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Mayor: ‘Here we grow again’ BY TOM SCANLON

Glendale Star Managing Editor

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The 5.5 magnitude Yuma earthquake Friday night felt by Glendale residents wasn’t the only earth moving this week. En Fuego is breaking ground Monday, March 16, across from Westgate. And Red Bull, even before opening its first facility in fast-expanding west Glendale, announced it will break ground on another huge building. Last year, partners Ball Corporation, Raüch Fruit Juices and Red Bull started building a manufacturing facility on Reems Road between Olive and Peoria avenues. Even as that plant is being built, Red Bull last week announced it is expanding

Red Bull announced plans for a distribution center in west Glendale, next to a manufacturing facility being built on Reems Road near Olive Avenue. (Photo courtesy city of Glendale)

in Glendale. A 700,000 square-foot distribution center will be built next to the manufacturing facility. Both facilities are expected to be up and running in 2021. “Here we grow again,” said Glendale

Mayor Jerry Weiers. “It is clear based on their renewed commitment to the City Red Bull’s experience here in Glendale and the region has been a positive one and we look forward to working with them for years to

A few days before, ESPN broke a story about baseball autographs, stating Major League Baseball sent a memo advising “Players (should) avoid taking balls and pens directly from fans to sign autographs and opt against handshakes.” This hit home at places like Camelback Ranch-Glendale, home of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox, and the Peoria Sports Complex, where the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres play. At these ballparks and practice fields, fans enjoy up-close encounters with players during Spring Training.

For many it includes having players sign baseball cards, hats, T-shirts, notebooks and other items. Philip Scott, an avid autograph collector, was at the Peoria Sports Complex Friday afternoon. There and at Camelback Ranch Ballpark, as well as other Spring Training venues around the Valley, players historically have signed autographs during practice sessions and before games. But Scott said he heard one player gruffly reject an autograph request, saying, “I ain’t getting the virus.”

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Memo urges autograph caution BY TOM SCANLON

Glendale Star Managing Editor

Last week, officials made several discomforting announcements regarding COVID-19. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, “Older adults and people who have severe chronic medical conditions like heart, lung or kidney disease seem to be at higher risk for more serious COVID-19 illness.” As such, the CDC Friday advised older adults to “stay at home as much as possible” and “avoid crowds.”

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At the beginning of Spring Training, Lucas Gioloto of the Chicago White Sox signed autographs and even posed for selfies with fans — but that was before a memo from Major League Basesball. (Glendale Star photo by Tom Scanlon)

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Even so, Scott was able to collect autographs from other players, generally younger. “The minor league players are signing,” said Scott, visiting from Cincinnati. He said he was having a tougher time getting established players to sign. Yusei Kikuchi, a second-year pitcher with the Seattle Mariners, was one player signing autographs Friday in Peoria. Blake Englert of Peoria Sports Complex said there were “no changes to fans being able to seek autographs. “There are typically opportunities on the practice fields — admission free to the public— in the morning and then in the ballpark, Autograph Alley has always been a popular location as well on game days,” Englert added. Paul Jensen, a spokesman for Camelback Ranch-Glendale, also said there were “no changes” in the autograph policy. The Major League Baseball site for Camelback Ranch-Glendale lists the following autograph policy: “Player autographs may be sought on the grounds proximate to practice fields during pregame workouts, which are open to the public. Gates to prac-

tice field pathways typically open four hours prior to first pitch.” The Dodgers and White Sox continue Spring Training games at Camelback Ranch through March 22. The Dodgers have home games Thursday, Saturday and Sunday this week. At Goodyear Ballpark a few minutes before the start of Friday afternoon’s game, slugger Bobby Bradley and pitcher James Karinchak of the Cleveland Indians seemed unconcerned as they signed autographs for kids and adults. Seeming entirely carefree, Karinchak even licked a pen that was not working before he wrote his autograph. Eddie Gleine had a big smile on his face, as he accepted Karinchak’s signature. “I feel happy,” said Eddie, in town from chilly Cleveland to celebrate his 10th birthday. Eddie’s father, Chip Gleine, said he heard about the directive to players about autographs. If it eventually leads to a no-autographs policy, Chip Gleine, for one, will be upset. “I think it would be bad for the sport,” he said. “Little kids getting autographs: It’s what baseball’s all about.”

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This expansion by Red Bull speaks to the strength of Arizona’s economy and what our state has to offer growing companies. We congratulate the company on their success and thank them for their continued investment in Arizona. – Gov. Doug Ducey EXPANSION FROM PAGE 1

come.” Gov. Doug Ducey also weighed in on the plan. “This expansion by Red Bull speaks to the strength of Arizona’s economy and what our state has to offer growing companies,” said Ducey. “We congratulate the company on their success and thank them for their continued investment in Arizona.” According to Market Research Reports, Red Bull is the leader of the country’s $8 billion energy drink market with 35% of the share. “Red Bull’s decision to increase its presence in Glendale is a testament to the talent, infrastructure, pro-business environment and quality of life businesses are finding in the West Valley and throughout Arizona,” said Sandra Watson, Arizona Commerce Authority president/CEO. While Red Bull, White Claw and others are transforming the former farmlands near Loop 303, projects are accelerating across the city on the east side of Glendale. En Fuego will break ground across Glendale Avenue from Westgate Entertainment District and across Zanjero Boulevard from Cabela’s sporting goods store. En Fuego is also within a mile of Desert Diamond Casino West Valley. According to marketing material, a Starbucks coffee, Raising Cane’s, Barro’s Pizza, Jack in the Box and Biscuits Cafe are listed as tenants of En Fuego. Another development will build the 310-unit Zanjero Apartments as a northern neighbor of En Fuego. Between the apartments, on the north side of the property, and the businesses facing Glendale Avenue, En Fuego

A complex called En Fuego is breaking ground this week across from Westgate Entertainment Center. Plans call for restaurants, retail and office space. (Image courtesy En Fuego)

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PUSD forms task force on COVID-19

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The Coronavirus Disease, known better as COVID-19, has people around the country and world thinking about their health and how to avoid further spread in the community. While the Peoria Unified School District has not had to deal with a case of the virus, the district is taking precautions while not trying to stir up any hysteria. “We’re not considering new policies at this time, as we have robust emergency response and health-related policies, however, we most certainly are prepared should we have to respond to infectious disease outbreak in our community,” said Danielle Airey, PUSD’s chief communications officer, Wednesday. “We have assembled a task force concentrating specifically on this (COVID-19) and we are continuously monitoring updates from our state

Peoria Unified School District formed a task force regarding COVID-19. (Glendale Staf ﬁle photo)

agencies. We will adjust or enact our protocols as needed.” The Maricopa County Department of Public Health advises the following on its website in the COVID-19 Schools section (maricopa.gov/5493/Schools): “Many parents and school officials have expressed concern about the potential of school closures. If there was a case of COVID-19 at a school, we would work closely with the school to issue recommendations made with consideration to student and staff health and safety, how to continue learning,

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communicate updates to parents/ guardians. The Maricopa County Department of Public Health mailed a letter to parents Feb. 28. The letter stated the virus is believed to spread primarily the same way as a common cold or flu, through respiratory droplets produced from coughs or sneezes. The letter urged parents to follow these guidelines to keep the virus from spreading further: • Keep children home when they are sick. Students (and parents/ guardians) who are ill, especially with acute respiratory symptoms (not allergies or chronic conditions), should stay home. • Teach your children to always cover their cough and sneezes with a tissue or elbow. • Remind them to wash their hands with soap and water (or use hand sanitizer) after they touch their face, use the restroom and before they eat. • Tell children to avoid touching their mouths and nose since it is how germs get into the body. • Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects (everyday household disinfectants are fine). Enhance cleaning of high touch surfaces like doorknobs, toilet handles, and sink handles. • Plan for when community spread occurs. • Ensure you have a plan to designate a caregiver, such as a family member or neighbor, for a sick child(ren) if you can’t stay home. • Know your child’s school plan to communicate with you when needed, such as robocalls, email or checking their website. PUSD is encouraging families and their children to follow these guidelines, and are taking some precautions of their own. “As always, we are promoting proper handwashing, general cleanliness, staying home when not feeling well, etc.,” Airey said. “We are also deep cleaning our schools, as always, paying special attention to door handles and common surfaces.”

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Cotton Properties Planning and Zoning request delayed BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Dozens of Litchfield Park and Waddell residents were primed to attend a Planning and Zoning Commission meeting March 5. They planned to protest the developer of Cotton Properties’ plans for a Love’s Travel Center on recently annexed land near Cotton Lane and Bethany Home Road. Councilwoman Joyce Clark sent an email to members of the protest group March 4: “The Cotton Properties item scheduled to be heard by the Planning Commission, tomorrow Thursday, March 5, has been continued until Thursday, April 2. If you were planning to attend, please do not attend tomorrow’s Planning Commission meeting.” The Planning Commission March 5 agenda posted online includes the following: “A request by Mahdi Sadek, Epsilon Engineering, representing property owner Cotton Bethany LLC / 303 Cotton LLC, for the rezoning of approximately 161 acres from A-1 (Agricultural) to PAD (Planned Area Development) to allow land uses such as retail commercial, support commercial/offices, and industrial as the most viable use. The site is located on the west side of the Loop 303 Freeway, between Glendale Avenue and Bethany Home Road in the Yucca District.” On March 4, the day before the meeting, the agenda was revised. Under the Cotton Properties zoning request was a notice “this item has been continued to the April 2 Planning Commission

Assisted Living & Memory Care A map shows the location of a proposed Love’s Travel Center. (Image courtesy city of Glendale)

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Glendale Star publisher acquires New River newspaper BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Glendale Star Executive Editor

Times Media Group, a Valley-based company with community weekly newspapers and websites throughout Arizona and California, has acquired The Foothills Focus, a community news weekly based in New River. In addition to New River, the publication covers several other North Valley communities, including Anthem, Black Canyon City, Cave Creek and Carefree. According to Times Media officials, the acquisition brings its weekly Valleywide circulation to 285,000 printed copies, information it says is supported by its most recent AMA independent circulation audit. In addition to publishing the West Valley View, Glendale Star and Peoria Times, the company also operates several community news websites in the Valley, including EastValley. com, WestValleyView.com, Phoenix. org, Scottsdale.org, Ahwatukee.com,

ChandlerNews.com and others with a cumulative monthly unique visitor count in the Valley of more than 500,000. The company said its online audience numbers are also supported by its most recent independent audit by AMA. At a time when many newspaper-centric media companies are curtailing circulation and managing declining operations, Times Media Group has famously continued to expand its reach and footprint, mostly through the acquisition of other similar media groups. “What we have found is a model for success in difficult times and this model relies heavily on highly motivated media professionals, adherence to practical cost structures and a value-based community news engine at its core,” said Steve Strickbine, Times Media Group’s founder and president. Last year, Times Media Group ac-

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Climate change and cyberattacks are emerging as major concerns of municipalities around the country and the Phoenix is no exception. Last week, the possible impact of both on water treatment facilities was discussed at a meeting of the Water/ Wastewater Rate Advisory Committee, an advisory board for the Phoenix Water Services Department. Members met to discuss the future of water treatment facilities, which could be harmed by severe weather conditions and outdated hardware vulnerable to hackers. “It’s foolish not to take care of the things that need to be taken care of,” committee Chairman Richard Rea said. The committee oversees water treatment services for over 2.5 million people in Phoenix, Glendale, Mesa, Scottsdale and Tempe. The water system includes nearly 5,000 miles of water lines connected to water treatment sites. Severe weather can cause power outages and shut down treatment sites requiring large amounts of electricity to move clean water through the system and to filter wastewater. “As climate is changing, there’s more fluctuations in the weather,” said Darlene Helm, Phoenix deputy direc-

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at water treatment sites prompted the Phoenix Water Services Department to launch a 10-year, $88 million project to address technology improvements and back-up power concerns. “And there’s always the issue of a cyberattack on the power system,” Helm said. “So, we need to be prepared.” The department’s cyber-control network is protected by a series of firewalls that protect it from unauthorized users, officials said. It would be “very difficult” for hackers to infiltrate the secured communication network that governs the water treatment sites across the Valley, according to Lead Information Technology Specialist Samantha Thompson. But a cyberattack is still possible, according to Rea, who said: “The reality is anybody could make one of those radios that will do exactly that and if they wanted to, get into the system.”

Access to the network would allow a hacker to control pumps and power in and out of treatment sites. However, there are physical controls at sites designed to “shut down” compromised communication lines. Will there ever be a time in which the control networks will be completely secure from hackers? “I think that we could replace all the equipment and I will never be 100 percent comfortable,” Thompson said. “Because there is always that concern.” There has not been a cyberattack on any water treatment site in Arizona. The committee will meet again on March 17. “One of the great frustrations that I personally have is that nobody’s paying any attention to the realities,” Rea said. “And if you hide it, it never goes away, it just gets worse and worse and worse. It’s kind of like a death spiral.”

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$3,666.89,” a document dated Jan. 27 stated. According to Santiago, the Glendale Police investigation was sent to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office in January. A felony theft complaint against Arevalo, a resident of Litchfield Park, was filed March 4. He is scheduled to appear in Maricopa County Superior Court April 3.

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Fire districts will face funding cuts if HB2823 becomes law BY MIKE COLLETTO

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For decades, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) has done a good job of making sure ambulance service in Arizona is safe, affordable, and available to everyone. HB2823 threatens to upend this system, which balances the needs and costs of the 911 system and interfacility transfers. The measure would also divert funds from first responders and private ambulance companies who provide ambulance service under a strict set of rules. As a representative of the Professional Firefighters of Arizona, I see this bill as a threat to fire departments and fire districts in Maricopa County and the rest of the state. HB2823 is the brainchild of Dignity Health, which owns a majority share of an ambulance company called Community Ambulance. An administrative law judge recently rejected an application from Community Ambulance to do business here.

The judge found the company was not ﬁt and proper to operate in Arizona and did not prove that there was a need in the highly regulated marketplace that ensures timely service. The director of the Department of Health Services afﬁrmed this deci-

sion. Now Dignity, which has some pretty deep pockets when it comes to political spending, has decided to advance this special interest legislation and effectively write their own license to get into the ambulance business in the most self-dealing way. Currently, if an ambulance provider wants to operate in this state, it must prove it can properly serve patients. It must show proof it has the ﬁnancial resources to maintain its equipment and pay its staff. The vast majority of providers doing 911 service and interfacility transports must follow a rate structure designed to balance costs of both services. If this bill becomes law, the three

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fire districts in Maricopa County (which by law cannot raise revenue) will have face budget cuts: Daisy Mountain ($1 million), Buckeye Valley ($3 million), and Arizona Fire & Medical Authority ($600,055). These massive cuts will force layoffs of advanced life support fire engine crews, in turn causing emergency response times to rise to dangerous levels. One way to look at the danger is that for every minute your heart is stopped during a cardiac event, a patient loses 10% of their chances of survival. HB2823 would prevent the current providers from doing interfacility transports in Maricopa County. The hospitals would be able to skim profits from the high-paying portions of the market. This practice would divert needed revenues from fire departments, fire districts, and other regulated ambulance companies in the private sector who are obliged to serve everyone in their service area. Even worse, the bill would bring a provider to Arizona who was denied a Certificate of Necessity in a court

hearing and who was sued by emergency physicians. This is not about competition. There is no shortage of ambulance service providers in Arizona. The current system that requires a Certificate of Necessity (CON) from the Arizona Department of Health Services is working. There are 96 CON’s in the state of Arizona, with 33 of them having been issued since 2000. If HB2823 becomes law, the private sector will suffer and the public sector will suffer. But most importantly, patient care will suffer. HB2823 is a bad idea that purports to fix a system that is not broken. Your firefighters hope you will join us in opposing this bill. Mike Colletto is legislative director of Professional Fire Fighters of AZ.

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Who’s next for annexin’? After expanding swallowing chunks of Maricopa County land on the west side like a whale gobbling minnows, Glendale turned to explore a few nibbles east. At a recent Glendale City Council workshop, city staff walked council through the idea of annexing 10 acres at the southwest corner of 107th Avenue and Northern Avenue and 3 acres on Northern Avenue east of the Loop 101. Both sites are near Desert Diamond Casino West Valley. Looks like Glendale may have beaten neighbor Peoria to the punch on these potentially tax-lucrative land grabs.

“The city of Peoria is located across Northern Avenue to the north” of the smaller property, according to agenda material.

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The above reflects the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 19 has been moved to March 18. It’s nothing, compared to the Cotton Properties rezoning request being moved from March 5 to April 2. The under-the-radar move happened March 4. Fortunately, Councilwoman Joyce Clark emailed some Litchfield Park and Waddell residents who planned to protest a Love’s Travel Center to let them know about the day-before change. But not everyone was informed, and several would-be protestors showed up at the March 5 meeting. Easy way to make everyone happy, in Business Briefcase’s humble opinion: Instead of a truck stop, how about dropping a Trader Joe’s there?

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF UPS honored 17 “elite drivers” from Arizona among 1,316 newly inducted worldwide into the Circle of Honor, an honorary organization for UPS drivers who have achieved 25 or more years of accident-free driving. Arizona boasts 153 Circle of Honor drivers with a combined 3,915 years of accident-free driving. Mark Woolston of Glendale is the state’s senior-most safe driver, with 44 years of accident-free driving under his belt. There are 1,986 total full-time UPS drivers in Arizona. “I can’t say enough about all the men and women who were inducted this year,” said Scott Bremerman, presi-

dent, UPS West Region. “Their dedication to safe driving on America’s roadways keeps them safe, improves public safety and sets a high standard for professional drivers.” Globally, the most seasoned UPS Circle of Honor driver is Thomas Camp of Livonia, Mich., with 57 years of driving without an accident. Ronald McKnight of Bronx, N.Y., is next in line with 51 years of safe driving. One hundred fifty-nine others have logged at least 40 years without an accident. Other West Valley UPS drivers who were honored were Renee Garcia of Glendale and Stacey Goad of Peoria. Both drive out of the Goodyear UPS facility.

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According to a Powerpoint for Northern107, the larger of the two properties, development could bring in $883,000 to the city in revenues in the first year alone. According to minutes of the workshop, “There was council consensus to proceed” on both annexations. And now, back to the “go west” quest of City Manager Kevin Phelps and company: At the March 17 city council meeting, council will vote on the annexation of Bethany 303. The land is at Sarival Avenue and West Claremont Street. As Business Briefcase has noted, Glendale likes to move fast on these things. As such, though Bethany 303 has still to be annexed, the Planning Commission at 5 p.m. March 18 will consider the developer’s plan for rezoning to allow for “1.25 million square feet of industrial floor space.”

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State House panel OKs income tax cuts

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Saying the state has more money than it needs, Republicans on a House panel voted last week to cut state taxes by nearly $162 million this coming budget year – and by an undetermined amount years down the road. The biggest part of HB 2778 as approved by the Ways and Means Committee on a party-line vote is an acrossthe-board cut in individual income tax rates. This move alone would reduce state revenues by $100 million a year, though the benefit to individual taxpayers varies. Another provision would give businesses the ability to write off more rapidly the deprecation of equipment they buy, giving them an additional income tax deduction. The one with the potentially biggest impact over the long term, however, is an increase in the amount individuals who do not file itemized tax returns can still deduct in charitable contributions from the taxable part of their income. For the coming fiscal year this loss would be $2.1 million. Rep. Mitzi Epstein, a Democrat whose district includes parts of Mesa, Tempe and Chandler as well as Ahwatukee, said the legislation would increase this allowance annually according to inflation. So, the reduction in state revenues would be $4.2 million the year after next, $6.3 million the year after, no one is certain. Epstein worried this change alone eventually could balloon to $100 million a year – money, she argued, needed for Arizona to meet its needs for everything from education to the problems of the homeless. This argument, however, did not convince Rep. Joanne Osborne, R-Goodyear. “There are always needs,’’ she said. “We certainly could spend every dollar here.’’ But Osborne said it is the job of lawmakers to achieve “balance.’’ “And this balance also goes towards the taxpayers,’’ she said.

Rep. Ben Toma, R-Peoria, who crafted the legislation, brushed aside concerns cutting tax rates will eat into needed state revenues. “Broad-based tax cuts and just cutting red tape, in general, will lead to more revenue for everyone,’’ he said. “We’ve seen it happen in spite of the fact some strongly wish it was not true.’’ The legislative staff analysis of the measure does not spell out how much individuals will actually see in tax relief. Current law has four income tax brackets, ranging from 2.59 percent for taxable income up to $26,500 a year for individuals – double for married couples filing jointly – to 4.50 percent on income exceeding $159,000. The legislation would drop all the rates slightly, with a new minimum of 2.53 percent and a new maximum of 4.45 percent. Figuring out what it means is a bit more difficult. A single person with a $25,000 taxable income now owes $648 in state income taxes using the current table. Everything else being equal, the legislation would shrink it to $633. Someone at the $50,000 level would see the tax bill decline by about $30 to $1,441. And individuals with $200,000 in taxable income would find they owe $6,710, down from $7,836. What the committee approved is only part of what some Republicans are proposing to cut taxes. Gov. Doug Ducey wants to eliminate all state income taxes for retired military. This has a $43 million price tag. And Sen. J.D. Mesnard, R-Chandler,

has a package which also includes reducing business property taxes. Part of the reason the state has money some want to translate into tax cuts is a pair of actions last year effectively raised taxes. One was “conforming’’ Arizona’s income tax structure to changes in the 2017 federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. It eliminated many available deductions, replacing them with a higher standard deduction. But even with Arizona increasing its own standard deduction at least some people still ended up paying more because of those lost deductions. The other was the decision by lawmakers to begin taxing online sales following a U.S. Supreme Court decision said states are free to levy their taxes on all sales made into the state, regardless of the source. Previously, anything ordered from out-of-state retailers who had no physical presence in Arizona, like a retail

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store or distribution center, was exempt. This tax took effect in October, on retailers making at least $200,000 in direct sales in Arizona. Lawmakers built about $85 million into the budget for the current fiscal year running through June 30. But legislative staffers say the actual impact will be $70 million more. And it doesn’t count another $150 million going to local governments for their own sales taxes. Epstein, however, said it’s wrong to see the additional revenues as excess revenues. “It is not a surplus when we look at the needs of the state,’’ she said. “The needs of the state far outweigh any revenue we have.’’ At least part of, Epstein said, is education. “Our classes are so overcrowded,’’ she said. “And our teachers, we have shortage of them everywhere.’’

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Legislature takes steps to double state’s gas tax BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

State lawmakers took the first steps last week to what could be a doubling of the state’s gasoline tax. HB 2899, approved by the House Transportation Committee on a 6-0 vote, would add six cents to the current 18-cent-a-gallon effective on July 1. This would go up an additional six cents every year until it hits 36 cents on July 1, 2023. Potentially more significant, the measure being pushed by Rep. Noel Campbell, R-Prescott, is crafted so the levy would increase annually starting July 1, 2024, to match inflation. It precludes the need for future legislators to have to deal with the politically sensitive issue of voting for a tax hike. Rep. Bob Thorpe, R-Flagstaff, said it’s how Arizona got to the point it is now, with the increasing road construction and available revenues since the current tax has not been increased

since 1991. “We haven’t had members with the backbone to adjust this,’’ he said. But it’s the inflation adjustment giving heartburn to the Arizona Petroleum Marketing Association which represents gasoline dealers. Lobbyist Mike Williams told lawmakers if the 1991 legislation had an inflation index Arizona now would have the highest gasoline tax in the Western states. Campbell is not limiting his plans to raise revenues to hit up only drivers of

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gas-driven vehicles. It also addresses diesel fuel. Potentially more significant, HB 2899 imposes new taxes on hybrids and all-electric vehicles on the basis they, too, use the roads but, from Campbell’s perspective, don’t pay their fair share of construction and maintenance costs. The move comes even as Gov. Doug Ducey has consistently said he does not believe the state needs additional gasoline taxes. Campbell is counting on a rising public sentiment for better roads to not just get him the two-thirds margin he constitutionally needs in the Republican-controlled House and Senate for a tax hike but to convince the governor that there is broad support for the plan. He even got House Speaker Rusty Bowers, R-Mesa, to testify in favor. And Tony Bradley, president of the Arizona Truckers Association, whose

members will pick up a big share of that additional cost, added his voice. He figured the delays for truckers due to traffic congestion currently are costing more than $800 million a year. By contrast, Bradley estimated, the legislation would raise an additional $640 million a year with the higher fuel taxes on everyone. “This bill would save us by paying more,’’ he said. “And we’re willing to pay more.’’ But gubernatorial press aide Patrick Ptak said after the hearing that Ducey’s views have not changed. One sweetener Campbell built in to encourage support is kind of a reverse voter veto. It would require the state transportation board to come up with a plan to use the new revenues and have it updated every five years to show the progress that actually has been made. That report would go to legislative SEE GAS TAX PAGE 19

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Coach reﬂects on Ironwood High’s championship season

BY HALEY SMILOW

Glendale Star Staff Writer

In a close 78-70 game Ironwood High School took down Millennium High School to claim the 5A state championship. Days after an upset win over Millennium in the championship game, Ironwood High coach Jordan Augustine said the win “meant a lot. It was incredible. We just put so much time and effort into this.” But getting to the state championship was no easy feat. “I think down the stretch this season especially with the amount of poise and composure we showed in the state championship their age and maturity level really showed,” Augustine said. “Being able to beat Sunnyslope at home in the semis was really tough, but I think our age and maturity did help us.” He reﬂected on coaching the young team. “I think the hardest part is you are dealing with teenagers,” Augustine said. “There are times where they do things teenagers do and you have to give them

Coach Jordan Augustine is proud of Ironwood High players like Trent Hudgens (center) and Bailon Black (right). (Glendale Star photos by Eric Newman)

the opportunities for growth, so when they make a teenaged decision you have to understand you are a part of the maturation process as a coach and help them be an adult who makes decisions.” But there’s also a lot of good things about coaching this team. “The easiest part is just how bought in they are,” Rojeck said. “They really are about each other and they care about

each other’s success. They are hard workers. They represent our school really well. The number of fans there - we are a half-hour from Tempe, but we filled those stands. I think it’s the way they are driven for our community makes it a lot of fun to coach them and easy to coach them.” The team was really strong on both ends of the ball, but Augustine said the team’s good defense led into good offense. He talked about how when you get a turnover you are virtually given a free three or layup. In the future, Augustine hopes the

team can continue to develop the program, but “it’s bigger than wins and losses, we are impacting lives and developing leaders,” he said. “Winning a state championship is a heck of an accomplishment, but I’ll know what we really accomplished by what these guys are doing in 10 to 20 years as husbands, fathers, employees or bosses. We want to invest in their development as a whole person so my hope is in two to five years I’m better at leading young men and making them into better people.”

Cactus High superstar grad Alynah Torres helping to lead No. 17 ASU

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Kindra Hackbarth, Morgan Howe and Skylar McCarty combined for arguably the best outfield in the nation last season, but only Hackbarth will return to Arizona State softball as Howe and McCarty graduated. As ASU prepared to start the new season, Hackbarth found herself missing her outfield buddies entering her senior season. “It is definitely going to be different, just because they were always there and they had my back through it all,” Hackbarth said. Last season, this dynamic trio produced massive numbers at the plate.

Goodyear’s DeNae Chatman, a Millennium High grad, has helped fill the void, hitting .317 over the first 28 games of the season. Chatman, a junior, plays first base and has slugged 24 home runs in her ASU career. She had five homers as the Sun Devils raced to a 21-7 season start. And a new face has emerged for the Devils: Alynah Torres, after a superstar career at Glendale’s Cactus High, has stepped into the starting lineup at shortsop. Through 28 games, she was batting .386 with eight homers and 30 runs batted in. Her RBI total tied her for the team lead — and put her in the top 20 nationally. Torres was heavily recruited in high

school, when she bashed 64 home runs and hit .653 her senior year. She chose ASU to stay close to home and join a talented lineup. Hackbarth will also be in a different position. She has played right field throughout her career, but will move to center field this season. ASU coach Trisha Ford also said at media day sophomore Yannira Acuña will play left field and freshman Jazmine Hill will play right field. “It is kind of (an adjustment) just because I played right field,” Hackbarth

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Alynah Torres, after a proliﬁc career at Cactus High, has stepped in as an offensive power at ASU. (Photo courtesy ASU softball)

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said. “I played centerfield growing up, but I have played right field all through college. Coach (Carly) Wynn has definitely helped me transition into it, so she has made it a lot easier. If you are a good athlete, you can play any position in the outfield.” Although Hackbarth admitted she will definitely miss Howe and McCarty this season, she added when she graduates, she will also definitely miss Acuña. Hackbarth and Acuña have grown close in Tempe. As they stood side by side and answered questions from the reporters during Media Day at Farrington Stadium, Hackbarth talked glowingly about her teammate. “We have been through a lot,” Hackbarth said. “I can’t wait to see how much she grows and see the person she is going to grow into … ugh, I am just going to miss her. She comes up to me and says, ‘I can’t believe you are my teammate,’ then she says, ‘I am so lucky to have you as my teammate.’ She is such a good person and … she is going to do really big things when I am gone.” As a freshman, Acuña was able to soak in advice from Hackbarth, Howe and McCarty as she watched and played beside them. “I learned a lot from them all last year,” Acuña said. “Coming in as a freshman, you don’t really know what to expect. (They were) the best outfield in the nation, so I just wanted to be out there with them. Everything they did, I was like, ‘Oh, I want to be just like

them,’ … just to get better.” Acuña wants to remain the best outfield in the nation, and Ford has faith in her players and Wynn as the outfield coach. “I thought we had the best outfield in the nation last year with a veteran outfield,” Ford said. (This season, Wynn) has had to get out her coaching tools and get (this new group) going. She has done a tremendous job, and I am really excited.” Wynn has worked wonders in the outfield. Ford acknowledged how precisely Wynn goes with angles, footwork, weight transfer, timing and other techniques needed in the outfield. Wynn presumably is key to the outfield success for the Sun Devils. “She puts a lot of effort and work into the little things,” Ford said. “This is why I think you see it show up in our outfield. I am hoping and I know she is working hard to make sure our outfield doesn’t miss a beat and we do a lot of great things out there like we did last season.” To the delight of ASU fans, it will include dancing. In recent seasons, Hackbarth, Howe and McCarty were notorious for outfield dances, and this season Hackbarth said everyone has put in input for new dances. With the season opener extremely close, Hackbarth said the dances are coming along and will be ready soon. “We are still working on it,” Hackbarth said. “We are trying to do something different this year.”

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The Glendale Star publishes on Thursday. The 9 Days a Week calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue. Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the Star’s coverage area, which is within the city of Glendale. 9 Days a Week calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement. Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Thursday to be considered for the following Thursday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Madeleine Williamson, madeleinewilliamson17@gmail.com, or faxed to 623-935-2103.

Thursday

visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub. com.

Mecum Auctions

Natural Beauty Care and Wellness

Stop by State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive, for Glendale’s second annual collector car auctions. The event will begin at 9 a.m. and include bidders, spectators, and buyers. Price: $20. For more information, visit mecum.com

Music at the library

Explore different styles of music at Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue. The program will take place from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and is presented by the Phoenix Conservatory of Music Teaching Artists. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3446.

Learn how to prepare natural beauty products in a hands-on class at Glendale Community College, 6000 West Olive Avenue. The class will take place from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Class fee and essential Oil supply kit: $37. For more information, visit gccaz. edu.

Flashback and Mike Krzyston will perform live from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. The singers will perform folk and rock songs in the library’s auditorium. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3573.

Paws to Read with Zoey

Stop by Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, for a 15-minute session with the library’s Golden Retriever friend. Readers are invited to sign up to get a chance to read and hangout with Zoey. The program will take place in the library from 4 to 5 p.m. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3757.

IDEA Center Demo Day

The Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, invites those interested in entrepreneurship to check the library’s IDEA Center from 2 to 4 p.m. The center will include cameras, a green screen, podcasting and more. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3549.

Hockey

Enjoy a night of hockey at 7:30 p.m. at Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue. The Arizona Coyotes will be playing the Vancouver Canucks. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Friday

Kilt Run

Come participate in the Kilt Run at Westgate, 6751 North Sunset Boulevard, at 6 p.m. Participants can run in the 1k, 4k, 8k or half marathon. Registration is required. For more information, visit Irishrunaz. com.

DJ Orlando

Stop by Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub, 6729 N. 57th Drive B for a night of music, socializing and dancing. Come by from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Free. For more information,

Exploring Music for Adults

Drop-in Fridays for Seniors

Seniors are invited to participate in the Drop-in Fridays for Seniors every Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by the Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, for coloring, board games, puzzles, music, crafts, culture and more. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3600 or 623-930-3446.

Saturday

Donut Run

Meet at Tortoise and Hare Sports, 17570 N. 75th Avenue, Suite 605, for a 1- to -5.3 mile Donut Run. All ability levels are welcome, donuts will be supplied and restrooms will be available. Participants should meet in front of the shop at 6:30 a.m. Free. For more information, call 623-792-7900.

DJ Orlando

Stop by Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub, 6729 N. 57th Drive B for a night of music, socializing and dancing. Come by from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Free. For more information, visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub. com.

Coyotes vs. Rangers

Enjoy a night of hockey at 6 p.m. at Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue. The Arizona Coyotes will be playing the New York Rangers. Price: $20-120. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Sunday

Jojo Siwa

Nickelodeon star, Jojo Siwa, will bring her D.R.E.A.M. tour to Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue. The event will start at 12 p.m. Price $50-300. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Free Yoga

Meet at Tortoise and Hare Sports, 17570 N. 75th Avenue, Suite 605, for a morning of yoga. All ability levels are welcome. Participants should meet at 10 a.m. Free. For more information, call 623-792-7900.

Sunday Funday Skate

Come to Great Skate, 10054 N. 43rd Avenue, for the Sunday Funday Skate. Stop by from 3:30 to 6 p.m. for a slice of cheese pizza and a small soft drink for $8. Every Sunday is a fun day at Great Skate. For more information, visit unitedskates.com or call 623-842-1181.

Sunday Brunch

Stop by Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub, 6729 N. 57th Drive B for an all you can eat brunch. Come by from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Price: one meal. For more information, visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub. com.

Make and Take Teens

Drop by the Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, at anytime in the month of March to make rainbow bookmarks. The craft will be available to all teens in the Teen Zone. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

Socrates Cafe

Get together with people from various backgrounds to discuss ideas, experiences and beliefs at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. The group philosophical discussion will go from 2 to 4 p.m. and will be facilitated by Renee Kirschner. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3573.

SRP Shade Tree Event

Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, will host a tree planting workshop. Stop by and learn about the best methods to planting and growing new trees. Workshop times: 8 to 9:15 a.m. and 10 to 11:15 a.m. Registration required. Free. For more information, visit srpnet. com.

Monday

Coyotes vs. Stars

Enjoy a night of hockey at 7 p.m. at Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue. The Arizona Coyotes will be playing the Dallas Stars. Price: $20-120. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Free Poker Night

Stop by Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub, 6729 N. 57th Drive B for a night of free poker. Come by from 7

to 9 p.m. to meet people, play and have fun! Free. For more information, visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub.com.

Big Band Grandstand

Musicians who can read charts are encouraged to sign up for the Big Band Grand Stand. The program will allow members to rehearse and perform at the Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue. The program will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. and anyone can come attend as a member of the audience. Free. For more information, email bigbandgrandstand@gmail.com or call 632-930-3844.

Monday Night Melodies

Enjoy music such as country, bluegrass, folk, oldies and world music at Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue. From 6 to 7:45 p.m. musicians in 20-minute sessions will perform live music. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3844.

‘Edward Scissorhands’

Watch a teen-friendly movie at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. The movie will show from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the library’s Meeting Room. This week’s movie is Edward Sissorhands. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3446.

Tuesday

Fitness in the District

Come to the WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, for a free ﬁtness series. All ages are welcome to participate, in some of the latest workout trends from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Make sure to bring a workout mat. Free. For more information, visit westgateaz.com/ﬁtness.

Paws to Read with Zoey

Stop by Heros Regional Park Library, 6075 N. 83rd Avenue, for a 15-minute session with the library’s Golden Retriever friend. Readers are invited to sign up to get a chance to read and hangout with Zoey. The program will take place in the Creative Space area of the library from 4 to 6 p.m. Free. For more information, call 623-930-4439.

Nutrition and the Brain

Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, invites people to stop by to learn about vitamins and nutrients and how they affect the brain. The program will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the library’s Roadrunner Room. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3868.

Fitness in the District

Come to the WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, for a free ﬁtness series. All ages are welcome

to participate, in some of the latest workout trends from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Make sure to bring a workout mat. Free. For more information, visit westgateaz.com/ﬁtness.

Wednesday

Coyotes vs. Knights

Enjoy a night of hockey at 7 p.m. at Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue. The Arizona Coyotes will be playing the Las Vegas Knights. Price: $20-120. For more information, visit gilariverarena.com.

Nick and Niki

Stop by Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub, 6729 N. 57th Drive B for a night of music, socializing and dancing. Come by from 6 to 8 p.m. to enjoy live music on the patio. Free. For more information, visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub.com.

Digital Help Spot

Learn how to get free downloadable books and audiobooks from the library at Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. Bring a smartphone or other electronic device from 2 to 3 p.m. and meet in the library’s Creative Space. Free. For more information, call 623-9303600.

Getting Crafty with Miss Janet

Create some fun crafts at Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, from 4 to 5 p.m. in the library’s Meeting Room. This program is designed for children and tweens and participants under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3437.

IDEA Center Demo Day

The Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, invites those interested in entrepreneurship to check the libraries IDEA Center from 2 to 4 p.m. The center will include cameras, a green screen, podcasting and more. For more information, call 623-930-3549.

Paws to Read with Zoey

Friday

DJ Orlando

Lego Club

Wild Wednesday: Chalk it Up!

Participate in a lego activity at Heros Regional Park Library, 6075 N. 83rd Avenue, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Kids ages 7-13 are invited to build, imagine and make friends. Free. Registration is required. For more information, call 623-930-4439.

Come by the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, to participate in a Wild Wednesday activity. Children ages 5 to 11 are invited to come draw with chalk from 4 to 5 p.m. The program is ﬁrst-come, ﬁrst-serve. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3757.

Drop-in Fridays for Seniors

Bluegrass Jam

Thursday

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Bring an acoustic instrument to the Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, to play country, folk and gospel music. Players of all skill levels are welcome to meet in the Roadrunner Room from 1 to 3 p.m. Singers are also welcome to attend. Free. For more information, call 623-930-3844.

Movies at Dusk

Come watch a movie at Rose Lane Park, 51st and Marlette Avenue. The Movies at Dusk series features various movies at different parks! For more information, call 623-9302299.

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Mecum Auctions returns to State Farm Stadium BY SARA EDWARDS

Glendale Star Staff Writer

The world’s largest car-collector auction is returning to Glendale this month with the second annual Mecum Auctions. The convention, which runs Wednesday, March 11, through Saturday, March 14, is bringing nearly 1,500 muscle cars, trucks, Hot Rods and more to be auctioned off over the course of four days at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale. The auction promises to be bigger and better this year, as it introduces the Sunset Sessions Food and Music Festival. The auction raised $39 million last year with consigned and auctioned cars coming from 37 states and two countries Mecum Auctions CEO Dave Magers said they started the auction last year with only 600 cars for two days, but because of the popular reception received by the community, they increased the auction to 1,600 cars over four days. “The reception was beyond our wildest imagination,” he said. “It started out as an event that was two and a half times bigger than we imagined it to be and it

continues to grow.” This year, some notable vehicles already lined up to be auctioned this year are a 2019 McLaren Senna, one of only 500 ever made, and a Rallye Red 1970 Plymouth Hemi Cuda with only three owners and only 2,800 original miles. Other notable cars include one-ofthree remaining 2017 Ford GT Competition Series, a large selection of vintage Cadillacs and more. There will also be more than 500 Road Art items and 120 collectible guitars for the first ever guitar auction for Thursday evening. “We’re always excited about the car auction because there are some really spectacular cars that come to the auction,” Magers said. “There’s just a lot of stuff going on and this is the first time we’ve done a night time guitar auction. We’ve never done that before.” Mecum Auctions is also hosting a food and music festival for the first time following the auction on Friday and Saturday. The Sunset Sessions Food and Music Festival will feature unlimited food and drink from celebrity chefs.

There will also be live music performances by rock group Lifehouse and country and pop star Billy Ray Cyrus. Tickets for the Sunset Sessions Food and Music Festival include auction admission for Friday and Saturday. “Right now it’s speciﬁc to Glendale because of the venue,” Magers said. “When we’re in a convention center, we really don’t have the space to be able to do something like that but State Farm Stadium sets up so well for us to be able to hold the auction in the stadium and then we still have enough space leftover for the Sunset Sessions.” Those who want to bid on cars or participate in the auction need to go to Mecum’s website to register for a bidder badge, Magers said. He said there are two levels of bidding badges bidders can buy, the event badge for $200 which includes entry to every day of the event and the gold badge for $500 with entry for every auction Mecum does all year across the country. Magers said people who come to the auction don’t have to be there to bid on cars. Guests who just want to come and

see some cool cars can purchase a guest pass online or at the door. “This event was such a hit last year and all year, we just can’t wait to get back,” Magers said. “The reception from the community and the car community just couldn’t be better than it was. We’re hoping to repeat that and even grow on it this year.” Mecum Collector-Car Auction will be at the State Farm Stadium at 1 Cardinals Drive in Glendale from March 11-14. General admission to the auction is $30 at the door and online; children 12 and younger receive complimentary admission. Admission to Sunset Sessions starts at $150 per person, per day and includes complimentary admission to the auction. Gates to the auction open at 8 a.m. for viewing and the auction itself starts at 10 a.m. For more information, visit mecum.com. Rock stars of the auto world will be on display, with bidders ready to spend millions on some of the world’s most dazzling cars at the Mecum Collector-Car Auction at State Farm Stadium, March 11-14. (Photos courtesy Mecum)

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The Desert Brass Band will make its annual concert appearance at Bellevue Heights Church in Sun City at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 15. The public is invited, and there is no charge for admission. For the past 20 years, the band has been under the direction of Charles Musgrave, a life-long music professional whose entertaining style is well received by audiences of all ages. Members of the band are experienced musicians, many of whom played professionally, including featured soloist Dan Reed on trumpet. The Desert Brass Band repertoire includes big band, classical, Dixieland, gospel, patriotic, and more. Bellevue Heights Church is located at 9440 W. Hutton Drive, Sun City. For more information, call the church office at 623-977-8308, or visit bhcsuncity.com. (Submitted photo)

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Glendale outdoor art contests BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF The city of Glendale is celebrating spring with art. The city sponsored a Plein Air Painting Competition Feb. 29. Plein Air is about leaving the studio behind and painting outdoors. Best of Show and $1,000 went to

Performing Arts are happening at Glendale

Gabriele Baber. The Council Choice prize of $1,000 went to Mick McGinty. Alex Pekala won second place and $500. Ted Allison took third place and $250. Last week, the city unveiled 20 downtown benches painted by local artists. The “Take a Seat, Glendale!” project was initiated by downtown merchants, coordinated by the Chamber of Commerce and funded by the city.

Come and see a show. Enjoy theatre, music, and dance at GCC - for free or low admission fee Visit our events calendar at www.gccaz.edu/performing-arts/events

Last week, the city of Glendale sponsored an outdoor painting competition, then unveiled 20 outdoor benches painted by local artists. (Photos courtesy city of Glendale)

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Luke Days 2020 at Luke Air Force Base

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GOby FIGURE! Linda Thistle PUZZLE PAGE

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King Crossword ACROSS 1 Symbol of intrigue 4 Jet forth 8 Faucet problem 12 Shade 13 Part of the foot 14 Solemn promise 15 Geological period 16 Silver salmon 17 Wrinkly fruit 18 Informal game 21 “Absolutely” 22 Deposit 23 Brilliance 26 Cotillion honoree 27 Blond shade 30 Proper subject? 31 Stop running 32 Toll road 33 Pooch 34 Cover 35 Bizarre 36 “A mouse!”

37 Donkey 38 Uncanny ability to make money 45 Memory unit 46 Tittle 47 Aye canceler 48 Practice pugilism 49 Heal, as a fracture 50 Little demon 51 Bouquet 52 Withered 53 Ball prop DOWN 1 Sharpen 2 Continental coin 3 Bridges or Brummell 4 Potpourri bag 5 College lecturers, often 6 Reverberate 7 “Yahoo!” 8 Uncertainty 9 Sitarist’s music 10 “-- have to do”

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Each numbered row contains two clues and two answers. The two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.

SCRAMBLERS Unscramble the letters within each rectangle to form four ordinary words.

Then rearrange the boxed letters to form the mystery word, which will complete the gag!

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A high-octane way to get the most mileage out of life Here’s an experience written by someone who lives in Phoenix. Both young and old will relate. “Wow...only in Phoenix Arizona. You will not believe what I saw this morning. I pulled into the QT gasoline station to get some coffee. As I was walking in, I noticed two police officers watching a man who was smoking while pumping gas. I saw him and thought, ‘Is that man stupid or crazy?’ He is even doing this with two officers standing close to him. “Anyway, I went inside and got my coffee. As I was checking out, I heard someone screaming. I looked out the window and saw the man’s arm was on fire. He was swinging his arm and running around going crazy. I ran outside and saw the officers put him on the ground. They were putting the fire out with their coffee. Then they put handcuffs on him and threw him in

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their cruiser. “I was thinking ‘What kind of person smokes near a gas pump? Isn’t it illegal?’ Being the curious person I am, I asked one of the officers what they were arresting him for. The officer looked me square in the eyes and said, ‘Waving a firearm.’” Aha! I got most of you, hook, line and sinker. I can feel your pain now as you read the last line. No, it’s not a true story but in today’s world, it sure could be. What I would like to point out here is a life lesson. Sometimes you go through a whole story and get to the end of the story and get an ending you never suspected would happen. This story sets us up for something we didn’t expect…surprise! You may have thought

you were going to be happily married for the rest of your life and…surprise. Maybe death takes your loved one. Maybe your loved one gets into an affair. Maybe you get into an affair. Maybe one of your children has a crisis. It could be anything. You thought your stock market account and retirement plan would just keep on growing and growing…surprise! You thought you would get that promotion and…surprise. Yep, someone else got it who is not half as qualiﬁed as you (at least it’s your opinion). You thought keeping ﬁt and eating right would give you a free pass to a healthy life and…surprise. You know the drill. It’s even worse for people near the end of their lives. Sometimes, health is… interesting. You just went through a challenging medical procedure and your body says, “Oh, that was nothing, wait till you see what I have for you next!” This could be said of life too. Depression produces deadness in us. What’s deadness? It’s when it’s hard to get emotionally “cooking” again. We don’t want to put up with the “crap.” It’s hard to get our vision, focus, and joy back. It’s when we feel what we

do doesn’t make any difference. We think, “Who cares?” It’s when we can’t get above the water like we used to. We feel tired, irritable, depleted, frustrated, disoriented, fearful, threatened, disconnected, or isolated. We’re screaming for life, but we can’t get to it. You’re alive, but parts of you feel dead. Real success is being a person of peace with yourself, your family and with others, whether in business, with friends or at church. Take your focus off yourself and the shame it brings. What we need is peace. Say to yourself, “I have done the best I can, I have tried, some of it didn’t work out the way I expected, but I’m still here. I will ﬁnish strong, not wrong.” Run to God, not from God. Jesus says, “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives you peace do I give to you peace. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.” John 14:27.

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Science Bowl promotes STEM learning for students BY ERIC NEWMAN

Glendale Star Staff Writer

One question: “Crossing over during meiosis can be seen under a microscope is an X-shaped structure called what?” The answer is “chiasma.” Another question: “What are the two largest galaxies in the Local Group?” The answer: “Andromeda and the Milky Way.” The pressure was on, as if a student group could not answer correctly, a group of four high school students sitting feet away probably will. Also, they only had ﬁve seconds. About 20 teams from around Arizona met at Arizona State University’s West Campus in Glendale Feb. 8. The Arizona Science Bowl challenged them to answer dozens of science, technology, engineering and math questions. The winning team goes on to compete against the other top groups in the United States at the National Science Bowl at the end of the school year. Shashi Jasthi, the state coordinator for the competition and CEO of Solugenix Corporation in Arizona, said he is impressed every year by the knowledge the students display. He believes the science bowl not only promotes

Students from BASIS Chandler won the 2020 Arizona Science Bowl (Glendale Star Photo by Eric Newman)

studying outside of just classwork, but also is helpful in leading students into STEM majors in college and jobs afterward. “We really put in a lot of effort into it, and the reason for me is because most people when you look at whether to pursue STEM education or a career, it’s usually at this level. There’s this data showing if science or math is too hard, they’re lost forever. And we’re making sure at the crucial time in their growth it can be a great way to build a

career and it is exciting,” he said. BASIS Chandler, a science-based high school in the East Valley, topped Arizona in 2020, defeating nearby Hamilton High in a close match. Zarif Ahsan, Agustya Matheth, Adrian Palumbo, Ankith Chunduru and Aryan Soman will compete in the national competition from April 30-May 4 in Washington, D.C. The hours of learning in team practices and outside of school paid off in the victory. But, many of the students

raised in Arizona, is an Avondale resident who understands the challenges of getting an education with a disability. She said she connects with her special education students through her experience. Savage is diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a genetic and degenerative condition causing visual impairment. She said she was diagnosed when she was 4 and by the time she was 13, she was relying on Braille and a cane. She set out to earn a degree in education, but she came to realize she had a

passion for special-needs students. She went on to earn a dual degree in special education and elementary education. “I’ve always wanted to be a teacher since I was in elementary,” she said. “I have a disability of visual impairment, so as I experienced difﬁculties with receiving accommodations and having to overcome a lot to reach my goals. I

Glendale teacher wins annual award BY OCTAVIO SERRANO Glendale Star Staff Writer

The Arizona Council for Exceptional Children is giving the Samuel A. Kirk Teacher of the Year Award to Shaylyn Savage, a special education teacher at Sunset Ridge Elementary in Glendale. The award is given to those who signiﬁcantly impact the education of students with disabilities through direct student contact. She was due to receive her award at the conference February 28. Savage, born in Washington and

SEE TEACHER PAGE 31 Shaylyn Savage, a special education teacher at Sunset Ridge Elementary in Glendale, is receiving the Samuel A. Kirk Teacher of the Year Award. (Photo courtesy Shaylyn Savage)

participate not just because of the chance to win, but because they enjoy the studying of science and competing at a high level. “The main reason you do it every year is because it’s fun, and the satisfaction you get when it’s a question you know, it’s all really cool, but it’s anxiety-inducing. But it’s part of the fun,” said BASIS Chandler team captain Zarif Ahsan. Coach Theresa Gburek was impressed with the group’s work ethic. “They’re amazing. I feel so lucky to have this group of teenage boys willing to put in all this time and effort on something like this outside of school,” she said. Participating in the science bowl for all the students not only prepares them with the facts and ﬁgures to make up the STEM careers, but also allows them to be more competitive in the job market come graduation from college. “The ability to know a subject, and the ability to deploy the knowledge under high pressure when people are watching you, those are two different skills,” Jasthi said. “The factors of thinking on your feet and competitive pressure, is a major skill that can be used when you enter a career.”

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Howler goes to school

The fourth-grade class at Marshall Ranch Elementary school won the Arizona Coyotes Reading Program Challenge for December for the class with the most reading minutes. Howler, the Coyotes’ mascot, paid a visit to the class as a reward for spending the most time reading. Howler handed out “pawtographed” cards and each student received two tickets to an upcoming game. (Photo courtesy Peoria Unified School District)

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decided I wanted to work with students who experienced the same thing and support them to help them reach their goals.” Savage now works with students from ﬁfth through eighth grades. She said she has a special connection with her students because she understands the challenges she faced as a student. “Some of the challenges were people not understanding I could still do things my peers were doing, but maybe in a different way,” Savage said. “And people thinking I didn’t have realistic goals of becoming a teacher.” Because of this, she focuses on helping students who are in classrooms with normal education. “I go into classrooms and I co-teach with general education teachers to provide students with the specialized instruction they need,” Savage said. “I also pull smaller groups into my

classroom where we work on speciﬁc skills.” When she does work with special education students in her classroom, Savage said each student has a buzzer to help her know when a student has a question or wants to add to the class. In addition, the students can use laptops to enhance their education. She also meets annually with her students to discuss their educational goals and talk about the students’ improvement so far. In addition to her role as teacher, Savage also works with the Foundation for Blind Children over the summer as part of their high school transition program. “My favorite part of teaching is getting to know my students and learning their strengths and helping them realize what their strengths are and start to discover what they want to do when they grow up,” Savage said.

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April 14, 2020. A Public Hearing will be held beginning at 5:30 on April 14, 2020 in the Glendale City Council Chambers. In compliance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, the City of Glendale is making the following Housing Plans available for public review and comment. 2020 5-Year Annual Agency Plan LEGALand ADVERTISING 2020-2024 5-Year Capital Fund Action Plan -2019 CONTINUED Annual Agency Plan Significant Amendment -2019 Capital Fund Action Plan Significant Amendment The plans contain significant and substantial changes from the Plans issued and approved last year. To summarize, the City is proposing: Expanding its language translation services to include access to Housing Program documents and explanations of program elements in English, Spanish, Braille, American Sign Language (ASL), Mandarin, Farsi, Arabic, Vietnamese, and Burmese. Revising its waitlist process to include a lottery system, which will give all eligible applicants greater opportunities to request housing assistance. Expanding its marketing and outreach methods to include more diverse news outlets, multiple human service organizations and additional community stakeholders. Adjusting its policies and forms to ensure that all eligible individuals, including households with mixed citizenship and immigration status, have access to federal housing benefits and services. The City’s Housing Plans are available for review online at: https://www.glendale az.com/cms/One.aspx?portalId=152090 85&pageId=15499351 The plans are also available for review in hard copy at the Glendale Community Housing Office located at 6842 North 61st Avenue, Glendale, Arizona, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. All interested parties are invited to submit comments to the City’s Housing Plans either in writing to Erin Cullum, Housing Program Manager, at the City of Glendale Community Housing Division, 6842 North 61st Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301 or electronically at ecullum@glendaleaz.com. Comments must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. om Tuesday, April 14, 2020. A Public Hearing will be held on April 14, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. at City Council Chambers, 5850 W Glendale Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301 to approve the Plans. All interested parties are invited to attend. The Hearing Site is accessible to persons with disabilities. The City will also consider and respond to requests for reasonable accommodation from persons with physical, visual, and hearing impairments to review the Plans and attend the Hearing. All persons needing an accommodation are encouraged to call (623) 930-2180 at least three (3) working days prior to the hearing or the end of the comment period. Auxiliary Aids and language translation services can also be made available. If you have any questions, please call Erin Cullum at (623) 930-3702. Published in The Glendale Star and March 12th & 19th, 2020 / 29206

Varsity Facility Services is hiring for Part-Time and Full Time Janitorial positions for offices in the City of Glendale. Applicants must have some janitorial experience, must be dependable and able to communicate with client and supervisor. Applicants must have reliable transportation, must be authorized to work in the United States and pass a Background Check. Apply in person at: 8930 N 78th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85345 from 9:00am - 4:00pm Monday thru Friday.

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RECREATION CENTERS OF SUN CITY WEST EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II – F/T, with benefits. $18.7822.53 p/h DOE. Perform major and minor repairs on all golf course equipment. Inspect and diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic defects. Adjust and sharpen reel mowers and tractors daily, adjust height of cut. May order equipment parts must maintain accurate records, 2yrs exp in general maintenance and mechanical repair of golf equip. Prefer applicants with golf course experience. For more info visit our website below. Must provide a 39-month DMV at time of application. Valid AZ driver’s license/good driving record. Communicate in English. Must provide 39-month DMV record. AUDIO/VISUAL TECH – F/T with benefits. $17.2521.00p/h DOE This position is responsible for the setup and operation of basic/small scale audiovisual systems. Will assist in sound/lighting of meetings/presentations. Must have strong understanding of audio systems, signal paths, audio mixing and digital sound. Requires a basic knowledge of electronics and electrical systems. Requires an understanding of Audio/Visual systems as well as troubleshooting. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, to include evenings and weekends, at any Recreation Centers facilities. Must provide 39-month DMV record. GREENSKEEPERS - $13.08 p/h, FT/PT with benefits Manual labor. Must be able to work communicate in English, work weekends and OT. Previous golf exp. preferred. Apply online/view more jobs: employment.suncitywest.com or at Human Resources, 19803 N. R. H. Johnson Blvd, Sun City West, AZ 85375. The above positions include golf when availability is open. All positions must be able to communicate in English. All positions are open until filled. EOE

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NOTICE OF REQUEST NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CITY OF GLENDALE GLENDALE AVENUE WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS 91ST TO 99TH AVENUEs DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES Project No. 192029 CONSULTING SERVICES The City of Glendale is seeking a qualified engineering firm or team (Consultant), to provide engineering services for the design of wastewater collection system improvements to convey the projected demands in the service area bounded by 91st and 99th Avenues north of Glendale Avenue. The selected firm or team will provide design and construction administration services. All qualified firms interested in providing the required services are invited to submit their proposal to this Request for Proposal (RFP). All proposals must comply with the requirements specified in this RFP. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The existing 15-inch diameter sewer in Glendale Avenue between 91st and 99th Avenues is approaching its design capacity and there are several development areas upstream of this sewer line that will increase flows once developed. To meet future demands, a preliminary study has indicated that the existing collection system must be improved. Potential improvements include, but are not limited to, upsizing the main, rerouting the collection line, and constructing a liftstation. SCOPE OF WORK The selected Consultant will work closely with the City’s Water Services, Transportation and Engineering Departments, and other City departments, as required. It will also be required to work with outside agencies, such as ADOT, SRP, COP, SROG, Maricopa County, various utility companies, a public information firm and others, as necessary. The City will utilize the services of the Consultant for the design of the collection system improvements, cost estimating and construction administration services. The Consultant may also be required to make Council presentations and conduct public meetings or other related public involvement activities, if requested. PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE A pre-submittal conference will be held on Tuesday, March 24th, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., at the Oasis Water Treatment Plant campus, 7070 West Northern Avenue, Conference Room C. At this meeting, staff will discuss the scope of work, technical components, general contract issues and respond to questions from the attendees. Because City staff may not have time to respond to individual inquiries regarding the scope outside of this pre-submittal conference, it is recommended that interested firms send a representative to the pre-submittal conference. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PACKET The RFP packet is available on the City’s Vendor Self Service Home Page at: HTTPS://GLENDALEAZ. MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VENDORS/VBI DS/DEFAULT.ASPX. To receive the RFP packet, you must be registered as a vendor. Registration can be done through the vendor registration link located at: HTTPS://WWW.GLENDALEAZ. MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VENDORS /DEFAULT.ASPX. Questions pertaining to the RFP or consultant selection process should be directed in writing to Bill Passmore and David Beard, Engineering Department, City of Glendale, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301, or by email to bpassmore@glendaleaz.com and dbeard@ glendaleaz.com. The RFP submittal date is: Friday, April 3, 2020, no later than 3:00 p.m. Any proposal received after this time will not be considered and will be returned to the consultant. CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA Published: March 12 & 19, 2020 The Glendale Star / 29211

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NOTICE OF REQUEST NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. 20-33 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA WILL RECEIVE PROPOSALS FOR FURNISHING THE FOLLOWING: SECONDARY LANDFILL HEAVY EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES A PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD AT THE CITY OF GLENDALE LANDFILL ADMINISTRATION BUILDING C CONFERENCE ROOM, 11480 W GLENDALE AVENUE, GLENDALE, AZ 85307 ON MARCH 19, 2020 AT 9:00 AM LOCAL TIME. (Attendance is not required but strongly encouraged). THE BID DOCUMENT IS AVAILABLE ON THE CITY’S VENDOR SELF-SERVICE HOME PAGE AT: HTTPS://GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VE NDORS/VBIDS/DEFAULT.ASPX BIDDER MUST BE REGISTERED AS A VENDOR TO ACCESS THE BID AND SUBMIT THEIR BID. REGISTRATION CAN BE DONE THROUGH THE VENDOR REGISTRATION LINK LOCATED AT: HTTPS://GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VENDORS/DE FAULT.ASPX. EACH BID SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SPECIFICATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED THEREIN. EACH BID SHALL BE SUBMITTED ONLINE THROUGH THE VENDOR SELF SERVICE PORTAL ON OR BEFORE 2:00 P.M. LOCAL TIME, MARCH 27, 2020. THE CITY OF GLENDALE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS AND TO WAIVE INFORMALITIES. CITY OF GLENDALE BY: KEVIN R. PHELPS CITY MANAGER PUBLISH: THE GLENDALE STAR - PUBLISHING DATE MARCH 12, 2020./ 29209 NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 20-41 VENDOR SELF SERVICE BID NO. 42000042 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA WILL RECEIVE BIDS FOR FURNISHING THE FOLLOWING: LIBRARY ELECTRONIC SERVICES AND RESOURCES THE BID DOCUMENT IS AVAILABLE ON THE CITY’S VENDOR SELF SERVICE HOME PAGE AT: HTTPS://GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VE NDORS/VBIDS/DEFAULT.ASPX BIDDER MUST BE REGISTERED AS A VENDOR TO ACCESS BID AND SUBMIT PROPOSAL. REGISTRATION CAN BE DONE THROUGH THE VENDOR REGISTRATION LINK LOCATED AT: HTTPS://WWW.GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VENDORS/DEFAULT.ASPX. EACH PROPOSAL SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SPECIFICATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED THEREIN. EACH PROPOSAL SHALL BE RECEIVED THROUGH THE VENDOR SELF SERVICE PORTAL ON OR BEFORE 2:00 P.M. LOCAL TIME, MARCH 31, 2020. THE CITY OF GLENDALE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY OR ALL PROPOSALS AND TO WAIVE INFORMALITIES. CITY OF GLENDALE BY: KEVIN R. PHELPS CITY MANAGER PUBLISH: THE GLENDALE STAR - PUBLISHING DATE MARCH 12, 2020. / 29208 NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS CITY OF GLENDALE LUKE AIR FORCE BASE LIFT STATION DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES PROJECT NUMBER 181916 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES The City of Glendale is seeking a qualified construction manager/general contractor to provide design phase assistance and construction services as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for a City of Glendale wastewater lift station project to transfer wastewater from the Luke Air Force Base wastewater system to the City of Glendale wastewater system. The estimated cost for this work is approximately $3,000,000. PROJECT DESCRIPTION Luke Air Force Base (LAFB) currently operates and maintains their own infrastructure to collect and trea t wastewater from residential and commercial sources located on the base and a few select off-site facilities near the base. The plant was constructed in 1942 and has undergone several upgrades

ager at Risk (CMAR) for a City of Glendale wastewater lift station project to transfer wastewater from the Luke Air Force Base wastewater system to the City of Glendale wastewater system. The CLASSIFIEDS estimated cost for this work is approximately $3,000,000. PROJECT DESCRIPTION Luke Air Force Base (LAFB) currently operates and maintains their own infrastructure to collect and treat wastewater from residential and commercial sources located on the base and a few select off-site facilities near the base. The plant was constructed in 1942 and has undergone several upgrades over the years. In 2017, the Air Force completed an environmental assessment to examine alternatives for managing their wastewater. The assessment confirmed that the plant was nearing the end of its operational life and other alternatives needed to be considered. Since LAFB is located within Glendale’s city limits, they approached the City and the City agreed to provide the needed wastewater treatment services the base requires. The City has wastewater infrastructure within two miles of the base’s plant and has sufficient capacity available to treat the base’s wastewater flows (average dry weather flow of 1.0 million gallons per day). In order to receive LAFB’s wastewater, it is the City’s responsibility to construct the required infrastructure, which will consist of a combination of gravity and forcemain piping, and a lift station. The forcemain from 99th Avenue to the site of the lift station will be installed as part of the City’s planned Glendale Avenue Road Improvements project starting later this year. The lift station details are still being developed, but the City did have a preliminary study done to determine lift station options and potential sites. After evaluating several potential sites, it was determined the optimal location would be on the existing LAFB WWTF site located on the northeast corner of Glendale Avenue and El Mirage Road. The lift station site will also need electric service provided by Arizona Public Service (APS) and water service from the nearest private water provider. City water is not available at the proposed lift station site at this time. This project will focus on the lift station design and construction for a complete and operational lift station, including all equipment, site improvements, lift station associated infrastructure and appurtenances. It is the City’s desire to have the lift station fully operational before 2022. SCOPE OF WORK The City is seeking a qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) to provide pre-construction and construction services during the design and construction phases of this project. The City entered into a professional services agreement with an engineering firm for the preliminary design and will be entering into a professional services agreement with an engineering firm for the final design. The CMAR will work closely with and be an integral part of the design team during the design phase of this project. The CMAR begins with the firm in an agency support role for pre-construction services. At some point prior to construction, the CMAR will assume the risk of delivering the project through a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract. The CMAR will be responsible for construction means and methods. The CMAR will also work closely with the City, LAFB and design engineering firm during the design and construction phases of this project. PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE A pre-submittal conference will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at 11:00 a.m., at the Oasis Water Treatment Plant, 7070 West Northern Avenue, Glendale, AZ. At this meeting, staff will discuss the scope of work, technical components, general contract issues and respond to questions from the attendees. Because City staff may not have time to respond to individual inquiries regarding the scope outside of this pre-submittal conference, it is recommended that interested firms send a representative to the pre-submittal conference. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PACKET The RFQ packet is available on the City’s Vendor Self Service Home Page at: HTTPS://GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VE NDORS/VBIDS/DEFAULT.ASPX. To receive the RFP packet, you must be registered as a vendor. Registration can be done through the vendor registration link located at: HTTPS://WWW.GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VE NDORS/DEFAULT.ASPX. Questions pertaining to the RFQ or selection process should be directed in writing to Bill Passmore and David Beard, Engineering Department, City of Glendale, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ

available on the City’s Vendor Self Service Home Page at: HTTPS://GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VE NDORS/VBIDS/DEFAULT.ASPX. To receive the RFP packet, you must be registered as a vendor. Registration can be done through the vendor registration link located at: HTTPS://WWW.GLENDALEAZ.MUNISSELFSERVICE.COM/VE NDORS/DEFAULT.ASPX. Questions pertaining to the RFQ or selection process should be directed in writing to Bill Passmore and David Beard, Engineering Department, City of Glendale, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301, or by email to bpassmore@ glendaleaz.com and dbeard@glendaleaz.com. The RFQ submittal date is: Friday, April 3, 2020, no later than 2:00 p.m. Any submittal received after this time will not be considered and will be returned to the firm. CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA Published: March 12 & 19, 2020 The Glendale Star / 29210

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