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Buckeye PD recognized for combating opioid epidemic By Connor Dziawura Buckeye Police Department was recently recognized by the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) for establishing an opioid overdose recognition and naloxone administration program. Commonly branded as Narcan, naloxone is an opioid inhibitor. Previously, only EMS personnel were equipped to carry and administer naloxone in the field. At this point, it’s no secret that Arizona has a statewide health emergency surrounding the use of opioids. Officially declared by Gov. Doug Ducey on June 5, 2017, the situation is an “epidemic.” To combat the problem, governmental and law enforcement agencies are coordinating a solution, and the expansion of access to naloxone is just one piece of the puzzle. Buckeye is among the many law enforcement agencies addressing and cracking down on the problem. Goodyear police were previously recognized in August 2017. Departments are recognized through the Public Health Excellence in Law Enforcement (PHELE) program, which is overseen by the ADHS Bureau of EMS and Trauma System. “(PHELE) allows the Department of Health to recognize the law enforcement agencies who make an outstanding effort to collaborate a lot with EMS providers, other law enforcement agencies, public health officials and hospitals to address the opioid overdose. It isn’t just a simple ‘thank you.’ It requires law enforcement

Buckeye SWAT medic Tim Freund, left, and Jason Woliver, a police ofﬁcer who handles reporting for the opioid overdose recognition and naloxone administration program, display a box of Narcan. (West Valley View photo by Melissa Fossum)

agencies to take some extra steps – performance improvement standards; training standards; accountability for medications that they wouldn’t normally have to provide,” said David James Harden, strategic planning and EMS recognition programs manager. “The PHELE supports EMS and law

enforcement’s collaborative efforts to respond to Arizona’s opioid overdose crisis. It’s very much a collaborative process and it’s definitely a recognition way to facilitate Arizona’s ability to reduce these stats.”

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Avondale man charged in connection to Sendejas’ death By Sarah Donahue and Bryan Pietsch Avondale resident Vincent Parker was arrested April 17 on charges connected to the death of Loring Sendejas, 33, whose body was found in an Old Town Scottsdale alley in February. Parker, 51, was charged with endangerment, sexual assault and abandonment and concealment of a dead body, according to Scottsdale court records.

Sendejas was last seen February 4 in Old Town Scottsdale, and then heard from at 12:45 a.m. February 5. She called a friend, who described Sendejas as sounding extremely intoxicated, according to the police report. An unidentified male got on the phone and told the friend he was taking care of her. According to toxicology reports,

Sendejas’ blood alcohol level was .28, more than three times the legal limit. The narcotic fentanyl was also present. Her autopsy found she was sexually assaulted. There were no suspects until Parker was stopped for DUI and, during his Breathalyzer test, his DNA was collected.

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Buckeye...continued from page 1 The opioid overdose recognition and naloxone administration program is in compliance with state statutes and the curriculum set forth by ADHS and the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZPOST). Though Harden said the PHELE program was already underway, it is one component of facilitating the Arizona Opioid Epidemic Act signed by Ducey on January 26.

Buckeye police’s job The training takes law enforcement personnel through the steps of how to recognize an overdose, how and when to administer naloxone, and how to successfully report the data to ADHS. This can in part help officers more easily discern between opioid overdoses and other potential ailments. “What the officers are trained to recognize is someone who is experiencing an opioid-related overdose versus some of the other medical conditions that are out there, such as cardiac arrest,” explained Tim Freund, Buckeye SWAT medic. He helped with the program at the department. “We obviously advocate that the police officers, if trained, perform CPR and consider Narcan or administering

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an opioid antagonist if the person has signs of an opioid overdose.” Paraphernalia, known history of opioid use and pinpoint pupils are some of the signs to which Freund points. Oxycodone, heroin, benzodiazepine, morphine, hydrocodone, fentanyl and tramadol are some of the drugs classified as opioids by ADHS. “During the training, they help the law enforcement officers also identify other medical emergencies like if somebody’s diabetic – how an opioid overdose presents differently than someone who is diabetic – or if they’re having a stroke,” he added. Last July, The Buckeye Police Department mistakenly took a 14-yearold boy with autism for a drug user. The situation ultimately resulted in increased training at the department to prevent similar situations. “If someone is having a true overdose, they have a depressed level of consciousness, they are barely breathing, they are unresponsive to most stimuli, they’re very close to being dead, and the urgency behind this is the time-sensitive emergency that sometimes can’t wait for fire and EMS to respond because they’re not going anywhere the scene isn’t safe,” Freund explained. “Law enforcement does go in and

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make the scene safe, or sometimes they also decide it’s the appropriate treatment to administer Narcan prior to fire or EMS being on scene to continue the patient care.” Naloxone can be administered intranasally or intramuscularly. Freund clarifies it’s not just for individuals who are high; it’s for a life-threatening overdose. It can also be used in instances where officers come into accidental contact with a substance and become symptomatic. “The officers are encouraged to wear this lifesaving piece of equipment on them just like their badge and their gun and their radio and their tourniquet,” Freund said. “This is just another tool that we encourage the officers to carry on them in case they are exposed to something like this.” The expansion of access to naloxone in the field from strictly EMS personnel to law enforcement agencies is a relatively new development to fight the opioid statistics. “Until the most recent few years, the overdose crisis was not as large, and the concept of using law enforcement as another immediate responder is a relatively new activity,” explained Terry Mullins, ADHS Bureau of EMS and Trauma System chief. Scenario-based training is imperative

in establishing an opioid overdose recognition and naloxone administration program, Freund said. The scenarios help determine if naloxone is appropriate to the situation, when to administer it and how to care for the individual after it’s administered. Post-administration steps include putting the individual in a recovery position, assisting breathing, checking their pulse and, potentially, giving an additional dose of naloxone if they suffer from continued respiratory depression. “Obviously any time you’ve administered Narcan, they want to have fire and EMS respond so that the patient can be transported if appropriate,” Freund added. Following any contact, reporting the data is essential. This helps to monitor the state’s progress in reducing the opioid epidemic. “The state wants all of this data reported from multiple sources, so whether it’s law enforcement who administers the Narcan, whether it’s EMS who administers it, whether it’s the hospital who’s administering it, that information helps provide up-to-date data as how bad the problem is and which direction it’s going,” Freund said.

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Eric D. Dillingham 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, Airman 1st Class Eric D. Air Force core values, Dillingham is the brother physical fitness, and of Kyle Dillingham of and Jared basic warfare principles Goodyear, Dillingham. (Photo courtesy and skills. U.S. Air Force) Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Dillingham is the son of Truett and Renee Dillingham of Central, South Carolina, and brother of Kyle Dillingham of Goodyear, and Jared Dillingham. The airman is a 2015 graduate of D. W. Daniel High School, Central, South Carolina.

In an effort to save more lives on Arizona’s roadways this month, the Buckeye Police Department has partnered with the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to enforce Arizona’s seat belt and child safety seat laws. The Buckeye Police Department is just one of many local law enforcement agencies partnering with the office to enforce the potentially life-saving laws. Although Arizona has a secondary seat belt law, the enforcement campaign is based upon high visibility traffic enforcement with a “zero-tolerance” approach toward seat belt and child safety seat usage. As part of the national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement campaign, law enforcement agencies across the state will be stepping up traffic enforcement patrols and increasing other enforcement efforts to drive home the message: Buckle Up Arizona ... It’s the Law! Despite widespread efforts to educate drivers about the importance

Airman Osborne earns honor graduate status By West Valley View staff U.S. Air Force Airman James T. Osborne graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San AntonioLackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, Airman James T. Osborne is the brother of Danielle physical fitness, and Osborne of Litchﬁeld Park. basic warfare principles (Photo courtesy U.S. Air Force) 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. Osborne earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Ian and Deborah Osborne of Gardena, California, and brother of Danielle Osborne of Litchfield Park. The airman is a 2015 graduate of California Academy, Carson, California.

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Avondale budget discussions continue

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Avondale City Council recommended no significant changes and has finished evaluating the operations budget and supplementals for the proposed Avondale budget for the fiscal year 2019. The operating budget makes up $92.4 million of the $241.9 million proposed budget for this coming fiscal year. Another $9.6 million in supplementals is budgeted. The operations budget covers departments such as city administration, city court and police. Among the biggest expected costs in the operating budget line are $24.6 million for public works, $24.1 million for police and $12.5 million for fire and medical. The public works department is responsible for water, wastewater, sanitation, streets and fleet services for the city. They requested $1.2 million in supplementals, including funds to hire three new full-time positions, vehicle replacements and increased water treatment capacity. A 6-percent rate increase for water and wastewater services was approved three months ago on January 16.

The Avondale Police Department requested $418,837 in supplementals, including funds for hiring two new positions, a public safety dispatcher and a detention officer. The police department works with a staff of 184. One of the highlights of the police supplementals is a $65,400 fund request that will be used to purchase 28 new body cameras for police officers. There are 28 body cameras already in use by Avondale police. “We’ve used them (body cameras) several times,” Avondale Police Chief Dale Nannenga said. “They have been very instrumental in some of our cases. I think they provided substantial information such as officer-involved shootings as well as citizen complaints. So far we are very pleased with the body cameras system.” A similar fund request will likely be asked again next year when more body cameras are expected to be implemented. The City Council wanted to add 56 body cameras this year instead of 28, but Nannenga said it would be difficult to implement all

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• A $585,000 request for an economic opportunities funds that fund programs to attract businesses such as infill incentive, covers appraisals and offers economic impact analysis. • A $356,994 request by fire and medical department to complete an emergency operations center project that started in 2017. The funding will be used to buy communication equipment, emergency generator and other types of equipment for the emergency operations center. Avondale City Council will next look at the capital improvement plan budget. This budget includes bigger projects such as spending $6.1 million in this coming fiscal year on Festival Fields improvements. Capital projects make up $79.6 million of the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2019.

Cybersecurity roundtable set for EMCC By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Mosaic451 and Estrella Mountain Community College are hosting a cybersecurity roundtable from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 2. Six cybersecurity speakers with diverse backgrounds will discuss their experiences in the field. The event is titled “The Pursuit of Privacy: Explore Careers in Cybersecurity with Experts from Local Companies.” Andy Jordan of Mosaic451 is among the speakers. He is a senior security architect, a bespoke cybersecurity services provider and consultancy. He has built and managed multiple security programs for numerous large and small organizations throughout his 12-year career. Joe Ward of Bishop Fox will discuss his role as well. He is a senior security analyst for Bishop Fox, a consulting firm that provides services to the Fortune 500, global financial institutions and hightech startups. He focuses on network penetration testing, security architecture and vulnerability management. As the president of Recruit Bit, Rachel Harpley is a “passionate recruiter” and leader of the Athena’s Women in Cybersecurity group in Phoenix. Three other speakers will join the discussion. Additionally, organizers are encouraging attendees to dress

business casual and bring multiple resume copies as they are expecting a few recruiters and companies who are looking to expand their teams. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, email tracy.baker@estrellamountain.edu, thomas.polliard@estrellamountain. edu or andy.jordan@mosaic451.com. Estrella Mountain Community College is at 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. The cybersecurity program at EMCC provides students with the technical skills leading to a rewarding career in information technology. EMCC offers two options: IT Security Associate Certificate of Completion (CCL) and an AAS in IT and Power Systems Security. Estrella Mountain Community College has proudly been designated a National Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense Two-Year Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. The cybersecurity courses at Estrella Mountain will give you a foundation of skills and hands-on experience needed to succeed at the university level. Classes are taught by instructors who work within the industry, using the latest technology, sharing their personal knowledge and experience to prepare you to work in this very diverse industry that blends business and technology.

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Avondale to host free document shredding By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Avondale residents are invited to discard their unwanted paperwork for free at City Hall from 7 to 9 a.m. Thursday, April 26, as part of National Records and Information Management Month. National Records and Information Management Month was developed to promote good record keeping

and information management and to emphasize the importance of having organized records. To celebrate this and to dispose of the paperwork that residents have collected, the Avondale city clerk’s department will provide document shredding at no cost to residents. Each household can bring up to two boxes (banker size) of personal

documents for free to be shredded on site. There is a $1 charge for boxes beyond that. The money benefits the Friends of Avondale Libraries, Parks and Recreation. Document shredding is provided in partnership with A-I

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Litchfield district announces restructuring, promotions By Krys Estes Litchfield Elementary School District restructured its organization and promoted employees during its April 17 governing board meeting. With more than 11,000 students, the district eliminated three assistant superintendent positions, which saves it more than $170,000. “I honor the exceptional people who have led our ‘A’-rated district to this place of excellence,” Superintendent Jodi Gunning said.

“Our team is ready and eager to focus on the academic and overall achievement of students as we strive for another century of excellence.” Gunning and the governing board worked together to restructure. The district’s business manager, Wendy Qualls, accepted the position of executive director of finance. Gina DeCoste was named the district’s executive director of programs and instructions. She is the Mabel

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POLICE BRIEFS By Connor Dziawura Arrest made in Goodyear murder Goodyear police arrested 20-yearold suspect Anthony Perry Michael Cornejo Thursday, April 19, for the murder of 29-year-old Goodyear resident Antoine Rogers. Rogers was found deceased by police after responding to reports of shots fired in

Buckeye...continued from page 2 A larger issue Since Ducey signed the initial declaration acknowledging an opioid epidemic, ADHS has continued to track the data submitted by agencies across the state. A recent ADHS opioid report shows 7,144 possible opioid overdoses were reported between June 15, 2017, and April 12. Sixteen percent were fatal. Weekly, the number of possible opioid overdoses reported fluctuated between 103 and 270. Additionally, the report revealed that within that time 687 Arizona babies

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The toddler’s death was announced the following day. This is the first reported drowning in Buckeye this year. “Pool fences or barriers can only do so much,” Buckeye Fire Captain Tommy Taylor said in a statement. “Watching over young children around pools is the best way to insure (sic) their safety.”

were born with neonatal abstinence syndrome (possible drug-related withdrawal symptoms as the result of drug-addicted mothers) and 4,720 naloxone doses were administered outside of hospitals by EMS, law enforcement or other personnel. Naloxone has also been administered in 14 of Arizona’s 15 counties. An ADHS opioid report released on June 1, 2017 shows that 790 Arizonans died from opioid overdoses in 2016. This was a 74-percent increase since four years prior – in 2012 – and the highest number of deaths recorded in 10 years. It’s not just statewide, though. The opioid issue extends across the country.

A U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) analysis of 2016 reported $504 billion in nationwide economic costs as a result of the crisis. Additionally, 116 daily deaths and 42,249 overall deaths were recorded, while 17,087 deaths were attributed to commonly-prescribed opioids. HHS also showed that prescription opioids were misused by 11.5 million people that year, 2.1 million of which were first timers. Opioid use disorders were also recorded in 2.1 million people. In Arizona, the PHELE program is viewed as a step in getting closer to Ducey’s goal of having enough law enforcement agencies with established

opioid overdose recognition and naloxone administration programs to serve 85 percent of Arizona’s population. “When law enforcement agencies and legislators and medical health professionals started to recognize the increased prevalence or the increasing occurrence of drug overdoses, how the numbers were on the rise, they said there’s something we need to do, something that we need to do differently,” Freund said. For real-time opioid data, visit azdhs. gov/prevention/womens-childrenshealth/injury-prevention/opioidprevention/index.php.

the area of 174th Drive and Morning Glory Tuesday, April 10. The motive appears to be drug related, according to police. After serving a search warrant on Cornejo’s Phoenix address, he was booked into the Fourth Avenue Jail on charges of first-degree murder.

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West Valley Child Crisis Center to reveal rebrand at May 2 fundraiser

By Niki D’Andrea Each statistic represents a human life. And the math adds up to a crisis. According to the Arizona Department of Child Safety, more than 15,000 children are waiting to be placed in foster homes throughout the state. And there are only 9,000 licensed foster families, according to the West Valley Child Crisis Center. To raise awareness of its needs – and also donations – West Valley Child Crisis Center (WVCCC) is holding a local star-studded fundraiser on May 2 at Gila River Arena. The Rise Above Luncheon, presented in partnership with the Arizona Coyotes and hosted by Olivia Ferro from Good Morning Arizona, features keynote speaker Erin Merryn, a survivor of sexual assault who advocates for the passage of “Erin’s Law” in every state, which would require public schools to implement prevention-oriented child sexual abuse programs. KISS FM radio personalities Johnjay and Rich will be honored at the luncheon for their work with their #Loveup Foundation. The event will also serve as a platform for WVCCC to announce its new programs and rebranding efforts. While WVCCC is calling on the community for assistance, the need for support goes both ways, according to West Valley families who have gone to

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Nonprofit supports foster kids through mentoring

By Lynette Carrington Thousands of children in the Arizona foster care system need support in all areas of their lives. The nonprofit Arizonans for Children attempts to fill that void, providing vital services like free tutoring and mentoring for kids who are referred by caregivers or DES case managers. Mentors/tutors are background checked and highly trained, and remain with children for at least a year. “Even if a mentor only asks, ‘Have you done your homework?’ that is somebody in that child’s life holding them accountable for homework,” said Laura Pahules, Arizonans for Children’s executive director. “Their grades improve, their

attendance improves, and magical things start happening in their lives. These are life lessons.” Tutor/mentors work on a variety of projects, depending on the needs assessed by caregivers and case managers. Whether it is educational, emotional or life skill training, our tutor/mentors spend at least two hours each week assisting their child in developing these skills. According to Arizonans for Children statistics, last year more than 400 tutor/mentor volunteers measured an 85-percent improvement in the grades of the children in the program. One of the 152 mentors/tutors is Monica Wilson, who is working with a teen who is aging out of the foster care

system in May. “It’s been amazing,” Wilson said. “Originally, I asked for a younger child – hopefully a girl – because I have two boys.” She perused the bios of children who needed help, and she was drawn to an older girl. “I said, ‘Yes,’ and ever since then I’ve spent quite a bit of time with her,” she explained. The pair works on strengthening communication and academic skills. Things have gone so well that Wilson’s mentee is moving in with her. “She recognizes she doesn’t want to go back to the life she had before, and she wants to continue to go to school,” Wilson said. “Her past life doesn’t

define her now. She knows she’s a new person.” Prior to Arizonans for Children, Pahules worked in technology. As her children grew, her path changed. “I had volunteered with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for kids in foster care for years,” Pahules said. She sought work in the child welfare area and has been with Arizonans for Children since 2016. “I try to make sure we have an environment in all of our programs that is safe and nurturing and helps the kids heal,” Pahules explained. To volunteer as a mentor/tutor, or for more information, visit arizonansforchildren.org.

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Recently, WVCCC received helps build strong families and put the approval to begin animal-assisted pieces back together and keeps them therapy. “Sometimes it to takes up to together,” Davis said. WVCCC certainly helped the six meetings with a therapist for (the children) to start opening up, because of McVeys, who legally adopted Juliana on April 10 and what they’ve been also have a 2-yearthrough,” Davis biological said. “If a child is "According to the DCS, old daughter. The working with an more than 15,000 couple has kept animal and they children are waiting their foster license feel comfortable to be placed in foster open to provide and are having fun, they’re more likely homes throughout the respite care for other licensed to open up.” state. " foster families. “I Davis said the would absolutely name “West Valley fostering,” Johanna Child Crisis Center” is misleading recommend “because we serve the entire Valley said. “But honestly, even with all and don’t have a ‘center.’” The focus the preparation and everything they for WVCCC since its shelters closed provide us with, as far as training is to help place children in home and scheduling and conversations, environments with loving parents. it’s definitely an experience you have “We want to be that organization that to go through for yourself. I would

absolutely recommend it to anybody that has the willingness, the openness, the ability to do it.” Rebecca added, “It’s been the most rewarding experience of our lives. It’s humbling and scary and just amazing all in one. And you don’t know what love is until you’re faced with a position to love somebody with your whole heart, and not knowing if you’re going to lose them. But it’s so cool to know you’re providing a place.” Davis said WVCCC helped 1,300 children last year. They want to increase that number, and hope the “Rise Above” luncheon on May 2 is an impetus for growth. “We’re growing and we’re expanding our services to impact more children,” Davis said. “We can’t impact all the children we do without help from the community.” For more information, visit wvccc. org.

The organization also has programs for biological parents to try to retain or regain custody of their children. “We teach parenting skills – everything they need, from finances to child safety, to educate them on how to be a parent and get their child back,” Davis said. Among the new programs at WVCCC is a behavioral health component for trauma therapy. The modality was desperately needed given the state many children are in when WVCCC tries to place them in homes. One infant girl was delivered to a foster home with two broken legs and nothing but the shirt on her back. “All these kids are going through such traumatic experiences, and we need to do something about it,” Davis said. “So, we decided to open our behavioral health (component)… so they can start the healing process right away.”

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Avondale council to host reception with city manager finalists By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski The Avondale City Council narrowed its search for a new city manager to five finalists. Residents and stakeholders are invited to participate in the selection process, which includes a meet-and-greet reception followed by presentations by the candidates, on Wednesday, May 2. The meet and greet will be held at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. The meet and greet receptions will be held from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. and 6:35 to 7 p.m. In between, the candidates will make brief presentations. The vacancy for city manager was

created when former city manager David Fitzhugh retired February 8 following 17 years of service to the city, with four years as city manager. The position was temporarily filled by Cynthia Seelhammer, who was appointed by the City Council on February 20, while a nationwide search was conducted for a permanent candidate. The city manager acts as the CEO of the city, executing the policy goals set by the City Council, overseeing all daily operations, representing the city to other governments, and performing other executive duties as outlined in

District destroying special ed records By West Valley View staff In June, the Buckeye Union High School District will destroy all special education records on former students who discontinued special education services, withdrew, transferred or graduated from the district during, or prior to, the 2012-

2013 school year. Before the records are destroyed, parents/adult students have the right to review their records. Indicate your desire to do so before May 31 by calling the special services office at 623-386-9708.

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40 applications from individuals with leadership experience in local or county government. Five candidates were selected for the interview process, which will include a city tour, the public meet and greet, and formal interviews with the City Council. Candidate vetting included a comprehensive questionnaire, video interviews, a thorough media search, and a rigorous background investigation. At the meet and greet on Wednesday, May 2, the public will be invited to hear a short presentation from each of the candidates and personally meet them.

even entered into my mind that she was gone,” Calhoun said. “My heart It matched that found during Sendejas’ broke. It was the worst possible news.” autopsy. Calhoun remembers Sendejas as a When questioned by smart woman who loved to police, Parker said the two run, travel, hike and read. met in Old Town, but he Sendejas earned a degree in denied having sex with her, microbiology from ASU in saying she appeared too 2006, after graduating from impaired to consent. After Miami High School. meeting in Scottsdale, “She made friends Parker drove her to his quickly and with every home in Avondale, he told type of person and had police. He said she appeared a way of forging these to lose consciousness and Avondale resident Vincent deep connections with has been charged would at times gasp for air. Parker in connection with the people that left a lasting Parker drove her back to death of Loring Sendejas. impression,” Calhoun said. Scottsdale around 5 a.m. (Photo courtesy Scottsdale “I can’t tell you how Police Department) and left her on a staircase many people have reached in an alley near North Saddlebag Trail out to me since her passing to express and East Camelback Road after she how much of an impact she had on said she wanted to get out, Parker said. them, despite barely knowing her.” A white Land Rover matching the As for Parker, according to public description of Parker’s vehicle was record, he is employed at Another seen near the staircase around 5 a.m. Level Barber Shop on North 83rd February 5, just a few hours after the Avenue and West Indian School Road phone call. in Phoenix. Parker admitted to police that he However, when contacted for should have called 9-1-1 to get medical comment, an employee, who wished help for Sendejas, but he didn’t because to remain anonymous, said he knew he was afraid of getting in trouble. Parker and that Parker worked there. Upon being told his charges at his He then paused and said he didn’t initial court appearance in Scottsdale city know him. Another employee said that jail, Parker appeared visibly shocked. he didn’t know anybody by the name Sendejas’ roommate, Christina of Vincent Parker and quickly hung up. Calhoun, said she panicked when Parker’s bail eligibility hearing and her friend didn’t show up for work. status conference will be held April 25, Calhoun called the Scottsdale Police followed by a preliminary hearing on Department on February 6 to file a April 27. Parker is being held without bail missing person report. Detectives told due to probable cause of sexual assault. her what happened. “Up until that point, it had never

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The privilege game Editor: Four days after Easter, George Washington University initiated a class on “Christian privilege.” Later, they added classes on other types of perceived privileges: heterosexuality, able-bodied, socioeconomic and white. They missed one: “able-to-think-clearly” privilege. Welcome to the pernicious idiocy manifesting itself at institutions of “higher education” that parents are paying for. By identifying certain groups for their disapproval, the leftists are playing the classical Marxist game of promoting class or group hatred and envy. By demonizing and pitting perceived “privileged” groups against their “victims,” today’s leftists hope to gain power by bullying and incurring guilt to anyone who disagrees with them. Lenin effectively played this us-versus-them game by pitting the “working class” against the bourgeois or middle class. When Lenin arrived in Petrograd in 1917 to take control of the Russian revolution, a colonel stated that Lenin brought with him “class hatred.” Instead of separating people by class like Lenin, the race baiters who speak of white privilege similarly separate people – but by race (true definition of a racist). They say race matters. Martin Luther King said character matters. Who is right? What view is best for our country? Igor Shpudejko Goodyear

Teachers work part time part 2 Editor: I am sure everyone has seen a high school graduate thank all their teachers at graduation after earning a scholarship to a university. A well-dissevered source of pride for all, for sure, but for every one of those students that graduate with honors, there are many more that graduate but can barely read and write, and others that don’t graduate at all. Why shouldn’t teachers be held accountable for these other students as well? They should be, but are not. There is a double standard and a lack of teacher accountability. If a student does well, “thank a teacher.” If he doesn’t? The student is to blame. There should be a certain amount of expectation of education for every student that goes to public schools. But with only a 180-day school year, late starts, half days and

long weekends, lots of kids get left behind or fall through the cracks. Clearly our public schools are broken, and teachers as a whole offer nothing to improve them. Schools remain basically unchanged from their agricultural economy-based 19th century beginnings. Our schools should support our modern local labor supply. Instead, schools support the teachers’ part-time work schedule and maintaining the status quo, i.e. little accountability and near full-time pay for parttime work. This needs to change. I fully support the idea of public education. But there are too many things working against our public schools. The status quo needs to change. When that change does come I’ll support better teacher pay. Until then, teachers are paid fairly for their part-time jobs. School tax overrides and increases in teachers’ pay only help maintain the status quo. More time in the classroom, more accountability, and then better pay! Harry Callahan Goodyear

lution-free energy sources. Let’s celebrate the 50th observance of Earth Day at our supermarket. Scott Baummer Sun City West

In the tradition of Jonathan Swift’s ‘A Celebrating Earth Day Modest Proposal’ Editor: With the 50th observance of Earth Day on April 22, each of us can contribute by reducing our driving, use of electric energy and consumption of animals. Yes, that. Last fall, Oxford University’s prestigious Food Climate Research Network and Germany’s Heinrich Bolle Foundation concluded that solving the global warming catastrophe requires massive shift to a plantbased diet. A 2010 United Nations report blamed animal agriculture for 70 percent of global freshwater use, 38 percent of land use and 19 percent of greenhouse gas emissions. Carbon dioxide is emitted by burning forests to create animal pastures and by operating farm machinery to grow animal feed. The more damaging methane and nitrous oxide are released from digestive tracts of cattle and from animal waste cesspools, respectively. Moreover, meat and dairy production dumps more animal waste, crop debris, fertilizers, pesticides and other pollutants into our waterways than all other human activities combined. It is the driving force behind wildlife habitat destruction. In an environmentally sustainable world, meat and dairy products in our diet must be replaced by vegetables, fruits and grains, just as fossil fuels are replaced by wind, solar and other pol-

Editor: The column that I usually enjoy the most in the West Valley View is the one written by David Leibowitz. However, I must confess that his latest one entitled “#RedForEd? I think it’s #PrettyMuchDead” was very disheartening. Perhaps reality is hard to take, and the numbers don’t lie, but teachers have a way of never giving up hope. That is why we can take an abused child and see them blossom into writers, engineers, lawyers and pastors. His article made a very good point, though, to discourage any of our young people from ever wanting to become teachers in the future. So, it appears that the best solution would be for all future teachers to move to some other state and all Arizonans to stop having children. Oh, but that ends our future doesn’t it? Jan Shields Goodyear

Vote red Editor: The big money from California is pouring in to try to turn this state blue. Democrats want to start impeachment against our president, take away your tax breaks, go for the guns and keep us paying for abortions. They say they

love the Constitution and Bill of Rights. Bologna! They lie about everything. The only thing they love is power! If you are a Republican, be sure to vote or they will allow all the illegals possible into our country. We will be paying their medical, housing, food and schooling. Do you think they are more important than our teachers, veterans and folks with medical problems? Our country is getting our jobs back, businesses are coming back, more money is in your paychecks and ISIS is under control. Be sure to vote for all Republicans. Jean Levandowski Litchfield Park

Democrats use same talking points Editor: In response to Mr. Art Boyle, my limited intellectual properties give me a pass in fully comprehending your letter. I presume your intellect is far above and beyond my own. In any case, put me in Roy Azzarello’s camp. I, too, am scared to death of the progressives (liberals) and ILLEGAL immigrants and losing our guns. I am afraid of providing taxpaying people a new car and yet cannot afford one. Speaking of minimum wage, let’s guarantee everyone a minimum of twenty-five dollars ($25) an hour. Let’s be generous and “progressive.” In case you didn’t know, large corporations and/or shareholders are the ones affording jobs for their employees. You sound as though you would be happier if companies were all in financial chaos.

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Flood control, water conservation projects are critical to maintaining safe communities By Clint Hickman District 4 Board of Supervisors

flood control dams across the Valley. Dams are inspected annually to ensure they meet safety standards. The district also manages 40 miles of flood control One of the primary responsibilities of channels along major irrigation canals, your county government is managing which traditionally have been flood stormwater and protecting homes and prone, but now are much businesses from flooding. safer. To anyone living outside The district doesn’t just build and inspect. of the state, this may seem Sometimes flood control like a pretty easy job. Stop means removing or flooding in the desert? Sure, reducing risk. FCD is no problem. working to remove salt But all of us who cedar from the Gila River. have been through a big Salt cedar was introduced monsoon know that it for erosion control but, doesn’t take a lot of rain unfortunately, it ended to cause problems. We up in many washes and also get that managing a precious resource such as Clint Hickman. (Photo cour- river banks across the Maricopa County Board of Southwest. The problem is, water is of vital importance tesy Supervisors) this invasive plant grows to our future. So, I wanted and spreads quickly, and it can make to tell you about a few ways we are flooding worse along rivers. As part of going about that in the West Valley. a pilot project along State Route 85, The Flood Control District (FCD or FCD is working to remove salt cedar District) of Maricopa County recently in the Gila River and replace it with rehabilitated a dam in Buckeye that native vegetation to help reduce the could have as many as 50,000 people flooding impact on landowners. living downstream of it within the Did you know FCD is in the water next two decades. We could have conservation business, too? The district built a new one, but fixing the one we is working to reduce our potable water already had was more cost-efficient consumption and increase stormwater and now this fast-growing area near reuse. I-10 and Jackrabbit Trail is protected According to data from the Arizona for the next 100 years. All told, FCD Department of Water Resources, nearly operates and maintains 22 of these 70 percent of residential water use

Letters...continued from page 12 I, too, want our teachers to earn a decent wage, but I am also fed up with the constant ballot initiatives or “bonds” to raise funds at EVERY election. Win or lose, you can bet it will appear again with the next election. Do you ever wonder why teachers go into this low-paying field to begin with? By the way, it was our former liberal, Obama, who did away with our space program. Because of Obama, we had record high food stamp use and record high unemployment. How many negatives can you conjure up with this man and liberals? And the beat goes on with you democrats. Tony V. Mendivel Avondale

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in Arizona occurs outdoors. Designs that divert some stormwater into the landscape can reduce the amount of water needed for irrigation, and that would be a good thing for Arizona’s future. Our proactive approach has led FEMA to score us among the highest in the country for flood control. The ranking

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | APRIL 25, 2018

Now, I see obituaries as celebrations, not dirges By David Leibowitz As newspaper reader for 50 years – every day, every section – one group of stories never captured my attention. As a boy, I started reading the sports and worked backwards to the front of the paper. Then, come college, I switched and started reading from the front page. Regardless, I always skipped the obituaries. Maybe I was afraid of the names I’d find listed. Or maybe tales of dead strangers printed in small type didn’t rivet me compared to politics, scandal and box scores. Or maybe I thought that because I already knew the ending – death – obituaries were always too sad. Who needs sad stories every day? I mean, you want sad, you can read the Suns news, right? That changed this past Christmas, when my mother passed away. She died young, only 71, and among the many things that have changed in her absence is how I read the newspaper. Now, I read the printed death notices. I even click on the obituaries online and pore over stories of people I never knew, mourned by people I will never meet.

sensible spectacles, posed I get it now. beside her husband, Dr. Most obituaries are George Thompson. celebrations, not dirges. The obituary detailed They exist to say a few their 63 years of marriage, final good things about from meeting while Norma someone who, henceforth, was a nurse to the birth will exist only in memory. of four kids and enough To me, that seems like the grandchildren to populate very best reason to tell a a baseball squad. The part story. I liked best? Norma and This week, I spent a few minutes reading about Jesse David Leibowitz. (Photo George, this sweet old couple from Mesa, loved “J.D.” James. A resident courtesy Advisor Group) adventure. of Ahwatukee, he died at “They traveled to many places around 30 years old. I never knew him, but his obituary made me feel like I did. the world, including Ethiopia, Algeria, J.D. “was volunteering at the Arizona Egypt, Nepal, India, Indonesia, Bali, Animal Welfare League no-kill shelter Guam, China, and Bhutan.” My great-grandmother’s travel when he met Kroos, a beautiful German shepherd. Kroos became itinerary included visiting Shop-Rite J.D.’s roommate and soul mate. As in Queens, not the Saharan Desert or J.D. often said and truly believed, they standing in the shadow of Everest. Inevitably, reading obituaries calls rescued each other.” If you’ve ever loved a dog, you to mind the survivors: their grief, their sense of loss, and their pride for understand that relationship exactly. I also read about Norma Jean everything achieved by their loved Thompson, who died at 92 this past ones. It’s the expression of pride I find Easter. Her photograph showed a white-haired great grandmother with inspiring in these small tales, like the

story of Paula Schoeller, a Gilbert woman who died on Valentine’s Day at age 74. “She provided us a loving, safe and happy home,” Paula’s family recalled, “while without complaint driving us to Brownies, Girl Scouts, sports, the swimming pool at Kino Jr. High, movies, summer classes etc. … Of all her accomplishments, her greatest achievements have been in the lives of her family and friends. She taught us love, honesty, patience, strength and endurance. She taught us the importance of family, character, integrity, morals, faithfulness and hard work.” Mixed in among the bad news each day brings, it’s comforting to read about beloved pets and foreign adventures, all those carpools to all those Scout meetings and moms who never stop loving you. I used to think obituaries were about loss. I was wrong. They’re about all we gain from the dead having lived. – David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com.

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | APRIL 25, 2018

School walkouts spur interest in politics, divison By Seth Filo and Ryan Carr Estrella Foothills High School students In the quiet mountain community of Estrella, routine tends to dominate the lives of students, but on April 20, the anniversary of the Columbine shooting, students from around the country decided to stage a walkout in protest to a rising trend of gun violence, and Estrella Foothills High School was no different. The day began in a similar way to most, but as the second period passed, the lackadaisical walks to class became marches to the football field, and the quiet murmur of conversing students became audible chatter and debate on the issues surrounding gun control. Many students filed into the bleachers, intent on a silent day of listening to their fellow classmates speak upon the issues plaguing society. This silence was quickly disrupted, as an organized march of counterprotestors, wielding a variety of flags, marched onto the field with haste, positioning themselves directly across from the anti-gun violence protestors and ensuring their presence was known. What followed was several minutes of speeches made inaudible by the chanting of the counter-protestors and words exchanged between the two groups. What was intended to be a show of student solidarity had quickly become a representation of division, with a much smaller but notably louder group of counter-protestors taking control of the event and the narrative. The walkout organizer, Ashton Moses and counter-protest leader Bradley Adams had different rhetoric. Moses set up the protest to “bring awareness to the fact that guns are easily obtainable and to honor the victims of gun violence,” yet the walkout’s effectiveness was blurred; between speeches being overpowered by chants and moments of silence that were closer to moments of calamity, the event had a rival. Adams organized the counterprotest due to his belief that school shootings are “a people issue not a gun issue.” Many of the counterprotestors said they felt slighted by their lack of platform and time with

the microphone, so instead sought to create their own speaking time with chants and shouted speeches. As the event ended, a debate waged on, with the chant “Cold dead hands” echoing throughout the stadium to where the walkout students would have to pry their guns from. The question was posed: Was the event constructive or destructive for the student body of Estrella Foothills High School? The results were mixed, as many walkout students felt that the chants and overall attitude of the counter-protesters fostered a culture of polarization as opposed to an event of understanding. When asked what the event taught the students, senior Rebecca Anderson replied, “It showed that no one is willing to listen to each other, the event was destructive, as it has shown the true division of our school and became something it wasn’t supposed to.” Many of the members of the original protest agreed that the event devolved into an unintended and unwanted debate, but counterprotestors felt different, with most citing the event as constructive and allowing students to see both sides of a controversial issue. Despite the differing opinions, both parties unanimously agreed that it is positive to see students becoming informed and getting involved in the political issues that affect them. When asked, school administration agreed that while the event had its flaws, there were positives. Vice Principal Nick Gonzalez put the differing perspectives in a light that should encourage students to explore the other side when he said, “Everyone wants (school safety), but everyone is confused about what the other side actually wants.” Although the event could not be seen as a shining example of student unity, it did provide the opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the world of politics and hear the message of both sides. Some may call the event a platform for understanding while others may call it a demonstration of division, but everyone agreed it was one thing: progress.

Along with others around the country, the students of Estrella Foothills High School staged a walkout on April 20, the anniversary of the Columbine shooting. (Photo courtesy Seth Filo and Ryan Carr)

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Business Briefcase

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | APRIL 25, 2018

By Connor Dziawura

Hello, everyone. Thank you, again, for sticking around weekly. I appreciate the feedback as well as inquiries I receive. The West Valley business community is aplenty with developments, updates and other news, so it’s always great to discover new happenings. This week, I have a strong roundup of updates. I’m sure you’ve read my reports on Planet Fitness and Goodwill openings coming to Goodyear; this time, I have additional news on those locations, so stick around for the details. But beyond those items, I will touch upon a major acquisition that recently occurred in Avondale and address several ways veterans are receiving support from the West Valley – or even the whole Valley. Here’s the news! A few weeks back, I mentioned a Planet Fitness opening in Goodyear. Well, I can now inform you that the new location is officially open. It opened Monday, April 16. And now that it’s open for business,

the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce will welcome the new gym as a member with a ribbon-cutting ceremony from noon to 12:30 p.m. Friday, May 4. Located at 515 S. Cotton Lane, the new 17,000-square-foot Planet Fitness will be open 24/7. For the remainder of the month, Planet Fitness’s Goodyear location is offering memberships at $1 down and $10 per month. Planet Fitness brands itself a “Judgment-Free Zone,” and this location’s amenities include – but are not limited to – cardio machines, strength equipment, locker rooms and tanning beds. For more information on the new Planet Fitness, call 623-900-2005 or visit planetfitness.com/gyms/goodyear-az. For more information on the ribbon-cutting ceremony, contact 623932-2260 or info@southwestvalleychamber.org. Moving along, late last month, Virtua Partners acquired a 22-acre

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BUSINESS

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | APRIL 25, 2018

Cielo by Pinnacle West Homes opens at Estrella By Sherry Jackson A new neighborhood and a new builder makes its debut in the 20,000acre master-planned community of Estrella in Goodyear. Cielo, by Pinnacle West Homes, broke ground in January and recently opened with 44 available homesites, with an additional 92 under construction. Homes will begin in the $200,000s featuring single-story and two-story floorplans ranging from 1,680 to 3,400 square feet. “Pinnacle West Homes brings fresh, affordable and quality home options to our mixed-use, master-planned community,” said Bill Olson, senior vice president and division manager at Newland Communities, Estrella’s managing developer. “Newland Communities is also proud to support local businesses and our partnership with the Arizona-based home builder signals this core value.” With the addition of Pinnacle West Homes, Estrella has 11 active home builders with more on the way. Cielo, which means heaven in Spanish, will be Pinnacle West Homes seventh neighborhood in Arizona. “Estrella has become a preferred place to live for many homebuyers,” said Robert Stapley, vice president, project planning and director of sales with Pinnacle West Homes. “In our floorplans, we have a lot of flexibility on what we can build. We offer three and four garages on some plans and our level of standard features includes up to $19,000 in free upgrades with every home. Soft-close doors and drawers are standard on our cabinets, as is dovetail flooring and five-inch baseboards.” Homebuyers are flocking to Estrella. It’s one of the fastest-growing commu-

nities in the Valley and that makes attracting builders easy. “Estrella attracts a wide variety of residents, from first-time homebuyers to multigenerational families and empty-nesters, offering builders a wide cross-section of prospective buyers,” Olson said. “With the rapid expansion of the city of Goodyear and relatively short distance to Phoenix, home builders are capitalizing on the health and success of Arizona, and West Valley growth. We’re seeing tremendous growth in year-over-year home sales and many of our builders are nearing sell out and are looking for additional parcels, so they can create new neighborhoods.” Estrella offers a variety of home options and resort-style living with more than 500 acres of parks and open space including 72 acres of lakes for boating and fishing. Residents enjoy clubs, hiking trails, basketball, volleyball, pickleball and

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Pills May Replace Diapers And Padded Underwear At Stores Clinical studies show new pill may be effective enough to replace adult diapers for bladder control; initial users show dramatic reduction in trips to the bathroom, embarrassing leaking, and nighttime urgency. Robert Ward, Associated Health Press AHP− Adult diaper sales are expected to plummet as results from a clinical trial on a new, patented bladder control pill have finally been released. Sold under the brand name UriVarx™, the new pill contains key ingredients that keeps the bladder from releasing voluntarily, which reduces accidents and frequent bathroom trips. Perhaps more impressive, it also targets the tiny muscles around the bladder, which helps the bladder to create a tighter seal. This would explain why the average UriVarx™ user in clinical trials experiences a 66% reduction in urinary incontinence symptoms, such as day and night leaking and sudden urges to urinate.

NEW DISCOVERY IN BLADDER CONTROL Until now, doctors believed it was impossible to strengthen the muscles that control the bladder. They are amazed to see that it can now be done with the nonprescription UriVarx™ pill. “As you get older, and the involuntary muscles around your bladder weaken, you lose urinary control. With your bladder wall unable to properly seal, you constantly leak and feel pressure to urinate” explains Dr. Bassam Damaj of Innovus Pharmaceuticals. “UriVarx™ targets the bladder muscles and help restores vital kidney health, reducing urgency and frequency. It also helps you “hold it” for hours so you never have to worry about embarrassing accidents ever again!”

FREEDOM FROM SUDDEN URGES AND LEAKS Since hitting the market, sales for the patented UriVarx™ pill have soared and there are some very good reasons why. To begin with, the double blind large clinical studies published in the clinicaltrials.gov have been impressive. Participants taking UriVarx™ saw a stunning reduction in urinary frequency, which resulted in fewer bathroom trips both day and night.

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SPORTS

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | APRIL 25, 2018

Verrado lefty is the ‘King’ of the hill By Griffin Fabits

Rocky King is cool, calm and collected. He’s soft-spoken and often reserved on and off the baseball field. Those characteristics have smoothly translated to the mound, where the Verrado left-hander has thrown 22.2 consecutive scoreless innings for the 20-4 Vipers, as of April 19. Despite the momentous streak – one in which he said he didn’t even realize until it reached 18 innings – the junior has yet to receive a collegiate offer. The lack of attention he’s received from scouts is surprising considering he’s improving his stock as a crafty southpaw every time he takes the mound. “I’m just doing my thing. This has been the best year of my high school career. I’m like, ‘Wow, this is my year. I’m totally locked in,’” he said. King has looked dominant in 31 innings this spring, surrendering just six earned runs while striking out 35. He said his arsenal of four pitches – a fastball, curveball, slider and changeup

– was something he worked on in recent seasons, aiming to throw each pitch with more confidence. He’s been able to do that more efficiently this year, already surpassing last season’s strikeout total in which he finished with 32 strikeouts in 23 IP as a sophomore. King realized this year that he felt different – in the zone, per se – in just his third outing this spring when he nohit the Sierra Linda Bulldogs in a 10-0 win on March 20. That start snowballed into his hot streak, which will serve the Vipers nicely as they gear up for another appearance in the state tournament. “I’ve got great guys behind me when I take the mound,” he said. “I trust our guys, and they always have my back.” King is a part of Verrado’s threeheaded monster of a starting rotation featuring seniors Kyle Wellman and Breckyn Montano. The three have combined to pitch 98.2 innings this season for Verrado,

holding opponents to a mere .227 batting average. Though King doesn’t have postseason experience, his senior staff-mates do. He said the nerves will all be the same, but if his number is called in a play-off game, he’s up for the challenge. “Never once in my life have I thrown a playoff game, but I want the ball. I’ll still be nervous, but I want the ball.” King has proven to be a strike thrower; a consistent arm on any given night of the week that almost ensures a win for the Vipers. And while his junior year may go down as one of Though Verrado junior Rocky King has thrown 22.2 his best, it certainly isn’t consecutive scorless innings for the Vipers, as of April 19, he has yet to receive a collegiate offer. (West Valley View photo outlandish to think he’s only by Melissa Fossum) getting started. started, ‘This is my year. This will be “I feel good. This year, I said to myself before the season the best year of my life.’”

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Former NFLer Perkins has dream job at Tolleson By Griffin Fabits

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was discovered.” After not playing high school football his freshman year, Perkins committed to the University of Virginia, much to the delight of his parents, who lived an hour off campus. After a four-year career with the Cavaliers, Perkins signed with the Cowboys. He shared a locker room with guys he worshipped, like Hall of Famers Randy White and Tony Dorsett. Through his NFL career, he was derailed by knee injuries. But Perkins is content with the opportunities football presented him. Now at Tolleson, he aims to “build.” He wants to contribute to Tolleson’s 90-year history with an emphasis on “exposing the community to some different things.” He gushed about last year’s boys’ soccer team, who made it to the state championship game. “We packed Campo Verde High School (in Gilbert). I took six buses to the game and the community came out even more so. We filled up the whole side of the bleachers for that game.” He describes the game and his NFL debut with the same excitement. He finished his NFL career with three sacks against the New York Jets as legendary broadcasters Pat Summerall and John Madden were in the booth. Those were the moments he dreamed about in his backyard as a kid, he said. That passion and drive from the football field has carried over to his daily routine at Tolleson, and he couldn’t be happier.

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

12th Annual Student Art Exhibit

The West Valley View publishes on Wednesdays. 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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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.

a monthly book club for children ages 9-12 and their parents. Come down to the library from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. to read a great book, discuss and enjoy snacks and activities. Books will be provided for registered families. For information, call 602-652-3456.

Thematic Book Club

The Litchfield Park Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard holds monthly book club meetings at 1 p.m. that focus on a new theme each month. This month focuses on comedic books. For information or help finding a book for the meeting, call 602-652-3457.

POUND at Fitness in the Park

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

Family Book Club

Litchfield Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard holds

Paws for Reading

Preschoolers and school-age children can visit Litchfield Park Branch Library with a parent to practice reading with a registered therapy dog. The Paws for Reading program starts at 4 p.m. at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Needle & Thread

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

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

Friday

Tynker Code Club (Ages 6-8)

violinist Jonathan Levingston. Tickets are $45. For information, email the Desert Pearls of the West Valley Interest Group at desertpearlsofthewestvalley@gmail.com.

Drug Disposal Event

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

Bingo for Books

Have a fun afternoon of Bingo for Books from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

The Art of Machine Learning

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

Latin Dance Aerobics

Strengthen cardio fitness from 9 to 10 a.m. with a free dance class provided by the Dr. Saide Rec Center at 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Bring a brown bag lunch and learn about the artistic side of computer machine learning from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Gangplank Avondale, 525 N. Central Avenue. For information, call 623-252-4181.

Thursday

CrossFit Fury at Fitness in the Park

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

Baby Time

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 1 p.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Quilters

Spend time with friends making quilts for people in need from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m at Skyway Church, 14900 W. Van Buren Street, Goodyear. For more information, call 623-935-4858.

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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 Avenue, Litchfield Park. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.

Area Agency on Agency invites those suffering from chronic diseases such as diabetes, arthritis and COPD to a free workshop from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-391-5781.

Southwest Valley HOA Academy

Learn more about homeowner’s associations from 8 a.m. to noon at the Buckeye Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Unsung Desert Gems Brunch

Enjoy a brunch that celebrates Arizonans who have contributed to the success of present and future generations from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Estrella Mountain Community College, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. The brunch will feature entertainment by award-winning

Babies & 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.

EON Business Meet-up

Meet fellow businessmen and entrepreneurs to share ideas, ask questions and receive advice at 6 p.m. at the Buckeye Library Coyote Branch, 21699 W. Yuma Road. For information, call 623-349-6354.

St. Peter’s RePete Boutique

Family Storytime (Ages 2-6)

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Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Avondale Public Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767.

Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop

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.

The Buckeye Downtown Library invites kids age 8-12 to come to 310 N. Sixth Street at 5 p.m. to learn how to create video games and websites. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Cody’s Pack

Children can register to read with a special library dog from Cody’s Pack to practice literacy skills from 10 to 11:45 a.m. at the Buckeye Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road. For information, call 623-349-6309.

Sunday

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites grandparents and their grandchildren to a free activity with crafts, snacks, stories and music from 10:15 to 11 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Join other families for simple stories and plots that help develop literacy for children at 11:15 a.m. in the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.

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.

The Avondale Police Department and Drug Enforcement Administration invite people to properly dispose of all pills, capsules and tablets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at CVS Pharmacy, 280 N. Avondale Boulevard, Avondale. The service is free and anonymous. For information, call 623-333-7217.

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Children’s Community Choir

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

The Littleton Elementary School District will display students’ artwork through May 2 and will hold a special reception for the artists from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

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Contemplative Prayer & Meditation

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.

Monday

Hope

Stop by Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Classroom C at 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, for the Hope support group from 5:30 to

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

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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.

Quilters Anonymous

Quilters Anonymous is calling all quilters to meet and work with fellow crafters at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Bingo Hall, 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear. For information, call 602-418-3746.

Tech Help

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

Sewing for Babies

Bring a sewing machine and equipment to join the volunteer

Tolleson Community Interfaith Group in creating premature hospital clothing, burial layettes, quilts and more from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 701 N. 95th Avenue, Tolleson. For information, call 623-936-3412.

Otaku Anime & Manga Club (Ages 10-16)

meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at the Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-391-5781.

Watch, draw, discuss and read manga with friends from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, email Kristine at kalbinda@gmail. com.

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.

Wednesday

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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Verrado Visionaries

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

Lunch & Bunco

Come down to the Goodyear Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch, Bunco and prizes. The cost is $15. Registration is required. For information, call 623-882-7525.

Join Ms. Maria and Ms. Gabby for exercise for parents and their children from 10 to 10:45 a.m at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. For information, call 602652-3000.

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Mavericks tee up to Macayo’s rolls out new raise funds for charity happy hour offerings By West Valley View staff

By West Valley View staff The fifth annual West Valley Mavericks Foundation charity golf tournament and dinner celebration tees off Friday, May 4, at the Wigwam Golf Resort in Litchfield Park. This year’s event is special, in that both organizations are celebrating milestones. “It’s always great to celebrate a milestone in any event,” said 2018 golf chairman Michael “Jiggs” Grjegian. “The fact that the West Valley Mavericks were fortified at the Wigwam and now here we are five years later both celebrating a milestone together (Wigwam 100th) is truly magnificent.” The Maverick Golf Tournament has become one of the West Valley’s top tourneys, spanning from one golf course at the Wigwam Resort to a complete takeover of the facilities on event day and all three of their awardwinning golf courses. To register, visit westvalleymavericksfoundation.org/golf. The tourney provides an elite experience from the get-go. Participants receive tournament bags with gifts and lunch. While on the course, players enjoy an all-inclusive championship golf lifestyle. They have the chance to win one of three custom golf carts, and one of three new Mercedes Benz for hole-in-one prizes on each of the three courses. There are also prizes on every par 3 and par 5, and a complimentary cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres provided by the Wigwam. “The most gratifying part of the event is the dinner celebration,” Grjegian said.

“This is the moment that you look around with a smile and see all our supporters with a lavish dinner provided by the Wigwam, catching up from their day and watching the run of show. It’s during this moment that we as a foundation get to share with them how their support over the year has impacted so many different organizations in the community, in so many different ways you could never imagine.” This year the West Valley Mavericks Foundation granted more than $330,000 to 51 West Valley charities from proceeds by hosting the following event like The Maverick Golf Tournament, The Roundup on October 6, The Patriot All American NCAA Tournament, December 2018, and The Shindig February/March 2019. The West Valley Mavericks Foundation was born of the imagination and vision of a group of community leaders late in 2012. The West Valley Mavericks is led by gentlemen who believe the West Valley is an incredible place to live, work and play. The Mavericks’ charter is to advance charity, culture, community and commerce in the West Valley. The group’s membership hails from a diverse set of trades and professions and includes men from all manner of backgrounds and philosophies. The West Valley Mavericks Foundation is a nonprofit. Its mission is to assist children and families, help people in need, and improve the quality of life in the West Valley.

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Rotary Club’s first charity golf tourney a success By West Valley View staff The Rotary Club of Goodyear PebbleCreek recently hosted its first charity golf tournament with 112 golfers participating in the 18-hole event at the Tuscany Falls Golf Club in PebbleCreek. Proceeds from the tournament went to the nonprofit Goodyear PebbleCreek Rotary Foundation and will enable the club to pursue community service projects and scholarships that enrich local lives and enable local opportunity. “We are very pleased about the success of the tournament – our first

event,” said Joan Smith, club president. “We are grateful for the support from our Goodyear PebbleCreek neighbors and friends who participated and contributed to the event.” Additionally, 51 tee and green hole sponsors contributed to the financial success of the event. This support demonstrates the generosity of local businesses that care about West Valley families and their needs. Also, 300 raffle tickets were sold for a “ball drop” event orchestrated by the Goodyear Fire Department

from a ladder truck. The lucky winner walked away with $3,000 cash. At the luncheon, a variety of prizes including gift certificates, wine and golf equipment were raffled to the tournament participants. “We are already excited and beginning to plan for the March 16, 2019, second annual charity golf tournament,” Smith said. “We hope to recruit even more players and expand our raffle gifts and prizes to make a greater difference in our community in 2019.” The Rotary Club of Goodyear Pebble

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Derby event benefits Homeless Youth Connection By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Homeless Youth Connection (HYC) is hosting its fourth annual Racing for Home event from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 5, at The Wigwam. This year, the event is in a new venue, which will feature indoor and outdoor entertainment.

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | APRIL 25, 2018

Get an Indian fix at Avondale’s Masala Mix By Julio Lugo

When Avondale resident Ruby Dey wanted products from her home country of India, she had to drive 35 miles to 17th Avenue and Union Hills. The drive frustrated Dey, so she decided to do something about it. She opened Avondale’s Masala Mix India, a grocery store that features spices and foods, hair products and Indian-style clothing. Dey stressed most of the products she sells are herbal. “I thought, ‘Let me give my neighbors the convenience of buying groceries in the West Valley by filling a void,’” Dey added. Dey emphasized she tries to keep a variety of international foods in stock to cater to different communities, not just Indian. “We listen to what people want, and if they need something we try to get it for them,” she added. Dey has seen her business grow slowly, as she sees new faces in the store daily. Dey’s husband, Rajeev Mitra, supports her dreams. He said Masala Mix is unique to the West Valley. “In the West Valley, we don’t have a store like this, for maybe 15 square miles,” he said. “Everybody comes especially for spices because you cannot find these spices anywhere.” Simmer sauces are popular, too. Mitra emphasized the store likes to keep things healthy. Masala Mix does offer frozen meat, but most of the frozen foods are vegetarian and a small percentage are vegan. Dey is proud of the shop’s cleanliness and organization. She tags her items so her customers don’t have to search for anything. “I really feel honored that I’m

Above, Masala Mix India carries a diverse selection of goods. Left, Masala Mix’s incense holders were hand-carried from India. (West Valley View photos by Melissa Fossum)

Ruby Dey owns Masala Mix India in Avondale. (West Valley View photo by Melissa Fossum)

providing comfort,” she said. “People don’t just come here for prices or products. They come here to browse through and find something easily.” Dey said she has been embraced by fellow Indians. “There are a lot of people who grab their cameras on their phones and show the store to people back home,” she said. “They could not believe that Indians here have so much available to them.” Masala Mix Indian 13048 W. Rancho Santa Fe Boulevard Suite 118 Avondale 602-603-0304 masalamixindia.com

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Whoopee Daze Parade The city of Tolleson held its annual Whoopee Daze Festival at Veterans Park from April 20 to 22. In the theme of “A Tradition of Excellence,” the recurring event brought a plethora of activities to the city for the whole family to enjoy. A highlight was the April 21 parade, which featured horses, a marching band, the Sun City Poms, the Arizona Saddle Club and more. 1. The Tolleson Elementary School District marching band performed; 2. This Tolleson family – Sheena Felix; Jaedaliene Hernandez, 7; Danica Hernandez, 4; and Demitrius Hernandez, 10 – enjoyed the parade; 3. Karl Hubbard and Jolene Aasen of Buckeye enjoyed the festivities; 4. The Avila family of Tolleson includes Henry; Michelle; Aubrey, 1; Alonzo, 7; and Alana, 10; 5. These caballeros showed pride for Arizona and Mexico; 6. Sun City Poms performed; 7. The Arizona Saddle Club participated in the parade.

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Millennium student named Flinn Scholar By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Millennium High School senior Natasha Loving is gearing up to attend University of Arizona, travel to China after her freshman year, and receive mentoring from top faculty all thanks to the Flinn Scholar program. Loving is one of 22 Arizona seniors who was awarded a Flinn scholarship. The highly competitive merit-based award, with a value of more than $120,000, covers the cost of tuition and room and board, and provides funding for at least two study-abroad experiences, an off-campus internship, and other benefits. The typical Flinn Scholar achieves at least a 3.5 grade-point average, a top 5 percent class rank, and a score of 1360 on the SAT or 29 on the ACT, and demonstrates exceptional leadership in extracurricular activities. “I’m grateful to get this opportunity to work with Flinn,” Loving said. “I think I really owe a lot of what I’ve done to my educators who have really helped me.” She cites teachers Monique Winfield and Rob Schlosser as influences. During her time at UA, Loving is planning to study ecology and evolutionary biology, with a minor in English. “I’m not 100-percent sure what I want to do yet,” she said. “Ecology and evolutionary biology are areas that interest me. I really do love English. It’s one of my favorite subjects.” Loving called the application process rigorous. She interviewed several times and mingled with other Flinn finalists. “I met with some of the most charismatic, intelligent and amazing young people,” Loving said. “Part of me thought I wasn’t going to make it because these were some of the most incredible students I had ever met. “In March, that’s when the really scary interviews took place. After the second interviews, they took the finals from 40 to 20 students. It’s a little nerve wracking to speak in front of all these accomplished people.” But she was chosen and, in turn, made her parents proud. “My dad (Kirk) is a big education guy,” said Loving, who has two sisters, including her twin. “They’re very

Flinn Scholar Natasha Loving, who attend Millennium High School, enjoys theater and comic books. (Photo courtesy Flinn Scholars Program)

happy with what’s happened. They’re very proud.” Her mom, Santana, can vouch for that. “We’re very proud,” she said. “She’s a mover and shaker, and we didn’t do much to inspire her. She’s been like this since she was a baby. She would always tell people right from wrong. She’s not a follower. She’s a leader. She steps up and takes charge.” Besides studying, Loving plays badminton and participates in theater. “Theater is something I really enjoy doing,” she said. “I do a lot of work at the Goodyear library. I plan and organize events to get teens and kids to go to the library. “I’m also a big pop culture geek. I go to Comicon every single year. I like reading books, especially comic books.” The Flinn Scholars Program has been supported by the Phoenix-based Flinn Foundation and the universities for more than three decades. The scholars represent 19 high schools – a mix of traditional district schools, charter schools and a private school. The 2018 Flinn Scholars were chosen from a record-high 881 applications, an award rate of 2.5 percent. As is the case each year, many of the newest Flinn Scholars declined offers of admission from the nation’s most prestigious private and public universities to remain in Arizona. “These scholars represent the best

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Tolleson Girl Scout wins Gold Award By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Caitlyn Lopez is obsessed with animals – and it’s paid off. The senior at Avondale’s La Joya Community High School received her Girl Scout Gold Award for “It’s Hip to Snip,” a project designed to educate the community on the importance of spaying/neutering their pets. The aspiring journalist from Tolleson wanted to help those in financial need to spay/neuter their pets. Lopez distributed fliers through the community and hosted informational sessions on the health benefits of spaying and neutering and how to obtain financial assistance for this. She also held a blanket drive for adopted cats. The project took more than 90 hours. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest honor a Girl Scout can receive, and is the equivalent to becoming an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts. To earn the Gold Award, a Girl Girl Scout Caitlyn Lopez poses in her Brownie jacket. Scout must create a project (West Valley View photo by Melissa Fossum) that continues to give back to Lopez said. “I like more of the camping the community long after she moves on, and often take as long as 18 and outdoor stuff. I love working with the younger girls and helping them do to 24 months to complete. “It’s Hip to Snip” was the perfect different things. The community service project for Lopez. She and her family part of it is awesome.” Austin admires her daughter for the are such avid pet lovers that they foster work she has put into Girl Scouts. kittens in Lopez’s room. “She has been scouting for 12 “My mom is my Girl Scout leader,” Lopez said about Jennifer Austin. “We years,” she said. “As girls get older talked to Animal Care and Control. sometimes they want to drop out of She trained to be a sponsor parent for Girl Scouts. Her goal has always been any kittens that are taken in. Every the Gold Award. I’ve explained to her now and then we have foster kittens in and all the other girls in the troop the my room because there’s no place else importance of the Gold Award, which is comparable to the Eagle Award. It to put them. “I admit I cry every single time they looks good on resumes and on college leave. I say, ‘Mom, I want to keep this applications.” one.’” She quickly returned to the topic of THEY’RE GOLDEN Girl Scouts. She enjoys having her mother as her Scout leader, and wants Please see the May 2 and May 9 copies of the West Valley View for to continue working with the group stories about other Girl Scouts through college. in the area who have won Gold “I like how the Girl Scouts get girls Awards. to do things out of their comfort zone,”

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Avondale teens chosen for space camp By Allison Neri

Avondale resident and North High School student Rosario Peralta, 18, jetted off to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Alabama for a weeklong educational excursion. Peralta and her brother, Roberto, were awarded the scholarship via The Leadership Challenge Academy, a program offered to children of full-time Honeywell employees. The partnership with USSRC has allowed them to send 325 high school students worldwide to the renowned space camp. The Alabama space camp was miles away from home for the Peralta siblings, but they had each other. “It was kind of weird,” said Rosario. “Usually when I go to camp, I will know everybody who goes with me, but at this camp, I only knew one person and that was my brother.” The program has a diverse group of students who they feel best represents what it means to be an ambitious young adult. “I learned about so many cultures,” Peralta said. “There were over 35

countries represented at the camp, so everyone you sat next to would speak a different language, and it was really cool to learn about our cultural differences.” Peralta plans to attend the University of Arizona in the fall. She plans to study veterinary science. “I have always had a passion for animals and I volunteer at animal shelters a lot,” Peralta said. While Peralta plans to work in the veterinary field, the academy piqued her interest in the military side of STEM. “There was an aviation challenge where we were a part of a special ops team of fighter pilots and we had to destroy bases and that piqued my interest in armed forces,” Peralta said. “What I would like to do is to become a veterinarian in the Army. That is how I am taking my two interests and meshing them.” With a schedule filled with guest speakers and leadership activities, Peralta’s favorite challenge was the space

Avondale teen Rosario Peralta said she would participate in U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Alabama camp again in a heartbeat. (Photo courtesy U.S. Space and Rocket Center)

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Buckeye Youth Council wins second place at DemocraSeed By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski The Buckeye Youth Council took second place at the DemocraSeed Final Showcase with its social media campaign for teacher appreciation – #ilovemyteacherchallenge and specifically #ilovemybuckeyeteacher. The Youth Council chose this topic because it felt teacher pay and retention is one of the biggest challenges facing the state, including Buckeye. The campaign challenges the community to do something nice for a teacher, such as writing a thank-you note or presenting them with a small appreciation gift. Then post a photo or video of their teacher to social media using the hashtags created for the campaign. DemocraSeed is a program through ASU’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation team that seeks to increase interest in civic engagement, creative problem-solving and entrepreneurship with high school students. ASU assigned the council a mentor who worked with them over the past few months. Together, they focused on

utilizing design thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset to develop innovative programs that aim to increase civic engagement in their respective communities across Arizona. The Buckeye Youth Council received its award on April 4 at a luncheon while at the State Capitol. The students also met with various state representatives to discuss a few of the challenges facing our state. Teacher Appreciation Week is May 7 to May 11, and the Buckeye Youth Council is encouraging students to participate in the social media campaign. To learn more about the Buckeye Youth Council, visit buckeyeaz.gov/ government/buckeye-youthcouncil.

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By Nicole Hehl from Verrado Middle School assess the health of the preserve. “It helps the older students develop confidence in teaching and presentation skills,” explained Sandra Hurlbut, community coordinator for the Aqua STEM Program. “And it gives the younger students a mentor who’s closer to them in age – a person who they may be able to relate to a bit better.” Andrea Santizo, a student in Watkins’ AP class, found the excursions Verrado students took a field trip to the eye opening and said, “It’s Hassayampa River as part of Project WET on March 23. (Photo courtesy Verrado High School) shown me how making small changes can reduce with ASU’s School of the damage we are making Sustainability. The ASU on our environment.” School’s AP student Sofia Aguilar said the Sustainability program transforms the field trips have been great experiences. high school classroom “The names and terms on textbooks did not truly become a reality until I into a college lecture hall came face to face with hundreds of through monthly ASU instructor-led courses in actual cows,” she said. Also new this year is a partnership which students earn three college credits. “That’s something super cool that nobody else in the West Valley does Sandra Hurlbut, community coordinator for the Aqua BROUGHT TO YOU BY: and it really sets us apart STEM Program, teaches students how to use the tools not only as a school but before the trip to the Hassayampa River. (Photo courtesy Verrado High School) with our commitment to sustainability,” Watkins “There are some really, really cool explained. ones,” praised Watkins of his students’ ASU instructor Colin Tetreault, projects, which include biodegradable who teaches the course at Verrado water bottles, plastic water bottles High School, calls the program “a repurposed into a greenhouse, a 5-gallon groundbreaking opportunity for water jug biosphere demonstrating students to take college courses, gain the effects of global warming, and advanced knowledge, and be better biodegradable flower-seed pots being prepared for college and beyond.” sold to benefit the restoration of a local Watkins said students get really ecosystem. excited about the topics and are eager As for what he hopes students to keep the environmental conversation get out of the course, Watkins going through outreach. They aim to said, “I would love for students to educate their peers through the school’s be more conscientious about their recycling club and the community sustainability: what they’re doing, through the school’s One World, One how they’re affecting the ecosystem, Verrado Night which took place April animals, water cycles, and other 24. The event was an opportunity for people.” And he hopes they think students schoolwide to share their about what they can do to be advocates research projects on a variety of topics. for the environment.

At Buckeye’s Verrado High School, students in the Advanced Placement Environmental Science class are learning about environmental dilemmas and creating insightful solutions. Newly formatted classes combine college lectures, real-world engagement through field trips, and the opportunity to enact ideas to solve environmental problems. Verrado teacher Brandon Watkins explained he takes education further than the classroom to expose students to real experiences. It’s part of the school’s focus on problem-based learning, which introduces students to existing problems to encourage them to produce items with true impact. “I’m really an advocate for getting students out into the environment,” said Watkins, the school’s AP environmental science and biology teacher. This year, students explored organic farming versus conventional farming, toured a dairy farm, and learned about conservation efforts at Wildlife World Zoo. They also visited Hassayampa River Preserve in partnership with the Aqua STEM Program, a part of The University of Arizona’s Arizona Project WET, where they served as mentor scientists helping students

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Tartesso teams advance to Odyssey of the Mind World Finals By Connor Dziawura At Tartesso Elementary School in Buckeye, a group of students is perfecting its creative thinking and teamwork abilities through its involvement in a unique program. These 20 students compete in Odyssey of the Mind. The school’s three teams recently competed at the regional and state championships, and two will advance to the 39th Odyssey of the Mind World Finals at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, from May 23 through May 26. Odyssey of the Mind has four divisions: Division I, nicknamed the “Littles” at Tartesso Elementary, consists of students from grades one through five; Division II includes students grades six through eight; Division III is high school; and Division IV is collegiate and military. It is Tartesso Elementary’s two Division II teams that are moving on. “We had three teams total,” coach Jana Weston said. “All three of our teams advanced from the regional competition to the state competition, and then at the state competition my ‘little’ team just missed advancing on, but our other two teams did advance on to the world (finals).” Odyssey of the Mind’s core is based around problem solving. It features long-term problems that the students spend the year working toward and spontaneous problems, which are given and solved on the spot. The kids do “pretty much everything” themselves, according to coach Nikki Hill. “The kids have to come up with a script; they have to make their own set; they have to make up their own problems; they have to do their own stage direction; they have to come up with everything that includes all these specifications,” Hill explained. Teams can have up to seven members, but if someone quits, no one replaces him or her. That is why one of the teams advancing to the World Finals only has six students. “That’s what makes it a challenge,” seventh grader Benjamin Doerksen said. “I love the challenge because it’s only your seven people. They say no adults, so no adults are allowed to help you whatsoever, and then people are like, ‘Wow, that’s hard,’ but when you really think about it, it’s not just no adults; it’s no students except for those seven kids, so that’s why if someone quits, another one can’t come on, because then that would be cheating.”

Hill added, “That’s why it’s kind of good that it’s a team thing, too, because we have to choose responsible kids that are committed to us as much as we’re committed to them.” Benjamin is one of two Tartesso Elementary students who have been with the program since the school became involved five years ago. His mother, Tammy, is head coach and a second-grade teacher. Though the first year wasn’t perfect, according to Benjamin, he stuck with it. The school has improved each year. “I just felt amazing because we were able to work with a team, and it was just fun that year,” he said. “So, I decided to come back and it got a little bit better; and then every year it got a little bit better.” For the students, the chance to win the world finals in May isn’t just about prizes, though. “You get a trophy and stuff like that, but overall, I feel like it’s just the overall accomplishment in your mind, like ‘Oh, I’ve gone this far and I did all this with no people besides my team,’” eighth grader Lex Pu’e explained. “In Odyssey, there’s only the kids. Only they do teamwork, they make all of the sets, they build everything, they build their costumes, and adults can’t help whatsoever. They can’t even give advice. So, it’s just the overall accomplishment saying, ‘I did this, and I can do more.’” It won’t be easy, though. Around 850 teams from all over the world are flocking to Iowa for a chance at the title. The big challenge, however, is the trip’s $20,000 cost. The school is raising money through business partnerships, parents, friends, families, fundraisers and GoFundMe. “The challenge is now to get there,” Tammy explained. “We’re a small, rural, Title I school like everybody on the west, way out here, so that’s the challenge.” The students and teachers are enthusiastic about the program and the opportunity, though. “We’re representing the whole central region,” Tammy said. “There’s only four teams from the whole state that were selected from this region, the whole Phoenix area. The rest are from Tucson or up north, Grand Canyon, Flagstaff. So, there are four teams out of this whole area that we just talked about and two of them are right here.” Hill chimed in, “In our tiny little

A Division II team, from left, eighth grader Emiko Martin, eighth grader Jaysa Cowdell, sixth grader Kyleigh Kurtz, eighth grader Kyell Marsh, sixth grader Eve Weston and eighth grader Cody Payne. (West Valley View photo by Melissa Fossum)

school. It’s amazing.” Tammy added, “And the other two are from a charter school in Peoria.” Though the competition and fundraising is on everybody’s minds, Benjamin raised one issue with the finals’ scheduling. “That’s when Solo (A Star Wars

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Verrado ARC LLC seeks qualified General Contractors, with a minimum A- General Engineering license, to submit sealed bids for the CFD Civil Improvements which consists of, but is not limited to storm drain, concrete, paving, street lights, signage & striping from Coolidge Street to College Drive along Sunrise Lane in accordance with the plans and specifications (the “Work”). Verrado ARC LLC reserves the right to adjust the scope at their discretion. The Successful Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination associated with the Work. Copies of the plans, specifications, bid documents and detailed information for this project will be available on Tuesday, May 1, 2018. Contact Terri Kading at tkading@dmbinc.com to make arrangements to receive the bid documents. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held in the DMB Verrado Development offices located at 4236 N Verrado Way, Suite 200, Buckeye, AZ 85396 – May 8, 2018 at 2:00 pm. All interested parties are invited to attend. It is recommended that interested parties RSVP prior to the meeting. Sealed bids will be received June 19, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the City of Buckeye, City Clerk’s Office, located at 530 E Monroe, Buckeye, AZ 85326. Bids submitted after specified closing time will not be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after the specified closing time. Unless all bids are rejected, the Contract will be awarded within twenty one (21) days. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder that submits a complete and accurate bid. A complete and accurate bid will include all information requested in the bid documents. Every bid made by a Contractor pursuant to this Notice shall be accompanied by a surety bond for ten percent (10%) of the bid amount, listing Verrado ARC LLC as the Obligee, as a guarantee that the Contractor will enter into a contract to perform the Work, or as liquidated damages in the event the Contractor refuses or fails to enter into the Contract with Verrado ARC LLC upon award. Cashiers checks will not be accepted. The bonds will be returned to all Contractors whose bids are not awarded the Contract, and to the successful Contractor, upon execution of the Contract, and receipt of Payment and Performance bonds for the Work. The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment and Performance bond will be required in the amount of 100% of the original Contract value for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certificate of Insurance evidencing their ability to meet the insurance requirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry property damage and public liability insurance and shall hold and save harmless Verrado ARC LLC, DMB White Tank, LLC, the City of Buckeye and the Verrado District 1 Community Facilities District from any employer’s liability and from any and all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as specified in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid documents will be deemed incomplete, and will be rejected. Verrado ARC LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withhold the award for any reason Verrado ARC LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject to approval by Verrado ARC LLC or its representatives. Interested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information, or contact Terri Kading at tkading@dmbinc.com – reference Victory Sunrise Lane 2B-2C CFD Civil Improvements. No engineer’s estimate will be distributed. PUBLISHED: West Valley View, April 18, 25, 2018 / 12333

OBITUARIES Gloria Mendez

Gloria Mendez, 51 of Tolleson, passed on April 4, 2018 in Phoenix. Born on September 7, 1966, to parents Juan and Delia here in Phoenix. She is survived by her sons, Rogelio Pinedo, Micheal Gutirrez and partner Celistino Gutierrez; brothers, Ernesto Mendez, Victor Mendez; and sisters, Lupe Ybarra, Mary Garcia, Raquel Nunez and Juana Aquilera. A visitation will be held on Saturday April 28, 2018 from 3PM-5PM at Avenidas Funeral Chapel located at 522 E. Western Avenue Avondale.

Cecelia G. Nunez

Cecelia G. Nunez, 89, passed on April 7, 2018. She passed away at her home in Avondale. She was born in Sinton, Texas, to parents Jose Sanchez Garza and Petra Trevino, but she had called Arizona her home for the past 57 years. She is survived by her beloved sons and daughters; Norma Schultz, Julie Escobar, Olga Esquivel, Katherine Franklin, Juan Escobar, and Thomas Johnson. From whom have given her 25 grandchildren, 57 great grandchildren, and 10 great-great grandchildren. Services were held on April 10, 2018 with Betty Ledesma officiating services.

Ruth Ann Maida Ruth Ann Maida, 69 of Goodyear died April 15, 2018 in Glendale. She was born September 11, 1948 in Newark, NJ to Charles Boutieller and Cecelia Merklin. Ruth’s life could be described in one word, selfless. She had a listening ear and an understanding heart for everyone that she came in contact with. She often worked quietly when no one else noticed to make sure that the needs of those around her were met. She worked as a Rehab Aide where her healing touch helped her to find a way to make everyone feel better. She lived a no-frills kind of life. Her genuineness allowed her to be the calm in the midst of the storm when the stresses of life weighed on her family and friends. Ruth loved dogs and her 5 dogs reflected the love they felt from her to the people they came in contact with. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Ruth is survived by her husband, Jonathan Maida; sons, Bobby, Jimmy, Richie, Dennis and Ronnie Shaver; and eight grandchildren, Ronnie Shaver, Jr., Jimmy Shaver, Jr., Desiree Shaver, Nicole Shaver, Tyler, Shaver, Hannah Shaver, Aaron Shaver, and Samantha Shaver. A visitation and a funeral service were held April 22, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, Goodyear. The family suggests that donations be made to the ASPCA, www.AS PCA.org/Donate. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

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Sharon L. Wesala passed away peacefully in her sleep the morning of April 8th, 2018 at her home in Glendale. Sharon was born in Kalispell, Montana and was the only child of Leo and Evelyn Rowlan. She graduated from Montana State University Northern, with a Teaching Degree. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kalle Wesala Jr. She is survived by her children, James Wesala (Jennifer) and Kathy Costello (Wayne); and her grandchildren, Clint and Cody. She was an avid crafter, seamstress, a true Diamondbacks fan, and was very active in several Catholic parish fellowships. Her early career was as a teacher, but several family relocations led to a variety of clerical positions. Until finally settling in Phoenix, where she retired. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. on April 26th at Saint Raphael Roman Catholic Church in Glendale, with a brunch immediately following.

Josephine H. Ennis, age 95 of Litchfield Park, died April 7, 2018 in Goodyear. She was born August 26, 1923 in Crowell, TX to Antoine Slovak and Mary English. Josephine was a very private person. She resided in Litchfield Park and was a member of the Litchfield Garden Club. Josephine was survived by her sisters, Ruth Gerik and Gladys Jares; brother, Robert Slovak; and nieces, Barbara Harrell and Mary Petersen. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

David Marion Mills David Marion Mills, age 65 of Surprise, died April 7, 2018 in Buckeye. He was born November 3, 1952 in Junction City, OH to Robert Koonts and Viola Rankin. David served in the US Army from 1970 to 1983 as an Aircraft Component Repair Supervisor, achieving the rank of Sergeant First Class. Dave is survived by his daughters, Kim Mills, Michele Massey, Meredith Ballew; son, Aaron Wheeler; brothers, Kenny, Del, Clint, and Lane Mills; 16 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife Waylene Mills; parents, Gene and Vicky; and brother, Don Mills. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338. The family suggests that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, woundedwarriorproject.org/donate. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

Jennifer Thompson Jennifer Joan Thompson, age 60, of Buckeye, Arizona departed this life March 29, 2018. Jennifer was born December 22, 1957 in Bunkie, Louisiana to Bill Hayward and Alice Thompson. Jennifer leaves to cherish her memory, Michael Madden, Sr.; sons, Michael Madden, Jr., Joseph Madden; mother, Alice Thompson; sisters, Sarah Parker, Vanessa Parker, Paula Jones, Evelyna Andrews; brothers, Lyndon Parker, Stafford Wayne Parker; grandparents, Alice Thompson, Henry Thompson; one grandchild, Michael Madden, Jr.; Chiante Robinson, Vosiar Dion Macon, Brandon Parker, Brandon Parker, Brandon Parker, Lauden Parker (family members from Bunkie, Louisiana), best friend, Evelyn Stovel; Chris & Angela Conway; Caron Dobbins; Rico Taylor; William Barber; Robin, Alice, Monique and D'Etta Simon and Monica Slater. She was preceded in death by Paula Faye Thompson Macon and Robert and Mildred Simon. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

Barbara Ann Dolan Barbara Ann Dolan, age 78 of Goodyear, died April 17, 2018 in Goodyear. She was born July 18, 1939 in New York, NY to Thomas and Margaret Collins. Barbara had a great life surrounded by family and good friends. Barbara is survived by her daughters, Kathleen Dolan, Karen McGuckin; sons, Stephen and Gerard Dolan; sister, Kathleen O'Mara; brothers, Thomas and Kevin Collins; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The family suggests that donations be made to Arizona Love & Care of Goodyear - Assisted Living Home, 15250 W. Pierson St., Goodyear, AZ 85395. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

John Ross Mosley John Ross Mosley (nee), 95, of Litchfield Park, formerly of Los Alamos, New Mexico died Tuesday, April 10, 2018 in Litchfield Park. John was born in Wichita, Kansas on October 18, 1922 to Ira and Marion Mosley. He served in the US Army during World War II, and was discharged in 1945 as a Staff Sergeant John was a father to two amazing men, Rob and Jim. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Mosley; brother, Robert Mosley of California; and parents, Marion and Ira Mosley of California. John is survived by his sons, Robert W. Mosley and his wife, Anita Mosley of Litchfield Park, and James W. Mosley and his wife Kristin of Grand Rapids, Michigan; sister, Margaret Heins who resides in Fairfield, California; 11 grandchildren and more than 21 great-grandchildren. A graveside service with military honors will be held at 9:30 am on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024. He will join his wife Mary who was also a World War II Navy Veteran. Any other recognitions or arrangements will be held privately. The family suggests that remembrances or donations be forwarded to The Hospice of the Valley who lovingly and respectfully cared for John in his final hours. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Chapel of Goodyear.

Kenneth Edward Johnson

Age 91 of Goodyear AZ died April 17, 2018 at home. Kenneth was born March 22, 1927 in Benton, Tennessee the son of Pryor and Pearl Johnson. Ken is survived by his wife Polly, two children Becky Pohto and Phil Johnson (Dana), and 2 grandchildren Brandon and Brian Johnson. Memorial Services were held at First Southern Baptist Church in Avondale, AZ on April 24, 2018. The family suggests donations to Hospice of the Valley in his memory. You can donate at www.hov.org or mail to Hospice of the Valley 9435 W Peoria Ave Peoria, AZ 85345.

Raymond Lucero

On April 4, 2018, with family at his bedside, Raymond Lucero was called home to be with his wife Camila Lucero. Raymond was born in Gallup, NM to Antonio and Daniella Lucero. Raymond was a WWII Veteran. He leaves behind three children Patsy Thompson, Flora (Danny) Bowen and Louis (Gloria) Lucero; 14 loving grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and friends. Raymond started his career as a barber in Williams and retired in Phoenix after 53 years. Visitation was held April 12 at Chapel of the Chimes, in Glendale. A funeral mass will be held at St. Louis the King, 4331 W. Maryland Avenue in Glendale.

Lillian B. Mefford Lillian B. Mefford, age 87, of Avondale, died April 16, 2018 in Glendale. She was born September 16, 1930 in Mississippi to Peter Roberts and Myrtle Daniel. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Wood (Randy), Lisa Mefford; sisters, Opal Krebbs, Helen Defoor, Myrtle McCallister, Ruth Helton (Dennis); nine grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren; and one great-greatgrandchild. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Reverend Boyd Lee Mefford; son, Stephen Lee Mefford; parents, Peter and Myrtle Roberts; three brothers, John, Raymond, and Peter Roberts, and her two sisters, Bertha Vaughn and Ruby Krebbs. A visitation will be held from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Friday, April 27, 2018 at First Southern Baptist Church of Avondale, 1001 N. Central Avenue, Avondale, AZ 85323. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, April 28, 2018 also at First Southern Baptist Church of Avondale. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Condolences for the family may be left at www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com.

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TAX & ACCOUNTING

For Commercial Businesses

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

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ELECTRICAL

CLEANING

(623) 878-1180

*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY

ROC# CR65 090690D

WHY PAY MORE? Mike 714-742-4527 Not a licensed contractor

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LANDSCAPING

PAINTING

PEST CONTROL

ERIC SAUNDERS

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Ben - 623-764-1364 LANDSCAPING VISTA DEL

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LANDSCAPING

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Javier 623-249-9395

AUTO GLASS

OR 50% OFF ON WINDOW TINT with approved glass replacement by your insurance New Windshield Replacement starting at

100

All Insurance Accepted Lifetime Warranty on Labor

18503 W. Van Buren St. • Goodyear, AZ 85338 www.avondaleautoglass.com

602-606-2605

Saunders Painting

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Tree Trimming • Removals Stump Grinding • Cleanups We Do Everything

623-444-0056 Irrigation Replace & Repair Leaks, Bad Valves or Just a Tune Up Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees

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623.547.7521

Not a licensed contractor

www.acompassionatehomecare.com

LANDSCAPING

MOBILE DEVICE SERVICE

Lawn Care

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Arroyo Springs Landscape LLC

Not a licensed contractor

GET UP TO $100 CASH BACK

MOBILE:

602-722-7696

PEST CONTROL

MEDICAL SERVICES

Free Estimates

ROC Lic. #170982

POWER WASH • WINDOW CLEANING • CABINETS DRYWALL REPAIR • ACOUSTIC CEILINGS BRUSH/ROLL/SPRAY • INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

PAINTING

LANDSCAPING

Clean-ups • Weed Control Bush/Tree Trimming or removal Maintenance Sprinkler/Drip Repair • Overseed Dethatching • Planting • Mowing

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

• Residential & Commercial Our Goal is not to be the • Pest Control • Weed Control With A 6 Month Biggest - Just the best! Guarantee Mitch Stevens • Restaurant Inspections & OWNER-OPERATOR Quality Control A Referral Is The • Home Inspection & Sealing • Pigeon Control • Bees & Wasps Best Compliment Bus • Roof Rat & Gopher Abatement 623 932 4168 • West Nile Virus Control & Cell Treatment For Residential & 623 932 4168 Golf Courses • Scorpions • Fleas & Ticks License #8555 mes123us@yahoo.com

LANDSCAPING

602-635-0011

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623.204.6133

L&M

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brushstrokepaintingllc@gmail.com

Uriel 623-297-0114

Landscape

DESIGN

SOL

vistadelsollandscape@q.com

LANDSCAPING

FLATIRON

Insured & Bonded ROC#230926

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LANDSCAPING

Call Roger

The Bug Stops Here

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

FREE ESTIMATES

Not a licensed contractor

**FREE QUOTES ON NEW EQUIPMENT** “FINANCING AVAILABLE”

623-932-1674 A+ REPAIR-SERVICE-UPGRADE

Removals • Cleanup Haul Off & Tree Trimming Free Estimates

BRUSH STROKE PAINTING

Drywall Repair/Texture Matching Acoustic Ceiling Removal Cabinets’ & Power Washing

Interior & Exterior

FREE ESTIMATES

Jeff R. Saunders

623-266-9798 602-826-3969

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(602)493-7100

Mobile

Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded

LICENSED & INSURED

PAINTING

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BRANDENBURG PAINTING

Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818

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— 623-869-7378 —

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623-972-9150 623-695-3390

Bob

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Bed Bugs, Bees, etc.

Basic Pest Service

FAMILY OWNED

49-75

Lic. / Est. 1981

PAINTING

The Phone Doctor Mobile iPhone Repair

• Tree Trimming

• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

We come to YOU anywhere in the Valley. Quick reliable service.

HOME IMPROVEMENT & PAINTING

Call today! 623.939.1206 www.Dowe.pro

LANDSCAPING

PAINTING

Mike’s Lawn Service LLC

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• • • • • •

Tree Trimming •Mowing & Edging Sprinkler Systems - Install & Repair Landscape Renovations General Clean Up • Weed Control Lighting • Concrete • Pavers Plant & Tree Installation

Serving the West Valley Since 1990 Not a licensed contractor

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

References Available

Mike (623) 764-1294

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Free Estimates Jack Pacheco Jack Pacheco

602-422-3648 602-422-3648

Interior/Exterior Painting 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Dunn Edwards Quality Paint Small Stucco/Drywall Repairs

We Are State Licensed and Reliable! Free Estimates • Senior Discounts

480-338-4011

ROC#309706

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REMODELING

HAMILTON & HAMILTON

Total Care Plumbing LLC Water Heaters from

585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $

includes labor

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

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

Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

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PLUMBING Minuteman Home Ser vices

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any total work performed ANYTHING PLUMBING • Water heaters • Leaks

• Garbage disposal • Bathrooms

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PLUMBING

MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC

Your West Valley Plumber

For All Your Plumbing Needs Senior Citizen Discount 20 Years Experience Licensed • Bonded • Insured

623-293-7095 623-293-7095

TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!

U.S.A.F. Retired. 25+ Yrs. Exp.

Remodel • All Repairs Cleaning SVC “No Nonsense” www.triplerpool.com Licensed Contractor ROC C-37-120135 • ROC C-05-159059

“1 Call & We Do It All”

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623-935-9221

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

REMODELING M i nuteman Home Ser v ices BATHROOM/KITCHEN REMODEL in 5 Days or Less!*

• Remodeling • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Additions • New construction • Residential or commercial

(602)291-1801

LICENSED, BONDED, INSURED • REFERENCES • ROC 121414

ROOFING

AIR CONDITIONING

AZ’s Best Roofing All Types of Roofs New Roofs All Repairs & Coatings Total Rubber Roof Systems Same Day Service All Work Guaranteed Residential & Commercial

FREE Estimates

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FAUCET

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Cabinets • Walk-In Tubs • Bathtubs Showers • Toilets • Vanity • Faucets Shower Doors • Tile • Lighting

In-Home Design & Consultation Included w/ Vanity Install

750 OFF

Complete Bathroom Remodel & Upgrade Install

$200 OFF

Accepting all major credit cards. Licensed & Insured

623-522-9322 ROC#286561

All Types of Roofing

FREE

ESTIMATES!!!!!

602-743-3175 www.almeidaroofing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 215758

NO EXTRA $$$ FOR AFTER RS, WEEKENDHSOU HOLIDAYS!OR

623-535-8000

Same Day Service

24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE

All Makes & Models Free 2nd Opinions • Free Equipment Quotes

35.00 CHECK-UP

Phoenix Metro Area

ROC#212627

Family Owned & Operated Not afraid to work weekends Get out of the crowd and join the family! STORAGE

UPHOLSTERY

Rainbow Storage

4 Acres Gated • Locked

Wayne Karstetter Cell: 208-481-2000 7331 S. Rainbow Rd. Buckeye, AZ 85326

CODE T17

Almeida Roofing Inc.

AZ MAD Heating & Cooling

Truck, RV & Boat Storage

Walk In Tub minutemanhomeservices.com ROC 242804, 257474, 290005 APS/SRP Certified Contractor BBB A+ • Licensed, bonded, and fully insured for your protection.

ROOFING

REMODELING

with Plumbing Inspection

Licensed •Bonded • Insured • ROC#223524

POOL SERVICES

PLUMBING

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www.yoursoncontracting.com

480-755-5818

Built Stronger to Last Longer

55 DRAIN CLEANING

(623) 582-4477

License #ROC209589

480-755-5818

& Design Studio

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!

Inc.

PLUMBING

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Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

872-3047

ROOFING

PLUMBING

Estrella Custom Designs

If Your Water Won’t Flow or Your Air Won’t Blow...Call...

ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED

New Roofs & Reroofs

Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate Additions Garages Patios

Kitchens Concrete Flooring

Painting & More

35 Years Experience in the Valley

EstrellaCustomDesigns.com

FREE ESTIMATES

623-293-2648

ROOFING 602-622-2859 623-936-5775 We raise the roof with our quality, service and value!

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

FREE ESTIMATES!

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

www.fastflowplumbingandair.com Water Heater • Water Treatments • Faucets/Toilets • Leak locating Drain Cleaning • Heating • Air Conditioning • Air Purification Gas Pipe Repairs & Installation 24 hour Service (No Extra $)

6500

Senior & Military Discounts

Drain Cleaning with Guarantee

75 off Any NEW Water Heater Install $

SEWER CAMERA INSPECTIONS

FREE ESTIMATES

Family Locally Owned & Operated • 20 Years Experience Complimentary Plumbing Inspection with Any Repair

623-299-7111

Licensed • Bonded • Insured • 234804 & 234805

#18100B 4x4, Z-71, Very Nice Local Trade! ....................................................

Only 35 K Miles ...........................................................................

10,500

6,400

8,900

#P7824 Like New! Low Miles!

12,800

2017 FORD FOCUS SEL

#P7895 1 Owner, Low Miles, LT Pkg

6,700

9,500

#17605M Super Nice SUV!

13,900

2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON SE

#18063B Low Miles, Nice Local Trade

2013 DODGE DART SXT

#18011A Well Equipped, 3rd Row, Rear A/C

2007 FORD EXPLORER EDDIE BAUER

15,600

14,000

7,800

6,400

#P7879

Low Miles, Crew Cab, 4x4............................................................

2017 NISSAN FRONTIER SV V6

#P7536B 1 Owner, 4x4, SLT Crew Cab ........................................................

2014 GMC SIERRA 1500 SLT

#P7751A Local Trade, Powertrain Warranty Included .................................

2009 GMC SIERRA 1500 SLT

#P7863A Diesel, Crew Cab, Low Miles! .......................................................

23,900 $

22,000 $

19,400 $

17,600 $

2004 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250 XLT

1 Owner, Priced at Wholesale Book .............................................

Supe Nice! 4x4 Hemi ...................................................................

Crew Cab, 1 Owner, V-8 ...............................................................

#18051A Like New! Low Mile Z71, 1 Owner ...............................................

2015 CHEVY COLORADO 2WD Z71

#T7884

2017 FORD F-150 XLT

#P7813

2017 RAM 1500 BIG HORN

#T7905

2017 RAM 1500 SLT

27,900 $

26,800 $

26,700 $

24,800 $

All vehicles subject to prior sale. Prices do not include sales tax, license, $349.00 dealer doc fee and any dealer add-ons.Prices valid through 05/01/2018. See dealer for details.

623.386.4429 | JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM

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

#T7890M Hard to Find 4x4..........................................................................

2011 FORD RANGER XLT

#P7882

2010 FORD F-150 XL

#T7743A Nice Crew Cab, SE Pkg .....................................................................

2007 NISSAN FRONTIER SE

#18234A Loaded w/ Equipment!!

2009 NISSAN MURANO SL

2015 CHEVY SPARK LT

#18189A Clean Local Trade

2013 MAZDA MAZDA3 i SV

6,800

9,900

$ #P1831A 1 Owner, Very Clean Local Trade

#P7833 4x4, 6” Lift, 20” Wheels w/ Off Road Tires ....................................

2017 FORD F-150 XLT

#18304A Only 4 K Miles, 4x4, 1 Owner.......................................................

2017 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250

#17586A 1 Owner, Low Miles, Crew Cab, 4x4 .............................................

2015 FORD F-150 XLT

#18069A 4x4, Nav, Moon Roof, Off Road & More! ......................................

35,800 $

33,900 $

31,500 $

29,900 $

14,600

2014 FORD ESCAPE SE

#P7906 1 Owner, Powertrain Warranty

2010 CHRYSLER 300 LIMITED

#P7716B Leather, Moon Roof & More

2011 HYUNDAI SONATA LTD

2013 FORD F-150 LARIAT

TRUCKS TRUCKS TRUCKS AND MORE TRUCKS!!!

10,400

1995 CHEVY C/K 1500

#T7825A Nice, Well Equipped, Powertrain Warranty

2011 FORD TAURUS SEL

#P7830A Daytona Edition, Leather & Moon Roof

7,400

6,900

#T7738B 1 Owner, 27 K Miles, w/ Moon Roof

2006 DODGE CHARGER R/T

2013 SMART FORTWO PASSION

#P7842A Nice! 7 Pass, Rear A/C

5,800

5,500

#X7324B 1 Owner, Moonroof, Leather & More

2008 DODGE CARAVAN SXT

2007 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 S

Super Mega Store End-of-the-Month Sales Event!

15 UNDER $15,000

LOWE$T TA X LOWE$T PRICE

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