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A CITY ON THE MOVE . VOLUME 3 NO. 1 . February 2003 inSurprise “Let’s Play has finallyarrived.Here’s everything youneedto everything preseason warm-up,to parking, tothePA know —from the Ball.” personality. 2 8 surprise7 6 classes today! Surprise Recreation Campus. Signupfor to T’aiChi,there’s plentytodoandlearn atthe Get amoveon. Home RuleOption. council seat.Voters willalsoconsiderthe Bails isrunninguncontestedinherbidfora of sixchallengers,whilenewcomerMartha two incumbentcouncilmembersfaceatotal ensure asmooth-runningelection. City ClerkSherryAguilargoesthedistanceto Meet the“FirstLady”ofElections. Vote 11. March From Teddy BearTea Time Mayor JoanShaferand the road to spring We all know about Cinderella snagging her prince; the Spokane. In March 2000, Pupo and Bobby Brett met for a farewell underdog tortoise beating the hare, and now there’s the meal before Pupo headed to his new job and it was there the idea of a fairy tale story of Spring Training in Surprise: How Cactus League team in Surprise was born. the once-sleepy square mile farming community successfully Pupo knew it was a long shot. courted two teams away from their training spots, "I figured there was less than a 1 and landed $32 million in public funding to build a $48.3 percent chance that we would succeed,” he said. Brett helped to set up million Cactus League Spring Training facility. a meeting with the teams and the City scrambled to produce a video presentation, "Let’s Play Ball." It’s a story of the right people at the right place at the In October, right time … It worked. Surprise announced plans to build a multi- use Cactus League sports facility that would serve as a spring training As the world celebrated Y2K, 3,000 new homes a year were home for the and . The Nov. 7 being built in Surprise, the first new commercial passage of Proposition 302 gave Surprise a funding source. developments were under construction, and the City was (Proposition 302 established a 1 percent hotel bed tax, and 3.25 under the direction of a new City Council and a new City percent car rental surcharge in Maricopa County to pay for the Manager, Bill Pupo. Community and Recreation Services Cardinals’ Stadium as well as Cactus League facilities.) On Dec. 12, Director Mark Coronado had come to Surprise from nearby the TSA unanimously approved Peoria to join Pupo in making recreation a top City priority. $26 million for a Cactus League facility in Surprise. Pupo, who had come to Surprise from Spokane, Meanwhile, the City Council, Pupo, Coronado and a handful of Washington, had a longtime friendship with the Brett family. others, went to work developing a plan for what has now become the The Brett name is synonymous with with George crown jewel of Surprise – the Surprise Recreation Campus. Brett being a Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, and his On May 21, 2001, the City entered into an brother, Bobby, owner of three minor league teams in intergovernmental agreement with the TSA guaranteeing $26

The “voice” of the Surprise Recreation Campus The Schedule: Visit www.surpriseaz.com. Click on Jim Korey is a baseball fan from way back But it didn’t become a "Spring Training" on the home page and that makes him slightly opinionated, semi-regular "job" until and open the Ticket Brochure, or call but when the microphone clicks on, the about 10 years ago when, the box office at "Voice of the Surprise Stadium" is as one of the founding 623.594.5600. determined to deliver an unbiased, but members of the non- never dispassionate, play-by-play. profit Diamond Club at Opening Weekend: the Peoria Sports Feb. 27 – The Royals and Rangers "I can’t say what I want to say on the PA," Complex, he was drafted break-in the field with a charity game said Korey, who’s booming voice and to announce Spring Jim Korey scheduled for 1:05 p.m., followed by infectious laugh is only slightly more Training games for the the Rangers taking on the University recognizable than his signature slick, bald, Padres and . of Texas Longhorns at 4:05 p.m. It’s head. Too bad Korey forgot that a reporter The Padres flew him out for a few home two games for the price of one and a was in the booth when he commented games and they’ve dangled a full-time chance to get a sneak peak at the that Dusty Baker had substituted everyone announcer carrot should he ever decide to players and the park. into the game except his own mother. A retire – an idea he’s toyed with for a good-natured call from the San Francisco couple of years. Feb. 28 – Expect a few surprises on Giants coach the next day, however, left the very first official of Korey a little red-faced and tongue-tied. In the meantime, Korey is moving a few Spring Training. Trumpet player Jessie miles west to Surprise Stadium. He debuts McGuirre will play the National The Chicago native who cut his teeth on Feb. 14 as the announcer for the Coca- Anthem, the for the opening hot dogs at Wrigley Field, spent a year Cola Spring Training Classic, a college will be delivered via sky divers, playing for his beloved Cubs before he baseball tournament. and everyone attending will receive a signed up for a stint in the Korean War. commemorative ticket. He won a contest to become the on-air Mark Coronado, director of Community March 1 talent for Armed Forces Radio with an off- and Recreation Services, calls him an all- – The Royals take on the the-cuff monologue. The prize was an star in the field of Spring Training PA. Oakland A’s at 1:05 p.m. with extended tour – 22 months in all. And, "Jim's distinguished voice, energy and Ranger/Royal key chains going to the from time to time, the founder and upbeat personality only compliment his first 2,000. president of Food Service Marketing Inc. knowledge and experience," he said. March 2 – The Rangers take on the and a 30 percent owner in the Phoenix Stadium Manager Jim Mallon puts it this at 1:05 p.m. with Roadrunners hockey team, had to pinch- way: "You always know when it’s James Chan Ho Park Bobble-heads going to at the microphone when his regular Earl Jones, don’t you? Well you’ll always the first 2,000. announcers couldn’t make it. know when it’s Jim Korey.

2 Spring Training Tradition Begins training in surprise million toward the nearly $48.3 million complex, and foot team clubhouses; two major league lighted fields; two signed lease agreements with the Kansas City Royals and four-field cloverleaf practice fields, two half-fields and 10 outdoor Texas Rangers for the 2003 spring training . tunnels. Ceremonial "first pitches" were thrown at the site, located Also at the Surprise Recreation Campus: on the northwest corner of Greenway and Bullard roads. A lawsuit filed in September by developer John F. Long in 10,500-square-foot Surprise Aquatic Center September stopped the TSA from selling bonds, but 23,000-square-foot Surprise Regional Library Surprise continued construction using its own 13,500-square-foot Surprise Recreation Center funds. On Feb. 7, 2002, the TSA upped its commitment to 37-acre community park with five-acre urban fishing lake Surprise pledging an extra $600,000 a month (up to a total On the drawing board are the Sundancer DreamCatcher Park - an of $32 million) for every month it was unable to sell bonds athletic complex for special needs children - walking and bike trails, to pay off Surprise. lights for night games and activities, tennis courts and more. In December - just days before the Stadium’s dedication - the lawsuit was denied and the TSA was finally allowed to proceed with bond sales. See the Legends of the Game The remaining $28 million is expected before When it comes to America's favorite pastime, the 17th annual Celebration Feb. 28, the official opening day of Spring Training of Baseball covers all the bases. in Surprise. Sponsored by the Chapter of the Players Alumni Association (MLBPAA), the Feb. 22-23 event at the Surprise The Surprise Recreation Campus is located on nearly Recreation Campus offers fascinations for every fan: Youth Baseball Clinics, 200 acres in the heart of Surprise. The campus consists Home Derby, autograph sessions, and a card of the 132-acre Spring Training Facility, which includes show. the 10,560-seat Surprise Stadium; two 31,000-square- The main event is the Legends Baseball Game scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday at Surprise Stadium, where retired players will take on the American Leaguers. Those who may appear include Floyd Bannister, Getting a ticket: Bob Uecker, , Brian Harper and Hall of Famers Ticket prices for the Royals/Rangers Stop by the Surprise Stadium 2003 Cactus League season are as follows: , Phil Niekro, Dave Winfield, and Ticket Office, 15960 N. Section Season Tickets Robin Yount. Bullard Ave., from 9 a.m. to Complimentary tickets are available at the Surprise Stadium 14 28 individual 4 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. games games game Ticket Office. The office is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays, and to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Lawn Seats $70 $140 $5 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Call 480.784.4444 or Plaza Seats $126 $252 $9 order on-line at Box $168 $336 $12 www.ticketmaster.com. Box $210 $420 $15 Club Seats $280 $560 $20 Rules of the Stadium: A service charge applies to Fans are allowed to bring food into the stadium, however, it must be tickets purchased by phone, contained in a sealed, clear plastic bag and must be small on-line, or at Ticketmaster outlets located in Robinson’s enough to fit under a standard stadium seat. serving baby food and May, Wherehouse Records and Tower Records. formula is allowed, as well. As for beverages, only water and boxed fruit juice Getting to the ballpark: boxes are acceptable. Patrons may bring one clear, sealed one-liter plastic water The main entrance is off of Bell Road, about three miles bottle or an empty plastic water/sports bottle. west of Grand Avenue. Take Bullard Avenue or Parkview Smoking is not allowed inside the stadium pursuant to Surprise City Code §§_ Place south.The cost of parking is $4 for general parking, 9.29.040, 9.29.050 and paragraph 12.7.10 of Rangers/Royals Agreement. which includes about 1,800 spaces in the parking area north Firearms or deadly weapons are prohibited (A.R.S. § 13-3102 A-10). of the stadium and about 1,200 paved and dirt spaces east Resale of any tickets within 200 feet of any public entrance is prohibited (A.R.S. of the Aquatic Center. § 13-3718). Animals are not permitted, with the exception of certified service animals for STADIUM PUBLIC LIBRARY guests with disabilities, or service animals in training. PARKING DAILY PARKING

L P No one is allowed on the field of play without proper credentials; such action

W OVERFLOW E I will result in automatic ejection and possible arrest. V PARKING BASEBALL V.I.P.

K BULLARD AV R PARKING All strollers and diaper bags must be accompanied by a child. SURPRISE A STADIUM P PARADISE LN Gates will open approximately 1 1/2 hours prior to the event. LIBRARY There are no refunds for parking. No bags of any kind, exceeding the maximum size of 16x16x8 inches, will be

KANSAS CITY ROYALS allowed into the stadium. PARKING No coolers, ice chests, thermoses, glass or metal containers shall be taken into the stadium. TEXAS RANGERS PARKING No lawn or legged chairs are allowed. No alcoholic beverages may be brought into the stadium.

TIERRA BUENA L All items being brought into the stadium are subject to search and inspection.

TEXAS FAN GAME DAY OPERATIONA Beware of objects leaving the playing field. Guests are responsible for insuring PARKING STAFF PARKING their own safety while at the stadium. Neither the City of Surprise, nor the STADIUM PUBLIC Rangers or Royals, are responsible for objects leaving the field during the PARKING course of play. GREENWAY RD GREENWAY RD 3 for baseballLovers

College baseball players are beating the big guys to the bases, taking the field on Valentine’s Day to snatch the honor of playing the first game ever in the new Surprise night at the yard Stadium. Dine with a baseball legend and help deliver the dream of a Oklahoma State versus Oregon State at 3 p.m. for the for the physically and mentally challenged. opening game of the three-day Coca-Cola Spring Training Classic, a four-college baseball tournament. Arizona State "A Night at the Yard," a charity dinner and auction and Gonzaga face off at 7 p.m. featuring players and managers from the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers, is set for 5:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Tickets are on sale at the Surprise Stadium Ticket Office, Surprise Recreation Campus. Proceeds will go toward the 15960 N. Bullard Ave., or on-line at ticketmaster.com. Prices Sundancers DreamCatcher Park, an athletic complex for special for individual games are $8 for adults, $5 for seniors, $5 for needs children that will likely encompass baseball, basketball and students with i.d. and those 18-years and younger. Game day other sports amenities. It will be located at the Campus, Bullard parking is $4. Avenue south of Bell Road. A real sweetheart of a deal, the six-game tournament Currently in the design phase, the estimated $6 million project pass includes free parking and goes for $30 for adults and will likely be built in phases, said Sundancer President Tom $25 for seniors, students and juniors. Hocking. "We hope to collect the entire amount within three to five years," he said. COCA-COLA CLASSIC COLLEGE This is the first fundraiser for the nearly 600-member Sundancer BASEBALL TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE organization, a volunteer group formed mainly to support Major League Baseball spring training activities and other events. Friday, Feb. 14 3 p.m. Oklahoma State vs. Oregon State Tables of eight, which include a representative from each of the 7 p.m. Arizona State vs. teams, range from $1,500 to $5,000. The $5,000 "Grand Gonzaga Slam" table might include a manager or an all-star player such as Alex Rodriquez or , while Saturday, Feb. 15 Noon Oregon State vs. the $3,500 "" will buy a starting position player. The Gonzaga $2,500 "" features a major league coach or starting pitcher; 4 p.m. Arizona State vs. the $2,000 "" a general manager or member of the front- Oklahoma State office staff; and the $1,500 "Single" buys dinner with a couple of bench players. Single tickets are available for $250. Sunday, Feb. 16 11 a.m. Oklahoma State vs. Gonzaga The evening will also include entertainment, silent and live 3 p.m. Arizona State vs. auctions, and a goody bag. For tickets, or more information, call Oregon State Phil Yabes at 623.266.4521.

from the desk of Sometimes it’s hard to believe. oan Shafer There were so many sleepless nights spent worrying about J where the money would come from if the lawsuit Two years ago, citizens shared a vision with me for Surprise library. Well, I just got back from progressed; worrying that construction would not be done visiting that library, where I took the opportunity in time. to sit and gaze out the window at the lake and the newly installed sidewalk. I could almost smell But it all came together, thanks to the diligence and hard the soon-to-be-installed lawn. I couldn’t help but work of our staff. The City Council votes for it, but it’s the think back over the past several glorious months, staff that carries it out, so thank you staff for being a major and envision what is yet to come. part in the fulfilling of dreams. You are a pretty wonderful bunch to work with. It was just two years ago that the Surprise Recreation Campus was a barren strip of desert inhabited by coyotes, roadrunners and bunnies; Now we start on the next phase: Sundancers DreamCatcher there were scrub bushes, sagebrush and other desert foliage. Today Park - a place where those who cannot ordinarily play there’s a state-of-the art stadium where we’ll soon hear the crack of sports will get the chance to participate - a teen center, the ball hitting the bat and the cheers of the crowd. Last fall, the special events in the stadium and construction of a public green field was full of young soccer and flag-football players – several safety building. hundred of them. What about the fantastic aquatic center that was filled to capacity nearly every day last summer? One more thing: I encourage you to bring me your visions and let me work with you! 4 MAYOR IS IN SCHEDULED PRIDE DAY MARCH 15 Mayor Joan Shafer will hold her monthly Mayor Is In Volunteers are needed to spruce up homes and stencil program at Fry’s on Feb. 22 and Wal-Mart Supercenter in addresses on curbs as part of the second annual Pride Surprise Towne Center on March 8. The program runs from Day on March 15. This year, efforts will focus on the 9-11 a.m. at each location. The Mayor Is In offers residents Original Townsite and Section 10 in the northern area the chance to meet with the Mayor on an informal basis and of the City. Last spring, more than 250 volunteers discuss various issues and concerns. No appointment is spent a Saturday morning revitalizing 15 homes in necessary. Info: 623.583.5899 the Original Townsite. CITY OFFICES TO OBSERVE HOLIDAYS New gardening and painting tools are needed, as well Surprise City offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 17 in as gift cards to local home improvement warehouse observance of President’s Day. stores. Info: Christina Ramirez, 623.815.5495 Trash normally collected on Monday and Tuesday will be FIRE STATIONS A ‘ HAVEN’ picked up one day later. Trash collections will be back on Surprise’s three fire stations are official "Safe Haven" schedule by Thursday and Friday. Info: 623.583.0947. locations where unharmed newborns, up to 72-hours- old may be dropped off, no questions asked. The fire stations, located at 15616 N. Hollyhock St., 18600 N. Reems Road and 22443 N. 163rd Ave, are equipped with baby blankets, diapers and a small tote where citynotebook the baby may be placed. BABY SHOTS APRIL 12 If no one is at the station, parents may use the Surprise firefighters will be immunizing children 18 years old red emergency phone located on the outside of the and younger from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 12 at the Surprise building and firefighters will be dispatched to Community Center, 15832 N. Hollyhock St. the station. The Baby Shots program offers free immunizations to City The Safe Haven for Newborn Infants Act, enacted by residents with no or inadequate health insurance. The the Arizona Legislature in August 2001, is designed program provides all immunizations required for day care to save lives by preventing baby abandonment. and school entry. Simply bring your child’s shot record to the CONCERTS FREE TO RESIDENTS clinic and the nursing staff will review it and determine the Surprise Serenades, a monthly concert vaccines needed. Info: 623.583.8225. sponsored by the City of Surprise and the BULK TRASH PICKUP SCHEDULE West Valley Art Museum continues this month with Bulk trash collections are scheduled for Feb. 17 through Feb. an appearance by the Artichoke Sisters whose sassy 28 in the 163rd Avenue area on the north side of Grand sounds are reminiscent of the Andrew Sisters. Avenue. Collections in the area of 219th Avenue are Concert is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, scheduled for March 3-14, and collections in the Original Feb. 20 and is free to Surprise residents and Townsite area east of Litchfield Road will take place April 7- Museum members. 18. This area includes Coyote Lakes, West Point Towne Turning Point, a contemporary cool jazz group, will Center and Roseview. perform at 7 p.m. on March 27. The West Valley Art All bulk trash collections must be scheduled in advance with Museum is located at Bell Road and 114th Avenue. the City’s Public Works Department. For more information Info: 623.972.0635. about bulk trash collections, fees and exclusions, or to GRANTS AVAILABLE FOR HOUSING REHAB schedule a pick-up, call the Public Works Department at Interested in fixing up your home, but running a little 623.583.0947. short on cash? The City of Surprise Housing FIREFIGHTERS OFFER CPR CLASSES Rehabilitation Program may be able to help. Surprise firefighters continue to offer non-certification CPR Applications for deferred payment loans are now classes for City residents on the third Saturday of each month being accepted at the City of Surprise Housing as part of the City’s on-going Pool Safety and Drowning Division, 15832 N. Hollyhock St. Residents may be Prevention Program. There is no charge for these classes. eligible for as much as $35,000 to improve or repair The class, CPR for Friends and Family, will be held Feb 15 heating, cooling, roofing, plumbing, electrical or and March 15. The class is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Surprise other housing problems. Rehabilitation efforts are City Hall, 12425 W. Bell Road, in the main classroom. Call aimed at the Original Townsite and Sections 10 and 623.583.8225 to sign up. 14, but applications from all areas of the City will be considered. Qualified applicants will be assisted on a SHOOTING IN CITY LIMITS PROHIBITED first-come-first-served basis although homes with Hunting and shooting in the Surprise City limits is unlawful health and safety concerns will be considered a and violators may be charged with a class one misdemeanor priority. punishable by up to six months in jail and/or up to a $2,500 fine. "They can also be charged with disorderly conduct To qualify, applicants must own and occupy the involving a fire arm which is a violation of state law," said house, pay the mortgage in their name for a Police Spokesman Detective Scott Bailey. minimum of one year and meet income eligibility requirements. Total household income for all working Most of the violations occur in the McMicken Dam/Sun members over age 18 may not exceed $32,400 for Valley Parkway area, west of Arizona Traditions, Bailey said. one, $37,050 for two, $41,700 for three or $46,300 Surprise currently encompasses 74-square-miles and residents for four. Info: Christina Ramirez, 623.815.5495 who are unsure of the city boundaries may check the map on the City’s web site, www.surpriseaz.com, or call the Surprise Police Department at 623.583.1085. 5 6 election preview Info: (Mountain Vista Ranch,AshtonCountryside, MountainGate, Mesquite District(3)- (Most ofSunCityGrand,BellWest Ranch,Stonebrook and Summerfield). Blvd.inSunCityGrand. Clearview Cottonwood District(2)- 11 &14,aswellSaguaro View andSaguaro Acres). (Arizona Traditions, HappyTrails, Phase4ofSunCityGrand,Sections10, Acacia District(1)- polling locations districts. theonlytwoballotitemsinthese Home RuleOptionare District (6)willnotelectanewrepresentative until2005. Registered votersintheAcaciaDistrict,PalmDistrictandPaloVerde mayor. Arismendezwasamember ofthecouncilfrom 1989to1994. Villanueva five terms ontheCouncilincludingsixyearsas hasserved former councilmember In theMulberryDistrict,long-time years, andTuttle forsix. Wayne Tuttle council since1991,willfacechallengers In theMesquiteDistrict, Smith isnotseekingre-election. unopposed Bailsisrunning Martha In theCottonwoodDistrict,PlanningandZoningCommissionmember election. election, thetoptwocandidateswilladvancetoMay20general amajority If acandidatefailstoreceive mayor oftheCityin1994.KenSenftwithdrew from theraceonFeb.17. Commission. Shaferbecamethecity’s firstwomanmayorandelected governing board, whileTruitt onSurprise’s serves PlanningandZoning Lyn Truitt In theraceforMayor, Shafer Hall, 12425W. BellRoad. site, orbycalling602.506.1511.AnearlyvotingboothissetupinCity Early ballotsmayberequested through theMaricopaCountyElectionsweb Voters willalsoconsidertheHomeRuleOption. election. 11primary a totalofsixchallengersintheCity’sMarch Mayor JoanShaferandtwoincumbentcouncilmemberswillface the candidates Legacy Parc, Roseview, MarleyPark,southernportion ofWest Point Towne Centerandsouthwesternportion oftheOriginalTownsite). Apartments, SunVillage, RoseGarden andFoxhillRun). Mulberry District(4)- Mulberry (Coyote Lakes,CanyonRidge West, SunflowerResort, SunRidge Hollyhock (MajorityoftheOriginalTownsite). 17540 N.Avenue oftheArts. Palm District(5)- Palo Verde District(6)- City Clerk’s Office, 623.583.1098. Mondell Road (Northwest portion oftheOriginalTownsite). . LipscombisamemberoftheDysart UnifiedSchoolDistrict . Sullivanhasbeenaresident ofSurprisefornearlytwo Kingswood Elementary School,15150W.Kingswood Elementary Mondell Danny Arismendez. incumbent JohnnyMontoya New SongMethodistChurch, 16303W. Bell. Spirit ofGraceLutheranChurch, 15820W. Kingswood Elementary School,15150W.Kingswood Elementary will facechallengers Surprise CommunityCenter, 15832N. incumbent RoyVillanueva Unitarian UniversalistChurch, . 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Limitation, alsoknownas"Home Expenditure the Alternative will onceagainbeaskedtorenew Councilmembers, Surprisevoters City Mayor andthree 11,besideselectinga On March the issue CITY COUNCIL 623.583.5899 Joan Shafer, Mayor Tucker Smith, Vice-Mayor Sherry Aguilar Thomas Allen City Clerk Don Cox Johnny Montoya Roy Villanueva Bob Vukanovich Sherry Aguilar will be off and EMPLOYEE SINCE: 1990 running by 4:30 a.m. on March HOMETOWN: Surprise CITY MANAGER 11 and her work day likely Education: 1977 623.583.1080 won’t end until 9 or 10 that graduate of Dysart High Bill Pupo night. For Surprise’s City Clerk, School; more than 100 Election Day is the marathon hours of college credit in she’s spent a year-and-a-half PLANNING business administration. preparing to run. & ZONING Certified Municipal Clerk. COMMISSION It began with redistricting – a FAMILY: Husband of 23 623.583.1088 nine-month process involving a years, George; one son, Martha Bails citizens’ group reviewing 27 Anthony. Janelle Blair maps and obtaining U.S. Justice HOBBIES: Attending street Robert Gonzalez Department approval. There rod classic car shows and Daniel Morris were 10 candidate packets and a drag races, bowling, Antonio Segarra Home Rule initiative to process, spending time with family. Ken Senft voters to register, polling places COLLECTIONS: Angels, in Lyn Truitt to set-up, and about a million contact us memory of the brother and contactus questions to answer. two sisters she lost to Muscular Dystrophy. "Elections are my favorite time. It is stressful, I’ll have to admit, RELAX BY: Exercising on but it’s something I look forward her Gazelle machine and to," said the hometown girl, listening to music. comingsoon born just six months before the FAVORITE MUSIC: Stevie Watch this column City’s 1960 incorporation. Nicks, Fleetwood Mac, for businesses coming Heart and America. soon to Surprise. Aguilar grew up on Greasewood WORK ETHIC: "My mom Street; a happy childhood spent and dad taught me to work RESTAURANTS: Red Lobster, Pizza Hut playing football and riding bikes hard and treat everyone and Olive Garden in Surprise Marketplace, Macayo’s through the alleys of the one- fairly and with respect." southwest corner of Bell and Grand; Plaza square-mile town with her four , restaurant and retail shops, southwest WORK GOAL: To continue corner of Bell and Reems roads. siblings. "There really wasn’t my education. anything else to do," she said. GROCERIES: Albertsons, grocery, gas station PERSONAL GOAL: Stay and shops, 16794 W. Bell Road; Safeway, committed to Weight The Dysart graduate spent 10 southeast corner of Bell Road and Cotton Lane. Watchers program and years working for a Bayless PHARMACIES: CVS Pharmacy, 15474 W. exercising. Market in Goodyear before Greenway Road; Eckerds, southeast corner of landing a job as a receptionist at WEIGHT LOSS TIP: "I Bell and Reems roads. the City. Since 1990, Aguilar has bring Smart Ones to work MINI-STORAGES: Surprise Mini Storage, worked as an account clerk, for lunch. It really helps 15701 N. Reems Road; Grand Avenue Self- administrative assistant to keep me on track." Storage, a 559-unit storage facility at 15025 W. former City Manager Richard SHERRY’S Santa Fe. McComb, Personnel Director, PROTEIN/CARB APARTMENTS: Quilceda Apartments, and dyed hundreds of Easter SALAD: Mix kidney beans, northwest corner of Bola and El Mirage Road; eggs as the former special events one can pineapple chunks Villa’s Apartments, 16630 N. Reems Road. coordinator. "We did everything with juice, Red Delicious SCHOOLS: Dysart Unified School District’s back then," she said. apples and almonds. Ashton Ranch Elementary, 14898 W. Acoma, and Willow Canyon High School, northwest corner of Surprise Parkway and Westpark; Fun Facts Learning Matters Charter, 15739 W. Acoma. funTotal number of building facts permits issued from 1994 Hollywood Video in Surprise Towne Center, through 2002 was 32,609: 19,838 single-family, northwest corner of Bell and Grand. 12,099 multi-family residential and 716 commercial. Kohl’s Department Store, northwest corner There were 3,106 single family housing starts in 2002, of Bell and Litchfield roads. down from a high of 3,246 in 2000. State Farm Insurance, 12689 W. Bell Road. 7 Surprise youngsters 12 years and younger will be treated to 22,000 eggs and mounds of candy at FAN FEST the City’s annual Spring Eggstravaganza Join us in celebrating the inaugural scheduled for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 19 at the season of Cactus League Spring Surprise Recreation Campus. The free event Training! This free event is scheduled includes egg hunts, inflatable games, crafts and for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 22 at the new Surprise Stadium. Fans will get a face painters. sneak peak at the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers as they take the field to practice their skills, and meet the players first hand during autograph sessions. youthCAL RIPKEN T-BALL sports The Rangers will practice from 9 a.m. Boys and girls, ages 5-6, learn the basics of baseball. to 10:30 p.m.; the Royals, 11 a.m. to Fee: $35 resident / $45 non-resident 12:30 p.m. Players will be available for autographs after their practice session. Concessions, novelty stores and Ticket CAL RIPKEN BASEBALL LAST DAY TO REGISTER!!! Box Office will be open. Designed to teach the basics of hitting and fielding to Saturday, 8 - 11 a.m. Feb. 15 boys and girls, ages 7-12. Surprise Recreation Campus Fee: $40 resident / $50 non-resident 15930 N. Bullard Ave. Info: Paul Frie, GIRLS SOFTBALL Recreation Supervisor fan Designed for girls ages 7-14. Season begins mid-March. 623.266.4500 Fee: $40 resident / $50 non-resident fest Upcoming Summer Sports Programs

YOUTH FLOOR HOCKEY AUGUST This fast-paced indoor activity introduces boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 12 to the sport of Hockey. All needed equipment is provided.

YOUTH GIRL’S VOLLEYBALL JULY Girls entering third through eighth grade will learn to bump, set, serve, and spike during the course of this program.

YOUTH BASKETBALL JULY An abbreviated version of the winter season, it gives boys and girls ages of 5 through 18 an opportunity to beat the heat and learn the game of basketball. Teams play eight games during this four-week season.

adultMEN’S BASKETBALL sports Indoor 5-on-5 full court basketball action for adults! Great exercise, great fun! League is in the Recreational/Open category. Sign up a whole team, or leave your name and number for the free agent list. Info: Adam Robinson, Recreation Coordinator, 623.266.4500. Registration: March 17 – April 11 Season Starts: April 22 Game Times: 8:15 – 9:15 p.m., Location: Surprise Recreation Center Fee: $330 Tuesday and Thursday

CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Indoor volleyball league is fast and fun for all! Men and women from Surprise and the surrounding communities join together on six- member teams to bump, set and spike their way to fun! Register a team, or leave your name and number for the free agent list. Info: Adam Robinson, Recreation Coordinator, 623.266.4500. Registration: March 17 – April 11 Season Starts: April 27 Game Times: Starting at 3 Sunday afternoon Location: Surprise Recreation Centers Fee: $100

aquaticsAQUATICS All classes will take place at the Surprise Aquatic Center, 15831 N Bullard Ave. Pool is heated to approximately 83 degrees. All registration will take place at the Community and Recreation Services Department, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Info: Donna Miller, Recreation Coordinator, 623.266.4518.

WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR COURSES The American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course includes 40 hours of training. Graduates are certified to teach a variety of swim skills to all ages. Students must be 17-years-old by the end of training and pass a pre-course evaluation. Registration: Now through Feb. 20 Fee: $125 includes all manuals Classes: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Feb. 24 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. March 3 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. March 10 8 JOBS! The Community and Recreation aquaticsSCUBA OPEN WATER COURSE Services Department is actively This accelerated weekend course to teaches participants the fundamental skills of scuba diving in just recruiting individuals to be a part three days. Registration fee includes use of SCUBA equipment and all instructional materials. Students of the 2003 Aquatic Team. will be required to provide mask, fins, snorkel, boots and gloves. Discounts for this equipment will be Seasonal part time positions are offered by the instructor the first day of class. SCUBA certification weekend is not included in the available for cashiers; lifeguards registration fee (certification weekend can range from $200 to $500 based on location and arrangements water safety instructors and will be made during the Open Water Course. special interest class instructors Class requirements: Students must be a minimum of 12-years-old, able to swim 200 yards and stay (synchronized swimming, aqua afloat for 10 minutes. aerobics, water polo, water Pre-class meeting: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 Class: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Feb. 21 volleyball…). Applications are Fee: $160 resident / $200 non-resident 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Feb. 22 and 23 available at the City of Surprise Human Resource Department or SPRING SWIM LESSONS on the City of Surprise website at Taught by American Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors, classes range from parent/tot to adult www.surpriseaz.com. swim lessons with a special swim stroke class available to those interested in trying out for swim team. Half-hour classes will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 8 p.m. Note: Parent/tot class is only four days. Registration: Surprise residents only! Open registration starts March 31 8 a.m. – noon March 29 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday - Friday Community and Recreation Services Surprise Aquatic Center 15930 N. Bullard Ave. 15831 N. Bullard Ave. jobs! Session I: April 14 – 25 Session II: April 28 – May 9 Fees: $12 resident / $35 non-resident Parent/Tot: $7 resident / $16 non-resident

THERAPUTIC EXERCISE CLASS Therapeutic Exercise Class is designed for individuals with arthritis, fibromyalgia, or who are recovering from surgery. This eight-week class meets twice a week through March and April. Come and get in shape the pain-free way! Fee: $40 Registration: Dates and times to be announced

AQUA AEROBICS Water is stress reducing, fun and relaxing…just add aerobics and it is an excellent way to tone all major muscle groups and lose weight. This eight-week class meets two times a week through March and April. Fee: $40 Registration: Dates and times to be announced

SURPRISE SWORDFISH SWIM TEAM Part of the West Valley League, this recreational swim team is for ages 4-18. Those interested are encouraged to take the stroke course during Spring Swim Lessons. USS Swimmers must swim up an age group. Skill evaluation: May 10; must be able to swim 25 yards unassisted Fee: $40 resident / $80 non-resident Registration: Starts May 10 Season: Practices start May 19; season runs through mid-July.

LAP SWIMMING Available 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. during swim lesson times in April and May. Perfect for those training or just like swimming laps for exercise. Fee: $1.50 adults 18 and over; 50 cents for youth 17 and under specialTINY TOT DANCE - I interest classes For children 3 and 4-years-old. Participants will learn the basics of ballet and tap along with basic tumbling skills and motor movement to improve coordination. Dancers will perform at the City of Surprise Spring Eggstravaganza on April 19. Class time: 3:45 – 4:30 p.m. Mondays; March 10 – April 14 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee: $30 resident / $40 non-resident

BEGINNING DANCE - I This class is an introduction to dance for children 5-6 years old. Participants will learn beginning ballet and tap. Dancers will perform at the City of Surprise Spring Eggstravaganza on April 19. Class time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Mondays; March 10 – April 14 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee: $30 resident / $40 non-resident

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specialDANCE COMBO – 1 interest classes Through choreographed dances children ages 7-9 will learn the various steps and techniques of hip-hop, ballet, tap and modern dance. Dancers will perform at the City of Surprise Spring Eggstravaganza on April 19. Class time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays; March 11 – April 15 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee: $30 resident / $40 non-resident

HIP HOP & JAZZ – 1 This unique class is will prepare youth 10 –18 years old planning on participating in dance teams, cheerleading and all aspects of dance. Dancers will perform at the City of Surprise Spring Eggstravaganza on April 19 Class time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays; March 12 - April 16 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee: $30 resident / $40 non-resident

CRAZY CRAFTS School-age children (K-8) will enjoy making unique crafts for themselves or for others. Participants will make and take home a project each week. Class time: 3:45 – 4:45 p.m. Tuesdays; April 1 – May 6 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee: $25 resident / $35 non-resident

BATON TWIRLING Students in kindergarten through eighth will learn the basics of baton twirling then put it all together in a fun routine. Baton-twirling promotes eye-hand coordination, physical fitness, and creative expression. Batons will be available for purchase on the first day of class. Participants will perform at the City of Surprise Spring Eggstravaganza on April 19. Class time: 3:45 – 4:45 p.m. Thursdays; March 13 – April 17 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee: $25 resident / $35 non-resident

4-H BABYSITTING Participants will learn the fundamental stages of babies and children, how to supervise and provide appropriate age activities, how to prepare food, change diapers, help kids go to bed and much more. Session I: 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays; March 19 – April 23 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Session II: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, April 26 (Participants must bring a sack lunch) Location: Surprise Youth Center, 15808 N. Hollyhock St. Fee: $25 resident / $35 non-resident

START SMART SKILL CLASS Accompanied by a parent, children 3 to 5-years-old will learn the fundamental motor skills of sports. Your child will experience success in catching, throwing, and kicking. This is not a league but rather a skill class. Classes will be held at the Surprise Recreation Campus. Class time: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Saturdays; April 5 – May 17 Location: Surprise Recreation Campus Fee: $30 resident / $40 non-resident

TEDDY BEAR TEA TIME Children ages 3-5 can bring their favorite furry pal with them to enjoy a three-hour tea party. The party will include stories, art and crafts, and instruction in table manners. Session I: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday, May 3 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Session II: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday, May 10 Location: Surprise Youth Center, 15808 N. Hollyhock St. Fee: $15 resident / $25 non-resident

YOUTH SELF DEFENSE - I A hands-on class in principles of basic self-defense, students will learn the attitude and skills needed to defend themselves against unarmed attackers. The class begins with attitude and basic body mechanics and will progress through hands-on defense exercises and freestyle training. This is not a traditional martial arts class, however, lessons will apply towards belt-rank in American Kenpo (Karate). This class is suitable for youth ages 8-12. Class time: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Mondays; March 3 – April 7 Location: Villanueva Recreation Center, 15660 N. Hollyhock St. Fee: $30 resident / $40 non-resident 10 specialADULT SELF-DEFENSE interest classes A hands-on class in principles of basic self-defense, students will learn the attitude and skills needed to defend themselves against unarmed attackers. The class begins with attitude and basic body mechanics and will progress through hands-on defense exercises and freestyle training. This is not a traditional martial arts class, however, lessons will apply towards belt-rank in American Kenpo (Karate). This class is suitable for students ages 13 through adult. Class time: 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Mondays; March 3 – April 7 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee: $30 resident / $40 non-resident

YOGA Yoga is a great way to develop strength, flexibility, balance, endurance and muscle tone. Participants will learn postures with deep diaphragm breathing and various internal exercises to develop the body’s natural energy flow. Class time: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays starting March 3 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee per month: $30 resident / $40 non-resident

AEROBICS An effective and fun workout designed to enhance cardiovascular toning with the use of benches. Classes include conditioning, stretching, and cool-down. Class time: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays starting March 3 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee per month: $30 resident / $40 non-resident

PILATES Pilates is a low-intensity, calorie-burning workout designed to tone and sculpt the body and promote weight loss. Pilates is a series of controlled movements that engage the mind and body in developing strong flexible muscles without building bulk. Intermediate Class: 7 p.m. – 7:35 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday starting March 4 Beginning Class: 7:40 p.m. – 8:10 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday starting March 4 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee per month: $25 resident / $35 non-resident

INTRODUCTORY YANG-STYLE TAIJI (T’AI CHI) Students will strengthen and relax their bodies and minds through the study of Taiji principles of motion, traditional Chinese exercises, and the Yang-style 24 posture form. These low and non-impact exercises may also provide students with improved balance, better mental focus, lower blood pressure, and increased health and vitality. This is a wellness class, not a self-defense class, and its suitable for students ages 10 to 82. Class time: 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays; March 4 – April 8 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee: $30 resident / $40 non-resident

THE ATKINS DIET AND WEIGHT LOSS. WHAT REALLY WORKS? Dr. Chris Coleman will review the current literature on weight loss diet programs, what works, what doesn’t and why. Lecture will take place on Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 5:30 pm, at the Surprise Recreation Center located at 15038 W. Parkview Place. Class: 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 11 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee per month: Free!

HUMOR AND YOUR HEALTH Christine Davis will discuss how humor and a positive attitude can change your outlook on your health and well being. Class: 5:30 p.m. Monday, April 14 Location: Surprise Recreation Center, 15038 N. Parkview Place Fee per month: Free!

Special Interest Class Registration – Feb. 8 – March 28

Special Saturday Registration 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Feb 15

Regular Registration 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Community and Recreation Services 15930 N. Bullard Ave.

Contact Community and Recreation Services Department at 623.266.4500 for further information. 11 CITY OF SURPRISE 12425 W. Bell Road PRSRT STD Surprise, AZ 85374 US POSTAGE PAID SUN CITY, AZ PERMIT #373

POSTAL PATRON community initiatives The Senior Center is the hub of activities and programs for adults age 60 and up. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, the Senior Center offers a place to learn, exercise, socialize, and even "do lunch" together. The Center offers classes including computer, Tai Chi, Ballroom and Hawaiian Dancing, Bingo games, guest speakers, parties, volunteer opportunities and more. Please call for details or stop by for a calendar and a tour. Transit Services Division. For a nominal fee, our Dial-a-Ride program provides affordable, convenient, local transportation to the citizens of Surprise. Available 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Appointments are required and may be made up to 14 days in advance. Info: 623.583.1688. Social Services include the Brown Bag Community Initiatives food program for low-income seniors, information and referrals for legal, food, food stamps, vision, hearing, welfare, domestic Pride Day, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. March 15 violence, employment and other assistance Neighborhood Services sponsors the semi- programs. After-school tutoring is also annual Pride Day. Held in March and October available. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. this event attracts more than 200 volunteers who Monday through Friday. spruce up specific neighborhoods by Rooms for Rent landscaping, painting, and cleaning up yards for The Community Center located on Hollyhock interested homeowners. To volunteer or has several multi-purpose rooms available for nominate your neighborhood, call Christina rent 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Ramirez at 623.815.5495. Donations of new Friday starting in March. Info: 623.583.0653 gardening and painting tools are also needed.

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