ECRWSS Carrier Route PreSorted Standard U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 371 Cave Creek, AZ
Pastor Ed Delph
New garbage, recycling days PAGE
12
TheFoothillsFocus.com
INSIDE
This Week
NEWS.................. 6
Chas Roberts to give away two A/C systems
FEATURES......... 19 Barro’s Pizza, Pepsi raise funds for pediatric cancer
FEATURES......... 21 Anthem July 4 festival set for July 3
OPINION.................... 14 FEATURES................. 19 CLASSIFIEDS............. 26 Zone I
PAGE
Serving the communities of Anthem, Desert Hills, Norterra, Sonoran Foothills, Stetson Valley, Tramonto, New River, Desert Ridge and North Phoenix
Anthem Area Edition
23
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Officials discuss public safety in Anthem BY ALLISON BROWN Foothills Focus Staff Writer
R
epresentatives from the Phoenix Police Department, Daisy Mountain Fire and Medical District, and Deer Valley Unified School District gave public safety updates at a June 7 meeting. Darren Viner, commander of the Phoenix Police Department Black Mountain Precinct, started the meeting by reporting recent crime statistics. From April to May, violent crimes were down 16.4% and weapon offenses were down by 8%. Property offenses were up 3.3%, drug and alcohol offenses were up by 6.5% and fraud offenses were up by 27.5%, according to Viner.
see SAFETY page 4
Study: Some police calls should go to civilians BY PAUL MARYNIAK Foothills Focus Staff Writer
P
hoenix officials are working to implement “within a matter of months” the recommendations of an ASU study for handing off thousands of calls for police service to civilian employees. After analyzing 200 types of calls from
examining the 2 million calls for service to Phoenix police in 2021, the ASU study group recommended that civilians — or citizens who made the calls — handle them rather than bother officers. Of those 2 million calls, it said, at least 200,000 could have been handled by someone other than a uniformed officer or self-reported by the person involved. Those calls include minor accidents
with no injuries, “civilian matter stand by” where an officer is called to be on hand for things like exchanges of a child between two people sharing custody, welfare checks, noise and parking complaints, burglar alarms, abandoned vehicles in neighborhoods and property found by someone.
Milgard® offers beautiful, comfortable, energy efficient vinyl windows and doors for your home Whether you’re building a new home or renovating your existing one, your choices are wide open when it comes to selecting beautifully designed Milgard windows and patio doors. Strong, beautiful, long lasting and durable. Milgard windows and patio doors are designed with stunning architectural style and superior performance. Plus, you’ll feel secure in your investment with an industry leading, Full Lifetime Warranty that includes parts and labor.
4454 E. Thomas Rd. Phoenix • 602-508-0800 • liwindow.com Mon-Thurs 8:30-5pm • Fri 8:30-4pm • Sat 9-2pm • ROC#179513
see
POLICE page 9
2
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
COMPLETE PLUMBING SOLUTIONS BOOK ONLINE TODAY!
Smoke Testing for Sewer Odor Detection Have you ever been inside a building, restaurant or even a home with a rancid sewer odor? If you have, then you know it can be difficult to locate exactly where it’s coming from since you cannot see a scent. Smoke Testing is the solution. It’s not actually smoke, it’s the same substance fog machines produce and it is used to detect sewer gas leaks. Unusual odors are usually the first indication of a faulty sewer pipe.
Give us a call! COMPLETE PLUMBING SOLUTIONS Appliances • Camera Inspection Service • Drain Cleans • Emergencies Faucets & Sinks • Garbage Disposals • Gas Lines • Hose Bibb Replacements Remodels • Showers & Bath Tubs • Toilets & Sewer Lines • Water Heaters Water Pressure Reducing Valves • Water Treatment • Commercial
Tamra & Doug Wyman
5 Star Ratings
Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed
623.551.6688 • www.wyman-services.com
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
EL D E R A B U S E I SN ’ T A LWAYS EASY TO S E E .
Together, we can tackle elder abuse. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day | June 15 602-264-4357 / aaaphx.org
3
4
NEWS
An edition of the East Valley Tribune The Foothills Focus is published every Wednesday and distributed free of charge to homes and in single-copy locations throughout the North Valley. To find out where you can pick up a copy of The Foothills Focus, please visit www.thefoothillsfocus.com CONTACT INFORMATION Main number: 623-465-5808 | Fax: 623-465-1363 Circulation: 480-898-5641 Publisher: Steve T. Strickbine Vice President: Michael Hiatt ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT Display Advertising: 480-348-0343 Classifieds/Inside Sales: Elaine Cota | 480-898-7926 | ecota@timeslocalmedia.com TJ Higgins | 480-898-5902 | tjhiggins@timeslocalmedia.com Steve Insalaco | 480-898-5635 | sinsalaco@timeslocalmedia.com Advertising Office Manager: Tricia Simpson | 480-898-5624 tsimpson@timeslocalmedia.com Director of National Advertising Zac Reynolds | 480-898-5603 | zac@timeslocalmedia.com NEWS DEPARTMENT Executive Editor: Christina Fuoco-Karasinski | 480-898-5631 christina@timeslocalmedia.com Design: Nathalie Proulx | nproulx@timeslocalmedia.com Production Coordinator: Courtney Oldham | 480-898-5617 production@timeslocalmedia.com
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
SAFETY from page 1
He clarified that those numbers cover the entire district though, and are not entirely representative of Anthem specifically. “In fact, the numbers here are so miniscule that they’re not really worth reporting, which is a good thing for those of you who live here,” Viner said. However, Viner said the department is having to get creative to deal with staffing shortages. Specialty officers were recently reassigned to patrol to ensure there were enough first responders available for calls. According to Viner, the area has about seven officers per shift, but there will be at least two officers in the West Anthem area at any given time to ensure a swift response if needed. Viner also gave an update on the Taiwanese semiconductor plant and how public safety stakeholders are preparing for possible incidents that could occur there, whether from chemicals used at the plant, relations between Taiwan and China, or other issues that inherently come with a major business. Around early May, the fire department, Department of Public
Circulation Director: Aaron Kolodny | 480-898-5641 customercare@timeslocalmedia.com
Proud member of :
The Foothills Focus is distributed by AZ Integrated Media, a circulation service company owned by Times Media Group. The public is permitted one copy per reader. For further information regarding the circulation of this publication or others in the Times Media Group family of publications, please contact AZ Integrated Media at circ@azintegratedmedia.com or 480-898-5641. For circulation services please contact Aaron Kolodny at aaron@azintegratedmedia.com
The content of any advertisements are the sole responsibility of the advertiser. The Foothills Focus assumes no responsibility for the claims of any advertisement. © 2022 Strickbine Publishing, Inc.
The Foothills Focus Online at www.TheFoothillsFocus.com
Safety, Maricopa County Sheriff ’s Office, Banner Hospital, FBI, and Department of Homeland Security met and discussed what their response would be in the event that there was some kind of incident at the plant. “In the future, we plan on having tabletop exercises where we will all sit down and come up with a simulated scenario where we would all kind of bring our resources to bear and work our way through that scenario to make sure we’re all on the same page in the event that something like that would happen,” Viner said. “We’re not saying that this is going to happen, but obviously preparedness is everything.” Dave Nielsen from Daisy Mountain Fire said it has a hazardous materials response team that has already been to the Taiwanese semiconductor plant site and is preparing as well. He then spoke about recent incidents and what they are doing to stay prepared throughout the fire season. Nielsen said that throughout April and May the Daisy Mountain Fire Department ran close to 1,000 dispatches, with an uptick toward the end of May. As temperatures rise and the area continues to dry, stage two fire restrictions are in place for safety. Nielsen said those restrictions will likely stay in place until the monsoon season hits. The Daisy Mountain Citizen Emergency Response Team has also been continuing training to be able to provide assistance in the event of an emergency as an added layer of protection. Deer Valley Unified School District director of school operations and athletics, Scott Warner, was also in attendance at the meeting. He said that in light of the recent school shooting in Texas, the district is examining and making changes to its own response plans and procedures for increased safety. “One of the changes is that we used
See MORE Online!
to recommend that when school was in session, teachers would lock their doors,” Warner said. “We’re now going to require that, so that would be an expectation we have for teachers.” “One of the other changes is that anyone with a radio — that could be a maintenance person, the school security monitor or administrators — can implement a code red lockdown, which is when there’s an imminent threat on campus. It used to have to be called by an administrator, so there was a delay… We recognize there are a lot more eyes on campus than administrators who can do something. Those are just two examples of changes we made immediately.” He added that every high school and middle school in the district has an officer there all day, every day. Toward the end of the meeting, residents in attendance had the opportunity to speak, and many voiced their concerns and increasing frustration over issues like speeding, street racing and shooting. One resident said he had almost been hit while pushing his toddler in a stroller across Gavilan Peak Parkway and witnessed someone doing donuts on Jacksonville Drive. He, and others, requested that police take action and start handing out tickets or putting people in jail for illegal driving activity. However, the areas referred to are handled by the Maricopa County Sheriff ’s Office, not the Black Mountain Precinct, so Viner was unable to do anything other than pass the message along. The Maricopa County Sheriff ’s Office was invited to the public safety meeting, but was unable to attend. The Anthem Community Council will hold quarterly public safety meetings, though, and the Maricopa County Sheriff ’s Office will be invited to the next meeting in September.
www.TheFoothillsFocus.com
5
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
THERE’S NO SUBSTITUTE FOR INTEGRITY & A JOB WELL DONE!
That’s Why You’re Going To Love Us!
We Are Your Resident Experts
Family owned company
Not only are we experts in plumbing and air conditioning, we are your neighbors. As residents of North Phoenix, we bring over 31 years of experience with 16 years in business and a neighborly approach to service.
Testimonials
We recognize that nobody likes to have air-conditioning/heating or plumbing problems, but when you do, you have a choice. When you choose West Coast Plumbing and Air, you are choosing the company that looks out for its neighbors and one that comes with a 100% money back guarantee.
Call Us! We keep our appointments We fix it right the first time We offer a 100% money back guarantee We work weekends with no extra weekend charges We offer Valley Wide Service
Summer is Here!
250
$
“Thank you for getting our air working for us! It was an urgent matter, and they had someone at our house within 2 hours of my phone call.” - Anthem Resident
“The technician was awesome he was fast, professional and polite. Hopefully I won’t have to call anyone anytime soon but, if I had to West Coast Plumbing & Air would be my first choice.” - North Phoenix Resident
00
*
OFF A NEW TRANE UNIT INSTALL
“Great service! Got the job done right, and for the right price.” - Glendale Resident
16 Years in Business
*Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires June 30,2022.
623.582.1117 BESTOF
2022
A rating +
VALLEY WIDE SERVICE ROC #221431 #274551
We are dual licensed to service both residential and commercial
Like Our Facebook Page facebook.com/westcoastplumbingandair
6
NEWS
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Chas Roberts to give away A/C systems BY FOOTHILLS FOCUS STAFF
C
has Roberts, a local family-owned A/C, heating and plumbing provider, is donating two brand new A/C systems, including installation, to two lucky winners as part of its 13th annual Cool Play Giveaway. Nominations are being accepted through June 30. Must be an Arizona resident. Air conditioners are mandatory in Arizona so each year, Chas Roberts donates units to two families or nonprofits in need of a new air conditioner. The Cool Play Giveaway was initially started by Chas Roberts President and CEO Sissie Roberts Shank to help local families or organizations that may be undergoing a hardship and are in need of a new A/C system. “The Cool Play Giveaway is something we started 13 years ago and it’s still going strong,” Shank said.
“As we all know, summer is brutal in Arizona, so we want to do our part to help families or organizations that are struggling. Chas Roberts is a family business — our community and our customers are part of our family — so it’s important to us that we help as many people as possible.” Chas Roberts’ vendors Carrier and Goodman donate the A/C systems each year. Smiley Crane provides the crane service, and Chas Roberts coordinates the program and provides the installation. For more information or to nominate a family or nonprofit, visit chasroberts.com/coolplay.
Chas Roberts will be accepting nominations for its Cool Play Giveway of two A/C systems until June 30. (Chas Roberts/Submitted)
NEWS
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
7
Child Crisis giving away pool fences BY FOOTHILLS FOCUS STAFF
S
wimming is top of mind for children in search of fun and a break from the heat. To create awareness and keep children safe around water, Child Crisis Arizona has relaunched the Pool Fence Safety Program in conjunction with Salt River Project and the United Phoenix Firefighters Charities. “SRP and UPFC launched the free pool fence program about 20 years, which provides funding for families that are financially unable to afford pool barriers and have young children,” said Caitlin Sageng, family resources manager of Child Crisis Arizona. “After a program hiatus, we are now joining the effort as the program coordinator, which aligns perfectly with our Safe Kids of Maricopa County program. We are excited for this new opportunity to serve families.” Families living in Maricopa County can apply to be awarded a new pool fence at no cost if they meet certain eligibility criteria. The application process ends July 5. “As the largest provider of water in the Valley for the past century, water safety is paramount at SRP,” said Regina Lane, SRP community engagement strategist. “Research shows that secure pool fencing can prevent about 75% of wa-
ter-related drownings of unsupervised children. SRP is committed to improving the quality of life for the people we serve. Through our various drowning-prevention outreach programs and contributions, we hope to help parents with the education and resources they need to keep their children safe around water.” The total sponsorship is $35,000, with $25,000 funded by SRP. The UPFC pledges to raise $10,000 to support the program. “The installation of pool barriers continues to be a key factor in the prevention of child drownings,” said David Ramirez with United Phoenix Firefighters Charities. “There is nothing more aggressive in preventing tragedies than putting in a pool fence. Child drownings are truly a community problem. We are encouraged to have organizations like SRP and Child Crisis Arizona step up and lead this effort.” Applications are available in English and Spanish. Families may apply on the Child Crisis Arizona website, childcrisisaz.org/pool-fence-safety-program. Requirements: • Must have a child 6 years old or younger living in the home • Home must be owner-occupied, no renters • Family must reside within Maricopa
Anthem Community council elects board
BY FOOTHILLS FOCUS STAFF
T
he Anthem Community Council recently held its board of directors elections. Carolynn Hiron was re-elected to represent the Anthem Country Club Community Association. Darrin Francom was re-elected to represent the Anthem Parkside Community Association. Following the election, the ACC board members also selected new officers. Each year, the Anthem master planned community holds elections for the seven-member Anthem Community Council.
Board members are volunteers from each of the homeowners associations that form the Anthem community serving a three-year term. 2022 Anthem Community Council Board is chair Darrin Francom, vice chair Carolynn Hiron, secretary Chilesa Ready, treasurer Doug Sutherland, and directors Bob McKenzie, Barb Patterson and Gina Richard. Anthem has received numerous awards including “Best Master Planned Community” and “Best Family Friendly Neighborhoods.” Additional information about the ACC Board and Anthem is available at anthemonline.com
Applications for the Pool Fence Safety program must be sent by July 5. County • Family must be income-qualified and participation in one of the following assistance programs will be used to verify
income eligibility: Food stamps, Medicaid, WIC, energy assistance, unemployment or a recipient of the 2021 Child Tax Credit.
8
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Largest Flooring Sale
EVER!
75FF
%
O
ALL NEW FLOORING* *
2 weeks only or until supplies last.
Vinyl Plank Laminate Wood Tile Carpet
Call NOW! 623-244-8260
COUPON
$500
*
OFF OFF
Pet Proof Flooring Expires August 1st, 2022
COUPON
$750
Or Go Online www.healthyhomeflooring.co
*
OFF OFF
Bundle Savings Discount
When you purchase both carpet & any hard surface together Expires August 1st, 2022
5 Stars
Reviews
ROC328401 Must present coupon or ad at the time of initial appointment. Offers are first appointment incentives only and only good if both decision-makers are present. Cannot combine offers. Dustless tile removal does not actually mean no dust, rather a lot less dust and still a construction site and will need professional cleaning. $9 a day based on 36-month financing including basic installation and product with 1000sf or less, and room size 12x15. Rooms greater in size or using upgraded flooring will add additional monthly costs. Does not include stairs or rip up. Financing is based on approved credit. $5,500 min purchase for free air duct cleaning. Free home disinfectant service makes no claims to kill COVID-19 or prevent it. *
FREE Air Duct Cleaning* Shop At Home Next Day Installation Lifetime Labor Warranty Exclusive customer installation tracking portal
Dustless Tile Removal* Free Home Disinfectant*
NEWS
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
POLICE from page 1
The recommendations — which department officials told the committee they would work to implement within months rather than years — come at a time when Phoenix Police Department ranks are alarmingly depleted. Through early retirements and resignations — either for a different career or a higher-paying job with another law enforcement agency — the number of available first-responder officers has fallen below the minimum number officials believe necessary to adequately cover the city, according to testimony and memos. While there has been a small uptick in the number of police academy recruits in recent weeks, Executive Assistant Police Chief Michael Kurtenbach told a city council subcommittee last week that as of June 6, “we were down to 977 available first-responder officers.” With 1,096 officers considered “the minimum staffing,” he said, that meant the department had 1,064 officers on patrol and only 14 officers-in-training who were expected shortly to join their ranks. “Priority One median response times have gone up to seven minutes and 21 seconds. That’s a metric that is emotional,” Kurtenbach said. Data from the department show that in the first five months of this year, 120 officers have either retired of resigned while 275 did so all of last year. City council has approved funding for 3,125 sworn positions — lower than the 3,388 sworn positions the department had filled at its peak in 2008. As of the end of April, filled sworn positions in Phoenix PD totaled 2,703. The manpower shortage ripples through the department. Last fall, a department memo said monthly detective caseloads involving assaults, burglary, domestic violence and adult sex crimes are anywhere from twice to 10 times the number recommended for best practices. The average caseload per officer
ASU Professor Dr. Michael Scott, a former police officer, led a team from the university that examined 2 million calls for service made to Phoenix police last year and determined more than 200,000 did not require a uniformed officer’s involvement. (YouTube/Submitted) for burglary investigations is the highest — 169 cases instead of the recommended 15 cases — while the average monthly case-load for domestic violence investigations is 66 cases per officer instead of the recommended 15. The department since then has not updated city council on where those
Summer is here
WANT TO COOL OFF IN PRESCOTT?
Judy Bluhm serves the North Phoenix and Prescott areas. Looking for a cabin in the woods? A lot in the cool pines? A second home out of the heat? Judy knows Prescott. The cool place to enjoy summers.
Live Your Best Life! Judy Bluhm REALTOR
®
602.826.3215
judy@judybluhm.com www.JudyBluhm.com
caseloads stand. Kurtenbach said the department has adjusted shifts and deployment — such as assigning more officers in the city’s four busiest precincts and creating schedules where more officers are on duty during the busiest times of the day and week. He also was mildly optimistic about
9
the number of recruits who have entered the academy in recent months. Data shows that the first two batches of academy recruits this year totaled 15 while the second two batches totaled 30. In 2020, the four batches of recruits totaled 160 while last year that total was 78. Kurtenbach and other city officials who appeared before Councilwoman Anne O’Brien’s Public Safety and Justice Subcommittee last week said adoption of the ASU recommendations would reduce the number of less serious calls that siphon the number of officers available to handle often life-or-death emergencies. The study was performed by Dr. Michael Scott, a clinical professor in ASU’s School of Criminology and Criminal Justice; Professor David Swindell, a member of its School of Public Affairs and director of the Center for Urban Innovation; Dr. Heather Ross of ASU’s School of Nursing and Health Innovation; and
see POLICE page 10
10
NEWS
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
POLICE from page 9
nine students. Scott, a former police officer, said the study’s guiding principle has been: “Police officers’ time should be prioritized for performing tasks that they are uniquely authorized, trained and equipped to perform, referring as much as possible, those tasks that can be performed safely and competently by other entities.” “There are some calls that police officers would clearly prefer be handled by someone else,” he told the subcommittee. “But it’s also true that there are some calls that some citizens also would prefer be handled by someone other than police.” Besides analyzing the 2 million calls for service made last year, Scott’s group also took one day — March 4, 2020 — to determine how many calls involve mental health issues. He said the group discovered that in reality, there were eight times as many situations involving a men-
City Councilwoman Anne O’Brien heads the council subcommittee that heard the results of the ASU study. (YouTube/Submitted) tal health problem than listed in records because the initial call to polcie had been miscoded. The eight call types identified as calls that can be handled by someone other than a police officer involve matters that do not require a cop’s authority of expertise, Scott said. For example, nuisance calls can be
handled by neighborhood services workers while others, like fender-benders, can either be handled by a civilian police department employee or simple self-reported by the people involved. “What’s critically important here is to ensure that when there is a genuine emergency requiring police, that the resources are available to get officers there right away,” Scott said. “Every minute of the police officers performing one task represents the lost opportunity for that officer to be doing something else– something else that might be more valuable. “And one of the most problematic opportunity costs is when patrol officers lack the time to perform proactive tasks that could actually prevent crime and disorder because all their time is consumed with reactive tasks responding to crime and disorder.” Some of the eight call types require some additional analysis on the spot when the call is made, he said. That’s particularly true of those involving a mental health issue.
City Councilman Tom Waring expressed concern about rising noise complaints and how offenders might respond to nonuniformed city workers sent to investigate them. (YouTube/Submitted) Scott said that while most of those calls are better handled by a trained civilian worker, most of those calls require proper screening “to determine whether or not there is a danger involved in the call,” Scott said.
see POLICE page 11
Give now to provide water and other lifesaving essentials SUMMER HEAT RELIEF
YES! I want to provide lifesaving water, hygiene kits, and essential care to those who are hurting and homeless in the sweltering heat this summer. Enclosed is my gift: $100 Amount $ _________
$50
$25
$_______ to help as much as possible
My check is enclosed
I’d like to pay by credit card
Card type __________ Card number__________________________________________________ Exp. ___________ CVV Code ____________ My phone number ( ______ ) _______________________________________________________ Email address ____________________________________________________________________ Name __________________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________________ City/State/Zip ___________________________________________________________________
Ways to Give
Help rescue homeless neighbors from the deadly desert heat
Mail: Return this slip with a check or credit card donation to Phoenix Rescue Mission PO Box 6708 Phoenix, AZ 85005-6708 Phone: (602) 346-3336 Online: phxmission.org/CodeRedSave U865669643
KE267NU
UUU
A
G1
Thank You! You will receive a tax-deductible receipt. Phoenix Rescue Mission’s Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO) Code is 20549.
KT
X
6
NEWS
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
POLICE from page 10
On the other hand, noise complaints are not an officers’ job, Scott said. The department fielded 17,000 noise complaints last year and Scott said, “There’s a whole science of noise abatement, specialized technology. “Alternatively, these could also be handled by police assistance, community service,” he continued. “We also encourage the city continued to make use of civil cost recovery that’s used for loud party complaints and perhaps apply that to some other intrusion alarms.” Police handled more than 36,000 alarm calls a year and Scott said officers should be sent to investigate “only when verified as being suspicious.” Another 3,500 calls came from people who found what appeared to have been stolen or lost merchandise. Those items, Scott said, could simply be taken by the caller to a po-
lice station. As for the 12,000 abandoned vehicle complaints, tow truck companies with city contracts could handle those while 10,000 complaints about parking violations could be handled by civilian employees. “The core lesson that’s been learned from these studies over the years is that it is critical that police provide the community realistic service expectations and then meet those expectations rather than provide them with unrealistic expectations,” Scott said. “Often even if citizens initially expect that a uniformed police officer will appear at their front door or five minutes after they call, they often are glad to wait a bit longer to receive the service,” he explained adding that while an officer in some situations “might be needed to take some immediate action,” it could then be “handed off entirely to another entity that has the right expertise.” While council members appeared generally in favor of the recommen-
dations and wanted to know what city codes or policies had to be changed to implement them, Councilman Tom Waring worried about noise calls involving rowdy behavior at short-term rentals — a significant neighborhood problem in many Valley cities. Phoenix handled 344 such calls in 2019 — the latest year for which the department had statistics — and the average fine was $100. “If people are renting out a house for $1,000 a night that $100 fine doesn’t do anything,” Waring said. “It doesn’t help the residents. I think people don’t always react to the officers at these parties the way you might expect. “I can’t even imagine how it’s going to be if it’s somebody who’s, you know, an assistant or something as word spreads about that. So I am concerned that that issue might actually get more prevalent than it already is. But I understand also it’s not violent crime…But that’s something that I would hope we would consider that
Activate and Revitalize Collagen Production with the power of SCULPTRA
June s l a i c e Sp ! 2 2 0 2
AESTHETIC
2 vials $1149 (reg. $1500)
this has got to be something that’s rising.” While Kurtenbach told the subcommittee it will take several months to sort through the recommendations to determine which can be implemented immediately and which ones might require council action, he also said Scott’s group still have more work to do — particularly when it came to involving mental health issues. But Waring said that since the implementation of some recommendations will require additional city employees in other departments, “the sooner we can get out hiring notices, the better.”
The Foothills Focus Online at www.TheFoothillsFocus.com
Resurface and Tighten your NECK with
ERBIUM LASER $479 and receive a FREE Revision Nectifirm 1.7oz ($92 value for free product)
$75 off any JUVEDERM brand FILLER syringe (includes Voluma, Vollure, Volbella, and Juvederm)
MICRO-NEEDLING is one of the BEST treatments
Honor the Man in Your Life for
available for stimulating collagen production and refreshing skin
FATHER’S DAY Any gentleman who receives BOTOX in June receives a B12/Fat Burner Punch Card FREE (includes 11 Free Injections) ($110 value for free injections)
11
Full Face $199 (reg. $299) OR
Add PRP to your treatment $349 (reg. $429) 42211 N. 41st Drive, Suite A109, Anthem 623.399.8222 PremierWellnessAZ.com
NEWS
12
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Discount up to 30% with Drive Safe & Save !* ™
City mapping new garbage, recycling days BY FOOTHILLS FOCUS STAFF
P Justin Simons, Agent 41722 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, 3655 W Anthem Way #110 Anthem, AZ 85086 Anthem, AZ 85086 (Next to Barro’s Pizza)
623-551-3700 Business: Business: 623-551-3700 justin.simons.j663@statefam.com justin.simons.j663@statefarm.com I’m inviting you to make our roads safer and get rewarded for doing so. Are you in? Contact me today to get started.
*Some customers could see a discount up to 50%. Discount names, percentages, availability and eligibility may vary by state and coverage selected. Enrollment, terms and conditions apply. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity Company Bloomington, IL State Farm County Mutual Insurance Company of Texas Richardson, TX 1901979
hoenix’s rapid growth likely will change your garbage and recyclables and greens collection days by October. In recent testimony before the Phoenix City Council Community and Cultural Investment Subcommittee, Assistant Public Works Director Felipe Moreno said the citywide reroute will affect 80% of its 413,000 households that rely on its services. Quarterly bulk trash and hazardous materials pickup days will not change. About 270 equipment operators work in the city’s four general collection areas. Moreno said his crews face an increasingly challenging task because Phoenix has add 27,000 customers in the past 10 years. “Why reroute? Honestly, it really comes down to growth and increased customer demand,” Moreno said, noting the last time the city overhauled its collection routes was in 2009 and “since that time we’re had 13 years of customer growth.” “Basically, with all of that,” he continued, “we need to reroute the city to optimize our routes and to increase our ability to service the increased demand. The benefits that we’re looking to achieve here is redistributed workloads. “So, we really want to make sure that we’re creating flexibility and how we assign our routes in our daily work to be able to manage the day and bring our drivers in at a reasonable time.” Moreno said he also wants to “reduce miles through operational efficiencies — reducing miles to the transfer station and around the neighborhoods” because “it’s always a goal to just optimize those routes.” Moreno said his department’s customer service “continues to be at a high level.” “With our residents, a lot of times you hear they set their watch to the time the driver comes to their house,” he said. “So, we want to continue to make sure that we can be reliable and dependable in providing that service — and then ensuring staff-
ing and equipment resources match the service demand.” Moreno said the reroute will not only absorb the growth in customers but also address anticipated new growth over the next two years. “So, this allows us to be more nimble and absorb the growth that we see coming through our continued houses that are growing in the north and southwest,” he said. The city won’t spring the new collection days on households, however. Deputy Public Works Director Lorizelda Stoeller said the fact that 80% of the department’s customers “are going to have a new day that their truck will be running down their street collecting, it’ll be important for us to ensure that we’re engaging our community and making sure they understand their new day of service.” She said messaging in English and Spanish “will provide individual notifications for residents with special collections.” Special collections are those residents who have multiple pick-up days. “We have about 10,000 customers that do have different days of collections,” she said, noting that one day might be dedicated to garbage collections and another to recyclables. She said for those households, “we will reach out personally to those customers knock on their doors through our field specialists. They’ll do dedicated walk-andtalks for those customers.” “We also are planning to provide multiple modes of communication, such as leaving door hangers, social media posts, newsletter updates, city service bills, updates, and our website updates,” Stoeller said. Stoeller said the department is remapping the routes citywide and hopes to present a final plan to city council when it returns in August from its summer recess. “Then Sept. 5, we will do mass mailing to
see GARBAGE page 13
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Garbage collection in Phoenix is divided into four general areas and city public works department officials said it’s a complicated task to rearrange routes and collection days. (City of Phoenix/Submitted)
GARBAGE from page 12
those 80% customers,” she continued. “It will be probably a postcard of some nature that will advertise this as your new day of service starting the week of Oct. 3.” “We do understand that there will be some transition,” she added. “Some cus-
tomers may not have received the notice and they weren’t home when we knocked on their doors. We do anticipate that we’ll have to offer courtesy collections. We’re ready to do that for up to two to three months, if needed, to ensure that our customers understand their new day of collection.
S H OW E R S A N D B AT H S
NEW SHOWER
SALE
We’re only offering these savings for this month only. Hurry and take advantage of our HUGE SAVINGS!
Call for a FREE consultation
866-983-3771
$799OFF Dreamstyle Shower System
18
MONTHS
NO WITH
PLUS
–INTEREST – PAYMENTS – MONEY DOWN
FREE SHOWER DOOR* THIS MONTH ONLY!
*0% APR for 18 months available to well qualified buyers on approved credit only. Financing not valid with other offers or prior purchases. Finance charges will be waived if promo balance is paid in full in 18 months. Down payment may be required, OAC. Valid with the purchase of a complete Dreamstyle Shower Systems. Due to COVID, some restrictions may apply. Dreamstyle Remodeling, Inc. (fn) ROC260542 B-3
NEWS
13
14
OPINION
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Opinion TheFoothillsFocus.com
|
@TheFoothills.Focus
For more opinions visit thefoothillsfocus.com /TheFoothillsFocus
AROUND THE BLUHMIN’ TOWN
We’re facing another dark day BY JUDY BLUHM Foothills Focus Columnist
C
hurches. Movie theaters. Shopping centers. Hospitals. Concerts. Schools. We watch with horror the news coverage of mass shootings and then with further disbelief the fallout of blame, outrage, opinions, accusations, analysis and all manner of political warfare. Have an idea? A microphone? Then go ahead, tell us all why this is happening, how our culture is responsible, how this country has changed, how messed up we are and oh, don’t forget to blast all
your thoughts on social media. Have an opinion? OK, tell the world. Have a solution? We are all waiting. No reasonable dialogue can ever be had with the pundits screaming, the fingers pointing and the anger mounting. We have reason to be enraged. This shouldn’t be happening in the greatest country in the world. Our kids should have a safe haven in their schools, a place to go free of threat, not carnage. Yes, this is a tragedy. We can do better. Politicians can’t fix this. God can’t stop this. And we can’t stand it. We all seem to agree that gun violence has gotten out
Dive into Summer Reading at Your Library!
of control. We just don’t seem, as a nation, to know what to do about it. Maybe we simply do not have the will to change things. We are polarized to the point of paralysis in implementing any workable solutions. Some folks believe that every teacher should be armed (won’t happen) and others say we take away all guns (won’t happen) and all possible solutions in between are debated, met with resistance and a “nothing we can do” sort of attitude. We point at “mental illness” as the source of all mass shootings. Other lament that the lack of morals and God in our culture is the problem. Well,
who wants to argue with that? But tell us what the “fix” might be. There are lots of tired sayings out there that don’t really help mitigate the problem like, “Guns aren’t the
see BLUHM page 18
Free & Easy to Participate! MaricopaCountyReads.org June 1 – August 1
“It’s fun and interactive. The prizes are awesome too!” –Summer Reading Participant
Use this Secret Code for Bonus Points: MOUNTAIN
OPINION
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Biden declares war – on himself BY J.D. HAYWORTH Foothills Focus Columnist
I
n 1964, President Johnson declared “War on Poverty.” In 1971, President Nixon announced a “War on Drugs.” In 1977, President Carter said “the moral equivalent of war” was needed to combat the Energy Crisis. In early April of this year, the current occupant at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue called his wife of almost 45 years Barack Obama’s vice president. No foolin’. Despite the thick “brain fog” enveloping Joe Biden, the leftist cabinet officers and staffers surrounding him have a mission they are pursuing with crystal clarity. Simply stated, it is an undeclared “War on the Law-Abiding.” Gone is the notion of improving the standard of living for an increasingly shrinking middle class. Also absent is any inclination to advocate for the “little guy who works hard and plays by the rules.” And long ago, what Hubert Humphrey called the “politics of joy” went missing in action. All that has been replaced by the politics of grievance. Deliberate steps have been taken to make sure that Lady Justice has lost her blindfold and that a heavy left thumb has unbalanced her scales. “Equal justice under law” has yielded to “special justice based on cultural consideration of ‘social victim’ status.” That’s the rationale behind the deliberate use of the term “equity” to replace
the concept of equality. Rather than work to insure equality of opportunity for all, the Biden Bunch has chosen to short-circuit that process and manipulate outcomes favoring those regarded as “deserving.” So now, “cultural karma” displaces constitutional principles. In progressive parlance, it’s called “social justice.” In the real world, it’s called “payback.” The vision of a “Post-Racial America” has deteriorated into a “Most-Racial America,” viewed through the prism of progressive politics. Disagree with leftist methods and goals? You’ll immediately hear the taunt, “Racist!” Misfits, miscreants, and militants comprise the core constituency of the American Left today, along with “conspiring capitalists of convenience,” who rely on the manipulation of government policies to achieve their desired business success. Think of the bevy of billionaires who reached that economic status based on their “timely investments” in so-called “green energy” policies propagated by progressives. Who made the largest investment? American taxpayers, of course. Who reaped the largest profits? Political patrons of today’s Democratic Party. Turns out the “green” in “green energy” isn’t the environment! Even life-long Democrats have discovered that this isn’t their Grandpa’s political party. AOC is no JFK… Kamala Harris is no Barbara Jordan…and though he may fit the demographic, there’s nothing grandfatherly about Joe Biden.
How to get a letter published E-mail: christina@timespublications.com
The Foothills Focus welcomes letters that express readers’ opinion on current topics. Letters must include the writer’s full name, address (including city) and telephone number. The Foothills Focus will print the writer’s name and city of residence only. Letters without the requisite identifying information will not be published. Letters are published in the order received, and they are subject to editing. The Foothills Focus will not publish consumer complaints, form letters, clippings from other publications or poetry. Letters’ authors, not the Foothills Focus, are responsible for the “facts” presented in letters.
Scowling, squinting, and shouting isn’t a display of leadership; it betrays a lack of confidence…or worse, confusion. While Biden’s befuddlement is personal, no such confusion is shared collectively within the Biden Administration. For the team allegedly “supporting” Ol’ Joe, the modus operandi seems to be “just put it in front of ‘Pops’ and he’ll sign it!” The comparative ease of issuing executive orders when compared with finding consensus for legislative action was encapsulated in this comment from former Bill Clinton aide Paul Begala: “Stroke of a pen. Law of the land. Kinda cool!” Voters’ ardor has cooled for Joe Biden…his perilous plunge in the polls confirms it. So does the increasingly critical coverage from major newspapers, the alphabet networks, and their “cable cousins.” Charitably, it’s hard to imagine the Joe Biden who entered the Senate in 1973
at age 30 would recognize the Joe Biden of today. No, that’s not because of what leftists would label as “political maturity.” Instead, it is due to his sadly obvious cognitive deterioration. Given his rare moments of clarity, Joe Biden must realize that he is really at war with himself.
HILLCREST B A P T I S T
15
C H U R C H
Grow With Us!
SUNDAYS AT 10:30AM ✔ Practical Bible message ✔ Inspiring music
✔ Family atmosphere
HILLCREST BAPTIST CHURCH (Meets inside Ridgeline Academy)
602.350.0968
www.hillcrestbaptistaz.org
16
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Great views and contemporary style.
Great views and contemporary style. V300Series SeriesVinyl VinylWindows Windows&&Doors. Doors. MilgardTrinsic Trinsic™™V300 Milgard
you’vebeen beenlooking lookingfor foraacontemporary contemporaryvinyl vinylwindow, window,the thenew newTrinsic TrinsicSeries Seriesisisfor for IfIfyou’ve you.The Theframe frameprofi profileleisisso sonarrow, narrow,you’ll you’llhardly hardlyknow knowit’s it’sthere. there.With Withthe themaximum maximum you. availableviewable viewableglass glassarea, area,you’ll you’llenjoy enjoyamazing amazingviews viewsoutside. outside. available Trinsic TrinsicSeries Seriesvinyl vinylwindows windowsand anddoors doorsare areavailable availablefrom fromthe thedealers dealerslisted listedbelow. below. Available Availablefrom fromLasting LastingImpressions. Impressions.Stop Stopby byour ourdesign designshowroom. showroom. 4454. E. Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018 4454. E. Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018 Showroom Hours: Mon - Thu 8:30-5:00 | Fri 8:30-4:00 Showroom Monby- Thu 8:30-5:00 |602.508.0800 Fri 8:30-4:00 | liwindow.com Saturday andHours: evenings appointment:
Saturday and evenings by appointment: 602.508.0800 | liwindow.com
Trade in your yourSAVE old Buy Local and Trade in old up to $1500 windows & doors! doors! windows & Buy Buy55orormore moreMilgard MilgardTrinsic™ Trinsic™windows windowsoror doors and receive $50 per window and doors and receive $50 per window and $150 per door unit instant discount.
$150 per door unit instant discount.
Act Now and Call for a FREE Estimate!
Act Now and Call for a FREE Estimate!
(602)508-0800 (602)508-0800
Must order by 01/01/2022. Max discount $1500
Must order by 01/01/2022. Max discount $1500
OPINION
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
17
Here’s a primer on Valley geography South Phoenix: The city south of downtown but north of South Mountain. The area includes urban clusters to the east and sprawling farms and warehouses to the west. However, south Phoenix does not include the southernmost tip of Phoenix.
BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Foothills Focus Columnist
W
hen I moved west in 1995 to be a newspaper scribe, one of the challenges was getting acquainted with the Valley’s geography. The grid system was easy enough, as were major cross streets like Broadway, Southern, Indian School and Van Buren. But the finer distinctions eluded me. I’m talking about, “Is Scottsdale in the East Valley?” Or, “Where exactly does the West Valley begin?” (To which I answer, it’s a lot like Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart’s definition of porn: I can’t exactly say, “but I know it when I see it”). With 100,000 people moving here annually, I figure we need a user’s guide to the Valley’s terminology. Here you have it: East Valley: This moniker, allegedly coined by the editors of the Tribune back in the day, covers Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, Queen Creek – and Scottsdale. Apparently, the Scottsdale politicos and residents of the city’s tonier neighborhoods hate this idea, which is all the more reason to insist on it. South Scottsdale: The city south of Fashion Square, with a carve out for the bars and party spots of “Old Town,” which may or may not admit anyone over age 28 after 9 at night. A Realtor who specializes in the area describes it as “the heart and soul of the city.” Translated: You can afford it! West Valley: Generally speaking, this region includes everything west of the 17 freeway that is not in Phoenix – except Maryvale, which is in Phoenix, but poor, so Phoenix would like it to be someplace else. Glendale, which begins at 43rd Avenue, is in the West Valley. So are places like Peoria, Avondale, Buckeye, Tolleson and Youngtown, a small town ironically devoid of
young people. Many of the western suburbs are named for their distance from Phoenix, like Surprise (“I’m surprised it’s so damn far”) and Goodyear (“it will take a good year to get here if there’s an accident on the 10”). Phoenix, which serves as the Valley’s central core, has its own naming nuances. North Phoenix: Notable for gated communities, mountain views and the prevalence of Walgreens at every intersection, North Phoenix oddly does not include Northern Avenue. It begins somewhere north of Paradise Valley – a Latin phrase meaning “home of photo radar” – and extends to about Flagstaff. Central Phoenix: An amorphous blob that begins where downtown Phoenix and the Central City areas end (say about Thomas Road) and winds north to about Shea Boulevard. East to west, Central Phoenix seems to span 44th Street to about Seventh Avenue. To the east is “the east side,” which has lots of industrial stuff, and to the west is the “west side,” notable for random gunfire and drive-thru restaurants that offer excellent burritos and end in the suffix “-berto’s.”
Ahwatukee: There’s some interesting arcana surrounding the name of the most southern ‘burb in Phoenix. Once upon a time, a huge house – Casa De Suenos, or “house of dreams”
see LEIBOWITZ page 18
L S S!
OPINION
RELEVANCE & RELATIONSHIPS RIGOR, RELEVANCE & RELATIONSHIPS ALLLL RIGOR, RIGOR, RELEVANCE & RELATIONSHIPS M L L S A A cause in children ages one to fore God wants her. He said, “God nev- gers” like going to large venues. Please BLUHM from Page 14 MofAdeath SM S S S 19!CL er leaves your side and always wants say it isn’t so. SS! LASS C CILZAlike S E problem, people are the problem.” News this brings us down. We you. Have no fear.” Words of comfort? Sometimes, in our darkest hours, we ! S! IZEcountry, SItoZEbeStrue. So, I guess the loveSSour Yep, seems our communities, Fear. I never experienced it too much, feel bereft. We want answers and action. 18
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
goal would be to keep a loaded firearm out of the hands of deranged, evil, dangerous and/or mentally ill people who have the desire to harm others, or themselves. Firearms are the leading
our children. We turn to God and ask, “Why?” And by the way, God, where the heck are you? Need a little help down here! A young girl asked her minister if she should worry if she will die be-
but now as I get older it is on my mind. Guess I am not alone. More people today are considering homeschooling their kids, not venturing out into “crowded places” and avoiding “dan-
To Advertise 480.898.5606
erict@timespublications.com
RIGOR, RELEVANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
Schedule a tour!
Mostly, we just want change. I keep the faith. Judy Bluhm is a writer and a local realtor. Have a story or a comment? Email Judy at judy@judybluhm.com.
LEIBOWITZ from Page 17
– stood out that way. Then a lady from Wyoming bought it and renamed the house “Ahwatukee,” which she said was the Crow Indians’ phrase for “house of dreams.” As it turns out, the Crow people – who don’t live in Arizona – don’t have that word in their language. But they do have the phrase “awe chuuke,” which means “the other side of the hill.” Consider yourself in the know, friend. But don’t worry if you’re confused. It only took me 27 years to figure this out. You’re probably quicker on the uptake. Schedule a tour!
Schedule a tour!
Call 623-551-5083 for K-5 Campus or 623-466-8187 for 6-12 Campus Call 623-551-5083 for K-5 Campus or 623-466-8187 6-12 Campus Call 623-551-5083 for K-5Visit Campus or 623-466-8187 for 6-12 Campus orfor schedule online. caurusacademy.org/schedule-a-tour or schedule online. Visit caurusacademy.org/schedule-a-tour or schedule online. Visit caurusacademy.org/schedule-a-tour
RIGOR, RELEVANCE, AND RELATIONSHIPS TUITION TUITION FREE! TUITION FREE! FREE! PUBLIC CHARTER PUBLIC PUBLIC CHARTER CHARTER SCHOOL SCHOOL K–12 SCHOOL K–12 K–12 • New! State-of-the Art • New! State-of-the Art Middle/High School Middle/High School Classroom & Gym Facilities Classroom & Gym Facilities • Kindergarten–2nd Grade: • Kindergarten–2nd Grade: • Kindergarten–2nd Grade: 14:1 Student to Staff Ratio 14:1 Student to Staff Ratio 14:1 Student to Staff Ratio • West-Mec & Paradise Valley • West-Mec & Paradise Valley • West-Mec & Paradise Valley K-5 Campus Location Community College Dual Community College Dual Community College Dual 41900 N. 42nd Ave. Enrollment Partnerships Enrollment Partnerships Anthem, AZ 85086 Enrollment Partnerships 623-551-5083 • High School HonorsSchedule Courses a tour! • High School Honors Courses • High School Honors Courses Call 623-551-5083 for K-5 Campus or 623-466-8187 for 6-12 Campus • Diverse & Inclusive or schedule online. Visit caurusacademy.org/schedule-a-tour Middle/High School • Diverse & Inclusive • Diverse & Inclusive Extracurriculars Campus Location Call 623-551-5083 for K-5 Campus or Extracurriculars Extracurriculars 623-466-8187 for 6-12 Campus 44111 N. 43rd Ave. • Varsity Athletics orAZ scheule Phoenix, 85087online. Visit • Varsity Athletics www.caurusacademy.org • Varsity Athletics caurusacademy.org/schedule-a-tour
• New! State-of-the Art Middle/High School Classroom & Gym Facilities
N FREE!
Schedule a tour!
www.caurusacademy.org
623-466-8187 www.caurusacademy.org
K-5 Campus Location K-5 Campus Location 41900 N. 42nd Ave. 41900 N.AZ 42nd Ave. Anthem, 85086 Anthem, AZ 85086 623-551-5083
623-551-5083
Middle/High School Middle/High School Campus Location Campus Location 44111 N. 43rd Ave. 44111 N.AZ 43rd Ave. Phoenix, 85087 Phoenix, AZ 85087 623-466-8187
623-466-8187
FEATURES
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Features TheFoothillsFocus.com
|
@TheFoothills.Focus
19
For more features visit thefoothillsfocus.com
/TheFoothillsFocus
Barro’s Pizza, Pepsi raise funds for pediatric cancer BY FOOTHILLS FOCUS STAFF
B
arro’s Pizza and Pepsi are teaming up for the seventh year this June to raise money for children and families affected by pediatric cancer. Throughout June, all Barro’s Pizza locations will donate proceeds, up to $40,000, from the sale of any lunch special to the Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children, a local nonprofit whose mission is to help Arizona families with the high costs and challenging logistics while caring for their children during cancer treatment. “We are so proud to support such an
amazing organization like the Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children,” said Mike Barro, co-owner of Barro’s Pizza. “The work they do in our community for children and their families is incredible, so each June we look forward to helping support this critical mission. Thanks to our loyal customers, we’ve raised more than $180,000 to date and look forward to this year’s fundraising efforts.” Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children was founded in 2013 by Chrisie Funari after she lost her young daughter, Ava, to cancer.
see BARRO’S page 20
Coming June 29th BESTOF
2022
Our reader poll is designed to let YOU tell us about your favorite people, places, shops, restaurants and things to do in Anthem, Carefree, Cave Creek and North Phoenix PEOPLE | PLACES | SHOPS | RESTAURANTS | THINGS TO DO
Throughout June, all Barro’s Pizza locations will donate proceeds, up to $40,000, from the sale of any lunch special to the Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children. (Barro’s Pizza/Submitted)
20
FEATURES
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
BARRO’S from page 19
Funari traveled the country seeking the best treatments and care for her daughter. Knowing the struggle and the toll it takes on the family, Funari started the organization to empower families by ensuring they have a secure place to live, access to medical treatment and continued support. They have since helped hundreds of local families and will continue to help more and more families each year. “Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children is truly thankful for the continued support from Barro’s Pizza in partnership with Pepsi,” said Funari, president and founder of Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children. “Their generosity fuels our critical support and programs that we provide to Arizona families who have a child with cancer.” Barro’s Pizza is encouraging guests to choose from a selection of lunch specials at all locations. Lunch hours vary by location. For more information visit barrospizza.com.
Barro’s Pizza lunch specials range from a single slice of pizza at $2.50 to a large salad and a small drink for $8.50. Lunch hours vary by location. (Barro’s Pizza/Submitted)
Kendallwood Design Inc Home Remodel Specialists
Kitchen • Bath • Countertops • Tile • Backsplash
602-252-3844
www.Kendallwoods.com
BEFORE
FEATURES
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
21
Anthem July 4 festival set for July 3 BY FOOTHILLS FOCUS STAFF
the national anthem. Fireworks will launch weather permitting. Around 15,000 people attend the Independence Day Celebration in Anthem. “We work very closely with area law enforcement, the Daisy Mountain Fire and Medical Department, and the Maricopa County Department of Transportation to plan for our largest annual event in Community Park,” said Debbie Pulido, special events manager for the Anthem Community Council. A traffic control plan takes effect mid-afternoon on July 3. Some Anthem amenities will close early to allow for event preparation. The walking bridge between the Community Center and Community Park, and the skate park will close at 2 p.m. The skate park will reopen at 6 p.m. as a fireworks viewing area for those with
A
s part of its anniversary year, Anthem celebrates its 22nd Independence Day Celebration Sunday, July 3, in Community Park from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. A fireworks display will cap off the event, which also includes water and dry rides, inflatables, food vendors and dancing. Wet & Dry rides and inflatables will be on Softball Fields Nos. 2 and 3. Individuals are required to have a wristband to ride the slides or play on the inflatables. The unlimited wristbands can be purchased until noon July 3 for $20 at the Anthem Community Center, 41130 N. Freedom Way, or Anthem Civic Building, 3701 W. Anthem Way. Wristbands also will be available for purchase at the event for $20 each. It is recommended to purchase wristbands in advance to avoid lines at the event. Wristbands are nonrefundable and nonreplaceable. Starting at 9 p.m., the fireworks show will immediately follow the singing of
Individuals are required to have a wristband to ride the slides and play on the inflatables. Each band is $20.
CELEBRATE
see FESTIVAL page 22
FATHER’S DAY AT THE BALLPARK
HAWAIIAN SHIRT GIVEAWAY
SUNDAY, JUNE 19 FIRST PITCH 1:10
DBACKS.COM Atttendees are encouraged to visit the Food Court and Rotary Beer Garden on Softball Field No. 4 throughout the event.
FEATURES
22
FESTIVAL from page 21
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
works in the open areas of the park are recommended. It is recommended to leave pets at home as the fireworks can be frightening for them and high temperatures can be difficult. If pets do attend, they must be leashed at all times; harnesses are recommended. Anthem Community Park is located at 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway in Anthem. For more information, visit onlineatanthem.com.
special needs. The Community Center will close at 3 p.m. Vehicles must be removed from the parking lot by 3 p.m., to secure the area for the fireworks fallout zone. Residents and guests are welcome to bring food and nonalcoholic beverages to enjoy picnic-style in the park. Personal barbecue grills are not allowed. Outside food, beverages and seating are not permitted within the fenced field areas. Attendees are encouraged to visit the Food Court and Rotary Beer Garden on Softball Field No. 4. Attendees are not allowed to bring or launch personal fireworks in Community Park. Lawn chairs or blankets The fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m. following the national anthem, to watch the fire- weather permitting.
Anthem celebrates its 22nd Independence Day Celebration on Sunday, July 3 in Community Park from 5:30 to 9:30p.m.
NORTH VALLEY PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS
General Practice Law Firm for all your legal needs!
• • • •
Free personal injury case evaluations An attorney will supervise your case from start to finish No fees unless we collect on your behalf History of successfully negotiating down medical costs -increasing the money in your pocket. 42104 N. Venture Drive, Suite A 118, Anthem, AZ 85086 • All vehicle accidents/wrongful death
623-551-9366 CarrollLawFirm.com
FEATURES
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
23
Getting all dressed up with somewhere good to go CHURCH COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Pastor Ed Delph Foothills Focus Columnist
B
illy Graham was 92 years old with Parkinson’s disease when this actual event happened. In January 2000, leaders in Charlotte, North Carolina, invited their favorite son, Graham, to a luncheon in his honor. He hesitated to accept the invitation because he struggles with Parkinson’s disease. But the Charlotte leaders said, “We don’t expect a major address. Just come and let us honor you.” So, he agreed. After the opening accolades, Graham stepped to the rostrum, looked at the crowd, and said, “I’m reminded today of Albert Einstein, the great physicist who this month was honored by Time magazine as the ‘Man of the Century.’” Einstein was once traveling from Princeton on a train when the conductor came down the aisle, punching the tickets of every passenger. When he came to Einstein, Einstein reached in his vest pocket. He couldn’t find his ticket, so he reached into his trouser pockets. It wasn’t there. He looked in his briefcase but couldn’t find the ticket. Then he looked on the seat beside him. He still couldn’t find it. The conductor said, “Dr. Einstein, I know who you are. We all know who you are. I’m sure you bought a ticket. Don’t worry about it.” Einstein nodded appreciatively. The conductor continued down the aisle, punching tickets. Then, as he was ready to move to the next car, he saw the great physicist down on his hands and knees, looking under his seat for his ticket. The conductor rushed back and said, “Dr. Einstein, don’t worry, I know who you are, no problem. You don’t need a ticket. I’m sure you bought one.” Einstein looked at him and said, “Young man, I know who I am. What I don’t know is where I’m going.”
Graham continued with his speech. “See the suit I’m wearing? It’s a brand-new suit. My children and grandchildren tell me I’ve gotten a little slovenly in my old age. I used to be a bit more fastidious. So, I bought a new suit for this luncheon and one more occasion. Do you know what that occasion is? This suit is the suit in which I will be buried. But when you hear I’m dead, I don’t want you to remember the suit I’m wearing. Instead, I want you to remember this: I not only know who I am. I also know where I’m going.” Many of us would agree with Graham: “Life without God is like an unsharpened pencil – it has no point.” There’s a lesson here we can glean from Graham. We are not human beings going through a temporary spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings going through a temporary human experience. Here are some quotes about dying by some current cultural influencers who would probably disagree with Graham: “I hate death. In fact, I could live forever without it.” “I intend to live forever, so far – so good.” “It’s not that I’m afraid to die. I just don’t want to be there when it happens.” “Life’s not fair. If life was fair, Elvis would be alive, and all the imperson-
ators would be dead.” If the devil wrote a book, it would be entitled “You Only Live Once.” Please understand that life on this side of the curtain is temporal. Also, realize that life on the other side of the curtain is eternal. Graham knew the end was just a beginning in disguise. He knew who he was and where he was going. Often, when one door closes, another opens; but more often, we look so long and regretfully at the closed door that we do not see the new door that has opened for us. Robert Millikan once said, “We have come from somewhere and are going somewhere. The great architect of the universe never built a stairway that leads to nowhere.” Death is nothing but a transition; it is the final step toward something better. However, we need to make the first step (earth) to get to the last step (heaven). Death is not a period but a comma in the story of life. But it takes faith to believe there is life after death. Faith is not the absence of doubt but the presence of belief. Faith is not something that goes against the evidence. It goes beyond it. God never made a promise that was too good to be true. Dwight L. Moody said, “Death may be the king of terrors…but Jesus is the king of kings.” Moody also said, “We talk about heaven being so far away. Heaven is within speaking distance to those
who belong there. Heaven is a prepared place for a prepared people.” Don’t be all dressed up, not knowing where you are going. A. W. Tozer said, “Faith comes first to the hearing ear, not to a cogitating mind.” The Bible says faith comes by hearing a word from God concerning Jesus, and that word is Jesus saves. And faith is like a toothbrush. Every person should have one and use it regularly, but they shouldn’t try to use someone else’s. Graham had that kind of faith, and we can have that kind of faith, too. May each of us live our lives in a faith-filled way, so we don’t have to worry about where we are going when our ticket is punched. Fathers, Father’s Day is the happiest when you invite the Father of Fathers into your home. It’ll do you good and help you too. Ed Delph is a noted author of 10 books, as well as a pastor, teacher, former business owner and speaker. Ed has traveled extensively, having been to more than 100 countries. He is president of NationStrategy, a nonprofit organization involved in uplifting and transforming communities worldwide. For more information, see nationstrategy.com. Ed may be contacted at nationstrategy@cs.com.
To Advertise 480.898.5606 erict@timespublications.com
JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
CALL TO ADVERTISE 480-898-6465
NOW HIRING
JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG LOCAL JOBS. LOCAL PEOPLE.
24
Be a part of something CMC Steel Arizona is growing! We are hiring immediately for crane operations, maintenance
BIG BENEFITS
positions, machine operators and more!
• Competitive pay for all positions
We also are seeking recent college graduates for Core, our career path rotational program that
• $3 shift differential for rotating shift work
provides you with cross-training across CMC’s lines
• Paid Vacation
of business. Visit us online to apply today!
jobs.cmc.com
THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022 | JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG / JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG
• Full-Time • Part-Time • Freelance
Full and part time positions available Monday – Friday schedule Paid Holidays and PTO after 90 days Positions Available:
This paper has exciting opportunities for experienced news reporters and features writers. We are seeking strong writers and storytellers who excel at capturing the news and issues of a community.
• Non-CDL and Class A CDL drivers (load/unload) • Warehouse and Installation Associates • Bookkeeper/Billing Associate/Accountant (Quickbooks Online) We are a drug free work environment
If interested, email clips and your resume, along with a cover letter explaining why you are a good fit, to
Suzanne@TimesLocalMedia.com
Starting pay dependent on position and experience
EOE
Please apply by email Nicole Pellistri at nicole@awdaz.com or 602-272-6016
ONE TEAM! JOIN THE CCUSD TEAM TODAY!
JOB FAIR!
• communiTy educaTion • Food services • mainTenance/Grounds
• oT/pT • slp • TransporTaTion
Cave Creek Unified School District #94 33016 N 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85266 • www.ccusd93.org
CALL TO ADVERTISE 480-898-6465
• Teachers • counselors • classroom supporT
Join us! may 17Th 2:00-7:00 pm
NOW HIRING
LOVE YOUR COMMUNITY? LOVE TO WRITE? WE MAY HAVE THE PERFECT JOB FOR YOU!
JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG LOCAL JOBS. LOCAL PEOPLE.
AWD is a family owned and operated business that has been serving Arizona since 2005. We are a specialized interior installation service that caters to the commercial interior design industry. We provide receiving, inventory control, storage and delivery/installation services to our clients all over Arizona and other locations in the United States through our network of partners. Our focus is on making the customer experience efficient and complete, while providing a supportive work environment.
25
26
CLASSIFIEDS
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Ahwatukee Chandler Gilbert Glendale Mesa North Valley Peoria Phoenix SanTan Scottsdale Queen Creek West Valley
CLASSIFIEDS.PHOENIX.ORG To Advertise Call: 480-898-6465 or email Class@TimesLocalMedia.com Employment General
Meetings/Events
Commerical/ Industrial/Retail
HIRING NOW- Gen. Manager & Asst Mgr, By the Bucket - fast food restaurant in Anthem. Seniors & All others please apply! Contact RON at: (602)550-5773
Alanon meeting : New River Serenity Thursday nights 7P Desert Hills Comm Church, 34835 N. 7th St. 85086 newriverserenity.com
Affordable Anthem Executive Office Suite for Lease in Gateway Office Park. Incl: Internet, util, alarmed. 623-696-8670
FIND YOUR PASSION
Air Conditioning/Heating
AZCAN
Very Nice 1 Bd/ 1 Ba Very Private on Gated Property - Desert Hills (I17/Carefree Hwy). Large Covered Front PorchAll Appliances, A/C, Washer/Dryer & Water Included. New Paint, Carpet & Gravel. 1 Small Dog Under 35 Lbs. Possible. No Smoking. $1,500 Per Month 602-225-1140 (No Text)
The Generac PWRcell, a solar plus battery storage system. SAVE money, reduce your reliance on the grid, prepare for power outages and power your home. Full installation services available. $0 Down Financing Option. Request a FREE, no obligation, quote today. Call 1-844-7300219 (AzCAN)
Glass/Mirror • Custom Glass • Shower Doors & Enclosures • Window Glass Replacement • Custom Mirrors • Glass Table Tops & Shelves Come and visit our custom glass showroom behind the Dairy Queen in Cave Creek.
480-235-6101
www.aboveandbeyondglass.com ROC 233846 & ROC 236899
Air Conditioning/Heating
FEEL THE
Comfort
YOU’VE BEEN
Missing!
602-789-3000 info@azperfectcomfort.com www.azperfectcomfort.com
JOBS.PHOENIX.ORG To Advertise Call: 480-898-6465 or email Class@TimesLocalMedia.com
Homes For Rent
QUALITY, VALUE and a GREAT PRICE!
Hauling
Lifetime Warranty on Workmanship New 3-Ton 14 SEER AC Systems Only $5,995 INSTALLED! New Trane Air Conditioners NO INTEREST FINANCING - 60 MONTHS!
PlumbSmart Over 1,000 Five-Star Plumbing Heating & Air Google Reviews ★★★★★
— 602-517-8233 — Bulk Trash 1-Time Clean-Up
VETERAN OWNED & OPERATED • ROC#300933 • BONDED & INSURED
Junk / Debris Removal
HEATING • COOLING • INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Residential / Commercial
Announcements
Bonded/Insured • ROC #289252
602-805-0703 Drywall
DONALDSON DRYWALL Cave creek Resident Since 1984 • Water Damage • TV Niche Changes • Texture Match • Repairs/Remodels • New construction
FREE ESTIMATES 480-861-1375
Family Owned & Operated
Licensed Bonded Insured ROC #289594
Apartment and Home Move-Out SUMMER SPECIAL $ 350 Up to 1 Full Trailer* Local Anthem Resident
*CALL FOR DETAILS
Your Ad can go ONLINE ANY Day! Call to place your ad online! Classifieds 480-898-6465
are
CLASSIFIEDS
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022
Irrigation
Landscape/Maintenance ROC#215280
North Valley Landscaping
Irrigation
& Landscape est. 2002 ~ Anthem, Arizona
Install • Repair • Replace
623-203-7717
Quality you deserve for a great price you can afford.
✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Yard Clean-ups Maintenance Tree trimming Water features Irrigation / Repair
Plumbing
Plumbing
Wyman Plumbing. Your friendly neighborhood plumber for the NORTH PHX area! We can quote most jobs over the phone! 623-551-6688 ROC License #309216 Book Online at wyman-services.com
Drain Cleaning Experts, water heaters, disposals, water & sewer lines repaired/replaced & remodels. Rapid Response. If water runs through it we do it! 602-663-8432
Landscape/Maintenance
Call Brian
Sprinkler Repair Landscaping & More!
• Affordable Same Day Service • Dependable • Guaranteed • 12 Years Experience
No Job Too Big or Small
Residential & Commercial
602-330-6965
DUKES EXCAVATING Landscape Design/Installation
• Sprinkler Repair
SEPTIC SYSTEMS ◆ COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL CONVENTIONAL, ALTERNATIVE SEWER, STORM DRAIN & RETENTION SITE DEVELOPMENT ◆ UTILITIES ROC KA 302118 General Contractor JIM DUKES
623.606.8411
515 E. Carefree Hwy, #44, Phoenix, AZ 85085 dukesexcavatinginc@gmail.com
• Same Day Service JOE 480-703-6686 Serving Cave Creek for 40 years
Complete Septic Systems • Conventional & Alternative and Repairs
Engineered Pads • Site Prep • Grading • Hard Digs Utilities • Trucking/Hauling • Driveways (Gravel, Dirt and Rock)
Mobile
602.319.1089
All Types of Roofing
602-743-3175
PREMIER LANDSCAPING & GARDENING
Licensed, Bonded & Insured • ROC #166390
www.almeidaroofing.com Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC #215758
Plumbing
PLUMBERS CHARGE TOO MUCH!
Add a Background Color to Your Ad! Classifieds 480-898-6465
10% OFF
PHILLIPS
FREE Service Calls + FREE Estimates Water Heaters Installed - $999 Unclog Drains - $49 All Water Purification Systems Voted #1 Plumber 3 Years In A Row OVER 1,000 5-STAR REVIEWS
Bonded/Insured • ROC #223709
602-805-0702
FREE ESTIMATES • 623-465-2546 • Custom Design • Water Feature • Container/Pot Gardens • Fireplaces & BBQs • Patio & Walls • Irrigation Specialists • Tree Trim/Removal • Bi-weekly/Monthly
Free Estimates & Inspections • Tile • Shingles Foam • Coatings • Modified Bitumen • New Roof Repairs • Reroofs
Licensed • Bonded • Insured COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL
Roofing
See MORE Ads Online!
www.TheFoothillsFocus.com
Almeida Roofing Inc.
480-388-9442 Your Septic System Experts
• We Spread Rock
Roofing
FREE ESTIMATES!
KIB EXCAVATING
Affordable!
27
480-699-2754 • info@monsoonroofinginc.com
10% Discount for Ahwatukee Residents 100% NO Leak Guarantee Re-Roof & Roofing Repairs Tile, Shingles & Flat Roof
MonsoonRoofingInc.com Licensed – Bonded – Insured – ROC187561
ROOFING LLC COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
Family Owned and Operated 43 Years Experience in Arizona
623-873-1626 Free Estimates Monday through Saturday Licensed 2006 ROC 223367 Bonded Insured
PhillipsRoofing.org PhillipsRoofing@cox.net
28
THE FOOTHILLS FOCUS | THEFOOTHILLSFOCUS.COM | JUNE 15, 2022