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City of Glendale ● 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 212, Glendale, Arizona 85301-2599 ● (623) 930-2800 Planning Memorandum DATE: 19 October 2023 TO: Preservation Historical Commission FROM: Alex Lerma, Planning Division SUBJECT: Heart of Glendale Recognition Plaques At the May 25, 2023, Historical Preservation Commission meeting, city staff presented the Commission with the draft language for three (3) recognition plaques for the Heart of Glendale Neighborhood. After reviewing and conducting a brief discussion, the Historical Preservation Commission requested that some modifications be made to the draft language. On June 26, 2023, planning staff met with Bobby Casares and his team to discuss the modifications requested by the Historical Preservation Commission and to discuss the anticipated follow-up neighborhood meeting. On August 2, 2023, City staff conducted a follow up neighborhood meeting at the Community Recreational Center at the southwest corner of West Ocotillo Road and 54th Avenue. Eighteen (18) community members attended the meeting. City staff presented the modified language for the plaques and discussed the following steps in the process. Community members were pleased with the language, the overall project and encouraged staff to identify other sites within the area of historical significance. All modifications as requested by the Historical Preservation Commission have been addressed. The attached serves as the updated language. Staff seeks the Historical Preservation Commission finalize language approval for each plaque. City of Glendale ● 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 212, Glendale, Arizona 85301-2599 ● (623) 930-2800 Cerretas Plaque Bienvenidos al Barrio Corazón y Alma We lovingly dedicate this plaque to our ancestors who laid the foundation for our faith, family values, and community involvement. El Barrio de Guangoche (The Gunny Sack), or The Barrio as affectionately known early on, has been the home of many proud, strong, and resourceful individuals in downtown Glendale since the 1880s. Arizona Canal Water created work in nearby ranches, orchards, farms, the Sugar Beet Factory and Webster’s Dairy. These workers and their families were some of Glendale’s first residents. In 1931, the first Fiestas Patras, founded by Bruno Lopez, Joe Macias, and Jose Anaya and family, were held in Murphy Park. The celebrations included music, food, and dancing. Flatbed trucks provided by Rodriguez Trucking featured floats and musicians. These fiestas drew people from neighboring towns. It was one of the most significant events in Glendale and one of the first to bring the Hispanic community together. The event was eventually moved to Rose Lane Park so larger crowds could attend. Hispanic owned businesses were prevalent in early Glendale: Antonio Maldonado’s blacksmith shop, Joe Ibarra’s gas station and garage, and Gamboa’s Bakery where the smell of fresh Mexican bread drifted from the beehive oven in the family’s backyard. Joe’s Market was the first full service grocery store. El Ranchito was owned by Juanita Ortiz for many years and later became known as Josie’s, where the best chorizo burritos and other great Mexican dishes were made. The Anaya’s food store had “the coldest beer in town.” El Barrio Corazon (Heart Y Alma (Soul) demonstrates our love for family, community and faith. City of Glendale ● 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 212, Glendale, Arizona 85301-2599 ● (623) 930-2800 Our Lady of Guadalupe Plaque The Chapel of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Capilla of Guadalupe) The Chapel of Our Lady of Guadalupe began as a small mission under the auspices of the Franciscan Fathers from Saint Mary Parish in Phoenix. The Claretian Fathers of Immaculate Heart Parish in Phoenix took over the mission about 1928. Masses were held in a small adobe church named in honor of Saint Joseph. The adobe church was completed in 1933 and destroyed by fire in 1936. Under the Rev. Francisco Aguirre, the church was rebuilt in 1938 and named Our Lady of Perpetual Help. On the feast day of St. Joseph, March 19, 1948, it became a formal parish and in 1949 Father James McFaddan was appointed as the first pastor. The school was built in 1950 under the direction of the sisters of Norte Dame de Namur. In 1968 our little rock church was declared unsafe and condemned by safety inspectors. In 1971, after many fundraising events, a multipurpose building was completed. In the 1970s the adobe church became a center for religious education classes and social activities. The old church has been restored and is now known as Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel. Information provided by the Diocese of Phoenix, Office of the Archives City of Glendale ● 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Suite 212, Glendale, Arizona 85301-2599 ● (623) 930-2800 Barrio Park Military Plaque A Salute to Our Veterans The history of Hispanics from Glendale, Arizona, who served in the U.S. Military is one of courage, honor and dedication. Since the early 1800's they served in every American War and have made countless sacrifices for our freedom, fighting bravely in conflicts around the world. In World War II, hundreds of Glendale residents enlisted in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, answering the call of duty to defend freedom and democracy. During the Vietnam War, the Hispanic population of Glendale served with pride, bravery and dedication. In subsequent years, Hispanics continued to serve in various campaigns and conflicts around the world, including Operation Desert Storm and the War on Terror. As a result of their service, these individuals have been recognized with numerous awards and decorations: Medal of Honor, Silver Star, Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Today, the Hispanic community of Glendale remains proudly committed to serving their country. In Honor of all Past, Present and Future Veterans, we very respectfully commend the Hispanic Veteranos of Glendale for their courage, commitment and unselfish sacrifices to our great nation and honor those who have made the ultimate Sacrifice ...ADELANTE