Maricopa's Copper Sky Multigenerational Center is throwing a big birthday bash to mark a decade of community engagement, and the stars of the show are the staff members who've been there since its early days. According to an article from the city's news release, key players like Recreation Coordinators Matthew Reiter and Alicia Ryles, along with Zumba Instructors Nancy Macias-Scott and Clarissa Estrada, are reflecting on their time with the facility ahead of its 10th-anniversary pool party celebration.
Matthew Reiter lit up with enthusiasm, sharing in an interview with the city of Maricopa, "It’s been an awesome journey full of growth both personal and within the community," Maricopa is a special place; it's been both challenging and exciting to see how we can keep up with the city’s growth meeting and exceeding citizens' expectations for recreational activities. Kristen Daly touts her dynamic journey through city departments, rocking Copper Sky's social media, and ensuring the community's voice remains front and center.
Alicia Ryles, who's witnessed Maricopa's transformation firsthand, noted the surreal experience of seeing the long-awaited overpass come to fruition, "Watching new businesses come in is always welcome but they were talking about an overpass since I’ve been here and to finally see it built and traveled on is surreal," she confessed to the city. Meanwhile, Theresa Abernathy, a Group Exercise Instructor, emphasized the reward of expanding programs and services offered which has significantly broadened their impact on the community’s wellness.
Zumba Instructor Nancy Macias-Scott revealed the joy of being part of the city's rapid growth and the unique excitement it brings, she spends her days crafting the perfect choreography which the article from the city of Maricopa makes very clear, "I’m working hard practicing, listening, creating, and adjusting music." Clarissa Estrada, another Zumba maven, finds fulfillment in energizing the after-work crowd, and her dedication to her craft and students pour through her teachings, "Students have walked into my class with a sense of embarrassment, shyness, or anxiety and walk straight to the back row" she shared, "As soon as the music starts, their souls become awakened, it warms my heart to see them walking out of my class feeling confident, empowered, and excited for the next class," she told the city's publication.
These Copper Sky champs, along with the entire team, are living proof of what it means to build and serve a community from the ground up. For those inspired by their stories and looking to make a mark in Maricopa, the city invites you to check out their Job Opportunities page.
