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Six people were arrested in Peoria, Glendale and Yuma for kidnapping and beating a 20-year-old pregnant family member after years of threats, Peoria police said. Goodyear, Tolleson, Avondale, Phoenix, Peoria and Yuma police departments worked together to arrest the suspects. Those arrested were: • Zahraa Alfartousi: kidnapping (domestic violence), aggravated robbery, threats, disorderly conduct. • Yaser Alfartousi: kidnapping (domestic
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violence), aggravated robbery, disorderly conduct. • Fares Alfartousi: kidnapping (domestic violence), aggravated robbery, disorderly conduct. • Bashir Alfartousi: kidnapping (domestic violence). • Ali Alfartousi: kidnapping (domestic violence), aggravated robbery, threats. • Souad Alfartousi: kidnapping (domestic violence), aggravated robbery. The multijurisdictional investigation involves multiple crimes including kidnapping and aggravated assault in the last two years.
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The city of Glendale is redrawing the city council districts after the 2020 census data was released on Aug. 12. “Section 15-2 of the city code requires the council to redistrict once every 10 years based on the U.S. decennial census,” Glendale City Clerk Julie Bower said. The redistricting goal is to have close to 41,388 people in each of the six districts. They must also consider community interest, voters’ choice,
growth and the preservation of the core of existing election years. The city is required to submit a council-adopted plan to Maricopa County by Dec. 15, according to the National Demographics Corporation. Glendale City Councilmember Jamie Aldama of the Ocotillo District said he doesn’t expect big changes to be made. “Citizens should be aware of upcoming community meetings where they can share their concerns,” Aldama said. “I recommend citizens stay
In May, Peoria police received a call from a man’s family saying his pregnant girlfriend’s family was threatening him. They said they would kidnap a young family member if the girlfriend wasn’t returned. Peoria detectives said the pregnant woman, her boyfriend and his family filed more than 20 police reports with various Arizona police agencies. The reports ranged from complaints of disorderly conduct and harassment to an escalation of aggravated assault and kidnapping. The victim’s brother, Bashir, was arrestSEE DAUGHTER PAGE 3
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informed with who their representatives of their municipal districts are.” Dates are still being confirmed, but expect a community meeting in September. A council workshop is set for Oct. 12, with final decisions on Nov. 9. The council adoption is Nov. 23. The NDC reports the Cholla District has the lowest population (holding a population of 38,795 people). The council will most likely redraw the districts to add residents to the Cholla population. According to the Brennan Center for Justice, when cities are called to redraw their districts, it can have a serious impact on political influence. It can sway who wins the election, how laws get passed and other political advantages. In Arizona, to prevent political influence, the Independent Redistricting Commission keeps the council members accountable. DAUGHTER FROM PAGE 1
ed by the Yuma Police Department and booked in March for attempting to kidnap the victim. According to the Yuma police report, the victim said her brother kidnapped her and planned to bring her back to her family, who would have likely killed her. Peoria detectives additionally learned of a kidnapping on Aug. 18 in Avondale. In this incident, the victim’s family kidnapped her from a parking lot as she arrived at a doctor’s appointment. Ali, Yaser, Zahraa, Souad and Fares pulled the victim into a vehicle and punched her in the stomach. Two witnesses in the parking lot helped her escape. On Aug. 26, the Peoria Police Department served three search warrants at two Peoria homes and a Glendale apartment. The victim’s parents and siblings were arrested and were booked into jail. The charges may be amended, according to Peoria police. Peoria police are encouraging those with any information regarding this case to contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.
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Vehicle license tax formula for alternative fuel cars changing in 2022 BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Changes to state law mean that drivers who purchase alternative fuel vehicles will pay the same vehicle license tax (VLT) rate as other drivers by 2023. The change in VLT rates is phased in, starting Jan. 1, 2022. The VLT is paid during vehicle registration and is assessed in place of a personal property tax often charged in
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currently for traditional cars and trucks, bringing fairness to VLT assessments. The changes in the formula will take effect in January and be completely phased-in by 2023. The changes ensure that drivers of alternative fuel vehicles contribute to the preservation and maintenance of the state’s 7,000mile highway system at the same rate as drivers of traditional vehicles. Bringing parity to VLT assessments is especially important for the continued maintenance and expansion of Arizona’s infrastructure as alternative fuel vehicles continue to increase in popularity in Arizona. Under current state law, an alternative fuel vehicle registered before Jan. 1, will have its VLT calculated using 1% of the manufacturer’s base retail price of the vehicle. For an alternative fuel vehicle registered between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2022, the VLT will be calculated using 20% of the manufacturer’s base retail price of the vehicle. After Dec. 31, 2022, the formula used to calculate VLT for alternative fuel vehicles will be the same one used for other vehicles, as determined by ARS 28-5801.
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Owners of Arizona-registered alternative fuel vehicles who make no changes to their vehicle title will continue to have their car’s VLT calculated with the 1% formula. The VLT rate changes won’t affect these vehicles until a change is made to the vehicle title, triggering a new registration cycle. The VLT formula attached to the alternative fuel vehicle will be changed to the current formula in use if a new registration cycle is established. Examples of this include but are not limited to selling the car, transferring ownership, adding or removing an owner from the title, and a lease buyout. Paying off a vehicle loan and the lender’s name being removed from the title will not trigger a new registration cycle. For more information about VLT for alternative fuel vehicles, visit azdot. gov/altfuel. Alternative fuel vehicles are defined as vehicles that are powered by electricity, hydrogen, solar or natural gas/ compressed natural gas/liquefied petroleum gas. This does not apply to hybrid vehicles. Alternative fuel vehicles will continue to be issued the Alternative Fuel Vehicle special license plate, which allows access to HOV freeway lanes at any time, regardless of the number of passengers in the vehicle.
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Vitalant calls for blood donations as school, work resume BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF As back-to-school and work routines resume, blood and platelet donations have slowed, but the need remains strong. Vitalant is urging eligible donors to make a blood or platelet donation appointment during National Preparedness Month in September to prevent a serious shortage and ensure blood is readily available for disasters large and small, including the everyday needs patients face. As a special thanks for donating through Sept. 7, Vitalant will offer exclusive Vitalant T-shirts redeemable by email. To learn more and make an appointment to donate, visit vitalant. org or call 1-877-25-VITAL (877-2584825). West Valley donor centers are in Glendale (18583 N. 59th Avenue), Goodyear (14270 W. Indian School Road) and West Phoenix (5757 W. Indian School Road at Litchfield Road, Phoenix). The hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays to Sundays, and 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays. Local blood drives include:
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• 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12, Grace Fellowship Church, 1300 S. Miller Road. • 8 a.m. to noon Monday, Sept. 20, Desert Hills Baptist Church, 20909 W. Yuma Road. • 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, Summit Community Church, 20555 W. Roosevelt Street.
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Glendale police investigating fatal collision
Glendale police identified the two teens who died as a result of a traffic collision on Aug. 25 as 18-year-old Ariyanna Alexus-Savina Parsad and 19-year-old Jazmine Esperanza Marquez. One other person remains in critical condition. Just after midnight on Aug. 25, Glendale police responded to a collision at 83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road involving two vehicles. One of the vehicles involved was a Toyota driven by Parsad and occupied by Marquez in the rear passenger seat and a 20-year-old man in the front passenger seat. Marquez was pronounced deceased on scene. Parsad was transported to a local hospital, where she later died. The man is in critical condition at a local hospital. The other vehicle involved was a Tesla driven by a 22-year-old man. He was transported to a local hospital with serious but nonlife-threatening injuries.
According to the vehicular crimes detectives, Parsad was traveling north on 83rd Avenue through a green light. The Tesla was moving west at a high rate of speed and ran the red light at the intersection causing the collision. Detectives are investigating speed and impairment as possible factors. The incident is under investigation, and charges are pending the results of the investigation.
Glendale detectives seize drugs, paraphernalia
Five people were taken into custody after Glendale police discovered more than $1 million in drugs and paraphernalia, thanks to a search warrant for a home and car near 75th Avenue and Thomas Road. The items seized include four firearms, more than $20,000 in cash, more than 4 pounds of fentanyl powder, over 200,000 fentanyl-laced pills, and over 5 pounds of cocaine. Glendale police said the investigation is ongoing, with charges pending. No arrests have been made.
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CTE district West-MEC achieves 99.8% pass rate BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Each year West-MEC, a career and technical education (CTE) school district, parses through student data to measure performance, identify areas of growth, and celebrate success. Overall, there has been a positive trend among students who enrolled in West-MEC programs despite COVID-19 challenges. From the academic year 2020-21, the West-MEC programs offered had a 99.8% pass rate with a 92% retention rate. In this recent cohort, 96% of the students earned industry credentials along with program certification. This is instrumental in staying ahead in the current job market. In fact, over 80% were positively placed in education, employment and military. “While we have had impressive met-
rics, it isn’t about data points,” Assistant Superintendent Stephen Weltsch said. “West-MEC is about changing lives one student at a time. These are young people who have earned the technical skills for achieving career readiness and the professional skills to advance along a career pathway.” As a CTE district, West-MEC listens to public and industry needs and provides programs that fill the work gap. And one such industry need is health care, which is being met by the new nursing services program that started this fall. “We are excited about our growth through the years, and this would not be possible without the consistent dedication of our staff, teachers and students,” Weltsch said.
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Teams and tribes are ready for gamblers BY JILL R. DORSON
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With companies like Caesars, FanDuel and Penn National Gaming building out sportsbooks at professional sports venues across the Valley, fantasy sports betting already has come to Arizona with betting on games arriving Sept. 9. Only a last-minute effort by the Yavapai-Prescott Indian Tribe stood in the way of sports betting going live that day. A hearing on a request for an emergency injunction is Sept. 3. Assuming the judge does not grant the request, Arizona is poised to become the biggest state in the West to launch live sports betting since the Supreme Court struck down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) in May 2018. The Arizona Department of Gaming is targeting the first day of the NFL season to launch the first operators. Many of the biggest, most well-known sports betting operators will be offering odds and taking bets. The Arizona launch will be the fourth in the United States this year — unless either Wyoming or South Dakota, both of which are also moving toward offering live sports betting, get there first. In January, operators went live online in Michigan and Virginia, and two North Carolina tribal casinos began taking bets in March. As legal sports betting has spread from Nevada to more than 30 other U.S. jurisdictions in the last three years, the western states have been a little behind the curve. And where sports betting is available, it’s not widely available. Lawmakers in Washington State legalized sports betting in March 2020 at brick-and-mortar locations only. The state regulator expects the first bets to be taken before the end of 2021. Live wagering west of the Mississippi is up and running in six states. In-person wagering is available at a handful of tribal sportsbooks in Oregon and New Mexico as well as at lottery-run kiosks throughout Montana and in person at a handful of Arkansas venues. Consumers can wager on profes-
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sional sports online/mobile in Oregon via the state’s lottery platform. Statewide mobile wagering is available in Colorado, Iowa and Nevada, but the Arizona launch represents only the third new open, competitive marketplace west of the Mississippi since PAPSA was overturned.
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With a population of just over 7 million, it doesn’t hurt that the state is home to a professional sports team from each of the four major leagues, hosts NASCAR events, is a PGA Tour stop and has a passionate college football fanbase. In all, eight sports organizations have received licenses. So too have 10 Arizona tribes after beating out six other tribes that had been competing for licenses. “We are very excited about the future in Arizona. During the NBA playoffs, the world learned that the state has one of the most passionate fan bases in the country,” said Matt Prevost, chief revenue officer at BetMGM. BetMGM has formed a partnership with the Arizona Cardinals. It also had partnered with the Gila River Indian Community, which was not listed by the state as a winning applicant to run mobile sports betting off reservation. However, Arizona Gaming Department spokesperson Maxwell Hartgraves said all tribes can offer sports betting at their casinos. The amended tribal-state gaming
compacts that were signed by Gov. Doug Ducey and Arizona tribes earlier this year included the ability for tribes to offer a variety of new casino games such as craps and roulette as well as sports betting, Hartgraves said. “With that comes a lot of expectations, and we look forward to delivering an aboveand-beyond sports betting experience with unique mobile and retail activations throughout the state,” Prevost said. Arizona’s new law allows for a maximum 20 “event wagering operator” licenses, divided evenly among tribal casinos and professional sports teams/ franchises. Those with a license will be able to operate at least one retail sportsbook and up to two digital platforms. There are an additional 10 retail-only licenses available for the state’s horse racetracks and OTBs. Consumers will be able to wager on professional, college and Olympic sports. The new law is broad enough that operators may ultimately be able to offer betting on things like the Academy Awards, Heisman Trophy and other events that are not tied to sports.
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While Arizona will ultimately offer consumers myriad choices in who to bet with, the design of the law means that some tribal casinos won’t be able to offer sports betting. The ADG approved daily fantasy operators to go live Aug. 28. Those that are licensed must also have received approval for internal controls and house rules from the ADG. They include DraftKings, FanDuel, FFPC, Yahoo!, Fantasy Sports Shark and Underdog Sports. In addition, approved event wager-
ing operators already can offer consumers the chance to create and fund accounts. Approved operators can also begin marketing to consumers. Licenses sports teams and their partners include Arizona Cardinals (BetMGM), Arizona Diamondbacks (William Hill), Phoenix Suns (FanDuel), Arizona Coyotes, Phoenix Mercury (Ballys), TPC Scottsdale (DraftKings), Phoenix Speedway (Penn National) and Arizona Rattlers (Rush Street Interactive). Operators have plans for brick-andmortar sportsbooks at professional venues — and some are also entitled to open a second location within a set distance of the stadium. FanDuel has already released renderings of a modern, state-of-the-art facility in the works at the Footprint Center, while Caesars has plans to begin offering in-person wagering via kiosks at Chase Field as soon as possible. For the most part, operators plan to launch their mobile platforms on Sept. 9, with brick-and-mortars to follow. Tribes that have received licenses include Fort Mojave Indian Tribe (SuperBook Sports), Navajo Nation, Quechan Tribe (Unibet Arizona), Tonto Apache Tribe (Churchill Downs), Tohono O’odham Nation, Hualapai Tribe (Golden Nugget), Ak-Chin Indian Community, San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe (Digital Gaming), San Carlos Apache Tribe (Wynn) and Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. Arizona is among the first U.S. jurisdictions in which sportsbooks will exist at professional sports venues. Washington, D.C.’s Capital One Arena became the first pro venue in the country to accept wagers when it began doing so in the summer of 2020. And as of now, only Washington, D.C.; Illinois; Maryland and Arizona allow for sportsbooks in arenas. There are two open in Washington, since the BetMGM began accepting bets at Nationals Field earlier this year. – Jill R. Dorson is the managing editor at sportshandle.com, a national sports betting website that focuses on sports betting legislation and regulation.
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Arizona’s most thankless job: School board member BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Glendale Star Columnist
Most of us like to believe we’re decent people. We give a few bucks to charity, we volunteer, maybe even help a friend move. But be real: There’s being a decent human and then there’s going above and beyond. Like by serving on your local school board. If there’s a volunteer role existent in Arizona today that I cannot wrap my head around, it’s that one. And the past year of headlines — full of protests, threats and extreme surliness — have only deepened my confusion. Our state has about 240 school boards and 1,200 board members. Each of them deserves a medal. Or our prayers. Because anyone who does that job for $0 a year deserves something in return. School board members begin their careers by running for election. You speak at public forums, knock on doors, stand in front of Safeway, anywhere you can
meet a few voters, most of whom pay attention for 14 seconds before pushing past you like you’re a human turnstile. Then, say you win. That earns you the privilege of going to 25 or 30 weeknight meetings annually, many of which last for hours and involve a “call to the public.” If you’ve never been to a school board or municipal council meeting, lucky you. I’ve attended many, and trust me: Most members of the public who answer this call do so because no sane human being has ever listened to them for three minutes straight without dialing 911. It’s like open mic at an insane asylum, minus the lithium. And that was before COVID, before anti-mask protests, and before machinations over critical race theory. Nowadays, your average school board meeting frequently resembles Jan. 6 at the U.S. Capitol. Minus the gunfire — so far. Down south near Tucson, the April 27 meeting of the Vail governing board re-
quired sheriff’s deputies before the meeting even started. About 150 anti-maskers — some armed — stormed the meeting, pushing past school district employees, screaming and berating board members and refusing to wear masks, per Pima County’s mandate. “There was a handful of people — I don’t know exactly how many — who either don’t have kids in the school district, don’t live in the school district, don’t live in the county, who came with the express purpose of whipping up that group,” Superintendent John Carruth told the Arizona Education News Service. Talk about needing more hobbies. The Litchfield Elementary School District has degenerated into chaos over the passage of an “equity statement” last December. Since then, the Arizona Attorney General’s Office has been involved and protests have become a regular feature of board meetings. Last week, Dr. Tara Armstead, the school board’s only Black member, resigned and scorched the 12,000-student district on her way out the door.
“I will not say thank you for the time that I served here,” said Armstead, “or express any gratitude or appreciation because, for the five months I have been here, I have been treated like I’m not an expert in the field and have no idea what I’m talking about.” The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board has been equally protest-laden and chaotic. Last week, board President Jann-Michael Greenburg lost his temper over the distribution of a neo-Nazi comic book on some campuses. Greenburg stage whispered “Jesus (expletive) Christ” into a hot microphone. He later publicly apologized. “I’m very sorry about that,” Greenburg explained. “I have to admit it was done out of frustration in the moment.” The wonder is, more school board members don’t drop f-bombs. Or outright quit. Because there’s surely no more thankless job in this state.
mean that the 46th president will work to complete the progressive policy goals envisioned by the 44th. Americans with a different political point of view fear the expression conveys a simpler and more sinister goal: the end of the USA as a democratic republic. While his immediate successor, Donald Trump, was widely viewed as “disruptor-in-chief,” it’s worth recalling that the Barack Obama of 2008 routinely pledged on the campaign trail to “fundamentally change America as we
know it.” In many ways, he succeeded. From the enactment of Obamacare to the politicization of our military and intelligence apparatus, and on through the exploitation of racial disharmony, our 44th president lit long, slow fuses … now set to detonate. How does Mr. Obama avoid responsibility? Simple. He employs euphemisms and administers “verbal tranquilizers.” Though his mask may slip occasionally, such an occurrence is usually explained away by an infatuated press corps. A recent example of Obama speaking softly and sticking it to Repub-
licans can be found in his remarks to the American Library Association in late June. There, he was asked about his biggest concern for the future and responded this way: “The degree to which misinformation is now disseminated at warp speed, in coordinated ways that we haven’t seen before.” The former president then expounded on his “concern” by quickly adding a political dimension: “And that the guardrails I thought were in place around many of our democratic institutions really depend upon the two parties agreeing to those ground rules, those guardrails. And that one of them
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Biden ‘finishing the job’ for his predecessor BY J.D. HAYWORTH
Glendale Star Columnist
Barack Obama did not go gently into that good presidential retirement. While most of his predecessors departed once their “lease” at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue expired, Mr. Obama decided to remain. Now with his “No. 2” elevated to “No. 1,” the former president sticks around with an up-close view and an important role in Joe Biden “finishing the job,” as Mr. Obama put it in an interview with the New York Times. Sympathetic journalists take that to
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right now doesn’t seem as connected to them.” Call it “accusation by insinuation and omission,” preceded by “indictment through redefinition.” All of it delivered in a calm, “thoughtful” manner. Translated into conservative context, Mr. Obama is basically saying this: “Let’s call investigative reports and assertions from the right ‘misinformation’ so that they can be immediately discredited. “Moreover, Republicans need to know their place! They need to return to the passive, polite people they used to be, accepting election irregularities for the ‘greater good,’ which of course keeps our side in power.” The left has made it a priority to politicize the pandemic; that continues with the use of government funds following the “Obama Directive.” Check out this headline from the broadcasting trade journal Radio Ink in its Aug. 19 edition: “CPB Targets COVID Misinformation.”
“The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is awarding $275,000 in emergency grants to public media stations to address COVID-19 misinformation in their communities,” the article’s lead sentence reads. While $275,000 is a pittance compared to the trillions the left intends to spend, it does speak volumes about the way government-financed radio and TV stations take their cues from the Democrat playbook. Of course, 10 days before those government grants were announced, Barack Obama celebrated his 60th birthday with a lavish party on his $12 million, 29-acre Martha’s Vineyard Estate. Joe Biden was not invited; presumably, he was focused on “finishing the job.” J.D. Hayworth worked as a sportscaster at Channel 10, Phoenix, from 1987 until 1994 and represented Arizona in Congress from 19952007.
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Editor: This is in response to David Leibowitz, “Americans have the right to do stupid things.” The only opinions in the Glendale Star are David Leibowitz’s, just like there is only one opinion about everything on every major news station. The newscasters all read from the same copy. The only difference between the two is that readers know they are reading an opinion in the paper. Years ago, news stations reported the news without comment. At the end of the newscast, a qualified, responsible party would offer an editorial on an important news story. Then a qualified, responsible person was invited to come on the following night and offer an opposing opinion. These speakers’ comments were well thought out, cogent and fact based on both sides. Then it was left up to the viewing public to evaluate both arguments and decide for themselves which side had the best argument or approach to the issue under discussion. Mr. Leibowitz’s last two opinion pieces were about COVID-19 vaccinations, which he believes everyone should be forced to have. In another opinion piece, Mr. Leibowitz belittled citizens who do not trust that these vaccines are safe and effective. These have been approved for emergency use, and there are no long-term studies. Leibowitz is right: There is distrust about the vaccines. Here are just a few reasons. 1. Deplatforming. There are several real doctors and scientists who have convincing data about the future harmful effects of these vaccines. These are not just some guys writing blogs.
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Time flies when you are having fun. Especially when you are stuck for four hours on I-17, on your way out of Phoenix. The hands of time move very slowly. One hot afternoon I was forced, with a few thousand other motorists, to finally discover what it means to be trapped liked a rat in a vehicle. Just north of Black Canyon City, a big RV tipped over, blocking the entire northbound lanes of I-17 and causing a backup for miles and miles. These evil traffic snarls seem to happen every weekend. What is the hope here? You try to cope. One long minute at a time. People turn off their vehicles, start milling around, trying to make sense of what is happening, with a backdrop of laughter, small talk and friendly exchanges. That initial phase is replaced by an almost eerie sense of dismay and helplessness, as people begin to realize that sitting in 102 degrees on an uphill grade in a parked vehicle can be downright dangerous. It was the elderly lady in front of me who had a birthday cake in her backseat — a birthday surprise for a friend in Prescott — who started unraveling first. She became noticeably distraught and started crying after 45 minutes of no information. Well, she wasn’t alone. Sweltering heat, high humidity and threatening thunderstorms were only part of the misery. Not knowing what was happening was the worse part of the equation. One disgruntled trucker left his big rig and walked to the site of the accident to talk to the highway patrol officers.
He was shaking his head, livid as he marched back to his truck. “What’s wrong?” dozens of motorists asked as he walked by. He would tell the same sad tale again and again. It seems there is an effort to move the RV off the freeway, but it “takes time.” Does ADOT stand for “Arizona Demons of Traffic”? That was one trucker’s assessment. Yes, in a road closure, there are many victims. There are folks very low on water, many needing to use the bathroom, diabetics out of insulin, babies crying, people who began the road trip sick and who were getting sicker by the minute, and all types of dogs panting and getting anxious. The “tailgate” atmosphere quickly turned to despair and frustration. Finally, long after the lady’s cake was a melted mess, and all of the babies had cried themselves to sleep, and the dogs stopped barking, we got the blessed message to “start our engines.” Yes, it was true joy to finally feel our tires rolling on the road. Moral of the story? Dear readers, pack a bag with essentials before you leave home. Bring extra water, snacks, reading material, flashlight, medicine and anything else to make yourself comfortable during a long, treacherous wait. And if you must bring a birthday cake, be sure to have a supply of plates and forks, because eating it with strangers on the road is a lot more fun than watching it melt all over the back seat! Safe travels. Judy Bluhm is a writer and a local Realtor. Have a comment or a story? Email her at judy@judybluhm.com.
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Michael Jones named Delta Dental of Arizona CEO BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Delta Dental of Arizona has appointed Michael Jones as president and chief executive officer, effective October 2021. He will also serve as the president of the charitable Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation, which provides funding, education and dental supplies to those in need across the state. As president and CEO, Jones will work closely with the board of directors and Delta Dental’s executive leadership team to create and leverage partnerships that strengthen the organization’s ability to meet current and evolving market demands while remaining true to its mission of improving lives by promoting optimal oral health. “Michael is a senior executive with more than 25 years of developing effective strategies; leveraging technology; and building engaged, high-performance teams,” said Dr. Richard Higgs, chair of the board of directors for Delta Dental of Arizona. “We are confident that his collaborative approach, coupled with his track record of working proactively to drive operational excellence and increase market share, will continue to help us innovate and position Delta Dental for further success.” Prior to joining Delta Dental, Jones served as managing director and Mid-
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MyKayla Skinner misses her hometown already BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI
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Gymnast MyKayla Skinner’s career highlights read like a champion. The 2020 Olympic vault silver medalist, the 2021 U.S. vault silver medalist and 2019 U.S. vault bronze medalist, among other accomplishments. But right now, the Gilbert resident is craving Gecko Grill — especially while stressed out from moving to Utah, where she and her husband attend college. “We’ve been unpacking this week,” said Skinner, a 2015 Higley High School graduate. “Since the Olympics, I haven’t had a second to come down. We’re getting all-new furniture. I’m missing Arizona and Gecko Grill already. I’m so sad I had to leave, but I’m so excited for this next chapter.” Part of her future is participating in
the Athleta Presents Gold Over America Tour with Skinner and fellow Arizonan Jade Carey, along with the likes of Jordan Chiles and Grace McCallum. The tour flips into Gila River Arena on Wednesday, Sept. 22. “I’m so excited,” Skinner said. “I was on tour last time in 2016 for the Kellogg’s tour. Being back in my hometown was the most exciting time. All my friends and family were there to watch us. I’m super stoked and ready for an amazing show.” Skinner first hit the gym when she was 12, following in the footsteps of her older sisters, Chelsea and Katie. Coached by Lisa MyKayla Skinner won the 2020 Olympic vault silver medal.
Retired gymnast MyKayla Skinner will participate in the Athleta Presents Gold Over America Tour. (Submitted photos)
Spini, the owner of Desert Lights Gymnastics in Chandler, Skinner missed a shot at the 2012 London Olympics. Subsequently, she was named an alternate to the 2016 Rio de Janeiro team. Through the ups and downs, her family and friends loved and supported her, she said. “I felt so blessed and grateful for the state of Arizona, and friends and family, who were cheering me on,” she said. “Obviously, winning a medal was the icing on the cake. It was coolest experience. With the prelims, making the Olympic team was a goal of mine. It was awesome to accomplish that. I had to take the individual spot, which was cool.” She was “upset and emotional” about this summer’s Olympic performance on the floor and vault. However, she told herself she couldn’t give up. “I wanted to finish on a good note,” she adds. “It was my last meet. I finished that last beam, and it was the
beam routine of my life. I went up there and proved myself. It showed a lot of people in the world — fans, little girls and gymnasts — that anything is possible. Whether I got a medal or not, chasing your dreams is worth it.” Winning the silver medal at the Olympics was something she will “cherish forever.” It almost didn’t happen, as she replaced Biles on the vault. “Having all those girls on the floor cheering me on was incredible,” Skinner said about the USA Olympic team. “That feeling was something I wish I could relive.” Skinner said it was disappointing that her family couldn’t attend. She understood, however, and made it work. She FaceTimed her family, especially her mother, with whom she is particularly close. “We’ve traveled tons of times, and my family hasn’t always traveled,” she explained. “For the Olympic games, they saved up all that money so they could go if I made it. It was an adjustment, but we girls bonded and came together and became close because of it. Obviously, I wouldn’t trade it for the world.”
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Arizona Broadway Theatre planning a safe, full season BY ANNIKA TOMLIN
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Arizona Broadway Theatre co-founder Kiel Klaphake is ready to welcome guests to the venue when it starts its 2021-22 season on Sunday, Sept. 19. “First thing that they should know about is that Arizona Broadway Theatre is still as awesome as it always was,” Klaphake said. “We are still committed to offering that same, best-quality shows and the best-quality service that they have come to love. “Obviously there are still some hassles that people are having to deal with and some concerns — legitimate concerns obviously — as COVID variants are still out there and people have certain feelings about vaccines and masks and so on and so forth. That sort of volatile political environment that we are in I can’t affect too much.” That being said, Klaphake said all workers are required to be vaccinated “within the limit of the law, obviously, with protected classes and such.” Staff in contact with attendees must wear masks, too. “When patrons are arriving and they are dealing with our box office or volunteers or the servers offering them food and beverage choices, they will all be masked and vaccinated to help protect patrons,” Klaphake said. “We are not mandating anything for our patrons. We are strongly recommending that people do the right thing to protect themselves in the form of vaccines and masks.” Klaphake said the mask and vaccine recommendation is only to the patrons’ “comfort level.” The venue is continually sanitized and wiped down, while air filters are cleaned daily. “Our staff is doing everything they can to help protect the customers when they arrive,” he said. The venue’s dining service is a staple and will continue this season. Hand
Arizona Broadway Theatre will begin its 2021-22 season with “Chicago,” which was halted at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. (Photos courtesy of Arizona Broadway Theatre)
sanitizers are in the lobby, and signage encourages patrons to wash their hands properly and to socially distance. “When people leave the night before, we obviously clear off all of the tables with all of the linens and silverware and glassware,” he said. “We then go through and sanitize the space and wipe down all hard surfaces before we bring in new linens and set the tables with the silverware and glassware. When people do arrive, it has been pretty carefully cleaned for their arrival.”
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ABT closed March 2020 and reopened for a limited production of “Spitfire Grill.” “I would probably say that the hardest part (of being closed) has been the emotional toll that it has had on both patrons and our staff,” Klaphake said. “From the staffing side, we had to boil down our staff to the absolute bare minimum of individuals to keep the building standing.” The staff worked to maintain communications with the public, too.
“I would probably say that that was the biggest stressor out of all of it just to try to keep everybody’s attitude where it needed to be,” he said about morale. During that year and a half it was closed, Klaphake and his staff tried to keep up with pandemic recommendations while planning the season. “I’m a planner, and I like to plan what the future is to be,” Klaphake said. “I would spend a lot of times saying, like, if we open in one month from now, three months from now, six months from now, a year from now, what does that look like if I were to look into my crystal ball and predict what the future will be? “To plan a theater season, it takes a long time. You don’t just snap your fingers and have a show on your stage.” Scheduling takes multiple calls with licensing houses to determine what shows are available and making sure that directors, designers and casts were prepared for the upcoming season. “I think when we started (the last season this January) we immediately had to look into what the next season was going to look like, and that season is starting with ‘Chicago,’” Klaphake said. “Nine months forward is a really short planning period, but that’s how much long it takes. It’s kind of like having a baby.”
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Klaphake said he’s excited to start the new season where they left off. “We closed down with the production of ‘Chicago,’” Klaphake said. “It had only done four performances on opening weekend. Closing down a production in its infancy was pretty heartbreaking for all of the people who had committed so much into getting it to the stage.” Klaphake said “Chicago” was the perfect show, too, for this season. SEE CHICAGO PAGE 27
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Co-founder Kiel Klaphake has waited since the opening of Arizona Broadway Theatre to stage “Chicago.” (Photo courtesy of Arizona Broadway Theatre)
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“I think it sends a really strong message internally to our company and externally toward our community that we have hopefully come — I hate to say this — closer to ‘full circle,’ in terms of returning to a level of ‘normalcy,’” Klaphake said hesitantly. “When we did close down, a lot of the messages we were receiving asked what we were going to do with ‘Chicago’ because that was the show that was happening (when we shut down). A lot of tickets were purchased for that show. So, to be able to make good on our promise to our community to be able to bring that show back was a really, really important thing.” With the shutdown, Klaphake said he needed to strengthen the bonds with the public. The return of “Chicago” shows ABT has successfully navigated the challenge. Entertainment is returning, and there is a “positive energy in our industry,” Klaphake said. He understands that the past year and a half have been stressful on everyone. “I think we all lost about 10 years from our life,” he said. Looking ahead, he knows, based on survey responses, that the community is eager to return to ABT. “I am hearing more from our community how much value they place
on coming to the theater,” Klaphake said. “When this all shut down, a lot of event organizers were speculating that there is going to be this really impressive pent-up demand once the lights turn back on. I’m not sure that that is really going to be happening that way.” He understands that, due to the Delta variant, not everyone is ready to return to live events. Still, there are others who will, he said. “I’m a firm believer that what we provide is not just discretionary but that it really has meaningful value to people,” Klaphake said. From a mental health perspective, Klaphake said he thinks patrons need theater “now more than ever.” “I’m sensing that the value and appreciation of the performing arts is increasing,” he said. “That’s great for us, because what we do is important.”
“Chicago” WHEN: Various times Sunday, Sept. 19, to Saturday, Oct. 30 WHERE: Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria COST: See website INFO: 623-776-8400, azbroadway.org
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Be sure you please mind the expectations gap Last week, we started a two-part series on what happens when we live our lives or base our success on the following equation: Expectations minus reality equals happiness. So, when the reality of someone’s life is more than they had expected, they’re happy. But when their reality turns out to be less than their expectations, they’re unhappy. We discovered most people have a sizable gap between where they expected to be in life compared to the reality of where they are currently. They’ve applied themselves, worked hard, but somehow didn’t quite achieve what they believed they would. When this happens, many people either give up or give in to “unmagnificent” obsessions to medicate the hurt, discouragement and frustration. Let me give you an example of what I am addressing. I have been a pastor since 1980 in the Phoenix area. For the last 20 years, I have been pastoring pastors all over the world. The most common issue I address in pastors is their expectations. When pastors start their ministry, they expected to have a church of thousands of people, a large building and speaking worldwide. But 25 years later, they are pastoring a church with 100 people, with no hope of ever achieving their expectations, and they are exhausted. So, where do you go from there? Hopefully, this two-part series will give a realistic perspective to those who never quite reach fulfilling their dreams, goals and desires. So, let’s discover a new and much more accu-
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rate view about success and life. Let’s learn to, as they say in England, “mind the gap.” If this concept applies to you, please consider the following truths that have the power to unhandcuff you, freeing you up to enjoy and be content with life. First, leave the definition of real success to God. Don’t allow our shamebased, performance-driven society determine the meaning of success that you are basing your happiness on. God’s definition of success is to be a person of peace with yourself, your family and others, whether in business, community or church. Here’s some ancient wisdom about peace and contentment. “But godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment. For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it either.” You see, peace brings release. We aren’t running a race against others, competing for trivial pursuits and unrealistic dreams. We are running an endurance race against ourselves. At the finish line is the trophy of contentment. Peace with yourself and with God leads to peace with others. Finish strong, not wrong. Third, find a shared vision with God and yourself. Don’t be afraid to believe
or dream again. It’s OK to have big, hairy audacious goals, but don’t let those goals define you. Give it your all but remember, “Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it.” Don’t confuse who you are with what you do or have done. Goals give direction, dreams give motivation, but if you don’t reach where you expected to be, that’s OK. Some fulfill their expectations. Some don’t. It’s OK not to be OK if you tried. Learn to integrate success with failure. If you back up and take a second look, there are other areas in which you could be successful. Don’t let the world (shame, name, fame or blame) squeeze you into its mold. You are God’s workmanship, and God “don’t” make no junk. Don’t put a question mark where God put a period. Our perspective about happiness and success needs upgrading. Think of life this way: “I was wrong in my definition of happiness; I’ve tried my hardest, I’ve lived my life faithfully, and it didn’t turn out. I’m not going to spend the rest of my life using precious energy asking why or beating myself up or others up because I didn’t reach my expectations. I’m not going to listen to the never-ending audio loop of “woul-
da,” “shoulda,” “coulda.” Maybe expectations should come from God’s voice, not ours or our culture’s voice. Fourth, get back into the game of life. It’s one thing to be wounded or lost on the battlefield. It’s another to be captured by the enemy or surrendered to the enemy. Realize God’s hall of fame was built by faithfulness rather than high attendance, sales figures or stereotypes. David was a man of small stature. Noah preached for 120 years and only had seven converts. But they both had peace. Many times, successful people in the world’s eyes paid for it in areas that we don’t see and ended up with no peace or contentment. That’s their reality gap — these successful idols would give anything to have the contentment you can have. Remember that God does His work and allows us to participate. Life is not our show; it’s God’s show. Peace with contentment is a deliberate adjustment of our lives to the will of God. All you want to hear when you finish your race is right out of the Bible. “Well done, good and faithful servant, you were faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.”
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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: FIRST RESPONDER POOL CARE LLC II The address of the registered office is: 11371 S Hopi St, GOODYEAR, AZ 85338, USA The name of the Statutory Agent is: Vernon Strange III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MEMBER Vernon Strange, 11371 S Hopi St, GOODYEAR, AZ 85338, USA Published Glendale Star, Aug 26, Sept 2, 9, 2021 / 40790
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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: Hamilton Auto and Diesel LLC II The address of the registered office is: 316 5th Ave West, Buckeye, AZ 85326 The name of the Statutory Agent is: ANGELICA FILICICCHIA III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MEMBERS MATTHEW JAMES FILICICCHIA 316 5th Ave. West, BUCKEYE, AZ, 85326, Maricopa County, USA Published Glendale Star August 26, September 2 & 9, 2021 / 40735
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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: BB SPA & SKIN LASER LLC II The address of the registered office is: 19679 W Montecito av, LITCHFIELD PARK, AZ 85340. The name of the Statutory Agent is: BELKYS ISMELDA CHACIN III Management of the Limited Liability Company is vested in a manager or managers. The names of each person who is a manager and each member who owns a twenty percent or greater interest in the capital or profits of the limited liability company are: MANAGER BELKYS ISMELDA CHACIN, 19679 W Montecito av, LITCHFIELD PARK, AZ 85340 Published Glendale Star, Aug 26, Sept 2, 9, 2021 / 40701
NOTICE OF BID NOTICE OF INTENT TO RECEIVE BIDS The Arizona Board of Regents, for and on behalf of Northern Arizona University, is soliciting sealed Proposals from qualified firms or individuals for the purpose of selecting a firm or individual interested in providing a Gift Card Incentive Program Reference P22JS001 for Northern Arizona University, Arizona State University and University of Arizona, the Universities. Offers shall be delivered no later than 2:00 P.M., Arizona Time, September 23, 2021 to the office of the Vice President of Procurement on the campus of Northern Arizona University, 545 E. Pine Knoll Drive, Building 98B, PO Box 4124, Flagstaff, Arizona, 86011, (928) 523-4557. To request a Proposal by E-mail contact Northern Arizona University Purchasing Services at the above phone number or by emailing NAU-Purchasing@nau.edu. To download a copy from the Internet access https://nau.edu/Contracting-Purchasing-Services/Purchasing/NAU-BidBoard/ The Arizona Board of Regents reserves the right to reject any or all Offers, to waive or declare to waive irregularities in any Offer, or to withhold the award for any reason it shall determine and also reserves the right to hold any or all Offers for a period of ninety (90) days after the date of the opening thereof. No Offeror shall withdraw their Offer during this ninety (90) day period. Published: Glendale Star, Sept. 2, 2021 / 41115
Services at the above phone number or by emailing NAU-Purchasing@nau.edu. To download a copy from the Internet access https://nau.edu/Contracting-Purchasing-Services/Purchasing/NAU-BidBoard/ The Arizona Board of Regents reserves the right to reject any or all Offers, to waive or declare to waive irregularities in any Offer, or to withhold the award for any reason it shall determine and also reserves the right to hold any or all Offers for a period of ninety (90) days after the date of the opening thereof. No Offeror shall withdraw their Offer during this ninety (90) day period. Published: Glendale Star, Sept. 2, 2021 / 41115
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO RECEIVE BIDS The Arizona Board of Regents, for and on behalf of Northern Arizona University, is soliciting sealed Proposals from qualified firms or individuals for the purpose of selecting a firm or individual interested in providing Ticketing System Solution Reference P22KJ001 for Northern Arizona University. Offers shall be delivered no later than 3:00 P.M., Arizona Time, September 16th, 2021 to the office of the Vice President of Procurement on the campus of Northern Arizona University, 545 E. Pine Knoll Drive, Building 98B, PO Box 4124, Flagstaff, Arizona, 86011, (928) 523- 4557. To request a Proposal by E-mail contact Northern Arizona University Purchasing Services at the above phone number or by emailing NAU-Purchasing@nau.edu. To download a copy from the Internet access https://in.nau.edu/contractingpurchasing-services/nau-bid-board/ . The Arizona Board of Regents reserves the right to reject any or all Offers, to waive or declare to waive irregularities in any Offer, or to withhold the award for any reason it shall determine and also reserves the right to hold any or all Offers for a period of ninety (90) days after the date of the opening thereof. No Offeror shall withdraw their Offer during this ninety (90) day period.. Published: Glendale Star, Sept. 2, 2021 / 41130
NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA MARICOPA COUNTY In the Matter of Estate of: David Navarro, adult. Case Number PB NOTICE OF CREDITORS OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND/OR INFORMAL PROBATE OF A WILL NOTICE IS GIVEN THAT: 1. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Vincent Navarro has been appointed Personal Representative of this Estate 7/9/21 Address: 27204 N. 83rd Gln, Peoria AZ 85383. 2. DEADLINE TO MAKE CLAIMS. All persons having claims against the Estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. 3. NOTICE OF CLAIMS: Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to the Personal Representative at (address) 27204 N. 83rd Gln, Peoria AZ 85383. 4. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. A copy of the Notice of Appointment is attached to the copies of this document mailed to all known creditors. DATED: 8/2/21 /s/ Vincent Navarro Vincent Navarro Published: Glendale Star, Aug. 19, 26, Sept 2, 2021 / 40596 NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of DAVID JESSE GARCIA, Deceased NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed as the Personal Representative of this estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to undersigned Personal Representative at 21012 Shadow Rock Lane, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679. DATED this 23rd day of AUGUST, 2021 /s/ ANTHONY A. GARCIA PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Published: Glendale Star, Sept. 2, 9, 16, 2021 / 40911 NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of CRAIG C. SHAW, Deceased NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed as the Personal Representative of this estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of CRAIG C. SHAW, Deceased NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed as the Personal Representative of this estate. All persons having claims against the estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented by delivering or mailing a written statement of the claim to undersigned Personal Representative at 5129 West Mescal Street, Glendale, AZ 85304. DATED this 23rd day of August, 2021 /s/ BRENT F. SHAW, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Published: Glendale Star, Sept. 2, 9, 16, 2021 / 40910
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NOTICE OF HEARING Case No. PB 2021-002101 NOTICE OF HEARING REGARDING PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF PERMANENT GUARDIANSHIP OF AN ADULT IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY. In the Matter of EMMANUEL COONRADT. 1. Notice is given that Anne Marie Coonradt has filed a Petition for Appointment Of Permanent Guardian and/or Conservator. 2. COURT HEARING. A hearing has been scheduled to consider the Petition on August 3, 2021 at 9:15 a.m. This matter will be heard electronically. To access the meeting the parties shall log into: tinyurl.com/jbazmc-pcc02 or 1-917-7814590 Access Code: 454-344-082# . COMMISSIONER PALMER PRESIDING. Published: Glendale Star, Aug 19, 26, Sept 2, 2021 / 40648 NOTICE OF HEARING REGARDING APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No: CV2021 - 012449 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY In the Matter of: Angela Marie Kpogo Name of person(s) requesting name change READ THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY. An important court proceeding that affects your rights has been scheduled. If you do not understand this Notice or the other court papers, contact an attorney for legal advice. 1. NOTICE: An application for Change of Name has been filed with the Court by the person(s) named above. A hearing has been scheduled where the Court will consider whether to grant or deny the requested change. If you wish to be heard on this issue, you must appear at the hearing, at the date and time indicated below. 2. COURT HEARING. A court hearing has been scheduled to consider the Application as follows: DATE: September 30, 2021 TIME: 10:00 AM BEFORE: Commissioner May Cronin DATED: August 12, 2021 /s/ Angela Marie Kpogo Applicant's Signature Published: Glendale Star, Aug. 26, Sept 2, 9, 16, 2021 / 40759 NOTICE OF INITIAL HEARING ON PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENT-CHILD RELATIONSHIP CASE NO.: JS20768 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF MARICOPA IN THE MATTER OF: REBEKAH COLEMAN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE PETITIONER Jessica Darby has filed a Petition for Termination of Parent-Child Relationship with the Juvenile Court in Maricopa County regarding the above named child(ren). AN INITIAL HEARING HAS BEEN SET TO CONSIDER THE PETITION: DATE: 9/14/21 TIME: 9AM BEFORE: Commissionr Abramson At the Maricopa County Juvenile Court located at: REMOTE NOTICE: You have a right to appear as a party in this proceeding. The failure of a parent to appear at the Initial Hearing, the Pretrial Conference, the Status Conference or the Termination Adjudication Hearing may result in an adjudication terminating the parent-child relationship of that parent. Failure to appear at the Initial Hearing, Pretrial Conference, Status Conference or Termination Adjudication Hearing, without good cause, may result in a finding that the parent, guardian or Indian custodian has waived legal rights and is deemed to have admitted the allegations in the Petition. The hearings may go forward in the absence of the parent, guardian or Indian custodian and may result in the termination of parental rights based upon the record and evidence presented. Published: Gl-
Hearing may result in an adjudication terminating the parent-child relationship of that parent. Failure to appear at the Initial Hearing, Pretrial Conference, Status CLASSIFIEDS Conference or Termination Adjudication Hearing, without good cause, may result in a finding that the parent, guardian or Indian custodian has waived legal rights and is deemed to have admitted the allegations in the Petition. The hearings may go forward in the absence of the parent, guardian or Indian custodian and may result in the termination of parental rights based upon the record and evidence presented. Published: Glendale Star, Aug 12, 19, 26, Sept 2, 2021 / 40555
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SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY CASE NUMBER: CV2021-051265 In the Matter of Sophia Nicole Carter-Maltese APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME FOR A MINOR CHILD 1. Information about me, the applicant Name: Andrea Michelle Maltese, 4412 W Paradise Dr, Glendale AZ 85304 Date of Birth: Sept. 19, 1992 Place of Birth: Phoenix, AZ USA 2. Information about the minor for whom this name change is requested: Name as it appears on the Birth Certificate: Sophia Nicole Carter-Maltese Relation to Applicant: Daughter County of Residence: Maricopa Date of Birth: November 22, 2013 Place of Birth: Phoenix, AZ USA New Name Requested: Sophia Nicole Maltese 3. I ask that the birth records be changed to reflect the new name listed above. 4. I request that the name be changed for the following reasons: Applicant, Andrea Maltese (Mother), of the minor child for whom she is requesting to remove Carter and only use Maltese. Applicant requests, in part, to the Father not being present in the minor child's life, and, Mother and child would share the same family last name. Additional Statements I understand that this name change does not establish paternity and will not cause a father’s name to be added to a birth certificate. This application is made solely for the best interest of the minor child named above. It will not release the person from any obligations incurred or harm any rights of property or action in any original name. Under oath or by Affirmation I swear or affirm under penalty of perjury that the contents of this document are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Dated: 4/14/21 /s/ Andrea Michelle Maltese Andrea Michelle Maltese STATE OF Arizona, COUNTY OF Maricopa. Subscribed and sworn to or affirmed before me this April 14, 2021 by Andrea Michelle Maltese /s/ Marisela Tineo Notary Public. ------------ MINUTE ENTRY 7/30/2021 Courtroom 105 - NER 2:29 p.m. This is the time set for virtual Hearing on Application for Change of Name for a Minor Child. Applicant, Andrea Michelle Maltese, is present on her own behalf. All parties appear virtually through Court Connect. A record of the proceedings is made digitally in lieu of a court reporter. Andrea Michelle Maltese is sworn and testifies. Discussion is held regarding the minor child’s father and service by publication. Based upon the information presented and for the reasons stated on the record, IT IS ORDERED granting Applicant leave for service by publication. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED directing Applicant to contact the Division at 602-372- 3131 to reschedule the hearing. 2:34 p.m. Matter concludes. LATER: IT IS ORDERED continuing the virtual Name Change Hearing to October 15, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. before: Commissioner Gary L. Popham, Jr. Northeast Regional Court, Courtroom 105, 18380 N. 40th Street, Phoenix AZ 85032 Judicial Assistant: Lisa Cooper NEC02@JBAZMC.Maricopa.gov Phone: 602-372-3131 Your hearing will be held by video on the Microsoft Teams Platform. Link: tinyurl.com/jbazmc-nec02 Please email division at the above address for further instructions with regards to the required documents needed for the hearing. NOTE: All court proceedings are recorded digitally and not by a court reporter. Pursuant to Local Rule 2.22, if a party desires a court reporter for any proceeding in which a court reporter is not mandated by Arizona Supreme Court Rule 30, the party must submit a written request to the assigned judicial officer at least ten (10) judicial days in advance of the hearing, and must pay the authorized fee to the Clerk of the Court at least two (2) judicial days before the proceeding. The fee is $140 for a half-day and $280 for a full day. Published Glendale Star Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021 / 40884
Pursuant to Local Rule 2.22, if a party desires a court reporter for any proceeding in which a court reporter is not mandated by Arizona Supreme Court Rule 30, the party must submit a written request to the assigned judicial officer at least ten (10) judicial days in advance of the hearing, and must pay the authorized fee to the Clerk of the Court at least two (2) judicial days before the proceeding. The fee is $140 for a half-day and $280 for a full day. Published Glendale Star Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2021 / 40884
NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE OF SALE
CITY OF GLENDALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Glendale auctions surplus City property on a biweekly basis at Sierra Auctions. For further information, visit the Sierra Auction website www.sierraauction.com Publish: Sept. 2, 2021 The Glendale Star / 41004
ORDINANCES ORDINANCE NO. O21-55 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE EXEC U TION OF C ON VEYA N C ES OF EASEMENTS, WARRANTY DEEDS AND MAPS OF DEDICATION AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE CITY AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO RECORD A CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE. WHEREAS, infrastructure is being constructed at various locations throughout the City in conjunction with private development and capital improvement projects; and WHEREAS, these construction projects may require new or extended infrastructure, such as public roadways, water lines, sewer lines, sidewalks and other public utilities; and WHEREAS, where these improvements are located on private property, the owners have agreed to dedicate or convey ownership, possessory interests and/or access to the City so that the City can maintain, operate, repair, replace and remove, if necessary, the associated roadway and/or infrastructure. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE as follows: SECTION 1. That the real property interests and/or public dedication(s) being authorized and accepted are summarized in attached Exhibit 1, Deeds and Easement Table. SECTION 2. That the City Council hereby authorizes and instructs the City Manager to execute the maps of dedication, easements and deeds attached hereto as Attachments 1 through 7 granting the interest in or dedication of the properties therein legally described. SECTION 3. That the City Clerk is instructed and authorized to forward a certified copy of this ordinance for recording to the Maricopa County Recorder’s Office. SECTION 4. That the provisions of this ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after passage of this ordinance by the Glendale City Council. (Signatures on the following page) PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, this 24th day of August, 2021. [Jerry P. Weiers] Mayor Jerry P. Weiers ATTEST: [Julie K. Bower] Julie K. Bower, City Clerk (SEAL) APPROVED AS TO FORM: [Michael D. Bailey] Michael D. Bailey, City Attorney REVIEWED BY: [Kevin R. Phelps] Kevin R. Phelps, City Manager Exhibits are on file with the City Clerk Department of the City of Glendale. They can be found as part of the agendas as well as in a searchable format on the City Clerk webpage at http://www.glendaleaz.com/Clerk/index. The City Clerk Department can be reached at 623-9302252 or at Cityclerk@glendaleaz.com. Publish: Sept. 2, 2021 The Glendale Star / 41006 ORDINANCE NO. O21-54 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING GLENDALE CITY CODE CHAPTER 25 (NUISANCES), ARTICLE II (SPECIFIC ACTS, OMISSIONS AND CONDITIONS), SECTION 25-22 (VEHICLES) BY REMOVING THE SECTION IN ITS ENTIRETY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE as follows: SECTION 1. That Glendale City Code Chapter 25 (Nuisances), Article II (Specific Acts, Omissions and Conditions), Section 25-22 (Vehicles) is
ORDINANCE NO. O21-54 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING GLENDALE CITY CODE CHAPTER 25 (NUISANCES), ARTICLE II (SPECIFIC ACTS, OMISSIONS AND CONDITIONS), SECTION 25-22 (VEHICLES) BY REMOVING THE SECTION IN ITS ENTIRETY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE as follows: SECTION 1. That Glendale City Code Chapter 25 (Nuisances), Article II (Specific Acts, Omissions and Conditions), Section 25-22 (Vehicles) is hereby amended by removing the section entirely as follows: Chapter 25-Nuisances Sec. 25-22. Vehicles. (a) No person shall park or permit to be parked any vehicle for the purpose of sale upon any public street or private property including vacant property except where the sale of a vehicle is customary and incidental to the principal use of the property and in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Glendale, Arizona, except as follows: (1) The display of one (1) vehicle for sale is permitted at a residence when the vehicle is titled to the owner or occupant of the property, is parked on an improved parking surface on the property and is not being sold in connection with an automobile sales business. (2) No more than three (3) vehicles may be displayed for sale at the same residence within a calendar year and only one (1) vehicle shall be displayed for sale at one (1) time. (b) No person shall park or permit to be parked any vehicle, including but not limited to semi-tractors, semi-tractor trailers, or limousines on any property or vacant property except where the parking of such vehicles is customary and incidental to the principal use of the property and in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Glendale, Arizona. (c) Vehicle covers placed on any vehicle that is visible from any public street or sidewalk must be properly maintained and made exclusively for covering vehicles. A proper cover does not include bed linen, paper, cardboard , plastic sheeting, tarps or any other item or material not manufactured specifically as a vehicle cover. The use of a vehicle cover on any abandoned or inoperable vehicle as defined in this subsection is limited to a vehicle that is stored in a carport. (d) The unsheltered storage of any abandoned or inoperable vehicle, including any vehicle being repaired or restored, that is visible from any public street or sidewalk is prohibited except where the storage, repair or restoration is customary and incidental to the principal use of the property and in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Glendale, Arizona. (e) An abandoned or inoperable vehicle, including any vehicle being repaired or restored, may be stored in a carport if the vehicle is covered with a properly maintained vehicle cover made exclusively for covering vehicles as described in this section. (f) Within any residentially zoned district, any vehicle undergoing repair must be titled to the owner or occupant of the property. No more than three (3) vehicles shall be repaired during any calendar year. Vehicle repair work shall be performed on no more than one (1) vehicle at one (1) time. (g) Within any residentially zoned district, no person shall park or store any vehicle such as but not limited to watercraft, camper shell, truck camper, or utility trailer in any portion of the side yard unless screened from the street or the surface area is improved with gravel, concrete, asphalt or paving bricks. (h) No person shall leave, place or park any abandoned vehicle or inoperable vehicle upon any public street, alleyway, parking lot or other city property. (i)Within any residentially zoned district, no person shall park or permit to be parked any vehicle within a front yard area except in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Glendale, Arizona. (j) A violation of any paragraph in this section shall constitute a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00). Sec. 25-22-Reserved. SECTION 2. That the provisions of this ordinance shall become effective immediately after the passage of this ordinance by Glendale City Council. (Signatures on the following page) PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Glendale , Maricopa County, Arizona, this 24th day of August, 2021. [Jerry P. Weiers] Mayor Jerry P. Weiers ATTEST: [Julie K. Bower] Julie K. Bower, City Clerk (SEAL) APPROVED AS TO FORM: [Michael D. Bailey] Michael D. Bailey, City Attorney REVIEWED BY: [Kevin R. Phelps] Kev-
a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00). Sec. 25-22-Reserved. SECTION 2. That the provisions of this ordinance shall become effective immediately after the passage of this ordinance by Glendale City Council. (Signatures on the following page) PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, this 24th day of August, 2021. [Jerry P. Weiers] Mayor Jerry P. Weiers ATTEST: [Julie K. Bower] Julie K. Bower, City Clerk (SEAL) APPROVED AS TO FORM: [Michael D. Bailey] Michael D. Bailey, City Attorney REVIEWED BY: [Kevin R. Phelps] Kevin R. Phelps, City Manager Publish: Sept. 2, 2021 The Glendale Star / 4100x
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ORDINANCE NO. O21-56 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AMENDING THE GLENDALE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 24 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), ARTICLE IV (SPECIFIC PARKING PROHIBITIONS) SECTION 24-68 (J) (PARKING ON RESIDENTIAL LOTS), SETTING FORTH AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE as follows: SECTION 1. That Glendale City Code Chapter 24 (Motor Vehicles), Article IV (Specific Parking Prohibitions), Section 24-68 (j) (Parking on Residential Lots) is amended by adding the following language and shall read as follows: CITY CODE CHAPTER 24 ARTICLE IV.-SPECIFIC PARKING PROHIBITIONS. Sec. 24-68.-Parking on Residential Lots. (j) Enforcement Notwithstanding Section 24-69, [a] violation of any paragraph in this section shall constitute a misdemeanor violation, punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00), unless the offense is otherwise designated a civil violation. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, this 24th day of August, 2021. [Jerry P. Weiers] Mayor Jerry P. Weiers ATTEST: [Julie K. Bower] Julie K. Bower, City Clerk (SEAL) APPROVED AS TO FORM: [Michael D. Bailey] Michael D. Bailey, City Attorney REVIEWED BY: [Kevin R. Phelps] Kevin R. Phelps, City Manager Publish: Sept. 2, 2021 The Glendale Star / 41007
RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. R21-81 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING THE ENTERING INTO OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE ARIZONA AUTOMOBILE THEFT AUTHORITY, AND AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXPENDITURE OF A FY 2021 LAW ENFORCEMENT GRANT IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $10,979.99, ON BEHALF OF THE GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE as follows: SECTION 1. That the City Council authorizes the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Arizona Automobile Theft Authority and accept the FY 2021 Law Enforcement Grant in the approximate amount of $10,979.99, on behalf of the Glendale Police Department, for the Auto Theft Prevention Program. The agreement is now on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Glendale. SECTION 2. That the City Council authorizes expenditure of the grant award by the Glendale Police Department to support costs involved with the Auto Theft Prevention Program. SECTION 3. That the City Manager or designee and the City Clerk is authorized and directed to execute any and all documents necessary for the acceptance and expenditure of this grant on behalf of the City of Glendale. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, this 24th day of August, 2021. [Jerry P. Weiers] Mayor Jerry P. Weiers ATTEST: [Julie K. Bower] Julie K. Bower, City Clerk (SEAL) APPROVED AS TO FORM: [Michael D. Bailey] Michael D. Bailey, City Attorney REVIEWED BY: [Kevin R. Phelps] Kevin R. Phelps, City Manager Publish: Sept. 2, 2021 The Glendale Star / 41009
Phoenix, Scottsdale, Town of Gilbert, Roosevelt Conservation District, Buckeye Water Conservation and Drainage District, Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community, Roosevelt Irrigation District and Freeport Minerals Corporation to share costs associated with seeking to obtain approval of the Flood Control Space of the Modified Roosevelt Dam under a temporary deviation to the water control plan from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation. The City of Glendale’s portion is in an amount not to exceed $61,347. SECTION 2. That the City Manager or designee and the City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all documents necessary to effectuate said Agreement on behalf of the City of Glendale. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, this 24th day of August, 2021. [Jerry P. Weiers] Mayor Jerry P. Weiers ATTEST: [Julie K. Bower] Julie K. Bower, City Clerk (SEAL) APPROVED AS TO FORM: [Michael D. Bailey] Michael D. Bailey, City Attorney REVIEWED BY: [Kevin R. Phelps] Kevin R. Phelps, City Manager Publish: Sept. 2, 2021 The Glendale Star / 41011
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RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. R21-82 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ENTERING INTO OF AN EQUITABLE SHARING AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FOR CONTINUED PARTICIPATION IN THE FEDERAL EQUITABLE SHARING PROGRAM ON BEHALF OF THE GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE as follows: SECTION 1. That it is deemed in the best interest of the City of Glendale and the citizens thereof that an Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification with the United States Department of Justice for continued participation in the federal Equitable Sharing Program on behalf of the Glendale Police Department be entered into, which agreement is now on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Glendale. SECTION 2. That the City Manager or designee and the City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute said agreement and certification on behalf of the City of Glendale. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, this 24th day of August, 2021. [Jerry P. Weiers] Mayor Jerry P. Weiers ATTEST: [Julie K. Bower] Julie K. Bower, City Clerk (SEAL) APPROVED AS TO FORM: [Michael D. Bailey] Michael D. Bailey, City Attorney REVIEWED BY: [Kevin R. Phelps] Kevin R. Phelps, City Manager Publish: Sept. 2, 2021 The Glendale Star / 41010 RESOLUTION NO. R21-83 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ENTERING INTO OF AN AGREEMENT TO SHARE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH SEEKING TO OBTAIN APPROVAL FOR OPERATION OF THE FLOOD CONTROL SPACE IN THE MODIFIED ROOSEVELT DAM UNDER A TEMPORARY DEVIATION TO THE WATER CONTROL PLAN AMONG VARIOUS PARTICIPATING ENTITIES AND SALT RIVER PROJECT AGRIC U L TU R AL IM PROVEMEN T AN D POWER DISTRICT (SRP) IN AN AMOUNT NOT EXCEED $61,347. WHEREAS, SRP has an agreement with the City of Glendale to transport and deliver its allocation of waters of the Salt and Verde Rivers; and WHEREAS, the Roosevelt Dam creates Roosevelt Lake, the largest Reservoir of the SRP system; and WHEREAS, the Flood Control Space of the Roosevelt Lake is controlled by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; and WHEREAS, the City seeks to enter into an agreement to seek and obtain permission to allow SRP to operate under a Temporary Deviation of the Water Control Plan for the first five (5) feet of the Flood Control Space of the Dam, increase the period to evacuate water from 20 to 120 days, and obtain up to 5,500 acre feet of water that fills this space during periods of high precipitation once a year for a maximum of three (3) out of a five (5) year period; and WHEREAS, the City will share costs associated with obtaining approval of the Temporary Deviation of the Water Control Plan in an amount not to exceed $61,347. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE as follows: SECTION 1. That it is deemed in the best interest of the City of Glendale and the citizens thereof for the City of Glendale to enter into the Agreement with SRP and Arizona cities of Avondale, Chandler, Mesa, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Town of Gilbert, Roosevelt Conservation District, Buckeye Water Conservation and Drainage District, Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community, Roosevelt Irrigation District and Freeport Minerals Corporation to share costs associated with seeking to obtain approval of the Flood Control Space of the Modified Roosevelt Dam under a temporary deviation to the water control plan from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation. The City of Glendale’s portion is in an amount not to exceed $61,347. SECTION 2. That the City Manager or designee and the City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. R21-84 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ENTERING INTO OF A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH COLD SUMMIT PHOENIX 1 JOINT VENTURE LLC IN THE WEST GLENDALE SERVICE AREA FOR STREET INLIEU FEES AND STREET INFRASTRUCTURE. WHEREAS, Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) § 9-463.05 provides a framework for cities to assess, collect and administer development impact fees; and WHEREAS, as required by law, the City retained the services of an outside consultant to complete an update of the City’s development impact fees for compliance with the requirements of A.R.S. § 9-463.05; and WHEREAS, the report prepared by the outside firm of TischlerBise entitled Land Use Assumptions, Infrastructure Improvements Plan and Development Fee Report, September 2019, did not calculate a streets-related development impact fee for what the study called the West Glendale Service Area due to the unknown nature of development and the associated street infrastructure; and WHEREAS, the report recommends the City may want to enter into development agreements with developers to collect payments to help cover the costs of street infrastructure improvements on a case-by-case basis; and WHEREAS, the City has determined that due to the extensive growth and rapid rate of development applications in the West Glendale Service Area, it is necessary and appropriate to collect an in-lieu fee, formally called the Streets In-Lieu Fee (“SILF”) to ensure this new growth pays its proportionate share of street infrastructure improvements; and WHEREAS, for efficiency and consistency purposes, the City has developed a template entitled Development Agreement – Streets InLieu Fee: Industrial, West Glendale Service Area to be executed between the City and Cold Summit Phoenix 1 Joint Venture LLC for industrial projects in the West Glendale Service Area. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE as follows: SECTION 1. That it is deemed in the best interest of the City of Glendale and its citizens that the City of Glendale use the development agreement template entitled Development Agreement - Streets In-Lieu Fee: Industrial, West Glendale Service Area to enter into development agreements with developers of industrial projects in the West Glendale Area. Such agreements will be on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Glendale. SECTION 2. That the City Manager and City Clerk are authorized and directed to execute and deliver such agreement on behalf of the City of Glendale. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, this 24th day of August, 2021. [Jerry P. Weiers] Mayor Jerry P. Weiers ATTEST: [Julie K. Bower] Julie K. Bower, City Clerk (SEAL) APPROVED AS TO FORM: [Michael D. Bailey] Michael D. Bailey, City Attorney REVIEWED BY: [Kevin R. Phelps] Kevin R. Phelps, City Manager Publish: Sept. 2, 2021 The Glendale Star / 41012
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THANK YOU TO THE KIWANIS CLUB OF GLENDALE Volunteers helped GESD students shop for new school clothes and shoes at the annual Kiwanis Back-to-School Shopping Spree.
More than 70 volunteers from the Kiwanis Club of Glendale, Apollo High School Key Club, Glendale Elementary School District, and other community volunteer groups assisted 73 students to Kohl's at 51st Avenue and Bell. Each student received a $100 gift card to shop for school clothes. ith the ama+ing discounts, every child received close to $135 in apparel. Students also received backpacks with school supplies.
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