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Neighborhood Ministries

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1918 W Van Buren St, Phoenix 85009

Food Establishment - Daycare Food Service · Permit FD-89298

Score based on 8 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 20, 2026.

100
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

100060202420252026Jun 5, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 13, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 14, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 30, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 25, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 10, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jun 16, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 24, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

Aug 24, 2026RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jun 16, 2026RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.No food prep occurring at time of inspection. Facilities inspection conducted.

Jun 9, 2026Advisorynot scoredclean

Ineffective visit - onsite

Feb 10, 2026RoutinecleanA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2025

Nov 25, 2025RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed test strip expiration dates and mixing methods for sanitizer. Provided bodily fluid cleanup procedure example

Jul 30, 2025RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.No operations during inspection. Facility inspection conducted. Discussed establishment procedures regarding: calibration of ambient air thermometers and 3rd party caterer

Apr 14, 2025RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: Maintenace to men's restroom faucet, stall in women's restroom, and permit display for 3rd party caterer

2024

Sep 13, 2024RoutinecleanA°

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Of note: Provided and reviewed educational handouts regarding temperature requirements, thermometer calibration, handwashing (how and when), TCS foods, and 3-compartment sink.

Jun 5, 2024RoutinecleanA°

Discussed requirement for service sink connections. Provided Department document via email.Facilities inspection, kitchen not in operation due to school holidays.No County legal action will result from this inspection.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. The inspection report was emailed.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Johnny Garripa

2023

Dec 4, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Final Construction inspection conducted with manager, Lenny.Construction completed and approved. Inspection report was emailed to Lenny.Service sink located in building to the North of Daycare area. Chemical dispenser will need a dedicated water line. Maintenance is aware and will change.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Aug 30, 2023Reviewnot scoredclean

Plumbing inspection conducted with PIC, Lenny.At the time of this inspection, this project was about 20% complete. Inspection report was emailed to Lenny.Navien 240 tankless has been installed on outside of building and meets kitchen GPM demand.Prior to final:1. Provide water proof material behind 3 compart, prep and hand wash sinks. 2. Refinish disturbed floors. Floors must be smooth and sealed.3. Provide cove base where missing (on new wall finish and along cabinet area.4. Provide vinyl faced wipeable ceiling tiles in kitchen area.5. Ensure fixtures are provided with rigid drain lines and braced to maintain 1 inch air gap above finished floor at floor sink.6. Seal fixtures and counter at wall junctures.7. Provide racks or wire shelving for drainage as stated. Please continue with construction according to plans, stipulation letter, and inspections. Please call (602) 526-0917 or the inspection request line 602-506-6824 for an equipment/construction inspection between 50 - 75% completion of project or if an additional onsite walk-through is needed. No county legal action will result from the inspection.

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →