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WELCOME TO VISTA elcome to the spring/ summer 2016 Vista. Spring and summer can be (and by “can be” we mean “surely will be”) brutal with the mercury rising above the 100-degree mark for several months at a time. It’s not exactly the best time of year to take a hike or play tennis, but that doesn’t mean we have to stay inside all summer long. It just means if we want to spend any quality time outside, water better be involved. We’re not talking about drinking water, although that is crucial to surviving any time of year in the desert, we’re talking about water we immerse ourselves in. In this spring/summer 2016 Vista, aka the water issue, we tell you about all the great swimming holes (public pools) and splash pads. We delve into lifeguarding, exploring what it takes to be one and sharing true stories. We cover drowning prevention, from swim lessons and pool fence

laws to CPR. We talk about Tres Rios and what it has to offer — namely canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing, which is especially exciting since the fish consumption advisory on the Gila has been lifted for the first time since being implemented in 1991. We even have a little something for boating and jet skiing enthusiasts. We may live in the desert, but Lake Pleasant is only about an hour’s drive from the West Valley. As always, we have plenty of handy information readers will want to hold on to until the next Vista comes out, such as our calendar of events, worship listing, schools directory, city information and a directory of state and county officials within our coverage area. So, what are you waiting for? Dive in! — Cary Hines Managing editor

TABLE OF CONTENTS PUBLIC POOLS .......................... V4 CPR .......................................... V6 LIFEGUARDS ............................. V8 DROWNING ..............................V12 SWIM LESSONS .......................V14 POOL FENCES ..........................V16

CANALS ...................................V19 SPLASH PADS ......................... V20 WATER DOGS........................... V22 LAKE PLEASANT ..................... V28 TRES RIOS .............................. V30 CALENDAR .............................. V32

DIRECTORIES AND LISTINGS Health Care Directory............. V24 Worship Directory .................. V35 Businesses/Services .............. V40 Spring/Summer 2016

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DIVE IN!

W. Valley has plethora of public pools to choose from by Casey Pritchard sports editor

ive right in! That’s a common phrase during the summer months in Arizona, as people love taking a dip in the pool to cool off when the temperatures soar. Although many Arizonans have pools in their own backyards, not everybody does. Never fear, several pools around the West Valley are open to the public if you’re looking for a place to swim. The Goodyear Municipal Pool is at 430 E. Loma Linda Blvd. in Goodyear. The pool is open from June 1 through Sept. 7. The pool has eight competitive lanes, a diving well and a 1-meter diving board. The Goodyear Municipal Pool offers adult water aerobics classes, diving lessons and lifeguard certification courses, among other things. It’s also available to rent for private parties. For information, call the pool office at 623-932-4809. The Buckeye Aquatic Center is at 207 N. Ninth St. in Buckeye. The pool offers a 10-foot high dive, a low dive and a 160-foot water slide. A variety of programs are available, including shallow water aerobics, lap swim and teen splash nights. The Buckeye Aquatic Center also offers a Red Cross lifeguard certification class, which is $150 for residents and $175 for non-residents. For information, call the Dr. Saide Recreation Center at 623-349-6350. The Litchfield Park Recreation Center is at 100 S. Old Litchfield Road in Litchfield Park. It’s open from April 1 through Labor Day and has a 25-yard heated lap pool, a therapy spa and a baby pool. The pool can also be used for group parties, and it varies in price by the number of guests. The Litchfield Park Recreation Center also has youth and adult programs, including swim lessons, water aerobics classes and lifeguard training. The hours of operation vary by month. The daily fee is $3, which includes access to the tennis courts, basketball courts and weight room. For information, contact the Litchfield Park Recreation Center at 623-935-9040. The Tolleson Pool is at 9419 W. Van Buren St. in Tolleson. It’s on the campus of Tolleson Union High School. Spring/Summer 2016

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Swimmers take advantage of a free swim day last spring at the Buckeye Aquatic Center. Pool amenities include a 10-foot high dive and a water slide. The pool opens May 30. Open swim fees are $3 for ages 18 and older, $1 for ages 4-17 and free to children 3 and younger. Swim lessons are available, and run in two-week sessions. Vista — West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona

The pool is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 1 to 7 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. For information, call Tolleson City Hall at 623-936-7111. V5

ABCs of CPR

Lifesaving skill is crucial to surviving a drowning by Emily Toepfer assistant editor

PR performed immediately after a drowning incident can be the difference between life and

death. Since a person’s chance of survival significantly decreases with each passing minute, citizens play a crucial role in the lifesaving process, said Tim Erickson, an engineer with Avondale Fire-Rescue. In Avondale, it takes firefighters about five to 10 minutes to arrive on scene after getting an emergency call, Erickson said. “A lot of brain can die in that amount of time, so all the difference in the world can be made by that person before we get there,” he said. “I think one of the fears people have with doing CPR is not knowing if they’re doing it right, but something is better than nothing.” The chain of survival starts with someone calling 911 and starting CPR, said Sue Pistoia, public education specialist for the fire department. “There’s a tendency in our society to not want to get involved,” Pistoia said. “So the more people who know CPR and get trained, the better.” In fact, Avondale has an initiative called “CPR in Schools” with a goal to teach as many seventh- and eighthgrade pupils as possible. “We’re preparing the next generation with their lifesaving skills,” Pistoia said. Because of the strength required to do effective compressions, anyone younger than 12 years old can’t be certified, she said. “You have to have that upper body strength to be able to do compressions down to 2 inches,” Pistoia said. While recent guidelines for CPR have switched to compressions only instead of also incorporating rescue breaths, that’s not the case in most drowning situations, Erickson said. “With infants, because their respiratory drive is so much more important, they say it’s OK to take that View photo by Jordan Christopher

Sue Pistoia, Avondale Fire-Rescue public education specialist, demonstrates and explains the importance of knowing CPR Jan. 14 in Avondale. V6

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“If you don’t know the person and you’re not willing to put your CPR from V6 mouth on a strange person, which is totally understandable, then we do break and interrupt compressions for what is known as continuous chest two rescue breaths,” he said. compression, or An infant takes the hands only a breath about 30 CPR, where to 40 times per you just do 100 minute, compared compressions to an adult’s normal respiration per minute until After coming across a person who of 12 to 20 breaths advanced help has drowned, the first step is to see if a minute, Erickson arrives,” she the victim is alert. said. said. If there is no response, make sure The procedure In an someone calls 911, and quickly check could change emergency the person for signs of breathing. to only chest situation, it’s When there is no visible breathcompressions always important ing, do 30 compressions at the in the future, to quickly assess center of the chest right below the but for now, the nipple line. a victim for recommendation Then tilt the head back and lift the breathing and is to also do chin to give two rescue breaths that a pulse before rescue breaths, he are one second each. For a baby, starting CPR, said. cover the nose and mouth completely Pistoia said. However, with your mouth. “We are doing firefighters don’t Immediately go back to compresCPR on people, want people to sions and repeat the cycle until babies, children, put themselves at rescue crews arrive. whose hearts are risk if they don’t not beating,” she feel comfortable said. performing Sometimes, an infant who has been rescue breaths on a stranger, Pistoia in the water won’t be breathing, but said.

ABCs of CPR

his heart is still beating. If held upside down, water will exit the lungs and the infant will start breathing again, Erickson said. Another important aspect is trying to calm down before helping a victim, because a hysterical parent won’t be very focused, Pistoia said. “You just have to get that mindset that you’re going to help, you’re going to do it and just do it,” she said. “That’s why classes are so good, because people don’t really have an idea of what it’s really like.” During a CPR class, participants get down on the ground to do compressions and rescue breathing similar to a real scenario. “That way, it’s kind of like a learned memory, so when you have to do it, you remember it,” Pistoia said. “I just think everyone needs to know how to do CPR. “The biggest thing about the chain of survival, though, is to keep the little ones from getting into that problem in the first place. So prevention is key.” Emily Toepfer can be reached at etoepfer@westvalleyview.com or Twitter @EmilyToepfer.

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LIFE OF A LIFEGUARD

Seasonal employment offers challenges, rewards

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Alex O’Keefe, right, of Litchfield Park performs a rescue exercise with Timmy Benson of Buckeye Jan. 24 during a lifeguard training exercise at the Southwest Valley Family YMCA in Goodyear. by Glenn Gullickson staff writer

ime spent at the pool can be fun and relaxing on a hot Arizona summer day, but for a select group of people it’s another day on the job. Working as a lifeguard offers seasonal employment for scores of young people in the West Valley. “For the most part, it’s a really fun summer job, from what I hear from most kids,” said Jessica Thompson, a recreation supervisor who helps hire lifeguards at the Buckeye Aquatic Center, 207 N. Ninth St., Buckeye. But it’s also a job that requires special skills as lifeguards serve on the front line for providing safety in the water. “They’re usually the first set of eyes to see someone struggling in the water,” Thompson said. That means that those who want to become a lifeguard have to successfully complete lifeguard training and undergo other tests that continue even after they’ve secured a spot in the chair. Chris Gallagher, who supervises the lifeguard operation in Goodyear as the city’s recreation coordinator, said lifeguard hopefuls have to pass a pretest before they’re admitted to lifeguard training. “First and foremost, they have to V8

know how to swim,” Gallagher said. “Some have the misconception that they will be taught how to swim.” Other prerequisites to attending training include treading water and retrieving an object from the bottom of the pool. The seasonal jobs start in May and continue into September. Guards at the Buckeye pool work up to 40 hours a week in six- to eight-hour shifts that start as early as 7 a.m. or end as late as 10 p.m., Thompson said. Gallagher emphasized that lifeguard candidates can’t wait until summer to start preparing for the job, but need to sign up for training classes well in advance of the pool season. Classes are frequently offered over school breaks, including the spring break in March, and teach rescue techniques, CPR and first aid in sessions over several days that run 30 to 40 hours. The cost to attend the classes ranges from $150 in Buckeye to $195 in Goodyear. Successfully completing the class doesn’t mean a lifeguard has landed a job, Thompson said, adding the hiring process in Buckeye requires new applicants and returning staffers to demonstrate their skills. “They essentially have to retake the

[training class] exit exam to get the job,” she said. But lifeguard applicants are in demand, according to Gallagher and Thompson, and the pools at Goodyear and Buckeye compete with lifeguard opportunities at pools in Tolleson, Litchfield Park and the Southwest Valley Family YMCA in Goodyear. “The demand outweighs the supply,” said Gallagher, who expects to hire three to 10 people for his staff this year. Most guards are high school or college students, but since there’s not a college in Buckeye, Thompson said her pool can struggle to find guards. “We don’t get a lot of kids out here who have that lifeguard certification,” Thompson said. “We’re trying to offer more classes so more kids get certified. We need these kids.” Thompson, who expects to hire 10 to 15 guards to round out this summer’s pool crew of 35, said Buckeye has tried to reach out to get more experienced guards. “Getting people in their 20s or 30s to lifeguard would be amazing,” she said. To help generate interest in lifeguard jobs, Gallagher noted that Goodyear

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LIFE SAVING SKILLS

Helping others motivates lifeguards

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he desire to help others is what motivated Samantha Petrey to become a lifeguard, and her skills have been put to the test more than once at the Buckeye Aquatic Center, where she plans to work as a lifeguard for a third summer this year. “I’ve always wanted to help people,” said Petrey, 18, a senior at Verrado High School in Buckeye, where she is a member of the swim team. She got the chance to help last summer during a lifeguard shift when a 7-year-old girl followed her father and brother into deeper water and got in over her head. Petrey said she noticed the situation, blew her whistle and went to the girl’s aid. “My adrenaline kicked in,” Petrey remembered. “All these thoughts were running through my mind. I thought, ‘Oh my goodness, I hope she’s OK.’ I had to get there as quick as I could. It was a little nerve-wracking.” Petrey said she got the girl to the side of the pool, but CPR wasn’t required. Another time, Petrey helped a boy who was struggling after jumping off the pool’s diving board. Such incidents have to be followed up by filing a report, said Petrey, who also works at the Southwest Valley Family YMCA in Goodyear and plans to study physical therapy in college. Petrey said she enjoys interacting with children and finds that the lifeguard job puts her in touch with the community.

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Samantha Petrey, left, and Timmy Benson, both of Buckeye, perform a backboard rescue on Jacob Chase of Litchfield Park Jan. 24 during a lifeguard training exercise at the Southwest Valley Family YMCA in Goodyear. “It’s nice to get to know the community really well,” she said. “Families come [to the pool] frequently.” Vanessa Paquette, 19, of Buckeye agrees that working with children is the best part of being a lifeguard, a job she’s held at the Buckeye pool the last two summers. “I thought it would be a good first job for me,” said Paquette, who is a freshman at Arizona State University studying business administration. “You learn a lot of useful skills, like CRP and first aid.” Other than helping children who went too deep in the pool, Paquette hasn’t done a major rescue, but always understood the importance of the job, she said.

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encouraged to hydrate and slather on the sunscreen during their breaks. Each guard is responsible for a portion of the pool as they all scan the water in an overlapping pattern. While lifeguards watch the water, supervisors at the Buckeye pool watch the lifeguards to see that they stay alert, something that can be determined by watching how guards sit, move their heads or by looking at their eyes, Thompson said. The Goodyear pool sees active rescues every summer, sometimes in unexpected circumstances, Gallagher said. “Something’s going to happen when they least expect it,” he said. “Anything more than 6 inches or a foot of water is dangerous. Even a good swimmer can drown.” It’s not unusual for lifeguards to get into the water at the Buckeye pool, Thompson said. The bottom of the slide is among the trouble spots, as children sometimes panic when they create a splash entering the pool. Another frequent issue occurs when children get in over their heads where the water gets deeper after they’ve entered the pool’s zero-depth, beachlike edge. To prepare to react to emergencies, lifeguards attend regular in-service

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Drownings leave lasting impact on all involved

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Duff Wilson, 6, reaches for a toy Jan. 18 that fell into a backyard pool in the West Valley. Firefighters urge people to always watch children around water. by Emily Toepfer assistant editor

t fire stations across the Valley, drowning calls have their own alarm tone, and it’s a sound that fills many firefighters with dread. “When that goes off, you can be in a room full of 50 guys and they hear that tone go off, you now can hear a pin drop, just because we know what it is,” said Battalion Chief Russ Braden with V12

the Goodyear Fire Department. “It’s very stressful, and it starts before we get there.” Details about the call trickle in once firefighters are en route to the scene. A computer on the truck tells them the age and sex of the patient, whether or not he’s alert and if CPR is being performed. “They give you that information and you’re starting to try and build that Vista — West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona

story,” Braden said. “The minute you get in there and realize it’s a child — not to lessen any other drowning, but that really does take it up a notch. That’s because we’re all parents, and we know we’re going to go to a very emotional scene for everyone involved.” Firefighters start forming an action plan before they arrive, which includes patient care, calming hysterical parents and sometimes how to guide a helicopter to land on a residential street. “If it is a true drowning or a really bad submersion injury, it takes a lot of folks,” Braden said. “They’re a big incidence for us, emotionally and technically.” One thing all firefighters hope for is to hear a crying child, he said. “That is music to our ears. That means they’re breathing, they’ve got a heartbeat and generally, they’re either scared or angry. That’s good,” Braden said. “We get there and the only ones we hear upset are family members and there’s a child laying there lifeless, that’s going to be a bad call.” Most of the drowning calls Braden has responded to could have been prevented if the pool had had a fence or someone was designated to watch the water, he said. “You see on the news, there was a party going on and 30 people in the pool when the kid went under, but nobody knew it until they bumped up against him,” Braden said. Lori Schmidt, president of the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona, said drowning prevention is a three-pronged approach and comes down to the ABC’s: • Adults — A sober adult needs to be designated to watch the pool and give eye-to-eye contact with children in the water, Schmidt said. “Which means, we don’t try to do yard work, we’re not at the barbecue grill, we’re not messing around on our smart phones, we’re actually being the lifeguard and keeping our eyes on the water and on the kids so that they’re safe,” she said. Because children are often topheavy, they can easily lose their center See DROWNINGS on V13 Spring/Summer 2016

DROWNINGS from V12 of gravity and fall forward into water, Braden said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why they call it a silent death â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just trying to do something and he falls in, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t scream out; they just go under, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very quiet. Until someone finds them, then itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s anything but quiet.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ Barriers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Put something in place to keep children from having direct access to the water, which usually means a wrought iron pool fence. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the one that we know has been tested and researched, and we know itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the best layers of protection,â&#x20AC;? Schmidt said. When it comes to mesh fencing,

which is a newer removable barrier, Schmidt recommends getting one that is at least 5 feet tall, because there have been occasions recently when children were able to climb over a shorter fence. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The higher you go, the more difficult it is for the kids to climb over,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to make it as challenging as possible for kids to be able to access the water.â&#x20AC;? Another option is pool nets, but Schmidt suggests only using them if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have children in the house full time, because they are a hassle to put on and take off. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a time requirement to put it on and do it correctly, a lot of the families will leave the net off. Well, now you have no barriers,â&#x20AC;? she said. Additional precautions should include covering spas, closing toilet lids and shutting bathroom doors, Schmidt said.

â&#x20AC;˘ Classes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Children taking swim lessons and adults knowing CPR can save lives, Schmidt said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just because they have swimming lessons doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re drownproof â&#x20AC;&#x201D; people drown all the time, and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had swimming lessons â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but it does give you a layer of protection if they have some familiarity with the water,â&#x20AC;? she said. Children who have not been introduced to water will sometimes sink to the bottom and wait for somebody to come get them, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had experience with water and consistency in training, then weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen an ability to be able to have that muscle memory to come back up and potentially give us those few precious See DROWNINGS on V26

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LEARNING TO SWIM

Lessons a good step to preventing drownings

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Jack Uttech, 4, of Avondale practices his kickboard skills at a swim lesson taught by Lifeguard Nicholas Williams Jan. 20 at the Southwest Valley Family YMCA in Goodyear. by Emily Toepfer assistant editor

hile swim lessons alone likely won’t prevent drowning, they will give a child a fighting chance to get out of the water and also help first responders by giving them a few extra minutes to rescue the child. Marissa Berhorst, lifeguard coordinator for the Southwest Valley Family YMCA in Goodyear, recommends introducing babies to the water as soon as possible. “We’re just trying to get people in the water, comfortable with the water, know how to swim, know how to save themselves — those crucial skills are just absolutely phenomenal and essential to any life around the water,” she said. A child’s comfort level with the water has a lot to do with the parents’ attitude, Berhorst said. “If the parent has always taught them, ‘No, don’t go around water, it’s V14

Swim lessons Swim lessons are offered at the following West Valley pools: • Buckeye Aquatic Center, 207 N. Ninth St. in Buckeye; 623-349-6690 or buckeyeaz. gov/recreation. • Goodyear Swimming Pool, 430 E. Loma Linda Blvd. in Goodyear; 623-932-4809 or goodyearaz.gov. • Litchfield Park Recreation Center, 100 S. Old Litchfield Road in Litchfield Park; 623-935-9040 or litchfield-park.org. • Tolleson Swimming Pool, 9419 W. Van Buren St. in Tolleson (on the Tolleson Union High School campus); 623-478-4398 or www.tuhsd.org, under “Programs” and then “Community Pool.” • Southwest Valley Family YMCA, 2919 N. Litchfield Road in Goodyear; 602-4049622 or valleyymca.org.

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SWIM from V14 “Pools can be a lot of fun if you know how to swim or if you have an adult,” she said. “Be knowledgeable of the dangers that can come with water, but at the same time, don’t be afraid to have fun and get in and learn how to swim.” The YMCA has classes parents can take with their children, Berhorst said. “Even if they don’t participate in classes, having parents in the water with their children, holding them and getting them comfortable so they’re not terrified of it once they hit the age where they are mobile and can take swim lessons by themselves,” she said. “It’s absolutely critical to get them in and get them comfortable and familiar with the water.”

The first thing Berhorst teaches children how to do is float. “That alone can be a lifesaving skill,” she said. “Teaching someone to float on their front or on their back — it conserves energy and will teach them how to breathe and bring in that air.” Kicking is another crucial skill, because it can help a child get forward momentum to the side of a pool or the shore, Berhorst said. “If anyone’s going to be around a body of water, whether it’s a lake, home pool, public pool, ocean — just being able to get back to land if they happen to fall in is important. It makes the lifeguards’ jobs a little easier,” said Nicholas Williams, who has been a lifeguard for about three years. As children get older, Berhorst teaches them the arm-over-arm stroke to increase that progression.

Depending on a student’s level, the older classes are mostly geared toward stroke refinement. However, if a youth is still terrified of water, the instructor will start from scratch with floating and basic rotation, Berhorst said. The YMCA holds private swim lessons in the winter, but group classes start to pick up around March, said Ashley David, aquatics director at the Goodyear site. “There’s also a vast number of adults who don’t know how to swim around here,” Berhorst said. “For the YMCA, hopefully going out into the community and bringing people in, we can teach people how to swim and teach people those absolute lifesaving skills.” Emily Toepfer can be reached at etoepfer@westvalleyview.com or on Twitter @EmilyToepfer. ,

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Swimming pool ordinances designed to save lives

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Secondary pool barriers such as this fence that surrounds Avondale resident Daryl Donahue’s swimming pool, are required statewide if children younger than 6 years old are living in the home. Some West Valley cities have written their own ordinances making secondary barriers required no matter the age of the residents. by Kathleen Stinson staff writer

hile backyard swimming pools are a great way to cool off on a hot day, the construction of and access to the water trigger some specific safety requirements monitored by the various building inspection departments across the West Valley. “The foremost reason to have a pool ordinance is to ensure life safety,” said Randal Westascott, building inspection supervisor and acting building official for the city of Goodyear. “It’s important to have these [laws] and more important to enforce them,” said Brett Harris, chief building official for the city of Avondale. “In the Valley of the Sun, it gets warm in the summer. Water is enticing to young children. It’s important to have V16

barriers to restrict their free access.” In 1990, Arizona statute 36-168 was enacted requiring swimming pools to be protected by specific enclosures. Local ordinances must be as or more stringent than the state law, according to building officials. Avondale enforces the statute as it is written for the safety of its residents. Buckeye, Tolleson and Litchfield Park have adopted their own ordinances that contain some additional requirements, as have other cities in the metro area, as stated on the city of Avondale website. The law requires a primary barrier to the pool, which in many cases is the concrete block fence around a backyard, building officials say. For homeowners who have children younger than 6 years old living in Vista — West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona

the house, a secondary barrier is also required, such as a pool cover or a fence around the pool, Harris said about Avondale’s ordinance. Phil Marcotte, chief building official for the city of Buckeye, said ordinances across the municipalities primarily differ on the issue of whether a secondary barrier is also required regardless of the age of the home’s occupants. Buckeye, for example, requires a secondary barrier and that the pool be entirely enclosed regardless of the age of the occupants. And, the city differs from some others in that it does not accept secondary

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barrier options, such as alarms and pool covers, in lieu of a complete enclosure. The secondary barrier is needed to protect both children and adults, Marcotte said. Some adults don’t know how to swim or can be mentally or emotionally challenged. He said audible barriers such as alarms “can be circumvented.” And, ordinances that only require a primary barrier for people older than 6 do not address the issue of visiting grandchildren, for example. Another issue is a house with a pool may be sold to a person who has young children, although it was constructed and approved without a secondary enclosure, he said. Often, people are not aware of the pool safety ordinance when buying a home. “Whatever we can do to promote pool safety,” [the city] does to have a better, safer Buckeye,” he said. “In the 22 years since I have been [with Buckeye], there have been no fatal drownings.” By contrast, 14 people drowned at a private pool in Avondale from Jan. 1, 2011, through December 2015, according to the Avondale Fire-Medical Department.

The state law also requires any gate into the yard be self-closing, selflatching and swing open away from the pool. That way, if the gate is ajar and pushed, it will latch. The city of Goodyear has adopted the state statute as well as the 2012 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, Westascott said. The barriers are designed to keep unsupervised children out of the pool area, but they are also for the protection of adults, he said. Adults who consume alcoholic beverages can be at risk of danger around a pool. “We want everybody to be aware of safety around water,” he said. The municipalities require building permits for the construction of a pool and make two inspections. The cities inspect the electrical and plumbing systems and the primary and secondary barriers before the pool can be filled with water, according to building officials. “It is the responsibility of the occupant to maintain the barrier in workable condition,” Westascott said. In Buckeye, the property owner has the responsibility “to ensure that any pool enclosure fence and its appurtenances (i.e., gates, latching devices, locks, etc.) are maintained in safe and good working order,” as stated in the city of Buckeye Ordinance

Chapter 7 Section 5.4.5D. “The best type of barrier is to teach your children to swim,” Harris said. The city of Buckeye has a code compliance office within its police department that receives complaints about private pools that do not comply with its ordinance. Marcia Story-Greco is a code compliance officer for the Buckeye Police Department. If the city receives a complaint from the public, it will inspect the pool, Story-Greco said. The city will send a letter to the owner and/or tenant if it finds a violation, she said. The letter notifies the person of the violation, the code and gives a period of time within which to comply. If the pool owner does not comply, the city sends a second letter with a time frame to bring the property into compliance or at least contact the city to begin the process, she said. Then, if the owner does not respond, he or she is issued a citation to come to court and answer for the violation, she said. The violation is a civil offense. The pool owner will continue to receive letters until the property is brought into compliance, she said. Kathleen Stinson can be reached at kstinson@westvalleyview.com.

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Officials warn residents to steer clear of canals

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Tolleson Fire Department Chief George Good warns Valley residents of the dangers of canals, such as this one at 91st Avenue and McDowell Road in Phoenix. While canals may seem inviting when temperatures reach triple digits, they can be deadly to even the most experienced swimmers. by Kathleen Stinson staff writer

anals may seem like an inviting place to fish, and people like to walk their dogs along the roads nearby, but both those activities pose safety hazards. “Canals pose a hazard and a danger,” said Division Chief Ben Avitia with Avondale Fire-Rescue. “There are a lot of dirt roads near the canals and people jog there or walk their dogs,” Avitia said. “If the dog gets spooked, he could fall in.” He said canals are dangerous because the sides are steep and it is difficult to get out of the canal because there aren’t any handles or ladders on the sides. “I don’t advise people to use canals for recreation, but they do and it poses a danger depending on the depth of the water, which on average is 6 to 9 feet,” he said. Spring/Summer 2016

Also, canals contain debris and other obstacles that are not visible from the surface of the water, he said. About six months ago, a husband and wife were fishing at a canal at about 5 a.m. when the husband fell in and the water swept him away, said Chief George Good of the Tolleson Fire Department. The man did not survive. “It is a real danger,” Good said. “People can’t gauge how fast the water is traveling or how deep it is.” He said the department has responded to a number of incidents involving cars that got pushed into canals as a result of car accidents. “It is definitely not a good idea to be swimming in those canals,” he said. “Most people realize the dangers of swimming in canals.” He said if people walk near the canals, they should be careful to Vista — West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona

maintain their distance from the edge. About six months ago, a man fell into a canal in the late evening, Avitia said. Someone heard his screams and the fire department was able to rescue him. It is not always easy for someone to get help because the canals don’t have a lot of traffic or people walking by. Some canals have signs that warn people not to go into them, and it is prohibited to use the Central Arizona Project Canal for recreation, Avitia said. “The main danger is in walking near the canal and falling in,” he said, adding that the canals have very few areas for self-extrication. The department has recovered a number of “fatalities” from canals that floated down the water from other areas, he said. Kathleen Stinson can be reached at kstinson@westvalleyview.com. V19

MAKING A SPLASH

Splash pads offer escape to summer heat

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Jackson Rogers, 6, of Goodyear plays in the 4,000-square-foot splash pad at Goodyear Community Park, 3151 N. Litchfield Road in Goodyear. by Glenn Gullickson staff writer

he popularity of the splash pad at Goodyear Community Park proves that a swimming pool isn’t the only way to get a break from the heat of a desert summer. “It’s just a way to cool off,” said Jeremy Figueroa, parks superintendent in Goodyear. “We live in an area where it gets very hot. Everybody’s looking to get out of the heat a little.” It’s a concept that’s also coming soon to Avondale as the city builds the West Valley’s newest splash pad at Friendship Park, 12325 W. McDowell Road. “We’ve had a lot of requests for some kind of water feature kids could play in,” said Christina Underhill, assistant V20

director of parks, recreation and libraries. Underhill noted that splash pads are an alternative to the swimming pools that some people have at home and public pools, which can be expensive for a city to operate. “The City Council thought it would be something the community would love,” Underhill said. “We believe the splash pad is going to draw a big crowd.” That’s a good bet, since Figueroa said Goodyear’s 4,000-square-foot splash pad at 3151 N. Litchfield Road typically is a wet playground for 50 to 100 or more children — from toddlers to teens. “We get lots of schools that come at the end of the school year,” Figueroa said. It’s also a destination for day care Vista — West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona

Splash site The splash pad at Goodyear Community Park will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily April 18 to Oct. 17. The park is at 3151 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear. For information, call 623-882-7225. providers, he noted. (Children who aren’t potty trained are required to wear swim diapers.)

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city rules. Goodyear splash pad users will notice that the feature has SPLASH from V20 had an update this year, including the resurfacing on the impact-resistant floor. “It looks newer,” Figueroa said. The splash pad drives usage at Goodyear Community Meanwhile, construction is expected to start in April on Park, where Figueroa said the ramadas get lots of Avondale’s splash pad, with an opening anticipated in the fall, reservations when the splash pad is open from mid-April according to Underhill. to mid-October. The design of the 1,900-square-foot, $270,000 splash pad “During the season, they specifically ask if the splash pad is is expected to become a symbol of the city’s Friendship going to be open,” he said. Other times, children may use the splash pad while parents Park, where the water feature is part of a renovation project. or siblings are in the park participating in recreation leagues, About 20 West Valley high school students interested in Figueroa said. A splash pad is characterized as a water feature with little to the arts participated in a project last year to design the splash no standing water, a concept that has become popular in recent pad’s base, Underhill said. years with water features at parks and shopping centers. Organized by the West Valley Arts Council’s Gallery The Goodyear splash pad, which opened in 2008, has 37 program, the project developed a mosaic design of a several features, including five arches that spray water, buckets tortoise with a head, arms, legs and tail that incorporate that fill and drop water, ground nozzles that spray water other symbols, including a cactus, roadrunners and desert upward and water cannons. flowers. Water for the splash pad is supplied by a 2,000-gallon tank “It’s not a typical splash pad,” Underhill said. “It will be and is recycled during the day, Figueroa said. unique.” That means the water has to be chlorinated to the same As the city works on the splash pad’s features, Underhill standard as a swimming pool, he said. The splash pad is said low water usage is a goal for the project. monitored by the county with a couple of checks annually. To save on costs, the splash pad will use city drinking Maintenance includes cleanings, which means the splash water, which will not need additional chlorination, Underhill pad is closed for about 15 minutes a couple of times a day said. when fewer children are using it, he said. The water will be used to irrigate fields in the park at the While there’s no lifeguard, there is a call box at the splash end of the day, she said. pad to summon park staffers and a posting to call 911 in case “We’re trying not to waste water,” she said. of an emergency. Children younger than 6 using the splash pad should be Glenn Gullickson can be reached accompanied by someone at least 13 years old, according to at ggullickson@westvalleyview.com.

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TREADING CAREFULLY

Experts offer advice for water dog owners

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Orion, a 5-year-old Labrador retriever, makes his way into his backyard pool last spring in Buckeye. by Jack Hines III special to the View

wim season is coming up, meaning it is the perfect time to invite your four-legged friends into the pool. But there’s more to it than just doggy paddling. Quite a few different factors are involved with keeping your dog happy and safe in the water. The first thing to remember is that not all dogs can swim, according to animalplanet.com. Dogs with larger chests in comparison to their hindquarters have a harder time swimming, so taking a bulldog into the water is not the best idea. While some bulldogs and boxers can swim, it is often very difficult and tiring for them, as it is constant work to stay afloat. Another good rule to abide by is that dogs with short legs and short muzzles shouldn’t swim. So that counts out wiener dogs. Furthermore, not all dogs like to swim. Dr. William Joslin of The Estrella Animal Hospital in Avondale said dogs that don’t want to swim shouldn’t be forced to as the first thing V22

they want to do is get right back out. Even dogs of a swimming breed may avoid the water. However, dogs can be taught to swim, using shallow water. Throwing a dog into a pool is not a great idea, as it can lead to panic and damage the trust the dog has with its owner, according to petmd.com. A dog won’t want to learn how to swim after a traumatic experience in the water. When it comes to taking the pooch to a pond or lake, it should be equipped with a life vest and shoes or booties for walking in unfamiliar conditions, according to dogtipper.com. And, of course, one should always carry water for himself and his dog. In addition, one should carry a first aid kit for his dog. Owners should also look out for plenty of things such as stagnant water and blue-green algae when taking their dogs to a water source as they can be fatal to canines, according to dogtipper. com. One should also keep an eye out for water snakes or water moccasins. One should also dry his dog, especially in its ears if they are floppy. Once home, Vista — West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona

owners should check their dogs and brush them to make sure they haven’t suffered any cuts or picked up any thorns. In addition, dogs should not be without supervision, according to pet360.com. Dogs can get tired without realizing it and drown. Even well trained dogs may not follow their commands if they are focused on something, such as swimming for a toy. Overheating is also a concern, as exertion in water provides insulation, raising body temperature, according to pet360.com. A good way to check is to observe panting and then check the dog’s gums. When their gums and tongue start to turn a darker shade of pink than normal, they should rest and cool off. As the only way for dogs to get rid of heat is through panting and evaporation of saliva, they must have access to clean, fresh water. When a dog is falling victim to heat stroke, it will have a more rocky walk and See TREADING on V23 Spring/Summer 2016

TREADING from V22 appear drunk. In such a case, it is best to go to the nearest animal hospital or veterinarian. A higher than normal body temperature can lead to brain damage. Generally speaking, being prepared is the best option to keep dogs safe. Life jackets, for humans and dogs, can avert a disaster situation. It is important for the owner to be a strong swimmer so his dog can have someone to help in case of an emergency. In addition, learning CPR for humans and dogs can save lives. The American Red Cross provides information on pet first aid and CPR and even has a free pet first aid mobile app available. Dogs that swim should be rinsed off and given baths regularly. Dog skin is very similar to human skin and can suffer rashes and abrasions. Swimming in a pool will leave chlorine on the dog, which can cause irritation. “It’s not a bad idea to basically just hose them off,” Joslin said, adding it is more important to rinse off dogs that swim a lot. For dogs with floppy ears, such as Labrador retrievers, commercial ear cleanser is a good way to keep them from developing ear infections. One must also take extra care of his pool if his dog swims in it. Dogs can produce up to three times as much debris and hair as humans, according to the American Kennel Club. A pool will have to be maintained more often than normal because of that. Swimming is a fun way for dogs to be active and cool off, and is completely safe with proper supervision and responsiveness, according to animalplanet.com.

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for $150 per hour, or $570 for the entire day. Pontoon boats that fit eight or 12 passengers are also available. Those are $95 and $130, respectively, per hour. Kayaks can also be rented, and are $25 per hour. “The deck boats have 150 horse outboards, you use them for skiing, knee boarding, tubing,” said Rick Hammer, a manager at Scorpion Bay. “Pontoon boats are eight- and 12-passenger boats that are built for cruising around the lake.” Jet ski rentals are also available, but not from Scorpion Bay. They refer customers to Arizona Outdoor Fun. Although boats cannot be launched at Scorpion Bay unless you’re a member, two other areas on the west side of Lake Pleasant exist for the public to launch their boats: a four-lane ramp near the northern part of the lake and a 10-lane ramp at the southern part. The fee for

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hen the summer heat hits the Valley, there’s no better place to cool off than in the water. Thankfully, for Phoenicians, several good lake options exist to take a dip and beat the heat. Lake Pleasant is one of those places, and probably the best option for West Valley residents because of its proximity. The lake is just north of Carefree highway in Peoria, approximately 10 miles west of Interstate 17. The lake has two marinas, Scorpion Bay and Pleasant Harbor. Scorpion Bay’s docks are reserved for members, and its launch pad is not open to the public, but guests can rent boats and kayaks to take on the lake. Boat rentals vary in price and type at Scorpion Bay. Deck boats, which are also called sport boats, can be rented

vehicles with watercrafts is $8. When boating, there are a few rules to follow. Just like driving on the roads, the captain of the boat has to be sober at all times. Open containers of alcohol are allowed on the boat, but glass is strictly prohibited. If the driver of the boat is caught intoxicated, he or she can receive an OUI, or operating under the influence. “Lake Pleasant is a very busy body of water, there are lots of sheriffs in the summertime trying to protect everyone,” Hammer said. “They don’t take the whole drinking and driving thing lightly.” If boating enthusiasts plan to partake in water sports activities, they’ll have to have an orange flag in the boat to signify when somebody is in the water, and an observer must be present. That means a minimum of three people must See LAKE on V29

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be present: the captain, an observer and the person in the water. “If you fall, immediately the flag goes up and that tells all the other boaters on the lake, someone is in the water, stay clear,” Hammer said. “As soon as you’re up and skiing again, you can put the flag down.” Because of the rule, a single person on

a jet ski can’t pull somebody behind him. The lake is most popular in the summer months when school is out. Hammer said it is basically non-stop chaos during that time. The rest of the year, Lake Pleasant is still a popular place for fishing. Hammer said the lake has just about every type of freshwater fish, except walleye, pike and trout. “There’s large-mouth [bass], small-

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Tres Rios a small boater’s paradise

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Lilly Osborne, 12, and Nikki Nagel, 12, of Avondale try out the canoes during last year’s Tres Rios Nature Festival at the Base and Meridian Wildlife Area in Avondale. The Agua Fria, Gila and Salt rivers converge at Tres Rios, making it a bird watcher’s paradise. by Shane McOwen staff writer

ecause of the desert climate and dams regulating water control across the state, the Valley’s river system doesn’t seem to have too much going for it, aside from the occasional concrete mixing plant. Tres Rios, however, effectively dispels that notion, and offers a variety of water-based activities to an area sorely lacking natural options. The Tres Rios area encompasses the basin where the Agua Fria, Gila and Salt rivers collide and head west toward the Colorado River, just north of the Sierra Estrella Mountain boundary. To the west, the Arizona Game & Fish Department takes care V30

of the Base and Meridian Wildlife area, while the east portion is run by the city of Phoenix. Both areas offer recreational and nature-centered activities, and have been spruced up in recent years, opening the way for visitors to enjoy the region. The Base and Meridian Wildlife area is ripe for recreation activities, said Christina Underhill, assistant director for Avondale Parks, Recreation and Libraries. “People are able to take nonmotorized boats and paddle around,” Underhill said. “We get a lot of people down there that take their canoes, kayaks and paddle boards, even.” Underhill said smaller boats rule the waterway at Tres Rios. Vista — West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona

“There’s probably more kayaking because you do have to park on top [of the hill], and then have to walk down,” Underhill said. “Kayaks are a little bit lighter and easier to get down there.” Underhill said the nature aspect is a very popular feature of the area. “Bird watching is huge,” Underhill said. “We get a lot of people who not only come from the region, but around the country and out of the country. It’s a really popular activity. Depending on what time of year you head down, you see a lot of different species of birds stopping on the way down to Mexico, or wherever they’re headed.” See GEM on V31 Spring/Summer 2016

GEM from V30 The city of Phoenix runs the Tres Rios Wetlands area. It’s east of the Base and Meridian Wildlife zone, and is more a nature preserve and watertreatment area over a recreational destination. Like the Base and Meridian Wildlife area, the wetlands are ripe with nature sightseeing activities, said Heather Finden, a Phoenix Water Department project coordinator. “It’s one of the best kept secrets in the city,” Finden said. “Probably, 90 to 95 percent of the calls I’m getting are for bird watching. People from all over the state call. I’ve issued permits for outof-town travelers coming to Arizona, too. They make it a priority to visit our location. I’ve received calls from 14 states.” The wetlands area, with its shallow water, isn’t conducive to water activities, but plays an important role in the quality of water across the entire Valley, Finden said. The Tres Rios Wetlands Project’s water treatment plant receives 240 million gallons per day. “It’s almost like five wastewater treatment plants in one,” Finden said. “It’s one of the largest in the Southwestern United States. We actually receive wastewater from all over the Valley, including Tempe, Glendale, Scottsdale, Mesa [and] Gilbert. Between the entire metropolitan area, we can receive 240 million gallons per day. That’s what the plant is rated for, it’s huge.” Fishing is also an important aspect of Tres Rios life. There’s been some good news recently for those anglers who like to eat their haul. The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality lifted a fish-consumption advisory for the Gila River in September 2015. The Gila River fish are now safe to eat for the first time since the advisory was established in 1991. “There were some fish consumption concerns due to some metals that have historically been in the Salt River area,” Finden said. “Those signs were removed and they removed some of the limitations on the waterway because the quality of water is improving.” A fishing permit is required through Game & Fish, and the area boasts a wide variety of fish. Underhill said Avondale has received reports of strange catches along the river, and has a theory of why that is. “I know people have caught some pretty cool fish down there, some odd stuff where we think people emptied their aquariums,” Underhill said. Spring/Summer 2016

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Festival goers stop to admire Harris hawks during last year’s Tres Rios Nature Festival at the Base and Meridian Wildlife Area in Avondale. This year’s festival is set for March 5 and 6.

Tres Rios Nature Festival The Tres Rios Nature Festival will go on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 5 and 6 at the Base and Meridian Wildlife Area, just east of Avondale Boulevard, north of Phoenix International Raceway. The event is a celebration of the rich diversity of wildlife, habitat and culture of the Tres Rios area, and will feature canoe excursions, archery, wildlife photography hikes, fishing clinics, bird watching, nature walks, a recycling fashion show and an enclosed BB gun shooting range. “The nature festival is a good showcase of what activities can be done down [at Tres Rios],” said Christina Underhill, assistant director for Avondale Parks, Recreation and Libraries. “That’s a good opportunity to come check it out and see what kind of activities you can do year round.” The nature festival is free to attend, and will take place rain or shine. Sponsorship opportunities are available at www.tresriosnaturefestival.com/sponsors. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, as will various arts and crafts from different vendors. For information, call 623-333-2400 or visit www.tresriosnaturefestival.com. Tres Rios has come a long way in developing into a destination location, but the site still has a ways to go before it’s complete. “Eventually, we hope to have something more down there,” Underhill said. “Where there will be year-round activities.” People are able to visit the Base and Meridian Wildlife area, west of Avondale Boulevard, at their leisure. People wanting to visit the Tres Rios Wetlands area, east of Avondale Boulevard to 91st Avenue, need a special temporary permit. The temporary-access permits are needed because the city occasionally closes the area for construction, Finden said. “We don’t know when in the near future we’ll have to shut things down Vista — West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona

for construction,” Finden said. Underhill said the recreation area is a perfect getaway without having to sacrifice time or money on travel. “It’s actually great water,” Underhill said. “It’s usually not very busy down at Tres Rios, so you’re able to get on the water, and kind of have a whole lot of peace. There’s not a lot of people down there.” For permits to the wetlands area, email Finden at heather.finden@ phoenix.gov. For information on the Tres Rios area, visit www.phoenix.gov/waterservice/ tresrios/wetlandsinfo or www.adgfd. com/wildlife/viewing/wheretogo/base. Shane McOwen can be reached at smcowen@westvalleyview.com or Twitter @ShaneMcOwen. V31

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Vista calendar has your spring/summer plans covered

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Chihuahuas race to the finish line during the annual Dog Days of Buckeye event at Sundance Park. This year’s event is set for March 5.

February 27 — The Litchfield Park Friends of the Rec 10K, 5K and 1-mile run/walk will begin at 6:30 a.m. on Old Litchfield Road and Wigwam Boulevard in Litchfield Park. The price to enter is $20 for any of the events except the Healthy Classroom Challenge, which is $10. Early check-in is available from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 26. 27 — The Buckeye Farmer’s Market will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye. 27 — The Coyote Branch Library’s 1st year Anniversary Celebration V32

will begin at 9 a.m. and will include activities such as book signings, sales, AZ Sci-Tech exhibits and demonstrations at 21699 W. Yuma Road, Suite 116, Buckeye.

March 1 — Reds vs. Indians Spring Training Opening Day will begin at 1:05 p.m. at the Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear. 5 — Dog Days of Buckeye will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye. The annual event will feature performances by the Phoenix Disc Dogs Vista — West Valley View, Avondale, Arizona

and Buckeye K-9 units; pet health and nutrition education; Chihuahua races; and plenty of food and beverages. 5-6 — The Tres Rios Nature Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Base and Meridian Wildlife Area, 7602 S. Avondale Blvd., Avondale. The annual event will feature wildlife and habitat information as well as information on the history and culture of the area. Activities such as canoeing, fishing, archery and bird tours will be available. Admission and activities are free. See HAPPENING on V33 Spring/Summer 2016

HAPPENING from V32 5-6 — The 18th Annual Litchfield Art and Culinary Festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Florence Brinton Litchfield Park Library Lawn on the corner of Old Litchfield Road and Wigwam Boulevard in Litchfield Park. Admission is free. 10 — A day trip to Jerome is being sponsored by the city of Goodyear. A bus will depart Goodyear Community Park, 3151 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, at 7:30 a.m. and return at 5:30 p.m. Travelers will get to visit the Douglas Mansion State Park and Gold King Ghost Town. The cost is $35 for Goodyear residents and $39 for non-residents. The price includes transportation and admission. Meals are not included. 11 — Minions will be shown from 7 to 9 p.m. at Tartesso Community Park on east Tartesso Parkway in Buckeye. 13 — Tolleson’s Boys & Girls Golf Tournament will be held at the Wigwam, 300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. For information, call 623-936-2754 or email respinoza@tollesonaz.org. 13 — The Arts in the Park Concert Series will kick off with Come Back Buddy, a ’50s-style rock and roll band, from 4 to 6 p.m. on the Wigwam’s front lawn, 300 Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. Admission is free. 18 — Buckeye’s Concerts in the Park will feature Uvon Brooks from 7 to 9 p.m. at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye.

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Kole Calhoun, right-fielder for the Los Angeles Angels, runs to first base during a spring training game last year at the Goodyear Ballpark. The Goodyear Ballpark’s annual FanFest event will take place March 26 and give fans a chance to get autographs, play catch and tour the ballpark. 19 — Buckeye’s Spring Celebration will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye. The annual event will feature an egg hunt, face painting, train rides, bounce houses and a petting zoo.

FanFest goers will be able to get autographs, play catch and take a tour of the facility. Admission costs $25 for adults, $10 for children 3 to 12 and free for children younger than 3.

26 — The Buckeye Farmer’s Market will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.

27 — The EGG-stravanganza will be held after the game at Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear. Children up to 12 are invited to the field to hunt for more than 5,000 candy and toy-filled eggs.

26 — FanFest 2016 will be held after the game ends at Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear.

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1-2 — Buckeye’s 49th annual melodrama will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at Youngker High School, 3000 S. Apache Road, Buckeye. 2 — Flavors of the West 2016 will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. at Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear. The event allows patrons to sample food and beverages from several different Valley establishments. 9 — KidFest will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Friendship Park, 12325 W. McDowell Road, Avondale. 15-17 — Tolleson’s Whoopee Daze Festival will be held at Veterans Park, 8601 W. Van Buren St., Tolleson. For information, call 623-936-2754 or email respinoza@tollesonaz.org.

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Clowns throw candy to children during last year’s Whoope Daze parade on Van Buren Street in Tolleson. This year’s festival will kick off April 15. Spring/Summer 2016

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will kick off at 7 p.m. at the Helzapoppin’ Rodeo Arena on Miller Road south of Baseline Road in Buckeye.

HAPPENING from V33 the Estrella Lakeside Amphitheater, Goodyear. 22 — Buckeye’s Arbor Day Expo will be held from 8 to 10 a.m. at Town Park, 207th N. Ninth St., Buckeye. The expo will include tree planting demonstrations and pruning education just to name a couple. 22 — Buckeye’s Concerts in the Park will feature HWY 85 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Festival Foothills Park, 26252 W. Desert Vista Blvd., Buckeye. 23 — The Buckeye Farmer’s Market will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sundance Park, 22865 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye.

30 — Avondale Viva Fiesta will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Western Avenue in Historic Downtown Avondale. The fiesta will feature food, drink and a salsa contest just to name a few.

May 7 — The Buckeye Demolition Derby

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27 —The Good Dinosaur will be shown at 7 p.m. at Festival Foothills Park, 26252 W. Desert Vista Blvd., Buckeye.

4 — Buckeye’s 4th of July Celebration will begin at 6 p.m. at Youngker High School, 3000 S. Apache Road, Buckeye.

28 — Buckeye’s Veteran’s Memorial Ceremony will be held at 9 a.m. at the Louis B. Hazelton Memorial Cemetery, 23100 W. Broadway Road, Buckeye.

4 — Goodyear’s Star Spangled 4th will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. at Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear. Admission and parking are free.

28 — The fifth annual Wigwam Championship will last all day at the Wigwam Golf Club, 451 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park. The entry cost is $150 per player. The championship is intended to be played by amateur golfers. 30 — Litchfield Park’s Memorial Day ceremony will be held at 7 a.m. on the west lawn of Litchfield Elementary School, 13825 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. 30 — Avondale’s Memorial Day Ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. at Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale.

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4 — Litchfield Park’s 4th of July celebration will be held at 8:30 p.m. at the Wigwam, 300 Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park.

August

20 — The Quarter Auction Craze will be held at 6 p.m. at the Dr. Saide Recreation Center, 1003 E. Eason Ave., Buckeye. Admission is $3 and includes refreshments, a bidding paddle and a raffle ticket.

September

16 — A flag-raising ceremony will be held from 8:15 to 9 a.m. at Litchfield Park City Hall, 214 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. Light refreshments will be served.

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29 — Buckeye’s Concerts in the Park will feature Come Back Buddy from 7 to 9 p.m. at Tartesso Sports Park, 30300 W. Tartesso Parkway, Buckeye.

14 — Skate Fest will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Goodyear Skate Park, 3151 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear.

June 14 — A flag-raising ceremony will be held from 8:15 to 9 a.m. at Litchfield Park City Hall, 214 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. Light refreshments will be served.

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WORSHIP DIRECTORY Avondale

Avondale Apostolic Church — Truth Tabernacle

825 N. Central Ave., Avondale 623-932-0893 www.avondaleapostolic.com

Bethany Church of God in Christ Garden Lakes Elementary School 10825 W. Garden Lakes Parkway, Avondale 602-339-7433 www.bethanychurchphx.com

The Carpenter’s House of Worship 13048 W. Rancho Santa Fe Blvd., Avondale 623-266-2469 www.thechowchurch.org

Christ Community United Methodist Church 104 W. Western Ave., Avondale 623-932-3480 www.myccumc.com

10930 W. Garden Lakes Parkway, Avondale 623-772-9275

Spring/Summer 2016

11301 W. Indian School Road, Avondale 623-877-3220 www.cornerstoneaz.org

Desert Springs Worship Center

10714 W. Fourth St., Avondale 623-936-4166 www.dswc-pcg.org

First Baptist Church Garden Lakes

2517 N. 107th Ave., Avondale 623-936-7148 www.gardenlakesbaptist.com

First Southern Baptist Church of Avondale

1001 N. Central Ave., Avondale 623-932-2723 www.fsbca.org

Goodyear Friends Inc.

104 N. Dysart Road, Avondale 623-932-2292

Harvest Outreach Christian Center

715 E. Western Ave., Avondale 623-932-6453 www.harvestoutreachaziconosites.com

Iglesia Bautista del Oeste 19 N. Central Ave., Avondale 623-925-1960

Iglesia La Luz Del Mundo 7 E. Kinderman Drive, Avondale 623-882-8487

Lighthouse Baptist Church

Collier Elementary School 350 S. 118th Ave., Avondale 480-721-2206 www.lbcavondale.com

La Misión Assembly of God

Morning Star Baptist Church

500 S. Seventh St., Avondale 623-932-4320

New Life Covenant Church

541 E. Main St., Avondale 623-932-1670 www.avondalechurch.com

Primera Iglesia Bautista de Ant 12610 W. Whyman St., Avondale 623-932-5723

Redemption Christian Church

11147 W. Buckeye Road, Avondale 623-936-3703

305 W. Western Ave., Avondale 623-521-0621

Life Elevation Church

Rose of Sharon World Evangelistic Church

2517 N. 107th Ave., Building A, Avondale 623-396-6290 www.lifeelevationchurch.org

Love on Fire Church La Joya Community High School 11650 W. Whyman Ave., Avondale 602-690-1442 www.loveonfirechurch.org

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redemptionchristianchurch.org

919 N. Dysart Road, Suite W, Avondale 623-363-0585 www.wecintl.org

The Sanctuary Community Church

10739 W. Mountain Drive, Avondale 623-936-6793

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WORSHIP

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Cornerstone Christian Center

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 13720 W. Thomas Road, Avondale 623-935-2151 www.stacc.net

St. William Catholic Church

11001 W. Third St., Avondale 623-936-6115

Sufficient Grace Christian Center

Homewood Suites 11450 W. Hilton Way, Avondale 480-522-5196 www.sufficientgraceaz.org

Sword of the Spirit Ministry

501 W. Van Buren St., Avondale 623-932-4448 www.swordofthespiritaz.org

Temple of Faith

201 E. Main St., Avondale 623-695-6670

Wings As Eagles International Church 16 N. Fifth St. Avondale 623-932-3156 www.waeic.com

Word of Life Christian Center

1435 N. Central Ave., Avondale 623-932-2055 www.wordoflifechristiancenter.net

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Buckeye

Arlington Baptist Church

32700 W. Arlington Road, Buckeye 623-386-1447

Buckeye Christian Church 214 S. Fifth St., Buckeye 602-386-3513

Buckeye First Assembly 23230 W. MC85, Buckeye 623-386-4783 www.buckeyefirstassembly.net

Buckeye Light & Life Church

304 E. Roosevelt Ave., Buckeye 623-386-4759 buckeyelightandlife.com

Buckeye Seventh Day Adventist

501 N. Fourth St., Buckeye 623-386-4588 www.buckeyesda.org

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Buckeye Worship Center

7707 SW Hwy 85, Buckeye 623-340-4289 www.buckeyeworshipcenter.com

Calvary Chapel

Buckeye Elementary School District building 25555 W. Durango St., Buckeye 623-282-1086 www.calvarychapelbuckeye.com

Camino de Santidad

22953 W. Morning Glory St., Buckeye

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 1002 Eason Ave., Buckeye 623-386-4188

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Liberty United Methodist Church

19900 W. Highway 85, Buckeye 623-386-4090 www.libertyunitedmethodist.com

Lifeway Church

18926 W. Latham St., Buckeye 623-853-0686 www.lifewaychurchaz.com

Living Water Lutheran Church

The Odyssey Academy 6500 S. Apache Road, Buckeye 623-266-1835 www.livingwateraz.org

Mountain Vista Community Church

Summit Community Church

Verrado High School auditorium 20050 W. Indian School Road, Buckeye 623-535-0251 www.summitcc.org

Summit of Hope Assembly of God

Buckeye Elementary School 210 S. Sixth St., Buckeye 623-695-0224

Sundance Community Church

Inca Elementary School 23601 W. Durango St., Buckeye 623-680-4615 www.sundancechurch.com

Valley Christian Ministries

22487 W. Sundance Parkway, Buckeye 520-421-0322

Steven R. Jasinski Elementary School 4280 S. 246th Ave., Buckeye 623-474-5757 www.mtvistaonline.org

Community Church of Buckeye

Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church

Victory Baptist Church

A United Methodist Church 810 Eason Ave., Buckeye 623-386-2674 www.ccobumc.weebly.com

CrossPointe Church

Tartesso Elementary School 29677 W. Indianola Ave., Buckeye 623-866-4225 www.xpointe.net

Crossroad Baptist Church

Verrado Middle School cafeteria 20880 W. Main St., Buckeye 623-341-0490 www.crossroad-az.org

Desert Baptist Church

201 W. Baseline Road, Buckeye 602-386-7636

Desert Hills Baptist Church

Odyssey Institute 1495 S. Verrado Way, Buckeye 623-202-2822 www.dhbcb.org

Elevation Church

Inca Elementary School 23601 W. Durango St., Buckeye

First Southern Baptist Church of Buckeye 405 N. Third St., Buckeye 623-386-5614 www.buckeyebaptist.org

Grace Fellowship Church 1300 N. Miller Road, Buckeye 623-393-8386 www.graceinbuckeye.com

403 N. Fourth St., Buckeye 623-386-6365 www.mtpleasentbaptistchurch.org

New Jerusalem Ministries 508 Clanton Ave., Buckeye 623-386-2714 or 623-386-5049 www.njmonline.net

Our Saviour Lutheran Church

10 N. Apache Road, Buckeye 623-386-6708

Palm Valley Church

Youngker High School 3000 S. Apache Road, Buckeye 623-536-2106 www.palmvalley.org

Palo Verde Baptist Church

29600 W. Old Highway 80, Palo Verde 623-393-9628 www.paloverdebaptistchurch.org

The River Church

19923 W. Edgemont Ave., Buckeye (Wednesdays) 623-262-4969 www.theriverchurchaz.com

St. Henry Catholic Church 24750 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Buckeye 623-386-0175 www.sthenrybuckeye.com

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Bales Elementary School 25400 W. Maricopa Road, Buckeye 1-855-808-2553 www.vcm1.ws Rainbow Valley Elementary School 19716 W. Narramore Road, Buckeye 623-386-3240 www.victorysbc.org

Way of Grace Church

Sundance Elementary School 23800 W. Hadley St., Buckeye 623-478-2130 www.wayofgracechurch.com

West Valley Free Will Baptist Church

19956 W. McDowell Road, Buckeye 623-853-0570 www.wvfwbc.org

White Tanks Southern Baptist Church 1420 N. 192nd Ave., Buckeye 623-853-0089 www.wtsbc.org Goodyear

C3 Church

15652 W. Ashland Ave., Goodyear 623-694-2939 www.c3phx.org

Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, ELCA 918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-932-2394 www.christevangelical.org

Spring/Summer 2016

Christ Presbyterian Church

925 N. Sarival Ave., Goodyear 623-882-0721 www.cpcgoodyear.org

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 425 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-882-0156

Citrus Road Community Church of the Nazarene 418 S. Citrus Road, Goodyear 623-932-2733 www.crccnazarene.com

Compass Church

16060 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear 623-935-3060 www.compasschurch.info

Crossings Church

New Foundation

122 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-444-9762 www.newfoundation.org

Palm Valley Church

431 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-536-2106 www.palmvalley.org

Redeeming Grace Church

3673 S. Bullard Ave. Suite 104, Goodyear 623-925-2440 www.rgcaz.org

The Refinery Christian Church

600 N. Bullard Ave., Suite 10, Goodyear 623-925-2000 www.therefinerycc.com

The River Church

Desert Edge High School 15778 W. Yuma Road, Goodyear 856-455-2671 crossingschurchaz.org

Millennium High School 14802 W. Wigwam Blvd., Goodyear 623-262-4969 www.theriverchurchaz.com

Desert Springs Community Church West Campus

River in the Desert Christian Fellowship

14440 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear 623-435-2105 dscchurch.com

Estrella Mountain Church 10485 S. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear 623-386-0300 www.emcaz.org

GracePointe

Heritage Baptist Church Christ Presbyterian Church 925 N. Sarival Ave., Goodyear 623-882-2351 www.HeritageBaptistAZ.org

Harvest Baptist Church

535 N. Sarival Ave., Goodyear 602-361-8025 www.hbcgoodyear.org

Jehovah’s Witnesses

14038 W. Yuma Road, Goodyear 623-932-1708

King of Kings Church Archway Trivium Academy 14130 W. McDowell Road, Suite 222, Goodyear 623-385-6607 www.KKChurch.org

Spring/Summer 2016

Desert Thunder Elementary School 16750 W. Garfield St., Goodyear 623-521-3549 www.westpointebaptist.org

West Valley Assembly of God

1781 N. Central Ave., Goodyear 623-932-5737 www.westvalleyassembly.com

West Valley Church of Christ

Litchfield Park

The Church at Litchfield Park

300 N. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park 623-935-3411 www.churchatlitchfieldpark.org

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 301 W. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park 623-536-2098

Liberty Worship Center

18604 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Goodyear 623-695-5623 www.wvcochrist.org

3020 N. 191st. Ave., Litchfield Park 480-254-3163

West Valley Fellowship

3015 N. Jackrabbit Trail 623-853-1050

18503 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear 602-525-8467

West Valley United Pentecostal Church

16277 W. Jackson St., Goodyear 623-692-6850

Lighthouse Fellowship www.lighthousefellowshipaz.webs.com

Litchfield Park First Baptist Church

901 E. Plaza Circle, Litchfield Park 623-935-3163 www.litchfieldparkfirstbaptist.com

Litchfield Park SeventhDay Adventist Church

918 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 602-628-4465

901 E. Plaza Circle, Litchfield Park 541-944-5342 wwwlitchfieldparkadventistfaith.org

River of Life Lutheran Church

3690 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 107, Goodyear 623-312-8650 riveroflifeaz.org

The Rock

877 N. Sarival Ave., Goodyear 623-932-1009 therockaz.com

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Palm Valley Community Center 14145 W. Palm Valley Blvd., Goodyear 623-933-0118 www.gracepointechurchaz.com

Westpointe Baptist Church

St. John Vianney Catholic Church and School

539 E. La Pasada Blvd., Goodyear 623-932-3313 www.sjvaz.net

Skyway Church of the West Valley

14900 W. Van Buren St., Goodyear 623-935-4858 www.skywaychurch.com

Vineyard Goodyear Church

255 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear 623-932-2500 www.azvineyard.com

1420 North 192nd Avenue Buckeye, Arizona 85396 Church Office - (623) 853-0089

Wellspring Church

Great Hearts Academy 2001 N. Bullard Ave., Goodyear 480-455-8244 www.wellspringchurch.com

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St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

400 S. Old Litchfield Road, Litchfield Park 623-935-3279 www.stpetersaz.com

Trinity Lutheran Church 830 E. Plaza Circle, Litchfield Park 623-935-4665 www.trinitylcs.org Peoria

Fresh Start Church

14185 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria 623-979-4392 www.freshstartaz.com

Pentecostal Deliverance COGIC

8668 W. Mountain View Road, Peoria 623-486-7782

South Peoria Baptist Church

9000 W. Olive Ave., Peoria 623-486-1556 www.spbch.com Tolleson

A Church of Grace

8 S. 92nd Drive, Tolleson 623-936-4629

Beth Yeshua Ha Go’el

1010 N. 95th Ave., Tolleson 623-535-3122

WORSHIP

Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church

512 N. 93rd Ave., Tolleson 623-936-7107 www.blessedaz.org

The Bridge Community Church

10 S. 93rd Ave., Tolleson 623-399-8540 www.bridgeworshipcenter.com

Open Doors Ministries Church

9302 W. Monroe St., Tolleson 602-908-0608 www.opendoorsministrieschurch.org Tonopah

Valley Baptist Church of Tonopah/Wintersburg 37702 W. Indian School Road, Tonopah 623-393-0211

www.tonopahvalleybaptistchurch.org Waddell

Cotton Lane Community Church

6240 N. Cotton Lane, Waddell 623-935-1776

Wat Promkunaram Buddhist Temple of Arizona

17212 W. Maryland Ave., Waddell 623-935-2276 www.watpromkunaram.org W. Phoenix, Glendale, Sun City, Surprise, El Mirage

Abundant Harvest Church

3306 W. Catalina Drive, Phoenix 623-810-2355 www.ahconline.org

Abundant Living Unity The Courtyard Marriott 1650 N. 95th Lane, Phoenix 623-243-3501 www.abundantlivingunity.org

Alleluia Lutheran Church

8444 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix 623-849-4327 www.AlleluiaChurch.org

Beth El Congregation 1118 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix 602-944-3359 www.bethelphoenix.com

First Country Baptist Church 12844 W. Santa Fe Drive, Surprise 623-583-9838

Beth Emeth Congregation 13702 W. Meeker Blvd., Sun City West 623-584-7210

Grace Walk Community Church

7840 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Phoenix 623-907-8991 www.gracewalkchurch.org

Calvary United Methodist Church

7949 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix 623-849-1676 www.calvaryumcphoenix.org

Hamblen Chapel Evangelical Methodist Church

Camelback Community Church

Iglesia Armonia

7634 W. Camelback Road, Glendale 623-846-3497 www.camelbackcommunity.com

Central Christian Church

1614 S. 111th Ave., Phoenix 623-936-9524 9495 W. Coyotes Blvd., Glendale 623-760-2026

In His Presence Christian Church

Comfort Suites 9824 W. Camelback Road, Glendale

8600 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale 623-937-2741 www.centralaz.com

Jehovah’s Witnesses

Davids 400

7905 N 71st Ave., Glendale 623-889-0313 www.davids400.com

The Door Christian Fellowship Church

7342 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix 623-848-0849 www.doorwphx.blogspot.com

First Church of Christ, Scientist 8228 W. Orangewood Ave., Glendale 623-937-9258 www.cschurchglendaleaz.org

2448 W. Colter., Phoenix 623-386-2775

Kingdom in the Valley Christian Church

11640 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix 602-441-0540 www.kivcc.org

LifeSpring Church

12336 W. Butler Drive, Suite 200, El Mirage 623-935-3202 www.lifespringaz.com

Love Life Church

8016 W. Camelback Road, Glendale 623-872-4998 www.lovelifechurch.com

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Our Lady of the Sun Catholic Church Inc.

12546 W. Peoria Ave., El Mirage 623-974-4133 www.ourladyofthesun.com

Real Life Ministries 13174 W. Foxfire, Bldg. B, Surprise 623-933-4999 www.rlmdestiny.com

St. Andrew’s Reformed Episcopal Church

The Chapel at Faith Lutheran Church 801 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix 623-377-8698 www.saintandrewsrec.com

St. Paul Lutheran Church

The Refuge Church

10550 W. Mariposa St. 623-282-4970 www.refugechurchaz.com

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church

6301 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix 623-846-2228 www.stpaullutheran-az.com

Streams Church

6532 N. El Mirage Road, Glendale 623-363-7450 www.streamschurch.org

6300 W. Camelback Road, Glendale 623-846-8046

Temple Beth Shalom Jewish — Reform

Vision Baptist Church

12202 N. 101st Ave., Sun City 623-977-3240 www.templebethshalomaz.org

13419 W. Ocotillo Road, Glendale 623-505-5631 www.visionbaptistchurch.com

Thomas Road Baptist Church

West End Baptist Church

5735 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix 623-247-5735 www.trbcphx.org

9101 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix 623-877-2815

Turning Leaf Community, A Church of the Nazarene

West Valley Family Church

Heritage Elementary School 6805 N. 125th Ave., Glendale 602-743-3790 www.tlcnaz.org

6115 N. 91st Ave., Glendale 623-872-1734 www.wvfcnaz.com

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3645 Clubhouse Drive (1 mile W. of Litchﬁeld Rd. on Indian School) Goodyear (623) 935-6761

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14175 W. Indian School Rd, Ste C-4 Goodyear (623) 935-9553

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DIRECTORY OF SCHOOLS High Schools

Agua Fria Union High School District

SCHOOLS

Superintendent: Dennis Runyan District office: 1481 N. Eliseo Felix Jr. Way Avondale, AZ 85323 623-932-7000 www.aguafria.org Board president: Tom Rosztocsy School board meets: Visit website for times and dates Place: District office Agua Fria High School 530 E. Riley Drive Avondale, AZ 85323 623-932-7300 Principal: Thom Luedemann Coldwater Academy 750 E. Riley Drive Avondale, AZ 85323 623-932-7106 Coordinator: Shelle Schlosser Desert Edge High School 15778 W. Yuma Road Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-932-7500 Principal: Julie Jones Millennium High School 14802 W. Wigwam Blvd. Goodyear, AZ 85395 623-932-7200 Principal: Tamee Gressett Verrado High School 20050 W. Indian School Road Buckeye, AZ 85396 623-932-7400 Principal: Terry Maurer

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Buckeye Union High School District Superintendent: Eric Godfrey District office: 1000 E. Narramore Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-386-9701 www.buhsd.org Board president: Steve Warner School board meets: 6:15 p.m. second Monday of each month Place: District office Buckeye Union High School 1000 E. Narramore Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-386-4423 Principal: Tawn Argeris Estrella Foothills High School 13033 S. Estrella Parkway Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-327-2400 Principal: Leslie Standerfer Learning Center 751 N. 215th Ave. Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-474-0332 Principal: Karen Sanders Youngker High School 3000 S. Apache Road Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-474-0100 Principal: Randy Stillman

Tolleson Union High School District Superintendent: Lexi Cunningham District office: 9801 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-4000 www.tuhsd.org Board president: Steven Chapman School board meets: 6 p.m. second and fourth Tuesday of each month Place: District office board room Copper Canyon High School 9126 W. Camelback Road Glendale, AZ 85305 623-478-4800 Principal: Mindy Marsit

James A. Green Continuing Education Academy 9701 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-4120 Director: Travis Johnson La Joya Community High School 11650 W. Whyman Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-478-4400 Principal: Brandi Haskins Lighthouse Academy 9419 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-4377 Director: Travis Johnson Sierra Linda High School 3434 S. 67th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85043 623-474-7700 Principal: Tim Madrid Tolleson Union High School 9419 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-4200 Principal: Ernie Molina University High School 9419 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-4380 Academic Dean: Susan Thompson Westview High School 10850 W. Garden Lakes Parkway Avondale, AZ 85392 623-478-4600 Principal: Michele Wilson Elementary Schools

Arlington Elementary School District Superintendent: Chad Turner District office: 9410 S. 355th Ave. Arlington, AZ 85322 623-386-2031 www.arlingtonelem.org Board president: Thomas Vanosdel School board meets: 6 p.m. second Monday of each month

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Place: Arlington Elementary School or the Harquahala Fire District Arlington Elementary School 9410 S. 355th Ave. Arlington, AZ 85322 623-386-2031

Avondale Elementary School District Superintendent: Betsy Hargrove District office: 295 W. Western Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-772-5000 www.avondale.k12.az.us Board president: Mark Gonzales School board meets: Visit website for times and dates Place: District office Avondale Middle School 1406 N. Central Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-772-4500 Principal: Lillian Linn Centerra Mirage School 15151 W. Centerra Drive Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-772-4800 Principal: Casey Frank Copper Trails School 16875 W. Canyon Trails Blvd. Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-772-4100 Principal: Stacy Ellis Desert Star School 2131 S. 157th Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-772-4600 Principal: Kara Largent Desert Thunder School 16750 W. Garfield St. Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-772-4700 Principal: Wayne Deffenbaugh Eliseo C. Felix School 540 E. La Pasada Blvd. Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-772-4300 Principal: Bryan D’Alessio

Spring/Summer 2016

Lattie Coor School 1406 N. Central Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-772-4400 Principal: Patricia Scarpa Michael Anderson School 45 S. Third Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-772-5100 Principal: Lori Goslar S.T.A.R. Academy 44 S. Third Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-772-5195 Administrator: Patrick Becker Wildflower School 325 S. Wildflower Drive Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-772-5200 Principal: Araceli Montoya

Buckeye Elementary School District

Spring/Summer 2016

Liberty Elementary School District Superintendent: Andy Rogers District office: 19871 W. Fremont Road Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-474-6600 www.liberty.k12.az.us Board president: Kathryn Shelton School board meets: 6:30 p.m. second Monday of each month Place: District office Estrella Mountain Elementary School 10301 S. San Miguel Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-327-2820 Principal: Sharon Marine Freedom Elementary School 22150 W. Sundance Parkway Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-327-2850 Principal: Cindy Robinson Las Brisas Academy 18211 W. Las Brisas Drive Goodyear 623-327-2860 Principal: Matthew Flagg Liberty Elementary School 19818 W. Hwy. 85 Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-327-2810 Principal: Jennifer Gray Rainbow Valley Elementary School 19716 W. Narramore Road Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-327-2830 Principal: Terri Matteson Westar Elementary School 17777 W. Westar Drive Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-327-2840 Principal: Dave Bogart

Litchfield Elementary School District Superintendent: Julianne Lein District office: 272 E. Sagebrush St. Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-535-6000 www.lesd.k12.az.us Board president: Steven Yamamori School board meets: 6 p.m. second Tuesday of each month Place: Litchfield Elementary School Barbara B. Robey Elementary School 5340 N. Wigwam Creek Blvd. Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-547-1400 Principal: Sandy Flood Corte Sierra Elementary School 3300 N. Santa Fe Trail Avondale, AZ 85392 623-547-1000 Principal: Chris Barnes Dreaming Summit Elementary School 13335 W. Missouri Ave. Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-547-1200 Principal: Sarah Lewis L. Thomas Heck Middle School 12448 W. Bethany Home Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-547-1700 Principal: Ron Sterr Litchfield Elementary School 255 E. Wigwam Blvd. Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-535-6100 Principal: Sabine Hopper Mabel Padgett Elementary School 15430 W. Turney Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85395 623-547-3200 Principal: Gina DeCoste Palm Valley Elementary School 2801 N. 135th Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85395 623-535-6400 Principal: Jennifer Benjamin Rancho Santa Fe Elementary 2150 Rancho Santa Fe Blvd. Avondale, AZ 85392 623-535-6500 Principal: Laura Combs

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Scott L. Libby Elementary School 18701 W. Thomas Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-535-6200 Principal: Rachelle Morris Verrado Elementary School 20873 W. Sunrise Lane Buckeye, AZ 85396 623-547-1600 Principal: Luke Jankee Verrado Heritage Elementary School 20895 W. Hamilton St. Buckeye, AZ 85396 623-547-3300 Principal: Kimberly Franz Verrado Middle School 20880 W. Main St. Buckeye, AZ 85396 623-547-1300 Principal: Karen Williams Western Sky Middle School 4095 N. 144th Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85395 623-535-6300 Principal: Tami Garrett White Tanks Learning Center 18825 W. Thomas Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-535-6085 Director: Carl Burks Wigwam Creek Middle School 4510 N. 127th Ave. Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-547-1100 Principal: John Scudder

Littleton Elementary School District Superintendent: Roger Freeman District office: 1600 S. 107th Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-478-5600 www.littletonaz.org Board president: Amy Soucinek School board meets: 6 p.m. second Tuesday of each month Place: Underdown Learning Center Collier Elementary School 350 S. 118th Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-478-5900 Principal: Gioia Pitts

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Superintendent: Kristi Sandvik District office: 25555 W. Durango Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-925-3400 www.besd33.org Board president: Marcus Eads School board meets: Visit website for times and dates Place: District office Bales Elementary School 25400 W. Maricopa Road Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-847-8503 Principal: Fred Lugo Buckeye Preschool 640 Centre Ave. Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-925-3333 Preschool Director: Brittany Tarango Buckeye Elementary School 211 S. Seventh St. Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-386-4487 Principal: Nick Forgette Inca Elementary School 23601 W. Durango Street Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-925-3500 Principal: Laura Wilson Steven R. Jasinski Elementary School 4280 S. 246th Ave. Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-925-3100 Principal: Donna Fitzgerald

Sundance Elementary School 23800 W. Hadley St. Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-847-8531 Principal: Neva Burlingame West Park Elementary School 2700 S. 257th Drive Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-435-3282 Principal: Lorrese Roer

Country Place Elementary School 10207 W. Country Place Blvd. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-6100 Principal: Michael Cagle Estrella Vista Elementary School 11905 W. Cocopah Circle North Avondale, AZ 85323 623-478-6200 Principal: Richard Ramos Littleton Elementary School 1252 S. Avondale Blvd. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-478-5700 Principal: Lorie Eastep Quentin Elementary School 11050 W. Whyman Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-478-6000 Principal: Eric Atuahene Tres Rios Elementary School 5025 S. 103rd Ave. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-6300 Principal: Karen Grose

Palo Verde Elementary School District

SCHOOLS

Superintendent: Robert Aldridge District office: 10700 S. Palo Verde Road Palo Verde, AZ 85343 623-327-3690 www.paloverdeschools.org Board president: Todd Hall School board meets: 5:45 p.m. second Monday of each month Place: District office Palo Verde Elementary School 10700 S. Palo Verde Road Palo Verde, AZ 85343 623-327-3680 Principal: Robert Aldridge

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Pendergast Elementary School District Superintendent: Lily Matos DeBlieux District office: 3802 N. 91st Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-772-2200 www.pesd92.org Board president: Jose Arenas School board meets: Visit website for times and dates Place: District office; periodically at schools on a rotating basis. Amberlea Elementary School 8455 W. Virginia Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-772-2900 Principal: Amy Bonilla Canyon Breeze Elementary School 11675 W. Encanto Blvd. Avondale, AZ 85392 623-772-2610 Principal: Kate Laser Copper King Elementary School 10730 W. Campbell Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-772-2580 Principal: Janine Ambrose Desert Horizon Elementary School 8525 W. Osborn Road Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-772-2430 Principal: Suzanne Jaramillo Desert Mirage Elementary School 8605 W. Maryland Ave. Glendale, AZ 85305 623-772-2550 Principal: Susie Torrejos Garden Lakes Elementary School 10825 W. Garden Lakes Parkway Avondale, AZ 85392 623-772-2520 Principal: Jill Helland Pendergast Elementary School 3800 N. 91st Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-772-2400 Principal: Mike Woolsey Rio Vista Elementary School 10237 W. Encanto Blvd. Avondale, AZ 85392 623-772-2670 Principal: Siobhan McCarthy

Sonoran Sky Elementary School 10150 W. Missouri Ave. Glendale, AZ 85307 623-772-2640 Principal: Joseph Jacobo Sunset Ridge Elementary School 8490 W. Missouri Ave. Glendale, AZ 85305 623-772-2730 Principal: Jef Heredia Villa de Paz Elementary School 4940 N. 103rd Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-772-2490 Principal: Shakira Simmons Westwind Elementary School 9040 W. Campbell Road Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-772-2700 Principal: Rod Henkel

Saddle Mountain Unified School District Superintendent: Mark Joraanstad District office: 38201 W. Indian School Road Tonopah, AZ 85354 623-474-5115 www.smusd90.org Board president: Dan Blackson School board meets: 6 p.m. first Tuesday of each month Place: District office Ruth Fisher Elementary School 38201 W. Indian School Road Tonopah, AZ 85354 623-474-5501 Principal: Rene Molina Tartesso Elementary School 29677 W. Indianola Ave. Buckeye, AZ 85396 623-474-5400 Principal: Liz Burton Tonopah Valley High School 38201 W. Indian School Road Tonopah, AZ 85354 623-474-5201 Principal: Edgar Garcia

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Tolleson Elementary School District Superintendent: Lupita Hightower District office: 9261 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-936-9740 www.tollesonschools.com Board president: Adriana Morado School board meets: 6 p.m. first Wednesday of each month Place: District office; periodically at schools on a rotating basis Arizona Desert Elementary School 8803 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-907-5260 Principal: Brenda Catlett Desert Oasis Elementary School 8802 W. McDowell Road Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-533-3901 Principal: Claudia Espinoza Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School 9401 W. Garfield Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-907-5181 Principal: Cynthia Mills Sheely Farms Elementary School 9450 W. Encanto Blvd. Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-907-5270 Principal: Melissa Marze

Union Elementary School District Superintendent: Jim Rice District office: 3834 S. 91st Ave. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-5005 www.unionesd.org Board president: Delson Sunn School board meets: 5 p.m. second Thursday of each month Place: District conference room Dos Rios Elementary School 2150 S. 87th Ave. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-474-7000 Principal: Milton Collins

Spring/Summer 2016

Hurley Ranch Elementary School 8950 W. Illini Drive Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-5100 Assistant Principal: Adam Klingelhoets Union Elementary School 3834 S. 91st Ave., Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-5000 Principal: Michael Welsh Others

Spring/Summer 2016

Montessori in the Park 1832 N. Litchfield Road Goodyear, AZ 85395 623-535-4863 www.mipschool.org Director: Fiona Quinlan Montessori West Preparatory School 13034 W. Solano Drive Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-935-2017 www.montessoriwest.com Director: Cora Gaabucayan The Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies 1495 S. Verrado Way Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-327-1757 www.odyprep.com/oi High School Principal: Bryan Pratt Junior High School Principal: Mary Daniels The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Buckeye 6500 S. Apache Road Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-327-3111 www.odyprep.com Co-principals: Kenneth Olson and Angie Price The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Goodyear 17532 W. Harrison St. Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-882-1140 www.odyprep.com Principal: Liz Douglass St. John Vianney Elementary School 539 La Pasada Blvd. Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-932-2434 www.sjvazschool.net Principal: Doug Weivoda St. Peter’s Episcopal Montessori School 400 S. Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-935-7737 www.stpetersmontessori.com Director: Shiffa Mashood St. Thomas Aquinas Grade School 13720 W. Thomas Road Avondale, AZ 85392 623-935-0945 www.stacc.net Principal: Cynthia Scheller

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Skyview High School 4290 S. Miller Road Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-386-6799 www.skyviewhs.com School Leader: Danielle Calderon Trinity Lutheran School 830 E. Plaza Circle Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-935-4690 www.trinitynewthinking.org Headmaster: William Luedtke West Valley Christian School 16260 W. Van Buren St. Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-234-2100 www.wvchristianschool.org Principal: Tanya Mooney Colleges/Trade Schools/ Universities

Arizona State University West 4701 W. Thunderbird Road Glendale, AZ 85306 602-543-5500 https://campus.asu.edu/west Estrella Mountain Community College 3000 N. Dysart Road Avondale, AZ 85392 623-935-8000 www.estrellamountain.edu Franklin Pierce University 14455 W. Van Buren St., Suite 100, Building A Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-518-2386 www.franklinpierce.edu Glendale Community College 6000 W. Olive Ave. Glendale, AZ 85302 623-845-3000 www2.gccaz.edu Universal Technical Institute 10695 W. Pierce St. Avondale, AZ 85323 800-510-5845 www.uti.edu University of Phoenix 9520 W. Palm Lane Phoenix, AZ 85037 602-557-2000 www.phoenix.edu

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Archway Classical Academy-Trivium West 2001 N. Bullard Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85395 623-414-4883 www.archwaytrivium.org Headmaster: Theresa Krueger Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Estrella Mountain High School 3400 N. Dysart Road Avondale, AZ 85392 623-535-0754 www.aaechighschools.com Principal: Ramona Ramirez Arizona Preparatory Academy 4200 N. 99th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85037 623-907-2661 cyberhs.com Executive Director: Kurt Huzar Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain 2504 S. 91st Ave. Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-474-2120 www.plcaaem.org Principal: Ronald Alexander BASIS Goodyear 15800 W. Sherman St., Goodyear, AZ 85338 480-276-8592 www.basisgoodyear.org Head of School: Robert Bowley Bradley Academy of Excellence 16060 W. Lower Buckeye Parkway Goodyear, AZ 85338 800-993-1458 www.mybradley.org Director: Daniel Hughes Crown Charter School 12450 W. Maryland Ave. Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-535-9300 www.crowncharter.com Director: James Shade

E-Institute at Avondale 1035 E. Van Buren St., Suite 111 Avondale, AZ 85323 623-760-9061 www.e-institute.us Principal: Curtis Gardner E-Institute at Buckeye 6213 S. Miller Road, Suite 109 Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-505-7118 www.e-institute.us Principal: Marty Acosta Estrella High School 510 N. Central Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-932-6562 www.estrellahs.com School Leader: JD Corey Grace Fellowship Academy 1300 N. Miller Road Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-393-8883 www. gracefellowshipacademy.org Principal: Geri Parker Harvest Preparatory Academy 14900 W. Van Buren St., Building E Goodyear, AZ 85338 602-708-2334 www.harvestprep.com Site Director: Kellye Carroll Heritage Elementary School 6805 N. 125th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85307 623-742-3956 www.hesglendale.org Principal: Justin Dye Hope Montessori School 5348 N. 106th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85307 623-877-2985 www.hopemontessori.info Director: Kathy Selland Imagine Avondale 950 N. Eliseo C. Felix, Jr. Way Avondale, AZ 85323 623-344-1730 www.imagineavondale.org Principal: Kim Agnew Incito Schools 877 N. Sarival Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-398-6968 www.incitoschools.org Principal: Jayson Black Legacy Traditional School 12320 W. Van Buren St. Avondale, AZ 85323 623-344-0330 www.avondale. legacytraditional.org Principal: Kristin Smith

STATE DIRECTORY U.S. House of Representatives District 3 Rep. Raul Grijalva (D)

District 7 Rep. Ruben Gallego (D)

District 4 Rep. Paul Gosar (R)

District 8 Rep. Trent Franks (R)

1511 Longworth HOB Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-2435; grijalva.house.gov Local office: 1412 N. Central Ave., Suite B, Avondale, AZ 85323 623-536-7479

504 Cannon HOB Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-2315; gosar.house.gov

1218 Longworth HOB Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-4065; rubengallego.house.gov Local office: 411 N. Central Ave., Suite 150 Phoenix, AZ 85004 602-256-0551

2435 Rayburn HOB Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-4576; franks.house.gov Local office: 7121 W. Bell Road, Suite 200 Glendale, AZ 85308 623-776-7911 9555 W. Van Buren St. Tolleson, AZ 85353

Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Clint L. Hickman (R)

District 4, which includes Avondale, Litchfield Park, Goodyear, north Buckeye 301 W. Jefferson Ave., 10th floor Phoenix, AZ 85003 602-506-7642 chickman@mail.maricopa.gov

Steve Gallardo (D)

District 5, which includes Goodyear, Tolleson, Avondale, south Buckeye 301 W. Jefferson Ave., 10th floor Phoenix, AZ 85003 602-506-7092 gallardos001@mail.maricopa.gov

State Legislature District 4 Sen. Lynne Pancrazi (D)

District 19 Sen. Lupe Contreras (D)

Rep. Charlene R. Fernandez (D)

Rep. Mark A. Cardenas (D)

Rep. Lisa Otondo (D)

Rep. Diego Espinoza (D)

1700 W. Washington St., Room 308 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-3004; lpancrazi@azleg.gov

1700 W. Washington St., Room 126 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-3098; cfernandez@azleg.gov 1700 W. Washington St., Room 123 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-3002; lotondo@azleg.gov

District 13 Sen. Don Shooter (R)

1700 W. Washington St., Room 200 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-4139; dshooter@azleg.gov

U.S. Senate Sen. John McCain (R)

218 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-2235; mccain.senate.gov Local office: 2201 E. Camelback Road, Suite 115, Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-952-2410 V46

Sen. Jeff Flake (R)

413 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-4521; flake.senate.gov Local office: 2200 E. Camelback Road, Suite 120, Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-840-1891

Rep. Darin Mitchell (R)

1700 W. Washington St., Room 313 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-5894; dmitchell@azleg.gov

Rep. Steve Montenegro (R)

1700 W. Washington St., Room 208 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-5955; smontenegro@azleg.gov

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1700 W. Washington St., Room 313 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-5284; lcontreras@azleg.gov 1700 W. Washington St., Room 122 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-3014; mcardenas@azleg.gov 1700 W. Washington St., Room 118 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-3134; despinoza@azleg.gov

District 29 Sen. Martin Quezada (D)

1700 W. Washington St., Room 313 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-5911; mquezada@azleg.gov

Rep. Richard C. Andrade (D)

1700 W. Washington St., Room 125 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-3130; randrade@azleg.gov

Rep. Ceci Velasquez (D)

1700 W. Washington St., Room 124 Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-926-3144; cvelasquez@azleg.gov Spring/Summer 2016

Cities at a Glance Year of incorporation: 1946 Population: 85,167 Median age: 32 Median household annual income: $64,785 Land area: 54 square miles City Hall: 11465 W. Civic Center Drive (623-333-1000) www.ci.avondale.az.us Mayor: Kenn Weise Vice mayor: Stephanie Karlin

Council: David Iwanski, Bryan Kilgore, Jim McDonald, Sandi Nielson and Lorenzo Sierra City manager: David Fitzhugh Police Dept.: 11485 W. Civic Center Drive (623-333-7000) Police chief: Dale Nannenga Fire Dept.: 1825 N. 107th Ave. (623-333-6000) Fire chief: Paul Adams Libraries: Avondale Civic Center

Year of incorporation: 1929 Population: 61,000 Median age: 32.1 Median household annual income: $69,361 Land area: 600 square miles City Hall: 530 E. Monroe Ave. (623-349-6000) www.buckeyeaz.gov Mayor: Jackie Meck Vice mayor: Michelle Hess

Council: Robert Garza, Craig Heustis, Brian McAchran, Eric Orsborn and Ray Strauss City manager: Stephen Cleveland Police Dept.: 100 N. Apache Road, Suite D (623-349-6499) Police chief: Larry Hall

Fire Dept.: 21699 W. Yuma Road, Suite 101 (623-349-6700) Fire chief: Bob Costello Libraries: Downtown Branch, 310 N. Sixth St.; Coyote Branch, 21699 W. Yuma Road, Suite 116 (623-349-6300) Post Office: 51 E. Monroe Ave. (623-386-3117)

Year of incorporation: 1946 Population: 74,625 Median age: 35.6 Median household annual income: $74,727 Land area: 191 square miles City Hall: 190 N. Litchfield Road (623-932-3910) www.goodyearaz.gov Mayor: Georgia Lord Vice mayor: Sheri Lauritano

Council: Wally Campbell, Sharolyn Hohman, Joanne Osborne, Joe Pizzillo and Bill Stipp City manager: Brian Dalke Police Dept.: 14455 W. Van Buren St., Suite E-101 (623932-1220) Police chief: Jerry Geier

Fire Dept.: 14455 W. Van Buren St., Suite E-102 (623-932-2300) Fire chief: Paul Luizzi Library: 14455 W. Van Buren St., Suite C-101 (602-652-3000) Post Office: 875 S. Estrella Parkway (623-882-9148)

Year of incorporation: 1987 Population: 5,392 Median age: 44.2 Median household annual income: $77,481 Land area: 3.3 square miles City Hall: 214 W. Wigwam Blvd. (623-935-5033) www.litchfield-park.org Mayor: Tom Schoaf Vice mayor: Paul Faith

Council: Tim Blake, Peter Mahoney, Jeff Raible, John Romack and Paul Stucky City manager: Darryl Crossman Police Dept.: Maricopa County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office (602-876-1011)

Fire Dept.: Goodyear Fire Department (623-932-2300) Library: 101 W. Wigwam Blvd. (602-652-3000) Post Office: 591 Plaza Circle (623-935-2089)

Year of incorporation: 1929 Population: 6,929 Median age: 26.6 Median household annual income: $34,485 Land area: 5.75 square miles City Hall: 9555 W. Van Buren St. (623-936-7111) www.tollesonaz.org Mayor: Adolfo Gamez Vice mayor: Linda Laborin

Council: Lupe Bandin, Clorinda Erives, Kathie Farr, Albert Mendoza and Juan Rodriguez City manager: Reyes Medrano Jr. Police Dept.: 8350 W. Van Buren St. (623-936-7186) Police chief: Larry Rodriguez Fire Dept.: 203 N. 92nd Ave. (623-936-8500) Fire chief: George Good

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Library: 9555 W. Van Buren St. (623-936-2746) Post Office: 8805 W. Van Buren St. (623-907-0206)

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