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Whats Happening (DEC 11)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on December 15, 2011

What’s Happening In The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s

George A. Young – gayoung@cox.net

“Well Folks remember; “Smile when you answer the phone.  The caller will hear it in your voice.”

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up.    For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department.  Our planner is Josh Bednarek at (602-261-8771) e-mail or joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov.  To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162).  Below is a place that if you have not been you should plan on going.  Mr. Mel Martin has created a one of kind experience.  Mr. Al Ramsey sent me an e-mail about a new Laundromat located in the shopping center at the SWC of South Central and West Baseline Road.  Mr. John Parker is the manager and Al wanted folks to know how nice it is.  Stop by and use them.   Thanks Al.  We have a correction from our November issue.  The St. Luke’s article mistakenly stated that the “Introduction of One World, One Heart” was written by Susan Polis Schutz.  It was actually from “Leap of Faith” by Bobbie Holaday.

 

Martin Auto Museum Now open to the Public Thursday, Friday & Saturday’s, 12pm to 6pm

The formerly private Martin Auto Museum has just announced that it will now open its doors to the public every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12 noon to 6pm beginning on Friday October 28th 2011, (which coincidently happens to be my birthday, thank you very much). Organized back in 2005, the Martin Auto Museum Inc. was created by Arizona entrepreneur Mel Martin to showcase his private collection of vintage vehicles and is now registered with the IRS as a 501(c) 3 non-profit “dedicated to the preservation of collectible and rare automobiles for educational purposes.”

As his collection continued to grow and the building expanded, Mel saw a need to share this collection of vehicles that represented significant periods in automotive history. At the Martin Auto Museum, visitors can view automotive history through the decades in this vast collection. There are also enough race cars and one-of-a-kind vehicles to excite any automotive, art or history enthusiast. In addition to the collection, there is lots of meeting space available for groups of up to 120 people. It is the perfect “centrally located” place to hold car club meetings or any special event in. Check it out.

The Martin Auto Museum is located at 17641 North Black Canyon Highway, Phoenix Az 85023. Just go north off of Bell Road on the east-side of I-17′s Frontage Road until you see the MMA Museums sign. If you are familiar with “Grumpy’s” vintage parts over there along the I-17 east-side Frontage Road, Mel’s place is just two buildings south of Grumpy’s. The Martin Auto Museum phone number is (602) 971-4753 and their fax number is (602) 971-4836. You can also e-mail Mel at: melcarup@aol.com and the MMA Museums web site is at: www.martinautomuseum.org/

 

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, December 13th. 2011 at 6:30 PM at the South Mountain Community College, 7050 South 24th. Street, Student Union Building.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, November 30th.  2011 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, December 6th.  2011 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, February 22nd. 2011 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.

 

“Remember Folks; The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese. And if I agreed with you we would both be wrong.”

 

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Whats Happening (NOV 11)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on October 26, 2011

What’s Happening In The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s

George A. Young – gayoung@cox.net

““Well Folks remember; Some doctors say that cheerful folks resist disease better than grumpy ones.””

 

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up.    For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department.  Our planner is Josh Bednarek at (602-261-8771) e-mail or joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov.  To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162).

This month I want to mention a little about our Village.  The South Mountain Village (SMV) extends from the Rio Salado to the South Mountain Park Preserve, the largest municipal park in the country and 48th. Street on the east and 27th. Avenue on the west.  From the ridge line of South Mountain to farm fields and urban neighborhoods, the village offers many different living environments.  Although containing established neighborhoods, SMV is in many ways a young, developing area.  The core of the village is in the vicinity of Central Avenue and the Salt River.  Significant concentrations of employment are also being created in the northeast portion of the village.  This area is accessible from the Maricopa Freeway and is close to Sky harbor International Airport.  The intensification is being balanced by quality residential and commercial development near the foothills of the South Mountain.  The image of SMV is strengthened by its rural atmosphere and its feeling of open space.  Many of the distinct features of the village are:  The Mountain Preserve, foothills and agricultural areas that serve as additional area of interest within the village.  Emphasis is directed toward maintaining and enhancing these areas.  The Rio Salado provides a unique opportunity to develop its potential recreational aspects.  Leisure time activities include hiking, horseback riding, biking and visiting the Audubon Society.  The rural and open character of the village will be further enhanced by maintaining and attracting quality foothill development, such as the Baseline Road and Dobbins Scenic drives.  Please take some time and enjoy our Village.  It is truly a great place to live, work and play.

 

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, 8th. 2011 at 6:30 PM at the South Mountain Community College, 7050 South 24th. Street, Student Union Building.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, November 30th.  2011 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, November 1st.  2011 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, October 26th. 2011 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.

 

“Remember Folks; There is only one thing about which I am certain and that is that there is very little about which one can be certain.”

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Whats Happening (OCT 11)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on September 26, 2011

What’s Happening In The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s

George A. Young – gayoung@cox.net

“Well Folks remember; A true friend is someone who reaches for your hand and touches your heart.”

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up.  Here are some events happening in the Villages.  The good folks at the Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center are currently seeking a Reception Desk/Gift Shop Volunteer to work regularly on Thursdays from 9am-1pm, are you available? Or do you know someone who might be interested in helping us make a difference at the Center?    Please contact Janice Miano at 602-468-6470.  The Anderson Farms community is holding a Community Garage Sale. Saturday November 5th. 2011. 8:00AM-1:30AM. Located at 6500 South 27th. Avenue and West St. Anne, contact Ruben Henderson III at 602-243-6095 for more information.  Miss Arizona, Jennifer Sedler, will be visiting EAGLE College Prep Wednesday morning, September 7th, at 8:30am. She will be helping Bridgette Asheim, Director of HopeKids, and Jessica Gregorivic, parent, kick off EAGLE’s participation in the 3rd Annual HopeWalk on October 23rd. EAGLE College Prep has a student who participates in HopeKids and who has previously participated in Make a Wish. EAGLE College Prep is the first school in Arizona to participate in the HopeWalk. “HopeKids provides ongoing events and activities and a powerful, unique support community for families who have a child with cancer or some other life-threatening medical conditions. We surround these remarkable children and their families with the message that hope can be a powerful medicine.” (from www.hopekids.org)  Participating in the HopeWalk continues to further EAGLE’s mission of providing opportunities for positive character development. Our students will have the opportunity to raise money while also raising awareness for children with life-threatening medical conditions. They truly demonstrate the six pillars of character – especially what it means to show caring toward others.
For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department.  Our planner is Josh Bednarek at (602-261-8771) e-mail or joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov.  To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162).

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 11th. 2011 at 6:30 PM at the South Mountain Community College, 7050 South 24th. Street, New Library.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, October 26th.  2011 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 4th.  2011 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, September 28th. 2011 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.


“Remember Folks; A bank is a place that will loan you money if you can prove you do not need it.”

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Whats Happening (SEPT 11)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on September 5, 2011

What’s Happening In The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s

George A. Young – gayoung@cox.net

“Well Folks remember; When God solves your problems, you have faith in HIS abilities: when GOD doesn’t solve your problems HE has faith in your abilities.”

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up.  Thanks to all the folks that participated in our Visioning effort for the Del Rio Brownfield Project.   Please see the last public meeting will be September 27th. 2011 for this year.  I heard that LA Fitness is looking to build on South 24th. Street and East Baseline Road.  The previous site for 24 Hour Fitness.  We are getting a new Quick-Trip on the NWC of South 16th. Street and East Baseline Road.  Should be open in about six months of so.   For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department.  Our planner is Jane Bixley/Josh Bednarek at (602-261-8771) e-mail jane.bixler@phoenix.gov or joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov.  To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162).

Phoenix’s vast network of desert preserves and hiking trails has earned the city recognition from National Geographic as one of the nations’s best hiking cities. The listing in the online story (available on the Trails and Desert Preserves page of the Parks and Recreation Department website at phoenix.gov/parks) refers to South Mountain Park/Preserve as “a veritable wilderness in the city.  Phoenix’s desert preserve system is more than 30,000 acres and has close to 200 miles of trails through classic Sonoran Desert. Close to 700,000 city residents visited a Phoenix desert park or preserve in the past year.  Imagine exploring untouched desert lined with majestic saguaro and cholla cactuses, home to coyotes, great horned owls and gila monsters — all just minutes from downtown Phoenix. It’s no surprise Phoenix is one of National Geographic’s best hiking cities. And it’s not just natural beauty. Look for signs of ancient civilizations in rock art petroglyphs left behind by the city’s prehistoric inhabitants. With dozens of trail access points throughout the city, it’s easy to make time for a hike, run or ride. There’s a trail for everyone, from busy, arduous summit climbs to secluded, meandering valley walks, and everything in between. Most trail parking areas are open from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, September 13th. 2011 at 6:30 PM at the South Mountain Community College, 7050 South 24th. Street, Student Union Hall.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, September 28th.  2011 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, September 6th.  2011 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, September 14th. 2011 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.


“ Remember Folks; Remember the three “R’s”: Respect for self: Respect for others: and Responsibility for all your actions.  And try spending some time alone.”

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Whats Happening (Aug 11)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on August 9, 2011

What’s Happening In The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s

George A. Young – gayoung@cox.net

“Well Folks remember; Often when we lose hope and think this is the end, GOD smiles from above and says, “Relax, my child, it’s just a bend , not the end!”

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up.  Thanks to all the folks that participated in our first Visioning effort for the Del Rio Brownfield Project.   Please see the ad in this months Villager for future meetings.  I heard that LA Fitness is looking to build on South 24th. Street and East Baseline Road.  The previous site for 24 Hour Fitness.   For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department.  Our planner is Jane Bixley/Josh Bednarek at  (602-261-8771) e-mail jane.bixler@phoenix.gov or joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov.  To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162).

Why Walk When You Can Fly?

New Performing Arts Charter School Opening in the South Mountain Community

 

EAGLE College Prep is launching its second school in the South Mountain Village community August 1, 2011. Modeled after the highly successful college prep charter school, EAGLE College Prep Harmony emphasizes college prep at an early age, the performing arts, and the integration of technology in every classroom.

In a time where the arts are being drastically cut from schools, Harmony scholars will engage in two performing arts specials each day. These classes include a variety of movement classes, choral, and piano lessons. In addition, students will utilize the technology pods included in every classroom to develop, maintain, and master math and reading skills.

EAGLE Harmony is different than your typical elementary school. Students will participate in common core classes including reading, writing, math, science, and social studies, in addition to actively participating in the arts and technology. Students will attend school from 8:00am-4:00pm, with shortened days on Wednesdays. These hours are important to its scholars, because it is EAGLE’s mission to prepare all students for college and their future. The classes are academically rigorous, creative, hands-on, and dedicated to college preparation for every child.

EAGLE Harmony will serve all learners in grades Kindergarten through 2nd grade in its first year and add a grade each year until 8th grade. For more information about the school visit the website: www.eagleharmony.org. Enroll now, and begin the school year August 1st.

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, August 9th. 2011 at 6:30 PM at the South Mountain Community College, 7050 South 24th. Street, Student Union Hall.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 24th.  2011 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, August 2nd. 2011 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, September 14th. 2011 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.


“ Remember Folks; Love deeply and passionately, you might get hurt but it’s the only way to live life to its fullest.”

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Whats Happening (July 11)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on July 3, 2011

What’s Happening In The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s

George A. Young – gayoung@cox.net

 

“Well Folks remember; Don’t believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.”

 

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up.  For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department.  Our planner is Josh Bednarek at (602-262-6823) e-mail joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov.  To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162).

EAGLE College Prep’s Student Council hosted a Flagpole Dedication on Thursday, June 7th at 9:00am.  Student Council President Gunner Williams gave a heartfelt speech about the importance of the flag honoring our country.  He shared the story of how the Student Council arranged for the flagpole to be purchased and installed.  The student council made it a priority to get a flagpole for EAGLE College Prep this year.  To raise funds to purchase the flagpole, Student Council held fundraisers and sought donations.  At the beginning of the year, the PTA donated $100 to the student council.  This allowed them to purchase materials for a candy gram sale.  They raised $300 from the candy gram sale and $225  from a SMENCIL (smelly pencil) fundraiser.  The Student Council officers gave a presentation to the school’s governing board.  Members of the governing board listened to their presentation and were so moved by the character of the students that individual members collectively donated $70.  With the final $200 donation from the Silver Pony Saloon, Student Council was able to purchase a 35 foot pole.  Installation was donated by Jason Williams and his crew from Kelly’s Reload.   The VFW donated the flag that will be raised daily outside on the flagpole.  Student council historian Lily Redner and her family also donated a flag to the school.  The flag is one that was raised on 9/11 at the White House.  This flag will fly inside building 2.   EAGLE College Prep is very proud of its student council’s demonstration of citizenship.

 

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, July 12th. 2011 at 6:30 PM at the South Mountain Community College, 7050 South 24th. Street, Student Union Hall.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 24th.  2011 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, July 12th. 2011 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, September 14th. 2011 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.

 

“Remember Folks; When you say “I love you,” mean it and when you say, “I’m Sorry,” look the person in the eye.”

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Whats Happening (JUNE 2011)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on May 21, 2011

What’s Happening In The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s

George A. Young

gayoung@cox.net

“Well Folks remember; When you pray for others, God listens to you and blesses them: and sometimes, when you are safe and happy, remember that someone has prayed for you.”

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up.  For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department.  Our planner is Josh Bednarek at (602-262-6823) e-mail joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov.  To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162).

Some more good news, on Wednesday May 4th. yours truly, got another award, this time for being “Human”.  Once again I did not know that folks got these kinds of awards, but it is nice to know, so if anybody doubts weather or not I am human I can show them my Certificate.  The nice folks at South Mountain Community College gave me the award for the 2010-2011 Humanitarian Awards, my fellow awardees were Barbara Kutnick, Bill Zepeda, Buddy Cheeks and Sian Proctor.   My congratulations go out to all of them.

I have had folks ask me what is happening in our Village’s, and the answer is “not much”.

We are seeing some new homes being built and a few new businesses.  We are having a ‘Mayor’s Forum in June, “South Mountain Counts”, check the SML Chamber page for details.  The new library at SMCC will open August 16th. 2011.  Grand opening in September 2011.  The Neighborhood House is finally getting the renovations.  Work should start soon.  Still looking for any historic items to place in the building.  Please contact Verna or George.  We will pick them up.

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Whats Happening (May 2011)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on April 21, 2011

What’s Happening In The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s

George A. Young

gayoung@cox.net

“Well Folks remember; WORRYING does not take away tomorrow’s TROUBLES: it takes away today’s PEACE.”

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up.  For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department.  Our planner is Josh Bednarek at (602-262-6823) e-mail joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov.  To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162).

Some more good news, on Saturday, March 19th, Commander Chris Crockett (my brother) along with Police Officers Morris, Charley, Dotson, Bertz, and Richards from the South Mountain Precinct met with members of the Lindo Park II community to participate in a neighborhood clean-up.  Due to the excellent planning and leadership from the Lindo Park II HOA (Muriel Smith) and South Mountain Village Clean and Beautiful (SMVC&B) we were able to participate in a very successful event.  Neighbors and friends came together to continue in the revitalization efforts that have marked a very progressive year for Lindo Park.  Special thanks goes out to the Lindo Park II HOA, SMVC&B, City of Phoenix NSD (Olga, Mike, Mitch and Francisco) and District 7 Office, Maricopa County Adult Probation, Phoenix Collegiate Academy, Hermosa Park Teen Club, and many others who showed up and worked hard in this effort.  Thank everyone for your hard work and the great partnership we formed to improve our Village.  

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, May 10th. 2011 at 6:30 PM at the South Mountain Community Collage, 7050 South 24th. Street, Student Union Hall.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 25th.  2011 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, May 2nd. 2011 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, September 14th. 2011 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.

 

“Remember Folks; Friendship is like a BOOK.  It takes few seconds to burn, but it takes years to WRITE.”

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Whats Happening (JAN 2011)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on December 12, 2010

What’s Happening In The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s

George A. Young

gayoung@cox.net

“Behind every successful man is a woman.  Behind the fall of a successful man is usually another woman.”

Well folks it is another year and things are looking positive.  We have several new restaurants in the Village, The House at the Secret Garden, La Cucina Italiana, Lin’s Buffett and Grill, the Taka Grill and Café and Big Man’s BBQ.   A new medical center and fitness center.  A few new houses being built.  By August we will have another fine Charter School at 40th. Street and East Baseline, the South Phoenix Academy Prep and Arts South Valley School.  Also Eagle Prep will be expanding this coming year at a new site yet to be determined on the east side of the Villager.  The winners for the Festival of Thanksgiving Parade for 2010 are:

The Tommy Amarillas Spirit Award

Best Overall Parade Entry

Ballet Folkloricao de Santa Maria

 

The ESPIRITU/NFL YET Academy Award

Best Overall Community Spirit of Youth Award

South Mountain High School JROTC

 

The South Mountain/Laveen Village’s Chamber of Commerce Award

Best Overall Community of Business Award

The Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Arizona

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up. Stay tuned for updates on the South Central Avenue Study.  For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department.  Our planner is Josh Bednarek at (602-262-6823) e-mail joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov.  To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Villages please e-mail at gayoung@cox.net or call George at (602-243-3162).

For Sale

40 acres near Kingman Arizona, Please contact George Terzan at 602-268-8699

 

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, January 11th. 2011 at 6:30 PM at the South Mountain Community College, 7050 South 24th. Street, Student Union Hall.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, January 26th. 2011 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, January 4th. 2011 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, February 16th. 2011 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.

Remember Folks; “Going to Church does not make you a Christian any more than standing in a garage makes you a car.”

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What’s Happening (Oct 10)

Posted by South Mountain Villager on September 26, 2010

By now you folks have probably heard that there is a group of folks that are planning on building an amusement park south & north of the Rio Salado, between Central Avenue and 19th. Avenue, about 488 acres. The SMVPC will be hearing our second PUD in our Village on this project in the near future. Hope you have time to attend the meetings and give us some input. It is a great project and will be an economic boost to our Village. The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up. Our next clean up is October 16th. Stay tuned for updates on the South Central Avenue Study. The word for this month is “synchronicity” meaning: “the quality or fact of being simultaneous or the coincidental occurrence of events and especially psychic events”. For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department. Our planner is Josh Bednarek at (602-262-6823) e-mail joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov. To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Villages please e-mail at gayoung@cox.net or call George at (602-243-3162).

The folks around Lindo Park will be having a large GAIN event on October 16th. From 10 am to 2 PM. Lindo Park is on 20th. Avenue and West Roeser. For more information contact Olga at 602-256-3493.

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 12th. 2010 at 6:30 PM at the South Mountain Community College, 7050 South 24th. Street, Student Union Hall.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, October 27th. 2010 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 5th. at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, October 13th. 2010 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.

Remember Folks; “Nobody cares if you can’t dance well. Just get up and dance.”

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What’s Happening April 09

Posted by South Mountain Villager on March 18, 2009

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by George A. Young

“Well Folks remember; If it is true that we don’t know what we have until we lose it, then perhaps it is also true that we don’t know what we have been missing until it arrives.”

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up. Well folks looks like we are getting a new Bank of America on 7th. Avenue and West Southern. My friends at the US Vets Phoenix are having a golf tournament fundraiser at the Bougainvillea Golf Club on April 17th. 2009. Please contact Mr. Brad Bridwell at 602-305-8585. My friend Tony, at Shakey Jakes BBQ is now selling his famous BBQ at Manzanita Speedway. For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact the City of Phoenix Planning Department. Our new planner is Josh Bednarek at (602-262-6823) e-mail joshua.bednarek@phoenix.gov. To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village’s please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162). Below is a message from my friends at Keep Phoenix Beautiful.

Earth Day Phoenix 2009 - Cesar Chavez Plaza – Wednesday, April 22, 2009 – 11:00 am to 1:30 pm

Keep Phoenix Beautiful is proud to produce Earth Day Phoenix 2009. This event will highlight recycling and “green” options for the business community of Phoenix. Booth space is available FREE of charge to any company, organization or government body involved in recycling or green initiatives on a first come, first serve basis until we are out of space. Earth Day Phoenix 2009 will promote recycling to the business community, and provide your organization the ability to highlight your green product or service and gain exposure to an interested audience. (Due to limitations of space and permits, there can be no selling at this event but you may provide samples and literature.)

Keep Phoenix Beautiful also has sponsorship opportunities available! This is our major fundraiser for the year, and we would be happy to discuss these opportunities with you. Please contact Tom Waldeck, Executive Director, at 602-534-5114, or tom@keepphxbeautiful.org for more information. For information on booth space, please contact Tina Keith, event coordinator at 480-707-3602 or tina@keepphxbeautiful.org. Reserve soon!

The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, April 14th. 2009 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, April 29th. 2009 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, April 7th. 2009 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, April 1st. 2009 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.

“Remember Folks; The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten past: after all, you can’t go on successfully in life until you let go of your past mistakes, failures and heartaches.”

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Dec 08′ What’s Happening?

Posted by South Mountain Villager on November 19, 2008

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By George Young

“Well Folks; Try to make at least three people smile each day.”

The South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful (SMVC&B) would like to hear from you if you would like to have us assist you in cleaning up your neighborhood or would like to join us in a clean up. Once again I ask you, “Have you picked yours today?” Trash that is? I do not like to keep repeating my self, but I had another phone call about Graffiti and how bad it is. In the past I have ran several stories about the City of Phoenix Graffiti Busters program. Please folks call in the Graffiti as soon as you see it. I know it is taking a little longer for the Graffiti Busters to clean it up, but with City Of Phoenix budget cuts and all we need to have a little patience. If it is in your neighborhood, maybe you could call and get the paint and paint it over yourself or with your Block Watch. The number is (602 495-0323). So far the South Mountain/Laveen Village’s Festival Committee has had a very successful year. Out Haunted Hayride, Parade, Fair, Faith Day and Story Telling Time were very successful. We would like to again thank Terri Minard and the Wal Mart Super Store at 35th Avenue and West Southern Avenue for their generous sponsorship of our events this year. We are looking for volunteers to help with our events in 2009 please contact me for details. Check out our Restaurant Review this month. “Maryln’s” has great food and prices. For information on the South Mountain Village Planning Committee agenda please contact our City of Phoenix Planner, Mrs. Chris Hood at 602-261-8727. To inquire about developments in the South Mountain/Laveen Village please e-mail or call George at (602-243-3162).

Now that the elections are over we would hope that the politicians and proposition folks will make sure they get the signs down. They have 10 days from the election and I am still seeing signs around town. Phoenix residents are reminded that posting signs on utility poles, sidewalk or anywhere else in the public right-of-way is not allowed by city ordinance. The right-of-way varies widely throughout the city but generally include streets, curbs, median traffic lights, utility poles and unimproved shoulders of streets up to private property and generally 2 feet beyond sidewalks. Illegal signs can be dangerous if they become loose and fall in the street or hit a pedestrian, or if they block the view of motorists or pedestrians. And those responsible could be fined. For more information about illegal signs or to report a violations call 602-534-7100 or send an e-mail to nsd@phoenix.gov.

· The South Mountain Village Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday, December 9th… 2008 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue. (NEW LOCATION)

· The Target Area B Citizens Action Committee will meet on Wednesday, December 3rd. 2008 at 6:30 PM at the Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

· The South Mountain Village Planning Committee Economic Sub-Committee will meet on Monday, January26th. 2009 at 6:30 PM at Travis L. Williams Family Services Center, 4732 South Central Avenue.

· The South Mountain/Laveen Village Festival Committee will meet on Tuesday, December 2nd… 2008 at 4 PM at 3540 E. Baseline Rd.

· South Mountain Village Clean & Beautiful Committee will meet on Wednesday, February 4th. 2009 at 4 PM at the Heritage Neighborhood Resource building on 2405 East Broadway Road.

“Remember Folks; Make peace with the past so it won’t spoil the present.”

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