East Valley Tribune - Gilbert

Gilbert tax foes want to put issues on ballot

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:13:49 -0700

Three recently approved tax increases in Gilbert will be put to a public vote if those opposed to the hikes are successful in getting the issues to the ballot. Three voter referendums were filed Thursday by former Maricopa County Assessor Kevin Ross.

Gilbert formally adopts sales tax hike

Gilbert TEA Party planned for July 4

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:37:21 -0700

Gilbert activists are planning another tax protest at Town Hall to mark Independence Day on Saturday. And while not expecting as large a turnout as a similar party April 15, organizers still hope to have a substantial impact on local affairs.

Gilbert formally adopts sales tax hike

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:23:11 -0700

The Gilbert Town Council formally approved a quarter-cent sales tax increase Tuesday night, which was OK'd June 2 to help close a $14 million gap in the $114 million General Fund, which pays for most of the town's daily functions.

E.V. districts rehiring laid-off teachers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:19:34 -0700

East Valley school districts that sent out reduction-in-force notices to teachers in April are now calling back many of them and offering them jobs for next school year.

Higley schools budget protects most teachers

Gilbert slices $4M, rehires some teachers

Protesting teachers fear crowded classes

Mesa teachers, staff plan vigil to protest cuts

Teachers forced into tense waiting game

Higley cuts 9 more teachers, 2 nurses

Thousands of Ariz. teachers facing job cuts

District budget cuts meeting brings out 200

Resident honored for military project work

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:11:56 -0700

Gilbert resident Susan Pasternack has received the Order of Saint Maurice medallion from the National Infantry Association and the Chief of Infantry of the U.S. Army for her contributions to the infantry as a civilian working for General Dynamics C4 Systems in Scottsdale.

Gilbert district considers rental rate hikes

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:19:20 -0700

Churches, nonprofit organizations and other groups that rent facilities in the Gilbert Unified School District could pay more in future rental fees as district officials discuss a possible rate increase.

Acclaimed pastry chef joins Gilbert ice cream shop

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:32:40 -0700

Acclaimed pastry chef Tracy Dempsey will be guest chef for the summer at Gilbert ice cream shop Udder Delights, where she will create a new dessert menu, as well as new ice cream flavors.

Despite economy, Gilbert still fast grower

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:44:19 -0700

Growth-dependent Gilbert has suffered at the hands of the housing-driven economic downturn, but it's still growing faster than almost anywhere else in the United States, according to figures released Tuesday by the Census Bureau.

Gilbert district OKs proposed $365M budget

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:51:58 -0700

The Gilbert Unified School District governing board approved a $365 million budget for the upcoming school year Tuesday night.

Gilbert OKs 'nontraditional business' law

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:39:48 -0700

Gilbert will regulate tattoo studios, pawnshops, smoking lounges and check-cashing outlets after the Town Council voted 4-3 to approve the "nontraditional business" ordinance, which has been making its way through the city's approval processes.

Photos: Pizza 101 class at Liberty Market

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:57:12 -0700

Nearly three months after launching regular Espresso 101 classes, Liberty Market in downtown Gilbert has unveiled its latest class, Pizza 101.

Gilbert Unified to adopt proposed budget

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:04:50 -0700

The Gilbert Unified School District governing board is expected to approve a proposed 2009-10 budget at a 6 p.m. meeting Tuesday at the district office, 140 S. Gilbert Road.

Make a splash with our summer pool guide

Fri, 22 May 2009 15:33:00 -0700

Summer’s back and, with it, the desire to plunge headlong into a cool, sparkling swimming pool — or at least dump the kids in one while you take a mental vacation on a nearby chaise. The East Valley’s public swimming pools are ready to meet your challenge. Most are open now or by early June, and most admit children for less than $2 a head — giving you a reason, besides the refreshing water, to say “aaah.”

Gilbert tax foes want to put issues on ballot

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:13:49 -0700

Gilbert formally adopts sales tax hike

Gilbert TEA Party planned for July 4

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:37:21 -0700

Gilbert formally adopts sales tax hike

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:23:11 -0700

E.V. districts rehiring laid-off teachers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:19:34 -0700

East Valley school districts that sent out reduction-in-force notices to teachers in April are now calling back many of them and offering them jobs for next school year.

Higley schools budget protects most teachers

Gilbert slices $4M, rehires some teachers

Protesting teachers fear crowded classes

Mesa teachers, staff plan vigil to protest cuts

Teachers forced into tense waiting game

Higley cuts 9 more teachers, 2 nurses

Thousands of Ariz. teachers facing job cuts

District budget cuts meeting brings out 200

Resident honored for military project work

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:11:56 -0700

Gilbert district considers rental rate hikes

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:19:20 -0700

Acclaimed pastry chef joins Gilbert ice cream shop

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:32:40 -0700

Acclaimed pastry chef Tracy Dempsey will be guest chef for the summer at Gilbert ice cream shop Udder Delights, where she will create a new dessert menu, as well as new ice cream flavors.