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Volume 31 Issue 22 Goodyear, AZ
April 1, 2020
Business Briefcase BY TOM SCANLON
West Valley View Managing Editor
IN THE BIZ
Before getting to what everyone wants to know — “Where can we still go to eat?” — a few announcements. •First up: A new hotel in Avondale. My Place Hotels is opening the brand’s 55th hotel off Interstate-10 Exit 131 at 915 N. Avondale Boulevard. The 63-room, four-story hotel was developed by MP Avondale LLC., built by Haydon Building Corp and is managed by Venerts Hotel Management. Jim McDonald of MP Avondale said the owners are excited to introduce the brand and concept they love at a time when the community may need it most. “We will be in a fantastic position to serve leisure travelers once the many events nearby begin rescheduling, but opening up to serve the community of first responders and other essential travelers right here and right now is top priority,” McDonald said. “With kitchens and everything they need in the comfort of their own room, I could not think of a better place for anyone who needs clean, comfortable and flexible lodging.” Each guest room features a My Kitchen, complete with a cooktop, a microwave and a full refrigerator. My Place Hotels offer pet-friendly accommodations, include on-site laundry facilities, complimentary high-speed internet service and a 24-hour My Store, located in the hotel lobby and stocked with an array of supplies for the guests’ convenience. Public Notices ............... page 3 © Copyright, 2020 West Valley View, Inc.
•Next up: Resources for businesses/individuals. Small businesses will definitely want to bookmark a page put together by the Goodyear Economic Development Department: developgoodyearaz.com/resources/covid19. One of the most interesting links is developgoodyearaz.com/ resources/innovationhub, for “one-on-one mentoring to help you reposition your business during this temporary After a temporary closure, Dino’s Greek & Italian Cafe is one of and many West Valley restaurants remain open for takeout, drive through and delivery. setback.” (Photo courtesy Dino’s, Greek and Italian Grill) The page includes links to Arizona Commerce Author•Welcome back, Dino’s! ity, for resources to support businesses After a temporary closure, Dino’s and employees as they help combat the Greek & Italian Grill and Bar, 1550 N. spread of COVID-19, Arizona De- Dysart Road, Suite B8, Goodyear, 623partment of Economic Security, for 535-8380, is back in business. “We’re open daily from 4 to 8 p.m. unemployment benefits and other information; the Small Business Admin- for takeout, curbside and delivery,” istration, which provides low-interest promised a Facebook post. Nothing like being able to choose bedisaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from declared tween a gyro and fettuccine Alfredo … •From Deborah Huyer, owner of disasters (such as COVID-19); and the National Restaurant Association, “to two Goodyear eateries: Cafe Bebida, 8175 S. Hillside Drive, ensure that restaurants have the latest 623-248-1224, walk-up window is information about coronavirus.” Speaking of restaurants, let’s get to the open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through local eateries remaining open for takeout, Briefcase...continued on page 3 drive through and/or delivery. (USPS 004-616) is published weekly
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Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers going online daily BY SARA EDWARDS
West Valley View Staff Writer
It’s an understatement to say the arts and entertainment industry has been hit the hardest during this pandemic. Events, concerts and exhibitions were canceled one by one as people became encouraged to socially isolate and stay at home. While this pandemic has caused the arts and entertainment industry to postpone and reschedule everything, it has also caused the department to evolve to a new normal. Many arts and culture companies and departments have started turning to the internet whether it’s livestreaming a band performance or setting up virtual art exhibits. The city of Goodyear is jumping on board with virtual arts, launching a series of Facebook Live performances in partnership with the Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers. “I didn’t want folks to feel isolated,” said Guylene Ozlanski, Goodyear’s arts and culture coordinator. “I reached out to our local arts partners to see what options are out there and the Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers stepped right up.” The partnership between Solid Rock and the city of Goodyear created two daily programs for the performing arts, by the likes of Lois Zozobrado, a 20-year-old Solid Rock singer/songwriter going to college in Nashville, at 10 a.m. The other is a 1 p.m. livestream performance from teen musicians from Solid Rock. “I’m getting this great place where we’re getting to connect with people but we’re also supporting our local artists who are also going to be struggling with everyone else during this time,” Ozlanski said. “It was really a fun way to continue to strengthen community and enhance the quality of life with the arts.” Randy Spencer, fundraising consultant for Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers, said a program like this could continue even after the COVID-19 pandemic has passed to bring arts to those who can’t necessarily
Lois Zozobrado and others will lead a sing along online at 10 a.m. daily. (Photo courtesy Lo)is Zozobrado)
leave their homes. “We brainstormed and came up with this idea to do something every single day so people can feel connected and encouraged and also have some form of education and inspiration,” Spencer said. Spencer said the livestreams feature young artists and musicians who regularly give back to the community as well as rising student musicians currently attending Solid Rock. “We decided to start with a live performance and why not do what we do best, since we’re known for music, art and dance?” Spencer said. “Let’s take it back to the kids and let them make as much music as possible.” The live streamed performances are by musicians who are involved with Solid Rock. Amelia Joyce, a current contestant on “American Idol” who recently made the Top 40, participated in Solid Rock’s annual talent competition and won first place in the solo portion in 2017. It was at the Solid Rock contest that she met her boyfriend Austin Moore, whose father is executive director of the centers. “It’s super cool that Randy launched this whole thing and when he told me about it, I thought it was just a really great idea,” she said. As a full-time musician, Joyce said going to live gigs was a big part of her
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week, so the quarantine and self isolation was a dramatic change. “That was my career and my life every night,” Joyce said. “The series is super awesome because it’s a way to bring live music to peoples’ homes. It’s close enough that it’s live and it’s in real time.” Joyce will be performing her live session at 1 p.m. Friday, April 3. During her session, she plans to perform new songs and answer fan questions either about her music or her “American Idol” journey. “People need a sense of familiarity whether it’s seeing their favorite musician or hearing live music in their home,” Joyce said. “I’m super stoked to do it.” Ozlanski said the pandemic was a time for the city to find new ways to bring the arts to people, even when the period of social isolation is over. “We’re going to get back to going out and being with people and I’m looking forward to that but there’s still a place for the virtual arts platform in our Goodyear arts and culture programming,” she said. The concert series is available every day at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The livestream can be accessed at facebook. com/acsolidrock. The live streams can also be viewed at instagram.com/alicecoopersolidrock.
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Briefcase...continued from page 1 Friday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. “Picnic on the lawn, take a hike, bike or relax by the fountains and enjoy the views in one of our outdoor seating areas. Great for getting out and social distancing.” Lakeside Grill, 17665 W. Elliot Road, is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily for curbside pick-up or delivery. “Enjoy lunch or dinner in the comfort of your home or picnic by the lake. Call 623-236-3047.” “Donate two items of nonperishable goods/food and get 10% off your curbside pickup order.” •Pete’s Fish & Chips: “All eight locations throughout the valley are still serving the community as we have been for the past 73 years. Our drivethroughs are open and our patios will be serving takeout as usual.” Locations include 9309 W. Van Buren Street, Tolleson, 623-936-3111; and 5516 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale, 623-937-6001. For more info, visit petesfishandchips.com. The city of Avondale has a big list of restaurants still open at avondaleedge. com/ReadytoServe.
Public Notice CITY OF AVONDALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN, 2020-2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN The City of Avondale will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 6, 2020 at 7:00 PM at Avondale City Hall, in the Council Chambers, located at 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, AZ 85323. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the development of the City’s Five-
Among the Avondale restaurants remaining open: • 1 Brothers Pizza, 11435 W. Buckeye Road, Suite A100; 623-936-7053. • 8-Bit Aleworks, 1050 N. Fairway Drive, Suite 101; 623-925-1650. • 99 Pub and Grill, 965 E. Van Buren Street, No. 124 ; 623-882-1222. • Ahi Poki, 10321 W. McDowell Road; 623-242-9613. • Atlantis Mexican, 1109 N. Dysart Road, Suite D; 623-312-2252. • Blaze Pizza, 10155 W. McDowell Road, No. 103; 623-455-6768. • Café Rio Mexican Grill, 10120 W. McDowell Road; 623-748-2100. • Café Zamora’s, 606 E. Western Avenue; 623-925-0955. • Café Zupas, 10265 W. McDowell Road; 623-696-3894. • Carolina’s Mexican, 27 N. Dysart Road; 623-925-0808. • Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 9920 W. McDowell Road; 623-936-0597. • Cristina’s Salvadorean, 10665 W. Indian School Road; 623-249-4481. • Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, 10005 W. McDowell Road Suite 101; 623-9362011. • Ed’s Fish and Chips, 306 N. Central Avenue; 623-932-5043. The city of Goodyear’s jumbo list
Year Consolidated Plan and the 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan. This meeting will coincide with the City Council meeting. As the City receives Community Development Block Grant funds from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, the City must develop a five-year plan that identifies community development needs and describes goals to address those needs. Through this process, the City will also develop the first of five Annual Action Plans that will identify specific activities
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at developgoodyearaz.com/resources/ gyr-restaurants includes: • Royal Jasmine Thai & Asian, 14970 W. Indian School Road, Suite 200; 623-236-3362. • Rubio’s Fresh Mexican Grill, 15479 W. McDowell Road, Suite 101; 623536-7326. • Rudy’s Country Store & Barbecue, 845 N Litchfield Road; 480-663-6311. • Taste of Italy, 17750 W. Elliot Road, Suite 112; 623-691-6888. • Taste of Italy Pizza, 3810 S. Estrella Parkway, Suite 308. • Teabo Coffee & Sandwiches, 319 N. Litchfield Road; 623-932-2272. • Texas Roadhouse, 15255 W. McDowell Road; 623-535-4700. • Tomo Japanese Cuisine, 1550 N. Dysart Road, Suite A7; 623-935-2031. • Waffle House, 820 N. Dysart Road; 623-932-9058. • Wildflower Bread Company, 1380 N. Litchfield Road; 623-935-1131. • Wok Wei Asian Cuisine, 15560 W. Roosevelt Street, Suite B104; 623-8828838. • Yan’s Chinese Food, 15557 W. Roosevelt Street, Suite 101; 623-925-1888. Email your favorite restaurant to tscanlon@timespublications.com.
to further the goals of the Consolidated Plan, and as-sign funding to these activities. The discussion will address needs, goals and activities related to housing, infrastructure, economic development and revitalization and public services. This meeting is the third of several planned public meetings to gather public input. For questions, please contact: Marsha Chavez, Housing & Community Development Manager Avondale Community Center 1007 S. Third Street
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Avondale, Arizona 85323 mchavez@avondaleaz.gov (623) 333-2726 PERSONS REQUIRING HEARING, VISUAL, MOBILITY, LANGUAGE OR OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS MAY CONTACT THE CITY AT 623333-2700 OR TDD 623-3330010 TO MAKE SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS. PARA ASISTENCIA EN ESPANOL LLAME 623-333-2700 Published: Mar. 25, Apr 1, 2020 / 29500
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