East Valley Tribune - July 17, 2016

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With a new vision and book, band’s singer has different outlook

Preparing for the worst is a matter of faith

Mormons stockpile groceries as church preaches self-reliance

You’ve probably seen them in the bulk aisles at the WinCo in Chandler and various other East Valley megastores.

You’re there to get hot dogs, baked beans and diet sodas for the weekend barbecue.

As Mormons in the East Valley prepare to celebrate Pioneer Day on July 24, we take a look at one of the church's key doctrines: Preparedness.

The shopper beside you is filling her cart with heavy sacks of flour, rice and beans. She’s grabbing big cans of freeze-dried meals and piling up pallets of drinking water. On the drive home later, you wonder if maybe you’ve encountered an East Valley doomsday prepper who stockpiles automatic weapons in addition to great quantities of food. Perhaps.

you saw at the store were average East Valley Mormons practicing their faith. In the brochure “All Is Safely Gathered In,” published by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2007 and still widely distributed, The First Presidency wrote: “We encourage Church members worldwide to prepare for adversity in life by having a basic supply of food and water and some money in savings.”

But it’s much more likely that the neighbors

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Despite warnings, owners still endanger pets in hot cars

BY SRIANTHI PERERA TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Through the year and particularly in the summer, the Arizona Humane Society educates the public in a dozen different ways on how to protect their pets from hot weather.

It never seems enough.

Pets are still left inside hot cars, law enforcement is constantly called to release them and emergency medical attention is often needed to revive them.

“Despite all the proactive measures we take, and all of the messages we put out there, every year we see this happen,” said Bretta Nelson, public relations manager at the Arizona Humane Society.

“Sometimes we’re able to save the pet in time and other times the pets do pass away.”

Often, it’s ignorance on the part of newcomers to the Valley, who move from cool climes and are not familiar with Arizona’s extreme summer heat. Sometimes, it’s just plain carelessness.

“You never ever want to leave a pet in the car,” Nelson said.

If it’s 100 degrees outdoors, the inside temperature of a car can reach 140 degrees in just minutes. Even a 75-degree day could turn deadly for a dog or a cat, she said.

Chris West, the society’s field operations manager, answers about three to five calls per week in the summer about dogs trapped in cars or pets kept outdoors without adequate protection.

“Animal owners basically need to treat their animals the same way they treat their kids,” he said. “If it’s too warm to have a child in the car, it’s certainly too warm to have a dog in the car.”

West said that people sometimes leave water in the car and leave the windows cracked. However, in an hour or so, the water reaches the same temperature as the car’s interior.

“The animals are not able to cool themselves by drinking that water,” he said.

Malinda Malone of Ahwatukee Foothills has groomed pets for 18 years and now owns Diamond Cut Pet Spa on E. Warner Road, where she grooms about 100 dogs every week.

With that many animal owners within her reach, Malone has an effective vehicle to educate the public, which she feels is “definitely necessary.”

“A lot of pet owners just don’t know that

Hot pets and the law

individual who leaves an animal in a car.”

Failure to provide a pet with adequate water, shelter and/or leaving a pet in a car on a hot day is a violation of Arizona Revised Statute 13-2910, which defines cruelty to animals.

Most owners found guilty of leaing their animals in hot cars are prosecuted by the state for a Class 1 misdemeanor, with punishment of a fine up to $2,500.

The maximum jail time for a Class 1 misdemeanor is six months.

“Normally, it’s a fine but it can result in probation or jail time,” said Chris West, emergency animal medical technician at the Arizona Humane Society.

“Jail time is very rare for an

Should you break the window if you see a dog trapped inside a heated car?

“Under the state statute, there’s nothing that says you can break a window,” West said. “But under certain municipal codes, an animal control officer or a law enforcement officer has the authority to break the window.”

So what should you do when you see a dog in obvious discomfort inside a hot car?

The Arizona Humane Society wants you to call 911, notify the nearby business or its security personnel and stay with the vehicle until help arrives.

MORMONS

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Beth Hansen, who teaches fellow East Valley church members and others about preparing for emergencies, says she and her friends in the Church aren’t fretting about the end of the world. They prepare for sudden job loss, power outages and floods that can disrupt family life.

Mormons want to be self-reliant, she adds, so they can help others in times of need. “We’re taught to store for our families and neighbors,” she says.

An early intervention habitation therapist for 3- to 6-year-old autistic kids, Hansen has made a second career out of teaching people how to create tasty freeze-dried meals and storing them long-term in Mylar bags. She founded the website mylarfoodstoragedinners. com and has written an e-book, “Touch of Gourmet: The New Age Food Storage Manual.”

She shipped a big box of her homemade “just add water” meals to her brother in Seattle last year when a major winter storm knocked out power for days. Her other brother travels all over the world and takes Beth’s meals along whenever he goes to developing countries.

“He calls them his Mormon MREs,” she says, like the military’s Meals Ready to Eat.

Hansen says she can make a twoserving meal from individual freezedried ingredients in five minutes for less than 25 cents. A similar entree from freeze-dried brand Mountain House, beloved by outdoor explorers and food storage advocates, would cost about $7. A #10 can of Mountain House freezedried beef stew costs about $25. Those savings, Hansen points out, can be invested in single-ingredient freezedried #10 cans. Plus, the cook controls the salt content and spiciness of every meal.

Quick can math: The typical can of corn, tomato soup or chicken broth you buy at the grocery store is a #2. A #10 can equals five #2 cans. The #10 can is the gold standard of cafeterias and preparedness practitioners.

Canned goods have a shelf life of two to three years. A can of freeze-dried food will last 10 to 15 years if stored properly. Once opened, a freeze-dried can needs to be consumed in about six to 12 months.

Hansen says she gets her singleingredient, freeze-dried meats, fruits and vegetables at the Honeyville retail store on Kyrene Road in Tempe. That’s also where many of her classes are held. Mormon-owned Honeyville has two stores in Utah, one in Rancho Cucamonga, California, and sells online. She likes WinCo for bulk spices and the 10-cent, oxygen-absorbing packets that go into her Mylar meal bags. Like many other local Mormons, she also gets supplies at the LDS-run Mesa Cannery on El Dorado Circle.

A lot of East Valley church members also like to shop at Preparing Wisely on Mesa Drive in Mesa, which has the added benefit of no city sales tax on food. The shop also carries a variety of clever water storage solutions and survival gear.

Hansen advises food storage beginners to first establish a three-day supply of freeze-dried meals that can be stowed in a bug-out bag, a backpack meant for evacuation scenarios. In addition to food and water, a proper bug-out bag should also contain basic survival items—an outdoor knife, a multi-tool, waterproof matches, a flashlight and an emergency blanket.

Hansen says she piles on the protein for emergency meals and avoids using rice or pasta, because it might not always be possible to boil water when you’re on the go. “In an emergency, you need calories,” she says.

Enildo Leiva, owner of Preparing Wisely, says a peppermint candy is tucked away in his bug-out bag, knowing

that a little luxury will be a huge comfort in a high-stress situation.

Live your prep

Once your family has a three-day supply of food, Hansen says, buy a few extra items to add to your storage every week. Gradually, you’ll build up a oneweek supply, a one-month supply and finally attain the ideal of a three-month supply.

Hansen says families should stockpile foods that are a part of their normal diets and routinely draw on items from their three-month supply to use in weekly meals. This avoids spoilage and ensures that you won’t be eating unfamiliar and boring foods during times of hardship.

“A lot of people have this mentality that they’ll be fine with rice and beans,” says Jared Petry, manager of the Honeyville Tempe store. “You’ll get food fatigue.”

Rotating food storage is also more practical for East Valley homeowners who lack storage space, he explains. Even freeze-dried food will wither quickly if kept in a garage at summertime temperatures.

Holly Jackson, a Mormon in Queen Creek, says food storage is a fantasy for

Pioneer Day marks key event for LDS church

BY MIKE BUTLER TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Pioneer Day, July 24, is a very important date on the calendar for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

After an arduous trek west from Nauvoo, Illinois, seeking a refuge from religious harassment, Brigham Young and other Church leaders began arriving in the Salt Lake Valley over a period of four days, July 21-24, 1847.

observed Monday, July 25, this year. In Salt Lake City, many Mormons attend sunrise services, parades, fireworks and performances by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.

Mormon communities in Arizona and other states often celebrate with potlucks and picnics, songs and dances, and pioneer-related activities, such as wearing pioneer garb and re-enacting the entrance into the Salt Lake Valley by handcart.

a couple who has eight children. “I can’t keep up with them.”

But Jackson and her husband have accumulated a 300-gallon reservoir of water to get them through tough times.

“Living in Arizona,” she says, “we thought that was the No. 1 priority.”

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According to Church tradition, Young knew immediately that this was the place. “I ascended and crossed over the Big Mountain … so that I could have a view of a portion of Salt Lake Valley. The Spirit of Light rested upon me and hovered over the valley, and I felt that there the Saints would find protection and safety.”

An official Utah holiday, most government offices and many businesses are closed. The state holiday will be

Snowflake, Arizona, founded in 1878 by Mormon pioneers, celebrates with a two-day rodeo (July 22-23 this year), barbecue, parade, fireworks and other celebratory activities.

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PETS

the heat is dangerous for their animals. They think that because humans can be out for an extended period of time, their dog can be also,” she said. “But, pets can’t because they don’t sweat like we do, they have a fur coat and they just can’t keep themselves cool enough during the summer.”

Malone said it doesn’t have to be overly warm for disasters to happen.

“If its 70 to 80 degrees, it’s hot for dogs that don’t have long enough snouts or muzzles to be able to cool themselves,” she said. “So it all depends on the types of animals.”

At the Diamond Cut Pet Spa, Malone also provides cardiopulmonary resuscitation workshops for pet owners. The eight-hour classes utilize a hands-on approach where participants practice on

Pet safety tips

• Keep pets indoors.

• Provide pets access to cool water at all times, whether indoors or out.

• Never chain your pet; if they get tangled up, it will be difficult for them to access shade or water.

• Do not exercise your pet during the sweltering afternoon heat (hot pavement will burn a dog’s paws). Walk your pet in the very early morning hours or very late in the evening.

• Avoid long walks, hikes or excessive play. They will not know when to slow down and will not be able to ask for help.

• Never leave your pet in a parked car; on a hot summer day, a car’s interior temperature can reach 200 degrees. If you see a pet in a hot car, call 911, notify the business/security and stay with the vehicle.

For pets that must stay outdoors:

• Provide shelter that is ventilated with good air circulation in a shaded area.

• Wading pools filled with water are excellent to keep your pets cool this summer season; be sure to keep the pool in a shaded area.

• Pets that have very short, lighter colored hair are prone to sunburn. A sunscreen safe for babies works well.

• Provide clean, cool drinking water in a non-metal, spill-proof container that is large enough for the specific pet; in-ground swimming pools are not adequate water sources and contain harmful chemicals.

stuffed animals, “until everybody’s really comfortable with the skills.”

Cooling overheated pets is one of the topics discussed. “It has to be done slowly; otherwise, they can go into shock and die,” Malone said.

West and his team also revive animals with rapid cooling methods. They spray their foot pads and the insides of their ears with a misted alcohol, administer a subcutaneous or intravenous coolant or place them inside an air-conditioned kennel. If all else fails, they transport the animal to the Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital, a shelter-based trauma hospital in Phoenix for homeless pets, where more invasive cooling procedures are available.

If you witness a pet in distress, contact Arizona Humane Society’s Emergency Field Dispatch at 602-997-7585 extension 2073.

Warning signs: Heat exhaustion in dogs

• Red gums and tongue

• Loud, rapid panting

• Excessive/lack of drool

• Rapid pulse

• Excessive thirst

• Vomiting/diarrhea

• Glazed eyes

• Elevated temperature

• Weakness, collapse

• Seizures

• Unconsciousness

• Body temperature over 103 degrees

What to do

• Call your veterinarian

• Move your pet to a cool place

• Place a cool, wet cloth on bellies, ears, paws and neck

• Direct a fan to blow on your pet.

What not to do

• Do not force water

• Do not leave pet alone

• To avoid shock, do not use cold water or submerge pet in cold bath.

– Arizona Humane Society

EV Republican convention delegates standing by Trump

BY PAUL MARYNIAK TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

First of two parts. Next week: What Phillybound Democrats are expecting.

They will be traveling to Cleveland this weekend on behalf of Arizona, ready to make Donald Trump the 2016 Republican candidate for president of the United States.

But the four Ahwatukee delegates to the Republican National Convention— Loraine Pellegrino, Tom Morrissey and his wife Kris, and state Rep. Jill Norgaard—reflect three different starting points in their support for the billionaire mogul. They are among the 58 Arizona delegates to the convention, which starts Monday.

There are delegates from Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert and other East Valley municipalities, but they declined invitations to talk about the convention, said Tim Sifert, the media representative for the Arizona Republican Party.

“So many people are afraid to talk to the media,” Sifert said. “A lot of delegates are ordinary people and they just don’t want to talk.”

High-profile Republican office holders are attending the convention, and they rarely run from a reporter. They include people like Gov. Doug Ducey, Sheriff Joe Arpaio and various state legislators. But everyday Republicans haven’t been heard from as much.

So far, 17 delegates or alternates statewide have resigned their assignment, giving way to substitutes who were waiting in the wings as replacements. Sifert said the majority of those who decided not to make the trip to Cleveland begged off for personal reasons. Only one, whom he declined to name, quit rather than vote for Trump.

But the Ahwatukee delegation is standing firmly behind the likely Republican nominee for president.

in office from what they showed on the campaign trail.

“I think people are tired of elected officials not listening to people,” he said. He praises what he calls Trump’s unwavering adherence to conservative principles without influence by lobbyists, pollsters or big donors.

“Joe Arpaio has a spine; Donald Trump has a spine,” he says.

Kris Morrissey, a former Travelers Insurance vice president who now owns her own insurance agency, says “Trump is an acquired taste for many people.” She didn’t warm up to the candidate herself until late last fall, when she became convinced “he will get the job done.”

“At first I saw his repeated gaffes and kept saying, ‘he’s done,’” she recalled.

“But look, Obama was a community organizer and he won the White House twice. Why is it so hard to believe that someone with Trump’s accomplishments in business can win and then actually do something?”

Saying she was raised on conservative values but, unlike her husband, not steeped in party politics until fairly recently. Morrissey initially considered nearly all the Republican candidates suitable standard bearers for the conservative cause.

Now, she believes “Trump is the right person at the right time.”

Pellegrino, president of the Ahwatukee Republic Women, and Norgaard started out as Ted Cruz supporters. But once Trump won the Arizona Republican primary, they embraced him.

Despite frequent news reports of a “Dump Trump” revolt, the four delegates expect the convention will go smoothly with nary a rebel in sight.

(Special to Tribune)

Tom Morrissey, a former state GOP chairman whose conservative activism dates back to his college days stumping the streets of Brooklyn for Barry Goldwater, has been a staunch Trump supporter almost from the get-go. He initially liked Herman Cain, however. He looks at Trump as an alternative for Republicans who are fed up with the GOP “machine” of elected officials. He says they become different people

“We’re pledged in writing to support the candidate who won the primary election,” Pellegrino said, recalling the 2012 RNC in Tampa that nominated Mitt Romney. She said that before the bus left the hotel for the convention center, “you were told you had to sign the pledge to vote for Romney or you were off the bus.”

She said Ron Paul delegates in 2012 posed a greater threat than anti-Trump activists do now. “The Ron Paul

Newly filed petitions address hospital pay, minimum wage

Arizona voters may get a chance to raise the pay for some and cap it for others this November in petitions filed recently.

One measure would raise the minimum wage, in steps, to $12 an hour by 2020. Organizers say 270,000 signatures were turned in, far more than the 150,000 needed to make the ballot.

The minimum wage in Arizona now is $8.05 an hour.

The other measure keeps hospital executives from earning no more than the amount the president of the United States earns—currently $450,000 a year. This measure grew out of a dispute between a California-based union and hospital chains.

Petitions containing 281,087 signatures were submitted, and just over 150,000 need to be validated.

– RALPH ZUBIATE, TRIBUNE EDITOR

MCC student awarded full-tuition scholarship

Mesa Community College student Marcus Downing has been awarded the Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy Scholarship.

The program covers full tuition, fees and books. It also includes a $2,750 annual living allowance and the help of an academic advisor mentor.

Downing, 41, is pursuing an associate’s degree in web development at MCC. He said plans to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree afterward.

– TRIBUNE STAFF REPORT

Wells Fargo drive will benefit state food banks

Wells Fargo is conducting its annual food drive until July 27.

Collections for the 9th Annual Summer Statewide Food Drive will take place at all 253 Wells Fargo Community Banking stores throughout Arizona. Donations will benefit members of the Association of Arizona Food Banks.

Those wishing to donate cash can send checks to their local food banks or to the Association of Arizona Food Banks. Donations may be made online at azfoodbanks.org or sent to 2100 N. Central Ave., Ste. 230, Phoenix, AZ 85004.

Tempe Autoplex dealers donated $10,000 to veterans group

In support of veterans and an organization committed to helping them, Tempe Autoplex dealers recently donated $10,000 to Homes for our Troops, a nonprofit organization that builds mortgage-free homes customized for severely injured veterans.

On June 14, all 12 dealers presented the check to veteran Mike Leonard and his wife Cheryl. They have lived in their customized home since November 2013.

Tempe Autoplex dealers hosted a Freedom event fundraiser on Memorial Day weekend and made a donation for every car sold.

– EVAN BALTMAN, TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Chandler interviews four finalists to oversee parks

Four candidates are being considered for Chandler’s Community Services Director position. The interviews took place July 13 after 95 people applied.

The four finalists are Kory Alfred, Director of Parks and Recreation for Madison, Alabama; Christopher Nunes, Director of Parks and Recreation for The Woodlands, Texas; Nanette Smejkal, Recreation and Parks Director for Santa Rosa, California; and Michael Svetz, Senior Project Manager for PROS Consulting in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The Community Services Director is responsible for 65 parks for regional, community, neighborhood and specialty uses, plus six recreation centers, six aquatic facilities and hundreds of aquatic, park and recreation programs.

– TRIBUNE STAFF REPORT

Kroger recalls ice cream that may contain peanuts

Kroger has recalled Deluxe S’mores Ice Cream sold in its retail stores, including Fry’s, because the product may contain peanuts not listed on the label.

Customers who are allergic to peanuts could have a severe reaction. No illnesses have been reported.

The 48-ounce tub of Kroger Deluxe S’mores Ice Cream carries the UPC code of 0001111001399 and has a sell-by date of May 20 to May 23, 2017.

Customers who are concerned should return the ice cream to a store for a full refund or replacement. For more information, call Kroger at 1-800-KROGERS.

delegates were scary,” she said. Besides, she contended, “that ship has sailed.”

A past Arizona Republican State Committee chairman, Tom Morrissey scoffs at the notion of any credible threat to Trump’s nomination. But he added, “Should anything happen to tear the nomination away from him, I would leave the party.”

To varying degrees, all but Norgaard expressed a sense of betrayal and anger over the direction of the Republican Party—emotions that Tom Morrissey believes have propelled a philosophical schism.

Tom Morrissey describes himself as a “Jacksonian Republican,” harkening back to President Andrew Jackson— considered the founder of the modern Democratic Party—who rode to victory in 1828 by attracting farmers, laborers and naturalized immigrants with his vow to elevate the influence of the common man on American politics and policy.

“There are two Republican parties right now,” Tom Morrissey said. “There’s the establishment and then there’s the grassroots. But what’s happening now I have never seen in my life. The machine

has stalled.

Kris Morrissey believes major donors exert so much influence today that once their candidates are elected, “the donors benefit from the machine.”

“But this year, you have this big following of people who are not trying to take over like donors take over,” she added. “They just are happy to have a candidate who listens to them.”

Tom Morrissey believes what largely fuels the Trump phenomenon is anger over the seismic shifts in the U.S. economy.

And while he believes Trump shares the goals of two other mavericks who became Republican presidential candidates— Goldwater and Ronald Reagan—he says Trump has a significant difference.

“Where they differ is in the means. Goldwater had a Harry Truman quality in his method of day-to-day business. Reagan had a unique ability to go around the media and connect with the people on an almost personal level. Trump has the qualities of both men. He goes right at the opposition, pulls no punches and connects with the people on a level seldom on the political stage today.”

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Police working to build community bridges

BY ERIC SMITH TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

With tensions rising around the country between law enforcement and the communities they serve, police and their allies are doing everything they can to win back hearts and minds.

“Prior to the shooting in Dallas and back even before the incident in Ferguson occurred … we started developing more contacts with community-based organizations,” said Sgt. Greg Howarth of the Chandler Police Department’s Community Resources unit.

“What we’ve been doing is reaching out to all of the diverse groups we have in Chandler and meet with them to hear their concerns.”

Howarth noted that the Chandler Police Department reaches out to Hispanic groups, Muslim groups and even the Chandler Chamber of Commerce.

All of it is aimed at working to build trust. But it isn’t just the police that are working for better relations.

Mesa resident Melisa Mel runs an

advocacy campaign for police officers called Cops are Cool ’Cause They Care. It hopes to raise awareness that police officers are still regular people behind the badge.

“The more I analyzed it, the more I noticed (police) had become a vulnerable population,” Mel said. “As a community, we need to stand behind them.”

Part of Mel’s mission is to educate people that police deserve respect just like anyone.

“They have families, they have goals, they have dreams, they have children,” Mel said. She said the organization is for people “who don’t appreciate officers.”

And, just as importantly, Howarth stressed the importance of community and police working together.

“We can’t solve all of the crimes and we can’t do this alone,” Howarth said. “So we need those partnerships from the community.”

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Arizona Supreme Court applications accepted

Two positions on the Arizona Supreme Court are open and applications are being accepted now. The Commission on Appellate Court Appointments will review applications, conduct interviews and recommend at least three nominees for each position to Gov. Doug Ducey.

Applicants must be at least 30 years old, residents of Arizona, admitted to the practice of law in the state for the past 10 years, and of good moral character.

A copy of the application form can be downloaded at the Judicial Department website at azcourts.gov/jnc. Applications also are available by calling 602-452-3311 or by email at jnc@courts.az.gov.

As of January 1, 2017, the new justices will be paid $157,325 annually.

– TRIBUNE STAFF REPORT

Free vaccines for children offered at Tempe center

Free vaccines are available this Wednesday for children from infants to teens at the Escalante Multi-Generational Center in Tempe.

The free clinics are conducted by Emergency Medical Services staff of the Fire Medical Rescue Department. The clinic will be open from 4 to 6 p.m. at 2150 S. Orange St. in Tempe. To learn more about who qualifies for the free service, go to tempe.com/medical.

– TRIBUNE STAFF REPORT

Back-to-school drives set for Higley, Gilbert districts

Two back-to-school supply drives are scheduled for teachers and families in the Higley and Gilbert school districts

The drive will help teachers who often must purchase everyday supplies for their own classrooms.

The VF Factory Outlet at Power Square Mall, Power Road and Baseline in Mesa, will offer discounts to customers who bring in new supplies such as pencils, paper, erasers, crayons, folders, glue and more.

The drive will be July 23 and 24 for the Higley district and July 30 and 31 for the Gilbert district.

– RALPH ZUBIATE, TRIBUNE EDITOR

Introductory archery class to take place at Usery Park

A beginning archery class will introduce students to recreational and internationalstyle target archery. The class will be at Usery Park, 3939 N. Usery Pass Road, on Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.

Equipment will be provided. This class is open to anyone ages 8 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Archers are encouraged to bring water and to wear closed-toe shoes.

Registration is not required, and the only charge is a $6 park entry fee.

– EVAN BALTMAN, TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Family Day events coming to Mesa’s i.d.e.a Museum

Family Day at the i.d.e.a Museum will feature a sci-fi theme this Saturday. Activities will include a costume parade, mask making and a photo booth. Participants can create a robot, design future fashion, experiment with steampunk gears and design a sci-fi set.

Admission is $8 for non-members, and free for members.

For more information, go to facebook.com/events/1021505287941877.

– EVAN BALTMAN, TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Nighttime kayaking event Friday at Tempe Town Lake

Kayakers will get a chance to paddle around Tempe Town Lake at night this Friday.

The Moonlight Kayak opportunity will occur from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

No experience is required and all kayaking equipment will be provided. For more information on paddling or other boating activities, go to tempe. gov/ boating or call 480-350-5200.

Uber customers can help raise money for cancer center

Anyone wanting to help raise money for cancer patients in the Valley now has an unusual way to do so.

Uber customers who download an application and use the promotional code “GIVEHOPE” get their first Uber ride free, and $10 will be donated to Banner Health Foundation to support Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. The maximum value of the free ride is $15, and it can be used in any Uber market in any state.

Uber Arizona General Manager Steve Thompson said the company that connects drivers and riders is thrilled to help raise money for the cancer center.

Arizona Humanities offering $10,000 Storying Arizona grant

Arizona Humanities, the Arizona affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, invites organizations to collaborate and apply for a new special grant initiative.

The $10,000 grant opportunity, Storying Arizona, will be awarded to

a collaborative team of two or more organizations who propose public programs that educate, interpret, and/ or promote awareness of humanitarian resources in Arizona. The grant is open to all Arizona communities.

Applications are now open. Full proposals are due on Nov. 1. Applicants will be notified of the award decision by Dec. 1. The application is available at azhumanities.org.

Ruling lets police search if they smell marijuana

A pair of new court rulings allows the police to pursue a search of a place or vehicle solely based on the odor.

The justices rejected arguments that the 2010 voter-approved law which allows some people to legally possess or use marijuana means that the smell alone is no longer evidence that a crime is occurring. But Chief Justice Scott Bales, writing for the unanimous court, said that law did not legalize the drug for the vast majority of Arizonans.

“The odor of marijuana in most circumstances will warrant a reasonable person believing there is a fair probability that contraband or evidence of a crime is present,’’ he wrote.

Possible Democrat VP pick went to McClintock High in Tempe

BY MIKE BUTLER TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

When news leaked Wednesday that Hillary Clinton is considering retired Navy Adm. James G. Stavridis as her vice presidential running mate, it didn’t surprise Brad Dowden, who was good friends with “Jim” at McClintock High School in Tempe.

Dowden, who is retired from the Kyrene Elementary school district and now lives in Queen Creek, said Stavridis managed his winning campaign to be student president in 1972, their senior year.

He and Stavridis were also in Key Club and worked for the Guidon, the school’s newspaper. As a student sports correspondent for the Tempe Daily News, Dowden filed many stories on the accomplishments of the McClintock Chargers tennis team, which was captained by Stavridis.

“Jim was a high-achieving individual even then,” Dowden said. “He’s always been a very effective communicator, writing and speaking.”

Stavridis became well known outside of military circles when he gave a 2012 TED talk on global security. He is also the author of the 2014 book, “The Accidental Admiral: A Sailor Takes Command at NATO.” Before his

appointment as NATO’s 16th supreme allied commander, NATO had always been led by generals.

Currently, Stavridis, 61, serves as dean of the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. He received his master’s degree and doctorate from the Fletcher School after graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy.

Dowden said he spoke with Stavridis for a few minutes Wednesday afternoon after the New York Times reported that the admiral was being vetted by the Clinton campaign.

“He’s very happy right now,” Dowden said. “He told me how much he loved being in education. He enjoys it very much.”

Dowden said he thinks Stavridis would make an excellent vice president or a Cabinet official should the former secretary of State win the election.

“He said the next week should be rather interesting,” Dowden said.

Another veteran, retired Lt. Gen. Michael T. Flynn, was reportedly on GOP nominee Donald Trump’s short list for vice president, although he ended up selecting Indiana Gov. Mike Pence to be his running mate.

– Reach Mike Butler at 480-898-6581 or at mbutler@timespublications.com.

Gilbert in negotiations for first cemetery

BY SRIANTHI PERERA TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Gilbert is the largest metropolitan community in the United States that does not have a cemetery. That may change.

The town has entered into negotiations with Mesa-based Bunker Family Funerals and Cremation for the development and operation of a cemetery just west of Greenfield and Queen Creek roads.

A total of 21.75 acres of town-owned, undeveloped land is to be leased for the full-service cemetery with a funeral home onsite. About eight acres are to be developed in the project’s $5 million first phase. That will feature lawn burial areas, private estates, a garden mausoleum and a cremation/estate garden with a crematory designed into the funeral home.

If all goes according to plan, the cemetery has a targeted opening for March 2018.

“It’s a project we’ve been working on for many years; I’m really glad that we’ve reached this point,” said Mayor John Lewis, who was among those present at a recent open house held at the South Area Service Center. At the open house,

residents could view the conceptual layout and provide feedback.

The costs for the cemetery, including its development, operations and maintenance, will be handled by Bunker, according to Jacob Ellis, assistant to the town manager.

Bunker Family Funerals and Cremation has been in the Valley since 1963. Its three locations in Mesa serve about 900 families each year, and many of those families are from Gilbert.

“We were looking to do a stand-alone funeral home in Gilbert, and then this came together,” said Randy Bunker, funeral director.

The Gilbert cemetery goal is to serve about 300 families a year within five years of operation, Bunker said.

“There are about 900 deaths in Gilbert every year. We won’t serve all of them, we understand that. We will serve many of them. That will be our goal,” he said.

A town-commissioned feasibility study says residents travel more than 20 minutes to a neighboring city such as Mesa, Chandler, Queen Creek, Tempe or Phoenix to obtain funeral services, purchase plots, make arrangements and visit burial sites.

Mesa officals seek comment on developments

BY SHELLEY RIDENOUR TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Public input is being sought on the possible development of about 25 acres of land owned by the city of Mesa.

The city owns the undeveloped land at the southwest corner of University and Mesa Drives.

No plans for how to develop the land have yet been made, according to city spokesman Kevin Christopher. Rather, city leaders want to hear ideas from the public about possible uses for the land. So, two public meetings have been scheduled to gather those ideas.

Bunker said that about 70 percent of deaths in all Maricopa County result in cremation.

“So we have a need for memorials of those type of things—mausoleums, niches, family estates and lots of trees. We want to create a sense of peace, there’ll be walking trails and things, community residents can come in and spend time,” he said.

Following completion of the first phase, Bunker anticipates completing about four other phases depending on the community’s needs.

Mayor Lewis said that so far, “very positive” feedback has come.

“It was just 11 years ago that Mercy Gilbert and Banner Gateway Medical Center were established. Yes, you could have been born in a home, but for the most part, that was really the opening of being born in Gilbert,” he said. “And this is the key part of the whole cycle in life.”

To give feedback on the cemetery project, go to gilbertaz.gov/cemetery or mail comments to Gilbert Cemetery Feedback, 50 E. Civic Center Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85296.

Among the topics city officials expect to hear about at the meetings are possible residential projects, non-residential projects, and creating a pedestrianfriendly area with public amenities and open space, Christopher said in a press release. They also want ideas on how to make any development fit with the existing nearby neighborhoods, including the Wilbur Historic District. Meeting dates are Tuesday, July 19, and Thursday, Aug. 4. Both meetings are scheduled from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Charles K. Luster Utilities Building, 640 N. Mesa Drive.

Residents may also submit input via an online survey at surveylegend. com/l/5q7. Christopher said the survey should take between 4 and 7 minutes to complete.

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Mesa woman featured in national Weight Watchers magazine

BY PAUL MARYNIAK TRIBUNE MANAGING EDITOR

Jordan Hamel of Mesa got a good news-bad news surprise when she went to see her doctor in October 2014 about a sore throat.

The good news: “I thought I had a cyst. The doctor told me it was a sore from acid reflux.”

The bad news started her on a 13-month campaign that wound up landing her as the focus of a full page story in the current issue of Weight Watchers’ national magazine.

“When I stepped on the scale, I was shocked at what I weighed,” she said. “It was a double whammy. The doctor said I gave myself this problem. I was mad. I knew right then I needed to make a lifestyle change.”

Hamel, 40, opted out of medication she had been prescribed and opted in to a weight-loss and lifestyle-change program that helped her shed 43 pounds.

“The first week, I lost 6 pounds and,

honestly, I noticed a difference right away.” After a few months, she added an exercise regimen and now rides her bike 16 to 20 miles, four days a week. She now is below her weight goal.

With active teenagers in the house, Hamel said falling into the quick-grab drive-through routine came easily, “but now I know the places to go to and the healthy choices I can make.”

Hamel said she was “blown away that I was selected” for Weight Watchers’ magazine.

In February, the magazine sent a writer, photographer, videographer and hair and makeup artists to her home.

“I’ve been an inspiration to people, and that makes me super happy,” she said. “I actually know three people who have joined Weight Watchers and lost weight because of my story.”

The other result of her successful diet hit closer to home.

“My husband noticed how much better I felt and he started making changes, too,” she said.

Harpist named new CSO executive director

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Overseeing the business side of a 100-member, all-volunteer orchestra isn’t an easy job. But Pam Hahn, principal harpist for the Chandler Symphony Orchestra, is up for the task.

Hahn went so far as to campaign for the executive director position, which the board of directors created this year. She has served on the board of directors since 2011 and was its president— handling president and executive director jobs—for three years.

“I’ve been trying to get it for about a year,” said Hahn, an Ahwatukee resident who served on that city’s Chamber of Commerce board of directors for seven years.

“It was time to separate this from the president duty and allow someone else to take over president of the board.”

Offering concerts for free, the CSO began with an orchestra that Maestro

Jack Herriman conducted at Mesa Community College. When the rehearsal space was no longer available in 1991, the majority of the orchestra formed the San Marcos Symphony two years later. In 2006, the orchestra was renamed the Chandler Symphony Orchestra, thanks to the support of the Chandler City Council and former mayor Boyd Dunn.

Hahn began her role as CSO executive director on July 1. She’s in charge of administering to the orchestra’s day-today executive tasks and decisions.

With the 2017-2018 season, the CSO is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Hahn, who has been with the orchestra since 1996, likens the CSO to an old friend.

“I enjoy the people who are in the orchestra,” said Hahn, whose mother was a harpist. “The Chandler Symphony is known Valleywide as one of the friendliest orchestras.

“In the Chandler Symphony, a lot of us are old friends. We’ve been together for a long time. It’s a nice atmosphere.”

It is in the CSO’s mission statement

that tickets are to be free, except for its annual fundraiser.

“Jack is adamant about that,” Hahn said. “We provide this great music to anybody who wants to hear it. You don’t have to go to a really great orchestra and pay a lot of money to hear some great music.”

To make up for the free tickets, CSO thrives on donations from the public and funds provided by the city of Chandler. Tickets for its fundraiser are $10.

Hahn is looking forward to serving as executive director.

“I know what makes a successful board and what makes a successful organization,” she said. “We offer a really valuable service to the citizens of Chandler—young and old.”

For more information, visit chandlersymphony.net.

– Contact Christina Fuoco-Karasinski at 480898-5612 or christina@timespublications.com.

CHANDLER

Chandler Fire department swears in 9 new graduates

Nine graduates of the Chandler Fire, Health & Medical (CFHM) Department were sworn in last month. They received their official badges, took the oath of office and were given their station and shift assignments.

Chief Tom Dwiggins congratulated the graduates for completing the 12-week training academy and welcomed them to the department. After his remarks, Dwiggins presented the graduates with their official badges, which were pinned on by family members. City Magistrate Alicia Skupin then administered the sworn oath to the graduating members of Recruit Class 16-01.

The new members are Ladd Elwood, Scott Graves, Devin Howell, Robert Krauel, Brian Leuders, Joe Ricci, Nick Robertson, Daniel Rosales and Trent Tope.

Residents get discount with free prescription card

A free prescription discount card for Chandler residents has saved them $556,453 since its inception four years ago.

The program was launched as part of Mayor Jay Tibshraeny’s Health Connect initiative and gives customers an average discount of 65 percent off the retail price.

The free prescription drug card can be printed online at coast2coastrx.com/ cities/az/chandler. No application or personal information is required. For more information, visit the Mayor’s Health Connect initiative, visit chandleraz.gov/connect.

Chandler’s public services earn national accreditation

Chandler’s public services were recently reaccredited by the American Public Works Association.

To achieve reaccreditation, Chandler had to show full or substantial compliance with 465 best management practices covering 31 different categories. Categories ranged from wastewater treatment and engineering design to street sweeping and pavement repair.

The APWA is the largest and oldest organization of its kind in the world, with headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri, and 63 chapters throughout North America.

EAST VALLEY

District 5 candidates to meet the public at Gilbert forum

A forum featuring the candidates for Congressional District 5 will take place Tuesday in Gilbert.

This forum will give the public the opportunity to meet the candidates, pick up campaign materials and hear from each candidate about key issues affecting the business community.

The East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance is hosting the Meet & Greet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Falls Event Center, 4635 E. Baseline Road, Gilbert.

For more information or to register for attendance, visit gilbertaz.com/CD5.

Gilbert, Chandler in top 20 hardest working cities

Gilbert is the 11th hardest-working city in the nation, and Chandler is number 15, according to WalletHub.

WalletHub’s analysts compared the 116 largest cities based on six key metrics to recognize the hardest workers in the U.S.

The data set ranges from “labor force participation rate” to “average weekly work hours” to “number of workers with multiple jobs.”

Two physician practices picked for new cancer care program

Seven physician group practices in Arizona, including two in the East Valley, have been selected by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to participate in a new cancer care program.

The Medicare portion of the Oncology Care Model includes more than 3,200 oncologists and will cover approximately 155,000 patients nationwide. Participating locally are Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert and Ironwood Physicians P.C. in Chandler. Practices will provide treatment following nationally recognized clinical guidelines for patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Downtown Tempe to host Brunch Crawl food tour

TEMPE

More funding approved for HOAs, neighborhoods

The Downtown Tempe Brunch Crawl, featuring food and drinks all around Tempe, kicks off Saturday.

Funding for Tempe HOAs and neighborhood associations have increased through the Maryanne Corder Neighborhood Grant Program. The Tempe City Council approved an increase of $25,000 for this year.

There will be three brunch spots, drink and food specials, and an airconditioned trolley. Participants should RSVP at brunchcrawl.splashthat.com.

The crawl will start at Delice Bistro, 690 S. Mill Ave., and will run from 9:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

The program awards grant money to Tempe HOAs and neighborhood associations to help fund neighborhood initiated enhancements. Applicants can submit project ideas for park and path improvements, neighborhood art, landscape projects, fencing, neighborhood signage and more.

Winemaker dinner features five-course meal

Both La Bocca Urban Wine Bar + Kitchens, on Mill Avenue in Tempe, will partner with Taken Wine Company from the St. Helena region of Napa to host its first-ever winemaker dinner on Wednesday.

The Maryanne Corder Neighborhood Grant Program began in 1994 to give communities a proactive role in improving and revitalizing their neighborhoods. For more information and program criteria, visit tempe.gov/ neighborhoodgrants.

The evening will begin with a 30-minute reception including passed hors d’oeuvres, followed by a five-course dinner specially created for the event by La Bocca’s award-winning chef, Judd Cummings.

School backpack giveaway will help Tempe students

Verizon retailer TCC will give Tempe students the opportunity to get a backpack filled with school supplies.

TCC’s annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway will take place July 30 from noon to 3 p.m. at 5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle, Suite 678.

Backpacks will be filled with supplies including pencils, paper, a pencil box, folders and glue. One backpack per child present will be given away on a firstcome, first-served basis while supplies last.

All leftover backpacks will be donated to local schools.

Tempe Police awarded $10,000 grant from State Farm

The Tempe Police Public Information and Social Media Unit was awarded a $10,000 State Farm Good Neighbor Citizenship grant.

State Farm said the unit’s commitment to community safety resulted in the grant award. The money will supplement the Department’s existing budget, and will make it possible to engage in Public Service Announcement safety campaigns throughout the year.

The Taken Winemaker Dinner, limited to 40 guests, is priced at $75 per person, plus tax and gratuity. For reservations, please call (480) 840-1799.

MESA

Christmas in July campaign to benefit Mesa shelter

Valley chiropractors will participate in the “Christmas in July” campaign for the 19th year in a row, this time to benefit a Mesa family homeless shelter.

A New Leaf (formerly La Mesita) will receive donations of money or goods dropped off at independent chiropractic offices from Monday through Aug. 19. In exchange for participating, the chiropractors are offering new patients an exam, consultation and adjustment for the cost of one adjustment alone plus a donation to A New Leaf.

Mesa offers two-week camp to prepare students for PSAT

Mesa Counts on College has partnered with The Princeton Review to provide a free Summer PSAT Test Preparation Boot Camp.

The two-week camp will give students lessons designed to prepare students for the PSAT Test.

COMMENTARY

Problem is not just policing, but also our attitude toward police

BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ TRIBUNE COLUMNIST

The scenes of furious protesters that these days lead every newscast fill me with thoughts of the many good cops I have known in my life. Absolutely, I feel sympathy and compassion for the loved ones of dead men like Alton Sterling and Philando Castile, Freddie Gray and Michael Brown. But my sympathies extend further than that, beyond Baton Rouge and Falcon Heights and New York City, to the men and women I know who daily pin on a badge.

What a horrible bum rap being a police officer has gotten in this Valley, this state, this nation.

Before explaining precisely what I mean, please indulge a moment of full disclosure. For a living, I work as a public relations and political consultant for clients of all kinds. That roster has for the past six years included the Arizona

Fraternal Order of Police. I consider the organization’s members more than clients. They are my friends. Some of them are my heroes.

This column is not me speaking for the FOP or any other client in any capacity whatsoever. The thoughts, concerns and the logic set down herein is entirely my own.

I believe we have arrived at a critical moment when it comes to policing in America. Based on a select number of tragedies—awful incidents that bear careful analysis and a thoughtful, measured response—some of us have painted with far too broad a brush, damning more than 750,000 men and women in uniform for the actions of a few.

I worry that the damage is such that law enforcement in America won’t soon recover, if it ever recovers at all. I worry that we’ve reached a point where no good young man or woman, smart and determined, full of character, grit and passion, big-hearted and street ready,

would ever want to become a cop.

Not given the disrespect and searing hatred police officers face on a daily basis. Not for the salary we’re willing to pay. Not given the microscopic scrutiny that meets every split-second decision, the second- and third-guessing of lifeand-death moments that are more complex than can be contained on a protester’s sign. And not given the very real possibility of dying at the hands of a lunatic armed with a semi-automatic rifle who believes a sniper’s bullet is a noble way to make a point.

Over and over in the past few years, I have spoken to street cops, department leaders and elected officials who wonder about the future of this profession. Those conversations have centered on two subjects that lately have intersected in public on the news and in the streets of our cities:

What’s wrong with policing? And what’s wrong with the way so many of us view the police?

We are due as a country to have a

sustained, serious conversation about both these subjects, not just “what’s wrong with law enforcement?” Even as we examine how best to engage to suspects of every race, religion and creed, we also must look hard at why so many of us glimpse a badge and a uniform and feel a bristling, abiding hatred.

Sadly, such rigorous soul-searching cannot happen amid screaming and sound bites, political posturing and theatrics. Those signature elements of American life certainly drive Nielsen ratings and political bases, but in no way do they drive solutions.

You may see a noble profession in a difficult spot, a shambles, and accuse the cops of having brought this crisis on themselves. I see good men and women struggling in an occupation that needs saving and I worry about what happens if they—we—fail at the task. What then? What’s next?

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East Valley mayors endorse re-election of Sen. McCain

BY EAST VALLEY MAYORS SPECIAL TO TRIBUNE

As East Valley mayors, we have the honor of serving Arizonans in one of the most diverse areas in our state. From Mesa to Chandler to Gilbert to Queen Creek, we all face unique challenges to ensure a quality life for our residents.

Here in the East Valley, we have experienced growth in all aspects, ranging from population to emerging technology sectors to outdoor recreation. We have been able to cultivate this new prosperity because of the support that we received from prominent Arizona leaders such as Sen. John McCain. He has played a key role aiding the East Valley, by meeting

with our local leaders and learning about new economic development projects.

After the economic downturn in 2008, John McCain understood the hardships we faced in the East Valley given our dependence on the housing market. He made it his priority to get Arizona and the East Valley back on the right track. Companies have relocated to the area, generating new jobs for our residents. John McCain is an innovator that seeks to find a solution to a problem.

John McCain also has a great heart for the people of Arizona. With his Caring for our Veterans Act, John McCain is leading the charge to ensure our veterans receive quality and timely health care. This plan gives veterans better healthcare choice, office hours

that cater to veterans, and ensures that the VA follows the best practices with no tolerance for misconduct.

There is no denying John McCain’s contribution to our national security. His knowledge, expertise and passion for protecting our men and women in uniform is exactly the type of leadership we need in the U.S. Senate. These are challenging times; but we are confident in Arizona’s continued success and safety because of John McCain.

Being a war hero himself, John McCain understands the importance of fighting on another’s behalf, which is exactly what he does—he fights for Arizona. We would not be seeing the growth in the East Valley today if it were not for John McCain’s leadership.

We are proud to support Sen. McCain for reelection to the U.S. Senate and be an advocate for him, as he has been an advocate for Arizona.

– John Giles is the Mayor of Mesa

– Gail Barney is the Mayor of Queen Creek

– John Lewis is the Mayor of Gilbert

– Jay Tibshraeny is the Mayor of Chandler Your newspaper. Your community. Your planet.

All disabled Americans should register to vote

BY PHIL PANGRAZIO

TRIBUNE CONTRIBUTOR

JustinDart, the man often considered the father of the Americans with Disabilities Act, famously and repeatedly said: “Vote as if your life depends on it –because it DOES!”

For people with disabilities, this is especially true. Every policy decision, from employment, to housing and transportation, to funding of programs like CHIP, Social Security and Medicare/ Medicaid, is influenced by whom we elect.

During the National Disability Voter Registration Week, we at Ability360 encourage all Arizonans who are eligible to vote to ensure they are registered, especially members of our community who identify as people with disabilities. Registering to vote in Arizona is easy; simply visit servicearizona.com. There, you can even sign up to have your ballots delivered to your mailbox instead of traveling to the polls on

Election Day.

Voting may be one of the most personal rights we, as citizens of a representative democracy, can exercise. America’s “one person, one vote” system is the ultimate equalizer to a process that within recent history has been exclusionary.

Women won the right to vote less than a hundred years ago through the 19th Amendment ratified in 1920; African Americans were empowered by the Voting Rights Act of 1965. It was the barriers to voting that were experienced by many voters, especially voters with disabilities, that led to the Help America Vote Act of 2002.

According to the Research Alliance for Accessible Voting, in the 2012 election, people with disabilities voted at a lower rate than their able-bodied peers (48.1 percent vs. 56.9 percent, respectively), largely due to barriers of access.

With barely half of our community overall voting in any given election, it is critical that we each take our civic right seriously. Not voting may just be one of the most selfish and irresponsible acts a citizen could commit.

In the last legislative session, Arizona legislators introduced several challenges to our civil rights including: identification and access for service animals, a cure period before exercising ADA remedies, restrictions on live-in caregivers and service animals for people with disabilities who live in mobile homes, and restrictions on food stamps.

Conversely, Arizona legislators passed the ABLE Act (Achieving a Better Life Experience), which addressed a pressing need for youth with disabilities headed to college or independent living.

These bills, both pro and con for PWD, were introduced and championed by the legislators we elect to represent our voices. Electing people at every level who are friendly to issues impacting people with disabilities is crucial to ensuring that our rights remain intact. Better said: Elections have consequences.

The outcomes of the most recent Presidential Preference Election are a great example of why it’s important that we all vote. It’s easy to give in to the noise and nonsense of the seemingly continuous campaign cycle blasted at us,

but we must separate out the gibberish and participate in our democracy.

Maricopa County voters in that election experienced unacceptable barriers to voting, many which had a disproportional impact on voters with disabilities including exceedingly long wait times, confusion on polling locations, lack of accessible voting options and lack of accessible parking.

We must work to ensure that every voter can access their polling place and cast their private and autonomous ballot without as required by law and, just as important, in a convenient and efficient way.

Ability360 will be an early voting site for both the upcoming primary and general election. Visitors to ability360. org can find helpful information for voters with disabilities including a basic guide to polling place accessibility and other voter resources.

– Phil Pangrazio is the president and CEO of Ability360, one of the largest centers for independent living in the U.S. He can be reached at philp@ability360.org.

Chandler arena gives a new way to play laser tag, archery tag

BY MIKE BUTLER TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Fans of advanced tactical laser tag and fast-growing archery tag have a new 15,000-square-foot place to play now that M2P Tactical is up and running at 1315 S. Arizona Ave. in Chandler.

Owners Ryan and Holly Jackson are no stranger to the business. M2P Tactical has been providing outdoor tag for the past five years as a mobile business. They said the new facility allows them to introduce MP2’s mission-oriented sessions to a larger universe.

“There’s more to it than just the shooting and the kills,” Ryan said. “Did you accomplish your mission as a team?”

Jackson said Mission2Play grew out of a frustrating experience his son Skyler, then 15, had playing traditional laser tag. A pack of three young kids followed Skyler throughout the session, tagging him again and again, just so he wouldn’t be able to tag anyone else. Each time he returned to the game, he was zapped instantly and eliminated.

“It bothered him a lot,” Jackson said. “We thought, ‘Why don’t we do it different?’”

After dividing a church youth group of about 20 last week into two teams for archery tag, Ryan and Skyler let the kids warm up with a basic dodgeball scenario. When hit by the foam-tipped arrows, archers went to the sidelines, but Skyler called a jailbreak every couple of minutes to get players back in the game. The next mission was similar, except the

archers could earn twice as many points by hitting a stationary target instead of rival team members. In a third scenario, the Jacksons rearranged the arena’s sheltering pillars to create a circular Hunger Gamesstyle competition.

“That was pretty fun,” said Jasta Dudley, 16.

Jayden Parker, 14, decked out in camo clothing and knee pads, agreed, even though he’s more of a laser tag enthusiast.

The Jacksons create similar missions in the laser tag arena. Ryan might tell taggers they must give up a position after making a kill shot, for example, causing

they’ve been hit or made a hit. The scopes must be aimed accurately to register hits. One hour of tactical laser tag costs $22; a two-hour Special Ops session costs $34. One hour of archery tag costs $16; a twohour Warrior session costs $25.

First time archers must take Intro to Archery Tag, $18, which includes certification and one hour of play. The certification program covers critical safety rules and ethics of combat play, plus about 15-20 minutes of time on the practice range.

M2P Tactical is open Tuesday through Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m., Friday from 4 to 10 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information and to book sessions online, visit m2ptactical. com.

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them to think more creatively and stay goal-oriented.

“Consequences are what makes it strategic,” he said.

Since M2P started outdoors, making it difficult for players to see opposing forces’ muzzle flashes, Jackson said he had to seek the best laser tag technology he could find.

It starts with a 4.5 pound, militarystyle assault rifle with a red-dot scope. Instead of vests, taggers are outfitted with an array of small sensors on their heads. The rifle and sensors communicate with each other and to the players on whether

‘Pokemon’ hunters bringing more clients to Tempe Chompie’s

BY ERIC SMITH TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

It’s the phenomenon that’s taking over the world, it seems. And small businesses are feeling the positive impact.

“Pokemon Go” is a new mobile game that is played in the virtual world. You’ll see people walking around watching their cellphone screens, looking for Pokemon creatures.

The game leads players all over the place, even into stores and restaurants.

Brian Becker, the Chompie’s manager in Tempe, is seeing the impact. Last weekend, he noticed people walking around the restaurant and standing in front of the deli/bakery counter.

“Usually when I talk to customers and they’re on their phones, they’ll start talking to you and things like that,” Becker said. “But these people were very zoned in to their screens.”

Pokemon characters in and around his restaurant are the lure.

Becker said the restaurant’s clientele base is largely made up of Arizona State University students. He’s noticed more of

them in the restaurant than normal, and he thinks it’s due in part to the game.

Mathew Huff, a host at Chompie’s who plays “Pokemon Go” himself, said a large part of the game’s attraction is the nostalgia factor. Millennials grew up watching the original Pokemon TV show and playing the first video games.

“The kids who grew up playing the Pokemon game are now older and they have their own smartphones,” Huff said.

Becker doesn’t mind the increased traffic to his store, even though not all of the “Pokemon Go” players who come in to Chompie’s buy a meal. However, the players are polite and don’t interrupt patrons.

“Most people were very quiet and not even talking at all, they were just very keyed in to what they were doing,” Becker said. “I didn’t notice anything negative at all.”

Becker said he isn’t sure yet if he’s seen sales increase with the popularity of the game, but he will know soon.

We usually fill the place all weekend anyways,” he said, “but we definitely saw more action last Sunday.

Where to find Pokemon

It can’t be ignored. “Pokemon Go” is here and has taken over towns across the country.

The game features PokeStops and Gyms, which are places where the characters gather.

Within hours of its release, Facebook groups formed to discuss tips, tricks and prime locations to “hunt.”

A Facebook site is compiling a map of prime Pokemon locations in the Valley. To see the Google map, to go tiny.cc/pokemonmap.

There’s definitely been an increase in customer count.”

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Offensive talent will be showcased on Friday nights

BY JASON P. SKODA TRIBUNE SPORTS EDITOR

It is time to start getting re-acquainted with the football playmakers expected to make the biggest impact this year. The kickoff of the regular season is just one month away—Aug. 19.

Several underclassmen in the East Valley made a big impression in 2015, and observers feel they are just getting started. The talent this year seems to be deeper than in years past, but we’ve done our best to narrow it down.

Here are 10 offensive players that will give the opposition fits in 2016:

Ryan Kelley, Senior, Basha, quarterback

His numbers dropped last year, but expectations on Kelley remain the same. He is considered one of the top dualthreat quarterbacks in the nation.

His stats (5,714 yards, 50 touchdowns/ 23 interceptions over two years) have been good, although they haven’t translated into wins (4-6 last year).

That might change this year, as did Kelley’s choice from Oregon to Arizona State.

Keishaud White, Junior, Desert Vista, wide receiver/returner

White was the breakout player of the year in 2015 with 1,117 total yards and touchdowns four different ways. At least six of his 17 total touchdowns went for 50 yards or more.

“We have to find more ways to get him the ball.” Desert Vista coach Dan Hinds said in the spring.

He is on the smallish side, but he is shifty and has shown some toughness. He returned two punts and two kickoffs for touchdowns last year.

injury. Then word was that he’s pretty good for his size.

Now two years later, he is good no matter what kind of spin is put on it.

The Knights will be one of the state’s top offenses. The 5-foot-7, 150-pound Crossland will build on his career numbers. He has 6,117 yards and 72 touchdowns with just 17 interceptions in 621 attempts over three years.

Jawhar Jordan, Junior, Hamilton, running back

The highlights from his freshman year went viral in Arizona. Long runs, crazy quick feet, great balance in the hole and explosive plays.

He showed flashes in his first year on varsity with 10 touchdowns and 876 offensive yards in 2015. Expect more as he takes a more prominent role on offense and, likely, special teams.

Tyler Johnson, Senior, Highland, tight end/wide receiver

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Listen here opposition: Kick it out of bounds and hope Desert Vista accepts the penalty.

Max Fine, Senior, Williams Field, wide receiver

Fine was a difficult matchup last season. Truth be told, he was probably underused.

The Black Hawks run the ball a lot.

With a new quarterback, coach Steve Campbell will probably be even more run-oriented, but Fine makes plays when he gets a chance.

He finished with 53 catches for 953 with 13 touchdowns in 2015. No score was bigger than the game winner he caught in the final seconds against Higley.

Mason Crossland, Senior, Higley, quarterback Crossland emerged because of an

Johnson is an imposing figure that could double his production next year. The 6-foot-4, 245-pounder with 14 college offers probably still won’t get enough touches.

He finished last year with 24 rushes for 202 yards with six touchdowns and 20 catches for 462 yards and five touchdowns. He also was the main returner for the Hawks.

Kolby Taylor, Senior, Chandler, wide receiver

The last of the Taylor brothers is already committed to Oregon State and looks to become an even more vital part of the Wolves’ offense.

With Chase Lucas and N’Keal Harry missing time last season, Taylor emerged as one of the top offensive targets. He finished with 69 catches for 879 yards and 10 touchdowns.

He should have even more opportunities to break loose in 2016.

Jathan Tenorio, Senior, Desert Ridge, running back

A low center of gravity gives this

Hamilton duo headed to U.S. Junior Amateur

BY JASON P. SKODA TRIBUNE SPORTS EDITOR

Golf technology has changed so much over the years that what a player has in his bag isn’t the great separator anymore.

In competition, it comes down to what a player has going on between his ears.

The Hamilton duo of Mason Andersen and Trueman Park are a prime example as they begin play in the U.S. Junior Amateur this week.

Andersen had the better regular season for the Huskies last fall, but didn’t play that well during the Division I state tournament. He finished in a tie for 21st. Park did the opposite—he didn’t play well in the regular season, only to win the state tournament in a playoff.

Ever since, Park has continued to play at a high level, while Andersen has been up and down since the November state title tournament.

“Getting a handle on the mental side is my biggest thing right now,” said Andersen, who is committed to Arizona State heading into his senior year. “I really struggled in June. The only time I played well was the qualifier (for Junior Amateur).”

Park, however, has been on a roll since winning the state tournament and credits a new approach to practice.

“Instead of constantly grinding through practice, I took a more positive outcome,” he said. “It really started working and allowed me to improve. Then, I started applying it in competition.”

They both put it together last month as

Park finished first and Andersen second at the USGA Junior Amateur Qualifier on June 21-22. Seventy-nine boys from four states and four countries competed for four spots.

Park shot 4-under par 67-71-138 at Longbow Golf Club. Andersen carded a 2-under 75-65-140 to top the field.

They are teeing it up Monday at The Honors Course in Ooltewah, Tennessee.

The format is two rounds of stroke play with the top 64 advancing to match play on Wednesday.

The field dwindles daily until the finals on Saturday, when the championship match is 36 holes for the final two players.

As incoming seniors, both qualified for the first time in their final year of eligibility.

“I’m playing really well, but I don’t know if I can win it,” said Park, who also won JGAA’s State Junior Golf Championship at Talking Rock Golf Club. “I just want to keep taking the same approach, hit some good shots and see how it goes.”

Park, who also qualified for the Junior PGA Championship Aug. 9-12 in Rhode Island, has gotten the attention of college coaches.

“They are really starting to notice him,” Hamilton coach Steve Kanner said. “When you are on the kind of roll he has been on, it’s hard not to.”

Kanner said he can see Andersen, who made the sectional qualifier for the U.S. Open, playing at high level at the Honors Course.

“He can dismantle a golf course,” he said. Andersen, who also qualified for

the U.S. Amateur at Oakland Hills in Michigan in mid-August, is ready to turn it around.

“I’m hoping to be past all of that and just go and play well,” said Andersen, who played two years for Basha. “It will be great to have Trueman there, someone I know. He is definitely someone I’m

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power runner balance and strength, and allows him to hide behind the big uglies up front.

He finished last year with 1,323 yards and 15 touchdowns, meaning he was counted on for 100 yards and a score each game. He’ll take it up a notch this year while trying to get the Jaguars back to the state title game.

Eddie Rivas, Senior, Mountain Pointe, offensive tackle

The Pride’s anchor on the line is moving from guard to tackle this year and will be a huge part of Mountain Pointe’s running game.

“We like to run the ball, and we want to be physical every play,” Rivas said in the spring. “Then in the fourth quarter,

trying to model myself after because of the way he plays. He hits a bad shot and walks it off.

“I need to be able to refocus and think only about what I can do on the next shot.”

– Contact Jason Skoda at 480-898-7915 or jskoda@ evtrib.com. Follow him on Twitter @JasonPSkoda.

we start to push (the defense) around.” Pride coach Norris Vaughan finds a horse every year to run behind, with an average of 3,343.71 yards over the last eight years. This year’s key blocker will be Rivas.

Brandon Ruiz, Senior, Williams Field, kicker

The kicker, committed to Alabama, might have the biggest reach in the state or country. Don’t be surprised if he makes a 60-yarder this year. He is a threat from 45 yards out, while also limiting the opposition with his touchbacks on kickoffs (55 last year).

He made 12 of 17 field goals last season, including a 51-yarder with 31 seconds left to beat Mesa 37-35.

Bill of rights for children’s athletics should get more attention

BY CHUCK CORBIN TRIBUNE CONTRIBUTOR

Each year, an estimated 21.5 million kids ages 6 to 17 participate in organized youth sports programs, according to a recent ESPN survey. This is a considerable increase over the participation rates in the 1970s.

Sports participation went up because opportunities for girls increased dramatically with the 1972 passage of Title IX.

The increase in the number of community and school sports teams led to an increased need for youth sport coaches. As both girls and boys programs expanded, volunteers with little expertise and experience in youth sport coaching were recruited to fill the need.

In 1979, a group of concerned experts drafted a “Bill of Rights for Child Athletes” to guide volunteer coaches and parents of child athletes.

Bill of Rights for Child Athletes

 Right to participate in sports.

 Right to participate in sports commensurate with each child’s maturity and ability.

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3 East Valley teams headed to Little League state tourney

The dream is still alive for 14 Arizona Little League teams.

The path to the Little League World Series continues for the district winners statewide including three from the East Valley.

Four Peaks, which is in northwest Mesa, represents District 7. Chandler National North will play for District 13, and District 14 will be represented by Queen Creek Little League.

All the winners come together for the state tournament in North Phoenix. It starts on Wednesday and runs through July 30, with the top four teams from the two seven-team pools advancing to a single elimination tournament.

The winner of the event, which is hosted by District 3, advances to the West Regional in San Bernardino, California, on Aug. 7. They’ll have a chance to advance to Williamsport, Pennsylvania, for the World Series.

“These kids have shown a lot of resiliency,” Chandler National North manager Mark Mont-Eton said. “We are excited about what’s next.”

Recent studies indicate that participation in youth sports has decreased in recent years.

Still, more than half of young boys participate in youth sports and nearly half of girls participate. However, by the early teen years, many kids have dropped out.

The leading reason was “I am not having fun.” Having fun in sports is one of the 10 basic rights of youth athletes—perhaps the most important.

Other common reasons for dropping out include: health problems or injuries, a desire to focus on studying and grades or on other activities, disagreements with the coach or teammates, a feeling of not being good enough, or a family’s concern about potential injuries.

While the Bill of Rights for Child Athletes was created more than 35 years ago, it is still a good document for both parents and coaches to review periodically. Adhering to these rights may help reduce kids’ concerns and help them have fun and stay involved.

Education programs were developed to train coaches in the skills and techniques of sports and coaching techniques designed to ensure the rights of kids in sports. The web link below provides information about current coach education programs.

Brueser wins HR Derby during All-Star festivities

Hamilton senior Nick Brueser was part of the All-Star festivities in San Diego and came home with a title.

The two-time Tribune player of the year was on the field for during the MLB Home Run Derby on Monday.

In between the first and second round at Petco Park, Brueser and opponent Nicholaz Storz of Brooklyn finished the High School Select Home Run Derby competition that started on Sunday with eight players from around the country.

“I can’t even put into words how awesome this is,” Brueser told MLB.com.

“We’re out here with the best of the best, it’s a dream come true.”

Brueser won it by hitting four home runs in the finals, including one that reached the third deck of the Western Metal Supply Building in left field. He got a chance to hangout with the MLB All-Stars, including the Diamondbacks’ Paul Goldschmidt. Brueser, who is committed to Stanford, tried to make the most of it.

“I’ve talked to a few of them, all of them were really nice guys,” Brueser said. “I’m just sitting back and trying to enjoy it and pick these guys’ brains.

 Right to have qualified adult leadership.

 Right to play as a child and not as an adult.

 Right of children to share in the leadership and decision-making of their participation.

 Right to participate in safe and healthy environments.

 Right to proper preparation in sports.

 Right to equal opportunity to strive for success.

 Right to be treated with dignity.

 Right to have FUN in sports.

For more information, go to espn.go.com/espn/ story/_/id/9469252/hidden-demographics-youthsports-espn-magazine and to asep.com/YouthLevel/ Benefits.cfm

– Chuck Corbin is an Ahwatukee resident and Professor Emeritus at Arizona State University. He recently received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition.

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“My confidence is like it has never been before. I am dating a beautiful woman. Work is going great. I get random compliments from people... I just feel better and I think people pickup on that.” Chris P.

With his eyes wide open New vision and book give Welch a different outlook on Korn

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI GETOUT/TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Korn guitarist Brian “Head” Welch was addicted to methamphetamines and living dangerously more than 10 years ago.

Yearning to clean up his life, he left Korn and found God, which helped him kick the habit and properly raise his daughter, Jennea.

As he grew closer to her, he learned a hard lesson: She was cutting.

With three books under his guitar strap, Welch just released a fourth, “With My Eyes Wide Open: Miracles and Mistakes on My Way Back to Korn.” Welch, who returned to Korn in 2013, said writing the book was an emotional rollercoaster.

“It’s hard sharing my daughter’s story,” said Welch, a former Valley resident. “When I wrote it, I thought it was funny and really sad in parts. I was laughing because I was remembering all of this stuff. Then, I was actually crying about my daughter.”

Jennea allowed her father to tell her story, but held a few things back. She now attends a boarding school that offers therapy and counseling.

“It’s what’s best for her,” he said. “If she had said, ‘I do not feel good about sharing this stuff,’ I wouldn’t have done it. But she thought it would be best to try to help people through sharing her story.”

Welch wears his heart—and story—on his sleeve. He has no qualms in saying that his return to Korn was confusing.

“I had been gone for so long,” he said. “I became this new person. As a solo act, I was touring in a van. I wasn’t making money. I was doing speaking engagements. I felt like I had gone my own way.

“Going back to Korn was hard because I had to let go of everything. I was in control of everything before for almost a decade. I liked that. Once God started changing my heart, I got excited thinking about returning to Korn.”

Reuniting with the band he calls his family, Welch said it was good to reconnect with fans and to rectify his money problems.

“I felt God really leading me there,” he said. I’ve had a lot of peace about it.”

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What: “Return of the Dreads Tour” with Rob Zombie, Korn and In This Moment

When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23

Where: Ak-Chin Pavilion, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix

Cost: $25-$69.50

“Once we start, it’s on like Donkey Kong,” he said with a laugh. “We have three weeks off until late October. It’s go, go, go. It’s going to be cool, but it’s also going to be a lot of work and traveling.”

Information: 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com

Korn was scheduled to kick off its “Return of the Dreads Tour” with Rob Zombie on July 16 and has planned a Saturday show at Ak-Chin Pavilion in Phoenix. Welch said he’s a little apprehensive.

The new book isn’t the only thing

that Welch is celebrating. Korn is wrapping up new material.

“We have a new song coming out soon,” he said. “The full album is already done. We’re putting the finishing touches on it.

“We’re stoked. The next chapter is opening and it’s awesome because it’s fresh and new. We’ve been doing it so long, but it’s still exciting.”

Welch said the material is quintessential Korn with new twists. Fans will be able to hear new songs at Korn’s show.

“When we started, we would get in the studio and start messing around with riffs and say, ‘What would the crowd do right here?’ We have that unity with the crowd. It’s cool to be back.

“I love where Korn is at right now.”

– Contact Christina Fuoco-Karasinski at 480-8985612 or christina@timespublications.com.

Stepping out of the box

Goo Goo Dolls take new approach with ‘Boxes’

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI GETOUT/TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Before John Rzeznik and Robby Takac of the Goo Goo Dolls began recording their 11th studio album, “Boxes,” they weeded out all the negative influences in their lives.

The duo wanted the recording of “Boxes” to be a positive experience.

“Robby and I wanted to be in a really good head space,” Rzeznik said. “We decided to take a lot of risks with what we were doing musically. I worked harder on this record than any other I’ve made before.”

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and included more collaborations. One of the highlights, he said, is “Flood,” a song on which he duets with Echosmith’s 19-year-old singer Sydney Sierota.

“It turned out really cool,” Rzeznik said. “Sydney came in and san, and it just exploded out of the speakers. I was sitting in the control room, and I got goosebumps. I said, ‘That’s it.’ It was one of the most satisfying moments.”

What: Goo Goo Dolls with Collective Soul and Tribe Society

When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 19

Where: Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix

Cost: $48.50-$89.50

Info: 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com

“Boxes” maintains the Goo Goo Dolls’ penchant for catchy melodies, intimate heartfelt lyrics and anthemic, uplifting songs. This time, the Goo Goo Dolls experimented a bit more. Rzeznik and Takac stepped out of the box, so to speak,

He said he chose Sierota because he admires her tenacity.

“She’s crazy talented,” he said. “She’s really smart. She’s 19 years old and I wish I had it together when I was that age. She’s amazing.”

“Boxes” was a labor of love for the Goo Goo Dolls. Rzeznik was set on making the best possible record—not that he didn’t do so previously.

“We didn’t play the album for anybody—nobody except the principals

First family of reggae

Stephen Marley keeps family business alive

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI GETOUT/TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

Many acts have been inspired by Bob Marley and his progeny, and now his son, Stephen, is thanking those musicians with “Revelation Part II: The Fruit of Life.”

“The concept of the record was to incorporate genres of music that are influenced by reggae,” Marley said.

“This one was challenging sometimes because of the concept of the record. But incorporating the different genres made the product even more stronger at the end. I love it.”

Due in stores Friday, “Revelation Part II: The Fruit of Life” is the second installment of his two-part series, which also includes 2001’s “Revelation Part I: The Root of Life.” The forthcoming collection includes appearances by Waka Flocka, Iggy Azalea, Pitbull,

involved in making it. I didn’t play it for my wife, my friends. I didn’t want to hear anyone’s opinion.”

In turn, it was the most fun Rzeznik and Takac had recording an album.

“It was a blast,” he said. “We decided to move on and push as hard as we could. We ain’t getting any younger. We have to enjoy what we do before it’s gone.”

– Contact Christina Fuoco-Karasinski at 480-8985612 or christina@timespublications.com.

Soul Asylum’s leader seeks more fuel for his fire

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI GETOUT/TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

David Pirner has accomplished many things as the front man for alt-rockers Soul Asylum. However, thanks to English Beat, he recently crossed another activity off his bucket list.

“I sat in on trumpet with the English Beat the other night,” said Pirner, whose band was touring with the ska legends. “They talked me into it. I was nervous, but it was really cool.”

Pirner, who played the trumpet in high school, tries new things to fuel his musical desire. He still goes to the record store. He tours with some of his favorite bands, like Arizona’s Meat Puppets, with whom he hit the road last summer. He returns to town to play the Marquee on July 23.

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Recording new music is still interesting to Pirner as well. Soul Asylum’s new record, “Change of Fortune,” is a natural progression for the band.

“I wanted to take all of the experiences we’ve had in the past and put them into a record,” Pirner said.

“It’s pretty up to snuff. I wanted to try to make something that’s durable or timeless. That’s part of the goal.”

Pirner discovered music through his Minnesota high school band. While he was in school, he knew that there was something beyond “the institution.”

What: Soul Asylum w/Jackson Dife,

The Sink or Swim, Painted Bones.

When: 8 p.m. July 23.

Where: The Marquee, 730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe.

Cost: $20.

Information: 480-829-0607 or luckymanonline.com.

“I wasn’t sure what it was, though,” he said. “Rock music came over the radio. I didn’t know how to pursue it until I started seeing local bands in Minnesota. It was there that I discovered punk rock.

“That made it seem possible and exciting. It gave me the confidence to pursue the band.”

He said he felt “liberated” when gave up reading music and started playing, singing and writing his own material.

“I don’t think I’d be able to figure that out if it weren’t for the Ramones or The Suicide Commandos. I wasn’t old enough to get into the bars yet, but that was a big revelation.”

Pirner and Soul Asylum, best known

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Wyclef Jean and Kardinal Official, among others.

“‘The Fruit’ is about the different branches; there are many pages within my mind, many colors and ideas,” Marley said. “We come from a versatile generation that can’t be put in a box.”

“The song with me and Wyclef (Jean) came about organically,” he said. “He just came by the studio. He said, ‘Let me hear what’s going on.’ I put on the song and he just went in the booth. The collaboration chose me, rather than me choosing him. That’s a joy as well. It was meant to be.”

Marley is spending the summer on the road promoting the album, and will perform at Tempe’s Marquee Theatre on Tuesday.

for the songs “Runaway Train” and “Black Gold,” is looking forward to returning to Tempe.

“We offer 85 minutes of quality entertainment,” he said. “We play a halfdozen new things and some oddities. We try to mix it up every night.”

– Contact Christina Fuoco-Karasinski at 480-8985612 or christina@tribunepublications.com.

“I hope to uplift fans in many different ways—whether it be through lyrics or combining the genres of music.

“I want them to love the music, listen to it and enjoy it.”

– Contact Christina Fuoco-Karasinski at 480-8985612 or christina@timespublications.com.

IF YOU GO

What: Stephen Marley w/Jo Mersa Marley, Rica Newell, Ranoy Gordon, Rochelle Bradshaw and Nicholas Laraque, plus Squidly Cole

When: 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 19

Where: Marquee Theatre, 730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe

Cost: $27

Information: 480-829-0607, luckymanonline.com

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Christians are known by their love for others

BY STEVE HAMMER TRIBUNE CONTRIBUTOR

If you worship in a congregation that uses the Revised Common Lectionary, then for the last few weeks the second lesson has come from Paul’s letter to the Galatians.

It is unique because it was written to an entire region rather than a single congregation. It was also written to a people who had been a thorn in the flesh of the Roman Empire for some time.

Celtic tribes lived as far south and east as the region of Galatia before being driven to the British Islands by the Romans. They were nomadic and fiercely independent. The Romans had

to commit resources much larger than normal to conquer them.

In her book, “Galatians Re-imagined,” Brigitte Kahl writes that it took several genocidal conquests for the Romans to tame the Galatian Celts and integrate them into Roman society, although it was a chronically uneasy relationship.

She also writes that similar efforts to integrate Galatian Jews into Roman society nurtured a festering rivalry between the Jews and the Celts.

Enter St. Paul, who was tasked with bringing the Christian gospel to the Gentile world.

Kahl writes that the Jews and Gentiles of Galatia could only be united if they maintained their unique identities.

That is to say that there was no need for the Gentiles to become Jews first (via circumcision) in order to understand

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themselves reconciled to God through Christ. Furthermore, Paul’s vision of a new creation united both Jew and Gentile in resistance against the demands of the Roman imperial cult to acquiesce to its primary motif: the use of violence to both conquer the world and maintain the Pax Romana, the peace of Rome.

As we celebrated the 240th year of our national independence, I wonder if there was anything in Paul’s message to the Galatians that rang true for us.

It seems to me that what used to be marks of unique cultural, social and religious identities have become bitter dividing lines that separate “us” from “them,” with them being synonymous with “enemy.”

There is a drive to turn those dividing lines into brick and mortar walls than insulate the us and segregates the them, protecting what I think is mine from outside intruders.

nightclub last month.

I am particularly disgusted by notable members of the clergy who have praised the murder as some form of godly cleansing. They strike me as being akin to those in Galatia insisting on circumcision as a sign of purity.

Perhaps Paul was just as disgusted when he wrote his desire that the circumcisers slip with their own knives.

These are challenging and divisive times.

I have spent three of the last four weeks in the company of young people: a week of Vacation Bible School with elementary age, a week of beach camp with high school and college students, and a week in the Arizona high country with middle schoolers. The energy and diversity has been refreshing.

Paul wrote to the Galatians and to all of us at camp and all of you back home, “So then, whenever we have an opportunity, let us work for the good of all, and especially for those of the family of faith.”

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THURSDAY JULY 21

EXPERT TO DISCUSS ELDERLY CARE

Jayne Reynolds, senior expert at Fellowship Square Historic Mesa, will lead a workshop titled “Be Well, Lead Well,” which “touches on the four pillars of holistic wellness, including: Sabbath, nourishment, stress management and movement.”

DETAILS>> 1-2 p.m., 35 W. Brown Road, Mesa. Free. Information: 480-290-7025, azfs.org.

FRIDAY JULY 22

MARY MAGDALENE REMEMBERED

The Shrine of Holy Wisdom will celebrate Mary Magdalene through ritual, prayers, readings, sacred music and chanting.

DETAILS>>7:30 p.m., 5025 S. Ash Ave., Tempe. A love offering will be requested.

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GAMES AND ICE CREAM FEATURED

Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School is holding a “Minute to Win It” game and ice cream social. Players are given

60 seconds to complete each simple game, such as blowing up a balloon and knocking cups off the table; tossing toilet paper rolls into a hoop; knocking soda cans down with rubber bands; and building a pyramid with 36 plastic cups. Simple games will also be provided for preschoolers.

DETAILS>>4-5:30 p.m. at the school, 3257 E. University Drive, Mesa. Information: 480-830-1724, pilgrimmesa. com, office@pilgrimmesa.com.

SUNDAYS

CHORUS SEEKS SINGERS

Even though the Ahwatukee Community Chorus is nearing the end of its first season, it still wants welcome singers of all levels. The group rehearses weekly on Sunday evenings. Although it is not affiliated with any religious organization, the chorus rehearses at Horizon Presbyterian Church.

DETAILS>> 6 to 8 p.m., Horizon Presbyterian Church, 1401 E. Liberty Lane. There is an annual $100 membership fee. ahwatukeecommunitychorus.org or 480-442-7324.

HORIZON EYES YOUNG PEOPLE

High school and middle school students meet to worship and do life together.

DETAILS>> 5 p.m. at Horizon Presbyterian Church, 1401 E. Liberty Lane. 480-460-1480 or email joel@ horizonchurch.com.

BERIEVED

CAN SHARE GRIEF

A support group designed to assist people through the grieving process. One-time book fee $15.

DETAILS>> 2-4 p.m. at Arizona Community Church, 9325 S. Rural Road, Room G3, Tempe. 480-491-2210.

UNITY OFFERS INSPIRATION

Inspirational messages and music are offered, along with classes and special events.

DETAILS>> 10 a.m. at Unity of Tempe, 1222 E. Baseline Road, Suite 103. 480-792-1800 or unityoftempe.com.

KIDS CAN LEARN JEWISH LIFE

Children learn and experience Jewish life. Chabad Hebrew School focuses on Jewish heritage, culture and holidays.

DETAILS>>9:30 a.m. to noon, for children ages 5-13 at Pollack Chabad Center for Jewish Life, 875 N. McClintock Drive, Chandler. 480-855-4333, info@chabadcenter.com, or chabadcenter.com.

RABBINIC LIT COURSE OFFERED

Ongoing morning study of two classics of rabbinic literature by medieval philosopher Moses Maimonides (the “Rambam”). At 10 a.m., Prof. Norbert Samuelson, Grossman chair of Jewish Philosophy at ASU and TBS member, teaches “Maimonides’ Guide of the Perplexed: What Jews Ought to Believe.” At 11:15 a.m., TBS member Isaac Levy teaches “Maimonides’ Mishneh Torah: How Jews Ought to Behave.” Readings in both Hebrew and English. DETAILS>> Community Room of the admin. bldg at Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley, 3400 N. Dobson Road, Chandler. 480-897-3636.

UNITY OFFERS A PATH

Unity of Mesa says its Sunday service offers “a positive path for spiritual living” through “transformational lessons, empowering music and various spiritual practices with an open-minded and welcoming community.” DETAILS>> 9 a.m. Spiritual discussion group and meditation practices group. 10:15 a.m. service. 2700 E. Southern Ave., Mesa. Child care available at 9 a.m. Nursery for infants through kindergarten at 10:15 a.m. 480-892-2700, unityofmesa.org, joanne@unityofmesa.org

MONDAYS

JOIN CHRIST-CENTERED YOGA

This Flow 1-2 class (intermediate) is free and open to the community.

DETAILS>> 6-7 p.m., Mountain Park Community Church, 2408 E. Pecos Road. Greg Battle at 480-7596200 or gbattle@moutainpark.org.

CLASS TARGETS THE GRIEVING

Classes for those grieving over death or divorce.

DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m., Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 739 W. Erie St., Chandler. 480-963-4127.

STRUGGLING FIND SUPPORT

Support group for those struggling with how to deal with a loss in life.

DETAILS>>7 p.m., 1825 S. Alma School Road, Room C201, Chandler. Pastor Larry Daily, 480-963-3997, ext. 141, larrydaily@chandlercc.org or chandlercc.org.

TUESDAYS

FINDING HEALING FOR PAIN

HOPE, an acronym for “Help Overcome Painful Experiences,” offers support for men and women who seek God’s grace and healing.

DETAILS>> 6:30 to 8 p.m. Mountain Park Community Church, 2408 E. Pecos Road. mountainpark.org.

SENIORS ENJOY ‘TERRIFIC TUESDAYS’

Program is free with bagels and coffee and a different speaker or theme each week. Registration not needed. DETAILS>> 10:30 a.m. to noon, Barness Family East Valley Jewish Community Center, 908 N. Alma School Road, Chandler. evjcc.org or 480-897-0588.

HOLY TRINITY HAS GRIEFSHARE

DETAILS>> 2 and 6:30 p.m., 739 W. Erie St., Chandler. 480-963-4127.

READ BIBLE FOR PLEASURE

Bring a Bible, or Bibles are available at these free sessions. DETAILS>> 7 to 8 p.m., Chandler Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1188 W. Galveston St. Lori, 480-917-3593.

WEDNESDAYS

CELEBRATE RECOVERY MEETS

Celebrate Recovery says it “brings your relationship with the Lord closer to your heart as it heals your hurts, habits and hang-ups.” Participants can discuss issues ranging from feeling left out to addictions. “Nothing is too small or too large.”

DETAILS>> 5:30 p.m. at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 S. 48th St., Ahwatukee. mvlutheran.org/ celebraterecovery or email cr@alphamvlc.com.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY OFFERED

Living Word Ahwatukee women’s Bible study and fellowship that offers “a short, low-key time of praise and worship in music and message.” It’s also an opportunity to meet other Christian women in Ahwatukee.

ANSWERS TO PUZZLE & SUDUKO

DETAILS>> 10 to 11:30 a.m., Living Word Ahwatukee, 14647 W. 50th St., Suite 165, Ahwatukee. Free child care.

TAKE A COFFEE BREAK

Corpus Christi offers a coffee break with scripture study, prayer and fellowship.

DETAILS>> 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 3550 E. Knox Road, Ahwatukee. Loraine 480893-1160 or CoffeebreakMin@aol.com.

GET A ‘SPIRITUAL SHOWER’

A release calls this “a 15-minute energetic tune up each week” and says the Twin Hearts Meditation “is like taking a spiritual shower: when your aura is clean, you experience a higher level of awareness. You see through things more clearly and your good luck increases.”

DETAILS>> 7-9 p.m. at Unity of Tempe, 1222 E. Baseline Road, Suite 103, Tempe. 480-792-1800 or unityoftempe.com.

DIVORCED CAN FIND COMFORT

People suffering through a separation or divorce can find understanding and caring support to face these challenges and move forward.

DETAILS>> 6:30-8:15 p.m. Arizona Community Church, 9325 S. Rural Road, Room G5, Tempe. One-time book fee of $15. 480-491-2210. DivorceCare 4 Kids (DC4K) will also be offered in Room G7.

CHABAD HAS TORAH FOR TEENS

The Teens and Torah program offered by Chabad of the East Valley is for teens ages 13 to 17, and combines education and social interaction with videos followed by discussion, trips, games, community service projects and thought-provoking discussions.

DETAILS>> 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., Chabad Center for Jewish Life, 3855 W. Ray Road, Suite 6, Chandler. Shternie, 480-753-5366 or chabadcenter.com.

THURSDAYS

MAN CHURCH HELD IN CHANDLER

“Man Church offers coffee, donuts and straight talk for men in a language they understand in just 15 minutes. No women, no singing, no organ and no long sermons,” a release states.

DETAILS>> Doors open 6 a.m., message at 6:30 a.m. 1595 S. Alma School Road, Chandler. Bob, 480-726-8000 or cschandler.com/manchurch.

KIDS CAN FIND SUPPORT

Support group for children ages 6 to 12 coping with a separation or divorce in the family. One-time $10 fee includes snacks and workbook.

DETAILS>> 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., 1825 S. Alma School Road, Room C202, Chandler. Pastor Larry Daily, 480-963-3997, ext. 141, larrydaily@chandlercc.org or chandlercc.org.

LEARN ABOUT MIRACLES

Experience a spiritual transformation with Michelle Lee, who will teach like-minded people and spark lively discussions as participants explore daily applications of miracles.

DETAILS>> T7 p.m. at Unity of Tempe, 1222 E. Baseline Road, Suite 103. 480-792-1800 or unityoftempe.com.

FRIDAYS

UNITARIANS HONOR SHABBAT

Valley Unitarians are offering Shabbat services the second Friday of each month.

DETAILS>> 6:15 on the campus of Valley Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 6400 W. Del Rio St., Chandler. nefeshsoul.org.

TODDLERS CAN MARK SHABBAT

Celebrate Shabbat with a service, music, and a craft project designed for children up to 5 years old and their parents or other adult.

DETAILS>> 9:30 a.m., Temple Emanuel, 5801 S. Rural Road. 480-838-1414 or emanueloftempe.org.

TOTS TAUGHT TORAH

Hosted by Chabad of the East Valley for children ages 2 to 5. Features hands-on activities about the Shabbat, songs, stories and crafts. Children will make and braid their own challah.

DETAILS>> 10:15 to 11 a.m., members’ homes. 480-785-5831.

YOU CAN NOSH BEFORE SERVICE

“Nosh” and then enjoy the Shir Shabbat service led by the Shabba-Tones, the Shabbat musical group. DETAILS>> 6:30 p.m. first Friday of the month, Temple Emanuel, 5801 S. Rural Road, Tempe. 480-838-1414 or emanueloftempe.org.

DINNER FOLLOWS SERVICE

The service is followed by a congregational dinner (by reservation only). Optional Israeli dancing after dinner. DETAILS>> 6 p.m. on third Friday of the month, 5801 S. Rural Road, Tempe. 480-838-1414 or emanueloftempe.org.

YOUNG FAMILIES HOLD SHABBAT

DETAILS>> Regular services at 6 p.m. except on the third Friday of each month, when a 6 p.m. Young Family Shabbat Service is held for children and adults of all ages. Temple Beth Sholom of the East Valley, 3400 N. Dobson Road, Chandler. Shabbat Morning and Torah Service weekly at 9 a.m. 480-897-3636 or tbsev.org. or info@tbsev.org.

Submit your releases to rzubiate@evtrib.com

– Check us out and like the East Valley Tribune on Facebook and follow EVTNow on Twitter.5801 S. Rural Road. 480-838-1414 or emanueloftempe.org.

Life Events

Obituaries

LAWS, Carolyn Lou

Carolyn Lou Laws, Age 79, passed away July 10, 2016 in Mesa, Arizona Carolyn worked in accounting for 30 years in both Scottsdale and Mesa, Arizona until she retired in 1996 Carolyn spent her retirement years traveling across the United States with her family Carolyn was preceded in death by her two sons, Randall Laws and Steven Laws She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Glen Laws of Mesa, her daughter Denise Sorg, 4 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren Funeral services will be held Monday, July 18, 11:00 AM at Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery at 401 N Hayden Rd in Scottsdale with a public visitation starting at 9:00 AM Pastor Larry Deskins from Gateway Fellowship of Mesa officiating Sign the Guestbook at www EastValleyTribune com

Employment General

Receptionist - Greet customers/visitors with a smile - Answer multi-line incoming phone calls in a courteous manner - Route calls, take/distribute messages - Create Various Internal Reports - Filing Requirements:

Exceptional Prof l Comm Skills

60+ wpm required

Typing speed test part of interview

Microsoft Office exp

Employment General

Region Technologies has openings for Software Engineers in Phoenix, AZ Candidates must have US Masters degree/foreign equiv or Bach +5 yrs exp, w/ skills in SDLC SQL,SQL Server,IIS, Net,Linux, Windows to analyze/ dsgn/dev/implement/ test systems/applics

Fax your resume with ref no 2016-19 to Vishnu @ 602-926-0370 with ref to ad in EVT.

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ATF AEROSPACE

SECONDARY PRODUCTION OPERATOR

Position Description Summary

Understand operation and functions of assigned machine. Produce a quality product and maintain production efficiency, to meet customer needs.

Position Responsibilities: Understand the function of assigned machine and operate machine Read blue prints Operate a micrometer and a comparator Complete all necessary documentation neatly and accurately Keep workstation neat and organized, practice good housekeeping Assist and cooperate with other team members in the department Follow all safety rules and practices All other duties as assigned by supervisor Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to read a blue print Ability to work well with co-workers and management Ability to follow directions Ability to speak, read, write and understand English Education and Experience High School diploma or the equivalent preferred

Submit resume to Lynn Wesley: lwesley@atf-inc com

Local Contract Drivers needed in Phoenix Jumpstart/fuel deliveries/tire changes Vehicle required, no experience necessary Call Amera at 267-270-5225

Strong Team Player,Excellence in business English (spelling, grammar, formatting, punctuation)

-Exceptionally reliable and able to work from 7:30a- 4 30p M-F Benefits may include Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LT Disability, 401K and FSA

Please email Cheryl@ DaveBang com Must include your resume and pay requirements for consideration No calls/office visits

Fountain Hills electronics company seeks a Full-Time Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Quiet, friendly, clean work environment Excellent benefits Experience shipping internationally with UPS Worldship and FedEx Ship Manager preferred

Please send a resume in the body of an email to jobs@embeddedarm com - no attachments, phone calls, faxes or drop offs

Now hiring JANITORS & DAY PORTERS for Tempe, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, and Gilbert locations The available positions are full time and part time, janitor positions starting at $8 75/hour and day porter positions starting at $11 00/hour

If interested please apply in person on Wed July 13, 2016, between 10am-2pm, at Stapley Center, 1630 S Stapley Dr Suite 204, Mesa, AZ 85204 (623) 937-3727

Software Dev Engineer in Test in Tempe, AZ

Mail resume w/job code #DA-0218 to Shutterfly, Inc , Attn: HR, 2800 Bridge Pkwy Redwood City, CA 94065

Lots

EXPLORERS

acre land with rocky ridge, pasture, secluded valley Apache County, btwn Snowflake & Concho Az Low

Prayer Announcements

O Holy St Jude! Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor for all who invoke you, special patron in time of need; to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart, and humbly beg you, to whom God has given such great power, to come to my assistance; help me now in my urgent need and grant my earnest petition I will never forget thy graces and favors you obtain for me and I will do my utmost to spread devotion to you Amen St Jude, pray for us and all who honor thee and invoke thy aid (Say 3 Our Father's 3 Hail Mary’s, and 3 Glory Be’s after this )

Manufactured Homes

Pueblo Grande MHP a 55+ Community Is offering a complete home pkg on our mfg

Home Improvement

Queen Rd , Chandler Info

hope4all@comcast net, helpovercomingpainful experiences org

JumpStart 11 45 A-4 30P Saturdays

JumpStart is a sidewalk Sunday school community outreach program serving “some of the poorest neighborhoods” in Chandler, offering snacks, games and teachings about Jesus to area children

Christian Business Networking, Chandler BiMonthly Chapter 7:30 a m second and fourth Tuesdays of the month

Participants meet at Faith Family Church 11530 E Queen Creek Rd , Chandler Info: Joanne Sweeney 480-539-8933

Offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and business referrals

Grief Care 6:30 p m Wednesdays A place to come share your feelings or just listen to others as we try to navigate through our grief You don’t have to do it alone

Epiphany Lutheran Church, south campus old church building 800 W Ray Rd , Room 325 Chandler a quarter mile south of Alma School Road on the north side of Ray Info griefcareaz@gmail com

NONDENOMINATIONAL

Wellness Workshop Series: A Better You 7 pm, Monday July 25th Diabetes Survival Skills

Chandler Christian Church, Room B202 1825 S Alma School Rd , Chandler Info: Maia, 480-4250624, christianbusinessnetworking com

Christian Business Networking, Chandler Bi-

Monthly Chapter 7:30 a m second and fourth Tuesdays of the month

Offers members the opportunity to share ideas contacts and business referrals

Chandler Christian Church, Room B202 1825 S Alma School Rd , Chandler

Info: Maia, 480-4250624, christianbusinessnetworking com

To learn the basics of Diabetes management and good-sense selfcare A one-hour community workshop to help people learn about glucose monitoring, medications meal planning, exercise, and preventing complications Featuring: Margaret O'Brien, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator Info Virginia (Ginger) Fleishans at 480-218- 0371 or gfleishans@cox net Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School 3257 E. University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85213 480-830- 1724 www pilgrimmesa com office@pilgrim mesa com

NOTICE TO READERS:

Most service advertisers have an ROC# or "Not a licensed contractor" in their ad, this is in accordance to the AZ state law.

The advertising requirements of the statute does not prevent anyone from placing an ad in the yellow pages, on business cards, or on flyers.

What it does require under A.R.S. §32-1121A14(c) www.azleg.gov/ars/ 32/01165.htm is that the advertising party, if not properly licensed as a contractor, disclose that fact on any form of advertising to the public by including the words "not a licensed contractor" in the advertisement.

Again, this requirement is intended to make sure that the consumer is made aware of the unlicensed status of the individual or company.

Contractors who advertise and do not disclose their unlicensed status are not eligible for the handyman's exception.

Reference: http://www.azroc.g ov/invest/licensed_ by_law.html

As a consumer, being aware of the law is for your protection. You can check a businesses ROC status at: http://www.azroc .gov/

NoticeofTrustee'sSaleOrderNo.: 160088736-AZ-VOITSNo.:AZ-16-6293-JY APN:132-12-1107Thefollowinglegallydescribedtrustpropertywillbesold,pursuantto thepowerofSaleunderthatcertainDeedof Trustdated11/19/2004andrecorded 11/24/2004asInstrument20041382775,Book xxx,Pagexxx,intheofficeoftheCountyRecorderofMARICOPACounty,Arizona;andat publicauctiontothehighestbidder.Notice!If youbelievethereisadefensetothetrustee saleorifyouhaveanobjectiontothetrustee sale,youmustfileanactionandobtainacourt orderpursuanttorule65,Arizonarulesofcivil procedure,stoppingthesalenolaterthan 5:00p.m.mountainstandardtimeofthelast businessdaybeforethescheduleddateofthe sale,oryoumayhavewaivedanydefensesor objectionstothesale.Unlessyouobtainan order,thesalewillbefinal:SaleDateand Time:8/3/2016at10:00:00AMSaleLocation: INTHECOURTYARD,BYTHEMAINE NTRANCEOFSUPERIORCOURTBUILDING, 201WESTJEFFERSON,PHOENIX,ARIZONALegalDescription.LOT110,OF NORTHTEMPE,ASUBDIVISION,ACCORDINGTOTHEPLATOFRECORDINTHEOFFICEOFTHECOUNTYRECORDEROF MARICOPACOUNTY,ARIZONA,RECORDEDINBOOK38OFMAPS,PAGE50.PurportedStreetAddress:1220NE5THERST, TEMPE,AZ85281TaxParcelNumber:13212-1107OriginalPrincipalBalance: $131,720.07NameandAddressofCurrent Beneficiary:LSF9MasterParticipationTrust, byCaliberHomeLoans,Inc.,solelyinitscapacityasservicerC/OCaliberHomeLoans, Inc.16745W.BernardoDrive,Ste300San Diego,CA92127NameandAddressofOriginalTrustor:JESSEMALVAREZANDFELIPAO.ALVAREZ,HUSBANDANDWIFE, ASJOINTTENANTSWITHRIGHTOFSURVIVORSHIP1220NESTHERST,TEMPE, AZ85281NameandAddressof Trustee/Agent:SUMMITSERVICESANDREALTY,LLC16745W.BernardoDr.,Ste100 SanDiego,CA92127Phone:(866)248-2679 SalesLine:714-730-2727Loginto:www.servicelinkasap.comAZ-16-6293-JYThesuccessortrusteequalifiestoactasatrusteeunderA.R.S.Section33-803A(1)initscapacity asalicensedArizonaRealEstateBroker.If theTrusteeisunabletoconveytitleforany reason,thesuccessfulbidder'ssoleand exclusiveremedyshallbethereturnofmoniespaidtotheTrustee,andthesuccessful biddershallhavenofurtherrecourse.Ifthe saleissetasideforanyreason,theP urchaseratthesaleshallbeentitledonlytoa returnofthedepositpaid.ThePurchasershall havenofurtherrecourseagainsttheMortgagor,theMortgagee,ortheMortgagee'sAttorney.Dated:5/3/2016SUMMITSERVICES ANDREALTYLLCBy:JustinYahnke,AVPA457928307/02/2016,07/09/2016,07/16/2016, 07/23/2016

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ARIZONADEPARTMENTOFTRANSPORTATION ADVERTISEMENTFORBIDS

BIDOPENING:Friday,August19,2016,at11:00A.M.(M.S.T.)

TRACSNO191GH120H832401C

PROJNO STP-191-B(203)T TERMINI BOWIEJCT.-SAFFORDHIGHWAY(US191) LOCATIONRELATIONSTREETTOJUNCTIONUS70

Theamountprogrammedforthiscontractis$1,300,000.Thelocationanddescriptionoftheproposedworkareasfollows:

TheproposedIntersectionImprovementprojectislocatedinGrahamCountywithintheCityof SaffordstartingatRelationStreet(Milepost120.32)andendingatthejunctionofUS70(Milepost 121.05).Thetotallengthoftheprojectisapproximately0.73miles.TheworkconsistsofThework includesminorroadwayexcavationandembankments; concretecurb,gutter,sidewalkandsidewalkramps;aggregatebase;asphaltconcretepavement; drainage;relocatingexistingwaterandstormdrainfacilities,furnishingandinstallingsigningand pavementmarkings;furnishingandinstallingtrafficsignals,andotherrelatedwork.

Projectplans,specialprovisions,andproposalpamphlets,aselectronicfiles,areavailablefreeof chargefromtheContractsandSpecificationswebsite,ortheymaybepurchasedinpaperformat at1651W.Jackson,Room121F,Phoenix,AZ85007-3217,(602)712-7221.Thecostis$35.

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CITY OF MESA, ARIZONA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Mesa is seeking a qualified Design Consultant for the following:

CONSULTANT ON-CALL LIST FOR WATER AND WASTEWATER PIPELINES

The City of Mesa is seeking qualified Consultants to provide Design Services and/or construction administration services on an on-call basis in the following area/category: Water and Wastewater Pipelines All qualified firms that are interested in providing these services are invited to submit their Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) in accordance with the requirements detailed in the Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

From this solicitation, the Engineering Department will establish a list of on-call consultants for mechanical engineering services This category is further defined below:

The Water and Wastewater Pipelines project category is defined to include generally horizont al construction projects whose primary purpose is to provide, convey or otherwise directly support the provision of water and/or wastewater service to the City of Mesa's utility customers Projects might involve studies, new construction, extension, rehabilitation, or other modifications Typical projects include (but are not limited to) waterlines and wastewater lines and their associated infrastructure. These projects may include any or all of the other discipline design areas and services included under other categories.

A Pre-Submittal Conference will not be held.

Contact with City Employees. All firms interested in this project (including the firm's employees, representatives, agents, lobbyists, attorneys, and subconsultants) will refrain, under penalty of disqualification, from direct or indirect contact for the purpose of influencing the selection or creating bias in the selection process with any person who may play a part in the selection process This policy is intended to create a level playing field for all potential firms, assure that contract decisions are made in public and to protect the integrity of the selection process All contact on this selection process should be addressed to the authorized representative identified below

RFQ Lists. This RFQ is available on the City's website at http://mesaaz gov/business/engineering/architectural-engineering-design-opportunities

pages to address the SOQ evaluation criteria (excluding resumes but including an organization chart with key personnel and their affiliation) Resumes for each team member shall be limited to a maximum length of two pages and should be attached as an appendix to the SOQ Minimum font size shall be 10pt Please provide six (6) hard copies and one (1) CD of the Statement of Qualificatio ns by 2 : 0 0 p m o n J u l y 2 6 , 2 0 1 6 The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Statements of Qualification The City is an equal opportunity employer

Delivered or hand-carried submittals must be delivered to the Engineering Department reception area on the fifth floor of Mesa City Plaza Building in a sealed package On the submittal package, please display: Firm name, project number, and/or project title

Firms who wish to do business with the City of Mesa must be registered and activated in the City of Mesa Vendor Self Service (VSS) System (http://mesaaz gov/business/purchasing/vendor-selfservice)

Questions Questions pertaining to the Design Consultant selection process or contract issues s h o u l d b

BETH HUNING City Engineer

ATTEST:

DeeAnn Mickelsen

City

Clerk

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Event Clean Up Services

Arizona Board of Regents Request for Proposal

Arizona State University is requesting sealed proposals from qualified experienced firms or individuals, for

Services The selected firm will provide athletic event clean up services for the Tempe campus Proposals will be accepted at the receptionist's desk, University Services Building, Arizona State University, 1551 S Rural Road, Tempe, Arizona 85281 until 3:00 PM, MST, 7/26/16. Proposal package is available at: www asu edu/purchasing/bids

No Pre-proposal Conference will be held

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CITY OF MESA MESA, ARIZONA

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

Signal Butte Water Treatment Plant Project No C01600

S

Risk (CMAR) construct a new water treatment plant at the northeast corner of Signal Butte and Elliot Roads to treat Colorado River water supplied via the Central Arizona Project (CAP) canal to drinking water standards The plant will initially be built as a 24 million gallons per day (MGD) facility, with a planned ultimate capacity of 48 million gallons per day (MGD)

You are invited to attend a Pre-Construction Public Meeting where City staff and Sundt Construction will be available to answer your questions No formal presentation will be given

Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2016

Time: 6:00 p m to 7:00 p m

Location: Sunland Spring Village - Auditorium 2240 S Springwood Blvd Mesa, AZ 85209

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this project, please contact Rene Powell, Jaime Otter, or Michele Arrollado with the City of Mesa Engineering Public Relations at (480) 644-3800

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ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION HAVE BEEN FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION FOR I

Name: TERRAPIN STEEL BUILDINGS LLC L-2095490- 0 II

The address of the registered office is: 2410 N 39th Place Phoenix, AZ 85008

The name and address of the Statutory Agent is: John E Moats 2410 N 39th Place Phoenix, AZ 85008 III

A (X) Management of the limited liability company is vested in a manager or managers The names and addresses 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:

John E Moats

Jennifer L Moats Manager/Member Member 2410 N 39th Place 2410 N 39th Place Phoenix, AZ 85008 Phoenix, AZ 85008

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

BID OPENING: FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2016, AT 11:00 A M (M S T )

TRACS NO 0000 CN CCN SZ07501C

PROJ NO STP-CCN- 0(219)T

TERMINI COCONINO COUNTY

LOCATION TOWNSEND-WINONA ROAD, LEUPP ROAD TO I-40

The amount programmed for this contract is $2,055,000 The location and description of the proposed work are as follows:

The proposed work is located in Coconino County, Approximately 13 Miles East of The City of Flagstaff on Townsend-Winona Road between Leup p Road and Interstate 40 The work consists of reconstructing existing roadway, milling and replacing asphaltic concrete, constructing a retaining wall, replacing guardrail and guardrail end terminals,striping, and other miscellaneous work

Project plans, special provisions, and proposal pamphlets, as electronic files, are available free of charge from the Contracts and Specifications website, or they may be purchased in paper format at 1651 W Jackson, Room 121F, Phoenix, AZ 85007-3217, (602) 712-7221 The cost is $33 00

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

BID OPENING: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2016, AT 11:00 A M (M S T )

TRACS NO 010 LA 017 H851701C

PROJ NO NH-IM- 010-A- (219)T TERMINI EHRENBERG-PHOENIX HWY (I-10) LOCATION WEST QUARTZSITE T I

The amount programmed for this contract is $2,200,000 The location and description of the proposed work are as follows:

The proposed work is located approximately one miles west of SR 95 in the Town of Quartzsite in a La Paz County The work consists of widening the existing cross road, extending drainage pipe, replacing existing bridge barrier, striping, and other miscellaneous work

Project plans, special provisions, and proposal pamphlets, as electronic files, are available free of charge from the Contracts and Specifications website, or they may be purchased in paper format at 1651 W Jackson, Room 121F, Phoenix, AZ 85007-3217, (602) 712-7221 The cost is $45 00

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

BID OPENING: FRIDAY, AUGUST 12, 2016 AT 11:00 A M (M S T )

TRACS NO 0000 MO MMO T0021 01C

PROJ NO 000-MMO- 0(216)T

TERMINI OATMAN - TOPOCK HIGHWAY (OLD US 66)

LOCATION SACRAMENTO WASH

The amount programmed for this contract is $1,970,000 The location and description of the proposed work are as follows:

The proposed project consists of constructing a new single span bridge with Prefabricated Bridge Elements (PBE) and related roadway and drainage improvements on Oatman Highway (Historic Route 66) across Sacramento Wash, located approximately one mile north of I-40, in Topock, Mohave County, Arizona The work consists of constructing a new bridge, roadway approaches and channel improvements within Mohave County highway right-of- way The work also includes signing, striping, concrete barrier, guard rail, seeding and other related work

Project plans, special provisions, and proposal pamphlets, as electronic files, are available free of charge from the Contracts and Specifications website, or they may be purchased in paper format at 1651 W Jackson, Room 121F, Phoenix, AZ 85007-3217, (602) 712-7221 The cost is $49

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

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BID OPENING: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2016, AT 11:00 A M (M S T )

TRACS NO 040 MO 073 H842001C PROJ NO NHPP-040- B(211)T TERMINI KINGMAN-ASH FORK HWY (I-40) LOCATION PEACOCK AND BIG SANDY WASH EB BRIDGES

The amount programmed for this contract is $4,300,000 The location and description of the proposed work are as follows:

The proposed work is located in Mohave County on Interstate 40 between mileposts 73 20 and 75 70, approximately two miles east of US 93 The proposed work consists of removing and replacing existing bridge decks, reconstructing existing bridge approaches, constructing scour protection slabs, replacing pavement markings, and other miscellaneous work

Project plans, special provisions, and proposal pamphlets, as electronic files, are available free of charge from the Contracts and Specifications website, or they may be purchased in paper format at 1651 W Jackson, Room 121F, Phoenix, AZ 85007-3217, (602) 712-7221 The cost is $40 00

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

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BID OPENING: FRIDAY, AUGUST 26, 2016, AT 11:00 A M (M S T )

TRACS NO 019 SC 000 H882501C

PROJ NO HSIP-019- A(231)T

TERMINI NOGALES - TUCSON HIGHWAY (I - 19)

LOCATION Nogales - San Xavier Road

The amount programmed for this contract is $1,200,000 The location and description of the proposed work are as follows:

The proposed project is located in Santa Cruz County on I-19, just north of the City of Nogales Part of the project is located within the San Xa vier District of the Tohono O'Odham Nation The project begins at milepost 0 8 and ends at milepost 57 8 The work consists of removing trees and any other woody vegetation within the recovery zone

Project plans, special provisions, and proposal pamphlets, as electronic files, are available free of charge from the Contracts and Specifications website, or they may be purchased in paper format at 1651 W Jackson, Room 121F, Phoenix, AZ 85007-3217, (602) 712-7221 The cost is $7 00

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ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

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BID OPENING: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2016, AT 11:00 A M (M S T )

TRACS NO 089A YV 324 H837701C

PROJ NO STP-HSIP- A89-A(209)T

TERMINI PRESCOTT - FLAGSTAFF HIGHWAY (SR 89A) LOCATION COYOTE SPRINGS RD - LEGEND HILLS RD

The amount programmed for this contract is $4,300,000 The location and description of the proposed work are as follows:

The proposed work is located in Yavapai County on SR 89A, from MP 324 82 to MP 333 00, approximately 25 miles northeast of the City of Prescott The work consists of milling the existing Asphaltic Concrete (AC) and replacing it with AC and ACFC Additional work includes widening shoulders; removing and replacing pipe culverts; replacing pavement markings and other related work

Project plans, special provisions, and proposal pamphlets, as electronic files, are available free of charge from the Contracts and Specifications website, or they may be purchased in paper format at 1651 W Jackson, Room 121F, Phoenix, AZ 85007-3217, (602) 712-7221 The cost is $38

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NOTICE OF INVITATION FOR BID SOLICITATION # AGFD17-00006500

TRIPLOID RAINBOW TROUT EGGS

The Arizona Game & Fish Department, Support Services Branch, 5000 West Carefree Highway, Phoenix , AZ 85086, (623) 236-7209, will accept competitive sealed offers for the above-mentioned service Copies of the Solicitation are available online at https://procure az gov Offers are to be submitted in the Procure AZ system by AUGUST 1, 2016 by 3:00 P M Arizona Time

Publi sh: DNS-July 12, 2016; EVT- July 17, 2016 / 17440160

CITY OF MESA, ARIZONA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Mesa is seeking a qualified Design Consultant for the following:

CONSULTANT ON-CALL LIST FOR WATER AND WASTEWATER PLANTS

The City of Mesa is seeking qualified Consultants to provide Design Services and/or construction administration services on an on-call basis in the following area/category: Water and Wastewater Plants All qualified firms that are interested in providing these services are invited to submit their Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) in accordance with the requirements detailed in the Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

From this solicitation, the Engineering Department will establish a list of on-call consultants for mechanical engineering services This category is further defined below:

The W a t e r a n d W a s t e w a t e r P l a n t s project category is defined to include plant type projects whose primary purpose is to provi de, convey or otherwise directly support the provision of water and/or wastewater service to the City of Mesa's utility customers Projects might involve new construction, remodels, rehabilitation, studies, models or other modifications Typical projects include (but are not limited to) water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, lift stations, odor control facilities, well sites, wastewater structures, water delivery structures, and water metering f a c i l i t i e s w i t h

projects may include any or all of the other discipline design areas and services included under other categories

A Pre-Submittal Conference will not be held

Contact with City Employees. All firms interested in this project (including the firm's employees, representatives, agents, lobbyists, attorneys, and subconsultants) will refrain, under penalty of disqualification, from direct or indirect contact for the purpose of influencing the selection or creating bias in the selection process with any person who may play a part in the selection process This policy is intended to create a level playing field for all potential firms, assure that contract decisions are made in public and to protect the integrity of the selection process All contact on this selection process should be addressed to the authorized representative identified below

The Statement of Qualifications shall include a one-page cover letter, plus a maximum of 1 0 pages to address the SOQ evaluation criteria (excluding resumes but including an organization chart with key personnel and their affiliation) Resumes for each team member shall be limited to a maximum length of two pages and should be attached as an appendix to the SOQ Minimum font size shall be 10pt Please provide six (6) hard copies and one (1) CD of the Statement of Qualificatio ns by 2:00pm on July 27, 2016 The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Statements of Qualification The City is an equal opportunity employer

Delivered or hand-carried submittals must be delivered to the Engineering Department reception area on the fifth floor of Mesa City Plaza Building in a sealed package On the submittal package, please display: Firm name, project number, and/or project title

Firms who wish to do business with the City of Mesa must be registered and activated in the City of Mesa Vendor Self Service (VSS) System (http://mesaaz gov/business/purchasing/vendor-selfservice)

Questions Questions pertaining to the Design Consultant selection process or contract issues

BETH HUNING City Engineer

ATTEST: DeeAnn Mickelsen City Clerk

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