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June 12, 2020
Dear Sahuaro District Residents,
Last week in the newsletter, I discussed one of the concerns I often receive from
residents. Another concern that comes up regularly is the condition of our City parks. This is an important issue that has been brought up during Council Meetings by Mayor Weiers and the City Council. Councilmember Joyce Clark has been an advocate for the build out of Heroes Regional Park in the southwest part of the city as well. As a result, a study of our park system was commissioned.
The study is far from complete, but the Council has taken action to put place holders for parks in our 10-year Capital Expenditure Plan. This will mean investing over $100 million in our parks over the next decade. In addition, the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan calls for over $50 million to be invested in major street reconstructions, $19 million in flood control, $25 million in library capital projects, $45 million in City facilities, and $122 million in public safety capital projects.
This level of expenditures will require the issuing of some bonds. However, the City Council policy is to keep primary and secondary property taxes level. Therefore, the issuance of any new bonds will only occur as older bonds are paid off, thus keeping property taxes at the same level.
In next week's newsletter I will discuss bonds in more detail.
Continue to stay healthy and hydrated during these high temperature days.
Sincerely,
Ray Malnar
Vice Mayor
Sahuaro District
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Glendale City Hall
Reopens to Public
with Enhanced Safety Measures
The City of Glendale is pleased to announce Glendale City Hall reopened to public access earlier this week on Monday, June 8th. Access was restricted in mid-March to protect the safety of both residents and staff due to COVID-19. As the City reopens facilities, safety remains a top priority and we will be following recommended health guidelines. City Hall will be open 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday thru Friday.
Visitors to City Hall will be asked to follow physical distancing measures. To help ensure distancing, a maximum of three visitors will be allowed in the customer service area at one time. For those visiting City Hall to make a payment, only one family member will be allowed in the customer service area, due to space limitations. Residents may continue to use the payment drop box outside the first-floor entrance of City Hall as well.
Additional Safety Measures
- Enhanced cleaning and sanitizing of high-touch areas, including door handles, elevator buttons and counters.
- Hand sanitizer available to the public when entering the building.
- Plexiglas barriers in customer service areas.
- Face coverings are recommended.
As the City has faced the COVID-19 pandemic, we have worked to find the appropriate balance between respecting public health orders and maintaining services for our residents.
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Luke AFB Welcomes
New Commander
Brigadier General Gregory Kreuder, 56th Fighter Wing Commander, provides remarks after assuming command from Brigadier General Todd Canterbury, 56th Fighter Wing outgoing commander, during the 56th Fighter Wing Change of Command Ceremony that was held on May 27th, at Luke AFB.
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What You Can Do to Help
From Maricopa County: Anyone going out in public is encouraged to take the following precautions to limit the spread of COVID-19.
- Stay at least six feet away from others
- Consider wearing a cloth face covering if you cannot maintain at least six feet of distance between yourself and others while out
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth
- Use hand sanitizer or wash your hands after leaving public places
- Avoid groups of 10 people or more
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How to Water Landscaping in Summer Heat
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For information on a landscape rebate and for more water conservation information,
click here.
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The next City Council Meetings will be held on
Tuesday, June 23rd. The Workshop begins at 12:30 p.m. and the Voting Meeting begins at 5:30 p.m.
Council Meetings are now open to the public. The meetings are being held at the Civic Center for physical distancing until further notice.
June 9th Council Meeting Highlights:
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To view the upcoming meeting schedule and agendas,
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Possible District Grant for
Neighborhood Projects
In the recent past, I announced a neighborhood grant program up to $2500.00 that can be used for minor improvements in neighborhoods such as park benches, street landscaping, signage, etc. If you have any recommendations in your neighborhood, please contact me at rmalnar@glendaleaz.com or my Council Assistant, Shelli, at shenson@glendaleaz.com. Please
email your request by Friday, June 19th.
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HEAT SAFETY
TIPS & REMINDERS
1. Stay hydrated - drink plenty of water each day; have fresh water throughout the day for your pets.
2. Exercise and walk your dog(s) during morning hours before it gets too hot; you run the risk of heat stroke or heat exhaustion and for your pets, the pavement becomes too hot for their paws.
3. Plan to hike first thing in the morning; turn around when you are halfway through your water; do not take pets hiking during extreme heat - it is too hot for them and their paws can become injured.
4. DO NOT LEAVE a child or a pet in a locked car; a locked car, even with windows cracked, heats up very quickly in hot weather.
Safety Tips for Hiking with Dogs:
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DISTRICT PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN (PMP) UPDATE
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Planning PMP activities for FY21 currently underway
There will not be any weekly updates in this newsletter until work is scheduled again for the Sahuaro District.
Project Info: 602.532.6250
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Library News
Walk through and holds pick-up services have extended to all Glendale Public Libraries, and the ability to place new holds returned to the library catalog on May 26th. All library locations are now open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m, Monday through Friday, and 12 to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Call 623.930.3600 or email elibrarian@glendaleaz.com with any questions.
For more information,
click here.
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