For the Week Ending
April 15, 2022
It's National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 11-15
National Work Zone Awareness Week is an annual spring campaign held at the start of construction season to encourage safe driving through construction work zones. The key message is for drivers to use extra caution in work zones, so everyone makes it home safely.

Work zones are typically marked by signs, channelizing devices, barriers, pavement markings, and/or work vehicles. When driving through work zones, even the smallest mistake can be deadly. Major contributing factors in work zone crashes include not paying attention, going too fast for conditions, failure to yield the right-of-way and following too closely.

Work zones need everyone’s undivided attention. When approaching a work zone, motorists should always slow down, follow all posted signs, be alert, and remain calm. Risky driving behavior affects more than just the driver – everyone’s lives and families are at stake.

Statistics:
  • About 700 people, including over 100 workers, are killed every year in work zone accidents. 
  • Four out of five people killed in work zones are motorists – not workers.
  • Most work zone crashes involve rear-end collisions.
  • Most work zone crashes occur during daylight hours.
  • Drivers using their cell phones are 4 TIMES more likely to be involved in a crash.
April 14th Council Meeting Summary
The Town Council took the following actions at last night’s meeting:

  • Recognized Paradise Valley Police communication specialists during National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week.
  • Approved two Intergovernmental Agreements with Maricopa County Animal Care & Control for Enforcement Services and Sheltering Services.
  • Directed staff to prepare an ordinance harmonizing the Town Code with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office Investigative Report No. 22‑001, dated March 30, 2022, and submit said ordinance for Council consideration.
  • Adopted Resolution 2022‑10, transferring contingency funds and amending the police department personnel budget in an amount not to exceed $106,000 for FY2022.
  • Approved the Reimbursement Agreement for the Town and Resort Partnership to Reduce Noise in adjacent neighborhoods; and approve additional funding for the program in an amount not to exceed $270,000.
  • Approved the Final Plat for Mummy Mountain Park XI as submitted, subject to the stipulations in the staff report.

Click for the Action Summary and meeting Video
Above (l to r): MLK Essay Winners Lili Chaidez, Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner, Amelie Kennedy, Neriah Safir, Helen Hill.
National Public Safety Communicator's Week
Every year, the second week of April is known as National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week. This week is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the first, first responders - the Public Safety Telecommunicators.  These Telecommunicators, better known as Dispatchers, are recognized for their commitment to working around the clock, weekends and holidays.

It is a time to celebrate and thank those who dedicate their lives to serving the public and ensuring that no call goes unanswered. We recognize those under the headset and behind the console who serve as a lifeline to our community each and every day - who provide the calm voice on the other end of the call and radio. PVPD is lucky enough to have some of the very best Dispatchers!

The Town of Paradise Valley recognized the Dispatcher’s dedication to the Town with a Proclamation during the Town Couincil meeting.

Tune in next week to see pictures explaining why the Town Dispatchers were wearing Sports Shirts...and more.
Below: Police dispatchers with Chief Wingert, Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner, and Town Council members.
Blood Drive - April 28th, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
On Thursday, April 28th, 2022 from 11a.m. to 4 p.m., the Paradise Valley Police Department will host a Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. This event will take place at the Paradise Valley Town Hall, Community Room. 

According to the Red Cross, Every day blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Police volunteers will be checking blood donors in for their appointments.
 
Blood donation are critically important. Please visit www.RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code “PVPD” to register and schedule your appointment.
Prescription Drug Take-Back Event
Paradise Valley Police Department and the US Drug Enforcement Administration will be hosting a prescription drug take-back event on Saturday, April 30th from 10am-2pm at the police station located at 6433 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253. Read important facts about proper Rx disposal here.
 
Frequently Asked Questions:

  • What if I can’t make the event? The department has a drop box open any time, all year round.
  • What should I not bring? Be aware inhalers, needles, glass, or liquids will not be accepted.
  • What can I do with liquids? Walgreens Pharmacy will accept all liquids except hydrogen peroxide during their normal pharmacy hours. Please call ahead to confirm their pharmacy is equipped with a RX box.
  • What about vaping pens and cartridges? To help combat the continued vaping health crisis across the country, the Drug Enforcement Administration will collect vaping pens and cartridges.
  • What if a vaping pen has a battery? Pens with batteries in them are a different waste stream designation and are considered a potential fire hazard. For those that have batteries that cannot be removed, please call your local hazardous waste management facility or check with large electronic chain stores that may accept.
Submit Voter Pamphlet Statements For or Against Proposition 467 (Approval of the 2022 General Plan)
Proposition 467 will appear on the August 2nd election ballot. The Proposition asks voters to ratify the 2022 Paradise Valley General Plan and reads in its entirety:



Shall the Paradise Valley, Together 2022 General Plan, as adopted by the Mayor and Town Council on March 17, 2022, be approved by the voters of the Town of Paradise Valley?
An educational pamphlet containing information on the 2022 general plan will be prepared and mailed to every household in Town with a registered voter in late June. Voters are invited to submit arguments supporting or opposing ratification of the general plan. Arguments for or against must conform to certain requirements that can be downloaded in PDF format here.

The August 2nd ballot will also have candidates for Mayor and Council (3 seats), and will be the primary election for the November 8th General Election.

All Pro/Con Arguments must be received by Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 5:00 pm and may be filed with the Town of Paradise Valley Clerk’s Office, dmiller@paradisevalleyaz.gov.
Upcoming Town Meetings and Events
April 19th - Planning Commission, 6:00 pm (location: Town Hall)

April 23rd - Shredding Event - Registration Required, 8:00 am to noon, Town Hall parking lot (register here)

April 28th - Blood Drive, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm (location: Town Hall Community Room) (register here using sponsor code "PVPD")

April 28th - Town Council Meeting, 3:00 Study Session; 6:00 pm Council Meeting (location: Town Hall)

April 30th - Prescription Drug Take-Back Event, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (location: PVPD parking lot)

May 3rd - Planning Commission, 6:00 pm (location: Town Hall)

May 4th - Coffee with a Cop, 7:30 am (location: PVPD Auditorium)

May 4th - Board of Adjustment, 5:30 pm (location: Town Hall) canceled

May 5th - Town Council Special Meeting,12:00 pm (location: Town Hall)

May 11th - Hillside Committee, 8:00 am (location: Town Hall)

May 12th - Town Council Meeting, 3:00 Study Session; 6:00 pm Council Meeting, (location: Town Hall)

May 17th - Planning Commission, 6:00 pm (location: Town Hall)

May 26th - Town Council Meeting, 3:00 Study Session; 6:00 pm Council Meeting, (location: Town Hall)

June 1st - Coffee with a Cop, 7:30 am (location: PVPD Auditorium)

June 1st - Board of Adjustment, 5:30 pm (location: Town Hall)

August 2nd - Election Day for Mayor and Council, and General Plan Ratification
Remember to check the Town's website for meeting updates, changes, and agendas.
Shred Safely - By Appointment Only
Paradise Valley Wealth Management, Inc. and the Paradise Valley Police Department will be hosting a limited Shredding Event by appointment only on Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm outside of the police station at 6433 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253.
 
Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the cost? There is no cost for residents. Donations are optional and are accepted online.
  • How do I secure a spot or make a donation? You can visit our registration portal: http://www.alertpv.us/ShredSafely
  • How many boxes can I bring? No more than 5 standard business shred boxes per registered resident.
  • Can we bring electronics? Yes, unwanted electronics will be collected. No CRT monitors or televisions, only flat panels. Please verify other acceptable items by calling AZStRUT at (480)222-4066 or visiting their website here.
  • Who is the beneficiary? This season it is a local non-profit called Angels on Patrol which partners to provide police officer-initiated support to community members in times of crisis within the Town of Paradise Valley. Visit their website to learn more here.
  • Can you answer another question? Yes, please contact our Community Resource Officer at (480)348-3567 or by email at CRO@paradisevalleyaz.gov.
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