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Some Price Corridor residents, hotel guests and business owners will hold their noses for at least another year as plans to sell Kuiper Dairy to a corporate office park developer have hit another snag.

Representatives from San Diego’s Douglas Allred Co. told residents at a recent community meeting they now need the commercial zoning restrictions changed from single business buildings to multi-business structures before they can complete the sale of one of Chandler’s last remaining dairies.

A series of four zoning hearings with the City of Chandler will extend through December. If all are approved, it will take another six months or more to complete the

BY LAURIE FAGENIn 17 days, voters will go to the polls to select

two Chandler City Council members and vote on propositions, Chandler School Override and for various state and federal elected positions. The general election is Tue., Nov. 6.

Resolution, propositionsChandler voters will be asked to decide whether to

amend the City Charter to change the mayor’s term of office from two years to four years, the same as city councilmembers, and be limited to two consecutive terms. Following recent approval by the Chandler City Council, if passed, Resolution No. 4621 would make Chandler’s mayoral term the same as most other large cities in the area including Tempe, Gilbert, Mesa and Scottsdale.

Council seats, override, more on Nov. 6 ballotIDs needed to vote on propositions, mayoral term limits

KRUSHIN’ GRAPES: Kids get in on the grape-stomping action during Kokopelli Winery & Bistro’s 11th Annual Kokopelli Krush in downtown Chandler Fri. through Sun., Oct. 19-21. Kids and adults can compete for “grapeful fame” and prizes. To read more, turn to Page 48 in the Neighbors section. Submitted photo

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COWS TO CUBICLES? A portrayal of life at the slated Allred Boardwalk that has some residents preferring the cows over an uptick in cars. Submitted photo

Kuiper Dairy sale hits zoning snag

BY CODY MATERAA 7-year-old Chandler chess genius, whose forks,

skewers and pins are so clever he brings some opponents to tears, has been invited to attend the World Youth Chess Championship (WYCC) in Maribor, Slovenia.

Kevin Chor, a big fan of “Friday the 13th” horror films, acknowledges that the kill-or-be-killed aspect of the tactical board game appeals to him.

“When my opponents make a mistake, some of them cry,” he explains.

Kevin, rated the number one chess player among second-graders in Arizona according to the United States Chess Federation, has quickly become a major contender in the sport, though he took the game up just 18 months ago.

“It sat on a shelf for a long time,” says mother Amy Ni of the set he was given for his fifth birthday. “One day Kevin said he was bored and wanted something to do. I opened

the chess set, read the instruction manual and taught Kevin the moves.”

To his parents’ surprise, Kevin fell in love with the game and attended an Arizona Chess Central camp a few months later. His aptitude caught the eye of coach Michael Reading, who encouraged Kevin to compete.

His first tournament in March 2011 ended in a 4-0 first place victory and qualified him for state, though he chose not to compete. In April 2011, Kevin qualified for the Arizona Governor’s Cup and went on to sweep the tournament 9-0 despite being just 6 years old.

Kevin’s talent continues to blossom as evidenced by the numerous trophies lining his bedroom. The Arizona State Grade Championship, Arizona Scholastic State Blitz K-3 section and the American Open in California are just a few of the tournaments he has won in his fledgling career.

PRODIGY: Seven-year-old chess prodigy Kevin Chor. Submitted photo

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It was a busy early Saturday evening in downtown Chandler with the TASTE culinary event in the park and Serrano’s Mexican Food restaurant “busy” at 5:45 p.m.

A man goes into the popular eatery with another patron, is seated and ready to eat dinner when he is contacted by another man, who engages in a conversation that leads to a confrontation, according to Chandler police. Surrounded by diners all around, the man, described as a Black male, pulls a weapon from his waistband and fires multiple rounds, hitting the patron. The suspect flees on foot, and police say he may have gotten into a gold-colored vehicle. He is still at large at press time.

Ric Serrano, a member of the family-owned chain with seven locations, says it had nothing to do with Serrano’s, and the victim and suspect were not regular patrons.

“I believe they ducked into our place to avoid somebody,” Serrano explains. “It appeared they (the victim and his brother) were trying to get away from someone who followed them in the restaurant and confronted them, so it was not as the news first reported. They did have a scuffle inside the restaurant, then the person who followed them in pulled a gun and shot him.”

Serrano, who was in another room at the restaurant at the time of the

shooting, says shots were “ricocheting” off floors, through a chair and a table and says it was a “miracle” that nobody was seriously injured.

“By the hand of God, nobody else was hurt. It appeared that there were three shots fired. Two of them went in and out of the victim and he was later released from the hospital that same night.”

Serrano says the victim was attended to by a staff member “who rushed to the scene” with another patron and the brother of the victim.

Confrontation lasts only ‘seconds’

Chandler Detective Seth Tyler says video surveillance from the restaurant is “very grainy,” and did not show much, except to determine how fast the incident took place.

“It happened very quickly – it took less than half a minute,” he says.

Even with so many people in the restaurant, Tyler says the timeline is why it’s been difficult getting eyewitness accounts.

“Imagine yourself as a patron at a restaurant,” Tyler says. “You’re not looking for any suspicious activity; you’re just looking to enjoy yourself. But it happened so fast, the vast majority probably wouldn’t be able to provide details.”

Serrano corroborated the “very, very fast” time element, saying the

gunman shot in quick succession, and within “probably three or four seconds” ran out of the restaurant and across Arizona Avenue.

“It was so fast and so unexpected,” Serrano adds. “Everyone tried to get to a safe place as fast as they could. Of course, everyone was calling 911.”

With the Chandler Police Department only a few shorts blocks to the east of the restaurant, Serrano says officers were onsite “within a few minutes.”

Serrano says staff is handling the incident “as best they can,” saying some were affected more than others by where they were when the event took place. Serrano’s provided counselors that night, and on an as-needed basis since.

While staff at the family of restaurants has had to deal with an occasional intoxicated customer or a fight, they’ve never seen anything “even remotely

close to a shooting.” Serrano says they are “extremely blessed and thankful” that no one else was wounded.

However, Tyler considers all those in the restaurant as “multiple victims” in this case – while no one else was injured, the other diners are considered “victims of endangerment” because of their close proximity to the shooting incident.

Serrano’s was closed for the rest of that evening, but has since reopened for business. Serrano says “it’s amazing” the gunman acted in broad daylight with so many in the restaurant and downtown – and got away. Serrano’s has a “no weapons allowed” notice posted, but adds, “I don’t think the people who would do such a deed would follow a sign on the door.”

Chandler Police continue their investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call Chandler Police at 480-782-4130.

Serrano’s site of ‘random’ shooting ‘Miracle’ only one was injured in restaurant

OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Serrano’s Mexican Food restaurant is back open following a shooting that left one person injured. STSN photo

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The willingness to embrace business incubation and the entrepreneurial spirit lands the City of Chandler fourth on a list of the nation’s top 10 ranked U.S. cities by technology startups per capita as compiled by SizeUp, a San Francisco-based provider of free business intelligence for small and mid-sized businesses.

Chandler’s Innovations Technology Incubator, which gives entrepreneurs access to legal, accounting, marketing and fundraising help, as well as sub-market rent, is home to 20 early-stage companies in biotech, software, hardware, sustainability, mobile devices and other fields.

“Startups are a critical piece of the city’s economic development strategy, as we recognize that many of our largest employers, including Intel, Microchip and eBay, began as small startups and grew to be the important economic drivers we know them as today,” says Jane Poston, Chandler’s public information officer.

Top-ranked Fremont, CA, has more than 21.5 startups for every 100,000 residents; Chandler has 5.1 startups per 100,000 residents, while Mesa, the only other Arizona city to make the list, ranks eighth with 3.7 startups.

Chandler ranks 4th in technology

TOP TECH: Chandler’s Innovations Technology Incubator helped the city rank fourth on a national list of U.S. cities by technology startups. Submitted photo

Underage substance use continues to be a community issue in Chandler, according to ICAN Executive Director Becky Jackson. She says, according to statistics from the Chandler Coalition on Youth Substance Abuse (CCYSA), the top three substances being used by youth in Chandler are alcohol, marijuana and prescription drugs.

“The average age for youth to first use alcohol is 13 years old, and 81% of Chandler high school seniors report having used alcohol in their lifetime as compared to 74% of Maricopa County high school seniors,” she says.

“Energetic” community members are sought by CCYSA to “help spread the word about the dangers of youth substance abuse in the Chandler area.”

Areas in which to get involved include marketing and public information projects, community advocacy and volunteering on the Coalition to help with the strategic planning process and prevention activities. The CCYSA holds monthly meetings to discuss current issues and action plans to address them in the community at 5 p.m. on the third Tuesday at ICAN, 650 E. Morelos St., Chandler.

Jackson reports the CCYSA has made “significant strides” in changing favorable community perceptions towards substance abuse through education on related laws and norms. Since its establishment in 2006, she says the Coalition was able to make the following community impact:• 35.2% decrease in alcohol signage in the Chandler area• 20% decrease in the number of merchants willing to sell alcohol to minors• 44.4% decrease in the number of adults willing to buy alcohol for minor

For more information or to join the group, contact Jackson at becky@icanaz.org or visit ccysachandler.org or icanaz.org.

After a spouse or partner dies, many widowed individuals are overwhelmed, confused and potentially exposed to various forms of exploitation, according to Sun Groves resident Jim Schwartz, founder and president of Chandler-based nonprofit Widowed Community Education & Support Services, Inc. (WCESS). Widows are invited to share their stories and find helpful resources at a special three-day conference Oct. 26 through 28 at Arizona State University’s Memorial Union Building in Tempe, organized by WCESS.

It’s called “Tools for the ‘New Normal’ Journey” and brings together more than 20 speakers covering topics such as grief coping strategies, dating and new relationships, financial security, car care, self-care, men’s grief issues and many other back-to-basics topics.

“Dealing with the holidays, maintaining the house, parenting a grieving child, legal and tax issues and the benefits of journaling are also covered in this conference,” adds Schwartz.

Conference registration is for either two or all three days with lunch included.

Registration information is available at WidowedCommunity.org. For more details, contact Schwartz atInfo@WidowedCommunity.org or 480-209-0564.

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Proposition 204 would renew and make permanent a 2010 voter-approved, one-cent sales tax to provide $1 billion in funding for education, public transportation infrastructure projects, a children’s health insurance program fund and other human services programs. The one-cent tax, scheduled to expire in 2013, was to “stave off drastic cuts to education” during the recent recession, according to Gov. Jan Brewer.

Proposition 121, also known as the Open Elections / Open Government Act, is a ballot initiative to amend Arizona’s Constitution to create an open primary election in which all candidates would appear together on the same ballot, and voters could vote for either candidate, regardless of party affiliation. The two candidates receiving the highest vote totals for each office would then go on to face each other in the general election.

School override

Chandler voters will also decide the financial future of the Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) as they determine a $28 million budget

override over seven years. CUSD spokesman Terry Locke says the Legislature made the override an option for school districts during the recession cuts, and a Citizens Budget Committee, a wide cross-section of representation from businesses, retirees, parents and community members, voted unanimously to recommend the 15% approval to help the district recoup some of the $36 million in cuts experienced over the last four years.

“This override is essential to help CUSD maintain its strong schools, keep the teacher-to-student ratio constant and recruit and retain talented teachers,” says Jim Bishop, chairman of Chandler School Override Yes Committee.

2 Chandler Council seats openLocal voters will select two out of four

candidates running for Chandler City Council. Facing off Nov. 6 are incumbents Rick Heumann and Jack Sellers with Terry Roe and Scott Taylor. Nora Ellen won the third available Council seat during the primary election. See the sidebar for details about the Council candidates.

Bring ID to voteIdentification at the polls is required for all

Arizona elections, according to the Arizvona Secretary of State’s office, and can be in various forms. One must include the name, address and photograph of the voter; or if a photo is not available, two forms of ID including utility bill, bank statement or others are needed. For a list of possible IDs, visit azsos.gov/election/Prop_200/poll_identification.htm. For more information, go to azsos.gov/election.

Laurie Fagen is publisher of the SanTan Sun News, and lives in Fox Crossing with husband Geoff Hancock and two rescue kitties, Jazz and Phantom. Contact her at Laurie@SanTanSun.com.

Council hopefuls provide insightThree of the four council candidates provide more information

on why they are seeking the office and votes at the polls.The questions asked include professional and personal

candidate backgrounds, and why they are running.

Rick Heumann I came to Arizona in 1972 and attended

and graduated from ASU. I moved to Chandler in 1982 with my wife Julie and raised our daughter Kristin here. I served on the City Council since 2009, worked on the city planning commission and parks board and co-chaired the 2007 bond election. My work ethic, honesty and experience on Council and boards have provided me with the tools to continue to represent you in an exemplary manner.

Four years ago I ran on a platform of bringing quality jobs and quality neighborhoods to Chandler. In spite of the recession, we have done an excellent job accomplishing this goal. The expansion of Intel, Orbital, Infusion Software and PayPal illustrates our progress. We continue to eliminate blighted properties and provide helpful information for our neighborhoods. Additionally, I am fiscally conservative with your tax dollars.

My wife, Julie, and I have been married 29 years and have a daughter, Kristin.

Info: 480-961-5455, Rick4Chandlercouncil.com.

Terry RoeBeginning in 1987, I spent 20 years in law

enforcement where I worked on complex investigations involving fraud, auto theft, robbery, homicide and crimes against women and children.

I am the president of the Chandler Kiwanis Club, a board member on my

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purchase of the dairy, relocate the cows and then spend $2.5 million to clean up the 63-acre site at Price and Willis roads.

Construction of the first of six, two-story office buildings, some as large as 180,000 square feet, would then break ground by early summer 2013.

Allred representative Michael J. Curley, a Phoenix attorney, says if the zoning change isn’t approved, Allred will most likely walk away.

“The business climate has changed and Allred needs to be able to lease to more than one business per building to make the project viable,” Curley says.

Kevin Mayo, Chandler’s planning manager, says if the rezoning fails, Kuiper Dairy would remain “indefinitely.”

While a few residents have complained about flies and

the smell, many at the meeting expressed a preference for the dairy over increased traffic and child safety issues, as well as the noise and light pollution expected from a looming corporate park.

Cody Matera of Pecos Ranch is an intern with the SanTan Sun News and student at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

homeowner’s association and a member of the Chandler’s Police Complaints and Use of Force Citizen’s Review Panel. Some of my endorsements include Former Chandler Mayor Jerry Brooks and Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery.

My priorities include job creation, quality public safety and safe and clean neighborhoods. If elected, I will not accept a politician’s pension, and I will work with the council and my constituents to make informed decisions. While in office, I will pay back all of my campaign contributors and donate $20,000 to charities that help make a difference in our community.

Cheryl and I have lived in Chandler for more than 24 years. We have two children, Paul and Katie.

Info: roe4chandler.com.

Jack SellersSince my election to Chandler City

Council in 2008, many great things have happened. In 2010, Chandler was named An All America City and in 2012 was named the ninth best run city in the US. We have the lowest sales tax rate in the Valley and have created over 9,500 jobs in the last 30 months. I’m proud to represent our city on the Maricopa Association of Governments Economic Development and Transportation Policy Committees and the GPEC International Leadership Council.

Chandler has flourished despite a very difficult economy. My focus going forward is to use my business expertise, education partnerships and regional contacts to continue to bring exciting new jobs to our city and improve our transportation systems.

My wife, Marie, and I have enjoyed living in Chandler for 18 years. Your vote will help me ensure that Chandler remains an affordable city with a high standard of living.

Info: Jack@electjacksellers.com, 602-228-9674.

Scott TaylorScott Taylor did not participate

in this story.

FROM THE AIR: A glimpse of how the proposed Allred Boardwalk would blend with the surrounding community. Submitted photo

ON THE BOARDWALK: A conceptual site plan reveals the dimensions of the 63-acre business complex along the Price Corridor. Submitted photo

BOARDWALK: An artist’s rendering of the pending Allred Boardwalk project that would replace the Kuiper Dairy on Price Road. Submitted photo

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Each year more than 3,500 Americans die in fires and approximately 18,300 are injured, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Many of these fires occurred in homes and could have been prevented with a little planning, good habits and situational awareness.

In the coming weeks and months, residents will celebrate several holidays, festive events that can present additional risks to children and families. SanTan Sun area residents can keep them joyful occasions by protecting loved ones and property.

HalloweenThe traditional costumes and jack-o’-

lanterns remain, and there has been a big increase in the use of electrical lights and decorations for Halloween. Most parents know the importance of purchasing flame resistant costumes for their children, and as a bonus safety feature, many of these include reflective materials to help with nighttime visibility.

These same precautions should be considered when making a costume for a child or yourself. Choose the materials carefully. Avoid dangers presented by open flames in decorations, such as jack-o’-lanterns. If using decorative lights, make sure they have been tested for safety by a recognized testing laboratory, check them for frayed wires, and don’t overload extension cords.

ThanksgivingThe risk of cooking fires increases

on Thanksgiving. With more food preparation and more people in the kitchen comes more potential chaos, and even the best cook can become overwhelmed and skimp on safety.

The increase in the use of turkey deep fryers that use a substantial amount of cooking oil at high temperatures is also a concern to firefighting professionals. There are many things that can go wrong when using these turkey fryers and consumers should thoroughly educate themselves about the dangers before using them.

The risk of fire or burns from cooking and holiday candles reinforces the importance of having properly maintained fire extinguishers in the home. Consider switching to safer, battery-operated flameless candles.

ChristmasAll of the cooking and candle risks

mentioned above also pertain to Christmas and Hanukah, as do the electrical wiring concerns related to indoor and outdoor lights and decorations.

But the greatest danger may be from the beautiful Christmas tree that brings so much joy when it’s new, but a big fire risk when it’s allowed to dry out.

An analysis by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) shows the number of Christmas tree fires is fairly low, with an average of 210 in the United States each year.

However, because of the nature of these fires, the risk to people is

Keep safety in mind for happy holidays

TURKEY TALK: The Chandler Fire Department joined with other Valley fire departments to conduct a demonstration of the dangers of turkey fryers, which are used more during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. The hot oil, open flame and potential instability of the fryer base can make for a dangerous combination and increased risk of fire. Submitted photos

much higher. The key to preventing these fires is maintaining the moisture content of the tree. Then, once the holiday is over, remove the tree from the home before it gets too dry. The City of Chandler will pick up and recycle holiday trees for free, or residents can drop them off at one of several park sites around town. Visit chandleraz.gov/recycle for details.

Seasonal risksFinally, as cooler temperatures arrive, remember

some of the other seasonal items that pose a fire risk, such as the use of space heaters, fireplaces, outdoor fire pits and chimineas.

Most heating-related fires can be prevented with some simple steps. Remember to keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away from furnaces, wood stoves, fireplaces and portable space heaters.

Have heating equipment and fireplace chimneys cleaned and inspected every year by a qualified professional. Always use a fireplace screen to keep sparks from flying into the room, and do not burn paper in a fireplace or chiminea, which can lead to burning embers leaving the containment area. Make sure to turn off portable heaters and to completely douse the flames and embers in fire pits, chimineas and fireplaces when you leave the area or go to bed. Keep a fire extinguisher handy.

Finally, educate children about these and other fire dangers and the many precautions they can take to be safe including a home escape plan and how to call 911.

For more fire safety tips, visit the Chandler Fire Department home page at chandleraz.gov/fire. Other helpful websites include the U.S. Fire Administration at usfa.fema.gov and the National Fire Protection Association at nfpa.org.

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It’s time to change smoke alarm batteries, says Chandler Fire Department, even if it’s not time to change the clock.

At 2 a.m. Sun., Nov. 4, Americans across the country will turn their clocks back as daylight saving time ends. Over the years, the first Sunday in November has become an easy-to-remember day for people to adopt a new habit: changing the batteries in their home smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Because Arizonans don’t change their clocks, they often forget to change their smoke alarm batteries. The Chandler Fire Department is figuratively sounding the alarm.

“A properly installed and maintained smoke alarm is a family’s best friend, because it’s always on duty, day and night,” says Chandler Fire Battalion Chief Tom Dwiggins. “Your chances of survival in a house fire increase significantly if you are given a timely warning from a smoke alarm.”

There are several types of smoke alarms, and the key to their effectiveness is proper installation and maintenance. Most smoke alarms include a 9-volt battery for regular or backup power. Having a smoke alarm with a dead or missing battery is the same as having no smoke alarm at all.

“Replacing these batteries annually – no matter what – is a simple and effective way to protect yourself and your family from a devastating home fire,” Dwiggins says. “A new pack of 9-volt batteries only costs a few dollars, but they could be the investment of a lifetime.”

Test alarms monthly, and replace them every eight to 10 years, according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Sharing fire prevention tips and information with the public is part of the job of being a firefighter. Dwiggins was recently assigned to the Prevention and Preparedness division of the department, where he will oversee a variety of public education programs and work with local media to promote fire safety.

A member of Chandler Fire since 1998, Dwiggins is looking forward to his new role as the department’s primary community educator.

“We have a lot of programs designed to better protect our residents, and my job is to help spread the word, so we can have a safer community for everyone.”

Information provided by the City of Chandler Communications and Public Affairs Department.

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What’s next?Kevin is now the youngest player

in the state to reach a rating of 1,700 and win an invitation to compete in the WYCC. The family often travels to California to play since there is a shortage of players at his level in Arizona’s Scholastic championships.

Unfortunately, due to a month delay in receiving the WYCC invitation, the champion may miss his opportunity to compete overseas. On short notice and without a chance to budget for the trip,

Kevin may be forced to sit out the 2012 tournament and wait for the 2013 WYCC in Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates.

However, Kevin has plenty to occupy him until his next WYCC opportunity. When not honing his chess moves, he enjoys studying the fighting skills of Mewtwo and the 600-plus Pokémon creatures as well as perfecting his hoop shots. Kevin’s aptitude for basketball emerged unexpectedly when he defeated everyone in his one-on-one matches at a Chandler Christian Church

camp followed by one of Rodger Ferrington’s Reach Basketball sessions.

Kevin has also shown an interest in medicine and physiology, collecting and examining scorpions and insects. The prodigy plays golf in an enrichment program at Knox Elementary, where he attends the Knox Gifted Academy.

“He wants to be a Grandmaster,” says Michael Chor, Kevin’s father. “He wants to be an NBA player, he wants to be a doctor and he wants to be a math wizard.”

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parents will be proud. “I just know that I’d like him to find

something he’s passionate about,” says Ni. “As long as there’s passion in what anybody does, it brews success.”

For now, Kevin’s passion is to become the chess world’s youngest Grandmaster.

Cody Matera of Pecos Ranch is an intern with the SanTan Sun News and student at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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MATCH PLAY: Kevin Chor sports the king’s crown on his face in a meet geared for young players. Submitted photo

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Cooks are circling their wagons – chuck wagons, that is – in preparation for the third annual Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-off on Fri. and Sat., Nov. 9 and 10 at Tumbleweed Ranch at Tumbleweed Park on the southwest corner of McQueen and Germann roads.

The popular culinary competition is a slice of the Old West lifestyle in which teams prepare meals in their authentic chuck wagons recreating grub from an 1880s cattle drive. The Saturday event includes music, vendors, historic displays and activities for children.

Here is a tentative schedule of events for Nov. 9:• 10 a.m., Gates open to the public; interact with the cooking teams• 10 a.m., Wagon judging• 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wagon shuttle to Arizona Railway Museum• 4 p.m., Youth Pizza Cook-off begins• 5:30 p.m., judging for Youth Pizza Cook-off

• 6 p.m., Campfire glow, s’mores and cowboy singer• 8 p.m., Event closes for the nightPlans for November 10 include:• 9 a.m., Gates open to the public; check out the wagon menus and decide which meal to try• 10 a.m., Meal

tickets go on sale; get there early as tickets go quickly• Noon, Chuck wagon meals served and judged• 2:30 p.m., Awards• 5 p.m., Event ends

To participate in the cook-off or as a vendor at the event, download a form at chandleraz.gov/content/wagon_flyer_2012.pdf. First through third place awards are given in meat, beans, bread, potatoes and dessert categories, as well as for best overall meal and most authentic wagon and camp.

The 2012 Cook-off is an official Chandler Centennial event presented by the Chandler Museum in association with Biscuitflat Chuck Wagon and other sponsors. For information or sponsorship, contact Chandler Museum Administrator Jody Crago at 480-782-2873 or jody.cragoa@chandleraz.gov.

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WESTERN CHOW: Eat Old West food, hear cowboy and other music, and more at the Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-off. Submitted photo

Helping to raise money and support for people with disabilities, the mayor’s committee will host its 16th annual Chandler Golf Challenge, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fri., Nov. 9 at Bear Creek Golf Course, 500 E. Riggs Rd.

In the past, proceeds from the event have provided scholarships to the disabled to Therapeutic Recreation Program in Chandler and to Arizona State University.

The cost to enter the tournament is $65 per individual or $250 for a

foursome, and lunch is a nominal fee. There will also be a raffle on baskets from local businesses, such as BLD, Floridino’s, Verde Salon, Starbucks, Uncle Bear’s Grill & Bar and My Favorite Thingz.

The Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities is a nine-member panel appointed by Chandler’s city council.

Businesses interested in donating to the raffle can still do so and can contact Collette Prather at 480-782-2709 or at collette.prather@chandleraz.gov for more information.

Rediscover businesses along a prime Chandler intersection while listening to live music by the Chubby Dog Band and enjoying family-friend activities during a construction completion celebration from noon to 4 p.m. Sun., Nov. 4 in the parking lot on the southwest corner of Alma School and Ray roads.

Kids of all ages can get a close-up look at emergency vehicles and equipment courtesy of the Chandler fire and police departments, and enjoy demonstrations by the Environmental Education Center. There will also be face painting, pony rides and giveaways.

The Chandler Chamber of Commerce sponsors the free event to encourage residents to visit the local businesses that may have been difficult to access during construction. Shoppers can turn in their receipts for purchases made Oct.

29 through Nov. 4 and be entered in a drawing for roundtrip airfare for two to anywhere in the continental United States provided by Southwest Airlines and other prizes.

The city expects the intersection improvement project to be completed by Thanksgiving. The contractor, Standard Construction Company, began working in early March. The construction included the building of dual left-turn lanes, a third auxiliary through lane, right-turn lanes, bike lanes, a storm drain, water line, new traffic signals, medians, street lights and landscaping. The $7 million project was partially funded by a $4.95 million federal Highway Safety Improvement Program grant.

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Make a difference in the lives of needy kids overseas by maximizing on back-to-school clearance sales and donating those items for Operation Christmas Child, a year-round project by Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization. The initiative is held in anticipation of National Collection Week, Nov. 12 through 19.

Local drop-off locations can be found by visiting samaritanspurse.org/OCC.

Participants fill shoeboxes with school materials, toys, hygiene items and letters of encouragement for children in poverty around the world. This shoebox packing effort, requiring months of organization and preparation, is expected to serve more than 9 million children this year suffering the effects of natural disaster, disease, war, terrorism, famine and poverty. For many, the shoebox will be the first gift they have ever received.

For information, contact Chandler Program Coordinator Robin Earle at 480-213-3190 or dottsearle@gmail.com.

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Enjoy music performed by a local band, children’s games, a raffle, auction and more while helping support our armed forces during the Veterans Day Weekend Concert in the Park from 3 to 9 p.m., Sat., Nov. 10 at Brittany Heights Community Park on the northeast corner of Germann and Ellis roads in Chandler.

Chandler’s own GTR Rockband

performs from 6 to 8:30 p.m. A Different Breed opens the live entertainment from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Gregg Paul from KFYI radio is the emcee.

Donations of $5 per person or $20 per family are requested. All proceeds will be donated to the Arizona Military Assistance Mission and the Horse Rhythm Foundation. For details, call 480-748-6233.

Entertainment, kid’s activities and food booths will highlight Mark-Taylor’s third annual Achen-Gardner Construction “Rock the Block!” party noon to 8 p.m. Sat., Nov. 10 on Arizona Avenue between Chandler Boulevard and Frye Road in downtown Chandler.

Rock the Block! celebrates the “fun, dynamic lifestyle” that Chandler offers, while also promoting local businesses. Last year’s party attracted more than 12,000 guests.

The event will feature live entertainment on three stages; a 12,000 sq. foot-Kids Zone that includes interactive games, face painting, giant inflatables and a zipline hosted by Arizona Bounce Around; and more than 100 retail, arts, crafts, food and beverage vendors, including two beer gardens and a VIP area.

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Tickets are still available and auction items accepted for the 35th annual “Bids for Kids” auction and dinner for the East Valley’s Boys & Girls Clubs, held from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sat., Nov. 3 at Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa, 5594 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler.

The event kicks off with a silent auction expected to include more than 300 items from family outings and sports tickets to electronics and restaurant gift cards.

The silent auction is followed by dinner and entertainment provided by the Mesa Arts Academy Performing Arts Club kids dance group. A live auction of about 25 items ranging from jewelry to international travel packages follows.

Silent auction items must have a minimum value of $50, and those for the live auction must be at least $1,500. To donate, contact Kristen Burnside at Kristenb@clubzona.org.

“Bids for Kids” raises money to support the 11 East Valley Boys & Girls Clubs that last year served more than 40,000 local youth.

To reserve a table or purchase tickets, contact John Davis at Johnd@clubzona.org. For information, visit clubzona.org/bfk.

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The deadline for news and advertising is noon, Wed., Oct. 24 for the Nov. 3, 2012 issue of the SanTan Sun News.

All news must be submitted to News@SanTanSun.com by that day to be considered for the next issue or by filling in the “submit a news release” form on the newspaper’s website at SanTanSun.com. To send an item for consideration in the SanTan Family Fun, email it directly to STFF@SanTanSun.com.

Send advertising files and information to account reps or contact Ads@SanTanSun.com. For full rate and deadline information, visit SanTanSun.com and click on “About us,” or scroll to the bottom to the bottom of the home page to download the advertising packet at “Advertise with us.”

For his years of leadership in the East Valley during the 2012 Cox Communications / East Valley Economic Forum presented by the East Valley Partnership (EVP), Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny receives the Dwight Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award, one of two 2012 Excel Awards, on Wed., Nov. 5.

The award is given to an individual who lives or works in the East Valley, is well respected, has made significant lifelong contributions to their community and exhibits the characteristics of a true leader, according to the EVP.

A life-long East Valley resident, Tibshraeny began his service to the community in 1980 as a member of the City of Chandler’s Planning and Zoning Commission. Six years later he was elected to the City Council, where he served until he was elected mayor in 1994 for four consecutive terms through 2002. Tibshraeny was then elected to the Arizona State Senate, where he served from 2003 to 2011. He returned as mayor in 2011 to serve a fifth term and was recently reelected.

In addition to his most recent appointments, Tibshraeny serves on the Chandler / Gilbert Association for Retarded Citizens Advisory Board, Child Crisis Center Advisory Board and ICAN Site Advisory Committee.

The East Valley Partnership is a regional coalition of community, business, educational, and government leaders whose goals are to provide leadership and support in specific areas of focus and to improve the community’s quality of life. For more information, visit evp-az.org.

IAB 30 BBQ, a professional barbecue team from Chandler, competes against an international roster of slow-cooking experts for the grand champion title and a share of $30,000 in cash at the 24th Annual Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue Sat., Oct. 27 in Lynchburg, TN. To be invited, domestic teams must have won an automatic event, such as the American Royal; a state championship with 25 teams; a competition with more than 50 teams; or seven contests in the past barbecue season. Info: jackdanielsbarbecue.com.

Lynda Exley, SanTan Sun News editor, and her co-author, Conrad J. Storad, receive the Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards’ silver medal in the “Activity Book - Educational, Science, History” category for their humorous, nonfiction history book, “Arizona Way Out West & Wacky.” An official Arizona Centennial Project, “Arizona Way Out West & Wacky” was also a finalist in the Benjamin Franklin Awards, and the book’s library edition, “Arizona Way Out West & Witty,” is this year’s ONEBOOKAZ for Kids. Info: 480-940-8182, AZWOWW.com.

Gilbert Public Schools’ VIK Club is one of nine afterschool programs statewide to receive a $1,500 STEM grant from the Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence and Cox Communications to support creative efforts to incorporate science, technology, engineering and math into today’s curriculum. The VIK Club was recognized for integrating digital photography into six club sites. Winners were selected based on their innovative use of science and technology in an informal learning setting, the involvement of students in designing many of the projects and the maximum utilization of the limited dollars available. Info: azafterschool.org.

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