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Higley unveils first cut of reopening plan BY CECILIA CHAN GSN Managing Editor

n the topsy-turvy world of COVID-19, Higley Unified School District students for now will have two options – return to classrooms or stay at home for remote learning when the academic year begins July 27. A district taskforce last week presented an update of the plan for reopening schools at a Governing Board’s study session that lasted 3.5 hours. “What you see and hear tonight is probably going to change,” Superintendent Mike

Thomason said. “We enter with caution that we know what we say tonight may change tomorrow.” Thomason said there were discussions about delaying the start of school but that would limit the length of breaks and may not benefit students if schools are closed again. Thomason is recommending that the board not move the start date and keep the current calendar’s two-week breaks every nine weeks, which he said could allow for natural breaks that would flatten the virus curve or provide isolation periods. Dawn Foley, assistant superintendent of

Crime lab builder hired to examine town’s need for lab BY CECILIA CHAN GSN Managing Editor

or $135,311, Gilbert will find out if it will need to build and operate its own crime lab in the future. Town Council recently voted 5-2 to hire McClaren, Wilson & Lawrie, Inc. for $99,311 to do the assessment and to spend another $36,000 for the internal management of the agreement. The firm also builds crime labs. “We are always looking to provide quality service to our citizens through our crime lab so there is not a specific ‘tipping point’ either in crime or population to determine if a crime lab is needed,” said Officer Dani Covey, spokeswoman for the Gilbert Police Department. “Concern is over routinely providing timely, quality service to our citizens through our crime lab.”

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K-12 Educational Services, said it will be important for parents to indicate which of the two options they want in order for the district to appropriately staff positions. A form asking them to make their choice was expected to go out at the end of last week. Foley also said parents who feel uncomfortable sending their children to school could have their students learn from home and later transition them back into the classroom and vice-versa. What models look like For students returning to school five days

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This mannekin at Art Intersection reflects the times we live in and symbolizes the pandemic’s impact on Gilbert’s arts community.. For a report on how the community is dealing with it, see page 17. (Srianthi Perera/GSN Contributor)

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hile the pandemic has put something of a damper on Independence Day celebrations in the East Valley, there still will be a chance to see fireworks this Saturday – but only from the comfort of your vehicle. For the first time since it started in 1952, Tempe has canceled its 4th of July celebration – the region’s biggest. Also scratched is the annual fireworks show and Independence Day festivities at Rawhide on the Gila River Indian Community near Chandler. But Mesa, Chandler and Gilbert are all staging “drive-in fireworks displays” by providing areas where people can park their cars, minivans and pickups, maintain social distance and watch the fireworks show at 9 p.m. in Mesa and Chandler and 8:30 p.m. in Gilbert with each lasting from 20 to 30 minutes. Here’s a rundown of where to go. GILBERT The Gilbert Centennial 4th of July fireworks show will take place at Crossroads Park, located at 2155 E. Knox Road, Gilbert, as the town also celebrates the 100th

Valor Christian Church is selling fireworks at a tent on Warner Road between Greenfield and Higley roads in Gilbert. (Pastor Thor Strandholt/Special to GSN)

anniversary of its incorporation next weekend. On Saturday, July 4, the parking lot will open at 6:30 p.m., on a first-come, firstserved basis. Parking will be in every other spot so people can get out of the vehicles and still be socially distant from others. Firework viewing will be drive-in style from the parking lot, with no lawn seating available. Leashed pets are allowed.

You’re not allowed to bring any vaping or smoking materials, pop-up tents or canopies, glass bottles, booze or marijuana, your own fireworks or sparklers, scooters or bikes or clothing with gang symbols. Food trucks will be available, though attendees may also bring their own food and beverages – except alcohol. No on-site cooking is allowed. Groups are limited to 8 people per parking spot at all times. On-site portable restrooms will be available. Crossroads Park parking lot will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. on July 4, and will re-open at 6:30 p.m. for the event. Crossroads Park amenities will be closed. For folks who would prefer shooting off their own fireworks, Valor Christian Center has set up a tent to sell loads of them 9 a.m.- 9 p.m. daily on Warner Road between Greenfield and Higley roads. “We do it to support the many outreaches of the church,” said Associate Pastor Thor Strandholt, adding sales so far have been higher than last year because “people are bored staying home and are look-

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How to protect pets from fireworks GSN NEWS STAFF

he 5th of July is the busiest day of the year for shelters across the country with many pets, frightened by the fireworks, end up wandering away from home. More pets go missing around and on the Fourth of July than any other holiday. The Arizona Humane Society offers tips to help desensitize pets to fireworks. Behavior Modification. Pet owners can use a combination of desensitization and counter-conditioning to help reduce a pet’s anxiety, however, AHS’ Behavior Specialists say it needs to be done gradually, during times when you can control the trigger. Play a recording with the sound that your pet fears at a very low level where they show no fear. Feed your pet high-value treats like

hot dogs or chicken while the recording is playing and stop feeding the treats as soon as the recording is over. Gradually increase the volume of recording over several sessions – if your pet shows fear or anxiety during training, stop immediately and start the next session at a lower volume. ThunderShirts are a calming wrap that applies gentle, constant pressure to a dog’s torso to help them feel safe and calm. It is best to have a pet test the ThunderShirt a few times before the holiday. Proper identification. Ensure pets have current ID tags and updated microchips. This will greatly increase the chances that a lost pet will be reunited with their owner. Keep cool. The Fourth of July occurs during one of the hottest months, and panicked pets are subjected to heat stroke. Be sure pets have plenty of shade, fresh water, and keep pets off the hot pavement.

Keep indoors, distracted. Fireworks and bursts of bright flashing lights can frighten pets and trigger them to flee or escape the yard. This can be disastrous on busy streets, especially in the extreme summer heat. Keep pets away from firework displays and avoid taking pets to firework shows. Turn on the radio or TV to distract pets with severe anxiety. Know their whereabouts. Do not leave pets unattended in the backyard as the sound of fireworks can send them over the fence or digging to get out. Additionally, unattended food attracts curious pets onto counter tops or in trash cans. Alcohol and many foods found on your dinner plate can be poisonous for pets. Report pets in distress. To report signs of animals in distress this summer, call AHS’ emergency animal medical technicians at 602-997-7585 ext. 2073Information: azhumane.org/lost-a-pet.

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a week, there will be a modified arrival and dismissal process with in-classroom distancing occurring as much as possible. At schools with dyad and triad schedules, the plan proposed having the students stay put in the classroom and for the teachers to move. Extracurricular activities also will be modified, with protocols such as having art students bring in their own supplies. Athletes will not be sharing personal equipment and there will be sterilization of equipment and facilities after an event. Social distance will be practiced during breakfast, lunch, recess and when kids transition between classes, according to staff. That likely will mean students will eat six feet apart from their friends and classmates. There will be no sharing of devices, supplies and curriculum among students as much as possible. Full-time remote learners will be provided with devices and hotspots, liveteacher sessions for engagement and

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interaction, small-group sessions to help those with additional needs. Unlike in fourth quarter, there will be attendance taken and grades handed out. Board Vice President Kristina Reese asked who will do the cleaning of desks between classes. Staff responded they’re considering having students clean their own space. In both options, students will use the learning platform Canvas. Survey findings In surveys returned on June 8, an overwhelming number of parents and employees favored a return to school buildings at 88 percent and 90 percent respectively. There were 4,318 parental responses, representing 7,500 students in all grade levels and school sites, for a 60 percent response rate, according to staff. Among employees, 899 took the survey for a 62 percent response rate. The survey showed 3,468 parents were against the district providing

remote learning only with 788 in favor of the proposal. Reese noted the survey was taken before the drastic spike in positive cases of COVID-19 in the state and that the numbers may not reflect what people are now feeling. Overall, there was a strong desire among respondents for a return to normal, including for lunch, recess, after-school sports and extracurricular activities, according to Sherry Richards, curriculum director. She added some parents want students to wear masks and some who were so adamant against them that they would not send their children to school if masks were mandatory. Thomason said the use of masks will be strongly encouraged and recommended on campus after the Maricopa County’s and Gilbert’s mask mandates expire. Board member Greg Wojtovich, who has a family member who recovered from COVID-19, stressed the importance of masks to protect teachers, some who

have underlying health conditions. Most East Valley districts will require most students to wear masks. Chandler Unified, Mesa Public Schools, Tempe Union and Kyrene have all announced mask mandates in their reopening plans. Cleaning protocols The district will increase deep cleaning of facilities, playgrounds, restrooms and has so far spent close to $100,000 for personal protection equipment, thermometers, 55-gallon drums of hand sanitizer and additional cleaning supplies, according to Thomason. The district also has purchased specialized disinfecting equipment such as two backpack cordless electrostatic sprayers. “Our warehouse is full,” he said. The district may be able to recoup some of that expense under a plan Gov. Doug Ducey rolled out last week to help districts reopen. Hand sanitizer stations are being

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installed at all Higley campuses and the district office. The district also has a COVID-19 cleaning crew – dubbed the Ghostbusters Squad – which can sanitize an entire campus in about an hour should there be a positive or suspected COVID-19 case. Health guidelines District nurse Jillian Fulton said a daily family-health screening expectation has been developed for parents before

they send their children to school. The screening includes questions such as if a child is experiencing a fever, new onset or worsening cough or shortness of breath and if they’ve been in contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19. Fulton said anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms will not be allowed on campus. Students and staffers diagnosed with

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the virus must be fever-free for 72 hours without fever-reducing medicine, have two negative tests in a row and have a written release from a health provider before returning to school. Those who don’t take a lab test must be fever-free for 72 hours without medication, must show an improvement in symptoms and wait 10 days from the onset of the symptoms before they can return to a campus.

Positive employee cases will be reported to the Human Resources director and student cases to the district nurse. In both cases, notifications will be sent out to potentially exposed staff and to potentially exposed student families. Reese urged parents to work with the district to help stem the virus’ spread. “Parents, it’s absolutely imperative

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they work with us and understand we need kids kept home if they are sick,” she said. “Kids are low-risk but they are huge carriers. Please don’t dose them with Motrin or Tylenol and send them to school because you have to go to work. I get it. Figure out another alternative, have a plan ahead of time. It’s not a matter of if but a matter of when.” Attendance Foley said the district will suspend auto-generated attendance letters sent to parents when their children miss school because they give a mixedmessage that contradicts CDC guidelines about when to keep students home. However, the auto-dialer for unverified absences will continue to go out daily because the state requires them. Foley said it will be vital for parents to communicate with the district if their children are sick for an extended period of time so staff can transition them to remote learning. She said the district is rolling out an app for parents to report absences. “Things like perfect attendance are

contradictory to our new normal,” she said. Bus transportation For students returning to campuses and taking the bus, protocols have been recommended. Students will continue to have assigned seats and students from the same household may sit together, according to Josh Crosby, transportation director. Because the 6-foot distancing is impossible on a bus, masks will be highly requested and “highly recommended” for students, according to Thomason. Special-education drivers and aides, who have to secure wheelchairs or strap a student in a seatbelt will be given face shields, Crosby said. Face shields also will be available for teachers who request them. Hand sanitizers will be available for the driver to dispense as needed. During transit, the buses will have a few windows left opened to increase airflow and all seats and handrails will be disinfected after each trip, he said. When not in use, buses will be parked

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with all windows and doors closed to increase the temperature inside the bus to 133-plus degrees, which would kill the virus within 15 minutes, Crosby said. He added the district had already been disinfecting buses especially during cold and flu season. Thomason said there was a concern about children left behind in hot buses and Crosby explained that drivers are required to walk the bus after each trip and if they turn off the ignition and exit before going to the back of the bus to press a button, the bus’s horns and lights go off, alerting others in the yard. Cafeteria service Sam Schmale of Chartwells K12, which provides the food service for the district, said changes for the new school year include eliminating all self-serve items at elementary schools, but not at the middle or high schools because those students are better informed on safety guidelines. There will be signs posted to promote physical distancing and students will be required to use their ID card for any

food purchases to eliminate contact with keypads, according to Schmale. Additionally, more areas to serve food will be set up at the middle and high schools to help spread out the students, he said. He added that he plans to meet with each school administration in July to tailor food service to their location. Reese said the board is making the best decision it can based on information it gets. “We are checking multiple places but event the CDC has contradictory information on their website,” she said. “We can only be as good as the information we have available to us.” Foley emphasized there is more work that needs to be done on the reopening plan. “As you see, pieces of this that still needs work,” she said. “Again, we are not done. We are giving you and the community an update on where we’ve been over the last 24 days.” Continual plan updates are expected up to the day before school begins.

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nother 30,000-plus Arizonans filed for unemployment benefits this past week, a sign that the state economy is far from recovery. The new first-time claims are about 7,000 above the prior week and bring to more than 631,000 the number of Arizonans who have sought unemployment compensation since the middle of March, the state Department of Economic Security reported. That’s on top of another 189,000 who the agency said applied for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, a special federally funded program for the self-employed, contract workers and others ineligible for regular state benefits. That figure may include some who

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Gilbert has contracted with Mesa since 2013 to use its crime lab; before that, it used the state Department of Public Safety lab, according to Covey. Gilbert Police sends approximately 3,500 cases a year to Mesa for processing, she said. The town paid $513,884 for that service in the fiscal year ending this Tuesday, she added. Covey noted that the Gilbert Police Department currently processes all crime scenes and forensic examination of latent fingerprints while Mesa handles all toxicology, controlled substances and DNA evidence while the DPS crime lab provides testing for firearms and trace evidence like hair, fibers, paint and impressions. Covey said by having an in-house crime lab, Gilbert police would be able to provide quality service for the community. “We were not getting that through DPS, so Gilbert went to Mesa for contracted services,” she said. “We have received excellent services from Mesa, but the proposed crime lab assessment will evaluate the long-term sustainability of this service to Gilbert.” For two council members on the night of the June 16 vote, the town was jumping the gun. Councilwoman Aimee Yentes, who pulled the item off the consent agenda for discussion, said she’s met with the police chief and appreciated his desire to bring this issue forward but she had two problems with it. She said the company doing the assessment also builds crime labs “so I don’t know how objective the information is when you have an opportunity to bid on building it.” “I think that it gives them a financial interest in the first part, which is to determine if we need one,” Yentes added. “Secondly, I do think this is a little bit premature.” McClaren, Wilson & Lawrie is based in Ashland, Virginia, and specializes in the planning and design of public safety and forensic sciences facilities since it established in 1995. According to the firm, it has worked on over 140 forensic laboratory projects, including for DPS and Phoenix.

Mesa’s relatively new crime lab has been handling a number of cases for Gilbert Police. (Special to GSN)

Yentes said Gilbert is already one of the safest communities in the state and country and will continue so as long as the town funds police. “I don’t think we as a leadership team have explored all our options,” Yentes said. “Currently we contract for about $400,000 to $500,000 a year with Mesa and they do our processing. Maricopa County has a lab as well that will meet all of our needs. I think until we explore that as an opportunity for a contract, I think this is premature.” Police departments in Phoenix and Scottsdale also have crime labs and Chandler has a limited crime lab and relies on DPS for certain tests. Councilman Jared Taylor, the other dissenter, said he’s a big fan of regional partnerships, calling them more efficient. He said he’s talked with Mesa officials, who are supportive of the partnership with Gilbert and noted they’ve indicated Mesa’s forensic lab has the capacity to handle Gilbert’s cases even as the town grows. Gilbert has about 260,000 residents and is expected to reach build-out in about a decade with 330,000 people. A Mesa spokesman did not return a request for comment. “If we think about rolling the marble here and we do the assessment by the group that bids on it, it’ll become a big bond again,” Taylor said. “If you think how much that debt service will be, it’s going to be a lot more than $400,000 a

year annually.” He advised the town to instead wait and see where the economy was heading before “planning on future expenditures like this.” “To me the real needs assessment is how can we strengthen (Mesa’s crime lab) and maybe there’s a wing or something that can be added to that particular building,” Taylor said. “I know they are open to that as well.” Mesa police debuted its new stateof-the-art crime laboratory in fall 2008 after having operated out of a cramp court building for decades. In 2018, it launched a mobile forensic lab. Taylor said he wanted to see municipalities partnering on a regional lab rather than see towns and cities building their own facilities. Yentes said there’ve been some preliminary discussions with other communities that have expressed interest in partnering on a lab but at this point they aren’t even willing to participate in the “cost of a consultation such as this.” Mayor Jenn Daniels said the issue has been a topic of conversation for about a decade. “I don’t think this is a build-a-crimelab-tomorrow,” Daniels said. “I think this is a very much long term thought process and I would expect that it lasts three to five years at minimum that we can continue to have this dialogue. “But I do think this planning needs to start now, particularly if we are going

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to look at a regional solution – if we are going include cities like Queen Creek, who are just now getting their own police department, the city of Chandler, also the Gila River Indian Community (and) the city of Maricopa. Many other cities have expressed a need.” “One of the things that can be very frustrating both for prosecutors but especially for victims is the time lapse between turnaround times as it relates to crime labs,” Daniels said, adding: “You may have seen the backlog of rape kits that exists in the county and it’s not fair and it’s wrong to make a victim wait and so I would very much like to see us at least explore this as an idea.” Maricopa County received two federal grants in 2016 and 2017, totaling $2.9 million, to help clear the backlog of 4,367 sexual assault cases. Last year, the county attorney’s office announced it was close to testing all the untested kits. A spokeswoman from that office didn’t respond with comments. “I think doing an analysis about the need and not just for Gilbert but for the region as a whole is going to be critically important for us,” Daniels said. “If we decide four, five, maybe 10 years from now this town needs to build a crime lab I’m fully supportive of this because a victim should not have to wait for their test results.” The consulting company is tasked with confirming if adjacent municipalities are interested in participating in a regional lab. Its scope of work includes providing the building and operation costs for a lab, studies, reports, master plans, designs and drawings. Vice Mayor Scott Anderson also weighed in on the matter, referencing the Black Lives Matter protests both in the state and across the country. “I think given what’s happening in our country today, giving our police every tool in the box that they can use for community policing is very important,” Anderson said. “If this happens to be something that helps maintain our status as one of the safest communities in the entire nation, we need to go forward and at least explore it.”

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Gilbert mayoral candidates address issues The Gilbert Sun News sent questionnaires to all candidates for mayor in Gilbert’s Aug. 4 primary election. This is the second of two installments with their answers. Some answers were edited for space but their full answer appears on gilbertsunnews.com. Gilbert residents have only this week left to register to vote in the primary.

MATT NIELSEN Should the economic fallout of COVID-19 worsen for town finances, what measures would you recommend to avoid cuts/disruptions in services? The first measure I would advocate for is the immediate withdrawal of the 82 new positions that were approved at the June 16th meeting. That action alone will save $6.6 million in expenditures and it can be done immediately. Further, I would recommend the sale of both the St. Xavier University building as well as Cactus Yards. Those two actions should yield a combined $3 million. Should Cactus Yards be sold to a private operator? Why or why not? Absolutely this should be sold. Every year, Gilbert loses $1 million on this property— a bill that comes out of the pockets of you, the taxpayer.

What should the town do with recycling since it no longer generates revenue? I support recycling when it meets two simple criteria: First, it should at least be carbon-neutral. Second, it should be a good value to residents. Sadly, the research on the type of program Gilbert runs (single stream) is mixed at best. I am open to finding other ways to make recycling available to residents.

What is your assessment of the relationship between Gilbert Police and the community and what changes, if any, would you advocate? My sense is that the relationship between Gilbert PD and the residents of our town is very good. I think Chief Soelberg has done a great job reaching out and making

himself and his staff available to citizens. I am not aware of any issues with the department that would require significant changes.

Do you think the town’s “City of the Future Initiative” does enough to ensure Gilbert continues to thrive? I would encourage a much more significant review of the implications of some of the proposed measures in the plan. Gilbert residents do not want to give up all of the wonderful things that make Gilbert unique in order to become a “smart city.” Additionally, I’m a strong believer in the individual business owner, the entrepreneur and their supporters.

Name three things you would fix or improve with town government. 1. We claim to be “data-driven” on the Town Council, but we’re actually not. Simply having data isn’t being “data-driven.” We need data that is relevant to the issues at hand and we need it organized in a way that is accurate and useful. 2. During an unparalleled time of lockdowns, social distancing, and layoffs, Gilbert’s Town Council voted to increase the size of government. I will work to increase efficiencies and reduce waste. 3. We seem to be slowly losing sight of those conservative values in our town government. …As mayor, I will protect those important attributes.

Name three things the town does right. 1. Gilbert prioritizes safety. This means that our first responders should have the resources required to fulfill their duties. 2. We encourage revitalization. The Heritage District is fast becoming a destination. High-quality and attractive retail establishments will help increase the appeal of the area as well as buttress against decay. 3. With only a few notable exceptions, Gilbert’s parks and outdoor spaces are nearly universally liked and supported by residents.

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BRIGETTE PETERSON Should the economic fallout of COVID-19 worsen for town finances, what measures would you recommend to avoid cuts/disruptions in services? Since 2012, we’ve paid off $67 million in voter approved bonds before they were due, saving taxpayers millions. It’s one of the things I’m most proud of as a member of the Town Council. Town management has done an excellent job with a tiered level approach to the 2020-2021 budget, if financial milestones aren’t met then projects don’t move forward. Should Cactus Yards be sold to a private operator? Why or why not? I’m always open to this discussion. Cactus Yards provides fields into the Town inventory that are currently being used by sports teams. If we sell Cactus Yards, our inventory shrinks by that number of fields and we cannot provide the playing time for teams (big complaint from residents). If we try to replace those fields, that would cost approximately $10M.

What should the town do with recycling since it no longer generates revenue? Our residents are passionate about recycling, garbage and bulk pickup. Prior to COVID-19 residents were surveyed and said they’d agree to pay a little more for recycling. Today that answer might be different. It disappoints me to think we

Matt Nielsen might need to suspend recycle service, at least for a short period and see how the world-wide recycle business adjusts. What is your assessment of the relationship between Gilbert Police and the community and what changes, if any, would you advocate? Without a doubt, we have one of the best police departments in the country and a great relationship with our residents due to community policing. I have attended almost every community event held between GPD and residents and the interactions are amazing. Team Gilbert can always work to improve and should never rest on what we currently have in place. Do you think the town’s “City of the Future Initiative” does enough to ensure Gilbert continues to thrive?

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Town Council candidates tackle some issues This is the second of three installments featuring Gilbert Town Council candidates’ response to a Gilbert Sun News questionnaire. Some answers were edited for length but the entire questionnaire with the candidates’ full answers is at gilbertsunnews.com. The final installment of the council candidates’ answers will run next Sunday, July 5.

SCOTT ANDERSON Should the economic fallout of COVID-19 worsen for town finances, what measures would you recommend to avoid cuts/disruptions in services? The Town will follow the revenue “gateways” outlined by our budget office. A report is given to the Council each month. We are required to have a balanced budget and if any gateway shows a shortfall, appropriate action will be taken to prevent a deficit

Should Cactus Yards be sold to a private operator? Why or why not? The reason Cactus Yards is currently being operated by the Town is the failure of a private vendor to protect a town asset. The Town is now recovering from the failure through superior business practices. I am inclined to favor privatizing operations in the form of a public-private partnership if the business model demonstrates it can exceed the Town’s expected operation.

What should the town do with recycling since it no longer generates revenue? Polls indicate a strong desire to continue recycling. Because the Chinese market is restricted, new markets should be found and/ or developed in the region. Also, schedules may need to be modified to cut costs.

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Should the economic fallout of COVID-19 worsen for town finances, what measures would you recommend to avoid cuts/disruptions in services?

I support the triggers that have been placed in the current budget and I am hopeful that they will be adequate. If they are not, the next step would be to limit capital expenditures and to consider selling excess/non-productive property held by the town.

Should Cactus Yards be sold to a private operator? Why or why not? Cactus Yards should be sold to a private operator. It attracts visitors who bring funds from outside of Gilbert, but the funds do not fully offset the losses. Government in general is not set up to staff the expertise required to operate this venture. Government should not be competing with private business in operating for-profit ventures.

What should the town do with recycling since it no longer generates revenue? We must be responsible stewards of the environment and we must also practice responsible fiscal management of taxpayer funds. I need to have more detailed information regarding the impact of recycling on both of these obligations. I could then give a clear answer as to what direction I would support.

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ator. My understanding is that Cactus Yards loses $1 million in revenue each year. As a small business owner, I would not invest in a business if I knew that it would lose that much per year – why should the town?

What should the town do with recycling since it no longer generates revenue? I believe that recycling is important, but

TYLER HUDGINS Should the economic fallout of COVID-19 worsen for town finances, what measures would you recommend to avoid cuts/disruptions in services? My recommendation would be to prioritize essential and non-essential spending. Citizens and businesses care about their basic services - Gilbert should meet those obligations. I would look at proposing a task force to help us find areas to scale back. If things got really bad, we could defer future capital improvement projects and have our rainy day fund in reserve. Should Cactus Yards be sold to a private operator? Why or why not? Yes, it should be sold to a private oper-

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This initiative is a great launching pad and allows us to pivot as the climate in the Town changes. When looking at the future of Gilbert, not one specific thing will have the greatest impact. The Town is continually evolving and we need to be ready to adjust, the most important thing we can do is prepare for the future.

Name three things you would fix or improve with town government. We’ve made great progress in transparency but we can always make improvements, for example how we explain planning & zoning matters. Continue conservative financial planning for the future, we’ve done great but we can always do better. Find ways to reduce processes within government, always look for ways to streamline everything we do. Name three things the town does right. Created a 30-year plan that details all town inventory, age, cost, when to plan for repair and replacement, it’s unlike anything any community has created. Since 2012, the Town has paid off $67 million in voter approved bonds early, saving taxpayers millions in interest. Lowered the secondary property tax rate from $1.25 to $0.99.

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LYNNE KING SMITH Should the economic fallout of COVID-19 worsen for town finances, what measures would you recommend to avoid cuts/disruptions in services? I steered my company through the 2008 recession, and I’m confident my leadership experience will be pivotal in overseeing the Town during COVID recovery. The CARES Act allocation provided $29.1 million in relief for Gilbert, increasing the Town’s capacity to take on additional public health and safety expenses, freeing up burdens on the General Fund, protecting delivery of services.

Should Cactus Yards be sold to a private operator? Why or why not? The history of Big League Dreams is a prime example of what happens when the wrong leadership is in charge. The myriad of problems and safety issues, and the financial fallout from a bad deal, shows how Cactus Yards could benefit from a public- private partnership, and be an asset to the community without being a financial drain. What should the town do with recycling since it no longer generates rev-

enue? The recycling services provided by the Town are a way for Gilbert residents to be stewards of the environment and eliminate waste. However, changes to what is allowable has resulted in increased costs by the Town to process materials. While the Town has increased awareness to residents around what can/cannot be recycled, these efforts need to be enhanced. What is your assessment of the relationship between Gilbert Police and the community and what changes, if any, would you advocate? The question we need to be asking is how do people in our community feel about the Police Department. There are people in our community who feel their interactions with police will be different than mine. When elected mayor, I want to build coalitions and have community-led conversations around police practices. Gilbert should be a community where everyone feels safe. Do you think the town’s “City of the Future Initiative” does enough to ensure Gilbert continues to thrive? The “City of the Future” initiative is one of many steps the Town can take to pre-

pare for the future economic sustainability of our community. It is not a singular doctrine by which the Town will plan for the future, but rather a mission statement that sets the tone that the Town is looking ahead to the next 100 years.

Name three things you would fix or improve with town government. Gilbert is an incredible community we are fortunate to call home, but it is not without its faults. The first area I would address is increasing communications from the Council to our residents. Second, I would implement a business assistance center to help existing and new businesses. Third, enhance our reputation as a community that is welcome to all.

Name three things the town does right. First, the Town staff’s zero-based budgeting keeps expenditures low and maximizes taxpayer dollars, which is an example of why Gilbert is able to provide a high level of service to our residents. Second, the efforts to promote Gilbert as a destination for existing and new businesses to grow. Third, the digital outreach to residents is unmatched and a model nationwide.

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it is also important to be cost-effective. I believe that we should work with staff to see what ways we can make the best use of the program and find ways to make it sustainable.

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Should Cactus Yards be sold to a private operator? Why or why not? I would not recommend selling Cactus Yard, formerly known as the Big League Dreams. This is one of the primary trademarks of Gilbert where families can participate in games and activities to benefit the Gilbert residents. We do need a longterm plan that would provide continuous maintenance to the Cactus Yards.

What should the town do with recycling since it no longer generates revenue? We should continue to recycle as the town. Beyond it being revenue generation, it is also value-driven to recycle. We would have to be creative in ways that we can get more people to see the benefit of recycling and the impact it has on our environment. We cannot cancel a segment

of the town because it is no longer revenue-generating; we must look at the holistic impact on our community.

What is your assessment of the relationship between Gilbert Police and the community and what changes, if any, would you advocate? In Gilbert, I do believe we have a reasonable police force, but we always are better. What former police Chief Dunn did well was to engage the community. Chief Dunn interacted with the community organizations and welcomed the involvement of organizations that would like to learn more. We need to continue the culture of the police force to engage with every aspect of our community. There is no room for prejudice in our police unit. Gilbert is growing in population, and people are moving from everywhere.

KATHY TILQUE

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or the first time in nearly a quarter century, the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has a new top executive. Sarah Watts, currently the Chamber’s vice president of workforce and community partnerships, was named by the board to succeed retiring President/CEO Kathy Tilque, who is running for one of the two four-year Town Council positions. Watts joined the Gilbert Chamber in July 2008 and has spent much of her time cultivating relationships and building strategic partnerships with Chamber members, community volunteers, education partners and local and regional chambers. She has served the organization in several key areas, including strategic planning, fundraising, workforce development and marketing. Watts received a Bachelor of Arts degree summa cum laude in journalism from Arizona State University. She is a graduate of the Gilbert Leadership program as well as a graduate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Organizational Management and Talent Pipeline Management programs. “Though we had several strong candi-

dates, Sarah Watts was by far the leader,” said Jasmin Holmes, b o a r d chair-elect and owner of 910 West. Saying she and her Sarah Watts committee “did our due diligence casting a wide net” for Tilque’s successor, Holmes added, “We’re not surprised that the right person is our very own Sarah Watts, we are excited by the experience and passion that she brings to her new role and our community.” Watts said she was honored by her selection. “When I stop to think of all the individuals who have provided guidance and mentorship to me over the years, I can’t help but feel a strong sense of gratitude,” said Watts. “This is such a special Chamber, built on relationships and support of one another in times of struggle and prosperi-

ty. I look forward to the road ahead and will follow in Kathy’s footsteps to listen with thought and lead with character. Our focus will continue to be serving our community through opportunities for connection, growth, and community involvement.” Tilque has served as the president and CEO of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce since July 1996 and has worked in the chamber industry for more than 30 years. She is a founding member of the East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance. Tilque was a co-creator of the Gilbert Leadership program, a founder of Positive Paths Women’s Foundation, the recently completed Gilbert Citizens’ Police Academy and has been awarded the Phoenix Business Journal’s Most Admired Leader award and Positive Paths Women’s Foundation East Valley Woman of the Year award. Tilque received her Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) accreditation from the American Chambers of Commerce Executives (ACCE), which is the highest designation for chamber executives nationally. She also is a graduate of the U.S. Chamber’s Institute for Organizational Management (IOM) program, American Chambers of Commerce Executives

(ACCE) Board member, past president and current Board member for the Arizona Chamber Executives (ACE), Western Association of Chamber Executives (WACE) Board member, chair and Board member of the US Chamber of Commerce Board of Regents, former board member of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce, chair and founding member of the Arizona Chamber’s Local Chamber Committee. “I’m so humbled by the support I’ve received these past 24 years at the Gilbert Chamber, and I have loved every minute of working with the business community and community leaders to grow Gilbert into the amazing community it is today,” said Tilque. And she hailed the appointment of Watts. “I support the year-long, national search the committee went through. Sarah is hands-down the best choice to lead this organization forward and through these unchartered waters. She has earned this position as evidenced by the unwavering support of community leaders.” The search committee worked with WACE to establish a job description and a national search was conducted, including posts through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, WACE and local job boards.

attend school online or in-person for the 2020-2021 school year. Board members Lara Bruner and Lindsay Love rejected the district’s two-option plan over safety concerns about allowing too many students to return to campus. “I can’t support this plan,” Bruner said, “I wish that I could support it. I want kids back on campus.” If not enough students voluntarily enroll in online schooling, Bruner said it would be impossible to achieve any type of social distancing within the schools and the district could find itself in violation of state and county health guidelines. “Our high schools are going to be shut down,” Bruner predicted. Bruner, a teacher for the last 28 years, proposed an alternative contingency plan

that would account for the prospect of not enough kids choosing to take online classes. She said the district could split the in-person students into two groups: one would come to school on Monday and Wednesday to take three classes, then the other group would attend classes on Tuesday and Thursday. Both groups would take their remaining classes online. But because the district’s plan didn’t allow for this type of hybrid learning, Bruner said she didn’t feel comfortable voting for it. District officials acknowledged the complexity of planning for the upcoming school year while the COVID-19 crisis continues to plague Arizona.

Superintendent Camille Casteel said the district is stuck in a “no-win” situation because parents have such a diverse range of opinion as to how CUSD should react to the pandemic. “There is not a right answer or a single solution,” she said. “We don’t have consensus from our community on the direction they think we should go.” For every parent wishing the district delay its reopening date, Casteel added, there’s an equal number asking for the district’s calendar to go unchanged. Though some parents have requested CUSD not reopen at all for the upcoming year due to Arizona’s recent spike in COVID-19 cases, administrators say they must follow the lead set by the state’s

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he Chandler Unified School District plans to give students the option of returning to classrooms or completing their coursework online for the upcoming school year. The district’s Governing Board spent nearly six hours Wednesday probing administrators on the logistics of reopening all 42 Chandler Unified’s campuses by Aug. 5 before narrowly voting 3-2 to authorize a plan that essentially gives students the option to determine whether they feel safe enough to return to school amid the pandemic. Students have been asked to inform the district by July 10 whether they wish to

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leaders and prepare for the roadmap they’ve laid out. The state is concerned about the social-emotional health of students and wants them to be engaged again with their school communities, Casteel said, so CUSD must prepare to offer some sort of in-person learning model. The board voted unanimously to push back the district’s first day of school from July 22 to Aug. 5. The new calendar shortens the fall and spring breaks by one week so that the district can still provide at least 180 days of instruction -- a legal requirement mandated under Arizona law. Casteel said those additional two weeks are needed to ensure all teachers will be properly trained on the district’s new protocols and models of instruction. Furthermore, the extra time will allow families some “breathing room” to make an informed decision regarding whether to send their child back to school, the superintendent added. Casteel’s decision was made despite a significant number of CUSD employees

expressing opposition to delaying the district’s first day of school. According to a recent survey of more than 3,700 district employees, 59 percent of teachers didn’t think the school year should have been delayed. The students choosing to return to their respective campuses in August will undoubtedly notice several changes made to their school’s physical environment. Water fountains will be closed, floors will be marked, desks rearranged, and younger students will walk about campus tethered together with a rope. According to the district’s reopening plan, CUSD will heavily monitor playground activity and make sure students are not clumping together in large groups. Lunch times will be staggered out so that a limited number of students will be inside the cafeteria. Masks, gloves, face shields will be available at each campus and every school office will have plexiglass shields installed at their front desks. Touchpoint areas inside school re-

strooms and health offices will be disinfected by staff at least twice each day. Hand sanitizer will be available to use in all classrooms and cafeterias. Teachers will ask students to bring their own water bottles to school each day and advise them not to share it with their classmates. Classroom items that are commonly shared among students, like computer keyboards, will be regularly wiped down and sanitized. Parents dropping off children at school will be told to remain inside their vehicles and non-essential visitors will have limited access to campuses. Extracurricular activities at the elementary and secondary schools are expected to still be available with some new precautions that encourage social distancing. “We have no intention to reduce our electives,” said Assistant Superintendent Craig Gilbert. “We may just have to make some adjustments.” The students choosing to enroll in the online program can still come to their

home campus and participate in sports or extracurricular activities, Gilbert added. The district’s online curriculum is expected to be radically different from what students were subjected to during the fourth quarter of the last academic year, which was when the pandemic first hit and triggered a statewide shutdown of Chandler’s schools. Chandler Unified was in “crisis mode” at the end of last year, Casteel said, and had little time to provide a comprehensive online program for students. The district’s new online academy for elementary students is intended to be more enhanced and engaging than what had been offered previously. Online students can expect to have at least three live interactions with a teacher each day and have regular access to a school counselor. Virtual students will follow a schedule that blocks out how much time they should spend studying math, English, science, and history.

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Fifteen-minute “movement breaks” will be factored into the online schedule so students can get away from their computer periodically throughout the day. The goal is to have the online academy feel the same as the brick-and-mortar classroom experience, said Jessica Edgar, the district’s director of elementary curriculum. Chandler Unified wants the online option to be able to fit the needs of every student, Edgar added, so teachers and administrators will be tracking and assessing the progress of each pupil as they move through the semester. The district’s secondary students have been able to enroll in online school for several years through the Chandler Online Academy, a state-accredited program that allows students to complete courses at their own pace throughout the semester. Gilbert said the online academy will attempt to have more of a relationship-building component this year between students and teachers so that students still feel connected to the district. Because more high school students are expected to enroll in the online academy this year, the district is planning to add more Advanced Placement courses to the academy’s catalog. Students electing to enroll in the online program must commit to it for at least the first quarter of the new school year. The district will consider special circumstances that may force a student to quickly switch between in-person and online learning, Gilbert said, and these situations will be reviewed on a case-bycase basis.

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into airplanes. And the latter has a ripple effect on the hotel industry, which has seen employment cut close to just half of levels of a year ago. The new numbers come as the official unemployment rate reported last week dropped from 13.4 percent in April to 8.9 percent in May. That would seem to run counter to an increasing number of claims for benefits. But state officials acknowledged – as has the federal of Bureau of Labor Statistics – that there has been a misclassification of certain people as working. When that is factored out, the actual jobless rate for Arizona last month was 11 percent. The COVID-19 outbreak also has curbed the ability to get people to re-

spond to the survey of 60,000 households nationwide – between 1,200 and 1,300 of those in Arizona – asking if they are working and, if not, whether they are looking. In January, that response rate was 80 percent. By May it had dropped to 59.1 percent. The official employment numbers reflect what was going on more than a month ago; the figures from DES indicate more current trends of people seeking benefits. Complicating all that is how DES keeps its own numbers of those filing claims. On paper, the agency says there have been more than 700,000 first-time claims for regular benefits. DES spokesman Brett Bezio said that

by his agency’s reckoning, there actually have been about 631,000 “unduplicated’’ initial claims. Part of the difference may be due to how some companies furlough workers. For example, a firm may require employees to take off one week without pay every four weeks. During that week, the person is eligible for benefits. The following week there are no benefits as the person is back on the job – until several weeks later when he or she is again without work or salary. Bezio said some people may simply reopen their existing claims while others may file a new claim. That on-again, off-again employment also has ripple effects through the unemployment rate, which is calculated based on that household survey taken

during the seven-day period starting the 12th day of each month. Workers who are off that week are counted if they were chosen in the survey while those who were off the prior week or the following week are not. All this comes while DES Security is reporting new cases of fraud as the agency is being flooded with claims, legitimate and otherwise. Efforts to combat that, in turn, delayed sending out checks as scheduled on Monday. “We understand that this additional processing may create additional hardships for you and your family,’’ DES said in a Twitter post. “We thank you for your patience and partnership in safeguarding unemployment assistance for Arizonans.’’

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Pandemic has cast pall over Gilbert arts community BY SRIANTHI PERERA GSN Contributor

espite significant setbacks in the face of Covid-19, Gilbert’s arts community is emerging with shows and classes, but on a lower scale and with many safeguards in place. “We are allowed to reopen, but we don’t know how quickly people will feel comfortable coming to arts and culture venues,” said Kayla Kolar, CEO of HD SOUTH, echoing the sentiments of much of the arts community in town. HD SOUTH, home of the Gilbert Historical Museum, opened with limited hours in early June. The center canceled 22 classes from March to May as well as the well-attended Memorial Day commemoration. Spring, usually its busiest season, brought no rev-

struct a new building and renovate old ones also is continuing. Summer is the facility’s slowest season. “Historically, we have had many international visitors in the summer. Because of this pandemic, we Art Intersection in downtown Gilbert has lost revenue from postponed receptions and workshops as a result of the pandemic. (Special to GSN) expect that international visitation enue from admissions, programs, retail or to drop off, but we are curious to see if those who live locally might not travel as facility rentals. The annual quilt show, this year titled much and will be looking for things to do “100 Years, 100 Quilts” in a nod to Gilbert’s close to home,” Kolar said. Downtown Gilbert-based Art Intersec100th anniversary, will hang until end June. The capital campaign that aims to con- tion, the site of thought-provoking art

shows and creative photography workshops, has also reopened with shorter hours. Owner Alan Fitzgerald said the gallery lost revenue as a result of postponed receptions and workshops and canceling year-end exhibitions. Online sales were the only income during the pause. “This, of course, hurt our artists and their presence in the community,” said Fitzgerald, adding “Our receptions become social events, filling the galleries with artists and their friends and family.” Neither Kolar nor Fitzgerald were compelled to lay off any workers. “We have always run a lean organization, and will continue to plan for slow recuperation,” Fitzgerald said. Kolar obtained a Payroll Protection Pro-

of families are paying rates the federal government defines as unaffordable, and nearly half of families spend 15 percent or more of their household income on care. The daycare comes with a twist, instead of money, parents would pay with time. “Volunteering is mandatory,” said Ly. “We noticed that as we progress in society, everybody is getting busier and busier, focused on work or their phones and lost touch with each other even though Gilbert is not a huge city. “We want to try to get people to know each other and make connections and who knows what can happen from it, they can form work relationships and friendships.” Parents also would need to have a job and pass an FBI background check in order to enroll their children, Ly said, adding that qualified employees would be hired to run the facility. How much time parents would have to

and or offering support, members of the community and their kids will build connections that will last long after their time with Playkare has ended,” Ly said, adding Playkare also would provide benefits for the community as a whole. “We believe Playkare not only can help people with kids but boost the economy as well. Money people save from free daycare, they can put back into their savings or paying off bills, buying that new car and spending on local businesses.”

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Nonprofit raising funds for free daycare center BY CECILIA CHAN GSN Managing Editor

Gilbert nonprofit wants to tackle the high cost of daycare while fostering a sense of community at the same time. Playkare is trying to raise $250,000 for a free-standing daycare facility in Gilbert that would cost parents nothing to use. The goal is to open in spring 2021. “We saw a need in the community for something like this,” said Tiffany Ly of Gilbert, one of five board members. “A few people on the board have kids and realize how much daycare costs come out of their income and although two parents are working it’s even a strain for them and it’s probably magnified for some single families or families where one parent works,” Ly said. According to a 2019 Care.com survey of over 4,000 parents nationwide, 70 percent

contribute hasn’t been determined yet and the number of children the facility serves would depend on the size of the building the organization is able to obtain, Ly said. The nonprofit formed back in 2014 but the board members got busy with their lives and nothing took off until COVID-19 hit. “Now, more than ever is the time that we as a community should come together to alleviate any financial burdens or restraints associated with childcare,” said Ly, who has no children but explained that she has a passion with working with them since she was young. The group is now trying to spread awareness of its project in the community and last week began handing out fliers to downtown businesses that might want to help. Ly said the nonprofit also wants to set up no-cost daycare in other Valley communities and eventually across the country. “We hope that by volunteering

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gram loan. Theaters have been the hardest hit in the community. Hale Centre Theatre completed a huge renovation project last year and was anticipating a full slate of drama, musical theater and children’s shows for the spring and summer when the pandemic hit. Some shows were canceled and others postponed while the theater adjusts to the new realities. The theater-in-theround with its 350 seats takes pride in its cozy atmosphere – but it is an adverse setup during a pandemic that demands social distancing. “We can only say that we look forward to the time when we can safely reopen according to local health and government officials,” owner Dave Dietlein said in a statement. “We hope that the worst is behind us and look forward to entertaining our audiences at the right time.” Hale’s website assures patrons that postponed and canceled show tickets will be credited to a future performance. The message also requests patrons to consider donating their credit to ensure

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the theater is able to remain resilient, referring to them as “Hale’s Angels.” “Like so many, we currently face staggering financial challenges as a result of these cancellations and postponements. It would be greatly appreciated as it would go a long way to ensuring our future,” the message read. Meanwhile, the Town of Gilbert postponed a Gilbert Symphony Orchestra concert to Oct. 11 and its annual spring diversity celebration, Gilbert Global Village Festival, to Nov. 7. At Actors Youth Theatre, newly employed artistic director CJ O’Hara, who replaced Tracie Jones, pledges to carry out his duties “one step at a time, one day at a time.” Among the limited opportunities available for its 17th season, AYT is presenting “Les Miserables: School Edition” July 1025 with double casting at Zao Theater in Apache Junction. The theater, which usually has a full slate of summer camps and intensive shows, is presenting only a few during the summer.

“We know we are going to have parents and students with trepidation in the short and long term. We accept and expect that,” said O’Hara. “What we can do is be that place where they can go and be healthy and safe while having a great time.” O’Hara is also an instrumental music teacher at Heritage Academy in Laveen and owns his own music education studio in Chandler. “If they come back for classes in-person in June, we welcome them,” he said, referring to camps at AYT. “If they wait until July or August, that’s fine too. They need to be on their own terms and we need to be ready.” That seems to be the feeling among most Gilbert arts organizations. “While I am incredibly sad at the sickness and loss of life, and I understand the fear and confusion that people are experiencing to varying degrees because of the unknown, I am also encouraged by the resilience of those who have embraced the change that has been thrust upon them and have found a way to continue doing life in the face of adversity,” Kolar said.

As head of a private nonprofit, Kayla is mindful that HD South does not have “unlimited resources” to purchase equipment such as temperature-scanning machines. However, new regulations are in place for visitors, including wearing a mask, physically distancing and not touching the interactive exhibits. Volunteers and employees have rigorous screening and surface cleaning protocols to adhere to as well. The facility will embrace any other ways to make it safe to visitors, she said. Art Intersection will also limit the number of visitors it admits to the gallery and that use the labs at a given time. Some organizations are looking to find a silver lining in the situation. “We get the chance to open a new chapter at AYT,” O’Hara said. “Closing everything down and doing a reevaluation of what works, what doesn’t and what we can do better is a great thing.” Kolar said it is history in the making. “It is so important that people look to arts and culture to help bring back the joy in life,” she said.

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Two win big as Spencer’s 4 millionth customers BY ANNIKA TOMLIN GSN Staff Writer

wo Spencer’s TV & Appliance customers were awarded major shopping sprees at its original location in Mesa recently. Patti Everts of Scottsdale and Richard Holmes of Peoria each won $10,000 to spend at the store for being its 4 millionth transaction. John Polainer, the Scottsdale location’s general manager, gave them certificates. He also served as the salesperson who sold Everts her appliances at the Scottsdale store. Everts’ prize-winning trip was her first visit to Spencer’s. “I bought a whole new kitchen,” Everts

said gleefully. “I bought everything that a kitchen should be—a washer and dryer, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher, the whole kitchen.” Everts said she’s never won anything like this. At first, she thought she thought the phone call from Spencer’s was a trick. “I received a phone call in the afternoon, and I thought I was punked; I really did,” Everts said matter of factly. “I didn’t know the person calling me. I didn’t recognize the number on my cellphone. I was trying to be excited for him, but I didn’t want to be super excited and be wrong. “Then John (Polainer), my salesperson, calls me about an hour later and congratulated me and then I knew it was real.” Everts is not sure how she will spend her

$10,000, but she’s excited to return to Spencer’s when she is ready. Holmes is a long-time customer of Spencer’s and was also surprised that he had won. “One of the managers let me know,” Holmes said. “I was surprised and right after that the salesman called me.” To enter into the competition, Holmes bought a new stove and refrigerator. He bought all of his appliances at Spencer’s in the last 15 years. Holmes had also never won something to the magnitude of this prize. “My first experience with them was really good and every experience since has been great so I just keep coming back,” Holmes said. He already used most of the gift on more

appliances and will finish + using the winnings and continue to be “a Spencer’s customer forever.” “We got another new stove and another new refrigerator, and a deep freezer and a TV. Now we’re just waiting to get some more stuff,” Holmes said. After buying a new stove, Holmes sold his other one but now has three refrigerators and a freezer in his house. Spencer’s has 10 Valleywide locations that are practicing social distancing during the pandemic and offers virtual listings of its appliances on its website. Polainer was happy to award the winners and is hopeful that by next year the company will have reached the 5 millionth transaction mark.

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Valley developer has released renderings for a 531,348-square-foot, mixed-used development with a boutique hotel for downtown Gilbert. Named Heritage Park, the project also includes offices, retail and multifamily housing. The 9.1-acre site is located between Gilbert Road and Ash Street, south of Juniper Avenue and north of the Western Powerline Trail. “It’s an honor for Creation to be selected for such an important property,” said Bob Agahi, founding partner at Creation. “The Town of Gilbert has done an outstanding job caring for its future by thoughtfully planning its core district. We are thrilled to be a part of their vision.” The project also will feature a park that would allow for community events, meeting space for local businesses to think outside the office, and a place for residents to have coffee or lunch with friends, according to a company news release.

This is the developer’s vision for the new Heritage Park complex in downtown Gilbert. (Courtesy of Creation)

Creation said it cannot release when it plans to begin construction or give a timeline for the project. The project, which also included two multi-level parking garages, came before the town last May. At the time, the attorney representing Heritage North Partners, LLC, which pur-

chased the land from the town, presented a conceptual plan for 100,000-square-feet of Class A office space, 25,000-square-feet of retail, a 150-room or 75,000-square-foot boutique hotel and 250 units or 302,000 square feet of multifamily residences. Also proposed were two garages with a minimum of five floors each to provide

about 1,700 parking total for the office, retail, hotel and the multi-family residence uses. The 15,000-square-foot park was called The Commons. Valley-based LGE Design Group and San Francisco’s Gensler are acting as joint designers for the project with LGE Design Build responsible for construction. Creation has developed numerous projects throughout downtown Gilbert, including Heritage Marketplace, Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row, The Porch Gilbert and The Collab, a mixed-use office and retail project now available for lease. Heritage North Partners was one of nine responders when Gilbert issued a request of qualifications in March 2018 for the purchase and development of the 9.1-acre property called the North Anchor of the Heritage District. The town eventually whittled the list down and chose Heritage North Partners. The 9-acre site is identified as one of three key redevelopment areas in the Heritage District.

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Mayoral candidates address Gilbert’s future Editor’s note The Gilbert Sun News invited the candidates for mayor to write an column that addresses this question: What is your vision for Gilbert as it approaches buildout in 2030 and how would you achieve that?

Smith: I can help lay the Peterson: I’ve been, will be foundation for our next chapter part of our successes BY LYNNE KING SMITH GSN Guest Writer

hen I started my campaign for Gilbert mayor, my focus was on three things: how to support small business Lynn King Smith growth in Gilbert, how to better connect the Council to the residents, and how we promote a stronger sense of community that defines Gilbert. The past few months have shown us that things can change at any given moment. Earlier this year, all of our lives changed when faced with the biggest pandemic of our lifetime. Now families are bracing for economic uncertainly, and businesses in our community are doing everything they can to weather this storm and stay afloat. I’ve been there, and I’m here with you now. I started my business out of my garage, and led it through the recession in 2008 by proactively cutting expenses in order to keep our staff intact. That company continued to grow – and one company became four – but it wasn’t easy, and we didn’t do it alone. Now, more than ever, we must come together as a community to support our fellow residents and our small businesses. Yet, we must look at this moment as a chance to lay the foundation for our next chapter. Over the next decade, it is anticipated our population will increase upwards of 25 percent, surpassing 330,000 residents by 2030. While change may be inevitable for Gilbert, what will continue is a strong community, one that supports the businesses that drive our local economy, and a sense of pride among residents who are proud to call Gilbert home. Doing this successfully will require new, experienced leadership that isn’t concerned with scoring political points or making flowery speeches. Rather, we need a mayor who can make hard decisions to protect the economic future of our

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BY BRIGETTE PETERSON GSN Guest Writer

y vision for Gilbert has remained steady for the past two decades through my active participation in numerous planBrigette Peterson ning projects and hours of discussion with residents. Gilbert is and will remain a safe, healthy and vibrant town while embracing our heritage. A vibrant business climate is essential, thriving educational choices, healthy environmental practices, with diverse recreational opportunities while following fiscally sustainable goals. The Town of Gilbert’s leadership has focused on the future and its build-out since the 1990s. This thoughtfulness has set solid groundwork to get us where we are today. The leadership has had the foresight to make important land acquisitions, build a strong pro-business climate and increased transparency, including the use of a data portal known as Alex. Alex provides statistics on Gilbert’s safety, finances, growth and development which provides variable information to make future decisions. Gilbert is also the home of three of the Top 10 Schools Districts in Arizona – Gilbert Public, Higley Unified and Chandler Unified. This thriving education base has led businesses such as the world headquarters for Isagenix International, Deloitte, Footprint and Silent-Aire just to name a few, to locate in Gilbert creating a viable future for the community. We have set the base to build upon for additional high-wage jobs to call Gilbert home, higher education opportunities to become available, development of arts and culture and diversity growth as we reach build-out. We’ve achieved this continuum of success by being aware of shifting trends and development conditions while knowing when and how it’s best to pivot while maintaining our fiscal

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Nielsen: My plan for keeping Gilbert Gilbert BY MATT NIELSEN GSN Guest Writer

ilbert is a special place. We have a lot to be grateful for as residents. We all live here because we appreciate the great things about our town. Matt Nielsen Ten years from now, if we do things right, Gilbert will have kept its character and charm – and, most importantly, its small-town feel. To accomplish this, we need to pursue smart, balanced growth, make town government more efficient, and we need to keep Gilbert Gilbert. Smart, balanced growth Government should fulfill its role, but not outgrow it. That means: 1) Government should make smart financial decisions that protect taxpayer dollars and execute the town’s needs effectively, efficiently, and economically. 2) Gilbert citizens should keep more of their money. We have the second lowest taxes in the Valley. I intend to continue, and even improve upon that. My default position will be no new taxes. If someone comes to me proposing a tax increase, the burden will be on them to prove the necessity and value. 3) Government also has a responsibility to protect the fundamental rights of its citizens – not infringe on them. As mayor, I will make sure government doesn’t overstep into your individual liberties. Efficient town government Gilbert will have a strong future if we make smart decisions now. We need to plan in times of plenty for times of crisis. Our town should have a similar mindset to our state, which set aside a comfortable rainy-day fund that has been key to sustaining Arizona during difficult days. By making wise decisions as a town during these challenging days, we can have the budget and economic vitality for

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community. I believe I am the leader who can do that. When elected as Gilbert’s next mayor, I am prepared to make the difficult decisions to keep our economic house in order, while still providing the high level of community services that enrich our quality of life, investing in necessary infrastructure enhancements and keeping Gilbert one of the safest communities in the nation. My business experience and leadership has prepared me to bring people together, to build coalitions and deliver the straight talk needed to work through issues. As mayor, I will work hard to lead the community in similar fashion, bringing our community together, connecting groups and organizations to businesses and people, and being up front with the residents of Gilbert on where I stand. When asked what I love most about living in Gilbert, I always talk about how strong the sense of community is. As your next mayor, I want to make sure everyone who hears about or comes to Gilbert feels that way. The next decade we will see our community grow, and likely change, but one thing will remain and that is the character of Gilbert.

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PETERSON from page 22

policies. I’ve already been an integral part of the current successes of this community and I will continue on that path as Gilbert moves toward build-out. I strive to work towards streamline processes while exceeding customer experience for our Gilbert residents and the community. For example, I just spent the last 18 months working to refresh the Land Development Code; an effort that reduces regulations and makes doing business in Gilbert easier. I’m a collaborative leader and I work to ensure all parties are brought to the table especially with important and controversial matters. I will listen first to learn what the community wants to see as we continue on this journey. The town is data and technology driven, which is also one of my strong points and I intend to build upon that for our future decisions. As we celebrate 100 years as a Town, we can definitely say we’ve come a long way from the being the Hay Shipping Capital of the World! The next 100 years will expand upon our historical past and the amazing future milestones that will open us up to great possibilities!

NIELSEN from page 22

new growth and amenities later – and a buffer for any future bumps in the road. As mayor, I intend to make decisions with an eye to Gilbert’s next 10 years and beyond. We will continue to be the best town in Arizona to live, play, work, and raise a family. Keep Gilbert Gilbert Gilbert is attractive because it is a well-planned community with great amenities. We need to make decisions, even during tight financial times, to protect what makes our town special. When it comes to development, we need to be mindful of both individual property rights and local community needs. As mayor, I will work with developers on planned projects well ahead of time and prioritize community engagement so Gilbert residents know what is coming and can provide input. Residents don’t want to sacrifice the things that make Gilbert special. We can grow, improve, and modernize without giving up our town. We have a lot worth preserving. Learn more at my website: VoteMattNielsen.com

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Obituaries Shirley Anne Neill Shirley Anne Neill (nee Adamson) of Raleigh, NC passed away on Friday, June 12, 2020. She was born on June 16, 1928 in Omaha, Nebraska. Her parents were Holton N. and Birdie (nee Bruce) Adamson. She is survived by a son, Richard Mitchell, and his spouse Mary (nee Swarr) of Raleigh, NC and a daughter, Shirley Mitchell, of Tucson, AZ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Boyd (Gene) Neill, of Mesa, AZ and a daughter, Jennie Carnes, of Cottonwood, AZ. She is also survived by four grandchildren. Adam and Paul Mitchell of Raleigh, NC, Jerret Carnes of Phoenix, AZ and Rose Barnett of Tucson, AZ. She will be interred with her late husband in the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in Phoenix. She resided in Mesa from 1965 to 2005. Shirley lived all over the world as a spouse of an Air Force member. She worked for the federal government for 20 years including at Williams AFB. She was an avid NASCAR fan and a lover of rescue dachshunds. She lived a full life and will be greatly missed. Condolences to the family at www.MitchellatRMP.com Sign the Guestbook at: obituaries.EastValleyTribune.com

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She was preceded in death by her husband, brother Getsel Bright, and daughter Catherine Jenkins. She is survived by her grandsons, John Jenkins, Adam (Kimberly) Jenkins, and Justin (Sally) Jenkins, her great grandsons Ethan, Alexander, Lucas, Jeremiah, and Justin, sister in law Nell Bright, and many extended family members and friends. In keeping with Lucille's wishes, cremation services were entrusted to Simplicity Funeral. Inurnment will be beside family at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Morgantown, WV. Sign the Guestbook at: obituaries.EastValleyTribune.com

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FAMILY COURT FIRST CIRCUIT STATE OF HAWAl'I NOTICE OF TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING (By Publication) CASE NUMBER FC-A. 20-1-6009 In the Matter of the Adoption of female child born October 29, 2008 by Steven Patrick Sabat, legal spouse of Prana Jetamia (Lackey-Macfield) Sabat, the child(ren)'s legal parent, Petitioner(s). THE STATE OF HAWAI'I TO: DAVID ANDREW PROVOST, Name of Non-Consenting Parent/Legal Guardian/Legal Custodian, 7726 Baseline Road #207, Mesa, AZ 85209, Address of Non-Consenting Parent/Legal Guardian/Legal Custodian YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the attached Petition of the above-identified child(ren) born to Prana Jetamia Sabat, the child(ren)'s mother, has been filed in the Family Court, First Circuit, State of Hawai'i. THE PETITION ALLEGES that your consent to the adoption of the abovenamed child(ren) by the above -named Petitioner(s) is not required and may be dispensed with pursuant to Section 578-2(c) of the Hawai'i Revised Statutes (HRS), as amended. A hearing on the Petitioner will be held on August 11, 2020 at 1:30 pm at the Family Court of the First Circuit located at the Ronald T.Y. Moon Kapolei Courthouse , 4675 Kapolei Courthouse, 4675 Kapolei Parkway, Third Floor , Kapolei, Hawai'i, 96707. IF YOU FAIL to appear at the hearing noted above or if you fail to file a writt en response to the allegations stated in the Petition for Petition, further action be taken , including the granting of the adoptio n, without further notice to you. Your written response should be addressed to the : Presiding Judge, Family Court, First Circuit , 4675 Kapolei Parkway, Kapolei, Hawai'i, 96707, ATTN: SPECIAL DIVIS ION CALENDAR CLERK. FAILURE TO OBEY this Notice may result in an entry of default and default judgment against you. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that the child(ren), the adoptive parent(s) , and the natural parents have rights under HRS Section 578-15 regarding confidentiality of adoption records after the child(ren) reach/reaches age 18. DATE: June 23, 2020, CLERK'S SIGNATURE: /s/ R. Sabagala THIS NOTICE SHALL NOT BE PERSONALLY DELIVERED BETWEEN 10:00 P.M. AND 6:00 A.M. ON PREMISES NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC , UNLESS A JUDGE OF THIS COURT PERMITS, IN WRITING ON THIS NOTICE, PERSONAL DELIVERY DURING THOSE HOURS. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, and other applicab le state and federal laws, if you require accommodation for a disability, please contact the ADA Coordinator at the First Circuit Family Court office by telephone at 9548200, fax 954-8308, or via email at adarequest@ courts.hawaii.gov at least ten (10) days prior to your hearing or appointment date. Please call the Family Court Service Center at 954-8290 if you have any questions about forms or procedures. Published: East Valley Tribune, June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 2020 / 31543

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