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July 17, 2019

Schools can replace oﬃcers with counselors

By PAUL MARYNIAK

West Valley View Staff Writer

Six West Valley school districts will have to decide whether grant money they now use to pay for security officers should be diverted to hiring counselors or social workers. The state superintendent of public schools has advised that Tolleson Elementary, Tolleson Union High School, Alhambra Elementary, Deer Valley Unified and Dysart Unified school districts can re-examine their use of School Safety Program grants they now get for school resource officers. Meanwhile, districts that don’t have schools on a current waiting list for grant money won’t be getting any of the $20 million the State Legislature authorized for hiring resource officers, counselors or social workers. And while the 87 schools on that waiting list will be sharing in that new money, it’s unclear when. That list includes all of Glendale Union High School District’s schools as well as four others in Deer Valley — Deer Valley High, Mountain Ridge, Sandra Day O’Connor and Vista Peak. The state education board recently voted to hold off immediately distributing those funds before the 2019-20 school

State schools Superintendent Kathy Hoffman and Education Board member Lucas Narducci differ on when to cut loose $20 million appropriate by the State Legislature for counselors or school resource officers. (Photo courtesy Capitol Media Services)

year begins. “The State Board ruled to hold the money for the 87 schools on the wait list for the 2019-20 school year until the process

for dispersing funds to either SROs and/ or counselors is further discussed,” said

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Nike conﬁrms partnership with Goodyear

BY HOWARD FISCHER

West Valley View Contributing Writer

Arizona is landing a new Nike plant despite what appeared to be efforts by Gov. Doug Ducey to blow up the plan. And now he’s a cheerleader. “This is good news for Arizona,” the governor said in a July 11 Twitter post, cit-

ing the more than 500 jobs and $184 million in capital investment by Nike to build part of its Air line of sneakers in Goodyear. “We welcome @Nike to our state.” But an aide to the governor said he has not backed down from his decision to rescind an offer by the Arizona Commerce Authority to provide a $1 million incentive

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Valle del Sol honors Pendergast board’s Quezada BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

Martín Quezada will be honored with the Profiles of Success Recognition by Valle del Sol. The Profiles of Success Hispanic Leadership Awards Celebration will recognize Latino leadership at 11 a.m. Friday, September 6, at the Phoenix Convention Center. Quezada was selected due to his significant philanthropic contributions, his support for nonprofit organizations and community development. The luncheon launches National Hispanic Heritage Month in Arizona and is attended by nearly 1,600 people. The funds raised from this event will give new hope to the thousands of men, women, children, families and elderly

Nike...continued from page 1 nick, who has been featured in Nike ads, told the company the flag is a reminder to the black community of the slavery that was occurring at the same time in the 18th century. Nike said, at the time, it halted distribution “based on concerns that it could unintentionally offend and detract from the nation’s patriotic holiday.”

Safety...continued from page 1 Stefan Swiat, spokesman for the state education department. “The schools that are already on the program — and about to go into the third year of the cycle of the program — are allowed to continue to those receive funds,” he added, explaining: “The state board just wants more time to discuss the process of administering funds to schools who would like either an SRO and/or a school counselor or social worker in their schools.” The board doesn’t meet again until August 26. School officials across the state hoped the $20 million appropriation would help them address the worst counselor-student ratio in the nation. Arizona’s student-to-counselor ratio is 905-to-1 — well above the national average of 455-to-1 and the recommended ratio of 250-to-1. “With the amount of school shootings and the importance of mental health in schools, we think it’s time that Arizona starts to lower that ratio,” Ja-

who need Valle del Sol’s help. Quezada was born in Maryvale and attended public schools in the Peoria Unified School District, and later earned degrees from Glendale Community College, ASU and ASU’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. In school, Quezada’s values of activism and public service developed as he studied criminal justice, ethnic studies and law. He recognized education had given him an opportunity that others had been denied because of cultural, financial or social barriers. He became involved in student and activist organizations to remove those barriers and give everyone the opportunities they deserved. Quezada served a judicial clerk-

ship on the Arizona Court of Appeals and started a law practice before re-entering the political world as a candidate. He was elected to the Pendergast Elementary School District Governing Board in the 2010 general election and was re-elected in 2014 and 2018. He was appointed to the Arizona House of Representatives in 2012 to represent District 13 and was elected for District 29 later that year. In 2014, Quezada was elected to the state Senate and was re-elected there in 2016 and 2018. “Martin is a beacon of light for our school district and the communities he serves,” said Dr. Lily Matos DeBlieux, Pendergast District superintendent.

“He is a dedicated community leader who is always speaking out for the betterment of others. We are proud of his accomplishments and grateful for all he does to help serve the students, staff and families that he cares so deeply about in the Pendergast District and Legislative District 29.” Quezada’s service to his community in and out of public office has been recognized multiple times. He’s been named the Rep. Ed Pastor Outstanding Graduate Student; one of Arizona’s Top 40 Hispanic Leaders Under Age 40 by Univision Radio and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; and was School Board Member of the Year by the Arizona Latino Administrators Association.

But Ducey, in a series of nine tweets at 2 a.m. July 2, said the company “has bowed to the current onslaught of political correctness and historical revisionism.” “It is a shameful retreat for the company,” the governor continued, saying American businesses should be proud of the country’s history, not abandoning it. And that, he said, made Nike unworthy of the state incentive.

“We don’t need to suck up to companies that consciously denigrate our nation’s history,” Ducey wrote. Despite Ducey’s tweetstorm and rescission of the grant, Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord reassured Nike her city would still honor the commitments it made for about $1 million in incentives and a similar amount in fee waivers. Nike said July 11 it will begin renovating an existing building later this

summer, with production of Nike Air soles expected to start in early 2020. In a prepared statement Eric Sprunk, Nike’s chief operating officer, thanked both the state and the city “for their partnership,” making no mention of the lost $1 million state grant.

nine Menard, a member of the Arizona School Counselors Association’s board and a counselor with the Tolleson Elementary School District, told KTAR Radio after the board vote. Grants are awarded every three years, and by law, the next round of applications are due by April 15. Schools that previously applied for a safety grant did so more than two years ago, at a time when the program exclusively funded school resource officers. But most education board members indicated an unwillingness to distribute the money until all schools can apply — something they can’t do before next April. Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman cast the sole vote against holding onto the money — and possibly making it unavailable before the 2020-21 school year. A week before the board meeting, Hoffman had issued a directive to schools that state: “Given the limited period between when the school safety legislation and budget passed and the start of the up-

coming academic year, there simply is not enough time for (the education department) to launch a new grant process for all schools following the criteria of the law. Moreover, if (the education department) were to release a new application for all schools in 2019, schools would still need to reapply in spring 2020.” Throughout late last year and early this year, students appeared before numerous school boards urging them to hire more counselors and social workers. Some knew students who had taken their lives — or attempted to — and said they could have been helped if counselors were on their campuses. They expressed frustration that the counselors that were at their schools were overwhelmed not only by their huge caseload but also by responsibilities that had nothing to do with student emotional and mental well-being. Instead, the students said, counselors were focused on college prep programs and other responsibilities handed to them by the administration.

They also argued that counselors and social workers were more effective than SROs in preventing violence in schools because they were better equipped to address the problems that can provoke a troubled student into attacking classmates. Among the 114 schools that receive grants to pay for SROs, Tolleson Elementary has two that split their time among its four schools while Tolleson Union has a resource officer in each of its five schools. Washington Elementary’s grant keeps a resource officer in its middle schools and junior highs as well as at Sunnyslope and Washington Elementary. Alhambra uses its grant for a fulltime SRPO at Simpson School and one that splits time between Seville West Middle School and Sevilla Primary School. Deer Valley’s three grant-funded SROs are assigned to Barry Goldwater High, Paseo Hills and Deer Valley Middle School while Dysart Unified has a grant for one SRO at Dysart High.

Howard Fischer writes for Capitol Media Service. On Twitter: @azcapmedia.

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Compass moving into Goodyear technology corridor

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Compass Datacenters will build a campus on 225 acres of land at the northwest corner of Bullard Avenue and Yuma Road in Goodyear, with future phases to include six additional data centers. The Goodyear City Council unanimously approved an agreement at a recent meeting. The first phase, delivering a combined 72 MW of IT load, is expected to be completed by the end of the year. At full build-out, the eight data centers will be over 1.8 million square feet, equivalent to 31 football fields and capable of 350 MW. In addition, the project will improve power infrastructure, which benefits the city in the long term. “Compass Datacenters is a world-class company and a magnificent addition to our growing technology base,” Mayor Georgia Compass Datacenters’ Goodyear campus will offer three diverse fiber paths and new power infrastructure with a 230kV substation adjacent to the site. (Illustration courtesy city of Goodyear) Lord said. “The city and Compass are working together in an and new power infrastructure with a effort to provide our community with high-end jobs strategic company growth.” The campus model is a natural evo- 230kV substation adjacent to the site. and high-tech solutions. Goodyear is quickly beCompass Datacenters joins the coming a dynamic location for tech companies and lution of Compass’ business model, knowledge workers. We are excited to have Com- delivering dedicated data centers with growing list of high-caliber technoloindustry-leading delivery timeframes gy companies including Vantage and pass as a valued partner in this red-hot market.” Compass CEO Chris Crosby said the greater and cost efficiency. The Goodyear Stream Data Centers, which were both campus offers three diverse fiber paths announced earlier this year. Phoenix area was a natural step for the company. “It’s an important location for cloud and hyperscale customers, due to its geographic location, availability of fiber connectivity, affordable cost of data center operations, and the rarity of natural disasters,” Crosby said. “We have been working closely with a number Florian T. Walter of cloud, colocation and hyperscale customers. D.O. These data centers will allow customers to reduce Raj S. Rathee, M.D. their on-going operating costs and will provide Jordan Oland them with complete control over every element M.D. of the building — including security, campus netB.J. Ho work connectivity, operations and maintenance — D.O. all on the aggressive timeline they demand.” Sarah Colwell D.O. Goodyear officials, APS and the Greater PhoeIngrid Gold nix Economic Council worked together to assist CNM Compass in bringing its facility to the city. Meaghan Gomez FNP-C “Data management and storage are critically imBritt Michie portant in our modern world, and Goodyear is an atRNC, MSN, WHNP tractive destination for companies like Compass that Jennifer Woodruff provide these vital high-tech services,” said Michael RNC, MSN, WHNP Martin, APS’ director of economic development. Morgan Pellegrini PA-C “This shows again what can be done with strong Tracy Burns economic development partnerships and access CNM to clean, reliable energy to help our communities Michaela Wagner grow and prosper.” CNM GPEC President and CEO Chris Camacho said 623-846-7558 greater Phoenix is rapidly becoming the leading 9930 W. Indian School Road market for data centers in the United States. Phoenix, AZ 85037 “The region’s ideal southwest location offers 1170 N. Estrella Parkway very low risk of natural disasters, low latency, roSuite A107 bust infrastructure and close proximity to a broad Goodyear, AZ 85338 customer base,” Camacho said. “Data drives innovation, and we’re excited that Compass Datacenwww.estrellawomenshealthcenter.com ters selected Goodyear as the next step for their

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Avondale Police recruiting Breast cancer survivors for citizen academy wanted for study BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

The Avondale Police Department is offering its citizen police academy for those who want to learn more about law enforcement operations. The CPA is designed for residents of Avondale and the surrounding communities, and members of the business community to provide an inside look at the police department and law enforcement operations. The CPA provides qualiﬁed participants with an introduction to the department’s functions and resources, with the goal of providing greater awareness and understanding of law enforcement’s role in the community. The program is eight weeks and meets weekly from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays starting September 17. Partici-

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Mosquitoes appear less of a problem for WV – so far BY CECILIA CHAN

West Valley View Staff Writer

Vector control specialist Jason Gillette checked a funky-looking mosquito trap hanging from a tree. The gallon cooler is filled with dry ice and poked with holes that emit carbon dioxide — mimicking respiration and attracting mosquitoes that are then blown into a cylindrical net by a handsize fan. “We catch mosquitoes year-round,” said Gillette, gathering the trap — one of 29 he collected for the trip back to the Maricopa County vector lab. “This season seems like it’s a little busy.” Not only is the mosquito season an active one, but the county lab is seeing a significant number of traps testing positive for West Nile virus and St. Louis encephalitis, said Johnny Dilone, spokesman for the county Department of Environmental Services. As of July 1, the number of mosquito traps testing positive for West Nile in the county was 315 and 153 for encephalitis, Dilone said. For all of 2018, the county reported 138 positive traps

for West Nile and 106 positive traps for encephalitis. “If we keep on experiencing the same trend this week, we would most likely see those numbers go up,” Dilone said. But for much of the West Valley, the county so far has found less reason to set traps and conduct fogging operations. Trap settings and fogging operations have been as extensive in Glendale as they have been in the East Valley, but are less so in Peoria, Buckeye, Tolleson and other parts of the West Valley, according to a map maintained by the county. West Nile virus, which can lead to neuroinvasive disease in humans such as meningitis and encephalitis, is the most common mosquito-borne disease in Arizona. So far this year there have been 18 confirmed cases of humans contracting West Nile virus from the bite of an infected mosquito, according to Jessica Rigler, assistant director for public health prevention at the state Department of Health Services. All of the cases were in Maricopa County. Eleven

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of those cases involved some kind of neurological complication, Rigler said. Last year, 27 human cases in the state tested positive for the virus — 24 in Maricopa County — and resulted in six deaths, according to the department. St. Louis encephalitis, on the other hand, is rare in Arizona, with no human case reported this year or last year. In 2015, Maricopa County saw an outbreak that sickened 22 people and resulted in two deaths. Dilone attributed the increase in positive samples mostly to a higher number of infected birds. “Obviously mosquitoes get the virus from birds and spread the virus to other birds and to humans,” he said. Rigler said pools testing positive for mosquitoes also are on the increase this year statewide. When adult mosquitoes are collected from a surveillance trap, they are divided by species, with one pool counted for each species. “We’ve had a significant increase of positive pools so far this year for West Nile,” she said. “We had 184 positive pools compared to 20 the same time last year. St. Louis encephalitis so far we’ve had 107 positive pools compared with four the same time last year.” She said most of the positive mosquito pools were in the eastern side of the county but could not explain the reason. She also could not explain why the increase in mosquitoes testing positive for the two viruses. As of May 31, over 11,700 mosquito traps have been set in Arizona, mostly in Maricopa and Pinal counties, the state agency reported — about a third of the

total 41,755 traps set up for all of 2018. Rigler said more surveillance traps will be added as the year progresses. Dilone said more than 800 of those traps are deployed weekly in different locations in Maricopa County. Traps are set up in the afternoon and taken down the next morning. The traps Gillette oversees are set in populated areas mostly near green belts and on land next to horse properties. “We have thousands of areas identified as problem areas throughout the year that had issues with mosquito breeding,” Dilone said. “There are problem areas throughout the Valley. Obviously where there is water, there is a risk there. Lot of times it can be a property that has containers collecting water or a swimming pool not working properly or a pond.” So far this year, the county has received 1,016 complaints about green swimming pools — another source of mosquitoes. In 2018, it received 728, according to Dilone. Traps are brought to the county lab, where the captured mosquitoes are counted and sorted by species. “We separate the female mosquitoes and then we test each trap individually to see if they test positively for West Nile virus or St. Louis encephalitis,” Dilone said. Lab technicians also look out for Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which are tested for Chikungunya, Dengue and Zika viruses. While Dilone attributed this year’s

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Avondale/Maricopa traffic signal under construction BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

The city of Avondale has hired Talis Construction to start construction on a new traffic signal to be installed at the intersection of Avondale Boulevard/Maricopa Street. Work is expected to begin July 29. The project will include the installation of traffic signal poles, mast arms and other related equipment. New ADA ramps will also be installed at the intersection to meet current design standards and also connect fiber-optic communications so the new signal can communicate to the city’s traffic operations center. The fiber-optic line will

also connect center’s communications to the existing traffic signal at Avondale and Coldwater Springs boulevards to facilitate smooth traffic flow on this busy arterial. The project is expected to be completed by the end of September. During construction, the traveling public can expect occasional travel lane closures; motorists are advised to follow all traffic signs and detours. The city budgeted $698,000 during this current fiscal year for this project, to include the design and construction. For more information, call 623-3334200.

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Zamora sentenced to 20 years for sexual conduct

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Brittany Zamora was sentenced July 12 to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexual conduct with a minor, attempted molestation of a child and public sexual indecency in connection to a sexual relationship with a young student. “Today’s sentencing is fitting for an individual who exploited her position as a teacher to groom and then abuse a young teen student,” Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery said. “Prosecutors and law enforcement will continue to be relentless in making Arizona the most unwelcome place for child sex predators.” On March 21, 2018, police were

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Mosquitoes...continued from page 6 significant number of mosquitoes to wetter weather during the spring, things are starting to slow down. “We’ve not had the rain or accumulation of rain,” he said. “This situation of traps testing positive and having a large number of mosquitoes may change if we experience a dry summer. Weather is always a crucial one. Mosquitoes need water; need stagnant water for three to four days (to breed).” So far, the monsoon season, which generally brings rain and mosquitoes, is off to a late start. The season officially started June 15 but is delayed this year with the Phoenix area seeing abnormally dry weather for the next few weeks due to El Nino persisting longer than expected, according to meteorologist Sean Benedict with the National Weather Service in Phoenix. Monsoon season ends officially on September 30. “Just because it’s a dry start doesn’t mean a dry ending,” he said. “It could be like last year, when there was more rain toward the end of the season.” What moisture that’s come so far has been to the periphery of Phoenix and southeastern Arizona, such as along the White Mountains, he said. As for the upcoming winter, it’s trending toward a typical drier season, he said. But even in dry weather mosquitoes can still breed. Female mosquitoes can lay their eggs in a single water-bottle cap filled with water. And because mosquito eggs can remain dormant until activated by water, it’s important for people to dump out any standing water, Rigler said.

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Besides year-round monitoring and education, the county’s protocol for combating mosquito-borne diseases includes fogging, the airborne spraying of pesticides from the back of a truck from midnight to 5 a.m. Fogging is conducted in a 1-squaremile area of a trap provided it meets one of three conditions — 30-plus Culex mosquitoes present in the trap, 300plus mosquitoes (primarily floodwater mosquitoes) in a trap or the trap tests positive for West Nile or encephalitis, according to Dilone. Asked if the department expected to increase fogging this year, Dilone said it depended on the weather. “Fogging is conducted based on traps meeting our fogging protocol or not,” he said. “We have been fogging quite actively this year, since April 21.” In Gilbert so far this year, areas surrounding traps meeting the county criteria have already been fogged once. The area that includes Zanjero Park and the area that includes Mercy Gilbert Medical Center have both been fogged three times already. Fogging also occurred three times in an area that encompasses Roadrunner Park in Chandler and a portion of the Layton Lakes neighborhood in Gilbert. “Usually the southeast is an area with a lot of activity because we have lots of farms and lots of areas that are conducive for mosquitoes like the Riparian,” said Dilone, who lives in Gilbert. “I know there is still ‘ag land’ in Gilbert, more than in other areas.” The county also offers free mosquito-eating fish, called gambusias, that can be placed into personal ponds or stagnant swimming pools.

Tips to ward off mosquitoes: • Don’t allow any outside water to stand for more than four days. • Drill holes in the bottom of any unused containers so water can’t collect. • Remove or drain any standing water from birdbaths, discarded tires, flowerpots (check the dish underneath the flowerpot), wheelbarrows, barrels, tin cans that are left outdoors. • Immediately remove any water that collects on pool covers. • Make sure the pool’s pump is circulating water properly. • Fill in any low depression areas in lawns. • Remove areas such as dense shrubbery where mosquitoes breed and rest. • Make certain that door and window screens fit tightly and do not have holes. If there are no screens, keep doors and windows closed from evening to dawn. • Stay indoors from dusk to dawn when mosquitoes are most active; otherwise cover up and use insect repellent for extra protection. • Wear long-sleeve shirts, long pants and socks when outdoors during mosquito active times • Spray any clothing with repellents containing DEET, as mosquitoes easily bite through thin clothing such as cotton T-shirts. For more information, go to fightthebitemaricopa.org, or call 602-506-6616 for information and complaints. For free mosquito fish, call 602-506-0700 to schedule a pick-up time. (Source: Maricopa

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Autistic child left on bus in Goodyear A nonverbal, autistic 16-year-old child was left on a bus for about three hours July 9 at Precious Home Services, a day care for disabled children, according to Goodyear Police Department spokeswoman Lisa Berry. According to the initial investigation, the bus picked up several students and took them to school. The bus driver then parked the bus and didn’t follow exit procedures, which includes checking each row on the bus for passengers. After about three hours, the child was found on the empty bus. The child was transported to the hospital for heat-related issues and is expected to recover. No arrests have been made at this time and the investigation is ongoing, Berry said.

Person of interest named in attempted fireworks robbery Steffany Ulyssa Montenegro, a person of interest in the July 3 attempted

armed robbery of a firecredit cards stolen from works stand and its owner, Buckeye, according to was found and booked into Donna Rossi, Buckeye the Fourth Avenue Jail on Police Department spokesa probation violation, acwoman. cording to Lisa Berry with The cards were stolen the Goodyear Police Defrom vehicles or homes. partment. The stolen credit cards She is not being charged were used illegally to purin the attempted armed robchase items at the Lowe’s bery at this time; however, in Buckeye on Watson the investigation is ongoRoad just south of I-10. Steffany Ulyssa Montene- Surveillance video was obing, Berry said. was a person of interMontenegro allegedly gro est in a July 3 attempted tained of that suspect and drove the vehicle from the armed robbery of a Good- released to the public. scene and abandoned it in year fireworks stand. (Photo Detectives have since courtesy Goodyear Police DePhoenix, where the car was partment) learned that same suspect, recovered. along with accomplicThe deceased suspect was recently es, has used the credit cards stolen at identified as 26-year-old Daniel Torres Lowe’s stores across the Valley, inof Buckeye. Torres attempted to rob cluding in Tempe, Gilbert and Chanthe fireworks stand at gunpoint when dler, according to Rossi. he was shot by the victim, who was “Additional surveillance photos have working there. been obtained and are being released,” Rossi said. “The hope is that the public Buckeye Police: can help identify these individuals rackSuspects on rip-off rampage ing up thousands of dollars in illegally A string of thefts from Valley home purchased items and exploiting the idenimprovement stores is being linked to tification and credit of innocent victims.”

These two men are alleged to have used stolen credit cards to purchase items at Lowe’s in Buckeye on Watson Road. (Photo courtesy Buckeye Police Department)

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Avondale master-planned development adds builders BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

Brookfield Residential has confirmed Shea Homes and Landsea Homes have joined its roster of builders for phase one of Alamar, a master-planned community in Avondale. Shea and Landsea homes are the first of several builders Brookfield plans to partner with for the first phase, which includes 461 homesites developed within six distinct neighborhoods, slated to open in second half of 2020. Shea Homes will build 82 homes, spread out among two parcels, while Landsea Homes will build 75 homes, also spread out among two parcels. “Both Shea and Landsea Homes represent premier quality builders that homebuyers can expect to see at Alamar,” said Brad Chelton, senior vice president, Brookfield Residential Arizona. “We plan to offer a number of premium features, including high-quality homes and unique lifestyle amenities that will establish Alamar as a leading community in the West Valley.” Alamar is located just north of the Sierra Estrella Mountains at Avondale and Broadway boulevards, on a 1,130-

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Landsea Homes will be part of Alamar, a new master-planned community in Avondale. (Submitted rendering)

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Election perspective Editor:

When I see how effective President Trump’s first agenda has been for America, when I consider what socialism has to offer, I cannot wait for the 2020 election. In a debate, President Trump will eat up sleepy Joe Biden. Unfortunately, Biden will not get the Democratic nomination because he would be an embarrassment. His support has already started to erode. He stumbles over his words like a buffoon. Bernie Sanders will pick up the mantle. However, Sanders is a loser because the progressive wing of the party, which is essentially all the other candidates, will not let him get the nomination. The progressives will savage Sanders like they savaged Brett Kavanaugh, in an attempt to destroy him and, in doing so, deprive him of the nomination. The progressive base wants one of their very own. One of their very own? What does that mean? Well, more than likely a black female like Kamala Harris from the banana republic of California would be a good guess. Or possibly Pocahontas from the equally radical commonwealth of Massachusetts. Of course, the litmus test will be someone who supports good old American values like killing babies in the womb, demanding reparations for minorities, confiscating guns, downsizing our military, raising taxes, demanding a politically correct society and banning free speech. Yes, proud progressive American values. The 2020 election will be decided by the nonpolitical, nonideological independents. Once the debates happen and independents can see how far out in leftfield the Democratic Party has gone, the election won’t even be close. Don’t kid yourselves; the president will call out these progressives to the national audience, just as he calls out fake news. People who have never liked Trump will suddenly thank God for him. The very far-out progressives will

expose themselves and their real agenda during the debates. Their problem is nobody in their right mind would want to live under authoritarianism, which is what they are offering. A real concern I have is this: After the Republicans gain full control of Congress and the presidency in 2020, will the progressives and their ilk become completely unhinged and take to the streets in an attempt at full-blown destruction and anarchy? Hopefully not. Pray they will remain in their safe spaces! Roy Azzarello Goodyear

Sounding off about shoes Editor:

The most articulate and thoughtful comments I have seen thus far regarding the “Nike Betsy Ross” controversy were posited in Zack Griendling’s letter in the July 10 issue of the West Valley View. He nailed the gist and substance of both Nike’s actions and Ducey’s disgraceful (at least in my opinion) reaction. When I first saw Ducey’s tweet, I was appalled at his temerity in emulating “tweetmaster” Trump with a somewhat ignorant blast regarding Nike’s decision to pull the sneaker. Nowhere in Nike’s decision did I see them declaring Betsy Ross “unworthy.” Likewise, I saw no evidence of “historical revisionism” in their decision. I do regard both Ducey’s comments and his order to repeal any financial incentive dollars provided to Nike as decidedly unworthy of any governmental official’s reaction to a company’s business decision (plus, being ignorant of the fact that, apparently, Nike has not applied for the incentive grant). I found Eric Sloan’s comments patently ignorant — and apparently pandering for right wing support of his candidacy for the Arizona Corporate Commission. His comment dismissing Colin Kaepernick as “irrelevant” seems more to mirror his

position. And his boast of being an honorary commander at Luke really hits the irrelevant mark (albeit another plead for votes). At least I earned my rank through 25 years of service with four combat tours, one in Korea and three in Vietnam. Finally, the so-called Betsy Ross flag has been coopted by ultra-right wing and racist groups as a symbol. And Nike’s decision to pull the shoes was based on that fact — deciding not to provide a product that those groups could seize on to further their unAmerican, bigoted dogma. Ted Raymond Goodyear

Nike controversy

Editor: Regarding the Nike controversy, I am a Goodyear resident and I totally support Gov. Ducey. We do not want a company that does not support American history. I also believe their decision to use a controversial spokesman such as Kaepernick was a ridiculous marketing technique that insulted a fair number of Americans. California wants Nike; let them go there. K. Kittell Goodyear

Responding to ‘zany rant’ Editor:

I read David Compton’s zany rant and I had to respond. First about the cages. David, even the propaganda news media reported the cages were from the Obama era and the pictures were taken to protest the cages in the Obama era. You want lies? There is no crisis at the border. It’s a made-up crisis by President Trump. Now that the propaganda machine of the Democratic Party is admitting to the crisis President Trump told us about months ago, the Democratic leadership refused to vote for the funding. The Senate voted and passed a $4.2 billion relief package, objected by Nancy Pelosi. The Democratic leaders sent the package to the Ninth District Court to have the funding stopped. David, if you have a problem about lying, you first better take a look at your Democratic leaders. I want you to think about this. The people who are coming across the border for the most part have little to no education, can’t speak the language and have no concept of what it is like to be an American. What work are they going to do? How are they going to live? Well, that’s simple: We give them

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food stamps, HUD housing and welfare. Because their children can’t speak English, we need to spend more in schools. Plus, free health care. Here is something for you to think about. Who is going to pay for that? You are, and every working American, should the Democrats take full control. There will be 45% to 75% tax rates to pay for free health care for illegals in this country. What about our own? We have poor people living in the streets with nothing, yet the Democrats want to give to the illegals. Hey, don’t forget how the Democrats are always talking about the “rule of law.” They want illegals to enter. Just forget those who don’t appear in court. After all, who cares about the rule of law? Before you spout the propaganda of the haters, do your research. Bruce Konecni Buckeye

Can’t play nice

Editor: Democrats must learn there is no room to play nice with the Republicans. We’re not going to receive a star from the teacher for playing nice or playing by the rules. Republicans will just laugh themselves silly at us. There’s no “fun” in being the smart one in the room. Trying to explain facts to Republicans is a waste of time. You cannot have an open discussion this way. Personally, I’ve given up. They just don’t care. Climate change? Don’t care. Big tax breaks adding to the national debt? Don’t care. Coddling to this nation’s enemies? Don’t care. Trump’s now thousands of lies told to American people? Don’t care. We’re wasting our time. We’re going to have to fight fire with fire, as they say, to right this ship that has run aground. David Rice Avondale

Right on, Ducey

Editor: I am a 67-year-old Texan and had to say to anyone (everyone) who will or will not listen that I am very proud and inspired by the actions (not just words) of Gov. Doug Ducey in pushing back on Nike displaying its anti-American stance by pulling its shoes with the American flag. This is not just a minor issue, but if left unchecked or unaddressed erodes the very heart and fabric of our great American culture and pride. I felt com-

pelled to thank Gov. Ducey so much for the entire country and the entire world for making a statement that is unmistakable and clear. This is not simply hyperbole, but a well-considered and thoughtful expression of an independent person (family) that does not lend himself to idle statements. I am a proud Texan, American and now a staunch Arizona supporter. Thank you, Arizona. Tony and Kim Sepolio Montgomery, Texas

No proof

Editor: This is in response to Mr. Compton, who again tells lies with no proof furnished. Mr. Compton, I fear, is just a President Trump hater, with a severe case of Trump derangement syndrome. This is not the first letter he has written with no evidence or proof of the socalled 10-to-12-lies-a-day theory. The DHS, FBI and border patrol have all confirmed the cages were put in place by the Obama regime. This was also confirmed by several Democrats in the press, and on CNN and MSNBC. The constitutional republic of the USA was and is the greatest country ever. If you notice, letters written by people with Trump derangement syndrome never talk about the economy, job market, tax cuts or the approval rating for the president within the blacks and Hispanics — at least the legal Hispanics. It is a real shame the hate for this president drives so much violence and hate in this country. At the very least, President Trump haters could try to speak the truth. God bless the USA. Elwood (Butch) Kuentzler Goodyear

Wondering about candidates Editor:

Article IV, Section 4 of the U.S. Constitution declares: “The United States shall guarantee to every state in this union a Republican form of government...” At the risk of appearing snide, I wonder if the 2020 presidential candidates caucusing with the Democratic Party are aware of this. After all, at least one of them, Bernie Sanders, is a self-described socialist who therefore made a mockery of the senatorial oath of office. Hillary Clinton and her protégés have repeatedly promised for years to

abolish the Electoral College if elected president, and to do so is a flagrant violation of the article noted above. Doing so would fundamentally change America forever and make her completely unrecognizable. Sadly, I am resigned to the fact that too many Americans have been falsely educated in our own universities against the patriotic bravado of our founding fathers and what their sacrifices bequeathed to us, and as a result that sacred document bears little importance to them. The bitter irony of democratic societies is they contain the freedom to destroy their freedoms, and our nation has been chipping away at our own freedoms at least since Woodrow Wilson’s administration 100 years ago. If you, dear reader, recall nothing more of this article than this, I would implore you to reread the U.S. Constitution; it makes America great for all of us and a leading nation of the world. Even the legal and illegal immigrants flocking to the United States know this to be true. Jason Russell Goodyear

Our flag was still there

Since when is putting out garbage an event? Editor:

My wife and I have been Litchfield Park residents for 25 years. When we moved here, we had “garbagemen” and the in-ground trash cans. It’s not demeaning to call garbagemen “garbagemen.” They provide a valuable service. It’s good, honest work, nothing to be ashamed of, and I commend those (for the most part) who do it. That all being said, sometime ago the city managers and City Council made, in my and other residents’ opinions, the disastrous decision to change to Waste Management. I’m sure it had nothing to do with providing us the best service; they were the lowest bidder, period. This prima donna company’s attitude disgusts me. This company will not lift a finger to do anything out of the norm in picking up the garbage. Countless times I’ve had my garbage picked up while my neighbors’ are left or vice versa. Why? Because maybe someone parked a car in front of my gar-

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Letter writer and veteran Harvey L. New reminds us to “be proud of the American flag and what it stands for.” We are proud, sir. Thanks to loyal Americans like you, Harvey, “our flag is still there.” Ken Williams Goodyear

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The over-30 crowd might remember 1955 as the year Marty McFly saved the day at his mom and dad’s high school dance, then hightailed it back to the future courtesy a souped-up DeLorean and a well-timed lightning strike. But 1955 is also an important year in Maricopa County history. It was that year the Board of Supervisors signed a charter giving the county recorder control of the elections department, and with it, the authority to act on the board’s behalf in all election matters. Marty got to go back to the future. Unfortunately, we never did. The elections charter has remained in place, mostly untouched, ever since. In fact, it was 1985 — “present day” for the fictional Marty McFly — that the charter was last amended. All of this as we grew from a population of roughly 330,000 in 1955 to 4.5 million now. But things are finally changing. With a unanimous vote last month, the Board of Supervisors took the first step toward a more active role in Maricopa County elections. We are aligning our operations with what is in state statute and providing more resources to the elections department to deliver the best-in-class elections voters deserve.

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tions, including elections for national ogy and organizational structure. The offices such as president 10-member work group and Congress. Under state focused on how to improve law, county recorders in outcomes for voters while Arizona are responsible maintaining the efficiencies for activities leading up of the current system. They to Election Day including also were mindful of how voter registration and earany recommended changly voting. Boards of Sues would impact the 2020 pervisors are responsible elections calendar. I encourfor much of what happens age you to visit the elections on Election Day, including project website at maricopa. the location and number of gov, where you can find the polling places, the equipwork group’s report and Clint Hickman. (Photo ment to count votes, and courtesy Clint Hickman) recommendations. the training and assigning What’s changing of poll workers. This is what the MarThe board is taking the following acicopa County Board of Supervisors gave up when they signed the 1955 tions based on the work group’s report: • Maricopa County will acquire new charter. Because I don’t have a DeLorean, vote tabulation machines that protect I can’t travel back in time to see how the integrity and security of each vote that arrangement worked out. All I while also allowing us to count ballots know is that things were a lot different more quickly. Funding for this technol60 years ago and we need to evolve our ogy is part of the county’s fiscal year structure to fit the Maricopa County of 2020 budget. • The county will complete a staffing today. analysis to guide the board’s funding Enter the work group and recruitment of personnel required In January, the Board of Supervisors to support a successful election. Funddirected the county manager to form a ing for 26 positions is reserved in the work group made up of recorder’s of- FY 2020 budget. fice leadership and county administra- • The board and the recorder will each tive leadership to offer recommenda- have a “point person” inside the elections regarding the following aspects tions department. Right now, the elecof county elections: staffing, technol- tions director reports only to the recordAdding more stupidity to their arrogance is, if I call and complain they will send out a second truck to get what the first truck should’ve gotten. Isn’t it more cost effective to walk five-to-six more steps while you are there and grab it? Oh, and God forbid you put out too

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er. This has made effective oversight difficult for the board. That’s why we split the elections director position in two, so both the recorder and the board will have a decision maker inside the elections department. This new director-level position will be one of only four positions countywide that report directly to the board, which signifies the importance of successful elections to all of us. We expect the two directors to work together to improve accountability, transparency and service delivery across all levels of voting.

The future The next step is crafting a new elections operations agreement that amends the current charter. With this agreement, we can envision a partnership between the Board of Supervisors and the recorder’s office that capitalizes on the institutional knowledge of elections staff and the project management skill brought to bear on our side of the house. The year 2020 is just around the corner. There’s no reason for us to keep going back in time. With new vote-counting machines, additional staff, and an executive structure that creates bipartisan oversight, my colleagues and I — along with the recorder — believe we are prepared not just for the present, but for the future of elections in Maricopa County.

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Screws and Sparkles’ success overwhelms owner BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Executive Editor

Sophia Martinez only opened her downtown Buckeye shop Screws and Sparkles last fall. The response has been so fervent for the furniture and craft store that specializes in Arizona-based goods that she knew she needed more space. With Marcy George’s Farmers Insurance next door, there really wasn’t room to grow. So, Martinez and George did what made sense: They swapped units. “We literally traded spaces,” Martinez said. “Marcy has been super helpful with everything. She saw how busy we were getting. She wanted a little privacy for her insurance. In December, she said she thought we needed more room. I said we had only been in business for three months. I thought things would slow down, but they never did. It got busier, which was crazy.” Screws and Sparkles hosted a grand-opening party last week for the new space. Again, the line was down East Monroe Street. The new space sticks with its original theme of showcasing Arizona vendors and makers with items like homemade honey, soaps, signs, furniture and knickknacks. Female Buckeye vendors are in the forefront. “About 90% of them live in Buckeye,” she said. “It’s the same mission we always have, which is giving us moms a place to use our creativity to provide for our families. “I just really wanted to have something for other moms like myself. I just prayed. I said, ‘OK, God, if you ever give me the opportunity to have a store, I want to provide for other moms.’” Martinez has been creating furniture for six years. She didn’t have it in the family’s budget to decorate the house the way she wanted, so she visited thrift stores and yard sales, and perused curbside items to ﬁnd what she wanted. “My kids and I would carry it back home, and I would paint it in the garage while they played outside,” Martinez said. “People started asking if I

Clothing is among the new offerings in Screws and Sparkles’ expanded space. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)

was selling the pieces.” She saw the sign and sold pieces at flea markets, wishing to one day have a store. The timing wasn’t right because she wanted to raise her kids without the help of day care. “When I was selling furniture, it was incredibly hard to find a place to sell it,” Martinez said. “I went to flea markets, which is hard because, with furniture, you have to get a trailer. We had small kids. Eating hot Cheetos for breakfast at the flea market isn’t exactly cute.” But the furniture sales paid for extra goodies like fancy birthday parties. “Moms, we want all the extra stuff,” Martinez said. “Unless you’re a maker, you don’t really understand what that means when someone buys a piece of furniture. “It goes right back into us — buying school clothes or Halloween costumes. My main motivation is that my sellers shine. That’s why I give them their own space. I think that’s important.” Martinez said the reason for the success is simple: She shares her journey with her social media followers and prospective customers. “People are invested because of that,” she said. “They’ve been along on the journey since we opened the little shop.”

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Sophia Martinez recently expanded her business, Screws and Sparkles, in downtown Buckeye. She specializes in items created by entrepreneurial women in Buckeye. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)

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Hello, readers! As mentioned last week, I have plenty more news this week. Of course there will be a nonconstruction endeavor, but as what seems to be most popular are the new businesses, I’ll be sure to give you plenty of that. Several updates are abound, as readers often inquire about Fry’s and WinCo. But that’s just a start. Here’s the news! First on today’s agenda, over in Buckeye, the long-awaited Fry’s Marketplace at Indian School Road and Jackrabbit Trail — a popular inquiry here at the Briefcase — is still not under construction, but remains in Kroger’s plans, according to Pam Giannonatti, a spokeswoman for the company’s Fry’s Food division. No timeline has been set. As the West Valley View previously reported, several years back Kroger delayed production on new stores that

were not yet vertical to evaluate the changing grocery industry. At the time, the company’s plans were to complete the store in late 2019, though David Roderique, economic development director, said that is now “highly unlikely.” Next up, Brakes Plus is open in Goodyear, and the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce is gearing up to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony. That event will be from 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 18. To celebrate, there will be food, drinks and specials. As for the business, Brakes Plus is a complete auto service company that offers support with brakes, maintenance and repairs. Coupons and additional information are available at brakesplus.com/ email-offers/goodyear. Brakes Plus is at 760 N. Estrella Parkway, on the west side of Estrella Parkway, near Sherwin-Williams Paint Store and Panda Express. Moving along, EXIT Realty — Realty Place has recruited Oxsana

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Burks as a new real estate sales professional. EXIT Realty — Realty Place is at 501 E. Plaza Circle, Suite P, Litchfield Park. Back to development, speculation has been increasing that construction on WinCo Foods is underway. However, this is untrue, according to Goodyear reps. In actuality, PebbleCreek Marketplace owner and developer W.M. Grace Companies is just finishing the shopping center’s infrastructure. Goodyear reps have confirmed four pad users are slated for the marketplace so far. A Panera Bread to be relocated from across the street is in escrow, as is Babbo Italian Eatery, which was originally expected to open earlier this year. Panera should open first, in late 2019. And Babbo owner Ken Pollack said construction on his pad is underway, with a first quarter 2020 opening now planned. Circle K and Sun West Credit Union are also in the works, according

to city reps. As previously covered in Business Briefcase several months back, the 25.16-acre site will be subdivided into eight commercial lots with two major anchors, a minor anchor and six pads. PebbleCreek Marketplace is at the southwest corner of Pebble Creek Parkway and McDowell Road. That’s all the briefs for this week! Stay tuned for next week! Thanks for reading! Have an item for Business Briefcase? Email Connor Dziawura at cdziawura@westvalleyview.com.

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West Point High School boasts innovative features BY OCTAVIO SERRANO

West Valley View Staff Writer

West Point High School in Avondale is getting ready to open the doors to phase one and welcome 1,200 freshmen and sophomores. Incoming Principal Brandi Haskins is impressed by the innovative high school’s enhanced safety and educational features. “What I’m most excited about is for our students to come onto campus and see the learning environment that has been created for them,” Haskins said. “I think they’re going to feel like young women and young men coming onto campus to learn.” Officials broke ground for the 190,000-square-feet first phase in September at 11620 W. Encanto Boulevard. Phase two, about 70,000 square feet, should be completed by December, with the remaining portion wrapping up in May. The $109 million project will be 310,000 square feet. Ben Barcon, co-owner of ADM Group, the project’s architectural firm, said the size was needed for the number of students. “You have a campus with eventually 2,900 students milling around, so you need a lot of acreage and this one happens to be 69 acres,” Barcon said. The school features innovative architecture, complemented by a technology-friendly environment and security. Its new staff is excited to become part of the campus. Haskins has been with the Tolleson Union High School District for 28 years. The former principal of Westview and La Joya Community high schools said there is a need for a new campus. “The Tolleson Union High School District has been growing tremendously,” Haskins said. “The West Valley is still growing, and we definitely needed it in our district to make sure we have space for all of our students, so they have the opportunity to learn at their highest levels.”

For its first year, West Point will host 1,200 freshmen and sophomores. The school will eventually reach its full capacity of 2,900 students. This campus will include gymnasiums, a performing arts center, an innovation center/library and more than 14 science lab centers. Barcon said the innovation center is especially striking. “We’ve done it in such a way that it’s ﬂexible,” Barcon said. “All the book racks are on wheels and we have a storage room for them. The innovation center can become a lecture hall. It could become a meeting space. It could become a fab lab or a number of things. So, ﬂexibility of design for the future is really what it’s all about.” The courtyard, which Barcon referred to as a quad, is a welcoming space with four seating areas. Students can gather on concrete seats, and the space, which will accommodate 2,900 students, will have Wi-Fi and charging stations. Barcon said the cafeteria was designed to look like a “memorial union at a college,” with soft-seating booths, high-top tables and counters. “The outside areas have a concession stand for those who don’t want to go inside,” Barcon said. “They can walk over to the window and order a sandwich or a hot dog, and then sit outside.” Barcon and his team put a lot of thought into the school’s security and created a safe design for the campus Barcon described the building as a colosseum circular design with a common courtyard, making it easier for staff to supervise students. The administration office building has large one-way windows that look out onto the courtyard. “The glass on the outside looking in is dark, but the inside looking out is clear, which gives them a heck of a way to supervise these kids,” Barcon said. The windows are found in the classrooms as well. Balconies overlooking the courtyard are an added security feature. “Anybody from administration or se-

Construction is coming along at West Point High School, as shown by these drone photographs. (Photo courtesy Tolleson Union High

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curity can be on that second-ﬂoor balcony looking down on the courtyard to supervise those kids,” Barcon said. In case the school needs to go into lockdown, the campus has three layers of security, he said. “One is the outside perimeter fence around the entire campus, and we have a second perimeter fence from building to building,” Barcon said. “Any visitors have to go to the front lobby, which has bullet-resistant glass. They’ll have to be screened and allowed in through a side door into the campus.” The classrooms are innovative as well. The walls serve as whiteboards, thanks to a new type of paint. Completing a project of this size was

not easy, Barcon said. His team developed more than 800 documents and sheets of drawing in 90 days and managed to get a permit within 45 days. “If it weren’t for our designers, our architects, our 3-D model people and our CAD people who put it on the computer, it would never have gotten done,” Barcon said. “It’s a real team effort.” Haskins foresees interactions with Luke Air Force Base. “In any community, you’re always looking for ways the school can work with the community and learn from practitioners in the field,” Haskins said. “We’re really lucky to have Luke Air Force Base as such a strong part of the community.”

Fast facts about West Point High School • The West Point High School Dragons’ colors are black and red. • The new school is set to open with only grades nine and 10. In 2020-2021, the school will accommodate freshmen, sophomores and juniors (grades nine, 10 and 11). In 2021-2022, West Point High School will have its first graduating class serving freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors (grades nine, 10, 11 and 12). • Tolleson Union High School District is partnering with Luke Air Force Base to provide an academy with rigorous and challenging curriculum with an emphasis on STEM. • About $48 million of the project’s funding came from the Arizona School Facilities Board. Another nearly $7 million is from adjacent ways. A voter-approved bond authorized over $53 million. The full project has a guaranteed maximum price of over $108 million.

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How to choose the right school for your child BY SHELLY SMITH HORNBACK Litchﬁeld Elementary School District Director of Community Relations

My husband Todd and I relocated from Scottsdale to Verrado when our two grown children were preschoolers. The decision to move was prompted by opportunities for professional advancement, but solidified when we realized we would be located within the boundaries of the “A”-rated Litchfield Elementary School District. As young parents and new homeowners, one of the few things we knew with certainty was that prudent homeownership is dependent on proximity to good schools. Strong schools and strong communities go hand in hand, and I will forever be grateful that our children’s A+ schools were within walking distance from our home. Every family has different priorities and commitments to consider when selecting a school. It is sometimes tough to narrow down the overwhelming field of educational options. Below are my suggested considerations for finding the best fit for your child. Safety: Are exterior gates and doors

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locked? Is identification required of visitors? Do students have trusted adults to support them when in crisis? How does the curriculum and culture support teaching children the necessary skills to express themselves? What are the procedures to report suspected bullying? Care: Do you get a warm feeling when you visit the school? Do you feel welcome and valued? Is school spirit prominent? Are the adults fostering connection by speaking directly to your child? Do teachers and staff show affection and respect? Are people smiling and greeting each other? Are support staff honored as valuable teammates? Are there significant examples of longtime employees? How are behavior challenges handled? Quality Education: How many of the teachers are certified? What is the commitment to professional development? Consider awards and ratings that the school and school district have earned. What support positions are in place (reading aides, instructional coaches, behavior interventionists, etc.)? What leadership opportunities are available to students? Are general education

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students encouraged to mentor students with special needs? Lifestyle: What after-school opportunities are available? How long is the commute? What are the school hours? Consider opportunities for volunteerism. How does the school foster parent engagement? What does the school-home connection look like? Many people do not realize that Arizona has an open enrollment law that allows parents to apply for any public school in the state, no matter the technical boundaries of the family’s residence. Open enrollment procedures vary and can be found on most districts’ websites. Neighborhood schools happen to Shelly Smith Hornback is the director of be something my family values. We community relations for the Litchfield Elementary District. (Photo courtesy Litchfield Elementary loved living near teachers and class- School School District) mates. We embraced the sense of community that comes with knowperfection and have confidence in your ing the local bus driver and riding bikes parenting skills that will be enhanced to parent-teacher conferences. When by caring teachers and quality programchoosing a school, it’s important to ex- ming. Finally, once you commit to a amine your family’s values and make school, I encourage you to get involved decisions that feel right for you. Trust and help that school be everything you your instincts. Abandon the myth of need it to be for your family.

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Tolleson preschool continues, thanks to council BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Executive Editor

Tolleson children will head to preschool this year, thanks to a joint effort between city of Tolleson officials and the Tolleson Elementary School District. “It’s going to make a huge difference,” said Tolleson Elementary School District Superintendent Dr. Lupita Hightower. The district had a federal $524,000 Preschool Development Grant, as Arizona doesn’t fund preschool, outside of special needs preschool, Hightower said. This was the primary source for preschool programs at schools like Arizona Desert and P.H. Gonzales elementary schools in Tolleson. However, earlier this year, the grant was dissolved for the majority of Arizona, putting TESD in danger of closing the preschools’ doors. “This would have eliminated early childhood educational opportunities for approximately 125 preschool-age children and left their families desperate for quality child care or early childhood education,” Hightower said.

The district approached several organizations like Head Start, First Things First and the United Way to no avail. It also applied for a Tohono O’odham Grant, but that decision won’t be made until September. Hightower told Mayor Anna Tovar about the lack of funding and she was concerned. “I’ve gone to the preschools and they are amazing,” Tovar said. “To see our children as young as 2 years old all the way to 5 receiving quality education at a very young age is amazing. “We see it as a must for the community. It sets a strong foundation of going into kindergarten through 12th grade. Statistics show early childhood curriculum improves their overall development skills.” After little discussion, the Tolleson City Council on July 9 voted to designate $400,000 for TESD’s unfunded preschool program. The funds were previously earmarked for a new playground at Arizona Desert Elementary School. If the Tohono O’odham Grant is approved in September and awarded in

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BY JODI GUNNING Litchﬁeld Elementary School District Superintendent

As the proud superintendent of one of Arizona’s premier elementary school districts, it is my privilege to introduce you to Litchfield Elementary School District. With 102 years of educational excellence under our belt, we are an “A”-rated district with schools in four cities (Avondale, Buckeye, Goodyear and Litchfield Park). We are honored to educate more than 11,000 preschool through eighth-grade students and employ nearly 1,400 caring professionals who are committed to helping children succeed at school and in life. This school year is especially exciting because we will be opening the doors to our 16th school on August 5. Belen Soto Elementary School is a gorgeous two-story building in the Goodyear community of Sedella. If you haven’t already had the privilege of meeting the founding principal, Courtney Frazier, I encourage you to contact her at 623547-3400 to hear about her ambitious vision for this new community gem.

With more than 800 students expected on opening day, this neighborhood school is named after the first college graduate of Mexican-American descent from the Southwest Valley. Mrs. Soto Moreno is a retired educator who graduated as the valedictorian from Litchfield High School in 1954. She and her large family have been active in the creation of her namesake school that is built on the same land where she grew up as the daughter of a farmworker. In addition to creative ﬂexible seating in the media center and an impressive makerspace, Belen Soto Elementary School will have a large community garden and an orchard with fig, peach and citrus trees. Litchfield Elementary School District is best known for providing academic rigor in a caring environment. While our students are consistently ranked among Arizona’s most successful on standardized tests, we actively balance their academic achievement with exceptional social emotional learning. With a steadfast commitment to conscious discipline, an evidence-based social emotional learning program, we are committed to creating positive

school climates where adults and children self-regulate, connect to the people around them, and solve problems in healthy ways. Our award-winning staff is empowered to use daily rituals and strategic activities that ultimately enhance school safety, increase staff retention rates, and help children feel safe and loved so they can access their brilliance. We welcome students, families, employees and all stakeholders to our growing Litchfield family. Our doors are open to willing partners who want to join us in our mission to connect, educate and empower our Litchfield family and community.

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Sharp pencils, sharper community impact BY ANNELISE KRAFFT

West Valley View Contributing Writer

There’s nothing better than a sharp pencil to help a student take on the school year. Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council’s Emily McGee, from Troop 761 in Goodyear, agrees. McGee is working to make a positive impact on the lives of children in her community — one pencil at a time. After noticing a need for school supplies in her community, McGee decided to take on a massive pencil collection journey. She coined Emily’s Pencil Project in 2016 when she was a Brownie. “As a Brownie, Emily noticed some kids had trouble affording school supplies and wanted to help,” said Emily’s mom, Tiffany McGee. “The purpose of her project is to raise awareness for why schools need simple things like pencils, to show support of our educators and to use social media to make a positive impact. She decided that everyone deserves a pencil and collected 1,000 to donate to local schools.”

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Now, years later, Emily is in seventh grade and taking on the challenge again: this time through her Girl Scouts Take Action Project for the Cadette Media Journey, which focuses on the inﬂuence of media in the girls’ everyday lives. For her Take Action Project, which aims to find a sustainable solution to a problem Girl Scouts notice in their communities, McGee is challenging herself to raise 15 times more than her previous efforts. “My goal was to collect 15,000 pencils and donate 1,000 to 15 different schools in need,” she said. “We’ve blown that out of the water, collecting 17,429 pencils so far. We have eight schools accepting the donations and counting.” The schools, including Odyssey Prep Academy and Copper Trails, Lattie Coor, Desert Star, Littleton, Buckeye, Collier, Marionneaux and Sundance elementary schools will be recipients of the donation, with more schools joining the list daily. Emily is targeting schools in the Avondale, Buckeye, Goodyear and Tolleson communities

as well as the Liberty and Littleton school districts. To collaborate with each school, she had to speak with school faculty members regarding their need and supply, taking initiative and interviewing multiple teachers and principals. Her mom said Girl Scouts has had a noticeable impact on her daughter. “It’s amazing how much Emily has changed throughout this journey,” Tiffany said. “Girl Scouts has given her an amazing opportunity to take leadership into her own hands while making a great impact on the community. Emily used to be so timid, but Girl Scouts has given her a voice to self-advocate.” Emily agreed with her mom, noting how Girl Scouts has helped her develop confidence, courage and character. “One thing I’ve learned is that it doesn’t matter how little you are, you still have a voice,” she said. “I was doing this even as a third-grade Brownie — anyone can make a difference.” One way she is sharing her voice is through her Facebook page, Emily’s

Pencil Project, which she uses to update her followers on her progress and help raise donations. It’s exciting to get a donation and give people updates,” she said. “Having followers who get just as excited as us makes it so much fun. It’s nice to have people cheering us on.” Before she donates the pencils on August 8, she is trying to accumulate as many donations as possible. The impact of her pencil project has even been seen on her family’s recent trip to New York, where they were surprised with a donation while visiting the Girl Scouts of Western New York. “It’s amazing how Girl Scouts really brings people together,” Tiffany said. “To get a donation that far from home is amazing and has really shown Emily the power of girls working together.” When it comes to her daughter’s newfound sense of self, Tiffany does not doubt where it came from. “I am certain the Girl Scouts has wholeheartedly been a part of that,” she said

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Universal Technical Institute has launched an initiative that engages transportation industry employers in developing their talent pipelines and gives students an inside track on rewarding long-term careers. UTI’s Early Employment initiative marries proven post-secondary skills education with on-the-job, apprenticeship-type training. Under the program, students learn about and can apply for local jobs with participating employers as soon as they enroll at UTI’s Avondale campus. Student applications are being accepted for the Early Employment program at UTI-Avondale. Students must apply through http://bit.ly/2XzEVOQ by July 26 to be considered. The program’s employers have the opportunity to screen and hire incoming students before they start school, and give them on-the-job experience while they complete their education. The goal is for students to graduate and immediately get full-time jobs at employers where they are well-positioned for long-term careers. Graduates who meet their employers’ criteria will receive reimbursement of school-related expenses and possible other incentives, along with full-time employment. “The Early Employment initiative breaks down the common barriers between students who could greatly beneﬁt from a technical education and the employers who want to hire them,” said Kim McWaters, UTI president and CEO. “At a time when many are skeptical about the value and return of post-secondary education, the program gives students a tangible experience of what’s possible for them, with employers investing in them from the start. Students can earn a living and gain industry-speciﬁc experience while they’re in school and, once they graduate, walk into a good job with an employer they know well, who will help them pay back their tuition.” UTI’s Avondale campus is launching the program this summer. Participating employers in the Early Employment program include ADESA Auto Auc-

tions; Knight Transportation; Larry H. Miller Dealerships; Loftin Equipment Co.; Penske Automotive Group; Republic Services; RWC Group; S&S Tire & Auto Service Center; Sunstate Equipment Co. and United Rentals. There are over 30 early employment positions available to incoming students this fall. UTI plans to start the program in Arizona and then take it national to 12 campuses across the country. “The Early Employment initiative is a win for both employers and students, in partnership with a respected educator who has a ﬁve-decade track record of delivering ready-to-work graduates,” said Paul Neumann, senior vice president of human resources for Penske Automotive Group’s western region. “The program will widen Penske’s pipeline of potential employees and gives us the opportunity to help train future technicians at the front end of the educational funnel. Upon graduation, these new technicians are well-positioned for a successful career path at Penske Automotive Group.” The U.S. Department of Labor estimates that, by 2026, there will be more than 1.2 million job openings (100,000 per year on average) in the transportation sector. According to a 2016 survey, approximately 60% of dealerships cited recruitment as their most pressing challenge. Glenn Hamer, president and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry, noted the skills gap continues to pose a signiﬁcant challenge for transportation and other industry sectors, and the education innovation needed to address it. “The Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry applauds UTI for creating this outside-the-box program and the innovative Arizona employers helping to launch it,” Hamer said. “UTI and their industry partners have long led the way in addressing the changing needs of students and the nation’s workforce, and we believe this hybrid education/apprenticeship approach can serve as a model to address the critical workforce shortages throughout the skilled trades.”

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Verrado’s Champagne invited to Top 50 showcase BY GRIFFIN FABITS

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Gillis Champagne is reaping the benefits of a dazzling junior season with the Verrado Vipers varsity baseball team in which he batted .390 with 22 RBIs in 27 games. A 5-foot-10, 155-pound incoming senior, Champagne has emerged onto the radars of college coaches and pro scouts scattered across the country. Because of his achievements at this varsity level this spring, Champagne, an outfielder and pitcher, attended the EXOS Select 50 Instructional Showcase, an invite-only camp featuring the top 50 high school players in the southwest region, on June 29 in Phoenix. The organization selects 50 stellar athletes from Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Nevada, Colorado, Idaho and Montana. Exos is geared toward sports

training and wellness. The showcase consisted of “prostyle” workouts, Champagne said. He ran a 60-yard dash and did other agility testing. He also took batting practice and spent a majority of the afternoon doing outfield drills under the watchful eyes of scouts and coaches. Champagne also tucked a few awards into his back pocket before the day was over. “They broke down the skill sets of speed, throwing, fielding, hitting with power and hitting overall and I won the speed and throwing portion of it,” he said. With one year left of high school, Champagne is working toward landing an athletic scholarship. He’s had preliminary discussions with some schools, but the right fit remains to be seen, he said.

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One of the many appeals to this showcase is the chance to spend an afternoon playing in front of scouts and college coaches. Champagne chatted with some professional scouts — mainly those from the Chicago White Sox and St. Louis Cardinals — and received feedback on what he needs to do to elevate his game. “It was great. It’s great to be honored like that. I feel like I work hard enough to get invited to those things, and I just feel like it’s going to pay off.” Despite his uncommitted status, Champagne has positioned himself as an intriguing prospect in the Arizona high school scene, owning a fastball in the low-to-mid 80s and a batting averGillis Champagne, an incoming senior at Verrado, compiled a dazage near .400. zling junior season that parlayed into an invitation at the prolific His game, and his showcase. (Photo courtesy Gillis Champagne) overall makeup as a player, “revolves around hustling and With a schedule this summer replete outworking people,” he said. with baseball workouts, Champagne is “I’m not going to half-effort it. I’m also training to play football in the fall going to bust it the whole way and give at Verrado, eyeing the Vipers’ starting it everything I have — every rep, every quarterback gig. pitch, every play.” His junior season was stellar, but Champagne swiped a team-high 18 Champagne has a list of imposing goals stolen bases for the Vipers in 2019. that remain on his four-year checklist. Prep Baseball Report, a website de- He’s seeking two state championship signed to scout and showcase high titles — one in football this fall, the school players, said Champagne’s other in baseball next spring — and a “tools are continuing to get better” as commitment to a college to further his he becomes stronger, per a January baseball career. scouting report. They also lauded him “I want to win some ballgames and for his “energy and quick-twitch move- keep playing ball,” he said. ments.”

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Friday

Kids Café Food Service Program

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 623935-2103.

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Wednesday

The Litchfield Park Historical Society

The Litchfield Park Historical Society is on its summer schedule: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays. Admission is free and docents are available. The museum is located at 13912 W. Camelback Road. For large groups, call 623-5354414 or email office@lphsmuseum.org to request a special day and time. For information, visit lphsmuseum.org.

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.

Family Bingo Night

Have a fun evening of bingo and snacks from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Needle and Thread

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

Silver Sneakers Exercise Program

Silver Sneakers is a free low-impact

exercise program hosted from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. For information, call 623-349-6600.

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.

Family Storytime (Ages 2-6)

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

Adult Book Discussion

Stop by the Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 Civic Center Drive to pick up and read a copy of “Before I Go to Sleep” by S. J. Watson before the library’s discussion at noon. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Escape the Zombie Apocalypse

Stop by the library for a zombie-themed escape room from 2 to 4 p.m. at Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. Attendees will work on a team to solve clues to find an antidote for the fictional zombie apocalypse before the clock runs out. Registration is required. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Children 18 and younger 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 Café 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.

Handmade Owl Heatpack

Adults are invited to the Litchfield Park Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard to make owl-shaped heat packs for aches and pains from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Summer Movie Fridays

Cool off at the library with a movie from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information and movie titles, call 623-333-2602.

Pinochle

Join others in a game of cards from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. This free program is open to all Buckeye Senior Program participants. For information, call 623349-6600.

Escape Room: Apollo to the Moon

Solve fictional space-themed clues in a group of up to eight friends to find a missing written speech for the opening the Apollo Museum of History before the timer rings after 45 minutes. Escape Room sessions are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Downtown Buckeye Public Library, 310 N. Sixth Street. At least one group member must be 12 years or older. To register, email kcornish@buckeyeaz.gov.

Saturday

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.

Family Lego Build

Work together to create Lego structures as a family from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Litchfield Park Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Instant Pot 101

Learn tips and tricks for a successful instant pot experience from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Apollo Moon Landing 50th Anniversary

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Moon Landing with several engaging space-related ac-

tivities from 5 to 8 p.m. at Buckeye Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road. For information, call 623-349-6300.

Tuesday

Arizona Puppet Theatre

Enjoy “The Monkey and the Pirate” puppet show produced by the Arizona Puppet Theatre from 11 a.m. to noon at Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. Registration is required. 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 10 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.

West Valley Human Services Alliance

West Valley Human Services Alliance offers networking and features various speakers from 9 a.m. to noon every fourth Monday of the month at the Pendergast Learning Center at 3841 N. 91st Avenue, Phoenix. For information, call 623935-3781.

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.

Toybrary

The White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, invites parents to bring their children through age 5 to a fun play group that builds children’s motor and social skills from 10 to 11 a.m. Toys can be checked out for two weeks at the end of play group. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Teen Movie Night

Join other teens at 5 p.m. as they hang out and watch a PG-13 movie with popcorn and soda at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Craft it Up (Ages 18+)

Join fellow crafters in this needlework/knitting/crochet group at 11 a.m. and work on projects at Sam Garcia Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. Be sure to bring materials and a coffee mug. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Summer Movie Mondays

Join friends in watching “Peter Rabbit” from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Bingo

The American Legion Post 61 hosts Bingo Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m. These bingo nights have 18 games including Betty Boop, 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.

12:15 p.m. at Tolleson Park and Recreation Center, 9521 W. Washington Street through July 26.

Farmers Market

Care1st Avondale Resource Center will host a farmers market with fresh and locally grown produce from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Wednesday through October 30 at 328 W. Western Avenue, Avondale. Cash, debit, credit, WIC and Snap benefits are accepted. For information, call 623-333-2703.

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.

Community Experience: Fire Station Tour

Tour Avondale’s Fire Station No. 172 at 1825 N. 107th Avenue from 10 to 11 a.m. For information, call 623-33-2601.

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Estrella Toastmasters

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 Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-2602.

National School Lunch Program Registration

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.

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.

Buckeye Union High School District will participate in the National School Lunch Program and/or the School Breakfast Program. To apply for free or reduced-price student meals this year, parents or guardians can fill out the online application and return it to the school the student attends. Registration dates and times vary from July 23 to 25. For more information and the online applications, visit buhsd.org.

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.

Wednesday

Preschoolers Storytime

Anime Club (Ages 10-18)

Thursday

In Stitches

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.

Agua Fria Toastmasters

Visit a weekly Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6 to 7:15 p.m. in the Zane Grey Room at Avondale Civic Center Public Library, 11350 Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-398-5550.

Goodyear Lions Club

Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study

Goodyear Lions Club is a service group that provides free eye screenings, raises funds for veterans and their families, collects hearing aids and glasses and more. The Goodyear Lions meet at 6 p.m. fourth Thursdays of the month at Haymaker, 1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-455-3253.

Estrella Republican Club

Participate in a variety of STEM demonstrations from 11:15 a.m. to noon at Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.

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, 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. The Estrella Republican Club meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. fourth Wednesdays of the month to listen to a guest speaker at Estrella Foothills High School, 13033 S. Estrella Parkway. For information, call 623-695-2435.

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

STEMonstrations

‘Drive-in’ Movie Night

“Drive in” to the Buckeye Community Center at 201 E. Centre Avenue for a movie night complete with snacks and soda for sale. The movie is indoors. Attendance is free and includes popcorn for all Buckeye Senior Program participants. For information, call 623-349-6600.

Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Caliber Collision, 12405 W. Camelback Road, Litchfield Park. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767.

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‘Spamilton’ pokes fun of Miranda’s ‘Hamilton’ BY BRIDGETTE REDMAN

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Can something truly be called a cultural phenomenon in this day and age if it hasn’t been spoofed? Whether or not it can, there is little doubt that “Hamilton” has seeped into the culture in ways few Broadway shows have done in decades. So, it isn’t surprising that Gerard Alessandrini, the master of Great White Way satire and the founder of “Forbidden Broadway,” has applied his talents to the hip-hop historical musical. His spoof, “Spamilton: An American Parody,” is touring the country and The Phoenix Theater Company is hosting it through August 11. “Everyone who knows ‘Hamilton’ and loves ‘Hamilton’ loves this show — they hear the music, they know all the lyrics, and when they hear how we twist and play with it, it’s priceless,” said Datus Puryear, the actor who plays actor Leslie

Odom Jr. and historical politician/lawyer Aaron Burr in the touring production. “Everyone knows the show so well and they’re ready to have a good time. We do the twist and they’re always right there with us.” The twists include new words to familiar songs, creative casting, puppets and the skewering of other shows and Broadway personalities. In addition to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hit musical, “Spamilton” also parodies “Gypsy,” “Chicago,” “The King and I,” “Assassins,” “Camelot,” “The Book of Mormon” and “Sweeney Todd.” The show debuted in New York in July 2016 and continued a successful run that extended to Chicago, London and a national tour. Puryear said he and many of his fellow cast members have auditioned many times for “Hamilton” (and he has been called back many times as well) and when they auditioned for “Spamilton,”

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they knew most the music by heart. It made it easier to jump into “Spamilton,” especially because they had only two weeks to rehearse before going live. “If I didn’t know anything about Hamilton, it would have been hard. Knowing it made that learning curve a lot easier,” Puryear said. Puryear got a late introduction to musical theater. While he was involved in the arts and music throughout school, he’d never done theater until he was encouraged to audition for “Beauty and the Beast” during his senior year of high school. He was cast as the Beast. “It was a whole other door that opened for me,” he said. “It made me regret not doing theater my previous four years. When I went to college for music, I continued to do shows. It was something new I had discovered.” After college, he did a few commercials, had his first TV show on CBS, and then he booked “Spamilton.” It’s a show he said is absolutely for everyone —whether they have seen “Hamilton” or not. “When I first booked the role, I was thinking that this was just going to be for a niche audience,” Puryear said. “A lot of people have seen ‘Hamilton,’ but not everyone. But no, you definitely don’t need to have seen ‘Hamilton’ to grasp what is going on. We spoof so many other shows and the content in and of itself is so funny.” In fact, he said, seeing “Spamilton” can prep you for seeing the real thing. “For those who haven’t seen ‘Hamilton,’ it teaches you what it is about,” Puryear said. The touring experience has been fantastic for him. His 6-month-old son and his wife have joined him on tour. He said they’ve formed close bonds with everyone they travel with. The show pianist made a special shirt for his son that has the “Spamilton” star on it and is emblazoned with the word “Spamiltot.” “That has been the highlight of the show — the loving care of the cast, creative team, producers and directors,” Puryear said. “The whole experience of being on tour has been fantastic. The way they embrace my family has been wonderful.” “Spamilton’s” creator, Alessandrini, is

best known for “Forbidden Broadway,” a long-running off-Broadway revue that parodies musical theater. It opened in 1982 and was continually rewritten to include new material and spoof new musicals. It ran cabaret style and typically had four actors playing multiple roles. Over the decades, they released multiple CDs and toured the world. At times they stretched out to do such things as “Forbidden Hollywood.” Some of the songs in “Spamilton” include such titles as “Lin-Manuel as Hamilton;” “Aaron Burr, Sir, Nervous-er;” “Look Around (The Schuyler Puppets);” several reprises of “Ticket Beggar Woman” (a take-off on the beggar woman from Sondheim’s “Sweeney Todd” begging for tickets instead of alms); “Daveed Diggs — The Fresh Prince of Big Hair,” “Book of No More Mormons;” “Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Cries” and “The Film When It Happens.” The show opens, not with Aaron Burr, but with the actor who played him on Broadway, Puryear’s role of Leslie Odom Jr. He sings the opening number about Miranda, a theatrical revolutionary who is out to change Broadway much the way the character he played — Alexander Hamilton — revolutionized America. Puryear sings: How does a whipper snapper Student of rap And a Latin Trapped in the middle of a Manhattan ﬂat With Broadway accolades While other writers kiss The corporate dollar Grow up to be a hip-hop op’ra Scholar? At other times, the actor playing Miranda sings “I am not gonna let Broadway rot” instead of “I’m not throwing away my shot.” While the show is a parody and spoof, it is clear that Alessandrini is himself a fan of “Hamilton” and Miranda, and “Spamilton” spoofs in the most admiring of terms. Puryear encourages anyone who is a fan of musical theater to see “Spamilton.” The show, he pointed out, is only an hour and 15 minutes long — with no intermission. “You’ll get a night of musical comedy and dancing,” Puryear said. “It’s a great night out. It’s fun filled, it’s not too long and it’s nonstop laughter.”

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CHURCH COMMUNITY CONNECTION Pastor Ed Delph West Valley View Columnist

Here is a story someone sent to me this week in my email. I think there is real wisdom in it for us. A professor in a large university and an exchange student had an interesting discussion one day. The student asked a strange question to the professor. “Do you know how to catch wild pigs?” The professor thought it was a joke. “You catch wild pigs by finding a suitable place in the woods and putting corn on the ground. The pigs find it and begin to come every day to eat the free corn. When they are used to coming every day, you put a fence down one side of the place where they are used to coming. When they get used to the fence, they begin to eat the corn again and you put up another side of the fence.” The exchange student went on. “They get used to that and start to eat again. You continue until you have all four sides of the fence up with a gate in the last side. The pigs, which are used to the free corn, start to come through the gate to eat that free corn again. You

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then slam the gate on them and catch the whole herd. Suddenly the wild pigs have lost their freedom. They run around and around inside the fence, but they are caught. Soon they go back to eating the free corn. They are so used to it that they have forgotten how to forage in the woods for themselves, so they accept their captivity.” I’m not sure if that is a true story, but it makes sense to me. One thing is for certain, it’s easier not to get into a trap than to get out of a trap. This article is for both groups of us. Let’s address the subject of disappointment using the story above to illustrate what can happen to us when disappointed. We have all been disappointed from time to time. It’s not a matter of “if,” but “when” people, leaders, products, institutions and the like will disappoint us. The gap between what we expected to happen and what really happened, and the aftermath, has been the ruin of many a poor man and woman. If this is you, perhaps this article can jump start you in getting out of that trap. You’re not a pig. You are a person made in the image God. What you’re upset about is not who you are. Let me paraphrase what Jesus said about events and situations that create disappointment in our lives in Matthew

11 and 18. This is a life changer. “It’s inevitable stumbling blocks will come in this life but blessed are they who are not overcome by what I am doing in their life in the midst of navigating the rough emotional seas of the stumbling blocks.” In other words, in this life, poop happens. God wants these stumbling blocks to make us, not break us, sending us into the endless abyss of victimization. Pastor Alan Pateman says, “It is all too easy to give into the ‘feelings’ of disappointment, mainly where other people or people in leadership are involved. I have learned to get over disappointment as quickly as possible; the alternative is for unforgiveness to set in, which only taints our inner focus, rendering us unavailable to be used by God any longer.” I would add disappointment can impair our ability to normally function mentally, emotionally and spiritually in all areas of life. The longer we carry the weight of disappointment, the heavier it becomes, and the more we become trapped like those wild pigs. Disappointment, embraced over time, can turn into dissatisfaction, displeasure, distress, discontentment, disenchantment, disillusionment, disenfranchisement or frustration, and then eventual regret. The fruit of disap-

pointment is free, but it costs us everything. The only person who gets hurt is us. Get the message? Here’s some wisdom. Get a true and spiritually accurate picture of disappointment. Disappointment happens. Not everything is perfect. It’s not the disappointment that hurts us; it’s our reaction of the disappointment. An offense is an event; being offended is a choice. When we are offended, we handcuff ourselves to the offender and take them wherever we go. The beauty of the gospel is it takes everything that is wrong with us, everything wrong we have done and that has been done to us, and turns it around by grace of God. In other words, forgive the party who offended you, causing you pain. Conversely, forgive yourself for allowing yourself to react to this offense in a way that captured you. Let the grace of God be applied to them and you bring a reset to your life. There’s no future when living in the past. Exercising our God-given right to forgive is a wise choice. When you make the choice to forgive, God gives you the power and ability to get past the offender and your own issues, too. When you get better, it gets better, because God’s way is better. It’s much better outside of the pig pen.

Knutson, Stambaugh win Avondale hosts diabetes self-management workshops Skeet Blakeslee Award BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Executive Editor

Barbara Knutson was awarded the 2019 Skeet Blakeslee Award for her work with the League of Women Voters of Arizona. She is a member of the Northwest Maricopa County branch. Bonnie Saunders recommended Knutson for the award and noted she was a “pioneer in improving civics education in Arizona high schools.” As a member of the League of Women Voters of Northwest Maricopa County, Knutson has been a leader in the Civic Learning Conference in Arizona for many years, Saunders said. Knutson lobbied across the state to raise money for teacher scholarships and in 2019 the emphasis was on student team participation to attend the

League of Women Voters of Arizona State Conference. A conference highlight was a naturalizaion ceremony, during which Knutson welcomed prospective new citizens and their families. LWVAZ sponsors receptions for the new citizens, with the opportunity to register to vote. Arizona League co-president Alice Stambaugh was also given the 2019 Blakeslee Award. She has championed the organization’s legislative advocacy program and set priorities on which bills in the Arizona Legislature were deemed high priorities for coordinated advocacy efforts. She also visited key legislators in advance of legislative sessions and produced “actions alerts” about pending bills that are emailed to hundreds of Arizona league members.

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Care1st Health Plan of Arizona will offer a six-week diabetes self-management workshop called “Everyone with Diabetes Counts” at the Care1st Avondale Resource Center starting this month. The “Everyone with Diabetes Counts” workshop series encourages lifestyle changes while learning about diabetes and the way it affects health. Participants have the option of participating on Mondays or Thursdays. Workshops on Mondays start on July 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday workshops

begin July 25 and are offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Care1st Avondale Resource Center is located at 328 W. Western Avenue, Avondale. For more information or to register for this free program, contact 623-333-2703.

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Waddell students honored at SkillsUSA BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

Two students from Waddell won the nation’s highest awards at the 2019 SkillsUSA Championships in Louisville in late June. More than 6,500 students competed at the national showcase of career and technical education. The SkillsUSA Championships is the largest skill competition in the world and covers 1.4 million square feet, equivalent to 20 football fields or 25 acres. Students were invited to the event to demonstrate their technical, workplace

and personal skills in 103 hands-on competitions including robotics, automotive technology, drafting, criminal justice, aviation maintenance and public speaking. Mountain View Elementary School student Joshua Valenzuela won a Skill Point Certificate in job skill demonstration-open. Fellow Mountain View Elementary School student Maija Larson was given a Skill Point Certificate in job skill demonstration-A. Industry leaders from 600 business-

es, corporations, trade associations and unions planned and evaluated the contestants against their standards for entry-level workers. Industry support of the SkillsUSA Championships is valued at over $36 million in donated time, equipment, cash and material. More than 1,100 industry judges and technical committee members participated this year. Skill Point Certificates were awarded in 72 occupational and leadership areas to students who met a threshold contest score defined by industry. The Skill Point Certificate is a com-

ponent of SkillsUSA’s assessment program for career and technical education. “More than 6,500 students from every state in the nation participated in the 2019 SkillsUSA Championships,” said SkillsUSA executive director Tim Lawrence. “This showcase of career and technical education demonstrates our SkillsUSA partnership at its finest. Our students, instructors and industry partners work together to ensure that every student excels. This program expands learning and career opportunities for our members.”

Millennium competes in leadership conference BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

At the Future Business Leaders of America’s recent National Leadership Conference in San Antonio, Goodyear’s Millennium High School won big in a variety of technology and media-related events. From June 29 to July 2, more than 10,000 talented students from across the United States and abroad traveled to San Antonio to enhance their business skills, expand their networks, and participate in over 70 business and business-related competitive events. Millennium’s chapter focuses heavily on the technology and media aspect of business. Brandon Liu competed in mobile application development; Carl Zielinski

in network design; Joseph Lara in digital video production; Robert LeDuc in cybersecurity; and Tyler Nichols in computer problem solving. Additionally, everyone competed in open events, which covered topics such as programming with Python, photography techniques, and securing data in the growing digital world. Millennium students have spent countless hours preparing and studying for their respective events in the months leading up to the National Leadership Conference. Lara spent a month writing, filming and editing his video, with editing taking up the vast majority of that time. Liu spent time programming his application and preparing his presentation.

Additionally, LeDuc, Nichols and Zielinski read multiple CompTIA certification books and watched hours’ worth of videos to prepare for their events. The performance events had two stages: preliminaries and finals. Only the top 15 in preliminaries advanced to the final round. Preliminaries were different for each event. For example, in Zielinski’s network design competition, he took a 100-question conceptual networking test in less than an hour. This exam is normally meant for teams of two to four, but Zielinski made it to the final 15 — the only solo competitor to do so. Students in other events, such as digital video production, performed their presentation twice: once in front of their preliminary judge, and once in

front of a panel of critical judges in the final round. In the end, Nichols placed third in computer problem solving, Lara placed fifth in digital video production, and Zielinski ended seventh in network design. In addition, Nichols and Lara received checks for $200 and $100, respectively. Millennium’s chapter adviser, Matthew Donze, helped found the chapter two years ago, but he’s moving to Verrado High School next year. He said he’ll continue to support Millennium’s chapter. To see photos from the event, visit the Instagram account @millenniumfbla, or on the students’ personal accounts, @carlzielinski_ and @its_joseph_bros.

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Dan Curtis Welch, 84, passed from this life on July 7, 2019. He was born on December 2, 1934 to Arthur George Welch and Ann Curtis Welch in Miami, Arizona. His father worked as a human resources agent for Miami Copper. His mother was a homemaker. Dan was a member of the football, basketball, and baseball teams during his high school years at Miami High School along with being in the Navy JROTC. He was honorably discharged on March 2, 1956 when he was inducted into the US Air Force. He served four years during which his tour sent him to Bitberg, Germany where he was a radio operator. After he was honorably discharged with the rank of Airman First Class, he attended Arizona State College in Tempe, Arizona. He had several interesting occupations including being an aircraft engineer at AirResearch where he helped develop the onboard starter for jet engines. He was a consultant for Rolls Royce, owned and operated an 80-acre farm, and then purchased a water well truck to start his own repair business. He expanded his repair service to a wholesale pump distribution business. Not having enough to do, he decided to purchase the local hardware store in Buckeye, Arizona and successfully expanded it into a hometown icon. He was an avid sports fan attending all his children and grandchildren's events. He supported all the local schools: Buckeye Elementary School District, Liberty Elementary School District and both Buckeye Union High School and Estrella Foothills High School. He extended his love of sports by playing golf at least three times per week and as a member of a bowling league. He was a member of the American Legion, the Buckeye Elks club, Arizona Classic Thunderbird Club, Charlies' Angels, and the Pinewood Country Club in Munds Park. Dan is survived by his wife of 59 years Margaret Doskocil Welch, five children Arthur (Melody) Welch, Robert (Dana) Welch, Michael (Michelle) Welch, Helen (Alan) Lueck, Wyatt (Michelle) Welch; sister, Catherine Welch Meibert; eleven grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren. A celebration of his life will take place on Monday, July 15, 2019 at 10:00 am at St. Henry Catholic Church 24750 W Lower Buckeye Rd, Buckeye, AZ 85326. Lunch will be served afterwards at the Elks Lodge 109 N 5th St, Buckeye, AZ 85326. Donations can be sent to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

Gabriel Christopher Hernandez, age 22, fell asleep in death on June 16, 2019. He was born in Phoenix, AZ on October 19, 1996. He graduated from Westview High School in 2015. He worked at Progilisys as a project estimator for Delta Diversified Enterprises. He loved being with his family, Tia's and Tio's, cousins, and friends. He loved talking, giving advice, and hanging out with family and close friends. We will miss his bear hugs and kisses, his funny memes, and his beautiful smile and laughter. Gabriel is survived by his parents, Christopher P. and Josephine Hernandez. Grandparents David and Yolanda Hernandez, Mary Lucero, Jesse and Cruzita Mendez, 5 aunts, 3 uncles, and many cousins. We are so thankful for our family and friends who all had a part in helping him grow, making him laugh and smile, and being there for him when he needed a listening ear. Services were held on June 22, 2019. Alex Ramirez, Gabriel's dear friend officiated. Memory comments can be left at samaritanfuneralhome.com

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Daniel Adam Torres, age 26 of Buckeye, died July 3, 2019 in Goodyear. He was born July 28, 1992 in Phoenix, to Ricardo and Hilda Torres. He worked in construction and solar installation. He was always willing to learn new things and to pick-up work on a moment’s

notice. Daniel was the life of the party. He had a great sense of humor and loved to make people laugh and smile. He was handsome with a pleasant smile, deep dimples and a charming personality. He made friends easily and they remained loyal to him because of his kindness and big heart. He loved his family, nephews, nieces, and especially his children. Daniel is survived by his daughters, Lilyanna, Sophia, and Danielle Torres; son, Benjamin Torres; parents, Ricardo and Hilda Torres; sisters, Irma and Vanessa Torres; brother, Ricardo Torres, Jr.; and grandmother, Clara Hernandez. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Benjamin Torres, Juan Torres, and Octavio Hernandez, Sr. A visitation will be at 9:30 am followed by a funeral service at 10:00 am, Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Palm Valley Church, 431 N Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE AND CALL OF SPECIAL ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 25 OF MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA: A special election has been called by, and will be held in, Liberty Elementary School District No. 25 of Maricopa County, Arizona (the "District"), on November 5, 2019 ("Election Day"). The purpose of the election is to permit the qualified electors of the District to vote on authorizing the District to adopt a General Maintenance and Operation Budget that includes an amount of up to 15% in excess of the revenue control limit for the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 and for six subsequent years (subject to certain reductions provided by statute in years six and seven). The District's current 10% budget override is by law required to be reduced by one-third in each of 2022/2023 and 2023/2024. The proposed 15% override budget will be approximately $1,141,563 higher than the District's 2020/2021 alternate budget and the District's secondary tax rate required to fund this amount is estimated to be $0.4094 per one hundred dollars of net limited assessed property valuation for secondary property tax purposes. The total budget override amount is estimated to be $3,424,689 and would be funded by an estimated $1.2281 tax rate. In future years the amount of the increase will be as provided by law. The election will be a mailed ballot only election. No polling places will be provided. Ballots will be mailed to qualified electors residing within the District no earlier than 27 days prior to the election and no later than 15 days before the election. Ballots must be received or dropped off at one of the designated ballot drop box locations as designated by the County Elections Department and as set forth in the informational pamphlet and/or the ballot no later than 7:00 p.m. on Election Day. The informational pamphlet will be mailed to the homes of qualified electors. If a ballot is lost, spoiled, destroyed or not received by the elector, the elector may receive a replacement ballot at the ballot replacement locations designated by the County Elections Department. The last day to register to vote in order to be eligible to vote in this election is Monday, October 7, 2019. For more information about the foregoing, please review A.R.S. § 15-481, or contact the Liberty Elementary School District, 19871 West Fremont Road, Buckeye, AZ 85326, telephone: (623) 474-6600 ___________________________________________________________________ AVISO Y CONVOCACIÓN DE ELECCIÓN ESPECIAL A LOS ELECTORES CALIFICADOS DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR DE ENSEÑANZA PRIMARIA NÚMERO 25 DE LIBERTY DEL CONDADO DE MARICOPA, ARIZONA: Se ha convocado una elección especial por, y se celebrará una elección especial en, el Distrito Escolar de Enseñanza Primaria Número 25 de Liberty del Condado de Maricopa, Arizona (el "Distrito"), el 5 de noviembre de 2019 ("Día de Elección"). El propósito de la elección es permitirles a los electores calificados del Distrito votar para autorizar al Distrito a adoptar un presupuesto General de Mantenimiento y Operación que incluye una cantidad de hasta 15% en exceso del límite de control de ingresos para el año económico 2020/2021 y para seis años subsiguientes (sujeto a ciertas reducciones proveídos por estatuto en los años seis y siete). La ley requiere que el sobrepaso del presupuesto de 10% actual del Distrito se reduzca por un tercio en cada uno de 2022/2023 y 2023/2024. El propuesto sobrepaso del presupuesto de 15% será aproximadamente $1,141,563 más que el presupuesto alterno de 2020/2021 del Distrito y la tasa de impuestos secundaria del Distrito requerida para financiar esta cantidad se estima en $0.4094 por cien dólares de valor tasado limitado neto de propiedad para los propósitos de los impuestos secundarios sobre la propiedad. Se estima que la cantidad completa del sobrepaso del presupuesto será $3,424,689 y sería financiada por una tasa de impuestos estimada de $1.2281. En años futuros la cantidad del aumento será como la ley provea. La elección se llevará a cabo solamente por boletas por correo. No se proveerán centros de votación. Se enviarán por correo las boletas de votación a los electores calificados que residen dentro del Distrito no más temprano que 27 días antes de la elección y no más tarde que 15 días antes de la elección. Las boletas deben ser recibidas o depositadas en una de las ubicaciones designadas para cajas de depósito de boletas de votación como las designa el Departamento de Elecciones del Condado y como se describe en el folleto informativo y/o la boleta no más tarde que las 7:00 p.m. en el Día de Elección. Se enviará por correo el folleto informativo a los domicilios de los electores calificados. Si una boleta está perdida, estropeada, destruida o no recibida por el elector, el elector puede recibir una boleta de reemplazo en las ubicaciones de reemplazo de boleta como las designa el Departamento de Elecciones del Condado.

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PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR ARGUMENTS "FOR" OR "AGAINST" THE SPECIAL BOND ELECTION LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 25 Liberty Elementary School District No. 25 of Maricopa County, Arizona (the "District"), will hold a special bond election on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. The District seeks authorization to issue bonds in the principal amount not to exceed $49,800,000. The estimated average annual tax rate for the proposed bond authorization is $0.98 per $100 of net assessed valuation used for secondary property tax purposes. The Maricopa County School Superintendent will be preparing an informational pamphlet that will be mailed to households containing one or more registered electors within the District. Any persons wishing to submit an argument "for" or "against" the bond question (not to exceed 200 words) may do so by mail or hand delivery of the argument to the Maricopa County School Superintendent's office, County School Superintendent, School Elections Office 4041 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1200, Phoenix, AZ 85012; telephone: (602) 506-3866. To be included in the informational pamphlet, such argument must be received in the office of the Maricopa County School Superintendent on or before 5:00 p.m., August 9, 2019. Such argument must be signed and should include the name of the school district, the author's name, address and telephone number. The last day to register to vote in order to be eligible to vote in this election is Monday, October 7, 2019. For more information concerning the election, please contact Liberty Elementary School District, 19871 West Fremont Road, Buckeye, AZ 85326, telephone: (623) 474-6600. ____________________________________________________________________ SOLICITUD PARA ARGUMENTOS "A FAVOR" O "EN CONTRA" DE LA ELECCIÓN ESPECIAL DE LOS BONOS FINANCIEROS DISTRITO ESCOLAR DE ENSEÑANZA PRIMARIA NÚMERO 25 DE LIBERTY El Distrito Escolar de Enseñanza Primaria Número 25 de Liberty del Condado de Maricopa, Arizona (el “Distrito”) celebrará una elección especial de bonos financieros el martes, 5 de noviembre de 2019. El Distrito busca autorización para emitir bonos financieros en la cantidad principal que no exceda $49,800,000. Se estima que el promedio de la tasa de impuestos anual para la autorización del bono financiero propuesto será $0.98 por $100 de valor tasado neto usado para los propósitos de los impuestos secundarios sobre la propiedad. El Superintendente de Escuelas del Condado de Maricopa estará preparando un folleto informativo que será enviado a los domicilios que contienen un elector o más inscritos dentro del Distrito. Cualquier persona que desee entregar un argumento "a favor" o "en contra" de la cuestión del bono financiero (no debe exceder 200 palabras) puede hacerlo por correo o por entregar el argumento personalmente a la oficina del Superintendente de Escuelas del Condado de Maricopa, County School Superintendent, School Elections Office 4041 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1200, Phoenix, AZ 85012; teléfono: (602) 506-3866.

Para más información sobre lo anterior, favor de revisar A.R.S. § 15-481, o comunicarse con Liberty Elementary School District, 19871 West Fremont Road, Buckeye, AZ 85326, teléfono: (623) 474-6600.

Para ser incluido en el folleto informativo, tal argumento debe ser recibido en la oficina del Superintendente de Escuelas del Condado de Maricopa a las 5:00 de la tarde o antes, el 9 de agosto de 2019. Se tiene que firmar el argumento e incluir el nombre del distrito escolar, el nombre del autor, dirección y número de teléfono. El último día para inscribirse a votar para poder votar en esta elección es el lunes, el 7 de octubre de 2019. Para más información sobre la elección, favor de comunicarse con Liberty Elementary School District, 19871 West Fremont Road, Buckeye, AZ 85326, teléfono: (623) 474-6600.

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El último día para inscribirse a votar para poder votar en esta elección es el lunes, el 7 de octubre de 2019.

PUBLIC NOTICE ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: NURBIL TRANSPORT LLC II The address of the registered office is: 12172 W Davis Lane, AVONDALE, AZ 85323 The name of the Statutory Agent is: Negad Ibrahim III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MEMBER Egal Omer, 12172 W Davis Lane, AVONDALE, AZ, 85323 Published West Valley View/Business, Jul 17, 24, 31, 2019 / 21922

PUBLIC NOTICE ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: PIPE DREAMS TRUCKING LLC II The address of the registered office is: 13411 W. Beverly Rd., GOODYEAR, AZ, 85338 The name of the Statutory Agent is: United States Corporation Agents, Inc. III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MEMBER: Jeffery Smith, 13411 W. Beverly Rd., GOODYEAR, AZ, 85338 and MEMBER: Rachel Marie Smith 13411 W. Beverly Rd., GOODYEAR, AZ, 85338 Published West Valley View/ Business Jul 17, 24, 31, 2019 / 21921

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THOMAS COUNTY STATE OF GEORGIA In Re: Adoption of Baby Boy Engelhardt DOB: 02/07/2019, by and through An Open Door Adoption Agency, Inc. Case No. 19-A-07 NOTICE OF PETITION TO TERMINATE PARENTAL RIGHTS To: Unknown Biological Father of a Child born February 7, 2019, in Fulton County, Georgia to Wendy Engelhardt You are hereby notified that a Petition to Terminate Your Parental Rights has been filed in the above-styled Court by An Open Door Adoption Agency, Inc. through its attorneys. The mother of the child has surrendered her rights to the child to the Petitioner, An Open Door Adoption Agency, Inc., and the Petitioner intends to place the child for adoption. Pursuant to Official Code of Georgia Annotated Section 19-8-10, 19-8-11, 19-8-12 and other pertinent laws, you are advised that you will lose all parental rights to this child, and you will neither receive notice of nor be entitled to object to the adoption of the child, unless, within thirty (30) days of your receipt of this notice, you file a Petition to Legitimate the Child, pursuant to O.C.G.A. 19-7-22 and give notice in writing of the filing of such Petition to this Court and to the attorney listed below. You must prosecute the action to final judgment. You are further advised that if you intend to object to this Petition, you must file an Answer to the Petition to Terminate Parental Rights within thirty (30) days in the Superior Court of Thomas County, Georgia. You are urged to immediately retain legal counsel to assist you in this matter. You should contact the attorney for Petitioner, Chris E. Ambrose, Silvis, Ambrose, Lindquist & Coch, P.C., 220 S. Hansell Street, P.O. Box 1557, Thomasville, Georgia 31799, telephone 229-228-4258 for further information. All notices to or correspondence with the Petitioner and copies of all pleadings or proceedings you may file in any court in regard to the above-referenced Child should be served upon him. Dated this 30th day of April 2019. SILVIS, AMBROSE, LINDQUIST & COCH, P.C. ATTORNEYS FOR AN OPEN DOOR ADOPTION AGENCY, INC. Exhibit A Published: West Valley View, Jul 17, 24, 31, 2019 / 21969 CALL OF SPECIAL BOND ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 25 OF MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA: A special bond election will be held in Liberty Elementary School District No. 25 of Maricopa County, Arizona (the "District"), on November 5, 2019 ("Election Day"). The purpose of the election is to permit the qualified electors of the District to vote on authorizing the District to issue and sell not to exceed $49,800,000 principal amount of school improvement bonds of the District. The estimated average annual tax rate for the proposed bond authorization is $0.98 per $100 of net assessed valuation used for secondary property tax purposes. The election will be a mailed ballot only election. No polling places will be provided. Ballots will be mailed to qualified electors residing within the District no earlier than 27 days prior to the election and no later than 15 days before the election. The last day to register to vote in order to be eligible to vote in this election is Monday, October 7, 2019. Any qualified elector is eligible for early voting. Early voting materials may be obtained by contacting the Maricopa County Elections Department, 510 S. Third Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85003; telephone: (602) 506-1511. For more information about the foregoing, please review A.R.S. §§ 15-491 and 35-454, or contact the Liberty Elementary School District, 19871 West Fremont Road, Buckeye, AZ 85326, telephone: (623) 4746600. ____________________________________________________________________ CONVOCACIÓN DE LA ELECCIÓN ESPECIAL DE LOS BONOS FINANCIEROS A LOS ELECTORES CALIFICADOS DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR DE ENSEÑANZA PRIMARIA NÚMERO 25 DE LIBERTY DEL CONDADO DE MARICOPA, ARIZONA: Se celebrará una elección especial de los bonos financieros en el Distrito Escolar de Enseñanza Primaria Número 25 de Liberty del Condado de Maricopa, Arizona (el "Distrito"), el 5 de noviembre de 2019 ("Día de Elección"). El propósito de la elección es permitirles a los electores calificados del Distrito votar para autorizar al Distrito a emitir y vender bonos financieros de mejoramiento escolar del Distrito en una cantidad principal que no exceda $49,800,000. Se estima que el promedio de la tasa de impuestos anual para la propuesta autorización de los bonos financieros será $0.98 por $100 de valor tasado neto usado para los propósitos de los impuestos secundarios sobre la propiedad. La elección se llevará a cabo solamente por boletas por correo. No se proveerán centros de votación. Se enviarán por correo las boletas de votación a los electores calificados que residen dentro del Distrito no más temprano que 27 días antes de la elección y no más tarde que 15 días antes de la elección. El último día para inscribirse a votar para poder votar en esta elección es el lunes, 7 de octubre de 2019. Cualquier elector calificado es elegible para la votación temprana. Se puede obtener los materiales para la votación temprana por comunicarse con Maricopa County Elections Department, 510 S. Third Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85003: teléfono: (602) 506-1511. Para más información sobre lo anterior, favor de revisar A.R.S. §§ 15-491 y 35-454, o comunicarse con Liberty Elementary School District, 19871 West Fremont Road, Buckeye, AZ 85326, teléfono: (623) 474-6600. Published: West Valley View/Business, Jul 17, 24, 2019 / 21971

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Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166

623.556.8378

602-931-0904

Same Day Service & Free Estimates

HandymanIam@cox.net

Licensed, Bonded & Insured ROC #289066

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

LANDSCAPING

• Service & Installation • Door Off Track • Routine Maintenance • Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Valley Wide Service 24/7 • Hablo Español ROC# 319202

BROKEN SPRINGS

623-225-1930

• • • • • •

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

Serving the West Valley Since 1990 Not a licensed contractor

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

Mike (623) 764-1294

100 OFF

Service

Water Heater Flush

New Water Heater

Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 8/31/19

623-688-5243

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

45.00

Phoenix Metro Area

ROC#212627

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

LANDSCAPING

Landscape

VISTA VISTA

602.301.3429 (Call/Text)

* Irrigation system and repairs (Valves, drip, timers, & sprinklers) * Pavers * Artificial grass * Malibu lights * Maintenance, general clean-ups & hauling * House painting, interior & exterior AND MUCH MORE. CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE.

Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly Residential & Commercial, Big Properties Not a licensed contractor

Insured & Bonded Insured & Bonded ROC#230926 ROC#230926

DEL DEL

SOL SOL LANDSCAPE LANDSCAPE

Irrigation Install & Repairs Irrigation Install Pavers& Repairs Pavers Outdoor Lighting Outdoor Lighting Arbor Care/Cleanups Arbor Care/Cleanups

vistadelsollandscape@q.com vistadelsollandscape@q.com

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

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

LANDSCAPING

PLUMBING

Avondale Garage Doors Inc.

Lawn Care

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

Showroom & Parts Store

Fix & Replace Garage Doors & Openers

LOW PRICES!

Bonded • Insured • Licensed AvondaleGarageDoors.com ROC#198687

623.466.3712

GLASS SERVICES

• Tree Trimming

• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

LANDSCAPING

www.fastflowplumbingandair.com Water Heater • Water Treatments • Faucets/Toilets • Leak locating Drain Cleaning • Heating • Air Conditioning • Air Purification Gas Pipe Repairs & Installation

24 hour e! Servic ra $) (No Ext

Don’t let your broken panes... Break your bank!!! Mention this ad: Buy One Window Replacement Get the Second -1/2 OFF* Residential • Commercial Family Owned & Operated In Arizona Since 1977 www.demersglass.com

www.theplumberguy.com

(623) 878-1180

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 185143, 192987

Same Day Service

24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE

Landscape Maintenance Services References Available

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

623-535-8000

623.910.0742

432 N. Litchfield Rd. Unit 300

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

•No Job Too Small • Free Estimates

Garage Doors

www.azbestgaragedoors.com

™

AZ MAD Heating & Cooling

Mike’s Lawn Service LLC

Licensed Bonded Insured ROC 286561

Honest Locally Integrity & Veteran Value Owned

HANDYMAN

HANDYMAN I AM

Family Owned & Operated

AIR CONDITIONING

Inc.

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

Broken Springs Replaced

*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY

ROC# CR65 090690D

Senior & Military Discounts

• Regular Maintenance • • Bi-Weekly & Monthly Service • • One Time Clean-Ups • • Plant & Tree Renovation • • Tree Trimming & Removal • • Irrigation Repairs & Installs • • Weed Control & Removal • • Next-Day Service in Most Cases •

Gardeningpluslandscapes@gmail.com

Ben - 623-764-1364 Not a licensed contractor

6500

Drain Cleaning with Guarantee

75 OFF

Any NEW Water Heater Install

Sewer Camera Inspections

FREE ESTIMATES

Family Locally Owned & Operated • 20 Years Experience

Complimentary Plumbing Inspection with Any Repair

623-299-7111

Licensed • Bonded • Insured • 234804 & 234805

CLASSIFIEDS

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JULY 17, 2019

BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY LANDSCAPING Same Owners, Same Great Service!

Custom Landscaping and Hardscaping Same Owners, formerly Flatiron Landscape Same Great Service! Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens Same Owners, Same Service! Custom Landscaping andGreat Hardscaping Concrete. Retaining Walls. Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens Fireplaces. Outdoor Kitchens. Curbing. Custom Landscaping and Hardscaping Concrete. Walls. Irrigation and Repairs Pavers • ArtifiInstallation cial Retaining Grass • Putting Greens Fireplaces. Outdoor Curbing. Tree• and PlantKitchens. Installation Concrete Retaining Walls Fireplaces Irrigation Installation and• Repairs Outdoor • Cubring E FRE Tree andKitchens Plant Installation ST E Licensed-Bonded-Insured Irrigation Installation and Repairs IMATES ROC#202397. ROC#219652 TreeLicensed-Bonded-Insured and Plant Installation ROC#202397. ROC#219652 D:(623)670-0080 D:(623)670-0080 stonecreek-az.com stonecreek-az.com D:(623)670-0080 O:(623)536-8275 O:(623)536-8275 stonecreek-az.com

PAINTING

PEST CONTROL

We’re on A-CALL A-CALL aa cacallllreawawonayaylyly PAINTING We’Wree’ only a call away !

HOA REPAINT REPAINT SPECIALIST HOA SPECIALIST HOA REPAINT SPECIALIST ROC#302675 ROC#302675 •• Fully Fully Insured Insured jppaintpros445@gmail.com jppaintpros445@gmail.com

Estimates Free Jack Pacheco Jack Pacheco

O:(623)536-8275 Licensed - Bonded - Insured • ROC#202397 ROC#219652

602-422-3648 602-422-3648

LANDSCAPING

PAINTING

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

623-308-2801

deserttree.az@gmail.com INSURED

MEDICAL SERVICES

WINTER BROS PESTS, inc. Termite - Pest - Pigeon Pro’s

— 623-869-7378 — FHA/VA Inspections

Bed Bugs, Bees, etc.

Basic Pest Service

FAMILY OWNED

49-75

PLUMBING

Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818

Free Estimates

623-972-9150 623-695-3390

Bob

PAINTING

Charles Residential Care LLC.

MEDICAL SERVICES

“A Passion for Caring”

BRUSH STROKE PAINTING FREE ESTIMATES

POWER WASH • WINDOW CLEANING • CABINETS DRYWALL REPAIR • ACOUSTIC CEILINGS BRUSH/ROLL/SPRAY • INTERIOR/EXTERIOR brushstrokepaintingllc@gmail.com

MOBILE:

602-722-7696

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

ROC Lic. #170982

PEST CONTROL

Residential, Commercial & Industrial Customers

• In-Home care service for your loved ones • On Call 24/7 Customized Care • Experienced Staff • RN Supervised • Serving the Greater Phoenix West

Serving Arizona Since 1976 • Locally Owned & Operated

www.acompassionatehomecare.com

623.547.7521

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

PAINTING

PEST CONTROL

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

Interior & Exterior

FREE ESTIMATES

Jeff R. Saunders

602-826-3969 Mobile

Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded

The Bug Stops Here

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

Lic# 4147

L&M

PEST & LANDSCAPING LLC • ALL PEST CONTROL • Fleas/ Ticks • Bed Bugs • Roaches • Weed control • All surfaces with 6 month guarantee • Residential / Commercial

with Plumbing Inspection

Senior & Military Discounts

For All Plumbing Repairs

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

Mitch Stevens OWNER-OPERATOR A Referral Is The Best Compliment Bus

623 932 4168 Cell 623 810 6035

License #8555 mes123us@yahoo.com

No Contracts • Payment Plans

623-322-9100

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

PLUMBING

For All Your Plumbing Needs Senior Citizen Discount 20 Years Experience

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

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

FREE ESTIMATES!

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

Estrella Custom Designs ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED

New Roofs & Reroofs

Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate Kitchens Concrete Flooring

DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

872-3047

WATER TREATMENT

ROOFING

Additions Garages Patios

FREE Estimates

Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

Painting & More

35 Years Experience in the Valley

Veteran Owned

Buckeye Plumbing

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

623-299-2637

623-293-7095 623-293-7095 License #ROC209589

623-293-2648

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com

PLUMBING

POOL SERVICES

ROOFING

HANDYMAN

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982

Veteran Owned

Buckeye Plumbing

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

623-386-0710

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

EstrellaCustomDesigns.com

TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!

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

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

“1 Call & We Do It All”

triplerpool@gmail.com

623-935-9221

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com

Built Stronger to Last Longer

PLUMBING

ROOFING

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

Total Care Plumbing LLC

The most experienced and compassionate home care service in the West!

24 Hr. Service Plumbing Service & Repair Sewer & Drain Cleaning Free Estimates Free Plumbing Inspection

UPHOLSTERY

602-622-2859 623-936-5775

Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

Your West Valley Plumber

DRAIN CLEANING

ROOFING

HAMILTON & HAMILTON

MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC

BRANDENBURG PAINTING

ERIC SAUNDERS

• Offers long-term residential care for seniors • RN Owner/operated • Serene, Secure & comfortable environment • Trains caregivers for NCIA Board certification and Heart Saver CPR/1st Aid • Beds available in Goodyear and Glendale

Lic. / Est. 1981

PLUMBING

Water Heaters from

585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $

includes labor

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

FREE ESTIMATES

PHILLIPS

ROOFING LLC Member of ABM

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 223367 Valleywide CR 42 DUAL

623-873-1626 Almeida All employees verified Free estimates Roofing Inc. All Types of Roofing

on all roofs 36 Years experience in AZ Licensed contractor since 2006

FREE

ESTIMATES!!!!!

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

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

Honey Do List Too Long? Check out the Handyman Section!

Good Morning, Hiring days went very well! We hired 30 people in total, which is excellent. I will definitely continue to use your paper for our ads. Thank you and have a great day! :) V. Meloy, McDonald’s

Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair

623-386-0710

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

phillipsroofingaz.com phillipsroofing@cox.net

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JULY 17, 2019

CLASSIFIEDS

STORMS

ARE COMING Your Residential and Commercial Roofing Contractor Has You Covered!

“Let Our Family Cover Yours”  New Construction, Repairs, Recovers, Maintenance  Installation of Gutters & Attic Insulation  Shingles, Tile, Built Up Single Ply, Foam & Coatings, Metal, Shake ROC #’s: 061127 - 287012 - 198009 - 082024 - 318282

We’re Here To Answer Your Questions. Give Us A Call!

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | JULY 17, 2019

BE$T PEOPLE - BE$T PRICES LOWE$T TA X RATE

S ummer Celebration Continues!

Jones Ford 2018 Ford EcoSport SE

LAST OF 2018’S!

• Navigation • Reat Camera • Sirius XM • Moon Roof MSRP

$25,790

STK# 18580D8559

Savings

$8000

off

17,790

Jones Price

• XLT Chrome Pkg • 36 Gal • FX4 Oﬀ Rd • Trailer Tow Pkg • Integrated Brk Controller • More

$45,885

$13,000

Savings

off

32,885

Jones Price

STK# 18260

MSRP

STK# 19016

18,735 MSRP

Demo Savings

Jones Demo Price

Jones Price

2019 Ford Escape

5000 off

MSRP

50,435

2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid

Demo Savings

STK# 19225

25,695 MSRP

6000 off

off

• Navigation • Rear Camera • Ford Pass • Blind Spot Alert • More

STK# 19073

$64,435

$14,000

28,550

7000 off

Demo Savings

11,735* Jones Demo Price $12,640* Jones Demo Price$19,695* Jones Demo Price$21,550*

THE WORKS FUEL SAVER PACKAGE

17,640

19,596

STK#D8464

Savings

38,775 • Rear Camera • Keyless entry • Sync w/Applink • Alum Wheels • More

7000 off Demo Savings

off

2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan

off

MSRP

DEMO SAVINGS IS NOW!

• Rear Camera • Sync w/Applink • Auto • Alum Wheels • More

$27,596

$8000

2018 Ford Expedition XLT 4X4

$51,775

$13,000

Savings

2019 Ford Focus Sedan • Rear Camera • Sync w/Applink • Keyless Entry • More

STK# 18373D8560

Savings

• Navigation • Blind Spot • Driver Asst Pkg • Leather Seating • More

STK# 18293D8561

MSRP

Jones Price

MSRP

2018 Ford F-150 Crew 4X4

• 3.5L Ecoboost • Integrated Brk Controller • Chrome App Pkg • Trailer Tow Pkg • More STK# # 18593D8562

• Navigation • Reat Camera • Sirius XM • Moon Roof

Jones Price

2018 Ford F-150 S-Cab XLT

MSRP

2018 Ford EcoSport 4X4

Plus tax and fees

MOTORCRAFT FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT

Plus tax and fees

IS YOUR FORD ROAD TRIP READY?

Plus tax and fees

THE WORKS DIESEL PACKAGE

Plus tax and fees

 Motorcraft oil & filter change  Top off all fluids  Check air & cabin air filters  Inspect brakes system  Test battery  Check belts & hoses  Rotate & inspect all four tires  Multipoint inspection

 Increases performance  Helps keep fuel injectors clean  Recommended every 15,000 miles  Includes installation

 4 wheel alignment  Check caster, camber and toe-in  Adjust as applicable  Check and adjust tire pressure

 Motorcraft diesel oil & filter change  Top off all fluids  Check air & cabin air filters  Inspect brakes system  Test battery  Check belts & hoses  Rotate & inspect all four tires  Multipoint inspection

Up to 5 quarts of Motorcraft® Premium Blend oil & Motorcraft® ﬁlter. Hybrid battery text excluded. Expire 07.31.19

Car anf Light trucks only. Diesel excluded. Expire 07.31.19

$89.99 cost of most vehicles. Expire 07.31.19

Up to 12 quarts of Motorcraft® Premium Blend diesel oil & Motorcraft® ﬁlter. Expire 07.31.19

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

623.386.4429 | JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM *Must Qualify and Finance through Ford Motor Credit Financing. All sales prices and offers cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. Prices subject to change. All vehicles subject to prior sale. Prices do not include sales tax, license, $379.00 dealer doc fee and any dealer add-ons. Prices valid through 07/23/2019. Sales vehicles may have scratches, dents or dings. See dealer for details.