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s Gilbert police continued to probe the death of a 3-year-old girl left in a hot car last week, neighbors and strangers mourned the toddler’s death. “The whole neighborhood is now engulfed in pink ribbons,” said Judy Rott, who lives on the same street where the unidentified girl’s family lives. Indicating the color pink was chosen because “she is a little baby girl,” Rott said last week, “Our street is lined with pink ribbons on every boulevard tree. One of the neighbors went to Phoenix today to buy 3,000 yards of pink ribbon.” The girl is the third and latest child to die

after being left in a hot car this year in Arizona and the 39th nationwide, according to KidsAndCars.org. Arizona ranked fourth in the nation for the number of child hot-car deaths with 43 fatalities since 1994, the national nonprofit child safety organization reported. Last year was the worst year in history for these deaths with a total of 53 children that died nationwide. The group is pushing a federal bill, The Hot Cars Act, that would require technology in all vehicles to help prevent these deaths. As of last Friday, Gilbert Police were still investigating the circumstances leading to the child being left for up to three hours in a black pick-up truck in the family’s driveway. “The decision to submit crimi-

nal charges will be determined once the investigation is complete,” Sgt. Mark Marino said in a news release. Marino said the department planned to release the 911 transcript and the family’s identity on Friday, past GSN’s deadline. Property records showed the home is owned by Scott and Angela Jones. When first-responders arrived near noon last Tuesday, Sept. 3, in the Higley Groves West neighborhood at Higley and Elliott roads, they performed CPR and other medical intervention on the child, Marino said. By that time, the temperatures were already reaching into the triple digits. The girl was transported to a hospital and

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Gilbert girl, 7, takes on battle for her life

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t 7 years old, Leighton Accardo is already facing one of the biggest challenges in her life — cancer. The Gilbert second grader has stage IV germ cell tumors and is handling the disease with the same resilience she brings to any one of the sports she’s involved with — hockey, figure skating, soccer and softball. “She knows it’s cancer,” said mom Carly Accardo, a preschool teacher’s assistant. “She knows it’s going to be bad. (But) she’s tough as nails.” Germ cell tumor accounts for about 3 percent of all tumors in children 15 and younger, according to the American

As she battles cancer, Leighton Accardo, 7, of Gilbert, can't go to school and does work at home. (Kimberly Carrillo/GSN Staff Photographer)

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51-year-old custodian admitted he was working for Neely Traditional Academy in Gilbert when he stopped to buy condoms on his way to have sex with a 15-year-old girl — who turned out to be an undercover agent — officials say. A state grand jury recently indicted Luke David Ottmann, 51, of Chandler, on two charges — luring a minor for sexual exploitation and attempted sexual conduct with a minor, according to the state Attorney General’s Office. Ottmann was on vacation June 24-28 when he was arrested and was fired the following Monday, July 1, according to Dawn Antestenis, spokeswoman for Gilbert Public Schools. Ottmann started employment with the district in 1999 as a temporary custodian, moving up to groundkeeper in 2000 and night security in 2006. In 2014, he took a custodian position at Playa del Rey Elementary and in 2018 he moved to Neely Traditional Academy as a custodian, Antestenis said. During his time with the district, there was only one incident recorded in his file — use of inappropriate language in December 2014. “He was counseled on professionalism by the school administrator,” Antestenis said. All district employees are fingerprinted and undergo background checks by the state Department of Public Safety upon hire, she added Additionally, certified teachers have to undergo Identity Verified Prints clearance and receive a state-issued IVP card, according to Antestenis. Ottmann, who was appointed a public defender, has an initial pretrial conference scheduled for Oct. 15. He made his $10,000 bail and left jail June 30, according to Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. As part of his release, he was out-

Luke David Ottmann fitted with an electronic monitoring device and must adhere to supervised restrictions. Ottmann was nabbed in a sting operation targeting child predators on various social media apps and websites. He allegedly sent text messages June 27 from a social media profile to an undercover phone number, according to court records. The agent informed Ottmann he was communicating with a 15-year-old girl and asked if he was OK with the age. Ottmann, who revealed he was 50, said he had no problem with her age if she was OK with his, according to officials. Ottmann then asked what type of sex the girl liked to have and if they could perform oral sex on each other, court documents say. The girl responded she didn’t want to get pregnant and Ottmann said he would bring condoms to the meet-up, according to the indictment. Ottmann arrived to an undisclosed meeting place at Rural and Broadway roads and was met by an undercover officer who arrested him. Ottmann allegedly admitted during the interrogation he went to the location to have sex with the 15-year-old

girl and that on his way, he stopped to buy condoms, documents say. The defendant allegedly used the app MocoSpace, according to Mia Garcia, spokeswoman for Attorney General Mark Brnovich. “There are tips for parents who can protect their kids from predators,” Garcia said. “They should always know which apps are downloaded on their kids’ phones and monitor their kids’ activity on apps regularly. Apps can expose kids to online predators and online bullying. There’re so many apps online that predators use to prey on kids.” Operation Summer Shield was conducted over a week-long period in June by the AG, Tempe and Mesa police departments and Homeland Security Investigations. A total of 25 men were arrested in the sting, accused of soliciting and/or brokering deals for various sex acts with children, according to Tempe Police. Throughout the operational period, officers and undercover detectives placed ads on websites and apps, which are commonly sought out by suspects seeking illegal sex acts with children, according to Tempe Police. Each year, the agencies come together to conduct operations of this type. The suspects in the latest operation ranged in age from 19 to 63 years old. Ottmann was one of four suspects so far formally charged. The other three included Ryan Kille, 32, Alex Waldron, 31, and Andrew Herrington. Herrington, 63, was employed as a custodian at Sunshine Residential Homes, which is contracted with Department of Child Services to provide group homes for approximately 300 children in the West Valley. Garcia said the investigation is currently ongoing. People who may have any additional information are asked to contact Tempe Sgt. Sean Still at 480858-6492.

Police seize 166 rabbits at Gilbert home BY CECILIA CHAN GSN Managing Editor

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ver 100 rabbits are being prepared for adoption after they were rescued from “horrific living conditions” at a Gilbert home. Arizona Humane Society and Gilbert Police seized 166 rabbits from a

70-year-old hoarder who lived near Warner and Gilbert roads. Police identified him as Jed Judd. “We got contacted by Arizona Human Society after they got a tip from someone who went to the residence to purchase some rabbits,” said Gilbert Police spokeswoman Dani Covey. “The person who called was concerned about the

living conditions of the rabbits and the excessive number of rabbits there.” Ruthie Jesus, a Humane Society field operations supervisor and animal cruelty investigator, said the caller had responded to a Craigslist post by Judd advertising “large meat rabbits” for

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later declared deceased, Marino added. The family moved into the neighborhood in April, according to Rott. “They were very new to the neighborhood but fit in well and loved it here,” Rott said. “This is a very caring, young family. They focused their lives on their children and this was just something that happened. “She was a precious, little sweetheart. It’s just devastating.” Rott said she has not communicated yet with the family, who was staying with in-laws elsewhere in the Valley. Rott said it was a normal routine for the dad, who worked from home, to take the children to school while the mom worked as a correctional officer. The couple has two older daughters, 5 and 7, Rott said. “Usually they all go to school or preschool and they were going to leave for vacation and he decided not to take the little one for pre-K and take her home,” Rott said. “Because of this upcoming vacation it threw things out of whack from what he normally did.” The family was scheduled for a get-

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residents there have come together in support. Rott said residents even blanketed the community’s fences along Higley and Elliot roads with pink ribbons. Others in Gilbert took note and were coming on board to show their solidarity with the family Mourners tied pink ribbons to trees and fences in the neighborhood where the little as well. girl died. (Kimberly Carrillo/GSN Staff Photographer) “You’ll be seeing pink bows sprinkled throughout Gilbert away on the day after the incident oc- over the coming days to show support curred. for the family,” wrote Cami Williams on Apparently after coming home, the a social media site. father went inside to work and left the “Regardless of opinions on how it hapchild in the truck, according to Rott. pened, they are facing a devastating loss “I’m assuming she fell asleep,” she said. and I think it’s a beautiful gesture,” Wil“She’s a tiny 3-year-old so she would not liams added. “Feel free to join in with be able to unbuckle her seat buckle and pink ribbons on your car, on your house, you know how fast these vehicles heat trees, or fence or wherever you feel is up.” appropriate.” Although the family was still newAlthough some of the more than 100 comers to the tight-knit neighborhood, comments on a social media site on the

incident wondered how anyone could leave a child in a car, others expressed their condolences and support. “For them they have not gotten the funeral arrangements situated yet,” Rott said of the family. “They are just living minute to minute right now.”

PREVENTING DEATH AND INJURY IN HOT VEHICLES

• Always check the back seat and make sure all children are out of the car before locking it and walking away • Avoid distractions while driving, especially cellphone usage • Be extra alert when there is a change in routine, like when someone else is driving your child or you take a different route to work or to child care • Have your child care provider call if your child is more than 10 minutes late • Put your cellphone, bag, purse or some other item in the back seat, so you check your back seat when you arrive at your destination (Source: Gilbert Police Department)

197-unit complex eyed for Cooley Station BY CECILIA CHAN GSN Managing Editor

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developer is proposing to build a 197-unit apartment complex within Verde at Cooley Station near Williams Field and Recker roads in Gilbert. The Planning Commission in a study session last week weighed in on colors, materials and other architectural items for the project Quintana at Verde. Verde at Cooley Station is a mixed-used project of offices, retail and multi-family uses. “Overall, I think they’ve done a good job,” Commissioner Brian Johns said. “I think it will be a good addition tying into the surrounding area.” He especially liked the proposed decorative site wall along Verde Drive. Developer SB2-VB, LLC plans for two, four-story buildings on 4.44 acres that includes a 35-foot-wide pedestrian corridor that would connect Williams Field Road to a future commuter rail, according to a town staff report. Johns said he thought it was refreshing the project was using diverse materials, including reclaimed wood, stucco, corrugated metal, siding and red brick.

The 197-unit apartment complex would be located in the area highlighted in copper. As the rendering below shows, it would consist of two four-story buildings. (Town of Gilbertf)

Planner Stephanie Bubenheim said staff thought the ground-floor patios — which would provide one of two entries into the buildings — could be more outstanding and that the developer should consider the use of brownstone or stoops. Johns said as someone born and raised in Arizona the two design elements are not seen here but rather in places such as Boston and Chicago. He said the developer was trying to create space with the patios and that they were not the main entrances into the building. Commissioner David Cavenee said he thought the material and colors a little dark but rich and he agreed with staff he would like to see the patio areas beefed up. But, he said, the design was still early in the process. Chairman Brian Andersen said he thought the use of five different kinds of materials was too much. “I think it will be very busy looking,” he said. “Sometimes, less is more.” He added the first thought that popped into his head when he saw the building

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design was that it should be something at the bottom of a ski mountain given the abundant use of reclaimed wood. He thought the garages also were overdone with the use of materials. “Is there a way to scale it down,” he said. “I’m only one with this opinion. (The developer) can leave it the way it is and still get it approved.” The development is proposed to be un-gated, embracing a design with little to no fences or walls within the village center. The pool, located between the two buildings, is designed to be enclosed by a solid wall reserved for art murals and glass segments to allow some transparency. The project also would include multiple points of pedestrian access to the adjacent roads and a pedestrian corridor that would allow residents to walk or bike to the commercial center and future commuter rail. The multi-family project would supplement the commercial center previously approved as the second of three parts of Verde at Cooley Station, within the greater 56 acres of the Verde at Cooley Station PAD, according to staff.

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sale between $35 and $40. Police said Judd was selling the animals on various online sites. Jesus said investigators contacted Judd, warning him to the situation and giving him a week to turn things around. A week later, they returned to the house to find nothing had changed and contacted Gilbert Police. “It was a severe hoarding condition,” said Jesus, who was at the location. “Bunnies were stacked on top of each other in rusted wired cages. The smell of ammonia was overpowering. In my opinion, the condition was not safe for humans or bunnies.” She said a few rabbits had their own cages but many cages housed six to 10 smaller rabbits, stacked inside a shed with 6” to 8” of feces covering the cage floors. Police secured a search warrant Aug. 23 and seized the rabbits and destroyed the cages. A Humane Society rescue team consisting of nine team members and Gilbert Police officers spent more than five hours removing the animals from the scene for transport back to the Arizona Humane Society campus. “The bunnies were in poor condi-

tion,” Jesus said. “They were sneezing, had bad infections and open wounds on the bottom of their paws from the wire cages.” One rabbit died, leaving 165, all expected to make a full recovery. Humane Society veterinarians also have been spaying and neutering all of the rabbits for placement, which will take several weeks to complete. Rabbits that are too small to be sterilized are going to foster homes until they are big enough for the surgery. Jesus said those interested in adopting should note many of the rabbits are exotic. Some are lionheads and mini rexes, some are dwarf and lop-eared; they come in colors like chocolate, tortoiseshell and calico. One rabbits will be adopted by the Humane Society’s education and outreach team as an “animal ambassador” for its kids camps. Because these rabbits were co-housed and are social animals, they do well in pairs, Jesus said. Covey said charges will be determined when medical details are provided to police from the Humane Society. “As of right now (Judd) has been cooperative with investigation,” she said. Jesus said she can’t disclose any of the

conversation she has had with Judd nor say how long he has had rabbits because it was still an open investigation. But given the rabbits ranged in age – from approximately 3 months to 3 years old – it was safe to say he’s been keeping them for “many years,” Jesus said. In her eight years with the Humane Society, her team has dealt with a lot of animal hoarding cases, Jesus said. But “bunny cases are rare,” she said. “We did one a few years back but not to this scale.”

HOW TO HELP

To adopt a rabbit, call Arizona Humane Society’s Pet Resource Center at 602-9977585 Ext. 3800 to be added to the adoption list. Cost of adoption is $35. Interested adopters will then be notified when the rabbits start becoming available for adoption, likely towards the end of this week. Some of the rabbits will go up for adoption at various PetSmart locations around the Valley and several AHS rescue partners, including Brambley Hedge and BARK.

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he company that is building a $60 million water park on townowned land is interested in partnering again with Gilbert on a hospitality project next door to its project. Strand Resorts was the only developer to respond to the town’s request for proposals to build a hotel, resort, conference center with complimentary retail or a combination of those features on a 10-acre site it owns near Gilbert Regional Park at Queen Creek and Higley roads. The deadline to submit a proposal was last Wednesday. Despite just one interested party, the town will proceed as planned and review the proposal, according to spokeswoman Jennifer Harrison. “After that, we will present it to Council in E-Session for further direction,” she said, adding details of the respondent’s proposal will not be made public at this time. The respondent was to submit paperwork, including financials, letters of

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credit and its general approach to the development of the site. According to the town’s timeline, a committee will review the proposal before it heads to Council on Nov. 7 for the first of two behindthe-door discussions. Negotiations are then expected to begin Dec. 9 with development of the terms of a ground lease, no less than 30 years, to take place from January to April. In May a recommendation on that agreement goes to the Council for approval. A representative from Strand Resorts did not respond to requests for comment. Under the town’s policy, anyone who submits a proposal is prohibited from discussing it with any-

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Mother’s Day. Carly immediately transferred Leighton to Phoenix Children’s Hospital upon the advice of a good friend. Dr. Cynthia Wetmore broke the news to the family, Leighton’s disease had spread from her abdomen to her liver and lungs. “First day here when she was diagnosed, it was tough for her,” Carly said. She added Leighton eventually adjusted and responded with, “This is something I got to deal with.” So far, Leighton has gone through four rounds of chemotherapy and is due for more. Leighton is one of the nearly 100 patients treated daily at Phoenix Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. The hospital has launched its annual Step Up. Stop Cancer. Campaign with the goal to raise $1 million. The funds will help support research, innovation

Leighton is "tough as nails," her mother says, and the goal is to get her back in school by next month. (Kimberly Carrillo/GSN Staff Photographer)

and family-centered care at the hospital. Carly said Leighton is scheduled for more chemo and that the prognosis was “optimistic.” The survival rate for a stage IV tumor is 82 percent, according to Cancer. net. The only time Leighton cried was three days after her preemptive haircut, an event attended by her friends and teammates in a show of solidarity. “The little fuzz on her head started falling out,” Carly said. “She cried for 10 minutes and that was it. She’s hands down my toughest kid.” Carly added she didn’t think her other three children could have coped if they had the disease. The Gilbert mom is trying to keep as much as possible Carly Accardo says her daughter Leighton is facing her fight with cancer bravely and in high spirits. (Kimberly Carrillo/GSN Staff Photographer)

a normal routine for Leighton such as taking her to practices so she can watch her teammates play. Sports runs deep in the family, which also includes older brother Larson, 9, younger sister Leeanne, 6, and younger brother Locke, 3. Their dad is Jeremy Accardo, a former MLB player and now pitching coach with the New York Mets. Since her diagnosis, Leighton had a visit from Auston Matthews, a hockey center for the Toronto Maple Leafs and from members of the Mets team, including favorite player pitcher Noah Syndergaard. “It was fun,” she said of the visits. “I was a little nervous. They’re big league baseball players.” It was two days out from a six-hour surgery to remove a tumor from her abdomen and Leighton was already out of bed, scooting around the hospital with her IV pole. During her in-patient stays, Leighton liked to hang out at the hospital’s Child Life Zone, a state-of-the-art play area with amenities such as a multi-use theater, a gaming wall, a performance stage, air hockey tables and a therapeutic craft and play center. There, she enjoyed crafting with PlayDoh, painting on canvass and singing Karaoke — “A Million Dreams” from the movie "The Greatest Showman." Although school started Aug. 1, Leighton hasn’t been able to attend Centennial Elementary School yet. She keeps pace with her class with homework assignments brought by her brother Larson from her teacher and by attending the hospital’s 1 Darn Cool School educational program. Math is Leighton’s favorite subject and she

doesn’t mind doing homework. Depending on the scans’ outcomes, the goal is to have Leighton attend school in October. Despite the never-ending trips to the hospital, chemo and surgery, Leighton has a big heart and still think of others, her mom said. When she is at home, she wants to make sure other kids she met at the hospital are OK and has her mother check on them. And, while she is in the hospital, she asks her mother to check on Isaiah, a student with Down syndrome she’s befriended at school. Leighton is currently looking to have her girls’ baseball team, the Peaches, do an arts-and-crafts supply drive and her club hockey team do a toy-and-game drive for the hospital. Carly said Leighton stays upbeat and attributed her tenacity to playing sports. “We had her playing sports with boys since she was 3,” she said. “Leighton has always been good at her sports. This is just one more thing she has to be good at — fighting cancer.”

HOW TO HELP: Phoenix Children’s Hospital’s annual Step Up. Stop Cancer. campaign to raise $1 million kicks off this month with a series of event. For a list of September events, go to StepUpWithPCH.org For more information on how to donate or to support a fundraiser in the campaign, go to phoenixchildrensfoundation.org/programs/step-up-stop-cancer/


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or the third year in a row, the American Legion Merrell-Mitchell Post 39 Color Guard will lead the pledge of allegiance and the national anthem at Patterson Elementary School in Gilbert on the 18th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks. Five members of the color guard on Wednesday will visit the school, where they will honor the lives of the nearly 3,000 people lost in the attacks. Students also will learn about the history and significance of that day. “It’s a good honor. It’s a privilege to see these young kids getting in the spirit of Americanism,” said the color guard Commander Pete Brown. The tradition at Patterson was started by color guard member Fred Meyer, an Army veteran who served in Okinawa. He admits he was a “little biased” in choosing Patterson, as his grandchildren attend the school. Patterson Principal Lucas Blackburn was instrumental in organizing the color guard’s visits to the school.

Gilbert's American Legion Merrell-Mitchell Post 39 Color Guard will be leading Patterson Elementary students in a somber 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Wednesday. (Post 39)

“Mr. Lucas Blackburn is very much involved. He told me — I was chitchatting with him one day when I was taking my grandkids to school — that they do something every 9/11,” Meyer said. Blackburn has been the principal at Patterson for seven years. Although he helped begin the color guard tradition, his predecessor started school-wide

9/11 remembrance in 2002. Blackburn explained that many of the parents whose children attend Patterson serve as police officers, firefighters or are active duty service members. “It has really grown into a day of service, of giving back, of honoring our first responders, and honoring and remembering those that have fallen, not only

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reparations are complete for one of the Valley’s most somber commemorations of the people who died when terrorists took down the World Trade Center, damaged the Pentagon and crashed a jetliner into a field in Western Pennsylvania on Sept. 11, 2001. Volunteers on Saturday descended on Tempe Beach Park to set up 2,996 American flags for the annual Healing Field remembrance sponsored by the Exchange Club of Tempe, along with the City of Tempe’s support. The somber display of flags with a yellow ribbon to honor each person who died in the attacks includes a small biography about the person it represents. “The Healing Field transforms the park into a place of reverence, of common ground, where you feel connected to each of the people you are standing next to or paying respects to,” organizers state on a City of Tempe webpage. “The Exchange Club of Tempe is the force behind this incredible memorial. Their attention to detail is truly remarkable,” it continues. “The first responders’

recognize veterans who have perished. Each pair of boots were donated by a military veteran.” This year, organizers also hope to make the Healing Field a Teaching Field. “Children born on or near this day have no memory” of the event, the website notes. “The old tattered schoolbooks that Volunteers on Saturday will be erecting 2,996 flags at Tempe Beach Park for the most kids have don’t Exchange Club of Tempe’s annual comemoration of the people who lost their lives even contain this imin the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks. (Special to AFN) portant part of our history. We’ve heard flag poles are respectfully placed along many kids ask why on Sept. 11 their the perimeter, continuing to ‘protect and school didn’t so much as mention it. That serve’ even in death. Gary Eugene Bird, is unacceptable. Bring your children to the only resident of Arizona who perished the Healing Fields. There is an informaon Sept. 11, has a small Arizona flag at the tion booth and posters that detail the base of his flag pole. timeline of events that day.” “Additionally, the stuffed bears you see Ahwatukee residents Mark Poisson and at the base of flag poles identify the chil- Judy Chasse have long been involved in dren who died that day, and combat boots organizing the Healing Field.

Chasse told AFN in an interview two years ago that “witnessing firsthand the many lives touched each year in a powerful way is overwhelming.” Poisson added, “I think we should never forget,” Poisson said. “We should never forget what happened. I feel the country is losing a little bit of the impact we all felt that day when we were watching the news.” On Saturday, volunteers can pound nearly 3,000 pieces of rebar and erect the eight-foot flags with bio cards. Or they can help take down the flags and store them once the commemoration has ended next week. Go to facebook.com/tempeexchangeclub to find out how to sign up. While the display will be up to visit from Sunday on, there are special services set next week at the site. A free Freedom Concert will be held 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10; At 5:46 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, a memorial service begins at the exact Arizona time that the first plane hit the towers; a candlelight vigil will be 7-9 p.m. Wednesday with prayers and a message by Tempe Officers Association President Robert Ferraro. Information:

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handler-based Waymo is urging federal watchdogs to “promptly” remove regulatory barriers that may interfere with producing self-driving cars that have no manual controls like steering wheels or brake pedals. The autonomous-vehicle company penned a letter on Aug. 28 to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, encouraging the agency to “move with all reasonable speed” to adopt new rules with how the government tests unconventional vehicles. “We urge NHTSA to move ahead promptly to remove the regulatory barriers the agency has identified,” Waymo’s letter stated, claiming regulatory revisions would ensure a timely deployment of self-driving cars without manual controls. NHTSA posted a notice last year, highlighting challenges it foresaw with how it would test autonomous cars unequipped with traditional controls designed for human drivers. The current safety standards require vehicles to have manual controls so that regulators can conduct compliance testing. But manufacturers argue these standards need to be rewritten for cars that don’t warrant human controls. The agency just finished collect-

ing public comments from a variety of stakeholders that included car-builders, nonprofits and drivers fearful of being replaced by a computer. Waymo submitted a 12-page letter in response to the NHTSA’s notice, claiming autonomous cars can meet the government’s safety metrics without manual controls. “Waymo has reason to be confident that the currently specified performance can be objectively, repeatably, and reproducibly demonstrated without a steering wheel,” the company wrote in its letter, “so all that needs to change is the test method, not the test metrics.” Waymo was founded in 2009 by Google’s parent company Alphabet and moved its headquarters to Chandler a couple years ago. The city’s elected officials have warmly welcomed Waymo by adopting zoning regulations that accommodate the company’s vehicles. “We are also, as I like to say, the epicenter of autonomous vehicle development, with companies like Intel and Waymo shaping the future of transportation,” Mayor Kevin Hartke said in a speech earlier this year. The company’s white minivans can be seen circulating around Chandler on a regular basis, picking up and dropping

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vising regulations. Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety told NHTSA it was unnecessary to rapidly change existing rules when too many unknowns exist in the industry. “While autonomous vehicles hold the promise of improving safety, reducing congestion and improving mobility, a promise is different than proof,” the organization wrote in a letter to the agency. Consumer Reports, a nonprofit organization, found it unclear why NHTSA would devote its limited resources to fixing “supposed” barriers that it thinks might not be barriers at all. “There are more important subjects

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the agency should be focusing on than ‘removing regulatory barriers,’ especially given the robust pace of industry innovation in many areas today,” the nonprofit told the federal agency in a letter. NHTSA pondered various new options for how it could test the safety of selfdriving cars with no human controls. One of them included having engineers operate vehicles externally through some sort of remote control, also known as “teleoperation.” Waymo told NHTSA this type of testing method was “impractical” and could make the technology vulnerable to outside attacks. “The introduction of external control

capability not provided by the (autonomous vehicle’s) original design would require fundamental design changes that would introduce unwarranted security issues by opening the architecture to hostile intrusions…” the company wrote in its letter. Another proposal made by NHTSA was to test a surrogate, or “sister,” vehicle with human controls that had the same platform as the autonomous car. Waymo thinks adoption of this approach, combined with other methods, could be an alternative that would allow more adequate time for NHTSA to develop a more tailored testing procedure.

Park University in Gilbert on Aug. 29 marked a milestone with a convocation for its first full semester of traditional 16-week classes. While students celebrated a bit (upper left) before bucling down to classwork, President Greg Gunderson addressed a packed auditorium of students and well-wishers. At one point, Avery Wilkins filled three glas containers to represent the balance between classes, experiences and relationships. The 250-plus students attending the university also heard from several other school officials and Mayor Jenn Daniels. (Kimberly Carrillo/GSN Staff Photographer)


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creating a Real ID-compliant license. It took until 2015 — and threats by Homeland Security to stop honoring Arizona licenses — for lawmakers here to finally come around. They first became available in March 2016. Getting one of the new licenses requires gathering up some documents, starting with a passport or birth certificate. But applicants also need something with a Social Security number as well as two documents with a home address, like utility

ov. Doug Ducey says he already has his. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego admits she does not. What they’re talking about is an enhanced Arizona driver’s license, one that will allow people to board aircraft after Oct. 1, 2020. That’s the last date that the Transportation Security Agency will accept regular state-issued licenses and IDs to get to the boarding gates at airports. After that, those without the new identification cards, marked with a gold star in the upper right corner, will need a passport or military ID. And it’s not just about being able to fly. Without identification the government considers acceptable, federal buildings also will This sample Arizona driver’s license shows what the new federallyapproved licenses look like. If your driver’s license doesn’t have a star be off limits. the upper right corner, you won’t be able to fly after Oct. 1, 2020. The mayor’s admission in (Special to GSN) she had not gotten around to it came Aug. 28 as Ducey and Gallego bills or bank statements, to prove Arizona gathered the media at Sky Harbor Interna- residency. tional Airport to remind them of the fedThat last requirement can be a bit of a eral law. They also provided a road map of problem for those who get all their mail sorts of what it takes to get the new IDs. at a post office box and do not have utility But it’s more involved than simply drop- bills with the service address. ping in at the local Motor Vehicle Division The next step is to go to an MVD office office. or one of the third-party license providers. The requirement is an outgrowth of the But walking in without an appointment, Real ID Act, enacted by Congress and the which can be made online, can lead to sitBush administration after the attacks on ting around and a lot of waiting. the World Trade Center and Pentagon by It’s also possible to fill out the forms onterrorists who hijacked aircraft. line ahead of showing up. That law directed the Department of Be prepared to pay an extra $25 for the Homeland Security to come up with re- enhanced license. quirements for secure documents for evThe other downside, if you will, is these erything from getting into certain federal new licenses are good for only eight years. buildings to boarding commercial aircraft. By contrast, once someone gets a regular The agency’s answer was to recognize Arizona license it is good until the 65th driver’s licenses only from states that fol- birthday, though there is a requirement to low certain procedures, including verify- get a new photo every 12 years. ing the documents offered by the appliAnd what of Gallego’s lack of action cant to prove identity to ensuring that the to date? license itself cannot be altered. “I have been traveling with my passArizona has, to say the least, been slow port,’’ she said. And a passport will remain to comply. In fact, state legislators, react- a viable form of identification beyond Oct. ing to concerns about creating a national 1, 2020. ID card, specifically voted in 2008 to bar Ducey, for his part, boasted of already the Department of Transportation from having his new ID.

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hen it comes to one of the biggest annual community events that the American Legion Merrill-Mitchell Post 39 puts on in Gilbert, Legionnaire Robert Greene pretty much has the role of Santa Claus. No, he doesn’t don a red suit and fake beard when his fellow legionnaires open the post and their hearts to needy children and needy veterans at Christmas. But he is the guy who collects the money and the gifts to make that outreach possible. Now, the retired Marine captain, an Agent Orange victim from the Vietnam War, is hoping Gilbert residents and business owners will be his elves and help make Christmas 2019 a merry one for scores of kids and ailing veterans. It’s not an easy task, especially after

American Legion Post 39 Commander Chris Ellis played Santa for needy Gilbert kids last year, but Legionnaire Bob Greene was the chief elf in gathering money and gifts. (Special to GSN)

two big box stores he declined to identify stopped providing gifts. But Greene said he goes out every day, dropping off leaflets promoting his drive to raise between $15,000 and $20,000 for the event, which the 900-member Post 39 has been putting on for four or five years. The Post’s Christmas outreach comes in three parts. First, about 150 kids under 13 who are identified by Gilbert Public Schools social workers are invited to the post on Gilbert Road to a party a few days before Christmas. They meet Santa and get toys, a bag of healthy food and necessities like clothing and shoes. Each child who wants one also gets a new bicycle. “All these gifts are individually and personally wrapped,” said Greene, who uses his Andorra Ranch home to store the gifts after the post lost its storage

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Dance studio owner turns garage into ballroom BY MIKENNA YARMUS-GANNON GSN Staff Writer

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he Arthur Murray Dance Center danced into a new location last week, relocating from Mesa to fashionable Dana Park. Dating back 107 years, the Arthur Murray franchise prides itself on teaching pairs of all ages the art of social and competitive dancing with beginning, ballroom and wedding lessons. Bob Powers, the Gilbert franchise owner, said his clients come “for exercise, for a date night, to meet people, to be more socially active.” “It’s a very safe, social environment,” said Powers, who became a dance instructor at age 17 and owns one of the five Arthur Murray studios in Arizona. Inspired by the movie “Saturday Night Fever,” Powers spotted an Arthur Murray studio in Scottsdale and asked if he could teach. He eventually became a manager and went on to own his own center.

In addition to his years of experience at Arthur Murray, Powers is a 12-time U.S. American Rhythm dance champion and three-time World Mambo Champion with his dance partner and wife, Julia Gorchekova. With years of competitive dancing and working for Arthur Murray under his belt, Powers said, “Everyday is different, everybody’s different. It’s an interesting job, no two days are ever the same.” After acquiring the Mesa location 10 years ago, Powers always anticipated relocating to Gilbert after reading about the town’s growth and the popular grocery store chain, AJ’s Fine Foods. Powers decided that when his eightyear contract with his Mesa center was up, he would move to Dana Park. The area, he said, fits his studio’s clientele. Bob Powers, pictured with his wife Julia Gorchekova, has moved his Arthur Murray Dance Studio to Gilbert. (Special to GSN)

The new Gilbert location required Powers to transform an old Pep Boys Auto into a ballroom. This transformation was no easy task. Because it had been a garage where oil and other toxic chemicals are present, Powers had to have environmental inspections in addition to treating and coating the floors to rid them of grease. From there, he replaced the garage doors with windows, and added a chandelier to the building’s high ceilings. Ultimately, Powers was able to create an artistic and industrial dance space. Since moving, Powers said that his clients are excited about the new space. “They like the atmosphere, they like the studio. Everybody was describing it as the first day back at school,” Powers said. Today, Powers boasts that his studio ranks in the top 20 percent of 290 Arthur Murray centers worldwide. He credits the centers popularity and

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area to a fire. The second part is closely related to the kids event: the legionnaires also address any special need in the children’s families. Last year, for example, one kid’s mom who had had her leg amputated was suffering from phantom pain. She got a heating stocking. Another family had no pots or pans, so Post 39 came to the rescue, giving them — as it usually does where the families are concerned — a gift card from Walmart or Target. The third group of beneficiaries of Post 39’s generosity comprises veterans. They’re treated to a party too, though if they are too infirmed or disabled to attend, someone makes sure their presents are delivered personally to them.

“We try to do what we can because we feel it is our responsibility to provide service to the community,” Greene said. That sense of community service is demonstrated by post 39 in many ways over the year. Members put up the flags along Gilbert Road that passersby might see on major holidays like Memorial Day and Veterans Day. It runs educational programs on the history of the flag in local classrooms and conducts a flag retirement ceremony for worn out flags once a quarter. Its color guard is frequently seen at events, and it leads the Gilbert Days Parade annually. Nor does it forget their brothers and sisters in uniform: the post sends several hundred Christmas packages to active military serving overseas. Over recent years, he said, some busi-

Bob Powers and his wife Julia Gorchekova have won numerous international dance competitions. (Special to GSN)

nesses both in and outside Gilbert have been remarkably generous toward the post’s Christmas for Kids program. The NAPA Service Center gave customers a discount on vehicle services if they brought in a new toy. Vellum Corp. in Chandler donated toys. In fact, the post got so many toys that it ended up donating some to hospitals to give to children who were hospitalized over Christmas. While Greene and the rest of Post 39 hopes people will send what they can afford or donate a new toy or new clothing for the event, they also hold one big fundraiser in October that donors also could help make a success. Greene right now is collecting antiques, gift cards and other items for a big auction that will be held in Gilbert around the middle of next month. The auction is an alternative, he ex-

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growth to the release of the popular ABC show, “Dancing with the Stars.” When the show first debuted, Powers said the company got a “face lift.” “People saw it as something that was cool — that everybody could do,”

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personal loss when she was still a teenager set Gilbert attorney Becky Cholewka on a career path that’s made her an expert in her field. Her father died when she was 19 and it was then she “realized the importance of estate planning.” She tells people on her website, gilbertlawoffice.com, that as a lawyer specializing in estate planning “she has seen the benefits of great planning, and the nightmare of poor planning.” Now, the 15-year Gilbert resident’s expertise has led to her selection as a contributing author to a book, “The Family Estate Planning and Elder Law Guide.” The book is the result of a national research project conducted by Collaborative Press of Omaha, Nebraska, that included 11 leading estate planning attorneys from around the country. They discuss the issues that clients are most frequently ask on a wide variety of estate planning topics and the answers they give in private counseling.

“We believe that estate planning is not just about properly filling out paperwork, but also about getting to know clients on a personal level, working closely with them to understand their concerns and goals and taking the time to explain options in clear, easy to understand language.” She is on the board of directors for the Power Ranch HOA and serves on advisory boards for both the Mercy Gilbert Hospital Patient Advisory Council and Mariposa Point Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility. Cholewka will host a book signing 4:30-6:30 p.m. Sept. 19 at Bar Vinedo, 7215 S. Power Road, Queen Creek. Cholewka will donate 100 percent of book sale proceeds to House of Refuge, a nonprofit organization helping homeless families in crisis. Information: 480-497-3770 or gilbertlawoffice.com

According to the publisher, Cholewka was selected for her accomplishments in estate planning. She is the WealthCounsel Arizona Forum Facilitator, responsible for the mentoring and continuing education of estate planning attorneys in Arizona. She opened Cholewka Law in 2010 and represents clients in estate planning, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, trust administration and asset protection. “We are passionate about helping our clients protect their loved ones and assets by designing and implementing customized, comprehensive estate plans,” she says on her website, noting she guides clients “through one of the most difficult times in their lives — the loss of a loved one — by settling estates through probate and administering trusts.”

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irst-time mom April Parker thought breastfeeding her son, Silas would be easy. But she found that wasn’t the case when she returned to her Gilbert home with her newborn. “I thought it would come naturally when they just open their mouth,” Parker said. “But it’s a lot more complicated. I was having issues with latching and also lot of pain to the point where I just couldn’t nurse him. So, I needed help.” Help came in the form of a new Gilbert business — Milk Makers, a mobile lactaMilk Makers owner Leana Thompson of Gilbert said her mobile service has helped new moms. (Special to GSN) tion and breastfeeding service. “Breastfeeding is such a hard experience,” said owner Leana Thompson RN, over seven years. they have issues and are having pain,” BSN and IBCLC. “We provide she said. “There’s a lack of resources. “Lots of people get breastfeeding ser“People don’t know where to turn for frustrated because vices from start help. They call the hospital back up but everyone tells them, to finish to ensure talking to someone at the hospital is it’s natural, the breastfeeding and different from someone coming to the baby knows what to pumping goes home.” do. If someone had smoothly at home.” Parker said Milk Makers was an ima traumatic birth Thompson added. mense resource. with complications, “It is vital for new“She helped me so much in one visit,” the baby is stunned borns to get the nu- Parker said. “She sat next to me and from the birth and trition they need.” made sure my son’s mouth position was needs help and She got the idea right and watched him latch on. She to be trained to for her business afhelped me with a few positions so I was suck, swallow and ter numerous new able to continue nursing him and I didn’t breathe. moms in the hospi- have the pain. “So many moms tal would ask, “Can “She is so genuine and really caring are so overI bring you home about my situation and I can tell she has whelmed. It’s a Thopmson of Gilbert is a a nurse and owner of with me?”’ said a passion about it and is very knowlstressful event and Leana a mobile service that helps breastfeeding moms. Thompson, who edgeable. It’s hard to find someone like I try to make it as (Special to GSN) currently works that.” stress-less as possipart time at an East Valley hospital. Milk Makers should find plenty of ble and give them as much support and Milk Makers offers five packages rangcustomers like Parker because breastguidance.” At the home, Thompson will perform ing from $75 to $285. Since launching in feeding is on the increase in the United a physical assessment of the mother and July, Thompson has had around 15 cli- States, according to the CDC. The rate for infants who are ever baby, address any uncertainty around ents. Although lactation consultation is breastfed is currently at 83.8 percent, breastfeeding and lactation and create a available for new moms in the hospi- but that drastically drops to 57.3 percent tailored care plan. “My consultations typically last any- tal, it’s generally a quick 15-minute for infants still breastfed at 6 months, where from one to two hours depending overview and by request, according to the agency reported. Breastfeeding is the best source of nuon the level of support a mom is looking Thompson, a Gilbert resident. “Moms come home and usually by day trition for most babies and can help refor,” said Thompson, a high-risk antepartum/postpartum registered nurse for three or four the mom starts to realize duce the risk for some short- and long-

term health conditions for both infants and mothers. Breastfed infants have reduced risks of obesity, gastrointestinal infections, asthma, ear and respiratory infections and sudden infant death syndrome while nursing moms can have lower risks of high-blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes and ovarian and breast cancers, according to the CDC. Additionally, low rates of breastfeeding add more than $3 billion a year to medical costs for the mother and child in the United States, the CDC said. Milk Makers currently serves Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, Mesa and Tempe. The company will accommodate mothers outside the coverage area. “It’s mostly the East Valley where the need is,” Thompson said. “The goal down the line when I grow is to have a consultant in every area, all over the Valley.” Information: themilkmakers.com or email info@themilkmakers.com.

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Get the lead out of schools’ drinking water BY DIANE BROWN GSN Guest Writer

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y now, school children in Arizona have brought markers, scissors, folders and other supplies to class. Although children are bringing items they need to learn and succeed, Arizona is failing to supply safe drinking water in schools across our state. According to the Arizona Department of Environment Quality, of the 13,380 taps tested at schools in Arizona, lead was detected in the water at 48 percent. Given the weak safe drinking water standard ADEQ uses vs. the standard recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the widespread use of

lead in faucets, fountains and plumbing, these confirmed cases of lead in schools’ water are, in all likelihood, just the tip of the iceberg. While Arizonans may debate on whether teachers are sufficiently paid or classrooms adequately funded, we should all be able to agree that children need safe drinking water at school. And we know that lead harms the development and health of children, even at low levels. Fortunately, we also know how to solve this problem. To ensure that kids have safe water at school, we need to “get the lead out.” This means replacing faucets, fountains and other lead-bearing parts that can contaminate the water our children drink. Until we can ensure that our school’s wa-

ter delivery systems are entirely lead-free, filters that are certified to remove lead will need to be installed on every tap used for drinking and cooking. And lastly, there needs to follow up testing to ensure that lead levels in school water do not exceed 1 part per billion — the limit recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. No doubt, this “get the lead out” regimen might seem daunting at first. When children are facing a big homework assignment, we tell them it is important to get started — piece by piece tackling the problem until the job is done. Children are also reminded to seek help from the resources around them, such as parents and teachers. The same approach is needed here. Arizona school districts are going to

need help with resources to ensure safe drinking water. The state can help, but the federal government also needs to step up with major funding to get the lead out. That won’t happen if Congress or the administration decide to cut EPA’s budget. With the coursework laid out for solving this problem, now is the time for our leaders to declare their commitment to get the lead out of our schools’ water. Protecting children’s brains should be a nobrainer.

Yes, he is watching the coverage of Hurricane Dorian – there’s nothing else on. Yes, he has bottled water, batteries and candles and everything Publix will run out of in the next 48 hours. Yes, the clock is ticking on boarding up the house. No, he doesn’t need me to come help. “What’s the point of flying all that way, Dave?” he says, while I examine his tone for clues. “This thing will probably miss us. They usually miss us. They always miss us.” It’s our annual summertime dance, me offering hurricane help and my father turning me down. The truth is, he doesn’t much need me to mount plywood to the windows of the house where I grew up, because my father lives with my brother and my 20-something nephew, who will do the heavy lifting in a pinch. But it seems to make my father feel good to have things under control, to flex his independence, so I offer and let him say no.

We hang up and the ritual commences in earnest. I monitor hurricane models all through Labor Day weekend, the usual monologue running through my head — hopes that the storm lands nowhere at all, that prayers to spare one city, one house, one family and prayers don’t turn into some other place winning the worst possible lottery. Dorian, meanwhile, appears to take dead aim at my father’s house in Miramar, while destroying the Bahamas with Category 5 fury. For two days, the storm slows and treads water off the Florida Coast, apparently making up its mind. Then it makes a slow right turn, like a snowbird meandering toward a highway exit, and heads north up the coast. “These things always miss us,” my father says on the phone, sounding vindicated. I don’t bother reminding him of the hurricanes that didn’t miss, the long list of names, David and Andrew and Charley and Irma and Michael. Selective memory

can be a healthy thing for all concerned. So, he goes back to the recliner in front of the television, back to watching the old Westerns he favors — “Bonanza” and “Gunsmoke,” “The Rifleman” and “Have Gun, Will Travel.” Me, I sit deep in the West, scanning a list of hurricane names, deciding which ones sound fierce. Following behind Dorian, Erin, Fernand and Gabrielle all have been duds, never more than polite tropical storms. Humberto is next, but conjures little fear, given that it’s the name of a pretty good Mexican restaurant out in El Mirage. Imelda? Sounds like a Filipino dictator’s wife, famous for her shoe fetish. Jerry and Karen come after that and they sound like that couple up the street. You will keep up the storm watch all summer long, deep into October, standing sentinel from afar, watching the man while he watches his Westerns. Hurricanes, it turns out, bring out the child in all of us.

Diane E. Brown is the Executive Director of the Arizona PIRG Education Fund. The Arizona PIRG Education Fund conducts research & education on issues in the public interest.

Even far away, hurricanes can still affect us BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ GSN Columnist

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ou move to Arizona to get away from hurricanes, but it turns out massive tropical storms care not at all about geography. So begins a summertime ritual for you and so many others with loved ones who live along our country’s Atlantic coast. A swirling mass appears in the ocean. Like clockwork, you pick up the phone. Two thousand miles away, in south Florida, my father answers on the sixth ring. His knees ache at age 73 and Parkinson’s disease has slowed him to a halting shuffle, but my dad is never one to let a call go unanswered. Even now, 20 months after the death of my mother, his greeting on the phone startles me a bit. For the 52 years of their marriage, spokesperson was my mom’s role.

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Louisville “felt like home” for Chubba Purdy BY BRITTANY BOWYER GSN Contributor

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rowing up in a house full of athletes, hard work and dedication was nothing out of the ordinary for Chubba Purdy. The senior, a 4-star dual threat quarterback at Perry High School, watched both his older sister, Whittney and his older brother, Brock, excel at their respective sports. He watched them go through the college recruiting process, anxiously waiting for his time to come. Brock, who currently plays for Iowa State University, went through the process two years ago. He didn’t receive a Division I offer until after his senior season had concluded. Chubba’s is different, however, as he had several offers before he began his senior campaign. Though their recruitment was differ-

Perry High senior quarterback Chubba Purdy, a 4-star dualthreat quarterback, found comfort at Louisville during his visit, which ultimately led to his commitment. (Kimberly Carrillo/ GSN Staff)

ent, Brock still served as a voice of guidance for Chubba through it all.

“My brother just told me to be patient, because after the season I wasn’t getting

anything,” Chubba Purdy said. “He said, ‘it will come, just wait.’” When his first D1 offer came in on Jan. 15 from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, he was ready to begin the process. By summer, Purdy had gathered offers from nearly two-dozen schools, including Arizona State, Central Florida, Louisville, Michigan State and Yale. After visiting a couple of schools, he ultimately decided on Louisville. “They just really showed me the most love from the get-go. I just really created a great relationship with coach Ponce, the quarterback coach, and we kept in touch after he offered me. I talked to him every single day,” Purdy said. “I just had a great time with all the other players there and they really wanted me

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See future MVPs as Fall League begins BY NATALIE URQUIZA GSN Contributor

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he Arizona Fall League launches its first pitch Sept. 18, but this season there are a few changes that will benefit the players and fans. “We moved the league up a month,” said Daniel Kurish, who has been the Arizona Fall League media communications coordinator for three years. “We went from playing from October to November to now September to October and that was for the players.” The move gets rid of the downtime the players had between the end of the minor league season and the start of the Fall League. League officials felt the players would have to gear up again. The Fall Stars Game is scheduled for Oct. 12, at Salt River Fields, and the

Mountain Pointe High School graduate Cole Tucker of the Pittsburgh, Pirates is an Arizona Fall League veteran. (Special to GSN)

championship game follows on Oct. 26 at the same venue.

The Mexican Pacific League, a winter league featuring former MLB ballplaers,

will play at the Peoria Sports Complex and Salt River Fields. “The AFL clubs will play in 10 games against teams from the Mexican Pacific League while the Mesa Solar Sox will play two games in the Mexican Baseball Fiesta,” Kurish said. The players will also benefit from an ease of restrictions on who can play in the AFL. “We had restrictions on what players could play here that couldn’t exceed their rookie limits,” Kurish said. “If a player played in the Major Leagues long enough, they weren’t eligible to come back in a rehab situation. Now they can send low-level Major-League guys here.” This season, six teams are playing at four stadiums, due to construction at

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Scottsdale and Surprise stadiums. They will reopen for the 2020 Spring Training season. “The Scottsdale Scorpions are playing at Salt River Fields and the Surprise Saguaros are playing at Peoria Sports Complex for now,” Kurish said. “Everything should go back to normal next season.” Kurish noted the Fall League is working on something great for fans — especially the younger generation. “We are working on the kids having more access to the players,” Kurish said. “This year kids under 15 are free to all

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there, as well.” Purdy said besides his relationship with the coaching staff, he was really fond of the city of Louisville and all it had to offer. When he took his official visit to the school, he felt it was the perfect fit. “I love the city. We went around and ate, and I just really felt that I could see myself there,” Purdy said. “I just really felt the love and I felt at home when I was there.” While on his visit, he talked about the Cardinals’ offense with the players and

the games. We really wanted to get the kids involved because it is a kid’s game.” As of recently, the motto for the MLB ballplayers has been “Let the kids play.” The AFL is encouraging children to attend games and to enjoy America’s pastime. The changes don’t stop there. For 27 years, the league has been using the same logos for the six different teams. “The new logos are just an update to the teams,” Kurish said. “The exception is the Rafters who went from waves to a bat and now back to the waves. Every team now has been issued two different hats.”

coaches. Their style of play is something that he was on board with and felt he could contribute to, which also was a big factor in his decision. Purdy knows that he will have some competition in his future quest to be named the starting quarterback. There are currently two juniors on Louisville’s roster as well as a freshman. He knows, though, that anything can happen, and he is eager to accept the challenge. “I’m just going to have to work my butt off and see what happens,” he said. No matter what, Purdy said he remains grateful every single day for the athletic

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In years’ past, the players wore their Major League uniforms and the AFL hat. This year, they’ll be completely decked out in AFL gear. “It’s been done in the past before, but we are bringing it back,” Kurish said. The final 2019 roster was scheduled to be released at the end of August, but that’s subject to change. “The ballplayers have played 142 games in a Minor League season,” Kurish said. “Late season injury could knock someone off the roster.” “If they want to send guys who aren’t hurt and didn’t make the postseason roster, if they needed more time or get

abilities that he and his siblings have, as well as his family. “It’s amazing. We’re just really, truly blessed for God giving us these talents. And to our parents, as well,” Purdy said. “They do nothing but support us, and I just don’t know how they do it.” Even now that Purdy is verbally committed, Brock is still helping by providing advice. “Now, he just said to focus on my senior year and let things roll,” Purdy said. And that’s exactly what he’s doing. Purdy steps on the field for Perry each and every day as a leader, and continu-

more at bats, they could send him here,” Kurish said. “If they are on the postseason roster, they can’t come down here to play. They would have to be off the roster.” AFL veterans are Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Cole Tucker, Andre Ethier, Buster Posey and Mike Trout. “If you are into the Arizona Fall League, the players’ progression and their journey, it is a must see,” Kurish said. “You get to see the future MVPs, future Cy Young award winners even before anyone knows who they are.” For the schedule, visit atmlb. com/2HlLkHU.

ously looks to help improve the team by working toward sharpening his skills. Purdy’s attitude and leadership are characteristics that don’t go unnoticed by Perry coach Preston Jones. Just as Purdy is focusing on this season, so is Jones, who is thankful he gets to have Purdy playing as the quarterback for a little bit longer. “He’s a really, really good athlete,” Jones said. “He’s a good, strong, big kid that’s got so much potential. “We are happy we have him for the rest of the season and we hate to lose him for next year.”

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Serrano family marks a century with specials BY KEVIN REAGAN GetOut Staff

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s Chandler’s oldest family-owned business, Serrano’s is older than the city itself. The city did not officially incorporate as a municipality until 1920. By then, Albert Serrano and his brother Luis had already been running their dry goods store for nearly a year. And they kept running and expanding their business for the next few decades — paving the way for their descendants to carry on the family name into the 21st century. While the first 60 years of the business was devoted to clothing and other dry goods, Ernie and Eva Serrano 40 years ago confronted a life-or-death business decision. And Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants was born. September marks two anniversaries for the six of Ernie and Eva Serrano’s eight children who run the five restau-

Six of Ernie and Eva Serrano’s eight children help run the five Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants. The siblings include, from left: Back: Lisa Serrano-Chavez, Stephanie Serrano, Lorraine Serrano, Carolyn Serrano and Theresa SerranoKeel; back: Bill Serrano, Ric Serrano and Ernie Serrano Jr. (Special to GSN)

rants — the original one in Chandler as well as two in Mesa and one each in

Tempe and Queen Creek. Not only are the Serrano siblings cel-

ebrating 40 years in the restaurant business serving authentic Mexican cuisine made from recipes handed down by their parents and grandparents, they also are marking 100 years as an enterprise, the longest continuing familyowned business in Chandler. “We’re very blessed to have been in business for 100 years,” said Ric Serrano, president and CEO of Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants, which employ about 200 employees at the five locations. Ernie’s father, Albert, had passed on his department stores down to his sons in 1959. Albert and Luis Serrano first moved to Chandler from Tucson in 1919 and opened the Popular Store with $10,000 worth of inventory. With the help of their brothers, they opened more locations in Casa Grande, Gilbert and Mesa and sold goods to the region’s many farm families. “There were times when the crops

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ilbert’s Hale Centre Theatre is presenting a musical written by a pair of stars in the world of entertainment and that drew kudos when it premiered on Broadway. “Bright Star” — written by comedy giant and acting giant Steve Martin with a score by recording star Edie Brickell — will be shown at various times through Oct. 5 at the Heritage Square landmark. Directed by Tim Dietlein with choreography by Cambrian James and music direction by Lincoln Wright, “Bright Star” was inspired by a true story tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. Hale producers Dave and Corrin Dietlein are excited about the show. “When we first saw this show, I was so moved and entertained, I turned to Cor-

“Bright Star,” now playing at the Hale Centre Theatre in Heritage Square, won critics’ kudos for his snappy dialogue and toe-tapping score by comedian Steve Martin and pop artist Edie Brickell. (Hale Theatre)

rin and said, ‘I think audiences are going to love this show. We have to put it into our season.’” Dietlein added, “This show is so full

of heart, romance, beautiful music and fully realized characters, I couldn’t turn it down. The show is cinematic by nature, flowing quickly from one setting to the

next.” When it premiered on Broadway in 2016, the New York Times praised the spirited music and comedic script. “The musical is gentle-spirited, not gaudy, and moves with an easygoing grace where others prance and strut.” The reviewer wrote. “And it tells a sentimentspritzed story — of lives torn apart and made whole again — that you might be more likely to encounter in black and white, flickering from your flat-screen on Turner Classic Movies.” “The songs boast simple but seductive melodies, and lyrics that have a sweet, homespun quality,” the review continued. “They range from heartache-perfumed ballads and yearning love duets to energetic hootenannies.” It was nominated for 5 Tony Awards and won the 2016 Drama Desk award for

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Taco Fest in Chandler promises ‘experience’ BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI GET OUT Editor

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ockin’ Taco Street Fest producer Landon Evans promises an “experience” for guests at his event, one that goes beyond the traditional Mexican dish. “We have a bit of something for everyone whether it’s shopping, refreshing drinks, food aficionados, great entertainment and the list keeps going,” Evans said. The taco party is Saturday, Sept. 14, at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, which play host to Taco Guild, Someburros, Chronic Tacos, Taco Chiwas, Mr. Mesquite, Elmer’s Tacos, Modern Tortilla, United Lunchadores, Nandos, Superfarm Supertruck, Honey Bears BBQ, Las Palmas Cantina, Ghett Yo Taco, International Truck of Tacos, Willie’s Taco Joint and Drive Wood Fired Grill. In addition to food – which includes vegetarian as well as dessert tacos – guests will enjoy wrestling, car shows, live music, fresh fruit frescas, mariachis, beer Micheladas, margaritas and eating competitions. “The Rockin’ Taco Street Fest is one of our most popular signature events that we produce,” said Evans, who owns HDE Agency. “We strive to build our community-style events to be the best Arizona has to offer with activations that enhance the attendees’ experience. We look to reach 15,000 at this year’s celebration.” Music plays a large part in the Rockin’ Taco Street Fest, with La Misa Negra, BSide Players and Evil Waze: The Ultimate

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might not have been good and so credit was extended to the farmers who might have had a bad year and sometimes they would wait up to a year to get paid,” Ernie Serrano Jr. said in an oral history that was recorded in 2005. By the 1970s, indoor malls started sprouting up around the Valley and the Serranos found it difficult to compete. As their stores started to close, the family thought they could try selling a different type of service. Mealtime had always been important in the Serrano home, Ric said. He and his seven siblings would spend hours around the dinner table, laughing and joking with each other. If they could replicate that family atmosphere in a business setting, then

A.J., Chandler Park in downtown Chandler will be transformed next Saturday into a place where people can load up on tacos and listen to some great bands. (Special to GSN)

Santana Experience hitting the stage. Besides more musical acts, Evans expanded the car show, which will go beyond low riders to showcase all custom cars. Cocktails will be available for those who want a little “show” with their drinks. “We’ll have Las Palmas Cantina Margarita Hut with ‘flair’ bartending,” Evans said. “The bartender will flip bottles and be more interactive.” Guests will also experience mariachi performances, a piñata party and Lucha Libre VOS wrestling at the event sponsored

by El Jimador Tequila, Corona, Deep Eddy Vodka, Food City and Bashas’. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Junior Achievement of Arizona, an organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future, and make smart academic and economic choices. Evans is looking forward to another successful event. “I think it’s a culturally sound event and who doesn’t love tacos?” Evans said.

maybe this new venture could work. So, the Serranos took a chance by opening a restaurant, despite not having any experience in the food industry. But Eva knew how to cook and Ernie knew how to manage the books. In addition, the Serranos were already known in the community and had developed loyal customers through their department stores. “The same people that they were selling jeans and shirts and ties and shoes to, came to them to try out their Mexican food,” Ric Serrano said. They officially opened La Casa Serrano in December 1979. Ric said his parents worked long hours in the beginning — sometimes not closing until 1 a.m. and returning to open again at 8 a.m. When the Serranos decided to open a

second location in Tempe, Ric decided to forgo his golfing career and help his parents manage the new restaurant. The Tempe restaurant experimented by offering a special bean dip alongside the standard chips and salsa. It was a decision that turned out to be a successful one. “It was such a hit that it became something that we’re known for and people remember us for the bean dip,” Ric Serrano said. More restaurants would follow, but not all would endure. The family decided to close its breakfast eatery, Brunchies, in 2016 after several years of operation. Control over the business formally changed hands after Ernie Serrano passed away in 2009 at the age of 79. His wife died in 2017. Ric said he thinks his parents would be

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What: Rockin’ Taco Street Fest When: Noon to 9 p.m. Saturday, September 14 Where: Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, 178 E. Commonwealth Avenue, Chandler Info: rockintacoaz.com Tickets: $12 general admission; $99 VIP Kids 12 and younger are admitted free.

proud to see so many of their children getting along and running the business together. But his father was always the most ambitious member of the family and liked taking risks. “I think that if he was still around, maybe we’d have more restaurants,” Ric said. “He liked a good deal.” The Serranos continue to adapt and change to the trends of the restaurant industry. Food can be ordered and delivered through Uber, the restaurants offer catering services and the Serrano family salsa can be bought online. The times have changed, but Ric Serrano said the business is still rooted in three words: faith, family and food. They made the uncommon decision in 2012 to close all its locations on Sunday

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— one of their busiest days — in order to give employees a break on the weekend. More recently, the restaurants have begun holding a device-free night on Thursdays, where patrons are encouraged to put down their phones and start a conversation. To further encourage talking, they leave a booklet of conversation starters at every table. “People are looking for a reason to put them down,” Ric said. “Everyone just needs a little encouragement to set them down for a little bit.” In honor of the centennial, the Serranos will be selling a sampler special for $10 throughout September. The dish includes green and red chili beef, shredded chicken, machaca, tortilla, rice and beans. Throughout the month, all five Serrano’s restaurants are accepting donations of children’s books and teddy bears to benefit the W. Steven Martin 911 Toy Drive. Over 34 years, the drive has generated 6 million gifts which first responders have donated to more than 1 mil-

Ernie and Eva Serrano made a bold decision 40 years ago when they switched from selling dry goods to operating a restaurant. (Special to GetOut)

lion needy kids. For every donation made at one of its restaurants, Serranos will give the customer a voucher for a scoop of free fried ice cream at any Serrano’s location. On Sept. 19, the Chandler Serrano’s at location 141. S. Arizona Ave. will host a fiesta celebration with raffle prizes and activities for children. At that celebration, Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke and

several other East Valley officials will compete at 7 p.m. in a taco-eating contest for charity. Specials the week of Sept, 16 are: Sept. 16, $1 margaritas; Sept. 17, $1 tacos; Sept. 18, $1 Hump Day Heavenly Bites; Sept. 19, $1 shredded beef or chicken taco, rice and beans entrée; Sept. 20, $1 fried ice cream; Sept. 21, $1 draft Mexican beer. Information: serranosAZ.com

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outstanding music and the Outer Critics Circle Award for outstanding new Broadway musical. The cast features Heidi-Liz Johnson as Alice Murphy and Cameron Rollins as Jimmy Ray Dobbs. Also starring are Taylor Hudson as Mayor Josiah Dobbs, Allan DeWitt as Billy Cane, Amanda Glenn as Margo Crawford, Tom Killam as Daddy Cane, Mary Jane McCloskey as Mama Murphy, Brandon Zale as Daddy Murphy, Abbi Cavanaugh as Lucy Grant and JT Ziervogel as Daryl Ames. Tickets are $40 for adults and $22 for ages 5-17 and can be purchased online at HaleTheatreArizona.com, at 480-4971181, or at the box office, 50 West Page Ave. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday with Saturday and some Friday matinees at 4 p.m.

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Kiana Ledé ready to be headliner at home BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI GET OUT Editor

Phoenix native Kiana Ledé played The Van Buren last Halloween, opening for British vocal powerhouse Jessie J. But now, the Mountain Pointe High School graduate is headlining the Marquee Theatre in Tempe and couldn’t be any prouder. “I’m so excited. I can’t wait,” Ledé said quietly. “Hometown shows are, of course, important. They’re like a talent show when you’re a kid. I get the chance to show my friends and family what I’ve been working on this entire time in Los Angeles.” Born to a Mexican and Native American mother and an African American and Native American father, Ledé said she started singing right after learning the ABCs at 15 months old. She made her TV debut on “The Today Show” and performed during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2012. Ledé has been living in California since she left Mountain Pointe at age 16. Ledé was first known for her reimagining of Drake’s “Hotline Bling,” which amassed 40 million cumulative plays, and her “One Dance x Needed Me Mash Up” clocked over 3.6 million Spotify streams and soared to No. 1 on Spotify’s coveted Global Viral Chart. To date, her YouTube channel has generated 50 million-plus views and counting. Her single “Big Spender” from the film “Fifty Shades Freed” generated over 8 million streams on Spotify. Recently, she released the EP “Myself,” and previously performed on North American stages with Ro James and Jessie J. In addition to music, she was a co-star on Rev Run’s new Netflix series “All About The Washingtons” and starred in season two of MTV’s hit show “Scream.” Recently, Vevo named Ledé, along with AJ Mitchell, a 2019 LIFT act, which connects up-and-coming artists to audiences around the globe through video content. “We’re proud to welcome Kiana Ledé and AJ Mitchell to the 2019 LIFT program,” said JP Evangelista, Vevo’s senior vice president of content, programming and marketing. “Both artists are rising stars who have the potential to make a true mark

on the music industry. We look forward to showing the world their individual talents. LIFT plays a big part in our commitment to artist development, so it’s great to expand our 2019 roster. We’ve been working with both Kiana and AJ for some time now, and helping them grow their audiences on our platform is truly rewarding.” Ledé is doing fine. She’s headlining shows, which, she boasts, feature “lots of energy and twerking.” She’ll also offer a sneak peek into a super-secret solo project that she didn’t feel comfortable chatting about. The six-song “Myself” features her latest release “Can I,” whose accompanying video garnered over 800,000 YouTube/VEVO views and Spotify streams. The EP shows off Ledé’s diversity. Her powerful vocals accompany the emotional ballad “Heavy,” and she trades bars with rapper Offset during the high-energy single “Bouncin’.” “It was pretty easy for me to write all the songs myself,” she said about “Myself.” “All the music I write is based on personal experiences. It’s like therapy. It’s very therapeutic. I can’t survive without doing it. I’m a very open person. I’ll share anything. It’s exhausting to be that type of person.” She started “Selfless” after she ended a relationship so she could learn more about herself and experience Los Angeles. “I could only do that fully independently,” she said. “I used to be the type of person who learned about myself based on what other people say. They would tell me if I was good this way or that way. Now, I can say — after spending time with myself — I’m a very energetic, loyal, really stubborn, competitive with myself and I’m very hard on myself. “I’m also the biggest cheerleader. When my friends do anything, I’m there for them. I’m the one screaming the loudest for whatever it is.” As a teen, Ledé had her own set of cheerleaders, who included Bobb Cooper with Valley Youth Theatre. “Bobb is such a smiley, happy guy,” she said. “Even in my serious moments in life as a kid, I felt comfortable around him. Everything was OK when I was with him.”

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Public Notices

Public Notices

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF MARICOPA No. PB2019-092223 In the Matter of the Estate of: KIM MARIE McCAFFERTY Deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN that Saundra L Hughes has been appointed as the personal representative of the estate of KIM MARIE McCAFFERTY. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of the notice or within sixty (60) days after mailing or other delivery of this notice, whichever is later, or the claims will be forever barred. See A.R.S 14-3303 and 143308. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the personal representative at the address below. Saundra L Hughes 995 E Runaway Bay Place Chandler AZ 85249 PUBLISHED: East Valley Tribune, Sept 1, 8, 15, 22, 2019 / 23140

City of Mesa Public Notice

Advertisement of Sale NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to the Arizona Self-Service Storage Act, Arizona Statutes 33-1704, Section H, Enforcement of Lien. The Undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on or after September 20, 2019 at 9:00am using an online auction at www.storagetreasures.com, said property has been stored and located at US 60 Self Storage, 1661 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 102, Mesa, AZ 85210. Property to be sold as follows: Misc. household goods, personal items, furniture, clothing, toys and/or business fixtures and items belonging to the following: Tenant NameUnit # Chloe Barjona 750 Crystal Romero 200 Lilia Preciado 316 James Johnson 128 Amber Bartos 706 Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Items sold “as is”, CASH ONLY, and Buyer must pay a security deposit and broom sweep/clean the unit. Go to www.storagetreasures.com to bid on unit(s). Publish: East Valley Tribune Sept 1, 8, 2019 / 23246 SMALL CLAIMS PUBLICATIONS SUMMONS AND NOTICE Case No 19SC563 STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, SHAWANO COUNTY Plaintiff(s) HEIGHTS FINANCE 2605 W College Ave, 2605 W College Ave, Appleton WI 54914. Defendant(s) Noel Joy & Eric Johnson 164 N. 74th St. #2071, Mesa, AZ 85207 Publication Summons and Notice of Filing TO THE PERSON(S) NAMED ABOVE AS DEFENDANT(S): You are being sued by the person(s) named above as Plaintiff(s). A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above. The lawsuit will be heard in the following Small Claims court: Shawano County Courthouse Telephone Number of Clerk of Court: 715-526-9347 Courtroom/Room Number: 311 North Main St, Shawano State Wi Zip 54166 on the following date and time: Date: 9/30/19 Time: 1:00 p.m. If you do not attend the hearing, the court may enter a judgment against you in favor of the person(s) suing you. A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. You may have the option to Answer without appearing in court on the court date by filing a written Answer with the clerk of court before the court date. You must send a copy of your Answer to the Plaintiff{s) named above at their address. You may contact the clerk of court at the telephone number above to determine if there are other methods to answer a Small Claims complaint in that county. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 715-526-9347 at least 10 working days prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. Signature of Plaintiff/Attorney Wendy Ganzen Date: 8/23/19 920-733-1264 Published: East Valley Tribune, Sept 1, 2019 / 23134

City of Mesa FY 2018-19 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) Notice of 15-Day Public Comment Period September 9, 2019 – September 23, 2019 Date of Publication: September 8, 2019 Raymond Thimesch, Housing & Revitalization Administrator City of Mesa 20 East Main Street, Suite 250 Mail Stop 9870 P.O. Box 1466 Mesa, AZ 85211-1466 480-644-3024 Notice of 15-Day Public Review Period for the City of Mesa’s FY 2018/2019 Annual Performance Report (CAPER) A 15-day public comment period regarding the City’s draft Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) will begin on Monday, September 9, 2019 and end on Monday, September 23, 2019. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires the City of Mesa to submit an annual report describing its performance using federal and other resources to meet priorit-

ies and objectives set for in the City’s 2015-2019 Conso Annual Action Plan. This report provides a review of ac Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOM (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) progra low and moderate income, homeless, elderly, and dis munity during the 2018-2019 fiscal year. A printed copy of the CAPER will be available for review beginning on Monday, September 9, 2019 and can be found at the City of Mesa’s Housing and Community Development Department located at 20 East Main Street, Suite 250, Mesa, AZ, 85211-1466. An electronic copy of the CAPER will also be available for review at the same time and may be found on the City’s Housing and Revitalization website at: https://www.mesaaz.gov/residents/communitydevelopment Comments regarding the City’s draft CAPER may be submitted by the general public. Comments should be submitted by mail or hand delivery to: The City of Mesa, Housing and Revitalization Division, Attn: Raymond Thimesch, Housing & Revitalization Administrator, 20 East Main Street, Suite 250 – Mail Stop 9870, P.O. Box 1466, Mesa, AZ 852111466; or, by e-mail to CommunityRevitalization@mesaaz.gov . All comments must be received no later than 11:59 pm on Monday, September 23, 2019 to be considered. Published: East Valley Tribune, Sept. 8, 2019 / 23545

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