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Spring Training in Goodyear turns 10 Gov. Doug Ducey visits Tolleson high school BY CHRISTINA FUOCOKARASINSKI West Valley View Managing Editor
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Spring Training is special in the West Valley this year as Goodyear celebrates 10 years of baseball with the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds. Goodyear Ballpark General Manager Bruce Kessman spoke to the City Council on February 11 about the notable anniversary. To honor the decade-long partnership with the city, Goodyear Ballpark is having a handful of promotions, including an opening day charity game on Saturday, February 23, between the Indians and Reds. All proceeds go to charity; the Reds will support the New Life Center, a domestic violence center in Goodyear, while the Indians will donate to the Southwest Valley YMCA. A new ballpark mascot Cleveland Indians pitcher Corey Kluber is among the pitchers and who have already reported to Spring Training at Goodwill be unveiled, and the catchers year Ballpark. (Photo by Dan Mendlik/Cleveland Indians) Swing Kings will perform. On the Reds side, Yasiel Puig and Matt an electric player. It’s really helped with Kemp may just make their debut after be- the clubhouse and field and brought exing traded by the Los Angeles Dodgers. citement to the fans.” “It’s been a few rough years for us,” When the Reds and Indians play against said Mike Saverino, the Cincinnati Reds’ each other again on March 17 the teams Arizona operations manager, in a separate will distribute 2,000 scratch-off tickets, interview. and one in 10 fans will win one of 10 dif“But we’re positioned well. The Indians ferent prizes, Kessman said. are in good shape, too. We have two pretty good teams at Goodyear Ballpark. Puig is Spring Training...continued on page 3
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Gov. Doug Ducey visited with Tolleson Union High School District officials and students where he was greeted with open arms and gifts on February 13 at its namesake high school. As he arrived on campus, the marching band performed, providing a warm welcome. Tolleson Union High School District Superintendent Nora Gutierrez, board members and staff greeted Ducey, and Gutierrez shared her message of “Learning today, leading tomorrow.” She was anxious to show him TUHSD’s “hidden gems.” “Our students are doing outstanding work and are going off to prestigious colleges and universities,” she said. “They are excelling in academics, athletics, the arts and other areas of excellence. “We appreciate the opportunity to showcase for Gov. Ducey what great schools, teachers and students we have in the Tolleson Union High School District.” Gutierrez introduced students Joe Maxwell, Jaime Perez and Rebekah Rodriguez. “As a senior, entering my final semester of high school, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the many people who have supported me, specially my counselors who worked closely with me for four years,” Rodriguez said, addressing Ducey. Rodriguez is proud of being part of a growing community. Dr. Michele Wilson, assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, shared with Ducey the district’s achievements.
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Rotary Club, KareBears partner for food drive BY BOB CHARLTON
West Valley View Contributing Writer
The Rotary Club of Goodyear PebbleCreek and KareBears are sponsoring a communitywide canned food drive Monday, April 8, to Friday, April 19, for the Agua Fria Food and Clothing Bank. Each year, the Rotary Club engages community leaders, nonprofit charities, community organizations and churches to determine local area needs. Then, through fundraising efforts and the volunteer energy of club members, Rotary works to improve the quality of local lives. Arizona ranks fifth in the United States for the highest food insecurity rates. More than 1 million people in Arizona are struggling with hunger, which translates to 1 in 4 children, 1 in
5 adults, and 1 in 7 seniors. The Agua Fria Food and Clothing Bank serves approximately 50,000 individuals experiencing hunger annually in the Southwest Valley. PebbleCreekers have shown their kindness and generosity in helping to make a difference in the community. The summer months are challenging when donations take a sharp downturn. Rotary meets in PebbleCreek at 7 a.m. Wednesdays in the Chianti Room of the Tuscany Falls Clubhouse. Guests and winter visitors affiliated with other Rotary Clubs in the north are welcome to join the group for coffee every Wednesday morning. For more information or how to donate food, contact club president Joan Smith at 503-348-9468 or jbsmith80@ aol.com.
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“It’s all about the fan experience here in Goodyear,” he said. City Councilman Brannon Hampton is appreciative of the partnership Goodyear has with Major League Baseball. “It takes a lot of hard work and it’ll be a great celebration of 10 years,” Hampton said. “Thanks for making it a celebration like it should be.” Vice Mayor Wally Campbell said she is annually impressed with the teams’ hard work. “During the whole Spring Training session, the volunteers are wonderful,” she said. “You and your staff go above and beyond the call of duty to make all feel welcome.”
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According a recent report, the 2018 Cactus League season generated an estimated economic impact of $644.2 million, an 11-percent increase on the 2015 output estimate in real terms. The study, which surveyed only out-of-state visitors, also found the Cactus League generated $373 million for Arizona’s gross domestic product. The average traveling party spent $405 per day. “This is a grand slam for Arizona’s economy,” Cactus League President Jeff Meyer said. “These figures tell the story of Spring Training’s awesome power as a tourism engine – and we need to ensure that the industry continues to remain robust. “We are grateful to Major League Baseball and
the host communities for their partnership and to the Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority for providing funding for ballpark construction and renovation.” Founded in 1947, the Cactus League began with the New York Giants training in Phoenix and the Cleveland Indians in Tucson. Now there are 15 MLB clubs in 10 ballparks across Maricopa County. Like last year, Spring Training is starting earlier – Thursday, February 21 – because the MLB added days off to the regular schedule. “We’re trying to get the word out about that,” Meyer said. He invites locals to come down early in the Spring Training season, because great tickets are plentiful. “Not as many people are traveling that time of year,” Meyer said. The Cactus League is successful because of the Valley’s wide range of amenities. “We have the hotels, the lodging, the restaurants,” he said. “Tourists take in a game and then go to the Grand Canyon. I think it’s what Arizona has to offer. You can’t beat the weather this time of year. “We’re very appreciative of the condition we have here in Arizona. And,
• Kids-only on-field experiences available pregame on Saturdays beginning March 2. Free wristbands issued at guest services to the first 50 children ages 3-12. • A slew of new concession offerings including: hatch green chile burger; mini corn dogs; garlic fries; funnel cake fries; Desert Dweller cactus dog; hatch green chile-infused chicken sausage; Philly cheesesteak dog; beer flights; and hatch green chile burger. • Specialty items include a Cincinnati favorite, Skyline chili dog; Bertman Ballpark Mustard (a Cleveland fan fave); taquito dog, a foot-long hot dog loaded with queso cheese, wrapped in a flour tortilla, fried and topped with pico, guacamole and more queso; the Cheesy Change Up, a bacon cheeseburger with two grilled cheese sandwiches as top and bottom buns; Philly cheesesteak nachos, nachos piled high with steak, cheese, peppers and onions; and super nachos with beef or chicken, cheese and traditional toppings. • Craft Beer Corner: This new shaded bar area down the third-base line feature eight draft beers from Arizona and Ohio. • The ballpark will debut a new mascot – yet to be named – on Opening Day, February 23. Fan experience packages range from $80 to $130. These include a player/broadcaster meet and greet; on-field workout and batting practice fan zone that may be purchased online or through the ticket office.
Former Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Trevor Bauer pitches for the Cleveland Indians at Goodyear Ballpark. (Photo by Dan Mendlik/Cleveland Indians)
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POLICE BRIEFS COMPILED BY CONNOR DZIAWURA West Valley View Assistant Editor
Homeless woman arrested in connection with killing elderly lady’s death A homeless woman was recently arrested in connection with the death of an elderly woman from Buckeye. According to Buckeye police, Roxanne C. Lararmart, 29, allegedly attacked Sally Haese, 69, near Ash Avenue and Redwood Lane around 2:30 a.m. February 11. Police responded to the Shepard Estates home after a call tipped them off on an attack. According to court documents, the 911 caller reported he heard two women arguing with Lararmart in another room. He entered the room and attempted to hold Lararmart at the scene, though she fled through the back door, from where witnesses believe she had entered. Haese, who according to court documents was found “bleeding very badly from her head,” died shortly after arriving at the hospital. Lararmart’s sweater, covered in what is believed to be the victim’s blood, as well as a hammer and box cutter consistent with Haese’s
wounds was found at the scene. According to court documents, one of the witnesses told police she found Lararmart apparently strangling Haese while on top of her, and another witness said Lararmart claimed “God made me do it.” Court documents report that Roxanne Lararmart, Lararmart was a 29, was arrested for family friend who allegedly attacking Haese, 69, in her was known by the Sally Buckeye home, which witnesses, all of resulted in Haese’s whom identified death at the hospital. (Photo courtesy Buckher in a lineup. eye Police Department) Buckeye police say they also know her from previous contacts. According to police, Lararmart, a transient who was reportedly “known in and around the downtown Buckeye area,” fled the scene by foot before they responded, however. Police determined she may have been hiding nearby, though searches of nearby homes by detectives and a SWAT
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A Goodyear police officer was reportedly on the phone with a man when he killed himself during a traffic stop in Apache Junction February 8. The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) and the Apache Junction Police Department are investigating the incident, which is believed to be a murder-suicide. Stuart Milne, 30, was located and pulled over by Apache Junction police that evening, after the Goodyear Police Department tipped them off that Milne might be armed, suicidal and a threat to his girlfriend, Natasha Arredondo of San Tan Valley. Arredondo, who was reported as missing from her home by her family that same night, was ultimately found dead with several gunshot wounds in an Apache Junction industrial park by a citizen the following morning. The victim reportedly lived with Milne and her young son in San Tan Valley, and they were last seen together at their home. According to PCSO, when pulled
over, Milne refused to follow officers’ orders and show his right hand. A shot was then heard and officers found Milne dead in his vehicle with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. PCSO say Milne had been “making suicidal statements, telling the negotiator he had done something really bad and needed to have retribution for what he had done.” Goodyear police further noted Milne had “indicated he had done something to Arredondo,” PCSO continued. It is believed that he shot her before making contact with Goodyear and Apache Junction police. PCSO is investigating and asks anyone with information to call their office.
Accused scammer indicted A Goodyear man was recently indicted by a state grand jury for allegedly running a mass marketing scheme several years ago. According to Attorney General Mark Brnovich, Lawrence Raymon Pargo is accused of having offered individuals fraudulent opportunities to Lawrence Raymon work from home. Pargo is charge with Allegedly be- various class 2 and 3 felonies for tween March 28, class allegedly running a 2014, and March lengthy scheme. (Pho19, 2015, Par- to courtesy the attorney general’s office) go was the sole owner of Buyers Cash Club. Pargo allegedly used the telemarketing company to solicit people by phone to purchase ownership shares, advertising packages and websites that claimed to sell retail products at 50-percent discounts. The state alleges Pargo never had agreements with said retailers, and those who fell for the scam didn’t receive products they ordered. The FBI led the investigation. Pargo was charged with two counts of fraudulent schemes and artifices and one count of money laundering, both of which are class 2 felonies; two counts of illegal control of an enterprise, which is a class 3 felony; and six counts of theft, three which are class 2 felonies and the other three of which are class 3 felonies. Individuals with additional information are urged to contact the FBI’s Phoenix Field Office at 623-466-1999 or visit tips.fbi.gov.
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Youngker PTA helping raise money for Buckeye K-9 Unit BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Managing Editor
The Youngker High School PTA is raising funds to purchase a Kevlar vest for Buckeye Police Department’s K-9 Unit. A “gift basket bonanza” is set for 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, February 22, at the school. Dogs will be onsite for immediate adoption, and Buckeye police will demonstrate the K-9’s work. “We’re putting the finishing touches on the Kevlar vest,” special education teacher Marie Buquicchio said. “The baseline vest is $2,500 with no accessories, and there’s a $150 shipping fee. I want to have a few extra hundred on top of that to make sure I can get whatever they need.” If there is extra money, Buquicchio, who sponsors Hands4Paws, said it will be donated to Maricopa County Animal Care and Control. The price is $10 for a sheet of 25 tickets and a door prize ticket. The gift baskets have items like coupons for Whataburger, Chick-Fil-A and McDonald’s; vouchers for Diamondbacks tickets; Main Event packages; and
martial arts prizes. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 9, Texas Roadhouse on McDowell Road will donate a portion of the proceeds to the cause. Hands4Paws is credited when diners show fliers or a copy of this story. Buquicchio is also recruiting participants for a hot wing challenge on Sunday, May 5, at Native Grill and Wings. Details to come. “We’re looking for people from different walks of life – firemen, police officers, soldiers, etc – to eat ghost pepper wings,” she said. Participants must refrain from relief for a second for each $10 that is donated. The Main Event is hosting a fundraiser as well on Sunday, April 7. Participants pay $20 for a bracelet that gives them unlimited bowling with the shoes included, laser tag, food and obstacle course. Adoptable dogs will be there, too. For more information, call Buquicchio 623-474-0250 or 516-779-2351, or email her at marie.buquicchio@ buhsd.org.
Schmidt graduates from basic training BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
U.S. Air Force Airman Bradlee W. Schmidt graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, 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. Schmidt is the son of Kristina L. and stepson of Brandon W. Hicks of Buckeye. He is a 2017 graduate of Verrado High School.
Avondale to host weather spotting class BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Managing Editor
Avondale residents can learn to properly identify and report significant weather phenomena and contribute to public safety through the city’s weather spotting class on Thursday, March 28. Even with sophisticated technology like radar and satellites, the National Weather Service still needs ground truth information from trained weather spotters throughout the year. Participants will learn how thunderstorms work, how to identify cloud features associated with microbursts and tornadoes, visually estimate wind speeds,
and how reports tie in to warnings and advisories issued by the National Weather Service. In addition, they will learn about the services available from the NWS. The class is 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 28, at Avondale Fire Station 172, 1825 N. 107th Avenue. This course is free, but registration is required. Register online at https://goo. gl/forms/xdbr9ZkOAaBlwXeH2. For questions, contact Ken Waters or Austin Jamison at the NWS Phoenix Forecast Office 602-275-0073, option 5, or visit weather.gov/phoenix and click on the link for “Skywarn” on the left-hand side of the homepage.
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Avondale seniors host Mardi Gras BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
Avondale Seniors and the Department of Neighborhood & Family Services invites the public to a Mardi Gras party from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 8, at the Avondale Community Center, 1007 S. Third Street.
Adults are encouraged to wear masks, beads and party attire. The menu for the event is southern-inspired fish fry, dirty rice, okra and donut bites. Tickets, $5, are limited. Call 623-333-2705 for reservations.
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As Christopher Todd Communities at Country Place in Tolleson, pictured, nears capacity, its developer is readying a third West Valley location, near Litchfield Park. (Photo courtesy Christopher Todd Communities)
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With Christopher Todd Communities at Country Place already more than 80-percent leased only three months in, the developer, Christopher Todd Communities, is readying its next option for potential West Valley homebuyers. Poised for a March opening, Christopher Todd Communities on Camelback is being developed on Camelback and El Mirage Roads, near Litchfield Park. Classified an innovative, luxury rental home community, Christopher Todd Communities at Country Place, on 99th Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road in Tolleson, is home to 154 single-family, single-story, one- and two-bedroom smart homes which are an alternative to apartment living. It also features a smart gate, a resort-style pool/spa, and an event lawn for resident use. The Phoenix metro area is one of the hottest markets in the country and is expected to produce 60,000 new jobs this year, according to the developer. That growth is helping to drive a robust rental market, which means new communities are needed. “We are very excited that our second
West Valley rental home community is again leasing up very quickly,” said Todd Wood, CEO of Christopher Todd Communities. “The kind of community we develop requires more land and therefore is best suited for suburban areas, as we build horizontally not vertically. It gives our residents four walls of freedom, with no one above or below to create noise.” Just like its sister property in Tolleson, Christopher Todd Communities on Camelback entirely features single-story, one-to-two bedroom homes that include appliances, high ceilings, high-speed internet, smart home technology, pet doors and private backyards. The community will be the first in the portfolio to feature an on-site fitness center with a yoga studio, in addition to having a resort-style pool/spa and a lawn for events. “Prospective residents are already picking out their homes and locking those details in now for their spring move-ins,” Wood said. For more information, visit ctcpriority.com
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Avondale mayor recognizes city’s engineers BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
Engineers Week is already underway, according to Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise. The week of February 17 through February 23, 2019, was recently proclaimed Engineers Week in Avondale by Weise, who joined City Council in recognizing the city’s professional team of engineers. The engineers were recognized for their responsibilities in the areas of public safety, health, welfare, the environment, transportation, structures, water, power and communications, as well as mechanical, electrical and electronic devices that are important to residents’ everyday lives. “Our city engineers have made significant contributions to Avondale
throughout our history and are responsible through their creativity and expertise for technological achievements that have improved the quality of our lives and helped us compete in an increasingly complex world,” Weise said. The city’s engineering teams from both the Development & Engineering Services and Public Works departments oversee the design and construction of a host of capital improvement projects, to include water and sewer infrastructure, drainage, inspections, traffic circulation, pavement preservation, trail and park development, and roadway improvements. They also prioritize the safety of residents and the integrity of each project. “They work as a team across departments to resolve issues, respond
Avondale’s engineering staff, from the Development & Engineering Services and Public Works departments, gathers on Monument Hill to show solidarity in recognition of National Engineers Week. (Photo courtesy city of Avondale)
to concerns, and provide the best service possible. Through their skills and expertise, they are truly making lives
better,” said Tracy Stevens, director of Avondale’s Development & Engineering Services.
TUHSD taps Madruga president, Villalon vice president BY OCTAVIO SERRANO
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District Governing Board recently elected its president and vice president, both of whom are former Tolleson
Union High School students. Corina Madruga was named president, while Freddie Villalon will serve as vice president. For more than 20 years, Madruga has worked as a public sector employee supporting functions that directly affect the community. Villalon served on the Tolleson Union High School District Governing Board from 2007 to 2010. Villalon is an academic improvement specialist with Imagine Schools helping struggling schools to improve.
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of Business Administration. Madruga holds an impressive resume, but she said she often struggled in life. She had her first child at 17, prompting her to leave Tolleson Union High School – but not for long. “I actually was a high school dropout my senior year,” Madruga said. “I didn’t really have a mentor or role model who I could look up to and I think that’s where I lost track and got distracted. “I had a baby, but the next year, I went to finish my diploma and I went to Maryvale High School,” Madruga said. A few years later, Madruga felt she was at a career dead end. Even after earning her master’s, she didn’t feel fulfilled. She found the Valle del Sol Hispanic Leadership Institute – West. “It was my introduction to really becoming an advocate and serving the community in different capacities,” Madruga said. A colleague suggested she run for TUHSD board and eventually president. Madruga was hesitant until she spoke with her father. “My dad told me, ‘Now you have your bachelor’s degree, you have your master’s degree, and you have your certificate from Hispanic Leadership Institute. What was it all for?’” Madruga said. Now a mother to a 16-year-old who is a Tolleson Union High School student, Madruga wants to thank the staff and teachers who are dedicated and committed. “When I came in the district, it was no secret that there was high turnover, retention rates were not as positive, and there was some issue with morale,” Madruga said. The district now boasts a 90 percent retention rate, and the staff has been given raises every year. Madruga wants to help students who are struggling like she once did. “I used to be embarrassed of my story, but then I realized that my story was actually very powerful for a lot of students who have challenges,” she said. Madruga said it is empowering to see struggling students get opportunities to engage with staff and overcome their obstacles. “Seeing those parents coming and crying at school board meetings because they are thankful that the student didn’t get lost, those are the type of days I feel we’re making a difference,” Madruga said. Madruga said she wants to focus on teachers’ salaries and student resources, and to leave the district better than the way she found it. Madruga said she would probably serve one or two
more terms, but, “There comes a point when fresh eyes are needed.” She is happy to be working with her new Vice President, Freddie Villalon. “Mr. Villalon has been a huge pusher of us taking a look at the cost of bringing some of the janitorial services back in house and creating jobs in the community,” Madruga said.
Vice President Freddie Villalon A Tolleson Union High School graduate, Villalon has been on the governing board for 18 years. He is active in the city, as he’s been a member of the elementary school district board for two years, and the Freddie Villalon is vice City Council for president of the Tolleson Union High School Disfour. Governing Board. “The govern- trict (Photo courtesy Tolleson ing board felt it Union High School District) was my time to serve in that capacity,” Villalon said. Villalon’s story, like Madruga’s, is one of obstacles and challenges. “As a young kid growing up in the neighborhood, when my parents divorced, I got very involved in gangs and the drug scene,” Villalon said. “I dropped out of school; I was in and out of jail. “I was given a second opportunity to go back to school and it was my teachers that gave me the wisdom and the belief that I could accomplish anything.” It took Villalon seven years to graduate high school, and he eventually earned his master’s in educational leadership. Villalon is an elementary school “turnaround principal,” who works with schools with low performance rates and helps them improve. He stays in each school for about three years. “It has been an amazing career being able to give back to the children, families and communities,” Villalon said. Villalon said his story can help the students. “Sometimes all it takes is for a student to hear that if you persevere and you don’t give up, that they will be able to graduate,” Villalon said. Villalon said his family and teachers talked him into graduating, and he wants to do the same for district students. “It is my turn to give back and encourage to continue education,” Villalon said. He is excited to be vice president for this term and to increase his reach to the community. “We work together; it’s truly a family. A familia,” Villalon said.
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The Mavericks hosting their third annual Shindig Fly Away Party BY TAYLOR O’CONNOR West Valley View Staff Writer
The Mavericks Foundation, a West Valley-based nonprofit, is hosting its third annual Shindig Fly Away Party from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, March 1. Guests spend the evening in a Rat Pack-themed casino and enter a drawing to win a trip to Las Vegas. Guests bring suitcases with them to the event, in the off-chance they win the trip, which departs when the fundraiser wraps.
Eight winning attendees – who purchase a $250 VIP admission ticket or a $100 gold ticket, trade in casino earnings, or bid on the trip – walk to the Lux Air Jet Centers’ hangar and take a private flight for a weekend to Las Vegas. “Many people come to the shindig and do not think they are going to win so they don’t pack a suitcase,” said Bob Stockley, the beneficiary chairman for the Shindig. “They end up winning and going to Vegas with just the clothes they
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plimentary valet parking and $100 in casino gaming script, as well as access to a designated VIP area with hosted bars, catering from The Wigwam and Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse, and seating for The Groove Merchants’ show. General admission tickets are $100 and include $25 in casino gaming script, hors d’oeuvres and small plates from P.F. Chang’s and Flavors of Louisiana, and general seating for the live performance. They do not include an entry for the Las Vegas trip raffle. They can buy raffle entries online or at the event. Beverages will be provided by Saddle Mountain Brewing Company and Wagner Family of Wine. Guests are encouraged to channel their inner rat-pack style for their best-dressed couple contest and wear comfortable shoes to endure the entire night in a hangar. “By the end of the night, the plane taxis to the runway and guests take off over the hangar and all of the guests cheer watching the plane fly over,” Stockley said. “It’s a really different, fun party that the community can come together and celebrate the West Valley Mavericks giving its money back to nonprofits.” The Shindig Fly Away Party 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, March 1 Lux Air Jet Centers, 1658 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear $100 general admission; $250 VIP westvalleymavericksfoundation.org
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sociate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Shatzer is the son of Mike Shatzer of Phoenix, and Geri Martin of Avondale, and grandson of Walter Martin of Phoenix, Margie Martin of Avondale, and Patricia and Kenneth Shatzer of Phoenix. He is a 2015 graduate of Bradshaw Mountain High School, Prescott Valley. He earned an associate degree in 2018 from Paradise Valley Community College, Phoenix.
Bryce Shatzer is the son of Geri Martin of Avondale and Mike Shatzer of Phoenix. (Photo courtesy Air Force)
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OUR READERS’ VIEWPOINTS
PETERS’ OPINION — Dayton Daily News
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Hate speech? Editor:
Thank you for providing your readers with the opportunity to respond to the letter setting out hate speech attacking residents here in Goodyear. Since we moved to Pebble Creek, we have been assaulted by Mr. Azzarello’s consistent denigration of his neighbors who happen to disagree with him politically. However, the February 13 letter was simply too egregious to let pass without a response. His attacks have been escalating in viciousness, and his very long letters run with great regularity in the “West Valley View.” Mr. Azzarello’s direct attacks and name calling of those he considers “progressives” is past insulting. He is attacking people he does not know for beliefs he assumes he can summarize. Mr. Azzarello’s stereotyping and numerous misstatements of the varied positions of those who vote in opposition to him do not even qualify as logical enough for point-by-point responses. This nation cannot come together to solve problems when individuals are regularly and personally attacked in the local newspaper without cause. He says progressives do not believe in God and serve Satan. Where on Earth does he get his information? He accuses Democrats of buying votes in urban areas and attacks African-Americans for not being sufficiently thankful for their release from slavery, which he attributes solely to Republicans. Abortion is a touchy issue for everyone, so he, because he is clearly not fully informed, blames women who must make a very difficult decision – often for medical reasons – solely on convenience, in a despicable and unsupported attack. The Supreme Court has addressed all his claims that same sex marriage, civil rights and reproductive rights are immoral, and they have grounded their decisions on the Constitution of the United States. That fact alone undermines all his arguments. We operate in this country under the rule of law and reliance on precedent. Enough, Mr. Azzarello. Your opinions are not facts, and do not allow you to continue to insult and degrade people who are minding their
own business and acting within the law. This is not a First Amendment issue because there is no governmental interference with your right to free speech. However, you are acting outside the norm by continuing to write such outrageous and incendiary tripe. Alisa Moore John Moore Goodyear
Medicare for All
Editor: Democratic presidential primary contenders have already begun making promises of bigger government and more free stuff. The recent rise of Medicare for All is proof of that. Medicare for All simply sounds like a huge tax without many more details. It seems to me that the better idea would be to fix the existing Affordable Care Act, which took years of planning and has shown real, positive benefits to so many people. With Democrats in control of the House, there’s a great opportunity to properly implement the changes that would make health care more affordable and accessible. Throwing the whole country off whatever health insurance they currently have invites more governmental chaos. Surely, we can come up with some means to strengthen and maintain this plan and provide quality and affordable health care. Every American deserves affordable health care options. Many promises will be made by aspiring candidates. We need to listen and question before we decide to endorse something that would surely upend all of us. Ted Marin Goodyear
‘Little House’
Editor: Recently, I was watching a rerun of one of America’s all-time favorite wholesome families. I was struck with a realization. Yes, “Little House on the Prairie” was America’s favorite Western family drama of all time. Virtually everyone loved that show back in the ‘70s, when the American people had the right values! “Little House,” as it came to be
known, represented the traditional American family. Life was physically harder than today. No child had their brains burned out on computer games. Kids had sleds instead of iPads and had strong character, instead of developing to be snowflakes. I was struck by one indisputable fact. The values upon which “Little House” was built were traditional American values, of a strong father, a devoted and nurturing mother, and children who succeeded in life because of discipline built upon biblical principles. There is a lot more to it than that, but I think the readers get my point. So, the traditional loving family – one mother, one father and disciplined children – was the norm for a few centuries in America. I am convinced that America became the greatest nation in the history of humankind because its family unit was strong and built upon a rock. Its foundation was not set in sand, but upon love, righteousness, independence and adherence to the golden rule. America was great because its traditional family unit was great. Without a moral populace we can never continue to enjoy freedoms as we have known for so many years. If America had the same moral principles throughout its history as it has today, it would never have been great. Now you know what the president means when he says we should make America great again! So, as Americans, let’s get back to
our roots of strong family ties and a strong nation, and reject destructive socialistic and secular progressive ideology. What the progressive party is offering America is worn out and often failed socialism. If we are stupid enough to embrace socialism, it will leave us less great, less prosperous, less moral and, certainly and most importantly, less free as individuals and as a nation. Does anyone reading my letter really want less freedom? Really? Roy Azzarello Goodyear
‘Genius’ Ocasio-Cortez Editor:
The midterm election sure brought some new incompetent people into the U.S. Congress. It’s amazing how stupidity is so abundant in large groups like Congress. There is a law that to become president: you must be 35 years of age. The same should apply for members of Congress, as well as the same term limit. Now, we have freshman Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, whose brain, at age 29, has not finished developing, and she is putting forth such ridiculous ideas that would cost more than double the present national debt of $21 trillion. I’m talking about her Green New Deal, which caught the eyes of some Democrats as a great idea.
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Excuse me a minute while I try to stop laughing and crying at the same time. And Democrats thought Trump has a problem! OK folks, under AOC’s Green New Deal, get ready to give up your steak dinners, hamburgers, roast beef, milk, cheese, sour cream, cream cheese, yogurt, leather chairs, belts, shoes, and I haven’t even touched the tip of the iceberg yet. This cow shortage will put all hamburger joints out of work: McDonalds, Arby’s, Burger King, Outback Steakhouse and every steak place. Anywhere, you presently have family members working who just received a nice pay increase and tax break thanks to President Trump. Now, let’s get to the “brilliant” part of Ocasio-Cortez’s brain storm. She wants to get rid of airplanes and replace them with bullet trains. That means all American airports will permanently close, and you know, without me telling you, that planes are much faster than bullet trains. Plus, airports hire a lot of people. People in Europe who want to come to America do not want to come over an ocean by train! All airport employees will be unemployed. She’s keeping her plans to build railroad tracks across the ocean a se-
cret so far. This “genius” has not thought about how rescue workers can get to the middle of an ocean in a hurry to solve a derailed train. You better sit down for this one cause it’s a real gem. She wants to rebuild every building in the United States to make it green, and when someone asked her where all the money will come from for this huge project, her answer was “print more money.” Let me compose myself before I can continue. I’m ready to pee myself. So, if this woman, who must have been elected accidently into Congress or as a joke on all of us, is the best that Democrats can come up with (you know how voting machines have a record for glitches), one of the main drains that evaded President Trump’s attempt to drain the swamp just got clogged. In other words, everything President Trump has done to help this country recover from the destruction of Obama, dingbat Ocasio-Cortez will try to undo. Her parents are probably wondering how their “pumpkin” managed to get elected into Congress when it’s very evident she was dropped on her head more than once at birth. James Logan Buckeye
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Border wall should make sense, not politics BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist
About a year ago, I moved into a new place and found myself for the first time in my life living in a gated community. The gate wasn’t much of a selling point, to be honest, at least compared to amenities like location, cost and proximity to my favorite golf course and the grocery store. But still, I’ve come to appreciate the sense of security offered by life inside a more secure border. All of which explains exactly why I believe that President Trump’s proposed border wall is not the scandalous, shameful concept his political opponents claim it to be. The Arizona-Mexico border was one of the first places I visited upon moving to this state in 1995. I’ve traveled down there many times in the years since, both as a journalist and a tourist. I’ve interviewed border mayors, ranchers, sheriffs and merchants, and been taken on multiple tours of the favorite routes used by drug smugglers and human traffickers. My admittedly simple-minded analysis of the situation is as follows:
The United States of America is a Grijalva is part right, of course: A magnet for all sorts of people. Most of wall alone would never be enough to them are good, but some of them are secure America’s borders. That’s why evil in the extreme. While the U.S. Customs and our nation will never stop Border Protection agency, everyone who wants to do which started building six us harm, we would be wise miles of new wall in the to control to the greatest exRio Grande Valley a few tent possible who comes and weeks back, also includgoes at edges of our country. ed “detection technology, Thus, a border wall lighting, video surveilmakes practical sense. lance, and an all-weather Unfortunately, we live in patrol road parallel to the a time where virtually nothlevee wall” in the package. ing is considered practicalI’d absolutely concede ly when it can be screamed that even this comprehenDavid Leibowitz. (Photo about for political purpos- courtesy Advisor Group) sive “enforcement zone” es. With that in mind, anywill not deter every smugthing proposed by a Republican will be gler and criminal intent on entering loathed by Democrats. And vice versa. America. And few things are more loathed by As any “Game of Thrones” viewer Dems than President Trump’s “big, can tell you, even a miles-high wall can beautiful wall.” be breached by an evildoer who comHere’s southern Arizona Rep. Raul Gri- bines determination and criminal skill jalva on the subject: “This wall, this fan- in the right measure. tasy, this political promise that was inane Even so, lack of 100-percent efwhen (President Trump) made it and it fectiveness is no reason to abandon continues to be inane, is not the solution.” building a border wall. Nor is the exis-
tence of a tall ladder or the possibility that someone might build a tunnel, as smugglers in Naco and Douglas have been digging for years. To me, a secure border, enhanced by a wall, would aid us in establishing a more humane immigration policy, including one that acknowledges the existence and contributions to America made daily by most of the 12 million undocumented folks currently inside our borders. Me, I look at a wall as a logical starting point. But then again, I’m not this president or Speaker Nancy Pelosi. For them, everything is political – especially the things they deny as political. “It has nothing to do with politics,” Pelosi has proclaimed about the wall. “It has to do with a wall is an immorality between countries. It’s an old way of thinking.” Spoken like someone protected around the clock by an armed security detail. And who, like me, assuredly lives behind a wall someplace very, very safe indeed. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@ leibowitzsolo.com.
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Innovation drives WV’s health care boom
BY ERIN THORBURN WESTMARC
Maybe at one time, health care expansion and innovation in the West Valley was like a mirage. There was a glimmer of something happening, but the full picture was blurry. Not anymore. Today, 1.6 million West Valley residents have numerous options when it comes to innovative health care. According to 2017 Census estimates, there were 49,610 health care workers living in the West Valley. From wherever you stand, the vision of West Valley health care maturation should be crystal clear. And in 2019, the West Valley has it all when it comes to health care: New facilities, job creation, diverse education, and innovative care and treatment. Keep these four elements in mind when assessing what “expansion in West Valley health care” truly means. Anyone traveling the I-10 between Watson Road and 99th Avenue can quickly see the West Valley’s booming health care sector. Avondale’s Health Tech Corridor connecting to Goodyear’s Medical Innovation Corridor, for example, houses more than 200 medical and health care-related business. This includes the Abrazo West Campus, Cancer Treatment Centers of America Phoenix, and Adelante Healthcare Goodyear’s new 45,000 square-foot facility, which is opening in phases. “The growth in health care services is a direct result of the need created by the growing and diverse communities we serve, and research shows that nearby excellent, cost-effective health care is considered a ‘must-have’ by employers and families alike,” said Christina Oh, CEO of Abrazo West Campus. Other areas along the I-10 and the Loop 101 in the West Valley are home to the Dignity St. Joseph’s Westgate Medical Center, Phoenix Children’s Southwest Valley Specialty Care Center, Banner Estrella Medical Center and the Abrazo Arrowhead Campus. In Sun City, the evolving and continuing partnership between Sun Health Foundation and Banner Health went even deeper with its “Generosity for Generations” campaign. Generosity for Generations was designed to raise and invest $48 million to continue to support being a leader and create superior health care at Banner Boswell and Banner Del E. Webb hospitals. The Campaign initiative in-
cludes plans for a 40,000-square-foot Banner Boswell Medical Center and emergency room expansion. This will provide 33 percent more patient beds and expand service capacity from 45,000 patient visits annually to 60,000 patient visits annually. “Our long-standing partnership with Banner has helped us to develop two additional life-care health care facilities that has created a total of three nonprofit life-care facilities, employing 650 employees over the three senior living life-care facilities,” said Gina Ore, Sun Health Foundation’s executive vice president and chief philanthropy officer. While economic development in the health care sector continues to fuel job creation, post-secondary support from educational outlets such as Midwestern University, Grand Canyon University, ASU West and the community colleges consistently shapes and provides the skilled talent to staff the West Valley’s innovative health care facilities. “The demand for all health care providers – including veterinary – has been strong and will continue to be strong,” said Dr. Dennis Paulson, vice president of Midwestern University. “While we do not have exact numbers of how many alumni remain in the West Valley, our clinics employ many of our alumni and serve as primary training sites for our current students. Approximately 40 percent of our graduates remain in the state of Arizona to practice, helping to address critical shortages statewide.” In addition, Midwestern University has invested $425 million in its Glendale campus and is the home of Arizona’s largest medical school and the state’s only veterinary college. The Glendale campus has been instrumental in creating more than 850 campus-based jobs and linking more than 8,000 health care professionals from around the United States to Glendale as preceptors, according to Paulson. “Part of our growth includes new Graduate Medical Education programs, which will be based at Abrazo Arrowhead Campus,” said Jeff Patterson, CEO of the Abrazo Arrowhead Campus. “Starting in July 2019, we’re adding an internal medicine residency and a general surgery residency, which will help bring new physicians to the community.” Bursting, diverse health care employment and education opportunities, while significant, aren’t the only noteworthy aspects of the ongoing West Valley health care expansion. Inno-
vation is occurring everywhere in the West Valley, in several ways. “The emergence of urgent care centers, freestanding emergency centers and micro-hospitals like our planned facility in Surprise are innovations in care,” Oh said. “It’s all about delivering the right care, at the right place, at the right time.” Cutting-edge research to improve outcomes for patients with cancer is also happening in the West Valley. Immunotherapy research being done at CTCA
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Flood protection is vitally important BY CLINT HICKMAN
ating. FCD is also studying the change in floodplain limits along the Hassayampa I look at county government as 50 River as a result of new rainfall and rivdifferent lines of business, er flow measurements. This some of them intersecting, study should be completed all of them important in and available for public resome way in keeping resview and comment within idents safe or ensuring a the next nine months. high quality of life. In addition to re-evaluatFlood protection is one ing floodplains, we’re also business the county is in, investing in infrastructure. and it’s a vitally important One example is the rehabilone. We understand people’s itation of a dam near I-10 lives and property are on the and Jackrabbit Trail. The line and that’s why we’re structure is one of three constantly assessing risk. Clint Hickman. (Photo earthen flood control dams Maricopa County that intercept storm runOne area that deserves a courtesy Board of Supervisors) closer look is the area near off from the White Tank the Gila River between Miller Road Mountains and provide valuable flood and Bullard Avenue. Over the last few protection for Interstate 10, agriculyears, Flood Control District of Mar- ture, the town of Buckeye and other icopa County (FCD) has been working downstream development and imwith FEMA and surrounding cities to provements. This project will continreevaluate flood risks. ue for the next several years to ensure What’s great is that we now have that this fast-growing part of the West improved computer simulation which Valley has long-term protection from a allows more accurate predictions of 100-year flooding event. floodplain limits. This information will With 22 flood control dams and help us better protect residents from 40 miles of flood control channels to flooding. If you live in the area, the manage, the Flood Control District of Flood Control District would like to in- Maricopa County is a business with vite you to a public meeting next month. high stakes, and we want you to know The Lower Gila River Floodplain what we’re doing. For more informaRedelineation Meeting is 6 p.m. Thurs- tion about these projects and others, as day, March 21, at Liberty Elementary well as flood insurance and how you School, 19818 W. MC85, Buckeye. can reduce your flood risk, visit fcd. This isn’t the only area we’re reevalu- maricopa.gov.
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most advanced treatment options in a convenient, more cost-effective outpatient setting,” said Raj Garg, president and CEO of CTCA. To stay current with technology and work with high-end physicians who can support innovative service lines, Abrazo has spent more than $100 million to become a leader in innovation. Abrazo partnered with Cobalt Rehabilitation Hospital in Surprise to become the first in Arizona to provide a new robotic body-weight support system to allow paralyzed patients to walk. Abrazo’s Arrowhead Campus became the first hospital in Arizona to use the new Mazor Robotics Renais-
sance Guidance System for minimally invasive orthopedic spine surgery. Abrazo also became the first health care organization in Arizona to use NICO BrainPath, state-of-the-art technology that offers patients a less-invasive surgical option for previously inoperable brain conditions. For Sun Health, innovation encompasses adaptability. “Innovation is being able to reinvent ourselves,” Ore explained. “For our unique senior and life-care models, this means incorporating preventative health strategies, focusing on quality of life, and offering services such as memory navigation, care transition, wellness programming, and more in a community-based partnership.”
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Business Briefcase
BY CONNOR DZIAWURA
West Valley View Assistant Editor
Greetings, readers – especially those in Buckeye, I might add! This is an exciting week as I have a number of developments in Buckeye, where we’ve had a bit of a Briefcase draught for the past few weeks. Almost entirely focusing on that city, this week’s Briefcase has everything from a long-awaited church to real estate and physical therapy. But I will waste no more time; here’s the news! First, I’ll start with a long-awaited one. Ever since I was informed by the city of Buckeye a ways back, I have been waiting for information on Summit Community Church’s first official location. Well, it’s finally approaching. A groundbreaking ceremony is set for 2 p.m. Saturday, February 23. The property is located near Verrado Way and Roosevelt Street, across from WestMEC, but it doesn’t have a formal address yet. According to Pastor Nate Schaus, the goal is a late 2019-early 2020 opening. Schaus added it will be around 40,000 square feet, which he estimated will double its capacity. Cur-
rently, the church holds worship in the Verrado High School west side auditorium at 20050 W. Indian School Road. According to its website, service are 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sundays. An administrative office is located at 14545 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear. For more information, visit summitcc.org. Moving along, Buckeye’s Bello Sol Inc. recently acquired West USA Realty of Prescott, and the former’s corporate office will relocate to 231 N. Marina Street in the Northern Arizona city. For more information about the Prescott-based real-estate business, visit westusaofprescott.com. “We are excited to be part of the West USA Realty of Prescott team and continue providing high-quality real estate services in the Prescott, Prescott Valley and Chino Valley markets. We are honored to be a part of the West USA Realty International family as a franchisee,” said Mike D. Eastwood, Bello Sol Inc. CEO. He operates the business with his wife, Cynthia, who is vice president and has more than 16 years’ real estate experience. “West USA Realty of Prescott spe-
cializes in residential, commercial, land, business opportunities, rentals, relocation and luxury homes,” Mike continued. “As these markets grow, we will be in search of real estate agents who share the same core values to join our team.” Empower Physical Therapy began taking appointments February 18 and will officially open Monday, February 25. Located at 4252 N. Verrado Way, Suite 203, Buckeye, this office comes in addition to others in Glendale, Mesa, Chandler and San Tan Valley. The new Southwest Valley location is headed by Mitas Medrano, who has a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines and more than 25 years of experience in health care. Empower Physical Therapy is in the same spot as Medrano’s previous practice, ChiroFit. For more information, visit kinectpt. net. Finally, Lunch N Learn on Tues-
day, March 5, will focus on Legal Issues for Small Business, including coverage on when, why and how to hire an attorney. Presented by attorney Ted Ashton of Faith, Ledyard & Faith PLC, the event is from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce, 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, at the southeast corner of Van Buren Street and Litchfield Road. Attendance is free and lunch will be provided, but reservations are required. For more information, contact the chamber at 623-932-2260 or info@ southwestvalleychamber.org. That’s all the briefs for this week. Thanks for reading! Have an item for Business Briefcase? Email Connor Dziawura at cdziawura@timespublications.com.
Buckeye’s Catalyst Program accepting applications BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
Buckeye’s Economic Development Department is accepting applications for a second round of its Catalyst Program through March 7. The Catalyst Program offers up to $50,000 for existing Buckeye businesses seeking to expand, rehabilitate their building, beautify their streetscape or provide public amenities
such as landscaping, public parking or lighting. Reimbursement is provided after successfully completing the project and submitting the required documentation. Business owners must also financially contribute to the project. Full details are in the program guide and frequently asked questions, both of which are acces-
sible along with the program application from the city of Buckeye’s Economic Development website, growbuckeye.com. Since its inception, numerous businesses in the city have taken advantage of the program to expand and/or rehabilitate their building. According to Buckeye Economic Development Director David Rod-
erique, the monies budgeted for the program this year will give qualifying Buckeye businesses the leverage and support they need to improve their place of business, and, as a result, provide additional sales tax revenues and job growth for the city. For learn more about the Catalyst Program, visit growbuckeye.com/ why-buckeye/catalyst-program.
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Millennium wrestlers make school history in state tourney BY GRIFFIN FABITS
West Valley View Staff Writer
Two Millennium High School wrestlers made school history by finishing as runners-up at the Division II state tournament February 8 and February 9. Junior Eathon Rider and sophomore Courtney Cardoza became the program’s first wrestlers to make it as a far as the finals round in the tournament. But despite that, there is a sense of unfinished business brewing in the Tigers’ wrestling room. Rider and Cardoza – already itching to begin their off-season programs – are striving to be atop the podium at the state tournament next year. “I feel like I could have done a lot better but it was also the first time being in a situation like that,” Rider said. “When I lost in the finals match, it was obviously not what I expected. It was very heartbreaking.” Before they begin their off-season work, Rider and Cardoza will compete in the February 23 Tournament of Champions, a competition comprised of some of the top-finishers at the state tournament across all of the divisions. It is meant to determine a true, overall state champion in Arizona. Cardoza, who just competed in Arizona’s first girls’ wrestling state tournament, added, “It still stings now knowing I lost that finals match.” To get to this point, Rider and Cardoza credited the work they put in over the off-season. A year ago, the Tigers were coming off a disappointing showing at the state tournament. They vowed to better themselves in the off-season. “I learned new things and last year, I wrestled only defense,” Cardoza said. “During the off-season, I worked on offense a lot, so now I feel like I’ve gotten better.” Rider said he approached the off-season to “develop and perfect skills.” “I went from nothing to almost winning it all,” he said. The Tigers’ head coach, Michael Bostwick, is in just his second season at Millennium, but he has already transformed its players into state contenders. When he arrived on the scene two years ago, he was wowed by the talented athletes Millennium boasted. He had talent, sure, but he didn’t have wrestlers yet. Rider said he can attribute his success to Bostwick and his coaching staff.
Eathon Rider, left, Connor Wren and Courtney Cardoza pose with their medals with Michael Bostwick.. (Photo courtesy Veronica Cardoza)
“Everything related to wrestling, I’ve learned from Bostwick and the coaching staff. That first off-season I had with them was the first time I had learned how to wrestle.”
“Eathon went from a struggling wrestler to what he is today,” Bostwick said. “His work ethic is top-notch. He is one of the true definitions of being coachable. He makes me extremely
proud with the work and everything he’s put in. He’s made tremendous growth in the past two years. “Courtney is the same way. She comes in everyday; she’s a workhorse. She definitely has shown a vast amount of the growth to where she is now. I couldn’t be prouder of her, as well.” They’ll spend an entire off-season knowing that they came just one win away from capturing the state title. But to a degree, Rider and Cardoza said, it’ll give them an advantage for what to expect going into next year’s tournament. “I’ll have more familiarity. I also think that I can’t be scared any more, no matter what match I’ll wrestle in,” said Rider, who competed in the 106-pound class this year. “During my finals match, I wrestled a lot more scared, a lot more conservative, not making smart decisions. I think that ended up costing me at the end. I feel like next year and during the off-season, I’ll go out there and let loose.” Cardoza, who wrestled in the
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‘End of an era’ for Lady Knights soccer BY GRIFFIN FABITS
West Valley View Staff Writer
“Heartbreaking” is how head coach Don Radford described it. It was a 3-2 loss at home to five-seed Anthem Prep that jettisoned the fourseed Trivium Preparatory Academy’s Lady Knights out of the running for the program’s first girls’ soccer state championship. “Just heartbreaking,” he said. The stunning defeat in the quarterfinals round of the 3A state tournament marked their first home loss since January 2016. But it also slammed the door on a prolific era of Lady Knights soccer, one that Radford believed was primed for a state title. “Our best chance (to win a title) just went past us,” Radford said. “One of the seniors said at the end of that last game, it’s the end of an era. “And I would have to agree.” The Lady Knights were powered this season by an incredibly tight-knit group of seven seniors who have been playing together for seven years now. The seniors – Paula Rosztoczy, Ma-
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cyn Willingham, Kenna Roderick, Jewell Lopez, Maddy Schleifer, Vivi Heppner and Tori Gutierrez – were the architects behind four consecutive postseason appearances, including one semi-final appearance and one run to the state championship game in 2017.
But against Anthem Prep, who Trivium Prep beat 5-0 in January, they could not prolong its magical run. In the quarterfinals matchup, the Lady Knights were wronged in the opening minutes of the second half when a go-ahead goal by junior Sa-
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mantha Johnson was reversed. “It was a cross right to the far post and she outleaped the goalkeeper and put it in on a header. I think when the ref looked up, he didn’t realize that Samantha was probably two or three steps onside when the ball was kicked,”
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Radford said. The referee ruled Johnson was offside, but Radford was confident that “she was way, way onside when the ball was kicked. “That took a lot of wind out of our sails because that would’ve given us the lead,” he said. “Instead, the other team went down and scored and got the lead.” While the Lady Knights are still lamenting their playoff defeat, the consensus around campus is this group of seniors will leave a long-lasting impression that will measure far beyond what transpired on the soccer field. “I hope that people look at us and our team and admire the chemistry we have and realize the key to a great team is not always the skill or experience, but the friendships that have been made,” Heppner said. “This group of seniors, they were a solid, phenomenal set of athletes and role models,” Radford said. “They are the face of athletics at Trivium across all sports.” Not only did they deliver on the soccer field, but four of them also helped the volleyball team reach the semifinals of the 2A state tournament this fall. Each season, Trivium Prep has had
a “theme” of the season. This year’s will ensue next year, the Lady Knights theme was “All In,” a testament to the will return Johnson, who led the team Lady Knights’ unwavering commit- with an astounding 31 goals, and the ment to make this an unforgettable fi- nine freshmen who graced the varsity nal episode together. roster this winter. “Knowing that it was going to be the This is also the first year they’ve had end of an era, we were going to do ev- a junior varsity program. It’s an opporerything we could do to go as far as we tunity for players to grow and develop could. We were going to leave no stone before reaching the varsity level. unturned,” Radford said. “I’ve always believed, in order to This contingent of Lady Knights has sustain strength, you have to have a JV been together for so long – yearned for program, you have to have kids excited a state title for so long – that it does about soccer,” Radford said. “And getindeed hit harder now that the chapter ting that JV program was huge; workis coming to a close. ing with those freshmen was huge.” After the 3-2 loss in the tournament, Radford’s off-season began quickthe girls were on the field crying and er than he would have liked, but he’s consoling one another for roughly “30 already started to peek ahead to next minutes,” one parent said. winter. But let it be known, this group of seHe chalked the next year or two up niors laid the groundwork for the future as “rebuilding years,” given the team’s of Trivium Prep girls’ soccer. For one, sudden youth movement. they plopped Trivium Prep, a school “I’m kind of excited to see how far that had just 600 enrolled students in we can go next year. I never thought 2017, on the map in the 3A conference. a whole lot about that but in the last Gutierrez, the team’s star senior 24 hours or so, I’ve been going into, goalkeeper, also became the school’s ‘What’s next?’ I started getting excited first girls’ soccer player to further her because the freshmen did come very playing career at a Division I universi- far,” he said. ty when she committed to Boise State “Now we go back to the drawing University last year. board and we rebuild and see what we And despite the roster shakeup thatT:10”have.”
History...continued from page 19 145-pound group, said she wasn’t “aggressive” enough in the finals match, and will keep that in the back of her mind when she trains this off-season. “I should change my game plan during a match and switching up things and trying to be more aggressive during a match.” Because of the successes they’ve enjoyed in recent seasons at Millennium, Rider and Cardoza have expressed an interest to wrestle at the collegiate level, though colleges aren’t permitted to speak to an athlete before his/her senior season. With Rider, Cardoza and Bostwick, the Millennium wrestling program is in the best shape of its life. The Tigers sent ten to the state tournament and had three win the sectionals championship. It also won the first sectionals championship as a team. And the expectation for next season is simple, according to Bostwick: “(Win the) state championship.” “I do want to see them become state champions and set that history for themselves and become the first state champions at Millennium. That’s the expectation.”
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enue, Litchfield Park. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.
Not Hungry Tonight
CrossFit at Fitness in the Park
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 Rachel Hagerman, rhagerman@timespublications.com or faxed to 623-935-2103.
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Shamirrah Hill Book Talk
Shamirrah Hill will discuss her book “The Shy Monster” from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street.
Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will cover basic strength and bodyweight training from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.
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 4:30 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.
Come and Play with Me
Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library hosts a weekly open-play group at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, at 11 a.m. for children through age 5. For information, call 623-333-2601.
Shop for clothing, jewelry, home decor, household items, books and furniture at reasonable prices from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Church at Litchfield Park, 300 N. Old Litchfield Road.
The Church at Litchfield Park offers a free music program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road. For information, call 623-935-3411.
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Homeowners Guide to Turf Management
Learn how to manage a healthy, vibrant lawn without the water waste by attending a class from 6 to 8 p.m. at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. Registration is required. For information, call 623-333-4400 or email eavila@avondaleaz.gov.
After School: Minecraft Club (Ages 7-11)
Join others in a game that lets people think creatively and solve problems in three dimensions from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.
St. Peter’s RePete Boutique
Stop by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, for casual and formal apparel, jewelry, books, household items and home décor between 9 a.m. and noon. For more information, call 623-935-3279.
Free Tax Assistance
Free tax preparation services will be offered to households that make less than $55,000 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Avenue. Please contact the center at 623-333-2703 for a complete list of documents to bring.
Needle and 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.
Litchfield Park City Council Meeting
Adult Book Discussion
Stop by the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive to pick up and read a copy of “An American Marriage” by Tayari Jones before the library’s discussion at noon. For information, call 623-333-2602.
Latin Dance Aerobics
Litchfield Park City Council will meet at 7 p.m. at Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 623-935-5033.
Strengthen cardio fitness from 9 to 10 a.m. with a free dance class provided by the Dr. Saide Recreation Center at 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6350.
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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.
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.
Support Agua Fria High School by donating clothing or small household items from 8 a.m. to noon at 530 E. Riley Drive, Avondale. No furniture please. Donations will be used to raise money for the school’s DECA Club.
POUND at Fitness in the Park
Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature an interactive workout with lightly weighted drumsticks from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Fridays at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.
Harmony Health and Wellness Open House
Harmony Health and Wellness will offer intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance abuse
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, invites people desiring to deepen their meditation practice or try meditation for the first time to join them from 3 to 4 p.m. Sundays. All faiths are welcome. For information, call 623-935-3279.
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Baby Time
The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 10 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.
West Valley Human Services Alliance
West Valley Human Services Alliance offers networking and features various speakers from 9 a.m. to noon every fourth Monday of the month at the Pendergast Learning Center at 3841 N. 91st Avenue, Phoenix. For information, call 623-935-3781. 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.
Bingo
The American Legion Post 61 hosts bingo Tuesdays 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.
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.
Estrella Toastmasters
Visit a Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. at the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce, 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 602-391-5781.
Rescue Roundup
Enjoy police K9 demonstrations, a bicycle giveaway, hospital information, health education and free food and drinks from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Abrazo West Campus, 13677 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear. Attendees can receive car seat safety checks from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Helicopters, ambulances and fire trucks will be on display. Girl Scouts who attend the event can fulfill multiple badge requirements. For information, visit abrazohealth.com.
Kiwanis Litchfield Park Run
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Contemplative Prayer and Meditation
Hope
Donation Drive
Al-Anon Stepping Stones
Children’s Christian Community Choir
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The Church at Litchfield Park Thrift Store
Litchfield Park Museum
The Litchfield Park Museum has returned to its winter schedule: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Admission and parking are free. The museum is located at 13912 W. Camelback Road. For information, call 623-535-4414 or visit litchfieldparkhistoricalsociety.org.
Not Hungry Tonight is a program that hopes to stop hunger and food insecurity in the community one person at a time. The group meets from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s kitchen, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.
Tuesday
Support the Friends of the Rec in a 10K, 5K, mile run or the Healthy Classroom Challenge at Litchfield Park Recreation Center, 100 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park. Tickets are $15 to $25. Morning start times vary. For information, call 623-935-9040.
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Sea Lions at Shipwreck Cove
Come see an educational show starring California sea lions and skilled trainers at 11:30 a.m. in a pirate-themed exhibit at Wildlife World Zoo, 16501 W. Northern Av-
Ignite Yoga at Fitness in the Park
Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature yogic postures, alignment and breathing on Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.
Toybrary
The White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, invites parents to bring their children through age 5 to a fun play group that builds children’s motor and social skills from 10 to 11 a.m. Toys can be checked out for two weeks at the end of play group. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Babies and Books (Ages 0-2)
The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites parents to bring their babies from 10:15 to 11 a.m. to promote early development. Babies will learn with books, music and playtime activities. For information, call 623-333-2602.
PiYo at Fitness in the Park
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.
Tribal African Art Collector Talk
Robert Glenn will give a presentation on tribal African art at 7 p.m. in the Hot Coffee Lecture Total Wine Classroom at Total Wine and More, 1416 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear.
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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.
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Zumba at Fitness in the Park
Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature a dynamic and aerobic Zumba dance 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.
Agua Fria Toastmasters
Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study
Disciple Outreach Ministries, a non-denominational ministry, invites all to a Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 10486 W. Emerald Lane, Avondale. For information, call 623-772-0144.
Visit a weekly Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at Mimi’s Cafe, 1220 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-398-5550.
friends and volunteer for school credit can meet at the Avondale Civic Center Library’s Volunteer Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.
Goodyear Lions Club
Goodyear Lions Club is a service group that provides free eye screenings, raises funds for veterans and their families, collects hearing aids and glasses and more. The Goodyear Lions meet at 6 p.m. fourth Thursdays of the month at Haymaker, 1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-455-3253.
Silver Sneakers Exercise Program
Silver Sneakers is a free low-impact exercise program hosted from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. For information, call 623-349-6600.
ly member or friend can find support and encouragement at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Desert Springs Community Church, 14440 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear. Discover ways to cope with grief in a group led by individuals who have also experienced loss. For information, call 623-435-2105 or email Angela at angela@dscchurch.com.
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Teen Volunteer Wednesdays (Ages 12-18)
Teens looking to meet new
Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.
The Buckeye Downtown Library invites kids ages 8 to 12 to come to 310 N. Sixth Street at 5 p.m. to learn to code python, html and scratch. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6300.
Thursday
Estrella Republican Club
The Estrella Republican Club meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. fourth Wednesdays of the month to listen to a guest speaker at Estrella Foothills High School, 13033 S. Estrella Parkway. For information, call 623-695-2435.
at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to join. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Toddler Time
Enjoy tea and coffee and meet fellow crafters and work on crochet, knitting or sewing projects. Come by the Goodyear Branch Library
Grief Support Group
Those struggling with grief after the death of a spouse, child, fami-
Help prepare children ages 2-3 for reading through music, books, games and more from 11:15 a.m. to noon at the Litchfield Park
Seek support and recovery from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Fellowship Hall, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.
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Birding book touches on Tres Rios Wetlands BY CONNOR DZIAWURA
West Valley View Assistant Editor
Birder Charles J. Babbitt calls the Tres Rios Wetlands a wonderful area to observe nature. Located near 91st Avenue and south of Broadway Road in Southwest Phoenix, he gushes at its accessibility to visitors. “It’s an overflow bank, a wetland, that’s coming from the 91st Avenue sewage plant, with treated water, and it has created this wonderful area of marsh and trees down there,” he said. “It’s easily accessible and people can go down there and find just a marvelous variety, everything from marsh birds like rails and herons, circling hawks, lots of warblers and land birds and ducks. It’s just kind of a wonderful place to go and spend two-and-a-half hours of bird watching. It’s just wonderful.” Now a published author, Babbitt cites the Tres Rios Wetlands and the many birds it contains alongside plenty of other locations that span the entirety of the state in his new book, “Birding Arizona – What to Know, Where to
Go,” which hits stores February 23. Babbitt will hold a book talk and signing at Changing Hands Bookstore, 6428 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, February 23. The book can be purchased at Changing Hands Bookstore in Tempe and Phoenix, all Valley Barnes & Noble locations and Amazon, among other expected locations. A birder for more than four decades, Babbitt became interested in his friends of the avian variety as a youngster. A third-generation Arizonan, Babbitt grew up in Flagstaff. “As a child, I was always very, very interested in birds,” he said. “I had a deep fascination for birds. I used to feed birds in the winter in the snow in Flagstaff.” Some birds he cites as piquing an early interest are the Great Blue Heron and the Western Meadowlark, the latter of which he enjoyed the songs. It wasn’t until 1978 that he began to take it seriously, however. Although a lawyer by trade, a fellow attorney changed his life by introducing him
to a Williamson’s sapsucker on Mount Lemmon, north of Tucson. Babbitt calls it “a gorgeous woodpecker.” “He took me out looking, and frankly, after seeing Williamson’s sapsucker, I then was really hooked,” Babbitt said. “I then began going out on my own and started going out on field trips with the Tucson Audubon Society and began making friends of other birders and just got into it in a big way.” He eventually moved to Phoenix and got involved with the Maricopa Audubon Society, which he led for eight years. He enjoyed that group’s environmental conservation efforts. Then, four years ago, he retired from law. But the birding continued – and surely ramped up. “(Birding) was my overriding hobby, but I couldn’t do it much because I was actively practicing law,” he said. “But whenever I had a chance to go on a birding trip or take a weekend and go look for migrating birds or something, I loved to do that. It was a wonderful way and a wonderful contrast to practice of law. It was just a wonderful way
to relax and do something I really enjoyed.” That brings him to 2019. His first book, “Birding Arizona – What to Know, Where to Go” is published by R.W. Morse Company and its cover displays a Grace’s warbler painted by his wife, Eleanor.
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He guesses he spent three years writing the book, which covers birding in different seasons; identifying characteristics of birds; places to go (and maps to boot); counting birds; the environment; and specific types of birds you can find in Arizona. “I really wanted to write a book that covered a lot of ground,” he explained. “Basically, my idea was to introduce, help people find, identify and appreciate Arizona’s birds. “And I wanted it to be just about Arizona birds – just about Arizona. I am a native Arizonan. I didn’t want to cover other states or other places.” Although this is Babbitt’s first book, he doesn’t come from an inexperienced writing perspective. From contributing articles to birding magazines and op-eds to newspapers, he’s had his fair share of past writing experiences – whether about birds themselves or conservation. “I enjoyed writing, and so when I retired it just seemed like a natural thing to write a book about birds,” he said. It did require its fair share of research, however. But it was nothing Babbitt couldn’t handle, what with his various decades of birding experience. Though he admits it did require plenty of reading, which is cited in its bibliography, the bulk of the research comes through firsthand experience in the field. “A lot of it is just the result of a lot of field work, trips to different parts of the state, looking for different species, and learning their songs, learning their habitats, and frankly learning to just really appreciate their uniqueness and value,” he said. Though his book is sure to include areas like Tres Rios Wetlands, he’s quick to admit Northern Arizona is where he feels at home, coming from roots in Flagstaff. Thus, areas like the San Francisco Peaks, the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, and the Navajo and Hopi reservations offer some of his favorite birding experiences. “Those are underbirded areas, but just really fascinating parts of the state; beautiful, scenery-wise, and a lot of interesting birds,” he said. “A couple of my very favorite Northern Arizona birds are two really iconic birds: Pinyon jay’s and Clark’s nutcracker.” Truly, however, he wants readers to know birders can enjoy the avian beauty anywhere in the state. “You go out into some of the most remote and barren-looking desert areas of Arizona and you’d be surprised how
Charles J. Babbitt, a retired trial lawyer, took the next stop in his love of birding by publishing a book on the subject. It hits stores February 23. (Photo courtesy Sherry L. Butler Communications)
many species you can find,” he elaborated, adding that metropolitan areas like Phoenix and Glendale are also rife with birdlife. Alas, Arizona has more than 550 species of birds, according to the book. Though his journeys have shown him much beauty, Babbitt admits has also seen his fair share of damage to birds’ habitats – hence the inclusion of the chapter Birding and the Environment. Specifically, in speaking with the “West Valley View,” he cites declines in populations of species such as ferruginous pygmy and Mexican spotted owls, yellow-billed cuckoos and the northern goshawk. “I’m very excited,” he said about the book’s completion and release. “It’s really nice to finally have it out. I’m looking forward to talking about it and sharing it with people and I hope people find it informative, and I hope it helps them find, identify and appreciate Arizona’s birds.” “BIRDING ARIZONA” BOOK TALK AND SIGNING Who: Charles J. Babbitt When: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, February 23 Where: Changing Hands Bookstore, 6428 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe Info: 480-730-0205, changinghands.com
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PebbleCreek residents having a ball with bocce BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Managing Editor
When developers were designing PebbleCreek, they wanted to include shuffleboard as an amenity. Prospective residents thought otherwise. “A couple who saw that went to the administration and said, ‘We’re too young for shuffleboard. That’s a ship game,’” recalled Carolyn Rota, a PebbleCreek resident. Instead, they suggested bocce ball. “It’s more active and couples can do it,” she said. “It’s not strenuous like tennis or golf,” she said. The PebbleCreek Bocce Ball Organization started with 150 members who played Wednesday and Friday mornings. Now it boasts 700 players and PebbleCreek has a state-of-the-art court that houses games Tuesday and Thursday nights, and Wednesday and Friday mornings. Bocce’s rules are simple. One player throws a small silver ball called the pallino. The object of the game is to throw balls closer to the pallino than
the opponents. Bocce can be played on many different surfaces: grass, artificial turf, clay, sand or crushed stone. The group is celebrating its 20th anniversary with two upcoming events. On Wednesday, February 27, it’s hosting an invitation-only anniversary dinner in the Tuscany Falls Ballroom with a slideshow of how PC Bocce has grown over the last two decades. The group will recognize those who have supported the sport over the years as well. “We’re very proud of it,” Rota said. “The club has existed for so long and we have grown to over 700 members.” The second event is the PebbleCreek Bocce Ball Charity Tournament March 18 to March 20 at 3645 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear. PebbleCreek is hosting it and Sun City and Sun City Grand are sending bocce players to participate. It’s a fundraiser for Soldier’s Best Friend, which provides service or therapeutic companion dogs for U.S. military veterans living with combat-related PTSD or traumatic brain injury. “We have Luke Air Force Color Guard presenting colors at the 8:30
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Bocce ball is popular among the Baby Boomer set. (Photo courtesy Carolyn Rota)
a.m. opening ceremony on Monday, March 18, and the VWF Post 6310 doing the honors on Tuesday, March 19, and hopefully on Wednesday, March 20, too,” Rota said. “The soldiers and their dogs will be giving a demonstration of the bond between them, but the date has not been confirmed.” Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord, a PebbleCreek resident, will make an appearance. The Charity Bocce Ball event is open to the public and donations to Soldier’s Best Friend will be accepted. Rota moved to PebbleCreek 16 years ago from New York, and has been playing bocce since 2003. “As you get older, your medical conditions change and the energy level changes sometimes, too,” Rota said. “After you play pickleball and dislocate that hip or break that wrist, this is something a little less strenuous. “I like the camaraderie, the challenge of a good game. Basically, we call it fun
in the sun. It’s not something to challenge one another. It’s only a game.” The game is handicap accessible, too, Rota stressed. “We have a gentleman who’s in a wheelchair,” she said. “The board goes across each end and that’s removable. We have some people who have lost an arm through an accident or health issue. They still can play this game, and get out and join their neighbors and friends. “That’s one of the things that bocce does. We all come from different parts of the United States and the world. People live here from Europe or Asia and you become family because you’re away from your family. Joining any club in any community brings you warm feelings and your home feelings.” Only PebbleCreek residents are permitted to join the PebbleCreek Bocce Ball Organization, which costs $20 per year for three seasons. For more information, call club president Cheryl Kasselmann at 623-322-6656.
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Museum showcasing historical homes, gardens BY OCTAVIO SERRANO
West Valley View Staff Writer
Litchfield Park Museum will host its first home and garden tour on Saturday, March 2, showcasing the buildings’ architecture and history. The self-guided tour functions as a fundraiser for the Litchfield Park Historical Society and Museum. Tickets are $20 for the event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and are available at lphsmuseum.org. In addition, the streets will be lined with 20 classic restored cars and the backyards will be draped with handmade quilts. Guests can also take part in the Litchfield Park Art & Wine Festival that is happening at the same time and includes over 200 artists and a beer and wine garden for sampling rum, beer and wine. Meredeth Stucky, a member of the museum’s board of directors and executive committee, said the tour will consist of six homes, each with unique characteristics. “Most of the homes have been renovated and outside the front door and
hopefully we’re going to have pictures that show what the house was and when it was renovated,” Stucky said. Impressive as the homes may be, the history of the town and its architecture is what brings meaning to the tour. “We here at the museum totally have a passion for Litchfield Park,” Stucky said. “The history of Litchfield Park is so different than any other place.” Stucky said the homes in Litchfield Park were built in the mid ’60s and that the city “sprung up from the need for tires and cotton.” Stucky said Paul Litchfield, the CEO of Goodyear Tire & Rubber at the time, bought 16,000 acres of land. “It was all dirt and within a year or two, he had a town laid out. He had the original Wigwam building built; got a school; built canals, railroad tracks, telephone lines, electrical lines; and he was growing cotton,” Stucky said. Today, the homes on Old Litchfield Road remain historical landmarks for the city. The tour includes unique details like “the homes of the first dentist and the first doctor.” But the history goes deeper.
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A George French-designed and -built home on Old Litchfield Road will be part of a home and garden tour. (Photo courtesy Meredeth Stucky)
One of the homes at Rancho La Loma was used by the Air Force fighter pilots and generals who were training at a base during World War II. Another house was bought by Charles A. Barrow and his wife, Julia. After Barrow’s wife and father both died of brain tumors, his contributions led to the founding of the Barrow Neurological Institute. Even the road where the houses are standing are significant. “The palm trees in Old Litchfield
have been there since he laid out the town,” Stucky said. Stucky said this will be a yearly event. Her hope is guests will consider it “classy enough” for them to want to return. Stucky said her favorite Litchfield Park homes are the 1940s structures built by Goodyear Farms. The homes are built with adobe, created with mud and straw. “We are highlighting some of the most spectacular homes in Litchfield Park and we are talking about its history,” Stucky said.
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Goat yoga jumps into the West Valley
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Rescue Roundup brings health education to the public
BY OCTAVIO SERRANO
West Valley View Staff Writer
Goodyear Realtor Danelle Treguboff is taking her love of yoga to another level. The Agua Fria High School graduate and her family are banking on the latest trend of mixing goats and yoga by offering GOGA to the West Valley. Known for their climbing, goats ca- GOGA’s staff is Cody Duncan, Emily Mann, Danelle Treguboff, Sydney Mann, Eric Barraza and Sasha Treguboff. (West Valley sually climb on humans View photo by Octavio Serrano) as they practice their form and strengthen their core. farm close to here and he’s always Treguboff and her family, including talked about having animals,” Tregudaughter Emily Mann, bring goat yoga boff said. to Fear Farm Sports and Entertainment The goats are slightly bigger than an Complex, 2209 N. 99th Avenue, Phoe- average dog and weigh similarly. As nix, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays. the business expands, Treguboff hopes Classes are $15. It started Saturday, to have more classes and, of course, February 16, and the Nigerian Dwarf more goats. Treguboff has a feel for the goats were well behaved. community. Treguboff said she has been to oth“I think our society needs it,” Treguer goat yoga locations and enjoyed boff said. “There’s a lot of division evthem. erywhere, so if we can come out and “We want to keep our classes smaller do something as a community, that’s and more personal,” Treguboff said. important.” The Realtor said Mann turned her onto yoga while she was attending college in New York. Mann now studies at GOGA Grand Canyon University. When: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays “My daughter started going and she Where: Fear Farm Sports and did some training in New York while Entertainment Complex, she was in college and we both just 2209 N. 99th Avenue, Phoenix love it,” Treguboff said. Cost: Classes are $15 Incorporating goats into yoga is a Info: 623-628-6866, very big leap, however. goatyogaphx.com “My husband used to have a dairy
Abrazo West Campus is hosting its popular annual Rescue Roundup event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, February 23, in the hospital’s east parking lot, 13677 W. McDowell Road. (Photo courtesy Abrazo West Campus)
BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Managing Editor
Abrazo West Campus will present its annual Rescue Roundup from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, February 23, in the hospital’s east parking lot, 13677 W. McDowell Road. Each year the popular event attracts 1,500 attendees for interactive fun and health education. Abrazo West Campus is collaborating with emergency responders and public safety agencies from throughout the West Valley for the event. In addition to fire trucks, ambulances and air evac helicopter displays, educational booths will offer health information including stroke prevention, heart health, prescription medication precautions and more. “Rescue Roundup is one of the hospital’s signature events to showcase how our Level I Trauma Center and hospital works hand in hand with first responders to keep our community safe and healthy. As we continue to grow and serve our West Valley communities, Rescue Roundup is a fun way to provide health and safety education to visitors of all ages,’’ said Christina Oh, Abrazo West Campus CEO.
Activities will include: • Car seat safety checks from 9 to 11:30 a.m. • Bicycle giveaway • Helicopters, fire trucks and ambulances on display • Police K-9 demonstrations • Health information and education • Abrazo West hospital information • Free food and drinks Girl Scouts who attend the Rescue Roundup can fulfill multiple requirements for badges. Abrazo West Campus celebrated its 15th anniversary in September 2018 with the announcement of plans for a 12-bed expansion project. The new nursing unit will provide added capacity to meet the growing need for inpatient beds to serve West Valley communities. “Abrazo West Campus opened 15 years ago as a small community hospital and has evolved into a thriving medical center serving the West Valley and beyond. Over time the hospital has added complex services like the Level 1 trauma program as we strive to be the hospital of choice for our neighbors,” Oh said.
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King Crossword ACROSS 1 Beavers’ structure 4 Second letter 8 Wild and crazy 12 Indivisible 13 Mideast airline 14 Sheltered 15 Gin, e.g. 17 Grad rags? 18 First murderer 19 Iron 20 Suitor 22 Paddock parent 24 Long-running Broadway musical 25 Pheasant or grouse 29 Fuss 30 Dental filling 31 Ultramodern (Pref.) 32 Backyard attraction 34 Somewhere out there 35 Feedbag fodder 36 Surprise big-time 37 Engine
40 Unwanted email 41 On in years 42 Morning garb 46 Entreaty 47 “Super-food” berry 48 Grecian vessel 49 Transmit 50 Group of cattle 51 Despondent
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Desert Edge junior up for Youth of the Year BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Managing Editor
Desert Edge High School junior Tania Castillo has success in her blood. The teen is up for Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix’s Youth of the Year prize, something that isn’t new to her family. “Tanis, my older brother, was Youth of the Year in 2018 and works for the Girls and Boys Clubs as a staff member,” she said. Her brothers, Alejandro and Michael, have also received various honors by the nonprofit. Castillo is one of 11 teens statewide who attend the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix who will be honored during a Saturday, February 23, fundraising gala. One child will be recognized as the Youth of the Year at the annual Today’s Kids, Tomorrow’s Stars event. Castillo is from the Tri-City West/ Thornwood Branch at 301 E. Western Avenue in Avondale. She joined the Boys & Girls Clubs 11 years ago. Through her brother’s
Tania Castillo and her brother, Michael, are active with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix, specifically Tri-City West/Thornwood Branch in Avondale. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)
encouragement, she became interested in cross-country running and has earned a significant number of awards.
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Desert Edge High School hosting district’s first fine arts showcase BY OCTAVIO SERRANO
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Read Better Be Better Program. She hopes to attend Grand Canyon University and plans to study veterinary medicine. “This year, I’m taking AP classes, which are different from regular classes,” she said. “I’m taking AP U.S. history and English. I want to become a doctor. I was thinking veterinarian. I grew up with animals.” Her mother, Maria Castillo, said she is proud of her children. “We try to do our best to encourage them to think positive and stay with their studies and go beyond that,” she said. “They’re really good kids. They go out of their way to help others. One of the things we try to teach them is to be polite.” The teen said she hopes to continue setting a good example for her peers. “I try to encourage kids to join us, to try out different activities,” she said. “When I walk around the hallways, staff and other student say, ‘There’s Tania. She helps me out.’”
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sign believes art is important. Kids learn critical skills like creative thinking and problem-solving abilities, he said. To strengthen those bonds, the Agua Fria Union High School District is hosting its first fine arts showcase with performances by students from Agua Fria, Canyon View, Desert Edge, Millennium and Verrado high schools from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 2, at Desert Edge, 15778 W. Yuma Road, Goodyear. “Art should not be a secret. It should be displayed in the community,” said the conservatory’s director. The showcase will include performances in dance, instrumental music, theater, vocal music and color guard. In addition, drawing, photography, sculpture and painting will be featured in the visual arts gallery. “We’re developing voice for our students and giving them the opportunity to be creative thinkers,” he said. The event is a collaboration with the Desert Edge Conservatory of Fine Arts Booster’s Creative Community Fine
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Avondale hosting STEAM Fest BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
Arts Festival, which will provide community vendors, artisans, school clubs and food trucks. The vendors’ rental fees go back to the students. “As a district, we wanted to focus on our art because we need to get our students’ talent out in the community,” he said. Desert Edge High School student leaders and National Honors Society members are helping organize the event. One of the students will DJ. “Our fine arts program is the Agua Fria Union High School District is strong and the students are committed,” Williams said. “We’re trying to get these kids what they deserve: a pro-
fessional experience.” The event is free and open to the public, who will play an important role in the festival, as it’s meant to show the community what the art programs are about. “The students are incredible,” Williams said. “There is some work that will make you think, ‘A high schooler did that? No way!’” Williams added the festival will be impressive. “We’ve done a great job of collaborating between schools, sharing information and working together,” Williams said. For more information, visit aguafria. org/domain/1102.
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Avondale is planning to inspire the next generation of scientists, programmers, engineers and mathematicians in a big way. The city will hold the STEAM Fest Family Event from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, at the Avondale Civic Center Library. The STEAM Fest Family Event, a signature event of the Arizona SciTech Festival, is free for all ages. It will allow visitors to explore booths showcasing experiments, games, activities and exciting demonstrations that relate to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM). The festival will feature local organizations and businesses including the World Wildlife Zoo, Genius Thinkers, Desert Thunder VEX Robotics, Avondale Elementary Mobile STEAM Lab, Cox Communications, Phoenix Astronomical Society, Lee’s ATA Martial Arts, city of Avondale, Maricopa County Stormwater Pro-
gram and a variety of other interactive and hands-on booths. Those who get their STEAM passports stamped along the way will receive completion certificates. Avondale’s Civic Center Library is located at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For more information on this and other programs offered at the libraries in Avondale, visit avondalelibrary.org. STEAM Fest is an Arizona SciTech Signature Event.
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Registration open for Girl Scout summer camps BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Managing Editor
Registration for the Girl Scouts – Arizona Cactus Pine-Council 2019 summer camps is open for its four camp locations: The Parsons Leadership Center for Girls and Women at Camp South Mountain (Phoenix), Camp Maripai (Prescott), Shadow Rim Ranch (Payson) and Willow Springs (Prescott). Each camp has special offerings, along with the traditional camp activities, to accommodate the diverse interests of every girl. “Studies show that girls today are not spending nearly enough time outdoors,” said Tamara Woodbury, the council’s chief executive officer. “Technology and structured activities leave less time for girls to get outside and enjoy nature. However, girls who attend Girl Scout camp have plenty of opportunities to create their own outdoor adventures and develop a lifelong appreciation for nature and build self-confidence – whether with a Girl Scout troop, independently or with friends and family. All our camps provide girls with opportunities for adventure – in an environment where they can be their true selves. Not only are our camps affordable, but we welcome all girls, K-12, regardless of whether they are currently a Girl Scout.” The program focus of each of the four camps is as follows: • The Parsons Leadership Center, Phoenix, an $18 million state-of-theart urban camp with sessions for day and overnight campers, like STEM-related activities, archery, swimming,
arts and crafts and field trips. • Camp Maripai, Prescott, offers a traditional camp experience like archery and canoeing along with horsemanship programs for beginners through advanced riders. • Shadow Rim Ranch, Payson, offers outdoor adventures such as hiking and canoeing trip and travel sessions, plus outdoor cooking, zip-lining and archery. • Willow Springs, Prescott, emphasizes artistic endeavors like ceramics, fashion and theater, as well as hiking, archery, a ropes challenge course and aviation. All four camps offer sessions that vary in length, from weekend family camp and day camp, to overnight camps and three-week quests. Summer camp begins the week of June 2 and runs for nine weeks, with the last camp week starting in late July. Registration offers tiered pricing and financial assistance. Girls who are not Girl Scouts are welcome to register. To sign up, visit girlscoutsaz.org/camp. Open houses will be held at each camp: • The Parsons Leadership Center: 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 31, at 1611 E. Dobbins Road, Phoenix • Shadow Rim Ranch: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 26, at 530 N. Shadow Rim Road, Payson • Camp Maripai: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at 201 E. Marapai Road, Prescott • Willow Springs: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday June 1, at 775 Camp Willow Springs Road, Prescott For more information, visit girlscoutsaz.org.
PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF HEARING ON THE APPLICATION OF LIBERTY UTILITIES (LITCHFIELD PARK WATER & SEWER) CORP. FOR A CERTIFICATE OF CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY TO PROVIDE WASTEWATER UTILITY SERVICE IN MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA. DOCKET NO. SW-01428A-18-0413 Summary On December 28, 2018, Liberty Utilities (Litchfield Park Water & Sewer) Corp. (“Liberty Utilities”) filed an application with the Arizona Corporation Commission (“Commission”) for a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (“CC&N”) to provide wastewater utility service to The Landings development located in certain defined portions of Maricopa County, Arizona. The Commission’s Utilities Division (“Staff”) has not yet made a recommendation regarding the application. The Commission is not bound by the proposals made by Liberty Utilities, Staff, or any intervenors. The Commission will issue a Decision regarding the application following consideration of testimony and evidence presented by all parties at an evidentiary hearing. How You Can View or Obtain a Copy of the Application Copies of the application are available from Liberty Utilities at its offices, 12725 W. Indian School Rd., Suite D101, Avondale, AZ 85392, and on the Internet via its website, www.libertyutilities.com; at the Commission’s Docket Control Center at 1200 West Washington Street, Phoenix, Arizona, for public inspection during regular business hours; and on the Commission’s website (www.azcc.gov) using the e-Docket function. Arizona Corporation Commission Public Hearing Information The Commission will hold a hearing on this matter beginning April 25, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at the Commission’s offices, 1200 West Washington Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007. Public comments will be taken on the first day of hearing. Written public comments may be submitted by mailing a letter referencing Docket No. SW01428A-18-0413 to Arizona Corporation Commission, Consumer Services Section, 1200 West Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007, or by submitting comments on the Commission’s website (www.azcc.gov) by clicking on “I Want To” and selecting “Submit a Public Comment” from the drop down menu. If you require assistance, you may contact the Consumer Services Section at 1800-222-7000. If you do not intervene in this proceeding, you will r eceive no further notice of the proceedings in this docket. However, all documents filed in this docket are available online (usually within 24 hours after docketing) at the Commission’s website (www.azcc.gov) using the e-Docket function. You may choose to subscribe to an RSS feed for this case using the e-Docket function. The law provides for an open public hearing at which, under appropriate circumstances, interested persons may intervene. An interested person may be granted intervention if the outcome of the case will directly and substantially impact the person, and the person’s intervention will not unduly broaden the issues in the case. Intervention, among other things, entitles a party to present sworn evidence at hearing and to cross-examine other parties’ witnesses. However, failure to intervene will not preclude any interested person or entity from appearing at the hearing and providing public comment on the application or from filing written comments in the record of the case. To request intervention, you must file an original and 13 hard copies of a written request to intervene with Docket Control, 1200 West Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007, no later than April 5, 2019. You also must serve a copy of the request to intervene on each party of record, on the same day that you file the request to intervene with the Commission. Information about intervention and sample intervention requests are available on the Commission’s website (www.azcc.gov) by going to the “I Want To” drop down menu and then using the “Intervene in a Utility Case” link. Your request to intervene must contain the following: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and the name, address, and telephone number of any person upon whom service of documents is to be made, if not yourself; 2. A reference to Docket No. SW-01428A-18-0413; 3. A short statement explaining: a.Your interest in the proceeding (e.g., an owner of property in the proposed extension area, etc.), b. How you will be directly and substantially affected by the outcome of the case, and c. Why your intervention will not unduly broaden the issues in the case; 4. A statement certifying that you have served a copy of the request to intervene on the utility or its attorney and all other parties of record in the case; and 5. If you are not represented by an attorney who is an active member of the Arizona State Bar, and you are not representing yourself as an individual, sufficient information and any appropriate documentation to demonstrate compliance with Arizona Supreme Court Rules 31, 38, 39, and 42, as applicable. The granting of motions to intervene shall be governed by A.A.C. R14-3-105, except that all motions to intervene must be filed on or before April 5, 2019. ADA/Equal Access Information The Commission does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to its public meetings. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter, as well as request this document in an alternative format, by contacting the ADA Coordinator, Kacie Cannon, E-mail KCannon@azcc.gov, voice phone number 602-5423931. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Publish: West Valley View/Business, Feb. 20, 2019 / 18684
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OBITUARIES Richard Stewart
Richard Stewart, age 83 of Goodyear, died February 7, 2019. He was born September 22, 1935 in Charleston, WV. Richard had a tough upbringing in West Virginia, but he made it out and moved to Michigan. He graduated from Ford Motor Company vocational school, an education that was interrupted by being drafted into the US Air Force and serving in Chateauroux, France as a Radar Technician. While there, he raced Opal GT’s and played football against NATO teams across Europe. After four years in France, he returned to finish school and started working for Ford Motor Company in Detroit on the assembly line. He quickly realized this was not for him and changed over to the engineering department at General Motor Fisher Body in Detroit and had a successful 33-year career. During his GM career he pioneered the development of the seat belt that has saved countless lives. Dick was recognized by GM as their seat belt subject matter expert and transitioned into becoming an expert witness. He worked many high-profile cases that saved GM millions of dollars in false claims. After his career at GM he became a freelance subject matter expert and helped other car companies like Ford and Toyota. During his career he married Kay and they raised four children. When he finally retired, he traveled the US for several years in a motor home, finally settling in Phoenix. Richard was always looking for ways to keep active, so he volunteered for a variety of church organizations in the area and became a Chaplain for the Avondale Police Department. The highlight of his life was getting Gracie, a 120-pound bull retriever and training her to be a service dog. Together they performed at many events and won many awards for service with the Police Department and the community. Richard is survived by his daughters, Kim Soave and Patricia Rowden; sons, Michael Stewart and Richard Stewart Jr.; 10 Grandchildren; and four Great-Grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 12:30 pm, Friday, February 22, 2019 at The Church at Litchfield Park, 300 N Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park, 85340. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that you donate to the Phoenix 100 Club or The Church at Litchfield Park. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.
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Linda Elizabeth Prescott Linda Elizabeth Prescott, 81, of Goodyear, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2019. Born September 14, 1937 in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, Linda met her husband of 61 years, Robert J. Prescott, while attending the University of Iowa. They married March 30, 1957. She was the mother of three daughters, Terri (Robert) Oyler, Lori (Bill) Conti, and Julie (Mark) Purvis; grandmother of eleven; and great-grandmother of two. Linda lived a wonderful life and will be dearly missed by her family. A private family Memorial Service was held on Monday, February 11, 2019 at Surprise Funeral Care, 16063 W. Bell Road, Surprise. To sign the guestbook online and to share your memories, and to send condolences and well-wishes to the family please visit www.surprisefuneralcare.com
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Betty Lou Broemser Betty Lou Cronkright-Broemser, born 11/20/1933. Husbands: Alfred Leroy Cronkright, Harold Earl Broemser (both deceased). Surviving children: Deborah, Carl Lee and Tina Marie. Betty has 8 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Mon loved to dance A.K.A. Fast Feet Betty, she loved to gamble and smoke her cigarettes. She resided with her daughter Tina Marie for 13 years, they really enjoyed their company together. Mom is greatly missed!
Marie T Knight Marie T. Knight, age 84 passed away on February 7, 2019. She is survived by her children; Kevin (Sue) Knight, Ken (Margo-deceased) Knight, Keith (D'Ann) Knight, Kelly (Rick) Roof, 9 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, John B. Knight. A memorial service will be held on Friday February 15th with a private burial to be held after. A memorial service will be held from 9:30am to 10:00am on Friday, February 15th, 2019 at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 Cave Creek Road.
1971 and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer. He married Annette Stevens in October 1989 and they had a son Andrew the following December. Keith worked with the City of Phoenix Water Department as an engineer. Annette passed away in December of 2005 after a long battle with cancer. Keith is a life member of the VFW and was very active for years with Post 6310. He served on the Honor Guard, was the Post Commander and later the District 3 Commander. Keith was also an active golfer. Keith is survived by his son Andrew, his brothers CAPT Bruce (Hannah) and CAPT Doug (Bonnie) and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service for Keith Roulstone will be held at the National Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, at 12:30 PM on Monday, February 25, 2019. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the VFW Post 6310 building fund in Keith’s honor. VFW POST 6310, Building Fund, P.O. BOX 1178, Tolleson 85353.
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Buckeye Valley Fire District 25206 W. US Hwy 85, Buckeye, AZ 85326 Phone: (623) 386-5906 Fax: (800) 409-0225 Deron Miller-Chairman, Roger Wallace-Clerk, Daniel Richardson-Member, Mike Rose-Member, Melanie Hardy-Member, Mike Duran-Fire Chief
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Administrative Office Manager
Salary $29.00 per hour | Location Buckeye, AZ Job Type Regular, Exempt | Closing 2/22/2019 5:00PM
The Buckeye Valley Fire District (BVFD) is a full-service Fire District located in the far west valley. Staffed with a combination of career and reserve personnel, the BVFD responds to approximately 10,000 calls a year for service and covers approximately 200 square miles. The BVFD is currently looking for a full-time Administrative Office Manager. This position will oversee office administration and procedures in order to ensure organizational effectiveness, efficiency and safety. The Ideal Candidate will be an energetic professional who doesn’t mind wearing multiple hats; experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support-related tasks; able to work independently with little or no supervision; well organized, flexible and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting an office of diverse personnel. This position will report directly to the Fire Chief. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage overall office administration services. • Manage and maintain all confidential files and correspondence. • Manage executives’ schedules, calendars and appointments. • Create PowerPoint slides and make presentations. • Provide general support to visitors. • Manage contract and price negotiations with office vendors. • Manage contract renewals and files. • Coordinate with IT providers on all purchase and maintenance of office equipment. • Organize office operations and procedures. • Partner with HR services to develop, implement and maintain office policies and standards as necessary to guide the operation of the office. • Organize and schedule meetings and appointments. • Establish a historical reference for the office by outlining procedures for protection, retention, record disposal and retrieval. • Participate actively in the planning and execution of fire district events. • Remain updated on technical and professional knowledge by attending educational workshops and building networks with fellow professionals and reviewing industry publications. • Maintain a safe and secure working environment. DUTIES INCLUDE: • As designated Fire Board Secretary, this position coordinates and prepares agendas, technical reports, board packets and all required correspondence. Also, must record and transcribe all District Fire Board meetings. • Coordinates employee benefit information, including new enrollments and changes for medical, dental, vision, Nationwide, etc. • Oversees new enrollments and changes to PSPRS and ASRS to ensure accurate reporting to
validate retirement benefits. • Assists with new hire onboarding, benefit paperwork, background investigations, fingerprinting, new hire reporting and e-Verify per Federal Statutes. • Coordinates and manages all industrial injury paperwork, to include processing all required claims paperwork to the insurance company. • Oversees and processes all bi-weekly payroll functions. • Manages and submits all Federal, State, County and local mandated reporting requirements. • Manages and oversees purchase orders and maintains purchase order log. • Manages and validates vendor invoices and submits approved invoices for electronic payment. • Serves as vendor liaison in resolving accounts payable issues. • Performs related duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: • Regularly stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone and various office equipment. • Reach, stoop, and kneel to operate and install computer and other various office equipment. • Close vision requirements due to computer work. • Light to moderate lifting. • Regular, predictable attendance. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: • Moderate noise (i.e. business office with phones, computers, and printers; light traffic). • Confined work area. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s Degree and four years progressively responsible experience in office administration or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrate the ability to perform the duties. • Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Windows 10 (QuickBooks knowledge a plus). • Valid Arizona Driver’s License. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills. • Excellent written and verbal communications skills. • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work. • Knowledge of management responsibilities, systems and procedures. BENEFITS: Health Insurance | Dental | Vision | Performance Leave | Life Insurance | Short-Term Insurance | Holiday Pay APPLICATION PROCESS: Vacation | Sick Leave Arizona State Retirement System Resumes will be accepted in person at our Administration Office located at 25206 W. MC 85, Buckeye, AZ 85326, via regular mail or by email to admin@ bvfd.az.gov. Resumes must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 22, 2019. For questions, please contact Ray Temple at 623-386- 5906. Resumes will be pre-screened based on qualifications. Applying does not guarantee an interview. Applicant must pass a background check following conditional employment offer. The Buckeye Valley Fire District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the hiring authority.
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CAREGIVERS AIRES is looking for caring, capable and compassionate people! Our mission is to help people live happy, healthy & fulfilling lives.
Hiring Caregivers for In Home Care dept (HCBS) & Group Homes in the West Valley **No Exp necessary! Paid training. Must be 21+yrs w/ good driving record & reliable transportation. Apply at www.aires.org or visit us at 2140 W. Greenway Rd, Ste 140, Phoenix.
EMPLOYMENT WANTED Local Drivers Needed for Phoenix area, Class A CDL required, knowledge of the Valley a must, refrigerated experience helpful, new pay scale starts at $17.00/hr, call Mark 602-254-9922 Reputable feed mill in Buckeye looking for two full-time positions, day shift hand add specialist, to assist in mixing feed, general clean up and perform various tasks as needed. Will need to be able to pick up and move 50 lbs. bags, forklift/skid steer loader experience needed. Position for swing shift loader to load trucks also needed. Benefits offered, include dental, vision and 401k, we are a ESOP employer Candidates are welcome to apply on line @ www.westernmilling.com/careers, walk ins are welcome, apply at 29700 W. Lower River Rd, Buckeye 602-251-3600
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LAND FOR SALE 1 to 18 acres, starting $10,000, various locations, payments, owner/agent, Call Ken, 602-510-8900 10 Acres Power, water, natural gas available. $79,000 556th Ave, Tonopah AZ. Owner will carry for 3 years at low 7% 602-618-1159 www.firstbuyusa.com
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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OFFICE/Retail/Premium/ Affordable suites available. 722' - 2000'. Dysart/ Van Buren/ Litchfield. 602-694-3158
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WANTED TO BUY $100-$500+ Cash for Junk Cars all "as is" autos! Good condition more $$$$. Best Prices! Fast, free pickup. 602-391-3996 I Buy Estates! Collections-Art-Autos Death & Divorce & Downsize Business Inventory Ranch & Farm Small or Large - Fast & Easy Call Now for Appt (10a-4p) Josh 610-739-9991
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West Valley View and West Valley View Business publish legal ads every Wednesday in print and online. Deadline for legal ads is Thursday at 5pm for the following Wednesday. Be aware there may be early deadlines around holidays. Questions regarding legal ads please call Elaine at 480-8987926. To submit a legal ad please email it to: legals@ westvalleyview.com
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Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818 References Available
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AIR CONDITIONING
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Mobile
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The City of Buckeye is seeking applicants to serve on the Buckeye Pollution Control Corporation, Airport Advisory Board, Community Services Advisory Board, and the Planning and Zoning Commission. In order to be considered for vacant seats, individuals must be eighteen years of age or older, a Buckeye resident for at least one year, and a registered voter. Interested individuals may complete and submit the Boards and Commissions Application found here: http://www.buckeyeaz.gov/boards-commissionsapplication/. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (623) 349-6914 or clerk@buckeyeaz.gov
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CITY OF BUCKEYE PUBLIC NOTICE
"Ellen Pierson (et. al) Vs. Mark Verdugo, (address unknown): A civil lawsuit has been filed against you in the Maricopa County Justice Courts, Civil Division, [Case No.# CC201815252ORC). You are directed to answer this complaint within TWENTY (20) DAYS [following the 4th week of the publication of this notice] by filing a written ANSWER in the court named above. If you do not answer or defend, you run the risk of having a judgement entered against you for the amount of the plaintiff's claim, plus costs. A filing fee must be paid at the time your answer is filed. **Requests for reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities must be made to the court 3 judicial days in advance of any scheduled hearing". Published: West Valley View, Feb. 13, 2019 / 18610
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$
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