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Glendale interim police chief put to the test BY TOM SCANLON

Glendale Star Associate Editor

It didn’t take long before Glendale Interim Police Chief Chris Briggs was tested with three high-profile cases. At the end of July, Rick St. John retired as chief of the Glendale Police Department. City Manager Kevin Phelps named Briggs, a 27-year veteran of the Glendale Police, as the interim chief. Two-and-a-half months into the job, during the weekend of Oct. 11 to Oct. 13, Briggs was put to the fire. First, on the morning of Friday, Oct. 11, an unwanted guest shot and killed Michael Lee outside Lee’s Glendale home. Two nights later, outside a raucous party police called “illegal,” a Glendale officer

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fatally shot Levy Isaac Madueno Santibanez, 17. Although violence continues to increase as Glendale grows, the Lee homicide is still unusual. “I would never say homicide is ‘a day-to-day thing’ in Glendale,” Briggs said in an interview last Wednesday. “But we have a great staff and great investigators. They know how to handle these things.” Within four days of Lee’s death, Glendale officers arrested Michael William Ingram. He was charged with killing Lee. In an unrelated case, a man driving by the area of Northern and 68th avenues called 911 at 2:44 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13. He reported hearing multiple gunshots. Police say Santibanez fired a handgun at

an officer first, before officers returned fire killing Santibanez. Cases like these get the chief’s immediate attention. “I was called at 3:45 in the morning,” Briggs said. He was asked what his role is, in this situation. “My job is to make sure we have all the resources to respond … ensure policies and procedures are followed, make sure our officers and staff are taken care of,” Briggs said. “It’s a balance of facilitating anything the community or groups need and making sure all our employees are taken care of.” Briggs would not comment on specifics about the case, as an investigation into the SEE CHIEF PAGE 4

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Although some complain governments take too long to act, Glendale’s mayor and city council moved swiftly to prepare a ballot measure with pay raises — for themselves. A majority of “yes” votes Nov. 5 would raise the salary of councilmembers by 55%, from $34,000 to $52,685. The mayor’s salary would increase by 43%, from $48,000 to $68,490. In Goodyear, where he makes $9,400 per year as a councilman, Brannon Hampton was surprised by his Glendale counterparts’ salary. “I didn’t know Glendale was that high,” HampSEE RAISES PAGE 2

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ton said. Last November, Goodyear councilmembers voted 5-1 to raise the mayor’s salary from $23,000 to $30,000 and councilmember salaries to $12,000 (Hampton is still at the prior salary level, due to timing of the raises.) Goodyear’s population of 82,835 is smaller than Glendale’s 250,702 (U.S. Census figures). In Chandler, which has a population of 257,165, the mayor’s salary is $55,916 and council salary is $32,743. Glendale’s neighbor Peoria has a populaion of 172,259. Peoria’s mayor is paid $34,549 annually and council salary is $23,033. In Glendale, voters decide if the mayor and council receive a raise. That would change if the salary increase is approved Nov. 5, as the measure also contains language eliminating voter control: “Effective January 1, 2020, the annual salary for councilmembers will be one percent (1%) less than the median annual salary of city of Glendale employees. The mayor’s salary will be thirty percent (30%) greater than the council members’ annual salary.” In Goodyear, voters do not directly control council salaries. Even so,

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Voters will decide whether to give Mayor Jerry Weiers, middle, a 43% pay increase and 55% pay increases to, from left, councilmembers Ian Hugh, Ray Malnar, Joyce Clark, Lauren Tolmachoff, Jamie Aldama and Bart Turner. (Photo courtesy of city of Glendale)

Hampton said council sought community input before changing salaries. “We had a citizens’ group look at council salaries across the (Valley),” Hampton said. “They thought we should have this amount.” Goodyear’s City Council Ad Hoc Compensation Committee met several times over two-plus months before delivering its recommendation at a city council meeting. A similar process was followed in Glendale, though the salaries are quite higher. And the process was much faster. Within three weeks of the Council Compensation Commission’s formation, council sent the proposed 43% to 55% pay increases to the Maricopa County Elections Department. In her blog, councilwoman Joyce Clark stands her ground in the face of criticism on her own website (joyceclarkunfiltered.com) and beyond: “I believe I have earned a raise and I make no apology for stating such,” Clark wrote in an Oct. 16 entry (titled “Is it time?”). She said the idea was first discussed at a council workshop in May. “Councilmember Ray Malnar introduced a council item of special interest (CIOSI) requesting that council and staff take up the issue of city council pay raises stating that it had been 13 years since the last increase. The mayor and I supported Councilmember Malnar’s request,” Clark wrote. In a phone interview last Friday, Clark said all of the meetings regarding city compensation were done in public. “There was no nefarious plot,” Clark said. “There was no cabal on council that said, ‘Oh, let’s do this and get a raise.’ “I think people recognize this and

generally they think a pay raise is deserved.” Some around Glendale are wondering about a “Best of the West” political action committed (PAC) that mailed fliers to Glendale voters, urging them to approve the council-mayor salary increase. Clark mentioned this in her blog: “A PAC called Best of the West was formed by some of the members of the Citizen Compensation Committee. I haven’t talked to them but I assume they felt passionately enough about the issue to advocate for council raises … “Nothing they have done is illegal. It is not illegal to form a PAC on a ballot issue or to solicit contributions for a mailer supporting it.” In the interview, she said she had only casual knowledge of most of the Council Compensation Commission members, and insisted she had no idea about the leadership of the PAC. As she would benefit from the vote, Clark was asked if she consulted with the city attorney before writing her blog post supporting the pay increase. “No, I did not,” she answered. “You will note I have a disclaimer at the top of every blog … When I write that blog I write that blog as a citizen. I do have extensive knowledge and I felt it was an opportunity to educate people about what councilors do.”

The Council Compensation Commission

Minutes and recordings on the city’s website (glendaleaz.gov) show council held a salary workshop June 25. Mayor Jerry Weiers was present, as was Clark and councilmembers Jamie Aldama, Ian Hugh, Malnar, Lauren Tolmachoff and Bart Turner. According to meeting minutes, Wei-

ers asked for nominations for what would become known as the Council Compensation Commission. “Councilmember Hugh recommended Jack Rose, Tom Traw, John Crow, Diane McCarthy and Vern Crow,” the minutes state. (At press time, Hugh had not responded to a Glendale Star email asking him how he came up with the list of nominees.) Those five were quickly approved, with Weiers noting John Crow and Vern Crow are not related. Within hours of the workshop, a resolution establishing the Council Compensation Commission was discussed at a council meeting. Listed as “background” on the resolution: “The annual salaries of the mayor and councilmembers of the city of Glendale were last reviewed in 2005. That review resulted in an increase that was approved by the voters modifying the annual salary for the mayor of $48,000 and an annual salary for the council members of $34,000. The annual compensation of the City Council should now be reviewed due to the passage of more than 13 years since the last change. During this time there have been increasing demands on the time of individual councilmembers.” At the council meeting, here was some debate about the resolution’s language. Aldama said the discussion at the workshop informed the commission of the election dates but the resolution indicated the commission had to act no later than July 12. Turner said he was seeing the resolution for the first time, and that it should have been distributed at the beginning of the meeting. SEE RAISES PAGE 3

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Several councilmembers wanted it made clear the commission had options for later elections, so as not to unduly pressure the commissioners. According to meeting minutes, “Turner said the nominees for the commission did not represent a fair cross-section of the community. The resolution seemed to be steering the commission to put the question on a special election that would have a low turnout.” Hugh said council provided direction to other boards and commissions and he did not understand what the “sticking point” was. “Aldama said the sticking point was that the results would financially benefit council. Council had to have a ‘handsoff approach’ and not provide any directives,” according to meeting minutes. Minor changes were made, and the resolutions establishing the Council Compensation Commission passed, 6-1. Turner voted against it.

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The Council Compensation Commission met two days later, June 27. The five commissioners quickly voted McCarthy as chair. Jim Gruber, the deputy city attorney, was present, as was Julie Bower, the city clerk. According to the meeting minutes, there was never a discussion about whether or not to raise the mayor and council salaries. The only debate was over how much the raise should be. “We’ve got a great council and they should be compensated,” said Vern Crow. “Chair McCarthy said the commission would have to figure out what baseline to use for a compensation recommendation. She had received a suggestion to base it on the median income of all city employees,” the meeting minutes state. Traw asked if there was information regarding other cities’ council compensation packages. Bower said staff had not prepared any information and was waiting for direction. McCarthy said the commission was under a time constraint to get a question on the November ballot. Bower provided information on deadlines for the next three available election dates of Nov. 4, March 10, 2020, and May 19, 2020. “What we have to come up with is ...what baseline do we use for what the amount?” McCarthy said, 11 minutes into the meeting. “I have heard one comment that makes sense to me,” McCarthy said. “If you took 1% of all the employees of the

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city of Glendale, and figure out what that 1% is ...” John Crow clarified, saying, “If you took a median of what all the employees make and figure out a range of within 1% - is that what you’re saying?” McCarthy agreed that was her view. Bower said Maricopa County would need to be notified by July 5 for the city to participate in the November election. And to provide enough time for citizens to submit pro/con statements for the publicity pamphlet, council would refer the question no later than July 17.

The commission’s recommendation

The Council Compensation Commission met again at 4 p.m. July 8. As was the first, this meeting was open to the public. According to the minutes, “Vern Crow had ranked the salaries of Glendale and the peer cities. The council’s salary ranked third overall and in district ranking. “The district average was $37,023 and the overall average was $28,303. The at large average was $21,037.” After discussing various increase formulas and packages, Vern Crow made the following motion: “Effective January 1, 2020, the an-

nual salary for council members will be one-percent (1%) less than the median annual salary of City of Glendale employees. The mayor’s salary shall be thirty-percent (30%) greater than the council members’ annual salary. The city manager or a designee will review the salary of the mayor and council members on an annual basis to ensure compliance with the formula.” The motion passed unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 5:39 p.m. Four days later, at 10 a.m. July 12, council had a “special meeting.” Weiers, Clark, Hugh and Malnar were present. Aldama, Tolmachoff and Turner were not at the meeting. McCarthy told council the Council Compensation Commission held two meetings and came to its decision. Hugh made a motion, seconded by Clark to accept the recommendation of the Council Compensation Commission. It passed, 4-0, sending the commission’s recommendation to the county, and then to voters. Clark said she will stand by Glendale voters’ decision. “If it doesn’t pass, I’ll be OK with it,” Clark said. “I don’t have any problems one way or the other. “I’m just happy to serve. Pay was never a motivating factor.”

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officer involved shooting is ongoing. During Briggs’ first month as chief, one of his officers, Joshua Carroll, resigned in the face of potential firing. Carroll received intense public scrutiny and internal investigation over body camera footage of him striking a man in the head. In September, the Glendale Star received a copy of a discipline recommendation memo, which listed six times when Carroll “put our department, other officers and our community at risk,” including being at fault in a traffic collision, having inaccuracies/misrepresentations on his resume during a promotional process, violating city and department social media policy with a Facebook post and violating department policy during a pursuit. “Our profession is held to a very high standard — and it should be,” Briggs said. “If officers don’t live up to that standard, we will take the appropriate action.” Though Briggs said “We’re not always perfect,” he expressed full confidence in his police force. “Our officers are doing a great job,” he said. “We have 430 sworn employees and 141 civilians out there every single day, han-

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dling over 100,000 calls a year. And doing a great job.” Since joining the Glendale force in 1992, Briggs steadily climbed the police ladder, from patrol officer to detective to sergeant to lieutenant. As assistant chief, he was responsible for criminal investigations, undercover operations Chris Briggs was named interim police chief of Glendale at the end of and special events July. (Glendale Star photo by Tom Scanlon) planning such as operations at NHL assistant chief position has not been games, NFL games —including Super filled, “I have more work, more meetBowls — and Luke Air Force Base air ings. I’m doing dual roles.” shows. These days, though he relies on his Some wonder if the impact of the job management team, “The chief has the has hit him or if he has been too busy to final say.” notice the mounting pressure. His first priority, he stressed, is pub“Oh, no, it’s hit me,” he answered, lic service. without hesitation. “From day one. “We are in the customer service busi“Obviously, it’s an honor. I’m hum- ness,” he said. bled to be filling this role. But it carries It’s also a business that is always a lot of weight.” open. Married and the father of two, He added that, because his former Briggs is struggling to maintain a

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Last month, Glendale hired former chief Rick St. John as deputy city manager. Chris Briggs, the interim police chief, said he speaks to St. John on a daily basis. (Glendale Star file photo)

work-life balance. “Right now I’m definitely working longer hours. But my family has always been my first priority,” he said. Last month, Glendale hired former chief St. John as deputy city manager last month. “I am a direct report to Deputy City Manager St. John, so I communicate with him almost daily,” Briggs said. City Manager Kevin Phelps was asked why he tapped Briggs and how he is doing thus far. “I have had the opportunity to work with Interim Chief Briggs over the past several years,” Phelps said. “Chris knows both the community and the police department inside and out. He understands the direction and expectations that have been set for the department and was best suited to continue those efforts. “Chris is doing exactly what I expected and has been instrumental in providing direction and stability to the department.” Phelps added, “There currently is no process in place to recruit for a new police chief.” If Glendale removes “interim” from Briggs’ title and formally makes him chief of police, it would hardly be unprecedented. St. John became chief in the fall of 2016, five months after he was named interim chief. Unless he is named permanent chief, Briggs is not moving — literally. While he did an interview in the more spacious police chief’s office, that office is mostly barren, as Briggs maintains his assistant police chief office down the hall. “I have everything I need there,” he said.

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Investigation starts on officer-involved shooting BY TOM SCANLON

Glendale Star Associate Editor

The Glendale Police officer who fatally shot a 17-year-old boy on Oct. 13 was placed on leave. Early Sunday, Oct. 13, Levy Isaac Madueno Santibanez, 17, was shot and killed by a Glendale Police officer. The Glendale Police Department has not released the name of the officer who shot and killed Santibanez. Police said Santibanez fired a handgun at an officer responding to a large “illegal party” first. The officer who shot Santibanez “was placed on administrative leave, which is standard in these situations,” said Jay O’Neill, spokesman for the Glendale Police Department. “I don’t know if he’s returned to full duty yet.” Glendale Police said at 2:44 a.m. Oct. 13, officers responded to reports of multiple shots fired on 68th Avenue, south of Northern Avenue. The party was in the parking lot of a warehouse on an industrial street. According to police, the first officer arrived on scene and witnessed approximately 200 people fleeing the party.

A memorial was set up for Levy Isaac Madueno Santibanez, 17, who was shot and killed by Glendale Police early Sunday, Oct. 13. (Glendale Star photo by Tom Scanlon)

“The officer had just arrived when multiple people began firing. The officer engaged one of the subjects who was actively firing a handgun. That subject has been identified as 17-yearold as Levy Isaac Madueno Santibanez,” said Tiffany Ngalula, police spokeswoman. “The officer fired his department-is-

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O’Neill said the shooting is being investigated in two ways. “The Glendale Police Department conducts two separate reviews of officer-involved shootings: an internal review and a criminal review,” O’Neill said. “Detectives from the Glendale Police Department’s homicide unit who have specific training and experience in officer-involved shooting investigations conduct the criminal review of the incident. Once that report is finalized it is forwarded to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office for further review. “Simultaneously, the department conducts an internal investigation.” O’Neill said, once the findings of the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office returns its findings to the Glendale Police Department, “a Use of Force Board is convened as part of the internal investigation. “That board includes subject matter experts and members of our community and their sole purpose is to determine whether the use of force was within policy. That information is then forwarded to the internal investigators.”

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Left: Michael Lee, 30, was shot and killed outside his Glendale home Oct. 11. Right: Police arrested Michael William Ingram Oct. 11 and charged him with killing Lee. (Photos courtesy Glendale Police)

BY TOM SCANLON

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Michael William Ingram, charged with fatally shooting Michael Lee outside Lee’s Glendale home, was on probation at the time of the alleged homicide. On Nov. 1, 2017, Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Julie Mata sentenced Ingram to two-and-a-half years for burglary. He was credited for the time he served in jail. Ingram had been in jail awaiting trial from May 2017 until November, when he reached a plea deal. According to Arizona Department of Corrections records, Ingram was put on probation and released from custody May 4. His release date was originally set for Dec. 2. On Oct. 11, Glendale Police received a 911 call stating a neighbor heard multiple gunshots near 6900 W. Utopia Road. Patrol officers arrived and located Lee outside his residence. Lee was pronounced deceased on scene. According to the Glendale Police arrest report, witnesses told detectives Ingram, who had dropped off a woman at the residence the night before, forced his way into the home. Witnesses said that when Lee told Ingram to leave, he refused. “A physical altercation ensued,” according to the report. Ingram and Lee walked outside. Two witnesses then heard gunshots. The witnesses found Lee with gunshot wounds as a car raced away. The police report says the witnesses identified Ingram from a photo lineup. One of the witnesses provided Ingram’s cellphone number. Through Maricopa County Proba-

tion records, Glendale police obtained a description of Ingram’s vehicle, which was later found in Peoria. Ingram was not in the vehicle. Police obtained a warrant to secure a tracker to the vehicle, which did not move for three days. Using GPS information, detectives tracked the vehicle on Oct. 15 as it drove to Phoenix. After the car parked, detectives approached Ingram in a garage and arrested him. According to the arrest record, detectives searched Ingram and found two baggies with heroin. Police charged Ingram with second-degree homicide and possession of narcotic drugs. Ingram made an initial court appearance on Oct. 16. He is being held at the Maricopa County Jail and was scheduled to be back in court Oct. 22.

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State Rep. Kern pushes for audit regarding vouchers BY HOWARD FISCHER Capitol Media Services

State lawmakers are going to spend at least $125,000 to determine why parents seeking to use state funds for private and parochial schools say they can’t get approved. In a meeting Oct. 10, the Joint Legislative Audit Committee directed Auditor General Lindsey Perry to take a closer look at the processes used by the Department of Education to approve vouchers. That follows complaints by parents of not just delays in getting the go-ahead but even problems getting telephone calls answered. The audit approved last week is the latest in what has been an ongoing dispute between Hoffman and some GOP lawmakers about how she administers the department. There have been charges by the pro-voucher American Federation for Children that Arizona State Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman is purposely trying to sabotage the program because she is not a supporter. Rep. Anthony Kern, R-Glendale,

not dispute that might be the case, but he questioned the need for an expensive audit that won’t provide results until April 10. “There might be something worth gleaning from that that we could get in an hour,’’ he said, by asking Department of Education officials to testify in front of a legislative panel. More to the point, Allen said he could probably get virtually all the questions answered “for about $200.’’ “But to spend $125,000 and wait four months makes no sense to me,’’ he said. “If this is State Rep. Anthony Kern, R-Glendale, wants an audit to that urgent let’s get on it, let’s look at school vouchers. (Photo courtesy Capitol Media) just do it.’’ said that leads to other problems. Kern, however, said there are just too “There has been an issue of with- many issues to resolve with hearings. holding ESA (Empowerment Schol“It’s not to cast blame on anybody,’’ arship Accounts) funds from parents he said of having the auditor general going past a due date,’’ he said. “Once take a closer look. that due date was passed, the parents “It’s just to improve the processes,’’ could not use the ESA money for their Kern continued. “And I think the monschools.’’ ey is well spent in getting the factual Rep. John Allen, R-Scottsdale did information (from) somebody I trust to go in there and dig it.’’ Anyway, Kern suggested that an audit is more likely to get all the facts than a hearing. “I wouldn’t necessarily trust the people standing behind the podium to give me the actual information that I want,’’ he said, information that could lead to legislative changes in the program. Allen countered that if someone from the Department of Education was providing misleading information it could be rebutted “in real time’’ by others who testify. Sen. Rick Gray, R-Sun City, however, said an audit is appropriate. “If it clearly shows that this is obvious, that we need to have more money there, then it behooves us as legislators

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to make that happen,’’ he said. While Hoffman is a Democrat, the issue of adequate funding is not entirely partisan. Even Diane Douglas, her Republic predecessor, complained that the GOP-controlled Legislature was not providing sufficient dollars to administer the program. The idea of spending that much money – and putting off other scheduled audits – drew criticism from Allen. He argued that lawmakers could get some answers themselves just by asking the right questions. More to the point, Allen said whatever problems there are could be ascertained a lot quicker and at a lower cost. But Gray said he believes a formal audit would be far less political, what with Hoffman being a Democrat and the Legislature controlled by Republicans. Hoffman, who took over the Department of Education in January, has never denied there is a backlog. She has pointed out, however, that the law creating the vouchers -- formally known as Empowerment Scholarship Accounts -- is supposed to give her agency 4 percent of the total being spent to administer the program. That includes not just processing applications but also auditing parents to ensure that they are spending the money as legally allowed. Rather than providing the $3.6 million, she wants, however, lawmakers put just $1.3 million into the budget. Rep. Kelly Townsend, R-Mesa, in a complaint to the committee, did not dispute that Hoffman got far less than she sought. And Townsend said the evidence is that, at the moment, there are “clearly not enough employees to go through all of the various applications.’’ Hoffman, for her part, has requested additional dollars for the upcoming fiscal year. Townsend, however, said it would be improper to provide Hoffman’s agency with more cash without first auditing how the existing funds are being spent. And Townsend said she sees something else at play. She said Department of Education employees assigned to the program seem to be spending more time performing “forensic audits’’ of parents to see how they are spending their cash rather than processing new applications “which made the problem worse.’’

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Parts of Glendale can vote in PUSD override ballot BY TOM SCANLON

Signs around Glendale urge support for the Peoria Unified School District budget override. (Glendale

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Things can be confusing when multiple districts operate in multiple cities. Such is the case in Glendale, where the Peoria Unified School District is asking for an override. By contrast, Glendale Union High School District is not asking for more funding this year. “We are not going out for an override or a bond this year,” said Kim Mesquita, GUHSD administrator for community relations. “Our last M&O (maintenance and operations) override was approved in 2018. Our last bond was approved in 2015. We are in the middle of the cycle with both.” She certainly can relate to PUSD and other districts going to voters this month. “Bonds and overrides have become part of a school district’s budget,” Mesquita noted. “GUHSD and other school districts in the state are always in need of overrides and bonds to compensate for the lack of education funding.” The Peoria Unified School District has several schools in Glendale, including Cactus and Ironwood high schools and Canyon and Copperwood elementary schools.

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As the district’s website (peoriaunified.org) notes: “You do not need to live in Peoria to vote in the override election. Any registered voter living within our school boundaries in Glendale and Peoria is eligible to cast a ballot in the election.” Tim Sifert, a spokesman for Maricopa County School Superintendent Steve Watson, confirmed this. “It’s called the Peoria Unified No. 11 School District but ‘Peoria’ is just the name of the district, it has nothing to do with the city of Peoria,” said Sifert. “Put another way, if a person lives

in a taxing jurisdiction like a school district, they are entitled to vote on those issues, if they’re a registered voter.” Sifert noted that all eligible voters should have received a publicity pamphlet and a ballot in the mail. Those who are unclear about their district can visit recorder.maricopa.gov/ pollingplace/getdistrict. aspx. Peoria Unified is seeking voter approval on Nov. 5 for a $33.7 million budget override. According to the district’s website peoriaunified.org, “the associated tax rate would amount to approximately $1.74 per $100 of assessed property valuation. “District voters first approved a 10 percent override in 1996 and renewed it again in 2001, 2006 and 2012. In 2015, voters approved a 13 percent override. The authorization lasts for seven years and phases out over the last two years if not renewed or replaced with another voter-approved initiative.”

Watson explained that budget overrides “occur when voters in a school district adopt a budget in excess of their revenue control limit.” According to the measure’s informational packet, “The proposed 15% override authorization would continue the district’s current 13% override authorization approved by the voters in the district on Nov. 3, 2015, and would increase the amount the override exceeds the district’s revenue control limit from 13% to 15%.” “...The dollar amount for the first year for which the budget increase was adopted is $33,702,108,” the packet states. It says the increase is for: • Student and staff safety. • Attraction and retention of the best teachers and staff possible. • Athletics and extra/co-curricular activities. • Physical education. • Nurses and health services. • Art. • Band and chorus. • Assistant principals. • Reading and gifted programs. • Maintain class size. • All-day kindergarten. SEE OVERRIDE PAGE 12

Sanderson CEO honored with GCU award BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Grand Canyon University presented David Kimmerle and three other Valley leaders with Colangelo Servant Leadership Awards on Oct. 15. GCU said Kimmerle and the others “exemplify the ideals for which Jerry Colangelo is best known: servant leadership, ethics and entrepreneurism.” Servant leadership is one of the three pillars of the Colangelo College of Business. “It’s important to have people recognized in the community who are making a difference,” Colangelo said. “We all need to help the next generation of people who are coming along, the future leaders. By recognizing outstanding servant leadership, it’s incumbent upon us to do things to recognize it.” Colangelo is an Arizona icon who owned the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Diamondbacks, helping bring the Valley its only major sports championship with the 2001 World Series. Colangelo honored El Dorado Hold-

David Kimmerle was one of four Colangelo Servant Leadership Award winners. (Photo courtesy GCU)

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Kimmerle started his career at Sanderson Ford sweeping floors, moving up parts and service before managing the sales department. He took over as CEO in 1985 and turned its philosophy of “The Dealership that Service Built” to “The Dealership that Community Service Built.” Kimmerle credits his employees and the dealership’s commitment to giving back to the community for all the success. Sanderson Ford helps raise $100,000 for Special Olympics Arizona every year through the Guardian Games, provides tickets to various sporting games for soldiers, and supports Fighter Country Partnership supporting the men, women, families and mission of Luke Air Force Base. Its biggest event of the year, Operation Santa Claus, has raised over $10 million worth of food, toys, clothing and cash over the past 10 years. Committed to his employees, Kimmerle closes the dealership every Sunday so they can en-

joy family time. Kimmerle’s daughter, Paige Cox, accepted his GCU award because he was out of town. On Nov. 14, Sanderson Ford and Sanderson Lincoln will launch the 19th annual Operation Santa Claus Charity Drive. To help, bring a new toy, children’s clothing item, packaged food item or a monetary donation to Sanderson Ford, Sanderson Lincoln, any UPS Store location or Operation Santa Claus event. Donations from Operation Santa Claus will benefit St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance, The Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center, Military Assistance Mission and Special Olympics Arizona. For more information, or to donate online, visit givetotheclaus.com. Sanderson Lincoln is at 2121 W. Bell Road, Phoenix; 602-457-5818. Sanderson Ford is at 6400 N 51st Avenue, Glendale; 800-729-3501.

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One Surprising Cause of Low Back Pain By Leading Physical Therapist, Nick Hunter You might be aware of the many ‘tips and tricks’ that are out there about ‘how to relieve back pain’ but, have you ever heard that drinking more water actually addresses this? Dehydration can cause back pain. It can even contribute to why your pain stays around longer than it needs to. Water affects every organ and cell in your body but it also plays an enormous role in the health of your back and spine. Eventually, lack of water in your body can cause pain, swelling or even greater problems over time. Perhaps you are like me and have trouble drinking enough water. In that case, try this tip: Before I go to sleep, I place a glass of water on my bedside table. When I wake up in the morning, the first thing I see is that glass of water and I drink it straight away. Give it a try! You might find that this simple trick is all you need to start increasing your daily water intake. Are you willing to continue to cope with back pain that stops you from making memories with your loved-ones or participating in your favorite activities? OR… Will you choose to take action NOW and start living your life free of pain? Tune in next week for information on recurring back pain! Author, Nick Hunter, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and owner of Preferred Physical Therapy. He’s happy to answer any questions about low back or chronic pain by phone at (623) 466-6448 or check out his website: www.preferredptaz.com.

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The informational packet on Peoria Unified School District budget override ballot question comes with arguments for and against the proposal.

Voting YES on PUSD override

Arguments for: Public schools are the foundation for high property values, safe neighborhoods, a skilled workforce and thriving communities. Peoria Unified thanks our patrons for contributing to the success of our excelling schools through local budget control by supporting past overrides. The district’s governing board is asking for your support with a “yes” vote on a 15% override. The small increase would allow the district to implement safety enhancements, such as counseling and interventions support services and safety training. The override will continue vital programs such as: art, music, band, reading, athletics and physical education. It will also maintain safe campuses by keeping health professional/nurses and assistant principals at all schools. It will help retain outstanding teachers and staff, as well as fund all-day kindergarten. Our district has remained fiscally responsible throughout challenging economic times. Peoria Unified has a 96% graduation rate and our students earned more than $64 million in scholarships. These results are only possible with great teachers and a community that supports its schools. An investment in the Peoria Unified

Voting NO on PUSD override

Arguments against: Lets state the facts: There are a total of 41 Schools in PUSD (and) the average teachers salary is $50,198. The total students attending 41 of the PUSD schools in 2015 was 35,108 and by 2018 there was very little growth, with only an increase of 450 students over an extremely large populated suburban area. In 2015 the PUSD School Board spent $275.9 million. By 2018 had increased its spending to $296.8 million Yet ELA (English Language Arts) proficiency scores went from a sad 36% in 2015 and spiraled downwards by 10% in 2018 to an appalling level of 26% for the AzMerit 11th grade ELA Achievement scores. On May 30, 2019 the PUSD School Board approved spending of close to $2.2M of our hard earned tax dollars

October 24, 2019 School District is an investment in our future. Peoria Unified Governing Board School Safety – Retain Teachers Dear Peoria Unified District Voters, Our community is headed in the right direction and we need to keep it that way. Quality schools help protect your property values and reduce crime. We need to invest in our school system to protect our quality of life. That is why we are asking you to join us in voting Yes on the Peoria Maintenance and Operations Budget Override. Our district is one of the top school districts in the state and we need to continue to support their efforts to educate a quality, competitive workforce to support our area’s long-term success. Vote Yes to: • Train our future workforce • Attract jobs and economic opportunities • Fund student safety, teacher pay, and other critical needs This override will be used to for people and programs. It will be used to fund student and staff safety as well as competitive staff compensation to attract and retain quality teachers. The override is not new revenue. For the most part, it would be a continuation of the local funding that our schools have had in place for the past 23 years. Please join “Support Peoria Students” in voting Yes. Matt Bullock, Chairman Support Peoria Students PAC Keep Peoria Moving Forward to convert the Challenger Space Center to an PUSD Art Center, when our kids cannot even graduate high school with acceptable academic proficiency scores. Clearly our money needs to be spent teaching our children the basics of reading, writing and arithmetic! To summarize, the PUSD wants to substantially increase our taxes with a 15% Tax Override: Stagnant growth in PUSD schools; increased spending and no results. I think not. Please vote no on the PUSD 15% tax override. Linda J. Busam I served on the PUSD Citizens Bond Advisory Committee in 2018. To hear SEE OVERRIDE PAGE 13

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Pendergast Elementary, Glendale/Peoria YMCA score grants BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF OneAZ Credit Union and OneAZ Community Foundation recently awarded Community Impact Grants to three nonprofits based in the West Valley: The Glendale/Peoria YMCA, Pendergast Elementary Community Foundation and Positive Network Alliance Inc. Since launching the Community Impact Grant program in 2016, OneAZ has given over $220,000 to nonprofits statewide who make a difference in the communities they serve. “We received nearly 300 applications, an increase of 60% over last year, making selecting this year’s grantees a difficult process. The need is great, and so is the work these organizations are doing. OVERRIDE FROM PAGE 12

administration describe the situation then it was critical that the 2018 bond pass, as our northern schools were overcrowded and our southern schools in disrepair. Fast forward to today and suddenly the bond isn’t so critical after all. We’ve been assured that our schools are not overcrowded and making those

We’re incredibly proud to be part of the impacts they make in the communities we serve,” said Kim Reedy, president and CEO for OneAZ Credit Union. The foundation selected 41 Community Impact Grant recipients, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $3,000. Grant recipients include organizations focused on the five pillars of the OneAZ Community Foundation: children’s health, food banks, financial literacy, local youth programs and veterans’ interests. Glendale/Peoria Family YMCA received $1,500 to support outreach programs, which provide solutions to pressing needs in the community including childhood food insecurity,

youth workforce development and a “Safety Around Water” program to reduce Arizona’s high childhood drowning rate. The $3,000 grant awarded to Pendergast Elementary Community Foundation will support the “Speak Up. Stand Up. Save A Life.” Initiative – a forum for Maricopa County students, educators, law enforcement and mental health specialists to gather and share resources on community-based mental health support throughout the county and help construct a positive campus culture in schools. The Positive Network Alliance will use its $1,500 grant to purchase new toys for the Sweetwater Elementary School

Christmas program. The school’s entire student-body population is from low-income families, and 40% of its students are identified as special needs students with disabilities. The Positive Network Alliance is dedicated to encouraging and empowering these youth to break the cycle of poverty while providing a safe place where they are appreciated, accepted and acknowledged. To be eligible for the grants, organizations submitted an online application along with a 500-word summary of how the grant will benefit their organization. For a full list of Community Impact Grant recipients, visit OneAZcu.com/ foundation.

previously critical repairs can wait. The new priority is the 15% M&O (maintenance and operations) Override which we’re told must pass because PUSDs students need…blah – blah – blah. District students certainly have needs but highest among them is a real education.

Consider the AzMERIT English Language Arts (ELA) test scores for PUSD’s 11th graders. Those scores have fallen every year since 2015 when just 36% of our 11th graders were proficient in ELA. By 2018 that number fell to only 26%. District wide, AzMERIT scores for math are equally dismal.

With nearly a third of a billion dollar budget why can’t PUSD to teach our kids to read? Before asking for even more money, PUSD must demonstrate some commitment to improving academic achievement. Until then, please vote No on the PUSD M&O Override. Rick Gutridge

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Looks explain media infatuation with Jodi Arias BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Glendale Star Columnist

At last count, Arizona had 4,377 women in its state prisons. You’d be forgiven for thinking there was only one female currently under lock and key. Jodi Arias. The confusion stems from the fact that reporters, editors and producers remain fascinated with all things Arias, 39 and serving life in prison for the 2008 killing of her lover, Travis Alexander. This fascination can be explained by two simple facts. One, women rarely commit murder. Two, and far more importantly, hot chicks commit murder about as often as you find a parking place beside the door at In-N-Out – which is to say al-

most never. My proof? Samantha Allen, Wendi Andriano and Shawna Forde. They are the only three women on Death Row in Arizona and, with all due apologies, they are not hot. Thus, you’ve never heard of these three female killers. But Jodi Arias? We hear about her with regularity, most recently when the Arizona Court of Appeals held oral arguments to determine whether allegations of misconduct against Juan Martinez, lead prosecutor on the Arias’ case, might warrant granting her a new trial. I’m rooting against that proposition, though surely I’m outnumbered by TV producers, true crime trolls and a legion of Jodi fans – a titillated throng ever-ready to consume more Arias minu-

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tiae. It takes little imagination to conjure them hanging on every sick detail: Did you know she stabbed Travis at least 27 times? Do you like her better as a blonde or a brunette? Have you seen her nudes on the internet? Can you believe a hung jury spared her the death penalty? Central to the obsession with Arias is a question I’ve heard time and again during 25 years in journalism. Over and over, we wonder how it can be that attractive people – Arias, Casey Anthony, Amanda Knox – commit heinous crimes. How can people endowed with the gift of physical beauty also possess such darkness and savagery? I wish the answer was sexier, so I could cash in with a couple of crappy Arias books to fund a villa in the south of France. Alas, my hypothesis is only a few sentences long: Physical looks and sociopathic tendencies are not mutually exclusive. Profound mental illness also has no respect for a pretty face. Let’s not confuse what causes people to commit murder with a set of pouty lips and deep brown, almond-shaped eyes. Jodi Arias’ looks – which seem to be the crux of so many people’s obsession – are beside the point when it comes

to what matters here: That she took a handgun and a knife to a 30-year-old human being, stabbing Travis Alexander repeatedly and slashing his jugular vein, carotid artery and trachea. The question of what makes good-looking people kill mistakenly imputes rational thought to irrational, sick people like Arias. It’s the same mistake people made wondering how Susan Smith, that “nice mom from South Carolina,” could drown her two sons in the trunk of her car. Or how handsome Ted Bundy, soon to be the subject of still another documentary TV series, could have been so charming, so smart and so deadly? The sad reality? Travis Alexander was a handsome young man. Bundy’s victims were virtually all beautiful young women in the prime of their lives. But because they didn’t commit murder, they’ve been lost to time. In a better world, Jodi Arias wouldn’t be a household name. She’d be graveyard remains, rotting in the ground or in hell. The next story I intend to read about this psycho won’t be on the front page of a newspaper. It will be in the obituaries. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com.

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In favor of the Pendergast override BY LINDA JEFFRIES AND MYRIAM ROA

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In just a few weeks, voters in the Pendergast Elementary School District will have the opportunity to help change children’s lives by a simple stroke of a pen and voting Yes on Pendergast’s upcoming override election. It is no secret that Arizona does not adequately fund education; and why should the children in the Pendergast school district suffer because Arizona does not value our public education system? One thing is for sure … the voters in the Pendergast School District have traditionally put our children first and supported the district by approving prior bond and override elections. We all have a responsibility to ensure our children are well-educated, have opportunities to achieve success, go to college, and be prepared to enter a competitive workforce. In order for our children to be college and career ready, we are asking for your continued support. Your Yes vote will allow

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the district to continue offering free full-day kindergarten at all schools, art/ music/and physical education classes, school counselors and health providers on every campus, and to maintain class sizes. Your support is not just good for students, it’s good for our community… and it won’t increase your tax rate. Mahatma Gandhi once said, “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Together, we can help change how schools are funded; we can change thousands of children’s lives; and, we can change our future by simply voting Yes for the Pendergast Elementary School District’s override election. Our children are our future leaders, and we do not want to leave our future to chance. We are choosing to be change agents and investing in our children. Join us by voting Yes on Nov. 5. Linda Jeffries is a Glendale resident. Myriam Roa is an Avondale resident. In addition to Glendale and Avondale, the Pendergast Elementary School District has schools in Phoenix.

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Barrio Queen Restaurant expanding Avondale, Glendale BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI Glendale Star Executive Editor

Barrio Queen is expanding to the West Valley—twice. The Mexican restaurant is set to open a location in Glendale at 7640 W. Bell Road in the spring. It will be the chain’s largest building at 7,000 square feet. “We have had a lot of requests to bring the Barrio to the west side,” said Larry Thomas, director of operations. “We have been looking for a while for the perfect spot for our brand and we believe we have found one in this area of Bell Road.” The location will be designed with a similar feel as the other five locations—Scottsdale, Gilbert, North Phoenix, Tempe and Queen Creek— but will have a new, special vibe. As with the other locations, renowned local Mexican artist Genaro Garcia will assist in the design, and his art will be

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A) Moe’s Burgers is for sale. B) Lenny’s Burgers is for sale. C) Both of the above. D) None of the above. As much as Glendale diner fans wish it was D, the correct answer is C. Moe’s Burgers, the fast-food artists formerly known as (and still called, by loyalists) Lenny’s Burgers, is on the market. The hamburger-shakes-fries place next to Glendale City Court gets pretty high ratings on Yelp. “Cozy burger and hot dog joint in old town Glendale, and the food is good,” one Yelper wrote. “Place is clean with pictures on the walls of Elvis, Marilyn and James Dean. Don’t get fooled by the name, it says Lenny’s on the receipts and wall plaques. Yelp says it’s Moe’s.” Moe’s/Lenny’s is at 5713 W Glendale Avenue, 623-915-9993. • Next door to Moe’s is an empty storefront. Veggie Rebellion, a vegan-friendly grocery store that was per-

Barrio Queen will build new restaurants in Glendale and Avondale in 2020 that will resemble the rendering below. (Rendering courtesy Barrio Queen)

displayed. “We believe that the west side of Phoenix is ready for Barrio,” Thomas said. “We look forward to serving the people of the Glendale area with our great Mexican menu, our traditional Mexican culture, and our extensive tequila and Mescal list, as well as our craft cocktails.” The Glendale location is Barrio’s sixth in the Valley.

The company will open its seventh location in Avondale. The exact address has yet to be released, but Thomas said the Avondale location should open in the fall of 2020. “We try to make ourselves geographically accessible to all the Barro Queen fans out there,” he said. “We did not have a very good presence in the West Valley, so our owners wanted to expand to those areas where the guests

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haps the antithesis of a burger joint, has “permanently closed,” according to its website. • The Black Rock Coffee Bar, 6805 W. Bell Road, recently sold for $1.2 million. Coffee fans should not worry, as only the building has sold, with the coffee bar remaining as a long-term tenant. The Robert C. Williams Living Trust of Santa Rosa, California paid $1.2 million to purchase the property from Scottsdale-based Dos Compadres 67th, LLC. The 863-square-foot, single-tenant building is leased to Oregon-based Black Rock Coffee Bar, a neighborhood focused coffee shop with over 50 locations. The Black Rock Coffee Bar building, completed this year, sold fast. “We were able to close this deal from start to finish in only 10 days helping both the buyer and the seller with a smooth transaction. We are excited to help the buyer acquire a great piece of real estate in an extremely busy retail corridor,” said Chris Hollenbeck, of

were asking us to be. “Our guests were commuting a long way to their closest location. For Glendale, it was Desert Ridge. Bringing Barrio Queen to the West Valley will be fantastic growth for us. The next move is outside of the Valley.” Barrio Queen was founded by Linda Nash and Steven Rosenfield to bring authentic Southern Mexican fare and culture to the Valley. In addition to its family recipes, the restaurant is known for its unique drinks and extensive tequila and mezcal menus. Other locations include: 7114 E. Stetson Drive, Suite 105, Scottsdale; Heritage Marketplace, 388 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert; Desert Ridge, 21001 N. Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix. Queen Creek and Tempe are opening soon. For more information, visit barrioqueen.com.

Cushman and Wakefield’s Phoenix office who brokered the deal. The listing said the building is “located in one of the strongest retail hubs of Arizona” with Park Aldea is a Class A industrial project on the other side of US 101 a “high average from State Farm Stadium. (Artist rendering courtesy Trammell Crow Company) household income over $94,000 in a 3 “Park Aldea is a unique development mile radius.” ... it is the first Class A industrial projvA big industrial project is to be built ect to be built in more than 10 years across US 101 from State Farm Stadi- along this particular 10-mile stretch um. of the Loop 101 Freeway,” said Ryan Trammell Crow Company Phoe- Norris, vice president at Trammell nix unveiled plans for Park Aldea. Crow Company. Located at 99th Avenue and Cardi“ Park Aldea is ideally located withnals Way (Bethany Home Road) in the expanding employment corridor The 356,000-square-foot develop- of the Loop 101 freeway and adjacent ment will cover 27 acres and include to numerous retail and entertainment four buildings, ranging in size from venues in and around Westgate.” 74,165 square feet to 118,240 square Have an item for feet. Business Briefcase? Construction began in September Please email your and will wrap by the second quarter of business news and tips to 2020. The site was purchased for $5.4 tscanlon@timespublications.com million.

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Challenger, Sine join Verizon Innovative Learning Program Two Glendale Elementary School District schools joined Verizon Innovative Learning program this year. Melvin E. Sine Elementary and Challenger Middle Schools are among 52 new schools joining Verizon Innovative Learning for the 2019-20 school year. In partnership with Digital Promise, Verizon Innovative Learning equipped students in grades four through eight and teachers at both schools with an iPad and a data plan. In addition to free mobile devices and accompanying 4G LTE data plans, Challenger and Sine will be assigned a full-time technology coach from Digital Promise to train teachers in effectively integrating technology into their lessons. Over the course of the initiative, Verizon Innovative Learning will also provide the opportunity for students to leverage emerging technology such as augmented & virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and 3D design. “Our partnership with Verizon to integrate the most advanced academic tech into our schools creates infinite opportunity for students,” said Challenger Principal Tiffany Molina. “This influx of technology will ease the path for our learners to become leaders, and we cannot thank Verizon enough for their contribution to Glendale schools.”

From Left: Sine’s Rosa Zuniga, Desert Spirit’s Donna Sanchez, and Desert Garden’s Adrianna Bakken were selected as semi-finalists for the Arizona Department of Education’s English Language Acquisition Teacher of the Year.

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Adrianna Bakken from Desert Garden, Desert Spirit’s Donna Sanchez, and Rosa Zuniga from Melvin E. Sine were selected as semi-finalists for the Arizona Department of Education’s 2019 Arizona English Language Acquisition Teacher of the Year award. Bakken’s principal, Joseph De La Huerta, refers to her as a teacher who “engineers a classroom in which students are constantly engaged in their learning both academically and socially.” Likewise, Sanchez’s principal, Mary Beth McKim, describes her as someone who provides her ELL students “the best opportunity to learn English, while keeping their heritage.” Finally, Zuniga’s principal DeAnza Baker recognizes her as someone who “continually refines her practices to do what is best for students in the classroom, and ensure that they are learning at high levels.” Arizona teachers with three or more years of successful teaching experience currently teaching English language learners can be nominated for this prestigious honor. A nomination form along with a letter of recommendation, and AZELLA and ELL achievement data are included as part of the nomination process. The Language Acquisition and Research & Evaluation Departments collaborated to review teacher AZELLA reclassification and growth data, as well as ELL achievement data to select these three teachers within GESD.

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Glendale High fighting for postseason berth BY ERIC NEWMAN

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Glendale High football is pushing to reach the 4A playoffs in back-to-back seasons, quite a feat for a program that struggled for years. Through eight games, Glendale was 6-2 with thoughts of making a playoff run. Four years ago, Coach Rob York took over a team that had not posted a winning record since 2006. There was, in his memory, less-than-stellar weight room effort and organization among the group. He and the new staff changed that. They not only implemented a stricter practice regimen but helped players believe in themselves more. Beyond the winning records, he enjoys seeing the way his kids have developed as players and young men. “It’s satisfying to see the growth the

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has come from the production of running back Kevin Daniels. The senior leads the team in rushing and receiving. York said Daniels’ presence on the ﬁeld helps the rest of the offense. The Cardinals can run play-action and make it easier to pass or move the ball in other directions. “You fake a handoff to him and the whole other team goes in that direction, and we’ve got some other guys that are beneﬁtting from that in their own statistics, and makes us successful in different areas,” York said. Through eight games, Daniels had 1,031 rushing yards, 675 receiving yards and 27 touchdowns. While the stats are rewarding, Daniels said the most important part is the high numbers Glendale puts on the board come game night. “Right now we’re averaging about 43 points, so the amount we score makes it hard for other teams. It’s fun,” he said. Though Glendale again is winning

plenty of games, there is no guarantee it will participate in the postseason. With computer ranking by the Arizona Interscholastic Association, there is no certainty until the season is over whether the Cardinals will participate in the 4A playoffs. So there is still a lot more work to do. Daniels said the young players with less playoff experience – Glendale starts several sophomores on both sides of the ball – have to grow up quickly. He saw how even a winning record in 2017 was not enough. “We went 8-2 and missed the playoffs by just a couple of points. So going 9-1 last year and making the playoffs and kind of setting history, we saw what it took to get there. We have to get the young guys up to playing how we did before.” The coach is counting on his team to ﬁnish strong. “If we win a couple more games and everyone sees we have another shot to make playoffs, I think we’ll kick it into gear again,” Daniels said.

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Shari Rowe

Shari Rowe will perform live at Fountain Park, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, from 7 to 10 p.m. Stop by and enjoy some classic country, modern country and bluegrass jams. For more information, call 623-385-7502 or visit sharirowe.com.

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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

Monster Mash and Dash

Tortoise and Hare Sports, 17570 N. 75th Avenue #605, is hosting a Monster Mash and Dash. The event will include a rafﬂe and a fun Halloween scavenger hunt around local businesses from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, call 623-792-7900.

Westgate Bike Night

Check out hundreds of bikes at the WaterDance Plaza, 6751 N Sunset Boulevard, from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy music and deals from surrounding restaurants at one of the biggest bike nights around. For more information, visit westgateaz.com/bikenight or call 623-385-7500.

Doc Baldi

Acoustic guitar and vocal duo Doc Baldi will perform at Fountain Park, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, from 7 to 9 p.m. Come and enjoy a night of live music including many genres such as rock, pop, blues and jazz, country and more. For more information, call 623-385-7502 or visit docbaldimusic.com.

more information, call 623-385-7502 or visit facebook.com/thebonaﬁdeband.

Food and You

Join health representative Rentha Person at the Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, to learn how food affects the body as one ages. The presentation will go from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and include an opportunity to ask questions at the end. For more information, call 623930-3446.

Friday Films: ‘Night at the Museum’

Come watch a family-friendly movie at Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue. Every Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. the library will be screening a new movie. This week’s movie is Night at the Museum. For more information, call 623-930-3837.

Drop-in Fridays for Seniors

All seniors are invited to participate in the Drop-in Fridays for Seniors program that takes place 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. For more information, call 623-930-3600 or 623-9303446.

Paws to Read with Zoey

Stop by The Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, for a 15-minute session with the library’s Golden Retriever friend. Readers between the ages 4 to 9 are invited to sign up to get a chance to read and hangout with Zoey. The program will take place in the Library’s Storytime Room of the library from 4 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 623-930-3757.

Friday

Bonafide

The country-rock band Bonaﬁde will perform at Fountain Park, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard. Stop by to enjoy the music from 7 to 10 p.m. For

Saturday

Carne Guisada Cooking Class

Learn to make Carne Guisada with Calabacitas and Queso. Stop by Urban Margarita, 6685 W. Beardsley Road, at 2 p.m. to learn how to cook the delicious dish. The class includes a mimosa and Urban Margarita’s signature margarita as well as a chance to taste speciﬁc menu items. Registration is required. For more information, call 6623-5616674 or visit urbanmargarita.com.

Bar Crawloween

Westgate Entertainment, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Suite 333, will be hosting a bar crawl to celebrate Halloween. Check out fun parties, wear funny costumes and have a

Drop by Stir Crazy Comedy Club, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard Suite E-206, to watch well-known comedian Quinn Dahle perform at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Dahle is known for his appearance on “The Tonight Show,” Comedy Central and more. His performance will be enjoyable for all age groups and ethnicities. For more information, call 623-565-8667 or visit stircrazycomedyclub.com.

Improv Class Student Showcase

Anyone interested in improv is welcome to participate in an improv class showcase, hosted at Stir Crazy Comedy Club, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard Suite E-206 at 1 p.m. The class will include improv games, unscripted activities, a 90-minute show and more. For more information, call 623-565-8667 or visit stircrazycomedyclub.com.

The Oasis Classic Car Show

All car lovers are invited to check out Westgate’s free Classic Car Show, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard. There will be live music, a Halloween costume contest, trunk-ortreating, rafﬂe prizes and entertainment for all ages. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the North and East parking lot. For more information, call 623-3857500 or visit wesgateaz.com.

Crochet and Knit together

Spend an afternoon crocheting and knitting at Heroes Regional Park Library, 6075 N. 83rd Avenue, Glendale. Baskets of wool, needles and hooks for beginners will be provided from 2 to 4 p.m. in the library’s creative space area. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

Spooky Movie Afternoon

Come Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, to enjoy an afternoon of spooky movies. From 12:15 to 4:45 the library will provide spooky ﬁlms and popcorn for teens ages 12-18. Teens are welcome to bring pillows and blankets to lounge on as well. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

Halloween Comic Fest

Stop by Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, from 5 to 8 p.m. for a Comic Halloween Fest. Meet local comic book artists, enjoy family activities, wear costumes and participate in crafts. Activities will take place in the library and at the Drawn to Comics store across the street. For more information, call 623-9303600 or 623-847-9090.

Sunday

Manic Hispanic

Stop by Stircrazy Comedy Club, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard Suite E-206, for the monthly comedy show, Mani Hispanic. The show will be hosted by Mega 104.3 and will begin at 7 p.m. For more informa-

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and hangout with Zoey. The program will take place in the Creative Space area of the library from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information, call 623930-4430.

Make and Take Teens: Halloween Crafts

Stop by Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. for family storytime. This program is designed for children from birth to age 5 and features fun hands-on activities and will take place in the library’s Storytime Room. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

Stop by Fountain Park, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, to enjoy an annual Halloween celebration. Participate in costume contests, trick-or-treat and join fun activities from 3 to 6 p.m. For more details visit westgateaz.com/boo or call 623-3857502.

Teens ages 12 through 18 are welcome to stop by the Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, at any time to complete a simple craft every month. This month the craft will be Halloween themed. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

Monday

Monday Mania

Come to As You Wish, 9410 W. Hanna Lane A-109, for big savings during the Monday Mania event. Get deals all day from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday deals vary every week. For more information visit asyouwishpottery.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. For more information, email bigbandgrandstand@gmail.com or call 632930-3844.

Boo Bash

Come celebrate Halloween with the youth department at Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue. There will be games, crafts and activities from 4 to 5 p.m. People are welcomed to come dressed in costumes. For more information, call 623-930-3830.

Teague Mystery Movie Theater

Come to Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, to watch a mystery movie on every fourth Monday of the month. This month’s movie is “Still Life.” The movie will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by light discussion after. For more details call 623-930-3446.

Tuesday

Familytime

Storytime

A 30-minute program designed for -3 to 6-year-olds will be put on in the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street. The program is interactive and includes story reading, ﬁngerplays, and songs. The program will take place from 10:30 to 11 a.m. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

Wednesday

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

49ers vs. Cardinals

Watch the Arizona Cardinals play against the San Francisco 49ers at State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive. Don’t miss this big game, kickoff will be at 5:20 p.m. For more details visit statefarmstadium.com.

Toddlertime

Come to Foothills Library, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, for quality toddler time from 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. This program is designed for children 18 months to 3 years and will include simple book reading and ﬁngerplays. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

NOV Friday

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. For more information, call 623-9303600.

Citizenship Classes

Come to Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Avenue, to study for the U.S. citizenship test. The series of classes are sponsored by the International Rescue Committee and will be held every Wednesday through December 18 from 3 to 5:45 p.m. Registration is required. For more information, contact Maness@rescue.org or call 602-4432440.

Wild Wednesday: Fall Fest

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 enjoy a carnival-style booth program with games and activities in the library’s Storytime Room from 4 to 5 p.m. Costumes are encouraged. The program is ﬁrst-come, ﬁrst-serve. For more information, call 623-930-3600.

Acoustic Jam

Bring an acoustic instrument to Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, to play in a round-robin style. Players of all skill levels are welcome to meet in the Large Meeting Room from 6 to 8 p.m. Audience members are also welcome to attend. For more information, call 623-930-3573.

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. For more information, visit westgateaz.com/ﬁtness.

Logan Alexandra Band

Come watch 19-year-old pop artist Logan Alexandra perform at Fountain Park, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, from 7 to 9 p.m. Her music includes upbeat rock and pop. For more information, visit loganalexandramusic.com or call 623-385-7502.

Thursday

Bar Crawloween

Westgate Entertainment, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Suite 333, will be hosting a bar crawl to celebrate Halloween. Checkout fun parties, wear funny costumes and have a great time at this adult event. For more information, visit westgateas. com/crawl.

Lisa Landry

Stir Crazy Comedy Club, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard Suite E-206, will host well-known comedian Lisa Landry. Landry began her career in New York and has appeared on “Comics Unleashed” and “Law and Order.” Her performance will begin at 7 and 9:30 p.m. For more information, visit stircrazycomedyclub. com.

Special Event: Paint ’N Plant

As You Wish, 9410 W. Hanna Lane A-109, is hosting a special painting event from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Stop by to pain a special Dia De Los Muertos painting. There will be an instructor present to help with creative designs and spirit. For more information, visit asyouwishpottery. com.

Forever Young Orchestra

The Forever Young Orchestra will perform at Fountain Park, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, from 7 to 10 p.m. The orchestra is made up of 20 professional musicians. For more details visit foreveryoungorchestra. com or call 623-385-7502.

Drop-in Fridays for Seniors

All Seniors are invited to participate in the Drop-in Fridays for Seniors program that takes place every Friday from 10:00 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. This week’s activity is learning how to make anthropologie-inspired Flowers. For more information, call 623-930-3600 or 623-930-3446.

Bluegrass Jam

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. For more information, call 623-9303844.

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Music, costume parties and more at eclectic Desert Rose BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF It’s a given that there is plenty going on at Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub in Glendale. The wild card is what is going on, as this eclectic place likes to keep things unpredictable. This week is the usual bag of mixed tricks. DJ Orlando spins records from 6 p.m. until closing time Friday, Oct. 25. Also on Friday, Desert Rose has a Halloween-Dia De Los Muertos party starting at 9 p.m. This is billed as “an adult evening of costumes, live music and partying.” The band Sentimental Journey plays from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26. Volkswagen lovers should bug on

over to the Desert Rose at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27. “VW Meet and Greet” is open to all VW owners and fans. Poker night takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday and Wednesday. A “Howl O Ween” costume contest will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29. Live music returns from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, with Community Service Band. For those who like to make their own fun, the pet-friendly Desert Rose has games like cornhole and giant chess and checkers. Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub is at 6729 N 57th Drive, Glendale. For more information, visit desertrosepizzaandgastropub.com.

It’s another eclectic week at Desert Rose Pizza and Gastropub. (Glendale Star photo by Tom Scanlon)

Breast cancer support group led by survivor BY ALLISON ENGSTROM

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Inﬂammatory breast cancer does not follow the rules, and neither did Deborah Carlson. Carlson is 63 and a 28-year breast cancer survivor. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, she takes time to remember the lives that have been lost. “You have to celebrate, looking back I was lucky,” Carlson said. “I have known too many who didn’t make it and it’s hard.” Carlson, who lives in Peoria, volunteers with the American Cancer Society at the Reach to Recovery program. She also leads a support group called Bosom Buddies. Bosom Buddies meets at 6:30 p.m. the ﬁrst Thursday of the month at the La Quinta Inn and Suites on 16321 N. 83 Avenue, Peoria. An estimated 268,600 women and 2,670 men in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, according to breastcancer.org. The best preventative measure is early diagnosis, Carlson said. “Early diagnosis saves lives,” Carlson said. “Advocate for yourself, if you even suspect something is wrong go in and get it checked whether you’re a

Deb Carlson (left) is an inspiration, says her friend Debbie Moore (right). (Glendale Star photo by Allison Engstrom)

lady or a man, it doesn’t matter.” When Carlson was diagnosed, she described herself as a “happy and healthy normal 35-year-old”. One day she felt something unusual and similar to a bruise on her breast

and decided to get it checked at her routine check up. Doctors assured her it could not be cancer. A few weeks later, she went back to the doctor because she could now feel

a small bump on her breast. Again, doctors assured her it could not be cancer because cancer usually doesn’t hurt or cause thickening of the skin, like her symptoms were showing. Carlson was pulling her seatbelt on after getting into her car when she felt a tug underneath her armpit and immediately knew something was wrong. This time, Carlson was not leaving the doctor’s office without getting an answer. “Even the mammogram came back inconclusive because of the cancer it ultimately turned out to be,” Carlson said. Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare and aggressive type of cancer that accounts for only 1 to 5% of all breast cancers. “Today inflammatory carcinoma is still misdiagnosed because it mimics an infection...it does not follow the rules,” Carlson said. Carlson does not blame her doctors for not catching this sooner because most doctors will never see a case of inflammatory breast cancer. “In the matter of three months it grew from something I could just barely feel to something that was almost disfigurSEE BUDDIES PAGE 25

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Staying active as you get older is critical to staying healthy, active and independent. Many people who visit my clinic talk about wanting to be healthier. However, they are unsure of where to start and what activity to do, or they think they have to join a gym to keep fit. Today, I’m going to talk about a fun and easy activity to do that doesn’t require any equipment ... jogging. Now I know you might be thinking, “I hate the thought of running.” But here’s the thing: jogging isn’t to be confused with running. When you run, you move at a much faster pace than when you jog. Think about it this way – jogging is somewhere between walking and running. It’s kind of like taking walking to the next level. Walking itself is a great way to keep active and I do recommend finding ways to fit more walking into your day. However, if you want to do something that gets your heart rate elevated – jogging could be perfect for you. Jogging not only improves your overall fitness, it improves your bone density (important to keeping your body strong and reducing your risk of injury). Jogging improves your cholesterol levels. Jogging reduces inflammation and boosts your mood. Just five to 10 minutes per day of jogging even at a slow and gentle pace is

all you need to start feeling the positive effects. Because jogging is a full-body exercise, it burns a lot of calories. It uses a lot of different muscles, requires a strong core and uses your lower and upper body for balance. Don’t enjoy exercising alone? Jogging, just like walking, can be made social. Jogging at a low intensity allows you to carry on a conversation while staying active – which very few activities do, which makes it an ideal activity to do with friends! But what if you’re not used to keeping active, and the idea of jogging a few miles right now feels daunting? Don’t worry. You don’t have to be a seasoned jogger to get started. In fact, “slow and steady” is better for your body, giving it time to adapt and reducing your risk of any injury. Take it slow and don’t forget to stretch... and include plenty of water breaks! Jogging is a smart way to stay active as you age. With just 50 minutes of jogging each week, you can lose weight, boost heart health, catch-up with friends, and know you’re looking after yourself. Make jogging a regular part of your active lifestyle and you’ll be feeling stronger and healthier in no time. Dr. Nick Hunter is the founder of Preferred Physical Therapy, 18301 N. 79th Avenue, Suite B122, Glendale; for more information, call 623-486-3333 or visit preferredptaz.com.

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ing,” Carlson said. Doctors decided to do a surgical biopsy and quickly knew they were dealing with inflammatory carcinoma. “I don’t care how small your cancer is, how aggressive your cancer is,” Carlson said. “You feel the same thing when you hear the word cancer. It’s devastating.” Images of all the things she would miss seeing her then 9-year-old son do flashed through her mind. The most daunting part for Carlson was picking up the pen and signing her name on the dotted line accepting this treatment had a chance of not working. “I can remember thinking I want to see him be promoted from eighth grade. I wanted to see him with his first girlfriend. I wanted to see him go to prom and I wanted to see him graduate. I wanted to see him get married and I wanted to know my grandchildren,” Carlson said. Doctors began treating Carlson with high-dose chemotherapy. At the same time, she went to the University of Arizona Cancer Center, which was doing a clinical trial for a bone marrow transplant. “This was pretty science fiction stuff back in 1991,” Carlson said. During the trial Carlson underwent a bone marrow transplant as well as stem cell harvesting. She credits her oncologist for being very progressive and dynamic in getting her into this trial and still feels lucky for being a part of it. To pass the time in the hospital, Carlson stocked up on fabric and sewed together a balloon ball everyday that she was in the trial. “I would have the nurses give it to one of the kids in the pediatric ward, so everyday I would make a balloon ball,” Carlson said, “So I was kind of an anomaly.” The trial was projected to take up to six weeks, but on day seven Carlson’s body was making red and white blood cells again. This meant the bone marrow transplant was working. Carlson recalls this special moment because it was also her anniversary. “If there was a poster child for an autologous bone marrow transplant in the treatment of advanced breast cancer, my picture would be on that poster because everything went well,” Carlson said. Debbie Moore has been friends with Calson for 15 years and thinks her story is an inspiration to everyone. “I love Deb Carlson,” Moore said, “I

The Glendale Star appreciate the battle she went through and I’m grateful for everyday of her life.” Carlson emphasized the importance of having a strong support system, especially on the hard days. “You always have those days that are harder and my rule of thumb was it’s okay to have a pity party for 15 minutes, but then you need to spend the next 45 doing something about it,” Carlson said. Carlson found nature to be a healing place for her. She would often take walks and go outside to clear her mind and count her blessings. One of her favorite places to walk to were the antique shops in downtown Glendale. One of the biggest blessings for Carlson was the support that her friends and family have shown her. She reminisced on the day her sisterin-law showed up to the hospital without her long blonde hair. “Well, you don’t have hair so I figured I would cut mine for you,” her sister-in-law said. Carlson encourages people to not be afraid to talk to those who are going through cancer. “When you finally drop down your guard and let someone in and let them help, you find out how much it helps them,” Carlson said. Volunteering is Carlson’s way of giving back and being that positive voice for other women to let them know that no matter how tough the diagnosis is, they can beat it. Through these support programs, women hope to pave the way for others facing this journey. “Warrior” is the word Carlson uses to describe women who have been in her shoes. “It is the perfect word because warriors were strong and they put others in front and fought for what was right and pink warriors do the same thing,” Carlson said. Now Carlson counts every day as a blessing. She plans on sending $100 to a race put on by the doctor who did her bone marrow transplant. “It is a penny a day for every day I have had since the bone marrow transplant. So 10,000 days,” Carlson said. Carlson has never stopped being a positive person and optimistic thinker throughout her battle with inflammatory breast cancer. “Quite honestly I plan to dance on my 92nd birthday,” Carlson smiled, “I am going to have the biggest party ever and that is my plan.”

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Friendship Bench honors Terry Lynch

John F. Long Elementary School students and the Glendale Evening Longhaven Lions members gathered to dedicate a Friendship Bench in honor of Terry Lynch. (Photo courtesy LIons Club)

BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF One of Terry Lynch’s last wishes was to have a “Friendship Bench” placed at John F. Long Elementary School in Glendale. This is the school her Lions Club has long served. Terry Lynch was the president of the Glendale Evening Longhaven Lions before she passed away. To honor her, the Glendale Lions Club recently dedicated a Friendship

Bench at Long Elementary. “The Friendship Bench,” a book by Whitney Dineen, was read at an assembly of ﬁrst through fourth graders followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony. The children each signed pledge posters to not bully and be friends. Made of recycled plastic, the bench is guaranteed to last 50 years. So, the Lions Club said, “This will be a lasting memory dedicated to a wonderful past president, Lion Terry Lynch.”

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Meet the ultimate gravedigger and joy robber Are you currently struggling with your attitude and your joy? Are you struggling with circumstances beyond your control? Is the sound of your own wheels driving you crazy? Do you want your joy back? If so the book of Philippians in the Scriptures unmasks four joy robbers for us, one in each of the four chapters of this epistle. The mission of the four gravediggers is to dig a grave for your joy and bury it. Joy is mentioned 19 times in the book of Philippians. The word mind is mentioned 15 times. Joy is directly linked to how we think. Joy is determined by how we process what is going on around us. One may become a magnet for calamity just by the way he or she thinks. The answer? We change our thinking, perspective, and old ways of processing things. In this life, we can’t avoid pain, but we can avoid joy. Pain

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is inevitable but misery is optional. In chapter one, the Apostle Paul identiﬁes and unmasks circumstances as the ﬁrst and most dangerous of the joy robbers. Us humans generally make this mental assumption, “Circumstances need to go my way to make me happy. I should never suffer.” The fact is the person whose happiness depends on ideal circumstances is going to be miserable much of the time. Consider Paul’s circumstances when he wrote a letter to the church in Philippi. Firstly, he was in a Roman jail. He

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spective or attitude. His circumstances didn’t rule him. He ruled his circumstances or at least his reaction to his circumstances. He was a thermostat, not a thermometer! Thermometers go up and down. Thermometers are reactive. Thermostats are pro-active. Thermostats click on the power when heat and cold comes. Paul kept on rejoicing no matter what. He was able to see the big picture. He was confident there was going to be “and now, the rest of the story.” He knew when you’re down to nothing, God’s up to something. He knew he had problems, but also knew he had a resource bigger than his current circumstances. The Scriptures say the joy of the Lord is your strength. Paul knew if you lose your joy, you lose your strength. If you lose your strength, you can’t fight. If you can’t fight, you will lose the battle of perspective. Happiness is circumstantial. Joy is a choice. Yes, Paul was in jail, but he points out most of the people in church had far more courage to preach the Gospel now that he is in jail. Wow! There’s a positive. Not everything is negative. This is quite a strategy for spreading the Gospel. Lock the pastors in jail and SEE DELPH PAGE 30

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Championing Girl Scouts for generations to come BY CHEYENNE FARNSWORTH Glendale Star Guest Columnist

I am a senior in high school and have been in Girl Scouts since I was a Daisy (kindergarten and first grade). I am now at the Ambassador level (11th to 12th grade). I am 17 years old and a Gold Award Girl Scout recipient. Some of my greatest childhood memories came from being in Girl Scouts. Three other girls and I have been in the same troop since the beginning, which has been so special for us and we’ve become more than friends now – more like sisters! We made lots of memories and learned countless lifelong skills through Girl Scouts. From going to camp, setting goals during Girl Scout Cookie season and earning both our Bronze and Silver Awards – the highest awards you can earn as an individual or troop as a Junior (fourth and fifth grades) and Cadette (sixth through eighth grade) Girl Scout, it has been an unforgettable experience. As I entered my Senior (ninth and 10th grades) and Ambassador level years, I began to think about the pos-

Cheyenne Farnsworth is a Gold Award recipient. (Photo courtesy Cheyenne Farnsworth)

sibility of earning the Gold Award. The Gold Award is the highest, and most difficult award a Girl Scout can earn. It’s completed individually and earned by creating a sustainable solution for an issue in the community.

When I was thinking of different ideas for my Gold Award, I wanted to address something that society frequently overlooked and create a solution that impacted people directly. At the time, there was a girl at my school who became pregnant. Everyone was so quick to judge her and stay away from her, during a time when she was going through a life-altering situation. The support and help she needed was to be surrounded by encouraging people, support and help to balance school work, and the tools to know of safe spaces where other youth like her could learn about affordable resources. It was then that I became inspired to help her and other teens in similar situations. For my Gold Award, I created a monthly newsletter for the Teenage Outreach Pregnancy Services (TOPS) highlighting free to low-cost events in the area for teenage parents to spend time with their kids without money being of concern. I drafted, de-

signed and built this newsletter for seven months. From there, I made an instruction manual for the TOPS volunteers to continue the newsletter. The goal is to provide support to these young, soonto-be parents but also to bring awareness to other students about not judging someone so quickly and instead to give a helping hand to those in need. I also hope my project inspires other Girl Scouts to achieve their Gold Award. After completing my Gold Award, and seeing how much Girl Scouts impacted my life, I now share my story with girls and why they should join. Girl Scouts has been more than cookies for me, it has been friendships, a place where I can grow, childhood memories and now something I will take with me as I turn into a Girl Scout alum. It has been an investment in myself and I hope other girls can invest in Girl Scouting, too. Cheyenne Farnsworth is a Gold Award Girl Scout and senior in high school. She plans to attend Arizona State University in the fall and earn her degree in graphic design.

West-MEC takes flight with trunk or treat BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

trict dedicated to providing innovative career and technical education programs that prepare students to enter the workforce and pursue continuing education. West-MEC CTE programs provide high school students opportunities to earn college credit and industry credentials. The campuses are also in Phoenix, Surprise and Buckeye. “We want people to have a good time,” Sampson said. “We want people to see the programs we have here and hopefully get more interest. Almost all of our classes are full, but it never hurts to get more.”

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Western Maricopa Education Center is putting a new spin on trunk or treat with airplanes, food trucks and classic cars—and it’s all for a good cause. Central West-MEC Campus at 6997 N. Glen Harbor Boulevard, Glendale, is collecting food donations for St Mary’s Food Bank Alliance as part of its Halloween event from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25. Admission is free, but reservations are required by visiting http://bit.ly/ 2J41Tcy. “West-MEC has four campuses and every campus gives back to the community,” said Patrick Sampson, aviation instructor. “This happens to be ours.” The event will feature the Estrella Mountain Car Club showcasing five

to 10 classic cars; an Army Reserves dunk tank; and career tech students with an airplane they’ve turned into a trunk-or-treat destination.

“The event is to collect food, but it’s also to invite people to see the campus,” he said. West-MEC is a public school dis-

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Tips for a safe, healthy Halloween BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF One of kids’ favorite holidays is almost here. Halloween has a well-earned reputation for scares and sweets, but some think health safety is just as important as the tricks and treats. “Halloween is a great time for families to bond, but it doesn’t have to be over chocolate bars. As Halloween continues to evolve, so do your choices for treats for your kids and the trickor-treaters at your door,” said Brian B. Dursteler, an emergency physician at Abrazo West Campus. Abrazo recommends trick-or-treaters (and parents) should wave glow sticks and stay hydrated with juice boxes and mini bottles of water as they hunt for candy. For inexpensive, healthy alternatives to handing out sweets, consider stickers, bubbles, crayons and play dough. “Parents are always concerned with their children’s safety, and there are a few basic things to keep in mind when preparing for a night of trick-or-treating,” added Dursteler.

you accidentally stand too close to a candlelit jack-o’-lantern. Make sure costumes aren’t too long and shoes fit correctly so you don’t trip and fall.

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Abrazo Health says staying safe on Halloween is just as important as having fun. (Photo courtesy Abrazo Health)

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• Avoid wearing cosmetic contact lenses, they can cause eye damage including corneal abrasions, allergic reactions, infection, pain and vision

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• Stay on the sidewalks, and only cross only at intersections. Don’t cross or hide between parked cars. Look both ways before crossing the street. • Carry a ﬂashlight to guide your path and make you more visible to traffic. • Wear reﬂective tape on your costume so drivers can better see you. • Trick-or-treat in a group with adult supervision. • Do not enter homes to get candy. Abrazo Health includes Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, Abrazo Central Campus, Abrazo Mesa Hospital, Abrazo Scottsdale Campus and Abrazo West Campus – along with freestanding emergency centers, urgent care, primary care and specialty physician practices. For more information, visit abrazohealth.com.

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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: COOL PINE AIR LLC II The address of the registered office is: 11439 W Hidalgo, TOLLESON, AZ 85353, The name of the Statutory Agent is: Joseph Sanders 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: Rhonda and Joseph Sanders 11439 W Hidalgo, TOLLESON, AZ 85353, Published Glendale Star, Oct 3, 10, 17, 2019 / 24375

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 and City Vehicles monthly at Westerns Sales Management. For further information, visit the Sierra Auction website www.sierraauction.com and Western Sales Management website https://wsmauctioneers.com/ Published: Glendale Star Oct 24, 2019 / 24995

ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I Name: HEALTHYEATINGTIPS LLC II The address of the registered office is: The name of the Statutory Agent is: United States Corporation Agents, Inc. 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 Robert Tipton 2694 N. Springfield St., BUCKEYE, AZ, 85396 Published Oct 10, 17, 24, 2019 / 24124

NOTICE OF HEARING CITY OF GLENDALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Glendale Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 14, 2019, at 4:00pm in Council Chambers Building, Conference Room B3, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, Arizona, to hear a request for relief from the requirements of the Glendale Zoning Ordinance as follows: COBBLESTONE EXPRESS CAR WASH VAR19-06 A request by Jesse Macias, on behalf of M3 Design, representing Express 36 LLC, in order to allow three (3) free-standing signs where two (2) would otherwise be allowed, relieving pertinent sections of the Glendale Zoning Ordinance Sections 7.104.C.3.b (single tenant buildings) and 7.104.C.3.c (dual tenant buildings). Approval of the request would allow for the placement of a freestanding sign along the West Cactus Road frontage which is less than the required 330 feet (Cactus Road frontage is approximately 260 feet); and allowing for the placement of two freestanding signs along the property frontage on North 67th Avenue, where typically only one freestanding sign would be allowed for a frontage of less than 800 feet (the 67th Avenue property frontage is only 360 feet). The 2.17-acre site is located in a C-2 (General Commercial) zone at the Southeast corner of N 67th Avenue and W Cactus Road;); and is in the Barrel District. Address: 12187 N 67th Avenue (APN 143-04-001Q). Staff Contact: George Gehlert, Planner. Phone: 623930-2597. BOOTH VARIANCE VAR1910: A request by Jerry Booth to allow side yard setbacks of 10 feet where 15 feet is required in the R-2 (Mixed Residence) zoning district. The site is located at 5225 West Caribbean Lane in the Sahuaro District. Staff Contact: Thomas Ritz, AICP, Senior Planner. Phone: 623930-2588. Copies of applications and exhibits are available to the public at the Development Services Department, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, 2nd Floor, Glendale, Arizona, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm weekdays, or at https://glendale.hosted.civiclive.com/cms/o ne.aspx?pageId=15331862 by 5:00pm the Friday before the public hearing. For further information, please call the staff contact listed for each application at (623) 930-2800. Interested parties are invited to attend and participate in the public hearing. FOR SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS Please contact Samantha Cope at (623) 930-2831 or scope@glendaleaz.com at least three working days prior to the meeting if you require special accommodations due to a disability. Hearing-impaired persons, please use the Arizona Relay Service (623) 930-2197. CITY OF GLENDALE Kevin R. Phelps City Manager Published: October 24, 2019 The Glendale Star / 24996

NOTICE OF REQUEST NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CITY OF GLENDALE WATER SERVICES DEPARTMENT GROUNDWATER WELL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES Project No. 181938 CONSULTING SERVICES The City of Glendale (COG) Water Services Department (WSD) is seeking a qualified professional consultant to provide program management services for the testing and rehabilitation of existing groundwater wells, and the design, drilling and construction of new and replacemen t groundwater wells. This project will ensure the City has water supply resiliency, redundancy and long-term sustainability. 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 City’s potable water facilities include three (3) surface water treatment plants, one (1) groundwater treatment plant, seven (7) active direct connected wells and seven (7) reservoirs. Two of the water treatment plants use water from the Salt River Project (SRP) and Central Arizona Project (CAP). This project will focus on the City’s groundwater wells. The City recently completed the evaluation of nine (9) groundwater wells that have operational and/or water quality issues. Each well assessment offered improvement options that include well replacement and/or rehabilitation. The evaluation also included the assessment of four (4) additional well sites, including well site footprints, located in the city’s water pressure Zone 3, to determine if they would be viable options for the installation of new wells. In addition to the well evaluations the City is developing an Integrated Water Master Plan (IWMP). The IWMP will provide planning level recommendations on potential locations and timing for groundwater wells as additional water supply sources. SCOPE OF WORK The selected Consultant will work closely with the City’s Water Services Department and coordinate efforts with the on-going Integrated Water Master Plan (IWMP) project team. The Consultant will also be required to review the Well Evaluation Report for water pressure Zones 1, 2 and 3, and the Peoria/Glendale West Wing Reservoir Supply Feasibility Study. The scope of work will include, but not limited to, the following: 1. Based on the review of the above-mentioned reports and the recommendations of the IWMP groundwater resource water quality and quantity strategies, the Consultant will evaluate and recommend new and replacement well(s) and well site development. 2. Evaluate existing borehole tests data and recommend additional pilot/borehole tests for new and replacement well sites. Use the test results to obtain the hydrological and water quality information needed for well designs and specifications. 3. Evaluate and recommend the best strategies for well design and construction. 4. Facilitate the coordination of the groundwater well program. 5. Coordinate with all regulatory agencies for the required permits. PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE A pre-submittal conference will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, 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, 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/VBIDS/DE-

spond 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/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/VENDORS/DEFAULT.ASPX. Questions pertaining to the RFP or consultant selection process should be directed in writing or emailed to Bill Passmore, Engineering Department, City of Glendale, 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301, or bpassmore@glendaleaz.com. The RFP submittal date is: Friday, November 15, 2019, no later than 2:00 p.m. Any proposal received after this time will not be considered and will be returned to the consultant. CITY OF GLENDALE, ARIZONA Published: October 17 & 24, 2019 The Glendale Star / 24797

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PUBLIC NOTICE ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION I. Name: COOL PINE AIR LLC II. The address of the known place of business is: 11439 W Hidalgo, Tolleson, AZ 85353 III. The name and street address of the Statutory Agent is: Joseph Sanders Membermanaged: Joseph & Rhonda Sanders 11439 W. Hidalgo, Tolleson, AZ 85353 Published: Glendale Star, Oct 3, 10, 17, 2019 / 24377 BRITTANY REI SARACINO 4513 W BERYL AVE GLENDALE, AZ 85302 (602)327-5547 Representing Self SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY Case Number CV2019-051518 In the Matter of: Dominic Keams Saracino DECLARATION SUPPORTING PUBLICATION Regarding Amendment of Birth Certificate of a Minor 1. I'm the Petitioner and I make this Affidavit to show the circumstances why notice by publication was used, and to show how service by publication was done. 2. Notice of this matter was given by publication to: Gilbert Tapia Last Known Address: 4121 N. 18th Dr. Phoenix AZ 85015. Relation to the Minor: Father 3. Service by publication is the best way of providing notice because the person named above is: The other party's residence is unknown and I have not mailed copies of the "Petition" and "Notice" to any address because: address unknown. Published: Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2019 / 24637 The City of Glendale has used fire pumpers for sale through Firetec. Go to www.firetec.com or call 800347-3832 for more information.

SUMMONS CIVIL COMPLAINT AND SUMMONS CASE NUMBER CC2019-101273RC Maricopa County Justice Courts, Arizona San Tan Justice Court, 201 E. Chicago St. #102, Chandler, AZ 85225. 602-372-3400 BURNETTA L COTTO PO BOX 7206 MESA, AZ 85216 (480)416-1956 Plaintiff(s) Dianna Lindenfelser 9739 E Empress Ave. Mesa, AZ 85208. 480-984-9414 Defendant(s) NOTICE AND SUMMONS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S): You are directed to answer this complaint within TWENTY (20) DAYS by filing a written ANSWER in the court named above. If you do not answer or defend, you run the risk of having a judgment entered against you for the amount of plaintiff's claim, plus court costs. A filing fee must be paid at the time your answer is filed. If you cannot afford to pay the required fee, you may request that the Court either waive or defer the fee. Date: 5/20/19 Clerk: JB (SEAL) PLAINTIFF'S CLAIM This Justice Court has venue because -The debt, or cause of action, or the incident that resulted in this claim, occurred in this precinct at the following location: n/a $3500 is the total amount owed me by defendant because: Defendant(s) Dianna Lindenfelser neglected to return my deposit within the 14 days per landlord/tenant Act Article 2 331321 (item D & E or 33-1341.) Nor has she given me a written explanation on why she didn't do so. Security deposit of $1050.00 I gave Dianna a written notice to vacate premises at 7932 E. Milagro on June 3, 2016. The written noice was giv-

this claim, occurred in this precinct at the following location: n/a $3500 is the total amount owed me by defendant because: Defendant(s) Dianna Lindenfelser neglected to return my deposit within the 14 days per landlord/tenant Act Article 2 331321 (item D & E or 33-1341.) Nor has she given me a written explanation on why she didn't do so. Security deposit of $1050.00 I gave Dianna a written notice to vacate premises at 7932 E. Milagro on June 3, 2016. The written noice was given to her with the rent the 3rd of May 2016. I requested her to send the deposit refund to my P.O. Box 7206 Mesa, AZ 85216. I even thanks her for giving me the opportunity to reside in their home for the last 1 1/2 years. (see further items on file) Date: May 20, 2019 /s/ Burnetta L Cotto, Plaintiff Published: Glendale Star, 10/3, 10, 17, 24, 2019 / 24437

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