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Draft North-South Corridor Environ-mental Impact Statement Available The Draft Tier 1 Envi-ronmental Impact State-ment for the 55-mile North-South Corridor,

stretching from US 60 in Apache Junction to Interstate 10 in Eloy in Pinal County, is now

available for review and comment.

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Toxicology Experts Warn Against VapingAs the national num-ber of vaping-related respiratory illness cases increase, Banner Health toxicology experts rec-ommend not using va-ping devices, or at least minimizing their use. Continued on page 6

Queen CreekRoad Work & Travel AdvisoryA midweek update from the town of queen creek offers several new road work project with some set to begin this weekend and next week.Continued on page 16

Input Sought From Elk HuntersThe AZGFD is asking all elk hunters to submit data from their upcoming hunts to assist the depart-ment in managing the state’s herds.

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Reminder: CAC Job Expo Is TodayThe 11th Annual Cen-tral Arizona College Job Expo will take place today, September 11 at 10:00 AM and run through 1:00 PM

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Input Sought From Elk Hunt-ers To Help Guide Management Of State’s Herds Harvest A Bull In Game Management Units 1, 9, 10 or 23? Send A ToothBy Arizona Game and Fish DepartmentContinued from page 1

The Arizona Game and Fish Depart-ment (AZGFD) is asking all elk hunt-ers to submit data from their upcoming hunts to assist the department in man-aging the state’s herds.

AZGFD’s goal is to receive a complet-ed questionnaire from each hunter who was issued a hunt permit-tag, whether or not that hunter harvested an elk or

participated in a hunt. AZGFD will use that data to estimate harvest and hunt-er participation, along with population surveys, to set hunt permit-tag numbers.

A questionnaire will be mailed (or emailed) to each elk hunter, to be com-pleted and returned to the department af-ter the hunt.Other options include using a link or scanning a QR code, which are lo-cated on the back of the questionnaire. A questionnaire and link also can be found on the reverse side of the hunt permit-tag.

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Banner Health Toxicology Ex-perts Warn Against VapingArizona Poison Center Cau-tions E-Cigarette Use Could Lead To Severe Lung DiseaseBy Banner HealthContinued from page 1

As the national number of vaping-re-lated respiratory illness cases increase, Banner Health toxicology experts rec-ommend not using vaping devices, or at least minimizing their use. Although dis-creet and odorless, health experts have been closely monitoring how the use of electronic cigarettes could be linked with severe health concerns, specifically se-vere acute pulmonary disease.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Food and Drug Ad-ministration, state and local health de-partments, and other clinical and public health partners are investigating a multi-state outbreak of severe pulmonary dis-ease associated with e-cigarette product use. The CDC reports the investigation is ongoing and has not identified a cause, but all reported cases have a history of using e-cigarette products.

As of Sept. 6, more than 450 possible cases of lung illness associated with the use of e-cigarette products have been reported to the CDC from 33 states and one U.S. territory. Five deaths have been confirmed.

“The CDC would like health care provid-ers to ask patients about any e-cigarette products, including devices and liquids, to aid in the investigation of vaping ef-fects,” said Maureen Roland, RN, man-aging director of the Banner Poison and Drug Information Center.

Arizona’s two poison centers are strong-ly encouraging the public to report cases of vaping-related lung injury by call-ing 1-800-222-1222. The poison centers can provide patient care assistance and will report suspected cases to state and national public health officials, further strengthening the public health response. Reported signs and symptoms of sus-pected vaping associated lung injury in-clude:• Fever, nausea and vomiting• Shortness of breath, coughing and

chest pain• Progression of symptoms over sev-

eral days with similarities to a viral illness

• Vaping, often with THC products, in the days to weeks before symptoms appear

The Banner Poison and Drug Informa-tion Center is a phone call away, and can be reached at 1-800-222-1222. The cen-ter provides a free, 24-hour emergency telephone service for both residents and medical professionals of Maricopa Coun-ty. For more information, visit:www.BannerHealth.com/poisoncenter.STT


FUSD Goodwill Donation DriveHelp FUSD Raise Money By San Tan Times StaffContinued from page 1

Donate your no longer needed, gently used, items and help FUSD Community Education raise money.

Dropoff location:29895 N Desert Willow Blvd.San Tan Valley AZ 85143

When:Saturday October 19th1 PM - 3 PM

FUSD Community Education earns money for every pound of donated items.

What is accepted:Dishes, pictures, frames, plates, pots, pans, bakeware, stuffed animals, figu-rines, mugs, glasses, home devor, lamps, DVDs, books, VHS, video games, alarm clocks, speakers, small kitchen appli-ances, rugs, purses, wallets, backpacks, ties, scarves, belts, hats, blankets, sheets, computers, tools, toys, clothing, shoes, furniture, electronics, sporting goods, large appliances.

Examples of what isn’t accepted:Auto parts, building materials, tires, cleaning products, flammable products, pesticides/lawn garden products, paint and paint supplies, televisions, mattress-es, sofa beds, pool tables..STT

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Reminder: Job Expo Presented by CAC & Apache Junction Chamber of CommerceBy Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing Central Arizona College

The 11th Annual Central Arizona College Job Expo will take place on Wednesday, September 11, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Superstition Mountain Campus (805 S. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction, AZ).

Members from the community are en-couraged to attend this event as well as alumni, current college students and high school seniors.

The list of participants includes, but is not limited to, the following organiza-tions:

• Aerotek Staffing• AmericoCorps Program (Az. Su-

preme Ct.)• Cactus Asphalt• Gold Canyon Golf Resort• H & R Block• Hand & Stone Massage• Handlebar Pub & Grill• J.O. Combs Unified School District

#44• Mountain View Funeral Home• Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport

Authority• Pinal County Sheriff ’s Office• Tri-City Cardiology• Tucson Police Department• Visiting Angels

There is still time for exhibitors to regis-ter for the expo. The general exhibitor fee is $30, while the fee for government and nonprofit organizations providing 501 3(c) proof is $20. Members of the Apache Junction Chamber can save an additional $5. Space is limited for this event and will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve ba-sis. The last day to register for the Expo is September 4, 2019.

For more information on how to register for the 11th Annual Job Expo, or to ob-tain a registration form, please contact Ann Mitchell, Coordinator of Student Employment by phone at 520-494-5428, or by e-mail at:[email protected]

When:September 1110 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Location:Superstition Mountain Campus 805 S. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction, AZ.STT


Draft North-South Corridor Environ-mental Impact Statement Available For ReviewFormal Comment Period Begins; Three Public Hearings Set For OctoberBy Arizona Department of Transportation

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The Draft Tier 1 Environmental Im-pact Statement for the 55-mile North-South Corridor, stretching from US 60 in Apache Junction to Interstate 10 in Eloy in Pinal County, is now available for review and comment.

Following several years of study, tech-nical analysis and input from commu-nities and stakeholders, moving to this phase is a milestone for the proposed corridor.

The purpose of the North-South free-way is enhancing the area’s transpor-tation network to accommodate the current and future population, im-proving access to businesses and other centers of activity, improving regional mobility, providing an alternative to and reducing congestion on Interstate 10, improving north-to-south con-nectivity, and integrating the region’s transportation network.

Members of the public are encouraged to review the draft environmental doc-ument and provide input through Oct.

29, 2019. The Draft Tier 1 Environ-mental Impact Statement is available at azdot.gov/northsouthstudy, and the website lists locations throughout the study area where copies of the Draft Tier 1 Environmental Impact State-ment are available for review.

Prepared by the Arizona Department of Transportation, the Draft Tier 1 Environmental Impact Statement de-scribes the study process, completed in compliance with the National Environ-mental Policy Act. It proposes a Pre-ferred Corridor Alternative, including a parallel analysis of a No-Build Alterna-tive. If constructed, the freeway would connect with State Route 24 in Queen Creek.

The Preferred Corridor Alternative is 1,500 feet wide and includes an area where construction of a North-South freeway could be further analyzed. If a corridor is selected at the end of the Tier 1 study, further Tier 2 studies and evaluations must take place before con-struction could be considered. The cor-ridor would be narrowed to a highway alignment, which is about 400 feet wide.Continued on page 12


Local Job Finder Find Work, LocallyBy San Tan Times StaffContinued from page 1

PHARMACY TECHNICIANJob Order Number: JC71933937Company Name: CVS HealthJob Site Location:QUEEN CREEK, AZ 85142

As a new Pharmacy Technician, you are required to complete an extensive CVS Pharmacy Technician Training Program as well as satisfy all registration, licensing and certification requirements according to your State’s Board of Pharmacy guide-lines. Your Pharmacy Technician duties will be restricted by your manager at first until you complete all necessary require-ments. Once you satisfy all requirements and expand your Pharmacy Technician duties, you have the opportunity to con-tinue to build your clinical, technical and insurance knowledge and expertise by leveraging available tools and training to build your pharmacy career.Learn more:santantimes.com/local-job-finder-68

SHIFT SUPERVISORJob Order Number: JC93777332Company Name: StarbucksJob Site Location:QUEEN CREEK, AZ 85142

• Maintain regular and consistent at-tendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation

• Available to work flexible hours that may include early mornings, eve-nings, weekends, nights and/or holi-days

• Meet store operating policies and standards, including providing qual-ity beverages and food products, cash handling and store safety and securi-ty, with or without reasonable accom-

modation• Six (6) months of experience in a po-

sition that required constant inter-acting with and fulfilling the requests of customers

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STYLISTJob Order Number: JC124218793Company Name: MauricesJob Site Location:QUEEN CREEK, AZ 85142

This challenging and rewarding role pro-vides the opportunity to create an unfor-gettable shopping experience that leaves our customers looking and feeling their best. While the primary responsibility of a Sales Associate is to deliver excellent customer service and build wardrobes; sales associate are expected to participate in merchandising the store and maintain presentation standards.Learn more:santantimes.com/local-job-finder-68

ASSISTANT MANAGER - PART TIMEJob Order Number: JC125742995Company Name: Kirkland’sJob Site Location:QUEEN CREEK, AZ 85142

The Assistant Manager is a nonexempt (hourly) part time position that supports and executes all aspects of operations and merchandising. This position is primari-ly responsible for driving business results through the effective coaching of the store team. Areas of focus include sales and profit growth, expense control, pro-motional, merchandising execution and exceptional customer experience through the execution of our BE Great service model.Learn more:santantimes.com/local-job-finder-68.STT


Draft North-South Corridor Environ-mental Impact Statement Available For ReviewContinued from page 10

An alignment determining where the North-South freeway could be built would be decided during a future phase of design and environmental studies. There currently are no plans or funding available to initiate these Tier 2 studies.

The same information, as well as oppor-tunities for the public to comment, will be available at each of these public hear-ings:

Tuesday, Oct. 15:30 to 7:30 p.m.Florence High School1000 S. Main St.Florence

Thursday, Oct. 105:30 to 7:30 p.m.Eloy City Hall595 N. C St.Eloy

Tuesday, Oct. 155:30 to 7:30 p.m.Poston Butte High School32375 N. Gantzel RoadSan Tan Valley

In addition to providing verbal or writ-ten comments at a public hearing, mem-bers of the public can submit comments

using the following methods:• Online: azdot.gov/northsouthstudy• Email: [email protected]• Bilingual Phone: 855.712.8530• Mail: North-South Tier 1 EIS

Study Team, c/o ADOT Communi-cations, 1655 W. Jackson St., Mail Drop 126F, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Printed copies of the Draft Tier 1 En-vironmental Impact Statement are available for review at the following lo-cations:• Eloy Santa Cruz Library: 1000 N.

Main St., Eloy, 85131• Coolidge Public Library: 160 W.

Central Ave., Coolidge, 85128• Florence Community Library: 778

N. Main St., Florence, 85132• Apache Junction Public Library:

1177 N. Idaho Road, Apache Junc-tion, 85119

• Queen Creek Library: 21802 S. Ells-worth Rd., Queen Creek, 85142

Once the public comment period is com-plete for the Draft Tier 1 Environmen-tal Impact Statement, the North-South Corridor study team will continue to evaluate the Preferred Corridor Alter-native based on the comments received and the ongoing technical analysis. The combined Final Tier 1 Environmental Impact Statement and the Record of Decision will present either a Selected Corridor Alternative or the No-Build Option. The Tier 1 environmental study is expected to be complete in 2020.

For more information about the North-South Corridor Study and the Draft Tier 1 Environmental Impact State-ment, please visit azdot.gov/north-southstudy. .STT


Input Sought From Elk Hunt-ers To Help Guide Management Of State’s Herds Continued from page 5

Meanwhile, hunters who are successful harvesting a bull elk in Game Manage-ment Units 1, 9, 10 or 23 are being asked to submit a tooth from the animal. These units are managed under alternative man-agement guidelines to provide higher hunt success and more abundant, older, age-class elk.

In order to manage herds in accordance with these guidelines, it’s important to col-lect additional data on the age of harvested elk. All successful applicants who received hunt permit-tags in these units will receive a mailing that includes a return envelope in which to send back a tooth.

For more information, email AZGFD’s big

game management supervisor, Amber Mu-nig, atL [email protected]

Hunting SeasonArchery elk hunting season opens Friday, Sept. 13, in Game Management Unit 6B

The lightning-caused Whiskey Fire, burn-ing about 15 miles southwest of Flagstaff in the Coconino National Forest, could af-fect archery elk hunters in that area.

According to a news release issued late Monday by the Coconino National For-est, firefighting vehicles and firefighters are present on roadways and smoke may reduce visibility. A closure around the fire area is expected soon, and parts of Forest Road 231 may be closed periodically to allow for firefighting equipment and op-erations. Areas outside of any closure will remain open to hunting.

The Whiskey Fire, within the footprint of the 2014 Slide Fire, will be active for weeks to come. Due to safety concerns for the public and firefighters, campers should not set up long-term campsites near the fire area..STT

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Queen CreekRoad Work & Travel AdvisoryContinued from page 1

A late travel update from Queen Creek. Two projects are ending September 11th. There is one project starting September 12 nd running through September 14. While another project starts on September 19 and will run through October 3.

Next week shoud provide several new updated for road projects, so stay tuned and be aware during your com-mute.

Current Queen Creek Area Roadway Restrictions:

1. Meridian Rd SB lane shift at Via Del Jardin for utility work. Jun. 15 – Dec. 31; 24-hour.

2. Cloud Rd Full Closure from Cloud Creek Trail to Rittenhouse (except for local traffic) for utility work. Aug. 5 - Oct. 1; 24-hour.

3. Queen Creek Rd EB and WB lane shift between Ellsworth Rd and 212th St for milling, subgrade, and paving work. Aug. 12 – Oct. 04; 24-hour

4. Rittenhouse RD EB and WB lane shift at Sossaman Rd for median

work. Sep. 04 – Sep. 18; 8:30 am – 4 pm

5. Ellsworth Rd SB lane shift be-tween Aldecoa Rd and Crewse Ln for manhole work. Sep. 09 – Sep. 11; 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

6. Ellsworth Rd SB lane shift at Oco-tillo Rd for manhole work. Sep. 09 – Sep. 11; 7 pm – 5 am

7. Ocotillo Rd EB and WB lane shift between Crismon Rd and 214th Pl for boring work. Sep. 19 – Oct. 03; 8:30 am – 2:30 pm

8. Hawes Rd NB and SB lane shift at Chandler Heights Rd for surface seal and re striping work. Sep. 12 – Sep. 14; 8:30 am – 4 pm

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