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Official quits, questions Mesa’s respect for history
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ate Singleton seemed like the perfect person to rebuild Mesa’s historic preservation program when she started her job with the city in April. She drew accolades for her work over a 41year career devoted to preserving history in Dallas, Fort Worth and Austin, Texas. But less than four months on the job, Singleton resigned — accusing city officials of hindering her attempts to overhaul Mesa’s outdated preservation program and refusing to listen to her ideas. ”I have encountered reluctance to change or strengthen regulations, even when that was the logical approach and required by the city’s status as a certified local government and federal law,’’ Singleton wrote in a stinging letter of resignation to Planning Director Nana Appiah
dated July 29 with an effective date of Aug. 4. “It appears the city administration does not fully understand what a good, well run historic preservation program should be and there is ongoing surveillance from those in the city who are concerned that the program would disrupt the status quo, a factor that has hampered the program.’’ Mesa City Manager Chris Brady said Mesa has had a
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Kate Singleton, standing in front of the historic Nile Theater in downtown Mesa, quit her job as city historic preservation program director out of frustration with the city’s seeming lack of concern for preserving its historical treasures. (Kimberly
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esa Public Schools bought 150 new buses for the new school year, thanks to voter approval of a bond issue last November. But 50 can’t be used yet because the district has no one to drive them. Although bus driver shortages are plaguing districts across the East Valley, Assistant Superintendent Scott Thompson said it’s important to fill these roles as soon as possible. Not only is it crucial for ensuring students make it to school on time, but filling the jobs eases the burden on existing drivers, who have to cover multiple bus routes, he said.
“Right now, most of our drivers we’re dealing with are driving full time plus overtime,” Thompson said of what are normally part-time positions. The district has changed the start and end times at almost all of its schools — with some starting as early as 7:30 a.m. — to compensate for the shortage. Most times, though, have only been adjusted by 10 to 15 minutes. “We have taken start times and switched to a three-tiered system,” Thompson said. “Past schedules meant most drivers could deliver only to two schools because of the school times.” “Having less people delivering more kids has helped with the shortage,” he continued.
While bus driver shortages in Arizona districts are not new, Thompson said it’s hard to pinpoint an exact cause for the deficit. “Right now, there is a national bus driver shortage — it’s not unique to Mesa or even to Arizona,” he said. “This is happening across the country and there is a lot of speculation.” Competition from the other districts is one factor, Thompson explained. Meeting the requirements of the 2016 voterapproved minimum wage referendum is another. MPS has increased drivers’ pay by $1.50 this year, but they still only earn slightly above minimum wage. MEDICATION A
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he managers of an assisted-living home in Chandler are facing criminal charges after a resident died last summer from heat exhaustion. Joseph and Lolita Somera were indicted by a grand jury this week for contributing to the death of 69-year-old Jon Rader, who died under the couple’s care while staying at Happy Homes Assisted Living. Mechanical problems knocked out the home’s air-conditioning unit on Aug. 16, 2018, according to the Arizona Attorney General’s Office. As a result, the temperature in Rader’s room rose to 100 degrees. Rader and four other residents were allegedly left in the hot house for two days until Lolita Somera called 911 on Aug. 18. Rader was found unresponsive and died later that day from renal complications and pneumonia. It was later determined by authorities that heat exposure contributed to Rader’s death. The Someras were each charged in Maricopa County Superior Court with one count of vulnerable adult abuse, a Class 3 felony. If convicted, the husband and wife could each face a presumptive prison sentence of 3.5 years. The Tribune attempted to call Happy Homes and no one answered the phone.
lated to resident care. The state fined Happy Homes a civil penalty of $250 in October 2018 for not fixing food temperatures, state records show. Rader is not the only individual in Chandler to die while under the care of an assisted-living home within the last year. Samuel Contreras, JOSEPH SOMERA LOLITA SOMERA 85, died in January According to the Arizona Department after he snuck out of Amore Manor on of Health and Human Services, the home Washington Street and was found dead in a canal. He suffered from dementia has closed and is no longer in operation. Public records show Happy Homes, lo- and had tried to get out of the home becated at 2120 West Shannon Street, was fore. formed in 2013 and had been licensed to At the time he escaped, the Chandler serve no more than 10 residents. Police Department found out one careIt charged between $2,950 and $3,600 giver was on shift to care for 23 residents. a month, depending on the level of care, Investigators contacted the Departaccording to its website. ment of Health Services with concerns A couple weeks after Rader’s death, about the home’s staff-to-patient ratios, the Health Department inspected Happy police reports show. Homes and issued 11 citations for variA couple days after Contreras’s death, ous infractions. the stated issued more than 20 citations Some of the violations included not re- during an inspection of the home. These frigerating food at proper temperatures, citations have yet to be corrected, accordnot controlling water temperatures and ing to the state’s website. failing to document it had policies in A message left with Amore Manor’s place for employees to file complaints re- manager was not returned.
Ex-Mesa teacher is arrested for sex assault
BY JIM WALSH Tribune Staff Writer
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longtime Mesa elementary school teacher was arrested on a warrant and accused of sexual assault, but the case has nothing to do his job at Irving Elementary School. Michael Patrick Driscoll, 48, who was a fifth-grade teacher at Irving, was indicted in July by a Maricopa County grand jury on the sexual assault charge and was arrested Aug. 7 when the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Task Force served the warrant at the school. Driscoll is accused of inappropriately touching a 19-year-old female relative on Sept. 5 at his home in the 2000 block of East Lockwood Street, according to court documents. The victim told police that Driscoll served her some whiskey at a wake, after the death of a family member. The victim reported that she agreed to lie down on a couch that night be-
cause of her relationship with Driscoll and fell asleep. But the victim was startled when she woke up and discovered she was being touched inappropriMICHAEL PATRICK ately, the DRISCOLL court records said. Driscoll later apologized the victim and told her he knew she would “never make something like this up,’’ but he also said he was “intoxicated and does not remember touching the victim,’’ the court document said. The court document said Driscoll
made the same statement to detectives when he was questioned about the incident. Bond was set at $100,000. Detective Nik Rasheta, a Mesa police spokesman, said Driscoll initially was arrested in December, after the victim reported the incident to police. But police did not book Driscoll into a jail immediately and decided instead to submit a report to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office for evaluation. Prosecutors decided months later to seek an indictment against Driscoll. Rasheta said police did not notify Mesa Public Schools about the investigation earlier because the allegations had nothing to do with Driscoll’s job as a teacher. Helen Hollands, a Mesa Public Schools spokeswoman, said Driscoll no longer works for the district. She said the governing board considers Driscoll to have resigned due to “job abandonment,’’ effective the day of his arrest.
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strong commitment toward historic preservation for decades and he can’t understand why anyone would question it. He said the city’s eight historic districts are ample evidence of Mesa’s commitment and that Singleton’s hire just did not work out well. “There’s no question about it. You can see it in our actions,’’ Brady said. He said Singleton “wasn’t a good fit’’ and was trying to expand her authority by advocating for historical reviews on city bond projects, which are not required by law. Federal law requires formal historical reviews when federal money is spent on major projects, such as the recent Metro light rail expansion to Gilbert Road. When city money is involved, experts at the Mesa Museum of Natural History and others will be consulted on a case by case basis if there is a suspicion that a city project might disrupt ruins, Brady said. “We do a very good job at historical reviews,’’ he said. Singleton’s resignation has upset other preservations, notably members of the city Historic Preservation Advisory Board. It also has illustrated a tension between advocates of a more robust historic preservation program and most city officials’ desire to push forward with projects they say will breathe new life into some of Mesa’s deteriorating neighborhoods while delivering much-needed facilities to newer ones. For example, Mesa has no intention of imposing more regulations that would slow down construction of new facilities, such as parks, libraries and police and fire stations, approved by voters, Brady said. In an interview, Singleton, 65, said the city needs to decide if it even wants a historic preservation program after officials refused to listen to her suggestions. She is headed back to Fort Worth to work as a preservation consultant. “I felt like every time I brought something up, I was told, ‘We can’t do that, we don’t do it that way in Mesa,’’’ Singleton said. “I think the city might need to do some soul searching. They really need to decide if they want to do this.’’ Although Mesa has several historic districts and some notable landmarks, it has no cohesive plan to tie preservation efforts together or support historic neighborhoods, Singleton said. City Councilwoman Jen Duff, who represents downtown Mesa and lives in a his-
Singleton’s resignation has upset Greg Marek, a former historic preservation officer who chairs the Historic Preservation Advisory Board in Mesa. (Tribune file photo)
toric district, said she is convinced Appiah is committed to improving the historic preservation program. “I think Nana has historic preservation as a priority,’’ Duff said, adding that he needs more time as the city seeks a replacement for Singleton. Duff, a longtime advocate of historic preservation, said the city needs to find the right person who can combine a knowledge of historic preservation with an ability to navigate the nuances of city government. “We didn’t have a historic preservation officer for 10 years. A lot of things fell through the cracks,’’ Duff said. “I think it’s been a rough 10-12 years.’’ Singleton’s resignation frustrated the city’s Historic Preservation Advisory Board. When Singleton started her job, board Chairman Greg Marek, a former historic preservation officer, thought he finally had someone who could make progress after years of indifference. Board members openly questioned the city’s commitment to historic preservation in the wake of Singleton’s resignation. “Why continue wasting my time?’’ wondered board member Milagros Zingano. “The time I invested, it doesn’t pay off.’’ Appiah sought to reassure the board that the city is working towards finding a replacement for Singleton. “I have received nothing but great support for historic preservation,’’ Appiah said. “Unfortunately, this is a setback.’’ Despite Singleton’s resignation, “we see
historic preservation as very critical,’’ he said. The historic preservation position remained unfilled for years since the 2008 Great Recession and only recently was restored. It was filled by longtime former Planning Director John Wesley on an interim basis before his retirement. Appiah replaced Wesley eight months ago. Marek said he is concerned that the city apparently does not have a standard procedure for running development proposals through the historic preservation officer. He noted that Hohokam canals were found, documented and protected during the construction of Mesa Riverview a decade ago. He said the same procedures should be followed as the city builds a series of major public improvements in the next few years. Such reviews can occur during the planning process and don’t necessarily cause delays, Marek asserted, adding: “They are saying all the right things, but I want to see action.” But Brady said there is no need to change city policies. He envisions the historic preservation officer working as a team with the planning director to flag projects when they could potentially unearth historical artifacts. One area where everyone seems to agree is the need to revamp the city’s 25-year-old historic preservation ordinance and the design standards associ-
ated with it. “The ordinance here was done in 1994. It’s had no substantive changes. It needs to be updated,” Singleton said. Chris Cody, assistant director of the Arizona State Historic Preservation Office, said the Mesa program needs an overhaul, and pledged to help in any way possible. “You are in desperate need of an update,’’ Cody told the board at a recent meeting. He described the present Mesa regulation as “a dormant ordinance.’’ “This is the start of a journey,’’ he said. “Right now, you have the best efforts of your staff. This is the old model.’’ Although a newly updated ordinance is vital to reinvigorating the Mesa program, a commitment to historic preservation is also paramount, Cody said. “You can’t just have an ordinance in name only. You have to use it,’’ Cody said. Brady strongly disagreed with Cody’s description of Mesa’s ordinance, saying it was used when City Creek Reserve documented the historical significance of 13 homes along Udall Street. Those homes were demolished to make room for The Residences at Main Street, a redevelopment project west of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple. “Maybe it needs to be updated, but the word ‘dormant’ is a misrepresentation,’’ Brady said. Christine Zielonka, Mesa’s development services director, said that she and Appiah met for two hours with state officials about the future direction of Mesa’s program. She said Mesa plans to apply for a state grant that focuses on re-writing the city’s historic preservation ordinance. But Singleton cited the City Creek Reserve project as an example of where Mesa went wrong on historic preservation. She said she was taken aback when a city official told her that it was OK to demolish homes in the Temple Historic District because only the larger homes on First Avenue were worth saving. She said Mesa is clearly behind other Arizona cities, such as Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff and Prescott, in historic preservation, and is not getting the maximum benefit from carving out a clear identity and a unique sense of place. “People want authenticity. You are selling a quality of life,’’ Singleton said. “What do you think Prescott sells itself on? Besides the cool weather, it’s the historic downtown.’’
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2 nonprofits band together to feed needy BY JIM WALSH Tribune Staff Writer
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omeless and other hungry, needy people may soon dine on perfectly good prepared meals that otherwise would have been thrown away. Mesa’s United Food Bank and Scottsdale’s Waste Not, both nonprofits, are merging in hopes of streamlining operations and supplying meals to other charities that feed the hungry. While United Food Bank has rescued nearly out of date foods from grocery stores for years and supplied soup kitchens and other charities, Waste Not specializes in salvaging prepared meals — such as those prepared by catering services for parties and conventions, or excess food cooked but never sold at sports venues. “We just want to increase the number of meals we can get to the people who need it most,’’ Kate Thoene, executive director of Waste Not, said last week when the program was announced. She said Waste Not can accept food that has been cooked, but not food that has been served, because of health regulations. That eliminates food from pot luck lunches and people’s homes. “It’s essentially over-production’’ by licensed kitchens, Thoene said. Last year, Waste Not recovered 3.5 million pounds of edible food from catering services and other food purveyors, tak-
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“The primary thing for us is that the minimum wage increase is making it hard for us to maintain a minimum wage for our classified employees, such as bus drivers and cafeteria workers,” he previously told the East Valley Tribune. Come January, the minimum wage will increase to $12 per hour. The only way for the district to attract future bus drivers, Thompson expressed, is to pass a 15 percent budget override this November. “Without the override, it would be extremely difficult for us to make any serious adjustments to the hourly rate we’re paying our drivers,” he said. “The override is our only chance to be competitive with our hourly rate. Ours is anywhere from a dollar to two dollars below many of the districts around us — but those districts also have 15 percent overrides and we only have 10.” MPS has been operating under a 10 percent budget override since 1995, but needs an additional 5 percent to stay afloat.
United Food Bank, which has long served hungry people in the region, now has made a powerful alliance with another hunger-fighting nonprofit, Waste Not. (Special to the Tribune)
ing it the same day to such charities as the Boys and Girls Club, the UMOM family shelter in Phoenix, the United Methodist Church in Tempe and some transitional living centers in Mesa. The new collaboration makes Waste Not an affiliate of the United Food Bank, allowing it to use United Food Bank’s west Mesa warehouse and its extensive distribution network in the East Valley and eastern Arizona. Between the two of them, the agencies recovered 8 million pounds of food, said Dave Richins, CEO of United Food Bank, who sees potential for increasing that significantly by expanding Waste Not’s reach
into the East Valley. “I think the East Valley is underserved by this product,’’ Richins said. “If I can bring more resources into the East Valley, I will do it.’’ He said Mesa’s strong assortment of nonprofits, such as A New Leaf and Save the Family, could benefit from additional prepared meals. A New Leaf, for instance, operates a domestic violence shelter and the East Valley Men’s Center for homeless men. Paz de Cristo, Mesa’s soup kitchen, could obtain prepared foods and give it to the homeless and working poor after they dine on their evening meal, prepared by a rotating list of churches and other com-
would equal $5.17 per month, or $62 per year, per $100,000 of assessed valuation. Thompson attributes last year’s the failure — the first in Mesa since the first override was approved in 1995 — to confusMesa Public Schools is advertising for bus drivers, but it has to compete with districts that ing ballot lanoften pay their bus drivers more. (Special to the Tribune) guage. So it will ask voters to approve the overThe override election lost by about ride in November — a year after it was 2,600 votes. sunk by voters at the same time its bond If the budget increase does not pass this issue passed. time around, the district must cut $37 milThe override would provide $54 million lion from the budget over the next three per year for the next five years, and then years — a serious blow to not only bus drivphase down by one-third each in the sixth ers’ salary, but employees across the board. and seventh years. “At this point the override not passing The additional cost to property owners [in last year’s election] has not impacted
munity organizations, Richins said. “Food security is a logistics question,’’ Richins said. “We have enough food. It’s a matter of getting it to the people who need it most.’’ While people seem willing to fight and argue about just about anything in a polarized society, most people agree that no one should go hungry, he said. Richins said it is a natural fit for United to add Waste Not as an affiliate because both organizations target hunger, but in a different manner. United’s role has been to deliver uncooked groceries to other food banks and social service agencies, where it is either cooked or distributed in food boxes to the disadvantaged. “The reason a nonprofit exists is to provide a solution to a community need and our two organizations have both worked tirelessly for many years to answer the same need, but in different, complementary ways,” said Christina La Porte, Waste Not Board President. “Last year, Waste Not recovered 3.5 million pounds of prepared food that would have otherwise gone to waste — a record in the agency’s 32-year history,” added Kate Thoene, executive director at Waste Not. “I’m thrilled to be working with United Food Bank, who prioritizes collaboration and sees this expanded partnership and prepared food rescue as an avenue to move the needle on hunger relief in Arizona.”
us yet,” said Thompson. “But if we’re not successful this coming November, we will be implementing a one third of the overall override cut, which is about a $12.5 million cut over three years.” Overall, Thompson said the community has been “understanding” of the district’s efforts to accommodate the bus driver shortage — which often becomes more acute in a good economy, when people can find better paying jobs. But he encourages people to apply to be bus drivers because it is meaningful work. “While the wages aren’t as competitive as we’d like them to be, we still have a lot of people driving for us and they find a great satisfaction about being a part of kids’ lives,” Thompson said. “They have a big influence on a kid’s day,” he continued. “I don’t think people understand the job satisfaction they get from being a big part of kids’ lives and contributing to the education of kids throughout the community.” The override election will take place on Nov. 5 and is a mail-ballot only. Voters must be registered by Oct. 9.
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new federal court ruling — coupled with a provision in the state constitution — could give Arizonans new legal protections against the use of software by private firms that captures and stores facial images. The ruling came in a lawsuit that some Illinois residents filed against Facebook for invasion of privacy. They claim the company’s practice of scanning uploaded photos to match against those already in its database violates that state’s laws against the collection of anyone’s biometric information by a private company without written consent. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals earlier this month rejected a bid by Facebook to have the case thrown out. In a sometimes strongly worded opinion, the judges said there is reason to believe that such practices are an invasion of privacy rights and that such an invasion can be considered a harm victims can litigate. Arizona does not have a similar law. But Attorney General Mark Brnovich pointed out that Arizona has a specific right to privacy built into the state constitution. And if that isn’t enough, Brnovich said state lawmakers should take action to
enact a specific statute spelling out what private companies can — and cannot — do with someone’s biometric information, similar to what exists in Illinois. “I don’t think it’s too much to ask that people respect our privacy,’’ he said. House Speaker Rusty Bowers, R-Mesa, actually tried to do that earlier this year with legislation to restrict putting biometric information into a database for commercial purposes and generally prohibiting that information from being sold, leased or disclosed for commercial purposes without the individual’s consent. HB 2478 cleared the House Technology Committee without dissent. But a spokesman for Bowers said he yanked the measure from consideration before it got to the House floor “to give stakeholders more time to improve it.’’ Brnovich told Capitol Media Services much is at stake. “We’re talking about facial recognition, voice recognition, the way you walk, your mannerisms, maybe when it starts coming down to issues like DNA and blood information,’’ he said. “And that’s the kind of stuff that, if it’s compromised or stolen, you can never get back.’’ For example, Brnovich said, if credit card information is stolen, the user can cancel the card and get a new one.
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Mesa schools revising counselors’ role BY JORDAN HOUSTON Tribune Staff Writer
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ontinuing its ongoing efforts to address students’ mental health needs, Mesa Public Schools is adding a new counselor model to better serve its students. The district is incorporating the American School Counselor Association National Model, a “best-practice approach” that homes in on a combination of academic support, social-emotional learning and post-secondary planning. Up until now, explained Director of Opportunity and Achievement Michael Garcia, the district left it up to individual schools and counselors to operate in the way they felt was best. “One of the things we have the challenge of doing in Mesa is we’re large — so to provide invaluable services to our students, we have to have systems in place,” he said. “We can’t do our best work if there is not a system guiding this work.” Garcia told the school, board last week that Mesa is among the top 10 cities in the country to have experienced the highest increase in poverty rate since 2010. More than 81,000 Mesa residents, and nearly 14,000 families, are considered to live in poverty. On top of this, the East Valley is seeing
the highest teen suicide rate in the state. “There is a great demand for raising awareness of what counselors actually do and what their role is,” said Garcia. “Today, counselors should be an integral part of collaborating with teachers and leadership.” Garcia said the model is particularly effective because it expands the role of a counselor beyond a one-dimensional format. “Counselors previously weren’t given the mission to support social emotional needs — it wasn’t formally what they were being asked to do,” he explained. “And then the elementary schools were doing a great job at supporting those social-emotional needs, but not as good of a job for the academic needs.” He said up to now, “counselors might have been hyper-focused on one of the three areas — whether it was social emotional learning, academic support or postsecondary support.” Under ASCA, counselors will not only focus on tasks such as finding college scholarships or writing letters of recommendations, but they will also work alongside teachers in teaching core curriculum in classrooms. How they fulfill these roles though, will vary on the specific needs of each school.
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Ofice Depot visited Falcon Hill Elementary School Aug. 9 to equip students with 600 backpacks stuffed with school supplies as part of the retailer’s Start Proud program. Parents also got a $20 gift card to buy even more supplies for their children and teacher Pamela Clabaugh got a gift certificate for $1,500 to buy premium supplies for her classroom. Above right, Stephen Mohan, executive vice president of Office Depot’s business solutions division, hands out a bankpack while, below, Heather Sparano does the same (Pablo Robles/ Tribune Staff Photographer)
“Ideally, we will have our counselors go to work with teachers and principals and develop a plan for what their counseling model looks like through counselor-administrator agreements,” he said. “Which will clarify what percentage of time the counselors are going to be spending on specific tasks — their plan is going to be different for every school.” “That is the magic in the ASCA model, it’s based on the actual needs of the community,” Garcia added. “A school where we have a high degree of drug use in the homes might require a completely different program compared to a campus where bullying is an issue.” The ASCA website outlines examples of “appropriate” counselor services, such as tailored counseling for students who are tardy or absent, collaborating with teachers to present school counseling core curriculum lessons, analyzing grade-point averages in relationship to achievement, interpreting student records, providing teachers with suggestions for classroom management and providing individual and small-group counseling services to students. The district has already added 37 new elementary school counselors — a move that Garcia considers a major win. “Every student at every age — in fact,
every human at every age — has needs that need to be supported,” said the director. “Although we do our best to prepare our teachers to meet those needs in the classroom, counselors have a higher degree of expertise in these areas and can provide mentorship and guidance.” “They have the ability because they do not have a class to be responsible for,” he continued. The ASCA model will be implemented throughout a two-year rollout. By the 2021-2022 school year, all school counselors will be expected to have the “prerequisite skills” in order to effectively run their own programs without intervention from the district, Garcia explained. The ultimate goal, he continued, is to have counselors ready to apply for the Recognized ASCA Model Program, a prestigious recognition program for individual schools. “RAMP means outside evaluators will come in and evaluate our counseling programs,” said Garcia. “If a school becomes a RAMP school, then it’s distinguished among some of the stronger counseling programs in the country.” While additional counselors are not going to “cure everything,” concluded Garcia, they are a “piece to the puzzle” in terms of producing healthy, happy students.
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Chandler buys land in Gilbert for new school BY KEVIN REAGAN Tribune Staff Writer
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he Chandler Unified School District will be spending $4.4 million on land in Gilbert to construct a new elementary school for a growing student population. Though enrollment rates are dropping in other parts of the district, the CUSD governing board last week unanimously approved buying 14.5 acres for a school that could accommodate almost 1,000 students. The 14-acre parcel is located on the northeast corner of Ocotillo Road and 148th Street. CUSD Chief Financial Officer Lana Berry said enrollment at three schools near Val Vista Drive is reaching maximum capacity and more families are projected to move to this area in the near future. “It’s the location that we feel is best, with what land is left, to meet the needs of a growing community in the south,” Berry said. “The south is where we are still growing.”
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“But if someone steals the information on my voice or voice identity, my facial patterns and stuff, that’s something that I can’t change,’’ he explained. “And that’s something that’s lost forever.’’ That’s exactly the logic used by Judge Sandra Ikuta in writing the unanimous opinion for the 9th Circuit in allowing the lawsuit against Facebook to proceed. “Biometric data are biologically unique to the individual,’’ Ikuta wrote. “Once compromised, the individual has no recourse, is at a heightened risk for identify theft and is likely to withdraw from biometric-facilitated transactions.’’ Brnovich said the possible harms go far beyond that. He said that once someone has digitized a person’s face, voice and mannerisms, it’s a small step to use artificial intelligence to create an image that mimics someone’s behaviors and patterns. “There’s something really creepy about that,’’ he said. According to court records, the specific issue here involves Facebook practice to analyze uploaded pictures to see if they contain faces. If so, Ikuta said the technology extracts
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The blue box indicates the area in Gilbert where Chandler will buy 14 acres for a new school. (Google Maps.)
The parcels consist of undeveloped land on the west side of Gilbert. Berry said Maracay Homes intends to build houses soon in this area and wants to make sure an elementary school will be close enough to serve the new residents. Families want a neighborhood school that’s less than a couple miles away, Berry
various geometric data points that make a face unique, like the distance between the eyes, nose and ears to create a face signature or map. Then the technology compares that to other faces in its database of face templates to see if there is a match, at which point Facebook may suggest “tagging’’ the person in the photo. Ikuta said that process creates privacy concerns. “Once a face template of an individual is created, Facebook can use it to identify that individual in any of the other hundreds of millions of photos uploaded to Facebook each day, as well as determine when the individual was present as a specific location,’’ she wrote. “Facebook can also identify the individual’s Facebook friends or acquaintances who were present in the photo.’’ And it’s not just what can happen now she said, given how technology is developing. “It seems likely that a face-mapped individual could be identified from a surveillance photo taken on the streets or in an office building,’’ Ikuta said. “Or a biometric face template could be used to unlock the face recognition lock on the individual’s cellphone,’’ she contin-
said, and if CUSD can’t offer that then parents will take their children elsewhere. “It’ll either be us or it’ll be a competitor,” Berry added. Funds for the land acquisition will come from a $196-million bond passed by voters in 2015. Students currently attending Weinberg
ued, adding: “We conclude that the development of a face template using facial-recognition technology without consent (as alleged here) invades an individuals’ private affairs and concrete interests.’’ And that kind of conduct, Ikuta said, is grounds for litigation. A spokesman for Facebook told Capitol Media Services the company plans to appeal the 9th Circuit decision. “We have always disclosed our use of face recognition technology and that people can turn it on or off at any time,’’ the spokesman said. Brnovich said, though, that an issue in this kind of cases is how easy it is to opt out. In fact, he wrote to Facebook last year complaining that it took 21 different clicks and screens for someone to be able to opt out of the company’s data collection policies. The company subsequently agreed to make some changes. That, however, still leaves the question of what rights Arizonans already have to sue over their images being collected, digitized and stored. “I have always believed that because we have that right to privacy that provides us more protection than the Fourth Amend-
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Elementary are expected to enroll at the new campus and Weinberg’s old facility will transform into an academy for gifted students. The district will have less than a year to build the new elementary school, as administrators expect to open the facility by July 2020. CUSD Associate Superintendent Frank Fletcher said it’s an “aggressive” construction schedule, but thinks it can be done if contractors break ground by November. The district recently initiated the process to spend $25 million on 73 acres near Gilbert and Brooks Farm roads for a new high school. That project is not expected to be done by 2021. As some districts in Arizona are dealing with shrinking enrollment, CUSD continues to build new facilities to hold more growth that’s projected to come. Since 1998, the district’s opened more than 20 schools. At the start of this school year, the district had about 46,200 students enrolled — an increase of about 5,000 students from six years earlier.
ment does,’’ Brnovich said, with the latter covering “unreasonable search and seizures’’ and requiring government agents to first obtain a warrant. Still, he conceded, it remains unsettled law to exactly how broad is that right to privacy — especially when it is being invaded not by a government agency but by private corporations. “One of the things that we have recently seen is government working with Big Tech and internet service providers to get information that affects individual rights,’’ Brnovich said. “So, we’re starting to see that line blur a little bit more and more when government is using Big Tech and internet service providers to pretty much do its bidding.’’ If nothing else, Brnovich said there needs to be a clear state law about how private companies can use information, particularly if they are making money selling it to others. “Well, if that’s the case, I should have some sort of property right,’’ he said. “So, if companies want to buy it, collect it, trade it, sell it, whatever they’re going to do with it, then I should know about it and maybe, ultimately, be provided some sort of compensation for it,’’ Brnovich said.
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Chandler man going international with orchestra BY SRIANTHI PERERA Tribune Contributor
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olin O’Donohoe seeks to unite people through the language of music. Recently, this mission took him from Tempe to Turkey. The Chandler man founded the Pangean Orchestra, or the “Immigrant Orchestra,” in the East Valley in 2010 and is re-establishing it in Istanbul. The Pangean Orchestra comprises musicians drawn from various countries who play their traditional instruments. They harmonize seemingly incompatible instruments, such as the stringed instrument, qanun, from Iraq; the percussion instrument, tabla, from India and the goblet drum, Djembe, from West Africa; and play music in new ways.
Think of a Chinese version of Irish music, or a Senegalese song played with American instruments. “I’m trying to create a new style of orchestra that speaks to the people of today,” O’Donohoe said. “A couple hundred years ago, orchestra was a cool thing to do. Now it seems to have connotations of upper class or something elegant. I want to take some of that elegance and make it more personable.” O’Donohoe, who divides his time between Chandler and Istanbul, is crowdfunding to enable members of his orchestra, both local and Turkish, to travel back and forth to perform concerts. He also organized a concert during the July 4th weekend at Tempe Historical Museum. It all began in 2001, when O’Donohoe
played in a Turkish band in Tempe, and was invited to visit Turkey. A band member who had municipal government contacts in Kusadasi, a western town in the country, recommended him when it sought to commission a piece of music for a chamber orchestra. He organized the concert last November. “It has opened doors for me,” O’Donohoe said. “Because I was given that first commission, it gave me some credibility with the Turkish musicians. They knew I was invited by the government and they could trust me. “When you’re an immigrant, you are starting from zero and you need to establish yourself and it doesn’t matter what you’re able to establish before because
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Colin O’Donohoe, the creator of The Pangean Orchestra composed of musicians from various cultures, is founding a group in Istanbul, Turkey. (Srianthi Perera)
Ashley Furniture gives 200 kids needed beds BY JORDAN HOUSTON Tribune Staff Writer
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t a time when homelessness across Arizona and the nation continues to rise, scores of displaced East Valley teens now have new beds to call their own. Ashley Furniture HomeStore’s Hope to Dream Program — the official charity for the company — last week donated 200 twin mattresses to Mesa-based Save the Family Foundation of Arizona. The donation, which included frames, sheet sets and pillows, is for children recently incorporated into the foundation’s housing and supportive services programs. “We just want to give a huge, heartfelt thanks to Ashley Furniture HomeStore for thinking of the Save the Family Foundation,” said foundation Executive Officer Jacki Taylor. “And for caring for the wellbeing of our children.” According to the Maricopa Association of Governments, 6,614 people were counted experiencing homelessness on the night of Jan. 21 — which is 316 more than during last year’s count. Unsheltered homelessness in Arizona has increased for the sixth straight year in a row.
Surveying on of the new beds are Everett Williams, regional director for Ashley Furniture HomeStore, and Jacki Taylor, executive director of the Save the Family Foundation of Arizona. At right, Diego Albarena puts one of the frames together. (Pablo Robles/ Tribune Staff Photographer)
The Hope to Dream program provides beds to children in need in communities across the country. With every mattress sold at Ashley HomeStore, the company donates a portion of the sales to the program. Children are then selected each month to receive a bed set. Hope to Dream spokeswoman Lauren Taylor told the East Valley Tribune that the program picked Save the Family be-
cause its values align with the charity’s mission. “Our goal is to give every child a bed — so our partnership with them [the Foundation] is great because they already have the families in need,” she said, adding: “A lot of people don’t realize how many families are out there without beds and how much it affects the child to grow up not having a place for them to sleep and that they can go back to at the end of the
day. When a child is able to wake up feeling good, they are able to do better in life.” The Save the Family Foundation of Arizona operates hundreds of housing units throughout the East Valley, according to its website, and provides rehousing, transitional housing and shelter for homeless families. On top of housing services, Save the Family offers financial literacy education, career development support, budgeting workshops, parenting classes and selfesteem coaching. “We serve families throughout the Valley,” said Jacki. “Our mission is to help families address poverty, overcome homelessness and achieve self sufficiency.” Nearly 55 percent of the organization’s clients are children.
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now you have to accomplish it in the new home,” he added. “That’s why I’m really grateful to get a commission from them because it was really my first big step towards being able to become a leader and conductor of my own projects in Istanbul.” O’Donohoe’s orchestra includes several musicians in Istanbul, Syrian refugees, Iranians and other immigrants. He wants to build a relationship between the two countries, but it hinges on his ability to raise the funding. If he can raise about $12,000, he can organize a concert series, he said, which could be repeated each season and be held in both countries, as well as Amsterdam in the Netherlands and Mali in West Africa, two places he has traveled to in connection with his experiments in mixing music. Among O’Donohoe’s local members of the Pangean Orchestra is Chinese flute/ pipa player Lai Ma; American musician of Irish music Brian Harris; Burundi drummer Pierre Gasimbo; turntablist DJ Akshen; and Iraqi Qanun player Ali Kamil. Harris, from Chandler, has been a member from the orchestra’s inception, after O’Donohoe persuaded him to do an Irish jig set at a concert in Phoenix.
He plays the Irish tin whistle, also known as a penny whistle, a 6-holed, end-blown wind instrument, similar to a recorder. The instrument is heavily associated with Irish and Scottish folk traditions, though it makes occasional appearances in other forms of music. “It was a blast! I was happy to be a part of it,” said Harris, who was hooked from that point. “I liked meeting the different musicians from around the world and the exposure to music I normally don’t get to hear. Though we all have different musical traditions, the love of music is the common thread for us all. That was a cool thing to experience,” he said. Gathering musicians from immigrant groups and inviting them to join an orchestra that would blend their music is not a smooth process. Trust is one of the basic challenges for O’Donohoe. “Musicians work so hard to dedicate their life to a specific style of music and they want to be taken seriously and they deserve to be taken seriously,” O’Donohoe said. “When you start to blend music, they don’t want to lose their identity, because it’s hard enough when they are in America. “They feel like they’ve already lost a bit of their identity or they’ve changed a little bit just to be in the new place,” he said.
In this instance, he tells them, “You’re going to have to give a little bit. There’ll be times when you don’t, there’ll be times where you can show exactly what you want to say. What you’ve been working on, you can do it unadulterated exactly the way you would wish it to be performed. Harris said that the music he plays in the orchestra is different from the traditional Irish music he plays. “And that’s what I like about the Pangean concept – that we are able to weave so many vastly different music traditions from around the world and create something new and exciting out of it,” he said. O’Donohoe also tells them to look at new ways of playing music. “Music is always evolving. Even if you stay in your own country, your music evolves every decade, that’s why we have the music of the ’80s, ’90s and so on,” he said. For O’Donohoe, the logistics of getting people together is another issue, and so is language. However, language is a challenge only at the beginning. “Once you have a piece of music and they listen to it, the language is not so important anymore because we’re performing. Now we don’t have to speak the same language because we’re playing music and this is what all of us were born to do and love to do,” he said. “Now we’re talking
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with our heart and soul and not so much with our brain and our mouth.” O’Donohoe, who has lived in Turkey since 2017, has also found love there. He’s engaged to an engineer from Antalya named Ceren Oztemir. Later this year, they plan to settle in Istanbul, but he will divide time with Chandler, where he has two young children from a previous marriage. As these plans are falling into place, O’Donohoe is researching music to play during the concerts. Among his favorites is “A Ballad for Chanakkale,” a Turkish folk song about the Battle of Gallipoli, which occurred during World War 1 on the Gallipoli Peninsula. He usually follows it with “And the Band Played Walzing Matilda,” which is written by an Australian singer and describes war as futile and horrible, and criticizes those who glorify it. Most of his songs have been chosen for their powerful messages. “I really feel that when people know each other from all parts of the world, it’s a lot harder to hate each other,” he said.
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Bed donations are always appreciated, explained the chief executive officer, because of the mushrooming bed bug epidemic. “One of the challenges for every nonprofit is providing appropriate beds for the families to sleep on,” Jacki said. “Because of the high incidences now of bed bugs, we’re no longer able to take used beds, mattresses or pillows.” “It’s really a challenge for us all,” she continued. “In some cases, we can provide them with a high-quality blow up mattress, but that’s nothing like having a frame and real mattress.” The Arizona Department of Agriculture website says bed bugs generally require extermination and can hide in tufts, seams and mattress folds; inside box springs; between bed covers, linens, pillowcases and pillowcase covers; in bed frame seams; underneath bed frame legs; behind headboards; and in pet bedding. The foundation is in need of donations of all kinds. “We take donations year-round,” said Jackie. “We always are in need of hygiene, cleaning supplies and clothing to help equip our families.” Information: savethefamily.org
100+ Women salute group that inspires hope
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ne in four girls and one in six boys will be sexually abused before the age of 18. Mental health, described by Crisis Response Network, is an “equal opportunity destroyer” impacting 18.5 percent of the population in a given year with suicide rates increasing by nearly 25 percent in the last two decades. The East Valley is fortunate to have two organizations committed to supporting individuals and families in crisis. Winged Hope is a local nonprofit whose primary programs focus on preventing and healing family violence. Crisis Response Network, Inc. is dedicated to helping individuals by inspiring hope powering transformation from hope to health through a continuum of crisis services. Both organizations not only help the victims, they also provide assistance and therapy to impacted family members. Combined, these nonprofits were the recipients of donations totaling $11,300 from 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun. Donations from 100+ Women Who Care will help Winged Hope expand their advo-
At the check presentation to Winged hope were, from left: Sam Friedberg and Telma Ganuza-Friedberg of 100+ Women Who Care; Jessica Nicely, CEO/Founder of Winged Hope; and Women Who Care members, Susan Barlow, Leann Landberg and Trenna Farrell. (Kim Tarnopolski/Special to SanTan Sun News)
cacy centers which provide a comforting space to help minimize distractions as victims disclose their tragedies. Crisis Response Network plans to utilize its donation to retrofit an emergency response vehicle to provide private areas for one-on-one counseling services, a phone area to contact family members and a hub for other community services to utilize during crisis events. To learn more about these organizations, volunteer opportunities and how they can help you or a loved one, visit
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wingedhope.org and crisisnetwork.org. 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun is a group of like-minded women who leverage their resources so their quarterly gifts of $100 per member add up to a significant donation to a local charity. Since the chapter’s inception in 2015, 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun has donated over $400,000 to nonprofits. The next giving circle in the East Valley is on Aug. 29 at JC’s Steakhouse, 25 E. Ray Road, Gilbert. To learn more or register as a guest: 100wwcvalleyofthesun.org.
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Saltmine Studio Oasis a well-kept secret in Mesa BY SHANE CROWE Tribune Contributor
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ucked into downtown Mesa, behind a nondescript steel door, sits an oasis once shared by the likes of DJ Khaled, Mike Posner and Megadeth. The Saltmine Studio Oasis is a threebuilding compound with five recording studios, two live-in facilities and a live venue. Upon passing through the gate into the massive courtyard, it’s clear why this is dubbed an “oasis,” with its three Mexican fountains and ample space. The many pictures and plaques covering the walls of the interior coupled with the scent of incense are invigorating and inviting. At the center of the operation is Don Salter, the man who has cultivated the evolution of this studio from its inception. Born into a family of musicians, his interest in music began when he learned to play the guitar and started writing songs in his teen years while attending University High School in Westwood, California. “It started in a bedroom in my house, and moved to the dining room of my house,” said Salter, a Gilbert resident. The studio was subsequently moved to a rental house and then two industrial spaces before finding its home in 2003. “Over the period of 17 years, we’ve been here and built an unbelievable, almost resort-style studio oasis,” Salter said. “It’s designed to be a chill space and a workspace for four different independent projects.” While all five of the studios are equipped to complete every part of the recording process, three of the studios are specifically tailored for the individual parts of the process: tracking, mixing and mastering. One of the two studios with live-in facilities also doubles as an Airbnb. Scattered throughout each studio are a myriad of vintage microphones and Salter’s lifelong collection of world-class analog instruments. “Our cup of tea is we have an enormous amount of the top-shelf equipment because that’s what people want when they’re trying to get a top-shelf sound,” he said. He’s earned a reputation for his stellar sound and abilities.
Don Salter of Gilbert has built his Saltmine Studio Oasis in Mesa with care and attention to detail over 17 years. (Special to the Tribune)
“(Don) knows how to get to me — he has all the good amps and guitars,” said Josh Kennedy, singer/guitarist of The Black Moods, who recorded its first EP at The Saltmine in 2005. “We’ve been in every crack and crevice in that place. You always find something new there,” he said. The courtyard of The Saltmine doubles as the Oasis Venue, which can fit 300 to 500 guests. But shows are sparse because noisy shows would disrupt studio business. Most of the time, the venue serves as a hangout spot for Studer the Studio Cat. Equally as impressive as The Saltmine’s facilities is the star-studded list of visitors who have utilized the studio including DMX, Mac Miller, Alicia Keys, Rev. Louis
Farrakhan and Steven Segal. The pictures of guests and plaques of successful albums like Lil Wayne’s “Tha Carter III” and DJ Khaled’s “Major Key” leave little negative space on the wall. The average rate is $85 an hour. “Beyond the fact that we’ve actually had people who are in different states or countries all over the world come here specifically to work with us at The Saltmine, the lion’s share of famous and world-famous artists is on tour,” Salter said, adding: “When they’re on tour they look for the top studio to do work at. We are generally considered the top studio in Arizona, which we are very happy and humbled by the thought.”
All five studios are equipped to complete every part of the recording process but three also are tailored for the individual parts of that process: tracking, mixing and mastering. (Special to
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Local country singer Ryan Sims can attest to the studio’s standing. “I have recorded in some of the finest studios in the United States, including the House of Blues in Nashville. “Don’s place stands up to everything,” he said. Sometimes artists will bring their own producers and engineers to The Saltmine, which Salter sees as a learning experience for both parties. When the artist leaves, Salter said, The Saltmine’s engineers and producers can take those ideas, shortcuts and suggestions, and pass them on to the independent acts to whom the studio caters. “You don’t have to be a five-star artist to receive five-star treatment at The Saltmine,” Salter said. He takes pride in giving first timers and independent acts the same treatment as the celebrity guests and competitive pricing for those without label representation, starting at $65 per hour. “We’re still going to treat them like royalty,” he said. “That’s what helps keep our reputation great. If you love your fellow man and your fellow artist first, they’re going to retrieve and send back that same love.” Sims recalls using every piece of equipment possible and accruing knowledge and techniques while recording an album with his band EastonAshe in 2006. “If you ask (Don) his two cents, he’ll give you three,” Sims said. Added Salter, “We keep a really positive vibe here. That’s our greatest secret weapon, is fantastic, creative vibes.” Salter and his studio have adapted to newer styles of music creation while not compromising on quality. According to Salter, about half of his calls are from people wanting to work that day, while the other half adheres to the practice of booking studio time in advance. “We have to do both — both styles of artists are out there,” said Salter, who credits his three-decade tenure and success to his wife of 28 years, Maria. “The planned, advanced-thinking and the spontaneous. We try to take care of all of them.”
The Saltmine Studio Oasis, 48 S. Macdonald, Mesa, 480.220.4007, thesaltmine.com.
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Fame has become a disease in the video age BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Tribune Columnist
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ou know what affliction never gets the attention it deserves? Fame. That’s a disease I hope never to catch. Sure, famous people probably don’t wait 45 minutes for a table at Oregano’s. And they get treated as VIPs when they go to a U2 concert or a sporting event. Even so, despite the benefits, being famous looks awful to me. Case in point: This week’s flap over CNN anchor Chris Cuomo flipping out when some jerk with a video camera called him “Fredo,” a reference to the dumb, traitorous Corleone son in "The Godfather." Lost in the altercation’s storm of f-bombs and testosterone — and Cuomo’s bizarre comparison that calling him Fredo was no different than slurring a black person with the n-word — is what touched off the inci-
dent to begin with. A random stranger approached another human being who was out with his wife and 9-year-old daughter and saw fit to insult him. This is only acceptable, you’ll note, because Cuomo is famous. He appears on a national television network every weeknight, reading the news from a teleprompter, interviewing newsmakers and regularly insulting the President of the United States. Thus, he’s fair game in our culture of 24/7 confrontation. As Cuomo put it on Twitter afterward: “Appreciate all the support but — truth is I should be better than the guys baiting me. This happens all the time these days. Often in front of my family. But there is a lesson: no need to add to the ugliness; I should be better than what I oppose.” Another case in point explaining the downside of fame: Last Saturday night at 11:30, Chandler police arrested a 60-yearold man for driving under the influence near Pecos Road and Arizona Avenue.
The man was observed speeding in a 2009 Chevy Tahoe. He also swerved out of his lane into the bike lane. Fortunately, no was struck, injured or killed. Such garden variety DUI arrests happen every Saturday night in virtually every city in the Valley. In fact, more than 26,000 Arizona drivers were busted for DUI in 2017. So why did this DUI make the news? Because the driver was a guy named Ron Minegar. Still don’t know who he is? Neither did I. It turns out Minegar is the executive vice president and chief operations officer for the Arizona Cardinals football team. In 2019, such a position makes him famous enough to draw headlines for his inexcusably poor decision to combine Tito’s vodka and driving. I should note that Minegar’s colleague Steve Keim, the team’s general manager, also was arrested for DUI in Chandler last year. And the Cardinals recently have had a series of off-field incidents and arrests, enough
for reporters to portray a team in chaos, struggling with a culture of recklessness. Even so, had Minegar been arrested in isolation, I imagine his mugshot still would have made the news all week, along with bodycam video of his failing field sobriety tests. That’s how fame — even low-level fame — works these days. It has a few benefits for which the famous face an additional level of public scrutiny not applied to the masses. Do I feel sorry for Cuomo and Minegar? No. Both men could have acted differently and avoided the headlines. Cuomo could have been more graceful. Minegar could have used an ounce of common sense and four ounces less vodka. The famous seem to be a source of endless fascination nowadays, approached ad nauseum, reported on endlessly, consumed like so many potato chips. Thoreau once wrote that the “mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.” I’ll pass on desperation, but the quiet certainly has its advantages.
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Red Mtn. hungry as Mesa football begins BY ZACH ALVIRA Tribune Sports Editor
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ed Mountain High School’s football program has tasted success in its first two years under coach Mike Peterson. Peterson led the Mountain Lions to the semifinals in his first season, despite Red Mountain heading into postseason as the No. 14 seed in 6A. Last year, his team knocked off Queen Creek before falling to Pinnacle in the quarterfinals. This season, however, Red Mountain is going for it all. “Our main goal is to try and go to state,” said Ty McElroy, a senior running back for Red Mountain. “That’s the only thing on our mind. We want that ring.” This season will be McElroy’s third at the varsity level. As a sophomore, he led the Mountain Lions in rushing with 632 yards and 7 touchdowns. He was poised for a breakout season as a junior, but he suffered a dislocated elbow the second
Red Mountain High School’s Mike Peterson, now in his third season as head coach of the football program, led the Mountain Lions to the playoffs in his first two seasons. (Zach Alvira/Tribune Staff)
week of the season against Cesar Chavez. The injury sidelined him until the final regular-season game against Westwood. But even then, he wasn’t 100 percent.
He spent the summer going to physical therapy for his elbow. He also spent time in the weight room strengthening his hips, which he also had trouble with in the past. Now stronger than he’s ever been, McElroy is poised to redeem himself on the field. “I feel like I have a lot to prove this year,” McElroy. “I’m going into this season with a chip on my shoulder. I just want to go out there and ball.” McElroy will be part of a three-headed monster out of the backfield with senior running back Deonce Elliott and sophomore Josiah Villanueva, who Peterson praised for a breakout year as a freshman. Each back should have the opportunity to put up big numbers this season, especially with a veteran offensive line blocking for them up front. Led by Arizona State commit Ben Bray, fellow tackle Jake Griffin and center Costen Cooley will anchor Red Mountain’s offensive line. Several new wideouts will step into starting roles this season for Red Moun-
Red Mountain senior running back Ty McElroy heads into the 2019 season with a chip on his shoulder after a dislocated elbow derailed his junior campaign. (Zach
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tain, with returning starter senior Ramses Rivera II leading the way. “We can’t platoon practice but we are
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Brenden Rice ready for football in Chandler BY ZACH ALVIRA Tribune Sports Editor
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ince he first stepped foot on Hamilton High School’s campus, Brenden Rice has been determined to create a strong legacy. He’s aimed to be a good person, a good friend and a good role model for all the players in the Huskies’ football program that are younger than him. That includes those who will come after he has already graduated. Most importantly, he wanted people to recognize him as Brenden Rice, not just San Francisco 49ers legend Jerry Rice’s son. “I came in my freshman year and that’s how people looked at me,” Rice said. “I wanted to be my own person so I started taking everything seriously. From the weight room to the field. I want to be known as a guy that gives his all 24/7.” Hamilton missed the playoffs last season after finishing 3-8 in Mike Zdebski’s first year as coach for the Huskies. But he, Rice and all the other returning
Brenden Rice caught 49 passes for 729 yards and 11 touchdowns last year as a junior. He currently has multiple Division I offers. (Zach Alvira/Tribune Staff)
players put last season behind them the day after they fell to Chandler in the season finale. Their focus has been on Chaparral, whom the Huskies open the season against on Friday, Aug. 23. From the field to the track and weight room, they’ve
continuously worked since that November day. And the seniors took what they learned from the previous class and have molded into leaders for the program with one goal in mind. Creating a name for yourself isn’t easy when you’re the son of a Hall of Famer. Even to this day, Rice is still referred to in headlines as “Jerry Rice’s son,” despite multiple scholarship offers from Power 5 schools. Rice was raised by his mother and stepfather, Rick Cunningham, who played eight seasons in the NFL, including three for the Arizona Cardinals. His son, Qualen Cunningham, graduated from Hamilton in 2013 and went on to play for Texas A&M. Qualen recently graduated from Texas A&M and now works as a personal trainer in Mesa. “That’s been my family since day one,” Rice said. “They’ve taught me how to stay level-headed and to always be humble. Especially when carrying the name ‘Rice,’ there are people that will look for any way they can to tear you down.” Rice said the Cunninghams have helped
Of the many talented returning players for Hamilton this season, Zach Lewis will be a difference-maker on both offense and defense for the Huskies. Lewis received his first Division I offer from Northern Arizona University in May. (Zach Alvira/Tribune Staff)
him mature and prepare for the next level. Most of that has come in the form of learning how to train, as well as eating
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trying to do that for a game where we can make adjustments for our offense and defense,” Peterson said. “Our best 11 guys will be on the field and we will balance it with that.” For now, Red Mountain’s quarterback competition remains open. Seniors Hyrum Boren and Devon Bracy, along with junior Evan Svoboda have continued fighting for the starting job. The Mountain Lions could also have sophomore Jalen Daniels in the mix after he finishes sitting out the mandatory five games due to the Arizona Interscholastic Association’s transfer rule. Daniels, the younger brother of former Red Mountain wideout Josh Daniels and safety Shaq Daniels, transferred from Chandler at the end of the 2018 season. “The quarterback spot is wide open,” Peterson said. “It doesn’t come down to arm strength, it comes down to knowing the playbook. The fewest mistakes of the playbook will earn the start.” Red Mountain has a history of being physical on defense, and this season will
have to be the same as they will be tested right away by Desert Ridge on Friday, Aug. 23. Peterson has looked upon returning starter George Ramirez to become the leader of the defense. Ramirez burst onto the scene last season as a sophomore, recording 77 tackles at linebacker in his first season at the varsity level. He now makes the move back to safety, which gives him the opportunity to play the ball in Red Mountain’s defensive scheme. “In our scheme, it’s not bad defense for your safety to lead the team in tackles,” Peterson said. “We look for big things from him.” Ramirez recognizes that despite being a junior, he’s one of the few starters on defense this season with experience at the varsity level. While he prefers to lead by example on the field, he has seen himself become more of a vocal leader. He knows the type of expectations the Red Mountain coaching staff has for all of the players, and he has taken it upon himself to help echo that to his new teammates.
“I expect these guys to try their hardest every day,” Ramirez said. “We’ve all been itching to get things going and now that it’s so close, we need to make sure we stay focused.” Peterson admits that every team has its own character. Not one of his teams in the past has been the same as another. One of the key characteristics he has noticed with this year’s team is how close they have become in short order. Part of that is because several of them have played together from a young age. The chemistry those players share has begun to rub off on everyone else. Each player now shares the same goal, regardless of age. They’re out to prove they can contend for a state title. “We have really come together,” Ramirez said. “We all push each other to reach our full potential. One main goal is to help these seniors get a ring. “We want this year to be special for them.” Red Mountain junior safety George Ramirez has seen himself emerge as a leader for the Mountain Lions’ defense as one of the few returning starters. (Zach Alvira/ Tribune Staff)
Mesa-area schools gearing up for a new season Mesa
Mesa High’s football program is under new leadership for the first time in three years, as Chad DeGrenier was hired as head coach after two seasons at Mesquite. DeGrenier hopes to lead the Jackrabbits back to the playoffs for the first time since 2015. Mesa will look to junior quarterback Gabby Mendoza to lead the offense for the second year in a row. On defense, senior linebacker Osaiasi Taueli will lead the way as one of the best in the state at his position. Taueli currently has offers from the CalBerkeley, NAU, UNLV and UTEP. Senior athlete Jaden Green, who is among the top long snappers in the country, will look to make plays all over the field for the Jackrabbits. Mesa opens the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against O’Connor.
Skyline
The second of three Mesa district schools to have a new head coach, Skyline High School’s football program is now under the direction of former Chandler High assistant George Hawthorne. Blake Roebuck has taken command of the Coyotes’ offense at quarterback, while senior wideouts Garrett Lindley and Williams McGown help on the outside.
Senior linebacker Alex Sanchez will lead a defense that lost several starters to graduation or transfer in the offseason. Along with Sanchez, safeties Jaden Murray and Zeke Branham are the only three returners for the Coyotes’ defense this season. Despite new starters on both sides of the ball, Hawthorne is confident in his team’s ability to compete at a high level on the field. Skyline opens the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against Mountain Ridge.
Mountain View
Several returning starters on both sides of the ball set up what could be a promising season for coach Mike Fell and the Mountain View Toros. Senior quarterback Brandon Nieto steps in to lead an offense that has all nearly all of its receivers back, as well as three starting offensive linemen. Defensive ends Malaki Ta’ase and Zach Peavler bring experience to the defensive line, while linebackers Josh Soelberg and Joey Syrek will fill the void left by Jeremiah Hollen, who graduated in May. The Toros aim to return to the playoffs after not making it last season. Mountain View opens the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against Corona del Sol.
Westwood
Westwood High’s football program has had consistency under alum Kyle Ide since he took over two seasons ago. But with several starters graduating in May, Ide will look to the few returners he has on both sides of the ball to lead the way this season. On offense, it starts with running back Victor Sanchez and wide receiver Jonny Collier. The Warriors will be led by seniors Josh Warren and Daniel Lerman on defense. The two combined for 51 tackles last season. Junior defensive end Cain Courtney also figures to cause problems for opposing offenses at defensive end this season for Westwood. The Warriors open the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against Queen Creek.
Dobson
Dobson High is the third Mesa school with a new head coach this year, as Bill Godsil made his way to the Mustangs’ program after spending the last two seasons at Coolidge. The Mustangs went 2-8 last year and are in search of a new quarterback after senior Nicolas Saro graduated in May. Leading rusher Damyian Duarte returns as a junior at running back while leading receiver Xavier Jimenez also returns as a junior.
On defense, the Mustangs will be led by leading tackler in 2018, Pierre McNeal at linebacker. Duarte will also see time on defense as well on what will likely be a young group for Dobson. The Mustangs open the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against Shadow Ridge.
Desert Ridge
The Jaguars had their worst season since Jeremy Hathcock took over the program in 2006. While Desert Ridge still made the playoffs, it finished just 3-9 on the year. Injuries were one of the main causes of the team’s struggles, but with several talented players returning, Desert Ridge may return to its old ways. Austin Kolb has improved tremendously since last season, as the junior appears to be more confident in the pocket. He should be, as he has Cal-commit Aidan Lee and Andrew Chino at his disposal. San Diego state commit Joquarri Price leads what will be a potent defense, along with linebacker Koby Hathcock, an Iowa State commit at long snapper, leading the charge at linebacker. The Jaguars are determined to change course from last season, and they will be tested right out of the gate. Desert Ridge opens the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against Red Mountain.
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healthy to maintain peak body performance. But his relationship with his father’s side of the family has improved. His brother, Jerry Rice Jr., offered to fly him out to California to work out together. He’s also received pointers from his father. On Jan. 21, Rice posted a picture of the two of them together. “I’m happy he’s in my life and that we solved our differences,” Rice said. As a junior, Rice caught 49 passes for 729 yards and 11 touchdowns. Hamilton struggled early on in the year, but every returning player vows this season will be different. Along with Rice, fellow senior Pierre Taylor and junior wideouts Zach Lewis and Brady Shough will be playmakers for the Huskies on offense. Senior running backs Sebastian Dorman and Gabriel Armenta will lead the backfield along with senior quarterback Nick Arvay.
Hamilton senior quarterback Nick Arvay is determined to reestablish the dynasty that the Huskies’ football program once was. (Zach Alvira/Tribune Staff)
Arvay admits the talent around him makes his job easier, but was quick to point out the offseason work of the Huskies’ offensive line. “They’ve been great,” Arvay said. “They give me all the time I need to make the
right reads. This whole team has been working.” Hamilton is lead up front by captains Dylan Mayginnes, a Washington State commit, and Finley Lecky, who has offers from the University of San Diego and
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Chandler-area schools gearing up for season Chandler
Chandler High School’s football program is reloaded after losing a flurry of senior talent from last year’s state-title team. Junior quarterback Mikey Keene will take over the Wolves’ offense, following in the footsteps of BYU-bound Jacob Conover, who led the Wolves to three consecutive championships. Keene will benefit from starpower around him, with running back Jaheim Brown-Taylor and wideouts Quaron Adams, Gunner Maldonado and Kyion Graves among the many weapons on offense. Maldonado will also help anchor a potent Wolves’ defense, along with Wisconsin-commit Malik Reed and Tate Romney, one of the best linebacking duos in the state. Chandler enters the 2019 season ranked No. 49 in the country, according to MaxPreps. With Rick Garretson taking over as head coach, Chandler will remain a favorite to win the Open Division title this season. The Wolves open the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against Liberty (Henderson, Nev.)
Basha
Basha High’s football program had a strong start to the Chirs McDonald era, winning its first five games and challenging fellow Premier Region teams. Gabe Friend returns as a senior to lead the Bears’ offense, along with athletes such as Andrell Barney, Camden Mateen and Micah Harper. Barney, Mateen and Harper will also see time on defense. Harper, who has several Division I offers, is one of the top-rated cornerbacks in Arizona for the 2020 class. Seniors Matt Depodesta, James Knos and Mikey Sliskovic will anchor both the offense and defensive lines for the Bears this season as two-way
starters. Basha opens the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against North.
Perry
and Jack Littleton, two of the top tacklers last season, return to man the defense. The Colts open the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against 5A power Centennial.
Is this the year the Pumas dethrone district-rival Chandler? The Pumas lost talent to graduation, but like have also reloaded on both sides of the ball. Senior quarterback Chubba Purdy, who committed to Louisville in the summer, will make plays all year long for the Pumas along with wideout Jorden Young and running back Peyton Hill. Perry lost four of its top tacklers from last year’s 6A runner-up team, and will now turn to defensive back Andrei Mayberry and linebackers Cole Sabetta and Jackson Ford to lead the charge. The Pumas remain in contention to make the first-ever Open Division playoff. Perry opens the season on Friday, Aug. 23 with a showdown against Pinnacle.
4A - Seton Catholic
5A - Casteel
3A - Valley Christian
Casteel High’s football program has been one of the top in the state since its 3A state title season in 2017. The Colts went 9-3 in their first season in 5A in 2018, and will reload on both sides of the ball with its first senior class now graduated. Junior Dane Christiansen takes over at quarterback for Washington State-bound Gunner Cruz. Fellow junior Jayce Knutsen will man the backfield with Christiansen, as he is coming off a sophomore season where he was the leading rusher for the Colts. Casteel will benefit from junior tackle Brock Dieu up front, who has become one of the top prospects for the 2021 class after impressive outings at offseason big man competitions. Linebackers Dalton Card
Pete Wahlheim makes his return to Seton Catholic as head coach after coaching the Sentinels from 2001-06. He leads a team with several new starters, including senior quarterback Joey Lalicatta. But the return of senior running back Keyshon Upchurch, along with sophomore Mikey Castro, will provide a potent rushing attack for the Sentinels. On defense, Seton is led by linebacker Sam Zadel, who Wahlheim described as a “downhill, nasty type of kid.” He, along with 6-foot-5, 240-pound junior defensive tackle Matteo Ortiz, will wreak havoc for opposing offenses. Seton opens up the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against St. Mary’s. Vinnie LaGatta did a little bit of everything last season for Valley Christian, as he was the team’s leading rusher, threw for 688 yards and had 461 receiving yards. Now a senior, he will likely be called upon by second-year coach Kirk Sundberg once again, as the Trojans said goodbye to quarterback Peyton Hanzal and wideout Matt McCreight when they graduated. While LaGatta holds down the offense, defensive back Justin Stinson will do the same for the Trojans on defense. Stinson is one of the top players at his position, and has been offered by Abilene Christian University and New Mexico State. The Trojans have long been one of the top teams in the 3A Conference, and will look to carry on that tradition in 2019.
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Lake Forest College, among others. While size, talent and experience headlines Hamilton’s offense, it also carries over to its defense. Senior defensive end Sam Winegarden and linebacker Jeremiah Trojan lead a Husky defense that is poised to have a breakout season. At 6-foot-4, 235 pounds, Trojan is a force both off the edge and in coverage for Hamilton. Before he committed to UCLA in May, he was gaining interest from nearly 20 schools across the country. Trojan, Winegarden and senior defensive end Alex Wielert can be a nightmare for opposing linemen. Meanwhile, in the secondary, Lewis leads a talented group of defensive backs. “Last year, most of us were all juniors trying to build up and learn from the seniors what it takes to lead a team,” Arvay said. “We know what the history with this program and what it is capable of. “We are trying to bring the dynasty back.”
Valley Christian opens the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against Scottsdale Christian Academy.
Arizona College Prep
Arizona College Prep might make the biggest improvement in 2019, as they went 1-9 last season. The Knights return most of their starters from a year ago, giving them experience at nearly every position. Mark Chavez, who threw for 1,715 yards last season, will benefit from 1,000-yard receiver Bryan Dyson on the outside. Deven Kukreja, Keaton Masserole and Octavio Diaz all return for the Knights up front. On defense, a large majority of starters will also return. Defensive ends Eric Decoster, a team captain, and Alex Gilchrest will man the defensive line, while linebackers Kolby Forshee and Kellen Gibson will do the same for the linebacking corps. Safety Saar Zutshi, one of the captains, has started to gain interest from college programs. The Knights open the season on Friday, Aug. 23 against Chandler Prep.
2A - Chandler Prep
A strong season for Chandler Prep in 2018 has set up the Titans for what could be an even stronger 2019 campaign. Led by coach Chris Goodman, Chandler Prep returns several starters from last year’s team, including Samuel Martin, the team’s leading rusher. Reese Vilaboy will likely step into the fulltime starting quarterback role for the Titans. On defense, Chandler Prep returns leading tacklers Martin, Aidan Daly and Isaiah Usher. The Titans are the favorite to repeat as 2A Gila Region champions and contend for the conference title. Chandler Prep opens the season on Aug. 23 against Arizona College Prep.
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Eggstasy brings breakfast magic to S. Chandler BY KEVIN REAGAN GetOut Staff Writer
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eter Verros says he’s a simple, bacon-and-eggs-type of guy. But the menu at his new brunch spot in Chandler begs to differ. It has jelly-donut-flavored pancakes, bacon covered in chocolate and crepes served with bananas and chili peppers. Verros said his staff at Eggstasy, 2430 S. Gilbert Road, is always experimenting and testing the limits of the standard breakfast menu. “We’re always looking to keep going forward, keep being innovative,” Verros said. They serve waffles, pancakes, sandwiches, burgers and eggs — lots of eggs. Verros estimated they crack about two million eggs from Hickman Farms each year. They serve eggs with apple cider-flavored bacon, eggs with ciabatta bread, and nine different styles of Eggs Benedict. And there are specialty items not on the regular menu, like crepes covered in
Peter Verros said his latest Eggstacy restaurant in Chandler will continue testing the lmits of the standard breakfast menu as he does with his locations in Scottsdale. Some of his dishes include berry blintzes, Cinnamon Roll Pancakes and Cookie Butter Crepes. (Pablo Robles/Staff Photograher)
The Chicago native moved to Arizona a few years ago after a trip exposed him to the state’s alluring sunshine and business-friendly atmosphere. “I came out here and fell in love with it,” Verros said.
He has more than 25 years of restaurant experience, opening and running his first breakfast spot when he was still a teenager.
Her shop is known as a rage room, a concept that’s been recently popping up throughout the country. It’s believed to have started in Japan about 10 years ago before hundreds of rage rooms started opening in Europe and the United States. One opened in Tempe a couple years ago and Owner Kristin Garcia said her new downtown Chandler business, Purge, Love, and another opened Peace, offers a rage room experience as long as customers heed some basic rules. On in Tucson earlier the other hand, she can also tailor the objects of their rage to particular requests. this year. Garcia (Kimberly Carrillo/Staff Photographer) believes she’s the first to come to Chandler. one might have to unleash some rage. The essential idea of these rooms is Garcia’s business lets someone do that to let paying guests break, smash and in a safe and controlled environment.
destroy things with no consequences. They’re given a set amount of time to break as many liquor bottles and dinner plates as they can. Garcia’s business follows this same formula, except she really wants her clients to find some harmony through their experience. This is why her rage room is called Purge, Love, and Peace. “Those are the stages that you need to do to find some sort of balance in your life,” Garcia said. There are contradictions found throughout the store on Oregon Street. Garcia’s bathroom is covered in flashy, attention-grabbing stickers: one advocates for socialism, while another supports capitalism. One sticker displays a stoic Barack Obama. Another is a flattering portrait of President Donald Trump. The aesthetic is not trying to take a political stand on any issue. Rather, it attempts to resemble the chaos that goes
a cookie butter sauce. Eggstasy has three existing locations around Scottsdale. Verros said he originally planned to open the first location in Chandler, but fate had him venturing further north.
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majestic, purple unicorn adorns one of the walls of Kristin Garcia’s new shop. But this is no doe-eyed, cartoonish, cute unicorn. He has the face and presence of a strong warrior. This creature is beautiful, but not to be messed with. “He’s just showing the power of what a little balance… can do for your whole world,” Garcia explained. “Balance” is a reoccurring theme in Garcia’s new business — Purge, Love, and Peace, located in downtown Chandler. Across the room from the unicorn are the words “hate,” “taxes,” and “hell” spraypainted on the wall. The ugly words purposefully contrast with the mystical unicorn. It’s all meant to symbolize the yin-yang duality that encompasses daily life, Garcia said. If one wants to see the light, they may have to walk through the dark. If one wants to be with the unicorns,
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People made fun of his menus at first, he said, but then they started catching on and getting trendy. Eclectic, hip brunch spots that serve avocado toast can now be found everywhere throughout the Valley. But Verros said this has been his style for years. He wants Eggstasy to feel like a momand-pop store that’s welcoming and inviting. It should almost feel like a party, he said, which is why the restaurant has Maroon 5 and Ricky Martin playing regularly in the background. “We don’t want that corporate feel,” Verros said. Crepes remain one of the restaurant’s most popular dishes. From Nutella crepes to spinach crepes, Eggstasy offers a wide spectrum of both savory and sweet op-
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with living in a tribalistic society, where lines are constantly being drawn and citizens feel pressured to pick a side. When guests enter the shop, they walk down a long, shadowy hallway that Garcia wants to feel almost like the corridor of an insane asylum. Clients are dressed in jumpsuits, gloves and face-shields before they’re escorted into one of three rooms. A video plays on a television, advising guests of the rules for playing in the rage room. Then they’re given 20 minutes to break whatever they want. “They can just go to town, do what they need to do.” Garcia. For $30, the guest receives a basket of breakable goods that they can smash with baseball bats, golf clubs or hammers. They can upgrade to premium breakables like toilets or flat-screen TV sets for a little more money. The shop will also customize to special requests from clients. For example, if a guest hates their job and wants to release some steam, they can replicate an office setting inside the rage room and let the guest play out a destructive fantasy. “We can kind of customize to whatever it is that is irritating, frustrating or weighing you down that you need to get off your chest,” Garcia said. She recalled a recent guest who had been battling cancer and just gotten a divorce. He had feared his illness would take away his mobility, so Garcia let him bring in a wheelchair and walker: two objects that had come to symbolize his pain and anxiety. They also printed his ex-wife’s face on
tions. And there are plenty of healthier options for customers looking to watch their calories. The menu offers items like protein-filled pancakes and whole wheat French toast. Among the restaurant’s numerous menu items, Verros said his personal favorite is the gluten-free lemon ricotta pancakes. The restaurant will be testing out Japanese-style soufflé pancakes in the near future. In honor of the Chandler location opening, customers at all four Eggstasy locations will have the chance to win a special prize on Aug. 24. If a customer receives a gold-coated pancake on that day, they’ll win a lifetime supply of free pancakes. The restaurant is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Manni Castillo prepares some breakfasts in the ktichen at the new Chandler Eggstasy. (Pablo Robles/Tribune Staff Photographer)
The rage room gives customers plenty of inspiration with its murals but also offers some comforting words of love and peace. (Pablo Robles/Staff Photographer)
some plates. “He just went in there and crushed everything,” Garcia said.
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The experience may be therapeutic for some of Garcia’s guests, but the shop itself has turned into a place for her to deal
Jeanette Bobacik, left, and Sara Cotton are prepared to vent their anger on useless objects in the Chandler rage room. Pablo Robles/Staff Photographer)
with her own feelings. The Tempe native said she encountered a troubling conflict while putting the business together. She had hired a contractor named Jack to help her build the rage room. But the guy turned out to be a crook and took her money. Garcia couldn’t get over the betrayal she felt, so she found a way to discretely get back at him. Written on the walls of the shop’s bathroom, amid the clutter of various political stickers, are the phrases “Jack Sucks” and “Jack is a Thief.” It’s a bit of an inside joke the guests won’t pick up on. But shaming Jack in this way brought Garcia some peace. “It’s kind of a way for me to move forward,” she said. Garcia plans to launch an “I Hate Jack” giveaway campaign next month that lets guests receive free breakables. Mental health experts have had varying opinions on whether rage rooms are a good way to deal with stress. Many have said they can be a fun activity for healthy individuals, but wouldn’t classify rage rooms as a clinical form of therapy. In a 2018 column, Dr. Kevin Bennett of Pennsylvania State University wrote rage rooms should not be considered a longterm strategy for dealing with anxiety and frustration. Garcia thinks there’s a self-gratifying thrill to letting loose and releasing some aggression. The laughter and joy she’s seen her guests express is contagious, Garcia said. It’s all about living in the moment and learning not to take things so seriously, she added.
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Public Notices CITY OF MESA MESA, ARIZONA COMMERCIAL WATER METER REHABILITATIONS PHASE 11B PROJECT NO. CP04680001 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received until Thursday, September 19, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. All sealed bids will be received at Mesa City Plaza Building, Engineering Department at 20 East Main Street, 5th Floor, Mesa, Arizona; except for bids delivered 30 minutes prior to opening which will be received at the information desk, 1st floor, Main Lobby of the Mesa City Plaza Building. Any bid received after the time specified will be returned without any consideration. This contract shall be for furnishing all labor, materials, transportation and services for the construction and/or installation of the following work: This project calls for the rehabilitation of 15 water meter assemblies (WMA) at 10 sites in the City of Mesa. The existing WMAs are within underground vaults, and are sized 3-inches, 4-inches- or 6-inches. The concrete lid of the concrete vaults will be removed with the remaining vault to be abandoned in place per the approved plans. The existing WMAs shall be replaced with new dual 2-inch, 4-inch or 6-inch WMAs, and relocated above ground. Site work will include installation of new piping restoration of the site, and landscape improvements to mitigate to impact of the view of the WMA. The Engineer’s Estimate range is $650,000.00 - $750,000.00. For all technical, contract, bid-related, or other questions, please contact Stephanie Gishey at stephanie.gishey@mesaaz.gov.
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Contact with City Employees. All firms interested in this project (including the firm’s employees, representatives, agents, lobbyists, attorneys, and subconsultants) will refrain, under penalty of disqualification, from direct or indirect contact for the purpose of influencing the selection or creating bias in the selection process with any person who may play a part in the selection process. This policy is intended to create a level playing field for all potential firms, to assure that contract decisions are made in public, and to protect the integrity of the selection process. All contact on this selection process should be addressed to the authorized representative identified above. Contractors desiring to submit proposals may purchase sets of the Bid Documents from ARC Document Solutions, LLC, at https://order.e-arc.com/arcEOC/PWELL_Main.asp?mem=29. Click on “Go” for the Public Planroom to access plans. NOTE: In order to be placed on the Plan Holders List and to receive notifications and updates regarding this bid (such as addenda) during the bidding period, an order must be placed. The cost of each Bid Set will be no more than $23.00, which is non-refundable. Partial bid packages are not sold. You can view documents on-line (at no cost), order Bid Sets, and access the Plan Holders List on the website at the address listed above. Please verify print lead time prior to arriving for pick-up. For a list of locations nearest you, go to www.e-arc.com. One set of the Contract Documents is also available for viewing at the City of Mesa’s Engineering Department at 20 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ. Please call 480-644-2251 prior to arriving to ensure that the documents are available for viewing. In order for the City to consider alternate products in the bidding process, please follow Arizona Revised Statutes §34.104c. If a pre-bid review of the site has been scheduled, details can be referenced in Project Specific Provision Section #3, titled “Pre-Bid Review of Site.” Work shall be completed within 257 consecutive calendar days, beginning with the day following the starting date specified in the Notice to Proceed. Bids must be submitted on the Proposal Form provided and be accompanied by the Bid Bond for not less than ten percent (10%) of the total bid, payable to the City of Mesa, Arizona, or a certified or cashier's check. PERSONAL OR INDIVIDUAL SURETY BONDS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. The successful bidder will be required to execute the standard form of contract for construction within ten (10) days after formal award of contract. In addition, the successful bidder must be registered in the City of Mesa Vendor Self-Service (VSS) System (http://mesaaz.gov/business/purchasing/vendor-self-service).
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The successful bidder, simultaneously with the execution of the Contract, will be required to furnish a Payment Bond in the amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price, a Performance Bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price, and the most recent ACORD® Certificate of Liability Insurance form with additional insured endorsements. The right is hereby reserved to accept or reject any or all bids or parts thereto, to waive any informalities in any proposal and reject the bids of any persons who have been delinquent or unfaithful to any contract with the City of Mesa. BETH HUNING City Engineer ATTEST: DeeAnn Mickelsen City Clerk Published: East Valley Tribune, Aug. 11, 18, 2019 / 22622
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CITY OF MESA, ARIZONA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Mesa is seeking a qualified firm or team to act as the Construction Manager at Risk for the following:
The Mesa City Council will hold a public hearing concerning the following ordinance at the August 26, 2019 City Council meeting beginning at 5:45 p.m. in the Mesa City Council Chambers, 57 East First Street.
EASTMARK GREAT PARK PHASE 4 EASTMARK COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 1 Mesa Arizona PROJECT NO. S892
1. Repealing the existing Personnel Rules applicable to City of Mesa employees and adopting new Personnel Rules.
The City of Mesa is seeking a qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CM@Risk) to provide Pre-Construction Services assistance and complete Construction Services as the CM@Risk for the Eastmark Great Park Phase 4 (“Project”). All qualified firms that are interested in providing these services are invited to submit their Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) in accordance with the requirements detailed in the Request for Qualifications (RFQ). The following is a summary of the project. The required tasks will be reviewed with the selected CM@Risk and defined to meet the needs of the project as part of the contract scoping. DMB Mesa Proving Grounds, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Owner” and “Master Developer”) is the owner/master developer of approximately 3,200 acres located south of Elliot Road, north of Williams Field Road, east of Ellsworth Road and west of Signal Butte Road (the “Property” or “Eastmark”). The Property is also commonly referred to as Eastmark (formerly the Mesa Proving Grounds). The Eastmark Great Park is a key element of the Eastmark project and is intended to provide a major open space component for the entire community that provides a central location for a range of activities. Paths and trails within the community will provide connectivity to the Eastmark Great Park and important social infrastructure including schools and civic uses that are intended to be located in close proximity to the Eastmark Great Park. It is expected that a multiplicity of uses will be located in and around the Eastmark Great Park further defining this area as a community focal point, gathering spot and social hub. The Eastmark Great Park currently extends north-south between Inspirian Parkway and Eastmark Parkway, the two major north south roadways connecting the project and consists of a series of parks that form the hub of the Eastmark community. The northern reach of the Eastmark Great Park is planned to be north of Warner North and the southern reach is Ray Road. The Eastmark Great Park will, when complete, consist of multiple parks and “finger” extensions that together total 90 acres and will be ultimately owned by the City. Additional areas adjacent to the Eastmark Great Park will also be owned by the Eastmark Community Alliance. The Eastmark Great Park Phase 4 (“Phase 4”) site is approximately 24.44 acres. The Phase 4 improvements may include a fishing lake, open turf fields, pathways, ramadas, and a play environment area. The Phase 4 improvements will be an extension of the existing Eastmark Great Park and will extend the park north to Warner Road. The total estimated construction cost is $4,900,000. A Pre-Submittal Conference will be held on Monday, August 26, 2019, 2:00 p.m at the City of Mesa (Mesa City Plaza, Room 170, 20 E. Main Street Mesa, AZ). At this meeting, City staff will discuss the scope of work and general contract issues and respond to questions from the attendees. Attendance at the pre-submittal conference is not mandatory and all interested firms may submit a Statement of Qualifications whether or not they attend the conference. All interested firms are encouraged to attend the Pre-Submittal Conference since City staff will not be available for meetings or to respond to individual inquiries regarding the project scope outside of this conference. In addition, there will not be meeting minutes or any other information published from the Pre-Submittal Conference. Contact with City and Developer Employees. All firms interested in this project (including the firm’s employees, representatives, agents, lobbyists, attorneys, and subconsultants) will refrain, under penalty of disqualification, from direct or indirect contact for the purpose of influencing the selection or creating bias in the selection process with any person who may play a part in the selection process. This policy is intended to create a level playing field for all potential firms, to assure that contract decisions are made in public, and to protect the integrity of the selection process. All contact on this selection process should be addressed to the authorized representative identified below. RFQ Lists. The RFQ is available on the City’s website at: http://mesaaz.gov/business/engineering/construction-manager-atrisk-and-job-order-contracting-opportunities. The Statement of Qualifications shall include a one-page cover letter, plus a maximum of 10 pages to address the SOQ evaluation criteria (excluding resumes but including an organization chart with key personnel and their affiliation). Resumes for each team member shall be limited to a maximum length of two pages and should be attached as an appendix to the SOQ. Minimum font size shall be 10pt. Please provide eight (8)hard copies and one (1) electronic copy (CD or USB drive) of the Statement of Qualifications by Thursday, September 19th, 2019 at 2:00 pm. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Statements of Qualifications. The Developer is an equal opportunity employer. Delivered or hand-carried submittals must be delivered to the Engineering Department reception area on the fifth floor of Mesa City Plaza Building in a sealed package. On the submittal package, please display: Firm name, project number, and/or project title. Firms who wish to do business with the City of Mesa must be registered in the City of Mesa Vendor Self Service (VSS) System (http://mesaaz.gov/business/purchasing/vendor-self-service). Questions. Questions pertaining to the Construction Manager at Risk selection process or contract issues should be directed to Stephanie Gishey of the Engineering Department at stephanie.gishey@mesaaz.gov.
ATTEST: DeeAnn Mickelsen City Clerk Published: East Valley Tribune, Aug 18, 2019 / 22861
BETH HUNING City Engineer
2. Amending Title 8, Chapter 6, Sections 1 through 4, 9, and 13 of the Mesa City Code, pertaining to Public Nuisances, Property Maintenance and Neighborhood Preservation. The changes include who interprets the Nuisance Code; the definitions of: responsible parties, blight, pigeons, recreational vehicles, and right of way; who is responsible for: parcels with weeds, parcels with debris/trash, the display of residential addresses; and adds certain prohibitions as to the feeding of pigeons, temporary parking of recreational vehicles and watercraft on driveways, and the storage of recreational vehicles on residential parcels; and penalties for civil violations. 3. Amending Section 10-4-5 of the Mesa City Code to establish a speed limit of 35 mph on Meridian Road from the north City limits to Mesquite Street, as recommended by the Transportation Advisory Board. 4. ZON18-00066 (District 3) The 1000 through 1100 blocks of South Alma School Road (west side) and the 1200 through 1300 blocks of West Southern Avenue (north side). Located at the northwest corner of Alma School Road and Southern Avenue (16± acres). Rezoning from LC to RM-5 PAD for 10.5± acres. Rezoning from LC to LC-PAD for 5.5± acres; and Site Plan Review for 16± acres. This request will allow for the development of multi-residential and commercial uses. Adam Baugh, Withey Morris, PLC, applicant; WM Grace Development Co., ETAL, owner. 5. ANX18-00031 (District 6) Annexing property located south of Williams Field Road and west of Signal Butte Road (162.4± acres). Initiated by Dennis Newcomb, Beus Gilbert, PLC. 6. ZON19-00436 (District 6) The 5200 to 5300 blocks of South Ellsworth Road (east side), the 5300 through 6200 blocks of the South Crismon Road alignment (east and west sides), and the 10000 through 10200 blocks of the East Williams Field Road alignment (north and south sides). Located on the north side of the future State Route 24 freeway alignment from Ellsworth Road to approximately one-quarter mile east of the Crismon Road alignment (485± acres). Major Amendment to the Pacific Proving Grounds North Community Plan, also known as the Cadence Community Plan. This request will remove Development Unit 5 from the Cadence Community Plan (20± acres at the southeast corner of the Crismon and Williams Field Road alignments). Paul Gilbert, Beus Gilbert, PLLC, applicant; Pacific Proving, LLC, owner. 7. ZON18-00951 (District 6) The 6000 through 6400 blocks of the south Crismon Road alignment (east side), the 10000 to 10600 blocks of East Williams Field Road (south side) and the 6000 through 6400 blocks of South 222nd Street (west side). Located south of Williams Field Road and west of Signal Butte Road (182± acres). Rezone from AG and PC to PC. This request will establish the Avalon Crossing Community Plan. Paul Gilbert, Beus Gilbert PLLC, applicant; Pacific Proving, LLC, owner. 8. ANX 18-00229 (District 1) Annexing property located north of Thomas Road and west of Val Vista Drive (4.49± acres). Initiated by Blake McKee, Skybridge Company, LLC. 9. ZON18-00214 (District 1) The 3100 to 3300 blocks of East Thomas Road (north side). Located on the north side of Thomas Road and west of Val Vista Drive (7.5± acres). Rezoning from AG and RS-43 to RM-2PAD; and Site Plan Review. This request will allow for the development of an attached single-residence subdivision. Blake McKee, Sky Bridge Companies, applicant; Arthur L. Freeman Family Trust, Kaser Citrus, Inc., John Babiarz, owners. DATED at Mesa, Arizona, this 18th day of August 2019. DEE ANN MICKELSEN, City Clerk Published: East Valley Tribune, Aug. 18, 2019 / 22808
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In Memoriam Louise E. Carlucci Louise Carlucci passed away on June 13, 2019. She was born in New York City in November 1932 to Anthony (Tony) and Blanche Mazo Carlucci . After the death of Blanche in January 1935, she and her younger sister Dorothy lived with their paternal grandmother in the Bronx, New York City. Tony married Irene Kolbusz several years after the death of Blanche and relocated to Bridgeport, Connecticut. Thereafter, Louise and her sister moved to Bridgeport, Connecticut to be with their Dad and new Mom. Louise graduated from Warren Harding High School in 1950 and in 1959 moved to southern California. In 1979, she moved to and lived in Orlando, Florida for 3 years but moved back to southern California until she retired from the legal field in 1998. She then moved to, worked and lived in Santa Maria, California for 8 years. In May of 2007, Louise moved to Queen Creek, Arizona, followed by a move to Mesa, Arizona , in December 2015, where she remained until her death. Louise was predeceased by her father (Tony), her mother (Blanche), and her stepmother (Irene). She is survived by her brother Thomas (Harle) of Meriden, Connecticut, her sisters Dorothy Moccia of Shelton, Connecticut and Cathy (Ken) DiMauro of Divide, Colorado, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family would like to extend thanks to the staff of Banner Baywood Medical Center, Monasito Post-Acute Care & Rehabilitation Center, Standage Manor Group Home, and Integrity Hospice for their kind and compassionate care during the final months of Louise's life. The family is also particularly grateful to Jan Lane, Steve Valenti and D.J. Warrick who kept a vigilant and watchful eye over their beloved friend; we can never thank them enough. At Louise's request there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Sign the Guestbook at: obituaries.EastValleyTribune.com
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In Memoriam Charles Withers Martindale Charles Martindale, passed away after a long illness on July 08, 2018. Born in Boston, Mass on April 6th, 1930, he is preceded in death by his parents Hannah W Martindale and James D Martindale. While growing up he loved sports and played ice hockey in high school. He studied math and engineering at Harvard University and later Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Upon completion of his studies in 1953 the Army drafted him. Fortunately, the Korean Armistice was signed before he finished basic training. The Army deployed Charles stateside to a base in Southern California. While there he fell in love with the Golden State and lived in the Los Angeles area for over sixty years. Living in California he spent most of his working life as an aviation engineer with Rockwell, Inc. Through this employment he had the opportunity to work on many varied high profile projects that included the Apollo moon landing, and designing military aircraft. A life long bachelor Charles leaves behind his sister Alice (Martindale) Parcell of Gilbert, AZ and brother James D Martindale Jr of Boston, Mass -- along with many adoring nephews and nieces. Sign the Guestbook at: obituaries.EastValleyTribune.com
Employment General VM Consolidated Inc., d/b/a Verra Mobility currently has an opening for a Senior Software Developer in Mesa, AZ who will work with system designer on transforming business requirements into high level design requirements. Position requires degree and experience. For full details and to submit application, please visit: http://bit.ly/2GGPKck
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