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Volume 3 Issue 29 Mesa, AZ
January 31, 2021
Food truck gave birth to Mesa restaurant BY MELODY BIRKETT Tribune Contirbutor
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rvid and Maria Fernana Cutler opened their Venezuelan restaurant six months ago in downtown Mesa, but the Gilbert couple have been rolling with their dishes for a lot longer than that. The Cutlers, who run Que Chevere (cay shev-ray), have been operating a food truck for four years after they chucked their previous jobs for the restaurant business, something they’d never been involved in before. Orvid previously worked in mortgage banking and Maria at a web hosting company. Maria moved to the U.S. in 2003 from Barquisimeto, Venezuela, and years later met Orvid, whose family moved to Arizona from Idaho when he was 9. Once Maria shared her Venezuelan cuisine with him, Orvid said he felt the need to share it with the public. After many years of talking about it, Que Chevere food truck was born. Maria uses family recipes from her mom and grandmother. “I kept cooking for him and he kept saying, ‘We’re going to do a restaurant’ and I was like, “No, it’s a lot of work. Let’s not do it,’” said Maria. “And then one day he said, ‘I’m going to get the food truck.’” Orvid said it took six months to build the truck, explaining, “I believe in the food so much, I spent all of my savings on a food truck.” “The food truck has a limited menu because there are things we can’t cook in the food truck that we can do at the restaurant,” he explained. “That was one of the main reaPublic Notices ............... page 2 © Copyright, 2021 East Valley Tribune
sons we opened the restaurant - so we could expand the menu.” Since opening the restaurant, the food truck is not out as much. The couple used to take it out up to �ive times a week but now only do that once a week. What makes Venezuelan food unique? “One of the things is called arepas,” replied Maria. “It’s made out of corn dough. We cook it on a �lat top on both sides and once it’s cooked, we cut it in half and then stuff it with shredded beef or chicken. “Our empanadas are different because they’re not pastry-based. They’re corn-based. Those are deep-fried but arepas are not.” The restaurant also serves patacon, two smashed fried plantains. “It’s almost like the top and bottom of bread and then you �ill it,” explained Orvid. “It’s like a sandwich. We put shredded beef, shredded chicken, cheese and different Venezuelan sauces inside.” Cachapas are corn pancakes with a soft white Venezuelan cheese inside, topped with shredded white cheese with an option to add protein. Orvid said Venezuelan food is not spicy. “It’s vegetables. It’s the contrast of sweet and salty. We’ll throw a sweet plantain in with a salty cheese. The contrast is phenomenal.” Maria does most of the cooking but Orvid assists. “It’s amazing food,” said Orvid. “There’s nothing like it. You can’t compare it to any other cuisine. It’s nothing like Mexican food. My mom is Mexican and made fresh tortillas every day. “Everything we put out is a 10. People ask, (USPS 004-616) is published weekly
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‘What’s your favorite?’ I’m afraid to tell them my favorite because they’ll miss out on something else on the menu.” Orvid admits it’s not always easy working together but, “We love it. We’ve always spent a lot of time together.” The couple married 11 years ago and have three children. Maria said running a restaurant has been a good experience. “We try to divide the work. We complement each other with our skill sets.” The pandemic has impacted business. “It has been down a little bit,” said Maria. “Thankfully, because of our food truck and our amazing followers we’ve been able to stay a�loat,” adding that many customers come to the restaurant after visiting the food truck. She said it also helps there’s not another Venezuelan restaurant in the area. “I think a lot of the key to our success is that we’re both here,” Orvid explained. “People get to meet us. They like the feeling of meeting the owners and knowing who’s making their food and knowing that we care and there’s passion behind it.” The couple try to make it out on the �loor as much as possible to talk to customers. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner and has a bar. And they appreciate the loyalty of their patrons. “We’re only as good as they make us,” Orvid said. “We try our hardest with everything we do. Maria’s very passionate about everything she does. We try and give good service, good food. I’m appreciative of everyone.” Information: quechevereaz.com, 142 W. Main St., Mesa; 480-474-4954. Subscriptions are $26 for 2 years, $14 for one year. Periodicals postage paid at Phoenix, AZ 85026.
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Public Notice IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF THE THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT SUMMONS CASE NUMBER: 2020-CP23- 05688 STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GREENVILLE NINA BETH ALLEN, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Billy James Mood, Plaintiff, vs. SHAWN MICHELLE DILSAVER MOODY a/k/a SHAWN MICHELLE DILSAVER, Defendant. TO THE DEFENDANT ABOVE-NAMED: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint herein, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, or otherwise appear and defend, and to serve a copy of your answer to said Complaint upon the subscriber at his office, 32 E. Main Street, P.O. Box 315, Williamston, South Carolina, 29697, within thirty (30) days after service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service, and if you fail to answer the Complaint within the time aforesaid, or otherwise appear and defend, the Plaintiff in this action will apply to the Court for the relief demanded therein, and judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. s/ G. Lee Cole, Jr.____________ G. Lee Cole, Jr. SC Bar Number 100352 COX & COLE, ATTORNEYS AT LAW P.O. Box 315 Williamston, SC 29697 Tel. (864) 847-9289 F a x (864) 8477895 LeeCole@CoxandCole.com ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF Williamston, South Carolina Dated: 12/10/2020_________ Published: East Valley Tribune, Gilbert Sun News Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2021 / 35776
Public Notice CITY OF MESA, ARIZONA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Mesa is seeking a qualified Consultant for the following: POLICE DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT NO. CP0204 The City of Mesa is seeking a qualified Consultant to provide design services for the Police Department Headquarters Building Renovation 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 Design Consultant and defined to
meet the needs of the project as part of the contract scoping. This project consists of providing updated programming documents, schematic drawings (including presentation boards and renderings), final construction drawings, and potential construction inspection services for a completely renovated police headquarters building located at 130 North Robson in Mesa, AZ. The goal of this project is to provide an effective and efficient use of the headquarters facility for all pertinent Police functions. The consultant may also need to assist with public meetings, City Council meetings, Citizen Advisory/Committee meetings, Design Review Board meetings, and other coordination efforts. The scope of this project includes: 1) A review and adjustment to the space planning study that was completed for the city on 7/16/18, see attachment. 2) The demolition of the entire interior space of this structure, excluding the jail area. 3) The remodeling of the entire 102,356 sf of the interior of this structure. 4) The city may include other miscellaneous improvements at the site, as needed. It is anticipated that this project will be delivered utilizing the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery method. The total budget for this project is approximately $30M to $40M including design and construction. The city anticipates commencing construction in early 2022. A electronic Pre-Submittal Conference will be held on Thursday, February 18th at 10:00am through Microsoft Teams. 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. Any parties interested in attending the Pre-Submittal Conference should request a meeting invitation from Stephanie Gishey (Stephanie.Gishey@ mesaaz.gov). Contact with City Employees. All firms interested in this project (including the firm’s employees, representatives, agents, lobbyists,
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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. This RFQ is available on the City’s website at http:// mesaaz.gov/business/engineering/ architectural-engineering-designopportunities. The Statement of Qualifications shall include a one-page cover letter, plus a maximum of 10 pages to address the SOQ evaluation criteria (excluding PPVF’s and 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 one (1) electronic copy of the Statement of Qualifications in an unencrypted PDF format to Engineering-RFQ@ mesaaz.gov by February 25, 2021 by 2 pm. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Statements of Qualifications. The City is an equal opportunity employer. Firms who wish to do business with the City of Mesa must be registered and activated in the City of Mesa Vendor Self Service (VSS) System (http://mesaaz.gov/ business/purchasing/vendor-selfservice). Questions. Questions pertaining to the Consultant selection process or contract issues should be directed to Stephanie Gishey of the Engineering Department at stephnanie.gishey@mesaaz.gov. BETH HUNING’ City Engineer ATTEST: DeeAnn Mickelsen, City Clerk Published: East Valley Tribune Jan. 24, 31, 2021 / 347xxx
Public Notice CITY OF MESA, ARIZONA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Mesa is seeking qualified Consultants for the following: Fire Exhaust System The City of Mesa is seeking qualified Consultants to provide design services and/or construction
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administration services for: DirectSource Vehicle Exhaust Capture System Design. 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). Direct-Source Vehicle Exhaust Capture System Design. The City of Mesa Fire and Medical Department has been awarded a Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant to retro-fit up to 16 fire stations with a direct-source vehicle capture system. Diesel exhaust exposures contribute to increasing rates of occupational cancer in the fire service industry. A direct-source capture system protects firefighters from exposure and meets best practices recommended by regulatory agencies, such as The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). A Pre-Submittal Conference will not be held. Contact with City Employees. All firms interested in this RFQ (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, assure that con-tract decisions are made in public and to protect the integrity of the selection process. All con-tact on this selection process should be addressed to the authorized representative identified be-low. RFQ Lists. This RFQ is available on the City’s website at http:// mesaaz.gov/business/engineering/ architectural-engineering-designopportunities. The Statement of Qualifications shall include a one-page cover letter that contains current company/firm contact information including a valid phone number and email address, plus a maxim-um of 8 pages to address the SOQ evaluation criteria (excluding PPVF’s and 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 one (1) electronic copy in an unencrypted PDF format to EngineeringRFQ@mesaaz.gov by 2:00PM on Thursday, February 11, 2021. Maximum file size shall not exceed 20MB. SOQ’s that are unable to be opened by City staff will not be
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considered for award. Submitters may request a single opportunity to verify that a test email and attachment are received and can be opened by City staff. Test emails must be sent to Engineering-RFQ@ mesaaz.gov. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Statements of Qualifications. The City is an equal opportunity employer. Firms who wish to do business with the City of Mesa must be registered and activated in the City of Mesa Vendor Self Service (VSS) System (http://mesaaz.gov/ business/purchasing/vendor-selfservice). Questions. Questions pertaining to the Consultant selection process or contract issues should be directed to Michele Davila of the Engineering Department at Michele.Davila@mesaaz.gov BETH HUNING’ City Engineer ATTEST: DeeAnn Mickelsen, City Clerk Published: East Valley Tribune Jan. 24, 31, 2021 / 347xx
Public Notice David S. Daley D.M.D., P.C. 1600 W. Chandler Blvd. #210 Chandler, AZ 85224 480-963-0338 Our office was broken into March 22, 2020. We came into work on March 23,2020 and noticed the front door was slightly open. We entered through the back door and turned off the alarm. Unfortunately, the alarm company had no record of the breach. Upon entering we noticed every drawer and cabinet were opened, the place was a mess. They had taken several things from our office, but the most import-ant items were our server and 2 laptops we use for digital x-rays. Our laptops were just for x-rays and the only patient information that was stored on them was name and date of birth, however our laptops were encrypted and one was not working due to an update. Dr. David Daley, Robin Fetherston, and Meghan Toy were the response team on that day, March 23, 2020. They can be reached at 480-963-0338. Since the breach we have replaced the server, installed cameras and replaced the alarm company. We ensure that each team member has logged off every day on each computer. We are also in the process of taking out every social security number from our main computer, since most patients no longer use them for insurance identification.
Public Notice CITY OF MESA MESA, ARIZONA Commercial Water Meter Rehabilitations PH 12 PROJECT NO. CP0860P3 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received until Thursday, March 4, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. All sealed bids will be received electronically at En-gineeringBids@ mesaaz.gov. Bids must be submitted as an unencrypted PDF attachment with a maximum size limit of 20MB. 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 fourteen (14) water meter assemblies (WMA) at nine (9) sites in the City of Mesa. The existing WMAs are within underground vaults, and are sized 3-inch, 4-inch, 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10-inch. The top 1’ of the vaults along with concrete lid will be removed with the remaining vault to be abandoned in place and slurry backfilled. The existing WMAs shall be replaced with new dual 2-inch, 4-inch, 6-inch or 8-inch WMAs; and relocated above grade per the approved plans. Site work will include installation of new piping, restoration of the site and various landscaping measures to mitigate the view of the newly constructed WMAs. The Engineer’s Estimate range is $800,000 to $900,000. For all technical, contract, bidrelated, or other questions, please contact Stephanie Gishey at stephanie.gishey@mesaaz.gov. 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 $20.00, which is non-refundable. Partial bid packages are not sold. You can view docu-ments 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 203 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
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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/vendorself-service). 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 Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 2021 / 35957
Public Notice City of Mesa Public Notice City of Mesa FY 2019-20 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) Notice of 15-Day Public Comment Period January 31, 2021 – February 14, 2021 Date of Publication: January 31, 2021 Michelle Albanese, Housing & Community Development Director City of Mesa 200 S. Center St., Building 1 – Mail Stop 9870 P.O. Box 1466, Mesa, AZ 85210-1466 480-644-4546 Notice of 15-Day Public Review Period for the City of Mesa’s FY 2019/2020 Annual Performance
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Report (CAPER) In accordance with 24 CFR 91.05(c)(2) and sub-part B of the federal regulations relative to citizen participation for Community Planning and Development Programs and applicable waivers made available to those requirements through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), a 15-day public comment period regarding the City’s draft Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) will begin on Sunday, January 31, 2021 and end on Sunday, February 14, 2021. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires the City of Mesa to submit an annual report describing its performance using federal and other resources to meet priorities and objectives set for in the City’s 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan. This report provides a review of activities carried out under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs to address the needs of low and moderate income, homeless, elderly, and disabled residents in the community during the 2019-2020 fiscal year. An electronic copy of the CAPER will also be available for review at the same time and may be found on the City’s Housing and Revitalization website at: h t t p s : / / w w w. m e s a a z . g o v / residents/community-development/ plans-amendments-reports Comments regarding the City’s draft CAPER may be submitted by the general public. Comments should be submitted by mail or hand delivery to: The City of Mesa, Housing and Community Development Division, Attn: Michelle Albanese, Housing & Community Development Director, 200 S. Center Street, Bldg. 1 – Mail Stop 9870, P.O. Box 1466, Mesa, AZ 85210-1466; or, by e-mail to CommunityRevitaliza-tion@ mesaaz.gov. All comments must be received no later than 11:59 pm on Sunday, February 14, 2021 to be considered. (January 31, 2021 East Valley Tribune) 35849
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