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Yucca District E-News for...
August 15, 2019

Last week I had the pleasure of taping my latest "Beyond the Headlines" half hour show for Glendale Cable TV Channel 11. I chose the opportunity to visit Topgolf located at 99 th Avenue and Bethany Home Road. I hope if you have Cox Cable you will take the opportunity to watch it. It should be on air in October.
 
This week the City Council had just one item on its workshop agenda, that of a possible sale of the Glendale Cemetery. Staff presented some good factual information about the operation and maintenance of the facility. The City is now Facebooking Live all City Council Meetings and it will also be on the City website under the City Clerk's page. If you would like more information please go to either site to get more information about the meeting.
 
The Heroes Regional Park Library is in the running for two Arizona Forward Environmental Excellence Awards!  The newly opened library is among Arizona projects under consideration for the "Buildings and Structures" award category celebrating contributions to design and sustainability. Additionally, the public art at the facility, Neighborhood Roots: Sugar Beets to Cotton and Beyond by artist Pete Goldlust, is under consideration for an award in the "Art in Public Places" category celebrating outstanding works of art visually accessible to the public.
 
Glendale is again offering flag football. This recreational but fast-paced 5-on-5 flag football league. This league is for boys and girls ages 7-12. The program provides young players a fun and exciting opportunity to engage in limited contact, continuous action while learning valuable lessons in teamwork. The league teaches the fundamentals of football offense and defensive plays, rules, and sportsmanship. Click here  for more information or call  623.930.2834.
 
I am beginning to consider a date for my next district-wide meeting. I am considering early November. Look for an announcement here of the date, time and location.

It's still very hot so be sure to protect yourselves, your children and your pets when outside. Please do not leave children or pets in the car. 
  
Sincerely, 
Joyce                     
Quick City Links
City Council Meetings

City Council Highlights 081319
August 13th City Council 
Meeting Highlights  

The next City Council Meetings will be held Tuesday, August 27th. The Council Workshop begins at 12:30 p.m. and the Voting Meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. 

To view Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes, click here.
 
City Council Meetings can be viewed on Glendale's Channel 11. City Council Meetings are shown several times a week. To see the Glendale 11 schedule,  click here .













REMINDER:

Splash Pad at Heroes Regional Park changes hours of operation beginning this weekend:

August 17th - September 2nd
Weekends Only 
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Free admission
YUCCA PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE
  • Streets from Reade Avenue to south of Missouri Avenue, between 73 rd Avenue and 75 th Avenue -  Slurry Seal application is currently taking place.
  • 73rd Avenue, between Missouri Avenue and Bethany Home Road - Slurry Seal application beginning August 20th.
  • 72nd Avenue, south of Bethany Home Road - Slurry Seal application to take place August 22nd.
  • Streets north of Bethany Home Road to Maryland Avenue, between 71st and 75th Avenues - Slurry Seal application beginning August 23rd.
Project Information:  602.532.6250 


Heroes Regional Park Library
Upcoming Events


Cake Decoration with Icing Tips
Monday, August 19th
2 to 4 p.m. in the Yucca Room 

Turn your sweet dreams into reality! This sweet class will take your homemade bakery to the next level. Come and enjoy learning and practicing your new cake decorating skills


Enjoy story time every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 to 11 a.m.  

Story time is a 30 minute interactive program designed for 0-5 year olds.  The program includes stories, songs and some finger plays. 

For more information on library events,  click here.
 
PLEASE NOTE: All City of Glendale library branches will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 2nd.
CITY AND DISTRICT INFORMATION 

WIN TICKETS TO SEE THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS!

Friday, August 23, 2019
7 p.m.
Gila River Arena

Enter by emailing your NAME, ADDRESS, and PHONE NUMBER to 
shenson@glendaleaz.com no later than 10 a.m. on Monday, August 19th.

You MUST live in the Yucca District to qualify. Under 18 years of age MUST be accompanied  by an adult. Tickets are not transferable.
GLENDALE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTERS OFFER FREE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS THIS FALL

With schools back in session, parents may be seeking after school activities for their children, and the City of Glendale Parks & Recreation can help! Three of the City's community recreation centers offer free after school programs for children in kindergarten through the sixth grade throughout the school year.

The three community center site locations, hours and program information are:
Glendale Community Center:
5401 W. Ocotillo Rd., 623.930.2820
Begins Monday, August 19th
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 3:45 p.m. to 6 p.m. Early Release Wednesdays: 12:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Focuses on: Providing enriching recreational activities in a fun atmosphere. Program activities include creative arts & crafts, recreational games, sports, STEM/STEAM experiments, guest speakers and special events, homework and a snack program. This is a drop-in program where participants are allowed to sign-out at any time without a parent's permission. For more information, call 623.930.2820. This site is operated by the City of Glendale staff.

Rose Lane Recreation Center:
5003 W. Marlette Ave., 623.930.623.7945
Began Monday, August 12th
Monday through Friday: 3 to 6 p.m.

The Rose Lane Recreation Center features after-school activities for children including: open recreation; homework assistance/tutoring; arts and crafts; and personal reading time. Our goal is to provide a safe haven for children to express themselves, learn autonomy/integrity, learn life skills, and recognize the importance of being a team player. Through partnerships with Friendly House and St. Mary's Food bank, we are able to provide free child care, homework assistance/tutoring and free afternoon meals. This site is operated by Friendly House. To learn more about their nonprofit, visit

O'Neil Recreation Center:
6448 W. Missouri Ave., 623.937.3925 
Began Monday, August 12th 
Fall Program hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 3:45 to 6 p.m. and  Wednesday 12:45 to 3:30 p.m.

This program is focused on helping youth achieve academic success, promoting on-time progression and high school graduation. STEAM programming, homework help, fitness, life skills and more, are all offered, in addition to basketball, football and soccer programs this fall. This site is operated by ROOTS; to learn more about their nonprofit visit www.facebook.com/RootsRecCenter.

The Glendale after school programs are operated on a drop-in basis, which means that children can sign themselves in and out of the facility. However, parents must complete registration paperwork, including emergency contact information and more. For additional information on registration, call 623.930.2820 or visit  www.glendaleaz.com/play/parks_and_recreation.

Did You Know?

2020 Census Canvassing has started and may 
already be in your neighborhood.  

The US Census Bureau has started address canvassing for the upcoming 2020 Census. This means Census Bureau employees will be walking door-to-door in some Glendale neighborhoods to verify addresses in order to ensure the accuracy of their mailing list. Address Canvassing started in early August and will conclude the in-field address canvassing in October.

The key points regarding canvassing are:
  • Census Bureau employees will be going door-to-door from August-October in order to verify the accuracy of their mailing list for the upcoming census that will occur in April 2020.
  • All official Census Bureau employees will have photo ID badges as well as black canvas bags and laptops with the 2020 Census logo.
  • Census Bureau employees will knock on doors to verify addresses and may ask questions regarding the property (example: Are there two separate units at one address?)
  • Census Bureau employees will NOT be asking for personal or demographic information. At this time they are only verifying addresses, not conducting the actual census count which will occur in April 2020. 
Key points regarding the Census itself:
  • The US Constitution requires that a census be conducted every 10 years to count the number of people living in the United States.
  • The next census will be conducted on April 1, 2020 which is only 236 days away (as of 8/8/19).
  • Having an accurate count is critical because census figures are used to distribute more than $675 billion dollars in federal funds and each resident counted will equal approximately $3,000 yearly in state, federal, and regional funds for Glendale.
  • These dollars support critical services in our community including public safety, education, healthcare, transportation, and housing. 
  • Because the census count is also used to determine state and federal electoral districts, an accurate count will also ensure that our community receives the appropriate number of representatives in the state legislature and Congress.   
  • By federal law all personal information collected is confidential, can only be used for statistical purposes, and may not be shared with any other government agencies. Any violation carries a penalty of up to $250,000 and/or up to five years in prison.
  • For the first time, this year residents will be able to respond to the census questionnaire online. Residents can also respond by phone or request a paper form.
  • For additional information, visit the official 2020 Census website at https://www.2020census.gov/
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