West Valley View - North Zone - 11.02.2022

Teravalis bringing 300K residents to Buckeye

BY JOE MCHUGH West Valley View Staff Writer

Howard Hughes Corp. broke ground on its new Buckeye project, Teravalis, Oct. 28 with partners

JDM Partners El Dorado Holdings and other stakeholders.

Teravalis is expected to bring about 100,000 homes and 300,000 residents in the next 50 years.

“It is not a short-term view that we are taking, but it is the long-term projects like this that are just special,” Buckeye Mayor Eric Orsborn said. “It is a massive responsibility, but it is so fun to work together with everybody for future generations.”

The event was held at the property, formerly known as Dorado Ranch. The lot was originally purchased in 2002 by JDM Partners, spearheaded by former Phoenix Suns and Mercury, Arizona Di-

amondbacks and Rattlers owner, Jerry Colangelo. In 2005, they partnered with El Dorado Holdings to help stimulate and grow upon the opportunity the land offered.

Subsequently, the group teamed with the

Howard Hughes Corp. to help bring the homes and real estate to create Teravalis.

“I spent a career in team building, and when you look at the players involved in

NASCAR keeps West Valley economy up to speed

BY JOE MCHUGH West Valley View Staff Writer

Built in 1964 and renovated in 2017, Phoenix Raceway has provided the West Valley with more than just a sporting spectacle.

The effects of the track’s events go far beyond crowning a winner, as the raceway has provided a stimulant to the economy that has been growing every year.

The NASCAR Cup Series Champion-

ship Race is set for 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6.

“Over 50% of our attendees are from outside the state of Arizona,” said Julie Giese, outgoing Phoenix Raceway track president.

“And, so, what that means is we have people who are traveling in. They’re using our airports. They are staying in our hotels, frequenting our restaurants, going to different stores, and putting money back into our local economy.”

Phoenix Raceway has long been supporting the West Valley economy, as it holds two Super Bowl-size events per year, in the Ruoff Mortgage Cup and the NASCAR Cup Series Championship. These events both bring upward of 40,000 NASCAR and racing fans to the West Valley, twice a year.

These massively popular weekends

Teravalis, the Howard Hughes Corporation’s newest project, breaks ground in Buckeye. The community will be finished in late 2024. (Howard Hughes Corporation/Submitted)

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The Howard Hughes Corp. has been instrumental in erecting communities, like Teravalis, all across the country. Many of their master-planned communities have won awards for their excellence. Locations include Texas, New York, Nevada (Summerlin), Hawaii and Maryland (Colombia).

“Teravalis will not only be the biggest, but likely the best,” Orsborn said.

Teravalis will be built on 37,000 acres of land just off of Sun Valley Parkway in North Buckeye, and is sandwiched in between Tartesso and Festival Ranch.

It is expected to have 55 million square feet of commercial real estate as well. To put it in perspective, that is the equivalent of 27 Scottsdale Fashion Square malls.

Buckeye is one of the fastest-growing communities in the nation, according to the National Census — and Buckeye is only 14% built out.

The renderings of the community show a vibrant, modern community that is also completely sustainable, as it will feature smart technology that will aid in the overall equitability of the community. The community will excel in water conservation and using renewable energy, as it will dedicate 25% of the community to open space.

“Think of the possibilities,” said Jay Cross, Howard Hughes president. “A fully renewable energy community. A new way of working, connecting and innovating for 300,000 residents. A new town center that will come together to forge a new, authentic community.”

Orsborn added, “I think the most important thing is to get to market fast. It is just that partnership of working together with them in the development, working together with them in the economic development and working together with them to get them assimilated with the rest of the community.”

Kiwanis Club, Vitalant host blood drive

BY KAILA MELLOS West Valley View Staff Writer

TheKiwanis Club will host a blood drive at Vitalant’s Bloodmobile in Jones Ford’s parking lot from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11.

Kiwanis Club President-elect Angelo Rossetti is excited about this upcoming event, as blood is needed before the holidays.

“All of the blood we collect that day goes into the blood bank and becomes available for use in hospitals, which is

incredibly in need right now heading into the holiday season,” Rossetti said. “We wanted to connect with Vitalant because they are already doing great work in the Valley, and now we will be doing a blood drive on Veterans Day to bring lots of blood into the system hopefully.”

Another member of the Kiwanis

Club, Tim Holloway, is noticing how much blood is needed right now.

“I’m a nurse, and I worked in West Valley at the hospital for over 12 years. There’s a huge demand for blood, and as we get closer into the holidays, the demand will only keep increasing an incredible amount, and so we’re just trying to help the issue,” Holloway said.

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have been instrumental in the growth of small businesses in the area. The raceway is sponsored by locally based companies that can market their product to tens of thousands of out-of-state fans. Two of the main sponsors are the Desert Diamond Casino West Valley and the Arizona Lottery.

“This is a market that knows how to do big events,” Giese said. “And they do it incredibly well. I think they’re really proud of how well they do them.”

But the raceway still hasn’t seen its full capacity. The staff started planning for the first championship weekend in March 2019, but the event, in 2020, was hampered by the pandemic’s effects.

Still holding the event at limited capacity, it was a sting to the possible market growth. When the 2021 edition rolled around, the raceway was still bogged down by preventative measures

Donors must make appointments at donors.vitalant.org using Blood Drive Code 10053377. All donors will receive a voucher for a free 24-ounce smoothie, compliments of Tropical Smoothie Café.

Kiwanis Club hopes to sponsor more blood drives in the coming months. It is already working on planning another event through multiple schools, including Buckeye Elementary School, and companies for employees and the public to participate in further.

and regulations to help public safety.

The 2022 edition will be without restrictions.

“This is our first year to really be able to do everything that we had planned and started planning back in 2019,” Giese said.

The NASCAR Cup Series Championship is the final leg of the season, as the final four drivers compete to see who will be crowned the winner. It would be common to hold the event in a bigger city, but the Phoenix Raceway belongs to Avondale and that comes with a sense of pride.

“The enthusiasm and excitement only continue to grow,” Giese said. “The support from all of the West Valley cities has not wavered. If anything, it just continues to grow. We’ve seen the benefit of that with NASCAR Championship weekend, which only leads to so many more opportunities in the years ahead, as many years as we can host championship and keep it here. The sky’s the limit, honestly.”

Phoenix Raceway track President Julie Giese said more than 50% of the race-day attendees are from outside of Arizona. (NASCAR/ Submitted)

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Mayor Pizzillo to flip coin at Millennium football game

BY SUMMER AGUIRRE West Valley View Staff Writer

Mayor Joe Pizzillo, along with Councilmember Wally Campbell, will flip the possession coin before Millennium High School’s football game on Friday, Nov. 4.

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As someone who enjoys football at the high school and college level, Piz zillo was excited for the opportunity when tapped to flip the coin for Millen nium’s matchup against Desert Edge High School.

“I’m looking forward to it,” he said. “I’ve never flipped the coin at a foot ball game before.

“I’ve had several meetings with Mark (Yslas). I think he’s doing a good job over there at the high school as the superintendent.”

Pizzillo’s appearance at this game, in particular, is special. His granddaughter attends Millennium and is a part of the choir that will perform that night.

“The student section out there, they really get into it,” he said. “It’s great to see school spirit, live and in person.”

Pizzillo makes a point out of getting out into the community and support ing its local schools, especially since he is also an adjunct financial ac counting professor at Grand Canyon University.

“I’m a firm believer that our kids are our future, and even at the college level as well,” he said. “So, I enjoy getting out and doing whatever I can to do my part to ensure that our kids are heading in the right direction.”

Pizzillo was appointed mayor upon the death of former mayor Georgia T. Lord in December 2021. He is cur rently serving the remainder of Lord’s term until Saturday, Dec. 31, and will begin his new term in January, as he won his first election as mayor this past August.

He looks forward to continuing his role into the new year, as Goodyear

is experiencing significant growth.

In early August, the city held a ribbon cutting for its Civic Square project, which included the Georgia T. Lord Library, city hall, office space and community park.

A long-anticipated down town area of the city, known as GSQ, is also in the planning phase. A mixed-use, walkable urban center will become the heart of the city, and feature a range of popular restaurants, entertainment, shopping and residential living so residents will not have to travel far for their needs.

“I’m really excited about see ing this growth and expansion outward in the next few years,” Pizzillo said. “We’re going to see some major changes out here in Goodyear.”

Joe Pizzillo was appointed mayor upon the death of former mayor Georgia T. Lord in December 2021. (City of Goodyear/Submitted)

fishing derby

BY CAMERON CHESTER West Valley View Staff Writer

is set to host a Fishing Derby on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to noon. Check-in for the event will begin at 8 a.m., and the derby will be held at the Commu nity Fishing Pond at Festival Fields Park, located at 101 E. Lower Buckeye Road, Avondale.

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Stephanie Chavez-Dirzo, the recre ation programmer of special interest classes, teen and youth programming, and community events for the city of Avondale, is excited to see the commu nity come out and participate.

“The city of Avondale Parks and Recreation Department decided to cre ate these events in order to invite our community to come out to fish and en joy the three beautiful ponds we have at our parks — Friendship, Alamar and Festival Fields,” she said. “We wanted to provide a convenient fishing oppor tunity for families in the West Valley, as well as an opportunity for first-time anglers to experience the sport. We also wanted to partner up with our lo cal fishing clubs (Reddy Guide Service and Bass Finger Fishing Club) to cre ate memorable experiences and unite the fishing community.”

Those interested are encouraged to attend the event with fishing gear

and chairs to compete in a variety of events, including, among others, the biggest, smallest, heaviest and most fish competitions. The winners of each competition will receive prizes.

“We will be having different compet ing categories during the fishing derby, and each category will have a chance to win a variety of trophies,” Chavez-Dirzo said. “Every child under 15 will re ceive a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes.”

Admission is free, but there are just a few spots still available. To reserve a good fishing position near the pond, interested participants can register at avondaleaz.gov/familyfishingderby.

For Chavez-Dirzo, the event is all-inclusive. Avondale partnered with the city of Goodyear to offer an inclu sive adaptive fishing derby.

“This portion of the event is de signed for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families who are invited to bring their fishing equipment and chairs to the event to compete in several competitions,” she said. “We are excited to welcome those all over the Valley to come out and fish with us.”

Each of the community parks require a fishing license for visitors over the age of 14. Visit azgfd.org/license to purchase a fishing license.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Council dropped the ball

Editor:

The city council really dropped the ball with the Camelback Road commer cial truck ban.

They posted for months how it was happening, and I even read it in the West Valley View and Facebook. Saw the signs posted up and down Camel back Road weeks before.

But a few days before it goes into effect, the mayor decides to delay it a whole year, since the trucker associa tion could simply overturn it. A whole year is a very long time, especially for those living close to Camelback Road.

Didn’t the city council know this be fore they told everyone or wasted tax payer money annexing part Camelback Road? The city council spent years working on this to simply delay it a whole year at the last minute.

Didn’t seem like they did their home work. Camelback Road has become a nightmare. When all the new warehous es open, it be insane with the amount of commercial trucks. The new I-17 West.

I support the city council and will continue, but the trucker association made the city council, and all those who believed in the city council, look pretty bad.

The city council was caught still play ing checkers when the trucker associa tion moved on to chess.

Jake Whelms Palm Valley North Litchfield Park

Keep up the good work Congress

Editor:

I am happy to see that our legisla tors in Washington are actually passing

legislation. Recently, they passed the Inflation Reduction Act as well as the CHIPS and Science Act. I am hopeful this trend will continue with the Open App Markets Act, which seeks to create a level playing field for our small and medium app developers.

Currently, the big tech platforms, namely Apple and Google, run their app stores almost like a monopoly. They charge app developers huge fees, up to 30%, for every in-app purchase — which they are required to use the tech giants’ system for all in app transac tions. The tech giants also make it hard for the app developers to communicate directly with their own customers and promote the tech giants’ own apps over those of the app developers.

The courts have tried to fix these is sues but have not had much success. Congress needs to act now to fix these problems to foster innovation and rein in costs that are passed on to us, the consumers.

Lane Thomas Avondale

Thank you, Sarival Animal Hospital

Editor:

On Oct. 18, my husband was driv ing home west on Van Buren. When stopped by a red light at Sarival Avenue, he saw a bony-thin cat slowly crossing the street. The light turned green, and he knew the cat would not make it without being hit. He jumped out and scooped it up. The cat did not have enough strength to put up much of a fight. Rich only got a couple of scratches.

He decided to take that tattered and emaciated cat to the vet because the poor thing was in such sad shape. We go to Sarival Animal Hospital on Yuma in Goodyear, so that’s where he rushed to. They did not disappoint.

When Rich told the staff at the desk the situation and that this poor cat may need to be humanely euthanized due to his horrible condition, they came right out to his truck with a blanket, gently wrapped him/her up in a blanket and took charge of the cat.

The main purpose in telling this story is to give recognition and say thanks so much to the staff at Sarival Animal Hos pital for not hesitating to help and do the right thing for a suffering creature. Our world is a better place because of you.

Susan Hewitt Goodyear

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So unnerving for voters having to see this on what seems like a daily basis, giving the voters whiplash.

I would have voted for former Pres ident Trump again except for the fact that I felt beaten down by his constant attacks on people.

Former President Trump blames ev eryone else for his failure to get re-elect ed. He lost the election to Biden all on his own.

Vickie Chelini Buckeye

Response to letter

Vote ‘yes’ on override

Editor:

Please vote “yes” on your school district’s override. Your schools are seeking these continuation measures because that’s what they have to do to provide our students with basic needs. Most have cut programs or increased fees to make up for the shortfall from past override failures. If they fail again, more cuts and eliminations will take place. The next round of cuts will in clude teachers, which means bigger class sizes. After school and intramural programs will go away, these programs make our kids the well-rounded adults that our society needs. We are growing fast; that means our schools are growing also and they need our help.

Deanna Kupcik

Editor:

I would like to respond to the letter by Sara Haggett of Buckeye in the Oct. 5 issue of the West Valley View. I receive update emails often from ADOT about the I-10 widening project in Buckeye between Verrado Way and SR85.

I contacted them via email about a month ago, and I asked who the “ge nius” is who put up all those cones that block the right lane from Jackrabbit to Verrado, creating a 5-mile nightmare for drivers with traffic backed up to the 303 most of the time. The lady respond ed quickly and told me she checked with the engineer, who told her that this mess is needed. I beg to differ. There is absolutely no need for it.

Would Trump have won?

Editor:

There is no doubt in my mind that for mer President Trump would be president today if it had not been for his own outof-left-field verbal attacks on people.

Traffic could flow just like it used to if they reopen the right lane. I suggest as many people as possible flood their mailbox with complaints. We have tol erated this daily traffic jam for a year, and we have another year to go before completion. It’s 10 times worse on hol iday weekends. You can use this email address, azdot.gov/contact and select projects. Some of the accidents that this hazard causes take over an hour to get home or to destinations and there are usually one or two weekly. Maybe if we flood their mailbox, somebody will get the message and reopen the right lane before Christmas.

James Logan Buckeye

Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Buckeye

Election Day could be with us for weeks

BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist

As the Nov. 8 general election draws near, you may want a prediction about the outcome. Here’s mine — and it’s a pretty safe bet.

In the major races drawing hundreds of millions of dollars and the nation al spotlight, we aren’t going to know anything definitive on the night of Nov. 8. And likely not for days or weeks af terward.

You’ll hear a lot of screaming that this wait is evidence there’s election rigging afoot — despite zero credible evidence of any cheating.

Ironically, much of the reason it will take days on end to tabulate our ballots traces back to the very same election deniers who bleat constantly about cheating. Let me explain.

It has become fashionable among the MAGA elite, including President Trump,

to tell their people — even those who receive an early ballot in the mail — to hold that ballot until Election Day, then turn it in. As Trump put it recently, “it’s much harder for them to cheat that way.”

State Sen. Wendy Rogers, R-Pluto, told One America News Network a few days ago, “We need to vote on the last day, the day of Election Day, so they don’t know how much to cheat by.”

There will likely be a few hundred thousand of these ballots statewide, known in the business as “late ear ly’s.” Per the law, each “late early” must have the signature verified by a human being before being counted.

That can’t start until after Election Night, leading to days of counting — and lots of screaming, especially if a Republican candidate is trailing and drawing nearer by the day.

Jen Marson, executive director of the Arizona Association of Counties, is one of the state’s foremost elections experts. A fierce independent and a cer tified elections officer, Marson works

with county election officials state wide. She, too, sees massive amounts of “late early’s” as a potential issue.

“The late early votes count just as much as any other vote and sometimes they turn the tide of what was reported on Election Day,” Marson says. “And that’s when people lose their minds.”

Marson warns some races will last into December if they’re close enough to trigger a recount — 1/2 of one per centage point between the top two can didates or between the yes and no sides on ballot measures. Such a recount can’t even begin until Dec. 5, Marson says.

“If the governor’s office has to be re counted, it’s going to be mid to late De cember before we know the results,” she explains.

Can you imagine? We already have candidates saying they won’t accept the results unless they win — thanks, Kari Lake — and armed morons in camo camped outside a ballot dropbox in Mesa.

Let the hard feelings simmer for a few weeks, and add in fantasies about ballot mules and rigged voting machines. An other prediction: Chances are slim we make it through this election without at least one weapon fired in anger.

All this over fantasies of cheating that have never, ever come true. Heck, half of you reading this column think I’m part of the cabal of cheaters trying to persuade you to allow yourself to be cheated.

Whatever happens in this election — and I don’t care who you vote for, though I do hope you vote — I agree with my friend Jen.

“There has never been any law en forcement investigation, “fraudit,” au dit, people looking (that has uncovered widespread cheating),” Marson says. “Whoever has come to look at whatev er machines in any county, they have found no evidence of widespread cheat ing or fraud or hacking. None of it.”

Settle in, friends, for a doozy of a wait. Unless I’m dead wrong — and I pray I am — Election 2022 will be with us for a while.

David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com

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‘Trick or treat’ not just a Halloween mantra now

BY J.D. HAYWORTH West Valley View Columnist

Voters can be forgiven their skepticism as Election Day approaches.

While eight days separate Halloween from the “first-Tuesday-following-the-

first-Monday in November,” there is little to differentiate campaign promises in television ads from the youthful cries of “Trick or Treat!” on the front porch.

One “age-appropriate” distinction becomes readily apparent.

For the “over-18 crowd,” the trickor-treat dynamic is superseded by two conflicting emotions: hope or fear.

Sadly, that latter feeling is spread-

ing… and with far more credibility than the false assertion that “This is a pandemic of the unvaccinated!”

It was bad enough when Joe Biden “played a doctor on TV” to utter that talking point. It was even worse when Anthony Fauci, a trained physician more comfortable with political science than medical science, echoed the same inane phrase.

And just as American tax dollars apparently flowed to communist Chinese research labs to help engineer a bioweapon, so too is federal largesse underwriting a contagion that could prove fatal to our Body Politic.

The shocking steps taken by the Biden administration to politicize the Justice Department and the FBI, augmented by the chief executive’s menacing remarks in Philadelphia Sept. 1, where he described his political opponents as extremists threatening the “very foundations of our Republic,” have poisoned our public discourse.

Call it the “Death of Civic Virtue.”

Our electoral system depends upon people of good will and strong character.

While they may eagerly embrace a political philosophy or partisan label, they must also recognize the rights of others to espouse opposing political viewpoints and different partisan passions.

Whatever disagreements that occur during the course of a campaign must ultimately yield to a uniform insistence that only legal votes be counted on Election Day — and that the tabulation take place in a way that insures both accuracy and transparency.

Unfortunately, events surrounding the 2020 election and its aftermath have featured little transparency, prompting serious questions about the accuracy of the outcome.

A recently released study of the 100 most populous counties in the 14 traditional swing states discovered that only two of those states and six of the counties retained the actual voter files from the general election of 2020.

The analysis, conducted by the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), found that 12 states and 96 counties are violating the Civil Rights Act of 1960, which mandates the retention of those

records.

Included in that AFPI count are six Arizona counties: Apache, Coconino, Maricopa, Pima, Pinal and Yavapai. Again, none of those counties appear to be in compliance with the aforementioned Civil Rights Act.

Whether this noncompliance arises from incompetence or ignorance, arrogance or even evil intent, it must end.

Such actions — or, more accurately, nonactions — prompt an obvious question.

What are you hiding?

Thankfully, two neighboring secretaries of state — Frank LaRose of Ohio and Mac Warner of West Virginia — have begun a national effort to ensure that their colleagues in the other 48 states will preserve election files going forward.

Of course, Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs is a little preoccupied right now, since she’s the Democratic nominee for governor.

Not only has she been criticized for her failure to debate GOP nominee Kari Lake, now-renewed scrutiny of her performance as secretary of state has attracted additional criticism.

During the six-month period from April 1 through Oct. 14, Katie only showed up to her official office for a total of 19 days.

No foolin’.

Press reports reveal that she was especially scarce during April and August, absent from her office for almost the entirety of those months.

Of course, Katie has ignored her opponent’s request that she step aside from any supervision of the midterms, given that her name is on the ballot.

That’s why there’s a real fear that Hobbs may spend much more time in her official office during the remaining days before the election.

Republicans hope Lake’s margin of votes is so great that it can withstand any “hands-on” efforts from the secretary of state.

J.D. Hayworth represented Arizona in the U.S. House from 1995-2007. He authored and sponsored the Enforcement First Act, legislation that would have mandated enforcement of Federal Immigration Law in the 109th Congress.

Setting the record straight about Littleton

BY KATHY REYES Littleton ESD Governing Board President

The students, families, staff, teachers, voters and taxpayers of the Littleton Elementary School District deserve to have the record set straight. On behalf of the dis trict, I would like to express our displeasure about the article that was published disparaging the governance and management of the district from the point of view of a high school student.

The piece written by Executive Ed itor Christina Fuoco-Karasinski and published on Oct. 19, just as mailin ballots were arriving in peoples’ homes, highlighted on the front page one of the candidates running for our school board. Although it is admirable that a high school student chooses to run for a public position, the content and platform on which he bases his ideas shows how uninformed he is, and the timing was unfair to the other can didates.

In his effort to advance his candidacy, he portrays the district in a disparaging light. Others have read the article and wonder if what he is saying is accurate. The district, as well as the other board members, were caught completely off guard by the publication. People de serve to know.

The West Valley View did not seek comment from anyone who might be better informed, as one might expect in a news article which resulted in the district and the governing board be ing misrepresented. It is our hope that

readers of the paper understand the differ ence between saying things to get elected and a news article that has been properly vet ted.

What follows are some examples of what actually happens in our district. First of all, while our governing board isn’t involved in the young senior’s high school community, our board members have been extraordinarily involved in the district community. All of our members are parents and some of us are grandparents, too — an important perspective to have for people setting policy.

Three have gone on to serve on the Avondale City Council. Two are schoolteachers themselves, and one has served as bishop of his church and continues to work with young adults. All of them volunteer in the commu nity, and it wouldn’t be at all unusual for one of them to show up at the home of a local family in need with a truck load of supplies and helping hands — because they saw a need, not because they were asked!

How do we operate? We have a number of committees and surveys in place that provide teachers and staff the ability to provide real-time input on a number of working conditions, and one committee dedicated to their benefits, salaries, other compensation, work calendars and a voice in any oth

er changes that could take place from year to year.

The Littleton Education Association teacher leadership did not advocate for more representation with the young candidate or with the board. For the entire time I have been on the board, their membership hasn’t represented the majority of teachers, yet they play a significant role on our committees and our superintendent meets monthly with their officers.

Our association leaders were also taken aback by reading the article. This uneducated view paints our district as a place that has not been supporting the needs of teachers when, in fact, the Littleton board has prioritized salaries and benefit increases going back over 10 years to the recession.

The young candidate’s views about needing the district to focus on energy savings and clean energy portrays the district as a place that is currently not considering such options. In fact, ev ery year decisions are made based on improving energy efficiency and the board has voted on several energy-sav ing contracts with different providers, improving efficiency and saving thou sands of dollars. In 2017 SRP recog nized Littleton ESD as an Energy Sav ing Champion.

Topics like solar panels and electric buses are also considered. The action or inaction on these topics isn’t based on whether or not this is important, but rather based on weighing the long-term cost impact relative to other expenses within the budgetary limits set for Ari

zona school districts.

Such innovations require supple mental grants or energy savings ad vantages. As a state-funded entity, it would be highly irresponsible to spend half a million dollars on one electric bus without supplemental funding and the development of a whole new infra structure. Not understanding that other programs for students would be cut just to pursue more clean energy is a seri ous shortcoming.

While campaign ads seem to be able to say whatever they want, true or false, the “news” should portray factual and verifiable information. Readers deserve to know. Certain ly, the novelty of a high school se nior running for the school board is unique and it would make for an in teresting human interest piece after the election. But an overzealous and uneducated campaign piece portray ing that is uninformed, is actually a disservice to readers.

Even his desire to plant a tree at the beginning of the year shows his lack of understanding about the requirements involved. It is our hope that your read ers appreciate the importance of setting the record straight and the potential impact that an irresponsible article like that may have on educating our chil dren in one of the most challenging times the nation’s history. Maintaining the goodwill and trust and of our com munity is essential to the success of our mission, and we — as well as all of the other districts in the West Valley — need everyone’s support.

Business Briefcase

BY KAILA MELLOS West Valley View Staff Writer

The West Valley is ever-expand ing as it continues to show that it is one of the fastest-growing areas in Arizona. In Goodyear, many businesses are bringing in their con cepts and expanding further to grow. From the fifth installment of a coffee company to another location for your exercise regimen, the business brief case will break it down.

Pure Barre

Location: 5560 W. Roosevelt Street, Unit B103, Goodyear

Pure Barre has recently opened up another studio in Goodyear, adding to

its eight other locations around Mar icopa County.

Pure Barre has more than 500 studios across the U.S., inspired by a combina tion of yoga, Pilates and ballet. Classes come in a range of offerings that tar get strength, cardio and flexibility for people of all levels, providing clients with self-focused time to transform the body and mind.

“The West Valley needed something like this,” said Gabriella Murdocca, owner of Pure Barre Goodyear. “I hear that like 20 times a day, and I always laugh and I say, ‘I’m so glad that I can be the one to bring it to you.’”

Pure Barre offers three different op tions of classes, the most popular be

ing the classic class. Pure Barre uses its techniques during this class to cre ate the customer’s fastest, most effective full-body workout. For 50 min utes, the customer will be guided through a se ries of low-impact, small movements designed to improve flexibility while strengthening and toning the entire body.

For more information, visit purebarre.com.

Acai Republic

Location: 13370 W. Van Buren Street, Suite 103, Goodyear

As the first one of its kind in Arizo na, Acai Republic started with a small store in Tustin, California. It has 13 other locations scattered around Cal ifornia, excluding this new Goodyear location. The franchise, run by a hus band-and-wife duo, aims to bring the taste of Brazil without leaving Amer ica through its multiple menu items, including smoothies, freshly squeezed juices and “salgados” (Brazilian pas tries).

The new Goodyear location opened on Sept. 12.

For more information, visit acairepublic.com

Bikini Beans Coffee

Location: 1690 N. PebbleCreek Parkway, Goodyear

A new Bikini Beans Coffee is set to open in Goodyear within the next cou ple of months, making it the fifth Ari zona location for the franchise.

Regina and Benjamin Lyles founded Bikini Beans Coffee with its first store in Phoenix in 2014. Their motto is to up lift coffee enthusiasts, tea drinkers and protein shake lovers through a unique

business model. The business’s goal is to empower individuals to demonstrate self-confidence in the work dress code, especially its employees.

The Bikini Beans brand is founded upon exceptional customer service by creating a personal experience on ev ery visit, including being asked to try your drink before leaving.

Bikini Beans coffee beans are roast ed in the Valley, bringing an all-famil iar taste to the Arizona locals and ev eryone who visits.

For more information, visit bikinibeanscoffee.com.

Salad and Go

Location: Multiple

Salad and Go, founded in 2013 in Gilbert, has just added three new fall menu items for customers to try for a limited time.

The new menu items will feature a roasted autumn salad, citrusy pink lemonade and chicken pot pie soup at all stores beginning Thursday, Nov. 2. Steak will also be an available op tion for order at all Salad and Go lo

Salad and Go, founded in 2013 in Gilbert, has just added three new fall menu items for customers to try for a limit ed time. (West Valley View file photo)

Proud to be in the Honorary Commanders Program

BY JEFFREY CAMPOS Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce President & CEO

Areacommunity leaders were in ducted into the Honorary Com manders Program in a ceremo ny on Oct. 14 at Luke Air Force Base.

The Honorary Commanders Pro gram is designed to educate commu nity leaders about the unit’s mission, foster a supportive relationship with the community, increase military in volvement in civic endeavors and or ganizations, and make members of the local community feel part of the unit at Luke Air Force Base.

It was an honor to be selected as one of the honorary commanders. I am ex cited to begin my journey in the pro gram and to be given the opportunity to learn more about the mission of Luke Air Force Base by participating in various events in the upcoming years.

I will also have the chance to get to know the amazing airmen assigned to Luke. I know it will be an experience I will never forget and the relationships I will establish with all the commanders. The honorary commanders are se lected on two criteria: They must play an active role in their community and demonstrate a drive to share their Air Force experiences with those in their sphere of influence. Each civic or busi ness leader selected for the program is paired with a Luke Air Force Base

commander for a two-year term. During that time, participants of the program will participate in various base and unit events. All events and interactions be tween commanders and honorary com manders are designed to provide a better understanding of Air Force personnel, programs and operations.

The Air Force has a responsibility to establish and maintain personal contact with local civic leaders to increase pub lic awareness of the missions, policies and programs of the U.S. Air Force and an understanding of the Department of Defense. The Honorary Commanders Program is an Air Force program that can be used to meet this objective and the intent is to create one-on-one op portunities to inform and educate local community leaders about the missions of the U.S. Air Force and your Air Force base.

I am excited to be part of the pro gram along board members from the Southwest Valley Chamber of Com merce. They are Emilio Gaynor of Chi canos Por La Causa, Jenni Thomas of Arizona State University, and Jessica Perry from , all of whom enjoyed the induction ceremony with me. The oth er honorary commanders include some amazing leaders from the West Val ley. Together we will all look forward to learning, experiencing and seeing what’s behind the scenes at Luke Air Force Base.

Who will stand up to Big Labor?

Every day, hundreds of thousands of working Americans are forced to pay tribute to a union boss just to earn a living and feed their families. Union chieftains funnel this hard-earned money into the campaigns of Tax-and-Spend politicians who protect and expand Big Labor’s compulsory unionism power and the BILLIONS in forced–dues dollars it generates.

Nearly 80% of Arizonans think that’s just plain wrong.

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Pledged to cosponsor the National Right to Work Act, which would remove from federal labor law the authorization for forced union dues.

Opposes monopoly union bargaining in the public sector.

Supports the Freedom from Union Violence Act.

Right now is when politicians pay the most attention to the folks back home!

Contact Mark Kelly today. Demand he apologize for his past support of forced unionism and that he publicly pledge to support Right to Work.

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cations for guests to enjoy, with the return of the protein option to Arizona markets during the week of Nov. 7. “Salad and Go is dedicated to its mis sion of providing fresh, affordable and convenient food for all, and the new fall menu launch is an opportunity for us to not only provide nutritious and af fordable food but to show the diversity of fast food through healthy, craveable and delicious options,” said Charlie Morrison, CEO of Salad and Go.

“As we continue to expand across Arizo na and Texas and into Oklahoma, we will en

sure every guest receives a high-quality meal with an unmatched service experience.”

The company currently operates over 50 locations across Arizona and Texas.

The company is committed to providing fresh, quality meals by sourcing ingredi ents directly from high-quality local farm ers to keep costs low for the guest. Salad and Go’s mission drives the company to give back to the community through volunteerism and philanthropy with its weekly donation of 4,000 meals to those in need and partnerships with nonprofits to fundraise and support various causes. For more information, visit saladandgo. com.

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TOPAZ Water Polo Club expanding to Goodyear

BY JOE MCHUGH West Valley View Staff Writer

Waterpolo in the Valley is few and far between, as most of the sport’s popularity lies on the West Coast in California and Washington. That isn’t stopping TOPAZ Water Polo from opening its second program location at the Goodyear YMCA, as it aims to expand the sport in Arizona.

“Water polo is not popular in Arizona. It’s not a huge sport,” said Mariah Hagemann, admin and assistant coach. “There are only a total of three youth programs in Arizona right now, so we are just trying to expand it and make water polo more well known.”

The Team of Phoenix Arizona (TOPAZ) is a water polo club that was founded in 2020 by John Cogliandro. Cogliandro serves as the head coach of TOPAZ and also is the assistant head coach at Ottawa University.

They started the group in Chandler. Since then, they have established a large community of youth water polo players, and coming in January, Goodyear was open.

“We get a lot of inquiries about (youth water polo) on the west side,” Hagemann said. “It is really just the right timing. There is a lot of interest in it, a surprising amount of interest in it.”

The club has been taking in plenty of young athletes, and with the high demand in the West Valley, the right choice was to start another location.

TOPAZ moving into Goodyear creates a positive outlook for the growth of water polo in Arizona. The club can

now hold in-house tournaments, meaning the Chandler location will have the opportunity to play against the Goodyear location, offering more experience, practice and growth of these young athletes.

The group offers programs for 12U through high school, and athletes have gone on to the next level of play. Last year, TOPAZ sent six seniors to play in college on a scholarship, including some NCAA Division I schools, like Iona University, and even overseas at University of St. Andrew’s.

“We love to brag about that,” Hagemann said.

Tournament scheduling for water polo in Arizona isn’t the easiest of tasks to handle either, as TOPAZ is one of only three youth clubs in Arizona. Finding talent in the state hasn’t been easy, but TOPAZ shares a dream where it is quite the opposite. With multiple locations on the horizon, the TOPAZ community will be a driving factor in how the water polo community continues to grow, allowing every Arizona kid to have the opportunity to play, learn and love the sport of water polo like Cogliandro and Hagemann.

“That’s what this has all been about is making the sport grow,” Hagemann said. “When John founded the club in 2020, we had big hopes. We want to have multiple teams all over Arizona, in different areas, so we can introduce water polo to the community.

“From the beginning it has always been about growing the sport of water polo.”

TOPAZ Water Polo group’s 18U athletes after competing in the SkipShot Showcase Tournament in Las Vegas. (Mariah Hagemann/Submitted)

Litchfield Park Juniors Club setting up for 20th season

BY NIKASH NATH West Valley View Staff Writer

The Litchfield Park Juniors Vol leyball Club is back for its 20th season under club director Rosa rio Lopez.

The organization will host tryouts from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Rancho Santa Fe Elementa ry School, 2150 N. Rancho Santa Fe Boulevard, Avondale, for the 11-14 age group with makeup tryouts on Nov. 12. The cost is $10 at the door or online.

Club tryouts for those ages 15 to 18 are 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School. The cost is $10 at the door or online.

For information about tryouts, vis it litchfieldparkjuniors.org, email litchfieldparkjuniorsvc@gmail.com. Those who can’t make it can call 623341-4583 or 623-341-7399.

Before becoming club director, Lo pez led a completely different lifestyle. “I played in the USISL (United States

Interregional Soccer League) back in the ’80s. I played until I was 26 years old,” Lopez said.

“Before then, I played in clubs and different state programs and really had good coaching, really learned what the value of coaching was all about.”

Despite playing professional soccer, Lopez’s daughters found a new sport for the family to pursue.

“Then I had two daughters, and they wanted no part in soccer and I under stood that,” he said.

“I thought, well, I’m going to learn about this volleyball thing and put them in the best volleyball I can. So I just started going to coaching seminars and training with college coaches and top-level club coaches from around the country and learned the game from the inside out.”

Lopez found a new passion for vol leyball. His daughters received support from college coaches while they were growing up.

“I really enjoyed it, and my daugh

ters at the time were around 10 and 8 years old,” he said. “I know I could do this. I know a lot about coaching. I know a lot about athletics. I played at the top level. I can do this, and then I launched the Litchfield Park Juniors in 2002 and we just never stopped year after year.”

Since 2002, the program has grown providing extensive opportunities for its athletes, including playing in high-level tournaments and teams.

“We play in the Junior Olympic volleyball circuit, which is through USA volleyball and AAU volleyball and is for all kids at all levels,” Lo pez said.

Many kids in the program do not have to have any prior volleyball expe rience, according to Lopez.

“You do not have to be proficient in volleyball to join our club. We do cater to every skill level and every age group up to 18 years old,” Lopez said.

The Litchfield Park Juniors Volley ball Club preps its players for the next

level of volleyball, no matter what route they take.

“We concentrate on preparation, making sure girls learn the funda mentals so that they can make their school teams or even play in col lege if they choose to do so,” Lopez said. “We have a methodology that is based on working hard, commitment and sacrifice.

“We’ve had over 65 girls out of our program receive college scholar ships to play volleyball in college at all levels from Division 1 to junior colleges.”

The Litchfield Park Juniors Volley ball Club is different than other clubs in the Valley, Lopez said.

“We believe our concept is very pure and player-centric,” he said.

“It’s all about developing the child’s well-being. We think we are going to bring a new thing to the West Valley. We think families and the players are going to get a lot out of what we do.”

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Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street, Tolleson, 4 to 4:45 p.m., free, 623-936-2746, tollesonaz.gov

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e West Valley View publishes on Wednesday. e weekly 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.

Weekly calendar items print on a space-available basis. e 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 Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, christina@TimesLocalMedia.com

Eon Monday Night Meetup MONDAYS

No matter what stage someone is at in their life, there’s always more to learn in business. Each Monday night, share ideas, discuss business experiences, and look at trends with other like-minded individuals.

Coyote Branch Library, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Buckeye, 6 to 7 p.m., free, buckeyeaz.gov

Buckeye Valley Museum Open WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS

After its recent grand reopening on Sept. 8, the Buckeye Museum has once again begun to bring the past to locals. The museum o ers historical exhibits, programs and school tours. Join the open and take a look inside to explore the past.

Buckeye Valley Museum, 116 E. MC 85, Buckeye, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 623-349-6315, buckeyeaz.gov/residents/buckeyevalley-museum

Teen Volunteer Wednesdays WEDNESDAYS

On the road to college and careers, it’s incredibly valuable to have volunteer hours racked up for the resume. Teenagers are encouraged to come by and learn valuable work skills, as well as get some volunteer hours in for school.

Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, 3 to 5 p.m., free, 623-333-2602, avondalelibrary.org

Ecstatic Dance SUNDAYS

Dance like nobody’s watching with an uninstructed freestyle dance session. There are no steps to follow and no guidebooks to use. People of all age groups and skill levels are encouraged to simply do what they feel and enjoy a judgment-free environment of love and inclusivity.

Turtle Park, 675 N. Villa Nueva Drive, Litchfield Park, 2 p.m., $20, soulshealinghumanity.com/events

Code Club

NOV. 3

Adults with disabilities and their caretakers are encouraged to come to the Civic Center Library and experience the many opportunities available to them. Learn about opportunities to craft, create and explore together at the library in a low stress environment.

Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, 1 to 2 p.m., free, avondalelibrary.org

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Volleyball Club Tryouts

NOV. 5

Kids aged 11 through 14 are encouraged to show o what they can do on the court and try out to be part of a team. Participants with promise are able to join in and gain fitness, prestige and childhood memories they’re set to keep for many years to come.

Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School, 2150 N. Rancho Santa Fe Boulevard, Avondale, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., free, litchfieldparkjuniors.org

Holiday Festival

NOV. 9

Needle & Thread

Work on something crafty and spend time with fellow crafters at the library. Bring your own materials and co ee mug. Instruction books are provided for those without something specific already in mind. There’s no registration, so join in on the fun whenever you like.

Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., free, 623-333-2602, avondalelibrary.org

Genealogy Workshop

NOV. 12

Dive into the study of family trees and ancestry and figure out details about the past. Get an overview on what tools are needed to study genealogy, as well as what techniques are used to figure out family trees. Share tips and experiences with other people interested in family history, and figure out how to use Ancestry Library Edition.

Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, 2 to 3 p.m., free, 623-333-BOOK, avondalelibrary.org

White Tanks Rotary Club of Verrado Shredathon

FRIDAYS

Teach kids 8 and older the basics of computer science and learn an increasingly relevant skill in the modern world of technology. Activities are hands-on and interactive, and will allow kids to get experience programming robots, making games,

NOV. 6

Enjoy a merry holiday festival with food, friends, and fun. The event boasts a wide variety of food vendors, craft vendors, the “cakewalk” and the Half Side of Beef and Whole Pig Ra e. All proceeds to the Saint Henry Church Building Fund.

Saint Henry Catholic Church, 24750 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., free, sthenrybuckeye.com

Free Document Shred Event

NOV. 10

Protect your identity by shredding unwanted documents. Destroy old bank records, bills, medical paperwork, tax records, and other dangerous papers containing personal information to keep yourself safe.

Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, 9 to 11 a.m., free, avondaleaz.gov

NOV. 12

The White Tanks Rotary Club of Verrado is hosting its shred-a-thon to raise funds for nonprofits. Only paper is permitted. No batteries, hard drives, metal or trash.

Summit Community Church, 20555 W. Roosevelt Street, Buckeye, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., $5 suggested donation per box of paper, facebook.com/ whitetanksrotaryofverrado

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Volunteers honoring veterans this December

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI West Valley View Executive Editor

Paradise Valley Daughters of the American Revolution members Kitty Woodward and veteran Janis Remy are avid supporters of the military.

This fall and winter, the two are honoring veterans by placing wreaths of remembrance on graves at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona as part of Wreaths Across America on Saturday, Dec. 17

At the North Phoenix cemetery, at 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, volunteers like Woodward and Remy will transform the colors of the desert to those of green and red.

The public ceremonies around the

world are held at noon Eastern Time in Arlington, Virginia, or 10 a.m. in Phoenix.

Wreaths are $15, and if they’re purchased through the Paradise Valley DAR, $5 is returned to the chapter. They use those funds purchase additional wreaths and for other veterans projects. Wreaths must be ordered by Monday, Nov. 21, via wreathsacrossamerica.org/AZ0025P (location ID #AZNMCP). Order forms can be requested through waa@ paradisevalleydar.com. The DAR’s goal is 500. The women are attempting to set up tables in area stores to boost sales. They are confirmed to have one at the National Memorial Cemetery on Veterans Day.

Locally, more than 14,000 wreaths have been placed at the National Cemetery.

“But there are more than 70,000 graves, so we would love to see more graves receive a wreath,” said Woodward, co-chair of the Paradise Valley DAR chapter’s Wreaths Across America committee.

When the public purchases wreaths, they can request them to be placed on a specific grave.

“This year, we have some special, grave-specific nametags that we’re going to put on the wreaths,” she said.

Remy added, “It has their name and who sponsored the wreath.

“We had such great feedback last year from that that we had to continue.

I’m a veteran myself. I just have it in my heart for these veterans. This is just such a wonderful thing for me to be involved in. My father was a veteran. He served in the Canadian Air Force as a pilot trainer. I always knew I wanted to do something for my country, but I was able to serve. I was in the Army Reserves as a first lieutenant, went through officer candidate school. I had a blast.”

Woodward raised her children when she was younger but serves her country this way.

“It’s my way of serving the country and honoring the veterans who served and gave up their lives,” she added. “It

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makes me feel like I’m part of the Unit ed States.”

Wreaths Across America started as a simple gesture of thanks, which grew into a national movement of dedicat ed volunteers and communities. More than 2.4 million veterans’ wreaths were placed nationwide in 2021. This year, there will be more than 3,100 participat ing locations placing veterans’ wreaths by more than 2 million volunteers.

The DAR is an organization devot ed to preserving American history and offers programs to promote patriotism and completes community service projects. DAR members can trace their lineage to ancestors who served in the

American Revolution.

National Memorial Cemetery of Ar izona in North Phoenix is one of three in Arizona, with the others in Prescott and Tucson.

“It’s important to note that we’re not decorating the graves,” Woodward said. “We are here to remember not their deaths, but their lives.”

If You Go...

WHAT: Wreaths Across America

WHEN: 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17

WHERE: National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road COST: $15 for a wreath

INFO: wreathsacrossamerica.org/ AZ0025P or waa@paradisevalleydar.com

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Kitty Woodward, left, and Janis Remy will place wreaths of remembrance on graves at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. (Dennis Murphy/Contributor)

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Esperanza Gamez

Esperanza Gamez, 70 of Phoenix, Arizona died October 12, 2022. She was born March 1, 1952 in El Paso, Texas to Jose Soltero and Aurora Naranjo.

A mass will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church at 10:30am on Tuesday, November 22, 2022. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.

Abel Olivarez

Abel Olivarez of Goodyear, Arizona died October 23, 2022. He was born November 7, 1985 in Phoenix, Arizona to Abel Ortiz and Rebecca Olivarez.

A visitation will be held at 6pm on November 3, 2022 at Thompson Funeral Chapel.

To read the full obituary, please visit www.thompsonfunera lchapel.com/obituary/abelolivarez

Trina Graziani

Trinna Graziani, 79, of Avondale, Arizona died October 20, 2022 in Peoria, Arizona. She was born December 22, 1942 in Cold Spring, Kentucky to John W. and Lesta Graziani.

A visitation was held October 28 at Thompson Funeral Chapel.

To read the full obituary and leave the family condolences, please visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel. com/obituary/trinna-graziani

Galen And Jane Irby

Born in Cooper, Texas, on September 18, 1928, Galen F. Irby was the sixth of nine chil dren. Born two years later on August 12, 1930, near Buena Vis ta, Colorado, Georgia Jane (White) Irby was third of four. Both part of tight-knit families growing up during the Great De pression, they had in common a deep and abiding faith. As teenagers, both Jane and Galen – in separate summer experiences at Ridgecrest Baptist Conference Center –dedicated their lives to the Lord's service. In the fall of 1950, they met on the campus of Oklahoma Baptist University, brought together by her sister and his housemate. A mere four months later they were married alongside this match-making couple in a double wedding ceremony. Over the years, work with small but growing churches in Oklahoma, Texas, and Mississippi led to "home missions" work in Indiana, Kansas/ Nebraska, and Washington/Oregon, where Galen served as Director of Missions for the Columbia Basin Baptist Association for 25 years. For Galen and Jane, ministry was not just about church on Sundays. It was starting scores of new congregations, con structing over a dozen church buildings, and building out Camp Touchet in south east Washington State. An award-winning artist and educator, Jane's ministry also in

cluded teaching – achieving her Master of Education later in her career while teach ing at McLoughlin Junior High in Pasco, WA. They shared a love of music, fellow ship, and travel. Always on the move, Ga len and Jane crisscrossed the Western U.S. with their six children packed into a sta tion wagon, and later motorcycled through Europe and took motor home trips as far afield as Alaska and Quebec.

On Galen's 94th birthday – September 18, 2022 – he suffered a major heart attack. On September 20th, he left for his heaven ly home. Two weeks later, on October 5, 2022, Jane joined him after fading quickly from "broken heart syndrome." Galen and Jane are sorely missed by their children (and their spouses) – Carolyn Irby, Sheria Orvis (and Bob), Galen Irby (and Cynthia), Gary Irby (and Joyce), Denny Irby (and Pam), and Merita Irby; grandchildren: Erin, Candice, Titus, Collin (Jennie), Randi, Na than (Joanna), Austin, Kendall, Jonathan, and Justin; and great grandchildren: Mari, Della, James, Zane, Willim, Charles, Lily, Tristan, and Wyatt. Beloved survivors also include Galen's brother Weldon Irby (and wife Jamie), numerous relatives across four generations, and countless friends in churches and communities over the years, especially in the Pacific Northwest and at Avondale Baptist Church (Arizona).

Celebrations of life for Galen and Jane were held in Avondale, Arizona, on Sep tember 23, 2022, and October 12, 2022, respectively. Together, Jane and Galen are being laid to rest at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Buena Vista, Colorado, on October 22, 2022. A memorial gathering for Galen and Jane is also being held on Monday, Octo ber 24, 2022, in Kennewick, Washington.

Maria Anglin

Maria Luisa Anglin, 87 of Goodyear, Arizona died October 21, 2022. She was born June 24, 1935 in Guatemala, C.A. to Guillermino Figueroa Corleto and Luz Rivas Paredes.

A visitation will be held at 6PM on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at Thompson Funeral Chapel.

To read the full obituary, please visit thompsonfuneralchapel. com/obituary/maria-anglin

Lance Michael Knight

Lance Michael Knight, age 70, of Buckeye, AZ passed away peacefully on October 9, 2022.

Lance was born on January 12, 1952 in Phoenix, AZ to Frank and Thelma Knight. He had two older brothers, Frank and Garry. Lance attended Liberty Elementary and graduated from Buckeye Union High School in 1970. He was a certified welder and worked in maintenance and repair for many years at Buckeye Elementary School. Eventually, he took a position at the Arizona State Prison Lewis Complex where retired as a supervisor in 2014. Lance also served as a volunteer firefighter for the Buckeye Valley Fire Department for many years.

Lance married Terri Hahn of Buckeye in 1996. She preceded him in death in December 2021. Lance is survived by his brother Frank, two daughters, three stepchildren, ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

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Maintaining educational excellence is a group effort

BY JODI GUNNING Litchfield Elementary School District Superintendent

TheNovember elections are just around the corner, and there are some very important measures on the ballot.

Foremost is the Litchfield Elementary School District maintenance and operations override continuation. Now, I know there might be some who wonder why school districts can’t operate within the budgets that are provided to them by the state. The answer is quite simple. Arizona lawmakers do not fund school districts to a level that promotes program and teacher success. Teachers are the engine that powers our districts and student success. To keep this ve-

hicle continually moving, we must attract and retain the best teachers we can with competitive pay.

A national teacher shortage has touched every district across our nation. Arizona has perpetually been known for having some of the lowest teacher pay in the country. According to a 2021 report from the National Education Association, Arizona is ranked at 44th for teacher pay.

A portion of the M&O override supplements teacher pay and, combined with the positive and supportive culture at LESD, resulted in a 92% teacher retention rate.

However, supplementing teacher pay is not the only thing the M&O override funds. It helps keep a certified nurse

at each of our 15 campuses. This is important because they manage our vulnerable student populations with chronic conditions. Without them, the responsibility would shift to our teachers, which could contribute to teacher burnout and adversely affect teacher retention and student learning.

The M&O override continuation also keeps our special area programs funded, such as art, music and physical education. Data supports that these programs and classes contribute to the overall wellness of the whole student.

I think the biggest question people have is how this will impact their taxes. The most important fact is that this is not a new or additional tax. This is just a continuation of your existing tax that is currently implemented. That is why it is referred to as the override continuation.

The fact of the matter is that strong schools create and maintain strong communities. Crime rates remain low as home values increase. Taxpayers

have always played an integral part in developing the leaders of tomorrow through funding and supplementing public education. This has been a generational process of success, a path to educational excellence that takes a group effort.

The fact of the matter is that strong schools create and maintain strong communities. (LESD/Submitted)

ALASKAN CRUISE

Kids eat free at these WV restaurants

BY CHRISTIAN COPUS-SALLAS AND KAILYNN QUENGA West Valley View Staff Writers

Litchfield

Denny’s 4865 N. Dysart Road, Litchfield 602-830-8505, dennys.com

Offered Tuesday through Thursday, from 4 to 10 p.m. Two free kids meals are provided per adult meal.

Buckeye

Café Rio Mexican Grill 1177 S. Watson Road, Buckeye 623-259 4259, caferio.com

Free quesadillas are served for kids 10 and under with the purchase of one adult meal throughout the week.

Denny’s 9960 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye 623-440-6235, dennys.com

Offered Tuesday through Thursday, from 4 to 10 p.m. Two free kids meals are provided per adult meal.

Avondale

Café Rio Mexican Grill 10120 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-748-2100, caferio.com

Free quesadillas are served for kids 10 and under with one adult meal pur chased all throughout the week.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

10005 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-936-2011, dickeys.com

On Sundays, kids can receive a free meal with the purchase of a meal for a minimum of $12.

Flavors of Louisiana 13025 W. Rancho Santa Fe Boulevard, Avondale 623-935-2357, flavorsoflouisianacajun.com

On Wednesdays, free kids meals for ages 12 and under are served after 4 p.m. with the purchase of one adult meal. On Saturdays, free kids meals are served all day.

IHOP 1491 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-925-1260, ihop.com Free kids meals are provided through

out the week after 3 p.m.

NYPD Pizza 1619 N. Dysart Road, Suite 103, Avondale 623-536-6973, aznypdpizza.com

On Wednesdays, free kids meals are provided after 4 p.m., but on Satur days, with the purchase of one small pizza, it is offered all day for kids 10 and under.

Village Inn 10010 W. McDowell Road, Avondale 623-478-0895, villageinn.com

On Mondays, one free kids meal is provided per every adult meal pur chase.

Tolleson

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 9860 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Tolleson 623-936-8298, dickeys.com

On Sundays, kids can receive a free meal with the purchase of a meal for a minimum of $12.

Goodyear

Applebee’s Grill and Bar 13832 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-536 8440, applebees.com

Free kids meal provided with the pur chase of any full adult entrée.

Café Rio Mexican Grill 13837 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-321-2814, caferio.com

Free quesadillas are served for kids 10 and under with the purchase of one

adult meal throughout the week.

Chili’s 1371 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-535-4222, chilis.com

Chili’s Rewards members can earn free kids meals for kids 12 and under with the purchase of a regular entrée.

Clubhouse Grill 14175 W. Indian School Road, Suite C01, Goodyear 623-535-4857, clubhousegrillaz.com

Kids ages 10 and younger eat free ev ery day, all day with a purchase of an adult entree.

Denny’s 1218 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-935-7388, dennys.com Offered Tuesday through Thursday, from 4 to 10 p.m. Two free kids meals are provided per adult meal.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 15525 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear 623-233-6136, dickeys.com On Sundays, kids can receive a free meal with the purchase of a meal for a minimum of $12.

Manuel’s 13319 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear 623-435-3793, manuelsaz.com Free kids meals are provided all day on Wednesdays with the purchase of an adult entrée.

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Call Classifieds 480 898 6465

Please call the church 623-393-0211

EMPLOYMENT GENERAL

FEMALE CAREGIVER

Position Available

No Experienced Needed

We Will Train. Part Time $15/hr

Private Home in Buckeye.

****Please Call for Interview 623-826-6715****

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Ladies of Leisure Cleaning Services, an established residential cleaning company in the local community, is seeking professional cleaning specialists for our growing clientele.

Candidates should have previous experience with reliable transportation and cell phone.

Travel is limited and hourly rate starts at $20/hour based on experience.

Please contact Angela at 949-683-9391 or email ladiesofleisure.cleaning@gmail.com to schedule an interview.

HELP WANTED - GENERAL LABORER

Local welding supply business is looking for an energetic person/full time position to work MondayFriday, and one half day Saturday per month. Duties include yard maintenance, filling propane, and assisting customers. Bilingual helpful. Not just a dead-end job-room for growth. Great company to start your career. Benefits include vacation time, holiday pay, health and medical benefits, 401K opportunity and many more. Wage starts at $15.00 with a review at 60 days.

Send resume to rase@vernlewis.com or apply in person 742 E. Main, Avondale.

PUBLIC NOTICES

NOTICE OF FIRE BOARD VACANCY

Buckeye Valley Fire District is currently seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on the Fire Board. The term begins no later than December 1st, 2022 and ends November 30th, 2024. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, a registered voter and reside within the boundaries of the Buckeye Valley Fire District. A letter of interest indicating why the candidate believes they are suited for this position must be received by 4 p.m. November 12th, 2022.

Letters of interest will be reviewed by the Fire Board and interviews will be conducted in Special Board Meeting. The selected candidate will be notified and appointed in a Public Session at a date established by the Fire Board. Please mail letters of interest to Buckeye Valley Fire District Administrative Office, PO Box 75, Bu ckeye AZ, 85326. You may also hand deliver letters to the administrative office located at 6213 S. Miller Rd. Suite #112, Buckeye AZ, 85326 or fax to 1-800409-0225.

Published: West Valley View Nov 02, 09 2022/50094

SUMMONS

Maricopa County Justice Courts, Arizona White Tank Justice Court 10420 W. Van Buren St. #103 Avondale, ZA 85323

CIVIL SUMMONS

Case Number CC2021130664

Christina Hersh, Plainiff(s)

vs, Charles W. Self, Jr c/o Refrigeration Systems Construction & Service

Be in court at least 15 minutes before the scheduled hearing.

YOU MUST CHECK IN AT THE FRONT COUNTER BEFORE ENTERING THE COURT ROOM.

(Este en el tribunal por lo manos 15 minutos antes de la audiencia programada)

(Debe Registrarse en el mostrador delantero antes de entrar en la sala del tribunal)

REQUEST FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES SHOULD BE MADE TO THE COURT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. (Las solicitudes para arreglos o adaptaciones razonables para personas con discapacidades se deben presentar ante el tribunal lo mas antes posible)

If an in terpreter is needed, please contact the court listed above to request an interpreter be provided.

(En caso de nesesitarse un inteprete, favor de comunicarse con al tribunal antes mancionado para solicitar que se brinden los servocops de un interprete)

THE STATE OF ARIZONA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S):

1. YOU ARE SUMMONED to respond to this complaint by filing a written ANSWER with this Court and by paying the required fee. If you cannot afford to pay the required fee, you may request that the Court either waive or defer the fee.

2. If you were served with this summons in the State of Arizona, the Court must receive your answer within twenty(20) calendar days from the date you were served. If you were served outside the State of Arizona, the Court must receive your answer with thirty (30) calendar days from the date you were served. If the last day is a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, you will have until the next working day to file your answer. When calculating time, do not count the day you were served with the summons.

3. Your answer must be in writing.

(a) You may obtain an answer form from this Court. (b) You may also obtain an answer form from the Form section of the Maricopa County Justice Courts website at http://justicecourts.maricopa.gov/

4. Provide a copy of your answer to the Plaintiff(s) or to the Plaintiff's attorney in accordance with JCRCP Rule 120.

5. IF YOU FAIL TO FILE A WRITTEN ANSWER WITH THIS COURT WITHIN THE TIME INDICATED ABOVE, A DEFAULT JUDGEMENT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU.

Date August 16, 2021

Justice of the Peace Heidi Owens

PUBLISH: West Valley View 10/26/22, 11/02/22, 11/09/22, 11/16/22/49848