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May 18, 2016 www.DesertMessenger.com 5 Facebook.com/ DesertMessengerNews Quartzsite Town manager resigns New Youth program explores radio science • Birth • Obituary • Anniversary Place it FREE in the: Desert Messenger! 928-916-4235 Got something to share? We'll be open until May 13 SEE YOU IN THE FALL Thank you for all your support Betty Crenshaw, Owner C & B LOCK & KEY 41 YEARS EXPERIENCE 928-927-6589 Mobile Service Only Dave's DIESEL DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE David Atherton 605-999-0720 • Pat Atherton 816-797-5460 Located at Quartzsite Marketplace 50 E. Kuehn WELDING & FABRICATING SERVICES Mobile Shop - Machine Shop Services - Hydraulic Hose Repair - THRIFT STORE Benefitting the La Paz County Animal Shelter in Parker Supported by your generous donations! 455 E. Main St. Quartzsite Open Tues. thru Sat. 9-3 928-927-4223 This summer the youth in Quartzsite will have the opportu- nity to get their amateur radio li- cense, get on the air with their own radio, and learn to fly drones and the science that makes them work. The program will also provide par- ticipants the opportunity to build and experiment with electronics, meet new friends from nearby or from around the world, and even help plan a radio contact with as- tronauts onboard the International Space Station. Participation and materials are FREE and youth ages 8 to 17 are welcome to join. Classes begin June 11th and will be held every 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 2:00-4:00pm at the Quartzsite Town Hall. The program is being offered by the Arizona Amateur Radio As- sociation (AZARA), a My La Paz project. To learn more contact Dave at 602-616-8338 or by email at Dave@MyLaPaz.org. Quartzsite Town Manager Skylor Miller has announced his resig- nation. In a letter dated May 9, Miller said his resignation would be effective July 8. Miller's resignation comes barely a month after Quartzsite Police Chief Ernie Renfro also resigned. In a press release from Quartzsite Town Hall, it was stated Miller had been Quartzsite's Town Manager for two years. The re- lease added Miller had "resource- fully implemented" the Quartzsite Town Council's vision for a better Quartzsite. In his resignation let- ter, Miller said he was resigning with a "heavy heart." "The decision was not taken lightly, as I am very proud of the town staff and the team that we have built together," he said. "Ul- timately, my family and I believe that it is time to turn a page and begin a new chapter. Quartzsite is a wonderful community and has great potential, but out story doesn't end here." "I wish you all the best in mov- ing forward," Miller continued. "Quartzsite has a remarkable staff of leaders, managers and employees. It is through their skill and dedication that the Town has accomplished so much. I trust that the Town Council will work with these individuals in moving for- ward as they are the strength of the organization." Miller said he would prepare a Town Manager recruitment pack- age for the council's review. He added he will continue to work on the fiscal year 2016-17 budget, and the Community Development Block Grant application. Miller came to Quartzsite follow- ing a period of political infight- ing and instability. The period involved allegations of corruption and violations of the Open Meeting Law. There were recalls of council members and mayors. The last two years have been much more stable, and the town has attracted growth and new spe- cial events. The year-round population of Quartzsite is approximately 3,800 people, but it's estimated that grows to 100,000 during the winter months, and some busy winter weekends may see 500,000 people in Quartzsite. Your vacation should be a pleas- ant experience for you and your family. Take a few simple steps to reduce the possibility of becom- ing a victim of a burglary or other criminal acts against your home. Before you leave for your trip Notify local police of the departure and return dates of your trip and provide the name and telephone number of a neighbor or relative to notify in the event of an emer- gency. Vacation Watch Request Form is available online at http:// ci.quartzsite.az.us/images/Po- lice_Department/QPD_Vacation_ Watch_Request.pdf Going on vacation? Notify QPD

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