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November 25, 2021

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alor Preparatory Academy Principal Dan Mahlandt believes the “Factory Model of Education” has become outdated. With more than 30 years of experience as an educator, Mahlandt hopes to see a change in the education system. For example, Mahlandt said science shows that adolescents perform much better with late starts, yet, early starts in most schools around the country is the standard. Mahlandt vowed to change this as a school leader and has since implemented late starts at the Goodyear school, a tuition-free institution for students in grades 6 to 11. “That traditional form is what drives education today,” Mahlandt said. “The problem is somewhere along the way, the need to be able to move with bells telling us to go from one place to the next and everybody working in factories stopped being the most important element

Valor Preparatory Academy Principal Dan Mahlandt has implemented late start to beneﬁt children’s ability to learn and thrive in and out of the classroom. (Photo courtesy of Valor Preparatory Acad-

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in keeping us being the leader in the world. And what’s made us a leader is things like communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creative problem solving. That’s kind of what’s driving us into the new reality that we have.”

The late start is just one example of the many changes Mahlandt has implemented at Valor. He thinks all schools should follow suit. The current model did well for

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West Valley teachers see their wishes granted BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

lthough Thanksgiving is technically celebrated on Nov. 25 this year, 400 Arizona teachers — including more than 60 in the West Valley — feted it early. During the first days of November, in what has become an annual tradition to honor, support and celebrate Arizona’s

teachers, the Fiesta Bowl Organization awarded $1 million to teachers through the Desert Financial Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers program. “They may not wear capes, but teachers are real-life superheroes. They give tirelessly to their students and Wishes for Teachers is our opportunity to reward them for their efforts,” said Jeff Meshey, presi-

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he Center for Digital Government has ranked Avondale as one of the top cities in the country in its 2020 Digital Cities Survey. The award recognizes cities for their commitment to and innovations in digital government. The highest-ranking cities in the survey showed great strides in leading the nation when it comes to using technology to tackle social challenges, enhance services, strengthen cybersecurity, and more. Avondale, which has consistently been ranked as among the top Digital Cities for the past several years, rose up the ranks to take fifth place this year in the 75,000 to 124,999 population category. “Innovative cities are able to leverage data and harness new technology to enhance the services they provide,” said CDG Vice President Phil Bertolini. “The Center for Digital Government congratulates this year’s winners for putting technology to good use toward improving the lives of constituents and strengthening the relationships they have with their partners.” Avondale has won the award multiple years, earning recognition as a community that applies technology well in everything from operations to community engagement. Avondale was one of

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Norms...continued from page 1 the labor-intensive industrial revolution of the 19th century, but it limits the level of potential for students in the high-tech 21st century. “Valor is the new form of education,” Mahlandt said. “If we empower students and parents to make decisions for themselves on the education they want, and we don’t make time that constant, instead we make it a variable, then we can change education and make sure that what the kids need is what drives us and not what the system needs.” Having taught in what he refers to as the “traditional model,” Mahlandt said he has seen how these changes can benefit students, especially those who participate in time-consuming extracurricular activities. “There’s a wide breadth of kids we serve who are successful with us,” Mahlandt said. “The ones who aren’t successful yet are the ones who just want to be told what to do because they’re trained in that factory model from 5 years old until whatever age they come to us. And we try not to be the people that say do this at this sec-

ond and do that at this minute, we’re trying to empower them. It’s time to make decisions for yourself.” Mahlandt’s school opened about two years ago, and infuses a nationally standardized, virtual curriculum offered in a hybrid approach. “We have some students who ran into some significant anxiety issues and with the pandemic, that is another brand of student we got who they got held out of school for a year,” he said. “We got a decent number of those students who said I need something small. I need something personal. I need it to be based on what I need. And those people have found a great deal of success with us as well.” Hybrid learning techniques, like those used at Valor, let robust online lessons provide the foundation of knowledge while allowing teachers the time to guide students through application, collaboration, communication and critical thinking skills, Mahlandt said. Looking at other Arizona districts, Mahlandt commends the success of their students, but said he believes they could benefit from making changes

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and straying from traditional education norms. “It doesn’t have to be a binary opposition,” Mahlandt said. “It’s not black and white where you’re either a hybrid school or a traditional district. When I see traditional districts, they do amazing things but being able to make that switch would be great. I wish that more people would just embrace it because I’ve really enjoyed it and I love seeing the kids have that moment when they realized I’m not being told what to do, I’m in charge, I can do this, this is me and I am leading the way.” If schools continue to use the “factory model,” Mahlandt said he fears students will fall behind Dan Mahlandt is the principal and executive director at Valor Preparatory Academy in Goodyear. and be poorly prepared for life. (Photo courtesy of Valor Preparatory Academy) “We have to build adaptable, responsive, resilient, persistent learn- more schools implement it. ers at this point, and that’s the edu“I believe we can showcase this cation we’re focusing on,” Mahlandt model and show what it can do for our said. “But if we keep focusing on study parents and kids,” he said. “The goal this, regurgitate this at this level, it’s for me is to share the process to other not going to get the job done and we schools and show that you need a rowill slip behind as a country.” bust online curriculum with teacher reMahlandt admitted this new way to sources. You’ve got to have that done. educate is not widely used throughout I want to offer that model to people to the country, as many school districts be able to do that and have them come continue to use the traditional model. visit if they want and come see how I However, with hopes of the new model can do this for them. I just want educagrowing in popularity and producing tion to be more about the function than success, Mahlandt would like to see the form.”

Wishes...continued from page 1 so there’s no greater way to express our gratitude than by granting their classroom wishes.” Through a three-day Virtual Draft Day presented by Salt River Project (SRP), 400 teachers from K-12 schools were each given $2,500 to grant a wish in their classrooms. The winners were chosen based on a program in the fall wherein any Arizona K-12 teacher filled out an online application detailing a school or classroom need. The wishes were then verified and selected by random drawing for teachers to receive a grant. Over the six years of the program, Fiesta Bowl Wishes for Teachers has granted $4.7 million to more than 1,200 Arizona teachers, im-

pacting more than 500,000 children across the state. “I love Desert Financial Fiesta Bowl Charities Draft Day presented by SRP, it is so exciting when we call each teacher to let them know their name was selected as a grant recipient,” said Patrick Barkley, chairman of the Fiesta Bowl Board of Directors. “Wishes for Teachers is wellknown around the state as the preeminent program for teacher support. My mom was a teacher, and we all know teachers who inspire us with their selfless work.” This year, the 400 teachers represent 300 schools in 63 cities across the state, educating more than 200,000 students in 84 districts over 75 subjects,

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Wishes...continued from page 4 from social studies to special education, literature to leadership, music to math. Through the program, here is just a sampling of classroom wishes being granted: • Christine Miller, a second-grade teacher at Desert Thunder Elementary School, will provide new seating options for students to promote a better learning environment. • Merita Jaha, an art teacher at Archway Trivium East, will provide the art classroom with a computer and other materials for the class. • Philip Jackson, a science teacher at Western Sky Middle School, will purchase Chromebooks for the class. • Amy Alek, a math teacher at Western Sky Middle School, will purchase headphones for testing and online assessment for students in the class. • Wendy Jones, an eighth-grade writing teacher at Western Sky Middle School, will build a classroom library. • Jennifer Guant, an English language learning teacher at Western Sky Middle School, will purchase supplies to support a resource center for the En-

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glish language learners. • David Wirth, a physics teacher at Millennium High School, will purchase additional technology for the science lab. • Britney Joseph, a music teacher at Litchfield Elementary School, is using her wish to purchase instruments for students to use when they are unable to afford their own. • Jacqueline Rodriguez a third-grade teacher at Litchfield Elementary School, is using her wish to provide Chromebooks for her class. • Jules Nolte, a STEM teacher at Belen Soto Elementary School, is using her wish to purchase equipment and materials for STEM projects. • Elizabeth Davis, an eighth-grade teacher at Western Sky Middle School, is using her wish to purchase additional books for the classroom. • Stephanie Fritz, a general education teacher at Blue Horizons Elementary School, will purchase Chromebooks for the class. • Sarah Mullen, a biology teacher at Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies, will provide breakfast and snacks for students with

limited resources at home. • Kristen Stewart, a firstgrade teacher at Verrado Elementary School, will purchase iPads for the class. • Dawn Schummer, a science teacher at Rainbow Elementary School, will purchase equipment and materials for a hydroponic garden. • Deborah Bamonte, a reading intervention teacher at Rainbow Valley Elementary School, will purchase Chromebooks for the class. • Alexandra Stuart, a band and music teacher at SteFiesta Bowl mascot surprises teachers. (Photo courteven R. Jasinski Elementary The sy of the Fiesta Bowl) School, will purchase additional instruments and equipment for extra resources is an important part of the band. the Fiesta Bowl’s commitment to our • Joann Loudermilk, an English lan- community,” said Mike Nealy, Fiesta guage arts teacher at Steven R. Jasinski Bowl executive director. “Thanks to Elementary School, will purchase cam- our partners Desert Financial and SRP, eras and supplies for the arts class. Wishes for Teachers help rewards Ar“Teachers are our unsung heroes, izona’s teachers and give them a step who give so much to our students in forward in ways they may have only helping them become tomorrow’s lead- wished.” ers. Giving them a spotlight for their For more information, or for a full list selfless work and support them with of granted wishes, visit fiestabowl.org.

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Juneteenth to become Goodyear city holiday

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he Goodyear City Council approved the addition of Juneteenth to the city’s official holidays, starting in 2022. The council voted unanimously on the decision at the Nov. 15 council meeting and the city will now observe the holiday annually on June 19. “We are proud to be leading the way as one of the first cities in the Valley to establish Juneteenth as an official

city holiday,” said City Manager Julie Karins. “Thanks to the leadership of our city council, adding this holiday to our calendar is another testament to our commitment to our core values and demonstrates the importance that the city of Goodyear puts on respecting and valuing our unique experiences.” Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States, and June 19, 1865, marks the day when more than 250,000 slaves in Texas were officially freed.

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Support Freedom to Vote Act Editor: Are you sick of the partisanship and corruption in voting? When I retired to Arizona, I was pleased how easy it was to register and vote here. However, that’s not the case throughout the country. In fact, many states are making it harder to vote. So un-American! The Freedom to Vote Act currently before Congress will ensure voting laws are consistent from state to state and that voting is accessible. Easy access to register to vote and return their ballot is especially important for seniors, including older veterans. Independent voters will be pleased to know that the Freedom to Vote Act addresses partisan geographical redistricting where the current party draws the lines and tells us where to vote in order to impact the outcome (also known as gerrymandering). This system would be replaced by independent commissions mandated to design voting districts based upon population not political party. To maintain America as a standard bearer of democracy, we must all stand up for voting rights. The most effective way to do this is to call our Sens. Mark Kelly (202-224-2235); and Kyrsten Sinema (202-224-4521). Tell them to pass the Freedom to Vote Act. Thank you for sharing your voice to

CORRECTION The opinion piece by JD Hayworth headlined “Political ‘press-ure’ demeans Trump” in the Oct. 20 issue of the West Valley View, included the following paragraphs: “Then, on election night, the unthinkable happened: Donald John Trump was elected the 45th president of the United States. Not only did the alphabet networks have trouble minding their p’s and q’s, but the taxpayer-financed Voice of America (VOA) dissolved into the tears of a clown. Radio/TV insiders relayed a revealing tale

urge our senators to protect one of our most important freedoms by passing the Freedom to Vote Act. Beverlee Loat Goodyear

Common sense?

Editor: You would rather lose your job and livelihood because you don’t want to get an approved shot that has proven to be very effective? You don’t want to be told what to do? It’s my body! You’re told what to do every single day. Many specifically for health reasons. Stop signs, seat belts, speed limits, abortion (oops, I guess that one is OK), school vaccines, alcohol, taxes, driver license, dress codes and so much more. This stance won’t seem so logical when you’re going hungry and face eviction. You’ve let common sense fly out the window. Mike Getz Goodyear

Statistics from the CDC

Editor: My friends and I had plans to visit Southeast Asia, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia and Laos. So, we all had to be vaccinated. However, too much time was required for isolation in these countries even after being vaccinated. We canceled our trip. Let’s take a look at statistics from the from deep inside the broadcast bureaucracy. Amanda Bennett, then the VOA director, ordered the production of a celebratory documentary, ‘America’s First Woman President,’ to be aired once the votes were counted and the inevitable had occurred. When the inevitable yielded to the improbable, Bennett cried and other staffers scrambled, scurrying to fill the gap with somber live coverage that supplanted the joyous pre-produced, planned programming.” In a statement to the West Valley View, VOA confirmed no such documentary was ever re-

CDC’s Website. There were 45,571,532 cases from March 20, 2020, to Oct. 25, 2021. The number of deaths for the same period was 737,990. About 81% of the deaths occurred in people older than 65 with complications that included obesity, cardiac problems, diabetes, asthma, COPD, tuberculosis, pneumonia and a host of other maladies. That said, 81% of 737,990 equals 597,772. Subtract 597,772 from 737,990 and you get 140,218. So, this number, 140,218, represents all other deaths of people younger than 65 for the same time period. Not all these deaths were related to COVID-19. What percent? No one will answer that. However, the CDC says that some deaths are not related to quested by VOA leadership. Additionally, former VOA Director Amanda Bennett was in the presence of many other VOA staff members and was never witnessed crying on Election Night 2016. “As it does for every U.S. presidential election, VOA produced accurate, objective, and comprehensive coverage of Election Night 2016 for its global audience,” said Yolanda Lopez, acting VOA director. “VOA and its journalists are dedicated to the integrity of its programming and its commitment to be a consistently reliable and authoritative source of news — as stated in its charter.”

COVID-19 because one of the criteria is “probable.” “Probable” lists the similar symptoms as the flu. “Probable” has no laboratory confirmation but is included in the CDC case count. The final math exercise: If we subtract the number of deaths, 737,990, from the number of cases reported, 45,571,532, we get 44,833,542, which represents the number of people who didn’t die. However, we never hear cases reported like this. All we hear is the 45,571,532 cases and 737,990 deaths. Les Armstrong Goodyear

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Taking ownership for your words is important BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist

n my first newspaper job 30 years ago, I worked for higher-ups who were, to put it mildly, cretins. One boss, dead now, stood out for his screaming, insults, and the glee he took in being outrageously offensive. Part of my job was taking part in afternoon news meetings, where this Head Honcho presided over a discussion about what would make tomorrow’s Page One. In one such meeting the focus turned to a homicide committed in a poor part of the city. The Big Boss had a question. “What persuasion” was the dead man? Informed the victim was Black, he uttered a word I’ll never forget. “Next.” The killing was buried deep inside the paper. We all left disgusted by where we worked and for whom. But nobody ob-

jected. I didn’t say a word. Maybe because this was the 1990s, or because I was a coward, new to the job and afraid to be fired. Regardless, I am ashamed to retell the story in print. I do so because, to hear ESPN tell it, working for the Phoenix Suns under owner Robert Sarver may be a lot like working for that despot — a bully, a misogynist, a racist. These are charges Sarver has denied through his attorneys, including in a lengthy denial released weeks before ESPN published its Nov. 4 story, written by senior writer Baxter Holmes. Holmes’ piece accuses Sarver of frequently using the N-word, including in the presence of Black employees like then-coach Earl Watson. Holmes says he interviewed more than 70 former and current Suns employees, including executives and at least one co-owner. The story describes “a toxic and sometimes hostile workplace” during Sarver’s 17 years owning the Suns. Sarver’s denials have been emphatic. “I’ve never called anyone or any group of

people the N-word, or referred to anyone or any group of people by the N-word, either verbally or in writing,” he said through his lawyers. “I don’t use that word. It is abhorrent and ugly and denigrating and against everything I believe in.” The NBA has hired law firm Wachtell Lipton to investigate the charges. Media reports indicate the investigators have offered team employees confidentiality in exchange for their participation in the investigation. That confidentiality bothers me, as does the confidentiality granted by ESPN to virtually every accuser in the story, essentially everyone quoted with the exception of Earl Watson, who Sarver fired only three games into the 2017 season, after a 48-point defeat that ranks as the worst opening night loss in NBA history. After three decades writing news, I understand the desire of sources to stay anonymous. But Holmes’ 70 interviewees are not risking their safety or lives in calling out Sarver. The former employees may be risking some career impact. The current Suns employees? They’d be risk-

ing a job they might be better off leaving, given the workplace they’ve described. Had ESPN’s sources used their names, they very well might have been hailed as heroes. In 2021, in the more supportive culture of whistleblowing that exists today, I’d say the chances were 50-50. Regardless, we will never know. Criticizing their anonymity is easy for me to do. It even brands me a hypocrite. After all, I didn’t have the fortitude to confront a bully when I had the chance, even anonymously. I’m still ashamed by that failure. I’ve never been a Sarver fan, so denigrating those who have attacked him feels uncomfortable. But I have come to feel strongly about speaking truth to power. Holmes’ story is thorough, but its rampant anonymity leads me to wonder how much of it is gospel truth. I think it’s better to put your name on the things you say. Every last word. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com

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hat is the strongest combination in film’s history? Not Tracy and Hepburn. Nor Bogart and Bacall. Not even Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner. Nope, the combination that’s tighter than popcorn and hot butter is Hollywood and the American left. The closeness between Tinseltown’s “creative community” and the political causes supported therein can be found in the plot lines of major motion pictures and television shows, the high-dollar donations lavished on Democrat candidates, and the sheer “star power” that energizes campaigns when a candidate’s charisma is in short supply. Hollywood has even contributed one of its terms from the film industry lexicon: projection. Production runs its course on loca-

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tion and the sound stage; projection is the “perpetual process,” so vital to the movie biz. Whether in a theater, at a drive-in or via video, films depend on projection for viewing and, ultimately, for revenue. But in “Hollywood for the cosmetically challenged” — the place we commonly call Washington, D.C. — politics provides a different meaning for “projection.” In a recent column, Victor Davis Hanson describes it as “the psycho-political syndrome of attributing all of one’s own sins to one’s opponents.” Examples abound. One of the most vexing problems we face as a nation is now called “Bidenflation.” In less than one year, Ol’ Joe and his crew have triggered an inflationary spiral by clamping down on energy production, shutting down domestic pipelines, and imposing even more excessive regulation on the oil and gas industry. As prices at the pump — and the grocery store — have soared, Democrat

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had her ranked ninth among all 435 House members — Democrats and Republicans alike. Rep. Khanna obviously believed that he took his “star turn” during the hearing when he demanded that oil executives commit to an “independent audit to verify that none of (their) funds are going to climate denial.” Sad to say, the California congressman is experiencing his own “economic climate denial,” because he never speaks publicly about the energy investments found in his family’s ample portfolio. Newsweek recently reported that Mr. Khanna’s family purchased between $30,000 and $100,000 in stock from Chevron and ExxonMobil. That same report states that they also purchased $3,003 to $45,000 worth of shares in natural gas companies ConocoPhillips, Dominion Energy and Duke Energy. Those revelations, required by law in annual economic disclosure statements, have put Rep. Khanna on the defensive, but, still, he’s in denial. How else to explain that oil and gas have made up as much as $1.6 million of assets in his fortune? He now claims he’s divesting from the fossil fuel industry, but his recent campaign reports record over $11,000 in oil contributions for the current cycle. No one is claiming that either member of this Democrat duo is laundering funds. We’re just pointing out that they’re both stuck in a permanent “spin cycle.” And, when they need a break from hanging out their political wash, they will no doubt opt for a movie. Perhaps they’ll next choose to screen “The Candidate,” starring perennial Democrat donor Robert Redford, and released in 1972 — the same year a 29-year-old Joe Biden was elected to the Senate. Whatever film they watch, Reps. Maloney and Khanna can take turns running the projector. 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.

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ello and welcome back to Business Briefcase. This week, we will be focusing on Goodyear and its growth, specifically one business celebrating its one year anniversary. And we’ll take a look at the city’s newest way to keep the community in the loop. With a 46% population increase from 2010 to 2020, it’s no wonder the city is seeing an influx of businesses opening, including multiple warehouses and large corporations. As the city continues to grow and more businesses and residents choose Goodyear as their new home, city officials are doing their part to keep the community informed on what Goodyear has to offer and what changes it’s likely to see. As always, feel free to contact lserrato@timespublications.com with any Business Briefcase inquiries.

Hubbard Swim School celebrates first anniversary in Goodyear After 12 months in the West Valley on PebbleCreek Parkway, the Hubbard Swim School team said it is proud of the many Goodyear-area children who have become safer around water. “We are very excited that our first year

in Goodyear proved to be so successful and we feel enormously grateful for the many lovely families who welcomed us to the community,” said Ann Marie Sunderhaus, CEO of the Hubbard Family Swim Schools and Camp Hubbard. “Our team of passionate, caring swim teachers are committed to providing swim lessons that build confidence and teach water safety skills in a nurturing, child-centered environment…We firmly believe that every child must be taught how to swim.” Founded in 1998 by co-owners Bob and Kathy Hubbard, experts and educators in the field of infant swimming, Hubbard offers lessons to children 2 months to 12 years of age. The Goodyear location was the company’s fourth Valley swim school. Its other locations are in Phoenix, Peoria and Mesa. Every month in Goodyear, a growing number of children arrive for their 30-minute swim lessons in bright and colorful bathing suits and goggles and they happily swim and splash in the warm and comfortable 90-degree pool water. The children are divided into many different groups depending on their age and skill level. There are groups of “Clownfish,” “Goldfish,” “Jellyfish,” “Octopus,” “Lobster” and the more advanced swimmers

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are proudly known as “Hammerheads.” The swim school also offers free “Baby Splash” classes for babies 8 weeks to 5 months old. Parent participation in the water is required. These 30-minute water acclimation classes give parents or caregivers a chance to learn excellent tips on how to enjoy tub time at home with baby and learn how to prepare baby for swim lessons. There is a one-time $30 joining fee. In 2019, the American Academy of Pediatrics report that children and parents need to learn to swim. Basic water

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competency swim skills according to the AAP include the ability to enter the water, surface, turn around, propel oneself for at least 25 yards and then exit the water. The Hubbard swim instructors work hard to meet those goals by laying a strong foundation for skilled, confident swimmers. “We have spent over 20 years here in Arizona watching thousands of children under the age of 4 become calm and confident swimmers,” Sunderhaus said. “It’s such a joy for us to help introduce children to the wonderful sport of swimming which can easily become a life-long sport.” Many students who grew up taking

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“Growing Goodyear” will focus on the hottest topics in our rapidly growing city, including economic development, public safety and happenings in the community. It will feature interviews with members from the Goodyear City Council, city leadership, the business community, local subject matter experts and even residents, when appropriate. For now, staff plans to produce one episode per month, and each episode will be promoted on the city’s social media channels, website and in the InFocus magazine. The city invites the community to check out the first episode which features Mayor Georgia Lord talking about her experience in Goodyear over the years as well as City Manager Julie Karins discussing how the city is handling being the ninth fastest-growing city in the nation. Tammy Vo, Goodyear’s digital communications director, said the podcast branding is vibrant and colorful so it stands out on the apps and websites where listeners go to find new podcast content. It will be available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon, Pandora and TuneIn + Alexa. To listen to the podcast, visit goodyearaz.gov

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Why it’s important to join a chamber of commerce BY JEFFREY CAMPOS

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chamber of commerce is a powerful force that can help shape the future of business for the better. As a business owner, it’s important to know what the chamber of commerce can do for you and the wider community, as well as to understand why a chamber of commerce can help businesses of any size grow and succeed. I have held positions from the corporate level, small business owner, and CEO leading the chamber making my perspective broad when it comes to chambers of commerce. While a chamber of commerce works with the government, it is not a government entity. A chamber will often lobby the government at the local, state or national levels to ensure its legislative agenda is represented. While the guiding principles for each chamber of commerce vary, many of its goals center

around economic development and the business community. Chambers of commerce and their role in today’s business world has to evolve with the times. For centuries, chambers served as an essential member of the local business community, providing valuable advice, relationships, and access to government officials. Relevance and value are the keys to success. Chambers today can’t follow the one-size-fits-all approach because it no longer works. The business world is more sophisticated today and specialized advice based on sector and company size is required to succeed. Offering generic advice doesn’t add value; there is plenty of that available for free online. A good first step toward evolution would be to recognize that people starting businesses and those who already own local businesses have different needs.

A next step would be to determine what those needs are in their local community and decide if the chamber has the expertise to meet those needs; if not they need to acquire the expertise. Finally, they need to find the niche of services that can’t be substituted for what is available online. The Southwest Valley Chamber’s recent evolution is steadfast in being the

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NASCAR ready to debut ‘Next Gen’ car BY NICK ZELLER-SINGH Cronkite News

fter Kyle Larson stole the show at Phoenix Raceway with his NASCAR Cup Series championship, another storyline quickly emerged. The race in Phoenix marked the last time that NASCAR will field the Generation 6 car, which made its debut clear back in 2013. It didn’t go unnoticed by many in the racing community, which will see NASCAR’s “Next Gen” car make its debut next season. “The last race hit home for me, and I think it did for a lot of folks,” said Cliff Daniels, crew chief for Hendricks Motorsports. “To see those guys on the shop floor, sending their best wishes to their final true piece of art, it’s a big deal.” However, Jim Campbell, who is vice president of performance and motorsports at General Motors and Chevrolet’s NASCAR manufacturer, believes it’s important to move forward. “In the automobile business, you do two things,” Campbell said. “You sell what you have in the showroom today while you prepare the next model for the showroom tomorrow.” The Next Gen car is designed to reduce operating costs, potentially allowing more existing teams to compete and possibly attracting new teams. It also will more accurately depict the production cars that the race cars are based upon. The Gen-6 cars were constructed of sheet metal, and typically required significant repairs when a car hit the wall or made hard contact with another car. The more adaptable Next Gen cars will be constructed with plastic and carbon-fiber panels designed to be safer and more easily replaced, making them more affordable by limiting the consequences when collisions occur. The slightly shorter but wider Next Gen cars also utilize 18-inch tires rather than the 15-inch tires of the previous generation, again giving the car a more

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modern, familiar look. The new cars also incorporate more modern technology such as independent rear suspension and rack-and-pinion steering, which provide for a wider range of adjustments for different tracks and road courses. A single manufacturer will provide the steel-tube frame for the Next Gen car’s chassis to all teams, with substructures that are bolted onto it — again designed to lower costs by making the cars, and repairing them, more affordable. NASCAR’s power specifications for the Ford, Chevy and Toyota engines in the cars will remain the same. “I’ve only made a handful of laps in it on a road course,” said Larson, who dominated the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series and wrapped up the championship in Phoenix. “In the laps that I ran around the road course, it has way more grip, better tires, brakes, and can carry more top speed in the corners.” Lastly, Next Gen’s build is a cheaper, one-dimensional car, providing an opportunity for new manufacturers to jump into the NASCAR scene. And it is designed to make NASCAR drivers prove their skill on the track even more than before. Still, after a great run with Gen-6 cars, some in the racing community worry about what the next generation of cars will bring. “I’m afraid it is going to be like the iRock series,” said Michael Bergmann, a fan at the NASCAR Cup Series race in Phoenix. “I’m afraid it will be the same

over and over and nobody can pass anybody. It should be run what you brought and hope you brought enough. And if you don’t bring enough, you lose.” NASCAR Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin had similar thoughts on the Next Gen cars, but he is counting on his Toyota No. 11 team to figure it out.

“We don’t know what to expect,” Hamlin said. “I think it’s going to be like the Car of Tomorrow. I don’t know how we will prepare, but I’m trusting the team to guide the ship in the right direction.” Even though uncertainty looms over the new generation of racecars, experienced NASCAR drivers and their teams are likely to adapt quickly. “Everyone is so good in the Cup Series that you can throw any package at us and we will all get up to speed very quickly,” Larson said. The Next Gen series makes its debut on Feb. 17 at Daytona Speedway. The cars will make their debut at Phoenix Raceway on March 13 in the Ruoff Mortgage 500. For more stories from Cronkite News, visit cronkitenews.azpbs.org.

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ardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has been nominated for Gamer of the Year at the annual Sports Illustrated Awards set for the Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on Tuesday, Dec. 7. He’s up against Gordon Hayward of the Charlotte Hornets; the Pittsburgh Steelers’ JuJu Smith-Schuster; and Brazilian footballer Neymar. The awards show will be highlighted by a live reveal of the 2021 Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year in addition to recognizing notable athletes, teams and sports moments that made the year memorable. The awards will stream live at 6 p.m. Dec. 7 on official Sports Illustrated social channels, via LiveXLive and on SportsIllustratedAwards.com. The Sports Illustrated Awards Program includes: • Sportsperson of the Year (Presented by FTX)

• The Muhammad Ali Legacy Award • Sportskid of The Year • Female/Male Athlete of the Year (Presented by U.S. Polo Assn.) • Breakthrough Athlete of the Year (Presented by Emsculpt Neo) Nominees: Ja’Marr Chase, Wander Franco, Emma Raducanu and LaMelo Ball • Hometown Hero (Presented by Pepsi Stronger Together) • Team of the Year (Presented by Vitacost). Nominees: Milwaukee Bucks, Chicago Sky, Atlanta Braves and Tampa Bay Lightning • Play of the Year (Presented by Alkaline88). Nominees: Gonzaga’s Jalen Suggs’ Final Four buzzer-beater vs. UCLA; Marshall’s Jamil Roberts’ OT goal to win school’s first men’s soccer title; Jordan Spieth’s incredible blind Ryder Cup flop shot; and South Dakota’s tip-drill “Hail Mary” on the final play to beat rival SD State • Best Dressed (Presented by JCPenney). Nominees: Travis Kelce, Ashlyn Harris, Jordan Clarkson and Tyler Herro

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Cardials quarterback Kyler Murray is nominated for Gamer of the Year. (Photo courtesy of Arizona Cardinals)

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Christmas spirit brings Verrado together BY ALLISON BROWN

West Valley View Staff Writer

A Christmas display from the park tour in 2020. (Photo courtesy of Verrado Home Tour)

errado residents are coming together to show off their holiday spirit with a parks tour on Sunday, Dec. 5, and a Christmas open house tour on Sunday, Dec. 12, with all proceeds going to the Homeless Youth Connection. This is the second year of the parks tour, which is a free event with donations accepted. Karen Milhous, event organizer, said the park tour came about in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. It was such a hit that it is returning. “Last year, the brakes had to go on because nobody wanted to go into people’s homes or people didn’t want to have others in their homes,” Milhous said. “So, I thought of when I was growing up where each street was decorated, and I thought it would be fun to do the parks. We had 10 parks last year that were decorated, and we raised funds for All Faith Community Services. We had upward of $7,500 last year from donations. It was a free event, but people were just so eager to be together.” The park tour has 10 locations, each with its own theme, including “let it snow,” which will have actual snow; Fiesta Navidad, a “south of the border” approach to Christmas; Mele Kalikimaka, a Hawaiian Christmas; and “mingling under the mistletoe,” essentially a Hallmark-inspired park. Snow will be delivered to Park Grove around noon. Victory Park will have a train ride. Founders’ Park will provide great family photo backdrops. Milhous said they will have hundreds of poinsettias there for pictures and that will be available for sale. The open house tour, which has been a Verrado tradition since 2011, is $20 and includes nine decorated houses. “It started 11 years ago with a group from Palm Valley Church,” she said. “We were discussing holiday mem-

ories and traditions. I thought it would be really fun to tour our decorated houses, and I talked them into it. I think we had six homes and we raised money that first year for a nonprofit we all knew, which was wonderful. It was so much fun. We had a blast and the people in the community loved it.” Since then, they have featured different homes every year. Nick Hudec is a Verrado resident participating in the open house tour for the second time. He offered his home in 2012 with his previous house, and this year after moving to a new home. He said he and his wife were already big decorators, and the first year they participated in the open house tour was such a good experience that they were happy to do it again. “It’s just that element of Christmas where you see a different side of people and the community,” Hudec said. “It’s nice to meet people, sometimes your neighbors that you just don’t have time to meet. There’s a real sense of connectivity, and it’s a cool experience.” He said there are varying levels of how “decked out” the houses are. Some go to the extreme and some keep it classic and simple. According to Hudec, there isn’t really competition among the neighbors for who has the biggest or brightest decorations. Everyone just wants to provide a fun and welcoming experience. “Each year you have that one particular home that just has the ‘wow’ factor,” he said. “Some go full out in every single room with lights beyond what you can imagine, both interior and exterior, and have additional added displays. But each year it’s different, so I think that’s what keeps the interest going because you never really know what it’s going to be.” Milhous said those who open their houses do a lot of work to put everything together. Some have their own snow machines, others transform an

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DancEstrella returns to the stage with new show BY WEST VALLEY VIEW STAFF

or the first time in two years, Estrella Mountain Community College’s student dance company, DancEstrella, will perform live. Students, employees and community members are invited to “And the Heart Beats On” Friday, Dec. 3, and Saturday, Dec. 4, in the Performing Arts Center on campus, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. “After such a difficult period in everyone’s life, we are thrilled to have DancEstrella back onstage for the first time since December 2019,” said Professor Janaea Lyn McAlee, residential dance faculty. The performances are 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on both days. Admission is free and audience members can participate in a brief discussion with the dancers after the shows. “The discussion is a regular feature at the end of every DancEstrella show,” McAlee said. “The dancers take questions and compliments from the audience so they can have an exchange and understand how their work was experi-

enced. It’s an extension of the feedback process that is part of creating the dances in our classes.” The performance features practicum dances by Assistant Directors Carissa Salgado-Garcia and Jade Teller; duets by choreography 2 dance majors Denise Lopez and Audrey Richards; collaborative choreography by students in performance classes; and a full company work by McAlee. Teller’s piece is called “Distractions.” “In life, we have our distractions, whether we want them or not,” she said. “And depending on what the distraction

pieces throughout the show. “I’m very stoked to be able to perform in person,” Teller said. “Having shows virtually was great because it meant we still had shows, but I feel like you should experience something this intimate in person.” Salgado-Garcia couldn’t agree more. “I’m so excited to be able to perform in person again,” she said. “This is what I have loved the most — being able to perform and connect with the audience.” McAlee said the dances are based on the students’ experience of loss and personal struggle but also unexpected gifts and self-determination that have all been a part of the pandemic. “Now that we are back in person and able to dance and create together, students have wanted to express both the difficulties they have been through and a newfound commitment to living the life they truly want,” she said. Masks are required while indoors on campus and seating is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis at the door.

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say that it was so much fun and thank you for letting us do that,” Milhous said. “They’re so happy to have participated. So, I know it’s work, but it’s so worth it afterwards.” Milhous said not only does the event bring the community together, but it has been a successful fundraising event. Over the years, Milhous said they have donated more than $30,000 to nonprofits that partner with the Verrado Giving Tree Program. This year’s

funds will go to the Homeless Youth Connection, which helps provide for basic needs of homeless youth ages 13 to 21. Currently, there are over 1,000 kids in Maricopa and Coconino counties who fall into that category. The park and home tours are independent, so people can come and go as they please and take in the views at their own pace. Day parks are best viewed from 3 to 5 p.m., the evening parks are from 5 to 8 p.m. and houses are open from 5 to

8 p.m. Dec. 12. Live music will also be provided by The Collective, Gabe Sobarzo, at both events. Wristbands can be purchased beforehand through the HOT Community Foundation, at The Vic patio on the day of or at any of the homes on the day of. A map will be provided at the parks with a barcode for donations. More information can be found on Verrado’s Annual Christmas Home Tour Facebook, facebook.com/verradohometour

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Desert Edge sophomore wins essay contest BY LAUREN SERRATO

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Desert Edge High School sophomore Isabell Wilson was honored during the annual Phoenix Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 11 . (Submitted Photo)

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our Arizona high school students won the 2021 “Waving the Flag of Freedom” High School Essay Competition sponsored by Honoring America’s Veterans, the nonprofit organization behind the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade. Among the winners is Desert Edge High School sophomore Isabell Wilson for her essay on what she has learned from her parents’ service in the military. “Because it was a statewide contest, I didn’t think that I would win but when I got the email it was really cool and it was an awesome experience,” Wilson said. “I was really excited. My essay was pretty much what the flag represents for me. I wrote that it does have the general kind of concept that everybody thinks about but for me, it’s a little more personal as both of my parents have served, and I have lived the military lifestyle for a while with my parents.” Students received a $250 cash prize and their teachers earned $150 to use in their classroom. The high schoolers were also honored at and participated in the 25th anniversary parade on Nov. 11 in central Phoenix. The teenager said the parade was her favorite part of the experience, as she and the other three essay winners rode on a firetruck during the ceremony. “I loved the experience,” Wilson said. “I got to wave and smile at everyone for a couple hours and it was awesome. It was so fun to watch the kids clapping and just looking at us and looking so happy. I think my favorite part was watching the little kids salute. It was so cute.” All essay submissions were judged on focus, theme, creative writing, grammar, originality and content. Paula Pedene, Phoenix Veterans Day

Parade coordinator, said it was special having the essay winners in the 25th annual parade. She added that it helps achieve the parade’s purpose of educating youth about those who have served our country. “We want to educate the youth of today as to who our veterans are and what they have done to safeguard our nation,” Wilson said. “That’s one of our goals. Another goal is to honor and recognize those who have served our country in order to safeguard our freedoms.” Pedene said this year’s crowd was one of the largest she’d seen in years. “We change the theme each year,” Pedene said. “They write an essay of 300 to 500 words every year based on a different theme. They have the option of interviewing a veteran or military member and really talking to them and then for some of them, it’s given them a chance to ask their grandpa, grandmother, brothers, sisters, fathers, mothers questions that they may not have asked before. So, if we can get them thinking about what these men and women give, to help us safeguard our freedoms, that’s what we want to do. We want them to have that broader understanding.” Wilson did just that. In her essay, she wrote that her parents are her heroes. Her dad, Louis Wilson, is a master sergeant in the Air Force and has been serving for almost 20 years. Her mom, Tiffany Wilson, is a registered nurse, working to become a nurse practitioner. “Obviously they’re my heroes because they serve but not just because of that,” she said. “My mom is so resilient. She doesn’t just go for the bare minimum. She keeps going and has the mindset of I got this, but I need to work harder to do better. And my dad, he’s been in the

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outh are invited to represent their favorite NFL teams in the Play Football Madden NFL 22 Youth Club Championship via EA Sports Madden NFL 22. Formerly branded as the NFL FLAG Youth Club Championship, the rebrand under NFL Play Football aims to attract a broader group of youth players. “Last year we saw tremendous success with our NFL FLAG Youth Club Championship, which brought together youth from all over the country to compete in a one-of-akind Madden tournament,” said Roman Oben, vice president, football development, at the NFL. “Rebranded under Play Foot-

Essay...continued from page 26 Air Force for 20 years, so he’s really worked hard at his job and no matter how high he ranks, he still does his job to the utmost extent.” Wilson is a member of the Desert Edge marching band and choir. She also volunteers with the Civil Air Patrol. “My high school life consists of the Marching Scorpions,” she said. “I play the alto saxophone in that. I do choir, too. So, I do a lot of music stuff there. Outside of school, I race cars. That’s one of my favorite sports. It’s really fun.” With a passion for helping oth-

ball, we hope to recreate that same excitement with RCX Sports and reach a wider group of new, enthusiastic youth players who will represent their favorite NFL teams and put their skills to the test for a chance to compete during one of the NFL’s largest weekends.” The virtual tournament allows players to play from a remote location. During registration, players will select their favorite team to represent and their preferred platform, PS4 or Xbox One. To level the playing field, two age brackets are offered, one for the younger than 13 and the other for the younger than 17. Registered players will compete in one of 32 individual NFL Club tournaments on Dec. 11 with

the goal to reign supreme as Club Champion and advance to the final round of 32 from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30. Custom team created prize packets will be awarded to the Club Champions. “We’re excited to work with NFL Play Football to bring back the Madden NFL 22 Youth Club Championship this year,” said RCX Sports CEO Izell Reese. “This event is a great way for young football fans from across the country to connect and feed their competitive drive online.” Registration is free and spaces are limited. To learn more about the Play Football Madden NFL 22 Youth Club Championship and to register, visit https://rallycry.gg/ playfootballycc/

ers, Wilson hopes to become a pediatrician. “My whole life I’ve known that I really wanted to help people,” Wilson said. “And I’ve always loved kids, I’ve always loved hanging around them and just being friends with them and just kind of really taking care and being with them. And so, I thought that well if I love hanging around kids and helping them and I love helping people, this would pretty much be the perfect job and I am also really interested in the medical sciences.” The high schooler’s mother, Tiffany, said she’s proud of her

daughter and her bright future. “She really is a very driven young lady, and I am so blessed to have her,” Tiffany said. “She has been planning her life career for several years, wants to be proficient on an instrument from every category, brass, woodwind, string, percussion, and has been competing in academics for years. She’s the president of her choir and is in the varsity choir. I could go on forever about her accomplishments and how outstanding she is.” To read the full texts of the winning essay submissions, visit honoringamericasveterans.org/veterans-day-parade-phoenix.

OBITUARIES Javier Vela

Mr. Javier Vela, 59, of Buckeye, Arizona died November 13, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was born August 18, 1962 to Constantino Vela and Petra Vela in Rio Grande, Texas. A visitation followed by a funeral service was held at 9:30am on November 22, 2021 at St. Henry's Catholic Church in Buckeye, Arizona. To read the full obituary and leave the family condolences, please visit www.thompson funeralchapel.com/obituary/Javier-Vela

Gabriel Ybarra

Gabriel "Gabby" Ybarra 51, of Tolleson, Arizona passed away on November 7th, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. He was born December 29th, 1969. Gabriel is preceded in death by his father, Francisco Ybarra. He is survived by his mother, Carolina Ybarra; brother, Frank Ybarra; sister: Michelle Dominguez; children: Derrick Ybarra and Diandra Alonzo, son-in-law and daughter-in-law: Jonathan Alonzo and Veronica Ybarra, ex-wife: Marlena Macri; grandchildren, Sienna and Emma Ybarra. As well as, aunts and uncles, cousins and several nieces and nephews. Gabriel was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, nephew and cousin. Gabby was known for having a big heart and loving soul. He always loved unconditionally. He was always there for anyone if they needed anything and never turn his back. He especially loved spending time with his two granddaughters Sienna and Emma and was always so proud to be their "Tata". Gabby loved his family and was always calling making sure everyone was doing okay. You could always count on Gabby to have a big smile on his face and a laugh you were not able to forget. Everyone knew his love of sports and always cheered on his favorite teams, The Raiders, Cleveland Indians and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. He was a great man and will be remembered for his big heart and kindness. We will all love and miss him dearly! Services for Gabriel will be held at Advantage Crystal Rose Funeral Home in Tolleson, Arizona on Friday November 19th at 1:30pm-4:30pm

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OBITUARIES Maria Sepulveda

Mrs. Maria R. Sepulveda of Moreno Valley, California died November 6, 2021 in Goodyear, Arizona. She was born December 29, 1950 to Maria Ramos in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. Funeral Services were held November 19 at St. John Vianney Church in Goodyear with final interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Avondale, Arizona. To leave the family condolences, please visit www.thompsonfuneralchapel.com/ obituary/Maria-Sepulveda

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PUBLIC NOTICE State of Minnesota District Court Dakota County First Judicial District Court File Number: 19HA-JV-21-659 Case Type: CHIPS - Permanency Summons and Notice Termination of Parental Rights Matter In the Matter of: In the Matter of the Welfare of the Child(ren) of: Amber Autumn Hassan and Dylan James Collazo, Father. NOTICE TO: Above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s). 1. A Termination of Parental Rights Petition has been filed in the Office of the Clerk of Juvenile Court located at 1560 Highway 55, Hastings MN 55033, alleging that parental rights of the above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s) to the child(ren) named in the petition should be permanently severed. 2. Notice is hereby given that the matter of said Termination of Parental Rights Petition will be called for a remote hearing before the Dakota County Juvenile Court, on January 05, 2022 at 10:00 AM or as soon after as the Matter can be heard. To join by internet: 1. Type https://zoomgov.com/join in your browser’s address bar. 2. Enter the Meeting ID and Meeting Passcode (if asked): Meeting ID: 161 286 1818 Password: 554085 To join by telephone (if you are unable to join by internet): 1. Call Toll-Free: 1-833-568-8864 2. Enter the Meeting ID and Meeting Passcode Meeting ID: 161 286 1818 Password: 554085 3. YOU ARE ORDERED to appear before the Juvenile Court at the scheduled time and date. 4. You have a right to be represented by counsel. 5. If you fail to appear at the hearing, the Court may still conduct the hearing and grant appropriate relief, including permanently severing the parental rights of the above-named parent(s) or legal custodian(s) and taking permanent custody of the child/ren named in the Petition. WITNESS, the Honorable Christopher J. Lehmann, Judge of District Court BY: Maria King Court Administrator. Published: West Valley View/Business Nov. 10, 17, 24, 2021 / 42712

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INVITATION TO BID Bids Due: January 3, 2022 – 1:00pm Project: Park Street Crossing at Indian School Rd CFD Civil Improvements DMB White Tank LLC seeks qualified General Contractors, with a minimum A- General Engineering license, to submit sealed bids for the above referenced project which consists of, but is not limited to concrete, paving, streetlights, signage & striping in accordance with the plans and specifications (the “Work”). The Successful Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination associated with the Work. Access to the plans, bid documents and detailed information for this project will be available on November 24, 2021. All interested parties should contact Deana Burris at dburris@dmbinc.com to obtain access to the electronic bid documents. Please reference the project name listed above in the email subject line. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held via Zoom on December 1, 2021, at 10:00am. A meeting invitation will be sent to all interested parties. Sealed bids will be received until 1:00pm on January 3, 2022, at the DMB Verrado Offices – 4236 N. Verrado Way Suite A200, Buckeye, AZ 85396. Bids submitted after 1:00pm will not be accepted. Bids will be opened privately but read aloud at 1:05pm via Zoom call. A meeting invitation will be sent to all interested parties. Unless all bids are rejected, the Contract will be awarded within seven (7) days. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder that submits a complete and accurate bid. A complete and accurate bid will include all information requested in the bid documents. Every bid made by a Contractor pursuant to this Notice shall be accompanied by a surety bond for ten percent (10%) of the bid amount, listing DMB White Tank LLC as the Obligee, as a guarantee that the Contractor will enter into a contract to perform the Work, or as liquidated damages in the event the Contractor refuses or fails to enter into the Contract with DMB White Tank LLC upon award. The bonds will be returned to all Contractors whose bids are not awarded the Contract, and to the successful Contractor, upon execution of the Contract, and receipt of Payment and Performance bonds for the Work. The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment and Performance bond will be required in the amount of 100% of the original Contract value for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certificate of Insurance evidencing their ability to meet the insurance requirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry property damage and public liability insurance and shall hold and save harmless DMB White Tank LLC, the City of Buckeye and the Verrado District 1 Community Facilities District from any employer’s liability and from any and all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as specified in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid documents will be deemed incomplete and will be rejected. DMB White Tank LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withhold the award for any reason DMB White Tank LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject to approval by DMB White Tank LLC or its representatives. Interested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information or contact Deana Burris at dburris@dmbinc.com – reference Park Street Crossing at Indian School Rd CFD Civil Improvements. No engineer’s estimate will be distributed.

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