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Antibody research comes to WV BY TOM SCANLON
West Valley View Managing Editor
NEWS .............. 4 Sun Health is ready to grow in Litchfield Park
SPORTS ........ 16 Kickoff nears for high school football season
YOUTH ......... 21 Teen Lifeline answers calls of despair with care
OPINION ...............10 BUSINESS.............. 13 SPORTS ..................16 FEATURES ..............18 YOUTH ..................21 OBITUARIES ...........22 CLASSIFIEDS ..........24 WEST
It’s no exaggeration to say the government is after your blood. Officials say a new antibody test will help them understand the spread of COVID-19—and potential immunity to the disease. Though most West Valley public schools remain in online-only mode, recent data is giving districts confidence to inch forward with plans to reopen classrooms. Some parents, like Wendy Ellis-Bailey, are more than ready. Responding to a poll on the West Valley View’s Facebook page, Ellis-Bailey gave remote teaching an “F” grade. “This is ridiculous. Can’t wait for school to open in October. The children NEED proper teachers,” she wrote. Nadia Pineda, the mother of a kindergartener, agreed: “It is really hard for her to focus.” Those eager for schools to reopen will
Maricopa County Department of Public Health is reaching out to several West Valley neighborhoods for a “serosurvey.” Testing blood draws from volunteers is aimed at determining the percentage of Maricopa County residents who have COVID-19 antibodies. (Photo courtesy MCDPH)
anxiously await results of a county-wide survey. This week, Maricopa County Public Health is finalizing a new “serosurvey.”
The random test includes Avondale (85323 ZIP code), Tolleson (85037), Glendale
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Controversy over police disability approval BY TOM SCANLON
West Valley View Managing Editor
The disability approval of Kyle Cluff, a former Goodyear police officer who was untruthful with a superior, is raising some eyebrows—particularly as he told the retirement board he “misspoke” during his hearing. “He’s a lying piece of (expletive)—and now he gets a tax-free pension,” said one current offi-
cer, who asked not to have his name used. “Cluff lies, quits before getting fired. Lies to the retirement board repeatedly, and they even talk about the dishonesty and lack of confidence in the application—then vote to give it to him,” said a former officer, who also asked not to be named. When told about the comments, Cluff said he wasn’t surprised. “Some people hate
me—because I called out something that was wrong,” Cluff said. Indeed, his remarks at a meeting last fall about undercover police using improper license plates led to an interrogation by then-Deputy Chief Justin Hughes. Cluff discussed the license plate issue with
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Survey...continued from page 1 (85304) and Peoria (85382). “Our goal is to get a random sample of Maricopa County,” said Dr. Rebecca Sunenshine, the county’s medical director for Disease Control. She stressed that 30 communities around the county were selected randomly, with a goal of seven participants in each community. Residents received a door hanger to notify them of their eligibility for participation. Those who volunteer to participate will do a blood draw—either in a small tent set up outside their homes or at a lab, as they prefer. The Mayo Clinic will test the blood for COVID-19 antibodies. “It will show presence of antibodies to COVID-19, which indicates you had or have COVID-19,” Sunenshine said. Participants will receive their test results by phone within two weeks. Meanwhile, the county will analyze the data to get a “big-picture” view of the spread of coronavirus. The presence of antibodies is key, as many who have COVID-19 may not know it, due to mild symptoms or none
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at all. “Especially early on in the pandemic, not everyone who was infected was tested. We also know that around 40% of people infected with COVID-19 never develop symptoms and may not be included in our case counts,” said Marcy Flanagan, executive director of the county’s Public Health Department. Sunenshine said this will help with vaccination planning. “The goal of this is for us to understand a county-wide perspective of the portion of the population with antibodies, which tells us how likely they are to have some immunity and how many people we would have to vaccinate,” Sunenshine said. She added, “That information is helpful to know when we can relax social distancing and mask requirements.” Asked how long she thinks antibodies will provide immunity to COVID-19, Sunenshine hedged. “I would not feel comfortable answering that,” she said, noting the disease is in its early stages. “But we know that literature supports that most people who have had COVID-19 do develop antibodies and
have some protection. ... We’re all pretty confident that protection lasts at least three months.” According to the Maricopa County COVID-19 data tracker, the county has been collecting data on the coronavirus for eight months, with nearly 140,000 positive test results. In addition to the general site, in the last month the county launched a School Reopening Dashboard and Guidance site. Both reflect positive trends, with results showing the spread of coronavirus slowing from previous months. The West Valley View asked Sunenshine how she interprets recent data. “Overall, the trends we’re seeing in the county is that we peaked and our percentage positive rates are down probably about the lowest we think we will see them—and we have now plateaued,” she answered. “... We need to keep up social distancing, wearing masks and staying home when we’re sick in order to keep at low levels.” With many West Valley schools planning to reopen schools in two weeks, the West Valley View asked Sunen-
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Though an independent investigation found Hughes overzealous in his investigation, it did not excuse Cluff’s failing to tell the truth—which likely would have led to him being fired, the fate of other officers found to be untruthful. But Cluff resigned, shortly before the investigation was released. He said he quit in January not to avoid being fired but because he was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. “It was doctors telling me, ‘Hey, you have an issue,’” Cluff said.
Susan Petty, a police department administrative employee. But, when Hughes asked Cluff if he discussed it with Petty, Cluff denied it. Why did he fail to tell the truth to Hughes, his superior? “I didn’t feel safe,” Cluff told the West Valley View. “Realistically, knowing the history that this dude has some mental issues ... the way it was going down, and him having a gun on a hip.”
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shine what her expectations are for community spread once students return to classrooms. “Generally, it takes at least two weeks before we start to see an impact on numbers from a change in scenario, whether that’s opening schools for in-person learning, interventions to reduce spread, or anything else,” she said. “We have been working with schools regularly to offer guidance on how to reduce risk to students and staff when classrooms reopen. If there are cases in schools, we will work closely with the school to ensure they have guidance to stop COVID-19 spread.” After being placed on administrative leave last October, he said he started realizing he had a problem. “When you’re on admin leave, you’re cut off—no one talks to you, you’re shunned. You’re by yourself on a lonely island with time for a lot of self reflection. I started thinking, ‘Maybe I’m not right.’ And I had promptings from my family, ‘Why don’t you go talk to somebody?’” Cluff said. The Goodyear Police Public Safety Personnel Retirement Board approved Cluff’s disability request at the end of July, after several meetings during which Cluff said he was “put through the ringer.” Even though an independent medical examiner provided documentation stating Cluff has PTSD, the board asked Cluff about details. This led to emotional statements, with Bill Stipp challenging the way the board was handling Cluff’s request—and board chair Laura Kaino defending her questioning of Cluff. Both Stipp and Kaino are members of the Goodyear City Council.
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Disability...continued from page 2 According to minutes of the July 23 retirement board meeting, “Chairman Kaino commented on statements made by Councilmember Stipp. She stated that the board has a fiduciary responsibility to do their due diligence. “She added that a number of PTSD cases have come before the board that have been tied to disciplinary issues. She said the board has been cautious and these cases are precedent-setting decisions and the board has wanted to ensure they have all the documentation needed to make decisions. “She said there have been red flags, and in this case Kyle Cluff has not been forthcoming and there are concerns about truthfulness. She added that the board is not convinced about the reason for his separation or the permanence of his disability.” Yet Kaino ultimately voted with the majority in approving Cluff’s disability payments. Board members Michael Stewart and Jay Mathias also voted to approve Cluff’s claim, with Eric Webster voting against Cluff. The West Valley View asked Kaino about her vote, and if Stipp’s testimony swayed her. “I voted to award Cluff the disability retirement based on the medical evidence provided to the board by the physician who conducted the independent medical examination,” Kaino said in an email. “Mr. Stipp’s comments did not impact my decision. Our boards and commissions always provide the opportunity for citizen comment. In this instance, Mr. Stipp made it clear that his comments were made as a private citizen and not as an elected official.” In an email, Stipp confirmed he was not speaking in an official capacity. “As a retired and disabled public safety beneficiary, I spoke on behalf of the retirement process and not on behalf of Mr. Cluff,” Stipp said. He noted that, when he spoke to the retirement board, “While I use examples from Mr. Cluff’s case, I addressed the need to treat our public safety professionals who have a claim of PTSD, equally and compassionately. “I did feel it appropriate to address the board, about what I believed to be, detrimental comments made at the previous meeting that could have long term consequences for future applicants who
NEWS need help,” Stipp said. Stipp was not specific but may have been referring to a board member telling Cluff, “Maybe you weren’t cut out to be a cop.” At the July 23 retirement board meeting, Cluff was challenged about earlier testimony he gave, when in answer to a question he said he had been at an autopsy. “I misspoke,” Cluff told the board. Cluff told the West Valley View his statement was made out of confusion. “I got spun up and stuttered. I’m not dishonest, I’ve been very upfront with all the doctors,” he said.
He said his PTSD diagnosis is something many—if not most—police officers could share. “I don’t think I’m special in any way. I think a lot of officers deal with what I’m dealing with,” Cluff said. “But when you’re in that life, it’s the blind leading the blind. There’s people laughing about serious things, like people getting shot in the face—like it’s just normal. Officers don’t sleep, you have nightmares, flashbacks—you don’t talk about it. “And if you do people think you’re crazy.”
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Sun Health ready to sprout in Litchfield Park
WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
BY TOM SCANLON
West Valley View Managing Editor
It’s no surprise that Sun Health is creating more independent living units— that’s what the nonprofit has been doing, for more than a half-century in the West Valley. But starting a farm? That’s a little out of the box and, indeed, ironic in this age of turning farms into homes around the West Valley. Sharon Grambow said Sun Health is putting down roots—literally—on 25 acres in Litchfield Park. “We are talking with a local farm that will have a farm there with a stand and a farm-to-fork restaurant,” said Grambow, Sun Health CFO. “We have a farmer that will start putting in crops as early as the first quarter of 2021.” That likely will please the Litchfield family. Litchfield Park founder Paul Litchfield’s daughter, Edith Litchfield Denny, and her husband, Wally Denny, donated the 300 acres to Sun Health in 1999. Sun Health, which also has senior communities in Sun City and Surprise, currently has 131 independent living homes (117 apartment units and 14 casitas) on the property near Camelback and Litchfield roads. The Sun Health homes are called La Loma Village. Recently, the Litchfield Park City Council approved an expansion for 70 more independent living homes, dubbed the Orchard at Rancho La Loma. Construction for the new neighborhood is scheduled to start later this year, with the homes to be ready by the sum-
mer. Plans are also in place for a community event center. “The 70 (new homes) really represents a number to make the project work economically,” Grambow said. “(The current) 131 independent living units for a life care campus is a bit small to take advantage of economies of scale.” She explained the Sun Health philosophy: “When a resident moves in, we guarantee they will never have to leave—no matter what happens to them medically or financially.” Grambow also envisions a “healthy food store” and retail shops for part of the Litchfield Park land. “We’ve got a lot of things in the works. We’re just waiting for the city to approve our zoning request,” she said. The farm fits with the current agricultural zoning, so it is ready to go—and grow. “Paul Litchfield had a huge agricultural development, and of course the family lived on the hilltop. They had large citrus groves and a lot of other crops planted on the land,” she said. “In our branding, we have used the oranges as part of our logo for the Rancho La Loma campus—an homage back to the days Mr. and Mrs. Litchfield owned it and cultivated it. “What was most important to them was they didn’t hand it off to an organization that would sell the land to developers then walk away. What was important to Edith and Wally Denny, who made the gift, was for the land (to) be used for healthy living and the well-being of people in the Southwest Valley.”
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Avondale City Council looks at the future NEWS
WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
BY BRIAN CANO SR.
West Valley View Staff Writer
A list of goals and expectations for the next five years was discussed at the Sept. 11 Avondale City Council online strategic retreat meeting. The council continued drafting the city’s top priorities and main objectives for the city’s current five-year plan. Mayor Kenn Weise said the city will continue to provide residents with the ability to connect with amenities, businesses and their community, enhancing the opportunity to live, work and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. “We see Avondale having the hottest housing market in the state. I think that
I think that’s important. And I think that keeps our focus on it.” Weise said. The meeting began with a presentation by consultant Julia Novak on the findings from an online survey. In addition, Novak discussed the framework and priorities moving forward. “Community, family friendly, welcoming, safe, diverse are some of the major themes that we heard,” said Darin Thomas, another consultant. “A lot of interest in making sure we have thriving businesses and diverse living opportunities.” Thomas said most respondents supported planned capital improvement projects, including improvements focused on specific high-growth areas in
both traffic and infrastructure. According to Thomas, Avondale residents want to know that they will have a sufficient water supply and plenty of open spaces as the city grows into its planned future. “It is about continued growth, economic development and making sure that we have access to diverse employment opportunities.” Thomas said. “Being able to sustain the growth that we’re realizing now, making sure that we’re planning for the impacts.” On Aug. 27, Avondale held a community summit, which included 30 community participants, a survey and interviews with the city council, city manager’s of-
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fice and department heads. One of the goals that received the most discussion was an effort to further the city’s affordable housing opportunities. Another goal expressed interest in exploring the possibility of establishing a program that supports Old Town small businesses, according to Carter. Councilman Curtis Nielson said the statistics about the community and the compiled data in this report will drive subsequent initiatives that are tailored to meet the needs of Avondale residents. “I just really want to get people engaged in the process,” he said. The city council will continue to discuss its goals at an Oct. 29 retreat.
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West Valley voters soon will have the chance to help choose everything from leaders of school districts to leaders of the state—and country. Buckeye Elementary School District voters will choose from Amy Lovitt, Michael Melton, Brett Benninghoff and Richard Hopkins for three open board seats. Six filed as Buckeye Union High School District board candidates for three open seats: Morris Seeskin, Megan Blackburn, Jeffrey Brady, Kristi Bencomo, Paul Jensen and Brian Turner. Five candidates filed as Litchfield Elementary School District governing board candidates for three open seats: Ryan Risselman, Tawnya Pfitzer, Jeremy Hoenack, Danielle Clymer and Melissa Zuidema. Four candidates filed as Littleton Elementary School District governing board candidates for three open seats: Sara Contreras, Kathy Reyes, John Raeder and Sophia Johnson. Other West Valley districts canceled elections due to a lack of competition. Agua Fria Union High School District
residents will not vote, as only Kristen Acton, Gina DeCoste and Trey Terry filed for three open board seats. They will be appointed. Similarly, Avondale Elementary School District will not have an election, as Amy Lowe, Mark Gonzales, Megan Griego, Elizabeth Canchola and Robert Vernier were the only candidates to file for the five open board positions. Liberty Elementary School District will not have an election for the governing board, with only three candidates for the three open seats: Suzanne McEvoy, Jamie Miller and Paul Bixler. (William Jennings withdrew his candidacy.) And only three filed as Saddle Mountain Unified School District governing board candidates for the same number of open seats: Bernadette Delacruz, Bonnie Hudson and Paul Roetto. Tolleson Elementary and Tolleson Union High school districts will not have elections. Due to a lack of competition, Anthony Aponte, Belinda Quezada and Roberta Garcia will be appointed to the Tolleson Elementary School District governing
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Landmark cross found burned on church property BY TOM SCANLON
West Valley View Managing Editor
It’s a little difficult to focus on building a new church—when you find a cross burned on your property. Such is the situation at Turning Leaf of the Nazarene Church, being built in unincorporated Maricopa County just outside Litchfield Park. The church has been celebrating services at its temporary home of Heritage School in Glendale. Groundbreaking for the permanent church is scheduled for 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, on Litchfield Road just south of Bethany Home Road. “We don’t have a physical address yet,” Pastor Jeff Fillis said. “It’ll be a one-hour service on our land,” he said. “We’re asking people to bring their own chairs, and we’ll let them sit anywhere on the property.” Many of the patrons will likely shake their heads in disgust, looking at a partially charred cross—a longtime landmark on the property (previously owned by another church). The night of Sept. 14, the church received a call from the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, informing them the cross was on fire. How it started is a bit of a controversy. “I read the report and according to the fire department there were no suspicious circumstances,” said Sgt. Joa-
quin Enriquez of the MCSO. “They believe it was due to a battery pack that was attached, and there was a chemical smell to it.” Though the cross did have lights, Filis and others with the church are confident that didn’t start the fire. The cross also had a camera—which shows a man in the act of arson, several said. “We have trail cam footage of the guy with gas cans and an explosion of fire,” Fillis said. “It was a definite arson,” said Jim LaRue, a church volunteer. “There is more damage at the bottom of the cross than the top.” Fillis stressed that, though shaken by the incident, the church is ready to forgive and forget. “We’re not trying to shame the guy or make him hated by the community,” the pastor said. “Our attitude is we want it to be forgiveness, even if he’s not asking for it—as we are in this society, where there’s so much hatred and division. We want to be people who are loving and bringing people together.” He added that the church is putting new lights on the cross. “It’s burnt but not falling over,” he said. “Eventually, we’ll be putting a new cross up.”
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
City of Avondale asks voters to approve sales tax increase BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
For Avondale residents, the Nov. 3 election ballot includes Proposition 443. This is a request to increase the sales tax rate for items under $5,000 to 2.7% for a period of 25 years. According to the city, the tax proceeds will be deposited in a Recreation and Quality of Life Tax Fund to be used for parks and amenities, sports and recreation facilities, open space and trails, and programming at new and existing facilities. If the proposition fails, the tax rates will remain unchanged at 2.5% for items under $5,000. On June 1, Avondale City Council approved a resolution to ask for the sales tax increase. “Historically, Avondale has sought ballot propositions for a sales tax increase based on what we hear from our community,” Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise said. “As a lean and nimble organization that is well run, with sound fiscal policies, we reach out to voters only when there is a
desire on the part of the community to expand on the current high level of services and amenities the city offers.” He said the sales tax increase will help fund what the community is requesting and build on recent recreational projects. “Our young demographic has demonstrated a desire for more parks, sports and recreational amenities, open space and trails, as well as more programming at current and new facilities,” Weise said. “Over the past few years, we have renovated and expanded our two regional parks, Friendship Park and Festival Fields, and we’re building a third one, Alamar regional park. We’ve improved our neighborhood parks and expanded our recreation offerings.” Those who have registered for early voting should receive ballots by Oct. 7. The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 5. For more information, visit avondaleaz.gov/elections or call the Avondale city clerk’s office at 623-333-1000.
Buckeye mayor honored as Distinguished Public Official BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
Chalk up another award for Buckeye Mayor Jackie Meck: The Arizona Chapter of the American Planning Association named him the 2020 Distinguished Public Official. According to the city of Buckeye, “Meck was nominated for his long list of accomplishments in planning for the future of Buckeye, the West Valley and throughout Arizona, while balancing natural resources and environmental habitats.” A Buckeye native, Meck was reelected to his third consecutive term in 2016, and previously served as Buckeye mayor from 1973 to 1975 and as a Buckeye council member from 1968 to 1975. He did not run for reelection, choosing to retire from public service in
November. Some of the highlights of his career include: • Leading efforts to restore the Gila River by removing invasive salt cedars and replacing them with native plants. • Advocating the preservation of the White Tank Mountains as a founding member and current board member of the White Tank Mountains Conservancy Group. • Advocating for open space and natural resource conservation within the city of Buckeye with the establishment of Skyline Regional Park. Mayor Meck also serves on many boards, including the Maricopa Association of Governments, the El Rio Restoration Project, Interstate-11 Coalition and Abrazo West Campus.
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Sundance HOA I Editor: Let me start by saying that I am on the Sundance Residential HOA board. Having said that, let it be known that I feel that I am being harassed by the HOA’s community manager and the legal firm under the direct orders of the HOA president. I have been told by the president that “he does not understand why I remain on the board, because I favor the homeowners too much and he’s tired of my b.s.” I believe I am being targeted by this corrupt board by them sending various violation letters (no one else has received the violation notices) and threatening letters from the HOA’s attorney to suspend my position on the board. The annual election is Sept. 28. My only crime is that I am vocal in the community and encourage homeowners to apply for open positions on the board and to vote in order to make Sundance Residential a community where people want to raise their family. We need people on the HOA board that are more in favor of the homeowners. We need a change in order to provide a happier environment for our community, a community where people are proud to say they live in Sundance Residential. Sundancers, please vote. Together we can make a difference. Kathy Scarlett Buckeye
Sundance HOA II Editor:
In 13 years in Buckeye, I have witnessed firsthand corruption that involves both the law firm and the management company employee’s participation in illicitly running Sundance Residential HOA for profit. I believe Tom Campanella receives “incentives” from vendors to keep him on their side. Mark Sahl is consistently adding usurious and unnecessary attorney fees to
homeowners’ lots, also known as time theft. I challenge Campanella and Sahl’s 2013 statements to the Superior Court and petition for judicial relief to change the HOA bylaws to better suit their needs without 75% of the vote from the homeowners. Every time Campanella makes a phone call to Sahl, they start the ATM for the attorney’s fees at a rate of about $400 per hour charged at 15-minute increments to whomever the homeowner they may be speaking about. I can attest to this because they added over $50,000 of attorney’s fees to my lot that started as a false claim for approximately $1,200 and attempted to collect on it in federal court, and they are still trying to collect and they never had board approval to file any claim against us. We have to take back the HOA and have these thugs removed. The next annual meeting will be held on Monday, Sept. 28. I am urging each and every homeowner to vote for the following candidates, Mark Rutkowski and Amanda Graffious, in order to get rid of the corruption in the HOA. Campanella, Sahl, the current president, vice president and treasurer of the HOA are all in cahoots against the homeowners, and they will stop at nothing to make as much profit off the homeowners as they can. Sundance Residential Homeowners Association was set up by the law firm to make a profit for themselves, which makes the entire HOA a scam. If you have been sued by the HOA between January 2008 and November 2018, you may have a claim for fraud against the law firm, the management company and the HOA. They did not have board approval to file claims against the homeowners per their very own statement made in the Superior Court of Maricopa County. The HOA did not have a board of directors and therefore could not conduct any business. In November of 2018, Campanella and Sahl presented a document to the board of directors to allow the law firm to file lawsuits against whatever homeowner they
chose in an effort to mitigate the fact that they never had previous board approval to file claims against homeowners from 2008 to November 2018. I consider this as fraud. Furthermore, you may need to check with the county recorder’s office to make sure that you do not have any illegal liens on your lot that were initiated by AAM LLC without due process; you could be entitled to compensation for the removal of such liens, pursuant to ARS 33-420. I am not an attorney, and this editorial should in no way be considered legal advice. I recommend you seek the advice of a licensed attorney to pursue any action against these thugs. It’s going to be a virtual meeting; everyone who has a computer, tablet or a smartphone can attend. We don’t have the link yet, but homeowners can drop their votes off the day of the meeting at the HOA office: 1280 S. Watson Road, Suite 101, Buckeye, 85326. Joseph Jarvis Buckeye
Teach your children respect
Editor: Our officers are routinely met with aggressive armed subjects while responding
to domestic disturbances, traffic stops, gang activity and criminal behavior. Each encounter with the public is unique, and the courageous men and women of law enforcement must diagnose them independently with split-second decisive actions. They are unfortunately required to do so these days all too often, as rapidly escalating confrontations increase. The dissenting respect for law enforcement that protects and serves is appalling. Skewed statistics aside, so-called peaceful protests have sadly morphed into police assignations. Armed subjects who refuse to comply with simple law enforcement requests are the catalyst. The only way to keep our communities safe is to support our police officers, not to publicly condemn them. Parents and educators, teach your children well and not only save our country but many precious lives. George F. Massey Litchfield Park
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CORRECTION
An article in the Sept. 16 West Valley View should have said students at Littleton Elementary School District are still in remote learning.
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Trump’s comments believable Editor: Before I even read the Atlantic’s Sept. 3 article accusing Donald Trump of ridiculing fallen military members, it made me think back to Aug. 25, 2018. That is the day that our beloved Sen. John McCain passed away. Back in the 1960s, as most Arizonans know, the late senator was a naval pilot who flew bombing missions from aircraft carriers, including his 23rd bombing mission in October 1967. That is when his A-4E Skyhawk was shot down by a missile over Hanoi. Seriously injured while ejecting from the cockpit of his aircraft, McCain was captured by the North Vietnamese. McCain was a prisoner of war who experienced severe torture and other untold horrors until March 14, 1973. During those five and a half years, he never gave up, sustaining wounds that left the senator with lifelong disabilities.
McCain is the epitome of a true war hero. On July 18, 2015, then-candidate Trump made the following comment about McCain: “He’s not a hero. He was a hero because he was captured. I like people who weren’t captured.” The article in the Atlantic claims that Trump has continually made vulgar remarks about the intelligence of service members, including calling the 1,800 Marines who lost their lives at Belleau Wood, France, during World War I “suckers” for getting killed. Naturally, Trump says the article is false and not to be believed. His past comments about McCain make the article easy to believe. Arthur Richarelli Litchfield Park
The end is not near
Editor: We have all seen the little guy wearing a robe and carrying a sign that says, “THE END IS NEAR.” Well, this guy has been showing up since the beginning of time. However, the world has not ended yet, but many
have died for not listening to this guy. Granted, this guy is just an icon, but he is back with a vengeance. If you think COVID-19, flooding, earthquakes, ice caps melting, etc., are the end of catastrophes to come, we have a whole lot of catastrophes for 2021 coming. It is going to be very bad for the people of Earth, and the Earth itself. With increased global population and travel, the spread of diseases, like COVID-19, is inevitable. Just a quick note on viruses: There are about 1x10 to the 30th power (trillion, trillion, give or take few) viruses on this planet right now. They are part of our planet’s evolution. They are mutating all the time. Some are good and some are not (e.g., COVID-19 is bad). They are RNA, a single strand, vs. DNA, which is a double strand. The RNA is the selector and DNA is the library, so to speak. You can look this up, thanks to our wonderful internet technology. If you have any doubts, look it up before you dismiss it. RNA and DNA work to select what our offspring will look like. RNA viruses use our DNA to duplicate themselves and spread. They also affect every living
thing on our planet. Then, when I see what is happening between our presidential candidates, it really is sad. With Trump’s knowledge of global economics but lack of political knowledge and with Biden’s knowledge of politics, they would make a great “Team America.” But like so many, they just can’t put aside their differences. In summary, wait until you see what is next. You’re not going to believe it, even while it is happening. Dennis Wood Goodyear How to get a letter published 250 N. Litchfield Road, Ste. 130, Goodyear, AZ 85340 E-mail: editor@westvalleyview.com
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The 286-home Christopher Todd Communities at Estrella Commons is at 15385 W. Fillmore Street, Goodyear. For more information, visit ctcpriority.com. • Another big sale in Buckeye: On Sept. 11, Dwight Leister paid TGV Investments $4 million and change for 117 acres at Perryville and Lower Buckeye roads. It’s farmland now—but will it become more housing? Stay tuned.
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Maricopa County providing COVID-19 grants to businesses
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The Maricopa County Small Business Relief Program’s first phase closed July 31. But the $23 million program is not done and is entering a new phase that the county says will enable more local businesses and nonprofits to get reimbursed for financial losses incurred during the pandemic. “More than 300 businesses and nonprofits received grants during phase one of the program in July,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Clint Hickman, District 4. “Now we want to open up this financial assistance to more organizations that have suffered financial losses during the pandemic because the success of our small-business community is crucial to a full economic recovery.” The Board of Supervisors allocated $23 million in federal CARES Act funding for small-business assistance. Approximately $2.4 million has been dispersed to date through the Small Business Relief Program. Starting on Aug. 17, through Oct. 2, applications will be accepted for an ex-
Maricopa County is entering the second phase of its $23 million Small Business Relief Program. (Photo courtesy Maricopa County)
panded version of the program. Changes include: • Raising the maximum grant amount from $10,000 to $25,000. • Expanded time frame of eligible lost revenues. • Raising the ceiling on the maximum
number of employees and gross sales a qualifying business or nonprofit can have. • Removing certain pre-qualifications. Maricopa County is partnering with the Arizona Community Foundation to administer the program. Grants will be
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West Valley high schools get ready for football season BY ERIC NEWMAN
“This is critical for us to stay on the current track. It is equally West Valley high school football as critical that all involved underteams are tentatively ready to kick off stand the importance of adhering on Friday nights. to the guidance of athletic trainers After the COVID-19 pandemic halt- and medical personnel.” ed spring sports throughout Arizona in Decisions for each district’s March, numbers of positive tests have schools were left to individual declined to a level the Arizona Inter- leadership. Most West Valley area scholastic Association and its Sports districts opted to begin football, Medicine Advisory Committee found barring a dramatic increase in suitable to begin regular season varsity COVID-19 numbers, on Oct. 2. games on Oct. 2, with some scrimmagThe first day back at practice for es scheduled this week. many, after months of online meet- Left, Coach Derek Wahlstrom leads Estrella Foothills football practice. Right, Estrella Foothills senior linebacker Quinlan Popham stands ready at football practice (Photos by Eric Newman) “We have been given the opportunity ings and individual home workjust being names and emojis on the Tolleson Union High School District to compete in football. However, it will outs, was cause for elation. take all of us—coaches, players, parare still yet to take the practice field. “It’s so much the best part of my screen, it’s fantastic.” Even with games tentatively sched- Five of the district’s six high schools ents, fans and administrators—to im- day,” Estrella Foothills coach Derek plement all of the modifications,” AIA Wahlstrom said. “Being out here and uled to come back and practices in full tentatively begin their seasons on Oct. Executive Director David Hines said. actually seeing everyone, without them swing, some districts are not allowing 16 or 23 for shortened 5-6 game camall drills or game simulations by limit- paigns. Tolleson Union High will not ing contact. play the first of its mere four games Players for Verrado High School of until Oct. 30. Sierra Linda High had the Agua Fria Union High School Dis- just two games scheduled as of reporttrict, for example, were still unable to ing. The AIA had not yet released an hit and block in practice sessions. official stance on playoff qualifications Coach Shawn Copeland said he can- and seeding for teams playing shortnot fully grasp the talent and physical ened seasons. ability of his Verrado roster or solidify Member school Westview High was the playbook without being allowed one of the district teams that, after loslimited contact and more game-like ing out on months of training early in experiences on the practice field. Oth- the pandemic, held several practices er schools in the district are in the without a football in June before a secsame situation. ond shutdown. “We’re still not able to tackle each “They were anxious and wanted to other or make contact, so we can’t have start coming out to lift and get better the kids compete against each other,” right away. We did a lot of Zoom calls Copeland said. “So once the restric- and meetings with virtual spring foottions loosen up, the excitement will be ball. We just had to do what we could,” back up.” Westview coach Nick Gehrts said. Even so, Verrado senior linebacker As of the latest reporting, TUHSD 8847 W Glendale Ave Austin Bilski said he is happy just to schools are still not allowed to do team Glendale, AZ 85305 put pads and a helmet on with a sched- weight training or conditioning, much ule set for play. less formal practice, even with the first WestgateVillageAZ.com “It’s been great seeing everyone game of the season less than a month again. After like six months we just away for some. Westview will play a wanted to get out here,” he said. five-game season beginning on Oct. It’s all about the moments, While many surrounding schools 16. prepare for scrimmages and opening “You just try to control what you can and we make sure each one counts. days in early October, those in the control,” Gehrts said.
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White Tank Mountains Conservancy awarded $50,000 connectivity grant BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
The Buckeye-based White Tank Mountains Conservancy received a $50,000 grant from the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust. The grant will help the WTMC Connectivity Initiative promote sustainable housing development while also preserving hundreds of thousands of acres A grant will help efforts to conserve the natural habitat of the White Tank Mountains in the fast-growing West Valley. of undisturbed desert habitat. (Photo courtesy WTMC.) “For the past few years, the WTMC has worked to develop strong vation is still possible amid population partnerships and gather needed infor- growth.” mation to promote preservation,” said The $50,000 grant will kickstart Les Meyers, WTMC executive director. phase two of the Connectivity Initia“This grant from the Nina Mason Pulliam tive, which will focus on further eduCharitable Trust will give us additional re- cation and outreach, and working with sources to put that plan into action.” partners including the Arizona Game Buckeye, Goodyear and other cities and Fish Department, landowners/desurrounding White Tank Mountain Re- velopers, Maricopa County Flood Congional Park and Skyline Regional are trol District and the city of Buckeye to among the fastest growing in the country. develop “best practices” for developThe conservancy believes “preser- ment and benefits for landowners.
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Ignite Yoga Foundation offers free training for students BY JAIME LYN GONZALES Guest Writer
In this heightened period of stress and anxiety, Ignite Yoga Foundation has strengthened its commitment to free yoga training for children. Now in its third year of free mindfulness programs for elementary-aged students, Ignite Yoga Foundation has expanded beyond its pilot program with the “A”-rated Litchfield Elementary School District and is also offering free programming to students in Buckeye and Cartwright elementary school districts. Ignite Yoga Foundation helps students learn breathing techniques, strengthening yoga poses and valuable coping skills to yogis inspire muralist Ruben Hernandez at Ignite empower them to thrive in their Generous Yoga Foundation’s fundraiser to provide free mindfulness traindaily lives. Ignite Yoga own- ing to students. (Photo courtesy Ignite Yoga) er Eva Shaw said, “Students are under tremendous stress, especially in Corte Sierra Elementary School, an the face of COVID-19. Our Spark Ad- award-winning school within the Liventurers Afterschool Program helps tchfield Elementary School District, young people build resilience and con- began hosting Ignite Yoga Foundation’s fidence by learning to focus on positive pilot program in 2018. Principal Tanya things that they can control. The kids Rotteger said, “Ignite approached us really advance when they realize that with a generous offer that our students they are able to manage their emotions Ignite...continued on page 19 and perspectives.” Carpet • Tile • Grout • Upholstery • Air Duct Cleaning • Commercial & Residential Cleaning
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West Valley zoo launches next phase of reopening BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF
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One of the West Valley’s biggest attractions continues with a second phase of its reopening plan. Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park reopened Sept. 3, with the star attractions getting their first visitors in months. Then, with the second phase of a reopening plan, the Litchfield Park attraction reopened the Aquarium Gift Shop, Flying Scooter Ride, Exotic Animal After a successful first phase of reopening, Wildlife World Zoo, and Safari Park moved on to a second phase of reopenCarousel, Mining Experience Aquarium ing. (Photo courtesy Wildlife World Zoo) and Congo Cooker Café—and restarted Wildlife Encounter shows. obus monkeys, spider monkeys, olive “The feedback from the community baboon, baby zebra and baby goats. has been really positive,” said Kristy A USDA-licensed, private institution, Morcom, a zoo spokeswoman. “Every- accredited by the Zoological Association one is grateful that we are able to pro- of America and the Alliance of Marine vide a safe environment with plenty of Mammal Parks and Aquariums, Wildlife fresh air and space to social distance and World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park bring a little normalcy back to families does not receive taxpayer funding. that have been cooped up all summer.” Open every day, Wildlife World Zoo, Safety measures include required masks Aquarium and Safari Park is located off for staff and visitors, signs encouraging Loop 303 at 16501 W. Northern Avenue, safety/social distancing, social distance Litchfield Park. Zoo exhibits are open from ride seating and increased sanitation. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (last zoo admission is at Some of the park’s newest additions 4:30 p.m.) Aquarium exhibits are open from on display include a baby capybara, red 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Admission includes access river hog and African blue duikers inside to the zoo, aquarium and safari park. the Baby Animal Nursery, a young giFor more info, call 623-935-9453 or raffe, penguin chick, young lemur, col- visit wildlifeworld.com.
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immediately embraced. This quality program reinforces our district-wide commitment to social-emotional learning. We are grateful for the support, because schools cannot do it alone.” This school year includes an opportunity for 20 Corte Sierra Elementary School students to meet online with a certified yoga instructor. Organizers are hopeful that in-person yoga classes can resume at the Avondale school once students resume on-site learning. An Aug. 30 fundraiser for the Ignite Yoga Foundation melded art and movement. Muralist Ruben Hernandez created a trio of unique paintings to be raffled while certified yoga instructor
Suzanne Thompson simultaneously led a virtual Ashtanga yoga class. The raffle will be held on Oct. 1. The community is invited to support the Ignite Yoga Foundation by making charitable donations and purchasing raffle tickets for one of Hernandez’s paintings that pay homage to the Spark Adventurers Afterschool Program that grows children from sparks to fullblown inspiring flames. The website to support free mindfulness programs for students is igniteyogafoundation.com/events-1. Jaime Lyn Gonzales serves on the Ignite Yoga Foundation board of directors and chairs its Military and School Support Committee. Her oldest of two children is a student in the Litchfield Elementary School District.
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Peer-run Teen Lifeline answers calls of despair with attitude of care BY MOLLY BOHANNON Cronkite News
The small office building, nestled just off the road near a medical office and appliance store, looks more like a house where a quiet family might live. The only signs of activity are the cars in the small parking lot out front. Most passersby likely have no idea what goes on behind the dark purple door; an intercom doorbell ensures that only those who belong are allowed in. There are no signs outside, only inside, such as “You Matter” and “Happy Thoughts.” Bulletin boards are brightened by slips of neon-colored paper with phone numbers to Planned Parenthood and shelters for homeless youth. There are nearly 10 work spaces, each with a computer, a landline and a chair. On a Friday night early last spring, Madison Marks, 20, sits in one of the chairs waiting for the phone to ring. The part-time Starbucks barista, who’s dressed in black and rocks blonde streaks through her short brown hair, picks up when a 15-year-old calls to share the troubles that led her to seek help from a stranger. Marks stops her at one point and asks the requisite question: “On a scale of one to 10, one being you’re OK and 10 being you’d kill yourself right now, how are you feeling?” A 2018 study from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ranked suicide as the second-leading cause of death for teenagers nationwide. Experts and studies can’t point to one main reason for the high numbers, although many U.S. teenagers are feeling alone despite seeming more connected than ever, thanks to social media and the internet. Arizona has been hit particularly hard in recent years, with its teen suicide rate surpassing those in more than half the other states. A 2019 United Health Foundation report showed that from 2017 to 2019, the suicide rate for
ages 15 to 19 rose 17%—to 13 deaths per 100,000 teens from 11.1 deaths— well above the national rate of 10.5 deaths per 100,000. Kelli Donnley Williams, a suicide prevention specialist in Arizona, said the state’s increase in teen suicides mirrors national trends, especially in states west of Mississippi River, where “the thread that seems to weave through everyone’s suicide story is one of isolation and loneliness.” Marks, the barista, is part of a oneof-its-kind team working to reverse the trend. She is among about 100 volunteers for Teen Lifeline, a teen-run suicide prevention hotline that opened in 1986—the year after “Surviving,” a controversial Molly Ringwald film portraying teen suicide, aired on prime-time television. If the film opened the doors to public conversations about teen suicide, Teen Lifeline made teenagers part of the solution. In 2003, Teen Lifeline became the first teen-run hotline nationwide accredited by the nonprofit American Association of Suicidology. Teen Lifeline has been growing since then, helping other hotlines receive accreditation while expanding and improving its own services, including a text-based hotline launched in 2016. It remains Arizona’s only crisis hotline operated by teens. The trained volunteers work shifts from 3 to 9 p.m., answering calls and texts. Some come to the hotline in sweatpants, their smartphones loaded with Netflix, YouTube and other apps so they can watch movies between calls. Others are still dressed in school uniforms and use free moments to finish assignments in notebooks and on laptops. They work under the supervision of clinicians, who train volunteers and sit with them during calls, offering words of assurance and writing notes to help
the teen operator when needed. The teens aren’t there to give advice. They try to calm the callers and, mostly, just listen. Marks tries not to let her mind wander during calls. Occasionally, something a caller says reminds Marks of her own struggles and takes her back to her own dark times. These are the moments that remind her of how much having someone to talk to can improve a situation. “You can hear a difference in the caller’s voice, when they’re like, ‘Thank you, you helped me so much,’” Marks said. “And, really, all we did was listen when they felt like they had no hope at all.” It takes two months to two years to train a volunteer to work at Teen Life-
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Catholic Charities’ Westside Head Start Program is expanding into the Littleton Elementary School District. The program’s goal is “to assist parents in better fostering their children’s education and development and to enhance the potential for success and kindergarten readiness.” Classes are currently conducted virtually via Zoom on parents’ cellphones or computers. For those families without access to a computer to receive assignments and communication, the Westside Head Start education team will deliver packets and supplies to children and families so that every child has access to lessons. Program hours are 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for children 3 to 5 years old. The program capacity is 59 children. When permitted, students will attend the program in new, specially designed, age-appropriate classrooms at the elementary school.
Suicide...continued from page 21 line. The rigorous, three-phase training includes two weekend seminars, speakers from organizations the hotline refers callers to and thorough role-playing and practice calls. Although the process is lengthy, volunteers say every step is necessary for the job they’re preparing to do. “They don’t have to be counselors,”
To enroll, parents can go online to catholiccharitiesaz.org/ all-locations/youth-development to access the application portal in English and Spanish. Westside Head Start Area Manager Suzanne Boursaw said, “This site will provide a great partnership with Littleton Elementary while serving families in the Avondale community.” Catholic Charities Westside Head Start provides comprehensive early, continuous, year-round Avondale will be served as Catholic Charities Westside Head Start expands to the Littleton Elementary School District. childhood education through a (Photo courtesy Catholic Charities) holistic approach by working with the whole family. Programs em- rage, Glendale, Goodyear, Littleton, phasize pre-reading; language; math; Peoria and Tolleson. cognitive skills; and health, social and Students and families eligible to emotional competence to prepare dis- enroll in Westside Head Start include advantaged children for school and to expectant mothers, children ages 0-5, maximize their potential for a bright children with special needs, foster chilfuture. Westside Head Start offers dren and homeless children. For more classes in Avondale, Buckeye, El Mi- information, call 623-486-9868. said Nikki Kontz, clinical director of Teen Lifeline. “They just have to learn how to be themselves and use good communication skills.” Kontz said her group’s volunteers are taught skills that behavioral health experts typically learn in graduate school programs. They practice how to actively listen, solve problems, show empathy and build relationships with callers to guide the caller to what a good next
step would look like. Marks is a typical 20-year-old. She’s working toward a degree in psychology from Arizona State University, works part time at Starbucks and volunteers for Teen Lifeline. You can’t see her internal battles, and for a while, she tried hard to hide them. But then she realized that she could use her battles to help others. And when things began to get dark for her again in recent months, reviving the urge to cut herself—or worse—Marks had something she didn’t have before. “I knew that if I was going to start self-harming again, or if I was going to try to kill myself again, then I would just be such a hypocrite telling these people that they shouldn’t do that,” she said. “I feel like if it wasn’t for Teen Lifeline, that I may not be here today.” If you or someone you know is in need of help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text 741-741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor right away. Or, contact Teen Lifeline directly at 602-248-8336 (TEEN).
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Joshuah DiGuardi Joshuah DiGuardi son of Daren and Sherri DiGuardi, of Buckeye, a 2020 graduate of Odyssey High School, Graduated US Army Basic training on September 17,2020 from Fort Jackson, SC. Joshuah will continue training as an air traffic controller, at Fort Rucker, AL
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Olga Ramirez, age 68, of Litchfield Park, Arizona passed away on September 5, 2020 in Phoenix, Arizona. She was born on December 18, 1951 to Pedro Perez and Luisa Perez in Irapuato, Guanajato, Mexico. Services were held on September 18, 2020 at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goodyear, Arizona and on September 19, 2020 at Louis B. Hazelton Memorial Cemetery in Buckeye, Arizona. Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/olga-ramirez/
Robin Daneen Morreira Robin Daneen Morreira, age 65, of Goodyear, Arizona passed away on September 13, 2020 in Goodyear, Arizona. She was born on March 28, 1954 to Gerald Brown and Georgia Crawford in Moreno Valley, California. Services were held on September 22, at Thompson Funeral Chapel in Goo-
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Pauline Annis Hise age 90, of Surprise, Arizona passed away on September 16, 2020 in Surprise, Arizona. She was born on July 27, 1930 to Wallace C. Hill and Maggie E. Robinson in Pilot Point, Texas. Services are private at this time. Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/obituary/pauline-annis-hise/
Robert Dale McClanahan of Tolleson, Arizona passed away on September 8, 2020 in Goodyear, Arizona. He was born on April 2, 1935 to Phillip L. McClanahan and Mariam H. Weis in Salinas, Kansas. Services were held on September 18, 2020. Condolences for the family can be left at http://www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/robert-mcclanahan/
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Gloria A Quinonez Gloria A. Quinonez passed away September 6, 2020 in Goodyear AZ. She was born April 11th, 1950 in Phoenix, AZ. She was a life long AZ native, married the love of her life her life Henry, January 4th, 1969 and together they had three children. Gloria is preceded in death by her father Larry Valdez. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Henry, her three children Charlotte DelSol (Tony), Clarissa Candia (Orlando), and Steven Quinonez (Jessica). She is also survived by her mother,three siblings, her five grandchildren and six great- children to whom she loved dearly.
Noal Lloyd Hamilton, 79, passed away at home peacefully Sunday, September 13th, 2020. He was born April 6th, 1941 Buckeye to Lloyd and Irene Hamilton. He was a 1959 graduate of Buckeye Union High School Dist. After graduating from Arizona State University, he served the community at Liberty Elementary School District for 23 years as a teacher then as principal until his retirement. As a teacher his favorite subject was science. He continued to be a lifelong learner, taking college courses into his 70's. Even though, after retirement he earned his real estate license, he was still able to follow his passion for reading and research. Using this passion, he worked on his family ancestry compiling his research and completing family history. He was a lifelong member of the First Southern Baptist Church of Buckeye. He was known in the community as a brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by one brother Nolan Hamilton (Loretta), two sisters Jane Bangle and Patricia Simms (Howard) and 4 nephews and 6 nieces whom were all dear to him. Graveside Services will be held at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 at Louise B. Hazelton Memorial Cemetery. Flowers are to be sent to Ganley's Buckeye Funeral Home 104 E Baseline Road Buckeye, Arizona 85326.
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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: 16109 W. JEFFERSON ST., LLC II The address of the registered office is: 16109 W. Jefferson Street, GOODYEAR, AZ, 85338 The name of the Statutory Agent is: Dona M. Stone 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 Scott B. Stone / Dona M. Stone, both of PO Box 1272, OVERGAARD, AZ, 85933 Published West Valley View /Business, Sept 8, 16, 23, 2020 / 33038
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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CITY OF TOLLESON PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION CITY OF TOLLESON CITY COUNCIL CITY OF TOLLESON CITY COUNCILNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Tolleson Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2020 at 5:00 P.M. and that the City of Tolleson Mayor and Council will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING during a Regular City Council Meeting scheduled on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2020 at 6:00 P.M., both via Zoom Conference at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5439720804 or via telephone at 1253-215-8782 (Meeting ID: 543 972 0804), for the purpose of: Soliciting comments from interested parties in reference to amending City of Tolleson Zoning Code (Ordinance No. 592 N.S.): a. § 12-4-132(H)(3)(c) to revise the location requirements of digital billboards when on the same property and to read as follows: Digital billboards may not be located closer than 500 feet to any freeway monument sign UNLESS BOTH SIGNS ARE LOCATED ON THE SAME PROPERTY. b. § 124-132(H)(6) to add a fee adjustment to include single face digital billboards and to read as follows: If a use permit for digital billboard is approved, such approval is subject to a monthly "Off-Premise Sign Advertising Permit Fee" in the amount of $3,000 per month FOR A DOUBLE FACE DIGITAL BILLBOARD AND $1,500 PER MONTH FOR A SINGLE FACE DIGITAL BILLBOARD, payable to the City of Tolleson. Failure to pay the monthly fee shall be a violation of the zoning ordinance and the city may take action to revoke the use permit. c. § 12-4-132(H)(7) to increase the total number of digital billboards allowable within the City from three to four and to read as follows: Notwithstanding any other applicable requirement related to digital billboards, the maximum number of digital billboards that are allowed to be permitted in the City of Tolleson shall be FOUR; Please visit the City’s website at www.tolleson.az.gov/archive to view the agenda with detailed participation instructions. Published in the West Valley View and West Valley Business on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 / 33237
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
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15 Years in Business and Still A+
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•No Job Too Small • Free Estimates
Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166
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602.301.3429
Listed HOA/PORA
(Call/Text)
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Landscape Maintenance Services
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*Not A Licensed Contractor
Same Great Service! Pavers. Artificial Grass. Putting Greens
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LANDSCAPING Lawn Care
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DRAIN CLEANING with Plumbing Inspection
Senior & Military Discounts
For All Plumbing Repairs
• Tree Trimming
• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup
Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
623.535.VIEW WEST VALLEY BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY PAINTING
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Interior Exterior
Lic. • Bonded
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Water Heater Flush
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NO CONTRACTS • PAYMENT PLANS
ROOFING
TRIPLE “R”
Almeida Roofing Inc.
WE DO IT ALL! U.S.A.F. Retired. 25+ Yrs. Exp.
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Remodel All Repairs Cleaning SVC
Licensed Contractor ROC C-37-120135 • ROC C-05-159059
623-935-9221 Built Stronger to Last Longer
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ROOFING
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623-322-9100
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602-743-3175
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623-293-7095 623-293-7095 License #ROC209589
All Types of Roofing
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PLUMBING & DRAIN CLEANING
Serving Arizona Since 1976 • Locally Owned & Operated
800-284-2392 602-275-4888 www.biochemexterminating.com
For All Your Plumbing Needs
AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE
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602-622-2859 623-936-5775
Disinfectant, Sanitize, and Vircuide Available
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MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC
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872-3047
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Your West Valley Plumber
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Licensed Bonded Insured ROC 286561
PLUMBING
• Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks FREE Water Heater Flush
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30 Years Experience References Available
623-522-9322
Buckeye Plumbing
602-422-3648 602-422-3648
Jorge Ruiz • jorgeruizpaint@yahoo.com
SAME DAY SERVICE
Veteran Owned
Total Care Plumbing LLC Water Heaters from
585 Unclog Drains from $ 4400 $
includes labor
Remodels • Repairs Leaks • Toilets Water Softeners Gas • Sink/Faucets
Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair
623-385-9580 ROC 233444 Licensed • Bonded • Insured
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w/ EXCLUSIVE LIFETIME POWERTRAIN PROTECTION! 2015 KIA SOUL+
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$10,976
$11,989
$12,839
$13,448
$13,634
2019 HYUNDAI ACCENT SE
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2018 HYUNDAI ELANTRA SEL
2017 NISSAN JUKE
2019 NISSAN SENTRA SV
P9111 One Owner
P9142 One Owner
P9135 One Owner
P9133 One Owner
T9085 One Owner
$13,644
$13,796
$13,985
$14,788
$15,416
2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU
2017 NISSAN ROGUE SPORT SV
2019 TOYOTA COROLLA LE
2018 DODGE JOURNEY SE
2019 FORD ECOSPORT SE
P9054B One Owner
19180C One Owner
P9092 One Owner
20430B One Owner
T9078 One Owner
$15,795
$15,886
$15,974
$15,994
$16,345
2019 FORD ESCAPE S
2017 CHEVROLET BOLT EV LT
2018 HONDA FIT EX-L
2018 BUICK ENCORE PREFERRED
2019 KIA FORTE LXS
20432A One Owner
P9126 One Owner
20234A One Owner
P9139 One Owner
P9134 One Owner
$16,655
$16,837
$16,988
$17,394
$17,645
2019 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SE
2019 NISSAN ROGUE SPORT
2019 FORD TAURUS LIMITED
2019 KIA SORENTO LX
2020 KIA OPTIMA LX
P9102 One Owner
P9103 One Owner
T9068 One Owner
20437A One Owner
P9109 One Owner
$17,698
$17,988
$18,894
$19,727
$19,776
2019 FORD FUSION TITANIUM
2017 KIA SPORTAGE SX TURBO
2017 TOYOTA RAV4 LE
2017 LINCOLN MKC
2017 FORD EDGE SEL
X9101 One Owner
T9079 One Owner
20194A One Owner
P9136 One Owner
20490A One Owner
$19,989
$20,748
$20,974
$21,587
$21,849
2019 FORD FLEX SEL
2018 FORD EDGE SEL
2019 FORD ESCAPE TITANIUM
2019 FORD MUSTANG ECOBOOST
2019 NISSAN FRONTIER SV
P9131 One Owner
P9097 One Owner
T9100 One Owner
20397A One Owner
P9090 One Owner
$22,713
$22,989
$22,935
$25,917
$26,732
2016 FORD F-150
2017 FORD F-150XLT
2020 FORD ESCAPE TITANIUM
2019 FORD EXPLORER XLT
2019 FORD MUSTANG GT PREMIUM
20502A One Owner
P9120 One Owner
P9118 One Owner
P9108 One Owner
P9132 One Owner
$27,915
$28,474
$28,969
$29,447
$29,940
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