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Volume 3 Issue 16 Mesa, AZ
November 1, 2020
Walmart, Mesa man get chummy over his invention BY KENZEL WILLIAMS Tribune Contributor
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�ishing lure of sorts made by a Mesa �isherman will soon hit the shelves of Walmart after clearing a hurdle in the retail giant’s search for products made by American small-business owners. ChumPODS – water-soluble pods of chum that can be used during �ishing – was created Pearce Outdoors, a company formed by �isheries biologist and Mesa native Grant Pearce. The pods are similar to laundry detergent pods and are useful for �ishermen looking to save time. Pearce was one of 175 businesses that made it from a screening process involving 800 small businesses from across the country that pitched their U.S.-manufactured products during 30-minute one-on-one meetings with Walmart and Sam’s Club merchants during the company’s �irst virtual Open Call event. While helping kids during �ishing events, Pearce noticed that many of them usually end the day empty-handed. “There’s nothing worse to somebody that goes �ishing for the �irst time than to not catch any �ish,” said Pearce. Pearce wanted to help anglers who don’t have as much luck catching �ish and thought of ChumPODS after using laundry detergent pods one day. He started going to work in his garage, using PVA material, a biodegradable and environmentally friendly �ilm that disPublic Notices ............... page 2 © Copyright, 2020 East Valley Tribune
solves in water. Pearce credited his wife for her patience in putting up with his experimentation. “My garage was smelling pretty ripe with dead �ish,” said Pearce. “Every time you would open the garage door, the smell would hit you in the face.” Pearce next found a manufacturer that would hold the strongly scented products and sell them online to cover his costs He also researched big retailers that could potentially sell ChumPODS. From there, he found Walmart’s Open Call, a program dedicated to giving small businesses a chance to sell their products at the retailer. The program is part of Walmart’s 2013 commitment to help boost job creation and U.S. manufacturing through buying an additional $250 billion in products supporting American jobs by 2023. Pearce attributed the success of ChumPODS to the fact it’s never even been thought of by �ishermen. “Like most things in the world, especially in the �ishing market, it’s hard to �ind something truly new and innovative,” said Pearce. “Most of the time, a new product is just a spinoff of something that already exists.” Pearce was worried about being able to make it to the meeting with Walmart merchants, as that was the same day that he and his wife’s baby was due. Thankfully, she was delivered their newborn son 12 hours after the meeting. (USPS 004-616) is published weekly
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“When he’s older, I can’t wait to tell him about that,” said Pearce. Walmart said the most popular categories of products pitched to corporate executives in a daylong online session that drew more than 34,000 views were food, health and wellness and personal care. Products pitched re�lected consumer trends in healthy foods, natural products, ethnic cuisine, snacks and adult beverages, it said. As a �ifth-generation Mesa resident, Pearce is thankful that he was able to start his business in his hometown. “It’s been cool to start a business where I grew up, and at the same time help some of the people at the local lakes catch more �ish,” said Pearce. “That’s where I’ve done almost all of the product testing.” Pearce hopes that his business will eventually become a staple in the city and that he will be able to employ more people in the community. While it undergoes a few changes, ChumPODS is expected to reach Walmart shelves in the spring. Pearce is also reaching out to other big retailers in hopes that it will be sold at more stores. Pearce said that he’s living the American Dream, and he hopes that his business will continue to expand. “When I �irst started working out of my garage and building prototypes by hand, if someone told me I had the chance to put this idea into Walmart, it’s something I almost wouldn’t really believe,” said Pearce. Subscriptions are $26 for 2 years, $14 for one year. Periodicals postage paid at Phoenix, AZ 85026.
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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: ON-CALL CONSULTING SERVICES FOR CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION SERVICES The City of Mesa is seeking qualified Consultants to provide design services and/or construction administration services on an on-call basis in the following area/category: Construction Administration and Inspection Services. 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). From this solicitation, the Engineering Department will establish a list of on-call consultants for Construction Administration and Inspection Services. This category is further defined below: Typical Construction Administration and Inspection projects for which consultants will be requested to provide services included but not limited to: arterial or residential roadway projects (including street lights and traffic signals), roadway maintenance and milling operations, waterline and sewer line projects, water and wastewater facility improvement projects, new building construction, tenant improvement projects, utility projects (including, but not limited to fiber, conduit, gas and electric), Non-City Utility permits (NCU’s) and other permits. Consultants shall provide staff member(s) with all tools/equipment required to conduct day-to-day business including vehicle, laptop, cell phone, PPE, and any other tools required to complete the work. 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 dis-qualification, 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 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/architecturalengineering-design-opportunities. 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 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 in an unencrypted PDF format to EngineeringRFQ@mesaaz.gov by 2:00PM on Thursday, November 12, 2020. Maximum file size shall not exceed 20MB. SOQ’s that are unable to be opened by City staff will not be 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: Glendale Star, Oct. 25, Nov 1, 2020 / 33946
SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICAL) Case Number (Numero del Caso): 18STLC13699 NOTICE TO DEFEND-ANT: Oussama Bahri and DOES 1 to 25, (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): INCLUSIVE. YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: NANCY RAMIEREZ CASTANEDA; (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): SHAURY EDER HERNANDEZ; EMILIO DAVID SINAY-RAMIREZ, a minor, and NANCY MELISSA SINAYRAMIREZ, a minor, by and through their guardian ad litem NANCY RAMIREZ CASTANEDA NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the in-formation below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.cour tinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/ espanol/), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un
Public Notice NOTICE OF HEARING REGARDING APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No: CV2020-055349 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY In the Matter of: Aden Richard Kennedy Name of person(s) requesting name change READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY. An important court proceeding that affects your rights has been scheduled. If you do not understand this Notice or the other court papers, contact an attorney for legal advice. 1. NOTICE: An application for Change of Name has been filed with the Court by the person(s) named above. A hearing has been scheduled where the Court will con-sider whether to grant or deny the requested change. If you wish to be heard on this issue, you must appear at the hearing, at the date and time indicated below. 2. COURT HEARING. A court hearing has been scheduled to consider the Application as follows: DATE: 12/3/2020 TIME: 10 am BEFORE: Commissioner Susan White, 222 E. Javalina Ave, Courtroom, Mesa AZ 85210 DATED: 10/19/2020 /S/ Jennifer Lamster Applicant’s Signature, Published: East Valley Tribune, Oct. 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 2020 / 33907
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abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ay-uda de las Cortes de California, (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/self-help/espanol/) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 O mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravament de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, 111 N HILL STREET, 111 N HILL STREET, LOS ANGELES, CA 90012. The name, ad-dress and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono de abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): GEORGE J. SHAL-HOUB, ESQ #158894 LAW OFFICES OF GEORGE SHALHOUB 5187 CHIMINEAS AVENUE, TARZANA CA 91356. 818-264-3830 818264-3836 DATE: JUNE 3, 2019 Sherri R. Carter Clerk, by Maria E Valenzuela, Deputy. Published: East Valley Tribune, Oct 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 2020 / 33948
Public Notice T-Mobile USA is proposing to modify an existing wireless telecommunications facility on an existing approximately 136foot water tank located at 6115 S. Sagewood, Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona 85212 (33 18 17.9 N / 111 40 52.2 W). The modifications will consist of removing existing antenna equipment and install new antenna equipment to be located on the water tank at an overall height of 99 feet. Any interested party wishing to submit comments regarding the potential effects the proposed facility may have on any historic property may do so by sending such comments to: Project 6120009155 - JLD EBI Consulting, 6876 Susquehanna Trail South, York, PA 17403, or via telephone at (203) 231-6643.
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: ON-CALL CONSULTING SERVICES FOR ELECTRIC UTILITY TRANSMISSION AND
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DISTRIBUTION SERVICES The City of Mesa is seeking qualified Consultants to provide design services and/or construction administration services on an on-call basis in the following area/category: Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution Services. 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). From this solicitation, the Engineering Department will establish a list of on-call consultants for Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution Services. This category is further defined below: Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution Engineering Design projects might involve studies, new construction, upgrades, rehabilitation, or other modifications. Typical projects include, but are not limited to, 69KV transmission poles and lines, 69/12KV distribution substations, 12KV overhead and under-ground distribution poles, lines, ductbank, vault, cables, and Electric Utility Commercial Service Designs. 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 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/architecturalengineering-design-opportunities. 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 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 in an unencrypted PDF format to EngineeringRFQ@mesaaz.gov by 2:00PM on Thursday, November 19, 2020. Maximum file size shall not exceed 20MB. SOQ’s that are unable to be opened by City staff will not be 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: Glendale Star, Nov 1, 8, 2020 / 34115
• Safety upgrades, such as bicycle lanes, side-walks improvements, and ADA compliance. • Drainage improvements such as new storm drain, catch basins • Reconstruction of the existing pavement section • New pavement due to widening • New curb and gutter • Removal and replacement of existing drive-ways along Val Vista Drive • New signage and striping • Landscaping improvements • Utility Relocations (Both City and Non-City Utilities) • Traffic Signal Modifications at three (3) inter-sections that include Val Vista Drive / Hampton Avenue, Val Vista Drive / Southern Avenue, Val Vista Drive / Pueblo Avenue. • Roadway lighting (New and Relocated street-lights) • City owned Gas Line System Improvements that may include the replacement of high pres-sure valves, anode installation at regular intervals, replacement of steel pipe segments (with PE) on the IP system within the scope of the project, possible replacement of “black-caps” on tees Other miscellaneous improvements The proposed improvements are based on the Southern Avenue and Val Vista Drive intersection exhibit which is available for download at: http://mesaaz.gov/ business/engineering/architecturalengineering-design-opportunities. An electronic Pre-Submittal Conference will be held on November 5, 2020, at 9 am 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 avail-able 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, 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
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: VAL VISTA DRIVE IMPROVEMENTS (US 60 TO PUEBLO AVENUE) PROJECT NO. CP0062 The City of Mesa is seeking a qualified Consultant to provide design services for the Val Vista Drive Improvements (US 60 to Pueblo Avenue) 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. Buildout of the Val Vista Drive and Southern Avenue intersection that will improve safety, in-crease capacity, and reduce congestion that occurs at the intersection during peak travel hours. This Project is included in the MAG Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) that will receive Regional Area Funds for design, land acquisition, and construction. This Project will improve Val Vista Drive to accommodate 3 through lanes in each direction from the US 60 to Enid Avenue. Dual left turn lanes (with raised medians) will be constructed at each leg of the Val Vista Drive and the Southern Avenue Intersection. It is anticipated that Val Vista Drive from Enid Avenue to Pueblo Avenue will remain 5 lanes (2 through lanes in each direction, 1 two-way left-turn (TWLT) lane and require pavement rehabilitation improvements. Roadway improvements will include the fol-lowing:
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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 November 19, 2020, by 2 pm. The City re-serves 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 stephanie.gishey@me-saaz.gov. BETH HUNING City Engineer ATTEST: DeeAnn Mickelsen City Clerk Published: East Valley Tribune, Nov 1, 8, 2020 / 39057
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