s ear”). Our religious school children at the temple have been busy recently baking these triangular, pocket-filled cookies in a variety of flavors. I asked the students in my bar mitzvah class to tell me which flavor they liked best, and most of them chose chocolate. Personally, I prefer the raspberry ones. In these difficult times in which so many have been forced to seek assistance, it is important to note that one of the central practices of Purim is to donate to those in need. On the day of Purim, a person is obligated to give one gift each to at least two people who are less fortunate. At minimum, the gifts should be either the food eaten at a regular meal or the amount of money required to buy that meal. However, it is preferable to give more than this. In the rabbinic writings, the sages say that there is no greater joy than gladdening the hearts of orphans, widows and needy people. One who does this is compared to God, who, according to the Book of Isaiah, “revives the spirit of the humble and revives the heart of the downtrodden” (57:15). What makes Purim so well known and so beloved is the custom of masquerading in costumes. Although the holiday itself goes back at least 2,000

years, the practice of dressing up probably originated among Italian Jews at the end of the 15th century. The Jews of Rome observed the practice of Carnival, which was part of the Christian festive season before Lent. This celebration was observed in February or early March, exactly at the same time that Purim was celebrated. Carnival included parades just like you would see during Mardi Gras today in New Orleans and numerous other cities around the world. Costumes and even masks allow us revelers to exchange our Rabbi Dana Evan Kaplan is the rabbi of Temple normal, personal identities for Beth Shalom of the West Valley. (Submitted Photo) those of religious, historical or popular ﬁgures. social cohesion is of potentially great While we each may dress up as vast- value to all of us. Purim is one of the ly different characters, the impact of most joyous of holidays in the Jewish everyone being dressed up altogether calendar, and yet it also includes some paradoxically heightens our sense of important lessons about familial loyalcommunal unity. At this time when we ty, communal cohesion and how good feel that our society is at risk of frac- people can band together to stop evil in turing, anything that can create more its tracks.

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Wife calls caring for veteran husband a ‘rebirth’ BY LAUREN SERRATO

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A Buckeye couple whose marriage was once defined as carefree and “go with the flow” now live their lives intentionally and strategically. In 2013, Bree Shields became a caregiver for her husband, Sean, after he returned from his deployment in Afghanistan. In the Army, Sean was involved in multiple firefights and a Humvee accident, resulting in PTSD, anxiety, depression, hearing loss, knee and back injuries, vision impairments, insomnia and a traumatic brain injury. Bree refers to her transition from a social worker to a full-time caregiver as a “rebirth.” “It was basically taking everything that he was prior and just erasing all that and now having to figure out what are these new limitations. But the hardest part is having to watch someone you love struggle and be in pain physically and emotionally,” she said. Prior to Sean’s deployment, Bree said

their marriage and everyday lifestyle was carefree, but she now has to be very intentional with their day-to-day routine. What used to be simple days out in public now revolve around her ability to adapt to Sean’s needs. “When we’re in public, if he’s struggling with something, whether that’s his pain or if there’s a certain noise or sound that he hears, or there’s too many people, it’s just too overwhelming for his brain,” she said. Bree’s days vary between phone calls with the VA or attempts to find new ways of physical therapy during a pandemic. “The pandemic has definitely been like ‘Groundhog Day’ for us,” she said. “Some days felt like the same day over and over, so I have to be really diligent. I make sure we get outside for a certain amount of time per day, even if we’re just sitting in the sun.” To find a sense of community as a caregiver, Bree became involved in the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and is serving a two-year term as a caregiver fellow. As a fellow, Bree directly helps other

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caregivers by offering her expertise in nutrition and wellness, as well as sharing her experience to help offer advice. She organized a Veterans Day event last year that offered supplies, resources and information to more than 100 caregivers. For Bree, she said it’s important that Arizona understands that it’s not only the veteran who deserves support, but the caregiver as well. “I want people to know about a caregiver’s impact and I want our Arizona community to know that military caregivers are a thing and how we can best support them,” she said. Initially, Bree said the stress of taking care of another person was A deployment to Afghanistan in 2013 left Sean overwhelming. “At the beginning, there was no Shields with multiple physical and mental injuHis wife, Bree Shields, serves as his caregiver. space to give myself. My job was ries. (Photo courtesy of Bree Shields) keeping my husband alive, first and foremost, and I had space for nothing Hidden Heroes, a respite relief program else. But when I started to give to myself for military and veteran caregivers. in small ways though self-care, my care for “They’re called ‘hidden heroes,’ but this my husband actually got better,” she said. year I’m making it a goal to make them not For caregivers who are just starting so hidden,” Bree said. “They have an amaztheir journey, Bree said her best advice ing online community that is really healthy would be to get involved in a community. and very purpose driven by providing re“I thought that I was alone on my jour- sources to empower caregivers along their ney and that was a really heavy weight to journey. It’s important to let them know that carry. The quicker you can get connected there are resources out there and they don’t to a community, the better it will be, be- have to live a life that is burnt out.” cause you’ll be around people who comFor more information on the pletely understand what it is that you are Elizabeth Dole Foundation, visit going through,” she said. elizabethdolefoundation.org, and for Additionally, Bree expressed the im- information on Hidden Heroes visit portance of celebrating and redefining hiddenheroes.org/respite. victories, as well as finding time for respite as a caregiver. As a fellow for the —Staff writer Lauren Serrato can be reached foundation, Bree is also an advocate for at lserrato@timespublications.com Carpet • Tile • Grout • Upholstery • Air Duct Cleaning • Commercial & Residential Cleaning

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Pendergast Elementary School District News BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Executive Editor

Amazon is funding computer science education and teacher professional development for 11 elementary schools in Pendergast Elementary School District. It impacts more than 1,650 students from underserved communities and groups currently underrepresented in tech as part of its Amazon Future Engineer program. Pendergast is part of Amazon Future Engineer’s expansion to more than 5,000 schools, nearly 1,000 of which are elementary schools. Amazon is working with BootUp PD, a nonprofit professional development provider specializing in elementary school education, to bring computer science to each school. BootUp PD’s typically in-person professional development sessions adapt well to a virtual model and provide teachers with the tools they need to bring engaging coding lessons to their students on screen and in person.

High-quality computer science education for elementary school students during their school day is a critical piece of Amazon’s “childhood-to-career” approach, because it helps bridge equity skill gaps at an age when students are just beginning to formulate ideas about their futures. “Funding from Amazon Future Engineer delivers teacher professional development and curriculum, including virtual opportunities from BootUp PD,” said Pendergast Superintendent Dr. Lily Matos DeBlieux. “This will mean incredible opportunities for our students, and we are grateful to Amazon and BootUp for believing in our students.” Pendergast board Vice President and State Sen. Martin Quezada has been a fierce advocate for STEAM education for Pendergast students and is looking forward to the Amazon Future Engineer program.

“We look to level the playing field for our students in order for them to excel. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for our students with this amazing program,” Quezada said. Speaking of Quezada, he and Jete White were elected as vice president and president, respectively, of the PESD board. Jose Arenas, Hilda Ortega-Rosales and Susan Serin complete the five-member board. A high school math teacher, White has lived in the district since 2013. He has a master’s degree in secondary education and a master’s in administration and supervision. In addition to math, he is also certified to teach social studies, English and American government, and holds a principal certificate. He and his wife, Mary, are the parents of two young daughters, one of whom attends school in Pendergast district. He is a strong supporter of public education.

Quezada, an attorney and state senator representing Legislative District 29, is committed to social justice in Arizona. Martin is a native Phoenician and is a product of Arizona public education. Martin earned a Bachelor of Science in administration of justice from ASU’s College of Public Programs and a Juris Doctorate. Additionally, three board members — Jose Arenas, Hilda Ortega-Rosales and Jete White — were sworn in at the meeting for four-year terms by Judge Joseph “Pep” Guzman of the Agua Fria precinct. “This board is comprised of dedicated public servants who are fully committed to the students, staff, families and communities of the Pendergast District,” DeBlieux said. “They are supportive and always celebrate the achievements of the district. We are so fortunate to have them as community leaders and education advocates.”

tiyear journey of embracing this framework and way of thinking and acting and doing things.” When the academy planned to introduce the program last year, it had a clear vision of what it would look like in its classrooms. Enter the pandemic, and teachers and faculty had to create a new game plan to transition into virtual learning. “We’ve still been able to focus on the same goals. We’ve just reimagined the setting and how we deliver it to the students, but we’re excited that when students were here in person they were really taking on those leadership roles, and those even continued in the virtual setting,” Orloski said. First-grade teacher Megan Garr said she can already see positive changes in her students since the start of the Leader in Me program. One way Garr has implemented the program into her curriculum is creating

leadership roles for each of her students. “This has been most important for some of my more timid children and some of my friends that are low readers,” Garr said. “We’re working toward every student having a leadership role and some of those tasks that I would normally do, whether it be taking attendance or making announcements.” In her 13 years of being a teacher, Garr said the academy is one of the best shows that has employed her. With the addition of the Leader in Me program, Garr said her students and the entire school will only become stronger. “We already have that family and that strong community feel, but I think it’s going to take it from that love and that strong sense of community we have, and also really empower staff and students to strive to become experts at the seven habits and the leader in me,” she said.

Beyond the program’s academic benefits, Garr said she is excited to see the life skills to which the children will be introduced. “A lot of the foundational skills of this program are those lifelong skills that employers look for in the career field — if you can communicate well, can you problem solve with each other, good eye contact when you speak,” Garr said. The program addresses students’ social, emotional and communication skills, Garr said, with a focus on helping the child develop as a whole person. “I think that idea of growing these little ones into not only fantastic leaders and kiddos whether they’re here on campus, but also it’s going to be great to see how this impacts them for the rest of their life,” Garr said.

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The Wildflower Accelerated Academy has officially been named a Leader in Me school, a nationwide program that focuses on leadership, culture and academics. The program takes on a holistic approach to education as opposed to solely focusing on academic measures. “It’s really about shifting students to see that everyone has potential and everyone has greatness and that by taking on leadership roles and looking at situations differently that they are able to become leaders. We empower them to just really learn and take ownership of it,” said Katelyn Orloski, academy assistant principal. Adopting the program is a three-year process, Orloski said. In their first year, students learn about culture. “Next year we move into the academics piece,” she said. “It’s really a mul-

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David Michael Ganley David Michael "Mike" Ganley passed away on January 29th, 2021 at the age of 79 at Abrazo Hospital in Goodyear, Arizona. Unfortunately at that time of his death no family members were allowed to be with him, because of Covid-19 precautionary rules. Mike was born on September 7, 1941 at Good Samaritan hospital in Phoenix, Arizona to Paul and Mary Ganley. Mike was the youngest of three children in the Ganley household. Mike attended both Buckeye Elementary School and Buckeye Union High School graduating in May of 1960. Mike then attended Arizona State College (now Northern Arizona University) in Flagstaff graduating with a BA in business in 1964. He later earned a Master's Degree in Business from University of Phoenix. On December 29, 1962 Mike married the love of his life, Kay Greer which he met while attending Arizona State College. They have five children - Paul, Shannon, Sean, Sparlin and Erin. Two children, Shawn Michael and Tara Christine, were both lost as infants to SIDS in the early 1960s. After graduating college Mike and Kay lived several places around the country including, Phoenix Arizona, Wallingford Connecticut, Waynesboro Virginia, Sachse Texas, Brighton Colorado working in a new industry - Cable TV. Eventually they moved back to Buckeye, Arizona where Mike established his business of Property Evaluation. Mike is preceded in death by his father Paul, his mother Mary and Pauline, his older sister. Mike is survived by his wife, Kay, of 58 years. His son Paul (Nicole), daughter Shannon, son Sean (Kim,), son Sparlin (Aurora) and daughter Erin (Michael Abdoo), fourteen grandchildren, and Phil Ganley, Mike's older brother. Mike was interred at the Louis B. Hazelton Cemetery on February 3, 2021 next to his parents. No service is planned at this time but perhaps a celebration of life at some day in the future.

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AlbertJohn John Sheridan, 78Goodyear, of GooAlbert Sheridan, 78 of AZ diedAZ January 30, 2021, Phoenix, dyear, died January 30,in2021, in AZ. He was August 1942, 5,to Phoenix, AZ. born He was born 5, August Philip andPhilip Marieand Sheridan in Chicago, 1942, to Marie Sheridan in IL. Chicago, IL. Al earned his bachelor's degree from Al Carroll earned his bachelor's fromin John University anddegree his Ph.D. John Carroll University andfrom his Ph.D. Organizational Psychology Case in Organizational Psychology from Case Western ReWestern Reserve University. serve He University. spent the bulk of his professional career as a He spent theconsultant bulk of hisand professional career at as LIMRA a manmanagement Vice President International, a Windsor, based atresearch and agement consultant and ViceCT President LIMRA Inconsulting organization serving the financial services ternational, a Windsor, CT based research and consultindustry. 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Arthur McDaniel

Arthur "Frank" Mc Daniel, 81, of Buckeye, Arizona passed away on February 1st, 2021 in Buckeye, Arizona. He was born on January 22nd, 1940 to Robert Mc Daniel and Ella Starn. Services are private.

Shelby Carl Shelby Carl died at 93 at home on February 5th peacefully with family at his side. Born and raised in Okemah, Oklahoma, one of 10 siblings he was 3rd from the youngest. In 1941 he graduated the 8th grade and took the train to live with his sister in Yuma, AZ where he graduated from Yuma High School before joining the Navy in 1945. Navy Officers that learned to appreciate and respect him convinced him to go to college so in 1948 he went home and went to the University of Arizona becoming the first student to ever graduate from the Ag College with a master's degree in Entomology. Within a few years he joined Wilbur Ellis Company in the emerging fertilizer and chemical industry where he spent the next 22 years, rising to the position of Regional Manager and Vice President. During this time he was appointed by Arizona Governor Raul Castro to be a Special Advisor for Agriculture to the Governor and he also received an appointment in 1980 to join the Reagan Administration in the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) which he turned down. He couldn't bring himself to leave Arizona and live in Washington DC. For 40 years he worked to help farmers in the desert southwest be the best. And he became a leader in the industry where he served at the UofA, founded the Arizona Agribusiness Council and served tirelessly in his church. He cared about his family, friends, his customers and especially those who worked with him, and for him. A long-time member of the Avondale Baptist Church he taught Sunday School and was active at the Mission of Mercy long after retiring. He was an active outdoorsman spending as much time as possible at the family cabin in Mormon Lake and hunting as much as getting drawn would allow. Even getting his Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep at the age of 90 and a Bull Elk at 91. He is preceded in death by his mom and dad, HC and Vesta Mae Carl, his 9 brothers and sister, his first wife Beth and daughter Angela Traubel. He is survived by his wife Margaret, son Steve, Son in Law Larry Traubel, Grandkids Megan Basham, Travis Carl, Shelby Brannon, Tara Betts, Lindsay Cooper, Brian Traubel and Whitney Kroll as well as 10 great grandchildren with more on the way. Socially distanced services will be held at the Avondale Baptist Church at 1001 N. Central Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 on Saturday, February 20th at 10 am. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Mission of Mercy care of Avondale Baptist Church. "He died at a good old age, an old man and full of years, and was gathered to his people." "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints".

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Richard D. Goodenough Richard D. Goodenough of Tolleson, entered eternal paradise at age 76 on January 15, 2021 due to complications from Covid. Born in Oakland, CA, he was raised and lived most of his life in Arizona. Richard is survived by his best friend and wife of 53 years, Dolores; daughter Kathy (Trey); son Eric; grand-daughter Grace; brother Albert (Lorie) and many friends and extended family members. He is preceded in death by his parents, Grace and Richard Goodenough. As a teenager, he was a foreign exchange student in Scotland, while his mom was a foreign exchange teacher in England. His love for adventure never stopped him as he traveled with friends through many countries. Once back in the States, his college days were spent in Long Beach and then off to the University of Oklahoma, where he played basketball as a Sooner. Richard worked hard in the construction field as a plumbing contractor, pipe fitter and project manager for HACI Mechanical, before retiring. He was an entrepreneur and inspired many people to achieve their goals, by sharing his knowledge, showing integrity and being kind to others. Through the years, he loved classic cars and Harleys, camping and hanging out with a cerveza or two in Rocky Point with his wife and friends wearing his favorite hat. His sweet gentle soul and sense of humor will be deeply missed by his family and friends, which has put a void in our hearts that will take some time to heal. In keeping with Richard's wishes, a Celebration of Life service will be scheduled at a later date, due to the pandemic. Memorial service will take place on February 26, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Advantage Crystal Rose Funeral Home in Tolleson, AZ. Please visit www.AdvantageCrystalRose.com to leave condolences for Mr. Goodenough's family.

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Vernon Lloyd Schulz Vernon Lloyd Schulz passed away on February 3, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona with his sons by his side. Vernon was born on November 7, 1945 making him the youngest son of Lloyd and Virgie Schulz. Vernon married the love of his life Joyce on January 27, 1967. Together they have a beautiful, tight-knit family. He is preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Virgie Schulz, his brothers Edward Schulz and Gene Schulz. He spent his life on many different farms. He loved the Harquahala Valley where he still worked on the family farm and he was the drip irrigation expert. He was proud to be an Arizona native and was always willing to give back to his community. He always said he just lived one day at a time, which he learned from his recovering alcoholic program that he was very proud of, he was sober forty years on January 19th. His greatest pride was his children and grandchildren. He is survived by wife of 54 years Joyce, his sons Shannon Schulz (Sherri), Kurt Schulz (Stacy) and daughter Robin Hyde (Daniel), 11 grandchildren Clayton (Liz), Clint (Rachel), Kacey, Chanse (Dom), Shayla (Travis), Nathan (Cheyanne), Sydney, Megan (John), Jacob, Keith and Samuel, one great-grandson Porter and one great-grand-daughter on the way. He is also survived by sister Gina Hill (Charlie), Wanda Martin (Cecil), Della Smith and 18 nieces and nephews. Services were held on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Louis B. Hazelton Cemetery at 10 o'clock a.m.

Jeanine Isabel Isabel Clemens, Jeanine Clemens, beloved beloved mother, grandmother, and grandgreatmother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed ageat 89 mother passed awayaway at ageat 89 herat her in Avondale, homehome in Avondale, ArizonaArizona on Janu-on January 26, 2021. Jeanine ary 26, 2021. She She waswas bornborn Jeanine I. I. Blair in Vancouver, British Columbia Blair in Vancouver, British Columbia on July 25, 1931. Upon her marriage to on July 25, 1931.Keith R. Clemens in 1957, they moved to Seattle, WA where they raised their three children UponRoss, her marriage to Keith Clemens in 1957, they Karen, and Robert in theR.Ballard neighborhood. As moved to Seattle, WAwent where they three a her children grew, she back to raised collegetheir to pursue childreninKaren, Ross,and and became Robert ina the Ballard neighdegree business U.S. citizen. She borhood.asAs an her Accounting children grew, she wentatback to colworked Assistant Harborview Medical Centera degree until her retirement 1990.a U.S. After lege to pursue in business and in became retirement, hadas various homes Assistant in Arizona and citizen. She she worked an Accounting at HarNevada. She loved the sunny, warm weather of the borview Medical Center until her retirement in 1990. Southwest and made wherever sheinwent. After retirement, she friends had various homes Arizona and Jeanine loved to read and enjoyed caring for her dog, Nevada. Karma. Proud of her Scottish heritage, she enjoyed a trip loved the weather of the Southwest to She Scotland in sunny, 2002. warm She was an active member of and made friends wherever she went. Jeanine loved to Avondale Baptist Church. read enjoyed caring for husband, her dog, Karma. of Sheand is pre-deceased by her Keith R.Proud Clemens, her Scottish heritage, she enjoyed to Scotland and son, Robert Clemens. She aistrip survived by in her daughter, (Sal) of of Avondale Portland, OR, and 2002. SheKaren was anCambareri active member Baptist Ross Clemens (Annette) of Goodyear, AZ. She is also Church. survived by grandchildren Amy Zimmerle (Justin,) Ross She is pre-deceased by her husband, Keith R. ClemClemens Jr., Brian Clemens (Kristina,) David Clemens, ens, and son, Robert Clemens. She is survived by her and great grandchildren, Elijah, Caleb, Gideon, Joie and daughter, (Sal) of Portland, OR, and Maddie as Karen well asCambareri a large extended family in Canada. Ross Clemens (Annette) of Goodyear, AZ. She also Jeanine was very much loved and will be missedisby her survived by grandchildren Zimmerle family, friends, and church. AAmy service is planned(Justin,) at a later Ross Clemens Jr., Brian Clemens (Kristina,) David date. Condolences for the family canElijah, be Caleb, left at Clemens, and great grandchildren, http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/obituary/jeanine Gideon, Joie and Maddie as well as a large extended -isabel-clemens/ family in Canada. Jeanine was very much loved and will be missed by her family, friends, and church. A service is planned at a later date. Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/jeanine-isabel-clemens/

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Alice V. Rascon Alice V. Rascon, 87, of Avondale, AZ passed away on February 7, 2021 in Glendale, AZ. Services are private. Please visit www.AdvantageCrystalRose.com to leave condolences for Ms. Rascon's family.

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rs. Ida May Phipps, 93, of Avondale, Arizona died on February 3rd, 2021 in Avondale Arizona. She was born on February 1st, 1928, to Hurshel and Alda Smith in Kennewick, Washington. Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/idamay-phipps/

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Adrian Chavez, age 52, of Avondale, Arizona passed away on February 1, 2021 in Mesa, Arizona. He was born March, 1, 1968 to Celestino Chavez and Adelina Bazan in Phoenix, Arizona. Services were held on February 13, 2021 at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona. Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/adrianchavez/

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Send details to: P. O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201

ROOMS/ ROOMMATES

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We Also Buy, Sell & Trade Used Appliances Working or Not

AUTO SERVICES

Commercial & Residential Housecleaning

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CONCRETE / MASONRY

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CONTRACTORS

The Ironwood Precinct covers the southwest corner of the county surrounding Gila Bend. It straddles portions of Supervisorial Districts 4 and 5.

Please direct any questions to David Galaviz david.galaviz@maricopa.gov, Board of Supervisors, District 5 office.

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Phoenix – The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors seeks applicants for appointment to the position of Ironwood Justice Precinct Constable. Constable Billy Jo Spurlock passed away last fall leaving the office vacant.

Go here to see an interactive map of the precinct boundaries. https://recorder.maricopa.gov/reviewer/ default.htm?DistrictType=J&DistrictCode=007

CLEANING

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Applicants should send their letters of interest along with a resume to the Office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85003 or ClerkBoard@mail.maricopa.gov. Applications will be accepted through Friday, February 26, 2021 at 5pm. All applicants will be subject to a background check including a financial review.

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Board Seeks Applicants for Ironwood Precinct Constable

Constables execute, serve and return processes, warrants and notices and attend justice courts when required. The vacancy will be filled by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. By law, the appointee must be a Republican, like Spurlock, live in the Ironwood Justice Precinct, and be a registered Arizona voter. The appointee will fill the position through the remainder of the term which ends December 31, 2022.

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ELECTRICAL

HANDYMAN

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Serving the West Valley Since 1990 Not a licensed contractor

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Weekly Year Round Service! No job too big or too small

PAINTING

BRANDENBURG PAINTING Interior & Exterior FREE ESTIMATES

CALL BOB

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Bonded & Insured - ROC #123818

Dependable/Trustworthy Painter with 30+ years’ experience specializing in: References Available

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GLASS SERVICES

LANDSCAPING

Don’t let your broken panes... Break your bank!!!

Lawn Care

Mention this ad: Buy One Window Replacement Get the Second -1/2 OFF* Residential • Commercial Family Owned & Operated In Arizona Since 1977 www.demersglass.com

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Listed HOA/PORA

LANDSCAPING

Residential & Commercial, Big Properties

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES INVESTMENT PROPERTIES APARTMENT TURNOVERS CALL (623)

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FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE TODAY!

PLUMBING

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HANDYMAN

Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly

JIMMY’S PAINTING SERVICES

Avondale Garage Doors Inc.

11126 W. Wisconsin Ave, #5 - Youngtown

Quality Attention to Every Detail

Veteran

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15 Years in Business and Still A+

Licensed, Bonded & Insured ROC #289066

Kitchen & Bathroom • Designer Showroom

623-308-2801

deserttree.az@gmail.com INSURED

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PAINTING

623.556.8378

YEARS

WHY PAY MORE? Mike 714-742-4527

Landscape Maintenance Services

LANDSCAPING

Same Day Service & Free Estimates

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• Tree, Bushes & Palm Trimming • Weed Removal, Spray • Tree & Tree Stump Removal • General Cleaning • Landscape Maintenance • All Type Garbage Removal

HOME REMODELING

Family Owned & Operated

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Electrical • Plumbing • Water Heaters Security Doors • Ceiling Fans & Lights Flooring • Tiling • Painting • Remodel And More!

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

Garage Doors

(Call/Text)

623.910.0742

Uriel 623-297-0114 Uriel 623-297-0114 Uriel623-297-0114 623-297-0114 Uriel 623-297-0114 Uriel

Repair • Service • Installation

ALBRECHT AND SON

602.301.3429

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602-931-0904

ROC#198687

REMODELING

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE

623-225-1930

www.azbestgaragedoors.com

Honey Do List Too Long?

*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY

ROC# CR65 090690D

DRAIN CLEANING with Plumbing Inspection

Senior & Military Discounts

For All Plumbing Repairs

• Tree Trimming

• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

623-299-2637 Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | FEBRUARY 17, 2021

623.535.VIEW WEST VALLEY BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY PAINTING

ROOFING

PLUMBING

PRO PERFORMANCE PAINTING INC.

Exterior & Interior • Painting Services • Commercial • Residential

602-329-8532

Your leaks stop here! New Roofs, Repairs, Coatings, Flat Roof, Hot Mopping & Patching & Total Rubber Roof Systems

FREE ESTIMATES & MONSOON SPECIALS

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

PLUMBING

BRUSH STROKE PAINTING

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PEST CONTROL

Residential, Commercial & Industrial Customers

FREE SERVICE CALL

Water Heaters • Drain Cleaning • Faucets/Sinks • Slab Leaks Water Softeners • Toilets • Garbage Disposals

SENIOR DISCOUNTS • MILITARY DISCOUNTS Any Plumbing Service Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 3/31/21

Lic# 4147

Disinfectant, Sanitize, and Vircuide Available

™

49.95

• Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks FREE Water Heater Flush

Water Heater Flush

125 OFF Water Heater Install

Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 3/31/21

623-688-5243 www.theplumberguy.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 185143, 192987

FREE Quotes, Family Co. All phases of PEST control.

WINTER BROS PESTS, inc. Lic. 8166 BC / Est. 1981

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L&M PEST & WEED CONTROL

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Our Goal is not to be the Biggest – Just the best!

MITCH STEVENS OWNER-OPERATOR

A REFERRAL IS THE

• Weed and Turf control BEST COMPLIMENT • 6 month guarantee • Residential / Commercial

Bus: 623 932 4168 Cell: 623 810 6035 Lic. #8555 ld.lmpest@yahoo.com

NO CONTRACTS • PAYMENT PLANS

WE DO IT ALL! U.S.A.F. Retired. 25+ Yrs. Exp.

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Remodel All Repairs Cleaning SVC 1 Call Doe It All! s

FREE Estimates

Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

872-3047

WATER TREATMENT Veteran Owned

Buckeye Plumbing

triplerpool@gmail.com

• Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks FREE Water Heater Flush

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com

Built Stronger to Last Longer

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com

PLUMBING

ROOFING

with Service call. Valley Wide Service

623-386-0710

Licensed Contractor ROC C-37-120135 • ROC C-05-159059

623-935-9221

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

24 Hour Service Plumbing Service & Repair Sewer & Drain Cleaning Free Estimates Free Plumbing Inspection

623-322-9100

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 229722 • PORA & HOA Gold Member

PLUMBING

Termite•Pest•Pigeon Pro’s

Honest Locally Integrity & Veteran Value Owned

Buckeye Plumbing

PLUMBING & DRAIN CLEANING

Serving Arizona Since 1976 • Locally Owned & Operated

800-284-2392 602-275-4888 www.biochemexterminating.com

Veteran Owned

TRIPLE “R”

UPHOLSTERY

with Service call. Valley Wide Service

623-386-0710

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

WATER TREATMENT

602-622-2859 623-936-5775

PEST CONTROL

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15% OFF

License #ROC209589

ERIC SAUNDERS

Senior & Military Discounts

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Senior Citizen Discount 20 Years Experience

PAINTING

Licensed Bonded Insured ROC 286561

PLUMBING

For All Your Plumbing Needs

623-293-7095 623-293-7095

30 Years Experience References Available

623-522-9322

Your West Valley Plumber

Bobby Rocha - Owner Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC 328599

602-722-7696

SAME DAY SERVICE

MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC

POOL SERVICES

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE

We raise the roof with our quality, service and value!

All types of roofing! Re-Roofs New Roofs • Repairs

FREE ESTIMATES! 26 Years Experience in the Valley! ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured

Veteran Owned

Buckeye Plumbing

• Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks FREE Water Heater Flush with Service call. Valley Wide Service

623-386-0710

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

ROOFING

Almeida Roofing Inc. Total Care Plumbing LLC Water Heaters from

585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $

includes labor

Remodels • Repairs Leaks • Toilets Water Softeners Gas • Sink/Faucets

Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair

623-385-9580 ROC 233444 Licensed • Bonded • Insured

All Types of Rooﬁng

602-743-3175

• Free Estimates / Free Inspections • Tile

• New Roofs

• Shingles

• Re-roofs

• Foam

• Repairs

• Coating • Modiﬁed Bitumen

www.almeidarooﬁng.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC #215758

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | FEBRUARY 17, 2021

PRESIDENTS DAY

SALE

DAYS ONLY!

2020 Ford

$0 cash due at signing $0 first month payement $0 down payment

edge sel sel fwd fwd

2020 Ford

3 left!

20574

Ranger Crew Crew Cab Cab

Jones Price

2014 FORD FIESTA 21200A ................................................................................................

2009 PONTIAC G3 21138A ................................................................................................

2009 TOYOTA VENZA 20512A ................................................................................................

2013 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 SL 20545A ................................................................................................

2015 JEEP CHEROKEE LATITUDE P9252B ................................................................................................

3,917

20380B.................................................................................................

2014 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK 350 20354A ............................................................................................

2019 FORD FIESTA SE P9306...............................................................................................

2018 FORD FOCUS P9329...............................................................................................

8,417

T9323...............................................................................................

9,217

9,817

9,917

10,717

10,917

T9299...............................................................................................

4,117

2014 HYUNDAI SONATA LIMITED

2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA SE

2019 NISSAN KICKS SV 2020 TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN LE P9295...............................................................................................

2015 HONDA CR-V TOURING 20520A ............................................................................................

2020 GMC YUKON XL SLT 20494A ............................................................................................

2019 NISSAN ROGUE SPORT T9301...............................................................................................

4x4 4x4

20381

TAX TIME

2008 FORD SUPER DUTY F-350 LARIAT

4x4 Diesel, Mint!

13,717

2019 NISSAN FRONTIER PRO-4X

TRUCK TIME! 2014 FORD F-150 FX4

21141A

Well Equipped, 4x4

28,817

20600A

24,317

2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA SR5

X9203B

2012 FORD F-150 RAPTOR SVT

Low Miles, Well Equip.

X9223B

29,917

2020 RAM 1500 BIG HORN

11,417

11,617

13,917

14,717

6.2l V-8 “95” Rating From Autocheck

X9288A

35,617

2019 TOYOTA TACOMA TRD PRO

4x4, Hemi!

P9351

40,717

2016 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250 LARIAT

14,817

14,917

15,617

2019 FORD ECOSPORT TITANIUM P9308...............................................................................................

expedition

Jones Price

20534

4x4, Like New!

TAX TIME 16 UNDER $16K

4 left!

xlt xlt

Jones Price #

2020 Ford

explorer

last one!

Starting from

36 month lease

LOWE$T TA X LOWE$T PRICE

15,917

Only 14K MI, 4x4

21167A

42,917

24600 W. YUMA ROAD, BUCKEYE JUST SOUTH OF I-10 BETWEEN MILLER AND WATSON ROADS

623.386.4429 | JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM All prices and offers cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Prices do not include sales tax, license, $499.00 dealer doc fee and dealer add ons. All vehicles subject to prior sale. Prices valid through 02/16/2021. Sales vehicles may have scratches, dents or dings.

West y! Valle

4x4, Diesel, Must See

P9339A

44,517