7 Swimming Pool Safety Tips

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Personal Injury Lawyer, Doug Zanes, Gives Essential Swimming Pool Tips

PHOENIX, May 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Every year thousands of people are injured in accidents that are completely preventable. So with summer right around the corner, it is extremely important to talk about swimming pool safety. According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, from 2005-2014, there were an average of 3,536 fatal unintentional drownings (non-boating related) annually in the United States — about ten deaths per day. To download the Zanes Law pool safety infographic visit: http://zaneslaw.com/swimming-pool-safety/ To combat these needless deaths, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends that pool owners adopt water safety steps to prevent children from getting to the water when there is no adult supervision. To start, please ask yourself the following questions: Does your pool or spa have a fence around it? Are you pool gates self-closing and self-latching? Have you installed door, gate, or pool alarms? Have you installed anti-entrapment drain covers to protect swimmers? Are all pool and spa covers in working order? Has your family received CPR training? Does everyone in you family know how to swim? If you own a pool, your answer to all of the above questions should be “yes.” You must understand that a child can drown in the time it takes to answer a telephone. Below I have listed the seven safety tips that you must adopt. Do not allow anyone to swim alone. Swim with a buddy because even adults can have a medical emergency requiring help; Your children must be taught basic water safety tips; In order to avoid entrapments, keep children away from pool drains; When people are using a pool or spa keep a telephone and other pool safety equipment close by; Look for any missing children in the pool or spa FIRST; An adult should maintain constant supervision of children swimming in the pool. Don’t trust the life of a child to another child; Have young children or inexperienced swimmers wear U.S. Coast approved life jackets when in the pool. The author of this article, Doug Zanes, an Arizona accident and injury lawyer: http://zaneslaw.com For more information, visit: http://zaneslaw.com/arizona-personal-injury-attorneys/arizona-injury-attorney/ Media contact: Casey Hamm 1-520-382-5438 marketing@zaneslaw.com SOURCE Zanes Law Related Links http://zaneslaw.com

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Local Phoenix Man Launches I Love You More – A Philanthropic Clothing Line Donating Proceeds to Child Crisis Arizona

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Phoenix Native Brian Berens announced today the launch of the I Love You More Project, a philanthropic clothing brand that raises awareness and funds towards causes that matter.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA (PRWEB) MAY 15, 2017 Local Phoenix man, Brian Berens, announced today the launch of the I Love You More Project, a philanthropic clothing brand that raises awareness and funds towards causes that matter. In honor of Beren’s late mother, who dedicated her life towards philanthropy and helping Child Crisis Arizona’s Emergency Children’s Shelter Program, I Love You More’s first campaign will donate 50% of T-Shirt proceeds directly to Child Crisis Arizona. Berens was inspired to launch I Love You More after the passing of his mother, Charleen Berens, who always responded to family and friends with the loving saying. During a family Christmas celebration in 2012, the Berens family decided to donate gifts, necessities and supplies to Child Crisis Arizona in lieu of their traditional gift-exchange. Since Charlene’s passing in 2015, every Christmas, the Berens family has delivered their donations from the family celebration to CCA in Phoenix. This year, Berens decided to make it official by launching a foundation with the same message. Child Crisis Arizona is an excellent example of I Love You More. Child Crisis Arizona takes in children – ages infant to 10 years old – that need shelter and care due to traumatic situations. Many of the nearly 17,000 Arizona children in foster care are placed with Child Crisis Arizona at the Emergency Children’s Shelters, the only shelter program for children that operate in Maricopa County for young children. Child Crisis Arizona works with children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected, while their Foster Care and Adoption Services work to provide loving homes for kids through licensing and certifying foster and adoptive parents. “I am so excited to see this project launch,” Says Founder and CEO, Brian Berens. “This is a way to show that you want to make a difference – 1 shirt at a time! It is all about wearing your emotions on your sleeve (on our shirt). Today seems like a good time to encourage others to pass on this message of LOVING someone MORE. Love someone more than they love you. Love someone more than they deserve. That’s the creed my mother lived by – shown by her kind-hearted words and hours of volunteer work. That’s the message we want to promote and PASS ON to everyone.” Through the website, users have the option to design their own t-shirts, mugs, baby clothes, phone cases and more, and customize everything from the featured logo, text and image, to color. Or, users can simply purchase an I Love You More t-shirt and choose from a variety of offered designs. 50% of all proceeds will be donated to Child Crisis Arizona. Show that you want to be a part of the “I LOVE YOU MORE” movement and support the Child Crisis Arizona organization – purchase an I Love You More T- Shirt today and pass it on.

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Farmers Insurance Celebrates Grand Opening of New Phoenix Office

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Farmers® leadership and employees unveil new 150,000 square-foot North Phoenix facility

PHOENIX, May 11, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Farmers Insurance®, one of the nation’s largest multiline insurer groups, today announced the highly-anticipated grand opening of its new North Phoenix regional office located at the corner of Pinnacle Peak Road and Interstate 17. The 150,000 square-foot facility will house upwards of 1,000 employees as the insurer group seeks to hire 400 new staff in Phoenix this year. Those interested in a career with Farmers® can learn more by visiting www.farmers.com/careers. The grand opening represents a significant milestone in the insurer group’s effort to expand its overall presence in the Phoenix metro area. Farmers first announced plans to construct and staff the new office in spring of 2016, and has since hired hundreds of new customer service representatives and in-office auto claims adjusters to support growth and further enhance the customer experience for its customers across the country. All-new Farmers Insurance facility opens in North Phoenix All-new Farmers Insurance facility opens in North Phoenix All-new Farmers Insurance facility opens in North Phoenix All-new Farmers Insurance facility opens in North Phoenix Farmers Insurance opens new 150,000 square foot facility in North Phoenix on May 11, 2017 Farmers Insurance opens new 150,000 square foot facility in North Phoenix on May 11, 2017 All-new Farmers Insurance facility opens in North Phoenix All-new Farmers Insurance facility opens in North Phoenix All-new Farmers Insurance facility opens in North PhoenixAll-new Farmers Insurance facility opens in North PhoenixFarmers Insurance opens new 150,000 square foot facility in North Phoenix on May 11, 2017All-new Farmers Insurance facility opens in North Phoenix “Farmers has a proud history in Arizona of providing comprehensive insurance options and industry-leading service to our customers,” said Keith Daly, chief claims officer for Farmers Insurance. “With the opening of this new facility, we look forward to expanding our ability to serve the needs of even more Farmers Insurance customers.” Farmers began operating in Arizona in 1929, and is currently the second largest insurer of homes and automobiles in the state with more than 670,000 policies in force. “With a large customer base on the west coast, having 1,000 new jobs in the Arizona time zone—many of which are customer service roles—provides additional flexibility to serve our customers when they need us most,” said Daly. “We’ve also benefited from the great support of Governor Doug Ducey, Arizona Corporation Commission member Andy Tobin, Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton, and the Phoenix City Council and their staffs, who were instrumental in helping bring this project to fruition.” “Farmers Insurance opening one of their largest regional offices in the country, and tripling their employee base in Phoenix, shows that our region is top of mind for great national companies looking to expand,” said Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton. “Our outstanding talent pool, unmatched quality of life and supportive economic development team will help make this expansion a success.” “With today’s expansion of the Farmers Insurance Group regional office, they are adding a significant number of new jobs in Phoenix,” said Phoenix Councilwoman Thelda Williams, in whose district the Farmers Insurance facility is located. “The new office in the Norterra area shows the quality workforce in Phoenix’s financial services sector and we are happy that they chose Phoenix.” In addition to expanding its employee presence in the area, Farmers is also looking to increase the number of agency owners across the state. Those looking to explore agency ownership opportunities can do so by visiting www.beafarmersagent.com. About Farmers Insurance “Farmers Insurance®” and “Farmers®” are tradenames for a group of affiliated insurers providing insurance for automobiles, homes and small businesses and a wide range of other insurance and financial services and products. Farmers Insurance is proud to serve more than 10 million households with over 19 million individual policies nationally, through the efforts of more than 48,000 exclusive and independent agents and approximately 21,000 employees. Farmers Insurance Exchange®, the largest of the three primary insurance insurers that make up Farmers Insurance, is recognized as one of the largest U.S. companies on the 2016 Fortune 500 list. For more information about Farmers Insurance, visit Farmers.com, Twitter and Instagram, @WeAreFarmers, or Facebook.com/FarmersInsurance. Contacts: Trevor Chapman 818-965-0042 trevor.chapman@farmersinsurance.com SOURCE Farmers Insurance Related Links https://www.farmers.com

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Annual Fire Ban for Desert and Mountain Preserves Starts May 15

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May 11, 2017 The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department and Fire Department will ban open fires in the city’s desert and mountain preserves starting Monday, May 15, 2017. This annual ban is expected to run through mid-October and applies to Camelback Mountain, Papago Park, all areas of the Phoenix Mountains Preserve, South Mountain Park/Preserve, North Mountain and surrounding areas, the Sonoran Preserve, and the Deem Hills area. The ban is being put into effect due to the extreme fire danger that the combination of low humidity, increasing temperatures and frequent high winds create each spring. For those using the preserves, the fire ban stipulates the following: Open, wood and charcoal fires are prohibited in any part of Phoenix’s preserves Smoking outside of enclosed vehicles will continue to be prohibited Propane or gas grills may be used, but only in established picnic areas The ban does not apply to traditional city parks. To protect their homes, residents whose property borders the preserves may remove dry shrubs, brush and grasses, and trim dead branches from trees within the 10-foot strip of preserve bordering their property. By creating this 10-foot “buffer zone,” residents can help to protect their homes from brush fires in the adjacent preserve. Preserve neighbors also should check irrigation lines and pool back-flush hoses to ensure that water is not seeping into the preserve. Outside water sources encourage unnaturally dense vegetation growth, which increases fire risk. For general information regarding removing vegetation, residents can contact a park ranger by calling 602-495-5458 or through e-mail. As the weather changes in the Valley this time of year, those recreating in the city’s desert and mountain preserves should use extra caution. Heat-related illnesses are common from May to October, and generally occur because the victim has been overexposed to heat or overexerted their body based on physical condition or age. The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department and Fire Department remind trail users to follow important life-saving “Take a Hike. Do it Right.” safety guidelines. Additionally, city of Phoenix park rangers advise against hiking during triple-digit heat. Park rangers also remind trail users that a new rule was approved by the Parks and Recreation Board in fall 2016 that prohibits dogs on all city trails when the temperature is 100 degrees or warmer. Violators can be cited with a Class One Misdemeanor, which could carry with it a fine of up to $2,500 and up to six months jail time, based on a judge’s decision. The Humane Society provides additional information about how to keep pets safe during warm weather months. Media Contact: Gregg Bach, 602-262-4994 General Contact: Parks and Recreation Department Phone Number: 602-262-6862 Return to News

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Councilman Michael Nowakowski Invites Residents To 4th Annual “Star Spangled Celebration” Honoring Our Fallen Police Officers, Fire Fighters And Military Veterans

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May 5, 2017 ​Councilman Michael Nowakowski invites residents to the 4th Annual “Star Spangled Celebration,” honoring our fallen police officers, fire fighters and military veterans from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 26, at Cesar Chavez Park, 7858 S. 35th Ave. (at Baseline Road). “This event is a tribute to the life-saving work our local first responders and those on active duty in our armed services do every day,” said Councilman Nowakowski, chairman of the City Council Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee. “They put their lives on the line to ensure our safety, and we should celebrate that courage and dedication.” This free, family event includes a fireworks display at 8:30 p.m., a display of Show-n-Shine low rider cars, an Arizona Cardinals football toss, PHXTeens Mobile Recreational Sports Van, raffles, live music by the Str8Up Band, food and drinks for sale, water play area, city department information booths and inflatable bounce houses. The event also features a solemn candlelight ceremony where residents can light and release a floating candle into the park’s lake to support a loved one in law enforcement or military service. Visitors can also see Hero Lane when attending the Star Spangled Celebration, a tribute to fallen police officers and firefighters. There are two Hero Lanes, one along Baseline Road between 35th and 51st avenues and the other on Washington Street between 7th Street and 9th Avenue. The Hero Lanes will feature photos of the fallen on light poles along the roadways, which will be on display through July 6, 2017. The District 7 Council Office also created a website, phoenixheroes.org, dedicated to the 49 public safety personnel who have died in the line of service and to the thousands of United States military veterans who have lost their lives defending our freedom. The event is supported by presenting sponsor Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, sponsors Withey Morris, Nestle Pure Life, Transdev, All City Towing, Phoenix IDA, the Laveen Community Council, Clear Channel Outdoor, Radio Campesina 88.3 FM, Presna Hispana, and community partners Super Embroidery and Screen Printing, Food City, and the Phoenix Parks & Recreation PHX Plays program. More information is available by calling the District 7 office at 602-262-7492 or by emailing council.district.7@phoenix.gov. Media Contact: Matthew Heil Phone Number: 602-534-0108 Return to News

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Phoenix Set for August 2017 Council Election

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May 5, 2017 On Tuesday, Aug. 29, the city of Phoenix will hold the regularly scheduled Council Election for voters in Council Districts 2, 4, 6 and 8 to elect councilmembers. There is no election for mayor or councilmembers in Council Districts 1, 3, 5 and 7 this year because the terms of the councilmembers are staggered. The Council Election is open to Phoenix residents who are registered voters and reside within Council Districts 2, 4, 6 or 8 at least 29 days prior to the election. The City Clerk Department has mailed notices to over 270,000 registered voters who reside in Phoenix Council Districts 2, 4, 6 and 8, and are on the Permanent Early Voting List (PEVL). Voters on the PEVL who want to receive a ballot by mail do not need to return the notice. Voters who received the notice who do not want a ballot by mail, or want their ballot sent to an alternate address for this election, should notify the City Clerk by mailing the postage-paid return postcard. The City Clerk needs to receive the postcard by Wednesday, July 5. Voters who are not on the PEVL and did not receive this notice may submit a signed request for a ballot by mail by Friday, Aug. 18. Request forms are available at phoenix.gov/elections or by calling the City Clerk Department. Phoenix residents who are not registered to vote have until Monday, July 31 to do so. For more information about the August election, contact the City Clerk Department at 602-262-6837, use the 7-1-1 Relay System or visit phoenix.gov/elections. Media Contact: Matt Hamada Phone Number: 602-262-6213

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