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Census: Buckeye had nation’s fastest growth BY MIRANDA FAULKNER AND JULIAN PARAS West Valley View Contributing Writers

Buckeye posted the fastest growth rate among cities in the nation last year, while Phoenix held the top spot for the size of its overall growth, according to new numbers from the U.S. Census Bureau. The report, released May 23, said Buckeye added 5,813 residents, an increase of 8.5% in just a year, while Phoenix’s population grew by 25,288 to top 1.66 million last year. The two No. 1 finishes by Arizona cities were surprising, but the booming growth in the Valley did not come as a surprise to experts, who note that it is regularly among the fastest-growing regions in the nation. Just a year earlier, Phoenix had posted the second-biggest gains in the nation and Buckeye had the fifth-fastest growth rate. The latest census report also showed Mesa posted the 16th-largest gain in population from 2017 to 2018, with its 8,563 new residents putting it just behind Miami for growth. “Individuals can go anywhere, but they come to Phoenix for a reason,” said Garrick Taylor, a spokesman for the Arizo-

Available land for new housing is just one of the factors that experts believe people are attracted to Arizona, where the city of Buckeye last year posted the nation’s fastest growth rate and Phoenix had the biggest overall population gains. (Photo courtesy city of Buckeye)

na Chamber of Commerce. “Population spikes are usually due to a growing economy, plentiful jobs, a high quality of life and a competitive cost of living.” Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego called the population growth “a testament to all of

the innovation happening in our city.” “We must continue to provide high-quality services to the public and we need to do more than just keep up with growth, we

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EMCC president Dr. Ernest Lara announces retirement BY ANDREA ESTRADA

West Valley View Staff Writer

From attending Glendale Community College to helping establish Paradise Valley Community College in the 1980s and serving as president of Estrella Mountain Community College, Dr. Ernest “Ernie” Lara boasts years of involvement with the Maricopa County Community College District.

He is now retiring. After more than 37 years of service, Lara, who has witnessed and contributed largely to the growth and success of the Maricopa Community Colleges, said he believes it’s the right moment for him to step away from his role. “I think the colleges worked very hard to become part of the community. We’ve got great staff; great programs. We’re in

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“We’ve worked very closely with WESTMARC looking at the potential businesses that are coming here,” Lara said. “Another extremely important partnership is the West Valley Think Tank, where we meet with the elementary school and high school leaders; the community colleges including Glendale, Phoenix College; and the local universities. Basically, what we want to do is all of us have an investment in this pipeline.” And the goal for these partnerships is not to benefit one institution alone, but to support and connect local students with exceptional postsecondary educa-

Growth...continued from page 1 need to be ahead of it,” she said in a prepared statement released by her office. “Whether it’s safe and affordable housing, diverse transportation options, or a fantastic cultural scene, we need to deliver on behalf of our residents.” Despite the challenges that can be posed by growth, Thomas Combrink said most governments welcome the

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tion, Lara added. “We’ve always said, ‘Sure, we’d like you to come to Estrella Mountain.’ But basically our main goal is: Just go somewhere. Glendale, Phoenix, Gateway or any institution where you can get the type of training you want,” Lara said. Lara will remain in his position until a viable candidate is identified and a start date determined. Public forums for final candidates for the president position were hosted by Maricopa Community Colleges at EMCC on May 6. He hopes the new president continues initiatives that strongly encourage students to transition from EMCC to a university. “We want to make sure that our stu-

dents can continue to transfer to any of the local universities. That they actually get to where they can get the premium years of skills needed to go on and be part of the workforce,” Lara said. “And then they can even work here in the community and stay out here and help the West Valley grow.” Lara knows about education. He earned an associate degree from GCC. Lara holds all of his additional degrees from ASU. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in history, a Master of Guidance and Counseling, a Master of Counseling, and a Ph.D. from the Higher and Adult Education Program with an emphasis in student development.

extra population. “States are always looking for population growth, it’s a good thing for a few reasons,” primarily the opportunity for increased tax revenues, said Combrink, a senior research specialist at the Alliance Bank Economic Policy Institute at Northern Arizona University’s Franke College of Business. That growth was particularly welcomed in Buckeye, where city officials believe that the population has already

grown more than 11% since last year, from the 74,370 in the census report to an estimated 82,600 today. “We know Buckeye is a desirable community, we have a high quality of life and great housing values, which is mainly why we are the fastest-growing city,” said Annie DeChance, Buckeye’s communications manager. Buckeye Mayor Jackie Meck said in a prepared statement the city is focused on remaining one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation by managing long term-quality of life there. The influx in population has played an important part in planning by the Buckeye Elementary School District, said Lon Sage, the community and family engagement coordinator for the school district. He said the district has an 11-year plan to enhance its schools and meet enrollment demands all the way up to 2030. “Our enrollment is scheduled to increase even more,” Sage said. “Right now, we are looking at having another school open by the 2021-2022 school year.” DeChance said one thing Buckeye also has going for it is available land: The city is built-out on just 5% of its 642 square miles. “There is tremendous opportunity for retail, services and employment,” she said. Combrink agreed that population growth, “especially in Buckeye could be due to the amount of land they have.” More land means more room for housing development. Arizona State Demographer Jim Chang said that as a smaller city, Buckeye’s “growth is robust and it’s easier for it to grow faster.” Chang said the state has several factors driving its growth including “our

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Besides the West Valley Think Tank, Lara serves on several local boards, including West Valley Hospital Board of Directors and Valle del Sol. Other community service includes the Hispanic Leadership Forum del Oeste Advisory Board, Estrella Rotary, Leadership West, and Luke Air Force - Honorary Commanders Program. A Goodyear resident, Lara said he plans to remain in the area and looks forward to spending time with his family. In the meantime, Gold Hill Associates (GHA), the independent search firm conducting this national search effort, has identified two potential candidates.

Buckeye officials believe the city has already grown by 11% from last year, when its 8.5% growth rate was the highest in the nation. (Photo by Marine 69-71/Creative Commons)

economic development and job accessibility.” He added that Arizona is also attractive as a retirement destination, which helps keep the population growing. The Census Bureau report also said that the city of Maricopa was one of 10 cities in the United States to see their populations top 50,000 for the first time last year, when the Pinal County city had an estimated 50,024 residents. The Census Bureau said most of the growth last year continued to be in the South and West, both for cities with the biggest growth and the fastest growth rates. “We are in growth mode and talented individuals from all over the country are taking notice of all that Arizona has to offer,” the chamber of commerce’s Taylor said. Miranda Faulkner and Julian Paras are writers for Cronkite News. For more stories from Cronkite News, visit cronkitenews.azpbs.org.

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Hands 4 Paws, a club at Youngker High School, recently donated $3,200 to the Buckeye Police Department’s K-9 unit in order to pay for a ballistic vest for one of its dogs, Cliff. Hands 4 Paws is currently in its first year of being an established organization on Youngker’s campus. And between all the community service, the idea to raise money for the K-9 unit’s vest started with a simple conversation between Hands 4 Paws advisor Marie Buquicchio and a police officer. “I was just talking to an officer one day and the conversation came up in passing that Cliff needed a new vest, and I said ‘We can help you with that,’” Buquicchio said. Buckeye police officer Dave Smith is Cliff’s partner, and he expressed the importance of a ballistic vest for K-9 units. Officer Dave Smith, front right, shows off a check Hands 4 Paws awarded the department to pay for a “(The ballistic vest) is a huge deal ballistic vest for K-9 Cliff. (West Valley View photo by Maximo Lawlor) when it comes to critical incidents with guns and knives,” Smith said. “It gives us a lev- Smith said he feels more at ease know- anybody they wanted to, but they chose to give it to us — I’m truly grateful,” el of protection that (Cliff) normally doesn’t ing his partner is safer. “They could have given this gift to he said. have.” Throughout the year, Hands 4 Paws has been a diligent force throughout the Maricopa County community by volunteering and fundraising for Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (MCACC), Buckeye Animal Rescue and Kennel (BARK) and Living Water Ranch Rescue. Florian T. Walter Some activities included cleaning kennels, D.O. walking dogs and hosting special projects and Raj S. Rathee, M.D. fundraisers during holidays. The organization Jordan Oland also hosted fundraisers at Main Event, Chipotle, M.D. Chick-fil-A, Whataburger, Dunkin Donuts, Peter B.J. Ho Piper Pizza and Pizza Hut. D.O. But Hands 4 Paws didn’t stop there. Sarah Colwell D.O. The club also hosted a gift basket drawing, a Ingrid Gold craft fair and a school-wide loose coin collection CNM throughout Youngker High School. Meaghan Gomez FNP-C “Our mission is to raise awareness for the needs Britt Michie of animals, especially spaying (and) neutering.” RNC, MSN, WHNP Buquicchio said. “We try to do community outJennifer Woodruff reach and get involved, raise money and take care RNC, MSN, WHNP of the dogs.” Morgan Pellegrini PA-C Hands 4 Paws has raised approximately $8,000 Tracy Burns in its first year as a club, but according to BuquicCNM chio, the future of Hands 4 Paws is filled with Michaela Wagner even more ambitious tasks and plans to take action CNM to the Legislature. 623-846-7558 “We want to try to get some legislation passed 9930 W. Indian School Road to get it illegal to drive in the back of pickup beds Phoenix, AZ 85037 and have puppy mills — they’re on my hit list,” 1170 N. Estrella Parkway Buquicchio said. “We’re definitely (going to) conSuite A107 tinue to raise money, continue to reach out to the Goodyear, AZ 85338 community and continue to help out different rescues and shelters.” www.estrellawomenshealthcenter.com As Cliff continues to patrol the Buckeye area,

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Avondale awarded ‘Gold’ for a healthy employee workplace BY MAXIMO AGUILAR LAWLOR West Valley View Staff Writer

The city of Avondale has great reason to celebrate as they were awarded “Gold” by Healthy Arizona Worksites Program this May. With over 500 employees and 10plus departments to oversee, it’s no easy task to keep a workplace healthy and safe for all workers. But Avondale has proven to be successful in this category. Kathy Reyes, the city of Avondale’s benefits program manager, is a 40-year city resident, and she highlights her experience working for the city in a positive light. “When you live where you work, it brings a lot of things into perspective, and I’ve learned that Avondale really does reach out and try to figure out what we can do to enhance lives,” Reyes said. Community outreach is one of Avondale’s priorities, and the staff strives to do the best it can do for its residents, but according to Reyes, employees are equally as important. “If we’re going to really reach out in

community, we need to reach internally as well and try to have a positive impact on our employees and their families,” Reyes said. Avondale offers a variety of services and programs to its employees as it has at least one program a month for workers to better their lifestyles. One of the more popular programs is the cardiac and organ screening. Reyes explained the screening uses high-tech equipment and returns polarized pictures with results you can take to your physician. “What’s really amazing is when you take in (the results) and your physician goes, ‘Wow, these are great quality. Where’d you get them?’” Reyes said. “We’ve really had great success with this program. But it doesn’t end there. Another popular service the city of Avondale employees enjoy are the interactive Fit Bit programs. “We all compete against each other internally,” Reyes said. “We have walking challenges. We do hidden treasure challenges. And if we want, we can link into teams and compete

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Board of supervisors OKs tentative FY 2020 budget BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

With a new decade on the horizon, the nation’s fastest-growing county is making smart investments to further position itself as an attractive, long-term home for families and businesses. On May 20, the Board of Supervisors approved a tentative $2.57 billion budget for fiscal year 2020. “This fiscally responsible and Jack Sellers, District 1 Steve Chucri, District 2 sustainable budget keeps the tax rate steady for our residents while invest- proaching, the budget reserves funding ing in the kinds of technology and infra- for updated elections equipment that structure that works to serve citizens bet- is expected to increase the speed with ter,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman which votes can be counted. Improved Bill Gates, District 3. technology is one piece of a larger dis“These investments include strength- cussion about the future of elections in ening public safety, improving the Maricopa County. voter experience, preserving and en“Making our elections the best they hancing our open space, and utilizing can be is a priority of every person on technology and process improvement this board,” said Vice Chairman Clint to save money and make our county Hickman, District 4. “Modern, reliable government more efficient while pro- equipment is essential for a county of viding better service. I am grateful to our size so we can efficiently handle my colleagues on the board and to all the potential record number of voters departments for budgeting in a way participating in our democracy in the that plans for, and protects, the future.” 2020 elections and beyond.” With the 2020 elections fast apRecent numbers from the U.S. Cen-

modern, usable office space. “I am proud to be part of the team that continues to pass budgets that protect our taxpayers while serving the needs of our ever-growing county population,” said Supervisor Jack Sellers, District 1. “This budget will assure the protection and well-being of our citizens. I’m pleased the tax rate won’t change, nor is the county Bill Gates, District 3 Clint Hickman, District 4 required to take on debt to fund sus Bureau show Maricopa County operations.” added 81,244 people between July 2017 At a time when many other counties and July 2018, the most of any county are taxing as much as they are allowed in the nation. The FY 2020 budget al- by state law, Maricopa County’s tax levy locates $296.9 million for capital im- is $140.5 million below the maximum. provement projects which will modern“We live in the most dynamic county ize the infrastructure needed to support in the United States where people tend that growing population. Those projects to have a lower cost of living and pay include multimillion-dollar investments less for government services than they in county parks; a new East Valley an- do in other large metropolitan areas, imal shelter; and a new substation for while also having access to diverse job the Sheriff’s Office in Avondale. The and recreational opportunities,” said budget also provides continued funding Supervisor Steve Chucri, District 2. for the new jail intake facility, Southeast “This budget supports the Maricopa Regional Justice Center, Central Court County of the future by building on a great building, and 225 Madison renovation foundation of innovative planning and fisproject, which will turn an old jail into cal intelligence to move us forward.”

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Avondale sets public hearing on proposed property tax increase BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

All Avondale citizens are invited to attend a public hearing for the city’s proposed primary property tax increase. The public hearing is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, June 3, 2019 at the City Council Chambers, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. In compliance with section 42-17107, Arizona Revised Statutes, the city of Avondale is notifying property taxpayers of its intention to raise its primary property taxes over last year’s level.

The city is proposing an increase in primary property taxes of $59,905, or 2%. The proposed tax increase will cause the city of Avondale’s primary property taxes on a $100,000 home to increase from $68.65 to $70.03. This proposed increase is exclusive of the increased primary property taxes received from new construction. The increase is also exclusive of any changes that may occur from property levies for voter approved bonded indebtedness or budget and tax overrides.

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Abrazo West earns fifth consecutive ‘A’ grade BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

Abrazo West Campus received its fifth consecutive “A” rating in The Leapfrog Group’s spring 2019 Hospital Safety Score, demonstrating the hospital’s commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care. “This rating recognizes our continuous commitment to placing safety at the forefront of our patients’ care,” said Christina Oh, Abrazo West Campus chief executive officer. “Every day, we focus on driving improvements in care delivery and patient satisfaction. Our clinical leaders regu-

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Avondale district recruits new administration BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

Avondale Elementary School District is proud to introduce its new administration team for Eliseo C. Felix School, effective for the 2019-20 school year. The school will be managed by two co-principals who share over 30 years of expertise in education. Marisol Molina was previously the dean of students at Eliseo for three years. She also served as the interim principal at the school. Molina has dedicated 19 years in education as a teacher, mentor, instructional coach and administrator. She has a bachelor’s degree in education from Arizona State University and a master’s degree in school leadership and administration from Capella University. “This new leadership model is new and unique for our district, but I truly believe that having two administrators will provide our students, parents and staff immediate support when needed,” Molina said.

Joining Molina as principal is Samantha Bartlett, new to the Avondale district. Bartlett has served 14 years in public schools in Arizona as a middle school teacher, achievement specialist and assistant principal. Bartlett has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Arizona State University, a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction and a second master’s degree in administration and supervision — both from the University of Phoenix. She is currently working on attaining a doctorate degree in organizational leadership from Grand Canyon University. “In my new role, I am committed to putting students first and ensuring their academic, social and emotional well-being in order to prepare them for their futures,” Bartlett said. “We are proud to offer this innovative approach to school leadership. AESD strongly believes in collaboration and distributive leadership and has seen tremendous growth in student

Marisol Molina, left, and Samantha Bartlett will be co-principals at Eliseo C. Felix School. (Photo courtesy Eliseo C. Felix School)

achievement over the past four years,” Superintendent Dr. Betsy Hargrove said. Applying this approach to the leadership model is a natural next step to growing and developing a collaborative

community aimed at student success. “We are confident in this model and know Ms. Molina and Ms. Bartlett have the knowledge, skills and abilities to provide outstanding leadership,” Hargrove added.

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Regulating the farming industry Editor: As a Tonopah resident I appreciated your article in the May 1, 2019, West Valley View regarding the documentary film “Right to Harm” that included Hickman’s Family Farms in Tonopah and Arlington. It brings to light how our nation has gone from family farm operations to an industry producing waste affecting our environment, health and welfare from a high concentration of animals in a small area. I support my neighbors who are working with Maricopa County government agencies to improve regulation of this industry. Sandy Larson Tonopah

We were here first Editor: After reading Lee Jablow’s letter to the editor about Hickman’s bashing I felt I had to respond to his obviously biased and uninformed letter. To put it simply: Lee Jablow does not know what the hell he is talking about. I used to live in Arlington, which also has a big Hickman’s processing plant. Lee stated that people should have done their due diligence before moving there. That would only be true if Hickman’s was already established before other people moved in. Many of those complaining were already living in Tonopah and Arlington before Hickman’s invaded the areas. I originally bought my property in Arlington back in 1993. That was at least seven to eight years before Hickman’s started building in Arlington, which was the first plant the company built before setting up in Tonopah in 2014. So, contrary to Lee Jablow’s assumption, the people complaining were there first! When I bought my property in Arlington I selected that area because it was pristine, open desert. The landfill over on Salome Road was closed and

covered. The nearest crop farm was at least five miles away from where I lived. The area I lived in was zoned for rural residential, not agriculture. There were no smells of any kind in the area before Hickman’s came and got the zoning changed for the spot the company built on. When Hickman’s started construction in Arlington, somewhere around 1999 and 2000, which is when I noticed the new buildings being built about 2.5 miles east of my home, I had no clue as to what kind of business it was. The only thing I saw was a sign at the corner of 331st and Salome that said “Coming Soon Hickman’s Egg Ranch.” At that time I thought that the company was building an egg-packing plant where the eggs would be shipped in and packed for market. I did not know Hickman’s would house millions of chickens that produce tons and tons of manure and urine everyday. Around 2003 a horrendous ammonia and vomit odor came into my home through my open windows while I slept and woke me from a sound sleep. This odor was so strong it burned my throat and lungs. I actually called the fire department thinking there was a fire or some kind of chemical accident in the area. But the fire department said since it was coming from Hickman’s there was nothing they could do. I complained to the county many, many times to no avail. After several years of this I was started to develop health issues from the pollution put out by Hickman’s. I was always tired, and my lungs burned every time the stink came into the area. I also developed a bladder inflammation problem. My doctor could not identify the cause of my problems but said breathing the pollution from Hickman’s was definitely not helping me. The doctor suspected breathing the ammonia and hydrogen sulfide might have been causing my bladder inflammation, because these chemicals are absorbed directly into the blood through the lungs and put a heavy strain on the kidneys and liver.

I finally had enough of it and put my property up for sale around 2016 and moved to Chino Valley in 2018 after selling the property at a loss. After moving to Chino Valley, where the air is clean, my health problems miraculously disappeared. My lungs no longer burned, I was finally sleeping normally again and my bladder inflammation just simply went away without any medication, which confirmed my suspicions that Hickman’s pollution was the cause of my afflictions. And one thing I can tell you is that if it was not for Hickman’s presence I probably would not have moved. Hickman’s forced me to move because the pollution was killing me. So when someone like Lee Jablow, who does not even live in Tonopah or Arlington, says the people bashing Hickman’s have no case, he is sadly mistaken. Steven Love Chino Valley

Why should we be the ones to move? Editor: Mr. Jablow, I am tired of people like you telling me how great the Hickmans are. The Hickmans are the robber barons of this century.

My husband and I were aware of the fragrance of nature you may find in a rural area when we bought our home. We live a quarter of a mile from a ranch. Not a problem. There is a problem when you have a bully such as the Hickman’s Family Farms barge into your community. It is not a farm; it is an industrial factory for poultry. We need to eat, but not from CAFOs, which unfortunately produce much of our food. We lived here before the Hickmans built their CAFO. Why should we move? A group of concerned residents organized and tried to STOPP (Editor’s note: Save Tonopah Oppose Poultry Plant is a local nonprofit) them from building. Unfortunately, they built their fowl business. Linda Davis Tonopah

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Taxing the rich and buying women’s shoes BY CHRISTIAN D. GOLDING

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When I came to Arizona in the mid1990s, I found myself fascinated by the Arizona Legislature. Then as now, legislators earned the princely sum of $24,000 a year, and in return they seemed mostly motivated to entertain us. Given that your average Hollywood blockbuster costs upwards of $100 million to produce, paying 90 elected officials about $2.2 million combined seemed like a smoking deal. Early on, I started referring to our legislators as “the 90 Dwarfs,” before realizing that this was a grievous insult to Disney, Snow White, Dopey, Grumpy, Sneezy and little people everywhere. Over time, I’ve reached a grudging admiration for this elected body, if for no other reason than their stamina. Rarely have I met a group of people so intent on arguing over nothing for months on end. Case in point? Earlier in May, this august body passed a law making lemonade the “official state drink of Arizona.”

This declaration was not without Teachers found guilty of such thought controversy: House Bill 2692, spon- crimes could be subject to a fine of up sored by Majority Leader to $5,000. Warren Petersen of Gilbert, You’ll forgive me if I failed in the Senate before don’t remember my K-12 being brought back on a days clearly, given that reconsideration vote and it was decades ago, but I winning passage by a tally seem to remember the best of 18 yeas, 11 nays and one teachers I had challenging abstention. what I thought I knew. Last week, amid a fight Back then, we called such over the state budget, poa novel concept “learning” tential for another controand teachers would do things versy arose when House like make us read books with Bill 2032, sponsored by which we might disagree. David Leibowitz. (Photo Mesa’s Kelly Townsend, courtesy Advisor Group) I couldn’t have been past resurfaced in the Senate. sixth grade when we read Townsend’s bill targets some of Arizo- books like Johnny Tremain and Ishi, na’s most notorious outlaws. Last of His Tribe, which certainly imClassroom teachers. pacted my political ideology, as did my HB2032 would insert into statute the high school encounters with Elie Wiefollowing: “A person acting on behalf sel’s Night and George Orwell’s 1984. of a school district or charter school or In modern American history, we were a person who aids another person on often encouraged to read a paper-born behalf of a school district or charter relic known as the newspaper, which school shall not use speech or curric- detailed current events that often beula during school time with the intent came a focal point of vigorous debate. of influencing or changing a student’s In the World According to Townsend, political ideology or religious belief.” that would appear to risk a five grand

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Whenever people find out I am the executive director of Leadership West and a member of the Buckeye City Council, they tend to question my sanity. That is, with our country divided and a perception of a lack of civic engagement and leadership locally, they believe one person cannot make a difference. These naysayers and I have a definite difference of opinion. I and countless others have witnessed the changes in the West Valley and the leadership capabilities shown by graduates of the Leadership West program. Currently in its 25th year, these eager graduates have used their time and talents to join the leadership pipeline to support the future growth of the West Valley cities they work in and inhabit. For those of you not yet familiar with Leadership West, we are a nonprofit organization that engages, informs and inspires proven leaders in business, nonprofits and government to leverage their time, talents and leadership capital to enhance the quality of life in the West Valley and Arizona. Besides

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Hello, readers! If you tune in week to week, you should be anticipating another big development I mentioned next week. And that development includes two industrial projects in the Southwest Valley. The projects will soon begin work, with an estimated completion of fourth quarter 2019. Avondale 107th is on 24 acres at 107th Avenue and Pierce Street in Avondale. Washington 83 is on 8.5 acres at the northwest corner of Washington Street and 83rd Avenue in Tolleson. Avondale 107th is planned as a four-building, 405,656-square-foot industrial development. The first two buildings will be 81,533 square feet and feature frontage on 107th Avenue, be 28 feet in height, have truck-well and grade-level loading, and allow 200-foot truck maneuverability. The other two buildings will be 121,295 square feet and be 32 feet in height, have dock high/grade-level loading and accommodate fenced/gated security. Each building will have an office, 60-foot speed bays, an HVAC system and LED lighting.

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Washington 83 will be a single, 127,885-square-foot building. It will be 32 feet in height and feature ESFR sprinklers, 35 dock-high and four grade-level doors, LED lighting and an HVAC system. Four points of ingress/ egress will be on site. This property will also be built with the possibility of dividing it into four units. “We are excited to bring two first class projects online to meet the core needs of the industrial market,” said Jason Eisenberg, president of development at Eisenberg Company. Cushman and Wakefield represented developer Eisenberg Company in the acquisition of the two parcels. Avondale 107th was purchased from El Malon Partners, while Washington 83 was purchased from Cohen Asset Management. In addition, Nitti Construction and Butler Design Group will design and build the two developments. “Consistent demand for highly functional industrial space remains very strong in the southwest valley submarket,” said Andy Markham, executive managing director of Cushman and Wakefield. “The Eisenberg Company has designed and is executing on that demand with these two Class A projects.” Moving along, have you heard of Goodyear Gold Buying? If not, you’re about to. The business does not have a storefront — it is based out of an office — so it is not comparable to a pawn shop. Rather, Goodyear Gold Buying purchases gold and silver jewelry, coins, watches, dental gold,

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sterling silver flatware, hollow-ware, serving pieces, coffee and tea sets, trays, bowls, candlesticks and souvenir spoons — according to its website — and likely many other such items. The business is “strictly buying and refining,” according to owner Don Lehman. Lehman said although the business recently opened, he previously had it at another location as “Goodyear Gold Buyers” for about four years, after which he went to work for someone else. Now, however, Lehman is back in business for himself, with his new West Valley location, and slightly altered name. Lehman estimated he has been in the jewelry business for around 45 years as a store owner, wholesale sales rep, and basically “whatever you can do, that’s what I’ve done in the jewelry business.” “My family was in the jewelry business for years and years and I just kind of followed in their footsteps,” he said. Goodyear Gold Buying is at 15655

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Class of 2019’s departure welcomes new chapter of Wolves baseball BY GRIFFIN FABITS

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To understand the current state of the Estrella Foothills High School varsity baseball program, you must first familiarize yourself with the magical spring of 2015 and the events that ultimately ensued. Entering 2015, the Wolves may as well have been an entirely new squad than the one they had fielded the previous season. Seven seniors had graduated in 2014, which left head coach Patrick McCubbins with very few returning starters. He tinkered with the new roster he had. He played with several different lineups, until the one that he ultimately decided to roll with featured two freshmen and an assortment of guys who had never seen time at the varsity level. Regardless, McCubbins pressed all the right buttons. The Wolves went 228, debunking the rebuilding phase his program was on track to fall in to. They made it to the second round of the Division III state tournament. The same script, McCubbins believes, may be unfolding on his diamond once more. The Wolves are fresh off of another stellar season in 2019. They went 25-7 and were two wins away from the 4A State Championship game. It was the fourth time in McCubbins’ now 12-year tenure the Wolves have won more than 25 games and the 11th time they’ve made the postseason. And next spring, Estrella Foothills baseball will undergo quite the roster makeover. Twelve seniors will graduate this spring, the most McCubbins has ever had graduate in one class. On a roster of 19, plenty of uncertainties and question marks swirl around the program entering the off-season months of summer. Daunting? No. McCubbins reflects back on his 2015 team that shocked the DIII community, which excelled after losing a wealth of senior leadership the previous spring. He thinks his 2020 team could replicate that magic of 2015. “It’s exciting,” McCubbins said. McCubbins certainly doesn’t want to

The Wolves finished 27-5 and captured their first postseason victory since 2015. (Photo courtesy Dane Vanderwerf)

write off the class of 2019 just yet. This core had been together for many years, delivered some of the best baseball in Wolves history. They had fun, he said. They played baseball the right way. And they won plenty of ballgames. The class of 2019 compiled a record of 85-35 during its four-year stay at Estrella Foothills. “This was an extremely special group,” McCubbins said. “Not only were there twice as many seniors as I’d ever had, it was the most playing experience I’ve ever had, too, with these seniors.” The Wolves played solid baseball on both sides of the ball. They hit a collective .367. Their pitching staff sported a 2.29 earned run average. They scored 8.7 runs per game and held the opposition to just 2.8. They pitched seven shutouts, holding teams to under two runs in half of their games. Of the team’s 12 seniors, 10 hit above .300, while three batted above the .400 plateau. Senior Jacob McLeod was the team’s leading hitter, boasting a .477 average with 25 RBI and 15 extra-base hits. Senior Dane Vanderwerf led the pitching staff with a 1.69 ERA in 41.1 innings pitching, striking out 42 and walking 17.

The No. 9 Wolves traveled to No. 8 Prescott for the first round of the state tournament on April 27. They left with a 4-3 come-from-behind win, their first postseason victory since 2015. Propelling into the double-elimination round, Estrella Foothills lost to No. 1 Mesquite, and then upset No. 4 Canyon Del Oro, staving off elimination. But days later, the Wolves were bested by No. 5 Seton Catholic Prep to seal their postseason fate. “(We ran into) a really good pitcher that we’d seen a couple times this year (from Seton Catholic). Honestly, from an offensive standpoint, it was the inability to get leadoff batters on base,” McCubbins said. “Our offense runs on small-ball early, being able to steal bases, bunt guys over, being able to hit guys over. We just struggled all night long to get leadoff guys on base so it really minimized what I think we do well.” It can be tough, McCubbins admitted, to wake up the next day and expect the page to be turned, ready to prepare for and tackle another season. Losses hurt, but the heartache intensifies when they come in May. Especially when you’re leaving behind a senior core that left as large of a footprint on this program as this one

did. “I don’t think you completely turn the page until February, until you actually start that next season, in terms of processing the previous year, analyzing it, trying to figure out what you did well, what you could have done better,” McCubbins said. Instinctively, and perhaps reluctantly, McCubbins has already given a quick peak ahead to the spring of 2020. His plans for the program are laid out until next February. The Wolves will begin summer camp in late May. They’ll play summer games in June, hit the pause button the rest of the summer and resume the second week of school in August. They’ll continue to play games, get their legs back under them and the bats going once more starting in November and all the way through January. Who will make up his roster — fill the vacancy of the 12 seniors from this year — is to be determined. But, thankfully, McCubbins has a small army returning next spring who know the way of the land already. Juniors Seth Sweet-Chick, Ashton Perez and Cameron Waterfield, plus sophomore Corbin Triplett are set to return next spring, after monster seasons this year. Sweet-Chick was named the Wolves’ Most Valuable Player in 2019, batting .386 with a team-best 34 RBI and six home runs. On the hill, he posted a 2.05 ERA in 41 innings of work. Perez, a three-year starter already, batted .315 in 22 games, while Triplett and Waterfield were equally impressive. Triplett hit .444 in 47 at-bats in his first taste of varsity ball. Waterfield, as McCubbins said, “filled a huge role for us at catcher this year.” “Especially with Seth and Ashton,” McCubbins said. “Being those two guys who have been multi-year starters and have been a huge part of our team, we started the process halfway through the spring of already starting to actively talk about leadership roles for next year and beginning to transition mentally into the roles that they’re going to

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BY ERIC NEWMAN

West Valley View Staff Writer

Desert Edge High school recently cut the ribbon on its new state-of-the-art 10,565-square-foot field house, and the facility bodes well for an already-successful football team looking to improve its record. “It’s about as nice as I’ve seen at a high school, really beautiful,” Scorpion coach Jose Lucero said. The Scorpions went 9-4 last season, and reached the 2018 AIA State Football Championship semifinals before getting knocked out by eventual-champion Saguaro. Lucero knows a blowout loss has the returning players ready to make amends for how last season ended. The Scorpion athletes are already hungry for success, but the new facility will encourage the players even more to utilize the equipment. “I think this team already had a lot of motivated guys,” Lucero said. “Now, with the new equipment and all these amenities, there’s even more reason for them to put the work in all offseason.”

While the team made the old facilities work, the new field house provides the coaches of football, and all sports for that matter, to train the athletes in different exercises that relate to the game. Linemen can practice strength training to further improve blocking, or receivers can work on their acceleration, for example. “We can kind of use them to focus more on specific football workouts. It kind of lets us be more creative,” Lucero said. Desert Edge held its spring practices and exhibition game in May, and many of its players also participated in the West Valley College Showcase at Valley Vista High Desert Edge High School unveiled its new field house in April (Photo courtesy Jose Lucero) School, in which dozens of college coaches observed and recruited key contributors from last season, and playoff run come November. the west valley’s top players. are set to face another tough schedule Lucero said, with the new facility The Scorpions return many of their that includes home rematches against and renewed energy, this summer’s defending state champion Saguaro and training could spark another successful runner-up Salpointe Catholic. season. The team will take part in various “We’re excited for the opportunity. seven-on-seven passing and big-man We’re going to work hard all summer, tournaments, a team camp and various and I’m excited to see the guys comother training events throughout the pete and show what they’ve got,” he summer, with the goal of another long said.

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Wolves...continued from page 19 have to play for next year.” McCubbins has pegged those four returners as premature starters as of now, some nine months before the next regular season commences. The rest of the roster will ultimately take shape when the team regroups in the coming months. “We’ve got a lot of guys who we’re already looking at. We’re hoping for big things from Roman Snyder next year, from Drew Welch next year, from Jacob Hitchcock next year; those are guys that got opportunities to play on varsity this year, and were with us to the last day and get the equal amount of reps in practice, and they’re ready to go,” McCubbins said. “We have a ton of junior varsity guys who have been chomping at the bit, who have been JV guys longer than most guys are JV guys, and they’re ready to fill those spots.”

Given the plenty of new faces who will grace the varsity roster next spring, McCubbins believes many will overlook the 2020 Wolves. “Everybody is going to look at those 12 seniors being gone from the roster,” he said. “But I wouldn’t count us out.” As it’s been well-demonstrated in the last dozen years, overlooking the Wolves with McCubbins at the helm is a dangerous, ill-advised game to play. History has a penchant to repeat itself. It happened in 2015, and McCubbins believes we’ll see repeated magic from his Wolves next spring. “I look forward to next year — much like my 2015 team. Like I said, I don’t think anybody gave us much of a shot to be successful with all the seniors who graduated, and we had guys who hadn’t had a chance to play much, and they came in very, very hungry. I think we’re going to see the same thing with this group next year.”

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In celebration of Women’s Golf Day, the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club and The Wigwam Golf Club will offer $10 18-hole rounds of golf and a free beverage to ladies on Tuesday, June 4. Women’s Golf Day is an international event for females of all ages and skill levels to participate in golf and help grow the game. Ladies interested in participating Women’s Golf Day should make a tee time on Tuesday, June 4th at either the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club or The Wigwam Golf Club. Upon check-in, participants will receive the $10 rate and a coupon for a free beverage (up to a domestic beer) redeemable on the respective course’s beverage cart. Women’s Golf Day will also serve as the official 2019 launch of Women’s Wednesdays, in which ladies can play nine holes for $18 after 11 a.m. Wednesdays throughout the summer,

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Roberts’ stellar junior year propels her to competitions BY GRIFFIN FABITS

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Backed by a new diet and a revamped workout regimen, Agua Fria High School junior Riley Roberts mounted the most fruitful season of her young track career this spring. Roberts, the captain of the girls’ track and field team at Agua Fria, was a member of the 4x100 relay team who captured a state championship title on May 4. She placed fifth in both the 100m and 200m sprints. She also took second in the 100-meter sprint at the Meet of Champions on May 11, the bonus week of competition held for every state champion in all divisions across the state. Roberts’s 100m time at the Meet of Champions, 12.13, made her the fourth fastest female in the state in that race. She was also named the Most Valuable Player of Agua Fria’s girls’ track and field team. The last few weeks for Roberts have provided as much joy and jubilation as any first-place finish would. The end of a track season, a dazzling one at that, plus the final week of school, has made

life oh, so sweet. But, the cherry on top of it all arrived in the form of a thick, detailed packet -- handed to her by a talent evaluator — which has shaped Roberts’ summer plans: The distinguished invitation to represent Arizona at the 44th annual Great Southwest Track and Field Classic. The competition, which features premier high school talent in the Southwest region, will be held at the University of New Mexico from June 6 through June 8. “The Great Southwest Classic provides the top few outstanding track and field athletes from each invited state, with a top-notch field of competition among the best athletes in the country,” according to greatsouthwestclassic.com. Roberts learned of the opportunity to compete in the New Mexico event this summer back at a high school meet in March. Moments after winning 100m dash, she was approached by an Arizona state advisory chairperson. “Here,” the chairperson told Roberts, handing her a packet consisting of the

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

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Junior Book Club (Ages 8-12)

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

Come and Play with Me

Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library hosts a weekly open-play group at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, at 11 a.m. for children through age 5. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Zumba at Fitness in the Park

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

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.

Anime Club (Ages 10-18)

Learn Japanese words and cultural facts and watch manga and anime with friends from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

More to Explore

Kids ages 6 to 12 can build structures, experiment, play games and make crafts at this interactive learning program from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library,

495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Thursday

Al-Anon Stepping Stones

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

Toddler Storytime

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

CrossFit at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will cover basic strength and bodyweight training from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Lunch and Learn: Nonviolent De-escalation

Learn skills to defuse a potentially violent individual before they become assaultive from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Harmony Health and Wellness Center, 5200 N. Dysart Road, Building C, Litchfield Park. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. To register, call 623-230-2978.

Latin Dance Aerobics

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

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

Kids Café Food Service Program

Children up to 18 years can enjoy a free, healthy meal and an activity from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Avenue, Avondale. Kids Cafe is a USDA program responsible for ensuring children in low-income areas continue to have access to nutritious meals during long school vacations. The free lunches are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and will be offered Monday through Friday through August 2. For information, call 623-333-2703.

School Supply Donation Collection

Avondale’s Neighborhood and Family Services Department is collecting backpacks and school supply donations for the upcoming school year at Care1st Avondale Resource Center, 328 W. Western Avenue, through July 12. Suggested donations include crayons, colored pencils, pencils, erasers, markers, rulers, composition notebooks, backpacks, folders and other school supplies. For information, email tere@azcommunityimpact.org.

Yoga at the Library

The White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, will hold weekly yoga classes from 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. for adults and teens 12 and older to strengthen flexibility, improve posture, and build concentration. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Three-on-Three Basketball

Teens are invited to bring friends for a mini basketball tournament at 3:30 p.m. at the Dr. Saide Recreation Center, 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6350.

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St. Peter’s RePete Boutique

Stop by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, for casual and formal apparel, jewelry, books, household items and home décor between 9 a.m. and noon. For more information, call 623-935-3279.

Buckeye Valley Daughters of American Revolution

Buckeye Valley Daughters of American Revolution meets at 1 p.m. every first Saturday of the month at Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, 508 Monroe Avenue. For information, call 623-386-3465.

Summer Reading Kickoff

Litchfield Park Library will celebrate the start of the summer reading season from 11 a.m. to noon with crafts and reading program registration at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Verrado by Bashas’ Bookmobile

The Bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at 21064 W. Main Street, Buckeye, from 9 to 11 a.m. Visitors can get library cards and check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Paws for Reading

Preschoolers and school-age children can visit Goodyear Branch Library with a parent to practice reading with a registered therapy dog. The Paws for Reading program starts at 2 p.m. at 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Sunday

Sea Lions at Shipwreck Cove

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

Monday

Baby Time

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 10a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Hope

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

Adult Book Club

Stop by the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street for a library book discussion from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. For the book title and information, call 623-936-2746.

Proposed Property Tax Increase Public Hearing

The city of Avondale is notifying property taxpayers of its intention to raise its primary property taxes over last year’s level by 2%. All local citizens are invited to attend the public hearing on the tax increase at 7 p.m. at the Avondale City Council Chambers, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive.

Craft it Up

Join fellow crafters in this needlework/knitting/crochet group at 11 a.m. and work on new or current projects at Sam Garcia Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avon-

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Wednesday

Family Movie Monday

Join other families at noon at Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street, as they enjoy “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” For information, call 602-652-3000.

Tuesday

Bingo

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

EON Business Monday Night Meet-Ups

Brainstorm, share ideas, get feedback, and network with other business dreamers and owners from 6 to 7 p.m. at Buckeye Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road. For information, call 623-349-6300.

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 623-935-1117.

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.

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.

‘Game of Thrones’ Escape Room

“Game of Thrones” fans are invited to solve riddles to escape the room and defend Castle Black in less than 60 minutes. Each session from 2 to 3:15 p.m. accommodates three to seven participants at the Litchfield Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Participants must be 13 years or older. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Teen Volunteer Tuesdays (Ages 12-18)

Teens looking to serve their community and volunteer for school credit can meet at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library’s Volunteer Tuesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Conversational Café: English/Español

Adults looking to practice the English or Spanish language can engage in one-on-one or small group conversations at the Buckeye Downtown Library, 310 N. Sixth Street, at 5 p.m. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Buckeye Council Meeting

Buckeye City Council will meet at 6 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers, 530 E. Monroe Avenue. For information, call 623-349-6000.

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.

Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study

Disciple Outreach Ministries, a nondenominational ministry, invites all to a Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at 10486 W. Emerald Lane, Avondale. For information, call 623-772-0144.

Lunch and Bunco

Come down to the Goodyear Community Room at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch, Bunco and prizes. The cost is $15. Participants can register by phone or in person at 3075 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-882-7525.

Summer Food Service Program

Lunch will be provided to all children, ages 18 and under, without charge at Esther Angulo Community Center, 9555 W. Van Buren Street, Tolleson, weekdays from 12:15 to 1 p.m. through July 26. Additionally, free breakfast will be served for children from 8 to 8:45 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at Tolleson Park and Recreation Center, 9521 W. Washington Street, through July 26.

Community Center Bookmobile

The Bookmobile, a library on wheels, will be at the Buckeye Community Center at 201 E. Centre Avenue from 11 a.m. to noon. Visitors can get a library card to check out and return books. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Thursday

In Stitches in Goodyear

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

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PebbleCreek Republican Club: Coffee with Kelli

Arizona Republican Party Chairman Dr. Kelli Ward will chat and answer questions about the Republican Party from 10 a.m. to noon at PebbleCreek Resort Community, 15872 W. Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear. Those living in the West Valley who are interested in learning more about the Republican Party are invited to attend. Coffee, tea, orange juice and muffins will be provided. Register at sue.harrison@cox.net.

24-Hour Desert Survival

Learn emergency desert survival skills from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Skyline Park, 2600 N. Watson Road, Buckeye. Attendees will learn how to pack a survival kit, build a fire, signal for help, and more. For information, visit goo.gl/oYWFQ5.

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Meet everybody, anybody, somebody and nobody Here’s a story for us to start off with. This story has been around for a while, but knowing a story and applying the lesson of the story are two different things. This is a story about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody and Nobody. There was an important job to be done and Everybody was sure Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it. Somebody got angry about that because it was Everybody’s job. Everybody thought Anybody could do it, but Nobody realized Everybody wouldn’t do it. It ended up that Everybody blamed Somebody when Nobody did what Anybody could have done. We live in a world of specialists. In some respects, this is great. We all appreciate someone who specializes in a certain area, especially if we need what

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Staying safe during the deadliest days

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The risk of motor vehicle crashes is higher among teens than any other age group. The summer, when they are driving more because school is out, is an especially dangerous time. Over the past five years, nearly 3,500 people were killed in crashes involving teen drivers during the 100 Deadliest Days, between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The average number of daily deaths from crashes involving drivers ages 15-18 is 17% higher compared with the rest of the year, according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. And it’s not just teens who are at risk. Nearly two-thirds of those injured or killed in a crash involving a teen driver are other people. Major factors contributing to fatal teen crashes during the summer include: • Speeding (28%): This growing problem among teen drivers significantly increases the severity of a crash. In the AAA Foundation’s latest Traffic Safety Culture Index, half (49.7%) of teen drivers reported recently speeding on a residential street and nearly 40% say they sped on the freeway. • Drinking and driving (17%): Even though teens cannot legally consume alcohol, one in six teen drivers involved in fatal crashes during the summer tested positive for alcohol.

• Distraction (9%): More than half of teen drivers (52%) report recently reading a text message or email while driving and nearly 40% report recently sending a text or email. While federal crash data shows just under 10% of crashes are related to this type of behavior, AAA Foundation research using in-vehicle dash-cam videos of teen driver crashes found distraction was involved in 58% of teen crashes, approximately four times as many as federal estimates. It is difficult for law enforcement to detect distraction following a crash, which has made it one of the most underreported traffic safety problems. AAA encourages parents to: • Talk with teens early and often about abstaining from dangerous behavior behind the wheel, such as speeding, impairment and distracted driving. • Teach by example and minimize risky behavior. • Make a parent-teen driving agreement (https://bit.ly/2sApHux) setting family rules for teen drivers. AAA recommends that teens preparing to drive enroll in a driver education program that teaches safety skills including avoiding driver distraction. AAA also has tools for parents and teens, including the teendriving. aaa.com website and the AAA online StartSmart program (https://bit.ly/2wcMEqB).

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Residents of LifeStream at Thunderbird were treated to a special performance of Disney musical “Beauty and the Beast” by The Copper Trails Elementary School Chorus. Twenty-five students from fifth through eighth grade of the Avondale Elementary School District shared the timeless songs, story and performance to a rapt audience of over 30 seniors. The show itself was directed by Wendi Bauer, daughter of one of the Chaplains at LifeStream. The students stayed after the curtain call to chat with the LifeStream audience, sharing lunch and plenty of stories. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)

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Celebrate World Oceans Day at Rubio’s, get a free insulated bag

Rubio’s has locations in Avondale and Goodyear. (Photo courtesy Rubio’s)

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Celebrate World Oceans Day and get a free, reusable, insulated lunch bag with any purchase from Rubio’s Coastal Grill. Simply bring the coupon at rubios. com/coupons/world-oceans-day to any Rubio’ Coastal Grill location on Friday, June 7, or Saturday, June 8, while supplies last. Rubio’s Goodyear, 15479 W. McDowell Road, will be open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. both days; and Avondale, 10321 W. McDowell Road, 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. With the eatery’s longstanding commitment to the ocean and sustainability,

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Rubio’s has celebrated World Oceans Day for eight years, gifting more than 160,000 reusable bags. New this year, Rubio’s is giving out reusable lunch bag totes as a replacement to using paper or plastic bags. Rubio’s is also committed to good health, and encourages eating seafood twice a week, based on the American Heart Association’s recommendation. Seafood offers a high-protein, low-fat food, providing health-boosting benefits including omega-3s, essential nutrients and anti-inﬂammatory properties. For more information about Rubio’s Coastal Grill and to view the menu, visit rubios.com.

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The idea of Go Figure is to arrive at the figures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the diagram by following the arithmetic signs in the order they are given (that is, from left to right and top to bottom). Use only the numbers below the diagram to complete its blank squares and use each of the nine numbers only once.

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Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine.

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The Littleton Elementary School District is repurposing wooden pallets into benches and flower pots used in the district’s gardens. Littleton Elementary School’s garden has two benches with another bench located outside of the district office. And the Fine Arts Academy is the last of the seven schools building its garden, taking the initiative to involve the students in the process. “The purpose of the benches is to

give back to the students,” said Anabel Rubio, general manager of food services. “It gives them a space to sit, meditate and enjoy the garden.” The Fine Arts Academy began a garden club where students have hands-on experience in the development of the garden, including the creation of blueprints, landscaping, design and harvesting. The gardens make learning about the growth of fruits and vegetable fun, which opens the students up to implementing more of the food group into their diet.

In addition to the gardens, each school has an on-site compost machine called Ecovim. It’s a food waste dehydration system that holds 60 pounds of food waste. Each kitchen’s staff takes the daily food waste, adds it to the machine and turns it on. When employees return in the morning food has been turned into compost. The compost has been used in the district’s gardens and is available to all staff at the district. Extra compost

is donated to nonprofit Tiger Mountain Foundation. The gardens are not yet certified or equipped to serve back to the school’s dining halls but are on the road to certification. “It is a long-term goal of outs to become certified,” Rubio said. The Littleton Elementary School District is repurposing wooden pallets into benches and flower pots used in the district’s gardens. (Photos courtesy Littleton Elementary School District)

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Libraries encouraging summer reading BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

dent loses one to three months of learning over summer,” said Rep. Lorenzo Sierra, D-Avondale, who helped secure funding for the reading program from Desert Diamond Casino. “Parents can help their child keep their literacy skills up over the summer by mixing in a few minutes of reading into each day.” Summer reading programs are not uncommon, but A Universe of Stories brings an added component with the VSUW data collection. VSUW will track participating student data from this current school year’s fourth quarter benchmark assessments and compare the data to next school year’s first quarter benchmark assessments to determine whether the program lessens the loss of learning that is typical among students in need. “The data collection is unique, and if the results prove positive the analysis could go a long way toward both encouraging parents to have their kids participate in future years as well as

Public libraries in Avondale, Tolleson and Goodyear are joining forces to encourage students to read over the upcoming summer break by providing free books and fun activities aimed at preventing the loss of academic skills referred to as the summer slide. To determine if getting books into the hands of students and encouraging them to read can prevent the summer slide, data will be collected and analyzed by a team at the Valley of the Sun United Way (VSUW). Dubbed Open a Book Enter the Universe, the program is targeted to students from preschool to fourth grade. Participants who read just 20 minutes a day this summer will earn a free book (available in English and Spanish while supplies last). Active participants will also be invited to an end of summer celebration where they can receive more free books. The program is underway at Tolleson Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street; Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale; and Goodyear Library, 14555 W. Van Buren Street. “The National Center for Education Statistics suggests that the average stu-

help raise additional dollars to pay for more books and activities and fund a permanent summer program,” Sierra said. Research completed by the global children’s publishing, education and media company Scholastic reports students and families with increased access to books and learning opportunities over the summer show an increased volume of reading, positive sentiments from families, and fewer students ex-

periencing summer learning loss. In fact, the research shows 78% of students from grades three through five maintained or increased their reading levels from spring to fall; 100% of families agreed reading books over the summer would help their children during the school year; and 87% of students in third grade who received summer books agreed that they were better readers in the fall because of the reading they did over the summer.

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6 ways to keep kids busy this summer BY CARRIE SNIDER

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Parents often wonder how they can help their children stay occupied this summer. Reading programs are standard for the summer, but there are kids classes, local entertainment facilities and ballpark events that parents may not know about. Here are the six programs and attractions to keep kids busy.

West Valley Library Classes & Summer Reading Program With a theme of “A Universe of Stories,” Maricopa County Library District’s Summer Reading Program celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Moon Landing. Goodyear and Litchfield Park branches, as well as Avondale and Buckeye libraries, are all participating. Visit maricopacountyreads.org or head to any of those four library locations for details. Kids can enter minutes read online, plus they can enter “secret codes” for more points (game boards are also available at the library). Those who earn 500 points win a food coupon and 1,000 points earns a free book. Secret codes can be found out in the community at parks, businesses, community centers and other strategic places, as well as at library events. West Valley View readers can get an extra 5 points with the secret code: westvalleyview. The reading programs are a good way of keeping kids from experiencing “the summer slide,” according to Kimberley Carroll, Maricopa County Library District’s west area regional manager. “Reading with children and encouraging children to read at least 20 minutes a day may help reduce or even prevent this loss of learning,” she said. That’s a big reason why the library has a Summer Reading Program. Not only can reading help children continue building their reading skills, the books they read can expand their knowledge in other areas. “For many families with elementary-aged children, the public library is the only community space available during the summer months where they can access free educational and cultural enrichment activities and programs,” Carroll said. “This is particularly im-

portant in Arizona where temperatures keep families on the lookout for inviting indoor spaces.” As a result, libraries in the West Valley tend to see their busiest months in July and August. Summer classes at West Valley library locations are also free and fun. Different branches offer a variety of options, so check out the ones at libraries near you. They include kids’ yoga, story time, family movie nights, science, animals and escape rooms. In addition to the library’s reading program, be sure to check out the summer reading program at Barnes & Noble, 1446 N. Litchfield Road in Goodyear. Print off the reading journal on the website for kids in grades 1 to 6. In August, they can turn in their journal for a free book. Barnes & Noble in Goodyear also has Read to Daisy every Monday, where kids can read to a certified therapy dog. Check out their calendar for other upcoming events.

City parks and recreation activities Buckeye, Goodyear, Avondale, Litchfield Park and Tolleson each have their own city parks and recreation activities that will keep kids busy. Many West Valley parks and recreation departments have summer camps, sports teams and performing or visual art opportunities. Check out their websites or grab a copy of their program guide for details. Buckeye: buckeyeaz.gov/residents/ parks-recreation Goodyear: goodyearaz.gov/government/parks-recreation Avondale: avondaleaz.gov/government/departments/parks-recreation Litchfield Park: litchfield-park. org/25/recreation-services Tolleson: tollesonaz.org/591/ parks-and-recreation-center

Goodyear Ballpark events Free Movie Nights at 7 p.m. monthly. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Bring a blanket and enjoy a movie from the outfield lawn. Light snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. Here is the lineup: “Ralph Breaks the Internet” May 31; “Smallfoot” June 28; “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” August 30; and Captain Marvel September 20. Extended Spring Training is sched-

uled through June 1. Check online calendar at goodyearbp.com for details. The Goodyear Ballpark is located at 1933 S. Ballpark Way.

Local pools and splashpads Pools and splashpads are great ways of staying cool. Many local pools have affordable swim passes so families can visit all summer. Be sure, as well, to check out their swimming lessons and swim teams. If you’d rather cool off by running around in the water, two West Valley public splashpads are fun and free. Goodyear Community Pool at 430 E. Loma Linda Boulevard will have free swim days on June 29 and July 27. They’ll have games, activiclasses are available at area libraries this summer. ties, raffles, prizes and snacks Craft (Photo courtesy Maricopa County Libraries.) on those days. Urban Air Trampoline and AdvenBuckeye Aquatic Center at 207 N. Ninth Street will have free ture Park at 15305 W. McDowell swim days on June 1 and June 8, and Road in Goodyear offers an array of activities, including obstacle course, July 6 and July 13. Southwest Valley YMCA at 2919 N. ropes course, climbing wall and skyLitchfield Road in Goodyear has an rider coaster. Pricing depends on the Olympic-sized swimming pool and attractions selected. For more, visit ura recreational pool with a three-story banairtrampolinepark.com. Main Event at 10315 W. McDowell waterslide. Friendship Park at 12325 W. Mc- Road in Avondale has bowling, arDowell Road in Avondale, and Good- cades, laser tag, karaoke and mini golf. year Community Park at 3151 N. Li- It’s a great way to get out of the heat tchfield Road have free splashpads and have fun indoors. Visit mainevent. open to the public during the summer. com for details about hours, pricing Be sure to bring your own snacks, tow- and specials. Elevate Trampoline Park at 701 N. els and plenty of sunscreen. 137th Avenue in Goodyear has tramArea Fun Parks polines, foam pits, ninja course and Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & toddler area. It’s sure to be a good time Safari Park at 16501 W. Northern Av- for parents and kids of all ages. Go to enue in Litchfield Park has 600 species elevategoodyear.com to learn more. of animals, rides, a petting zoo and dai- Bowlero at 1425 N. Central Avenue in ly shows. They also offer Safari Camp, Avondale has bowling, arcade games which will be held June 17 to June 21 and food. For hours and pricing, inand July 15 to July 19. See wildlife- cluding summer pass options, visit world.com for details. bowlero.com. TeenyTown Playland at 2958 W. In- Planet Fitness at 515 S. Cotton Lane dian School Road in Litchfield Park in Goodyear and 200 N. Avondale offers a fun indoor activity center for Boulevard in Avondale offer free use children 10 and younger. It is a mini of the gym for teens 15-18 through town where kids can pretend to work September 1. It’s a great way for parat a café, or be a teacher, among other ents to spend time with teens improvthings. Visit teenytownplayland.com ing their health. Visit planetfitness.com for hours and pricing. for more information.

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Buckeye welcoming soccer camp Legoland accepting ‘Creative Crew’ applications BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

Kids Classes Estrella Mountain Community College offers summer classes for kids. These include dance, Lego, art, culinary, stop animation, cartooning, sign language, Spanish, STEM coding, science, woodworking and piano. Visit estrellamountain.edu/kids-college for full details. Marcia Ford, EMCC instructional services coordinator, said they started 10 years ago offering just a few computer and culinary classes. “These classes offer the students opportunities to try new activities and take a more in-depth look at current interests, as well as a chance to make new friends,” she said. “We quite often see students exchanging phone numbers at the end of the class to stay in touch.” Home Depot at 1489 N. Dysart Road in Avondale is hosting three workshops for kids this summer: June 1 (putting green) and July 6 and August 3, the

Center Arizona, invitations to exclusive events and a Creative Crew T-shirt to wear to monthly meetings and activities. Apply at https://bit.ly/2EdY6Hc before Sunday, June 9, for consideration. Those chosen to move on to the final round will then receive invites to take part in a building competition on Saturday, June 15, at Arizona Mills, which will ultimately determine who makes the final cut. For more information, email arizona@ legolanddiscoverycenter.com, visit legolanddiscoverycenter.com/arizona or follow @LDCArizona on Facebook. latter of which at TBA. Workshops are free. Visit sciencefaircentral.com for details. Science Fair Central, built by The Home Depot, and Discovery Education have joined forces to help STEAM power classrooms and homes across the country as students prepare for their careers. As special guests, The Automatons, robotics club from Odyssey charter school in Buckeye, will be at the workshops. Come out to meet the team, learn about robotics and STEAM, meet their robot Sebra who took them to the State Championships this year, and build your project. Michaels at 1475 N. Litchfield Road in Goodyear has many craft classes geared toward families throughout the summer, including a butterfly puppet garden, painted rock bugs and a Father’s Day puzzle card. Check the event calendar for the Goodyear location at michaels.com.

personalized skills evaluation. There’s also a week of focused instruction to prepare players for the fall soccer season in Buckeye. Space is limited. Registration is available at https://bit.ly/2HtQ3YB. To learn more about all of Buckeye’s sports programs, visit buckeyeaz.gov/ rec or call 623-349-6350.

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Soccer lovers from 4 to 16 years old can now look to Buckeye. The far west city’s recreation department plans to host a weeklong international soccer camp from Monday, June 10, through Friday, June 14, at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. The camp is designed to provide children with a fun opportunity to learn grow and share positive and educational camp experiences. The skills learned at camp not only develop success on the field, but also inspire confidence and happiness and build self-esteem. An international soccer coach instructs each class. From 8 to 9 a.m. tiny tikes, or those ages 4 to 5, can pay $55 to participated. Then, from 9 a.m. to noon is the halfday camp, for those ages 6 to 16. That one costs $65. For enrolling, campers receive a camp T-shirt, soccer ball, poster and

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Frances A. Knight Frances A Knight, age 82 of Goodyear,died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family and Phoenician Hospice on May 15, 2019. She was born November 4, 1936, in Hobbs, NM to Herman and Cleo Fuchs. She is survived by her husband, Jerry F. Knight; daughters, Geri Spencer (Rick) and Teri Peck (Chris); two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear.

Dolores R. Chapa Dolores R. Chapa, age 87 of Avondale passed away May 20th, 2019 in Avondale. She was born April 1st, 1932 in Odem, Texas. She is survived by her children, Rudy, Jim (Elsa) Chapa, Paul (Annie) Chapa, Patricia, Joanne (Johnny) Murray, Bobby, Gilbert (Molly) Chapa and one sister Mela Puente, 9 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. Funeral Services will be held on Monday June 3rd, 2019 at St. John Vianney Church 9:30am-11:00am and laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery 9925 W. Thomas Rd Avondale, AZ 85392.

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Janet McKinney 84, of Phoenix passed away April 25, 2019 with her son and daughter in law by her side. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alvin McKinney; sons, Dennis, Daniel; father, Joseph Zagar and mother, Mary Zagar. Janet is survived by her son David (Cheryl) and daughter Donna, five grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, brother Tom, niece Jennifer and her family. The services will be held on May 30th at St. Thomas Aquinas at 10:30. Then laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family would like to thank Palo Verde Cancer Center, their Staff and Hospice of The Valley for all their support. Donate can be made to Hospice of The Valley.

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Mary Clare Allar Mary C. Allar, 79, of Avondale, Arizona died Friday, April 12, 2019 at her home. Born Mary Clare Pacheco on December 30, 1939 to Louis Francis Pacheco and Helen Amanda Dix in LaGrange, Georgia. She was the eldest daughter with one sister, Willa Louise Joan. Mary graduated in 1956 from Marshfield Senior High School in Marshfield, Wisconsin. She later went on to Nursing School at the Sisters of Our Sorrowful Mother in Marshfield to become a Registered Nurse. In the fall of 1981 she expanded her Nursing degree and studied to be a Nurse Practitioner, then moved to Phoenix, Arizona in the spring of 1984. She was employed as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner by CIGNA Healthcare until her retirement. Mary enjoyed life. She loved flowers and attracting birds to her garden. She liked to go camping and traveling. She was an avid book reader. She loved to knit and sew. She loved to do crossword puzzles and played a mean game of Scrabble. She had a love for music, playing piano and singing in the church choir. She was a patron of the arts- attending performances with friends and family. Her family and her church were very important to her, as were her cats. Mary is survived by her sister Willa Hathaway of Minnesota, her children, Michael (Mary Louise) Billman of Minnesota, Beth (Greg) Walsh of Marshfield, Kathy (Bob) Shaeffer of Arizona, Abby (Brian) McDougall of Wausau, Wendy Allar of Wisconsin Rapids and Dana Allar (Mark Edgar) of Switzerland, as well as her 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 2 cats, Nutmeg and Patches. Mary was preceded in death by her husbands Gerald Billman and Ronald Allar, one grandchild, Christopher Kleinow, and one great-grandchild, Aiden Pfantz. She will be missed by so many who loved her.

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USDA Rural Development subsidized apartment homes may be available at this time. Income restrictions apply USDA Rural Development is an Equal Opportunity Lender, Provider, and Employer. Complaints of discrimination should be sent to: USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, Washington, D.C. 20250M9410 Professionally Managed by Guardian Management LLC, an equal opportunity provider

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PUBLIC NOTICE The Odyssey Preparatory Academy, Inc. will be destroying the unclaimed Special Education records for scholars who exited Special Education Services in this district prior to and during the 2014-2015 school year on or after July 31, 2019. Odyssey will be sending out letters of notification to parents/guardians of former scholars last known address. If you do not receive a letter and think that you might have records that would be available for claiming, lease contact the Special Education Office at the campus location the scholar previously attended.

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RON TRINKA REALTY 623-853-2525 MNLS # 1707061, 1462431 - Ronald Trinka

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION OF J LAZY K RANCH FAMILY TRUST FOR INCLUSION OF LANDS INTO BUCKEYE WATER CONSERVATION & DRAINAGE DISTRICT

INVITATION TO BID Bids: Wednesday, July 10, 2019 – 10:00am Arizona Time Project: Verrado Marketside Phase 3 CFD Civil Improvements

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that The J Lazy K Ranch Family Trust, owner of the following lands adjacent to the boundaries of Buckeye Water Conservation & Drainage District:

DMB White Tank, LLC seeks qualified General Contractors, with a minimum A- General Engineering license, to submit sealed bids for the Marketside Phase 3 CFD Civil Improvements which consists of, but is not limited to storm drain, concrete, paving, street lights, signage &amp; striping in accordance with the plans and specifications (the “Work”). The Successful Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination associated with the Work. Copies of the plans, specifications, bid documents and detailed information for this project will be available on Thursday, June 6, 2019. Contact Deana Burris at dburris@dmbinc.com to make arrangements to receive the bid documents. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held in the DMB offices located at 4236 N Verrado Way, Suite 200, Buckeye, AZ 85396 – Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 1:00 pm. All interested parties are invited to attend. It is recommended that interested parties RSVP prior to the meeting. Sealed bids will be received Wednesday, July 10, 2019 no later than 10:00am Arizona Time 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 DMB White Tank, LLC as the Obligee, as a guarantee that the Contractor will enter into a contract to perform the Work, or as liquidated damages in the event the Contractor refuses or fails to enter into the Contract with DMB White Tank, LLC upon award. Cashiers checks will not be accepted. The bonds will be returned to all Contractors whose bids are not awarded the Contract, and to the successful Contractor, upon execution of the Contract, and receipt of Payment and Performance bonds for the Work. The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment and Performance bond will be required in the amount of 100% of the original Contract value for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certificate of Insurance evidencing their ability to meet the insurance requirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry property damage and public liability insurance and shall hold and save harmless DMB White Tank, LLC, DMB White Tank, LLC, the City of Buckeye and the Verrado District 1 Community Facilities District from any employer’s liability and from any and all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as specified in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid documents will be deemed incomplete, and will be rejected. DMB White Tank, LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withhold the award for any reason DMB White Tank, LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject to approval by DMB White Tank, LLC or its representatives. Interested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information, or contact Deana Burris at dburris@dmbinc.com – reference Verrado Marketside Phase 3 CFD Civil Improvements. No engineer’s estimate will be distributed. Publish: West Valley View, May 29, Jun 5, 2019 / 21001

See Exhibit A attached hereto. has filed a Petition with the Board of Directors requesting that the lands described above be included in the District. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a hearing with respect to the Petition will be held at 12:00 p.m. on June 20, 2019, at the offices of the District, 205 E Roosevelt Avenue, Buckeye, Arizona. Any interested persons objecting to the allowance of the Petition are required to appear at the offices of the District at 12:00 p.m. on June 20,2019 and show cause why the Petition should not be granted. Any persons objecting to the allowance of the Petition are required to file such objections as they may have in writing in the office of the District, 205 Roosevelt Avenue, Buckeye, Arizona, on or before the time herein fixed for the hearing and to appear at such time in support of their objection. DATES: 5/9/2019 BUCKEYE WATER CONSERVATION AND DRAINAGE DISTRICT BY /s/ Noel Carter Secretary EXHIBIT A (Description of the Land) TAX PARCEL NO: 502-50-010L PARCEL ADDRESS: 5001 SPERRYVILLE RD GOODYEAR 85338 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: THE SOUTH 265 FEET OF LOT 1 (APPROXIMATELY 7.1 ACRES) LYING SOUTH OF THE DIXON DITCH, A LATERAL OF THE BUCKEYE CANAL, IN SECTION 27 TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST OF THE GILA AND SALT RIVER BASE AND MERIDIAN, EXCEPT THE WEST 260 FEET. TAX PARCEL NO: 502-50-0lOM PARCEL ADDRESS: 5001 SPERRYVILLE RD GOODYEAR 85338 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: THATPARTOFLOT 1 (APPROXIMATELY 3.8 ACRES), LYING IMMEDIATELY SOUTH OF THE DIXON DITCH, A LATERAL OF THE BUCKEYE CANAL, IN SECTION 27 TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 2 WEST OF THE GILA AND SALT RIVER BASE AND MERIDIAN, EXCEPT THE WEST 260 FEET AND THE SOUTH 265 FEET. Published: West Valley View and West Valley Business, May 22, 29, Jun 5, 2019 / 20762

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