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In no particular order but they are prior to jan 1 2011
GLENDALE
GLITTER & GLOW BLOCK PARTY
SAYS FAREWELL TO HOLIDAY SEASON JANUARY 8
Glendale
Glitters goes out with a bang with its annual finale to the season,
the Glendale Glitter and Glow Block Party on Jan. 8, from 4-11 p.m.
with fun for the whole family!
Take in the stunning 1.5 million lights along with more than 20 hot
air balloons glowing brightly amidst the trees throughout 16 blocks
of Historic Downtown Glendale.
Thousands
of people are expected to stroll along the closed downtown streets
and watch tethered balloons gently expand as pilots fire them
up, enjoying more than a dozen bands performing rock, blues, reggae,
country and jazz music as well as vibrant street performers for a
climactic finale to a festive season.
This
year, attendees can cap off the evening with the “After Glow,”
featuring Arizona’s favorite rock band, The Chadwicks, performing
from 9:30-11 p.m.
Free
parking shuttles will be available from 3:30 until 11:30 p.m. for
attendees from Glendale Community College, located off of 59th
Avenue, north of Olive Avenue.
A
fun highlight of this year’s event involves a craze sweeping the
nation – Silly Bandz! Not only will event sponsor Bookman’s be
giving out limited edition hot air balloon Silly Bandz, but they
will also host a Silly Bandz Trading Event. Collectors of the
popular arm accessories know that trading them with friends is half
the fun of collecting them, and kids are encouraged to bring as many
as they like to meet up and trade with others from across the
Valley. The Trading Event will be held at the Bookman’s booth,
located on 57th Drive, north of Glendale Avenue. The free
Silly Bandz are limited in number and available on a first-come,
first-served basis.
For
the first time, event attendees will have the option of paying for
preferred parking in the two downtown garages, located at City Hall,
and the Bank of America building, both accessible from 59th Avenue.
The preferred parking fee is $10. For those who like the free
parking option, shuttles run all evening long, and pick up from the
northeast parking lots of the college. In addition, surface
and street parking in and around the downtown remain free.
Glendale’s
Glitter and Glow Block Party is sponsored by ABC-15, KMLE Country,
KOOL-FM, 101.5 JAMZ, The Arizona Republic, Sedona Pines, Pacific
Monarch, Dunkin Donuts, Monster Energy Drink, Glendale Community
College and the Phoenix Coyotes.
For
more information, call our Special Events Hotline at 623-930-2299,
or visit www.glendaleaz.com/events.
By
Monica Alonzo, Tue.,
Dec. 14 2010 @ 5:25PM Phoenix New Times http://blogs.phoenixnewtimes.com/valleyfever/2010/12/glendale_city_council_voting_t.php
"Talking
Trash"
1st
Indoor International Road-e-o
and Touch-A-Truck at the
University of Phoenix Stadium
By
Ed and Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet Article
in Progress!
GLENDALE,
Ariz. –Garbage trucks and their drivers
rolled into the city of Glendale from all
over the globe to participate in the
International SWANA Road-E-O. The
competition took place at the University of
Phoenix Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, from 8
a.m. to noon.
Coined the Olympics for garbage truck
drivers, this competition puts the best of
the best drivers’ skills to the test on a
fierce competitive course. It is a
competition designed to measure a driver’s
skill behind the wheel as well as their
knowledge of safety regulations and
equipment.
The public watched this free
exciting competition and also attended the
“Talking Trash” community event,
sponsored by Beall Trailers of Arizona,
which tool place outside the stadium
with the following activities :
Carter
(tan shirt) and Andy (orange shirt) along
with their friend, Evan Brown (maroon shirt)
and Liz Schmitt accept pencils made from
recycled materials from Tom Tickenoff, Solid
Waste Inspector with the City of Glendale.
Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
amazing
fact: : For example, old athletic shoes
can be recycled into a floor covering that
is cushy and does not seem to show wear,
even under pretty heavy foot traffic.
·
Touch-A-Truck: See and touch a variety
of sanitation collection and disposal trucks
and check out the very first automated
side-load garbage truck in Arizona (The Son
of Godzilla).
· Recycling Games and Activities: We
spun the wheel of waste and partook of fun,
interactive recycling games. In
addition, there were inflatables for
kids and informational booths.
· West Side Food Bank Raffle:
People donated canned food or
non-perishable items and entered to win
great prizes. Plus, Glendale residents will
be eligible for the extra-special prize of a
commemorative recycling container!
Saturday, September 4 was a day
for tucks.Family activities
included Touch-A-Truck vehicles were
all cleaned up for the show working trucks were ready to be touched and
sat in.They do look bigger
the closer you get to them.
In
addition, there were information booths for recycling projects and information.For example, old athletic shoes can be recycled into a floor
covering that is cushy and does not seem to show wear, even under pretty
heavy foot traffic.
LET'S
PLAY... WHEEL OF... RECYCLING!
Young
recyclers.Andy
Bobbi (in the navy shirt and age 2 1/2)
waits his turnto
recycle.
“We are excited to host this
prestigious event as it attracts people from
around the country to compete in the
ultimate championship among the best
sanitation operators,” said Stuart
Kent, Glendale Field Operations Director. “For
years, city of Glendale employees have had
the privilege of competing in this
significant competition and have come back
home with top honors.”
Not
only was this the first of this
type of event for Glendale but it was
the FIRST EVER indoor 'International
SWANA Road-E-O'.
It is good to know
that your are appreciated in the job
you do and, Mayor Elaine Scruggs, City of
Glendale, Arizona had a special
message for the
participants when she spoke
at the awards dinner following the
days competitive activities, She stated, "I
want to thank all of you who serve the
public in landfill operations jobs.Your skills must be at the highest
level, you must respond to increasingly
complex environmental regulations, and you
must continually find ways to cut costs
while keeping level of service up.You are appreciated more that you
usually are told."
A City of Phoenix truck participates in the 2010 SWANA indoor
competition.A judge in thebackground
carefully watches the driver's actions.The drivers in these competitions
have all ready won awards for their
abilities in their SWANA chapter Road-E-O.In fact, to qualify for their event
each driver must have placed first or second
in his or her event category at the Chapter
Road-E-O.To be driving today, means they know
their stuff and are competing with the best
of the best.
Republic Services,
a waste collection, recycling, transfer and
disposal company, is one of the sponsors of
the SWANA International Road-E-O.Headquarters for Republic Services are
located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
No cones were harmed
during this segment. Most of the trucks used during the
Road-E-O were provided by the City of Glendale.
All cones seen here remained standing waiting for the next driver
These
drivers are used to parkingin tight places, nevertheless, it is stillchallenging.
A
tight fit.This truck driver'sgoal
is not to touch any of the threewhite bars.This truck is a roll off.
A
judge measures how well the
driver of the roll off did.
(
Visitors
from far away! Two competition drivers are Lawrence Rinck and Jeremy
Bolick.Both men are from
North Carolina and drive real loaders.
2010 Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) International Truck Road-E-O Competition
Place Name Organization Total Points Time
Automated Sideloader
1st Daniel Lugo City of Phoenix, AZ 360 5.25
2nd Frank Saavedra City of Mesa, AZ 340 7.46
3rd Bradley Robertson City of Plano, TX 300 5.03
Front Loader
1st James Mark City of Largo, FL 315 7.15
2nd David Cable City of Mesa, AZ 310 9.47
3rd Bill Cummings City of Mesa, AZ 290 7.41
Rear Loader
1st Jason Black Town of Gilbert, AZ 320 7.36
2nd Ruben Mori City of Phoenix, AZ 310 6.54
3rd Don Curry Waste Management, NJ 265 6.57
RollOff
1st John D'Agnese City of Surprise, AZ 265 6.5
2nd Jamie Hayes City of Largo, FL 250 9.32
3rd Andres Henjes City of Largo, FL 245 10.54
Tractor Trailer
1st Andrew Wihr City of Clearwater, FL 230 17.25
2nd Daniel Perkins MRF, NC 220 11.43
3rd Daniel Palomo City of Houston, TX 215 10.52
Mechanic
1st David Marthini City of Mesa, AZ 60 3.2
2nd Steve Carrizoza City of Glendale, AZ 60 3.29
3rd Stephen Winston B&J, KY 60 4.97
Landfill Competition
Place Name Organization Total Points Time
Scraper
1st Bobby Swadley City of Phoenix, AZ 42 8.43
2nd Hershel Wright City of Glendale, AZ 34 5.5
3rd Jesse Simonsen Waste Management, UT 34 8.22
Front End loader
1st Mark Wheeler Maryland Environmental, MD 46 5.55
2nd Charles Henson City of Phoenix, AZ 46 7.58
3rd Steve Morales Waste Management, AZ 42 5.56
Dozer
1st Fabian Mitchell Waste Management, NM 40 6.45
2nd Jaime Gonzales City of Phoenix, AZ 40 7.02
3rd Gabriel Rodriquez City of Denton, TX 36 5.18
Compactor
1st Greg Warburton Trans-Jordan Cities, UT 40 11.47
2nd John Collins Rumpke, OH 32 9.13
3rd Nathaniel Yazzie Salt River Landfill,AZ 30 7.21
Glendale
Firefighters' Living
Healthier Safer LivesProgram on Downing Awareness held Saturday, August 28
at Sanderson Ford in Glendale
Photos
and story by Bette Sharpe
Cole
Kutis, age12, and Lisa Kutis, Public Information and Community
Relations, Glendale Fire Department; reminded everyone
Saturday to keep a constant vigil around water.
Glendale Fire
Chief, Mark Burdick, presented a drowning impact awareness
proclamation, as part of the Live Healthier
Safer Lives program, by practicing water
safety.In
Maricopa County so far this year, 30 deaths, including 13
children, have resulted from 100 water related incidents.
August
is Drowning Impact Awareness Month and the members of the
Glendale Fire Department would like to remind the community to
practice the ABCs of water safety.
Adult Supervision – eye-to-eye contact
Barriers – pool fences, self-closing, self-latching gates, nets,
alarms, etc.
remember
layers of protection
Classes – Learn to Swim and CPR
More
information on Living Healthier
Safer Lives can be found on Glendale Fire
Departments website, www.glendaleaz.com/fire.
-
Another program in the Glendale Firefighter's Live Safer
Healthier Lives Program
Stop
Hunger Now!Food for the Hungry Boxing
Event at Sanderson Ford, in Glendale Photos and
story by Bette Sharpe
Stop
Hunger Now is an international organization that coordinates the distribution of
food and other life-saving materials worldwide.The organization's mission is to end world hunger.Volunteers of this organization are given the
opportunity to package dehydrated, high protein meals for use
in emergency areas, like the flooded areas of Pakistan.This is just what to place today at Sanderson Ford in
Glendale, Arizona!
Sanderson
Ford purchased or sponsored 50,000 meals at today's event.With the help of 200-300 volunteers, "51,008 meals were
packed", reported Sanderson Ford staff member Dave Tedder.
It all happened in just 74 minutes!Each box of food weighed 33 pounds.The boxes of food are headed to flood ravished Pakistan
and should there Sunday, August 29 or shortly after.
51,008 thirty-three
pound boxes of food were packed
and wrapped for shipping today by the Stop Hunger Now organization.
The food is headed to Pakistan.The rice and soy meal packet included in each box will feed
six people.
William Bailey,
Program Coordinator for Stop Hunger Now and Joe Lambert
get ready to load the much needed food
boxes into the awaiting truck.
Starting
from the left, Jack Keller, Pat Madoche, Sue
Lambert, Mary Madoche and Mark Witthar helped with today's
event.
The
Product! (Scan by Ed Sharpe)
A SIDE
TRIP THOUGH A CAMPING RIG...
A
treasure found on the floor on display at Sanderson Ford
Promising
an “academic village” at ASU’s West
campus, President Michael
Crow laid out his vision
for the future of the westside institution.
Story
By Markus Risinger - @west
Copy Editor - Special to the Glendale Daily
Planet
Photos by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
--------------------------
Below:
(L) Dr Michael Crow ASU Prisident is greeted
by (R) Jack Lundsford CEO of WESTMARC,
who was the host for this forum.
Speaking
in front of more than 100 people at the Glendale Civic Center
this week, ASU President
Michael Crow described the current
state of affairs in Arizona,
as well as his plans for ASU to help the state get back on
track.
At
a luncheon organized by WESTMARC, a leadership coalition of 15
communities in Western
Maricopa County, Crow explained how the U.S. is
defeating itself “by [its] own success,” as production has
grown so efficient that fewer workers can produce more than in
years past. In high-growth states like Arizona, Crow said that
the absence of economic diversity is the greatest contributor
to what he described as “the worst economic shock in
Arizona’s history” in 2009. According to Crow, 12 percent
of Arizonans who held jobs at the end of 2008 no longer held
them at the end of 2009.
Crow
told West Valley leaders that he believes ASU’s West campus
will play an integral role if Arizona is to compete with the
rest of the country. He explained that, in order to secure
Arizona’s future, “We have to win in the knowledge game.
We have to win in the knowledge production game. We have to
win in the idea game.” This would mean graduating 30,000
additional students in the state each year if Arizona is to
reach the national average, Crow said. Further development of
ASU’s “One University, Many Places” policy will aid in
this venture, according to Crow, who urged those in attendance
to think of the university as geographically unbound.
President
Crow elaborated on his plan to acquire private funding to
build an “academic village” at the West campus, where
students would live in dormitories sorted by colleges, as well
as having greater access to academic facilities, dining and
other resources.
West
campus’ New
College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences will
experience tremendous growth in the years to come, Crow said,
mostly due to the fact that Tempe’s College of Liberal Arts
and Sciences has grown larger than the entire University of
Oregon. Programs will eventually be routed to West in order to
accommodate more students. Crow cited this plan as the reason
ASU moved the rest of the West campus’s programs elsewhere
in 2009, while making no mention of the budget crisis that the
university faced at the time. The New College should also
expect to receive a new name in the near future, similar to
the restructuring and rebranding of the former College of Teacher
Education and Leadership, now the Mary
Lou Fulton Teachers College.
When
asked by Arizona District 10 Senator
Linda Gray (Shown at left) when the West campus
and its surrounding communities should expect growth to return
after thousands of students were forced to move closer to
downtown Phoenix and Tempe last year, Crow assured that he is
“100% confident that the West campus is on track.” He gave
no timetable, however, for when he expects the population to
reach the 15,000-20,000 students he projects will attend the
West campus in the future. Crow insisted that West has a
“very, very important assignment” to provide a platform
from which West Valley students can launch their careers, but
there was little in his speech to suggest when - or if - that
assignment will ever become one of ASU’s top priorities.
L- Jack Lundsford
CEO WESTMARC - R- Dr. Michael Crowe President of ASU
The League of Arizona Cities and Towns Annual Conference
• Welcome - Elaine Scruggs, Mayor, GlendaleVIDEO
Opening General Session
9:00am in Solana Ballroom
Presider: Boyd Dunn, Mayor, Chandler, President, League of Arizona Cities and Towns
• Invocation - Lieutenant Colonel Walter Cochran, Senior Chaplin, Luke Air Force Base
• Presentation of Colors - Glendale Police and Fire Honor Guard
• Parade of Flags/Celebration of Cities & Towns -
Cary Pfeffer, Communication Consultant, Founder, ClearComm Consulting
• Welcome - Elaine Scruggs, Mayor, Glendale
Photo by Ed Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet
A
Few Shots of Mayor
Elaine Scruggs of
Glendale at the
Event!
Photo by Ed Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet
August
26, 2010 - Arizona
League of Cities and
Towns
The
Executive Committee of
the Arizona League of
Cities and Towns
presents Mayor Elaine
Scruggs with a 20 year
service award for her
time in office at the
Award Dinner of the
Arizona League of
Cities and Towns
Annual Conference on
August 26, 2010. Mayor
Scruggs joined Elected
Officials and staff
from all 91 Arizona
Cities and Towns at
the Arizona League of
Cities and Towns
Annual Conference,
held at the Glendale
Renaissance Hotel and
Spa at Westgate. The
occasion marked the
first time in the
League’s 73-year
history that the
three-day conference
was held in the west
valley
Photo by Ed Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet
Mayor
Elaine Scruggs with El
Mirage Councilmember,
Roy Delgado and El
Mirage Mayor Elect,
Lana Mook.
Big
Red, the mascot for
the Arizona Cardinals,
carries in the
Glendale flag for the
opening ceremonies at
the Arizona League of
Cities and Towns
Annual Conference. The
conference was held
right in Big Red’s
backyard at the
Renaissance Hotel and
Spa.
Photo by Bette Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet
Friday Nite
Lights Dog Days of Summer - The Event!
This Was....
Dog Days of
Summer Heats up in
Glendale With Four Legged Fun and Frosty Treats
By Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily
Planet
Historic Downtown Glendale
& Catlin Court was "Dog Central" on Friday,
August 20th. The third friday of every month is
Friday Nite Lights in Glendale and this month was
celebrating the Dog Days of Summer.
60 dogs and their proud
masters hit the pavement to participate in the merchant
festivities including a pet parade and the awarding of
the coveted 'Best Dog Days of Summer ' Award
Gaye
& Kim Wineland holding Tori & Chole, Rebecca
& Mason Bartman from Peaces of Life Boutique, &
Linda Moran-Whittley from Papa Ed's Ice Cream. Tori and
Chole won thecompetition
for "Best of Dog Days of Summer" and were
awarded a gift basket valued at $50.00 plus First Place
Medallion from Peaces of Life. Photo by Ed Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet
What
a great evening! There were fresh baked doggy treats, aura
pictures or the canines, animal communicator readings, a
pet story time, and a real treat with folks having
the chance to meet Topaz the Glendale Fire Dept. dog.
The dog
parade on 58th Avenue started from PINK HOUSE near
Glendale Ave. and ended up at Papa Ed's for Frosty Pays Doggie
Ice Cream Treats and these hounds needed it after that long
hot walk!
There
was a competition for "Best of Dog Days of Summer"
and the
lucky winner was the reciepient of the coveted First
Place Medallion supplied by Peaces of Life plus a gift basket
valued at $50.00
with items contributed by Pets Mart, Papa Ed's, Country
Maiden, Drawn to Comics, & Pink House.
Lorraine Pino, Glendale CVB Manager stated, "The
visitors from as far away as Tonopah expressed their delight
with this new themed event and the opportunity to explore the
downtown with an evening dedicated to dogs."
Other
downtown merchants participating in
the fun promotions and activities for this eventwere:
The Country Maiden: Meet & Greet with Topaz the dog
from the Glendale Fire Department 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Ragazza Boutique (New location) : Pet hair accessories,
organic pet food
The Glendale Shoe Company: Watering stations
The Open Door: Free 4 x 6 photograph of your dog with a
donation to the Pet Food Drive for Sun Valley Animal Shelter.
In addition an Animal Communicator giving Pet Readings on four
legged friends that visited.
Shelley's Specialty Desserts: Fresh baked dog treats.
Drawn to Comics - Free dog treat
Glendale
Visitors Center also known as the Convention
and Visitors Bureau (CVB ) were
accepting donations for the Sun Valley Animal Shelter.
Papa
Ed's Ice Cream: $1.00 Frosty Paw special if you bring in
a Back-to-School item. Water stations in the garden.
Benefit Pet Boutique for Sun Valley Animal Shelter -
make a donation and select (1) item from clothes rack and
table (merchandize valued from $8.99 - $32.99)
Pink House: was
the starting point for the Pet Parade which proceeded up 58th
avenue and culminated at Papa
Ed's Ice Cream Garden. All participants received
a FREE Frosty Paw and were entered into the competition for
"Best of Dog Days of Summer" The lucky winner toreceive the coveted First Place Medallion
supplied by Peaces of Life plus a gift basket valued at $50.00
with items contributed by Pets Mart, Papa Ed's, Country
Maiden, Drawn to Comics, & Pink House.
Gaye Wineland holding
Award winning Chole, who along with her pal Tori won
the competition for "Best of Dog Days of
Summer" and were awarded a gift basket valued at
$50.00 plus First Place Medallion from Peaces of Life.
Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
A
great time was had by all in spite of the heat!! TheDogs were sure happy toeat some Frosty Paws Doggie Ice Cream treats at the
end of the journey!
Due
to the success of the event it will be held in the downtown
area but Linda from Papa Ed's Ice Cream stated "I
am gong to ask another merchant if I can switch my month
sponsorship to see if I can move this event up to June!
Danica
Coral of Pink House shown here with
the prize gift basket with items
contributed
by Pets Mart, Papa Ed's, Country Maiden,
Drawn to Comics, & Pink House.
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Glendale officer's dream of police museum
takes final form.
By Ed
Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet
The
Glendale Police Department lobby is the new home of the new
expanded Glendale Police Department Museum. The police museum
was relocated from its previous site at 6821 North 57 Avenue,
at the FOP Lodge, providing a more permanent home which will
offer greater accessibility to city employees, citizens and
visitors. The Glendale Police Museum is one of a very few
museums of its kind in Arizona and is proudly dedicated to the
men and women in law enforcement.
The Glendale Civic Pride Ambassadors
have recently awarded a grant to retired Officer Dan Kallberg
to fund the Glendale Police Department Museum in the police
station. With this grant, the lobby was transformed to reflect
a professional, tasteful display of Glendale Police Department
history. The project's completion is timely as this is
Glendale's 100th year of existence as a city!
In consultation with the City of
Glendale Arts Department, areas of the lobby were identified
with thematic colors used to reflect exhibit space. Along with
over 100 years of Glendale Police Department memorabilia, the
museum will be an exciting and lasting reflection of our law
enforcement history.
For those of us that used to
visit the museum when it was located in the old FOP Lodge, this
new surroundings and display techniques enhance
the artifacts and information that are presented.
Dan was lucky to have that time
at the FOP lodge, as it was his start and testing ground
for displays and a focus point where people could come
to visit, learn, and endow the collection with
even more information and artifacts. These early days were
indeed pivotal to the larger entity it has now become
and Dan does not forget his roots.
There was a wonderful open house
to inaugurate the museum's new quarters
Friday afternoon 8/20/2010 with a warm opening provided by
Chief Conrad, an introduction by retired Officer
Dan Kallberg followed by one of Dan's fact filled entertaining
tours. We could bring up stories and details here
but... we feel it best that you experience
them in a linier fashion in the presence of the physical
artifacts in the museum... so... Go Visit!
All the artifacts are wonderful, but
it is Dan's knowledge of the history and storytelling ability
that make it really come alive and captivate the visitor. The
future? Dan has a job to train volunteers to the
depth of knowledge and ability to entertain that he has acquired.
We ware not going to show you all the
displays... not even tell you in detail about
them... as you have to go see and experience them
for yourselves! --ES
Retired Officer Dan Kallberg,
The curator of the Glendale
Police Museum, guides visitors through 100 years of police history.
Motorcycles
were part of Glendale Police Department early
history Retired Officer Dan Kallberg explains....
Investigations - Fingerprinting
and Mug Shots... Retired
Officer Dan Kallberg explains....
Glendale
Police Museum
Goal:To
preserve the past and document the present so we can have it
for the future.
Location:
6835 N 57th Drive, Glendale, AZ 85301 Museum Hours: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m.
– 5:00 p.m. Office Hours: Monday and Wednesday from 10:00
a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Curator:
Dan Kallberg, Retired Glendale Police Officer Office Phone: 623-930-3486
(Funding
made possible by a grant from the Glendale Civic Pride
Ambassadors
and donations by Glendale Wal-Mart store.)
Below you will find a capsulated
history or Glendale Police Department provided to us by the
City of Glendale
The
History of the Glendale Police Department
Glendale was
founded in 1892, primarily because of the fertile land of the
Salt River Valley, which was ideal for agriculture. Glendale
was a quiet, religious community based on strong family
values; a great place to raise a family. The community
grew and prospered and in 1910, with a population of
approximately 1,000 residents, Glendale was incorporated.
The Glendale
area, which had been patrolled and cared for previously by the
Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, now would have its own
marshal. The City elected M.R. Wells, who opposed J.D. Rudd, a
well-known lawman, to be the first marshal. Due to the
City’s small size, merchants were deputized to assist
Marshall Wells when necessary.
By 1915,
Glendale had hired a night watchman to look after the City
during the late evening hours. The watchman was even required
to purchase his own flashlight! At this time, communication
with the police department was via a telephone operator. After
receiving a call from a citizen, the operator would ring a
bell or flash a light atop the city water tower to alert the
officer of a call for service.
As the City’s
population grew, so, of course, did traffic congestion. The
town council authorized the police department to purchase a
Harley Davidson motorcycle. In fact, in 1929, James Q. Shaw,
the police department’s ninth marshal, was hired partly
because he knew how to ride a motorcycle.
During the
1930’s, the City’s major concerns were the increased
traffic problems and bootleggers. Louie Gay, a deputy marshal
for Glendale, not only rode a motorcycle, but also flew
airplanes. As a matter of fact, Louie built an airplane behind
his house using a motorcycle engine. He spent a good deal of
his time flying around the City looking for bootleggers and
illegal Chinese immigrants.
The decade of
the 1940’s and World War II brought about changes not only
to the City of Glendale but also to the entire State of
Arizona. As the federal government constructed new defense
plants and airfields, job opportunities flourished and the
population skyrocketed. Although many men left home to serve
their country, the police department saw very little turnover.
After the war ended, Glendale made it a priority to hire
veterans, including those who were handicapped. In 1948, the
State highway patrol gave the police department a used radio
system, the police department’s first ever system. The
department now had two-way radios in the patrol cars and a
dispatcher at the station! The department had only seven
officers at this time so everyone took turns working in the
radio room.
During the
1950’s, the population of Glendale nearly doubled, as did
the number of officers at the police department, growing from
nine to eighteen officers. In 1953 at the direction of Chief
Stanley Van De Putte, the department’s auxiliary, or reserve
program, commenced. After completing several weeks of
training, the reserve officers assisted with traffic control,
radio operations, vehicle safety checks, and other patrol
functions.
During the
60’s, Glendale’s population continued its steady increase
and the police force struggled to keep pace with its growth.
The patrol areas grew in size, thus increasing the number of
reports being filed. The police department was outgrowing its
facility. In 1963, the decision was made to move the police
department into a larger and more modern facility, combining
the police department, city court, and the Maricopa County
Sheriff’s Office.
At the
direction of Chief V. Allen Adams, the police department’s
training became more formalized with standardized training
classes now being conducted for all new police recruits. Prior
to this time, recruits read from books and rode with veteran
officers until the officers believed the recruits were ready
to be on their own. Training continued to be a priority for
the department throughout the 60’s and 70’s. Currently,
training for new police officers is a 16-week long curriculum
held at the Arizona Law Enforcement Academy. After graduation
from the academy, the new officers must train an additional
sixteen weeks with field training officers.
In 1976,
officers had portable radios, which were kept with them at all
times. This increased officer safety and communication with
the dispatcher at the station. A milestone for the Department
occurred in 1976 with the hiring of its first female officer,
Sheryl Roberts. Officer Roberts was assigned to the patrol
division and then later moved to the investigation section.
The Glendale
Police Department continued to grow with a sub-station in the
northern part of the city in the late 1980s. Also in the
80’s and 90’s, the department added several new specialty
Units, including the Tactical Operations Unit, the Narcotics
Enforcement Unit, a Bomb Squad, and a Bike Patrol Unit just to
name a few.
Today, the
Glendale Police Department has over 600 employees, serving
almost 250,000 citizens. The police department is proud of its
diversity and continues its dedication in serving the citizens
of Glendale.
"Celebrate the Past,
While Making New Memories" Friday Night
Lights In Catlin Court and Downtown Glendale Friday, September
17th with a little of the next day Saturday mixed in this
article too!
By
Ed and Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Continuing with Glendale’s
Centennial Celebration year, the Historic Downtown Business
community invited participants to partake in the September
Friday Nite Lights event on Friday, September 17th from 5-9
p.m. The event celebrates Glendale’s past and
allowed new memories for you in Glendale.
Activities included:
The Creative Quest
Making Memories Scrapbook. Attendees
to the event followed a Memory Trail to pick up scrapbook
memory cards featuring the history of many of the downtown
businesses. At the end of the trail, they took collected
scrapbook memory pages to The Creative Quest who
assisted in completing the scrapbook with covers,
ribbons and embellishments. The end prize? You got to take home
a beautiful Historic Downtown Glendale Scrapbook to
commemorate your evening. This event continued into the
week after so people could collect all the pages for
the History Scrap Book.
Left to right, The Creative
Quest owners Judy Ross and Kathie Shepherd.
Photo by Ed Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet.
Kathie Shepherd, Creative Quest holding sample of the scrap book.
Photo by Ed Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet.
Copy of the Celebrate the
Past, While Making New Memories, scrapbook cover.
The Creative Quest has offered to bind the completed
scrapbooks. They are located at 7146 N. 57th Drive,
Glendale, Arizona and their telephone number is 623-847-2215.
Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet.
Always a class going to make
something amazing at Creative Quest!
There is usually a class in session. The fall class
schedule is listed on
the web at www.thecreativequest.com.
The classes are inexpensive,
about $25.00. Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet.
The Country Maiden
Photo by Ed Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet.
The Country Maiden is celebrating their 20 Plus Anniversary with American folk art-trunk shows, refreshments,
they hosted the live music courtesy of Glendale Resident Juan Oskar www.juanoskar.biz
.
In honor of their 20 Plus Anniversary, 20 door
prizes were given away to lucky winners!
Visitors enjoyed their largest trunk show ever featuring many of their primitive country folk artists: SEW BE IT! By Greta Chirco, recognized by the American Folk Art museum Greta is featuring a trunk-full of her newest editions, a must see for any collector.
A special treat was for folks to meet the artist, Olivia Rose of Olive Rose and Michael Day of Designs by Day featuring great American made wood work designs.
Photo by Ed Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet.
Martha Campbell and the Spicery Return to Catlin Court
November 1, 2010
Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet.
Martha
brought fresh baked rolls to the Country Maiden for visitors
to enjoy and met
with people there at various parts of the
day of the evening event.
Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet.
Treasures at the Maiden!
Fall is here!
Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet.
Girlfriends Craft House
Jamie Tasche (left) & Nicole Houser (right) from Girlfriends Craft House. Ready for "Crafty Nite"
- Girlfriends Craft House hosted Craft Hours from 6-8
p.m. Girlfriend's Craft House is a craft co-op currently
showcasing the creations of 13 vendors, with more to come.
Where Crafters converge, conspire and create! 7163 N. 58th
Drive. Photo by Linda - Papa Ed's Ice Cream
New
business section inside 'THE OPEN DOOR'
Becky Norwood, Diva's &
Goddesses celebrates her grand opening of her section at
THE OPEN DOOR,
5836 W. Palmaire Ave., Glendale, Az 85301
- Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet.
GRAND OPENING NIGHT FOR: THE
OPEN DOOR "TOO"
7142 N 58th Drive, Glendale, Az 85301
This is Daniel Doolittle's creation
from Artistic Accents who is exclusive to
'THE OPEN DOOR TOO'. The sign says it all, it's
grand opening day at 7142 N. 58th Drive.
- Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet.
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– The Glendale Police Department needs your help in locating a
13 year old female named Lizbeth Cantu Denova. Lizbeth was last
seen by her mother leaving her home in the area of 47 Ave and
Orangewood Ave on Monday September 6, 2010 at approximately
11:00 a.m. Lizbeth left shortly after engaging in an argument
with her mom.
Lizbeth is a spanish female,
who is 5’00” in height and weighs 135 pounds.She has long brown hair and brown eyes. She has a small
scar between both of her eye brows a pierced bottom lip and was
last seen wearing a blue spaghetti strap shirt, blue jean shorts
with white sandals.
It is unknown where Lizbeth
might be and has been gone for an extended period of time. Up to
this point Lizbeth has not contacted any of her family members.
Anyone with information about Lizbeth Cantu Denova is
asked to call the Glendale Police Department at 623-930-3000.
Hospital
recommends flu shots as soon as they are available
Banner
Thunderbird provides information to guide public
GLENDALE,
Nearly 160 million
doses of influenza vaccine will become available throughout
the U.S in the coming weeks. This
is the first year in which CDC is recommending universal
immunization or to vaccinate everyone six months and older. ”The
flu vaccine for this year contains the pandemic 2009 H1N1
virus, a new H3N2 component, and the same B component that was
included in last year’s influenza vaccine,” stated Kris
Korte, RN, Certified Senior Infection Preventionist at Banner
Thunderbird. “In other words, there’s only one
vaccine for the 2010-2011 influenza season.”
Who
should receive the vaccine? “Everyone
six months and older.Special
vaccination efforts should be considered for high risk
individuals, as it is imperative these groups receive flu
vaccine to control the spread of disease,” Korte added.
Those who are considered to be at a higher risk for
complications include:
·Pregnant women
·People 50 and
older
·Infants and
young children (6 months to 4 years)
·Household
contacts or caregivers of children under 5 years and adults 50
and older
·Household
contacts or caregivers of infants under 6 months
·Residents of
nursing homes or long-term care facilities
·American
Indians/Native Alaskans
·People with
underlying medical conditions
·People in close
contact with those with underlying medical conditions
When
should you receive the vaccine? CDC
encourages everyone to receive the vaccine as soon as it
becomes available. Waiting is not necessary to extend
protection throughout the winter.
Is
the flu shot safe? Influenza vaccines have an excellent
safety record and the risk for the vaccine to cause serious
harm is extremely small. Mild problems such as
soreness or redness at the injection site, mild fever, or
general aches may appear one to two days after vaccination.
Additional
flu and flu vaccine resources can be found at:
Banner
Thunderbird Medical Center, located at 5555 W. Thunderbird
Road in Glendale, is part of Banner Health—a nonprofit
health system with 23 hospitals throughout the West.The 513-bed acute-care hospital offers a behavioral
health center, children’s center and dedicated outpatient
center. . In 2010, Thomson Reuters named Banner Health
one of the Top Ten Hospital Systems in the U.S.
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Glendale
Police Department
BAIT
Vehicle Theft and Arrest of Suspects
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– Just before 6am this morning, 9/23/10, a Glendale Police
Department BAIT Vehicle was stolen from the area of 61st and
Olive.The
suspects involved moved the vehicle to an apartment complex in
the area of 61st and Northern.Detectives from Glendale Police Department Auto-Theft
and Repeat Offender Squads were able to locate and establish
surveillance on the stolen vehicle.Shortly before 7am detectives watched an adult female
get into the BAIT Vehicle and three other adults get into a
separate vehicle which followed the BAIT Vehicle out of the
complex.
Detectives followed both vehicles until they
stopped momentarily at a convenience store at 59th Avenue and
Cactus Rd, where detectives and uniformed officers were able
to stop and detain all four without incident.Three out of the four detained were booked on various
felony charges involved in the situation.The three arrested were: 25 yr old Meghan M. Moses, who
was driving the BAIT vehicle, 27 yr old Nicolas B. Polischuk,
who was driving the follow-vehicle and was also armed with a
handgun, as well as 24 yr old Brandon W. Walls who was a
passenger in the follow-vehicle.All three suspects have prior criminal records
and were booked into the Maricopa County Jail
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Glendale
Police Want Citizens To Be Safe While Shopping During The
Holidays
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– The Glendale Police Department would like to remind
everyone to be alert, patient and mindful of safety while
shopping during the holiday seasons.This season can be a stressful and busy time; let
us to offer some crime prevention shopping tips to help keep
the holidays safe and enjoyable:
·If
possible, shop during the day. If you must shop at night do it
in groups, with family or friends.
·If
possible, pay for merchandise with a check or debit instead of
carrying large amounts of cash with you.
·Multiple
trips to your vehicle, dropping off purchased items is
discouraged; don’t make yourself a target. When
you’re done you’re done.
·Be
aware of scams. If
it’s too good to be true it probably is. Verify, prior to
conducting any type of business or giving any personal or
account information.And,
don’t buy anything from the trunk of anyone’s car.
·Be
very aware of your surroundings.If something or someone looks suspicious, walk away
from it to a safe location and report the activity.
For more information please contact Crime
Prevention Specialist Carol Bolick at (623) 930-2571.
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Rebecca A. Benná Elected to NRPA Board of Directors Glendale
Parks and Recreation Director Elected to National Board
ASHBURN, Va.,
Nov. 16, 2010 – The National Recreation and Park Association
(NRPA) recently elected Rebecca A. Bennáto the organization’s 2010-2011 Board of Directors.The announcement was made in late October during
NRPA’s Annual Congress & Exposition in Minneapolis,
Minn.
NRPA’s Board
of Directors is composed of 21 individuals, which are elected
for a period of three years.The Board of Directors are representative of NRPA’s
21,000 members, which include leaders in the park, recreation
and conservation movement, park and recreation professionals,
and individuals from corporations, industry suppliers,
commercial businesses, and volunteer and civic groups.
“Becky will
be an asset to our Board,” said Janna Rankin, chair of
NRPA’s Board of Directors.“She has supported the park and recreation movement
and NRPA’s mission on many levels throughout her career.We are excited to have her expertise and leadership
skills, which we know will contribute to achieving NRPA’s
goals and moving the association forward.”
Rebecca
has served as the Director of Parks and Recreation for the
City of Glendale since April 2005.Her department is one of less than 100 agencies in the
United States that has been successful in attaining national
accreditation, which is based on industry best practices.
The
National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated
to advancing park, recreation and conservation efforts that
enhance quality of life for all people. Through its network of
recreation and park professionals and citizens, NRPA
encourages the promotion of healthy lifestyles, recreation
initiatives, and conservation of natural and cultural
resources.For
more information, visit www.nrpa.org.
Glendale,
Ariz.
– Emily Linkey has been selected as Glendale Public Library’s Employee of
the Month for November.Emily was nominated by Ray Pearl, Security Guard at the
Foothills Branch Library, for the high energy and helpfulness
she exudes as a Librarian II in the Youth Department at
Foothills.
In his nomination letter,
Mr. Pearl points out one particular incident when Ms. Linkey
noticed a young boy sprinting out the front doors just prior
to closing time, when patrons are often rushing to beat the
clock and sometimes driving too fast.Ms. Linkey instinctively ran after the child and caught
up with him just as he reached the curb.She walked him back into the building and returned him
to his grandmother, who had not yet discovered him missing.
A potentially disastrous
situation was thwarted, thanks to Emily’s quick thinking.Ray writes, “Indeed everyday heroes really do
surround us.And
the age-old adage “it takes a village” rings true at the
Foothills Library, thanks to Ms. Linkey and the many other
employees just like her.”
Please stop by the Foothills Branch Library and
congratulate Emily!
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AWARD
NOMINATIONS BEING ACCEPTED
FOR
2011 PROMOTING INCLUSIVENESS AWARD
GLENDALE,
Ariz. -- The life and ideals
of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. are once again being celebrated
by the city of Glendale’s Diversity Committee as it seeks
nominations for its annual “Promoting Inclusiveness Award”
which will be presented at the 2011 Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr. Unity Day Luncheon in January 2011.
The
luncheon will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday,
Jan. 14, at the Glendale Civic Center, 5750 W. Glenn Drive.
Each
year in January, Glendale honors Dr. King and his ideals with
a luncheon that brings the community together in celebration
of King’s work and the on-going efforts to promote a
society that is just, peaceful and understanding.
Award
Nominations
All
members of the public are invited to nominate an individual
for the Promoting Inclusiveness Award who has made an impact
in Maricopa County. Nominees may be unsung heroes
working quietly to make a difference or recognized leaders who
use their influence to advance inclusiveness. To be
selected, nominees should go beyond the scope of their jobs to
promote inclusiveness in their actions and exhibit qualities
that are consistent with the ideals advocated by Dr. Martin
Luther, King, Jr.
Nomination
forms are available by logging on to www.glendaleaz.com/unityday
or contact Joe Hernandez at 623.930.3169. The deadline to
submit nominations is 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16, 2010.
Luncheon
Reservations
Tickets
to the event will go on sale in early December. The
luncheon, considered one of the state’s premier celebrations
of King’s life and ideals, was attended by several hundred
people last year. For more information regarding this event
and to purchase individual or table reservations8, please
contact the Glendale Convention and Visitors Bureau at
623-930-2955.
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AZ
Dental Assoc. Wins Award for Support of Smoke-Free Arizona
Organization
recognized during Great American Smokeout event
Arizona
Dental Association received a Health Leadership Award during
the Great American Smokeout event held in Phoenix. The award
recognizes AzDA’s ongoing work in the fight against
tobacco and its effort to promote a smoke-free environment.
PHOENIX
– The
Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.Arizona
Dental Association (AzDA)
received a Health Leadership Award today from Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking. The award recognizes AzDA’s
ongoing work in the fight against tobacco and its effort to
promote a smoke-free environment.
The
Arizona Dental Association was one of the first two
organizations to announce support for the “Smoke-Free
Arizona” Initiative in 2005. A year later, voters
approved Proposition 201 which established a smoke-free
workplace and public place law.
“On
behalf of the entire Arizona Dental Association membership,
we’re honored to receive this award,” said Mark Hughes,
President of the AzDA Board of Trustees, who accepted the
award at the ceremony. “As dentists we see first-hand
the devastating impact tobacco products have on oral health.
We’re proud to be a partner in the fight against the harmful
effects of tobacco and smoking.”
The
Arizona Dental Association was established in 1909 and is a
nonprofit professional organization representing a large
majority of the active licensed and practicing dentists in
Arizona. An affiliate of the American Dental Association
(ADA), AzDA’s goal is to establish the highest standard of
care for the public and support members in the pursuit of
professional excellence.
The
Health Leadership Award was presented at the Phoenix Indian
Medical Center as part of the Great American Smokeout event in
Phoenix.
Arizonans
Concerned About Smoking is
a non-profit, pro-health, organization that aims to save lives
throughpublic
awareness regarding the hazards of tobacco use and by
advocating public policy that promotes a more healthy
smoke-free society. For more information visit www.arizonansconcernedaboutsmoking.com.
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About
AzDA
Established
in 1909, the Arizona Dental Association (AzDA) is a nonprofit
professional organization representing a large majority of the
active licensed and practicing dentists in Arizona. Its
component societies are Central Arizona Dental Society,
Northern Arizona Dental Society and Southern Arizona Dental
Society. As a constituent of the American Dental Association,
AzDA encourages improvements in public oral health and
promotes the art and science of dentistry through leadership,
education and information. Approximately 5,000 dental
professionals attend AzDA’s annual Western Regional Dental
Convention (www.WesternRegional.org).
For more information about AzDA and its members, visit www.azda.org.
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Arizona
Farmers Give Bounty Back to Their Communities
Thanks
to Arizona farmers, $2,500 donations are available for local
eligible charities through
America’s
Farmers Grow CommunitiesSM program
ST.
LOUIS (Nov. 16, 2010) – The first Thanksgiving, celebrated
in Plymouth, Mass., marks an important milestone for
American agriculture. It was a time when people gathered
together to share the bounty of the land and to celebrate
their new-found sense of community and life in America.
While much has changed since that first Thanksgiving,
the sense of community and appreciation for agricultural
production are still integral components of the holiday. And
because of farmers, both of those ideals are still upheld.
The
America’s Farmers Grow CommunitiesSM program – an
initiative made possible by the Monsanto Fund – celebrates
Arizona farmers that feed, clothe and grow their communities
everyday. This program allows farmers to give back to those
organizations that they value most with the opportunity to
direct $2,500 to their favorite local nonprofit
organization, like the local FFA chapter, library, fire
department or elementary school. Now, with the expansion of
Grow Communities, Arizona farmers in three counties have
until December 31, 2010 to enroll and potentially impact
their hometowns in a monumental way.
Nearly
$1.2 million already has been donated in 10 states through
two pilot programs, impacting a variety of rural community
programs.
Maxine
Kauffman with the Navarre Senior Citiziens, said $2,500 is a
huge help to organizations like hers. Farmer Linda Haslouer
of Dickinson County directed those dollars to the
organization after being selected as a winner during the
second pilot earlier this year.
“The schoolhouse is
many years old and is in need of repairs and
general upkeep. It is the only building in the area large
enough to house the Lions Club, the Senior Citizens and
the 4-H club. In addition, it is used by families for many
social events. The gymnasium is used by the local youth
for recreation,” said Kauffman. “Since the church was
torn down a few years ago, it has been a very vital part in
keeping our community united. The people in the area are
thankful to Monsanto Fund and the Haslouers for this
donation.”
Youth
agricultural programs like 4-H and FFA, common recipients
receiving more than $432,000 in donations. And, another
roughly $430,000 was contributed to much needed improvements
in community emergency services, community groups and health
care initiatives.
Aside
from the local organization selected to win the $2,500, the
local United Way chapters will receive a $1 donation from
the Monsanto Fund with each farmer sign up, providing yet
another opportunity for farmers to make a difference in
their communities, just by signing up.
Farmers
can apply online at www.growcommunities.com
or by calling 1.877.267.3332. Farmers, age 21 and over, who
are actively engaged in farming a minimum of 250 acres of
corn, soybeans and/or cotton, or 40 acres of open field
vegetables, or at least 10 acres of tomatoes, peppers and/or
cucumbers grown in protected culture,are eligible.
The
program is open to qualifying farmers, and no purchase is
necessary in order to enter or win. In Arizona, one winner
will be drawn from each of the three participating counties.
Monsanto Fund will announce winning farmers and recipient
organizations in February 2011.
Eligible
counties in Arizona include: Maricopa, Pinal and Yuma.
Visit
www.growcommunities.com
to sign up and to learn more about the America’s Farmers
Grow Communities program. The project is part of a broad
commitment by Monsanto Fund to invest in farm communities,
in order to highlight the important contributions farmers
make every day to our society. To view the official rules
for this program, visit www.growcommunities.com
or send a written request to Eileen Jensen, 914 Spruce St.,
St. Louis, MO 63102.
About
Monsanto Fund
The
Monsanto Fund is the philanthropic arm of the Monsanto
Company. Incorporated in 1964, the Fund’s primary
objective is to improve the lives of people by bridging the
gap between their needs and their resources. Visit the
Monsanto Fund at www.monsantofund.org/asp/welcome.asp.
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Glendale
Police Make Arrest in
Saturday
Afternoon Bank of America Robbery
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– This past Saturday, just before noon, a man armed with a
knife entered and robbed the Bank of America at 5800 W
Thunderbird.The
suspect got away with approximately $4,400 and was reported to
have left in a white SUV.Glendale Police Officers and the FBI initially tracked the
suspect to a neighborhood near the bank, but were unable to
locate the person responsible at that time.
Glendale Violent Crimes
Investigators began work on the case Saturday afternoon, and
by late Monday evening they were able to identify 24 yr old
Shaun Szydelko as a prime suspect.Late Tuesday morning Glendale Fugitive Apprehension
Detectives were able to locate and arrest Szydelko without
incident.Subsequent
search warrants were served, and by Tuesday evening Szydelko
had confessed to the Bank Robbery.Shaun Szydelko was booked into the 4th
Avenue Jail on Tuesday November 16th for felony
charges related to the Robbery.
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Glendale
Police Arrest
“Too
Early for Halloween Bandits”
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– Investigators from the Violent Crimes Squad arrested the
two suspects involved in the “Too Early for Halloween
Bandit”Robbery
Series.
On September 13 and
October 13 of this year, after dark, the box office at the AMC
Arrowhead Towne Center Theatre was robbed by a suspect wearing
a Halloween mask.The
first time it was a hockey mask with a hoodie jacket and the
second time it was bloody disfigured face.Glendale Detectives believed that the robberies were
committed by the same suspect, and working together with AMC
Corporate they identified that 21 yr old Joseph Cota, an AMC
Arrowhead employee might be involved.Further investigation revealed that Cota conspired on
both occasions with a friend, 21 yr old Matthew Grob, to rob
the Glendale theatre.On both occasions Cota was working the box office when Grob
approached in different Halloween masks and demanded money.
Detectives working the case served search warrants at
the homes of Cota and Grob, recovering evidence which tied
them to the robberies.Both suspects confessed
to the crimes and were booked on November 10, 2010 for felony
charges related to both robberies.
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Glendale
Recreation Centers Closed
for
Maintenance and Holidays
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– The Glendale Parks and Recreation Department’s Foothills
Recreation & Aquatics Center and Glendale Adult Center
will have modified hours and closures for the holidays and
annual maintenance.
The
Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, 5600 W. Union
Hills Dr.,hours
are as follows:
§5:30 a.m. – 5
p.m., Friday, Dec. 31 for New Year’s eve.
§9 a.m. – 5 p.m.,
Saturday, Jan. 1 for New Year’s day.
The
Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W Brown St., hours are as follows:
§Closed, Nov. 25-27,
for Thanksgiving.
§Closed, Dec. 24-25,
for Christmas.
§Closed, Dec. 31 and
Jan. 1, for New Year’s.
For questions or
information call Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center at
623-930-4600 and the Glendale Adult Center at 623-930-4321.
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Divas
and Goddesses invites you to share in celebrating their Grand
Opening Friday November 19 from 5-9p.m. andSaturday, November 20 from 10 – 5 p.m.
Divas and Goddesses - Visit our New Retail Location:5849 W. Palmaire Ave.Glendale, AZ
85301
(In Historic Catlin Court - Across the street from the Spicery!)
Photo
by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Divas and Goddesses
invites you to share in celebrating their Grand Opening Friday
November 19 from 5-9p.m. andSaturday, November 20 from 10 – 5 p.m.
Divas and Goddesses
is both an online and a retail boutique filled to the brim
with lingerie that varies from classy, beautiful to risqué.Their sizing ranges from extra small to 6X as they seek
to show women be they slender, voluptuous or anything in
between, they can indeed find beautiful intimate apparel that
will flatter.
Becky Norwood Divas and Goddesses
Photo
by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Their
product line includes a full variety from corsets that can be
worn for a night on the town, to gorgeous peignoir sets,
babydolls, hosiery, garters and more.
The mission of
Divas and Goddesses is to remind women to be the Diva, the
Goddess that they truly are. It is only by taking time for
fun, pampering and replenishing our feminine side that we can
strike the balance we need in our hectic lives.
They host in store
fabulously fun Dazzling Diva Glamour parties that include
make-up, glamour hair do, rock star toes, boas, hats, gloves
and a selection of lingerie and jewelry, then posing for a
glamour photo session.Talk
about lots of giggles and good times!
Gentlemen are
welcome.Be it
the special gift for a birthday, Christmas, valentines or just
because, there is definitely a lot to choose from.Once the purchase is made they offer gift wrapping and
shipping.For the
gentlemen not brave enough to purchase, we offer gift
certificates.
Their bridal
collection is exquisite as well.
While the boutique
is small, Divas and Goddesses has a unique blend of gifts and
accessories that complement their lingerie line.
Becky Norwood Divas and Goddesses Photo
by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
As
part of the grand opening celebration Divas and Goddesses will
be hosting mini dazzling diva sessions.A professional gold buyer will be on hand, offering
immediate payout. So if old unwanted gold jewelry such as
rings, earrings and necklaces, bring it in and you will have
some spending money!Lots of in store specials, door prizes a refreshments.
Visit our New Retail Location:5849 W. Palmaire Ave.Glendale, AZ
85301
(In Historic Catlin Court - Across the street from the Spicery!)
LIST
OF EVENTS
Grand
Opening Event at Divas and Goddesses – November 19th
& 20th 5849 W. Palmaire Ave.
Enjoy
being a Diva! Be
the Goddess YOU are!
These
are the items we have slated for your enjoyment while
supporting our business.
Friday night from 5-9 we will have a DJ on site, playing
music and keeping the place humming.
Both Friday Night and Saturday from 10 - 5, we have
fantastic in store specials and Dazzling Diva Glamor
Sessions.
1- Bring all your old gold pieces that are sitting in the
bottom of your jewelry boxes. We have a professional
gold buyer on hand. You will be paid on the spot.
2- Mary Kay Cosmetic Beauty Make-Over by Debbie Davis
3- Rock Star Toes by Tori
4- Glamor Hair Do by Cheryl of Hair by Cher
5- Specialized Jewelry selections by Victoria with Lia
Sophia, and Noemi of Unique Expressions
6- Select pieces of lingerie, combining boas, hats and
accessories for a fabulous Glamor Photo session with
Memory Lane Photography.
7- Della will be on hand for bra fitting sessions. Did
you know that it is reported that 95% of women wear improper
Bbra sizes?
8- Displays of Somewhitier Arts by Laura and special wood
working crafts from Mike and Dona of Sew or Saw.
9- Gift Certificates are available with a special gift card
made exclusively for Divas and Goddesses by Auntie Jo.
10- Great in store specials!
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Contact
Information
Becky
Norwood
Divas and Goddesses
Visit our New Retail Location:
5849 W. Palmaire Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85301
(In
Historic Catlin Court - Across the street from the
Spicery!)
A
Shot of Java is celebrating 4 years serving Coffee in Historic
Glendale.
Friday
November 19th and Saturday, November 20th. We are pleased to
announce we are back to our regular hours Mon- Tues 8am -
5pm and Wed and Thurs 8am-pm, Friday 8-11pm, Sat 9am -10pm,
Sun 10-4pm. We are also very happy to show off the
New Alley Walkway.This Friday night Karokee at 7:30pm
and Saturday Larry Hill 12:00pm until 2:00pm and 7-10pm
the Stomphouse band with Forrest Smith.They play classic rock and blues. Please stop by and
help celebrate with us. We will love to see you. Come
in and celebrate with us, have a locally baked treat or
a glass of champagne or wine. (while they last.)
See
you all this weekend,
Lisa
Dowd
A Shot of Java llc
7003 N 58th Ave.
Glendale,Az 85301
623-847-2423
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Polkadots
and Pinwheels Opening!
We
are pleased to welcome our newest neighbor, Polkadots
and Pinwheels, located at 6837 N. 58th Avenue, adjacent to
Subway.
The
shop is a whimsical children's boutique relying on the local
creations of fellow crafters to fill the store with all things
children, up to about age 8, both boys and girls, and some
Ladies/Mommies stuff as well!
GLENDALE, Ariz. –
Historic downtown Glendale will soon be buzzing 24/7 as
Glendale fills more office space with the addition of
Southwest Ambulance’s Dispatch Operations. Last night the
Glendale City Council approved a 10-year lease for the
company to rent out all of the remaining 10,000 square foot
space at the city owned Promenade at Palmaire at 5835 W.
Palmaire Avenue.
The
lease will become effective November 1 and come Spring of
2011, more than 70 Southwest Ambulance employees are
expected to move into the facility and work 24-hours shifts
dispatching medical response units to emergencies. The
Dispatch Center provides emergency medical and fire dispatch
services to 9-1-1 requests and also schedules non-emergent
transports. The scheduling of ambulance personnel for
Southwest Ambulance’s fleet throughout Maricopa County
will also be managed out of this facility.
"This
new agreement meets the city’s intention for the Promenade
at Palmaire by increasing business to downtown Glendale with
a round-the-clock company that is the exact fit we were
looking for in this space," said Ed Beasley, Glendale
City Manager. "Southwest Ambulance has been a solid
business partner for dozens of years and signing a 10-year
lease shows the synergy between our organizations and our
mutual belief in supporting Glendale’s economic
development efforts."
Southwest
Ambulance will fill the majority of the ground floor of the
Promenade, which is conveniently located within walking
distance to dozens of restaurants and shops. The lease will
generate more than $144,000 annually to Glendale, as well as
an estimated $57,000 in spending at downtown merchants by
having such a large staff occupy the area.
"We
are excited to be part of the growth, revitalization and
forward-thinking that has made Glendale’s Centerline
project possible and look forward to further enhancing our
presence in the West Valley," said Bryan Gibson,
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of
Rural/Metro Corporation and Acting Southwest Zone Vice
President. "Relocating our Dispatch Center to the
Promenade provides expansion opportunities for the future
while also recognizing the important role our employees play
in emergency response systems throughout Central
Arizona."
This
is Southwest Ambulance’s second major development in
Glendale’s Centerline within the last few months. In
August, Southwest opened its West Valley Operations Facility
which serves as its area headquarters at 52nd Ave. and
Glendale, making it the company’s second
largest-operations facility in the region. Unlike the
Operations Facility, ambulances will not be housed at the
Promenade location.
Glendale’s
Centerline is the revitalization and redevelopment corridor
along the city’s namesake Glendale Avenue from 43rd to
67th Avenues between Ocotillo and Myrtle Roads. Filling the
space at the Promenade location was a high priority by city
leaders to continue the mission of focusing on development
in the downtown. This new project meets the criteria of the
Centerline focus of creating a dynamic urban center with
private business investment and job creation that honors
Glendale’s history and creates mixed-use development.
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Enrollment Continues to
Grow
at Midwestern University
GLENDALE,
Arizona/DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois (November
2, 2010)—This
fall, Midwestern University welcomed its highest number of
students to its two campuses in Glendale, Arizona and
Downers Grove, Illinois. The total enrollment on the
Glendale Campus reached 2,464
students and the Downers Grove Campus enrolled 2,162
students this year. Midwestern University is a graduate
degree-granting institution specializing in the health
sciences.
The
increase in enrollment can be tied to the steady demand for
highly-skilled health care professionals and the planned
growth of several degree programs including dental medicine,
optometry, and physical therapy. According to the Bureau of
Labor Statistics, the health care industry will generate 3.2
million new jobs between now and 2018, more than any other
industry, largely in response to rapid growth in the elderly
population.
More
students are choosing to receive their professional health
care education at Midwestern
University because of its excellent hands-on education,
dedicated faculty mentors, and clinical partnerships that
prepare students for successful health care careers.
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Midwestern
University Honors 2010
Littlejohn
Award Recipients
(L to R):
David F. Mann, Ph.D., Christy Schenk, Patrick W. Hogan, D.O.
GLENDALE,
ARIZONA (November
4, 2010)—
Winners of Midwestern University’s Littlejohn Awards were
recognized by Midwestern University President and CEO
Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., at the University’s annual
recognition dinner held this fall at the Renaissance Hotel
in Glendale, Arizona.
This
year’s winners are Midwestern University alumnus Patrick
W. Hogan, D.O.; faculty member David
F. Mann, Ph.D., Professor, Biochemistry; and staff
member Christy Schenk, Registrar.
Dr. Hogan graduated from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in
2003. He followed his Midwestern University studies with a
prestigious internship, residency, and fellowship at the
Cleveland Clinic in anesthesiology and pain management. A
clinical professor and preceptor since 2008, Dr. Hogan is
also very closely involved with Midwestern University
student clubs and activities and actively participates in
University events.
Service,
dedication, and leadership are the hallmarks of Dr.
Mann’s contributions to Midwestern University. Dr.
Mann began in 1974 as an instructor at the Chicago College
of Osteopathic Medicine and reached full professorship in 14
years. He helped to open the Midwestern University Glendale
Campus in 1996 as the lead biochemistry faculty member and
subsequently became chair of that department in 2005.
Ms. Schenk has been affiliated with Midwestern University since 1979 and
helped to establish the Glendale Campus registrar’s office
in 1996, becoming a full registrar in 2002. Known for her
great sense of humor, smile, and patience, Ms. Schenk was
described by Dr. Goeppinger as the campus “go-to person”
for University students and their information.
The
Littlejohn Awards take their name from the Littlejohn brothers,
physicians who in 1900 founded the American College of
Osteopathic Medicine & Surgery, the precursor to the
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine which formed
Midwestern University’s foundation. This year marks the
tenth anniversary of the Littlejohn Awards on the Glendale
Campus, which have been presented annually since 2000 by Dr.
Goeppinger. Littlejohn Award winners are selected from
Midwestern faculty, staff, and alumni for their outstanding
service to the community, the health professions, and the
University.
Midwestern
extends the warmest congratulations to these outstanding
representatives of the University and the health care
community.
Midwestern
Universityis a graduate
degree-granting institution specializing in the health
sciences with seven colleges and two campuses. The Illinois
campus, located on a 105-acre site in Downers Grove, is home
to 2,160 students and three colleges: the Chicago College of
Osteopathic Medicine, the Chicago College of Pharmacy, and
the College of Health Sciences. The Arizona campus,
located on a 144-acre site in Glendale, is home to 2,464
students and five colleges: the Arizona College of
Osteopathic Medicine, the College of Pharmacy-Glendale, the
College of Health Sciences, the College of Dental
Medicine-Arizona, and the Arizona College of Optometry. The
University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission,
a Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges
and Schools.
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Glendale
Public Library’s October
Employee
of the Month - Terry Oxley
Glendale, Ariz.
– Terry Oxley, Librarian II at Glendale’s Velma Teague
Branch Library, was recently selected as October’s
Employee of the Month. Coreen Wagner, Librarian III,
nominated Terry because he has taken on added
responsibilities at Velma Teague Library.
In
her nomination letter, Coreen states that Terry “has taken
on added responsibilities at Velma Teague, and is the go-to
person for all things technology, showing a level of
teamwork that goes above and beyond. Terry is never too busy
to help out and he makes the time to help—all the while
never neglecting his general job duties.”
Terry’s
supervisor, Library Manager Lesa Holstine, states, “Terry
is definitely the go-to person for computer problems here at
Velma Teague.He
saves the Library Information Technology staff time and work
by handling those minor problems for us.It is great to have someone with computer knowledge
to help with the day-to-day problems!”
Congratulations,
Terry!
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Thunderbird School of
Global Management Goes Green with U Car Share: 24/7,
Green-Transportation Options
GLENDALE, Ariz., Nov. 1,
2010 /PRNewswire/ -- U Car Share and Thunderbird School of
Global Management are launching the first U Car Share outlet
in Arizona. Please join us as we unveil cutting-edge
technology in the car sharing industry and learn how U Car
Share will help reduce our state's carbon footprint.
Thunderbird School of Global Management is getting the first
vehicles fitted with U Care Share's new proprietary
technology.
The event will take place
on Friday, November 19, 2010, at Thunderbird School of
Global Management, 1 Global Place, Glendale from 1:10 p.m. -
2:30 p.m. at the Pavilion, located across from the Commons
Dining Hall, Building 302.
Building on the success of
other partnerships, U Car Share is expanding its growth as
it partners with Thunderbird School of Global Management.
The launch of a new partnership with U Car Share provides
students and faculty with access to North America's most
advanced car-sharing service. Now, the students, faculty and
staff of Thunderbird School of Global Management have more
transportation options, allowing individuals to maintain a
sustainable lifestyle in one cost-effective, convenient
package. Each shared car takes 15-20 personally owned
vehicles off the road, reduces parking congestion and
improves air quality.
"The environmental
benefits are nearly endless," stated Cassandra Allen, U
Car Share Program manager, "but the lifestyle change is
where the greatest potential lies because of the lasting
effect we can have on an individual's routine behavior. By
car sharing, individuals eliminate the need to own a car,
without giving up the flexibility a car provides,"
Allen continued. "People who car share will increase
their public transit usage while still having the
convenience of a car when needed, and that's good for the
whole community."
U Car Share placed two
vehicles on campus, parked in highly visible reserved
parking near the Commons Dining Hall (one Honda Insight
Hybrid and a low-emission Ford Focus), available 24 hours a
day, seven days a week to all students, faculty and staff
members, 18 years of age and older. U Car Share offers the
lowest starting price point in the industry.
Cameron Kramlich, a recent
graduate of Thunderbird School of Global Management, who
played an important part in bringing U Car Share to campus,
said, "During my studies in my recent project
management class, my team selected the U-Haul U Car Share
service as the ideal combination of value and quality
service to make available to the college student population.
U Car Share is the best car sharing program available in the
education market. U Car Share improves the lives of
Thunderbird School of Global Management students by
providing an alternative to owning a car."
Patti Davidson, general
manager for Thunderbird Executive Inn, stated, "We are
excited to bring the U Car Share Program to the Thunderbird
School of Global Management. Students need the freedom to
run errands, attend meetings or get away for the weekend,
without the hassle of owning a car. That's where U Car Share
steps in."
For a limited time, new
members can sign up for $25 and get a $25 driving credit on
their account. Log on to ucarshare.com today and
enter promotion code "GREENWHEELS" at the time of
application at www.ucarshare.com.
(This promo code will expire on December 15, 2010.)
With a unique
flexible-rate system, members are able to enjoy the benefits
of driving without having to worry about overpaying for
mileage. Members pay only for what they use, in one low
hourly rate starting at $4.95 per hour (plus $0.49 per
mile). For those who drive longer distances, U Car Share
also offers rates with 180 free miles, starting at $8.50 per
hour, depending on the vehicle. Gas, insurance, maintenance,
reserved parking spots and 24/7 roadside assistance are
included in the hourly and daily rates. Reserve a car for as
little as an hour or for up to six days.
For more information about
U Car Share, log on to ucarshare.com or call 1-877-990-8227.
About U-Haul
Since
1945, U-Haul has been the best choice for the do-it-yourself
mover, with a network of more than 15,800 locations in all
50 United States and 10 Canadian provinces. U-Haul
customers' patronage has enabled the U-Haul fleet to grow to
approximately 101,000 trucks, 76,000 trailers and 34,000
towing devices. U-Haul offers more than 395,000 rooms and
approximately 35 million square feet of storage space at
nearly 1,090 owned and managed facilities throughout North
America. U-Haul is the consumer's number one choice as the
largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the
automotive aftermarket industry. U-Haul supplies
alternative-fuel for vehicles and backyard barbecues as one
of the nation's largest retailers of propane.
U-Haul was founded
by a Navy veteran who grew up in the Great Depression. Tires
and gas were still rationed or in short supply during the
late 1940s when U-Haul began serving U.S. customers. Today,
that background is central to the U-Haul Sustainability
Program: "Serving the needs of the present without
compromising the ability of future generations to meet their
own needs." Our commitment to reduce, reuse and recycle
includes fuel efficient moving vans, neighborhood proximity,
moving box reuse, moving pads made from discarded material
and packing peanuts that are 100 percent biodegradable.
Learn more about these facts and others at uhaul.com/sustainability
and www.youtube.com/watch?v=j304SJsKBB8.
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Camelback
Ranch-Glendale Wins 2010
WESTMARC Best of the
West Award
Glendale, Arizona
—
Camelback
Ranch-Glendale (CR-G), the two-year-old spring home of the
Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers, has been named
winner of a 2010 WESTMARC Best of the West Award in the
"Attractions, Entertainment & Destinations"
category in the West Valley.
CR-G President and General Manager
Jeff Overton and Glendale Mayor Elaine Scruggs accepted the
award Thursday night, October 28, 2010 during WESTMARC’s
18th annual awards dinner at the Renaissance Glendale Hotel.
"We are honored to have
Camelback Ranch-Glendale recognized by WESTMARC as the
outstanding destination and entertainment venue in the West
Valley," offers Camelback Ranch-Glendale President and
General Manager Jeff Overton. "Camelback Ranch-Glendale
is the product of a strong public/private partnership and is
an idyllic destination to enjoy America’s favorite
pastime. In our first two years as the spring home of the
Dodgers and White Sox, CR-G has entertained nearly 500,000
people and quickly has become a vital part of the Glendale
sports and entertainment district."
"The team owners and the city
had a common vision of building the best spring training
complex in the country," adds Glendale’s Acting
Assistant City Manager Horatio Skeete. "The project
came together as we planned, and the result is a tremendous
community amenity that will benefit the region for years to
come."
WESTMARC, the West Valley business
coalition, has spotlighted leaders and achievers in the
Phoenix region the past 18 years with its Best of the West
Awards. The purpose of the awards is to recognize
outstanding contributions to the image, lifestyle and
economic development in western Maricopa County, the region
that includes Avondale, Buckeye, El Mirage, Gila Bend,
Glendale, Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Peoria, Sun City, Sun
City West, Surprise, Tolleson, West Phoenix, Wickenburg and
Youngtown.
The attractions, destinations and
entertainment category include the development and/or
promotion of venues such as commercial locations, sports or
entertainment, parks, lakes, hiking or bicycling trails that
evoke interest in the West Valley region.
In addition to attractions,
destinations and entertainment, awards also were presented
in the categories of architectural innovation, arts and
culture, building business, sustainability, education,
leadership, and service to communities.
"Many in the Greater Phoenix
area still do not know what’s happening west of
I-17," offers said Jack Lunsford, WESTMARC president
& chief executive officer.
Decorated Camelback Ranch-Glendale,
the largest campus and stadium in the Cactus League, also is
a past winner of the Editor’s Choice Award from
BallparkDigest.com and "Best Place To See A Spring
Training Game, New School" by
Phoenix
New Times.
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Centro
Botanero Salsitas Closed by Fire
Photos
and story by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily planet - 10-21-2010
Tuesday
October 21 at approximately 8:40 Tuesday
Morning a call came into 911 from Centro
Botanero Salsitas, a Mexican food restaurant located at
9240 N 43rd Avenue
(43 and olive) in Glendale,
Arizona.
Employees came
to work to start the day. Three employees noticed the
smell of smoke 30 minutes after opening. neighboring
business were treated to the visual of smoke
billowing out of the roof. All three employees got
out of the building and no one was injured. The fire
department responded within minutes after the
call came in.
According
to Randy Rodriguez, Glendale Fire PIO, the
cause of the fire is believed to be from electrical
problems in the attic area. Damage is estimated at
$85,000
Photos
above show some of the clean up activities.
Note: the photo of the open attic area over the drive
thru was not in the immediate fire area but was
opened as an inspection area to make sure the fire
had not spread into other portions of the buildings
attic.
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COOLER
WEATHER BRINGS OUT SHOPPERS FOR GLENDALE OCTOBER EVENTS
Preliminary
Article By Ed Sharpe Photos By Ed and Bette Sharpe
GLENDALE, Ariz. – Back-to-back events in Historic
Downtown Glendale signaled the start of fall and the continuation
of a sixteen-year tradition of shopping fun with a cherished
hometown flavor that includes everything from costumed
shopkeepers to front porch entertainment and folk art
demonstrations.
There will be “No Tricks,
Just Treats” forthe first of the two events: Friday
Nite Lights from 5 to 9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 15.
For
this Halloween-themed night, shoppers came to haunt
their favorite downtown stores and eateries in their spookiest
or most creative costumes. Of course, there was a
costume contest with the winner claiming a Glendale Gift Basket
worth $75, but this event also couples a Friday night of
shopping fun with a purpose. Attendees brought new and gently used books with them to donate. The
books, were dropped off in area stores and the Glendale
Convention and Visitors Bureau, 5800 W. Glenn Drive. The
materials will
benefit the Peoria Unified School District’s “Fall Into
Books” program. Books appropriate for those in
pre-school to high school are preferred.
Michelle
from MADDYCAKES shows off some of the Halloween
decorations.
Photo by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
The
evening was special for two of the businesses on 57
drive, MADDYCAKES who was celebrating their grand
opening. This unique business offers gift
items for sale, but most important a place to hold children's
parties. In addition there are rooms set up
where kids can come and hang out with other young
children but another room where the parents can socialize.
Michelle
from Maddycakes says, "I am a retired Marine Corps
officer with 21 years of active duty service. My whole life I
have been planning parties and after much encouragement from my
family and friends, I started a business doing weddings and
social events. I have done hundreds of weddings, baby and bridal
showers, and over the top birthday parties. In 2007, I had my
daughter and she changed my life. I started Maddycakes and now
specialize in children's events and I'm loving every second of
it!!"
Photos
by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Anniversary
Party for Defina Salon in Catlin Court
The
second event was the Anniversary party for Defina Salon in
Catlin Court, Denise welcomed friends
neighborhood residents and customers to join her in a celebration
I have to say was a spectacular event of
prize wheels to win beauty services, making new friends
and reacquainting with old friends and on the
education side, information on services... And best
of all... THE best Tamales I have ever sampled!
Everyone
wants to know who Delfina is... well... Delfina
was Denise's mothers name but also the name of her darling
daughter!
Left
- Denise and Delfina Photo by Ed Sharpe -
Right Prize Wheel Photo by Bette Sharpe
Assorted
photos above - Photo by Ed and Bette Sharpe - Glendale
Daily Planet
On
the following day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16,
the city hosted its Sixteenth Annual Front Porch Festival and Old
Towne Marketplace. Visitors enjoyed a day of shopping with special activities on the lawns
and front porches throughout the city’s Historic Catlin Court
and Old Towne district. Among the day’s unique offerings
were demonstrations of hand-painted folk art, a psychic fair with
aura readings, make-and-take paper dolls, cookies and cupcakes,
and local artists working with copper and fused art glass.
Attendees started the day at
the Glendale Convention and Visitors Bureau where walking maps
and a list of activities were available.
Linda Whittley from Papa Ed's Ice Cream and Cheryl Kappes from Coutry Maiden take a moment to breathe before the fun starts that day!
Camille
Kimball appeared at the Velma Teague Library to
discuss her new true crime book, What She Always Wanted
By:
Lesa
Holstine Glendale Daily Planet Book Topics Editor 10/13/2010
When Camille Kimball appeared at the
Velma Teague Library to discuss her new true crime book, What
She Always Wanted, she talked about the important
people that had shown up for her recent programs. When
she appeared at the Poisoned Pen, six of the jurors in the
Orbin case showed up. But, she said the most important
people had shown up at Velma Teague, but she'd introduce
them in a few minutes.
Camille described What She Always
Wanted as the story of a woman who had the chance for a
loving life with a wonderful man, and it wasn't enough for
her. Jay Orbin was a dealer in Southwestern jewelry.
His wife, Marjorie, was a Scottsdale wife and mother who had
once even appeared on Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous.
But, Jay Orbin made a sales run to Florida, and was not seen
again by family or friends in
Arizona. On Oct. 23, 2004, his remains were found in a
bin in the desert. Six weeks later, Marjorie was
arrested.
In the audience at Velma Teague were
Jay's brother, Jake Orbin, and his wife, Shelly. They
are the guardians for Jay's son. And, Camille said she
writes true crime books to bring justice to those who are
hurting. When Kimball received a call from her agent,
asking if she wanted to write the book, she was at a car
wash. She told her she couldn't hear her. Could she
call her back. The agent said they were in an editorial
meeting right then, and needed a yes or no. So,
Camille called Jake, and talked to him. He said it was
alright with him, although he really didn't know Kimball at
the time. He had faith that she would write something
the family would be satisfied with. And, when she
first received her copy, she gave one to Jake to read.
He called the next day, saying thank you.
There are
sixteen photos in the book, which is typical for a
true crime book. But, Kimball had a number of
photos not in the book, so she showed slides and
discussed them. She began by showing the book
cover. That's a picture of Marjorie Orbin, in
jail, when Kimball interviewed her. Patrick
Milliken, who works at the Poisoned Pen, took the
picture. Patrick is himself an author, who
writes and edits short stories. He's the
editor of the collection, Phoenix Noir.
Patrick accompanied Kimball when she went to the
jail to see Marjorie. Marjorie didn't know who
was coming to see her, because the prisoners are not
told who their visitors are. But, she talked
to Camille right away. Kimball visited with
Marjorie twice, and then Marjorie was moved to the
state prison. The state prison won't allow
visitors to bring in media tools, and Kimball wasn't
going to interview Marjorie without a tape recorder,
because Marjorie had strong opinions, and wasn't
afraid to express them. After that, the two
exchanged letters.
One of the slides was showing
Marjorie at the top of a pyramid of girls in high school
in Florida. People said Marjoire always liked to be
at the top of the heap. Eventually, she entered the
world of stripping. One picture showed Michael J.
Peter, who she took up with when she was stripping.
He was an important man in her life. As a well-known
impresario in the stripping business, Peter had access to
private yachts, islands, and the jet-setting world.
At his side, Marjorie enjoyed that world.
Marjorie split with Peter because he
had women throwing themselves at him.
Then, there were pictures of Jay
Orbin,, who promised to give Marjorie "What she
always wanted," a baby of her own. He asked her
to marry him, committing to pay for her fertility
treatments, and committing to be a father and her partner.
Marjorie Orbin went from a jet-setting life to true love.
She poured her energy into creating a home environment,
and there were pictures of Marjorie with the baby's room.
Kimball said that's all you need, a child and someone who
loves you.
There were also pictures of a karate
school that figures prominently in the story.
Jay went missing in September 2004.
He never made it home from a Florida sales trip.
While friends started looking for him, Marjorie bought a
$12,000 piano. She spent a great deal of money, but
the police were watching. She was too busy to look
for her husband. When Marjorie was arrested, there
was lots of cash in her purse. She had been
liquidating assets. And, there was evidence that she
had been spending money.
One photo showed the site in which
Jay's remains were found. It was in the desert, near
a busy intersection. Kimball said that murder
required strength, and someone with ice-cold blood in
their veins. Marjorie had the strength, and the
knowledge. She had built an island in the kitchen.
The police thought Jay might have been buried under the
island. Marjorie had replaced the tile, and moved
the island. She put on the laminate top, according
to Jake Orbin. She was very capable. She did
the island during the search for Jay. Jake said
Jay's remains were not found under the island. As
brother of the victim, and guardian for Jay's son, Jake
sold the house in 2005. The new owner let the police
come in and take the island apart to check for remains.
Kimball also pointed out that
Marjorie and a previous husband had worked in
construction. She owned Marco Contracting Co., and could
operate heavy machinery.
One slide showed the
garage door. Camille said they'd never
know what happened in the garage. But,
there had been a large hole in the garage
door. Jake saw it when he was in town at
the end of September, and, a week later, when he
returned from San Diego, the door had been
refinished and painted.
There was a shadowy figure
in Marjorie's life, her mother. The story
in the book discusses her, and her
marriages. Marjorie had an older sister
who she was close to, and two younger
half-brothers that she didn't talk about.
Marjorie's personality echoes her mother's,
according to Kimball.
Photo at left by Lesa
Holstine
Everywhere that Jay went, people
loved him. He had lifelong friends, and business
friends who had been friends for years. In contrast,
when asking about Marjorie, people were irate, and slammed
down phones.
It was Jay who made arrangements for
the little boy he loved. He loved his son.
Jake described his brother as open, fun, and loving.
He would throw a party on a whim, and have people over.
But, Marjorie was not a warm person. That's what the
story is about.
Camille said she was nervous about
the impact of the book on the family. She called
Jake when she received her copies, saying she could take
it to him the next day. He said he could be there in
twenty minutes. The next morning, she had email from
him, saying, "Thank you. Thank you. Thank
you. Your friend, Jake." Jake said it
meant the world to him that she did her brother justice.
Camille even had inventory from Jay's business that Jake
gave her. She said she wanted the family to have a
positive experience with the the true crime book.
Kimball's previous book is A
Sudden Shot: The Phoenix Serial Shooter.
The victims' families from the case still interact on
Facebook. In February 2011, there's an anthology
coming out, and Kimball has a story in it. In
England, the book is called Hard Bastards.
In the U.S., the title will be Tough Guys.
It's true stories about he-men or people in macho
situations. Camille's story is about a man who ended
up in the middle of a murder in Scottsdale, and saved his
own life.
Jake Orbin did a short update.
He said Marjorie has never seen her son since she was
arrested. He was eight at the time, and is now
fourteen. He does read the letters from his mother,
rolls his eyes, and gives them back.
Kimball said the six jurors who came
to the Poisoned Pen had lots of questions, because there
were times they were sent from the room during the trial.
The state went for the death penalty, but the jurors saved
her life, recommending life without parole. Jake
said the family had no say in the decision, but they also
wanted life without parole, because someday Jay's son may
be able to go see his mother and ask why she killed his
father. The jurors said they were convinced she
stalked Jay, and sent him up. And, they made the
observation that Jay had a large number of family and
friends at the trial, but nobody came to the trial to
support Marjorie.
The case was covered on 48 Hours
Mystery. You can see it online on YouTube, and
it's called Diary of a Showgirl.
GLENDALE, Ariz. – Cardinals fans headed to Sunday’s game should be aware of
suggested routes and important traffic information in order to
have the ultimate fan experience at Glendale’s sports and
entertainment district.
Season
ticket holders have received parking passes from the Arizona
Cardinals with specific parking and traffic instructions. Maps
to the assigned parking lots are printed on the back side of
parking passes.
Here
is additional information that all fans need to be aware:
·Game day cash
parking is available at the Glendale Renaissance Parking
Garage and at Westgate City Center. Drivers should access
Westgate parking via Glendale Avenue and then south on either
93rd Avenue or 95th Avenue.
The Renaissance parking is accessible only from 95th
Avenue.
·Parking
for single game ticket holders is available at the Kellis High
School lot, located on the east side of 91st
Avenue just north of Orangewood Avenue. A free shuttle
service will run between the high school and the stadium
beginning two hours before game time and ending one hour
following the game.
·Parking
lots open four hours prior to kick-off. Vehicles will not be
permitted to line up on city streets prior to the lots
opening.
·After
the game, there will be reversible lanes on Maryland, west of
95th Avenue, as well as 91st Avenue.
“Fans
should arrive early and plan out a route ahead of time,”
said Glendale ITS Manager Avery Rhodes. “Also, fans should
be aware of other stadium exits besides Glendale Avenue or
Bethany Home Road, such as Northern Avenue and Camelback Road
that will easily allow people to gain access to the area.”
To
safely move pedestrians in the area, 95th
Avenue west of the stadium and Maryland Avenue between
93rd and 95th
Avenues will be closed to vehicle traffic.
The
city of Glendale has partnered with ADOT to provide real-time
traffic information, and fans are encouraged to call 511 for
updated traffic information.
Glendale
Police will be directing traffic to establish a safe and
steady traffic flow. Follow traffic signs for direction.
For more information, visit www.glendalesgotgame.com.
The city of
Glendale has launched a new Twitter page aimed at keeping
people informed about suggested traffic routes and updates
during major sporting/entertainment events and festivals. The
page, www.twitter.com/GlendaleTraffic,
will be updated by Glendale Police Department and Glendale
Transportation Department representatives who are monitoring
traffic flow during the city’s many special events, such as
college or NFL football games, hockey games, concerts,
baseball games or downtown festivals.
To sign up, just
click to www.twitter.com/GlendaleTraffic
and sign up to follow GlendaleTraffic
tweets (you will need to create a
Twitter account). Users can receive traffic updates via the
web or by phone. This service is meant to be checked before
driving to or from an event or by a passenger; tweets
should not be read while operating a vehicle.
Posted information
will include updates on busy intersections, traffic incidents
such as vehicles on the side of a road or crashes, full
parking lots and more. Followers will also be sent links to
maps and information posted on the city’s websites when
appropriate.
Paseo
Family Physicians in North
Glendale Hosted a Women's Expo
Thursday,
October 7, 2010
Story and photos by Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
When have you gone to a
doctor's office and had chocolate and a free facial? If you
missed attending the Paseo Family Physicians Expo, please
their office at 602-547-8184 for more information. Only a few
of the services at the expo are mentioned in this short
article. The sponsors of this expo were responsive to women's
health both on the inside and the outside of their bodies.
Attending sure a health fair or expo provides the opportunity
to ask questions and to take home a brochure. Usually these
expos or fairs are free. This particular was unique however,
because there was no pressure to do this or that. The
professionals in attendance had the knowledge and experience
behind them to show or tell you what might happen if you did
not detect a lump in a breast and treat it early though. October
is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Mammography
Bobbie Thurman and Jeff
McQuilliams of Valley Radiologists remind women to get a
mammogram.
Mr. McQuilliams is a
Marketing Manager for Valley Radiologists. Valley Radiologists
have several locations in the Valley. For more information
please call their Central Scheduling at 623-847-6000 or visit
their website at
AM
Nutrition Service offers personalized nutrition counseling and
medical nutrition therapy.
Amy McCallister, RD and
Brittany Blazek answer questions regarding what a dietitian
can do for both men's and women's health. For more information
please send and email to
Jennifer Lose gave visitors a facial using the
Clarisonic and PCA Skin care products.
The sample facial proved
that daily skin care is fun and easy to do on busy mornings
and show results.
Women's
Health Physical Therapist
Laura Carroll, P.T., DPT.
She is a Women's Health Physical Therapist. Not all topics are
comfortable to talk about; urinary incontinence is just one
topic. Ms. Carroll feels comfortable and confident in talking
about these topics.
If you need help with
weight and lifestyle management, Dr. Graeme Tolson, MD has
such a program at Paseo Family Physicians. We cannot do
everything we want to do on our own, and then it is time to
get some help.
Paseo Family Physicians
18275 North 59th Avenue
Glendale, Arizona 85308
Welcome Desert
Sleuths Chapter of
Sisters in Crime back to Velma Teague
By:
Lesa
Holstine Glendale Daily Planet Book Topics Editor
Top photo - Front row
- left to right - Lori Hines, Diana Marley, Roni
Olson, Judy Starbuck.
Standing - left to
right - Howard "Doc" Carron, JoAnne
Zeterberg, Deborah Ledford, Chantelle Aimee Osman,
and Nancy Redd.
What
a pleasure to welcome Desert Sleuths Chapter of Sisters in Crime
back to Velma Teague. Nine of the authors whose work appears
in the mystery anthology, How NOT to Survive a Vacation,
appeared at the library to discuss and sign the book. These
authors are members of the only Arizona Chapter of Sisters in
Crime, an organization that promotes the work of women mystery
writers, although the group also has male members.
Barter
and Bid for Your Next Salon
Service at Delfina Salon & Day Spa
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet 10-9-2010
Just about everyone
has felt the effect of the poor economy sometime over the last
two years.One of
the first things many people did was to do away with their
non-essential expenses.Many
of Denise Quintana 's clients had to stop taking care of
themselves.Keeping
up with their hair's maintenance, like getting a good
professional haircut every four to six weeks, was no longer a
justifiable expenditure.Salon owner, Denise Quintana, owner of Delfina Salon
and Day Spa, started offering both prospective and former
clients an opportunity to barter or bid for their next salon
service: haircut, color, highlights, manicure, pedicure or
facial.Staff at
the Defina Salon want women to fight back against their
economic woes by getting back into the habit of taking care of
their hair with a good hair cut, or reestablishing a
maintenance schedule if their hair once had highlights or
needs a retouch.
Sitting
in the stylist's chair gives people the chance to open up and
talk about what they have been through while someone listens.A sincere listener is included in the price.There are several reasons to look your best, job
interviews, weddings, graduations, a special date or simply
because you scare yourself in the morning.
The first step for
each participant is to write a short story of how the economy
has affected them and their families and to include how much
they could afford to pay for the salon services requested.
A consultation
follows with the professionals to determine what needs to be
done.At this
time, the client barters or bids on a reasonable price."We want to help the women who would normally get there
services done on a regular basis and cannot afford to now due
to the economy," stated Denise Quintana.She continues, "A lot of women had to cut out the
extra things in life that makes us feel good about ourselves,
so that we can keep food on the table."Delfina's Barter and Bid program also offers a
maintenance payment schedule so clients can feel comfortable
about retuning to the salon on a regular basis.
The Barter and Bid
program stated in September and has been so greatly
appreciated (successful) that it has been continued.So far about 30 to 40 individuals have successfully
negotiated a fee for services they received at Delfina Salon
as part of the Barter and Bid program.Business owner, Denise Quintana is the first business
owner in the downtown Glendale area to offer such an
opportunity.Delfina Salon and Day Spa has been Glendale's Historic Catlin
Court for three and one-half years.Denise Quintana is also a member of the GFWC Glendale
Woman's Club and the driving force behind the new RISE Program
for young adult women.
The economy is
slowly recovering; however, many people are still without
jobs, or are involved with a foreclosure.It would be easy to think there are no silver linings
in any of these clouds; however, there is one at Delfina Salon
and Day Spa.Staff
there want to help your self-esteem get back into positive
gear.The first
step is to take care of oneself and this might start with a
good haircut.Some
of the Services offered at the Delfina Salon and Day Spa are
haircut and styling, color and highlights, deep conditioning,
gel nails, acrylic nails, mani-pedi services, skin care
treatments--collagen rejuvenation--facials, makeup
application, and waxing services.
Salon owner Denise
Quintana, "If you are a victim of this economy this deal
is for you."
More information is
available www.delfinasalon.com
or by calling 623-8947-3745.The salon is located at 7142 North 57th Drive, Glendale
AZ 85301.The
salon is closed on Sunday and Monday.
The salon hours of
operation are Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Thursday
10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.
- 3 p.m.
Delfina Salon & Day Spa
7142 North 57th Drive, Glendale, Arizona 85301
623-847-3745
What
She Always Wanted by Camille Kimball
By:
Lesa
Holstine Glendale Daily Planet Book Topics Editor 10/08/2010
I don't often read true crime books.
The emphasis on the cruelty of the murder, and the
inhumanity, is totally different from reading a mystery
novel in which the story is fiction, and justice is served.
But, Camille Kimball brings a heart to her true crime books.
And, What She Always Wanted: A True Story of Marriage,
Greed, and Murder, is a perfect example of the care she
takes in writing, emphasizing the victim, and the loss of
that person to the people who loved him.
The contrast between the couple in this book couldn't be
greater. Marjorie Orbin became a well-to-do Scottsdale
wife and mother after she married Jay Orbin. But, she
was a former stripper and choreographer who had been married
six times before leaving the life of a Vegas showgirl to marry
Jay. Jay Orbin was a successful businessman whose
business ventures and partnerships over the years led to deep,
lasting friendships, and he had parents and an older brother
who loved him. But, he fell for Marjorie, plied her with
gifts, and promised to pay for her fertility treatments if
she'd marry him, so she could have a baby, "What she
always wanted."
But, on Oct. 23, 2004, a man's torso
was found in a Rubbermaid tub in the scrub desert outside
Phoenix, near a busy intersection. And, Jay Orbin had
last been heard from on Sept. 8. As Jay's family,
friends, and even business acquaintances frantically
searched for, and tried to find the missing man, his wife,
Marjorie, behaved oddly, attracting the attention of the
police.
What She Always Wanted is the
story of a relationship that ended in tragedy, the
investigation, and subsequent trial. Kimball has done
a beautiful job in bringing the people to life. By
focusing on the victim, instead of the details of the
murder, she has reminded readers that in a murder case,
the important element is the tragedy of the destruction
of a life, a person who lived, loved and was loved.
Camille Kimball's What She Always Wanted is a
recognition, not that the killer and crime is important, but
that Jay Orbin's life and death were important.
Kimball writes true crime books with heart.
Book Review - The Damage Done
by Hilary Davidson Hilary Davidson
will be appearing at the Velma Teague Library on Wednesday,
Nov. 3 at 2 PM as part of the Authors @ The Teague series.
By:
Lesa
Holstine Glendale Daily Planet Book Topics Editor 10/08/2010
Hilary
Davidson will be appearing at the Velma Teague Library on
Wednesday, Nov. 3 at 2 PM as part of the Authors @ The
Teague series.
It's a pleasure to introduce the
debut novelist. Hilary Davidson is a travel
journalist, and the author of eighteen nonfiction books, but
The Damage Done is her first crime novel. She
marks that debut with an emotional story of a lost
woman searching for her missing sister.
Travel journalist Lily Moore had
escaped to Barcelona because she could no longer cope with
her sister, Claudia. Claudia was an emotional heroin
junkie, who knew how to push every one of Lily's buttons,
beginning with guilt. When she's called home to New
York City, it's because Claudia's body has been found in
the bathtub of Lily's apartment.
But when Lily goes to identify the
body, she knows it's not Claudia. So, where is her
sister? Who was the woman in the bathtub? Who
were the women who had showed up at the apartment,
identifying Claudia, while seeming to know so much about
Lily's family history? Now, the police aren't
looking for Claudia's murderer. They're searching
for a missing person, and Claudia must know something
about the dead woman.
Hilary Davidson's story reveals the
complications of family relationships. Love, hate,
guilt, resentment can all be combined in the feelings
about family. And, Lily and Claudia share a history
of family tragedy that united them, while it also drove
them apart. How does Lily describe Claudia?
"My sister, the magpie who had a thing for shiny
jewelry, bad boyfriends, and hard drugs." And,
Lily feels compelled to search for her sister, and
answers, while at the same time, she feels used.
"I was sure that my sister had deliberately lured me
back into her web. I was trapped as surely as if her
hands were still closing around my throat."
Lily is the daughter of an
alcoholic, the sister of a junkie. Her best friend,
Jesse, safe because he is a gay man, knows her better than
anyone. "You want to protect your little
sister. You've been doing that your whole
life....You never tell anyone the full story. You'd
rather keep it locked up." Lily doesn't trust
her own heart, and very few people. That makes it
difficult for her to accept help, even from the police.
And, her anger, and fear, are buried deep.
Hilary Davidson's debut, The
Damage Done, is a powerful crime novel, the story of
a missing woman. But, it's so much more.
It's the story of all the damage done in family
relationships, including the damage done by addiction.
Davidson's given us a profound story that shows the depth,
the pain, and the collateral damage caused by addiction,
problems that extend far beyond the person with the
addiction.
The Damage Done introduces
readers to a powerful new voice in crime fiction.
Welcome, Hilary Davidson.
Banner Thunderbird creates
specialized pharmacy to speed care
GLENDALE,
Ariz. (Oct. 4, 2010) – Physicians and nurses caring for children at Banner
Thunderbird now have faster and more convenient access to
life-saving medications and pediatric medication experts
thanks to the opening of the West Valley’s first
inpatient pediatric pharmacy.
Non-profit
Banner Thunderbird has opened a 725 square foot satellite
pediatric pharmacy based in its Pediatric Intensive Care
Unit or PICU, a unit specializing in the care of
critically sick or injured infants, children and
teenagers.
Pharmacists
and technicians in the new pediatric pharmacy have
specialized training to determine the most appropriate and
most effective medication dosages for pediatric and
neonatal patients receiving care at Banner Thunderbird.
Having the pharmacy located within the PICU and near the
hospital’s inpatient pediatric unit and neonatal
intensive care unit ensures that those medications are
delivered as quickly as possible to the hospital’s
weakest and most vulnerable patients.
“The
specialized pharmacists are well-versed in the pediatric
realm and are trained in children’s weight-based dosing
and indications for the proper medicines,” said Dr. John
Duong-Tran, medical director of the PICU.“For the sicker children, the pediatric pharmacist is part
of the caregiver team for each patient and can quickly
adjust dosages or suggest a better combination of
medicine. These pharmacists understand the specific
requirements of babies and children.
“It
is critically important to have the access to a pharmacy
right in the unit for such things as intravenous
medications and other drugs when needed immediately,”
said Mindy Adkins, pediatric pharmacist.“We are building physician and nursing
relationships. They come to us with any questions such as
dosing, drug interactions and other issues.With the higher acuity it is a huge benefit to
patients to have the pharmacy right there to help them.”
Banner
Thunderbird Medical Center, located at 5555 W. Thunderbird
Road in Glendale, is part of Banner Health—a nonprofit
health system with 23 hospitals throughout the western
United States and Alaska.The 513-bed acute-care hospital offers a behavioral
health center, children’s center, heart care, cancer
care, surgical services and outpatient services.
Chevrolet,
OnStar and National Fire Protection Association
Ready to Train First Responders on Electric
Vehicle Safety
[Source:General Motors - Global]
Chevrolet and OnStar, in a
joint effort with The National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA), will be holding a series of
electric vehicle safety training sessions that will
take place this fall in cities across the country.
First responders will participate in a three-hour
program to prepare for emergency situations
involving electric vehicles such as the Chevrolet
Volt, an electric vehicle with extended-range
capability available for sale in select markets late
this year.
The
Glendale Police Department Participates in National
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
GLENDALE, Ariz. – October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month,
which provides the Glendale Police Department with an
opportunity to educate the community, emphasize that
domestic violence is a crime, warn abusers that they will
be prosecuted and offer victims aid and support.
The
crimes related to domestic violence are serious,
repetitive and have the tendency to escalate in brutality.Domestic violence includes the use of physical,
emotional and psychological abuse and control, which
affects people from all walks of life.
1
in 5 American couples reported experiencing domestic
violence in the past year according to a recent survey.Both men and women can be victims. Consequences of the crimes have far reaching effects and
almost always extend outside the home.It affects productivity, increased absenteeism and
raises the risk of violence in the workplace.According to the Arizona Governor’s Office, every
5 minutes a law enforcement officer responds to a domestic
violence related call, and every 39 minutes one or more
children witness a domestic violence incident.
The
Glendale Police Department Glendale has created the
Domestic Violence Task Force to identify and initiate
strategies to reduce domestic violence in our community.The task force effort is an innovative response
created to provide victims with a multi-agency approach to
identify solutions for reducing domestic violence and
improving access to victim resources.The Glendale Police Department participates in this
Task Force with Adult Probation, the Glendale City Court,
City Prosecutors Office, and Victim Advocates.
Glendale
Police Officers and Adult Probation Officers prioritize
warrant arrests to identify and target repeat offenders
for their high risk behavior.The Glendale City Court has a full-time Victim
Advocate to guide victims through the court process.The Court has also created a model Domestic
Violence Treatment Court to initiate strategic measures to
insure all domestic violence offenders are closely
supervised and monitored.The City Prosecutors Office also has a
Victim Advocate to assist victims of domestic violence all
the way through the adjudication of their case.
One
of the most recent grant funded strategies in stopping
domestic violence is the addition of a Protective Order
Coordinator in the Glendale Police Department.Protective orders are not in effect until served.This position was created to maximize law
enforcement resources to better serve victims in the
timely service of those protective orders.
Finally, the Glendale
Family Advocacy Center offers numerous resources for
victims of family crimes.It’s very important that victims of domestic
violence realize they have choices.If you or someone you know is in a violent
relationship and would like more information, please
contact the Glendale Family Advocacy Center at (623)
930-3720.If
you are a victim of a domestic violence crime currently
being handled by the prosecutor’s office you can call
(623) 930-3323 and a Victim Advocate can provide you
assistance with your case-related needs.###
Phoenix
Fashion Week and City of Glendale Launch
Local Designer,
Bri Bridge at Pink House Boutique
Phoenix
Fashion Week, happening October 7th-October 9th, once again
stays true to its mantra of bridging designers and buyers.
Beginning September 10th, local talent and emerging designer
Bri Bridge was featured at Glendale artistic hot spot Pink
House Boutique.
Bri
was among 10 contestants that competed in and won the 2009
Phoenix Fashion Week’s Emerging Designer Contest. The
designer was awarded a prize package to help further her
clothing brand. Her success at Phoenix Fashion Week has
enabled her to develop her designs and meet customer demands
while appealing to a broader audience. “Bri Bridge
is a brand that the world will know very soon,” said Brian
Hill, Executive Director of Phoenix Fashion Week.
The
Glendale Arizona native, now maturing designer creates
unique pieces inspired by urban, dance, and rock-n-roll
styles. Bri Bridge prides her brand as ‘fashion for the
modern woman wanting to make a statement’. Specializing in
custom designs – Bri always tailors her designs to suit
the individual’s personal style. With Bri the
possibilities are endless, as are the designer’s visions
for her fashion brand.
Pink
House Boutique opened its doors for Bri’s official
launch party Friday September 10th from 5pm-7pm.
Fashionistas, media and industry professionals had the
chance to meet Bri, shop and socialize. “We at Pink
House Boutique love supporting local talent like Bri Bridge
and we look forward to her launch in downtown Glendale,”
said Danica Coral, Owner of Pink House Boutique.
Interesting
and unique merchandise always attracts customers and
visitors and Lorraine
Pino, CVB Managen stated, "We are pleased to welcome
Glendale fashion designer Bri Bridge to Downtown Glendale.
Her energy, enthusiasm and creativity are the perfect
additions to our downtown and the eclectic variety to be
found in our unique shops and boutiques."
Pink
House Boutique known for its eclectic mix of vintage and
trendy, is a preferred shopping destination for women around
the valley who define their own style. This co-op houses 14
local female designers, and artists from around the valley,
who each have their own creative vision to share with
customers. Styles range from casual to cocktail,
pin-up, vintage, retro, bling, and more. More
information can be found at www.pinkhousetreasures.com.
Local author Betty Webb
will be appearing at the Velma Teague Library on Thursday,
Sept. 23 at 2 PM on behalf of Authors @ The Teague.
Her latest zoo mystery, The Koala of Death, will be
available for purchase and signing after the program.
Review By:
Lesa
Holstine Glendale Daily Planet Book Topics Editor
If
you only know Betty Webb's books from the Lena Jones
mysteries, you know the dark side of her writing. If
you want to know the fun side, you'll have to check out
her zoo books. The latest one, The Koala of
Death, has all of the elements that made the first
book in the series, The Anteater of Death, so
successful. If you're looking for mystery,
interesting characters, and fascinating animals, combined
with some humor, you won't go wrong with The Koala of
Death.
Theodora "Teddy" Bentley is
a zookeeper who lives on a houseboat in Gunn Landing Harbor
in California. She headed home early after a party on
one of the other boats, but that doesn't mean she slept well
enough to face the body she found bumping against her boat
in the morning. When the body turned out to be
"Koala Kate," the new koala keeper at the Gunn
Zoo, Teddy's troubles were just beginning. Now she
was involved in another murder case, to the despair of
her wealthy mother, and the frustration of her boyfriend,
Sheriff Joe Rejas. And, the zoo now needed a PR person
to appear on a weekly TV show, so Teddy was drafted for that
job.
Teddy Bentley has a very complicated
life. Her family was always wealthy, but her father
embezzled millions, and left for Costa Rica. Her
mother,Caro, still loved him, but found ways to recover her
money and pride, by marrying one man after another, each
wealthier than the previous one. And, despite Teddy's
relationship with Joe, Caro was always trying to fix her
daughter up with eligible, wealthy men. Teddy
values her independence, her life on the houseboat, and her
job at the zoo, but a second murder drives her back home.
She might be forced to live with her mother, but she's
determined to continue to dig into the death of her friends.
Teddy is a likable, intelligent
amateur sleuth. Throw in her sense of humor when it
comes to her beloved animals, and it's a pleasure to
read about her. The book is filled with a wealth of
material about various animals as Teddy and the zoo staff
promote them on TV, and raise money to save endangered
animals. Readers who loves animals will have to
respect Teddy's knowledge. She does have a sense
of humor about the animals, though, and she enjoys their
antics as she copes with a self-important TV journalist.
And, her relationship with the koala, Wanchu, is
wonderful to see.
Despite warnings from Joe and Caro,
Teddy and the Gunn Zoo are once more deeply involved in a
murder investigation. Readers will only say thank
heavens Teddy cares enough to investigate. Betty
Webb's zoo mysteries, The Anteater of Death, and,
now, The Koala of Death, are enjoyable treats.
"Remember, books have no calories, they last longer
than a latte and you can
enjoy them again and again. The police won't stop you if you
go on a book
bender." - Elaine Viets
Local
mystery author Betty Webb will discuss and sign her second Gunn Zoo
mystery, The
Koala of Death, during this Authors
@ the Teague event.
In this sequel to the prizewinning The
Anteater of Death,
houseboat-dwelling zookeeper Theodora “Teddy” Bentley is forced to
take over a chaotic zoo TV show after she finds its current host, “Koala
Kate,” floating in the harbor. It looks like Teddy better find the
killer before she’s next on the hit list! "Teddy's
second case showcases an engaging array of quirky characters, human and
animal." (Kirkus Reviews)
As her website
reveals, former journalist and literary critic Betty Webb has
“interviewed U. S. presidents, Nobel prize-winners, astronauts who’ve
walked on the moon, polygamy runaways, the homeless, and the hopeless,”
not to mention working as “a folk singer . . . picked cotton, raised
chickens, . . . worked in a zoo, been a go-go dancer and horse
breeder, taught Sunday School, founded a literary magazine, helped rebuild
a long-abandoned 120-year-old farm house, and back-packed the Highlands of
Scotland alone.” Also known for her darker Lena Jones mysteries,
she keeps up her research for the Gunn Zoo mysteries by volunteering at
the Phoenix Zoo.
The program is free. Books will be
available for purchase and signing. For more information, please
call 623-930-3439.
Join
ten local mystery authors from the Arizona-based Desert Sleuths chapter of
Sisters in Crime when they discuss and sign their themed anthology, How
NOT to Survive a Vacation, at the Velma Teague Branch Library.
The usual hazards of traveling are bad enough,
but what happens when lost luggage and sunburn escalate to murder?
Packed full of original short stories by 18 authors, this locally written,
designed, and published collection will give Arizona mystery buffs a
chance to take their own mini-vacation anytime they like—no trip
insurance required—to locales ranging from Arizona to Alaska.
Authors scheduled to attend the panel discussion
include Howard “Doc” Carron (“The Old Miner”); Barbara Goodson
(“Hell to Pay”); Lori Hines (“Tragedy in the Pines”); Deborah J
Ledford (“Loose End”); Diana Manley (“Checkmate”); R. K. Olson
(“A Real Hula-Dunit”); Chantelle Aimee Osman (“Wish You Weren’t
Here”); Nancy Redd (“The Haunted Hogan”); Judy Starbuck (“Cowgirls
Don’t Cry”); and JoAnne Zeterberg (“”Death on the Intergalactic
Seas”).
Arizona’s Desert Sleuths is one of almost 50
chapters of Sisters in Crime, a national organization dedicated to the
advancement of women authors in the mystery field. Desert Sleuths
holds monthly meetings and an annual conference. For more
information about both the Desert Sleuths and this new anthology, please
refer to the Desert Sleuths website.
Books will be
available for purchase. The program is free. For more information, please
call 623-930-3439.
Movie
Reviewed: SALT
By
Jamise Liddell,
Ed.D-
Entertainment Critic
Syndicated Lifestyle, Entertainment
Reporter, Glendale Daily Planet Entertainment Editor -
Directed
By: Phillip Noyce
Starring:
Angelina Jolie, Liev Schreiber, and ChiwetelEjiofor
Rated:
Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action.
Runtime:
100 min
Studio: Columbia Pictures
Angelina
Jolie has proven that her name is synonymous with the Action
Film genre.As
the star of the Lara
Croft Tomb Raider film series, Wanted
and of course
we cannot forget the now cult classic, Mr.
and Mrs. Smith.But these previous endeavors were not to prepare me for
Jolie’s rougher, tougher character Evelyn Salt.
If
you do not see the video above you need to go to the
Glendale Daily Planet site - it will not show in email cut and
paste!
Salt
is a government agent who is accused by a Russian operative of
being a double agent.Afterwhich
Salt spends the majority of the film, running for her life
from U.S. agents, her former peers, who are now trying to
capture her;tryingto find and save the life of her husband who is
missing, and trying to prove her innocence.Non-stop adrenaline flow is what Salt gives, as well
action fans might suffer from a “brutality scar” because
Evelyn Salt is hard charging and relentless in the punishment
she doles out to those who cross her path.
As
a film beat-downs go, the brutality against Agent Salt in the
film's opening scenes feature the tough female agent looking
swollen, black and
blue, rope tied and stretched out and
tortured by her Korean captors as they try and make Salt
confess that she is a spy, which she denies vehemently.
Why
the name Salt?It
is not pretty or fluffy or sweet, but we use salt for many
daily activities including to salt, clean, preserve and cure.This is not unlike Evelyn Salt’s mission to protect
the United States as an agent.
The
film is action packed, and rugged, which is awkward in that
Jolie is in the position we usually see the hard core men of
action films.Salt
jumps off of bridges onto moving trucks, blows up structuresand coldly assassinates individuals that need to be
expended.But
these actions lack sexual overtones, and other ploys used for
female protagonist, Salt is pure business.
Every
Month Should Be
Emergency Preparedness Month
GLENDALE
FIRE DEPARTMENT REMINDS COMMUNITY TO BE DISASTER PREPARED
GLENDALE,
Ariz.
–
With so many potential disasters throughout the country on the
horizon from forest fires to floods and even hurricanes,
Glendale Firefighters are asking the community to create an
emergency preparedness plan. There are three easy steps to
follow to create your emergency preparedness plan; (1) Get a
kit, (2) Make a plan, and (3) Be informed. Here are a few
examples for each topic;
1.Get a kit-
Your kit should be a sturdy and easy to carry to container.
·Water,
one gallon of water per person per day for at least three
days.
·Food,
at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food.
·Flashlights
and extra batteries.
·Battery-powered
radio.
·First
aid kit.
·Prescription
and non-prescription medication.
·Eye
glasses.
·Important
phone numbers.
2.Make a plan
·Plan
places where your family will meet, both within and outside of
your immediate neighborhood.
·If
possible, have an out of town contact. It may be easier to
make a long distance call due to local phone lines being
overloaded. This will help with communicating between
separated family members.
3.Be informed
·Learn
about disasters or emergencies in your area.
·Learn
CCC (continuous chest compressions) and CPR and first aid.
More
information for living healthier safer lives can be found on
the Glendale Fire Department’s website: www.glendaleaz.com
and the Homeland Security’s Ready America website: www.ready.gov
Marlene Jacobson is Glendale Public Library’s
September Employee of the Month
Glendale, Ariz.
– Marlene Jacobson, Librarian III at Glendale’s Main
Library, was recently selected as September’s Employee of
the Month. Lisa Colcord, Librarian II, nominated her co-worker
because she possesses all of the qualities required of an
employee of the month—teamwork, innovation, excellent
performance, leadership and initiative.
In
her nomination letter, Lisa states that Marlene transferred
from the technical services division to adult services in May
2009. Since then she has shown a great willingness to share
her knowledge from her experiences in technical services, and
has quickly mastered the duties and knowledge required to work
in adult services. She has kept abreast of the technical
aspects of the library world and shared that knowledge with
the adult services staff, including training her fellow
librarians on some of the Library’s newest online products.Lisa states, “Marlene is our go-to person for
anything technical, such as e-books and electronic devices.”
Marlene
has taken over the duties for the Science Fiction collection,
as well as several nonfiction areas, and has attacked those
duties with relish. She is always early to the desk to relieve
staff and is forever willing to work extra hours, weekends and
even evenings to help out in times of need. Lisa adds, “We
are all very happy to have Marlene working in our department
and she has fit right in!”
Marlene’s
supervisor, Library Manager Kathy Hamel, states, “Marlene
might have started her library life behind the scenes in
technical services, but I think she has always had a latent
public service side to her. That public service side has
really grown and blossomed since Marlene joined adult
services. Between her unique blend of cataloging, technology,
and reference skills, Marlene has truly become our
department’s very own digital librarian. Congratulations,
Marlene, on a much-deserved Employee of the Month award!”
HISTORIC
GLENDALE NEIGHBORHOOD RECEIVES IMPROVEMENTS THANKS TO STIMULUS
FUNDING
GLENDALE,
Ariz. – One of Glendale’s
historic neighborhoods received a mini-facelift thanks to
federal stimulus funding, helping to improve the livability of
the area and maintain the aesthetic of the neighborhood.
As part of the city’s Community Development Block
Grant-Recovery (CDBG-R) program, the Floralcroft neighborhood
improvements were funded in the amount of $240,000. In total, the
city received $597,820 in (CDBG-R) funds to generate jobs,
improve neighborhoods and to benefit areas of low-to-moderate
income.
The project in this neighborhood featuredright-of-way
improvements to the boulevard areas in the neighborhood, which
is located between State and Myrtle, and between 59th Avenue
and Grand. Another notable component of the project was
the installation of the historic-look streetlights with
energy-efficient technology called photovoltaic cells. Also
included in this cost is any necessary demolition, water main
extensions for irrigation, grading and drainage, and
improvements to the existing curbs, gutters, ADA ramps, and
any repairs or modifications needed to existing driveway
aprons. It is estimated this project generated up to 20
contract jobs.
GLENDALE
RECEIVES FEDERAL FUNDING FOR COUNTDOWN PEDESTRIAN SIGNALS
GLENDALE, Ariz.
–Glendale will soon receive funding through the Arizona
Department of Transportation (ADOT) from the federal
government to install pedestrian countdown signals
at 23 intersections in the city.
This
project will increase safety for both pedestrians and drivers.
Pedestrian countdown signals use flashing numbers to countdown
the number of seconds remaining until the end of the
pedestrian crossing phase at a signalized intersection. With
the addition of these countdown signals, pedestrians can judge
whether they have enough time to complete their crossing and
adjust their speed accordingly.
Through
the Federal Highway Safety Improvement Program, ADOT will
handle the procurement process. The state will perform a
competitive bid process as part of a larger purchase with
several cities. Once that process is complete and equipment is
received, Transportation staff will install the new pedestrian
countdown signals on existing traffic signal poles at the 23
intersections.
GLENDALE,
Ariz. – Glendale’s Office
of Special Events won three Arizona
Talent in Event Concepts (AzTEC) awards at the
group’s annual conference recently.
AzTEC
recognizes the best in local recreation and event
professionals and organizations throughout the state. Only one
award was presented in each category. Glendale won Best
Artistic Poster for the Glendale Jazz & Blues Festival;
Best TV Ad Spot for the Glendale Glitters Spectacular Weekend;
and Outstanding Best New Idea of the Year for the Glendale
Jazz & Blues Festival, Adina Holistics Rock Stacking.
“To be recognized
by our peers in the events industry is a great honor, “ said
Jerry McCoy, Glendale’s deputy director of
marketing/communications. “What makes the two awards
relating to best poster and TV ad spot extra special is they
were both produced in-house by our city’s Marketing team.”
Glendale
adds this designation to a list of accolades the city has
garnered over the last several years. The Glendale Chocolate
Affaire has won numerous awards, including being named one of
the top 100 events in North America by the Washington Post,
the Seattle Times and the American Bus Association. The
event also was bestowed with the 2003 Governor’s Tourism
Award for the Best Special Event in Arizona and the Best
Fair/Festival by the Arizona Chapter of the International
Special Events Society. In addition, Glendale Glitters was
named azcentral.com’s Critics’ Pick for Best Festival in
2008.
Glendale’s
festivals and events draw more than 400,000 visitors annually
to its historic downtown. For more information on Glendale
award-winning festivals and events, visit www.glendaleaz.com/events
Congrats
to Troy Browder and Glendale 11
2 Emmy (R) Award Nominations!
Sept
2010 By Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet / KKAT-IPTV
2 categories
are considered this year.
Sports
-
One-Time
Special Glendale's Got Game: The Making of
Camelback Ranch Glendale 11 Glendale, AZ Troy Browder
and...
Special
Event Coverage (other than News or Sports)-
Live or Edited
Opening
Day Glendale 11 Glendale, AZ Troy Browder
Glendale
11 can be seen 24 hours on Cox Channel 11 and streamed on the
city's website .
The
awards ceremony will be Oct. 9 in Phoenix.
BANK ROBBER
SOUGHT BY
GLENDALE
POLICE DEPARTMENT
GLENDALE, Ariz. – Detectives
from the Glendale Police Department are seeking information
on a male suspect who committed an armed robbery in
Glendale.
On Tuesday, August 24, 2010, at
11:29 a.m., the suspect entered the Arizona Central Credit
Union located at 6901 W Bell Rd, approached a teller and
demanded money. The teller then gave a known amount of cash
to the suspect, at which time he fled the bank on foot.
The man is described as a
Hispanic male, 30 to 40 years of age, between 5’6” and 5’9”
in height, with a large build wearing prescription eye
glasses. Photos are attached.
Anyone with information about
these cases is asked to call Glendale Police Detective
Zaragoza at (623) 930 – 3028 or Witness at 480-WITNESS
(480-948-6377).
The INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
FIREFIGHTERS HAVE ADOPTED
THE "CARES ENOUGH TO WEAR PINK"
MOVEMENT
Just last night the International Association of
Firefighters adopted our "Cares Enough to Wear
Pink" movement. This is very important
to the overall success of this program due to the fact most
of us are in the Public Safety sector. While
this is a huge step we will continue to push
forward so we can include our Police, Teachers
and other Government agencies that believe our women
should be first in their fight for life against
Cancer!
Pink Heals!
Dave Graybill
GUARDIANS C.A.R.E
"Cancer Awareness
Relief Effort"
"Pink
Heals Tour" 2010
Message
from Dave
As most of you know we kick off the 2010 tour on August 17th, which couldn't happen soon enough for me. This movement "Cares Enough to Wear Pink", I believe, is the fastest growing support effort for women in the Country. This only works if we keep our mission simple, it's to wear her color to let her know we care and then when money is raised keep it in your local community. This will help all organizations that help us, with our fight against cancer. It is very important that when you start this program in your local community that you do not align it with a specific awareness ribbon. We are not wearing the color pink because she has breast cancer, we are wearing her color to let her know that we stand by her side against all cancer. The Pink Maltese and the Guardian Logo will be the new symbols of love and hope, we give this art for free to departments and communities to celebrate their women and then raise money to help ALL women and their families battling cancer. This will get the support from our Politicians and community leaders and also from people that have not been touched by cancer. All of us know that our women are the most important people in our lives.
I
am humbled and very appreciative of the support
we've received all over the country, our goal of
turning the whole Country pink has just begun. We have
15 Chapters all across the country, with each one of
these having their own pink fire truck and the
list is growing every day. If anyone is interested in
starting a chapter please contact us though the
website or at info@pinkfiretrucks.org
info@pinkfiretrucks.org
Thanks goes out to all the men and women that have signed up to drive our beautiful pink fire trucks across the country. Each one has committed their own time away from their family and friends to support the women of this country for free..
The
love you receive will be ten times greater then what
was given!
Glendale
Firefighters Kickoff New
Program: Living Healthier Safer Lives
By
Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
A new
preventive health program from the Glendale Fire Department
entitled “Living Healthier Safer Lives” kicked off
Thursday, August 19 at the Glencroft Retirement Community in
Glendale Arizona.
Glendale
Firefighters performed free blood pressure and glucose checks
on Glencroft residents, hoping to recognize any key risk
factors, before there is an emergency. Glendale Firefighters
encouraged all those who participated in today's event to do
their diligence in monitoring their health throughout the
year.
Glendale
Firefighters will host at least 6 events like this a year at a
variety of locations in Glendale. The new program will not
only target seniors in seniors in seniors living facilities,
but will focus on facilities with children as well. Main
topics included in the new Living Healthier Safer Lives
program, revolve around health and exercise.
"When
911 is called, the emergency has already happened. Our goal is
to prevent emergencies from happening in the first place. We
can do that by encouraging folks to live healthier safer
lives," said Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick.
Glendale
Firefighter Daniel Valenzuela reviews information
with Glencroft resident Lois Ford at the check in desk
at the Glendale Fire Department Living Healthier Safer
Lives program held at the Glencroft Retirement Community
In Glendale Arizona. Photo by Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily
Planet
Glendale Firefighter Brent Gowns checks
Steve Kulp's blood pressure. Steve Kulp is an employee at
Glencroft Retirement Community. Photo by Bette Sharpe
Glendale Daily Planet
Harold
Kemp gets his blood pressure checked by Glendale
Firefighter/Paramedic Amber Jones during the kickoff for
Glendale Firefighter's new program, Live Healthier Safer
Lives. Held at the Glencroft Retirement Community. Photo
by Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Phyllis
Anthony is getting her blood pressure checked by Glendale
Firefighter Brent Gowns at the Glendale Fire Department
Living Healthier Safer Lives program held at the Glencroft
Retirement Community In Glendale Arizona. Photo by Bette
Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Friday Nite
Lights Dog Days of Summer - The Prelude!
Credit for Cory
McCloskey segment FOX 10 PHX
Bring
out your furry friends and celebrate the Dog Days of
Summer in Historic Downtown Glendale! Visitors will enjoy
extended shopping hours and dining with a special
pet-related theme.
Friday Nite Lights Dog
Days of Summer
Aug. 20, 5pm - 9pm
5800 W. Glenn Drive, #140
Glendale, AZ 85301
623-930-4500
Just
a few of the fun promotions and activities for this
event.
The Country Maiden: Meet & Greet with Topaz the
dog from the Glendale Fire Department 5:00 PM - 6:00
PM
Ragazza Boutique (New location) : Pet hair
accessories, organic pet food
The Glendale Shoe Company: Watering stations
The Open Door: Free 4 x 6 photograph of your dog with a
donation to the Pet Food Drive for Sun Valley Animal
Shelter. Animal Communicator giving Pet Readings.
Papa Ed's Ice Cream: $1.00 Frosty Paw special if you
bring in a Back-to-School item. Water stations in the
garden. Benefit Pet Boutique for Sun Valley Animal
Shelter - make a donation and select (1) item from
clothes rack and table (merchandize valued from $8.99 -
$32.99)
Pink House: Pet Parade will begin in park across the street
from Pink House and go to Papa Ed's Ice Cream Garden,
Line up at 6:15 PM, parade starts at 6:30 PM. All
participants will receive FREE Frosty Paw.
There will be a competition for
"Best of Dog Days of Summer" and winner will be
awarded a gift basket valued at $50.00 plus First Place
Medallion from Peaces of Life.
Shelley's Specialty Desserts: Fresh baked dog treats.
Drawn to Comics - Free dog treat
Glendale
Visitors Center ( CVB) will also be
accepting donations for the Sun Valley Animal
Shelter. Attached is the list of need items.
After-School
Program Provides Fun and Safety to Children
GLENDALE, Ariz.
-- The Glendale Recreation After School
Program (G.R.A.S.P.) is a supervised, drop-in recreation
program offering a safe and fun place for Glendale youth,
grades first through eighth, to go following school.
Professional recreation staff
provides a variety of fun and educational programs including
study time, indoor/outdoor activities, clubs, games and mini
tournaments.Guest
speakers may also provide informative and educational
messages.
G.R.A.S.P. is held from school
dismissal to 6 p.m., Monday-Friday at the following locations:
§Glendale
Community Center, 5401 W. Ocotillo Rd.
§O'Neil
Recreation Center, 6448 W. Missouri Ave
§Rose Lane
Recreation Center, 5003 W. Marlette Ave.
§Barcelona
Elementary School (grades 4-8 only), 4432 W. Maryland Ave.
The only charge
for the program is a supply fee of $35 per child/per semester
($45 for non-Glendale residents).Registration is accepted from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, at the Glendale Parks and Recreation office at
5850 W. Glendale Ave.For
more information, please call 623-930-4700.
Desert Sleuths Honor Glendale Librarian, and BOOK TOPICS Editor, Lesa
Holstine.
Desert Sleuths Honor Glendale Librarian, Blogger and Glendale Daily Planet BOOK TOPICS Editor, Lesa Holstine.
Lesa is also the host of Authors @ the Teague, and exciting chance to
meet authors in person and have them sign your books. Authors from all over the world appear at this event thanks to Lesa's connections is the literary word of mystery writers and other authors.
Another exciting program Lesa provides at the Velma Teague Branch
Library is 'Lesa’s Brown Bag Booktalk' ... It works like this: Bring your lunch and Lesa will serve coffee and some fresh-brewed book recommendations. She selects about 15 fiction and non-fiction titles in a variety of genres for her book talks. Keep you eye on schedule sources for an exciting lunch time diversion.
And... in addition to all of the
above Lesa also is a contributing Book Reviewer for Library Journal, Mystery Readers Journal
All of us here at the Glendale Daily Planet congratulate Lesa and pride ourselves in our
continued association. The 'Planet would not be the same without her!
- Ed Sharpe Publisher Glendale Daily Planet
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And now... Lesa will tell us about her fascinating Saturday!
On Saturday, august 14, the Desert Sleuths held their annual Write Now! Conference. It was a wonderful event, filled with authors and writing tips. Later this week, I hope to have all of that summarized. It's a great deal of material, and may take a couple blogs. And, it couldn't have been held at a nicer venue, the Wrigley Mansion in Phoenix.
They invited me as a guest. And, it was such an honor since I was their first Fan Guest of Honor. They presented me with a certificate that says, "In recognition of her contribution to the writing community, the Desert Sleuths Chapter of Sisters in Crime is proud to announce that Lesa Holstine is the Guest of Honor at Write Now! 2010. This award includes a one-year dues-free chapter membership." Thank you! And, then they presented me with the most beautiful engraved bookmark, eight inches long, that says, "Lesa Holstine. Guest of Honor. Write Now 2010."
Thank you to President Roni Olson, and Event Chairman Chantelle Osman. They, along with the other members of Desert Sleuths, treated me like gold yesterday. And, another big thank you to Judy Starbuck. If I hadn't met Judy at Poisoned Pen Bookstore quite a while ago, none of this would have happened.
Here are are picture highlights of the day. (Unfortunately, I have no picture of author Sheila Lowe, who had to leave early. But, I'm sure she'd rather I showed her book anyways.) Sheila kicked off the conference, discussing handwriting analysis.
Robin Burcell was our speaker before the book signing break. More on Robin on the later posts, but she's an author, an FBI-trained forensic officer, and a retired police officer. And, she finished the night at the Poisoned Pen with a presentation as well.
Robin Burcell
Following lunch, I received my award from President Roni Olson, who introduced me to the audience. Then, we had the funniest keynote presentation I've ever heard from author James O. Born. My summary later this week will not do justice to Jim's humor. It was too visual, and you really had to see it as well as hear him. Jim is a Special Agent with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. He's an author of crime novels under his own name, and under James O'Neal, he writes futuristic crime novels.
Fan Guest of Honor Lesa Holstine & Keynote Speaker James O. Born
The last speaker of the day was Barbara Peters, owner of Poisoned Pen Bookstore and editor-in-chief of Poisoned Pen Press discussing the history of crime novels, and where they're going. She also brought along Bryan Gruley, author of Starvation Lake and The Hanging Tree.
Many of us ended up at the Poisoned Pen afterward to hear Peters interview Gruley, Born and Burcell.
Jim Born and Bryan Gruley
But, before we left, the Desert Sleuths launched their new anthology, How Not to Survive a Vacation, a collection of crime short stories. It will be available soon in area bookstores, and I'll be hosting them on September 25 at 2 p.m. for Authors @ The Teague.
So, thank you, to all of the members of Desert Sleuths for the honor of being your first Guest of Honor. I want to thank you so much for making this a special event for me. It was a wonderful day, and I'm looking forward to next year's conference! Thank you.
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About Desert Sleuths - Sisters in Crime, Phoenix, Arizona http://www.desertsleuths.com/
An Organization for Readers, Writers, and Fans of Mystery
Sisters in Crime is a nationwide organization that exists to combat discrimination against women in the mystery field, to educate publishers and the general public as to the inequalities in the treatment of female authors, and to raise the level of awareness of their contribution to the field. Much has improved since the early days of the organization, but it's a job that is never completely finished. Today there are nearly 50 chapters across the country and there are thousands of members, both female and male.
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LaDawna Kappes, Glendale AZ resident, turns the key to the
tune of a NEW FREE TRUCK!
- Ed Sharpe Glendale
Daily Planet
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Long a fan of KMLE country, LaDawna Kappes, Glendale resident, was so excited to learn she had won 2 free tickets to the Toby Keith-Trace Atkins concert, held at
Cricket Wireless Pavilion, on August 8th and immediately made plans for cousin Mylinda to join her, since August 8th was Mylinda's birthday. Then when Dawn picked up her tickets Friday afternoon, the excitement grew. She picked up two tickets that included a key which gave her a 1 - not too many, chance of winning a brand new Ford 150 donated by Don Sanderson Ford.
For sure, all her friends were routing for her, as Dawn told everyone on Facebook to
"keep your fingers crossed" and "pray- cause Mommy needs a new vehicle. When she got to the concert, it was random draw for keys (no fair peeking). Of course, Dawn knew she had luck on her side when she drew her #18 envelope. After all, her Dad was born Aug 18th, her son Ashton was born 1-8, and KMLE Country has a 108 as their station call numbers, and she had all those
Facebook family and friends pulling for her...
When it is time to try the key, Dawn learns it is down to a 1-in-6 chance of winning, so first thing, she places a picture of her 3 children on the dashboard for good luck.
"The rest is kind of a dream... I thought I was going to pass out from all the
excitement" says Dawn. Yes, her lucky number 18 key did the trick.
According to the proud Mom, Cheryl Kappes, owner of Country Maiden in Glendale, AZ,
"This is a real blessing - Dawn is a hard-working mother of 3, who has been praying her current car would hold out till next year. " Cheryl and
relatives all wanted to, " ... send our many, heartfelt thanks out to the Don Sanderson Ford family who partnered with KMLE Country 108 to make this happen! Dawn and her family will definitely put the winnings to good use..."
KEY 18 Starts The Truck! photo -Sanderson Ford
1) Here are pictures trying the winning key
http://kmle108.radio.com/2010/08/08/sanderson-ford-f-150-truckload-of-tickets-winner/#photo-56
2) here is the u-tube video, http://kmle108.radio.com/2010/08/08/video-truckload-of-tickets-winner/
Trash Talk takes over Glendale as International
Garbage Truck Competition Heats up at Stadium
GLENDALE, Ariz. –Garbage trucks and their drivers will be rolling into the city of Glendale from all over the globe to participate in the International SWANA Road-E-O. The competition takes place at the University of Phoenix Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, from 8 a.m. to noon.
Coined the Olympics for garbage truck drivers, this competition puts the best of the best drivers’ skills to the test on a fierce competitive course. It is a competition designed to measure a driver’s skill behind the wheel as well as their knowledge of safety regulations and equipment.
The event is free and the public is invited to watch this exciting competition and attend the “Talking Trash” community event, sponsored by Beall Trailers of Arizona, which will take place on the north side of the stadium. Some of the activities include the following:
· Touch-A-Truck: See and touch a variety of sanitation collection and disposal trucks and check out the very first automated side-load garbage truck in Arizona (The Son of Godzilla).
· Recycling Games and Activities: Participants will enjoy spinning the wheel of waste and taking advantage of fun, interactive recycling games. There will also be inflatables for kids and informational booths.
· West Side Food Bank Raffle: People are encouraged to donate canned food or non-perishable items and enter to win great prizes. Plus, Glendale residents will be eligible for the special prize of a commemorative recycling container.
“We are excited to host this prestigious event as it attracts people from around the country to compete in the ultimate championship among the best sanitation operators,” said Stuart Kent, Glendale Field Operations Director. “For years, city of Glendale employees have had the privilege of competing in this significant competition and have come back home with top honors.”
For more information, visit www.glendaleaz.com/fieldops or call 623.930.2660.
SEE! - The Son of Godzilla!
Yes! The very first automated side-load garbage truck in Arizona!
She took some time out of
preparing to
star in 'In the Heights' to show us the
wardrobe room, orchestra pit & more.
Also talks 'overwhelming' rehearsals
With
the startup of this effort we at the 'Planet are asked for
information. I found this page on the Glendale CVB site to be
helpful. You may also find more at: http://www.visitglendale.com/members/index.html
- Ed the Editor!
-
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a
convention & visitors bureau (CVB)?
CVBs throughout the
country promote specific tourist and visitor destinations and
are directly responsible for developing, promoting and
marketing the destination. CVBs are often the official point
of contact for convention and meeting planners, tour operators
and visitors.
They assist planners
with meeting preparation and encourage business travelers and
visitors alike to visit local historic, cultural and
recreational attractions. The goal is to increase visits from
tourists and business travelers, which in turn generate
business and sales tax revenue from retail and shopping sales,
restaurant visits and lodging.
Why do
Glendale and the West Valley need a CVB?
It is estimated that
32 million travelers visit the West Valley each year to attend
professional and college football, hockey and spring training
games, NASCAR, tennis tournaments, as well as concerts,
performing arts, signature special events, mega events,
conferences, tradeshows and other related events and
activities. As Glendale and the West Valley have evolved into
a premiere sports and entertainment destination, the need for
an enhanced tourism entity to support, promote and attract
conventions, conferences, mega events, businesses and visitors
has grown. The GCVB allows the West Valley to compete in the
national and international tourism marketplace and promote our
premiere destination to an even wider and more diverse
audience.
Who operates
the Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau (GCVB)?
The city of Glendale
operates the GCVB, and it is part of the city’s Marketing
Department.
Who does the
Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau represent?
The GCVB represents
those businesses involved in the hospitality industry in
Glendale and throughout the West Valley and is charged with
promoting and branding the region as a premiere destination
for both business and leisure travelers.
Is there
still a Glendale Visitor Center?
Residents and
visitors can rest assured that the Glendale Visitor Center
will continue providing outstanding visitor services. The GCVB
will operate the Glendale Visitor Center.
What are the
benefits of joining?
Members of the Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau will
have access to a wide array of benefits and services. Some of
the member benefits:
inclusion in GCVB
collateral
business leads
access to event
calendars
website and
social media listings
co-op advertising
opportunities
Members will also
have the chance to participate in sales missions, conventions,
trade shows and familiarization tours and networking events.
What is the
cost?
Please contact the
Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau at 623-930-4500 or
email cvb@visitglendale.com
for membership fee schedules and information.
How do I join?
Contact the Glendale Convention & Visitors Bureau at
623-930-4500 or email cvb@visitglendale.com.
Glendale's
Manager of Tourism receives accolades and a surprise
breakfast from adoring downtown merchants
Lorraine's
Super Magical Surprise Party!
- Photos and
story by Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet 11-12-2009
Bud Zomok (Right) from
Glendale Shoe Company (Formerly Shoez in Motion), a downtown Glendale Business merchant
presents Lorraine Pino Glendale Tourism Office Manager a
star shaped glass award in behalf of all the merchants in the
historic downtown area comprised of historic Catlin Court and
Old Towne Glendale...
With all the excitement and buzz about the Glendale Convention and Visitors
Bureau we felt it was good to bring forward an article that ran earlier on Lorraine Pino Glendale Tourism Office Manager who is now Lorraine Pino Glendale CVB Manager!
MORE HERE>
Thunderbird
Conservation Park Lots to Close for Improvements.
Thunderbird
Conservation Park will receive parking lot improvements
beginning next week.
The 67th
Avenue and Patrick Lane parking lot will close on Monday,
August 16, and is expected to reopen the second week of
September. Work will begin on the parking lot located at 55th
Avenue and Pinnacle Peak Road immediately thereafter. That lot
is expected to close on Monday, September 13, and will reopen
in early October.
The
environmentally-friendly surfacing will have the stability of
asphalt but be brown in color to blend with the native soil in
the park. In addition to parking lot paving, signage,
railings, tire stops and parking stripes will be installed in
both areas.
Park
visitors will be notified one week in advance of the lot
closures, which are anticipated to last three to four weeks
for each lot. Only one lot will be closed for construction at
a time.
Sahuaro Ranch Historic Area Tours Starting Soon!
Keeping the history of early valley settlement alive, the Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area features original buildings dating back to 1891, a rose garden, barnyard, historic orchards and is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. Free tours of the buildings are beginning soon:
Main House Tours - Beginning September 1
Wednesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Sunday, 1-4 p.m.
Adobe House and Guest House Tours - Beginning October 3
Sundays, 1-4 p.m.
Ranch Site Tours September 10, 11; October 8, 9; November 12, 13; December 10, 11 11 a.m.
(wear comfortable shoes, meet at the Main House)
Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area is located at 9802 N. 59th Ave. (at Mountain View Rd.) Groups of 10 or more, call (623) 930-4201 for reservations.
Potential
Transit Strike - New Deadline Set for August 31. As you may
have read in recent issues of this newsletter and heard in the
media, negotiations are ongoing between the city of Phoenix’s
bus operations contractor, Veolia Transportation Services, and
the three unions that represent transit employees. This week,
both of the transit employee unions in negotiations, the
Teamsters Local 104 Union (maintenance staff) and the
International Union of Operating Engineers Local No. 428
(mechanics) have agreed to extend talks until August 31, 2010.
The Amalgamated Transit Union Local No. 1433 (bus operators)
has an extension until September 30, 2010. The city of Phoenix
Public Transit Department has created a Web page to keep you
informed on the progress of negotiations – click
hereto
visit the page. .
– Councilmember Phil
Lieberman
The Breakfast Bunch Networking Group - Great Networking
and Breakfast!
Westside Business Entrepreneurs
Meet At Michelle and Gerald's Southern
Cuisine in Catlin Court - Downtown Glendale
- Story and Photos by Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet
The Breakfast Bunch Networking Group met on Thursday morning August 12th at 8 a.m. at
Michelle and Gerald's Southern Cuisine at 7138 N. 57th Drive in Catlin Court, Glendale (corner of 57th Drive & Palmaire) Cost? Only $5 per person which for a fantastic buffet style breakfast & beverage. We all brought lots of business cards and tons of enthusiasm! This group presents an
interesting format we all get to give a 60 second commercial and one person, who was chosen at a previous meeting, gets to give the main presentation.
This month's presentation was by Lloyd Armold D.O, who
informed us about Pre-Paid Legal Services and Life Events Legal Plan. He had many informative things to share with us on
identity theft and the high cost of legal fees, but offered an alternative to that with his plans which are similar to buying 'insurance'.
Everyone was there to have fun...network with new people...promote your business...share new concepts and ideas...win door prizes and best of all a great breakfast with great food and
plenty of it!
Michelle and Gerald of 'Michelle and Gerald's Southern Cuisine' are wonderful hosts and of course great chefs, who specialize is southern style cooking and offer catering also.
Explaining some history and purpose of the group, Dee Roberts tells us
"We started this group on June 10, 2010 and our first meeting was held at Bitzee-Mama's. We meet the 2nd Thursday of the month and are now meeting at the Southern Cuisine. The purpose of the group is for business people in the West Valley to come together to exchange our business interests as well as our businesses. We want to learn and share with each other. We also want to encourage each other and educate each other on what is available in our area and to encourage spending and keeping our dollars here at home...so as to support our community and each other."
Dee continues, "This was our 3rd meeting and we are beginning to establish good business relationships, which in turn results in us supporting our local business. It is wonderful to see people forming these relationships and spending their money first with Glendale businesses before going outside the area! It is really a win win situation. We are maintaining about 12-15 people each month and we hope to continue growing and helping each
other."
If you have any questions or to reserve your spot please call LaRue or Dee at 623 847-1450 This group is open to anyone in the West Valley and is designed to meet other West Valley business people and keep our dollars in our area!
TriCaster TCXD850
- 22-channel 1080p native HD/SD
live production switcher debuts in Phoenix!
NewTek Elite Partner, EAR, invited folks to attend a NewTek TriCaster TCXD850 Demo Event, Thursday, August 12 at Phoenix Channel 11 - 140 N. 3rd Ave. . The event featured a demonstration of the production capabilities of the TriCaster TCXD850 as well as the TriCaster Accessories line.
TriCaster TCXD850 is a 22-channel 1080p native HD/SD live production switcher in a rack mount form factor, with redundant power supply and removable storage; eight external sources, eight virtual/mix channels; audio mixing capabilities with audio follows video support; live HD virtual sets and advanced matte generation; overlay with rotation, positioning and scaling in 3D plus animated effects; HD live streaming and recording; increased media player capabilities; and multi-view monitoring of all inputs and outputs.
Award-winning NewTek TriCaster™ TCXD850 is redefining high definition (HD) portable live production with benefits that include:
HD Multi-Camera Switcher
HD Network-Style Virtual Sets HD Titling
HD Live Streaming HD Editing
And Much More
SWA
joins Glendale Centerline
Glendale
and Southwest Ambulance Join Forces on Centerline
GLENDALE, Ariz.
– Downtown Glendale will become the new home for the
West Valley headquarters of a longtime city business
partner – Southwest Ambulance. Arizona’s largest
ambulance provider has chosen the heart of
Glendale’s Centerline, the city’s redevelopment
and revitalization project on the Glendale Avenue
Corridor, as the location for its West Valley
Operations Facility at 5222 W. Glendale Ave.
Approximately 60 Southwest Ambulance employees will
work out of the new location serving the entire West
Valley following the company’s move-in, which is
expected to occur in August.
The 18,000 square foot facility was selected as part
of the company’s search for a West Valley location.
Glendale’s City Manager’s Office and Economic
Development Department worked with Southwest Ambulance
to identify locations and finalize lease negotiations.
Southwest Ambulance has more than 70 ambulance
stations across Central Arizona and the new Glendale
facility will become Southwest Ambulance’s second
largest-operations facility in the region.
“Southwest Ambulance has been proud to be part of
Glendale’s history since the 1980s as its contracted
emergency ambulance transportation provider,” said
Roy Ryals, Senior Vice President and Executive
Director for Southwest Ambulance. “We look forward
to continuing our relationship with Glendale for years
to come, and we are excited to be part of the
excitement, growth, revitalization and
forward-thinking that has made the Centerline project
possible.”
“The development of Centerline continues to be a top
priority for the city as we work with corporations to
find resourceful reuses of existing properties,”
said Brian Friedman, Glendale Economic Development
Director. “Southwest Ambulance has been a city
partner for many years; the building’s amenities
were a perfect fit for both their operations and the
Centerline effort.”
The new Glendale facility will house 25 non-emergency
ambulances and crews, plus a fleet department for
minor repairs, a supply warehouse, 10 administrative
offices, employee training facilities and a duty
office staffed 24/7 to ensure that ambulances are
properly equipped, stocked, cleaned and prepared for
response. Additionally, Southwest Ambulance plans to
make the facility’s training rooms available to
local organizations in need of meeting space.
For more information on Southwest Ambulance visit www.swambulance.com
and for more information on Glendale’s Centerline
project, check out www.glendaleaz.com/glendalecenterline.
commission
green lights next step for
glendale
Avenue facelift
GLENDALE,
Ariz.
– Glendale’s Centerline project continues to move forward
with opportunities to revitalize and redevelop the city’s
main corridor, Glendale Avenue. Plans are underway to bring
forth a special Centerline Overlay Zoning District for council
approval that will open the door to more development in the
city’s core.
The
Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of this
request and will proceed with a recommendation to the Glendale
City Council this fall.
Through this proposed overlay district, new and existing
property owners will have new zoning options available to
them, providing for more flexibility during the development
process.
The
focus of Centerline is to redevelop and encourage
public/private business investment and job creation.
Centerline will also enhance shopping and recreational
opportunities for residents and tourists in one of the
city’s oldest areas.
“We are investing a lot of time working with neighbors and
business owners to create a synergy in the Glendale Centerline
and encourage partnerships for future development,” said
Glendale Planning Director Jon Froke. “These new zoning
opportunities will provide the necessary redevelopment tools
to attract new business, revitalize existing business, create
housing options and improve public infrastructure and property
values.”
Glendale Arizona is often confused with
Glendale California when talking to out of
state folk... but... look how many Glendales
there are in the United States!
Google them! Interesting!
GLENDALE, AR GLENDALE, AZ
GLENDALE, CA GLENDALE, CO
GLENDALE, IN GLENDALE, KY
GLENDALE, MA GLENDALE, MN
GLENDALE, MO GLENDALE, MS
GLENDALE, NY GLENDALE, OH
GLENDALE, OR GLENDALE, RI
GLENDALE, SC GLENDALE, TX
GLENDALE, UT GLENDALE, WI
GLEN DALE, WV
Video and Audio Files
SENATOR McCAIN, GOVERNOR BREWER HELD PRESS CONFERENCE
F-35 Lightning II to be stationed at Luke Air Force Base
Held at: Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center - 11550 West Glendale Avenue
Listen to the Audio HERE http://www.smecc.org/media/mccain-brewer-mayors-f35.mp3
Watch Video HERE
http://www.smecc.org/media/mccain-brewer-mayors-f35.wmv
– U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ), Arizona Governor Jan Brewer (R), and local
elected officials held a press conference TODAY, Friday, July 30, 2010 at 12:30 p.m. PT in
Glendale, Arizona to discuss the Air Force decision to station the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force Base.
NICU
baby gives back on 10th birthday
Baby
born at Banner Thunderbird returns with gifts
Story
and Photos by Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Today,
July 30th is Marysa Perez's tenth birthday. Happy
birthday Marysa! Marysa was born prematurely at
three pounds, five ounces. After three weeks in the
NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) at Banner Thunderbird
her mom, Monica Perez, could take her home.
Marysa Perez and her mother are on their way to the NICU
to deliver the special gift bags Marissa made for the babies
currently in the NICU.
In celebration of her own birthday (really an anniversary
celebration) Marysa wanted to give something back to the
hospital and its staff for the excellent care she received
while at Banner Thunderbird in the NICU. Spending time
in Intensive Care is stressful and fighting, for patients
and their families. Marysa raised money, all on her
own, for the gift bags. Monica, Marysa's mom said,
"Marysa has been busy doing various chores and raising
her own money because she wanted this to be from her."
"She is a giving little child and a month ago she came
up with this idea of visiting Banner Thunderbird's NICU on
her tenth birthday." Each gift bag has a blanket,
a baby outfit, a puppet and a hand colored angel. Some
of the angels are boys and some are girls.
There
a special note attached to each bag as well. Marysa is an inspiration to everyone.
(Above) Marysa's dad Manuel, and her brother Marcus are
all very proud of what Marysa is doing for her birthday,
today. A birthday dinner is planned for tonight.
(Right) The Perez family, standing, Manuel, Monica;
sitting, Marysa and Marcus.
Marysa is thinking about becoming a nurse. Her mother
did her externship as a nursing student a Banner Thunderbird
and worked at the hospital from 1997 until 2000 when Marysa was born. Monica is now a home health nurse in the
Valley. Currently however, Marysa is a fifth grader
at Dysart Elementary. If medicine is in her future,
she has a stethoscope.
(Left)
Susan Hall, a Developmental Specialist, presents Marysa with her very own stethoscope! Susan Hall started to
work at Banner Thunderbird about the time Marysa was there.
Staff
members in the NICU are genuinely fond of the babies in
their care. It would be difficult not to become attached to
the babies. If caring could heal, no one in the room
today would be ill. Marysa Perez is a success story,
she was one when she left the hospital and she is one today.
Her good health and getting to age ten is the best gift for
the NICU.
When
Marysa was at Banner ten years ago, the hospital was a
Level II facility. Banner Thunderbird Medical Center's
NICU received a Level III designation from the Arizona
Prenatal Trust in November 2008, and is the only one of its
kind in the West Valley. The Level III is given to
hospitals that provide the most advanced level of care and
handle highly complex patients.
Banner
Thunderbird is the largest full service hospital in the West
Valley with 513 beds, 2,900 employees and 1,200 physicians
representing a variety of specialties. Banner
Thunderbird is part of Phoenix-based Banner Health, one of
the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country.
Banner
Thunderbird is located at 5555 W. Thunderbird Road, Glendale
Arizona 85306
AIR
FORCE SELECTS LUKE AIR FORCE BASE AS PREFERRED
LOCATION FOR F-35 PILOT TRAINING CENTER
GLENDALE,
Ariz. – Arizona’s local and state government officials, as
well as the Arizona congressional delegation, are delighted with
today’s decision that the Air Force has selected Luke Air Force
Base as the preferred location for the new F-35 Pilot Training
Center.
With today’s decision by the Air Force, Luke is poised to
transition from its current F-16 training mission to become the
Air Force’s F-35 “school house,” subject to completion of
the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process that is currently
underway.
“Today’s announcement is great news for our region and
our state and represents a major milestone and the most critical
stage in the F-35 site selection process,” said Glendale Mayor
Elaine Scruggs.
“Although we realize there is more work ahead of us, we
are extremely grateful to our state’s congressional delegation,
the Arizona Legislature, Governor Jan Brewer, Attorney General
Terry Goddard, and citizens and businesses for working closely
with us to champion and support the F-35 coming to Luke Air Force
Base through our Luke
Forward campaign,” Scruggs said.
The campaign was developed locally to send a clear, strong
message to the Department of Defense that Arizona supports Luke
Air Force Base continuing to serve as one of the country’s
premier fighter pilot training facilities and to raise awareness
of the critical role Luke plays in our national defense and the
state’s economy.
The
campaign was created by the West Valley Partners and Fighter
Country Partnership. The
West Valley Partners include Avondale, Buckeye, Glendale, Gila
Bend, Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Maricopa County, Peoria, Phoenix,
Surprise, Tolleson, Wickenburg and Youngtown.
Gov. Brewer said the Air Force’s decision is, in part,
the result of all levels of local and state governments, as well
as the private sector, working in partnership on a common vision. “We all know
that Luke is the ideal location for this next generation fighter,
but I also believe that today’s decision demonstrates
Arizona’s ability to roll up our sleeves and work together for
the betterment of our state,” she said.
“It’s critical that we continue to do all we can to
preserve current and future missions at our military installations
in order to keep this very important industry viable in our
state.” Luke Air Force Base and other military installations in the
state collectively represent one of the largest industries in
Arizona and generate more than $9 billion annually in economic
impact statewide. Luke alone contributes more than 8,000 jobs and
$2.17 billion annually to Arizona’s economy, according to a
recent study commissioned by the state.
Fighter Country Partnership (FCP) Chairman Charley
Freericks, who is co-chairing the Luke
Forward campaign with Scruggs, credits community support for
today’s decision. “Local community support of military bases is very
important back in Washington, and we know the tremendous Valley
and statewide support for Luke Air Force Base really helped us,”
said Freericks, a senior vice president at DMB Associates.
“We reached literally tens of thousands of Arizonans through our
citizen and business outreach initiatives, and community support
for Luke Air Force Base was overwhelming. There is no question
that this strong level of support was a significant factor in the
Air Force’s decision to site the F-35 at Luke.”
Today’s announcement is being made prior to the
release of the Air Force’s draft F-35 basing EIS document, which
is anticipated to be published in the next 30 days. The Air Force
is required to conduct an environmental assessment of each
potential F-35 site before making its final basing decision.
This federally mandated assessment, which is
referred to as the EIS process, allows individual citizens and
communities around candidate bases to provide input during the
formal evaluation of each base.
The Draft EIS will serve as the Air Force’s notice of
intent to proceed. Once the Draft EIS is released, in which Luke
will be identified as the Air Force’s preferred site, public
hearings will be held later this year.
Once the public hearings are held and the comment period
concludes, the Air Force will release its final EIS document that
will provide responses to comments received from the public.
After the Final EIS document is published, there will be an
additional 30-day public review period. After reviewing comments
received during this time frame and after considering any
environmental impacts, the Air Force will making its final basing
decision. It is anticipated the Air Force’s final “Record of
Decision,” which will conclude the EIS process, will be made in
early 2011
A
note from Jack Lunsford CEO WESTMARC - -
Dear
WESTMARC Members and Friends,
We
are excited to share with you Sen. John McCain's press release
confirming his statement at the WESTMARC Forum Series Luncheon on
Luke AFB and the future of the F-35.
One
of WESTMARC's Key Initiatives for many years has been to support and
preserve the mission of Luke AFB, and we are obviously proud to
continue to lend our support for the F-35 being located there.
Thanks
to everyone for your work and effort.
Jack
Lunsford
STATEMENT
BY SENATOR McCAIN REGARDING THE ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT OF
AIR FORCE
Applauds
the Air Force for Stationing the F-35 Lightning II at Luke Air Force
Base
July
29, 2010
Washington,
D.C.
–
U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ) today made the following statement
regarding the Department of Air Force
selection of Luke Air Force Base as their preferred base for
stationing of the F-35 Lightning II (Joint
Strike Fighter) and the decision not to select the 162nd
Fighter Wing at Tucson International Airport (IAP):
“I
am pleased with the selection by the Department of the Air Force of
Luke Air Force Base (AFB) to be the preferred alternative for the
home of pilot training of three F-35 Lighting II (Joint Strike
Fighter) squadrons. While I had hoped to welcome the F-35
Lighting II (Joint Strike Fighter) to both Luke AFB and Tucson
International Air Port (IAP), I understand the decision by the
Department of the Air Force to defer consideration of assigning the
F-35 to the 162nd
Fighter Wing at Tucson IAP until a future time given the base’s
critical current mission of training foreign pilots in the F-16.
“The
Air Force has recognized that the unparalleled capabilities inherent
to
Arizona
– from the
Barry
M.
Goldwater
Range
, to great flying weather, and strong support from state and local
governments and communities, serve to provide the best environment
and the finest quality of life for our military personnel training
in the Air Force’s next generation fighter. In return, Luke
AFB offers the
West
Valley
and the State of
Arizona
a strong economic engine contributing more than 8,000 jobs and $2.17
billion annually to the state’s economy.
“This
decision today recognizes the extensive support and proactive land
management by local city, county and state governments over the past
years to sustain military operations at Luke AFB. I am proud of the
cooperation we have fostered in
Arizona
to bring this outstanding opportunity to the
West
Valley
and will continue efforts in the future to maintain this long-term,
mutually beneficial relationship. I would also like to
congratulate and thank the Fighter County Partnership and the West
Valley Partners for their continued support of Luke AFB.
“While
this is an important day for the future of Luke AFB, we are not
finished. I will continue to work on behalf of all citizens in
Arizona
to ensure the Air Force conducts a fair, transparent and
comprehensive environmental impact analysis over the next 12 months
to address legitimate concerns with the operation of this aircraft.
This analysis is absolutely critical for the support of the Air
Force at Luke AFB over the long-term.
“We
also cannot overlook that the
Tucson
community has received great news over the past six months with
decisions by the nations of
Singapore
and
Holland
to move their F-16 pilot training to
Tucson
. Given the critical nature of support for the foreign military
sales program and training support for our allies, I am confident
that the F-35 will be stationed at Tucson IAP at some point in the
future. Until then, training of F-16 foreign pilots remains a
robust and vital mission for many years to come, and Tucson IAP will
continue as the base of choice for our foreign allies who purchase
F-16 aircraft, due to the unparalleled range capabilities and the
strong support of the
Tucson
community.
“In
the meantime, I will continue to work with the Department of the Air
Force, the Air National Guard, and representatives of the community
as well as the Tucson Airport Authority to ensure we position the
base for future favorable consideration.”
Statement by Governor Jan Brewer
Luke AFB Named Preferred Location for the F-35 Training Center
PHOENIX – “Today’s announcement that Luke Air Force Base is the preferred location for the
new F-35 Pilot Training Center is a testament to Arizona’s great team effort.
“And, what an outstanding team it is -- including Glendale Mayor Elaine Scruggs, the
congressional delegation, the Arizona Legislature, county officials, city and town officials, citizens,
businesses and the Luke Forward campaign created by Avondale, Buckeye, Glendale, Gila Bend,
Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Maricopa County, Peoria, Phoenix, Surprise, Tolleson, Wickenburg and
Youngtown – and Fighter Country Partnership.
“Having Luke selected as the F-35 training center was personal for me. Luke is in my
backyard, and I was a founding member of Luke’s Fighter Country Partnership.
“In a letter to Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley before the selection, and in leading a
delegation of Arizona officials to meetings at the Pentagon, I noted Luke is the perfect location for this
advanced fighter aircraft given the fact that Arizona has state statutes in place to manage growth
around our military installations that protect their missions. I reminded him of Luke’s unique assets --
including its proximity to the 2.7-million acre Barry M. Goldwater Range, key to air-to-ground combat
training, along with 57,000 cubic miles of airspace overhead where pilots practice air-to-air
maneuvers and engage targets on the ground.
“It is my hope that Tucson International Airport should and will ultimately prevail in the future
for the F-35 mission, especially with its continued strength in the training of foreign pilots in the F-16.
No other area in the country can compare in size, scope and tactical training ability.
“I cannot over emphasize how important the 162nd Fighter Wing, Marine Corps Station Yuma,
and Luke AFB are to the vitality of the Arizona Comeback, as are Arizona’s other vital military
installations. Each installation brings sizable economic impact within its relative community. More
importantly, the military and civilian personnel who serve our nation every day, as well as their
families, provide tremendous sacrifice and deserve our unending support. Their contributions to the
civility and patriotism of our entire State are invaluable.
“As the F-16 is phased out of inventory, basing the F-35 in these locations will ensure their
operational mission for years to come. Luke Air Force Base has an annual economic impact of $2.1
billion. The 162nd Fighter Wing has approximately a $280 million annual economic impact. In Yuma,
construction projects for the fighter are estimated to be in the tens of millions of dollars, and the
attendant jobs created are guaranteed to stimulate the economies in Glendale, Yuma and Tucson.
“Though final selection is subject to completion of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
process now underway, it is not too early for me to say thank you to all who worked so hard to make
this day come, and I am proud to be your teammate on this important mission.”
Glendale
Avenue Road Improvement Project Begins
As part of the city’s pavement management program,
Glendale Avenue from 51st to 66th avenues will be
improved with new rubberized asphalt this summer. Read
more
Firefighters
Remind Folks to be "Heat Safe."
Glendale
Firefighters are advising the public to think "heat
safety" heading into a week with expected temperatures of
about 110 degrees. The Arizona summer heat can be deadly and
should NOT be underestimated. Following these Glendale Fire
Department Safety Tips will add to the safety of you and your
family:
• Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of
fluids and limit beverages such as soda and those containing
caffeine and alcohol. These types of beverages can cause
dehydration.
• Use sunscreen.
• Exercise should take place
indoors or as early in the morning as possible.
• Cover your head. Wear a hat to
provide shade.
• NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN OR PETS
INSIDE OF AN UNATTENDED VEHICLE.
• WATCH YOUR CHILDREN AROUND WATER.
Tribe
Overcomes Key Hurdle in Glendale Casino
MyFox Phoenix
Glendale spokeswoman Julie Frisoni
declined to comment on the ruling until the city's attorneys
could review it. "The decision by the Department of
Interior ...
McCain hosts Town Hall in Glendale
Photos by Ed and Bette
Sharpe
U.S. Senator John McCain hosted a Town Hall style meeting 2 to 3:30 p.m. Friday in the second floor Raven Room at Foothills Aquatic and Recreation Center, 5600 W. Union Hills Drive.
FROM THE:
Thursday, July 22,
2010
Reedy
retires after more
than 25 years with city
Interim Assistant
City Manager Ken Reedy is retiring
Aug. 13 after 25 years with the City of Glendale.
By Elizabeth Jackman
Ken Reedy has had the
opportunity to help shape the growth in the City of Glendale
since being hired as the city engineer Feb. 12, 1985.
At one point or another, Reedy, 60, has overseen the
engineering, utilities, field operations, traffic
engineering, economic development, community development,
housing, code enforcement, neighborhood redevelopment,
environmental resources and public works departments.
Since May 27, Reedy has been the interim assistant city
manager, the city's second top job after City Manager Ed
Beasley. His last day of work will be Aug. 13.
“I am ready to retire. I think health issues make you
realize you need to take the opportunity to have a life
after work,” said Reedy, referring to a 1998 heart attack
which led to a quadruple heart bypass and seven weeks off
work. “I have been good since then other than the diet -
if it tastes good, spit it out.”
Outside of engineering, Reedy is
known for his keen interest in genealogy and love of dogs,
something he probably inherited from his dad, Jack Reedy,
who wanted to be a veterinarian and his grandfather, James
Reedy, who was a large animal veterinarian.
Born in Porterville, Calif., Nov. 1, 1949, Reedy was the
fourth of four children.
“My father enlisted in the Army Air Corps during World War
II and went to England as a B-17 pilot, flying 53 missions
into Germany,” Reedy said. “He became Eisenhower's
personal pilot from November 1942 to 1943 during the
invasion of Northern Italy. He eventually retired as a
lieutenant colonel. He died at age 48 of a heart attack.”
Reedy graduated from high school in Grand Junction, Colo.,
where he was living with his mom and step-father.
“My parents divorced when I was 5,” he said. “I wanted
to be a pilot like my dad and enrolled at Mesa College in
Colorado in aeronautical engineering. That was in 1968, when
NASA and Boeing, the aircraft industry, was shutting down
and laying off. Remember the joke at Boeing, ‘The last one
out turn off the lights.'”
So, Reedy regrouped and shifted to civil engineering,
earning an associate degree in 1970.
“The day after graduation, June 6, I married Nancy, who I
had met in a high school physics class,” Reedy said.
“We've been married 40 years.”
They both attended Colorado State University in Ft. Collins,
where Reedy earned a bachelor of science degree in civil
engineering in June 1972 and moved to Phoenix that same
week. He went to work as assistant engineer for Hayes-Dashney
and Associates.
“I paid them $25 to mail me my diploma,” Reedy said.
“Hayes-Dashney worked with ADOT highway projects and my
specialty was highway drainage. I worked there almost a
year.”
Reedy said they were working on a 125-foot bridge structure
and following a newspaper story, it went to a public vote
and the project was lost, resulting in layoffs in the
company.
The next week, he went to work for Earl V. Miller, which
became International Engineering Co., a division of
Morrison-Knudsen.
“There, I worked mostly on highway work at first, then the
Sky Harbor Airport Drainage Report,” Reedy said. “I
designed Camelback Road between 67th and 75th avenues
including drainage. I did a lot of stuff for the City of
Coolidge, including the sewer master plan and the Colorado
City North Rim sewer master plan.”
Looking for a smaller place to raise his son, Klint, born in
May 1973, and daughter, Ivy, born in April 1975, he moved in
1976 to Eugene, Ore., where he went to work for Parametrix
Inc. as a design engineer.
Because he had four years of progressive work experience, he
was able to take the test and receive his Professional
Engineering License (PE).
Near the end of 1980, Reedy said, the economy turned south
in the wood products industry and back in Grand Junction,
where his wife was from, there was an oil shale boom going
on, so he sent out some resumes and was hired by Nichols
Assoc. Inc. as a senior civil engineer.
“We did a lot of work with Exxon Corp. and Chevron for a
couple of years and I was promoted to vice president of
engineering,” Reedy said. “Around May 1982, the price of
oil went from $55 a barrel to $16 and Exxon shut down the
oil shale project. It was known as Black Sunday.”
In July 1983, Reedy became the City Engineer for Grand
Junction until December 1984, when he saw an article in a
trade magazine that the City of Glendale was looking for a
city engineer. He applied and got the job.
In April 1989, he was promoted to Deputy City Manager for
Public Works, and since that time, has rotated as deputy
city manager over a variety of departments.
While in Eugene, he and his wife got involved with the
Emerald Dog Obedience Club that taught people how to train
dogs.
“I trained my Brittany spaniel, Heidi, earning a Companion
Dog Degree and showed her in the confirmation breed ring,”
Reedy said. “It was fun. We trained about 700 people to
train their dogs.”
Somewhere along the way, Reedy said, he and his wife began
helping people who worked at the city, and other friends,
find family pets by determining what their interests were in
having a dog and family dynamics.
“I do temperament tests that I learned from the Seeing Eye
Foundation that have been used for 50-plus years. The tests
are pretty easy. You can tell at 7 weeks the dog's
temperament,” Reedy said. “We have helped 58 people find
dogs. Our goal is a community service program to make sure
dogs don't end up at the pound later.”
At Reedy's retirement party, there was a slide show with
pictures of many of the dogs he helped find homes for over
the years.
His retirement plans include finishing a genealogy book,
which he has so far traced back to 13 generations and
putting it in the Mormon Library, spending time with his
young grandson, Karson, and, yes, probably getting another
dog.
“I am really going to miss the people here,” Reedy said.
“They are a wonderful group of folks.”
This article reprinted here courtesy of
Glendale Star. Please visit them at www.glendalestar.com
Linda Mae from Buckeye AZ is one of
the featured artisans at "The Open Door" In Catlin
Court. Linda Mae specializes in fused glass art works. Here
she is displaying one of her wonderful Fused Glass
Dragonfly Plaques.
Glendale Public
Library’s Invisible Collection
Glendale,
Ariz.
– The fastest growing part of Glendale Public Library’s
vast collection cannot be put on a shelf, stuffed into a
book bag, or even held in two hands. In fact, over 26,000 of
the titles available for checkout at the library do not even
take up any space.
That is
because this expanding collection is composed of items in
electronic format, sometimes referred to as digital media,
including ebooks and audio books.
“These
new formats are really for everyone,” says Marlene
Jacobson, reference librarian at the Main Branch of the
Glendale Public Library. “Often I will see someone
instantly dismiss an item if it is only available in an
electronic format. I’m here to show people how ebooks can
work for them.”
Ebooks
are books that are read on the screen of a computer and
audio ebooks are books that are listened to using an audio
player like an iPod, MP3 player or saved to a CD. They are
easily downloaded from the library’s website and are
stored on the hard drive of the user’s personal computer
at home.
Ebooks
can also be downloaded inside the library onto the user’s
personal laptop computer using the library’s wireless
Internet connection.
“The
biggest advantage of ebooks is that you can access the world
of books without the limitations of distance or time,”
explains Jacobson. “I love the fact that you don’t have
to get into a car and drive to the library, or wait until
the library is open to get an ebook.”
Titles
include fiction and non-fiction, bestsellers and technical
manuals, books for teens and children, as well as music
downloads from classical to alternative.
Glendale
Public Library is part of the Greater Phoenix Digital
Library whose members include public libraries in Apache
Junction, Casa Grande,
Chandler, Mesa, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe
and the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records.
Anyone with a library card from these libraries has access
to the electronic materials in the digital library.
“Electronic
materials from the Greater Phoenix Digital Library just take
a couple of minutes to download. All that Glendale library
card holders need is their library card number and a PIN,
which is the last four digits of their telephone number,”
says Jacobson.
To
obtain electronic materials from this collection, users must
first download the free software available at the website.
Once the software is installed, books can be transferred to
an ereader and audio books can be transferred to a personal
device, such as an MP3 player, an iPod or saved to a CD, by
using the software’s transfer feature.
“If
you save an audio ebook from the Greater Phoenix Digital
Library to your MP3 player you will be able to listen until
the two-week checkout period expires. Some titles from the
Greater Phoenix Digital Library can be saved to a CD and
will not expire after the checkout period,” explains
Jacobson.
But,
what if you don’t own a computer?
“Even
people without computers can have access to ebooks,” says
Jacobson. “The library subscribes to ebook databases that
can be accessed on a library computer.”
These
databases include Ebrary, Safari Books Online and
Tumblebooks, one of several of the library’s ebook
databases for children.
Free
ebooks can also be accessed on a Glendale library computer
from Project Gutenberg, Internet Archive, The International
Digital Children’s Library and The Internet Public
Library.
Despite
the increasing number of titles available in electronic
format, Jacobson does not view ebooks as a threat to the
printed page. “I see ebooks and printed books existing
together for a long time. Each fills an important need.”
For
an online tutorial and to see the wide range of titles
available, visit the Glendale Library website at
www.glendaleaz.com/library. From there, click on the
“Greater Phoenix Digital Public Library” link at the
bottom of the screen.
For further information about
ebooks or other materials at the library call (623) 930-3530
or visit the reference desk at the Glendale Main Library,
5959 W. Brown Street in Glendale.
A
Power Lunch with the One and Only Al McCoy
- By Bette Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet
Photo
by Ed Sharpe - Glendale Daily Planet
Tuesday, July 13 the
Glendale Chamber of Commerce hosted their second annual power
lunch at Fleming's Steakhouse in Peoria.The special speaker was Glendale's own Al McCoy, the
"voice of the Phoenix Suns".Originally from Iowa, Al McCoy is a long time Glendale
resident.In addition
to being the "voice", Al McCoy is tells a great story
and is a huge fan (and historian) of the Suns.
These are
"interesting times" for sports.The west side has a "great sports alley"
(University of Phoenix stadium and Jobbing.com arena), which is
"sometimes controversial", according to McCoy; but this
could be good."Teams
can do very well here, if they win."The Phoenix area has four teams at the national level, the
Phoenix Coyotes, the Phoenix Suns, the Arizona Cardinals, and the
Arizona D-Backs.This makes the Phoenix area unique.The teamwork of the businesses on the west side, like those
represented at the luncheon, have given this area a "feeling
of community".This
adds to the area's success for sports and for business.
Al McCoy is,
"confident" that "hockey can be very successful
here".Remember,
the Phoenix Roadrunners!They
packed the Veteran's Memorial Coliseum.Also, remember that the Suns started from scratch.
One question from the
audience was about Walter Davis.Al McCoy said he was one of the "best pure
shooters" and a "terrific guy".His jersey is in men's basketball "Ring of Honor".A particularly poignant moment remembered about Davis is
when Davis told McCoy, that he "did not give up on him"
(Davis).
Another question was
regarding Steve Nash's ability to pay at such a high level.This past year was "one of his best"."He takes great care of himself" and thinks he
can continue to play like he has been.
A good lunch, a speaker who
is an internationally known personally made this event a success.
·
Touch-A-Truck: See and touch a variety
of sanitation collection and disposal trucks
and check out the very first automated
side-load garbage truck in Arizona (The Son
of Godzilla). 
Speaking
in front of more than 100 people at the Glendale Civic Center
this week, ASU 
The League of Arizona Cities and Towns Annual Conference 
Since
1945, U-Haul has been the best choice for the do-it-yourself
mover, with a network of more than 15,800 locations in all
50 United States and 10 Canadian provinces. U-Haul
customers' patronage has enabled the U-Haul fleet to grow to
approximately 101,000 trucks, 76,000 trailers and 34,000
towing devices. U-Haul offers more than 395,000 rooms and
approximately 35 million square feet of storage space at
nearly 1,090 owned and managed facilities throughout North
America. U-Haul is the consumer's number one choice as the
largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the
automotive aftermarket industry. U-Haul supplies
alternative-fuel for vehicles and backyard barbecues as one
of the nation's largest retailers of propane.
Anniversary
Party for Defina Salon in Catlin Court
Hilary
Davidson will be appearing at the Velma Teague Library on
Wednesday, Nov. 3 at 2 PM as part of the Authors @ The
Teague series.
Local
mystery author Betty Webb will discuss and sign her second Gunn Zoo
mystery, 
Join
ten local mystery authors from the Arizona-based Desert Sleuths chapter of
Sisters in Crime when they discuss and sign their themed anthology, How
NOT to Survive a Vacation, at the Velma Teague Branch Library. 
HISTORIC
GLENDALE NEIGHBORHOOD RECEIVES IMPROVEMENTS THANKS TO STIMULUS
FUNDING
GLENDALE
RECEIVES FEDERAL FUNDING FOR COUNTDOWN PEDESTRIAN SIGNALS
As most of you know we kick off the 2010 tour on August 17th, which couldn't happen soon enough for me. This movement "Cares Enough to Wear Pink", I believe, is the fastest growing support effort for women in the Country. This only works if we keep our mission simple, it's to wear her color to let her know we care and then when money is raised keep it in your local community. This will help all organizations that help us, with our fight against cancer. It is very important that when you start this program in your local community that you do not align it with a specific awareness ribbon. We are not wearing the color pink because she has breast cancer, we are wearing her color to let her know that we stand by her side against all cancer. The Pink Maltese and the Guardian Logo will be the new symbols of love and hope, we give this art for free to departments and communities to celebrate their women and then raise money to help ALL women and their families battling cancer. This will get the support from our Politicians and community leaders and also from people that have not been touched by cancer. All of us know that our women are the most important people in our lives.
Thank you to President Roni Olson, and Event Chairman Chantelle Osman. They, along with the other members of Desert Sleuths, treated me like gold yesterday. And, another big thank you to Judy Starbuck. If I hadn't met Judy at Poisoned Pen Bookstore quite a while ago, none of this would have happened. 
The last speaker of the day was Barbara Peters, owner of Poisoned Pen Bookstore and editor-in-chief of Poisoned Pen Press discussing the history of crime novels, and where they're going. She also brought along Bryan Gruley, author of Starvation Lake and The Hanging Tree.
GLENDALE, Ariz. –Garbage trucks and their drivers will be rolling into the city of Glendale from all over the globe to participate in the International SWANA Road-E-O. The competition takes place at the University of Phoenix Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, from 8 a.m. to noon. 
Keeping the history of early valley settlement alive, the Sahuaro Ranch Park Historic Area features original buildings dating back to 1891, a rose garden, barnyard, historic orchards and is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. Free tours of the buildings are beginning soon:
