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For the Week Ending
February 4, 2022
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Paradise Valley Featured in the Wall Street Journal |
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Why Are Millionaires From All Over the Country Moving to This Little-Known Arizona Suburb?
In Paradise Valley, home prices are roughly double what they were just three years ago.
By Libertina Brandt
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For Tina Garrity, the decision to relocate from Chicago to Paradise Valley, Ariz., in the early months of the pandemic was an easy one. Ms. Garrity, 57, who has a management consulting business,has been visiting the Phoenix area for decades to...
Read more
www.wsj.com
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Water Rate Case Victory: Paradise Valley to Remain an EPCOR Stand-Alone District |
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The Mayor, Vice Mayor, Council, Resort and Resident coordinated and united effort to oppose the Corporation Commission's stated intention to consolidate PV into EPCOR's other water districts was incredibly successful. So successful, that over the next four years the present value of avoiding consolidation in PV is estimated to be about $11,000,000.
This was a tremendous result for the Town of Paradise Valley and its residents and resorts and Houses of Worship. The recommended order from the administrative law judge would have consolidated 11 EPCOR water districts. The result for Paradise Valley would have been rate increases of more than 40%. After hearing testimony from Paradise Valley, the five elected commissioners rejected full consolidation and revised the recommended order to allow the Paradise Valley, Sun City and Sun City West districts to remain as stand-alone districts. Additionally, the Commissioners rejected EPCOR’s request to include language in the order that all districts would be fully consolidated in the next EPCOR rate case. We may still have to fight the consolidation war in the future, but for now, we have won the battle.
Much of the credit goes to the Mayor and Town Council who rallied the residents to oppose full consolidation through written comments filed in the docket and by speaking at the public comment sessions.
The Commission also retained a five-tier residential rate design in the Paradise Valley District. As shown on page 136, line 5 of the decision, a residential customer on a one-inch meter with average monthly usage of 51,778 gallons will see a 7.31% increase in the monthly bill, from $171.64 to $184.19. Other residential customers will see different percentage increases in their monthly bills based on different meter sizes and different usage levels. The new rates are effective for water provided on and after February 1, 2022.
Any party to the case that intends to appeal Decision 78439 must file an application for rehearing with the Commission by Monday, February 21, 2022. If no party files a request for rehearing by the deadline, then the decision will be final and non-appealable.
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38th Street Closed Except Local Traffic |
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Phoenix Water, in coordination with the Town of Paradise Valley, is installing a new gravity sewer line in 38th Street from Lincoln Drive to Bethany Home Road. The new sewer installation will be complete in February, along with the sewer service connections. The final construction work will include storm drainage and intersection improvements to Berridge Lane and 38th Place, and the restoration of the streets.
Due to narrow street access and safety concerns, 38th Street will be closed between Lincoln Drive and 38th Place. Plan for delays and allow for extra travel time. Access to residences will be maintained during the work hours, however brief delays may occur.
The street will be re-opened at the end of each work day. Excavated areas will be protected either by means of steel plates and/or protective fencing.
Click here or on the image above to view the project flyer.
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21st Street Closed at Glendale Avenue/Lincoln Drive Beginning
February 14th
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Beginning February 14th, City of Phoenix will begin work on its Drought Pipeline Project. While this construction is taking place in Phoenix, Paradise Valley residents can expect traffic disruptions as they use Lincoln Drive/Glendale Avenue.
The following restrictions will be in place:
- 21st Street at Glendale Avenue closed. Through traffic only on Glendale Avenue.
- No left turns at 20th Street and Glendale Avenue.
- Speed restricted to 25 miles per hour in the construction zone.
- Traffic restrictions in place 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.
Click here or on the image to view the project flyer.
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2021 Municipal Recontruction Project of the Year |
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On January 28th, the Arizona Chapter of Associated General Contractors of America (AZAGC) awarded Achen-Gardner Construction with their 2021 Municipal Reconstruction Project of the Year ($10M-$50M) for the roadway improvements to Lincoln Drive, Mockingbird Lane, and Indian Bend Road.
Since 2016, Achen-Gardner Construction has been working with the Town of Paradise Valley, designer T.Y. Lin International, and Five Star Development on the roadway and utility improvements surrounding the new Ritz-Carlton Resort. Five Star Development was responsible for the costs associated with the Mockingbird Lane and Indian Bend Road improvements. Wood Patel & Associates was contracted by the Town to provide construction administration and inspection.
Photo above: The Roundabout at Indian Bend Road and Mockingbird Lane
Photo below: Jason Harris, Town’s Capital Projects Administrator with the award and members of the project team from Achen-Gardner Construction (contractor), TY Lin (designer), and AZAGC Representatives
Photos are courtesy of Achen-Gardner Construction
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High Percentage of Victimization Due to Unsecured Property
In reviewing our end of year statistics, the PVPD finds that a high percentage of theft and burglary occurs because of unsecured property. Removing keys and valuables from vehicles when parked and locking residence doors will reduce victimization from crimes of opportunity.
Get in the habit of completing the Nine O’Clock Walk. Follow us and search #NineOClockWalk and #9PMRoutine for more safety tips. |
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Coffee with a Cop
On Wednesday, February 2, 2022, Chief Peter Wingert and Community Resource Officer McGhee welcomed Jared Byrd to Coffee with a Cop. Mr. Byrd is a representative from Big Brothers Big Sisters. He discussed the benefit that the Big Brothers Big Sisters mentorship program has for youth. Find out how you can volunteer at bbbsaz.org/volunteer.
The entire program will be posted at the PVPD YouTube site in the near future. Many videos are available with security tips. Check it out!
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Houses of Worship Forum
Community Resource Officer Steven McGhee and Chief Peter Wingert also hosted the Spring Houses of Worship Forum this week. Christopher Panneton from the Southwest Family Advocacy Center discussed the Arizona Mandatory Reporting Law and its impact on Houses of Worship.
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Three Valley Mayors Join to Support Jazz Day Celebration |
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Mayors of cities adjoining Scottsdale, have committed to the promotion of the International Jazz Day Arizona concert on April 30. Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega, Paradise Valley Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner, and Tempe Mayor Corey Woods have all agreed to aid in making this a major tourist attraction for the area.
This 2022 celebration of Jazz will take place at the Scottsdale Civic Center, on the northeast lawn of City Hall, located at 3939 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. The program to date includes: Richard Elliot, Rick Braun, Nayo Jones, the Jaleo Afro Cuban Ensemble, along with The Molina’s 32nd Jazz Band, an all-star youth jazz orchestra, and World-renowned trumpeter Jesse McGuire.
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Left to right: Mayor Corey Woods, 12 News' Kim Covington, event sponsor Alfredo Molina, and Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner |
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Upcoming Town Meetings and Events |
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February 9th - Hillside Building Committee, 8:00 am (location: TBD)
February 10th - Town Council Meeting, 3:00 Study Session; 6:00 pm Council Meeting (location: TBD)
February 15th - Planning Commission, 6:00 pm (location: TBD)
February 21st - Presidents Day (Post Office and Town Hall Closed)
February 24th - Town Council Meeting, 3:00 Study Session; 6:00 pm Council Meeting (location: TBD)
March 1st - Planning Commission, 6:00 pm (location: TBD)
March 2nd - Board of Adjustment, 5:30 pm (location: TBD)
March 9th - Hillside Building Committee, 8:00 am (location: TBD)
March 10th - Town Council Meeting, 3:00 Study Session; 6:00 pm Council Meeting (location: TBD)
March 15th - Planning Commission, 6:00 pm (location: TBD)
March 24th - Town Council Meeting, 3:00 Study Session; 6:00 pm Council Meeting (location: TBD)
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Remember to check the Town's website for meeting updates, changes, and agendas.
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Downloadable/Printable Town Information |
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Quick Links to Useful Resources |
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