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Peaceful but forceful

BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

cottsdale Unified School District leadership unveiled plans last week to develop a model to promote equity and inclusivity in the district. The plan, introduced amid nationwide protests spurred by the death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer, was mensee SUSD page 10 tioned in a letter by

City, department to examine police tactics, policies BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

he City of Scottsdale and its police department have promised to review its “tactics and policies” in the wake of nationwide protests against police brutality and the Scottsdale Fashion Square riot, though it is still unclear what, if any, reform will see POLICE page 12

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1K protest peacefully in downtown Scottsdale BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

round 1,000 protestors marched through downtown Scottsdale June 7 in solidarity with marches across the country against police brutality and unequal treatment of African Americans. Protest organizer Armonee Jackson, youth and college president for Arizona NAACP, used the platform to call for justice, decry police brutality and shed light on the fear many black people live with on a daily basis. “There’s no reason I, at 22 years old, should be fearing for my 15-year-old brother’s life every single day,” she said. Scottsdale Police Chief Alan Rodbell met with Jackson and other protestors before the march kicked off at 5 p.m. and was present throughout the protest. The Police Department largely left protestors to their own devices, manning roadblocks and escorting protestors through the downtown while also occasionally passing out water bottles. Mayor Jim Lane and Councilwoman Suzanne Klapp also met with Jackson before the protest. “We just welcomed her to Scottsdale and thanked her having a peaceful protest,” Klapp said. The crowd included a mix of people from diverse backgrounds and age groups, from college students to young parents with children to elderly residents. “We’re all here for one reason,” said protestor Darius Holton. “No matter if you’re black, white, Mexican, Asian; we all just want change.” “It’s been going on for too long – police brutality has been going on for too long,” Holton said. “We want change in the system.” The scene was in stark contrast to the riot that shook the area around Scottsdale Fashion Square mall just one week prior, causing millions of dollars in damage to the mall and surrounding properties. The remnants of that night could still be felt, though, as National Guard vehicles – called into the area by Governor Doug Ducey in the wake of the riot –

Protest organizer Armonee Jackson, youth and college president for the Arizona NAACP, met with Scottsdale Police Chief Alan Rodbell, Mayor Jim Lane and Councilwoman Suzanne Klapp. (Pablo Robles/Progress Staff Photographer)

lined the streets. But the difference between the mall riot and the Sunday protest was night and day. “I think it was time for us to have one out here, but it was also just to show Doug (Ducey) that what happened at Fashion Square and all of that was not – we weren’t a part of that…” said William Reed, who led the protest alongside Jackson. Jackson, too, urged protestors to continue demonstrating peacefully but she still did not mince words. “I understand you’re pissed,” Jackson said. “I’m pissed…And I need you all to be pissed to create systemic change.” “But be peaceful,” she said. The march, which lasted several hours, moved through the southern end of downtown Scottsdale and, at one point, kneeling protestors filled up the entirety of the Drinkwater Bridge underpass with stragglers spilling out towards Indian School Road. The marchers dispersed of their own volition about 30 minutes before the 8 p.m. curfew imposed by Ducey last week. During the march, Jackson called for a number of reforms, including defunding police departments and rebuilding the system from the ground up. Jackson called for mandatory body

“We need to vote, so we don’t have to be out in these streets protesting (the death of black people) at the hands of white supremacy.” cameras for all police officers and using money saved from police department budgets to provide more education in low income communities. She also challenged all participants in the march to register and vote in upcoming elections. “We need to vote, so we don’t have to be out in these streets protesting (the death of black people) at the hands of white supremacy,” Jackson said. The voices of Jackson and other protestors rang through the streets of downtown Scottsdale throughout the evening as they used the bullhorn to challenge protestors to call out injustice when they see it. “Use your privilege for the benefit of communities of color,” Jackson said. Jackson said she organized the protest in Scottsdale to put pressure on Gov-

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anti-government group, marched through empty streets in downtown Scottsdale. “I think we’re in Kabul,” a woman riding by on a bike said to her friend. Some armed individuals were seen near the shops on Sunday, too, but they remained a mile or so away from the march and never made contact with protestors. Reed said the protestors were not deterred. “This is something that we’re passionate about; this is something that we’re going to keep going on about,” Reed said. In addition to Johnson, protesters called for justice for a number of other black people killed by police across the country in recent months, including Louisville, Kentucky resident Breonna Taylor and George Floyd, whose death in Minneapolis sparked nationwide protests that are still ongoing. The sheer size of the diverse crowd of protestors surprised many who showed up to the march, including the organizer herself. “Never did I ever in my lifetime think we in Arizona would be doing something like this right now,” Jackson said.

ernor Doug Ducey to provide answers about the death of Dion Johnson, who was shot and killed by an Arizona DPS officer on May 25, eluding the National Guard presence and the governor’s apparent soft spot for the city. “For some reason, he protects Scottsdale,” Jackson said, stating she hopes she hears the message of the protestors loud and clear. Ducey, who lives in neighboring Paradise Valley, has been largely silent on Johnson’s death, which is being investigated by the Phoenix Police Department. Ducey was a frequent target of protestors all night due to the lack of transparency in the Johnson case. “He’s just skipping around like nothings happening; like the lives of black people are not in danger,” Jackson said. At one point, Jackson and other protestors began calling the Governor by his first name, stating “we don’t put governor on his name, because he don’t act like one.” Reed said the group also chose Scottsdale, stating, “We’re not afraid

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Plans for big Entertainment District project filed BY WAYNE SCHUTSKY Progress Managing Editor

ars and clubs in downtown Scottsdale could give way to hotels, office space and retail shops, according to redevelopment plans submitted to the city. The plans give the clearest picture yet of The Scottsdale Collective, a major redevelopment, first reported by the Progress last December, that could significantly reshape the city’s downtown Entertainment District. The project is the latest in a slew of redevelopment projects proposing to bring new 150-foot buildings to downtown Scottsdale, a phenomenon that has drawn criticism – and one referendum – from locals opposed to increased heights and densities in the area. The Scottsdale Collective is the latest redevelopment from Shawn and Steven Yari of Stockdale Capital Partners, which owns much of the property in the Entertainment District, including the W Scottsdale hotel and the Galleria Corporate Centre. The development would include a total of 580,000 square feet of commercial space for retail, restaurant, hotel and office space along with over 512 residential units, according to conceptual development plans At a pitch to prominent locals last November, Shawn Yari said the project will diversify, not replace, the entertainment district. “This isn’t a blank canvas. This is a successful entertainment area in downtown Scottsdale,” Yari said. “The opportunity is piece by piece, time to time, there’ll be a piece of that canvas available for me to develop.” Overall, the plan calls for redeveloping 6.5 acres of Stockdale’s approximately 20 acres of property in the area and asks to rezone the area to type 3 commercial from a mix of type 2 and type 3 parcels, according to the development plan. The Old Town Scottsdale Character Area Plan allows for heights up to 150 feet – or 156 feet inclusive of rooftop mechanical – in type 3 areas if developers meet certain requirements, including providing public benefits. Current entitled heights in the enter-

With the Scottsdale Collective, developer Stockdale Capital is proposing the redevelopment of approximately 6.5 acres, or 27 percent, of the 24 acres it owns in downtown Scottsdale’s Entertainment District. (Special to the Progress)

The Scottsdale Collective development would include 200,000 square feet of commercial space and 146 residential units. (Special to the Progress)

tainment district are all over the place, ranging from 34 feet at the southeast corner Scottsdale and Camelback Roads to 90 feet at The Stetson Apartments and 150 feet on the site of the Marquee office building. Much of what would be redeveloped is tucked into three properties, including the parcel that fronts the Arizona Canal at the southeast corner of Camelback and Scottsdale Roads. That plan has the parcel being developed as City Center, which would include over 200,000 square feet of commercial space and 146 residential units along with a public art and park space and heights up to 150 feet along Scotts-

dale Road. “You have essentially an elevated park at your signature intersection,” project spokesman Jason Rose said. “I think (it) is really going to have a wow factor and be a point of pride for the community.” The project would also replace a number of existing clubs in the city’s entertainment district. The first project “out of the shoot” would be a hotel on what is now the Dakota bar, Rose said. The conceptual project plans also show hotels between 90 and 135 feet tall – along with space for restaurants, retail and office – going on the sites of The Mint and Maya Day & Nightclub.

When he pitched the project in November, Shawn Yari said he did not anticipate the same type of backlash that resulted in a referendum against Southbridge Two, a redevelopment that sought bring heights up to 150 feet to that area. “I don’t think you go in there into the quaint areas where the art galleries are and knock them down to build high rises. That’s insanity,” Yari said. “But if (an area is) under-utilized and there’s an opportunity, take the opportunity.” Rose said that, unlike other areas downtown, much of the Entertainment District is made up of dated buildings he described as “bland commercialism”. “That’s why the walking tours were so important,” Rose said. “It was important for people to get on the street and see that this is not 5th Avenue. This is not Main Street. This is not Charmsville by any stretch of the imagination.” But at least one Scottsdale resident who was a vocal opponent of Southbridge Two also has reservations about the Scottsdale Collective. “Traffic will be a mess, our views will be blocked, and it will be a construction war zone for many years causing traffic gridlock,” said Emily Austin, who worked on the Southbridge Two referendum. “How will this project benefit the community?” Austin conceded the area could use redevelopment but said the project is “too tall and too dense.” Proponents argue the project is exactly what the Entertainment District – and the rest of downtown Scottsdale – needs. Rose said The Scottsdale Collective would increase walkability between the area and the rest of downtown and also include a significant public art footprint. In November, Yari said the project would bring activity to an “under-utilized” area. Stockdale brought in Valerie Vadala Homer, former director of Scottsdale Public Art, to head up its public art efforts, which will include temporary and permanent installations. The development plan also calls for trees and a variety of shade structures to increase walkability and connectivity with other areas downtown.

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Council candidates discuss city-school ties

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t a candidate forum earlier this month, Scottsdale’s City Council hopefuls discussed the relationship between the city and local schools districts and staked out their positions on a range of recent hot-button issues, from Prop 420 to Southbridge Two. Though the city has no official role in the administration of school districts, Scottsdale’s leaders have historically had strong ties with Scottsdale Unified in the form of joint committees and other political support. Councilman Guy Phillips, who is running for re-election, pointed out that the city still has an ongoing relationship with SUSD in the form of intergovernmental contracts that allow for shared resources. For instance, over the past three years the district and city have agreed to at least a half dozen IGAs for shared use of facilities, including for the development and joint use of Apache Park. But others would like to see more cooperation. Kevin Maxwell, whose wife Bronwyn Maxwell is a special education teacher in SUSD, worked on the Yes to Children PAC that advocated for the passage of SUSD’s budget override last year. “I’m absolutely supportive of (SUSD), and if you look at the Scottsdale Education Association website, I have a statement up there saying so,” Maxwell said. Both Tammy Caputi and Bill Crawford connected the city-district relationship with the city’s overall health. “Young families and businesses, of course, consider the quality of schools when they think about relocating to our city,” Caputi said. “We need to have collaboration between our city leaders, our schools and we should even be partnering with (Scottsdale Community College).” Crawford admitted it is a complicated issue because Scottsdale is home to so many districts. In addition to SUSD, the city is also home to parts of the Paradise Valley Unified School District, Cave Creek Unified School District and Balsz School District along with a dozen or so private and charter schools.

said she supports giving school stakeholders a seat at the table moving forward. “But however, I agree, this is not a city council issue,” Linnig said. The candidates were also asked a handful of yes or no questions during a lightening round on a handful of contemporary hot button issues. Did you vote yes or no on Prop 420? Yes: Auerbach, Caputi, Crawford, Durham, Janik, Little, Phillips (from left to right, top to bottom): Tom Durham, Tammy Caputi, Wayne Schutsky, Guy Phillips, Becca No: Linnig, Maxwell Linnig, Bill Crawford, Betty Janik, John Little, Kevin Maxwell, Michael Auerbach. (Special to the Progress) Did you vote yes “So you can’t do everything for all, but Janik said. or no on Scottsdale’s Tom Durham, who coaches a mock trial most recent bond package? the schools that are within our boundaries, we can certainly do a lot to help, be- team at a local high school, also said the Yes: Caputi, Crawford, Durham, Janik, cause we’re going to get better citizens city should incorporate education into Linnig, Little, Maxwell, Phillips for the city of Scottsdale if we do every- the General Plan. No: Auerbach But other candidates brushed off the thing we can to help our school district,” Did you support a public vote on question, saying the current Council Southbridge Two? Crawford said. Betty Janik and John Little both called race should not be about school disYes: Auerbach, Durham, Janik, Linnig, for the city to include an education ele- tricts because they do not fall under Maxwell, Phillips city authority. ment in the general plan. No: Caputi, Crawford, Little “I think what this question is really Little cited a study from the Morrison Do you support legalization of recreInstitute at Arizona State University from about is financial support…these are ational marijuana? 2003 that highlighted the need to close two separate entities,” Phillips said. “The Yes: Caputi, Little, Maxwell widening gaps in educational attainment school board gets their funding from one No: Auerbach, Durham, Janik, Linnig, between the city’s northern and southern place and the city gets its funding from Phillips another and I don’t think they should be regions. Crawford did not answer the question “So I proposed almost a year ago now to co-mingled.” directly, only responding “it’s coming.” Public school districts derive their have a general plan incorporate an eduDid you support the most recent cation element, and I’m glad to hear that funding from property taxes that are al- budget override in your school dislocated though formulas set at the state trict? it’s getting some traction,” Little said. Janik said that incorporation could re- level and fall under the authority of their Yes: Caputi, Crawford, Durham, Janik, sult in increased sharing of facilities like local governing boards, the Maricopa Linnig, Little, Maxwell, Phillips County School Superintendent and the libraries and science labs. No: Auerbach The city did operate the Palomino Li- Arizona Department of Education. There has not been a budget override Noting there will be a school board election in Durham’s home district, Cave brary at Desert Mountain High School for many years, but both sides agreed election in November, Michael Auerbach Creek Unified School District, since he to transition the space to a school-only said. “Several of my opponents talk a lot moved there in 2017. The last override library operated by the district and city about education, well maybe they may be election in CCUSD failed in 2015. operations ceased at the location on in the wrong race and want to reconsider In response, Durham said “When you running for school board.” May 21. asked that question, my mind naturally “City council has to deal with public focused on the most recent override, “I think that we need to put elements in the general plan that address unifying the safety, finances, education, and all other which was the recent override for SUSD. city with the schools, because without a business operations and permitting of I was in favor of that override but since strong school system you don’t have the the city,” Auerbach said. I am in the Cave Creek district, I couldn’t Linnig, an SUSD parent for 20 years, vote on it. Sorry for the mistake.” strongest city you possibly could have,”

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outgoing Superintendent John Kriekard to families and elaborated at a special governing board meeting on June 9. “The recent events surrounding the tragic death of George Floyd and all that is represented by that atrocity provided an opportunity for change,” Kriekard said. “I share in the concern and compassion felt by so many for the hurt and suffering of people in communities around our nation.” Kriekard’s announcement was short on details, though he said the district would assemble a special committee later this summer to make recommendations on how the district can better serve students, families and staff of all backgrounds. New Superintendent Scott Menzel, who takes over for Kriekard on July 1, said the district has already identified some members of that committee and that he is fully committed to seeing the program through. “I intend to be very involved in the process,” Menzel said. “Establishing a committee with diverse representation, both within the school system and in the larger

community is important and a necessary first step but a committee by itself doesn’t represent action.” Menzel said the change the district is trying to effect takes time. He said it is more than simply convening a committee and providing some professional development, then “call it a day.” “And so, we have to go beyond just having a committee…to moving towards specific action steps that will ensure we’re meeting the needs of all of our students.” Kriekard said the committee responsible for setting program’s agenda would be made up of “people who have been active and people who have voiced their opinion,” including some teachers and students already engaged in related issues. That could include Olivia Allen, the Arcadia High School student who was behind the district’s decision to light up the football fields at all of its high schools for 8 minutes 46 seconds at 8:46 p.m. on June 6 in solidarity with nationwide protests over Floyd’s death, Kriekard said. “We all know that our children will lead the way and she is most definitely one

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that is doing so,” Governing Board Vice President Patty Beckman said. Kriekard said the district would also engage local non-profit Communities Celebrating Diversity as it looks for committee members. The non-profit already partners with the district to put on its annual MLK Day celebrations. When implemented, the plan would bring SUSD in line with other East Valley districts like Kyrene and Chandler Unified that already have similar models in place. Those two districts implemented equity programs several years ago to address wide disparities in academic performance and discipline between white students and students of color, particularly African Americans. “There’s a time in the life of every organization and within our society to really reflect on where we are and where we need to be, and to think about the ways in which we fall short of our ideals,” Menzel said. Overall, the equity and inclusion project received overwhelming support from the board. President Allyson Beckham reflected on the ways she is continuing to educate herself on issues surrounding systemic racism and said she is committed to supporting the initiative for the rest of her term, which runs through 2020. “In the last six months in my term on the SUSD Governing Board, I commit to

focusing my efforts to make sure that this committee and the district keeps a focus on the goal,” she said. Still, it is unclear exactly what role the board itself will play in the initiative. Kriekard recommended that district staff bring updates to the board for input but recommended against putting the committee formation up for board approval “because once the board approves, anytime something changes, we have to come back to you for more changes.” Any recommendations presented by the board – be they new curriculum adoptions or financial commitments to new programs – would likely require board approval as a matter of district policy. The board did not push back against Kriekard’s recommendation, but did suggest a handful of ideas they would like incorporated into the new model. Beckman and Jann-Michael Greenburg said the district should continue hosting teen town halls to give students a voice in the process. The district hosted two town halls last year at Arcadia and Saguaro high schools. Kriekard said SUSD already has some programs in place that could be carried forward as part of this new project, including restorative justice training for assistant principals the district rolled out this past year. Restorative justice is a form of con-

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result from the process. “Scottsdale joins our nation in expressing outrage over the senseless death of George Floyd on the streets of Minneapolis, and our compassion and support for his family and those left behind,” said a letter signed by Mayor Jim Lane, City Manager Jim Thompson and Police Chief Alan Rodbell. “With the officers responsible for his death being criminally charged,” it continued, “it is our hope that healing can now begin.” The letter also denounced the May 3031 riot at the mall, which occurred in the midst of nationwide protests over police brutality and unequal treatment of black communities. Both Lane and Rodbell met with Armonee Jackson, organizer of a peaceful protest in downtown Scottsdale on June 6, and reiterated that they did not believe the riot was connected to marches against police brutality. “We add our voices to those calling for criminal justice reform, a critical step on this most important journey,” the letter read. “We share the community’s anger

Scottsdale Mayor Jim Lane meets with protest organizer Armonee Jackson before a peaceful protest that drew around 1,000 people to downtown Scottsdale on June 7. (Photo by Pablo Robles/Progress Staff Photographer)

over the senseless attack on Scottsdale this past weekend. We denounce anyone who is taking the national movement demanding justice for George Floyd and for all people of color, and twisting it into an excuse for mindless destruction.” Scottsdale Police have received substantial criticism from residents and business owners in recent weeks for its response to

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the riot, which caused millions of dollars in damage. The department justified its response by stating it was prioritizing the protection of occupied residences and human life over empty businesses. No major injuries or deaths were reported as a result of the riot. Mayor Jim Lane echoed that sentiment but acknowledged that the department underestimated the number of people who would show up at the mall after social media posts began calling for looting earlier on May 30. “There is a partially good result in that worse things didn’t happen,” Lane said. “It wasn’t, as some people have decried, mass destruction. Nor was it where anybody was injured and thankfully no one was killed.” Lane said the department has been active in weeks following the riots, citing 20 arrests directly related to the event and $50,000 in stolen goods recovered by Scottsdale PD. According to the letter, the department will review its response to the riot. “A complete review of how we handled this incident will follow, once the danger has passed, and we will learn from this experience to better serve Scottsdale moving forward,” it said. While it is unclear exactly what the review will encompass, Lane said it is important that the department show accountability. “I think when you enter into something like this, that involves rioting and looting and vandalism, it’s generally never a great result one way or the other. But we do

stand on the idea that we think we have some solid accountability taking place,” Lane said. Lane also said the department is working on its ability to parse social media chatter and differentiate between posts like those calling for the mall riots and organized peaceful protests. Though not addressed directly in the letter, it appears the city will review the department’s useof-force policies. Other city police departments around the country – including Phoenix – have made moves to ban chokeholds and other controversial tactics that have been blamed for civilian deaths. Lane said the city is working closely with Campaign Zero, a national non-profit that launched the 8 Can’t Wait campaign, which proposes eight standards police can adopt to reduce harm. The eight steps include requiring deescalation and use of force continuums, banning chokeholds, requiring warning before officers use a firearm, banning shooting at moving vehicles and comprehensive reporting on uses of force. The initiative also calls for requiring officers to exhaust all other means of deescalation before resorting to force and to intervene when they reasonably believe that a fellow officer is using or is about to use unnecessary or excessive force. According to the 8 Can’t Wait database, Scottsdale only meets two of its eight suggestions. But Lane said the information for Scottsdale PD is “outdated or, at the very least, incomplete” and that the city is working to get up-to-date information to Campaign Zero. Scottsdale Police spokesman Officer Kevin Watts said, “The Scottsdale Police Department adheres to all eight policies.” Lane indicated that a comprehensive review of police policies would be forthcoming and a city spokesman said the city reach out to residents. “The City of Scottsdale is committed to community dialogue as we participate in the national discourse about police, use of force and race relations in America,” Kelly Corsette said. “We want to hear what our community thinks.” Corsette said residents can voice their opinions to Scottsdale’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Human Relations Commission, police or City Council. The city is also in communication with the leaders of the June 7 protest to help facilitate a community conversation.

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flict resolution that focuses on mediation, communication and problem solving over traditional punishments for misbehavior. Kriekard said the restorative justice program in the district has been an “amazingly successful program with very few repeat offenders.” Many of the changes the board suggested focused on how students are taught and treated in the classroom. Beckman said the district needs to hire more educators of color – a call to action she heard from students at the town halls last year. SUSD’s student population is approximately 63 percent white, 23 percent Hispanic, 5 percent Asian, 5 percent Black, 3 percent Native American and 0.21 percent Pacific Islander, according to a school report card prepared by the Arizona Department of Education. While no data is available on the district’s teacher demographics, statewide numbers show the teaching pool is less diverse than Scottsdale’s student population. “No longer can we afford to say there’s a teacher shortage and that we don’t have many educators of color applying,” Beckman said. “We need to go and find them; I want to hear that we are actively recruiting in areas and in ways that we don’t typically recruit in.” Beckman also called on the district to provide bias training for its existing teachers. Greenburg, a former Arcadia High School student himself, called on the district to take another look at its curriculum and use supplemental materials to give a more accurate picture of the nation’s history.

“A big part of this is understanding history in our country…as I’m sure you all saw some of the commentary sometimes romanticizes what happens in the past,” Greenburg said. Menzel will have his hands full as he takes the reins of SUSD and navigates how the district will reopen schools during an unprecedented pandemic. But he said that it is imperative that he and the rest of the district make time to have these important discussions on race and inclusion. Menzel, for his part, said he will draw on his experiences at the Washtenaw Intermediate School District in Michigan, where the district adopted a program called Courageous Conversations on Race and that his background could be used to help frame the conversation. Beyond that, the new superintendent plans to listen to the community and what it needs. “As a white person in a position of leadership…I recognize that I have certain experiences that allow me to see the world in a certain way,” Menzel said. “I need to be able to understand how that’s different from our Latino families and from our black families and from our Asian families and every other group within the school district.” And while he acknowledged that the formation of the committee is a good first step, Menzel cautioned anyone expecting quick results to practice patience. “We didn’t get to where we are overnight, and this is not a one-time professional development or something that happens quickly and all of a sudden we’ve solved race relation issues,” he said. “This is a commitment that we have to make on an ongoing basis.”

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Rose said the hope is to expand Scottsdale’s Canal Convergence art festival to the area. The project could become the latest political football in the 2020 races for mayor and City Council – and not just because of potential backlash against 150-foot heights. In December 2019, the Progress reported that local business owner Bill Crawford – a former harsh critic of the Yaris and the entertainment district – had joined the project team as a paid liaison to the local business community. The project also brought in local activist Andrea Alley as a liaison to residents. Crawford has since entered the race for City Council and his campaign received $4,000 from the Yaris as of April 15. But Crawford, if elected, would not have a say if any part of Scottsdale Covenant comes before the Council after he takes office since the city’s ethics code requires recusal if a City Council member has a financial interest in a project. “I will follow the Scottsdale ethics

guidelines and recuse myself,” Crawford told the Progress. But Austin said she has concerns that the developers will try to push the project through the City Council this year. There are several candidates on the ballot – including Betty Janik, Tom Durham, Bob Littlefield and David Ortega – who have been critical of increased heights downtown and actively participated in the Southbridge Two referendum. If elected, some from that group could potentially swing the Council majority if the project doesn’t get approved this year. “My fear is that (Shawn) Yari desperately wants to push this through the City Council majority before the election,” Austin said. Several members of the current council have received campaign contributions from the Yaris or associated entities in the past, including Council members Virginia Korte and Suzanne Klapp, both of whom are running for mayor. “We already know that the city saved Yari $20 million by not making him go below grade for parking on the (Marquee), which added probably 50 feet or

so to the height of the building,” Austin said. The Marquee office building, planned next to the Galleria, was originally approved in 2016 at 90 feet but Stockdale came back to Council in August 2019 and received approval to increase to 150 feet on a split 4-3 vote. Rose said Stockdale does not want a repeat of the divisiveness that marked the Marquee debate, so the company did ample community outreach to collect feedback from local businesses and residents and create a project the community could support. “We’ve gotten a tremendous amount of feedback on the front end because the goal is not a 4-3 vote,” Rose said. He likened the outreach to what was done with Museum Square, a forthcoming development in the Arts District that overcame opposition centered on heights and parking and eventually received unanimous approval from the City Council in 2019. “And I think Museum Square and Gentry on the Green are two recent examples of the benefits of that work on the front end rather than working the rosary beads on the back end,” Rose said.

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Desert Mountain grad a Presidential Scholar cause he is a learner. He takes feedback, really listens and puts his best foot forward. I really admire him.” Hirsch also said in a release that she wouldn’t be surprised if he wins a Nobel Prize for his work in robotics someday. “I really admire him,” Hirsch added. Jake’s achievements run long. Not only did the 18-year-old lead Desert Mountain’s robotics team to numerous competition titles, he also created state and national awardwinning graphic design

works and is considered one of the most accomplished members of Scottsdale Unified School District’s Class of 2020. “Jake has excelled at everything he sets his mind to. It has been an honor these past four years, watching him become the man that he is,” said CTE instructor Bernie Fritts, one of Jake’s mentors. “ Fritts helped hone Jake’s skills in the graphic design and advertising art courses he teaches at Desert Mountain. Jake contributed more than 1,800 hours of community service to the high school’s clubs and causes, including volunteering for STEM programs and hosting technology device workshops for senior citizens. In addition to playing an instrument role in establishing, funding, and mentoring student robotics teams around the

medical decisions,” Kate told the Progress. “However, our student advisory group did recommend that an emphasis be placed on student mental health, especially for younger students who were more stressed by the upheaval. "The guidelines put out by Kathy address that concern. They encourage schools to be watching and assessing students who appear to be under stress.” Between the way the 2019-20 school year ended with a three-month shutdown and the uncertainties that hover over the coming year, she indicated, that stress is not likely to end quickly. For Kate, it’s not so much a matter of stress as it is a concern for both the health of her classmates and teachers – and the future of public education. “I do worry that students will not follow guidelines to wear masks,” said

Kate, who also is a member of Chaparral Student Government and the Scottsdale Mayor’s Youth Council. “There is zero possibility that we can maintain social distancing in my classes as they stand currently,” she explained. “I have had an average of over 30 students in every class I have attended since fifth grade. Additionally, I doubt that students would have the ability to wash their hands, even before eating, at a large high school like Chaparral. “While I am not concerned for my own health, I do have some teachers that would fall into the high-risk group. I would rather those teachers go to online rather than retire. I personally, am willing to adjust my schedule and expectations to work around the needs of staff.”

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esert Mountain High School graduate Jake Okun has been named one of 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in Career and Technical Education. “I am more than honored to be named a 2020 U.S. Presidential Scholar and to represent Desert Mountain High School, Scottsdale Unified School District and the state of Arizona,” said Jake, one of this year’s 161 Presidential Scholars. One of the nation’s highest honors for high school seniors, Presidential Scholars are cited for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields. “Jake is an amazing young man and is so humble,” said Desert Mountain Principal Dr. Lisa Hirsch. “I think he won be-

Desert Mountain High School graduate Jake Jake was named one of 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in Career and Technical Education (CTE). (Courtesy of SUSD/Jake Jake)

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Chaparral student helped state with school reopening plan BY PAUL MARYNIAK Progress Executive Editor

t age 15, Kate McDowell has developed a keen interest in public policy – and had the rare opportunity to contribute to it. The Scottsdale teen, a junior at Chaparral High School, was a member of state Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman’s Student Advisory Board – which played a role in the formation of the 35-page guidance document for reopening schools in Arizona. And overall, Kate thinks the document reflects students’ concerns. She also indicated they had other concerns that go beyond reopening. Those largely remain with the Legislature. “Having viewed the reopening guidelines, I would have to say that, by and large, those guidelines were shaped by

Kate McDowell of Scottsdale enjoyed her time as a student advisor. (Jennifer McDowell/Special to the Progress)

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able for older or immunocompromised teachers at the elementary school level,” she said. “I have concerns about how the districts will clean the schools and where the additional funding will come from. Lastly and less importantly – but still something I think about – I am concerned about missing all of the events that make school memories like homecoming and Flash and pep rallies, etc.” As for emotional health, she said, “I haven’t heard any student express fears

or anxiety for themselves but they are concerned for their parents and teachers.” She evoked mixed feelings about the new normal that likely will prevail at her school and most others come the start of the 2020-21 year. “I love attending football games at Chaparral. But, the student section, known as The Bird Cage, is packed like sardines,” she said. “If you didn’t bring a water bottle with you, you are going to be thirsty because you cannot move to go purchase anything. "I cannot see how we could ‘socially distance’ at a football game. Perhaps they could limit the number of attendees but that seems so depressing.” “Like our large class sizes, there is no feasible way to maintain social distance in our inside corridors,” she continued. “I suppose, you could have the classrooms closest to the doors exit first and then evacuate class by class. But you would be taking up quite a bit of time during pass periods, further limiting time that students can wait to wash their hands. “Honestly, if students go back to school, the real answer is that there is no way students can maintain social distancing,” she said. “I think the only reasonable thing we can expect is that students might be persuaded to wear masks.” Kate also takes the bigger picture into her view. “I think that Arizona schools will open whether it is feasible or not,” she said. “The economy was shut down, not just by the stay-at-home orders but by parents needing to be home to provide child care. This highlights the importance of our public schools. “I think we can all see that you cannot maintain a strong economy without our schools providing childcare as well

as an education. I fear that the efforts schools will be forced to put into having us return will further lessen our resources. We were already underfunded and this will be a huge cost.” Kate’s public-policy involvement began well before she entered Chaparral. She was president of the Cocopah Student Council as an eighth grader and her guidance counselor at Chaparral suggested she apply for Hoffman’s advisory council because “she knew of my long-held interest in public policy, student government and my advocacy for public education.” The council has met regularly with Hoffman on a variety of issues. “Our very first meeting with Kathy, she spent most of her time listening to us,” Kate said. “She wanted to know from the students themselves, what was working well in education and what was not working. “I still recall that the number one issue for all the committee students was their dislike with taking up so much valuable class time with standardized tests. Another big topic of concern was school safety. Students across the state worry about the prevalence of mass shootings in schools. Other topics that we explored were the importance of the census, top priorities for where we most wanted additional funding – some students needed upgraded technology at their schools, others needed money for facilities maintenance, and extracurriculars, especially STEM-based, like robotics. “I distinctly recall a conversation we had about how students with special needs or non-native- English speakers were at a disadvantage when it comes to standardized testing and school in general.” During their last meeting, Hoffman

wanted to know their experience with online learning. “By and large, the students on the committee were happy to have the ability to learn at our own pace,” Kate said. “However, the younger students on the committee really missed the daily interaction with their teachers and friends. At the time of our last meeting, not knowing how the fall semester would look, we gave as much detailed information as we could so that they would know what worked and what didn’t with online learning.” As for her own experience with distance learning, she said, “Completing assignments was challenging at times. However, my teachers quickly adapted to an online format. While I missed daily interaction with teachers and other students, I found that I was able to finish my work quickly despite taking all Honors and AP level courses.” Kate is confident that Scottsdale Unified officials will come up with a workable plan that will protect the health of students and staff, though she accepts the likelihood of things being different. “I think schools will just have to be creative about using their outdoor spaces,” she said. "If districts are providing daily bus transportation, I would imagine they can figure that out.” Though she has lots of time to think about her post-high school destination, Kate already has toured four colleges around the country and hopes to do more, but not until spring. “This pandemic hasn’t altered what I am looking for in a college,” she said. “I have read articles in which students are rethinking the cost of college and looking for less expensive alternatives, like local community colleges. I am still interested in exploring all of my options.”

country and the world, Jake was also one of several SUSD high school robotics students who successfully lobbied the Governing Board in 2017 to convert after-school robotics clubs into forcredit classes. “We could not be more proud of the hard work and dedication this young man has shown,” said Jake’s mom, Michelle Levin Jake. “In these uncertain

times, there is still positivity out there. Keep shining and making us proud.” Jake plans to attend the Barrett Honors College at Arizona State University and major in mechanical engineering. He’ll then go on to earn a master’s degree and doctorate. “As I continue to pursue higher education, I will never forget the foundation that has been laid for me and the opportunities that SUSD provides for high school students,” Jake said.

U.S. Education Secretary Betsy Devos said, “These exemplary young people have excelled inside the classroom and out. And while they are facing unprecedented challenges as they graduate from high school into a world that looks much different than it did just a few months ago, their determination, resilience and commitment to excellence will serve them well as they pursue their next steps.” The White House Commission on

Presidential Scholars selects scholars annually based on their academic success, artistic and technical excellence, essays, school evaluations, and transcripts, as well as evidence of community service, leadership and demonstrated commitment to high ideals. Of the more than 5,300 candidates who qualified for this year’s awards, three students from Arizona were awarded. Information: ed.gov/psp

As Scottsdale Unified continues to work on its reopening plan, Kate has other concerns as well – especially about what school will look like when campuses reopen. “My chief concerns are that while older at-risk teachers at the high school level can feasibly teach online until the danger has passed, that is less do-

“I have concerns about how the districts will clean the schools and where the additional funding will come from. Lastly, and less importantly – but still something I think about – I am concerned about missing all of the events that make school memories like homecoming and Flash and pep rallies, etc.”

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t a time when many businesses struggle to stay a�loat, others are thriving – like Scottsdale-based home window and door installation company Modern Resolution Windows & Doors. By harnessing the power of social media, video chatting services such as Zoom and online advertising and marketing, relatively new Modern Resolution doubled sales this spring. “Generally, this type of time of the year is the busiest time in terms of it’s right before the summer, so people are rushing to do their improvements on the home. It’s just a good time of year, overall,” said Jacob Secrest, director of operations. The coronavirus pandemic could have impacted sales, as it did other industries, but the Modern Resolution team quickly pivoted to utilize Zoom to conduct online consultations. “So, instead of having both homeowners for two hours in a room, we can go online, sit down on Zoom and just talk. Then we send the measure tech out after,” Secrest explained. “It worked in ways that I wouldn’t have expected,” he added. “It’s just become so much more ef�icient.” Secrest said switching to online consultations is an idea that’s been tossed around within the home window and door installation industry over the past few years. But owners have been hesitant to switch from a model that so heavily relied on inperson, face-to-face interaction. “There’s some foundational things about the industry that are up for change. And since we are still young, we still can maneuver to where we can actually make windows way more affordable,” Secrest said. The consultation goes a little something like this: Historically, someone comes to the

Scottsdale-based home window and door installation company Modern Resolution Windows & Doors doubled their sales amid the pandemic by embracing technology, like Zoom. (Modern Resolution Windows & Doors)

home, gives a long, drawn-out p re s e n t a t i o n about windows, and only after will they give an estimate. “That kind of selling is, in my opinion, on its way out,” Jacob Secrest is the Secrest said. director of operations “What we did of Modern Resolution is something a Windows & Doors. (Modlot more pragern Resolution Windows & Doors) matic.” Secrest believes what has sets Modern Resolution apart from its competition since its founding in January 2019 is their unique lead conversion approach, which relies on transparency and honesty. “Honesty trumps everything, especially this type of business,” Secrest said. “What we’re trying to do,” he continued, “is just make it very common, like, ‘Hey, windows are going to be $600 to $900 a window.’ What we do is hone in on the fact that you’re going to get a good deal. We’re

honest with you in giving you every single option in regards to installation.” Secrest doesn’t call it a sales pitch; rather, he describes the consultation process as marketing. “It’s more of an education rather than a sales pitch. And people are really liking that,” he said. And during the Zoom consultations, the Modern Resolution team gives clients a “100 percent accurate quote” with no price changes – “at all, period,” he said. As businesses reopen and nonessential employees gradually return to work, Secrest said Modern Resolution will “one hundred percent” embrace online consultations moving forward. “I think people are getting more open to the idea of doing something like this online because it creates a level of comfort,” Secrest said. “I would say it’s a big part of the ‘new normal,’ without question,” John Waters, owner of Waters Business Consulting in southern Scottsdale, said of businesses leveraging technology in the wake of the pandemic. To help businesses survive and even thrive during the pandemic, Waters pub-

lished a business plan entitled “10 Points for your 90 Day B.E.S.T. Plan (Business Economic Success Tools).” No. 7 of that plan is “use digital and online” for communications, marketing, sales, operations, �inance, and more. “Leverage technology and get used to it,” Waters wrote. “This will change how we do business going forward once this pandemic is over.” Waters said not only will businesses likely become more �lexible with their remote work policies, but they’ll also embrace online to become more ef�icient. “The online is huge in terms of creating relevance for yourself out there, both on the social platforms and also �inding opportunities to do webinars and to promote yourself,” Waters said. “You’re going to see more ef�iciencies come out of this, more technology coming out of this, new innovative marketing coming out of this, ways to �ind new business, new industries,” he added. Alexi Venneri, co-founder and CEO of Digital Air Strike, the leading consumer engagement technology company, agrees. Venneri said that now is an important time for business owners to re-evaluate their tools and processes while embracing new ways of doing business. “When the dust settles, retailers that have learned to adapt will come out of the slowdown much faster and be more ef�icient. Consumers will ultimately win and appreciate retailers that are doing business in a new way,” Venneri said. Though Modern Resolution started with “super-organic” face-to-face marketing, Secrest said they aren’t afraid to try something new. “We have to completely reorganize and restructure the way we have to market,” Secrest said, “but I would say, for the most part, we’ve done extremely well during this time.” Information: modernresolutionwindows.com

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D1 Scottsdale takes �itness to another level BY ZACH ALVIRA Progress Sports Editor

new training facility that caters to the needs of athletes and everyday �itness recently opened its �irst location in Scottsdale. D1 Training opened to the public two weeks ago near the intersection of Scottsdale Road and East Joan de Arc Avenue. Owned by Scottsdale residents Mike and Kristen Baker, the 7,000-square-foot facility offers training for a wide variety of individual, including kids. “Everyone in here works with coaches in a group class that will help guide you in the right direction to meet your �itness goals,” Kristen said. “Our coaches can tailor to a 7-year-old and then turn it up a notch in the afternoon with a professional athlete. We want to create a community for everyone to come in and enjoy themselves.” Franchised by a slew of former and current professional athletes, including former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning and Denver Broncos Super Bowl MVP linebacker Von Miller, D1 has long been one of the premier training facilities in the Midwest and southeast part of the United States. But when the Bakers saw an opportunity to franchise D1 and bring the concept to Arizona, it was one they couldn’t pass up. “The D1 model itself is something we have always heard about,” Mike said. “The concept of an elite training facility regardless of what your athletic ability is, was appealing to both of us.” A former collegiate soccer player at Lambuth University in Tennessee, Mike knows the importance of a good training regimen. Kristen, who graduated from South Alabama with a sports medicine degree, has also been deeply involved with �itness. Both have extensive backgrounds in medical and pharmaceutical sales. Mike focused his profession solely

D1’s coaches have the ability to not only provide general �itness for patrons, but some are able to provide sport-speci�ic activities that can bene�it athletes of all ages in any sport. The gym has already catered to as many as 20 professional athletes from a variety of different sports seeking a viable training option during the coronavirus pandemic. The facility itself is out�itted with several strength and cardio machines, as well as free weights, resistance bands and other equipment to ful�ill a full body workout. There is also D1 Scottsdale recently opened the doors an area with arti�icial turf, to its 7,000-square-foot facility aimed at catering to athletes and everyday ﬁtness allowing for cardio training that closely resembles the goers in the Valley. (Pablo Robles/Progress Staff) same surface most athletes ness training to the Valley. train on during the season. Every training session So far, feedback has been positive. at D1 is done in a group “The feedback has been extremely posisetting, lasting roughly tive,” Mike said. “To have such a big brand 54 minutes. Coached by and to see the names involved, along with one of the gym’s certi�ied the new facility, the turf and all the equiptrainers, many of whom ment, everyone is enjoying it. It’s been have achieved the high- very overwhelming and encouraging to est level of certi�ication see what has happened so far.” for trainers, every workBoth Mike and Kristen said they �ind out highlights the �ive key joy in being able to bring a new level of elements athletic-based training and �itness to Arizona, which as training: dynamic warm- of late has become home to several upMike and Kristen Baker jumped at the opportunity to up, performance, strength, and-coming athletes at all levels. franchise D1, a prominent training facility primarily core and conditioning and “Especially right now with everything located in the southeast part of the United States. cool down. that is happening, it’s ful�illing to be able (Pablo Robles/Progress Staff) The groups all vary to provide a place that can almost be seen by age. D1 caters to the as an outlet to continue focusing on the on D1 after nearly 20 years in the business. Kristen, meanwhile, has over 10 “Rookie” (7-11), “Developmental” (12- goal you’re trying to achieve,” Kristen years of experience and continues to 14) and “Prep” (15-18). It also hosts boot said. “I just enjoy being able to provide camp and strength training groups for that space for you no matter what level work in the industry. you may be at.” Together, they brought a new level of �it- adults.

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Polo party has a new name, bigger footprint BY KRISTINE CANNON Progress Staff Writer

he Scottsdale Polo Party won’t be celebrating its 10th anniversary in quarantine. The most-attended polo event in North America is still on – but under a new name. Created and organized by the owners of the Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships, the Stella Artois Polo Classic will take place of the Polo Party at WestWorld of Scottsdale in November. The Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships, however, will return in 2021. “We had a blow-out, blockbuster plan for November with incredible new elements along with old favorites. We have adjusted, to say the least,” said event co-founder Jason Rose. “It’s going to be an amazing experience, a safe experience, fun experience, but we wanted to start the messaging with the name change,” Rose added. At the Stella Artois Polo Classic, expect a much more open-air experience: tables will be spaced six feet apart; tailgating (the most popular ticket option) will include increased space between cars; the VIP tent will be expanded to 100 yards; and the Riot House DJ tent will be more of an open-air concert. “Our canvas is gigantic," Rose said, adding the event will include “some very progressive things to maintain the essence of why people love this event” while also addressing any safety concerns. The event will not only have an increased number of entrances, but it will also implement more safety protocols, including having the tented areas modeled after guidelines for restaurants. And while masks are not required,

The Stella Artois Polo Classic at WestWorld’s outdoor polo ﬁeld will feature extensive social distancing and open-air options, as well as a charity aspect. (The Stella Artois Polo Classic)

“fashionable” masks will be included in this year’s ticket price. “We’ve taken a very, I think, thoughtful approach. This is our plan today. It will continue to be refined,” Rose said. According to Rose, the increased distancing shouldn’t impact the number of people they allow into the event that typically draws thousands of people. Last year alone, the Scottsdale Polo Party had more than 12,000 attendees. “[Attendees] can feel confident in coming based on preparations that have taken place as well as the fact that our environment is entirely outdoors,” Rose said. “It seems people are expressing more comfort being outdoors than being indoors.” New to the event this year: a prom for high school students who missed their own. Every high school student with an ID will be able to attend the Polo Classic – including the prom – for free. “It was heartbreaking to see graduations cancel their celebrations and proms and the greatest moments in

people’s lives. So, we said, can we do something to help?” Rose said. This also led the organizers to put a greater emphasis on giving back to nonprofits and schools. Nonprofits and schools can host fundraisers or donor “thank you” events with zero or very little cost through sales of tickets and tables in their own reserved areas. The Polo Classic will also donate tables to organizations that would like to participate to use as they please, and the nonprofits and schools can keep all of the revenue generated from their ticket and table sales. “We sent out letters to every charity in town,” Rose said, adding that, so far, they’ve received interest from a few. The Polo Classic will still host a couple crowd-favorite events, including the Canine Couture Dog Fashion Show and the World’s Longest Catwalk Fashion Show by Phoenix Fashion Week. “Interestingly enough, a lot of our elements just allow for social distancing,” Rose said.

Organizers considered canceling this year’s Polo Party. “There are people that said, ‘Hey, skip a year,’” Rose said. “And when you look at sports events, the Wimbledon said, ‘We’re not moving forward this year.’ The British Open said, ‘We’re not moving forward this year.’ Other events are moving forward without fans.” But two things propelled organizers forward. “One was the response from customers. The significant majority said this is one of [their] favorite events of the year [and they] always look forward to it,” Rose said. The second was the space. “We have a massive field outdoors to work with. The polo field is three times the size of an American football field,” Rose said. Their biggest challenge to moving forward with the event was economic uncertainty. “Every major event is going through right now: If you in spend all of this money up front and you have a resurgence of COVID in the fall and the government comes in and shut you down, that’s a very bad thing from a business standpoint to happen. You have to think through all of that. What sponsors will come back? What type of tickets will people buy?” Rose said. But Rose is hopeful that this year’s event will be a fun experience. “And then in 2021, it will return. Knock on wood, it will return,” Rose said. The Stella Artois Polo Classic will be held either Nov. 7 or 14 at WestWorld of Scottsdale, and medical professionals, active military, and veterans can attend the event for free. The final date and all details will be released no later than Aug. 15. Information: thepoloparty.com

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rom free meals and penny drafts to “manly” brunches and grilling kits, Scottsdale-area restaurants are offering stellar dine-in and take-out specials for Father’s Day this year. For those comfortable dining in, the Americano at Chauncey Lane has a Father’s Day experience that starts the moment Dad steps foot inside the 7,000-square-foot restaurant. As part of the Americano’s “Wagyu, Whiskey and Cigar” special, which costs $85 per person, guests are greeted with their choice of Zaddy’s Beer, Grand Canyon Prickly Pear Vodka or Pacifico Clara Carreno Espadin with Chili-Salt. That’s followed by an indulgent meal that includes wood-fired sirloin Wagyu steak and frites or pappardelle pasta. Dad will also be treated with a glass of Very Old Barton Kentucky Straight Bourbon and will be given a cigar to The Americano Special: “Wagyu, Whiskey and Cigar” menu for $85 per person; optional $35 wine pairing available Where: 17797 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-573-0001 Website: theamericanorestaurant.com

Bourbon & Bones Special: 14 oz. prime New York strip, Lobster Oscar-style for $60 Where: 4200 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-629-4922 Website: bourbonandbonesaz.com Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers Special: All dads eat for free Where: Various locations Website: coldbeers.com

This year for Father’s Day, Los Sombreros is selling $50 grill-at-home kits that include two steaks, two chicken breasts, a build-your-own tomato and Oaxaca cheese salad kit, one pint of rice, one pint of black beans or refried beans, four ﬂour tortillas, 5 ounces of shredded jack cheese, and a 32-ounce growler of beer of Dad’s choice. (Los Sombreros)

Here are Father’s Day food specials in Scottsdale. Daily Dose Specials: Three special dishes, including Pork Chop & Eggs for $14 and Chilaquiles Benedict and $13, and two drink specials, including $15 bottles of champagne and $5 house Bloody Mary’s Where: 4020 N. Scottsdale Road, #101 Call: 480-994-3673 Website: dailydosegrill.com Fired Pie Special: Par-baked take ‘n’ bake pizzas for $14 Where: Various locations Website: �iredpie.com

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Hearth ‘61 at Mountain Shadows Specials: Brunch from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a special braised short rib hash for $16 or select any of the classics from the seasonal brunch menu; for dinner, a threecourse prix-�ixe meal from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., including pan-seared Dungeness crab cake, oven-roasted barbecue beef brisket, and key lime pie for $49 per person plus tax and gratuity Where: 5445 E. Lincoln Drive Call: 480-624-5458 Website: mountainshadows.com

take home. For a more casual meal, head to one of Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers' various locations for a free meal — really, all fathers eat for free. And for those seeking an afternoon of brunch and bowling, Mavrix is hosting a Dad-a-Rama Brunch the morning of Father’s Day. For $40, the recently reopened bowling alley and entertainment destination’s brunch includes an hour of bowling, game cards, and a “manly brunch,” featuring grilled Kilt Lifter brats, smoked paprika home fries and bacon bourbon brioche French toast. Upgrade the experience for $20 more per person and get one hour of VIP Spark Bowling, shoe rental, a $20 game card for each guest, brunch, and unlimited Man-mosas and root beer floats for the kids. Brunch only is $20. For families continuing to order takeout, Los Sombreros has a Grill-atHome Kit for Dad.

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LDV Winery Special: Father’s Day basket for $60 that includes with a 2015 Syrah from LDV Winery and Super Chunk’s signature caramel corn with bacon and chocolate. Where: 7134 E. Stetson Drive, #110 Call: 480-664-4822 Website: ldvwinery.com Liberty Station Special: 20 percent off all to-go BBQ orders or $1 beers with purchase of any BBQ item (limit 2) Where: 34522 N. Scottsdale Road, #180 Call: 480-595-9930 Website: libertystationtavern.com

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For $50, the kit includes two 8-ounce marinated flat iron steaks, two marinated bone-in chicken breasts, one build-your-own tomato and Oaxaca cheese salad kit, one pint of rice, one pint of black beans or refried beans, four flour tortillas, 5 ounces of shredded jack cheese, and a 32-ounce growler of beer of Dad’s choice. The kit is available for pre-order through June 20 on their website or by

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Los Sombreros Specials: Grill-at-home kit includes, and dine-in specials, including penny draft beers and house margaritas, and half-off Ribeye Cascabel Where: 2534 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-994-1799, extension 2 Website: lossombreros.com

Maggiano’s Little Italy Special: Cold-Prepped Father’s Day Bundle for $99 includes Mom’s Lasagna, Fettucine Alfredo, Chicken Picatta, New York-Style Cheesecake, and more Where: 16405 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-333-4100 Website: maggianos.com

Mavrix Special: $40 Dad-a-Rama Brunch includes an hour of bowling, game cards, and brunch”; $20 for brunch only Where: 9139 E. Talking Stick Way Call: 480-291-7500 Website: mavrix.com

Merkin Vineyards Specials: Take & Grill for $79 serves four and includes a choice of a main dish and comes with sides; Bottle & Board for $48 is dine-in only and includes four types of cheese or charcuterie items with bread and a bottle of Merkin Vineyards wine Where: 7133 E. Stetson Drive, #4 Call: 480-912-1027 Website: merkinoldtownscottsdale.com Moe’s Roadhouse Specials: Roadhouse Burger, fries and domestic draft for $12; Firehouse Jalapeño Burger, fries and domestic draft for $12; hard milkshake served with a shot for $8; $2 16 oz. domestic draft; and more Where: 18251 N. Pima Road, #F120 Call: 480-686-8908 Website: moesroadhouse.com

calling the Scottsdale location. Resorts are also offering Father’s Day specials. While Hearth ’61 at Mountain Shadows and ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho both offer dine-in Father’s Day specials – brunch and a three-course prix-fixe meal at Hearth ’61, and penny beers pints with the purchase of any featured entrées at ZuZu – guests are also welcome to order any items off both resort restaurants’ menus for curbside pick-up. Octane Raceway Special: $40 11th Annual Man Brunch includes kart racing, an annual racing membership, and a gift for Dad; $60 for VR and brunch; $20 for brunch only Where: 9119 E. Talking Stick Way Call: 602-302-7223 Website: octaneraceway.com PHX Beer Co. Specials: $4 PHX Beer Co. beers, $10 Bacon & Beer Flight Where: 8300 N. Hayden Road Call: 480-571-8645 Website: phxbeerco.com Thai Chili 2 Go Special: Buy one, get one free entrees Where: 16203 N. Scottsdale Road, #105 Call: 480-653-9158 Website: tc2go.com

Thirsty Lion Gastropub and Grill Special: Free brunch entree from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: 7014 E. Camelback Road, #1423 Call: 480-284-7292 Website: thirstyliongastropub.com ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho Specials: Penny beer pints available with the purchase of any of the featured entrées, including the Double Steak Benedict with short rib ragout and poached eggs for $18, a 16 oz. Charbroiled Ribeye ‘Oscar Style’ with king crab hollandaise for $42, and the King Kong Bloody Mary with tempura-fried short rib grilled cheese, jumbo poached shrimp, an antipasti skewer, and more for $32 Where: 6850 E. Main St. Call: 480-421.7997 Website: hotelvalleyho.com

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN the Board of Adjustment of the City of Scottsdale, Arizona, will hold a public hearing on July 07, 2020, at 6:00 P.M. Until further notice, Board of Adjustment meetings will be held electronically. While physical facilities are not open to the public, Board of Adjustment meetings are televised on Cox Cable Channel 11 and streamed online at ScottsdaleAZ.gov (search “live stream”) to allow the public to listen/view the meeting in progress. 4-BA-2020 (Smocot - Sunnyside) Request by owner for variance to the City of Scottsdale Zoning Ordinance, Section 5.204.E.1 pertaining to the front yard setback adjacent to E. Cactus Road for a property located at 8710 E. Sunnyside Drive with Single-family Residential (R1-35) zoning. Staff contact person is Doris McClay, 480-312-4214. Applicant contact person is Daniel Istrate, 602875-6221. 7-BA-2020 (Zimmerman Residence) Request by owner for a variance to the City of Scottsdale Zoning Ordinance, Section 5.404.E.3.a. pertaining to the required rear yard setback for a property with Single-Family Residential (R1-10) zoning located at 4139 N 68th Street. Staff contact person is Desirae Mayo, 480-312-4218. Applicant contact person is Mark Zimmerman, 602-527-2517. For additional information visit our web site at www.scottsdaleaz.gov search “Scottsdale Planning Case Files” or in your URL search bar you can type in https://eservices.scottsdaleaz.gov/bldgresources/Cases/. A COPY OF A FULL AGENDA, INCLUDING ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS AND ANY MEETING LOCATION UPDATES, IS AVAILABLE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE FOLLOWING Online at: https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/boards/board-of-adjustment ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED TO LISTEN/VIEW THIS MEETING. CHAIRMAN BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Attest Melissa Berry Planning Specialist For additional information visit our web site at www.scottsdaleaz.gov/boards/board-of-adjustment Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter, by contacting STAFF at 480-312-7767. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange accommodations. For TTY users, the Arizona relay service (1-800-367-8939) may contact STAFF at 480-3127767. Published: Scottsdale Progress, June 14, 2020 / 31244

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Public Notices NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Scottsdale, Arizona, will hold a public hearing on June 30, 2020, at 5:00 P.M in Scottsdale Arizona. Until further notice, City Council hearings will be held electronically. While physical facilities are not open to the public, City Council hearings are televised on Cox Cable Channel 11 and streamed online at ScottsdaleAZ.gov (search “live stream”) to allow the public to listen/view the meeting in progress. 7-GP-2019 (TCC - Raintree) Request by owner for a NonMajor General Plan Amendment to the Greater Airpark Character Area Plan Future Land Use Map from Airpark Mixed Use (AMU) to Airpark Mixed Use-Residential (AMU-R) on +/- 3.4-acres of an overall +/- 9.64-acre site located at 8501 E. Raintree Drive. Staff contact person is Brad Carr, AICP, 480-312-7713. Applicant contact person is John Berry, (480) 385-2727. 19-ZN-2019 (TCC - Raintree) Request by owner for a zoning district map amendment from Planned Community District, Industrial Park (P-C I-1) to Planned Community District, Planned Airpark Core Development - Airpark Mixed Use, Planned Shared Development overlay (P-C PCP-AMU PSD) zoning for +/- 6.24 acres of the site and to Planned Community District, Planned Airpark Core Development - Airpark Mixed Use Residential, Planned Shared Development overlay (P-C PCP-AMU-R PSD) zoning for +/- 3.4 acres of the site, with a Development Plan that includes Bonus Development Standards for floor area ratio (FAR) and building height in exchange for Special Public Improvements, on an overall +/- 9.64-acre site located at 8501 E. Raintree Drive. Staff contact person is Brad Carr, AICP, 480-312-7713. Applicant contact person is John Berry, (480) 385-2727. For additional information visit our web site at www.scottsdaleaz.gov search “Scottsdale Planning Case Files” or in your URL search bar you can type in https://eservices.scottsdaleaz.gov/bldgresources/Cases/ A COPY OF A FULL AGENDA, INCLUDING ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS AND ANY MEETING LOCATION UPSDATES, IS AVAILABLE AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT THE FOLLOWING Online at: https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/council/meetinginformation Attest Alex Acevedo For additional information visit our web site at www.scottsdaleaz.gov PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY MAY REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION BY CONTACTING THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT (480312-7620). REQUESTS SHOULD BE MADE 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE, OR AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE TO ALLOW TIME TO ARRANGE ACCOMMODATION. FOR TTY USERS, THE ARIZONA RELAY SERVICE (1-800-367-8939) MAY CONTACT THE CLERK'S OFFICE AT (480-312-7620). Published: Scottsdale Progress, June 14, 2020 / 31190

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