| Registration for Free COVID-19 Testing Event in West Phoenix on June 27 is Closed | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-7/1360 | | City Council District 7 | 6/24/2020 6:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/1360/Newsroom_Council_News_07.jpg | | Registration for Free COVID-19 Testing Event in West Phoenix on June 27 is Closed | <div class="ExternalClass952F2BFF69D84BB7B7C9AFCE6854163B"><html>
<p><strong style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:17.3333px;"><em>Equality Health Foundation can no longer take new appointments or day-of drive-ups without an appointment </em></strong></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">The Equality Health Foundation, a leading advocate in combatting health disparities rooted in economic, racial and social conditions announces that the free COVID-19 drive-thru testing event for Saturday, June 27, has reached its registration capacity and has ended registration. Only confirmed drive-thru appointments will be accommodated. <strong>The city of Phoenix is working closely with Equality Health and other partners on additional testing locations in the coming weeks. </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">The event, which is open to the community at large, received an overwhelming response and has already received hundreds of requests for online registration on its website. Operational improvements are already being implemented based on the learnings from the previous testing event on June 20, including an 'appointment only' model. Changes also include expanded on-site contactless paperwork processing, technology improvements and faster administration of the test.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">People who pre-registered online must receive a confirmed registration appointment time for June 27. They should call 602-889-9401 if they haven't been contacted yet or for additional questions. They can also visit the event website at </span><a href="https://www.equalityhealthfoundation.org/phx/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">equalityhealthfoundation.org/phx</span></a><span style="font-size:14.6667px;"> for more details. People who secured an appointment for the June 27 testing event are also asked to not arrive earlier than their scheduled time. A face mask or face covering is required at the testing site. Registrants will not be required to provide ID or proof of insurance, but accurate contact information is needed to follow-up with test results and care guidance if required.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Information about other organizations offering testing can be found at https://www.azdhs.gov/</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">People are encouraged to get screened for testing if they have been exposed to someone with the COVID-19 virus or are experiencing flu-like symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath or loss of smell and/or taste.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">This free drive-thru testing service for COVID-19 is being provided in partnership with the Equality Health Foundation, city of Phoenix, Sonora Quest Laboratories and Equality Care Center. The testing will occur at Desert West Park and Sports Complex, 6602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix (enter the parking lot from Encanto Boulevard, just east of 67th Avenue).</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;"><strong>*For those who are registered and attending the event, please consider bringing water, face coverings and snacks in case there is a wait. It is also recommended that vehicles driven to the testing site are in good condition to withstand the heat. </strong></span><br></p><br>
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| Statement from Councilman Nowakowski on Saturday’s Testing Site at Desert West Park | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-7/1342 | | City Council District 7 | 6/16/2020 4:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/1342/Newsroom_Council_Statement_07.jpg | | Statement from Councilman Nowakowski on Saturday’s Testing Site at Desert West Park | <div class="ExternalClass9C04071F8273481AA77323B6534F1FDE"><html>
<strong>*Free COVID-19 testing will be held at Desert West Park - 6602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85035 on Saturday, June 20 and Saturday June 27 from 6am to 11am.*</strong>
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<br>“During these difficult times, accessible COVID-19 testing for residents of Phoenix and District 7 is a top priority for my office. Thanks to our partners at Equality Health, Phoenix will be providing two upcoming weekends of no cost drive-up and walk-up testing at Desert West Park and Sports Complex, starting this Saturday, June 20. <br><br>Desert West Park is a centrally located staple in District 7, and It is my hope that this pop-up will provide more access to residents who may not have proper healthcare or be near a medical facility offering testing. <br><br>I want to thank city staff and our partners at Equality Health and Sonora Quest Laboratories for bringing this site to District 7 and hope that this is the first of many testing sites in my district."<br> <br><em>If you are planning on using public transit to attend this event, please make sure you are following CDC guidelines and protecting yourself and those around you.<br></em><div style="text-align:center;"><img style="margin:5px;width:214px;height:270px;" src="/district7site/MediaAssets/Resized_20200612_123735.jpg" /><img style="margin:5px;width:273px;height:273px;" src="/district7site/MediaAssets/TESTINGSITE-SOCIAL-FINAL.jpg" /><br></div> <br><strong>Details on the testing site:</strong><br><br><strong>When: This upcoming Saturday, June 20 and next Saturday June 27 from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. </strong><br><br><strong>What: </strong>In partnership with Equality Health, the City of Phoenix will be offering COVID-19 testing to the general public for the shared goal of increasing COVID-19 testing statewide. Those who think they have been exposed to or could be infected with COVID-19 are encouraged to get tested.<br> <br>The testing site will be in operation from 6 a.m. – 11 a.m. and is available via walkup and drive thru. The COVID-19 swab test will be offered. Per the CDC guidance, please wear a mask or face covering when visiting the testing site. <br><br><strong>How:</strong> People can help alleviate wait times by signing up for a test at <a href="https://www.equalityhealthfoundation.org/phx" target="_blank">https://www.equalityhealthfoundation.org/phx</a> or by calling 602-889-9401<br><br><strong>Cost:</strong> Attendees should bring their insurance information. <strong>Uninsured patients will also be covered under the CARES program – with no anticipated out of pocket costs.</strong><br> <br><strong>Where: </strong>Desert West Park and Sports Complex<strong> 6602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85035</strong><br><br><br><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span><h2 style="text-align:center;">Declaración del Concejal Nowakowski sobre el Sitio de Pruebas este Sábado en el Parque Desert West</h2><strong>*Pruebas gratuitas de COVID-19 se ofrecerán en Desert West Park - 6602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85035 el sábado 20 de junio y el sábado 27 de junio de 6 a.m. a 11 a.m.</strong><br><br>“Durante estos tiempos difíciles, la accesibilidad de la prueba COVID-19 para los residentes de Phoenix y el Distrito 7 es una prioridad para mi oficina. Gracias a nuestros socios de Equality Health, Phoenix ofrecerá dos fines de semana de pruebas móviles en el parque Desert West, comenzando este sábado 20 de junio.<br><br>El parque Desert West está ubicado centralmente en el Distrito 7, y espero que brinde más acceso a los residentes que no tienen atención de salud adecuada o están lejos de un centro médico que ofrece pruebas.<br><br>Quiero agradecer al personal de la ciudad y a nuestros socios de Equality Health y Sonora Quest Laboratories por traer este sitio al Distrito 7 y espero que sea el primero de muchos sitios de pruebas en mi distrito."<br><br><em>Si planea usar el transporte público para asistir a este evento, asegúrese de seguir las reglas del CDC y de protegerse a sí mismo y a quienes lo rodean. </em><br><br><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><strong>Detalles del sitio de pruebas:</strong><br><br><strong>Cuándo: el próximo sábado 20 de junio y el sábado 27 de junio de 6 a.m. a 11 a.m.</strong><br><br><strong>Qué:</strong> En asociación con Equality Health, la Ciudad de Phoenix ofrecerá pruebas COVID-19 al público en general con el objetivo compartido de aumentar las pruebas COVID-19 en todo el estado. Animamos aquellos que piensan que han estado expuestos o podrían estar infectados con COVID-19 a hacerse la prueba.<br><br>El sitio de prueba estará en funcionamiento desde las 6 a.m. hasta las 11 a.m. y está disponible en automóvil o a pie. Se ofrecerá la prueba nasal de COVID-19. Según las reglas del CDC, use una máscara o una cubierta facial cuando visite el sitio de pruebas.<br><br><strong>Cómo:</strong> las personas pueden ayudar a aliviar los tiempos de espera registrándose para una prueba en <a href="https://www.equalityhealthfoundation.org/phx" target="_blank">https://www.equalityhealthfoundation.org/phx</a> o llamando al 602-889-9401<br><br><strong>Costo: </strong>Los participantes deben traer su información de seguro médico.<strong> Los pacientes sin seguro médico estarán cubiertos por el programa CARES, sin gastos anticipados.</strong><br><br><strong>Dónde: </strong>Desert West Park and Sports Complex <strong>6602 W. 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| Statement from Councilman Nowakowski on Upcoming COVID-19 Testing Site at Desert West Park | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-7/1327 | | City Council District 7 | 6/9/2020 10:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/1327/Newsroom_Council_Statement_07.jpg | | Statement from Councilman Nowakowski on Upcoming COVID-19 Testing Site at Desert West Park | <div class="ExternalClass4F070C6F9BBC4A0AA5325EF62E407833"><html>“During these difficult times, accessible COVID-19 testing for residents of Phoenix and District 7 is a top priority for my office. Thanks to our partners at Equality Health, Phoenix will be providing two upcoming weekends of drive-through and walk-up testing at Desert West Park and Sports Complex, starting Saturday, June 20. <br><br>Desert West Park is a centrally located staple in District 7, and It is my hope that this pop-up will provide more access to residents who may not have proper healthcare or be near a medical facility offering testing. <br><br>I want to thank city staff and our partners at Equality Health for bringing this site to District 7 and hope that this is the first of many testing sites in my district.”<br><br><em>If you are planning on using public transit to attend this event, please make sure you are following CDC guidelines and protecting yourself and those around you.</em><br><br><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>Details on the testing site:</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>When: Saturday, June 20 and Saturday June 27 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. </strong></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>What:</strong> In partnership with Equality Health, the City of Phoenix will be offering COVID-19 testing to the general public for the shared goal of increasing COVID-19 testing statewide. Those who think they have been exposed to or could be infected with COVID-19 are encouraged to get tested.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">The testing site will be in operation from 6 a.m. – 11 a.m. and is available via walkup and drive thru. The COVID-19 swab test will be offered. Per the CDC guidance, please wear a mask or face covering when visiting the testing site. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>Cost:</strong> Attendees should bring their insurance information. Uninsured patients will also be covered under the CARES program – with no anticipated out of pocket costs.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>Where: Desert West Park and Sports Complex 6602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85035</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong><em>Declaración del Concejal Nowakowski sobre el futuro sitio de pruebas COVID-19 en el Parque Desert West </em></strong></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">“Durante estos tiempos difíciles, la accesibilidad de la prueba COVID-19 para los residentes de Phoenix y el Distrito 7 es una prioridad para mi oficina. Gracias a nuestros socios de Equality Health, Phoenix ofrecerá dos fines de semana de pruebas móviles en el parque Desert West, comenzando sábado 20 de junio.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">El parque Desert West está ubicado centralmente en el Distrito 7, y espero que brinde más acceso a los residentes que no tienen atención de salud adecuada o están lejos de un centro médico que ofrece pruebas.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">Quiero agradecer al personal de la ciudad y a nuestros socios de Equality Health por traer este sitio al Distrito 7 durante los próximos dos fines de semana y espero que sea el primero de muchos sitios de pruebas en mi distrito."</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><em>Si planea usar el transporte público para asistir a este evento, asegúrese de seguir las reglas del CDC y de protegerse a sí mismo y a quienes lo rodean.</em></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>Detalles sobre el sitio de pruebas:</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>Cuando: Sábado 20 de junio y sábado 27 de junio</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>Qué:</strong> En asociación con Equality Health, la Ciudad de Phoenix ofrecerá pruebas COVID-19 al público en general con el objetivo compartido de aumentar las pruebas COVID-19 en todo el estado. Animamos aquellos que piensan que han estado expuestos o podrían estar infectados con COVID-19 a hacerse la prueba.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;">El sitio de prueba estará en funcionamiento desde las 6 a.m. hasta las 11 a.m. y está disponible en automóvil o a pie. Se ofrecerá la prueba nasal de COVID-19. Según las reglas del CDC, use una máscara o una cubierta facial cuando visite el sitio de pruebas.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>Costo:</strong> Los participantes deben traer su información de seguro médico. Los pacientes sin seguro médico estarán cubiertos por el programa CARES, sin gastos anticipados.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><strong>Dónde: Localizado en el Parque y Complejo de Deportes Desert West - 6602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85035</strong></span></div><p><br></p></html></div> | https://www.phoenix.gov/district7 | News | district-7 |
| Statement from Councilman Nowakowski Thanking City Employees Cleaning Up Downtown Phoenix | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-7/1298 | | City Council District 7 | 5/30/2020 11:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/1298/Newsroom_Council_Statement_07.jpg | | Statement from Councilman Nowakowski Thanking City Employees Cleaning Up Downtown Phoenix | <div class="ExternalClassE206B611145F43C58BA4093D368C0ED4"><html>“I want to thank all the City employees who have worked tirelessly since the early morning hours to clean up Downtown Phoenix after last night's protests. Staff from our Public Works and Neighborhood Services Departments as well as the City's janitorial crews have been cleaning up broken glass, graffiti, trash and blight at the Valdemar A. Cordova Municipal Court, Sandra Day O'Connor U.S. Courthouse, Calvin C. Goode Municipal Building, Police Headquarters, the Phoenix Crime Lab, City Hall, Herberger Theater and surrounding businesses. <br><br><p>I applaud our City staff who worked extensively to repair the damage done to our City." <br></p><p><img style="margin:5px;width:501px;" src="/district7site/MediaAssets/Damage1.jpg" /><br></p><p><img style="margin:5px;width:501px;" src="/district7site/MediaAssets/Damage3.jpg" /><br></p><p><img style="margin:5px;width:501px;" src="/district7site/MediaAssets/Damage4.jpg" /><br></p></html></div> | https://www.phoenix.gov/district7 | News | district-7 |
| Statement from Councilman Michael Nowakowski on George Floyd Protests in Downtown Phoenix | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-7/1295 | | City Council District 7 | 5/30/2020 12:00:00 AM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/1295/Newsroom_Council_Statement_07.jpg | | Statement from Councilman Michael Nowakowski on George Floyd Protests in Downtown Phoenix | <div class="ExternalClass32552133AF0940908D4AB3B3FCEDE785"><html>
<p></p>“The death of George Floyd earlier this week in Minneapolis is inapprehensible. Like millions of others, I am outraged by the actions taken by the officers involved. All across the country we are feeling the pain and anguish our fellow Americans are confronting in the Twin Cities. Those who are guilty of George Floyd's death need to be charged, and justice must be served. <br><br>Last night, in downtown Phoenix, what started as a peaceful protest, turned into a string of violent incidents directed at our Police Officers, headquarters and civilian vehicles. While I support standing in solidarity with those in Minneapolis, what's wrong is wrong. I do not support violent protests, they are not the solution to bringing justice to the Floyd family. It is disappointing that a few participants used this protest as an excuse to incite violence. The actions of a few were unacceptable and put our city in harm's way. <br><br>I want to acknowledge the Phoenix Police Department and the Phoenix Fire Department for how they handled the protest last night. They facilitated the protest, blocking roadways, protecting taxpayer and private property, spoke with those involved to make sure everyone was safe, and provided medical assistance to demonstrators. <br><br>I want to thank those who chose to protest peacefully, following the example of Cesar Chavez and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s powerful and nonviolent protests that were impactful and long-lasting. We are at a pivotal crossroads in our history and must stand together now more than ever to peacefully fight the injustices." <br><br><strong>Declaración del concejal Michael Nowakowski sobre las protestas de George Floyd en el centro de Phoenix</strong><br><br>“La muerte de George Floyd de esta semana en Minneapolis es incomprensible. Como millones de otros, estoy indignado por las acciones tomadas por los oficiales involucrados. En todo el país, sentimos el dolor y la angustia que enfrentan nuestros conciudadanos en las Ciudades Gemelas. Los culpables de la muerte de George Floyd deben ser acusados y enfrentar la justicia.<br><br>Anoche, en el centro de Phoenix, lo que comenzó como una protesta pacífica, se convirtió en una serie de incidentes violentos dirigidos a nuestros oficiales de policía, oficinas centrales y a vehículos civiles. Aunque yo apoyo la solidaridad con los residentes de Minneapolis, lo que está mal está mal. No apoyo las protestas violentas, no son la solución para traer justicia a la familia Floyd. Es decepcionante que algunos participantes hayan usado esta protesta como una excusa para incitar a la violencia. Las acciones de unos pocos fueron inaceptables y pusieron a nuestra ciudad en peligro.<br><br>Quiero agradecer al Departamento de Policía de Phoenix y al Departamento de Bomberos de Phoenix por cómo manejaron la protesta anoche. Ellos facilitaron la protesta, bloquearon las carreteras, protegieron la propiedades privadas y públicas, hablaron con los involucrados para asegurarse de que todos estuvieran seguros y brindaron asistencia médica a los manifestantes.<br><br>Quiero agradecer a quienes optaron por protestar pacíficamente, siguiendo el ejemplo de las protestas poderosas y sin violencia de César Chávez y Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Estamos en una encrucijada crucial en nuestra historia nacional y debemos estar unidos ahora más que nunca para luchar pacíficamente contra la injusticia."<br></html></div> | https://www.phoenix.gov/district7 | News | district-7 |
