Upcoming Free Events & Important Dates
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Caring for your Parents: Education for the Family Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care, 250 N Litchfield Rd, Suite 161A
10:00 a.m.
Practical Alzheimer's Solutions Education Event. This workshop will help you:
- Discover how to use memories to comfort
- Learn how to engage and manage behaviors
- Discover how to maintain safety
- Learn self-care strategies
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Tres Rios Nature Festival
7602 S. Avondale Blvd., Avondale, AZ 85323
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Sunday - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This FREE outdoor festival showcases the rich diversity of wildlife habitat, history and culture of the Gila River drainage, which is made up of the Gila, Salt and Agua Fria Rivers. From guided bird tours, canoeing on the river, archery, fishing and learning about Southwest wildlife, there is something for everyone during the best time of year to enjoy the Arizona weather!
Click here for more information.
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Goodyear Faith & Community Roundtable
Goodyear City Hall, 190 N. Litchfield Rd.
8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Through power in numbers, the Goodyear Faith & Community Roundtable aims to better the southwest valley by sharing and gathering resources, growing networks and relationships, and identifying and responding to the needs of the community.
Find past meeting summaries and subscribe to future meeting announcements
here
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Creation Station
Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren, C-101
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Do you love getting creative and learning new things? Come join us for Creation Station! STEM activities will be set up in stations for teens and tweens to interact with at their own pace.
Click here for more information.
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Inside the Planetarium!
Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren, C-101
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Ages 7-18. We will have Star Gazing for Everyone, bringing their Planetarium! Inside the planetarium you are transported into a night sky environment to learn about the stars, constellations and listen to stories of the night sky. Everyone attending will receive a sky map.
Click here to register.
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Estrella Mountain Regional Park,
14805 W. Vineyard Avenue
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
This engaging presentation by Joe Ford is for bird lovers, especially those with New World Warbler passions. This program will present information about the 50 species that migrate between our southern neighbors and the United States and Canada, plus some information about the 80 species that are at home in the tropics and sub-tropics of Central and South America. Visit
Estrella Mountain Regional Park
for more information.
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Vote in the Presidential Preference Election
The Presidential Preference Election in Maricopa County takes place on Tuesday, March 17. The only item on the ballot is to vote for a candidate from the Democratic party to move forward to the Presidential Election in November. For that reason, only registered Democrats can vote in the March 17 Presidential Preference Election.
To find your polling location, click here.
Goodyear City Hall will not be a polling location.
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Job Employability Skills Workshop
Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren, C-101
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join ARIZONA@WORK Maricopa County at the Goodyear Library on March 18, 2020. They will be hosting a workshop in preparation for the Goodyear Career Fair taking place the following week on 3/25/20. The topics will include: resume evaluation, Interview preparation, networking, and how best to work a job fair. Come learn from an expert on how to accelerate your career search and get the most out of the opportunities right in your own city.
Click here for more information.
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Household Hazardous Waste Disposal
Coldwater Park, 10 N. Eliseo C. Felix Way, Avondale
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Goodyear residents can drop off household hazardous waste free of charge.
Residents will be required to provide proof of residency such as a recent city utility bill or driver’s license. This event is for residential hazardous waste only. Commercial or medical waste will not be accepted. Materials should be placed in the trunk or truck bed of vehicles for safety considerations at the drop off site. For more information on the event or to see a full list of acceptable and unacceptable items, visit
www.goodyearaz.gov
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Goodyear Career Fair
Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren, C-101
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Join us for the first Goodyear Career Fair on March 25, 2020 at the Goodyear Library. Local businesses will be attending looking to fill current vacancies. This career fair is a collaboration between the City of Goodyear, Goodyear Library and ARIZONA@WORK Maricopa County.
Click here for more information.
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CulturePOP Block Party
Estrella Mountain Community College, 3000 N. Dysart Road
5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Join us for a celebration of the various cultures in the cities of Goodyear and Avondale.
CulturePOP Block Party is a family friendly, community event featuring live entertainment, street performers, video gaming, carnival games, light up kids activities and food, beer and wine from around the world.
Click here for more information.
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Holey Moley
Estrella Mountain Regional Park,
14805 W. Vineyard Avenue
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Join Ranger Amanda and take a hike along the beautiful Coldwater trail and discover the many holes, nests, burrows, and homes that house the animals of the park. Hikers will discuss the animals that live in the park and how they impact the landscape. Meet at the Coldwater trailhead. Wear close toed shoes and bring plenty of water!
For more information
visit
www.maricopacountyparks.net.
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Hot Coffee Lecture: Lee Hendrickson, Photography
Goodyear Total Wine & More,
1416 N. Litchfield Rd.
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Photographer, educator, artist and scientist, Lee Hendrickson is an award-winning fine art photographer, exhibiting his artwork both in the U.S and internationally. His photomicrography of crystals, including wine crystals, is included in public, private and corporate collections. Lee Hendrickson’s photography of crystals draws on his experience as both a research scientist and his formal training in photography. By weaving together, the fields of art and science, an intimate and unique view of nature is revealed in his beautiful and thought-provoking images.
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Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event
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Goodyear residents can drop off household hazardous waste free of charge on Saturday, March 21st at Coldwater Park in Avondale. Residents will be required to provide proof of residency such as a recent city utility bill or driver’s license.
When: Saturday, March 21, 2020
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where:
Coldwater Park, 10 N. Eliseo C. Felix Way, Avondale
This event is for residential hazardous waste only. Commercial or medical waste will not be accepted. Materials should be placed in the trunk or truck bed of vehicles for safety considerations at the drop off site. For more information on the event or to see a
full list of acceptable and unacceptable items, visit
www.goodyearaz.gov
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The City is Your Partner; Civic Engagement is Key
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Countdown to Census 2020
Did you know the 2020 U.S. Census begins in March? Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau counts every person living in the United States. An accurate population count of our growing city is important to ensure we receive the dollars needed to support critical services and programs for schools, roads, emergency services, hospitals and more! The census also gives businesses an idea of who's living where, so they know where to open new stores or offer services in communities that were previously underserved.
In mid-March, Goodyear residents will received a postcard in the mail from the U.S. Census Bureau with information to complete the census online. The website is safe, secure and confidential. Every person, no matter age, counts toward providing vital services for everyone in Goodyear. For other ways to complete the census, or for more information on the census, visit
www.goodyearaz.gov/census2020
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Goodyear Citizens Police Academy Accepting Applications
Registration for the Spring Goodyear Police Citizens' Academy is now open! Class takes place on Tuesday evenings and runs March 10th thru May 12, 2020. Space is limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Registration deadline is March 2, 2020.
Visit our website
for application and details. Applications also available at PD Operations Building, 11 N. 145th Avenue, Goodyear.
Cast Your Vote in the Presidential Preference Election
What is the Presidential Preference Election and who can vote?
The Presidential Preference Election in Maricopa County takes place on Tuesday, March 17. The only item on the ballot is to vote for a candidate from the Democratic party to move forward to the Presidential Election in November. For that reason,
only
registered Democrats can vote in the March 17 Presidential Preference Election.
When will registered Republicans and Independents vote?
Registered Republicans, Democrats and Independents will be able to vote in the Primary Election on August 4, 2020.
How do I vote?
There are two ways to vote in the March 17 Presidential Preference Election.
Mail -
A ballot will be mailed to all registered Democrats on Feb. 19.
In-Person -
Polling locations will be setup across the Valley on March 17. You must vote at your assigned polling location. Polling locations will be listed by Feb. 14.
To find your polling location, click here.
Goodyear City Hall will not be a polling location.
Where can I drop off my ballot?
Ballots can be dropped off at a polling location on election day. Ballots must be dropped off by 7 p.m. on March 17.
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Be a Good Neighbor... Follow the Codes
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Don't let weeds win! Here's how you can help keep Goodyear beautiful.
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Spring is already creeping up on us – and unfortunately, that means weeds are, too.
Weeds can take over your yard before you know it. That’s why it’s a good idea to take preventative measures, such as pulling out the roots when weeds are small, and using a liquid weed killer. These kinds of liquids, including eco-friendly options, are available at most home-improvement stores.
In Goodyear, weeds and grass should remain under six inches high, and properties should be maintained free of dead vegetation and shrub overgrowth. Property owners are responsible for any weed growth from the curb up, on sidewalks and in alley ways adjacent to their property.
City code compliance will provide residents with up two code advisories within a 24-month period, including information on some of the most common violations seen in the city. A third notice will result in a citation without further notices, a day in court and possible fine.
If you see out-of-control weeds growing in Goodyear, you have several ways to let city officials know. The easiest way is by downloading the City of Goodyear app. When you open the app, tap “Report a Problem,” then scroll down and tap "Code Compliance and Nuisances," and then "Overgrown Weeds on Private Property." You will then be able to enter an address to let the city know where the weeds are located. If you see weeds alongside a road, go to "Report a Problem," then "Right-of-Way & Median Landscaping" and "Weeds on Median or in Right-of-Way."
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Emergency:
Police Non-emergency:
Fire Non-emergency:
Graffiti Report, Code Compliance:
Trash, Recycling, & Utility Billing
Water & Sewer Emergencies:
Streets, Lights, Sidewalks:
Neighborhood Services:
Parks & Recreation:
Goodyear Ballpark:
Goodyear Library:
Maricopa County:
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911
623-932-1220
623-932-2300
623-932-3004
623-882-7887
623-932-3010
623-932-3004
623-882-7801
623-882-7525
623-882-3120
602-652-3000
602-506-3415
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The Neighborhood Services Department is committed to partnering with residents to preserve and enhance the character of Goodyear neighborhoods by engaging people in civic participation and making government more accessible.
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Neighborhood Services | City of Goodyear | 623-882-7801
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