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Newspaper
Mesa Tribune
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1994
Page
6
Day, reacting to a low-flying crop-duster about five feet overhead, fired buckshot at the plane after its pilot buzzed his property. Allen said the plane was hit but details on ammunition were unclear. Day was arrested and held overnight, later expressing support from neighbors who heard of the incident.
Mesa officials and police personnel reflect on Chief Meeks's impact as health problems force his departure. Mayor Wong praises his modernization efforts while Assistant Chief Conway and City Manager Luster note the department's shakeout after Elliget’s case and ongoing national search for a successor. Meeks returned quickly after a 1990 heart attack and pushed technology and stability, but health concerns end his tenure.
Superintendent Cadwallader supported a foreign language requirement that may cut elective choices in the Tempe Union High School District, especially affecting performing arts. ASU admissions director and president voice belief that tougher standards better prepare students for college, while Mesa district officials caution that more required courses could narrow student options.
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