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NEWS .............. 4 Expo says electric vehicle revolution is coming

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November 28, 2019

Avondale’s new ‘Field of Dreams’ BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Associate Editor

If Tom Hanks decides to make a sequel to his blockbuster “Big,” maybe the kid who suddenly becomes as big as an adult will be the mayor of Avondale And maybe he will look at the city’s robust bank account and say, “Let’s spend like $20 million for a huge thing that has a splash park, a skate park and all kinds of fun things so kids don’t get bored.” For the actual mayor of Avondale, this isn’t a fantasy — it’s really happening. Avondale spent $19 million to renovate the 30-acre Festival Fields Park, which will now have a fishing lake, splash park, skate park, pump track, play courts, multiuse fields and more. Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise will be there, likely every bit as gleeful as Hanks’ Josh Baskin character. As the park has two new baseball fields, Weise thinks of another movie: “Field of Dreams.” Weise gushed about the “community effort” that went into the park. “This is one of the largest projects we’ve done since

Mayor Kenn Weise spends hours digging into data and pondering projects like the $19 milllion Festival Fields Park, top right, which has a grand reopening Saturday. (West Valley View photo by Tom Scanlon)

I’ve been on the council and now mayor,” said Weise, elected to council in 2007 and the mayor since 2014. His piercing eyes lit up when he talked about the new baseball ﬁelds and places

where skateboard and BMX riders can race around the park. Coming near the end of 2019, the re-

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‘Oﬃcer of the Year’ makes an impact BY OCTAVIO SERRANO

West Valley View Staff Writer

Jonathan Kacer remembers when, as a police ofﬁcer in El Mirage, he detained a few teenagers for shoplifting at Walmart. “The only things they took were food items and a pair of cleats and it was because one of the kids wanted to play football, he couldn’t afford them and they didn’t have food in their house,” Kacer said. Kacer and other ofﬁcers paid Walmart for the groceries. “That incident kind of got me to look at other situations where I could

help and think outside the box,” he said. Now a member of the Buckeye Police Department, he is receiving quite an honor: The 100 Club of Arizona is presenting Kacer its Officer of the Year award. “When I learned Jon Kacer was going to be Officer of the Year, I really wasn’t surprised,” said Buckeye Police Chief Larry Hall. “Jon encapsulates every quality a police chief and a community member looks for in a police officer.”

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Buckeye Police Department Officer Jonathan Kacer is being recognized as Officer of the Year. (Photo courtesy Buckeye Police Department)

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Park...continued from page 1 opening of Festival Fields Park caps a pretty big year in Avondale. Asked for his top five Avondale stories of 2019, Weise put the park at number three. Number one for him is “The BLVD,” the rebranding of Avondale Boulevard as a retail-residential mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly development. Weise said there is still more to come on Avondale Boulevard. “We will announce some development happening there over the next 60 to 90 days,” he said. Back to his top-five-of-2019 list: “Akos would be number two,” Weise said. “For them to move their headquarters from Deer Valley to us shows what kind of destination Avondale is.” This year marked the opening of the first building of what is envisioned as the Akos Medical Campus, “a new state-of-the-art medical campus conveniently located in the heart of the Avondale Health-Tech Corridor,” according to akosmedicalcampus.com. “We have taken the direction that we are going to focus on medical,” Weise said. “We now have a medical corridor,

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with Akos coming in between two hospitals. It’s a big deal for us.” Next on Weise’s best-of-2019 list is a McDowell Road neighbor of Akos, Portillo’s Hot Dogs. The opening of a hot dog stand might not stand out to some, but Portillo’s is a very big deal to people from Chicago — like Kenn Weise. Showing he’s not just interested in fun food and parks, Weise listed as number five on his 2019 list a relatively dull project: The construction of an Interstate-10 off-ramp. “That’s a huge deal for us,” said Weise, who is also a corporate sales manager for the Wigwam Resort. “The construction started. The off-ramp will go from I-10 to Fairway Drive. It feeds our multi-million-square-foot industrial park that’s right there.” Looking ahead to 2020, Weise’s rapid-fire pace seemed to intensify. Like a kid who can hardly wait for Christmas, he eagerly talks about NASCAR Championship Weekend coming to ISM Raceway, Nov. 6-8, 2020. And more big projects loom in the year ahead. “We’re going to have the completion of the two big logistics centers behind the auto mall — that’s going to

be 650,000 square feet of employment. Barrio Queen (a trendy Mexican restaurant) is coming in, that’s a big deal. “And then the official signing is probably nine months away, but we announced that we worked out a deal with the Gila River Indian Community to purchase part of their land ... on the south side of the Estrellas (Estrella Mountain Regional Park).” Asked about the importance of that, Weise replied, “Because Avondale is landlocked and we’ve always included The grand reopening of Festival Fields Park, after a $19 million renovation, takes place Saturday, Nov. 30. (Photos courtesy city the planning area on the of Avondale) other side of the Estrellas as part of our planned area.” rivalry.” Weise, who has lived in Avondale He said he enjoys a good relationship since 1995, expects the city to continue with Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord to grow in 2020, with more single-fam- that allows for ribbing. “I tell her, ‘You ily and multi-family developments. He keep bringing in people for the jobs calls himself “a data geek,” spending and we’ll keep feeding them,’” Weise hours on his laptop deep-diving into said. trends. Weise insisted he is not jealous of “Our sweet spot is somewhere be- Goodyear’s increasing reputation. tween 500 and 750 new homes a year,” “Avondale is still under the radar Weise said. “I think 2019 will probably — and I like it that way,” Weise said, be right around 500 to 600 new homes. when asked about the Goodyear comAnd 2020 will probably be the higher parison. end of that.” “I do think there’s an underdog thing. Since 2000, Avondale’s population One of the reasons I got on council was doubled and now is over 85,000, ac- Avondale reminded me of the home cording to the most recent U.S. Census that I had, the city that I grew up in, estimates. That’s slightly higher than Chicago,” Weisse said. “And Avondale the most recent estimate of 82,385 for for a very long time was the city that Goodyear, Avondale’s neighbor. I was told ‘you shouldn’t’ and ‘you Goodyear gained quite a bit of pub- can’t.’ It was ‘You shouldn’t go after licity over the last year, landing new this development’ or ‘You guys can’t offices and production facilities for gi- do that.’ ants like Microsoft, Amazon and Nike. “And now we are the city that will Weise termed the relationship between and the city that does. We form our Goodyear and Avondale as “a friendly own destiny.”

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A grand reopening celebration of Avondale’s Festival Fields Park takes place from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, at 101 E. Lower Buckeye Road, Avondale. This free event is being held in partnership with Haydon Construction and the city of Avondale, to unveil the renovation and 30-acre expansion of the existing park. New features include a fishing lake, splash park, skate park, pump track, play courts, ball fields, multi-use fields, restrooms, picnic shelters, dog park

and custom designed play structures. Mayor Kenn Weise and city council members will be in attendance to welcome park-goers, and deliver a few remarks about the project. Activities will include sports demos and activities such as skateboarding and pump track, pickleball, basketball, fitness activities, as well as vendor booths with program information. There will also be food, a DJ, and entertainment, with a fireworks display at the conclusion of the celebration.

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This state-wide award is to recognize an individual who displays actions of heroism and commitment exceeding expectations. Kacer was to be honored Saturday, Nov. 23 at the annual Schechterle Gala at the Phoenix Art Museum. Proceeds from the gala will support the 100 Club’s programs and scholarships. According to the 100 Club of Arizona’s website, “Our mission is to provide financial assistance to families of first responders who are seriously injured or killed in the line of duty and provide resources to enhance their safety and welfare.” Kacer, 36, said community service has always been a part of his life. “My upbringing and my family, we were really involved with the Muscular Dystrophy Association,” Kacer said. “We had two younger cousins who were diagnosed with muscular dystrophy … all of my cousins and brothers were brought up in a situation where we could help others.” As an adult, Kacer said he had an interest in becoming a firefighter until he decided on pursuing law enforcement. Donna Rossi, spokeswoman for the Buckeye Police Department, said, “Throughout the last year, seeing what officer Kacer has done on the streets as a police officer, as a human being, with victims it really epitomizes everything a police officer should be in this community.” Kacer has gone beyond his duty to help people need. Earlier this year, the Buckeye home of an elderly couple together for more than 60 years was burglarized. The couple lost many items including roughly $2,000 in cash. Kacer managed to learn the identity of one of the suspects and went on to make an arrest. Although some of the items were recovered, the cash was not. Kacer kept in touch with the couple and eventually asked them what the cash was for. They answered the they were saving up for their funeral expenses as they did not want to burden their families. “I hung up the phone and my wife was right there and I just started tearing up and I told her I wanted to do something,” Kacer said. Kacer sprung to action and had a fundraiser party where many Buckeye business owners contributed and managed to raise $4,000 for the elderly couple. He delivered the money to them in a safe. Kacer has been in service for almost a decade, but it is his actions as an individual, as much as a police officer, it truly distinguishes him. He doesn’t believe in simply doing his job, but his badge gives him a responsibility to look out for his community in any way he can. “Just always know there’s a way you can help somebody,” Kacer said. “You look for the opportunity and sometimes it just smacks you right in the face and other times you have to look kind of hard for it, but as long as you’re looking, you’re going to find something you can do to help somebody.”

The 100 Club of Arizona’s Officer of the Year, Jonathan Kacer, middle, serves on the Buckeye Police Department with the likes of offices James Radloff, left, and Jonathan Calderon, right. (Photo courtesy Buckeye Police Department)

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It can be called “a quiet revolution,” as electric cars are so noiseless — especially when compared to their roaring, internal-combustion grandfathers. But make no mistake about it, these whispery clean machines are on the way, in massive numbers. So said Paul Hirt, a professor at Arizona State University’s School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies. “There may be a million electric cars in Arizona by 2035,” said Hirt. “This is going to be a huge disruption. There’s going to be winners and losers.” Hirt and four others spoke at “Good Year Plugged In,” an electric vehicle forum and expo held Nov. 14 at Pebble Creek, the 55-and-older community in Goodyear. The Conservative Alliance for Solar Energy and the Phoenix Electric Auto Association hosted what was billed as “the first electric vehicle (EV) event of its kind for retirees in the West Valley.”

Goodyear has three electric vehicles, with an electric police motorcycle on the way. (Photo courtesy city of Goodyear)

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Abrazo West Campus earns top grade in patient safety

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The Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear received an A rating in the Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2019 Safety Score. This is the sixth consecutive top grade for the hospital. The Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Score is a rating system designed to give consumers information they can use to make healthcare decisions for themselves or a loved one. The Leapfrog Group assigns A, B, C, D and F grades to more than 2,600 U.S. hospitals based on their ability to prevent errors, injuries, accidents and infections. “Abrazo West is proud to be recognized by The Leapfrog Group with its top grade for patient safety, which demonstrates our commitment to providing safe, high-quality care. This rating recognizes our continuous commitment to placing safety at the forefront of our patients’ care,” said Abrazo West Campus Chief Executive Officer Christina Oh. “We have a number of initiatives underway to support these efforts. We have also been recognized for the qual-

For the sixth straight year, the Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear received an A rating in the Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2019 Safety Score. (Photo courtesy Abrazo Health)

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able information to continually improve our processes, training and the way we deliver care to our patients,” she added. Abrazo West Campus is a 188-bed acute care hospital and Level I Trauma Center serving West Valley communities. In 2019 it added internal medicine and general surgery residency rotations as part of Abrazo Health’s Graduate Medical Education program. The hospital received the 2018 Quality of Life Enhancement Award from economic development group WESTMARC, and recognized with the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Icon Award. Abrazo Health includes Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Abrazo Central Campus, Abrazo Mesa Hospital, Abrazo Scottsdale Campus and Abrazo West Campus – along with freestanding emergency centers, urgent care, primary care and specialty physician practices. Abrazo Surprise Hospital is scheduled to open in 2020. For more information, visit AbrazoHealth.com.

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Request for new ﬁre station is approved

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 28, 2019

BY OCTAVIO SERRANO

West Valley View Staff Writer

The Planning and Zoning Commission board of Goodyear voted unanimously to rezone 5 acres that will allow the construction of a new fire station. The board met Wednesday, Nov. 6, and discussed the rezoning of the five acres located southwest corner of 143rd Avenue and West Celebrate Life Way from Planned Area Development District to the Public Facilities District. The request was approved unanimously. The request was delivered by Christian Williams, a city staff member. He said this property is currently zoned as

a planned area development piece, and the parcel then for Goodyear Gateway. The needs to gain access to proposal will “hard-zone” 143rd Avenue.” the property as a planned faWilliams said these adcility district that will allow ministrative processes are for a fire station as well as underway and will be stipfor other public uses. ulated with the zoning. However, Williams said Chairwoman Kathleen there are a few stipulations Planning is underway Molony added, “We have on the property. for a new fire station for another station south on “The property currently Goodyear Fire Chief Paul Yuma. Is there a stipulation and his company. consists of two parcels,” Luizzi that we have so many miles (Photo courtesy Goodyear Williams said. “The west- Fire Department) apart because I am kind of ern parcel needs to be surprised that they would properly removed from the remaining put one on here?” southern parcel, which is an ADOT Williams said the fire station in ques-

tion had been shut down and the crew has been working out of another fire station during the time being. “The station that is at Yuma/Litchfield has been closed for some time now, so the intent is that this site here will replace Fire Station 181,” Williams said. “There’s no stipulation that says departments need to be so far apart, but the departments have done analysis and determined this would lower the average response times in the city.” The Goodyear Fire Department website lists five other stations in addition to Fire Station 181.

Water infrastructure fee may impact Buckeye BY OCTAVIO SERRANO

West Valley View Staff Writer

The Buckeye City Council voted in favor of a notice of intention to establish a new water fee so it can cover the associated costs of maintaining its water infrastructure.

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During its council meeting Nov. 5, the Buckeye City Council voted in favor of Resolution No. 89-19, which will establish a new $3.05 water fee. This fee will help the city maintain its water services and infrastructure as well as further develop the economy.

Public Information Officer Annie DeChance said, “Water is what’s driving our economy here in the desert and we need to have a reliable infrastructure and water service in order to keep sustaining our growth.” This proposed new water fee is a re-

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‘Tremendous economic activity’ in West Valley WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 28, 2019

BY ERIC NEWMAN

West Valley View Staff Writer

Several influential business and development figures in the Phoenix Metropolitan area met in Phoenix Nov. 15 to discuss exciting upcoming improvements and potential in the West Valley Valley Partnership, which dubs itself “The Valley of the Sun’s Premier Advocacy Group for Responsible Development,” held its monthly Friday morning breakfast, for the month of November, at the Phoenix Country Club, hosting several members to answer panel and audience questions about what to look forward to. The organization’s President and CEO Cheryl Lombard said the amount of growth throughout the West Valley, and even more potential access to come soon, made the decision to host an area-centric event in November easy. Among the panelists were Don Bessler, chief capital investment officer for the City of Glendale; David Krumwiede, executive vice president of Lincoln Property Company; Kelly Patton, senior economic development consultant, Arizona Public Works; and Nic Fischer, vice president, Merit Partners. Each provided a different perspective on what is most exciting about the area’s development. Fischer views additional roads as a positive for the West Valley. Loop 202 is set to open in December, and the 303 has undergone expansion plans, too. Though nobody is certain of their future impact, Fischer said the roads could open up several opportunities with easier access from other parts of the Valley. “If you think about the travel time from places like Avondale, Tolleson or Buckeye, to the far Southeast Valley, in a way those were two communities never really had any connectivity. So, to think of what the 202 will offer, in terms of labor, but if you think about the employees that make the commute from there or from the inner city and the impact on them, that’s only going to help,” Fischer said. While it would be nice to have more opportunities for tourism and commuters from other parts of town coming into the western cities, Bessler said the main focus, particularly in Glendale where he is focused, should be on keeping the area’s residents there for work Panel moderator Rusty Kennedy said about 34 percent of the Valley’s insurance and financial workers live west of Interstate 17, but only about 12 percent of the jobs they hold are in the area. There are many ways, Bessler said, of attracting more of these workers to stay local.

He said areas like Westgate – which according to him attracted more than 10 million visitors last year – and other entertainment options are crucial, not just for jobs but for the happiness of the local residents. This is especially so because he said having a younger population, like millennials, entering the workforce could drive positive change. “They’re getting great value for the investments they made out here in the residential community, this idea we spoke about, not commuting all the time to get to work. That all matters to them,” Bessler said. While more expanded infrastructure opportunities in all areas of the West Valley are almost always seen in a positive light for the residents there, those in charge of dispersing and maintaining natural resources and energy like Patton have to consider the risk of overdevelopment. In her mind, events like this breakfast meeting are crucial. Organizations like APS need to be in constant contact with the potential areas of growth, so issues from development or location can be taken into consideration before businesses and development deals are addressed early on. “Working together and collaborating, having those necessary conversations with not only the businesses but also the others around there is really important. It’s also pre-planning based on where they think the growth is and identifying problems or potential pitfalls before they actually happen,” Patton said. Krumwiede added there were other environmental issues to take care of in the process of expansion. “Not necessarily just the West Valley, but really valley-wide, it’s our air quality. It

needs some serious help and attention, and I know we’re trying to battle that. But, it’s not making an impact, and it’s actually getting worse, so we need to figure out solutions for the benefit of all of us,” he said. In building and expanding upon a large area, there will be other concerns, like capacity, water allotment and safety and even the perception of the West Valley as “somehow worse off” than the other parts of town. However, Lombard said the West Valley is on track toward great success in

the coming years. “After seeing both the Loop 202 and 303 head toward their completion in the West Valley, we’re experiencing a tremendous amount of economic activity along this corridor has developers from across the state looking to invest in the area,” said Lombard, “Thanks to a responsible infrastructure plan and strong leadership from West Valley elected officials, we are seeing the area start to take off and attract even more companies, residents and investors.”

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In 2014, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department updated White Tank Mountain Regional Park’s Master Plan. One of the features most requested at the Waddell park was a small campground focused on the needs of park visitors who enjoy camping in tents, their vans, trucks and small trailers. On Sunday, Nov. 17, the park hosted an open house to unveil the new Willow Campground Area. The campground caters to the needs of those who are seeking a more intimate and rustic experience with nature. “Last year, the Parks and Recreation Department identified a 44,550 square feet area west of Willow Canyon Road for a new campground,” said Maricopa County Supervisor Clint Hickman, District 4. “The area had previously been used by the park for overflow camping and small youth groups. This area provides the perfect setting for those seeking a more primitive camping experience.” Improvements made to the area in-

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clude: • The addition of four new vehicle pull-through, five new vehicle back-in, and eleven walk-in tent semi-developed campsites. • A new shower house, trail connector to the Mesquite Trail, trailer turn-around area, welcome signs, additional parking, and a dishwashing station complete with hot water. Each campsite also includes a picnic table, a fire ring with a barbecue grate and a 12 X 12 level tent pad. “This is one of the most picturesque areas in the park and since we repurposed an area which had already been developed, we were able White Tank Mountain Regional Park held an open house to unveil a new campground. (Photo courtesy to avoid disturbing another Maricopa County Parks and Recreation) area for this project,” added R.J. Cardin, Maricopa County Parks for future expansion.” at the west end of Olive Avenue. and Recreation director. “Also, given White Tank Mountain Regional Park For information about activities or the increasing popularity of the park, is located at 20304 W. White Tank reservations, call 602-506-2930 ext. 5 we’ve reserved three additional areas Mountain Road, Waddell. The park is or visit maricopacountyparks.net.

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Female warriors Editor:

Despite the rich variety of Amazon legends from ancient Greece, South America, Africa, and elsewhere, there is only one historically documented example of female warriors. This is the women’s army that existed among the Fon of Dahomey in West Africa, now Benin. These female warriors have never been mentioned in the published military histories; no romanticized films have been made about them, and today they exist as no more than footnotes to history. Only one scholarly work has been written about these women, “Amazons of Black Sparta” by Stanley B. Alpern, yet they made up a force that was the equal of every contemporary body of male elite soldiers from among the colonial powers. It is not exactly clear when Fon’s female army was founded, but some sources date it to the 1600s. It was originally a royal guard, but it developed into a military collective of 6,000 soldiers with a semi-divine status. They were not merely window dressing. For almost 200 years they constituted the vanguard of the Fon against European colonizers. They were feared by the French forces, who lost several battles against them. This army of women was not defeated until 1892, when France sent troops with artillery, the Foreign Legion, a Marine infantry regiment, and Cavalry. It is not known how many of these female warriors fell in battle. For many years survivors continued to wage guerrilla warfare, and veterans of the army were interviewed and photographed as late as the 1940s. (From “The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest,” by Stieg Larsson.) That is how it goes. We are born. We

live. We grow old. We die. We play our part. All that remains is disintegration. Susan Hewitt Goodyear

Don’t be fooled

Editor: Has anyone noticed how in recent weeks the Democrats have been suggesting that if the Republicans dump President Trump, things will normalize and the nation heal? After all, they reason, Vice President Mike Pence has his faults, but at least he is a normal person and not crazy like Trump. Wow, sounds great. Not really. Don’t be fooled for a second with the Democrats deceitful rhetoric. The truth is that the progressives in Washington DC, disguised as Democrats, don’t give a hoot about the welfare of the nation. Many of them are traitors and want only one thing. They want power for themselves. Now Democrats are pursuing impeachment against Trump. These subversives, have already decided to impeach, regardless of what the facts show. Their mind is already made up. If Pence were to become President of the United States, the Democrats would come after him in a heartbeat, probably before he finished taking his oath of office. Their attacks on Pence would be as vicious and never-ending as they have been on President Trump. But, here is the good news. The Democrats don’t have anyone who can beat Trump in 2020, and they know it. They are running scared. That is why they are so desperate to impeach our President. Roy Azzarello Goodyear

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Many things to be grateful for this Thanksgiving 14

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 28, 2019

BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ West Valley View Columnist

While we’re all still in a tryptophan-infused haze, full of leftovers and good cheer, it feels only right to continue being thankful. Herewith, one of Arizonan’s list of people and things that inspire gratitude on a daily basis. In the cutthroat world of politics, where big egos go bump in the day, they don’t make them any kinder or more effective than Mesa Mayor John Giles. He continues to land big employers and grow the city’s downtown, all the while exhibiting dignity and a willingness to work with one and all. We need a few more like him. When it comes to excellence on and off the field of play, there have been precious few pro athletes like Larry Fitzgerald. Fitz is a first-ballot Hall of Famer as a wide receiver. More importantly, if there was a Hall of Fame for class human beings, Number 11 would be enshrined there too. Tucked along an alley in downtown Glendale, A Shot of Java is everything you could want in a coffee house. Owner Lisa Dowd makes each drink

by hand and serves your lately? Probably not – and Americano or fancy whatthat’s a very good thing ever-a-cino with a side of indeed. Unlike his predeBrooklyn attitude. There’s cessor, Penzone seems less local artwork on the walls, focused on headlines and live music and poetry readmore on law enforcement ings and a unique group of and running this county’s regulars always immersed jails. in conversation. The adThe new sheriff in town dress: 7003 North 58th Avhas brought quiet dignity enue. If anything can make and earnestness to an office you be glad to visit Glenthat could use it. David Leibowitz. (Photo dale, it’s Lisa’s coffee and courtesy Teen suicide rates conAdvisor Group) pastries. tinue to rise in Arizona. I shouldn’t be so hard To combat this epidemic, on Glendale. It’s the home of the best Speak Up, Stand Up, Save A Life has sports comeback story in the Valley. created a movement that empowers The Arizona Coyotes (full disclo- kids to take action if they sense a friend sure: the team is a client of mine) look is contemplating self-harm. primed for an NHL playoff run. The West Valley group will have its With elite goaltending from Dar- fourth annual conference in January cy Kuemper and Antti Raanta, smart 2020, introducing more than 4,000 game planning by coach Rick Tocchet kids to adult facilitators, school district and a lunchpail mentality up and down leaders, well-meaning police officers the roster, the Yotes look to be for real and experts in the field. this season. And no sport is better to Last year, more than 150 schools watch than playoff hockey. sent students, who in turn brought back Have you heard a ton about Mar- action plans and ideas that touched icopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone hundreds of thousands of lives.

Have you been to the City of Tempe lately? In my 25 years in Arizona, no city has evolved more in terms of look, lifestyle and stuff to do. Used to be, there was Mill Avenue, aggressive panhandlers, some Arizona State football games and dive bars. Now? Tempe Town Lake just turned 20, ASU looks to have copyrighted the word “innovation” and the downtown skyline is a panorama of cranes and high rises. If only all those kids didn’t make me feel so old. Finally, there’s this column’s most faithful reader – our executive editor Paul Maryniak. He’s cranky, gruff and he’d probably throw you off his lawn for no good reason, but newspapers need more Maryniaks and fewer empty suits. A tip of the cap to the guy who fields all my complaints. I hope you had a great holiday. If not? Hey, be thankful it’s over. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@ leibowitzsolo.com

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Impeachment: 'A Night at the Movies'

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BY THOMAS L. KNAPP Guest Columnist

The US House of Representatives soberly fulfills its constitutional obligation to investigate alleged wrongdoing by a sitting president, steadily building its case for that president’s impeachment. The Deep State schemes to remove a sitting president, trumping up (pun intended) supposed “high crimes and misdemeanors” and gaming a faux-constitutional “impeachment probe” to deny that president due process to which he’s entitled. Both of the previous paragraphs describe the same set of events. We’re living through them right now, and we’re in the grip of a second-level “Rashomon effect.” Per Wikipedia, that effect (named for a movie in which four witnesses offer contradictory descriptions of a murder) “describes a situation in which an event is given contradictory interpretations or descriptions by the individuals involved.” Extended to the audience, the effect plays out as two people watching the same film, each seeing it so different from the other, for all intents and purposes, they are “watching two different movies.” Both viewers are quite sure that their interpretations are correct, and it’s highly unlikely that they’ll come to any agreement as to what they both just objectively saw. There’s one thing that both viewers probably know, though: The House is going to vote to impeach because President Donald J. Trump's impeachment version of “Rashomon” is directed by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a student of Russian playwright Anton Chekhov. “If you say in the first chapter that there is a rifle hanging on the wall,” wrote Chekhov, “in the second or third chapter it absolutely must go off. If it’s

not going to be fired, it shouldn’t be hanging there.” When Pelosi announced the House impeachment inquiry on Sept. 24, she was figuratively hanging a gun on the wall of the House chamber, after twoand-a-half years of resisting impeachment talk and suppressing impeachment efforts in the House. Why? In addition to her theatrical acumen, Pelosi also knows basic arithmetic. She saw the votes were there to impeach. Someone was going to hang the gun on the wall. Someone was going to fire the gun. Pelosi could direct the play, or she could settle for a bit part (and probably lose her position as Speaker). If Pelosi’s the director of “Rashomon: The House Impeaches Trump,” Trump himself is both producer and leading man. He’s been begging for this role since before his inauguration. He commissioned the script, donated the props, and spent two-and-a-half years trying to get Pelosi to take the bait. He loves drama above all else and expects, based on experience, to profit politically from this production. You’ve got opinions on the impeachment process. I do too. We’re probably watching two different movies to at least some extent. But in our hearts, we both know how this movie ends: The House will vote to impeach Trump, probably before Thanksgiving (disclosure: I’ve got a small bet in a prediction market that it will happen before the end of the year). Coming soon: Trump returns as Colonel Nathan Jessup in “A Few Good Men: This Time It’s Senatorial.” Thomas L. Knapp (Twitter: @thomaslknapp) is director and senior news analyst at the William Lloyd Garrison Center for Libertarian Advocacy Journalism (thegarrisoncenter.org). He lives and works in north central Florida.

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Environmental protection rollback narrative is full of holes BY H. STERLING BURNETT Guest Editorial

The Environmental Protection Agency recently revised some rules governing oil-and-gas rig methane emissions. Environmentalists in Congress immediately cried foul, with U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., describing the proposal as a “horrifying blow” and U.S. Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-N.J., calling the policy “wildly irresponsible and reckless.” This fear-mongering falls apart under scrutiny. The proposed reform isn’t a “rollback” of vital environmental safeguards, as Sen. Schumer and his allies on the Hill would have us believe. It simply streamlines existing rules, making it easier for oil and gas firms to protect the environment while boosting energy production. Methane is a colorless, odorless gas commonly found in underground energy reserves. If leaked into the atmosphere, it can trap heat and contribute to climate change. That’s why both federal and state governments already regulate methane emissions. The EPA’s draft rule modifies the

2016 New Source Performance Standards, which regulate emissions at natural gas plants, well sites, and transportation stations. The proposal streamlines federal rules with existing state regulations and cuts redundant requirements. For example, firms would no longer be required to directly regulate methane -- since NSPS restrictions on harmful gases called “volatile organic compounds” are designed to simultaneously tackle methane emissions. By easing pointless, redundant compliance burdens, the proposal would make it easier for energy firms to continue reducing methane emissions. Consider that between 1990 and 2017, domestic natural gas production increased by more than 50 percent. During that same period, methane emissions from natural gas operations actually decreased by 14 percent. Similarly, production spiked 100 percent in Texas’ Permian basin between 2011 and 2017 and 130 percent in its Eagle Ford basin. At the same time, methane emissions dropped 40 and 70 percent, respectively.

These extraordinary achievements weren’t the result of bureaucracy or red tape. They stemmed from the private sector’s efforts to make energy operations cleaner and safer. Take the Environmental Partnership, a group of 65 energy firms committed to reducing methane emissions by leveraging the latest technology. During its first year, the partnership inspected 56 million parts on over 78,000 oil and gas sites. It also pioneered the use of optical gas imaging cameras, which detect methane leaks using thermal imaging. Energy firms clearly take environmental responsibility seriously. They also have a financial incentive to reduce methane emissions. Methane is the main component of natural gas, the

very product these energy firms try to harvest. Every cubic foot of methane that escapes into the atmosphere is a cubic foot that can’t be sold for profit. The frantic response to the new emissions proposal is nothing if not predictable. After all, the green movement has a stake in treating every new Trump administration environmental policy as an imminent threat to the future of our planet. But in the case of the EPA’s commonsense methane proposal, the activists have overplayed their hand. H. Sterling Burnett, Ph.D. is a senior fellow on energy and the environment at the Heartland Institute, a nonpartisan, nonproﬁt research center.

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Best friends open hot new Goodyear cafe BY LAUREN SERRATO

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Two women became best friends while working at a coffee shop in Phoenix; fast-forward three years to 2019 at the grand opening of Enroute Coffee & Tea House. Brittany Salazar and Deni Banach are co-owners of Enroute. Based on glowing Yelp reviews ("Great shop!," "Definitely my new favorite coffee shop!"), it's quite a "hot" coffee spot.. Salazar is an Arizona native, who said her dreams of owning her own business was always her ideal job. “You dream of it being you, owning a business, but when it really happens it’s incredible,” Salazar said. “I remember living in the West Valley when there wasn’t really anything out here, but now it is being built up and it’s exciting to be a part of that.” Banach moved to Arizona from Washington, where she met Salazar and their goal to open their coffee shop formed. “We’re not only a women-owned business, but we are also local and we really try to make everything to the next level,” Banach said. In order to promote their new business, the best friend duo turned to social media to help spread awareness about the small shop located in the Parkway Village Plaza, south of Estrella Parkway. On Instagram, Enroute has over 3,500 followers 10 months after opening and their Facebook account has nearly 2,000. As for their ratings, both Yelp and Facebook reviews indicate the duo gives a five-star service. “Honestly we just try to be ourselves,” Banach said, joking about their social media accounts. “We focus on personality and being relevant with what we see trending and keeping up with it.” In addition to maintaining an online presence, Salazar and Banach decided to partner with outside bakeries and coffee companies in order to provide various unique choices for their customers. “The products really are game

changers,” Salazar said. “We definitely try to make sure that, if we can, we source something that is local or from startups. It’s community and family, and that’s what we are.” Amongst the suppliers is the Boyer Bakery, a family-owned and -operated company. “We are so honored to have the opportunity to serve the community by partnering with the ladies at Enroute to provide our bakery goods in-shop on a daily basis,” Abby Boyer, with the Boyer Bakery, said. “We have loved collaborating with Enroute to make their shop just a little bit sweeter.” As for the customers, many are excited about Enroute’s original menu and the location. “The coffee is great, but my favorite is the lotus because of the energy boost it gives me before work,” Angelina Acero of Tolleson said. “It’s just really cool to see successful businesses opening in the West Valley.” After being open for less than a year, the owners admit to having obstacles along their journey to opening a coffee shop, starting with their inability to supply a quick drive-thru experience. “We understand we can’t win those people overlooking for the convenience of a drive-thru, but I think people come in for the conversation they’re able to have with us and the high-quality products,” Banach said. As for the name of the company itself, they decided to keep Enroute after buying the business from a couple who were truck drivers. “People don’t like change. We had a different name originally, but we kept Enroute and we love it, it’s us now. It wasn’t our identity but we have made it our identity now,” Salazar said. Moving forward, Salazar and Banach hope to see their business thrive in Goodyear as more people learn about Enroute. “Shop local. Give us a shot. We will work with you, and we really try to make this an experience,” Banach said.

Best friends Brittany Salazar, left, and Deni Banach opened a coffee shop in Goodyear. (West Valley View photo by Lauren Serrato)

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West Valley View Associate Editor

If you’re a hammer swinger, the West Valley is the place to be. Forget the old cornfields, rows of houses are sprouting in the old farmlands. K.B. Home is moving ahead with La Ventilla, on, you guessed it, La Ventilla Way near Sarival Avenue and Interstate 10. Kbhome.com says homes here are priced from $236,990 – $257,990, with amenities such as: • Commuter friendly; easy access to I-10, Loop 101 and Loop 303. • Community amenities include a pool, playground and walking paths. • Nestled in an idyllic natural setting near the Estrella and White Tank mountain ranges. • Close to shopping, dining and entertainment at Canyon Trails Towne Center. • Minutes to downtown. Not far away, on the northside of I-10, there is more construction going on, af-

ter a big real estate deal. According to officespace.com, a 24acre “high-density residential development site” near the southeast corner of Pebble Creek Parkway and West Virginia Avenue sold for $5.25 million. Expect a big project coming there soon. Down in south Goodyear, Gehan Homes has debuted an 89-lot neighborhood in Estrella by Newland. This is the builder’s second neighborhood in the Goodyear master-planned community and is the most recent to open in Lucero, the newest village in Estrella. According to a press release, houses here are in the 1,500- to 2,500 square feet range, starting in the mid-$200s. “As the managing developer of Estrella, Newland strives to bring builders with innovating designs and high-quality craftsmanship into the community. The newest neighborhood to join our lineup is no exception,” said William Olson, senior vice president and division manager for Newland Communities. “Gehan Homes is one of the largest private homebuilders in the United

States and has been creating award-winning homes for more than 25 years.” Gehan joins more than a dozen builders currently offering new homes in Estrella. Plans range from 1,220 to more than 3,400 square feet and begin in the low $200s. To learn more Daimler Trucks North America celebrated its 10th parts center with a ribbon cutting at its Goodyear location. (Photo courtesy about Estrella, call Daimler Trucks) 623-386-1000 or visit estrella.com. bution center. Estrella features more than 500 acres Located at 17017 W. Indian School of parks and open space including 72 Road, the 268,000 square-foot faciliacres of lakes. Estrella is also home to ty stocks more than 10,000 parts and a Nicklaus-design championship golf serves over 130 dealers in the southcourse, the Golf Club of Estrella. west. In another dozen years, the plan for Daimler Trucks North America LLC, Estrella calls for thousands of homes. headquartered in Portland, Oregon, That’s a lot of hammer swinging. produces and markets commercial veDaimler Trucks North America hicles under the Freightliner, Western recently held a grand opening for its Star and Thomas Built Buses nameGoodyear location, its10th parts distri- plates.

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Odyssey Middle School runs to championships BY GRIFFIN FABITS

West Valley View Contributing Writer

Buckeye’s Odyssey Middle School cross-country program ran the table at the Great Hearts Middle School League Championships on Nov. 9, with both boys’ and girls’ teams taking home first-place prizes. In the 2.1-mile run, Odyssey’s boys’ and girls’ teams finished ahead of 11 other schools in the Great Hearts League. Both cross-country teams finished in first place for the second time in as many seasons. Odyssey also had an impressive showing in the individual boys’ and girls’ races. In the boys’ race, eighth-grader Brayden Levander finished first out of 66 runners with a time of 12:00.39. Three other Minotaurs had top-ten finishes, including eighth-graders Dallin Snider and Curtis Cozzens and seventh-grader Raul Andrade. Two other Odyssey girls finish in the top ten of their respective race, including eighth-grader Ilaria Rodriguez and seventh-grader Aryana Lovett. In total, the Minotaurs had six runners medal, thanks to their top-ten finishes. Team scores are calculated through the times of the first five runners who complete the race and then added up. Odyssey’s boys finished with a team score of 36, well ahead of the next-closest school at 70. The girls narrowly won their race, with a score of 57 and Chandler Preparatory Academy trailing closely behind at 64. Head coach James Zavala and his assistant coach, Deanna Dechon, were impressed by what their runners achieved all season long. “We’ve been pretty consistent, boys and girls,” Zavala said. The Minotaurs began their season in August, starting it in a similar fashion to how they would end it. Their girls

Odyssey “ran the table,” scoring championships in the boys and girls cross-country races. (Photo courtesy of Odyssey Middle School)

won the ﬁrst meet – and every single meet afterward – and the boys, without their No. 1 runner Levander, just missed out on ﬁrst place. It marked the only meet the boys’ team would lose this season. So, come league championship time, the Minotaurs were strong favorites to repeat as Great Hearts League Champions, and they ran to victory. Zavala, now in his fourth year as the school’s cross-country head coach, credited the reason for his exceptional program to the work the kids put in the off-season months. “They’re very determined,” he said. “Even after the season, they go join

these club sports. We get them back and they’re even better than they were last year, without us even doing anything.” Dechon laughed, and said, “We really did keep getting lucky,” in reference to the constant talent ﬂowing through the program. Zavala, a college student working at his family’s company, discovered a love of coaching, and teaching, through his time working with the Odyssey cross-country teams, so much so he’s redirected his career plans around it. “I absolutely love it. I was wanting to be a police ofﬁcer, but being around

these kids all the time changed that. Now, I’m heading toward becoming a P.E. (physical education) teacher for middle school, so I can keep coaching. “I just love it so much.” And Dechon shares those sentiments, too, as working at a Scottsdale hospital makes for busy days and long commutes, but racing back to Odyssey after work “brightens up your day.” And it makes it even more enjoyable the Minotaurs established themselves as perennial contenders for the top school in the Great Hearts League. “They just keep getting better and better,” Zavala said.

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

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Wednesday

The Litchfield Park Historical Society Museum

Visit the Litchfield Park Historical Society Wednesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free and docents are available to provide a tour. The museum is located at 13912 W. Camelback Road. For large groups, please call 623-535-4414 or email office@lphsmuseum.org to request a special day and time. For information, visit lphsmuseum.org.

Junior Book Club (Ages 8-12)

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

Come and Play

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

Estrella Republican Club

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

Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner

Enjoy a Thanksgiving meal with neighbors from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Ruth Fisher Middle School Cafeteria, 38201 W. Indian School Road, Tonopah. All are welcome to join.

Needle and Thread

The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive in-

vites adults to bring a coffee mug and materials to join fellow crafters for needlework, knitting and crocheting at 10 a.m. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Pinochle

Join others in a game of cards from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. This free program is open to all Buckeye Senior Program participants. For information, call 623-349-6600.

Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at EOS Fitness, 15277 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are available. For information, call 1-800-733-2767.

Thursday

Al-Anon Stepping Stones

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

Fury Wellness at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program taught by a certified trainer from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. Thursday classes feature 25 minutes of functional fitness followed by 25 minutes of nutrition education. For information, call 623-349-6350.

Agua Fria Toastmasters

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

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

Old Pueblo Live Music

Listen to live music by Los Gringos, Jeordie or Cooper Sunrise starting at 6 or 7 p.m. every Friday night at Old Pueblo Cafe and Pub, 102 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park. The menu features delicious Sonoran-style Mexican food by chef Ernestina Borquez. For information, call 623-935-5059.

Saturday

St. Peter’s RePete Boutique

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

Hello Handmade Market

Shop for handmade home decor, accessories, clothing, vintage items, art, furniture, baked goods and more from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Copper Trails School, 16875 W. Canyon Trails Boulevard, Goodyear. Free to attend. For information on how to become a vendor, visit www.hellohandmademarket.com.

Festival Fields Park Grand Reopening

Celebrate the reopening of Avondale’s Festival Fields Park at 101 E. Lower Buckeye Road from 4 to 7 p.m. with sports activities, vendors, food, a DJ and fireworks display. New park features include a fishing lake, splash park, skate park, ball fields, restrooms, dog park and more. For information, call 623-333-2400.

Healthy Rhythms Drumming Circle

De-stress and learn music at Healthy Rhythms Drumming Circle at 1:30 p.m. at the White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is recommended as space is limited. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Paws for Reading

Preschoolers and school-age children can visit Goodyear Branch Library with a parent to practice reading with a registered therapy dog. The Paws for Reading program starts at 1 p.m. at 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 602-652-3000.

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starring California sea lions and skilled trainers at 11:30 a.m. in a pirate-themed exhibit at Wildlife World Zoo, 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.

Monday

Hope

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

Yoga at Fitness in the Park

Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will feature yogic postures, alignment and breathing on Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.

EON Business Monday Night Roundtables

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

Recycle Cooking Oil

The city of Avondale is teaming up with Mahoney Environmental to offer a free recycling program to reduce the amount of sewer blockages caused by cooking oils. Anyone can drop off cooking oils from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays at the Avondale Public Works Municipal Operations Service Center, 399 E. Lower Buckeye Road. This service will be available until the end of January 2020. For information, call 623-333-4402.

United Way Storytime (Ages 0-5)

Children can sing, listen to stories and make crafts at 10:15 a.m. at Avondale Civic Center Library, 11350 W. Civic Center Drive. The first 25 children will receive a free book to take home. For information, call 623-333-2602.

Craft it Up

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

Tuesday

Bingo

The American Legion Post 61 hosts Bingo Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m. These bingo nights have 18 games including Betty Boop, Quickie, Early Bird, Double Action and a $1,000 progressive game. Come down to 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, to support the area’s youth and veterans. For prices and information, call 623-932-4960.

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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 28, 2019 quilters to meet and work with Lunch and Bunco fellow crafters at 6:30 p.m. at the Come down to the Goodyear ComChrist Community United Methmunity Room at 14455 W. Van Buodist Church, 104 W. Western Avren Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for enue, Avondale. Free. For informalunch, Bunco and prizes. The cost is tion, call 623-935-1117. $15 for Goodyear residents and $18 for nonresidents. Participants can Sewing for Babies register by phone or in-person at Bring a sewing machine and equip3075 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. ment to join the volunteer Tolleson For information, call 623-882-7525. Community Interfaith Group in creating premature hospital clothStrong Workout ing, burial layettes, quilts and more at Fitness in the Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church Fitness in the Park is a free workout of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, program that will feature a high-in701 N. 95th Avenue, Tolleson. Free. tensity workout synced with music For information, call 623-936-3412. on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye Sundance Park, Estrella Toastmasters 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For Visit a Toastmasters Community information, call 623-349-6350. meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from Rick Harris 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. at the Southwest at The Wigwam Valley Chamber of Commerce, 289 Grab some food and enjoy live N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. Free. music by Rick Harris from 6 to 9 For information, call 602-391-5781. p.m. at the Red’s Bar and Grill loPiYo at Fitness in the Park cated in The Wigwam, 451 N. Old Fitness in the Park is a free workLitchfield Road, Litchfield Park. out program that will feature PiRick Harris is a singer/songwriter lates and yoga on Tuesdays from who performs original solo music 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Buckeye all over the Valley of the Sun. For Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower information, call 623-856-1094. Buckeye Road. For information, Needle and Thread call 623-349-6350. The Avondale Civic Center Library Adult Book Club at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive inStop by the Tolleson Public Library vites adults to bring a coffee mug at 9555 W. Van Buren Street for a and materials to join fellow craftlibrary book discussion from 12:30 ers for needlework, knitting and to 1:30 p.m. Free. For information, crocheting at 10 a.m. For informacall 623-936-2746. tion, call 623-333-2602.

Baby Time

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

Holiday Harmonies

The Estrella Mountain Community College Community Choir will kick off the holiday season with a free concert at 7 p.m. at Estrella Mountain Community College Performing Arts Center, 3000 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. The arts center is handicap accessible with ample free parking.

Preschool Art Studio

Litchfield Park Branch Library at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard invites preschool-age children to participate in an hour of art at 10:30 a.m. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Teen Volunteer Tuesdays (Ages 12-18)

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

Wednesday

More to Explore

Kids ages 6 to 11 can build structures, experiment, play games and make crafts at this interactive learning program from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. Free. For information, call 623-333-2601.

Silver Sneakers Exercise Program

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

Thursday

In Stitches

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

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Preschoolers Storytime

The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites preschool-age children to read books, sing songs and take part in activities at 11 a.m. Free. For information, call 623-936-2746.

Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study

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

Toddler Time

Help prepare children ages 2 to 3 for reading through music, books, games and more from 11:15 a.m. to noon at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.

Code Club

The Buckeye Downtown Library invites kids ages 8 to 12 to come to 310 N. Sixth Street at 5 p.m. to create games, websites and more. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6300.

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No pain, just gain: A dental treatment that avoids the drill BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Associate Editor

For those who think today’s kids have it too easy, with their cell phones and social media and apps that do all the work — this story might be just too much. A somewhat trendy treatment allows dentists to treat kids’ cavities without using a drill. Nor is a needle with painkiller required. Dentists are using silver diamine fluoride, or SDF, a liquid substance used to help prevent tooth cavities from forming, growing or spreading to other teeth. It’s important to note that SDF does not cure a cavity. But it can be used on baby teeth—or on children who have an intense fear of drilling. This year, Delta Dental of Arizona began reimbursing for SDF treatments. According to a press release, “Reports through June 30 show that 151 dentists within the Delta Dental network have used the trending treatment with more than 1,200 applications to patients.” Dr. Jeanette MacLean is no trend-follower. She is practically a pioneer in SDF treatment. MacLean, 43, has been at the same practice in Glendale since 2005. She said she treats patients across the West Valley - and beyond since she started a new technique. A few years ago, she started using SDF on children, primarily for two reasons:

1) As an alternative to children who would have to be put under with anesthesia to sit still for drilling; 2) Because SDF is far less expensive than drilling. MacLean said the second reason benefits parents who don’t have insurance — and the social network that helps cover low-income families. “I’m saving Medicaid hundreds of thousands of dollars,” the Glendale dentist said. “It’s a huge benefit to taxpayers.” The saving is striking, she added, when one considers a child terrified of a drill, who would need to undergo costly anesthesia to be treated. Instead, MacLean can painlessly paint SDF on the child’s tooth. Another keynote: The treatment is not aesthetically pleasing. “SDS turns teeth jet black,” MacLean said. And the color does not fade away. “It’s permanent until it gets covered with a filling or crown or the baby tooth falls out.” However, she added, there is no coloring in some cases. MacLean said she treated herself and her daughter with SDF. “It doesn’t stain healthy enamel,” she said. “My tooth has no stain. My daughter’s tooth only got one tiny little black dot in a groove that you could barely see. When she was a little older I placed a glass ionomer sealant over it so you can’t even see it anymore and now food can’t get stuck in the grooves

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so there’s no need to keep reapplying the SDF.” MacLean lives in Phoenix with her husband and two children, 7 and 9. The kids led her, though indirectly, toward, SDF. “My daughter had surgery as an infant and had to go under general anesthesia,” she said. “That made me better empathize with parents. “Before I had children of my own, it was almost annoying - ‘Why are they questioning anesthesia?’ Then, I became the person with all the questions.” Though she is a proponent of SDF, for her it’s a tool in her kit, but by far from the Dr. Jeanette MacLean used SDF on her own child. (Photo only option for every child. courtesy Dr. Jeanette MacLean) “It’s not a silver bullet. It’s another option for treating cavities,” ing kids tracking her down. MacLean said. “What’s unique is it’s Success stories? non-invasive. . . Patients I treat (with Oh, yes, she has a few. SDF) are young children who are unTasahli was 2 when his mother flew able to cooperate with typical surgical him from Oklahoma to see MacLean. treatment of tooth decay. “No other dentist in her state would “They would have to be sedated or offer anything but general anesthesia to have a scary experience. They don’t treat him,” MacLean said. “His name in have the coping skills of adults, so Chickasaw, his tribe, means ‘scream.’ having something non-invasive for “I feel his mother’s actions are a children is something that’s great to scream for change in the way we manhave. It’s also good for special-needs age caries in young children.” patients. Another patient population Speaking of screamers, Wyatt was are geriatric patients; often they’re on one of my MacLean’s first patients she so many medicines or medically com- treated with SDF in 2015 “to help him promised or have difficulty with surgi- avoid general anesthesia. cal treatment.” “He used to scream and cry even for Eager for that non-invasive option to a simple exam. We’re now BFFs.” surgical treatment (read: drilling), MaMacLean often uses the “bridge” apcLean had been doing following SDF’s proach, using SDF to stop a cavity’s entry into the marketplace. growth, then treating it after estab“It wasn’t available until 2015. I pur- lishing a trusting relationship with the chased it as soon as it was available,” young patient. she said. She referred to a 3-year-old she treatThe following year, the New York ed with SDF for a year to avoid sedaTimes featured MacLean in an article tion. on SDF. “She finally decided that she wantSince then, she has become some- ed ‘white teeth,’ and sat like an angel, thing of an SDF guru, giving lectures no sedation, no shots, and let me place “all over the place.” glass ionomer fillings,” MacLean said. The publicity and her speaking enDental...continued on page 27 gagements had parents of dentist-fear-

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The Wigwam will be aglow the day after Thanksgiving with the resort’s annual tree lighting, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29. In addition to a special visit from Santa, families will enjoy holiday crafts, live music, a kids’ play area, and treats for a sweet start to the season. Spread the joy of the season with a donation of new and unwrapped toys, stuffed animals, books, and games to the Toy Drive for Goodyear Firefighter Charities in partnership with Hilger’s Pediatric Dentistry and Hilger’s Ortho-

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The Tolleson Service Committee’s 37th-Annual Charles A. Landis Thanksgiving Day Dinner will be held from 11 am. To 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, at the Tolleson Union High School Cafeteria, 9419 W. Van Buren Street, Tolleson. Dinner is free and the public is invited. Traditionally, nearly 2,000 meals are served. Additionally, 150 takeout meals are available beginning at 1 p.m. for shutins. All of the food is donated. Student

volunteers from Tolleson Union High School District schools and adult volunteers have been part of the annual event for more than 19 years. This annual event is sponsored by the Tolleson Service Committee, founded in 1982. Committee members include Armando Morado, Adolfo and Tina Gamez, Henry Bustamante, Lupe Herrera, Mickie Diaz, Diego Espinoza, Freddie Villalon and Dr. Charles Landis. For additional information, or to volunteer to assist, contact Armando Morado at 602-810-5481 or visit tollesonservicecommittee.org.

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Dental...continued from page 24 Another success story: “The pregnant mother of a 2-year-old drove him four hours round trip from Yuma, multiple times, for SDF, SMART (silver modified atraumatic restorative treatment) and Hall Technique (another non-invasive treatment) to avoid IV sedation.” She only wishes she could get more kids — sooner. “Unfortunately, many kids get to us when it’s too late for minimal interventions, and the decay is already into the nerve or infection is present and sedation may be necessary. That is why it is critical for parents to bring their babies to the dentist no later than their first birthday, brush twice a day as soon as

the first tooth erupts, and practice good feeding habits and a healthy diet, limiting sugary and processed foods and beverages. Sipping and snacking all day and night, even on organic foods and breast milk, can contribute to severe early childhood caries,” MacLean said. She noted that one-third of children in Arizona have cavities by their third birthdays. “So waiting until they’re 2 or 3 or will ‘sit still’ is simply too late. The earlier you come, the better, and more likely to learn how to prevent problems in the first place,” MacLean said. “We recommend to see us before the first birthday.” Dr. Jeanette MacLean seems to be solidly in the right line of work. She loves talking teeth, sees “problem

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ISM presents autographed West Valley NAACP first event race car hood to veterans

The West Valley NAACP hosted a private screening of the movie “Harriet” at the Harkins Theatre. (Photo courtesy WVNAACP)

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ISM presented an autographed race car hood to the VA Medical Center. (Photo courtesy ISM Raceway)

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Julie Giese, president of ISM Raceway, presented Dr. Alyshia Smith, Interim Medical Center Director of Carl T. Hayden VA Medi-

cal Center, with an autographed NASCAR hood. The presentation took place Nov. 12, the day after Veterans Day, at the VA Medical Center in Phoenix.

The newly-formed West Valley NAACP (WVNAACP) launched by hosting a private screening of the movie “Harriet” at the Harkins Theatre Gateway Pavilion 18 in Avondale. The event was held Tuesday, Nov. 5. More than 250 West Valley residents attended. The WVNAACP provided a pre-movie informational session regarding their executive board and committee chairs; upcoming events; and how to enroll in membership for

the organization. “Based on the feedback received the WVNAACP will be hosting more events like this very soon,” said Aubrey Jenkins, of the WVNAACP. “The WVNAACP appreciates the customer service provided by Harkins Theatre and thoroughly appreciates the West Valley community support.” For more information, call 602-4564926, email wvnaacp2019@gmail. com or visit wvnaacp.com.

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Buckeye teacher wins Fiesta educational grant BY ERIC NEWMAN

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Bree Wallace, a teacher at Odyssey Preparatory Academy in Buckeye, was one of 200 educators in Arizona to win a $5,000 grant from the Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers Program. Wallace, a physical education teacher at the grade school, filled out an online application, citing her need for better quality and longer-lasting gym equipment. Every student at Odyssey takes physical education class every day, for 45 minutes. With about 500 students coming into the gym or playground daily, her equipment quickly wore down. She cited other equipment such as footballs – hundreds of kids throwing, catching and kicking daily will maim even the finest balls – and a limited

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Gina Godbehere, a prosecutor with the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office knows the importance of being proactive when it comes to youth suicide. “It’s the goal of going in early and trying to deal with the trauma and substance abuse and mental health at the onset when it very first starts and get the students the help that they need,” Godbehere said. Godbehere and Lily DeBlieux, Goodyear residents, co-founded Speak Up, Stand Up, Save a Life, a program with conferences educating the public about the signs of suicide and to help those who are struggling with mental health issues. Recently, the program was recognized for educating, empowering and saving lives of Arizona youth. The program started after a tragedy struck a West Valley school when Godbehere and DeBlieux realized there is a social problem and it needs attention. “We noticed this tragedy was similar to other tragedies that have occurred across Arizona and across the country where there are often times missed warning signs,” Godbehere said. (Godbehere chose not to share the name of the school, saying it could be insensitive to the families involved.) Together, DeBlieux and Godbehere managed to propel the program, garnering local and state recognition. WESTMARC recently presented the program the Best of the West Award for Quality of Life in Education. In addition, DeBlieux, who is the superintendent of the Pendergast School District, was given the Inspired Adult Leader Award by the Governor’s Office of Volunteerism. DeBlieux and Godbehere prefer to focus on young people who need help through the programs’ conferences. “Our focus was to make sure every student, teacher and parent understood the universal warning signs that a child could be in crisis.” The conference includes guest speakers and activities aimed at helping participants embrace its message. The conference’s goal is to empower youth and teach them the skills to recognize and deal with suicidal thoughts. It even puts youth in leadership positions to further empower them. In addition, the program also helps educators implement certain skills and encourage them to spread the program in

Speak Up, Stand Up, Save a Life conferencs offer support for students and educators who wish to learn the skills to help those who are showing signs of suicidal thoughts. (Photo courtesy of Gina Godbehere and Lily DeBlieux )

their own institutions and communities. “We’ve grown from 28 schools our first year to 156 schools last year,” Godbehere said. “After they go back, they’re supposed to implement the program and they can do it in any way they want,” Godbehere said. “They get to choose how they want to be creative to spread the word, and we try to connect them to the resources to get them the help that they need.” Helping young students who are struggling with mental health issues is not without its challenges. A common problem it encounters is people don’t know the signs of a troubled person and if they do, they don’t know how to help. “Many people don’t know the warning signs, or they don’t have the skills on how to deal with them,” DeBlieux said. “They really don’t know sometimes what to even say to a fellow student who is being bullied or says they’re attempting suicide.” Many younger students who do recognize that a person may need help are often scared to stand up and speak up. They can feel as though they are betraying a person’s trust or are afraid of them responding in a negative way. “One of the problems is we also tell people to mind your own business and not to be a tattletale, and there’s the saying ‘snitches get stitches’,” Godbehere said. “So can we have a conference where we can tell them that you’re not being a tattletale if a friend is in danger and you speak up for the right reasons and you get them help.” DeBlieux said students go through many pressures the previous generations didn’t. There are many academic and social expectations that can hinder their mental well-being, and that is why she believes proactive programs like this are necessary.

“It’s something that is very much needed,” DeBlieux said. “There’s so much going on with students nowadays, so we started this movement and we’re in our fourth year and it’s just blossoming all over the place because of the need.” Godbehere wants students to know they don’t always have to be happy and when they do feel depressed, they should seek help. She wants them to know they don’t have to face their problems on their own and there are resources to help them.

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“It’s OK to not be OK, so if you are struggling or you’re depressed, there are other kids out there that are just like you and it’s OK to ask for help,” Godbehere said. “We try to empower our youth to ask for help.” For her, the best part of the conference is watching its message break through the walls of the youth and begin to sink in. She enjoys when a student who needed help or knows someone who does, takes the skills they learned to help others. “The favorite aspect of the conference is seeing the kids embrace the message and wanting to be leaders in the community and wanting to help their classmates,” Godbehere said. “Just the love that’s spread in this type of conference and you could just be in the room and feel it and see now there’s an appreciation for the fact words can harm somebody.” “Our kids are worth every second we spend on helping them become the beautiful human beings they are, and they are becoming,” DeBlieux. “Invest in our kids. For more information, visit speakstandsave.com.

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Pebble Creek Rotary donates supplies to local school nurses BY CARRIE SNIDER

West Valley View Contributing Writer

It’s no secret schools struggle to keep enough supplies in the classroom to help students learn. But what about supplies for the school nurses? Lesser known but just as critical are items to be stocked and ready for the school nurse to use. When elementary students come to the school nurse and end up needing clean socks, underwear, shirts, pants, feminine supplies or other items, unfortunately, those things are usually in short supply. So the Rotary Club of Goodyear-Pebble Creek is stepping up to help. Last year, Rotary members heard from Litchfield School District Superintendent Jodi Gunning about the need, which prompted the Rotarian members to get to work. The Goodyear-Pebble Creek Rotary Club raised funds during its fall program and were able to put together several “emergency baskets.” These baskets consisted of several hundred dollars’ worth of supplies, including a variety of sizes of clothing plus feminine products, wipes, Neosporin, etc. “There really isn’t funding for that kind

of thing in schools,” said Rotary member Joan Smith. “We wanted to help.” Rotary members delivered the baskets to several Title 1 schools last year and the school nurses were overjoyed by the donated items. So the Rotary continued the tradition this year. It recently delivered emergency baskets to the following schools: Rancho Santa Fe Elementary, Dreaming Summit Elementary, Barbara B Robey Elementary, Corte Sierra Elementary, Wigwam Creek Middle School and L Thomas Heck Middle School. “It’s the little things that help,” Smith added. “We’ve always had a strong sense of purpose to help the underserved, especially children.”

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Creating ‘emergency baskets,’ the otary Club of Goodyear-Pebble Creek is gearing up for its annual holiday food delivery on Dec. 21.. (Photo courtesy Rotary Club of Goodyear-Pebble Creek)

Now, the Rotary Club of Goodyear-Pebble Creek is gearing up for its annual holiday food delivery on Dec. 21. They get food boxes together that include a full holiday meal of ham, fruit, vegetables, bread, eggs, cake mix, potatoes, butter, etc. They purchase items for a discount at Walmart on Estrella Parkway. From local schools, the Rotary re-

ceives names of needy families to deliver to. In addition, Rotarians have local teachers to help them pick out books for each child in the family to offer as a gift. Then they set up a delivery day. “All our members love delivering,” Smith explained.

One year, a Rotary member at a home delivery noticed that the family didn’t have a Christmas tree. So the Rotary member went home, got a tree and décor and toys, then returned to give them to the family. “Now that’s the true meaning of Christmas,” she said.

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A city of Goodyear event called Chalk Art in the Park was a big hit for kids — and parents who enjoyed watching the kids get creative. Held Saturday, Nov. 2, at Goodyear Community Park, the event featured professional artists giving tips and coaching kids.

Scores turned out, with chalk art supplies provided by Goodyear Arts & Culture. The event also featured live music and face painting. Chalk Art in the Park was a hit, as kids turned Goodyear Community Park into a great big canvas. (Photos courtesy city of Goodyear)

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REMODELING RESIDENTIAL SPECIALISTS FOR ALL YOUR RESIDENTIAL FOR ALL YOUR INTERIOR SPECIALISTS & EXTERIOR PROJECTS

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PROJECTS

Don’t let your broken panes... Break your bank!!! Mention this ad: Buy One Window Replacement Get the Second -1/2 OFF* Residential • Commercial

ROC# CR65 090690D

HANDYMAN

WHY PAY MORE? Mike 714-742-4527

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Your Custom Remodeling Specialist For All Your Home Improvement Needs!

623-933-4312 11126 W. Wisconsin Ave, #5 - Youngtown

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

623-308-2801

For Discount Coupons Visit www.AlbrechtandSon.com Listed HOA/PORA

deserttree.az@gmail.com INSURED

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

623.547.7521

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

• Fleas / Ticks • Bed Bugs

MITCH STEVENS OWNER-OPERATOR

• Roaches • Weed and Turf control • 6 month guarantee • Residential / Commercial

A REFERRAL IS THE BEST COMPLIMENT

Bus: 623 932 4168 Cell: 623 810 6035 Lic. #8555 ld.lmpest@yahoo.com

LANDSCAPING

PAINTING

PEST CONTROL

Landscape

602.301.3429 (Call/Text)

623.910.0742

ERIC SAUNDERS

BRUSH STROKE PAINTING

Residential, Commercial & Industrial Customers

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

POWER WASH • WINDOW CLEANING • CABINETS DRYWALL REPAIR • ACOUSTIC CEILINGS BRUSH/ROLL/SPRAY • INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly

602-722-7696

FREE ESTIMATES

Same Owners, Same Great Service!

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

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

MOBILE:

ROC Lic. #170982

PAINTING

BRANDENBURG PAINTING

Interior & Exterior Bonded & Insured ROC #123818

Free Estimates

623-972-9150 623-695-3390

Bob

PAINTING

Lawn Care

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

• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup

Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403

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

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

LANDSCAPING

• Tree Trimming

Serving Arizona Since 1976 • Locally Owned & Operated

brushstrokepaintingllc@gmail.com

Not a licensed contractor

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8 CE 19

“A Passion for Caring” The most experienced and compassionate home care service in the West!

L&M

PEST & WEED CONTROL

NO CONTRACTS • PAYMENT PLANS

★

★★C

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

www.acompassionatehomecare.com

HANDYMAN I AM HOME REPAIR L.L.C.

The Bug Stops Here

Not a licensed contractor

LANDSCAPING

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Mike - 623-764-1294 Eddie - 623-853-3402

YEARS

Kitchen & Bathroom • Designer Showroom

Licensed/Bonded/Insured Limited Liability Corp • ROC #155822 KB02

HANDYMAN

LANDSCAPING

Quality Attention to Every Detail

H Landscapes Save H BBQs H Hardscapes 10%se Purc500hasavin H Lighting gs * Upto H Mist Systems

Residential & Commercial, Big Properties

HandymanIam@cox.net

Painting, Remodeling and Construction

Outdoor Living Specialists

Not a licensed contractor

602-931-0904

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HG Builders, LLC

Landscape Maintenance Services

Licensed, Bonded, Insured • ROC 209166

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Jack Pacheco

PEST CONTROL

•No Job Too Small • Free Estimates

Free Estimates Jack Pacheco

MEDICAL SERVICES

Minnesota Ethics in an Arizona Economy

ALBRECHT AND SON

vistadelsollandscape@q.com vistadelsollandscape@q.com

LANDSCAPING

Garage Doors

623-225-1930

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

GLASS SERVICES

Repair • Service • Installation

BROKEN SPRINGS

References Available

Not a licensed contractor

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

ROC# 299652

Professional Handyman

ROC# 319202

Serving the West Valley Since 1990

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

602-422-3648 602-422-3648

*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY

Family Owned & Operated

SOL SOL LANDSCAPE LANDSCAPE

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

Over 25 Years Construction Experience

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

DEL DEL

We’Wree’ only a call away !

Mike (623) 764-1294

(623) 878-1180

GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

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

We’re on A-CALL A-CALL aa cacallllreawawonayaylyly PAINTING

623-512-6194

Family Owned & Operated In Arizona Since 1977 www.demersglass.com

623-932-1674 A+ REPAIR-SERVICE-UPGRADE GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES

Broken Springs Replaced

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

PAINTING

Interior & Exterior

FREE ESTIMATES

Jeff R. Saunders

602-826-3969 Mobile

Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded

Lic# 4147

PEST CONTROL

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

— 623-869-7378 — FHA/VA Inspections

Bed Bugs, Bees, etc.

Basic Pest Service

FAMILY OWNED

49-75

Lic. / Est. 1981

PLUMBING

55 DRAIN CLEANING

with Plumbing Inspection

Senior & Military Discounts

For All Plumbing Repairs

623-299-2637 Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC#216918 • 216982

CLASSIFIEDS

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 28, 2019

& SERVICE DIRECTORY PLUMBING

ROOFING

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

623-322-9100

Your leaks stop here! New Roofs, Repairs, Coatings, Flat Roof, Hot Mopping & Patching & Total Rubber Roof Systems

FREE ESTIMATES & MONSOON SPECIALS

SAME DAY SERVICE 30 Years Experience References Available

Licensed Bonded Insured ROC 286561

Senior & Military Discounts

AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!

PLUMBING

H&H

PLUMBING

Senior Citizen Discount 20 Years Experience Licensed • Bonded • Insured

™

30 OFF

49.95

Service

Water Heater Flush

100 OFF New Water Heater

Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 12/31/19

623-688-5243

www.theplumberguy.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 185143, 192987

TREE SERVICES Estimate Today! Best Prices! TREE TRIMMING REMOVALS STUMP GRINDING CLEANUPS

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

PLUMBING

We Do Everything!

601-596-4447

585 $ 4400

Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees

includes labor

623-444-0056 623-444-0056

Unclog Drains from Remodels • Repairs Leaks • Toilets Water Softeners Gas • Sink/Faucets

Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair ROC 233444 Licensed • Bonded • Insured

ROOFING

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

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

triplerpool@gmail.com

623-935-9221

Built Stronger to Last Longer

ROOFING LLC Member of ABM

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

623-873-1626 All employees verified Free estimates on all roofs 36 Years experience in AZ Licensed contractor since 2006

DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)

872-3047

Veteran Owned

Buckeye Plumbing

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

• Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks FREE Water Heater Flush

All types of roofing!

ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured

FREE Estimates

Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976

WATER TREATMENT

602-622-2859 623-936-5775

FREE ESTIMATES! 26 Years Experience in the Valley!

Bruce Fischer 623-404-2082 azturf.net UPHOLSTERY

ROOFING

Re-Roofs New Roofs • Repairs

TURF

PHILLIPS

ROC 223367 Valleywide CR 42 DUAL

“1 Call & We Do It All”

SENIOR DISCOUNTS •MILITARY DISCOUNTS

623-293-2648

Water Heaters from

TRIPLE WE DO IT ALL!

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

FREE ESTIMATES

Total Care Plumbing LLC $

Painting & More

35 Years Experience in the Valley

MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC

Your West Valley Plumber

Kitchens Concrete Flooring

EstrellaCustomDesigns.com

623-386-0710

POOL SERVICES

™

Additions Garages Patios

Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

PLUMBING

FREE SERVICE CALL

New Roofs & Reroofs

Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate

with Service call. Valley Wide Service

623-522-9322 Honest Locally Integrity & Veteran Value Owned

ROC#273001 • 0 STRIKES • INSURED & BONDED

• Water Treatment Specialists • Residential & Commercial • Water Heaters Sr & Military Discount • Slab Leaks FREE Water Heater Flush

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com

ROOFING Estrella Custom Designs

Buckeye Plumbing

623-385-9580

™

ROOFING

Veteran Owned

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

For All Your Plumbing Needs

phillipsroofing.org phillipsroofing@cox.net

with Service call. Valley Wide Service

623-386-0710

www.1buckeyeplumbing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051

2019 EXPEDITION XLT’s

+ 72

WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 28, 2019

FOR

BE$T PEOPLE - BE$T PRICES 7,030 TA X RATE LOWE$T BONUS CASH MOS.2

20% SAVINGS EST.

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ON SELECT FORD MODELS 1

2019 Ranger SuperCrew XLT 32,485 778 5,550

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ON SELECT FORD MODELS 1

SAVINGS

2019 FUSION SE FWD

25,115 1,409 2,920

EST.

SAVINGS

TMTM

20 20%%SAVINGS SAVINGS

MOS.2

ON SELECT FORD MODELS 1

2019 Ranger SuperCrew XLT 27,720 1,202 4,425

5,627

+6,328 + Earn

32,485 778 5,550

2019 EcoSport SECrew FWD4X4 2019F-150XLT -JONES -JONESFORD FORDDISCOUNT DISCOUNT

Earn

-JONES FORD DISCOUNT

COMPLIMENTARY COMPLIMENTARYMAINTENANCE MAINTENANCEthrough throughFordPass FordPassRewards Rewards

TMTM

GREAT SELECTION. GREAT 20 SAVINGS %

EST.

ON SELECT FORD MODELS 1

ON SELECT FORD MODELS 1 37,570 1,505 6,050

+12,256 + 53,730 4,006 8,250

-JONES FORD DISCOUNT

7,555

Earn

COMPLIMENTARY MAINTENANCE through FordPass Rewards 1

Earn

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

623.386.4429 | JONESFORDBUCKEYE.COM

5,627

COMPLIMENTARY MAINTENANCE1 through FordPass Rewards

RECEIVE A $ 10 FRY’S GIFT CARD WITH ANY TEST DRIVE.

No purchase necessary. One per person per household. While supplies last. Please present this advertisement to receive a $10 Fry’s Gift Card with any test drive. Must be 21 years or older and have a valid Driver’s License. See dealer for details. Offer expires 12/31/19.

1 MAINTENANCE throughFRIDAY FordPass Rewards OFFERS. COMPLIMENTARY YEAH ... IT’S BLACK

75,000 for diesel owners. Modem must be activated within 60 days of purchase through the FordPassTM app on a smartphone and remain active for at least 6 months after activation. Eligible on select 2019 MY vehicles. *Must finance and Qualify with Ford Motor Credit Company. 2Estimated savings includes an average dealer discount based on a sales survey of average discounts offered by Ford Dealers nationnaly. Discount may vary; Earn dealer determines prices. For all offers, take new retail delivery from an authorized Ford Dealer’s stock by 12/2/919. See participating dealer for complete details.

2019 EDGE SEL FWD 2019F-150XLT Crew 4X4

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1 COMPLIMENTARY COMPLIMENTARY MAINTENANCE throughMAINTENANCE FordPass Rewardsthrough FordPass Rewards

ON SELECT FORD MODELS 1

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20% SAVINGS 20% EST. SAVINGS

EST. EST.

-JONES FORD DISCOUNT

+ 72 7,030

APR

ON S

EST.

-JONES FORD DISCOUNT

ON ONSELECT SELECTFORD FORDMODELS MODELS1 1

27,720 1,202 4,425

FORD CREDIT FINANCING 24,245 614FOR FOR 4,415

2019 ESCAPE SE -JONES FWDFORD DISCOUNT

COMPLIMENTARY COMPLIMENTARYMAINTENANCE MAINTENANCEthrough throughFordPass FordPassRewards Rewards

2019 ESCAPE SE FWD

2019 EXPEDITION XLT’s

ON SELECT FORD MODELS 1

Earn

Ranger SE SuperCrew 2019 FUSION FWD XLT

5,029 12,256

BONUS CASH 5,029 COMPLIMENTARY MAINTENANCE through FordPass Rewards % 20 SAVINGS %

20 20

12,256

COMPLIMENTARY MAINTENANCE1 through FordPass Rewards

QUALIFIED BUYERS

ON ONSELECT SELECTFORD FORDMODELS MODELS1 1

24,245 53,730 614 4,006 4,415 8,250

53,730 4,006 8,250

ON SELECT FORD MODELS1 1

-JONES FORD DISCOUNT

% % EST. EST.SAVINGS SAVINGS

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BONUS CASH

-JONES FORD DISCOUNT

ON SELECT FORD MODELS 1

6,328 4,329

2019F-150XLT Crew 4X4

ON S

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EST.

APR FORD CREDIT FINANCING2 On Black Friday 11/29/2019 ONLY Ford Motor Company will be offering an Amazon.com E-Gift Card for this year’s Black Friday Event. Customer may elect to receive a Ford Black Friday FORAmazon.com E-Gift Card OR an equivalent Customer Cash Incentive to apply to the purchase of selected Ford Vehicles. Customers who purchase on 11/29/2019 will also receive an additionnal $500 Amazon.com Gift Card from Jones Buckeye. (Offer is limited and cannot be combined with any other offers or previous FOR transactions or purchases.) See Dealer for details. QUALIFIED BUYERS MOS.2

EST.

20% SAVINGS

Gift Card from Jones Ford! 0%a 500 Amazon + 72 7,030

32,485 25,115 778 1,409 5,550 2,920

% 4,329 20 SAVINGS COMPLIMENTARY MAINTENANCE through FordPass Rewards

2019 EXPEDITION XLT’s Get a $500 Amazon E-Gift card from Ford &

-JONES -JONESFORD FORDDISCOUNT DISCOUNT

Earn

ON SELECT FORD MODELS 1

-JONES FORD DISCOUNT

AMAZON SHOPPING SPREE!!

EST.

20% SAVINGS

BLACK FRIDAY ONLY!

20% SAVINGS

6,328

-JONE

COMPLIMENTARY MAINTENANCE1 through FordPass Rewards

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