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November 28, 2018
ISM Raceway, Abrazo some of the ‘Best of the West’ By Connor Dziawura
ISM Raceway, Abrazo West Campus and Cheryl Covert, Avondale’s economic and business development specialist, were among the many winners at the Western Maricopa Coalition’s (WESTMARC) annual Best of the West awards dinner at State Farm Stadium earlier this month. Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise, Buckeye Mayor Jackie Meck, Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord, Litchfield Park Mayor Thomas L. Schoaf and Sen. Sine Kerr were among the many elected officials and dignitaries who were present. More than 500 guests attended this year. Now in its 26th year, the event bestowed prizes in the categories of Economic Engine, Excellence in Innovation and Quality of Life Enhancement: Community and Education. Select dignitaries also received Regional Advancement, Inspiration in Leadership and President’s Choice honors. “Tonight we recognize and celebrate outstanding contributions to the image, lifestyle and economic development of the West Valley,” said Bobbi Magdaleno, ASU’s executive director of government and community engagement and WESTMARC’s board chairwoman. “It has been my honor and privilege to serve as WESTMARC’s chairman of the board for 2017 and 2018, and I extend my deepest appreciation to board members, committee members and the WESTMARC team for our most recent growth and success, including financial stability, improved processes, increased membership, increased PR and media exposure,
WESTMARC President and CEO Sintra Hoffman speaks at her organization’s annual Best of the West awards dinner. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)
and completion of the workforce strategy. Moving ahead, we have exciting plans to work with all of you as we increase our efforts to promote and brand the West Valley and all of our assets.” Founded in 1990, WESTMARC is a public-private partnership between 15 West Valley communities: Avondale, Buckeye, El Mirage, Gila Bend, Glendale, Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Peoria, Phoenix, Sun City, Sun City West, Surprise,
Tolleson, Wickenburg and Youngtown. In addition to merging the education and business sectors of the communities it serves, the Glendale-based organization sets forth three main goals: Promote the West Valley, enhance economic development and increase member value. Greater Phoenix Economic Council Senior Vice President of Business Develop-
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Avondale Aquaculture helps keep lakes healthy By Eric Newman
The city of Avondale is taking a nontraditional route to cleaning area lakes and ponds. Rather than resorting to chemicals to kill vegetation, Public Works is using tilapia. The fish are bred at the Avondale Aquaculture, which started operations in April.
Avondale Public Works has utilized tilapia to naturally clean water for years, but before the Aquaculture opened, public works bought the fish elsewhere for about $25,000. Now, with just a $9,000 investment – and a couple thousand more a year for maintenance – the Aquaculture sustains the program and fish are born organically.
“We were having to procure fish from out of state, and it was expensive, and we could only do it maybe once a year. It just wasn’t effective for us,” said Cindy Blackmon of Avondale Public Works. “This has made a huge difference.”
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Awards...continued from page 1 ment Brad Smidt, Arizona Association for Economic Development Executive Director Joyce Grossman, AZ Big Media Editor-in-Chief Michael Gossie and Phoenix Business Journal Managing Editor Patrick O’Grady judged the Economic Engine, Quality of Life Enhancement and Excellence in Innovation categories. WESTMARC’s board determined Inspiration in Leadership and Regional Advancement recipients, while President and CEO Sintra Hoffman made the President’s Choice. “Best of the West has always been my favorite event, and this is because we not only have the opportunity to recognize the amazing work that’s gone on in the West Valley, but also the amazing leaders and the people in this room,” Hoffman said. “And it’s great to see that we not only have these projects coming together, but the leaders are working side by side in tandem.”
Economic Engine Jon Howard, partner at Quarles & Brady and WESTMARC’s chairman elect, presented the Economic Engine award to ISM Raceway, which recently completed the ISM Raceway Project Powered by DC Solar and reopened earlier this month for the Can-Am 500 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. The city of Surprise Railplex was the runner up. According to WESTMARC’s official criteria, Economic Engine winners must “have created a significant economic outcome and/or job creation for the West Valley.” Also nominated in this category was
EPCOR’s Agua Fria Operations Center in El Mirage.
Excellence in Innovation Neil Terry, partner at Orcutt | Winslow and WESTMARC Executive Committee member, presented the Excellence in Innovation award to the city of Surprise AZ TechCelerator’s Global Concierge Services Program, which aims to reduce upfront costs, risks and obstacles for international businesses expanding to the United States and recently became one of 31 members of the International Business Incubation Association’s (IaBIA) Global Soft Landings Network in more than eight countries. The Speak Up, Stand Up, Save a Life Conference was the runner up. According to WESTMARC’s official criteria, Excellence in Innovation winners must “have demonstrated an innovative concept” to “fulfill a need for West Valley residents” and/or “preserve the West Valley’s assets or resources.” Other nominees in this category were EPCOR; Digital Forward; Bully Blocker, Yasin Silva and Deborah Hull; Peoria’s Traffic Engineering and Police; the ISM Raceway Project Powered by DC Solar; and Goodyear’s Franklin Pierce University.
Quality of Life Enhancement According to WESTMARC’s official criteria, Quality of Life Enhancement: Community and Education winners must “have enhanced the quality of life for West Valley residents.” Tony Pereira, vice president of the Arizona Cardinals’ stadium operations, presented the Quality of Life Enhancement: Community award to Abrazo West Campus, which recently debuted
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Herman Orcutt is WESTMARC’s 2018 Inspiration in Leadership. (West Valley View photo by Pablo Robles)
Peoria Mayor Cathy Carlat presented Sharon Harper, president, CEO and co-founder of Plaza Companies, with the Regional Advancement award. According to WESTMARC’s official criteria, the Regional Advancement recipient must have “strengthened and transformed the West Valley’s position for economic growth.”
Inspiration in Leadership Joe La Rue, president and CEO of Sun Health, WESTMARC Executive Advisory Board member and last year’s Inspiration in Leadership recipient, presented Herman Orcutt, retired founder of Orcutt | Winslow, owner of HZ & P Consulting and WESTMARC Executive Advisory Board member, with the 2018 Inspiration in Leadership award. According to WESTMARC’s official criteria, the Inspiration in Leadership recipient must “(serve) as an example of extraordinary leadership to others.”
President’s Choice Hoffman presented Cheryl Covert, employment and business development specialist for the city of Avondale, with the President’s Choice award. Covert is only the second recipient of the award, which was created last year. According to WESTMARC’s official criteria, the President’s Choice recipient must have “served as an example
of extraordinary leadership by going above and beyond in their contribution to WESTMARC.” They must also have “been recognized by their WESTMARC peers for contributions that advanced the Committee’s work in an exceptional manner and increased member value for the organization.”
West Valley Youth Leadership Scholarship In addition to the awards, Michelle Hess, executive director of Leadership West and Buckeye councilwoman, presented Alexis Killian with the West Valley Youth Leadership Scholarship. Killian will receive $1,000. Killian, an ASU student, will use the scholarship to further her dream of becoming a commercial pilot, she said. She intends to earn a degree in professional flight. Created from a partnership between Leadership West and WESTMARC and administered through the latter’s Education and Workforce Committee, the West Valley Youth Leadership Scholarship is intended “for graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated leadership qualities and who plan to attend a college, university or postsecondary vocational school physically located in the West Valley,” Hess explained.
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Avondale makes a difference for United Way campaign By West Valley View staff
Avondale employees pledged $111,105 toward the Valley of the Sun United Way, as part of the city’s month-long United Way employee fundraising campaign this year. With nearly 70-percent employee participation, Avondale has been recognized by the Valley of the Sun United Way as the No. 1 giving municipality in percentage of employees contributing. It has also been a top campaign participant for the United Way in the category of 500 to 999 employees for its fundraising efforts Valleywide for multiple years. Raising dollars for the Valley of the Sun United Way is an important part of the city of Avondale’s culture of giving. Avondale employees set a high goal for contributions and have consistently exceeded that goal. This year is no different, exceeding last year’s pledge of over $104,436. “Avondale employees recognize that their contributions are helping to bring needed resources to the most critical human care needs in the community,” said Charles Montoya, Avondale city manager. “Whether it’s providing additional help for homeless shelters and food banks, enhancing literacy and youth development programs, and ensuring that basic medical and dental care are available to the working poor – Avondale’s contribution makes a difference.”
Volunteers needed for marathon By West Valley View staff
The 5th Annual Buckeye Marathon “Race to the Runway” is December 8 and features a half marathon, 10K, 5K and family fun obstacle course. Volunteers are needed to assist with check-in, staffing water stations or the Kid’s Zone, distributing medals and so much more. Individual and group volunteering is available. All volunteers receive a free lunch and T-shirt, plus they get to experience the premier West Valley event firsthand. The Buckeye Marathon serves as a Boston/National Qualifier on a USATF Certified Course. Proceeds from the Marathon will benefit the Buckeye Youth Council Scholarship Fund, providing the opportunity for local children to participate in recreational activities throughout the city. For a complete list of volunteer duties and to sign up online, visit signupgenius.com/go/ 10c084aa4ad2fa4f94-2018, or contact Adam Melle at 623-349-6350 or amelle@buckeaz.gov. For more details on the Buckeye Marathon, visit buckeyemarathon.com.
Aquaculture...continued from page 1 Tilapia eat just about anything they can get their tiny mouths on. Blackmon calls them “about as hearty eaters as any fish.” Avondale Environmental and Public Programs Supervisor Les Miller and his staff spend about an hour a day caring for the thousands of tilapias at the Avondale Aquaculture. They are tasked with ensuring the regenerating water cycle in the indoor tanks is working, and that the fish are safe and healthy. “I’m just making sure the fish are fed, the water is clean, and the system is functioning properly,” he said. This allows for healthier, more livable water for other fish. The tilapia is used for recreational purposes as well. Once the tilapia mature, city workers stock the lakes surrounding Crystal Gardens near 107th Avenue and McDowell Road with the fish. The program provides fish immediately to Public Works, instead of relying on other hatcheries’ schedules and facilities that may delay delivery. “The improvement for us is now we’re able to time the stocking of the treatment cells when we really need it, so we’re not relying on other fish
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transparency. The highest-ranking cities in the survey showed great strides in leading the nation when it comes to leveraging data to improve a wide range of city services and initiatives. Avondale received eighth place honors in the 75,000 to 124,999 population category. Winners were honored at a special awards ceremony held during the recent National League of Cities annual conference hosted in Los Angeles.
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Sexual exploitation suspect Kroger to phase out plastic bags at all its grocery stores over 7 years arrested in Avondale By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
A 59-year-old Avondale resident was arrested November 14 on an outstanding warrant of eight counts of sexual exploitation of a minor and dangerous crimes against children. John Pappas was arrested at 7 a.m. and booked into the Fourth Avenue Jail after a Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Cyber Crimes Unit and Arizona Attorney General’s Office’s investigation. The two organizations initiated an online investigation April 13 into the potential sexual exploitation of minors. Using several techniques, they obtained information about the downloading and sharing of large amounts of child pornography over the internet. MCSO detectives executed a search warrant of Pappas’ home in the 11300 block of West Hubbell Street at 6:30 a.m. May 17. Pappas confessed to the allegations, but technicians couldn’t find evidence on his computers. Forensic examiners were later able to extract images from Pappas’ overwritten hard drive.
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Braille U.S. flag gives the blind a patriotic feel By Coral Moon-Lewis, Esther Lloyd and Flora Conley
The Copper State Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution gave a braille United States flag to Tom Hicks of the Phoenix VA Health Care System on November 7. Copper State Chapter members from Litchfield Park made this presentation after learning about Hicks and his service to his country and community. Hicks serves as Advanced Low Vision Clinic supervisor and Vision Impairment Services Team coordinator. The 8-by-10 color version of the braille American flag is produced from a lightweight tactile plastic that durably maintains the raised colors, stars, stripes and Braille dots to give nonsighted individuals a sense and feel of the American flag. It also includes the Pledge of Allegiance in braille superimposed on the stripes. Copper State Chapter also presented Hicks with braille copies of the preamble to the Constitution and the Star-Spangled Banner lyrics. Hicks began losing his sight in 1996, while a captain in the U.S. Army and assigned to military intelligence at Fort Huachuca. After about 18 months he was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a genetic disorder which causes loss of vision. In November 1997, after 13 years of meritorious military service, Hicks medically retired from the Army and began rehabilitation to adjust and cope with his diagnosis. For the next nine years Hicks earned two master’s degrees and went through additional stints in rehab and several jobs, including some in vision impairment programs. After his first master’s in business administration in 1999 and having difficulty finding a position, Hicks pursued a career in vision rehabilitation. In 2006 he completed a master’s degree in vision rehabilitation and applied for a job at the Vision Impairment Services Team. Hicks said the team saved his life. He explained many veterans come to the Advanced Low Vision Clinic unaware they are considered legally blind. Accepting this diagnosis can be difficult and emotional, he said. Hicks didn’t accept his diagnosis until he ran into a concrete pole. As a blind veteran for more than 20
years, he counsels other visually disabled veterans and sets up individualized programs to meet their needs. Hicks has continued to help those in the blind and visually impaired community. He formerly served as president and vice president of the local chapter of the Blinded Veterans Association; formerly served under Govs. Janet Napolitano, Jan Brewer and Doug Ducey on the Arizona Governor’s Council on Blindness and Visual Impairment; and serves on the board of directors of the Foundation for Blind Children, a nonprofit serving all Arizonans with blindness and other disabilities. While working with the Foundation for Blind Children, they hiked the Grand Mary Chapman, Flora Conley, Coral Moon-Lewis and Esther Lloyd, of the Copper State Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, give a braille American flag to Tom Hicks. Canyon rim to rim in one (Photo courtesy Copper State Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution) 15-hour trek in 2010 and set world records climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in 2009. He owns Arizona Blind Dragon Martial Arts MORE HD CHANNELS, school in Gilbert where, as a fifth-deFASTER INTERNET AND gree blackbelt, he and four other blackbelt instructors teach karate to 30 stuUNLIMITED VOICE. dents. However, Hicks’ passion is the Ad• Speeds up to 60Mbps vanced Low Vision Clinic. He wants • Unlimited data – no data caps veterans with vision issues to be aware of the clinic’s services. At the clinic, SPECTRUM INTERNET™ AS LOW AS veterans may receive training in vision rehabilitation, low-vision skills, mobility instruction and evaluation for devices that may help to enhance vision /per mo. and travel. Psychosocial counseling for 12 mos when bundled* for adjustment to low vision or blindness is also available. For more information contact the Vision Impairment Blazing fast Internet is available and can be yours with Spectrum Internet™ With speeds starting at 60 Mbps Services Team coordinator at 602-2775551, ext. 7236. SPECTRUM TRIPLE PLAYTM 125+ CHANNELS To purchase a braille American TV, INTERNET AND VOICE flag, there’s a minimum $5 donation, and a portion of all proceeds goes to UP TO 60MBPS the Blinded Veterans Association. To learn more about the braille flag or UNLIMITED CALLING from to order one, visit the Kansas Braille Transcription Institute’s website at CONTACT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED RETAILER kbti.org or call 316-265-9692. To learn more about becoming a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Copper State Chapter, contact Esther Lloyd at 623-876-2062.
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Buckeye Police K-9 Ivan dies EMCC hosts Skilled Trades
Expo on December 1 By Niki D’Andrea
Buckeye Police Department K-9 Ivan was wounded during the pursuit of a bank robbery suspect in 2013. (Photo courtesy Buckeye Police Department)
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
Retired Buckeye Police Department K-9 Ivan, a Belgian Malinois from Holland who survived a gunshot wound in a 2013 pursuit of a bank robbery suspect, died recently at age 14. Ivan served BPD for seven years as a patrol and narcotics K-9. Over the years, Ivan and his handler logged many suspect apprehensions and drug recoveries. “The K-9 program in police work is invaluable. A human being cannot do the same thing as a K9,” Buckeye Police Chief Larry Hall said. “While I am sad at the death of Ivan, I am comforted knowing he was an in-
tegral part of helping keep the citizens of Buckeye safe for many years.” Ivan took first place in the narcotics detection category in the 2011 Desert Dog K-9 Trials. In 2013, Ivan was shot and wounded in the line of duty while apprehending a bank robbery suspect and protecting his handler and the five other officers on scene. He returned to work two weeks later. He was honored with the Purple Heart at a Buckeye City Council meeting for his service and injuries. Ivan retired in 2014 and spent the rest of his days at his handler’s home as a beloved family member.
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Estrella Mountain Community College will host its second annual Skilled Trades Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, December 1, at its satellite location in Buckeye. The Skilled Trades Expo is free to attend and open to the public. Students, community members and businesses will be on hand to learn about and share information on job openings, job training, and internship and apprenticeship opportunities for careers in energy, construction and advanced manufacturing. More than 250 attendees and 30 to 40 business exhibitors are expected this year, according to Trineka D. Greer, public relations and marketing manager for EMCC. She said the college’s most popular skilled trade educational programs include the power plant technology and industrial manufacturing and emerging technologies Associates of Applied Science degree programs. “More specifically, mechanical and electrical systems technology certificate of completions (CCL) provide training for systems found in commercial and industrial facilities. These programs focus on maintenance and operations for power generation and industrial technologies,” Greer said. “This is achieved through applied learning and hands-on training that occurs in industrial training labs using state-of-the-art equipment.” Visitors to the EMCC Skilled Trades Expo can see various skilled trade fields in action, including watching onsite demonstrations and taking tours of the West-MEC Energy & Industri-
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al Training Facility. Current industry partners for the event include WestMEC, WESTMARC and the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station. There may be opportunities for onthe-spot interviews, so candidates are encouraged to bring resumes and to dress appropriately for an employment interview. In addition to providing possible job opportunities, Greer said the goal of the expo is to “introduce and expand awareness about careers in energy, manufacturing and construction.” “There is an increasing demand to fill jobs in those trades locally and throughout the state,” Greer said. “The expo will connect industry, tradespeople, and education partners at one event to help prepare the communities we serve for workforce success and continuous learning. This is an opportunity for our students, job seekers, and community to network with various skilled trades professionals and learn more about current and future career opportunities.” The Estrella Mountain Community College Skilled Trades Expo takes place at EMCC at West-MEC Southwest Campus, 500 N. Verrado Way in Buckeye. Attendees can register for the event at eventbrite.com/e/skilledtrades-expo-tickets-51782777682.
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Liv, Rockefeller unveil new The Halal Guys grand opening communities in Goodyear, Phoenix set for December 1 in Avondale By West Valley View staff
Liv Communities and Rockefeller Group partnered for a pair of new communities. One is in Goodyear. (Photo courtesy Madrid Media)
By West Valley View staff
Liv Communities and development partner Rockefeller Group unveiled the newest Liv community, located at 15361 W. Virginia Avenue, near Pebble Creek Parkway, October 24. A day earlier, local dignitaries and project team members were on hand for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Liv North Valley, located at 31113 N. North Valley Parkway and the extension of the Loop 303 freeway in Phoenix. Representing a capital investment of more than $100 million, the pair are the seventh and eighth Liv communities completed in Arizona and Michigan. Six of those communities are in Arizona, three of which are in partnership with Rockefeller Group. “We don’t just build buildings, we design communities where people connect and build meaningful relationships,” said Bill Fettis, partner, Liv Communities. “Sustainability, technology, wellness and community form the roadmap for our neighborhoods” Liv North Valley features 385 units covering 490,000 square feet. Liv Goodyear comprises 326 units covering 400,000 square feet. Both communities offer luxury apartments in two- and three-story buildings. Each community maintains 24/7 amenities, including over-sized and well-appointed gyms. Amenities include The Hub (a high-tech clubhouse), Liv Well (onsite personal training and group fitness), indoor and outdoor community entertainment and recreation, saltwater heated pool and spa, and walking paths. “The Liv brand has been enthusiastically welcomed into the markets where we have built,” said Heidi Arave, vice president, Liv Multifamily. “The first Liv community, Liv Avenida, was in-
troduced to the Valley in Chandler in 2012 and right away we demonstrated that we deliver on our promise to help people Liv fuller lives. “Awareness of our brand has grown quickly and we are proud of the reputation we’ve earned. As for our newest developments, we are very happy with the feedback on both communities from our customers and new residents,” Arave said. According to CoStar, the North Phoenix and West Valley submarkets are a major draw for renters because of the many nearby jobs and they remain relatively affordable. Arave said the demographics of Liv residents range from millennials to retirees. Luke Air Force Base also provides a strong base of residents at Liv Goodyear, she said. Jamie Wessels, property manager at Liv Goodyear, said that community has helped bring density and quality to the West Valley city. “Liv Goodyear has really been welcomed to the West Valley,” Wessels said. “They are grateful for a Class A community with 24-hour amenities. The servicemen and servicewomen at Luke like the flexibility. It has also helped support the existing retail businesses located nearby. The more residents, the more need for goods and services.” Liv Communities feature a community garden, bark park for residents’ dogs, and sand volleyball court. They are both smoke-free communities. Liv North Valley also offers their residents a playground. “It takes a great team to take projects like these from vision to reality,” said Daniel Moore, president and CEO of Rockefeller Group. “We’re proud to be partners with the team at Liv in the development of these communities.”
New York’s famous food cart, The Halal Guys, will open its fifth Arizona location on Saturday, December 1, at 10277 W. McDowell Road, Suite 100, in Avondale. The grand opening festivities include a complimentary entrée for the first 100 people in line at 11 a.m. Celebrations will continue until 3 p.m. with a hot sauce eating con- The Halal Guys’ menu of gyro sandwiches and and rice platters will soon be available in test, promotions and giveaways. chicken Avondale. (Photo courtesy The Halal Guys) In addition, any guest who donates cans to the canned food drive to was my first home in the states,” Ahmed benefit St. Mary’s Food Bank can re- said. “Having the ability to introduce ceive a “buy one, get one” sandwich more Arizonans to The Halal Guys or platter special. Guests who bring a and the food we serve is so exciting to canned food tem and buy an entree will experience and hits close to home. We receive one free entree (of equal value) look forward to getting to know the loevery month through October 2019. cal community and giving back during Operating franchisee AJ Ahmed ex- our food drive in Avondale.” pressed excitement at bringing The HaThe Halal Guys in Avondale will be lal Guys menu of gyro sandwiches and open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday chicken and rice platters to Avondale. through Thursday, and from 10 a.m. “Although The Halal Guys continues to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. to grow rapidly, each Arizona location For more information, visit thehalalwill always be extra special to me as it guys.com.
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Goodyear councilwoman disputes letter about new judge Editor:
The city of Goodyear recently announced the selection of its new municipal judge, Mayra Galindo. While many residents are looking forward to the experience she will bring, along with her commitment to public service, I am surprised one resident doesn’t feel that way. In a November 22 Letter to the Editor, Goodyear resident Chris Howard suggested the selection process for Judge Galindo was biased, stating that she and I worked together previously and went to college together. This is simply not true. The first time I met her was this past October during the judicial selection process. I graduated from the University of Arizona seven years before Judge Galindo. In addition, I previously worked at the Phoenix City Prosecutor’s Office while she worked at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office; two completely separate organizations. Mr. Howard also suggested that other candidates were more qualified than Judge Galindo. This is also not true. The city of Goodyear has put in place a solid recruitment process that guarantees only the most qualified candidate is selected for any given position. In this case, an independent Judicial Selection Committee (JSC) comprised of two judicial members and three citizens of Goodyear reviewed 32 applicants. They selected four of those candidates for council consideration. After an extensive review and discussion, Judge Galindo was unanimously selected for her demonstrated qualifications, temperament and commitment to her profession. Finally, Mr. Howard states that Judge Galindo knows nothing about this community. While she will be new to Goodyear, what she knows about is the rule of law. That is why she was chosen. I am confident our residents will welcome her to our great city and give her a chance. That’s what makes Goodyear great. I thank Mr. Howard for his passion for the judicial selection process. I
hope he, and all Goodyear residents, continue to be engaged with what happens in local government. We are a better city because of our residents. Be reassured, be confident, that what’s best for Goodyear is always the top priority, and is at the heart of all the decisions we make as your city council. Councilwoman Sheri Lauritano Goodyear
Gun control vs. nut control Editor:
With the number of mass shootings this year, one wonders what motivates a person to do such a thing. A person like this should never own a weapon. Although a gun can kill a lot faster and more efficiently than, say, a knife, hammer, etc., it still takes a mentally unstable person to do such an act. I for one do not want to give up my constitutional right to bear arms. I want to protect myself and others from the “nut with a gun.” However, I agree with more gun control screening to weed out the nuts. But this will not stop criminals, the mentally disturbed, etc., from acquiring guns. Usually, illegal weapons are obtained by the purchase of stolen guns, weapons, etc. In conclusion, we don’t need gun control, we need better nut control. Taking guns from normal people only inhibits their ability to protect themselves and their loved ones from a wild, crazed mass shooting nut. The shooter in the last bar shooting could have been stopped before so many lives were lost. The armed officer who lost his life had a gun but didn’t use it in time to save himself or others. If another patron had had a gun, he might have been able to stop the shooter with less loss of lives to the innocent. If someone points a gun at you, they might as well use it. However, if a crazed shooter knows that others around him are armed, he may have second thoughts. If not, then another person with a gun could stop him from taking innocent lives. Americans have the right to bear arms and protect themselves and their families. Therefore, the focus should not be on gun control but on nut control. P.S. Maybe we should apply nut control screenings to our politicians.
It seems like a logical approach considering what has been going on with them. Maybe we should rename the “White House” to “Nut House.” Dennis Wood Goodyear
Weep for our country
Editor: On November 11, The Atlantic published an article by Edward Isaac Dovere, staff writer and former Washington correspondent for Politico. He based the article on an interview with Nancy Pelosi and contributed his own observations. After a throwaway line that Pelosi reluctantly doesn’t want to go there, he sadly showcased the difference between Democrats and Republicans, as Democrats take over the House. Citations from the article are in brackets. [Since Election Day, Pelosi has been in touch with Adam Schiff, Jerry Nadler and Elijah Cummings, the incoming chairs of the Intelligence, Judiciary, and oversight committees, respectively, which will be the core of the House Democrats’ aggressive investigation of the administration. She’s also brought in the chairs of other committees, like Financial Services to track potential money laundering and Homeland Security to look into election integrity. Staffers have been meeting weekly since early last year, coordinating strategy and communications in the minority, and
those meetings will now be amped up as they try to find connections between oversight and proactive policy moves on climate and other legislation.] Also, [“Recognize one point,” Pelosi told me during an interview in the conference room of her minority-leader suite in the Capitol late Friday: “What Mueller might not think is indictable could be impeachable.”] The author questions Pelosi on whether or not Trump is stable… More never-Trumper fake news follows a formula: Pose a question and then report on it. Pelosi confirmed this strategy in a video making the rounds on Twitter. The author’s points are not facts but musings about Trump including his motivations, intelligence and sanity… Clearly not derivative of his accomplishments. Trump is clearly disturbed by the behavior of these so-called journalists and is so fed up he is not attempting to be balanced in his treatment of them. They demand he conduct press conferences the way they want them conducted. Trump should just not do press conferences. He would not be the first president to adopt that strategy of dealing with a media clearly aligned to bring down the president. [Pelosi said people should pray for the country as long as Trump is in charge. She’s not sure of his mental condition. She thinks he’s degraded the Constitution and American values.
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Letters...continued from page 10 She says the intelligence assessments are indisputable in showing that Russia interfered in the 2016 election. She thinks the firing of Jeff Sessions and the appointment of Matthew Whitaker as acting attorney general in a clear move against the Mueller probe “is perilously close to a constitutional crisis.”] Note the key word in this view is “thinks.” Then, she added that’s not enough. [“You have to have evidence, evidence of the connection. Everything’s about the connection,” Pelosi explained. “Maybe there’s something else in his tax returns. Maybe there’s something that’s beyond the special counsel’s scope. Maybe there’s something Trump has yet to do.” “That’s why we want to see the documents,” Pelosi said. “Because we’re seeking truth. We’re seeking truth for the American people about the integrity of our elections, and honoring the Constitution.”] Now this is what is called a fishing expedition. It is a formula for dysfunctional government focused on power struggles, rather than improving the country for its citizens. This compares very unfavorably with what Trump has focused on and what he has accomplished for the country. It is also the type of behavior that divides the country, including families. Couple this with the violent behavior as exhibited by Antifa and you have all the elements you need for 1960s-style CORRECTION In the November 14 Business Briefcase column, it should have said Yvette Cooke is the sole owner of UCreate Art Center.
violence with pitched street battles, bombings, bank robberies, kidnapping and murder. Here’s a big problem… These musings are based on prejudicial suspicions where presumed motivation is as good as actual transgressions. The standards of guilt are similar to lynch mobs. Democrats and the agenda-driven news media are seriously engaged in this travesty of civility. [“Democrats will argue that the president never did anything but big talk and tweets.”] This showcases the shallow arguments used by never-Trumpers. Somehow they think repetition of characterizations of Trump’s actions and motivations, which are merely expressions of their bigotry, will resound as truth to independents, since never-Trumpers need no evidence. Feelings suffice for them. Logic and reasoning winds up in the roadside trash receptacle. Arthur F. Laramee Surprise
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Cornerstone development not in Litchfield Park’s best interest By Philip Houck
I am opposed to the September 26, 2018, Litchfield Park rezoning proposal as well as GPA 18-02 because I do not believe the city’s best interests will be served by granting the requested concessions to JDM. The city of Litchfield Park exists to promote the general welfare of its citizens for the long term. Money is required to make the government function; this money is generally obtained by tax revenues. The requested change to the city’s general plan as well as to its zoning will adversely affect the long-term tax revenue of Litchfield Park. Consequently, I believe it is in the best interest of the city to deny both requests in their entirety. JDM is an economic entity whose reason for being is financial profit; it works with and helps the city only to benefit JDM’s bottom line. The city does receive benefits, but they exist only to the extent that the benefits support or contribute to JDM’s making a profit. This observation is not a condemnation, just recognition of reality. This is capitalism in action, and I support it. JDM is entitled to the highest and best use of their property, consistent with the city of Litchfield Park’s existing general plan and zoning. When the parcel in question was purchased it was zoned commercial. At that time, JDM must have seen value in the property that exceeded its price or else they would not have purchased it. In 2014, the city provided concessions for this parcel that further enhanced its value. Today, JDM seeks additional concessions – page 2 of the GPA 18-02 narrative requests that the city of Litchfield Park waive all of the commercial requirements: “Specifically, JDM is seeking to eliminate or reduce the requirement that at least 75,000 square feet of commercial floor area be developed on Parcel B before or concurrently with any residential development on Parcel B.” I believe the existing commercial requirements on Parcel B were created by the city after careful deliberation and that the requirements are necessary for the long-term health of our community. Given JDM’s current request, their multiple requests of 2014, the fact that they make money as a property developer, and their public statements (e.g. West Valley View, March 3, 2014, “City receives general plan amendment proposals”), I believe that JDM’s long
game is to dismantle significant portions of The Wigwam’s golf courses and develop them into housing units. They are developers and this thought is consistent with their business, their actions and their profits. They are trying to eat an elephant one small bite at a time and if they are successful the city will have increased expenses without an adequate long-term cash flow to provide the needed services. Schedule C of the 2019 city budget shows that in 2018 the city obtained about 60 percent of its actual revenue from city sales use and bed taxes. It is not clear what percentage of that tax is attributable to The Wigwam; however, given JDM’s 2014 statements (ref. West Valley View, April 2014, “JDM Partners discuss general plan amendment”) that the Wigwam is an “underperforming” asset and that it “doesn’t make money,” I believe the city needs to consider and plan for the unthinkable – that The Wigwam resort along with its tax contribution might disappear. In this scenario the city is reliant upon sales taxes to fund its budget but there would be no Wigwam Bed Tax. In the financial arena it is an axiom that diversity lowers risk. Having 75,000 square feet of commercial business as well as the apartments on the parcel under consideration (as is currently required) is a more diverse income stream for the city. This diversity provides financial security. I would like to believe that no member of the Litchfield City Council can look 30 years into the future and with a clear conscience say that the city of Litchfield Park does not need any commercial property in this Cornerstone development, or that a reduced commercial footprint of perhaps 13,000 square feet is adequate. JDM’s intents and promises can only last until they divest themselves of their properties within Litchfield Park. They currently promise to have an ownership interest in the Cornerstone development only through the development of this property, not for an extended period (ref. rezoning application Project Narrative, page 2, last paragraph). This does not indicate that they have a longterm interest. In 2014, JDM was committed to a minimum of 50,000 square feet of retail development on this parcel (ref. West Valley View, April 2014, “JDM Partners discuss general plan amendment”). Today they seek to eliminate
the commercial requirement in its entirety. Things change, perhaps to the city’s detriment. I am skeptical that JDM’s proposal works in the best interest of the city of Litchfield Park. For the city to relinquish future commercial revenue as requested by GPA 18-02 is foolhardy. Once a piece of property is developed, the likelihood of its land use changing is vanishingly small. Any forgone income is, in effect, lost forever and is therefore a threat to the long-term security of the city. Because JDM is in the business of developing high-quality properties, I believe that they have both the proficiency and capability to find appropriate commercial enterprises for the Cornerstone development that will both serve their residents and will compliment the proposed City Center development. A 30-year economic planning horizon seems reasonable for our city. Therefore, I suggest an alternative “win-win” concept that should be revenue neutral to the city of Litchfield Park for that time period. If the city were to estimate the
present value of 30 years’ worth of lost commercial revenue between the property’s currently zoned income potential and JDM’s requested rezoning of no commercial, that dollar value could be assessed against the property such that it is paid prior to development of the parcel. Litchfield Park could then invest the money and be made whole for the next 30 years. If this idea represents a cost that JDM considers too substantial, they do not have to proceed with development of this parcel and neither the city nor JDM is harmed. If Parcel B remains undeveloped and the proposed Litchfield Park City Center becomes a reality, the value of the parcel will increase, much to the benefit of JDM as well as to the city of Litchfield Park. The city has no duty to further mitigate JDM’s risk or improve their profit. Granting the requested zoning change and/or GPA 18-02 is not in the best interest of Litchfield Park. DAVID LEIBOWITZ WILL RETURN NEXT WEEK.
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By Connor Dziawura
Hello, readers! I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving full of family, friends and – who can forget? – food. But now that Thanksgiving and its subsequent holiday sales have passed, it’s time to prepare for the winter holidays. In the meantime, let’s get back to our regular routine. I’m back with several new businesses, and this week I’ll be sticking with Litchfield Park and Goodyear. From a handmade local company that has its own space to new chiropractic offerings and more, plenty is going on in the West Valley. Here’s the news! First, Love You a Latte Shop is gearing up for its grand opening. Though the business has been online since 2012, December 1 marks the debut of the business’ brick-and-mortar shop in Goodyear. It sells handmade items, ranging from coffee mugs to hand towels. “All Arizona made,” according to owner Melinda Tovar, the shop will also have other vendors selling items. Love You a Latte Shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. opening day. The first 100 customers will get free swag bags with a variety of items, which Tovar estimated at a $50 value. It is located at 560 N. Bullard Avenue, Suite 60, Goodyear, at the northwest corner of Bullard Avenue and Van Buren Street, south of I-10. For all the business has to offer, visit loveyoualatteshop.com. Keeping with Goodyear, Desert West Chiropractic, 3301 N. Litchfield Road, Suite 200, now does whole body cryotherapy. The practice, which uses cold temperatures to treat patients, helps with acute injuries, chronic pain, inflammation, workout and athletic recovery, post-surgical recovery, burning calories, skin tightening and even energy, according to Dr. Brett Pfeifle, who said patients previously had to travel to other parts of the Valley to seek this treatment method. Pfeifle described it as a chamber that, using liquid nitrogen to cool down air, can get anywhere from -100 to -180 degrees. Desert West Chiropractic is near the southeast cor-
ner of Litchfield and Indian School roads. For more information, visit desertwestchiropractic.com/cryotherapy or call 623-935-2929. “Being in that intense cold, what it does is obviously it helps decrease inflammation in your whole body,” Pfeifle explained. “The other thing it does is it will basically get your body into a fight-or-flight mode where it gets your sympathetic nervous system going, so it will take all the blood from your extremities and it takes it up to the core where it then becomes oxygenated. “It removes toxins; it puts in new nutrients; your body will also release encephalons and endorphins, which are your natural painkillers in your body,” he continued. “And then of course you get the adrenaline release, too. So when you come out of the machine, that blood flushes back out to the tissues where it’s now oxygenated, nutrient-rich blood redelivering back to the tissues to promote healing.” Over in Litchfield Park, Divas and Dudes Too has joined the Fringe Salon, Salon 405 and Beauty Box Salon family. The salons’ owners recently acquired Divas and Dudes Too, 501 E. Plaza Circle, as it was set to close. The new owners kept Divas and Dudes Too’s staff on board, while adding employees from the closing Salon De Cheveux. The renovation will give the
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Love You a Latte Shop will complete the move away from online-only sales with the opening of its brick-and-mortar shop in Goodyear on Saturday, December 1. Love You a Latte Shop is located at 560 N. Bullard Avenue, Suite 60. (Photos courtesy Love You a Latte Shop)
salon a more modern look with new paint, lighting and stations and shampoo bowls for hair stylists, according to Randee Marafioti, one of the owners. “That salon will have a whole new look for it. We wanted to really revamp it and make it a lot more modern looking in there,” Marafioti said. “That salon’s been around for so long, and so we kind of really wanted to go in there and update it.” Several locations will be in the market for additional stylists come January, Marafioti noted. Divas and Dudes Too is located off Indian School Road, between Litchfield and Dysart roads. Finally, Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce members can stop by Liv Goodyear, 15361 W. Virginia Avenue, from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, December 6, for the Fa La La After Hours.
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Veteran finds photography, woodworking calming By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
When Nate Lawson left the military, he was plagued with separation anxiety and depression. Two things settled his mind: photography and woodworking. “I found photography was an escape,” he said. “I got out prematurely, I guess. I was able to do my own thing and be alone. I could forget about everything. “Woodworking is the same thing. I can go out in the garage, shut the garage door, turn on my music and be in my own little world. I refuse to take drugs for any of my problems.” Still, it was challenging for another reason: Lawson, who moved from Wyoming to Buckeye, has had an essential tremor since he was a child. According to the International Essential Tremor Foundation, essential tremor is a neurological condition that causes a rhythmic trembling of the hands, head, voice, legs or trunk. Some people even feel an internal shake. It is often confused with Parkinson’s, but it’s eight times more common, affecting an estimated 10 million Americans and millions more worldwide.
“Woodworking and photography helped my tremor,” he said. “Of course, I had to choose two of the biggest things that require the most use of my hands and my hands shake. It’s forced me to find new and different ways to do things.” Woodworking is a hobby/ second job born out of necessity. His camera filters came in leather boxes so small that he couldn’t confidently remove and hold them. “I thought I’d find a box that is a little bigger, with more room to get them out. That led me down the internet rabbit hole. I got on Google and Pinterest and I lost track Veteran Nate Lawson of Buckeye started woodworking as a hobby. His pieces are now sold at Screws for a few hours looking at lit- and Sparkles. (West Valley View photo by Tim Sealy) tle boxes.” Lawson, who works as a security blacktoothwoodworking.com. Previ- out of the military. It was pretty rough guard, created the boxes himself and ously, he relied on Instagram to spread for me quite a few years afterward. has since founded Black Tooth Wood- the word. It was there that Screws and Again, I got out prematurely, but it was working, which sells pieces at Screws Sparkles’ Sophia Martinez saw his my choice.” and Sparkles, 425 E. Monroe Avenue, work. Lawson didn’t see combat when he Buckeye, and through his website, “She invited local makers to email was in the military. A cavalry scout in her,” he said. “I emailed her and the U.S. Army, Lawson was deployed didn’t think about it. She contacted to Bosnia in 1998, after its civil war, me through Instagram and liked what though. I was doing. “They called it a peacekeeping mis“It made me feel good. She put sion. Unfortunately, I went into recruitthem up on a little shelf. I’m glad she ing right before the unit in Germany reached out. This is a first for me. I’ve went to Iraq. usually just done things for myself, my “People have a hard time with that wife or my family. Ironically, I haven’t one: ‘Unfortunately.’ They look at me made that little box.” sideways. The only way to explain it is He has built a patio set, coffee ta- like this: Go to college for eight years ble and end tables for his family using and train to do something and have homemade shop furniture. someone tell you ‘nevermind.’ You’re “I made a lot of shop furniture to going to do something you don’t want make my life easier,” he said. “I used to do. Now I’ve found something I photography as a therapy when I got want to do.”
Nate Lawson has taught himself to steady his hands as he works in his shop. He suffers from essential tremor. (West Valley View photo by Tim Sealy)
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Avondale golf course brings new tech to the fore By Eric Newman
Imagine teeing off at California’s Pebble Beach Golf Links and South Carolina’s Harbour Town course, all within a matter of minutes. At Valley Golf Center in Avondale, that is possible – at least virtually. Valley Golf Center’s driving range recently installed Topgolf’s Toptracer Range technology, the newest innovation in golf. Paired with a smartphone app, the technology collects several measurables of each shot, and places the golfer at the next virtual shot without walking to it. “People can come here and play all sorts of different games, like longest drive or closest to the hole. At our eight driving ranges with Toptracer, you can compete with your friends and family on famous courses without having to go all the way to another state or wherever else,” said Tim Farrell, Valley Golf Center’s retail manager. The technology also stores data like accuracy, spin, velocity and height of each shot. “It really has changed the way people practice,” Farrell said. “You
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Same goal as always for Tolleson soccer By Eric Newman
The Tolleson Union Wolverine boys soccer team is a solid bet to make the 6A playoffs each year. Since Benjamin Andronic became the head coach in the 2013-14 season, Tolleson has had winning records and postseason appearances. This year is no different, but the Wolves are doing it with a new style and players. The Wolves are two seasons removed from a 2016-17 campaign in which they were a single goal away from claiming an undefeated season and a state title. Tolleson finished 20-1 after a 0-1 loss to Gilbert in the 6A final that season, in the best season under Andronic. It went 15-4 last season and exited in the first round of the playoffs. Many of Tolleson’s student leaders from two seasons prior graduated. Those who remain look back fondly and use their success as inspiration. “We talk about that team all the time, how they moved the ball and the way everyone got along,” said junior captain Kelvin Guerrero, who was a contributor
to the runner-up team as a freshman and led the team in goals last year. “Last year was a little harder, like we didn’t fight or anything, it just didn’t go as well.” A key to its success was heavy contributions from young players, and Tolleson hopes to continue that tradition. Last year’s junior varsity team dominated nearly every game, and several of them worked to fight for spots on the varsity roster. Andronic said the additions have been particularly effective in attack, playing with speed and a confidence on the ball the team did not have last season. “In one scrimmage, I saw them be aggressive and shoot way more. I really think they shot more than they would have in two or three games combined last season,” he said. The former young guns are veterans, and they must become leaders in the locker room and on the field. Andronic, though, is hoping the new guard will make a vocal impact as well in its first year of playing at the top level.
“We kind of have two groups, a lot of seniors and a lot of sophomores, only a few juniors. But, it’s not just the seniors that can be leaders. I tell them all the time that anybody, any age can be a leader, and we’re going to need guys to step up,” he said. The season began with an away match at Glendale High School on November 26. The results were not available at press time. The Wolverines hope to start hot, but their focus is still on the postseason, and advancing when they get there. “We pretty much have the same expectations every year,” Guerrero said. “Win the championship, and we’re going to work really hard to try to get there.”
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Junior Kelvin Guerrero dribbles at Tolleson Union High School soccer practice. (West Valley View photo by Eric Newman)
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Millennium swimmer competing for her late coach By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
Millennium High School swimmer Kennedy Noble has an angel on her side. Ryan Kent, her YMCA West Side Silver Fins swim coach who recently passed away, inspired her to be her best. For that, she may be on track to swim in the Olympics. On top of it, Noble, 14, will swim in the junior nationals in Austin, Texas, on December 5. “I don’t have any expectations because it’s my first time going to such a big meet,” she said. “I’m going to see what I can do.” In the summer of 2020, at age 16, she’s planning to swim in the Olympic trials. She needs to finish first or second to make the team. She sees 2024 as a more realistic goal. She is swimming 10 seconds under the qualifying time for the 2020 Olympic trials. “I’m such a perfectionist,” the Litchfield Park teen said. “When I win anything I always think, ‘What’s the next thing? I have to do something better than this. “My goal is to slow down, admire what I’ve done and be proud of my-
Millennium High School swimmer Kennedy Noble, left, credits her late YMCA West Side Silver Fins swim coach, Ryan Kent, for inspiring her. (Photo courtesy Kennedy Noble)
self. I can easily stay motivated. I love to work hard, and hurt and be uncomfortable in practice and seeing the outcome.” The outcome has been remarkable. Noble won a state championship in the 100-meter backstroke and set a state record in the process.
“I was a little nervous coming into it,” she said. “It’s very competitive. It’s full of club swimmers. Even though I’m a freshman, I wanted to come in and do whatever I could to get as high as I could. “I was the youngest person in my heat. I swam for my coach that week-
end. I had a lot of motivation.” Noble is the daughter of Brett Noble and Tara Hankins, and Jocelyn and Jana Jones-Lybarger. She calls her mom, Jana, an inspiration. “My mom (Jana) did triathlons when I was younger and she swam every day,” said Noble, who still swims for the Silver Fins when she’s not with Millennium’s team. “I would sit there and watch her for two hours and do nothing else. I started swimming rec at 9. I was pretty good at it. I needed a challenge, so I joined club swimming at 11 and loved it ever since. “I was successful. My coach, Ryan Kent, passed away and he did a lot for me. He got me where I am today and he taught me to love swimming. “He was a life mentor,” she said. “He taught me how to bring life lessons to the pool, how to push myself and get through things in my everyday life. I grew as a person. I transferred everything to the pool. I vent in the pool. If I had a bad day, I had a really good practice. I let out everything I feel in the pool.”
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Penny Sings Patsy Concert
Enjoy a Patsy Cline tribute concert at 7 p.m. at the Pebble Creek Tuscany Ballroom, 16262 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear. Tickets are $25. For information, call 623-935-6720.
Monroe Avenue. For information, call 623-349-6613.
Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-333-4402.
Sunday
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Tai Chi @ the Library
Certified Tai Chi instructor John Leo will give free weekly lessons for adults at the White Tank Branch Library at 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Not Hungry Tonight
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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dren can visit Litchfield Park Branch Library with a parent to practice reading with a registered therapy dog. The Paws for Reading program starts at 4 p.m. at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Thursday
Litchfield Park Museum
The Litchfield Park Museum has returned to its winter schedule: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Admission and parking is free. The museum is located at 13912 W. Camelback Road. For information, call 623-535-4414 or visit litchfieldparkhistoricalsociety.org.
Junior Book Club (Ages 8-12)
Children are encouraged to read a book each month before joining Lila for a book discussion and activities from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Tolleson Public Library, 9555 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-936-2746.
Come and Play with Me
Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library hosts a weekly open-play group at 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale, at 11 a.m. for children through age 5. For information, call 623-333-2601.
Verrado Visionaries
Stop by the Verrado Grille at 4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye, to join fellow businessmen in a West Valley networking group at 7 a.m. each Wednesday. For information, call 623-640-6268.
Children’s Christian Community Choir
The Church at Litchfield Park offers a free music program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade at 5:30 p.m. each Wednesday at 300 N. Old Litchfield Road. For information, call 623-935-3411.
Estrella Republican Club
The Estrella Republican Club meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. each fourth Wednesday of the month to listen to a guest speaker at Estrella Foothills High School, 13033 S. Estrella Parkway. For information, call 623-695-2435.
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Al-Anon Stepping Stones
The Christ Presbyterian Church at 925 N. Sarival Avenue, Goodyear, hosts a weekly Al-Anon meeting at 7 p.m. Al-Anon seeks to support the friends and families of alcoholics. For information, call 623-882-0721.
Toddler Storytime
Bring children to the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street, so they can hear picture books read aloud and play with other toddlers at 11 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.
Family Storytime (Ages 2-6)
Join other families for simple stories and plots that help develop literacy for children at 11:15 a.m. in the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. For information, call 623-333-2601.
Walking Program
Join others for a morning walk from 7:15 to 8:15 a.m. at Buckeye Community Center, 201 E. Centre Avenue. This program is free to all Buckeye Senior Program participants. Registration is required. For information, call 623-349-6600.
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Aerobics on Tape
Join a morning exercise program at 9 a.m. at the Avondale Community Center, 1007 S. Third Street. For information, call 623-333-2705.
Not Hungry Tonight is a program that hopes to stop hunger and food insecurity in communities one person at a time. The group meets from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s kitchen, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.
Escape the Library (Ages 13-21)
Work with friends, coworkers or neighbors to solve puzzles and escape a library room from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Each session accommodates three to seven people. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.
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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.
Buckeye Valley Daughters of American Revolution
Buckeye Valley Daughters of American Revolution meets at 1 p.m. every first Saturday of the month at Buckeye Valley Chamber of Commerce, 508 Monroe Avenue. For information, call 623-386-3465.
Cashion Christmas Event
Join Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office in celebrating the holidays from 2 to 5 p.m. with delicious food, festive music, gifts and a visit from Santa at Donnie Hale Park, 10875 W. Pina Street, Avondale.
Holiday Vendor Fair
Sonoran Sky Comets PTA is hosting a holiday vendor fair from 8 a.m. to noon at the school, 10150 W. Missouri Avenue, Glendale. Guests are invited to shop for Christmas, enjoy entertainment by the school’s dance team and see Santa.
Hometown Holiday Boutique
Shop for unique handmade holiday gifts from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sundance Crossings, 21699 Yuma Road, Buckeye. Talented crafters and artisans are encouraged to contact Jessica Thompson at jthompson@ buckeyeaz.gov to participate in the sale.
Magic on Monroe
Celebrate the holidays with city of Buckeye’s annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony complete with holiday decorations, a screening of the movie Elf, holiday kids activities and food vendors from 4 to 9 p.m. at Sixth Street Plaza, 517 E.
Ninth Annual Menorah Lighting
Head over to Osborne Jewelers, 15350 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear, at 5 p.m. to help build a giant coin menorah and enjoy hot soup, latkes, doughnuts, kids’ crafts and entertainment, including a spectacular show by Mark the Science Guy. Admission is free. Sponsorships are available from $72 to $180. For more information, call 623.466.6110 or visit jewishgoodyear.com/coin.
Sea Lions at Shipwreck Cove
Come see an educational show starring California Sea Lions and skilled trainers at 11:30 a.m. in a pirate-themed exhibit at Wildlife World Zoo, 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park. This show is free with admission. For information, call 623-935-9453.
Contemplative Prayer and Meditation
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 400 Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park, invites people desiring to deepen their meditation practice or try meditation for the first time to join them from 3 to 4 p.m. Sundays. All faiths are welcome. For information, call 623-935-3279.
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The Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street invites babies and their caregivers to an interactive play time at 10 a.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.
Hope
Stop by Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Classroom C at 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, for the Hope support group from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The goal of the group is to provide help for those struggling with any mental disorder by sharing experiences and supporting others. For information, call 480-994-4407.
Adult Book Club
Stop by the Tolleson Public Library at 9555 W. Van Buren Street for a book discussion from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. For information, call 623-936-2746.
12 Step Group Meeting
Military, veterans and spouses are invited to join a 12 Step Program meeting for recovery from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at the Military and Veterans Success Center, 1532 N. Commissary Road, Glendale. For information, call 480-384-9874.
Avondale Annual Holiday Used Cooking Oil Drive
Mahoney Environmental and the city of Avondale are teaming up to collect used cooking oil at no cost to the city or its residents to prevent sewer blockages and use old oil to produce a clean, alternative fuel. People can drop off old cooking oil from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday until the end of January 2019 at the Avondale Public Works Municipal Operations Service Center, 399 E.
The Avondale Civic Center Library at 11350 W. Civic Center Drive invites parents to bring their babies from 10:15 to 11 a.m. to promote early development. Babies will learn with books, music and playtime activities. For information, call 623-333-2602.
Teen Leadership Club
Teen Leadership Club is a group that creates and carries out new programs for the Goodyear Branch Library. The team meets from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the library, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. Registration is required. For information, call 602-651-3507.
Goodyear City Council Regular Meeting
The Goodyear City Council meets at 6 p.m. in the Goodyear Justice Center, 14455 W. Van Buren Street. For information, call 623-932-3910.
Avondale City Council Meeting
Avondale City Council meets at 7 p.m. in the Avondale Council Chambers, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. For information, call 623-333-1000.
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The American Legion Post 61 hosts bingo each Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. These bingo nights have 17 games including Quickie, Early Bird, Double Action and a $1,000 progressive game. Come down to 35 N. Dysart Road, Avondale, to support the area’s youth and veterans. For information, call 623-932-4960.
Buckeye Business Connection
Buckeye Chamber hosts the Buckeye Business Connection from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Chamber office at 508 E. Monroe Avenue. This group serves coffee and a light breakfast and networks with business members in the community. Each week, there will also be a different guest speaker. For information, call 623-386-2727.
Quilters Anonymous
Quilters Anonymous is calling all quilters to meet and work with fellow crafters at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Bingo Hall, 3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear. For information, call 623-935-1117.
Sewing for Babies
Bring a sewing machine and equipment to join the volunteer Tolleson Community Interfaith Group in creating premature hospital clothing, burial layettes, quilts and more from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 701 N. 95th Avenue, Tolleson. For information, call 623-936-3412.
Estrella Toastmasters
Visit a Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. at the Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce, 289 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 602-391-5781.
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.
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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. For information, call 623-936-2746.
Agua Fria Toastmasters
Visit a Toastmasters Community meeting to become a stronger public speaker and leader from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at Mimi’s Cafe, 1220 N. Dysart Road, Goodyear. For information, call 775-250-0949.
Disciple Outreach Ministries Bible Study
Disciple Outreach Ministries, a non-denominational ministry, invites all to a Bible study at 7 p.m. each Wednesday at 10486 W. Emerald Lane, Avondale. For information, call 623-772-0144.
Lunch & Bunco
Come down to the Goodyear Library at 14455 W. Van Buren Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch, Bunco and prizes. The cost is $15. Registration is required. For information, call 623-882-7525.
Aerobics for a Better You
Bring an exercise mat and hand weights to a free class from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Dr. Saide Recreation Center, 1003 E. Eason Avenue, Buckeye. For information, call 623-349-6350.
AA Meeting
Seek support and recovery from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church’s Fellowship Hall, 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-932-2394.
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The Holidays and Essential Oils
Learn how to use essential oils to create a happy, healthy and thriving environment from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at White Tank Branch Library, 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Code Club
The Litchfield Park Library invites kids ages 10 to 13 to learn how to code while playing computer games from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. at 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. Registration is required. For information, call 602-652-3000.
Preschool Time
Help prepare preschoolers for reading through music, books, games and crafts from 10:15 to 11 a.m. at the Litchfield Park Branch Library, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard. For information, call 602-652-3000.
United Way Storytime (Ages 0-5) Children can sing, listen to stories and make crafts from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, 495 E. Western Avenue, Avondale. The first 25 children will receive a free book to take home. For information, call 623-333-2601.
CrossFit at Fitness in the Park
Fitness in the Park is a free workout program that will cover basic strength and bodyweight training from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. each Thursday at the Buckeye Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road. For information, call 623-349-6350.
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Winterfest kicks off Avondale’s holiday season By West Valley View staff
Avondale’s Winterfest kicks off the city’s holiday celebration on Saturday, December 1, with snow, rides, a tree-lighting ceremony and Santa. This free, family-friendly holiday event is 5 to 8 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center outdoor amphitheater, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive. Individualized photo opportunities with Santa will be available. A musical light show at City Hall is featured during the season when the Civic Center amphitheater will be awash in lights that blink to festive holiday music.
Two other free holiday events are featured this December. Soulful Expressions Holiday Caroling will lead guests in singing from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, December 8, at the Civic Center amphitheater. Watch The Santa Clause during movie night at the Civic Center amphitheater from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, December 14. These events are hosted by the city of Avondale. Winterfest is sponsored in part by APS, T-Mobile, Whataburger and the West Valley View. For more information, visit avondale.org/events or call Avondale Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department at 623-333-2400.
Avondale’s Winterfest is from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, December 1. (Photo courtesy city of Avondale)
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Matthew Morrison recalls getting his start in Arizona By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
Matthew Morrison is fiddling with a guitar when he comes on the line. Always musical, the multitalented actor/singer is excited about his return to the Valley. After all, it was here he got his start. “I grew up going to Arizona,” Morrison said. “I have a lot of family there. They live in Peoria, Avondale and Glendale. The first time I ever did theater was in Arizona. It was TheaterWorks. I went there one summer at 10 years old and my family threw my cousin and I into the theater for the summer. “That’s where I caught the bug.” Morrison, who headlines the Scottsdale Arts Gala on Saturday, December 1, said theater appeased his imagination. “I was an only child,” he said. “Theater was the first place for me to actually take what was going on in my head and put it out there to the world. When people clapped in approval, I thought it was the best thing ever.” Morrison carried on with theater, making his mark as Link Larkin in Hairspray. Television is on his resume, too, of course. He appeared in a con-
tinuing role on the CBS television hit show The Good Wife, where he played U.S. Attorney Connor Fox through the series finale. Other television credits include guest star roles in seasons 13 and 14 of ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy, and as Will Schuester in Fox’s musical-comedy show Glee. Morrison is proud of the variety of his roles. “For me, as an actor, I don’t want to get complacent in what I’m doing,” said Morrison, a “dance captain” on Simon Cowell’s The Greatest Dancer in England. “Even with Glee, which I spent six years doing, I always found ways to keep it interesting. I love switching it up, from Will Schuester to a character like I had on Grey’s Anatomy, who was a wife beater and a horrible human being. My Good Wife character was dark, too. After I did Glee, I wanted to do darker characters.” His favorite was Link Larkin in Hairspray. “It was such a great time in my life,” he recalled. “Everyone was so young in that show. Everyone was the same age. The show was the biggest show in New
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York that year. We won all the awards. “As for my most challenging role, it was The Light in the Piazza in 2005. I played a young Italian man. I spoke half in Italian and I had to learn how to sing opera. I felt really good about the performance.” Broadway is the key to his to his performance at the Scottsdale Arts Gala. “They wanted a very Broadway-centric show, so I’m going to give it to them,” he said with a laugh. “I just happened to do a couple shows on Broadway. I’m going to go through the shows I’ve been a part of and the songs that touched me and inspired me along the way. “I’m going to give my own take on those shows and performances and weave a story through it. It wouldn’t be a Matthew Morrison show without dancing.” Scottsdale Arts Gala Featuring Matthew Morrison 5 p.m. Saturday, December 1 Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second Street, Scottsdale Tickets start at $150 480-499-8587, scottsdaleperformingarts.org
Matthew Morrison called The Light in the Piazza his most challenging performance. (Photo by Nathan Johnson)
ISM Raceway shines with Zoomtown Lights By West Valley View staff
Zoomtown Lights is racing into ISM Raceway, thanks to Winterland Inc., a manufacturer and operator of light parks, displays and experiences. The event includes more than 300 displays that use more than 3 million LED lights to transform the raceway into a winter wonderland. “We’re excited to host Zoomtown Lights at the new ISM Raceway,” said Scott Rovn, ISM Raceway’s vice president of sales and communications. “This is a great opportunity for us to open up the race track to the community following the completion of the ISM Raceway Project Powered by DC Solar as we continue to expand our event calendar.” The installation will have sparkling displays and experiences throughout an approximately 1.6-mile course for fans to enjoy from their vehicles. The
themed displays will begin outside the track near the DC Solar Power Pavilion (Midway) and follow a bright trail through the vehicle tunnel and alongside pit road toward the new infield. While driving throughout the raceway, guests will enjoy snowfall canopies, trees of light as well as special motorsports-inspired displays. “The new ISM Raceway is the perfect host site for this show,” said David Fred, CEO of Winterland Inc. “This is an exciting opportunity to light up Zoomtown in a unique way for the community.” Zoomtown Lights will open to visitors every night at 6 p.m. from December 1 to December 31. Tickets for Zoomtown Lights are $25 per car and $50 for buses. Guests can also purchase a special Speedy Pass entry for $50 that will provide frontof-the-line admission. For tickets, visit ismraceway.com/zoomtownlights.
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Free festival features local talent and nativity displays
The annual West Valley Nativity Festival, held in Goodyear, is free and features many local music groups, as well as a large display of nativities. Those attending can also bring items to donate to the Homeless Youth Connection. (Photo courtesy Cecily Condie)
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The Goodyear Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints is hoping to spread the word about Christmas’ real meaning with the West Valley Nativity Festival on Friday, November 30, and Saturday, December 1. The free festival is a chance for people of all faiths to come together and enjoy a large display of nativities and music of the holiday and offer items to the West Valley needy. The open house is from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Goodyear Stake Center at 425 S. Estrella Parkway in Goodyear. This year’s theme is Good Tidings of Great Joy, and a host of local music groups will perform: Desert Edge High School Choir, Buckeye Brass Choir, West Valley Cadet Orchestra, West Valley Youth Orchestra, West Valley Women’s Chorale, Goodyear Stake Choir & Orchestra, Buckeye Stake Choir, Mary Wilkening Student Ensemble, cellist Laura Davis, and The Children of Lehi: The Story of Christ in the New World. For performance times, see the West Valley Nativity Festival’s Facebook page. “This event is a great kick-off to the season of the real meaning of Christmas,” said Cecily Condie, one of the organizers. This year they partnered with the Homeless Youth Connection, which offers basic needs so children in the area can stay in school. Festival attendees are encouraged to bring underwear and bras (all sizes), shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, facial cleaner, razors, shaving cream, lotion, sunscreen, body wash, deodor-
ant, grocery or fast-food gift cards in $5 increments. “This was a tremendous opportunity that was brought to us. We were beyond blown away,” said Chance Bogart of the Homeless Youth Connection. He said this year HYC has served over 600 students across 80 high schools and these necessities make a huge difference in their lives. “These are the things that go off the shelf quickly,” he added. For those who want to buy specific Christmas gifts for local homeless teens, they can email info@hycaz.org. For Goodyear Stake music chairwoman Trista Kruckenberg, it wouldn’t be Christmas without music. And the festival is the perfect way to help people celebrate. “It’s a way to bring members of the community together regardless of their religion. Music unifies us all in our worship. We also get to see nativities and think about the meaning of Christmas.” To prepare for the festival, she listens to hours of Christmas music and narrows it down to five songs they will play during their time slot. “We have really loved performing these songs. They are very impactful.” Besides the music, she added that just walking around the building and seeing the nativities and décor helps people get into the holiday spirit. West Valley Nativity Festival 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, November 30, and Saturday, December 1 The Goodyear Stake Center of The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 425 S. Estrella Parkway Free
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Sorority chartering event features Jonathan Levingston By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority will charter the Desert Pearls of the West Valley chapter during a Sunday, December 2, luncheon at The Wigwam. Founded in 1908, the sorority has a tradition of “service to all mankind.” Alpha Kappa Alpha International President Dr. Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson will attend. Alpha Kappa Alpha has more than 300,000 collegiate members and alumnae in 1,018 chapters in the United States, US Virgin Islands, Bahamas, Bermuda, Germany, Liberia, South Korea, Japan, Canada, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates. There are two graduate and two undergraduate chapters in Arizona. For information about the charter, contact Dorothy Finnie, Desert Pearls event chairwoman, at desertpearlschartering@gmail.com. Reservations are closed. Master concerto violinist Jonathan Levingston of Anthem will perform during the luncheon. The Racine, Wisconsin, native began studying the in-
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Scouts donate popcorn to Luke AFB troops
Far left, North Valley Boy Scout Troop 824 and Cub Scout Pack 536 are proud of their popcorn project. Middle, Lily Kimbrell and Emaleigh Harmon struggle to carry the boxes of white cheddar cheese popcorn. Right, Devon Lambert takes “chocolatey caramel crunch” popcorn to the troops. (West Valley View photos by Eric Newman)
Base as a goodwill gesture. Popcorn also went to Youth for Troops. Employees and those housed at Luke “The top-selling troop in the counAir Force Base will not lack access to try is from California, and we talked popcorn for quite a while. to them at a conference a while back,” North Valley Boy Scout LEGAL Troop 824 pack ADVERTISEMENT treasurer Sondra Wendt said. NEWSPAPER NOTICE and Cub Scout Pack 536 donated 169 “They said they donated a bunch to the Ad must a 1/8th pageto display ad and be published in theand Wednesday, November 28, 2018 be an cases ofbepopcorn Luke Airmust Force troops, we figured it would
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awesome thing for us to do, too.” The scouts toured the base and spoke with active-duty troops, thanking them for their service and hand-delivering popcorn. They saw airplanes as well. Wendt said the kids were pleased to see the troops’ happy faces, but she
knew exactly how their hours of hard work paid off. “It’s just great to be able to come out and actually show the kids around,” Wendt said. “I know they really like to see what’s going on, and everybody on base was so good to us. We just wanted to show our appreciation.”
Legacy Avondale to offer Vex Robotics in January By West Valley View staff
Legacy Traditional Schools will soon offer new elective courses for its West Valley junior high students who are interested in STEM-focused classes. Beginning in January, Legacy schools in Laveen, Surprise, Glendale and Casa Grande will offer Coding 101 – a computer programming course for students in grades seven and eight. Seventhand eighth-grade students at Legacy’s Avondale and Maricopa campuses can take Vex Robotics as an elective. Students enrolled in Coding 101 will develop the knowledge and coding skills necessary to construct computer programs in one or more languages, including: Java Script, Python and web design. Using the educational platform Tynker, students will engage in project-based lessons where they will learn to build games, animations and more. Upon completion, students will present a business pitch on their final design. In Vex Robotics, students will get an
interactive introduction into the field of robotics and its real-life application in the 21st century. Using STEM standards and hands-on challenges, students will develop their own robots as they learn basic coding and problem-solving skills. “In today’s technology-driven world, it is more important than ever that we prepare students with coding and computer programming skills like those offered by these programs,” said Heather Sliker, director of academics for Legacy Traditional Schools. “Over the last several years, coding and robotics have quickly become among the most in-demand skills across virtually every industry. Providing Legacy students a jumpstart now – while igniting an early interest in STEM fields – will be invaluable when they enter the workforce and compete for the jobs of the future.” For more information about Legacy Traditional Schools, visit legacytraditional.org.
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Buckeye family hosting fundraiser for leukemia-stricken girl By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski
When Madi Hanson had a sore throat, her mother, Ashley Jewett, took her to the doctor, as most parents would do. After a round of antibiotics, her strep throat was gone, but the fever remained. Further blood testing and bone marrow biopsies at Phoenix Children’s Hospital revealed acute myeloid leukemia – on her 5th birthday, October 29. “Of the four main types of leukemia, she has the worst,” said her grandfather, Jon Rinker. “It’s aggressive and spreads quickly.” She was admitted to Phoenix Children’s Hospital and the doctors said only 50 percent of the children who have this disease survive five years. Her treatment runs six to nine months. “We are all devastated,” he said. “Madi just finished her first round of chemo and her hair started falling out. She was scared so her mommy suggested they shave their heads together. “On November 12, the whole family gathered at the hospital and Ashley’s hairdresser volunteered to cut their hair and shave their heads.” Jewett, Madi, Madi’s father Chris Hanson, her 3-year-old brother Preston Hanson and Rinker shaved their heads in support. A photographer shared photos from the shoot on her Facebook
page and it went viral with more than 11,000 views and shares. The family is hosting a fundraiser at Peter Piper Pizza, 764 S. Watson Road, Suite 103, Buckeye from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, December 5, with a portion of the proceeds going toward Madi’s cost of care. A Facebook page, My Miracle Madi – Our Fight Against Leukemia, has been established. Those who cannot attend the fundraiser but wish to donate can visit https://bit. ly/2RXbAeG. A single mother, Jewett has taken time off from her Realtor job to be with her daughter. “My motivation is simple,” Jon Rinker said. “I believe in the power of prayer. I believe no matter what happens to my granddaughter, God has her and will forever love her. She may only have a 50-percent chance, but all Madi needs is 1 percent to beat it and has 49 percent more backing her up. The more people who hear about her story and see her pictures, the more prayer warriors she has, the more encouraged she’ll be. “I think my granddaughter is special, especially now that she is fighting for her life,” he said.
Top, Hairdresser Nicolette Dudeck shaves the head of Madi Hanson, who was recently diagnosed with leukemia. Her mother, Ashley Jewett, holds her as Madi’s dad, Chris Hanson, holds her. Right, Ashley Jewett holds her daughter, Madi Hanson, who was diagnosed with leukemia on her 5th birthday. (Photos courtesy Alicia Samone Photography)
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of its meetings, so members can effectively communicate with city officials. Brooke Zanon wants her peers to Zanon is a longtime political junkie. have a voice on Litchfield Park issues, “I’ve always been interested in govso she founded the city’s Youth Council. ernment and politics,” she said. “I was “I had a friend who atthe Model UN secretends Goodyear’s Youth tary. I like the idea of Council and I thought, youth being so directly ‘Wow. That would be a involved in decision really cool thing to do,’” making and processing. she said. I think it’s important for A go-getter since eleyouth and government mentary school, Zanon to have that tie. reached out to Litch“It’s been an amazing field Park City Council outlet for people who members in August and have an interest in govbegan working with adernment and want to exministrative assistant press that.” Chris Moffitt. They A senior at Millennispoke about why Zanon um High School, Zanon wanted to start it and is hoping to study inthat led to meetings with ternational relations at Moffitt, Mayor Schoaf, Georgetown University, City Manager Bill Steher dream school since phens and Councilman her freshman year. She Paul Faith. recently interviewed “She had strong sup- Litchfield Park Youth Council with the school. Brooke Zanon is hostport from all coun- founder Not only is Zanon ing a meet and greet for potencilmembers and staff,” tial members at 4 p.m. Tuesday, busy starting the Youth Moffitt said. “She creat- December 4, at city hall. (Photo Council, but she is also courtesy Brooke Zanon) ed the promotional flier involved in many activiand helped with the city’s social media, ties at Millennium High School such as actively recruiting members as well as theater. providing recommendations for the “Brooke is a real go-getter and lights Youth Council’s main page. up the room,” Moffitt said. Applications are open to join the When she meets with the city counYouth Council. Zanon is hosting the cil, Zanon wants to address the need first Youth Council meet and greet at for a city garden. 4 p.m. Tuesday, December 4, at Litch“When I was recognized at a flag-raisfield Park City Hall’s conference room, ing ceremony by the mayor for my 214 W. Wigwam Boulevard. She will efforts with the youth council, a genalso speak at the 7 p.m. Wednesday, tleman who works at my school specialDecember 19, city council meeting. izing in landscape came to me with an Applicants must be a freshman, soph- idea about implementing a garden in the omore, junior or senior who either live city, where people could gather, socialin Litchfield Park or attend Millennium ize, and admire the scenery,” she said. High School and reside in the 85340 ZIP “His suggestion took me back to my code. For more information, call 623- middle school days when I planted a 935-5033, email lpyc@litchfield-park. garden at my school to help preserve org or visit litchfield-park.org. our polluted atmosphere.” “The meet and greet is for any interOverall, the Youth Council can make ested students and their parents to di- a difference and Zanon is ready to lead rectly find out more about it – what we the charge. will be doing, how it’s going to operate “By planting gardens, distributing and how often to be there,” Zanon said. PSAs, spending volunteering hours “They also meet me, hear why I started cleaning our streets and parks of litit and why they will definitely enjoy it.” ter, discussing potential environmenZanon and city officials are consider- tal solutions with local schools, etc., ing holding meetings twice a month, but I really think the Youth Council can that’s tentative. The commitment also make a huge difference that positively includes volunteering and work outside impacts our environment,” she said.
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OBITUARIES Oscar Paul Aragon Oscar Paul Aragon, age 84 of Avondale, died November 13, 2018, in Goodyear. He was born November 2, 1934, in Coldwater, to Thomas and Justita Aragon. He is survived by his wife, Dawna; daughters Paula C. Aragon, Paddii Aragon, Julia Aragon, Denise Aragon; son, Tony Aragon; sisters Martha Bodner, Lila Schneider, Theresa A. Faulkner, Mary Jane Boirs; brothers, Lino Aragon, Patricio Aragon, and Tony Aragon; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Teresa Tewahonayoma; brothers and sisters -in-law, Alonzo and Margie Aragon, Ben and Jean Aragon, Abe and Hazel Aragon, and Morris and Juanita Aragon. A visitation will be held at 9:00 am followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am, Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at First Southern Baptist Church, 1001 N. Central Avenue, Avondale, AZ 85323. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.
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Mark Allen Holly, age 62 of Buckeye, died November 16, 2018 in Sun City West. He was born April 10, 1956 in Phoenix. Mark grew up in the west valley in Arlington and Litchfield Park. He attended Agua Fria High School where he was involved in several extracurricular activities including being a member of the debate club and an alto sax player in the Band of Owls. Mark had several careers in his 44 year work history. He enjoyed serving the citizens of Arizona as insurance claim liaison at the AZ Department of Insurance for five years, however, it was his love of dogs that led him to become an entrepreneur. Ever since he was a child, Mark loved dogs. His passion for dogs was rediscovered when he became a part-time dog trainer at PetsMart. During his time at PetsMart, he trained dogs, trained trainers and ultimately became Regional Manager of Training. After several years there, Mark decided to branch out on his own and started House of Hounds, his own dog training business in Buckeye. He enjoyed working with timid or shy dogs as he said they needed more love and help than confident dogs. He later branched out into retail and became the 10 year business owner of Dogs Etc., most recently located in Old Town Scottsdale. Mark always said it is important for dogs to be trained to become well-behaved and beloved family members. He never met a dog he didn't like! Mark loved Broadway musicals and national touring companies but he also was an avid supporter of the many wonderful local theater companies and productions here in the Valley. In community work, Mark served on the Buckeye Cemetery Committee and as president of the Fifth Avenue Merchants Association. He loved life and cherished his family and friends. He will be sorely missed. Mark is survived by husband Nick Buta and mother Marjorie Compton. He was preceded in death by father Sam and brother Stephen. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.
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Caren Sibley Walker
Caren Sibley Walker passed away on November 16, 2018. She was born on September 19, 1958 in Laurel, Mississippi to the late William and Billie Jean Sibley. Caren taught for over 30 years, 22 of which were spent in the Litchfield School District. She began teaching home economics in Texas at Redrocks High School. In Litchfield Caren started out as an aide at Scott L. Libby before becoming a science teacher at Western Sky Middle School. She has also been a Student Advisor, Assistant Principal, and Principal before finally becoming Assistant Superintendent. After dedicated service to the Litchfield School District she retired this past June. Caren is survived by daughter Lauren Walker, sister Charlene Sibley Hall, two nieces Jessica Kahler & Katie Lyon and a great nephew Brady Kahler. She is also survived by numerous friends and countless children whose lives she touched over the past 30 years. Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 5-8PM at West Resthaven Funeral Home, 6450 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale. Funeral services will be on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at 10AM at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Resthaven Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Caren Sibley Walker Musical Scholarship.
Derek Jon "Deke" Dullere
Derek Jon "Deke" Dullere of Cambridge, WI passed away on November 23rd, 2018 at his home in Arizona, where he was happiest. His wife Amy, his dogs Jake and Max, and his close friends Jim and Jody Kocher were by his side. Deke was born in Fort Atkinson, WI on February 14th, 1948 to Joan and Arnie Dullere. He graduated from Fort Atkinson High School in 1966. Deke worked at Citizens Bank and Trust for 30 years before moving on to operate Double Three Transportation. For Deke, golf was life. He loved the game and the many people he met while traveling to and playing courses all over the States. He was a member of the Wigwam Golf Course (Goodyear) and Lake Ripley Country Club (Cambridge). Deke served on the board at Lake Ripley Country Club for more than 30 years and was involved in many of the improvements that have made the course what it is today. Deke was truly one of a kind. He lived life his way and to the fullest, enjoying every moment along the way. He believed he had a great life -in his words "it was quite the ride". Deke is survived by his wife Amy (Warne) Dullere; daughter Tracy (Shane) Heth; Stepson Cameron Warne; Stepdaughters Maytie and Emily Warne; grandson Max Heth; his cousins, who were like a sister and brother to him, Barb (Bernie) Nevoral and Tom (Kathie) Friedel. He was preceded in death by his parent and cousin John Friedel. A Celebration of Life with be held at Lake Ripley Country Club in Cambridge, WI on June 22, 2019 at 5pm. A Celebration of Life will also be held in Litchfield Park after the New Year. Further Details to be announced. Cards may be mailed to Amy at N4259 Sleepy Hollow Road, Cambridge, WI 53523
Patrick Ranse Neely Patrick Neely passed away peacefully on Nov. 7th, 2018 at home. He was born June 14, 1936 in Gary, Indiana. His parents were Mary Schultz and David Neely. He moved to Whittier, CA to live with his dad, after the death of his mother. He and Wendy met while juniors in high school. They were married 63 years and enjoyed many family activities with their three boys. such as sports, camping and student exchanges with the Orange Sister City Association in CA. He is survived by Gregory (Mary), Steven and Douglas. The eldest boy, Kevin died in infancy. He has one grandson, Joshua and one great grand daughter. Kayla. He retired as Accounts Receivables Manager at the corporate office for Prudential Overall Supply in Irvine, CA. (Clean room and industrial laundry processors) He was an active member of the Men of "I AM" at Christ Presbyterian Church and the PebbleCreek Christian Men's Association. He was also an active member of the Model Railroad Club and enjoyed construction projects and working with the other members. "Celebration of Life" service will be held at: Christ Presbyterian Church, 925 N. Sarival Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338 at 11:00 on Sat. Dec. 1st. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to Christ Presbyterian Church, Kare Bears 15383 W. Cheery Lynn Rd. Goodyear, AZ or Three Rivers Historical Society, PO Box 7251, Goodyear, AZ 85338
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Juanita Hernandez Juanita Hernandez, age 68, of Avondale, died October 28, 2018 in Goodyea. She was born July 23, 1950 in Refugio, TX to Santos and Maria Moya. Juanita is survived by her daughters, Sally, Josie, Veronica, Mary Helen, and Betty Hernandez; sons, Jesse, Edward, Ruben, Mario and Oscar Hernandez; sisters, Betty Garza, Frances, Delia, and Tina Moya; brothers, Richard, Daniel, Edward, and David Moya; 26 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Maria and Santos Moya. Services were held November 3, 2018 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, Goodyear. Condolences for the family may be left at www.ThompsonFuneralChapel.com.
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DMB White Tank, LLC seeks qualified General Contractors, with a minimum CR-21 Landscaping and Irrigation Systems, to submit sealed bids for the Landscape Installation along Highlands Park Trailhead CFD Landscape which consists of, but is not limited to, all work associated with installation of the landscape in accordance with the plans and specifications (the “Work”). The Successful Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination associated with the Work. Copies of the plans, specifications, bid documents and detailed information for this project will be available on Monday, November 26. Contact Terri Kading tkading@dmbinc.com to make arrangements to receive the bid documents. Please reference “Highlands Park Trailhead CFD Landscape Request for Bid Package” in your Email subject line. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held in the DMB Associates Offices located at 7600 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite 300 – Monday, December 3, 2018 at 9:00 am. All interested parties are invited to attend. It is recommended that interested parties RSVP prior to the meeting. Sealed bids will be received at the City of Buckeye, City Clerk’s Office, located at 530 E Monroe, Buckeye, AZ 85326, on Wednesday December 19, 2018, time will be listed in the bid documents. Bids submitted after specified closing time will not be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after the specified closing time. Unless all bids are rejected, the Contract will be awarded within twenty one (21) days. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder that submits a complete and accurate bid. A complete and accurate bid will include all information requested in the bid documents. Midwestern University Every bid made by a Contractor pursuant to this Notice shall be accompanied by a surety bond for ten percent (10%) of the bid amount, listing DMB White Tank, LLC as the Obligee, as a guarantee that the Contractor will enter into a contract to perform the Work, or as liquidYou Can Make a Difference for ated damages in the event the Contractor refuses or fails to enter into the Future of Healthcare. the Contract with DMB White Tank, LLC upon award. Cashiers checks will not be accepted. The bonds will be returned to all Contractors Your gift will help educate compassionate whose bids are not awarded the Contract, and to the successful Contractor, upon execution of the Contr act, and receipt of Payment and healthcare professionals for tomorrow. Performance bonds for the Work. The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment Call 623-806-7990 for more information. and Performance bond will be required in the amount of 100% of the original Contract value for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certi20195 North 57th Avenue Midwestern University Glendale, Arizona 85308 ficate of Insurance evidencing their ability to meet the insurance reBody Donation Program azbodydonation@midwestern.edu quirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry property damTomorrow’s Healthcare Team www.midwestern.edu/bodydonation age and public liability insurance and shall hold and save harmless DMB White Tank, LLC, the City of Buckeye and the Verrado District 1 Community Facilities District from any employer’s liability and from 20195 North any 57th and Avenue all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as Midwestern University Glendale, Arizona 85308in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid specified Body Donation Obituaries - Death Program Notices in Memoriam azbodydonation@midwestern.edu bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid Tomorrow’s Healthcare Team www.midwestern.edu/bodydonation documents will be deemed incomplete, and will be rejected. DMB We are here to make this difficult time easier for you. White Tank, LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to Our 24 hour online service is easy to use and will withhold the award for any reason DMB White Tank, LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject walk you through the steps of placing a paid obituary to approval by DMB White Tank, LLC or its representatives. Interin the West Valley View or a free death notice. ested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information, or contact Terri Kading at tkading@dmbinc.com – referVisit: obituaries.WestValleyView.com ence Highlands Park Trailhead CFD Landscape. No engineer’s estimate will be distributed.
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PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BID Bids: Wednesday, January 9, 2019 Time to be determined Project: Highlands Mountain Trail CFD Landscape DMB White Tank, LLC seeks qualified General Contractors, with a minimum CR-21 Landscaping and Irrigation Systems, to submit sealed bids for the Landscape Installation along Highlands Mountain Trail CFD Landscape which consists of, but is not limited to, all work associated with installation of the landscape in accordance with the plans and specifications (the “Work”). The Successful Contractor shall be responsible for all coordination associated with the Work. Copies of the plans, specifications, bid documents and detailed information for this project will be available on Monday, December 3. Contact Terri Kading tkading@dmbinc.com to make arrangements to receive the bid documents. Please reference “Highlands Mountain Trail CFD Landscape Request for Bid Package” in your Email subject line. A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held in the DMB Associates Offices located at 7600 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite 300 – Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at 1:00 pm. All interested parties are invited to attend. It is recommended that interested parties RSVP prior to the meeting. Sealed bids will be received at the City of Buckeye, City Clerk’s Office, located at 530 E Monroe, Buckeye, AZ 85326, on Wednesday January 9, 2019, time will be listed in the bid documents. Bids submitted after specified closing time will not be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after the specified closing time. Unless all bids are rejected, the Contract will be awarded within twenty one (21) days. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder that submits a complete and accurate bid. A complete and accurate bid will include all information requested in the bid documents. Every bid made by a Contractor pursuant to this Notice shall be accompanied by a surety bond for ten percent (10%) of the bid amount, listing DMB White Tank, LLC as the Obligee, as a guarantee that the Contractor will enter into a contract to perform the Work, or as liquidated damages in the event the Contractor refuses or fails to enter into the Contract with DMB White Tank, LLC upon award. Cashiers checks will not be accepted. The bonds will be returned to all Contractors whose bids are not awarded the Contract, and to the successful Contractor, upon execution of the Contract, and receipt of Pa yment and Performance bonds for the Work. The cost for providing Payment and Performance bonds shall be included in the bid submittal. A Payment and Performance bond will be required in the amount of 100% of the original Contract value for the duration of the Contract. All bidders shall be required to submit, with their bid proposal, a completed Certificate of Insurance evidencing their ability to meet the insurance requirements for this project. The Contractor shall carry property damage and public liability insurance and shall hold and save harmless DMB White Tank, LLC, the City of Buckeye and the Verrado District 1 Community Facilities District from any employer’s liability and from any and all liens for materials or labor in connection with this Work as specified in the bid documents. Any bids submitted without the bid bond, certificate of insurance and any other items as required in the bid documents will be deemed incomplete, and will be rejected. DMB White Tank, LLC reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withhold the award for any reason DMB White Tank, LLC determines necessary and appropriate. Award of the successful bid shall be subject to approval by DMB White Tank, LLC or its representatives. Interested parties shall refer to the bid package and addendums for further information, or contact Terri Kading at tkading@dmbinc.com – reference Highlands Mountain Trail CFD Landscape. No engineer’s estimate will be distributed.
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Serving the West Valley Since 1990
Same Day Service & Free Estimates
Licensed-Bonded-Insured Licensed-Bonded-Insured ROC#202397. ROC#219652 ROC#219652 ROC#202397.
LANDSCAPING
Repair • Service • Installation Family Owned & Operated
Custom Custom Landscaping Landscaping and and Hardscaping Hardscaping Pavers. Artificial Pavers. Artificial Grass. Grass. Putting Putting Greens Greens Concrete. Concrete. Retaining Retaining Walls. Walls. Fireplaces. Fireplaces. Outdoor Outdoor Kitchens. Kitchens. Curbing. Curbing. Irrigation Irrigation Installation Installation and and Repairs Repairs Tree Tree and and Plant Plant Installation Installation
LANDSCAPING
Gardeningpluslandscapes@gmail.com
ROC# 299652
Garage Doors
formerly Flatiron Landscape
Uriel 623-297-0114 623-297-0114 Uriel
• Regular Maintenance • • Bi-Weekly & Monthly Service • • One Time Clean-Ups • • Plant & Tree Renovation • • Tree Trimming & Removal • • Irrigation Repairs & Installs • • Weed Control & Removal • • Next-Day Service in Most Cases •
Licensed • Bonded • Insured
Same Same Owners, Owners, Same Great Same Great Service! Service!
Not a licensed contractor
SUPERCHARGED FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
602-826-3969
LANDSCAPING
Residential & Commercial, Big Properties
HANDYMAN I AM
ELECTRIC
Jeff R. Saunders
Credit Cards Accepted ROC Lic. #143502 & Bonded
HANDYMAN
GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES
• In-Home care service for your loved ones • On Call 24/7 Customized Care • Experienced Staff • RN Supervised • Serving the Greater Phoenix West
Interior & Exterior
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Professional Handyman
Fix & Replace Garage Doors & Openers
The most experienced and compassionate home care service in the West!
Drywall Repair/Texture Matching Acoustic Ceiling Removal Cabinets’ & Power Washing
Not a licensed contractor
Avondale Garage Doors Inc. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, DRIVEWAYS, RV PARKING
* 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.
“A Passion for Caring”
ROC# CR65 090690D
LANDSCAPING
Showroom & Parts Store
Saunders Painting
(Call/Text)
623.910.0742
PAINTING
Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly & Quarterly
GARAGE DOOR/ SERVICES 432 N. Litchfield Rd. Unit 300
MEDICAL SERVICES
(623) 878-1180
*Equal or lesser value of materials ONLY
REPAIR-SERVICE-UPGRADE
CONCRETE / MASONRY
Landscape
Don’t let your broken panes... Break your bank!!!
Residential • Commercial
*FREE SECOND OPINIONS *EMERGENCY SERVICE *ALL MAKES & MODELS
LANDSCAPING
• Weed Removal/Spray • One-Time Cleanup
Specializing in LARGE TREE TRIMMING Antonio or Laura 623.206.3403
HOME IMPROVEMENT & PAINTING Interior/Exterior Painting 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Dunn Edwards Quality Paint Small Stucco/Drywall Repairs
We Are State Licensed and Reliable! Free Estimates • Senior Discounts
480-338-4011
ROC#309706
CLASSIFIEDS
WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 28, 2018
& SERVICE DIRECTORY MIKE MORAN PLUMBING LLC
Total Care Plumbing LLC Water Heaters from
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includes labor
Your West Valley Plumber
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PLUMBING
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Senior Citizen Discount FREE Estimates • Service/Repair
623-385-9580 ROC 233444 Licensed • Bonded • Insured
55
$
DRAIN CLEANING with Plumbing Inspection
Senior & Military Discounts
For All Plumbing Repairs
623-386-0710
www.1buckeyeplumbing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC Lic #138051
% 10 OFF Labor Only
With this coupon
www.AlsPlumbingLLC.com
24 Hr. Service Plumbing Service & Repair Sewer & Drain Cleaning Free Estimates Free Plumbing Inspection
623-322-9100
Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC 229722 • PORA & HOA Gold Member
Free Plumbing Inspection Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 12/31/18
125 OFF
$
Water Heater Install Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 12/31/18
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New Roofs & Reroofs
Repairs, Coatings, Walk Decks Home New Build or Renovate Additions Garages Patios
Kitchens Concrete Flooring
Painting & More
35 Years Experience in the Valley
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623-935-9221
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Locally & Veteran Owned
Estrella Custom Designs
ROOFING
ROOFING
Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
AIR CONDITIONING
POOL SERVICES
PLUMBING
SENIOR DISCOUNTS •MILITARY DISCOUNTS
Call for details. Some restrictions may apply. Exp 12/31/18
…and Much More!
Built Stronger to Last Longer
Water Heaters • Drain Cleaning • Faucets/Sinks • Slab Leaks Water Softeners • Toilets • Garbage Disposals
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● All Fixture Repair & Installation ● Drain Cleaning ● Sewer Camera ● Bathroom Remodel
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PLUMBING
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● Water Heaters ● Slab Leaks ● Rooter Service ● Water Mains/ Main Valves ● Repiping
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Services We Offer:
ROOFING
U.S.A.F. Retired. 25+ Yrs. Exp.
PLUMBING
Buckeye Plumbing
PLUMBING
AS LOW AS $45 PER ISSUE ASK US HOW!
the Rest When You Have The Best! FALL/WINTER SPECIALS
623-522-9322 ROC#286561
602-743-3175
We raise the roof with our quality, service and value!
STORAGE Rainbow Storage Truck, RV & Boat Storage 4 Acres Gated • Locked
FREE ESTIMATES!
Wayne Karstetter Cell: 208-481-2000 7331 S. Rainbow Rd. Buckeye, AZ 85326
26 Years Experience in the Valley! ROC Lic. #133241 • Bonded • Insured
24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE
All Makes & Models Free 2nd Opinions • Free Equipment Quotes
35.00 CHECK-UP
$
Phoenix Metro Area
ROC#212627
Family Owned & Operated Not afraid to work weekends Get out of the crowd and join the family! TREE SERVICES
UPHOLSTERY
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623-444-0056 Irrigation Replace & Repair Leaks, Bad Valves or Just a Tune Up Fully insured. We carry work insurance on all employees
602-635-0011
FREE Estimates
Commercial & Residential Expert Custom Upholstery Since 1976
DAVID’S UPHOLSTERY (623)
872-3047
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All types of roofing! Re-Roofs New Roofs • Repairs
Same Day Service
www.fastflowplumbingandair.com
Licensed • Bonded • Insured ROC # 215758
602-622-2859 623-936-5775
NO EXTRA $$$ FOR AFTER RS, WEEKENDHSOU HOLIDAYS!OR
623-535-8000
Accepting all major credit cards. Licensed & Insured
www.almeidaroofing.com
ROOFING
AZ MAD Heating & Cooling
Inc.
PLUMBING
(480) 452-2828 | (623) 329-5170
PLUMBING
31
24 hour Service (No Extra $)
6500
$
Senior & Military Discounts
Drain Cleaning with Guarantee
75 off Any NEW Water Heater Install $
SEWER CAMERA INSPECTIONS
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Family Locally Owned & Operated • 20 Years Experience Complimentary Plumbing Inspection with Any Repair
623-299-7111
Licensed • Bonded • Insured • 234804 & 234805
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 28, 2018
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24600 W. YUMA ROAD, BUCKEYE JUST SOUTH OF I-10 BETWEEN MILLER AND WATSON ROADS
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