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Celebrating
AS A CITY
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Your RAVE Review
On the Cover
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AVONDALE CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Kenneth Weise N ow open is the Arizona Complete
Health Avondale Resource Center
at the Marie Lopez Rogers Complex
Council Members:
located at 995 E Riley Drive. This
Tina Conde
multifaceted complex has been a long
Pat Dennis
awaited dream of leaders and locals,
Bryan Kilgore and serves as a one stop location for
Veronica Malone family, youth, senior and housing
Curtis Nielson services. Visit page 22 for information
Mike Pineda about programs offered there.
CITY MANAGER
Charles A. Montoya
RAVE REVIEW EDITORIAL TEAM Get Connected! Avondale has a myriad of virtual and digital
ways to engage with your City. We invite you to follow, "friend,"
Pier Simeri, Ingrid Melle, Noelene Richards
share and comment in the many ways the City provides.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE City of Avondale official Social Media accounts can
Avondale City Council meeting agendas are be found at: www.AvondaleAZ.gov/socialmedia
posted online at least 24-hours prior to the
meeting. To view meeting agendas or for a
full schedule of meetings, visit Nextdoor Instagram Websites
www.avondaleaz.gov/councilmeetings. ` City of Avondale, AZ ` CityofAvondaleAZ ` City of Avondale Official
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information at (623) 333-1000. Department www.AvondaleAZ.gov
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emailpublicinformation@AvondaleAZ.gov 7am 6pm
MONDAY - THURSDAY, 7 am - 6 pm
MAILING ADDRESS CLOSED FRIDAYS
Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Dr.
City Offices and facilities will be closed in observance of the following holidays:
Avondale, AZ 85323
` NEW YEAR'S DAY: January 1 ` PRESIDENT'S DAY: February 15
` MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY: January 18
The RAVE is nationally recognized by City - County
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as an award-winning publication. Avondale RAVE Review is an official publication of the City of Avondale and is made
© 2021 City of Avondale, Arizona. All rights reserved. available to Avondale residents as a public service.
January - April 2021
& Review
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MESSAGE
FROM THE MAYOR CITY COUNCIL
2 LIBRARY PROGRAMS
The long anticipated opening of the Arizona Complete Health Avondale
Resource Center at the Marie Lopez Rogers Complex is finally here! The 4 RECREATION & SPORTS
new facility serves as a hub for more than 17 non-profit partners offering a 9 REGISTRATION INFORMATION
wide array of health and human service resources to the Southwest Valley.
The complex also houses Avondale’s Neighborhood Family Services (NFS) 10 PARKS & FACILITIES MAP
Department, which offers family resources, housing programs, youth services,
11 NEW UTILITY BILL PAY SERVICE
and senior programs.
13 HARD HAT ZONE
This year, Avondale will proudly celebrate its 75th anniversary as a City. This
edition of the RAVE Review takes a look at the Uniquely Avondale places that 16 UNIQUELY AVONDALE
have a historical context as our city has developed. Visit pages 16-17 to learn 18 PUBLIC SAFETY
more.
20 NEIGHBORHOOD & FAMILY RESOURCES
We know that the last year has been challenging in many ways, as a result
of the pandemic. And there’s uncertainty still ahead. We want you to know
26 ACTIVE ADULT PROGRAMS
that the City of Avondale will continue to provide public services to you in as 27 SUSTAINABILITY
seamless and safe manner as possible. Thank you for the continued adherence
to public health protocols, such as masking up, washing your hands and 29 PUBLIC WORKS
maintaining safe distancing to avoid the spread of illness. We’re committed to 32 EVENTS
following State, County and CDC public health guidelines to keep you safe.
At the City of Avondale, we take
seriously, direction from our
public health agencies and the
severity of the risk to everyone
in our community. The Centers
for Disease Control, as well as the State and
County Health Departments, continue to
advise that everyone does their part to slow
the spread of COVID-19 in our community by
maintaining necessary social distancing of six
or more feet, washing hands frequently, and
to wear a mask . Check the City's COVID-19
information center for all City service impacts
www.avondaleaz.gov/Covid19. Programs
and events may have to be modified to
accommodate safety protocols for all
involved. Due to the ongoing public health
situation, programs may have to be canceled
or postponed based on current or new
advisories put in place after this publication
was produced. Face masks are required upon
entering a city facility.
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Avondale City Council: Front Row (L to R): Pat Dennis; Tina Conde; Veronica Malone
www.AvondaleAZ.gov
Back Row (L to R): Mike Pineda; Kenn Weise, Mayor; Bryan Kilgore; Curtis Nielson
RAVE January - April 2021 • 1
AVONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARIES
AVONDALE CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY SAM GARCIA WESTERN AVENUE LIBRARY
11350 W. Civic Center Dr. | (623) 333-2602 495 E. Western Ave. | (623) 333-2601
OPEN: M - Th, 10 am - 6 pm | Fri & Sat, 1 - 5 pm OPEN: M - Th, 11 am - 6 pm | Fri - Sun, 1 - 5 pm
Due to the ongoing and fluctuating Covid-19 situation, please check our website prior to visiting the libraries. From time to time, our
operations may be modified. Our libraries have an impressive collection of books and media available for all ages. Socially distant seating is
available for studying and reading and there is free Wi-Fi accessible in the library and parking lot. Computer access, printing and scanning/
faxing are also available. Bring your photo ID and piece of mail to get a FREE library card for access to library and online resources. For
full details on current COVID-19 protocols, capacity limits and mask requirements, visit www.avondalelibrary.org/services/library-re-
opening
BOTH LIBRARIES WILL BE CLOSED THE FOLLOWING DATES IN 2021 (*There will be no library programs on observed holidays.)
January 1 (New Year’s Day), January 18 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day), February 15 (Presidents Day), April 4 (Easter)
The library offers a variety of specialty websites for lifelong learning, available for free 24/7 with an Avondale Public
Public Library Library card. Sites include Ancestry Library, General OneFile, Kids InfoBits, Learning Express Library, ReferenceUSA,
KIDS AT HOPE PLEDGE
I am a Kid at Hope. I am talented, smart and capable
of success. I have dreams for the future and I will
Rocket Languages and more. For a tutorial refresher on these and other resources, utilize Niche Academy through
the library website. All online resources are available at www.avondalelibrary.org/research.
climb to reach those goals and dreams everyday.
All children are capable of success, NO EXCEPTIONS!
To access these free services, visit avondalelibrary.org/downloadables
cloudLibrary is now available, Hoopla is a digital media service offered
providing access to more than by Avondale Public Library that allows
40,000 items and growing! All you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks,
e-Book & e-Audiobook platform you need is a library card! e-books, comics and TV shows. To access,
visit avondalelibrary.org/downloadables
GET MORE FOR FREE WITH YOUR
AVONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY CARD
Your Avondale library card gives you
FREE access to all of our digital products.
The Avondale Public Library has partnered
with online tutoring service Brainfuse to
offer all library cardholders access to free
after-school homework help, including virtual
1-on-1 tutoring in a wide range of subjects for AudioBooks eBooks
K-12 students via Avi Learning Lab! } 38,000+ titles } 100,000+ titles
` Get homework help } 21 day rental } 21 day rental
` Connect with a live tutor
` Send your paper to the writing lab
` Access FREE lessons and resources
The new tool offers a bank of videos, Music eMovies & TV
activities, writing labs, and other enrichment } 230,000+ titles } 25,000+ titles
activities 24/7, as well as tutoring via chat } 3 day rental
from 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm, seven days a week, Digital resources available on these devices: Android, iOS, Kindle,
in both English and Spanish. The service is Kindle Fire HD (2015+)/HDX, Chromebook, Windows & Mac.
free with an Avondale Public Library card,
Please visit our Virtual Avondale Library website at
which can be obtained virtually or at either
branch location.
www.avondalelibrary.org
for details on these products and MORE!
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VIRTUAL WIGGLERS TO WALKERS (AGES BIRTH -24 MONTHS) Like us on Facebook Find us on
@ Facebook.com/ YouTube!
Join us for short stories, songs, rhymes and movement in
this language enrichment program designed to boost brain AvondaleLibrary Subscribe to our channel @ City
development. Videos are posted on Mondays at 10 am for resources, library updates of AvondaleAZ – Library and
and upcoming events! find virtual programs and posts.
VIRTUAL FAMILY STORYTIME (AGES 2-6)
Join us for a fun storytime program where we will read, rhyme
and sing songs. Videos posted on Tuesdays at 11 am ADULT STORYTIME (18+)
Join us online the second Monday of the month
MORE TO EXPLORE (AGES 6-12) for a virtual reading with library staff followed by
Weekly videos focus on science, technology, engineering, art, a brief discussion.
math, and reading. Videos posted Wednesdays at 3 pm
Mondays | 2 - 3 pm | Jan 11, Feb 8, Mar 8, Apr 12
For schedules, program information and updates, please visit For schedules, program information & updates, please visit
our website at www.avondalelibrary.org/services/events our website at www.avondalelibrary.org/services/events
VIRTUAL PARENTING WORKSHOPS
Avondale Public Library, in partnership with AZ Children's Association, will be
hosting a series of virtual parenting workshops for parents of children 2 – 5
years. These are FREE and open to the public. Space is limited.
RAISING A READER® CREANDO UN LECTOR (RAISING A READER®)
This engaging series includes 4 workshops for parents, and Este interesante programa incluye 4 talleres para padres
participants receive free books and a Raising a Reader® library y los participantes reciben de regalo libros y una bolsa de
book bag to KEEP! biblioteca de Raising a Reader®
Participate in Raising a Reader® and learn: Participe en Creando un Lector y aprenda:
✓ How to excite your child with books & build a ✓ Cómo animar a su niño(a) con los libros y construir una rutina de
reading routine at home lectura en casa
✓ Effective techniques to foster language & early literacy development ✓ técnicas efectivas para el desarrollo del lenguaje y alfabetización
temprana
✓ Helpful connections with your local library
✓ Conexiones útiles con la biblioteca local y el aprendizaje de cómo
✓ How book sharing promotes healthy brain development el compartir libros promueve un desarrollo cerebral saludable
To register, please call Carmen Angulo (480) 416-0739 or email Espacio limitado. Favor de registrarse con Yaneth Laird (602)
cangulo@arizonaschildren.org. A meeting link will be provided 291-8408 o ylaird@arizonaschildren.org. Se le proporcionará
by the parent educator after registration. un enlace a la reunión después de la inscripción.
Tuesdays | 1 – 2 pm | Jan 26 and Feb 2, 9, 16 jueves | 1 – 2 pm | Enero 21, 28 & Febrero 4, 11
EARLY CHILDHOOD STEP PREPARACIÓN SISTEMÁTICA PARA LA CRIANZA EFECTIVA (STEP)
This 8-sessions series emphasizes positive parent-child Esta serie de 8 sesiones enfatiza las relaciones positivas entre
relationships. Parents will learn to encourage cooperative padre-hijo. Los padres aprenderán a fomentar el comportamiento
behaviors by providing a consistent, loving environment. positivo al proveer un ambiente consistente y amoroso.
Topics include: Los temas incluyen:
✓ Child & Brain Development ✓ Desarrollo Infantil y Cerebral
✓ Understanding Young Children’s Behavior ✓ Entendiendo el Comportamiento de los Niños Pequeños
✓ Building Self-Esteem ✓ Desarrollando la Autoestima
✓ Family Communication
✓ Comunicación Familiar
✓ Helping Children Cooperate
✓ Ayudando a que los Niños Cooperen,
✓ Positive Discipline
✓ Disciplina Positiva y el Desarrollo Socio-Emocional
✓ Social and Emotional Development
Space is limited, to register please call Vanessa Paredes (480) Espacio limitado. Favor de registrarse con Yaneth Laird (602)
341-9524 or email vparedes@arizonaschildren.org. A meeting 291-8408 o ylaird@arizonaschildren.org. Se le proporcionará un
link will be provided by the parent educator after registration. enlace a la reunión después de la inscripción.
Thursdays | 1 – 2:30 pm | Mar 11, 18, 25 & Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Miercoles | 10 – 11 am | Marzo 10, 17, 24, 31 & Abril 7, 14, 21, 28
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RECREATION & SPORTS
For class descriptions and help with registration, please visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov/rec or call (623) 333-2400.
Due to COVID-19, the information listed in this guide may be amended and is subject to change.
For the latest information, please visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov or call (623) 333-2400. CLASSES DO NOT MEET: January 1 (New Year’s
Day), April 4 (Easter). Any additional dates that classes do not meet are included in the course description.
All active military and seniors 55+ receive the resident rate! Please provide a valid I.D. at registration.
JUST FOR TOTS SOCCER SHOOTING STARS (AGES 3 – 5)
Fee $25 ($30NR) Your child will have fun and learn the game of
soccer, including fundamental skills.
WE CAN DANCE TWO (AGES 2 – 3) Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
Fee $40 ($45NR) Children will be led through
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
basic dance activities to help develop body
coordination and rhythm. Parent participation Mon (4x) Jan 25 – Feb 15 3 – 3:45 pm
required. Mon (4x) Mar 15 – Apr 5 3 – 3:45 pm
Steppin' Out Performing Arts Mon (4x) Apr 12 – May 3 3 – 3:45 pm
(13331 W. Indian School Rd., Litchfield Park)
Instructor: Steppin' Out Staff ALL STAR T–BALL (AGES 3 – 5)
Fee $25 ($30NR) Basic fielding, throwing and hitting techniques will
Fri (6x) Jan 29 – Mar 5 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
be taught while learning body coordination and teamwork.
BALLET & JAZZ COMBO (AGES 3 – 5) Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
Fee $40 ($45NR) An exciting introduction to ballet, tap, creative Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
movement, and tumbling basics. Wed (4x) Jan 27 – Feb 17 3 – 3:45 pm
Steppin' Out Performing Arts Wed (4x) Mar 17 – Apr 7 3 – 3:45 pm
(13331 W. Indian School Rd., Litchfield Park) Wed (4x) Apr 14 – May 5 3 – 3:45 pm
Instructor: Steppin' Out Staff
Fri (6x) Jan 29 – Mar 5 10:30 – 11:15 am LIL DRIBBLERS BASKETBALL (AGES 3 – 5)
Fee $25 ($30NR) Learn the proper techniques
BALLET & TAP COMBO (AGES 3 – 5) to dribble, pass and shoot.
Fee $40 ($45NR) Using stories, props, and fun Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
music your child will learn ballet, jazz and Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
tumbling skills. Tue (4x) Jan 26 – Feb 16 3 – 3:45 pm
Steppin' Out Performing Arts Tue (4x) Mar 16 – Apr 6 3 – 3:45 pm
(13331 W. Indian School Rd., Litchfield Park) Tue (4x) Apr 13 – May 4 3 – 3:45 pm
Instructor: Steppin' Out Staff
Fri (6x)
Sat (6x)
Jan 29 – Mar 5
Jan 30 – Mar 6
9:30 – 10:15 am
9 – 9:45 am
YOUTH PROGRAMS
NEW! CRAFTY KINDERS (AGES 3 – 5) MINI BALLET & TAP COMBO (AGES 5 – 8)
Fee $25 ($30NR) This class is designed to introduce arts and crafts, Fee $40 ($45NR) Using stories, props, and fun music your child will
while providing the child an outlet for self–expression and to learn ballet, jazz and tumbling skills.
increase their fine motor skills and self–esteem. Steppin' Out Performing Arts
American Sports Centers, ASC (755 N. 114th Ave.) (13331 W. Indian School Rd.,
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff Litchfield Park)
Instructor: Steppin' Out Staff
Wed (4x) Jan 27 – Feb 17 9 – 10 am
Sat (6x) Jan 30 – Mar 6 9 – 9:45 am
Wed (4x) Mar 17 – Apr 7 9 – 10 am
Wed (4x) Apr 14 – May 5 9 – 10 am
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NEW! YOGA TOGETHER (AGES 5 – 12) NEW! SOCCER SKILLS (AGES 9 – 12)
Fee $25 ($30NR) Partner with your child in a fun and animated yoga Fee $25 ($30NR) The class is designed to engage
class! The class will focus on breathing, postures, emotions, and your child and improve their soccer skills level
yamas/niyamas (yogic rules to live by). One child per and technique in shooting, dribbling, passing,
parent. heading, and working in a team environment.
American Sports Centers - Avondale/ASC Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
(755 N. 114th Ave.) Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff Mon (4x) Jan 25 – Feb 15 5 – 5:45 pm
Sat (4x) Jan 30 – Feb 20 9 – 9:45 am Mon (4x) Mar 15 – Apr 5 5 – 5:45 pm
Sat (4x) Mar 20 – Apr 17 9 – 9:45 am Mon (4x) Apr 12 – May 3 5 – 5:45 pm
No class on April 3
NEW! JUNIOR TENNIS SKILLS (AGES 6 – 8)
NEW! SPRING BREAK CAMP (AGES 7 – 12) Fee $25 ($30NR) This introductory class will provide young athletes
Fee $30 ($35NR) This camp features a wide range of fun activities an opportunity to learn the proper techniques and skills to tennis.
ranging from sports, arts and crafts, outdoor recreational activities,
Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
and more.
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
Wed (4x) Jan 27 – Feb 17 4 – 4:45 pm
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
Wed (4x) Mar 17 – Apr 7 4 – 4:45 pm
Mon – Fri Mar 8 – Mar 12 9 – 11:30 am
Wed (4x) Apr 14 – May 5 4 – 4:45 pm
NEW! JUNIOR BASKETBALL SKILLS (AGES 6 – 8)
Fee $25 ($30NR) This class is designed to develop their basketball
NEW! TENNIS SKILLS (AGES 9 – 12)
Fee $25 ($30NR) This introductory class will
skills, such as shooting, dribbling, and passing along with the basic
provide young athletes an opportunity to learn
rules of the game.
the proper techniques and skills to tennis.
Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
Tue (4x) Jan 26 – Feb 16 4 – 4:45 pm
Wed (4x) Jan 27 – Feb 17 5 – 5:45 pm
Tue (4x) Mar 16 – Apr 6 4 – 4:45 pm
Wed (4x) Mar 17 – Apr 7 5 – 5:45 pm
Tue (4x) Apr 13 – May 4 4 – 4:45 pm
Wed (4x) Apr 14 – May 5 5 – 5:45 pm
BASKETBALL SKILLS (AGES 9 – 12)
Fee $25 ($30NR) The class is designed to engage
YOUTH DODGEBALL (AGES 7 – 12)
Fee $25 ($30NR) Play this popular game in a fun and safe
your child and improve their basketball skill level
environment! Each week, different teams are formed, and a
and technique in shooting, dribbling, passing,
different style of dodgeball is played.
defending, and working in a team environment.
Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
Tue (4x) Mar 16 – Apr 6 6 – 6:45 pm
Tue (4x) Jan 26 – Feb 16 5 – 5:45 pm
Tue (4x) Apr 13 – May 4 6 – 6:45 pm
Tue (4x) Mar 16 – Apr 6 5 – 5:45 pm
Tue (4x) Apr 13 – May 4 5 – 5:45 pm NEW! ANGLER FISHING LESSONS (AGES 7 – 15)
FREE! Join us as we provide an introductory lesson to fishing.
NEW! JUNIOR SOCCER SKILLS (AGES 6 – 8) Participants will learn how to select tackle and bait, casting and
Fee $25 ($30NR) This class is designed to develop their soccer skills, rigging techniques, and fishing safety and ethics. Fishing licenses
such as shooting, dribbling, and passing along with the basic rules are required for anglers 10 and up. Fishing rod
of the game. and bait are provided.
Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.) Festival Fields (101 E. Lower Buckeye)
Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
Mon (4x) Jan 25 – Feb 15 4 – 4:45 pm Saturdays | 9 – 11:30 am
Mon (4x) Mar 15 – Apr 5 4 – 4:45 pm Feb 13, Feb 20, Feb 27, Mar 6
Mon (4x) Apr 12 – May 3 4 – 4:45 pm
For class descriptions and help with registration, please visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov/rec or call (623) 333-2400.
Due to COVID-19, the information listed in this guide may be amended and is subject to change.
For the latest information, please visit www.avondaleaz.gov or call (623) 333-2400.
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ARCHERY (AGES 8+) CHEER/HIP HOP/TUMBLE COMBO (AGES 7 – 12)
Fee $65 ($70NR) Students will observe the shooting & arrow Fee $40 ($45NR) Using stories, props, and fun music your child will
retrieval process followed by practicing shooting in a safe & friendly learn cheer, hip hop, and tumbling skills.
environment. All materials provided. Steppin' Out Performing Arts Office
Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.) (13331 W. Indian School Rd., Litchfield Park)
Instructor: Anchor Point Archery Instructors Instructor: Steppin' Out Staff
Thu (3x) Jan 14, 21, 28 5:30 – 7 pm Sat (6x) Jan 30 – Mar 6 12 – 12:45 pm
Sat (3x) Feb 13, 20, 27 8 – 9:30 am
Tue (3x) Mar 2, 9, 23 5:30 – 7 pm CHILD & BABYSITTING SAFETY, AMERICAN SAFETY & HEALTH
Thu (3x) Apr 8, 15, 22 5:30 – 7 pm INSTITUTE (AGES 10 – 16)
Fee: $45 ($50NR) This class is not just “watching” children but learn-
OLYMPIC TAE KWON DO (AGES 5+) ing to be responsible for their safety and well-being. Participants
Fee $50 ($55NR) Students learn how to kick, punch and the will be introduced to the skills necessary to care for infants and
principles of modesty, courtesy, integrity, children, basic first aid and CPR, receive help to build confidence
perseverance and self–control. $50 optional in creating their own babysitting business, and earn a certification
fee for uniform purchase. card valid for two (2) years.
Castillo Taekwondo Avondale City Hall (11465 W. Civic Center Dr.)
(11335 W. Buckeye Rd., Ste. C103, Avondale) Instructor: Cross Lifeline Training Staff
Instructor: Oscar Castillo Saturdays | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Thu (4x) Jan 14 – Feb 4 5 – 6 pm
Jan 30, Feb 27, Mar 27
Thu (4x) Feb 11 – Mar 4 5 – 6 pm
Thu (4x) Mar 11 – Apr 1 5 – 6 pm SPRING SPECIAL INTEREST
Thu (4x) Apr 8 – Apr 29 5 – 6 pm
BUNNY TRAIL (ALL AGES)
INTRO TO GYMNASTICS AND NINJA WARRIOR (AGES 5 – 11) Fee $20 Peter Rabbit is hopping down the
Fee $95 ($100NR) Students will experience both the grace of Bunny Trail, making a special trip to deliver
gymnastics and the strength of Ninja Warrior. baskets filled with treats to Avondale families.
Estrella Gymnastics (14200 W. Van Buren, Ste. C101, Goodyear) This is a surprise every child would love to
Instructor: Estrella Gymnastics Staff receive!
Fri (8x) Feb 12 – Apr 2 5:30 – 6:25 pm Ages: 5 – 7 Location: Your AVONDALE Home | 4 – 7 pm
Fri (8x) Feb 12 – Apr 2 6:30 – 7:25 pm Ages: 8 – 11
Tue, Mar 30 and Wed, Mar 31
SPRING COOKIES AND CRAFT (AGES 4 - 7)
NEW! RECREATIONAL CHEER (AGES 5 – 15) Fee $5 ($10NR) Enjoy the gorgeous spring weather by decorating
Fee $85 ($90NR) Basic technique and skills for cheer. Work on stunts, beautiful spring flowers, good enough to eat. While your cookie
arm position, chants, jumps, and learn cheer routines. creations dry, create a spring time craft. All materials included.
AZ Dynasty Athletics Office (1040 N Fairway Dr. Ste. 107, Avondale) Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
Instructor: AZ Dynasty Staff Sat Apr 17 10 – 11:30 am
Sun (8x) Jan 10 – Feb 28 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Sun (8x) Mar 7 – Apr 25 2:30 – 3:30 pm YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES &
NEW! BEGINNING TUMBLING (AGES 5 – 15)
Fee $85 ($90NR) Basic tumbling with no experience necessary. Class
EVENTS
will cover forward rolls, backward rolls, bridges, handstands set up, YOUTH COED SOCCER LEAGUE (AGES 5–12)
cartwheel set up, and jumps. Fee $50 ($55NR) There will be one practice on SPORTS
AZ Dynasty Athletics Office (1040 N Fairway Dr. Ste. 107, Avondale) a weeknight and games on Saturdays. Jerseys
Instructor: AZ Dynasty Staff included in fee.
Sun (4x) Jan 10 – Jan 31 1:30 – 2:30 pm Age Groups: 5 – 6 yrs | 7 – 9 yrs | 10 – 12 yrs
Sun (4x) Feb 7 – Feb 28 1:30 – 2:30 pm Friendship Park (12325 W. McDowell Rd.)
Sun (4x) Mar 7 – Mar 28 1:30 – 2:30 pm Registration Deadline: Feb 17
Season: Feb 27 – Apr 24
For class descriptions and help with registration, please visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov/rec or call (623) 333-2400.
Due to COVID-19, the information listed in this guide may be amended and is subject to change.
For the latest information, please visit www.avondaleaz.gov or call (623) 333-2400.
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NEW! ESPORTS LEAGUE (AGES 5+) NEW! ALL-LEVELS YOGA (AGES 18+)
Fee $10 ($15NR) per night or $25 ($30NR) per month. Fee $30 ($35NR) Focus on breath and movement through a se-
Different video games offered each game night. quence of standing and seated postures. This class is suitable for
Pizza is included for those who register. beginners and seasoned practitioners. All you need is your yoga
Avondale City Hall Council Chambers mat!
(11465 W. Civic Center Dr.) American Sports Centers - Avondale/ASC (755 N. 114th Ave.)
Age groups: 5 – 10 yrs, 10 – 17 yrs, 18 – 101 yrs Instructor: Avondale Recreation Staff
Registration deadline: Feb 17 Sat (4x) Jan 30 – Feb 20 10 – 11 am
Winter Season: Thursdays, Feb 25 – Mar 25 | 6 – 9 pm Sat (4x) Mar 20 – Apr 17 10 – 11 am
Registration deadline: Mar 31 No class on April 3
Spring Season: Thursdays, Apr 8 – May 27 | 6 – 9 pm
NEW! FIRE UP GX – TOTAL BODY WORKOUT (AGES 18+)
Drop-in Fee $10 ($15NR) or 5-day Pass $30 ($35NR)
NEW! PITCH, HIT & RUN EVENT (AGES 7 – 14)
Incorporate movement with the hottest beats in this total body
FREE! One day event where kids demonstrate their skills in pitching,
cardio and strength based fitness program.
hitting, and running competitions. There is a softball and baseball
option to accommodate both genders. American Sports Centers - Avondale/ASC (755 N. 114th Ave.)
Instructor: Teresa Coleman
Festival Fields (101 E. Lower Buckeye Rd, Avondale)
Mon (16x) Jan 11 – Apr 5 5:30 – 6:30 pm
March 28th | 9 am – 12 pm
Registration is open until event start time. NEW! ZUMBA (AGES 18+)
Drop-in Fee $10 ($15NR) or 10-day Pass $45 ($50NR)
Combine all the great aspects of a workout into a fun,
energetic party. Ditch the workout, join the party!
American Sports Centers - Avondale/ASC
(755 N. 114th Ave.)
Instructor: Sonia Barrios
Sat (15x) Jan 16 – Apr 24 8 – 9 am
NEW! COMMIT DANCE FITNESS (AGES 18+)
Drop-in Fee $10 ($15NR) or 10-day Pass $45 ($50NR)
The combination of High Intensity Training (HIT)
with dance movements creates dynamic, fun
Avondale Parks and Recreation has teamed up with ASC to workouts.
provide Avondale residents a 50% discount off ASC league American Sports Centers - Avondale/ASC
registration. Fee $49.50 for Avondale residents only. Must (755 N. 114th Ave.)
have current American Sports Center - Avondale (ASC) annual Instructor: Sonia Barrios
membership ($20). (Registration must be done at American Tue (15x) Jan 12 – Apr 20 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Sports Center - Avondale, 755 N. 114th Ave.,
to receive Avondale resident discount.) Each ASHI CPR, AED, & FIRST AID (AGES 18+)
season is 6 weeks long with practices and Fee $50 ($55NR) This blended learning course is for students,
games once a week. employees, or anyone wanting to increase basic knowledge. Topics
include legal considerations, bleeding, burns, allergic reaction,
NEW! BASKETBALL LEAGUES (AGES 5 – 14) stroke, cardiac arrest, AED, choking, etc.
Games on Friday evenings
Avondale City Hall (11465 W. Civic Center Dr.)
Registration deadline: Jan 13 Instructor: Cross Lifeline Training Staff
Winter Season: Jan 27 – May 3 | 6 – 9 pm Thursdays | 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Jan 14, Feb 11, Mar 11, Apr 8
ADULT PROGRAMS PET CPR & FIRST AID (AGES 15+)
Fee $45 ($50NR) Hands-on training. Learn Pet CPR, Pet
PICKLEBALL BEGINNER LESSONS (AGES 18+) Choking, Pet Basic First Aid and more. This program
FREE! Join us as we provide free lessons from is endorsed by the ASPCA. Cost includes take home
an Ambassador to the United States Pickleball materials and certification.
Association. Paddles and balls will be provided. Avondale City Hall (11465 W. Civic Center Dr.)
Festival Fields (101 E. Lower Buckeye) Instructor: American Emergency Response
Instructor: Ron Wilks Training
Saturdays | 10 am – 12 pm Thursdays | 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Jan 16 , Feb 13, Mar 13, Apr 10, Apr 24 Jan 14, Feb 11, Mar 11, Apr 8
RAVE January - April 2021 • 7
ADULT LEAGUES & TOURNAMENTS NEW! PICKLEBALL
Fee $40 ($45NR) Grab a partner and join the craze sweeping the na-
tion; we have leagues for all ability levels. All equipment is provided.
WINTER SOFTBALL LEAGUES
Returning Team Fee: $400 | New Team Fee: $425 Festival Fields (101 E. Lower Buckeye Rd, Avondale)
Registration deadline: Jan 13
Register now for the City of Avondale's Adult Softball Season,
with 14 regular season games guaranteed and end of season WINTER SEASON
tournament. Men’s | Tuesdays | Jan 19 – Mar 23 | 8 – 10 am
Festival Fields (101 E. Lower Buckeye Rd., Avondale) Women’s | Thursdays | Jan 21 – Mar 25 | 8 – 10 am
Registration Deadline: January 6 Mixed | Saturdays | Jan 23 – Mar 27 | 8 – 10 am
Men’s | Tuesdays | Jan 19 – Mar 9 Registration deadline: Jan 12
Women’s | Thursdays | Jan 21 – Mar 11
SPRING SEASON
Coed | Fridays | Jan 22 – Mar 12
Men’s | Tuesdays | Apr 6 – Jun 8 | 8 – 10 am
Coed | Sundays | Jan 17 – Mar 14
Women’s | Thursdays | Apr 8 – Jun 10 | 8 – 10 am
SPRING SOFTBALL LEAGUES Mixed | Saturdays | Apr 10 – Jun 12 | 8 – 10 am
Registration deadline: Mar 31 Registration deadline: Mar 31
Men’s | Tuesdays | Apr 6 – May 27
Women’s | Thursdays | Apr 8 – May 26
Coed | Fridays | Apr 9 – May 28
Coed | Sundays | Apr 11 – Jun 6
SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS
Team Registration: $150 Gather your teammates and join us for
these one day, double elimination tournaments.
Festival Fields (101 E. Lower Buckeye Rd, Avondale)
Mar 13 Coed Shamrock Showdown | Register by Mar 3
Apr 3 Men's Spring Swing | Register by Mar 24
May 15 Coed Beat The Heat Summer Warmup | Register by May 5
Register for Recreation Programs ONLINE!
www.AvondaleAZ.gov/rec
24 hrs a day • 7 days a week
For class descriptions and help with registration, please
visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov/rec or call (623) 333-2400.
Due to COVID-19, the information listed in this guide may be
amended and is subject to change. For the latest information,
please visit www.avondaleaz.gov or call (623) 333-2400.
8 • RAVE January - April 2021RECREATION CLASSES DO NOT MEET ON THE FOLLOWING CITY OBSERVED 2021 HOLIDAYS:
January 1 (New Year’s Day), April 4 (Easter).
REGISTRATION Any additional dates that classes do not meet are included in course descriptions.
Find new classes, join a sports league or register for programs to keep you
healthy and happy! Visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov/rec to get started today!
Deadline to register is one week prior to the start date of programs unless otherwise stated. We recommend that you register early for
programs and classes (at least three weeks prior). Insufficient registration may result in class cancellation.
1. Online Registration: www.AvondaleAZ.gov/rec
2. In-Person Registration (check, money order, credit, cash): Registrations may be processed at the Avondale Civic Center between
the hours of 7 am – 6 pm, Mon - Thu (closed on Fri). The Parks and Recreation Department is located at City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center
Drive, Suite 100, Avondale, AZ 85323.
3. Special Registration: Some programs have special registration procedures. Instructions for registration process are indicated in the
program description.
Call (623) 333-2400 if you have questions, or visit the Parks and Recreation Department from 7 am – 6 pm, Mon - Thu (closed on Fri),
located at City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Suite 100, Avondale, AZ 85323.
RAVE January - April 2021 • 9Parks & Facilities
The city operates out of multiple facility locations and has several parks throughout the city. Additional maps of the
community neighborhoods, schools, and other amenities are available for download at www.AvondaleAZ.gov/maps.
PARKS
1 Festival Fields 6 Sernas Plaza
101 E. Lower Buckeye Rd. 521 E. Western Ave.
2 Friendship Park 7 Fred Campbell Park
12325 W. McDowell Rd. 101 E. Lawrence Blvd.
3 Donnie Hale Park 8 Dennis Deconcini Park
10857 W. 4th St. 351 E. Western Ave.
4 Las Ligas Park 9 Dessie Lorenz Park
17
12421 W. Lower 202 E. Main St.
Buckeye Rd.
10 Doc Rhodes Park
5 Mountain View Park 104 W. Western Ave.
201 E. Mountain View Dr.
2
LIBRARIES RESOURCE CENTER
16 11 Avondale Civic Center 13 Arizona Complete Health
15 Library Avondale Resource Center
11350 W. Civic Center Dr. at the Marie Lopez Rogers
Complex
12 Sam Garcia Western 995 E. Riley Dr.
11
Avenue Library
14
495 E. Western Ave.
7
13 MISCELLANEOUS
10
12 6
14 Avondale Civic Center 16 Avondale Transit Center
8
3
Campus 11395 W. Earnhardt Dr.
9
City Hall &
Amphitheater 17 Goodyear Farms
11465 W. Civic Center Dr. Historic Cemetery
3720 N. Santa Fe Trail
5
15 Randall McDaniel Sports
1
4 Complex/ASC
755 N. 114th Ave.
Avondale Parks and Recreation fields and picnic ramadas are offered
on a first come, first served basis for our residents. Rent a field or
Due to COVID-19, the information listed in this guide may be picnic ramada in advance to ensure space is available for you.
amended and is subject to change. For the latest information,
please visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov or call (623) 333-2400. FIELDS PICNIC SHELTERS
✓ Reserve fields up to 30* days in ✓ Reserve picnic ramadas up to 1 year in advance
advance for residents ✓ Picnic ramadas are available at Friendship and
✓ $15** per hour for daytime use Festival Fields Parks starting as low as $25.
7 am - 5 pm, Sun - Fri ✓ Picnic ramadas hold a maximum of 30 people
✓ $20** per hour for prime time use ✓ Alcohol permits are available for purchase with
5 - 10 pm, Mon - Fri; Sat (all day) picnic ramada rentals
*14 days in advance for non-residents. | **Listed prices are resident rates.
Vist www.AvondaleAZ.gov/parks for availability. (623) 333-2400 | M - Th; 7 am - 6 pm
10 • RAVE January - April 2021NEW & IMPROVED UTILITY BILL PAY SERVICE
Conveniently view and pay your bill online, anytime from the device of your
choice. Set up automatic payments, go paperless and more with our electronic
billing and payment service.
EASY, SAFE, SECURE
Easy as 1-2-3 Your Payment Options
Go to the payment portal and locate PAY ONLINE
1
your bill. Go to www.invoicecloud.com/avondaleaz
Enter your payment information. PAY BY PHONE (623) 333-2005
2 Make a payment 24/7.
Review and submit your payment.
Receive an email confirmation of your PAY BY TEXT
3 Get text notifications about your bill or make a payment
payment amount and payment date.
24/7.
More features. More convenience.
` Save time with AutoPay & avoid ` Prefer to pay by phone? Make a ` No registration required for one-
late fees secure payment anytime 24/7 time payment
` Go paperless - receive bills, re- ` On the GO? Use your mobile de-
minders and receipts via email vice to Pay by Text
Go to www.invoicecloud.com/avondaleaz to get started.
` PAY IN PERSON by bringing your bill and payment to Cashiers/Utility Billing located at City Hall, 11465 W Civic
Center Drive, Avondale, AZ.
` USE DROP BOX located in the traffic circle between City Hall and Police Department to drop off non-cash utility
payments (include bill coupon). Payments made via drop box may not apply to your account until the next
business day.
` TERMS OF PAYMENT – All charges are due and payable upon receipt of this statement and will become
delinquent the day after the due date. All delinquent accounts are subject to a 1.5% penalty fee.
RAVE January - April 2021 • 11The Local EDGE team offers new Avondale businesses
complimentary groundbreaking, ribbon-cutting, and/or grand
opening event services, which are offered in a safe, virtual format
across the city’s social media networks.
The city’s dynamic Economic Development team has pivoted to
support our local businesses during uncertain times. They have
strengthened networks within Avondale’s local business community
by collaborating, educating and providing ongoing engagement
opportunities through a new program called The Local EDGE.
This past quarter alone, the city welcomed the expansion of MAE’s
Fine Foods (at left) as they opened up a store front, Modern Grind
(above) for those coffee connoisseurs, and we welcomed BioLife
for plasma collection services. Follow #AvondaleLocalEDGE on
Facebook (@AvondaleEDGE).
WAYS TO STAY SAFE AND STOP THE SPREAD
www.avondaleaz.gov/Covid19
Stay home when you are sick. Wash your hands often with soap and water for
Avondale residents at higher risk (adults over at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not
65, or people with underlying medical conditions) available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that
should continue to stay home and avoid contains at least 60% alcohol.
crowded public spaces.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with
Wear a mask every time you are in public, even if
unwashed hands.
you do not feel sick.
Physically distance by staying at least six feet away Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your
6’ from others who are not in your household when sleeve (not your hands) and immediately throw the
you are in public. tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and
Avoid gatherings of more than 10 people.
surfaces.
≤ 10
12 • RAVE January - April 2021Watch out for construction zones and drive safely.
STAY INFORMED:
Log on to www.avondaleaz.gov for updates on projects in your
neighborhood or call (623) 333-4200. For a complete list of highway and
freeway restrictions in the Phoenix area and around the state, visit ADOT’s
Travel Information site at az511.gov or call 5-1-1.
IN FINAL STAGES OF COMPLETION UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Property & Evidence Expansion, Civic Center Police Historic Avondale Infrastructure Improvements – Phase 1
Headquarters Anticipated Completion – June 2021
$7.2 M – Expansion/Remodel The City completed design and started construction on the
Proposed Construction Completion – January 2021 first of six phases of a project to remove and replace asphalt
The City has completed pavement throughout neighborhoods in Historic Avondale,
Phase 1 of a 19,000 Las Ligas and Cashion, through 2027. The first phase, currently
SF expansion to meet under construction, includes all of 3rd Avenue south of Western
the Avondale Police Avenue, and Holly Lane, Aragon Lane, Ely Lane and Rhodes Avenue
Department’s future between 3rd Avenue and Central Avenue. In addition to new
needs for Property and asphalt pavement, the project will include upgrading of the water
Evidence. Additional mains and services and constructing sidewalk, ramp and driveway
space on the first floor improvements to meet ADA accessibility guidelines.
has been added for the
Avondale Boulevard Widening – McDowell Rd to Encanto
Community Services
Blvd and Palm Lane Rd Extension – 116th Lane to 118th Dr
and Professional Services Bureau to accommodate growth in these
Anticipated Completion – Summer 2021
police areas as well. Phase 2 has started, to remodel the vacant
space in the main headquarters for a new Briefing Room, Command The City recently completed design
Conference Room, additional Records space, Training, and enlarged on two street improvement projects
break room for our growing police staff. in the vicinity of West Point High
School.
One of these projects is the
widening of Avondale Boulevard
between McDowell Road and
Encanto Boulevard. The west side of
Avondale Boulevard will be widened
from two lanes to four lanes to
increase road capacity. New asphalt
pavement, curb gutter, sidewalk,
and street light improvements are being constructed. These
Arizona Complete Health Avondale Resource Center improvements will provide sidewalks and bike lanes to support
at the Marie Lopez Rogers Complex students walking and biking to and from school.
$8.7 M – New Building, Construction Completion – December 2020 The other project is the construction of the unimproved section of
The City is nearing completion of a new 30,000 SF Resource and Palm Lane between 116th Lane and 118th Drive, to improve the
Senior Center at 995 E Riley Drive. The new Resource Center traffic circulation, especially during school pick-up and drop-off.
will accommodate all current City health and human services
Avari Apartments
partners with room for growth, classrooms and meeting spaces,
and a computer lab. The new Senior Center will have an improved A new 354-unit apartment complex located at the northwest
drop-off/pick-up, new bus stop, larger dining space, new kitchen, corner of Avondale Boulevard and Corporate Drive, features an
and spaces for games, fitness, and learning. Many of the interior urban design feel with buildings of three and four floors, many
gathering spaces are capable of opening to an outdoor backyard with tuck under garages. The complex features amenities such as
with a public art feature and views of the Estrella mountains. a swimming pool, large open space, exercise and fitness buildings,
and clubhouse with theater room for residents.
RAVE January - April 2021 • 13CHARGE YOUR EV AT THE
RIDE ON AVONDALE CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY
WITH AVONDALE TRANSIT Avondale supports the
Park-and-Ride to Downtown Phoenix adoption of electric
from Avondale Transit Center vehicles (EVs) for a
healthy and sustainable
Why fight traffic when Valley Metro city. Unlike gas-powered
can do the driving? vehicles, EVs don’t emit
Drive to the park-and-ride in Avondale and catch Express harmful pollutants
Route 563 to downtown Phoenix. while driving and can
Please visit www.valleymetro.org/news/service- be recharged using
impacts-due-covid-19 for the most current schedule renewable energy.
information. There are other benefits
Avondale Transit Center is conveniently located off the too, including reduced
I-10 and Avondale Blvd. (11395 W. Dale Earnhardt Dr.) maintenance and refueling costs and enhanced
(602) 253-5000 | TTY(602) 251-2039 | valleymetro.org performance.
To make it easier to drive an EV in Avondale, the
City is providing fast charging for the public. Come
charge up your EV at the Civic Center Library, 11350
Civic Center Dr. This Level 2 ChargePoint station has
two ports and is free to use during the pilot period
(until June 30, 2021).
Visit avondaleaz.gov/ev to learn more about
Please EVs, charging, and how the City is supporting this
ROUTE 563 #MaskUp cleaner transportation technology.
Please
#MaskUp
Please visit valleymetro.org
for the most current schedule
information.
50¢ each ride
Exact fare required
The ZOOM route is now a continuous loop: (counter clockwise), or (clockwise).
ZOOM Stops Include:
} Avondale Civic Center } Crystal Gardens Parkway } Historic Avondale } Southwest Valley YMCA } Universal Technical
} Avondale Civic Center Library } Estrella High School /Rio Salado College } Litchfield & Indian School } St. John Paul II High School Institute
} Avondale Community Center } Estrella Mountain Community College Roads } Target } Walmart
} Cashion Community } Festival Fields } La Joya High School } Tolleson City Crossings } West Valley Hospital
} Corte Sierra Elementary } Garden Lakes Community } Main Event, Park 10 Retail } Tolleson City Hall } Westview High School
School } Gateway Pavilions } Palm Valley Marketplace
PLAN YOUR TRIP, visit valleymetro.org or call (602) 253-5000, TTY (602) 251-2039
14 • RAVE January - April 2021What is this study about? How can I get involved?
The Avondale-Goodyear Transit Study Take a short survey to provide
will evaluate the need for improved and feedback on existing transit
expanded transit service for our service and suggest potential
communities. improvements. Access the survey
The study includes a review of local via the project website –
conditions and national best practices. azmag.gov/Avondale-Goodyear.
The study provides numerous Share the project website and
opportunities for community input. survey on social media.
The study will recommend a variety of
transit improvements and
investments.
= Community and
Stakeholder Outreach
Project Timeline
JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY
2021
Existing Conditions and Market Analysis Service Report
Best Practices Recommendations Development
Learn more about the study at:
azmag.gov/Avondale-Goodyear
RAVE January - April 2021 • 15UniquelyAvondale
As we kick off 2021, Avondale will celebrate its semisesquicentennial year (say that fast five times)!
In other words, it’s the city’s 75th year or Diamond Anniversary!
So much has changed since Avondale's founding father, William "Billy" G. Moore, arrived in Arizona in the late
1860s, settling near the Agua Fria River in 1880, and calling it "Coldwater, Arizona," after the river that flowed
through. Back then, Coldwater was just a general store and stage stop near the Agua Fria River crossing. The city
took its name from "Avondale Ranch," where the post office was established in 1896. The main street, which we
know today as Western Avenue in the heart of “Old Town”– spurred the area’s growth, leading to the incorporation
of Avondale in 1946.
16 • RAVE January - April 2021OLD TOWN CHARM
As the area of "Old Town" grew, development consisted of a conglomeration
of styles and architecture along Western Avenue typical of small western
towns, with ranching, the railroad and cotton farming as main industries. The
area has an eclectic look, yet also preserves the historic business district and
safeguards opportunities for small, independent businesses to thrive today.
Avondale is proud that the roots of our city are still strong in the area; many of
the residential streets bear the names of the families that first established here,
such as Aragon, Hill and Madden. Western Avenue is a pedestrian-friendly
zone featuring locally-owned small businesses, unique and award winning
restaurants, cultural and urban art, and eclectic building-scapes that run the
stretch from Central Avenue to Dysart Road. Government buildings such as the
modern Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library, a fire station, police substation,
parks and plazas are a hub for an area that boasts so much charm today. Over
the years, the City has partnered with business owners to give several historic
buildings a facelift with new façade improvements, while staying true to the
street’s uniquely Avondale character.
ROOTS
During the early part of Arizona’s statehood, vast acres of farm fields sprung to
life in this part of the valley. During World War I, the demand for cotton surged
in the United States. This led to expansive use of land for cotton farming in
the Southwest Valley, bringing thousands of migrant workers from Mexico to
turn the arid desert into suitable crops to supply the demand from US federal
government. Amid this early growth, a pandemic struck, resulting in lives lost
from the 1918 Spanish Flu. A cemetary was established by Goodyear Farms to
bury the farmworkers and their families who died from the flu. The historical
Goodyear Farms Cemetery today is cared for by the City of Avondale, which
is committed to preserving the history of the pioneers who transformed the
desert area into agricultural fields. Each year, the city teams up with Ballet
Folklorico Esperanza to host a Dia de Los Muertos celebration to honor those
who are buried at the cemetery.
HISTORY – THE “HEART" OF ARIZONA
The United States was acquired from Mexico in 1854. The historical reference
of Gadsden Purchase included lands south of the Gila River and west of the Rio
Grande where the US federal government wanted to build a transcontinental
railroad along a deep southern route. The US government, in order to establish
Arizona territory, marked the land accordingly from a high point just south
of the Gila River, known today as Monument Hill. This point was not only
the northern boundary of Mexico, but eventually became the starting point
for surveys when Arizona was established as a state. Numerous round USGS
markers, and an artistic "X" top this hill, mark the spot of this site, which is listed
in the National Register of Historic Places. Monument Hill is adjacent to Phoenix
Raceway, and the Base & Meridian Wildlife area, in the southern part of the city.
There are awesome views of the confluence of the Salt and Gila Rivers, Estrella
Mountains and downtown Phoenix from atop the official midpoint of the
entire state.
Avondale’s unique charm and special history will be shared and celebrated throughout this Diamond Anniversary year. Follow
#UniquelyAvondale on Facebook, to learn more as we spotlight Avondale, in celebration of 75 years as a City.
RAVE January - April 2021 • 17HANDS FREE LAW IN EFFECT
Starting Jan. 1, 2021, a driver can be fined for holding a
cellphone while operating a vehicle. The only exception is if the
vehicle is stopped at a red light or parked.
` The law applies to texting, talking, looking at a map, using
the internet or watching videos while holding a phone. A car-
mounted cellphone can be used for navigation or talking in
hands-free mode.
` A driver can be pulled over just for holding their phone.
` A first violation will earn a fine of at least $75 and up to $149. A
second or subsequent violation nets a fine of $150 to $250.
` A driver who causes an accident
causing injury or death while using
a phone can be charged with a
misdemeanor carrying a six-month
jail sentence, have their licenses
suspended and be ordered to pay
restitution up to $100,000.
Avondale Fire & Medical
@AvondaleAZFireMedical
Avondale Police
@AvondalePD
POLICE
@avondalepolice
also on
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DON’T BE A VICTIM OF PROPERTY CRIME
POLICE
LOCK IT HIDE IT KEEP IT
Police Department
(623) 333-7000
www.AvondaleAZ.gov/police
Policing Together
Lock your vehicle every If you cannot remove your Personal responsibility is the
#APDcares
time you leave it valuables, hide them in a best prevention to safeguard
unattended and always trunk, under the seats, in the personal property and to If you view a crime in progress or
remove your valuables. glove box, or other compart- prevent becoming a victim. any suspicious person/event
ments in the vehicle. please call 911.
18 • RAVE January - April 2021AVONDALE Avondale Police Dept. can view resident's public posts on
FIREFIGHTERS Neighbors and can chime in with relevant updates or safety
alerts. Anyone with a smartphone can download
CONNECT the Neighbors App to receive updates and have the
POLICE
option to post photos or videos from any device.
WITH LOCAL
STUDENTS
by Dave Wagner, Battalion Chief
In the Spring of 2019, at a time when Avondale Fire and Medical was
exploring avenues to get more involved with the schools in the com-
munity, we attended a Community Partners Cafe hosted by the Avon-
dale Community of Schools (Lattie Coor, Eliseo C. Felix and Avondale
Middle) in Historic Avondale. Several ideas were exchanged, includ-
ing the idea of a mentorship program with the students at Avondale
Middle School (AMS).
We received an overwhelming response
from our firefighters wanting to partici- Do you (or does someone you know) have an
pate in such a mentorship program. We
worked with school staff to develop a
outstanding warrant, overdue fines,
plan and train our firefighters to work or a suspended license that you would
with selected students to help them set like to resolve?
to goals and develop life skills. The program kicked off at the start
of the 2019-2020 school year with 13 mentors, most matched up
with two students each. With parental approval, the school selected
7th and 8th graders that were facing challenges in certain areas and
could benefit from a mentorship with the firefighters of their com-
munity. AVONDALE CITY COURT OFFERS A
Program participants have shown mea-
surable success in their grades, atten-
Compliance Assistance Program
dance, and behavior. On average, our
mentors visit their mentees monthly, QUASH AN ACTIVE WARRANT
or more often as needed. Even more re-
warding are the relationships that have ` You will need to see the judge to become
been formed. Our firefighter mentors have been able to advocate for compliant on all charges (jail, classes, fines)
their mentees through establishing tutoring programs, raise funds to
provide food and financial support for families in need, and provide
donations for school supplies. Additionally, our firefighter mentors REINSTATE A DRIVER’S LICENSE
have participated in numerous school events to support their men-
tees and the school.
` Resolve past due traffic fines
Of course, our program has had to adapt to
the “new normal” that we are living in due to Email the court your full name, date of birth and contact
COVID-19. Throughout the pandemic and information (cell number) to: emailcitycourt@avondaleaz.gov
subsequent school closures, our firefighters to request to enter the Compliance Assistance Program (CAP).
have continued to meet with their students
through Zoom meetings and visiting the cam- Avondale City Court
pus, when students are there, following strict mask and distancing 11325 W. Civic Center Dr.
protocols. This program has been a success beyond what we envi- Avondale, AZ 85323
sioned; the school district even has reached out to other area fire and Call (623) 333-5800 for more
police agencies to form similar programs in the district. information.
We are very proud of the bond we have formed with students in our
Be prepared to make a payment. Only applicable for
community. Perhaps one day we will work side by side with them as
suspended licenses and warrants out of Avondale City Court.
public servants right here in Avondale.
RAVE January - April 2021 • 19YOUTH
DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAMS
Helping youth aspire and achieve success
now and in the future.
Neighborhood and Family Services
www.avondaleaz.gov/youth
(623) 333-2700
@AvondaleYouth
AVONDALE YOUTH ADVISORY COMMISSION (AYAC) (AGES 13 - 20)
Youth have a voice in Avondale! Join the AYAC to help promote positive change in Avondale
through action and involvement. AYAC helps shape the future by providing input to city leaders,
planning community service projects and attending leadership conferences.
AYAC meets the second and fourth Monday of every month at 6 pm via Zoom virtual meeting
https://avondaleaz.zoom.us/j/98878421440. Meeting ID: 988 7842 1440. When in-person meetings are possible, they are held
at Avondale City Hall.
JUNIOR SERVICE-LEARNING CLUB (GRADES 6TH- 8TH)
The Avondale Junior Service-Learning Club is a great way for youth to learn valuable leadership
skills and enjoy the unique opportunity to serve the community alongside other students from
schools in the area. This is a fun and exciting opportunity to coordinate activities that support and
serve the community while inspiring civic engagement and action. Participants will engage in monthly service projects based
around family, school the community and much more!
Junior Service-Learning Club meets on the second Monday of the month, 4:30- 5:30 pm via Zoom virtual meeting: https://
avondaleaz.zoom.us/j/94807664202. Meeting ID: 948 0766 4202. When in-person meetings are possible, they are held at City
Hall in the Sonoran Conference Room.
Special Registration for AYAC and JSLC: Call the Neighborhood and Family Services Department/Youth & Community
Engagement Division at (623) 333-2719 or visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov/youth
KIDS AT HOPE
Kids at Hope provides the City of Avondale with a framework for creating positive and supportive
environments to assist youth in achieving their full potential as caring and productive citizens. Kids at Hope
inspires, empowers and transforms schools, organizations serving youth and entire communities to create
an environment and culture where all children can experience success, NO EXCEPTIONS!
(623) 333-2723 | www.kidsathope.org | www.AvondaleAZ.gov/youth
FREE! KIDS AT HOPE TRAINING
The City of Avondale Neighborhood & Family Services Department is sponsoring a series of training
sessions as part of Avondale’s designation as a KIDS AT HOPE City. These trainings are an exciting experience
designed to explore the concept of KIDS AT HOPE; what it is, how it is learned, instilled, and reinforced in order
to ensure that all children will have many opportunities to be successful.
Times and location to be announced. Call (623) 333-2723 or visit www.AvondaleAZ.gov/youth for more
information.
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