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A look back at this week in Surprise history

Posted 10/5/22

Here is a look at Surprise history through the years on this week.

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A look back at this week in Surprise history

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Here is a look at Surprise history through the years on this week, compiled from archives of Independent Newsmedia, Newspapers.com and the city of Surprise historical records:

1960

The Dysart School Carnival offers Salk polio shots for $1 each.

1987

Surprise Mayor George Cumbie has reimbursed the town $265.77 for personal phone calls he made during non-business hours to places such as Bedford, Indiana; Little Rock, Arkansas; and Elk Grove, California. The calls dated back to 1984.

1996

City celebrates grand opening of Hancock Homes’ Mountain Vista Ranch subdivision near Bell and Reems roads. The city approves a total of 14 major developments that are expected to bring more than 32,000 dwelling units over the next 15 years.

2000

Albertson’s submits plans for a store on ten acres of land at Bell Road and Loop 303. The Planning and Zoning Commission signs off on it a week later.