By Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet

GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT DEPLOYS NEW 

FIRE UNIT TO REDUCE CALL VOLUME

Glendale, Ariz. ––Glendale Fire Department has deployed a new fire unit in an effort to reduce the use of emergency apparatus for non-life-threatening responses. The unit is called “LA151” and it stands for Low Acuity 151 which means it will handle calls that are non-life-threatening in nature. These non-emergent calls generate some 9,000 calls for assistance each year in Glendale that are normally handled by either a busy paramedic ladder or engine company that could be serving on more serious calls elsewhere in the City.

Calls that do not need a fire truck and a four person crew will be routed to LA151 thus reducing engine or ladder company responses in Glendale’s already over-burdened fire and EMS response system.

LA151 is staffed by a Captain Paramedic and EMT Firefighter. The unit will be dispatched on non-life threatening calls but have the ability to call for additional resources if necessary once on scene. The crew recently underwent training in Mesa and Chandler to observe similar systems.

Glendale Fire Department responded to approximately 37,000 calls for service in 2014 and individual apparatus response rates currently exceed the national average of about 2,000 calls per unit. About 50% of Glendale’s fire apparatus fleet is responding to over 3,000 calls per year with some of those calls being low acuity in nature.

 LA151 will be one year pilot and additional low acuity units may be placed into service if the pilot data supports the low acuity response concept. Glendale Fire will evaluate the unit’s efficiency over the next many months and determine a further course of action while continuing to serve the community.

Watch some TV and Video with Ed# @ Great Shows on American masters!

Pedro E. Guerrero: A Photographer’s Journey and The Women’s List - Read on....
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/pedro-e-guerrero-preview/4930/
Pedro E. Guerrero: A Photographer’s Journey premieres Friday, September 18 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings) during National Hispanic Heritage Month.

The American Masters series and Latino Public Broadcasting’s VOCES series join forces for the first time to explore the life and work of photographer Pedro E. Guerrero (September 5, 1917 – September 13, 2012), a Mexican American, born and raised in segregated Mesa, Arizona, who had an extraordinary international photography career.

Filmmakers Raymond Telles and Yvan Iturriaga (Latino Americans) showcase an in-depth, exclusive interview with Guerrero alongside his photography to explore his collaborations with three of the most iconic American artists of the 20th century: architect Frank Lloyd Wright and sculptors Alexander Calder and Louise Nevelson. Using his outsider’s eye to produce insightful portraits of important modernist architecture, Guerrero became one of the most sought-after photographers of the “Mad Men” era, yet his story is largely unknown.



http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/womens-list-preview-film/5487/



The Women’s List
Preview the Film
Premiere date: September 25, 2015 | 0:01:37 | Buy the DVD Meet 15 women who have created and defined contemporary American culture in American Masters: The Women’s List, premiering nationwide Friday, September 25, 9-10 p.m. on PBS (check local listings) and available the same day on DVD via Perfect Day Films Inc. The newest chapter of filmmaker/photographer Timothy Greenfield-Sanders’ List documentary series (American Masters: The Boomer List, The Black List, The Latino List, The Out List) features intimate interviews with:

Madeleine Albright, U.S. Secretary of State, 1997-2001
Gloria Allred, lawyer
Laurie Anderson, artist
Sara Blakely, entrepreneur
Margaret Cho, comedian
Edie Falco, actor
Elizabeth Holmes, scientist and entrepreneur
Betsey Johnson, fashion designer
Alicia Keys, singer-songwriter
Aimee Mullins, athlete and fashion model
Nancy Pelosi, politician
Rosie Perez, actor
Shonda Rhimes, writer-producer
Wendy Williams, talk show host
Nia Wordlaw, pilot

American Masters: The Women’s List focuses on these individuals’ exceptional achievements, struggles and identities. All trailblazers in their respective fields, these women share their experiences struggling against discrimination and overcoming challenges to make their voices heard and their influence felt. Toni Morrison opens the film with a reading of an introduction she wrote specifically for The Women’s List.

“As a lifelong feminist, I’m proud to have made The Women’s List and excited to have another one of my films join the American Masters library,” said Greenfield-Sanders.

“As with The Boomer List, Timothy has chosen an inspiring mix of talented voices,” said Michael Kantor, executive producer of American Masters. “Brought together, these 15 stories of different modern masters make for a profoundly moving film.”

Launched in 1986, American Masters has earned 28 Emmy Awards — including 10 for Outstanding Non-Fiction Series since 1999 and five for Outstanding Non-Fiction Special — 12 Peabodys, an Oscar, three Grammys, two Producers Guild Awards and many other honors. Now in its 29th season on PBS, the series is a production of THIRTEEN PRODUCTIONS LLC for WNET and also seen on the WORLD channel.

American Masters: The Women’s List is a production of Perfect Day Films in association with THIRTEEN PRODUCTIONS LLC’s American Masters for WNET. Timothy Greenfield-Sanders is director. Music by Neal Evans. Charlie Watt Smith is editor. Sandra Guzman is the interviewer. Graham Willoughby is director of photography. Betsy Berg, Ingrid Duran, Kamilah Forbes, Karin Greenfield-Sanders, Michael Kantor, Catherine Pino, Lylette Pizarro, and Michael Slap Sloane are executive producers. Timothy Greenfield-Sanders, Tommy Walker and Chad Thompson are producers. Michael Kantor is executive producer for American Masters.

A Report on Arizona League of Cities & Towns - Councilmember Gary Sherwood

1. Arizona Council on Transportation Innovation Exchange Campaign - The Arizona Council for Transportation Innovation (ACTI) was formed in 2013 to promote practices that can deliver Arizona's state, regional and local transportation systems in a better, smarter, and faster way. ACTI conducts Innovation Exchanges to share information about what's new in the industry and the discussion centered around how technological advances are making our state's transportation system one of the best in the nation.
2. Social Media and Cities: The Pros and Cons of Instant Connection to Citizens - Social media is now a part of our everyday lives and has become too big for local governments to not be part of the conversation. It can be both a challenge and opportunity to effectively communicate with residents digitally. The presentation gave examples of how the pros and cons of social media are best handled and how tone remains key in communicating to, and with, residents.
3. Marijuana Legalization: It's Coming Our Way, the Colorado Experience and How it Will Impact AZ Cities and Towns - This one packed the hall and was widely discussed. Marijuana is currently legal for recreational purposes in four states and the District of Columbia. There's a group trying to get it on the ballot in Arizona. The presentation touched on a high-level overview of Colorado's experience as the first state in the country to legalize the recreational use of marijuana. They went over the benefits from retail sales, the handling of drugged drivers and tourists, and reviewed lessons learned in the process of implementing regulations.
4. Downtown Success Strategies From Around the Country - Since the auto dealerships left Glendale Ave, the city has struggled at redeveloping our namesake Avenue despite an optional zoning overlay. This presentation from a professor at Michigan State University made pretty interesting arguments. Downtowns are often the face of a community yet many downtowns struggle to fill vacant storefronts. Based on the perspectives of a variety of downtown revitalization experts, his presentation provided the five pillars to downtown success. I really got a lot out of this one.
5. Community-Based Entrepreneurship - Communities can play a role in creating an entrepreneurial-friendly environment. This presentation explored the key elements necessary to encourage new business start-ups, including the physical infrastructure, financial resources, commercial/professional infrastructure, human resources, and the community environment and design.  A full conference yet it is nice to catch up with others that you run into at other local, state, and Federal functions and continue to build upon those relationships as well as begin new ones.

GLENDALE, Ariz. – On Friday, September 11, 2015, a Phoenix Police Officer in a marked vehicle observed a suspicious and speeding SUV along Northern Avenue. A person from that vehicle was later observed pointing a handgun at a pedestrian by that officer. As the officer attempted to close in on the vehicle, several shots were fired at him from the vehicle. The incident came to a conclusion in a parking lot at 8605 N. 59th Avenue. Six occupants were detained. 24-year old Doneevon Tramel Hawkins of Phoenix has been arrested and booked on charges of drive-by shooting, aggravated assault on a police officer, prohibited possession of a firearm and unlawful discharge of a firearm. There were no injuries related to this incident.

Detectives from our Violent Crimes Squad responded to conduct the investigation. Their investigation found the following. The Phoenix officer first observed the SUV on Northern Avenue, within the city of Phoenix. As he closed in to observe the license plate, he saw an arm extend from the rear passenger window and point a handgun at a pedestrian just west of 43rd Avenue. He relayed this information to Phoenix dispatch and a Phoenix Police air unit responded. He caught up to the vehicle as it turned north onto 59th Avenue. Shortly after turning, an arm extended from a driver’s side window and the officer observed several muzzle flashes in his direction.

The SUV continued north to a Jack in the Box that is just north of Olive Avenue, along 59th Avenue. At that time Glendale officers observed the vehicle being spotlighted by the air unit and began to assist. The vehicle travelled back south and eventually pulled into the parking lot at 8605 N. 59th Avenue. All occupants exited the vehicle; some attempting to flee. One of those occupants was Doneevon Hawkins, who was seen running towards the victim officer with a handgun in his hand. A handgun was located where Doneevon attempted to hide from officers. Several shell casings were also collected from the roadway where the officer described the shots being fired at.

The officer was not injured during this incident and his vehicle was not struck by any gunfire.

TV Crews Reveal the Dangerous Downside of Covering News

http://www.thewrap.com/tv-crews-reveal-the-dangerous-downside-of-covering-news/

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet 
L- Lorraine Pino Glendale Convention and Visitor Bureau Manager R- Valerie Burner Bears and More - Catlin Court Historic District
At the 2015 CVB Sept luncheon Trauma Teddys were all the talk!

 At the Glendale CVB Lunch Club Meeting, Guest speaker Valerie Burner, owner of Bears & More presented information on the upcoming 11^th Annual Teddy Bear Day in Historic Downtown Glendale September 12. An important part of this event is the collection of new bears (12”-18” in size) for the Glendale Fire Department Trauma Teddy Program. This program places teddy bears on emergency vehicles throughout the area to be used by Firefighters who are aiding children in an emergency situation. Providing a teddy bear to a child in crisis can calm them during a difficult situation. Bears & More and the Glendale CVB will have available for purchase a Fire Department approved Bear for $10 each. The bears is the correct size, washable and meets all safety regulations. All bears purchased will go directly to a Fire vehicle to help that next child in need. 

11th Annual Teddy Bear Day


September 12 - Catlin Court - Glendale


Teddy Bears Make the World a Happier Place! Head to Historic Downtown Glendale and Catlin Court on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. to celebrate National Teddy Bear Day.

Have fun with friends, family and your favorite furry bears as you enjoy a fun-filled day of make-and-take arts and crafts and exclusive deals. Begin at the Glendale Visitor Center and pick up a map and West Valley Information pack (for the first 200 visitors) and take a spin on the prize wheel. Visit boutique stores, specialty shops, and downtown eateries for special offers and discounts. 

Another highlight will be a special appearance by Al the Bear. This loveable, huggable bear will delight the young and young-at-heart! Be sure to bring a camera to get a picture with this beary special guest! Additionally, the Visitor Center will be accepting new teddy bears (12” in size) to benefit the Glendale Fire Department Trauma Teddy Program, the Glendale Crisis Response Team and local children’s charities. 

For additional information, call the Glendale CVB at 623-930-4500 or log on to www.visitglendale.com. 

Inez Levine is gone...

Very sad....
Longtime Downtown Glendale property owner and friend, Inez Levine lost her battle with cancer this past Sunday. Her memorial service will be held:

Thursday, September 3rd at 9:30 a.m.

THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF TELEVISION ARTS & SCIENCES ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF THE 67TH ANNUAL TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING EMMY® AWARDS
http://emmyonline.org/tech_67th_recipients

CATLIN COURT SHOOTING

Last night at approximately 11:30pm, Glendale Police received a call of a shooting in the 5800 block of Myrtle. On arrival, the investigation revealed two black adult male suspects were in the process of robbing two adult victims at gunpoint in the area of 58th Drive and Myrtle when they were interrupted by an adult male passerby. The suspects were standing on the southwest corner and shot toward the passerby, striking the passerby, a 27 year old male.  The suspects then fled on foot with stolen property from the two adult victims including cell phones. No one else was injured during the incident.

The male passerby victim was transported to a local hospital with non life threatening injuries. Officers established a perimeter and searched the area with K9 and Phoenix airship. The suspects were not located. The suspects were described as two adult black males in their 20's, approximately 6 feet tall, think and medium build, wearing white tank tops and dark pants. The scene is clear and the investigation is ongoing. Call PD 623-930-3000 if you hear anything!

A library card is the most important school supply! Did you know that September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month? Studies show that children learn best when they have the opportunity to pursue their own interests. That's why a library card is the most important school supply of all. Glendale's public libraries provide students with access to innovative programs, classes and educational resources to support their curiosity. Best of all, it won't cost you a thing - it's all free with a library card. Open the door to a world of possibilities for the student in your life and sign up for a library card today. For more information, drop by one of our three locations, call 623-930-3530

Gallery Glendale: Showcasing the City of Glendale Municipal Art Collection Begins Sept. 4. The Gallery Glendale has moved to a new location at Westgate (between Crave Waffle Sandwich Creations and Mama Gina's Pizzeria). Please join us at our grand re-opening to celebrate the start of a new season of exhibits, 6 to 9 p.m., Friday, Sept. 4, at Westgate Entertainment District, 9380 W. Westgate Blvd., Suite D-102 (NEW LOCATION)

For more information, call 623-930-3557, email mvahabzadeh@glendaleaz.com or click here. 

Free workshop on grant process on Sept. 9. Glendale’s Community Revitalization office will conduct a grant application orientation and workshop addressing key elements of the 2016-17 funding cycle; including, the process of applying for Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) and Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) program funds. All interested non-profits are invited to attend the workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 1 pm, in Room B-3 (basement level) of Glendale City Hall, 5850 W. Glendale Ave. Glendale employees will be explaining the online application system, “e-C Impact” which is designed to streamline the application process used to apply for grants; grants administration, and the contract and construction phase of awarded projects. The workshop is free, but participants must register by calling the Community Revitalization Division at 623-930- 3670, TDD 623-930-2197, or AZ Relay Service Number 711.

GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT PARTNERS WITH EAGLE SCOUT 
CANDIDATE TO DONATE WATER

Glendale, Ariz. –– 

 Michael Rothamer is a senior at Liberty High School and part time lifeguard at Ironwood High School. He heard
on T.V. that the Glendale Fire Dept. was looking for donations of water over the summer months. He was also looking for a service opportunity for his Eagle Scout Project and knew this could be a worthy cause to support. 
 

After a random call to Fire Administration, he was connected to the Fire Department Resource Management Division. With Boy Scout approval, he set out planning, organization and developing his water drive. His goal was 200 cases to be collected and knew he wanted to involve the surrounding neighborhoods, retail community and his church. 

               Coincidentally, Glendale Fire with Glendale Parks and Recreation were already teamed-up collecting water at local fire stations to support their respite sites located throughout the City. Michael’s donations contributed significantly to the overall effort to get water to those in need.

Approximate donated hours will exceed 150 and he stacked case after case during our recent heatwave with 115 degree weather.

Michael values this experience on many levels. He feels he has made a contribution towards helping out the community and providing some relief to those less fortunate coping with the sweltering summer heat. He has also had the privilege of partnering with the Glendale Fire Department and working with them on this project while understanding the scope of their influence in the community.

The Eagle Scout program has helped him develop and grow in leadership, communication, organization and time management skills to name a few.  It has helped lay a foundation of good work ethics and service that will stay with him well into his future endeavors.

Final count on water collection is:

Neighborhood -     77 cases

Retail stores    -   155 cases

Church            -   126 cases

Total water      -   358 cases

For 37 years the murder of Susan Schmidt went unsolved. Today the Glendale Police Department announces an arrest in its oldest cold case.

 

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – On Wednesday, March 22, 1978, just after 8:30pm, the Glendale Police Department responded to a call of an injured person in a car in the roadway at 55th Avenue, just south of Northern. Both the Glendale Police and Glendale Fire Departments responded to find 21-year old Susan Schmidt, a Glendale resident, slumped in her vehicle after being shot multiple times. Susan was transported to a local hospital where she was later pronounced deceased.

During the initial investigation, investigators learned that Susan had been seen shopping in the Valley West Mall shortly before 8:00pm. Approximately 30 minutes later, a jogger found Susan in her 1976 Toyota Celica. He flagged down another vehicle which drove to a nearby fire station and summoned help. Investigators spoke to several witnesses who indicated that a male subject was seen standing at or near Susan’s car where it had been found in the roadway. Detectives followed up on many leads, but all were ruled out and the case went "cold."

A beautiful and well-liked girl, Susan was a graduate of Glendale High School, worked at the Glendale Youth Center tutoring young adults and a was a college student at both Glendale Community College and Arizona State University.

Detectives and Forensic investigators have continued to work this cold case in hopes of generating new leads. Over the last 37 years this case has been featured in many news formats and several Cold Case Detectives have put effort into solving Susan’s murder. It is the oldest homicide case at the Glendale Police Department. Cold cases are periodically reviewed as new information, tips or leads come to the attention of Detectives.

Last April, a Glendale Police Forensic Technician conducted additional analysis on physical evidence collected from the crime scene and was able to identify 54-year-old Edward Meinhold of Bristol Virginia as a suspect. Cold Case Detective Roger Geisler began conducting countless interviews both locally and in Virginia. He spoke to Edward Meinhold and found that he had lived in Glendale at the time of Susan’s murder and lived a short distance from the crime scene.

Working closely with the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office and after appearing before a Grand Jury, an arrest warrant was obtained against Edward Meinhold for the murder (1st Degree Homicide) of Susan Schmidt in 1978. Detective Geisler travelled back to Virginia and, with assistance from the Bristol Police Department in Virginia, arrested Meinhold on August 21, 2015. Meinhold is awaiting extradition back to Arizona.

Susan's car...

55 ave in 1978

Ed Sharpe   at Glendale Daily Planet adds.... an old relative in 1947?   then the  1978Buckeye Union AZ HS class of 78 -  the alumni pages points to current address in VA

Adult Open House at West-Mec
West-MEC,  Its not just  for Kids!
By Bette Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet

West-MEC (Western Maricopa Education Center) Adult education open house was Saturday, August 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Featured programs included aviation maintenance technology, avionics/electronics, precision manufacturing and welding technology. The Central Campus located at 6997 N. Glen Harbor Blvd. 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 5340.
Lane Grippy and Gil Guillia, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Advisory Council at West-MEC; are standing in front of machines used in precision manufacturing. Courses in this program teach the operation of manual and computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines. Students learn to operate industry-standard machines used to shape metals for aerospace, energy generation and robotics. After successfully completing coursework, the student may test to receive a certificate with the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS). 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 5362.
These planes were donated and cannot fly. However they now help adults and high school students from across the valley learn aviation maintenance. 

Adult aviation maintenance technology provides training in aircraft engine service, repair and overhaul and engine components; including reciprocating engines, turbine engines, propellers, ignition and starting components and electrical, cooling and exhaust systems and fuel metering.

Students (high school and adult) may test for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) General, (A&P) Airframe and Powerplant certification. The tests costs, and those cost vary by location. There are three exams each student will have to pass, written, oral and practical. Tests cost range ranges from $150 to $750, approximately, total tests cost is approximately $1,200.

Time and Costs for adult students
Program of Study Airframe & Powerplant 1948 course hours ($14,170 adult tuition) Program of Study Airframe 1178.50 course hours ($8,591.50 adult tuition)
Program of Study Powerplant 1178.50 course hours ($8,591.50 adult tuition)

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 5360.

Airframe 1178.50 course hours 
• Service, repair and overhaul aircraft components and systems
• Basic electricity, aircraft drawings, math, physics, weight and balance
• Airframe systems such as airframe electrical systems, instrumentation, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, position and warning systems and landing gear systems 
• Communication/navigation, ice/rain and fire protection, sheet metal, welding and aircraft coverings



Powerplant 1178.50 course hours
•Service, repair and overhaul aircraft components and systems 
• Basic electricity, aircraft drawings, math, physics, weight and balance 
• Service, repair and overhaul aircraft components to include reciprocating engines, turbine engines, propellers, ignition and starting components and electrical systems, fuel metering, cooling and exhaust
Source: http://west-mec.org/downloads/adult/Adult_Aviation_Cut%20Sheet.pdf

For more information www.west-mec.org/findyourhappy 
West-MEC Central Campus 6997 N. Glen Harbor Boulevard Glendale, AZ 85307 
Hours 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 623.209.8070
Email: adulted@west-mec.org 

_________________From the Bureau of Labor Statistics _________________________
Source: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/aircraft-and-avionics-equipment-mechanics-and-technicians.htm#tab-5 

Median annual wages, May 2012
Avionics Technicians $55,350
Aircraft & Avionics equipment mechanics and technicians $55, 230
Aircraft mechanics and service technicians $55, 210

Job Prospects

Competition for aircraft and avionics equipment mechanic and technician jobs varies according to the type of job sought. In general, job opportunities will be best for mechanics with an A&P certificate and have knowledge about the most cutting edge technologies and composite materials. Familiarity with computers and digital systems will help provide the best opportunities.

Bachelor’s degree holders typically have an advantage when trying to enter the occupation and may find it easier to advance.

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"The Fountain of Youth"

"This project has artistically revitalized the Contemplation Garden at the park," Glendale’s Arts Coordinator, Mojgan Vahabzadeh said. "The round walled area with a fountain that no longer functioned has been transformed into an artistic planter with mosaic tiles created by the participating teens."

GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT WILD LAND DEPLOYMENTS INCREASE

Glendale, Ariz. –– The Glendale Fire Department has increased its wild land deployment teams to assist with wild fires in the Pacific Northwest and parts Arizona, Idaho and Oregon. Teams stay deployed for up to two weeks and must return to their home department before being redeployed. Some crews are moved from one fire to another during that deployment depending on resources. 

Some Glendale firefighters are trained to fight wild fires and have specialized credentials such as security, logistics, Incident Management Team (IMT), fire suppression and base camp Paramedic. Teams are deployed by the National Interagency Coordination Center in Boise, ID. 

Glendale Fire does have anyone deployed to the fires in WA State. A total of 13 Glendale Firefighters are on assignment to date.

SAHUARO DISTRICT MEETING FOCUSES 
ON PUBLIC TRANSIT STUDY

Councilmember Sherwood Hosts Meeting to Discuss Glendale Transit Corridor Study

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Councilmember Gary Sherwood of the Sahuaro District is hosting his August neighborhood meeting with a forum on the Glendale Transit Corridor Study.

Sherwood will be joined by City of Glendale’s Transit Manager, Matthew Dudley, in addition to representatives from Valley Metro. The meeting will begin with a brief presentation and introductions of the panel on hand to field questions.

“Even though construction for light rail in Glendale doesn’t begin until 2022, the decision that both Phoenix and Glendale city councils have to make at the beginning of next year will have long lasting effects,” Sherwood said. “This decision will affect the future shaping of Glendale Avenue out to the Sports and Entertainment district, as well as the future of our downtown area,” Sherwood continued.

This month’s meeting will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2015 and take place at the Ironwood High School Library, 6051 W. Sweetwater Ave. from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The first part of the meeting will be about the Transit Corridor Study and light rail update, followed by a question and answer opportunity. The second portion of the forum will address any general city and Sahuaro district issues or concerns from residents.

For more information or if you need special accommodations, call 623-930-2249. Reservations are requested, but not necessary.

The Police Foundation Announces the Selection of Four New Executive Fellows  - -  Our Glendale Chief Debora Black is One of them!!!!!! Congrats to our Chief! --- Read on...

Executives Will Enhance the Foundation’s mission of Improving Policing through Innovation and Science 

August 20, 2015 – Washington, DC – The Police Foundation is pleased to announce the selection of four new Executive Fellows, whose experience and expertise will significantly enhance and expand the Foundation’s growing Fellowship Programs. 

With 35 years of policing experience, Chief Debora (Debby) Black brings her expertise in major and mid-sized city policing and her valuable perspective as one of the Nation’s most experienced women executives in policing to the program. More about Chief Black… (see addition to bottom of this release)

With more than 32 years of policing experience, Chief Thomas Engells brings his expertise in campus law enforcement and a unique perspective as a certified law enforcement planner and national accreditation manager to the program. More about Chief Engells…

With 26 years of policing experience, Chief Michael Schirling (Ret.) brings a unique policing and investigative perspective to the program, in addition to his expertise in multijurisdictional approaches and operations and computer forensics. More about Chief Schirling…

With more than 34 years of police experience, Chief Ronal Serpas (Ret.) brings diverse agency and geographic expertise as well as experience as a Loyola University New Orleans professor, where he teaches criminal justice. More about Chief Serpas…

“The Police Foundation is extremely fortunate and pleased to bring these four extraordinarily accomplished police executives into our program,” said Jim Bueermann, president of the Police Foundation. “Each of these exceptional leaders are well-known and well-respected within the policing profession, and each brings an exciting and relevant personal perspective to the Police Foundation, as we focus on our mission of improving policing through innovation and science.”

Police Foundation Executive Fellows serve as members of the President’s Practitioner Advisory Board to ensure that the Foundation is grounded in a comprehensive understanding of the practical side of policing. Fellows may serve as the Foundation’s regional representatives, work on specific projects and represent the Foundation in meetings and conferences. The Foundation currently has 29 Executive Fellows providing their leadership and public service experience to the Police Foundation’s efforts.

About The Police Foundation

The non-profit Police Foundation is an independent and non-partisan organization that has been advancing policing through innovation and science for 45 years. For more information on the Foundation’s efforts, please visit www.policefoundation.org.

Chief Debora (“Debby”) Black
Police Foundation About Us Chief Debora (“Debby”) Black

Police Chief Debora (Debby) Black joined the Glendale Police Department in December of 2006 in the role of Assistant Chief. In that role, she led the Patrol and Support Bureaus, which included overseeing Neighborhood Patrol Services, Training, Personnel Management, Professional Standards, Public Information, Technical Services, and Criminal Investigations. She was promoted to Executive Assistant Police Chief in 2009, served as Interim Police Chief beginning in March of 2012 and was named Police Chief in May of 2013.

Under Chief Black’s leadership, the Glendale Police Department has been committed to serving victims, recognized by the IACP’s Excellence in Victim Services Award in 2014. The Glendale Police Department has also routinely been in the national spotlight as host of major national sporting events, including the Fiesta Bowl, Super Bowl XLII, Super Bowl XLIX, the 2015 Pro Bowl, and the upcoming 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship game.

Prior to joining the Glendale Police Department, Chief Black worked for the Phoenix Police Department. She began her career in 1980 as a patrol officer and worked her way through the ranks ultimately being promoted to Assistant Police Chief in 2000. During her career, Chief Black was awarded the Medal of Valor, three Medals of Lifesaving and two Police Chief’s Unit Awards.

Chief Black is the President of the West Valley Chiefs Association, President of the Board of Directors for the New Life Center, a shelter and service provider for victims of domestic violence, and serves on the EMPACT- Suicide Prevention Center Board of Directors. She also chaired the Governance Sub Committee with the City of Glendale Diversity Committee and in 2008, was recognized by the YWCA Tribute to Women as the Public Service Leader of the Year.

Chief Black earned a Master of Public Administration and Bachelor of Science from Arizona State University. She attended the Harvard University Kennedy School of Government Senior Executives in State and Local Government and has earned a Certificate in Legal Studies at Phoenix College. Chief Black is married and has a daughter.

OCOTILLO DISTRICT MEETING FOCUSES ON PUBLIC TRANSIT STUDY

Councilmember Aldama Hosts Meeting to Discuss Potential Transit Plans for Glendale

     GLENDALE, Ariz. – Councilmember Jamie Aldama is hosting a meeting for residents of the Ocotillo District at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17 in the gymnasium at Isaac Imes Elementary School, 6625 N. 56^th Ave.

            Representatives from Valley Metro and Glendale city staff will present the latest information on the West Phoenix/Central Glendale Transit Corridor Study. This study identifies potential light rail or bus rapid transit corridor locations that will connect downtown Glendale to the existing light rail system.  Residents are invited to learn more about the project, ask questions, and share their feedback.

The Ocotillo District is located in the south/central part of Glendale and includes the downtown area. Visit www.glendaleaz.com/CityCouncil/districtmap.cfm for district boundaries.

For more information or if you need special accommodations, call 623-930-2249.  Reservations are requested, but not necessary.

Dr. Manning wants parents to prepare their children for this!

Every day, an estimated 36,000 children miss school due to their asthma. Dr. Manning says there are many things parents can be doing when preparing for the school year ahead and to help ensure their child’s asthma remains controlled. One website (www.GetSmartAboutAsthma.com) not only offers in-depth information on how to manage asthma but also links to a downloadable Asthma Action Plan that parents/caregivers can complete and share with their child’s school before the start of the year.

GLENDALE, AZ NAMED TO EXPEDIA’S LIST OF

101 MOST COMFORTABLE CITIES

Glendale’s Hospitality Ranked Best in State by Visitors

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The city of Glendale has been named by Expedia as one of the nation’s top 101 most comfortable cities, based on customer hotel reviews on the website. Glendale was number 75 on the list; the only other Arizona city featured was Sedona at number 100.

More than 600,000 guest reviews were analyzed to determine the top cities for comfort across the U.S. These real life opinions on hospitable accommodations routinely influence travelers’ decisions when looking for new places to visit.

From the Viewfinder Travel Blog on Expedia.com: “We pulled 2014 data from millions of verified Expedia user reviews, and determined the top 101 U.S. cities with the highest hotel comfort ratings. These reviews covered everything from the most comfortable hotel beds to the coziest amenities. The top score for the best cities was 4.6 out of 5, with the last city on the list ranking a score of 4.2.”

Stylish and spacious rooms accommodations are offered in Glendale. The city boasts approximately 1,500 rooms, with more than 8,000 hotel rooms within a 15-mile radius, ranging from four- and five-star luxury properties to modest and boutique-style accommodations. West Valley accommodations are conveniently located within easy access to must-see attractions and premiere travel destinations, including Historic Downtown Glendale, Arrowhead Towne Center, the Sports & Entertainment District, which features Tanger Outlets Westgate and the Westgate Entertainment District.

“2015 is shaping up to be a banner year for Glendale, with record-breaking hotel occupancy during Super Bowl and Spring Training and we are currently trending with a 5 percent increase from last year,” stated Lorraine Pino, Glendale CVB Manager. “To keep this momentum going, the Glendale CVB through our partnership with Glendale hotels have formed a Hotel and Venue Advisory Committee made up of Glendale hotels and the large scale venues who now meet regularly to discuss upcoming events, cooperative opportunities and continuing to build our brand awareness and commitment to providing the utmost in customer service to welcome our visitors and guests.”

To read the blog, visit https://viewfinder.expedia.com/features/101-most-comfortable-cities-for-travelers.

LIBRARIES EXPANDS ONLINE SERVICE WITH NEW PARTNERSHIP

Thousands of New Titles Available Via Mobile Phone and Online Through Hoopla Digital

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Glendale Public Library announced availability of thousands of movies, television shows, music albums, eBooks, audiobooks and comics via mobile and online access through a new partnership with Hoopla Digital (hoopladigital.com).

     Glendale library card holders can now download the free Hoopla Digital mobile app on their Android or IOS device or by visiting hoopladigital.com. Available content includes thousands of titles – from major Hollywood studios, record companies and publishers – available to borrow 24/7, for instant streaming or temporary downloading to smartphones, tablets and computers. 

     “The library is excited to add Hoopla Digital services to our growing electronic resource offerings for our patrons.  The selection is varied and downloading is quick,” said Glendale’s Chief Librarian, Michael Beck.

      “With Hoopla Digital, our patrons can enjoy dynamic content from the library on-the-go,” said Kathy Curley, Administrative Librarian for Collection Development. “Being digital, there is no waiting period for popular titles and Hoopla’s automatic return means no late fees.”

     Hoopla Digital is a service of Midwest Tape, a trusted partner to public libraries for more than 25 years.

By Bette Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet

Myrtle Ave/Palmaire Ave and 55th (Red) 0 Green/Yes 24 Red/No

By Bette Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 5032.
An unidentified dog is actually helping to help other dogs at the Sun Valley Animal Shelter in Glendale while getting cleaned up. This is the second year that Hot Dogs and Cool Cats Grooming provided a dog washing service at the Dog Days of Summer event in Glendale. The washed on the same corner this year as last on the corner of Glenn and 58th Ave.

The morning of August 1 it was very warm and very humid. Nevertheless, the events for dogs and dog lovers carried on during the 6th annual Dog Days of Summer event in Murphy Park. This was the second year Terry Welty, from Hot Dogs and Cool Cats pet services, washed dogs and donated the proceeds from her efforts to help the dogs and cats at the West Valley Animal Shelter, 7150 N. 110 Avenue, in Glendale. Sun Valley is a no-kill shelter that offers loving, compassionate care to homeless dogs and cats of the northwest valley.

Linda Moran-Whittley, dog owner, was this year’s chairwoman. She is also responsible for imitating the event and for its continued growth and success. Originally 50 plus dogs and their owners attended in 2010. Now the event hosts hundreds of canines with their owners attending having fun; even having a Frosty Paw, ice cream for dogs. For many, this is an annual summer event. New in 2015 was the Glendale “Paw-sker” Awards presented in the doggy talent show. Awards were given in each category, Best Trick, Best Kisser, Best Hair, and the Wildest Tail Wagger. Visitors who attend the yearly event say they remember the people and the dogs from the year or years before. Dogs and people are both social animals and it is good to get out once in a while and take a walk around the park and mix it up a little.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.5262.
Proceeds from the raffle and dog wash at this year’s Dog Days of Summer event were presented to the West Valley Animal Shelter on Wednesday, August 12, 2015. Terry Welty, Hot Dogs and Cool Cats, Kurt Oleson with Mary, Volunteer and Special Events Coordinator, Sun Valley Animal Shelter, Linda Moran-Whittley holding Cooper, Papa Ed’s Ice Cream, Vanessa Linares, Shelter Director and Cassie Nickeson, shelter office manager. Director Linares is holding a puppy that was dropped off at the shelter during the presentation. The little guy will have to wait a couple of weeks before he gets a name. If he gets good report from the veterinarian, he could be up for adoption in a few weeks.

The cost to get the puppy ready for adoption is between $125 and $150. The total amount presented to the shelter on Wednesday was $336. Terry Welty said, “It was hard work, but rewarding.” Papa Ed’s Ice Cream and the Glendale Convention and Visitors Bureau are among the events principal sponsors.

Also during the presentation a cat and a dog were getting ready to go home with their new families. It was a happy experience to the see animals going home with their families, but it was bitter sweet to see the puppy come into the shelter. The person who dropped him off did the right thing. SVAS unfortunately cannot accept all the cats and dogs that come through its doors. The person who brought in the cutie was asked some questions and the puppy was given an on-the-spot visual examination and seemed to be healthy enough to have a chance of finding a caring family. 

Sun Valley Hope Animal Hospital is located at the shelter and offers a low cost, full service animal hospital open to the public and rescue community.
Sun Valley Hope Animal Hospital
7150 N. 110th Avenue
Glendale, Arizona 85307
623-512-4673
Monday – Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday – Saturday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

For more specific information or to make a donation, please call 623-872-7941 or visit www.sunvalleypets.org. They rely on generous donations. Listed below is the wish list.

Hot Dogs and Cool Cats Pet Services
3322 West Bell Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85053
602-298-0852

SVAS wish list items-lend a paw if you can!

Below is a list of SVAS needed items, please help us help the animals! Items that they go through the most often is canned food, both dog and cat. Soon this list will be updated.

Bleach
Breakaway Collars for Cats & Kittens
Cat Condos and Trees
Cat Litter (non-scoopable)
Cat Litter Pans with Lids
Cat Scratching Posts & Toys
Ceramic Bowls
Copy Paper
Dish Soap
Distilled Water
Dog Toys – Kongs, Squeaky, Rope Toys
Dryer Sheets
Friskies or Nine Lives canned cat food
Gallon and Snack Size Ziplock Bags
General Office Supplies
Hand Soap
Industrial Mop Buckets
Industrial Water Hoses
Kirkland, Iams, and Pedigree wet canned food
Laundry Detergent
Outside Benches for Sitting
Puppy Housebreaking Pads
Science Diet Cat and Kitten Food
Science Diet Dog and Puppy Food
Scoops for Litter
Sheepskin Beds (All sizes)
Shelves
Stamps
Surgical Gloves
Tissues

Photo by Ed Sharpe : Glendale Chamber members, Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers, Cindy Clark of RE/MAX Professionals, Jeff Blake of The Blake Group and Jack Nylund of Apple/Daisy Companies took part in a shopping spree this morning to see who could rack up the highest amount of member savings at Office Max/Office Depot! Each participant was able to purchase 10 items and together they saved over $560! The winner being Mayor Weiers, saving a total of $178.08. If you want to save your business money take advantage of your Chamber benefits by shopping at Office Max/Office Depot for your office supplies!

 

A special edition of Business Over Breakfast, with Glendale Chamber of Commerce highlighted their Member Benefits Program with
Office Depot/Office Max. This exclusive members only benefit saved members up to 60% on office supplies. Chamber members can now receive the same great discounts they've been getting online, in stores!

We all indulged in pastries and coffee and did some shopping too. Everyone who attended received a free store purchasing card as well as be entered to win a number of great raffle prizes! (I won the makeover and photo session which I promptly gave Bette but  we are consider having a shot  with BOTH of us in it  <and maybe a  a few cameras !>! <grin>

Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

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COYOTES AND ASU ANNOUNCE THAT SUN DEVILS HOCKEY WILL PLAY FOUR GAMES AT GILA RIVER ARENA IN 2015-16   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, August 5, 2015   GLENDALE, ARIZONA --- The Arizona Coyotes and Sun Devil Athletics announced today that four (4) Sun Devil hockey games and two (2) additional NCAA games will be played at Gila River Arena in 2015-16.   "We are proud to be hosting a couple of ASU's marquee matchups and a first of its kind NCAA D-1 hockey tournament in the Southwestern United States," said Coyotes Co-Owner, President and CEO Anthony LeBlanc. "Gila River Arena is one of the best hockey venues in the entire NHL and we are excited to have the Sun Devils play in our home. The Sun Devils will have an enormous positive impact on the growth of hockey in Arizona. We look forward to a long and great partnership with ASU."   "The Phoenix community has embraced Sun Devil Hockey with open arms and the Arizona Coyotes are great ambassadors for the sport of ice hockey in the Valley," said Ray Anderson, Vice President for University Athletics and Athletic Director at Arizona State University. "The partnership between Sun Devil Athletics and the Arizona Coyotes gives our student-athletes the experience of competing in a top-tier NHL facility in Gila River Arena, and the partnership also provides immense exposure for the growth and development for the sport of hockey at all levels in Arizona and on the west coast."   The Sun Devils will host the Arizona Wildcats at Gila River Arena on Saturday, October 3 at 7 p.m. ASU will also host a four-team tournament, the Desert Hockey Classic, with UConn, Yale and Michigan Tech with two games being played on Friday, January 8 and two games being played on Sunday, January 10. Additionally, ASU will host the U.S. National 18-U team at Gila River Arena on Sunday, February 28. The complete schedule is listed below.   2015-16 Sun Devil Hockey Schedule at Gila River Arena Opponents                                                         Date                                      Time ASU vs. Arizona (ACHA)                                Saturday, October 3              7 p.m.   Desert Hockey Classic UConn vs Michigan Tech                                Friday, January 8                    5 p.m. ASU vs. Yale                                                    Friday, January 8                   8 p.m. Consolation Game                                           Sunday, January 10                12 p.m. Tournament Final                                             Sunday, January 10                3 p.m.   ASU vs. U.S. National 18-U Team              Sunday, February 28       3 p.m.   ASU announced last November that Sun Devil Athletics will add ice hockey as its 23rd NCAA Division I sport starting for the 2015-16 season. Sun Devil hockey will compete at the NCAA D1 level immediately playing 25 games against NCAA D1 opponents.   Arizona State is the first school from a power-five conference to make the move to the NCAA level since Penn State joined the NCAA in 2012 (the Big Ten didn't officially sponsor hockey until 2013) and one of a handful of schools that supports NCAA D1 ice hockey west of the Mississippi River.   ASU elevated head coach Greg Powers to the NCAA level in the same position. He is in his eighth year overall as a member of the Sun Devil Hockey coaching staff. Powers led the ACHA program to a national title in 2013-14 and has a 164-27-9 record all-time as head coach. Powers is a former ASU goaltender, and is a member of the ASU Hockey Hall of Fame.   Fans interested in ticket information for Sun Devil Hockey games played at Gila River Arena should call 480-563-PUCK (7825) or visit ArizonaCoyotes.com.

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GLENDALE NAMES NEW AIRPORT ADMINISTRATOR
Aviation industry veteran joins Glendale team

 

 

            GLENDALE, Ariz. – The city of Glendale has hired Kenn Potts as the new airport administrator for the Glendale Municipal Airport. Glendale’s current airport administrator, Walt Fix, A.A.E., will retire on Aug. 3. Potts began with the city on July 27, and Fix will stay on as a contract employee for several months to assist with the transition.

Potts has spent nearly nine years with the Arizona Department of Transportation, in the Multi Modal Division’s Aeronautics Group, and his career of more than 25 years includes managing airports in Michigan, Vermont, and North Carolina. A Glendale resident, he holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Western Michigan University, his pilot’s license and is a member of the American Association of Airport Executives.

“Kenn will be a great addition to our Public Works team,” said Jack Friedline, Public Works Director. “His experience in airport management and his team approach to working with our airport partners and customers will benefit the city of Glendale in many ways.”

Located just five miles west of downtown Glendale, five miles east of Luke Air Force Base, and 30 minutes northwest of downtown Phoenix, Glendale’s 477-acre modern airport features a beautifully designed two-story, 18,000 square-foot terminal, a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Contract control tower, a full-service restaurant and complete airport services for general aviation and corporate jet traffic.

 

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Tanger Outlets Westgate Celebrates Back-To-School With People Stylewatch Style Studio. In celebration of the back-to-school season, Tanger Outlets Westgate will host an interactive on-site experience for shoppers with the People StyleWatch Studio Tour. Tanger Outlets Westgate is one of nine Tanger centers where this exclusive summer event will be taking place. Throughout the two-day event, guests will have the opportunity to meet with a People StyleWatch Fashion Expert to receive style advice, trend updates and shopping tips, along with the chance to view the season’s latest and greatest fashions that can be found at the Center. Tanger Outlets Westgate will be providing 250 goodie bag each day of the event and showcasing this season’s styles with freeze models throughout the weekend. This special event will be held on Saturday, August 8 & Sunday, August 9; 11am-5pm each day. Tanger Outlets Westgate is located at 6800 N. 95^th Ave. in Glendale’s Sports and Entertainment District. Info: Contact Jessica Reeves, General Manager, 480-257-8376, jessica.reeves@tangeroutlets.com

Aspiring songwriters or seasoned vets can take advantage of the Songwriting Support events at the Glendale Main Library, 5959 W. Brown St.

  

·         Second Sunday Songwriters Consortium  

1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 9  

Organized by Steve Decker, this group offers lively interaction, mutual inspiration, and constructive ideas in a spirit of respect and friendship. They share new songs in progress, offer camaraderie and support, and challenge each other to greater creativity and expression. Audience welcome.  

 

·         Songs in Progress Workshop
6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 11
Meet one-on-one with Arizona Songwriters Association member Gavan Wieser to get constructive feedback on your song, finished or not, before you go into the studio! Perform it live or bring a CD or work tape. This is a free opportunity with a laid-back atmosphere.

 

Info: www.glendaleaz.com/library or 623-930-3573.

 

Not sure exactly what exercise class will work for you? Try one on for size. Check out the ongoing drop-in exercise classes at the Glendale Adult Center for just $5 per class session. Choices include Zumba, T'ai Chi & Yoga, and are adapted for older adults. Get more info by calling 623-930-2820 or visit http://www.glendaleaz.com/adultcenter/exercisefitness.cfm.

 

 

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6TH ANNUAL DOG DAYS OF SUMMER FESTIVITIES - A DOGONE GREAT TIME!

By Bette and Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet

 

Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet no. 5019.

Cheryle Corn, owner of Everything Leather, Janet Boberg - Community Services Division Manager/Glendale Fire Dept and Linda Moran-Wittley, owner of Papa Ed's Ice Cream holding the check that was presented to the City of Glendale Crisis Response Team for $677 at this year’s Dog Days of Summer event held in Murphy Park on Saturday, August 1, 2015. Donation was by Linda Moran-Wittley, owner of Papa Ed's Ice Cream to the City of Glendale Crisis Response Team, which is part of the Glendale Fire Department.

Linda Moran- Wittley stated "Papa Ed's opened in 2008 and has donated our tip jar to the Glendale Fire Dept's Crisis Response Team. We appreciate what this volunteer group does for our community and proud to support them." The now empty jar will be back on the counter at Papa Ed’s collecting tips for next summer’s Dog Days event.

The prime charity recipient of the even was the Sun Valley Animal Shelter. Donations of food and pet supplies were collected on Saturday during the event.

It was a dog’s day. There were pets looking to adopt a family. Information about becoming a volunteer at the shelter was available. For more information visit: the Sun Valley Animal Shelter on the web at:  http://www.sunvalleypets.org/

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 5074.

The man in the protective suit is Staff Sergeant, Scott Otis, Military Working Dog Trainer. Saturday was his last day in service and will attending college soon. When the man in black came into view, all or nearly all of the dogs who saw him went into defense mode, and started barking. To Glendale K9 Officer Spike this is just more tough play. Spike is working with Officer Anderson. One reason the Belgian Malinois make good K9 Officers is due in part to their "strong toy drive", Officer Ochoa said during the demonstration. These breed of dog will do all most anything for a toy.

 

 

 

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 5059.

The man in the protective suit is Staff Sergeant, Scott Otis, Military Working Dog Trainer. Saturday was his last day in service and will attending college soon. When the man in black came into view, all or nearly all of the dogs who saw him went into defense mode, and started barking. To Glendale K9 Officer Spike this is just more tough play. Spike is working with Officer Anderson. One reason the Belgian Malinois make good K9 Officers is due in part to their "strong toy drive", Officer Ochoa said during the demonstration. These breed of dog will do all most anything for a toy.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 5030.

Tiberius, a Chow Chow, found a toy at the Dog Days of Summer morning event on Saturday, August 1. Tiberius also has a strong toy drive.

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 5115.

Harry is the one with the Mohawk. He is with Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers at the Dog Days of Summer event held in Murphy Park this past Saturday.

 

 

Drum roll please. Winners of the 2015 Paw-sker Awards. 
Owner and/or handler’s name is in parentheses.

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 5149.

Bella did her stuff and took home a trophy.

 

 

Best trick

1 Bella (Margaret Lieu)

2 Roxy (Joe and Pat Perez)

3 Raven (Michelle no last name provided)

Best Hair

1 Jack (Bryan & Mary Cruz Freitag)

2 Guiness (Dawn Arkfeld)

3 Faith (Ruben & Jennifer Florez)

Best Kisser

1. Lucca (Haly Livingston)

2. Tinkerbelle (Brooklyn)

3. Boo Boo (Linda Dougherty)

Wildest Waggin' Tail

1. Jasper (Carol Chandler)

2. Jack (Byran & Mary Cruz Freitag)

3. Biggie (did not provide name)

 

 

Lorraine Pino, Manager, Glendale CVB related some statistics   to us, "The 6th Annual Dog Days of Summer Event was a fantastic day in Downtown Glendale. More than 1,000 attendees enjoyed a morning dedicated to dogs including pet wellness, gift items, low cost immunizations and the debut of the Pawskers which gave awards to the best pets in several categories. This annual event showcases the wonderful shops and restaurants in Downtown Glendale and provides needed donations and supplies to the Sun Valley Animal Shelter. The Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau is thrilled to partner with event chairperson, Linda Moran-Wittley, owner of 'Papa Ed's Ice Cream' and Cheryle Corn, owner of 'Everything Leather'. Plans are already underway for the 2016 event!" 

 

From Councilmember Sherwood,

"This, the sixth annual event seemed to be a bit busier than years past, even though attracting a crowd on a muggy August morning would seem fruitless. I give the Caitlin Court and Downtown merchants much credit in building this event up over its short history. Councilmember Aldama and I held two of the 38 [record number] of booths and talked to a lot of folks that visited from outside of Glendale. Some of who we conversed with came from Fountain Hills, Chandler, Phoenix, Peoria, and Surprise and not all of them brought their four legged companions. Why? They don’t like the crowds."

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Exhibitor Information

2 SHARE GIFTS 2 SHARE FOUNDATION

               Assist not-for-profit organizations, raising monies for K-9 vest programs.

AFC PHYSICAL MEDICINE & CHIROPRACTIC

               Members of Foundation for Wellness Prof. Complimentary chair massages.

ALL ABOUT ANIMALS RESCUE

               Information about local rescue/foster group. T-shirts available for sale.

BEAUDACIOUS BUBBLES

               Canine shampoo and spritz.

BETTER STATE CREW I STATE FARM

               Information and interactive group with (2) caricature artists.

BITZ-EE MAMA'S RESTAURANT

               Provided free bottled water.

BLUE LINE FOUNDATION

               501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing assistance to police

K9 handlers and their families.

BRELBY THEATRE COMPANY

               Have a photo taken with your four-legged friend & go home with a picture printed on 

site.

CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE

               Information on providing fully trained service dogs to those who need them.

CITY OF GLENDALE VISITOR CENTER SPONSOR

               Grab bags, event information, and purchase raffle tickets to benefit Sun Valley

Animal Shelter.

CITY OF GLENDALE COUNCILMEMBER, Jamie Aldama - City district information booth.

CITY OF GLENDALE COUNCILMEMBER, Gary Sherwood - City district information booth.

CITY OF GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT

               Keep a look out for "Topaz" the Glendale Fire Dept. dog who will be walking in the park 

saying "Hi"

CITY OF GLENDALE P.D. K9 UNIT

               Handlers & K9's Training demonstration

CITY OF GLENDALE WATER SERVICES DEPARTMENT

               Information on storm water pollution prevention Free Frisbees, and pet waste bag holders.

DR. BUCK'S WILD WESTERN FESTIVAL 

              Information on their 10th Annual Wild West Show at 

Sahuaro Ranch Park in October.

DR. KIT'S MOBILE VET UNIT

               On-site low cost immunizations & micro-chipping.

DYNAMIC GRAPHIX 

               First responder pet stickers for your home and T-shirts available.

FOUR DOGS BAKERY

               Gluten and grain free all natural gourmet dog treats.

FUN FACE CANVAS BY IRENE

               Face painting

FURSHIRE SOCIAL CLUB FOR DOGS & CATS

Information on boarding, grooming, playgroups, daycare, transportation, pool play, and more.

FOR TAILS ONLY

               Pet treats & products.

HOT DOGS & COOL CATS ALL BREED GROOMING 

               SPONSOR of "Doggy Wash" on NW corner of 58th Ave. & Glenn benefiting Sun Valley Animal Shelter.

LEO VETERINARY CARE –

             Information on veterinary house call practice, acupuncture, Chinese

 herbs, and integrative medicine in dogs, cats, & exotic animals.

LUKE AIR FORCE MILITARY WORKING DOG UNIT

               Meet handlers & working dogs from their unit.

LUKE AIR FORCE BASE RECYCLING DIVISION

               Information on their recycling program.

MARICOPA COUNTY ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL

               Mobile van unit with dogs for adoption.

MARICOPA COUNTY SHERIFF'S MASH UNIT

               Dogs for adoption.

MARTY'S FINE ARTS

               Painting display by artist Marty Wolfe.

MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY COMPANION ANIMAL CLINIC 

   Information on affordable high-quality services primary & specialty care for small animals.

PAPA ED'S ICE CREAM 

               SPONSOR  Free Frosty Paw frozen treats for dogs - to the first 300 dogs.

PHOENIX GUIDE DOG RAISERS

               501 (c)(3) raising guide dog puppies to provide greater independence for the visually 

impaired.

POOP NINJA SPONSOR 

               Providing on-site pet waste receptacles for event. Info. about their pets waste removal 

& complete lawn services for home.

REAL DOGS DON'T WHISPER

               Paperback book about second chances & miracles for 4 rescue dogs who were about 

to be given up on.

REPUBLIC SERVICES 

               SPONSOR - Provided waste receptacles for event.(Not on site for event).

STAYBRIDGE SUITES GLENDALE AZ.

               SPONSOR - Provided supplies for doggy wash. On-Site with information about their 

dog friendly, spacious full kitchen hotel. 

SUN VALLEY ANIMAL SHELTER-EVENT CHARITY 

               Receiving food & pet supply donations for shelter. Dogs for adoption. Information about 

               volunteering at shelter.

THE STOCK SHOP

               Pet food & treats & information about products available in their shop.

THE TALENTED TORTOISE 

               Dog collars, home decor, dog blankets & more.

U.S. ARMY RECRUITING CENTER

               Recruiting information.

XL HEALTH CLUB

               Information available their health club & personal training.

YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS 

               Information about their natural products and education on healthy choices for your pets.

 

 

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GCWG Update: What makes the most sense for Glendale and what is their priority?

By Bette Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet 

Two levels of technical analysis are finished and Valley Metro is currently conducting the final level of study on two types of transit (light rail and bus rapid transit), and three route alternatives; Glendale Ave. Camelback Rd./43rd Ave., and Camelback Rd./Grand Ave./51st Ave.
The Glendale Community Working Group (GCWG) is focusing only on the six preliminary route alternatives; Lamar Rd. and 55th Dr., Glendale Ave., Glenn Dr./Palmaire Ave., and 55th Ave., Palmaire Ave., and 55th Ave., Myrtle Ave./Palmaire Ave., and 51st Ave., and Glenn Dr./Palmaire Ave. and 51st Ave.

GCWG is approaching the end of the education portion of their estimated eight week commitment and will soon move onto the evaluation of the proposed routes. To make a viable evaluation, some criteria need to be established.

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4763.
Jen Pyne’s presentation at the third meeting of the Downtown Glendale Community Working Group Meeting was on the Federal
 process and evaluation criteria.

The project will be funded through multiple sources; regional taxes throughout Maricopa County, local sales taxes in both Phoenix and Glendale. About half of the funding would be coming from federal funds. For those funds to be granted, the project must meet certain criteria with at least a Medium score. In addition, the host city must also receive a score of Medium from the project’s evaluation. This project would be in competition with other national projects.

The federal half is divided into six equal parts: cost-effectiveness, existing land use, modality, economic development effects, relief of traffic congestion and environmental benefits. As part of review process, the cities involved will be looked at to see how committed they are to the continued support of the transit system with funds and planning. An aspect of planning is how will the city involved plans to increase ridership-more housing more businesses. Currently the existing light rail recovers 47 percent of its cost out of its fare box.

What criteria should be used in picking the route(s) through the downtown or Catlin Court areas? The purposed transit project should allow for accessibility to neighborhoods and businesses with walkable areas; be compatible with existing buildings and the future vision of the downtown area (Envision Glendale 2040). The scale of the proposed transit infrastructures on the various route options needs to be revealed. Certainly, the right-of-way requirements for this and how the historic property (if any) would be impacted in a large project need to the thought through.

The Westgate Entertainment District seems to be a natural destination for the light rail (or bus rapid transportation). A key element in the alternative route is the future extension of the transit system across (probably over) the BNSF tracks and Grand Avenues. Where this crossing is located could be the starting point for the light rail’s journey farther west.

The possibilities for the economic development of vacant properties along Glendale Avenue seem to be a given. A new transit system has the ability to stimulate new housing, infill development and revitalize the downtown. But there will be some negatives as well, hopefully with minimal adverse community impacts. 

Young people, who will be using the system in 2026 when it is ready for ridership, should ask their questions and express their concerns and wants now. 
If your group would like a presentation on the downtown/Catlin Court proposed routes, contact Megan Casey, Community Outreach Coordinator, 60495.8274or on the web at http://www.valleymetro.org/projects_and_planning/project_detail/west_phoenix_central_glendale/

 

 

 

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Watch TV along with Ed - 

On PBS this is AZ check your local schedule.
JFK & LBJ: A Time for Greatness Tuesday, August 4 at 8 p.m.
Examine President Kennedy's support for civil rights, and see how President Johnson set out to honor Kennedy's memory by championing two of the most important laws Congress ever passed, the 1964 Civil Rights Act and the 1965 Voting Rights Act.

Starlight Ballroom Saturday, August 8 at 6 p.m.
Celebrate the golden era of swing with this glorious look at the orchestras, bandleaders and singers who ruled the radio and dance halls, including Perry Como, Doris Day, Benny Goodman, Peggy Lee, the Mills Brothers and more.

‘60s and ‘70s Slow Songs Saturday, August 8 at 9:30 p.m. Relive memorable nights of slow dancing and romancing to favorite love songs, featuring unforgettable classics from Andy Williams, Dusty Springfield, the 5th Dimension, Engelbert Humperdinck, Anne Murray, Louis Armstrong, Tony Bennett and more.

Preview http://video.azpbs.org/video/2365532177/

 

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Behind the Badge Photographic art display unveiled

By Bette Sharpe – Glendale Daily Planet

Glendale successfully hosted the 2015 Super Bowl, and with that responsibility came several critical missions. A Public Art grant allowed photographic artist, Roni Ziemba of Ziemba Photographic Arts, to capture public safety personnel in the line of duty.

The idea for the art piece started when Police Chief Deborah Black saw Ziemba’s work at a conference. An Idea “sparked”. Chief Black and Roni Ziemba worked together to make this installation happen.

Photographic art from Ziemba’s collection, “Excellence in Public Safety – the Art of First Response in Glendale, AZ”, will be permanently displayed at the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center, 11550 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale AZ 85307.

“It is a great honor to create modern visual art of the men and women who risk their lives each day to protect and serve our Arizona communities,” Ziemba said.  “I am humbled by the sacrifice these heroes, and their families, make each day they pin on their badges.”

A compilation of her work featuring Glendale Police and Fire is available in her book, “Excellence in Public Safety – The Art of First Response in Glendale, AZ”. Book is available through the artists.

“These are our men and women,” said Roni Ziemba. The images are not generic or canned, but are images of actual Glendale Police and Fire men and women.

There are no frames around the images, so there are no boundaries to what is happening in each image. The images are a combination of Kodak metallic paper and plexiglass.

“I have been doing public safety in this style for about 5 years now. And it has really taken off now.” Ziemba described the works in the Glendale as “extremely modern and bold.” Ziemba has143 pieces in public spaces in Arizona.

“What is thrilling for me seeing the are permanently displayed here at GRPSTC is that it gives me a change to know that I am forever saying that you to the men and women in Glendale Police Department and Fire Department the work they do every day keeping our community safe. So that to me is extremely important and very moving.”

The photographic images fit the space and the building they are now housed in. They are a way, according to Ziemba, of “saying thank you.”

Artists’ information:

Ziemba Photographic, Roni Ziemba, 520.820.412

roni@ziembaphoto.com

www.ziembaphoto.com

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4992.

Glendale Police Chief Deborah Black saw Roni Ziemba’s work at a conference she attended, and that experience was the start to getting the beautiful images
 that are in the background. The seven images are actual members of the Glendale Police and Fire Departments doing their respective jobs. This year held 
“super challenges” for Glendale’s public safety services, due to three really big football games, one of which was Super Bowl XLIX.

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4983.

Glendale Arts Commissioner, Goodyear Deputy Fire Chief, Tom Cole, Glendale Arts Commission Vice Chairperson, Jessica Koory,
 Glendale Arts Commission Chairperson, Carol Ladd, Glendale Fire Deputy Chief Chuck Montgomery at the unveiling of the
 permanent display of seven panels by photographic artist Roni Ziemba on Tuesday, July 28, 2015. The work was possible with
 a Public Arts grant.

 

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Make sure your kids GRASP fun and activities in an after-school program! Summer is winding down and parents are getting ready to send their kids back to school. G.R.A.S.P. (Glendale Recreation After School Program) is a licensed recreation program which provides a variety of activities for children ages 5 to 13, such as arts and crafts, recreation activities, guest speakers and much more. The programs are regulated by the Arizona Department of Health Services and can accept DES qualifying families. The program provides enrichment opportunities for children to explore new and fun experiences in a supervised environment.  Caring, adult staff members offer educational activities, snacks, group games and homework time. The program is available at Desert Mirage and Sahuaro Ranch elementary schools.   Info:  www.glendaleaz.com/ParksandRecreation/AfterSchoolPrograms.cfm or 623-930-2820.

 

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Don’t let the Dog Days of Summer get you down! It will be a dog-gone good time in downtown Glendale Aug. 1. The Dog Days of Summer is the city’s annual canine celebration that will offer a fun-filled morning for you and your best furry friend! Some of the paw-some activities will include:

• FREE Frosty Paw Frozen Dog Treats for the 1st 300 dogs
• Watering Stations & Cool Pool Stops
• Pet Massages, Pet Gifts & Accessories
• Raffles and Prizes
• Pet Gifts & Accessories
• Dog Wash
• Educational Seminars
• Photo Booth
• Pratt’s Pets
• Community K-9 Groups
• FREE Savings Packs to the 1st 200 visitors
• Mobile Vaccinations and microchips for dogs (and cats!) from Dr. Kit's Mobile Vet

The Glendale Visitor Center is collecting items for Sun Valley Animal Shelter Pet Adoption & Supply Drive. To view their donation wish list, visit: www.sunvalleypets.org/shelter-wish-list/.

 

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GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT HELPS KIDS GET BACK TO SCHOOL WITH SUPPLIES

 

Glendale, Ariz. ––Glendale, AZ- Glendale Firefighters are kicking off our 2015 Back to School Supply Drive. From now until August 8^th we are encouraging the public to drop off school supplies at any Glendale Fire Station; in addition we will be at Target on 43^rd and Peoria (10404 N 43rd Ave, Glendale, AZ) Aug. 1^st & 8^th with our antique fire truck collecting supplies, and handing out stickers to kids coming to the store. All of this to benefit low income children attending school in Glendale. Our goal is to fill 500 backpacks with the essentials needed for these kids to be successful

Any businesses, community groups or individuals who would like to help support this event can contact me: Cecil Tudor, President of Glendale Fire Charities at glendalefirecharities@yahoo.com or call (928)300-0602

 

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Deputy Chief Patty Frey retires after 30 years with Glendale Fire

By Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4811.

Glendale Fire Division Chief Chris Gustafson, and retiring Deputy Chief Patty Frey at her retirement 
celebration on July 23, 2015 at the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center.

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Glendale Fire Division Chief Chris Gustafson, and retiring Deputy Chief Patty Frey at her retirement 
celebration on July 23, 2015 at the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center.

 

Thursday, July 23, Glendale Deputy Chief Patty Frey retired after 30 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Glendale. Chief Frey joined the department in July of 1980 and promoted through the ranks of firefighter, captain, battalion chief, division chief and deputy chief.

She is the second female to reach the rank of chief but the highest ranking female chief in the department today.

Chief Frey spent most of her time at fire station 152 on 69th Ave. and Bethany Home Road. She also spent time on the Hazardous Materials team in the late 1980's, and oversaw the Community Relations division where she was the Public Information Officer for about a year.

Through a partnership with Phoenix and Avondale fire departments, she was instrumental with developing Glendale’s Youth Firesetter Program to teach fire safety to children in local schools.

As a fire safety clown, her alter ego was named "Patches" where she entertained children and taught fire safety throughout the community.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet

Glendale Fire Chief Officer’s Association "Bugle" Award presented to Deputy Chief Patty Frey on July 24, 2015.

The bugle, a symbol of authority since the Civil War when commanding officers issued their orders using the megaphone like device. These brass devices were known as bugles.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet

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Glendale Kiwanis 'Stuff the Bus' event

 

 

Ed Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet

Brenda Bartels, GESD Board Clerk, kept busy all day loading supplies into boxes in the big yellow school bus!

 

Ed Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet

Brenda Bartels, GESD Board Clerk, kept busy all day loading supplies into boxes in the big yellow school bus!

 

 

The Kiwanis Club of Glendale invited everyone to help Stuff the Bus, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 25 at the Walmart Super Center, 59th and Northern avenues. This annual community service project provides much-needed school supplies to students within the Glendale Elementary School District.

An outpouring of rulers, crayons, markers, pink erasers, No. 2 pencils, copy paper, facial tissue, glue stick, highlighters, scissors, sticky notes, freezer bags, baby wipes, dividers, graph paper and colored pencils Filled crates in the huge school bus!


Additional items requested for the back-to-school drive include hand sanitizer, pencil sharpeners, pencil bags and boxes, three-ring binders, index and note cards, disinfecting wipes, school and white glue, sidewalk chalk, two-pocket folders, loose-leaf notebook paper, dry erase markers and erasers, pens in red, black and blue, and composition and spiral notebooks.

If you missed the opportunity Saturday to ‘stuff the bus’ with school supplies at the Walmart on Northern and 59th Avenues; donations are being accepted at the District Office, 7301 N. 58th Avenue, Glendale during office hours, 7:30 a. m. to 4:30 p. m., Monday through Friday. Start time  for schools in the Glendale Elementary School District on August 10 or in about 2 weeks!

 

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Time for everybody to ‘Turn a page’

New 2 year lease deal between Glendale and Coyotes without an ‘out clause’

By Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

 

Four points of business were on the City of Glendale Special Meeting on Friday, July 24, 2015.

1. To rescind the June 10, 2015 decision that directed the City Manager and the City Attorney to cancel the professional management services and arena lease agreement between the city of Glendale and IceArizona Manager CO., LLC and IceArizona Hockey CO., LLC

2. Resolve and settle all interests in the operating reserve account between the City of Glendale, IceArizona Hockey CO., LLC, IceArziona Manager CO., LLC and David Reaves, Chapter 7 Trustee of Arena Management Group, LLC

3. Settlement of all claims between the City of Glendale, IceArizona Manager CO., LLC and IceAriozna Hockey CO., LLC

4. First Amendment to the professional management services and arena lease agreement with IceArizona Manager CO., LLC and IceArizona Hockey CO., LLC.

GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL VOTED UNANIMOUSLY TO APPROVE AMENDED ARENA LEASE AGREEMENT WITH ARIZONA COYOTES

The Glendale City Council voted unanimously on Friday to approve a two-year amended agreement with IceArizona, which owns the Arizona Coyotes and manages the Gila River Arena for the city.

The 7-0 vote means new terms between the two organizations, including:

• ·An annual payment of $6.5 million from the city of Glendale to IceArizona, for the management of the arena. The previous city payment was $15 million annually.
• ·Revenues from all hockey related events to go to the team which allows them to offset the reduction in payment. This includes parking fees, ticket surcharges and earnings on concessions.
• ·The revised agreement also eliminates the so-called ‘out clause’ allowing the city and team to engage in discussions about a potential long term agreement.
• The team will pay the city $500,000 per year in rent.
• Today’s agreement also ends ongoing litigation between the two parties.

"This is a conclusion that benefits the entire city, the Coyotes and the Coyotes fans", said Mayor Jerry Weiers, before casting his vote. "I think this gives the Coyotes organization an opportunity to grow the market."

Arizona Coyotes co-owner, President and CEO Anthony LeBlanc addressed the council at today’s meeting, saying "Neither of us benefit from focusing on the past. We only benefit from starting anew and beginning the necessary work of rebuilding."

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The unanimous vote (7-0) by the Glendale City Council to approve the new lease agreement with the owners of the Arizona Coyotes was big news, at the emergency, special, voting meeting on Friday, July 24, 2015.

Glendale Vice Mayor Hugh, "I think it is a victory for everybody and that’s why I quoted Mr. LeBlanc."

The city has the opportunity to become the manager for the Gila River Arena after June 30, 2016. This new two-year agreement ends in 2017.

"It truly was a truly unpleasant process, but I think it was something that was necessary, Glendale May Jerry Weiers. "This is a decision that benefits the entire city, the Coyotes, the Coyotes fans, which have proven they are very vocal. At the same time, we represent our citizens and we have to uphold that. I think this accomplishes all of that."

The first two weeks of this month was the NHL free agency period, potential new players for the Coyotes were worried about the tense, unsettled, relationship between the team and the city, and took that into consideration before, and if, they signed new contracts. Mikkel Boedker was one of those young rookies who committed to only a one-year contract.

"It’s one thing if we lose a suite or a sponsor, which are very important to us, but if our GM, Don Maloney is handcuffed in putting together a roster, we have to choice but to fix it." LeBlanc said to the council. "This isn’t about saving face from either my perspective or the Coyotes’ perspective. This is about our franchise."

The Arizona Coyotes had the chance to leave Glendale, but decided to stay.

Craig Tindall and Julie Frazoni were at the center of the June 10, 2015 meeting that ended the lease agreement with the Arizona Coyotes. The city claimed there were conflict of interest issues for both. Shortly after leaving the City of Glendale as the City Attorney, Tindall went to work for the Arizona Coyotes. In the spring of 2013 Glendale’s former city attorney left the city. His resignation became effective April 1, 2013. But he was given "special council" status for 6 months with Glendale. In July 2013, the city and the Coyotes signed the much disputed 15-year or $225 million arena lease agreement.

Julie Frisoni, former Glendale Assistant City Manager and Communications Director, resigned her position in March of this year. She had been with the city since 2002. Both Tindall and Frisoni held high level positions with the city when the original agreement with the team was signed in 2013. The city claimed each had a conflict of interests when they left the city and were eight hired by the Coyotes or did consulting work for the team. The new two-year lease agreement passed on Friday. A stipulation of that agreement was that Craig Tindall loses his job as an attorney with the Arizona Coyotes and Julie Frisoni could not be employed by the Arizona Coyotes. LeBlanc said regarding Tindall, and that "this is not an admission of guilt on either side." "He’s a hell-of-a guy."

LeBlanc, "When we brought Mr. Tindall on is was for a two year engagement." Tindall said if he ‘became too much of a side show’ he would step aside.

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4888.

Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers, Attorney Nick Woods, and Arizona Coyotes President, CEO and co-owner Anthony LeBlanc before the emergency vote on the new amended lease agreement with the Arizona Coyotes.

What a difference between June 10, 2015 and July 24, 2015. No red angry passionate hockey fans carrying signs.

Under the new terms, both parties are looking forward to working together.

From LeBlanc:

• We are going to do better
• More transparency
• Rebuilding trust.
• Regular meetings between the city and the Coyotes
• To the fans "let’s turn a page. Everybody was upset" and put the "passion where it belongs like on a sheet of ice."

 

 

 

 

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SENATOR JOHN McCAIN URGES EPA TO ADDRESS HARMFUL EFFECTS OF “CLEAN WATER RULE” ON ARIZONANS

 

Washington, D.C. ­– U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ) sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Gina McCarthy this week expressing concern about the damage that the Administration’s “Clean Water Rule” is doing to the State of Arizona, and questioning whether the agency considered how the rule would impact local economies before implementing it.

 

“The Clean Water Rule will extend Clean Water Act jurisdiction to roughly 60-percent of all ‘waters of the United States,’ effectively allowing EPA to regulate small streams like it currently does large rivers,” writes Senator John McCain. “But the rule can also apply to ephemeral streams, irrigation ditches, stock ponds, and even dry desert washes that are common in Arizona. As such, the rule disproportionately impacts Arizona farmers, cattlemen, developers and other key sectors of Arizona’s economy historically and moving forward into the 21^st century.”

 

The Senate Committee on Environment & Public Works recently approved the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, a bill introduced by Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) and cosponsored by Senators McCain and Jeff Flake (R-AZ) that would prevent the EPA from using its Clean Water Rule as a tool to control land or isolated water. Senators McCain and Flake’s recent op-ed in The Arizona Republic also highlights the potentially devastating effects of this rule and other Obama Administration regulations on Arizona businesses and landowners.

 

The letter is below and attached.

 

July 23, 2015

 

The Honorable Gina McCarthy                                                                                            
Administrator
Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW 1101A
Washington, DC 20460

Dear Administrator McCarthy:

 

I’m writing concerning the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Water Rule that was signed on May 27, 2015. As you know, I’ve written you before opposing the rule and I’ve cosponsored several bills in the Senate to block it because of the damage it will inflict on job creation and economic recovery in Arizona.

 

The Clean Water Rule will extend Clean Water Act jurisdiction to roughly 60-percent of all “waters of the United States,” effectively allowing EPA to regulate small streams like it currently does large rivers. But the rule can also apply to ephemeral streams, irrigation ditches, stock ponds, and even dry desert washes that are common in Arizona. As such, the rule disproportionately impacts Arizona farmers, cattlemen, developers and other key sectors of Arizona’s economy historically and moving forward into the 21^st century. Please bear in mind that agriculture makes up about 30-percent of the economy in my home state, and that construction jobs account for roughly 13-percent of new jobs created in Arizona during the economic recovery. 

 

In recent years, the EPA has, unfortunately, succeeded in building a track record of unilaterally reinventing federal statutes, like the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, to advance politically-sensational regulations. What follows is not genuine environmental protection, which is vitally important, but a stigmatization of EPA and its restrictive regulations, which are criticized and then litigated for their blatant disregard for their economic harmfulness. This pattern recently forced the hand of the Supreme Court in Michigan et al. v Environmental Protection Agency, in which it rejected EPA’s new rule on mercury and air toxic Standards because the agency had not justified the economic cost-benefit of the rule.

 

Against this backdrop, I respectfully request that you respond to the following questions:

1.      Explain on what basis the EPA has concluded that its economic-impact analysis for the final Clean Water Rule determined that this rule is “appropriate and necessary?”

2.      What economic-impact analysis, if any, did the EPA conduct in connection with the Clean Water Rule that took into account Arizona businesses and consumers in particular?

3.      Following the Supreme Court’s ruling in Michigan et al. v EPA, do you believe EPA sufficiently calculated the rule’s cost considering that the Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy’s requested that he EPA withdraw the rule because it “will have a direct and potentially costly impact on small business” and requested further review by the SBA?  Please explain your answer.

 

Thank you for your attention to this request.

 

Sincerely,

 

John McCain

 

 

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Dog Days of Summer. Dog lovers will gather in downtown Glendale for the city's annual Dog Days of Summer event, from 7-10:00 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1.  The city's sixth annual event will celebrate this popular event with interactive fun activities, pet wellness information, Glendale PD K-9 demonstration, animal adoptions and shopping in Murphy Park. New this year, the event will feature the debut of the Glendale "Paw-sker" Awards, a talent show of sorts, to recognize tricky pets in the following categories: Best Trick; Best Kisser; Best Hair; and the Wildest Tail Wagger. Awards will be given in each category.
 Head to the Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) booth located in Murphy Park to start your day, where the first 200 visitors will receive a savings pack, as well as a run-down of the day's activities. Admission and parking are free. Visitors are encouraged to park in the free covered parking garage located at 58th Avenue and Palmaire.
 The Dog Days of Summer also includes a donation drive for pet food and supplies to benefit the Sun Valley Animal Shelter. For a wish list of items needed, visit www.sunvalleypets.org. For more details on the donation drive and the overall event, check out www.visitglendale.com or call the Glendale CVB at 623-930-4500. 

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Residents Reminded Standing Water Invites Mosquitos. With three months of monsoon activity still ahead of us this summer, the city of Glendale reminds residents to watch for standing water and to protect their homes and families against mosquitos and diseases such as West Nile virus.

 

Two confirmed cases were reported in Maricopa County on June 21, 2015. In 2014, 108 cases of West Nile virus were reported among Arizona residents. Standing water, even in the shallowest containers, acts as a breeding ground for mosquitos, so follow these essential preventive measures to fight the bite:

 

• Reduce the number of mosquitos around your home. Mosquitos breed in standing water and their eggs will hatch within days after it rains. Check your yard once a week after it rains, get rid of containers that aren't being used, empty water from flower pots, change water in bird baths, and check for any leaky water equipment.
   

• Report any pools in your neighborhood that are not being maintained properly. Occupied homes should be reported to Glendale's Code Compliance Division at 623-930-3610; unoccupied homes should be reported to the county at 602-506-0700.
   

• Reduce the number of mosquito bites you get. Make a habit of using insect repellent when outdoors. Repellents should be used according to the label instructions. 
   

•  Prime mosquito-biting hours are usually dusk to dawn. Pay special attention to protection during these hours, or avoid being outdoors.

 

The Maricopa County Environmental Services Division monitors mosquito activity throughout the county. It also responds to all complaints related to green pools, stagnant water, dead birds and of course mosquitos. Residents can get more information or report issues to the county through a hotline, 602-506-0700, or online at www.maricopa.gov/wnv/. Additional information and resources are available on Glendale's website, as well, at www.glendaleaz.com/environmentalresources/publichealth.cfm#WestNile.

 

 

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5G Moves Out of the Lab

5G is expected to deliver a basket full of new capabilities including maximum date rates of as much as 10 or 20 Gbps. It may operate at centiimeter or even millimeter frequencies of 30 to 300 GHz and support machine-to-machine networks with latencies as low as a millisecond.

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CITY OF GLENDALE AND ARIZONA 

COYOTES AGREE ON RESOLUTION

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The City of Glendale and the Arizona Coyotes announced today that the two parties have agreed
 on a resolution to their ongoing legal dispute. The City of Glendale will release details of the proposed amendments to 
the existing arena management agreement this morning on the city’s website,

http://www.glendaleaz.com/. The Glendale City Council will vote on the amendments to the agreement on

Friday, July 24 at Glendale City Hall. Details of that city council meeting are also posted on the city website.

“This revised agreement represents a positive outcome for both the city and the Coyotes, saidGlendale Acting
 City Manager, Dick Bowers. It also allows us to move forward in a way that keeps an important economic driver
 in our community. That’s important for business and it’s important to our citizens.”

“We have come up with a resolution that works for both sides and is best for the team, our fans, the
city and most importantly the taxpayers,” said Coyotes Co-Owner, President and CEO Anthony LeBlanc.
“Neither side benefits from a long, drawn out legal battle. What’s important is putting this dispute behind
 us and focusing on growing the Coyotes business and in turn, further growing revenues for the entire Westgate

 

 

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30 YEAR VETERAN FIRE CHIEF RETIRES FROM GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT

 

Glendale, Ariz. ––On Thursday, July 23, Glendale Deputy Chief Patty Frey will retire after 30 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Glendale. Chief Frey joined the department in July of 1980 and promoted through the ranks of firefighter, captain, battalion chief, division chief and deputy chief.

She is the second female to reach the rank of chief but the highest ranking female chief in the department today.

Chief Frey spent most of her time at fire station 152 on 69^th Ave. and Bethany Home Road. She also spent time on the Hazardous Materials team in the late 1980's, and oversaw the Community Relations division where she was the Public Information Officer for about a year.

Through a partnership with Phoenix and Avondale fire departments, she was instrumental with developing Glendale’s Youth Firesetter Program to teach fire safety to children in local schools.

 

As a fire safety clown, her alter ego was named “Patches” where she entertained children and taught fire safety throughout the community.

 

The retirement event will be held at Glendale Regional Public Safety Center at 11550 W. Glendale Ave. from 2-4 p.m.

 

 

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Glendale Police Seek Assistance with Homicide

 

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – On Sunday, July 12, 2015, just before 9:00pm, the Glendale Police Department received multiple 911 calls of shots fired and a person on the ground near 6600 W. Georgia Avenue. Upon arrival, Glendale Police Officers located 25-year old Damon Brandon Yazzie, a resident of Chinle, AZ, who had suffered multiple gunshot wounds. He was treated and pronounced deceased by the fire personnel at the scene.

Glendale Violent Crimes Detectives responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. We have attached photos of two individuals who detectives would like to speak with and feel that they may have useful information about the homicide. These photos were obtained from a transit bus. The Glendale Police Department encourages anyone that has information related to the shooting or the identity of the persons in the attached photos call Glendale Police Detectives at (623) 930-3325 or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.

 

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Glendale Police Obtain New Evidence in Hit and Run Accident

 

Glendale, Ariz. – On July 16th, 2015, at 8:17 PM, 15 year old Rosario "Bobby" Rodriquez was crossing N. 67th Avenue south of W. Bethany Home Road when he was struck by two vehicles.  "Bobby" died from his injuries.  Initial information to Police was that the first vehicle that struck "Bobby" was a white, tan, or grey passenger car, which fled the area without stopping.  Glendale Police Detectives have obtained new video evidence showing that the first vehicle that hit "Bobby" was a dark colored vehicle, as seen in the attached photos and video. 

In the upper right hand corner of the video, you can see "Bobby" and his friend, who split up and go in two different directions.  ""Bobby" goes out into the street, onto a median, and then starts into northbound lanes where the collision occurs.  The make and model of the vehicle is unknown, but witnesses indicated there would likely be some damage to the front hood, grill, or bumper of the dark vehicle.  The second vehicle remained on scene and is not outstanding. 

Glendale Police are asking for the public’s assistance. We encourage anyone that has any information on the accident, including the vehicle and driver that did not remain at the scene to please contact Glendale Police at 623-930-3000 or Silent Witness at 480-Witness. See attached photos and video.

WATCH video here

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ProjectSEARCH

By Bette Sharpe – Glendale Daily Planet

The ProjectSearch High School Transition Program is a unique, business led, one-year-school-to-work-program that takes place entirely at the workplace. Total workplace immersion facilitates a seamless combination of classroom instruction, career exploration, and hand-one training worksite rotations.

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On stage at the closing event for the 9th Annual ProjectSEARCH International Conference are Michaela, Jordan, Lauren, Daniel, Luis and Taylor. The conference was held at the Renaissance Hotel & Spa in Glendale, July 14-17. According to the ProjectSEARCH web site, the convention was sold out!

During the four day conference students acquire job skills and demonstrate what they have learned on Friday, July 17, 2015 in an "Arizona’s Got Talent" showcase. 

This fall the Renaissance Hotel & Spa will train and mentor six special needs students to work in the various food preparation and other kitchen jobs in conjunction with Project SEARCH.

"We couldn’t be more excited about being a partner in such an amazing program," said Lynnie Green, General Manager of the Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa. "Our goal is that each person either finds a job with us or learns the skills to make them instantly marketable."

Project SEARCH has grown from one original program site at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center to over 350 sites across 46 states and five countries.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4716.

Daniel is a rock musician and would like to work for a grocery store like Sprouts. ProjectSEARCH interns are not guaranteed employment; they apply for positions like any other applicant.

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Luis was one of the six presenters in the "America’s Got Talent" showcase and gave an inspiring speech about what exceptional people can and should do. To quote Milton Berle, "If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door." But you should still open the door.

Luis did his internship in Tucson.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4734.

Taylor sang for her part of the showcase and would like to work in the hospitality sector.

 

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Bette Sharpe / Glendale Daily Planet

Nicholas Ingersoll, age 4 and  Ripley Ingersoll, age 8, go through their  "Christmas Wish List" with Santa in Catlin Court.

 

 

DOWNTOWN GLENDALE  9th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY

By Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

 

Visitors enjoyed  a fun-filled day of holiday crafts, sweet treats and exclusive deals Saturday, July 18 in Old Towne and Catlin Court, a visit with Santa Claus, as well as an opportunity to donate to a summer water drive.   Christmas cheer began at the Glendale Visitor Center, where the first 250 visitors  picked up a holiday gift bag with downtown discounts, an event map and a holiday themed gift item.

What  great  fun the old and young alike  had heaving snow balls at each other  enjoying the  five tons of snow in Murphy Park!

Ollie the Trolley provided free rides around the area, including stops at Cerreta Candy Company where folks could build a taffy Christmas tree. Participating merchants gave each visitor to their business a recipe ending at 2Share Gifts where visitors assembled all the recipes into a holiday cookbook.

Lorraine Pino, Glendale CVB Manager stated, "We welcomed more than 1,000 holiday shoppers at the Glendale Visitor Center for the 9th Annual Christmas in July.  From local residents to out of state visitors, everyone enjoyed the holiday spirit in Downtown Glendale. "

The event also featured a bottled water donation drive in partnership with the Glendale Fire Department and the city’s Operation Safe Summer campaign. Folks visiting were encouraged to bring a donation of bottled water to the event.

Lorraine Pino, Glendale CVB Manager stated,  "The Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau is thrilled to partner with the business community to bring this merriest of events to the downtown."

Christmas in July also kicks off the start of installing 1.5 million lights for the city’s annual holiday light display for Glendale Glitters Spectacular Weekend on Nov. 26-27. 

 

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Transportation working group update - 7-8-2015 meeting
By Bette Sharpe – Glendale Daily Planet

The Downtown Glendale Community Working Group (DGCWG) continues to study the transit options light rail or bus rapid transit (BRT) and the constraints of route options in the downtown area. Joe Racosky, Valley Metro, addressed the group on Wednesday, July 8th and spoke about the key features of Light Rail System and Bus Rapid Transit, how these two forms of transportation could fit into constrained settings and of the initial route alternatives. Members of the working group were encouraged to take a ride on the Phoenix light rail system to see and experience first - hand, what might be coming to downtown area.

The bus rapid transit (BRT) system would have similar boarding stations as the light rail would have a dedicated lane. Unlike the light rail that has to go up and over the rail road tracks to cross Grand Avenue, BRT can cross Grand Avenue at grade or street level. Light rail can carry more people (hundreds) and has the option of adding more cars to the train if needed. If there is a high demand and there are lots of people to move, light rail could be the better choice and could be less expensive to operate then BRT. If however, the demand is not as high, BRT might be a better option. A BRT bus could carry about 90 would not make as many stops as a regular bus. Before any decision is made all factors need to be considered, including construction. All costs and all demands need to be considered.

 
Operating costs for the new system is up to each individual municipality. Currently, about 45% of the light rail’s operating cost comes from its fare box, with the remainder of the costs coming from subsidies from Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa. If Proposition 104 passes in Phoenix, all capital costs for the new transportation system would be covered. Voting starts on July 30th. An all-day pass to ride the light rail is currently $4.00.

 
          Since 2000, we’ve been paying four-tenths of a penny for expanded bus service and our new light rail system. To further expand bus and light rail, 
          and to add significant resources to our street maintenance efforts, the tax will continue the existing four-tenths of a penny tax and increase it by 
          three-tenths of a cent, resetting the total rate to seven-tenths of a cent. That’s about a penny more for a cup of coffee, or $30 added to the cost 
          of a $10,000 used car. It’s a wise investment to build the infrastructure we need. (Source: http://movephx.org/get-the-facts/faq/)

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet.

Joe Racosky, Valley Metro, speaking at the second community working group meeting on July 8, 2015 held in the Fellowship Hall, First United Methodist Church of Glendale.
Joe Racosky, “We don’t want to build a system that works today, that doesn’t works for us tomorrow.”

K9 Unit received $10K donation from 2 Share Gifts Foundation

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4532.

Glendale K9 Officer Spike has a new protective vest thanks to a $10,000 donation from the 2 Share Gifts Foundation. On Tuesday evening, July 7 2015 at the Main Glendale Police Station, Sheri Audette and Cheryl Anne Berry presented a check for $10,000 to the Glendale K9 Unit for the purchase of six new protective K9 vests. The six new vests are all certified as level IIA. Meaning, these vests are bullet proof, stab proof and slash proof and are also able to be used as a rappelling harness. The protective wear was manufactured by K9 Tactical Gear in California. Each of the Glendale Patrol K9 dogs will receive a vest. The K9 protective wear is expensive, each costing $1,550. The vests can be adjusted some, to accommodate a new dog if needed; otherwise, each one is custom fitted for a specific dog.

K9 Officer Ronin was killed while saving his partner’s life, Officer Zygmont, on June 20, 2013. It became a goal and a passion for both Sheri Audette and Cheryl Ann Berry of 2 Share Gifts to arm every K9 in the Glendale K9 Unit with a protective vest. The women started their fundraising and met their goal. They are both still passionate about this cause and they want to do more. So they plan to continue raising money for other police departments in other West Valley cities so that more K9 Officers can be protected. For more information on this effort, visit http://2sharefoundation.org/

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet

Glendale Police Sgt. Ernie Ochoa - K9 Leader  explains  how  the vests are made of panels that can be interchanged and replaced   
when a dog retires and refitted  to the new K9 officer.  

 Cheryl Ann Berry  and Sheri Audette of 2 Share Gifts, who did the fundraising to purchase these vets  got  Glendale  along with  
Glendale officer  Brian Anderson  and K9 Officer Spike  below look on.

 

 

 

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No ocean? No problem! Head to the Beach Party @ the Teague July 15. Kids, ages 7 to 12, are invited to join in some wet and wild team competition featuring beach balls, shell-painting, a water-balloon toss, and even a sand-castle building contest. Registration is required. This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Velma Teague Library is located at 7010 N. 58^th Ave., and the event is Thursday, July 15 at 2 p.m. Info: www.glendaleaz.com/library or 623-930-3437.

 

 

CREATE, CONNECT, COLLABORATE: Artist Trading Cards July 18. Create your own miniature works of art (the size of a baseball card) that can be traded or collected with your friends. Workshop participants will use a variety of themes, media and collage techniques on heavy paper to design their own series of ATC cards. Open to ages 16 and up. Registration is required. Velma Teague Library is located at 7010 N. 58^th Ave., and the event is Saturday, July 18; 10:00 a.m. Info: www.glendaleaz.com/library or 623-930-3440.

 

 

 

 

 

Glendale Police Release Victim’s Name in Afternoon Homicide

 

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – On Wednesday, July 8, 2015, just before 2:45pm, the Glendale Police Department received multiple 911 calls of shots fired and a person injured in the Circle K parking lot at 43rd Avenue and Glendale Avenue. Upon arrival, Glendale Police Officers located 29-year old Phoenix resident Mark McCreary inside of his vehicle. Mark had been shot. He was treated at the scene by Glendale Fire and transported to a local valley trauma center where he was later declared deceased.

Glendale Violent Crimes Detectives responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. The investigation has revealed that Mark was getting into his vehicle when some sort of altercation took place with the suspect. During that altercation, the suspect produced a handgun, fired multiple rounds at the vehicle and injured Mark. The suspect was then seen running away northbound from the scene.

The suspect was described as a heavy-set Hispanic male, approximately 6-feet tall, with a shaved head and was last seen wearing dark clothing. He was described as approximately 25-35 years old.

The Glendale Police Department encourages anyone that has information to call Glendale Police Detectives at (623) 930-3354 or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.

 

 

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Lockheed Martin ready to build 94 F-35 combat jets in $920.4 million contract

The U.S. military is placing orders worth nearly a billion dollars with Lockheed Martin Corp. to prepare for building 94 F-35 Lightning II joint strike fighter combat jets. The order involves conventional and vertical takeoff and landing versions, as well as carrier versions. … Continue Reading

 

 

http://www.intelligent-aerospace.com/articles/2015/07/ia-f35-jets.html?eid=288640783&bid=1114970

 

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 3 part KING TUT series coming up on the July 19th!

http://www.spike.com/video-clips/ovd17b/tut-tut-the-invincible-pharaoh-featuring-sir-ben-kingsley

 

My fascination with Tut and that region came out of  7th grade ESS class. Who else got fascinated too?

 

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BERNINA INTERNATIONAL OWNER HANSPETER UELTSCHI TO VISIT 
SEW FROM THE HEART IN SCOTTSDALE ARIZONA ON JULY 8

 

Mr. Ueltschi will meet guests and autograph sewing machines

from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

 

 

AURORA, Ill. – June 29, 2015 – BERNINA of America, the premier manufacturer of sewing, embroidery and quilting machines, is pleased to announce that Hanspeter Ueltschi, fourth generation owner of BERNINA International, will visit BERNINA Dealer, Sew From the Heart at 9180 E. Indian Bend Road, in the Pavilions at Talking Stick, in Scottsdale, on Wednesday, July 8.  Mr. Ueltschi will meet guests and autograph sewing machines from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Attendees also will have an opportunity to experience the new BERNINA Next Generation 7 Series machines and see customer projects on display.  Attendees must RSVP by calling (480)998-8886 or by stopping by the store.

 

In celebration of Mr. Ueltschi’s visit, customers can share their own special projects.  To submit a project, send an email to staff@sewfromtheheart.com and put “BERNINA Party” in the subject line.  All project submissions must be received by July 1.  Projects will be displayed throughout the store.  Customers who submit a project will have the chance to win a $500 gift certificate.  The winner of the gift certificate does not need to be present to win. 

 

Sew From the Heart is an authorized BERNINA Dealer which sells BERNINA sewing machines, software and accessories, and also provides a variety of sewing, embroidery and quilting classes for people of all skill levels.  For more information on the Dealer, please visit www.sewfromtheheart.com.

 

About BERNINA

Founded in Switzerland more than 100 years ago, BERNINA is the world’s premier manufacturer with a proven reputation for offering quality state-of-the-art sewing, quilting and embroidery machines, overlockers/sergers, and embroidery software.  BERNINA’s leadership is marked by an impressive number of ambassadors, industry leaders, influencers and bloggers, who chose to partner with the company.  BERNINA products are sold in the United States through a network of over 400 fully trained independent dealerships that also offer support and education.  Select BERNINA and bernette machines, and BERNINA software can also be purchased through BERNINA’s eCommerce site, shop.bernina.com.  BERNINA products are designed for beginning to advanced sewists and priced to meet a variety of budgets, with new products being introduced every year.  You can follow BERNINA on Facebook:  www.facebook.com/berninausa, Instagram: @BERNINAUSA, and Pinterest:  www.pinterest.com/WeAllSew , and read BERNINA’s WeAllSew blog at www.weallsew.com.  To learn more about BERNINA and to find a Dealer, visit www.bernina.com or call (630)978-2500.

 

 

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Glendale Police Release Victim’s Name in Overnight Homicide

 

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – On Monday, July 6, 2015, just after 12:00am, the Glendale Police Department received a 911 call of suspicious circumstances in the 6600 block of West Montebello Avenue. Upon arrival, Glendale Police Officers located a victim in an alley north of this location. The victim was 30 year old Glendale resident, Rosa Fernandez-Mendoza. Rosa had sustained a gunshot wound. She was treated at the scene by Glendale Fire and pronounced deceased on-scene.

The initial investigation revealed that the caller may have heard a gunshot before taking out their trash. While doing so, the caller observed a possible victim down on the ground in the alley. That individual then called 911. Witnesses in the area have described a possible argument taking place before police were called.

Glendale Violent Crimes Detectives responded to the scene and have assumed the investigation.

"Glendale Police Detectives are seeking the community’s help finding the person (s) responsible for Rosa Fernandez-Mendoza’s death.    The Glendale Police Department encourages anyone that has information to call Glendale Police Detectives at (623) 930-3173 or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS."

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"There is no end to thanking veterans"

By Bette and Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

 

John O’Brien

The 50th Anniversary Commemoration of the Vietnam War runs for 7 years, 2013-2022. For the next 5 years John O’Brien, a Peoria Az and the 8489 other CPs (Commemorative Partners) are planning to get the word out about the Vietnam War. There are stories to tell.

John O’Brien was asked by the Veterans History Project, a Volunteer Program of Tempe Connections and the Library of Congress, to the display his Military and Navy Seabee Vietnam War collection. There are several collages in the collection most of which are constructed with paper or printed materials. The various works, all of which were design and constructed by John O’Brien, are to be photographed and a video made. This documentation will then be sent to the Library of Congress in Washington D.C.

John O’Brien was a Seabee, with  two tours of duty in Vietnam from 1967 to 1969, and wants to get the word out about the 50th Anniversary Commemoration of the Vietnam War. "Seabees, he said, just seem to take things one step further."

O'Brien is a Seabee and military artist, John O’Brien ready to participate in the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War.

 

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Vietnam stories need to be told.  John O’Brien wrote a book of his. Hardest Job in the U.S. Navy Seabees: A Memoir  by John R. O’Brien Vietnam Veteran This is a story about John R. O'Brien's two tours of duty in Vietnam from 1967 to 1969 as a Navy Seabee. He never spoke in length about his service in Vietnam for 40 years. As a first time author, now retired, he would like to share his many Vietnam construction projects and experiences, along with many personal photographs. This is a boots on the ground enlisted man's story. He has been married for 40 years , is a proud father of three children and active grandfather to six grandchildren, who he refers to as "The Sunshine Kids." His character and work ethic as a team player he received while serving in the U.S. Navy Seabees was a stepping stone toward all of his life's accomplishments. John is a member of the John J. Morris American Legion Post 62 in Peoria, Arizona and a life-time member of the Navy Seabee Veterans of America, Island X-5 in West Valley, Arizona. Source: Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Hardest-Job-U-S-Navy-Seabees/dp/1452029970

See also:
Veterans History Project

http://www.loc.gov/vets/

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EVENT - Some background…

Vietnam War Commemoration ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. in Emancipation Hall of the United States Capitol Visitor Center. The ceremony is a ticketed event for Vietnam veterans and their families. While invitations have already been distributed, this event will be streamed live around the world from the Office of the Speaker of the House. Join us via the Internet (see below)! Collaborate with other Commemorative Partners (CP) to make this a shared event in your hometowns. Invite Vietnam veterans and their families in your local communities to view this commemorative event together as our nation’s leaders thank and honor them for their service and sacrifice. Then, take time to honor them locally following the Congressional Ceremony. To find other CPs in your area, click on:

Congressional Ceremony. To find other CPs in your area, click on: http://www.vietnamwar50th.com/partners/partner_map/

Click on each pin to reveal the CP name and city.

We hope you will join us online as Congress thanks and honors our 7.2 million living Vietnam veterans and the 9 million families of those who served from November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975! Thank you! The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration Staff.

The United States of America Congres sional Ceremony Date: July 8, 2015

Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. EDT Purpose: Thank & honor our 7.2 million living Vietnam veterans and the 9 million families of those who served. Internet Link: Will be provided via a separate email one day prior [July 7, 2015] to the ceremony

 

 

 

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THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
VIETNAM WAR COMMEMORATION

Education

The goal of the History and Legacy effort is to provide|
 the American public with historically accurate materials 
and interactive experiences that will help Americans 
better understand and appreciate the service of our 
Vietnam War veterans and the history of U.S. involvement 
in the Vietnam War.

Educational Resources  http://www.vietnamwar50th.com/education/

 

 

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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.4470.

"Portrait of Velma Teague"

Artist: Deon Jestes

Gift to library by Glendale Woman's Club

and Glendale Junior Woman's Club

 

VELMA TEAGUE LIBRARY CELEBRATES RENOVATION

By Bette and Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

Glendale’s downtown library recently completed some much needed renovation. The celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony featured Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers, Jamie Aldama, Ocotillo District City Councilmember and Michael Beck, Chief Librarian, Glendale Public Library. Also included in the events speakers were Library Advisory Board, Chairperson Paula Wilson and members of Velma Teague’s family. Velma Teague opened forty-four years ago in 1971 in Murphy Park. Today, fifty per-cent of Velma Teague’s circulation comes from the checkout of children’s materials. And new for today, Velma has fifty-eight public computers with over 67,000 sessions.

In addition to new carpeting and tile, a new color scheme, the public restrooms were renovated, a wall was removed to allow for the expansion of the story time room. Velma Teague has new summer hours and is open 3 more hours a week. The renovation is due to a $199,000 Community Development Block Grant and an additional $25,000 to cover the additional three open hours. A constituent of the Ocotillo District suggested that the library be open earlier in the day. Library patrons who walk to the library can now do so when it is not so hot.

 

Ed Sharpe / Glendale Daily Planet  FRAME1

 

John LeGendre, Velma Teague’s great nephew,  with Jessi Pederson,  Mayor Weiers’ Assistant  and 
retired councilmember Yvonne Knaack looking on,  tells  the group about
Velma Teague liking to "play the ponies" at Prescott downs.

 

John LeGendre, Velma Teague’s great nephew, shared a story about Velma Teague. It seems that on Sundays, when the library was closed, Velma would head up to Prescott Downs and check out the ponies. John LeGendre also referred to his great aunt as a "dynamic woman."

His mother, Mary Ellen LeGendre, worked for Velma. Velma Teague was a teacher and after she married she could no longer teach. Velma volunteered for probably three years before being hired. Once she took over, she opened the library from just one afternoon a week to 3 or 4. Mary Ellen LeGendre, "I love this library. It’s kept just like Velma Liked it. All the books right on the edge and in alphabetical order." Velma liked an orderly shelf. Visitors to Murphy Park have Velma Teague to thank for the park. She reviewed the plans for the library and wanted a park and not parking so close to the building.

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.4433.

 (L)Mary Ellen LeGendre and her daughter Randi LeGendre Turk (r)

 

 

Shelley Moseley was the Branch Manager for 25 years and was the manager during the transition period from print sources to electronic ones. Shelley attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 1, 2015 and is a "big part of Velma’s history," Velma Teague’s family.

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4445.

Michael Beck, Chief Librarian, Jamie Aldama, Ocotillo District City Councilmember, Mary Ellen LeGendre, Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers performing the ceremonial ribbon-cutting held, Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Velma Teague Library. This past spring the forty-four year old library completed some much need renovation.

 

Day of the Week Summer Hours Starting October 1, 2015

Monday 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Thursday 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday CLOSED CLOSED

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 10:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Sunday CLOSED CLOSED

 

Early Downtown Glendale Library History In 1895, Vic Messenger, a member of the first class of Stanford University, came to Glendale to manage Ryder Lumber and Hardware Company. With him, he carried 400 books, all of which he donated as the first library collection available to the public.  Two years later, Vic Messenger built a library building at the north end of the Ryder facility, and other members of the community began to donate their books, also.  In 1898, the Glendale Public Library Association was formed. People paid $5 a share (a large sum in those days!) for borrowing privileges. That same year, Ryder moved to what is now 58th Drive and Glendale. The books were moved also, this time to the second floor of the store. Vic Messenger became the "official" volunteer librarian.  Around 1900, the Odd Fellows took over the Ryder building, and the library moved from the hardware store to the brick schoolhouse.  This schoolhouse was between what is now 58 Ave.. and 58 Dr. with the southern border being Palmaire Ave. where the Coury House  and the vacant Board of Realtors Building  is. The original property extended north at least half a block.  The Woman's Club kept it open on Saturday afternoons until the schoolhouse was torn down in 1915, and for several years, the library was without a home.  Eventually, the Woman's Club moved the library to a tiny white frame building built around "the world's biggest flagpole" in the middle of Murphy Park. In 1922, the library became a department of the City of Glendale with budget of $500.

The Velma Teague Era   * 1935 - Librarian Velma Teague was hired . * 1938 - A brick and stucco Spanish-style library building was constructed in Murphy Park, with Velma Teague serving as Library Director . * 1960's - New 15,000 square foot building was lobbied for in the mid-60's . * 1971- Present building was opened and named after Velma Teague. ______________________________________________ Usage Each Year - 50% of VTL's circulation comes from checking out children's materials . - 180,000 customer visits - 32,000 reference transactions - 209,000 items checked out - 230 programs with over 5,000 attendees - 58 public computers with over 67,000 sessions

Study - Pew Survey says that for every $1 spent on library services, $5-$6 is returned to the community/return on investment.

 

Here is  unedited  footage if  you want a movie  of this event!  HD Aval  - call

 

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Glendale-Daily-Planet/164783023548721

 

 

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4455.

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4450.

 

 

 

 

Glendale Daily Planet / KKAT-IPTV 2015 Platinum Hermes Digital Award Winner  For Internet News Service  Congratulations to all involved here   and  to those that were the subjects of our stories we covered!

 

 

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Downtown Glendale Community Work Group holds first meeting

By Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

 

 

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4403.

Jyme Sue McLaren, Chief of Staff, Valley Metro explains the value of transit during the first Downtown Glendale Community Working Group Meeting (DGCW) on June 24, 2015. "We connect to jobs."

The Downtown Glendale Community Working Group (GCWG) will meet over the summer and into the early fall to determine their recommendation to the city council the route or routes for a location and a type of transit (light rail or rapid bus transit) that will best serve the area. The forty-seven member group made up of business owners, residents and city officials. The group’s recommendation is due to city council in December.

Valley Metro is studying the downtown area and its special circumstances (limited right-of-way, historic properties, etc.) to identify how best to serve this area. Homes or business that would be impacted by transit project will be identified in the design phase.

There are three options being considered.

• Glendale Avenue west from 43rd Ave.
• Camelback Road then north on 43rd Ave.
• Camelback Road to Grand Avenue to Bethany Home Road then north on 51st Ave.

In addition, Valley Metro is conducting a focused analysis of the downtown Glendale area. Six preliminary route alternatives have been identified.

• Glendale Ave. to 55th Ave. then south on Lamar Rd. and west to Grand Ave.
• Glendale Ave. west to Grand Ave.
• From Glendale to 55th then north to Palmaire and west to 58th Ave. and then east to 55th Ave.
• From Glendale to 55th Ave. then north to Palmaire Ave. and then west to 58th Ave.
• From Glendale the north on 55th Ave to Palmaire then north on 58th Ave. to Myrtle and east to 55th Ave.
• From 51st Ave. east on Glenn to 55th and west on Palmaire Ave. to 58th Ave. to Glenn and east to 51st Ave.

The interpretation as to rather or not the light rail would be able to be on Glendale Avenue rests with the Glendale City attorney. The 2001Glendale Transportation Ballot approved by voters included specific language that stated light rail "shall not be on Glendale Avenue". However, that language is "advisory" and is subject to interpretation. The answer to this big question is what a lot of people are waiting for.

Mr. Dudley [Transit Manager, City of Glendale] stated that the ballot is advisory in nature because it so far predates actual improvements, whereas the tax never ends. He assured her that the question has been presented to the Glendale City Attorney’s Office and is a matter to be considered by the City Council and Citizens Transportation Oversight Committee as well. (Source:

 

 

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Glendale Daily Planet / KKAT-IPTV leaps  to 4K!

 

Glendale Daily Planet / KKAT-IPTV announced Monday 6-29-2015 it was switching over to 4k digital acquisition  for  new and production video.

 

Ed Sharpe, Owner and Publisher stated: "We are now filming in 4K  as  a future-proofing measure so that  footage we shoot  today   will still be  in a current resolution into the future."

 

This is not a new move  for Glendale Daily Planet / KKAT-IPTV as they were shooting in a high definition format when Phoenix and Glendale television and cable stations were still shooting standard definition on Betacam  10 years ago.

 

Sharpe tell us. "It  does not matter  what the distribution format is, if  your acquisition format is at the highest bit rate available to you,  it is possible to  render it  to any  sized distribution format currently being used even if it has less resolution. "

 

 

Sharpe continued: "This not only  helps what we do, but also helps our media partners  we share footage and stills with."

 

A higher quality acquisition today -  useful footage into the future!

 

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JUDGE RULES COYOTES MUST INCREASE BOND, CITY TO MAKE PAYMENT TO TEAM City Maintains Focus on Looking Out For Interest of Citizens
 
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The city of Glendale is satisfied with a judge’s ruling ordering an increase in the bond payment IceArizona must pay to the city in the ongoing case over the potential termination of the city’s contract with IceArizona, owner of the Arizona Coyotes.The judge ordered an increase in the bond, from $250,000 to $1 million, after ruling the city still must make its 4th quarter payment of $3.75 million to IceArizona, which is due once the bond is posted.

Both the city’s request for either a temporary hold on the entire amount of the payment or a bond to be posted by IceArizona were among options that were part of a motion filed by the city in response to the Coyotes’ filing for a Temporary Restraining Order. The bond would ensure the city would be guaranteed financial relief if the courts determine the city’s contract with the Coyotes to be invalid. The city is seeking to terminate its contract with the Coyotes. At issue,among other things, Arizona Revised Statute 38-511, a law prohibiting city or state employees being a part of contract negotiations and later going to work for the other party to the deal. The statute provides the city can void the agreement if former city employees who were “significantly involved in the initiating, negotiating, securing, drafting, or creating” the contract go to work for the other party.

“We’re satisfied with the outcome,” said Glendale’s Acting City Manager Dick Bowers. “We’ve said all along that our primary obligation is to our citizens. The judge’s ruling enforcing an increase in the bond payment is an assurance for our taxpayers that we’re looking out for their best interests.”
The city has consistently offered the Coyotes the opportunity to bring mutually beneficial solutions to the table. Bowers says that offer still stands

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 Keep kids entertained and engaged during summer months with Art Camp.

Keep kids entertained and engaged during summer months with Art Camp. Taught by a professional artist, children ages 8-16, will discover their artistic ability using several art mediums. Professional material will be used to help explore the artist inside the participants. Projects may include pottery making, oil painting on canvas, pastels, watercolors, drawing, sand painting, glass painting, glass fusion and more. A supply fee of $20 will be collected at the first class, plus a class fee of $55 (non-resident $66.) Preregistration is required. Options:

· 3:30 to 5 p.m., Wednesdays for 4 weeks beginning July 1; or

· 1:45 to 3:15 p.m., Thursdays for 4 weeks beginning July 2; or

· 3:30 to 5 p.m., Thursdays for 4 weeks beginning July 2, at the

· Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Dr.

 

Info: Call 623-930-4600 or click https://www.glendaleaz.com/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/wbsearch.html  to register.

• 6th Annual Foothills Family Swim Party - Come and enjoy an evening for families at our mini-waterpark at the Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center on Saturday, June 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. A DJ will play music while guests swim, eat, and play games. The entry fee for residents is $4 per person and $6 for non-residents. The fee also includes a hot dog and lemonade. Minors must be accompanied by parents or guardians. The event will be open to the first 400 paid participants. For more information, call Darren at 623-930-4610. 

• Exhibit from Behind the Badge Displayed At Gallery Glendale An exhibit of more than 28 compelling images of law enforcement and firefighters from across the state of Arizona, including Glendale Police and Fire departments, Ziemba's collection, "Stronger Than Steel: The Art of First Response - The Arizona Public Safety Collection", will be on display at Gallery Glendale located inside Westgate, 9380 W. Westgate Blvd., in the month of July. Gallery Glendale is free and open to the public on Fridays and Saturdays from 6 to 9 p.m.

• A Patriotic Celebration!10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Thursday, July 2, in the Palo Verde Room Enjoy a patriotic show presented by Bobby Freeman, AZ Diamondbacks organist. Lunch is provided by the YWCA and will include a grilled hamburger with all the trimmings. There will be plenty of fun, food and fellowship. Tickets are $6 for members and $8 for nonmembers. Tickets must be purchased in ADVANCE at the Glendale Adult Center by Monday, June 29.

• Glendale Splash Pads.Cool off and have fun for FREE at one of Glendale's two splash pads! The location and hours of the two splash pads are:

  Heroes Park Splash Pad - 83rd Ave. & Berridge Ln. (on 83rd Ave., just north of Bethany Home Rd.).
  ***May 23 - August 9: open daily from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; August 15 - September 7: open weekends only from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
  Sycamore Grove Park Splash Pad - 86th Lane and Emil Rovey Parkway.
  ***May 25 - September 7; open 6 a.m.-10 p.m. 

• Free Summer Band Concerts Bring Music to Downtown Glendale Summer Evenings.The West Valley's favorite summer tradition takes place each Thursday at 8 p.m., beginning June 4 through July 23, in the Murphy Park Amphitheater, located at 58th and Glenn Dr. Music lovers of all ages will be entertained by this community band of approximately 100 musicians with its inspiring renditions of marches, polkas, movie medleys and other tunes from all over the world.  

• Fireworks at Westgate.What could be better than a hometown firework display for July 4? How about adding live music stages (Fountain Park and Events Plaza), a beer garden (Events Plaza) and more! The event will take place on Saturday, July 4 from 5-9:30 p.m. at the Westgate Entertainment District located at 6751 North Sunset Boulevard. For more information, visit Westgateaz.com. 

• 'Be Glendale Monsoon Ready' With the monsoon season officially upon us, Glendale 11 TV debuts "Monsoon: Eye on the Storm" to inform residents of important safety resources, featuring experts from the Glendale Fire and Police departments and features CBS 5 anchor Sean McLaughlin and the CBS 5 team of meteorologists.  The show will air each Wednesday night at 8:30 p.m. and various times throughout the week.

COUNCILMEMBER SHERWOOD PARTNERS WITH GLENDALE

POLICE AT NEIGHBORHOOD FORUM   June 25th from 5:30-7 pm

Hear and Learn About Public Safety and Resources for Sahuaro District Residents

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Glendale Councilmember Gary Sherwood of the Sahuaro District will host a neighborhood forum on public safety later this month. Sherwood will be joined by Glendale Assistant Police Chief Matt Lively and Lt. Marc McCauslin, Foothills Sector. This will be the first of a monthly series in which Sherwood will invite community members and businesses to share concerns and open conversations about district and city issues.

This month's neighborhood forum will focus on public safety and resources that neighborhoods can expect from their local police departments. It will begin with introductions from Sherwood and Glendale Police. Future forums will discuss fire safety, water conservation, and several other topics that Sherwood considers to be everyday factors in the betterment of Glendale.

“I firmly believe we must afford our citizens the ability to voice their concerns and to be heard,” said Sherwood about the community’s right to bring their concerns to public officials and the offices of government.  He went on to say that he is excited to spend this time with the citizens and learn about the issues and find solutions to the problems our community faces today.

If you are interested in attending the forum, it will be held at the Thunderbird School of Management, Tower Conference Room, 15249 North 59^th Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85306 on Thursday, June 25th from 5:30-7 pm. For information on future Forums, subscribe to Councilmember Sherwood's weekly newsletter at www.glendaleaz.com/sahuaro. 

 

By Bette and Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet 

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Individuals or businesses wishing to contribute to the program can mail a check or money order made out to "From The Heart" in any dollar amount to: From The Heart, Customer Service Office, City of Glendale, 5850 W Glendale Ave. Glendale, AZ 85301. All donations are tax deductible.

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Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers holds community law enforcement event
Mayor takes the TASE for $10,000 for the 100 Club

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4119.

The mayor has been tasered, for a good cause and under professional supervision. The Taser wires can be seen on the mayor’s back. Two officers help to brace the mayor. There is a mattress and a padded cover just in from of him to catch his fall forward.

Thank you to the men and women in all aspects of public safety.

IN THE AIR…

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4012.

Deputy Terry Heingartner, J. Kates, and Deputy Josh Johnson, MCCSO, are standing next to a brand new Bell 407GX helicopter with only 70 hours in the air. Some of their responsibilities include search and rescue, aerial photography and assisting officers on the ground.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4019.

Shane Breeding, Arizona Department of Public Safety, is a medic and answered questions of all kinds from all age groups regarding air rescues during Glendale’s public safety event on Saturday, June 13, 2015.

ON THE GROUND…

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4065.

Officers Aaron Moreno and T.J. Teeples, SWAT Division, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. The scary raggedy tool in front is used to breaking glass and clearing away the pieces.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4981.

Glendale Police information table lead  by Detective T. Sye.

TO THOSE WITH FOUR LEGS…

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3986.

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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4059.

Or TWO WHEELS…

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3985.

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Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4094.

Officer Bohannan explains the DUI  processing  van.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 4097.

Don't drive intoxicated or...  you get a new bracelet!

FOOTNOTE  FROM EARLIER IN THE WEEK WHEN RONDA WAS AT CITY COUNCIL ADDRESSING MAYOR WEIERS!

Listen to and watch the video!!!!   https://youtu.be/1PXyOqTi8ww

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no.3953.

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Left -Arizona Coyotes attorney Nick Woods and Right - Anthony LeBlanc co-owner and CEO Arizona Coyotes – Wednesday, June 10, 2015 the Glendale City Council voted 5-2 to end the lease agreement with the Arizona Coyotes. The lease agreement between IceArizona and the city was for 15 years, with the city paying $15 million a year or $225 million to IceArizona to operate the Gila River Arena.

Jerry Weiers! Four More Years!  Four More Years!

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Alas they  tried to get the Hum out of the PA....

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WE HAVE A WINNER HARRY SAYS!

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Pictured: Chief Master Sgt. Chris Horsman, 56th CES fire chief; Glendale Chief Mark Burdick and Tony Rabonza, 56th CES deputy fire chief.

Pictured: Chief Master Sgt. Chris Horsman, 56th CES fire chief; Glendale Chief Mark Burdick and Tony Rabonza, 56th CES deputy fire chief, and Lt. Col. Chris Herndon. Chief Burdick received a model of an F-35.

L to R - Lis Cortes  and Patty Adams    Danny Senese and Mark Burdick  on the right of the quilt look on.

Patty Adams , Office of the Fire Chief Management Aide (in white top) said:

"Chief Burdick, on behalf of the ladies in Admin, we would like to present you with this t-shirt memory quilt and pillow. It covers your 32-year career from red shirt to fire chief. Our goal was to use 20 shirts, but everyone knows that the fire department makes a t-shirt for everything, so we ended up with 31. Some of these are from your personal collection – thanks to Colleen. We did have the red shirt made, because Tony said you wore togas back then. Then I was connected with Gay Lee who took our shirts and spent many hours creating this work of art for you. The quilt represents the different divisions, events, stations, and programs that started under your leadership. I’m sure this will bring back lots of memories. I figure there should be at least 30 stories you can tell…not that you need a quilt to tell a story. We hope you enjoy this for many years! We want to thank you for your support and generosity and hope you enjoy your retirement."

The idea for the Change of Command ceremony is due in part to the partnership between the Glendale Fire Department and Luke Air Force Base.

Hermes 2015 Creative Awards for the

'Planet, Ed and Bette Sharpe   

Glendale, AZ: CouryGraph Productions,  creator of KKAT-IPTV and Glendale Daily Planet was recently honored by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP) with a 2015 Platinum Hermes Creative Award For Internet news presentation.

An individual 2015 Gold Hermes Creative Award  went to reporter/Photographer Bette Bette Sharpe, CouryGraph Productions - Gold 2015 Hermes Creative Award Winner for " New Glendale firefighter Connor Healy views Valentine Award he received at the academy" which appeared in both - Glendale Star and Glendale Daily Planet

 

"Our team is extremely honored by this Platinum and Gold Hermes Creative Award recognition," said Ed Sharpe, Director of CouryGraph Productions which created KKAT - IPTV and the  Glendale Daily Planet. "This award reflects the quality of our methodology and work of our all volunteer staff to implement innovative combinations of written, still photography and streaming methods for local programming on the Internet. Sharpe continued, "I think our product is a result of the entire city's interest, advice and participation... "

 

Finally Editor Ed Sharpe wanted to extend his thanks to other people in the newspaper, radio, television and cable industry that have counseled him and provided an example of technique and values. "I would be nothing without them" Sharpe stated.

 

Bette Sharpe stated, "I am very pleased that our work has been recognized" "I enjoy photography and it allows me to visually tell stories that might otherwise go untold."

 

Glendale Daily Planet, the parent organization of KKAT-IPTV was started in 2004 as the first community video journalism news site in Glendale and perhaps all of Arizona... Serving The Metro West Side of the Valley of the Sun, Glendale Daily Planet has witnessed, participated in and recorded the further rejuvenation of the downtown core, the meteoric rise of the 'Glendale Sports Empire', some of the problems associated with it and the restoration of historic sections of the town.

The work of CouryGraph Productions and other participative community journalists and engineering staff may be viewed, 24-hours a day, seven days a week at www.glendaledailyplanet.com.

Ed Sharpe  with Phillips LDK-20 TV Studio Camera Glendale Daily Planet KKAT-IPTV  Founder.                         Bette  Sharpe  with her Hermes Award.

Photos by SMECC staff

Photo by SMECC staff

Bette  Sharpe  with her Hermes Award. 

Tohono O’odham holding it’s ground on West Valley

Resort & Casino and will keep building

From press release…

Despite this overwhelming support, and the more than a dozen court rulings in favor of the Nation’s project, Governor Ducey has pressured the Arizona Department of Gaming to disregard the clear terms of the compact with the Nation. The Department’s action is in violation of a federal court ruling and goes against the advice of the State’s own expert on gaming law, Assistant Attorney General Roger Banan. Several members of Congress, meanwhile, are threatening to move federal legislation designed to halt construction of the project in order protect the market share of two wealthy East Valley tribes.

Should these efforts succeed, 1,300 construction jobs will be lost and Arizonans will be denied thousands of permanent jobs and hundreds of millions of dollars in positive economic impacts that the project would create.    Passage of the federal legislation would also deprive the State of millions of dollars in revenue, which goes to support education, health care, and conservation across Arizona.

Tohono O’odham Nation Chairman Ned Norris, Jr. said, "It is absurd to see elected officials working feverishly to take away thousands of jobs from their constituents, even refusing to adhere to the compact and a federal court ruling. The Nation is creating jobs and economic benefits for all of Arizona, while some of our elected officials seem focused only on protecting the market share of a few wealthy interests. Support for this project is overwhelming and we will not be deterred from our commitment to seeing this project through."

The Tohono O’odham Nation is a federally-recognized Indian tribe, with reservation lands in Maricopa County, Pinal County, and Pima County, Arizona. The West Valley Resort is located on the Nation's reservation land at 95th and Northern avenues. It will generate thousands of new jobs and more than $300 million in annual economic impact. For more information, visit

Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton gives annual State of the City Address

From Mayor Stanton’s annual State of the City Address, April 8, 2015.

"We used that team approach to create a permanent presence in Mexico, and I’m proud that my colleagues Councilmen Michael Nowakowski and Sal DiCiccio joined me to cut the ribbon for the Arizona-Mexico City Trade Office last October. Through the work of the Phoenix trade office, we’re already seeing results. Just last week, a successful veteran of Mexico’s construction industry relocated to Phoenix to open an office on Camelback for a new company – called CBA 21 – whose primary mission will be to help Arizona’s businesses gain the footing they need to work on large infrastructure projects in Mexico."

"Together, we put the skids on a runaway pension system – fixing problems exposed by the economic downturn. Under the new rules, pension spiking is gone and we will save Phoenix taxpayers $830 million over the next 25 years. But still, we can do better by both our employees and the taxpayers. So the City Council and I will be sending a measure to the voters this summer to create an even more sustainable system: reigning in the high pay-outs for those at the top, saving an additional $38 million. With that extra set of reforms, Phoenix will serve as a model for the rest of the country for how to design a smart, sustainable and fair retirement system."

Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton gives the annual State of the City Address at the Sheraton Downtown Hotel, on Wednesday, April 8, 2015.

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Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers and Glendale Police Chief Deborah Black and members of the Glendale Police Academy at the CPAAG Car Show on Saturday, April 4, 2015. The event was held at Sanderson Ford in Glendale, 64000 N. 51st Avenue, Glendale.

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Best of show was a 1969 Chevelle Super Sport belonging to Rick Kahrs

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3166.

The 1941 Willys Coupe Pro-Street is owned by Tim and Debby (chief!) Black.

The car show expected over 100 show cars. The Glendale Police Department K-9 Unit gave a demonstration at 10:00 a. m. The Forensics Unit had a mock crime scene set up throughout the day for people to solve. 

Proceeds from this year’s fundraised will go towards helping the Glendale Police Department Forensics Unit acquire  new work equipment. The Forensics Unit is looking forward to having more ergonomically correct work tables and color balanced lighting.

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Most people would not consider this to be something to do on a Saturday morning. Sgt. Ernie Ochoa is a member of the Glendale K-9 Unit and is working with a four legged partner Malchi (meaning ‘my messenger’) and Officer M. Griffith.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3141.

Forensics Technicians Shawna Davis and Gina Carter need new work tables and lighting. Their current equipment is out dated and not as ergonomically as it should be for them kind of intense close work they do on a daily basis.

Bette Sharpe/Glendale Daily Planet no. 3170.

CPAAG Car Show, Saturday, April 4, 2015 at Sanderson Ford in Glendale raised funds for new equipment for Glendale’s Forensics Unit.