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Homicide rate is rising quickly in Mesa BY TOM SCANLON Tribune Managing Editor

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common factor in Mesa as it heads for a record year of homicides: Arguments ending in gunshots. On the morning of June 27, 28-year-old Michael Gonzalez and 27-year-old Stevie Jones had a verbal altercation on Main Street near Stapley Drive, a few blocks from downtown. Jones went back to room No. 107 of the Frontier Motel and told his girlfriend about the argument. When he saw Gonzalez apparently trying to get into the room through a

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window, Jones allegedly �ired at him. Police say Jones then jumped through the window, chased Gonzalez down and shot him repeatedly, leaving him bleeding and lifeless in the parking lot. By the time police arrested Jones, Gonzalez had become the 18th murder victim so far this year in Mesa. Last year, 24 people were murdered in Mesa – eight in the �irst six months of the year. Through the �irst half of 2021, Gonzalez and the other 17 people killed in the city represented a 125 percent increase in homicides over the number that occurred in the

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Tim Boyle, a Mesa architect and city Planning and Zoning Board member, is helping the new owner of the famed Buckhorn Baths in Mesa ready the property for a massive overhaul – and some new construction. See the story on page 4. (Pablo Robles/Tribune Staff Photographer)

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New Mesa schools dress code coming BY TOM SCANLON Tribune Managing Editor

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�irst six months of last year. As many people have been murdered in Mesa through half of 2021 as in all of 1991. In the last 30 years, the low number of murders in Mesa was eight, in 1993; in 2005, 30 people were killed, the most in the city in that 30-year period. Murders had been on the decline, falling to 11 in 2019 before last year’s spike; the 24 killed last year was the highest number since 26 were slain in 2006. From 2010 to 2019, the average number

s they begin a new school year next month, Mesa Public Schools students likely will have to abide by a new dress code. The goal: “To ignite a culture of learning and well-being.” The MPS Governing Board was presented a draft of a new policy and new regulations covering student dress last month and are poised to vote on them Tues-

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day, July 13. Presenters told the board 90 percent of dress code violators are girls and that they hope the policy will give clear directions on what is prohibited in order to reduce violations – and resulting missed class time. Board member Lara Ellingson told presenters she wanted to clear up some misconceptions she heard from the public, especially that the general policy was available to the public before the board’s June 22 meeting, but not the more speci�ic regulations.

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Neighborhood Ventures plans a “crowdfunding flip”: Using money raised online to convert the American Inn on Country Club Drive near Highway 60 into apartments. (Special to the Tribune)

‘Crowdfund’ looks to �lip Mesa hotel into apartments BY TOM SCANLON Tribune Managing Editor

n investment group is trying to “�lip” a downtown hotel into an apartment complex. The Neighborhood Ventures group has two interesting twists: 1) the group is raising money via “crowdfunding”; and 2) before the hotel rooms become longterm apartment rentals, the plan is to have an interim with nightly rentals via Airbnb. Neighborhood Ventures is planning to convert the American Inn & Suites Mesa at 1410 S Country Club Drive, a half-block north of Highway 60. The project was announced to Neighborhood Ventures investors at 9 a.m. July 1; by 4:15 p.m., 52 investors pledged a total of $270,000. And, according to company spokesperson Elaina Verhoff, by the next day, 84 investors agreed to front $825,000. Within a week, 131 investors agreed to kick in a total of $1.3 million – more than halfway to Neighborhood Ventures’ goal of $2 million. In a press release, Verhoff noted Mesa is one of the top 10 American cities in terms of population growth: “A proliferation of jobs, remote work opportunities, and

quality of life may draw them in, but once new residents arrive, they need a place to live. And housing is in short supply.” Enter Neighborhood Ventures’ hotel �lip idea. Founded four years ago, Neighborhood Ventures offers local investments in multifamily real estate to both accredited and non-accredited investors. Turning the low-budget motel into a 120-unit complex called Venture on Country Club “is right in our wheelhouse even though it may look a little different at �irst glance,” said John Kobierowski, Neighborhood Ventures co-founder. “We are acquiring the property at a low price and repositioning the asset through renovation and improved operations, with a goal of stabilizing the asset so it generates consistent cash �low.” While the ultimate goal is to �ix-andresell at a hearty pro�it, he insisted, “In the process, we’re hoping to improve the neighborhood and add functional housing to a market that needs it.” Neighborhood Ventures plans to have the property reclassi�ied to operate as 120 apartment units. In an interim period, the company will upgrade all units – 35 studios, 73 onebedroom, one-bath units and 12 two-bedroom, two-bath units – with new furni-

ture, �looring, paint, and appliances, then rent them out as upscale Airbnb units. “After purchasing and renovating the property, we expect to operate the upgraded units as short-term rentals for 6 months to one year,” Neighborhood Ventures CEO Jamison Manwaring said. “Once we complete rezoning, we’ll �ind long-term tenants and plan to position the property for sale.” The Tribune asked if the company has reached out to residents in the American Inn neighborhood about the plan. “Neighborhood Ventures is looking forward to getting feedback from neighbors as part of the zoning process and working with the community to improve the neighborhood by upgrading the property,” Verhoff said. “Outreach hasn’t yet happened, as Neighborhood Ventures had to move quickly to buy the property– they are in escrow now and will be closing in the next 30 days,” she added. According to Verhoff, over the past few years, Neighborhood Ventures has “helped to improve the surrounding communities of investment properties through their renovations – all while giving Arizona residents of all income levels the opportunity to invest in commercial real estate.” ■

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Famed Buckhorn Baths may come back to life BY JIM WALSH Tribune Contributor

esa’s historic Buckhorn Baths may soon get a new life by dusting off its original purpose and adding some trendy new ones. Decades of decay would be erased through renovations that restore the steaming hot mineral baths and the quirky “Wildlife Museum’’ at Main Street and Recker Road. A boutique hotel would open, restoring Buckhorn’s original mission of soothing the sore muscles of achy guests. A collapsed wall inside a well would be repaired, untapping the 112-degree mineral water that Ted Sliger accidentally found on his then remote property in 1939 –when he and his wife Alice were operating a desert trading post and tired of trucking in water. But pro�its are needed to make this retro-dream a reality – the kind that can be garnered by building at least 200 luxury townhouses, with three bedrooms, 1,300 square feet and two car garages. “I think it’s an incredible idea. It would serve so many purposes,’’ said Councilwoman Julie Spilsbury, who represents the central-east Mesa district. She said she likes the concept of not only preserving history, but addressing a longtime eyesore that some of her constituents have complained about. “It would be amazing. That would bring up the value of everything around it,’’ Spilsbury said.

Even though it has deteriorated over time, the essentials of the Buckhorn Baths can still be saved, its new owner’s representatives say. (Pablo Robles/Tribune Staff Photographer)

Spilsbury toured the property and said she understands its historic value. “It’s an eyesore, but there is another story,’’ Spilsbury said. “I can’t wait to see what happens.’’ The other story is an important part of Mesa’s history, so important that Mesa voters authorized buying the property through a bond issue. But the sale never was completed. Buckhorn was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. It harkens back not only to Mesa’s Wild West past, but also touches on its history of hospitality. It played a critical role in the formation of the Cactus League, with New York Giants owner Horace Stoneham sending his veteran players out to baths before spring training began, starting in 1947, in hopes of avoiding injuries. No formal plans have been �iled with the city but the new owner, Ajay Verma, who formerly lived in Mesa, In its heyday, the Buckhorn Baths was a destination place for early spring has taken baseball players and Mesa tourists and the then owners, Ted and Alice control of the Sliger promoted it to visitors. (Courtesy of Vic Linhoff/ Mesa Preservation property, purFoundation) chasing it for

get bulldozed to create room for the townhouses on the remaining 11-12 acres. While most of the site is zoned for multifamily housing, some minor rezoning may be necessary along Main Street to accommodate the most units possible, Boyle said. He hopes to have a “pre-submittal’’ proposal available for the Planning and Zoning Department’s review soon. Boyle, a frequent critic of unimaginative architecture, acknowledges his challenging mission with the unique Buckhorn property. “When it’s all done, we hope it all blends together,’ Boyle said. He envisions a focus around a historic theme that may include rooms named after the famous players who stayed there or internal roads named after Giants legends Willie Mays and Gaylord Perry. After becoming involved in the project, Boyle immediately brought in an expert to help him, Ron Peters, a Mesa architect who specializes in historic preservation. Peters prepared Buckhorn’s application for the National Register of Historic Places in 2005 and also authored a book about Buckhorn with Vic Linoff, president of the Mesa Preservation Foundation. Linoff said the baths closed in 1999, while the motel closed in 2007. Mesa residents demonstrated their commitment for historic preservation by passing a $70 million parks bond issue in 2012, which included at least $5 million to purchase and renovate Buckhorn Baths. Internal disagreements among the

about $3.8 million after it fell into receivership. Tim Boyle, a Mesa architect and Planning and Zoning Board member, said Verma understands the unique history of Buckhorn but also thinks it has great potential as a high-end development. “They are excited about bringing the museum back and the potential for the spa,’’ Boyle said. “They have a commitment to Mesa and they have a commitment to quality.’’ Boyle, who is acting as Verma’s point man, said the 3 ½ to 4-acre museum and baths would be preserved and that the building is in surprisingly good shape. “It has good bones,’’ he said, even if it looks a bit grungy behind a chain-link �� BUCHORN �� 12 fence. “The water gives us a really unique element.’’ He said the museum would include not only the taxidermy, but a display on the Cactus League connection, making it a natural stop for fans in town for ballgames. But he said other small buildings built The walls of the Buckhorn Baths’ lobby were festooned with the to the west are preserved heads of animals. (Courtesy of Vic Linhoff/ Mesa Preservation too decayed for Foundation) repair and will

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“I want to make sure a boy can’t show up to Science class in a Speedo (tight bathing suit) and a girl in a bikini,” Ellingson said. Mike Rapier, principal of Poston Junior High and part of the committee that crafted the dress code proposal, acknowledged he heard a concern “about a no-dresscode dress code.” Such was not the case, he noted: “Regulations call for a top and bottom … and all private body parts must be covered.” The regulations also include language covering on the popular hooded sweatshirts called “hoodies.” “Headwear, including but not limited to hats, hoodies and bandanas are permitted in school buildings. All headwear must allow the ears and face to be visible and not interfere with the line of sight to any student or staff (except clothing/headwear worn for religious or medical purposes).” Lisa Cannon, principal of Falcon Hill Elementary, noted this could be a challenge, as teachers sometimes use “hat day” or “hoodie day” as incentives. And, she gave a reasonable excuse for hiding under a hoodie: Bad haircut. “They just want to hide for a week until that bad haircut grows out,” she said. The district’s general “student dress

and grooming standards” was adopted in 2006. Speci�ic regulations were put in place the same year, then updated in 2015. It was also updated last year to re�lect mask policies put in place during the pandemic. This is a major revision. “What we’re hoping to have brought to

you is a dress code that’s more modern and more permissive about also a good balance for our students’ health and success in school and our need to maintain that productive learning environment,” Kacey Gregson, the district’s general counsel, told the board. Board member Kiana Sears Lara Ellingson, a board member, asked if T-shirts with political views stressed, “The would be allowed; yes, she was told. (MPS) lens and perspective we’re principals that studied the current dress working on is bias … We have to go back code “through the lens of student learning and emphasize, ‘How do we keep kids and well-being as well as looking through learning and keeping the least amount of the lens of inclusivity,” Rapier said. disruption in our classrooms?’” “We wanted to make sure they felt incluShe said she was concerned about “kids sive and safe and come to school ready to being pulled out of classrooms for arbi- learn,” he added. trary judgements.” Ellingson asked about “political shirts – The board received a draft from a com�� DRESS �� 7 mittee of high school and elementary

directed to implement this policy by adopting student dress and grooming standards that, �irst, strike a reasonable balance between students’ personal choices and the District’s health and safety concerns and educational objectives and, second, are applied consistently among the District’s schools. “Each school principal, in consultation with his or her School Improvement Advisory Council (SIAC), is authorized to supplement the student dress and grooming standards adopted by the Superintendent as necessary to address speci�ic dress or grooming issues in the school. School administrators and teachers have the professional responsibility and the authority to require students to change their dress or grooming to comply with the District and school dress and grooming standards adopted pursuant to this policy.” The proposed new “dress and grooming” policy: “Mesa Public Schools supports dress

and grooming standards that further the District’s strategic goals of igniting a culture of learning and well-being and ensuring equitable educational access for all students. “The Governing Board expects that all students will dress in a manner that is appropriate for the school day or for any school-sponsored event while respecting that responsibility for student dress and grooming rests primarily with the student and their parents/guardians. A student’s appearance, including dress and grooming, must not disrupt the educational process, interfere with the maintenance of a positive teaching/learning environment, or compromise reasonable standards of health and safety. “Attire or grooming that depicts or advocates violence, criminal activity, pornography, the use of alcohol or drugs, or hate speech is strictly prohibited. Administrators, teachers, and other school personnel will share responsibility for enforcing the

Lisa Cannon, principal of Falcon Hill Elementary, demonstrated how sometimes students will wear hoodies to hide “a bad haircut.” (MPS)

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hile dress code regulations are more speci�ic, Mesa Public Schools has a general policy. The current MPS “dress and grooming” policy states: “The Governing Board recognizes that student dress and grooming are generally a matter of personal choices. At the same time, student dress and grooming standards affect the general health, safety and welfare of students and staff and directly contribute to the accomplishment of the District’s educational objectives. “These objectives include: Creating and maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment, Achieving District curriculum standards and objectives, Fostering school pride and student self-esteem, and Adhering to social norms in preparation for future education and employment opportunities. “The Superintendent is authorized and

District’s dress and grooming standards and shall have discretion, using the greatest degree of objectivity, to determine the appropriateness of student attire. “Dress and grooming standards shall be applied consistently and in a manner that does not reinforce or increase marginalization or repression of any group based on race, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, cultural observance, household income or body type/size. “Enforcement of these standards should focus on behavior that undermines the educational process more so than on student dress and should minimize the potential loss of educational time. The Superintendent shall develop administrative regulations to carry out this policy. “The regulations should give students the most choice possible in how they dress for school and any restrictions must be necessary to support the overall educational goals of the District.” ■

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how is that going to be handled?” “That’s a big question,” responded Gregson, the district attorney. She noted the U.S. Supreme Court has made speci�ic rulings on school dress codes, with the goal of “balancing First Amendment freedom of speech with a school’s obligation to maintain a safe environment. “Students have rights to express their political beliefs,” she added. “As a general matter, if a student wanted to wear a T-shirt promoting a speci�ic candidate, that would be allowed.” Lisa Edwards, a member of the public, demanded to have more speci�ics after reading the policy draft. “I did have a concern about hate speech. Who determines that? One group thinks something is hate speech, another group doesn’t. We need to be careful who determines that,” Edwards said. “You can’t decide one comment is racially charged, insensitive. It can’t be arbitrary.” Cameron Smith also asked for “more speci�icity.” Some key parts of the regulation, which was not available to the community until

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$44,000 or more! after the meeting, are: • “Students must wear clothing including a top and a bottom (such as pants, skirt, shorts or the equivalent), or a onepiece out�it (such as a dress or jumpsuit) and footwear as required by state law. • “Tops and one-piece out�its must be secured with a strap or straps at the shoulders or neck. Clothing must have material that covers the front, back and sides. • “Clothing fabric must cover all private body parts and/or undergarments and must not be see-through. • “Undergarment waistbands and/or bra straps that are incidentally visible under clothing are permitted; however, undergarments may not be worn as clothing. • “Clothing may not cover a student’s face to the extent that the student is not identi�iable (except clothing worn for health and safety, medical, or religious purposes.) • “Footwear such as shoes, sandals or boots shall be worn in the school buildings. Footwear must be both safe and nondestructive to school property. • “Reasonable variations from these requirements may be permitted by a building principal to accommodate student participation in approved activities such

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as for physical education classes (e.g., swimming), other student activities (e.g., student theatrical productions), or for schools where uniforms are required.” Among the prohibitions: “Students shall not be permitted to wear the following: “1. Any clothing, jewelry or personal items that advocate or promote violence or acts of terror. “2. Any clothing, jewelry or personal items with images or language depicting or advocating the use of alcohol, tobacco products, nicotine, sexual references, nudity, profanity, obscenity, unlawful use of weapons, and/or controlled or illegal drugs. “3. Any clothing, jewelry or personal items that use or depict hate speech or that target groups based on sex, age, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, marital status, parental status, homelessness, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender nonconformity, physical, mental, emotional or learning disability, or any other legallyprotected status or classi�ication. “4. Any clothing, jewelry or personal items that threaten the health or safety of any other student or staff member.” Information: mpsaz.org. ■

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of murders in the city was 17. Last year’s sharp rise was 41 percent above the average. The rise here re�lects a national trend. According to a recent article in the Guardian, “After decades of a primarily downward trend in the overall number of people killed, crime experts say they expect 2020 will mark the biggest singleyear national jump in homicides since national crime statistics began to be released in the 1960s.” With their department on high alert over the rising violence, Mesa police this week launched “Operation Summer Project 2021.” Mesa Police Chief Ken Cost is charging his force to go one step further than just responding to crimes. “We’re focusing on crime suppression,” said one of Cost’s lieutenants, Dom Sterllin. “We’re going to do a little bit of everything,” Sterlin stressed of this cross-division effort. “Our goal is to really go after those repeat offenders, the higher level of criminals.” For many of those charged with Mesa’s murders, handcuffs have been common accessories. Jones, for example, was convicted of a felony robbery charge in California in 2015 and was on probation. In another case, 41-year-old Aaron Wright was charged with killing one and injuring another when a March 2 drinking party went awry. Wright, who was also hospitalized after a shootout at a Rio Salado Parkway apartment across the street from Westwood High School, had previous convictions for possessing burglary tools and misconduct involving weapons. And Kenyada Bass, arrested for the shooting death in February near Alma School and Broadway roads, was previously locked up for larceny and robbery. Bass allegedly killed one and wounded another in a dispute over fake Air pods. Asked if there is a common theme in the city’s 18 murders to date, Sterlin said, “It’s hard to say it’s one speci�ic topic. There are domestic violence causes, drugs are certainly a factor. “That’s why we’re doing this all-encompassing, all hands on deck, to cast a wide net.” City still safe It’s not time for law-abiding residents

Mesa Police charged Stevie Jones with the city’s 18th homicide of 2021. Mesa is on pace for a record number of murders. (Special to the Tribune) to panic, Sterlin said. Indeed, as a recent Tribune story showed, Mesa is one of the safest of America’s mid-size cities. “I know Mesa’s still a safe place to live,” said Sterlin, who has been with the Mesa PD for 15 years. “Those homicide numbers were alarming. However, with the Mesa Police Department, our uptick overall is only 1 percent for Part 1 crimes.” The Part 1 category includes murder, manslaughter, sex offenses, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft and arson. The sharp rise in murders is hardly an only-in-Mesa problem. “That’s nationwide,” Sterlin said. “We’re trying to get ahead of this.” Enter Operation Summer Project. “This project aims to reduce violent crime through enforcement, education

After falling from highs 20 years ago, the number of homicides spiked since the pandemic. (Special to the Tribune) and critical analysis of victimology, repeat offenders and environmental factors that contribute to the commission of violent crime,” a press release noted. Det. Brandi George stressed it’s not just murders that are going up. Aggravated assaults are also on the rise. In May 2020, 78 aggravated assaults were reported; this May, that number jumped 32 percent to 103. Though the numbers were lower, there were double-digit increases in aggravated assaults in February and March, compared to last year. “The goal of OSP 2021 is to suppress violent crime in the city of Mesa and improve the quality of life and safety for our community,” George said. “To maintain transparency in our community, we will share summary reports with results during the operational period.” This project will last two to three months, and include of�icers working in patrol, traf�ic, gangs and narcotics units. “Of�icers will be focused on �inding

violent criminal probationers, top violent crime offenders and known subjects with warrants in high-density violent crime areas,” George said, adding: “By conducting concentrated police work and through a strong community partnership, we will reduce violent crime and promote the safety and well-being of all residents in the City of Mesa.” Operation Summer Project is not a People with information about violent crime, are asked to call Mesa Police at 480-644-2211 or Silent Witness at 480-W-I-T-N-E-S-S, 480-948-6377, or 480-T-E-S-T-I-G-O for Spanish speaking.

sneak attack, but a publicized promise to track down repeat offenders before they harm again. “If you’re committing violent crime, our chief says, ‘We’re going to come out

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A map shows most of Mesa’s aggravated assaults this year are concentrated on the west side of the city. (Special to the Tribune)

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Legislature nukes school mask mandates

BY PAUL MARYNIAK Tribune Executive Editor

he �lashpoint for perhaps the longest-running controversy throughout the 2020-21 school year in Mesa – mandatory face masks on campuses – was obliterated last month when the Republican majority in the Legislature quietly outlawed such mandates. The measure “prohibits a county, city, town, school district governing board or charter school governing body from requiring students or staff use face coverings during school hours and on school property.” That means districts not only are forbidden from requiring students and staff to wear masks in classrooms but also cannot require them for visitors to schools or citizens attending governing board meetings. Nothing prevents parents from making their own child wear a mask in school. The ban also deprives districts of a tool many relied on to help reduce COVID-19 transmission levels in the community as well as protect students and staff. And it comes as the more contagious Delta variant of COVID-19 looms as a threat. Heidi Vega, spokeswoman for the Arizona School Boards Association, said, “As far as the ban on masks, we think the biggest thing to emphasize is that now with variants causing concerns, it will be on the Legislature to deal with the debate over masks. “Districts and school boards are now powerless to implement any mask mea-

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where you are and we’re going to arrest you,’” Sterlin said. But since the police launched the program, murders have continued. The night of Tuesday, July 6, police received a “possible shooting” call and responded to 2055 E. Broadway Road, just east of South Gilbert Road. Of�icers found three victims with gunshot wounds inside an apartment. Two died. One of the victims was 16 years old and the other was 18 years old. While an investigation is in its preliminary phases, the killings bring the number of homicides this year to 20. ■

“And that’s unacceptable,” she said. “In fact, it’s reprehensible.” Correa said adolescents who contract COVID-19 have a higher hospitalization rate. “Arizona legislators should be more concerned about protecting public health and safety, not scoring political points and appeasing their base by making bad decisions,” he said. The ban is one of dozens of special measures were tacked on without any hearing to the state budget bill passed by the Legislature and signed by Gov. Doug Ducey June 30. Although the Centers for Disease Control on July 9 said vaccinated students and teachers do not need masks in schools, Condemning the Legislature’s ban on mask mandates during a press conference last week the Legislature forbids districts as well as were, clockwise from upper right, Dr. Cadey Harrel, family physician in Tucson and the Arizo- universities and colleges from requiring na State Lead for the Committee to Protect Health Care; Dr. Ricardo Correa, an endocrinol- COVID-19 vaccinations or masks for inogist in Phoenix; and Dr. Elizabeth Jacobs, professor of epidemiology. (Special to the Tribune) classroom instruction. Mesa Public Schools made masks optionsures without the legislature say so even they made sure that that was put into the al May 3 but prior to that, the Governing if the CDC recommends. This will cause budget reconciliation bill and now districts Board at numerous meetings heard from problems in the fall with the Legislature and parents are going to have to live with it.” opponents and proponents of the mandate. Three medical professionals – Dr. Cadey Parents and even students were divided out of session,” Vega added. Harrel, family physician in Tucson and the over the requirement and some board While the measure does not proscribe penalties for entities that violate the ban Arizona State Lead for the Committee to members were troubled by the commuon mask mandates, it was denounced by Protect Health Care; Dr. Ricardo Correa, nity’s polarization around the issue. MPS board members did not reply to a former state health director Will Humble, an endocrinologist in Phoenix; and Dr. executive director for the Arizona Public Elizabeth Jacobs, professor of epidemiol- Tribune request for comment on the LegHealth Association, who called the mea- ogy – held a press conference last week to islature’s action last month. condemn the ban on mask mandates. MPS spokeswoman Heidi Hurst released sure “stupid.” Noting there are about 610,000 children a statement that said, “The district is con“It’s harmful, it’s ill-advised. They know it’s harmful – they being (state health) di- under 12 in Arizona who are not eligible �ident in its classroom-by-classroom and rector Cara Christ and Governor Ducey. for a vaccine, Harrell said “the Legisla�� MASKS �� 11 They wanted to �lex their muscles and so ture’s decision puts them in harm’s way.”

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school-by-school strategies to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.” After Gov. Doug Ducey in April gave districts the option to decide a mask policy, Superintendent Dr. Andi Fourlis initially said MPS’s mandate would remain in force, but within about a week changed her mind and made face coverings optional. She quali�ied her decision at the time by saying masks would be optional if county health department virus data showed low transmission levels in the community. At the April 27 board meeting, multiple teachers expressed outrage over the change, stating they were baf�led it came in the �inal stretch of the school year. The mask mandate ban was sponsored by Kingman Republican Rep. and dentist Regina Cobb, who represents the district that includes Lake Havasu. According to Today’s News-Herald Havasu News, Cobb and the rest of that district’s delegation had lobbied Lake Havasu of�icials to lift their mask requirement as early as last September, although it is unclear if they had also joined parents pressing the school board to lifting its mandate, which expired at the end of the school year. Cobb and her two district colleagues also joined the Mohave County Board of Supervisors in sending a letter to the governor in May of last year that demanded he lift restrictions on businesses. Cobb also appeared before Kingman City Council to criticize its mask mandate in September, according to the Mohave Valley Daily News, which quoted her as telling of�icials: “I have heard from many local citizens of how divisive this proclamation has been to our community. This is a blanket violation of our constitutional rights and civil liberties.” The Legislature’s approval of the ban on mandates – which drew support from no Democratic representative or senator – comes at a time when vaccination rates are �lagging and when the more contagious Delta variant of COVID-19 has been spreading across Arizona and the rest of

cinated,” Humble said. “And K6-12 – the vaccination rates are pretty poor still and P�izer is so far the only one that can go below age 16.” “As a new school year b e g i n s , though, there are still risks with this virus and particularly because of Delta – it’s a lot easier to catch Republican State Rep. Regina Cobb, a Kingman dentist, sponsored the ban it,” he continon mask mandates. (Special to the Tribune) ued. “It’s danthe country. gerous in that it just spreads so much “Prohibiting schools from making mask easier but once you get it, it’s not worse mandates is foolhardy,” said LD18 Rep. than Alpha.” Mitzi Epstein, whose district includes a According to Jodie Snyder of Banner portion of Mesa. “The science shows that Health, “Virtually all hospitalized COVmasks reduce the spread of diseases, not ID-19 cases we are seeing now are youngjust COVID-19 but also er people who have other illnesses that not been vaccinatare contagious via ed. The COVID-19 Prohibiting schools from respiratory dropvaccine is safe and making mask mandates is lets, like the �lu,” she it works. foolhardy. The science added, contending “We encourshows that masks reduce “there is a noisy age anyone who is minority who want eligible to get the the spread of diseases, not no mandates about vaccine as soon as just COVID-19 but also other face coverings – not illnesses that are contagious via possible. The highly anywhere.” contagious Delta respiratory droplets, like the flu. variant is spreading Humble said that LD18 Rep. Mitzi Epstein people who need in our community. to worry about that The COVID vaccine variant – which some will protect you and experts said appears to trigger more seri- will help keep severity low for those who ous cases of COVID-19 infection and most may get a breakthrough case. We recomhospitalizations – are those who have not mend continuing to wear a mask in indoor been vaccinated. settings where large numbers of people And that includes most K-12 students, are gathering.” especially those in lower grades who have The Arizona Department of Health Sernot been cleared by the Food and Drug Ad- vices said 49.6 percent of all eligible Arizoministration to get COVID shots. nans had received at least one dose of the “The K-5 kids – none of them will be vac- vaccine. When considering only those age

18 and older, the number in Arizona rose to 62.2 percent, according to an analysis from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That was good for 29th place among states and the District of Columbia. Maricopa County data released last week show only 44.8 percent of all eligible Mesa residents are fully vaccinated and 50.3 percent have received one shot. Some Mesa ZIP codes are well below those percentages, particularly 85203 with 37.5 percent full vaccinated and 85210 with 35.4 percent. Mesa’s 85215 has the highest rate of fully vaccinated people with 61.4 percent. County data also show the COVID-19 transmission level within MPS boundaries is classi�ied as “substantial” with 54 cases per 100,000 people and 9.3 percent positive new test results. Humble said the mask mandate ban had been in the works for days and condemned state Department of Health Services Director Cara Christ for keeping silent. DHS did not respond to a request for comment. He also rapped Ducey for approving the measure. “From a public health point of view and local control point of view, it’s also hypocritical because he keeps saying he’s in favor of school choice. Well, this de�initely takes away choice from parents. There’s no district in the whole state where they can take their kid – especially one who is immunocompromised – that’s going to have assurances that the faculty and students are going to be wearing masks.” As for what happens if there is a time when virus spread levels, Epstein said districts have lost a valuable tool for protecting not just those on campus but the broader community. “It is possible that many more children could end up with only distance-learning as an option because of this regrettable law,” she said. “It is the opposite of choices in schools. It is the opposite of local control. Most importantly, it is the opposite of safeguarding public health, the health of our children.” Tribune Managing Editor Tom Scanlon contributed to this report. ■

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The Sligers bought the land for Buckhorn in 1936 and built the one- of- a- kind resort as a lifetime labor of love, using a Pueblo Revival style of architecture during an 11-year period, �inishing in about 1947, according to Peters’ application. The Wildlife Museum once featured more than 400 pieces of taxidermy, much of which was donated by the previous owner to Arizona State University, but some remains behind. “Although the buildings are in need of minor repairs, their historic integrity is excellent and Buckhorn Baths stands as an excellent example of a regionallythemed tourist facility for the 1930s and 1940s,’’ Peters wrote. He said four additional wells were dug, giving the bathhouse the capability of serving 75 people a day as the resort expanded during the 1940s, when it was trendy for wealthy people to seek treatment at hot springs. “By building a spa and a motel in a native style and with materials indigenous to the region, the Sligers constructed a tourism environment with the romantic qualities and regional character necessary to attract patrons across the country,’’ according to the application. ■

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as the time come for sellers to get nervous? After months of riding the wave of low inventory, big demand and quick turnovers, sellers may be headed for a rude awakening, according the Cromford Report, which closely tracks the housing market in Maricopa and Pinal counties. It noted that more homes are coming on the market and that its own index for measuring the markets in Phoenix and 16 other nearby communities is trending away from a sellers’ market. But at the same time, many potential buyers may not �ind the new trend all that encouraging. Home prices are continuing to increase and Phoenix is now the nation’s leader in that category. Cromford noted that prices between April and May jumped by 3.29 percent, observing, “Phoenix is back on top of this table again, comfortably ahead of the national average, which was 2.09 percent.” Phoenix also topped the nation’s cities for year-over-year price increases. Between May 2020 and May 2021, home prices rose 22.3 percent. “Phoenix was top of this table for the 23rd consecutive month,” Cromford said. “The national average was 14.6 percent.” Realtor.com reported that nationwide, more homes were put on the market last month than in prior months this year, but it added, “prices continued to soar, reaching a new all-time high.” It also noted that low inventory persists despite more homes going on the market since “the overall number of homes for sale was down 43.1 percent from June of the previous year, when the nation was already in the throes of a housing shortage.” “The dearth of properties for sale boosted median list prices 12.7 percent year over year, to reach $385,000,” Realtor.com reported. Realtor.com senior economist George Ratiu observed “a shift away from an overheated market to a new normal.” “More homeowners are deciding to put their homes on the market, encouraged by vaccines, a stronger economy, and low mortgage rates,” Ratiu said. “What this means is buyers will have more choices at

more affordable prices.” “We’re going to see more homes come to the market as we move through the summer into the fall,” he added. “More �irst-time buyers will see much more approachable prices as the number of homes This 7,921-square-foot him on North Citrus Cove Circle in Mesa recently increases.” sold for $3.7 million. Built in 2015, it has five bedrooms, a theater room Cromford notwith electric recliners and resort-style backyard. (Tribune) ed that its index “When prices leap by over 35 percent, is decreasing in all 17 Valley submarkets. But with an index rating of 100 indicat- demand is suppressed and supply stimuing a balanced market and anything below lated.” Cromford said that while questions may that a buyers’ market, the index suggests arise as to when this downward trend will sellers still have more leverage. The lowest index reading among all 17 level out, “the honest answer is that noValley cities was 294 in Tempe. The rest one knows.” “Buyers are more cautious now than ranged from 344 in Paradise Valley to 639 in Avondale. Phoenix stood at 406 they were in 2005. Sellers’ normal �irst last week, Mesa at 416 and Gilbert at 426. reaction will be denial. Some will blame Chandler held the fourth highest market their agent," it added, predicting: “These sellers will probably be comindex rating with 477. “The number of active listings is increas- plaining that they are not getting the ing by roughly 300 per week,” Cromford viewings and offers their house deserves. “This is because they have so quickly said. “The number of showings is in decline and the number of contracts getting become accustomed to a frenzied market. signed is getting smaller as each week They will now need to get re-adjusted. The market still favors sellers, but buyers will goes by.” “All this makes sense,” it continued. start to gain a little more respect.” Yet, it warns, “It is still very hard work buying a home, but it should by now be obvious that this is not really due to strong demand; it is almost entirely due to the weakness of supply. “This means it is crucial to keep a close watch on how long the The North Citrus Cove Circle home's stunning backyard has a basketball new listings court and gravity-edge pool, among other amenities. (Special to the Tribune) trend lasts and

how much inventory starts to build.” Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors still sees an uptick in new listings continuing through the rest of this year and suggested that will slow the pace of home price increase. But other economists are warning that sellers might see their homes staying on the market longer, citing a 26 percent decrease in mortgage applications between December and April. That decline in applications “is now working its way through the sales numbers,” said Ian Shepherdson, chief economist at Pantheon Macroeconomics, in a research note. “Sales will soon hit bottom, given the �lattening in mortgage demand over the past couple months,” he said. The Mortgage Bankers Association reported mortgage applications dropped 17 percent between June 2020 and last month. “The average loan size for total purchase applications increased, indicating that �irst-time homebuyers, who typically get smaller loans, are likely getting squeezed out of the market due to the lack of entrylevel homes for sale,” said Mike Fratantoni, chief economist at the Mortgage Bankers Association. That prompted the �inance website MarketWatch.com to predict, “Now that mortgage rates are rising again, many home buyers could be pushed out of the market as purchasing a property becomes less and less affordable.” “The very factors that continue to push home prices higher are also limiting sales activity across the housing market,” MarketWatch said last week. “For many years following the Great Recession, home-building activity did not keep pace with the formation of households and population growth in this country. And now that millennials especially are buying homes in earnest, there simply isn’t enough inventory to go around. “New home construction, while at the highest pace in some time, can only make up for the shortfall so much,” it said, adding, “as mortgage rates begin to rise, affordability will become a more signi�icant barrier for many prospective buyers and force some households out of the market.” 

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wo long-time Valley traditions are returning this Veterans Day after missing a year due to COVID restrictions. The annual Phoenix Veterans Day Parade is scheduled to step off from Montebello and Central avenues at 11 a.m. Nov. 11 before an expected 45,000 spectators. And the East Valley Veterans Parade will be doing the same in Mesa. Although it’s a popular way to recognize and appreciate veterans, there’s more to the parade than spotlighting those who have served. The event has a therapeutic effect on participants suffering from PTSD and other service-related trauma, said Paula Pedene, director of the nonpro�it group that produces the Phoenix parade. “There is something about going down that route with the community out there

Veterans parades will be live this November cheering that changes lives,” said Pedene, a Scottsdale resident and Navy veteran. “We’ve had grand marshals tell us that the love they experience during the parade chases away their demons; It’s a healing experience.” Seven grand marshals will be selected this year for the Phoenix parade, representing American con�licts going back to World War II. The Phoenix parade began in 1997 as an outreach project of the Veterans Administration. Pedene worked for the VA at the time and was instrumental in putting together that �irst parade. She continued her involvement and in 2011 helped establish Honoring America’s Veterans, the nonpro�it that today funds and produces the parade. The focus

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Westwood High School Marching Band was one of the winners in the 2019 East Valley Veterans Parade. (Tribune file photo)

Speech therapy needs not always covered by insurance BY SYDNEY MACKIE Tribune Staff Writer

n Arizona today, head and neck practitioners, private companies and support groups continue to work tirelessly to serve uninsured people through speech therapy programs that enable these patients to communicate and live independently. They include people who have undergone a total laryngectomy, radiation treatment for head and neck cancer and those who stutter. But many patients cannot afford the recommended length of treatment, often leading to devastating results ranging in severity. “It’s really critical. I mean I could do a perfect surgery but if they don’t get therapy, they’ll never get their function back again,” said Dr. Savannah Weedman a specialist in microvascular plastic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery at Banner

Speech therapy is critical, Dr. Savannah Weedman says. (Special to the Tribune) MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert. This functionality includes “learning to speak again, how to swallow again, how to train muscles back if they’ve devel-

oped weakness and with certain types of cancer, training the nerves back,” Weedman explained. She said many insurance companies will pay for only a set number of appointments no matter how extensive treatment is deemed necessary, forcing them to choose between physical and speech therapy. In those cases, patients literally are choosing between being able to walk again or functionally talking and eating. The need for continued treatment is a costly reality. For example, David Kinkead, a member of the board of directors of the International Association of Laryngectomy, underwent a total laryngectomy procedure eight years ago. “To treat cancer of the larynx, they remove the larynx so we end up breathing through our necks,” he explained. “After most laryngectomies though, you are still

able to eat and drink normally, at least after a little while.” Often, the topic of postoperative care is brought up during group meetings and Kinkead has found that members often need the most support during the dif�icult and intense six-month period in which a laryngectomy patient requires a feeding tube and a full liquid diet. This assistance system was complicated during the COVID-19 health crisis, as sessions had to transition online. Nonetheless, Kinkead was able to �ind a silver lining despite this and the Arizona native was able to connect with laryngectomy survivors from England, Virginia and California. But Keri Winchester, the moderator of the MD Anderson branch of the Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer group for 18 years, found that en-

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Jobs nonpro�it christens new Mesa of�ice

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alley employment organization St. Joseph the Worker has of�icially marked its expansion into the East Valley. Although the nonpro�it’s Mesa of�ice of�icially opened last December, a ribbon cutting was postponed due to safety precautions. Representatives from the City of Mesa, Mesa United Way and Crescent Crown Distributing were among those in attendance. The of�ice, at 1833 E. Main St., allows St. Joseph the Worker to provide resources more ef�iciently to those in need. Executive Director Brent Downs explained, “The new location will give East Valley residents more direct access to St. Joseph the Worker and the employment opportunities we are able to provide, which is especially important right now. We encourage anyone looking for a job to come in and get connected.” Though the pandemic highlighted the need for employment assistance across the Valley, it particularly underscored the need for more access points to St. Joseph’s brand

of service, Downs said. It provides more than just job leads, including essential career change guidance and basic resources like work clothing and transportation to those who are struggling �inancially as they look for work. The nonpro�it also connects people with jobs by partnering with local businesses that need a workforce, connecting clients directly to job openings for which they can be hired immediately. Once a client secures a The staff at St. Joseph the Worker recently celebrated the opening of a Mesa office. (Special to the Tribune) job, they are encouraged to come back to the of�ice and ring the “Suc- disadvantaged individuals in their efforts on empowering the economically chalcess Bell” as a declaration of this important to become self-suf�icient through quality lenged, underemployed, and unemnew beginning. employment. ployed to transform their lives through St. Joseph the Worker then helps clients In 1988, volunteers from André House, employment. Last �iscal year, SJW succeed in those jobs by giving them the a shelter and soup-line, created SJW in re- reached over 5,000 individuals and tools needed to maintain employment. sponse to a plea from homeless individu- helped 2,412 disadvantaged job-seekers St. Joseph the Worker (SJW) is a pri- als receiving dinner in the park: “We want to rise above substantial barriers and bevately funded non-pro�it whose mission is jobs, but we don’t have the tools.” come gainfully employed. More informato assist homeless, low-income, and other Since then, SJW has focused solely tion: sjwjobs.org ■

A.T. Still campus here has new dean

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.T. Still University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine in Mesa has named Dr. Valerie Sheridan its new dean. “Dr. Sheridan has demonstrated a commitment to and command of osteopathic medical education throughout her distinguished career, including the last �ive years as part of ATSU-SOMA’s administration,” said university President Craig Phelps. “Her leadership and expertise will service ATSU-SOMA well.” Established in 1892, A.T. Still University of Health Sciences is the nation’s �irst college of osteopathic medicine and has evolved into a leading university of health sciences Its School of Osteopathic Medicine in Mesa, established in 2006, comprises a team of clinicians and educators who partner with community health centers across the United States to place students in clinical settings within their

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second year of study. Sheridan received her doctor of osteopathic medicine degree from Michigan State University in 1991. She has completed numerous postgraduate certi�ications in various sur-

gical procedures as well as multiple leadership programs, including two year-long programs: the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Health Policy Fellowship and the Costin Institute for Osteopathic Medical Educators. She is certi�ied by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery and is a diplomat of the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners. “I am honored to serve as dean of ATSU-SOMA,” Sheridan said. “As the landscape of today’s healthcare continually changes, educating tomorrow’s physicians is an important endeavor to ensure quality healthcare is provided to all. I embrace the opportunity to advance ATSU-SOMA with innovative, learning-centered ideas to achieve the highest level of excellence in execution of our mission.” Sheridan is active in professional organizations, most notably the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons and

served as president in 2014-15. Last year, she was inducted as an ACOS Distinguished Fellow, a distinction reserved for the best of the osteopathic surgical profession and conferred upon ACOS Fellows in recognition of their long-standing commitment to the practice of surgery, engagement with the college, surgical teaching, authorship of professional papers, and participation in local, state, and national organizations. She is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and vice chair of the Osteopathic Recognition Committee of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. Sheridan also is a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity and participates in missions and church activities. Prior to joining A.T. Still as assistant dean for clinical education, assessments, and outcomes, Sheridan had clinical appointments at Michigan State University and Midwestern University. ■

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pringdale Village in Mesa has a new executive director. Dr. Charles Villafranca was named to the post as well as to the Southwest Network board. “Dr. Villafranca brings a signi�icant background in business administration, human resources, legal issues, and regulatory affairs,” the clinic said in a release.

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of the group has expanded beyond a oneday recognition event. HAV also conducts a high school essay competition that asks students to honor a veteran in their lives and is preparing to host an inaugural Veterans Leadership Forum on Aug. 19 at Scottsdale’s McCormick Ranch Golf Club. The aim of the forum, said Pedene, is to spotlight the achievements of veterans in the civilian world – be it business, academics, the arts, or other �ields. “We want to hear from veterans who have contributed to our community and have them describe how military service has helped them achieve their life goals,” she said. “We hope this forum inspires others whether they’ve worn a uniform or not.” For information on the Veterans Day Parade, the leadership forum or the other HAV initiatives, visit HonoringAmericasVeterans.org. Rather than cancel a parade entirely, East Valley Veterans Parade organizers

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tirely virtual meetings added additional strife to certain patients in recovery. “I really hope we can get back in person, I know that there are several members who are older and don’t do the virtual thing,” Winchester said. Before the pandemic, the support group had about 14 members but currently, that number has been roughly halved. The topics of their monthly hour and a half sessions include “survivorship, side effects, ongoing issues regarding the treatments they have received for head and

Springdale Village is a continuum of care senior living community with independent living apartments, assisted living, long-term care and a short-term skilled nursing facility. Staffed with board certi�ied physicians in physical medicine, registered nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and certi�ied nursing assistants, Springdale Village has close partnerships with multiple hospitals nearby and primary care physician of�ices.

held a “parade in reverse.” They stationed entries along the traditional route and spectators became the parade by driving past them. Participants also were encouraged to decorate their own vehicles with patriotic themes as a sign of appreciation for the men and women who served in the military. The parade theme, “Celebrating Lives of Service,” recognized both military service as well as the many ways veterans continue to serve their communities through �irst responder and medical careers and other ongoing volunteer service. When the annual Mesa Veterans Parade fell victim to necessary budget cuts in 2006, local residents Gerry Walker and Frank “Gunny” Alger spoke out on behalf of the 40-year-old Mesa tradition. Walker remarked at one point, “There will be a Veterans Day parade if it is only me marching down the street with Frank watching.” The Marine Corps League Saguaro Chapter in Mesa took the lead and the Mesa Veterans Parade Association was

neck cancer as well as how it impacts their lives. This can range from things like dry mouth, how food tastes, how well they can or can’t swallow,” Winchester said. Winchester prides herself on taking these complaints seriously, using them to give future patients realistic healing expectations and timelines for issues like loss or alteration of taste. This also exposes the inequality of care received by patients caused by insurance policies with varying coverage. “The patients that have Medicare, to be completely honest, don’t need or want for anything,” Winchester said. “They usually

In addition to holding high-level roles at direct-care entities, Villafranca has consulted in cases involving healthcare organizations nationwide and worked with local, state, and federal of�icials to implement healthcare policy. He is vice president of the Arizona Board of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Facility Managers. “One of the most underserved areas is comprehensive mental healthcare with

formed. In 2013, the all-volunteer organization changed its name to the East Valley Veterans Parade Association to re�lect the participation of parade entrants and sponsors from most East Valley communities. Donations to this 501c3 nonpro�it organization are tax-deductible.

Locals in uniform Mesa resident David Gates recently competed in the Army Reserve Medical Command’s Best Warrior Competition at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin. Gates, a sergeant and an Army Reserve physical therapist, went through a series of physical and practical pro�iciency challenges during the contest. The Best Warrior Competition tests individual soldier skills, promotes morale and cohesion, and reinforces the importance of individual excellence. Gilbert resident and Marine Corps Cpl. Spencer Sargent recently participated in a �ield training exercise at Quantico, Viginia. Sargent is an intelligence analyst with headquarters and service battalion, U.S.

get the treatments they need; they don’t have to �ight denials or referral issues.” Patients with other policies can be a little bit trickier to get care for. “If patients in Arizona have AHCCCS and they’re over the age of 18, they get absolutely no speech therapy,” she explained. Jessica Hudson, the owner of Stuttering and Speech Therapy of Arizona, expanded on the dif�iculty of �inding insured therapies, even outside of traditional hospitals. “I can’t speak to all insurance companies, but I have encountered many that won’t cover speech therapy unless some sort of accident has happened,” Hudson said, “That’s

the integration of medical, psychiatric, and supportive services — what is in place at Southwest Network. This work is critical to the overall health of our surrounding communities and to the state of Arizona,” said Villafranca. Southwest Network delivers highquality integrated healthcare services to children, adults, and families in Greater Phoenix. Founded in 1999, the non-profit provides individualized mental health treatment. ■

Sgt. David Gates from Mesa competes in the Army Reserve Medical Command’s Best Warrior Competition at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin. (Special to the Tribune) Marine Corps Forces Command. During the �ield training exercise, Marines conducted land navigation and close, long, and unknown distance shooting while building squad level operational cohesion. ■

really unfortunate because even though we don’t take insurance, it’s still a lot of clients that can’t access what they need.” Today, many speech-language professionals are reaching out to representatives across the Valley, advocating for the addition of speech therapy to the preexisting physical and occupation coverage for the more than two million Arizonians under AHCCCS insurance. “It’s clearly an inequality, we’ll cut out your tongue and save you from cancer but we won’t give you functional rehabilitation to make your quality of life worth living,” Winchester said. ■

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Mesa store’s boots are made for working BY MELODY BIRKETT Tribune Contributor

t took Jay Rivin a long time to realize that Mesa was the place his shoe store should be. At 23 in 1957, he was fresh out of the Navy when he opened JR’s Shoes and Boots in Phoenix, explaining, “From the time I was a little kid, I always wanted my own store.” Now 86, Rivin recalled how he spent six months before he found a location in an empty section of a post of�ice building, partly because “people have to go to the post of�ice and the previous business in that spot – a �lower shop – did so well they had to move to a bigger location.” After almost 40 years, Rivin wanted a change so he moved the store to Gilbert when its population hovered around 64,000 – barely a quarter of what it is today.

But he didn’t have much success there and wondered what he would do until a man came in looking for a pair of high-top Nike sneakers in a size 13. Turned out that after Rivin measured the boy’s foot, he needed a size 15. “At that time, I had racks of work shoes on display,” Rivin recalled. The customer was so impressed he told his boss – who worked for the City of Mesa and was in charge of requisitioning work boots for employees. Eventually, the city started doing busi-

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JR’s Shoes and Boots owners Seth and Aliza Rosenberg stand behind store founder Jay Rivin, who at 86 recalls setting up the store in Phoenix as a young man before relocating years later to Gilbert. The Rosenbergs moved it to Mesa when they took over the store. (Melody Birkett/Tribune contributor)

Mesa mini-mall trying to weather pandemic storm BY SAVANNA LEE Tribune Contributor

ower Square Mall in Mesa reinvented itself during a time when malls across America were dying. In the wake of the pandemic-driven lockdowns, malls are struggling. Last year, Coresight Research said a quarter of all malls in the country could close in the next three to �ive years. Power Square Mall management is determined not to be one of them. The mall, at Power and Baseline roads, itself makes money by leasing space, but to remain pro�itable, the way that space has been leased has changed drastically over the years. Property Manager Susan Hawley said the building that houses the mall was originally constructed as a warehouse for Via Factory Outlet. Over time, the warehouse turned into an outlet mall and then into retail space.

Power Square Mall at the intersection of Power and Baseline roads has gone through several iterations. (Pablo Robles/Tribune Staff Photographer) During the pandemic, Via Factory Outlet closed many of its stores in the west, including its location within the Power Square Mall.

Via Factory Outlet had been the biggest tenant and the closure left a 80,000-square-foot hole in the mall, Hawley said. Of the 80,000 square feet,

50,000 consisted of store space and the rest was for storage. When a large store like Via Factory Outlet leaves, it creates problems, Hawley said. “Closed and vacant stores discourage shoppers from coming unless there is a particular store that they really like,” she said, adding she is still trying to �ill the space. Rachel Prelog, a principal planner for the City of Mesa, noted, “The southern half of the building has been converted into a storage space.” The other half comprises retail. There is currently an application being reviewed to turn the outlet space into a private elementary school run by Lumos Private Academy, Prelog said. According to Hawley, the school would �ill the 50,000 square foot hole in the front.

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ness with him. “Every assumption I made about going into Gilbert about �itting out children, about selling sneakers, about selling cowboy boots was totally wrong,” Rivin said. “The work shoes, which I didn’t even think about, turned out to be the key ingredient.” Several years ago, Rivin broke his hip and turned the business over to Aliza and Seth Rosenberg, who moved the store last September to a location near Dobson Road and Main Street in Mesa. “Part of Jay’s success is not only the loyal customers but we continue his tradition,” said Aliza. “You come in, you get a joke, you get a candy bar because it takes a while to get the right shoes. You sit down and have a drink. We talk. We �ind out exactly what the customer needs. “And if I don’t have the boot, if I can’t

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Hawley also rented space to locallyowned, unique businesses in order to attract more customers. Much of the space that used to house outlet stores is now �illed by antique shops that sublease to small businesses. “It works kind of like a fair,” Hawley said. The space is leased out to businesses that sublease to other businesses that in turn sell their own product for a period of time. Because so much of the mall is �illed with small businesses and antique shops, it is hard to advertise the mall. “Many of these shop owners are small, local businesses that cannot afford to pay for advertising,” Hawley said. About 10 years ago, Hawley said she spent $5,000 a month on advertising and while it did bring in more business, she felt it was not her responsibility to advertise. “It is the responsibility of each individual store owner to advertise for themselves,” Hawley said. Hawley said that over time, the mall has reduced its retail presence and moved more online. Hawley believes that in order to remain in business, malls need to repurpose and

�igure out what exactly they need, I send them somewhere else. I don’t want to sell someone the wrong boot for the wrong job. That’s one of the key principles. It’s on all of our advertising. We’d rather make a friend by selling the right shoe than make an enemy and sell you the wrong shoe.” She said she and her husband believe in “that old way of customer care.” “I’ve had women come in here, for example, who could only �ind three or four pairs of shoes to try on at other stores. They come in here and after the 16th or 17th pair they’re like, ‘Hold on a second, This is too much. I have so many choices,’” Aliza said. “It’s great. I feel like women need to be represented in these �ields.” The store carries some women’s work shoe styles with a little more �lair – such as boots in pink, purple and blue – as well as traditional black boots for public safety employees. “We try to bring things into the store

they can’t �ind somewhere else,” added Aliza. “If you go to some stores, you’re not going to �ind a men size 17. I probably have six to eight different styles in a size 17 which is incredible. Women’s shoes go down to size 3.” Seth explained, “I think where we’re succeeding and where we’re looking to grow is we’re bucking this Amazon trend. Many of the things we sell you can get online. You might even be able to get them for a few bucks less. “But the question is how many times do you send it back and forth?” “When you buy a pair of boots from us, in general, we don’t just hand you a pair of boots. Depending on the type of boots, we’re going to hand you spare laces or boot care products because we’re investing in you having a quality product…We’re not selling that quick cheap item.” Aliza said they tell customers, “When you leave the door, you’re not leaving the

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be open to new concepts. “Retail is changing, especially since COVID,” Hawley said. “The way that people shop has changed.” The pandemic prompted even more people to go online, she added. Hawley believes that ultimately people will be dissatis�ied with online shopping and seek out in-person shopping

once more. “A brick-and-mortar location helps businesses concentrate on the customer,” Hawley said. “It keeps the focus on the people.” She predicted that people won’t be satis�ied without the interaction with a salesperson or store owner. A previous attempt that was made to

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store.…If you’ve got a problem with your boots — unless it’s on clearance — you come back and I’ll take care of it. Our motto is we’re not going to sell you a pair of boots if it’s not the right boots for the right job.” And that, Seth added, “is where it differs from the online experience.” “We make you do a series of contortions, exercises when trying the boot on,” he said. “We don’t generally let somebody pick up boots for their signi�icant other or a family member because you can’t try them on. In fact, I remember when we �irst took over, turning several people away and getting people screaming at us over ‘You don’t want my money?’ And I’d say, ‘Not really.’” Added his wife: “We’re not going to try and get money just to make a sale. It’s not worth it for us. We want you to come back. We want you to tell people about us.” Information: 62 N. Dobson Road, Mesa. jrsshoesandboots.com, 480-[497-2323 ■

bring business to the mall included the addition of an express branch of the Mesa Library. Library Director Heather Wolf said that the mall housed an express branch with a smaller collection of new books, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs. An express branch is about convenience and allows people who may not have access to a larger location the option of reserving and picking up books and other materials, Wolf said. The library remained in the mall from 2011 until 2019, when a storm poured water through the roof when it was under repair and forced the branch to close. “It wiped out the collection, resources, and most of the furniture,” Wolf said. Mesa Public Library has not had an express branch since, Wolf said. However, on May 13, the city held a public meeting to discuss a putting a new express library in Monterey Park, a subdivision that is home to many families. Wolf said the express branch would offer programs catering to children in the area, Wolf said. The city is currently entertaining the idea of converting a shipping container into library space and doing these programs as outdoor seasonal activities, Wolf said. ■

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There are no bad dogs, just bad owners BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Tribune Columnist

er name was Maria Eliza Sebastian Ruiz, 77 years old. She was married 60 years, a mother of �ive, a grandmother. She died early July 6 on her front porch in Phoenix, mauled by a pack of four hulking Staffordshire terrier mixes. Pit bulls, to use the common parlance. The dogs’ owner, Alejandro Hernandez, 33, is in jail charged with negligent homicide. It’s a Class Four felony that carries a minimum one year behind bars and 3-year-9-months max. Personally, I hope Hernandez serves every last day, because the police report details negligence in the extreme. “(Hernandez) stated the dogs belong to him and are known to escape from his backyard,” the investigator wrote. “Def.

admitted to multiple occasions where his dogs escaped from his backyard and would wander around the neighborhood. “Def. admitted to prior incidents of the dogs biting other people at least two times. Def. knew the gate from which the dogs escaped from was faulty and needed to be repaired or reinforced in order to prevent the dogs from escaping. Def. stated he did not make any changes to the gate because he did not have time.” He’ll have plenty of time now. Hernandez’s pit bulls immediately were put down by Maricopa County Animal Control. Their euthanizing was a no-brainer. But the story of Maria Eliza’s killing raises a larger question: Should Arizona cities and towns allow people to own pit bulls at all? In 2016, the state Legislature passed Senate Bill 1248, which forbids breed-speci�ic legislation like the pit-bull bans passed by more than 900 cities nationwide.

This could easily be reconsidered, in light of Maria Eliza’s death and the fact that in 2019 pit bulls accounted for 33 killings – 69 percent of the 48 dog bite fatalities reported nationwide. No other dog bites or kills so frequently. No other dog �ills Maricopa County’s animal shelters to over�lowing. No other dog makes headlines so often. In February, a loose pit bull attacked three Gilbert residents, including a 16-year-old girl and a 70-year-old man. On Christmas Day 2020, a pit bull turned on its 39-year-old owner in Phoenix, tearing up her face and hands and leaving her in critical condition. Last summer in Casa Grande, Lorenzo Hidalgo, 42, went to check on his grandmother, but was met instead by three loose pit bulls. The dogs reportedly lunged at his neck. Hidalgo was airlifted to a Valley hospital, where he was �illed with stitches and staples.

I could go on, but you get the idea: There’s a long roll call of the maimed and the dead. Yet on the other side of the argument stands canine experts like the ASPCA, who argue for nurture ahead of nature. “All dogs, including pit bulls, are individuals,” reads the of�icial ASPCA position. “Treating them as such, providing them with the care, training and supervision they require, and judging them by their actions and not by their DNA or their physical appearance is the best way to ensure that dogs and people can continue to share safe and happy lives together.” Late into their sixties, my parents adopted a pit bull from the pound: Jake, a brindle behemoth who followed my mother everywhere. She was the dog’s big love in life, up there with dropped food and lying on “his couch.” Jake outlived my mom and my dad, and

to parrot Nancy Pelosi during debate on the state House �loor June 25. “We keep hearing about the threat of Communism,” Hernandez harrumphed. “You know what’s a bigger threat? White nationalism!” And with that, the representative from Tucson broke into full-throated fury, con�lating any and all conservatives with white nationalists’ intent on “teaching our kids that it’s OK to overthrow a democratically elected government.” So enthused were some of his fellow Democrats that they pounded their desks, apparently unaware or unconcerned that desk pounding was often the public reaction of Soviet Communist Party Boss Nikita Khrushchev during his premiership in the late 1950s and early ’60s. Back in the here and now, Hernandez was no doubt dreaming of his future as a member of Congress. But his daydream was about to be interrupted by a state house colleague who did not bring talking

points to the �loor. Instead, Rep. Quang Nguyen (RPrescott Valley) carried with him the memories of brutal Communist oppression that cost the lives of loved ones in his native Vietnam. In politics and life, genuine passion surpasses contrived outrage, as Hernandez was about to learn. Meantime, the �irstterm member from LD 1 �irst sought to temper his righteous indignation with humor. “I’m not a big talker…I stood back there and listened to everybody and I just got irritated, so I came over here and pressed the white button. Is it OK if I say, ‘white button?’” His quip-as-a-question brought muchneeded laughter to the House chamber, but Rep. Nguyen soon turned serious. “White nationalism didn’t drown 250,000 Vietnamese in the South China Sea. The Communists did. White nationalism didn’t execute 86,000 South Viet-

namese at the fall of Saigon. The Communists did. White nationalists didn’t put me here (in the United States). Communism did. “So don’t take it lightly…I lost most of my cousins and family members due to Communism. If we don’t stand up to teaching Communism to our children, we’ll lose this country.” Then Nguyen turned directly to Hernandez. “So, sir, don’t mock me.” It isn’t only Daniel Hernandez. Leftists nationwide have long mocked “godless Communism,” insisting that those who are concerned are intent on reviving a “Red Scare.” Quang Nguyen knows better. Will we learn from his experience? If not, Gideon J. Tucker’s pronouncement from the past will have to be amended. “No man’s life, liberty, or property are safe while the Communists are in control!” ■

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Passionate experience trumps political ambition BY JD HAYWORTH Tribune Columnist

ideon J. Tucker was writing about his home state of New York when he penned this famous observation: “No man’s life, liberty or property are safe while the Legislature is in session!” But what applies in Albany also �its the situation in Phoenix, and probably every other state capitol. In fact, the homogenization of our politics has state legislators sounding very similar to their Capitol Hill counterparts. Or maybe it’s just an old-fashioned dose of “Potomac Fever.” That’s certainly the case with Rep. Daniel Hernandez (D-Tucson). Having represented LD 2 since winning election in 2016, Hernandez announced in May that he would run for the U.S. House from Arizona’s Second Congressional District in 2022. Perhaps that’s why Hernandez appeared

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now resides with my brother. He’s a sweet boy, raised in a house full of love, treated with respect and care.

It’s been 10 years and I’ve never heard Jake so much as growl. I view him as proof that Alejandro Hernandez deserves prison time. Because there are no inherently bad dogs, only bad owners.

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build-up occurs gradually and hardens into plaque inside the artery restricting blood flow. Without an adequate blood supply, the body can’t get the oxygen and nutrients it needs to maintain healthy legs and feet. “It’s not normal to have difficulty walking to your mailbox, it’s not normal to have constant leg pain or cramping,” says Rainwater. It’s also interesting to note, that the symptoms of PAD and neuropathy are very similar. They include difficulty walking without taking a break, burning, tingling, numbness and/or pain. “When I see a patient who has been told they have neuropathy and they’ve been maximized on medication that’s not working, I know there may be something else causing it and one of the big, notorious offenders in that scenario is PAD,” says Rainwater. PAD is caused by the buildup of fatty material inside the arteries. This

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Heel Pain Is on The Rise Restaurants are busy, baseball stadiums are welcoming fans, and this summer is slated to be one of the busiest travel seasons ever. “Getting back to a normal lifestyle can be a shock to your feet,” says Dr. Kerry Zang, podiatric medical director of CiC Foot & Ankle. More than two million Americans suffer from plantar fasciitis, a sharp, stabbing, sometimes burning pain in the heel or arch of the foot. It’s anticipated this number will rise as activity levels increase. It typically hurts when first getting up, may lessen after a few steps but always returns. In the past, a cortisone injection was given. “Cortisone manages the pain, but it doesn’t address what’s causing the pain,” says Zang. Now, new treatment options focus on resolving the condition, not just the treating the symptoms. “Regenerative medicine is one of the most promising ways to deal with pain, because it triggers the body to heal,” he explains. “One form is prolotherapy, which tricks the body into thinking it was injured and starts the healing process.” The FDA recently approved cold laser therapy for plantar fasciitis. “Laser treatment helps reduce pain, increase circulation and attracts the patient’s own growth factors to the area, all of which promote healing,” says Zang. If left untreated pain can become chronic, but the good news is there are still options. “Growth factor therapy jump starts and maintains regeneration of new tissues,” says Zang. “It’s all about healing.”

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Mtn. View Pom aims to continue storied postseason success BY DREW SCOTT Tribune Staff Writer

t all starts with being positive. That is how Lynne Wolfe approaches coaching her alma mater’s dance p rogram. The expectations are high for the performers at Mountain View High School, a Division I member of the Arizona Interscholastic Association. As Wolfe and fellow coach Carli Turley – also a Mountain View alumna – add new moves and set advanced goals for Toro Pom each season, they ensure Toro Pom’s dancers are ready. In creating routines, Turley and Wolfe build around the strengths of team members, who work on their craft at studios outside of the program. They want to ensure captains have the con�idence to lead Toro Pom in performances. Additionally, the coaches want to enable the growth of each dancer. “Our skill level, we keep increasing it to be at the top of the state,” Wolfe said. “We have highly competitive girls that work really hard to have the best skills in the state.” Under Turley and Wolfe, Mountain View has won �ive state titles, continuing a victory streak for arguably one of the nation’s top dance squads. Toro Pom is a 23-time state champion and has brought nine national titles back to Mesa. The program has sent dancers to professional positions, as well as universities such as Arizona State, Brigham Young, Northern Arizona and Utah Valley. Wolfe took over Toro Pom in 2016 from Dannis Zazueta, who led the program since 2000, and brought her longtime friend Turley on as a coach. Before Zazueta, Jane Driggs – who also coached Mountain View’s cheer team – instilled a culture of discipline and added competitions to Toro Pom’s performances during her six-year tenure starting in 1994. In addition to performing against squads from across the state and the country, Toro Pom hones its craft at football and basketball games as well as school assemblies.

Mountain View’s pom team is eager to begin a new campaign for the upcoming school year and they all remain confident they can continue to be one of the most dominant programs in the state. (Courtesy Toro Pom) “It’s fun to see every year when we start formed a piece entitled a new year because we have a different team,” Turley said. “It’s exciting to see what we’re going to create with this new team and see what we’re going to accomplish.” One of Toro Pom’s most notable recent performances came during the national tournament in February 2020. Slotted as the last dance of the competition, Mountain View head pom coach Lynne Wolfe, “right,” M o u n t a i n said her team’s success comes with the positive mindset View’s Jazz surrounding the program that fellow coach Carli Turley, squad per- “left,” has helped establish. (Courtesy Toro Pom)

“Heaven,” which earned the team its third straight Jazz championship. Senior Clara Garner, one of Toro Pom’s captains this upcoming season, says what makes Mountain View’s jazz routines different from those of other schools is its lyrical approach to help the audience “feel” a performance. The team achieved this objective with “Heaven” – a two-and-a-half minute piece. “A lot of other

schools came up to us and said that they were crying because of how emotional it was and how good it was,” Garner said. “I remember afterwards seeing our parents and they were just all so proud of us. It’s just the best feeling coming off the �loor knowing that you left it all on the �loor.” Garner will be in charge of Toro Pom’s Jazz routine this year, while Haley Bastian will coordinate the team’s Pom choreography and competitions. Additionally, Ellie Arnett will serve as the Gameday captain, a position that ensures dancers are in the right gear for game days and are ready to perform chants and routines from Mountain View’s track. Toro Pom’s 2021 season will look vastly different from its performances last year, when dancers had to wear a mask that strapped over their heads and were deducted points if it fell below the nose or came off entirely. “That added a whole other factor of stress,” Garner said. “We tried to �ind ways to hold it up. We got glue and glued the masks to our faces.” Even though the team was not able to attend nationals, Toro Pom participated in the state tournament at Poston Butte High School in San Tan Valley. At the conclusion of the competition, the squad brought another state title back to Mountain View. “We have to have the ‘it’ factor or something that’s gonna help us bring that state title home,” Wolfe said. “I feel like we’ve done that in the last six years. We’ve found that thing that puts us ahead of everybody else.” Amplifying the competition is that Wolfe feels Toro Pom has “a target on our back” due to its “dynasty and this legacy of greatness.” Toro Pom will start its 2021-22 season in late July, but Arnett’s mind is already on the upcoming campaign. “I always think about Pom,” Arnett said. “How we can make it better and how we can help our teammates get to where we want to be for competition and have a good attitude throughout the year.” ■

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Pat Herrera stepping down as Skyline head baseball coach BY ZACH ALVIRA Tribune Sports Editor

at Herrera, who led the Skyline baseball program the last eight seasons, has stepped down as head coach of the Coyotes. Herrera announced his resignation Thursday, June 17 in a statement sent to Skyline administration. A copy of it was obtained by The Tribune. In the prepared statement, Herrera thanked the surrounding community for its support during his tenure. “I would like to thank the Skyline community for all Pat Herrera, who led the Skyline baseball program the last of their support these last 8 eight seasons, has stepped down as head coach of the years, especially Dr. (Steve) Coyotes. (Pablo Robles/Tribune Staff) Green for giving me the opportunity to create something great,” Patrick, during his tenure at Skyline. AJ reHerrera said. “I came to Skyline to rebuild turned to his father’s dugout this past seaa struggling program. It was a challenge son as an assistant coach after graduating that my entire family embraced. from Skyline in 2019. He will attend the “Through hard work and commitment, University of San Diego in the fall. Patrick, a we established a legacy to be very proud 2021 graduate, will head to Northwestern of and accomplished our goal of leaving on a full baseball scholarship next season. Skyline baseball a much better place than In May, as Patrick’s high school career when we started.” was coming to an end, Herrera held back Herrera was hired to take over the Sky- his emotions when thinking about not line baseball program in 2013 after nine having either son in his dugout for the years with Desert Ridge, where he led �irst time in several years. He said he had the Jaguars to two state title in 2009 and hoped to be able to visit both as much as 2010. He took over the year after Skyline he could. won just three games and quickly turned Herrera will continue to teach at Skythe program around. line but without having to run the baseHe went 13-15 in his �irst season with ball program, he will have ability to make the Coyotes. But just four years into his trips to San Diego and Northwestern in tenure, he led them to the 6A semi�inals Evanston, Ill. where they eventually lost to perennial “It is now time for me to step away and power Sandra Day O’Connor. focus on my family,” Herrera said. “HowSkyline went 124-73-2 overall under ever, I look forward to continuing to eduHerrera. The Coyotes made the postsea- cate Skyline students in the classroom son six times and had a winning record and accepting the next challenge that seven of his eight total years. comes my way.”  “Thank you, players and parents, for trusting the process and believing in us,” Have an interesting sports story? Herrera said. “It has been an incredible Contact Zach Alvira at journey, and I cannot express in words the zalvira@timespublications.com gratitude we feel.” and follow him on Twitter @ZachAlvira. Herrera coached both of his sons, AJ and

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Mesa man’s truck offers lobster, sushi delight BY CONNOR DZIAWURA GetOut Staff Writer

t could be said that things have come full circle for former Marquee Theatre general manager Donny Johnson. Previously a professional bass �isherman and full-time angler, the longtime Mesa resident pivoted to the entertainment industry over the past several decades. He views working at the Electric Ballroom as a sort of entry point, and then in 1995 he launched his own music bar, the Big�ish Pub. After running the joint for about a decade, he took a job at the Marquee Theatre. But last year, the pandemic hit — and he began to rethink things. Now, he’s back in business for himself, having recently hit the road in his Rockin Rollz Lobster & Sushi mobile culinary venue. The venture incorporates his two backgrounds: In the trailer is a seafood operation with a menu ranging from lobster rolls and tacos to poke bowls and sushi, while the rear is equipped with a stage for performances. “The whole idea was to do something unique, something that had never been done before, and still — I searched all over the internet — I cannot �ind any sushi trucks,” Johnson said. “I can’t �ind any food trucks or food trailers that offer live music anywhere, so it was really my own idea, and it was my concept, and there we are. And so far, it’s just been amazing, like the response has been unbelievable.” Relationships are fundamental to Rockin Rollz. Johnson’s girlfriend Katie McAtee is his business partner, and his longtime friend Ricky Gonzales is the sushi chef. Johnson said he has known the latter for 25 years, some of that time spent as on and off roommates. “Really talented guy,” Johnson describes Gonzales. “I mean when it comes to sushi he is really smart, knows a lot of stuff about it, and he was the culinary trainer at

Donny Johnson was inspired to start a food truck that tours the Valley offering lobster and sushi dishes. (Kevin Hurley/GetOut Contributor) Kona (Grill). … But he also cooked for the Diamondbacks and he’s cooked for some other places. I met him when he was at Ichiban, which was on University and McClintock. … It’s where everybody went for sushi back then. It was a big party spot.” The two spoke about opening their own place with live music, Johnson recalls, but

life got in the way. Isolating at home last year with McAtee, Johnson recalled, she asked, “Do you really want to do this at 60, or would you rather have a little fun and do something you really want to do for your next �ive or six years before you decide to retire?” His response, inspired in part by McAtee’s home state of Maine and her “amazing” recipes, was they should sell lobster rolls and sushi. Add to that a live music stage and he found a way to combine his two interests. “Thus came Rockin Rollz Lobster & Sushi,” he said. Rockin Rollz’s menu is split into a handful of categories, loaded with a variety of sushi rolls (classic or new style), the poke bowl, lobster tacos and, of course, the lobster rolls. Complete an order by adding chips and a drink. Johnson doesn’t have to think twice about bestsellers so far. The AZ Rockin The sushi and lobster dishes served up are varied and paRoll — lobster, avocado, trons can watch how they’re put together. (Facebook) cucumber and Japanese

aioli topped with shrimp, drawn butter, ponzu and sea salt — is “by far” the most popular of the sushi rolls. But lobster rolls are also selling well, he added; he recommends eating them cold to get a good sense of the taste. “We keep it simple,” he said. “Either you get a Connecticut style, which is lobster with (warm) clari�ied butter, or you get a Katie’s Way, which is cold lobster with this sauce that Katie makes which has (scallions), chopped celery and (Japanese) mayo, and salt and pepper, and lemon juice.” But it’s the lobster tacos — lobster, cabbage, pico de gallo and spicy Japanese aioli on locally made tortillas — of which Johnson is most proud. The seafood is fresh and the brioche rolls are imported from Paris. Johnson is �irst to admit the idea of eating sushi from a truck may on its surface seem a little suspect. That’s why he said he wanted Rockin Rollz to be transparent — literally. He said he doesn’t like being unable to see inside food trucks. “When I designed the truck, I looked at it like this: Would you go into a Circle K and buy sushi? No.” “So, when I designed this, I put a window right in front of where Rick was going to be, and I wanted people to sit there and watch him make our sushi so he could talk to them. If they had questions, they could ask him, and he could answer them.” Johnson said going mobile allows him to take the food and music directly to the customers and the performers help Rockin Rollz stand out from the crowd. “I’m not a restaurant person. I’ve never been a restaurant person,” he admits. “I still don’t know anything about the restaurant business, but I do know this: what people like and what they don’t like. I know that that perception is really, really important, especially when it comes to sushi or fresh �ish.” Find scheduled locations on Facebook and Instagram @rockinrollzlobsterandsushi 

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Record Store Day keeps heads spinning BY ALEX GALLAGHER GetOut Staff Writer

ia Records’ Mary Papenhausen knows the appeal of Record Store Days. She sees customers come in and out of the stalwart stores. She purchases records, too. “The beautiful thing about Record Store Day is that you can look at the list a million times and when you get to the store and see things, you’ll realize you’ll end up wanting more,” said Papenhausen, the chain’s director of marketing. Fans who shopped on the June 12 Record Store Day, have a second chance on July 17. The event was split into two days, due to the pandemic. With one Record Store Day in the books, shops like Uncle Aldo’s Attic in Northeast Mesa and Zia Records are gearing up to see large crowds from the moment doors open once again. “Things are becoming a bit safer, and it seems that more and more people are getting out and want to do things,” Papenhausen said. Uncle Aldo’s Attic’s owner Desi Scarpone said Record Store Day was slightly daunting. “We always have a line outside our store and this year we had a long one, which is a little scary for a small store like ours,” Scarpone said. Both stores have put capacity limits in place to give shoppers more room to peruse the specials, and to keep everyone safe. “With the smaller crowds, it’s more manageable,” Papenhausen said. “People have more space. People can see the records a bit clearer and it’s easier, in terms of stress, for customers and employees.” Besides capping capacity, the stores are limiting what customers can buy. “When we open, we let people in one at a time and they get to choose up to three of the Record Store Day things,” Scarpone said. “We do this until the line is gone and then we let people come and go as they please.” Zia Records will allow 15 people in at a time, all of whom can only purchase one record per title. “If there’s 22 titles out there, you can get 22 different titles but not 22 of one title,” Papenhausen said.

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She explains Zia makes it an easy shopping experience. “We make it so that it’s extremely easy to shop at the store,” she explains. “We give people enough space. We put the records in alphabetical order. We have people directing people over to the sections and helping them with what they may need.” At Uncle Aldo’s Attic, a staff member will search the inventory for the pieces customers would like to purchase. “We will sometimes check with people in line to see what they want and, if we’re running low on inventory, we will tell them they may be better off elsewhere,” Scarpone said. Scarpone has tried to combat this by

purchasing a fair amount of Record Store Day exclusive vinyl for his store. “This is the most Record Store Day records that I’ve ever bought because so often I’ll have customers ask me for stuff that we don’t have,” Scarpone said. “I went wide and ordered stuff that I don’t usually get.” For customers who missed out on a few of the �irst Record Store Day releases, Uncle Aldo’s Attic still has several titles remaining. This time, the most anticipated releases are “Remixes,” Amy Winehouse; “Live in 1972,” Aretha Franklin; “Aglio E Olio,” Beastie Boys; “Czar Noir,” Czarface; “Lose You Now,” Lindsey Stirling; “Fallen Torches,” Mastodon; “Missing Links Vol. 1, 2 and

3,” The Monkees; “Lean Into It,” Mr. Big; and “Mechanical Resonance,” Tesla. Several compilation records will hit shelves, too. Zia Records opens at 7 a.m. but for shoppers who are not yet comfortable with going to stores, leftover Record Store Day exclusives will be sold online beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 17. Exclusive records will not be the only thing on sale that day. Uncle Aldo’s Attic offers 10% off all non-Record Store Day exclusives in the store. Zia Records will sell exclusive branded merchandise. The chain hasn’t released the merchandise designs yet, but last time it was a slip mat and an exclusive T-shirt. Record Store Day is an exciting day not just for customers but for the stores’ staff. “It’s a really exciting day,” Papenhausen said. “You can expect energy right off the bat both from in-store shoppers and the people waiting in line.” She has a bit of advice for shoppers attending their �irst Record Store Day. “I’d recommend getting there early, staying hydrated and looking at the list before you come in,” Papenhausen said. She reminds shoppers, too, that Record Store Day isn’t just about musicians and stores making a pro�it. “The thing about supporting record stores on record store day is that you will �ind the fairest price on that day,” Papenhausen said. “We want as many people to get as many records as possible at a fair price.” ■

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Zia Records Stores open at 7 a.m. Saturday, July 17 Tempe: 3021 S. Mill Avenue. Camelback: 1850 W. Camelback Road Chandler: 3029 N. Alma School Road Thunderbird: 2510 W. Thunderbird Road Mesa: 1302 S. Gilbert Road Online records go on sale at 10 a.m. ziarecords.com

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Uncle Aldo’s Attic Store opens at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 17 6016 E. McKellips Road, Northeast Mesa 480.218.1415, unclealdosattic.com For the full list of Record Store Day releases, visit recordstoreday.com

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hen I was a little girl, I absolutely idolized my dad for a lot of reasons. I was born on his birthday, so we had a special bond from the very beginning. I was “his little buddy” and two of our favorite activities to do together were to fish and to cook. We’d head out early in the morning and sit in our tiny fishing boat watching the sun come up over Lake Tahoe trying to hook native rainbow trout. In the kitchen I was his “sous chef” helping to prep things like Thanksgiving stuffing. My dad’s hero status was elevated to super hero when he made Monte Cristo sandwiches for the first time. How could you not love a dad that would load up a sandwich with meats and cheeses, dip it in eggs and cream, deep fry it and then sprinkle powdered sugar all over it. As if that wasn’t enough, we got to spread jam all over it! That was the iconic Monte Cristo sandwich of my parent’s generation. This breakfast, lunch or dinner sandwich started appearing in cookbooks in different variations from the

1930’s on. The sandwich became a runaway trend in the 1960’s when the Blue Bayou Restaurant at Disneyland’s New Orleans’s Square made it a specialty on the menu. I’m sure my dad wouldn’t have minded that I’ve opted to grill the Monte Cristo in a bit of butter and oil rather than deep fry it. Because now, it’s always about keeping that girlish figure – something that little girl on the fishing boat way back when didn’t give a hoot about.

Ingredients: 2 eggs, slightly beaten ¼ cup milk or cream 2 teaspoons flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 4 sliced bread (like soft white or potato bread)

4 tablespoons butter, softened, divided 4 thin slices turkey 4 thin slices ham 4 thin slices Swiss cheese 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil Powdered sugar Red Current, Strawberry or Blackberry Preserves

Directions In a bowl, whisk together eggs and cream until frothy. Add flour, baking powder, salt and pepper, whisking until well blended. Butter one side of each slice of bread with ½ tablespoon of butter. For each sandwich, on the buttered side, arrange two slices of turkey, ham and cheese. Cover with second slice of bread, buttered side on top of cheese. Repeat for second sandwich. Trim crusts and cut sandwiches on the diagonal. In

a large skillet, heat remaining two tablespoons of butter and 2-3 tablespoons of oil. Carefully dip sandwich halves into egg mixture, coating the bread on all sides. Place halves in skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes on each sides. Remove from pan and place on paper towel. When ready to plate, sprinkle sandwiches with confectioner’s sugar and serve with preserves on the side.

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In order for a person’s name to appear on the ballot, nomination petitions and nomination papers must be received no later than July 20, 2021 by: 5:00 PM at: Spectrum IWDD No. 48 2928 S Spectrum Way Gilbert, AZ 85295-6276 Voters may, at time of election, write in a candidate’s name of their choosing who has not submitted a timely nomination petition but who has submitted a nomination paper to the district office listed above by Friday, October 8, 2021. DATED this 11th day of July, 2021. Morgan Neville Board of Trustees Chairman Spectrum Irrigation Water Delivery District #48 Published: East Valley Tribune July 11, 18, 2021 / 39902

Public Notices CASPER J. RANKIN (SBN 9107) SYDNEY K. LEAVITT (SBN 8933) ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP 3597 E. MONARCH SKY LN., STE. 240 MERIDIAN, ID 83646 Telephone: (208) 908-0709 Facsimile: (858) 726-6254 Email: sleavitt@aldridgepite.com Attorneys for Plaintiff VANDERBILT MORTGAGE AND FINANCE, INC IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF OWYHEE Case No. CV37-21-00042 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION ON COMPLAINT FOR JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE AND DECLARATORY RELIEF VANDERBILT MORTGAGE AND FINANCE, INC., Plaintiff, v. LONNIE K. FRY; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF CARLA A. FRY; VICTORIA I. VAUGHAN; AND DOES 1 THROUGH 20, INCLUSIVE, including all parties with an interest in and/or residing in real property commonly known as, 5121 SAGE ROAD, HOMEDALE, IDAHO 83628, and legally described as: IN TOWNSHIP 3 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST, BOISE MERIDIAN, OWYHEE COUNTY, IDAHO SECTION 26: ALL THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER LYING NORTH AND EAST OF THE CENTERLINE OF THE OWYHEE SOUTH CANAL, Defendants. TO: DEFENDANTS THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, ASSIGNS AND DEVISEES OF CARLA A. FRY; VICTORIA I. VAUGHAN; and DOES 1 through 20, inclusive, including all parties with an interest in and/or residing in real property commonly known as 5121 SAGE ROAD, HOMEDALE, IDAHO 83628: You have been sued by Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc., the Plaintiff, in the District Court in and for the County of Owyhee, Idaho, Case No. CV37-21-00042. 1The nature of the claim against you is an action for declaratory relief and judicial foreclosure of the real property currently known as 5121 SAGE ROAD, HOMEDALE, IDAHO 83628 and legally described as IN TOWNSHIP 3 NORTH, RANGE 6 WEST, BOISE MERIDIAN, OWYHEE COUNTY, IDAHO SECTION 26: ALL THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER LYING NORTH AND EAST OF THE CENTERLINE OF THE OWYHEE SOUTH CANAL Any time after 21 days following the last publication of this summons, the court may enter a judgment against you without further notice, unless prior to that time you have filed a written response in the proper form, including the Case Number and paid any required filing fee to the Clerk of the Court at P.O. Box 128, 20381 State Hwy 78, Murphy, ID 83650, (208) 495-2421, and serve a copy of your response on the Plaintiff's attorney, Sydney K. Leavitt, at ALDRIDGE PITE, LLP, 3597 E. Monarch Sky Ln., Ste. 240, Meridian, ID 83646. A copy of the Summons and Complaint can be obtained by contacting either the Clerk of the Court or the attorney for Plaintiff. If you wish for legal assistance, you should immediately retain an attorney to advise you in this matter. Dated 6/25/2021 CLERK OF THE DISTRICT COURT By:/s/Lena Johnson DEPUTY Published: East Valley Tribune, July 4, 11, 18, 25, 2021 / 39604

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0002 (BRIMLEY) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20210192338, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A.

URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments ANDREW W JOHNSON & MARGARET A JOHNSON 226 S. 4th Street Le Sueur, MN 56058, 1/52, 11A, 237P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,206.28; HUNTER BROWN & JENNIFER BROWN 2201 Crescent Lane Southhaven, MS 38671, 1/52, 18A, 233P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,206.28; JAMES D FERRELL & TAMMY FERRELL P.O. Box 793 Adamsville, TN 38310, 1/52, 04A, 125, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,435.92; GARY HARBERT & MARY K HARBERT 4389 NE 40th Avenue Kingman, KS 67068, 1/52, 36A, 238, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,435.92; MARY ANN JENKINS 160 Lemon B Road Slaughter, LA 70777, 1/104, 30E, 131, Biennial, 2018-2020, $2,283.12; JAMES R LAUF, SR. & DOROTHY A LAUF 100 Las Olas Drive Belleville, IL 62221, 1/52, 43A, 134P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,206.28; LARRY D LEAVELLE & GAYLENE LEAVELLE 6805 36th Street Lubbock, TX 79407, 1/52, 22A, 124P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,206.28; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0003 (TIMESHARE TRADE INS) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251421, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest

bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments TIMESHARE TRADE INS, LLC PO BOX 717 OZARK, MO 65721, 1/52, 30A, 122P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; TIMESHARE TRADE INS, LLC PO BOX 717 OZARK, MO 65721, 1/104, 16O, 223, Biennial, 20182020, $1,116.20; TIMESHARE TRADE INS, LLC PO BOX 717 OZARK, MO 65721, 1/52, 15A, 224M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; TIMESHARE TRADE INS, LLC 10923 STATE HIGHWAY 176 STE E WALNUT SHADE, MO 65771, 1/104, 42O, 233M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71;

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0004 (BEMENT SR) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251422, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification:

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Public Notices Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments VICTOR M BEMENT SR & MARGARET A BEMENT 16878 180th St Lexington, OK 73051, 1/52, 36A, 122M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; RICHARD R RUBIO & DORIS B RUBIO PO Box 93291 Phoenix, AZ 85060, 1/52, 48A, 127, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; KEVIN KENNELLY & JULIA ERDMAN KENNELLY 4059 E Glencove St Mesa, AZ 85205, 1/52, 31A, 129, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; EDWARD J O’CONNELL & MARY ELLEN O’CONNELL 6734 N 55th Dr Glendale, AZ 85301, 1/52, 11A, 232, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; BRAD SHIRLEY 106 Mink Branch Rd Pelahatchie, MS 39145, 1/52, 19A, 138M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0005 (VACATION VENTURES) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251423, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS

CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments VACATION VENTURES, LLC, A COLORADO LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 1365 Garden Of The Gods Rd Colorado Springs, CO 80907, 1/52, 7A, 125, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; DHARMESH PATEL, AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR RESORTS ACCESS NETWORK, LLC 8906 E 96th Street #332 Fishers, IN 46038, 1/52, 45A, 122P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; EMIDSOUTH, INC, A MISSOURI CORPORATION & LARRY A. WATSON, SIGNING OFFICER 101 State Drive Suite Q Hollister, MO 65672, 1/52, 38A, 123P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; GEORGE W BOONE & MILDRED A BOONE 10123 Burmac Road Moundridge, KS 67107, 1/52, 8A, 224P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; EUGENE DANIEL ZARSKY SR 8547 Custer Lane Evergreen, CO 80439, 1/104, 8E, 131, Biennial, 20182020, $2,210.25; DWAYNE C RICHARD & TABITHA J RICHARD 2319 Charlene Hwy Eunice, LA 70535, 1/104, 36E, 131, Biennial, 2018-2020, $2,210.25;

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0006 (TAYLOR) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251424, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification:

Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments JESSE F TAYLOR W3060 Cook Rd Sarona, WI 54870, 1/52, 13A, 225, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; DANIEL J ROBERTS & KATHRYN M ROBERTS 22001 W Hilton Buckeye, AZ 85326, 1/52, 27A, 127, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; CAROLYN GENTILELLA 2753 N Salem #102 Mesa, AZ 85215, 1/52, 42A, 127, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; JEFFREY C ROBINETT & SUSAN J WAGNER AKA SUSAN J ROBINETT 4227 N 11th St Phoenix, AZ 85014, 1/104, 16O, 128, Biennial, 20182020, $1,116.20; WILLIAM G HOTCHKISS 5762 W Shaw Butte Dr Glendale, AZ 85304, 1/104, 28O, 128, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,116.20; DUANE BARTLETT HC 01 Box 3347 Oracle, AZ 85623, 1/52, 36A, 227, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; BETTY M BYRAM PO Box 638 Rociada, NM 87742, 1/52, 2A, 228, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; ELDON R BEHRENDS & SUSAN L BEHRENDS 7320 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 154 Tucson, AZ 85741, 1/52, 18A, 231, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; WILLIAM E GREGG & VIRGINIA GREGG 26575 Junction Ave N Hawley, MN 56549, 1/52, 34A, 132M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; PATRICK J FULLER & E ADRIAN FULLER 13924 Plymouth Crossing Edmond, OK 73013, 1/52, 45A, 132P, Annual, 20182020, $1,169.08; KENNETH R IMGARTEN & WILLENE EVON IMGARTEN 1059 Inca Dr Laramie, WY 82072, 1/52, 32A, 238, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; WILSON H PURCELL & ALBERTA M PURCELL 544 Franklin Ave Galesburg, IL 61401, 1/52, 43A, 237P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0007 (LEWIS) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251425, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN

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Public Notices ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments WILFRED J LEWIS & CHARLOTTE J LEWIS 3054 Kingsbridge Ave Apt 2J, Apt 1-A Bronx, NY 10463, 1/52, 44A, 226, Annual, 2018-2020,

$3,326.45; ROBERT E LEWIS & MARY ANN LEWIS 1468 Cascade Dr Youngstown, OH 44511, 1/52, 47A, 123P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; MARK PHIELIX P.O. Box 18431 Tucson, AZ 85731, 1/104, 19O, 128, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,116.20; STEVEN GOMEZ & ALYCIA M TAPIA 901 W. Teton Tucson, AZ 85706, 1/104, 3E, 130, Biennial, 2018-2020, $2,210.25; RICHARD G NUGENT 2645 E Hope St Mesa, AZ 85213, 1/52, 26A, 229, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; MARCEL M MOLLEUR & CHERYL A MOLLEUR PO Box 1014 Leadville, CO 80461, 1/52, 18A, 230, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; CONRAD W SNOW 12449 Bellaire Dr Thornton, CO 80241, 1/52, 44A, 230, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; R. DENNIS DUNCAN & REBECCA DUNCAN 5240 Walsh St Saint Louis, MO 63109, 1/52, 49A, 234, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; KENNETH L PARSONS & JOAN L PARSONS 41 Bradford Ln Madison, WI 53714, 1/52, 28A, 233P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; LANNY BRYANT & DEBRA RAE BRYANT 815 Us Hwy 250 N Ashland, OH 44805, 1/52, 7A, 136, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0008 (TIMESHARE TRANSFER CO.) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251149, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to

occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments TIMESHARE TRANSFER COMPANY, A KENTUCKY SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP 3404 Pemaquid Rd Louisville, KY 40218, 1/104, 24O, 123M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; TIMESHARE SOLUTIONS, LLC, a Nevada limited liability company 4444 South Valley View Ste 222 Las Vegas, NV 89103, 1/52, 32A, 124P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; EMIDSOUTH, INC, a Missouri corporation & LARRY WATSON, SIGNING OFFICER 215 Gage Dr Ste J Hollister, MO 65672, 1/52, 41A, 124P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; CLUB SELECT RESORTS 10923 West State Hwy 176 Walnut Shade, MO 65771, 1/52, 42A, 124P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; DHARMESH PATEL, AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR RESORTS ACCESS NETWORK, LLC 8906 E 96Th Street Fishers, IN 46038, 1/104, 33O, 223, Biennial, 20182020, $1,116.20; TARNIG LLC, A NEVADA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 3605 Airport Way South, Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98134, 1/52, 43A, 224M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; EMIDSOUTH, INC, A MISSOURI CORPORATION & LARRY WATSON, SIGNING OFFICER 101 State Drive Ste Q Hollister, MO 65672, 1/104, 36O, 130, Biennial, 2018- 2020, $1,116.20; EMIDSOUTH, INC,

A MISSOURI CORPORATION & LARRY A WATSON, AS SIGNING OFFICER PO Box 1700 Branson, MO 65615, 1/104, 18E, 233M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,728.99; EMIDSOUTH, INC, A MISSOURI CORPORATION 215 Gage Dr Ste J, Suite 250 Hollister, MO 65672, 1/104, 21O, 137, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,116.20; DHARMESH PATEL, AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR RESORTS ACCESS NETWORK, LLC 8906 E 96Th Street # 332 Fishers, IN 46038, 1/52, 18A, 138P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; DHARMESH PATEL, AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FOR RESORTS ACCESS NETWORK, LLC 8906 E 96Th Street # 332 Fishers, IN 46038, 1/52, 4A, 236, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; ROBERT LEE HALL & MARGARET ANN HALL 10264 Beech Ave Pleasantville, IA 50225, 1/52, 1A, 237M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; GEMINI INVESTMENT PARTNERS, INC., A FLORIDA CORPORATION PO Box 138039 Clermont, FL 34713, 1/52, 15A, 237M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0009 (DEVORE) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251150, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be

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Public Notices established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments MATTHEW D DEVORE & LISA SUE DEVORE 9675 W Us Hwy 30 Wood River, NE 68883, 1/52, 14A, 122M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; DOUG PETERSON & NICHOLE PETERSON 1120 S 96th St Omaha, NE 68124, 1/104, 24O, 123M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,728.99; GEORGE MOREY & NORMA JUNE MOREY 231 W Rosine St Saint Joseph, MO 64501, 1/104, 44E, 123M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,728.99; WIDE WORLD VACATIONS, INC., a Utah corporation 5406 West 11000 North 103-523 Highland, UT 84003, 1/52, 37A, 124M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; WILLIAM R NICHOLS & DEBBIE L NICHOLS 8000 Eylau Loop Rd Texarkana, TX 75501, 1/104, 16E, 222M, Biennial, 20182020, $1,728.99; RICHARD E BERRYHILL & JANET D BERRYHILL 8653 Adamson Lake Rd. Kaleva, MI 49645, 1/104, 23O, 222M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; TWIN CEDARS, INC., a Missouri corporation 607 State Hwy 165 Suite 1 Branson, MO 65616, 1/104, 24O, 222M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; EDWARD F JOHNSON JR & EDNA W SHELL 5 Gateshead Dr Apt 120 Dunedin, FL 34698, 1/104, 32E, 222M, Biennial, 20182020, $1,728.99; LESLIE W JENNINGS & SHIRLEAN JENNINGS 3525 Sherwood St Racine, WI 53406, 1/104, 46O, 222M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; JERRY STILES & KATHY STILES 112 Asbury Cv Jonesboro, AR

72404, 1/104, 47O, 222M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; TOM STANFORD 2392 Miramonte E Unit D Palm Springs, CA 92264, 1/52, 7A, 224M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; EVA C LINN 1426 De Reamer Circle Colorado Springs, CO 80915, 1/52, 7A, 224M, Annual, 20182020, $2,601.70; KEVIN I ERVIN & YVETTE ERVIN 1112 Woodbury Falls Ct Nashville, TN 37221, 1/52, 45A, 224M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; TIMESHARE INDEPENDENCE, LLC, a Nevada corporation 2298 Horizon Ridge Pkwy Henderson, NV 89052, 1/104, 7O, 233M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; CECIL HOWARD 1211 E 1100 North Rd Taylorville, IL 62568, 1/104, 41E, 233M, Biennial, 20182020, $1,728.99; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0010 (HILL) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251151, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in

instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments MARIE G HILL 2011 Nellie Rd Memphis, TN 38116, 1/52, 26A, 132M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; MARTHA M AUBREY Rr 2 Box 296 Coushatta, LA 71019, 1/104, 38E, 233M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,728.99; LAWRENCE V CARTY & MONTSERRAT MIR 2906 Rachel Rd Champaign, IL 61822, 1/104, 43E, 233M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,728.99; BARBARA DANELLE DELGADO 2275 Rocky Mountain Ave Unit 301 Loveland, CO 80538, 1/52, 18A, 138M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; MARIAN P PENROD 4301 Brush Hill Rd Nashville, TN 37216, 1/52, 50A, 138M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; JEREMY HARVEY 473 Utoy Circle SW Atlanta, GA 30331, 1/52, 52A, 138M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; LEONARD E ANTHONY & DIANN YANEZ 714 Pintail Ct Granbury, TX 76049, 1/52, 12A, 237M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; NICOLE M CHRISTIAN 4579 Laciede Ave Ste 355 Saint Louis, MO 63108, 1/52, 36A, 237M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; JAMES E POHLMAN & DEBRA K POHLMAN 976 Grovehill Dr. Dayton, OH 45434, 1/52, 40A, 237M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; TOMMY L TORBERT III & VICKI MODISETTE PO Box 1080 Gray, LA 70359, 1/52, 47A, 237M, Annual, 20182020, $2,601.70;

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0011 (PAYTON) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that

certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251152, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law.

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Public Notices EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Bldg Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments KIMBERLY PAYTON 817 WALNUT ST #22 INGLEWOOD, CA 90301, 1/104, 7O, 122M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; BILLY R COUNCE & ANGELA R COUNCE PO BOX 5 MELBOURNE, AR 72556, 1/52, 26A, 122M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; SUNSHINE CLEARING SERVICES, LLC, a Florida corporation 757 SE 17TH STREET, SUITE# 936 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316, 1/104, 46O, 122M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; WAYNE MENTINK & DORIS E MENTINK 45 HUSKINS CIRCLE BELLA VISTA, AR 72715, 1/104, 48O, 122M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; CHARLES MILLSAPS JR. & MARY S MILLSAPS 470 BRISTOL RD MOUNT VERNON, AR 72111, 1/104, 10E, 123M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,728.99; WILLIAM B BAGGETT SR. & RITA H BAGGETT 7733 WOLF HOLLOW DR MEMPHIS, TN 38133, 1/104, 13O, 123M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; JEROME R GANZ & CONSTANCE M GANZ 108 HANOVER ST GERMANTOWN, IL 62245, 1/104, 21E, 123M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,728.99; JOHANNES P CONRADIE 901 39TH ST WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265, 1/104, 25O, 123M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; JOE HEATON & PAMELA S HEATON RR 4 BOX 62 RUSHVILLE, IL 62681, 1/104, 17O, 222M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; PETER G DANIELS & JANET L DANIELS 5 WINTERS DR BELLA VISTA, AR 72714, 1/104, 22O, 222M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $872.71; CINDY L SMITH & DONALD L BENTON PO BOX 573 CLAYSBURG, PA 16625, 1/104, 50E, 222M, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,728.99; BARBARA DAMICO & SALVATORE DAMICO 91 PALMER BEND COURT SPRING, TX 77381, 1/52, 11A, 6-224M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; LOVELY ANGLIN, TRUSTEE FOR THE RAVENSMOUTH TRUST DATED APRIL 2ND, 2014 & J.M. ANGLIN, TRUSTEE FOR THE RAVENSMOUTH TRUST DATED APRIL 2ND, 2014 10808 FOOTHILL BLVD #160 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730, 1/52, 21A, 224M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; WYLIS P SILVERNAGEL & SUSAN C HAWKINSON 1368 101ST CIR AMERY, WI 54001, 1/52, 34A, 224M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; EDGAR E LONG JR. & JACQUELINE S LONG 11860 SW 2ND ST YUKON, OK 73099, 1/52, 47A, 132M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70; CHARLES A ROHLFING & KIMBERLY J ROHLFING 67 W CLEAR LAKE LN WESTFIELD, IN 46074, 1/52, 19A, 237M, Annual, 2018-2020, $2,601.70;\ NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0012 (TRANSFER FOR YOU LLC) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number

20201251153, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law.

EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments TRANSFER FOR YOU & JOSH UNGARO, AGENT 402B West Mt Vernon St #112 Nixa, MO 65714, 1/104, 35O, 222M, Biennial, 20182020, $872.71; RETA L BRUNTON, TRUSTEE RETA L BRUNTON REVOCABLE TRUST UNDER AGREEMENT DATED JUNE 22, 1998 7741 E Dallas St Mesa, AZ 85207, 1/52, 31A, 225, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; MARLA M MORRISON 8545 Commodity Circle Orlando, FL 32819, 1/52, 44A, 237M, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,659.72; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS 32997.0013 (BALTIERRA) The following legally described property will be sold pursuant to the power of sale under that certain Notice of Delinquency of Assessments recorded in docket under Instrument Number 20201251230, records of MARICOPA County, Arizona. The owner (s) (see Exhibit “A”) have breached and defaulted under the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements and Bylaws of the Association by failing to pay the amounts as specified herein. NOTICE! IF YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFENSE TO THE TRUSTEE SALE OR IF YOU HAVE AN OBJECTION TO THE TRUSTEE SALE YOU MUST FILE AN ACTION AND OBTAIN A COURT ORDER PURSUANT TO RULE 65, ARIZONA RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE, STOPPING THE SALE NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME OF THE LAST BUSINESS DAY BEFORE THE SCHEDULED DATE OF THE SALE, OR YOU MAY HAVE WAIVED ANY DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE SALE. UNLESS YOU OBTAIN A COURT ORDER, THE SALE WILL BE FINAL AND WILL OCCUR at public auction to the highest bidder in Suite 700, at 8585 East Hartford Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, in Maricopa County, Arizona, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021: Painted Mountain Golf Villas Interval Interest consisting of: (i) an undivided (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) fee interest in Unit No. (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Interval No(s) (SEE EXHIBIT “A”), Assigned Year (SEE EXHIBIT “A”) PAINTED MOUNTAIN GOLF VILLAS CONDOMINIUM, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in instrument no. 97-9704664, and plat recorded in Book 451 of Maps, Page 11, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, by which an Owner is entitled to occupy a Unit for one (1) Interval on an annual or biennial (whichever is indicated above) and recurring basis, the exact Interval to be established every year (or, for biennial, every other year) by reservation, all as defined and governed by the Declaration of Dedication, Interval Ownership Plan, and Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for

Painted Mountain Golf Villas, dated September 18, 1997, and recorded October 8, 1997, in instrument no. 97-0704665, records of Maricopa County, Arizona, as amended (collectively, the ‘’Declaration’’); and (ii) the non-exclusive right to use and enjoy the Common Area, and to use and enjoy the Common Furnishings contained in such Unit, during such Owner’s Use Period, as provided in the Declaration. For convenience in inventory control, conveyancing, and titling, an Interval Interest is granted in a specific Unit; however, this interest does NOT carry with it the right to use that specific Unit. Property address: 6302 E. McKellips Road Mesa, AZ 85215 Tax parcel number: 20-1008093 Name and Address of owner(s): (See Exhibit “A”) Delinquent Assessments: (See Exhibit A”) SHARON A. URIAS, Trustee, 8585 East Hartford Drive, Suite 700 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 Phone no. (480) 306-5458 Manner of trustee qualification: Member, State Bar of Arizona Name of trustee’s regulator: State Bar of Arizona. This is a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding to permit Painted Mountain Golf Villas Vacation Ownership Association, An Arizona Nonprofit Corporation, to pursue its in rem remedies under Arizona law. EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s) Address Undiv Int ICN Unit Assigned Yr Yrs Due Delinquent Assessments JESS H BALTIERRA & GINNY BALTIERRA 235 N Magma Ave Superior, AZ 85173, 1/52, 7A, 122P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; MINNIE L JONES PO Box 11264 Daytona Beach, FL 32120, 1/52, 20A, 123P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; D G SEXTON 2216 W. Curry St Chandler, AZ 85224, 1/52, 18A, 125, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; MICHAEL MC CLURE & LINDA MC CLURE 10915 Tuscancaisle San Antonio, TX 78249, 1/52, 39A, 224P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; DAVID G WADE & JAMIE S WADE P.O.1345 Midway, UT 84049, 1/52, 9A, 129, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; JOHN D OCKER JR & SHIRLEY F OCKER 22908 Murray St Dearborn, MI 48128, 1/104, 14O, 130, Biennial, 2018-2020, $1,116.20; PETER J HEINTZ & PATRICK J MCLAUGHLIN 1514 W Loughlin Dr Chandler, AZ 85224, 1/52, 18A, 227, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; ALAN C JEFFRIES & MARIVIC S JEFFRIES 9306 S Rhodes Ave Chicago, IL 60619, 1/52, 42A, 234, Annual, 2018-2020, $3,326.45; JOYCE A TAYLOR 364 Scenic Dr Steubenville, OH 43953, 1/52, 22A, 237P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08; AARON R HANSEN & AMY K ERICKSON 1812 W River St Monticello, MN 55362, 1/52, 30A, 237P, Annual, 2018-2020, $1,169.08;

Published: East Valley Tribune, June 20, 27, July 4, 11 , 2021 / 38489

THE SUNDAY EAST VALLEY TRIBUNE | JULY 11, 2021

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CITY OF MESA, ARIZONA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Mesa is seeking a qualified firm or team to act as the Construction Manager at Risk for the following: CENTRAL MESA REUSE PIPELINE PROJECT NO. CP0896PH01 The City of Mesa is seeking a qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) to provide Pre-Construction Services assistance and complete Construction Services as the CMAR for the Central Mesa Reuse Pipeline Project. All qualified firms that are interested in providing these services are invited to submit their Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) in accordance with the requirements detailed in the Request for Qualifications (RFQ). The following is a summary of the project. The required tasks will be reviewed with the selected CMAR and defined to meet the needs of the project as part of the contract scoping. The City of Mesa (City) desires to utilize delivery of reclaimed water produced at the Northwest Water Reclamation Plant (NWWRP) as part of a water exchange agreement with the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC). To facilitate this exchange, the City has determined that the construction of a 10.5 mile reclaimed water pipeline, expected to be 36inch diameter bar-wrapped concrete cylinder pipe per AWWA C303, will be necessary. The limits of this proposed pipeline can be found on the attached Exhibit. The final alignment investigation study for this new water pipeline will be made available with this solicitation and a finalized Hydraulic Analysis Study will be made available following this selection. See City of Mesa Engineering webpage for a link to the Alignment Investigation Study. The estimated construction cost is $57,000,000. The City anticipates completing construction in December 2024. An electronic Pre-Submittal Conference will be held on July 21, 2021, at 8 am through Microsoft Teams. If you would like to participate, please send an email to Donna Horn (donna.horn@mesaaz.gov) to request an invitation. At this meeting, City staff will discuss the scope of work and general contract issues and respond to questions from the attendees. Attendance at the pre-submittal conference is not mandatory and all interested firms may submit a Statement of Qualifications whether or not they attend the conference. All interested firms are encouraged to attend the Pre-Submittal Conference since City staff will not be available for meetings or to respond to individual inquiries regarding the project scope outside of this conference. In addition, there will not be meeting minutes or any other information published from the Pre-Submittal Conference. Contact with City Employees. All firms interested in this project (including the firm’s employees, representatives, agents, lobbyists, attorneys, and subconsultants) will refrain, under penalty of disqualification, from direct or indirect contact for the purpose of influencing the selection or creating bias in the selection process with any person who may play a part in the selection process. This policy is intended to create a level playing field for all potential firms, to assure that contract decisions are made in public, and to protect the integrity of the selection process. All contact on this selection process should be addressed to the authorized representative identified below. RFQ Lists. The RFQ is available on the City’s website at http://mesaaz.gov/business/engineering/construction-manager-at-risk-andjob-order-contracting-opportunities. The Statement of Qualifications shall include a one-page cover letter, plus a maximum of 10 pages to address the SOQ evaluation criteria (excluding resumes but including an organization chart with key personnel and their affiliation). Resumes for each team member shall be limited to a maximum length of two pages and should be attached as an appendix to the SOQ. Minimum font size shall be 10pt. Please provide one (1) electronic copy in an unencrypted pdf format to Engineering-RFQ@mesaaz.gov of the Statement of Qualifications by 2 pm on July 29, 2021. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Statements of Qualifications. The City is an equal opportunity employer. Firms who wish to do business with the City of Mesa must be registered in the City of Mesa Vendor Self Service (VSS) System (http://mesaaz.gov/business/purchasing/vendor-self-service). Questions. Questions pertaining to the Construction Manager at Risk selection process or contract issues should be directed to Donna Horn of the Engineering Department at donna.horn@mesaaz.gov.

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Published: East Valley Tribune, July 4, 11, 2021 / 39613

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