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Members of the Maricopa High School band continued to perform during the summer in preparation for an early start to the school year. 23 Raquel Hendrickson Mbps LEADING OFF FAMILY HOME Editor’s Letter Page 4 A gallery of youth activities. Page 22 Rita Bricker explains the Master Gardener program. Page 38 Contributors Page 4 What's new at school this year. Page 23 HomeSmart's Dayv Morgan says its Maricopa’s How teachers and families are adapting to important to have a Realtor for a new build. PEOPLE new schedule. Page 23 Page 39 History photo lands in the pool. Page 5 Murray Siegel talks about principals at Most expensive home sold goes for a half A photo gallery captures events around high school and middle schools. Page 24 million. Page 40 town. Page 6 touts its Lighthouse Maricopa Elementary New home permits Page 41 Nonprofits show charitable side of designation. Page 25 Maricopa. Page 8 Fastest Meet the Best Dad in Maricopa. Page 26 HEALTH Swim coach Laura Logan joins MHS staff. Bernadette Russoniello explains the Longevity's Aaron Gilbert talks about Page 12 importance of SAT and ACT. Page 28 prioritizing. Page 42 Residential Internet Service Aaron Petrus talks about Be Awesome GOVERNMENT mentoring. Page 29 SENIOR LIVING Primary Election has taken shape. Page 14 Joan Koczor explains the popularity of BUSINESS patient advocates. Page 44 Learn about Maricopa City Council Beem Biologics uses ancient plant for new Proudly brought to you by Sheriolyn Curry says socialization is key to candidates. Page 16 ideas. Page 30 happy living. Page 45 Business briefs include new openings, licenses and inspections. Page 32 THINGS TO DO Directory Page 40 Check the calendar for Maricopa activities. 520-568-8890 Page 46 www.orbitelcom.com ON THE COVER: Members of Blue Star Mothers display their loved ones serving in the military (clockwise from lower left) Jeanette Meador with Ethan Meador, U.S. Army (not pictured Dylan Meador in U.S. Navy); Casssandra Graszler with Nathaniel Graszler, U.S. Navy; Tina Ripley with Michael Ripley, U.S. Army; Evan Grace with grandfather Donald Grace, US. Air Force; Gail DeLair with Torie DeLair, U.S. Navy and Matthew DeLair, Army National Guard; Veronica Sanchez with Julian Sanchez, U.S. Air Force; Edna Montes with Michael Handwerk, U.S. Army; and Tracy Davis with Blane Davis, U.S. Navy. Photo by Mason Callejas Many factors affect speed. Actual speed may vary. Cable modem required. Other conditions may apply. Call office for details.

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Making the best of summer Publisher Keeping cool in the pool SCOTT BARTLE eing involved with a good nonprofit is all The Primary Election is just around the corner. Editor PEOPLE about good citizenship. Many Maricopans Learn a little about the seven people running RAQUEL HENDRICKSON uring a long, hot summer, finding may not know it, but there are nearly 100 for three seats on Maricopa City Council. And, ways to keep cool has always been a Bnonprofits in operation in the city benefit- ahead of the Aug. 4 InMaricopa.com Town Hall Writers priority in Maricopa. Swimming is a ing kids, seniors, veterans, pets, profes- featuring local, county, state and federal RITA BRICKER big temptation, but in the 1950s the JOYCELYN CABRERA D sionals, food-deprived, artists and even candidates, see which names will appear only swimming opportunities were illicit ones car lovers. on your ballot. MICHELLE CHANCE in irrigation canals and ditches. AARON GILBERT In this week’s issue, learn about a Find out how scientists are extracting The fledgling Rotary Club decided in 1956 RAQUEL HENDRICKSON handful of local nonprofits, and then a local plant to increase crop yield and JOAN KOCZOR the community needed a swimming pool. As the check out the whole list at InMaricopa. turning it into a business. Catch up with FRAN LYONS late Don Pearce recalled to InMaricopa last year, com. You might even enhance your local development and business licenses, AARON PETRUS “Too many kids were drowning or getting hurt.” summer by getting involved. and rummage through our Business BERNADETTE RUSSONIELLO So, Rotarians John Smith and Fred Enke donated Though it may seem like summer Directory. MURRAY SIEGEL 3.5 acres along Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway just started, it’s time for most Maricopa Bernadette Russoniello has advice for a pool and a park. Cost of building a pool had Photographers kids to go back to school. Students at Maricopa for high schoolers about taking the SAT or ACT, been estimated at $50,000, but Rotarians and MASON CALLEJAS Courtesy Maricopa Historical Society Unified School District, Sequoia Pathway Academy and Joan Koczor explains how a patient advocate MICHELLE CHANCE local businesses donated enough in resources and Legacy Traditional School will all adjust to can benefit seniors. RAQUEL HENDRICKSON and labor to cut that to just over $24,000. The moved to town. He maintained the pool until grounds at the site, and Stagecoach Days has a modified schedule that starts July 23. While These stories and much more are in the July issue. VICTOR MORENO Rotary Club started the annual Stagecoach Days it was closed in 2014. With the opening of mostly faded away. But the memory remains of Maricopa High School urges new students to get Happy reading, to help fund the pool. Smith and Enke took out Copper Sky, the Rotary pool became obsolete community generosity and hard work to create registered early, we look at the impact the new Designer loans to cover much of the rest of the expenses. for most Maricopans. Roadwork connected to a vital part of Maricopa summers for nearly 60 CARL BEZUIDENHOUT schedule may have. The pool opened in 1958. A year later, Pearce the coming overpass took away most of the park years.

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Help the Be Awesome Youth Coalition develop conﬁ dent, connected and successful youth! Firehouse Subs co-owner John Beveridge received a plaque and $200 from Osheah Davis of Professional Firefighters of Maricopa, Maricopa Fire Marshal Eddie Rodriguez and MFMD Prevention Meetings are the second Wednesday of the month from 5:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at MES. Specialist Jason Nelson June 4 for contributing to the MFMD The Maricopa Community Theatre cast of the musical "Rent" Community Services’s at-risk intervention program. performed at Leading Edge Academy June 6-9. Raquel Hendrickson Raquel Hendrickson BeAwesomeYouth.life Be-Awesome-Youth-Coalition

6 InMaricopa.com | July 2018 Nonprofits Maricopa’s many nonprofits

make it easy to lend a hand Boy Scout Troop 993, with PEOPLE participants ranging in By Raquel Hendrickson age from 11-18, meet at Butterfield Elementary. Photos by Raquel Hendrickson ooking for something meaningful to do this summer? Maricopans are often accused of good-deed-doing, so it probably comes as no surprise that nearly 100 nonprofit organizations call the small town home. And that Ldoesn’t even count the churches and parent-teacher organizations that also qualify as tax exempt. Some nonprofits are focused on community service while others are focused on specific Boy Scout Troop 993 brother Damon Hahn is also a leader. events. Some raise money for a charitable cause; others raise money for kids’ sports programs. creates adventures Cody Handwerk, a senior patrol leader, said In 2007, Boy Scout Troop 993 started with five he was “forced” to join Boy Scouts four years boys. Today, there are more than 40 enrolled ago, but set his sights on being the troop’s young- AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY MARICOPA HISTORICAL SOCIETY with a solid 22-25 active any given week. est Eagle Scout at 14. EIN: 27-3655841 EIN: 27-3047891 Web: ALPost133Az.org Web: MHS50.com Gerry Hahn started the troop after discover- “It really helps in your future career options, Creates programs for spouses of military Preserves historical materials and ing Maricopa had no community troop of Boy and in job interviews it boosts your resume,” veterans. educates through special programs. Scouts of American, only those associated with Cody said. Financial Secretary churches. He said he wanted to give boys unaffil- His Eagle project was creating an Ameri- Cindee Ross-Beecroft and COPA SHORTS FILM FEST INC. MARICOPA PANTRY iated with other organizations a chance to learn cans with Disabilities Act-compliant walkway President Vero Sanchez EIN: 81-0902509 EIN: 81-3081927 lead a meeting of Web: CopaShortsFilmFest.org Web: Facebook.com/MaricopaPantry new skills and be part of something. to the ramada at Maricopa Veterans Center. He Blue Star Mothers. Presents short films and educational Provides food bank services. “We go camping about 10 times a year, a said scouting has helped him hone is leadership Photo by Mason Callejas programs. weekend almost every month,” Hahn said. “We skills. MARICOPA POLICE have competitions within the county. We plan “It got me out of my comfort zone,” he said. DSPA GEMS FOUNDATION INC. six months ahead of time.” “I never used my voice that loud before.” EIN: 80-0469117 EIN: 80-0540115 Web: Facebook.com/DSPAGems Web: MPFinc.org Whether its tug-o-war or cooking compe- Raul Rivera, 17, joined Troop 993 because Creates events and provides training in Provides support and resources for titions, the Scouts have an opportunity to show of the lure of adventure. He has stuck like glue. performing arts. Maricopa Police Department. their stuff in a wide range of activities at camp- Even though he and his family moved away orees. Scouts range in age from 11 to 18. The three years ago, he continues to travel to Marico- DWARF CAR MUSEUM INC. PET SOCIAL WORKER troop’s success relies on consistent leadership pa to be with 993. EIN: 45-3761173 TAILS OF HOPE Blue Star Mothers The group includes mothers, stepmothers, Web: DwarfCarMuseum.com EIN: 26-1974172 and fundraising. “It looked like a lot of fun, with campouts, provide military support grandmothers, foster mothers and female Provides funding for ongoing museum Web: PetSocialWorker.org As a tax-exempt organization, how does and I’ve always been a big outdoors guy,” Rivera from home front legal guardians. They want to reach out not display. Offers information on lost/found and Boy Scout Troop 993 spend money it raises said. “That really appealed to me.” Blue Star Mothers of Maricopa will turn 5 only to those whose children are deployed adoptable pets. with popcorn sales, face-painting booths at city This year, his Eagle Scout project was re- F.O.R. MARICOPA INC. years old Aug. 5, five years of looking out but also those whose kids are entering basic events and other efforts? flooring part of his church, Foothills Baptist in EIN: 26-0527262 ROTARY INTERNATIONAL for military servicemembers whose mothers training. Mothers of servicemembers who Web: ForMaricopa.org EIN: 86-6038197 Along with campouts and miscellaneous ad- Ahwatukee. Eagle candidates are required not call Maricopa home. have already been discharged have remained Provides food and essentials to families Web: Portal.ClubRunner.ca/2896 ventures, the troop uses donations for supplies just to work but also to organize several volun- A private nonprofit, it was designated members of Blue Star Mothers to offer in need. Provides community service. and program expenses. teers and raise funds and resources. Chapter AZ7 by the national organization, support to moms still working through the “We went to the Bahamas, and the next year Scouts can be members of Troop 993 and LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL INC. VIETNAM AVIATION VETERANS which was created during World War II. process of having a child in harm’s way. we went whitewater rafting,” said Mark Yonts, Crew 2993 simultaneously. Both emphasize em- EIN: 20-0616188 OF ARIZONA Started locally by Tracy Davis and Lisa A highly patriotic club, Blue Star Mothers Web:MaricopaLittleLeague.com EIN: 86-1003308 advisor for Venture Crew 2993, a coed program powering kids to take responsibility. Durst and now led by Air Force mom Vero is a visible presence at many community Provides youth sports opportunities. Web: none within Scouting that existed before the nation- “We usually have a big summer adventure, Sanchez, Blue Star Mothers offers support events, such as the Great American 4th Hosts a museum of military aviation al organization announced it would admit girls and then we have our regular meetings through- for moms who have children on active and the Veterans Day Parade. They meet MARICOPA COMMUNITY ALLIANCE history. and change its name to BSA. They are in their out the year, learning skills to whatever the kids AGAINST SUBSTANCE ABUSE duty in the armed forces or are veterans. the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 fifth summer as part of Troop 993. decide to do,” Yonts said. “They come with all EIN: 86-0731529 They send “Packages from Home” to those p.m. at Maricopa Veterans Center, 44240 W. Web: MCAASA.org “Last year we went kayaking in Canada,” their ideas, they discuss them, they plan the cal- serving, celebrate homecomings and find Maricopa-Casa Grande Hwy. Creates positive, empowering activities Yonts said. endar out and decide what they want to do. resources for troops and their families. Blue Star Mothers plans a fund-raiser at and learning experiences for youth. Troop 993 Scout Master Sean Handwerk “We have five active troop members right Navy mom and club Treasurer Gail Freddy’s, 21467 N. John Wayne Parkway, on See the full list of said he’s enjoyed watching his son grow from a now. We had more, but one left to go to the MARICOPA FOOTBALL BOOSTERS DeLair said Blue Star Mothers made her feel July 12, 5-9 p.m. Maricopa's nonprofits Tiger Scout to an Eagle candidate. His son Mi- Coast Guard, one left to go to the Army, and two EIN: 81-4514608 at home quickly. “I had someone I could talk Web: MaricopaRamsFootball.com at InMaricopa.com chael, a former troop member, joined the U.S. went to college.” to instantly.” BlueStarMothersOfMaricopa.org Provides opportunities and resources for Army while his younger son Cody has risen to [email protected] Maricopa High School football. leadership position in the troop. Gerry Hahn’s [email protected]

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Do you dream of getting Connor Schrader comes to the high school team as a freshman. Do youa good dream night’s of getting sleep? Approximately 22 million Americans suffer from a disorder known as sleep apnea. The sleep The school program came to an end with centera atgood Banner Casa Grande night’s diagnoses and treats Obstructivesleep? Sleep Apnea and other the closing of the CAC pool. Logan moved sleep disorders in children and adults. • • Arizona Seals to Copper Sky as a club team no ApproximatelyAre you tired 22 millionand doze Americansoff during the sufferday? Dofrom you havea disorder high blood known pressure? • Do you snore? • Is your neck size larger than 16 inches longer affiliated with a school. as sleep• Have apnea. you been The told sleep you stop center breathing at Banner (for Casa women) Grande or 17 inches diagnoses (for men)? Three years later, Maricopa High School, in and treatsduring Obstructive sleep? Sleep Apnea and other sleep disorders in conjunction with Copper Sky, is introducing childrenIf so, andit may adults. be time to put your sleep problems to rest. We can examine your sleep issues at a Rams swim team. Logan anticipates 25-30 home or with an overnight sleep study at our center. Ask your doctor if a sleep study is right students for tryouts. • Are foryou you tired or your and child. doze off during the day? “I’m so excited,” said MHS sophomore Don’t• Do you let snore? a wound that won’t heal Former Coach of the Year Olivia Byers, who has been coached by Logan • Have you been toldSleep you stop Center breathing Appointments: during sleep? (520) 381-6423 for three years. “I’m really interested to see • Do you have high blood pressure? who’s going to come out for the team.” keep • youIs your neck from size larger than kicking 16 inches (for women) up or 17 inches your (for men)? heels. named first swim coach at MHS Freshman Connor Schrader has also been a Seal for three years. A multi-sport athlete who If so, it may be time to put your sleep problems to rest. We can examine By Joycelyn Cabrera Photos by Raquel Hendrickson doesn’t like “the feeling of sitting aroundSometimes, not wounds don’t heal as quickly as they should. If not treated, these wounds your sleep issues at home or with an overnight sleep study at our center. doing anything,” he’s looking forward tocan the cause additional problems. At Banner Casa Grande Wound Center, we will create an formation of the high school team. Ask your doctor if a sleep study is right for you or your child. individualized care plan, including the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy, if needed, to speed coach has been confirmed for the newly introduced Maricopa High School swim “It will be a big advantage on the club team,” BannerHealth.com/CasaGrande team, and she’s an award-winner. he said. up healing. We’ll help you feel confident to effectively care for these wounds in between visits Laura Logan, 49, and plans to share her experience and training with MHS While Logan will not have another roleand at get you back in the swing of things. Aswimmers. MUSD, her primary focus on the swim team Sleep Center Appointments: Logan began swimming at the age of 10, competing in her hometown of Springfield, allows her to be limitless in terms of how many Illinois, for the next eight years. She qualified to compete in Swimming Junior Nationals in students can make the team. Wound Care Appointments:(520) (520) 381-6423 381-6150 • Mon–Fri, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. high school, taking her to Orlando, Florida, and earned a full-ride athletic scholarship to “I never turn anyone away; I’ll work with Northern Illinois University. anybody,” she said. Sophomore Olivia Byers has already Logan’s biggest goal in her new position is Logan moved to Arizona and in 2004 Logan took over as a high school swim trained with Laura Logan for three years. to teach her athletes lessons through the sport started Arizona Seals Swimming Academy at coach in Casa Grande from 2007 to 2015, itself, including being goal-oriented. Central Arizona College. using the pool at the CAC campus. The school Logan spends the summer with Arizona “I started the Seals because we moved to qualified swimmers for state competitions year to swim on the high school swim team, Seals Swim Academy and teaches several classes Casa Grande, and they don’t have anything,” under Logan’s coaching. She trained state- and he shows up, and he does not put his face at the Copper Sky pools. Logan said. champion swimmers within three years. in the water,” she said. “He puts the biggest For Olivia, being a swim team member is Her son was one of the biggest reasons Logan was also voted “Men’s D2 Coach of the sour-puss face you’ve ever seen a kid do. His not just about laps in a pool. “The team is kind of like a family.” for starting a swim team, giving him options Year” for AIA Swimming. senior year, he was the freestyle anchor on all BannerHealth.com/CasaGrande to continue after he had been swimming for “I think my greatest success as a coach was the relays and was part of the group that I took teams in Illinois. when a young man came out his freshman to state. We finished fourth.” [email protected]

12 InMaricopa.com | July 2018 July 2018 | InMaricopa.com 13 Elections VOTE Get in gear for Primary Election 2018 Candidates’ Town Hall planned Aug. 4 in Maricopa

The Primary Election is Aug. 28, and the field has solidified in many SECRETARY OF STATE STATE SENATOR races from U.S. Senate to Maricopa City Council. Republicans DISTRICT 11 The community is invited to the InMaricopa.com Town Hall Steve Gaynor Republican supporting Maricopa High School and Be Awesome Youth Coalition Michele Reagan ‡ Vince Leach Aug.T 4 at Maricopa High School’s Performing Arts Center. Participating Democrats Democrat candidates will take questions from the audience in attendance and Katie Hobbs Ralph Atchue watching live through social media. Leslie Pico* The Town Hall will be separated into blocks. The first block starts STATE REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 11 (Vote for 2)

GOVERNMENT at 10 a.m. with federal candidates. All three Republican candidates ATTORNEY GENERAL running for the Congressional District 1 seat have confirmed their Republican Republicans attendance — Wendy Rogers, Tiffany Shedd and Steve Smith. Mark Brnovich ‡ Mark Finchem ‡ Incumbent Tom O’Halleran has no primary competition. Democrat Howell Jones Gubernatorial candidates Ken Bennett and Kelly Fryer as well as January Contreras Bret Roberts candidates for schools superintendent, treasurer and Corporation Democrats Hollace Lyon Commission will also participate. The three Republicans seeking two TREASURER Barry McCain seats in the Arizona House have confirmed their participation, as have Republicans Marcela Quiroz all candidates for city council and constable. Jo Ann Sabbagh ENDORSED BY The rules of the Town Hall are be respectful, stay on topic and Kimberly Yee CLERK OF PINAL COUNTY don't repeat yourself. Democrat Deputies • Firefi ghters • Constables SUPERIOR COURT The facilitator will have the power to interrupt candidates or Mark Manoil Republicans audience members violating the rules. The facilitator may also ask a Scott McKee question of candidates if time allows or for clarification. Among the SUPERINTENDENT OF Amanda Stanford ‡ facilitators for the Town Hall are Maricopa Mayor Christian Price and PUBLIC INSTRUCTION Judge Lyle Riggs. Republicans H REPUBLICAN MARICOPA/STANFIELD All participating candidates within one primary race will appear Bob Branch JUSTICE OF THE PEACE H CONSERVATIVE on stage together, with audience members deciding whom they will Diane Douglas ‡ Republican question. Those whose opponent does not participate will have the Jonathan Gelbart H CONSTITUTIONAL Lyle Riggs ‡ stage alone to take questions. Tracy Livingston H GUN RIGHTS Frank Riggs Admission is free. MARICOPA/STANFIELD Democrats H PRO-LIFE The last day to register to vote is July 30. Early ballots go out Aug. 1. CONSTABLE Kathy Hoffman Republicans H LAW & ORDER David Shapira Bill Griffin H NRA LIFE MEMBER Glenn Morrison U.S. CONGRESSIONAL MINE INSPECTOR H SECURE OUR BORDERS Candidates who will Democrat H Ranked #1 Conservative in AZ appear on Primary DISTRICT 1 Republican Andre LaFond Election ballots. Republicans Joe Hart ‡ H Endorsed by US Border Patrol EXPERIENCED: • Active Law Enforcement Tentative Wendy Rogers Democrat MARICOPA CITY COUNCIL Council, Ted Cruz & others Tiffany Shedd Bill Pierce • Pinal County Sheriff’s Offi ce (Nonpartisan) H U.S. SENATE Steve Smith Linette Caroselli Named Champion of the • AZPOST Certifi ed Field Training Offi cer Republicans Democrat CORPORATION Vincent Manfredi ‡ Taxpayer & Guardian of • Law Enforcement Firearms/TASER Instructor Joe Arpaio Tom O’Halleran ‡ COMMISSIONER (vote for 2) Bob Marsh Small Business • Skilled in Confl ict Resolution/De-Escalation Martha McSally Republicans Cynthia Morgan • Successful Small Business Owner Kelli Ward GOVERNOR Tom Forese ‡ Paige Richie H Military & Police Offi cer • 30+ Years Corporate Management Democrats Republicans Rodney Glassman Rich Vitiello Hero Award Winner Deedra Abboud Ken Bennett Jim O’Connor Henry Wade ‡ Endorsed by Proud Member Kyrsten Sinema Doug Ducey ‡ Justin Olson ‡ Democrats Eric Sloan ‡ incumbent SteveSmithAz.com Steve Farley Democrats *petitions have been challenged Kelly Fryer Sandra Kennedy David Garcia Bill Mundell Vincent Manfredi is minority Maricopa Resident PAID FOR BY MORRISON FOR CONSTABLE Kiana Maria Sears owner of InMaricopa. PAID FOR BY STEVE SMITH FOR US CONGRESS

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Family: I am married with 3 beautiful daugh- Meet 7 running for ters. Copple Copple, p.c. Political background: & Current Maricopa Maricopa City Council City Councilmember and district chairman for the Pinal County Republican Committee. Personal Injury Campaigned for many candidates throughout Medical Malpractice Seven people are competing for three seats on the Maricopa City Council. Vice Mayor Peg the state. Chapados opted not to run this year, but Henry Wade and Vincent Manfredi are seeking re- Previous community service: Numerous Wrongful Death election. They face five candidates, none of whom has held elected office but all of whom have nonprofits, including the City of Maricopa provided varying degrees of community service to Maricopa. The Primary Election is Aug. itself. Volunteered with Babe Ruth League, Insurance Bad Faith S28. City council candidates will appear in a Town Hall debate Aug. 4 at Maricopa High School Little League, Maricopa Pantry, Maricopa Performing Arts Center. Food Bank, The Streets Don’t Love You Back, Bob Marsh Empathetic representation Maricopa High School Football Boosters, Age: 74 campaign for a 24-hour emergency center, Maricopa High School Baseball and Softball Hometown: Poultney, Vermont with decades of experience and exclusive activities and enrichment re- Boosters, Relay for Life, Maricopa Board of Years in Maricopa: 7.5

GOVERNMENT sources for our senior population. Adjustment, Maricopa Zoning code re-write Occupation: IT industry consultant, former driving results Qualifications? A fresh perspective for Mar- taskforce and more. electrical engineer, software engineer, systems icopa that involves thinking outside the box is What is the one thing you would like to engineer, and project manager, former human what I offer. My ability to identify, analyze and change about Maricopa as a councilmem- resources manager, compensation manager, implement efficient and wise targeted expen- ber and why? I have worked to make many and community development manager S. Christopher Copple, Esq. ditures while providing greater service, greater changes, but perhaps the one that has evaded Family: My wife, Cynthia, 2 children and their (602) 528-4705 progress to the public makes me qualified to me is the ability to make Maricopa a city of spouses, wife’s 3 children and their spouses, [email protected] Linette Y. Caroselli serve my constituents. YES. We have made strides to get there, but we children, and grandchildren Age: 45 Proudest achievement? My proudest have not quite achieved the goal of being a city Political background: Ran for Maricopa 44400 W. Honeycutt Road, Suite 102 Hometown: Brooklyn, New York achievement is being blessed to be a blessing. that says YES when approached by developers. Flood Control District Board (lost by 3 votes) Maricopa, AZ 85138 Years in Maricopa: 4 When I serve my community, it makes me To clarify, I want us to never say “No, we can’t Previous community service: City of Mar- 15333 N. Pima Road, Suite 200 Occupation: Teacher proud and happy to pay it forward, exempli- do that,” but instead say “Yes, we can, and this icopa Planning & Zoning Commission, Board Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Family: Widowed with three children (16, 19, 22) fying servant leadership. You do not have to is how.” Together we can make Maricopa a of Adjustment, Zoning Code Rewrite Task Political background: First time entering be rich to serve your fellow man, but I have destination for development of residential, re- Force, Subdivision Ordinance Rewrite Citi- politics, worked with Irvington Municipal learned it requires collaboration, implementa- tail and industrial. zens Committee, Vision 2040 Citizens Com- Councilmember A. McElroy on Irvington tion and vision. Qualifications? Before I ran four years ago I mittee, General Plan Update Committee, vice HOME PERFORMANCE WITH Scholar Program and Community Develop- On what aspect of city government are served on two city boards and commissions, president of Arizona Industrial Compensation ment Zone you least knowledgeable? I just completed attended two years of council meetings and Association, board member of International ® Previous community service: Take It to the the Maricopa Citizen Leadership Academy, worked with our mayor and staff on various Association of Microsoft Channel Partners — ENERGY STAR PROGRAM Block: Voter Registration Drive, CNN screen- which was a great experience. I would love issues. Since being elected in 2014 I have nearly Arizona Chapter, treasurer of Maricopa Multi ing—Black in American: Almighty Debt, to learn more about transportation to better perfect attendance at meetings, and have net- Cultural Consortium. Certifi ed contractor will: Breast Cancer Walk, health fairs, chaired debu- serve my constituents. With the current issues worked with other elected officials throughout What is the one thing you would like to • Inspect your home Home Energy Audit tante balls, March of Dimes, Operation Big of Route 347, it is important to understand the the state while serving on various boards. change about Maricopa as a councilmem- • Present you with assessment Book (donated school supplies to Maricopa dynamics and then present different avenues Proudest achievement? As a councilmember and why? While transportation, flood • Help direct you in choosing effi cient upgrades Elementary and Desert Wind Middle School to resolve the problem. ber I would say it is a toss-up between keeping prevention, employment, health services and $49 for four years), Swim 1922 (initiated program our budgets balanced and working with the housing are rightfully top of mind in Maricopa, ($400 value) in Maricopa to teach children water safety mayor, council and staff to facilitate the start I would like City Council also to prioritize the Energy benefi ts: with the AZ Seals), and more; I have over 20 of the SR 347 Overpass. On a personal level, development and distribution of senior services • Increasing your comfort years of community service experience. my proudest achievement is working togeth- in our city. We are about the only city in Arizo- • Can help decrease your energy usage What is the one thing you would like to er with my wife to raise three daughters who na that doesn’t have a senior center, and we are change about Maricopa as a councilmem- make us proud every day. currently missing out on many senior benefits • Helps you identify and correct problem areas ber and why? My campaign slogan is Your On what aspect of city government are because we have no place for those programs • Improve health and safety for your family City, Your Voice! The one thing I would love you least knowledgeable? This is a hard to land and no one to administer them. I think to change is development of community pro- question to answer as an incumbent coun- the city is missing out on a great opportunity to grams that involve the true voice of the city. I cilmember. We must be knowledgeable in raise the quality of life for our seniors. Some terms and believe we can implement a full community Vincent Manfredi (incumbent) all aspects of city government. One aspect Qualifications? I’m an engineer with expe- conditions do apply. Select participating collaboration that will provide quality services Age: 47 where I could use improvement would be rience and proven skills in problem solving. contractor from online that are relevant, convenient and beneficial to Hometown: West New York, New Jersey Human Resources, as council does not nor- With over 25 years in Arizona, I understand list. Contact a Customer the public involving all stakeholders. We can (Exit 16E) mally weigh in on HR issues. the state’s resources and issues. At Microsoft, Service Representative Years in Maricopa: offer programs that benefit the community at 8 I worked in Community Development, where I for more information. large: human trafficking education, outreach Occupation: Maricopa City Councilmem- Vincent Manfredi is a minority owner of InMar- created programs that grew Microsoft’s world- programs for our veterans, health fairs inclu- ber, director of advertising and small-busi- icopa. wide services community from 30,000 to now sive of mental health, teen suicide prevention, ness owner more than 17 million people. (520) 424-9021 19756 N. John Wayne Parkway, Suite 101 www.ed3online.org

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Proudest achievement? Personal: My two bara Leff and the Arizona Film Commission grown children. My daughter has a master’s on authoring the tax bill to attract more film degree in library science and works in a uni- business to Arizona. Helped with numerous versity library in Texas. My son is a software local and state campaigns, from Anthony engineer at a major consulting company in Smith to Doug Ducey. Washington state. Professional: Having com- Previous community service: I’ve been puter equipment I designed and built used by committed to service to my community since NASA on the lunar landings. a teen when I spent almost every weekend and On what aspect of city government are my entire summer breaks as a “Candy Striper” you least knowledgeable? I don’t have at Indiana State Hospital (we were called Pin- experience in playing politics. I’ve always afore Girls), Lions Club, Rotary Club, Sorop- Paige Richie worked on boards, teams, commissions and timist Club, Copa Film Fest, Seeds of Change, Age: 20 committees to build consensus and to get F.O.R. Maricopa food bank, numerous cham- Hometown: Mesa, Arizona things done by working as a team player in bers of commerce, including volunteer posi- Years in Maricopa: 8 group efforts. I feel that’s the way an effective tions with Maricopa Chamber. Started the first Occupation: Student

GOVERNMENT city council should work. Miss Maricopa Pageant here in 2011. Founded Family: I am the youngest girl of 6 children to the “Stop Global Water Coalition” and helped Janine and Thomas Richie, both active mem- organize the first time we got GW in front of bers of the community who value growth and the Corporation Commission. development of our youth. My mother is a H Create an effective city/youth collaboration involving What is the one thing you would like teacher who has spent much of her career in community stakeholders to change about Maricopa as a coun- Maricopa and my father is an active member cilmember and why? Council’s refusal to of Maricopa who has coached school teams H work with its own Chamber of Commerce is and taught as a substitute. Advocate for a 24 hour emergency center NOT in the best interest of the community. Political background: This is my first cam- Qualifications? Passion. Love for commu- paign, but I am registered as an independent. H Push for expansion and safety measures for SR 347 nity. Lifetime of hard work and long hours. Previous community service: Assisted in I’ve always worked well with others. I am in planning and promotion of multiple fund- H Provide quality & beneficial service programs Cynthia Morgan touch with and communicate very well with raiser events for local schools. Participated Age: 60+ the people, my fellow taxpayers and citizens. as a mentor for youth for several years and (with a focus on seniors & veterans) Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana I listen to ALL opinions and points of view to directed a number of community events for Years in Maricopa: 11 make an informed decision. students and local youth. Assisted teachers H Help ensure economic growth is beneficial and Occupation: “MURDER IN…” Mystery Proudest achievement? A tie: 1) The in building lesson plans, student projects productive Dinner Theatre and events. P.A.T.H. program: “Training and placement and developing classroom environments. Family: Husband Lindy Tidwell, 2 daughters, of Actors with Disabilities, Women and Mi- Organized and promoted a number of fund- H 3 stepdaughters, 9 grandchildren: 2 attended norities to create Diversity and Equality on raising events for the community and local Implement efficient & wise targeted expenditures Maricopa H.S. and 1 Butterfield Elementary. Stage & Film” because it changed industry. families. Devote time to reach youth and en- Political background/previous cam- 2) The three biological grandchildren of my courage civic engagement in our community. paigns: In California 1973-74: worked at late husband. We raised them, and playing What is the one thing you would like to A fresh perspective ensuring Democratic Campaign Headquarters on Jer- victims to justify bad behavior, they took the change about Maricopa as a councilmem- ry Brown Campaign for governor and Robert alternate path. ber and why? I’d like to work on Maricopa’s ALL voices in Maricopa are heard! Mendelson for Controller. Switched parties On what aspect of city government are environmental impact and sustainability. and worked on Pete Wilson campaign for you least knowledgeable? Crunching With the effort our city has made to prevent governor. In Arizona, worked with Sen. Bar- numbers! UGH!!! light pollution, I feel as though we have ex- pressed a value in our role in the environ- Over 20 years of service as a teacher ment, and I would like to further pursue that value and help our city to lessen our environ- and servant leader in her community! mental impact. Furthermore, by looking into environmentally friendly options, this may Vote for Bob open new pathways for economic stimulation in the form of jobs and growth for Maricopa. Paid for by Bob Marsh www.CaroselliForCityCouncil.com Qualifications? I have extensive knowledge Bob Marsh for Maricopa City Council and experience of working with the Arizona @CaroselliForCityCouncil community and their state programs through Previous community service: working with the Department of Economic City of Maricopa Board Member · Paid for by Team Caroselli for City Council Planning & Zoning Commission · International Association of Microsoft Channel Security. This experience is furthered by my · Board of Adjustment Partners, Arizona Chapter · political science major at ASU, giving me the Zoning Code Rewrite Task Force · Arizona Industrial Compensation Association · Subdivision Ordinance Rewrite Citizens Committee · Maricopa Multi-Cultural Consortium tools and knowledge to apply justice and sus- · Vision 2040 Citizens Committee · General Plan Update Committee https://MaricopaVoteForBob.com tainability to my community.

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Proudest achievement? I am most proud of the economic development dept. And attend- Councilmember, City of Maricopa VOTE my education. Coming from a family where ing educational and trade meetings and con- Family: Gayle Randolph, Jeremiha Ballard a college education hasn’t always been an op- ferences to bring more business opportunities and Jovan Wade 2018 tion, I am proud that I am actively a senior at to our city to improve the quality of life. Political background: Member of Maricopa Arizona State University. Qualifications? Transparency, honesty and City Council since 2014, campaigned for Town Hall On what aspect of city government are accountability are what made me successful. I County Supervisor 2012 you least knowledgeable? Zoning regu- have been actively engaged in city government Previous community service: Planning & Supporting Maricopa High School and lations and how they are applied in order to issues and have participated first-hand in ini- Zoning Commission (2 years as Vice-Chair), Be Awesome Youth Coalition make our city as efficient as possible. tiatives that have a direct impact on Maricopa’s Chair — Pinal County Democratic Party, Af- development, growth and quality of life. I was firmative Action Moderator Arizona Dem- endorsed by Fraternal Order of Police and Ar- ocratic Party, Vice Chair African-American izona Association of Firefighters. Caucus Arizona Democratic Party. Numerous FREE Proudest achievement? Being a husband, fa- community task force and committees. Scout Saturday, Aug. 4 ADMISSION ther and grandfather. Family is the most im- leader and 20 years active duty military (Air portant thing to me. My family is part of this Force retired) Maricopa High School Performing Arts Center

GOVERNMENT community, and my dedication to my family What is the one thing you would like to 45012 W. Honeycutt Ave. | Maricopa, AZ 85139 and this community is steadfast. change about Maricopa as a councilmem- On what aspect of city government are ber and why? I would love to change the you least knowledgeable? One-third of access to our community. I think the most Maricopa is in a flood zone, affecting city significant concern of most residents, includ- Rich Vitiello housing, transportation, growth and business ing myself, is the extreme limitation of State “Join me August 4 Age: 53 development. I am learning more about how Route 347. Not just because it is restricted to Hometown: New York City, New York this issue may be resolved by sitting in on four lanes but that the entry and exit to feeder TENTATIVE SCHEDULE to learn about the Years in Maricopa: 13 meetings with Flood District President Dan roads are dangerous and deadly. I am prayer- people wanting Occupation: Sales Frank and Mayor Christian Price. I look for- ful that through the efforts of the recently 10 a.m. Federal Family: Wife Joann, 4 daughters, 8 grandkids ward to learning more. formed Regional Transportation Authority to represent you Political background: Previously campaigned (RTA), we are steps closer to fixing a prob- 11 a.m. State and your family in for Maricopa City Council and Pinal County lem that has harmed many of our citizens and Board of Supervisors plagued us all enough. 2 p.m. County and City Council public office.” Previous community service: Volunteer Qualifications? I have hands-on job experi- – Mayor Christian Price with Maricopa Police Dept.; Food Bank; ence. My qualifications and experience comes Facilitator: Facilitator: 2040 Vision Committee; City Board of Ad- from successfully serving the community on Judge Lyle Riggs Mayor Christian Price justments; MUSD J.V. softball coach; fund- council diligently and faithfully for last 3+ raisers for Maricopa residents in hardship; years. Additionally, I serve as liaison or vice donations of bicycles to fire and police depts.; on Maricopa Unified School District #20, umpire at the American Legion Annual Soft- Planning and Zoning Commission, Cultural RSVP and get latest info at Facebook.com/InMaricopa/Events ball Game; graduated from Maricopa Lead- Awareness Advisory Committee and Youth ership Academy. Henry Wade (incumbent) Council. What is the one thing you would like to Age: 63 Proudest achievement? Connecting the change about Maricopa as a councilmem- Hometown: Los Angeles, California underserved community to city government, Confirmed Candidates: ber and why? Maricopa needs more local, Years in Maricopa: 10 encouraging citizens to serve on Boards, high-paying jobs. I look forward to using my Occupation: Director of Housing Counseling Commissions and task forces along with par- US. CONGRESS - DISTRICT 1 SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC STATE HOUSE OF CITY COUNCIL 27 years of business experience to work with Services, Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc., City ticipating in the Maricopa Leadership Acad- n Wendy Rogers INSTRUCTION REPRESENTATIVES - DISTRICT 11 Linette Caroselli emy (MCLA). I am especially thrilled at the n Tiffany Shedd n Kathy Hoffman n Hollace Lyon Vincent Manfredi recent successful, youth conducted, Mock n Steve Smith n Bob Branch n Mark Finchem Bob Marsh City Council meeting, as part of my Coun- n Howell Jones Cynthia Morgan cilmember on the Corner outreach program. GOVERNOR CORPORATION COMMISSION n Bret Roberts Paige Richie On what aspect of city government n Kelly Fryer n Sandra Kennedy Rich Vitiello are you least knowledgeable? If I have n Ken Bennett n Bill Mundell COUNTY CLERK OF THE COURT Henry Wade a limitation, it is in the Human Resources n Kiana Sears n Scott McKee department. As a director of staff, I recognize SECRETARY OF STATE n Jim O'Connor that HR is a special department with many n Leslie Pico n Eric Sloan CONSTABLE moving parts and aspects. I applaud the civil n Andre LaFond for Maricopa City Council servants’ that manage those duties. It is an TREASURER STATE SENATE - DISTRICT 11 n Bill Griffin ever-changing landscape. n Jo Ann Sabbagh n Ralph Atchue n Glenn Morrison JOBS • SAFETY • GROWTH n Vince Leach Endorsed by FIRE & POLICE n Democrat n Republican

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What’s new on Maricopa campuses?

By Michelle Chance

ost children in Maricopa schools Maricopa Elementary Modified calendar FA MILY will return to class sooner than Designated as a “Leader in Me” Lighthouse FA MILY usual this year. The Maricopa school this spring, MES adds four new impacts staff, families MUnified School District approved a classrooms, which is expected to decrease class calendar change that will send students back to sizes. The majority of teaching staff returns, and By Michelle Chance campus July 23. its administrators are hoping veteran educators The first day of school for charters Sequoia will help newer teachers implement the “7 habits t will still be July when students Pathway Academy and Legacy Traditional of highly effective people” and Leader in Me return to class in the Maricopa School will also be July 23. Leading Edge program in each classroom. IUnified School District, Legacy Academy begins Aug. 6. Traditional and Sequoia Pathway Pima Butte Elementary this year. MUSD A number of teachers got a head start this In exchange for an expedited first summer training on the materials for the day of school, kids will get to spend Along with adopting a new calendar that will district’s new ELA curriculum, according to an additional week off during fall, give students two weeks off each in the fall, Principal Randy Lazar. The school adds a new winter and spring breaks. winter and spring, the district this year will second grade teacher, a Title 1 paraprofessional The changes at MUSD come as also implement a new English Language Arts and an academic coach. Pima Butte will share part of a modified calendar adopted Maricopa Militia youth tackle football program is recruiting players age 6-9 for a fall season, which begins July 30. The Militia players are curriculum in each of its nine schools. Teacher on Special Assignment Elizabeth by the school Governing Board in urged to participate in community service. Victor Moreno Allison with Santa Rosa Elementary. early 2017. The district operated an Maricopa High School additional year under its traditional The district’s only high school welcomes 20 new Santa Rosa Elementary calendar to give families and staff teachers to campus, along with Principal Brian The grade school follows Butterfield’s lead in time to plan ahead. The two charter Winter and Assistant Principal Michelle Poppen. implementing the PBIS discipline program. schools then chose to follow suit. MHS offers three new courses: Anatomy and “The goal of PBIS implementation is explicitly Back in 2017, parents voiced physiology, statistics and probability, and an teaching behavioral expectations and rewarding concern about childcare during the intervention program for algebra 1. New Athletic students for following them,” said Principal Eva extended breaks and how the July Director Jake Neill, who oversees sports for the Safranek. start-date would negatively affect entire district, will help introduce swimming as Santa Rosa welcomes back the WATCH teen workers with summer jobs. a fall sport at MHS. D.O.G.S. program for the second year. The Dads Others are not worried. The high school’s credit recovery program, of Great Students initiative provides fathers “As a stay-at-home mom, (the Ram Academy, begins its second year of opportunities to be involved in their children’s new schedule) doesn’t really affect instruction. education. our family,” said Karen Fortunato. NOTE: Ram Academy, Desert Wind Middle “Our family is pretty excited about Maricopa Wells Middle School School, Saddleback Elementary and Santa Cruz the changes.” Wildman Phil Rakoci brought an alligator and other animals Jason Szoltysik is the junior high’s new assistant Elementary did not submit school updates. Some educators in the district to the Maricopa Public Library May 31. Michelle Chance principal. are also pleased. “He brings many years of educational CHARTER SCHOOLS Kathy Fuentes, special education experience, and he is going to be great for our teacher at Saddleback Elementary students and overall campus,” said Principal Leading Edge Academy School, has experience working Thad Miller. Expected to reach full capacity, LEA and its under the modified calendar in 815 students welcome a new music teacher another district. Butterfield Elementary from Maryland, a full-time math coach She loved it then and is looking Four new teachers join the Bobcats this school and a new special education teacher. The forward to spending more time off year. The elementary is in the third year of its elementary adds additional recess time for in the cooler weather months of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports students in kindergarten through fifth grade October and March. (PBIS) discipline system. Principal Janel with a new shade overhang on the playground. “It also gives families a week to Hildick said Arizona State University will train A supplemental K-2 math program and an take care of doctor appointments and Butterfield staff how to implement calming expanded technology program will also be other business and then a week, or corners, “which help students who may be implemented. so, to rest and relax,” Fuentes said. suffering from anxiety or emotional stress.” NOTE: Sequoia Pathway Academy, Legacy A sixth-grade teacher at Maricopa Maricopa High School student Antonio Gonzales performed with Traditional School, Camino Montessori and Wells Middle School, Rachael Arizona Rick the Balloon Cowboy entertained kids June 7 other MHS Theatre Company cast members of "The Baker's Wife" Holsteiner Agricultural School did not submit with balloon animals and costumes. Michelle Chance at the ASU Gammage High School Musical Theatre Awards May 26. school updates. 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22 InMaricopa.com | July 2018 July 2018 | InMaricopa.com 23 Isenberg, also likes the additional time she’ll have to schedule Familiar faces lead MUSD Maricopa Elementary wants to be appointments and travel. Isenberg was on the district calendar committee and deliberated middle, high schools shining example as Lighthouse the reasons why the district should By Murray Siegel By Michelle Chance adopt the new schedule. FA MILY June Celaya “We considered things like getting FA MILY kids out of the worst of the heat This is the third in a series of columns on the and continuity of curriculum and school principals in Maricopa. hen Maricopa Elementary instruction,” Isenberg said. School became a “Leader But the committee also looked une Celaya, principal at Desert Wind in Me” Lighthouse school at how the extended breaks could Middle School, brings 33 years of W in February, it was an benefit educators and families. educational experience to her job. accomplishment students and staff had been Isenberg said teachers often JAlthough she grew up in Philadelphia, working toward for four years. spent the one-week vacations in she got her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the Students, referred to as ‘scholars’ by waiting rooms – cramming in medical University of Arizona and Northern Arizona educators, practice the arts of prioritization, appointments during break to avoid University, respectively. She has taught multiple self-empowerment, leadership and missing a day of school. subjects in middle and high school and was a accountability. She said the extended breaks magnet school coordinator. Celaya was principal It was an achievement brought forth by a could alleviate that. at Maricopa High School before moving to the culture shift within the school. The Lighthouse Even with its benefits, teachers principal’s office at DWMS three years ago. designation recognizes outstanding progress said the new schedule doesn’t come She is most proud of adding a second within the Leader in Me framework. without a degree of adaptation, performing arts teacher at her school, which “We look at scholars and believe everyone especially with summer break. caused the program to double in size, as well has genius,” said MES Principal Jennifer “For me, it has already made the as adding another Blended Learning Program. File Robinson. summer feel shorter,” said Desert She looks forward to Students follow the format of “The 7 Wind music teacher Roger Wagner, implementing Watch Thad Miller Brian Winter Habits of Highly Effective People,” the 1989 who said marching band camp D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great self-help book by Franklin Covey. begins one week before staff returns Students) next year. It helps students like fifth-grader Alyssa to school. Her personal credo is Norris prioritize daily tasks. Many educators like Alicia Chin, that diversity brings “It helps me by getting my work done early a science teacher a Maricopa High opportunity to a school and turning it in so that I can be able to do School, teach summer school and and that a teacher can things that I want to do like play games or help participate in curriculum planning inspire any student to my teacher,” Norris said. well into June. be a successful learner. Students are assigned leadership roles as Students at Maricopa Elementary School School begins July 23. The principal at well, such as classroom greeters, line leaders tout the school's Lighthouse designation. “I will only be able to take a Maricopa Wells Middle and monitors. couple weeks to myself before I need School is Thad Miller, a Scholars also focus on potential, Submitted to be back to work again preparing native Arizonan whose Mason Callejas Michelle Chance motivation, change and education — for next year,” Chin said. K-12 education was obtained in Maricopa. He principal for the 2018-19 school year. He was paradigms that guide students through their It helps me by Robinson said that’s the ultimate goal MHS Music Director Ivan Pour is an ASU graduate and obtained a master’s born and raised in Minnesota and received his educational pursuits. she hopes scholars take with them as they called the schedule changes degree from Grand Canyon University. Before undergraduate and graduate degrees from state Everyday in the classroom students like getting my work done grow in life — realizing anything they want “minimal,” although the fall break is in becoming an administrator, Miller taught universities there. He has 30 years’ experience Jeremiah Crawford set “Wildly Important early and turning it in to achieve is possible. the middle of marching band season. science in the middle grades and in high school in education in various positions including Goals” and compose the steps they believe will so that I can be able to “That self-empowerment, and Beginning school in July means in MUSD. administrative assignments in Oregon and lead them to success. recognizing that they are the change and the marching band will have more He is very pleased the goals established Arizona. “One of my goals is to get a 90 percent or do things that I want to they can use their voice to make our world time overall to rehearse, but Pour for MWMS year have been realized and work He takes great pride in the fact MHS has higher on my math test,” Crawford said. The do like play games or better,” Robinson added. said he will have to reconfigure his towards academic improvement continues tested every 11th grade student on the Armed incoming sixth-grader said he accomplished help my teacher.” MES will retain its Lighthouse certification spring programming because of the with strong staff support. Miller anticipates Services Vocational Aptitude Battery and all it last school year. for two years, at which time the school can —Alyssa Norris new schedule. continuing with high academic and behavioral 12th graders on the ACT standardized college One of the seven habits practiced by recertify through a virtual self-assessment. “A calendar is a calendar and it is expectations as part of the school’s goals next admissions test. This testing was done at no cost the school is synergize, where students are the same number of (school) days,” year. to the students due to a grant obtained by the encouraged to solve problems by viewing a The Leader in Me school, one of four TheLeaderInMe.org Pour said, adding, “I think, ultimately, “The new ELA adoption should be a great school. His goal as the new principal is to build conflict through the eyes of another. in Arizona, has brought about results less it will allow for more intentional benefit for our kids,” he said. a connection with every student, whatever it It’s fifth-grader Liliana Flores’ favorite measurable than test scores and less tangible teaching throughout the school year He believes a positive relationship is being takes. habit to practice. than smiles, but important all the same. with less progress lost in summer. But built between students and faculty that will “I like when I see people working together One student said she felt empowered it will take some getting used to.” lead to future success. Murray Siegel has a doctorate in Math Ed and 42 and getting along because it makes the school during public speaking events, even when her Brian Winter is the Maricopa High School years of teaching experience. happy,” Flores said. bravery may have faltered at first.

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Left: The Fröms, nomination. “We rely on this dad to take care “He’s always putting his family first,” his from left, Cortney of us and our home. He is our breadwinner, wife Andrea said. “Even when he first received holding Atlys, soccer dad, professional wrestler, joke teller, the diagnosis, the first thing he said was, ‘What Derick holding tickler, lunch maker, homework helper, sports about my daughters?’” Rowan, Archer, lover, dog walker, breakfast maker. Like many, The girls are Audra, 3, and Joy, 1. Troy and Maddex, he loves his family more than life itself. He helps Supporter Carlene Croonenberghs with Maricopa Ace

FA MILY people every day by making their dreams come commented, “He has put his trust in God for the Hardware owner Best Dad in Mike Richey. true at work. We don’t know where we would be fight of his life. He is the father of two beautiful without him to provide, love and take care of us.” girls. The love between him and his wife Andrea Maricopa Below left: Jase “It’s cool,” Jase Leonard said of being in the is a testament to everyone who knows them. He Leonard with his top three finishers. “We always try to do a lot in is one of the strongest men I’ve ever known.” sons Caden and the community.” Foree just edged out Chris Marshall. ‘class act,’ Jaxon, with Mike The Leonards have lived in Maricopa 12 Marshall’s “likes” continued to come in even Richey. years. after the June 14 deadline. Kandi Crowe, who “liked” Leonard’s In nominating him, Marshall’s wife Marlene father of 5 Below: Jason and nominations, commented, “No surprise. I have wrote, “He works selflessly for us every day. He is Andrea Foree with known him 18 years and always knew he would faithful, kind loving and the definition of strong daughters Audra Story and photos be an awesome dad! Team Jace!” all in one. He gives up his free time to help the and Joy and Ace by Raquel Hendrickson owner Mike Richey. There was a fierce battle for third place in youth in Maricopa and is active in our children’s the contest that went down to the wire. In the school. He always finds time to teach, pray and end, Jason Foree claimed the 30-ounce and play everything from sports, Nerf guns, bowling 20-ounce tumblers. — our kiddos simply adore him, I adore him. He A highway inspector by trade, Foree has is the greatest man I know.” been battling leukemia for the past year and is All of the top four finishers received more currently in remission. than 100 likes.

Check out more of the nominations and previous athletes around town. He is at Facebook.com/InMaricopa. one of the most loving and caring people They include: I know and this would be a great honor to him if he is selected. Michelle Harl Johnson We nominate Kylie Birth Doula Williams This Bo Johnson, you all know him as the man right here deservers the Download funny Yogurt Jungle guy! Or perhaps #bestdadaward!! Everything he does our app you know him as the collector or the is to bring joy to his family!! He didn’t person who hauls stuff away. I know him have a dad growing up so he looks to his and be as a caring, loving father to our children. Heavenly Father for guidance! Jonathan He not only is a Dad he is daddy to our is a dad to our 4 beautiful children who first to get kids!! Our children adore him and he truly look up to him!! Jonathan is very well loves them with all of his heart. He is a known in this awesome town and I breaking rhinestoning dance dad for our daughter believe he should be blessed by this title local news! ith more than 40 fathers his wife entered him in the contest but was 7, Archer, 3, Rowan, 2, and Atlys, 1, have lived and he is an amazing role model for I already know he has:) nominated Best Dad in “shocked” that he came out on top. in Maricopa just three months, moving from them and shows them hard work and Becky Holsinger I would like to Maricopa for Father’s Day, “I just didn’t think we were going to win, Mesa. Derick and Cortney have been together dedication pays off. We love him to the nominate my dad Chris Holsinger. He is a W it took a lot of social media we entered so late,” he said. seven years and married three. moon and back and hope Maricopa will marine veteran and is my hero, he helps support to come out on top. In the case of In her nomination, Cortney Fröm stated, One person who voted for Derick Fröm, show him some love too!!!! save lives and is an all around amazing the winner, it took enthusiastic support from “We have five children, and he is pretty much Philip Bateson, called him “a class act. Works Ryan Hansen I nominate my husband dad. When my mom met my dad she had HELP US BEAT OUR military buddies to win the coveted prizes super Dad. He does so much for his family himself to the bone for his fam. He’s a great Chad Hansen. He is a fantastic father to a 9 year old son my brother. He didn’t from Maricopa Ace Hardware. and works so incredibly hard to make sure we coworker and a generally funny guy.” our 3 boys! He never misses an event or care he did everything he could to make BIGGEST RIVAL: CANCER Cortney Fröm nominated her husband are all taken care of. His love for all five of his Another supporter, James Layne, took it special moment in any of our lives. He sure they were happy. To this day he tells WITH: • Research Derick Fröm very late in the competition, children is amazing. Plus he’s a pretty great even further: “When Superman wakes up in goes out of his way to juggle his busy everyone that he is my brothers dad. • 24/7 Helpline which was based on InMaricopa’s Facebook husband, too.” the morning, he wants to be like this dad.” schedule to always be there for us. In Whenever I have a friend in need he is • FREE Rides to Chemo page. But then she started sharing it. Within Derick Fröm spent eight years in the Finishing in second place in the Best Dad the free time he does have he spends always there. He loves to help people at • Most of all, YOU! hours, Fröm had accumulated 400 and then Arizona Army National Guard. His continuing contest was local Realtor Jase Leonard. He and it volunteering here in Maricopa for work and out of work. I am proud to call RELAY FOR LIFEOF MARI COPA 500 votes and more. relationship with current and veteran service his two sons, Caden, 10, and Jaxon 8, took Maricopa Youth Sports. Chances are this man my father, he does everything he JOIN RELAY FOR LIFE AND HELP US ATTACK CANCER FROM EVERYRelayForLife.org/ ANGLE. MaricopaAZ The win brought Fröm a new Traeger grill, members, especially a group calling itself home a Yeti cooler from Ace. that you may know Coach Chad as he can to make sure my siblings and I feel pellets and accoutrements from Ace owner Drinkin Bros: Dads, was key to totaling nearly “There are a lot of dads that wear multiple has been coaching in Maricopa for 7 loved and safe. He is a EMT for Gila River RELAY FOR LIFE MARICOPA Mike Richey. 600 “likes” on Cortney’s nomination. hats in their family and that is no different years now. He loves being a part of our and loves what he does. I couldn’t imagine Fröm said he thought it was “cool” that The Fröms, who include Maddex, 9, Troy, in ours,” his wife Stacy Leonard wrote in her community and running into his current a life without my dad. RelayForLife.org/MaricopaAZ

26 InMaricopa.com | July 2018 July 2018 | InMaricopa.com 27 College Mentoring

Parents need to be aware of child Meaningful connections predators, teen trafficking and cyberbullying. Is SAT or ACT better for students? Victims of these tragedies can often become depressed and or suicidal. Statistics show By Bernadette Russoniello make all the difference suicide is on the rise among teens, especially By Aaron Petrus teen girls ages 13-17. ince the early 2000s, educational The SAT, developed by the College Board, designed to measure what a typical high school Even though it’s different, some things FA MILY FA MILY policy has placed increasing a private, nonprofit organization, originally junior should know and be able to do, across remain the same, such as the human desire expectations on accountability tested a student’s aptitude for the rigors of subject areas including mathematics, reading entoring students is a very re- adults in my life alongside my single mother for connection, and the adolescent’s need Sthrough testing. Conversely, our college. The assessment helped prestigious comprehension, language and scientific warding experience. like family, coaches and teachers; and they all for direction. Today, we have to look outside public universities in Arizona chose to make and exclusive colleges across the United States reasoning. I’ve been mentoring for the guided me on the right path. ourselves and think outside the box because admissions tests optional. Students determine if a potential applicant had For decades, universities aligned with one Mpast year with the Be Awesome Today, social media, violent video games the issues of the past are becoming more can gain admittance to Arizona’s big the skills requisite for success. Since test philosophy or another. The standard now Youth Coalition. I’ve learned a lot, and access to YouTube have all im- intense. But a competent and engaged three universities without a qualifying the 1990s, the mission of the SAT is that all universities accept either test for including the realization that youth pacted our youth in a negative way individual can make a difference. test score. What is the significance of changed to promote excellence, access admissions. struggles are unique in today’s — especially in the homes or areas I’m proud to be a part of Be Awesome traditional college admissions testing and equity in education, connecting At Maricopa High School, we encourage culture. Factors include social where parenting is not present. As Youth Coalition. The Coalition has helped and why does it matter? students to college success and students to take both exams. You never know media, a shift in standards, and even adults, we believe if a child is at home encourage and guide many teenagers and saved Regardless of whether a opportunity. which test you will perform better on. Many family values. playing video games or on their elec- the lives of others. Please support Be Awesome university requires a test score, the Bernadette The suites of assessments offered students report that the SAT feels harder than I try to compare my childhood to tronic device it means that they are Youth Coalition by volunteering, donating or answer is, “Yes,” your test scores Russoniello by the College Board, including the ACT, but often students score better on the kids I work with today, and it’s Aaron Petrus out of harm’s way. This is not true. connecting online. Let’s stop talking about the matter, and you need to plan and the PSAT and PSAT 8/9 and PSAT the SAT than the ACT. Both exams take three difficult because our experiences are Speaking with kids, many of problem and become the solution. prepare to do your best on these exams. The 10, offer students the ability to predict AP hours and a Saturday morning to test. Exams very different. Like many of the kids I mentor, them have learned a lot of their negative be- majority of scholarships students earn are potential and connect students at younger ages are offered nearly every month at schools I too grew up in a single-parent home. But as havior from social media. Most parents are BeAwesomeYouth.life based on academic merit, a combination of to universities and colleges matching their around the state. Registration is done entirely a kid I never dealt with suicide, depression not even aware of what their children are ex- grades, course rigor and test scores. If you or interests and abilities. online, and each test costs $46. Fee waivers or child abuse. It existed, but not at the rate posed to. The Internet is loaded with teenag- Aaron Petrus is a mentor for the Be Awesome your child want free money for college, then The ACT (American College Testing) are available through school counselors for these kids are experiencing it. ers acting in a manner that is totally inappro- Youth Coalition and can help connect you with preparing and studying for admissions testing originally offered a variant to the “traditional” students qualifying for the National School Issues like peer pressure, drugs and vio- priate. Somehow, this has become a normal opportunities to make a difference. He can be is a must. aptitude testing of the SAT. The ACT was Lunch Program or receiving other forms of lence existed, but so did positive, meaningful behavior and is accepted today or ignored. reached at [email protected]. public assistance. Increasingly, competitive universities Teaching Reaching Understanding Empowering Learning (schools that accept fewer than 35 percent of applicants) require SAT subject tests. The SAT Your local Maricopa Campus has 27 Associate or Certiﬁcate training subject test is a course-specific assessment that programs, non-credit courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and student demonstrates a student’s credential within leadership opportunities. Train for the workforce or transfer to any Where Character AZ state university. Visit and speak to an advisor today. that field. SAT subject tests help competitive 17945 N. Regent Dr. • (520) 494-6400 schools determine program readiness and Register now for the Fall Semester! course placement. Leads to Success. 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28 InMaricopa.com | July 2018 July 2018 | InMaricopa.com 29 Agriculture

MARICOPA. DELIVERED. Maricopa’s hyperlocal Stephen Butler, PhD, COO Ben Cloud, Director BUSINESS Lance Beem and Director Rodolfo Manzone, PhD — came on board with experience and advertising source since 2004 expert skills to develop a new product with great possibility. How important is InMaricopa Development continued with the founders to you as a source of opening a facility in Maricopa, a rich, agricultur- Maricopa news and information? al resource area that has the guayule shrub growing in abundance. Research and development 40% continues at UC-Davis. 52% OF READERS HOLD ONTO The purpose became clear to the founders: 30% “Develop and supply biological compounds that 27% THE MAGAZINE are naturally derived and sustainable for use in FOR MORE THAN A MONTH. growing crops.” Beem Biologics has entered a licensing agree-

Crops with wings ment with one of the largest crop protection in- Vol. 6 Issue 2 THE MAGAZINE 2% HEALTH Maricopa company wants to reinvigorate agriculture dustries in the world — Arysta LifeScience — GUIDE and has conducted successful, broad-spectrum INSIDE Extremely Very Somewhat Not By Fran Lyons Photos by Mason Calejas field trials of ISO NPK. important important important important “Our mission is to become a premium pro- PREVENTION IS BEST MEDICINE vider of breakthrough biological technologies Local family practice doctor caring for uayule (gwa yoo lee). Not a throughout the world,” Cloud said. “The impetus Maricopans since 2000 How many times do you look at each HAVEN FOR Nai EQUESTRIANS well-known word. If you haven’t for this shift is the awareness of the agriculture Thunderbird Farms Aria issue of InMaricopa magazine? group leads effort to heard it before, you probably will, industry and communities at large, to see the op- restore horse arena alr FROM COUCH TO 5K Ak-Chin medicine man Local running club prepares Richard Joaquin heals body, spirit Gespecially if you live in Maricopa. portunity and benefit of using naturally derived 43% newbie runners for ﬁ rst race Guayule is a silver-leaved shrub of the compounds. They are safe, economical and high-

38% www.InMaricopa.com daisy family indigenous to the southwestern ly effective in increasing crop yield for growers.” October 2017 THINGS TO DO A little blood-letting GOVERNMENT in 'Sweeney Todd' United States and Mexico. It grows locally. Biological compounds, or AG biologicals, What's on the ballot?

HOME It was cultivated in the early 20th century provide many of the answers that face the chem- Good snakes and bad snakes by industry and investment pioneers such ical crop industry. 15% in the garden as Henry Ford and John D. Rockefeller for “At Beem Biologicals, we intend to advance 5% its promise to produce rubber. The sap of ‘Healthy Soil, Healthy Food and a Healthy Plan- the plant yielded a high volume of latex that et, based on science,’” Cloud said. Nitty-Gritty Fun MARICOPA MUD RUN MAKES EVERYONE A SUPERHERO produced a rubber compound. Beem Biologics currently has an inventory 3+ 2 1 0 +Local business

directory It served a multitude of applications that would provide product to 1 million acres. Stats source: 2017 InMaricopa Community Survey October 2017 | InMaricopa.com 1 including the World War II effort led by Beginning in 2019, marketing will expand and Dwight D. Eisenhower when he was a colonel the projected growth will be 10 million acres of in the Army in a study of guayule as an product coverage to meet market demands over Best Product + Best Distribution = Best Results alternative to rubber. the next five years, according to its business plan. InMaricopa offers market-leading products in print, digital and social Fast-forward to 2014. Lance Beem, a Rick Brower is the operations manager. He media, and video production and promotion. Our services grow with our plant physiologist working at the University is an Arizona native who has lived in Maricopa clients’ needs and also include advertising via email, text, door-to-door, of California-Davis, conducted trials on the Chief Operations Officer Ben Cloud said Beem Biologics co-founders are since 1988. promotions, product placement, and branded apparel and merchandise. guayule plant for its potential to increase ISO NPK offers one of the most potent fertility working in fields and labs to prove “I have been working with the potential of crop growth. He found he was really onto products on the market. “We call it ‘giving guayule can safely and efficiently the guayule shrub for 10 years, and I am really increase plant growth. Rick 44400 W. Honeycutt Road, Suite 101 something significant and far-reaching. your crops wings.’ Plants actually respond to excited to be here in Maricopa at this amazing Brower, bottom, has worked with He discovered he could extract from the an application with rising branches and leaves time to hit the ground running,” he said. “Our Maricopa, AZ 85138 the plant for a decade. guayule plant a property that would increase for a physically visible response.” timing is right to move away from conventional (520) 568-0040 crop yield to growers. It is called ISO NPK. Events shaped rapidly from this discovery. chemical products that deplete the soil to a [email protected] It’s a bio fertilizer. It is naturally sourced, non- Beem Biologics was established in 2014. non-toxic, organic product that revitalizes and Vincent Manfredi toxic and certified organic. Four founding members — CEO/Chairman enhances crops.” ADVERTISING DIRECTOR www.InMaricopa.com/Advertising

30 InMaricopa.com | July 2018 July 2018 | InMaricopa.com 31 Briefs Briefs

Jiffy Lube under construction. MARICOPA EATERIES GET CLEAN INSPECTION FROM COUNTY $ ++ All 11 food establishments in Maricopa +tax inspected by Pinal County from May 16 to June 15 received excellent 39 scores. BUSINESS

EXCELLENT [No violations found] Raquel Hendrickson • Bashas’ • Bashas’ - Deli • Circle K at 21212 N. John Wayne NEW BUSINESS Development briefs Parkway LICENSES FOR • Denny’s WINGS, HOT DOGS • Dollar Tree around town • Gyro Grill The following businesses received • Helen’s at Copper Sky business licenses from the City of Sunrise Pre-School received a new commercial • Helen’s at Pacana Park Maricopa May 16 through June 15: permit for its property at 19287 N. Porter Road. • McDonalds at 20700 N. John Commercial: Go Wireless Inc., The school, which is directly east of Sequoia Wayne Parkway Pioneer Title Agency, Wingstop Pathway, is more than 10,000 square feet, • QuikTrip Home-based: 5X Gusse including canopies, and valued at $1.4 million. • QuikTrip — kitchen Properties, Choice Vending, Little Charmers Preschool and Daycare Clearly Designed, Desert Ice, at 22314 N. O’Sullivan Drive received its annual SATISFACTORY [ Violations Fashion and Beauty Guide, residential fire inspection and earned its permit corrected during inspection] Gorilla Joe’s Pest Control, Lifted June 4. It also received a permit for a flow test of None High Garage Door Repair, the hydrant on June 18. Landscape Illumination & Dutch Bros. Coffee indicated its interest Raquel Hendrickson NEEDS IMPROVEMENT [Critical Irrigation, Maricopa Solar Window in building a drive thru in Maricopa with a the fireworks display at Maricopa’s annual Great items noted during inspection cannot Screens & Home Power Washing, presentation to the Heritage District Citizen American 4th. be corrected immediately requiring North Suburban Office Services, Advisory Board June 14. The proposal for a KB Home received a permit June 11 to follow-up inspection] Patricia Sierra Home Daycare, store north of Fast & Friendly Car Wash on John convert the garage of a model home on Laurel None PCS by D’Vine, Sonora Hot Dogs, Wayne Parkway is in the early review process. Road into a construction office for Homestead. T&R Roadside Services, Taylor A proposed Circle K on the southeast KB Home also received a permit for two wood UNACCEPTABLE [Gross, unsanitary Loren Decorating, Trail Blazer corner of Honeycutt and Porter roads has onsite signs at the location. conditions necessitating the Marketing, Vango 4 Kids improvement plans under review by the City of Maricopa Auto Outlet received a permit to discontinuation of service] Out of town: Associated Sign Maricopa. replace the sign faces for the business at 19864 None Company, B&J Glass and Store Construction continued on Burger King in N. John Wayne Parkway. Super Smiles at 21116 Front Inc., Cookson Door Sales Edison Pointe at 20595 N. John Wayne Parkway N. John Wayne Parkway received a permit for an of Arizona, Forrest Anderson and at Jiffy Lube at 42100 W. Maricopa Casa- LED aluminum sign. Plumbing and Air Conditioning, Grande Hwy. After its opening, Dollar Tree received a Four Peaks Pump and Yale Management Services at 21596 N. temporary sign permit May 31 for its grand Compressor Service, GE Home John Wayne Parkway received its permit for opening. Services, Henry & Horne LLP, JLC a fire alarm and detection system on June 6. Mobile food vendor Zonia Fuentes of Enterprises, Mattson Construction, Dunkin’ Donuts, which opened in Edison Pointe Sonora Hot Dogs LLC received a zoning permit Thank you for Nergy Solutions, One Stop June 8, received its fire alarm permit June 13. to sell at 44301 W. Maricopa-Casa Grande Hwy. supporting our Asphalt, R&B Roofing, Renewal Crossfit Stand & Battleannounced to its Four Directions received a zoning permit by Andersen, Romp and Roam clients it was restructuring the business and June 6 for an adult group home at 41545 W. advertisers. Pet and Home Sitting, RS Client would be moving out of its location at 21476 N. Anne Lane. It’s because of them Services, Sun Eagle Corporation, John Wayne Parkway after July 1. Owners opted After time ran out on previous permits, the you are reading Trinity Building Services, Unique to move training into residential garage gyms City of Maricopa’s Heritage District project Management because the state of commercial real estate in received four new permits June 4 to demolish this magazine. Nonprofit:Keep the Beat, Maricopa made continued leasing unworkable. blighted properties. Two are on Maricopa-Casa Maricopa Ak-Chin STEAM Walmart received a permit May 16 to sell Grande Highway, one is on Pershing Street and Foundation fireworks at its store at 41650 W. Maricopa- one is on Burkett Avenue. The work is to be Casa Grande Hwy. Fireworks Productions of carried out by Breinholt Contracting and valued Arizona received a permit June 13 to produce at $22,500 per property. 32 InMaricopa.com | July 2018 July 2018 | InMaricopa.com 33 Find details on these and many other local businesses on your computer/tablet/phone 24/7 at InMaricopa.com/Directory.

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to agree to all their terms. Waiving a home Master Gardeners teach Why it's smart to contact inspection was one of the requirements. The sales representative convinced me, because Realtor for new builds the home came with a builder’s warranty, HOME latest about plants, planting everything would be fine. Twelve months later, HOME By Dayv Morgan the builder was bankrupt, corporate offices By Rita Bricker were closed, and any possibility of making a Maricopa has seen a recent surge in new home opposite is true. Your Realtor can research warranty claim was gone. Let’s explore the Master Gardener program as with other groups such as 4-H. Our mission construction. Many people find it enjoyable to how long a home has been on the market and Fortunately, the house had no structural it relates to our fair city of Maricopa. as Master Gardeners is to provide the tour model homes, and soon find themselves help negotiate a reduced price or additional issues. I have heard many examples, however, But first some history and public with research-based, home, contemplating an upgrade to a brand-new upgrades. of home inspectors finding major problems definitions. The Land Grant College horticultural information through house. If you’re looking, perhaps it’s time to Another misconception is that it’s not such as missing insulation in walls or attic, Act of 1862 ceded land within educational programs and projects. contact a Realtor. necessary to have a Realtor when disconnected AC ducts, or missing roof each state to establish colleges and We are all unpaid volunteers. MCommonly, people believe there you buy a brand-new home. Here, tiles. Even national builders and licensed Luniversities specializing in the Our local group is fortunate planning, cultivation, irrigation, and garden is a financial penalty to using a it’s important to keep in mind the contractors can make mistakes. It is important “agricultural and mechanic” (A&M) to have the Maricopa Agricultural and tool maintenance. Realtor when buying a new home. sales agents at the model homes not to assume everything will be done perfectly. arts. The University of Arizona is our Center (affectionately known as Another vital service we provide is That is not the case. It’s cost-free to are employees for the builder. They Anything that was installed incorrectly, if not land-grant college. Rita Bricker MAC) as our home base. The MAC is plant diagnostics. The Maricopa Master use your own agent. The commission represent the builder’s best interests, caught during the warranty period, could end The Cooperative Extension a University of Arizona experiment Gardeners were commissioned by our county is paid by the builder. Also, it’s wise not the buyer’s. A local agent can help up costing hundreds or thousands of dollars Service is a large, informal education system station known for its research on cotton, small extension agent to act as the go-to plant and to take your Realtor along when you point out things about the community, when you plan to sell. The average home to help people use research-based knowledge grains, alfalfa and new, specialty crops. At insect diagnostic resource for the county in begin looking at models, because Dayv Morgan location and details such as HOA fees, inspection costs about $350. It is certainly to improve their lives. This service is provided the MAC, our Master Gardeners maintain a January 2014. In that capacity, we assumed typically a builder will not allow you amenities, exposure to the sun or worth the peace of mind to have it done. by a state’s land-grant university and is demonstration garden, and we are currently responsibility for logging and resolving to have an agent once you have completed a proximity to train tracks, road noise, etc. administered by county agents. Our Pinal planning a new orchard plot. We utilize these the plant and insect questions and issues registration form. When I moved to Maricopa in 2006, it Dayv Morgan is a Maricopa Realtor and own- County agent is Rick Gibson. areas as teaching platforms to introduce local tendered by home gardeners from all corners The seller will not give a lower base price was a housing boom and a strong seller’s er of HomeSmart Success. He can be reached at The Master Gardener program is an adjunct homeowners to new plants and planting of Pinal County. We have a diagnostic lab and simply because a buyer purchases without an market. When I decided to buy a new home, [email protected]. of the Cooperative Extension Service along techniques, as well as best practices in comprehensive library in our office, which is agent. Often with completed spec homes, the I was at the mercyIndulge of the builder, and had Yourself Sponsored Content with also located at the MAC. Becoming a Pinal County Master Gardener requires some time and dedication, No DownSuperior Payment, 100% Finance Service. but it’s well worth it, not only for one’s • 97% first mortgage (30 year fixed rate) with a 3% second mortgage* personal knowledge but for the opportunity ® to share that learning with others. First, Calling• No Mr.income Limit Appliance ensures: • Minimum 640 FICO credit score one must complete a specialized course in A solid quote• Home before buyer education the work class beginsis not required - no surprises gardening in the low desert. 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111 • Plumbing 105 107 • In-line Video Camera Service 98 98 100 98 • Leak Detection • Backﬂ ow Testing & Installation 81 80 • Drain Cleaning 77 76 74 78 67 • Re-pipe of Water Lines 59 73 • Repairs/Remodeling 57 *53 • Hydrojetting 60 • Gas Line Installation 42 51 • Electrical 34 46 42* 40 • FINANCING AVAILABLE 36 29 28 31 23 1. 19815 N. Puffin Drive, Province 19 Raquel Hendrickson 520-836-5802 The most expensive home sold in the city of Maricopa from May 16 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec www.Brutinel.com LEAST to June 15 was a half-million-dollar looker on a lake in Province that ROC 068025 ROC 074815 EXPENSIVE is the priciest of the year. The large house on a large lot included Source: City of Maricopa *June 1-18 ROC 067458 ROC 067457 HOME SOLD a casita and a private pool. There were tons of upgrades, from flooring to window treatments. Though on the market for nearly nine months at $14,000 above its eventual selling price, the results were apparently worth the wait. Take your Maricopa business Sold: May 31 Features: Orchid model with Purchase price: $505,000 stainless steel appliances, formal to the next level! Square footage: 3,102 dining room, fireplace, waterfront Price per square foot: $162.79 views, full master bedroom, Maricopa’s Days on market: 253 granite counters, play pool, patio, 1. 45004 W. Garvey Ave. Builder: Engle guest house #1 Realtor Raquel Hendrickson Year built: 2006 Listing agent: William G. Over 500 Homes Bedrooms: 4 Menkhus, HomeSmart at Maricopa Business Center The least expensive home sold in the city of Maricopa from May 16 to Bathrooms: 4 Selling agent: Jill K. Dames, Sold in 5 years June 15 was a manufactured home in the Heritage District. Maricopa’s Community: Province Realty ONE Group Dayv Morgan mixed-use heritage overlay was used a selling point, as homes within ABR, CDPE, CSSPE the overlay can be used as residential or commercial. The home was in OWNER, REALTOR£ the middle of an 8,000-square-foot lot.

Sold: June 9 Bathrooms: 2 2. 22496 N. Sunset Drive, Cobblestone Farms...... $375,000 Purchase price: $132,250 Community: Maricopa Manor 3. 18955 N. Falcon Lane, Glennwilde...... $322,000 Square footage: 1,284 Features: Large lot, remodeled 4. 18620 N. Tanners Way, Smith Farms...... $319,000 Price per square foot: $102.99 kitchen, new paint inside 5. 19131 N. Toya St., Senita...... $319,000 Days on market: 95 Listing agent: Manuel Gauna, My Builder: unknown Home Group Real Estate Year built: 1998 Selling agent: R.C. Hard, Go Sold Virtual Ofﬁ ce Package Bedrooms: 3 Realty Mailbox Rental • Package Delivery Conference Room Use • More For a full list of last month’s Maricopa 2. 19220 N. Toledo Ave., Tortosa...... $142,100 home sales, see 19756 N. John Wayne Pkwy., Suite 100 3. 44823 W. Applegate Road, Alterra South...... $152,000 InMaricopa.com/ 44400 W. Honeycutt Road, Suite 102 4. 46166 W. Sheridan Road, Maricopa Meadows.$153,000 (480) 251-4231 • [email protected] Real-Estate. 5. 36536 W. San Clemente St., Tortosa ...... $155,000 (520) 568-0040 www.HomeSmartSuccess.com

40 InMaricopa.com | July 2018 July 2018 | InMaricopa.com 41 Fitness Activities Effective planning for a healthy, fit lifestyle Keep your kids entertained and free

By Aaron Gilbert But why do I want to feel good Everyone’s rocks, pebbles and sand will Q about myself? look different. But regardless, if you fill you from boredom over summer break When life's already busy, here’s how you can A: Because when I feel good about myself, I’m jar with too much sand first, the rocks and make time to eat better and move more often. more assertive and confident. pebbles won’t fit. By Andrew H. Jones tension in the building that puts everyone at

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Indoor Campout — Hang sheets or a great way to practice teamwork. Better yet, try blankets over tables or chairs. Let children a food-tasting contest and have Mom or Dad REFERENCES 1. Lauren Piro. (2017). 40 Boredom-Busting Activities hangout, snack, and nap in the “tent.” choose the best tasting dish without knowing to Do With the Kids. Retrieved from www.good- Tin H. Nguyen, DDS 6. Measure Things — How tall are you? whose is whose. Loser does the dishes. housekeeping.com/home/craft-ideas/how-to/g1389/ How long is the table? How big around is the 13. Library Story Time — Check with diy-kids-activities/?slide=24 2. The Myria Editors. (2017). 33 fun summer activities for (833) 793-7773 tree? How wide is the sidewalk? Give your your local library for fun activities, they kids and families. 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