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Architect pans Mormon redevelopment project’s ‘look’ BY JIM WALSH Tribune Staff Writer

s the major downtown Mesa redevelopment project planned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints too blah? A proposed zoning change ignited that debate over the architectural design of the project near the city’s ultimate landmark – the Mesa Arizona Temple. While the fate of seven 1940’s era homes west of the Temple has dominated the discussion about the multi-million project thus far, the conversation recently shifted somewhat to the architectural style depicted by renderings an architect presented at a city Planning and Zoning board meeting. Board member Tim Boyle, a Mesa native and an architect himself, was underwhelmed by the renderings, as was board member Shelly Allen. Eventually, the board voted to recommend approval of the zoning change – necessary for the planned transit development along the Metro light rail – but also decided to send the project to Mesa’s Design Review Board for an extra level of scrutiny.

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The planned look of the apartment-retail complex planned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for an area east of the Mesa Arizona Temple doesn’t impress some appointed city board members. Architect Tim Boyle thought the design lacked energy, but developers say they are trying to respect the project’s proximity to the temple.

“As far as the zoning, I think it’s great. I would like to inject some energy into the design,’’ Boyle said, adding that the design makes the new complex look like something built decades ago. “I think it has a way to go,’’ Boyle said. Tom Ellsworth, a Mesa city planner, said architectural design is always open to interpre-

tation and usually boils down to one person’s opinion. He said the Design Review Board’s findings give city planners an extra level of expertise when deciding whether to approve a project. He cautioned that the LDS redevelopment See

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East Valley ready to celebrate nation’s birthday BY COTY DOLORES MIRANDA Tribune Contributor

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esa’s Fourth of July Fireworks show Wednesday night will elicit even more oohs and ahhs than inpast years, says head pyrotechnician Kendon Victor. Victor, in his 28th year with Chandler-based Fireworks Productions of Arizona, is one of seven full-time employees of the company owned and operated by Kerry and Lori Welty, who have reappointed him chief of the Mesa

fireworks crew for the fifth consecutive year. Since becoming a full-time employee with the company in 2005, Victor has seen the number of members on the various pyrotechnic See

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As spectacular as last year’s Independence Day fireworks show was in downtown Mesa, pyrotechnics experts are psyched about this year’s production.

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Mesa teacher gets national award for STEM teaching E Tribune News Staff

rik Von Burg, department specialist for Mesa Public Schools’ Gifted and Talented Program, is among 140 recipients nationally of the 2018 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and the National Science Foundation announced jointly. He also was a finalist for the award two years ago. Von Burg, in his 18th year in education, receives a trip to Washington, D.C., a certificate signed by President Donald Trump and a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation. “The Presidential Award validates my work in education and affirms the need for thinking-based, authentic investigations as a cornerstone for curriculum,” Von Burg said. “But, more importantly, it serves as a personal clarion call to reject complacency and redouble my efforts in providing the best educational opportunities for all students.” Von Burg previously taught thirdthrough sixth-grade gifted classes at Veora

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Erik Von Burg, Mesa Public Schools’ specialist in its Gifted and Talented Program, was among a select group of winners of a major science award.

E. Johnson Elementary and MacArthur Elementary. He taught robotics programming and parametric modeling courses at Carson Junior High. He embraces rigorous curriculum, emphasizing problem solving and metacognition. His students participate in a range of projects, including robotics, computer programming and engineering design. “I am deeply humbled by this honor because I know that without the countless

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instances of support and sacrifice by my family and colleagues, I would not be in this situation,” he said. Von Burg also develops and teaches courses for Arizona State University’s School of Engineering summer science camps. In 2012, he was named Arizona Science Teachers Association’s Science Teacher of the Year and has presented at state and national science teachers’ conferences. During the past decade, Von Burg coached FIRST LEGO League, VEX IQ and VEX robotics teams. He partners with ASU’s School of Engineering to conduct statewide robotics programming workshops for coaches and is a mentor on the state expert panel. Von Burg earned a bachelor’s degree summa cum laude in psychology, a bachelor’s summa cum laude in education, and a master’s in education with an emphasis in English as a second language from ASU. He is certified in kindergarten through eighth grade and K-12 gifted and talented education. “On behalf of the White House, I am honored to express the nation’s gratitude for the tireless dedication that these men

and women bring to educating the next generation of scientists, engineers and mathematicians,” said Michael Kratsios, deputy assistant to the president for technology policy. “Each day, more and more jobs require a strong foundation in STEM education, so the work that they do as teachers and mentors helps ensure that all students can have access to limitless opportunities and the brightest of futures.” Awardees represent schools in all 50 states, Department of Defense Education Activity schools and schools in the U.S. territories American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and the U.S. Virgin Islands. During their visit to Washington last week, award recipients received a presidential citation at a ceremony and participated in discussions on STEM and STEM education priorities. Nominees complete a rigorous application process that requires them to demonstrate their excellence in content knowledge and ability to adapt to a broad range of learners and teaching environments. A panel of distinguished mathematicians, scientists and educators select.

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crews swell exponentially each summer, especially around the Fourth of July. This year, the company, marking its 65th year in business, will enrapture Fourth of July audiences in 55 communities around the state. “We have a total of 93 fireworks displays taking place beginning Friday, June 29 and lasting until Saturday, July 7,” said Victor, an Arizona native who joined FPA 30 years ago as one of the seasonal head pyros. Victor is excited about the additions to this year’s lineup to Mesa’s Arizona Celebration of Freedom held July 4 at Mesa Amphitheatre, 263 N. Center St. The Arizona Celebration of Freedom runs 6-10 p.m., with fireworks slated for 9 p.m. Besides the light show, it will include live music, patriotic displays, a naturalization ceremony, family fun and even Revolutionary War re-enactments from We Make History – the only re-enactment group of its type in the Southwest. There also will be a Fallen Heroes Memorial honoring Arizonans killed during military service. Th free event and festival will be held at the Mesa Convention Center and Mesa Amphitheatre and along Center Street between First Street and University Drive. There is a new way to get there now that light rail travels through downtown Mesa. Passengers can exit at the Center and Main Street stop and travel north just two blocks on Center Street to reach the event. While the event is free, organizers are encouraging people to bring nonperishable food items for United Food Bank. Attendees will be well-rewarded with a spectacular show, Victor said. “We have a huge variety of colorful,

fiery effects rising and spreading over Mesa’s sky,” he said. “The show has been increased from last year’s total fireworks count of 806 aerial shells to 1,190 shells, and the display will last about 20 minutes.” The larger shells this year means more bang and awe. “The more exciting change to the display is the addition of six-inch aerial shells. The larger a shell is, the more changing and varied effects it contains,” said Victor. He counted off the various fireworks designed on tap for this year’s show. “Residents of Mesa should look to keeping an eye for different designs such as the spiral ring, red pointed star with ring, four-color change rings, the red rose, the red/white/blue three-cross rings, silver hearts, blue seven stars with silver wave red ring, and possibly a smiley face.” From north to south and east to west, Fireworks Productions of Arizona covers the state, and even produces one out-ofstate Fourth of July celebration. “From the top of the state in Page to the bottom of the state at Nogales, and from Yuma to Benson, we’re there,” said Victor. “We have one out-of-state Fourth of July celebration in Gallup, New Mexico.” FPA also provides equipment and fireworks to two dozen municipalities or groups hosting their own events, and this year that included Williams, which last week cancelled its Independence Day show due to “fire safety concerns.” Other municipalities curtailing their fireworks shows include Flagstaff and Cave Creek. Victor noted FPA had no fireworks displays cancelled this year, but for good reason. “The majority of our displays are presented from golf courses or public parks, so even though it is a very dry time in our state, the fire concerns are very low in these places,” he explained. “It’s kind of a

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bummer for those people involved (in the cancelled fireworks displays) because they put a lot of work into it.” In the East Valley, the family-owned company produces the fireworks shows for both the Gilbert and Chandler July Fourth events. “We’ll be providing a 20- to 25-minute display for Chandler with 1,035 aerial shells, and a 20-minute display at Gilbert with over 600 shells,” said Victor. This is an extraordinarily busy time of Kerry and Lori Welty, their 55 head pyrotechnicians and an assortment of helpers on each of the 55 crews that come from all walks of life, from business professionals to firefighters, teachers and business owners. “Everyone sees and enjoys the culmi-

nation of our work on July 4, What they don’t see are the months and months prior when the shows are being planned, prepared and packed,” said Kerry Welty. “It’s the cheers at the end of the night that make it feel like all that time and effort was worth it.” And as many of the Fourth of July fireworks displays will attest, the final product is an art. Indeed, the etymology of pyrotechnic, stemming from the Greek “pyro” meaning “fire” and “tekhnikos” meaning “art.” “That pretty much describes it,” said Lori Welty. “We’re fortunate to do the type of art that gets immediate feedback. When there are thousands of people cheering when our shows end, we feel honored that they like what we’ve created.”

AHerebang-up Fourth are some other East Valley fireworks shows. Chandler 4th of July Celebration

Traditional fireworks show will be preceded by shows by two youth bands, cornhole and other games, a Marine Color Guard, and a Sesame Street stepand-repeat. People are encouraged to bring their own games, as well as soccer balls or baseballs and mitts. When: 6:30-9:30 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m. Where: Tumbleweed Park, 2250 S. McQueen Road, Chandler. Admission: Free but $5 for parking. Information: chandleraz.gov.

Tempe Town Lake Festival

Tempe lays it all out with games, vendors, a beer garden and numerous attractions for kids and adults. When: 5:30-10 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m. Where: Tempe Beach Park, 620 N. Mill Ave., Tempe. Admission: Prices vary with general admission $7 to $10, beer garden VIP tickets $30-$60 and that comes with a dinner, drink tickets and special seating in a misted area. Children under 12 and active military free. Information: tempe4th.com

Tempe Center for The Arts Celebration

Celebrate July 4th in cool comfort at the Tempe Center for the Arts. VIP tickets allow entry into TCA and terrace rooftop for fireworks viewing. General admission allows entry into TCA lobby and ground floor rooms. Food trucks on site will have plenty of delicious food and a cash bar all the beverages to quench your thirst. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Where: 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe. When: 6-10 p.m. Admission: $15 general admission, $30 for VIP. Information: tempecenterforthearts.com.

Gilbert Celebration

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Kerry and Lori Welty own Chandler-based Fireworks Productions of Arizona, which has some big plans to light up the night Independence Day in downtown Mesa.

The town of Gilbert, Central Christian Church and the Higley School District are partnering for this year’s celebration, which will feature fun activities and food trucks. Where: Higley High School, 4068 E. Pecos Road; Signs will be posted pointing to other viewing areas along Pecos and Recker roads. When: 6-9 p.m., fireworks at 8:30 p.m. Admission: Free.

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Progress seen on several fronts for Welcome Home Veterans Park Tribune News Staff

rogress is being made on Welcome Home Veterans Park, the five-acre park near Gilbert and Warner Roads dedicated to honoring military personnel that will feature an 80 percent scale reproduction of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. The project, launched by the Operation Welcome Home Arizona nonprofit organization in 2015, made significant strides in early April thanks to work contributed by the 3rd platoon of the 258th Engineer Company of the Arizona National Guard. The platoon performed pre-construction earth and site work, project chair Lisa Rigler said. These types of projects are mutually beneficial because they provide training for members in the base creation and infrastructure building skills their jobs will require them to perform overseas. “It is difficult to find projects that fit (their criteria), and they need them to get this training,” Rigler said. While the Welcome Home Veteran’s Park qualified, it took a significant amount of time and effort to coordinate the project with the National Guard. “It took a year and a half to get ap-

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Crews have begun clearing the site where the Welcome Home Veterans Park will be built in Gilbert and include a replica of the Vietnam VeteransMemorial.

proved,” Rigler said. “It is kind of a big process. It is a huge deal and there is lots of paperwork.” She added, “It all came together toward the end, and it was beautiful.” As of last fall, the Welcome Home Veteran’s Park had secured $1.5 million of its $3 million budget. The town of Gilbert made a significant investment

in the park, allocating over $1.18 million from the new Capital Improvement Plan budget to the project. The next step in the project will see the town complete offsite improvements, including bringing reclaimed water, potable water and sewer lines to the property. The town also will install a bus bay and

parking lot, which will include lighting and landscaping. The town expects to complete its improvements by October of this year, Gilbert Development Services Director Kyle Mieras said. “We are waiting for the town to complete (its improvements). Once that piece is done, we will work on concrete pieces,” Rigler said.

Valley among nation’s worst for air pollution posing a health risk BY JESSICA ALVARADO GAMEZ Cronkite News

etro Phoenix was among the Top 5 largest metro areas with the most days of smog in 2016, according to a national study released last week by an Arizona research group. Experts say that’s a serious health concern for the 4.6 million people who live in the area because breathing contaminated air increases the risk of asthma attacks, heart disease and premature death. The Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale area had 110 days of “degraded” air quality in 2016, with only the Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Atlanta metro areas having more bad-air days, according to the report by the Environment Arizona Research & Policy Center. The Phoenix nonprofit used data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to conduct the analysis, focusing on days with elevated ozone and particulate levels. In comparison, the data showed the Lake Havasu City area had only one such

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From the Superstitions, hikers can get a dismal view of the pollution hanging over the Valley as they look westward. A new study says the region has some of the most polluted in the country.

day in 2016, while the Yuma area had the second-highest number of such days at 91. Payson, Nogales, Tucson and the Sierra Vista also recorded higher numbers of pollution days. Christy Leavitt, senior director at the

center, said breathing in ozone at ground level can produce inflammation similar to a sunburn in the lungs, which can lead to permanent damage to lung tissue or cause issues to the respiratory system. The report said increases in tempera-

ture, wildfires and changing weather patterns exacerbate the air-pollution problems. But it also recommended changes to reduce the threat, including transitioning to clean energy, increasing ozone and particulate matter regulations and tightening fuel economy standards. “We need to strengthen the vicinity air-quality protections and reduce global warming pollution,” Leavitt said. “We need to be doing those things at the federal level as well as the state level.” The report suggested state officials could do things such as set and enforce stronger permits for polluters and set goals for electric-vehicle sales. Leavitt said states and local entities should expand clean and renewable energy, such as solar or wind power. Researchers are concerned that rather than moving forward with protecting and strengthening these policies, Leavitt said, the Trump administration will instead weaken certain smog and pollution standards. “We need to keep the standards in place,” she said.

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proposal is still in an early stage and that City Creek has not submitted a site plan, which is far more specific than the renderings. After the meeting, Boyle elaborated in an interview with the Tribune on his objections to the architecture, saying the planned development looked boring and outdated. “It will be finished and it will look like it’s been there for 70 or 80 years,’’ said Boyle, who has worked as an architect in New York City. “Why do you build a nice version of an old style? Why not build in a modern style?’’ Boyle said. Carl Duke, vice president of City Creek Reserve, the LDS church’s real estate subsidiary, said the entire project is about balancing the past with the future. The Temple, the LDS church’s first in Arizona, was built in 1927 and is closed during a renovation project of its own that is expected to last for two years. “I’ve heard people say ‘this should be more modern’ and I’ve had other people say, ‘this needs to respect the historic district,’’’ Duke said. Duke and Ellsworth both said the design review should have no impact on construction schedule for the project. Duke also said the architecture is designed not to overwhelm the Temple, which remains the focal point of the entire redevelopment efforts. “We want to be consistent with the Temple and respectful to the historic district,’’ Duke said. He said the zoning change is relatively minor, allowing portions of the redevelopment project to be four stories tall. Although the zoning change would be desirable, “if the rezone got turned down, we would make minor changes and move

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This rendering shows the vision for restoring the Mesa Arizona Temple, which was built in 1927.

forward,’’ Duke said. The plan features a series of four, three and two-story buildings, with the tallest four-story building nearest to Main Street and Mesa Drive. The 4.5-acre project, which includes a new Mormon Visitors Center closer to the light rail, will have 240-260 apartments and 12,500 feet of retail office space. David Davis, the project’s architect, told the board that he is trying to blend old with new. “We don’t want the buildings to look too big,’’ Davis said. “We are interested in an authentic Mesa, authentic Southwestern character. We don’t want to match the Temple.’’ He described the renderings as combining traditional influences with a classic modern character. The 91-year-old Temple is among Mesa’s most iconic buildings and is a powerful symbol of its Mormon pioneer heritage. An important part of the LDS plan is to demolish the present Visitors Center,

built in 1956 and expanded in 1981, to create an improved view of the Temple. City Creek’s challenge in completing the project is demonstrated by the wide spectrum of reaction. It ranges from Boyle’s call for a more modern design and that of neighborhood preservationists such as Janice Gennevois, who submitted a petition to the board signed by residents such as herself who want to see the houses saved. “The removal of the seven contributing properties will definitely affect the integrity of the historic district,’’ she said. Two board members, Allen and Jessica Sarkissian, asked Duke about the possibility of moving the homes, but he called that “cost prohibitive.’’ Boyle questioned whether the houses – considered an example of Mesa’s suburbanization near the Temple after World War II – are worth saving. “Those old houses have terrible insulation and plumbing problems,’’ he said. Boyle said he is not against preservation and that he enjoys taking his Boy Scout troop on tours of Mesa’s historic districts.

But he said Mesa needs to decide whether something is worth saving as the city evolves. Hoarding old properties simply because they are old can block progress, he said. “I think there are plenty of surviving examples’’ of Mesa’s historic architecture styles, he said. Duke has applied to the city for permission to demolish the seven homes included in the Temple Historic District, and considered contributing properties, to make room for his project west of the Temple. The permits were rejected by the city, triggering a 180-day moratorium, after which the church could bulldoze the houses. A state historic preservation official told the Mesa Preservation Board previously that removing the homes would not cause the district to lose its historic status, but further losses of additional historic properties might force such a move. Duke said City Creek has received four inquiries about its offer to give away the homes and to contribute up to $10,000 – about the cost of demolition – to move them. But no one has taken up City Creek on its offer, with the cost of moving the houses estimated at $70,000 to $80,000 apiece. In the meantime, Mesa’s Historic Preservation Board has approved the demolition of the present LDS Visitors Center. Duke said he is not directly involved in that project, but he expects it to take place sometime this month. He said the zoning change for the redevelopment project should reach the City Council in August. If the zoning change is granted, City Creek would start demolishing some church-owned commercial properties along Main Street and Mesa Drive later that month.

Chambers of Commerce make endorsements in Mesa, Chandler Tribune News Staff

he Mesa Chamber of Commerce has issued its endorsements for the Aug. 28 primary, leaning largely to incumbents from local to statewide races. “To continue securing a promising future for Mesa, we need elected officials that focus on a strong business environment, a talented workforce and are interested in building a vibrant city,” the Chamber said in release, stating the endorsements following candidate interviews and a “thorough process to evaluate” the hopefuls. “They feel confident that Mesa busi-

nesses and families can strongly support these candidates,” the Chamber said. For City Council, the Chamber recommended District 3 incumbent Francisco Heredia, Jake Brown in District 4 and incumbents David Lunda in District 5 and Kevin Thompson in District 6. For Legislature, it endorsed: District 16 House, incumbent Kelly Townsend and Lisa Godzich; incumbent District 16 Senator David Farnsworth; incumbent Rep Jill Norgaard and newcomer Greg Patterson in LD 18, incumbent LD 18 Sen. Sean Bowie; Representatives Rusty Bowers and Michelle Udall in LD 25 and

Tyler Pace for Senate in that district; Ray Speakman in LD 18 House and Rebecca Speakman in the LD 26 Senate race. It also endorsed Gov. Doug Ducey, Congressman Andy Biggs and Republican Martha McSally and Democrat Kyrsten Sinema in the US Senate race. The Chandler Chamber’s endorsements mirrored their Mesa counterpart in the gubernatorial, US Senate and LD 18 races, but added some additional statewide races. It also endorsed Biggs as well as Steve Ferrara in the Congressional District 9 contest. It also endorsed Tom Forese, Eric Sloan

and Justin Olson for Corporation Commission, incumbent Secretary of State Michelle Reagan, David Schapira for Superintendent of Public instruction, and Kimberly Lee for state treasurer. In the legislative contests, the Chandler Chamber endorsed J.D. Mesnard for the Senate in LD 17 and his mother Nora Ellen and incumbent Jeff Weninger in that district’s House races. For Chandler City Council, the Chamber endorsed incumbents Terry Roe and Rene Lopez as well as Matt Eberle. It also endorsed Kevin Hartke, who is unopposed in the mayoral race.

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THE WEEK IN REVIEW Board discusses closing MCC Red Mountain campus – again The Maricopa County Community College Board is again discussing whether to close its Red Mountain campus near Power and McKellips roads, Mesa. The board first broached the closure subject three years ago. At its peak, the 100-acre campus had enrollment of more than 7,100 students, but that has declined for seven straight years. It opened in 2001 at a cost of $20 million. The board will conduct a deeper look into the future of the campus this fall. In recent years, the campus has been challenged by increased higher-education competition in the Valley and by a decline in high school graduates across the region. Red Mountain Vice Chancellor Nora Amavisca Reyes said the trend in declining enrollment mirrors that nationally among community colleges. Maricopa Community Colleges Chancellor Maria Harper-Marinick and Mesa Vice Mayor David Luna will be looking for ways to sustain or re-imagine the campus. Harper-Marinick will conduct a work-study meeting for the board. Luna chairs a committee to brainstorm ways to boost enrollment. He plans boots on the ground, sending representatives into high schools to recruit students. Another option might be partnering with Arizona State University, although both Luna and ASU said there have been no such discussions at this point.

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Only some teens targeted by texting ban that takes effect today BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

tarting today, East Valley teenagers should know that Arizona is no longer one of two states that have no restrictions on the ability of motorists to use their cell phones while driving. But just barely. It applies only to teens with a learner’s permit or those who are within the first six months of being able to drive. But the law prohibits police from citing drivers solely because they are seen texting or talking. Motorists can be ticketed only if they had been stopped for some other reason, like speeding. There also are exceptions for people to call or text during an emergency “in which stopping the motor vehicle is impossible or will create an additional emergency or safety hazard.’’ And teens will be able to use a phone’s turn-by-turn navigation system – but only if they enter the location before they start driving and don’t adjust it while behind the wheel. Still, the legislation, approved more than a year ago, is the state’s first ten-

tative step to set some statewide limits, however minimal. More to the point, it was approved by lawmakers pretty much because of how little it did – and how few people it affects. Penalties start at $75 for a first offense. A third offense is a $100 fine, with the teen losing his or her license for 30 days. That leaves Montana as the only state in the nation with absolutely no restrictions on what motorists can do with their cell phones while behind the wheel. Several communities already have their own driving-while-texting bans. Those remain in effect if stricter than the new law. Arizona lawmakers have tried for years to adopt some sort of statewide restrictions on the use of cell phones for years. For example, Sen. John Kavanagh, RFountain Hills, has proposed to make it illegal for anyone, regardless of age, to send texts or messages while behind the wheel. And Sen. Steve Farley, D-Tucson, has crafted a more comprehensive measure, covering not only texting and messaging but also forbidding making calls

without a hands-free device. But these all died amid a variety of complaints by some lawmakers, ranging from whether existing laws on distracted driving already cover the issue to creating a “nanny state’’ environment with the government telling people what’s good for them. In fact, even this narrow new law focused solely on new drivers barely survived – and only because of a political twist of fate. The measure had been ushered through the Senate by Sen. Karen Fann, R-Prescott, on a 24-6 margin and then gone through the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, gaining approval by a 7-1 margin. But it stalled when Rep. Phil Lovas, R-Peoria, who chairs the House Rules Committee, though which every bill must pass, refused to clear the bill. Lovas said he feared it might lead to even greater restrictions on adult drivers. But the fates intervened, in the form of Donald Trump, as Lovas quit to take a post in the Trump administration. That allowed House Speaker J.D. Mesnard, R-Chandler, to name himself

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to chair the committee. And Mesnard, who supported the legislation, got the panel to give its OK, setting the stage for the final House approval. Fann lobbied heavily for the measure, telling colleagues that it really sets no new precedents. She pointed out there already are special restrictions on new drivers, including limiting the number of unrelated teens who can be in the vehicle as well as prohibiting them from driving after midnight unless it is to go to work or school. Potentially more significant, Fann promised colleagues that she would not try to follow up this year with an expanded bill. That, however, did not keep Farley from making a new bid this year which sought to ban all motorists from texting while driving. But it failed, even after he offered compromises to limit the amount of the fines and spelled out that violations could not be used by the Motor Vehicle Division to take away someone’s license, nor be an excuse for an insurance company to raise a motorist’s premiums.

Truth in Taxation Hearing Notice of Tax Increase In compliance with §15-905.01, Arizona Revised Statutes, Mesa Unified School District is notifying its property taxpayers of Mesa Unified School District’s intention to raise its primary property taxes over the current level to pay for increased expenditures in those areas where the Governing Board has the authority to increase property taxes for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2018. The Mesa Unified School District is proposing an increase in its primary property tax levy of $1,068,000. The amount proposed above will cause Mesa Unified School District’s primary property taxes on a $100,000 home to be $5.2816. Without the tax in-crease, the total taxes that would be owed would have been $1.7572. These amounts proposed are above the qualifying tax levies as prescribed by state law, if applicable. The increase is also exclusive of any changes that may occur from property tax levies for voter approved bonded indebtedness or budget and tax overrides. All interested citizens are invited to attend the public hearing on the proposed tax increase scheduled to be held on July 10, 2018, 5:00 p.m. at Board Room of Building 2, Curriculum Services Center, 549 North Stapely Drive, Mesa, AZ 85203.

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Death camp bell now rings in freedom’s name

The William Bloys American Legion Post 2 in Tempe, the oldest in Arizona, marks July 4 in a special way – with the ringing of a bell brought back by the late Sgt. Max Connolly of Tempe from the Mathousen concentration camp in Austria in 1954. Post 2 Senior Vice Cmdr. Mike Crever said the bell had been used by the Nazis camp bosses to signal to prisoners when to work, eat, exercise and go to sleep. The bell was donated to the post on the condition it be rung only on Independence Day in the name of freedom, so at 10 a.m. Wednesday, a ceremony will begin at the post headquarters, 2125 S. Industrial Park Ave., Tempe, followed by the ringing of the bell at 10:30 a.m. and a hosted lunch. The public is invited to the free event.

This jellyfish carries a message from Mother Earth The i.d.e.a. Museum at 150 W. Pepper Place, Mesa, is unveiling Wilson Elementary School’s “Recycled Jellyfish” art sculpture and will display it through the end of the year as a reminder of the importance of recycling. The school beat out all other Mesa elementary schools in the City of Mesa’s Art of Sustainability Artwork Challenge, which asked students to create a work of art that conveyed an environmental message and was constructed from repurposed materials. Wilson students constructed a jellyfish from plastic bags and bottles to highlight the environmental impact that plastic has on our oceans and sea life, noting there will be more plastic than fish by weight in the world’s oceans by 2050. They also learned that sea turtles ingest plastic bags which resemble jellyfish and are the most commonly found item in their stomachs. “Recycling objects into art is near and dear to us at the i.d.e.a. Museum,” said Executive Director Sunnee O’Rork. “We are thrilled to be sharing with our visitors the beautiful and fun ‘Recycled Jellyfish’ sculpture the students created together as a team. It’s a masterpiece.” Information: ideamuseum.org.

Buy furniture and support a good cause The Mesa nonprofit Bridging AZ opens its GOT LEGS Furniture & Décor Store this week to give people great deals on used furniture while helping families and veterans transition out of homelessness. Located at 2735 E. Main St. Mesa, on the southwest corner of Main and Lindsay across from the “Diving Lady” Starlite Motel, it will be open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays. Featuring unique and name-brand furnishings that also are available online at offerup.com and Facebook Marketplace, GOT LEGS is a new revenue source for Bridging AZ’s mission, which has provided over 200 beds in the last six months for families and veterans. Co-founder Donna Piscopo said the group also accepts tax-deductible donations of household items and furniture as well as cash. Information: bridgingaz.org, 480-540-5156 or melisa@bridgingaz.org

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rom Falcon Field in Mesa, a group of Good Samaritans helps provide the only healthcare available to some 220,000 people more than 7,200 miles away. The group belongs to a nonprofit called Samaritan Aviation, a Christian-based organization that distributes medicine and provides life flights to a hospital in 20 to 45 minutes instead of the days it would take villagers in Papua New Guinea to reach it by canoe. The hospital is the only medical facility in a radius of 37,000 square miles. “In the past, these services did not exist, or it took days, weeks, and even months for the supplies to reach remote clinics by road and canoe,” Samaritan Aviation notes on its website. “With our float planes, we can accomplish this life-saving task in a matter of hours, literally changing the lives of the people of the Sepik River Region.

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“Flying the only float plane in the entire country,” it adds, “we are impacting thousands of villagers in the remote areas, who would otherwise have little or no access to any form of healthcare.” Recently, Samaritan Aviation showed off its Cessna 206 floating plane at Falcon Field so that people here could look at the aircraft that revolutionized medical service

to people on the other side of the world. “The plane has amphibious floats, which means there are wheels underneath. So, we can land on runways sometimes, but when it goes up in the air, the wheels come up and we can land in the river, which is over 700 miles long, so that we can get the patient safely for medical evaluation flights, bringing supplies or whatever we’re do-

ing,” Samaritan Chief Operations Officer Bryan Yeager said. Samaritan Aviation partnered with the Boram Hospital in Wewak and provides the medical supplies in large shipping containers through U.S. partners. It also helps send international experts and doctors to the Boram Hospital to conduct medical training and critical surgeries. In addition, Samaritan Aviation works with the PNG National Department of Health to stock health outposts with medical supplies through the Area Medicine Storehouse in Wewak. Since it began in 2010, Samaritan Aviation has delivered over 142,000 pounds of medical supplies to 40 remote aid posts in the East Sepik Province. Samaritan Aviation stresses that it “exists to demonstrate God’s love by addressing the health and medical needs of the people who live in the Sepik River Valley of Papua New Guinea.” See

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EV teachers’ innovative program to be shown on world stage BY JIM FICKESS Tribune Contributor

nstruction strategies born in an East Valley classroom take a big step onto the global stage in July during the International Literacy Association Conference in Austin, Texas. The idea for the program, Astute Hoot: Tools for the Wise Teacher, started in 2010 when Jennifer Zoglman, a specialeducation teacher, and Jessica Murphy, a second-grade teacher, began co-teaching a reading-intervention block at Weinberg Elementary, a Chandler Unified district school in Gilbert. They soon became inspired to form Astute Hoot, which provides reading and mathematics intervention tools and services. “We were exasperated by extreme budget cuts, which had left out students with limited resources and services to meet their needs,” said Zoglman, who now teaches special ed at Mesquite Elementary in Gil-

bert. “We were frustrated to see a system failing students as the cuts were leading to one-size-fits-all education. We knew we had to change the status quo because our students deserved better.” Zoglman and Murphy teamed with graphic designer Tina Rataj-Berard, who is Zoglman’s sister, to create a cast of animal characters that teach critical K-3 literacy and math strategies. These characters, along with accompanying books, hands-on tools, lessons and graphic organizers, supplement and enhance districtprescribed curricula. An example of the 10 strategy animals is Peter, the Predicting Possum. He is in Astute Hoot materials to help students use picture and word clues to predict what will happen next in a story. “As our engaging animals help bring the strategies to life, our most reluctant students blossom into motivated, enthusiastic learners,” said Murphy, who will move to a kindergarten classroom at Weinberg in the coming school year. “Students make

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an immediate connection to our animals. They beg to meet new animals and ask for extra resources for home. Our students consistently make tremendous gains in both their academics and confidence.” Once they experienced success in the classroom, the Astute Hoot trio wanted to share their resources and teaching tools

with more students. The program’s handson tools were licensed by a major education publisher and their digital products are sold on teacherspayteachers.com and astutehoot.com. The small business has grown its sales domestically and internaSee

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tionally. Its program now is used to teach English as a second language in Russia, Fiji and West Africa, among other places. Astutehoot.com offers teacher-support information, including a weekly blog that addresses timely issues, such as how to prepare for Meet the Teacher Night and the first day of school. The decision to exhibit at the International Literacy Association Conference, with vendors that include the giant education publishing houses and thousands of visitors, was a logical next step in Astute Hoot’s business evolution. But the prestige of the ILA comes with a big price tag. The conference, which runs July 20-23 in Austin, will cost Astute Hoot thousands of dollars to cover its exhibitor fees and product shipping. They’re doing it on the cheap. Austin is Rataj-Berard’s hometown, so her house will become Astute Hoot’s headquarters and hotel. “We have a business, so we, of course, want our investment to pay off,” Murphy said. “But we are educators first. Helping other teachers and students is our passion. We can’t wait to meet hundreds of educators at ILA and share our resources with them.”

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It frequently answers emergency lifeflight calls for breached births, cerebral malaria, broken backs and deadly crocodile and snake bites as well as spear, arrow and machete wounds. Co-founder and president Mark Palm, who lives in Papua New Guinea, makes many of the flights. He said he appreciates the opportunity to make a difference for people. He recently returned to New Guinea from a month-long visit in Mesa. A third-generation aviator whose grandfather flew in World War II, Palm knew even at age 16 that he wanted to help underprivileged people in the Third World. Back then, he was building houses with a church group in Mexico. “I got a chance to see what other people live like, and experience the cultures of others, and I knew then after reading a devotional that God was telling me I needed to use my aviation skills in a remote part of the world,” he said. For Palm and his staff, every day is a new challenge. “One time I got a call and was told of a ‘wire’ sticking out of a guy’s stomach,” he recalled. “I show up, doing my whole scan, looking for crocodiles and all that

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stuff. And the guy is sitting in his canoe with a stone axe, and he’s got four feet or rebar sticking out of him. It went all the way through his body.” He got the man to the hospital and two weeks later, the patient was released. As important as the services Samaritan Aviation offers in Papua New Guinea are, the local gov(Kimberly Carrillo/Tribune Staff Photographer.) ernment provides only Mark Palm and Bryan Yaeger of Samaritan Aviation provide a medical about 20 percent of the lifeline to thousands of New Guinea villagers. funding for flights, repairs, supplies and more. hoping to convince the people here to help Thus, Samaritan Aviation relies on oth- people on the other side of the world.” ers’ generosity, though it stresses: “We are Palm said he, his wife and his three kids a mission-driven ministry, not a money- have fully integrated into the community. driven ministry. We have to be careful to Palm even said there are several local New raise the money we need while remember- Guineans called “Mark,” named after him, ing our primary focus is building the king- as well as newborns named after his wife dom of God.” and children. Palm added, “We rely on people that “It’s one of those things we’ve dedicated care to make a difference, and that’s why our entire life to, but we really are part we’re out here. A lot of people don’t even of the community there,” he said, “and know where Papua New Guinea is on a I think we’re ready to get back there and map, even though New Guinea is the start helping people again.” second-largest island in the world, so we’re Information: samaviation.com

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e’re always in a hurry, looking for convenient ways to do things quickly and effortlessly. We especially love our vending machines. We slap coins in the slot and barely break stride as we get a fruit snack, a Diet Coke … or a 2015 Ford Mustang. Carvana, which dispenses late-model automobiles, opened recently in the East Valley. At nine stories high, it’s hard to miss. Loaded with 34 cars ready to immediately move down the elevator to eager buyers, it is the Valley’s largest vending machine. The excited customer has first completed the necessary paperwork for the purchase before inserting the ceremonial oversize gold coin into the slot that delivers the car. The coin reads “Carvana, the new way to buy a car.” And that is exactly what the experience at the vending machine provides. The tower, just off Loop 202 near the Mesa-Tempe line, at 707 E. Gilbert Drive in Tempe, has clear windows showing off the selection of cars and colors. It is the 12th and largest Carvana vending machine in the U.S., which Carvana co-founder and chief brand officer Ryan Keeton said is a point of pride for the Arizona-based company. “It’s huge for us to be here in Arizona now,” Keeton said. “The office is just across

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the way in Tempe, and we’ve already seen some great reactions to delivering here, so hopefully the vending machine just keeps making us grow in the area.” Carvana, founded in 2013, began as an online marketplace intent on innovating the way people buy used cars. Keeton said that had not happened in nearly 75 years. “Car buying costs a lot of extra money at a dealership. There are so many papers to sign and so much time spent on other complicated things,” Keeton said. “We just wanted to see if there was a way to make the experience of buying a car – something that wasn’t necessarily a positive – more pleasant, innovating in that way.” Customers go through the entire buying process online, selecting the make, model, year and details from among nearly 10,000 vehicles in the company’s database. They can choose to have their vehicle delivered to their home or shipped to a vending machine to go through the visually appealing and fun process with the coin. Carvana’s selection consists only of vehicles that never have been in a reported accident, have received no frame damage and have completed a comprehensive quality inspection by Carvana experts. Partnered with a seven-day, full-return policy that substitutes for a traditional test drive, customers can purchase a vehicle sitting in their pajamas in the living room

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Carvana, which opened recently off Loop 202 near the Mesa-Tempe line, at 707 E. Gilbert Drive in Tempe, is the largest vending machine in the Valley. It’s hard to miss at nine stories high, loaded with 34 cars ready to immediately move down the elevator to eager buyers.

and be certain they have made the right selection for their lives, Keeton said. “Someone walks in, they’ve done the whole process online of buying the car,

selected a time, you walk in at that time, see your car come down the vending machine, and within just minutes you’re out of there,” Keeton said.

Gilbert Hospital’s once-optimistic future crumbles BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Tribune Staff Writer

he once-prosperous Gilbert Hospital shut down for good on June 15, falling victim to longstanding financial problems stemming from a 2014 bankruptcy and a changing market for healthcare services. Court-appointed receiver Jeremiah Foster of Resolute Commercial Services made the decision to close the hospital – along with its affiliated hospital in Florence – only eight days after Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Roger Brodman gave him power over the hospital’s parent entity, New Vision

Health. The decision resulted in the immediate closure of the emergency rooms at both hospitals. All patients receiving care were discharged or transferred to other facilities. “I’d like to stress that patient care was never in jeopardy, but the ability to sustain the minimum level of operations was simply too great of a financial burden moving forward,” Foster said in a prepared statement. After taking over, Foster attempted to secure sustainable financing to keep Gilbert Hospital open. The most viable option involved the hospital’s landlord, national investment firm

Medical Properties Trust, taking over control of the hospital. It handed over operations to Steward Health Care System, a Boston-based private hospital operator that has made inroads in the Phoenix market in recent years, said attorney Gerald Shelley of Fennemore Craig, who represented Gilbert Hospital in recent legal proceedings However, Medical Properties Trust was unable to agree to a deal with the hospitals’ primary creditor Indigo-DLI Holdings I, and “it became clear that all potential sources of financing had been exhausted and that the receiver had no realistic hope of obtain-

ing necessary capital to continue operating the hospitals as going concerns,” according to court documents. In his report for the court, Foster noted that the hospitals were quickly running out of cash and would require a significant cash infusion just to meet the next payroll. The hospital’s most recent bout of economic distress dates back to at least fall of 2017, when New Vision Health began to look for potential buyers for the operation and its assets but found no viable offers. But the real problems started much earlier when the hospital filed for Chapter 11 See

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bankruptcy in 2014. The bankruptcy filing indicated the hospital had liabilities of over $7.6 million and under $50,000 in assets. The primary debt holder at that time was Stillwater National Bank. Indigo Holdings acquired all of the bank’s interests in New Vision Health in 2016. Despite the dire financial state of both hospitals at the time, fortunes appeared to be improving for the hospital as recently as last year after reorganization efforts stemming from the 2014 bankruptcy received a Turnaround Award from the M&A Advisor, a mergers and acquisitions industry organization. The organization commended the reorganization plan adopted by Gilbert Hospital and Florence Hospital at Anthem – previously separate entities founded by Dr. Timothy Johns – in which the hospitals joined under the umbrella of New Vision Health. The new entity committed to paying back Stillwater Nation Bank in full to the tune of roughly $14 million. That optimism appeared to be misplaced as the new entity ultimately failed to meet those obligations. By last February, Medical Properties Trust had terminated the leases for Gilbert Hospital and Florence Hospital at Anthem for

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Johns used those cash reserves to issue lines of credit to new hospital projects he started in Florence and Peoria. The Florence project (later, Florence Hospital at Anthem) filed bankruptcy in 2013 after a year in operation. The Peoria Hospital never completed construction. However, those risky bets on Florence and Peoria were not the only factors that hurt Gilbert Hospital’s profitability. “Since (the bankruptcy reorganization) they have struggled to figure out who they are and what their role is,” Shelley, the attorney for Gilbert Hospital, said. “The hospitals were conceived back in the day when it wasn’t uncommon to sit in an ER for five

hours.” When it first opened, Gilbert Hospital was the only hospital in Gilbert and thrived due to its 30-minute door-to-doctor business model, which saw ER patients receive care in an average of 10 minutes. Its market share lessened because of the emergence of nearby hospitals, including Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, and the proliferation of urgent cares. “That has cut into the service that these hospitals (in Gilbert and Florence) were giving, though not fair to say that is the only reason they struggled,” Shelley said. “They never really got out of a couple of bad years after bankruptcy.”

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‘No Service’ signs take on a whole new meaning now BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ AFN Columnist

ccasionally, you see a sign in a restaurant or store window that reminds you of gentler times in America: “No Shoes. No Shirt. No Service.” Such a statement of principle always struck me as reasonable. I find feet to be mankind’s least appealing appendages, and even less so when they’re dirty. As for shirts, virtually everyone who goes topless in public has made a horrific style decision and deserves, at the very least, not to be served lunch or dinner. Mandatory shirt-wearing seems a small price to pay to protect cleanliness, public decency and the psyches of small children. Of course, that was then in America. Now, there’s so much more to worry about. Like political affiliation. The Red Hen restaurant in Lexington, Virginia, made national headlines last week when its owner, Stephanie Wilkinson, refused to

serve White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders and her family. Wilkinson told the Washington Post, “I have a business, and I want the business to thrive. (But) this feels like the moment in our democracy when people have to make uncomfortable actions and decisions to uphold their morals.” Right. Because refusing to serve a cheeseboard to President Trump’s spokeswoman ranks beside Rosa Parks’ refusal to move to the back of the bus in 1955 Alabama. The Red Hen story came a couple of weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in the case of Colorado baker Jack Phillips, who refused to bake a wedding cake for a gay couple. Phillips, a Christian who owns Masterpiece Cakeshop, told Charlie Craig and David Mullins that gay marriage violated his religious beliefs. The couple bought a wedding cake elsewhere then complained to the Colorado Civil Rights Commission. That commission’s poor handling of the case formed the basis of a narrow Supreme Court decision that gave baker Phillips a victory –

after six years of litigation. Which brings us to the local story of Nicole Arteaga and her treatment at the hands of a Peoria Walgreens pharmacist. Arteaga, informed by her doctor that her pregnancy inevitably would end in miscarriage, went to Walgreens on June 21 with a prescription for a pill to terminate her pregnancy. Instead, she got a speech from the pharmacist, who explained Arizona’s “conscience clause” for medical professionals – a law that, among other protections, allows pharmacists to refuse to fill a prescription meant to terminate or prevent a pregnancy. According to Walgreens, company policy “allows pharmacists to step away from filling a prescription for which they have a moral objection. At the same time, they are also required to refer the prescription to another pharmacist or manager on duty to meet the patient’s needs in a timely manner.” Arteaga says she was sent across town and didn’t get her prescription filled until 24 hours later. Her complaint to the Ari-

zona State Board of Pharmacy in under investigation. Walgreens is also reviewing what happened. What do all three stories have in common? The belief that obedience to personal morality justifies discriminatory behavior. Imagine an America where every business, every business owner and every employee put their own moral or religious code before everyone else’s right to equal treatment. Where would it end? Democrat restaurants and Republican restaurants? Dick’s Sporting Goods employees who refuse to ring up football gear because they abhor violence? A Jewish baker who refuses to sell challah to anyone who worships Allah? Or we could go the other way and embrace allowing everyone to serve only those with whom they agree. Our problem then would be finding a window big enough for the sign: No Shoes. No Shirt. No Appropriate Political Beliefs. No Straight Marriage. No Pro-Life Prescription. No Service.

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rizona’s founders created the Corporation Commission to address concerns about the influence of public utilities, to ensure protection for consumers, to provide a fair return on operational costs and infrastructure investment for telecommunications, pipelines and railways and to guarantee reliable energy and water. Those same concerns continue to this day and still are reflected in Article 15 of our state constitution. While the Corporation Commission has features similar to the executive and legislative branches, the commission carries out its regulatory duties as does the judicial branch of government: hearing rate cases, weighing evidence and issuing rulings, with commissioners serving as quasi-judicial officers.

Just as impartiality is critical to the judiciary in reaching legal decisions, it also is critical when the Corporation Commission exercises its regulatory duties. To safeguard the character of the judiciary, the Arizona Supreme Court adopted the Code of Judicial Conduct, binding on every judge in Arizona, from a Supreme Court Justice to a locally-elected Justice of the Peace. With the fairness and impartiality of the Corporation Commission called into question, it is time to take serious steps to safeguard its character. The Code of Judicial Conduct is a reasonable, time-tested means for protecting the integrity of the Corporation Commission when exercising its quasi-judicial role in regulating public utilities. Rodney Glassman, an attorney and Air Force officer, who is seeking to serve as a corporation commissioner, has proposed adoption of the Code of Judicial Conduct for the Corporation Commission. This proposal, endorsed by two of Ari-

zona’s most well-respected prosecutors, Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery and Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk, merits serious consideration. Arizona’s Code of Judicial Conduct would help corporation commissioners avoid even an appearance of conflict or impropriety when executing their regulatory duties. The code would help ensure that the regulation of public utilities is carried out with integrity and impartiality. In fact, the preamble to the code declares: “Judges should maintain the dignity of judicial office at all times and avoid both impropriety and the appearance of impropriety in their professional and personal lives.” • Comprising four principles, the code reads: • Canon 1: A judge shall uphold and promote the independence, integrity and impartiality of the judiciary, and shall avoid impropriety and the appearance of impropriety. • Canon 2: A judge shall perform the duties of judicial office impartially, compe-

tently and diligently. • Canon 3: A judge shall conduct the judge’s extrajudicial activities to minimize the risk of conflict with obligations of judicial office. • Canon 4: A judge or candidate for judicial office shall not engage in political or campaign activity that is inconsistent with the independence, integrity or impartiality of the judiciary. Adopting this code to reflect the nature and work of the Corporation Commission could not help but impress upon the public servants who serve as commissioners the solemn obligation to maintain integrity. In turn, the people of Arizona would have increased trust and confidence in the decisions made and the manner in which they are made by the Corporation Commission. The Honorable Charles E. “Bud” Jones was as an Associate Justice on the Arizona Supreme Court from 1996 to 2002, and then Chief Justice of the court from 2002 to 2005. He may be reached at cjoneslaw@cox.net.

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ast Valley Little League Baseball regular seasons are finished and most kids are packing up equipment bags and looking back fondly at their rite of spring. Competition is not over for everybody, however, as league all-star teams are wrapping up district tournaments this week, which could lead them to the Little League World Series in Pennsylvania come August. Arizona’s 14 district tournaments began on June 25 and end as late as July 3. Mesa teams play in District 7, Chandler in District 13. Arizona State Little League, in an attempt to even the playing field, prohibits selection of all-star teams before June 1. Most leagues select their team that date, hoping to practice roughly three weeks prior to district tournaments. All-star coaches understand that many of the kids have played with and against each other for years, often on the same all-star team at younger ages. That familiarity helps develop team chemistry quickly. “It’s six days a week practicing really hard until the tournaments start, so we try to utilize that short amount of time

as well as possible,” said Mesa Four Peaks Little League coach Logan Bowman. “And everyone else has that little amount of time, too. You just have to deal with the same rules as all the other teams the best you can.” Winners of each district tournament move on to the Arizona Little League Tournament in Scottsdale beginning July 17, with a chance to represent the state in the Little League Baseball West Regional on Aug. 5 in San Bernardino, Calif. The regional winner advances to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa., which is televised nationally, to face the best international and U.S players. In the past decade, Southeast Valley teams from Chandler and Ahwatukee qualified for Williamsport as the West representative. District tournament opening nights drew plenty of fanfare, including a speech by Tempe Mayor Mark Mitchell at the District 13 ceremony on June 25, in which Mitchell recalled how important Little League was in his development. “There are so many kids and parents and everyone around. It’s just such a great time for everybody. Little League Baseball means a lot to these people, like it did to me when I played Little League,” he said. Most teams select their players for

Paul Rittenhouse of the Mesa American Little League All-Stars takes a cut in district tournament play.

the regular season through a pre-season draft following a tryout, which means that many of the top kids are separated throughout the regular season. Each team showcases the area’s top players. Each league, consisting of many teams, gets just one all-star team in the tournament, usually with about 15 players. At tournament sites, each hit, run, out and error means just a little bit more, Photos by Kimberly Carrillo, Tribune Staff Photographer especially in bracket Devin Bowman of the Mesa Four Peaks Little League All-Stars delivers a pitch in play, as there is no the Arizona Little League Baseball District 7 tournament on June 26. next tournament afNational South manager Greg Sanchez ter a loss. said the tournaments create memories. And, if there is anybody more excited “This tournament is what the kids have and nervous than the players, it is their been looking forward to since they were parents, who hope to watch their sons, playing tee-ball,” Sanchez said. “They see and in some cases daughters, as long as possible. They all have the Williamsport the bigger kids on the field, watch the Little League World Series on TV and say, ‘I dream. Regardless of the outcome, Chandler want to do this some day.’”

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Crenshaw, Davis chase big-league dreams BY BRIAN BENESCH Tribune Sports Editor

or a couple of former East Valley high school baseball players from campuses less than 4 miles apart, the thrill of their recent selection in the Major League draft is the same, but their paths to a big-league roster may be many miles farther apart. Former Gilbert Perry High and Glendale Community College standout Wacy Crenshaw’s selection by the Arizona Diamondbacks, even in the 34th round, was a dream come true. Crenshaw faces long odds to the majors, but he doesn’t need to look far for inspiration. Mike Piazza, Keith Hernandez, Kenny Rogers and Jeff Conine all were drafted later than the 34th round and all had long big-league careers. The wait wasn’t nearly as long for Chandler Basha High slugger Brennen Davis. The Chicago Cubs, whose spring training home is in Mesa, made him their second-round pick, 62nd overall, and Davis signed a $1.1 million contract on June 16. Davis hit .444, including three home runs and 20 RBIs in his senior season with the Bears. The outfielder showed big-league potential, but his draft projections were all over the board. “It could’ve been anywhere from round three to round 20,” said Jim Schilling, Davis’ high school coach. “I was sniffing around and all the scouts answered that he was a wild card. We knew he had a chance to go pretty high because of his tools.” Davis’ rise from “wild card” occurred after he chose to focus solely on baseball. The 6-foot-4 Davis stopped playing basketball after his junior season. According to Schilling, that made all the difference. “His game took off to another level after he trimmed it down to one sport,” Schilling said. “We had 30-plus scouts at virtually every game.” What made Davis’ senior season more impressive was his dealing with a lingering hamstring injury. “It was a grind, but he wanted to be out there for his teammates,” Schilling said. “He was team-centered in his decision. “He’s a phenomenal young man. He’s beloved by teammates and coaches.” For Crenshaw, possibly joining his father in the Diamondbacks’ organization made his selection sweeter. Ken Crenshaw, Wacy’s dad, is the Diamondbacks director of sports medicine. “It’s not surprising that Wacy got draft-

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Former Chandler Basha High standout Brennen Davis, with his mother, Jakki, was selected in the second round of the 2018 Major League Baseball draft. He signed a $1.1 million contract on June 16.

wed because of the kid’s work ethic,” Perry baseball coach Damien Tippett said. “He has a professional state of mind. You don’t see that mindset at such a young age. He’s mature beyond his years.” In 28 games with GCC, Crenshaw, an infielder/outfielder, hit .286, and scored 12 runs as GCC went 33-22. Crenshaw’s progress began at Perry, where he found his stroke. He hit .392, adding 25 RBIs during his senior season in 2016 before moving on to GCC. Tippett believes that Crenshaw’s greatest strength no doubt will serve him well as he pursues a career in the sport: “Adaptability. The guy can adapt.” Because of his draft position, Crenshaw may stay in college for at least another year. He has committed to play at Colorado Christian University next season. “He’s a natural infielder, but we had to put him in the outfield. He did a great job at it. That just shows how athletic he is,” Tippett said.

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he family who opened Frank & Lupe’s in Scottsdale and Ahwatukee has moved east to bring the Northern Arizona-inspired Moose & Bear Grill & Pub to the East Valley. “We were looking for a concept that the neighborhood was craving and wanted, and that was a neighborhood sports pub instead of a Mexican restaurant,” said thirdgeneration restaurateur Teddy Bernal, who co-owns Moose & Bear and Frank & Lupe’s with his brother, Eddie Bernal. Moose & Bear recalls a spacious lodge, complete with pine poles, a water feature and plenty of pine tree, bear and moose imagery. The tables and walls were designed by local artist John Tejada, who orchestrated the memorable artwork at Frank & Lupe’s. Befitting the restaurant’s name, the two themed house beers chosen by Bernal for Moose & Bear include Moose Drool and Hamm’s, which has a black and white bear as its mascot. Local beers from SanTan Brewing and Distilling and Papago Brewing Company will also be front and center at the bar. Ad-

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ditionally, there will be a specially chosen selection of bourbons and whiskeys available. “Our menu includes selections of com-

fort foods and crowd favorites,” Bernal said. “We have everything from wings and Southwestern selections to massive baked potatoes with lots of toppings.”

The dishes are separated into many sections, including “Trail Mix” (appetizers like artichoke jalapeno dip and zucchini and mushrooms); greens (salads such as Big Bear Caesar salad and Buffalo chicken salad); and main dishes (featuring meatloaf and tacos); “Bear Buns” and sandwiches like Mr. Moose (a cheddar burger), Mr. Hatch (New Mexican-style burger) and Buffalo (bison) burger. Moose & Bear boasts house-made sauces used at Frank & Lupe’s, including its green chile and poblano sauces. Besides the food, Moose & Bear offers off-track betting. The dining and off-track betting areas are separated. “I was told this area doesn’t have any off-track betting and it really fit the demographic for the area, especially with golfers and retired people,” he explained. “We built this for the local community and we’re happy that we can offer them someplace special to go with friends and family. This is not a bar, it’s a sports pub, and everyone will feel welcome here.” Moose & Bear Grill and Pub, 118 E. McKellips Road, Mesa, 480-993-3210, mooseandbeargrill.com

Boone to light up stage in ‘42nd Street’ production BY LYNETTE CARRINGTON GETOUT Contributor

T Grammy winner Debby Boone performs in 42nd Street at Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Parkway in Tempe, Friday, July 6, through Sunday, July 15.

hanks to her mother-in-law, Rosemary Clooney, Grammy-winning singer Debby Boone has fond memories of the Valley. Probably the strongest, Boone said, was doing Clooney’s White Christmas tour. “She included me in that and we put my kids in that very first show in Phoenix,” Boone said. “I never dreamt something like that could ever happen. It was a blast and we did it for many years.” She hopes to create additional memories this summer when she performs in “42nd Street,” a production of Scottsdale Musical Theater Company at the Tempe Center for the Arts. She is co-starring with Charles Shaughnessy, who appeared on “The Nanny” and “Days of Our Lives.” The daughter of 1950s and ‘60s heartthrob

singer Pat Boone, Debby will play the slightlypast-her-prime Dorothy Brock, a diva annoyed about having to audition for a new stage production. As Brock, Boone continues to expand her theatrical repertoire, which includes Broadway stints with “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” and “Grease,” as well as “The Sound of Music,” “South Pacific” and “Camelot.” “I’ve never actually seen the show (“42nd Street”) done live on stage, but I’ve seen the movie,” Boone said. “I’m very familiar with the music because so much of it is just standard popular music now. “Before I said yes, I read the script and listened to the music, and it’s different than anything I’ve ever done in my life. I’m up for new challenges and experiences at this phase of my career.” The musical’s songs were a good fit for Boone’s See

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natural range, which was showcased in her 1977 hit “You Light Up My Life.” “In musical theater, usually the challenge for me is that everything is too high,” Boone said. “I am a true alto. There are not a lot of leading roles written for altos, but this role is. I think it would be challenging for most female singers to sing as low as the part requires.” Boone is looking forward to this opportunity in the Valley. “I love musical theater and I love working in a company,” she said. “There’s nothing quite like the energy of working with a full cast and an orchestra. I know Scottsdale Musical Theater Company is a delightful theater company and they put on great productions, so I’m really excited.” “42nd Street,” Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, 602-909-4215, scottsdalemusicaltheater.com, various times Friday, July 6, to Sunday, July 15, $36-$58.

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In Memoriam TRAVIS HOFFMAN STEEN 1918 - 2016

Travis Steen passed away on October 3, 2016 in Mesa, Arizona. He was born in Belle Fourche, South Dakota, in 1918, the youngest of three brothers. He married Mary Ann Pattalochi in 1948 and adopted her 4-year-old daughter Lana; the couple had another daughter, Cindy, in 1950. For many years Travis ran an appliance repair shop and was also in the propane business with his cousin Buster Hoffman. In 1960 the Steens moved to Lompoc, California, and Travis began his career as an electrician, eventually working at Vandenberg Air Force base, on oil drilling platforms along the Pacific coast, and for the Sambos Restaurant chain. In 1964 the Steens relocated to Santa Barbara, where they owned a triplex just a few blocks from the ocean. They lived there until they retired in 1980, and they moved to the Fountain of the Sun Retirement Community in Mesa, Arizona. Travis and Mary Ann were perpetual travelers, roaming in a series of motorhomes to all fifty states, to Mexico, and to Canada. In 1997 they visited Egypt, and some years later Travis went to Egypt again, as well as to Italy, Albania, and Jamaica. In his retirement years Travis took up ceramic art and golf, and for a time was fairly obsessed with his small electronic chess set. He was a crafty player of backgammon, poker, cribbage, and the stock market. He was a 32nd degree Mason, a member of the IBEW Local 413 and the Elks, a Shriner, a Republican, a volunteer fireman, and a waterskier. He lived to be 98 years old and he didn’t have an enemy in the world. Just friends. Travis was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Emma, his brother Bob and wife Fern, his brother Louis and wife Margaret, his cousin Buster and wife Eileen, and by Mary Ann, his beloved wife of 56 years. He is survived and remembered by his daughters Lana and Cindy, his grandson Bruce and wife Tawna, his step-grandson Matt and wife Aimee, his greatgrandchildren Izabella and Matthew, and his wife’s sister Cecile. A memorial and burial service will be held for him at the Santa Barbara Cemetery on July 9, 2018.

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Employment General

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Banner Medical Group has an opening for a Physician – Pediatric Hospitalist to work at Banner Desert Medical Center in Mesa, AZ. Provides medical care & diagnoses & treats medical conditions of pediatric patients. Creates and maintains timely, appropriate, and confidential documentation and coding of patient care. For full description or to apply, Send resume to Shawnna.Johnson@ bannerhealth.com, ref #12803.

Clark Davis Cox, 57, went to be with his Lord on Father’s day June 17, 2018 after a valiant battle with cancer and surrounded by his loving family in Gilbert. The Lord supported Clark in his struggle and gave him peace. Clark was born to the late Reed E. Cox and his mother, LaVerna (Clark) Cox in Alton, IL. He loved and served the Lord out of a thankful heart for what the Lord Jesus Christ did for him. Clark always had time to help you. For a time before cancer he had a homeless ministry he worked with. He was a member of the Desert Gateway Baptist Church in Gilbert. Clark was blessed with three beautiful, healthy children. He married the love of his life, Cheryl Ann (Bennett) Cox, on October 11, 1986 in Mesa. Clark helped raise his three children with patience, discipline and fun. He taught them to love the desert and mountains with all it’s creatures. They took many hikes with him. They made beautiful walking sticks from the fallen arms of the Saguaro cactus So beautiful and light weight. They hiked and never saw an animal or bird they didn't love and take pictures of. Once on a hike with a buddy he saw a mountain lion jump from behind a bush in front of him and try to get him to follow her further up the mountain. He very quickly stuck his arm through that patch of bushes and shot his camera and made his get away. Only to find later he got a picture of three of the most beautiful blue eyed baby mountain lions you will ever see. They have 4 delightful Chihuahuas, Mojo, Chiqua, Bella and Tiea that will miss him terribly. After work Clark would get the mail and a cup of coffee and go to his Lazy Boy chair and the dogs would climb on his lap and soon they would all take a nap. Clark worked for the City of Mesa for 28 years. Received some awards during this time of service and made many friends during those years. He took an early retirement in 2005. Clark is survived by his wife, Cheryl Ann, his sons: Dustin Jay, Adam Reed, a daughter Nichole Marie and her husband Corey Kenyon. His sister Valerie Cox. His Mother, LaVerna (Clark )Cox of Pensacola, Florida. Father and Mother in-law Jay and Arlene Bennett. He is preceded in death by his father, Reed Edwin Cox. There will be a Memorial Service at Desert Gateway Baptist Church, Pastor Ron Leversee will officiate the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Desert Gateway Baptist Church.

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Employment General Arizona Health Care provides services to adults with severe mental illness and developmental disabilities. We are accepting applications for Behavioral Health Tech and Behavioral Health Paraprofessionals valley wide. Applicants must have HS diploma/GED, AZ Driv. Lic., good driving record, be at least 21 years old. Prefer candidates with scheduling flexibility and weekend availability. Some training required. Visit our website at www.ahccms.org to apply or send your resume to HumanResources@ahccms.org EOE

Announcements Prayer Announcements O Holy St Jude! Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor for all who invoke you, special patron in time of need; to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart, and humbly beg you, to whom God has given such great power, to come to my assistance; help me now in my urgent need and grant my earnest petition. I will never forget thy graces and favors you obtain for me and I will do my utmost to spread devotion to you. Amen. St. Jude, pray for us and all who honor thee and invoke thy aid. (Say 3 Our Father's, 3 Hail Mary’s, and 3 Glory Be’s after this.)

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